Karuizawa-san, just what is your relationship with Ayanokouji-kun?

You say that it's simply pity, yet you act different around him. More... vulnerable? It's weird, you were never like that when you were dating Hirata-kun. Perhaps you developed feelings for him after you turned him down and now you feel like you can't ask him out? Maybe you were already dating him without anyone knowing?

Whatever it is, I have to know. Not just for my curiosity, but also for you, so I can know whether or not Ayanokouji-kun is trustworthy.

Just what are you hiding?

That date took an unexpected turn, I didn't think that Matsushita would pry that much into things. Combined with Kei's poor acting, it didn't make things any better for us. It'll be alright though, I'm confident Matsushita won't leak any information she finds on us. Why? Because she is doing this for Kei's sake, and if this information were to be passed on to other's, it would make her life troublesome.

Ah jeez, I really messed that all up didn't I? I can't believe how terrible my acting was during all of that... but it's his fault for teasing me! Yeah, it's Kiyotaka's fault, not mine!

The next day was fast approaching, with the sun quickly setting. The 3 had already gone to bed awaiting what the next day of the school would hold for them.

I woke up and after getting ready, took the elevator to get to the first floor and exit the dormitory. On my way to school, I ran into Kei, who was with her friends. She kept giving me occasional glances, but eventually stopped after her friends questioned her about it. After that, I ran into Yousuke, who was coming to school a bit later than usual since he slightly overslept. Poor guy, he had to deal with Yamauchi and all those fan girls. It's alright Yousuke, you can do it I believe in you.

After a short walk with Yousuke to the class, we split up to get to our designated seats, after which Matsuhita tried to probe me for more answers about Kei and I, but ultimately failed after I shut down her questions. Shortly after that, Chabaeshira-sensei came in and started class. It was fairly normal, except for one thing. She kept sending occasional glances my way while in class, but not enough to catch the attention of the other students, she seemed to want to meet up after class.

"You are dismissed"

Class is now over, which means I can finally speak to him about things.

"Ayanokouji-kun" (Sae)

"Yes sensei?" (Kiyotaka)

"If possible, could you please come with me? I have important matters to discuss with you as soon as possible." (Sae)

"Alright, but please don't make it too long, I still have classes later." (Kiyotaka)

"Of course, it'll only take a moment of your time" (Sae)

"So what is it you wanted to talk to me about?" (Kiyotaka)

"Don't play dumb, I'm sure that you know what I wanted to talk to you about." (Sae)

"Could it perhaps be about Nagumo following me around yesterday during my time at the mall?" (Kiyotaka)

"I knew it, you really are different from the others. But yes, it is about him. I heard him discuss about you with the Acting Director while I was walking by, and it seems they are trying to expel you with any means necessary." (Sae)

"Oh wow, really? That's pretty surprising." (Kiyotaka)

"Don't play dumb, I'm sure you already know. Anyways, I recorded it and got Mashima to listen to it, now he knows for a fact that the Acting Director is not who he seems to be." (Sae)

"I'm impressed, I didn't think that you would go that far for me sensei." (Kiyotaka)

"Quiet. I'm only doing this to make sure you stay in my class and can have it rise to the top." (Sae)

But then, at that moment, one of the worst things that could have happened, happened.

In just a moment, I felt my hope crumbling.

It was the Acting Director.

He silently entered the room, without anyone noticing, and had listened in on our conversation.

I felt a flood of emotions submerge and overwhelm me.

Anger, fear, frustration, and more.

But most of all, I felt my impending doom.