"That ramen was really good. From today onward, I'm becoming a regular customer here."
"Fufu~ I knew you'd like it."
After thanking the elderly couple, Noah and Akari left the restaurant and stepped back onto the bustling street.
Akari glanced at him before asking, "So, should we head back to the academy now that we've had lunch?"
There was a hint of anticipation in her voice, as though she hoped he would suggest staying outside a little longer.
"Actually, there's one more place I'd like to visit."
"Really? Where?" Her eyes sparkled with curiosity.
"A clothing store!"
Akari's expression changed. "A clothing store? Do you want to buy some clothes?"
Noah smiled. 'It's a date, and going shopping without buying her clothes would be unfair.'
"Not for me. It's for you."
"For me? But I don't need anything."
"I know. I just want to see you wearing something different. So far, I've only seen you in a kimono. I've never seen you wearing modern clothes."
