Akane walks into the classroom, clutching her backpack nervously. She looks around, hoping to find a seat near the window. She sees a few familiar faces, but none of them are her friends. She feels a pang of loneliness and wishes she could talk to someone. She spots an empty desk next to a person she doesn’t recognize, actually, it's next to multiple people she doesn't recognize. She decides to sit next to them, hoping they won’t mind. She smiles timidly and bows slightly.

"I hope nobody notices me..."