Omori, with a sense of surprise etched across her face, welcomed Ichiro and the twins into her home. The atmosphere within the room was tense, a reflection of the urgency that hung in the air. As Omori tried to grasp the unexpected visit, Ichiro cut straight to the chase.
"Where are they?" Ichiro demanded, his tone indicating that he expected Omori to be aware of the situation, given her close ties to her parents.
"What are you talking about?" Omori replied, genuine confusion etched on her features. She seemed taken aback by Ichiro's direct question, unsure of the context that had led to this sudden interrogation.
Chiyo let out a sigh, impatience evident in her voice. "Just tell us already so we can leave," she asserted, her frustration mirroring Sachiko's sentiments.