"Owkay, ah'so group 1 goes to house 3 and 4, it's Micah Jobs, Luke Summers,..."
Ms Mueller went through the names of all the students in each group slowly. Everytime she finished, ten students would come together, take some documents and brochures, then leave to take their bags and go to the houses.
This went on relatively peacefully until some groups were announced which had some odd or interesting configuration of people were announced.
"Ah'so in gruppe 7, vhich goes to house 15 and 16, ve have Julian Grey, Ryder Jax,..."
"Woah, the two hottest boys in the grade. Julian look at me."
"Julian's so hot though"
"No ways, Ryder is the hottest."
"I would Ryde Ryder all day if I could."
The teachers could only roll their eyes at this behaviour but they reasoned that these kids' hormones must be going crazy right now.
While the girls bickered and drooled, out stepped the figures about which they were fighting. A boy with black hair and deep blue eyes with a confident smile walked over while from another side an even taller boy with brunnete hair and brown eyes and a body that seemed like it was carved from perfection walked out. These were Julian and Ryder respectfully and they did the same as everyone else and went on their way with their group members.
Time went on until finally group 11 was announced.
"Ah'so in gruppe 11, vhich goes to house 23 and 24, ve have Max White,...,Leonidas Mira, Maya Inu, Rosaline Mitchell, Priya Shikte,..."
"What? That group has the 3 hottest girls from 3 different classes!"
"Yooo, it also has the psychopath... Who knows someone might die"
"Shhh... He might target you"
Leonidas heard all this but chose to ignore it. Whether these people like him or don't like him doesn't change anything, from his perspective. He merely stepped forward, grabbed the documents, then stepped towards the direction of his luggage.
He lugged the bag over his shoulders and started walking towards the house when someone spoke to him.
"It seems we're gonna be spending more time together. I'm Rosaline. Remember me? From the bus?" said Rosaline with a polite smile while bringing her hand forward for a handshake.
"Yeah I do. Leonidas. It's nice to finally get acquainted." said Leonidas while shaking her hand.
Rosaline was slightly taken aback. She thought this guy was a demon according to rumors, but he had just flashed her the most natural smile. She couldn't help but raise her guard against this terrifying person.
"So how do you think this thing is gonna go?" said Rosaline, while dragging her bag along to keep up with Leonidas, who, seeing her eagerness to talk to him, slowed down his pace to match hers.
"Well... I'm guessing they'll give us snacks soon, then tell us to explore the surroundings, maybe as a game, before giving us supper. But who knows..." Leonidas said dismissively.
He really did not know. In his first life he never went on school trips because of his recluse status. Whatever happens next is beyond his knowledge.
Rosaline gave it some thought before nodding and said," What you said definitely makes sense. Hopefully we have fun right?"
"Hopefully..." said Leonidas as he stepped into house 23 where he saw a miniature kitchen, a bed room with 6 beds stacked into bunk beds, 1 toilet room, and a bathroom with another toilet. He inwardly nodded his head. This is really not that bad. At least for now.
As he went on to put his luggage in a bed some other people stepped into the room with loud laughter as they were getting to know eachother.
"Woah. This place is way smaller than it looks from the outside."
"I know right... Ouhh, I got top bunk!!"
"What? Shorty you better get back here!"
"kukukuku you guys are funny I'm definitely gonna enjoy this grooouu..."
The last person's words trailed off as he saw Leonidas place his bag on one of the lower bunks and sit on the bed.
He just remembered. His group had the walking disaster. The demon Leonidas.
Leonidas, who was currently focused on the brochure and documents, didn't even bother looking at them as he greeted, "Hey guys, the name's Leonidas. Let's get along"
"..."
"..."
"Wait you're that demon?!"
"Woah!! Do you wanna get killed?"
"Oh shit!"
"Pfft, don't worry I'll go to your funeral"
"Hey!!"
Three of the boys conversed and bantered while the fourth one took the opportunity to stealthily take one of the top bunk beds and then stretch his hand out to Leonidas while saying "HI, I'm Max. And don't mind these idiots."
"Hey Max. Nice to meet you."said Leonidas with a light smile. Max wasn't the most good looking, but he was definitely above average. He seemed like the type of person who treated people genuinely no matter what.
"Hey Max no fair" said a short guy of 1.4m with a stubby nose but before he could take a top bunk someone's bag landed in top. Leonidas later found out the short's name was Julius.
"You snooze, you lose, JJ." said the guy who threw the bag. He was tall, almost 1.8m, and had big hands. Leonidas deduced that he definitely plays basketball. He introduced himself as Gene. Leonidas thought that he would definitely be easy to get along with.
"Gene's right JuJu... Snoozers do become losers hahahaha" said the final guy mockingly while placing his bag on the last remaining top bunk. His name was Thabo and he had an average face at best. Nice guy tho.
"Awww fuck you guys... What just because I'm short you think you can bully me?" said Juju dejectedly while throwing his bag at the bottom bunk below Thabo's bag.
Leonidas smiled while watching this. These guys are definitely idiots.
Max noticed Leonidas reading and asked "Is there anything good there?"
Leonidas responded "Oh, nothing much, just a brochure and a schedule for today. Apparently we're gonna have afternoon snacks in 15 minutes then supper at 6:30."
"Ouuhh snacks. I'm starving!!" said Juju.
"All that food and you still won't grow taller" said Gene
"Pfft hahaha"
"pfft"
"pfft wahaha"
Leonidas shook his head. These guys may be idiots. But they were really entertaining idiots.
15 minutes later, a bell rang and everyone stepped out only to be met with a picnic style snack tables. Every group was given a table and plates and people could eat and drink however much they could.
