2-12: The Hardworking Man’s Luck With People (5/5)

2-12: The Hardworking Man’s Luck With People (5/5)

Shinichi froze up as he understandably didnt expect to see his childhood friend here.

As such it was the girl who explained their circumstance.

Daigo sent Shinichi a disapproving glance as he apologetically explained the truth on his behalf.

Huh? So that say ahh thing isnt a part of Japans culture but something that couples do to be affectionate with each other? Something thats really embarrassing to do in public?

Huh, ah, then, just now, I!?

Ahaha, sorry.

At least be a little apologetic!

Daigo couldnt hit Shinichi since they were in the store, but he did poke Shinichis shoulder with his elbows a little.

Shinichi did apologize, but he did so while wearing an indifferent face and laughing.

The girl turned beet red upon realizing that she was being teased.

In fact, it was actually Daigo himself who landed the finishing blow, but he didnt seem to realize that; hence, another reason for Shinichis laughter.

Haa I dont know how you guys became acquainted, but you shouldnt be fooled by this guys innocent face.

Hes always had a wicked imagination when it comes to teasing people, Daigo said.

But of course, in the past, he could only think of them and was always wise enough not to put them into action.

Daigo would tremble in fear every time he would say wouldnt it be fun if we did ?

The biggest problem was actually Takeshi, as he would actually make it happen, but that wasnt really relevant right now.

I-I understand. Ill keep that in mind.

Thats pretty harsh of you. I was a good kid before, you know? Of course, that may not be so anymore.

But enough of that. You work here, Daigo?

Sorry for just getting drinks.

Shinichi said while drinking his juice from a straw.

The only thing hes gotten since coming here was this juice.

If hes aware of that, then he should go and spend more money.

Then why dont I mean how about ordering something else then, customer?

For a moment, Daigo spoke normally, but he was currently working, so he immediately corrected that.

He spoke in an orderly manner while displaying his customer service smile. But

If youre going to laugh, then order something, darn it!

Shinichi couldnt explain that to her, but this girl wanted to eat the pudding anyway, so she accepted his offer.

See you later, Daigo. Ill contact you again when I buy a phone.

Yeah Thank you very much!

Shinichi said as he left the store and went back to his family.

Daigo saw him off as he left.

When Daigo came back, a harsh reality suddenly dawned on him.

Huh? That guy hasnt paid for his drink yet?

I-Its my treat!

I wanted to thank him, but he said the drink was enough.

Wait. Huh? He treated me too, so doesnt this mean I won out?

It seemed like Shinichi was about to be thought of as a dine and dasher, so the girl corrected Daigo in a panic.

Shinichi and her had that sort of exchange between them the moment Shinichi sat at the same table.

In the end, though, she ended up receiving the bigger treat.

Oh no, she thought as she drooped her shoulders.

I-I lost to my gluttony again

Is that so?

Daigo thought it would be best not to pursue the topic, so he went back to talking as a waiter.

They might have shared a common friend, but he would still be acting too friendly.

In the end, though, he decided to politely ask a simple question.

Umm, excuse me, if you dont my asking, but did he do something?

Shinichi has always been a good-natured person, but the girl was a Garestonian. She mentioned wanting to thank him, so something mustve happened.

Daigo imagined it mustve been something peaceful like showing her the way or picking up something she dropped.

But when the girl happily replied what had happened, he found out that the truth couldnt be further from his expectations.

Yes, he beat up the purse snatchers and brought me back my things!

What!?

Was this girl really talking about Shinichi?

The answer was so unexpected that it left Daigo in a state of disbelief.