When They Are Heroes, A Person in Honkai Impact 3, Section 2

Bai Ge curiously surveyed Chiyou Academy.

Although according to the system's identity settings, he had already been studying at this school for wealthy people as a transfer student for some time, he had actually only truly stepped through the school gates today.

From the school uniform design to the architecture and decorations within the academy, everything was meticulously crafted. Bai Ge's assessment was that it was indeed a school for the children of the rich.

Oh? I'm rich now too?

Well, that changes things.

"Good morning, Bai Ge!"

"You're here early again today, Bai Ge!"

"Hi, Bai Ge, want to go to class together?"

Many people on the way greeted him. Bai Ge could only respond with a stiff smile and an awkward wave. After all, he didn't recognize any of them, nor could he recall their names.

And…

"Uh, why are only girls greeting me? It seems I'm quite popular."

[Ding, system notification: According to your identity settings, Host, your parents passed away, you own a car and a house, and possess considerable wealth. Even in Chiyou Academy, where most students come from wealthy families, your financial standing is among the more affluent.

Furthermore, based on your looks alone, over seventy percent of the opposite sex will develop a favorable impression of you.]

"It's great to be handsome, and it's great to be rich, heh heh heh~"

[Additionally, due to your excellent personality, background, and appearance, you are known within Chiyou Academy by the title 'Prince of Chiyou Academy'.]

"...I won't go crazy, I definitely won't go crazy." Bai Ge's footsteps suddenly froze.

His mood instantly soured. Although the nickname sounded embarrassing yet a little thrilling, Bai Ge couldn't help but picture the image of a certain savior hero.

His mood darkened even further.

Thinking that the other person also held the title 'Prince of Chiyou Academy', Bai Ge felt a pang of guilt.

"It's okay, it's okay. My mindset is so good, so positive and optimistic about life, how could I possibly go crazy? Impossible, absolutely impossible!"

While comforting himself like this, he seemed to have forgotten that the savior hero was also initially a sunny, cheerful, passionate, and naive young man.

Moreover, just like the encounter Bai Ge was about to have, in this place called Chiyou Academy, he would cross paths with a girl with purple hair and purple eyes.

Inside the second-year classroom.

"Oh ho, System, you're so thoughtful. Thank you. If this girl turns into a Herrscher, I'll be the first one to go, this is too close."

Upon reaching the classroom, Bai Ge stared in astonishment at the purple-haired girl not far away and muttered to himself.

Raiden Mei.

One of the "Big Three," the Thunder/Rice Herrscher.

She had long purple hair and light purple eyes, her hair tied up with a purple-spotted ribbon into a ponytail. She wore a black sailor uniform and long socks.

Bai Ge couldn't help but glance at her a few more times.

After all, he had only seen character models on his phone before. This was his first time seeing Mei in reality. He really wanted to give a thumbs-up because she was truly beautiful.

"Hm?"

On the other side, Raiden Mei also noticed his gaze and looked up blankly.

However, her eyes, which should have been strong and gentle, now lacked their usual sparkle, filled with turbidity, fatigue, and sadness, with obvious tear stains.

The current Raiden Mei was like a withered lilac flower, looking pitiful.

Seeing this, Bai Ge immediately understood the current time period. Kiana the "grasshopper" had probably not appeared yet, and Raiden Mei was going through a period of school bullying.

"School bullying, what a detestable phrase. I truly cannot understand those bullies."

If Bai Ge's current circumstances could be considered affluent within Chiyou Academy.

Then, half a month ago, Raiden Mei, even in this Chiyou Academy filled with the rich, could be considered the undisputed strongest queen.

She was the daughter of ME Corp.

Born with wealth and status beyond the reach of ordinary people, she had received the most elite education and training since childhood, and her appearance was also flawless.

Furthermore, Mei lived up to her distinguished background. Being exceptionally outstanding in all aspects, she naturally became the focus of the academy.

