Classroom of the Elite, I Really Just Want to Collect All the CGs

"Orange juice."

"OK~"

Soon, Ichinose Honami handed a bottle of orange juice to Shikime Natsu.

"Even though our classes are in competition, I... I feel like I could become very good friends with you, Shikime-kun."

This was the truth.

Although he had only met Ichinose Honami three times, he had basically never heard her say anything false.

Her personality was truly quite wonderful; having to admit it, chatting with a girl like this was a very pleasant experience.

"Yeah, I think so too."

Shikime Natsu nodded, but... in the end, they would still be competing. He just didn't know how this school arranged things, as every exam would affect the class points.

However, exams or whatever they were, they would definitely not be simple comparisons of academic grades. After all, if it were just about grades, Ichinose Honami should definitely be in Class A.

Shikime Natsu had also just learned that Ichinose Honami had placed first in the entrance exam. However, this was normal; looking at Ichinose Honami, this thought would always well up in Shikime Natsu's heart: "Her grades must be excellent."

"Really? That's great!"

Upon receiving Shikime Natsu's affirmative reply, Ichinose Honami seemed to heave a sigh of relief, revealing a captivating smile.

"Come to think of it, this should count as the first time you and I have chatted alone together."

Ichinose Honami sat on the bench next to Shikime Natsu and turned her head, seemingly enjoying the conversation with him.

"Yeah."

Shikime Natsu nodded. The first time was when Ichinose Honami noticed his gaze and came over to ask for his contact information; the second time was when she came over with Amikura Mako and the others. Only this time could be considered a private chat between the two.

"Shikime-kun is truly excellent, to be able to get that strict Student Council President to agree to let you join the student council."

As Ichinose Honami spoke, her tone was slightly airy. Within the girl's tone was only pure admiration, without a shred of jealousy, which was also related to her personality.

"Ichinose-san is equally excellent. One's excellence cannot be measured by whether or not they join the student council, can it? The students in Ichinose-san's class are also quite excellent people."

Shikime Natsu spoke, not denying the fact that he was excellent. His base stats were already quite good, and now that he had the power of his cheat, he was excellent to an absurd degree.

"That's true, isn't it."

Hearing Shikime Natsu say this, the expression on Ichinose Honami's face relaxed slightly.

As long as everyone in Class B could work hard and move forward, what did it matter whether they joined the student council or not?

"Besides, joining the student council leads to a lot of troublesome things. For example, the relationship between Nagumo and President Horikita is quite complicated, so I gave my student council spot to Katsuragi."

Shikime Natsu spoke, directly revealing this matter that even Nagumo Miyabi did not yet know about.

Of course, there was no difference between saying it and not saying it; after all, next week, when Katsuragi Kohei officially took office, Nagumo Miyabi would find out anyway.

"The student council position... was that also through a trade?"

When Ichinose Honami first heard Shikime Natsu say he had given it to Katsuragi Kohei, she couldn't help but be stunned for a moment. However, she quickly reacted—this was also a trade.

In this school, as long as it didn't violate the law, almost anything could be purchased with points.

"Correct."

Shikime Natsu nodded.

Although trading a student council position sounded a bit outrageous, it also made Ichinose Honami realize that Shikime Natsu was truly utilizing the school's rules to the fullest.

"Shikime-kun is truly amazing. Even though I know this now, it's hard to imagine that one could actually do this."

The girl's undisguised praise made Shikime Natsu feel quite pleased.

"Honami-chan!"

Just at this moment, a few girls from Class B noticed the two on the bench and called out.

"Sorry, I have to go now. Bye-bye."

Ichinose Honami waved at Shikime Natsu.

"Yeah, bye-bye."

Shikime Natsu nodded. Sigh... it's rare to find a girl as perceptive as Ichinose Honami.

He checked the time; it had only been a little over half an hour since school ended. He had originally thought today's business would take quite a bit of time, but he hadn't expected it to end so quickly.

As for Horikita Suzune... forget it. Changing his mind twice in a row would ultimately be bad.

Therefore, Shikime Natsu did not intend to notify Horikita Suzune any further.

Kamuro Masumi sent a message to Shikime Natsu saying that Sakayanagi Arisu had gone to the Chess Club today to compete and had won quite a few personal points.

Tsk, are the people in the Chess Club idiots? Why are they rushing to hand over their personal points?

"Help me ask Sakayanagi if she dares to play a round with me tonight. As for the stakes, let's go with the personal points Sakayanagi Arisu won from the Chess Club. If she loses, I'll give her the same amount of points and waive her maid service."

Shikime Natsu suddenly grinned, setting his sights on Sakayanagi Arisu.

"Are you serious?"

Kamuro Masumi felt that Shikime Natsu was being a bit too bold. Although she didn't understand chess, she knew that those who could join the Chess Club were definitely not simple characters.

