Ichinose Honami's Virtues as a Good Wife and Mother / Ichinose's Way of Declaring Her Relationship

After hearing the boy's answer, Horikita Manabu prepared to proceed with the next step.

"Now, we need to discuss the next matter."

"Is it about Horikita- kun?" Hashiba Hikaru knew perfectly well what was going on. In fact, the content of the previous discussion could have been discussed outside, but the reason for coming to the Conference Room to communicate was to prevent others from knowing the specifics.

"That's right. Since she wants to collect 20 million Private Points, I think our previous collaboration with Hashiba- kun can be extended."

Horikita Manabu's thinking was clear: he believed it was a rather difficult task, and his younger sister had a high probability of failing, but it would be good if she could learn from the failure.

"What does Horikita-senpai want me to do?" Hashiba Hikaru asked.

"Although I'm not entirely sure how she plans to collect those twenty million points, since you were able to work together last time, it means that Suzune isn't averse to spending time with you." Horikita Manabu looked at Hashiba Hikaru's face. "So I hope you can help her."

"Since you're not in the same class, you don't need to worry about her regarding class competitions, just provide some assistance in her efforts to collect Private Points."

"This collaboration may last for a relatively long time, so I will provide you with more resources, depending on what you need."

"I see."

Hashiba Hikaru began to consider the feasibility of this method. If Horikita Suzune really intended to advance to Class A by accumulating points, it would mean that she would be more inclined to reward Private Points rather than Class Evaluation Points in future Special Exam.

Take the VIP Exam as an example. The increase in Class Points can only result in an increase of tens of thousands of points for an individual at most, but if it is to acquire Private Points, the starting point is 500,000.

"Just to be on the safe side, I think we need to provide more guarantees."

Hashiba Hikaru wouldn't agree so hastily. He put forward two conditions to Horikita Manabu, and only accepted the cooperation after Horikita agreed to both.

After leaving the Conference Room, Hashiba Hikaru received the materials that Tachibana Akane had prepared for him, including the armbands and name tags that Student Council members needed to wear. He would be officially starting work in the Student Council tomorrow, and he might need to exchange experiences with Ichinose and the Ichinose.

However, just as the boy was walking out, he heard a crisp sound of a wooden stick hitting the ground in the corridor.

Looking up, I saw a cute girl with short silver hair and an elfin appearance.

"Oh, it's Classmate Hashiba. Good afternoon."

Sakayanagi Arisu nodded politely in greeting. Although she was holding a cane to support her body, her posture was very elegant and gave her a sophisticated air.

"Good afternoon Classmate Sakayanagi."

"I heard that Classmate Hashiba is becoming a member of the Student Council tomorrow. That means we'll be colleagues!"

"Yes."

"Want to grab a coffee together? After all, we'll be colleagues working together from now on." A faint smile appeared on Sakayanagi Arisu's delicate face.

"... Can."

Hashiba Hikaru didn't refuse. He was actually a little curious. As one of the class representatives of Class B, Sakayanagi Arisu wondered how their class was doing. After all, Class B's results in the two Special Exam were only so-so, especially the time on the Uninhabited Island, which came at a huge cost.

"Then let's go. Please forgive my limited mobility; I can only move at this pace."

"It's okay, I'll keep up with Classmate Sakayanagi's pace."

"Thank you, Classmate Hashiba."

Chapter 229 Ichinose Honami's Virtuous Wife and Loving Mother Attributes

Having accepted Sakayanagi Arisu's invitation, the boy, who originally planned to meet up with Ichinose and the Ichinose as soon as possible, decided to send a message first to explain that he might be a little late. Then, he and the silver-haired girl went to a cafe in Keyaki Mall.

After taking her seat, Hashiba Hikaru looked at Sakayanagi had gracefully sat down and placed her cane aside, and a strange thought suddenly popped into her mind: Where was Kamuro, who often accompanied her?

"Is Classmate Hashiba wondering why Kamuro didn't come with me?" Sakayanagi placed her small, white hands on the table, a smile playing on her lips.

"Indeed, because I often see you two together." Hashiba Hikaru politely handed the menu to the girl, smiling faintly. "Classmate Sakayanagi, please order first."

"Kamuro has other things to take care of, so it's just me today," Sakayanagi said with a smile, looking at Hashiba Hikaru's face. "I'll have a cappuccino, with milk but no sugar."

"Then I'll choose an iced Americano; it's hot outside, and it'll help me cool down."

The boy handed the menu to the waiter next to him, and after the waiter turned to walk towards the counter, he looked at Sakayanagi and stated his thoughts directly.

"Since we have this opportunity to Classmate Sakayanagi today, I have some questions I'd like to ask you. Would Classmate Sakayanagi do me the honor?"

