Weeds Don't Grow Alone 1

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...We've arrived.

We're finally here!

All of us are! Here, at a fine dining restaurant, in a five-star hotel!

B-Being able to eat at a place like this with Aru... I can die with no regrets!

Whoa, whoa, are you sure about this, Aru? This place looks like it costs some serious coin.

I-It's pocket change! Thanks to how hard all of you have been working, we're actually in the green.

...You shouldn't overdo it, though.

Th-This much is fine! Completely fine!

We even have some actual savings now!

Because if I can't do at least this much for my employees, how can I call myself the boss?

So stop thinking about money, and just enjoy yourselves!

Kufufu. Can't say I don't follow orders!

Just in case, you did call ahead and make a reservation, right?

That's a given.

Excuse me, waiter?

Yes, welcome.

We have a reservation under "Rikuhachima"...

Ah, yes. I see you on the list. This way, please.

It will be this table, right by the window.

Allow me to walk you through the prix fixe courses you've reserved.

The main dish is the chef's special, Wildhunt-style beef tenderloin stew.

This signature piece stands out for the sauce we simmer it in, made with a deglazed meat juice and low-acidity wine.

To capture the full richness of the flavor, we additionally serve...

A-Ahem! Sounds perfect. We look forward to it.

Yes. Then we'll prepare the amuse bouche first. Please wait.

Aruuu. Be honest, do you even know what they said?

U-Um, something along the lines of them being top-tier dishes!

This place is expensive, so I'm sure the dishes are going to be delicious. Don't sweat the small stuff.

Even the water here is different, I guess.

Apparently it's mineral water melted from pure glacier ice.

Wh-What kind of clientele comes to a place like this?

Wooow. A rich one, that's for sure.

Tonight, we're part of that clientele, so there's no need for comparisons.

And we're dressed better, too!

Are you suuure we're not actually OVER-dressed?

We're not!! We're dressed actually as we should be. ...Right?

I-It's perfect for an elegant meal, okay?!

Kufufu, I see. You must be familiar with the etiquette in fancy-pants places like this.

Then do you know how to use the fork and knives? There are a lot of them.

I-I was curious as well. Why are they all different sizes?

Uh... W-Well...

I guess you're supposed to use different cutlery depending on what part of the meal you're on.

...I don't know what's for what, though.

Wh-Who cares which one you use?! It's not like the choice of fork makes the food taste different!

Hey, who's causing all this ruckus?

Ugh. Look over there. Interlopers.

Hm? Are you talking about us?

Did you...just insult Aru...?

Aru?

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Wait! Come to think of it, you're...!

Problem Solver 68!!

Excuse me...but who are you?

You...! You dare not recognize me?!

Kufufu, villains like you are nothing special.

You expect us to remember a big old nobody?

It's me! Bruno Rigatoni, from the Rigatoni Family!

Surely you remember that name at least?!

Rigatoni...Family...?

...Don't tell me.

Come to think of it, you're...

Fu... Fufu...

Fufu, hahahaha...!

You DO remember! Then you probably know what I'm going to do next!

My time for revenge has come! Everyone!!

Seriously? Here? Right now?

Do you know how much money I've spent here? I practically own the place! I can do whatever I want!

I've been willing to let you run free up until now, but I'm not a man who lets a good opportunity slip through my fingers.

It sure will be satisfying to repay this grudge.

Everyone! Wipe them all out!!

Ahaha, what's this? I didn't expect this kinda welcome!

What's the move, Boss?

If we break anything in here, the repair bill won't be cheap.

Th-That's probably true...

But we don't have any other choice. Running away isn't hard-boiled at all!

Everyone, return fire!

So cool, Aru! That's the spirit!

Yes... Leave it to me, Aru. I will...WIPE THEM ALL OUT...!