The following morning, everyone gathered at Hana's house in the living room, awaiting the arrival of their ID cards.
Akira: Well, today is the day. Where are our cards?
Daru: I don't know. Kono said they should arrive soon.
Himitsu: I wonder when they will get here.
Just then, a knock sounded at the front door.
Hana: What the? Someone's at the door!
Hana approached the door and opened it to find a small Sampostis drone holding a box, which it promptly dropped at her feet. The others gathered to observe the drone as well.
Ohma: Oh wow! Look at this little thing!
Zodiac: It must be the ID cards.
Hana: Perfect! Thank you!
The drone turned around and ascended into the sky as Hana picked up the box.
Hana: (excitedly) Let's open it!
Hana brought the box inside and headed to the living room, followed by the others. She placed the box on the table and opened it to reveal six ID cards displaying their faces.
Lenz: Oh wow. They even included my picture!
Hana: Everyone take your cards!
They each took their cards from Hana and examined them.
Himitsu: What an interesting-looking card!
Hana: I know, right? It looks just like mine! (showing her card)
Daru: Alright, now that we have our cards, what's next?
Hana: Now Lenz needs to go to my high school to register all of you.
Zodiac: How long will that take?
Hana: It shouldn't take long. He just needs to go into the office and speak with the secretary.
Lenz: Then I guess it's time to head out.
Hana: Alright! Let me change quickly!
Hana ran upstairs to change into her uniform. When she returned, everyone admired her outfit.
Himitsu: Wait, you're going to school today?
Hana: Well, yeah, it's Friday. In the meantime, you'll need to stay here until I finish.
Zodiac: All this waiting is starting to annoy me.
Akira: Tell me about it!
Hana: So, Lenz, are you ready to go?
Lenz: Yes, I'm ready.
Hana: Alright! I'll see you all when I get back!
Hana and Lenz walked to the front door, with her closing and locking it behind her.
Ohma: Ummm, what should we do now?
Daru: We train.
Daru dropped to the ground and began doing push-ups.
Himitsu: Train?
Ohma: I'm with you, Daru!
Ohma also joins in on the push-ups.
Zodiac: Yeah, no.
Zodiac exits the living room and proceeds to the kitchen.
Akira: (Upset) This is stupid!
Meanwhile, Lenz walks through a school hallway toward the office. He opens the door to find the secretary behind the desk.
Secretary: Hello! How may I assist you?
Lenz: Good afternoon. I would like to register my children for this school.
Secretary: Certainly. May I see some identification, please?
Lenz: Of course.
Lenz retrieves his card and hands it to the secretary, who reviews it on her computer.
Secretary: So, you have five adopted children: one aged 16, two aged 18, and two aged 19.
Lenz: That is correct.
Secretary: Which school did they attend previously?
Lenz: It was a school from another city, but it was destroyed.
Secretary: Destroyed!?
Lenz: Yeah, it's a long story.
As time passes, the scene shifts back to everyone at the house, engaged in their activities when they hear a knock at the door.
Ohma: Someone is at the door!
Himitsu: Really? Who?
They all walk to the front door as Himitsu unlocks and opens it, revealing Lenz, which catches them by surprise.
Lenz: Hey there, guys.
Himitsu: That was quick!
Daru: I'm surprised.
Akira: So, are you going to explain what happened, or just stand there!
Lenz: Whoa, calm down. Long story short, they accepted the request, and you're all set to go.
Zodiac: Finally.
Lenz: However, they mentioned that you will have to wait three days before starting school.
Zodiac: I'm done…
Zodiac turns and walks away.
Akira: Ugh! How much longer do we have to wait?
Daru: We should have never taken this job…
Himitsu: I won't lie; this waiting has been pretty annoying.
Lenz: I don't make the rules; they do. You will just have to wait a bit longer.
Everyone wore blank expressions except for Ohma, who was smiling. Three days passed, and it was Monday—the first day of school. They were all in the living room waiting for Hana to arrive.
Himitsu: Finally, we can start school!
Ohma: (Excited) This is going to be fun!
Daru: Don't forget why we're here. We need to help Hana figure out what's going on.
A few moments later, Hana walked into the living room, carrying bags of uniforms.
Hana: Here are the uniforms you will wear. You can choose your preferred style.
She placed the uniforms on the table, and everyone gathered around.
