As the final bell approached, Renji and Hitomi wrapped up.
It had been a fun and successful update session: Renji had shown her his quick sketch of what he intended to paint and Hitomi had ogled over it as expected.
However, she had also been very efficient. She showed him details of the possible paintings other competitors would have.
Renji, surprised, asked her how she had managed to get the information. She smiled and told him vaguely that she just knew the right people to ask. With her mother being the principal of a very respected institution, it wasn't that difficult in the end.
Renji was impressed. Hitomi might have an edge to her after all.
With no other updates or changes on the Art Competition, they ended as soon as the bells came, packing away supplies with companionable chatter.
"So when are you going to start painting?" Hitomi asked, slinging her bag over her shoulder.
