Even in such deep environments, it can still be...

Hmph, can't compare to it...

With that in mind, Ryuto revealed a wry smile.

This kind of authenticity is something I, a person filled with falsehoods, cannot compare to.

"Ryuto... what's wrong?"

Seeing Ryuto remain silent, Air asked with some concern.

Prompted by this, Ryuto quickly snapped back to reality.

"Ah, it's nothing. I was just thinking about how delicious it is, wondering how to eat it, should I save some for the next meal? After all, it would be a pity to finish it all in one go."

To this, Air said with a smile on her face, "It's okay, as long as Ryuto likes it, I can make it anytime."

That genuine smile stemmed from the affirmation of something beloved with no falsehoods.

"Alright, then I'll rely on Air in the future."

"It's not a bother at all. I'm happy to make things for Ryuto."

"Oh, is that so..."

Perhaps to change the mood, or to remember something, Ryuto suddenly asked, "By the way, you came to find me so early, not just to cook for me, right?"

"..."

Asked this way, the once joyful Air immediately lowered her head in silence.

"Hmm? What's wrong? Is there something on your mind?"

Luckily, she didn't remain silent. Though she kept her head down, she responded.

"No, it's nothing. I just came to apologize to Ryuto."

Though hesitant, she managed to say it.

"Apologize? Why do you need to apologize?"

"Because... last night I wasn't very nice to you, so I was worried you might be upset with me..."

The last few words were said in a whisper, but Ryuto still managed to hear them.

"Ah, that's all, I didn't mind. Besides, I've nearly forgotten about it."

"You're not angry, Ryuto?"

"No, there's nothing to be angry about."

How should I put it? Having experienced countless setbacks, such trivial matters are simply inconsequential.

How depressing.

"Is that so... Well, that's a relief."

Air sighed in relief once again.

"Did Air come so early just for this?"

"Yeah, I was worried that you might be upset, so I hesitated to knock on the door. Also, you were sleeping, and I didn't want to disturb you."

"..."

So, she hovered outside hesitatingly? Hesitating while hovering that the porridge even cooled down without her noticing, probably for over an hour.

"But, it's really good that you're not angry. I was worried, what if you got mad and didn't want me around anymore, what should I do then?"

"Huh? How could that happen?"

"However, it seems like I've been overthinking things."

"Of course, you definitely overthought it."

However, at this point, Ryuto understood one thing: the reason she didn't notice the cooled-down porridge for over an hour was probably because the temperature of the cooled porridge was similar to Air's own body temperature...

It's hard to notice without a temperature difference.

As for the reason for the similar temperature, it wasn't due to feeling cold early in the morning, but something more fundamental...

"Since Ryuto said that, I feel relieved. But, Ryuto, can I make a request?"

"A request?"

"Yeah, I hope to always be with Ryuto."

"Huh? What do you mean?"

"Because Ryuto is not from this country, just here for a visit, you will return to your own country in a few days, right?"

"Ah, that's correct."

Understanding this, Air looked directly at Ryuto and said loudly, "So, I hope Ryuto can take me back with you. I don't want anything, I'm willing to do anything, as long as Ryuto allows me to stay with you."