I Quit My Job and Run a Café - Chapter 56



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Episode 56

When we caught the garden thief, we discovered a storage and ripening room.

I could only say that this was pure luck.

If I hadn’t followed that troublemaker around for fun to see what he was up to, I probably would never have known.

Besides, if I hadn’t used my glasses to see the brownie, I would have just thought it was an ordinary cave. I might have even blocked it.

anyway.

“If you asked me, I would have just given it to you, but I wondered why you stole it. You even saved it?”

Beep… … .

Somehow the rabbit’s ears drooped gloomily.

I don’t think he said anything in particular, but seeing him like that makes me think I did something wrong.

“No, it’s okay if you take a little bit since you have a share in the garden too.”

I made excuses that weren’t excuses for nothing.

By the way, didn’t the rabbit help the crops in the garden grow?

Most of the balls were auras, but anyway, I acknowledged the balls that were spread while guiding.

So, it was okay to just keep a few crops like this.

beep?

The rabbit raised its head as if it had roughly understood the nuance. Then, it suddenly went into its hole.

Rustle! Rustle!

I could hear the guy inside moving busily.

I don’t know what you’re doing.

‘I can’t keep using immersion in the dog.’

The immersion stopped because of the aura consumption. Naturally, the text window was no longer visible. At that moment, I was starting to feel a little frustrated.

A rabbit that had been moving around busily on its own in the hole it had just entered came out.

beep!

And then he handed me something he had in his mouth.

“Huh? Eggplant, tomato, zucchini?”

These were the things he took.

Are you saying I should return it since I got caught?

No, I don’t intend to take what you already took… … I was about to push it back in, saying it wasn’t necessary, but the rabbit shook its head.

To be exact, it felt like they were stirring it up. It was as if they were having a conversation.

‘He’s not usually that smart, but he really understands what I say, doesn’t he?’

Anyway, I really had no intention of taking this back.

Beep!

But they keep saying they’ll give it to me.

“Okay. Thank you.”

I have no choice but to accept it.

I don’t know how much I saved, but the condition looked good. So I went back to the cafe and checked.

[Eggplant (ripened)]

*effect

─Increased nutrients through ‘ripening effect’

─Increased immunity when consumed due to ‘ripening effect’

[Pumpkin (ripened)]

*effect

─Sweetness increases without being sweet due to the ‘ripening effect’

─Improved absorption rate of vitamins in the body through ‘ripening effect’

“uh?”

I saw something strange.

Aging effect? ​​Aging in a rabbit hole?

So the effect is also improved… … .

I also looked at the tomatoes and found that the effect was different from before.

[Nutrient-rich tomatoes (ripened)]

*effect

─Increased vitality recharge with ‘maturation effect’

─Increased antioxidant effect due to ‘ripening effect’

It didn’t seem like a normal rabbit, but I didn’t expect something like this.

This guy was not only good for raising, he was also a very good partner.

“Good job, rabbit.”

beep!

“You’re better than that bum over there.”

Hanryang was referring to the rascal who was rolling around on the roof.

Of course, he also had his own role to play. When guests came, he welcomed them and made them feel comfortable both physically and mentally.

The problem is that it only happens when I feel like it.

In contrast, how honest is this rabbit.

Even though I didn’t ask you to, you’re already maturing it like this.

It was almost rude to keep calling it a rabbit.

“Now that I think about it, there’s no name.”

beep?

“What should I name you?”

I wonder if I can give it a name before that… … .

He often comes to the garden to play and plays with Lang. I think it’s okay to think of him as a nickname that’s easy for me to call him.

‘What would be good?’

The storage room and the rabbit… …because of that.

“Tori. How about Tori in your name?”

Beep? Beep!

You think it’s good?

I also laughed at the sight of the rabbit jumping around after hearing that, no, Tori.

at that time!

Pot!

[Tori]

A name tag was placed on Tori’s head, and he tilted his head once.

