Ayato and Julis were on their way back to their dormitory after finishing their classes for the day when they were suddenly confronted by a group of students from Queenvail Girls' Academy.

"What do you want?" Ayato asked, feeling a sense of unease wash over him.

"We heard you've been causing trouble for our classmates," the leader of the group said, her tone accusatory.

"We haven't done anything of the sort," Julis said, stepping forward to stand by Ayato's side.

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"Don't play innocent," the leader spat. "We know you're in cahoots with the Phoenix Brigade. You're trying to upset the balance of power in the academy."

Ayato and Julis exchanged a quick glance, both of them knowing the accusations were baseless.

"We have nothing to do with the Phoenix Brigade," Ayato said, his voice firm. "We're just trying to live our lives and pursue our goals."

"Save your lies for someone who cares," the leader said, her expression hardening. "We won't let you cause any more trouble."

With that, the group of students from Queenvail Girls' Academy launched themselves at Ayato and Julis, their weapons at the ready.