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lot to restore it.

"Then, can I be spoiled by your words?"

"Of course, please don't hesitate. Let's start ordering."

Thus Ichinose urged Horikita to order it first.

There was one thing that worried me, so I tried speaking in a low voice to
Ichinose. Although it's a bit vague, but today I don't smell orange.

"Ichinose ... Is your personal point okay?"

I'm grateful she wants to treat us, but class B should now only have 0
points for using it to prevent the expulsion of her classmates.

Although as a party to the invitation, it is normal to treat guests to this
extent, but I'm worried about her financial condition.

"Yes ... Even after I pay it here, there will be around 3000 points left ...,
it's fine, it's fine ..."

April is coming Soon. With that much money left over, it doesn't seem to
matter.

However, But her personal points should have become zero for a while.
Ichinose, who felt doubt from me provided additional information.

"I thought it was unavoidable, I sold my hair dryer to Nishikawa-san from
class A and she bought it. Other kids also worked hard the same way."

Even if the system regulates students can live for free, there are cases
where capital is also very necessary.

It's cheaper than buying it at the store, it's natural if the buying and selling
negotiation is successful.

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"Because of that, Ayanokouji-kun also don't hold back. Just order ...
Order..." Ichinose, who turned around gently patted my back and said like
that.

Certainly ... Ichinose won't be happy if only I hold myself back.

When Horikita finished her order, then I ordered coffee.

Then, after the three of us received the order, we brought it to the table in
the corner of the cafe.

It seemed that those two thoughts were unified in this regard, there were
only a few students who came. Soon Horikita began the discussion.

"I want to know if you called us to talk about the special exams before or
about class policy in April?"

It seems Horikita can predict what Ichinose wants to discuss without
having to have a previous meeting with her.

"Aha ... Ha, ha, you can guess. That's right ..." Ichinose admitted with a
laugh, but her eyes remained serious.

This is proof that the discussion this time is not easy.

"Does it bother you ...?"

"No ... I am thinking about discussing it with you in the near future. I'm
helped that Ichinose-san himself called us. Since you are a popular person, it
will be difficult for you to make time."

"That's not true ... I'm free enough for this spring break, don't hesitate to
call me anytime ..."

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heartbreaking somewhere.

There were many who invited her, but she refused... Maybe like that. And
the cause is, of course, something Horikita can tell.

"It was a difficult fight ... Special end-year exam." It might not be
appropriate to discuss it now, but I talk like that with Ichinose.

Even if we try to stay away without touching the wound, sooner or later
the wound will be touched by itself.

If that's the case, then you just have to feel the pain from the start and
recover faster. Horikita showed a stiff expression for a moment, Maybe she
didn't want to discuss it?

But when she found out I was discussing it, so she listened.

"Yes ... Um ... I lost ..., I feel really defeated by Ryuuen-kun's strategy."
Emphasizing that, she took a deep breath and shook her head left and right.
Did she start to remember it? Ichinose, who felt frustrated somewhere, sighed
repeatedly at herself.

"I don't know the details. What caused the defeat?"

"The reason is clear. It's because I didn't do well." Ichinose did not blame
her defeat to her opponents or classmates.

Without hesitation, she answered. Of course, because she herself was the
commander.

"Not that I saw the exam directly, but I think you will be less likely to
make mistakes."

"You are overdoing it ... I really was in a continuous panic at that time."

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don't think it's wrong if there was panic at that moment.

The confusion was already seen when Ryuuen appeared, And as a result
affected the exam later?

"The commander has been decided that it is Kaneda. And that is the first
thing that destroys its gears."

(Tln: destroy its gear word meaning all that is thought {mean strategy} to
have been wrong or destroyed.)

"Yes, obviously, he once stepped down as class leader. Besides that,
everyone thought so the students who don't have protect points will not be a
commander, I think Ryuuen-kun saw that"

It is true. Even Sakayanagi and I didn't think that Ryuuen would appear
there. From Ichinose's side who would fight him, it's impossible not to be
surprised.

If you lose, you will drop out. No one except Ryuuen could conduct such
a self-destructive operation.

"Until the end, I could not adjust my feelings, therefore, I'm responsible
for these things. This will not change."

Ryuuen appeared where I thought it was Kaneda. It was a situation where
I felt sympathy for her.

What the commander can do is limited.

However, in the exam there is freedom of speech, Ryuuen can use
conversational skills to completely push Ichinose into a corner.

"Ayanokouji-kun and the others have a good fight against class A
opponents huh ..." To return the discussion, Ichinose praised us.

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The problem here is that I asked Ichinose to let us fight the A class.

Horikita did not know about this fact. Horikita had instructed me to fight
class D. And the consequences of losing to the draw, that could not be true.

Depending on how this discussion goes on, it can be a little complicated if
there are contradictions.

This would be a good conversation if I had a meeting with Ichinose
before, but the problem is, Horikita will know that I who want a fight against
Class A. Ichinose thinks that the desire to fight class A is an order from
Horikita.

Whereas Horikita thought that I lost the draw and there was no choice but
to fight Class A.

Both are not aware of this truth. It's not that I can't push forward so they
don't pay attention.

If it were me who arrange this discussion, I would make the arrangements
needed to be able to avoid it without problems. Or take temporary measures
to deal with emergencies without anyone paying attention. With a little
consideration, I decided not to do it.

And the reason why nothing has been done so far ... To see how far
Horikita has progressed.

"Losing still loses. Until I have struggled to ask you to surrender the right
to fight class A. If class B is fighting, the results might be different."

I said it casually, for a moment Horikita's gaze was directed at me. Of
course, there was no need to think about the intent of her gaze.

[What does it mean from asking yourself to fight Class A? ] That was the
meaning of her gaze.

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But because I talked about it smoothly, Horikita let it pass. Her
momentary stare was so natural and subtle that Ichinose did not doubt it.

That was proof that she understood when she heard that it was not
something to be questioned now.

If it was the previous Horikita, she would definitely say [What does that
mean ...? ] And Ichinose will doubt that. Even if it didn't reach that point, it
would definitely instill strange anxiety in Ichinose.

Her understanding and evaluation have improved. No ... Or should I say
the skills. If Horikita is able to survive here, then only the fact that [Horikita
decides it] is left in Ichinose.

