"Normal"

"Thoughts"

"Italian"

~Continued from the last chapter

Tsuna's P.O.V

"Master, this is Fenice Cerchio and Bellezza Verita. They were part of the latest batch of new recruits from two months ago. Fenice-kun, Bellezza-san, this is the Vongola Family's current Boss, the Vongola Decimo Tsunayoshi Sawada."--Cirillo said

Hmm.. Cerchio? Why does that name sound familiar? I swear I've heard it before.. But, where? Oh well. Anyway, this is the one with the voice of a teen. And the female is the one with the voice of a mature woman. Eh.. Voices sure can be deceiving.. If they didn't divulge that they are the same age as me and my Guardians, I would've thought that they are a bit older than me.. Probably by a year or two.

"Hello. It's nice to meet you two. How are you?"--I said as I extend my right hand for a handshake

I saw Cirillo-san gently nudge the arm of the one named Fenice, probably to snap him out of his thought?

Fenice-kun shakily accepted my handshake. I smiled at him before turning to the one named Bellezza and offered her a handshake too, to which she happily accepted.

"I-It's our pleasure to meet you, Master! Just like everyone else, we're healthy and sound."--Fenice-kun said while Bellezza-chan nodded in agreement.

"That's good to hear. Please sit. I want to have a little chat with you two."--I said while gesturing on the seats in front of me

For some reason, both Fenice-kun and Bellezza-chan visibly tense after what I've said. Oh no. Did I say something wrong?

"B-But.. W-We're supposed to.."--I heard Fenice-kun muttered, probably unsure whether to accept my invitation or not, until Cirillo-san put one hand on his shoulder and another on Bellezza-chan's shoulder.

"Go on, you two. This is your chance."--Cirillo-san said before facing me and bowing his head. 

"We'll then, I should go and prepare your food, Young Master. Please excuse me."--Cirillo-san said

I nodded and Cirillo-san went back to his working station. I turned my attention back to the two, who's still standing. Smiling, I pat the seat in front of me. Finally after a few seconds, they hesitantly took their seats in front of me.

"I should start by saying my apologies. I'm terribly sorry if I took a long time to meet you. Either my paperwork and meetings with the other Families took up most of my time everyday, so I haven't been able to meet the new recruits for the staff and home security."--I said

Fenice-kun and Bellezza-chan shook their heads.

"T-There's no need for you to apologize, Master. We fully understand."--Fenice-kun said

"Thank you very much. Okay, now let's move on. How's your experience being part of the Vongola Family, so far?"--I said 

Fenice-kun and Bellezza-chan started taking turns of telling me their experiences being members of the Vongola Family. I'm quite pleased of their narratives. Seems like everyone is treating each other appropriately. That's good. Soon, the tension in the air between me and the two slowly dissipated as our conversation drag on. Now, we're talking like our boss-servant relationship doesn't matter and we're just old friends catching up. 

That's what I like. For some reason, I'm still a bit uncomfortable being highly regarded by other people, so I sometimes insists the staff of the Mansion to call me Tsuna. However, it seems like to them, calling me just by Tsuna is a major offense punishable by death, so they refuse to call me by my name without honorifics. I think that's one of the reasons why most of them call me 'Master'.

Me, Fenice-kun and Bellezza-chan talked for a few more minutes before Cirillo-san came with my food. Wishing for me to eat in peace, Fenice-kun and Bellezza-chan asked me permission to let them go back to their work. I gave them a smile and a nod, dismissing them.

For the next 15 minutes, I quietly eat my food as I watch everyone do their work.

~Back to the Story's POV~

Tsuna carefully wipe his mouth with a napkin, clearing away bits of food that are lingering in the corners of his mouth. After a few seconds, he folded the napkin and place it beside the plate as Cirillo approach him.

"Are you finished eating, Master?"--Cirillo said

"Yes, I am. Thank you so much, Cirillo-san. The Panzerotti you made was different from the few others I've eaten before. It was heavenly delicious."--Tsuna said with a close-eyed smile. 

Cirillo felt extremely flattered. The recipe he used to make the Panzerotti, is the one passed down in his family for years, and he is exhilarated that Tsuna, his Boss and one of the most important people in his life, said it was more delicious than the others he ate before.

Tsuna always requests sweets and biscuits for Merenda (Light afternoon meal). He seldom to never requests for a Panzerotti or a Calzone or anything that is not a bite-sized food for snacks. The reason why is because, due to his busy schedule for almost everyday, Tsuna needs a very quick recharge of his energy before going off to whatever issue that requires his attention. Time is crucial in the Mafia, especially if you're the Boss of the most prominent Mafia Family. 

