Chapter 1: And so, Hikigaya Hachiman loses his Thursday
In society people constantly nag and complain about how one can obviously do better than they are currently doing. Eventually, they realize that living up to their so-called potential is difficult beyond human comprehension. It only makes sense that different people are capable of certain tasks. The problem arises when an especially stupid individual deludes themselves to be more important than they actually are. Some believe that they are meant to change the world and in their pursuit of that life simply explains to them why it is impossible and why they should give up. This is a common trend in a typical normal fag school. Now take a look at the field outside. There are thousands of blades of grass that are often stepped on and mistreated in other forms. Not once do they complain of course one could chalk this up to them not being intelligent. Then you realize that a blade of grass is the ultimate lifeform! Think about it they veg in the sun all day until they die. They can not think about truly complex things and what if it is by choice. I know that if I could give up my intelligence for the ability to not have to live through or think about hardships I would. For all, we know grass could have reached ultimate intelligence and then given it up to live a life of peace. Think about it before we came along there was grass and they could have been ruling the world. So without there being any proof to go against this, I conclude my claim as to why grass is the best.
Hachiman's perspective:
"Hikigaya"
As I was pulled out of my trance by an obscene amount of bloodthirst, I locked eyes with a Rabid Hiratsuka Sensei. I really wished that I had kept my ultra ball instead of catching mew, he was pretty overrated anyway.
"Yes...sensei." I choked out.
" I know that you know what the prompt was, so why did you write this piece of crap?"
"I don't know what you mean sensei, I simply wrote about my favorite part of nature as I was asked."
I had to find a way to calm her down before she ended both her current career and my future career through murder. Not that I would have a caree- I mean househusband is a perfectly acceptable career...yeah.
"Hey sensei you a-" I was interrupted by sensei before I could spout some random compliment.
"Hikigaya you know you are going to have to re-write this right?" Sensei was now cracking her knuckles.
"Ye-yes" I bowed so hard that you would have to be Yukinoshita's evil essence to refuse the submission.
"As long as you are aware." Sensei said as she lit her cigarette.
"You are free to go now."
After saying my apologies I grabbed a random sheet of paper and my old paper. I made my way to the clubroom so that I could rewrite my paper. However, I had no intention of rewriting it. I would simply rearrange the paragraphs to make it look different considering that Hiratsuka sensei usually took my word when I rewrote my papers and didn't bother actually checking them. I was about to enter the clubroom when I heard some chatter.
"Hikki"
Oi, that way totally my name just now wasn't it!
"Yuigahama-san...thats... I'm sorry but...Hikigaya-kun..."
What they are talking about me, whatever happened to not talking about me Yuigahama? Well, I'm not one to eavesdrop so I pretended that I didn't hear anything and walked in with a…
"Yo."
Yukino's Perspective:
Pan-san is finally getting a new film adaptation this is definitely acceptable. I just make time in my schedule to watch this film. Actually, now that I think about it I could use this film to bring the joy of Pan-san into Yugahama-san's heart. Now we could have something to talk about that doesn't nearly bring me to a headache. Although it wouldn't be fair to not bring Hikigaya-kun to this groundbreaking event. I must discuss this with Yuigahama-san.
"Yuigahama-san."
"Yukinon."
"There is a premiering for a new Pan-san film this Thursday, would you like to accompany me?"
Hearing this Yuigahama-san lit up and hugged me too close for comfort.
"Of course Yukinon."
"Too close."
Yuigahama relented and I was free. I took a couple of breaths of air and then spoke my next question.
"Yuigahama-san. Do you think we should invite Hikigaya-kun to go with us?"
"Hikki...I don't mind taking Hikki along, but why?"
As she said that she seemed to take an inquisitive stance, but I didn't understand. She was always attempting to have the three of us hang out.
"I felt that we shouldn't exclude him of these gatherings after he gave that speech before Isshiki-san's request. Furthermore, seeing the glory of Pan-san could possibly enlighten him."
"Yukinon."
"Yes, Yuigahama-san."
"Do you… Hikki?"
Yuigahama-san's voice was so erratic that I couldn't really understand all the words that came out of her mouth.
"Yuigahama-san, I'm sorry but could you repeat that. What about Hikigaya-kun?"
"Noth-nothing Yukinon."
Yuigahama-san frantically waved her hands so I decided to shrug it off. Suddenly Hikigaya-kun entered with a…
Hachiman's perspective:
"Yo."
I walked forward and took my usual seat after seeing the startled faces of my clubmates. Yuigahama's was riddled with surprise and… guilt? While Yukinoshita's was condescending, any other day that would have internally pissed me off and had me remind myself to update my Kill List again. However, after all that had happened it was nice to see her make that face, and no I am not a masochist. It just that the way she looks down on you makes you confused as to be sad that someone is looking down on you or be grateful that Yukinoshita is looking down on you. Although, I would prefer to be looked down while on the floor so that I could take a peek at her pantie- wait better stop that before I become real scum and start drooling.
"Hikigaya-kun, why must you always use that crude greeting?"
"Mou, Hikki you want to watch a movie with us!"
I didn't even get to say my comeback, I swear it was cool. Yukinoshita you should be grateful that your life was just saved. Anyways, a movie? Why go watch a movie in a theatre when I could be at home in the presence of Komachi and be at MAXIMUM COMFORT!
"Why would I have to watch a movie with you guys. I could easily watch one at home and plus since Yukinoshita agreed this probably means that it is a Pan-san movie."
I heard a light gasp from the opposite side of the table. I turn to see a pink tinted Yukinoshita in the midst of coming up with a retort. Now that I think of it, if Yukinoshita turned really red she could match her ribbons. Not that I'll ever be able to see that. Ahh, the pains of being socially constipated.
"Hiki deadly sin of sloth -kun I know that there is no way you have plans and besides I'm sure Komachi-san would appreciate having the house ridden of a CDC concerning lifeform."
"Oi, Komachi is happy to share a house with me. Besides, I only provide for my ange- I mean Komachi. Also if the CDC was concerned about me you two would have been quarantined long ago."
I smirked, Oh yeah these months of training are finally paying off. I bet you rue the day you insulted me don't you Yukinoshita. Wait wouldn't that mean she rues every day...now I'm kinda sad.
" "
Yukinoshita opened her mouth and I was about to cut her off, but for some reason, I didn't feel any mal-intent coming from her so I let her continue.
"You agreed that the thing you are searching for can only be achieved if people spend large amounts of time together. So does this mean you don't want that anymore? We did take your request."
"You're serious?"
"Uh...well, I.."
I was stunned not because she was completely right or that she wanted us to spend time with me but because she didn't disregard my wish. She really wanted to help me. I looked at her deep blue eyes in shock and she met my gaze for what seemed like an hour.
"Umm, guys I'm here too you know?"
We were pulled from our staring contest by Yuigahama. I let out a couple of coughs and turned my head away attempting to hide my blush.
"In that case, I will join you guys for the movie. What day is it?"
I looked to Yukinoshita for an answer.
"It's ah… on Thursday."
Once again her cheeks were red well I guess was pretty chilly this time of year. Now if she was cold why didn't she just raise the thermostat?
"Yay, you better not ditch us Hikki."
"Indeed Hikigaya-kun, I also expect no tardiness."
The Ice-Queen was now back in full blast and I felt my fingers getting frostbite; it was a good thing that the tea she always poured for us was here to defend me from the natural disaster.
"Don't expect much, but I will be there."
The school day ended and I walked to my house with lazy thoughts of tomorrow taking over but also a strange sense of comfort. As I plopped down on my bed I fell asleep to thoughts of Totsuka making me miso soup in the morning.