Lunch time in Shinzo Academy had finished. It is now cleaning time for the school. At this time, the students and teachers will be cleaning up the classrooms and the teacher's office respectively. A few staff members handle the cleaning of the school's other facilities, mainly the restrooms.

Jack and Alice were particularly helpful towards their classmates. Not only did they help to clean Class 1-1, they even ensured that no one got themselves into any accidents. In Class 1-2, a pair of half-hearted male students was lying on their stomachs pretending to look so pale that they could not work.

"We-We can't go on anymore!" said the first student as he lifted his hand up weakly.

"We're going to die!" said his partner.

"Hey, you two quit fooling around!" a student sweeping the floor hollered out to the two lazy boys. "You haven't even done anything!"

Witnessing the lazy students' actions, Thumbelina frowned. "I've seen laziness before thanks to Princess Lazy but, this is a bit too much," she spoke to Snow White and Sleeping Beauty.

"This is Snow White's first time seeing someone go this far just to be lazy…" Snow White said. Just as she finished speaking, Sleeping Beauty walked towards the lazy students.

"Sleepy?" Thumbelina spoke as she and Snow White saw their younger sister stand in front of the lazy boys. Sleeping Beauty looked down at the two boys and the latter looked at her in return. The sight of Sleeping Beauty's aesthetics caused the color of the two boys' faces to slowly return to their youthful color.

"Hey…" Sleeping Beauty spoke as a smile slowly crept across the two boys' faces. Smiling, she added, "Want to… work together?"

At this, the two lazy students quickly got up onto their feet, grabbed the nearest cleaning tools and shouted, "Yes, Sleeping Beauty! If it's for our Goddess, we're willing to do anything!" The lazy students then proceeded to vigorously clean the classroom while making loud cries of enthusiasm. The rest of Class 1-2 became dumbfounded at their drastic change in behavior.

"Our dear sister is amazing…" Thumbelina remarked.

"Indeed, Big Sis Thumbelina…" Snow White nodded in agreement to Thumbelina's words.

In Class 1-3, Cinderella was cleaning up the whole classroom with great precision and efficiency. Everyone including Red Riding Hood and Rapunzel were amazed at Cinderella's work. As soon as she finished, the students cheered at Cinderella's efforts.

"That was amazing!" a female student praised Cinderella. "Are you an avid cleaner or something?"

"Yeah, Cinderella!" Red Riding Hood stated. "You really went all out!"

"Rapunzel thinks so too!" said Rapunzel.

"Why, thank you," Cinderella smiled. "It is not that I am an avid cleaner though. To be honest, I just felt like wanting to help everyone in this classroom,"

"With all that cleaning you did, it's no wonder you're called Cinderella," said a male student.

"Ohohoho!" Cinderella gave a short laugh. "Yes, indeed!" Cinderella was not surprised at the male student's comment. This is because the Blood Maidens as well as Jack knew that they were reincarnated forms of the characters from their respective fairy tales. They had learnt about this during the time they climbed up the Jail's tower.

"By the way," the female student who praised Cinderella spoke to her, Red Riding Hood and Rapunzel. "How did you three get your names? I'm curious as to how your names happen to be the same as the fairy tales we read,"

"Me too," the male student who commented on Cinderella's name said. "I wonder who was it that gave your names,"

"Well…" Cinderella could not think of a way of answering without revealing the Blood Maidens' origins. "About that…"

Seeing Cinderella's hesitance, Red Riding Hood grinned and answered in her place. "About that, it's a secret. That aside, let's wrap up our cleaning here, shall we?"

Meanwhile, in Class 1-4, Hameln was trying to convince a trio of slackers sitting near the classroom's walls to help clean the class. Kaguya was sitting on her chair watching Hameln exert her "authority" all while slacking off on her own. Gretel was not present in the classroom as she had left to do something on her own.

"You lazy cretins!" Hameln was getting impatient. "If you refuse to heed my words, you shall face my wrath!"

"Yeah, yeah, we hear you," said one of the slackers in an uncaring tone.

"Leave those slackers be, Hameln," Kaguya spoke. "Clearly, your words are not reaching them at all,"

"Speaking of slackers, you aren't doing anything as well, Princess," said a male student near Kaguya.

"Why I am. I am observing the happenings of this classroom. Does that not suffice?"

