"𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐁𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐤𝐲"

" The Astra Event " (1)

The bright sun is shining as the class president diligently goes through papers about event activities. Suddenly, someone knocks on the door and she pauses, asking the person to say their name first. Today is the day of the Astra celebration, which everyone has been eagerly anticipating. The other students are making their way to the high school. Kaito enters and greets President Takumi, asking for the member's list of tasks for the event. She responds, "Yes, I have it. Please hand this to the others and supervise them. Come back here after you're done." Finalizing everything, Takumi adds to Kaito, who nods, comprehending what was provided to him. "I will do my best to help them. Take care, President," he says in a resolute yet gentle manner as he exits the club room.

Kaito was walking around with some papers in hand when he came across a crowd of people gathered around someone. He wanted to pass through, but he saw that Koharu, a familiar face, was among the students. Koharu was busy talking to others and politely asked the crowd to give him some space, but they didn't listen. Kaito had enough of the commotion and decided to drag Koharu away, saying "Excuse me everyone, would you mind letting me borrow him? Thank you." Suddenly, a student yelled "Hey!" and Kaito sensed that they were all sprinting towards him. In response, Kaito quickly grabbed Koharu and pulled him away. Koharu asked him to slow down, but Kaito was in a hurry. After they were safe, Kaito checked on Koharu and made sure no one was watching before giving him the papers. However, Koharu suddenly passed out on the ground, and Kaito realized he should have been more careful. Koharu woke up and scolded Kaito for not being more considerate of his well-being.

Kaito entrusts some papers to him, and he apologizes to Koharu for what happened. Takumi wants Koharu to create a list of decorations based on the information on the paper, and Kaito explains that he needs to ensure effective organization, prepare reports, and manage the event process. Koharu holds meetings with all of the clubs involved in the event to go over procedures and decisions, with Kaito providing a schedule and theme explanations. Once everything is set, Kaito leaves the rest to Koharu to handle while he assigns another member to assist him.

Rin is walking through a crowded hallway, lost in thought and not paying attention to where she is going. Suddenly, she bumps into Kaito and papers fall to the ground. Rin realizes that it is Kaito, the vice president, and apologizes for not noticing him. She helps him pick up his papers and he informs her about a list of tasks that Takumi has assigned her and Koharu for the upcoming Astra event. Rin is excited about the tasks and prepares to begin, but Kaito reminds her to discuss the event with Koharu first, write down all the details, and hand them to him once they are completed. Rin and Koharu discuss the event and its costs, and Koharu provides suggestions until Rin finishes writing everything down.

"I noticed that both of you have been working hard to make the event successful. Do you need my help?" Kaito asked Rin and Koharu. Koharu shook his head and said, "We have finally filled the list you gave us." Rin handed Kaito the written report and said, "Thank you for all the work you've put in. The president will appreciate it. I will let you know what happens later. You both are responsible for the Astra event." Kaito was satisfied with their efforts.

"President, I have the papers you need," Kaito said as he opened the door quietly. He saw Takumi sleeping with piles of papers arranged neatly on the desk next to her. Kaito was somewhat worried about waking her up. But then he heard someone ask, "Kaito, do you have the paper now?" Takumi was lying somewhere between a sleeping and an awake condition. "I was just resting after checking the papers."

"Yes, President Takumi, I have it. But I will handle this one this time. You did yours already," Kaito said, trying not to overload her with work. He sent her a gentle smile, and she replied, "Okay, Kaito. I'll let you take care of it for now. First, let me see how the Astra event is going." Within seconds of handing her the paperwork, she returned it to Kaito and said, "This will do, but you're not going alone. I'm going with you." Takumi brushed Kaito's shoulder as she got up from her seat and headed towards the door. "Are you coming, Vice President Kaito?" Takumi asked.

Kaito rushes over to President Takumi and states, "I am coming with you." They depart to conclude the Astra event preparations. Without delay, Constella High School opens its gates, and crowds of lively students enter. The club members greet them and their leaders, getting ready for a full day of work.

"Do we have to do this ritual? Can't we find another way?" they said in a sour voice, annoyed at being constrained here while the hooded figure peeped at the students. As darkness envelops them, a second hooded figure emerges from the shadows, "We have to do what must be done. They may have their fun, but it will be all over for them," adding dreadful meaning to each word as it speaks behind them. "We will make this event one that they will never forget."