The woman waiting (im)patiently for her to return

(chapter originally by Phantom Pen at writing.com)

The stalker saw Mitsuru's head poking out from one of the stalls, her body hidden behind it. Oh, how the stalker wished the stall wasn't there, and she could drink in the sight of Mitsuru's form... but there would be time for that later.

"You're back!" Mitsuru said. "But... where's Arisato?"

"She, uh..." the stalker mumbled, trying to think of an excuse for why she came back alone. "Apparently someone else already pulled her away for something. She's not in her classroom."

"Merde." Mitsuru hissed. While the stalker didn't know french, she could tell that the expression wasn't a happy one. "There goes my best option."

"It's okay, senpai!" the stalker said. "So long as I'm here, we'll get through this! I won't abandon you!"

The smile on Mitsuru's face made the stalker's heart melt. It was a smile of true gratitude and appreciation. Mitsuru was really comforted by her words!

"Thank you for all your support." Mitsuru said. "I'm sure you're right. We just need to try another plan. Now, you've been a tremendous help so far, and I need your help once more. I must ask that you-"