[b] Alexei [/b]

As Kotori answered his query rather politely both Inoue and he exclaimed almost simultaneously "Wow! Really!!" they almost said it in unison. Sharing a look Inoue let out a giggle as Alexei motioned her to speak first.

"I had a hunch but this is bang on. It rather suits you as well. Surely the sales would be really good with you around." Inoue said with a bit of admiration in her voice. Before being cut by Sagat, "Umm...Inoue-san that's a bit blunt and rude to say like that." Inoue just gave an embarrassed look to Sagat at this and bowed in apology.

Alexei, sensing that Inoue was mostly through with her part added. "I know his maybe sudden Shirohane-san since we just met. But does knowing you or being a regular customer earn a bit of discount. Actually both the girls in my family really love flowers and getting them a good Ikebana bouquet everyday messes my budget a bit." he said rubbing the back of his head as a bit of embarrassment was evident in his tone. Well admitting to a junior that you don't handle cash well was quite damaging to your reputation.

He recovered quickly though "We should get going, I'll be late for my shift otherwise. We can chat on the way if that's fine by you both."