Arisu Sakayanagi's Stock Analysis. / Suzune Horikita's Sigh.

After mastering this skill, the boy sitting in his seat suddenly felt a massive flow of information flooding into his memory, from the most basic music theory to various creative techniques and ideas, as if decades of creative experience from a master had been poured into his brain all at once.

"Is this the world of the masters?"

Hashiba Hikaru closed her eyes, carefully feeling the collision and combination of the different notes, as if she were swimming in a brand new world. Countless color blocks filled with color began to move and transform from top to bottom, outlining clearer shadows.

[Then, let's start by trying to create something.]

After opening her eyes, Hashiba Hikaru took out her pre-prepared notebook and began writing lyrics.

Whether writing a story or creating lyrics, the first step is to determine a theme to express, and then to brainstorm various ideas around that theme. The young man was quite clear about this, and he had a general outline in less than an hour, making the process of thinking about the lyrics go smoothly.

The day's classes ended quickly, and the school bell rang. Hashiba Hikaru carried her schoolbag and headed to the Student Council.

After a busy period, the boy sat down in his seat and took out the ideas and thoughts he had organized that day. Since the goal was to create the most perfect debut song, the sooner the better. He could release it online in advance to help Sakura Airi popularity.

"Classmate Hashiba, are you free right now?"

A familiar voice rang out behind the boy. When he turned around, he found it was Sakayanagi Arisu.

Hashiba Hikaru covered the lyric book and asked gently, "Is there something you need, Classmate Sakayanagi?"

The exquisitely beautiful silver-haired girl, leaning on her cane with elegant posture, said, "Classmate Hashiba, do you remember what I said before? I've come to you today to fulfill my promise."

"Of course I remember. Since it's something I promised, I naturally won't break my promise."

Hashiba Hikaru looked at Sakayanagi's pretty face and asked with some curiosity, "What's the first thing Classmate Sakayanagi wants me to do?"

"Are you free right now, Classmate Hashiba?"

"Available."

"Then come with me first. What I want you to do needs to be done somewhere else."

"Good."

Hashiba Hikaru watched her walk forward, leaning on her cane with her slender arms, and a thought struck her. She stepped forward and asked, "Is it far? If it is, Classmate Sakayanagi, you don't need to be in such a hurry."

"Classmate Hashiba. The place I chose isn't far, I'll be there soon."

