Help, I'm in Another World and All the Men Are Are So Dangerous! [BL]
Chapter 185: A Sweet Surprise

Chapter 185: A Sweet Surprise

The place was completely empty of customers.

Just as he wondered why, Laxus casually mentioned that he had rented out the entire café.

Renting out a famous café just like that?!

How much money did that even cost...?

Inside, the café staff stood neatly lined up, radiating an unmistakable VIP treatment.

As someone with a more commoner’s mindset, Rocco felt a bit restless, but Laxus and Sylas strode in as if this were perfectly normal.

Rocco puffed up his cheeks as he followed after them.

"Mmmgh... huh?"

As Rocco sat in the overwhelming luxury of the café, he repeated to himself, I’m a rich kid, I’m a rich kid... trying to steel his nerves against the suffocating atmosphere.

Just as he was struggling to keep himself from trembling, his eyes landed on a familiar face in front of him, making him blink in surprise.

That man in the oddly familiar imitation Chinese-style outfit...

"We’ve been expecting you. Thank you for your patronage today."

The man wore a short Chinese-style tunic, white with dark green embroidery.

As Rocco stared at him, captivated by how stylish the outfit was, the man gave a graceful bow and smiled.

So cool...

He’s insanely cool...

But wait—wasn’t this guy supposed to be a bit more... hot-blooded?

He didn’t seem like the smooth, gentlemanly type at all.

If Rocco remembered correctly, his personality leaned more toward the athletic and energetic side, completely at odds with his refined appearance.

"Ah, Feilu, thanks for today. It looks like your business is doing well," Laxus said casually.

"Yes! And it’s all thanks to the Del Fiore family’s investment! I truly appreciate your support!"

Feilu immediately straightened up and gave a deep, crisp bow.

Rocco exhaled in relief.

Yes, this is it—this intensity.

That strange dissonance between his appearance and personality—it had been a while since Rocco had felt it.

Now that he thought about it, he had only ever seen Feilu at evening parties and business meetings.

Even then, they had never really spoken, so it was rare to be standing this close and interacting face-to-face like this.

Fidgeting slightly, Rocco swayed on his feet as he stared at Feilu, who eventually seemed to notice the persistent gaze.

Their eyes suddenly met.

"Uh... can I talk to you?"

"...Haaah, I suppose I have no choice. Just for a little while," Laxus sighed.

"...Don’t say anything unnecessary," Sylas added in a low voice.

For some reason, Feilu glanced at Laxus and Sylas as if seeking their approval before speaking.

Why does he need their permission just to talk to me...?

Rocco blinked in confusion, watching Feilu with a curious expression.

Then, Feilu crouched down slightly, flashing a warm smile.

"Hello! Thank you for coming today to try the sweets at our café!"

The sudden attention from someone he wasn’t very familiar with made Rocco flustered.

He had no problem being bold with people he already knew, but when it came to strangers, he would get nervous and blush.

Ugh... I really am a shy boy.

"Ah... Uhm... H-Hello. Sweets... I’ll eat a lot. Thank you for... the tasty sweets."

Peeking out from behind Laxus and Sylas’s legs, Rocco timidly gave his response in a small voice.

At that moment, the atmosphere in the café seemed to soften.

Maybe it was just his imagination, but it felt like everyone’s gazes had become warm and fond—like they were looking at a small child.

"Yes, yes. I’m honored to have such a cute little guest today! Now, I bet you’ve been dying to have some sweets, haven’t you? Right this way."

Feilu had clearly picked up on Rocco’s restless excitement over the desserts.

Embarrassed, Rocco’s cheeks flushed as he hugged his plush shark tightly.

However, he wasn’t about to let his shyness stop him from getting to the sweets.

So, despite his flustered state, he obediently trotted after Feilu.

The seat Feilu guided them to was a sunlit table by the window.

A large stuffed bear sat on the sofa bench on one side, and Rocco was immediately drawn to it.

Without hesitation, he ran over and plopped himself into its fluffy embrace.

"This seat’s mine!" he declared, turning back to the others.

Laxus and Sylas gave their approval without complaint.

Humming happily, Rocco swung his legs while sinking into the bear’s soft fluff.

Once again, he felt as though everyone was looking at him the way one might watch a small child—smiling in a gentle, amused way.

Well, whatever.

It’s probably just my imagination.

"Heheh, then I’ll sit next to Rocco—Oof!"

"Don’t be ridiculous. I’m sitting next to him. You can kneel on the floor where you belong."

As Laxus grinned and tried to claim the seat beside Rocco, Sylas grabbed him by the collar and effortlessly tossed him aside.

Then, as if it were the most natural thing in the world, Sylas sat down beside Rocco, pressing in close.

The sofa’s pretty big... there’s no need to sit that close...

Laxus, sulking with a pout, finally sat down on the opposite sofa.

As soon as he did, Feilu, who had been patiently waiting, handed over the menu with a bright smile.

Sorry for keeping you waiting...

But judging by the fact that Feilu didn’t seem confused or surprised by the situation, it was likely he was already used to their bickering.

That meant the troublemaker protagonist duo was probably causing chaos even at meetings Rocco didn’t attend...

"What do you want to eat, Rocco? Order anything you like."

Sylas opened the menu and studied it seriously, while Rocco peered over with a thoughtful hmm....

Cookies, cakes, parfaits, crepes... there were so many options that it was impossible to decide.

Even just cookies came in chocolate, strawberry, and more.

The cakes ranged from simple slices to elaborate tarts.

There was no way he could pick just one!

After much internal struggle, he decided to start with something classic.

Lifting his head, he declared with sparkling eyes—

"Shortcake!"

You’re the one!

Feilu clapped his hands once, signaling the staff to take the order.