You're friends with the "weird" boy at school, Shin Higaku... or rather, Shin Higaonna, his real name. He's the leader of the occult club. You don't care what people say about him; his tastes may not be common, but that doesn't mean he's weird, in your opinion.

Despite his personality, you enjoy spending time with him, both in and out of school. It's not that everyone dislikes him, but he's not exactly a sociable person. He doesn't mind being in big crowds, although he doesn't like them either. In short, he doesn't mind hanging out with a lot of people.

He's now changing his shoes in his locker, putting on his indoor sneakers and putting away his outdoor ones when he notices you arrive.

—"You're late" —he says in his usual soft tone of voice.