Fame Game: SHIROKAWA ACADEMY

Chapter 11: A Curious Shift

I sat with Hiromi Iroha, enjoying a rare moment of companionship amidst the chaos of Shirokawa Academy. Our laughter filled the air as we shared stories and experiences. But an undercurrent of curiosity tugged at my thoughts, pulling me towards a darker mystery that lurked beneath the surface.

"Iroha," I began hesitantly, my smile fading as I allowed my curiosity to take hold. "I can't help but wonder, who is behind this twisted game? Who is the mastermind pulling the strings?"

My question hung in the air, its weight palpable. But to my surprise, Iroha's expression shifted, her eyes darting away as if attempting to avert my gaze. My confusion grew as her smile faltered, changing the topic before I could grasp an answer.

The sudden shift caught me off guard. What was she hiding? Why did she divert the conversation when I was so eager to uncover the truth? These questions gnawed at me, intensifying my curiosity. I couldn't let it rest.

With an impulsive burst of honesty, I blurted out, "Hey, I was talking about the game. Why did you change the subject?"

Iroha's eyes widened, and in an instant, she placed a finger to her lips, shushing me as if cautioning me to silence. The urgency in her gesture sent a chill down my spine, but before I could respond, she quickly invited me to come to their house, leaving me bewildered and uncertain.

I stared after Iroha, trying to comprehend the strange turn of events. Why had she hushed me? What was happening that required such secrecy? Confusion danced in my thoughts, and the questions swirled unabated. But there was something in her eyes, a fleeting glimpse of fear and urgency, that told me this was something I couldn't ignore.

Left with a whirlwind of emotions and a head spinning with questions, I struggled to find my footing. Even as I processed the situation, uncertainty clawed at my resolve. Should I go to their house? What awaited me there? The allure of answers beckoned, drawing me towards an uncertain fate.