Tokyo: Becoming the Perfect Male God Starting with a Rented Boyfriend

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Miyazawa Itsuki was also stunned.

No, he was just going with the flow. It just so happened that the store manager wanted to recruit new employees, and Tsukimi Sakura was a perfect fit.

Since there's such a diligent and hardworking kid right in front of us, the store manager doesn't need to cast a wide net and post job openings for guys.

With Her Highness joining him, his work will indeed be much easier.

That's all for this reason.

"..."

Of course, he wouldn't deny that Miyazawa Itsuki might have had some private feelings involved.

Tsukimi Sakuna's situation is somewhat similar to his own; both come from broken homes and are earnestly striving to live in Tokyo. Miyazawa Itsuki can empathize with her situation to some extent.

Those who do evil should be punished, while good children should have good outcomes.

So when there was an opportunity that could make her feel a little more relaxed, Miyazawa Itsuki didn't mind bringing it up; that was all he could do.

Whether or not she gets the job ultimately depends on Tsukimi Sakuna herself.

But in Tsukimi Sakuna's eyes, it might be a completely different story.

They offered her family assistance, chased away thugs, and introduced her to new jobs—a level of kindness that clearly perplexed her.

Because of her extraordinary beauty, Tsukimi Sakuna is always very sensitive to the kindness shown to her by others.

In her world, most of the seemingly unconditional help she received in the past was actually for ulterior motives, somewhat similar to Miyazawa Itsuki in her previous life.

"Hmm... I'll assume this is just normal help, but if Tsukimi-kun feels uneasy about it, I'll gratefully accept your referral fee."

Miyazawa Itsuki made a relaxed joke.

But Tsukimi Sakura actually thought about it seriously for a moment, and finally showed a conflicted expression:

"I'm sorry, Miyazawa-kun, I don't have much money right now... Is 10 yen enough?"

"?! No, that was just a joke, a joke."

Miyazawa Itsuki was dumbfounded.

To be fair, Tsukimi Sakura was a bit clumsy at this moment, even though she was clearly trying her best to steer the situation away from the awkward atmosphere.

Unexpectedly, Tsukimi Sakura misunderstood his meaning and thought he was really asking for a brokerage fee.

He's not the kind of person who would do anything for money.

Tsukimi Sakuna was stunned for a moment, then quickly realized Miyazawa Itsuki's true intention, and her face turned bright red:

"...Ah, why, why would you joke about something like this...I'll be serious."

She stared at Miyazawa Itsuki with a somewhat embarrassed and annoyed look.

"...I thought this would make things easier for Tsukimi-san..."

Tsukimi Sakuna averted her gaze, her face still slightly flushed: "...I'm not feeling uneasy."

"...I just don't understand why Miyazawa-kun would go to such lengths."

Miyazawa Itsuki blinked, not quite sure how to respond.

Why?

If it were just out of sympathy, Tsukimi Sakura would probably feel offended; if it were just a coincidence, that reason would be too flimsy.

He scratched his cheek and finally admitted:

"It's probably because... I feel that Tsukimi-kun is a bit like my past self."

If I were in Tsukimi's position, I would also hope that someone would do that for me.

Tsukimi Sakura's eyes widened slightly.

"Is that all?"

"Um."

Miyazawa Itsuki thought for a moment and added:

"In other words, if Tsukimi-san saw someone in need of help, she would have helped them too. I just did what Tsukimi-san would do."

Tsukimi Sakura stared at him blankly, her amber pupils trembling, revealing his face within them.

The air was still for a few seconds.

Then, Tsukimi Sakuna smiled softly.

"Miyazawa-kun... he's really a strange person."

"People often say that to me."

Tsukimi Sakura gazed at him with her moist eyes.

"...Thank you, Miyazawa-kun. As for the job...I'd like to give it a try."

Miyazawa Itsuki breathed a sigh of relief and smiled slightly:

"It's settled then. I'll take you to the store after school tomorrow."

"But..." Tsukimi Sakuna suddenly said, "I don't want to keep unilaterally accepting Miyazawa-kun's kindness."

"So... I also want to do something for Miyazawa-kun. Anything I can do."

"Ah..." Miyazawa Itsuki scratched his head.

It's understandable that one-sided demands would cause a guilty conscience. Tsukimi Sakuna is such a kind-hearted child.

But what is it that he needs Tsukimi Sakuna's help to solve?

Miyazawa Itsuki fell into thought.

Tsukimi Sakura is a recognized beauty at school, possessing both talent and looks.

His grades have consistently been number one. Under normal circumstances, he might have suggested that Tsukimi Sakuna tutor him.

But Miyazawa Itsuki knew that he didn't need anyone's help with his studies.

My usual grades were only deliberately lowered to avoid attracting the school's attention.

If given the chance to use his full strength, he is quite confident that he can take first place.

When Miyazawa Itsuki was struggling with his decision, Tsukimi Sakuna kept staring at him.

From his hair, facial features, and tie, all the way to his hands.

Tsukimi Sakura blinked and noticed the convenience store plastic bag that Miyazawa Itsuki was carrying.

"Miyazawa-kun... is that... a bento box?"

"Oh, you mean this? Yes, this is the dinner I bought at the convenience store."

Miyazawa Itsuki waved the bag.

Tsukimi Sakuna frowned slightly: "Is this what Miyazawa-kun is having for dinner?"

"...Hmm, is something wrong?"

"None of them are right." Tsukimi Sakuna looked at him with a troubled expression. "Convenience store bento boxes are expensive and unhealthy. Eating like that in the long run will affect your health."

"I haven't been eating it regularly... I just bought it on a whim today," Miyazawa Itsuki said sheepishly.

"Does Miyazawa-kun usually cook at home?"

"Uh, just like I said before, I don't cook much," Miyazawa Itsuki said honestly.

"I usually rely on ready-made food from convenience stores for dinner, so today's bento box is actually a treat."

Seeing the incredulous look in Tsukimi Sakura's eyes, Miyazawa Itsuki felt a little embarrassed, which was unusual for him.

He's not completely incapable of cooking; he at least knows a little about Chinese cuisine.

However, due to the fast pace of life, there is no time to spare, so people can only cope with an unhealthy lifestyle.

Tsukimi Sakura was silent for a moment, as if she was thinking about something very important.

After a few seconds, she looked up again, her face serious.

"Miyazawa-kun, I have a suggestion."

"Um?"

"If you don't mind, Miyazawa-kun, I can cook for you as a thank you for helping me find a job."

"No... these two things aren't quite on the same level, are they?!"

Miyazawa Itsuki exclaimed in surprise.

He only provided information and at most helped her deal with the thugs, while Tsukimi Sakura offered to help him solve the problem of dinner.

This is probably not something that can be resolved with just one meal, if he hasn't misunderstood.

"Miyazawa-kun's help is very important to me, and I just prepare a little more food than usual."