A Composed Moment (2)

(—Work at Shuutetsu Academy took longer than expected.)

(No matter, HiMERU will still be able to arrive at his next job on time while eating something between transitions.)

Oya? Why hello there, HiMERU-shi. It seems like I’ve been crossing paths with you a lot today.

Oh, Vice President. Thank you for your help in the academy earlier.

Oh, no need to thank me. I simply assisted after seeing there were a few procedures that were troubling you.

Are you having lunch now? It seems like you’re having a can of coffee¹ and a few snacks, will that be enough?

You’ve bought the same, haven’t you? It doesn’t look like what you bought is much different from what HiMERU did.

On the contrary, I bought healthy foods. At least that’s a bit better than a few sweets.

I understand not wanting to spend too much precious time eating, however–

HiMERU plans to have a proper meal after he’s completed work. He’s only having something small yet because he hasn’t finished yet, so there’s no need to worry.

I see, so that’s how it is. In that case, sorry for the unnecessary worry!

–It’s surprising how many times you’ve encountered HiMERU today, Vice President.

Was there something important you needed to tell him?

Nooo, not something important. We’re just having a casual chat right now, so there’s no need to be so cynical.

HiMERU didn’t think that you would be doing something that’s not to your benefit, Vice President. Forgive him if that’s offensive.

No offense taken. I don’t think that your perception of me is completely incorrect, HiMERU-shi.

Let’s just say I was paying attention to you since you were in a school uniform, a rare thing to see.

Understood. HiMERU will think of it that way.

–Oya, excuse me. You seem to have dropped your bag…hm? It looks like Anzu-san is here.

Why hello there, Anzu-san! Lucky seeing you here today! Though it is a shame that you’re seeing me like this…

What’s the matter, Anzu-san? You look so surprised that you seem to have also dropped your jaw…

“Are we shooting something?” No. We’re just taking a break…

HiMERU can’t see anything that would make you think it would be a photo shoot…wait, could it be because we’re in school uniforms?

That seems to be the case. I see. I suppose it would be surprising for you to see HiMERU-shi in uniform for the first time…

Come again? You’re surprised to see me in uniform as well? But haven’t you already seen me like this before?

Is it because you’ve only ever seen him doing business and production work nowadays? So that’s how it is. HiMERU can agree with that.

Well if you’re going to say that, then Anzu-san would be the same. I, for one, am more used to seeing her in a suit myself.

–You’re asking why we’re in uniform? HiMERU was simply moving from Shuutetsu Academy to ES as he normally does.

…What’s wrong? You look displeased, HiMERU isn’t sure how to react…

“You said you’d contact me once you returned to the academy” you say…?

–Yes. HiMERU did say that he’d contact you for a photo shoot for his “Feature Live”.

However, HiMERU was simply there to finish the procedures needed for his return to school.

HiMERU hasn’t forgotten about that, he just had more work to tend to afterwards.

–Oh, there’s no need to apologize. You understand now, and that’s all that matters.

If you’d told me about that, then I would have been able to prepare a set for you. Well, it was just a verbal agreement.

If you intend to host a photo shoot at the school, just let me know. I’ll help with communication.

Thank you. However, since you’re here Anzu-san, then shall we prepare the photo shoot here?

Oya? That sound…

(Was that Anzu-san’s stomach? She is quite the busy person, so she may not have had the chance to eat yet.)

(It would be rude to point it out in an attempt to confirm it, especially since she’s covering her face in embarrassment.)

(That shouldn’t constitute ignoring it though. There’s no other choice…)

–Anzu-san, if you’d like, take this.

Please help yourself. Each pack has more than one piece of candy, so there is still more left over.

You’ve been very busy recently, so there would be no harm in keeping your sugar levels stable.

Perhaps you had a different flavor preference? HiMERU does have more flavors on hand…

Don’t be shy, take as you’d like. Please tell HiMERU if you want more.

He wouldn’t be able to eat all of this himself, so you’d be helping him as well.

Would you also like some, Vice President? There’s no need to hesitate.

Like I said before, I already have my share…but since you’re offering so kindly I’ll take one.

It’ll go over my sugar intake for today, but it’s nothing exercise can’t fix.

…Hmph. It’s really sweet.

Would you prefer one with a bitter flavor?

…Hm? What’s wrong, Anzu-san?

“It’s really refreshing to see you two having a conversation in uniform like students”, you say…?

What about the conversation was “student-like”? Was it the fact that we were talking about sharing snacks and eating them?

Well, HiMERU isn’t quite sure. If he’s sure about one thing, it’s that it feels strange to be spending time like this casually together.

–Anzu-san. When did you get your camera…?

“I can never miss a picture perfect chance”, you say. That’s just like you, Anzu-san!

I have full faith in your “off-shoot senses”! Now, go right ahead! Take a picture that will perfectly help HiMERU-shi’s “Feature Live”!

Good grief. HiMERU still has work after this, so he didn’t want to start the photo shoot so suddenly.

Well, it’s fine. HiMERU will always be perfect no matter the time or place~