The First Person He Meets Is Horikita Suzune / Horikita Suzune Likes the Feeling of Relying on Someone
After receiving the boys' combined opinions, Ryuen Kakeru did not persist.
"Then let's leave it at that."
After the male leaders of the other three classes expressed their approval, basically no one objected, and Hashiba Hikaru easily became the one giving orders.
"Then let's distribute it in a way that maximizes our interests."
"We need to form six groups in total, so we'll allocate them according to the numbers 15, 15, 15, 15, 10, and 10. Each class can first select twelve people, then each of the remaining three classes can send one person to form a group, and the remaining people will form two groups."
"No problem."
"Let's do it this way for now. If someone chooses the same group twice when selecting people, let's decide by rock-paper-scissors."
Hashiba Hikaru glanced at the boys around her. "Does everyone have any objections to this approach?"
"Okay, let's divide into groups like this for now."
After listening to Hashiba Hikaru's explanation, the 80 boys present immediately understood the grouping method. If fairness was to be achieved, this was indeed the only way, and it didn't require much explanation.
When he announced the groupings in this way, the boys in Class A of the First Year immediately surrounded Hashiba Hikaru and began to discuss it. Everyone wanted to be in the same group as the boy, which led to many rounds of rock-paper-scissors.
The other three classes also began to group in this way, with each class having a leader who would lead a group of 15 people, while the selected students would be placed into groups of only 10 people.
After about five or six minutes, the group assignments were basically clear. Hashiba Hikaru's group of 15 included Kanzaki Ryuji and Shibata Sou, among other core members of Class A, plus one member from each of the other three classes.
"Now that the group assignments are almost complete, please go and report to your teachers."
After the groups were formed, the next step was to report the group members to the teachers. Once the groups were formed, they couldn't be easily changed, so everyone was just thinking about registering quickly and then going to rest.
However, just as the first-year boys began lining up to register, a person stepped out from the group of second and third-year students. It was a smiling blond man— the Student Council President Miyabi Nagumo.
"It seems the juniors have already finished their group assignments. Would you like to decide on the group selection now?"
Facing the first-year boys, Miyabi Nagumo offered suggestions quite gently. By this time, the second and third-year students had also completed the assignment of six groups.
"Wasn't it supposed to be decided before 8 PM?"
Some people raised objections.
"The school just wants us to have more time to make a decision. Now that the boys from all three grades have decided on their respective groups, wouldn't it be better to just complete the group assignments naturally?"
Miyabi Nagumo said with a smile, "In that case, there's nothing else to do today, and everyone can get some rest. What do you think?"
As he said this, the blond man looked at Horikita Manabu, who was standing at the front of the third-year student line, and asked, "Does Horikita Manabu think what I said is right?"
"Yes, that's very convenient."
After hearing the opinions of these two absolute representatives of the second and third years, the first-year students naturally understood that if the group assignments were finalized now, they could relax properly today.
"Alright then, but how should we choose?"
"How about we decide by rock-paper-scissors? Each of the six first-grade groups can send a representative to play rock-paper-scissors to determine the order of selection. One round will select from the third grade, and the next from the Second Year. As long as everyone agrees, the large group can be established. Wouldn't that be convenient?"
Miyabi Nagumo presented a very detailed plan, indicating that he had not just made it up casually, but had already thought out the specific implementation details.
"Let's do it that way then."
The six groups of first graders began to choose representatives for rock-paper-scissors, but at this moment, Miyabi Nagumo spoke up again. Unlike before when he addressed everyone, this time he chose to walk directly to Hashiba Hikaru.
"Hashiba, Yujima, do you want to fight alongside me this time?"
Upon hearing this, almost instantly all the boys present turned their attention to the boy. Hashiba Hikaru, who was already attracting the attention of countless people, became the focus of everyone's attention even more rightfully.
"..."
Hashiba Hikaru rubbed her temples, looking at Miyabi Nagumo's face without saying a word.
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Chapter 480 The first person they met was Horikita Suzune.
After Miyabi Nagumo said those words, all the boys present inevitably focused their attention on Hashiba Hikaru. Those who were class representatives, such as Katsuragi Kohei and Hirata Yosuke, showed surprised expressions, while Ryuen Kakeru showed a smile of watching a show.
