[Your Point of View]
I woke up because of Soma yelling. I sat up and yawned, I wore a (1st f/c) jacket paired with my (2nd f/c) comfortable pants.
“Ohayou (Reader)-chan~ Did you sleep well?” Isshiki said peeking from my ceiling. I stared at him and yawned.
“Ohayou Senpai, we're going to your garden today, right?” I said and stretched my arms. He looked surprised for a moment but then smiled.
“Spot on.” he commented. I looked at my wrist and saw the same number.
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I was walking beside Senpai. The air was cold but refreshing. “We're here.” he said then slipped into his fundoshi I giggled.
“That suits you well.” I said mockingly.
“Really? Then when I'll approach you, I'll always wear this.” he countered.
“What? Heck no! I was just kidding. I prefer seeing you clothed.” I said. I picked a tomato and took a bite.
“Wow, Senpai this tastes sweet.” I said looking at the glistening red tomato.
“Of course, Because I take care of this field with all my heart.” Senpai said and bend a little to take a bite of the tomato I was holding. “Now, we shared an indirect kiss.” He said and smiled at me. I frowned at what he said and pushed him away.
“Stop teasing me Senpai!” I said. Senpai laughed and started hoeing, I then helped removing the weeds. Senpai and I looked at Soma and Yuki yelling. I stood up and ran towards them.
“Ohayou Soma, Yuki!!” I said then smiled. Suddenly Yuki pulled me closed putting her arm on my shoulder.
“Ohayou (Reader)-chan.” She said while smirking.
“Ohayou Soma-kun, Yoshino-kun.” Senpai greeted them as he put down his hoe. Soma and Yuki froze when then saw him wearing his fundoshi.
“Manual labor in the morning gives you a healthy heart.” He said while the hoe was hanging over his shoulder. “Let's work up a sweat together.” he said then smiled.
“It suits him.” Soma muttered that made me laugh. Isshiki walked towards us.
“Learning how the ingredients are cultivated is part of learning how to cook.” He looked at his side, “You may call this place..” he faced Soma and smiled. “The Polar Star garden or Isshiki garden.”
“Well..” Soma started but was interrupted by Megu. We all turned our heads at the cute girl in front of us.
“Soma-kun!” she called. She was wearing a farmer’s hat, a pink scarf tied around her neck. She was wearing a checkered green shirt and a jumper(?)
“Don't these vegetables Isshiki-senpai grew look good?” she said as she showed us a basketful of different vegetables.
“That look really suits you.” Soma said looking satisfied. Yuki nodded.
“Megumi, you're a breath of fresh air.” She said. I hugged Megu and rubbed her cheeks using mine.
“Meguuu-chan kawaii~” I squeaked. She stood there wondering what we meant. Isshiki took a tomato and gave it to Soma.
“Here, take a bite.” Isshiki said.
“Oh, Thanks.” Soma said. He stared at it before biting into it. He then smiled and yelled, “It's delicious. It's firm and sweet. I want these for our restaurant.” He said while
looking at the tomato, “How do you get this quality?”
“Honestly, it takes up all of my time. So lately, I haven't been attending classes.” Isshiki answered, Soma just sweat dropped.
“Thanks for waiting.” Ryoko waved, walking beside Shun.
I went to help Megu pick strawberries, but they looked too good that I ended up eating it.
“You really like strawberries, don't you (Reader)-chan?” Megu told me giggling, I nodded as I stuff my mouth with strawberries once more.
“This is delicious!” Soma yelled as he eats the cabbage. The girls laughed.
“Mou, Soma-kun and (Reader)-chan are only eating.” Megu said.
“I can't help it! It's so yummy!” I said then ate strawberry again.
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“Minna, breakfast time!” Megu said while placing the bentos on the table. I hurriedly went to her side.
“My back hurts / I'm so hungry / Finally!” all of them said.
“You made it Tadakoro?” Soma asked while removing his gloves.
“Yes, you must all be hungry. Enjoy.” Megu said as she revealed the onigiris one by one.
“Wow!! Megu-chan they look yummy.” I said while looking at them. I noticed Isshiki looking at me so I smiled.
“I see, it's Tadakoro's specialty, three types of onigiri.” Isshiki commented.
“Onigiri sounds so good after all this yard work!” Soma said while putting his hand on his jaw.
“Itadakimasu!” Me and Yuki yelled in unison as we take our onigiris. We both chomped on it.
“Ahh Oishi!” Yuki yelled. “This is Negishio sauce. A chicken fillet was tossed with the Negishio sauce. The sauce is coated on the rice too!”
“You do crave a little salt after working out.” Ryoko said.
“It's so good~ Megu-chan!!” I said and hugged her.
“Arigatou (Reader)-chan.” Megu replied smiling. Ahh I'm so blessed right now.
