Chapter 2

Good morning, Anzu-san.

Welcome, please come in. I’m glad you’ve arrived; I hope you didn’t get lost on the way? Fufu, yes, I’m happy to hear that ♪

However, you’re here much earlier than the time we agreed on. I was a bit surprised, actually. We’re not quite ready for you yet.

Fufu, so the ironclad rule of being a producer is to arrive thirty minutes earlier, hm?

I believe if you’re too early, though, the clock will lose all sense of meaning.

It seems to be customary in Japan to be told you’re late when you arrive as scheduled. But I have a hard time accepting that.

Rather, it’s a bit disorienting.

Oh, forgive me. Now I’m just complaining… I shouldn’t be chattering away like this.

I’m the one in charge of caring for the master, and he’s such a handful that it seems I’ve gotten into the habit of lecturing him ♪

Fufu, you’re full of motivation, and you’re at peak physical condition… That’s wonderful to see.

Today will be long, I’m sure, but I look forward to working with you ♪

Huh? Wait, it’s Anzu~! Hi hi hi hi~ ☆

Hug… ♪ Ehehe, it’s so exciting getting to see you in the morning ☆

Sir. Just what were you thinking, coming to greet a guest in such filthy clothing?

They’re not even that dirty though?! I–I mean yeah, I got a little mud on them when I fell down, but~?

It’s not my fault! It’s ‘cause King was messing around!

Regardless, I don’t think it’s very becoming of you to so casually cling to a woman.

It’s fine though! Anzu likes it just as much! She’s aaalways doting on me like that! Ehehe~… ♪

Goodness gracious. You still act just like a baby.

Shut it~ But anyway, why’s Anzu here, Yuzuru?

Is she joining the family? If that’s the case, then welcome home! I’ll make sure you’re super happy here forever ♪

Hm, it would be quite difficult to explain, but starting today… Anzu-san will be working here at the manor for a short while.

She’ll be cleaning, washing dishes, and other things of that nature. In short, she’ll be a housekeeper.

Huh? Isn’t that your job, Yuzuru? Why’s Anzu…?

Wait… don’t tell me you got the axe for being rude to me?

This is why I always say you should be nicer to me!

Umm… I guess I can ask Mama and Daddy not to fire you?

That won’t be necessary. Don’t worry; I’ll be cleaning up after you for the rest of your life.

I’ll remain by your side for all eternity, even beyond the grave ♪

H–hmph… Man, just when I thought I was finally free from all your nagging.

But wait, then why is Anzu coming to work as our housekeeper?

It’s not like we’re short on staff, right? Well, it’s not like we can’t afford to hire more employees, but…?

Do you need money or something? Don’t worry about that, Anzu! You don’t have to work at all; I’ll take care of you forever ♪

Fufu, based on what I’ve heard, it’s a part-time position that serves as a pastime and a practicality.

Since it’s spring break and we’re not attending school, she has a little more time on her hands right now.

It also appears that she’s run into problems at home and is in need of money.

It doesn’t seem to be too serious, but I nonetheless suggested that she work at the manor.

You see, we’re hosting a soirée soon. It’s an annual gathering of influential people from the financial world… I’ve been wearing myself thin preparing for it.

It would be a big help if I could entrust Anzu-san with the finer details.

Anzu-san is someone I can trust, so this was a stroke of luck for me… And our interests were aligned.

There are a few other things I requested of her… but that has nothing to do with you.

That again… Fine, whatever. So you’re gonna be our housekeeper; does that mean you’re sleeping over too?

So we’ll get to spend the whole break together? Yay! ♪

No, she asked to commute. Anzu-san is busy with other matters, so we’ve agreed to keep her hours to a minimum.

I was hoping she’d be able to put in some intensive work during that time.

Hmm, okay. So then we don’t get to have a sleepover?

I guess that’s fine, but you’ll still come eat with me, right Anzu? That’d be enough for me ♪

Mama and Daddy are still out of the country on a business trip. I think they’ll make it back in time for the soirée, but it’s been kinda lonely in the house all by myself.

I’m still here, Sir. And your little sister, too… ♪

Right, let me introduce you, Anzu! You’ve never met her before, have you?

My sister’s always asking about you though~… For some reason, she’s super curious ♪

Ehehe, I hope you guys get along, even if it’s only while you’re working here.

Maybe it’s ‘cause she’s so moody, but she doesn’t have many friends her age.

Fufu, the same can be said about you, too. Perhaps it runs in the Himemiyas’ blood?

I do too have friends! I’ve made a whole bunch of them ever since I started going to Yumenosaki!

Jeez… Well anyway, I’m excited you’re here, Anzu! Come on in and I’ll show you around the house! Let’s hold hands ♪

Ehehe, I can tell today is gonna be a great day… ☆