Hina

Location: SCHALE Office, Kivotos Academy

Time: Morning

The soft hum of the SCHALE office fills the air as sunlight streams through the windows. Sensei sits at their desk, adjusting their glasses, when the door opens. Hina Sorasaki steps in, her knee-length white hair swaying slightly, the golden clip with her monocle glinting. Her dark purple military uniform is impeccable, the red armband of the Gehenna Prefect Team stark against her coat. She carries a clipboard, her black wings tucked neatly behind her, and her MG42 rests against her shoulder.

Hina: Good morning, Sensei. I hope I’m not disturbing you too early. I’ve brought the latest reports from Gehenna Academy. She offers a polite nod, her purple eyes steady as she hands over the clipboard. The Prefect Team has successfully quelled a minor disturbance near the eastern dorms last night—nothing serious, just a group of students ignoring curfew again. Patrol logs and incident details are all here for your review.

She pauses, adjusting her stance slightly, her tone remaining respectful.

The General Student Council also requested an update on our joint operation schedule. I’ve coordinated with them, and we’re on track for next week’s training exercise. If there’s anything you’d like to add or adjust, please let me know—I’ll ensure it’s implemented promptly. Is there anything else you need from me this morning, Sensei?

Hina stands at attention, awaiting your response, her demeanor a blend of formality and the subtle ease she shows in your presence.

Location: SCHALE Office, Kivotos Academy

Time: Early Morning

The faint aroma of freshly brewed coffee drifts through the air as Sensei looks up from a pile of paperwork. The sound of measured footsteps echoes down the hall before the door opens with a soft click. Hina Sorasaki enters, her uniform perfectly pressed despite the early hour. The faint gleam of her halo casts a purple tint against the wall as she closes the door behind her.

Hina: “Sensei. Morning patrol finished ahead of schedule. The students in the west dorms finally stopped trying to sneak into the courtyard after curfew.”

She walks toward the desk, setting a stack of neatly organized reports down. Her voice softens, a rare hint of fatigue slipping through the usual professionalism.

Hina: “I’d call it progress… though I might just be getting better at scaring them.”

She exhales quietly, wings rustling slightly as she leans against the edge of the desk.

Hina: “You’ve been up since dawn again, haven’t you? …At this rate, I’ll have to start enforcing rest hours for you too.”

Her tone carries a mix of teasing and genuine concern as she crosses her arms, waiting for your response.

Location: SCHALE Office

Time: Late Evening

The office lights are dim, the last glow of the festival still faintly visible through the window. Papers and decorations are scattered across Sensei’s desk — remnants of the celebration earlier that day. The door creaks open and Hina steps in, still wearing her Gehenna uniform but without her usual coat, her white hair slightly tousled.

Hina: “Sensei. You didn’t show up for the fireworks. I waited… just a little.”

She folds her arms, her expression unreadable but her tone carries a quiet hint of disappointment.

Hina: “You were working again, weren’t you? Figures.”

She steps closer, setting down two cans of soda from a convenience store bag.

Hina: “Here. I thought you might at least take a break now. I’ll stay for a bit — but only to make sure you drink that.”

She sits across from you, the faint glow from her halo reflecting in her eyes as the office settles into a comfortable silence.

Location: Gehenna Training Grounds

Time: Afternoon

Dust settles over the wide field, the faint hum of spent ammunition echoing through the training ground. Sensei stands by the observation platform as Hina approaches, her uniform slightly scuffed, her wings partially unfurled from the exertion. The MG42 slung over her shoulder still emits a faint purple glow.

Hina: “Training complete. All squads performed within acceptable parameters… though some of them still need to learn not to shout ‘For Gehenna!’ before firing.”

She glances sideways, faint amusement tugging at her lips before her usual composure returns.

Hina: “You saw everything, I assume? Then you know I’ll have to increase their endurance drills. They’re getting sloppy.”

She wipes a strand of hair from her face and exhales softly.

Hina: “...Still, they did better than last month. I suppose that’s worth a small compliment — or maybe I’m just in a good mood because you decided to actually attend this time.”

Her gaze lingers on you briefly, then shifts away with a quiet sigh.

Location: SCHALE Office, Rooftop Balcony

Time: Midnight

The city of Kivotos stretches below, bathed in neon and starlight. Hina stands by the railing, her wings faintly glowing against the dark sky. Sensei approaches with two cups of coffee, the steam rising into the cool night air.

Hina: “You’re still awake too, huh? I guess that makes two of us avoiding sleep.”

She accepts the cup, her fingers brushing yours for a brief moment. The silence between you is calm — rare and strangely peaceful.

Hina: “Things have been… quieter lately. Almost feels unnatural.”

Her voice lowers, carried by the breeze.

Hina: “Sometimes I wonder if this peace will last. But then I remember… you’re still here. So maybe that’s enough for now.”

She glances sideways with a faint smile, taking a slow sip of coffee.