A wave of anticipation swept through the classroom as the door creaked open, revealing a new boy stepping in. His presence was magnetic, a striking combination of features that seemed to draw everyone's gaze. With messy auburn hair that framed his face and honey-colored eyes that held a captivating allure, he had an air of mystery about him. It was as if he carried a fascinating story within those Asian features and a hint of European ancestry. Taller than most, he stood with a confident yet approachable demeanor, dressed in a stylish black open jacket over a crisp white shirt, making him look like he belonged on the cover of a high-end fashion magazine.
As he entered the room, the atmosphere shifted, and the girls' hearts seemed to skip a beat. They exchanged glances, their eyes mirroring the excitement that brewed within. It was as if they were all under a collective spell, captivated by the newcomer's charm.
Beside her, Tim's face contorted into a glare of disapproval. She knew him well enough to understand his jealousy brewing beneath the surface. It wasn't hard to see why; she had been caught casting furtive glances at the new guy while he was still at the door. The allure of the enigmatic boy had affected her too, even if she wouldn't readily admit it.
Amidst the playful atmosphere, she couldn't resist teasing Tim. With a mischievous grin, she whistled a bird tune, causing him to glance her way, irritation etched across his features. But that only spurred her on. With a hint of flirtation, she sent him a wink, followed by a playful flying kiss. Tim's cheeks turned a warm shade of crimson, and she couldn't help but relish the sight of him blushing. It amused her how effortlessly she could elicit such reactions from him, secretly enjoying the friendly banter that had become a delightful part of their interactions.
"Hello, my name is Shirou Emiya and I will be your new class mate", that broke them out of their playful banter, both turned to look at the new comer.
"Very well Mr Emiya, you may take a seat next to Mr Drake" The teacher's words rang through the classroom, directing Shirou Emiya to take a seat next to Tim Drake. As he made his way towards them, his eyes met Tim's, and he offered a friendly smile. Tim's reaction was immediate – he stiffened, a blush creeping up his cheeks. It was a sight that ignited an unexpected surge of anger within her. She couldn't fathom why seeing Shirou smile at Tim would provoke such a strong emotion in her.
As Shirou was about to take his seat, she continued to glare at both her partner and the new boy, refusing to avert her gaze throughout the entire class. Her mind was a whirlwind of conflicting emotions, and she struggled to comprehend the reasons behind her reaction. It was as if some unspoken competition had ignited between them, and she found herself unwillingly drawn into it.
In the midst of the lesson, she found it challenging to concentrate, her attention constantly shifting between her partner, Shirou, and the content being taught. She observed their interactions, trying to decipher any underlying tension or friendship developing between them.
As the class progressed, she couldn't help but notice how Shirou's friendly nature seemed to resonate with her classmates. He had an effortless way of making others feel comfortable around him, drawing people in with his sincerity and charm.
When the final bell rang, signaling the end of the class, she felt a mix of relief and frustration. The tension she had carried throughout the lesson slowly dissipated, but the unsettling feelings lingered.
As they all prepared to leave, Shirou turned to her with that same warm smile he had given Tim earlier. "It was a pleasure being your classmate today. I hope we can get to know each other better," he said politely.
She managed to force a smile in return, despite the storm of emotions still churning within her. "Sure," she replied, unsure of what else to say.
With that, Shirou bid them both farewell and left the classroom, leaving her with more questions than answers.
As they walked towards the main gate of the school, they caught a glimpse of Shirou leaving on a sleek BMW R Nine T motorbike. Its powerful engine roared to life, and the bike glided smoothly through the school grounds. Tim couldn't help but be impressed, and he let out a low whistle of admiration as the bike passed them.
She glanced at Tim, noticing the mixture of awe and envy on his face. The sight of Shirou on that impressive machine seemed to add another layer to the intrigue surrounding the new boy. It was evident that Shirou wasn't an ordinary classmate; he had a touch of flair that set him apart from the rest.
As the motorbike disappeared into the distance, Tim turned back to her with a grin. "Now that's one sweet ride," he remarked, a hint of excitement in his voice.
She nodded in agreement, feeling a mixture of curiosity and jealousy herself. She couldn't help but wonder what other surprises he had in store for them.
This chapter is from Stephanie's perspective
I am not planning it to be a power fantasy or anything. There were moments in first chapter where he did use his passive abilities, like reading weapons and drawing up skills that he acquired from Archer, which I believe are more than enough to survive Gotham. Also I am not going for harem story. I want to keep this Shirou as normal as possible in Shirou terms. Development of the realty marble makes Shirou having an alien concept of life, something I feel is often missing in a lot of stories, so I will be trying to incorporate his alien perception in the story with my own take, another thing you might have seen in first chapter. But I chose this Shirou specifically because I do not want a suicidal hero running around.