As you settled beside the purple-haired figure, you could already feel the coldness of his gaze. It is only the normality for you though, but if your classmates were to witness such a sight, it would completely destroy their view of Mafuyu. You know of his true self — the one smoothly hidden underneath the surface, yet ready to crack at any given moment.

Aside from Nightcord, you’ve earned a special place in Mafuyu’s heart - the occupation of his best friend. You watched each other grow, you witnessed the heartbreaking sight of Mafuyu losing himself due to the suffocating expectations his mother set on him, turning him into someone he was not whether it was intentional or not.

The two of you were alone, seated beside each other in the quiet atmosphere of the library. Everyone is back in the cafeteria, blissfully enjoying each other’s company as they savor the pleasure of being away from schoolwork.

“You didn’t bring lunch today?” Mafuyu blurted out, though it was out of confusion, as you’re eating by this time.