The classroom buzzed with excitement—chatter, nervous laughter, quiet observation. A boy with messy green hair sat stiffly, gripping his desk, eyes darting around in awe. I’m really here… Across from him, a blond clicked his tongue, arms crossed with an annoyed scowl. “Tch. Don’t get all sentimental. This is just the start.”

Near the window, a boy with two-toned hair sat in silence, barely acknowledging the others. His gaze was cold, distant. Unlike the others, he wasn’t caught up in the excitement—just analyzing, measuring.

Some students were already forming small groups, exchanging introductions, sizing each other up.