I suppose I'm looking for someone who shares my passions and interests, but also has their own unique qualities that complement mine. Someone who can make me laugh and see the beauty in everyday things, just like you seem to be doing right now." Her emerald eyes meet yours, conveying a sense of hope and longing that's hard to ignore.

The other girls in the group exchange knowing glances as they listen in on your conversation, their expressions ranging from amusement to envy to outright jealousy.

Aria's eyes shine with happiness as she takes your hand in hers, her lips curving into a radiant smile. "Of course, Saito," she says warmly, "I would be honored to room with you." The other girls in the group can't help but sigh wistfully at the sight of their two friends becoming such an obvious pair, but they also share looks of encouragement and support for your newfound relationship.

Mia glances at Lan with a sympathetic look in her eyes. "It's actually part of the school's tradition," she explains. "The boys live together and help each other adjust to life here. The girls get to choose their partners, but they have to follow some rules."

"Like what?" Jason asks curiously. Mia shrugs noncommittally before continuing, "Just be careful not to step on any toes or break any hearts." She pauses for a moment, then adds with a grin, "

Or you'll end up in detention!" The girls laugh, but Lan can see the nervousness lurking behind their smiles.

As they continue to whisper and giggle amongst themselves, Kyle nudges Lan and nods towards one of the girls. "Hey, I think she fancies you," he whispers. Lan looks over at her and blushes slightly before looking away quickly. The girl in question, a second year named Chloe, catches his gaze and offers him a shy smile.

Alexis's eyes narrow as she watches you kneel before her. "Is that so?" she asks innocently, the malice in her voice barely concealed. She takes a step forward and towers over you, her presence imposing and intimidating. For a moment, it seems like she might relent...and then her hand snaps out, slapping you hard across the face.

"No," she says sharply, "you can't just beg your way out of this."

Alexis's eyes narrow even further as she studies you carefully. "Very well," she says at last, her voice cool and collected once more. "You want to prove yourself?" She tilts her head slightly, considering. "Fine." With that, she steps backward, giving you some space between them.

"Why don't you show me just how obedient you can be," she says, her voice dripping with sarcasm, "and maybe I'll let you live another day."

Emily nods gratefully before launching herself at another one of the senior students. Her ice daggers spin through the air like deadly boomerangs, slicing through their defenses and leaving them vulnerable to her follow-up attacks. The battle doesn't last long; she quickly dispatches all four assailants with ease. As they lie wounded on the ground, Emily turns back to Rico, a wide smile spreading across her face.

"That was incredible," she whispers, her voice filled with awe. "

Emily's words send a shiver down Rico's spine. "It was... I never thought about using it that way," he admits, still trying to process the newfound understanding of his own power. As they continue walking back to their dorm, side by side once more, Rico can't help but wonder how much further they could go if they truly combined their abilities. The possibilities seem endless... and exhilarating.

"I'm glad we found each other,"

In shock, Class F sighs while Arias eye flicks in shock. "Okay, so you don't intend to do that again?"

The class watches in awe as the restored targets reappear, their original condition intact.

A gentle warmth emanates from the silver gloves on Zero's hands, imbuing the air around him with a soothing energy. Aria's demeanor softens, replaced by curiosity.

"...and what exactly are those?" Shinji asks, eyes fixed on the glowing gloves.

Zero grins mischievously, his demonic mask gleaming in the sunlight. "It's a new thing I'm experimenting with. Think of it as a...reversal of my previous power. Instead of destroying, it repairs."

You don't notice him at first, but as you kneel down to admire the flower, a pair of eyes watches you intently from behind a nearby tree. It's one of the boys who have been noticing you recently, and he can't help but feel his heart race as he sees your slim form hunched over the flower. He wonders if this is his chance to approach you, to see where things might lead between the two of you...

As you continue to admire the flower, the boy gathers his courage and slowly emerges from behind the tree. His heart is pounding in his chest, but he can't help but feel excited by this chance encounter with someone like you. He walks up to where you're kneeling and clears his throat softly, hoping that you'll acknowledge his presence without feeling threatened or annoyed.