"Because of my request, as a result, Ichinose-san and the others were
forced to fight hard in a difficult battle huh ..." Horikita apologized to
Ichinose for matching the aggressive steps I was trying to do.

"This is my personal responsibility. Horikita-san doesn't need to apologize
for it. "

The battle with class D, whose compatibility is easily revealed, results in
2 wins and 5 losses in class B.

As a result, class B loses its class points at once.

"Everything is over, after all Kaneda-san from class D won the lottery in
the first place. And because of that he nominated class B, so it doesn't matter
anyway ..."

Of course ... If you only see the results, then that's how it is.

The battle between class B and class D is inevitable even without laying
the foundation.

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should have ... I could fight it by devising a better strategy to win. I really
pondered over it."

Even though it was a positive statement, the extent to which she could
always be like that was another matter.

"If you allow it, can you tell me what kind of battle you are doing and at
any event? Of course ... As a substitute, I will tell you more about our part."
Horikita must have heard about the story through rumors outstanding.

But ... What actually happened between the commanders was something
only the related parties knew. Towards that proposal, Ichinose nodded.

The program chosen by Ichinose and others, also the event chosen by
Ryuen and others.

In what order, which program do you choose? Like what Ryuuen set it.

Which part is the loser and which part wins, including the reason they
lost. Ichinose talked about everything. Ryuuen and other class D students,
chose to use winning method by including events related to martial arts. That
was a very fatal event for class B.

"I have to say ... It's really as expected. A battle that utilizes skills from
oneself."

"We won't even be able to compete."

"That's right ... For men, maybe only Sudo-kun is able to take the victory
... no, if his opponent is Yamada-kun, there's absolutely no guarantee he can
win."

If Koenji is serious, then he counts ... But yeah... Horikita won't mention
it. As for girls, it is doubtful how far students besides Horikita can fight.

"If Ryuuen-kun fights ... He may win against Class A..."

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"I also think the same."

Fully lucky lottery. If you can get a little luck like Ryuuen, there is a
chance you will win against any of those classes. However, overall the
highest win rate was when fighting class B. That was proof that he planned it
fully from the start.

"However, even though there are so many events selected by Class B,
why only two events can be won?" Ryuuen's strategy is strong, but it depends
on whether he can get the draw. Ichinose also has a number of wins from the
fact that, four events were chosen from class B.

"Umm ..."

Horikita still doesn't know anything yet. Naturally, I would also listen to
the story with the premise that I knew nothing.

The strategy made by Ryuuen. What does it look like? Continuously
shadowing and giving suffering to students without doing anything.

Make contact by force and exert pressure. And on the appointed day, their
physical condition suddenly deteriorated. Because of this there are some
students who cannot show their abilities.

However, after speaking to the end, Ichinose added:

"I have lost the event I chose, this is the mistake of the commander that
cannot respond to that opportunity." She clearly stated that it was not
Ryuuen's fault but that it was her responsibility.

"Some people suffer from stomach aches and feel mentally
uncomfortable... That means." Of course, Horikita understood that this was
the strategy Ryuuen had used.

"There's no mistaking it, I think it was Ryuuen-kun's trap. I've talked to

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my classmates whose physical condition has suddenly worsened. Before the
test, they were called by Ishizaki-kun and the others to the karaoke place."

Karaoke is ... It's one of the few places where students don't need to be
watched.

There they made some tricks with drugs. That is a very risky step.

"Shouldn't you file a complaint with the school?" One week has passed
since the last special exam. Food and drinks used by students naturally will
be disposed of. Even if you can find proof of drug purchase at the pharmacy,
it will be debated whether it is really used in grade B.

"It's not a bad thing to file a complaint. Even if it doesn't happen this time,
it will be a checkup next time. Of course, if they repeat something
exaggerated like that, school assessments will become tighter.

If that is true, this is a serious matter, and there is a possibility that the
school will take action.

"Maybe ... But anyway, I won't report anything about this problem."
Ichinose encouraged such statements. One week has passed since the special
exam ended.

Often during that time, her classmates would have suggested filing
complaints. But still not moving huh ...

"Why? You didn't fully submit? This is a big case ... Even a little
omission they missed... Can reverse the results of the exam." Horikita said
that evidence did not have to appear.

In some situations, it is possible to get more than just eviction.

Over time, it will be very difficult to file a complaint.

"If you don't mind, I don't mind cooperating."

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If it's Horikita, she won't give up. That's why she wants to persuade
Ichinose.

"Thank you Horikita-san, but still I won't file a complaint. Besides the
absence of clear evidence, I want to make this a strong warning."

"Warning? What do you mean?"

Ichinose shook her head at Horikita's persuasion.

"I guess ... I'm lucky."

Moments ago Ichinose had a sinking facial expression, but now even
though a little energy returned to her eyes.

Like a broken machine struggling desperately to turn on again.

"For example ... Special exams like this happen at the end of the second or
the third school year, who knows how many will be complaining. But it's still
okay now."

Ann... Ichinose nodded, and looked at us with all the strength in her eyes.
Maybe I'm the only one who is aware of this sparkling moment.

"Defeat this time ... All my classmates decided to accept it. Then use this
for the next one."

"Well ... Then there's no need for me from the other classes to say
anything too much."

"It is true."

This is where the discussion about Class B and Class D ends. We have
heard the Ichinose versus Ryuuen special exams, now it is our turn. Horikita
looked at me with eyes that were checking something.

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'The commander is you, so speak' .... She conveys this to me with her
eyes.

Just like Ichinose, I report on any program we attend, including the
results. And also the contents of the program, neither dangerous nor too
offensive.

What do we fight in, how we win ... And how we lose.

Of course, I'm not talking about unnecessary things, like my answer to the
last question in flash mental arithmetic.

"I've heard the results but it was a good match."

"However ... Yes... That is. In the seventh event, I was defeated by
Sakayanagi in a chess match."

Chess is a game. What I said was that at first I was confident in the
program, so there was no need for me to discuss it too deeply. As long as I'm
defeated by Sayanagi, it will end with just that.

"It's really a rather confusing thing to say that, but the only good thing is
that it's just a loss of 30 points. Because we can't stay away from the upper
classes more than this right ... "

"Horikita-san and the others continue to get stable strength. We also won't
let our guard down. "To anticipate becoming a rival in the near future,
Ichinose honestly praises her.

