Charlie asked her: ‘Why do you want to thank me?’

Nanako said: ‘You’ve helped me so much and even arranged for me to learn martial arts here. Isn’t it right for me to treat you to a meal now that I’ve finally entered the path of martial arts? Just think of it as a thank-you meal. Charlie-kun, I wonder if you’ll do me the honor?’

Charlie thought for a moment and replied readily: ‘No problem. Just tell me the time, and I’ll be there on time.’

Nanako replied: ‘Master Howton’s classes end at half