"Young Master! Are we eating here?"
At Uraume's question, something flickered in Sukuna's eyes, and he turned to answer.
"Yes."
It was an ordinary eatery. He walked in carrying Little Fox, and the owner looked a little nervous at their arrival.
The owner approached hesitantly.
"My noble lord..."
"I'm not a noble. I'm a merchant. Bring us a little of everything you serve. There are no dietary restrictions."
Sukuna cut him off.
Nobles could eat fish but no other meat. Thanks to Little Fox, he had no desire to go back to eating nothing but fish.
Hearing that, the owner immediately relaxed. His expression eased, and he hurried into the back to prepare their food.
Sukuna went to an inconspicuous corner at the very back and sat cross-legged with his back to the entrance. He set Little Fox on the raised platform, then propped his chin on one hand and watched it.
Little Fox curiously surveyed its surroundings, standing on tiptoe to inspect everything nearby. Once its curiosity was satisfied, it returned to Sukuna and sprawled across his legs.
Every so often, it lifted its upper body to glance toward the owner, its expression full of anticipation as the tip of its tail swished across the platform.
"You'd better not get your hopes up."
Sukuna leaned down and spoke softly to Little Fox.
"It won't be as good as Uraume's cooking."
Uraume, who had just sat down opposite them, immediately straightened his back-
The Young Master had taught him to cook. His skills were absolutely first-rate!
Little Fox looked at Uraume in surprise, then at Sukuna, its eyes plainly saying-Then why were they eating here?
"Uraume needs to rest too."
Sukuna stroked its head, his hand once again settling on Little Fox's soft fur-he felt as though he had developed