Chapter 65: The Girl Who Can See “Them”
Monday.
Another school day began.
Yukima Azuma had just stepped into the classroom, and his classmates immediately perked up. They were all eager to ask where he'd been during his recent absences.
But before anyone could say a word, a sharp voice cut through the air.
"You—come with me right now!"
Standing in the doorway, Kirisu Mafuyu wore a terrifyingly stern expression. Her presence alone froze the classroom.
"Sensei, it's not even time for morning class yet," Yukima Azuma replied with a dramatic sigh, putting on an exaggerated look of sorrow. "If you're going to scold me, at least wait until class is over."
His deadpan delivery cracked the tension. Laughter rippled through the classroom. Even Eriri, usually indifferent and reserved at her desk beside him, turned away to stifle a snort.
"Stop talking back! What, have I been too soft with you lately? Or are you just at that rebellious age?" Kirisu fumed. "Come to the office. Now!"
She wasn't just upset—she was furious.
She'd granted him leave in good faith, but it had only been a week since the new term started, and he'd shown up for just two days. If this went on, she wouldn't see him again until next month.