Classroom of the Elite Vol. 11.5

But if not set as it should. There is a possibility the two will end without
meeting each other.

When in the midst of anxiety like that ...

"If you wish, I want you to convey my message to Suzune, 'the 31st at
noon I am waiting for her in front of the main gate' like that."

"Isn't it better to say it yourself ... Even now you still have time right ...?"

If there is a desire to meet, then that's good. I think Horikita might fly over
immediately.

"In that case, She may not be able to be frank, so I hope you can convey it
to her well."

"This may be counterproductive. If I told her, she might not come." That's
because there are parts of her that conflict with each other.

"At that time, Suzune will make the choice."

"Is this really okay ?" He answered right away while I was confirming it.

"It's okay. I'll leave it to you."

Well, if I don't have to take responsibility and just tell her, then there is no
reason to reject it.

Besides, if Horkita heard this, 8 or 9 out of 10 she would definitely come.

The snow has started to melt huh ...

(TLN: the term that kiyo once discussed about the starting of the
harmonious relationship between the two brothers.)

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"I actually want to talk to you longer, but I have plans after this."

It looks like he was invited by his juniors.

It seems that today he wants to forget things like siblings and spend it as a
student.

"Besides, you also don't want meaningless conversations that extend
right?"

"This is also true"

Although no longer popular. He is still striking for a former student
council president.

"If you wish, I want you to also come to see me on the 31st."

"I'm not good at saying goodbye in front of many people."

"Don't worry. On that day I didn't call anyone but you and Suzune."

Then it's okay, I nodded slightly to accept it.

"Forgive me..."

Leaving this sentence, Horikita's brother left.

I have no business anymore to stay here because the only grade 3 student
Horikita's brother whom I can talk to has left.

I'll just go home ...

"Ayanokouji-kun ... If you want... Want to go home together...?" In a
place like this, the one who called me turned out to be Hirata.

As I said before, it was confirmed he was also one of the students who

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greeted many third-year students.

"Is that okay ...?"

"Yes. Although today is graduation day, there are many senior students
who remain at school for the next few days. People who are close seem to
have held separate farewell parties."

Hirata must have also received an invitation to such places.

At least April 5 is the limit for grade 3 students to remain in this school.

Of course, during the next few days the students will complete their
preparations to leave school.

There should be a little time left, it is estimated that they are basically
ready.

There is no reason to reject it. So me and Hirata returned together to the
dormitory.

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Part 7

I decided to return with Hirata. After passing through the convenience
store Hirata turned towards me.

Then ... Without saying anything he looked at the front once more.
Something like that, Hirata kept repeating it for the past few minutes.

It seems like he's trying to find the right time to start a conversation. After
a while Hirata finally decided to start talking.

"Actually ... I have something I want Ayanokouji to hear."

Hirata said with a bit of a rather sullen expression.

I thought Hirata wanted to talk about the special exam before, but it didn't
seem like that.

"Do you want to consult about something?"

"Yeah ... Well... Um... I intend to consult."

He acknowledged it after thinking for a while.

"I don't know if I can provide a solution but don't hesitate, you can say
anything."

It's not bad to be more reliable by Hirata.

But I could not imagine what he would consult.

At that time he was depressed because of the event of expulsion of
Yamauchi, but the incident should have been completed.

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Maybe there was still dissatisfaction in his heart, but that was not
something worth consulting with me.

He had understood that to a certain extent and he should have been able to
solve it.

"This might be a little unexpected..." said Hirata, who kept looking
forward. "I, That, right now I am not very active about romance ... And
really, doesn't understand well."

That's really unexpected. I didn't expect that the day when Hirata would
want to consult about romance would come.

"Don't understand well ?" For now ... Let's hear the whole story. I pushed
to make him talk.

"I ... Maybe, it's my fault for never having liked a girl before." Hirata
looked shy when he revealed that.

"In other words you have never dated so ...?"

"If Karuizawa-san is excluded, that's right."

You could say this is not so unexpected, but indeed it is still rather
surprising. Hirata treats men and women equally, And I thought he should
have had one or two love experiences.

But his relationship with Kei is definitely not counted. To avoid Kei
becoming a target of bullying, he became his fake lover.

If he had never liked anyone, then that means...

"Even now there aren't any women who you are interested in?"

"Yes, that's right."

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Although it is one of his gifts to treat all girls with the same eyes, but
somehow it feels a bit strange.

"Then ... What about Mii-chan ?"

Mii-chan really wants her relationship with Hirata to develop. And she
also showed a clear feeling of love to Hirata.

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"I didn't say anything. I can't have a relationship with her above this....
That's what I can't explain."

Mii-chan said that she wants to be friends first.

After that, of course the relationship develops, and hopes to become his
girlfriend. But as long as Hirata doesn't expect it, then it will be difficult to
make progress.

And also there is no clear reason to avoid her, And delaying is not good
for Mii-chan. Yes ... I think maybe it's like that.

Hirata looks confused, is this what he wants to consult?

"I know ... I have to say it directly, but it's very difficult ..."

Difficulty to respond without hurting her.

"Surely, that is contradictory."

"Yeah..."

Hirata, who is always kind-hearted..., That's why he was in trouble.

"But isn't this story only about 'now'? In the future we won't know what
will happen, right?"

Feeling about romance is not something that can be controlled by
yourself. For a moment something suddenly came to mind.

Possibility....

"It's true that that is an unknown possibility ... However ..."

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Does that mean Hirata can't imagine his relationship with Mii-chan will
develop? There doesn't seem to be any dissatisfaction about his appearance
and personality ... Of course, there are many things about love relationships
that cannot be measured with just that part.

"Maybe..., I don't think my answer is closer to the statement."

Even though I said I didn't understand. But it seems Hirata is insisted on
my answer. In that case, there is only one thing I can say.

