Part 2

(...I said that, but this is harder than I thought. It feels like I’ll accidentally stab myself if I’m not careful…)

…

(What do I do? Ryui-kun looks like he’s concentrating, so I don’t want to bother him.)

(But wow, he’s really a pro at this, the finished bracelet looks so nice. If only I could get a tip from him…)

Hey, do you have any tips?

Huh? What’s with you all a sudden.

Well, I just thought your’s looked really pretty… and wondered if there was a tip, or trick to doing this.

A trick? Not really. ‘S not like you need to be fast about it or anything. We’re not in a rush either. You better not go around knocking things over just ‘cause you’re impatient.

(Upon closer inspection, he’s holding the band between his middle and ring finger.)

(Oh, so it’s easier to thread if you hold the tip of it straight…!)

Hm? You tryin’ to imitate me? Not bad. Do it if you can.

G-Got it, I’ll do my best!

(I could steal his technique, but it’s actually quite difficult to pull off…)

I mean, I wouldn’t be in business if just anyone could do this. Who cares if you fuck it up.

Urgh, you have a point…

(I guess it’s less common to get it on your first try… Alright.)

Leave it there when you’re done.

You’re finished already…!

It'd be fucking sad if I wasn't. We’ve been moving at different paces.

(Ryui-kun’s good with his hands, and the pattern is gorgeous…!)

(He might have a foul mouth, but it’s pretty cool how he’s able to make such pretty things as well.)

J-Just a bit more…!

…

D-Done…!

(Though it’s deformed, as expected…)

Pretty good for your first try, I guess.

Really…!?

B-u-t, still too ugly to be put up for sale.

Haha…

‘Kay, we’re done here. Your shift’s over now. Get going.

Yup, thanks.

…Mm. And here, take this.

Wait, isn’t this the expensive raisin sandwich from the Acura Hotel…!?

Toi was craving some, so I picked it up on the way back.

Ah, so it’s a gift for Toi? And you want me to give it to him?

The fuck? I’d hand it over to him myself if that’s the case! You think I’d let you see Toi’s smile?

? Then why…

(...Ah, wait, I don't want to assume anything, but is it for me…!?)

…It’s thanks for looking after this place while I was gone.

In that case, thanks. I’ll eat it later.

Oh.

(He might be awkward, but he’s actually a good person, I think.)

(Alright, next up on the Night Team's message list, Ryui-kun.)

(I wonder if he’s at MIRACULOUS? Can’t hurt to take a look.)

(Hm? Toi-kun’s also here.)

Ani-sama, the raisin sandwich you gave me the other day was super delicious. Thanks!

I’m glad you enjoyed it. Seeing your smile made my day.

I’ve always wanted to try that store, but every time I go, it’s sold out.

If you liked it, I’ll go as many times as you want.

Yay! Thanks! But next time, I wanna go buy it together.

(They’re as chummy as ever. Ah! That’s the bracelet I made—)

Hm? Is this a new item? It’s in a pretty noticeable place…

Ahh, that’s a custom-made order.

It’s a bit different from your usual products, but it’s very neat!

(He said it was ugly, but he put it at the front of the store… I guess this is Ryui-kun’s own way of showing kindness?)