Emotion Shop

On the observation deck before dawn, Tang Yu stared at the newly appeared content on the system interface, his heart racing.

[Emotion Shop Unlocked]

[Current Emotion Points: 20350]

This function was even more powerful than he had imagined. Tang Yu tried selecting "High-end Laptop" in his mind, and the system immediately popped up a confirmation interface:

[Redeem "Alienware x15 R2" laptop, consume 1000 Emotion Points]

[Confirm/Cancel]

Tang Yu chose confirm, and a blue light visible only to him flashed before his eyes. The next second, a brand-new laptop bag appeared at his feet, its weight and texture feeling incredibly real.

"This..." Tang Yu suppressed the urge to cry out in surprise and quickly checked inside the bag—a top-tier gaming laptop, perfectly packaged, even including a formal purchase receipt. The system didn't just create items; it perfected every detail.

"What are you looking at?" Ayanokoji's voice suddenly came from behind him.

Tang Yu calmly placed the laptop bag in the corner: "Nothing, just organizing my gear."

Ayanokoji's gaze lingered on the laptop bag for a second, but he didn't ask further. However, Tang Yu's Emotion Perception clearly captured the suspicion rising in his heart—the presence of this seemingly ordinary laptop bag in a Deserted Island environment was indeed jarring.

"Sunrise is coming soon." Ayanokoji changed the subject, "Ryuen might make a move when the test restarts."

Tang Yu nodded while checking the system:

[Emotion Points: 19350/30000]

[Ayanokoji Kiyotaka Attention: 85%]

Redeeming the laptop cost 1000 points, but Ayanokoji's suspicion had replenished 50 points. It was a worthwhile trade, and Tang Yu decided to test the shop's functions further.

He tried selecting the "Cash" option and redeemed 100,000 Sakura Coin (consuming 1000 points). Just like before, a stack of brand-new ten-thousand-yen bills appeared in his pocket, with serial numbers that were even verifiable.

"System, what is the source of these items?" Tang Yu asked in his mind.

[All redeemed items have a legal record of origin and will not arouse suspicion]

[Note: Electronic products come pre-installed with necessary software, and cash is valid for circulation]

This explanation made Tang Yu breathe a sigh of relief. His biggest worry was that the redeemed items would be traced back to an abnormal source; it seemed the system had considered everything.

At sunrise, the Class D camp became busy. Today was the final day of the special test, and each class would compete for the remaining mission points and resources.

"Everyone!" Hirata Yosuke gathered them for a meeting, "According to the information obtained yesterday, the Southeast Warehouse is the key target. Tang Yu has the key, so we need to formulate a plan to seize it."

Just as the meeting began, Tang Yu suddenly took out the brand-new Alienware laptop: "I brought equipment; I can analyze the map."

The room went silent instantly, everyone staring dumbfounded at this high-end computer that had no business being on a deserted island.

"This... where did this come from?" Sudo Ken widened his eyes.

"Prepared in advance." Tang Yu kept a straight face, "I foresaw that I might need electronic equipment, so I hid it in my luggage and brought it along."

The explanation was barely plausible, but Tang Yu noticed Ayanokoji's gaze becoming sharp—he clearly didn't believe this excuse.

[Shock from the whole class +500]

[Suspicion from Ayanokoji Kiyotaka +200]

Emotion Points quickly climbed back to 19850. Tang Yu was secretly satisfied and opened the computer to pull up the map: "The warehouse is located here, surrounded by mountains on three sides, with only one small path for approach."

The meeting quickly formulated a plan: Tang Yu, Sudo, and three other students would form a strike team to head to the warehouse for supplies; Ayanokoji, Hirata, and the others would stay behind to guard the camp against sneak attacks; although Horikita Suzune was still in the infirmary, she provided strategic advice via video link.

"The strike team needs more manpower." Horikita's voice came through the tablet, "Ryuen will definitely prioritize defending the warehouse."

"I agree." Tang Yu nodded, "But I'm worried this is a diversion. Ryuen might attack the camp while our main force is away."

"Splitting forces is a risk." Ayanokoji said calmly, "But sometimes, risks are necessary."

