Regret.

Something I haven't felt for a long time. It's a normal emotion for a lot of people to feel. But it was a strange one for me, mainly because I don't have a reason to feel it for a long time.

What caused it still lingers in my mind. It was their faces. Yuigahama's and Yukinoshita's faces to be exact.

Their faces when I confessed to Ebina.

It was a little bit weird how I am the one that got hurt yet they're the ones that feel the pain. I am perfectly fine with being hurt like that. I am simply used to it.

But to them, it's an entirely different thing.

It was as if they had just witnessed something disturbing or horrifying.

I suppose that just shows how much they value me. As embarrassing as it is to say, I suppose you could call us "friends" at this point.

But, what's done is done. No point in thinking about past mistakes.

Anyway, let's-

*thud*

I suddenly feel something hit my forehead.

"Oww."

I let out a yelp as I frantically try to cover my forehead.

"What was that for?"

I try to communicate with the perpetrator. It was none other than my cute little sister.

"Geez, Onii-chan. That's what you get for ignoring me."

She said while pouting.

"Right...What were you asking again?"

"I was asking if something happened recently."

I was surprised for a moment there.

My sister sure is sharp.

"No. Nothing happened. You're worrying over nothing. In fact, life's so boring that watching a wall is more eventful than my life right now."

I said as I am trying to reassure her.

"You know Onii-chan. You're always prone to say stupid things. But you will say even more stupid things when something happens. So tell me, tell me about all the juicy details. Your cute little sister will be here to listen to all of your worries."

She said arrogantly.

She's starting to sound really annoying. I am starting to get really tired and sick of her. I don't need Komachi acting all high and mighty in front of me.

Without a clear mind filled with anger and annoyance, I opened my mouth.

"You know Komachi, You're being really annoying right now. Would you shut up for a moment?"

I said with a high tone.

Komachi was shocked at what I just said. She was gasping in disbelieve.

She immediately got up from her seat, picked up her bag and opened the door.

While exiting the house, she yells at me with an obnoxiously loud tone.

"I am going to school, I also won't be back tonight. So, you can buy your own dinner for tonight."

I was too busy eating my breakfast to care.

What a way to start a day.

After finishing my breakfast, I went to school by my bike.

As I arrived, I parked my bike and went for the main building. I walked past a few students. They paid no mind to me and vice-versa.

As I was going to enter my class, something caught my interest. It was a group of students in my peripheral vision.

They were surrounding the bulletin board, talking about the student council president election.

"How stupid."

I muttered under my breath.

Student council elections are no more than a joke.

It's more or less a glorified popularity contest. It's rare for people with actual talent to win an election. What you require the most to win an election, are good-looks, wealth, and popularity. If you at least have one of the aforementioned qualities, you're fine.

Or in some rare cases, the position of the student council president is even used as a way to bully someone. Basically, the bullies would vote for the victim to be nominated as a president. Hoping, that the victim would be elected and fail as one. And thus granting the victim the spotlight for negative reasons.

However, that's rare nowadays.

Since some responsible people still apply for the position, and so, prevent such people from actually getting the position. And also, you could just decline the position if you're nominated and foil the bullies plan. So, it's not that big of a deal for someone that knows how to avoid it. But, there are some unfortunate people out there that fall into their trap.

And then, the bell signaling first period rings.

Crap, I spent too much time thinking about it.

As I looked at the direction of the group of people, I found that they had already vanished. I had a sudden urge to see who decided to run for the election.

But decided that I could just see it after school or at lunch.

I spent the class mostly sleeping until lunch. When lunch came, I was going to check the bulletin board.

Until I realized that everyone was staring at me.

They were glancing and talking about me.

I wonder what they're talking about. It's probably a rumor about something stupid that I didn't do. Whatever, it's not that important.

I continue getting up from my seat and make my way out of the class, towards the bulletin board. I was going to check on who's running for the position. But, once again, my plan was foiled by people blocking the bulletin board.

Curse you all!

But, this is unusual. Normally there won't be these many people checking out the candidates, nominated for the president's position. Are the people running for it that interesting?

It's probably Hayama or someone popular.

Whatever, there's still after school.

After that, I went to my usual lunch spot near the parking lot. I was enjoying my peace there. Until a certain voice disturbs my peace.

"Is everything going as planned?"

A girl said with a malicious, yet innocent voice.

Her voice seems familiar.

Where have I heard this evil bitch's voice before?

And then I remembered.

It was that bitch, Sagami.

And here I thought she had finally grown.

