Olympia Soiree - 50 Questions for Riku

What are your interests/skills?

I like to clean. I am not sure if I can say that I am good at fishing but I am confident enough to do so.

What are your strengths/weaknesses?

I want to fix my tendency to think things over, but I learned to relax after talking to her. Strengths… I wonder if I have any.

What habits do you often have?

When my hair is loose or looks disheveled, I often want to touch it up.

What is your daily routine?

It’s not much of a reminder but I’m keeping a brief reminder of what I’ve been up to everyday.

What time do you wake up and go to bed?

The basic rule is to get up at 6am and go to bed at 12am. However, on days when the “tamagome” ceremony is held, I’d sometimes get up earlier to perform.

What is the first thing you do when you wake up in the morning and what is the first thing you do before you go to bed?

I would tie her hair in the morning, and I would… think of her face at night.

What is your secret? (to the best of your ability)

When I learned of my origin from Yomi, I thought about drowning myself, but was saved by Akaza’s words. I am glad he was there.

Who do you consider your rivals?

Akaza.

Please tell us about an unforgettable event in your childhood.

Jigen-dono scolded me a lot, but I have been thinking lately that maybe I was happy about it. Although it is true that Akaza and I repeatedly played pranks, I think we may have been searching for our own place in the world.

I was informed about the Hazushi on the night of Rino-dono’s mourning, but even before that I unconsciously… No, it’s too late now.

What is your drinking level? (Do you drink alcohol?)

There is nothing to say…

What are you passionate about now?

I’m trying to get a little more physically fit, so I’m working hard to improve my fitness.

What do you feel confident about your body?

I think it’s my hair… because she complimented it.

If you were to write one kanji character to describe yourself, what would it be?

… 迷 (Stray)?

How do you spend your days off?

I would like to go on dates with her, but I have a lot to learn as a chief. Frankly speaking, I feel sad, but I guess this is for the future.

What was your most expensive purchase recently?

I can’t think of anything in particular, as I am the type of person who likes to refrain from making any extravagant purchases.

What are your recent worries?

When to hold the wedding ceremony with her. If I suggested that we do it when I become chief, it may make people think that I want Shura-dono to retire early. Of course, that is not my intention, but how do we decide when to hold the ceremony… Is this considered a big worry?

What other job would you like to have besides your current one?

I would like to learn more about Kotowari’s business, because I think it will be useful for me as the Blue’s chief.

Who do you respect?

Jigen-dono and Douma-dono are great people, but I respect Shura-dono the most. It is no mean feat for a woman to serve as chief. Even when I become the chief, I would like her to scold me like now.

And of course, I will do my best to learn!

What are your pet peeves?

Being used as a transparent sycophant.

If you could take anything with you to Tennyo Island, what would it be?

Fishing gear… Probably.

What is your technique to make your girlfriend fall in love with you?

That’s what I want to know.

What do you like about her?

There’s too many to list, I like everything. Everything about her.

What is your favorite dish she cooks?

Actually… It was my first experience to be invited to a woman’s house and have her cook for me. I will never forget the taste of fried eggs that day.

What is your favorite part of her body?

That beautiful white hair of hers… I love it very much. But her fingers are also… No, her legs too… That’s it, the answer for this is also “Everything”.

Do you hold hands on dates?

……. Sometimes.

If you could switch places with Daifuku for one day, what would you do?

I would feed her hamburgers.

She is sleeping in front of you. What would you do?

I’d smile and watch her.

How would you like her to comfort you when you are depressed because you are not doing well in your work or study?

It’s embarrassing… I thought, since I’ve been miserable to begin with. Rather than wanting her to comfort me, her very existence encouraged me. So if she smiles brightly, I can do my best in anything.

What position do you prefer when you sleep with her?

It’s a little embarrassing to face each other, so… I’m a little more comfortable hugging her from behind. No but of course, I would never dislike us staring at each other…

If you want to kiss her on the lips, what would you do first?

I would look around first.

Do you want her to serve you? Do you want to be served by her?

We want to always respect and care for each other, not to be served or to serve each other.

What would you do if you suddenly want to see her in the middle of the night?

Endure while looking at the night sky.

Your girlfriend has caught a cold. How would you take care of her?

I’m good at making eggs, because Rino-dono and Shura-dono made them for me before.

What would you do if you saw her at work?

Whenever she passes by Kunado, I always greet her and keep her on my radar.

If you have a fight with her, how do you make up with her?

I don’t want to fight with her in the first place… If I happen to hurt her in any way, I would not waste even a second to apologize to her. That’s what I’m thinking.

What would you do if it started snowing during a date?

I would love to see that happen! I’m sure her eyes would sparkle, and I would be so happy to see that. Apparently, on the other side of the ocean, snow piles up as tall as a person… I'd like to build a snowman with her.

When do you feel happiest with your girlfriend?

This is a little off from the questions, but I like her when she delivers letters. Since she started, she has become closer to the people here on Tengoku island.

She laughs at the triviality of it, but it’s a wonderful change, isn’t it? I respect her and am proud of her. That’s why I love the sight of her walking with a bag full of letters and Daifuku on her shoulder.

When do you find her most adorable?

She was cute when she’s playing with Daifuku… and with me… Ah, it’s nothing.

What were you like when you were a child?

If I didn’t know Akaza, I wouldn’t have played any pranks… probably.

How many children do you want to have? What is your preference for gender?

The more children the better, especially since she is “White”, she’ll be happy having more of her kind.

Labour… because it’s something men can’t do, I will help her as much as I can when the day comes.

What would you like to teach your child? What kind of child do you want your child to grow up to be?

Definitely fishing! I hear that you can catch a lot of fish on Tennyo island, and I would love to cast a fishing line with both of us and the children side by side. Also, I want to teach them how to dance with me.

If you can ask her to do one favor for you, what would it be?

I want her to make me a lunch box, even if it’s just a nigiri-meshi (rice ball). Then, we would visit Tennyo island with it.

If you were “White”, whom would you choose as a partner, including yourself? On the other hand, who would you refuse?

Um….. I’ve known Akaza for too long to think of him as a partner, even if only hypothetically. Perhaps Tokisada? He is a cheerful and serious person.

What would you like to do in the world beyond the sea?

I have heard that there are various tropes of dances out there, and I would like to watch such things with her and encourage her to do more of them.

‘The waves bring what one seeks.’ What do you want to see washed ashore?

I think anything is most desirable if it helps the development of the island, but I feel that painting and artworks are not bad either. I think that such things will help the culture to mature and develop.

Do you have anything you want to say to Tsukuyomi?

I have not had a chance to talk to him much, but I am deeply grateful to him for watching over her. Please continue to support and guide her.

Do you have anything you want to say to her father?

Thank you very much for approving the marriage of a young man like me with your daughter. I pledge to do my best to live up to the name “Riku of the Blue” and be a husband worthy of her.

What would you like to try in the future?

I want to learn to cook.

What is your commitment when you become chief in the future?

I would like to think about the future of the island, not on my own, but through discussions with her, Akaza and others. I truly believe that it is a blessing to have a supportive and encouraging colleague.