The Author's POV

"Alright, everyone please be quiet"

—Clank!

Suddenly the doors of the classroom opened up, and Donna entered. Her crisp voice traveled through everyone's ears.

Instantly the classroom quieted down.

Putting her hands on the podium, she solemnly looked at everyone present.

"Okay, have you all received the message? The one about the mourning ceremony for tomorrow?"

[Announcement to all students, due to what happened yesterday at the banquet, Wednesday, from the times 8:00 P.M - 9:00 P.M the academy has decided to...]

Turning my wrist slightly, I pressed on the foremost notification. I quickly skimmed through the long text.

'I see...'

Despite what happened yesterday, classes resumed as usual.

Originally there should've been a week break, but because the incident was handled so cleanly and swiftly, there was no break.

Regarding the fallen professors and students, a mourning ceremony would be held tomorrow night.

That was what the current announcement was about.

"As most of you have been informed, there have been 31 confirmed deaths from yesterday's accident. 15 of which were our very own academy professors"

"I'd like for you all to attend tomorrow as a form of respect for those that have sacrificed their lives for you. It's the least you could do..."

Donna's face was solemn. Even if she was used to death, such announcements were never easy.

Especially since some of the people that died were people that she had talked to as recently as yesterday.

It truly was depressing.

"...enough of that for now"

Finished with all of the depressing stuff, Donna's tone became lighter. Brushing her hair to the side, she checked her watch.

"Alright, with that out of the way it is now time that I introduced you to your new classmates. They should be here soon..."

—Knock! —Knock!

Right on cue, the doors of the classroom opened and around twenty youths came in. They all wore different uniforms.

Instantly the classroom became noisy. Sitting next to me, Kevin's eyes squinted.

"It's that guy"

"Who?"

Curious, Emma turned around and looked at Kevin. With his eyes narrowed, Kevin softly said.

"Aaron"

"You've met him?"

Emma's brows raised.

She had met Aaron a couple of times in the past. She had the worst impression of him.

To think that Kevin went through a similar situation as her.

"Yes, at the banquet. He came at me from out of nowhere. If I don't remember wrong, he said something along the lines of 'you're only so-so' or something of the sorts..."

"That does indeed sound like him. I've had a similar situation happen to me..."

Whilst Emma and Kevin were busy talking, I stared at the incoming students. My eyes instantly paused on a certain few individuals.

Five to be exact.

The Leinfall twins, John Berson, Eleonore Grey, and the man in question, Aaron Rhinestone.

The strongest first years of each respective academy.

Nothing much needed to be said about the Leinfall twins. With their platinum blonde hair, they were easily recognizable. Moreover, their flawless teamwork was what made them so famous.

The same went for Aaron.

eyes. His fame and

hand had a sturdy build with short brown hair. His

I think about it, he shares quite a lot of similarities with

John being stronger,

Lastly, there was Eleonore.

had short black hair and an oval-shaped face. Though she wasn't ugly,

undeniable. Especially since she was a

specialized

'That should be it...'

from them, everyone was

obviously knew who they were, but in general, those five

of you know from the recent banquet, for the following two months, exchange

my thoughts was Donna's

Sensing the air of confidence

definitely on par with the

Lock or not, it was always gratifying to know that such talented

a step to the side,

already met at the banquet or known each other beforehand. In fact,

brief introduction, Donna stopped. Redirecting her attention back

guys find yourself a seat. Just sit wherever

"Sure"

"Thank you"

Donna, the exchange students split into many

the classroom, whilst others sat at

I suddenly found two shadows cast over

head around, I found the Leinfall twins looking in my general direction. At times they would take glimpses

"May we sit here?"

"...Sure"

naturally didn't refuse. After all, that would be quite rude of

merely just wanted to sit with Kevin

the one that led them around the academy,

them the green light, the twins quickly sat down. Extending his hand, the older brother introduced himself

meet you, my name is Nicholas Leinfall and this is my Twin

others, I leaned against the table and

hell is going

I suddenly realized something.

secluded seat far from the prying eyes of others turned out to be the place with the most attention

where did I

...

of a shabby

that came to our door last

her mid-thirties pointed towards the

the investigation on the

relayed the news. Besides him, a picture of youth with jet-black hair and deep blue eyes appeared. Hearing

seems like he was quite a talented youth. To think that he was from

lady excitedly

was him that come to our house, wasn't it? I'm sure

"Um, it was..."

cars in his hands, Ryan looked up to his mom. Blinking innocently and looking at the TV for a couple of seconds, Ryan nodded his

to think that we would be meeting someone so important! I

quite excited. She had met such an outstanding figure, how could

she

—Clank! —Clank!

his toys. Suddenly, his mom

with the toys in mom's bedroom. Mom wants

she could barely

"...Okay, I'm sorry"

was doing, Ryan lowered his head. Taking

"Thank you, Ryan"

"No problem"

right into his mother's bedroom, he quickly moved towards her drawer and opened it. Without hesitation, he

"This should be it..."

the page, he took

making the right

...

"It's so hot..."

enjoying the clear and warm Ashton city weather. With summer around the corner,

at the front of

"You're finally here"

approximately five minutes, Melissa's figure appeared in the

white blouse coupled with matching black pants, Melissa

about it, I usually see Melissa in either a

to this. Sort of felt out of