"Sure, I can answer any questions, whether it's personal or business." Sakayanagi nodded, showing a very friendly attitude.

She had always been interested in Hashiba Hikaru. After the two Special Exam during the summer vacation, the Sakayanagi Faction had become the absolute majority in Class B, because Katsuragi had not led everyone to get more points, whether it was on the Uninhabited Island or in the VIP Exam.

On the contrary, during the first Uninhabited Island Exam, because of trusting Ryuen's strategy, not only did Class B lose a lot of points, but they also had to pay a long-term sum of points to Class D. This caused many of his original followers to defect, since no one would choose an incompetent person to lead them.

"Hmm... In that case, let's exchange questions. After all, it seems like Classmate Sakayanagi is at a disadvantage if it's just me asking the questions."

Hashiba Hikaru carefully considered his words. He remained vigilant when facing Sakayanagi, after all, they were members of Class B. Although they had widened the gap in scores through two Special Exam, they were still the biggest threat to his Class A.

"That's great! This attitude really earns you points, Classmate Hashiba."

Sakayanagi chuckled softly as she gazed at the boy's handsome face, confirming that her judgment was correct.

She had seen many good-looking people, but there were very few who could truly interest a young girl. Hashiba Hikaru was the first one she encountered after arriving at Advanced Nurturing High School.

"Then I'll ask first."

Hashiba Hikaru didn't intend to waste time. After thinking for a moment, he immediately asked his first question.

"Since you've joined the Student Council Classmate Sakayanagi, which department did you choose?"

"I chose the activities club. Although I have mobility issues, I really enjoy participating in projects with lots of people." Sakayanagi placed the coffee that had just been brought over in front of him and stirred it a few times with a spoon to make sure the milk was fully dissolved.

"I see. Now it's Classmate Sakayanagi's turn to ask."

This is actually a rather pointless question, because after starting her official work in the Student Council tomorrow, it won't be long before Hashiba Hikaru finds out which department this silver-haired girl is in charge of. However, using this question to start a conversation is both a way of testing her and a way to ensure that today's exchange goes smoothly.

"Okay, my question is actually..." Sakayanagi looked into Hashiba Hikaru's eyes and slowly asked, "Does Classmate Hashiba want to be the Student Council President?"

Upon hearing this, the boy's expression froze.

"?"

After confirming that she hadn't misheard, Hashiba Hikaru pondered for a moment, then a smile suddenly appeared on her face.

"Is Classmate Sakayanagi interested in this?"

"Yes, I'm very interested."

"If I answer yes, will Classmate Sakayanagi help me?" Hashiba Hikaru looked at the silver-haired girl opposite her. The girl always had a gentle smile on her face, as if she really was a very easy person to get along with.

But after witnessing her incredibly tough side, the boy would never believe that she had that kind of personality.

"Hmm... If Classmate Hashiba really wants to be the Student Council President, I might agree to help if you ask me." Sakayanagi Arisu took a sip of coffee, her expression serene. "Anyway, once we move up to our Second Year, the previous Student Council President will step down; that's always been the rule."

"But it must be really difficult to accomplish this, since I'm running for office. Wouldn't it be incredibly embarrassing if no one supported me?"

Hashiba Hikaru looked troubled. If he wanted to become the next Student Council President like Nagumo, he would need to have a large number of students under his control. Right now, he was only confident about the students in Class A. As for the others, it was all unknown.

Moreover, I heard that you also need the approval of the previous Student Council President; otherwise, even if you have the support of many people, it won't work.

"I believe that as long as you put in the effort, this shouldn't be too difficult for Classmate Hashiba," Sakayanagi Arisu changed the subject with a smile, "But is that really what you truly think?"

"Of course, now that I've joined the Student Council, my original thoughts have changed, so naturally, many butterfly effects will occur," Hashiba Hikaru said calmly. "Don't you want to be the Student Council President Classmate Sakayanagi?"

"Is this Classmate Hashiba's second question?"

"Calculate."

"Okay, but my answer is the complete opposite of yours. I'm actually not interested in the Student Council President position at all."

Sakayanagi Arisu observed Hashiba Hikaru's expression. She could sense that he was testing her, but wasn't she the one who had invited him for the same reason?

"I see. Now it's Classmate Sakayanagi's turn to ask a question." Hashiba Hikaru smiled, gesturing for her to continue.

"My second question is a bit personal. I wonder if Classmate Hashiba minds?"

"Ask away, if I can answer."

"Alright then, what I really wanted to ask is... what kind of girl do you like Classmate Hashiba?"

Upon hearing this question, Hashiba Hikaru's expression changed once again.

