Kyoto: I just want to be a gentleman

Where is Nishii Satomi?

As soon as Watanabe Hideyuki thought of this thought, he heard rustling sounds coming from the kitchen, accompanied by the crisp sound of the spatula hitting the bottom of the pot.

He got out of bed and walked across the hallway toward the kitchen.

I saw Nishii Satomi wearing an apron and concentrating on stir-frying the food in the wok. The sunlight slanted in from the kitchen window, shining on her serious profile, making her look particularly peaceful and beautiful.

"Good morning, Rimi." Watanabe greeted softly.

Nishii Satomi turned her head and showed a bright smile: "Good morning, Xiuxing! You're awake, just in time, breakfast is almost ready, come and eat."

very nice.

There is breakfast as soon as you wake up.

He walked to the dining table and looked at the delicious breakfast on the table, which made him hungry. Fried eggs, bacon, toast, and a cup of hot milk were simple but rich.

This time, Watanabe Hideyuki learned his lesson. Before picking up the chopsticks, he asked, "Where's Grandpa?"

"You got up too late. He finished eating a long time ago." Nishii Satomi replied with a smile and handed Watanabe a pair of chopsticks. "Grandpa went to the town to buy things today, so we don't have to wait for him."

"It looks delicious!" exclaimed Watanabe Hideyuki.

"Try it quickly and see if it suits your taste." Nishii Satomi said with a smile.

Watanabe Hideyuki picked up a piece of fried egg and put it in his mouth to taste it carefully. The fried egg tasted fresh and tender, and the taste was just right...

...

After finishing breakfast, the two people with bloated stomachs lay on the tatami in the bedroom, looking up at the ceiling.

"What should I do?" Nishii Satomi said to herself.

Watanabe Hideyuki on the side seemed to be lost in thought, and after a long while he replied: "Hmm... lose weight? It seems we really need to lose weight..."

Nishii Rimi smiled, with a hint of teasing in her eyes: "How to lose weight?"

Watanabe Hideyuki thought about it and suggested: "Maybe, we can start doing some exercise? This way we can burn calories and exercise our bodies..."

"For example?"

"For example, we can try some more intimate exercises." Watanabe Hideyuki looked at her with anticipation in his eyes.

Amid Nishii Rimi's screams, he decisively turned over and threw her to the ground.

Nishii Rimi felt a mixture of surprise and shyness, her heartbeat accelerated instantly, and her face flushed.

Although Watanabe Hideyuki's actions were sudden, Nishii Satomi did not feel uncomfortable or panicked.

Nishii Satomi felt the hot breath exhaled by Watanabe Hideyuki. He was sucking the sweet juice in her mouth, greedily grabbing the breath that belonged to her.

As their tongues continued to entangle, the breathing of the two became more and more rapid. Kitano Chiharu could even hear Watanabe Hideyuki's breathing and heartbeat.

I don't know how long it took, but the two separated from each other.

"Let's go to the shrine." Nishii Satomi said softly.

"Okay." Watanabe Hideyuki answered, he stood up, rubbed his messy hair in front of the mirror, and then reached out his hand to Nishii Rimi. She smiled and held it, using the force to stand up.

"Leave a note for Grandpa, tell him we won't be back at noon." Nishii Rimi said, tearing a piece of paper from the notepad and writing the message neatly. She carefully posted the note on the door of the bookstore, making sure it was eye-catching enough for Grandpa to see it.

After writing the note, the two walked out of the bookstore hand in hand.

Today's weather is exceptionally bright, and the sun shines like a golden ribbon, rendering the whole town warm and bright. The sky is a deep blue, without a single cloud blocking it, as if a huge sapphire is embedded in the sky. This pure blue gives people a relaxed and happy feeling, as if all the troubles have disappeared at this moment.

The breeze blew gently, bringing with it the fresh scent of grass and trees, making people feel refreshed. This breeze was neither fast nor slow, just enough to blow away the summer heat, giving people a pleasant cool feeling. The trees on both sides of the street swayed gently in the breeze, and the leaves made a rustling sound, as if whispering.

