After our Cleaning Duty, I escorted Aya to the Book Club. Since I also planned on hiring them as additional actresses for our interactive booth, it was a perfect opportunity to discuss the details.
However, just like it always was with my girls, the moment I entered the room, one or two of them ran to me, jumping in my arms.
"Ruki!" The lovely koala, Edel, didn't miss a beat as she took dibs on the first hug, her arms wrapping around my neck as her legs dangled in the air before they gradually wrapped around my waist. "Can you stay longer today?"
Her eyes sparkled with excitement, and I couldn't help but chuckle.
"Mhm. That's what I'm planning to do today." I returned her embrace and kissed her lips as part of the greeting before carrying her back next to her Haruko. I took the chair she was sitting on and sat down with her still on my lap.