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"The headmistress' welcoming speech will begin in fifteen minutes. All students, please report to the auditorium at this time."[/b] 

The announcement was repeated a second time and was then silent. The hustle and shuffle of students all migrating towards the auditorium, the large building behind the classroom building, replaced the silence left in the wake of the announcements.

There were sounds of talking and whispers in the auditorium seats that were immediately silenced as a stern looking woman in heels and an expensive suit took the stage, tapping the microphone and clearing her throat before speaking.  For the rest of the school year, this would be the only time the students witnessed the woman.  In fact, this was her first ever public appearance, most of the time employing a body double since she was a high value target and...she hated doing mundane shit like this.

[color=ec008c]~"Welcome one and all to Seiko Academy!"~[/color]  In contrast to her firm appearance, her demeanor was sincere, jovial even.  Of course, this was all a ruse played by the deceitful woman, fake, toothy smiles and all.  The ten students sitting on the front row knew well Natsume-Sama was a devil in disguise.  The woman would smile as she gave you a Sicilian necktie.

[color=ec008c]~"For years,  Seiko Academy has been educating young men and women, molding them into model citizens and preparing them for a bright future upon graduation.  I for one am very proud to be carrying on the tradition set forth by my grandfather, may he rest in peace.  For those of you who do not know, my name is Natsume Hibana, Headmistress of Seiko Academy.  It is both my honor and my privilege to ensure  that your education proceeds as smoothly and as fully as possible. I work tirelessly to ensure that every minute of your time here is memorable and fulfilling. And I'm not alone."~[/color]

At this, Hibana turned to the men and women sitting behind her, among the teachers, her right hand Azuma, casting a vigilant glare upon Class Noir.  Hibana then resumed, [color=ec008c]~"These fine men and women you see behind me are not just your instructors, they are your friends as well.  If ever you need someone to talk to, the teachers' offices are always open after school hours.  My staff and I work hard to make sure that you enjoy every day, every waking moment of your high school life.  With that said, welcome once again to Seiko Academy!"~[/color]

The auditorium filled with thunderous applause and cheering, more so from the teachers.  Hibana left the stage during this time, followed by Azuma.  Once they were behind the curtain, the true Hibana emerged like a blossoming, poisonous nightshade.

[color=ec008c]~"Ugh!  I feel like I want to throw up after saying that..."~[/color]  She muttered in a venomous tone, taking a cigarette from her ornate cigarette case and clenching it firmly between her lips with a scowl.  Azuma snickered under his mask beside her, producing a lighter to light her smoke, [color=ed1c24]"That was quite a lovely speech, Natsume-Sama."[/color]

Hibana glared at him, taking a drag then exhaling a thick wisp of smoke, [color=ec008c]~"If you ever say that again, Azuma-San, I will have you shot.  Have Class Noir report to my office immediately."~[/color]  And with that, the woman strolled away, the telltale clacking of her high heels across the polished wood floor of the stage.  [color=ed1c24]"At once, Natsume-Sama."[/color]  Azuma replied, but his boss had by then left the building.

The strange man appeared again from behind the curtain, approaching the podium and adjusting his crimson tie.  [color=ed1c24]"Will the students of Class 2-C please report to Miss Natsume Hibana's office at once.  The rest of you, enjoy your free day at the academy.  Classes will begin bright and early tomorrow morning.  That is all."[/color]