Horikita Suzune Never Asks Too Many Questions / Kamuro Masumi: What a Pair of Scumbags

"What you say makes a lot of sense. We can't possibly control everyone's thoughts, but do you really have enough time left?"

Horikita Suzune's lips curled into a mocking smile. "And after you buy the Praise Vote, you have to emphasize to those people that they should give you that extra Praise Vote every time they vote, since no one can guarantee that the exam will end with just one vote."

"This..."

"Like you said, nobody dislikes Private Points. What if these people plan to raise the price later? Instead of contacting those risky individuals, let's sign a contract now and solve the problem once and for all."

"What exactly is your bottom line?"

Ryuen Kakeru suppressed the surging anger in his heart. In fact, he had considered all these issues, but in negotiations, one should naturally save one's trump cards for last.

"One price, four million Private Points, and we can guarantee you won't be expelled this time."

Horikita Suzune pointed to Hashiba Hikaru next to her, her meaning clear. "Even if something unexpected happens, every single Praise Vote will be cast for you."

"Three million at most, that's my bottom line!"

After the rules for this Additional Exam were announced, Ryuen Kakeru quickly realized the danger involved.

Because he only won the class representative position by defeating Ibuki Mio in a later competition, he had not yet fully grasped the students of Class C. He was still lacking in experience in using violence or increasing his influence by leading everyone to victory.

This Additional Exam was clearly an unexpected event.

In this situation, the students of Class C, who were not fully subservient to Ryuen, were unlikely to actually follow his orders. Instead, Ibuki Mio and Shiina Hiyori, who had served as class representatives since the beginning of the school year, had a greater influence.

The reason is simple: this failure has drastically different consequences than the previous failures in the Special Exam.

In previous Special Exam, failing would at most result in a deduction of Class Evaluation Points, but this time there is no room for maneuver; a student must be expelled, which seriously affects everyone's judgment.

No one wants to drop out of school; this is a consensus among all students.

Those who know about Ryuen Kakeru's reputation understand. Since someone has to be expelled anyway, why not expel someone that no one likes?

"Three million isn't enough, Ryuen. I think I've made myself clear enough. Four million, not a penny less. I advise you to stop having any illusions."

Horikita Suzune had a cold and hard aura, showing that she would never back down.

Hashiba Hikaru, standing to the side, remained silent, listening attentively to the black-haired girl's words, feeling quite satisfied.

It has to be said that her aloof personality is really well-suited for this kind of work. If she becomes the head of a new department in the Student Council in the future, she can be entrusted with tasks that show no mercy.

By the way, what would be a good name for the new department?

Disciplinary Committee?

Hashiba Hikaru's thoughts drifted away. He saw Ryuen Kakeru clench his fists, not because he was about to make a move, but because he had run out of ideas.

"Then let's make it three and a half million. If you can accept this price, we can sign the contract immediately!"

Ryuen Kakeru continued to struggle.

"Impossible."

Horikita Suzune shook her head. Since she intended to handle this matter well, she would not accept such a concession at this time.

"Our demand is four million. As long as you provide Private Points, we can guarantee you will absolutely not drop out of school."

The black-haired girl glanced at the two followers behind Ryuen Kakeru. "Aren't you going to try to persuade him? If he doesn't accept the conditions, he really might be expelled. Is that the outcome you want?"

"This..."

"Ryuen ..."

Ishizaki Daichi's expression was grim. He knew that he was in a position of needing their help. If he refused the four million yen offer, and Ryuen Kakeru really did drop out of school, then their future would be truly hopeless.

"Is there really no room for negotiation?"

After a while, Ryuen Kakeru's expression suddenly calmed down. He glanced at Hashiba Hikaru Horikita Suzune and knew very well that the one who could really make the decision was the one who was leisurely watching the show. Horikita Suzune was just an agent.

"More or less."

Hashiba Hikaru finally spoke, knowing that the outcome was already decided.

"Don't waste any more time. You have no choice this time. Just hand over your points to me."

"..."

Chapter 609 Horikita Suzune never asked many questions.

"Drop!"

Holding his phone, Hashiba Hikaru received another transfer from Ryuen Kakeru, who transferred four million Private Points into the boy's account. Although his face was grim, the boy had no other choice but to obey.

