Agreement

She quickly took out her terminal and started operating it.

This unexpected incident and Sakayanagi Arisu's unusual loss of composure.

This drew even stronger, more inquisitive glances from the others in the corridor: Kanzaki Ryuji, Katsuragi Kohei, Ryuen Kakeru, and even the still angry Horikita Suzune.

Ayanokoji Kiyotaka?

This name is so unfamiliar to most of them that it is practically nonexistent.

But Sakayanagi Arisu's violent reaction instantly shrouded the name in a veil of mystery and danger.

The alarm bells in Horikita Suzune's heart trembled slightly.

Ayanokoji Kiyotaka?

That boy in the class who attracted attention on the first day of class Class D, along with Tanaka Yukishin and Koenji Rokusuke, but then tried his best to keep a low profile?

In the cases of Kanji Ike out of school and Ken Sudō's violent incidents.

He had displayed some unusual abilities, which made her take notice, but she didn't investigate further.

Sakayanagi Arisu's unusual reaction at this moment suddenly brought this vague impression to the forefront.

As one of the key figures driving the development of Class D, she knew that to elevate this bottom-ranked class to Class A, she had to integrate all possible resources.

A person who could cause Sakayanagi Arisu lose her composure like this, whether real or not, deserves increased attention.

However--

"Tanaka Yukishin!"

The brother's cold words instantly drowned out all other noises.

"The only significant opportunity that Class D can access"...

"Persuade him"...

"Student Council Secretary!"

The heavy weight of the goal of advancing to Class A rests on my shoulders.

Tanaka Yukishin is the only definite fulcrum that her brother has pointed out that can change the fate of Class D!

In contrast, Ayanokoji Kiyotaka is merely a variable shrouded in uncertainty.

The two pressures meshed together like gears.

Conquering Tanaka Yukishin is the most urgent task, and its priority cannot be questioned.

However, she must also remain vigilant regarding the "anomaly" raised by Ayanokoji Kiyotaka, which Sakayanagi Arisu Ayanokoji Kiyotaka.

This boy seemed to have no desires, yet he deliberately hid himself.

She wasn't trying to use it immediately, but rather to mitigate the risks, or... to try and incorporate this potential undercurrent into the puzzle of promoting Class D if necessary.

But all of this depends on resolving Tanaka Yukishin's problem first.

Sakayanagi Arisu deep breath and quickly regained her composure, but the turmoil in her eyes did not subside.

She gave everyone, especially Horikita Suzune, her signature smile once again.

"Excuse me, something urgent has come up. Well then, everyone, goodbye."

Kamuro Masumi immediately pushed her away quickly.

Ryuen Kakeru watched Sakayanagi's departing figure, then glanced at the others who remained in place, each with a different expression.

Especially noteworthy are Horikita Suzune, whose expression keeps changing, and Katsuragi Kohei, who is still confused by the two names "Tanaka Yukishin" and the suddenly appearing "Ayanokoji Kiyotaka".

A playful smile curled at the corner of his lips.

He said nothing and left alone.

Kanzaki Ryuji and Katsuragi Kohei exchanged a glance.

Kanzaki Ryuji's eyes held deep thought and vigilance, while Katsuragi Kohei's eyes held lingering shock and confusion.

They didn't linger and left quietly.

Only Horikita Suzune remained in the corridor.

The sunlight streamed through the tall windows, casting long shadows on the floor.

The cicadas' chirping grew louder.

Horikita Suzune stood there, her mind replaying everything that had just happened.

The brother's stern evaluation, Sakayanagi Arisu yet seemingly revealing words of truth, the brother's chillingly high praise for Tanaka Yukishin, and finally, that name that caused even Sakayanagi to lose her composure— Ayanokoji Kiyotaka...

She took a deep breath, straightened her back, and her eyes became incredibly determined.

With a clear direction -- Class D.

Target: Tanaka Yukishin.

Their steps were heavy, yet carried a do-or-die determination.

The sun cast her long shadow, which seemed to bear two heavy burdens.

A clear and ambitious goal, and a vague yet undeniable shadow.

Meanwhile, in the Student Council Office, Horikita Manabu signaled to Tachibana Akane to begin instructing the new Student Council member Ichinose Honami, on basic tasks.

The cicadas chirping outside the window, like an endless background noise, foreshadow that this summer is destined to be anything but peaceful.

The invisible pressure emanating from Miyabi Nagumo, the vice president who has never shown her face, has permeated the hearts of everyone.

And Class D.

Tanaka Yukishin, a deep-sea behemoth who was rated as having "top-tier potential" by the Student Council, shone brightly twice before ultimately returning to tranquility.

A mysterious figure who caused Sakayanagi Arisu instantly and successfully pushed the name "Ayanokoji Kiyotaka" into the eye of the storm is quietly becoming the center of the vortex.

The dual-front battle between Horikita Suzune and Sakayanagi Arisu has begun.

Chapter 111, Question 110: Agreed

Around 4:30 p. m., the high-hanging sun generously poured its blazing white light into the empty Class D classroom.

