Author's Note: Filler chapter because why the fuck not? Thanks for the one review and few faves and followers. Yeah.

Miwaku: I don't own Hunter x Hunter.

Chapter 9: Senile Tendencies

Killua's face was in a deadpan expression as he stared at the two men in front of him. It was Monday again, a new school week in Hunter Academy. As usual, the three met up at the Cafeteria and ate breakfast together. But then, Killua watched Kurapika fidget slightly and seemed to be leaning away. Leorio, in the meantime, tapped his foot in a nervous manner. The situation irked Killua and so, he muttered, "What is wrong with you two? Did something happen?"

Kurapika's cheeks flushed pink while Leorio turned away and shoveled food in his mouth. 'Something definitely happened.' Killua frowned a little.

"What made you say that, kid?" Leorio grumbled out.

"You both look antsy, as if you want to get away from this table at the soonest time possible."

"It's nothing, Killua." Kurapika calmly said but Killua noticed that the blonde didn't make eye contact with him.

"Forget about us." Leorio suddenly grinned widely. "Let's talk about you and why you weren't in your dorm room yesterday."

Killua blushed and quickly looked down to hide his cheeks. He definitely didn't want to talk about yesterday's...outing. It made his stomach feel like butterflies fighting in it and his heart skip a beat. He remembered the time he nuzzled against Gon and fuck, it intensified the blush. "I-I was only out for a few hours!"

"Yeah, but certainly, you did something." Leorio's grin widened even more.

"Shut up!"

"Then shut up about us. Let's forget this conversation happened and finish breakfast."

Kurapika quickly nodded in agreement. Killua just grunted but didn't say anything more. Leorio puffed up smugly.

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Killua almost wanted to ignore Gon's cheerful 'good morning, guys' but he was swept away by a very familiar muscular tanned arm on his lean shoulders. 'Holy shit, he's doing it again!' He glanced at Leorio who was wearing a shit-eating grin at the sight. 'Damn it! This is too embarrassing!'

Kurapika, as if sensing the uneasiness in the air, urged them to go to class or else, they'll be late. Killua sighed in relief as Gon removed his own arm but then, he was confused on the weird feeling of...emptiness in his heart once the physical contact was gone. He shook it off and concentrated on the lecture given by Morel-sensei, who is quite hungover so again, Shoot-sensei taught them.

As always, Science and Mathematics classes were quick-paced and lots of concepts were taught once more. Killua was slowly getting used to it but it still made him wince in sympathy to see Gon having information overload every time. Aside from the weird feelings his stupid heart were giving, he pushed those away and became Gon's sort-of tutor and best friend in a matter of few days.

It shocked Killua that he was actually capable of being...friendly with another person. He never had friends outside his family and servants so having Gon in his life is a new experience for him. He smirked a little at the thought and discreetly eyed Gon who was trying to fix up his almost non-existent notes. He hid a snicker and focused on organizing his own notes.

Recess was over and Language class was next. Meruem-sensei entered the classroom with Komugi-sensei hobbling behind him as always. Killua curiously raised an eyebrow on the tension between Meruem-sensei's eyebrows. 'Why do I feel like something bad is gonna happen?'

"Good morning, students. I have an announcement to make." Meruem took a deep breath and slowly let it out. "This August, we will be celebrating Language Month."

Many of the students groaned in exasperation while the newbies stared at Meruem in confusion.

"It will be alright, everyone!" Komugi cheered with a big smile on her face. "Surely it won't be like last year! It will be funner this year!"

"More like a disaster." Killua heard a whisper from one of his classmates. He scratched the back of his head in confusion. 'What the hell is going on?'

Meruem cleared his throat to get the attention of the Rookies. "To those who are new here, let me explain first. Hunter Academy has themed events every month from August until May. It is a one-week celebration though the classes are not altered unless there is a special program. For the month of August, it will be Language Month and I will be the coordinator for that. We will explain more later at the General Assembly, twelve-thirty in the afternoon at the Gym. Do not be late or else."

Killua shuddered at the sudden dark aura surrounding Meruem. It was malicious and strong at the same time and it made him nervous. 'Meruem-sensei is not kidding.'

"And with that aside, let us begin today's lecture with a surprise quiz."

Another groan echoed in the classroom. It was pretty much the same as always.

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After a quick lunch (in which they were lucky that they still managed to not get the leftovers), Killua and the others proceeded to sit side-by-side at the plastic chairs provided at the center of the Gym. Apparently, what General Assembly meant was that all the students of Hunter Academy were required to attend.

