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The bell signifying the end of class rang.
Even though all the courses were now conducted online and there were no teachers during the classes, there was no change in the feeling of freedom that ca at the end of school.
Especially now that the school was self-reigned.
It was to be expected. Today was the last day of the second sester, Tuesday, December 25th, 2096 A.D.
Contrary to how it usually was, the class ended in the morning. There was no closing ceremony in correspondence to this.
There was no end-of-the-year report, either. In fact, the performance of each student was his or her own responsibility. The parents were only involved when the student was in danger of not graduating.
Still, throughout the year, students were unable to access their own personal evaluation due to the lack of general subject periodic tests. Therefore, the scenes occurring now were divided between students who were in a good mood and those with heavy shoulders.
The newly established Magic Engineering Class, Class 2-E, was no exception to this; everyone was checking their results, both Tatsuya and his classmates alike. Even though he did not need to worry about practical grades ever since he entered the Magic Engineering Course, he was still worried over whether or not he had enough credits to advance.
For the ti being, he double-checked that he had received satisfactory results. As Tatsuya stood up and saved his evaluation data onto his portable terminal, he felt a stare from his side.
Mizuki, do you need sothing?
Mizuki answered Tatsuyas question in an articulate manner, as if it was sothing bad.
No Its not important.
She wanted to ask about his test results but stopped herself when she realized that she would have to answer that question as well. Mizukis results had exceeded the class average, yet, if she heard Tatsuyas results, she probably wouldnt have the courage to disclose hers.
Is that so? Well then, see you later.
Yes, see you later.
They exchanged farewells before Tatsuya departed for the Student Council Office while Mizuki went to the Art Room.
By 5:30 P.M., the sky had turned completely dark. After the Club Activities and Student Council work, Tatsuya and his friends gathered at Einebrise, a caf located on the road heading towards the school. They often frequented this place and were regarded as loyal custors.
Well then, were late one day, but never mind, shout with !
Following Erikas urging, they raised their voices in unison.
rry Christmas!
This year, the Christmas party at Einebrise had been moved to at night due to Tatsuya and his friends availability issues.
Thanks for joining in! I would have preferred to do it during the day, though.
We had no choice. Erika, don't you have Club Activities as well?
Erika gave a wry smile in response to Miyukis words.
Mine doesnt require so much commitnt though. But it's different for Miyuki, right? Since youre the Student Council President now.
Im not the only one. Yoshida-kuns the Disciplinary Committee Chairman, and Shizuku as a mber of the Disciplinary Committee also needs to fulfill her responsibilities there, right?"
After being denied by Miyuki, Mikihiko laughed bashfully and Shizuku answered yup shortly.
Right, Leo aside.
What do you an by that!?
Honoka is in the Student Council, and Tatsuya-kun is the Secretary General after all.
Paying no attention to Leos protest, Erika transferred her line of sight subtly to Tatsuya.
Isnt this alright? Regardless of the fact that were a day late, we were able to gather everyone by doing this.
Tatsuya was subtly shifting the conversation with his answer, but Erika didnt notice it and gave a "Well, youre right" response.
After all, there were many of us that could not make it yesterday.
By the way, yesterday, Shizuku was attending one of her fathers companys parties. Honoka was pulled into it because she was "just like a daughter".
Mikihiko was dragged to a party held by his family that was open for the apprentices. Since participating mbers were mostly female, Mikihiko resisted with all his might, but he was forced by his brother to go to the supervise party.
Erika herself was dragged at her familys convenience to attend a party against her will. In her case, she went to the Kanto Regions police party along with her eldest brother, Toshikazu, instead of the Chiba Familys party. It was set that way due to her father, the Head of the Family, needing to attend a party with influential politicians. Toshikazu was reluctant to go, but he was defeated by his fathers order. Her role as a companion for Toshikazu was due to him not having a spouse or fianc. Hence, Erika was angry and showered her eldest brother with sarcasm throughout the party.
Those were the reasons the Christmas party was held today instead of yesterday.
The participating mbers of this party were all from the second year: Tatsuya, Miyuki, Erika, Leo, Mizuki, Mikihiko, Honoka and Shizuku. Minami had been invited to Class 1-Cs Christmas party. They couldnt hold the party on Christmas Eve due to similar reasons. That party was held at a famous restaurant and the food was delivered in several stages; a much more grandiose party than that of Tatsuyas group. Kasumi, who was also in Class 1-C, had dragged Izumi along.
