Smiling at Jade's approval, he puts the spoon away and returns to the stove. It's good to have at least one job that he can do well and be comfortable with the entire time, too. Cooking doesn't embarrass him or make him sore and walk awkwardly for the next few hours. And he can see that Jade really likes his food. It's a big plus.

"I thought I wasn't supposed to go in there?" He would like to know what Jade's doing for a living, to be honest. Jade's definitely not poor and Shinjirou wouldn't care if it were something illegal -- but he's not sure that's the case. In the end, it doesn't matter, not in his position.

"Anyway, won't take long. I'll bring it to you. Sake or tea?"