Huh? (Bonus Chapter) / We Really Should Go Take a Look (Bonus)

So...

Should I say yes?!

The waitress's expression instantly became even more complicated.

But it seems they still can't quite make up their minds.

After all, although the current job doesn't pay a particularly high salary, at least it's stable. And 110,000 Lungmen Credits is ultimately just a quick sum of money; once I've earned it, there won't be any more.

So...

Seeking stable profits or quick profits?

The waitress started to hesitate.

Meanwhile, Lappland approached her with a grin, hooked her arm around her shoulder, and, to her bewilderment, casually pulled out the strange longsword from behind her.

"You're being threatened, understand?"

With a grin, she pressed the longsword against the girl's neck, giving her a slight incline.

She knew what the other person was struggling with at that moment, and she was also more adept at communicating with people than Kong.

As a former member of the family, she also knew that threats and inducements had to be used simultaneously.

What the other party is worried about is simply that they might proactively disclose customer information and then be held responsible, right?

If I threaten her, wouldn't that make it seem like she's being forced to accept the money and then reveal the information?

Absolutely no problem!

Of course, if the other party is really stubborn, then I wouldn't mind actually threatening them.

Fortunately, the waitress eventually figured out the crux of the matter. After hesitating for a while, she handed over a roll of Lungmen Credits, expressing her willingness to cooperate.

"But... I can't tell you where they are, but I can arrange for you to sit in the private room next to theirs... Is that alright?"

She was reluctant to violate her professional ethics, but... the time allotted was just too much!

Even so, she still had requirements.

I still won't reveal the guests' location; at most, I'll arrange for two people to go to the private room next to each other.

Furthermore, neither side can cause trouble; if something goes wrong, they'll have to deal with it themselves!

"No problem, no problem~ Thank you for your cooperation~"

Being able to get close to a private room was already quite good; Lappland didn't ask for more.

After all, given Maria's unique aura, there was no way he couldn't find her.

As for causing trouble?

That's even more impossible.

According to Texas, Ms. Maria probably doesn't remember herself anymore... Although it's a bit sad, it might not be a bad start.

After all, Maria had watched them grow up, so she naturally had a sense of respect for younger generations. It was almost impossible for her to gain Maria's approval.

But now...

The opportunity has arrived!

Chapter 123 Huh? (Bonus Chapter)

"Not here yet? Exusiai? Has Texas discovered your plan?"

Inside the room, Croissant, Croissant bull horns, ate her bread with a bored expression, asking Exusiai.

At this moment, Exusiai was struggling to adjust the camera, but unfortunately, her understanding of mechanical equipment was limited to patting and pressing all the usable buttons.

Even so, it couldn't stop her from having an incredibly excited expression.

Croissant evoke similar feelings.

They were genuinely curious about what Texas had done to warrant a private meeting with Maria, something she had deliberately kept secret from everyone.

It couldn't possibly be something shady, could it?

Although it's not the best thing to do, there's no other way. Suppressing your curiosity can be deadly!

As for the dessert shop that Exusiai arranged, it was simply to make it easier for everyone to confirm the location of these two people.

According to Exusiai, this was a nice pastry shop that she stumbled upon, but unfortunately it was facing the risk of closing down due to the previous owner's poor management.

However, after Exusiai discovered this, she specially funded the modification, which improved the current situation.

Although I still didn't make a lot of money, I did manage to break even.

As the savior investor, Exusiai naturally received preferential treatment.

Although it seemed strange, the people there complied with her suggestion to book a private room for breakfast.

Although it was called a private room, it was actually hastily set up.

Many of the surrounding items were not removed; they were modified and used as decorations, which worked out reasonably well.

Even so, they could only manage to rush out a few empty rooms.

This is already a remarkable achievement.

To be honest, Exusiai have noticed something was wrong.

Fortunately, Exusiai is known for her eccentric personality, so knowing about this kind of shop actually fits her character.

Just as Exusiai was fiddling with the machine, footsteps slowly drifted from the room next door...

Guided by the waiter, Texas and Maria quickly arrived at their designated private room.

Texas first looked around to make sure everything was alright before slowly inviting Maria into the room.

The two sat down quietly. Texas, being very considerate, picked up a hastily prepared list from the side, glanced at it a few times, and then hesitantly handed it to Maria.

