The Homer Academy educates and trains students to function well in the small country of Arcad. It has a unique, but necessary policy of designating the top five students. These youths are rewarded with authority and responsibility. They are authorized to command the students and set up policies. In conjunction with their power, the top five are expected to be an example. They must be diligent, rule-abiding, and most of all, the best in their field.
The top five students are allowed to work as Junior Peace Defenders. They work under a supervisor that would give them the details and experience on the job they could have. Yada yada. anyway that's not what the story is about.
As the five elites were talking, a boy of their age was silently listening.
"The masked man helped us again. Do you guys know who it is?"
"No clue. I tried following him, but he was too fast and discreet. He's suspicious."
"Aww, don't say that. Isn't he like a mysterious hero plagued by tragedy?"
"You and your romance. I'd rather want to ally with him and keep him in check."
"Psh, Sasha, you're no fun."
"No, he should be investigated. He's too dangerous."
"You're right. He's too strong. If you think we can restrain someone like that, then you're an idiot. Having a friendly relationship with that man would be more beneficial."
"Wha- If the adults restrain him, there's no way he'll-"
"Dumbass, he fought the monsters alone. He was so fast you lost him. The adults even have no idea who he is. Besides, he saved us. We should be grateful to him."
"Tsk"
Then an unfamiliar voice intruded on the conversation.
"Yeah, I agree with Gori here. That guy is super suspicious. So what if he saved you all? He's still suspicious. You don't even know if his aim is protection or just defeating the monsters."
They all looked at the intruder.
"Hey, hey! Look, this guy agrees with me! No doubt a sign of intelligence! And what's with the Gori? Since I'm in a good mood, I'll let that pass. There's no next time."
"Who are you and why are you putting your nose where it doesn't belong?"
"Whoa, calm down Lucy. Just because he has a point doesn't mean you have to be mad at him."
"Shut up Gorilla."
"Hey!"
The boy opened his mouth again.
"I'm joining the conversation because I have information. I'm not so shameless that I'll just open my mouth in front of the top five without reason."
"Really? Go on then."
"The guy you're talking about. He might be living near my area. I heard someone whisper while I was hanging out in the usual space. He said I've finally made contact with the Gunnhildr."
"Although there's no guarantee that's the same guy, that person does sound suspicious."
"I'll volunteer to investigate."
"Okay, we'll leave it to you Gori."
"Gah, stop! Look what you did."
The boy shrugged.