The day at the Mendo estate began quietly. The wind blew through the open window into the room of Ryoko - Shuutaro's sister. She leaned against the windowsill looking at the blue, cloudless sky and the autumn leaves that floated with every gust. She mused; she didn't want to sit at home doing nothing. The thought crossed her mind of organizing a friendly get-together over cake and tea...or coffee, depends on who would like it.
She asked her envoys to prepare special invitations. A special squad of ninjas planted the invitations to Ryoko's chosen people doing it perfectly. One of these invitations reached Lum and Ataru.
-Hahaha! - enjoyed lustfully Ataru - Ryoko invites us for a nice evening. She will spend some time with me
-Darling you idiot! - Lum glared at her beloved after which he experienced the flow of electrons on his body -You have again forgotten the events of two chapters ago.
-For you don't forget Kirchoff's first and second law - Ataru assumed an intelligent pose causing Lum a slight consternation.
-Darling - she looked up with a slight smile.
-What is it Lum? - Moroboshi asked.
-See what I have for you. - embarrassed Lum looked up holding in her hands a pink sweater with a pear sewn on it -To make sure you never forget such important words you said to me those two chapters earlier.
-There are two certain things in life," Ataru began seriously, "Human stupidity and my feelings for you.
-You meant to say "my stupidity," Darling! - ironized the alien.
-Foolish! - he became indignant and quickly ashamed - But with my feelings for you and stupidity is acutely true.
Lum smilingly hugged Ataru.
-Stupid - so thought the joy on her face was endless.
For the evening at Ryoko Ataru's, he chose a more casual outfit. Wearing a classic white shirt and casual pants, he felt comfortable and at ease. However, to express his feelings for Lum, he wore a pink sweater with a pear sewn on it over his shirt, which she had sewn for him himself. It was a gesture of love that he wore as a symbol of their strong bond.
Lum, on the other hand, chose an evening gown that shone like stars in the night sky. Her dress was a deep green color that accentuated her charm. The length of the dress was perfect, exposing her slender legs at the same time. Her hair was arranged in a romantic bun, and delicate earrings in the shape of space stars glittered on her ears. The whole look was complemented by her signature sparkling glasses, which added to her charm.
Ataru couldn't take his eyes off her, delighted by her beauty and elegance. Lum felt special, knowing that Ataru was only there for her. Together they created an unforgettable picture at that evening party at Ryoko's house.
Ryoko, meanwhile, wanted to take a look at the court's pastry chefs, personally making sure that the cake to be served that evening was the best possible. However, she didn't want Lum and Ataru to wait for her at the gate. She knew they would arrive a little earlier than Shinobu, Miss Sakura or Ryunosuke. She was also aware that Mendo would not be entirely satisfied with this set, but she always enjoyed teasing her brother.
-Brother - she began - Tonight we will have guests, they will bring movies to watch.
-What movies? - asked her brother
-It doesn't matter," she replied, "We have an appointment at our estate tonight, I'm seeing to the confectioners about the cake and I may be a little late. Therefore, you will take care of my guests.
-But I can't sister," appalled Mendo, "I have ninja arts today.
-Maybe you still have plans to raise silkworms? You are supposed to make it nice for them, and if they want to go to the aviation museum, you take them there - indignant Ryoko left.
-What does she leave me with? - mused Mendo, but after a moment he ordered a quick preparation for Ryoko's guests. He knew that this could not end well if they were unhappy.
He looked at the guest list: Lum, Ataru, Shinobu, Ryunosuke, Ten... For a moment he got nystagmus from reading it, but in no time he recovered. He instructed his servants to prepare the best movie full of action and adventure.
-Mr. Shuutaro, we have prepared the film "Death in Venice," said one of them.
-Excellent, the title sounds like something that can really dent your seat," smiled Mendo. From the title he thought it would be a film full of twists and turns, he expected a gangster cinema.
Meanwhile, Lum and Ataru were already at the gate of the Mendo mansion.
-Darling, do you think we'll have a good time at Ryoko's tonight? - asked Lum
-I think better than certain gentlemen at the parish in Dabrowa Gor... -Ataru did not finish, as the gate opened.
-Welcome to you Miss Lum, how glad I am that especially for me... - looked Mendo at Ataru - and this raghead what is he doing here?
-I am - he replied - I received an invitation then I came to talk to Ryoko about the wedding.
After this sentence, Lum again treated him with electricity.
-It means we are invited to a special party at Ryoko's," smiled Lum looking at a slightly charred Ataru, who stood up and was as if born again.
