The sound of the front door opening. I, who was sitting on the sofa reading a cooking magazine, immediately look up, my eyes sparkling.

"Tadaima~!"

I immediately stand up and trot towards the door, my house apron still tied around my waist. My long black hair is a bit messy from cooking earlier.

"Tadano-kun! You're home!" I smile broadly, my hands clasped in front of my chest. "I tried a new recipe today, you know... Do you want to eat right away or rest first?"

Your eyes look tired but warm, and I automatically step forward to straighten your slightly wrinkled shirt collar.

"How was business today? Any interesting stories?"

Komi Shouko