Logically speaking, Ichinose's high-profile announcement on the Campus Forum should have been a big deal, so why would she ask such a question?

Is this Classmate Sakayanagi someone who never uses her phone?

This doesn't make sense. After the official announcement, many people liked the post. Because it was a real-name system, many classmates' names could be seen, including many students from Class B. It's unrealistic to say that she knew nothing about it.

"What, is this question too personal? If Classmate Hashiba find it difficult, then just pretend I didn't ask." Sakayanagi Arisu's tone was clearly pleasant.

"Of course not, I already have a girlfriend," Hashiba Hikaru answered frankly, "It's Ichinose."

"Is that so? Congratulations!"

Sakayanagi Arisu smiled slightly. Of course, she knew about the official announcement; she was just testing the waters by asking that question.

Although the silver-haired girl didn't participate in the exam on the Uninhabited Island, she had been secretly arranging for Kamuro Masumi Hashiba Hikaru on the Cruise Ship, and the final results were quite interesting.

Although this Classmate Hashiba, has officially announced his relationship with Ichinose Honami, he also has ambiguous relationships with several other girls and has even engaged in many intimate acts with them.

She thought this might be the other party's weakness.

While she may be interested, what Sakayanagi Arisu truly wants to do is defeat Hashiba Hikaru; this is the driving force behind all her actions.

"Thank you Classmate Sakayanagi. Does this answer your question?"

"Of course, I look forward to working with you in the Student Council from now on, Classmate Hashiba."

"I'm the one on my end; I might need your help again in the future."

"I'll consider it, as long as Classmate Hashiba brings it up."

Meanwhile, having obtained a spare key card for Hashiba Hikaru's dormitory, the girl was currently in his room. They had already taken some time to go out and buy a lot of things, so the refrigerator was now full.

Ando Sayo had just been with them, was also there. When she saw Ichinose Honami preparing lunch, her tone became somewhat subtle.

"Ichinose, why don't you call Classmate Hashiba and ask him how much longer he'll be back?" Ando skillfully played the role of his love advisor.

"Hehe, Ando, you're here again. Hikaru and I don't need to be together every single moment. He needs his own private space too." The girl, wearing an apron, chopped carrots into neat cubes on the cutting board.

"Don't forget, Classmate Hashiba is incredibly popular. I know at least three girls who like him," Ando said with a look of exasperation. "Aren't you afraid that...?"

"There's no 'what if' situation. He only likes me, and we're already lovers. Even if others like his elegance, it just proves I have good taste."

Ichinose Honami wore a gentle smile. He knew Hashiba Hikaru's tastes well, so he planned to prepare lunch before he returned so that the other person could enjoy it without having to wait.

"You... never mind."

Seeing the expectant look in her eyes, Ando felt that she looked just like a wife waiting for her husband to come home, both content and happy.

Because she knows many girls from other classes, she knows that many girls like Hashiba Hikaru, and some even said they wouldn't give up after seeing the official announcement. That's why this kind-hearted girl wanted to protect her friend's relationship.

"Alright then, what dish are you making, Ichinose? I'll help."

"Yes, Hikaru should be back soon. I want him to smell the aroma of food as soon as he opens the door."

"You're hopeless."

Chapter 230 Ichinose's Method of Declaring Sovereignty

After finishing her conversation with Sakayanagi, Hashiba Hikaru headed towards her dormitory.

Today's impromptu meeting can only be considered a transition at best; he will likely have many more opportunities to contact Sakayanagi in the future.

Hashiba Hikaru sensed that this was a probing conversation, so he remained highly vigilant and spoke cautiously to avoid making the situation awkward.

"Let's observe the situation when we work together in the Student Council later. After all, it's possible that she has already controlled most of the students in Class B."

Although she didn't know the specifics, Hashiba Hikaru analyzed the situation based on the fact that Class B hadn't achieved good results in the two Special Exam and concluded that Katsuragi Kohei's faction would definitely be greatly affected.

We must be careful.

As he stepped out of the elevator, the boy made a silent decision. Of all the girls he had met, Sakayanagi Arisu was someone he could never quite understand.

When Hashiba Hikaru arrived at the door of her dormitory, she heard voices inside, and the voices sounded very familiar.

"Drop."

He swiped his card and pushed open the door, and the next second he saw two girls standing in front of the stove, which surprised him.

What are you doing here?

"Hikari, you're back!" When Ichinose Honami saw Hashiba Hikaru standing at the door, a joyful smile immediately appeared on her pretty face.

"Yo, Classmate Hashiba's back." Ando rinsed his hands with water and turned to Hashiba Hikaru. "We're preparing lunch."

"I can see that... but why the rush? We could have waited until I got back to do it together."