Toh didn't find her in her room the next morning. For a moment, he panicked, thinking she had left. But he hears humming and the smell of food. He sighed deeply, put on his clothes, and walked down the stairs.
Sumire was there in the kitchen, cooking and humming a melody. Judging from the bags in the doorway, Narasaki must have dropped by already. Seeing him, she waves him over, and he helps her set the table.
"So, what truly brings you here all this time?" Sumire asked.
"You." Toh didn't hesitate to reply.
Sumire laughed. "I know you're in love with me, but there must be something else."
He raises his eyebrow. Why does she think there is something else? This isn't like her, no. This is how she was when they first met, she was cautious and suspected everybody had hidden motives.
"I heard the boss's plans regarding you. It's not safe." Toh muttered.