"Isn't it a bit inappropriate to say that, Senior Nagumo?"
Hashiba Hikaru replied quickly, a faint smile on his face, "Didn't we just agree to decide the order by rock-paper-scissors? If I join your team, but don't end up choosing your group first, wouldn't that be awkward?"
"Haha, so this is the kind of person who follows the rules, Hashiba?"
Miyabi Nagumo wore a smile, but a fleeting glint of coldness flashed in her eyes.
"Let's stick to the order of the draw. I'd be very happy if I could be chosen to be in Nagumo- senpai's class."
"Then I'll wait for you to choose."
After saying that, Miyabi Nagumo returned to her group, while Horikita Manabu remained silent, simply observing everyone calmly.
Despite this setback, the six groups of first-year students quickly selected representatives for rock-paper-scissors, and Hashiba Hikaru's group naturally had himself as the representative. After the game, the results were quickly announced.
It has to be said that the boy was quite lucky; he wasn't the first to choose, but the second. The group that had the first choice was Katsuragi's group.
"Katsuragi, please start by choosing from the third-year students."
Hashiba Hikaru smiled slightly and raised her hand to indicate that he could make a decision.
"Hmm... I've decided..."
Standing at the front, Katsuragi Kohei pondered for a moment. As a relatively composed person, he understood the importance of this exam. After the groups were divided, the upper and lower limits of the rewards within the class varied greatly. As long as he didn't fail, he could reap a very good reward in the end.
Although Katsuragi had lost to Sakayanagi Arisu in their competition, since the current exam was divided into male and female groups, he naturally became the person in charge of the male group. If he could win a reward in this exam, it would definitely increase his prestige.
"I want to join the group that Horikita Manabu is in!"
The bald man called out his choice, but as he read out the name, Miyabi Nagumo, who was standing opposite him, immediately showed a look of anticipation. Horikita Manabu, on the other hand, calmly pushed up his glasses and slowly spoke.
"I'm sorry, Katsuragi, I can't agree to let you join my group."
"..."
Ultimately, a mutually agreeable choice must be reached. Horikita Manabu's blatant refusal immediately caused Katsuragi Kohei's expression to change slightly, and even all the first-year students were startled.
"So, it really is about making choices based on the information you have?"
Please choose again.
Horikita Manabu did not answer his question, but instead urged him to make a new selection.
"... good."
After being so clearly rejected, Katsuragi Kohei forcibly suppressed his emotions and quickly made a new choice: another group led by Class 3-B. The other party quickly agreed.
"Now it's Classmate Hashiba's turn."
The bald man seemed to have thought of something and beckoned for Hashiba Hikaru to make a choice. As the second person, he still attracted a lot of attention.
"I see."
Horikita Manabu, who had anticipated Hashiba Hikaru's reaction, remained calm. He took a step forward and pointed directly at the former Student Council President wearing glasses.
"I'll choose the group that Horikita-senpai is in."
"Okay, then let's form a large group together."
"Good."
The two exchanged words very concisely. Basically, as soon as Hashiba Hikaru finished speaking, Horikita Manabu immediately agreed, without even giving him time to think, which was completely different from Katsuragi Kohei's situation just now.
Miyabi Nagumo, who was standing next to him, naturally knew what had happened, but he did not show any signs of losing his composure. Instead, he continued to calmly observe his juniors.
Upon seeing this pairing, the first-year students speculated whether it was something they had planned beforehand. It was quite normal for Hashiba Hikaru, as the Student Council Vice President, to know Horikita Manabu.
"Then, let's choose to continue."
The first-year members then continued to select their third-year seniors. After that, the second round came to the Second Year groups, and this time, Katsuragi Kohei was once again the first to join.
The boy smiled as he looked at the bald man, who seemed to be making eye contact with Miyabi Nagumo.
These two had worked together before, Hashiba Hikaru thought they should team up. Miyabi Nagumo's previous "goodwill" towards him was just to annoy him; there was absolutely no way he would agree to let her join his group.
"I choose Nagumo- senpai's group."
"Welcome, Katsuragi! Let's work hard together!"
As expected, Katsuragi Kohei's group and Miyabi Nagumo's group successfully formed a team. When it was Hashiba Hikaru's turn, he chose Kiriyama Ikuto's group, as the boy's current important assistant in the Student Council, and Ikuha's abilities were not weak.
