After last night, she had already decided not to say a single word to Kaishoku Shugaku, so she wouldn't get taken advantage of again.
Kaishoku Shugaku didn't seem embarrassed by Yuria's ignoring her. She simply smiled, lowered her hand, and sighed.
"Is this how Nito-do treats people?"
Yuria finally couldn't hold back after hearing that. She rolled her eyes at Kaishoku Shugaku. So it was all her fault now? Why had Kaishoku Shugaku acted so cold last night, only to drop the act today?
"Where's your pride? I never expected you to pull a stunt like this, Kaishoku. I'm almost flattered."
She answered with a few words sharply emphasized, making it clear she was still upset.
When the elevator doors opened, she couldn't be bothered to say anything more to Kaishoku Shugaku. She hurried off on her short legs, determined to leave the woman whose attitude had done a complete about-face behind.
But now the difference in their height became obvious. No matter how quickly she tried to walk, Kaishoku Shugaku walked even faster, and took the opportunity to question her.
"Why are you walking so fast? We have plenty of time, don't we, Nito-do?"
"Of course I'm trying to get away from you."
Yuria stopped and frowned at Kaishoku Shugaku beside her. No matter how she looked at it, Kaishoku Shugaku was acting far too strangely.
"What are you trying to do?"
At that, the smile finally disappeared from Kaishoku Shugaku's face. She pointed in one direction.
"There's a powerful spirit over there. I need your help."
"Huh?"
Yuria looked at her in disbelief.
"What are you talking about? How could I help you?"
She knew exactly how capable she was. If Kaishoku Shugaku was asking someone for help, she should at least find someone with a decent amount