The same day as the previous chapter...
At Sakurazaka Highschool Class 3-C, Takahiro enters the classroom to teach the last subject which is "Mathematics".
Good Afternoon...Takahiro said with his usual stern expression but you can you right through his face that he is upset...mainly because of how the surveillance of the brothers went Let's see...Takahiro scans the room to know wether his class is still complete or some did cut class Good thing, Y'all still seems complete! Takahiro said sarcastically.
The whole class yet again bursts into laughter because of Takahiro's sarcastic remarks...Except for Arata who just adjusts his glasses again.
Takahiro and Arata then again have their usual intense eye contact, the students around them are just whispering about their usual habit of having an eye contact.
"I still don't feel good about this two, especially to this 4 eyes man, I must have lifted the surveillance but I will still make sure to keep an eye on you two until I have decided that you are clear." Takahiro taught to himself, he then turned around to write on the board and start teaching, breaking the eye contact.
"I know you are still suspecting us, Takahiro. But, guess what? I don't care, the most important thing right now is that you and your team won't be a hindrance on our execution for a little while." Arata taught to himself, closing his eyes followed by the adjustment of his glasses.
Takahiro then started to teach his lesson still constantly observing the brothers.
After what feels like eternity the discussion came to an end because of the bell indicating that school hours have ended.
That's your go signal, make sure to go straight to your damn homes! Takahiro said calmly, exiting the door.
Shortly after that, Haruko also left the room.
Call Kaori over here. Arata said coldly.
Alright! No need to get too bossy! Shinji said feigning annoyance.
Shinji stood up and approaches Kaori in her seat.
Yo! Been a while! Shinji said cheerfully.
Oh, Shinji! How have you been? Since our last mis-... Kaori's words got cut off when Shinji suddenly grabbed her shoulder, Shinji gestures her to shut up.
Last hang out...Kaori said her tone still cheerful but her voice is shaky.
"Sheesh, I almost got us got!" Kaori taught to herself still maintaining a cheerful facade despite her nervousness.
Lend me your ear! Shinji whispers feigning annoyance.
Kaori leans closer to Shinji to hear what he'll whisper to her.
Join us in a cafe near here later, Arata have something to tell you. Shinji whispers follows by a playful wink.
Alright, just give me a signal if we're going to leave already. Kaori said calmly her cheeks are bright red.
Your red? Are you sick? Shinji asks with genuine concern.
N-no...no problem at all! Kaori said cheerfully followed by a warm smile, her voice is shaky though.
Alright, if you say so. Shinji said looking away and blushing a little Anyways, additional directives from Arata...come out of the room 5 minutes after we leave, alright? Shinji whispers his tone turned serious.
Okay, see you later. Kaori whispered calmly.
"Is this is it? Did they finally made a decision? Whether to let me join or not?" Kaori taught to herself, she's nervous but still maintains her calm facade.
Shinji then goes back to his seat next to Arata.
What's her reply? Arata asks coldly.
She said that she'll go, Bro! Shinji whispered excitedly.
Okay, good. Arata said coldly But, why are you being too happy? Arata said sarcastically.
O-of course! I am! She w-w-worked hard after all! Shinji said while flustered.
Shut it, someone might hear you! Arata whispered playfully followed by a playful chuckle I'll support whatever it is that you are feeling for that girl...But, make sure that you will keep that in check I don't want personal feelings to be involved in our mission. Arata whispered coldly.
Shinji just scratches his head and looks away still flustered about Arata's sudden remark.
Let's go, Shinji! Arata said calmly then he checks his watch It's already 1:40 P.M Arata adds while adjusting his glasses.
Shinji waves goodbye to Kaori as a signal, then the two left the classroom.
"Alright, 5 minutes after they got out!" Kaori taught to herself still nervous about their decision but still maintains a calm, cheerful facade.
Meanwhile, somewhere in the hallway...
What's the matter, Haruko? Why even bring me here? Takahiro asks with genuine concern, patting his daughter's head.
I want to discuss something with you privately. Haruko said calmly, adjusting her glasses Dad? You're back right? I mean in investigation...and you're investigating the "Harmony Duo" case? Haruko said with genuine concern but determination evident in her face.
Like father, like daughter... You're perceptive. Takahiro said calmly, scratching his head.
"How did she even know about this? Well, I am not that surprised she is my daughter after all." Takahiro taught to himself.
And that...Haruko cuts off her words hesitating for a moment, then she clears her throat And that you are suspecting those two that they connected or they are the ones behind those nerdy masks right? I mean, Arata and Shinji. Haruko said coldly, adjusting her glasses Dad, I am your child... It's only natural for me to notice things about you! Haruko said with genuine concern.
Takahiro was left bewilderded about what Haruko said but still trying to maintain his usual stern expression.
"Wow...even that...she knows even that...how much did Haruko knew? Well, I guess she did inherited some of my investigation skills and her mother's keen intuition." Takahiro taught to himself as he looks away and scratches his head.
Basing on your reactions, It seems like what I've said is true. Haruko said calmly Dad, actually I- Her words got cut off when she heard some footsteps and gossiping nearby Let's talk later at home! Haruko said while flustered and rushes to leave.
Hey! Wait, sweetie-...Takahiro just lets out a sigh if defeat At home then...Geez! Kids this days. Takahiro facepalms and proceed to go to the Faculty Room.
