Ena's Room
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Ena
Here, you can wear these pajamas. They should be pretty clean since I hardly ever use them.
Mother's Voice
Ena! Dinner's ready!
Shinonome Household - Living Room
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Ena
What's with the attitude? I was just welcoming you home. And why are your eyes going all over the place? What's going on...?
Ena
Wait, that thing you're carrying... Isn't that from the new pancake shop that just opened up by the station...?!
Akito
Why would I do that?
You honestly expect me to buy something for you every time I go to one of these places?
You honestly expect me to buy something for you every time I go to one of these places?
Ena
Excuse me? You're not the only person in this house with a sweet tooth, so you could show a little more courtesy.
Ena
Actually, on second thought, that means you would've had to buy some for Mafuyu too...
Mafuyu
No, I apologize for the sudden intrusion. Some things happened today that led to me staying over for the night.
Mother
Alright, all of you, come sit down before dinner gets cold!
Mother
That includes you, Mafuyu. Please, join us.
Mafuyu
But, you're too kind. You've already agreed to let me stay over for the night and to also be given dinner on top of that...
Mother
Stop complaining and eat what's on your plate.
Mother
Also, Mafuyu, Ena's right.
Please feel free to make yourself comfortable.
Please feel free to make yourself comfortable.
Mother
More importantly, I hope what I've made is to your liking.
Akito
Pushing the things you don't like onto Asahina would just bother her, don't you think?
Ena
In my hands, they'll go to waste. So, isn't it better to give them to someone who enjoys eating them?
Mother
That's enough, you two.
Your Salisbury steaks are getting cold!
Your Salisbury steaks are getting cold!
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Mother
Please don't hesitate and eat as much as you'd like, Mafuyu.
Ena
(Even though you don't know what anything tastes like? You really don't have to put on your honor student act in front of her...)
Mother
When I heard that Ena was having a friend over, I couldn't help myself and decided to put together a little feast.
Mafuyu
Again, thank you for letting me stay on such short notice. I also really like Salisbury steaks, so I'm glad you made them for us.
Mother
Hehe. I'm happy to hear that.
By the way, you go to a different school, yes? How did you two meet?
By the way, you go to a different school, yes? How did you two meet?
Mother
Oh, really?
I think it's wonderful that you make your own music.
I think it's wonderful that you make your own music.
Mother
Ah, because entrance exams are coming up. In that case, I somewhat understand your mother's concern.
Mother
Still, it's important to stop and smell the roses, you know? Or would your mother not like me saying that...?
Mother
In my case, I'm worried about Ena since she's doing what she loves but always seems so frustrated.
Mother
But what I say won't change who my children are. Which is why I believe it's important for her to live her life the way she likes.
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Mafuyu's Mother
No, that's okay.
If there's something you truly wish to do, I plan on being there to support you.
If there's something you truly wish to do, I plan on being there to support you.
Mafuyu's Mother
I'm worried about you, so I can't help but state how I feel... However, Mafuyu, it's ultimately your life to live...
Mafuyu's Mother
So you're free to do whatever you like...
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Mother
Yes, yes, I know.
But don't forget to study a little too along the way.
But don't forget to study a little too along the way.
Ena
Ugh! Shut up!
Also, Akito, you're one to talk since you usually just barely get by on your test.
Also, Akito, you're one to talk since you usually just barely get by on your test.
Akito
Hey, as long as I'm not failing.
Don't forget that I study with my teammates before tests and stuff.
Don't forget that I study with my teammates before tests and stuff.
Mother
Well, I'd actually rather have you aim for at least an average score, though.
Mafuyu
(At my house, we usually have very settled discussions during dinner and hardly ever argue...)
Mafuyu
(However, despite all this arguing, Ena's house doesn't feel cold or distant at all...)
Mother
I apologize for us getting into such a heated discussion, Mafuyu. Especially after inviting you into our home...
Mother
You do? That's wonderful.
If possible, would you mind tutoring these two from time to time?
If possible, would you mind tutoring these two from time to time?
Mafuyu
Yes, of course.
Ena, Akito, please let me know if you ever need any help with studying.
Ena, Akito, please let me know if you ever need any help with studying.
Next Chapter: Turning Mafuyu Into A Model