Chapter "Without A Word"

Seated at the breakfast table, Hamlyn found himself faced with two bowls of Kyoto Ramen, one prepared by Sheryl on his right and the other by Akane on his left.

Both Sheryl and Akane stood beside him, each awaiting his verdict.

"Go ahead, taste both and tell us which one you find more delicious," Hamond encouraged.

"Look, I won't compare their dishes," Hamlyn asserted.

"But you can only choose one to eat," Rurina reminded him.

"Come on, Hamlyn, give my dish a try first," Akane urged, stepping forward.

"No, he'll taste my dish first," Sheryl countered firmly.

"Alright, let me taste," Hamlyn conceded firmly.

Taking his first bite from Sheryl's dish, Hamlyn's face lit up with delight. "Delicious as always," he exclaimed happily, earning a smile from Sheryl.

As Hamlyn sampled Akane's, his eyes widened further in surprise, rendering him momentarily speechless.

"Hamlyn, is everything alright?" Fredy inquired.