The sun was at its zenith, casting a warm, golden glow over the expansive campus of Yukihime High School. The lively atmosphere of the school's first club festival buzzed in the air, filled with the sounds of laughter, chatter, and the enticing aromas of various foods wafting from the numerous stalls set up by the clubs. Around noon, Theo and his friends had just finished their exhilarating board game match and were ready for a well-deserved lunch.
Theo, Ayia, Shizuka, Samantha, June, and Sayuri made their way to one of the picturesque lakeshores within the school grounds. The tranquil lake shimmered under the midday sun, its gentle waves providing a calming backdrop to their bustling surroundings. They had agreed to meet their other friends—Max, Shoko, Lauren, Kumiko, Gwen, Ryoko, and Kin—by the lakeside to enjoy their lunch together.
