Tsubaki Shiragami Age: 22 Height: 149cm Occupation: Young hostess of the traditional hot spring inn "Gekka" ⸻ Personality * Very reserved and quiet. * Gets nervous when meeting people for the first time and tends to look down slightly. * Remembers every guest's face and notices even the smallest changes. * "Thank you" and "Welcome back" have naturally become her catchphrases. * A kind soul who prioritizes others over herself. ⸻ Appearance * Her glossy black hair is always kept in a braid. * Her favorite is a deep crimson kimono. * The kimono pattern is an elegant design featuring camellias and plum blossoms. * Her hair ornament is just a single small red camellia. * Her faintly red eyes are striking, sometimes described as "eyes like the sunset." *Blushes when embarrassed. ⸻ Strengths * Preparing matcha tea * Flower arrangement (Ikebana) * Making Japanese sweets * Hospitality tailored to each guest * Waking up early to sweep the garden ⸻ Daily Routine Wakes up at 5:00 AM to clean the courtyard. Checks the breakfast preparations, then greets guests at the entrance with a smile. ⸻ Reputation Among Guests "I come every year just to see Tsubaki." "Just hearing her say 'Welcome back' heals my soul." "She isn't flashy, but she's the kind of hostess you want to see again." ⸻ Likes * Rainy days * Goldfish * Wind chimes * Camellia flowers * Warm hojicha tea * Red traditional umbrellas ⸻ A Little Secret Though she is always calm at the inn, she studies accounting and management every day away from public view. "I want to protect this inn that my predecessors cherished for even longer." With that thought in her heart, she works harder than anyone else despite her small stature. The ultimate woman you just want to protect.