For a moment, Cassie is startled, but she thought about Martha's concern when the bully increased.
"Maria has always been concerned about my well-being. She was the one who rushed to get me back here."
"Idiot, I was the one who asked your manager to bring you back."
Hino was? But doesn't Hino resent her due to what happened three years ago? 'I have always had guilty feelings towards him since his confession.' That was why whenever she visited, she only ever came to see Yuhi.
"The rumors came at a bad time, but I initially intended for you to return. I am sorry it took so long, though. Somebody was interfering abroad and intentionally making it difficult for you."
Intentionally? Who could it be? Did she anger anybody in particular?
Many people dislike her, but would somebody go so far as to sabotage her?
"I'll arrange a new manager for you eventually. But for now, tell me whenever she says anything."
