[CH.48] Summer Beach Recreation (Part 3)
"We're almost there!"
I asked Nishina-san to inform the manager.
If I take the next turn, we should arrive at the manager's apartment.
I haven't seen the manager's apartment before, as I got out of the taxi first during the welcome party...
What I saw when we arrived was a clean, almost newly built apartment building. It seemed to be around 10 stories tall. As expected of the manager, they live in a nice place.
"Wow, it's big."
"I've been here once before, and the rooms are spacious!"
We parked in the spacious parking lot.
"The manager is from Hamayama too, right? So, they don't get rent assistance?"
"Yeah, but you see, the manager makes quite a bit through asset management."
They often read about stock market movements and economic magazines during breaks.
They mentioned studying economics in college and seem to have a knack for it.
It's a different kind of side job compared to me...
"Good morning!"
"Good morning!"
"Oh!"
I wanted to follow Nishina-san's lead and greet the manager, but I got a little flustered, and my voice choked up. The manager, with a trendy hat, sunglasses, and dressed in designer clothes, looked like a capable and stylish woman.
It suited them so well, it was incredible. They had that mature woman vibe.
"Wow, Hanamura-kun, you're driving such an expensive luxury sedan."
"I, um, got it at a discount from an acquaintance. There's no way I could afford it with my salary."
"Is this car really that expensive?"
"For this model, it's over ten million yen."
"W-what, over ten million!?"
Nishina-san looked astonished. As expected of the manager, they know their stuff... I thought it was a good deal and bought it, but it seems I dug my own grave...
"Maybe I should consider getting a new car too."
The manager lounged back in the rear seat.
"You, too, Manager, are dressed in designer clothes."
"It's only natural to keep the economy moving. I have a budget for using such things, so there's no problem."
The manager's bag, clothes, and accessories were all branded items. Even the suits they usually wear are custom-made, showing just how skilled and accomplished they are.
I can see that, but...
When I kept staring at the manager with that sense of unease, they noticed.
"Hey, Hanamura-kun, Nishina, don't be shy. Go ahead and say it."
Nishina-san glanced at me briefly. She noticed it too.
Alright, I'll say it.
"Can't you do something about those high platform boots?"
"You're so noisy! I can't change my height with money, so there's no helping it!"
I knew it, they got mad!
The manager, who is only around 150 centimeters tall, is indeed petite. I was surprised because they wore extremely tall boots. It's way too much.
"If only I were as tall as Hinata... Then I wouldn't have to go through these humiliating experiences."
"But even when you're all dressed up for work and looking sharp, Manager, you still look cool and tall. You don't need to show off like this; you're amazing as you are."
"Hmph, well, fine then."
Despite their tone, their voice sounded a bit gentler. I'm glad they've improved their mood.
"Nishina, you should wear something nicer. The fabric is good, so you shouldn't keep wearing those student-like clothes."
"Aww, even though I care about it! Unlike the manager, I don't have money!"
"You should use your salary for hobbies, or else you won't be able to make expensive purchases. Right, Hanamura-kun?"
"Well, I don't have that much money either, so I can't relate."
"The rent for your apartment is higher than mine, but I wonder where your source of income comes from~"
As expected from the manager, sharp as ever.
But I can't reveal my career as a writer...
"Hanamura, you shouldn't do anything dangerous!"
"I'm not!"
"Is what you're doing something you can tell your parents, family, siblings, or friends about~?"
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Just the profession of being a writer is fine to reveal, but when it comes to the content of my works, I'd rather not disclose that. My parents know about my career as a writer, but they don't understand it, so they don't know the details. I don't even want to think about my relatives getting their hands on my fetish collections and spreading it around...
Anyway,
"Next, we're going to Kuhou-san's place!"
"Hehe, it's a fun recreational activity today, after all. I'll stop teasing you for now."
Phew... the manager's retorts are too strong...
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