Zodiac: Do we have to wear this?
Hana: Yes, it's mandatory.
Ohma: So I can't wear my armor, then?
Daru: Of course not, Ohma. We have to look like actual students.
Everyone selected a uniform and changed into it. The uniforms consisted of a beige jacket, a white shirt, black pants, and shoes. Once they finished changing, they reconvened in the living room. Zodiac and Himitsu wore long-sleeve jackets, while Ohma and Daru opted for short sleeves, and Akira wore a short-sleeve top with a skirt.
Hana: (Clapping) You guys look amazing!
Ohma: Thank you!
Himitsu glanced at Akira and began to blush.
Himitsu: (To himself) Akira looks so good in that uniform!
Akira: (Noticing Himitsu) Do you have a staring problem?!
Himitsu: (Turning away) N-no!
As Hana surveyed the room, she noticed Akira's large tail protruding from her skirt.
Hana: Ummm, Akira? Your tail is still visible.
Akira: And?
Zodiac: You can't let the other students see that, you know.
Akira: Oh, just shut up!
Akira began to retract her tail so that it was no longer visible.
Himitsu: Wow, you can do that?
Akira: Yes! I can make it bigger or smaller whenever I want.
Daru: Well, that's something.
Hana: Alright! Now that you all have your uniforms, we should prepare to go to school. But first, let me outline a few rules.
Ohma: Rules?
Hana: (Holding up fingers) Number one: your goal is to identify the cause of any issues based on the students' behavior. Number two: arrive at class on time—no skipping, or you will receive detention. Number three: avoid initiating unnecessary fights unless absolutely necessary. Number four: when school ends, we will meet at my locker to head home together. And finally, number five: no use of powers. Is that clear?
Daru: I guess so…
Himitsu: Yeah, that sounds good!
Hana: Great! Let's head out!
Hana grabbed her bag and proceeded to the front door, followed by the others. Once outside, they spotted Lenz smoking a cigarette.
Lenz: (Laughing) You guys look like real students.
Hana: That's exactly what I was saying.
Lenz: Well, looks like my job here is done.
Daru: So it begins?
Lenz: Yeah (laughs), I need to establish a reputation, and that won't happen unless I start setting up my bars across the dimensions.
Daru: I guess I'll see you again. I don't know when, but I will.
Lenz: Yes, something along those lines.
Himitsu: Thank you once again for your assistance!
Ohma: Yes! Thank you, sir!
Lenz: No worries.
As Lenz begins to walk away, he suddenly recollects something and halts.
Zodiac: Something wrong?
Lenz: I forgot to mention… Don't look back.
Akira: What?
Everyone turns to glance behind them.
Himitsu: What? I don't see anything.
Hana: Guys! He's gone!
As they look back, they realize Lenz is no longer there.
Zodiac: Daru, who is that guy?
Daru: He's just a bar clerk; I don't know much more.
Akira: Yeah, I don't really know about all that.
As Lenz departs, everyone begins walking toward the school, taking approximately 5-10 minutes to arrive. Upon reaching their destination, they are struck by the impressive size of Kenosaki High School Academy, with other students milling about and conversing.
Hana: Welcome to Kenosaki High School Academy!
Ohma: Wow! Is this what a school looks like?
Himitsu: Have you never seen a school before, Ohma?
Ohma: No, I have never seen one; this place is huge!
Daru: Yeah, I've seen one before but never attended.
Zodiac: What does that even mean?
Daru: I got bullied and never went; I've only seen the outside of a school.
Hana: That sounds awful. I'm sorry.
Daru: It's fine; I beat the crap out of them when I got older.
Hana looks shocked.
Hana: O-oh, good to know.
Ohma: Well, I'm ready to start my first day of school.
Himitsu: Lead the way.
Ohma: Let's do this! AHHH!!
Ohma starts walking toward the door.
Hana: No, not that way.
Himitsu: Wait, what's wrong?
Hana: He's heading to the twelfth-grade area.
Zodiac: Is that a problem?
Hana: They don't like new kids.
Ohma continues walking toward the door, where two boys stand in front of him.
Guy 1: So, you must be one of the new students.
Ohma: Yes, I am! My name is Ohma, Ohma X—
Guy 2: WE DON'T CARE! This is the twelfth-grade area; your area is over there (pointing).
Guy 1: So, scram!
