Working Together 3 / Working Together (End)

"Let's hurry up, a classmate just told us that the people from Class B are leaving soon too. If we're slow, they won't wait for us."

Hirata Yosuke nodded, his golden hair shimmering with tiny sparkles as he moved.

Indeed, time waits for no one.

He quickened his pace to catch up with Ayanokoji Kiyotaka, his leather shoes making a crisp sound on the floor.

Kushida Kikyo jogged to catch up with the two, her skirt swaying gently with her movements.

Horikita Suzune walked at the back, her figure appearing exceptionally upright.

Her gaze remained fixed ahead, her steps firm and composed.

Chapter 99, Section 98: Combined Force 3

Classroom of Class B.

After finishing her formulaic conversation with Katsuragi Kohei, Kamuro Masumi carefully helped Sakayanagi Arisu walk towards the left side of the classroom.

Sunlight streamed through the window, casting a warm glow on Sakayanagi's pale profile.

This is an unwritten rule in Class B: Sakayanagi is on the left, Katsuragi is on the right, and the free agents can choose their positions at will.

Sitting by the window, Sanada rested his chin on his hand, his slender fingers gently tapping the table, producing a rhythmic sound.

He adjusted his gold-rimmed glasses, his gaze behind the lenses thoughtful.

"Class C is quite bold; they made their move immediately after us."

His voice was deep and magnetic, with a hint of amusement, "Class D really has had a lot of bad luck."

Morimiya leaned against the windowsill, deftly flipping a coin with his fingertips, the cold metallic gleam shimmering in the sunlight.

He casually remarked, "However, this also exposes Class C's weakness—if they had enough manpower, they could have cleared the scene beforehand, taken photos and videos to ensure no one was around, and thus accurately pinned the blame on Ken Sudō of Class D."

Sanada raised an eyebrow, his finger hovering in mid-air, a slight smile playing on his lips.

"Maybe they haven't even thought of that?"

His tone clearly conveyed a sense of mockery.

Morimiya caught the coin and suddenly turned to face him.

Backlit, the sunlight cast a dazzling halo around him, making his expression appear exceptionally vivid and expressive.

"You're kidding me again."

He spread his hands exaggeratedly, a sly glint in his eyes, "You don't really think Ryuen Kakeru, who managed to unify the whole class with violence on the first day of school, is only capable of violence, do you?"

Sanada shook his head helplessly, his fingers continuing to tap the table lightly, but his gaze became serious.

"Just saying. Ryuen Kakeru probably acted as soon as he received the information the night of the Sender's incident." He pushed up his glasses. "In terms of decisiveness and reaction speed, he's certainly not lacking."

Sakayanagi Arisu gently stroked the silver ornament at the tip of her cane, then suddenly spoke, "There's nothing we can do about it. Violence is often destroyed instantly when faced with greater violence."

Her voice was soft yet clear, and her silvery-white eyelashes trembled slightly in the sunlight.

She tilted her head slightly, her silvery-white hair falling down, and continued, "Simply calculating from the perspective of classes A, B, and D..."

Sanada suddenly interrupted, tilting his head and revealing a mischievous smile.

"Not considering other grades? Like seniors or future juniors?"

Ignoring his interruption, Sakayanagi Arisu continued, "I met Kanzaki from Class A when I was a child. Back then, his karate skills had already reached the black belt level. As for whether there are other students with hidden abilities, I have no idea."

"As for Class B, you guys still have Kito, so you can basically crush Ryuen Kakeru in terms of violence."

Morimiya suddenly smiled.

"Sanada, you're hiding it way too well. You're clearly a descendant of the Sanada, yet you're disguising yourself as a weak and scholarly student."

Sanada ignored him, mimicking Sakayanagi Arisu's tone, but with a hint of mockery in his eyes.

"As for Class D, Tanaka-kun and Koenji should be in the same situation. Therefore, Ryuen Kakeru must consolidate his leadership and increase his control over Class C by establishing concrete achievements."

Seeing that teasing was useless, Morimiya spoke up.

"Your Highness, have you finished talking with Katsuragi?"

Sakayanagi Arisu nodded slightly, her silver hair shimmering softly in the warm sunlight.

"Yes, he's considering whether to get involved," she said casually. "We only chatted for a few minutes."

The sunlight at four o'clock gradually changed from dazzling and scorching to warm, turning the classroom amber in color.

Inside the classroom, students began packing their bags in twos and threes, preparing to leave.

Just as everyone was about to leave, crisp footsteps suddenly came from the front door.

"Ah, great! There's still time!"

Accompanied by a cheerful female voice, Kushida Kikyo appeared at the classroom door.

She clasped her hands together, a signature sweet smile blooming on her face, her golden hair swaying gently with her light steps.

Hirata Yosuke, following behind, maintained a gentle smile and a steady gaze.

"So this is Class B..."

Hirata Yosuke glanced around the classroom, his gaze lingering briefly on Sakayanagi Arisu's cane and Katsuragi Kohei's bald head before politely looking away.

"Kushida, I'm counting on you."

Hirata Yosuke lowered his voice and said.

Although he was very popular in Class D, he didn't have many close friends in other classes.

Leave it to me.

Kushida Kikyo blinked, her dimples appearing and disappearing on her cheeks.

