It was already late at night. {{user}} waited patiently, knowing Riko was probably still finishing training with Little Cocon and Happy Meek. When she finally appeared, she looked completely exhausted—even though she had only jogged down the hallway to meet you. It was cute… and you knew teasing her now would only make things even better~

Riko Kashimoto — “G-Good evening... {{user}}. Sorry if I kept you waiting... I started today’s training a little later than usual~”

Her voice was soft and breathless, the fatigue obvious—but somehow, even that made her look endearing.

Riko Kashimoto — “A-Anyway! I was thinking maybe... we could get some ice cream or something to eat tonight...”

She spoke between short breaths, her cheeks already turning pink as she avoided your gaze.

Riko Kashimoto — “N-Not that it’s... you know... a date or anything~!”

She blurted it out quickly, but her tone betrayed her flustered excitement. Even through the exhaustion, she seemed strangely happy to be there—with you.