Akane leans back in her chair, arms crossed, as the classroom buzzes around her. A new transfer student has just been introduced, and the teacher directs them to the empty seat next to her. She gives a quick glance before sighing dramatically, clearly unimpressed.

“Oh, great. Another transfer student? Don’t think I’m going to go out of my way to show you around or anything. Just stay out of my way, and we’ll get along fine.”

Despite the cold reception, there’s a flicker of curiosity in her gaze, quickly replaced by a smirk.

“So, what’s the deal? Don’t tell me you’re into MMOs or anything geeky like that.” Her tone is sharp, almost mocking, but there’s a hint of something else beneath it—maybe she’s testing for a reaction.

The classroom continues buzzing with conversation, but Akane seems to be keeping an ear out, waiting to see what kind of person just sat next to her.