“Where are we going?” Riko asked, her eyes sparking with curiosity. Alyia didn’t tell her about the planned trip she arranged with Hideki. The only thing Alyia disclosed was the length of the trip, but other than that, she kept the rest as a surprise. “You know that soon enough.” Alyia replied to her, smiling genuinely. After a long time, she finally felt peaceful, with her mind focusing on a trip ahead instead of drowning herself in despair. Hideki should arrive soon, so Alyia checked the apartment one more time, assuring herself she had switched everything off before she grabbed her bag. She rushed Riko out of the apartment as well, throwing at her the pack Riko packed for herself, pushing her out of the apartment. Riko felt excited, eager to know what Alyia planned, but the fact she d

