Spice It Up (The Irregular at Magic High School Fanfic)

Volume 1 (Enrollment) - Chapter 1

"I can't accept this."

"Still...?"

Standing before the auditorium, a pair of students stood, locked in disagreement. Although both freshmen, their uniforms had one distinct difference. It wasn't the difference between slacks and a skirt, but the emblems on each uniform. On the female student's chest was an eight-petaled flower of the First High School. It was nowhere to be seen on the male's blazer.

"Onii-sama, why are you a reserve? You topped the entrance exams- You should be freshman class representative, not me!

"Putting aside the question of where you got hold of the entrance exam results... since this is a Magic High School, they would place more emphasis on practical magic using abilities rather than paper tests, right?" Although displeased, his next words soothed her, "Miyuki, you are well aware of my magic using capabilities, aren't you? I'm surprised I was even accepted as a course 2 student."

The female was his sister, as could be confirmed by her use of the title, "Onii-sama." Although the two shared coloring, their facial structures were completely different. She was captivating to any who set eyes on her, with her silky blue-black mane, shining blue eyes, and girlish charm. Tatsuya was not nearly as attention-grabbing.

"How can you be so unsure of yourself?! Even when no one can match you in your studies or taijutsu! Even for magic-"

"Miyuki!" As he called out her name, Miyuki sobered. "You understand that saying that won't help, right?"

Her eyes lowered, "I apologize..."

"Miyuki..." he placed his hand on her hair, leaning forward. "I'm honored you feel anger in my stead."

"Liar."

He denied the accusation.

"Onii-sama, you're always scolding me..."

He pursed his lips, "I'm not lying. I think about you the same way you think about me."

Miyuki's cheeks reddened.

Tatsuya could only feel he had made a grave mistake in saying that, but he shelved that for later dealing.

"Backing out of the speech will tarnish your reputation, and I won't be selected as your replacement anyway. Besides, Miyuki, I'm looking forward to it. Let me be proud of my little sister-I know you worked hard for this."

She nodded "Pardon my behavior. Please watch me, Onii-sama."

"Of course, Miyuki. I look forward to it.."

As she said her goodbyes, Miyuki stood on her tiptoes, gave her elder brother a light peck on the cheek, and disappeared into the auditorium.

Tatsuya breathed a sigh of relief. He had escorted his little sister to school before the ceremony rehearsal and was now at a loss as to how to spend the remaining hours.

The main building, the practice building, and an experiment building were only a small part of the campus. The school contained an auditorium, a five-level library, two gyms, a preparation building (which had locker rooms, storage rooms, and club rooms), and the cafeteria. With the recent constructions, the campus was more suited for a college than a high school.

The young man searched for a place to rest. The ID card that allowed him to use the school facilities would only be given out after the ceremony. After five minutes of following the map on his mobile terminal, he spotted a bench in the courtyard.

The courtyard seemed to be a shortcut from the preparation building to the auditorium. The students passing by Tatsuya along said shortcut were most definitely roped into helping out by management. As they passes, a trail of artless, ill-meaning words escaped them. "—Isn't that kid a weed?" "He's early... he sure is enthusiastic for a reserve." " —In the end, he's just a spare."