Bab 86: CHAPTER 85 - Threads of Destiny (5)

Ichiro's heart raced as he stared at Sakata Danjuro, the tension in the room palpable. Hiroshi and Tomoko exchanged puzzled glances, their confusion mirroring each other.

"Does Ryoma know?" Ichiro pressed, his eyes narrowing. The name hung in the air, a heavy secret threatening to unravel.

Sakata Danjuro met Ichiro's gaze with a stoic expression, contemplating his response. "What do you think?" he finally replied, his voice a low rumble.

A heavy sigh escaped Ichiro's lips. The unspoken truth lingered in the air — Ryoma, was unaware of the impending storm. Ayami, caught in the crossfire, was the unwitting victim. Despite Ryoma's cold exterior, there was a hidden affection for Ayami that Ichiro couldn't ignore. The two belonged to different organizations, and this revelation hinted at a dangerous conspiracy.

"So, you admit to everything?" Ichiro asked, his voice edged with a mix of determination and concern.