It was like being handed a pillow just as one was nodding off. Even for someone as consistently calm and composed as Gin, he couldn't help but feel a flicker of surprise at this moment.
So, with the mood of wanting to see what the Miyano sisters were up to, Gin replied decisively: "Sure, address?"
That person opposite seemed not to have expected that he would really agree, but his reply was also incredibly swift.
[Today?]
Miyano Akemi was extremely astonished.
Even though she knew Gin always prioritized efficiency.. this was perhaps a bit too efficient!
Of course, she had no way to refute it. After calming her fluctuating emotions, the long-haired gentle woman replied again; before sending the SMS, she even specially read through her drafted content, correcting the wording and typos.
The Address was sent smoothly through the airwaves to Gin's mobile phone, along with some unnecessary honorifics. This shop left no impression whatsoever in Gin's mind; he simply opened Google Maps, copied the address into the search bar, then checked the directions.
.. It's alright.
Gin didn't have high standards for his appetite, so after confirming the route, he couldn't be bothered to check the restaurant's rating and agreed quite readily.
..
When he arrived at the Restaurant, the time was exactly as appointed. Having parked his car with particular elegance, Gin arrived right on time and walked into the Restaurant without any haste.
Although it was called a Restaurant, the interior decor was more in the style of a Hotel.
Bright Crystal lamps hung high overhead, their brilliant Light illuminating the marble beneath their feet. The hall was spacious, the decor possessed the elegant charm of a leisure retreat in a bamboo grove.
The Miyano sisters were already waiting inside.
The Restaurant was well-located, quiet yet not remote. The environment was serene, with only a few Customers scattered about, far from reaching the standard of being noisy.
Thus, among the few Customers, the Miyano sisters stood out remarkably.
The slightly older woman wore a decent blue dress, her clean face was not heavily made up, with only a layer of bean-colored lipstick to add some color. Her black long hair was naturally loose, with a strand resting on her shoulder like a special ornament, giving her a unique gentleness. Her temperament was quiet and elegant as she stood gracefully, her delicate features radiating a sense of softness.
Her sister was standing by her side. The younger girl looked to be no more than seventeen or eighteen, likely not yet twenty, could still barely be called a girl. She was even more beautiful than her sister, though her expression lacked the same gentleness, instead possessing a coldness that kept people at a distance. Wearing a simple shirt and jeans with her short, neat hair, the girl's temperament appeared even more capable.
This pair of sisters attracted many gazes.
Gin also cast his gaze over.
It wasn't because of the sisters' striking looks.. it was—
The girl beside Miyano Akemi looked like she was originally seventeen or eighteen years old, no matter how one looked at her—rather than her previous seven or eight.
APTX4869, playing with Time, it truly lived up to its name.
Gin walked toward the sisters with composure, casting a subtle glance at Miyano Shiho. The latter trembled, instinctively wanting to step back.
Even though she had come to the invitation upon her Sister's persuasion, even though she knew that Gin would not harm her now, even though she had already decided to face her Dark past.. However—
When facing this man who once brought his endless shadows, the panic growing in the depths of his heart still spread uncontrollably.
It could even be said.. it was only because Miyano Shiho knew that the current Gin would not harm his that she didn't have to fight his fear with all his might.
It had nothing to do with rationality; it was purely a subconscious reflex—it was easy to imagine just how much psychological pressure Gin had placed on her.
Miyano Shiho's contracting pupils and trembling body clearly caught Miyano Akemi's attention. That person looked at her sister with concern, but because it was inconvenient to speak openly with an outsider present, she could only quietly take her sister's hand and give her a gentle smile.
That smile was full of comfort.
This allowed Miyano Shiho to breathe a slight sigh of relief.
It also finally gave her the courage to face Gin.
Gin slightly raised his eyebrows, glancing at Miyano Shiho with interest before turning his gaze toward Miyano Akemi. Compared to the still-terrified Miyano Shiho, Miyano Akemi, who had already been in contact with him for a while (and had developed a strange misunderstanding of him for some reason), was clearly a more suitable person to talk to.
The Silver-haired man was not one to waste time and got straight to the point:
You should have booked a private room by now, right?
This speculation was not groundless; one could see Miyano Akemi's gentle and considerate personality reflected in the restaurant's quiet yet accessible location. Since he had extended the invitation, he would naturally have taken Gin's personality into account.
A personality that keeps others at a distance.
To put it bluntly, even if Gin saved Miyano Akemi, his consistently ruthless and cold demeanor would not be erased in the hearts of the Miyano sisters. Naturally, the two sisters would not risk offending him by gambling on her character.
.. Sometimes, having a bad reputation isn't necessarily a bad thing.
Of course, you need to have enough strength.
As expected, Miyano Akemi pursed his lips and smiled. "The private room has been booked. Please follow me."
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Author's Note: Thank you to all the Little Angels who gave me Overlord Tickets or poured Nutrient solution between 2020-05-26 23:57:04 and 2020-05-27 17:54:45~
Thank you to the Little Angel who threw a landmine: Yingru Shi 1;
Thanks to the Little Angel who provided Nutrient solution: Cangxuan 35 bottles;
Thank you very much for everyone's support, I will continue to work hard!
Chapter 234: Chapter 213 I Was Already Prepared..
The Miyano sisters were eye-catching, but Gin was naturally even more so.
Unlike his usual attire, Gin finally abandoned his consistent combination of a sweater and a black trench coat, opting instead for more casual, everyday clothing.
