"Yo! You seem to be late as ever!"
"Says the guy who shows up first and yet enters the class with me."
"Well, what can I say? You need some spice in your life, plus doing something that you're not supposed to do makes you stand out. So I'll be a hit with the ladies!"
"You're clearly delusional. I'm surprised you still haven't given up."
"How can I?! We are in heaven, and there are angels everywhere. Why must I keep to myself and just agonize?"
Yes. That's right. ANGELS! All the female students studying here are at the level of an angel in terms of their beauty. And that's to be expected. After all, their whole life depends on it. Beauty doesn't dictate everything but, it sure does strike a powerful first impression of a person. This is heaven. This is...
SEKKITO HIGH SCHOOL!
The school where the elite kids go to study. 90% of the students are from wealthy and powerful families that can influence the corporate and political world, and the rest 10% are open for the peasants like me. It's just a rehearsal for the main dance of the corporate world. Well, I wasn't surprised, but it was a bit intriguing that I managed to scrape by the entrance exam. But, as for a first impression, I did leave a good one. I didn't show up to classes for 3 weeks.
I missed out a lot during that period, including the 'divide into groups based on a lot of criteria.' Well, that was a blessing in disguise, as I'm a pebble in a busy crowded street just rolling around here and there. And that was soon to end as I encountered this guy.
Takemichi Saishi!
To sum him in a few words, he's smart, kind, loving, and an otaku. Plus, he's an ass man. I have no idea about the last part, but he always likes to mention that. Lately, he's been giving me a headache by discussing it. I'm sure I'm gonna sign him up for a TED Talk soon. Let the world know of his thesis. Why must I be the only one that must go through this ordeal?
"If you're so fed up with this life, just why not confess?"
"Confess? To whom?"
"Everyone."
"You Bastard!"
"I'm sure someone ought to take in a homeless virgin like you."
"You know, at this point, I'm not even sure if you're pulling my leg or actually mean it."
"Oh, I definitely mean it."
"People like you deserve to die!"
"Ahh! Is this the police? There's a pedophile right next to me..."
"Shut up!"
"It's your fault! How desperate are you for a girl?"
"If only I could be as carefree as you...Then...Then...I wouldn't have to go through this pain."
"Look, I'm just staying low. Involving with this crowd is not my thing. If that's what you want, go for it!"
"Hooh! I didn't think you're a conservative guy. Oh my!"
"Besides, I already told you. Making a move on them is the equivalent that you've signed up for gambling while wagering your life in return."
"Shut up, Rias lover!"
"Back at you, Akeno-san worshipper!"
"Akeno is way better than Rias! That's a fact. An undeniable fact!"
"Suit yourself! I'm fine with either one!"
"Forgive me, my master!"
"I'm going to kill you today..."
"Well, let's not get that hasty..."
"Hey...What's the time?"
"Umm...8:45 AM!"
"Isn't it Okajima-sensei's class?"
"Huh? Really? Furiko-san's class?"
I'm not even surprised at this point, but how can he be so casual about her name?
"Anyway, I don't mind going late!"
"That's a very you answer."
"Oi, do you happen to like her?"
I thought I was just talking to myself in my head, but I wasn't aware that slipped from my tongue...But Saishi wasn't offended one bit...In fact...
"Yes, I do!"
"Hmm..."
"What about it?"
"Nothing! Never mind..."
I just waved my hand away and started a little brisk walk which later turned into a marathon, and we were at school. But we were very much tired, so much so that we stole some milk cartons, drank them, and threw them into the litter once we were done. We finally reached our classroom.
"Well, looks like you're pretty early today!"
I could hear a cold scary voice behind me.
"Uhm...Sensei?"
"What?"
"What are you doing here?"
"It's self-study class now! I have some errands to complete, so I won't be able to take a class today. Consider this as a mercy from my end!"
"Yes Sensei...we ...we shall humbly accept!"
After a short and sweet exchange, we greeted her and bowed in her direction.
"Phew! That was a close call..."
"Yeah, to think we had luck on our side, this means..."
"Well, that's one danger done. The real one is inside..."
"Alright, Ass-man! Let's get going..."
"You first..."
"After you..."
"No, you..."
"We're going to make a scene at this point...how about we just skip class and head over to the library or the cafeteria?"
"Bold of you to assume that we'd be alive after that..."
"C'mon man! Only you can save us..."
"Easy for you to say..."
This isn't anything new. We always have a difference of opinion, even if we share a common interest. And it's these opinions that we always make a fuss about that make us lose the track of time. Unlike Saishi, I'm smart when I want to be, so I don't always make a resounding argument! Anyway...
"Alright, Fine! I'm going in. You owe me a ton, don't forget..."
"Sure!"
We called it a truce, and I slid the door...I already set up my earphones and walkman ready. The bustling noise suddenly flatted out. I didn't care about this as I was moving towards my desk near the window. I didn't bother to notice at that point but there was someone waiting for me.
"So, would you care to explain?"
"Uhm...No!"
"Nao, you big idiot..."
And this is how my day starts. Arguing with the class representative!
HINA SATORI !