บท 16: Introduction
The dinner took place without any meaningful event because Yuna didn't want to be rash in inviting Mike into her household.
So, the event that took place was just an ordinary peaceful and quiet dinner.
On the other hand, Mike enjoyed every meal he could eat, despite feeling awkward because he was a guest, a stranger. But, it was such a blessing to have delicious and warm food on his plate nonetheless.
Yet, apart from the delicious smell of the food... The fragrance from the girl next to him also assaulted his nostrils. Perhaps, Yuna had just taken a bath and this pleasant scent of fresh flowers. Also, the beautiful big sister like figure on his right side... Mike quickly threw the thought away before he felt ashamed of himself for imagining such nonsense.
"How about your dinner, Mike-san? Did you enjoy it?" Yuna wiped her mouth with a wet tissue.
"Thank you very much for putting so much effort in this delicious meal." Mike put down his chopsticks and pressed his palms together in appreciation.
"I'm glad to hear that. All of these dishes were cooked by Kirishima Asako and assisted by Murano Yukiyo." Yuna proudly introduced two of her three super maids. She pointed at them one by one with her palm.
"Thank you very much for the dishes, Kirishima-san, Murano-san. I am amazed to know that all these delicious dishes were only cooked by two people." Mike expressed his appreciation to the chef right next to him with a smile on his face.
"Fufu, I'm flattered. I'm glad that my cooking matched your taste." Asako covered her mouth as she chuckled.
"Mm." Yukiko replied with a slight nod.
After two seconds of silence, Mike ventured to ask about his doubts. "Ano, Kisaragi-san... Is it possible that this palace-like mansion is only inhabited by six people?"
"Ah, yes, that's right, Mike-san. Allow me to introduce my family members." Yuna looked at Mike's expression for confirmation before she continued.
She turned her palm to point at the old butler on her left. "Well, first of all, you might know him a little bit. The old gentleman next to me is Grandpa Alfred. He is my assistant and personal butler when I'm doing errands or business outside. Grandpa Alfred knows a lot of things and is also strong for you to know."
"Next to Grandpa Alfred is the supermaid head of this mansion. She is Ueno Kisa. Then, next to Kisa is my supermaid who keeps the entire mansion clean, Murano Yukiyo." Yuna took a short pause after introducing the three people sitting on her left.
Then, she continued for the two people on the right. "Beside you is my supermaid who is in charge of miscellaneous matters and a skilled chef, Kirishima Asako. And last but not least is the security guard of this mansion as well as the gardener, Hino Isei."
"Greetings everyone. It's a pleasure to meet you. My name is Mike, a nobody and that's about it." Mike introduced himself in a similar format as Yuna's.
"Pfft, fufu, hehe..." Yuna burst out laughing, but she immediately covered her mouth with her hand to not look rude.
"Fufu, the pleasure is mine, Mike-sama. But, that's a unique way of introducing yourself. It's not nice to call yourself a nobody." Asako smiled in her polite response.
Mike felt a little embarrassed, but it was nothing. At least, that was a decent enough way of introducing himself.
"Phew... Mike-san, you surprised me a bit with that. But, is your name that short? I remember you actually came from overseas before coming to Japan. Does everyone in your country only have one syllable for their name?" Yuna wished to know the actual name of this young man. If there was one.
"Ah, you missed your own introduction, Kisaragi-san. All I know is your name and that's all. I may come across as lacking in etiquette, but I will introduce myself in the same way you introduced yourself." Mike wanted to find out who he would work for if the invitation was given again.
"Oh, all right." Yuna thought for a moment in brief consideration because of Mike's words. If she introduced herself in a bit of detail, would Mike introduce himself with the same completeness?
Yuna made a quick decision and put her hand on her upper chest. But, before she could speak, she signaled Alfred with her eyes. "I'm Kisaragi Yuna. The head of the Kisaragi Clan and the owner and CEO of the Kisaragi Group. I was born on on April 15th. Somewhat similar to you, I grew up in America before settling in Japan because of my mother. Maybe this is a bit foreign to you, but my clan is one of the powerhouses in this country. Somewhat similar to hidden sects or special organizations. I'm-"
"22 years old virgin, single, and looking for a life partner." Kisa suddenly added with a mischievous smile. She didn't wish her young lady to continue as it was already too much information for an introduction.
