Cartoonists and their assistants

Ruri Gokou closed her laptop and sighed.

"Am I being too hasty? Or is it...?"

She took off her colored contact lenses, and her pale purple eyes shone brightly under the incandescent light, her thoughts unreadable.

"I don't understand teachers well enough."

138 Unexpected Changes

"Zhenzhi, your dad and I have something to tell you next, so be prepared."

While Mizuki Machi was having breakfast at home, her mother suddenly said this.

He observed his father's expression; both of them were very cautious.

Could it be that they're suddenly getting a divorce?

Or are you planning to create a new account?

He thought to himself, but still smiled.

"Yes, don't worry, Mom and Dad, I can handle it."

"What are you enduring?"

Guan Yue's father looked strange.

"Hey, weren't you planning to have a smaller one?"

"No! What are you thinking!"

Guan Yue's mother blushed.

"Actually, it's a problem with Dad's work! Didn't you say before that now that you're earning money, you want us to have an easier time? So Dad discussed it with me and got transferred to a new job to do research abroad. Although the pay is lower, there's a lot of free time, and we can even travel when we're not busy."

"Yes."

Guan Yue's father nodded.

"I see."

His face looked even worse, as if he was about to cry.

Isn't this just abandoning me?!

"So, Makoto, do you agree with our ideas?"

Guanyue's mother checked again.

"I don't care, as long as you're happy. It's a good opportunity to make up for the honeymoon we missed before."

He thought about it for a moment, then agreed.

Although they may find it difficult to adjust to life afterward, the two elders have indeed worked hard for this family over the years.

If it weren't for Eriri pulling him forward and preventing him from slacking off, which allowed them to make a lot of money, the two elders would probably still be suffering at the company.

So from this perspective, he still feels somewhat indebted to them.

"Thank you for your understanding, Zhenzhi."

Guan Yue's mother clasped her hands together and smiled gently.

"Son, after we leave, you don't have to worry about us anymore. You can invite any girl over to play! Don't waste your precious youth!"

Guan Yue's father leaned closer, put his arm around his shoulder, and whispered something to him while winking at him.

The corner of his mouth twitched.

That frivolous old man!

......

Inside the secret base, Mizuki Machi explained the matter to the three girls.

"In conclusion, I'm planning to learn some cooking from Miss Black Cat this weekend, is that alright?"

"Since it's the teacher's request, of course I won't refuse."

"Itsuki Ruri said calmly."

Eriri hesitated, wanting to speak but unable to, inwardly screaming.

Why did this happen?

This time, given the similar circumstances to the last time, she found even less reason to stop it.

After all, in the current situation, only Miss Black Cat is truly suited for this task.

So this time, she changed her approach and decided to start with her childhood sweetheart.

"Hey, Makoto, you've been way too nice to Kuroneko lately! Have you forgotten how that guy humiliated you back then?"

"Is that so? But I feel like it only happened that one time. It was just that I wasn't good enough. After that, Black Cat's attitude towards me has always been pretty good, so that's how I am."

"That guy is just pretending in front of you! He's been two-faced and wicked."

"I didn't feel anything. You're the one who made her angry."

"Ugh!!! She's the one who made me angry! Whatever, do whatever you want!"

After her lawsuit failed, the girl stomped her foot angrily and turned to leave.

Mizuki Machi scratched his head.

This time, he didn't deliberately try to make Eriri angry; he spoke the truth.

The black cat lady in front of him was indeed very kind, well-behaved, and very polite.

This performance even made him wonder if the timeline was wrong.

However, when he saw the interaction between the black cat and Eriri, he realized he had been overthinking it.

That's because Miss Black Cat truly regards him as a respected teacher, while Eriri doesn't seem to be qualified.

It could also be due to personality differences; they're just naturally incompatible.

"Has the teacher had any experience in this area before?"

"I've only seen it, I've never actually tried it myself."

"Then, please hold it tight, teacher, and put in more effort..."

A soft creaking sound rang out as the kitchen door was pushed open a crack.

Eriri peeked inside, her azure eyes fixed on the two people conducting practical instruction at the cutting board.

"Why can't the teacher just look openly? Why are they spying here?"

A puzzled voice came from behind her.

"Hmph! You don't understand. Only in this way can you see that guy's ulterior motives!"

Eriri turned around and whispered.

"I see, so the teacher wanted to fish."

Sakura Chiyo suddenly realized.

"You know it, but you're not allowed to tell anyone!"

She gave a warning.

"I see."

Sakura Chiyo covered her mouth.

in the kitchen.

Ruri Gokou continued to instruct Machi Mizuki in cooking, starting with the very basics of chopping vegetables.

"In this situation, will I have to personally guide you later?"

Eriri stared intently, guessing what would happen next based on her reading experience.

Damn it, I should never have chosen this guy!

At that moment, she felt deep regret.

"How about it?"

Just then, Mizuki Machi finished chopping the vegetables and presented them neatly.

"Very good, so the teacher really didn't use force before?"

Ruri Gokou looked surprised.

"Maybe I have a good memory, because I just remembered your movements."

"This is not just a 'good' level... I see, this is the teacher's talent, truly amazing!"

He was unexpectedly praised.

If this continues, he'll become arrogant.

Because this is indeed a skill he possesses.

"In that case, the teacher should be able to practice on their own after a short period of study."

"Then, Mr. Black Cat, please pass on your experience to me."

Hearing that "teacher" gave me goosebumps.

How could I be called "teacher" by the teacher I admire?

Her cheeks flushed with excitement, giving her even more motivation to teach.

Eriri witnessed the entire teaching process.

Finally, she breathed a sigh of relief.

Perhaps it really is a misunderstanding on my part?

Is this guy only treating Machi differently because he wants to become a cartoonist?

If that's the case, then I can understand it a little, since this guy's family background doesn't seem to be very good.

......

Sawamura family.

Dressed in a purple kimono, Mrs. Sawamura, exuding a mature and elegant air, is leisurely sipping red tea alone in the courtyard.

"By now, Eriri should be back soon, and it'll be time to prepare dinner."

Just as she was about to return to the villa, her cell phone suddenly rang.

"duo~"

Sayuri Sawamura picked up her phone and saw that it was a familiar international number. A sense of melancholy filled her eyes.

"It's been a long time..."

"Shiina family."

139 brings more touching moments to everyone.

"...If nothing unexpected happens, I will be there."

After a few minutes of conversation, Sayuri Sawamura hung up.

She was talking to Mrs. Shiina, whose purpose was to invite them to the child's art exhibition, to support him in Spencer's name.

To be honest, she wasn't very familiar with the Shiina family and they didn't get along, so there were hardly any pleasantries, and the whole process felt very businesslike.

But since the two families had interacted a few times before, she agreed.

"Christmas at the end of the year?"

Her eyes flickered, concealing a variety of thoughts.

"Should we tell Eriri about this?"

......