Upon entering the auditorium, I got many looks of disgust. I was kind of used to it because I can’t change how I looked. Honestly, a commoner with white hair and red eyes attending a noble academy. If it weren’t for Alexandra, I would have mistaken myself as the main protagonist.

Lord Raphael broke off from us and sat down with the other juniors. Lady Rium and I made our way towards the freshman section. As the assembly started, I heard soft whispers of people making fun of how I looked. I chose to ignore them and listen to the Dean of the academy. Once his speech was done, Prince Leonhardt took the stage. Prince Leonhardt should be in the same grade as Lord Raphael. I could also make out the other main characters that would play a big role for Alexandra.

My blood was boiling with excitement. Finally. I’ll finally get the entertainment I have been seeking for. This European-style society has been mentally draining for me. I need some drama and romance to recharge me. Sadly, I have been craving for some great anime and manga, but those don’t exist. I’ve tried to read some books, but they were so uninteresting. There were some romance stories that were promising, but the creativity in the world is quite low. My otaku self is dying here. It’s been nine years since I remembered my past life and I keep comparing it to my life now. Technology in my past life was much more advanced. I would have been better if this word had magic, but there was no magic in this story, so in other words, it's more like I traveled back in time than getting reincarnated in another world. I’m not complaining since I get a second chance at life, but can something at least happen? I’m so bored already.

“Reiré.”

“Huh?”

Hearing Lady Rium’s voice, I quickly snapped out of my thoughts to see everyone standing up. I looked at Lady Rium to see her signaling me to get my butt off the chair. I hastily stood up and blushed. I can’t believe I was so in thought that I didn’t even notice my surroundings. Nice one, Reiré, nice one.

The assembly ended with a bow and everyone left the auditorium. Lord Raphael met up with us once we were outside. We decided to go to the dining hall to get dinner together. The dining hall was so different from the high school cafeteria that I experienced in my last life. It was buffet styled and we could get as much as we wanted. It was pretty amazing seeing all these luxurious foods that I could never eat as a commoner. I really need to thank Lady Rium’s family somehow.

Just as I turned around, someone tripped me. I was more worried about the food than myself, so I quickly lifted my arms and fell face-first onto the wooden floor.

“Reiré!” I heard both Lord Raphael and Lady Rium call my name.

I turned my head so I could meet with their worried eyes and asked, “Is my food alright?!”

They both let out a sigh of relief and helped me up.

“Oh, did I hit something?”

Lady Rium glared at the person who tripped me. I didn’t recognize her, but she was dressed in an elegant dress. She has long brown hair and sharp brown eyes. Her face was twisted in a wicked grin. Since I didn’t recognize her, she must be some side character like me.

“How dare you trip my friend, apologize this instant!” Lady Rium demanded.

“Excuse you, I did no such thing. Why would I touch such an ugly existence anyways?”

Lady Rium looked so angry that she might actually explode. I should calm her down. “Lady Rium, it’s no big deal.”

“I’m surprised that they would let some commoner into this academy and such an ugly one at that.”

Ouch, that stung, but I expected this. Since these noble brats are so prejudiced against commoners that it was certain that I would get bullied. In fact, it would be strange if I weren’t getting bullied.

“You-!”

I quickly pulled Lady Rium back, so she didn't say anything. I can’t let Lady Rium fight my battles. She should have known this would happen if I were to attend this academy.

“I am deeply sorry for getting in your way. I was in the wrong.”

“Reiré! You-!”

“Sorry for cutting you off, Lady Rium, but I don’t want to start anything when I have just entered this academy. I understand that the snotty brat was being rude, but I don’t want to see you being upset for my sake.”

“Eh?”

“Eh?”

“Eh?”

Everyone was giving me a shocked look. “What’s wrong? Did I say something weird?”

“You! What did you just call me!”

“A snotty brat. Since you have yet to introduce yourself, I have no idea who you are. So I decided to call you a snotty brat.”

Her face turned bright red and everyone around snickered. “How dare you call me a snotty brat, you nobody!” She raised her hand to slap me, but Lady Rium pulled me back as Lord Raphael grabbed her hand.

“I won’t allow you to hurt my friend, Lady Laura,” Lord Raphael voiced.

“Tch!” Lady Laura ripped her hand away and stomped away.

“Are you alright, Reiré?” Lord Raphael asked.

I smiled and gave him a thumbs up. “I’m a-ok.”

“Really now, people can be so rude,” Lady Rium huffed out.

“It's to be expected with my status and how I look.”

“Don’t worry, Lord Raphael and I will protect you,” claimed Lady Rium.

“Ah, while I’m happy, please don’t.” Mainly because you’ll obstruct my encounter with a certain character I want to meet.

“You don’t want us to help you?” Lord Raphael asked.

“I don’t want to bother you two with this problem.”

“Reiré, it was us that wanted you to come to this academy. At least let us take care of you,” said Lady Rium.

“Thank you, but you’re already paying for my tuition. I can’t ask any more of you.”

“Reiré…”

“But… If I’m in any trouble that I can no longer handle, I’ll come to you.”

“Really?” Lady Rium said, still concerned.

“I promise! I’ll come to you or Lord Raphael when things get too out of hand.” I gave them both a bright smile to reassure them.

Lord Raphael sighed, “Alright. Please come to us when you need help. We are both here for you.”

“Of course! Now, let us eat! I’m starving!”

The three of us sat down and began eating. We forgot about the incident and discussed our choice of classes. It seems like I have some classes with Lady Rium and Lord Raphael, so we will see each other often. It’s too bad that Lady Rium and Lord Raphael don’t have any classes together. The three R’s are meant to stay together after all. I wish we all could have at least one class together. Oh well, it can’t be helped since Lord Raphael is two years ahead of Lady Rium and me.

Anyways, I can’t wait for tomorrow. Tomorrow is the day where the story begins. I will not miss any entertainment. I can feel my otaku spirit burning.