“I’ll go with the mackerel then! I trust your tastes.” Flattery will get her everywhere, no? “I don’t usually let my companions order for me, but I’m happy to make the exception for you, Michel.” She draws out his name affectionately. Himeno enjoys his smiles, and she’ll try to see as many of them as she can tonight.

“Tell me— how many lovers do you think there are in this city? I hear it’s the most romantic place in the world.” The smirk playing on her lips leaves it up to him whether or not she believes it.