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

Anyway, Shikime Natsu didn't have any limited skill slots, so what he wanted most was to become an all-around master.

"When I picked up the phone, all I heard was a series of groans..."

"After I panicked and hung up, the other person never called back."

Shiina Hiyori's expression turned serious at this point. It sounded like it was going to be a horror story about a phone call. When listening to a horror story, one's attention is always drawn in, regardless of whether one finds it scary or not; either way, the focus is definitely on the story.

"But because I was too curious, I tried calling back."

Hearing this, Shiina Hiyori was deeply confused. In a situation like that, was calling back really the right thing to do?

Hmm... this was based on the premise of a horror story, so that was the logical judgment Shiina Hiyori made. If she didn't know it was a horror story, she would have thought it was just someone's prank.

"Then... after the call connected, there was absolutely no sound."

"However..."

However, what?

Shiina Hiyori became even more focused. Could it be something terrifying? But having read so many mystery and suspense novels, Shiina Hiyori had a certain immunity to typical horror atmospheres, so she didn't feel scared at all right now.

"For some reason, the phone bill ended up being as high as one hundred thousand yen."

After saying this last sentence, Shikime Natsu couldn't help but chuckle.

Upon hearing this, Shiina Hiyori's eyes clearly widened in a daze; the story was truly unexpected.

"A fraudulent charge is indeed quite terrifying."

Shiina Hiyori was amused by Shikime Natsu's story. It made perfect sense—he said it was a horror story, but he never said it was a story about a horror atmosphere. This kind of telecommunications fraud was quite terrifying indeed.

Having ten thousand yen deducted without realizing it, well... that is terrifying.

"Haha, right?"

Shikime Natsu looked at Shiina Hiyori's smile with great satisfaction; this was exactly the effect he wanted.

"Next time, I'll tell you a horror story too, Shikime-kun."

Shiina Hiyori picked up her book and looked at Shikime Natsu.

[Ding~]

[CG22: Telling Ghost Stories (Shiina Hiyori)]

[Next time it's my turn to tell a ghost story~]

[Congratulations to the Host for obtaining the skill card: Golden House in Books (Receive 1,000 yen for every book fully read, not points)]

"Mm, I'm looking forward to it."

Shikime Natsu nodded with a smile. This skill was quite good; he wouldn't have to worry about money after graduation.

"It's time to prepare for dinner. Would you like to join me, Shikime-kun? It's my turn to treat you this time~"

Shiina Hiyori clearly remembered the last time Shikime Natsu treated her to a meal and had been thinking about returning the favor.

"Then I won't stand on ceremony."

Shikime Natsu accepted generously, of course. If he made the girl feel bad, she might not let him treat her next time.

"Mm, feel free to choose whatever you like to eat, Shikime-kun~"

Chapter 62: Reading with You Every Wednesday

When the two arrived at the cafeteria, it was quite crowded, as they had just caught the peak dinner time. Fortunately, they managed to find seats, so they didn't have to stand around with their food, at a loss for what to do.

"Good thing there are seats."

Shikime Natsu placed his tray on the table, feeling extremely relieved.

"Mm."

Shiina Hiyori responded softly.

"Have you been reading in the library after school for the past two days, Shiina-san?"

Shikime Natsu looked at Shiina Hiyori with some curiosity; the girl didn't seem to spend time with anyone else.

If one were to make friends based on hobbies, it would be quite difficult. At this school, at least, most people would rather enjoy their youth than sit in a library reading mystery and suspense novels.

At this stage, there were relatively few first-year students in the library; most were second or third-years, and their purpose for coming wasn't to read novels, but to study.

Shikime Natsu remembered that only those who graduated from Class A in this school could enjoy all the privileges. So... most of the people who came here weren't from Class A, though they were likely hoping to get into a good university through their own individual efforts.

"Mm-hmm."

Shiina Hiyori nodded. To her, immersing herself in the world of books was a joyful thing, and having a fellow book lover was also a joyful thing. The happiness from both combined was greater than the sum of its parts.

"Have you been busy dealing with class matters these past two days, Shikime-kun? After all, you are the class representative, it must be quite exhausting, right?"

Shiina Hiyori still remembered what Shikime Natsu had told her last time; yes, very clearly.

"You could say I've been dealing with class matters."

Shikime Natsu nodded slightly. Well, his own affairs were also class affairs, and for the past two days... he had basically been meeting with all sorts of beautiful girls.

That remained true right up until he came to the library. There was no helping it; there were simply too many beautiful girls at this school. He was either meeting a beautiful girl or on his way to meet one, and there was even another one scheduled for the evening.

