C67 You Smile like a Knife

Everyone was dumbfounded.

The vast clearing was suddenly enveloped in an eerie hush.

The looks cast at Shiba Taku took on an air of disbelief.

Just a day earlier, the Shinoreijutsuin had celebrated its new student entrance ceremony.

And now, Shiba Taku was announcing his intention to apply for early graduation in just a few days.

Wasn't that just insanely absurd?

"Shiba Taku