In Classroom of the Elite, Ichinose, You Will Regret This

"The position of student council vice president comes with a monthly allowance of 150,000 points provided by the school, a certain degree of authority to intervene in special exams, and the power to make decisions regarding the expenditure of points for various student clubs."

Uesugi Gen remained silent for two seconds, then stood up and waved at Sakayanagi Narimori behind him, preparing to leave.

"Not interested. Chairman, you should know that for someone like me who possesses 30 million private points, this special exam at Advanced Nurturing High School is already game over."

"No matter what happens, I am destined to graduate from Class A, so why would I bother with a thankless job like being the student council vice president?"

"If you have any requests, feel free to state them, and the school will consider them accordingly."

Though it sounded harsh, it was the truth, and Sakayanagi Narimori attempted one final persuasion of the student.

"No, I have absolutely no interest in this school anymore."

Are you kidding me? Not only would I have to approve a mountain of useless paperwork, but I'd also have to manage a bunch of students and deal with the pointless interpersonal politics within the student council. Wouldn't it be better to spend that time playing games?

Wait, manage a bunch of students? Deal with the pointless interpersonal politics within the student council?

I remember that girl Ichinose saying she planned to join the student council.

At this moment, Uesugi Gen's brain began to spin at high speed.

Uesugi Gen equals student council vice president, Ichinose equals student council member.

Student council vice president is higher than student council member.

Uesugi Gen is higher than Ichinose.

Uesugi Gen, win!

In an instant, it was as if Uesugi Gen's brain had been struck by a bullet fired at a 45-degree angle.

"I suddenly feel that being the student council vice president is a great choice; it will help me grow rapidly at Advanced Nurturing."

Uesugi Gen instantly flashed back to his seat and began spouting nonsense to Sakayanagi Narimori.

He even tried to shamelessly fleece the school for more.

"But before that, the school must provide me with an anonymous, untraceable account to store my points."

"No problem, I can agree to that on behalf of the school."

Sakayanagi Narimori looked at Uesugi Gen, whose attitude had done a 180-degree turn, with a hint of confusion, but as long as the result was good, he didn't care much about the process.

"Finally, I have a personal question to ask you: will you tell your Class B about the situation regarding this exam?"

After all, the terms of the deal were only that he wouldn't leak information to other classes; telling his own classmates should be fine.

"No, letting them witness the cruelty of the school's rules will actually be good for them. Those guys are just a bit too lax."

Uesugi Gen looked at the text notifications popping up on his phone and said with a dark expression.

"Then let us have a pleasant cooperation over the next three years."

"Pleasant cooperation."

After Uesugi Gen left, Sakayanagi Narimori sighed, reached into his office drawer, pulled it open slowly, and took out a letter.

This letter had been delivered directly to Sakayanagi Narimori last night, and he hadn't told anyone about it.

[Notice Regarding Capital Injection into Advanced Nurturing High School]

What an aggressive stance. The forces behind him hadn't even managed to stir up a ripple of resistance.

Even when facing a school whose required funding was fully covered by the government, they still forcefully muscled their way in.

Arisu, I wonder if being in the same year as him is a stroke of luck or a misfortune.

With an excited heart and trembling hands, the mere thought of being able to keep Ichinose under his thumb made Uesugi Gen want to burst into laughter.

"Ha! Ha! Ha!"

Outside the office, Sakayanagi Arisu stood with a blank expression, tilting her little head in confusion as she watched the classmate before her jumping up and down.

What a weirdo!

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Chapter 7: Class B Gathering

After exiting the chairman's office, Uesugi Gen looked at the students coming and going, stretched his back, and let out a long breath.

The things that needed to be done were finished; now, what should he do next?

As it stands, unless someone else has grasped all the school's rules in such a short time like he has, the four first-year classes won't make any major moves in the next month. He can just go to school and take it easy.

All that remains is that troublesome girl, Ichinose.

Thinking of Ichinose, Uesugi Gen couldn't help but feel a headache coming on.

He really couldn't understand what kind of charm she had; a bit of rhetoric, combined with small favors and an outstanding appearance, was enough to gain the support of most of her classmates.

Although he hadn't had any specific contact with her, based on the traits she had displayed so far, Uesugi Gen judged that with her talents, it would likely be difficult for her to lead the students of Class B to successfully graduate as Class A in the next three years.

Therefore, the person who will lead Class B to victory must be me, Uesugi Gen.

To overthrow the tyranny of Ichinose is a duty we cannot shirk.

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Inside a KTV room at the Keyaki Mall.

Uesugi Gen sat in the corner, munching on snacks with a look of melancholy.

In the center of the crowd, the evil siren Ichinose was luring ignorant people into the abyss of a dark sea with her incredibly enchanting singing voice.

What a terrifying Ichinose aura; even though a considerable number of classmates had resisted her erosion this morning, almost the entire class had now joined the Church of Ichinose.

I'm talking about you, Kanzaki Ryuji. You looked like such a cool, aloof guy this morning, yet here you are helping Ichinose organize activities for the boys. Did you really have to kneel and surrender so quickly?

As for that guy Shibata, don't even get me started; he's a fool not worth plotting with.

In the vast Class B, I am the only one left, standing alone against the darkness.

As expected, the strong are always lonely, forced to carry the world's hopes forward on their own.

