Kushida Kikyo: Are You Choosing Me? / Sakayanagi Arisu's Father, the Chairman

He glanced at his phone; it was a message from Kiryuin.

Chat interface.

Kiryuuin Fuuka: How's it going? Did you manage to settle things?

Hashiba Hikaru: We're still in a meeting, but it's over now. I'll chat with you later when I have time.

Kiryuuin Fuuka: Remember to take as many as you can, don't miss this opportunity.

Hashiba Hikaru: That's natural.

After putting down his phone, Hashiba Hikaru smiled slightly. He was well aware of Kiryuuin Fuuka's intentions. This sudden impeachment was a great opportunity. Since he was already there, he should collect some interest.

"It seems this impeachment has not been well received by the public."

Hashiba Hikaru glanced at Higashida, the student who had spoken first. After realizing that the situation on the field had suddenly turned around, Higashida was now somewhat at a loss. After all, Miyabi Nagumo's lines were all meant to be aggressive, and who could have imagined that the situation would turn out like this?

"Since Higashida's impeachment petition has not gained widespread support, let's leave this matter aside for now."

After assessing the current situation, Miyabi Nagumo felt there was no need for her to put on a brave face. In any case, he had distanced himself from the situation from the beginning and would not be affected at all.

Hearing him say that, everyone thought the meeting was about to end, but Hashiba Hikaru suddenly spoke up.

"I have one more suggestion before the meeting adjourns, please wait a moment."

"?"

The Student Council members who were packing their things were all a little confused, while Higashida suddenly felt a chill down his spine. He looked up and found that Hashiba Hikaru was smiling coldly.

"I would like to file another impeachment petition."

The young man's face was serious, and he said in a resounding voice, "Just like the impeachment that Senior Higashida just launched against me, although he presented his evidence, the fact that everyone didn't accept it already speaks volumes."

"I think it's a bit too frivolous for a Student Council member to fail to gather enough evidence before initiating impeachment. This could not only affect many people's personal reputations but also lead to wrongful convictions."

"This is extremely irresponsible. I believe that Higashida- senpai is no longer capable of serving as a Student Council officer. This is the content of my impeachment motion."

Hashiba Hikaru's speech was quite comprehensive. After he finished speaking, he didn't even look at Higashida, whose face was getting paler and paler, but went straight to explain to Miyabi Nagumo.

If this blond-haired Student Council President wants to maintain an image of being "fair" and impartial, focusing on the issue rather than the person, he needs to show his stance at this time.

Even if he wants to refuse, he needs to give a reason.

"Ahem... Vice President Hashiba's suggestion is indeed very reasonable, but we've already completed one impeachment today, so how about we discuss this matter again next time?"

"Now that everyone's here, I think this is just right."

Hashiba Hikaru gave Kiriyama a look.

"That's right. Anyway, it doesn't take much time to complete an impeachment vote. Since this impeachment is related to Higashida, and everyone has just heard his statement and remarks, I think everyone understands their reasons."

Kiriyama speaks very quickly, giving people almost no time to react.

"Yes, everyone has already seen through his actions, so I think there's no problem."

"Yes, I agree, let's start voting right away."

After the impeachment vote, those who were not firm in their stance understood that it was safer to go with the flow at this time, since the one to be sacrificed was Higashida, not themselves.

"Alright then, please begin voting."

Seeing that most people agreed to hold an impeachment vote, Miyabi Nagumo rubbed her temples and glared at Higashida with some displeasure.

This guy's adaptability is terrible; he can't express himself without his lines. He's a complete waste!

"Those who agree to impeach Higashida, please raise your hands."

"Swish, swish, swish!"

This time, everyone raised their hands very quickly, and the motion passed with a high number of votes in an instant.

Seeing this, Miyabi Nagumo had no choice but to announce the result.

Higashida Takashi was officially stripped of his Student Council officer status and became an ordinary member of the Club Management Department.

Upon hearing the result, Hashiba Hikaru was the first to stand up and applaud. He didn't even look at the forlorn figure, but instead decided to start planting his own people.

Since the position is now vacant, this official absolutely must obey in order to ensure the stability of the subsequent voting.

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Chapter 426 Kushida Kikyo: Should I go?

After the meeting, Hashiba Hikaru packed her things and went to her seat.

Seeing the boy's smiling expression, Sakayanagi Arisu, sitting opposite him, said, "It seems that today's events haven't affected Classmate Hashiba. You seem to be in a good mood."

"I'd say it was a close call, but ultimately harmless. After all, I like to have a few backup plans."

Hashiba Hikaru took out his phone and glanced at it. The text message he sent to Kiryuin before entering the Conference Room had been very effective, which was why the vote had just been reversed.

The Silver-haired Senior and Ichinose Honami have been doing a great job lately. If they want to recruit people, isn't it just a matter of who offers the higher price?

Moreover, Kiryuin has a unique influence among the Second Year. Several Student Council officers are from Class B of the Second Year, so having her in charge is the safest option.

After all, no one would go against Private Points, and the silver-haired girl also had a complete grasp of all the situations where Miyabi Nagumo had leverage over them, which was how she was able to successfully launch a counterattack.

"That's really impressive, no wonder you're Classmate Hashiba."

Sakayanagi Arisu smiled slightly. She had roughly guessed what had happened today, but the result was indeed unexpected.

Just as the girl was lost in thought, she saw a tall figure appear at the door of the Student Council office. It was a beautiful girl with the same hair color as her, but the other girl was taller and more voluptuous, with a strong aura of a mature woman.

"I have something to attend to, so I'll be leaving now. Goodbye, Classmate Sakayanagi."

