Classroom Of The Elite: Offence Is The Best Defence

Club Fair

As the 4 of us walked towards the gymnasium where the club fair will be held, we engaged in idle small talk where we learnt a little more about each other. Apparently Miyake used to be a delinquent in middle school and I could see why since his biceps were toned in a manor that would indicate repeated contraction in that particular area. He is also interested in Archery which was quite a surprise but whilst he claims he is not the best at it, it apparently helps calm him down. Yukimura was they type who would study a lot. Whilst he would never brag about his academics, he did exclaim that he was confident in his academic abilities although apparently he does not enjoy physical activity very much. Hirata said that none of his classmates from his old school came to ANHS however he had a displeased look when we asked about his past and therefore the conversation shifted quite quickly onto me. Whilst I would never leak information about that place, I did not want to seem suspicious therefore i brushed of their questions by saying that I was home-schooled for most of my life and when they were going to ask me a few follow up questions, we had reached the gymnasium and the club fair made a start.

Upon entering the gymnasium, I could tell that most of the participants were first years and there were around 100 or so waiting for the fair to begin. Pamphlets were being handed out to the students outlining a brief description of each club and what they can expect if they sign up.

"So I will be joining the football club and Miyake will be signing up for the Archery club how about you two anything that catches your eye?" Hirata asked me and Yukimura.

"Eh, I don't think so Hirata. Joining a club would eat into my study time" Yukimura replied sharply.

"Dude its the first day, what are you even studying for" Miyake asked with an amused expression.

"I must stay diligent with my studies after all who knows what the school entails as Ayanokoji said before not everything is as it meets the eye"

"Ah well, I don't think I will join a club either as it would reduce the free time I have however I am still going to keep my options open and see what the club representatives say".

As I said this a petite girl stood on stage adjusting the mic to her size. "Thank you for waiting, first year students. A representative from each club will explain their activities and how to join. I am Tachibana, the secretary of the student council and the chairman responsible for this club fair. Nice to meet you."

After the greeting from Tachibana, the club representatives lined up on the stage of the gym. There were various representatives, ranging from those wearing judo uniforms to cosplay outfits.

The senpais on stage all introduced themselves and talked about the club they represented. After presenting they would leave the stage and make their way to a desk where they have set up a registration area. This happened until 1 lone student remained on the stage. The person was about 170cm in height, which wasn't that tall. A slender body, sleek black hair. Sharp glasses, and a calculating gaze. The student standing in front of the microphone looked over the first-years with a calm look. He met every student's gaze almost calculating their capabilities with his piercing gaze but remained silent.

"Do your best~"

"Did you forget to bring your notecards~?"

"Kukukuku!"

"Fufufufufu!"

The first years threw those words at the person. However, the senpai on stage didn't waver at all. Neither the laughter nor the encouragement seemed to reach him. Even when the laughter started dying down, his apathetic face didn't change. The students started wondering "What is this senpai doing?" and the gym got noisy. Even then, the boy didn't stir. He just stood there quietly, looking at the first-years. The atmosphere took a peculiar turn and turned into an eerie silence where no one dared to talk. I realised that this person in front of me was most definitely an interesting being as he had silenced over 100 students with his presence and aura. Finally he decided to open his mouth