"Why are you just now deciding to make an appearance? Did President Mari really put you under a lot of pressure? I could tell Meiko, who was usually so reliable, couldn't possibly be this late. So, I could only assume she must have seen me and Mari chatting.
"You know?"
"I can tell from your troubled expression that something's bothering you. If you need to let it out, we can find a more private place to talk. It's getting chilly out here."
As our conversation stretched on, the night grew darker, and I couldn't help but feel uneasy in the presence of the empty school building that loomed around us.
"Hey Kiyoshi, before we get into that, I just wanted to remind you..." Meiko's eyes narrowed, and I couldn't detect any signs of her earlier nervousness when she encountered Mari.
"It seems you have misunderstood. Even though I agree to listen to you, that doesn't mean our position has changed, so before other people also misunderstand, stop your friendly attitude towards me."
Well, that's the end of it. I can't really blame her for holding onto her power. Despite my well-thought-out plan and her agreement, she still saw me as just another man in the same category as them.
"I don't mind, but now I see that the boys have also gotten the wrong idea," I said casually as I made my way towards the prison door. I stood there, patiently waiting for Meiko, my feet refusing to take another step.
She took a deep breath and approached me. Together, we entered the prison block. Before we went in, she made sure to lock the door. It was the one thing she couldn't break.
Meiko still doesn't seem to grasp the fact that she broke it before. I even have a spare key that she carelessly left behind. It reminds me of the key I absentmindedly left in the prison bathroom right before that unforgettable night unfolded.
"Where are you going?" Meiko asked, causing me to pause in my tracks. She seemed exhausted as she spoke once more:
"So, are we gonna talk about what went down today?... You can wait in the usual place while I check on the other prisoners."
She walked away before I could even say anything. I'm pretty sure the boys are in the recreation room by now, so I should have enough time to quickly check something.
As I made up my mind, my pace quickened until I found myself standing in front of the bathroom designated for prison guards.
Unlike the harsh conditions endured by prisoners, where they are forced to use cramped and unsanitary toilets in their cells, I was pleasantly surprised by the refreshing scent of room freshener that greeted me as soon as I opened the door.
This room has a chilly atmosphere and gives off a sense of being sterile. There are only two toilet cubicles available, and since Meiko is usually the only one in charge, it seems like a shame to leave one of them unused.
"Next time, I'll just kindly request to use this toilet. I mean, considering all I've done for her, it's not too unreasonable, right?"
After blurting out some inappropriate nonsense, I stepped into one of the stalls and cautiously stood on top of the toilet. I effortlessly retrieved an item I had stashed in the ceiling with my arms.
As I sensed the key's presence, a wave of relief washed over me before I made my way down. Right at that moment, Meiko's voice, loud and echoing in her high heels, could be heard entering the bathroom.
"Hey, Kiyoshi! What are you doing here, don't tell me you're pooping?"
'What the fuck, that bitch, she really doesn't want me to dirty her special toilet, huh,' Just as my feet had just touched the floor, the door swung open, and Meiko stormed in.'
Her piercing stare made me uneasy, but I could only shrug my shoulders before clarifying that she had misunderstood. Meiko then inspected the toilet I was sitting on, visibly relieved.
"Hmph, I won't forgive you if you take a shit in this toilet... as it says on the outside, this bathroom is specifically for guards, and Mari might need it someday. I can't imagine she will use the same toilet as you."
'Hey Kiyoshi, don't get mad at her right now... this is just her showing what she feels to you, no, to a man... you just have to change that wrong perception.'
After managing to regain my composure, a small, knowing grin finally appeared on my face. She didn't seem to grasp the impact of her words as she immediately attempted to pull me away. However, I quickly held her back.
"Hold on a sec, Vice President, if we want to discuss something secret, isn't this place suitable?"
"Hmm, I've got the prisoners all locked up in their cells, so it shouldn't be a problem at all… I think it's just to be safe."
Meiko agreed with my idea for some reason, and I felt a surge of excitement. Memories of the intimate moments we shared in this toilet cubicle that night came rushing back to me.
It was the boys' first day of punishment, and after dealing with their misbehavior, Meiko was left exhausted both physically and mentally. Perhaps due to fortunate circumstances, I found an opportunity to take advantage of her exhaustion and drowsiness to let me do something pervert to her body.
The sound of something hitting the ground echoed through the room.
Meiko swung her right leg over the toilet to rouse me. As I groggily lifted my head, I found her casually leaning against the wall, looking completely at ease. She crossed her arms under her ample chest and looked at me, giving off an air of superiority.
Despite my initial anger, I couldn't help but be taken aback when I caught sight of her vivid purple panties, perfectly showcased as her legs were raised.
"First of all, what's the deal with tomorrow? You mentioned those pesky beasts are up to something. Care to fill me in?"
As I looked up from her panties and met her eyes, I began to share some of my knowledge. Naturally, I decided to skip any mention of Gakuto, the mastermind, or Chiyo, who had offered to help me.