Class D

In Class D, the assessment method was relatively simple, but progress was exceptionally slow.

Students needed to clearly inform their teacher of their unique abilities, and the teacher would judge whether the student was aware of their ability based on information the school possessed.

However, many students in Class D knew very little about their own abilities yet treated them as secrets, unwilling to reveal them easily. Even though Chabashira warned them that failure to pass the assessment would result in expulsion, they remained unrepentant and refused to communicate.

Horikita Suzune, Kouenji, Sudo, and Hirata were among the few students who had already reported their abilities to the teacher and passed the assessment.

Hirata Yosuke's approach was the most direct. He revealed his ability to the entire class and used it to directly control everyone, attempting to maintain peace within the class.

His ability could create a zone of peace around him. Within this domain, designated individuals could not engage in conflict. The more people he designated, the greater the mental strain on him. Yet, he stubbornly continued to designate the entire class, making Sudo grit his teeth in hatred.

However, Hirata soon discovered that while his ability could maintain superficial peace, it couldn't truly elicit his classmates' genuine feelings.

His control only ensured outward compliance; it couldn't change their true thoughts.

If they didn't want to reveal their abilities, he was powerless, which left him quite frustrated.

Horikita Suzune and Kouenji, on the other hand, approached the teacher directly, told her their abilities, and revealed nothing else.

Sudo's ability was even more straightforward; his Flame Ability was no longer a secret in the class.

Class D's slow assessment progress baffled the homeroom teacher and other instructors. They tried to encourage students to share their abilities more openly to better understand and guide them. However, Class D students seemed more inclined to remain silent, filled with uncertainty and fear about their abilities.

This situation created an atmosphere of tension and distrust within Class D. Students suspected each other, each trying to probe others' secrets while guarding their own. This atmosphere was detrimental to class unity and cooperation, making Class D's assessment even more difficult.

Inside the Class D classroom, the atmosphere was tense, like a taut string on the verge of snapping.

Sudo stood in the center of the classroom, his face etched with anger, fists clenched, the muscles in his arms tensed with fury.

His voice boomed through the classroom like thunder: "Wouldn't it be better if we all revealed our abilities and won the assessment sooner? Why is everyone being so secretive!"

His gaze was sharp as knives, sweeping over every classmate, but due to Hirata's ability, he couldn't directly lay hands on anyone to vent his frustration.

Ike and Yamauchi, standing beside him, cast grateful glances at Hirata, knowing that Hirata's ability had saved them from Sudo's violence.

Kushida Kikyo, who should have chimed in, had unfortunately tried to fool the teacher with a facade of her ability yesterday, but the teacher hadn't approved.

Fortunately, the teacher hadn't reported the incident, or she would be in trouble now.

As for simply telling the teacher since she already knew, she would never do that unless absolutely necessary, because she trusted no one.

"Hey, Sudo, what are you doing?" Karizawa Kei's voice carried a clear dissatisfaction and provocation. "It's our freedom whether we say it or not. What right do you have to boss us around and threaten us?"

Her tone held no trace of fear, only an unyielding feistiness.

Hirata Yosuke tried to play peacemaker, standing up and attempting to quell the anger of both sides: "Everyone, calm down. We can resolve this through dialogue; there's no need to get so agitated."

But unfortunately, no one listened to him. Sudo's anger, Kushida's worry, Karizawa's provocation, and the silence of the other students painted a picture of escalating conflict.

Hirata's voice sounded weak amidst the chaos, his efforts seemingly unable to quell the dispute.

The atmosphere in the classroom grew increasingly tense, with each student harboring their own concerns and secrets.

Their eyes were filled with distrust and wariness, not just towards their classmates, but also towards the teacher.

Inside the Class D classroom, the tense atmosphere was almost palpable.

Horikita Suzune sat at her seat, her expression conveying a sense of indifference, as if the surrounding chaos had nothing to do with her. She held a clear contempt for classmates who refused to reveal their abilities, viewing their secrecy as foolish and useless.

In her opinion, if these people were unwilling to cooperate, perhaps it would be better for the school to abandon them.

Chabashira's threat was mere background noise to her; she even adopted a "what the heck" attitude, seemingly prepared for the worst-case scenario.

Ayanokoji Kiyotaka quietly observed the class atmosphere, his gaze eventually settling on Horikita Suzune's cold profile. He realized it was time to act.

His gaze lingered on Horikita Suzune's profile for a moment, then he spoke softly, his voice low and mysterious: "Horikita, I... I think I might have a special ability."

Horikita Suzune turned her head, a hint of curiosity and disdain in her eyes: "Oh? Really? What ability do you have?"

Ayanokoji lowered his head slightly, his voice growing deeper: "I... I think I can create illusions for others, like this—"

Before he could finish speaking, a subtle mental fluctuation quietly emanated from him, attempting to implant a vague image into Horikita Suzune's consciousness.

Horikita Suzune's brow twitched slightly. She felt the mental fluctuation, and a sharp glint flashed in her eyes. Her mental power field instantly activated, like an invisible net, capturing the illusory power attempting to penetrate.

Her mind remained clear; any external interference appeared weak and powerless before her.

Ayanokoji's ability was quietly released, attempting to implant a vague image into Horikita Suzune's consciousness, but Horikita Suzune's mental power field was as solid as a rock. The illusory power lightly touched the edge of her consciousness and was ruthlessly repelled.

A confident smile curved Horikita Suzune's lips, her eyes revealing a "I've seen through you long ago" expression: "Your ability is Mind Illusion Creation, right?"

A flicker of surprise flashed in Ayanokoji's eyes. He feigned excitement at having his ability recognized by Horikita Suzune and looked at her with surprise: "Wow, how did you know? You're amazing!"

His performance was natural and genuine, not arousing Horikita Suzune's suspicion.

Ayanokoji then stood up and walked towards Chabashira, quietly telling her: "Teacher, I think I've found my ability. I can create illusions for others."

Chabashira's gaze fell upon Ayanokoji, her eyes carrying a hint of scrutiny.

But under Ayanokoji's description and his "performance," she quickly nodded in approval: "Very good, Ayanokoji. Your ability has been verified."

A low murmur of discussion arose from the class, and Ayanokoji returned to his seat, a satisfied smile on his face.

His objective had been achieved. Through deliberate misdirection, he had made Horikita Suzune "see" his ability, while he smoothly played the part of a rookie who had just discovered his power. All of this was within his plan.