Shigetoshi turned to Tatsuki after Mr. Yamazaki left. He sees the younger man smile and can't help but return it. 

"I see you've managed to make this a lively place." The Innkeeper can't help but comment. Other than the Ito children everything had been normal and boring, one might say. For Shigetoshi it was just how he liked it. Though he couldn't deny the added thrill of breakfast having to come to the rescue of the newest patron. "It wasn't a problem. No debt involved." He chuckled. "And the kitchen is this way," He gestured to the door he had come through earlier. "I can show you." 

The Innkeeper picked up the rest of the dishes before leading the way down the skinny corridor. They really couldn't walk side by side, but close enough to make Shigetoshi aware of their close proximity. He was glad when they reached the kitchen and he could move away a little. Shigetoshi lets the other man go to the sink first before adding the last of the dishes to the pile.

"Thanks." He said with a smile. "Though the closes village is a ways away by foot. The coolers are over in the corner. If you want to make it back by dinner time, you probably better head out here as soon as you can." Shigetoshi kind of trailed off when he noticed Tatsuki's distant look. Though that was explained when the younger man began talking again. Shigetoshi smiled at the sheepish grin.

"No, it's fine. I've lived up here my whole life. I love to hear everyone's stories and experiences. It feel as if I too have been there. Or at least I can see things as they see them." Shigetoshi paused as Tatsuki leans against the counter and gets another far away look. "Um, I have to check out the Ito Family. If you'll be okay in here...?" Shigetoshi looked towards the main door to the kitchen, the one that didn't lead to the dining room. If the younger man need anything else, Shigetoshi would wait, but he'd rather not have the Ito's made at him for delaying them.