*situation

─The key to enabling storage and maturation

Huh? If it’s a rabbit hole, isn’t it already active? Or is it another meaning?

I’m not sure about this one.

‘ah!’

Then, if we look at it as an opening (3)… … a new state was added when we raised the level of opening using immersion.

─Save and activate the maturation warehouse upon completion of registration (registration condition─Tori’s approval)

It was a more detailed explanation.

A condition has been added to activate it.

But where have I seen this before?

‘Is that what you see when you add a shelter?’

On the roof, and towards the vacant lot.

It was the very same text window that appeared when increasing the size of the tiger shelter.

This time it came out in a slightly different form. The conditions were also slightly different.

So does that mean this place is also part of the tiger shelter?

furthermore.

“This time, instead of making a fuss, I want to get recognition? From you?”

beep!

“What kind of recognition… … Ah!”

Something comes to mind.

That’s Tori’s picky taste. Isn’t that what he wants to be acknowledged for?

“But who are you to admit it?”

Beep… Beep?

He looks flustered, as if he hadn’t expected such a question. Does this guy really understand everything I say?

“What are you admitting?”

beep?

This time he tilts his head as if he doesn’t know.

I’m really confused whether you understand or not.

Anyway, it’s not important, so let’s move on for now.

“Storage and maturation warehouse… … .”

A fundamental question arose as to whether there was any need to add to the shelter.

But that question was quickly answered.

The answer was the vegetables taken right from the guy’s pantry.

Crops that are tastier and more nutritious.

Besides, I was making yogurt today, so what if I put this in there and let it ferment?

‘It could get better.’

And just expanding the footprint will definitely help the cafe.

Just like we’ve expanded other shelters before.

And the growth of the cafe will have an impact on me as well.

A situation where there is room for a little more growth.

There was no reason to refuse it.

If it helps with the crops in the garden and the harvest from guests, it’s like I’m growing along with them.

It was such a pleasure and rewarding experience while I was at the tiger shelter, so there’s no reason not to do it.

Even more so if Tori’s recognition satisfies your taste buds.

“How can I try to suit your taste?”

I thought of Tori as a frequent guest.

I’ve figured out my taste buds quite well so far.

First of all, I like fresh things. And I like sweet things, but I don’t like things that are too sweet.

Should I say that I like things that are sweet but not too sweet?

‘Come to think of it, it’s so damn tricky?’

I had to make something natural.

And it has to taste good too.

“under?”

The more I think about it, the more complicated the conditions become.

This wasn’t easy.

At that time, I was experiencing unexpected difficulties.

Suddenly, things I had taken out of storage came into my sight.

First of all, that’s something Tori carefully selected and kept…

‘Have you secured the materials?’

So now all I have to do is find a recipe that can be made with this.

I just happened to have a recipe for this. I thought about it the moment I saw it this morning, so I figured I’d give it a try.

“Tori. Wait. I’ll be right back.”

beep!

He left Tori and came inside with the ingredients.

Even though something new was added, it was somehow fun.

‘Then where… … Should I try using the talent I’ve acquired while growing up this time?’

I never thought I’d write to Tori before writing to the guests, but that’s good too. Anyone can be a guest here.

After thinking about the recipe for a moment, I used immersion.

And I raised the level of dexterity.

Sarah~

The hand that Aura had been holding began to move busily again today.

* * *

One of the tallest skyscrapers in the dazzling city. Two people were facing each other on the top floor.

They were people who were very familiar to Cheon Yu-jin.

Bae Hong-seok and Kim Do-hyeok.

“Haven’t you heard anything else? Like a miscarriage or anything.”

The first to speak was Bae Hong-seok, who was sitting at the head of the table.

Where did that kind and gentle grandfather that Cheon Yu-jin had seen go?

The expression on his face now was oozing with a weight that would normally make a normal person feel slightly intimidated.

