Because of Hanayama-in Natsuki, the restaurant closed earlier this time.
After finishing the cleaning work, Satou was about to leave when he was suddenly called by Mr. Mita.
"This is your pay for today's part-time work," He handed an envelope to Satou.
Satou took it, his heart slightly startled; it was so thick!
He couldn't help but open the envelope, inside was a thick stack of 10,000-yen bills, roughly 200,000 yen.
"This is too much, isn't it?" Satou frowned; he had worked for four hours, so it should only be around 20,000, which was ten times more.
"This is a thank-you fee; please, you must accept it!" Mr. Mita bowed and said earnestly.
"This is what I should do," Although Satou was short on money, he still adhered to his principles, "Satisfying the customers who come is a chef's job."
A hint of admiration flashed in Mr. Mita's eyes, and he said, "However, for every dish sold, the chef gets a share. This is your share. If I remember correctly, you also used high-grade ingredients, right?"
"That's right," Satou nodded.
In the end, he couldn't refuse and accepted the money.
"Student Satou, starting today, you are an officially contracted chef of Kagurazaka-ya!" Mr. Mita solemnly announced, "Work hard!"
"Thank you, Manager," Satou quickly said.
"Hehe, no need to thank me; your skill is enough to make you our official chef," Mr. Mita chuckled.
Izayoi Tsuki looked on with envy; she hadn't become a full-time employee after a year, but Satou became one after only one day.
Next, Satou and Izayoi Tsuki took the train home together.
At a certain station, they parted ways, and Satou returned to his rented Apartment alone.
Satou, who had just received 200,000 yen, was in a good mood; this money would last him for a while.
As soon as he got home and sat down to drink some water, the bathroom door suddenly opened, and Erina Nakiri walked out, throwing something in front of him, and lightly snorted, saying, "This is your Far Moon school uniform. Remember to wear it for the freshman ceremony tomorrow."
Satou compared the size and found it fit perfectly, and couldn't help but say, "Thank you."
"Hmph, no need to thank me," Erina Nakiri said with a Tsundere expression, "If you really want to thank me, then work hard and make more excellent dishes."
"Huh, how did you know my clothes size?" Satou suddenly asked in surprise.
Erina Nakiri's face immediately flushed, and she stammered, "Why do you care so much? I just picked a random set."
"Is that so?" Satou looked at the insincere Erina Nakiri, couldn't help but feel suspicious, and asked, "You didn't secretly go through my clothes, did you?"
"This... how could that be! I... how could I possibly go through your clothes!" Erina Nakiri's face turned completely red, and she even started to stammer, shouting very excitedly.
Satou squinted at the Tsundere; originally, he was only suspicious, but now he was completely certain.
She really is someone who can't lie.
"What kind of look is that? How could a young lady like me go through your smelly, dirty clothes?"
"Alright, alright, I get it," Erina Nakiri called out impatiently.
Satou said helplessly.
The moment Erina Nakiri saw his expression, her teeth began to itch with annoyance; he was truly detestable!
After Erina Nakiri left, Satou walked into the bathroom and suddenly noticed that all the items inside had Erina's name on them.
Satou couldn't help but chuckle to himself, wondering if this was a strict separation.
He walked into the Tsundere's bedroom and found her changing clothes. When Erina Nakiri saw Satou enter, her face immediately flushed crimson, and she angrily exclaimed, "Didn't I tell you not to enter a girl's bedroom without permission? Hurry up and close the door!"
Satou glanced at her white panties with the cute little bear pattern on them and said, a little awkwardly, "Sorry."
Then, he closed the door behind him.
Erina Nakiri's forehead was covered in dark lines, and she gritted her teeth, exclaiming, "I told you to get out, and then close the door!"
Satou rubbed his nose and said, "I saw the labels in the bathroom."
"That's right! From now on, our personal belongings are strictly separate! You cannot touch any of my things!" Erina Nakiri immediately stated.
"Alright," Satou nodded, "By the way, Erina, I'd like to borrow your kitchen for a bit."
The veins on Erina Nakiri's forehead began to throb again. She ground her teeth and said, "I'm not familiar with you. Don't call me by my given name! You can call me Miss Erina, or Lady Erina."
"No problem, Erina," Satou nodded, "By the way, Erina, can I use the kitchen?"
Erina Nakiri: "…"
She felt like this guy was driving her crazy!
"The door isn't locked, go yourself!"
"Thank you."
Satou turned to leave. Suddenly, he stopped and gazed at Erina Nakiri.
"Is there anything else?" Erina Nakiri asked impatiently.
Satou then said, "Actually, I think the pink panties from yesterday were cuter."
"Get out!"
…
Upon entering the Tsundere's private kitchen, Satou took out the reward he had received.
Two enormous cabbages appeared before him.
"This huge?" Satou exclaimed in surprise. Ordinary cabbages are only about the size of a human head, but this Almond Cabbage was three times the size of a regular cabbage!
"Almond Cabbage, Grade: C-rank Fantasy Ingredient, Origin: Toriko, Description: Although a type of vegetable, its taste and texture are close to almonds. It possesses both the high protein and sweetness of almonds, and the crispness and freshness of cabbage. It is an extremely excellent ingredient."
After reading the ingredient description, Satou then looked at the recipe description.
"Hand-pulled Cabbage, Recipe Grade: Bronze, Effect: Invigorates the spirit."
"Alright, then let's practice Hand-pulled Cabbage today!" Satou said excitedly.
Just then…
"Oh? What a huge cabbage!"
A surprised voice rang out. Erina Nakiri walked in and curiously looked at the Almond Cabbage. She had never seen such a huge cabbage before.
"It gives off the fresh aroma of vegetables and has a vibrant green color. It's a top-grade ingredient," Erina Nakiri said, tearing off a small piece of leaf and putting it into her mouth.
Suddenly, a look of profound surprise flashed in her beautiful eyes!