[This event has certainly proven to be a harsh reminder of the darker side of life in Wonderland. That's even more of a reason why this trip seemed like an appealing idea. He felt very relieved and glad when Sayaka agreed to join in on this trip. He wanted to bring her as far away from her worst memories as he possibly could.

And so hear they were. With his hard work complete, Kiyotaka had just wiped some sweat from his forehead with a towel. Once Sayakya starts speaking to him, a smile starts to tug at his lips, while he also feels an odd sense of nervousness.]

Thank you, Maizono-kun! I tried my best. I would love to go on such a walk with you! [He hadn't expected for him to blurt out that answer, though. Normally, he'd try to play down wanting to engage in an extracurricular activity. And so he quickly follows up with less enthusiasm-] Is - is it okay to take a break?