The person I love is not mine...

"Wh-what are you doing? I told you that the only girl I like is Erica—?!"

But before Ary could proceed with his words, Marinette blocked his words with her lips.

"Ummmmmm?!"

Ary dilated his eyes then pushed her backward, saying,

"Are you insane or what?"

"..."

Unexpectedly, Marinette was left solemn and continued to gaze at Ary with a sign of pity.

"Hmm?"

Ary reacted after seeing her glancing at her like this.

"W-What?"

Ary asked as he covered his dragon with his hands.

But before he could do any further, Marinette moved forward toward him and embraced him gently.

"Mari—"

"It's fine, Ary Inochi."

".....?"

In a pitiful voice, Marinette replied, then, she gazed at Ary and commented,

"You have Erica. It's good, but don't forget that we are all here to support you as well."

"What are you talking about? I know that."

Ary replied as if he didn't understand why Marinette was saying all this.

"I saw."

While lowering her gaze, Marinette replied.

"What?"