This specific mall Hikari and Asuka brought you to was extremely crowded.

The food court smelled delicious; fried fish and cute pastries. Mascots danced up and down in front of their given store, catching the eyes and attention of eager children. You enjoyed your time so far. Given your work schedule at NERV, you hardly had time for yourself.

Hikari excitedly gripped your arm, showing you the different merchandise from the latest hit show she always talked about on TV. Asuka had wandered off, mentioning something about 'wanting to look nice for Kaji'.

Hikari had eagerly reassured you that, yes, you were allowed to buy whatever you wanted. Clothes, food, accessories -- anything you desired.

"I don't mind how much it costs," she grinned at you. "Honestly. Buy whatever you'd like!"