November Arrives, and New Items Hit the Shop. / Airi Sakura's Plans for the Future.
[A new month has begun, the Trading Shop has been refreshed, please check your inventory!]
[Trading Shop]
[Stock Analyzer: 1000]
[White Jade Chess: 30000]
[Stock Locator: 30000]
[Table Tennis (Proficient): 10000]
[Songwriting (Master): 250,000]
[Charm:500000]
After seeing the new items, Hashiba Hikaru began to carefully examine the newly updated shop. He had gradually figured out some patterns: the system shop would refresh six items every month, among which the [Stock Analyzer] and either Stamina or Intelligence, Charm would always be refreshed.
However, the other four items will be very different. Rare items may have a surprising effect, such as the [Life Album] and the [Exercise Booster] that were purchased before. But there are some skills that are not currently useful, so Hashiba Hikaru did not purchase them.
However, after gradually changing his mind, the boy decided to adjust his purchasing strategy. In any case, if there were higher-level skills or items, he would definitely not lose money after purchasing them.
What is this?
After establishing a new purchasing strategy, Hashiba Hikaru began to carefully examine the items that had been refreshed this month, and soon his eyes locked onto an item he had never seen before.
[Stock Locator]
[This can be used to locate the position information of a stock trader. After use, you can bind a stock trader, and their movement trajectory and location changes will be displayed. If you apply to unbind, you will need to wait one week before you can rebind the stock trader.]
"Hiss."
After reading the instructions, Hashiba Hikaru gasped. Judging from the text alone, this thing didn't seem very powerful, but it had considerable practical value for the young man at the moment.
After all, the boy has already developed a very close relationship with the three stock market characters, so sometimes Hashiba Hikaru needs to manage his time to prevent them from clashing, otherwise it will be very troublesome.
When school started, everyone learned that mobile phones could locate friends. As campus life progressed, most people turned this function off to protect their privacy.
Currently, Kushida Kikyo is the simplest one, because she knows that Hashiba Hikaru is having affairs with three people at the same time, while as for Sakura Airi, she only knows that Ichinose is the official girlfriend, and she is the second one.
The most important thing is to see Ichinose Honami's attitude. After all, as the boy's girlfriend whom he has publicly announced to the whole school, if she finds out about these things, that would probably be the most troublesome situation.
"Then let's bind with Honami first. If I know their location in advance, I can avoid a lot of problems."
After a simple analysis, Hashiba Hikaru quickly understood the best operational strategy.
Should we purchase Stock Locator?
[Purchase successful, payment of 30,000.]
After the purchase was completed, a small map immediately appeared on the boy's System Panel, which appeared to be an overhead view of the Advanced Nurturing High School.
[Bound to: Ichinose Honami]
After the binding was complete, a small red dot appeared on the original minimap. The other person was currently staying in the dormitory building without moving, since it was already midnight and they were probably asleep.
Moreover, Hashiba Hikaru only then discovered that the map not only had an overview function, but also detailed location information on the dots, including Ichinose's room number and the floor information.
"That's really impressive."
Hashiba Hikaru in amazement. This way, she could not only keep track of her girlfriend's location and prevent her from running into the other two girls, but she could also prepare some surprises for her in advance. Wasn't that killing two birds with one stone?
After purchasing the item, the boy looked back at his System Panel, continued browsing the new items updated in the [Trading Shop], and then focused his attention on [Songwriting (Master)].
[Songwriting Master]
[After mastering this skill, you will possess master-level Songwriting abilities, easily handling both lyrics and music composition. You will be able to create widely popular songs using your talent.]
"Song... song."
Hashiba Hikaru pondered for a moment, then quickly thought of another person— Sakura Airi.
Although this red-haired girl is timid, she has become an internet celebrity because of her love for photography. Now that she has met me, her life has indeed changed a lot, and even some of her lifestyle habits have begun to change.
"After I leave this school, this might be a good path."
The boy considered the possibility of this skill briefly and decided it would be better to discuss it with the other party first, since it concerned his future life choices, and Hashiba Hikaru couldn't make the decision for him directly.
Although he had seen a photo of Sakura Airi in his [Life Album], there was no definite answer yet about what the future held.
After checking the [Trading Shop] where items were refreshed, Hashiba Hikaru began to review her stock holdings. Since the start of the semester, many of the stocks she had purchased had undergone significant changes.
[Stock Interface]
[Ichinose Honami Stock]
[Current Price: 300, Number of Quantities Held: 2000.]
[Sakura Airi Stock]
[Current Price: 300, Number of Quantities Held: 2000.]
[Shiina Hiyori Stock]
[Current Price: 100, Number of Quantities Held: 3000.]
[Kushida Kikyo Stock]
[Current Price: 300, Number of Quantities Held: 4000.]
[Horikita Suzune Stock]
[Current Price: 80, Number of Quantities Held: 3000.]
[Current remaining funds: 129,600.]
The five stocks I've bought so far have all changed drastically since they were first listed. After spending a day alone with Kushida Kikyo a while ago, her stock price successfully rose to 300 points, which is currently my largest reserve fund.
"In any case, we currently have a sufficient amount of stock reserves. This master-level skill costs 250,000, so buying it would be quite easy."
Hashiba Hikaru tapped the table lightly, temporarily ending her mental replay. She'd deal with everything after talking with Sakura Airi tomorrow.
After closing the System Panel, the boy lay on the soft bed with his arms as a pillow, filled with even greater anticipation for the future.
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The next morning, November officially arrived.
