In Classroom of the Elite, Ichinose You Will Regret This

Ichinose declared with absolute certainty.

How full of spirit.

Watching the high-spirited members of Class B, Uesugi Gen sighed.

Since you are all working so hard, I have no reason to hold the class back at a time like this.

Uesugi Gen pulled himself together and added, "Surviving on an Uninhabited Island is something that could endanger even the most professional survival experts if they aren't careful. The school cannot go too far regarding survival conditions; they will definitely provide students with the most basic necessities to ensure our safety."

"However, in this process, the school cannot precisely grasp the physical condition of every student while simultaneously conducting a series of quantitative evaluations. Kanzaki, how do you think they will manage that?"

Before Kanzaki Ryuji could answer, Uesugi Gen provided the explanation himself.

"That is, to provide sufficient supplies from the very beginning to ensure the students' safety, and then let the students judge for themselves to what extent they can survive based on their own conditions."

"Finally, they will grade each class based on the consumption of those supplies."

"As for the competitive mechanism meant to incite conflict between the four classes, there is currently too little information to make a judgment."

"But!"

Uesugi Gen paused, stood up, and faced the entire Class B.

"I can guarantee that the winner this time will definitely be our Class B!"

Uesugi Gen made this assertion...

Author's Note

This book will be officially published tomorrow.

Hmm~ This is my first time writing a book, so I don't really know what to say.

To be honest, I am not very satisfied with how this book has turned out myself.

I often look back and feel that certain chapters are written quite poorly, but I have no idea how to fix them.

I can only leave them as they are for now and revise them once I have improved in the future.

Finally, The book goes live tomorrow, But, I have no backlog of chapters!!!

However, I have taken a day off, and if I can manage to write 6,000 words, I'll consider it a success.

Chapter 51: You're going to need a bigger boat.

"Kore wa, JoJo da!"

Amidst the intertwining sounds of sunlight and crashing waves, a young man stood on the shore with his arms spread wide, shouting toward the end of the sea with a Dio-like expression.

"..."

Kanzaki and Shibata covered their eyes, unable to bear the sight.

How embarrassing!

Thinking that this guy was actually the vice-representative of their class—and that he had been the one to suggest him for the position—Kanzaki wanted to find a time machine on the spot, travel back, and strangle his past self for making that suggestion.

"Uesugi-kun, it's almost time to gather. We need to line up and get ready to board the ship."

Ichinose jogged over and grabbed Uesugi Gen's hand, pulling him back.

"Let go of me. After sitting through so many classes, it's rare to get out. Can't I enjoy myself? Keep the music playing and keep the dance going!"

"Yes, yes. How about we go sing together once we're on the ship?"

"...Forget it. I'd rather find a place to play games."

Students from other classes watched the two walking away with various expressions.

Ryuen Kakeru sneered.

"Still as insidious as ever, you Uesugi bastard. Are you deliberately acting like this right now to lull the entire grade into a false sense of security?"

Ever since he was played by Uesugi Gen last time, Uesugi Gen's image in Ryuen Kakeru's mind had become that of a bottom-feeding, unscrupulous, and insidious villain with even lower standards than his own.

"Is he... the rumored vice-representative of Class B and the vice-president of the Student Council?"

Katsuragi Kohei watched Uesugi Gen's retreating figure, arms crossed, frowning in thought.

In the first year, unless one was paying special attention like Kamuro Masumi, it was difficult for anyone other than Class B students to see Uesugi Gen in person, let alone investigate his background.

"A guy like that clearly just got lucky to become the vice-representative of Class B. He can't be compared to you at all, Katsuragi-kun."

Totsuka Yahiko, a follower by his side, hurriedly chimed in with flattery.

Katsuragi Kohei did not reply. Having been rejected by the Student Council, he knew exactly how difficult it was to get in.

This person... he is impossible to read.

Class D area.

"Hey, Ayanokoji, has that guy left yet?"

The Heaven-Defying Trio of Class D huddled behind Ayanokoji, not daring to lift their heads as they asked.

"He's gone."

Ayanokoji Kiyotaka replied with an expressionless face.

"I really don't get why you're all so afraid of him. Even if he is scary, he's not going to eat you in public, is he?"

"Shut up, Ayanokoji. You haven't dealt with him, so you don't understand. He's just that kind of... that kind of... anyway, he's just a terrifying person."

Sudo Ken retorted loudly, his voice lacking conviction.

"Hey, you lot, stop wasting time here. It's almost time to board the ship."

Horikita Suzune walked over, rubbing her arms in an unnatural way, her face cold.

"Horikita, what we do here is none of your business. Just worry about yourself."

Seeing that Uesugi Gen had left, the trio immediately regained their arrogance.

"Oh? Then I'll call him back. It just so happens that guy doesn't have much to do lately; I'll ask him to come over and keep you company."

