Suzuki Aki's mouth gaped. He was actually expecting to be scolded by his sibling – to be told how much she resented him, but none came.
For the past three years since their parents passed away and he took over their family business, he couldn't count how many times he and Ara had argued because he couldn't be bothered taking a break from work and spend time with her. Even after he heard some news about her misconduct at school, he didn't bother because it wasn't her who was at a disadvantage.
He thought, she was just at her rebellious phase, and it'd pass after she got tired of misbehaving. After all, his sister was originally level headed and mature. It was also the reason why he didn't take her mischief seriously.
But he was wrong. He was oh so wrong.
His neglect nearly cost him her life.
"Is something the matter?"Ara asked, and he snapped out of his reverie.
