Solisamon has never felt so betrayed in that whole moment of her life. Solisamon always had a healthy appetite and well balanced meals thanks to her brothers.There were meals that she disliked but still ate, swallowing down the must with watery tears of absolute disgust. Solisamon would shove it all down if her brothers prepared it for her. The young digimon was not too picky about foods. Which is surprisingly rare for young kids nowadays. There almost was no food that Solisamon would not mind eating. Seems like her stomach could handle any type of food. Reason she is filled with endless energy.

ALMOST being the key word. Yes. Yes there was one sole food that the young digimon would NOT eat. NEVER will thay flith of a food ever come into contact with her tongue. Smelt worse than a whole tribe of Geremons, tasting as awful as Oleamon cooking. The mere sight of that food caused Solisamon face to wrinkle up with such disgust. Her nose found the putrid smell revolting. If she only had one wish to erase one thing in the span of EVERY multiverse, she get that accursed food existance wiped away and erased. Never to be remembered ever again.

What food could this possibly be?  A food that a "Pure" digimon hates?! Just what kind of food is it?!

Beans. That's the name of the food that Solisamon despites wholeheartedly. Hiro believes it's due to her being part oni. Though Gulus states that the girl has always been this way about the particular vegetable.

Wished they figured that out before Solisamon ran away from them. Tears of betrayal ran down her soft pink cheeks. Claiming that her brothers must hate her for feeding her a harmful weapon! Had they lost their minds?!

Why?! Why would they do this to her?! Had she not been good?! Cleaning the room, going to Digischool, and even saving verses for a living. Were hugs and her undying love for her dear brothers not enough?! Ugh! Never would Solisamon ever give any one beans! Even to their worst enemies!

One being sealed within her. That says something! End Bringer kills world yet he is spared the "BEAN PLATE OF HELL"! Maybe this shows how they viewed her in their eyes.

BEANS FOR FOUR NIGHT STRAIGHT IS THE FINAL STRAW! SOLISAMON IS NEVER GOING HOME EVER AGAIN!!

Sayonara mean brothers! Solisamon shall cut ties with you for your unspeakable betrayal. From here on out, Solisamon shall be on her own!

Good thing that Haneul called Hiro to inform him that his younger sister was at their house. Appearing in the dead of night, looking like she was upset about something. Hiro sounded so relieved on the phone. Otherwise, Hiro would be hospitalized for the massive heart attack in history for worrying.

He was going to go get her but Hanuel suggested to give her some time. Promising to look after her till she was ready to return home. Getting to the bottom of the situation to help resolve it quickly.

"You ran away from home....because Hiro tried to give a meal of....roasted beans?" In all their run away cases, this had to be the poorest excuse to run away that Hanuel ever heard.

Really now. Haneul can think of hudreds if not thousands of better reasons to run away from home. A meal that does not suit one's liking should not be one of them! He theorizes that Hiro is having more of an influence on her than he and Mei believed.

Darn it, if Solisamon starts loving spicy foods than Mei wins the pool of no refusal favors for a month.

"Brothers betray! Solisamon never go home again!" Solisamon huffed. Her tail curled to her side while she squeezed a nearby pillow.

Seems like Solisamon has reached her rebellious stage. Though it seems like it take her longer to forgive them. Maybe she forgive them sooner. Hard to say since all are different in their own way.

Bokomon could not help but let out a soft chuckle. He had gone through a similar situation with his son Herissmon.Something about getting to go to a late night meeting at a local skate park. Skateboard had became a sport which Herissmon became in love with. Even made his very own board with parts he earned himself. Their fight was regarding how much time his son would spent at the park to practice skateboarding. After about twenty verbal fights and two straight weeks with exchanging words, the two finally came to a compromise of two hours on fridays. Neemon personally made both accept the terms of the agreement.

Yes. Fear the wrath of a father who disapproves of fights between his husband and son. Ones for matters that do not require such fights to begin with. Might be one of the few times which Bokomon got the book thrown at him for a change.

If he and Herissmon could make up then Solisamon would surely make ammends with her brothers too.

"Hmph!" In a huff, Solisamon opened a portal. A digiverse must have called out to her.

Angry or not. That does not justi that she should go in alone. Bokomon and Hanuel always lecture Hiro about stuff like this. He was now responsible for not on but now TWO younger siblings. Meaning he has to assure both their health and safety! They would be hypocrites if they allow Solisamon to fly solo on this verse. Her anger could cloud her judgement, may landing her into serious trouble if she's not careful.

Welp. TIME FOR ADVENTURE!!!