Becoming the most popular 'Queen Raiden'.

However, when Mei was indulging in the admiration and attention of her classmates, believing it to be true friendship.

Reality suddenly delivered a heavy blow.

Raiden Mei's father, Raiden Ryoma, the president of ME Corp, was recently exposed for alleged financial fraud and corruption. Not only was he dismissed from his position as president by the board of directors, but he also faced imprisonment, and his reputation plummeted.

However, before Mei could recover from the shock of her father's imprisonment, the "friends" who used to surround her also betrayed her.

Smiles turned into cold stares.

Praise turned into mockery.

Adoration turned into bullying.

Raiden Mei suddenly found herself without a place at the academy. Not a single one of her classmates, whom she had considered friends, remained by her side.

At that moment, Raiden Mei realized that the only reason these people were willing to be her friends was their greed for her family's wealth and power.

For the now-fallen Raiden Mei, no one wanted to play the friendship game with her anymore.

"Ah, how pitiful."

[Host, do you want to make a move? You can take down Raiden Mei effortlessly right now. During this most vulnerable period, all you need to do is show a little kindness, and she'll see you as special.]

"Hiss! System, you're not exactly being proper."

[Target Raiden Mei, age 17, weight 50kg, measurements 89/62/90, birthday April 13th… Success probability 97%.]

"Why are you suddenly saying all this?"

[Didn't you ask for all her information within one minute?]

"I didn't, I don't have it, System, you're framing an innocent person! And you're definitely not a proper system!"

Honestly, you didn't have to be so detailed.

This captain already knows.

It's all recorded in the Valkyrie dormitory files, and my current designation is Miss Pink Fairy.

Second update, seeking collections and flowers for the new book.

Chapter Three, Mei: Why is Bai Ge always looking at me? (Seeking collections)

'Why is Bai Ge always looking at me?'

Raiden Mei thought to herself, feeling a bit lost.

Her dim eyes held confusion.

Mei didn't know much about Bai Ge, only that he was her classmate and very popular.

In the past, when the Raiden family hadn't fallen and her classmates were still willing to be friends with Mei, the girls would often talk about Bai Ge, discussing how to confess to him after school without being rejected.

Of course, Mei wasn't interested in that.

With her strict upbringing, if she were to date a boy, her father, Raiden Ryoma, who was extremely doting on his daughter, would probably come after her with a knife.

In short, they shouldn't have had any interaction.

But now, Bai Ge was casting a 'burning' gaze at her. His light golden eyes seemed to be appraising something rare, shining so brightly.

Raiden Mei found it confusing but also a little strange. Ever since her family lost its influence, the gazes of her surrounding classmates had been filled with mockery, ridicule, and avoidance.

At this moment, Bai Ge's gaze was simply one of curiosity.

[Host, you've been staring for too long.]

"Huh? Really? Uh, what can I do? It's hard not to be curious when a game character you've been playing suddenly appears in front of you. I wonder if poking her now will trigger any new voice lines."

Bai Ge shrugged, still feeling excited.

[You still think this is a game? By the way, Raiden Mei is looking back at you. You two have been making eye contact for thirty seconds without saying anything. The atmosphere is a bit awkward.]

"Uh, okay, okay."

Sensing the gathering stares from those around him, Bai Ge also realized the subtle atmosphere. Sitting back down as if nothing happened probably wouldn't work.

So, he simply nodded at Raiden Mei and greeted her with a smile.

"Hi~ Good morning, Mei... Classmate Raiden."

"...Huh? Ah, yes, good, good morning."

"Phew~ Awkwardness resolved, as expected of me."

Without realizing the stir his greeting had caused, Bai Ge sat down and took out a textbook from his drawer, flipping through it curiously.

Meanwhile, whispers erupted around them.

Even Mei, who he had greeted, was surprised. For someone ostracized by everyone, even a simple greeting from someone was a rare and unusual occurrence.