Daily Dose Of Hydro's Life

Level 14: Made it to the Prom

[As Hydro approaches the classroom, his striking appearance continues to draw the attention of his peers. Ruby, Chelsea, Margot, and Bliss greet him with happy smiles, but Hydro hesitates, his steps faltering. Their expressions turn to confusion as Hydro stops in his tracks, his phone vibrating in his pocket. The number is unknown, and Hydro feels a pang of unease as he answers the call.]

CALLER: Hydro... This is Heartless. If you have any time to go on the Ferry Ship for prom... There's something I have to tell you.

HYDRO: What prom? What are you talking about?

[Hydro's confusion deepens, his mind racing to understand the cryptic message. Heartless's voice is cold, cutting through the confusion with accusations that sting like knives.]

HEARTLESS: Since you manipulated me onto some sort of emotion... Being suicidal... Faking everything to me just because I don't have interest about your stuff? There's more than that. You doxxed my friends on Discord, you doxxed me. Hydro, you talk too much. I hate to say it but, you're the most annoying person I have ever met. I never wished we met.

[The words hit Hydro hard, but he maintains a cold exterior, refusing to let the hurt show. He responds tersely, his voice barely above a whisper.]

HYDRO: Thanks, I guess.

[He immediately ends the call, staring at the phone in his hand as a mix of emotions swirl within him. He mutters to himself, trying to make sense of Heartless's accusations.]

HYDRO: I knew it was gonna happen... That day when I was in my main world... Why would Heartless say something like that...? I've never manipulated him.

[Hydro shakes his head, attempting to clear his thoughts, and takes a deep breath to calm himself. He makes his way to his original seat in the classroom. Ruby, Chelsea, Margot, and Bliss look at him with concern, sensing something is wrong.]

RUBY: Hydro, what's going on?

CHELSEA: Are you okay?

MARGOT: You seem... off.

BLISS: You can tell us.

[Hydro forces a small smile, trying to reassure them.]

HYDRO: It's nothing, really. Just some old drama catching up to me.

[He turns his attention to the window, gazing out at the beautiful view that almost resembles Japan. The serene scene contrasts sharply with the turmoil inside him, reminding him of how much he has changed.]

[As soon as Mr. Kuroiwa enters the classroom, the students rise and greet him with a chorus of "Good morning." Mr. Kuroiwa returns the greeting with a warm smile.]

MR. KUROIWA: Good morning, everyone. Please pass in the papers you received days ago.

[The students shuffle their papers forward, and Hydro finally hands in his assignment along with the others. Mr. Kuroiwa begins to discuss Japanese history, delving into the rich tapestry of the country's past.]

MR. KUROIWA: Today, we'll be exploring the Heian period, a time known for its court culture, poetry, and the emergence of the samurai class. It was during this era that the famous 'Tale of Genji' was written by Murasaki Shikibu. This period also saw significant developments in art and literature, laying the foundation for much of Japan's cultural heritage.