A/N: Weird choice, I know. If you read the name of the chapter you'll know what I mean. I just needed some things to be set up, so why not?
So yes, Mondo had started to show up to class a little more consistently. And yes, it was Taka that had brought him to that mindset. Unfortunately, they were back at each other's throats almost immediately. Sure, Taka's uptight attitude bothered a lot of people, but no one cared enough to try to argue. After all, they could just ignore him and they'd be fine. Mondo hadn't quite gotten into this mindset and continued to take the hard way out. Everyone had become fed up with it, but no one dared to interfere.
Well, until Sayaka got bored, that is.
The stupidity of the guys was getting to her, so she developed a master plan to get them to stop. Well, she hadn't quite developed the plan, but she had a plan for a plan! In order for her plan to even exist, she needed an expert in the field. But who would have the knowledge about bringing bitter rivals together? Who could save the 78th class from bashing the two boys' heads together?
Hifumi Yamada could, that's who.
"So Hifumi, you're like, really into all sorts of media, right?"
He pushes up his glasses. "Of course Miss Maizono. One does not simply claim the badge of an otaku without being truly diversified. It would be shameful to have a narrow view of modern art. So tell me, what knowledge do you desire from me? Whether it be manga, anime, or video games, I assure you that I will not disappoint."
"Do you know any stories where complete opposites become really good friends?"
"Ohohoho. Such a simple question, but I promised you an answer, so you shall have one. There are many stories that take that route, as it is a very common plot. Many characters have became friends after great hardship and many difficult battles, and yet others simply needed time. Slowly, over struggle and through finding common ground, many a rival have become the greatest allies that their world has ever seen!"
"Ok, that's nice and all, but I don't think much battling will happen anytime soon. I meant more like, specific examples that seem to work very well. And hopefully fast."
"While epic quests seem to be the most effective way of making friends, I suppose I can give you some ideas. I watched an amazing anime where a group of students bonded very quickly when they all though they were going to die at any moment. Does that sate your curiosity?"
"Not at all. I would prefer not be arrested thank you very much. I was thinking a tad more on the legal side."
Hifumi huffs at this. "Well, I had no idea you were actually trying to engineer a situation where people would need to get over their differences. I do however, find it interesting. I did read a story in which two strangers bonded over being stuck in the frigid mountains, but I do not believe that will suit your needs, either."
Sayaka looks a little miffed for a second, until she breaks out into a grin. "I think I just had the best idea in a long while. Thanks so much for your help Hifumi, but I gotta get planning! See you around!" Immediately after saying her piece she ran off to go make plans.
"Um...what did I just do?"
A/N: Guys,the broness is on its way. Chapter is pretty short, but it's also not supposed to be important or emotional. Shit like Chihiro and Sakura, that's what's gonna be the long chapters.