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Chapter 57 - The Mystery Begins

Shizuru and Hino were walking in peace when suddenly, Shizuru was called on the phone. The caller was SEVEN, a journalist asking Shizuru to make a retraction due to a recent article she had written.

"It's me, SEVEN! Remove the article you just did against me!" Shizuru, with surprise and shock, asked, "Are you the journalist who wrote that article about Riku's marriage for the sake of their management's success?"

Her voice dripping with slight aggression, Shizuru continued, "In that case, you'd be better off writing a fan fiction instead and choosing a better trope for it."

Shizuru took a breath, trying to hold back the fiery desire to burn down anyone who dares to ask her to retract the article. She knew better than anyone that she spoke the harsh truth that everyone was trying to hide.

But she also knew that being a journalist is a profession that requires a certain amount of tact and diplomacy. So, taking a deep breath and calming herself down, she responds in a calmer and more subdued voice:

"I'm sorry, but as a journalist, it is my duty to report the truth no matter how hard it may be."

As Shizuru puts away her phone, she feels a sense of relief and pride for standing up for herself. With that out of the way, she looks around and savors the peaceful and romantic atmosphere of her date with Hino.

The beautiful scenery, the warm sunlight, and the presence of Hino make it a perfect date. She feels lucky to have him by her side and this thought warms her heart. Now she only has to worry about whether Hino enjoyed their romantic walk as much as she did.

Shizuru and Hino continue their romantic date and as the sun starts to set, they find the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the view. As the sun's last rays of light bathe the sky in hues of orange and red, they sit by each other and take in the moment.

Hino holds Shizuru's hand and gently brushes a strand of hair away. Shizuru smiles and leans into Hino, feeling grateful to have him by her side. Their gaze meets and they exchange a sweet smile.

As the sun sets and darkness creeps into the sky, Hino and Shizuru decide to call it a day and head home.

Shizuru and Hino are on their way back home from their date. Though the evening was perfect, something feels odd.

As they walk slowly toward their apartment, Hino senses a lurking presence, but when he turns around, he sees nothing.

Shizuru brushes it off, as she's used to him being suspicious for no apparent reason, but she too feels uneasy. In the corner of her eye, she sees a shadowy figure, but when she turns to face it, it suddenly disappears, leaving her slightly rattled.

As Shizuru and Hino reach the apartment building, Shizuru holds Hino's hand tightly, feeling a bit uneasy. Hino tries to reassure her, but he too cannot shake off the anxious feeling. As the two of them reach the front entrance, Hino opens the door and pulls Shizuru towards him, wanting to help her feel safer.

Shizuru leans into Hino's embrace and they go inside, still anxious from the strange incident they just witnessed.

Inside the apartment, Shizuru and Hino feel a bit more at ease, but they still cannot shake off the odd feeling. As the two of them take off their shoes and relax, Shizuru turns to Hino, who had been thinking about their situation. "Do you feel it too? Like we're being watched?"

Shizuru asks Hino, who nods, confirming that he too feels the same tension. Shizuru sighs and leans her head against Hino, feeling comforted by his presence. Hino squeezes her hand, letting her know that he's there for her and that everything will be okay.

Shizuru and Hino had a busy day, but they decided to take some time for themselves to relax. As they settle on the sofa, Shizuru is wearing comfortable clothes and Hino is wearing casual ones to match. He sits next to her while she leans on his shoulder, their legs are casually touching as they engage in a conversation. the atmosphere is relaxing and comfortable, as they both enjoy their intimate moment together.

Their easy, laidback demeanour suggests a close connection between them and Shizuru felt at peace. She could feel her exhaustion melt away as she relaxed in Hino's company, enjoying this soothing moment together.

Shizuru and Hino settled down on the sofa to have dinner while watching TV. Shizuru was exhausted from her long day, but Hino's presence made her feel at peace. She leaned against his shoulder and they engaged in a casual conversation.

The atmosphere was relaxed and comfortable, and she felt a close bond with Hino. As she ate dinner, her exhaustion melted away and she felt grateful to have Hino by her side.

After finishing dinner, they kept watching TV and enjoying each other's company. It was a peaceful and intimate night, and one that Shizuru would never forget.

In a moment of peace and tranquility, Shizuru and Hino were eating dinner while watching the news on TV.

Suddenly, they noticed a breaking news story about a secret organization. They both turned to the TV, feeling both shock and tension.

As they watched, they saw footage of the secret organization carrying out a series of nefarious and dangerous acts. This was not something they thought they'd see on the news, but it was clear that something was very wrong.

Shizuru and Hino exchanged a look, both feeling terrified and unsure of what this meant for them and the world in general.

Though they had encountered the secret organization, for them, it was a sign that their enemies had finally found a worthy opponent and a couple willing to fight for what's right for the world.

This realization left Shizuru and Hino feeling both determined and scared, but nevertheless, they were ready to take on the challenge and do whatever it took to take down the secret organization and protect their loved ones and the rest of the world against a powerful and dangerous enemy.

Shizuru and Hino took a deep breath, ready to uncover and expose the unknown truth, no matter what it took.

For them, it was a matter of doing what was right and protecting their loved ones as well as the rest of the world from a powerful and dangerous organization.

They were determined to uncover the unknown truth no matter the cost and would never back down from this challenge.