On the second day of school, even though it was technically the first day of classes, the majority of the day was spent going over policies and rules. Many of the students had their expectations completely blown away by how nice and friendly the teachers were. Having already made a big commotion the other day, Sudou was left alone as he slept like a log during class. The teachers noticed him sleeping, but no one made an indication to stop him.
After all, deciding to listen to the lesson or not is our choice, so the teacher wasn't concerned. Is this how teachers interact with students that are no longer part of compulsory education?
In this relaxed atmosphere, it soon became lunchtime. Getting up from their seats, the students started to go out to eat lunch with their acquaintances. I couldn't help but look in envy towards the others. Sadly, I wasn't able to make any close friends with my classmates.
"Pitiful."
The only person who noticed my feelings sneered at me.
"... What. What's pitiful?"
"'I want someone to invite me. I want to eat lunch with somebody.' Your thoughts are really obvious."
"You're also by yourself. Don't you feel the same way? Or do you plan on staying alone for the next three years?"
"Yes. I like being alone."
She replied quickly, without any hesitation. It seems like she really feels that way.
"Instead of worrying about me, go worry about yourself."
"Well... "
After all, it wasn't me that proudly said that I couldn't make friends.
To be honest, it seems like the near future will be troubling because I couldn't make any friends.
After all, being alone also stands out. If I became the object of bullying, I would certainly be conspicuous.
Not even a minute after the ball rang, half the class became empty.
The people who are left either want to go but are alone just like me, are sleeping and not paying attention, or like being alone like Horikita.
"I was thinking of going to eat, does anyone want to come with me?"
Hirata said as he stood up.
With that kind of thinking, he looks like a real riajuu.
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I'd been waiting for my savior to come all along—it's a perfect chance for me.
Hirata, I'm coming now. Steeling my nerves, I slowly raised my hand...
"I'm going too~!" "Me too me too!"
When I saw Hirata surrounded by girls, I put my hand back down.
Why did those girls take my spot? That was my chance to be friends with him! Just because he's an ikemen doesn't mean that you guys can thoughtlessly go to the cafeteria with him!
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"How sad."
Another derisive laugh and a disdainful look came from Horikita.
"Don't try to guess what other people are thinking."
"Is there anything else?"
Feeling a bit lonely from the lack of other boys, Hirata looked around the room.
When he spotted me, our eyes met.
It's here! Hirata noticed me! A man who wants you to invite him is here!
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ELITE CLASSROOM 1ST YEAR (VOLUME 1)
Teen FictionKōdo Ikusei Senior High School, is a leading prestigious school with state-of-the-art facilities where nearly 100% of students go on to university or find employment. The students there have the freedom to wear any hairstyle and bring any personal e...