"Of course."

"She agreed."

After Shikime Natsu confirmed this, Kamuro Masumi relayed the idea to Sakayanagi Arisu. If it were Shikime Natsu, he shouldn't make such a rash decision. If this guy Shikime Natsu really lost, then... no, Shikime Natsu should have plenty of points; he wouldn't need her charity.

As expected, Sakayanagi Arisu really agreed, so... she wouldn't stand on ceremony.

Chapter 61: Telling Hiyori a Horror Story

There was still some time before evening, so Shikime Natsu returned to his dormitory to grab his books before heading to the library.

He was going to see his little angel Shiina!

With a relaxed and happy mood, Shikime Natsu arrived at the library and happened to see the young girl reading. When she read, the girl appeared exceptionally quiet, a faint smile gracing her calm face.

Hmm, even when reading mystery or suspense novels, the girl's brow wouldn't furrow, and there wouldn't even be any obvious changes in her expression.

Perhaps the girl had already flipped through the books she had read countless times; even for a mystery novel where she already knew the plot, she could still read it with great relish.

Shikime Natsu didn't speak. Naturally, this was a library; if he made too much noise, he would attract quite a few gazes.

At the very least, Shikime Natsu didn't want to see that "you're being a nuisance" look from others.

Soon, Shikime Natsu moved to stand in front of Shiina Hiyori. Sensing someone approaching, Shiina Hiyori raised her head slightly. When she discovered that the person who had come was none other than Shikime Natsu, a flash of joy crossed her purple eyes.

Shikime Natsu hadn't come to the library for two days. Honestly, Shiina Hiyori had been a bit disappointed; he was a book friend she had finally managed to find who she could actually communicate with.

"I've been a bit busy these past two days. I've finished reading this book."

Shikime Natsu placed the book Shiina Hiyori had recommended to him on the table to the side. Of course, he had already checked it back in when he entered.

"Mm-hmm."

Shiina Hiyori nodded with a shallow smile on her face.

"Let's go to the discussion room."

Shiina Hiyori picked up her books and stood up. There were two books; one was the one she had been reading herself, and the other... was it one she intended to recommend to him?

Following Shiina Hiyori into the discussion room, there were only the two of them inside, making it feel almost like their own little world.

"Did Shikime-kun finish that book? What were your thoughts on it?"

Shiina Hiyori set down the book in her hand, folded her small hands together, and looked at Shikime Natsu with eyes full of anticipation.

Being looked at with such eyes, if he said something like "I didn't read it at all," he would definitely feel a great sense of guilt.

"I finished it..."

Since Shikime Natsu had decided to come see Shiina Hiyori, he had naturally come prepared. Not only had he finished it, but he had also summarized his own views; there was absolutely no problem there.

Sure enough, after hearing Shikime Natsu's thoughts, Shiina Hiyori revealed a very clear smile.

Then, she happily began to exchange her own views on the book with Shikime Natsu.

Having someone with the same hobbies as oneself was a quite fortunate thing.

Shikime Natsu could feel that the girl truly loved reading.

"Does Shiina-san have any other recommended books? I've discovered that my taste in books is very similar to yours."

"Yes, I do. I recommend this one."

Shiina Hiyori quickly picked up a book to recommend to Shikime Natsu. In fact... she had intended to give this book to Shikime Natsu yesterday.

It was just that Shikime Natsu hadn't come yesterday, so the girl had to put the book away along with her anticipation of giving it to him. Although they had each other's contact information, she didn't want to be overly intrusive.

Perhaps having heard the girl's wish, Shikime Natsu had actually come to the library again today.

Shiina Hiyori was also quite glad that she hadn't been reading in the discussion room, but had chosen a more conspicuous spot instead, so that Shikime Natsu could see her the moment he walked in.

"Alright, thank you, Shiina-san."

Shikime Natsu nodded and accepted the book Shiina Hiyori had recommended.

"I'm very happy that Shikime-kun likes the books I recommend."

Shiina Hiyori's smile was incredibly healing. An angel, this was absolutely an angel!

"Since Shiina-san has read so many mystery and suspense novels, you must be interested in horror novels as well, right?"

"Horror novels? I don't think I've read many of those."

The novels Shiina Hiyori read couldn't strictly be considered horror in any sense.

"Then let me tell you a short horror story, Shiina-san."

Shikime Natsu seemed quite interested.

"Mm, then I'll leave it to you."

Shiina Hiyori nodded with a smile, her face showing no signs of resistance.

"One night, a strange phone call came through..."

Shikime Natsu deliberately lowered his voice. Unfortunately, he hadn't acquired any talent for telling horror stories, so there was absolutely no atmosphere to it.

This skill seemed quite useless, but who knew when it might come in handy? Just like this time.