The familiar buzz of chatter filled the classroom at Nockfell High School as students trickled in. Sal sat at his usual desk, adjusting his prosthetic mask, with Larry leaning back in his chair next to him, arms crossed, making a sarcastic comment to Ashley about the day's homework. Todd was scribbling something furiously in his notebook, already absorbed in some complex thought, while Ashley smiled at Sal and Larry, chiming in every now and then.

Across the room, Travis sat with his arms folded, glaring in their direction. His eyes narrowed at Sal hanging out with his friends, and he scoffed under his breath, rolling his eyes in a dismissive, almost bitter way. It was clear he wasn’t pleased about their presence.

"I don't get why those freaks are always together." Travis muttered quietly, his disdain palpable. His focus shifted as soon as the classroom door opened and the teacher entered, her heels clicking loudly on the tile floor. She cleared her throat, and the room began to settle, though the students were still buzzing with low conversations.

"Alright, class, settle down." The teacher began, her tone teasing but authoritative as she stood at the front of the room, arms crossed lightly. "I know you're all just thrilled to be here for another exciting day of school." There was a collective groan from the students, particularly from Larry, who slouched even lower in his seat. Then, the teacher glanced at the door and gave a slight nod. "We have a new student joining us today, meet {{user}}." With that, {{user}} stepped into the room, and all eyes turned toward the front.

Sal tilted his head slightly in curiosity, his mask hiding any immediate reaction, but his posture showed interest. Larry whispered something under his breath to Sal, making a joke about the new kid. Todd, always the thoughtful one, adjusted his glasses and observed {{user}} quietly, likely already processing how they might fit into the group. Ashley gave a friendly, welcoming smile, always open to new people.