Ayanokouji's Cunning Scheme

Sitting in her seat, Sakayanagi shook her head with some regret. "I originally wanted to give Shiki a surprise, but I didn't expect Morishita- kun to be so mischievous."

You secretly attributed your zero score to being naughty, Hakizaka?

Despite inwardly criticizing them, Aoyama made no comment on their actions, simply waiting calmly for Mashima to finish class and then immediately following him back to the teachers' office.

After the quiz, the class to be targeted should have been decided, but Mashima did not inform them of this.

In other words, Class D, which he specifically named, was also specifically named by another class.

"Both Class A and Class B, like you, specifically requested Class D on the day the quiz ended," Mashima replied seriously to Aoyama, who had raised the question.

"Are there any classes that have been successfully assigned?"

Realizing that someone had interfered and disrupted his plans, Aoyama pressed for an answer.

Originally, Amikura had agreed to name Class B for him, but Ryuen was playing dead and hadn't replied. However, without some external influence, they would definitely not ignore his threat of the hellish exam.

Someone has relieved Ryuen of its worries.

"Class D has been successfully assigned to Class A; this is settled."

Since there were no confidentiality requirements, Mashima answered Aoyama's question directly and told him to go to the teachers' office after school in the afternoon, where all three classes would draw lots to decide which class would attack Class D.

Class D specifically targets Class A; isn't that just giving them a free kill?

It seems the problem lies with Class D, and it's very likely Ayanokoji's doing.

After indicating that he knew, Aoyama stood still and deduced Ayanokoji's purpose.

The designated representative for Class D is Ayanokoji, who, with Hirata's help, formed the largest study group in Class D, tutoring nearly ten students all by himself.

One hundred Class Points will be deducted for dropping Yamauchi.

The Sports Festival was a complete defeat, resulting in a deduction of 200 Class Points.

Since the start of the school year in September, not only has Class D's Class Points not increased, but 300 have also been deducted. On November 1st, a few days later, it will show that the Class Points are less than 100.

Is it okay if we don't care about winning and the Class Points reaches zero?

Not good!

Realizing that Class D was planning to self-destruct, sacrificing their own interests to facilitate cooperation among the three classes, and that the blame was being placed on Class C, Aoyama immediately called Karuizawa to the teachers' office.

There are some things Mashima will tell you if there's no obligation to keep them secret, but Chabashira definitely won't.

"Ask Chabashira-sensei if he has received the exam papers from the students in Class D yet, and also tell him that he wants the truth."

When Karuizawa arrived, Aoyama immediately instructed her to inquire with Chabashira to confirm whether Class D had received the exam paper.

Perhaps the school tacitly accepts that if a class has a traitor, the student has to bear the consequences. Many Special Exam rules do not restrict the influence of traitors at all.

Just like this Paper Shuffle Special Exam.

Every student in the class has the ability to create exam papers. The teacher must accept the fastest paper submitted by any student, and any changes must be made with the student's consent.

Even if the other thirty-odd students in the class object, the decision cannot be changed even if I disagree.

"Received it, it's from Horikita Suzune." Chabashira's expression was extremely grim as he glared at Aoyama through gritted teeth.

She has an obligation to answer questions from her students, and while she can give evasive answers, she cannot intentionally lie to them.

"Thank you for your help, everything is alright for now."

Seeing Karuizawa expression, Aoyama gently patted her head and told her to leave first.

Some students in Class D have already handed in their papers early, which is a bad result, but if Horikita Suzune is the first to hand in hers, the result won't be so bad.

Given Horikita Suzune's competitive nature, she would never agree to let Class D's Class Points be reset to zero and forcing them to give up.

Whether or not Ayanokoji intended to sell his own exam papers to his rivals in Class C, he can't carry out that plan now.

Now we can only wait and see the lottery results.

Realizing there was nothing he could do for the time being, Aoyama left the teachers' office.

Class D must have reached some kind of agreement with Class A and Class B, but the prerequisite for the execution of this agreement is that either Class A or Class B is drawn as the Class D class.

If Class C gets the first choice in the lottery, those in Class D who should drop out should still drop out.

