Hunter Academy: Revenge of the Weakest

Maya’s voice was calm but firm as she asked, "May I sit here?"

Astron’s gaze held hers for a moment, his violet eyes calm and unwavering. Then, with a faint nod, he replied, "Of course. You don’t need to ask, Senior."

Maya inclined her head slightly in acknowledgment before pulling out a chair and sitting down across from him. The move, though composed, carried an air of quiet purpose. Almost immediately, her friends—Amelia, Evelyn, Kara, and Lila—hesitated near the table, exchanging glances before following her lead.

Amelia, unusually quiet for once, took a seat beside Maya without a word, her expression a mix of…..something…

A lot of things to be exact.

The others, however, were far less subtle.

Evelyn leaned slightly toward Kara, her voice a barely contained whisper but still loud enough to be heard. "Wow… did we really have someone like him in our school?"

Kara nodded, her eyes shining with curiosity as she looked at Astron. "I don’t think I’ve seen him before. Who is this handsome guy? Maya, where do you know him?"

Lila, always the bold one, smiled brightly and leaned forward slightly. "Maya, you’ve been keeping secrets, haven’t you?"

Maya’s expression remained composed, though inwardly, she was already bracing herself for the barrage of questions. "This is Astron," she said simply. "He’s my Junior.

"Your Junior?"

"Ahem…..Part of the History and Arts Club."

"A junior?" Evelyn’s eyes widened in surprise. "He looks so… mature. Are you sure he’s not in our year?"

"Or the year above us?" Lila added with a teasing grin.

Astron, ever composed, glanced at the girls with a faint smile that didn’t quite reach his eyes. "I’m a first-year," he confirmed, his tone calm and even.

The group immediately reacted with exclamations of surprise and delight.

"You must be quite talented, then," Kara said, her voice laced with curiosity. "Maya’s standards are pretty high, and she wouldn’t just sit with anyone."

Maya shot Kara a look, but the other girl only grinned mischievously in return.

As the conversation continued, the initial discomfort that had gnawed at Maya’s chest began to ebb. Seeing Sylvie now sitting silently like this, clearly clumped, brought her a strange sense of relief. The dynamic had shifted—what had been a quiet, isolated moment between Astron and Sylvie was now a lively group conversation, and Maya found comfort in the change.

She leaned back slightly, her composure returning fully as she observed the way Astron deftly handled the questions being thrown his way. He answered with just enough detail to satisfy the girls’ curiosity without revealing too much, his calm demeanor and concise words earning him more than a few admiring glances.

"What’s your ranking? Are you in the top 100 of the freshmen?" Evelyn asked, her eyes gleaming with curiosity.

"The freshmen class is supposed to be really strong this year," Kara added, leaning forward slightly. "You must also be pretty powerful, right?"

Before Astron could respond, Maya coughed lightly, catching the attention of the table. Her expression remained neutral, but her sharp gaze betrayed her intent. Knowing Astron, he would likely downplay his abilities as he always did, and she wasn’t about to let the conversation steer into unnecessary humility. ṝâꞐȱ฿ĘＳ

"Rankings are not always a true measure of someone’s ability," Maya said smoothly, her tone even but firm. "Astron has more than proven himself in other ways."

Astron glanced at her, a flicker of amusement in his violet eyes that was gone as quickly as it came.

"Hmm? Really?"

Evelyn tilted her head, her skepticism plain on her face. "Really? If he’s not all about rankings, then what makes him so special?" Her tone wasn’t harsh, but the curiosity carried a hint of challenge. "You’re not exactly the type to sit with just anyone, Maya."

The others nodded, Kara’s lips curving into a teasing grin. "Exactly. What’s the story here, Maya? There’s gotta be something more."

Astron remained unfazed, his calm gaze sweeping across the table. "I’m just a junior," he said simply, his tone betraying no emotion. His answer, however, only seemed to fuel their curiosity.

Evelyn sighed dramatically, leaning back in her chair with an exasperated look. "You’re no fun... mysterious guy." She folded her arms, but there was a twinkle of amusement in her eyes.

Just as the conversation seemed to hit a lull, Kara’s eyes widened as if she’d suddenly remembered something. She leaned forward, her gaze zeroing in on Sylvie, who had been quietly eating her meal, trying her best to blend into the background.

"Oh my... how rude of us," Kara said with a dramatic gasp. "We’ve been so caught up grilling him that we forgot to introduce ourselves."

Lila perked up immediately, her cheerful energy returning in full force. "You’re absolutely right! We’ve been so focused on Astron that we didn’t even notice her. Sorry about that!" She directed a bright smile at Sylvie. "What’s your name, cutie?"

