Tesoro decided to put on a grand public performance.
Although he knew that this relocation of headquarters was, strictly speaking, a panicked flight like a stray dog because he feared the government would come looking for trouble.
Naturally, that could not be said openly.
Tesoro wanted the outside world to know that this relocation had been entirely for business considerations, a correct and wise decision.
So, of course, a grand celebratory performance had to be held.
Whether because of their friendship or Bright's standing on Fish-Man Island, he naturally received an invitation.
"Brother Bright is going too?"
While eating, the Little Princess said happily, "We're going too! We'll finally get to see Mother perform again!"
The idol group Queen Otohime belonged to would naturally be performing at this event as well.
"Eh? That's wonderful."
The mermaid ladies beside them spoke in voices that sounded both envious and wistful. "You all got invited. We want to see that performance too."
Bright smiled. "Don't worry. There are plenty of tickets this time as well."
Tesoro's thoughtfulness was no joke. This time, he had once again sent Bright a pile of tickets.
"Wonderful! Bright, we love you to death!"
The mermaid ladies cheered excitedly, just short of throwing themselves into Bright's arms.
The only thing restraining their enthusiastic actions to mere words was, of course, the café owner's cold gaze.
Bright smiled at Shyarly.
Shyarly turned her head away.
"This time, we'll finally be able to hear Uta sing up close!"
The mermaid ladies said eagerly.
"Yeah, I've been looking forward to it for so long!"
"Even just watching the livestream, her singing already felt so deeply moving. I wonder what it will feel like to hear it with our own ears!"
Although Queen Otohime's singing was equally captivating, they had never missed