Desired class shift

The Intriguing Challenge: Decisions and Gains

Punto de vista: Kiyotaka

Today dawned like any other day, following the usual routine with a slight modification. A few weeks ago, I decided to start exercising again, feeling that my physical condition had declined. This became evident when I faced Ryuen and his gang; I wasn't as efficient as I used to be. My muscles were atrophying, which was understandable since I hadn't exercised since I left that place. Now, I am determined to train and recover slowly. After the exercise routine, I took a shower and prepared a light breakfast before going to class. When I left my room to take the elevator, I saw Ichinose Honami, a charming lady who exuded elegance with her pinkish blonde hair and deep blue eyes as deep as the ocean. Her skin, as clear as snow, accentuated her radiance, and her sweet and captivating smile could enchant anyone. Ichinose is one of the few friends I have, and I enjoy spending time with her. "Good morning, Ayanokouji-kun," greeted Ichinose with that beautiful smile. "Good morning, Ichinose. How are you?" I returned the greeting.

"I'm doing very well, Ayanokouji-kun, and you?" she replied. "I'm fine. I see you're as lively as ever." "Hahaha, I guess so. I had a lot of fun yesterday; it was Yume-chan's birthday, and we played and joked until dawn." —I see. Despite that, you still have a lot of energy. I couldn't be so active after that." "It's not a big deal. By the way, Ayanokouji-kun... Hmmm," she responded. "Since you're going to class, could I join you?" - her voice became less audible, but I could hear her. "I have no problem with you accompanying me," I said. "Yes!" She seemed happy to join me.

After that brief chat, we walked in comfortable silence towards class. I noticed that many people were watching us, which was normal when I walked beside possibly the most beautiful and popular person in the first year. The looks varied between jealousy, envy, hatred, and curiosity. I couldn't help but sigh inwardly, but I ignored them and kept walking. When Ichinose and I were about to say goodbye to go to our respective classes, two people shouted behind us."Ikeshit: Bastard! Not only are you delaying the class, but now you're trying to betray us!" Ike yelled at me with hatred and reproach, which made no sense."Yamadead: Yeah, you're a useless guy who hasn't contributed anything to the class and now you want to leave and be useless somewhere else!" he said while laughing, making me think of Einstein's famous quote about human stupidity."I'm not betraying the class; I'm just walking with Ichinose, who is my friend," I replied, although I wondered if it was worth responding."Ikeshit: As if I would believe such nonsense! A shady and solitary guy like you could never be friends with someone like Ichinose-chan," Ike shouted again."Yamadead: Yeah, you're probably blackmailing her with something to make her talk and walk with you; otherwise, how would someone like her be interested in a useless guy like you?" Yamauchi said."Ichinose: Yamauchi-kun, Ike-kun, stop insulting Ayanokouji-kun for things he's not doing! And he's not useless like you say; He's much better than you. Besides, Ayanokouji-kun and I have been very good friends since the beginning of the year, so don't blaspheme him," Ichinose said with a tone that sounded quite angry.Both Ike and Yamauchi couldn't say anything in front of Ichinose; they just exclaimed "tch" and left angrily."Ichinose, thanks for defending me," I said. "They insulted you for things you haven't done and called you useless when you're anything but that.""It's okay, Ichinose; you don't have to get so angry for me," I said, although I can't deny the fact that I'm happy she defends me that way."But I can't let them say those things about someone I consider important to me," she said as her cheeks turned a cute shade of pink."As I said before, you don't have to worry about that. For now, we need to go to our respective classes since it's getting late," I said, trying to make my tone as gentle as possible."Okay, you're right. I don't want to be late," she replied.

After that, we said our goodbyes, and I headed to my classroom. As I entered, many eyes were on me, reflecting our recent interaction. Some looks were angry, others filled with hatred, and some indifferent, but well, it's not like I cared. I decided to walk past the glances and took my seat. Right after that, someone greeted me from my right."Good morning, Ayanokouji-kun," greeted my neighbor, Horikita Suzune. We've been neighbors since the beginning of the year, and given her personality, I wondered if she considered me a friend."Good morning, Horikita," I replied with an indifferent tone."I see you had a rough time a few minutes ago," said Horikita."It certainly wasn't pleasant with so many people around," I told her."I was thinking about the power dynamics in the school. Every interaction seems like a strategic game, and our actions can have long-term consequences. Don't you find it exhausting to have to measure every word and action?" Horikita asked, with a thoughtful look in her eyes."That's life in this school. Each of us is here for a reason, and our decisions influence how others perceive us. But, in a way, it also gives us the opportunity to challenge those expectations and forge our own path," I replied, trying to convey a different perspective.