Chapter 6

In the end, I decided to start going to the cram school from September after the summer break.

It was a good time to start, and it also aligned with the scheduling of my other extracurricular activities.

There are still two months until September, but I shouldn't be picky about that.

If I insisted on starting right away, people would probably think I was strange.

I'm looking forward to it.

Before that, it's summer break!

At the elite elementary school, they apparently don't assign boring tasks like keeping a morning glory observation diary.

I actually quite liked growing morning glories and luffa, but oh well.

"Where will you go for the summer break, Rika-sama?"

With just a few weeks until the summer break, the entire school was buzzing with excitement.

My friends, Shizuka and Kikuno, were also eagerly looking forward to the break.

Of course, I am too!

"I'm going to Tahiti with my family."

"Oh, that sounds wonderful!"

Summer is all about the sea, right?

I even got a new swimsuit, and I'm going to show off my Japanese kappa spirit!

"I'm going to the vacation house as soon as the summer break starts, and then to Hawaii."

When Shizuka said this, Kikuno responded,

"My family is going to Hawaii too! Maybe we'll meet there!"

"Really?!"

The unexpected coincidence made their eyes sparkle, and they started confirming their travel schedules and accommodations with each other.

Looking around the classroom, the other classmates were also excitedly discussing their travel plans.

They say the anticipation of a trip is the most enjoyable part, and it really is.

I can hardly wait.

However, most of the destinations I hear about are overseas. There doesn't seem to be anyone in this school who goes to the beaches of Chiba or Kanagawa...

Those were the regular spots for my family in my previous life.

Ah, I miss the grilled corn I ate by the sea in Boso. *licks lips*

"By the way, did you hear? Daitokuji-sama is going to the Mediterranean."

Shizuka lowered her voice, as if sharing a special piece of information with a smile.

Oh, the Mediterranean.

"Apparently, he'll be staying at a Daitokuji Group hotel and won't be in Japan for most of the summer. I can't bear not seeing him for a whole month."

Kikuno answered, looking happy about the topic of the emperor but sad about not seeing him.

"Ensho-sama is going with him, right? Oh, I wish I could go to the Mediterranean with them."

Even though they are in different classes, they have a solid grasp of Daitokuji's information. Impressive fan network.

When I expressed my admiration, "You two really know a lot," they said, "Of course, we should know this much."

I see.

However, Ensho Ensho is also going on a long trip with the emperor.

Those two have been really close since they were young.

In "You Are My Dolce," Ensho Ensho appears as the emperor's childhood friend and best friend, supporting the relationship between the protagonist and the emperor.

He is one of the few people who can talk to the emperor on equal terms and even advised the emperor when the protagonist and the emperor had a falling out.

While the emperor exudes a cold and intimidating presence, Ensho skillfully mediates between the emperor and others with his gentle smile, making him a popular character among readers for his healing nature.

He was also treated as the emperor's wife by yaoi fans...

However, he can be quite strict with those he deems a threat to his best friend, the emperor, sometimes even more ruthless than the emperor himself.

Of course, Rika Shouka was also considered an enemy and was cut off several times.

Now, whenever I see Ensho and the emperor together at Petit Pivoine or in the hallway, they are always together, just like the characters in the manga.

I believe they were in the same kindergarten too.

If it were just about looks, I would have been a fan of Ensho.

In color illustrations, he had honey-colored hair and looked like a prince.

When I first saw Ensho Ensho at the elementary school, I was surprised that his hair was black.

Of course, that makes sense. Without a half-Japanese background, it's impossible to have such hair color.

I'm looking forward to seeing when he dyes his hair to that honey color and how the people around him will react. I'm grinning to myself in anticipation.

By the way, does this school's code of conduct allow hair dyeing?

At Pivoine, a traditional summer party is held during the break.

While the main event is for the main school, we at Petit Pivoine also receive invitations, and the salon has been abuzz with talk about the party recently.

The girls are discussing their dresses with each other.

I'm also excited about this summer party.

It sounds so much fun!

The glittering venue, the beautiful ladies in their dresses, and the gentlemen escorting them.

People dancing the waltz in the center of the hall.

It looks fun just to watch!

The summer party in the manga was depicted as a glamorous event.

But it's also where the protagonist is harassed by Rika Shouka and her friends...

I'm reminded of the unpleasant memories.

Well, it's fine. I'll focus on the fun things.

I heard that Daitokuji Masaya won't be in Japan this year, so I'll take advantage of this opportunity to enjoy Pivoine!