It was a jovial atmosphere as even the group members started introducing themselves as they ate. The girls were Maya, Rosaline, Priya, Bianca, and Khanyi.
The boys' eyes visibly lit up as the three preetiest girls Maya, Rosaline and Priya introduced themselves. Maya was known as the cold beauty, while Rosaline was the golden princess, and Priya was the spring flower.
Each of the boys had previously spoken of who they would date, who they would marry, and who they would fuck back in the comfort and safety of house number 23.
Those perverted freaks had now turned into docile puppies who would even try to present their most charming sides to the girls.
Leonidas could only smile to himself due to his second hand embarrassment. Men really are dogs.
When it came his turn to introduce himself, he merely did the bare minimum and kept the ball rolling, absolutely not paying attention to the various looks everyone was giving him.
"Guys don't look at him like that, he really isn't that bad" said Max apologetically. Leonidas wasn't sure if he was saying it to himself or to everyone else but he kept to himself and ate his food.
"Really? I heard he kills people." said one of the other girls named Bianca with a frightful expression on her face.
"They sorted that out. It was just slander from rumors" said Gene.
"Yeah he's a chill guy. Right..?" said JuJu almost as if he was convincing himself.
"pfft JuJu you can relax. If he's no chill, at least we know that your dead body's gonna be chill when it's in the morgue" said Thabo.
"Ewww... We're eating." said Priya with an amused smile on her face that made JuJu blush like a tomato.
"Boys are gross." said Khanyi with an unsightly expression.
Thabo may or may not know it, but he just lost some major points with the girls.
Leonidas almost burst out laughing. What an idiot.
The atmosphere was ruined when a teacher spoke "Okay guys now that you've started talking to each other and gotten to know each other better, it's time for the first game."
Mr Klein, the class teacher for 8c, said "That's right, this game will be a clue hunting game. You will receive 7 riddles which will point to 7 places and you will have to explore these places in search of a number connected to the riddle. Each group has three tries to get the number correct. The first group to get the correct number wins. "
Murmurs could be heard all around. Every student was excited. A clue hunt. What a banging surprise.
Rosaline could not hide the surprise on her face after hearing the teacher. She turned and looked at Leonidas and could not help but be moved a little. It turned out exactly as he said it would.
There was another person who was looking at Leonidas and Rosaline doubtfully with surprise in her eyes. This person was Maya. She was right behind the two on her way to the house and she overheard their talks. Now she wondered how it could be possible for Leonidas to guess the future 100% accurately.
Leonidas' face was indifferent while this was happening. To him it seemed like it was obvious given the brochures withe the maps and the clearly empty schedule for the day.
Of course though, lwonidas' brain was working very differently form normal people's brains due to his Soul Database. He could extract every piece of information, every microexpression, every hidden meaning and come up with a measure or a counter measure. This was due, mostly, to his natural intelligence as well.
The teachers noticed the myriad of expressions and Mr Klein continued "This game will last until 9:30 pm when we'll announce the winners. Even though you'll have an intermission at 6:30 for supper, as long as your group eats quickly you can continue with the hunt at anytime. But... All of your members have to finish your food before you leave."
Leonidas' eyes flashed as a smile appeared on his face. This game might be easier than he thought.
"So... Are you guys ready to have some fun?!"
"Yeah!!"
Ms Anne continued, "Ohkay, then ewery group must choose a group leader to come and pick up the riddles. You have 5 minuten."
Group 11 immediately became quiet. Everyone looked at each other as if trying to evaluate who would allow them to win.
Suddenly, JuJu spoke
"I nominate Priya. She's smart and beautiful, she'll definitely be a great leader"
"..."
"pfft haha JuJu oh my god"
"It's not about being beautiful you idiot" said one of the girls
"JuJu just keep quiet if you have nothing good to say." said Priya annoyed
As people carried on nominating people ranging from Maya and Rosaline to Max, Maya spoke up.
"Leonidas, what do you think?" said Maya tentatively.
Everyone became quiet and turned to Leonidas who was somehow able to draw Maya's attention.
Leonidas looked at Maya, seemingly in thought, before he started "It doesn't really matter anyway. If we let go of all the politics and just choose someone practical, things should work out. Anyway I choose Max."
"Hey why Max?! You think us girls can't be leaders?" said Khanyi, fuming. But Leonidas remained calm and continued.
"He's the only one out of all the people you've nominated who actually wants to be leader"
"..."
"..."
"W-w-wait is that true?" said Thabo unbelieving.
"Yeah sorry guys, I don't wanna be the leader. Way too much work." said Priya with resignation.
"Same to be honest" said Rosaline
"Same" said Maya.
Everyone stared at Max waiting for his response, but to Leonidas, it was too obvious. Max was too much of a gentleman to put a burden on women and he was also the type to actively seek positions of responsibility.
From the way he carried himself to the way his manner of speech made it easy for others to trust and respect him, Leonidas could tell that his personality was carefully crafted to be a leader. He wouldn't be surprised if Max was once or twice the class representative for his class.
Max stood up with an amiable smile on his face and said, "Haaahh... I guess I gotta do this... As long as you guys promise to put in 120% effort into every game from now on."
"Max! Max! Max! Max!" said JuJu cheering him on
"Oh shut up JuJu" said Gene
"Pfft" squeeled Thabo withholding his laughter
"Thanks Max" said Rosaline with a smile.
"Hahaha, you guys are funny. You got it, Max." said Priya. Maya merely nodded and occasionally glanced at Leonidas, whose indifferent face was back in full swing.
And so, with the hopeful gazes of his teammates at his back, Max went up to get the group's clues in preparation for the Clue Hunt Game.