The same day as the previous chapter at Sakurazaka Highschool Cafeteria, Lunchtime.
Arata! You're here! Shinji said enthusiastically as he give Arata a warm tight hug.
Argh! What's with you all of a sudden? And we're in a public place so get off! Arata said feigning annoyance and lets out a sigh Yes, I am back. Arata said reassuringly as he adjusts his glasses.
I am so glad that you are safe! Shinji said his crying out of joy.
You're overreacting...Arata looks away then clears his throat There's nothing to be worried about any longer, I am here...Arata said he is clearly shy as he stutters a lot.
Why can't you just be yourself, you tsundere! Shinji gives him a playful elbow in his shoulder.
Shut up! Just...sit the hell down we have something more important to talk to! Arata blushes as he lets out a sigh of defeat.
Alright, Sir! Shinji said playfully and calmly sat down in his seat.
Kaori chuckles as she watches the scene unfolding.
Anyways, let's talk about the plan...Kaori, I will be assigning you again to post the videos, we've already put the bombs in the location just before we go to school. Arata whispered coldly All we need to do now is to wait for the right time to detonate the bombs as usual. Arata adds, adjusting his glasses.
Alright, I accept this role Kaori said with a newfound determination What time are we going to post the video clue? Kaori asks curiously.
Exactly 1:25 P.M, 5 minutes before the end of school hours for the alibi. Arata said coldly.
Alright, I got it! Kaori whispered calmly.
How about us? What are we going to do, Bro? Shinji asks excitement evident in his voice.
You'll be making new bombs in our apartment for the fourth bombing plan as usual and I will be going to my part time work after I detonate the bombs. Arata whispered calmly.
Shinji lets out a sigh.
I thought so! Shinji said, acting disappointed.
Kaori, what's the update with the MPD? Arata asks curiously.
They're currently investigating the previous bombing location and some teens that might be connected to the bombings wether they are near the bombing scenes wether they are there that day or they live near the scene of the crimes, they have a bad record, they have a reason to bomb the places and etc. they are trying to find a new lead in this case...they deem this case impossible to solve yet they still persevere to catch us. Kaori reports calmly.
Thanks to that bastard Takahiro they have narrowed down the suspects to 16-17 years old teens...Shinji whispered sarcastically while he eats.
Swallow your food before talking, moron! Arata said he is clearly frustrated he hates this kind of manners Anyways, even though the scope of their investigation has become broader we shouldn't forget that Takahiro's suspicions is still directed on us we can't afford to celebrate yet. Arata said coldly, adjusting his glasses.
The bell suddenly rang indicating that the lunchtime is finally over.
We've tackled everything that needs to be tackle so far, let's go back to the classroom! Arata said calmly.
Right! We can't afford to be late to Mr. Takahiro's class! Kaori said enthusiastically.
You two, go on ahead without me i am just going to use the comfort room first! Shinji said feigning cheerfulness.
Alright, just make sure that you will catch up on us immediately! Kaori said enthusiastically.
Arata just looks Shinji in the eyes coldly, after moments of intense eye contact Arata breaks it.
Take care, make sure that you'll be there on time. Arata said, adjusting his glasses as they started to walk out of the cafeteria.
Tamayo or Angeline ot whatever you want to be called, I know you are still there! Shinji declares with determination.
Oh, Shinji... it's been a while! I missed you so much, you know? Angeline said sarcastically.
My brother is good at hiding his emotions but I know him pretty well, I can see that he is anxious! What did you do to him?! What did you say to him?! Shinji said, anger evident to his voice.
Oh, chill out! You don't need to know about any of that now...Angeline said mockingly Well, if you really wanted to know itymy obligation to tell you! Angeline chuckles You're brother just declared war on me and my entire CIA team...that means the three of us are enemies from now on! Angeline said arrogantly, a menacing grin forming into her face Well, well! I have to go now, I can't afford to be late at class! Angeline waves goodbye to Shinji and calmly walks away without looking back.
"Declared war? I know that Arata is confident, I know him pretty damn well...but why? what happened between the two of you, Arata? what exactly happened in your confrontation earlier?" Shinji taught to himself, anxiety and wariness evident in his face as he lets out a sigh.
I need to find out later...for now, I need to go back to class too! Shinji said going back to his usual cheerful self and rushes to their classroom.
In the corner Arata is secretly watching the conversation unfolding between the two.
You moron...how could you confront her on your own? Even if we used to have friendship before, we are now enemies now! Arata mutters to himself, letting out a sigh of defeat.
Arata also proceeds to go back to their classroom.
Inside the Class 3-C Classroom...
Why are you late, Arata? Takahiro said coldly, engaging in an intense eye contact with him.