"You have to be able to say clearly, That's because Mii-chan still hopes
that the relationship with you can make progress."

I say that when looking into Hirata's eyes. Delaying to answer will mean
that Mii-chan will continue to wait for him. If it's like that, then it's better to
make it clear from the start.

On top of all this, Mii-chan's feelings for Hirata will continue. That is her
freedom.

However, Hirata's eyes seemed to run away once in a while.

"... Even if it hurts her?"

"Already know the answer, but the delay will only cause more damage to
the other party, right?"

Once again, I looked into Hirata's eyes. Hirata looked at it, but, he
immediately turned his eyes towards a different direction.

"Uh, uh, yeah, that's right ..."

Hirata repeated it two to three times to convince himself.

And finally he came to his conclusion.

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"I'm very happy to be able to consult with you Ayanokouji-kun. With this,
now I have the courage. If you don't have the readiness to hurt her, then just
run away, right .."

It seems he has managed to get one more answer.

"Can you tell her clearly?"

"I don't know which way is right, but I understand that both actions will
end up hurting her."

Hirata weighed two approaches.

About just being quiet and about saying it honestly ...

And finally he understood it all for the sake of Mii-chan ... his doubts
disappeared.

If it was him before, he would be constantly troubled, and it took a lot of
time to come up with the answer.

He must be constantly searching for ways to [not hurt the other party], his
thoughts and feelings keep spinning around like in a maze.

A few moments after the problem was solved, Hirata still left an
atmosphere that seemed to want to say something.

"What is wrong?"

"That ... Ummm ... From now on ..., may I call you Kiyotaka-kun ...?"

"Eh ...?"

I guess what he wanted to say ... was really a very unusual word.

"If you don't mind, I also want you to call me by my first name ..."

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Is that what it means to take a step forward in our friendship?

Like Keisei, Akito, Haruka, and Airi who stepped forward.

"Of course, if Hirata doesn't mind"

I said in agreement ... Hirata looked happy and smiled from his heart.

"Really ...? Is that okay ...?"

"Isn't it just calling by first name ...? That shouldn't be unusual for you
Hirata ... no, Yousuke?"

Usually men and women are called by their surnames. But certainly it is
not something that is rare.

"Indeed ... that was normal for me until the 'incident'."

The incident Hirata was referred to was during middle school where his
best friend was bullied and then attempted to commit suicide.

"Therefore, after that..., I became afraid of being close to someone. And I
treated everyone equally, so I tried not to make someone valuable."

Two years have passed and it seems like he just called someone by his
surname. When viewed properly, Hirata always treats all students equally.

Including Yamauchi, who unanimously had to be driven out of class.

Apparently, once again, this time he managed to break the shell.

Among the many students who have grown during this year, Hirata's leap
is also quite significant.

"That's why I'm really very grateful. Kiyotaka-kun."

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The gaze that was shifted back. Those eyes tried to convey something.

"When you are grateful to me like that, I don't know why I felt
embarrassed."

I say it honestly, even though it feels like I am being attacked by an
unpleasant feeling.

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Chapter 2 - Date Hiyori

Intro

The graduation ceremony and closing ceremony finished without any
problems, we finally entered spring break. Forget the competition between
students and take time to rest for a while.

All students, of course, are not allowed to leave the school, but in
particular they do not feel any discomfort from it.

And the existence of Keyaki Mall is the biggest reason. Not only for
school employees, but also for students here. There is no need to explain
anymore, everything that is needed is here, such as cafes, various electronic
grocery stores, karaoke and others.

In fact, if you want to get the goods that much, all you need to do is send
an application request and get permission via email. As long as you have
enough personal points to do it, then you can go about your daily life freely.

Luckily for grade 1 this year in any class, there's no need to worry about
that problem.

Because at least the lowest class D, on the first day of this April will get
tens of thousands of points allowance.

If you think about the allowance for all the average middle school
students in this country, of course it is clearly a very large amount.

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But, many of them also have a difficult situation.

One of them is me. In the contract with my classmate Kushida, I had
promised to give half of my points to her. Initially I intended to anticipate
that, But now the situation is starting to change a little.

The contract with Kushida, What to do with her, this spring break I will
decide. Will I follow my initial plan? Or I will choose a different choice ..?

(TLN: For those who forget the original plan, Kiyo intends to Kushida
expel.)

The right to choose that choice now is not me anymore. Yeah, Spring
break has just begun.

No need to hurry.

I put on my casual clothes and get ready to go out.

I plan to spend most of my spring break relaxing in my room. But today I
already have a little appointment with someone.

I thought it would take some more time for her call to come. But
unexpectedly it turned out pretty fast...

After responding to the call from that person, I will contact another
person.

"Yeah, this is the final confirmation."

This is the first day of spring break, so various adjustments are needed.
But, there is no problem. Today's contacts has a very important meaning.

This is not for today ... But for the final day of spring break.

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Part 1

March at the Mid-late begins with the warm sun.

Shortly after the news of cherry blossom began to appear everywhere,
soon we will find cherry blossoms in full bloom. Even though I arrived
earlier than scheduled, but it seems like the student was already waiting for
me at the meeting place.

"Beautiful day, Ayanokouji-kun." I met Hiyori with her casual clothes she
looks so refreshing in front of Keyaki Mall.

"You got here early"

"Because I called you out, of course I can't make you wait long ..." Hiyori
smiled lightly after saying that.

"I'm sorry for the sudden invitation today."

"I don't have any plans for my spring break, please don't worry about it ...
then~ ?"

"Yesterday the Library got several new books" she once again smiled as
she showed the contents of the bag in her hand.

And this time she looks happier than before.

The first year of class C, Shina Hiyori is a girl who likes reading books
more than anyone.