"That's good."

~~~~~

390

Chapter 390: Sakayanagi Arisu's stock analysis.

After following Sakayanagi Arisu out of the Student Council room, Hashiba Hikaru and she arrived at the door of another classroom.

"We've arrived. This is the place."

Sakayanagi Arisu stopped at the door. Only then did the boy realize that this seemed to be a club Activity Classroom, but he didn't know exactly which club it was.

Logically speaking, Hashiba Hikaru, who had previously been in charge of the Club Management Department, should have had contact with all clubs, but she had no recollection of this particular club.

"Don't be too confused. I just created this club a few days ago, and there are only two people there right now."

Sakayanagi Arisu probably understood the puzzled look on the boy's face, and immediately explained the situation for him.

"Two people? If it's just two people, it can only be considered a hobby group, right? A hobby group probably wouldn't apply for Activity Classroom this big, would it?"

Hearing her say that, Hashiba Hikaru became even more concerned.

"It was just good luck, Classmate Hashiba, you don't need to worry about it so much. We've already taken care of all the necessary paperwork. Do you still want to have it checked?"

Sakayanagi Arisu reached out and opened the door, a faint smile playing on her lips.

"Of course not, I was just curious."

Hashiba Hikaru certainly wouldn't be so tactless. After all, he's no longer in the Club Management Department, and since he has the opportunity to gain Sakayanagi's support, turning a blind eye to this matter is perfectly acceptable.

Upon entering the Club Room, the boy immediately spotted a purple-haired girl standing there. She was dressed in a neat school uniform, and her pretty face was expressionless. It was none other than Kamuro Masumi, who often Sakayanagi Arisu.

"Masumi- san, we have guests today. Could you please prepare some coffee?"

"OK."

Seeing that the other person obediently went to the shelf next to him to prepare coffee, Hashiba Hikaru's lips curled into a playful smile. Guided by Sakayanagi Arisu, he sat down at the table and saw the silver-haired girl opposite him take out a chess set.

"What's the first thing Classmate Sakayanagi wants me to do?"

"This is it."

Sakayanagi Arisu placed the prepared chess set on the table. She seemed to be very good at this activity, as her movements were very practiced.

"Is the first thing you want me to do, Classmate Sakayanagi, to do is play Go with you?"

After she set up the chessboard, Hashiba Hikaru asked with a smile.

"I guess so, but there are preconditions for fulfilling the agreement."

Sakayanagi Arisu picked up the queen piece from the Go board and gently rubbed it in her hand, saying with great interest.

"What are the preconditions?"

"If Classmate Hashiba can beat me, then I'll consider this a success."

What if I can't beat you?

Hashiba Hikaru raised an eyebrow.

"That's fine too. I can still consider it a success for Classmate Hashiba, but Classmate Hashiba has to admit that you lost to me."

"..."

"Is it really that simple?"

Hashiba Hikaru considered the situation in her mind. Actually, losing to Sakayanagi Arisu wasn't a big deal, but hearing what she said made the boy feel that there might be other hidden reasons.

"It's that simple. Winning and losing are what I pursue. Don't you want to win, Classmate Hashiba?"

Upon hearing this, Hashiba Hikaru instantly understood what the silver-haired girl meant.

She's provoking us.

If she were to admit defeat, it would be a psychological blow. Although it wouldn't have a huge impact, Hashiba Hikaru has had a very smooth journey so far, so why would she choose to surrender at this point?

How do we compare them?

"Just do as you say, Classmate Hashiba. It's okay if we lose. As long as Classmate Hashiba is willing to fight again, we can keep going until... Mian."

A sweet smile appeared on Sakayanagi Arisu's pretty face, as if she were truly a gentle and harmless girl.

"Until Classmate Hashiba lost confidence and dared not issue another challenge."

"Hehe, it seems Classmate Sakayanagi is really good. No wonder Katsuragi couldn't beat you."

Hashiba Hikaru casually picked up a Go piece; it was probably Sakayanagi's personal item and looked quite valuable.

"What does Classmate Hashiba mean? Are you going to accept the challenge?"

Let me think about it.

At this moment, Kamuro Masumi, who had gone to prepare coffee, came over. She acted like a waitress, first serving Sakayanagi a steaming cup of coffee, and then placing another cup in front of Hashiba Hikaru.

"Thank you, Kamuro."

After thanking him, Hashiba Hikaru began to ponder the deeper meaning behind Sakayanagi's actions. This seemingly delicate silver-haired girl was actually a highly aggressive person, and as a stock market figure, she was currently the one the boy was most wary of.

With that in mind, Hashiba Hikaru calmly opened her stock analysis results.

[Sakayanagi Arisu Stock]