They soon arrived at the verse which had requested them. Aromas from all sorts of foods filled their noses. Pumpmon mouth watered from all the smells. Food! Food restaurants from as far as the eye could see.

Edible rice platter with shrimps and an assortment of vegetables. Curry with savory potatoes and tender pork that melts on one's tongue. Sweets and sugary confections from the local stall booths that were just begging to to be tried. This is a food paradise to all who love delicious meals.

"Solisamon been here before. This is Gourmet Digital World, a place were every with digimon is skilled chef. A really good friend needs help here" Solisamon explained as she guided the way to their destination.

"Does Hiro know about this place?" Bokomon asked, seeing quite a few ramen stands that he knew the trouble magnet would simply adore.

"NO! TRAOTORS NOT WELCOME!" Solisamon still seemed pretty mad at her tamer.

Though Hiro would probably upset a few of the chefs here with his whole spicy obsession.  Might even get kicked out of he really gets on the chef nerves.

Solisamon led them to a small ramen shop that appeared to be in that spot for a several years. There were slight cracks on the other bricks that seemed to be plastered over. The bright gray walls from the first opening has certainly dulled over years.  The LED neon sign  has stoped working correctly, only the "RA" in the "RAMEN" seem to be the only thing still functioning. The name of the shop was "Heartfelt Noodles". Something about this place seem to hold an aura that seems to make customers feel welcomed the moment they step in.

There a man came out to personally greet them. He appeared to be twenty eight years old. His hair was short and grey in a black fish like hair net. His eyes were cool blue orbs that help a kind spirit within them. He wore a white buttoned shirt which had short shelves, he wore pitch black jeans that were slightly baggy. A black happi over his white shirt. A light grey apron was tied around his waist. The scent of various spices appeared to come from the apron's pocket. Must be used in his day to day cooking. He wears twin white and black braided strape straw sandals. Around his left arm was a light brown spotted head bandana withich is firmly tied there.

Beside him was a Mikemon. A variant of the Gatomon line which is easily forgotten or does not seem to be shown much. He wore a grey and blue  head bandana over his head too. It did not take much thinking to see that these two were partners.

Business partners along with lifetime friends which run a ramen shop.

"Seems like we could be targeted next. For food critic, he's been better hatsh. Orgemon who ran the steak outback house was shutdown because of a roach in the 12 oz. Steak with mushrooms and garlic toppings. I've eaten there for uears. That place never had bugs. Even Roachmons are welcome as long as they keep their critters to themselves" Mikemon expresses his worry to his partner. "Hiroshi, we could lost the shop if we don't do something"

"I know. I spoke with Pepper and Meramon last night. She got a bad review from that Publimon who been rating restaurants in the area. Her five star curry was labelled a "Disgusting pile of disgust". They put their whole soul into their cooking! No way it be disgusting!" Hiroshi could not understand why the popular places were being shutdown for no reason.

"Hiroshi! Mikemon!" Solisamon ran ahead to greet the two owners with open arms.

"Hey there! Nice to see ya again Lisa! Came for another bowl?" Mikemon winked as he patted her head. His mood seemed to brighten a bit from seeing a friend.

"Seems like she brought friends. Come in, I'll fix ya up something tasting" Hiroshi rolled up his shelves and prepared to start cooking.

"Yay! Ramen! Ramen!" Solisamon chanted in excitement, as if her taste buds could not wait to sample such favor.

"Are you sure? We shouldn't trouble you if you are in need of help" Haneul was not sure that they should be stuffing their faces while Hiroshi needed help with something.

"Nonsense. You all are taking time out of your life to help me out. Plus no offense but you look like you need a hot meal. Seems like your life has been stressing you out. My ramen will help ease some stream off your shoulder" Hiroshi would not take no for an answer.

"Yup. Boss man will never turn down a hungry soul. Even if they can't afford the meal, it's on the house if they enjoy it" Mikemon gave them some dumplings as they wait to eat their ramen.

Solisamon gobble down her dumplings as if they were the last food in the entire verse. Pumpmon watched her for a bit before he tried one of his own, his eyes brighten. Then he mimicked Solisamon as he scurfed down his plate.

"Table manners you two! We are guests here! No food can be that hood to make you complete-" Bokomon tried a dumpling just as he was lecturing him. He ate them like an animal.

So much for table manners. Hehe!

Hanuel gave thanks for the food as he brought a dumpling to his mouth. One single bite held an explosion of flavors into his mouth. Like several mini fireworks hit his taste buds. Tears of bliss rain down his face.

