Chapter "FaceOff"

As they approached, Hamlyn positioned himself in front of Tatsuya. Sheryl interjected, "Tatsuya, meet my friends."

Tatsuya nodded, acknowledging them. "They're all my classmates," he remarked.

Fredy stepped forward, introducing himself, "I'm Fredy, from Class 1C."

Hamond followed suit, stating, "I'm Hamond." Henry chimed in, "And I'm Henry.”

Tatsuya smiled warmly and addressed everyone, "Nice to meet you all." His gaze then shifted to Hamlyn, who was steadfastly staring at him, capturing everyone's attention.

Hamlyn extended his hand for a handshake and began, "Hi, I'm Hamlyn, and I am Sheryl's—" Before he could finish, Sheryl swiftly interjected, grasping Hamlyn's arm, and declared, "He's my best friend.”

Hamlyn's expression hardened with anger as he glanced at Sheryl, while Hamond, Henry, and Freddy wore expressions of confusion.

Sheryl reiterated firmly, "Yes, he's my best friend."

Turning his attention back to Tatsuya, Hamlyn's gaze remained fixed on him.