Akihime followed close behind him, Mitsunari letting Shouta go before him as they all entered the old temple. It was musky and decrepit, smelling of blood and mold. Tadateru hid but watched them closely, his eyes focusing more on Akihime. He felt his mouth water, fighting the urge to make himself known.
"It's too quiet." Mitsunari said, "That girl must have lied to you."
"Her fear was genuine." Akihime frowned.