"Ah... Manami Senpai, hello."

Facing the other person's words, Ryuto reluctantly responded. Somehow, Ryuto felt that Arashi Manami was like an arch-nemesis to him, a type of person he couldn't handle.

"Where is this?"

"As you can see, this is the student council room."

"Ah... I fainted during practical class. I should have been taken to the infirmary. How did I end up here?"

"I happened to come across Amagi, who was being carried. That's why..."

Hey, hey, what do you mean by 'that's why'? Is it really just a coincidence? This is too coincidental. Besides, even if it is a coincidence, it doesn't have anything to do with why I'm here. I can't communicate with this person at all. Anyway, I should just slip away.

"Is that so? I see."

Although I don't understand at all, well, it's better to just say it like this.

"Well then, I'll be going. It's not good to disturb Manami Senpai's work here."

Saying that, Ryuto, who was lying on the bed, swiftly and calmly moved to get up, turned around, and stood up. It is crucial to remain composed here. Almost there! Victory is just ahead. Ryuto felt a sense of joy, as if finally escaping from the clutches of someone.

Just as Ryuto was about to make the final move to "escape," his arm was grabbed by a hand that appeared from somewhere.

"Uh..."

It's a bit terrifying here. It feels like the hand of a monster. Well, this is even scarier than a monster's hand... Yeah, it can't be denied. Why? I was only one step away. Why is reality so cruel?

While Ryuto was thinking about these things, a pleasant voice came from behind.

"Ah, Amagi-kun, are you leaving so soon?"

"Uh..."

Ryuto's response sounded awkward. The escape attempt failed, and his mood couldn't improve. However, Ryuto decided to make one last struggle. Of course, he still didn't turn around. Absolutely cannot give an answer here. Otherwise, there's no hope. Can't give up on the treatment. Ryuto firmly believed in that.

"It's not good to keep bothering Manami Senpai. For the reasons mentioned above, I'll go first."

I initially wanted to say more, but... it seems there's only one thing worth mentioning. The others... if I say them, I'll probably just be cut off. Yeah... can't give up on the treatment because it's important. Emphasizing it once again.

Well, although I said that, it seems the other person has no intention of letting go of my arm. I don't know what expression the other person has, but it's probably still the same smiling face as always. Please let me go. Ryuto shouted in his mind. Do I really need to kneel down here to make the person let go?

"Ah, it seems Amagi-kun is worried. But rest assured, I'm not bothered at all."

I am bothered. Ryuto almost shouted out. Moreover, this place is not just for you alone. Consider other people as well. Well, saying this probably won't work against a dictator.

"Besides, I still have classes to attend, so..."

Ryuto continued his final struggle. Yes, I can't give up like this. As long as I use this move, the other person won't have a response. Usually at this moment, the other person would say, "I see, then I won't bother you." But this time, Ryuto miscalculated. Yes, because the other person is no ordinary person.

"Oh my, so that's how it is. But I've already obtained leave for Amagi-kun, so even if you don't go, it doesn't matter."

This is too extreme. At least leave a way out... By the way, was it really just a coincidence? Why did you already obtain leave? Ryuto suddenly had a sense of foreboding, and cold sweat began to form on his face. The muscles on his face involuntarily twitched.