Chapter 105

Given the information asymmetry and the lack of prior preparation, she was caught off guard and unable to cope.

"Then let me reveal the truth to you. The student who was involved in the violence with him was also a classmate of that prestigious basketball school. This is enough to prove that Ken Sudō used violence wantonly in order to solidify his position on the basketball team and attempted to destroy the future of others."

"Thinking back now, doesn't it seem familiar? During the summer tournament, the Basketball Club coach was about to announce the official roster. And Ken Sudō, as a candidate, once again skillfully resorted to violence, trying to eliminate all possible students."

Horikita Suzune tried to struggle.

"This is just your guess; there's no evidence."

Sakagami Suma is a mature professional who has been in the workforce for many years.

His experience far surpasses that of Horikita Suzune.

The response was watertight.

"Yes, Horikita- kun, but your question also lacks evidence. Moreover, in the same violent incident, one party was punished while the other was innocent. That's enough to prove where the problem lies."

"It's quite normal that someone like Sudo, who likes to use violence, would frighten and surprise Komiya Yogo, Ishizaki Daichi, and Kondo Suzune with his intimidating presence."

The atmosphere in the meeting room suddenly became tense.

Ken Sudō was trembling with anger, but he couldn't utter a powerful rebuttal.

Horikita Suzune bit her lower lip, clearly thinking quickly for a solution.

After waiting for a while, seeing that the students in Class D did not react.

Horikita Manabu to speak.

"If Class D has no further evidence, then I will announce the verdict."

One minute later.

"The verdict is hereby announced for the violent Ken Sudō on three students from Class D Class C."

"Ken Sudō from Class D will be suspended from school from today until summer vacation. Class D will have 30 Class Points deducted. Ken Sudō must pay 30,000 nutrition points to Komiya Yogo, Ishizaki Daichi, and Kondo Suzune."

Chapter 106, page 105

After the meeting.

Both parties left the scene in an orderly manner.

The difference was that the three of them were all smiles and beaming with pride.

Class D was silent, the atmosphere heavy with gloom.

This result was not unexpected— Class C's plan was a great success, while Class D suffered a crushing defeat.

In the empty meeting room, only Tachibana Akane, who was fulfilling her duties as Student Council secretary, and Horikita Manabu, who was deep in thought, remained.

Tachibana Akane Tachibana's slender fingers flew across the keyboard, and the meeting minutes were quickly completed.

She closed her laptop, turned to look at the president who was still deep in thought, and a gentle smile unconsciously appeared on her lips.

"President, Suzune has improved a lot!"

"Tachibana Akane said, her fingertips unconsciously twirling the ends of her hair," she said.

Ever since I learned of my future "sister-in-law's" existence.

She has been keeping an eye on it.

As a third-year student, she believed she was qualified to comment on Horikita Suzune.

The difference between them is like the difference between the Baby and Adult stages of Digimon.

As for my sister-in-law, in terms of talent, she is of average ability, though not exceptional.

His self-discipline and hard work are the only two aspects that deserve praise.

Children like this.

Actually, they are very easy to teach.

All you need to do is provide a clear objective.

Don't do it like a girlfriend assigning tasks to her boyfriend.

The phrase "buy a few groceries on the way home" is a vague statement.

Time: When I got home in the afternoon

Task: Buy seven eggs and three tomatoes.

Reward: A kiss from my girlfriend.

It can have a completely different effect.

The sister-in-law will grow up well.

However, the president might be hoping to see Suzune grow in her understanding and awareness.

Horikita Manabu frowned slightly upon hearing this, his slender fingers tapping lightly on the conference table.

"She has indeed improved, but she still has a long way to go."

His tone was calm, but he couldn't hide the hint of relief that flashed in his eyes.

Tachibana Akane keenly noticed this detail and couldn't help but smile—the tsundere attitude of these two siblings was exactly the same.

The president is being hypocritical again...

Tachibana Akane thought to herself, her gaze gently fixed on Horikita Manabu's tense profile.

She knew this "lover" she spent every day with all too well; beneath his seemingly cold exterior lay a deep love and care for his younger sister.

Just like now, he outwardly criticizes, but inwardly he is secretly pleased with Suzune's growth.

Horikita Manabu didn't bother with Tachibana Akane's changes.

