Zero Points Feel Great! Zero Points Feel Great! Zero Points Feel Great!

However, since the shower heater uses gas as its energy source, their class still has a considerable number of points that need to be used up later.

To put it bluntly, these are basically the optimal solutions that Ichinose Honami would make for the class.

With the addition of supplies such as lighting equipment and small tents for distribution, and after deducting the food losses from relying on corn and fish, they could basically keep their point consumption below fifty points.

The reason for saying all this is not to show Kushida Kikyo the class's achievements, but for the simplest of reasons.

'Price reduction'.

Since we've already used it, and since we've already stocked up on all the necessary supplies, even if we choose to accept this batch of resources from Class D, frankly speaking, they're unlikely to gain much benefit.

At most, the less than thirty points that might be consumed later can be made up for by these resources.

In other words, let alone exchanging 300 for 200, for them, even exchanging 50 wouldn't be worth it.

"..." Kushida Kikyo fell silent.

She didn't show any particular expression on her face, but inwardly she couldn't help but gasp in amazement.

Wow, this woman isn't as kind as she seems; she's practically trying to drive the price down to the bone.

Fortunately, I didn't really intend to negotiate with her, and I had absolutely no intention of fighting for the interests of the class.

However, even so, this pressure should still be felt by the other students in the class.

Anyway, I've already revealed everything.

After lowering her head and looking dejected for a while, Kushida Kikyo finally put on a sad expression, turned around and pulled her classmates to the negotiating table, explaining the situation of Class A to the other students.

"Thirty points?!?!" Kanji Ike immediately exclaimed, "That's way too few!"

"Unacceptable! Absolutely unacceptable! We're asking for a full three hundred points worth of supplies!"

"Right, 300 points of supplies should be worth at least 2 million Private Points, right? And 10,000 points for 1 Class Points isn't unreasonable at all!"

Following his voice, the students in Class D all chimed in with their own opinions.

It's no wonder they reacted so strongly; the gap between their expectations and reality was simply too large.

Especially in such recurring situations.

Their expectations were dashed because they couldn't be named, but they were also rekindled by Horikita Suzune's proposed solution of a deal.

On the way to Class A's camp, quite a few people even started to imagine the outcome of the deal.

No suffering, no exams, no effort required. You just need to simply trade goods worth 300 points. Even if you don't get the equivalent of 300 points in cash, you can at least get something worth 200 points, right?

The result was that all I got was thirty points of value, the difference couldn't be greater.

"Couldn't you guys wait a little longer to switch? You don't even have this much patience and you call yourselves Class A," Yamauchi Haruki muttered, complaining.

In his eyes, although he was certain that he would gain something in return, he initially wanted to 'give alms' to Class A with a superior feeling of extending a helping hand with tolerance and compassion.

But when he came up there, he suddenly realized that it seemed like they were the ones who were being given charity.

This immediately prompted him to complain.

However, unlike the other classmates who were mostly complaining, Horikita Suzune realized something even more hopeless.

Their supplies were already of little value to Class A, but even so, thirty Class Points were still a significant number. At least when Class Points were adjusted during the last midterm exam, Class A didn't receive an increase of more than thirty points. If they could gain an extra thirty points, they could indeed better widen the gap with Class B.

However, this is on the premise that there are no additional rules for scoring points based on captured points.

If we consider the number of bases they found on the Uninhabited Island, and given that Class A has now almost completely occupied it, then perhaps... the initial three hundred points will become an extremely small number for them.

They don't need to care about these thirty points at all.

That's right. Now, rather than Class A needing them, it's more accurate to say that they need Class A to take over these supplies.

"..." It was precisely because Horikita Suzune realized this that she hesitated to speak.

She needed to come up with a statement that could decide the outcome.

Or perhaps...

"Ah, then let's go find other classes."

They abandoned Class A, who were essentially their creditors and ally.

As if resonating with Horikita Suzune's thoughts at that moment, Karuizawa Kei frowned and said those words.

"Anyway, the other classes will definitely need them, right? You don't care about these few points, so just give them to Class B and Class C. Let them save more points and surpass you."

That sounds like a threat.

No, this is a threat.

Threats made in order to obtain a higher price.

But...

"Then please go ahead." Ichinose Honami said calmly, "Perfect timing, it's about time we gathered for roll call."

This is destined to be a false proposition.

They wasted a lot of time searching for a sliver of hope, and by the time they realized the problem, time was running out.

It has already taken a lot of time to get to Class A, and there is no room to rush to Class B or Class C from Class D.

Soon, the routine roll call at 8 p. m. will take place.

If you can't spend all your bonus points before then.

They will gain nothing.

"..."

Clearly, Ichinose Honami's somewhat assertive attitude made a few Akito realize this as well.

"...No need." Hirata Yosuke finally spoke.

As soon as he opened his mouth, the other students in Class D obediently shut up.