"As soon as possible I want to share this information with Ayanokouji-
kun."

The books that Hiyori and I like can't be found in the mini market or at the

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mall's bookstore.
Because this is not an ebook, it can only be ordered.

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You can order it privately, but if you go through the library it will be seen
by many people. That way, you can talk about a book that is very important
to you with someone.

"There are more people than expected." The chairs and tables of the cafe
are filled with students. As expected from spring break. Judging from the
time, it's really full.

At least the counter seats in the front seemed empty so we headed there.

"Because there aren't many opportunities to meet on holiday days, this is
new ..."

With Hiyori wearing casual clothes, of course we had never met each
other before.

"Yes, it is true..."

Somewhere we both felt something new and talked about it.

"This is rather sudden, but would you like to look at some of the books
that I brought with me?"

Saying that, she happily took out her book. But after a while she stopped
her hand and lifted her face as if she remembered something.

"Oh yeah right, there's something I want to talk about before talking about
books. Is that okay?"

When she was about to say something, I heard a loud voice behind her.

"Damn it ... It's so crowded ... Is there no empty seats?"

A familiar voice draws closer as he complains about the situation at the

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cafe.

"Is it okay here ...?"

"Yeah, it's fine." The two students sat next to me after some time.

When I heard the sound and looked closely it turned out to be my
classmate, Ike and Shinohara. In the midst of talking about something they
continued without realizing our existence.

It seemed that the distance between the two of them had shortened a bit,
but it still seemed to be going on.

"If I'm not mistaken ... Isn't that Ike-kun and Shinohara-san?"

The distance is not that close for the ears to hear, Hiyori asked me at a
volume that would not be noticed by them.

"You remember it well."

"One year has passed, I started to become very familiar with the other
classes too." Hiyori's eyes seemed to glow while posing proudly..

Somehow we fell silent and listened to a little conversation between Ike
and Shinohara.

"Every month the income returns to thirty thousand right ..."

"It can't be helped ... If we fight Class A, of course we won't be able to
win."

"Yes ... Maybe it's true... We are also back in class D."

Ike scratched his head once, maybe because he remembered the defeat in
the previous special exam.

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"But we know the cause ... Why we lost?"

"Who is that ... In fault?"

Because I was the command tower, it crossed my mind that my name
would be mentioned...

"That's me, it's my fault."

Shinohara, who listened to him looked very surprised by his speech.

"No .., more precisely I feel as one of the causes of that defeat. To be
honest ... I think we can win if our class can be better at cooperating. Of
course Class A is indeed very strong, but we have fought very well."

"It's true, but still for Ike to say such unexpected things, It really surprised
me."

"Come on, don't be like that ... Shinohara."

"You're always like that to me too ... So we are even."

Sometimes, the conversation does not mean that it is mixed in with the
talk about the previous final examination.

"I think ... I will do my best in second grade later."

"Hehh ... Ho... I don't think you can keep up with your words."

"I really can't do it right away ... But I really, really want to do it." Those
words don't seem to be speaking just by thinking about it.

"I'll ask, why ...?"

"Because of Ken and Haruki ..."

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Until a while ago, they were close friends who were called by three idiots
in our class. At the beginning of entering this school, I was close to their
group, but I remembered that I had left the group.

More precisely, I was kicked out.

"Though it is not suitable for Ken, but hasn't, he has been studying lately?
In fact, he takes lessons seriously in class. I thought he was just pretending,
but he's really getting smarter."

"His grades are getting better too..."

"That's right, little by little the value is getting better and he is also good at
sports. I feel like I don't have a place to win."

"In studying, Ike is also better."

With Sudo and Ike now, Sudo has a high probability of winning, both
about learning and sports.

"Maybe he ... Will grow more and more next year."

While he was happy with the development of his best friend, he seemed
afraid of being left behind by him. And the biggest factor of that fear is ...

"If this continues, the candidate who will be expelled from the next school
... May be me."

"Ike ..."

It is inevitable that the lowest students in the class will next to drop out.

Yamauchi, who has many problems with his behavior has become a
victim. And he began to realize that it was his turn next.

"Can't laugh, huh... Saying that doesn't really fit me."

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"It really isn't suitable ... But I'm also the same as you."

Shinohara's values a​ re also not very good, and she is also not the type to
have a decent grip.

Although there are differences between men and women, but they are in
the same position.

"I will not laugh at someone who is trying."

Saying that, Shinohara nodded strongly at Ike.

"I will also do my best in the second grade later. And won't lose to you
anyway ..."

"I will not lose to you ..."

It could be said that Ike and Shinohara's relationship had developed very
well.

From now on ... There will be many students who are inspired by both of
them. If someone walks forward, then there will be people who follow to
walk forward too. Such interrelationships are very important.

"Shinohara ..."

"Yes..?"

Ike's voice, sitting next to me, became serious as her voice pressure
changed.

"That ... I want to talk, can you listen?"

"What's up so suddenly ...?"

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"Well ... Well ... Our relationship is like a fighting friend ... But ..."

My eyes and Hiyori's eyes met.

Because it talks about other people, of course, there are things that can be
understood before the person concerned itself. Maybe in this place a new
couple will be born.

That's how this development will continue.

"Would you...."

"Aaa ..."

Before Ike can finish all his words. Shinohara let out a loud voice.

Although it is spacious, it is also in a small school site, by all means can
be seen by people around.

Shinohara, who was facing Ike, seemed to be watching us who were next
to them. Ike, saw Shinohara, who was shocked, looked behind him.

When our eyes met, he jumped.

"Aaa ... Ayanokouji ..."

That was a reaction that was more than I imagined for someone trying to
express their feelings.

"Wh-what are you doing here ...?"

"What, is it a problem if I come to the cafe normally?"

