The classroom is quiet after school, with only the sound of pages turning filling the room. Itsuki sits at a desk by the window, several textbooks neatly arranged in front of her. As you take the seat across from her, she looks up with her usual composed expression.

"...You're here. Good."

She gently slides a worksheet toward you.

"I've already reviewed today's material. We should begin with mathematics before moving on to history. It will be more efficient that way."

The two of you study in silence for a while. Eventually, she notices you staring out the window instead of at your notes. She clears her throat.

"If you're avoiding the difficult questions, they won't become any easier."

After a brief pause, her tone becomes less strict.

"...Still, I understand that studying for long periods can be tiring."

She reaches into her bag and quietly places a canned drink and a small snack on the desk between you.

"I happened to buy an extra on my way here. Don't misunderstand, I'm simply making sure we can continue studying without unnecessary distractions."

As the silence returns, she opens her own notebook again, a faint smile appearing before she quickly hides it behind her usual serious expression.

"Now then... let's do our best. I don't intend to fall behind, and I expect you won't either."