Volume 1 - CH 4

After such an awkward incident, I changed into my uniform and went back to the manager.

"It looks good on you!"

"Kakeru-kun, you look so cool in this uniform.”

Although, It was a little embarrassing, I was happy to receive compliments from the manager and Kurusu-san.

“...”

It was a beautiful woman who was called Hishinuma-san.

She seems to hold a grudge over what happened earlier and is now glaring at me.

Damn, how can I get out of this mess?

It is my first day at work and my relationship with her has been damaged.

I knew that if I didn't fix this soon, it would be a problem for my future work.

Thinking this, I walked up to Hishinuma-san.

Though she was annoyed, she opened her mouth, saying: "What do you have to say to me?

"You looked pretty good in your underwear.”

"Oh, really? I'm glad you liked it… wait, I didn’t ask you about that!”

To please her, I gave a good amount of flattery.

Though I complimented her, she became angry.

"You don't feel sorry at all, do you?”

"Oh, no. It’s not that. I'm really sorry. Please forgive me... And if possible make it quick please."

"Y-you don't feel sorry at all!"

I don't know why, but when I see this person giving me such a cute reaction, I kind of enjoy it. I want to play with her more.

Could it be that I'm an S?

(TL: S means ‘Sadist’)

However, Seeing her becoming even more depressed, I quickly bowed my head and apologized.

This time I did ask for an apology earnestly.

"I'm sorry, I'll erase it from my memory completely, so please forgive me. Please."

"Well, I'm not a demon either…. As you’re apologizing to me this much, I'll forgive you. But I don't want you to completely forget about it…. I’m wearing my favorite underwear today.”

"Then, let me burn that scene into my memory!”

"Ecchi! Pervert!”

What an unreasonable girl she is? Even though I said I would remember because she didn't want me to forget.

Well, compared to Sarasa's. this level of unreasonableness is so cute

When the manager saw us, he came up to us laughing.

"Haha, you've become quite good friends, haven't you”

"Manager! Please don't make fun of me!”

"No, not really.”

"Yes, Don't be shy!”

For some reason, I feel comfortable around her.

It's like we've been friends for a long time.

Well, the only decent friend I have is Kurusu-san because Sarasa-san has always got in my way saying I should only talk to her and no one else.

I turned around to see what was wrong with Kurusu-san. I found her just finishing her order.

"Eh? Are you leaving already?”

"Hmm? Well, I’m busy with some other things so I will be leaving quickly.”

By the way, Kurusu-san also said she had a part-time job.

Despite that, she took her time for me. She's a really nice girl.

"I'll treat you to a green tea parfait tomorrow as thanks.”

"Really? Do you promise? Then I'll see you tomorrow.”

With a smile, Kurusu-san left the store.

I'm not sure if it's because I'm usually so apathetic, but I can't help but feel nervous when I see her smile.

She is usually lethargic and rarely shows a smile on her face. It somewhat makes me feel nervous.

"Well then, Kiryu-kun. May I have a quick word?"

"Yes, manager.”

"Hmmm… Your trainer….  Yes, Hishinuma-san, I would like you to be his trainer.”

"Ah, Me?”

Probably because of the sudden mention of her name, Hishinuma-san's eyes widened and she sounded flustered.

Her reaction made me feel a little hurt.

"What? You don't like him?”

"I didn't mean that I don’t like him, I mean...

"Oh my god, you were just playing with me again…”

"Huh, you just realized that? Yes, I was playing with you… and why would I do that?”

“Can you please not say anything weird?”

"Ha-ha-ha! You both look perfect together. I think you’re going to be okay. Then I'll be counting on you."

"Hey, manager!"

The manager laughed and retreated into the backyard, leaving Hishinuma-san and me alone in the store.

She looked uncomfortable, so I had no choice but to open my mouth to try to lighten the mood.

"It's just the two of us… let’s get to know each other, okay?”

"Fufufu, Leave it to me."

Hishinuma-san, who was complaining about our manager, smiled at me as if she had changed her mind.

"Well, now that the manager has asked me, I'm going to be your instructor. First, let me introduce myself. I'm Karen Hishinuma. Nice to meet you, junior."

"My name is Shoryu Kiryu. I look forward to working with you, Hishinuma-senpai.”

"Kiryu...Shoryu...?"

As soon as I said my name, Hishinuma-san looked at me suspiciously while placing her fingers on her mouth as if pondered over something.

Is there anything wrong with my name?

"Um, Hishinuma-san? If you stare at me like that, my body will start to get hot…”

"Oh, really? Then I'll look at you more. Be prepared, I will squeeze you hard.”

"You’re going to squeeze me? That does sound kind of naughty, doesn't it?”

"Hey, don't say anything weird!”

I was going to say that Hishinuma-san was the one who said something strange, but I stopped myself because I am a junior. I don't fight against my seniors.

After all, I'm a good junior.

"So, let's start with the basic greetings to customers. First of all, when a customer comes into the store, follow me and greet them along, okay?”

"Yes, senpai."

I nodded obediently. A customer came into the store at just the right moment.

It was a young woman who looked to be in her twenties and is older than me.

When Hishinuma-san saw the customer, she walked up to her while I followed her.

"Welcome. Would you like to sit at the counter or at a table? “

"Welcome. Would you like to sit at the counter or at a table? “

"Hey, junior! I did say to follow me, but I didn't mean you to imitate me!”

"Eh? I thought it would be good to imitate you to learn about customer service.”

"Yes, but it’s not like that!"

She is a senior who orders too many things.

The female customer giggled and laughed at our exchange. When my senpai noticed the situation, she hurriedly bowed down.

"I'm sorry, mam. This boy just joined us today...!”

"Oh, really? Well, I don't mind. He's handsome and cute.”

It's a nice thing to hear if someone praises you.

I'll have to then do everything in my capability to serve the customers.

So, I turned serious.

I took her hand in mine and said, "I apologize for the inconvenience, beautiful lady. Would you like to sit at the counter or at a table?”

"Huh? Oh, yes….  I'll take the counter, please.”

"This way, please... Please watch your steps."

I took the woman's hand and led her to the counter.

Hishinuma-san opened her mouth and rolled her eyes at the scene.

Fufu, It was a cute reaction.

"Customer-san, this is your seat.."

"T-thank you.”

"Do you like to have a drink?”

"Uh, let's see… could I have a Jack Rose, please?”

"Yes. Just a moment, please.”

After receiving the order, I called out to Hishinuma-san, who was still in a daze.

"Senpai, she will have a Jack Rose.”

"Ha! ..! I understand. But have you ever done this kind of work before?”

"Hmm? No… but why do you ask?”

"You seem to be rather pretty good at it as if you’re used to it…”

Well, it was certainly my first time doing this kind of part-time job, but thanks to Sarasa-san, I had learned how to treat women.

Guess, I have to thank Sarasa-san for that part.

Surprisingly, I seemed to have a good grip on the job. It feels like I would be able to manage this part-time job.

If it’s like this, every day is going to be fun from now on.