"Right ... Our class will become stronger." Ichinose nodded slightly at the
confidence of Horikita's words and eyes.

"There's something I want to say to Ichinose-san ... Is that okay?"

"Unn ..."

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From here, the second round. The real discussion. Not from Ichinose but
from Horikita who started the conversation.

"To be honest, I want to eliminate the cooperative relationship starting
from the next school year."

The proposal that Horikita said was not unexpected, but Ichinose was also
prepared about it.

"Maybe ... I think that such a proposal would appear."

"We really lost to class A and fell to class D in the final grade 1 exam, if
we only saw the ranking, we still lost, but we did not lose based on the
contents of the event itself. No, I think we can move forward even closer. "

"That's true, considering that the class points were once 0. The class that
gets the most class points for this year is Horikita-san's class. Besides that,
against Class A, you can win 3 wins and 4 losses."

Easy to understand by counting, but Ichinose was aware of that fact.
There is a slight difference in the results, but it's not strange the match turns
out well.

Even though there were obstacles from Tsukishiro, it could be said that
there was enough chance to win.

"But can we still maintain a good relationship?" Ichinose did not
immediately approve Horikita's proposal.

"For example, when class points differ greatly, we can talk once more."

"Thank you for the offer, but I don't think we will continue to work
together anymore."

Two conditions are needed to be able to establish a stable cooperative

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relationship.

First ... The difference in class points is so far that they cannot catch up
with each other. And one of them is a class that stands on stable cooperative
relations.

Last May, there was a 650 point difference. And Class B has maintained
stable points so far this year. That's why there is no problem with fighting
together with our class. But right now ... Neither of these things has been
fulfilled. While our class scored more than 300 points so far this year, class B
ended with a decline in numbers. The difference in magnitude is getting
smaller. In other words, neither of the two conditions is fulfilled.

"I want to make sure we will be better than class B next year. And to be
able to advance to class A, I will pursue points within reach."

In front of Horikita who set a strong goal, Ichinose seemed to tremble.

"...Um, Yeah"

In other words, that included defeating class B led by Ichinose. That
means ... It's no longer possible to mention that it is a cooperative
relationship.

Judging that a half-hearted relationship would get in the way, she decided
to reject it.

"Are there any objections, Ayanokouji-kun?"

"Yes ..., of course, I will obey you. That was the right decision to go to
class A." I nodded at the judgment she made. Closing her eyes once ...,
Ichinose took a deep breath.

"I thank Ichinose-san for allowing us to have a cooperative relationship.
But ..., even if you hold onto us, then we will become enemies." Ichinose
calmly accepts Horikita's determination.

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"It doesn't make sense to hate you. From the beginning, we were indeed
enemies who were doing temporary armaments. I'm also very grateful for
that."

Ichinose who slowly opened her eyes, of course did not seem to have eyes
that were hating Horikita or me.

"With this, in grade 2 we will become clear enemies."

"Yes..."

Horikita gripped the hand Ichinose offered.

There should have been some calculations in Horikita's head. Regarding
the strengths and weaknesses of class B. How will she defeat them?

Also, Ichinose will definitely tremble at the strength of our class. How
will she hold it? She should think about it from now on. With this, our brief
discussion ends.

Starting in April, the actual battle with class B will begin.

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Part 2

Even though we disbanded, Ichinose remained in that place for a while.

Defeat and cancel the partnership. I think she just wants to think of
various things in her head. Therefore, we decided to return first.

Shortly before going down the stairs ...

"Wait a minute ..." I, who had just left the cafe at Keyaki Mall, was called
from behind by Horikita. Horikita stopped when I looked back.

"Without having to look back there is something I want to ask." I accept
that request.

With that serious tone, I decided not to look back as a sign of agreement.

"What's up suddenly ...?"

"What suddenly? Isn't there something for you to apologize to me?" An
angry voice came from behind.

"I don't know what you are talking about." Even though I tried to ignore
it, without a doubt Horikita spoke directly to the point.

"Are you the one making arrangements for Ichinose-san's Class B so we
can fight Class A?"

"That's the thing."

"If I didn't cooperate with you at that time, wouldn't things become
Troublesome? "

" But you cooperated flawlessly."

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"That's ... Because I think it will be troublesome later. Can you explain
it?"

"Ichinose said it already, Kaneda won the lottery and chose to fight class
B. In other words, what I did behind would not change the outcome."

"What I want to hear is ... Why did you decide to fight Class A without
permission?."

"I judge because that's the biggest chance we can win."

"Thinking about it ... Isn't it still better to fight the Kaneda-kun and
Ryuuen-kun classes?"

"There's a high chance that it will be done in the same way as Class B. At
least only Sudo and Horikita can be used."

"That's just the opinion of the results that have already taken place. At that
time there was no mistaking that class D had to be opposed."

One step ... I can understand the distance from the sound that is
approaching here. Even so, she didn't get too close.

"Is what I'm saying wrong?"

"No. Of course, fighting with Class A is the biggest loss. I don't deny it."

"I'll leave the problem, why are you ignoring my warnings. But why does
it have to be Class A?" Even though it was decided that it was an assessment
of myself, with just that point she wouldn't accept it...

"Why do you think? Why do I have to make arrangements like that ... Can
you know that?"

I'm trying to ask ... a question that can't be answered.

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A question that cannot be answered by people who do not know about my
relationship with Sakayanagi, also the cause and effect of Whiteroom.

"If you think with materials that can be used for reasoning ... You can
only deduce the answer from the phrase [having the greatest chance of
winning] that you said. So why should class B and class D be excluded? First
of all, class B There is no doubt that it can be ruled out. "

There was no need to bother making arrangements, there was an
agreement with Class B. Until the agreement was no longer available, I
considered it unlikely that Ichinose would come against us.

"The problem is class D. It was an opponent who was definitely chosen
without hesitation. Even class B who had fought against him was completely
defeated. That was because of the tactics that Ryuuen used. I, also, didn't
know what would happen if fighting in a situation. The same one."

The possibility of becoming evenly matched or there may be a loss cannot
be ruled out.

"Everyone thinks class D is an easy opponent, that's why you feel
unpleasant feelings."

Maybe that's the maximum conclusion she can think of.

"Have you predicted that Ryuuen will appear or what event he will
choose?"

"Maybe so ... That's why I tried to sacrifice class B."