She deftly stopped a boy who was about to leave.

"Ishida-kun!"

Ishida Yusuke, who had been called away, turned around and adjusted his glasses.

"Kushida?"

He glanced at Hirata Yosuke with slight surprise, "IXO (four); 782 - Shrimp... what's going on here...?"

Actually, I have a favor to ask.

Kushida Kikyo clasped her hands together, leaned forward slightly, and her eyes shone with earnestness.

"Regarding Sudo from our class... could you please introduce me to Katsuragi or Classmate Sakayanagi?"

At the other end of the classroom, Sakayanagi Arisu softly said "Oh?", her eyebrows slightly raised.

Kamuro Masumi immediately understood and slowed down her packing.

Sanada and Morimiya exchanged a playful glance, and simultaneously took a few steps closer.

"Sure."

Ishida Yusuke nodded and led the two towards Katsuragi Kohei by the window.

Hashimoto Masayoshi Totsuka Yahiko immediately straightened up, while Totsuka Yahiko frowned, only Katsuragi Kohei remained as steady as a rock.

"Katsuragi, these are Hirata Yosuke and Kushida Kikyo from Class D," Ishida Yusuke introduced. "They're here because of Ken Sudō."

"Um."

Katsuragi Kohei's deep voice rang out as he crossed his arms and scrutinized the newcomer with sharp eyes.

Ishida Yusuke nodded to Kushida Kikyo and then left, leaving the two members of Class D to face the core members of Class B.

Hirata Yosuke took a deep breath and spoke first, "We hope to get help from Class B."

His voice was gentle yet firm.

"What's the reason?"

Katsuragi Kohei cut straight to the point, his bald head gleaming faintly in the warm sunlight.

Totsuka Yahiko sneered from the side, while Hashimoto Masayoshi thoughtfully.

Kushida Kikyo took a half-step forward at just the right moment.

"Because we have a common enemy— Class C." She raised her chin slightly, her eyes shining with sincerity. "If conditions permit, Class D hopes to form an alliance with Class B to jointly face the challenges of school life."

Sakayanagi Arisu chuckled softly from a short distance away.

Kamuro Masumi immediately offered her a glass of warm water, but she gently waved it away in refusal.

Sanada leaned against a nearby desk, his eyes narrowing with interest behind his gold-rimmed glasses.

"What about special cases?" Katsuragi Kohei keenly grasped the key point in the words, his thick eyebrows rising slightly.

"That's right."

Hirata Yosuke nodded, his gaze unwavering.

The classroom fell silent for a moment, with only the crisp sound of the coin flipping in Morimiya's hand.

Just then, Sakayanagi Arisu suddenly tapped her cane lightly.

The silvery sound made everyone turn their heads.

"That's an interesting suggestion." A faint smile played on her lips, her pale cheeks almost translucent in the setting sun. "But... what does Katsuragi- kun think?"

Katsuragi Kohei met her gaze for a moment, then slowly said, "An alliance is fine, but Class D needs to show sincerity."

He held up two fingers to Hirata Yosuke.

"First, share information about Class C; second, if there is a conflict between Classes A and B, cooperation should be the priority."

Hirata Yosuke and Kushida Kikyo exchanged a glance.

Seeing this, 7. Suspect Qi Liuyi, Shan q Jiu Er, Sanada ** whistled, and was glared at by Kamuro Masumi.

"First is fine, second is not. Regarding Ken Sudō, we need Class A's strength just as much."

After speaking, Hirata Yosuke waited a moment, then extended his hand.

After a brief hesitation, Katsuragi Kohei firmly grasped his hand.

Chapter 100 99 Combined Forces (The End)

The world does not revolve according to human will.

Seeing that Ichinose Honami had only been normal for a few days, she was back in combat mode due to the sudden incident involving Class D.

The students in Class A could only sigh helplessly.

The afternoon sunlight streamed into the classroom through the windows at four o'clock. Ichinose Honami was bent over organizing her notes, her long pink hair swaying gently with her movements.

Her fingertips traced the pages gently and intently.

"Pay attention, Kanzaki."

Ichinose Honami raised her head, a gentle smile on her lips.

Kanzaki Ryuji stood beside her, his hands in his pockets, his gaze sharp and steady.

He tilted his head slightly, his gaze fixed on the classroom door, and said in a low voice, "There's someone at the door."

Following his gaze, Ichinose Honami saw Horikita Suzune and Ayanokoji Kiyotaka standing at the doorway.

Horikita Suzune stood upright, her long black hair falling over her shoulders, her expression cold and serious.

Ayanokoji Kiyotaka remained expressionless as always, his hands in his pockets, appearing nonchalant.

"Excuse me, I'm Horikita Suzune." Horikita Suzune nodded slightly, her voice clear and crisp.

"Ayanokoji Kiyotaka." Ayanokoji Kiyotaka a brief introduction.

"We're seeking help regarding Ken Sudō's situation."

Horikita Suzune stared directly at Ichinose Honami, her gaze unwavering.

Ichinose Honami looked hesitant and was about to politely decline.

Kanzaki Ryuji, however, had already responded first.

"Sorry, we are now--"

"Class D also wants to form an alliance with Class A. During normal time."