She may have grown a little and seemed to change for the better after the cultural festival, however, it seems that it was all a ploy to fool everyone and cover-up something sinister.

I suppose it was wrong for me to assume that she is capable of growing out of her black and wicked heart.

Anyway, let's eavesdrop further.

"Yes, Sagami. Everything is going according to plan."

The other girl said with a malicious tone as well.

What's with the hilariously clichéd tones?

It's almost like they are some antagonist from a clichéd shounen anime.

Sagami speaks out once again.

The next thing that came out from her mouth, surprised and intrigued me.

"That's wonderful. I am going after you Hachiman! You'll pay for what you've done!"

She yells maniacally.

The nerve of this bitch!

I helped her at the cultural festival, and this is how she repays me?

Talk about ungrateful.

And the way she laughs, it's simply weird to describe. It would be hilarious to describe but I could sense hate. No, hate wouldn't be the right word.

Obsession. Obsession would fit better.

And this plan of her's. It's probably something stupid. It's not like she's capable of anything harmful. She's too incompetent for that.

Anyway, after that little event, they left and I enjoyed the rest of lunch eating in peace.

After lunch ended, I went back to my class.

Class went as usual and I slept until after school.

As I was going to exit the classroom, I noticed that Yuigahama was trying to go to my seat. Her face was grim. It's almost like she was bearing a terrible news.

But, unfortunately, before she could reach her destination, her clique stopped her by trying to chat with her about something.

I decided that it could wait and headed out from the classroom.

I suddenly remembered something.

The bulletin board.

Right, I was trying to see who's running for the president's position right?

Anyway, I went to the bulletin board. I was not prepared for the news on that board. The news that changed my life in high school.

"Let's see the retards that volunteered."

I mumble under my breath.

I held my breath as soon as I noticed the name there.

"Hikigaya Hachiman".

As soon as I saw the name there, I immediately felt confused and enraged.

"Wha-what? What kind of sick joke is this? Why the fuck is it me anyway? I don't remember doing something that would cause this to happen."

I muttered under my breath while frantically searching for the answer in my head.

After thinking about it for a while, I found my answer.

Based on my classmates and Sagami's behavior, it would make sense.

The culprit was...

Sagami Minami.

I decided to go home and skip the club since I am still enraged by that "little mischief" she caused.

The last thing I need is to worsen my relationship with Yuigahama and Yukinoshita by lashing out on them.

But, before I could make my way towards the exit, someone calls out to me.

"Hikigaya-kun! Wait for a moment."

She yells while running down the hallway.

I immediately cease my movements and turn my attention towards her.

When she reached me, she is breathing heavily and trying to catch her breath.

I don't actually remember who she is.

Oh, wait, actually I do.

She's the former student council president.

Shiromeguri Meguri.

What business does she have with me?

Maybe it's because of my nomination for that position?

That has to be it.

After regaining her breath and composure, she speaks up.

"Hello, Hikigaya-kun. We need to have a little conversation with someone. Do you mind coming with me?"

She asks politely with her everlasting and cheerful smile.

Who is this other person?

It's probably the other candidate asking me to resign, seeing how I have no actual chance of winning this glorified popularity contest.

Let's just get along for now.

"Okay, where should we go? And where's the other person?"

I asked her while looking confused.

"The other person is already in the cafe near the school. Do you mind if we went there?"

"No, I don't mind. Should we go now?"

I replied seriously.

"Yes, we should go now."

Hello! It's been a while, isn't it?

Anyway, I am back with another (hopefully) great fanfic.

This one is way more ambitious than the previous one I have done.

However, I have learned much these past few weeks and hopefully with the help of my new beta reader which is Betrayed Dreams.

I would be able to deliver an amazing and wonderful fanfic for you readers to enjoy.

But, as usual, I still suck at making summaries.

I am entering my third year in middle school right now, and because of that, I, unfortunately, may only be able to update it once a month or something.

And did you guys notice anything new with the character tag?

Well, they finally did it. They finally added Meguri.

It took me five or six e-mails because I thought I send it to the wrong address or something. (Yes, that actually happens to me at one time).

And also, I may be slacking off watching tons and tons of Choroi to blow off some steam.

If you don't know what Choroi is. It's basically a radio show hosted by Sayuri Yahagi and Sakura Ayane.

It's a freaking hilarious show and I recommend you to watch it. If you have trouble with Japanese language, you could find some of the segments on youtube with English subtitles.

Anyway, Enough with the sponsor. I hope you guys enjoyed this chapter and look forward to the next!

Daiva.

Signing out.