The sunlight shines through the gaps in the leaves, forming mottled light and shadows that dot the ground, like a beautiful light and shadow painting. These light and shadows change constantly with the movement of the sun, adding a dynamic beauty to the town.

Watanabe Hideyuki kept walking and walking under the involvement of Nishii Satomi.

I don’t know how long I walked.

"Are we almost there?" Watanabe Hideyuki couldn't help but ask.

"It's almost there, don't worry." Nishii Satomi replied with a smile.

A long time passed.

"Almost there?"

"almost."

Another fifteen minutes passed, and this time Watanabe Hideyuki remembered the time. He decided to ask once every fifteen minutes on average.

"Almost there?"

"It's really almost there, Hideyuki, I promise." Nishii Satomi still kept smiling.

"Are you sure you're not taking the wrong road?" Watanabe Hideyuki asked half-jokingly.

"Of course not, you have to believe me." Nishii Satomi answered firmly, pointing ahead, "Look, it's on that hill."

Watanabe Hideyuki looked in the direction she pointed, and saw a small hill in front of him.

Although the hill is not high, the lush trees and winding paths add a bit of mystery and charm to it; behind the hill, a corner of an ancient building can be vaguely seen, exuding a peaceful and solemn atmosphere under the sunlight. That should be their destination this time - the shrine.

They continued to walk hand in hand. Although the mountain road under their feet was not steep, the unique terrain had its own charming charm. The mountain road was winding, like an elegant ribbon, deftly shuttling through the quiet mountains and forests, as if it was a maze carefully arranged by the god of nature.

The trees along the way are dense and lush, forming a vibrant forest. The lush green leaves are stacked layer upon layer, like a natural screen, holding up a bunch of bright green parasols for those walking on the mountain road. Under this green shelter, even if the sun is scorching, you can still feel a little cool, as if you are in a natural summer resort.

Occasionally, a gentle mountain breeze passes by, blowing gently over the treetops, bringing with it waves of rustling branches and leaves, as if it were the whisper of nature. The mountain breeze also brings with it the fresh scent of grass and wood, which penetrates deeply into the heart and lungs, as if it can wash away the dust in the soul, making people feel unprecedented relaxation and joy.

It was obvious that Nishii Satomi knew this mountain road very well. She walked lightly, as if she was walking on flat ground, and took Watanabe Hideyuki through the lush green forest with ease.

About half an hour passed.

The two finally reached the summit.

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Chapter 178: Four Countries Journey (V)

(Not determined)

Hidden on the top of this towering mountain is a dilapidated shrine.

It stands quietly in an ancient forest, as if it were a corner forgotten by time.

The outline of the shrine is looming in the mist, appearing both mysterious and solemn.

The roof of the shrine was covered with moss, and dappled sunlight shone through the gaps between the wooden boards, shining on the rotten eaves and faded doors.

When the wind blows, the tiles on the roof make a rustling sound, as if telling the vicissitudes of time.

Although the halls inside the shrine are dilapidated, they still maintain a solemn atmosphere.

There are some broken murals hanging on the walls, depicting ancient myths and sacrificial scenes.

In the center of the hall stands an ancient statue. Although its face has become blurred, one can still feel its former sacredness and majesty.

"Is this the shrine we are going to?" Watanabe Hideyuki asked in surprise.

"Yes, it's here." Nishii Satomi replied, her eyes moving around the shrine with an indescribable awe and solemnity.

Watanabe Hideyuki looked around the dilapidated shrine. The murals on the walls were broken but still colorful. The ancient myths and sacrificial scenes seemed to be telling stories of the past. Every stroke was so vivid that it seemed to bring people back to that mysterious and ancient era.

Although the face of the statue in the center of the hall is blurred, its solemn and sacred temperament makes people respect it. The mottled marks on the statue are like the marks of time, witnessing its former glory and current silence.