Slim-fit black trousers paired with a beige knit sweater, layered under a navy blue cardigan-style trench coat, significantly softened the cold, gloomy aura about him.
His Silver hair was lightly tied back with a Black hair tie, which actually lent him a touch of elegance, but the coldness in his Green eyes never faded, bringing an air of aloofness that warned others to keep their distance.
All in all, Gin's looks were quite striking.
The handsome man gave a slight nod, signaling Miyano Akemi to lead the way.
The long-haired gentle woman bowed slightly toward Gin, her demeanor elegant, then she took her sister's hand and walked forward. It was difficult to tell from his expression whether she was actually afraid.
Amidst the envious or curious gazes of the onlookers, they walked into the private room.
..
Dining table culture seems particularly popular in Asia. Perhaps because the atmosphere at the dining table is exceptionally relaxed, many times, consensus on important matters can be easily reached amidst the clinking of glasses.
The beautifully printed Menu held in hand seemed like only a thin stack, but the dishes inside were a dazzling array, it felt quite nice to the touch.
This Restaurant mainly serves Japanese cuisine, though traces of Westernization can be seen in the details. Some people might seek what is called 'authenticity' and feel dissatisfied with such Westernization, but in this era of rapid technological advancement, many are willing to accept these kinds of changes.
A Restaurant cannot satisfy all Customers; its target is its potential customer base—those who are willing to accept change.
Gin was not the type of person to be nitpicky about such things. To him, as long as the food tasted good, whether it was authentic or not was not a problem at all.
Moreover, are those who obsess over being "authentic" while ignoring the changes around them not also a form of arrogance? But times are always changing; for instance, Mc Donald's and KFC appearing like bamboo shoots after a rain, or the USA President taking a single bite of a Sushi God's creation and then letting it go.
Since she was unsure of Gin's tone, Miyano Akemi did not order in advance. Of course, when it finally came time to order, the three of them were not slow.
After all, no one was a person driven by gluttony.
The wait for the food seemed a bit boring.
As the Waiter closed the door, the Private room became a completely enclosed space. Somehow, Gin had an unseasonable thought.
.. This place would actually be quite suitable for a locked-room murder.
Gin did not voice his fleeting "inspiration," so the calm atmosphere was maintained.
Miyano Akemi looked up at Gin, just as she had countless times before, she could not discern any emotion from the silver-haired man's face.
He took a shallow breath and clenched his fists to bolster his courage, wanting to utter the explanation she had long since prepared.
However, the moment the words reached her lips, her throat felt as if it were being heavily suppressed by something, becoming so heavy as a thousand pounds that she could not utter a single word.
She grit her teeth and opened her mouth.
Gin's gaze swept over silently, making Miyano Akemi shudder, leaving his mind blank for a moment, unable to say a single word.
What did you find?
The man's cool, detached voice echoed in the enclosed Private room, reaching Miyano Akemi's eardrums. It was clearly a cold and low Voice, yet it miraculously allowed Miyano Akemi to relax.
She raised her eyes to look at Gin, but unexpectedly saw a clear look of knowing in the Silver-haired man's eyes.
Ah.. she thought, so he had guessed it.
Gin certainly knew that the Miyano sisters had a request for him.
Miyano Shiho's fear of him was still vivid in her mind; even though he had not really killed her Sister, the young Scientist was absolutely unwilling to have much contact with him.
Miyano Akemi was relatively better off; she held some unrealistic misunderstandings regarding Gin (which left Gin feeling bewildered). However, she also knew clearly that even if Gin was not entirely cold-blooded, his tenderness would never be reserved for anyone unnecessary.
After facing life and death and surviving a great disaster, the sisters only wanted to live a peaceful life, having no desire to be involved in any more drama.
As far as Gin knew, the two sisters had been staying quietly at home during this time, hardly stepping foot outside. It seemed as though they were determined to stay indoors and let this storm pass.
Not to mention Gin, they hadn't even seen Akai Shuichi.
Gin did not doubt that if he were to ask for their help, the Miyano sisters would not mind lending a hand—after all, they felt Guilt toward Midori because of the Silver Bullet solution.
But to come to Gin on their own initiative??
That was a bit funny.
Seeing Miyano Akemi's choked expression, Gin didn't care much. He disliked wasting time, so he simply spoke bluntly, "It looks like Sherry has returned to normal."
Whether it was her real name, Miyano Shiho, or her pseudonym, Haibara Ai, both names were better than Sherry. When Gin spat out the codename he used to use, Miyano Shiho trembled instinctively.
Taking in Miyano Shiho's reaction, Gin curled his lip corner, revealing a hint of imperceptible malice: "It seems the matter you want to ask me about is related to Sherry's research?"
It was actually quite easy to guess. Haibara Ai, who was only seven or eight years old a few days ago, suddenly turned into seventeen or eighteen-year-old Miyano Shiho, today Miyano Akemi sent an SMS.. thinking about it, it was impossible for the two things to be completely unrelated.
As expected—
Miyano Akemi nodded, his voice trembling slightly: "It's very presumptuous.. but we still want to ask a favor of you.."
Let me say it!
The person speaking, the one who interrupted Miyano Akemi, was none other than the previously panicked Miyano Shiho.
The girl looked as if she had made some momentous decision, her eyes filled with a clear resolve. She reached back to grasp her Sister's hand, as if drawing strength from it, bravely stared directly at Gin.
That expression is not bad.. Gin didn't dwell on it.
I know, my Parents once worked for the Black Organization, researched a solution called 'Silver Bullet'.