The students of class D

On the second day of school, even though it was technically the first day of classes, the majority of the day was spent going over policies and rules. Many of the students had their expectations completely blown away by how nice and friendly the teachers were. Having already made a big commotion the other day, Sudou was left alone as he slept like a log during class. The teachers noticed him sleeping, but no one made an indication as to stop him.

After all, deciding to listen to the lesson or not is our choice, so the teacher wasnt concerned. Is this how teachers interact with students that are no longer part of compulsory education?

In this relaxed atmosphere, it soon became lunchtime. Getting up from their seats, the students started to go out to eat lunch with their acquaintances. I couldnt help but look in envy towards the others. Sadly, I wasnt able to make any close friends with my classmates.

Pitiful.

The only person who noticed my feelings sneered at me.

What. Whats pitiful?

I want someone to invite me. I want to eat lunch with somebody. Your thoughts are really obvious.

Youre also by yourself. Dont you feel the same way? Or do you plan on staying alone for the next three years?

Yes. I like being alone.

She replied quickly, without any hesitation. It seems like she really feels that way.

Instead of worrying about me, go worry about yourself.

Well

After all, it wasnt me that proudly said that I couldnt make friends.

To be honest, it seems like the near future will be troubling because I couldnt make any friends.

After all, being alone also stands out. If I became the object of bullying, I would certainly be conspicuous.

Not even a minute after the ball rang, half the class became empty.

The people who are left either want to go but are alone just like me, are sleeping and not paying attention, or like being alone like Horikita.

I was thinking of going to eat, does anyone want to come with me?

Hirata said as he stood up.

With that kind of thinking, he looks like a real riajuu.

Id been waiting for my savior to come all alongits a perfect chance for me.

Hirata, Im coming now. Steeling my nerves, I slowly raised my hand

Im going too~! Me too me too!

When I saw Hirata surrounded by girls, I put my hand back down.

Why did those girls take my spot? That was my chance to be friends with him! Just because hes an ikemen doesnt mean that you guys can thoughtlessly go to the cafeteria with him!

How sad.

Another derisive laugh and a disdainful look came from Horikita.

Dont try to guess what other people are thinking.

Is there anything else?

Feeling a bit lonely from the lack of other boys, Hirata looked around the room.

When he spotted me, our eyes met.

Its here! Hirata noticed me! A man who wants you to invite him is here!

After meeting eyes, his gaze locked onto me.

As expected from the riajuu, he understood my troubles!

Umm, Ayanoko

Hirata tried to call out my name, but at that moment,

Hirata-kun, hurry up!

The girls took a hold of Hiratas arms without noticing me at all.

Ahh Hiratas gaze was stolen by the girls. Afterwards, he and the girls exited the classroom. The only thing that remained was my outstretched arm.

Feeling embarrassed, I pretended I stretched my arm to scratch my head.

Well then.

Sending me one last look of pity, Horikita left the classroom by herself.

That was useless

Reluctantly, I stood up by myself and decided to go to the cafeteria all alone.

If I dont feel like eating alone, Ill just go buy something at the convenience store.

Ayanokouji-kun right?

On my way towards the cafeteria, I was suddenly stopped by a beautiful girl. Shes Kushida, one of my classmates.

Because it was the first time I looked at her from the front, my heart went doki doki.

Straight, short, brown hair that reached the top of the shoulders. It wasnt crude by any means, but the school recently approved shorter skirts, so it was obvious that her uniform was a newer one.

In her hand was a pouch with a lot of keyholders on itI couldnt tell if she was carrying a pouch or if she was carrying a lot of keyholders.

Im Kushida in the same class. Will you remember my name?

Sure, I guess I can. What do you need from me?

Actually I would like to ask you something. Its a short question, but Ayanokouji-kun, by any chance, are you on good terms with Horikita-san?

Were not particularly close. Just acquaintances. Did she do something?

It seems that when her goal was to ask about Horikita. I feel a bit sad.

Oh, I see. Werent you two getting along on the first day of school though? I was asking everyone one by one for their contact info, but Horikita refused to tell me.

That girl, what is she doing? If she was asked for her contact by an assertive girl like her, she couldve helped me out and shared it with me. Afterwards, I might have have gotten familiar with the class.

Also, on the day of the entrance ceremony, werent you two talking to each other in front of the school?

Considering that we were also on the same bus together, its not surprising that she saw the two of us together.

What kind of personality does Horikita have? Is she the type to only speak her mind to her close friends?

Even though she wants to get to know Horikita, I can only listen to her questions but not answer any of them.

I think shes not very good at interacting with others. Why do you want to know about Horikita?

During the self-introductions, Horikita-san walked out of the room, right? It looked like she didnt talk to anybody, so I was worried about her.

She did say that she wanted to get along with everyone in her introduction.

I understand, but I only met her yesterday, so I cant really help.

Fuun so thats how it was. I thought you two were friends before coming to high school. Sorry for asking you a weird question out of the blue!

No, its fine. Why do you know my name though?

What, didnt you introduce yourself? I made sure to memorize everyones names.

Kushida listened to my lame self-introduction.

For some reason I feel really glad hearing that.

Once again, lets get along well, Ayanokouji-kun!

Although I felt a bit perplexed by her outstretched hand, I wiped my hands on my pants and then shook her hand.

Nice to meet you too

Today was a lucky day. Even though there were some bad moments, there were also good ones.

And since humans think conveniently, I quickly forgot about the bad moments of the day.