However, in the literal sense of the word, there is no doubt that even if you say something "dangerous......

Riveria, however, only watched in silence as the water in the cup kept slowly decreasing.

In other words, she's just drinking water—

With an unceremonious attitude......

After all, it's a sworn friend; And on top of that, it's a close friend, so there's nothing polite about it.

- That's what I thought. Probably, right?

Or is it just because of nervousness?

"Seriously, I'm afraid you're going to have all sorts of problems if you drink it any longer. Or are you planning to stay silent until I speak? ”

"If that's the case, as you can see, it's just the two of us right now, pretty much talked, right?"

"After all, if it's going to test my patience or something, it's just stupid."

That's right, this guy hit the nail on the head.

However, even if he wanted to tell him all the causes and consequences, he didn't know if he could successfully make Lemuel accept it.

But at least the person in front of him is one of the few people who can give him a sense of security.

So, it's okay, right?

In other words, even after he understands the ins and outs of the whole thing, he will not look at himself with strange eyes or anything, where is this blind confidence?

Even if it's a big friendship, it's too arrogant, right?

Immediately afterwards, Riveria finally opened the conversation at the moment when she put down the cup-

"Now, maybe you think it's too long-winded to bring up the old things now...... But do you remember when we first met? ”

How could you forget......

"Of course you remember, you were in the open-air park near my house at the time, right?"

"Because I often wander there when I have nothing to do, and I happen to see you sitting alone on a swing or something......"

"And then you're going to talk to me, aren't you?"

"What is that reason?"

This unexpected, and expected question suddenly provoked Lemuel to inadvertently reveal an expression of crying and laughing-

"Because, do you think this guy looks good?"

"What......!? Hmph, it's really a bastard who judges people by his appearance? ”

Moreover, what's the matter with being so honest and talking in your heart!

Of course, her return was merciless.

- "I think I'm just being honest with what I'm thinking. ”

"Why are you being scolded? Now, an honest man like me is an endangered species, right? ”

"It's okay to say whatever you want now...... You could have made up a better reason to amuse me. ”

"You spare me, you were unhappy all over your face. My eyes are still swollen from crying, and it would be really bad if I didn't be careful in that situation......"

Lemuel shrugged his shoulders and continued as if nothing had happened.

“...... Really, you're so thick-skinned in front of that guy. ”

"Please, you're different from Lela, aren't you?"

"I can talk to you about anything on my mind, whether it's troubles or anything else......"

After all, that's how you exist for me.

"And I'm going to be friends with you for the rest of my life if time permits. But she's different, isn't she? ”

"What's different?"

At this time, Lemuel looked a little unhappy-

"You know that, don't you? Don't force me to say it...... To be honest, you're a real no-brainer in a place like this. ”

"Someone is not the same, the kind of strong words that can still make people have nothing to say is just as hateful to the root of their teeth......"

“...... Alas. ”

At this point, she finally gave up and continued to delve in.

After all, doing this kind of thing is equivalent to being bored with yourself-

Anyway, I'm just a friend......

"But seriously, why did you cry so much?"

"Didn't you already know why? Why bother? ”

As she spoke, Riveria stared up at him for a moment before she lay on the table listlessly.

"In other words, you didn't believe what I said at the time, did you?"

Then she took it herself.

"Because you don't have any reason to tell me, who was a stranger at best. Not to mention that we just met by chance. ”

"Hey...... That's what you thought, that's why you had an expression of disbelief at the time? ”

This is akin to talking to oneself, and of course there is no need to answer.

"Because that's all I can think about—"

"Besides, who would drag a stranger to accompany you like you at that time, and then don't say a word for three hours?"

Hearing this, even Riveria couldn't help but laugh out loud-

"That's right, where did I get so much courage at that time?"

"How could I possibly know this!"

Lemuel choked angrily.

Having said that, you didn't say no? Why? ”

Unexpectedly, this question made him, who had been comfortable until now, become stumbling and spitting-

"I guess it's because of the look on your face at the time?"

"To be honest, looking at that expression that is almost equivalent to pleading, how can you let me refuse!"

"Besides, what if I refuse and you cry on the spot?"

"No, it's a question of what I'm supposed to do, right?"

"Hehe, you're a ...... Make a mountain out of a molehill. ”

In the face of girls who don't know each other, they can think about so much or something in a short period of time, and to some extent, it really shouldn't be underestimated-

It's unforgivable to be too gentle, right? You know......?

"Are you praising me or hurting me?"

In the blink of an eye, the moment the words fell, both of them couldn't help laughing-

"Let you imagine?"

"However, what was told to you at the time was a half-truth. After all, I'm not the kind of guy who is completely unsuspecting. ”

That's right, the mood was different then than now.

The moment she said this, Lemuel couldn't help but feel a sense of relief. ——

"In other words, am I unreservedly trusted by this guy now?"

Let's just think so.

For, Riveria did not refute or deny this conclusion that he had reached on his own initiative.