THERE IS FOOD THIS HEAVENLY?! THESE DUMPLINGS MAKE OTHER DUMPLINGS SEEM LIKE THEY WERE EATING CARDBOARD. JUST WHATHAS THEY BEEN EATING IF THIS FOOD EXISTS?

"Like? Boss makes sure that guest have something to eat as they wait. Tea is unlimited and free. And you four are not listening....." Mikemon saw that they were too busy stuffing their faces to even listen to him.

Another case were he was a mere shadow that no one seems to notice. Well at Least Hiroshi always had his back.

"We are coming back here. We NEED this delicious food at least once a month!" Haneul was now addicted. This would be his new number one place to get food.

"Agreed!" Both Pumpmon and Bokomon agreed in perfect unison. Clearly they got hooked to the food too.

Solisamon already had her heart set on it. Hiro did not have to know of all her secrets. THAT'S WHAT HE GETS FOR HIS BETRAYAL!

Hiroshi then returned with three bowls of ramen. Each had a different fragrance, a heavenly scent that made them hungry all over again.

"One Egg noodle, steamed chicken chives, and chicken stock for the cutiepie hero" Hiroshi sent the bowl down. Smiling as the oni started to dig into her meal.

"Twin digiroot made noodles that have been soaked in the spice essence of sweet data. Carrots, Mushrooms, and chives in the shapes of candies. The broth is tasteless because the noodles taste should not be masked by any other flavor. As a little bonus, candy chop sticks" The bowl was set in front of Pumpmon who admired it like a work of art.

"You make art... Is it okay to eat it?" Pumpon was tore as he slowly picked up his chopsticks. To eat or not to eat?

"Go on. Eat" Mikemon encouraged. Giving the ultimate puppet digimon the push he needed.

"Huh? You have food from the Digital World too?" Bokomon asked while watching Pumpn enjoy his food.

"Yeah, Farmers and chefs work together in this world. I am one of the few who have six different farmers who deliver here. I tend to make recipes for digimon and humans. Just like my folks did back in the day. A few more recipes have been added thanks to me. Though some of the neighboring restaurants are welcomed to our supllies too" He smiled as he set down Bokomon bowl.

"I see. What is this?" He readied his chop sticks to get a taste.

"A broth made from the warm healing  water mixed with some herbs known for soothing nerves. I added some good quality crucian meat. Digi stalk musrooms along with some edamane beans too. Seaweed to give you a sense of the ocean taking away your troubles. " Hiroshi could sense Bokomon has been through a few troubles in his past. May this bowl ease some of his worries.

"Thank you!" He gave his thanks for the meal before he ate.

Hanuel smiled. This shop. They could not fully describe it but, it felt safe. Hiroshi had this aura around him. Like he was not only a chef, but a person you could relay your troubles too. Made it kind of sad to know he was troubled.

"And a simply Miso ramen bowl with a light sprinkle of spices. Since it's your first time, a simple bowl is the best way to start our friendship" Hiroshi smiled "Aye, Detective?"

"Y-you know?" Could Solisamon Hiroshi of his job?

"I have eyes for these things" He explained. "Ready to hear my case?"

"Yes. Please tell us" Hanuel shook off the shock. Getting out a notebook to take notes.

"Truth be told....there are only three restaurants still opened here" That fact shocked Solisamon enough to stop eatting.

"WHAAAAAAAAT?! B-but there are countless restaurants here!" She got so upset over that fact.

"There was till HE came" Mikemon growled in a low tone. Collecting the four empty bowls.

"He?" Bokomon repeated.

"A Publimon who became a food critic. He's only been here for a month, but he's shuts them down for reasons unknown. A few friends got their restaurants closed for not fitting his liking.  Pepper and Meramon are good friends of mine-" Hiroshi began his explaination. Though he was rudely interrupted.

"More like a girl that Hiroshi  been crushing on since he's met her six years ago" Mikemon added, being a little gremlin

"SHE IS JUST A FRIEND! HUSH! YOU GO CLEAN DISHES IN THE KITCHEN!" Hiroshi angrily pointed to the kitchen where Mikemon went to.

Solisamon and the others tried their best to not laugh.

"Basically, one of the other two restaurants are trying to close us down. I think they are paying Publimon to purposefully write bad reviews to get them to go out of business. Strange since there has not been any issue with any rivalry. We chefs never drive others out of business. Well the two other placesare relatively new" Hiroshi didn't think of that fact until he said it out loud.

"Interesting. That may mean that there were other outer forces that came here" Bokomon suggested

Solisamon shook her head. "No. Only can sense one"

"That means it's either Publimon or one of the owners" Pumpmon could see that they had their work cut out for them.

