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The 98th Sunshine [First Year]

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Meet The "KaleidosQuad"

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*Exhaling dramatically*

I swear, people here hate me.

No, really!

What else could it be?

Is there a giant neon sign on my forehead saying, "Dump all your problems on me"? — Huh!?

First, it was the freshman greeting chaos. "Oh, could you escort the new students, please?" Sure, no problem, happy to help! Then, "Hey, we need someone to announce the assembly schedule—oh wait, you're good at projecting your voice!" Fine, whatever. Then, "Oh, hey, can you also deal with the missing key situation?"

(He throws his hands in the air.)

And then, then, the cherry on top—someone asks me if I can fetch the student council's emergency snacks because "I know where the stash is." Snacks! Do I look like a human vending machine?

(He leans forward, clutching his head dramatically.)

And you know the worst part? I haven't pulled a single prank today. Not one! Not even a whisper in someone else's voice, no fake announcements, not even a classic disappearing pen act. This is cruel. This is torture.

(He straightens, fixing his tie with newfound resolve.)

But now... my shift is over. My duty as the Student Council's beloved workhorse has ended for the day. Which means—

(His eyes dart across the campus. He spots a new student. His gaze sharpens, and a slow grin spreads across his face.)

Ah, my next target.

Well, guess today wasn't gonna be a total waste. *wink*

...🇰🇷 Cause what is life without a little bit of mischief 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿...

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(Rolling her eyes for the millionth time today)

If I had a dollar for every time he did something infuriating, I wouldn't even be here. I'd be in a peaceful somewhere, sipping mango juice and not dealing with him.

*Exhale*

Why do I put up with this clown?

He gets on my nerves... He gets on everyone's nerves. That's literally his life Goal.

But honestly? I think he knows better than to really cross me.

Last time he tried? I deadlifted the guy off the ground until he begged for mercy. You should've seen the look on his face—priceless.

(Despite herself, a smirk tugs at her lips before she quickly shakes it off.)

But today's not the day for his nonsense. We're supposed to be making sure this entire operation doesn't crumble. New student orientation, schedules, safety patrol rotations—it's like herding cats, only the cats are hormonal world-class genius teenagers with no concept of full personal responsibility.

(Leaning forward, she cracks her knuckles.)

I swear if he pulls one of his pranks during all this chaos, I'll personally eject him from campus—and I'll smile while doing it.

(She spots him grinning mischievously after his shift ended, walking to his new found target.)

(She storms forward, her ponytail swishing.)

"Theo! Don't even think about it—"

(He winks at her.)

Oh, it's on.

...~•~...

Deep breath in, soft smile out.

Ah, the calm before the storm.

Walking my little sister, Jisoo, across campus—just a lovely simple task.

But how those two are? They're busy at the central, aren't they? Good for them. ^~^

I wouldn't want them to be overworked. But I hope they're busy enough to not start World War 4.

...Evie and Hyun...

...Tom and Jerry, live-action edition....

If they aren't fighting over snacks, they're fighting over who deserves me more.

Hyundae insists he's the best little brother candidate—Even though he's older, go figure.

Meanwhile, the Ivelle refuses to let me 'adopt' him because apparently, she doesn't want to share her friend like that...

And that's why even my actual little sister, Jisoo, has decided that Hyundae—is a rival.

Honestly, it's cute—until it's not.

I love them both, I really do. But why can't they just love each other, too?

*Sighs*

Well, they do love and care about each other... They know they do.

Just admit it already, oh my gosh! But of course not. That would be too easy.

And heaven forbid I pick a side. Because they'd stare at me like I betrayed their entire bloodline.

It's exhausting.

(She glances at Jisoo, who's gripping her sleeve while walking.)

Still, I wouldn't trade them for the world. Hyundae, with too much time in his pockets and that surprisingly sharp brain he likes to hide behind spark. And Ivelle, with her fiery temper and soft puppy heart she forbids the world to see.

(Smiling softly to herself.)

They're both wonderful. Just... chaotic.

(Jihye pats her sister's head as they continue walking, her serene smile stayed in place.)

...🇰🇵 Peace is precious, but sometimes it needs a firm hand 🇰🇷...

...~•~...

(Adjusting his clothes, softly exhaling)

So... I got the most underrated job in the whole council.

It suits me.

There's always something—student complaints, lost property, cafeteria chaos, forgotten schedules, you name it. If there's a problem that doesn't fit neatly into anyone else's department, guess who gets it?

(Me. It's me.)

But I'm not complaining much. It's not like I really mind.

(He pauses, glancing down at the folded paper star in his hand, smiling softly.)

She always says I don't need to make these, but I like to. It's... grounding, I guess.

(He pockets the star carefully.)

I'm still not sure how I ended up with her. Ivelle Rowena Schwarzenberg.

The strongest, fiercest person I know, and she chose me? Me, who can barely stand my ground. Who can't get through a meeting without apologizing for something?

(Shaking his head, a small laugh escaping.)

Sometimes I wonder if she knows how much she holds me together.

And Hayes? Oh, I see through him. That wink-wink-nudge-nudge Cupid act—he didn't even try to be subtle, but as discreet as a firework show.

(Smiling wider.)

Still, I'm grateful. I don't mind his chaos.

And then there's Moon Ji Hye, the 'adult' we need. Always making sure I don't burn out.

They're... a lot, this squad.

Is it even a squad? • • • Nope. Not quite.

...🇳🇴 Whatever this is... I'm cherishing it forever after 🇬🇷...

...~•~...

(Ivelle pauses, catching sight of him approaching from the opposite direction, calm as ever, a quiet smile on his face.)

. . . Oh.