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“And so, Sanada-kun will be returning starting today.”
“Hello. It seems I’ve caused everyone a lot of trouble.”
As I gave a light bow, I was greeted with warm applause.
Whoa, thank god. I was worried about what I’d do if there was just dead silence.
It’s been about three days since my memories returned.
I’ve shown my face to my father and mother, and the doctor finally gave me permission to attend school.
It’s been about half a month since I was last at school...
It’s a pain, but I have to attend classes properly. For the sake of my future.
My classmates were looking at me with slightly worried expressions.
Well, naturally. From what I’ve heard, I fell head-first.
If I had witnessed a scene like that myself, I’d be worried even if I didn’t normally talk to the person.
“Since his memories have only just returned, please give him various kinds of support. However, pushing him or forcing things is strictly forbidden. Now, Sanada-kun. To your seat.”
“Got it.”
Prompted by Sanzenin-sensei, I headed to my seat.
I was called out to here and there along the way, and I greeted each person one by one.
When I smiled at an anxious-looking Riran, my eyes met Ryūya’s this time.
Without teasing me or flashing a fearless smirk, he quietly looked away.
Even though I told him I don’t mind.
This guy is surprisingly faint-hearted, huh?
I gave Ryūya a light poke on the top of his head and took my seat.
He poked my back grumpily from behind, but somehow, that felt comforting.
“Now then, regarding today’s schedule—”
Sanzenin-sensei finished the homeroom quickly.
Because Sensei had warned everyone in advance, not that many people gathered around me.
...I-It’s not like I don’t have any friends or anything. It’s thanks to Sensei.
...It is a little lonely, though.
“Sana-tan! Sana-tan Sana-tan!”
“Whoa!?”
Wh-That startled me. It’s Hiyori.
And behind Hiyori, Kurosetani and Midorikawa were there too.
“Sana-tan, Hiyori believed in you! I knew your memories would definitely return and you’d come back!”
“Too close, too close. The pressure is too much.”
“Augh.”
I grabbed Hiyori’s head and pulled her away.
Even so, why does she look so happy to be grabbed?
“Sanada, welcome back-back.”
“Seriously, Hiyorin had it rough, she was super depressed, you know?”
“Wait! Mi-tan, don’t say that!”
I see... I hadn’t seen her since she came to visit me in the hospital, but Hiyori was worried about me too.
“Thanks, Hiyori.”
“N-mm... well, it’s only natural. Hiyori’s fated person was worried too.”
“Ah, the heir to the promotion company?”
“Yeah, yeah. He said he’d come by to say hello sometime.”
Wait, seriously? That sounds like a hassle in its own right, so I’d rather pass on that.
As we were talking about that, Ryūya suddenly stood up.
“Ah, Ryū...ya...”
Even though class was about to start, he walked out of the classroom.
I thought he was going to the restroom, but that pained expression on his face was clearly...
“Akky, leave Ryūya to me.”
“Neika... Sorry, can I count on you?”
“Mm.”
Neika also chased after Ryūya and left the classroom.
There are no words I can say to Ryūya right now. That’s how it feels.
As I watched Neika leave, Riran quietly whispered in my ear.
“I wonder if those two will be alright...?”
“...Who knows.”
Even though I told him not to worry, it seems Ryūya is still bothered by it.
...I guess if our positions were reversed, I would probably be quite bothered too. So I understand the feeling.
...But still, there’s no need to avoid me that much. I’m starting to get annoyed.
“Sanada, don’t blame Kurashiki too much, okay?”
“Kurosetani...?”
“That guy would suddenly start crying in the middle of class for no reason. I guess he has a lot on his mind.”
“Haha, crying, you say...”
No, no, that’s... eh? You’re joking, right?
Even if I tried to laugh it off, judging by Riran and Hiyori’s expressions, it seems like the truth.
“Kura-tan has looked really exhausted lately.”
“That’s right. See, he even said he hasn’t been able to sleep at home, right?”
“............”
In the end, Ryūya left school early that day.