Most of the students had already left, leaving only a few figures.

In the classroom by the window, Tanaka Yukishin leaned lazily against the desk, while Karuizawa Kei clung to him like a clingy kitten, playfully poking his cheek with her finger and whispering something.

Tanaka Yukishin wore her usual gentle smile, occasionally responding with a remark that elicited another soft laugh from Karuizawa Kei.

Not far away, Sakura Airi sat in her seat, holding a thick book.

But their gazes, as if drawn by a magnet, uncontrollably drifted toward the affectionate couple.

Her fair cheeks were flushed with a distinct blush that spread from her ears all the way down to her neck.

Her eyes held a mixture of shyness, envy, and a hint of barely perceptible disappointment.

She seemed to want to look away, but was frozen in place.

He simply hugged the book in his arms tighter, his knuckles turning slightly white.

At the back door of the classroom, Matsushita Chiaki was slowly and methodically packing her schoolbag.

Out of the corner of his eye, he observed the "love triangle" unfolding before him with great interest.

A faint, almost imperceptible smile, typical of a seasoned gossip enthusiast, played at the corners of his mouth.

Just then, the front door of the classroom was suddenly pulled open.

Horikita Suzune appeared at the doorway, her breathing slightly rapid, clearly heading straight for her target.

The strong afternoon light outlined her slightly thin but ramrod straight back, casting a clear shadow on the ground.

Her gaze, sharp as an eagle's, instantly locked onto Tanaka Yukishin.

The intimate scene before her made her furrow her brow almost imperceptibly.

But she didn't hesitate and walked straight over, her footsteps particularly clear in the empty classroom.

"Tanaka -kun."

Horikita Suzune's voice broke the enchanting atmosphere at the back of the classroom, carrying a cold, businesslike tone.

Karuizawa Kei pouted in dissatisfaction, but still slightly distanced herself from Tanaka Yukishin, glancing warily at Horikita Suzune.

Sakura Airi looked like a startled fawn, hurriedly lowering her head and pretending to read, but her bright red ear tips betrayed her nervousness.

Matsushita Chiaki stopped tidying up and prepared to watch the show with great interest.

Tanaka Yukishin slowly turned her head, the playful smile on her face not completely gone, but her eyes held a hint of inquiry.

"Oh? Horikita, what brings you here?"

His tone was languid, tinged with a hint of impatience at being disturbed.

"Please join the Student Council and serve as its secretary."

Horikita Suzune cut to the chase, without any unnecessary pleasantries, looking directly into Tanaka Yukishin's eyes.

Karuizawa Kei gave a soft snort, clearly displeased with Horikita Suzune's commanding tone.

Sakura Airi nervously stole glances at Tanaka's reaction.

Matsushita Chiaki nodded secretly, thinking that Horikita Suzune's opening remarks were indeed... hardcore enough.

Tanaka Yukishin raised an eyebrow, seemingly somewhat surprised by her directness.

But then a wider smile appeared on his lips, tinged with a hint of mockery.

"Why should I?"

These three words struck Horikita Suzune's heart like a stone.

She forced herself to calm down, her mind racing with thoughts about Tanaka Yukishin.

To compensate for her lack of interpersonal skills, the strategies she had recently learned from reading relevant books were coming to life.

Creating external threats to force him to take action?

It was rejected instantly.

While Ryuen Kakeru's destructive power is certainly dangerous, the destructive power of the man in front of us may be even more terrifying, with risks far exceeding what is manageable.

The value of united front work = the value or destructive power created by strength and influence...

She needs to offer him a "benefit" he can't refuse, a "replacement" that matches his strength and satisfies his core needs.

Horikita Suzune took a deep breath, abandoning all flowery language and empty rhetoric.

They chose the most pragmatic solution for exchanging benefits, while cleverly concealing their own selfish motives.

Her voice was steady and clear.

"In exchange, I will take on all the actual work you would do as Student Council secretary."

"You only need to attend the necessary highest-level meetings on your own behalf. And in future class activities, you only need to appear as a ghost member, ensuring a minimum level of participation, just like... a member who's just there to fill a spot in a club."

She paused, then added, "This means that joining the Student Union will only give you a title; it won't take up any of your extra time or disrupt your current... life. At the same time, you can maintain your current relaxed and comfortable lifestyle in future class activities."

Her gaze swept over Karuizawa Kei, whose eyes were slightly wide open, before quickly returning to Tanaka Yukishin's face.

These words elicited various expressions from the audience.

Karuizawa Kei relaxed her guard slightly.

It sounds... like it wouldn't do Xuexin any harm?

Could we even give him a title that sounds impressive?

As long as it doesn't take up the time Xuexin spends with her, it's fine!

Sakura Airi felt a slight sense of relief, but also a strange sense of loss.

The conditions proposed by Horikita seem to be very favorable to Tanaka-kun... Will he agree?

A glint of light flashed in Matsushita Chiaki's eyes.

Wow!

Horikita's combination of "hands-off manager + ghost employee" was brilliant!

How could you gain a prestigious title at minimal cost and also do someone a favor along the way?