The first day of the month is always a day for updating Class Evaluation Points and transferring new Private Points, no matter which month it is. Everyone is filled with anticipation because after getting used to class competition, any change in rankings will stir up everyone's emotions.
Upon arriving at the classroom of Class A of the First Year early, Hashiba Hikaru was immediately greeted by her classmates.
"Good morning, Classmate Hashiba."
Good morning, Classmate Hashiba.
Good morning, everyone.
Hashiba Hikaru walked to her seat with a smile. Her deskmate and girlfriend Ichinose Honami, had naturally arrived earlier. Her pretty face was adorned with a gentle smile, and she seemed to be in a very good mood.
"Honami seems to be in a good mood. Is it because it's the beginning of the month?"
"Yes, the Private Points have already been transferred to the account. I checked, and our class didn't lose many points this month, so we're still maintaining our Lead."
Ichinose Honami waved her phone. At eight o'clock in the morning, she received a Private Points, meaning that Class A's current Class Evaluation Points was higher than last month.
"I remember during the Sports Festival, Class C lost 200 points. Maybe the rankings will change this month."
Hashiba Hikaru had thought of this. Although he had thwarted Ryuen's final plan, their attack on Class C was still quite effective.
"Probably, I feel their scores must have gotten quite low."
After pondering for Ichinose Honami guessed a very close number.
Let's look forward to the results later.
Hashiba Hikaru changed the subject, bringing up something new. "In contrast, something else is more important right now."
Is it about Student Council recruitment?
"Yes, Senior Nagumo has already begun to exercise the powers of the Student Council President, and I guess the recruitment plan for new members will be announced soon."
Hashiba Hikaru touched her chin. Although there was a high probability that the task of recruiting new people would fall to her, Miyabi Nagumo would definitely not allow her to place people in her own ranks.
"Are there any suitable members in our class?"
Ichinose Honami looked at her classmates in the classroom, with whom she had spent every day. More than half a year had passed since April, and everyone had built a deep friendship.
"Honami can help me find the first batch of candidates, and we can vote during the class meeting."
"Uh-huh."
After the school bell rang, Chie Hoshinomiya, with her makeup on, entered Class A's classroom.
After exchanging a few pleasantries with everyone, she turned around and wrote down the new Class Evaluation Points and class rankings, instantly attracting everyone's attention.
Class A of the First Year: 1890.
Class B of the First Year: 970.
Class C of the First Year: 163.
Class D of the First Year: 89.
After the scores were announced, Chie Hoshinomiya added cheerfully, "After the Sports Festival, Class C's scores dropped significantly, so Class D was promoted back to Class C, while they went back to last place."
As she said these words, the stylishly dressed young female teacher was very happy; she felt extremely satisfied that the class of that woman from the Chabashira had fallen to rock bottom this time.
"Let's all keep up the good work! I believe our class will eventually graduate together from Class A!"
Chie Hoshinomiya launched the call to action, her tone full of enthusiasm.
We will try our best!!!
Her response was naturally a unified effort from all the members, including Hashiba Hikaru, who were already very confident about graduating from Class A together.
Barring unforeseen circumstances, the second possibility will not arise.
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338
Chapter 338 Sakura Airi's Future Plans
After finishing her last class, Hashiba Hikaru headed to the Student Council's Activity Classroom.
After Miyabi Nagumo became the new Student Council President, the blond-haired guy indeed had a lot of work to do, including meetings on many new reform plans, as well as the promotion and review of various projects.
However, as the Vice President of the Student Council, Hashiba Hikaru's main focus is currently on handling matters in the Activities Department and preparing a plan for recruiting new members.
He has already prepared several different contingency plans. After the meeting this Friday, he will choose one to start implementing. After all, this is the first plan that Hashiba Hikaru has taken on since becoming Vice President, and it must be done well.
"Classmate Hashiba, how's your recruitment plan coming along?"
Because their positions had been switched, Sakayanagi Arisu now had to walk a bit further to talk to Hashiba Hikaru. The girl, leaning on her cane, came up behind him.
"I've prepared three kinds. Would you like to take a look at them, Classmate Sakayanagi?"
"Sure."
"Please have a seat."
Although Hashiba Hikaru remained wary, she treated the girl quite gently.
After all, the boy and Sakayanagi are now "partners" in a sense, and the other party also dislikes Miyabi Nagumo. If she can be an ally, it would be quite good.
In addition, I still owe her three favors in order to get her votes, so I must maintain the best attitude.
"Then let me take a look first."
Sakayanagi Arisu handed the cane to the boy, then sat down gracefully. She gazed at the three plans on the computer screen, a faint smile playing on her lips.
After about five or six minutes, Hashiba Hikaru, curious about the other person's opinion, asked, "What do you think, Classmate Sakayanagi?"
"I think the third option is better."
Sakayanagi Arisu looked away from the computer screen and explained calmly, "Because if Classmate Hashiba really wants to increase her influence in the Student Council, she has to be chosen from among the best."
"Should we conduct a large-scale recruitment within the first-year students' cohort?"
Hashiba Hikaru stroked his chin. The third option was to implement a highly efficient screening model and conduct diverse reviews and examinations, but this might result in fewer candidates, so the boy listed it as the last option.
"Human wave tactics are useless, Classmate Hashiba."
Sakayanagi Arisu sat in the boy's seat, her tone slightly sarcastic, "If you want to overwhelm Nagumo with sheer numbers, you might as well just go to the shopping mall and hire anyone."