"That's not the problem. If you know I am here you should at least say
hello, since you are by the side! Concealing your presence, that's cheating,
you know!!"

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No, in that case, I think it's even worse to say hello.
Especially to say cheating, we were the first to come.
"You didn't hear our conversation, did you ...?"
"What are you two talking about ...?"
I asked the other way around, And he immediately turned his gaze to the
front of the counter.
"That's n-nothing..."
Shinohara, who heard the conversation between me and Ike, changed the
conversation in a different direction.
"Eh ..., is Ayanokouji-kun dating Shiina-san?"
Shinohara suspicion that I am not alone.
Of course, if two people go together, it is not surprising that she thinks so.
"No ... It's not like that. What about you guys?"
"No, it's not like that. Me and Ike isn't like that, you know..."
Shinohara smoothly denied the relationship.
Ike, who didn't seem to like that attitude, continued ...
"That's really ... Ayanokouji ... Who would want this ugly...?"
"WA ah? Who do you say ugly? Who is ugly?"
"Yes you are ..."

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No no no Why are you arguing here?

The two stood up, completely destroying the good atmosphere just now,
staring at each other.

"Ah ... My mood is getting bad."

"That's my sentence, even though I've already spent time accompany you
over the spring break."

"Huh ...? Huh ...? Huh ...? I am the one who was forced to take calls from
you, You know ...!"

"What the heck .. Terrible."

I thought they were going to sit back, but somehow they had a fight and
went somewhere.

From the birth of a new couple, it turns into something sharp.

"They are ... It's ok... Right...?"

Hiyori coughed to slightly reduce the changing situation.

"I have no idea...."

This time, they could only curse bad luck because they were seen by the
classmates next to them.

I hope they can improve their relationship as soon as possible.

"Some time ago, you wanted to say something right ...?"

"Oh yeah, right ... That's right. Incidentally, what I want to say is very
much like the two of them talking about." Very similar..? I was surprised to

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hear such a statement.

Is this related to the expression of love ..? It crossed my mind for a
moment, but it was not that.

"Regarding the special year-end exam, there is something I want to ask
Ayanokouji-kun." Of course Ike and Shinohara also talked about the year-end
special exams.

"What do you want to ask me?"

"I apologize Before, if my reasoning was wrong. I will immediately ask,
was it Ayanokouji-kun who changed Ryuuen-kun?"

There was no ill will from her ... Only curiosity was there. From the
moment of our first meeting, Hiyori had shown sharp skills.

"Usually I will ask back, what does this mean ..?"

I pretend not to be involved in anything. That was the only best response I
could take.

And the reason she didn't take it was because there was confidence in
Hiyori's eyes.

"Yes ... That might be true, but I think Ayanokouji-kun can certainly
understand it without me having to explain it deeply."

Ryuuen has changed. Usually, most people will tilt their heads just by
hearing that word. The only ones who don't do it are those who understand
the situation to some extent or the people who change it themselves.

"Why do you think so ...?" Instead of continuing to dodge it, I decided to
ask why. That's because I want to know the reason she can be so sure.

"I just put the puzzle piece slowly. Ryuuen was always obsessed with

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Ayanokouji-kun's class, but one day he decided to come down from the front
stage. On the surface, it was Ishizaki who started the rebellion, but I thought
it was a bluff. I tried to talk to Ryuuen and his closest people like Ishizaki-
kun and Ibuki-san, after that changed ... I became convinced."

In a place that I didn't know, it seems like Hiyori has already fired several
Strategies.

Then she finally suspected about Ryuuen's decline.

"I'm sorry if it makes Ayanokoji-kun feel uncomfortable. I'm really very
worried about it today. I think just discussing it will make Ayanokoji-kun
angry. No matter what the truth is, seeing Ayanokouji-kun , I can tell if you
don't want to discuss anything about this. "

"In other words, Hiyori is ready to start the conversation ?"

The level is different from everyday chat. I made a decision after careful
consideration.

"If because of this, we are no longer friends, then I will regret it. And if I
can't be parallel like this with Ayanokouji-kun, I will definitely regret it."

Then ... You should keep it in your heart. But today, at this time, Hiyori
talked about it.

"If I don't start, I don't think I can advance further."

"Go further ...?"

When I asked, Hiyori opened her mouth looking surprised, it seemed like
she was shocked by her own statement.

"Yeah ... Right, I myself don't know what I'm really saying."

Hiyori showed a slightly confused face when she said that.

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"That ... Have you heard of the battle between class B and our class?"

"Only the results."

I don't know anything about the details. Hiyori changed the subject and
began to talk about their victory.

"I understand. It should be considered a problematic approach."

"It's true, the way that Ryuuen-kun used there are some problems.
However, I think that in order to make the current class higher, it is necessary
to do evil. Is that unfair ...?"

"At least I won't deny it."

Even if it's not a battle that can be praised, as long as it can bring victory
to the class, it's fine to fight in the back streets. More or less such people are
needed by the community. It takes unshakable mental strength to be able to
fight on the lonely road that is not worthy of praise.

"But, there is no difference in crossing a very dangerous bridge. Some
class B students also doubted it. However, I think no specific evidence has
been found. Because we have checked the surveillance camera."

There are many surveillance cameras installed at this school.

The school building, of course, the Keyaki mall and surrounding areas,
and many more are under surveillance. There are many surroundings, but not
all, of course, there are no surveillance cameras in the toilets, and karaoke
rooms are considered private spaces except.

If Ichinose and the others from class B said something strange, an
investigation would definitely be carried out, but I'm afraid it will be over and
it will be difficult to develop further.

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"Those are five amazing wins, can't you say that is the perfect strategy,
isn't it?"

"Is that amazing ? I don't think like that. In fact, I think the opposite, it's a
way of fighting that is full of big holes."

