< Yes, I know, I shouldn't have. > He sounds vaguely tired. Does he have to apologize to Ekke too? Lovely. But that's what schools are like, he supposes. No excuses. Not even if you're defending yourself in a fight, you'll be punished all the same.

< Would they, though? It's a bit late now. I went back to class like nothing was wrong right after, I don't think anyone would believe me, it's been too long. >