Chapter 3: No Intention of Changing Part 3

After returning to my room, I received a text message from Horikita.

[You around?]

Even though I didnt respond to her, another message came flying in.

[Since the message has been marked as read, Ill just continue talking as thats more convenient. Ichinose-san will be coming to my room tonight. Will you come?]

Such an unexpected message.

At first, I had only intended to read what she sent, but I chose to give a proper response.

[What developments took place to lead to the current situation?]

[Were in an alliance with Class B. Its only natural that wed lend a hand given the current state of affairs. But, this time we dont know the full story. Therefore, I was thinking of hearing about it from the person herself.]

So, she got in contact with Ichinose and asked her if they could meet together in person.

She had made quite a bold move.

Its easy to refuse.

If I ask Horikita about it later, shed tell me what Ichinose tells her.

Though, that doesnt mean Horikita will learn everything.

Even Kanzaki, despite how close they are, doesnt seem to know all the details about Ichinose.

In which case, would asking her directly bring me closer to the truth?

The problem is that if I put my foot in the door here, Ill end up getting involved.

What should I do, I wonder?

After thinking about it for a little, I sent a response back to Horikita.

[What time?]

[Seven.]

A bit late.

Id have to be careful so as to not be seen by any of the other students.

[Understood. Ill let you know when Im on my way.]

I decided to meet Ichinose together with Horikita.