~1 : An Ordinary Day

"Another ordinary day..." I stare out the window beside my seat, watching the clouds constantly shift about in the sky.

My name is Yui Tachibana, my life is pretty much the same each day. Nothing fascinating happens, especially in this school. If I were to be described in one sentence, I would say I'm one of those extra characters you see in shows, completely out of people's eyes as just one of those in the background.

I was often the odd one out of my class. I never engaged in making friends, and when someone does try to approach me, they sometimes think I'm uninteresting and, well, boring.

I sometimes think it's my fault, all because I don't really know how to socialize very well, more so to evenly express my feelings openly. I feel that if I reveal too much of my emotions, I would end up hurt one day. Just the thought of it scares me.

Now, with my life right now, I am perfectly content with just being the background character. But, "What if... I was in an anime?"

The school bell rings, signalling that it was time for P.E class to begin. I raise myself up from my seat, following my classmates silently from behind as we head towards the Gymnasium.

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Afternoon | Gymnasium

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I huddle myself by the bench, watching some of my classmates freely stretch by the side of the pool, while the rest playfully play tag in the water. I let out a sigh, hoping for this day to end so that I could watch anime and eat snacks back at home.

"Tachibana-san, hurry up and stretch with your classmates." spoke the P.E teacher, eyeing me badly for lazing by the bench. I saunter my way to where the others were stretching, somehow distancing myself just a bit away from them as I follow the usual warm-up routine.

The teacher soon blows the whistle, "Alright, class! Today we'll be doing three laps today in the pool. Hurry up and form yourselves into four groups."

My eye twitch, this is what I hate about P.E. class, almost everything we do must be in a group. I watch as others hastily form groups based on where their friends are, leaving only but myself available. The teacher spots me, letting out a sigh as he scratches the back of his head. "You again, Tachibana-san. Well, since you have no group again, go join group four since they lack one more person."

I bob my head once, following the instruction of my teacher. I could hear the whispers of my classmates who were in group four as I approach them, trying my best not to hear whatever it is they were gossiping about. I kept my eyes down, staring at the pavement as I await the teacher's go signal to start.

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One Hour Later | Gymnasium

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"Great work, everyone! Seems you guys have build enough stamina. For next week's class, we'll try doing five laps!" says the teacher, giving out a hearty laugh as students simultaneously express their weariness for next week's activity. Finally…! P.E. is over! I just have to survive one more class before I could enjoy my weekend of pure anime!

I swim back to where the pool steps were, watching as everyone was already heading to the changing room. Just then, my foot started to cramp badly. I felt myself sinking, unable to swim further or to even float for my own safety. My vision blurred with the water constantly getting into my eyes, I tried to let out at least a call for help, but only water filled my throat. "H...elp!" I choke.

But everyone had their backs turned from the pool. Soon, I felt my energy deplete from my body. I shut my eyes close, letting the water drag me down as I sink further in. Of course... It's no surprise that no one will save me... No one even remembered that I was in the pool, even the teacher didn't notice... Also, I never imagined that this is how I'd die... If only I wasn't a background character in the eyes of many, maybe someone would have noticed me... If only this were an Anime, then perhaps I wouldn't be like this at all...

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"... Hanako... Hanako-san!" My eyes flew open, seeing the white ceiling staring down at me. Huh...? What was that just now...? Did I dream of drowning in the pool just now...? I turn my attention to my bedside, seeing three unfamiliar girls, all teary eyed.

One of the girls gently holds onto my free hand, "You're awake, Hanako-san...! Thank goodness...!" A-Am I still dreaming...?! Moreover, why do they keep calling me Hanako-san? I scan the room, having noticed this is the infirmary room, but this doesn't look at all like the infirmary room of my school.

I prompt myself to sit up, casually trying to get up. "H-Hanako-san, are you sure you're feeling better? Wouldn't it be best for you to rest?" I open my mouth, trying my hardest to reply. "I-I'm fine..." P-Phew, other than reciting in front of the class, this is the first time I've actually talked to another person. I'm so nervous...

"Well, if you say you're okay, then I guess it's fine. Besides, you have those four majestic princes to protect you after all! They'll make sure to make that person pay to whoever did that to you, Hanako-san...!" said the other girl, all pumped up from her thoughts. As I stood, the word 'Majestic Princes' rang inside my head. The four majestic princes...? Why does that title sound so familiar...

"Oh no, last period is about to begin! We should head on back to the classroom. Let's go!" said the girl who had long black hair. I watch as the three of them start their way back to class, only to look back at me. "Let's go, Hanako-san!" My eyes widen, watching as they dart a smile at my way. I nod my head once, following behind them. For some reason, this feels really nice...

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Late Afternoon | Class 3-A

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As soon as we arrive inside, the people in the class directs their stare at me, worry plastered in their faces as they meet my gaze. "H-Hanako-san! You're safe!" "Hanako-san! We were so worried about you!" "We thought you wouldn't make it, Hanako-san!" To get all this attention... This Hanako person must be really popular with everyone…

Somehow, I was able to locate what seems to be 'Hanako's desk', seeing such girly and beautiful notebooks placed neatly on top. Hanako... Ito? I swear I've seen this name before. 

Soon, the classroom door opens. I shift my attention to find an extremely handsome person; chestnut brown hair, eyes the same hue as honey, and a very tall physique, it's hard to believe such a student here is this godly in terms of looks. Surprisingly, he ambles at my direction, his gaze fixated on me that it was hard to look away. In a matter of seconds, he was just a meter away from me.

Seeing him up close, he resembles someone in an anime I've been watching. Wait... Anime? I analyze his name tag, seeing his name 'Yuki Ikeda' made me remember everything that I have forgotten all this time! This person standing in front of me... is from one of the four princes of the Majestic Princes of the Top #1 Romance Anime - My Wonderful Life! If my theory is true, then that means... I'm inside an Anime?! 

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