The next day, Tokai Roman once again sent Teio to school.
This was one of the things she had to do every day.
And besides that, she also had another thing to do today.
For example, finding a new house.
The idea of moving to a new house was proposed by Tokai Shizen.
Tokai Roman didn't have as many thoughts; she even originally wanted to return the money to her sister,
after all, her sister's physical condition was right there.
Although she had improved now, these bits of money saved up should still be used for her sister.
After all, if Shizen were to be hospitalized that day, a portion of this money would basically have to be used.
As for cohabitation or shared renting.
Roman proposed, Shizen vetoed.
Because Tokai Shizen's restaurant was opened at the school,
essentially competing with the cafeteria for money,
so to maximize profits, breakfast was basically also within the scope of responsibility.
So Shizen couldn't leave the restaurant and could only live on the second floor of the restaurant.
At the same time, Shizen's physical condition also required someone to keep an eye on her.
So Shizen couldn't leave the restaurant.
Reminded by Shizen, Roman had intended to suggest moving in.
But, there wasn't enough space.
Unless there was a third floor, four people couldn't possibly fit.
After all, the second floor was originally a semi-residential, semi-storage space,
at most it could only accommodate two adults, or three people of a child's size.
So Roman's idea was also rejected by Tokai Shizen.
However, they could rent a house, a house not too far from Tracen.
Thinking this, Roman walked into the real estate agency.
And then she came out.
The reason was simple: a house that could accommodate four people and was near Tracen Academy was too expensive.
Including the key money, Roman and Shizen could afford it.
But if Teio's future expenses were added, even the two of them combined might not have enough.
Tokai Roman sighed, thinking of this.
Especially if Teio started training soon, her expenses would be far too great.
"Sigh..."
A low sigh.
But Tokai Roman's sigh was about something else.
Because she still had a sum of money she hadn't used.
But... she didn't know if she should use this money.
Because this money wasn't hers; it belonged to Rudolph Symboli.
Although Rudolph had given it to her to take care of Teio,
trying to correct her mistakes as much as possible.
But over the years, Tokai Roman hadn't used a single cent of it.
Because Tokai Roman felt that instead of her using this money,
it should rightfully be given to her sister.
But...
Tokai Roman took out the bank card Rudolph had given her from her handbag.
Tokai Roman's face was filled with hesitation.
She knew that there was at least two hundred million yen saved in this bank card,
and if she used this money, all problems could be solved.
Whether it was Tokai Shizen's health issues or their housing problems.
Even in Japan at this time, this amount of money would be enough for them to buy a house anywhere that could accommodate all four of them.
Thinking of this, Tokai Roman's breathing became a little hurried.
Clearly, she wanted to live with her younger sister.
And she also didn't want to be separated from Teio.
So, should she use this money?
This thought kept appearing and being extinguished in Tokai Roman's mind.
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After discussing with the supplier yesterday and confirming that official supply could begin as early as one day later,
Tokai Shizen began a thorough cleaning of the entire restaurant.
After all, if a restaurant isn't clean, no one would want to enter, no matter who saw it.
And in such a situation, a thorough cleaning was a necessary task.
Then, the shop door was opened once again.
"Sorry, today we're not yet…"
"Ah? Boss lady, you're back!"
There was a hint of surprise in the voice.
Turning her head, Tokai Shizen saw Tamamo Cross standing at the shop entrance.
Tokai Shizen only paused for a second before speaking,
"It's you, Tamamo…"
"We're not serving meals right now, you know.
After all, the supplies won't arrive until tomorrow.
If you want something to eat, how about you come back tomorrow?"
Wiping hard at a corner of the kitchen cabinet that Tamamo Cross hadn't cleaned,
Tokai Shizen continued,
"Just as I promised you, it's free."
Listening to Tokai Shizen's words, the girl merely frowned.
Clearly, she wasn't concerned about these things, but rather…
"Boss lady, how's your health? I heard you went abroad for recuperation?"
Her words conveyed a hint of concern.
Evidently, Tamamo Cross always had a soft spot for people afflicted with various illnesses.
"Hmm? Who told you about this?"
"The President said so."
There could only be one person Tamamo referred to as the President.
Rudolph Symboli, no one else.
Tokai Shizen's hand paused for a moment at the thought of this.
"Is that so…"
The change in Tokai Shizen's voice made Tamamo Cross look in Tokai Shizen's direction,
but she could only see the empty open kitchen.
She probably has some past with the President…
Thinking this, Tamamo Cross only pondered for a few seconds before speaking again,
"Boss lady, you're opening tomorrow, right?"
"Hmm, I suppose so.
After all, the earliest the goods will arrive is tomorrow, if there are no problems."
Saying this, Tokai Shizen stood up,
"If you don't mind, you can come over tomorrow too."
Saying this, Tokai Shizen smiled at Tamamo Cross,
"If the goods don't arrive, how about you have dinner with us?"
"Boss lady, you said it."
"Yes, I said it."
Saying this, Tokai Shizen put down the rag in her hand, and then continued,
"But don't dislike my cooking when the time comes."
"I trust your cooking, Boss lady!"
Saying this, Tamamo Cross placed a key on the bar in front of Tokai Shizen.
"Boss lady, I'll leave the key here."
"Hmm, thank you for all your help over the years~"
"It's nothing, I just dropped by to take a look."
Saying this, Tamamo Cross turned around,
"Oh, by the way, Boss lady, do you need me to introduce some customers?"
"Eh? Can you?"
"No problem, no problem, I'm just bringing them over. Don't worry too much."
After finishing, Tamamo Cross walked to the shop entrance.
"Oh, by the way, Boss lady, I'll be coming often from now on."
"Alright, no problem."
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