Classroom Of The Eli Chapter 79 - 7:Only One Solution

Chapter 79: Chapter 7:Only One Solution

The sumr sun hanging in the sky was dazzlingly hot. As I took each step along the tree-lined path to school, my body scread in agony. Sweat poured down my face. A cheerful student ran alongside and overtook . She certainly looked lively. Alternatively, perhaps she was crazy? I probably wouldn't run even if I were being chased by the apocalypse.

Just beyond the trees, light filtering down through their leaves, a lone female student was sitting against the handrail. She looked over at . How could this beautiful girl be so good at positioning herself against the scenery? The thought occurred to

to capture this idyllic scene in a photograph. However, I didn't have the guts to take her picture.

"Good morning, Ayanokouji-kun."

"Were you waiting for soone, Horikita?"

"Yes. I was waiting for you."

"I guess if you wanted to confess your feelings, it'd be best just to get the words out."

"Are you an idiot?" she spat. I felt hotter than ever.

"Everything will be decided today," I said.

"Yeah."

"I was thinking...maybe I made a mistake. The wrong choice..."

"Would you be happy if we'd compromised?"

I didn't want to think about it, but Horikita continued. "If Sudou-kun is penalized for this, it'll be my responsibility."

"So you do worry about things like this, huh?"

"The truth is that we're gambling. I'm a little anxious of the outco. Are you okay?"

"We have the strategy you proposed yesterday. Ichinose will be there, too. We'll manage."

I lightly patted Horikita's shoulder and continued walking.

"Hey—"

"Hmm?"

"Nothing. After we settle this case," replied Horikita, as if she'd been about to say sothing. She shut her mouth.