Completely abandoning victory for a two-thirds chance— Ayanokoji's plan was indeed beyond his expectations.

But what will Ayanokoji?

Back in the classroom, Aoyama was still thinking about this question.

A one-third chance isn't small. If the gamble fails and several students in Class D drop out, they'll end up in the same situation as Second-Year Class B.

I'm just grateful if I don't end up in last place in any Special Exam.

Each time a student falls to the bottom of the class, there is a significant risk of being expelled, especially with the more rigorous Special Exam in the second year.

That Ayanokoji, is he planning to run away?

In a flash of inspiration, Aoyama suddenly realized what Ayanokoji plan was. If Class D couldn't protect him now that the ship had sunk, he could still jump ship.

He ranked in the top three in the entire grade at the Sports Festival, demonstrated perfect academic performance in the Midterm Exam, and his recent strategic alliances show that he's also quite intelligent. Ayanokoji Kiyotaka is practically wearing the words "treasure-like talent" on his face.

Putting aside personal grudges and thinking purely from the perspective of a class leader, Aoyama realized that if it were him, he wouldn't be stingy with a mere Twenty Million Personal Points.

A thousand soldiers are easy to find, but a good general is hard to come by.

Even if it's just a temporary loan, he'll still buy Ayanokoji to use as his right-hand man.

Thinking of changing jobs? Have you asked my wife, Suzune?

Having guessed Ayanokoji's plan, Aoyama decided that no matter what the draw results were, he would have a serious talk with Horikita Suzune.

Since it was business, Horikita Suzune wouldn't turn him away.

After school in the afternoon, Aoyama ran into Amikura, the Class A had also gone to draw lots with him, in the corridor.

The moment their eyes met, Amikura's expression turned guilty. Her small mouth opened slightly and then closed again, without greeting him as usual.

"Oh, isn't this President Aoyama? What a coincidence!"

At this moment, Ryuen, who was the representative of Class C in the lottery, also walked out of the back door of the classroom into the corridor, his expression unmistakably sarcastic.

It's clear that Aoyama fell for their trap this time, which is truly gratifying.

"It's quite a coincidence, but it's not certain who will have the last laugh." With a calm smile, Aoyama continued on his way.

This Special Exam has finally become interesting.

Chapter 261 Ayanokoji's Poisonous Scheme

"Rock, Paper, Scissors".

"Rock, Paper, Scissors".

"Rock, Paper, Scissors"

Amidst the vibrant sounds of the Amikura, the order of the draw was determined, with Ryuen placed last and Aoyama deliberately placed second.

His superhuman dynamic vision allows him to decide the outcome of rock-paper-scissors.

Regardless of the order of the draw, the probability of all three drawing lots is equal. However, if Amikura draws first, it will be a good result for Class C, whether he draws or not.

Since Class D has successfully nominated Class A, if Amikura gets the first priority selection right, then this Special Exam will become a one-on-one battle between classes.

If Class C were to fight Class B in a one-on-one battle, Class C would undoubtedly win decisively.

"Didn't win."

After pulling out the note from the box in front of Mashima and opening it, Amikura showed an expression that was both disappointed and relieved.

She didn't want to break her promise to Aoyama, but at that moment she couldn't refuse, nor could she tell her companions that she and Aoyama had made this promise.

"Then it's my turn." Aoyama stepped forward and drew a lot without the slightest hesitation.

It's a one-in-half chance; if it works, it works; if it doesn't, it doesn't. There's nothing to hesitate about; it's not like I can't afford to lose.

Open the paper with a calm mind, and a Chinese character will appear from the center of the paper.

"Looks like I'm a bit luckier."

With a gentle smile, Aoyama looked into the beautiful purple eyes of the Amikura.

After it was determined that Class C would set the exam questions for Class D, and since Class D had already successfully nominated Class A's only remaining target was Class B, resulting in a situation where all four classes took turns setting the exam questions.

"No, it's more accurate to say that Class B was just luckier."

Suddenly interrupting, Ryuen revealed a meaningful smile.

Let's go back a few days.

