[Ico tensed when he heard footsteps. When he saw it was Kirika, he felt hopeful that she could help him. However, the feeling did not last. It was too late; Maya followed soon after and he could not hide this mess. His face flushed with shame.]

Kirika! Maya!

[No longer overwhelmed with thoughts, he placed a lid over the pan and he took it off the heat. He turned to them with his head lowered.]

I'm sorry for making a mess. I wanted to cook for Maya. That's what I'm supposed to do for guests, right?