Horikita Suzune sneered as she pulled her phone out of her pocket.

"Don't! I get it... we'll do it, we'll do whatever you want, just please don't call him over."

The trio shivered, immediately raising a white flag in surrender.

Horikita Suzune put her phone away, a faint, imperceptible smile hanging on her lips.

That guy's tactics are actually quite useful.

Ever since she realized the Heaven-Defying Trio was afraid of Uesugi Gen, Horikita Suzune had simply stolen the tactics Uesugi Gen used against her. Whenever the trio refused to listen, she would use Uesugi Gen's name to intimidate them, and the results were clearly effective.

In the blink of an eye, it was time to board the ship.

"Still, I have to say, this ship is massive."

Shibata raised his hand to shield his eyes from the sun, looking up at the luxury cruise liner.

The enormous ship blocked out the sun as it docked at the shore, giving off an unparalleled sense of oppression.

The entire cruise ship consisted of nine levels, divided into four underground decks and five above-ground decks.

Whether it was top-tier famous restaurants, theaters, or high-end spas, every service imaginable was available.

Furthermore, the cost of this trip was completely covered, and even the various facilities on board were free to use.

"Indeed. I suppose that's what you'd expect from a school with national backing. To think they could charter an entire luxury cruise ship of this caliber for us."

Even someone from a prominent family like Kanzaki Ryuji was stunned by the school's extravagance, nodding as he adjusted his backpack.

"Hehe, right? I told you, didn't I? It really is a luxury trip."

Hoshinomiya gave a thumbs-up to the entire class. Ever since it was revealed that the reward she gave the class was actually a special exam from the school, she had been on the receiving end of complaints for quite a while.

"This trip will last for two full weeks. For the first week, you'll be enjoying the summer at the guest houses built on the Uninhabited Island, and for the following week, you'll be staying on this cruise ship, enjoying its luxurious services. In short, just enjoy yourselves during this time."

"That's true. Only by relaxing can we better handle the challenges ahead. Besides, with a ship this big, it would probably take a lot of time just to experience all the services."

Kanzaki Ryuji, whose nerves had been tightly wound due to the special exams, finally relaxed, ready to enjoy himself.

However, a voice soon refuted his statement.

"Hey!"

Uesugi Gen walked straight up to a staff member, pulled him aside, and blocked his mouth with one hand.

"Is your Sakayanagi family going bankrupt? How can you be embarrassed enough to bring out such a small boat for a vacation? Call Sakayanagi Narimori and ask if he accepts investment from the Uesugi Family. I can get him a bigger ship."

"Uh, this guest..."

The staff member was momentarily speechless.

"..."

Uesugi Gen's actions left the people from Class B completely bewildered.

"Uesugi, forget about that for now. Let's just get on the ship first."

The members of Class B hurriedly ushered him onto the cruise ship. If they let Uesugi Gen continue to stall here, they might still be standing on the dock by the time the ship sailed away.

The third deck of the cruise ship was the boys' dormitory, and the fourth was the girls', with four people to a room.

Naturally, Uesugi Gen's roommates were members of the Uesugi-gumi, such as Shibata, Kanzaki, and Hamaguchi.

"I'm telling you, Kanzaki, Hamaguchi, it's about time we got down to business."

After the four of them had finished tidying up their room, Uesugi Gen looked at the seascape outside the window and spoke casually.

"As I thought... Hamaguchi, you noticed it too, didn't you? The original one-week stay on the Uninhabited Island is a special exam, so... what about the other week?"

Kanzaki Ryuji was not surprised by Uesugi Gen's remark and turned to look at Hamaguchi Tetsuya.

"Ah, after all, Hoshinomiya-sensei's hint was so obvious."

Hamaguchi Tetsuya lay on his bed, looking at the schematic of this cruise ship.

"So, there should be another special exam, and the location is right here on this ship we're on, right?"

Shibata Hayate realized it at this moment as well, seeing through the riddle Hoshinomiya had posed.

"In any case, let's call the members of the Uesugi-gumi over first and gather some intelligence on this ship."

~~~~~

52

Chapter 52: Uesugi Discusses Heroes Over Tea.

Once, upon the blue waves, a giant ship sailed slowly. Ichinose and Uesugi Gen sat opposite each other in the Western Dining Room, enjoying the beauty of both the sea breeze and the fine cuisine.

Uesugi Gen said, "Do you know the current state of each class?"

Ichinose smiled and replied, "I am not familiar with the details."

Uesugi Gen sneered and asked again, "I have long heard that Ichinose has a wide circle of friends; you must know the heroes of this grade. Try to tell me about them one by one."

Ichinose waved her hand and said modestly, "How could my ordinary eyes recognize heroes?"

Uesugi Gen said, "Do not be modest!"