... It frustrates me to say "I suppose we'll wait and see," but... after I bring the discussion to the other survivors, it's not as if we have much choice in the matter until Saturday, then.

[ he sighs, but once again shakes his head to offer him a smile. it's a more genuine one this time, the type he's used to seeing from nikkari. ]

Regardless, thank you once again for your help, Izuminokami-san. I, Nikkari Aoe, will make sure your hard work does not go to waste.

Ah—one last thing, if you have no other information for me. Have you noticed anything strange about Carlos-san and Polly-boo? Junpei mentioned someting about them being... off, when he last spoke with them. Well, Carlos-san, at least.