It turned out to be missing cute girls.
No wonder it felt a bit deserted.
Manager Fujiwara saw that at this hour, probably no one else would enter the store.
So she simply sat across from Amane with the exact same order as hers.
"Miss Mayumi certainly knows how to save effort."
Seeing the other person lazily take her exclusive dessert, Amane couldn't help but tease.
"I can't help it, Miyako-san's meal pairings are always just right."
The strawberry mousse tasted soft and sweet.
This would make the stimulating sensation on the taste buds disappear when taking the next bite.
So Amane chose to pair it with barley tea with lemon juice and honey.
The sweet, sour, and bitter taste could effectively resolve the overly sweet stimulation in the mouth.
Taking another bite of strawberry mousse would once again be conquered by that wonderful taste.
The dietary fiber in barley tea would also increase a certain feeling of fullness.
This way, food intake could be effectively controlled.
It wouldn't let one eat too much.
It could be said to be a perfect match when eating desserts or snacks.
However, this set was now learned by Manager Fujiwara.
"Speaking of which, I feel like the store's business doesn't seem to be very good."
Amane asked casually.
Manager Fujiwara put down her barley tea and sighed.
"Ah, it's because it's the beginning of the month again for you all. Every time it's the beginning of the month, it's when your class's fate is decided. Some are happy, some are sad. Miyako-san can still eat mousse cake and drink barley tea, but if you spend the points for one meal carefully, it's not a problem to last ten days."
Manager Fujiwara's gaze looked towards the somewhat desolate shopping street.
The bustling scene from the start of school was also gone.
Only occasional older-looking female students, still shopping, passed by.
First-year students were already very rare.
Currently, among first-year students, only classes A and B could maintain their spending power.
Class C was still struggling on the poverty line, naturally not daring to spend extra points carelessly.
Class D... Class D was already going hungry.
Most people's points were spent in the first month, lost in desire.
Even if they realized it now, it was too late.
They would have to eat several months of mountain vegetable set meals.
Amane had eaten that set meal.
The taste was mediocre.
It could only be said that it wouldn't kill you.
And that was all.
"Has Miss Mayumi ever considered another possibility...?"
Amane picked up her teacup and took a sip.
"Most of the things in your store are exquisite Western desserts and various cakes, but these are actually unnecessary for us, because we don't have time for afternoon tea every day. What you need are..."
"Fast-moving goods? But fast-moving goods for a bakery..."
Manager Fujiwara had a bit of a headache.
"How about cheap, all-vegetable sandwiches that can curb hunger, paired with milk, and small sweets and cookies that can be easily taken and eaten on the go? I don't think anyone would buy a mousse cake while shopping, do you agree?"
Amane's answer made Manager Fujiwara's eyes light up.
"Miyako-san, would you consider inheriting my bakery after graduation?"
Manager Fujiwara held Amane's hand, her face full of anticipation.
"Really?"
"Of course! I'll leave once a certain person graduates, and the bakery will be yours to manage, Miyako-san, how about it?"
"I refuse."
Amane decisively refused.
"Eh? Why? Miyako-san, you clearly have a talent in this area! With you, Fujiwara Bakery will surely grow strong!"
Manager Fujiwara clenched her fists, looking full of energy.
Youth is truly wonderful.
"It sounds like too much trouble, I don't want to."
Amane was the kind of person who hated trouble the most.
She found even eating bread bothersome.
Let alone managing a shop.
What a joke.
"What a shame."
Manager Fujiwara took a bite of the mousse cake, her mood a bit low.
But she quickly adjusted her state and began preparing for the new business approach.
"Can I try making some cookies?"
Amane figured since she was idle anyway, she might as well make some cookies to take back for Suzune to eat.
"Oh? Is Miyako-san also good at baking? Feel free to use the back kitchen, the ingredients are all there."
Manager Fujiwara pointed to the back kitchen.
Then she started searching for new suppliers on her computer.
Amane shrugged and went to the back kitchen to start making her cookies.
Six-thirty.
Shiina, who had just returned from the library, happened to pass by the entrance of Fujiwara Bakery.
Then she stopped.
The bakery, which should have been deserted, was now crowded with many girls. They all bought a small bag of cookies and then left.
Had the store launched a new product?
Shiina looked inside curiously.
"Oh, what a shame, everyone is limited to buying only one pack. Xue, are you going to eat your cookies? If not, how about selling them to me for double the points?"
Hearing the strange conversation between the passing girls,
Shiina's curiosity was piqued.
Are they really that delicious?
With curiosity, Shiina walked into the shop.
As soon as she entered, she smelled a rich buttery aroma.
Just from the scent alone,
it seemed like they would taste good.
She came to the counter and found some bear-shaped cookies scattered on a large platter.
It looked just like a tasting plate.
It read: "If you think it's delicious, please give us a like and support us!"
"Won't the shop owner lose money doing this?"
Shiina couldn't help but worry about the owner.
After all, many people had run out of points, and it was inevitable that they would take advantage of this to sample for free.
Shiina picked up a piece and put it in her mouth.
Crunch.
It was very crispy.
Sweet, but with a slight bitterness that mellowed out the sweetness.
Overall, it was very good.
A small bag cost only 160 points.
It was a very subtle price.
Between expensive and ordinary.
In the cafeteria, the simplest bowl of udon cost 280 points.
For a snack, the cookies were on the higher side, but being less than the price of a meal made people feel it wasn't expensive.
The shop owner was truly cunning.
Shiina Hiyori wrote a like on the nearby message board.
"It seems Hiyori-san also thinks it tastes good."
A familiar voice from behind startled Shiina.
Yes, she jumped.
Just now, Shiina really did jump.
"Oh, it's Miyako-san. You scared me! Your, your outfit, does this mean you made all of these?"
Shiina asked in surprise.
"Uh huh, how about that? I'm amazing, right?"
Amane showed a proud smile.
Shiina wasn't bothered by such a boastful smile and affirmed Amane.
"Mm, it tastes very good, and the price is acceptable to everyone. But do these cookies have a name? It feels a bit of a shame if they don't have a name."
Amane nodded after hearing Shiina's words.
It really should have a name.
Originally, Amane had planned to call it "Bear's Power."
Now that she thought about it, it felt a tiny bit awkward.
What kind of name should she give it?
Amane's gaze fell on Shiina, who was taking small bites of the cookie.
"I've got it! Let's call it 'Shiina Hiyori's Liked Model I Bear Cookies.' What do you think, Shiina-san?"
"Eh!!!"
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