Everyone Takes Action / Confession Beneath the Stars

A six-person group requires four or more girls, but Class A cannot gather four girls with a physical ability rating of B who will not be a burden, because Class A's elite group consists of only three people.

Hashimoto Masayoshi, Katsuragi Kōhei, and Kito Hayato are the three most academically and athletically gifted boys in Class A, besides Aoyama.

Even though their academic and physical abilities were the weakest among the three, they still received a B- rating.

The other two students in the same dropout group as Sakayanagi were also tasked with delivering supplies to the three of them during the exam.

As for the other three-person dropout group, they take the exams normally. They are only allowed to drop to the bottom five on the last day of the exam if they are needed to occupy the bottom five spots, in order to save the students who need saving.

"I suddenly thought of something, senior." After taking a sip of coffee and frowning slightly, Tsubaki Sakurako looked lazily at Aoyama.

Aoyama met Tsubaki Sakurako's gaze. "Tell me about it."

"The second and third grades are both ganging up on their respective grade's Class A, but why are the first-grade Class A and Class B working together like they're in cahoots to deal with us, making us look like we're in the same boat as the Class A?"

You guessed right, they were wearing the same pair of pants.

Knowing that both Amasawa Ichika and Yagami came from the White Room, Aoyama knew for sure that he would answer Tsubaki Sakurako.

As for why they joined forces against Class 1-C, he speculated that it might be related to him, since Class 1-C had cooperated with his Class A during the partner exam.

The second-year students are practically in his hands; it's impossible for Ayanokoji to help him deal with them, given that Amikura, Shiina, and Karuizawa all out of the question.

The only ones who can cheer for Ayanokoji are the first-year students.

Chapter 337 The People on the Move

The next day in the Student Council room, Nanase bowed deeply to Tsubaki Sakurako and apologized, expressing her shame that she had no control over the class's decisions.

"Better to die for my fellow Daoist than for me," was the thought of a student in Class 1-D.

After Hosen announced an alliance with Class A and Class B and obtained a special Trial Card from Class A, most of the students in Class D sided with him.

Being isolated and helpless in Class 1-C, the best option is to become a scapegoat for dropping out of school.

"I'd like to hear your advice, senior."

It was the same private room in the coffee shop as yesterday, but unlike yesterday, this time only Nanase and Aoyama were in the room.

There's a saying, "A cowardly soldier is a cowardly individual, a cowardly general leads to a cowardly army," and vice versa.

"Nanase, your concerns are not unfounded. If Hosen continues to act this way, he will only lead Class D into the abyss."

Feeling like she had suddenly become a caring older sister, Aoyama gave a wry smile and spoke.

Hosen from Class 1-D is just a carbon copy of Ryuen. He will stop at nothing to do anything that benefits him. It's no wonder they're both gang leaders.

If Hosen manages to trick Class 1-C out of their invalid cards and then betrays them, Class 1-C and Class 1-D will be mortal enemies.

For just a Trial Card and a small bonus, Class 1-C and Class 1-D of the first year could become mortal enemies. This was an incredible bargain for Class 1-A and Class B of the first year.

"The solution is simple: Hosen, you can become the class leader after you drop out of school."

Changing someone as determined and arrogant as Hosen is far more difficult than dealing with him dropping out of school; the difference is like night and day.

"How can that be? Hosen is a classmate after all." Nanase immediately objected.

"Then the only solution is to wait for him to either commit a terrible mistake and drop out of school, or suddenly realize his error and change his ways."

Aoyama wasn't surprised by this answer. After all, the reason Ichinose liked to take on Nanase Ichinose junior was because she was somewhat similar to him—both had strong communication skills and a high sense of justice.

The nickname "Nanase" was well-deserved by everyone in the Student Council, because Nanase was indeed righteous to the point of being somewhat naive.

Compared to the quirky and clever Amasawa Ichika and the expressionless Tsubaki Sakurako, Nanase is the only one in the Student Council who looks like a junior, and has a particularly innocent smile.

"There's no such thing as wanting both, and I'm not a wish-granting machine," Aoyama continued.

