Rising Up

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(Riko's POV)

This is all my fault.

How am I supposed to make up to them?

*Sniff*

I ruined everything. . .

I rubbed my wet eyes. Everybody seemed calm.

Maybe they're acting like that for me.

Jackie stood behind everyone, passing me a tranquil smile.

She doesn't even know the truth, that is why she's so chill. Well, she is always chill anyway. . .

Then I shifted my gaze towards Myura.

She. . .

Doesn't have any expressions.

She's letting Jackie take the spotlight.

Even after discerning her emotionless gaze, I still felt calm.

There was something magical with her. She had a certain distinction.

Aah, just as special.

Then finally, I returned my gaze towards Aya Chan.

After taking a look at her anxious face, I found it even more difficult to hold my tears.

"A-Aya Chan," I had a sudden pain in my throat.

"No need to speak. Remain calm," I heard her say.

Then she moved aside to let Jackie take her place.

"I don't want anyone! Just let me talk to Aya!" I stiffened my voice.

"Please," I added.

Jackie's expression softened. She glimpsed at Aya, and they both smiled.

Ayako stepped forward and held out her arm.

I grabbed it and got up.

"Let's go," She replied softly.

I glimpsed back, watching my other friends smile at us.

"Just in case if you need a handkerchief," Myura said, offering an embroided piece of cloth.

I took it and nodded in thanks.

"Let's get going, I wanna show you something, Riko Chan."

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