Kohane, outside of New Year's, we've had a few other chances to speak to one another, haven't we?

Yes, such as during Shiho's birthday party. Thank you very much for inviting me over to your house that time.

No, I should be the one thanking you.

Shii actually started talking more about her class after she had a chance to get to know you and Minori better, Kohane.

Really?

Yes. Just the other day, she mentioned how she got to help you and Minori with some animal caretaker committee business.

Oh, that's right! Shiho said that she really likes small animals and that she's been wanting to tend to the little ones with us. And we finally got that chance!

Hehe. She said she really enjoyed herself. Also, the look on her face when she told me about it was so gentle and sweet.

So, if it's alright with you, I'd like it if you could invite her to help out again sometime.

Of course! And it's nice to hear that Shiho had so much fun...! Hehe. I'm really glad for her.