"That's not what I meant…"

As Hameln continued talking to the slackers, Gretel entered the classroom with a spherical flask containing a pink bubbling liquid in her hand. The flask caught the eyes of Class 1-4's students and they began to look pale. For reasons unknown, they began to have a very bad feeling just by seeing the flask's contents. The slackers however, paid no attention to the current situation.

"Oh, Gretel! You have returned!" Seeing Gretel, Hameln moved towards her.

"There you are, Gretel," Kaguya turned to look at Gretel. "Where have you been? And what is that in your hand?"

"A concoction I made using ingredients from a place called the 'Science Club'", Gretel replied with her usual neutral face. "I must say they had quite the array of materials that could be used for experiments," While Gretel spoke, she seemed to be oblivious of the students staring at her flask.

"Um… Gretel? What exactly is that in your hand?" asked one of them. Gretel looked at the student.

"As I said, it is a concoction I made. To be precise, it is an energy inducing potion meant to enable one to work the double the pace. At least, in theory anyway,"

"Is that so?!" Hameln became intrigued by Gretel's explanation.

"As I was saying, that is only in theory. The problem is who I should test it on,"

"Then, in that case, test that portion-I mean; potion on them!" Hameln pointed towards the slackers she spoke to earlier. Hearing Hameln's words, the students became surprised.

"Oh? And why do you propose that I test it on them?" Gretel asked Hameln.

"It is because they are lazing around without a single care in the world!" replied Hameln. "I have tried to change their ways only to have my efforts be in vain! As such, this calls for stronger measures!"

"Indeed, you are correct, Hameln," A realization dawned upon Gretel. "Lazy people would indeed be the perfect specimens for me to test the potion on. In that case…" Gretel started to walk towards the slackers. All eyes were on her as she faced the slackers.

"What is it now?" said one of them. "If you're going to lecture us like your friend did, we are not interested,"

"I see that you are slacking off just as Kaguya does," Gretel spoke to the slackers. "How sloppy indeed," Smiling, Gretel added, "Here, I have the perfect solution for your behavior," Gretel held out her flask in front of the slackers.

"Wh-What is that?" one of the slackers' partners asked. He and his companions started to feel the same bad feeling felt by the students who saw the flask.

"It's just a little experiment I'm about to perform," Still smiling, Gretel approached the leader of the slackers. "Do not worry. This will be over soon,"

"What are you-" The slackers' leader became interrupted when Gretel grabbed his cheeks with her free hand and held the flask over his mouth. "Hey, what are you doing?!" he then exclaimed. Everyone except Hameln and Kaguya became shocked at Gretel's actions.

"Did I not tell you? It's an experiment. All you just need to do is take one sip of this concoction and you will be up and running in no time," Gretel slowly moved the mouth of the flask towards the slacker's mouth. The whole classroom save Hameln and Kaguya watched in fear as Gretel was about to pour the flask's contents into the slacker's mouth. The slackers in particular, were so afraid that their eyes widened and they trembled.

"Now then, open wide," A huge grin appeared on Gretel's face. Seeing this, the slackers screamed in fright and quickly moved away from her.

"Alright, alright!" the leader shouted. "We'll help clean the class! Just don't make us drink that stuff!" And just like that, the slackers started to clean some windows. Seeing this, a lot of the students gaped at Gretel.

"Oh, my," Gretel reverted to her neutral self. "It's a pity that my would-be test subjects ran off like that," Looking at the flask in her hand, she frowned, "What should I do with this now? It would be a waste to throw it away," Turning to the students who witnessed her 'experiment', she then asked, "Would you all like to try this in their stead?"

"NO WAY!" the students yelled.

"Good grief…" Kaguya frowned at the current turn of events.

It was now ten minutes before cleaning time ends. Back at Class 1-1, everyone had finished cleaning and began to pass the time by talking with each other. Some of the students thanked Jack and Alice for their help. Just then, Jack and Alice noticed a black haired bespectacled boy standing at the end of the classroom. He was the same person who delivered food to the delinquents at the rooftop. On top of that, he looked rather anxious. Seeing this, Jack and Alice approached the boy and greeted him.

"Hello there," Jack said.

"Good afternoon," said Alice.

"Huh?" the boy shot nervous glances at both of them. "Oh, um, good afternoon. You two are Jack and Alice, right?"

"Yeah, what's your name?" Jack smiled.

"I'm… Hinata. Hinata Taketori. Just call me Hinata," As Hinata spoke, he clutched both his arms with his hands.

"We noticed that you looked rather pale," Alice stated. "Did something happen?" Hinata's eyebrows rose up. He felt as if Alice had read his mind.

