Having finally found the place, Rita did not relax. Instead, she grew even more excited.
As she walked with Hashiko Yui, taking in the surrounding scenery, they soon arrived in front of the inn.
The Japanese-style hot spring inn before them looked like it had been around for quite a few years. It was exactly the same as in the photo—this had to be the place.
So... Renge was inside?
With a hint of anticipation, Rita and Hashiko Yui went in.
Upon entering, they first saw a young girl who seemed rather idle. She was probably an employee of some sort. Business here clearly was not very good, and she had nearly fallen asleep.
When Rita and Hashiko Yui entered, she did not react at first. It was not until Rita spoke that she hurriedly came to her senses and called out, "Welcome."
"Do you still have rooms available? We need two rooms. Also... when can we use the hot springs?"
Rita did not recognize the girl in front of her. She did not know whether she had forgotten her or had simply never seen her before.
"Yes, yes, we do. Please wait a moment. As for the hot springs... you can use them anytime! Ours are natural mountain hot springs. Regular bathing is not only good for your health, but also good for your skin."
With customers at the door, the girl still showed plenty of professional dedication.
"Mm."
They nodded and began checking in.
It was not particularly troublesome, and their rooms were arranged in no time.
The girl then called a female attendant out from the back room, intending to have her lead Rita and the other girl to their rooms.
However, when this attendant appeared, Rita seemed to recognize her. Though she looked slightly different from