Ohma: Oh, I'm sorry, sir; I'll be on my way.
Ohma heads toward the other door as Himitsu rushes to catch up with him.
Himitsu: Ohma, wait for me!
Hana: I told you… I'm just glad they didn't do worse.
Akira: This is ridiculous.
Akira approaches the same doors where the two individuals were standing.
Hana: No, don't!
Daru: She'll be fine.
Hana: Huh?
Zodiac: Just watch and stay quiet.
Akira ascends the stairs, but the two individuals impede her progress.
Guy 1: Listen, whoa… I didn't know one of the new students was a hot girl!
Guy 2: She has nice boobs too. Care if I touch?
Akira seizes both individuals.
Guy 1 & Guy 2: AH!
Akira forcefully brings their heads together as they collapse to the ground, clutching their heads.
Akira: Yeah, I do mind…
Akira strides past the other students, who gawk as she enters the school.
Guy 4: You two just got owned by a girl!
Girl: Girl power at its finest!
The bell rings, signaling the start of class.
Hana: That's the bell! Okay, I gotta go to class! Umm, go to the office, and they'll give you a sheet and show you where your classes are! Sorry, I gotta run.
Hana hurries away, leaving Daru and Zodiac standing outside alone.
Zodiac: (sighs) I hate this already.
Daru: Yeah, me too. Let's just figure out what's going on and get out of here.
Zodiac and Daru enter the school, which is well-maintained, featuring a brown and beige color scheme.
Daru: Looks nice.
Zodiac: Yes, somewhat.
Daru: You need to lighten up a bit.
Zodiac: You need to know when to be quiet.
Daru: I'm not starting this with you now. We're on a mission.
Zodiac: Yeah, whatever.
They proceed to the main office, where the secretary notices them.
Secretary: Oh, you must be Himitsu and Ohma?
Zodiac: No.
Daru: Not even close.
Secretary: Oh no?
Daru: I'm Daru, and this is Zodiac.
Secretary: Oh, I'm so sorry! I still have Ohma and Himitsu's schedules.
Zodiac: Those idiots didn't pick up their schedules.
Daru: (sighs) I can deliver them.
Secretary: Oh, thank you! I heard about what happened at your school. I'm so sorry.
Daru: What?
Secretary: Yeah, that your school was blown up?
Zodiac: (shakes his head) Yeah… it got blown up.
Daru looks at Zodiac.
Daru: Yeah… Most people died, some survived, but we were lucky.
Zodiac: Are we finished here?
Secretary: Umm… Yes, here are your schedules.
She hands Daru and Zodiac their papers as they begin to read.
Zodiac: My homeroom is art?
Daru: And mine is music?
Secretary: Yes! Your guardian mentioned you both need an art credit.
Daru: Of course he did. Okay, thanks.
Zodiac: Did a girl come in here?
Secretary: Yes, your sister, Akira.
Zodiac: Sister!?
Daru: Yeah, thanks for letting us know.
Daru takes Zodiac and exits the office.
Daru: You need to relax!
Zodiac: Grab me again and I'll kill you.
Daru: Are you listening?
Zodiac: No, are you listening?
Daru: You know what, whatever!
Daru walks away.
Zodiac: Where are you going?
Daru: I'm going to find Ohma and Himitsu.
Frustrated, Zodiac pulls out his paper and heads to his class. A few minutes later, he arrives at the classroom, opens the door, and everyone turns to look at him.
???: Ah, hello! You must be Zodiac?
Zodiac: Yeah… Where do I sit?
???: Ah! You're eager to begin art, aren't you?
Zodiac: No, I just want to go home.
As they converse, a girl speaks to her friend.
Girl 1: Who is that?
Girl 2: I don't know, but he's cute!
Mr. Vince: I'm Mr. Vince. You can sit beside Brenda.
Brenda: Yeah, that's me.
Zodiac: Great.
Zodiac walks over and sits down beside her.
Brenda: Hi, I'm Brenda. Nice to meet you.
Zodiac: Sorry to burst your bubble, but I don't care.
Brenda: Uhh… Okay. (To herself) He's so hot, oh my gosh!
Transition to Daru walking through the halls searching for Himitsu and Ohma.
Daru: Where are they?
Daru sees students running in the gym. He opens the door and spots Ohma running with his classmates.
Daru: Found Ohma. Ohma!