"Is it possible that Haruko suspects the two of them as well?" Takahiro taught to himself.
In the hallway, Shinji and Arata are calmly walking while having a banter when they come across Haruko.
Haruko and Arata engages in a subtle intense eye contact for seconds before they get pass to each other.
Arata stops in his tracks for a moment and looks at Haruko.
"That girl...If I remember correctly she is our classmate too. But, why does her gaze feels familiar...perhaps, feels like Takahiro's." Arata taught to himself, adjusting his glasses.
Hey! Why stop all of a sudden? Shinji asks calmly Hmmmm... Don't tell me you are into Haruko now? Shinji adds with a playful tone playfully elbowing Arata's arm.
Shut it! She might hear you! Besides, she is not my type. Arata said coldly, adjusting his glasses.
"So, Haruko is her name...what a weirdo, but something is off about her." Arata taught to himself as they continue to walk.
She's not your type, huh? Shinji said playfully then his tone shifted into a rather sad one Is it still...Tamayo? Shinji asks with genuine concern.
Arata grabs Shinji's collar anger visible in his face.
Don't say that name ever again. Arata said coldly with an intimidating look. Then, he lets go Shinji I am sorry, Shinji...Arata said looking away.
No, It was my bad too...I should be the one to say sorry, I let you remember some painful memories and that place. Shinji said feeling guilty while fixing his collar.
They continued to walk in their destination.
After 10 minutes of walking, Arata and Shinji finally arrives to the cafe. Shortly after, Kaori also appears.
Good! We're now complete and the most important person for today is here too! Shinji said cheerfully.
Shut it! Someone might hear you! Arata whispered coldly letting out a sigh.
So, what's your decision? Kaori asks feeling a pang of nervousness. She gulps awaiting their response.
You're perceptive, I give you that...Arata said calmly Since you have proved your usefulness to me and particularly to us in the execution of our previous plan...I hereby accept your request to join our cause. But, I will set some rules for you, Kaori. and this doesn't mean that you've totally gained my trust now unlike Shinji. Arata said coldly, adjusting his glasses
Really?! I am officially a- Before Kaori can continue Arata cuts her off.
Shut it, we're in a public place! Arata whispered coldly Whew, now I look like a Father who needs to take care of his two mischievous child! Arata said sarcastically, letting out a sigh of defeat.
The two chuckles at Arata's remark.
Congratulations, Kaori! Shinji whispered cheerfully.
Yes! Thanks to you and Arata! Kaori whispered cheerfully and they have a high five.
Anyways, for our third bombing plan...we will start the planning later we will use text as a medium! Arata whispered coldly.
Alright! The two whispered in unison.
Huh? Arata looks around.
Why? Is something the matter, Arata? Kaori said with genuine curiosity.
My phone...seems like I left it in our classroom. Arata adjusts his glasses Wait here, I'll just fetch it for a moment. Arata said calmly, immediately rushes to leave.
"Damn, I am such a big idiot if someone manages to get their hands on my phone... It's possible that they'll see our previous Pachinko Parlor bombing plan!" Arata taught to himself trying to calm himself down.
After what feels like an eternity, Arata finally arrived at his classroom and he immediately saw his phone.
"Whew, luckily it's still here." Arata taught to himself letting out a sigh of relief.
Arata immediately leaves the classroom to go back in the cafe.
When Arata's finally approaching the school gates to leave, He got stopped by someone.
Uhm...Yes? Arata said calmly.
Apologies, for the disturbance...My name is Donovan, I am tasked to pass this message to you from My Lady. Donovan said coldly.
"My Lady? Who could that be?" Arata taught to himself.
He looks at the woman standing feets away from them, Arata then felt a sense of familiarity.
"Wait, why do I feel like I've met this woman before?" Arata taught to himself.
You may read the letter as soon as possible. Donovan said coldly.
Wait, maybe you've got the wrong guy- Arata protests.
Donovan and the mysterious woman with an umbrella walks outside of the school gates and immediately vanishes.
"What the hell was that? And this letter..." Arata was left bewildered this letter was literally for him as his name was written outside the envelope.
"So this is really for me? And how do they even know my name? Who are those two? I don't feel good about any of this..." Arata taught to himself he's completely lost in taught.
Arata then opens the envelope and reads the letter.
"It's been 10 years since what happened to us in the "Akademiya" Arata, How have you been? Fun, I gueess...right? Harmoni? Soon after I will join in the fun! Just wait for my move and I'll make sure that both You and Shinji will get more fun playing this game of yours with us CIA than Takahiro and his MPD...This time around, I'll make sure that I will be the one who will come victorious not you Arata, You've always been better than me in anything even from before. So this time, I will surpass you! Well then, I'll see you tomorrow!" -Tamayo
PS: I AM GOING BY THE NAME ANGELINE NOW SO THAT'S WHAT YOU SHOULD CALL ME FROM NOW ON! :)" That is what the letter says.
Arata was left bewildered because of the contents of the letter his cold facade completely falters this time a lot of questions are popping up on his mind.
"Tamayo...Why? How could this be possible? Isn't she...from 10 years ago... Isn't she supposed to be dead...So, How?" Arata taught to himself his heart is raising.
Flashback of what happened 10 years ago flashes on his memories.
"Damn, now...I am up against a wildcard." Arata taught to himself as he successfully composed himself againz adjusting his glasses a cold smirk formed in his face.
"This will add more fun in our war."