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[many of the villagers seem quite curious about their new visitor, especially one who seems to radiate a heavenly aura while others seem content to observe from a distance or shy away completely. as inari nears the restaurant, they are greeted by the haunter lantern tetsuya pointed out before, as well as a braixen holding a tray. she ushers inari inside, leading them to a separate, fancier-looking room with the sliding doors open to a garden. after showing inari to the table, the braixen leaves them with the menu and some tea, bowing politely before taking her leave.]
[a few minutes later, a serious-looking nickit enters the room, bowing their head in greeting. they look like just a child, probably around the same age as the braixen waitress.]
good afternoon, esteemed guest. i'm masaya, the head chef. lord ninetails will be here shortly, but in the meantime, please allow me to take your order personally. though, lord ninetails has personally recommended you try our kitsune udon. it's their favourite dish to order, but of course you're free to request something else.
[as masaya continues to talk about the menu, ranging from sushi to hand cones, from ramen to rice bowls, a subtle rustling emerges from the garden.]
[remaining out of masaya's view, kon slinks around the bushes, seeming content to wait until masaya takes their leave.]
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