The trio were on their way to the cafe and the sun was nearing it's dusk. The atmosphere was becoming calm and cool despite all the people walking by.
Ren was walking slightly in front while the other two followed from behind.
" So they said you had a lot potential? I think that's just them sugarcoating the fact that you failed to impress. " Rick taunted a sly grin playing on his mouth.
" Well it doesn't matter, I completed the quest which is the only important thing and I'm free to watch more animes now. " Tatsuya replied his tone sounding relieved.
Rick noticed Tatsuya didn't fall for his taunt as usual he then his hands in his pockets and kicked a rocked, " Tch, how booring. "
" Tomorrow is the weekend, are you guys busy? " Ren asked without to looking back.
" Oh the boss man, is making plans that's a first. " Rick stated, his tone cheerful.
" Do you have something for us to do? " Tatsuya asked, passing his hand in his black hair.
" Yeah I was thinking we need to relax and regain strength before the next quest starts, " Ren suggested his red eyes looking focused.
" Well I'll be free for a while, " Tatsuya stated. " And you are right, we need to rest before starting the next quests. I just hope they're nothing too crazy. "
" Well I'm all for it, just leave the planing to me. " Rick added a grin on his face.
" By the way Rick," Ren stated his eyes looking Rick. " Did you help Rin out and then told her that I'm one who sent you? "
" Yeahh, what about it? " Rick said with a smile creeping on his face his eyes observing Ren's face.
" Nothing, there was something I just wanted to confirm. " Ren replied as they took a turn to another road, this side there was less infrastructure.
' Well she did give a book as thanks for saving her twice and explained that I sent you. So I got curious we wouldn't other players to be involved. ' Ren thought to himself.
' Even that couldn't get a reaction out the boss man, ' Rick thought his smile widening. ' I'll just have to try harder next. '
As they walked there stood a group of boys a few meters away, the group circled a boy to a wall.
As they got closer, they noticed the boy wore the same uniform as them and the men looked like they were threatening him.
But the boy was silent, his eyes looking almost bored.
The boy had put his hands on the back of his head and leaned against the wall.
" He looks like he goes to our school. Should we help him? " Rick asked while cracking his knuckles.
" I don't really see a point in doing so, " Ren commented his tone netrual as he studied the boy's face. " Besides, I'm certain he can take care of himself. "
" I agree, " Tatsuya added hesitantly. " well with the first part mostly. "
And as they where about pass to the circle, the boy yawned and covered his mouth with his hand and a a tattoo reading " punishment, " became visible.
Rick immediately recognized the tattoo, " I recognize that tattoo, that boy was part of my quest his name is kine.. kinemi.... No hane... Hanemiya. "
A bang sound was heard, " Can you not talk... You are starting to piss me. " The grumpy looking boy said as punched the wall, his fist only a few inches away from Hanemiya's face.
" Oh I see, the first division leader of headless gang becomes mute in the face of danger," The grumpy looking boy taunted with a amused grin. " Don't worry, we'll help rearrange your stupid face, maybe will help you talk. "
The rest of the boys burst in laughter at the words of the grumpy boy.
" You know, I don't understand. " Hanemiya said his voice barely audible.
" Huh! What was that? I can't hear you, " the boy continued to taunt as he placed a hand on his ear mocking that he couldn't hear him.
" I said.... I don't understand why you people like to fight, " As Hanemiya said that there a sudden glow in his eyes." when you don't know how to do it. "
" What are you... " Before the grumpy boy could finish his question the sound of a palm connecting with his chin cut through the air.
The hint made the boy fall down. As he fell blood started to come out his mouth and he tried to stop the bleeding on the ground. The attack was fast and precise which made him bite his tounge badly.
Hanemiya's hit was so fast that it connected before any of the boys could register it, all they saw was the blood of their fallen comrade.
Hanemiya didn't wait as soon as the boy landed on the ground, he dashed forward and continued with his brutal attacks.
The trio had stopped walking.
Rick was watching intently his eyes following each movement while Tatsuya was watching his hand shaking a little which he tried to hide behind him.
Ren was busy looking at his phone.
" Boss man, you are missing out an epic performance. " Rick commented as Hanemiya hit three of the boys faces In a second knocking them out cold.
" I'm watching. " Ren stated his eyes not leaving his phone.
The sounds of brutal hits carried on for a about a minute and when they stopped.
Hanemiya was a holding a boy up by his hair with one hand, as he wiped the blood off his cheek with his other hand. Bodies on laying down on ground looking lifeless.
" Oh you guys saw that, how embarrassing I lost my temper like Kiyo. " He stated, his tone netrual and his eyes glowing yellow.
He then let go of the boy's hair and his head dropped to ground and he shifted his focus to the trio.
" Heyy you're that guy, the one beat up Kiyo, " he said his voice slightly higher as his eyes locked onto Ren's. " My boss has been dying to meet you. "
Then he started to walk towards the trio slowly.
Rick stepped forward while cracking his fingers as a smile appeared on his face, " I was waiting to continue where we left off last time, this should be a great opportunity, "
But before he could advance any further Ren raised a hand gesturing him to stop, meanwhile Tatsuya held his slightly shaking hand, trying to stop the shaking.
The sound of a bike interrupted the conversation, it was heard speeding from a far distance.
And when it came in sight, it stopped in front of Hanemiya a boy wearing a black jacket was on it.
" Oh my ride is finally here. " Hanemiya commented as he grabbed a jacket from the boy and got on. He put the black jacket on his shoulders.
" we'll meet again soon, let's hope not as enemies next time. " He said in his usual bored tone before the motorcycle drove off.
Meanwhile in the student council room, Horikita was signing documents at lightning speeds, taking down the piles of documents surrounding her one by one.
Also ilya was writing down numbers at a fast speed close to Horikita's.
Horikita suddenly stop and shifted her gaze to Ilya, " I hope the work is not overwhelming for you. " She said, her voice slightly gentle.
" No, not at all, I love managing the school's budget it helps me have early on experience for when i pick up a accounting profession it will do good on my resume. " She explained, without stopping with her calculations.
A smirk appeared on Horikita's face as she reminisced, ' yeah I remember you saying that it has always been your dream, and you promised your father before he died that you will become the best a managing people's resources and finance, so that everyone can be happy. '
' You're more talented than you realize even when compared to professionals you'll still stand out... but I think it's good that you're not aware of it, that way you can still have dream and let it go your head. ' Horikita tilted her head slightly as she flipped through a document.
Ilya's eye's widened slightly, ' whaaaaat, the president just smiled a little. I need to take picture. ' Ilya thought a she lifted her phone partially to sneak a picture.
It was strange how she noticed Horikita's smirk without looking up, it was like she had an inbuilt sense that could alert her whenever the president was happy.
The photo was easily taken without Horikita noticing, a testament to her experience and skill.
" I'm glad you are alright with been secretary and treasurer, if you're ever feel exhausted just tell me and we'll find an assistant or find someone for one your roles. " Horikita suggested her tone sharp and calculated.
" There's no need for concern president as much as I do appreciate it, I choose this for myself and so far I'm managing everything pretty easily. " Ilya argued back and her intentions became clear.
" I suppose you are right.... You know of this talk reminded of that time outside assembly. " Horikita said as she spun a pen between her fingers.
Ilya let out a chuckle, " how can I forget it was so funny when.... "
She sentence was cut short at the sound of the door being forcefully opened, as a student hurried inside.
" President! there's trouble. We need your help, " the boy said his voice was loud and was at a fast pace.