Ever since he learned that Suzune was his younger sister, he has become increasingly close to and attentive to Suzune.

Although it was done in secret.

He was caught in a dilemma at that moment.

On the one hand, I'm pleased with my younger sister's progress, but on the other hand, I can't help but worry—where does this transformation come from?

He recalled several possible factors he observed regarding the number 13 (=6):

Tanaka Yukishin?

He taught me, and I watched from outside the window.

The analysis of the exam rules, the passing score, and the exam strategy derived from that analysis are indeed excellent.

However, there was no comment on Horikita Suzune's changes.

As for the principles of conduct thereafter, they will be based on the closeness or distance of relationships, and the importance and urgency of interests.

That's too general.

Many people know the principle, but few can put it into practice.

Chabashira-sensei, private tomb, 2 dead, 8 in office;?

She was also surprised by her own arrival, clearly indicating an inaccurate understanding of her relationship with her sister.

Is that Ayanokoji Kiyotaka?

He remembered the name of the boy in Class D who remained silent throughout but stayed calm.

He must have something special to be able to participate in this meeting.

But could it be him?

This is really troublesome.

Horikita Manabu unconsciously rubbed his temples.

He worried when his sister stagnated, but now that she's making progress, he's even more worried.

Perhaps this is the fate of an older brother—forever caught between concern and worry.

"Pfft"

Tachibana Akane suddenly burst out laughing and quickly covered her mouth with the folder.

Horikita Manabu cast a questioning look at her, and she quickly shook her head.

"It's nothing, I just think the president looks... cute when she's thinking."

Before she could finish speaking, she blushed.

He's saying strange things again...

Horikita Manabu gave a soft hum, but the tips of his ears felt slightly hot.

He pretended to straighten his tie to hide his thoughts, but failed to notice the sly glint in Tachibana Akane's eyes.

As the person who knows Horikita Manabu best, Tachibana Akane had long seen through everything.

This arrogant student council president, who claims to "not date in high school," has actually already developed feelings for her, but he just hasn't realized it yet.

After all, she's a tsundere.

She lowered her head to organize the documents, a sweet smile playing on her lips—she was probably the only one in the entire school who could see through the student council president's disguise.

Being able to work alongside Horikita Manabu, Tachibana Akane is actually a capable person.

It's just that Horikita Manabu is too outstanding.

So most of the time, all she needs to do is follow instructions.

There is absolutely no need to offer your own wisdom to help.

But Tachibana Akane is no ordinary person.

Whether it's observation skills, thinking ability, or action, they are all top-notch.

"Speaking of which..." Tachibana Akane suddenly remembered something and tilted her head to ask, "Does the student council president think that Suzune's lack of frankness is hereditary, or is it something you've influenced her to do?"

Horikita Manabu paused for a moment, his eyes behind his glasses widening slightly.

"What nonsense are you talking about?" He pushed up his glasses, trying to sound serious, but couldn't hide the hint of panic in his voice. "That's a problem with her personality."

They're both so proud and aloof, as expected.

Tachibana Akane chuckled to herself.

She suddenly became very curious: did little Suzune develop such an unreliable personality because she admired her brother back then?

Leave the building.

Ishizaki Daichi extended an invitation to the homeroom teacher.

"Teacher, Ryuen is going to celebrate at a karaoke bar later, are you interested?"

"No need, you guys have fun. Ryuen Kakeru is a capable person, keep up the good work."

Sakagami Suma decisively declined Ishizaki Daichi's invitation.

He was a very pure teacher; his only wish was to raise the class he taught to Class A.

Then graduate and receive a bonus.

Therefore, he usually gives his full support to his students.

Regardless of whether the students are good or evil, regardless of whether the methods used are violent or gentle.

He can adapt perfectly and then display the most suitable posture.

This is his awareness as a mature member of society.

He was quite satisfied with Ryuen Kakeru.

The methods were ruthless, and the plan was meticulous.

For example, Ken Sudō's violent criminal record was originally one of the backup methods that Ryuen Kakeru Sho used to continue to launch a public opinion offensive after the verdict was over, in order to expel Ken Sudō from school.

However, the 500,000-point bounty for Class D mobilized too many people.

So he gave up holding back.

Instead, he entrusted it directly to himself and focused all his efforts on completing the current plan.