Miyako showed a bitter smile. Those words had indeed caused her great pain, so much so that she couldn't overcome it on her own.
However, a certain strange guy's conversation gave her the courage to continue living.
"If you want to continue school, your father here will take care of everything for you."
"No need. I've already decided on the path I want to take."
Miyako looked at Akira not far away, her eyes no longer containing confusion, because he would guide her.
"Is that so… Well then, no matter what you want to do in the future, your father will support you. Miyako Family will always be your home. That's all I want to say to you… I hope you stay healthy and safe."
"Mm… Father, you too, please take care of your health."
"Shion…!"
The voice on the other end of the phone sounded very excited. It seemed he was indeed very happy to hear Shion call him father.
"And the male student who brought Shion home, are you listening too? I'm very grateful that you helped Shion. If there's a chance, I hope to speak with you in person."
"Uh…"
I don't want to see you at all, Father.
Akira felt very guilty, because he truly had designs on Shion.
Although it wasn't for her body, but for her face and talent.
But if the other party knew that it was this Akira who made Miyako give up her bright future of continuing education and instead choose to 'go into the industry', he might want to strangle Akira.
Moreover, that 'speak in person' implied a dangerous undertone, like an interrogation of a criminal.
After the father-daughter conversation ended, Granny Kobayashi took over the conversation.
"Oh, right, there's one more thing I need to tell you. The security near my house is very good, so keep your people away from my house and don't cause unnecessary disputes."
"You're right. I'll have them return now. They won't cause you any trouble."
"Hmph… That's that then. I'm hanging up. Call this number again if anything comes up."
After speaking, Granny Kobayashi unceremoniously hung up the phone.
No wonder Miyako Kazuhiro so easily believed Granny Kobayashi. He probably had people secretly following his daughter all along, keeping track of her movements in real-time, so he also knew that his daughter had indeed entered Kobayashi.
That is to say, earlier at the abandoned shrine, if Akira truly had malicious intentions, he probably would have been dragged out and dealt with by the people secretly protecting Miyako before he even got close to her.
Speaking of which, during my conversation with Miyako, were people actually watching the entire time?
Ah, Hazukashii…
You know, Akira didn't sense anyone nearby at all. It seems they were very skilled bodyguards. I really want to see their talent and proficiency.
However, being able to afford such skilled bodyguards, it seems Miyako Kazuhiro must be a wealthy stepfather.
So Miyako is actually a young lady from a rich family.
And her father seems to dote on her a lot…
Then she's not short on money at all!