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[She can't help watching his face, then, will start writing her reply.

And writing.

And writing...

After a good thirty seconds she turns her notepad back. She holds it so he can read her words:

"Actually, on that note, there's something I wanted to confirm with you.

Your response that you voted for Rin-chan to give her a 'mercy killing'...

That was a lie, wasn't it?

You don't need to vocalize your response. Tap your finger on the table and I'll pass you some paper so you can write a reply.

I have no interest in revenge or sullying your reputation, Dr. It is merely important I know."]