Sonoko narrowed her eyes as she stared at Fujino, her gaze practically bubbling with hearts.
She was wondering what kind of romantic moment she could arrange with Senior aboard the airship...
But as she thought about it, something occurred to her. Her eyes darted around as though she were looking for someone.
"Come to think of it, Ran told me Momiji showed up recently. Where did she go?"
"She went back to the apartment..."
Fujino raised his wrist and checked the Rolex he had scored for free from Tokiwa. "It's seven now. She'll probably be here at seven thirty."
"I see..."
Sonoko rubbed her chin. Good thing I knew she'd get up early to bother Senior and made sure to arrive first. Otherwise, I'd have run straight into her.
Still, she's going to be a problem...
If I invite Senior, she'll have the nerve to tag along.
While Sonoko was thinking, the door to Snow King Ice City opened.
Momiji walked in and tilted her head at the familiar figure from behind.
Oh, it's the Suzuki girl...
After a moment's thought, she went over to greet them.
"Good morning, darling, Ai... Oh, Sonoko, you're here too?"
"..."
Sonoko turned around, her face full of resentment.
She was annoyed.
What do you mean, "you're here too"?
Am I not allowed to be here?
And "darling"? Who do you think you are, calling Senior that?!
Fujino and Ai Haibara immediately sensed that things were taking a bad turn.
Ai Haibara's brows drew together. She had a bad feeling something unpleasant was about to happen, so she promptly stood up. "I'll see if Sister Akemi or the Nana Sisters need any help."
"Contact me when you need me for the airship." Fujino stood up too. "Come to think of it, I think the