Takanashi Rikka, who was still enjoying herself, couldn't help feeling a bit disappointed - she wanted to keep playing, but shouldn't good friends share?
Besides, it was Kanna's turn to use the swing.
After the two switched positions, Takanashi Rikka looked at the adorable Kanna and said with a smile:
"Kanna, I'm going to start pushing now, okay?"
Kanna nodded.
Then Takanashi Rikka began pushing the swing.
As a member of the dragon race, Kanna could freely soar through the air. Moreover, her physical abilities and constitution completely surpassed humans in every aspect - even if she really fell from a hundred meters high, she would be completely unharmed.
So when she was swinging by herself earlier, although she had fun, now that Takanashi Rikka was pushing her with such force, making her go much higher than when she swung alone (though still not exceeding the railing height), it made Kanna extremely excited, as if she had discovered a new world. Her eyes lit up as she said excitedly:
"Rikka, Rikka, push a little harder! I want to fly even higher!"
Takanashi Rikka said worriedly:
"That won't work, Kanna. Did you forget what Hayashi-kun told you? The swing's height can't exceed the railing height, or it would be dangerous."
Hearing this, Kanna, unable to argue back, could only pout and say:
"Fine, then just use a tiny bit more force."
"Just a tiny bit!"
"Anyway, Hayashi said not to exceed the railing height, but he didn't say we can't go as high as the railing!"
Seeing Kanna's happy and expectant expression, Takanashi Rikka hesitated no more.
After spending so much time with Kanna, she had noticed some unusual things about her.
Like her energy and strength.
She was clearly a petite and cute little girl, even shorter than her own loli self, appearing even more adorable.
But her energy far exceeded hers, which was understandable since she was a child.
However, her physical ability and strength were simply superhuman, making her wonder if Kanna was actually Superman in human skin.
Takanashi Rikka said: "Kanna, I'm really going to start now - takeoff!"
"Wow!" Kanna screamed excitedly, overjoyed. "Rikka, again, again!"
"Okay."
Then Takanashi Rikka maintained the same force, each time pushing Kanna to the same height as the railing, which thrilled Kanna beyond measure.
This was much more fun than when she transformed into a dragon and flew high into the sky.
She could easily leap and fly to heights hundreds of times higher than this.
But the feeling of being gently pushed by someone and swinging was completely different.
Swinging clearly had no danger.
Yet it made her feel happier and more thrilled, even with a trace of fear - afraid she might fall and eat dirt.
So this is how fun swinging could be! Later I'll call Tohru and Hayashi to play too.
Kanna thought to herself.
Meanwhile, inside the late-night diner.
Seeing her sister go to the backyard to play with Kanna, Takanashi Touka's lips curved slightly upward, accustomed to this.
Then she sat at the front counter with expectant eyes, her gaze seductive as she quietly stared at Hayashi.
Hayashi also looked at Takanashi Touka and smiled back:
"Long time no see. What would you like today?"
Takanashi Touka's watery eyes rolled around as she thought briefly, then said decisively:
"This time I want to try a different flavor. I'd like some sweets - what would the manager recommend?"
Hayashi shook his head with a wry smile. Takanashi Touka was still the same, appearing serious while seemingly hiding a quirky soul.
Despite being so familiar, she actually called him "manager."
If it were someone else, Hayashi would find it normal.
But coming from Takanashi Touka, he felt this was definitely teasing.
He was actually being teased!
Was there any justice in this world?
Any law and order?
But speaking of which, Hayashi was still very happy that Takanashi Touka could come.
Hayashi said: "Since you want sweets, I recommend you try osmanthus cake."
Takanashi Touka's eyes lit up as she nodded: "Sounds good! I hope the manager's skills haven't gotten rusty."
"Don't worry, I'll definitely satisfy you."
"Good, then I'll be waiting."
With that, Hayashi went into the kitchen to make the dessert.
Watching Hayashi's menu, Nakiri Erina and Arato Hisako also excitedly said:
"Hayashi-kun, we want some too!"
Hayashi smiled and nodded:
"Alright, alright, everyone gets some."
Then Hayashi skillfully went into the kitchen to make osmanthus cake, while also making them sweet strawberry milkshakes.
Hayashi was certain that this dessert would absolutely amaze them.
Since his proficiency was already maxed out, Hayashi made the osmanthus cake with ease.
If making one osmanthus cake might have taken over half an hour before, now he could complete it in at most ten minutes.
Finally, under the expectant gazes of the three girls, Hayashi came out carrying a large tray containing six pieces of osmanthus cake and three cups of strawberry milkshake.
Looking at these simple yet mouth-watering delicacies, all three girls felt their taste buds dancing.
If not for maintaining their little fairy image, all three girls would have been unable to resist grabbing them immediately. They were even excited enough to want to stand up and snatch them to taste right away.
Even Nakiri Erina and Arato Hisako, who were most skilled at making delicious food, had eyes full of anticipation and shock.
Only those who also had deep research into cuisine could know how incredible and heart-shaking it was for Hayashi to make such delicious food in such a short time.
The two girls looked at each other and saw the excitement in each other's eyes. They gently pursed their lips, then joined Takanashi Touka in putting their hands together and saying softly:
"Thanks for the meal."
Hayashi extended one hand gentlemanly:
"Please."
The three girls picked up a piece of osmanthus cake, brought it to their lips and took a gentle bite. A delicious flavor that melted in their mouths washed over them.
This taste made them feel as if they had entered food heaven, completely immersed in this wonderful flavor.
The three girls continuously savored the food in their mouths, as if reluctant to swallow it, hoping this delicious taste could be preserved forever.
Nakiri Erina exclaimed:
"Hayashi-kun, your dessert is really too delicious! Even the world's most top-tier food experts couldn't make such flavor!"
Arato Hisako nodded vigorously in agreement:
"Exactly, exactly!"
"Before this, I tried many different methods at home, wanting to imitate your detailed approach."
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