“I didn’t ask anything else about sponsorship at that time.”

And Kim Do-hyeok answered with a straight posture and his characteristically cold expression, despite the pressure.

“Is that so?”

“Yes. He is a wonderful man. Even more so than his grandfather.”

“Haha! So you must be qualified.”

It was clear that they were talking about Cheon Yu-jin, but the conversation was so vague that even the person involved had no idea what was going on.

“How far do you think you will grow?”

“Well, I don’t know.”

“Didn’t you see it then?”

“I tried to see it, but I couldn’t see it.”

“yes?”

For the first time, Kim Do-hyeok’s expression slightly relaxed at Bae Hong-seok’s words. Of course, it quickly returned to normal.

What on earth was so surprising?

“I guess I’m getting old now.”

Kim Do-hyeok thought that Bae Hong-seok’s words could not be true, but he did not ask any further questions about it.

If there was going to be an answer, he would have given it to me a long time ago.

“What’s the big deal about the bowl? I was worried when Mr. Cheon left so quickly, so isn’t this fortunate?”

“That’s true.”

“That guy seems to have adapted faster than Mr. Cheon, who started late. I heard he’s starting to develop a decent scent now. It hasn’t bloomed yet though.”

“As you said, you are still young. Won’t you bloom soon?”

“Haha, it won’t be easy.”

I keep showing a friendly attitude towards him, but sometimes I react in a confusing way like this.

Kim Do-hyeok looked at Bae Hong-seok and thought to himself that he was still an unknown person.

“By the way, it seems like you are very busy.”

“Isn’t that the same for you?”

Shrug!

Kim Do-hyeok answered with a light gesture. It’s common for both of us to have no day or night.

“Enough with the sad story.”

“yes.”

“Would you like to taste this?”

“What is it?”

“He said he received it from Mr. Cheon’s grandson.”

“… … It’s okay. It’s probably not ripe yet. It’s better not to eat it than to waste the taste.”

“Or so.”

He recommended it, but it didn’t seem sincere. Bae Hong-seok drank the tea made with apple mint alone, as if trying to control his expression.

Should I just say I’m going to drink it?

Contrary to what I had heard before, it wasn’t unpleasant and the scent was quite good.

Kim Do-hyeok wondered if he had rejected her for nothing, but the conversation ended with regret.

Looking forward to our next meeting.

* * *

Same time.

Auras fluttered about in the kitchen of the tiger shelter.

It’s a bit burdensome because it happens every time I move my hand…

Because this is a recipe that requires the natural flavor of the ingredients to be preserved, it was important to prepare it well.

So I had no choice but to use my dexterity (3).

“Still, it ended quickly.”

It was fast and finished quickly.

Neatly sliced ​​eggplants, zucchini, and tomatoes.

If you layer these on top of each other, you’re almost done. It was a really simple recipe.

Next is the sauce… … .

‘I have some tomato sauce ready.’

This was a pure-flavored sauce with no other seasonings added.

It was actually a base sauce used to make pizza, made by crushing and frying tomatoes to enhance the savory flavor.

Originally, I added seasoning to it, but… …this time, I just added a little bit of herbs.

Tori seems a little special, but he’s still a rabbit, so I don’t think he should be fed seasoned food.

‘Then the sauce is finished too.’

Then, I put the sauce in a shallow, wide oven dish and placed the sliced ​​ingredients on top.

Ratatouille.

That was the identity of the recipe I was making now.

Now all you have to do is bake it in the oven and you’re done.

“I hope you like it.”

I put it in the preheated oven and waited anxiously.

I suddenly remembered Tori spitting out something, but I felt confident.

But then!

“huh?”

A person appeared on the side of the path.

The person who had been cautiously looking around soon discovered this side and came here, staggering.

Ding, ding, ding

“Welcome~”

First, we welcomed the guests.

Because he was a guest who was wrapped in a dark aura and his neck was choking.

This one came first.

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