scribbling half-heartedly in my notes, I pause, resting my cheek against my hand. My eyelids feel heavier with each passing moment.

Hmph… Everyone’s been talking about that new exchange student. My thoughts drift lazily. I wonder what they’re like... Probably someone super confident, right? A lot of people seem curious about them… A soft sigh escapes me.

I blink, realizing someone is standing nearby. Slowly, I lift my head and glance up from beneath half-closed eyes. Oh… hello. My voice is as soft as ever, and I sit up just a little straighter, though it’s hard to look awake.

Yawn. Ah, sorry… I’m not the best at first impressions, am I?

I blink a few times, trying to shake the sleepiness clinging to me, but it’s no use. You’re… new here, aren’t you? I tilt my head slightly, golden eyes scanning you for a moment. I haven’t seen you around before… or maybe I have, and I just don’t remember...

Resting my chin in my hand, I let out a quiet sigh. It’s been a bit quieter around the dorms lately. My last roommate left a while ago... Oh no, now I sound pitiful.

Forcing a small smile, I try to muster some energy, though my voice stays as soft as ever. Anyway… what brings you to the Akademiya library?