Ohma glances over at Daru and rushes towards him.
Ohma: HEY DARU! Are you in this class too?
Daru: No, I'm not. I'm here to give you your schedule.
Ohma: Oh, thank you, Daru!
Ohma takes the schedule from Daru.
Daru: Remember why we're here.
Ohma: Yes, sir!
Daru: Stop calling me sir.
Daru walks away as Ohma returns to his class. Daru finally locates Himitsu, who is removing his shoes.
Daru: Himitsu!
Himitsu looks over to see Daru.
Himitsu: Oh, hey, Daru!
Daru: Why are you taking off your shoes?
Himitsu: I stepped in some nasty stuff, and I'm going to wash it off.
Daru: Okay, here's your schedule.
Himitsu: Oh, sweet! Thanks!
Daru: Remember why we're here.
Himitsu: Yes, I remember.
Daru: Good! I gotta get to class.
Daru begins to walk away.
Himitsu: Have fun!
Daru: I won't!
A few minutes later, Daru locates his homeroom.
Daru: This must be AC3.
Daru knocks on the door, and the teacher opens it.
Teacher: Can I help you?
Daru: Um… This is my homeroom.
Teacher: Well, you're late!
Daru: What! I had to get my schedule from the office and give the other one—
Teacher: No issues now. Get in here.
Daru: This is bullshit.
Teacher: Ugh! You just got detention, sir.
Daru: What! Detention!?
Teacher: Yes, now get in here!
Daru, visibly annoyed, enters the classroom as everyone turns to look at him.
Teacher: Class, this is Daru Hosama, and he is new to our school.
Everyone: Hello, Daru.
Daru: Hi…
Mrs. Soya: I'm Mrs. Soya, the head music teacher. Please take a seat beside Noah.
Noah waves as Daru walks to his seat.
Noah: Hey man! I'm Noah Lock. Nice to meet you.
Daru: Nice to meet you too. Is this teacher rude all the time?
Noah: Yeah… she thinks she runs the school, and she's married to the principal.
Daru: Of course she is.
As time passes, we see Akira in English class.
Akira: I hate this class.
A girl taps Akira on the shoulder, prompting her to turn around.
Akira: Touch me again, and I'll burn you to ash.
Girl: Chill out! I just wanted to say that what you did to Dex and Brett was really impressive!
Akira: Impressive?
Girl: My name is Kyoka Sims.
Akira: Akira…
Kyoka: Nice to meet you! I heard about how your school was destroyed!
Akira: Yes, I am aware of that.
Kyoka: I bet you had many friends!
Akira: I only ha— Listen, stop talking to me; I am not here to make friends.
Kyoka: Oh, my bad! I thought you might want a friend while you're here.
The scene shifts back to Ohma, who is sitting and listening to the teacher. As the teacher speaks, Dex and Brett notice Ohma in their class.
Dex: Yo bro, look who it is.
Brett looks over and sees Ohma.
Brett: (Laughs) This class is going to be fun!
It now switches to Himitsu in class.
???: Class, this is Himitsu!
Himitsu: Hi!
???: Alright, make yourselves comfortable! Choose any available seat.
Himitsu: Okay!
Himitsu finds a seat.
Mr. Kyto: Also, Himitsu, my name is Mr. Kyto.
Himitsu: Nice to meet you, Mr. Kyto.
Mr. Kyto: Now, let us return to where we left off on Friday.
Willy: Hello! My name is Willy.
Himitsu: Hi, Willy. I'm Himitsu.
Willy: (Laughs) Yeah, I know.
Himitsu: I guess you do.
Willy: You're lucky; Mr. Kyto is the best teacher in the school.
Himitsu: That's great!
Himitsu turns to his right and notices Hana.
Himitsu: Hana!
Hana: Oh hey, Himitsu!
Himitsu: I didn't know we were in the same class.
Hana: I didn't know either. Do you know if everyone else is okay?
Himitsu: I'm sure they're fine; trust me.
Hana: Alright! I hope so.
As school concludes, everyone gathers at Hana's locker.
Ohma: Hey, everyone! How were your classes?
Akira: Stupid.
Zodiac: Dreadful.
Himitsu: Mine was excellent!
Ohma: Same here!
Hana: Wait, where is Daru?
The scene shifts to Daru in the office, arms crossed.
Daru: This is bullshit.