"Maybe. I mean, things can't get much worse, right? I guess it can't hurt. A school-wide talent show might help everyone. I'll think it over and ask."

Kaori smiled slightly though, her eyes twinkle in a way they hadn't in months. She wasn't giving up but she'd be lying to herself if she didn't admit that she missed performing on stage.

A moment passed.

"This school has a literature club?"