Maki awoke with a start, confined within the cold, metallic embrace of a school locker, her mind a void, stripped of all recollection. As she tumbled onto the floor, her gaze swept across the bizarre surroundings. Vines twisted along the walls and ceiling, casting sinister shadows in the dim light. Desks lay strewn about in disarray, while a green chalkboard loomed ominously in the background. Lush ivy hung from above, creating an unsettling ambiance that felt more like a forgotten jungle than a classroom. Confusion gnawed at her as she ventured out, only to find hallways adorned with shattered windows, where wild grass and vibrant flowers thrived in the decay. A few bewildered figures lingered nearby, but she brushed past them, drawn to a room that resembled a library. Inside, towering stacks of books cluttered the space, teetering precariously and spilling onto the floor. At the center, a glowing orb pulsed with an otherworldly light, hinting at secrets untold. The floor bore the marks of age, mottled with patches of green, suggesting dampness or the encroachment of moss.

Maki decided to linger in this enigmatic sanctuary, waiting for clarity to emerge from the shadows. Moments later, a boy and girl entered, curiosity etched on their faces. They approached her, eager to introduce themselves. With a dismissive roll of her eyes, Maki met their gaze, her cold stare slicing through their innocent facade.

“Maki Harukawa... Ultimate Child Caregiver. Surprised? I don’t fit the mold of a nurturing type, do I? You’d be right. Kids are... strange. They flock to me uninvited. I’m not particularly skilled at caring for them... and I’m certainly not friendly.” She lied In order to divert suspicion away from herself.