Students often perceive noon to be a bit later, given that school doesn't dismiss until 12:50 PM.
Aozawa stepped out of the main entrance of the teaching building. The sky was no longer gloomy but had transformed into a refreshing shade of grayish-white. The wind rustled through the branches of the osmanthus trees, bringing a cool sensation as it brushed against his face. This year's rainy season seemed to have ended earlier than usual, meaning the summer heat would arrive sooner as well.
Hands in his pockets, he sauntered towards the club building. Rounding to the side, he noticed that the Guzheng Club's windows were open, yet no boisterous sounds came from within. That's odd. A flicker of confusion crossed Aozawa's mind as he approached the window, only to find no one inside. The door was also locked. It's rare for them not to be here by now. Haven't those two arrived yet today?
"RAWR!"
Suddenly, two curvaceous young women wearing ghost masks shot up from beneath the window.
