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#151 He's Dead Long Ago
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2024-11-21 07:02:33"Hey!"
Kyoko stopped in her tracks when she heard the call, especially since a car had pulled up next to her. It was a red convertible—though the top was still up, clearly a luxury car. She frowned as she saw Ryu waving from inside."I came to pick you up. We're going on a long trip today," Ryu said, removing his sunglasses and flashing a sweet smile.
"For what?" Kyoko shook her head. "We agreed to meet in Karuizawa."
Ryu was supposed to take her to see Akiko today, as planned. He finally had some free time, and Kyoko herself had plenty of time. She had officially resigned from Shingi Fusaya, but she had yet to receive any assignments from Kenji. Her schedule was wide open.
But they were supposed to meet later at Karuizawa Station. Kyoko was currently walking to the station, with no expectation of Ryu showing up in a car that reminded her of a strawberry without black spots.
"I'm being kind here. We can enjoy the summer trip more pleasan
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