Although the entire lunch was very pleasant.
But for some reason, there seemed to be a small rift in the relationship between the Kamisato Clan siblings.
Yuuko, in any case, believed it had absolutely nothing to do with him.
After lunch, Yuuko, Yae Miko, and Kamisato Ayato gathered in the working room again, chatting happily.
During the conversation, Yae Miko kept smiling mischievously, while Kamisato Ayato looked dejected.
Seeing that they had chatted enough, Yuuko had no intention of staying there any longer.
So he stood up and said, "Miko, Ayato, I still have things to attend to, so I won't disturb your work."
Kamisato Ayato paused, then immediately reacted, standing up as well and bowing to Yuuko:
"Then, I'll leave the previous commission to you."
Hearing this, Yae Miko, who was nearby, showed an interested expression:
"Oh? Ayato, did you commission something to Emma?"
Kamisato Ayato smiled, "Just some family matters. It just so happens that Mr. Yuuko is good at these things, so I entrusted it to him."
"Then the Reward must not be too little~" Yae Miko chuckled, as if fighting for her own benefit.
"Naturally." Kamisato Ayato nodded.
Hearing this, Yae Miko smiled again, then turned her gaze to Yuuko:
"Emma, go do whatever you need to do. You don't necessarily have to come and accompany me every day these few days. Of course, as compensation, when we go to Watatsumi Island together later, I want your full attention~"
For Yae Miko, this period of time didn't matter.
What was more important was the time she would spend with Yuuko on Watatsumi Island later!
After hearing Yae Miko's words, Yuuko smiled, "Then, both of you, I'll be leaving."
"Emma, take care~"
"Mr. Yuuko, I'll leave the commission to you."
Just like that, Yuuko left the room.
Inside the room, Yae Miko let out a heavy sigh:
"Haaah~ If I work harder during this time and finish these tasks, I can fully enjoy myself with Emma later~"
Kamisato Ayato smiled, "Lady Yae is truly devoted to Mr. Yuuko."
"Isn't that right? After all, Emma is the treasure I discovered first~" Yae Miko smiled.
After speaking, she casually picked up a large stack of documents from her desk and just as casually placed them on Kamisato Ayato's desk.
Kamisato Ayato's expression stiffened slightly, "Lady Yae, what is this?"
Yae Miko shamelessly smiled, "Ayato, aren't you quite free later? Just help me take care of these tasks along the way."
Kamisato Ayato pondered for a long while, then shook his head resolutely:
"I've said it before, unless it's Her Excellency, the General's order, I will never again take over Lady Yae's messes."
When he said these words, Kamisato Ayato's expression was very firm.
This meant he would absolutely not help Yae Miko and work for free.
Who knew Yae Miko would reveal a mischievous smile:
"Ayato, you just had a little conflict with Ayaka, didn't you? Don't you need my help to mediate? At times like this, you need an outsider like me to mediate, right?"
Kamisato Ayato's body trembled slightly, and his previously firm expression instantly vanished.
He sighed helplessly, "I understand. I accept Lady Yae's work."
For his sister, the brother-in-law could only work for free for the scum woman, Yae Miko... "That's right." Yae Miko smiled, then asked curiously:
"By the way, Ayato, what kind of task did you entrust to Emma? It's quite rare for you to ask Emma for help."
Kamisato Ayato gently shook his head, "It's nothing major, just an insignificant family matter."
"What is it? Tell me about it."
Kamisato Ayato shook his head again, "No, this matter is, after all, a private family affair of the Kamisato Clan. Even for Lady Yae, it's not convenient to disclose."
Kamisato Ayaka's expression was very firm. If possible, he would absolutely not tell Yae Miko about this!
"Then the mediation between you and Ayaka..."
Kamisato Ayato immediately explained the whole story... After listening, Yae Miko pondered:
"So it's about your late mother. When she was still alive, I was somewhat acquainted with her, but... did she really have such a special friend?"
"Lady Yae also doesn't know who Mother's friend is?" Kamisato Ayato asked in surprise.
Yae Miko shook her head, "I don't know. After all, I was only familiar with your late mother; it wasn't a very deep friendship."
After a pause, Yae Miko smiled again:
"However, since this commission has been given to Emma, then rest assured, Emma will definitely complete it perfectly."
Kamisato Ayato nodded, "Mhm."
...On the other side, after leaving the room, Yuuko found Kamisato Ayaka in the pavilion outside.
From a distance, he saw Kamisato Ayaka looking dejected and lost in thought.
It wasn't until Yuuko walked over that Kamisato Ayaka immediately changed her expression, pretending that nothing was wrong.
She had probably been repeatedly attacked by her brother just now, completely losing confidence in cooking.
Seeing this, Yuuko didn't expose her, but instead smiled:
"Miss Kamisato, let's continue our special training."
Kamisato Ayaka nodded, "Mhm."
Just like that, the two returned to the kitchen.
However, upon arriving in the kitchen, Kamisato Ayaka said unconfidently again:
"Mr. Yuuko, do I really have the Talents for cooking? Will the dishes I make truly disappoint Mother's friend?"
Yuuko smiled reassuringly:
"When it comes to gifts, I don't think they necessarily have to be perfect. I believe what is most precious is the sentiment. Miss Kamisato's sincere effort, I'm sure your late mother's friend will understand."
Hearing this, Kamisato Ayaka's small mouth slightly parted. After a long while, she showed a faint smile:
"Mr. Yuuko, I'm truly grateful to you. Thank you, I have confidence again now."
Yuuko waved his hand:
"In any case, let's start the special training quickly. Within these few days, I will help you rapidly improve your cooking skills, aiming to make a decent dish within three days."
"Mhm!" Kamisato Ayaka's eyes sparkled, and light once again shone in her pupils... Just like that, under Yuuko's guidance, Kamisato Ayaka began to constantly hone her skills.
Although sometimes things would still explode, at least she was much more proficient than at the beginning.
Similarly, her cooking level was also steadily improving.
At this rate of growth, it wouldn't be long before she could become a competent novice chef.
Time flew by, and soon it was the last day of the commission, the third day.
In the kitchen, Yuuko watched from the side.
Kamisato Ayaka, meanwhile, nervously stared at the large pot with its lid on.
Her eyes showed a hint of unease.
At this moment, Yuuko smiled and patted her shoulder:
"Don't worry, I've seen your efforts these past few days. I know better than anyone the effort you've put in. Regardless of the final outcome, your sincerity will definitely be conveyed."
Because of Yuuko's words, Kamisato Ayaka's eyes softened, and she nodded seriously.
These past few days, due to Yuuko's constant encouragement, her heart had become even more resolute.
Because of this, a sense of gratitude appeared in the way she looked at Yuuko.
It was a sincere gratitude.
Then, Kamisato Ayaka reached out and picked up the pot lid.
The dish in the pot was the result of her three days of hard work.
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