“Kelp tsukudani and cheese?” Senpai asked while chewing.
“Hai, the sweet tsukudani matches well with cheese.” Megu answered.
“It's delicious!!” Soma shouted. “I can't get enough of this garlic!”
“This is pork marinated with garlic. I saw Soma-kun and (Reader)-chan using honey in class the other day.” Megu said. “So, I came up with my own idea.”
“I also brought barley tea and roasted green tea.” She added. We drank the tea and let out a satisfied sigh.
“They're all well prepared.” Soma said while looking at the onigiri and tea. I looked at him and yelled.
“Don't say it!!” he looked at me confused then looked at Megu.
“Why can't you do this in class?” he bluntly asked. I can see that an arrow hit Megu. I facepalmed.
“I told you don't say it..” I mumbled as Megu sadly explained that she was the anxious type.
“You poor thing.” Soma said so I hugged Megu.
“You need to relax more when you cook, Tadokoro-chan.” Senpai remarked.
“Megumi, you're a great cook and would make a great wife.” Yuki added. Megu giggled.
“Ehehe... You think so?” Megu asked.
“Megu-chan marry me.” I said which made her say eh. I really mean it!!
--- Timeskip ---
Megu, Soma and I were standing in front of a bulletin board. I yawned, while Soma was reading the different Research Societies.
“Don Research Society? This might help with menus for the restaurant.” He said. “Ok, let's go take a look. Come on, Tadokoro, (Reader).”
“Me too?” Megu asked. When we entered the room, it was pretty messy and we saw Konishi sulking.
“Heh, you should leave. The Don RS will be torn down soon.” he said gloomily.
“Ehhh?” Soma and Megu mumbled. I looked around and sat on the shelf next to the window.
“You said you're Yukihira and Tadokoro? And that's the scary Yamaguchi.” he said pointing at me. “I'm Konishi. I'm the president of this club.” he introduced.
I nodded while browsing through his recipe book. “Senpai, are you alright?” Soma asked. “You look kind of gloomy.”
“Heh.. hehe.. Go ahead and laugh. I couldn't protect the Don RS.” he said while laughing bitterly.
“These recipe looks interesting.” I said which made them look at me. Soma peeked behind me.
“Let's see. Wow, there are so many of them and each one has a little twist to it.” He said. “These recipes are great! Why are you being torn down?” Soma said.
I walked around to browse other books. Konishi stood up, his hair did too. “You see? Yukihira!! Yamaguchi!!” he yelled while tears comes out of his eyes.
“Eek! / He's crying!” Megu and Soma said. Konishi then started his dramatic speech. Then he went gloomy again.
“Oi Senpai.” I said which made them look at me. “Someone will walk through that door and slice your beloved hair.” I said and leaned on the wall.
“Huh?” Konishi asked confused.
“So, the opponent is Nakiri?” Soma asked crossing his arms.
“Well..” Konishi started but was cut off when the door opened. Five men who probably were the workers, came inspecting; trampling on the Don RS' notes.
“O-oi!” Konishi yelled and stood up.
“It'll be faster to demolish and rebuild than to renovate this place.” one of the workers said.
“Really? Then we'll do that.” Nikumi said.
“Mito, what are you doing?” Konishi yelled.
“What? I came to inspect the building.” She answered then walked towards Konishi. “I already know the end result.” then she kicked the wall behind Konishi.
Konishi gasped. “Even Erina-sama said, no matter how much you obsess over it. A Don is just a low-class dish.” Nikumi said mockingly.
“There's no place for it here at Totsuki. Got it?” She said then licked her lips. While they were talking, I took a lollipop out of my pocket and opened it. Then tucked it inside my mouth.
“Damn you Nikumi...” Konishi mumbled and looked side wards. Nikumi then took the chance to get a knife and sliced Konishi's hair; three fifths.
His hair fell in front of Megu. They let out a surprised gasp. “OHHH!! IT'S TRUE.” Konishi yelled as he looks at his hair.
“I'm not Nikumi, try saying that again.” Nikumi said.
“Then... Oniku sounds nice, don't you think so?” I said which made them look at me.
“Hah? Say that again.” she looked at me; pissed.
“If you're only concerned about the price, you're a disgrace as a chef.” Soma said. “Senpai, let me fight this Shokugeki.” Soma added which made me smirk.
“Who are you? It's none of your business.” Nikumi stopped and looked at us. “The transfer student, and the rumored demon.”
“Gah! Demon? Me?” I asked pointing at myself but she ignored me.
“I've been wanting to talk to you.” Nikumi told Soma. “You must be pretty confident to butt in other people's Shokugeki.” she glared at him.
“We could fight in your turf.” Soma stated. “Then I'll win.” Then they talked about their upcoming Shokugeki. After that Nikumi dismissed and left the room.