[Stock Information: Fair-skinned, cute, with beautiful silver hair; due to a congenital health condition, she needs a cane to walk; she usually prefers to sit; possesses remarkable intelligence; calm and collected; and is trusted by her classmates.]

[Stock price increase suggestion: Arouse her curiosity, defeat her head-on (any method is acceptable), and get into her heart.]

[Risk of reduced stock price: Act incompetent, constantly lose to her, and reveal all your thoughts to her.]

"It doesn't seem complicated to boost her stock price, but beating this guy won't be an easy task."

Hashiba Hikaru stroked his chin, imprinting all this information into his mind. He put down the chess piece in his hand and said calmly, "Actually, I'm also someone who doesn't like to admit defeat. If I lose to Classmate Sakayanagi today, perhaps I will persevere and continue to challenge you."

"That's great! I'll keep waiting for you Classmate Hashiba."

Sakayanagi raised his coffee and took a small sip.

"Let's go then, let's try the next round."

"Can."

Sakayanagi nodded, a look of expectation flashing in his eyes, and slowly said, "Then please, challenger, go first."

"Then I won't stand on ceremony."

Hashiba Hikaru probably started playing chess during the summer vacation of fifth grade. At that time, the school was holding a chess tournament, and the grand prize was a brand new laptop computer that could be used to look up information and study. In order not to cause trouble for his parents, he was determined to win this prize.

That laptop is still sitting at my old home. This duel with Sakayanagi is so important, the boy certainly doesn't want to lose.

The match officially began, with Hashiba Hikaru and Sakayanagi Arisu each holding black and white.

Ten minutes later.

"General."

The delicate-featured silver-haired girl gently moved the chess piece in her hand, her tone as calm as still water.

"..."

Damn, looks like this guy actually has some skills.

331

Chapter 331 Horikita Suzune's Sigh.

Inside the quiet Club Room, after Sakayanagi Arisu won three consecutive rounds against Hashiba Hikaru, the boy's previously smug expression gradually turned ugly.

"Cough."

Hashiba Hikaru coughed and said somewhat awkwardly, "Classmate Sakayanagi is indeed a master of chess; I am truly ashamed of my inferiority."

"No need to say that. Classmate Hashiba a very strong learning ability. It won't be so easy for him to beat you."

The silver-haired girl rearranged the chessboard in front of her, speaking softly.

This was not an excuse, but her true feeling.

Because Sakayanagi Arisu was highly skilled in various board games from a young age, reaching an extremely high level by the age of ten, Hashiba Hikaru had no chance of winning today's match.

The problem is that Sakayanagi Arisu calculates the number of moves in each game in her mind. Even if she wins three games in a row, the time it takes to win each game increases. In other words, Hashiba Hikaru is constantly thinking of ways to break the deadlock, making each game more and more troublesome.

This is a truly terrifying learning ability.

The silver-haired girl's gaze fell on the other person's handsome face, her eyes somewhat deep.

"Don't be so modest, Classmate Sakayanagi. I'll have to learn a lot from you in the future."

Hashiba Hikaru was unaware of Sakayanagi Arisu's inner thoughts. Instead, she was mentally reviewing the three games she had just lost. Logically speaking, her chess skills were definitely not weak, but she hadn't expected to be so thoroughly defeated. Thinking about it, it was quite embarrassing.

"Is Classmate Hashiba coming again?"

Although she was secretly alarmed by the speed at which her opponent learned, the more this happened, the more her Sakayanagi spirit was ignited. If she wanted to completely defeat her opponent, she had to break her opponent's will.

"Hmm."

Hearing her challenge again, Hashiba Hikaru hesitated. Although it was indeed a good thing to devote herself to the game, losing repeatedly was really frustrating, especially losing to the girl in front of her.

However, he was also somewhat unwilling to give up.

"How about this? Since Classmate Sakayanagi's requirement is that I beat you, how about we play three games a day, using a best-of-three format to determine the winner?"

Hashiba Hikaru smiled slightly and suggested, "I need some time to think and review, otherwise wouldn't Classmate Sakayanagi find it quite boring?"

"Can."

The silver-haired girl nodded slightly, agreeing to the other party's proposal. Her first request was actually the result of much thought. On one hand, she wanted to spend time with Hashiba Hikaru privately and get to know her better through multiple interactions.

On the other hand, it's a way to find the opponent's weaknesses. After all, she doesn't like being overshadowed by other classes after defeating Katsuragi. Sakayanagi Arisu must reclaim the first place.

"Then it's settled. Anyway, Classmate Sakayanagi and I are both colleagues in the Student Council. Playing three games here after work is a really good form of entertainment."

"Indeed, let's wait and see."

Sakayanagi Arisu smiled gently, a smile playing on her lips.