The following day, as the examination concluded, Leone was already waiting for Vivian. "You're here quite early," she remarked, retrieving her bag from the locker. After securing it, she looked at him for a response.
"I managed to finish ahead of time," Leone explained, and they began their walk together.
"Was the exam tough for you?" Vivian inquired.
"Somewhat," Leone admitted. "But I managed to work through many of the questions, all thanks to your help," he added. Their stride came to a sudden stop when they encountered the familiar group of girls.
"Madelyn requests your presence in the Arts Department's common room," the leader stated to Vivian.
Leone responded firmly, "If Madelyn wishes to speak with Vivian, she should come to the elite's lounge."
The girls, unable to counter Le