Shikime Natsu was quite busy.

"If you feel overwhelmed, Shikime-kun, you don't have to come to the library. I can bring the books you want to read to you."

Shiina Hiyori spoke softly, her tone so gentle that it warmed Shikime Natsu's heart.

"Of course, that is if you'd like. After all, handling class affairs takes up so much time that you might not always have a moment to read."

Shiina Hiyori was very considerate and understood Shikime Natsu's schedule. Unlike herself, who could devote all her time after school to books, Shikime Natsu could not. As a class representative, he had to deal with all sorts of matters within his class.

By the time he was free to rest, there probably wasn't much time left. Shiina Hiyori hoped that reading would be a form of relaxation for Shikime Natsu, rather than becoming another burden.

If it became a burden, she might lose this rare book-loving friend.

"I have time. I make sure to set aside a portion of my day for reading, so I'll have to trouble you to recommend a few more books, Shiina-san."

Shikime Natsu smiled; he had no intention of letting the girl before him feel sad.

Upon hearing his words, the girl's brows relaxed and her eyes curved into crescents, her joy visible to the naked eye.

Regardless of whether his words were entirely true, at this very moment, the girl was genuinely happy from the bottom of her heart.

"Is that so? That's wonderful."

Shiina Hiyori nodded with a smile. Meeting Shikime Natsu had been the happiest thing to happen to her since arriving at this school.

"Hey, Kanji, how many points do you have left? I've only got seven thousand."

Just then, a very familiar voice drifted over—it was the voice of the god-tier Yamauchi Haruki.

Normally, it would be difficult to hear someone from that distance while sitting here, but Yamauchi Haruki was so loud that almost everyone in the area could hear him.

Seven thousand personal points?

Shikime Natsu did the math. It hadn't even been a week since school started; he truly was a god-tier individual.

"Hahaha, I still have twenty thousand points!"

Ike Kanji laughed happily, looking just like a victor.

Twenty thousand points versus seven thousand... well, one had to admit, he was indeed the victor.

But this wasn't right. The school should have given everyone one hundred thousand personal points at the start. Did they buy information too? How else could one explain why they had so few points left?

However, judging by their reactions, it didn't look like they had purchased any information at all. He had heard from Mashima Tomoya that the students in Class D often chatted and played on their phones during class.

Yes, that was it. When it came to observing Class D, the best sources were the teachers, and that kind of information didn't cost any personal points. Why wouldn't they take advantage of that?

Just then, Shikime Natsu's gaze met Yamauchi Haruki's, scaring the latter into quickly looking away. There was still a red mark on his face that hadn't fully faded.

Shikime Natsu was perfectly happy with that. If Yamauchi Haruki came over to ruin his time with Shiina Hiyori, he would truly be angry.

After all, having one's time ruined by a god-tier idiot would put anyone in a bad mood.

How many personal points would Class D have next month?

One or two hundred at most, right?

Shikime Natsu made a rough judgment.

Soon, the two finished their dinner. It had to be said, since Shiina Hiyori was treating, the meal tasted much better than when he ordered it himself. What kind of flavor enhancement was this?

"Well, I suppose we should head back."

Shikime Natsu looked at the sky and spoke to Shiina Hiyori beside him.

"I suppose so."

Shiina Hiyori nodded slightly, a trace of loneliness appearing on her face. The happy time was coming to an end all too quickly.

She quite liked the feeling of being with Shikime Natsu; it was a feeling that brought peace of mind and genuine happiness.

The girl didn't know how to describe that feeling, but she found it very comfortable.

"Shiina-san, next time, be sure to have a horror story ready. I'm looking forward to it."

Shikime Natsu noticed the girl's expression and chuckled, trying to lift her spirits.

"Yes, I will have one ready."

Shiina Hiyori nodded. When would the next time be? Tomorrow, the day after, or next week?

The feeling of waiting was a bit agonizing, but that was fine. She would tuck her anticipation away and release that joy once Shikime Natsu came to see her again.

"Wednesday. I'll be in the library every Wednesday after school. Other days are uncertain, but if I plan to go, I'll call you in advance so you aren't caught unprepared for a horror story."

"Okay!"

Shiina Hiyori nodded vigorously. With a fixed time every Wednesday after school, her anticipation grew even stronger.

She truly wished that after they parted ways, Wednesday would arrive soon.

The girl's gaze rested cautiously on Shikime Natsu, her inner anticipation subtle yet intense.

Chapter 63: Thank You for Your Hard Work, Little Maid Sakayanagi