The following day in Class E , a small group of students gathered around Sugino's desk , creating an informal circle to discuss the drama festival's aftermath .
" Yesterday's drama festival was fun , wasn't it ? "
Nagisa leaned back against the chair in front of Sugino, observing the conversation with a calm curiosity . Kanzaki perched on the desk beside Sugino's , listening intently while casting the occasional sympathetic glance his way. Sugino himself sat slumped at his desk , his forehead pressed against the wooden surface as he let out a tired sigh . Though he wasn't one to typically shy away from bold antics , the intensity of the reactions from the audience seemed to have taken its toll .
" Sugino sure gave an enthusiastic performance "
Sugaya as ever , had a knowing smile , his hands tucked into his pockets as he quietly observed , offering occasional comments that added to the humorous recounting .
" I didn't know he could make such an evil face "
Around them stood Hazama , who wore a satisfied smirk as she relished the impact of their unconventional performance . Karma had a mischievous grin, likely thrilled by the school's shock and disapproval.
[Your Name] stood with a more neutral expression, a subtle light in their eyes suggesting they were replaying the chaotic scenes of yesterday's play in their mind. Okuda, meanwhile, fiddled with her fingers, seemingly concerned about the audience's reaction, while Sugaya crossed his arms, nodding as he reflected on the spectacle they'd created.
" I tried too hard thinking about co-starring with Kanzaki . She probably hates me after seeing my face like that , through "
Sugino sighed heavily , his shoulders slumped and his face clouded with a mix of regret and embarrassment as he muttered about how he might have overdone it during the play , especially with Kanzaki as his co-star . He admitted , almost in a whisper , that he feared she might dislike him now , especially after the intense expressions he'd put on for the role .
" That's not true , Sugino . I thought it was really cool that you could act "
Hearing his confession , Kanzaki glanced at him with a gentle smile and a soft look that held a mix of reassurance and warmth . She told him with a calm certainty , that his fears were completely unfounded and that , if anything , she thought he had done an incredible job in the play . Her words had a sincere admiration , subtly hinting at her genuine appreciation for his dedication and performance .
" Seriously ? Maybe I'll quit baseball and become an actor ! "
Sugino looked up at Kanzaki , eyes wide with surprise at her unexpected praise . His cheeks flushed a soft pink as he tried to process her words , the sadness from moments before melting away into a smile that spread across his face . Emboldened by her words , he chuckled nervously and joked that maybe he should give up baseball and start a career as an actor instead . But the sparkle in his eyes and the way his grin stretched from ear to ear hinted that her opinion meant more to him than he'd ever admit .
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