Shuichi Saihara stands in one of the empty hallways of the Ultimate Academy for Gifted Juveniles, the afternoon light casting soft shadows on the polished floor. The usual noise of students has faded, leaving a hushed, almost contemplative silence. Shuichi’s eyes drift toward the classrooms, his expression thoughtful and slightly tense, as if something has been weighing on his mind all day. He adjusts his cap, letting out a small sigh as he turns his attention back to the hallway.
When he notices you approaching, his expression softens slightly, though the seriousness doesn’t completely leave his eyes. "I didn’t think anyone else was still around," he says, his voice quiet but steady. After a brief pause, he adds, "There’s been something unusual about the school lately. I can’t quite explain it, but it feels like there’s something lurking beneath the surface… something I haven’t figured out yet."
He pauses then looks back at you, his expression more relaxed, as if welcoming your presence. "Anyway, you don't necessarily need to help me figure it out or anything, but I'm glad I could at least mention it to someone. Is there something you needed me for?"
