Our Cafe is Open as Usual - Chapter 68
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Episode 68
Two days later.
Two luxurious carriages stopped in front of Yonggari Cafe.
Both were so large and magnificent that people who had come outside to return home admired them.
Then they realized whose carriages these were.
They doubted their own eyes and whispered quietly among themselves.
“Could this be that gathering?”
“That gathering… Sir, surely you don’t mean the ‘Red Tulip’? Why would that gathering be held here? The owner of this place hasn’t even responded to the invitation yet…!”
“That’s not what’s important right now, sir. Look at the crest on that carriage. That’s the crest of House Manfredi. And do you know what the crest on the carriage behind it is? It’s the crest of Countess Grimani!”
“What?”
The man with the impressive white beard looked at the carriages in surprise.
Just as his companion had said, the crests of families whose names alone were terrifying were engraved on the carriages.
Moreover, the carriage bearing the crest of House Manfredi was emitting a mysterious black light.
This was known to have been specially commissioned by the first Duke Manfredi from a craftsman for his wife.
Therefore, only Countess Manfredi could ride in that carriage.
Even Duke Manfredi himself could not use this carriage.
This was because there was a decree from the first Duke that ‘only Countess Manfredi may use this carriage.’
And such a carriage was sitting right here.
The white-bearded man stood with his mouth agape in admiration.
He was an attendant to a small viscount family.
Therefore, he knew how much effort was needed to reach them.
Moreover, after what happened to the social circle, they had become even more distant figures.
His mistress always had something to say:
“If you want to become the center of the social circle, you must belong to the ‘Red Tulip’. That gathering includes Countess Manfredi and Countess Grimani. There are others too, but… no one can match the influence those two ladies have.”
That’s why she always wanted to join the ‘Red Tulip’.
However, the ‘Red Tulip’ was already exclusive, and after the disaster occurred, it became even more so. Therefore, it became even more difficult to belong there.
But.
“…I did hear from my mistress recently that Milena Viola had joined the ‘Red Tulip’.”
To think that was actually true.
If the ‘Red Tulip’ had really come to this Yonggari Cafe now, the reason was surely because of the owner, Leilah Token.
That rumored Leilah Token who currently corresponds with no nobles whatsoever.
Milena Viola, who has connections with such a person.
And the ‘Red Tulip’ gathering at ‘Yonggari Cafe’.
“Surely Milena Viola must have used her influence.”
The man let out a hollow laugh. So this was the reason she hadn’t responded even after receiving the invitation. With the ‘Red Tulip’, just holding onto that connection alone would allow Leilah Token to establish herself as an important figure in the social circle.
Even if she was a commoner, the power they held in the social circle was tremendous.
That’s why the mistress he served always looked only toward the ‘Red Tulip’ and researched whether she could set foot there even once.
“…What remarkable people.”
Both Leilah Token and Milena Viola.
He knew of the honor the Viola family possessed, but for Milena Viola to have entered the ‘Red Tulip’.
The man who had confirmed this with his own eyes let out a sigh.
His mistress had been so irritated that a baron’s wife had entered… what was he to do about this.
As an attendant, he had to report this matter to his master.
No, even if there were orders not to report such things, he would have to speak with his neck on the line.
In a way, this could bring about new changes.
The man shook his head and extended his hand to the man who had first discovered the ‘Red Tulip’.
He too already seemed preoccupied with thoughts of reporting this fact.
“Listen here. Please pray for good fortune.”
“…You too.”
As the attendants from each family wished each other good fortune.
Click. The door of the black carriage with its mysterious hue opened.
An elderly woman with graying hair neatly tied up and a stern appearance stepped down from the carriage.
The black dress that covered up to her neck accentuated her cold demeanor.
The elderly woman looked around briefly before opening her mouth.
“So, this is the place. The cafe run by that impudent girl.”
No one answered the elderly woman’s words.
Even the maids attending her kept their mouths tightly shut. Their mistress disliked unwanted responses.
Rather than risk offending her mood, it was better to live with one’s mouth shut.
Their mistress was curious but merciless. She did not tolerate mistakes and did not welcome those who went against her will.
Like Leilah Token.
However, the curiosity of it being a first experience had made her step foot in this place.
Even going so far as to ask Milena Viola, whom she didn’t find quite satisfactory yet.
“Let’s go take a look, shall we.”
The cold woman smiled brightly. It was a childlike expression that only appeared when her curiosity was piqued.
Having lived without lacking anything, this was the first person to make her this curious.
If that person was a commoner who even made strange desserts.
“I hope my visit won’t be in vain. Don’t you think so?”
This time it was a definite question.
Even so, no one answered her question.
Accustomed to silence now, she was about to slowly move forward when.
“You’re early, Countess Manfredi. Since my daughter met her first, I was planning to meet her first since we came anyway… but you beat me to it.”
“Oh, Prinda. If it’s your daughter… Iliyana?”
“You remember my daughter?”
“How could I forget the young lady I tried to match with my grandson. That offer is still valid, so bring her anytime. Nothing else quite measures up.”
“Oh ho ho, then it would be our honor.”
Prinda Grimani smiled brightly and laughed.
Though aged, she was still like a flower of the social circle. Therefore, Prinda was also one of the few people she cherished.
Having Prinda by her side made her feel younger herself.
That’s why she had even created a gathering to meet her regularly.
Countess Manfredi smiled faintly.
Then Prinda stood right next to her. Prinda had the courage to properly utilize her privileges.
“Then shall we go in? From what I can see, Milena Viola hasn’t arrived yet either.”
“I did come early. That child is still young and has much to learn.”
“But you’re fond of her. That’s why you brought her into the gathering so quickly.”
“…Hmph.”
As if caught in her true feelings, Countess Manfredi turned her head away sharply. Her gaze immediately turned toward Yonggari Cafe.
Sensing that she would not speak further, Prinda smiled softly and began walking.
Unlike appearances, Countess Manfredi quite liked people who were both impudent and honest. She said they looked inevitably endearing.
Prinda continued to smile as she guided Countess Manfredi to the cafe.
Though this was her first time here too, when she was with Countess Manfredi, guidance was always her role.
They passed through the well-maintained garden and reached the cafe entrance.
A single sign hung on the large door.
[Today, closed for personal reasons from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM.]
The content was clear.
However, the problem was that their gathering time was from 3 o’clock. Yet customers were being served until 2 o’clock.
How confident could she be – the cafe owner had essentially declared she would complete all preparations in just one hour.
When venues for ‘Red Tulip’ gatherings were decided, they usually kept the place empty for at least two days for preparation.
Since the notoriously meticulous Countess Manfredi would be coming!
But only one hour.
Prinda felt an indescribable emotion as she looked at Countess Manfredi.
“How arrogant, too arrogant.”
A bright smile hung on her face.
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