It took another ten minutes or so for the six large groups, composed of all the boys from the three grades, to finally be formed.
Hashiba Hikaru's group included her classmates, as well as people from Horikita Manabu's and Kiriyama's classes, totaling forty-five people. These were the team members she would be meeting frequently in the future.
"Now that everyone has made their selections, let's call it a day. You're all free to do as you please this afternoon, but you must be back before dinner."
The older male teacher announced the end of the group assignments, and the students immediately scattered.
Hashiba Hikaru declined the offer to explore the environment with Kanzaki Ryuji, and instead headed into the depths of the mountains alone.
He was going to keep his first appointment.
The two Old School Building are nestled in the mountains, which is not quite suitable for students who grew up in the city. However, after mastering [Wilderness Survival (Master)], Hashiba Hikaru feels as free as if she is back home when she enters the dense forest.
Once he was away from the crowd, he immediately sped up and arrived at his destination in less than three minutes.
A lone figure with black hair stood Kinoshita not far away; it was Horikita Suzune.
She was the first person Hashiba Hikaru had arranged to meet in her time management routine. The other person was wearing sportswear and standing under a tree. Her beautiful face showed some nervousness, but her eyes revealed obvious anticipation.
"Horikita."
Hashiba Hikaru leaned closer, her tone very gentle.
"You've come."
Upon hearing the familiar voice, a very subtle smile unconsciously appeared on the girl's lips.
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Chapter 481 Horikita Suzune likes the feeling of dependence.
In the quiet forest, Hashiba Hikaru gazed silently at the black-haired girl standing before her. A faint smile graced the girl's face, making her already beautiful appearance even more captivating.
"What do you want to say to me, Horikita?"
The boy's tone was gentle. Since becoming friends with Horikita Suzune, she had indeed changed a lot, and it would have been impossible for her to take the initiative to invite him to meet before.
"It's about this exam. I have some questions I'd like to discuss with Classmate Hashiba."
The grouping of the first-year girls also went through some twists and turns. Although it was eventually completed smoothly, Horikita Suzune still wanted to have a chat with Hashiba Hikaru.
Besides analyzing the exam content, she secretly wanted to spend more time with the other person; this was a thought deep in her heart.
"I see."
Hashiba Hikaru smiled gently. He glanced at the surrounding woods. Since there were no classes scheduled for today, most students were either resting in the school building or familiarizing themselves with the surroundings. To reduce the risk of a rollover, it was best to keep the conversation discreet.
Let's find a quieter place first.
"Um."
Following behind Hashiba Hikaru, Horikita Suzune watched her agile figure traversing the forest, and involuntarily recalled the time when she Uninhabited Island Exam, when she remembered how Hikari had prepared cold medicine for her—a unique memory.
After walking through the forest for a while, the two finally arrived at a relatively secluded spot. This place had been chosen as an examination location by Tokyo Advanced Nurturing High School, and most of the Matoba had been artificially created to protect the students' safety.
Even though they had walked quite a distance, there were still many signs of human intervention around them. Hashiba Hikaru found a relatively clean patch of grass and sat down first.
"Horikita- kun, you can rest for a while. It should be more comfortable here than standing and chatting."
"Good..."
Horikita Suzune had little objection to Hashiba Hikaru's suggestion. She looked at the boy sitting on the lawn and sat down very close to him.
"Hehe, let's start discussing then. Even without a cell phone, Horikita should have memorized a lot of important rules, right?"
Hashiba Hikaru and Horikita Suzune sat facing each other on the lawn, chatting.
"Yes, I memorized all the rules on the bus, and I also talked a lot with the girls in my class when we were divided into groups."
Because they were both wearing sportswear, Horikita Suzune was very relaxed. She stretched out her slender legs and supported her body with her hands.
"How were your group assignments? Did you encounter any conflicts?"
Because the boys and girls lost contact temporarily after separating, Hashiba Hikaru was very curious about Ichinose.
"The students all remembered the general rules, and when it came to forming groups, everyone preferred to have more students from their own class in their groups, so arguments were inevitable."
Horikita Suzune glanced at the boy's handsome profile, paused, and continued, "In the end, it was Ichinose, Kushida who worked together to integrate everyone's ideas before finalizing the group assignments."