"Yes, I'm 22 years old virgin, single, and looking for- What? Hey! Kisa, don't add in when I- when I'm not done." Yuna blushed at once. She was a bit angry to convey her complaint.
"Fufu, alright, alright, please forgive me." Kisa opened her palms in front of her body as if indicating surrender, then she turned to Mike. "Nice to meet you, Mike-sama. However, now is your turn to introduce yourself."
"I don't know what CEO is, but your introduction sounds amazing, Kisaragi-san. Are the Kisaragi Clan and Kisaragi Group a hidden sect? You're a Matriach of a hidden sect with five members in it, hm?" Mike nodded as if he could understand because a little more than seven days ago, he was a disciple of a prominent hidden sect for four years.
"Eh? You already know about the hidden sect, Mike-san?" Yuna was stunned for a moment, and so were the others. She had even forgotten about her embarrassment just now.
"Hm, alright, now allow me to introduce myself." Mike made up his mind to introduce himself with a few details. He wished to be accepted by the others, considering he would work for Kisaragi Clan for some time.
"Mike is my nickname. Only a few people know my full name, but I was blessed with the name Mikelle Fortuna. If in Japanese naming order, my name is reversed, and it becomes Fortuna Mikelle. I was born on February 29th and just turned 16 years old.
I'm a bit surprised to hear you're from America because I'm from there too. And then, I am pretty familiar with the hidden sect because I am a former disciple of a prominent sect somewhere in Miyagi Prefecture." Right after Mike said that, he got suspicious looks, or rather doubts from everyone.
"Umm... Did I say something wrong?" Mike scratched his head awkwardly. He started to rethink whether he made the wrong decision by telling the others about that.
"Ojou-sama, please allow me to speak on your behalf." Alfred sets his palms down flat on the table.
He felt it was an oddity for someone with extraordinary talent to have the status of a former disciple and from a prominent sect above that. Something had happened, and he needed to know about it.
"Mm, okay, Grandpa Alfred." Yuna nodded and left the rest to him.
"Alright, Mike-sama. Our ojou-sama has the intention of inviting you to the Kisaragi Clan, but before all that, can you explain why you call yourself a former disciple? Were you expelled from your former sect?" Alfred turned to Mike with a neutral expression. He hoped Mike would keep telling the truth and not disappoint him with lies because he would see it with his eyes.
"Please allow me not to mention any place names or anything related to my former sect since I swore to it four years ago.
However, I can say a little about myself. I am an outer disciple who was expelled from my former sect due to sect rules.
Someone who reaches a certain age shall be expelled if they cannot ascend to the Profound Spirit Realm.
I was wondering why Kisaragi-san wanted to invite me to her clan so suddenly for no reason. But, can you also give an explanation about this, Mr. Alfred?" Mike made a steeple of his fingers and put a firm expression. When push comes to shove, he was prepared to run away if things became unfavorable.
"I see... Thank you for letting us know. The answer to your question is that we saw a hidden potential in you, Mike-sama. Besides, our ojou-sama has taken a liking to you because of your personality and nature. Our ojou-sama believe that you are a suitable person to be in the Kisaragi Clan. Will that satisfy your wariness and doubts, Mike-sama?" Alfred smiled with closed eyes as if he was satisfied with something.
On the other hand, Mike felt as if he was dealing with a master and a kind Granpa. He also wondered why Yuna suddenly referred to this old butler as Granpa instead of just the name. Nevertheless, he just nodded in response.
"Alright, it's getting dark. I suggest you to spend the night in this mansion, and please think again about our ojou-sama's invitation, Mike-sama. Kisa, please accompany Mike-sama to his room. If Mike-sama wishes to tour the mansion, please accompany him." Alfred gave a command as well as an eye signal.
As if knowing what the old gentleman meant, Kisa got up from her seat. She knew that her young lady and the others wanted to discuss something privately, and she needed to keep this young man company because she was the best fit for it.
"Mike-sama, please allow me to guide you to your room."
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