The Ayanokouji Twins

Chapter 1.1: Hirata Yosuke, Controlling his Hormones

My first impression of the Ayanokouji twins would be...bafflement? I mean, when the twins came in, bantered with the teacher, handed her an apple and went to their desk, it felt like the classroom turned into a comedy scene. It was just a completely different mood than the tentative optimism and slight nervousness we held before, like they walked in with completely different expectations than us.

Well, I'm over-exaggerating. It actually wasn't that strange of an entrance, just a bit sudden.

However, what I'm not exaggerating is how attractive the twins were. If you told me they were teen models, I would've believed you. If you said you found a magazine with them on the cover, I would've believed you.

Both were very...cool. I know that's very simplistic, but that's the best I could come up with. Both were tall, slim but fit, very poker-faced and spoke in a clear, direct tone that demanded your focus.

Well, that's what I noticed, but I think everyone else was too focused on their appearances to care. Kind of like if a supermodel came up to you, their public speaking skills wouldn't be your focus.

But, well, my impression was just that: an impression. It's a bit early to make comments on them, positive or tentative. Regardless I hope I can get them to interact with the class: they did seem a little stand-off-ish (though they seemed to know Koenji-kun?).

From how plainly and intensely everyone was staring at them, I think they could be a little overwhelmed or repulsed. Sure, they were very poker-faced, but that doesn't mean they are robots, and I hope I could be a bridge if need be.

For a while now, I've barely felt anything special, and especially not romantic, when staring at anyone. I used to have a crush in my first year of middle school: I quickly forgot about her. I used to... well, do teenage boy things, but somehow I no longer feel the urge to. I don't think I even remember what my preferences are.

I can see someone and think they're attractive, like Kiyone-san, but I certaintly don't feel what Ike-kun and Yamauchi-kun do. Speaking of, I should try and get them to tone that down.

I don't like to think about it, but if this... condition? Helps me get along with my peers, than I'm all for it. And maybe I could pull the twins along as well, seeing as I won't be as influenced by their looks.

I'm getting ahead of myself. For all I know, they could end befriending the whole class the moment they show up. I suppose I'm being a little overzealous.

But I can't help it. I'm feeling hopeful about my life here. This new opportunity, this new environment where no one knows me... It's pleasant, the unexpectant stares. I am a bit perceptive about things like that, and the little detail helps drive in the pleasant reality that no one knows me.

I won't waste this chance. I'll do everything in my power for my class and classmates. I'll keep everyone happy. I may have barely known them for a day, but it doesn't matter. I'll make sure things don't turn out the same again.

This is the start of my life at Advanced Nurturing High School.