"We no longer have the time to go and make another deal with them." He calmly revealed the deeper meaning hidden in Ichinose Honami's words. "Let's leave it at that."

"We still have 270 bonus points."

"Domineering," he said softly.

"One hundred and twenty points. Please state the supplies you need within this range. I will take the liberty of planning what supplies can be exchanged for the remaining one hundred and fifty points, and then take them to trade with Class B and Class C."

"This can be considered a 'priority cooperation' arrangement."

The content mentioned in Hirata Yosuke's final words was undoubtedly the content written in the previously signed contract.

They will prioritize collaborating with the Class Ichinose.

"As for the compensation..." To be honest, this is what they should pay the most attention to, and what they should not compromise on.

But...

"I choose to believe you, Ichinose." Hirata Yosuke raised his head and smiled.

That bright, radiant smile should belong to a handsome, sunny guy.

"..."

But for some reason, Asakusa Toru could subtly sense a hint of... sorrow in Hirata Yosuke's smile.

This guy is so pitiful.

Being stuck with this group in Class D is truly the worst luck imaginable.

PTSD is like a sensitive area that is repeatedly poked and prodded like a toy, and the kindness shown to others receives no genuine gratitude whatsoever.

Even so, he still shouldered the responsibility of being a master of resilience. With Horikita Suzune incompetent, Kushida Kikyo irresponsible, Ayanokoji Kiyotaka continuing to act like a pig, he took the lead and bore all the pressure of the class.

Um, I'm sorry, I want to retract my previous statement in my diary that you are Low-Spec Hayama.

You are very powerful.

Asakusa Toru made the sign of the cross in his heart.

Without having a chance to sign a contract, Hirata Yosuke rushed to deliver the supplies ahead of schedule and used his remaining reward points to exchange for other supplies.

Although the supplies haven't arrived yet, it's already time to announce something.

Class 1-D, Grade 1, withdrew from the exam.

Chapter 204 Zero points is so satisfying, zero points is so satisfying, zero points is so satisfying!

To put it bluntly, Hirata Yosuke's actions were entirely based on Ichinose Honami's personal character and arbitrary decisions.

Ichinose could have easily accepted the supplies they were trading for, but she offered an extremely low price.

This situation may occur if there is no prior discussion and a signed contract.

However, considering that even when Ichinose was on the verge of dropping out last time, she still tried her best to think about them and came up with a contract that both parties could accept.

Hirata Yosuke decided to trust him.

After all, she was right; their supplies were indeed not essential for Class A.

Ichinose is a good person, but she would not betray her class because of the kindness of others.

It's understandable that she needs to secure as many benefits as possible for her companions.

Soon, the numbers on the account were cleared, Chabashira Sae silently crossed out one item after another from the shopping list.

Although someone seemed to have a sudden inspiration and encouraged him, "They only need thirty points anyway, so why don't we save the rest and use it to buy some fun things before going back?", Hirata Yosuke, holding the guidebook in hand, resolutely refused.

Don't linger.

You'll regret it.

At 8 p. m., it was time for roll call, and the equally distributed supplies were gradually unloaded from the cruise ship.

"Honami ~"

"Arrive."

"Xiao Che~"

"Here!"

After a short break from negotiations, Class 1-A 1 stopped what they were doing and joined together to complete the roll call for the first day of the exam.

"Hmm, very good, no one is absent."

As for Class 1-D...

"Ah, the grilled fish smells so good, I'm so envious of them."

"It's alright, we can eat whatever we want on the boat later, let them eat their grilled fish here!"

"Hehehe, my soft bed, I'm back!"

"..." Amidst the murmurs of discussion, Chabashira Sae remained silent for a moment before saying expressionlessly, "... Class 1-D, everyone is absent."

Total points deducted: 195.

Although she said some terrifying things, the students in Class D were still laughing and joking.

After all, they already had a score of zero.

"Zero points is so satisfying! Zero points is so satisfying! Zero points is so satisfying!" As if finally releasing his long-suppressed nature, Sudo roared wildly, tilting his head back: "Zero points is so satisfying--"

Being assigned to Class D put too much pressure on him. He had thought this summer vacation would be a relaxing trip, and he did intend to relax a bit and not be too tense.

But what no one expected was that the Uninhabited Island cruise vacation was a lie told by the school, and what was revealed after the veil of falsehood was a real Special Exam.

The tension intensified, especially after they disembarked and suddenly realized that everyone except their Class D seemed to know about the upcoming exam.

What happens if I don't perform well? What happens if I fail the exam? If I fail again this time, will Class D be forever relegated to the bottom?

This thought had been lingering in Sudo's mind ever since he disembarked.

But now, I finally don't need to think about those things anymore.

They got zero points; they were the worst Class D.

Haha! Haha! Haha--

I want to die.

Class D is no longer a viable option; don't expect to benefit from the class's connections and gain employment advantages.