"Does that mean you can get more than six wins?"

"Five wins have been very good, no ... On the contrary... I think we are
too greedy. For that ... Ryuuen-kun took a very dangerous strategy." Hiyori
looked back to analyze the previous exam.

And she also told me how they won.

"Even though it's okay to constantly put pressure on class B students. But
using ways that make their health worse, is really a mistake. Even if it used
because the opponent is class B, it's still not acceptable."

After hearing that, I had the exact same impression as Hiyori. I
understood that this girl in front of me was living a totally different life from
me. Unequal existence, even if it looks similar.

However, it is certain that there are some similarities in basic thinking and
perspectives. That is why a question arose in my mind after hearing this.

"Hiyori, you listened to this strategy before Ryuuen did it, but you still
didn't stop him ...?"

"Will he listen ... If I give him advice...?"

Ishizaki and Ibuki might hear advice from her, but not for Ryuuen to
accept it. He will not listen to the opinions of others, but just only laughs at it.

"That's right ... Then what do you think can stop Ryuuen?"

I want to know how far she can think and act. Maybe Hiyori already has

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an understanding and understands this, that's why she came today.

"The equivalent of him ... No ... Isn't he only able to be reprimanded by
someone who has abilities beyond himself ...?"

If you give him advice, Ryuuen won't listen. But ... The story would be
different if that advice came from an existence recognized by Ryuuen. That's
why she talked about this [with me].

"Hiyori, Can you pass on my message to him?"

I decided not to use words that would clarify things directly.

It's enough for me to judge it. Leaving aside the other students, Hiyori
would not use her position just to make me difficult. A Leader recognized by
Ryuuen, of course she understood that there was no point in letting me appear
in front of the stage.

"What is that..?"

Hiyori, who didn't change her attitude, looked at me gently.

"Convey this to Ryuuen. 'If it's me, I can get more than five wins in a way
that is better and safer'."

"... Fine, I understand. I have received those words. I will tell him right
away."

Hiyori eyes that looked very grateful, and her hands were slightly
together, while smiling.

Ryuuen seems to have good allies besides Ishizaki and Ibuki.

If Hiyori was able to control the 'tantrum' of the three people, she would
definitely become even stronger.

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She hereby end the conversation about the special year-end exam.

"So...?"

Usually we will leave soon, but important things are after this.

"If there is something you like, please take it home and read it."

Once again, she opened the bag and took out her book. From the
beginning, we came to this place to talk about it.

"But is it okay ...? This is a book that was borrowed out in Hiyori's name
right ...?"

"I have received permission from the teacher. Actually, this is not a good
thing, But they will forgive me if I return it on time." Hiyori is a model
student in the library, it is not surprising that she gets a bit of special
treatment.

After talking about books for a while, it was time for us to separate.

"Looks like I have to change her evaluation a little."

Until now I only saw Hiyori as a student in this school, or a little more
like a friend who has the same hobby.

As soon as Hiyori and I separated, I met Kei, who was at the Keyaki mall.

"What do you need...?"

Kei, who showed herself, was somewhere in a bad mood.

"How about sitting down first ...!"

I urged her to sit in the empty spot that Hiyori once sat. But Kei refused
only by seeing the chair once. In her eyes, she looked at it as if it were

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rubbish.

"If anyone sees me and you drinking tea, wouldn't there be strange rumors
that would appear?" She said by looking the other way. Even though it was
seen by a third party from a distance, they would not be able to understand
what we were talking about.

"Does it matter if the rumor comes up?"

"That's a big problem ... If you carelessly get in touch with the opposite
sex, strange rumors will arise, wouldn't you better understand that ? You
don't really understand that right ...?"

She spoke as if I'm casually touching the opposite sex.

"So ...? What are your requirements?"

"Sorry about that ... I forgot what I needed. Later, if I remember, I will
contact you again."

I did what I had to do with Kei.

"What the heck ...? It really doesn't make sense ... Go home ah ...!"

After sighing in disbelief, Kei turned away. I just watched her leaving
without stopping.

It can't be avoided if Kei's mood is in a bad state.

That's because I deliberately upset her.

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Chapter 3 - Lost Lamb

Intro

Spring break, In a blink of an eye we arrived on the 30th before April.

I haven't done anything for the past few days, just enjoying some of my
vacation time in the room. I thought I would spend time just relaxing ... But
...

When I woke up before 8 am, I found a text message on my phone. The
sender was a first-year class B student, [Ichinose Honami].

And the content is about wanting to meet somewhere during spring break.
Looks like I can't spend the rest of my seminary in a simple way.

For the day it's fine anytime, but if possible she asks me to be able to meet
Horikita as well. From the words it can be interpreted that I'm just a giveaway
and the main one is Horikita.

Yes ... Anyway, I can already guess what the contents of the
conversation.

She might want to gather some information about the special end-year
exam for grade 1. To find out more details about how we got three wins and
four losses when fighting against class A.

In addition, It is estimated that the topics about the 2nd grade will be
discussed.

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Will such a relationship continue, or will it be canceled? She should want
to confirm this. Rather than just talking about one of those topics, it's more
likely to talk about both.

Especially the latter, should be thoroughly discussed about it during this
spring break.

"Has Ichinose recovered or not ?"

I remembered a girl who hadn't seen outside once after spring break. The
previous special exam results must have left an impression on Ichinose's
mind.

2 wins and 5 losses. That was a very painful defeat for class B for sure..!
Although our class fell to class D, the difference in points was clearly not that
far apart.

Maybe in the following special exam class position will change. It is no
exaggeration to say class B is currently in a difficult situation, sooner or later
they need to discuss it immediately.

The cooperative relationship we had at the beginning of the year wasn't so
bad. If we continue to have a good cooperative relationship like this, the
mental burden will be reduced.

