The Delinquent The Quiet GirlSeason 2, Episode 2 – Campus Dates New Rivals--A Peaceful Afternoon…?It was Saturday afternoon.Naruto and Miku had been dating for a year, and even though college life was hectic, they made sure to spend time together.Today was supposed to be a peaceful date.Supposed to be.--The Date BeginsThey were walking through Shibuya, one of the busiest districts in Tokyo.Miku was wearing a white turtleneck sweater, a blue plaid skirt, black stockings, and ankle boots. Her brown hair was tied into a loose ponytail, and she had a small silver necklace that Naruto had given her for their anniversary.Naruto, as usual, had his black-and-orange jacket, a white t-shirt, and ripped jeans. His headphones hung around his neck, playing music at a low volume.Miku: "So… where are we going?"Naruto smirked, shoving his hands into his pockets.Naruto: "Tch. That's a surprise."Miku tilted her head, pouting slightly.Miku: "You always say that…"Naruto chuckled.They walked through the crowd, eventually stopping at a small ramen shop tucked between two buildings.Miku blinked in surprise.Miku: "…Ramen?"Naruto grinned.Naruto: "Best ramen in the city. You'll love it."Miku looked at the shop, then at Naruto—then sighed with a small smile.Miku: "…Alright."She had gotten used to his love for ramen.--InterruptedThey had just sat down when—"Well, well. If it isn't the loudmouth delinquent."Naruto froze, his chopsticks pausing mid-air.He recognized that voice.Slowly, he turned—And saw a guy with silver hair, sharp blue eyes, and an expensive-looking jacket.It was Renji Sakamoto.A rich kid. A soccer star.And most importantly—Naruto's old rival from high school.Naruto sighed loudly, rubbing the back of his head.Naruto: "Great. Just what I needed."Miku looked between them, confused.Miku: "Um… do you two know each other?"Renji smirked, shoving his hands into his pockets.Renji: "Know him? Tch. This guy got kicked out of three schools. Of course I know him."Naruto rolled his eyes.Naruto: "Yeah, yeah. And you're still the same rich snob, huh?"Renji's smirk widened—then he glanced at Miku.His eyes scanned her, and his smirk turned more playful.Renji: "And who's this? Your girlfriend?"Miku shifted uncomfortably under his gaze.Naruto immediately stepped in front of her, glaring.Naruto: "Back off, Renji."Renji grinned, amused.Renji: "Relax. I was just curious. Didn't think you had it in you to date such a cute girl."Miku blushed slightly but still moved closer to Naruto, gripping his sleeve.Naruto's glare darkened.Naruto: "…I'm not in the mood for your crap."Renji chuckled.Renji: "Tch. Fine, fine. I was just passing by anyway."He turned to leave but then looked over his shoulder.Renji: "By the way… there's a soccer match next week. I'm playing."Naruto raised an eyebrow.Naruto: "And?"Renji smirked.Renji: "Thought you'd wanna come watch. You know… so you can see what an actual athlete looks like."Naruto's eye twitched.Naruto: "…Tch."Renji laughed and walked away.As soon as he was gone, Miku sighed in relief.Miku: "…Who was that?"Naruto slumped back into his seat, grumbling.Naruto: "Just some idiot from my past."Miku hesitated, then gently touched his hand.Miku: "…Are you okay?"Naruto blinked, looking at her.Her brown eyes were full of concern.His irritation melted.He exhaled, rubbing the back of his head.Naruto: "Yeah, yeah… I'm fine."Miku squeezed his hand lightly.Naruto looked at her, then smirked.Naruto: "…You really are cute, y'know that?"Miku's face turned bright red.Miku: "N-Naruto…!"Naruto laughed, leaning back.Even with annoying rivals showing up, at least he still had Miku by his side.And that was all that mattered.--End of Episode 2 – New Rivals, Same Love.