While Ryuen was still troubled by Aoyama's actions, an uninvited guest visited his room.

Ayanokoji Kiyotaka, a student with terrifying strength, was cultivated through the Artificial Genius Project in Aoyama- guchi and is now gradually becoming more active in the class.

Following the Sports Festival, their unparalleled academic abilities were also demonstrated in the Midterm Exam.

"You're worried about the Paper Shuffle exam, aren't you, Ryuen?" Ayanokoji sat down in the chair in front of the desk without a word.

"Yes, I'm troubled by it."

Approaching casually, Ryuen stepped forward and delivered a side kick as soon as Ayanokoji entered attack range, aiming a powerful blow at Ayanokoji's chest.

He knew Ibuki's strength; even without the physical limitations imposed by the trapped girl, he couldn't completely suppress her.

He had seen the video of Ayanokoji playing with him like a toy, but he still wanted to experience it for himself and assess just how strong Ayanokoji was.

"That's a really unexpected way to greet someone."

With his forearm deflecting Ryuen's kick, Ayanokoji remained completely unfazed. He sprang up from the sliding chair and easily blocked all of Ryuen's subsequent attacks.

Just like how he toyed with Ibuki on the cruise ship, he effortlessly made Ryuen understand the difference in their strength.

"We can talk now."

Breathing softly, Ryuen sat down on the edge of the bed, staring directly at Ayanokoji, whose expression remained unchanged throughout.

He felt that even if Albert came, he wouldn't be able to subdue this expressionless man.

"I'm the designated representative for Class D, and I plan to transfer to another class before the final exams begin." Ayanokoji sat down again. "My first choice is to transfer to your Class B, and my second choice is Class A."

He had no intention of staying in Class D, this leaky, dilapidated ship, any longer.

It's for no other reason than it's too dangerous.

This Special Exam poses a huge risk of expulsion for him. He must quit before the final exam, otherwise he may be expelled. Even if Aoyama offers Twenty Million Personal Points, he might still be expelled.

He can get full marks in all subjects, and he can even carry his partner to victory when they get zero. However, in this Special Exam, if his partner cheats, he will also be punished with expulsion.

It's better to be safe than sorry.

"Hehehe, this is interesting." After a moment of surprise, Ryuen began to calculate how to maximize his profits.

We definitely have to buy them. They're top-notch talents in every aspect; Class B desperately needs them.

In Class B now, those who are good at academics are not physically capable, and those who are physically capable are not good at academics. None of them can shoulder the responsibility on their own.

"Even by December, Class B won't have enough personal points for me to transfer to another class, so I plan to give this Special Exam a discount to Class A."

While Ryuen was pondering, as if he was certain that Ryuen would buy him, Ayanokoji spoke again and revealed his entire plan.

In this Special Exam, Class D and Class B must cooperate to help Class A win, but Class A must borrow 10 million personal points interest-free so that Class B can gather Twenty Million Personal Points by December.

According to his prediction, Aoyama was either targeting Class D or Class B, so Class D could easily target Class A.

If a simple test paper with answers is provided, then Class A is guaranteed to win this Special Exam.

As for the class that Class A and Class B are specifically targeting, it's naturally Class D. If Class C successfully targets Class D and they create a high-difficulty exam, then there's a very high chance that some students in Class D will drop out.

Only after persuading Class A and Class B to specifically target Class D, and by providing partial answers to the exam, could Ayanokoji convince Hirata to specifically target Class A and send them to their deaths.

"If Class A successfully nominates Class D, then Class B will be in big trouble." Ryuen wouldn't forget that, like Class D, their class had quite a few underachieving students at risk of dropping out.

If you take the hellishly difficult exam set by Class C Aoyama School, one or two groups of students will have to drop out.

Ayanokoji was prepared for Ryuen's suspicions. "I'm asking you, Ryuen, how did your class get through the Midterm Exam last semester?"

"What method? Just a simple way to lower the average score."

The cutoff score for dropping out was below the class average. Under Ryuen's orders, the academically gifted students in Class B all saw their scores plummet in the midterm and final exams.