Arisu put the phone back in its place and leaned closer to her again.

However, there is one thing that needs to be corrected.

——Trouble or something like that...there is no such thing.

After all, this approach is chosen only to achieve the goal.

She did this only because it was a favorable situation for her.

The so-called goodwill is nothing but false.

In addition-

Arisu gradually understood the other side.

What works easily for Yukiko doesn't work at all for Asamura.

After all...even though the struggle was very slight, it was only due to limitations caused by Asamura's physical condition.

As for Yukiko-senpai...when she was given the 'candy', she had absolutely no intention of resisting, or she just resisted a little bit, and then acted as if she was enjoying it.

The reactions between the two are completely different.

So——it’s better to leave it at that.

After all, if you overdo it and make this guy cry, you'll be in trouble.

In that case, we should think of other ways to do it.

Um......

Have it.

But if that happens...the secret will be exposed.

…That’s the bet.

However - this approach is totally worth it.

"Asamura, I am actually a very hypocritical person."

Asamura was at a loss for words after hearing what Arisu said suddenly.

"Eh? What do you mean... hypocritical person... why did Sugar-chan suddenly say such a thing?"

"Because Nanami told me that if I made friends at school, I would get a special reward, so I invited you and Hachiman to my house that time. At that time, I didn't regard you and Hachiman as friends at all, but as tools to use."

"...Oh, it doesn't matter. It's enough that Sugar-chan is willing to tell me her true thoughts."

"Hmm? Why would Asamura think that? Shouldn't he be angry? After all, I was the one who took advantage of you and Hachiman."

Asamura's response was...

After a brief hesitation of a few seconds, Asamura turned around. Somehow, Arisu sensed that he was now facing her.

"It's nothing. After all, it's because of you that my relationship with Hachiman has been eased. And you told me the truth, right? This is a proof of trust for me, so I don't mean to blame you. On the contrary, I'm very happy because I heard the truth."

"Um...I'm sorry for keeping it a secret from Asamura for so long."

Yes.

Asamura...is the kind of girl who is weak at heart.

As long as you tell the truth and pretend to be pitiful, even if the other person has done something wrong, he or she will subconsciously seek understanding.

In this case--

If I tell him the fact that I killed Taromaru...

Perhaps the other party already has some doubts in these aspects.

Only by taking advantage of the opponent's weakness...

The secret...will be completely hidden by Asamura forever.

In this way, the direction of reality will not threaten future happy life.

This approach may be the best solution.

and so--

Arisu smiled, but his tone suddenly became hesitant.

"Well... uh... I have something I need to explain to Asamura."

Arisu leaned in close, making sure only Asamura could hear the sound.

"What's going on? I'm listening."

"I am...I am actually the murderer of Taromaru..."

"......Eh?"

Chapter 255 Lies and Facts

"Eh?"

As expected, when the truth came into view, Asamura-san's reaction was -

It's totally expected.

In the bedroom, where the air seemed to be still, any slight sound would become abrupt.

"Why...why would Shatangjiang do this..."

After all, I noticed it.

Arisu was a little surprised by this.

If the other party has not had any thoughts in these aspects in his mind, his first reaction after hearing such things will be "this must be a lie" or "is this true?"

However, Asamura's response was an undisguised question.

Thus--

Most likely, you saw it in the diary, right?

Although keeping a diary is a habit, but... I can't go on like this. If the habit will affect my happy life with Nanami in the future, then it's better to give up this habit.

In that case, I'd better find some time to deal with the diary.

"Answer me...why did Sandu-chan do that?"

Asamura must have been very excited as even his voice began to tremble.

Well, let's deal with this guy first and then make a decision on these matters.

Arisu bit her thumb, the force applied to her fingertips causing her brows to frown.

Since this is acting——

It’s better to be more serious.

"I...I have been hiding things all this time. I am so scared...If I tell the truth, everyone will distance themselves from me, right? And the store manager will also dislike me...I'm sorry...We are friends...but I have been hiding these things from Asamura."

Asamura didn't answer.

As if waiting for the next words to be spoken.

Now is a crucial moment.

A reasonable explanation must be given.

"I... when I took Taroumaru out that day, for some reason, the child suddenly broke free from my arms and ran to a nearby park. I immediately chased after him, but... when I got there, Taroumaru was surrounded by several stray dogs. Although I immediately asked a nearby uncle for help, when I arrived at the scene... there was only blood... and black hair on the ground. I was still a step too late."

"It was me...it was me who killed Taromaru...If I had been braver, this wouldn't have happened."

Arisu's voice began to twitch with the peculiarities of crying.

Sorry…Taromaru.

You will hinder your future happy life, so I can't treat you gently.

"Sugar-chan...I see."

After explaining the 'facts', Asamura spoke as if expressing his true feelings.

"No, that's not right. You are not to blame for this. You are not the murderer of Taromaru. If I were in that situation... my first reaction would be to seek help from others. That's impossible, right? You are totally fine in fighting against a vicious stray dog ​​on your own."

really.

Asamura...believed it without any doubt.

It was something that could be easily concluded - he could detect the abnormality with just a little thought, but... a guy like Asamura who was too naive had no intention of thinking about these aspects at all.

Trusting others easily is the biggest weakness.

"I...I...it's all because of me..."

Alright.

The monologue is coming to an end.

"It has nothing to do with Sugar-chan, so don't blame yourself too much."

This time, the person who took the initiative to move forward was Asamura.

As if to comfort me, my cheek touched my chest and my hair felt the touch of my palm.

"What? When I heard Sato-chan say 'I killed Taromaru', I was shocked. I thought it was really as I imagined... But it's great to hear that... I'm happy to hear the truth."

"Well, let's clarify this matter with the manager tomorrow. It's not good to keep it secret. I will be with Sugar-chan. If the manager fires you for something like this... I will definitely not stand idly by. If the manager is determined... I will leave with you."

Oh--

What a touching friendship.

Arisu stopped sobbing and his tone returned to its previous calmness.

"Um... I'm glad that Asamura is willing to say that, but you don't need to take responsibility for me in this matter. I would feel guilty if I caused you to be expelled because of me."

"It's okay. Sugar-chan and I are good friends. If you're not around, I'll be bored at work and I'll be at a loss when facing troublesome customers."

"Eh? But..."

"Let's stop with the annoying words. I've made up my mind because Sugar-chan and I are good friends."

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