COTE : Is Talent Everything? (Rewrite)

Gymnasium.

All the assembled students and adults who are rarely seen stand in rows. Now, everyone is watching the graduation ceremony.

Those advancing to higher education, those entering the workforce.

For the third-year students, this is a pivotal event where they step beyond the framework of childhood and into society.

"Now, we would like to invite the representative of Class A—the class that fought hard for three years and proudly achieved graduation—to deliver the farewell address."

An unfamiliar man acting as the emcee speaks into the microphone.

The gymnasium grows even more silent.

"The representative, Class A—Horikita Manabu-kun, please come forward."

For me, this was an expected choice, but the moment that name was called, Horikita's younger sister must have felt genuine relief. Though the extent of Nagumo's interference remains unclear, we never learned the full details.

With dignified steps, he ascends the stage and shifts his gaze to the current students and distinguished guests.

"Farewell Address. On this day, as we sense the breath of spring in the fragrance of dreams, we welcome our graduation ceremony."