"This is our contract. I've already signed it, so please rest assured, it's absolutely honest and trustworthy."

Hashiba Hikaru put her phone in her pocket and smiled as she pulled out a Contract and handed it over. After all, she had taken his Private Points, and the other party wouldn't agree to it with just a verbal agreement.

"Hmph, I'll find a way to completely take control of Class C, and I'll never give you another chance like this."

Ryuen Kakeru held the contract in his hand, a suppressed anger on his face.

"I'm really looking forward to seeing Ryuen's wrist. He'll be entering Second Year soon, so feel free to challenge him again."

Hashiba Hikaru spoke in a very relaxed tone, saying that after the people sent by the [White Room] take over the school, Miyabi Nagumo's reform plan should begin to be implemented after she enters her Second Year.

In contrast, the teenagers will complete two plans for the Student Council during the winter break: a renovation plan for the Student Council offices and the establishment of new departments.

Once she had consolidated her power and control over the entire school, Hashiba Hikaru wasn't worried at all about what trouble Ryuen Kakeru could cause; he just needed to be a compliant pawn.

"Snort."

After paying the money, Ryuen Kakeru left decisively with his two henchmen. Once they were out of sight, Hashiba Hikaru took out her phone and sent a message to Ibuki Mio, transferring two million Private Points to her as well, something that had been promised from the beginning.

"Now that this matter is finished, are there any further plans?"

Looking at the boy's face, Horikita Suzune knew that there must be a lot going on today, and the point collection for Class C was only one part of it.

"Hmm... In order to improve efficiency, I have a good idea."

Hashiba Hikaru pondered for a moment. Tomorrow was the voting day, and in order to resolve this mess as quickly as possible, he planned to call several people together at once to better achieve his goal.

"Let's invite everyone over for dinner later, so we can solve everything at once."

"OK."

"Okay, let's go reserve a table at the restaurant first."

Hashiba Hikaru sent text messages to several people. For this Voting Exam, he did not prioritize the income from his Private Points. In order to increase his influence, there were many things that needed to be done.

Let's go.

The black-haired girl nodded obediently.

One good thing about Horikita Suzune's personality is that after doing something for Hashiba Hikaru, she never asks any questions unless the boy brings it up himself; otherwise, the girl won't feel conflicted.

This pleased him greatly.

At 5:30 p. m., in an elegant restaurant, Hashiba Hikaru and Horikita Suzune pulled out chairs and sat on the same side, while four students from different classes sat opposite them.

According to their seating arrangement, from left to right, they are Sakayanagi Arisu, Kamuro Masumi, Hirata Yosuke, and Ayanokoji Kiyotaka.

"Alright, everyone's here, let's order."

Hashiba Hikaru clapped her hands, a satisfied smile spreading across her face.

"Wait... Classmate Hashiba, what exactly are you planning to do?"

Kamuro Masumi was the first to speak. She thought that Sakayanagi Arisu had only arranged to meet with Hashiba Hikaru, so she took the initiative to send Sakayanagi over. But she didn't expect that this guy would actually meet with several people at the same time.

Moreover, the delicate-looking black-haired girl was sitting next to Hashiba Hikaru. She was quiet, but her presence was always very strong.

"Don't be so nervous. I asked to meet with you because of tomorrow's Voting Exam. The candidates for dropping out of Class B and Class D haven't been decided yet, so I'm here to offer you some advice."

Hashiba Hikaru smiled slightly. Actually, the people in Class C hadn't decided yet, but after taking away Ryuen Kakeru's Private Points, he had already sent a text message to Ibuki Mio, telling them to choose whatever they wanted, whether by voting or drawing lots.

"Classmate Hashiba, are you planning to have us discuss how to select the student to drop out?"

Hirata Yosuke glanced at Ayanokoji Kiyotaka sitting next to him and Horikita Suzune sitting opposite him. Although everyone was there, he still felt something was off.

Since it was supposed to be a major class event, the presence of student representatives from other classes made this gentle and handsome boy quite uncomfortable.

"That's right, I think everyone can relax a bit, because this Additional Exam is an internal matter for each class. Even if the information is leaked, it doesn't matter. After all, once the candidates for withdrawal are decided, it won't affect the other classes."

