(After smiles filled every corner of the house, the traces of tension completely faded away. Ahmed looked at the faces around him, seeing the relief that everyone had missed for so long. At that, he smiled broadly and softly clapped his hands together to draw everyone's attention.)
Ahmed (in Japanese): "I believe this occasion deserves a true celebration."
Everyone turns to him with interest.
Ahmed: "Leave dinner to me tonight."
Astonishment is drawn on everyone's faces.
Misaki (laughing): "Are you planning to surprise us once again?"
Ahmed smiles with confidence.
Ahmed: "Of course."
Then he looks at Honoka's parents, smiling.
Ahmed: "Today is not a day of sorrow... but a day on which a family has reunited."
Honoka's mother looks at him with eyes filled with gratitude.
Honoka's Mother: "You have tired yourself so much for us, and we are not comfortable burdening you with cooking as well."
Ahmed shakes his head, smiling.
Ahmed: "In my country, when loved ones gather after an absence, preparing food for them is an honor before it is an effort."
Everyone exchanges looks in admiration. The principal stands smiling and says playfully:
Principal: "After everything I've heard about Ahmed's cooking skills... I don't think anyone will decline this invitation."
Everyone laughs. Yoshika stands up enthusiastically and raises her hand in the air.
Yoshika: "And I will help Ahmed-niisan!"
Honoka laughs, then says:
Honoka: "Me too."
Misaki looks at Ahmed with a warm smile.
Misaki: "It seems the kitchen will be crowded today."
Ahmed laughs softly.
Ahmed: "The more assistants there are... the more delicious the food will be."
Laughter rises once again, and everyone begins moving around inside the house, feelings of fear having completely vanished, replaced by the warmth of family and cooperation.
Ahmed heads toward the kitchen, while Misaki, Honoka, and Yoshika follow him enthusiastically, while Honoka's parents help set the table, and the principal sits watching the scene with a smile of satisfaction.
The house that hours ago was filled with denial and tears... was now filled with laughter, the scent of hope, and the preparation for the first dinner bringing this family together after reclaiming its heart.