Tetsuhiro turned to ask, "Kyoko, you're hiring male employees now? Aren't you worried that guy will cause trouble for everyone? What if something bad happens..."
"It's a certain someone's fault." Kyoko explained, "I've thought it through. I can't shut talented people out just because they're men, can I? That wouldn't be good for the company's long-term development."
"Oh? So you're not afraid of men anymore?" Tetsuhiro teased her with a wicked grin.
Kyoko rolled her eyes. "With you around, what would I have to fear?"
"Hehe~ With me here, you can rest easy."
"Rest easy?" Kyoko shot Tetsuhiro a sidelong look.
"I'll rest easy if you keep your distance."
At the same time, Kyoko lowered her head and whispered, "Let's get this straight first. Keep your hands to yourself." With that, she strode over to her workstation.
Well, would you look at this woman, Tetsuhiro couldn't help grumbling inwardly. She changes her tune faster than turning a page. She's terrified the employees will notice and gossip.
Watching the sway of Kyoko's full, shapely hips and those long, fair legs, he decided to forgive her anyway.
In truth, Kyoko's thoughts were entirely on Tetsuhiro. The moment she saw him, she couldn't help remembering their time in the car, and her heart began to flutter again. She didn't notice Keiko's strange expression behind her at all.
Afterward, the employees arrived at the company one after another, greeting Tetsuhiro enthusiastically.
When they noticed Kyoko's sour expression, they playfully stuck out their tongues, hurried to their workstations, and started making themselves "busy."
Tetsuhiro went over from time to time to give them pointers, then "casually" dropped by Kyoko's desk to flirt and sneak in a little mischief.
Kyoko couldn't push him away or drive him off with a smack, leaving her rolling her