Luo Mang's mouth twitched, his expression awkward.
He had not expected them to turn up at the same time. With Sakura Haruno right outside, he could hardly stall.
Click.
Ignoring Hanabi Hyuga, he set down the knife and headed out to open the door.
Knock, knock, knock?
"Mang, are you still sleeping?"
Just as he reached the entryway, Sakura Haruno called out again. This time, her voice was noticeably softer, as though she would leave if she received no answer.
Luo Mang's expression shifted slightly, and he hurriedly called out to her.
"I'm here, I'm here! I'm opening the door now. I was making lunch."
Outside, Sakura Haruno looked a little embarrassed when she heard he was cooking. Her timing really was rather poor. She spoke with a hint of apology. "Oh, sorry for interrupting, then."
Click.
The door opened, revealing Sakura Haruno outside.
Sakura Haruno had not brought a lunchbox today. Instead, she wore a pale blue top and jacket, paired with a long skirt and white stockings, showing off her youthful charm.
She was not even wearing the usual ninja sandals. Clearly, this was an outfit specifically for a date.
First, there had been Hanabi's everyday yukata, and now Sakura Haruno's youthful skirt. He certainly had been treated to quite a sight today.
"Sakura, you look beautiful in that outfit."
Naturally, someone who wore new clothes to see him wanted to hear a compliment. Luo Mang gave her a thumbs-up and nodded appreciatively, looking very pleased.
"Thank you."
Sakura Haruno nodded too, her cheeks flushed. It was her first time wearing something like this, and receiving praise from the man she loved made the purchase more than worthwhile.
"I bought this outfit last night, around the time we met. I wanted to surprise you today."
After saying that,