"What are the other two restaurants names?" Hanuel needed to know the details of the possible culprits.

"The "Bittersweet Cafe" is ran by Lady Devimon and a masked waiter. They specialized with making treats out of bitter sweet flavoring. Their appearance seems scary, so many are afraid to try a place. Little to no customers go there" Sounds like a valid reason to go to such a place.

"Bittersweet treats are excellent for late night study sessions" Bokomon would not mind giving the cafe a try.

"The other?" Pumpmon asked. He and Solisamon eating some dango.

"It's quite an elegant pasta and seafood place. A Metal Seadramon is the front face of the "Serpent Ocean". It's human partner is said to never leave the kitchen. Holding no desire to ever leave the place where the food is made" Hiroshi has been there a few times. Quite tasty he admitted.

"So both have owners which hide their true identities? Hmmmm..." Hanuel thought.

"Must be the "Bittersweet Cafe"! They have more reason than the fish place" Solisamon suggested.

"She could be right. Hiroshi did say that they were low on customers" Pumpmon agreed. Snagging the last dango before Solisamon could grab it.

Solisamon in turn forced a whole bottle of hot sauce down his throat. DO NOT TAKE SOLISAMON FOOD! NEVER!!

"That does not mean that the other place is innocent either. The cook of the "Serpent Ocean" is as suspicious as the cafe" Bokomon reminded as he gave Pumpmon some tea.

Hanuel looked out the window to see the two places in question. All that would be needed was an interrogation.  Though they already had a feeling that they knew the true culprit.

Solisamon was to remain behind while the others went to meet the owners. Since Solissmon visits this verse, her presence may cause suspicious. That and it would be best to have someone there to face Publimon. They had two hours till he would come to the "Heartfelt Noodles". They needed to be quick.

For something called the "Bittersweet Cafe", the shop actually looked quite cute. The other walls were black with soft lavender curtains tied in dark red laced bows. Steel outdoor tables with black steel frames that had strange heart designs. Myotismon like bats seem to be the staff there, carrying trays of food over their heads. Eack wearing a grey bowtie as their uniform. Inside the floor was made from dark purple and red tiles. Black pine wooden tables covered in dark crimson tablecloths. A vase of  purple carnations decorated the shop with not just their beauty but smell as well. At the glass counter full of pastries, Lady Devimon was there.

"Hello there" Hanuel walked up to the counter. Bokomon with them to examine the menu.

How could he still be hungry?!

"Welcome to the "Bittersweet Cafe", how may we satisfy your appetites?" Lady Devimon asked. Quite respectful for her species of digimon.

"Yes I like to-" Hanuel was about to speak when Bokomon interrupted them.

"Two Tiramisu mini size with one large french vanila coffee. Two sugars, three creams, a light splash of milk which should be lightly stirred four times" He made his order.

Boy...coffee shops must LOVE him. That order was the simplest ever.

"Bokomon, we are here for stuff other than food remember?" Hanuel asked with a tick mark of annoyance on their face.

Kami...they should have went to movies with Mei. They regretted saying no now. Ugh why can't this happen to the others?! Just why?!

"Is there a problem?" A waiter wearing a black leather bat mask with purple crystal eyes approached them.

"BATMAN?! IT'S HIM! BOKO, HANUEL, HE'S REAL!! HE'S REALLY REAL" Pumpmon fangirled as he was a great fan if anything halloween related.

Bats being the superhero signature made him a high rank on the list.

Hanuel handled the questioning alone. Mainly since one of their partners wanted to sample the restaurant. The other mistaking the owner for a beloved hero idol of the hearts of kids everywhere. Clearly they BROUGHT the wrong digimon for the investigation.

They loved their partners more then they could ever possible express, but it was clear that Solisamon would have been better at looking into the culprits with. At least for this one case.

From what they could gather from the  owner. It seems that the cafe has been struggling to find ways to draw in customers, since they are being suspected of hiring Publimon. Though they can barely keep the place afloat. Let alone hire this digimon.

Though the true eye opener was seeing "Serpent Ocean" Metal Seadramon chatting with the Publimon in question. He seemed to be handing him a large briefcase full of thousands of digidollars.

CAUGHT RED HANDED!

"So it was "Serpent Ocean" who was paying Publimon off" Pumpon was a bit preeved that he was wrong.

Hanuel glared at the scene. HOW LOW COULD THIS RESTAURANT BE?! Hiroshi said that this place was better off than most. So why even do this?

