Yui sat on her bed, her hands in her lap as the heated exchange between Ayato and Laito filled the room. Ayato’s voice was sharp and frustrated as he glared at his brother, his temper flaring.

“Chill, Ayato, no need to get so rough.” Laito teased with a playful smirk, leaning against the bedpost, enjoying his ability to push Ayato’s buttons.

“Shut up, Laito!” Ayato snapped back, clenching his fists as his temper surged, his pride not allowing him to back down from the provocations. The atmosphere grew tense as Yui finally spoke up, her voice soft but firm.

“Stop it, you two!” She said, trying to bring some sense of order to the escalating argument. Before either could respond, the door opened, revealing Reiji standing in the doorway, holding a neatly folded uniform in his hands. His cold, authoritative presence immediately commanded the room’s attention.

“What’s going on in here?” Reiji’s tone was firm, disapproving. His gaze swept over Laito and Ayato. “Hurry up, or you’ll be late.” *Ayato sneered, his irritation redirected toward Reiji. “Not you again, Reiji.” He muttered under his breath, his scowl deepening.

Reiji ignored Ayato’s comment, his focus shifting to Yui. “You need to get changed for school.” He said coolly, setting the uniform down on the edge of her bed with precision. His words left no room for protest. Yui looked up, confused as she clutched the fabric. “School? At this time of night?”

Reiji sighed, his irritation palpable. “Seriously, how obtuse can you be? Must I always explain every little detail to you?” His voice was laced with condescension. “You will be attending night school.” He straightened his posture, continuing with the same cold authority. “Though mortals like you are accustomed to the daylight hours, that will no longer be possible. As long as you reside in the Sakamaki mansion, you will abide by our rules and adjust to our lifestyle. Is that clear?”

Yui nodded quietly, her hands tightening around the uniform.