Classroom Of The Elite: Variable [Hiatus]

[Vol 2] Chapter 1: Sakura Airi's Soliloquy

I don't know how to interact with other people. I'm bad at talking while making eye contact. I'm horrible with crowds. I don't remember how or when I became so hopeless.

    However, one thing I do know for certain is that a person cannot live entirely in isolation. No matter how much I may love my solitude, I can't remain totally by myself. So, I came up with a solution. I would adopt a false face and hide my true self. Then, I wouldn't be completely honest, but I would be a version of myself. I could continue to live in this dark, lonely world.

    The world isn't entirely beautiful. Everyone knows this, but in their hearts, they still wish for that perfect, idyllic place. A bit of a contradiction.

    I don't care who answers me, but I need to know. Is everyone else putting on a facade, just like me? Or do most people show their true selves to the outside world?

    Recently, I met a boy who introduced me to a group of people who accepted me. But...

    Do I deserve this genuine kindness?

    Am I allowed to connect with these people?

    To be honest, I'm afraid to find out.