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Noelle didn't realize that she had become a 'scrooge' in Crystal's eyes, and obliviously led her back to Samantha's office.
Emilia had of course heard the sound of the lift, and had already ended Samantha's 'treatment' as she waved her goodbye.
Before Crystal could even fully get out of the lift, her friend had already dragged her back in as she hurriedly bowed to the girl's older sister as the lift slid shut.
"G-Geez, what's the hurry?"
Emilia giggled. "Ehehe, you don't know my sister, but she's very needy when it comes to me. I just finished placating her to let me stay over with you for longer, you know? Staying any longer might undo all the effects of my treatment!"
Crystal blinked, having never got that kind of impression from the cold-looking older girl. "Eh? T-There's such a thing?"
Emilia nodded. "Her facade is very good. Anyway, keep this a secret, alright?"
"O-Of course."
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