The air is filled with a light scent of sandalwood, which echoes the ancient atmosphere of the shrine. Occasionally, wisps of smoke rise from the corners of the hall, as if it is the response of the gods, or the lingering sound of past sacrifices.

"There are usually few people coming here, right?" Watanabe Hideyuki broke the silence. He noticed that besides them, there were only two or three old people praying silently in the shrine.

"Yes, this place is quite remote, and young people nowadays don't attach much importance to these traditional beliefs." Nishii Rimi said softly, with a hint of regret in her tone, "But for me, this is a place where I can find peace of mind."

Watanabe Hideyuki nodded, and his eyes swept across the slightly dilapidated shrine again. In the corner of the hall, a few beams of soft sunlight shone through the windows, casting mottled shadows on the elderly people who were kneeling quietly, forming a quiet and solemn picture.

"Indeed, the pace of life nowadays is too fast, and few people can calm down and feel this tranquility," said Hideyuki Watanabe with emotion.

The two of them stood side by side, and Nishii Satomi gently held Watanabe Hideyuki's hand, "You know, when I was a child, I often came here with my grandfather to pray. At that time, the shrine was still very lively, and grand festivals were held during festivals. Although there are fewer people now, the sacredness of this place has not diminished."

Watanabe Hideyuki held her hand in return, "I can feel it. There seems to be a power here that can make people put aside distractions and focus on their own hearts."

They stood quietly in the shrine, closed their eyes, and felt the rare tranquility and peace. The sandalwood scent in the air and the occasional sound of wind chimes seemed to be telling ancient myths and legends.

After a while, Nishii Satomi opened her eyes and looked at Watanabe Hideyuki, "Thank you for coming here with me. I haven't felt such peace for a long time."

Watanabe Hideyuki smiled and responded: "Me too. This place is really special. It makes people feel that time has slowed down."

It was almost three o'clock in the afternoon when the two men walked back to the town from the shrine.

The sunlight slanted down onto the cobblestone road in the small town, casting mottled light and shadows.

They walked side by side, their steps looked a little tired, but their faces were filled with satisfied and peaceful smiles.

However, as time went on, a strange feeling began to creep in. Watanabe Hideyuki's stomach made a "gurgling" sound, and he touched his stomach awkwardly and looked at Nishii Satomi.

Nishii Satomi also felt the invasion of hunger, and her stomach also made protest sounds.

"It seems like we are all hungry." Watanabe Hideyuki said with a wry smile.

"Yeah, I haven't eaten anything since morning, so I should find something to eat." Nishii Satomi responded, with a hint of hunger in her eyes.

"What to eat?" asked Watanabe Hideyuki.

"Ramen!" Nishii Satomi answered decisively, and a desire for delicious food flashed in her eyes.

Watanabe Hideyuki smiled, "Ramen, that's indeed a good choice."

They began to look for a nearby ramen shop, and after walking a few streets, they saw an antique ramen shop. On the curtain hanging at the door, the word "ramen" was written in large Chinese characters. The shop was steaming and exuding an enticing aroma.

The two walked into the store and chose a seat by the window. The store was bustling with customers enjoying the food in front of them, which made Watanabe and Nishii feel even hungrier.

Soon, two bowls of steaming ramen were served on the table. The rich broth, springy noodles, and chopped green onions and sesame seeds sprinkled on top all looked so tempting.

Watanabe Hideyuki picked up a piece of noodles with chopsticks, blew it gently, and then put it into his mouth.

The elasticity of the noodles and the deliciousness of the soup immediately burst out in his mouth, making him unable to help but let out a satisfied moan.

Nishii Satomi was also immersed in the delicious taste of ramen. While tasting the noodles, she nodded in appreciation, "The ramen in this restaurant is really delicious, the soup base is rich, and the noodles are chewy."

Her face was filled with a satisfied smile, as if the enjoyment of her taste buds at this moment was her greatest happiness.

The two ate and chatted, talking about each other's interesting stories and future dreams.

In this rare leisure time, they seem to have forgotten the hustle and bustle of the outside world and just want to immerse themselves in this beautiful atmosphere.