The Delinquent The Quiet GirlSeason 2, Episode 1 – A New Chapter--One Year Later – A New BeginningIt had been a year since Naruto and Miku started dating.A lot had changed.They were no longer high school students—now, they were in college.They had moved to Tokyo University, living in separate dorms but still seeing each other every day.Naruto? Still the same mischievous, carefree delinquent—except now, he had better control over his temper.Miku? She had grown more confident. She still wasn't the most talkative person, but she no longer let people push her around.They had both grown—and their relationship had, too.--The Morning RoutineIt was 7:30 AM.Inside the college cafeteria, Naruto was sitting at a table, scrolling through his phone with one hand while lazily eating a sandwich with the other.His black-and-orange custom jacket was draped over the chair, and his headphones hung around his neck, music playing faintly.Then—Miku walked in.She had changed a lot since high school.Her long brown hair was tied into a loose ponytail, and she was wearing a navy blue sweater, a pleated black skirt, and knee-high socks.She looked… beautiful.Naruto glanced up and smirked.Naruto: "'Bout time you showed up, sleepyhead."Miku pouted as she sat across from him, setting down her tray.Miku: "I'm not a sleepyhead…"Naruto chuckled.Naruto: "You literally texted me last night saying you'd wake up early. And now look at you."Miku blushed, puffing her cheeks.Miku: "I tried…"Naruto shook his head, amused.But then, his expression softened.Naruto: "…Did you sleep okay?"Miku blinked, surprised by the sudden concern.She nodded.Miku: "Yeah… But I missed you."Naruto raised an eyebrow, his smirk returning.Naruto: "Tch. You just saw me yesterday."Miku pouted again, looking down at her food.Miku: "…I still missed you."Naruto's heart skipped a beat.Damn it.She was still so cute.But instead of teasing her, he simply reached over and gently ruffled her hair.Naruto: "Yeah, yeah… I missed you too."Miku's face turned pink, but she smiled.--The New College LifeAs they ate, they talked about their new classes.Miku had taken history and literature—as expected, since she loved books.Naruto, on the other hand, had chosen sports science and business—mainly because he wanted something to do with fighting and making money.Miku: "Are you sure you'll be okay in business class?"Naruto smirked.Naruto: "Tch. I got this. I just gotta make sure I don't fall asleep."Miku giggled.Miku: "I'll wake you up if you do."Naruto leaned back, stretching his arms.Naruto: "Hah? You just wanna see me suffer."Miku smiled sweetly.Miku: "…Maybe."Naruto chuckled.Even now, a year later, she still managed to surprise him.--New Faces, New ProblemsAs they finished breakfast, a group of students passed by.Naruto noticed them immediately.They were some guys from the soccer team, walking by and whispering—while glancing at Miku.He narrowed his eyes.One of them—a guy with slicked-back hair and an expensive-looking watch—smirked as he spoke.Guy: "…Man, that girl's cute."His friend grinned.Friend: "Yeah, she is. I bet she's single too."Naruto stiffened.Miku hadn't noticed—she was too busy fixing her bag.The guy with slicked-back hair took a step toward her—But before he could say anything—Naruto stood up.The whole table shook from the force.Miku looked up, surprised.The guy froze.Naruto glared, his blue eyes sharp.Naruto: "…You got a problem?"The air grew tense.The guy hesitated, then scoffed.Guy: "Tch. Whatever."He turned away, walking off with his friends.Naruto watched them go, his fists clenched.Miku gently grabbed his sleeve.Miku: "…Naruto?"Naruto took a deep breath, forcing himself to relax.Then, he looked at Miku and smirked.Naruto: "Tch. Looks like I gotta remind people you're taken."Miku blushed hard.Miku: "N-Naruto…!"He laughed, ruffling her hair again.Naruto: "Relax, I got you."Miku smiled, her heart feeling warm.Even in college, Naruto was still her protector.--End of Episode 1 – A New Chapter Begins.