Chapter 14Six months later
New Year’s Eve
“Yes, can I help you?” Aki asked his first customer of the day.
“I’d like an order of pineapple cake and a soy milk latte with boba,” Tsung answered.
It was cold outside and Tsung was bundled up in a coat, gloves, and a scarf. His cheeks and nose were pink from the exposure.
“Will your family still be joining us for dinner today?” Aki asked.
Tsung nodded. “Yes. We have reservations for four at four.”
“The twins are looking forward to spending some time with Uncle Tsung.” Aki fixed Tsung’s order.
“That’s because they have good tastes,” Tsung said.
“Or is it because Uncle Tsung spoils them rotten?”
“Are you jealous?” Tsung asked, batting his lashes at Aki.
“Yes.”
“Then I’ll spoil you rotten later, after we return from the shrine.”
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