Skewer.

Hashiba Hikaru shrugged, her tone casual, "What do you guys think?"

"Classmate Hashiba is indeed Unconstrained by Convention; I think your idea is excellent."

Watching the boy talk so confidently, Sakayanagi Arisu's lips curled up slightly, as if she completely agreed with his idea.

"If that's the case, I have no objection, since Ayanokoji and Horikita- san are both here anyway,"

Hirata Yosuke thought for a moment, then couldn't help but say, "Actually, there's another person in our class who also has a lot to say, and that's Kushida."

"If all three of them speak out together, I think they can be more convincing to everyone."

"You don't need to worry about Kushida's matter. Once you've made up your minds, I'll just convey the message to her, and she'll agree."

Hashiba Hikaru waved her hand, giving him a self-satisfied look.

"... Uh, okay."

Hirata Yosuke actually knew that the short-haired girl who was very popular in the class had a close relationship with Hashiba Hikaru, because he had once seen Kushida Kikyo come out of her room when he passed by the floor where the boy's room was located.

It was eight o'clock on a weekend morning when a girl actually came out of the boy's room. This was a very strange thing.

However, Hirata Yosuke wouldn't gossip about such things, and after hearing Hashiba Hikaru's statement, he didn't say anything more.

And you?

Hashiba Hikaru looked at Horikita Suzune next to her and Ayanokoji Kiyotaka sitting opposite her, "Classmate Sakayanagi Hirata both agreed, do you agree to discuss this together?"

"I'm fine with anything."

Ayanokoji Kiyotaka's tone was very calm.

I agree.

Horikita Suzune wouldn't have any objections at all. Although she was a student in Class D, she didn't know her classmates very well, not even as much as Ayanokoji Kiyotaka.

"Alright, now that we've reached a consensus, today's gathering has its purpose."

Hashiba Hikaru clapped his hands and smiled.

"But let's order some food first. We can discuss serious matters when we're full."

The young man spread the menu out on the long table, his tone incredibly generous, "As the one who started this day, it's only natural that I'm treating. Everyone can order whatever they like, don't be shy!"

Chapter 610 Kamuro Masumi: A pair of adulterers.

Ordering food can be quite troublesome in a large Matoba, but today, apart from Sakayanagi Arisu, the other three of the four students sitting opposite me were preoccupied with their own thoughts and not paying attention to the menu, which made the ordering process very quick.

After Hashiba Hikaru and Horikita Suzune checked the boxes on the menu, the boy handed the menu to the waiter next to him.

Once the atmosphere quieted down, the boy, as the one in charge, took the initiative to act as a host.

"Let's start with Class B then."

Hashiba Hikaru's gaze shifted to Sakayanagi Arisu and Kamuro Masumi beside him. The boy was deliberately not calling Katsuragi Kohei over, in order to help him become a better pawn.

After all, in this situation, if Katsuragi Kohei were to appear, even a fool like Ryuen Kakeru would realize that the other party might have reached some kind of private cooperation with them, which would make surveillance very troublesome.

"Classmate Sakayanagi, how do you plan to select dropouts?"

Hashiba Hikaru chose to ask a question she already knew the answer to. Although she had decided to drop out of school, Hashimoto Masayoshi, today's gathering was to convey a very important message—the method of choosing who to drop out was fair.

When the results are announced, it will be crucial to explain to Hashimoto Masayoshi that this was not done through dictatorial designation, as he is in contact with Ryuen Kakeru.

"Our class has decided to use the simplest method of random selection, which can be done using playing cards."

Sakayanagi Arisu smiled slightly and took out a deck of cards from her pocket. The boy immediately recognized them as the same cards she had used when they played Truth or Dare.

"Here are forty playing cards, numbered 1 to 10 from four different suits."

"We'll have each student in the class draw a card, and then use a random program to select a suit and a number for each card. The result will be the card that the student who is expelled will receive. This is fairer, and no one will complain."

After this plan was proposed, the three students from Class D next to him thought it was good, because the drawing of cards was random, and the final selection of the number was also random. The two factors of suit and number increased the uncertainty. If you could still draw the correct number in the end, it could only mean that it was a matter of luck.