Movies Cafe and Beloved Books
Chapter 21
Teia Eichi,Izumikawa Yujiro, and Gotou Mitsuya and me Keika-in Runa, but I don't remember who initiated it but in school we were seemed to called as the "Teito Gakushukan Quartet."
My encounter with the last person of quarlet , Gotou Mitsuya, was like this.
Nestled within the tranquil confines of a Tokyo suburb rests a charming establishment bearing the name "Avanti" akin to a well-kept secret waiting to be discovered.
I, a primary school girl who enjoys indulging in proper sweets rather than just drinking grape juice, found myself there.
Considering our youthful age, our inclination toward culinary delights surpasses any allure of charm. Thus, it was only natural for Eichi-kun and Yujiro-kun, engrossed in their studies at the library, to eagerly partake in our Sweet expedition.
"Here we are this is the place . I love the sweets here ♪"
"Seriously, didn't you just eat popcorn at the movies too?"
"Eichi-kun.
A girl's stomach is different when it comes to sweets ♪"
"Behold, the scale shrieks in horror as she dares to step upon it"
"Yujiro-kun.
If you dare tread upon that topic, brace yourself for a war !""
"Yeah yeah. Let's stop put a fullstop in that!"
Each of us was accompanied by a butler, our acting guardians, but we had actually gone to see a movie.
I was emphatically saying that watching movies on a big screen has a different impact, but they were like, "Huh? Aren't you going to rent it out?" that's how taught the boys how to watch movies in a normal manner.
The movie we watched was a future national anime that would later rewrite Japan's box office records.
I've seen it on TV many times, but it's better to watch it with everyone on the big screen. That's just movies should be enjoyed.
"When they said " bring me the head " I really thought it's like they are saying that to me .
I'll have tiramisu and cream soda."
"This is the first time I've seen you order something other than grape juice...
Was that ending okay?
I understand the importance of the environment, but with that, the villagers who lost their hammering place won't be able to live, right?
I'll have Sachertorte and cola."
"Eichi never wavers.
Since I'm a descendant of samurai clan .
I can't overlook the way the protagonists and villagers live theirs life as samurai.
Come to think of it, the three of us here might be the enemies in the protagonists point of view.
I'll have Royal Milk Tea and Panna Cotta."
Clad in outfits suited to their youthfulness, they take their seats at a table bathed in sunlight, their animated discussion about the movie filling the air. When the sweets finally arrive, they eagerly dig in, relishing every mouthful.
Huh?
Could this be what they call the legendary 'fulfilled life'?
*Cough!*
"hmm...."
"Sorry. Was I a bit loud?"
Upon the conspicuously intentional cough from the adjacent table, I immediately offer an apology.
At that moment, the person who turned around was Gotou Mitsuya .
Wearing glasses, he was reading a book alone.
There was a café latte steaming on the table.
"Huh? Isn't that guy from the Gakushukan over there?"
"Oh, I think his name was Gotou Mitsuya."
"Why do you remember his name?"
I retort to Yujirou , who mentioned his name, and Eichi casually retorts back at my retort.
Come to think of it, it was only natural.
"Rankings.
He is always top of you , isn't he?"
"Yeah."
Understood.
The three boys, including Mitsuya at the back, always score full marks, but I usually end up in fourth place due to easy mistakes.
Naturally, rivalry arises in boys' hearts at this age.
"I've met him at my father's banquet a few times.
His father is the chief accountant."
The Chief Accountant of the Ministry of Finance.
Equivalent to the head of the main accounting department of the Ministry of Finance, known as the King of Bureaucrats, but at the same time, it's said that he's already confirmed as a candidate for the next vice minister.
Because the upper class is essentially an inner circle, someone somewhere is always connected.
So, it wouldn't be bad to make a connection here too.
After all, we'll be connected in the future anyway.
"Hey. Would you like to come over and chat?"
In times like this, as a girl, I take the initiative.
However, Mitsuya, who is a character with a self-centered reading disposition and cool boy quirks, only glances over here.
Breaking through from here is interesting if we compare it to a game situations.
But I already had the card in my hand for this occasion.
"Oh my ! I am also reading this book.
How about we share our thoughts since we're both reading it?"
■-■
A spark of interest lights up in Mitsuya-kun's eyes
Meanwhile, the two who were left out try to gather information by looking at the title of the book he holds.
I smile and share my thoughts.
"It's a story about people with a somewhat mysterious ability, and although they don't use it to do anything amazing, reading it somehow feels comforting. Sorry if I spoiled it, but I liked the mid-story time travel and the story of the talented musician at the end."
"...Don't worry. I'm reading it for the second time now. So, you really read it properly. I also liked the story of the musician."
I smile at Mitsuya, who looks surprised.
I almost forget, but we're still elementary school students.*
[T/N- I don't know why author put this line here I can't make out little bit of sense ]
"Hey. Order that book for me."
"I'll have one too."
[T/N- Other two boys ordered their butler too but a copy]
The two Butler's came to me and Mitsuya as to confirm the book they were ordered to buy.
Since we have the chance, I'll introduce them to my recommended book.
"In that case, let me introduce you to my recommended book. It came out recently, but I think Mitsuya will like it."
■-■
"Hey, Runa. Is that really the ending? I'm not completely satisfied with it."
"I liked it. Like when the old lady uses the ticket."
"The impact of the first story was too strong. But Keika-in got hooked must be from here, right?"
Occasionally, the four of us were seen exchanging opinions at the school library.
I still don't understand game as I will be condemned by three of them in the future while Still bonding like this.
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Authors Note
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[Avanti]
Originally from an FM radio show. There might be regulars eavesdropping on their conversation.
[Movie they watched]
"Princess Mononoke" Studio Ghibli
It's airing on TV now, but the beauty of the forest when seen on the big screen is unforgettable.
[Book Mitsuya is reading]
"Empire of Light: The Story of Tokinaga" by Riku Onda, Shueisha
I was amazed when I first read it. It's not just about psychic powers; it creates a warm and homely story with that.
[Runa's recommended book]
"Voyage of the Celestial Dream" by Yuki Taniyama, Asahi Sonorama
At that time, Asahi Sonorama had amazing works. If I were to recommend one book from Asahi Sonorama, it would be this one.
~~~Ending~~~
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