While many other people were walking with blissful expressions, only Akane, who appeared out of nowhere, approached Hina with her darkened mood.
Hina was stupefied, as she had never seen this side of Akane before in the time she had known her. On the one hand, she was worried about what had happened to her, but it felt a bit repulsive to ask her what that was.
It was as if her instinct was telling her not to socialize herself with the girl.
This was the first time it had happened to Hina, which made her feel guilty toward her benefactors, who always cheered her up during those dark days.
"Big sis, Akane. You are alone?".
"Um".
Akane nods, feeling hesitant to say something as the atmosphere around them turns awkward. However, one thing keeps pushing Akane to march forward, and that is to talk with Hina, who seems to know him the best.