Publimon yelped before he took off. Going to "Heartfelt Noodles" to but the close sign on their door.

THAT LITTLE-

"Why?!" Hanuel glared. More anger than they have ever been.

"Well I can't allow the boss's daughter be in loved with a ramen shop owner!" Metal Seadramon roared as he lunged towards them.

"Trick or Treat!" On cue a huge pumpkin fell from the sky and knocked out the sea serpent out cold.

"Huh? Thought that be a bit more of a challenge" Bokomon felt that was a bit underwhelmed.

Hanuel however did not suspected that was it. They went in the restaurant to have a chat with the chef themselves.

Solisamon herself was on stake out duty. Well sampling the heavenly food that Hiroshi made. Like an endless buffet, the "Pure" Digimon could eat forever. Till a plate of roast beans were placed in front of her.

WAS THIS PLATE GOING TO PULL THE TRAITOR CARD TOO?!

"Hm?" Hiro could see the dissatisfied look on the oni girl face. Clearly a case of "HATED FOOD" was present on her face.

"Hate beans! Evil! Evil and hurtful!!" Solisamon shoved the plate violently back to Mikemon. Her eyes demanding that he take the foul vegetables back.

"Not gonna try it?" Hiroshi asked, his blue orbs locking a gaze with Solisamon teal ones.

Solisamon shook her head in refusal. She rather be kissed by a Numemon who is the flithest of his kind, get her identity taken by Betsumon, Have Eyesmon steal her eyes, finally she would delete herself by having Gulus devour her. ALL THAT RATHER THEN TO EVEN LOOK AT THE  ROASTED BEANS.

"Okay then" Hiroshi took the plate back. This confused the younger digimon

"You no mad or going to force Solisamon to eat it?" This certainly differ from her brothers reactions.

"We all have foods we don't agree with. That is perfectly okay. No one likes every food. There will always be something wrong with it in their eyes. Though that shows our differences, to show that some times we don't have to always be the perfect picture of someone in others eyes. No one can force you to eat a meal that you hate. Though the best think you can do is to at least show the person who prepared the meal that you appreciate it.

That made Solisamon recall actions to the foul meal which Hiro made. Hiro was always fatigued from his world making the country. He was constantly exchausted from school life and his digimon involved life. Though he always made sure Solisamon eat. How upset had he been when she disregard the dish he took such time and effort to made?  Sure she hated it, though she never did say "thank you". She should talk to them when they get back. Many sorry were in order.

Just then the door flew open. Publimon had arrived as he promised. What he did not account for was the severe zaps from Solisamon horns which came from startling her.

He was burned to a crisp. Wishing he had knocked. JUST WHO WAS THIS CHICK?!

Solisamon blinked a few times then shrugged. Hanuel dod tell her to stop him. Never said it had to be on purpose.

Great! Hiroahi place was safe. Soon the other restaurants would reopen and all will be well again. Just have to wait for the others.

Solisamon decided to take this to make a call. With permission, she borrowed Hiroshi phone to make a call. All she could hopw was that he answered. Something to do while the Detective and his Watsons were busy.

Hanuel took a slight detour as the three of them were heading back to Hiroshi. He learned that the boss only hired Publimon to shut down HIROSHI place. The others were closed by someone else. Someone that no one would suspect if their OWN restaurant was closed. One who was the blind love of their friend.

Pepper and Meramon who ran the Curry shop. Their reason? To make Hiroshi pay more attention to his girl than some crumbling down old excuse for a restaurant. Not caring about the years of history which it held. Gathering the evidence, Pepper would be making food for only inmates now.

Forced love is no excuse for giving up something dear to the hearts of many. Seems that was the reason her bitter curry with bitter sauce was popular. For it reflected the true nature of her heart.

Hiroshi was crushed that his childhood friend and crush had did this. Mikmon comforted him as the grown man sobbed for a good fifteen minutes. Resuming to cook his soul deep into his cooking.

The group could tell with his heart and support of those who TRULY care for him, than he make a speedy recovery. Thus they bid farewell to the Gourmet Digital World.

Though they would visit. They were hooked to it now. Needing a fix once a month. Soon the others learned of the wonderland of food. These became their special get away place.

Solisamon making up to her brothers, treating them to any meal they wanted.

For even if a meal does not satisfy one's taste. Always show the appreciate for the time and effort put into making it. An hour put into a meal shows that person took some of their time to prepare such a love filled meal. So never forget to say "Thank you" EVEN IF THE FOOD JUST SO HAPPENS TO BE ROASTED BEANS!!!