"Even if what you say is true, you should consult me."

"That's right ..." I accept without denying it.

There is no reason for me to move along.

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"But ... Is that really the reason?"

"And what does that mean ?"

"During class voting, you get a lot of votes from class A and get first
place. Then you can get protection points. You bet on the dropout to fight
Class A as a commander. Is this just a coincidence? As if, Like you and
Sakayanagi-san conspiring together. "

Although the words she just mentioned also include pure accident.
However, she has started to notice my relationship with Sakayanagi and her
background.

"Forget it ... It's ridiculous to say so. The most important thing is that there
is no evidence."

Saying that ... Horikita withdrew her statement.

"I want to hear your thoughts again. You intend to go to class A right ...?"

"I said that before ..."

"Yes, but I don't know whether that is true or not. From the start of the
school entrance ceremony until recently, as far as I know, you are very
reluctant to move up the class."

"People grow. Even you grow up, I feel like I misread you at the entrance
ceremony. Just like that."

Actually, I started to think of a higher class, but I wasn't surprised if she
couldn't believe it. Mainly because I'm not cooperating with Horikita. From
the point of view of others, it is not surprising that I am reflected as a
frightening presence.

"Yeah, people will grow ... Perceptions will change."

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Maybe she still had some dissatisfaction, but little by little Horikita
convinced herself.

But it seems like this is not the end of the conversation.

"Our class has grown. There is a real feeling that it will get stronger. But
that is not enough. Your cooperation is very necessary to be able to advance
to class A."

"In other words?"

"So far you have been half-hearted in both learning and exercising. It's
true you didn't pull your feet in an average position, but that doesn't
contribute."

(TLN: the word pulling foot here means to be a burden or sabotage like
Kushida.)

That's a painful statement in the ear. It is true that contributions that are
clearly visible are almost non-existent.

"I wonder if you can let go of such ties? From now on you will do
everything you can. That should be proof that you are willing to go to class
A." This is neither a threat nor a request.

It's what she say's to test my thoughts. Of course, this prickly way of
speaking is understandable.

"Rejected."

"As expected"

(Yappari)

Instead of being surprised. She laughed when she heard that.

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"You can only say it. You don't mean to help me get into Class A."

"At least the current condition."

The tit-for-tat was relatively general, and I retaliated against Horikita.

It took her a little time to process the meaning of the word.

"Eh ...? Current conditions?"

Cooperation from me that she thought she would never get.

But I think I can make some compromises now.

"I also have a reason to accumulate in a year. If I suddenly go all out right
after the spring break, let alone classmates, the whole school year ... No, the
whole school will be rumored. I want to avoid this situation as much as
possible. "

"I admit that you are indeed extraordinary. But you value yourself too
high huh ... From the perspective of study alone, classmates either me or
Yukkimura-kun or from other classes Ichinose-san and Sakayanagi-san.
There are many other students ranked above. I wonder if you are as good as
they are? "

It was not a story that could come in and be suddenly accepted, said
Horikita in surprise.

"Of course, there is a temporary gap, which will attract too much
attention, As long as you stabilize your grades at the top level of 10% to 20%
in the class, it should be accepted quickly. After all it is not unusual for
students to improve their grades drastically in a short amount of time. "

Horikita's thought seems to end with a conclusion like that.

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If the measurements were accurate, it would have ended there. But if it's
not accurate, it won't end there.

"Sorry Horikita ..., but I don't think anyone in the same school year can
compete against me."

Unless there are students who have the potential to grow, Also who are
not serious and do not show their skills.

"You can say it ... To the point that I'm surprised by your big talk."
Unable to accept it, Horikita objected to it.

"Just because my brother recognizes you ... That won't be proof. You
haven't even been able to show clearly once how amazing you are to me."

"Daily life is not enough?"

"Is there any evidence that you are the best in learning? No, it's not just a
matter of learning. To be able to have your big talk recognized, you must be
able to win at any point. At least at one event, you lost to Sakayanagi at
chess. Of course, I admit it was a level battle that was even harder to believe.
But losing was still losing. So how could it be ... You said nothing in the
school year could fight you? "

"You're free to see that Horikita. My statement might be bluffing."

"In the end you ran away like that. You're just a liar who is never
serious."

"Will you be satisfied if you imprint the scammer?"

Horikita returned to silence.

If the elimination of anger can satisfy her, then this is the end of this
story.

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I took one step down the stairs.

"Let me test it." She returned with a strong tone.

"What test?"

"Your true ability. I can understand to some extent that you are smart and
have good motor nerves, but you are not as clear as floating above a cloud.
Your abilities really remain unknown." Does she want to test with herself as a
benchmark?

"I want to know if your abilities are worth hiding."

"Are you confident that you can be an accurate benchmark?"

"I am very confident that I can get a higher score on a written test than
you, and I am sure that I can also win a fight if I fight seriously."

Winning right, for one year, Horikita has always been above me in the test
scores.

Despite the fact that boys have the advantage in terms of speed and
strength, but if it's a battle that uses technique, then she fully has the
advantage, I can understand what she wants to say. In fact, even though
Horikita was in an unhealthy physical condition, she was able to fight well
against Ibuki.

Also, she should have seen me relent when faced with her brother when I
first entered this school. It was an affirmation that she was able to win from
me with confidence after calculating it.

"Then how do you test it?"

"There are so many ways to do it. We can have a written exam in my
place or your room." The reason she said there was no need to look back was
to avoid negotiations other than my voice.

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Because only by eye contact, can read various kinds of emotions. She
considered that the position was not in her favor.

She was wary of the only psychological warfare she did not want to wage.

"It's okay for me to accept it, but it's just a one-sided story. There's no
benefit for me."

"Is this a matter of profit and loss? You hid your abilities and kept it a
secret from me. If you don't accept it here, I can forcefully drag it out now?
As you have lately been attracting too much attention ..., isn't it difficult for
you to fool it? ?"

That is very weak to be a threat. However Horikita will not spread it
because it will harm the future. However, given Horikita's growth, this may
be a line of compromise.

Horikita calmly waited for an answer from my long thoughts.

"Let's do this. In the written exam in April, only one subject would be
decided beforehand and compete for the highest score. Even if I got 100, I
can also say that I have desperately tutored this subject."

If other subjects don't have high grades, then this is a good reason.

