Chapter 68
Then Kibon responded with a completely serious expression.
“If that’s what you’re worried about, I can leave the bill with you, Minister.”
“...No, forget it.”
My attempt at mocking a foreigner had failed. In these kinds of conversations, the one who doesn’t understand always wins.
Anyway, that’s how we leisurely arrived at the restaurant and placed our orders.
‘Hmm...’
I hadn’t noticed when we were eating in a rush earlier, but Kibon’s table manners were impeccable.
“Kibon.”
Unable to suppress my curiosity, I opened my mouth first.
“Where did you learn Imperial dining etiquette? It’s seriously impressive.”
Kibon looked slightly flustered.
Moments like this were one of the perks of being a superior—I didn’t need to grovel with “I apologize if I was being rude.”