Rules!

A voice devoid of any emotion rang out behind Bai Yuze, making his hair stand on end!

Bai Yuze turned around and his eyes met a pair of eyes that held no expression whatsoever. As their gazes locked, Bai Yuze felt as if he were being stared down by a starving tiger!

However, years of experience with horror games and the reflex to close a browser in a split second allowed Bai Yuze to instantly steady his emotions.

"Classmate, who are you? Do we know each other?"

After hearing Bai Yuze's question, Ayanokouji remained silent for a moment before speaking up.

"Sorry, I mistook you for someone else."

Once Ayanokouji finished speaking, he walked into the school without looking back, while Bai Yuze appeared calm on the surface, though his back was actually drenched in sweat.

"Good grief! Is this really the vocational school version of Brother Lu? Such intense pressure; the last time I felt this was when I pulled out a Three Kingdoms deck against a Naruto bot."

Bai Yuze adjusted his mood and then walked into the school as well.

Bai Yuze soon found Class A. Upon walking in, he discovered that quite a few people were already inside; some were chatting idly, while others were huddled in corners with their nerves frayed.

Bai Yuze saw a desk with his name written on it, so he sat down.

"Not bad! Plenty of light, back row by the window!"

At this moment, Bai Yuze noticed the person sitting in front of him.

To be precise, he noticed the cane resting beside the desk of the person in front!

Seemingly sensing the burning gaze coming from behind, the girl in front turned around and smiled at Bai Yuze.

"Classmate, does it look good?"

"It looks great!"

Bai Yuze answered truthfully; it was his first time seeing a cane crafted so exquisitely.

Sakayanagi Arisu was also taken aback by the boy's blunt response.

"Heh, since you think it looks good, would you like to try holding it?"

Sakayanagi Arisu was already teasing Bai Yuze, but by now, Bai Yuze's eyes were shining!

"Thanks for the treat!"

Whoosh!

In a single motion, Sakayanagi Arisu's cane moved from the side of the desk into Bai Yuze's hands.

Sakayanagi Arisu froze, then realized she had made a blunder. Although she felt a bit embarrassed, she also felt a little annoyed.

"Hmph! It's just a cane; is it really more attractive than me?"

Sakayanagi Arisu felt indignant in her heart, but seeing Bai Yuze acting as if he had found a treasure, she truly began to doubt her own charm.

The students in the class had all arrived, and the teacher for Class A, Mashima Tomoya, walked into the classroom.

Mashima clapped his hands to signal for everyone in Class A to quiet down, then began to speak.

"Welcome to Class A. Since everyone sitting here is safe and sound, it means you all possess at least some degree of ability."

"I am the homeroom teacher for Class A, Mashima Tomoya. Unless there is a necessary and valid reason, the school will not change homeroom teachers. In other words, barring any accidents, I will be the teacher for Class A for the next three years."

"I won't waste any more words. First, I welcome you all to Advanced Nurturing High School. After the mobile phones are distributed, I will answer your questions one by one. Can someone help me hand out the phones?"

At this moment, a male student stood up. Looking at his dazzling bald head, Bai Yuze recognized him immediately—Katsuragi Kohei.

"Alopecia?"

Bai Yuze muttered to himself.

Mashima looked at Katsuragi with a few more expressions of approval, and soon, with Katsuragi's help in distributing them, the people in Class A quickly received their phones.

Bai Yuze opened his phone to check it. Seeing his basic information and the 100,000 points on it, he felt as if everything were so surreal.

"In this school, everything is purchased with points. One point is equivalent to one yen. You can use your points as you please to trade for things like information."

Mashima's words shocked Bai Yuze!

"What's going on? Wasn't it forbidden to give hints in the original work? How is he just laying the cards on the table like this?"

Bai Yuze's heart was filled with confusion, but thinking about how the old woman in the original work wouldn't start a hunt either, Bai Yuze's heart calmed down slightly.

"Teacher, what do you mean by the information you mentioned?"

A male student asked, puzzled.

Mashima smiled.

"Exactly what it sounds like. A word of advice: my time is limited, and so is yours. Perhaps you could save your time and opportunities to ask questions for those who actually need them."

Mashima's statement left the questioning student stunned, but immediately following that, Bai Yuze raised his hand.

"I remember your name is Bai Yuze, right? Is there something you need?"

Mashima thought for a moment before recalling Bai Yuze's name.

"Teacher, what I want to ask is, what exactly was that thing on the bus?"

Bai Yuze's question caused the class to fall silent. Some students looked at him with confusion, while others looked at him with sympathy.

"It seems you've run into some troublesome business, Bai Yuze. But judging by the look in your eyes, you were merely a bystander. That is truly the silver lining in this misfortune."

Mashima finished speaking and struck a prayer-like pose.

"Teacher, what exactly was that monster?"

"Yeah, Teacher! I'll never be able to forget that feeling for the rest of my life!"

Bai Yuze's question was like a stone dropped into a pond, sending ripples through the room; the students, their nerves already frayed, began to chime in with their own inquiries.

Seeing this, Mashima shook his head helplessly. Just as he was about to offer an explanation, the phone in his pocket rang.

Mashima answered the call, his expression turning serious, then increasingly urgent.

"I know you all want to know what that thing was, but now is not the time. Using the points in your possession to trade is the only path I can point you toward for now. Once you have truly passed the trial, I will explain everything to you one by one."

"Oh, and Katsuragi, there is a note on the podium. Remember to project it for the class to see. Also! Don't forget that you all have to attend the entrance ceremony this afternoon!"

With that, Mashima turned and bolted out the door without looking back, his anxious demeanor a clear sign of the gravity of the situation.

Katsuragi walked up to the podium, picked up the piece of paper, and used the computer's built-in projection function to display its contents to everyone in Class A.

[Welcome to Advanced Nurturing High School. Our school's fine traditions are independence, self-reliance, teamwork, and mutual benefit.]

[As students of this school, you must abide by the basic rules and regulations. The following are the rules you must follow during your three years here.]

[1. The basic code of conduct for students requires you to listen attentively in class, refrain from littering...]

[2. The school is equipped with surveillance. Those caught fighting or brawling will be fined, and those involved in serious incidents will be placed in solitary confinement.] Slightly messy handwriting (Trust me, you won't like it there.)

[3. The methods for increasing your points are somewhat harsh. Please cherish the points in your possession and avoid excessive spending unless necessary.]

[4. The school is considerate of students who do not know how to exercise restraint. The store provides free daily necessities, and the cafeteria offers free nutritional meal plans.] Very neat font (The best way to enjoy tools and savor food is to close your eyes.)

[5. Sometimes, students with strange behaviors will appear in the class. Don't worry; just don't pay any attention to them.]

[6. The school's waterproofing is exceptionally well-done, so under non-special circumstances, you will not hear the sound of dripping water.] A string of pinyin (dida. dida.)

[7. Due to industrial air pollution, the school will experience acid rain from time to time. Please take protective measures.]

[8. One must learn to be flexible; wherever your body is, you must follow the rules of that place.] Crimson, neat font (Remember this!!!)

[9. Helping others can earn you a higher evaluation. No matter where you are, you must have a heart that enjoys helping others and provide assistance to the weak.]

[This school upholds meritocracy. When your strength reaches a certain level, the rules will no longer constrain you.] Star symbol (Powerful strength is always fascinating, isn't it?)

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