Given that both Kasumi and Izumi had to be on their best behaviours yesterday at the Saegusa Familys party, they were able to act more freely today. This alleviated concerns that they were going to go too far, so her classmates turned a blind eye to Izumis actions. There was so speculation that this might be due to her being unable to attend the sa party as Miyuki.
That being said, Tatsuyas group's party felt similar to a tea party with classmates.
On the other hand, Minamis group had a full-course dinner. Even the cakes were sliced for each person, and the taste of the cuisine had been arranged by taste-orientation instead of volu. Conversing was only done during the ti when one wasn't using their mouth to eat or drinkwas what Leo said, but there might be so objection to that statent as the conversation was going without interruption for about an hour and a half until 7 P.M., before the als were even served.
"This year has almost ended.
There was no mistake to the reason why Mizuki had heartily said such a thing when it eventually ca ti for the party to start ending, though silly discussions exchanged clamorously was a fun thing to do.
"It was a peaceful year, right?"
Erika replied in a cheerful voice, neglecting the sentintal atmosphere.
I wonder... I think it was pretty hectic.
Mikihiko answered reflexively with his true feelings.
There was even so turmoil due to the vampires.
Like the Pixie Confession Incident.
However, Honoka kept her silence without saying a word at Mikihikos words; instead, it was Shizuku who ca up with a sharp retort and made everyone laugh.
Shizuku, dont say it!
Even if she felt sorry for Honoka, in the end, she would say that it was nicely played.
I do not intend to support Erika, but this year, Ive definitely been caught up in less turmoil compared to last year. We didnt get dragged into an incident like what happened at Yokohama.
As if that kind of thing would happen every year.
Tatsuya gave a short laugh and was unable to refute Leo.
Well, thats true.
Laughter of approval went up from everyone, including Leo.
Tatsuya-san.
At 7 P.M., imdiately after their party was overthey did not linger in the storewhen everyone was outside of the shop, Tatsuya was startled by Honokas voice.
Are you going to Hatsumde next year?
Before Tatsuya turned his head, Honoka had invited him to the New Year's visit to a Shinto shrine.
Hmm Hatsumde.
Honoka overreacted to Tatsuyas words and started moving her hands in a hurry.
Oh, everyone! Lets go with everyone. Shizuku will co with us, too, and Erika can also co.
Apparently, Honoka had done so preparation beforehand. The feeling expressed was not just so random ad hoc thing, but that of enthusiasm.
I'm sorry."
That was why it pained Tatsuya for not being able to return that feeling.
Miyuki and I have errands to do this upcoming New Year.
Honoka was quite shocked; she hadnt anticipated that he would reject her invitation.
Even though you invited...
No, dont mind it.
But before Tatsuya had finished his apology, her pouting face had changed to a smile and halted his words.
It cant be helped if you have an important errand.
It couldn't be said that she was smiling naturally, but Honoka maintained it to the end.
She couldnt possibly waste the blatant concern that had been offered by Tatsuya.
Please invite
again in the future.
Instead of apologizing, Tatsuya rephrased his sentence.
The exchange between Tatsuya and Honoka ended without any awkwardness. But, next to Tatsuya, Miyuki slumped her head and wore a darkened face.
Miyuki, whats wrong?
When Shizuku noticed, she asked her in a worried voice. Miyukis face was pale like that of a sick person.
"Are you not feeling well?
Shizuku doubted the possibility of sudden illness.
No, Im alright. Thank you.
After she answered, Miyuki's face remained pale and the smile she offered was also faint. That being said, this appearance suited Miyuki perfectly well, although Shizuku as a friend couldn't bluntly tell her that.
However, Erika was not able to perceive the aning of the dark complexion on Miyukis face.
Its just not going to Hatsumde; you dont need to make a big deal out of it. I never really worry about it, and youd only miss it this year. As Honoka said, Miyuki has an important errand, right? Then, contact us once youre done. Lets et up again sowhere.
Erika was not a heartless girl. If she didnt pacify Miyuki, Tatsuya wouldIt was an action anyone could do. Putting that aside, Erika thought that Miyuki was acting sowhat strange, but she did indeed lighten the burden in Miyukis heart.
Yeah. I'll contact you when Ive completed my errands.
Miyuki showed a sowhat better smile as a response. Still, her face remained pale.
Miyukis anxiety was temporary, and her complexion had returned to normal by the ti she reached ho.
Erikas reasoning was correct. Miyuki did not weaken due to physical stress. For Tatsuya, that was the most obvious thing in the world.
Miyuki had beco pale due to ntal shock. Over the past few days, she had been worrying over the "New Year's Gathering
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