Shiniere felt better already with Tear's reassurance. He was actually quite the person for that, and seemed to be able to cushion the impact of her break in character rather well. She was pleased to know that she had such support to fall back on, and the tension that was within her would slowly ease itself away from her. That was when the projection started, and she saw the many different Shiniere projections all within the room and upon the screens. At first, it was a lot to look at; a room full of herself. With all the mental pressure on her about her own actions, it was hard to look at herself without thinking about her own flaws and imperfections. Still, she knew that this was just another obstacle she needed to overcome in order to be ready for the school and being the Head Mistress of the school. "... Me-ou..." she said softly, but confidently to herself, gathering her focus and concentration. That word and that title meant more to her than petty egotism, despite how it sounded. It was her resolve to keep going even in times of great distress. She collected herself, as well as the notes for the Veritas. She'd go over them a few times in her head, already knowing that they were clearly in order and organized. Tear always outdid himself, but fortunately, that just made things easier for people like Shiniere to get adjusted to these matters.

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"Good Morning, Class," Shiniere began, finally opening her eyes and gazing on the crowd of herself with determination, "This is the Head Mistress of Pandemia, your 'Me-ou' speaking." Introductions were always important, since no one knew who the head of the school was. "I have been assigned by the owners, Shinrona Tensei and Shintsuki Tensei, as head of this establishment. Tear Lacrimoso, of whom you may know as 'Mr. Lacrimoso,' or even 'Tear' to some more familiar, is my assistant and considerably my second part of eyes to watch over Pandemia as he has been. I know that we have never been formally introduced nor seen, but that is what this announcement is for." She would pause briefly to allow this information to register, then, when she believed enough time had passed for internal clarity, she would continue. "The sound of my voice and sight of my face over the school's broadcast system means that Class is about to begin, and I will be letting everyone know when and where."

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After that little bit of practice, Shiniere would look over to Tear. "How was that?"

Tear had been listening intently to Shiniere, his eyes closed, but his ears open. From keeping the eyes closed, one was able to sharpen other senses, and Tear would be able to hear more soundly in this manner. He would remain this way all the way until inquired about the performance, wherein Tear would open his eyes and say, "That was marvelous. You're more prepared than you think." Hopefully this sort of interaction would help her to see this and become more confident about her own voice and about being the public face of both Pandemia and the Veritas. "Would you like to practice a little more, or do you think you're ready to call for Class to be in Session?"

Shiniere became very pleased with herself, now able to look at her face a little better without being so disgusted by it. Even if she didn't show it, her own flaws showed clearly before her eyes and looking at her own face was doing nothing to help. Still, Tear's presence was just as comforting as she'd thought it would be. Shiniere only hoped that she could remain this way even when he was gone. "... Thank you. I think so, too," she said icily, seeming somewhat dazed. Her thoughts were still getting the better of her. So many faces, all of them hers. Memories of her own disdainful memories passed her by as she looked over each one, yet her face remained steely. "... No. I'm not ready yet." That was her answer to Tear's request to move on. She could tell that she wasn't and didn't want to go through with anything and risk making another mistake like last time. It had to be absolutely perfect, or else she'd have to think about it... and look at it every time she looked at her face.

"I think I should try another one," Shiniere would decide on her own, figuring that it was best for her, as Head Mistress, to begin being more certain of herself and enforce what was necessary to get things done. Her position and possibly future positions were all based around such things. She flipped through the neatly organized papers quickly, pulling up the next order of business that she needed to go over. "Jobs, right?" Shiniere slipped out the papers and started reading through them whilst she awaited Tear's advice and general response.

"Not before Class, Miss-Stress," Tear would jest somewhat casually. "Though it's good that you recognize that you certainly do need more improvement to be prepared for such a large position. That shows me a lot already." She was really trying very hard, but it was so clear in the tension in the air, which Tear would pick up on rather quickly. His lids lay low, coolly, as they usually were, gazing on loftily and somewhat dreamily. When he looked to his Me-ou and saw that she looked troubled and also felt that the wavelengths in the air were turbulent, he could tell immediately what she was feeling and why she was trying to hide it. "Taking responsibility is important, but also very strenuous when it's your first time. Don't you worry, Ojou-sama..." Tear bowed to her slightly, flashing his signature deadly nonchalant smile, "... I'm at your service." From there, Tear would continue on with his guidance, since it was already stated that the Head Mistress needed help.

"There are more to the 'Classes' than just the 'Sessions.' 'Class' is a dual term for first your own 'Education Course' at Pandemia and the actual Title itself once you become a Student under the 'Class' as an 'Education Course.' For example, those taking a 'Weaponry Class' would be under the 'Class' of 'Swordsman' or 'Gunner' and such. I've left notes about them and the complete list of 'Classes' on your copies, so it's best to review those beforehand in order to know what 'Classes' there are to choose from and what 'Classes' you can choose from for each 'Class Session.'" Many of the students already had preset, predefined or custom 'Classes,' but they were unlisted on the Class list. Tear would worry about those matters when it was time for him to continue on with his own work throughout the school. "And don't think you need to make these sorts of public announcements daily. Just when necessary. It will help condition the students to be more open-minded about where they go and what they do, and also alleviate time and pressure from you in order for you to get other things accomplished. I hope knowing that makes you feel a little more at ease." Tear was definitely trying to ease the air, as he was prone to do naturally, but he knew there were some things he couldn't just charm away.