"It's a bit weak to measure your ability, but ... I wonder if it's okay to fight
in an official place ...?"

"At least I think after you will lose later. If I want to raise all the values ​of
my subjects in the future, then it is necessary to make such a foundation."

"Okay ... I'll follow your idea. But how do you decide which subjects to
test?"

"Of course you can choose whichever one you like, about the time I leave

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it to you too. Then, You can tell me the subjects that were tested on the
official test day. It doesn't matter if you tell it to me before the test will take
place."

"I see ... So you intend to win without notice, that is the minimum
requirement to study evenly. That means you can get a certain level of ability
with just one subject."

In this way, Horikita can be convinced to a certain extent.

"If I win, then I will judge that your abilities are not that much, and after
that, I want you to do everything you can, it's okay right ...?"

"Yes ... But if I win, you will grant me one wish."

"That's true, if it's just one side, it's not fair. What do you want?"

"I don't know ... I will think about what I want."

"Isn't that unfair. If I agree here, then I might be told to do things that
don't make sense."

"Are you worried that you will lose later ...? I thought you were confident
in your proposal."

" Can you really say that ?"

"There's no need to force yourself. If you don't have confidence, it doesn't
matter if you win this game as if it didn't exist. "

If I say that, Horikita can no longer back down.

"Okay ... If I lose, I will accept whatever your requirements are. Is it okay
like this?"

"That's enough. Alright, it's been decided."

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Thus, in April, a written exam battle with Horikita was decided. Horikita
stood beside me as she stepped forward.

Then, she went down the stairs one step ahead of me.

"I look forward to it. Direct confrontation with you."

Of course ... Horikita will probably take all the steps necessary to
challenge the exam.

Well ... For me, I just act as usual. I decided to remain standing there until
Horikita's back was no longer visible.

"Now ... What should I do after this?" Initially I intended to go straight
home, but I changed my mind.

I'm a little worried about Ichinose's condition.

She might have returned home. What is she thinking right now huh?

When I thought about that, I realized that there was a man who was
staring at me. Looks like it's not a coincidence that our eyes meet.

As if invited by his gaze, I descended the stairs.

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Part 3

Same day, 11:30 a.m. The men's toilet on the second floor of Keyaki Mall.

There were two men talking. A person who once resigned as leader and
returned to the front stage once again, Ryuuen Kakeru.

And another person, is a student who has kept his class in class A for one
year, Hashimoto Masayoshi. It's not a coincidence that they met. But
Hashimoto called him to this unpopular place.

"So ... To the point of calling me to a place like this... Intrigue as to what
you want to talk about?"

"Come on, don't badmouth me, there is no such intrigue. I just want to talk
about the past year." Saying that, Hashimoto took a vague attitude.

Ryuuen doesn't hate it ... People who always hold the atmosphere. But at
the same time he didn't like it. He had the feeling that it was still better for
fools with physical strength like Ishizaki and Ibuki, because they were easier
to understand.

Of course, Hashimoto did not trust Ryuuen, nor believed that he would be
trusted by Ryuuen. Just sharing deals with the same interests.

However, both of them knew that sometimes this formed a close
relationship.

"In the previous final exam at the end of year you beat the class B ... Can
I assume that you have fully recovered?"

"I don't know ... Maybe just a whim." Without answering seriously,
Ryuuen smiled with his arms crossed.

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"If it's just for fun, then it's a frightening whimper. If the whim is still
aiming for class A then it's better to stop there."

Ryuuen Reluctant to trade with him, Hashimoto gave a white flag by
raising both hands.

(TLN: white flag is a term for surrender.)

"Are you that interested in my movements?"

"You're the one who once backed away, then suddenly came back again...
Isn't it weird if I wasn't interested about that?"

He was more interested in movement than existence that would become a
barrier later.

"Are you doing surveillance like this on instructions from Sakayanagi?"

"Unfortunately ... That question is not easy to answer."

Even though Hashimoto said it ambiguously, Ryuuen already knew that
this was not an instruction from Sakayanagi. Even so Ryuuen mentioned
Sakayanagi's name to find out Hashimoto's true intentions.

"So, what will you do in the future?"

"Why ... do you have a problem?" As he laughed, Ryuuen approached
Hashimoto. Slightly strengthening Hashimoto's body, taking a defensive
stance for emergencies.

Even though the person chooses the place himself, this is a less popular
toilet. There are no surveillance cameras to ensure safety in the event of an
emergency. It crossed his mind to record on the cell phone, but if he was
found out, then there was the fear that his relationship with Ryuuen would
disappear.

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"Don't you think you can win as long as you are clever in the middle as a
double spy"

The pressure that comes with laughter is very different from ordinary
people.

"Ha. The skinny dead camel is bigger than a horse, so brave !!"
Hashimoto felt impatience at the same time he also felt joy.

Class A is quite solid. However, depending on Sakayanagi's behavior, it
could have shifted up or down. When it falls to the bottom class, then here is
a good chance that Ryuuen classes will win.

Of course, it's a reasonable decision if you spit it out there.

That's why Hashimoto said points that must be denied.

"Sorry, Ryuuen. I didn't mean to only do it in 2 classes."

"Oh, what do you mean?"

"Yes, although it's a bit early..." Hashimoto took out his cell phone and
showed Ryuuen's display screen. Proving him that he isn't recording, but
making a phone call.

In short call times.

Ryuuen immediately knew that the other side was waiting for a call from
Hashimoto.

"Come here, come where I have told you before." Briefly notifies the
other party then end the call.

"Who do you think he is? Ryuuen."

"I have no idea..."

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"That's Ayanokouji ..."

"Ayanokouji ...? Ah, for a moment I thought who it would be." The name
Hashimoto mentioned didn't make Ryuuen panic. If he is shocked ...
Hashimoto plans to get some information.

But ... Too fast to give up, he will persistently pursue him.

"Do you know what is the reason for me to call Ayanokouji to this place?"

"Who knows."

Ryuuen who clearly answered ..., then continued ...

"Is he really the person you are calling to this place ...? It doesn't look like
that to me ..." Traps that are easy to set up ... Can also be easily rearranged.

"Geez ... It seems impossible to lie half-heatedly huh..."

Hashimoto hoped that Ryuuen would react differently than usual by
mentioning Ayanokouji's name. But Ryuuen seemed to show a rather
problematic attitude when the name was mentioned.

