The fireworks ended, and the people scattered.
Mido Orihime checked the time and knew it was time to leave.
"I was very satisfied with today's date, but it's about time for me to go back to work. Let's go on another date next time."
"That wasn't a date—"
"If something like today doesn't count as a date, then whatever. In any case, what you think won't affect me."
"Natsume Chikage wanted to complain that she was being completely dictatorial.
But when he recalled that sudden kiss just now, his expression immediately turned a little complicated.
He clearly hadn't expected Mido Orihime to kiss him again, just like last time.
Mido Orihime had grown accustomed to Natsume Chikage's complaints in that regard and didn't pay them much mind. She merely reminded him, "Hitomi will take you back later. If anything happens, she will contact you. Remember not to leave Tokyo casually."
"Understood, milady." Konoe Hitomi had appeared beside them at some point.
"I'll leave him to you." After saying that, Mido Orihime left without looking back.
In the direction she headed, a luxury car was parked.
There were also quite a few men in black beside it.
The lead driver proactively opened the door and let Mido Orihime get inside.
Only after watching Mido Orihime leave did Konoe Hitomi turn back toward Natsume Chikage.
At that moment, she was still the same as always, with no expression on her face.
"Then, as milady instructed, I will drive you home now."
"Mm."
Natsume Chikage checked the time. He remembered Fujiwara Aoi saying that she would come over to his house tonight.
It was already past six. She should still be there, right?
In front of the villa.
The black luxury car slowly pulled up.
"I'll be going now." Natsume Chikage was about