I’m an Appraiser, But What the Heck is a [Divine Eye]? ~I Want to Live Freely as the World’s Best Beginner Class~ - Episode 205: Hot Springs, Hospitality, and Trouble 7

Episode 205: Hot Springs, Hospitality, and Trouble 7

“”””””We’ve been waiting for this!””””””

The women’s group all cheered in unison.

As expected of the ladies. They say dessert is a separate stomach, but is that really true?

……Honestly, I’m already completely full.

“Here you go, Mihiro-kun.”

“Thank you, Yaka-san.”

With a gentle smile, Yaka-san placed the dessert she had made herself on the table.

…Huh? What is this feeling? I suddenly feel incredibly soothed.

Lately, things have been hectic, and all the women here are combatants. So maybe a support-role woman like her feels refreshing.

“…Hey, Maki-kun?”

“Maki~? Were you just thinking something weird~?”

“Hm? Is that so, Mihiro?”

“Of course not. Come on, let’s eat already.”

Why are women so sharp about things like this?

……..Also, the amount of dessert on their plates is nearly double what I have.

“…Hm? Is that Ryan-san’s?”

Surprisingly, even Ryan-san’s plate had the same portion size as the women’s.

……So Ryan-san has a sweet tooth, huh?

“”””””Itadakima~su!””””””

“…Itadakou.”

The women and Ryan-san began eating their desserts—fluffy chiffon cake.

“This… This softness! What is this?!”

The first to share their thoughts was Ryan-san!

“What is this?!”

“It’s sooo soft!”

“Wow! I’ve never eaten anything like this before!”

“I can’t stop eating this after such a long time!”

“Sumire-chan’s cakes are the best!”

“Ufufu. It really is so delicious.”

The women’s reactions followed, filling the air.

When I took a bite myself, I had to admit—this was the best cake I’ve ever had.

Even back in Japan, I don’t think I ever had anything as delicious as this.

To think one of my classmates could make such an incredible cake.

“I’m glad it suits everyone’s taste.”

“Who wouldn’t love this, Yaka-san!”

“Absolutely, Sumire-sama!”

“A-ah, thank you.”

Perhaps flustered by the overwhelming praise from Alicia and Ricott-san, Yaka-san looked a bit embarrassed.

“Hm. This is good enough to serve to His Majesty without issue.”

“R-really?”

“Yes. You should have confidence in it. I thoroughly enjoyed it myself.”

“Thank you very much!”

Yaka-san responded energetically to Ryan-san’s words of praise.

As expected, his age brings a certain weight to his words.

…..Though the girls seemed stunned by the unexpected source of compliments.

“Ufufu. Ryan-san, you do have a sweet tooth.”

“It’s surprising, isn’t it, Vice Captain!”

“D-don’t drag me into this!”

Ricott-san really knows how to tease Ryan-san here.

As for Vil-san, well, it’s understandable given Ryan-san is his direct superior.

“What about you, Mihiro-kun?”

“Hm? Oh, it was delicious. I’ve never had such an amazing cake, even in Japan.”

“Really! Ufufu, thank you.”

……. Haa, this really is healing.

“So… what do you think, Alicia-san? Like Ryan-sama said, does this seem suitable to serve to His Majesty?”

“Yes! Both the dishes and desserts are absolutely fine! If we can increase the variety and cater to personal tastes, it’ll be perfect!”

Hearing Alicia’s answer, Ryan-san gave a big nod. 

But clearly, that nod was directed toward the dessert.

He’s still eating, after all.

“I see, that’s good. How about you two? Can you manage to increase the variety?”

“I’m fine! We have plenty of ingredients, and I can’t wait to start!”

“I’m fine as well! We even found substitutes for sugar, so I think I can make a lot of things!”

“Hoho! That sounds exciting!”

…………Ryan-sa~n.

“…..Ahem! Excuse me.”

“Ufufu. Then, Yaka-san, Mamiyu-san, I leave the preparations for His Majesty’s meal in your capable hands.”

“”Understood!””

And with that, the tasting session ended with everyone fully satisfied.