"What are you talking about, huh...? Did you do something behind ...
Hashimoto?" Hashimoto was interested in Ayanokouji, on the contrary, he
could be suspected of something about it. Even so, Hashimoto never removed
Ayanokouji's distrust of Ryuuen.

That was because he did not think that Ryuuen who liked to act like a
King could simply retreat against Ishizaki and the others. Ayanokouji's
shadow flashed from Sakayanagi's series of actions.

"The one I'm calling to this place is ..." Footsteps approach the second
floor toilet.

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Then a male student appeared.

"Aa. Looks like you called out an attractive man again ... Hashimoto."
What appeared in front of Ryuuen and Hashimoto was Kanzaki Ryuuji.
Three people who don't usually see each other are gathering.

"He really wants to see you anyway. I decided to bridge it."

"So? What are the rewards?"

"Isn't that obvious ... Namely the connection with class B."

"Sakayanagi is targeting Ichinose. With the catalyst they are enemies. Do
you think he will accept it?"

"He will accept it ... Right... Kanzaki ..."

"I don't trust you Hashimoto ..., but I think you deserve to be used."

"That's what he said ..."

If he shares the same interests, Hashimoto will ally with Kanzaki.

Then ... Hashimoto put his hand on Kanzaki's shoulder while laughing out
loud.

"For my sake ... This person will listen to what I say knows ..."

"I see ... So that's what you mean by not ending up with only 2 classes."

Until now, Hashimoto had only been interested in Ryuuen's class. But as
soon as Ryuuen chose to retreat ... That made him expand his view.

"Yes ... I intend to do the same with Ayanokouji's class later." No matter
which class won, Hashimoto stated that he would act for his own safety.

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However, Ryuuen's interest had moved from Hashimoto to Kanzaki.

"You have a topic that won't bore me, right?"

"I don't know what you expect, but I don't have anything to please you."

In front of Ryuuen ..., Kanzaki continued without hesitation. Come to this
place ... To talk about himself.

"End of year exams. I just want to talk about that moment."

"Are you going to tell me the opinion about your defeat?"

"Sorry, Ryuuen. I don't think that I lost to you."

At his strong statement Hashimoto whistled.

"You won by force with a dirty strategy. Don't forget that." It was very
understandable that Kanzaki wanted to file a complaint. If it's a live battle, he
might think he can get more than a draw. But his victory was stolen by
Ryuuen's dirty strategy.

"It's worthless ... Did you bother to come here just to say that?" For
Ryuuen, there is no such thing as playing clean or dirty. Winning still wins,
and Kanzaki's defeat is a result that can never change.

"Anyway ... What is the dirty strategy? Is it because I'm the commander?

"Don't pretend to be stupid. What I mean is about some students who have
stomachaches on the day of the exam and also some students who have a
mental attack."

Hashimoto, who did not know the details of the exam... Happily
applauded.

"No wonder he was angry. You really did stand out, huh... Ryuuen."

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"I mean to say that such devious actions will not work again for Class B in
the future."

"Ha ... Ha ... Ha ... Do you think Ichinose can prevent it? Or will you cry
at school?"

"No, that's not possible."

Kanzaki immediately denied. Because it's not something a good person
like Ichinose can do.

"Then ... Who can prevent it?"

"I..."

Towards Kanzaki's unwavering attitude, Ryuuen had two thoughts.

Is he just bluffing ... Or maybe ...

"What can Ichinose followers like you can do?"

He took steps to find it. To find out the meaning of Kanzaki's words.

"During this one year ... It's true that I only stood beside Ichinose as her
supporter. However, it was because on the first day of entering this school, I
assessed Ichinose that she was a person who could show superior leadership
and was able to form team strength, good compared to other class students.
Trust in that is still unshakeable, but she also has great weaknesses with her
lack of ability to avoid critical situations or readiness to leave a weak person
in an emergency. "

"Hoo ... I thought this would be a boring conversation, I didn't expect it to
be quite interesting. I thought the class B contained students who is holding
hands to make a good relationship, Apparently there were students ... Who
has such thoughts... "

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However, Ryuuen immediately refused.

"I don't need it if it's just talking ... Dogs can do it if it's just barking."

"If so ... You just try ..., with that I will prove it."

Hashimoto, who collaborated with Kanzaki only to make connections
with class B, slightly changed his evaluation of Kanzaki. It was possible that
Kanzaki could do more than he thought.

"Okay, If that's what you want ... Next I will completely destroy it
thoroughly."

"I don't know what dirty act you will use, but unlike Ichinose I will not
forgive you. If you don't want to lose in your own field, you should fight
honestly and fairly. "

"I hope your class isn't a class like shit ..."

While laughing ... Ryuuen went to the toilet. Hashimoto followed after.

"Interesting, isn't it...? If there's something else ... You can consult me ​
again, Kanzaki..." Hashimoto originally thought that Kanzaki would go back
after the declaration was over, so he left with this sentence.

But Kanzaki approached, and he stood next to Hashimoto. Kanzaki's
strong feelings enveloped this place ... Perhaps intending to show
intimidation to both of them.

(TLN: Are they lions, piss*ng to mark their territory. LOL)

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And after he finished, Kanzaki finally said once more in a strong tone.

"Remember that ... Ryuuen." Saying that, Kanzaki left the toilet one step
ahead.

"He ... He ... He ... How terrible ... I am horrified!"

"How will you beat Class B next?"

"I don't know ..." Fooling him, Ryuuen laugh loudly while remembering
something completely different. An incident about an hour before the
discussion between Hashimoto and Kanzaki began.

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Part 4

While I was worried whether I would return home or see Ichinose's
condition after separating from Horikita, I was led by Ryuuen to the crowded
corridor of Keyaki Mall.

The distance between the two of us was quite far, if someone came and
saw it, we could immediately go and pretend to be strangers who just
happened to pass by.

"Did you hear from Ishizaki, if I came to Keyaki Mall?"

"Well, I even bother going to look for you ..."

Did the discussion with Ishizaki and the others end for only about an hour
or were they just delayed?

Yes ... However, it is... Like never before... It seems that the spirit in
Ryuuen's eyes has returned.

"You already know my contact information. Don't think it's better for you
to contact me from there?"

