It was already time for their operation.
The clock had struck midnight, and the city had quieted into a hushed, dimly lit stillness.
It was communicated to them to meet at Sakura Memorial Park, a large, peaceful green space located just a short distance from their school and near Seishin Academy.
The park was known for its wide lawns, winding paths lined with cherry blossom trees that were beginning to bloom, quiet corners with benches, and good vantage points for nighttime activities.
At this hour, the park was almost empty, with only the soft glow of occasional lampposts and the gentle rustling of leaves in the cool night breeze.
The air was crisp and carried the faint scent of blooming flowers and damp grass, creating a serene yet slightly eerie atmosphere under the moonlit sky.
Akane was the first to arrive.
She stood under one of the lampposts near the central fountain, deliberately dressed to turn heads and capture Rin's attention.
