"Well," Takamiya said. "Maybe we'll just tell people that the real you has run away and then say that you're a new student that I know. You look nothing like your former self anyway."

"And don't worry. I couldn't forget the old you if I tried." he stuck his tongue out at her good-naturedly. When he got his nose tapped he was surprised, but poked Rika's cheek in response. "You sure you don't like me?" he teased. 

Inside the hospital was white, blinding cleanliness. Takamiya approached the counter. "Hey there. My friend-" he motioned to Rika - "has a bad leg. Are there any doctors we can see soon?"

The secretary smiled. "Yes. We'll get to you as soon as possible. Please sit in the waiting room." she directed them to a hallway which opened into a room with seats, where a few people sat, waiting for their turn.

Takamiya lifted Rika once more and walked towards the waiting room. He lowered her gently to a chair and sat down next to her.