"However, it was true that I told you at the time that I had a big fight with my dad and ran out."

"Ah...... I believe. ”

"Don't you ask why?" Riveria asked, looking at the already empty glass.

"If you want to tell me, I'll listen."

You see, this guy is pretty sharp in this kind of place......

It's a no-brainer.

"Really?"

"I really can't hide anything from you."

"Of course, how long do you think the three of us have been together by now-"

The moment he blurted out these words, even Lemuel himself laughed, and his expression was very satisfied at that moment.

However, whether the other side also holds the same idea is not certain.

After all, they are different, in every sense.

But the fact that he had different thoughts from him never told him that he was in front of him at this moment.

Honestly, it's a really weird feeling...... If you have to say it, it's quite similar to anxiety and anxiety, right?

"You're too easy to get satisfied, aren't you?"

Immediately afterwards, Riveria couldn't help but swallow back the emotion of seeing that the embankment was about to burst with this exclamation.

"Dad, he happened to be exposed by gossip reporters for embezzlement of the company's public funds at that time, and then he was fired by the company as a matter of course."

"After that, he tossed himself around in nearby bars and nightclubs every day until he was so drunk that he was unconscious—"

“......”

Of course, at this time when she finally got to the point, Lemuel's attitude certainly did not have the slightest intention of being perfunctory.

After that, he often brought all sorts of things unpleasant...... That is, the resentment was vented on me and my mother. And no matter how much I tried to persuade me, it didn't work. ”

"Later, as time went on, my mother's patience gradually collapsed, and finally divorced the guy by agreement."

Naturally, she left that home and naturally regained the freedom that should have belonged to her...... At the cost of pushing me into the abyss! ”

"After that he started to bring different, even women I didn't know at all, home for the night...... I couldn't bear it anymore and finally decided to move out on my own. ”

"Are you willing to fall?"

"Almost, right?"

Sure enough, it was a bit different from what was expected, but it wasn't unacceptable.

Because this guy doesn't look like he's "talking about someone else" anyway......

"And then I happened to meet you in that park that day."

These words made Lemuel, who was originally chewing potato chips as if nothing had happened, his eyes widened: "Do you mean to say-"

However, he did not dare to express his speculation. But even so, he got that answer in the blink of an eye-

"You're right, after that I had to endure unimaginable treatment again and again......"

"Of course, what is worse than punching and kicking is also included, do you want to listen?"

Unexpectedly, at the moment when Lemuel shook his head, his body lost his balance-

"Hey! You, what are you doing? ”

To put it simply, Riveria, who was approaching quietly, quickly fell down with a merciless movement!

In the blink of an eye, it became the two of them fell to the floor as if they were disheveled. Honestly, a bit sensational.

"As you can see, I'm not actually the person I am anymore what you think."

"Na...... Even so, can you still get the words out of your mouth? ”

"Eh, wait...... What do you mean? ”

These words did give herself a considerable shock, but if this is the truth, then what does she think about it now?

And why did he suddenly do such a thing?

Or is this guy at this moment her real face?

- I don't know, I don't know at all!

I have to say that the amount of information I am forced to accept in a moment is a bit large, and I can't draw conclusions for a while.

But I don't regret what I said, or think about taking it back quickly.

To sum up–

"My decision is not going to change. Whether it's you now, or the one you used to be, maybe I don't know you ......"

"But in short, you are my best friend, no matter which side you are. Why don't I beg you not to abandon me? ”

Is it? This is undoubtedly what he is saying. At last—

On the premise that he did not hesitate to use this seemingly dirty means to get that answer, he finally got his wish.

However, is this really the answer I've always wanted?

Do you want to hear from his mouth just such an answer?

If the answer is unequivocal, then why do you feel unsettled at this moment?

Is this the punishment for falling in love with the same man as that guy?

However, it was clear that I came first!

But why is this happening?

Whose fault is it for this dramatic mistake?

Immediately afterwards, Riveria regained her original sanity as if she had seen an opportunity, and of course returned to her original position.

“......？！”

Because the two of them are staring at the door through the crack in the door at this moment.

And even from such a distance, you can clearly feel the resentment that she is constantly exuding!

"It's miserable!"

"Staring—"

I always felt that if Riveria hadn't discovered it in time, it would definitely be an unimaginable tragic situation at this moment......

That gaze, which seemed to be like a whirlpool of chaos, suddenly made Lemuel sweat profusely!

"What were you two doing?"

"Hah, ahahaha-"

As a result, the initiator of this dignified and upright situation at this moment actually intends to get away with an attitude of pretending to be stupid and stunned?!

"The reason why I lost my temper with you in the morning for no reason was because of that guy's call."

"I'm sorry to show you the shame. Sorry ......"

Earlier?!

After that, the two of them had to wait for Leela to return to the room after Lemuel's pleading.

"Incoming call? Judging by what you said earlier, the relationship between the two of you should be very bad, right? ”

"Well, that guy might be doing everything he can to get rid of your burden—"

“......”

