Crossover: Pen name: Dazai Osamu, Omega Kasumigaoka

He wore the restaurant's logo on his chest and had a professional smile on his face.

He held an elegant silver platter with a steaming steak on it in one hand and a bottle of red wine in the other, appearing graceful and composed.

As he approached, both Mai Sakurajima and Makoto Kitahara looked up, their eyes sparkling with anticipation.

Mai Sakurajima's long hair shimmered softly under the light, and her face beamed with a happy smile, as if she were filled with anticipation for the delicious food that was about to arrive.

Kitahara Makoto appeared calm and confident, his gaze closely following the waiter's every move.

The waiter gently placed the silver platter on the table, then skillfully wiped his hands with a towel before serving the two food (cecj).

He first used a knife and fork to cut the steak into small pieces, then neatly arranged them on both of their plates.

Each steak was cooked to perfection, its surface emitting an enticing aroma.

Then, the waiter came to the table and poured red wine for the two of them.

He tilted the bottle, letting the red wine slowly flow down the side of the glass, making a pleasant sound.

The red wine has a deep and alluring color and exudes a rich fruity aroma.

Throughout the entire process, the waiter's movements were fluid and elegant, as if he were putting on a wonderful performance for the two guests.

He handled every detail perfectly, which made people feel his professionalism and dedication.

Kitahara Makoto and Sakurajima Mai watched the waiter's actions the whole time, their faces beaming with satisfaction.

They watched as the waiter placed the food in front of them, their hearts filled with anticipation and gratitude.

When the waiter finished setting out the last dish, he bowed slightly and offered his sincere greetings to the two of them.

"Please enjoy your meal. Happy Valentine's Day to you both."

After saying that, he turned and left, leaving Kitahara Makoto and Sakurajima Mai to enjoy the delicious dinner alone.

After the waiter left, Kitahara Makoto and Sakurajima Mai exchanged a smile and then began to savor the food in front of them.

They gently cut a piece of steak with their knife and fork, put it in their mouths, and immediately felt the tenderness of the meat and the richness of the sauce.

At the same time, they also savored the rich flavor of the red wine, allowing their taste buds to fully enjoy this feast.

Chapter 328 A Wonderful Meal

Kitahara Makoto and Sakurajima Mai began their dinner.

Mai Sakurajima gently cut a small piece of steak with her knife and fork, and the aroma instantly filled her nose. She squinted her eyes slightly, as if enjoying the wonderful moment.

Her face was beaming with satisfaction and happiness, as if the whole world had melted into this delicious treat.

Kitahara Shinya was immersed in enjoying the food, but he would occasionally look up at Sakurajima Mai, his eyes full of tenderness and doting affection.

He noticed every subtle expression on Mai Sakurajima's face, as if every movement she made could tug at his heartstrings.

Just then, the music in the restaurant suddenly changed. The gentle jazz faded away, replaced by a melodious and heartfelt tune.

A hint of surprise flashed in Mai Sakurajima's eyes. She put down her knife and fork, turned her head slightly, and listened carefully to the song.

"This is my favorite 'Dream Return'!"

Mai Sakurajima exclaimed excitedly, a radiant smile spreading across her face, as if the whole world had become a better place because of this song.

The surrounding guests were also attracted by the sudden singing. They put down their cutlery and looked up at the stage.

Some guests showed expressions of rapture, as if they too were moved by the beautiful singing;

Some guests whispered among themselves, speculating about the song's origin and the singer's identity.

Mai Sakurajima was completely immersed in the melody of the song, her eyes becoming dreamy and affectionate, as if she had returned to a distant memory.

Her fingers tapped lightly on the table, echoing the rhythm of the song.

Her face was beaming with happiness, as if the whole world had become a better place because of this song.

Kitahara Shin felt a surge of warmth and emotion as he watched Sakurajima Mai's blissful expression.

He reached out and gently took Sakurajima Mai's hand. The two smiled at each other, as if all words had become superfluous at that moment.

As the song ended, soft jazz music filled the restaurant again.

Kitahara Shin put down his wine glass, his gaze turning gently to Sakurajima Mai, his voice filled with an invitation:

"Honey, shall we go to a tavern together later? I heard there's a special place that would be perfect for us."

Mai Sakurajima gently put down her knife and fork, wiped her mouth lightly with a napkin, and looked up at Makoto Kitahara, her eyes sparkling with curiosity and anticipation:

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"A tavern? What kind of place is that?"

Kitahara Shin explained with a smile:

"It's a new bar that Haruko opened, and I invested some money in it. Today happens to be the opening day, so I thought we could go there to celebrate."

Mai Sakurajima's face lit up with surprise:

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"A bar owned by Haruko? That must be really unique. Let's go there after we finish eating; I'd like to check it out too."

Kitahara Shin nodded in agreement, his eyes full of doting affection:

"Okay, let's finish eating quickly and then go take a look together. I'm sure Haruko will give us a surprise."

Seeing the expectant look in Sakurajima Mai's eyes, Kitahara Makoto deliberately slowed down his speech and added teasingly:

"But, darling, you have to promise me one thing first."

Sakurajima Mai was a little confused by his sudden condition, blinked and asked:

"Conditions? What conditions?"

