A/N: Originally wasn't going to do a chapter on these two yet. Then, writer's block happened. So, congratulations TheSenpaiOfWisdom. Here you go.

Looks could be deceiving. This was very well-known at Hope's Peak Academy. Considering the appearance of a certain Ultimate Breeder compared to his talent, and the Ultimate Traditional Dancer's appearance compared with her personality, there is more than enough evidence to support this. Among the 78th class, no one demonstrated this better than Sakura Ogami. Well, there was Chihiro, but his true colors aren't exactly common knowledge.

To Sakura Ogami, her appearance bothered her little. She was able to obtain the optimal physical condition that she had been striving for. She was aware that many would mistake her for a man, and she did not mind it.

Chihiro, on the other hand, disliked both his appearance and his own weakness. He did not want to be viewed as a girl, but at the same time, if he presented himself as a boy, he believed he would be ridiculed for his unmanly traits. So, he decided that he would present himself as an average girl, rather than be made fun of as a boy. Having to pretend to be something he was not exhausted him, but to him, it was better than the alternative.

A chance meeting in the cafeteria allowed the two of them to have the opportunity to talk. Hina was in the kitchen, and Chihiro just wanted to work on his computer somewhere that wasn't his room. Seeing him, Sakura invited him over, and he nervously accepted.

"Good morning, Chihiro."

"Good morning."

"You seem to be working very intently on your computer."

He looks up and blushed nervously. "Sorry, I'm not the best conversation partner right now. I'm just really focussed on the program that I'm working on. It involves using known inputted data to create responses best suited for the situation. It's not much, but I've gotten as far as basic greetings and simple questions." He looks up and his eyes widen. "Sorry if I'm boring you. Most people don't really care about programming."

"There is no need to worry. I invited you to come and speak with me. Please, go on."

This takes him a little off guard. "Well, umm. I use microphone inputted voice commands, and the responses come out of the speakers, or headphones, if I want it to be private. I haven't really gotten to giving it its own voice settings, so I just decided to go with mine. It's in really early stages, but I think it's going well." He ends off with a nervous laugh. The only people who ever really ask in-depth about his programs are other programmers, and even then, his dad was the only one who wanted him to talk about whatever he would like. He never really had to explain it to other people.

"I see. That sounds complicated. I believe that you will reach your goal; however, as you seem very passionate about your work."

"Well, it could go anywhere from here. It could be great, or this could be as far as I can take it. The goal I've set is kind of a massive one." Chihiro wasn't in confident in his programming. He knew that he was good. However, the goal he had set for himself was to make a fully functional artificial intelligence. He wasn't even sure if that was possible!

"Chihiro, you know that you were invited to this school for a reason, correct?"

"Huh?"

"The staff of Hope's Peak believed you had potential to do things that no one in your field has done before. If the minds behind the greatest school in the country believe you can do it, then the least you can do is believe in yourself. If not for your own sake, do it for those who believe in you. Personally, I believe that you will reach your goal."

Chihiro was taken aback. She didn't even really know what he was working on, or how difficult it was, but she still said with unwavering confidence that he could do it. His eyes started to involuntarily water, but he managed to choke out a soft "thank you".

She gave him some time to collect himself. After he did, it was back to normal conversation. " You know, Sakura, you're actually very nice. I know a lot of people might think you look intimidating, but you're one of the nicest people I've ever met."

"I would say the same to you. Most people would not shed tears over being believed in, but that just proves your sincerity." She gives a wry smile. "As for people being intimidated by me, that is why I must go the extra mile by being kind to all whom I meet."

"Y-yeah, they should just get to know you. I'm really glad I did." He gives her a warm smile at this.

"While I must work to change the impression get of me, you must do no such thing. Your aura is one of kindness, just by looking at you. The smile you have just given me would prove your character to anyone who cares to know. Your appearance matches perfectly with what is on the inside."

He immediately sobers up at that last statement, and begins to feel guilt. Here she is, talking about how great he is, not knowing the massive secret he's hiding. If she knew-

Noticing the expression on his face, Sakura backpedals. "I apologize if I have hit a sore spot. That was not my intention."

"No! It's not your fault. In fact, it's all my fault…" he trails off. It doesn't seem as though he plans on saying why though, so she chooses another course of action.

"This problem seems to give you a great deal of grief. I'm not asking you to tell me, but I want you to remember that we are all your classmates, and many of us would be more than willing to help you when you are ready. I, myself, would promise to be a nonjudgmental listener."

Startled again by her sincerity, he feels a huge weight lifted off his shoulders. He may still be keeping secrets, but at least he knows that she's on his side. He could start crying again, but he holds himself back.

"Thank you."

A/N: I love this chapter. That is all.