" Here, chocolate coffee for Ren, dark coffee for Rick and a anime's special drawn coffee for Tatsuya. With latte cupcakes of course. " The girl said as she put down the pastries and coffees.
She adjusted her long pick hair as she stood there, her eyes stealing glances at Ren. " If you need anything else call me. " She added before leaving.
" I said our skill sets are perfect for each of these quests but I guess the app thinks otherwise click ' more '. " Ren said.
They both clicked on more for each of the quests and they found text blinking in red.
" Recommended player, this is getting interesting. " Rick said, taking a sip of his coffee.
Tatsuya's eyes narrowed, " Each quest recommends someone and I'm at the drama club project, does this system hate me. "
" It's just acting it's no big deal, then me, who has to stop these unknown people. " Rick complained but his smirk was still.
" The system recommended the strongest player for the easiest quest I guess this stage is meant to test you guys. " Ren said, his eyes red were focused and he took a sip of his coffee too.
" Well this should prove to be entertaining, don't you think so creep. "
" Who are you calling a calling a creep? you insufferable idiot. " Tatsuya glared at Rick.
" Calling me an idiot while playing with a toy at your age, how smart of you. " Rick said, as knowing smirk appearing on his face.
" Why youuuuu! "
" Will you guys be alright? " Ren asked in a low voice.
" Of course you worry too much this should be a chance to prove our worth without relying on you to carry the team. " Rick said with a cheerful smile.
" This may be the only time I agree with this moron but he's right we can handle ourselves just fine. " Tatsuya said putting his hand at the back of his head.
" Alright then, don't screw it up. "
They continued their discussion late into the night. The next morning came with sounds of birds singing.
As the sun was raising, Ren was on his Skateboard and moving at insane speed as usual, the only difference this time was that he wasn't reading.
' The system upgrade came with it's own perks, but nothing much has changed or maybe that's just how I see it. ' he wondered.
A few minutes later he arrived at school, and he found Rick and Tatsuya waiting for him in front school of the gates.
Surprising most of the students passing by the gate had their eyes on Tatsuya.
" Hey look the upcoming failed actor cut his hair, it's a clear sign of a loser. " Rick said waiting for Tatsuya to react.
" Huh, jus... just shut up will you. " Tatsuya said hesitantly, His eyes were darting around everywhere as he has grabbed his uniform trousers.
Ren tilted his head slightly as he analyzed Tatsuya's new look, ' the bags under his eyes are gone.... well almost, it's like they're burned on his face. And he cut the sides of his hair. '
" You look sharp.... Hold your head up high, because it's time to zero in and get some points. " Ren said calmly before walking in and they followed behind him.
" So Tatsuya, are you ready for your first day in the real world? " Rick asked jokingly while they approached the shoe lockers.
" What are you talking about? I've always been in real world I just prefer 2D to 3D it's not that complicated. "
" Is that so? " Rick asked in a curious tone. " And just when I wanted to buy some VIP tickets to the coming appearance of famous anime voice actors. " Rick added in sarcastic tone as they changed their shoes.
Tatsuya's jaw dropped for a moment but he quickly reorganized his composure, " I have to focus on the task at hand, I... I can't mess up again. " He said in a serious tone.
Ren stayed silent through out Rick and Tatsuya's back and forth as he lead their way.
Rick looked at Tatsuya's serious demeanor and smiled. " Good for you, you have better focus than I gave you credit for. "
" Wait... What did you think of me? "
" You're better off not knowing. " Rick said clearly holding back laughter.
They stopped talking as the saw Ren stood in front of a door which isn't his classroom.
Ren let out a bored sigh, before opening the door a they entered he asked himself, ' Is this the literature guild, I mean club? '
His eyes scanning the room.
" Oh you came, " the girl who tried to recruit the Ren the other day approached with her eye's lit up.
' this room is bigger than I expected and there books everywhere, some of the character are too stuck into their roles to even notice us. ' he noted as he saw the students busy writing and reading.
" Ren is it okay if we leave? " Rick asked his eyes curious feeling out place.
" What do you mean? We've come to join this club so I don't see any reason to leave. " Ren's response was unexpected.
" What? " Rick and Tatsuya were surprised in unison.
" You've come to join, I knew you would and you have even brought new members. " She had practically stars in her eyes at the news of possible new members.
" Yes president Rin, meet your newest club members. " Ren's hand gestured towards others.
" Ren, we can't exactly join a club right now.... You know," Tatsuya hesitantly spoke.
" You're overthinking it. you'll only be members on paper it's the literature club, " he explained before turning to Rick calmly " Rick it's your turn now, I'm certain you know what to do, right? "
Rick eyes narrowed at Ren's question and he gave a slight nod.
" Well, it was nice meeting you all, and we are glad to be joining you, we'll see you soon. " Rick announced before dragging Tatsuya out room.
" They're leaving already, " Rin asked slight disappointment in her voice.
" They've got unfinished homework, they'll be back soon in the day. " Ren explained.
As Ren stayed behind in their new club and possibly making progress with his quest, while Rick dragged Tatsuya in the hallway.
" What happened back there? " Tatsuya asked as he followed Rick's lead.
" Don't worry about it, the thing you should be worried about is right in front of you. " Rick pointed at the large door they stopped in front of.
The tag on the door read, " Drama club. "
Tatsuya tried to hide his breathing heavily, it started after realizing it was time to start his quest which Rick noticed and stayed silent.
As he calmed himself down Rick opened the slowly door and before they entered he said, " don't forget to play along, your role as already began. "
' As expected from any club, only the serious ones are here practicing. ' Rick noted as they approached a red haired boy.
The room a had a few students who were reciting their lines, some stitching together some props.
" Hey Takakura, what's up? " Rick said in a cheerful tone.
As soon as Takakura noticed Rick his eyes brighten, " hey Rick, what brings you here so early? "
" Am I not welcome here? " Rick said in a mock offended tone in his voice.
Takakura let out a small laugh, " come on, you know you're always welcome here. Everyone here sings your praises and it's because of you our upcoming performance preparation are going smoothly. "
" That's good to know, I wanted to introduce you to my friend, Tatsuya Kagami, " Rick hand gestured towards Tatsuya.
" He has always wanted to be an actor, but he was always too shy and lacked self confidence. So I brought him here. "
" A friend of yours is a friend of ours, nice to meet you Kagami and welcome. " Takakura stretched out his hand to him.
Tatsuya had a puzzled expression the whole time but then he remembered Rick's earlier words, ' don't forget to play along, your role has already began.'
A amused expression appeared on Tatsuya face as he shook hands with Takakura. ' So that's what he meant, well played you smug jerk. And now it's all up to me. '
With that Rick left the room and headed to his classroom.
Meanwhile Ren was climbing stairs.
' so many character introduced in just a few days. Something like this always leads to trouble, I better not be caught lagging. ' Ren thought as he opened the large door Infront of him.
As he entered a girl noticed and approached him.
She stood right In front of him glaring, " who do you think you are, you're supposed to knock before entering. "
Ren didn't say a word to her, he just walked past her and headed straight to where Horikita was sitting.
The girls eyes widen at the shock of being ignored so much so that she stood there frozen trying to process what just happened.
" Good morning, Horikita, " he said looking down at the president sitting in her chair, which looked like it was designed to be like a throne.
" Oh I should call you president...." He said as his red eyes met hers.
she didn't say anything she just looked at him with a serious look, her emerald eyes filled with curiosity.
" I've decided to join the student council. "