At this thought, emotions surged like bitter wine in his heart. Damn it, the more he thought about it, the angrier he got.

Uesugi Gen sped up his snack consumption. Eat, eat for dear life! Eat up all their snacks, eat up all their points.

Shibata's points, Kanzaki's points, Ichinose's points—one portion, two portions, three portions, four... wait?!

Uesugi Gen saw it. In the vast Class B, amidst the boundless darkness, there was still one person who had not yet succumbed to Ichinose's lewd power, emitting a faint light and stubbornly resisting the darkness from beyond this world.

There is no mistake. Although she hid it well, Uesugi Gen recognized her at a glance.

Compared to the surrounding atmosphere, her aura felt completely out of place, like a firefly in the dark.

I'll bet it on the name of my friend Shibata—no, I'll bet it on his life!

You must be the person I've been looking for.

She had been sitting in front of him earlier, and she didn't seem to have actively made friends with any classmates, sitting alone in her seat.

Although they hadn't officially met, and he had only spoken to her once while passing out materials, Uesugi Gen had remembered her name during the class self-introductions.

Himeno Yuki!

Uesugi Gen downed his cola, stood up, and strode forward, crashing into the boundless darkness to greet his comrade.

On the outermost edge of the girls' group, sitting on a U-shaped sofa, was a beautiful girl with twin tails. Her face was lightly powdered, and her features were delicate and small. Although her slightly upturned peach-blossom eyes disrupted the overall harmony, she was still a rare beauty.

No, her appearance didn't matter. What mattered was that unyielding heart, that burning soul.

Sensing Uesugi Gen's gaze, the girl sitting alone turned her head.

Their eyes met~

The girl's initially slightly irritated expression gradually turned into surprise.

So, you felt it too? As expected, people of the same type are attracted to each other.

"Weren't you feeling unwell and went back to the dorms to rest?"

Uesugi Gen, who was mid-stride, stumbled.

Shibata, no need to investigate; I know for a fact it was you. As expected, betting your life just now was the right choice.

"Are you feeling better? Ichinose-san wanted to check if you needed any help, but Shibata-san said you were fine and would be better in a while, so we didn't go."

Confirmed. It was definitely you, Shibata.

"Cough, cough, thank you for your concern. I'm fine now. I came here to ask you a question, Himeno-san."

Uesugi Gen changed the subject without batting an eye.

"Hm? If you have a question, go ask Ichinose. Why ask me?"

The girl took a sip of her juice and looked at Uesugi Gen suspiciously.

Taking advantage of the fact that everyone around was attracted to Ichinose and their eyes were fixed on her, Uesugi Gen leaned slightly toward Himeno Yuki.

Ignoring her look of disgust and not caring whether she answered or not, he lowered his voice and asked, "Hey, Himeno-san, you don't want to stay here anymore, do you?"

Himeno Yuki's expression changed. Just as she was about to retort, she heard Uesugi Gen say, "Since a moment ago, your attention has been drifting constantly. Unlike the people around you, whose gazes are fixed on their companions or Ichinose, you've even spent a significant amount of time looking at the door."

Listening to Uesugi Gen's deduction, Himeno Yuki was surprised but didn't intend to admit it.

"Huh? Why would I not like it here?"

"As I thought, you don't like staying here either. You think Ichinose isn't as simple as she appears on the surface, and you don't like her."

What is this guy talking about? How could anyone dislike Ichinose?

Himeno Yuki was full of question marks.

She just hated crowded places, but felt that if she didn't come, she would seem like she didn't fit in.

Himeno Yuki felt that the guy sitting behind her was somewhat mentally ill, and she was about to start explaining.

"No, no need to explain. I understand, I understand everything."

Uesugi Gen grabbed her hands, wearing an expression that said he understood her perfectly.

"Enough, I just don't like crowded places, that's all. I'm used to being alone."

Himeno Yuki shook off Uesugi Gen's hands, her face flushing as she explained.

"I see."

The overly familiar look Uesugi Gen had just moments ago vanished, and he looked at Himeno Yuki with a hint of amusement.

"You jerk, you did that on purpose."

Himeno Yuki realized it instantly; she had fallen for this guy's scheme and glared fiercely at Uesugi Gen.

"Can't be helped. Since you're a bit shy, Himeno-san, I had to use this method to get you to be honest."

Uesugi Gen spread his hands and said in a helpless tone.

"You're so annoying. This is my own business, it has nothing to do with you."

Himeno Yuki was somewhat embarrassed and angry, gritting her teeth as she spoke.

Watching Himeno Yuki's look of disgust, Uesugi Gen said with a hint of excitement instead, "Himeno-san, there was one thing I didn't lie about: I really don't like being here either. So, let's leave this place together."

Without waiting for Himeno Yuki to speak, Uesugi Gen pulled out his phone and called Kanzaki.

Kanzaki Ryuji looked at the caller ID on his phone and glanced at Uesugi Gen with a strange expression, but he still answered the call.

"Kanzaki, Himeno-san and I have something to take care of, so we're leaving. You guys stay and keep having fun."

Uesugi Gen said this at lightning speed, then hung up the phone without waiting for Kanzaki to react.

Kanzaki Ryuji was stunned for a moment, then looked at Uesugi Gen helplessly and gave him an okay gesture.

Done!