Upon seeing Kiryuuin Fuuka by the entrance, Hashiba Hikaru Hajime immediately walked outside. He had once again incurred her favor, making it the third time in a row.

"It seems you're quite satisfied with today's result, Hashiba."

Kiryuuin Fuuka stood beside the boy with a smile, gazing at his profile. She was inexplicably in a good mood.

"Yes, we also have to thank Kiryuin for her help, otherwise this time there might have been an even more troublesome situation."

Hashiba Hikaru sighed and walked down the stairs with the other person.

"How many times has this happened this time?"

A smile appeared on the silver-haired girl's lips.

"The third time."

"Remember to repay me well. You have three chances, and you can't miss a single one."

"That's natural."

"Keeping promises is a very good quality, and I hope junior Hashiba will continue to uphold it."

"I will."

Watching the two figures walk away side by side, Sakayanagi Arisu pursed her cherry lips, her beautiful eyes filled with a complex light.

"Second Year upperclassman? She's certainly something special..."

The silver-haired girl thought of the last thing Hashiba Hikaru had promised her, and felt somewhat agitated.

At dinner time, Hashiba Hikaru and Kushida Kikyo met in his dormitory.

After listening to the boy recount what happened at the Student Council that day, the short-haired girl's expression went through a very steep psychological curve, from shock to relaxation and then to a smile.

Because the Activities Department where Kushida Kikyo works has been quite busy lately, dealing with the end-of-semester arrangements, she didn't go to the Student Council office that afternoon and was unaware of what had happened.

"So, in the end, Hikaru-kun still won, right?"

"Yes, although there were some twists and turns, this matter became a breakthrough."

Hashiba Hikaru took a sip of water and chuckled softly, "Because I removed one of the Student Council officers, this spot became vacant."

"... Then what?"

Kushida Kikyo licked her lips. She knew Hashiba Hikaru's personality well and knew that the other party wouldn't bring up such a thing for no reason.

"I plan to have Kikyo try to get this cadre position."

This is Hashiba Hikaru's true thought.

"I have no objection, but can I really go?"

After confirming that her guess was correct, Kushida Kikyo suddenly felt very happy, because if she became Student Council officer, she and Hashiba Hikaru would spend more time together in the Student Council.

"The vacancy will likely be filled this week. Every Student Council member can run for office. The election will be conducted by receiving votes from Student Council officers and club leaders. The more votes a candidate receives, the more qualified they are to take office."

Hashiba Hikaru thought about it for a moment. Miyabi Nagumo would definitely not let this opportunity slip by, so they had to hurry.

When Horikita Manabu was in office, he selected and appointed most of the officials. However, after Miyabi Nagumo came to power, he changed many rules in order to ensure that he had more legitimate authority and a nominal voting system.

Nowadays, the procedures for ordinary members to become Student Council officers are quite complicated. Even Miyabi Nagumo can't directly appoint someone; it has to be done through the selection of the group.

Previously, Hashiba Hikaru had been arranging for Kiryuin and Ichinose Honami to recruit people within the club, a plan she had devised in advance, and now it was proving useful.

"Has Kikyo been getting along well with everyone in the Student Council lately?"

Hashiba Hikaru asked a very pointless question.

"It got along really well. Everyone was very friendly to me, after all, I'm good at making friends."

For Kushida Kikyo, socializing is second nature. Having been in the Student Council for so long, her improved abilities are only part of it; more importantly, she has expanded her social circle.

"That would be perfect."

Hashiba Hikaru nodded. Now that the person had been chosen, they could start working towards that goal. If they could place one of their own first-year students into the existing Student Council leadership, it would make it easier for him to consolidate power.

If we wait until he enters the Second Year to make arrangements, it won't be so easy, and the boy doesn't want to wait any longer.

"Yes, I will try my best."

The short-haired girl nodded. She knew that Hashiba Hikaru cared a lot about this, and if she could help him, she believed it would make the boy care about her even more.

"Then go submit your self-recommendation letter tomorrow, and then we'll work together to gain more support."

Hashiba Hikaru stroked his chin. Besides this matter, he also planned to find out about the candidates that Miyabi Nagumo had chosen.

If the other party is a difficult person, the situation might change again.

"Is Kikyo confident?"

"Of course I'm confident, but if I succeed in the election, Hikaru-kun -kun."

Kushida Kikyo hummed softly, "Right?"

"That's natural."

"Just you wait and see, I'll get this spot!"

"Okay, keep it up!"

427

Chapter 427 Sakayanagi Arisu's father, the Chairman of the board.

After finishing her conversation with Kushida Kikyo, Hashiba Hikaru let the girl stay overnight. After all, Ichinose Honami had said she wouldn't come over today, so there was no way the short-haired girl would leave.

The next day, at the end of the third class, the boy received a notification from Chie Hoshinomiya informing him that his application had been approved and that he could meet the Chairman that afternoon.

Has anyone here met the Chairman?

During lunch, Hashiba Hikaru, Ichinose Honami, Ando, and Shibata were sitting together when he casually asked this question.

"No, it seems like he hasn't appeared at many large events."

"Yes, I feel the same way. Under normal circumstances, the Chairman doesn't interfere in class management affairs; most of it is handled by the Student Council and the class advisors."

Kanzaki Ryuji has been spending a lot of time in the Student Council, and his understanding of many things has grown significantly.

"I think I've seen his face before during an interview on a TV station."

Ando rubbed his temples, as if recalling some scene.

"Oh?"

Hashiba Hikaru immediately became interested and quickly asked, "Ando, do you remember how old he was?"

"He looked to be in his forties, a rather handsome middle-aged man, but his hair was silver."