"I plan to talk, In front of your boring face." Then let's talk in this limited
amount of time. What he wants to say.

"What do you mean by that ...?" 'that' was what he meant, about the
message I left with Hiyori whose contents ['if it was me, I could get more
than five wins in a better and safer way'] to be delivered to Ryuuen. He
seemed to have conveyed the message very well.

I thought if he heard that message from Hiyori ..., then he would definitely
come to contact me.

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"It's the same meaning as that. If it's me ... Then I can do it better."

"Whatever method I use, it's up to me."

"Then I don't want to end it like that. If you leave this school because you
used a bad way again, then I will be lonely ..."

Even though those were natural words, they didn't seem to be conveyed to
Ryuuen properly.

"Ha ... Ha ... Ha ... What kind of joke is that ...? You're quite arrogant for
the person who was defeated by Sakayanagi huh ..."

"Of course ... our class has been defeated by Sakayanagi ... As long as I
cannot fulfill my duties as a commander, I will not make excuses. In the
future, you can fight with her and determine for yourself whether Sakayanagi
is greater than me or not. "

"Ha .. You underestimate me, huh..?" Ryuuen's smile disappeared, and he
began to approach me.

"You once defeated me, you can't be less capable than Sakayanagi."

Apparently, intending to provoke, with courage to say that I'm not inferior
to him.

"Thank you for complimenting me ..., but does that include even though I
didn't hold my skills in the exam?"

"Sorry, but I don't believe it. Rather than you lose with your true
abilities... It makes more sense if you didn't seriously compete in the exam
from the beginning ... Or maybe the story will be more credible if you have
somehow been involved in an unavoidable incident. Schools may also be
arranged to face the class A win, so more people believe."

That's not the right answer, but it turns out he's sharper than I imagined.

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Maybe at this school only Ryuuen was able to read deeply about
ridiculous and absurd things like this. That is the absolute conviction that
comes from confronting me directly.

"So ...? For you who have returned ... What will you do next... Ryuuen
...?"

"Don't decide if I've returned ... I intend to enjoy my vacation a little
more."

(Tln: Ryuuen uses the term he is no longer talking about the spring break
but the vacation being the class leader.)

Ryuuen said that his overall participation would still be in the future.

"But ... If I get bored with my vacation, then I will destroy Ichinose and
Sakayanagi as a warm-up."

"That's an amazing change of mind."

"Kukuku ... It's true. I was even surprised by myself. Didn't think that I
was so excited to take revenge on you so quickly."

"So that's how it is ..."

A snake will wake up from its long sleep. If that happened, neither class B
nor class A could ignore Ryuuen.

Sakayanagi might really want that ... Right now, it's not strange which one
will win later.

"I'm grateful for that. If you destroy Ichinose and Sakayanagi first ...
Everything goes as desired. We can reach the upper classes smoothly."

This is also an important part for us to be able to rise to the upper class.

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"I thought you didn't care about the state of the class ..."

"Now it's a little different. That class will be in a high position next year.
Even if there wasn't me at that time."

"Ha..?"

When I say 'if there isn't me', Ryuuen makes a suspicious face.

"I might be in a targeted position in the future. In that case, it would not
be surprising if anyone dropped out of school by himself, wouldn't it?"

If Tsukishiro wants ... There are many things he can do. It is estimated
that something that cannot be stopped even by taking tough measures will
happen. Of course, in order to make it not so easy for the other party, I am
also running around.

"Don't worry ... If there is anyone who can make you drop out, then that's
me."

His arrogance was really like Ryuuen once ...

"But...."

Ryuuen who was trying to say something .., instantly disappeared from
my sight. Quickly shortening the distance ..., he then stretched his left arm
directly towards my face.

Sharp fingertips point to my eyeballs without hesitation, urging me to
overcome them.

"Haa ..."

The kick turned towards my face with the right foot ... But it was a fake
attack.

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The real attack is a turning kick with the left foot. Avoiding all of his
attacks, I took distance from Ryuuen.

"Jeez ... Even though it was a perfect surprise attack ... What kind of
monster are you ...?"

"You really do it prominently huh ..." Although it's personal, there are
plenty of surveillance cameras in the Keyaki mall.

Of course, unless students consider it a problem, it will not attract
attention to because of small things, which motivates Ryuuen's unique bold
behavior.

"My heart is talking and I want to eat you."

The instinct of a snake to bite even though it has just woken up from its
long sleep.

"Aren't you are attacking me?"

"I want to avoid the risk of fighting you in this place. Besides, it's not time
yet."

"Is this the convenience of a strong person? If it was you who said that
then it was like really, Really thrilling ..." His eyes shined the same as before,
was it not more than before ... I didn't think that it was a spirit that has been
submerged under water for several months.

"You have potential. That's why you have to grow even better ...
Ryuuen!"

Seemingly disliking my words ..., Ryuuen hit the wall beside him.

"Grow better ... huh ...? How long have you been, my teacher?"

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"I'm telling the facts for what they are. Fraudulent methods. Cowardly
actions. Or sometimes using criminal acts. I don't think it's okay to use any
strategy to win."

"Haa ..."

"I heard that Ishizaki and the others use laxatives. It's not bad to use the
karaoke room when mixing it, but if someone keeps the leftovers or drinks,
you will be trapped. This is an act that you will be dropped out without
saying a word. Even if you succeed through it, strange behavior in the exam
will deepen the school's suspicion. You are saved because Ichinose did not
file a complaint with the school. "

"Ichinose's kind personality is part of my calculations too."

"If that's the case, then it's a naive calculation. No matter how long, You
will never surpass me."

"You can really say it ..."

Ryuuen once again started to get closer to me. But he showed no signs as
before. Even if he really wanted to do the same thing as before, it was not
difficult to deal with it.

"You're free to listen to my advice or not. But if you stay like this ... Then
our rematch won't be realized."

How will he receive it ..? Advice from his enemy ... It can measure one of
Ryuuen's talents. Hitting the wall hard next to him, Ryuuen tried to calm his
mind.

"I will accept your damn advice this time. But ... I will definitely destroy
you one day."

"That's a good spirit, Ryuuen. It's not a bad thing if it was you who
destroyed and made me drop out from this school." Even though in his heart

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he was angry, but my words seemed to be well listened to by Ryuuen.

This will further enhance the strategy that Ryuuen made in the future.
Grade 2 race will really become unimaginable.

