That was why people praised youth, praised the friendships of youth.
After all, everyone liked beautiful things.
"Thank you, Hishiro, Lin Yan. I'll try talking to Rena tomorrow. If it doesn't work, I'll think of something else then! I really hate having things stay like this. Thank you. I have the courage now!" Tamari Honoka finally smiled. Ever since her misunderstanding and conflict with Kariu Rena, she had looked gloomy and unhappy every day. Even when she smiled, it had been forced, nothing like this sincere smile that came from the bottom of her heart.
"I haven't seen you smile in a long time."
"Really?"
"The last time we had lunch together was the day you looked awful."
"Don't call me ugly!"
"Then let's head back! Sorry for taking up your time so late." Lin Yan stood up and said—
"I need to go organize the court."
"I'll help you!" By this point, the people eavesdropping outside were starting to panic. If someone came out, they would be discovered. Kariu Rena was the most flustered of all. She was not mentally prepared to be discovered and had no idea how to face them. Besides, Inukai Akira had dragged her here, so she had not prepared herself at all.
"Oh no! Hide!"
"Where are we supposed to hide?!"
"Hey! Kariu, stop pushing!" They were completely panicked—not just Kariu Rena, but the other two as well.
Tamari Honoka was already deeply grateful that Hishiro Chizuru and Lin Yan wanted to help, so she smiled and politely declined. She could not trouble them any further.
"It's okay. I'm strong, so I can clean up by myself easily."
Tamari had already reached the classroom door. When she opened it, she saw the trio trying either to flee or hide. Each of them looked ridiculous