Part 2: Moving Forward
And for the first time that morning—the students found themselves paying attention.
Not because the lesson had changed.
But because they understood why it mattered.
The lesson continued afterward.
This time—
far more students paid attention.
Not perfectly.
Not completely.
But better than before.
Even Kaito forced himself to focus.
Every time his thoughts began drifting—
Daigo's words returned.
"Life doesn't stop."
"People still need to learn."
The hours slowly passed.
The classroom gradually returned to a more normal atmosphere.
Not happy.
Not relaxed.
Just functioning again.
Then—
RIIIIINGGGG!
The bell echoed through the academy.
Almost immediately several students sat up straighter.
Others stretched their arms.
A few relieved sighs escaped around the room.
Daigo closed the book on his desk.
"...That's enough."
Several students began reaching for their bags.
Then Daigo spoke again.
"...Don't eat too much."
The class looked up.
A few confused expressions appeared.
Daigo continued.
"...We'll likely have outdoor training after break."
Immediate groans appeared around the room.
Arashi dropped his head onto his desk.
"...Why?"
Amaya sighed.
"...We just got a break."
A few students laughed quietly.
The mood finally felt lighter.
Daigo ignored the complaints.
"...Outdoor training means you'll need energy."
He glanced around the room.
"...So eat properly."
Then after a small pause:
"...And drink water."
That earned even more complaints.
Daigo simply picked up his papers.
"...Complaining burns energy too."
A few students immediately stopped talking.
The classroom laughed lightly.
Even Souta managed a small smile.
Not much.
But enough.
Daigo nodded once.
Then headed toward the door.
"...Break ends in thirty minutes."
The door slid open.
"...Don't be late."
Then he left.