Deal? What's the contents? What do you want exactly?! Shinji asks his eyes full of anger and anxiety evident in his voice.
Relax, calm down! Kaori said with a playful tone, laughing light-heartedly Just shut up and listen to me. Her voice turned cold, a sadistic grin forming in her face.
"What could she possibly want from us? And how did she know that it was us? The MPD and Takahiro are just SUSPECTING us, But this woman...claims to KNOW it was us behind the mask." Shinji taught to himself, trying to compose himself despite the tension.
Let me guess what's in your dumb-fuck mind, "What does she want from us?" and "How does she know it was us when the MPD and Takahiro are still uncertain about the accusations?" Right? Kaori said, a sly smirk forming in her face You are not just an idiot, you're also easy to read! Kaori said, with a mocking laugh Turns out that my actions have paid off. She releases a sigh if relief.
Just get straight to the point already, could you?! Shinji said completely annoyed at her mocking attitude The deal, Your intentions, and most importantly, How did you came to the conclusion that it was really us? Shinji said, his tone turning serious.
Fine, here's the contents of the deal...Kaori playfully clears her throat Let me join in your plan. Kaori said, her tone and expression turning completely serious.
"What? She's the daughter of that damn Superintendent Kuriyama who is also bothering us a lot like that bastard Sir Takahiro, Why does she want to join us? It's hard to believe her and even harder because she fooled me just now!" Shinji taught to himself his jaw left hanging in the air out of shock.
You want to join us? What is your purpose? And why should we- I mean...I believe you? Shinji asks calmly but anxiety is evident in his tone, his trying hard to keep himself calm under this pressure like Arata always tries to do whenever they are trapped in a situation but remains unsuccessful and still struggling hard.
"Great, I got him wrap up in my hands now...I just need to tweak some things a little and I am sure this idiot will agree on my terms. And Arata couldn't do anything about it because of his stupid brother." Kaori taught to herself, a cold smirk forming in her face.
You guessed my thoughts accurately earlier, So now let me try to guess what's on your fucked up mind. Shinji says his tone full of confidence, a grin forming in his face "I just need a little more tweaking and I will have this little boy's agreement, and Arata will not be able to do anything about it." Right? Shinji's grin widens displaying his arrogance.
How- Kaori lets out a sigh of defeat I didn't expect that brain of yours to be functional! She laughs mockingly But why the sudden change of demeanor? earlier you are just fuming there because of your idiocy. Kaori said with a playful tone...Then suddenly a realization hits her Wait...You!
Finally, you have come to your senses. Shinji said with a mocking tone So who is the fool now? Me or You? Shinji pulls out his phone in his pocket, turns out that as Kaori taught Arata has been listening to their entire conversation the whole time.
How did you...ARATA! Kaori is clearly upset, because Shinji could have not deceived her if it isn't for Arata's assistance.
Simple, I turned your own confidence against you. Arata speaks in the other end of the call, his tone is cold as usual.
What? Kaori asks, masking her emotional turmoil inside with her usual playful facade.
Shinji, you go do the explaining. I can't do that right now because I am still under surveillance by that Officer from earlier. Arata commands coldly, adjusting his glasses.
Alright! Listen well...Little Miss Fooly. Shinji said with his usual playful tone but arrogance is evident in his tone.
Why, you! Kaori said anger visible to her face but then goes back to her calm facade quickly Fine, explain yourselves. Kaori just lets out a sigh of defeat clearly acknowledging that she got outsmarted.
It started when Arata dragged me into the corner of the classroom sure he lets you hear about his suspicions and his tasks to me to keep an eye on you...that is why exactly you are acting carefully and orchestrating the right opportunity for you to reveal yourself are you? But there is something that he didn't let you hear. Shinji said with a serious tone He whispered to me something personal and that doesn't concern you and also...to give him a call if something suspicious or I feel suspicious comes to happen. Back when you said the name of the game we are playing right nwo which is "BOMBERS" that gave me chills and when you turn your back on me I immediately dialed him up. I have been anticipating that you will do something but I didn't expect this and your revelation about being the Superintendent's daughter. Shinji said with a completely serious tone, then quickly shifts back to his playful demeanor So this is what you mean about "SUSPICIOUS" Arata?! Shinji said with a pout.