Ah, seldom or never enjoying his snacks is one of the cons of being the capo di tutti capi (Boss of all Bosses). Poor Tsuna.

"Thank you so much, Master. I am well pleased that you found my Panzerotti delicious."--Cirillo said

"I'd like to eat one again if I'm given the chance."--Tsuna said as he open his eyes

"Of course! Just say the word, and I'll make the best Panzerotti for you, Master."--Cirillo said  

"I will look forward to it, Cirillo-san... Well then, I should leave now and go to my room to freshen up before dinner."--Tsuna said as he rise from his seat.

"I hope the food that we're preparing for you and your Guardians' dinner tonight will also be satisfactory for you, Master."--Cirillo said as he walk Tsuna to the door.

"I'm sure it will. Do you mind if I take a minute or two to address everyone before I leave?"--Tsuna said

"No, I don't mind at all, Master... Everyone, attention!"--Cirillo said, loud enough for everyone to hear and make them stop their movements and pay attention.

"Well everyone, I had a great time with you even though it was only for a little bit. I've learned so many things just by observing you all. Honestly, I'm terribly impressed at how you work. It was amazing, all of you seemed to be in sync and your movements are refined. If I hadn't known that I'm in the kitchen, I would think that I'm in a talent show."--Tsuna said with a chuckle making everyone laugh

"Keep doing an amazing job, everyone. I'm thankful and grateful that you are all part of the Vongola Family. I apologize if I seldom visit or even have a talk with you. But know that if you have any problems, don't hesitate to approach me and talk to me about it. I'll help you with the best of my abilities."--Tsuna said

"Thank you very much, Master. You don't have to apologize for anything. We completely understand you and fully lend our support to you."--a female chef said

"That's right. We're also thankful that you are our beloved Boss, Master."--another chef said

"Serving you and the Vongola Family is an honor. We couldn't ask for more than that, Master."--another chef chimed in.

"Besides, having you here and observing us for a little bit of time as you said, is already a big reward for our work, Master."--another chef said

Everyone agreed in chorus. Tsuna smiled.

"Really? I'm glad to hear that. Well then, I should leave. Oh, I almost forgot, Fenice-kun and Bellezza-chan?"--Tsuna called

"Yes, Master?"--The two said in unison

"It was nice talking to the both of you. I'll let you two know when I'm free and we can talk about many things again."--Tsuna said

"Really? Thank you, Master!"--the two said, their eyes twinkling in excitement.

"Hahaha.. Alright, I will go now. Thank you again everyone! I'll see you all later!"--Tsuna said as Cirillo open the door for him

"We'll see you later, Master!"--everyone said as Tsuna exit the kitchen

Tsuna went back to his office to find a bunch of letters on his desk. A sigh escape the Don's lips as he lazily sat on his chair and took one of the letters. Upon knowing that the letter bears the crest of the Cavallone Family, Tsuna strengthen his posture; a hint of caution crept up in his eyes as his hands slowly open the letter. Tsuna held his breath as he read the contents of the letter. But, as he nears the end of the paper, his posture and his cautious eyes relax.

"I'm looking forward to your Honorary Visit at my place, little bro.. See you next month.."--Tsuna muttered as he finish reading the letter

"Ah, Dino-san.. I hope the training room in his Mansion is already fixed.. I've sent enough reparation money for it, a week after the previous Honorary Visit.. Geez, it was sort of a mistake to bring Kyoya to accompany me for my Honorary Visits last time.. Not only did he spent three days of my five-day Honorary Visit to the Cavallone Family sparring with Dino-san, he also almost caused some maids and guards suffer heart attacks, just because they are "too close" or "crowding" around him."-- Tsuna said to himself as he picked up another letter and opened it.

"Ah, this one's from Enma.."

Tsuna continue reading the letters on his desk. Turns out, all of them came from the 15 Major Families under the Vongola Alliance, reminding Tsuna about his Honorary Visits that will take place next month. As he read the letters, Tsuna recalled several memories from his first Honorary Visits where he had his Storm Guardian and Cloud Guardian to accompany him. The Honorary Visits were a raging success, despite a few ruckus caused by Gokudera and Hibari just because Gokudera thought a subordinate said anything negative about Tsuna or Hibari thought a subordinate is "too close" to him.

Tsuna gulp. His Guardians are over-the-top sometimes.

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A/N: Hello everyone! This is my newest fanfiction of Katekyo Hitman Reborn. I do not own the anime and the characters. They belong to Akira Amano-sensei. Hope you enjoy reading!