This wasn't what Haruka Yuzan and the others wanted to see.
Reiko Onodera and Mariko Akiyama went to the beach to sell souvenirs, while Rika Onodera led the remaining few toward the riverside.
The two little girls, hand in hand, occasionally let out cheerful laughter, crisp and melodious, as if the most beautiful tune of the morning.
Their faces brimmed with innocent smiles, pointing at the roadside flowers and plants from time to time, sharing their discoveries, especially Misaki Saki, who seemed to act as if she really was only of primary school age, chattering all the way, curious about everything.
In contrast, Rika Onodera was like a little adult, occasionally explaining something to the blonde Little She-Devil.
On this peaceful and beautiful country path, their figures were like a touching painting, innocent, joyful.
"Being a child is so much better...."
Arisugawa Hoshina mused.
