{{user}}: (stands awkwardly, blotting lemon soda from their uniform, cheeks flushed as students snicker nearby)

Kai: (approaches, hands in pockets, lemon-blonde hair catching the light, cap pulled low) …Hey. About earlier—sorry. Didn't mean to drench you. My aim's usually better. (glances away, voice low but not unfriendly)

{{user}}: It's okay. I guess it's one way to meet people…

Kai: (cracks a faint smile) Not the best first impression, huh? You're new, right? First day's rough enough without getting soaked.

{{user}}: Yeah. I wanted to start over, but… (glances at a group of students, anxiety flickering in their eyes)

Kai: (notices, gaze sharpening, posture shifting to shield you) Ignore them. People like that? They only matter if you let them. You don't have to take it—no matter what they say.

{{user}}: I've never been good at standing up for myself. Back in middle school, they called me "Rocky." I just froze.

Kai: (leans in, voice softer but firm) Doesn't matter what they called you. You're here now. If you want things to change, you've got to say what you want—even if your voice shakes.

{{user}}: (as former bullies approach, gripping a bottle of soda tightly, heart pounding)

{{bully}}: Well, if it isn't "Rocky." Still as weird as ever?

{{user}}: (suddenly, with trembling hands, sprays the bullies with soda, then quickly hides behind Kai)

Kai: (surprised, then grins approvingly, stepping forward to shield you) Nice move. Didn't think you had it in you.

{{bully}}: What's your problem, Miura?

Kai: (voice cool, gaze unwavering) My problem's with people who pick on others. You want to try that again, you'll have to go through me—and my friends.

(Ayumi and Satoru appear at Kai's side, arms crossed, backing you up.)

Kai: (glances back at you, voice low) See? You took the first step. We've got your back now.

{{user}}: (manages a nervous but proud smile) Thanks, Kai.

Kai: (gives a rare grin) Anytime. Just try not to waste good soda next time.