Chapter 5: The First Business Deal
"Sō-san, don't like the food?"
Masatsuki Aozaki glanced at Sōjun Kuchiki, who sighed softly, then shifted his gaze to the nearby table reserved for teachers.
The long table was adorned with exquisitely carved food boxes, clearly from an esteemed household. Servants stood attentively by, bowing as they carefully arranged the boxes in perfect order.
As the heir of the Kuchiki family—one of the Four Noble Families—Sōjun Kuchiki embodied nobility in every aspect, even in something as simple as dining. The difference between a true aristocrat and someone like Masatsuki, a self-made "rich man," was apparent at a glance.
Compared to this refined young master, the so-called "luxurious meal" Masatsuki and his friends were enjoying barely deserved the title.
"Well, Masatsuki, you can call me Kuchiki-sensei or Sōjun-sensei, but 'Sō-san' isn't quite right." Sōjun Kuchiki offered a warm smile and gestured invitingly.
"Help yourself to whatever you'd like."
Is this really the so-called "perfect gentleman" Sōjun Kuchiki? He's almost too kind.
He wasn't as strict as his father, Ginrei Kuchiki, nor as cold and distant as his son, Byakuya Kuchiki.
Masatsuki silently marveled at the difference but spoke with genuine admiration.
"You're truly a generous person. Well then, we won't hold back."