Chapter 79 - 70
Chapter 70: 13s Jason
When Ryoma returned to his seat, Rize was still quietly reading her book, barely glancing up as she spoke.
"What did they want?"
"Nothing much," Ryoma answered smoothly. "They asked about the 'Gecko' incident. They were caught up in his attack yesterday, so I explained that I expelled him."
"That's all?" Rize asked, her tone casual but her gaze sharp.
"That's all," Ryoma confirmed.
Rize said no more, returning her focus to her book.
Downstairs, Touka resumed her role as a waitress as if nothing had happened.
Meanwhile, Hinami looked noticeably happier, and the sadness that once lingered on Ryoko's face seemed to have lifted.
It was clear that learning Asaki Fueguchi was still alive had brought them some relief.
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