-- Next Day --
I wore a white formal three-fourths sleeve with collar, paired with Totsuki's skirt. I left the two buttons open then I let my hair down.
I wore my ponytail on my wrist instead of handkerchief. I'm going to visit Aki and Jun. I cooked pudding for them, I hope Aki will like it.
I was walking around the school then felt my phone vibrate. “Osu?” I answered.
;(Reader)-chan where are you right now?
It was Alice. “Why? I'm headed to Shiomi's laboratory.” I answered.
; Let’s go shopping.
I sighed. “Hey, I told you I won't be your aide, right?”
; Yes, I'm asking you out as a friend.
I then froze but smiled. “Tss.. I'm busy, just ask Kuro.” I said then hanged up. Finally, I didn't get lost. I was standing in front of the Shiomi's laboratory.
Should I go in? or not?
“Why don't you come in?” someone said. I was startled and looked behind me.
“Phew~ It's just you Aki.” I said clutching my chest. He laughed.
“You're so easy to scare (Nickname)” He said which made me pout.
“Is Jun-san here?” I asked.
“Yeah, she's inside. What's that?” he asked pointing at the bag I was holding.
“Oh, I made it, I was wondering if Jun-san would want this.” I said scratching my cheek embarrassed. “It's my first time making this.”
Aki nodded then we entered the laboratory. “Jun you have a visitor.” Aki said. Then I saw Jun peeking out of a room.
“A guest?” she then noticed me. “Ah! (Reader)-chan!! Thank you for visiting!” she ran towards me and hugged me.
“Ehe~ Jun-san I brought you something.” I said and placed the bag on the table.
“I'll go make some tea.” Aki said and excused himself.
“Eh really?” She then excitedly opened the bag. “WoW! Arigatou (Reader)-chan.” she said. “I'll get some plates and forks.” then she left me.
I looked at the jar of spices again and tried memorizing them. When I was already in the middle row.
Someone blew an air on my neck, that made goosebumps crawl out off my skin. “Eep-” I shrieked before closing the jar.
It was Aki, he laughed at my reaction so I pouted. “Geez Aki.”
“Gomen, the rumors were true.” he said so I raised an eyebrow. A new rumor about me again? “They said you look cool when you're serious. It really is true.” he said which made me laugh.
“And you look cute when you're smiling.” I said which made him stare at me. Jun then came in holding 3 plates and forks.
“Ah~ I'll help you Jun-san.” I said then took the plates from her and placed it on the table.
“Wah! Arigatou (Reader)-chan. Come here Hayama-kun, let's taste (Reader)-chan's food.” She said and gave Aki a fork.
“Itadakimasu.” Jun said before putting a piece of pudding in her mouth. “Mmm~ Uwahh It's so delicious.” She said and rapidly eat again.
“Thank you.” I said and smiled.
“Did you put cinnamon?” Aki asked, I nodded.
“I improvised it, normally it's just egg, milk and sugar. I wanted to give it a twist, besides~ I thought you'd like cinnamon.” I said and winked at him.
“Fufufu~” Jun giggled while stuffing her mouth with pudding. Aki continued eating while avoiding my gaze.
“He looks like a cinnamon roll himself.” I told Jun while pointing at Aki.
“Fufufu~ She called you cinnamon roll.” Jun teased.
“Stop it Jun. Why did you come here anyways?” He asked then sipped tea.
“I wanted to see Jun and you. Also, I already told you that I want to learn about spices, right?” I answered.
“Oh, do you want me to teach you right now?” Jun asked so I nodded.
--- Timeskip ---
“Bye bye Jun-san. Thank you for teaching me today.” I said while waving at her. She was waving back at me too.
“Come by anytime you want (Reader)-chan! Hayama-kun said he'll be waiting for you.”
“Hey I didn't say that!” Aki protested which made me giggle. It was already 6 pm, I decided to go back to the dorm.
While I was in my room, I took my phone out and video called Alice. It took me 5 rings before she picked it up.
“Oi Alice, what were you doing?” I yelled but then stopped when I saw Kuro's face. I blushed.
“Ah.. Ojo isn't here, she forgot her phone.”
Ohmygoshhh! It's Ryo!!! I cleared my throat. “Yo, Kuro where's Alice?”
“She isn't here.” he replied. Gah!! That's why I'm asking where she was,
“Ah, can you tell her that my schedule's free tomorrow?” I said and scratched my cheek.
“Osu.” he just continued to stare at me. I felt self conciousness creeping in.
“Arigatou, Oyasumi nasai Kuro.” I said and smiled.
“Osu.” Gahhh! His reply is so short so I decided to cut the line off. I took my journal out and wrote stuffs that happened today before sleeping.