"N-no, it's nothing," Hinata shook his head. "It's none of your concern,"

Jack and Alice became curious. "What do you mean?" asked Jack.

"That's…" As Hinata was about to speak, five third year students walked into Class 1-1 and stood in front of it's students. They were none other than Ichijo and his delinquent friends. Their presence caused everyone in Class 1-1 except Jack and Alice to become fearful. Hinata widened his eyes in fear as he did not expect the delinquents' presence.

"Alright, listen up you all!" Ichijo hollered out to the whole class. "We heard about a bunch of new students coming into our school and grabbing you first years' attention! Where are they?!" Silence filled Class 1-1. No one dared to speak to the delinquents.

"Hinata, who are these students?" Alice whispered.

"They… They're a group of delinquents from the third year," Hinata replied while trying to cover up his fear. "They're known for bullying other students of this school,"

Seeing Hinata's fearful expression, Jack said, "Hinata, could it be that these delinquents are the reason for your behavior?" Hinata gave Jack a surprised look.

"How did you-"

"Hey, what are you three doing talking amongst yourselves?!" Nijima called out to Jack, Alice and Hinata. "Get over here now!" The whole class watched anxiously as the trio walked to the front of the class and met the delinquents. When the two parties faced each other, the delinquents recognized Hinata.

"Well, what do we have here?" Sanji mocked Hinata. "Our delivery boy getting all buddy-buddy with two classmates instead of us?" Giving a threatening glare, he added, "You've got some nerve. How about telling us where the new students are?"

"We are the new students you are looking for," Alice spoke calmly while motioning to Jack. Ichijo's gang focused their eyes on Jack and Alice.

"You two are the new students?" Yoshikawa asked them.

"Yes. Actually, there're more of us in the other first year classes," answered Jack. "Why are you looking for us by the way?"

"We heard that our friend here tried to talk to you people during lunch time," Gotou looked at Hinata as he talked. "And thanks to that, he failed to deliver our lunch in time,"

"And your point is?" asked Alice.

"The point missy," Nijima looked at Jack and Alice in an unpleasant way. "Is that we expect everybody to have their attention on us alone. But, thanks to you and your friends, everybody including our delivery boy is so fixated on you and we're starting to think they may forget about us,"

"You are implying that we should not get in your way so that you get what you want?" Alice said in a neutral tone.

"That's right!" Ichijo gave a curt reply. "Everyone should do nothing but serve us alone! So, don't go around acting as if you own this place!"

Alice began to put on a serious face. "If all you want is attention, how about starting to carry yourself out more appropriately?" Hearing this, the eyes of Class 1-1's students including Hinata widened. Jack was concerned about Alice. Despite this, he maintained his composure.

"What did you say?" Sanji seemed displeased at Alice's words.

"From the way you are conducting yourself, you're all acting as if the whole world revolves around you," Alice spoke to the delinquents, still looking serious. "If you ask me, this is nothing more than selfishness,"

"And on top of that," Alice referred to her classmates. "You're intimidating people around you with your behavior. I do not see how that garners attention. Rather, it is more like you are subjugating those below you,"

"So, what?" Gotou raised his head. "We're two years your senior so it's only natural for us to do such a thing. You got a problem with that or something?"

"If it's natural then, tell me," Alice's voice became firmer. "Are you proud of what you are doing then?" At this, the delinquents raised their eyebrows.

"What are you-" Ichijo's words were soon interrupted by Sanji.

"Don't you dare question us like that!" Sanji stepped forward and pointed his finger at Alice. "You want us to rough you up?!"

"Yeah, you want some?!" Nijima loomed over Alice.

"Hey, cut it out!" Jack stood in between Alice and the delinquents. "We're not trying to cause any trouble. We're just saying that you should stop what you are doing!"

Nijima grabbed Jack's collar and glared at him. "Oh, yeah? How about we beat you up first, then?"

"Jack!" Alice became worried along with the whole class. It was obvious that tensions were flaring up.

"No, wait!" Jack started to look anxious. "You can't-"

"What's going on here?" a female teacher walked into Class 1-1 causing everyone to look at her. The teacher was none other than Ms. Joshima. Seeing Nijima holding onto Jack's collar, she said in a stern voice to the delinquents, "Bullying students again? Didn't the principal warn all of you on your actions before?"