Not long after the start of the semester, he personally went to Class D's classroom to stop Hosen from taking control of the class through violence, but Nanase still gave in.

Unconditional compromise only led to Hosen taking an even bigger gamble.

"I'm sorry for always troubling you, senpai." Nanase lowered her head slightly, her eyelids drooping, giving off an aura like an abandoned puppy.

If even Aoyama, who could deduce Hosen's secret actions from mere clues, couldn't give her good advice, she really didn't know what to do.

She hoped that her class could stand tall and compete fairly with other classes, instead of resorting to underhanded schemes and tricks under Hosen's leadership.

"Don't worry about it. If a cute junior invites me for coffee, I'll come no matter how many times it happens."

"Since you're unwilling to drop out of Hosen, then you should gather like-minded partners to make Hosen hesitant to act against you."

Standing up, Aoyama placed his hand on Nanase's head and rubbed it.

"Given Nanase's hardworking and earnest personality, she'll definitely gain the support of many of her companions. Besides, Tsubaki Sakurako also told me that she won't hold a grudge against Hosen for his actions."

"What you need to do now is to study hard and prepare for the upcoming Uninhabited Island Exam."

In about ten days, it will be the final exams, and a few days after that, the Uninhabited Island Exam will begin.

"Yes, I will try my best." Nanase replied shyly, not expecting Aoyama to pat her head and comfort her.

In the Student Council, she often saw upperclassmen like Sakayanagi and Shiina getting their heads patted by Aoyama. Now that it was her turn, she finally knew what it felt like to have a boy pat her head.

Honestly, she didn't feel bad.

"Go for it! Looking forward to seeing Nanase's heroic figure on the Uninhabited Island."

After ruffling her soft, light golden hair several more times, Aoyama finally removed his hand.

He was satisfied with the chicken soup and was ready to leave, even though he had just come up with a daring plan, but Nanase definitely wouldn't listen to him.

After all, if that explosive plan succeeds, the consequences will be dire.

Based on speculation about the Uninhabited Island Exam, an exam with the word "survival" in its title must have limited supplies, and purchasing them would require using the points that determine the ranking.

Once a team is formed, it cannot be split up and re-formed. If a traitor appears in the team, then things will get really interesting.

The seven-member group from Class 3 of ABD, who possesses Reinforcement Card, will definitely be accepted if Nanase, who ranks in the top three of her grade in the OAA evaluation, wants to join.

Hosen, who Trial Card in hand, will definitely be in the seven-person group in order to increase the Class Points.

If one million in relief funds is prepared in advance, Nanase can achieve the Hosen of dropping out of school in one go, and cause the loss of several elites from Class A and Class B.

If Amasawa Ichika and Yagami were also in the group of seven, things would get really interesting.

Judo Club Activity Room.

Did I lose again?

Before falling into a coma, a flicker of resentment crossed Albert's mind.

He was completely overwhelmed and toyed with by Ayanokoji Kiyotaka, who defeated him without even being able to hurt him.

"No matter how strong a person is, there are limits."

Without even a bead of sweat on his forehead, Ayanokoji indifferently glanced at Ryuen eyes were now burning with fighting spirit.

"If you want to talk, let me test your strength again." With a forward kick, Ryuen attacked Ayanokoji with all his might, his intent as if he were about to kill.

"All right."

Unlike that time in the dormitory, Ayanokoji did not choose to only defend and not retaliate.

In a few swift movements, his fist stopped at Ryuen's chin.

Faced with Ryuen's unwavering continued counterattack, he showed no mercy this time, slamming Ryuen down next to the unconscious Albert and straddling his waist.

"During the summer vacation Uninhabited Island Exam, someone will leave Aoyama Shiki alone, and there won't be any outsiders to bother you."

"Shiina Hiyori, Amikura Mako, Karuizawa Megumi, as long as Aoyama Shiki is still in school, there's absolutely no chance your class will be promoted."

The fact that all the class leaders except for Class A were women from Aoyama made Ayanokoji feel a little numb.

To play a class-based competition, he first needs to be able to control a class.

"Heh, you want to use me as a pawn again, huh?" Ryuen grimaced as he answered, feeling the pain in his body.