But in the near future, this relationship will become an obstacle.

When the situation becomes more urgent, there will be cases of forced
dissolution of the cooperative relationship. This can be an expression of
[ungrateful].

Anyway ... To clarify that section, guidelines for the future are needed,
not only the lower classes but also the upper classes ...

Judging from Ichinose's approach ..., maybe Horikita thought the same

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thing. This is not just a mutual discussion, but this will be an important
turning point in the future.

Even if the situation wasn't on Ichinose's mind, it was likely that Horikita
would raise the topic.

What I want to say is that there is no choice but to talk about it.

The rest depends on the two of them. Today, it doesn't matter to me, but
what about Horikita? According to Horikita's brother, he said he would leave
this school on the 31st.

She should expect from the bottom of her heart to be able to talk to her
brother at this short time. At least for today, they can spend time together as
siblings.

This also depends on whether her brother allows it or not and whether
Horikita can meet him or not, that's another story.

For now, Should I send a chat to Horikita? 'Have you talked to your
brother?' I also added a message with a sentence like that. When I sent a
message about Ichinose who wanted to meet, and it was read after a few
seconds.

And the reply is coming soon. [I can do it at any time.] The answer is like
that. No, it's not always possible.

I wonder what kind of answer will come, if I determine the date and time
tomorrow, but deliberately poking the part which she cared would only cause
trouble.

She might completely ignored to answers the topics about her brother.

[What about April 2? ]

I will try not to enter today and tomorrow date.

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[Today I am free. ]

She immediately replied to his message, which meant that I should not be
bothered.

Although it is hard for her to say 'it is really difficult to spend with my
brother', but if you already have a plan you should just give it up.

If I say, I already have a plan today ... It seems hard for her to believe it.

[Yeah, Of course I want to get rid of things that are troublesome early. ] If
you oppose it now it might be troublesome later, so I decided to follow it.

Even if the discussion was finished in the afternoon, she still had enough
time to meet with her brother.

"Yes ... That's impossible."

It seems that apart from tomorrow's separate moments, it is estimated that
the two will not meet in secret.

I sent a reply to Horikita and decided to make an appointment with
Ichinose today.

After that, I planned to meet with Ichinose at 10 o'clock at the second
floor cafe of Keyaki Mall.

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Part 1

As April approaches, the temperature begins to warm up.

After 9:30 in the morning. Even though the weather is sunny now, we
decided to come to the meeting time early because the expected heavy rains
were informed at noon. We should be able to finish it before noon.

Because there is free time, I decided to come to Keyaki Mall casually,
then take the elevator. Especially on holidays, I passed various students
outside.

Classmates of course, And also the second year students in other classes.

I, who even have only a few acquaintances, just walking for a while ...
Can see familiar faces.

However, the presence of graduates is decreasing day by day, and I almost
never see him again. On April 1, there won't be more than second year
students, so in a few days it will be a little lonely as it seems.

When I thought so, I met a female student, I knew in the elevator, she is in
the same school year.

".. You're again..."

It was Ibuki from class D the first year who took the distance from me to
the limit with an unpleasant voice.

I always feel that the way I take a long detour is no different from Ibuki.
She must also think the same thing. Especially because it is inside the
elevator, you could say this is a closed space.

"Today is a holiday. It's not strange to meet by chance."

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"That's true ... But I don't want to get involved with you anymore."

"I know..."

She seemed to hate it when the last time she came to my room, If Ishizaki
didn't bring it by force, she might never come to visit.

Even though she hates me, Ibuki is willing to take off her skin for
Ryuuen's sake.

(Tln: kiyo uses the term that means to help / succumb to the context of
stubbornness)

That was proof that Ryuen's whereabouts were indispensable for his class.
Since there was no choice to go up, I entered the elevator in which Ibuki was
waiting.

"It won't stop anymore right ...?"

"Come to think of it, Come to think of it has happened before."

Is it summer vacation? When me and Ibuki were stuck together in the
elevator? We are aware of the same situation, but of course such a
coincidence will never happen twice.

When I arrived at the lobby on the first floor, Ibuki decided to get out of
the elevator immediately.

It seems that Ibuki is heading in the same direction to Keyaki Mall.

"Is it okay at the same pace as me?"

I told her to be able to go away from me immediately but ...

"Why should I ? Why don't you leave quickly ?"

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Although she doesn't want to stay together, But it seems she can't stand to
leave by herself.

I felt that part of it was really like Ibuki, who couldn't hold back the
feeling of strong defeat. Even if you say so, it would seem strange if I quickly
went away.

Besides, this isn't a big problem even if Ibuki is by my side, besides that if
I come to Keyaki Mall sooner than scheduled. Then it will only waste my
energy.

In the end she didn't give up, and we both proceeded at the same speed.
The distance is about 5 minutes from the hostel. Will definitely split up soon
after that.

"That's good, Ryuuen can come back."

"It's noisy ... Shut up. Don't talk to me."

An atmosphere that does not allow even the slightest chat. I'd better stop
saying anything more than this.

I was not afraid of silence, so I decided to close my mouth just like Ibuki.

Somehow I walk in a tense atmosphere somewhere ...

"Yo ... Ibuki ... Wait a minute."

I who walk in such an atmosphere, heard a loud voice from behind.

The voice that I heard was the voice of Ishizaki from C class of the first
year.

One person who is close to Ryuuen and often acts together with Ibuki. Is
this unexpectedly because I have been involved with so many people lately?

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He is one of the people who I can talk to recently. Ibuki did not look back
and continued walking without changing her expression. There's no way she
didn't hear that.

"Hey.. Wait ... Hey..."

"It's noisy ... Don't shout near me."

"That's because you didn't respond right ... Ho? Are you with Ayanokouji?
Are you guys possibly ... Dating?"