"Well, that's a relief," Shiniere said aloud. Somehow, that put her at ease. Just get it right the first time and then they don't have to do it multiple times. Seems simple enough. "Ah. Here we are." Shiniere turned to the portion of the notes about 'Class' to the part where it spoke more about the 'Sub-Class.' That seemed like part of the curriculum that she needed to know, herself.

-Class and Sub-Class-

"You may have a Main Class and a Sub-class as of now, which shall be explained thoroughly to avoid confusion. The Main Class is the class you choose that you want to keep PERMANENTLY. This means that once you choose that Class, there is no going back and no changing it. A Sub-Class, however, is an interchangeable class that you can choose to have or not to have. Therefore, you do not have to have a Sub-Class if you do not want to, and can just stick to your Main Class. That is your First Course."

"You can change your Sub-class at any time you wish, as a Secondary Course. This means that at any time you wish, you can ask to have your Sub-Class changed or ask not to have one at all, or ask to have one if you already do not have one. This gives the Students a maximum of 2 Courses they are able to take at a time during their Classes at Pandemia when they are in a Session."

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That one came out a little more steadily. Good. That meant that Shiniere was getting broken in. That, too, put her at ease. "You know, I don't think this is so bad," she finally said, smirking a bit, "Finally get to do things MY way for once, you know?" Her old haughty look suddenly sprang upon her face, thinking about her life goals getting accomplished. "Me~ou," she said to herself, clenching her hand tightly and triumphantly.

Tear could hear more strength and confidence in Shiniere's voice now as she spoke, as she was more accustomed, he knew. Hearing her become more sure of herself was rather lightening of his own spirits, and his signature deadly nonchalant smile beamed on his face. "Seems like you're finally seeing the full extent of your father's love for you now, hm~?" He pressed a finger gently upon his lips with a smiling face, saying in a kiddish manner, "Silly me~! Don't mind me~. Just saying things~!" He waved his hand to the side, awaying the scenario loosely in a rather aloof manner. "Anyway, that was definitely much better. I'm glad you took this extra time to practice. Perhaps, you may want to organize your own thoughts a bit and brush up on as much as you can, but really only focus on the 'Classes and Sub-Class' Announcement as your very first. Then, we can go from there and see what we need to work on." It seemed like it was the most logical solution. "What do you think? Do you want to continue, or do you believe that you're alright to be on your own?"

In the midst of her triumphant thought, Shiniere would hear Tear's words and gasp suddenly in some sort of state of both disbelief and realization at once. She turned to Tear fluttering himself about trying to cover up the subject, and her eyes started to water. Her clenched fist started to tremble violently. "Fucking..." she grumbled, her eyes flashing crimson, "Khrona." Shiniere slammed her fist on the desk once, already seeing what had to be done. "... Yes, actually, that will be all, Mr. Lacrimoso. I have much contemplation to do on my own now." Shiniere hunched over on the desk, locking her glassy-gloved fingers together and placing them over her mouth for a profound 'Gendou Ikari' look. "But thank you for your services." She couldn't help but smirk under her breath, the fire in her eyes for conquest burning again. It seemed like her father left her a little path in his footsteps, and now that she could trace his steps, she was already going for the top. She hadn't forgotten a thing since that time where she went to see him during his metamorphosis process and ended up having to save the Dusk. In fact, it was all too vivid a memory. To think, though, that it would all lead up to this moment was way beyond Shiniere's foresight. "Thank you, Mr. Lacrimoso," Shiniere would say, turning to look at him with her now ambitious eyes.

She would never be so blind again.

Tear shook his head, blushing a bit, "Ahahaha~!" The flustered Tear fluttered his sleeves around a bit, as if he were embarrassed slightly. Eventually, he got himself together and bowed again to Shiniere, looking her in her eyes with endearment at seeing the spark rejuvenated in her icy heart after all this time, just like it was said. This soothed his spirits. "Yes, Mistress," Tear would say, rising from his bow. After he was dismissed, he would walk off with a smirk of his own on his face... One of both anticipation and delight. "Good luck~!" He rushed off to do his daily toils about Pandemia and make his minor adjustments to the mechanics as necessary.

Once Mr. Lacrimoso was dismissed and the Head Mistress collected her thoughts, she felt there was a shift in the air. A great disturbance that was emanating through the Veritas by movement of the Family. This meant that many things were going to change; a lot that the normal populace of the cities respectively wouldn't understand. Though the College would be left as it was, the City was soon to be infested with the Spirits during the Spiritual Battle, if everything was happening as it should. As soon as the Pumpkinhead moved, the entire room would turn red and Shiniere would be cast into the 'Red Alert' state of her quarters.

"Evacuate The City" were the first words that came out of her mouth over the loud speaker, where only those who knew what to do in this situation would do for her when the alarm of the Pumpkinhead was sounded. "The Hunt Is About To Begin." All of the people in the Delta that were not kept by the College would have to leave the City so that the streets could be cleaned, and then they would be brought back in to see what their new City would look like. However, the ignorant masses needed to be out of the city and only know that the evacuation was because of something they could not understand nor comprehend, and therefore following the militant order issues by the Queen of the Delta, the Me-ou, would have to go under way.

"Sound 'The Siren,'" she'd say, already knowing exactly what had to occur. "The Pumpkinhead Will Know What To Do From There." Afterward, the Me-ou's voice would be set up over the loudspeaker intercom system that was set up throughout the Delta (*Evangelion Style) and a special 'Emergency Public Service Announcement' would be broadcast live from the 'World Chambers' where she rested. From there, her Hands would heed her absolute orders, as would the entirety of the City of the Delta through them and she, herself.