Their dinner happened at the Anchor Tokyo, which was the hotel's signature restaurant, located on the 4th floor.
"The view is great..."
The view from their private room to the dining area was stunning. They started in the comfort of their private room before they saw the space filled with the sparkling energy of the Ginza skyline.
While Hina and Rui weren't people who loved wealth, and weren't people who sought after it, they would be lying if they weren't happy with Nifuji's generosity and amazed by his ability to show them the world.
It might be vain, but everyone loved the vainness, and wasn't everyone, in the end, working hard at their job, to enjoy life?
Nifuji had been working hard, so this time, it was a time for him to enjoy his life.
Still, it would be too lonely to enjoy everything alone, but fortunately, he had two beautiful companions.
While Hina leaned on him, linking her arm against his, Rui also walked close to him, as she asked him various things before they walked into the restaurant.
"Wow..."
The first thing they noticed as they walked in was the floor-to-ceiling glass wall. Outside, the yellow and white lights of the Yurakucho trains streak past like ribbons of light, while the high-end boutiques of Gizan glew in the background.
Rui felt slightly overwhelmed and leaned on Nifuji.
"Are you okay, Rui-chan?" Nifuji asked with worry.
"Ah, yes, I am fine, Hirotaka-nii." Rui quickly answered, but her legs were still shaking. After all, she wasn't used to luxury, and as her parents had divorced, leaving her mother to take care of her as a single mother, it was impossible for her family to be well-off. However, she didn't have a problem with it, as she was fine, as long as everyone lived happily, yet... this luxury, she had to say, was amazing.
"If you don't feel well, you should let Hirotaka-kun support you, Rui," Hina advised.
"Eh?"
"It's fine, right, Hirotaka-kun?" Hina asked.
"Yeah." Nifuji nodded, and Rui hesitated for a moment before she reached his hand. "Thank you, Hirotaka-nii."
"....." Hina and Hirotaka.
They had never expected Rui to hold his hand directly, but somehow, they didn't think too much, as holding hands was nothing, right?
"Is it okay to eat here, Hirotaka-nii?" Rui asked worriedly.
"Don't worry. It's fine. Let's just enjoy the dinner, okay? Aren't you curious about it, too?"
"Well..."
Rui nodded, as she was curious, especially when she had seen the list of foods that were offered in the restaurant.
"Are you a foodie, too, Rui-chan?" Nifuji made an attempt to talk.
"A foodie, too?" Rui looked at Nifuji with doubt.
Nifuji took his smartphone and then showed the food photo collection on it. Naturally, he made a folder, so even if Rui would sweep right and left, or even look at the entire album, everything was fine, as he only chose the best one. "Here, you can take a look at the foods that I have eaten."
"Oh?"
As Rui became interested, Hina pouted and decided to join. "Let me see it, too!"
Normally, they would sit side by side, but this time, Nifuji sat in the middle while being sandwiched by the Tachibana sisters, who looked at the collection of food photos that he had taken.
Sitting on the sofa, without a doubt, the three attracted everyone's attention, especially when Rui and Hina were beautiful, and for Nifuji to get the two of them made every male jealous, but when they saw Nifuji and their female partners, who looked at him with an obsessed gaze, they could only sigh.
Still, whether it was Nifuji, Rui, or Hina, they didn't care about their gazes and just focused on his photos.
"Your photography skill is so good, Hirotaka-nii."
While Rui was amazed by Nifuji's photography skill, Hina was more curious about the food that he had eaten. "This...? Is this just salt? Why did you buy a simple salt?"
"It is a special salt. It is mixed with various herbs, spices, and infused with an animal fat; it is delicious, you know?"
As they talked, the waiters soon prepared their table, which was set with crisp linens and heavy silverware. The lighting was dimmer just enough to make the city outside pop, creating an intimate yet inclusive "bistro-chic" vibe.
"Can we start to serve the food?"
"Sure."
They nodded as they talked, while watching the breathtaking view.
"Wow..."
Still, the food was amazing. It was cooked in a European-style bistro with a Japanese soul, emphasizing fresh, seasonal ingredients.
"What is this?"
"It's a Hokkaido Scallop drizzled with light yuzu vinaigrette."
The appetizer started with a platter of Hokkaido Scallop Carpaccio drizzled with a light yuzu vinaigrette and a plate of Pâté de Campagne.
"Hm~! Delicious!"
"It's light, but it's delicious!"
The flavors are bright and delicate, paired with warm, crusty bread and French butter.
Yet, the main course was without a doubt the main character.
"W-Wow..."
"Is it okay to get the wagyu?"
"Don't worry. It's fine."
While Hina was amazed, Rui was worried since she knew well the wagyu beef wasn't cheap!
"Just eat, okay? Don't waste it."
"Yes." 2x
The meal was expensive, so how could they waste it?
Still, the Chef's Signature Wagyu Beef Rossini was so tender and melted in their mouths. Moreover, it was also topped with a rich slice of foie gras and dark truffle Madeira sauce, which made it even more delicious.
"Hn~!"
"Amazing..."
Hina enjoyed herself as she fed Nifuji. "It's great, Hirotaka-kun!"
"Right?"
"How did the chef make this sauce?" Rui was more cornered by the taste of the food.
"It must be secret unless you are his disciple or child."
"....." Rui.
She rolled her eyes at Nifuji's words, but his words also made her wake up, confirming the thought of her previous hesitation, and strengthened her desire.
Still, besides the wagyu beef, they also got the pan-seared sea bream served with a creamy saffron foam and seasonal Japanese vegetables, nanohana (canola blossoms), and baby turnips.
"Amazing..."
"Let's drink first."
"Toast! Let's toast!"
"Okay, okay."
Clink!
They made a toast with their glasses, which were filled with a chilled Japanese sparkling wine.
"Rui, drink your grape juice, okay?"
"...." Rui.
While Rui wanted to complain, she knew that she couldn't drink alcohol like Hina and Nifuji, so she could only accept the grape juice, drinking it while sulking.
"Do you two have room for dessert?"
"Yes!" 2x
Their dinner session was about to end, and naturally, it closed with the dessert, which was a Valrhona Chocolate Fondant that oozed warm chocolate when tucked into, served alongside a scoop of locally made vanilla bean ice cream.
"So good!"
"The chocolate is just so rich..."
The three enjoyed their dinner so much, and closed everything up with the coffee. It might be at night, and they would sleep, but Nifuji decided to drink it, as he was still wishing to work after he returned, but before that, they continued to talk, as everything was so relaxing, the conversation came out so naturally, especially when they had become open to each other.
Still, the good things always ended, and Nifuji paid for everything, which Hina wanted to help with.
"Let me help, Hirotaka-kun."
"It's fine. Don't worry."
As for Rui, she had no money. How could she pay for her part?
Yet, she knew that when she made her own money or learned how to cook, she would make the best for Nifuji.
Still, when the check was settled, Nifuji took a last look at the city lights with his hands being held by Hina and Rui.
"It's so beautiful..."
"Yeah..."
If they didn't come with Nifuji, would they be able to enjoy this?
"There are a lot of unique things in this world. Let's see it together, then."
"Really?!" 2x
"Yes."
"Yay~!" 2x
Even if they appeared different, Rui and Hina were sisters, so they were more or less the same, especially their reactions when they were happy.
"Let's go back for now."
"Yes~!"
While Hina answered happily with a slightly lewd smile, Rui felt her heart beat so fast as she followed them toward the elevator, and entered the room, which Nifuji booked, then locked the door quietly.