"Um... I don't know what kind of food you like..."

Texas was very respectful; for a moment, Exusiai and Croissant even thought Texas was the waitress.

Although it wasn't the first time they'd seen something like this, they still couldn't help but gasp in amazement upon seeing it again...

Are you really Texas?

Are you really that Texas who spends all day munching on Pocky, likes to sit alone with an aloof air, and whose eyes seem to hold countless stories of the past?!

Astonished, the two grew even more curious about Maria.

"Could it really be like we guessed last time, that Ms. Maria is Texas's ex-girlfriend? And she's back to settle old scores?"

Croissant tilted her head, lay on her side on the floor, held a teacup against the wall, listened to the sounds from the next room, and asked Exusiai was still repairing the camera equipment, a question.

Exusiai, on the other hand, just pursed her lips.

"That's impossible. These two don't look like a couple at all... I still think Maria is more like Texas's aunt or something."

"So... Exusiai don't you go to that Notarial Office and check? Wouldn't that tell you?"

Croissant turned to look at Exusiai.

Although it was never mentioned, Croissant knew from their daily lives that Exusiai was a somewhat prestigious figure among the Sankta.

Because of their unique characteristics, the Sankta knew many unusual things about the Terra.

If Exusiai willing to go to Notarial Office to check, perhaps they could find out what really happened between Maria and Texas.

At least, Croissant felt that, as a bread seller, he really couldn't figure out what had happened between the two of them.

"I checked!"

Exusiai glanced at Croissant beside her and then spoke up naturally.

"But I can't find it."

"Can't find it?"

Croissant was somewhat surprised.

"Even the Notarial Office in Laterano doesn't know her?"

As witnesses to this land, the Notarial Office should possess one of the most information in Terra.

Even they can't find any information related to Maria?!

"No, that's not it."

Exusiai shrugged.

"It's simply that I'm not allowed access."

"Huh?"

"What's so surprising about that? I did work at Notarial Office for a while, but that was in the past. Now my rank isn't that high, and there's a lot of information I can't access..." Exusiai was used to this, after all, she never considered herself to be any big shot.

She was just an ordinary Sankta girl.

"However... although nothing was found, it's still a piece of information."

"Given my level, the fact that even I am not allowed to access this information indicates that Ms. Maria has had a profound influence in at least a certain region, to the point that her influence still exists to this day... In order to prevent the spread of this information, information about her must be kept strictly confidential!"

"And Texas is from Siracusa, which means Ms. Maria must have done something big in Siracusa... Next time, we'll ask one of her colleagues in Siracusa if they know anything about it."

Exusiai spoke, she fiddled with the monitor in her hands.

They were indeed curious about Maria and Texas's past, but what was more important now was that they desperately wanted to know why Texas had gone to such lengths to avoid them and bring Maria to such a place.

Are you planning something shady?

Or is it...?

Was this just a moment of courage from a young girl in the throes of first love?

Thinking about this, Exusiai n't help but smile.

Even faster, she had the monitor sorted out, and the images from the several cameras were combined into a small section and displayed on the screen.

This makes it easier for them to observe the situation inside the room.

But after the screen flickered a few times, Exusiai frowned again.

"What's wrong?"

Croissant noticed her colleague's subtle expression and curiously leaned over.

But soon, she realized why Exusiai was frowning.

"Kong... and Lappland? How come those two are walking together?"

Croissant looked at the screen and saw two people who shouldn't know each other heading upstairs with a common enemy. She was very puzzled, but soon she realized how troublesome things were.

"Those two must be looking for Texas, right?"

Croissant's expression instantly turned wary.

No!

Lappland and Sora can contact Texas anytime, but not now!

Neither I Exusiai have found anything yet!

They must not be allowed to meet!

We have to think of a solution!

Chapter 124 It's definitely time to go see it (Bonus Chapter)

Although I found the store location that Exusiai recommended to me to be strange, most of the items were available.

However, Texas's concerns are clearly excessive.

After glancing at the strange menu, Maria simply ordered a cup of black tea and a sandwich for breakfast.

For her, food had long since transcended the realm of replenishing energy; the reason she continued to eat normally was simply because...

She likes to eat.