Apologies, Sir Takahiro...I gotta use the comfort room for a moment that is why I am late. Arata said coldly, not breaking away the eye contact.
A moment of silence occured between the two still keeping their intense eye contact. Minutes after, Takahiro broke the eye contact.
You can sit down now, stop wasting time! Takahiro said sarcastically, with his usual stern expression.
Thank you, Sir. Arata said calmly as he bows down politely before proceeding to go to his seat.
"He is definitely lying, I can see subtle signs of deception and I can feel that he is lying to me...The fact that all three of them, Arata, Shinji and Angeline are late today and came back in almost identical time... that's definitely suspicious, are they together or is this really a coincidence? I don't know, I can't shake off my suspicions...and the new girl, is just proving herself to be a suspicious individual more and more as time goes by she is only here in this room for a day but...I can definitely see and feel a reason to suspect her too, maybe I am being paranoid but... she's definitely suspicious." Takahiro taught to himself, he lets out a sigh of defeat.
Alright, let's start the lecture! Our lesson for this afternoon is... Takahiro calmly starts teaching his lessons but his mind is still raising a lot of questions especially about Angeline.
Why did you get late? Where did you REALLY go? Shinji said curiously.
Just as I said, toilet. Arata whispered coldly.
You are not good at lying...Shinji lets out a sigh of defeat.
Coming from you, huh? Arata said sarcastically, adjusting his glasses and paying his attention back to the lecture.
What- Shinji cuts his words and just sighs again.
"Is he there too?" Shinji taught to himself as he pays his attention back to the lesson too.
1:25 P.M, the bell rangs early today because they have a faculty meeting.
Alright, class dismissed! Get straight to your damn homes! Takahiro said sarcastically.
Before exiting the room, he engages in a subtle eye contact with Angeline and after Angeline he did the same to Arata.
Haruko left along with Takahiro.
"The three of you, especially you Arata and Angeline...I will continue keeping an eye out on you three, you are on my top suspect list." Takahiro taught to himself as he calmly exited the room.
It's time, notify Kaori! Arata said coldly.
Alright...Shinji said feigning cheerfulness.
Wait, if you are still worried about me making an enemy with Angeline then don't be...I will be the one who will have a face off against her, I won't let you or Kaori get involved with our personal rivalry. Arata whispered reassuringly.
Shinji walks away after hearing what he have to say.
"That's exactly why I am worried you moron! How could you take her down on your own! She has the CIA in her back!" Shinji taught to himself clearly frustrated, he is still maintaining a cheerful facade.
"At the end of the day nothing really happened...what exactly is this secondphase of your plan Angeline? I need to think carefully and anticipate her as soon as possible before it's too late, I can feel it... she's willing to shoot me down with a gun earlier so it's no surprise that she'll do something dirty like she always do...what exactly are you planning?" Arata taught to himself as he take a glance to Angeline who is leaving the room with some "friends" she have made today.
Kaori, it's time! Shinji said with a serious expression.
Alright, i am on it right now! Just a bit more of waiting and it's uploaded. Kaori whispered enthusiastically.
It's good that you are acting up fast now, Arata will definitely be proud! Shinji said cheerfully.
You think so too? Thank you! Kaori said enthusiastically.
After a bit of waiting the video finally got uploaded in the social media.
Arata looks directly at Shinji and Kaori, the two signals Arata that it has been uploaded.
Arata nods and quietly left the room.
Let's go and leave too! Arata doesn't like being late! Shinji said playfully and then he grabs Kaori's hands na started running in the hallway.
Hey, slowdown! Kaori said feigning annoyance.
They both laugh.
But suddenly the three stops into their tracks when they heard someone...
Hey! There's a new video uploaded by those Harmony weirdos! Not just one, but two! The random student said.
What? Kaori said with utter shock.
Two videos? Did you re-uploaded the video after uploading it? Arata whispered to Kaori coldly.
No, I am pretty sure that I only uploaded it once...Kaori whispered back clearly intimidated.
Yes, I can guarantee that! Shinji said with utter shock.
Then... what's happening? Arata whispered frustration evident in his voice then a realization hits him.
"Is this it? Is this really it? Is this the second phase of your plan... Angeline, you sly bitch!" Arata taught to himself, anger visible in his face right now.
"Arata is angry...this is a rare sight... what's happening? could it be...is Angeline involve in this scheme?!" Shinji taught to himself still in the state of shock.
In the limousine...
The video has been posted, Madame! Donovan said coldly.
Very good, Donovan! Very good, Team! Angeline said with pride in her voice.
"How you like that surprise, Arata? Is that better than the first one? Now, let's see what you'll do about this..." Angeline taught to herself, a menacing grin forming in her face.
"Second phase, COMPLETED"