A little over ten minutes earlier, Theresa had been sitting on the edge of the bed, watching the experimental girls sleep peacefully. The room was tucked away, so even if something happened, it wouldn't disturb them right away. It was basically a safe place to hide, and they could get some proper rest there.
Watching them sleep so obediently, Theresa felt as if something in her heart had been redeemed. On the surface, she looked about the same age as the girls, but in her eyes, they were still just a group of pitiful children.
After all, Theresa wasn't actually as young as she looked. The adorable school principal... might not look very old, but she had the sense of responsibility of an adult.
"Get some good rest!"
Watching them quietly, Theresa felt a rare sense of calm. She had no other reason for saving the girls; she simply felt that doing so... gave her a strong sense of responsibility.
"By the way... where did those three go?"
After spending an unknown amount of time in the room, Theresa looked around... and realized that both Patrick and Himeko had been gone for quite a while. She was the only one left there now.
After thinking for a moment, Theresa stood up... and cautiously made her way out. She didn't forget to close the door behind her.
Only after the door was shut did Theresa start moving more freely. The room was very well soundproofed, so even loud noises outside could hardly be heard within. There was no need to worry about waking those poor children.
After leaving the room, Theresa began searching the area. But... it was the middle of the night, and the dark surroundings filled her with fear.
She hadn't been worried before, but now... Theresa even wanted