After minutes of walking, Arata finally arrives at Kaido Internet Cafe to start his day at work again.
"That weird officer, Natsuki...even followed me inside does she think that I will not recognize her if she hides her face with a newspaper? Don't make me look like fool when you are the one who looks like afool right here, That kind of method is old fashion. Anyways, I need to focus on working and maintain my carefully constructed facade, all while i am trying to device a full proof plan to throw this vermins off our tail and we can resume our plans." Arata taught to himself as he started to change to his uniform.
If my prediction will be correct something will really happen to Shinji, but to test my theory I did have to let him go even if it pains me Arata mutters to himself his voice shakt yet cold I am going to let us out of this situation no matter what, so that our plans will resume without that much of interference... Everything we are doing is for the greater good, Nothing else. Arata mutters to himself, adjusting his glasses.
"Even if I have a gist of what's possible to happen...Please, be well. Shinji."
Meanwhile, Shinji, Kaori, and the gang in the Pachinko Parlor.
The mall is under investigation due to the bombing yesterday, so that is why I brouyus here because this is our alternative place to have fun! Kaori says cheerfully with a bright smile.
Wow! There are various games and entertainments here! Shinji observes rhe place his left hanging out of bewilderment and awe.
"So, this is a Pachinko Parlor... It's my first time going to one, I really that Arata is here. I know that he won't be happy but at least he will be able to see and experience...some things that we've never even experienced before back when we are still in that hell." Shinji's expression shifts into sadness while he was thinking about this but he immediately goes back in his cheerful facade.
Wow! Looks fun here! Shinji said with a cheerful tone.
Come on! Time to play some games! Kaori said with a playful tone.
Everyone agrees to her and they all split up living Kaori and Shinji together.
Shall we play too? Shinji asks calmly stretching out his hand for her to grab.
Of course, that's why we are here! Kaori said her voice laced with excitement, she holds on to Shinji's hand.
"I wonder why this gentle and cheerful woman made Arata suspect something, I am comfortable with her so far. But, I know Arata more than anyone else in this world, He is not easy to deceive and he is observant so I know that he will not suspect anyone that does not show any signs of ill intent. I have to be careful just to be safe and carry out what Arata told me to do while enjoying myself!" Shinji taught to himself his expression determinated as He and Kaori run around the Parlor.
That game seems fun, let's go! Kaori said excitement evident in her voice, this time though she was the one who drags Shinji around.
Hey! Hey! Slow down, could you?! Shinji said feigning annoyance.
It's time to play...Bombers. Kaori said playfully yet coldness evident in her eyes and tone for a bit.
What? Shinji said coldly his mind is raising, a sense of foreboding filling him up deep inside.
"Is this why...Arata has been suspicious of her? This woman...I don't feel good about that one thing she just pulled off just now, Does she know something about us? Damn, it...I am so comfortable around her that I even failed to see what Arata have seen earlier." Shinji's mind is raising, paranoia is evident in his body language he is struggling to maintain his facade.
Is something the matter, Shinji? Kaori asks with genuine concern.
No, I am fine! Shinji said with his usial playful demeanor, he sat down next to her Let's play! Shinji said with a excited tone.
They started playing "Bombers".
Hey, you know...I was originally planning to talk to you, well I want Arata to be around as well but sadly he is not available at the moment. Kaori said with a shy tone You two, are the "Harmony Duo" right? Her tone suddenly shifts to a cold and serious one.
Shinji's eyes widen at what she just said, it took him completely off guard.
"How did she knew? Who is this lady, exactly?! Damn it, I am doomed! I am cornered! Arata..." Shinji taught to himself, his heartbeat beating fast.
Why, where is your smile a moment ago? Kaori says coldly followed by a chuckle.
Who are you? Shinji asks with a serious expression on his face he is clearly annoyed.
I am Kaori, The only daughter of the one and only Superintendent Kuriyama A cold smirk forms in Kaori's face.
Shinji's eyes widen at the revelation leaving his jaw open because of shock and the realization that he's completely cornered. Without Arata to back him up, He is sure that he is doomed.
"The Superintendent's daughter...His on our tail along with Takahiro-Sensei. Does that mean this girl also is...a part of investigation or something?" Shinji taught to himself, his mind is raising.
Does that mean you planned all of this? Shinji scowls.
That's right, I also anticipated that Arata will try to do something about it so I let him be and as expected what I taught turned out right, and even if he is here...I am pretty sure that I won't be able to reason myself out to a man like him, mysteriously intelligent and perceptive...So, I got to go with an easier prey. Kaori said with confidence. She is clearly mocking Shinji and also happy that her plan of taking Arata out of the picture to lure Shinji out also gaining his trust succeeded.
State your purpose! Shinji said he is fuming.
Simple, I want a deal...Kaori said playfully A deal where I can benefit from the both of you and the both of you can benifit on me. Kaori said with a serious tone, a cold smirk slowly forming in her face.