September 5th
The black lily private High school, a private High school in the city of…I don't remember so I can't tell you. Even though it's a private school, the tuition is damn cheap. Thank you alternate universe for providing cheap and great education to the youth of today! Come on, it's very good, quality education! They need the money damn it, cause this universe doesn't have the traditional tax system that everyone makes fun of in the normal reality! He walks slowly, a black computer bag on his back although his computer is at home, chilling in peace. Eventually reaching the establishment. He stands in front of the stairs to the doors, looking up to see a man standing in front of the doors looking down at him with a stoic expression, an older man with blond hair and beard with a few gray hairs sticking out of his head and beard, a rather buff physique, not too big or too scrawny, very balanced. His attire is simple, just a classic business suit. Even though he's a teacher.
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He suddenly points up at him with his finger.
-You look like the type of guy who would abandon his two children and wife to fight against a monster that he accidentally released.
-…That's quite the interesting remark, and you look like one of the children that I would abandon.
Damn, a comeback like that is one for the history books, can he do any better than that?
-…Mr. Gainell right? My homeroom teacher for the year?
-That would be me, it's nice to finally meet you in person, those video calls don't really do you justice. But I don't recall you having a broken arm the last time we talked?
-I could say the same to you, I never thought you would have such an imposing physique but here we are. In fact, you're so imposing that I get the feeling that you're hiding something, are you the twist villain perhaps?
He says with an air of confidence while raising his voice dramatically.
-If I was the twist villain you would be the fake main villain that I would kill when revealing myself as the real main villain.
Holy shit! He outdid himself, he's the myth other myths consider a myth!
-…Let's just go to the classroom already.
-I see that you're choosing to ignore my appropriate answers to your remarks, do you have anything to say about that.
-…The last time we talked was near the beginning of summer. When my school year ended.
-I see, so you broke it during the summer. How did you break it?
-…
-So, you prefer to not disclose it to me?
-İt's really none of your concern.
He walks up the stairs and stops when he's next to him.
-Let's go.
-The classroom is actually pretty far away from here, so let's talk about something.
They start walking towards the Classroom, Mr. Gainell a few steps ahead as to lead him.
-About what?
-This is something that intrigued me ever since I read your application, in the quiz segment, when asked "what do you think of human relationships"; you answered "chains", if I may, I would like a detailed explanation as to why you gave that answer.
-…So there was a guy in my middle school, who he was, what he did and my relationship to him are stuff that I straight up refuse to tell you about. He believed that true freedom was a concept that existed thus it was the basis of his philosophy, he described human relationships and bonds as chains with poisoned spikes on them. The closer you get to someone, the more it hurts and the more it makes you miserable. According to his belief, human relationships were akin to torture and suffering, he said that in order to attain true freedom one must accept and embrace loneliness, breaking the chains of bonds and attain the highest level of solitude. My take on it is ,regrettably, a variation of this philosophy. Mine is on the basis that true freedom is a concept that doesn't exist meaning that the chains can never be broken, the closer you get to someone the more loose the chains get, it can still hurt you every now and then and some chains hurt more than others but becoming closer to other people, allows one to properly be happy accepting that bonds are what connect us together and help us become better people.
Mr. Gainell is surprised by this but at the same time seems confused and skeptical based off his expression.
-That is a fine take on human relationships, I'm very impressed.
-So what is your take on this?
-Me?
-You asked me didn't you? I think I have the right to ask you the same question.
-Mine isn't as good as yours but I'll try to explain it to you…Human relationships are like the center of an atom and the electrons that circle around it. You are at the center, and the people you meet and get to know are the electrons that circle around you. Some people have more electrons than others, some people don't have any electrons but the main thing to take away here is that the electrons can never properly approach you. Even though the relationship is very close, there will always be a good amount of distance between the two people, there will always be some type of boundary separating people from one another. Essentially, my belief on this subject is in direct opposition to your own belief.
-So you believe that humans can't get very close to one another? In what way?
Gainell caresses his thick mustache (forgot to mention beforehand) and looks thoughtful.
-I mean that in the sense that you can't properly understand another human being, every human being is fundamentally unique *no matter how basic they are*.
That part is meant to be a jab at someone but I'm not sure who.
-That fundamental uniqueness separates us to the extent that we become unable to understand one another leading to the barrier that puts that distance between us.
Woah there teach, you're spitting out philosophy like a third rate wanna be soundcloud rapper spits out bars, slow down a bit, our readers are gonna get confused. Or you're gonna piss off the guy that doesn't appreciate philosophy in anime or anime inspired media like this one and says to "just go read a proper book instead".
-İsn't that rather pessimistic, cynical even?
-Maybe, but I find that very ironic coming from you.
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-Even though you proclaim a positive philosophy like your take on bonds, you admit multiple times that you don't trust anyone and you look at everyone with a critical eye. Does "I used to have trust issues so I just abandoned trust" mean anything to you? Mr. my favorite saying is "don't trust, doubt"?
-İt's relatable damn it!
-Point is, you make It very clear that there's more to you strictly based off of your beliefs.
Chill teach, I know you don't look like the most traditional teacher but aren't you supposed to be the "supportive teacher that motivates his students through albeit unconventional means"? If you ask me you're just being a prick…I get the feeling that he heard my narration because he breaks out into laughter and looks very amused. Is something funny mister?!
