This was a world that appeared incomparably peaceful. There were no supernatural powers, and everything was so tranquil—work, study, busyness...
But that was merely the world seen through ordinary eyes. In truth, it was an entirely different sight.
It was evening here. The sky was incredibly overcast, and the sound of rain seemed to have hushed the entire world.
The rain fell in slanting, scattered sheets, like pearls the size of beans, draping heaven and earth in a splendid curtain. Raindrops struck the ground, their splashes blooming like white flowers. For a time, the patter of rain became the city's main melody.
Rainy days were weather many people enjoyed, but that did not include those hurrying along the road.
Like a certain high school girl who had yet to make it home.
"If I'd known, I would have listened to Mom and brought an umbrella. It really started raining."
At the bus stop, a girl waited for the next bus. At that moment, she was the only person there.
The girl's name was Miko Yotsuya, an ordinary high school student... probably?
She had long, straight black hair and was very pretty. With her clothes now soaked through by the rain, she gave off a slightly suggestive air.
She had left something behind at school and gone back to look for it, which had delayed her return. Then she had run into the rain, without even an umbrella on hand.
"I wonder when the next bus will arrive."
Miko muttered to herself and took out her phone to check the time.
6:32 p.m...
"Ah, Hana sent me a message."
Miko opened Line and saw a message from her friend, "Hana." Hana's full name was Hana Yurikawa. She was Miko Yotsuya's good friend, and they attended the same high school and were