When Ishizaki who had run over said something like that, Ibuki
immediately kicked under his knee.

"Aw ... It hurts... ... What are you doing?"

"You know the reason why you were kicked right ...? It's hot ... Stay away
from me...!"

"What the heck ... Is that okay? Besides, we have plans to meet after this
...!"

Apparently, Ibuki planned to meet with Ishizaki at the Keyaki Mall.

"Will Ryuuen also come?"

"Yes ... That's right. Eh ... No ... That's ..."

When I just heard that, Ishizaki closed his mouth like it was accidental.

"Idiot ..."

Apparently, because of various circumstances, the two of them were
supposed to meet at the Keyaki Mall individually. It's not hard to imagine,
because of the overreaction to the name Ryuuen. It seems they will meet in
secret.

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"Well ... It's ok right?? It's also useless to hide it to Ayanokouji anyway."
Ishizaki was seen open while Ibuki who remained did not change the stern
expression on her face.

"What's okay ...? Besides, if we can't defeat him, we can't go up in the
upper classes."

"Yes ... That is true."

Shouldn't you talking like that when I'm not around?

There are still a few doubts about Ryuuen's return, but after seeing this it
seems unmistakably. The reason why they met secretly was probably because
he had not officially returned.

Ryuuen once stepped down from his chair. Of course, classmates can't
easily admit it. There was also a dilemma about Ishizaki being appointed as
the man who had defeated Ryuuen

"Ayanokouji ..."

"Hmm?"

When I was thinking about such a thing in my head, Ishizaki called out to
me.

"Just now I was thinking about the strongest way to get to class A, want to
hear?" Because it was too sudden, I was confused about how to answer it.

"At least I'll hear, what's your strongest method?"

Oo ... Don ... (sfx). Ishizaki hit his chest and said proudly.

"That's you, come to our class, then we can go to class A with certainty
right ...?"

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"Huh ...? What are you suddenly saying?"

"If Ryuuen-san and Ayanokouji collaborate, then we will be the strongest
right ... Even Sakayanagi and Ichinose can be defeated." Apparently, that was
the strongest method Ishizaki invented.

No, it's impossible, absolutely impossible... The word Ibuki denies it.

But ... Working with Ryuuen huh ...

"I don't think that's bad."

"Are you serious...?"

Ibuki looked at me with a disgusted feeling.

"Yeah, right ...? If you become a partner, we will gladly welcome you,
Ryuuen-san and Ayanokouji unexpectedly suit each other, even Albert was
very happy with you, at that time when Ayanokouji became our topic of
conversation, he became very excited. "

(TLN LOL: OMG Albert ......)

I just heard that Yamada Albert likes me. Is it okay to interpret if he likes
me? We are almost not involved with each other, except the involvement of
the roofing incident.

Fighting each other, is that something you normally like to do? If there
was ... Shouldn't he hold grudges against me?

"It wasn't him himself who said it clearly right?" Said Ibuki who was
doubtful and asked Ishizaki.

"A man can feel it ... That's intuition, intuition you know ...!"

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That is intuition that you cannot rely on.

If I'm serious about joining Ryuuen's class, there's a chance I'll be beaten.
Ishizaki, Someone who is thinking about ideas and someone who is
passionate about it.

I'm grateful for the invitation ..., but I decided to answer it seriously.

"It's impossible to make it happen, based on the premise, what about 20
million points for being able to switch classes?"

Even though they won against Class B in the year-end special exams, that
was not the amount that could be collected.

"In that case ... Somehow Ryuuen-san will do something about it..."

"That can't be done somehow ..."

"Is that right? I think if Ayanokouji become a partner Ryuuen-san will
definitely help."

"I don't think he will help you."

I agree with Ibuki about that. He is not a man who thinks such a friendly
thing. He couldn't possibly cooperate with me just to get to class A.

His pride as a man won't admit it.

No, he is not a man who would think to admit it.

"Instead of cooperating, it's better to be an enemy ... Because it's more fun
for me too. Thank you for inviting me, but I will reject it." This is more
important before the issue of personal points.

"I see ... Damn ..., even though I thought it was a very good way."

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"You're also a strange man, You even said that you are happy with that
kind of guy?"

Ibuki who laughed, didn't even look at me.

"Well ... I'll look forward to what you will do to me."

I honestly answered, making Ibuki look very dislike and her faced look
like she wanted to throw up. I don't want to do a flashy battle, but if it's
Ryuuen, I don't mind having a rematch with him.

But to be able to do that, he must develop even more.

It was necessary for him to fight Horikita, Ichinose, and Sakayanagi then
show me he was able to win against them. Soon the Keyaki Mall is getting
closer.

"Sorry, Ayanokouji. Until here, you'll also be in troubled right, ... If you
are seen with both of us."

I don't know where they will gather, but it's a good thing that we exchange
opinions. I honestly accept such considerations as it was not Ishizaki style.

I parted ways with Ishizaki and Ibuki near the entrance and decided to
enter the mall from another entrance.

When I met him, I never dreamed I could have a conversation with
Ishizaki.

Even though I felt that my relationship with Ibuki had receded from the
start, that could also be said to be a change.

"One year has passed.."

The environment around me has changed drastically over the past year.

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I can even talk to someone from another class, like Ryuuen and
Sakayanagi from the front. And there are still many other students. Only one
year. Although one year.

This is proof that time continues to flow.

Now I can understand the flow of time that I didn't know when I was
little. By the way, it reminds me of what happened a year ago.

That was the moment before the entrance ceremony at High School, so as
to prevent anyone from discovering my situation I spend the time quietly day
by day. I meant to do nothing. Especially regarding that guy ... I don't want to
give him encouragement. Because I know it's hard to get rid of it when it's
caught by his eyes. I was saved by various factors. If he's always close to me,
then he wouldn't let me off easily.

