Ch. 3121The Spirit of Craftsmanship
Key Plot Points and Events
- The joint school festival is causing students to work tirelessly for two simultaneous events, leading to exhaustion and frustration.
- Fang Zheng (Yuuki Masaru) meets with representatives from Nijisaki Academy and Sainan High School to discuss their joint performance at the festival.
- Kirizaki Kyoko, a popular idol, is revealed to be a student at Sainan High School and will perform at the festival.
- Sakayanagi Arisu, daughter of the Advanced Nurturing High School's chairman, apologizes to Fang Zheng on behalf of her school's former student council president, Nagumo Miyabi, who was disrespectful to Fang Zheng at a previous meeting.
- Fang Zheng implies that Advanced Nurturing High School should expel Nagumo Miyabi to settle the matter, but also suggests that students should have a chance to repent.
Character Developments
- Fang Zheng demonstrates his leadership and assertiveness in dealing with Sakayanagi Arisu and expressing his expectations for Advanced Nurturing High School.
- Kirizaki Kyoko's popularity is revealed, which may overshadow other performers at the festival.
- Sakayanagi Arisu shows diplomacy and understanding of her school's meritocratic principles, hinting at her strategic thinking.
Significant Themes
- The burden of leadership and the consequences of poor leadership decisions.
- The struggle between individual ambition and collective responsibility.
- The importance of meritocracy and the consequences of failing to uphold its principles.
Character Interactions
- Fang Zheng interacts with representatives from other schools, demonstrating his ability to work collaboratively while maintaining his position.
- Fang Zheng's conversation with Sakayanagi Arisu highlights his assertiveness and her diplomatic skills.
- Kirizaki Kyoko's presence may cause tension with other performers, raising the stakes for their performances.