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Hotaru was beginning to regret her decision and often peeked behind her, expecting a ghost or something. "It's not even dark, so why is this school so scary?" She sighed and whined a bit. Suddenly a boy appeared out of nowhere and approached her. Of course, to Hotaru, this could only mean one possible thing. [i]Oh no... This guy! He's gonna take advantage of a vulnerable young girl now that she's all alone, isn't he?![/i] She began backing away in a defensive position, subconsciously wearing a hilarious expression.

"You're new here, I can tell. Don't ask how-"

"..." Hotaru felt her cheeks start to burn, realizing she jumped to conclusions. [i]Why would I even think that? This is a school! A pretty high-rated one at that...[/i] She held out her hand, hoping to receive the map he picked up with her head turned the other way. A slight gasp escaped when he threw it to the ground. "Wh-?" Without hesitating, she dove to grab it. "I need this, it's essential!" 

Hotaru held a blank as the boy proceeded to introduce himself while self-proclaiming as Hotaru's official tour guide. She stood up, regained her posture, and turned to look straight at the Senji. "... Huuhh? A tour guide? Hmph! I know exactly where I'm going! I don't need your help," she turned back and looked down the long, scary corridor. "Er... On second thought," she turned back, grasped his hand with both of hers, and shook it vigorously. "I'm Hotaru Takano! Nice to meet you, I'll take you up on that offer!" [i]Although it was more of a declaration...[/i]

"Hey!"

Hotaru turned to look as another student approached them. The girl informed them of the opening ceremony and introduced herself. 

"It's nice to meet you Emi," Hotaru put on her best smile and introduced herself once again. [i]Wait... Does this mean the auditorium was right there the whole time?![/i] She felt like facepalming but resisted the urge.