Shut up, let me take over. Arata clears his throat I knew you that you are indeed connected to the investigation, your inconsistent behavior shows it all back when you are inviting us to hang out. I waited outside the school gate until you all leave the school and I have not seen anyone following Shinji for surveillance that must only mean that one of the people in your friend group was tasked to keep an eye on Shinji...and you are the closest candidate. The reason why I didn't stop Shinji is to check if my theories and suspicions about you are correct that is also why I warned him beforehand at our classroom and instructed him to dial me up if something unprecedented like this happens, But I clearly didn't expect you to be that high of a status...the Superintendent's daughter herself. Arata explains he adjusts his glasses, keeping his voice as low as possible to avoid being heard by Officer Natsuki.
So basically, Arata already knew that you are connected to the investigation and I was just deceiving you the whole time inside this Pachinko Parlor. Shinji said with his usual cheerful tone But, I must admit you almost had me fooled back in the classroom if Arata didn't instructed me all those things I would have been doomed right now. He sighs as he said this realizing that he almost got manipulated This strategy right now isn't just Arata's, It's our strategy! Shinji said with a wide bright smile.
Seriously, I didn't expect that you would do a great job. That's completely new to me. Arata said sarcastically.
What was that for?! Shinji said feigning annoyance.
"This too planned this out...so they used my plan against me, Especially you, Arata...Now I know why the police is so wary about the Harmony Duo because the one behind the mask is you, who is genius enough to leave the authorities buffled by your unpredictable attacks and Shinji who is good at blending in and deceiving people also a very dependable accomplice." Kaori just lets out a sigh of defense as she tuaght this to herself.
So, basically you used my own scheme against me. Kaori facepalms I admit defeat... joining will definitely a right decision, my test of your capabilities is done. I mean, I already expected defeat but when I am already here successfully deceiving Shinji or so I taught...I started losing hope and I taught I have won. I didn't expect this plot twist! Kaori said with a disappointed tone.
What do you mean test? Shinji asks his tone genuinely curious.
I really do hope to join you, this whole encounter I orchestrated was just to test the capabilities of the Harmony Duo. To know wether joining you will be a right decision or not. Kaori said with a serious tone And Arata is right, Father tasked me on keeping you under surveillance at school...But, I have no intentions of helping him out. I want to help you and join you in your crusade, I am seek of being ordered around like a doll and my father's standards. I want to break up in this shackles and the norms! Kaori said her tone turns serious.
How can we be sure that you won't betray us? Arata asks, adjusting his glasses.
I am willing to be a double agent for you, I will gladly be your informant about the progress of investigation while helping you behind the scenes. That is why i said this deal will be beneficial from both of us...I will be able to have a chance to break free of this damn society and my father's expectations and standards, and you will have an upper hand because you have an insider with you! Kaori said with determination and confidence So, what do you say?
I still don't trust you. Prove you worth to me first and I will think about it...with your addition, I think I just taught of a place to deflect the suspicions on us, Shinji. Arata adjusts his glasses, A small little smirk forming in his face We can't talk in our house later so create a new social media account dedicated only for this, We cannot rule out the possibility that you Superintendent Kuriyama is monitoring your main account...So create a secret account that is where we will talk later about the plan. Arata whispered coldly.
Yes! I will do my best! Kaori is clearly happy in the results of her strategy even though she got eventually outsmarted.
And you Shinji do not forget that one more task I have given you earlier. Arata said coldly then he hangs up the phone call, going back to work.
Geez, fine! The wiretapping devices and secret cameras, yes yes...and do not let myself be caught in the act. He really is something else. Shinji justs lets out a sigh of relief.
Thank you, Shinji! Kaori said with a cheerful smile.
You are not trying to deceive me now, are you? Shinji said sarcastically.
I have no reasons to do so anymore, I initially achieved the outcome that I want...So there is no reason for me to deceive the two of you. Kaori said her tone and expressions turned serious.
Good. Shinji said with a playful tone, releasing a sigh of relief.
They both chuckled about what just happened to the three of them.
Oh, they're here! Kaori said cheerfully Shall we go?
Yeah! Shinji replies cheerfully.
They both ran to the directof their friend group and eventually gone home.
At their apartment room, Shinji carefully and cautiously surveyed the room for wiretapping device and secret cameras.
"As Arata anticipated, they really set up lots of secret cameras and wiretapping devices around here. I wonder what is Arata's plan to get out of this situation that he is talking about earlier." Shinji tuaght to himself as he lets out a sigh of frustration.