"You're very welcome. Goodbye."

It was a short exchange. Chitanda's house was far—even though she had a bike, it'd be completely dark by the time she’d arrive. She was the one who wanted to come, but still, I felt a little guilty about the whole thing. I definitely owe her for this.

On my way home, I suddenly looked up in front of me.

The mountains of Kamikakiuchi were already completely enveloped in the darkness.