Killua actually sighed in relief that there wasn't much awkwardness between him and Gon. It was still there but only as a lingering thought. He didn't want what happened yesterday (which was only a friendly...date ugh) to be the reason that they ignore each other forever. Good thing for him, Gon was still the same cheerful guy with the innocent and kind big, brown eyes.

There was a simultaneous silence when an old man tapped on a microphone. "Test one, two. Test one, two, three. Test mic. Good, it's working." The old man then grinned widely. "Good day, students of Hunter Academy. Most of you already know me but there's no harm in introducing myself again. I am Isaac Netero, the Principal-slash-Chairman of the Hunter Academy and Hunter Association. Nice to see you all!"

Killua hummed and whispered, "He doesn't seem insane."

"That's because it's just the beginning." Leorio whispered back. "Let's hope that he won't crack up and become senile."

"Alright, we only have less than thirty minutes for the announcement." Netero grinned widely. "This month of August is Language Month, which will be coordinated by Meruem and Komugi. I read their proposed plan and I have to admit, it's good and fascinating but!" He abruptly slammed his hands on the podium, making a large crack in the middle. "It's too boring! I mean, who the hell would want to hear people reciting old poetry and making it a contest?! People have different thoughts and feelings in their understanding of literature so it cannot be a contest. Do you get me or what?"

Killua cringed. "What the fuck?" He didn't expect that to happen.

"Netero-san doesn't like Meruem-sensei and Komugi-sensei's plan." Gon's expression became worried. "What's going to happen?"

"And so, I will change the flow of events for Language Month." Netero stroked his beard. "Let's change that old poetry reciting contest into a more modern one called..." He even paused for a dramatic effect. "...Most Digusting Sentences You Can Form Contest!"

"Is he serious?" Leorio muttered to them. "I think he's being serious."

"That's because he is serious." Kurapika grimaced. Killua agreed with that one. Gon was a bit confused on what was happening.

"To those who want to join, just sign up at Meruem." Netero pointed his thumb at the sitting Meruem. Killua noted that Meruem-sensei's eyes were twitching and his lips trembling as if he wanted to say something but not doing anything about it...yet. "Another event will be the Cultural Dance. Oh, that's actually in Meruem and Komugi's plan but I tweaked on the rules. Alcohol will be allowed-" Morel cheered loudly at that. "-and bring your own drugs." Some of the Rookies and Veterans shouted in joy. "But no selling!" That caused some boos. Killua wanted to face-palm at what was happening.

And Meruem-sensei couldn't handle it. "Netero! I cannot believe that you are ruining a perfectly normal Language Month celebration with your senile tendencies!"

"He just called the Principal on his senile tendencies." Killua muttered, shaking his head.

"Silence, Meruem!" Netero smacked a fist on the podium, completely splitting it in half. "Be happy that I kept the Cultural Dance in it!"

Meruem rubbed his fingers in between his nose. "That is not what I was implying."

"Well, I'm approving it." Netero smiled widely. "And I have the students witnessing it. What are you gonna do about it?"

Wanting to argue some more, Meruem was stopped by a hand on his arm. 'Komugi...' He turned to look at her who was shaking her head and silently pleading to not argue. "Fine." Meruem conceded with a huff. "But I will get revenge for this."

"Hohoho!" Netero laughed his deranged Santa Claus laugh. "I'll be waiting for that one. Alright then. The details will be posted at the bulletin board in the next few days so glance at it once in a while, okay? General Assembly adjourned!"

Killua stood up with the rest of the students. "That contest is idiotic."

"But it sounds like fun!" Gon exclaimed suddenly. "I wanna join!"

"What?!" Killua blinked in surprise. "You want to join?!"

"If Gon's joining, I can definitely win at that!" Leorio grinned. "Count me in! The prize might be good."

"Leorio, you can't be seriously considering..." Kurapika sighed at the excited look on Leorio's face. "Ugh, with your stupidity and pervertedness, you might just win."

"Hey! What the hell, man!"

Killua stared at his three...friends and wondered why he was friends with them again. 'This is gonna be a disaster.'

-TO BE CONTINUED-

Author's Note: I hate writing filler chapters like seriously. But I like filler chapters for being short and straight-to-the-point. Give me some more love because I'm about to die from hell week, bitches.

Next Chapter: Chapter 10: Cringe-worthy Contest

Expect in Chapter 10: Shiver, Shudder, Puke

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