-Man that was such a good reaction, don't worry I'm just messing with you.
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-…This is something that I do to almost everyone, I like acting like a stoic critical bastard and then have some fun before ending the bit…So what did you think?
-Become an actor, clearly teaching isn't what you're meant to do.
-If I'm not meant to be a teacher then why is my salary 70k a year?
Oh come on! How come this pretentious hipster gets paid more than the average teacher, this in an unwinnable battle, damn adults and their seemingly never ending amount of experience. Even the most seasoned exp farmers have more respect than that! Oh yeah, even in this alternate reality most teachers have a shit salary, some things are just not meant for change you know?
-But I did feel kind of bummed out when I told you my philosophy. I was finally supposed to have an assistant this year and I got real close to him, he was an incredible guy, but he just had to go to Africa to take care of something! And he will only come here around new year. Such a tragedy, I actually felt like I was so close to him.
-Wow. İ cared so much about that random throw-away line.
-Oh it seems we have reached the classroom, wait here I'll call you when I'm done.
-You know you're so damn unconventional I would go as far as calling you sketchy…from now on I'll call you sketchy teach!
-Sure do whatever if it pleases you.
Sketchy enters the classroom, and begins talking, it can be heard through the door.
-What's up kids? How was your summer vacation, did you guys have fun slacking off? Anyways I welcome you to your last year of High school, this is the final stretch, after this you'll be adults, get jobs, make difficult decision, contribute to society and hopefully mature a bit. Remember, you shouldn't devote everything to studies, you guys are still kids and need to have fun, not everything is dependent on grades so don't worry get good grades have fun and enjoy your last year of High school, these will be your cherished memories in the future so make the most of it k? And this is the most important thing I'll ever tell you, you can ignore every lecture and anything else I say buy please don't ignore this. Childhood's end is coming. İt is an inevitable event that you can't run away from, even though it seems like the end of the school year is still very far away, time will pass by and at the end of the school year, most of you will have to say goodbye to most things whether you want to or not. İ'm not saying this to scare or pressure you into doing what I tell you to do, even though some of you won't believe this, it's my greatest wish that when childhood comes to an end, you won't have any lingering regrets and you can smile as it ends. The saying that pisses me off the most is "don't cry because it ended, cry because it happened". There is no other saying that I hate other than this one, I find it repulsing that telling someone that crying because it ended isn't acceptable and you should cry instead because it happened. There is nothing wrong with crying when something ends, because everything comes to an end eventually. Of course you should appreciate it because it happened, of course you should reminisce fondly on it because it happened, of course you should love it and cry over it because it happened. But there's nothing wrong with crying over it because it ended, in fact you should cry because it ended, be it tears of joy or sadness. İf you just cry because it ended, you will be happy. Because then you will understand how much it truly meant to you. İ'll say it again for one last time, childhood's end is fast approaching and you can't stop it, it's inevitable but it's because of that that childhood is so important. İ hope that the tears you cry will be able to extinguish any lingering regrets you may have had. Oh and for my male students, don't undermine what I told you just because it involves crying, tears aren't reserved exclusively for girls.
The class laughs and goofs off, hyping up the teacher and making snarky remarks.
-Oh but this year is extra special to me since something that I had never thought would happen procured. A student transferred here to finish up his last year of High school, this is a very rare occasion so I hope you get acquainted with him, you can enter now.
He sighs and opens the door slowly, entering the classroom, to be greeted by silence and a mix of confused, flabbergasted and even mocking faces.
-My name is Ven…Sinclair, yeah that's it, it's…nice to meet you.
Ven finishes his introduction briefly and stays silent for a solid 5 seconds.
-A very good and detailed introduction Ven, now take your seat, it's right in-front of the empty seat at the back next to the wall.
Ven sighs once again and walks over to his seat, as the teacher explains the curriculum and the periods for the year, unimportant stuff really.
-Hey.
A menacing and seemingly grumpy voice, Ven doesn't think much of it, and just notices that he zoned out and everyone is leaving.
-Hey!
Ven turns his head and sneaks a glance at the direction of the voice, noticing the guy sitting next to him is looking at him.
-Yes, you!
Ven finally looks at him and- OH MY DAYS, what the hell is up with this guy? İ know I called sketchy teach a pretentious hipster before but I meant that as a joke, this guy is the legit pretentious hipster! He's a tall guy, not very tall but his height is something most girls wouldn't complain about, he has black sunglasses that are thicker than the average sunglasses, it doesn't allow anyone to see his eyes, probably even from a side-view. He has piercings on his ears and lips, not anything too extravagant but simple and metallic. And this is the real kicker, his majestic fucking hair! A mane! Yeah no you read that right, a mane. And not a traditional mane like most b-tier Hollywood actors from the 2010s, a lion's mane, a massive and majestic hairstyle that, if you still didn't properly understand, THAT LİONS HAVE. Oh but it doesn't end there because why would it? He's also wearing a purple shirt with potentilla flowers on it, except that they're black. it resembles a Hawaiian shirt except with flowers that is clearly meant for the summer season that looks like it could be worn by a certain mediator who doesn't save you but lends a hand instead. But at this point who gives a damn? Along with black cargo pants and neat sneakers, the expensive kind that random people would come up to you and say it's looks "fresh" and "stylish".
-…Yes?
The guy smirks slightly and leans down a bit.
-What is your opinion on bikinis?
End of chapter