With our act completely bought by Miss Manager, she found no reason to turn down my suggestion. In fact, with the way I worded it, everything seemed to turn in her favor. She will have the means to throw me out as soon as she deems it necessary.

Well, if it comes to that I wont just let myself be thrown out.

Even though she still acted like the strict adult that she wanted to portray herself to be, Yue and I already had a thorough read of her character.

Thats why to make it easy for all of us, we keenly catered to her pleased mood until we reached the unit.

Moreover, on the way there, I let Yue showcase to Miss Manager the disguise using the wig and other accessories that I borrowed from Ririka. That way, it gave her some peace of mind that Yue hadnt been spotted by anyone else which could lead to another scandal to her name.

At first, Miss Manager appeared uninterested in Yue's transformation.

But when Yue leaned forward from the backseat of the car, her amazed expression betrayed her.

Right at that moment, she let out honest praise that made Yue thoroughly pleased.

Following, the remaining time before we arrived at the condominium was spent by Yue breaking her cold faade further.

By the time we entered the unit, Miss Managers fighting spirit was already exhausted to the point that she instantly ran towards the long couch and exhaustedly laid down there, pushing the reason why we were there or that I was with them to the back of her head.

I looked at Yue for some kind of explanation because its not something I expected. However, like me, the girl stood there confused and speechless.

L-let me check. Yue eventually said as she approached the woman in a business suit sprawled on the couch in an unladylike fashion.

She looked so defenseless by doing that.

I thought I already grasped how her mind works but this was so random.

Did Yue pick up her whimsical trait from this woman? I dont know.

Even though this could be better in a normal situation, this wasnt what we needed at the moment. We wouldnt be able to finish our objective of getting her help and turning her into an ally.

As I watched Yue approach the woman, I also followed albeit maintaining a distance to properly observe her.

Sister Kaoru, are you going to sleep? She cautiously asked.

The woman responded with an unenergetic hum before covering her eyes with her arm. Hmm Were not done yet. Im just gonna rest for a while.

Eh? Are you feeling unwell? Do you need something? Water or anything.

No. Cant you see? Im exhausted from your antics, let me just take a moment to breathe. Miss Manager snappily answered before turning to the side, showing us her back.

From that, its safe to say that shes not acting at all. But like I said, only her fighting spirit whittled away when Yue did her best to break her composure and return to how she was in accordance with her real behavior or how Yue described her.

Finding it hopeless to continue conversing with her, Yue returned to me while helplessly shaking her head,

Did we overdo it, Ruki? The girl asked, concern filling her face.

We definitely did not. I mean, we technically didnt do anything but put on an act.

Not really. But since she said she needed to take a breath, lets give her the space. We still have time. Also, it's good timing We also appreciate this breather. Lets see, why dont I cook dinner for you?

We couldnt do anything about Miss Manager acting like that and also I couldnt just leave without accomplishing anything.

Although I genuinely suggested that for Yues satisfaction, I also watched if Miss Manager would react to it.

Alas, she looked like she was keen on resting. Shes possibly already close to sleeping.

Can she be more careless and random?

Youre going to cook for me?! Casting away the helplessness from her managers act, Yues mood instantly flipped to excitement. Her eyes brilliantly shone as she almost jumped from happiness at the prospect of eating something I prepared.

Mhm Youll be returning tomorrow and I feel like I havent done anything boyfriend-like except spoiling you

Well, she didnt need me to act like a perfect boyfriend but this time, I wanted to do something for her. If not here, I also prepared to cook for her at home.

Since Miss Manager looked like shed be out of commission for at most an hour, I had Yue lead me to her kitchen to check if there were ingredients we could use.

Unfortunately, apart from those easy-to-cook ones Theres nothing that could be used for a proper dinner.

Thinking about it, Yue only ordered take-out for the dinner she prepared for me last Sunday.

And with this, we got another great chance to do something a couple would do.

Going to the supermarket together.

To make sure that her manager wouldnt just breathe fire in rage when she woke up and didnt find us in the unit, we left a note that we were only going out to buy something for dinner.

Well, we mentioned on the note that it would only take us half an hour to return. However, not counting the time we spent walking to and from the supermarket and park, it took us more than two hours.

And thats because the excited Yue wanted to explore the whole supermarket; it was her first time coming to one. Moreover, shes not just exhilarated because of it, theres also the fact that her first trip to the supermarket was with me.

Furthermore, after the supermarket, we also stopped at a park and sat down, extending the do something that couples do mindset.

It was already night so the risk was lower than normal. Besides, I wasnt going to say no if its for the girls enjoyment.

I even wished to extend the night further just to make more memories with her before our inevitable temporary separation tomorrow.

Alas, we had no choice but to cut it short to two hours today.

Returning to the unit, the first thing we noticed was Miss Manager standing by the front door, seemingly welcoming us back.

Through her eyes, theres a noticeable rage in it directed at me. But at the same time, a relieved sigh was exhaled by her.

Perhaps, even with the note, shes worrying that Yue wouldnt return.

Sister Kaoru, youre awake! You see, Ruki will cook dinner for us! Still in her jolly mood, Yue happily strode to Miss Manager.

Mhm Do you mind if I use the kitchen? We can have that talk after were done eating. I added as I followed behind Yue. Furthermore, I intentionally used a friendly and familiar tone as though were also as close as she is to Yue.

Miss Manager despondently stared at me before sighing again, Suit yourself. But lets do that talk right now

Eh, Sister Kaoru?

Sure. Looks like Miss Manager has already come to a decision

While Yue was confused at this sudden shift by the woman, I felt like this was a decisive moment.

If I give meaning to what I thought was her random act of resting as soon as we arrived here, its possible that she used that time to properly assess the situation.

On whether she should continue to oppose us or give way once and for all.

Youre right. I did come to a decision. For the record, I dont like you at all, Onoda. Im aware of how you rejected her. And your rejection gave birth to that song The song that became this girls entry to this industry No matter what angle I look, its easy to understand that you returned to her life because of how she answered.

Mhm Thats a fair judgement, Miss Manager. Ill probably reach the same answer if I were in your shoes. I wont defend my sudden reappearance in her life.

When Yue heard me agreeing to Miss Managers word, the jolly mood she had instantly disappeared as she held onto my arm, worry filling her face.

I smiled gently at the girl and patted her head, wordlessly conveying to her that she shouldnt worry at all.

Following that, I faced Miss Manager again whose eyes also focused on Yue. Her gaze was warm and thoughtful

I see I could now guess the decision she made.

I dont trust you. I only trust Yue and her judgement. I indeed dismissed all of her words earlier but I took the time to analyze them properly while youre away Shes an honest and lovely girl that doesnt have to experience another abandonment. If shes so sure about you, Ill trust her just this one time.

As her words dropped one by one, the concerned Yue understood where that was going. And when she finished, the girls face lit up as she instantly jumped at Miss Manager, hugging her in the process, Sister Kaoru! Thank you!

We prepared a plan to deal with her opposition but out of nowhere, shes now accepting it. Really, did we worry for nothing?

But thats also understandable

Its not like were the only ones with a working brain here. She mightve agreed today but she explicitly stated that she doesnt like nor trust me. Shes decided this in consideration of Yue.

I understand, Miss Manager. Im thankful for the consideration. Truly, I am But can we move on now? Youre both hungry, are you not? Let me cook something and lets end this day without a grumbling stomach. I also have something to say to Miss Manager but that can wait for later. After saying that, I bowed slightly to her before making my way to the kitchen.

Yue quickly followed me, her jolly mood returning, making the surrounding air lighter and livelier.