"We just came to greet the new students," Ichijo replied rudely. "It's not your problem how we do it,"

"Then, I suggest you leave this classroom now. We have been lenient towards you but, if you keep up with this, we will have to impose stricter action," Hearing this, Nijima let go of Jack's collar. The delinquents then decided to leave.

"Tch. Fine. Let's go, guys," At Ichijo's words, he and his gang walked past Ms. Joshima and left the classroom. After they left, the students talked amongst themselves about Alice's courageous stand against the delinquents. At the same time, Ms. Joshima approached Jack, Alice and Hinata.

"Are you three alright?" she then asked the trio.

"We are fine. Thank you," replied Alice.

"I apologize for Ichijo and his friends' behavior," Ms. Joshima looked apologetic. "Our students are usually very nice towards others. However, they are an exception,"

"Miss Joshima, you said that you've been lenient towards those delinquents," stated Jack. "Can I ask what you mean by that?"

"I'm afraid that will have to wait for another time. Afternoon classes are about to commence. It's best that you settle down for now,"

"Ms. Joshima's right," Alice said to Jack. "Cleaning time has just finished so we best get ready for classes," With that, afternoon classes started and the students continued on with their normal routine despite the disturbing events that previously unfolded.

It is now 3.30 pm and school had finished. At this hour, students will either hang out at Wonder Ville's shops or attend the school's clubs. For Jack and his company, they decided to gather at a spot which was a short distance away from the school entrance. There, the group shared their cleaning time experiences. Jack and Alice even explained about Hinata and Ichijo's gang.

"I see," Gretel was the first to comment about the duo's explanation. "The two of you had indeed met with some troublesome individuals,"

"To think there are such people on the surface," Kaguya said. "How arrogant of them,"

"I must admit that it was quite bold of you to make those hooligans know their place with your words," Hameln happily said to Alice. "Your deeds deserve a salute, m'lady!"

"Thank you, Hameln," Alice replied with a smile. "To be honest though, Jack was bolder than I was. He stood in front of me when two of the delinquents shouted threats at me,"

"You don't have to be so humble, Alice," Jack smiled at Alice. "I only did what was necessary to ensure nothing happened to you,"

"I got to say what you did was pretty impressive, Alice," Red Riding Hood commented. Grinning, she added, "And once again, Jack, you stood up for her. You two really have a thing for each other,"

"Could we please not talk about that again, Red Riding Hood?" Jack looked uncomfortable as he spoke.

"Well if you think about it, Sister Red has a point," Thumbelina smiled. "I mean Jack and Alice always care for one another,"

"You too, Thumbelina?!" Jack became surprised.

"Snow White thinks the same as well, dear sister," Snow White said with a smile. Sleeping Beauty nodded in agreement to Snow White's words. At that moment, Jack and Alice tried hard not to blush.

"Then, shall we put that to the test?" Gretel put on a mischievous grin. "We could conduct a love experiment between the two of them,"

"I'd rather you don't…" Alice gave Gretel an uneasy look. Suddenly, Alice's attention shifted towards a group of six students going out of the school entrance.

"Jack, look," Alice motioned for Jack to look at the students. Seeing Jack and Alice, the rest of the group followed suit. "Isn't that Hinata?"

"Yeah, and he's with the delinquents from earlier," True to Jack's words, Hinata was following Ichijo's gang albeit, reluctantly. Hinata and the delinquents were walking towards the main gate and did not notice Jack's group while they did.

"So, those were the delinquents you were telling us about?" Red Riding Hood asked Jack and Alice.

"Yes. The one wearing glasses is Hinata, the student who is in the same class as I and Jack," said Alice as she looked intently at the delinquents and Hinata.

"Snow White wonders where they are going," said Snow White.

"I don't know," Jack looked concerned. "But, I have a bad feeling about this,"

"Why, Jack?" Rapunzel asked.

"It's just my intuition, Rapunzel," Jack answered Rapunzel.

"In that case, let's follow them," suggested Alice. "I'm concerned as to what the delinquents are going to do. Especially to Hinata,"

"Although we may not know Hinata as well as you and Jack do, I share your sentiments on this matter," Cinderella said to Alice.

"Then, in that case, let's go," Red Riding Hood along with her companions prepared to tail Ichijo's gang and Hinata. "We'll follow those hoodlums and find out what they are up to,"

"Yeah," Jack agreed. "We should be careful not to let them see us though," Led by Jack, Alice and Red Riding Hood, the group walked away from the school quickly. As they tailed Ichijo's gang and Hinata, everyone especially Jack and Alice hoped that nothing bad would befall Hinata.