The statement sounded like support, but Tang Yu's Emotion Perception caught the probing tone in Ayanokoji's words—he wanted to see how Tang Yu would handle the dilemma.

"I have an idea." Tang Yu pulled up the map, "Class B also has a warehouse key. If we coordinate our actions..."

"Cooperate with Class B?" Kushida Kikyo blinked in surprise, "Will they agree?"

"Ichinose will understand the importance of mutual benefit." Tang Yu was confident, "The strike team will be composed of a joint force from Class D and Class B; this ensures a numerical advantage without overly weakening the camp's defense."

This compromise was accepted by the majority. After the meeting, Tang Yu immediately contacted Honami Ichinose. As expected, the Class B leader readily agreed to the cooperation proposal.

"We'll meet at the creek in an hour." Ichinose said over the phone, "I've already selected my team."

As he prepared to leave, Tang Yu was stopped by Ayanokoji: "Your computer... is very unique."

The two stood in a secluded corner, Ayanokoji's gaze fixed on Tang Yu, his grey eyes bottomless: "There are no charging facilities on this island, yet it has a full battery."

Tang Yu's heart raced slightly, but he remained calm on the surface: "Solar charging. Latest technology."

"Is that so?" Ayanokoji asked softly, "Just like your 'Perfect Score in All Subjects' and 'Perception Ability', are they all 'latest technology'?"

This was the first time Ayanokoji Kiyotaka had so directly questioned the uniqueness of Tang Yu. The air between the two seemed to solidify, and Tang Yu could feel a thin layer of cold sweat seeping from his back.

"Everyone has their own secrets," Tang Yu finally responded, "such as your 'ordinary high school student' disguise."

Ayanokoji's lips curled slightly. He turned to leave, then paused for a moment: "Watch out for Ryuen. His state today... is abnormal."

[Deep suspicion from Ayanokoji Kiyotaka +300]

[Emotion Points exceeded 20,000, current: 20,150/30,000]

Tang Yu let out a long breath. Although the confrontation with Ayanokoji was dangerous, the gain in Emotion Points was quite substantial. More importantly, this conversation confirmed one thing—Ayanokoji had already confirmed that he possessed "special abilities," but he did not seem to intend to expose them, at least for now.

The assault team met up with the Class B squad by the creek. Ichinose brought along students from her class, including the sturdy Shibata So.

"What is the plan?" Ichinose asked, getting straight to the point.

Tang Yu unfolded the map: "The Warehouse is in this depression. Ryuen must have set an ambush, so we won't take the main path." He pointed to a steep ridgeline, "We climb down from here and catch him off guard."

"Climbing? That's too dangerous, isn't it?" Shibata frowned.

"That's why we brought professional equipment." Tang Yu took ropes and pitons out of his backpack—these were exchanged using Emotion Points this morning, costing 200 points.

Ichinose inspected the equipment and nodded in agreement: "It's worth a try."

It took the squad nearly two hours to struggle down the rock face. When the Warehouse finally appeared in their field of vision, Tang Yu's Emotion Perception immediately captured the presence of the ambushers—five people, hidden in the bushes around the Warehouse, their emotional fluctuations filled with aggression.

"Ryuen is leading the team himself," Tang Yu whispered, "He is behind the third tree to the left of the Warehouse's main entrance."

"How do you know..." Ichinose asked in surprise.

"The angle of the sunlight; the shadow there is unnatural." Tang Yu casually made up a reason, "Sudo, take two people and circle to the right to create a commotion. Once their attention is drawn, Ichinose and I will rush into the Warehouse."

Sudo took the order and left. A few minutes later, a huge noise and shouting suddenly erupted from the bushes on the right. Just as Tang Yu had expected, the Class C students rushed toward the source of the sound, leaving only Ryuen behind to guard the spot.

"Now!"

Tang Yu and Ichinose sprinted toward the Warehouse gate. Ryuen spotted them immediately and lunged forward with a roar. Tang Yu was well-prepared; he activated his newly unlocked Emotion Manipulation ability, planting a strong sense of Hesitation into Ryuen's consciousness.

Ryuen's movements suddenly stalled, a flash of confusion crossing his eyes. This brief moment of Hesitation gave Tang Yu enough time to rush to the door and quickly use the key to open the Warehouse.