I Became a Spirit in Date A Live, but I Refuse to Date

That was Lingmeng's explanation, but Origami replied in a cold voice.

"By that logic, if we round things off, it also means you like Shido, doesn't it?

I knew I couldn't let my guard down around someone as cunning as you."

Origami gave her a wary look.

"..."

Why does she keep imagining such bizarre things?

Lingmeng's mouth twitched.

"So, do you want the photos of Shiori or not? If you don't, I'm taking them back."

Lingmeng put on an impatient air and pretended to reach for her phone.

But just as Lingmeng's hand was about to touch it, Origami raised the hand holding the phone out of reach.

"I want them."

An answer without a moment's hesitation.

Origami had no idea what Lingmeng was up to, but for photos of Shiori,

she was willing to take the risk, even if it was a trap.

"Send me your email address. I'll send you the pictures."

"Okay."

Origami nodded, then took out her phone and read out her email address.

"There, I've sent them."

Lingmeng slipped her phone into her pocket. At the same time, Origami's phone chimed.

"They're all here."

After confirming that not a single picture was missing, Origami put her phone away.

She hadn't wanted to give a Spirit her contact information, but if she wanted those photos of Shiori, she had no choice.

She said they were free, but she probably wants me to owe her a favor.

Origami glanced at Lingmeng, trying to work out her intentions.

After all, free gifts were the most expensive kind. Whether you wanted to or not, you ended up owing someone a favor.

So Lingmeng was probably trying to put Origami in her debt and get her to do something for her later.

If that was the case, Origami could