Having no other choice, Himari had to follow Jun's demand. She didn't dare to continue ignoring him when it was evident that he withheld something important from her.
"...fine, let's talk."
A faint joy flickered in Jun's eyes. It was a stark contrast to how sullen Himari looked.
Himari rose up to her feet, the hem of her dress fluttered above her knees.
"Himari! You don't have to go!"
Nanako grabbed Himari's wrist, eyes brimming with concern.
She didn't know what made Himari succumb to Jun's pressure but, like hell that she would allow that man to toy with her friend.
Himari glanced at the hand enclasping her wrist. She slowly pushed Nanako's hand, "It's okay. I won't go that far."
"But..."
"Really," Himari answered firmly.
Seeing that Himari was adamant, Nanako could only relent to her friend's wish.