Kitahara Makoto smiled and said, feigning seriousness:

"Hmm...you have to promise that no matter what special drinks the tavern has tonight, you won't drink too much." (Tu)

Chapter 329 Who exactly has a poor alcohol tolerance?

Upon hearing this, Mai Sakurajima immediately burst into laughter:

"Are you worried about me? Don't worry, I'm not a child anymore, I can control myself."

Kitahara Shin shook his head, feigning helplessness:

"Of course I know you can control yourself, but Haruko's bar is said to have a lot of special cocktails, and I'm afraid you might accidentally drink too much."

Mai Sakurajima pouted, feigning displeasure:

"Hmph, so you don't trust me, '507'? Then I'll have to go and check it out even more. Maybe I can even help you find out which wines suit your taste."

Seeing her like this, Kitahara Makoto couldn't help but laugh and reached out to pinch her cheek:

"Okay, okay, I believe you. It's settled then, let's go to the tavern together later."

Mai Sakurajima nodded in satisfaction and added:

"However, we need to finish eating quickly, otherwise the tavern will get crowded later and we'll have to wait in line for a table."

Kitahara Shin smiled and agreed:

"No problem, we'll speed things up right away."

The two quickened their pace of eating, with Kitahara Makoto rapidly cutting the steak into small pieces with his chopsticks.

He kept putting the food into his mouth, while subtly signaling to Mai Sakurajima to speed things up.

Mai Sakurajima chewed her food elegantly, though not as fast as Makoto Kitahara, but it was clear she was trying to shorten her meal time as much as possible.

In no time, both of their plates were empty. Kitahara Makoto stood up, smiled, and said to Sakurajima Mai:

"Honey, I'm going to pay the bill. Wait here for me."

After saying that, he picked up the wallet on the table and walked towards the cashier.

Mai Sakurajima stood up, walked to the restaurant entrance, and saw their car parked outside through the glass door.

She straightened her clothes to make sure she looked neat and elegant, then walked to the car to wait.

Her face was beaming with anticipation and excitement, as if she couldn't wait to head to her next destination.

A moment later, Kitahara Makoto emerged from the restaurant, holding a receipt and an invoice. He quickly walked over to Sakurajima Mai and handed her the invoice.

"Sweetie, let's go."

Mai Sakurajima took the invoice, glanced at it, and nodded with a smile:

"Well, let's go."

The two walked to the car together. Kitahara Shin opened the car door and let Sakurajima Mai get in first...

He then got into the driver's seat, started the car, and prepared to head to the pub.

Inside the car, both of them had happy smiles on their faces.

Kitahara Shin, in the driver's seat, gently adjusted the seat and steering wheel, then started the car and slowly drove out of the restaurant's parking lot.

The soft light inside the car illuminated his focused profile, his gaze firm yet gentle.

Mai Sakurajima, sitting in the passenger seat, rested her hands lightly on her knees, a curious and mischievous smile on her face.

She turned her head to look at Kitahara Makoto, who was driving, and asked softly:

"Is Haruko a woman?"

Kitahara Makoto was slightly taken aback when he heard the question, then turned to look at Sakurajima Mai 2.9, a hint of a smile flashing in his eyes.

He nodded and replied:

"Yes, Haruko is a woman. She did work in our company's kitchen before, but she later started her own business and opened this bar."

Mai Sakurajima's smile widened even more upon hearing this answer.

She gently bit her lower lip, seemingly a little embarrassed, but still continued to ask:

"So... are you two very close?"

Chapter 330 Mai Sakurajima: I'm Jealous, Baby

Kitahara Makoto smiled, his eyes full of sincerity:

"We did work together before, so we're pretty familiar with each other. But don't worry, we're just friends."

Upon hearing this, Mai Sakurajima's doubts seemed to dissipate somewhat.

But she couldn't help but pout, pretending to be angry as she said:

"I'm a little jealous, my darling. How can you be so close to her?"

Seeing this, Kitahara Makoto quickly explained:

"Honey, don't misunderstand. Haruko and I just have a lot of work-related interactions; there's nothing special between us."

"Besides, you are the most important person to me, how could I possibly have anything with anyone else?"

Hearing this, Mai Sakurajima's jealousy seemed to dissipate considerably. Looking at Kitahara Makoto's earnest expression, a warm feeling welled up inside her.

Mai Sakurajima leaned gently on his shoulder and said softly:

"I know you love me, I'm just a little petty."

Kitahara Makoto felt Sakurajima Mai's tenderness, and his heart was filled with happiness. He reached out and hugged Sakurajima Mai tightly, whispering:

"Honey, I know I can sometimes make you worry or feel uneasy."

"But please believe me, no matter where I go or who I meet, you will always be the most important person in my heart."

Mai Sakurajima listened to Makoto Kitahara's words, her heart filled with emotion. She looked up into Makoto's affectionate eyes, as if she could see their future happiness and beauty.

Mai Sakurajima gently kissed his cheek and said:

"I love you too, Kitahara. I believe our love will last forever."

Hearing this, Kitahara Makoto felt an even stronger sense of happiness.

He held Mai Sakurajima's hand tightly, a happy smile on his face.

As Kitahara Makoto lightly pressed the accelerator, the car sped along the road, like a shooting star streaking across the night sky.

Outside the car window, Valentine's Day night had quietly fallen, and the neon lights on both sides of the street were flashing with dazzling light, decorating the whole world like a dream.