It's obvious that Ayanokoji wants to use him to help him deal with Aoyama, their great enemy.

"But you still followed me to the judo club, which means you haven't fully accepted the current situation, Ryuen."

Looking down indifferently at Ryuen, Ayanokoji spoke without any change in tone.

Chapter 338 Confession Under the Stars

A regular exam, results will be released, and the graduation ceremony will begin tomorrow.

Amidst the students' anxious anticipation, the large-scale survival test on the Uninhabited Island will commence the day after the graduation ceremony.

At dawn, they would be required to assemble on the school playground and head to the dock to board the ship.

"Make time in the evenings."

As soon as the Student Council work was over, Kamuro firmly booked Aoyama's time for tonight.

Aoyama naturally had no objection to this.

As requested by Kamuro, he took a shower after returning to his dormitory and went out wearing a handsome gray-black shirt.

I wonder if Masumi will wear a skirt today? Jeans are nice, but a long skirt looks better.

Thinking that tonight would be a long-awaited date with Kamuro, Aoyama arrived at the agreed meeting place with great anticipation.

After waiting for several minutes, a girl wearing a very light orange long dress appeared in front of him, looking somewhat shy.

The sunflower-shaped hair clip she usually wears has been replaced with a white peony one today. A few strands of Asahina's bright orange hair fall quietly onto her fair skin, which is exposed by the sheer shoulders of her dress.

"Could it be that the person who asked me out today was the cute and charming Nazuna-senpai?" Aoyama gazed at Asahina's adorable face with a faint smile.

Although he was puzzled about what Kamuro to, he wasn't a completely clueless guy, so naturally he wouldn't say something hurtful like, "How could you be like this?"

Seeing Asahina, dressed in her finest attire and with a rosy blush on Asahina cheeks, walking straight toward him, he realized that Asahina's appearance was no coincidence.

"Well, as a reward for getting good grades on the final exams, Masumi lent me you, junior."

With a slightly evasive gaze, Asahina usual cheerful and lively self, shyly walked past Aoyama and headed straight for the sea.

"She has improved a lot. If she works harder, she might be able to get an A- next semester." While pondering Asahina's purpose, Aoyama followed her at a leisurely pace.

As soon as the final exam results were released, he habitually wrote down the scores of all the students in the Student Council.

Asahina, who had been tutored by him several times, did indeed make significant progress in her grades.

"So, what kind of reward does Junior Shiki plan to give me then?"

Asahina's cheerful voice came from the front.

"Why are you talking like I'm some senior?" Aoyama chuckled teasingly.

"I wonder which lively and cute senior, wearing a sunflower hair clip, boasted to the freshmen that it was only natural for seniors to help juniors."

The helpful and cheerful Asahina said many things like that to him when they were in first grade.

Recalling the past, Asahina smiled happily, "Who knew you, Shiki- senpai, would be so amazing?"

"When we first met, my junior was sweating profusely after just a short workout; he wasn't nearly as good as he is now."

"But--"

Drawing out her words, Asahina turned back with a smile and reached out her hand, "Your smile is still as confident as ever, so irresistible."

"Then, senior, you've got what you wanted!"

Aoyama pressed his cheek, which had been pinched by Asahina's high-legged stance, Aoyama inhaled the faint fragrance lingering in the air.

Hmm... I feel like just one pinch isn't enough.

"Don't think you can do whatever you want just because you got a good grade once. You can have your way if you do well on the next test."

"Hey, are you going to use this as a reward for next time?"

"What do you think, Senior Qi? You're really pushing your luck."

"I don't want that kind of thing."

Amidst the casual conversation that occasionally broke into laughter, Asahina led Aoyama to a spacious meadow by the sea.

In the pitch-black darkness beyond the streetlights, where only moonlight shone, she plopped down on the grass and then lay down on it.

Then, she raised her left hand and patted the grass beside her, as if to suggest that Aoyama lie down as well.

"It's still a long way from the Tsukimi Festival, Senior Nazuna."

Taking in the lovely figure of the girl under the moonlight, Aoyama slowly lay down on the grass next to Asahina.