But .., from the beginning the man was busy with his work and rarely
went home. Although there were guards standing by to watch, but in that year
70 to 80% he always stayed in hotels. I myself, although I have stayed at
home, I am not very familiar with my home. For me, who spent most of my
life in Whiteroom, it was only a temporary home that I spent almost a year.
That is no different than a hotel.

"Whiteroom, huh..."

The man still hasn't given up.

No ... The resistance is even stronger.

In one year that I didn't know, But I'm sure they would have restarted their
activities. As long as Whiteroom is still needed, then I will definitely return
to that place. This problem will come soon, which is about two years later.

If I could spend two years in this school ... But, it would be a pity if I
think about it too much now.

In short, this is a situation that I could not have imagined one year ago.

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And also certainly it was engraved as an irreplaceable memory for me.
Shortly I arrived near the north entrance of Keyaki Mall.

The door will open at 10 o'clock on a regular holiday, but some stores will
open from 9 o'clock during long vacations.

After that, I will go to the agreed second-floor cafe, which is one of the
shops that open at 9 o'clock.

"It's really enjoyable."

Acting however you want, living the school life freely. Exchange words
with my classmates via cell phone, then have a brief meeting with them.

Somewhere, I still think, these are unreal days. It is deceiving to say that it
is not substantial.

Of course, there are many problems in school life.

Compared to a few months ago and now, a lot has changed. I also began
to accept the existence of a girl who was close to me.

Yes ... [On the surface] I look like someone else.

I Stop thinking about it once and move on to something completely
different. Now ... It's better to focus on the discussion that will occur next.

"You came very early huh .., even though there are still 20 minutes until
the specified time. Your time is free huh?

Of course, Horikita who came in ordinary clothes, bothered saying it
while looking at the screen of her cell phone.

"You also arrived 20 minutes early, isn't that the same ..."

That is proof that we both have no plans for spring break.

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Without anything else special, we went straight to the meeting place on
the second floor.

"You seem to know what today's discussion is ..."

It seems she made such a judgment because I didn't confirm it.

That's true, but should I fool her a little?

"What do you mean?"

"Do you intend to take additional steps even when you already know
that?"

"No, I really don't understand what you're saying. What exactly Ichinose
is going to talk about?" By forcing her, I thought I could fool Horikita who
doubted me, but ...

"Do you really not understand? If you know it, but instead pretend not to
understand, I won't forgive you..."

"Yes, calm down ..."

I was stared at by Horikita who seemed to want to bite me, so I decided to
stop deceiving her immediately.

"Somehow, I guess ... That's not something hard to think about right ..."

"Because it's not too difficult, so I want to know if you cannot try to
always fool me?"

Excessive reply came to me. Does that mean it's useless trying to find out
what Horikita thought this way?

"I understand that ... Are you testing me?"

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"You think too much about it ..."

"Is that true...?"

She became sharper ... No, maybe I should say that she could understand
my way. Looks like I can no longer manipulate Horikita easily.

I will get hurt if I continue more than this, so I decided to run away.

"Rather than that, let's go ..."

Because Ichinose was seen waiting at the cafe entrance, I changed the
subject. There are still 10 minutes from the promised time, but Ichinose
seems to have arrived earlier.

"Ichinose might also have free time on spring break just like us."

I don't think she just arrived. How long did she wait ?

"There's no way she's the same as us. In this case, that's just her honesty or
should I say she did too well. I think she just doesn't want to keep others
waiting."

Maybe it's like Horikita said.

"Your evaluation of Ichinose turned out like that huh ..."

"At first, I thought she was a hypocrite who behaved like a good person."

Too much, you throw your mind directly to the point.

"But yes ... One year has passed, I have changed my mind too, she is truly
a genuinely kind person."

Even if there are many people who pretend to be good people, really good

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people cannot be found. Mostly there are many poisons in a person's heart.

There is no doubt that one of those valuable good people is Ichinose.

"I want to know ... A lifestyle that can make a good person like her."
That's the only thing that I can't guess.

"Being a good person is a weapon and her weaknesses too ..."

Saying that, somewhere she praised her and sighed and then started
approaching her.

Really good people ... Can be used by bad people.

"Do you think it's okay not to be a good person?"

"If you live in a mountain surrounded by forests, then that's fine. But to
survive in a competitive society, I think you have to throw away being a
really good person."

"I see..."

"But in her case, I'm sure she will continue to be a good person until the
end."

Horikita said Ichinose would continue to be a good person, even though it
would harm her.

"Ichinose also knows the difference between good and evil. I think she is
ready to do anything, if there is something dangerous for her classmates."

"Yeah, I hope so. Let's end this silly chat."

To face the discussion that was about to occur, Horikita's gaze turned
serious.

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I also ended the conversation and immediately made contact with
Ichinose.

"Ichinose-san is quick too, I wonder if we made you wait."

"Good morning Horikita-san, Ayanokouji-kun. No ... I just came a while
ago too ... "

That's the usual formal sentence. But when was the 'real time'?

We were welcomed by Ichinose in her casual clothes and with a smile that
did not change from her.

"As expected, in the morning we can easily get a seat huh ..."

The students are still rarely seen ... So we can choose where to sit.

"Come on, come on, just order what you like. I'll treat you."

Don ... (sfx) She herself tapped her chest with her fist and asked us to
leave payment to her.

"You won't make it a bargain materials, right ...?"

Horikita was alerted for a moment because she had once tried to do the
same thing by cooking me her homemade food.

"She is not like you, you know ...!"

"I don't like the way you talk ... But yeah, you're right."

As Horikita herself said, the person in question was Ichinose.

I don't think she would take advantage of something like this.

Even if she came to take advantage of it, Horikita would definitely do a

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