"Yes, I know, maybe you can't believe me now, but I know you won't miss this opportunity, especially when faced with a situation where there seems to be no way out. As long as there is even a one in a thousand chance, you won't give up. If there was no hope before, it would have been different, but now, faced with this opportunity in front of you, would you really give up? If I am wrong, you can argue."

"...,"

Seeing the girl silent, the other continued.

"But don't worry, as I said before, as long as you cooperate with me, I guarantee that I will fulfill your wish. Or should I say, are you willing to give up this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity?"

"...Fine, I agree with you."

After a moment of silence, the girl finally agreed.

"Oh... even though you know nothing about me, you still agreed? Are you not afraid of being used by me for something? After all, I never said whether what I do is good or bad. Even so, it doesn't matter to you? Although it may sound a bit selfish coming from me."

"It doesn't matter. Even if I might be used by you, I still don't want to give up. And no matter what, there are risks in everything we do. So, no matter what, I don't want to give up, even if it's Pandora's Box."

There was a sense of determination in the girl's words.

"Hehe, indeed a clever person, and to get something you desire, you must be willing to take risks. I find that mindset very intriguing. So, what is really inside this Pandora's Box in front of you? It seems like this collaboration will be quite enjoyable!"

And the scene shifted back.

"Can this really work?"

The girl asked.

"Oh... Having second thoughts? Want to back out now? At this point? Is it because you feel guilty for involving unrelated people? You should have carefully considered before agreeing to cooperate with me. Noticing only now that ordinary people might get involved makes it hard for me to believe, especially from someone as clever as you."

For some reason, although she wanted to say something, the girl ultimately did not speak out. Was it because there was no need to say anything? After all, it was just a simple collaboration, or was it...

"No, it's just that..."

"Well, it's normal not to trust completely. After all, from your perspective, there is no concrete evidence. Anyway, the contact with Amagi Ryuto is complete as the first step."

"The first step? Is this related to Amagi Ryuto? And also related to tomorrow's plan? No, perhaps it's not that simple. Could all this be related to Amagi Ryuto?"

"Hehe, as clever as ever."

Although not directly admitted, it was obvious that there was no intention to evade the question from the beginning. After all, there was no denial.

"Since that's the case, what's next?"

"Hehe, even with doubts, you're not planning to stop, are you?"

"Of course, otherwise, I wouldn't have agreed from the start."

"True... Does this mean I haven't misjudged you?"

"So, what's next?"

"It's simple, just go with the flow, that's all."

"Meaning, I have to cooperate with their plan? The plan of pretending to be kidnapped?"

The girl confirmed.

"Yes, tomorrow you just need to play your role as the hostage, and the rest will be taken care of by others. You don't need to worry about that."

"Others will help me? You?"

"How could it be me? It definitely won't be me, as I can't be easily seen."

"Then who..."

"Guessing won't help. You'll know the answer tomorrow. Anyway, do your best, as this is your debut. I'm looking forward to it."

With that, the other's presence disappeared.

It seemed like they had left.

Because this wasn't the first time, the girl was somewhat accustomed to it now.

"Tomorrow, huh..."

She whispered softly, looking up at the night sky.