[Version One]
One wrong step from the start, and every step after is a detour.
Kawawa Hinata is a chef in the wrong line of work. He's always firmly believed that...
Even though he's an outstanding member of the liquor company and has never failed a mission...
Even though he hunts down undercover agents for the company and has become someone his colleagues watch warily...
Even though he's become the second-in-command's greatest threat, with all kinds of measures taken to keep him from rising through the ranks...
He still believes that, with enough effort, even the finest liquor can be turned into vinegar.
The kitchen is where he truly belongs.
[Version Two]
A smoothly filed nail traces the corner of an eye...
“Getting attached so easily isn't a good habit, boy.”
The black mouth of a gun points between his brows...
“If I catch you drinking and causing trouble again, you know what'll happen, right?”
A swaying lock of hair brushes the back of his hand...
“Next time, follow my orders.”
A warm arm rests against his shoulder...
“Your mission is to get some proper rest.”
The heat and smoke of the kitchen wash over him...
“What do you want to eat today?”
“Huh?” Kawawa Hinata, wearing a bear-print apron, smells strongly of spice packets and curry.
[Notes for readers of the previous book]
1. This is a parallel-world-like setting. Since the protagonist has changed, naturally some resources have shifted in his favor, his luck has improved, and the plot has changed.
2. That's all.
[Notes for readers new to the series]
1. He changes careers because of his obsessive-compulsive tendencies and an ordinary person's need for stability.
2. The protagonist's end goal is justice. He aspires to be an ordinary person and works hard to switch sides and become a househusband.
3. Kawawa Hinata is one of his secret identities, not his main identity, but the story is told primarily from his perspective.
Theme: Talented people shine wherever they are.