Stepping inside they saw Ten, who had arrived earlier hoping for Miss Sakura's presence, but that didn't happen and he was pacing around the room bored with Mendo's presence.
-Why do I have to sit with this idiot, he is worse than Ataru - Mendo took out his katana and felt the fiery power of Lum's little cousin on him.
With the arrival of Shinobu and the rest of the guests, the situation began to get uncomfortable. Only one Ten felt comfortable, as Miss Sakura, whose presence he adored, arrived.
Sitting at the table was a prolonged silence.
-What up? - asked an exasperated Ryuunosuke
-Eee, nothing like that. I suggest you watch an action movie. I have an amazing new movie for you: "Death in Venice." Not bad sounding huh? - said Mendo after which the ninjas quickly set up the TV.
As they watched, some of Ryoko's guests began to get bored, while Lum squatted on Ataru's shoulder.
-What is this boring and hopeless movie about a guy in a boat? - asked an exasperated Miss Sakura
-Don't worry, is about to rock," feverishly said Shutaro
Then the door opened, the confectioners brought in a cake on a cart and pots of coffee and tea, while Ryoko looked at the guests.
-Welcome everyone, I hope my brother has hosted you properly! - she smiled.
-He's boring us with a movie about a guy in a boat,‖ burbled Ataru, -but since you're here, let's talk about we... -he interrupted seeing Lum's gaze.
-If it's about you and Lum I will become your witness," laughed Ryoko causing Lum to smile.
-Not a good guy for her - Shuutaro was indignant.
-Why? - his sister asked.
-Look how he looks,‖ he began, -What did he put on?
-You mean something? - Ataru raised his eyes.
-I mean that sweater what you are wearing, it looks like a dog ate it for you, and returned it afterwards. I am very curious about its history, although I may not understand some poor plebeian stories," after these words Lum raised her eyes being displeased.
-Brother, but it was you who been rejected, not Ataru," laughed Ryoko.
-Sister, my influence and wealth will turn an unfavorable fate to my side - said Mendo.
Lum stood up nervously causing consternation on the guests' faces, and Ataru sat shocked as if Shuutaro's words had hit his tender spot.
-Do you know that I sewed this sweater? - she began indignantly - Do you know how much heart I put in to make my Darling happy? - the anger in the alien grew.
-Lum, Mendo, calm down - Ryunosuke tried to alleviate the situation.
-Lum, I didn't know, I'm sorry - Shuutaro didn't have a chance to defend himself from the huge electrical attack.
Ryoko, with the help of the ninja, asked her brother out of the room. However, those misunderstood her a bit and loaded Shuutaro into a barrel.
-AAAA, DARK, SCARY! - he shouted - AND WHAT AM I DOING IN THE BARREL? AAA HERE IT'S DARK AND SCARY!
The rest of the meeting went on peacefully after the situation was eased. Ataru laughed lewdly seeing that besides his little cousin Lum was the only man at the party. Lum thought her beloved was happy to be next to her.
Something caught Moroboshi's attention. While watching a strange movie that, as it turned out, had premiered at the Lum cinema a long time ago, she sit next to him.
He looked around and saw that some of the guests had already managed to go home. This meant that he would be able to finish watching the great work, in which a rampant married woman on her honeymoon... ate a huge eel, which sounds ridiculous.
-Why put it inside? - asked Lum
-Shh, watch," whispered Ataru.
During the seance, he smelled a very pleasant odor, which, as it turned out, he knew. It was the smell of Lum's hair. It had a soothing effect on him. It was as if he didn't need anything or anyone else besides Lum next to him. He enjoyed the moment despite the anxiety sown by Mendo.
-What is it? What is it? - the alien's excitement was endless.
-Eel - an embarrassed Moroboshi replied.
The movie flew on, and its main character took his beloved to the sealarium, where a large walrus splashed them.
-I'm so wet right now,‖ she said lewdly, evoking a strange joy in Lum.
Ataru felt calm seeing the joy on his beloved's face.
-I guess it's time to go home, huh? - he asked
-Surely," Lum yawned slightly, expressing her tiredness. They were now ready to end this lovely evening and return to their life together.
Together they walked out of Ryoko's mansion, returning as they listened to the silence of the city and Ten's snoring in Lum arms. Moroboshi walked thoughtfully having a strange premonition. It was as if Mendo's words had struck at the heart of some difficulties he had so far successfully masked.
-Darling, is something wrong? - asked Lum
-No, it's just fatigue," he replied.
Although something was bothering him... Which he will let you know in the next chapter.