Sylvie froze mid-bite, her fork hovering in the air as her wide eyes darted between the girls. Overwhelmed by the sudden attention, she fumbled to respond, her voice barely above a whisper. "I... I’m Sylvie."

Maya stepped in smoothly, her composed tone cutting through the growing energy at the table. "This is Sylvie," she said, her voice calm but carrying an air of finality. "She’s also a junior and a member of the History and Arts Club."

Sylvie’s shoulders relaxed slightly as Maya’s words drew the attention back to her. The girls, however, were far from finished.

"Oh, so you’re part of the same club?" Evelyn asked, her curiosity now directed at Sylvie. "That’s interesting. What do you guys even do in that club? Paint? Write? Gossip about history?"

Sylvie blinked, unsure how to respond, but Amelia spoke before she could. "The club focuses on research and creative projects tied to historical events," she explained smoothly.

Evelyn leaned back slightly, crossing her arms with a playful smirk as she eyed Amelia. "That sounds like the direct definition straight off the club pamphlet," she teased, her tone light but mischievous. "But are you guys really doing anything that grand? Come on, Amelia, spill the real story."

Kara grinned, jumping on the opportunity. "Of course the club vice-prez would say that, wouldn’t she? Isn’t that right, Amelia? Aren’t you the vice-president of the History and Arts Club?"

Amelia’s cheeks flushed faintly, but she held her ground, her usual energy returning. "Well, yes, I am," she admitted, tossing her honey-blonde hair over her shoulder with mock grandeur. "But for your information, we do important things! We went on a trip last semester to explore an ancient city. It was fascinating, full of historical ruins, and we learned so much!"

The girls exchanged amused looks, clearly intrigued despite themselves. "Really now?" Evelyn said, arching an eyebrow. "That does sound impressive. What else do you guys do? Or is it just all history, all the time?"

Amelia shook her head, her enthusiasm unwavering. "Not at all! We also focus on art. Things like learning traditional dances, improving drawing skills, even working on some theater projects."

"Heeeeh... Dancing?" Evelyn’s eyes glinted with mischief as she leaned forward slightly, her gaze flickering briefly toward Astron before returning to Amelia. "That actually sounds pretty fun."

Astron, sitting quietly through the exchange, remained as calm and composed as ever. However, Maya didn’t notice a slight shift in Evelyn’s demeanor. Her blue eyes were narrowed, a sharp and unspoken warning passing between them.

Evelyn caught the glare and immediately leaned back with a sheepish laugh. "Cough….Let’s relax a little…."

Amelia, oblivious to the undercurrents, clasped her hands together with renewed energy. "Anyway, if any of you are interested, you should consider joining! We’re always looking for new members, and I think you’d all love the activities."

Maya shot her a brief, disapproving glance, and Amelia’s enthusiasm faltered slightly. "Or, you know... you can just admire us from afar," she added with a nervous laugh.

Sylvie, still quiet but visibly more at ease, offered a small smile. "It’s a nice club," she said softly, her voice steady despite her earlier shyness. "Everyone is very supportive."

Evelyn’s gaze softened as she turned her attention to Sylvie, a playful smile tugging at her lips. "You really are quite a cute junior," she said, her voice carrying an unexpected warmth.

Sylvie blinked, her cheeks tinged with a faint blush. "Oh, um... thank you," she murmured, her shyness evident.

Evelyn leaned forward slightly, resting her chin on her hand as she regarded Sylvie with interest. "You know, if you ever need help with anything—studying, club stuff, whatever—don’t hesitate to ask. I might not look like it, but I’m actually a pretty good student."

Sylvie hesitated, her wide eyes flicking toward Maya as if seeking reassurance. Maya gave a subtle nod, her expression calm, which seemed to bolster Sylvie’s confidence. "I’ll... keep that in mind," she said softly, managing a small but genuine smile.

"Good," Evelyn replied with a grin, clearly pleased. "I like juniors who are as sweet as you. We’ve got to stick together, you know? The school can be a jungle sometimes."

"Ahahaha….."

Sylvie managed a small smile.

Kara chuckled, nudging Evelyn playfully. "Look at you, playing big sister all of a sudden. Who knew you had it in you?"

Evelyn smirked, flicking a strand of hair over her shoulder. "Hey, I’m not all sass and sarcasm. I’ve got layers, you know."

The table erupted in light laughter, and Sylvie’s shoulders relaxed further, her earlier tension melting away. "Thank you," she said quietly, her smile lingering as she looked at Evelyn.

As the conversation continued, the atmosphere around the table grew lighter and more relaxed. Evelyn’s attention occasionally drifted back to Sylvie, her curiosity and fondness evident in the way she engaged with the younger girl. Sylvie, though still reserved, began to answer questions with a bit more confidence, her voice steadying with each response.

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