As for how Lin Baici spotted her at first glance, that's a personal privacy matter, so he didn't inquire.
...
Time marches on relentlessly, and soon it was the evening of the day after tomorrow.
Actually, after 4 PM, the streets were getting busier, with almost everyone dressed up.
Especially the girls, most of them were wearing yukatas.
They're not bathrobes but traditional Dongying attire, colorful and patterned. The narrow skirts make taking big steps impossible, so they walk with small steps, looking gentle and delicate.
At the convenience store entrance, Lin Baici bought an ice cream bar, biting into it as he idly waited.
Suddenly, amid the street noise, he heard the footsteps of Goto Mariko, but he didn't turn to look; he acted as if nothing happened.
Goto Mariko walked up to Lin Baici, stood on tiptoes, and gave his shoulder a strong pat.
"Lord Lin!"
Lin Baici turned his head to see a well-dressed, pretty high school girl.