In this regard, Riveria did not affirm, but did not rush to deny.

That is, there is no doubt that the guess was correct.

To be precise, her indifferent attitude seems to be closer to acquiescence.

However, what Lemuel cares about is the specific content of the call-

"What kind of content can make you like that in an instant?"

"But if that's something I shouldn't know, I won't ask."

It seems to be an understatement addition, but it is very considerate to Riveria at this moment-

However, she shook her head again, seemingly rejecting the offer.

"At least let me help you as a friend, right?"

"I may not be able to make a big difference, but at least if you have bitter water to pour, I can accompany you at any time."

- So, this guy is so annoying about that.

This is what the so-called "unconscious gentleness is a great sin for others."

However, from his own standpoint, he didn't want him to wade into this troubled water.

However, in the end, he was still defeated by his perseverance as expected-

"The guy said he got me a job and told me to go back tonight. But I ......! ”

Suddenly, at the moment when the words came to an abrupt end......

Riveria, however, found that she had unconsciously let him see the tears that had crept across her cheeks that she hadn't even noticed.

But there's no way.,As long as it's in front of this guy, people can't help but relax-

Maybe he didn't even realize this, right?

"Yes, I'm sorry! I don't want to be ...... like that either."

Faced with a completely panicked Riveria, someone handed over what she might want the most now-

It's just a tissue.

"Understood, in that case, I'll go with you tonight, right? I'll send you back. What do you think? ”

He was ostensibly seeking Riveria's advice and asking for her consent.

But in fact, before this, Lemuel had already decided that even if she objected, she would not be able to make concessions on this point.

"Huh? You weren't listening to all that, were you?! ”

"No, it's because I heard those words that I wanted to do that—"

And just when the atmosphere between the two became delicate......

"By the way, I'm in favor of Lemuel doing that."

"After all, if my uncle's temper becomes worse than I knew, I don't worry about letting you go back alone-"

That's when Leela joined the conversation at just the right moment.

"So, you should send Riveria home this time."

"By the way, if Uncle really plans to do something...... Just call the police. ”

Suddenly, both of them were taken aback by her words-

"Lela, you, are you serious?"

"Of course! Otherwise, do you think I'm talking about fun? ”

"And there's no way I'm going to do this casually in front of you two, right?"

"Seriously, I've thought about calling the police several times, but I've been stopped by Riveria."

"She's afraid she's still thinking about that guy now—"

After all, that's the biological father.

- This kind of justified reason doesn't need to be explained at all, right? However, this is not a panacea......

- But, just as he was about to accept the suggestion, he was stopped by Riveria in hysterical disgust......

"No! I must not bother you for my sake...... You don't deserve to do this for someone like me, I don't have that value! ”

"If I'm hurting you, if that's what happens—"

Unexpectedly, she was only halfway through her words when she was slapped on the forehead mercilessly by Lemuel—

"What are you doing?!"

After that, he covered his forehead while covering it; While tearfully reproaching.....

"You...... It's because of this kind of personality that I'd rather be covered in bruises than cause trouble to others that makes me feel a headache——"

"I think the so-called friends are not the existence that you can rely on without reservation at such a time?"

"So, it's more or less dependent on us! If you can't even do that, what kind of friend are you! ”

"Or do you think we don't have anything to rely on?"

In the blink of an eye, Lemuel and Lelah's back-and-forth strikes made Riveria unable to open his mouth even if he wanted to......

"How could I possibly think you guys can't be relied on or something. There can't be such a thing! ”

"It's because you're both very reliable guys that I'm ——!"

"Then shut up for me now!"

“？！”

"You...... Really super troublesome know? What is the intention of this outward statement? Break up? ”

Why is this happening?!

His cold questioning suddenly made Riveria fall into a frenzy in the blink of an eye—

"Does that sound like what I mean?!"

"What else do you think?"

"I never thought of such a thing!? Wrong...... I don't want to break up! ”

“......”

"Besides, it has nothing to do with why I'm against you! Why can you force a piece of it? ”

Obviously, she was in a hurry.

In the blink of an eye, it turned into a condescending tongue to their tongues, and the best evidence of this is that......

"By the way, you're very noisy!"

Lemuel stifled a hard laugh; While bluffing back to her.

"Isn't it all your fault after all?!"

But seriously, it's really loud...... But it's also very cute, isn't it?

- But the moment when this guy is desperate to tear off the cloak of reason......

Didn't you think it would be like this?

It's a bit of a stretch when you think about it, and I can't resist it......

"Okay, okay, I'm wrong, can't I? But I'm not going to give in on this. Do you understand? ”

“...... Got it! But I don't care what will happen when the ugly words come to me! ”

"Yes, yes, then it's decided......"

However, perhaps at this time, Riveria's heart may even be happier than she imagined?

At the same time, she was also very grateful, as if she finally realized-

It turns out that even if you seem to be incurable, there are people who are willing to become "companions" with such yourself......

No, maybe the relationship with these two people has long been more than just "companions", right?