To be honest... half an hour ago, when Soga Toyura saw the corners of Sakura Mai's lips curl up into that gleeful, villainous smile...
Soga Toyura had already sensed that something was wrong.
There was definitely a trap ahead.
That woman was surely planning to ambush her again.
Don't be fooled by her carefree, unrestrained Knight Princess appearance. After being classmates for so many years, Soga Toyura knew that this woman's mind was really twisted.
The reason Little Sister Yuzu had found out about Imperial Capital University's vacation schedule back then might have been because this woman had let something slip... No, because she had leaked the information.
But... was that supposed to create a rift between her and Little Sister Yuzu, leaving them resentful of each other from then on, with one taking the sunny road while the other crossed the single-plank bridge?
Not at all--
Sakura Mai had Soga Toyura's thoughts completely figured out.
Back then, when Soga Toyura saw Little Sister Yuzu appear at the gates of Imperial Capital University, the expression on her face had instantly changed from sunny to gloomy. Even though the luggage was nearly cutting her arms off, she had exploded with all her potential in an instant, picked up her bags, and turned to leave.
But... Sakura Mai knew.
That woman had actually been secretly thrilled.
Thrilled beyond belief.
She had probably wanted nothing more than to return to her dormitory immediately, cover her burning cheeks with both hands, and wriggle around on her bed like a maggot in secret delight.
The moment those bright-red eyes left Little Sister Yuzu's sight, they were filled with joy and smugness.
That joy... was completely different from the superficial, fake happiness and smiles she showed to everyone, including Sakura Mai. It was genuine delight.
Soga