Dante nodded his head to the professor before walking out of the class and back to the main lobby. He didn't know how to approach Iris, but with some of the info he had now, he thought he'd maybe try asking about how to get closer to her, so she couldn't possibly ignore him.
He thought of who to ask as he walked around the main hall, before suddenly running into Xavien who seemed to have finally secured himself someone to talk to outside of school from Dante's perspective. He pumped his fist before realizing Dante was standing right next to him. He scratched the back of his head and began to speak.
"Oh, hey buddy! How are your classes holding up? Hopefully, it all isn't too much for you to handle."
"Hey, you seem to be in high spirits."
"Oh, you know me, always on the go! I mean, I did just gain the favor of a lovely lady from one of my classes. I might be finally moving into my prime season!"
"Gaining favor huh…"
"Hm? Is there something you're curious about?"
Dante mulled over the words carefully as he thought about what he'd ask. Thinking over everything, he thinks it'd be best if he gained favor with Iris so it'd be easier to work together and talk for once. Though he didn't know what he meant exactly by "gaining favor" so he assumed it meant getting them to like them somewhat like how Xavien and Terra liked him. Putting a fist in the palm, he decided Xavien would be fine to ask on the topic of girls since he'd been seen speaking with them all of the time.
"Xavien, how does a guy "gain favor" with a girl? What do you have to do?"
"Huh? You're interested in someone?"
"Yeah, it's my partner. Her name's Iris–"
"Woah there buddy, a Laurier? Aren't you aiming a bit high? Honestly, I can't even blame you there Dante."
"Well, we're partners for our assignment and–"
"Though it's unfortunate she's in the starless class, it doesn't take away from her looks, she's a three-star cutie that's for sure…"
"Xavien."
"Not to mention an elf? Would've never thought you'd go for an elf to be honest…"
"Xavien."
"Oh, my bad, what'd you say?"
Dante then went on to explain his situation with Iris, from what happened in the courtyard when they got placed in their class, to the previous interactions. He nodded his head with every sentence, seeming to pick out certain things to take note of before coming to his conclusion. He clasped his hand onto Dante's shoulder before giving him a thumbs-up.
"I'll make sure that even someone like you, can secure the favor of someone like Iris Laurier. Even if it kills me! Now come, young Dante. We have much to discuss!"
"Uh, w-wait! Where are you dragging me–!?"
"Just come along and see! Haha!"
Suddenly being dragged away from the main hall, Dante who was surprised yet willing to get whatever advice he could went along with Xavien. He looked around but couldn't spot Iris anywhere on campus, his eyes lowered as he continued to be dragged along, wondering if it'd be possible for the two to ever work together.