Distributing Points

"Attention, everyone!" Teacher Hoshinomiya stood at the front, her voice carrying a faint trace of excitement. "Now, open your personal devices and log in with your initial accounts! You're about to receive a 'big gift' from the school!"

The new students eagerly powered on their devices.

Toudou Shizuka's fingertips glided across the cool, smooth screen as she followed the prompts to enter her student ID and initial password. The system interface was sleek and responsive, loading at lightning speed. Her talent, [Accelerated Thinking], let her grasp all the operational logic in an instant. The moment she logged in, a prominent pop-up window filled the center of the screen:

[Kōdo Ikusei High School — Student Personal Account Activated Successfully!]

[Welcome, Toudou Shizuka (Class B).]

[Per the New Student Enrollment Agreement, your Private Points account has been activated with an initial balance of 100,000 Points.]

[Please manage your points carefully—they will accompany you through a vibrant campus life!]

100,000 Points!

Even though she'd anticipated it, seeing that number clearly on the screen made her heartbeat quicken involuntarily.

The System Light Spot in the upper right corner of her vision flickered faintly, as if recording the influx of this "huge sum." Around her, exclamations erupted one after another.

"Whoa! 100,000! That's a lot!"

"No way? That much money?"

"Now I can buy so many things!"

"The school's really generous!"

Kobashi Yume excitedly sidled up to Toudou, shaking her own tablet screen. "Toudou-kun, Toudou-kun! Look! 100,000 Points! We can go buy that new game console, right? Or that super cute limited-edition bag?"

Her eyes sparkled with stars.

[Kobashi Yume Affection +1 (Shared Joy). Current: 27 (Friendly).]

Toudou smiled, her tone cautious yet hopeful. "Yeah, it's a lot. But Teacher Hoshinomiya said points are important, so maybe we should see where they can be used first."

Her reply balanced agreement with rational restraint, fitting her "quiet but steady" persona.

"Toudou-san's right."

Kanzaki Ryuji's voice chimed in from the side. He adjusted his glasses, the lenses reflecting the screen's cold light, his expression serious. "100,000 Points sounds like a lot, but based on the campus spending levels mentioned in the handbook, this is probably just to get us used to the concept of points.

The real test is how we earn and maintain point growth. Especially," he paused, his gaze sweeping over the Class B students, "the class's overall evaluation directly affects the base points we get each month. That's the long-term, stable source."

[Target: Kanzaki Ryuji (Refresh)]

[Affection: 15 (Neutral) → 16 (Neutral)] — A slight increase from recognition of rational thinking.

[Skill Tree Refresh: Rational Analysis and Decision Making B-Rank (Active)... Financial Planning and Management B-Rank (Active)...]

Kanzaki's words were like cold water, dousing the shopping impulse that had just flared in some.

Ichinose Honami spoke up at the right moment, her voice gentle yet firm. "Kanzaki-kun's reminder is timely. These 100,000 Points are both a gift from the school and a responsibility. I hope everyone can plan rationally and use them where they're truly needed.

Of course, treating yourself a little is fine, but please remember—we Class B are one unit. The road ahead requires us to work together to earn more points!" Her A-rank leadership charisma lent her words persuasive power and cohesion.

"Yes, Class Leader!" The group responded in unison.

As Toudou listened, she quickly browsed the built-in apps on her personal device.

Sure enough, a prominent [Campus Store] icon caught her eye. She tapped it, and a dazzling array of product categories unfolded: Learning Supplies, Daily Necessities, Apparel and Accessories, Electronics, Food and Beverages... and even Tutoring Courses, Club Activity Reservations, and Special Facility Rental Services. The price range was vast, from basic stationery at a few dozen points to top-tier electronics or special services costing tens of thousands.

Her gaze swept over the "Daily Necessities" section. As expected, the school provided a basic configuration; for more comfort, you had to buy it yourself.

"Next, everyone can head to the daily necessities pickup area next door to collect your basic dormitory supply kits!" Teacher Hoshinomiya pointed to the adjacent room. "Then you can go back to your dorms to settle in and organize!

The dormitory building is behind the Teaching Building, and the map is marked on your devices. Remember, it's single dorms, ensuring everyone's privacy and rest quality!"

"Single dorms? Awesome!"

This news sparked another round of cheers. For students used to communal living, having a private space was a huge perk.

Toudou followed the crowd and picked up a hefty package stamped with the school emblem.

Inside were basic bedding, a toiletry bag, towels, hangers, and other essentials. The quality was decent but far from refined.

On the way to the dormitory building, the atmosphere lightened. Students chatted in small groups, debating how to spend their 100,000 Points and looking forward to the single dorms. Toudou walked quietly, her gaze seemingly casual as it swept over the students passing by.

[Scan Target: Class D Passerby A]

Video Game (Action): C-Rank

[Scan Target: Class C Bystander B]

Basketball Enthusiast: D-Rank

[Scan Target: Horikita Suzune (Brushed Past)]

Learning Ability (Theoretical Absorption and Logical Deduction): A-Rank (Core Skill)

Self-Discipline and Focus: A-Rank (Core Skill)

Athletic Ability (Basic Physical Fitness): C-Rank

Social Skills (Active): D-Rank (This is a negative effect, huh.)

[Affection: 5 (Indifferent) → 4 (Indifferent)] - Slight decrease due to aversion to the surrounding noisy environment.

A flicker stirred in Toudou Shizuka's heart. An A-rank Learning Ability! If he could master it... combined with the [Thought Acceleration] talent he'd just bought... The thought was as seductive as a spell.

His mind immediately locked onto the most dazzling skill in Horikita Suzune's skill tree—[Learning Ability (Theoretical Absorption and Logical Deduction): A-rank].

[Enter Virtual Training Ground to simulate and learn the Target Skill?]

[Warning: Target (Horikita Suzune) affection is severely insufficient! Current affection: 4 (Indifferent). Unlocking Simulation Privilege for this skill requires target affection ≥ 70 (High Approval).]

[Hint: Target has an aloof personality and is extremely averse to meaningless social interaction. Raising affection will be very difficult and requires a targeted strategy.]

70 points! High Approval! Toudou Shizuka stared at the glaring "4 (Indifferent)" and felt a sharp ache in his teeth.

Horikita Suzune was a tougher nut to crack than he'd Anticipated. Trying to get close directly? It would likely backfire and make her even more repulsed.