Will Ryuuen defeat Sakayanagi and ascend to A at once? Or will
Sakayanagi be able to prevent it? Or will Ichinose make a strong comeback in
the future?

In the face of this three-legged situation, how will Horikita goes deep into
the battlefield?

Looks like I'll soon see a different look from last year.

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Part 5

It was an event that happened before this toilet event.

After seeing Kanzaki's glimpse, Ryuuen said ...

"Return to the war. I have done too much when fighting class B ..., but
surely there is still room to reflect on it." Admit it. In order to defeat
Ayanokouji, he had to admit the place where he had to be recognized.

"That's really a commendable thing ..., do you think there are some dirty
ways that you use? Are you going to fight exactly the way Kanzaki wants,
fighting honestly and fairly?"

"Jeez ...? Who said that?

"Hah?"

"I did it prominently because it was spoiled by Ichinose who gave a lot of
space for it. That's why I let my guard down by letting the little fish breathe."

"Oh, I see..."

The thing to think about isn't about using a cowardly method. But that is
using naive rationale.

"Next time I'll do it better and destroy it even more."

No matter what Kanzaki said ... Ryuuen wouldn't just swallow it. If he
really hid his fangs, then they would find out soon enough.

"During this one year you have also grown, huh ... Ryuuen ...? I'm happy
to connect that pipe. You also have to consider the possibility that
Sakayanagi can defeat you." Observing the opportunity to prey, Hashimoto

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began to approach Class B.

As long as he is able to graduate in class A, he doesn't care which class
wins in the end.

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Part 6

Afternoon, rain starts to fall like a bucket upside down, with precipitation
exceeding 30 mm.

Somehow I did not go home, and instead stayed alone in Keyaki Mall.
The place in the school yard is really practical, there is almost no difficulty
for me to return home because of the sudden rain.

That's because students who don't bring anything can borrow a temporary
umbrella. As long as returning it within the time limit that has been set, then
it's free, because it's not a few users who use it. Some students who come out
to play in the morning do not bring an umbrella to reduce luggage from the
start.

Yes ... Even though I say so, today there are a few exceptions.

With the rain pouring down like this, even with an umbrella it would still
be wet.

"Today ... It doesn't seem like it will stop." According to estimates, the
rain will continue from noon until tomorrow morning.

Every now and then, every time my phone rings, the Ayanokouji group
continues to discuss everything from rain to other conversations. And now it
seems like they're talking about the rain that just happened.

"What to do, huh..."

I don't want to participate in the group chat now, anyway, just leave it
alone so that it won't show the read.

I saw the conversation in the group while continuing to stare at my cell
phone screen.

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And when I was thinking about something, I kept repeating seeing the rain
outside the window. Wasting time without doing anything.

Sometimes maybe it's okay if there is a time like this.

Instead of returning to the cafe, I sat quietly on a bench to pass the time.
But yeah ... I don't mean to repeat for hours. I decided to go home about 20 or
30 minutes after listening to the sound of rain.

I used my student card on the machine to rent an umbrella. The lower
body, especially from the knees down, will definitely be wet, but this is better
than nothing.

After I decided to go outside and intend to go to the hostel, near the exit I
saw a familiar student ... I found Ichinose. In the midst of this torrential rain
..., she did not hold an umbrella in her hand.

So she was still at the Keyaki Mall huh ...

There was no sign of her playing with her friends. She is alone. She
probably thought of many things after parting with us.

She must be making some adjustments in her mind. However, judging by
her condition she has not been able to adjust it well. If she returned to the
dorm without an umbrella, surely she would definitely get soaked.

I thought she was waiting for her friend who had an umbrella, but it didn't
seem so. It might be best to leave her alone, but this time I was a little
worried about her after the full defeat that occurred in Class B. I hurried back
to rent another umbrella.

I was a little late, when I came back Ichinose is ready to walk while
getting wet.

She did not lead to the dormitory. Ichinose walked towards the school in

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the opposite direction. Also ... She still doesn't have an umbrella and keeps
walking in the rain.

I could have let it go, but ... I chased after Ichinose with an umbrella in
my hand.

Because the rain was very heavy, she could not hear the sound of my
footsteps. Even if I called out to her, She couldn't hear ... Finally, Ichinose
arrived at the school path, where the school building could be seen. In the
pouring rain like this, of course ..., there was no sign of anyone around. After
that, she began to look towards the sky.

Instead of hating because it was rained on, it felt like she really wanted to
get wet because it was rained on.

What are you feeling And what are you thinking about? It's not hard to
guess that.

It's not bad to keep it in the rain until she really understands all that, but
she will catch a cold.

For now, Ichinose ... Feels more or less terrible.

"If you remain standing in such a place, you will catch a cold ..."

Raising my voice volume slightly, I called out to Ichinose while
approaching her.

"... Ayanokouji-kun."

She might not think that there was someone here, She was a little
surprised, When Ichinose looked at me.

"Un ..."

However, she only replied lightly not intending to move away. Without

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fear of getting rained on, she once again looked at the sky.

"Go back first, I do feel like I want a little rain." When I approach the
distance where I can hear her voice, Ichinose tells me like that.

"Oh, I see..."

Even though she said it was a little ..., but this was very heavy rain.

If you leave it like this, Ichinose will be exposed to rain for an hour or
two.

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It seems like this is not the right situation and listen to persuasion from
someone. So to end it requires a little force.

For Ichinose there is a way of handling, That works for Ichinose only.

I lowered the umbrella I was holding, then folded it. In an instant, the rain
began to seep from my hair to my feet.

"A ... Ayanokouji-kun ...?"

"I guess I'll accompany you ..." With my actions like that, of course
Ichinose can't ignore it.

"Why...?"

"There are times when I want to be exposed to rain without any meaning."

This is different from Ichinose, which means being exposed to heavy rain.
Two people were soaked despite having two umbrellas in their hands. I had a
strange experience like that.

"You'll catch a cold ..."

"You too, Ichinose ..."

"I'm fine. On the contrary, I think it's okay if I catch a little cold."

So it was. It may be the most appropriate way to be so drenched by the
cold rain for such a long time.

"Yes ... Then I'll do it too ..." Of course, Ichinose will be confused if
someone answers that way. 'Then let's catch a cold together' they definitely
won't reply like that either ...

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