My New Life

Chapter 56: Peaceful Time's End

"Alright, let's see what this is about."

After saying this, I walked off to the designated room to meet at.

It said room 204, which was on the second floor.

I remember seeing others going to that room as well, it's more than likely that the group I'll be in won't be that large.

I made it there with time to spare, and lifted a knuckle to the door, knocking on it.

"Enter."

I stiffened up at the voice, a small smile falling on my face as I opened the door, and saw Mashima-sensei's strict gaze.

"Good afternoon sensei."

"Take a seat."

Ah.

This feeling again.

Not only others within my school year, others among my senpais, but you as well.

He had the same aura as Horikita-senpai.

How exhilarating.

I did as instructed, taking the first seat of four that were lined up in front of him.

"May I ask how many others from my class are in this group?"

"In your group, there are three total, we will wait patiently for the other two to arrive."

"Yes sensei."

He turned his gaze upon me, actually looking at me, and I was sitting straight in my seat, my hands folded on my lap as I showed a small smile.

I met his gaze with my own.

"...You."

"Yes sensei?"

"What is your name?"

"Tensai Shizukana, surname Shizukana."

He nodded, and said nothing more.

A few minutes later, and there was another knock at the door.

"Enter."

The door opened, and I smiled as I connected eyes with who walked in.

"Ah, Shizukana-kun!"

Onodera smiled happily as she walked over, moving the seat beside me back with how recklessly she sat back in it, and punched me in the arm.

"Long time no see! What's it like being Mr. Popular now?"

"It's somewhat overwhelming, I'm finding solace in isolation t-these days, just trying to enjoy my vacation to the fullest."

"Mhm mhm, well, I know a good restaurant we can go to if you want?"

I let out a small laugh, Onodera's enthusiasm and energy makes every day just that little bit brighter.

"Of course, I'd love to."

A gentle knock was heard on the door, and Mashima-sensei said the single word for the third time.

"Enter."

Opening the door, a smaller girl with indigo hair tied up in twin-tails, and kind pink violet eyes quietly walked inside.

She seemed like a rather nice girl.

I recognize her from my class, but didn't personally know her.

"Hello." She greeted politely, a small, seemingly permanent blush on her face.

"Hey!" Onodera greeted back with a smile.

"Hi." I smiled back as well, and some of her nerves seemed to settle as she walked forward, sitting down next to Onodera. "I'm Shizukana."