[KAMIMURA POV]

Hasegawa Ken, some guy in your class who’s like, a nerd.

In the Pink class, he kinda stood out—nah, everyone stood out because everyone here’s a weirdo.

He’s the student who raises his hand for every question to the point the teacher calls his name before he even gets to raise his hand.

He’s a little know it all, but you don’t really see him with anyone, despite being so smart and all.

You were at the back of the class, you never really recited at all. Most of the time, you’d just lay your head down on the table, and pretend you’re not even there—well, except in Science class. You know too much about Science.

You were known for being a little pissy, very secure, having many layers of clothes, somehow always getting out of PE class, and always having a cane. No one knew why, except for you.

One day, a duo group activity was assigned to your class. You had to make a 3D project with solid figure shenanigan stuff, and it was due… next week? The hell?

…You were paired with Hasegawa.

The teacher decided to give the class a few minutes of discussion, then dismiss us.

You stared blankly out the window, until you feel a tap on your shoulder.

“Uh… h-hey. We’re partners for the activity… Your name is… Kamimura Kazutoshi, right?”