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odorekijinchapter one
[Manor’s Dining Hall]
Chloe: These garments truly are majestic. I mean, just looking at everyone in those gorgeous outfits is making my heart race…
Chloe: (The ribbon adorning White’s chest, or Arthur’s asymmetrical suit! They’re all so, so stylish! )
(Ahhh, how much I wish I could get a closer look at their clothes…)
Nero: Oh, hey, Mr. Tailor? Ya look pretty fidgety, you good?
Chloe: Oh, Nero! Great timing!
Nero: …Huuuh, so whatcha pullin’ on my clothes for, exactly?
Chloe: Such crisp and clean stitches… I see, that’s the kind of fabric they picked for the lining…
Nero: Ah, ‘kay, I shoulda figured that was what you were after. Ya coulda just asked, Mr. Tailor.
Chloe: …
Nero: Huh, hellooo? Ya with me, tailor-boy?
Chloe: Wah! Um, yes, what is it?
Nero: Nah, forget it, I understood whatcha wanted from me already—but t’ make it easier on me, give me a heads up before you start pullin’ at me next time, ‘kay?
Chloe: S-sorry! I was caught up in my thoughts and...
Nero: Haha... Toldja, I dun’ mind. Though wouldn’t it be way easier to look at the clothes you’re wearin’ to study ‘em up close ‘n personal?
Chloe: I guess you’re right... I was too mesmerised by these outfits to even realise I was wearing the same one.
Thank you for the suggestion, Nero—and sorry, I ended up interrupting your meal.
Nero: Dun’ worry about it. I’d be the last person to blame ya, really, I get you...
Chloe: What?
chapter two
[Manor’s Dining Hall]
Chloe: When you say you “get me”, what do you...
Nero: I mean that I get all up in ma head the exact same way as you do whenever I eat somethin’ cooked by someone else.
I like to imagine what sorta secret ingredient or seasoning was used, the kinda twist I’d add if I was the one in the kitchen, y’know?
Chloe: Yeah, totally! Finding new approaches is super interesting!
It also motivates me to get even better at my craft. I get, like, way too much inspiration...
…Ehehe, I’m glad that we can talk about that sort of thing together. Thank you Nero, that makes me really happy.
Nero: Haha, I’m glad then.
Chloe: Um, that being said… I may have another favour to ask…
Nero: Hm?
Chloe: I was wondering if I could take another look at your outfit, if that’s okay.
Nero: Fine by me, but try not to flip it in ‘n out ‘n strip me in front of everyone, a’right?
While I dun’ mind, I’m pretty sure our shenanigans would look weird to everyone else.
Chloe: Ahaha, I’m sure it would! All right, I’ll be careful.
Well then, may I ask you to take a few steps in front of me? I want to check on the stretchiness of your slacks.
Nero: You got it—how’s that? Good enough?
Chloe: Yes, just like that, thank you! …Hm-hm, I see, so that’s how that seam falls…
Chloe: …
Nero: You all right, Mr. Tailor?
Chloe: Aaah! I've got such a rush of inspiration, I want to sew new outfits right away!
Tell me, Nero, what kind of clothes would you like to wear next?
episode story
“Similarities Between Fellow Artisans”
[Manor’s Dining Hall]
Chloe: What a nice fabric, light enough to go up and down the stairs with ease, although… I feel like it would be prone to wrinkling…?
Akira: Is anything wrong with the Snow Market’s outfits, Chloe?
Chloe: Master Sage! I was just looking through them to use as references since they use so many techniques that I don’t usually apply!
Akira: I see... They really are superb.
They’re stylish and they suit everyone perfectly... I can see why you would want to use them as references.
Chloe: You can definitely feel the tailor’s fashion sense just by looking at them; I hope I can sew outfits like that one day.
Akira: Your creations are just as wonderful, Chloe. We all can see the feelings you pour into tailoring outfits that would match everyone’s individuality.
Chloe: Thank you, Master Sage! Ehehe, I’m embarrassed now.
Actually, I got to chat with Nero for a while, and it’s thanks to him that I’m filled with motivation at the moment.
Akira: With Nero? What did you two talk about?
Chloe: Hmmm, how should I put it... In short, we want to create the best piece we can in our respective fields!
Akira: (Chloe is glowing with joy... Nero, the chef, and Chloe, the tailor—both of them must have had great anecdotes to tell the other.)
Chloe: I’ll make sure that everyone in the Manor always looks dashing in the outfits I create!
home line
“Whenever I hear some good news, I always have to share it with someone! Do you mind listening to me for a little while? So, this morning…”
