If he concealed his conversation with the Professor, once the Professor and his group were caught, he certainly wouldn't cover for himself, and whatever he said would be directly exposed then.
Instead of that, it was better to selectively confess, provide some clues to his father, and leave a good impression on his father.
Moreover, now was also a good opportunity to use the Professor as a "scapegoat," conceal the fact that he had met Ayanokoji Kiyotaka, and openly ask his father about the White Room.
If he wasn't mistaken, Ayanokoji Fugang would definitely not admit to these things over the phone. He would remain silent and then find a time to talk to him face-to-face.
Ayanokoji Fugang was silent for a long time: "Kiyotaka, these matters are very complex and cannot be explained in a short time. If you want to know, I will find a time to tell you."
Before Ayanokoji Kiyotaka could ask again, he continued, "You've just been through a kidnapping, and I'm sure you're very tired. Get some sleep first. I'll handle the communication with the police; you don't need to worry about it."
Ayanokoji Kiyotaka was not wrong; he indeed used a delaying tactic and refused to discuss it.
However, Ayanokoji Fugang saying he would personally handle this kidnapping case was an unexpected pleasant surprise.
If he had to go to the police station to give a statement, constantly being questioned by the police, and repeating his "lies" over and over, Ayanokoji Kiyotaka did not know how long it would be before he made a mistake.
Now, it would save him a lot of trouble, and he would not need to coordinate his story with Ikishima Midari in advance.
"...Mm, I understand." After Ayanokoji nodded in agreement, he paused, not forgetting to make a request.
"Father, I hope I can see my brother. Is that possible? I want to remind him to be careful not to get kidnapped like me."
Kiyotaka went to great lengths to conceal Ayanokoji Kiyotaka's whereabouts.
Ayanokoji Fugang didn't suspect anything; wasn't it natural for a younger brother to worry about his older brother?
"Regarding this matter, I will inform your brother. If there's an opportunity, I will let you meet him. Alright, you should rest now."
After Ayanokoji Kiyotaka hung up the phone, Ikishima Midari walked in, holding a bowl of freshly made instant noodles.
The two of them hadn't eaten since they were caught in the afternoon until now, all night. Especially Ikishima Midari; she had been hungry for a long time and immediately made instant noodles as soon as she entered the room.
"I prepared instant noodles for you too; they're in the living room. Do you want some?" she said considerately.
"Mm, I'll have some too."
Ayanokoji Kiyotaka got up and walked to the living room. The two returned to the living room and chatted while eating.
"Shishimou, have you called your father yet?"
There was also a landline in the living room. Ayanokoji Kiyotaka had told her to call her family to let them know she was safe before he went into the bedroom.
"No, it's too late now. He should be asleep already."
It was already past two in the morning; calling at this time was indeed too late.
Ikishima Midari said carelessly, "Besides, didn't we already ask the police on the way? The report they received only mentioned Ayanokoji Kiyotaka's name and didn't know that I was also kidnapped.
Calling him now would only make him worry and serve no other purpose. There's no need to make this call."
That's true... Ayanokoji Kiyotaka quite agreed with this point.
Since their families didn't know, then it was better they didn't know. Anyway, they were safe, and saying anything would only cause them unnecessary worry.
After eating, Ayanokoji Kiyotaka and Ikishima Midari both showered and washed up in the bathroom without avoiding each other.
Their intimacy had reached a new level.
After a moment of tenderness, Ayanokoji Kiyotaka suddenly remembered something very important.
"Oh, right, I have a call to make."
"Is this call that important? Can't it wait until tomorrow?"
"No, it can't. If I don't make this call, she might not be able to sleep tonight." Ayanokoji shook his head seriously.
Ayanokoji Kiyotaka believed that the other person must still be awake, waiting for his call.
This call had to be made tonight.
...
On this long night, besides Ikishima Midari and Ayanokoji, there was one more person tossing and turning in bed, unable to sleep.
It was Saotome Meari.
After leaving the cinema, she had been waiting for Ayanokoji Kiyotaka, waiting for him to suddenly appear and give her a "surprise."
During those two hours at the cinema, she paid no attention to the movie, constantly thinking about how to confess to Ayanokoji Kiyotaka.
She anticipated, she waited... but no one ever came.
After waiting for half an hour, she picked up her phone and called Ayanokoji Kiyotaka.
However, Ayanokoji did not answer the phone.
Why didn't he answer the phone? Did he dislike her? Or did something happen, making him unable to answer?
No matter what happened, Ayanokoji Kiyotaka probably couldn't come.
Meari was a person of action and did not stand stubbornly at the cinema entrance. Seeing that Ayanokoji Kiyotaka probably couldn't make it, she took the subway home.
She was quite dejected, perfunctorily responding to her parents' curious questions while lying on her bed, calling Ayanokoji Kiyotaka every half hour.
But no one ever answered.
It wasn't until around ten o'clock that Meari received a call from Hanatemari Kazura.
"Meari, this is bad! Ayanokoji Kiyotaka's brother was caught!" Hanatemari Kazura's voice was very flustered.
When she learned of this news, she immediately called Ayanokoji Kiyotaka, but the call didn't go through, so she thought of Meari.
She remembered that Ayanokoji Kiyotaka was on a date with Meari today, so she quickly called to understand the situation.
This matter was too sudden; if she didn't understand the situation, she probably wouldn't be able to sleep well tonight.
But unfortunately, she called the wrong person. Meari was also confused when she heard the news.
Ayanokoji Kiyotaka was caught?
Others might not know who Ayanokoji Kiyotaka was, but Meari knew. She had even video-called this brother today!
Was it because Ayanokoji Kiyotaka's brother was kidnapped that he didn't have time to answer her call?
Or was the important matter more pressing? Compared to dating her, his brother was definitely more important!
Learning that Ayanokoji didn't dislike her and that was why he didn't answer the phone, Meari felt a bit relieved. Then, she began to worry about "Ayanokoji Kiyotaka's" safety and prayed for him, hoping he was safe and sound.
After all, it was her future boyfriend's brother who was in trouble. Meari wasn't so unconcerned that she could sleep, so she held her phone and tossed and turned.
She hoped that Ayanokoji Kiyotaka and his brother were both safe and sound...
Until a call from an unknown number came in, Meari instantly perked up and answered the phone without hesitation.
"Meari, I'm sorry, I broke my promise and didn't give you a surprise..." Hearing Ayanokoji Kiyotaka's usual voice on the other end of the phone, Meari finally relaxed with a sigh of relief.
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