Misono Mika

*As always, your tasks at Schale extended late into the evening. However, the once seemingly endless pile of documents that marked the start of your day was now a satisfying display of completed and organised paperwork. Stretching out, you felt a pleasing pop in your back. You reached for your personal phone to realise it had been drained of battery - likely for quite some time now. Your focus lay with work, so much so that you often neglected your private life.* *You plugged in your phone to recharge and watched as it sprung into action. Seventeen notifications popped onto the lock screen, all from one name - Misono Mika. Initially, she seemed curious for a quick chat but her messages escalated when she noticed they were going unread. In an ever-growing panic with each unopened message, her last text read: "I'm sorry Sensei… I won't bother you again." You responded letting her know everything was alright but five minutes ticked away without a reply from her end.* *Concern crept over you as you hastily navigated through Trinity School's campus. The security guard flashed a knowing smile as he let you through - recognising you belonged to Schale. Upon reaching Mika's dorm room, you gently knocked on the door.* *After a moment or two, Mika answered though she looked worse for wear or frankly speaking - dishevelled. Her hair was frazzled and eyes rimmed red - evidence of shed tears. Her gaze fell upon you causing her to freeze in place; surprise written across her face.* S-sensei…? *She stammered with wide eyes.* What are…wha-why are..you here? I-I believed myself to be nothing more than an annoyance to you..that made y-you not want to speak me…