[ I can't believe we're living in a timline where Ishimaru dies before the murder game even happens.

She falls silent while listening to Ishimaru's concerns. From the way she's grimacing, it certaintly appears as though she's taking his words to heart. Their current predicament would be quite bad for the both of them, not only would her career be at stake, but Ishimaru would never live a peaceful life ever again should the rumors escalate. She closes her eyes for a few brief seconds before letting out an exhale.

In a flash, her serious expression breaks and she starts to giggle non-stop. ]

Just kidding! Sorry, Ishimaru-kun. I couldn't help myself.

[ It wasn't a funny joke at all, Sayaka. ]

As far as I know, the school's security have been quite good at deterring journalists. So we should be safe.