Chapter 82 - 79: A Girl In Love
The rain began to intensify, and the fog grew thicker.
Amid the poor visibility and muffled sounds, I sensed an unpleasant presence approaching from behind.
The distinct sound of muddy earth splashing under deliberately heavy footsteps.
Ayanokouji noticed it, of course, and Nanase seemed to pick up on it as well.
When I turned around, I saw the fluttering crimson hair of a student who had come to an abrupt stop.
"Looks like it's gonna pour, senpai!"
Emerging from the mist was Ichika Amasawa from Class 1-A.
There were no signs of other students around her, and she wasn't carrying a backpack or tablet.
How had she made it all the way here? At the very least, this couldn't be a mere coincidence.
"Please stay behind me."
While I observed Amasawa, Nanase—still visibly fatigued—stepped in front of us.