The group steps outside the old Saitama Urami East Junior High, the evening air cool and calm. As they walk away from the school, the mood shifts, filled with lighthearted teasing aimed at Megumi. The fact that he had once been the "problem child" at the school, known for his tough, no-nonsense attitude, lingers in the air. His past as someone who stood up to bullies and commanded attention contrasts sharply with the calm, composed person he is now.

Despite the jokes, Megumi doesn’t react. He walks with his usual calm, giving no outward sign that the teasing is affecting him. His posture remains relaxed, though a small, knowing smirk plays at the corner of his mouth. He’s moved far beyond that part of his life, and the playful banter from his friends only serves to highlight how much he’s changed. The teasing continues, but it’s clear that it doesn’t touch him—he’s used to it by now, and it’s all part of the friendship they share.