Zack forced a smile. "I was ready for it. Still, I was thinking that I'd only know if I was eliminated after the cultural studies class, so I'd still have some hope.
"This works too. After this, I can focus on the cultural studies subject, and later, I'll continue through the martial arts training course!"
Howard realized that his declaration had made the atmosphere somewhat heavier, so he could not help but say awkwardly, "I just heard about it from my dad and the others, so I can't be completely sure.
"Forget about that for now. Oh yeah, is it just me or is your room kinda small?"
"Hmm?"
"Xandrax, are you sharing a room with William?"
"Huh?"
"Tony and I are sharing a room, but it's slightly larger than yours…"
Howard was just trying to change the subject, but he did not notice ho
