Chapter Summaries

Plot Points and Events

• Tanaka Yukishin approaches Sakura Airi, noticing her distress.
• He confesses that she reminds him of his childhood friend, Goto Hitori, who is socially anxious and has a unique fashion sense.
• Tanaka shares stories about Hitori, which mirror Sakura's own experiences and preferences.

Character Developments

• Sakura Airi: Starts to open up and feel understood, despite her initial resistance to Tanaka's advances.
• Tanaka Yukishin: Shows empathy and understanding towards Sakura, revealing his caring nature.

Significant Themes

• Understanding and acceptance of individuality.
• Overcoming social anxiety and insecurities.
• The power of shared experiences and empathy.

Character Interactions

• Tanaka Yukishin and Sakura Airi: Tanaka's genuine sharing of his childhood friend's story helps Sakura feel seen and understood, fostering a connection between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sakura Airi seeks help from Tanaka Yukishin regarding her stalker issue.
• Tanaka Yukishin confirms Goto Hitori's existence in this world.
• They devise a plan to identify and confront the stalker.

Character Developments

• Sakura Airi: Overcomes her initial hesitation and trusts Tanaka Yukishin, showing courage in agreeing to his plan.
• Tanaka Yukishin: Demonstrates his intelligence and strategic thinking in planning to catch the stalker.

Significant Themes

• Trust and friendship: Sakura Airi's trust in Tanaka Yukishin grows as she shares her problem with him.
• Vulnerability and courage: Sakura Airi shows vulnerability in her fear of the stalker but also courage in agreeing to the plan.

Character Interactions

• Tanaka Yukishin and Sakura Airi: They form a bond as Tanaka listens to her problem and offers help, while Sakura trusts him with her issue.
• Tanaka Yukishin and Chabashira Sae (implied): Tanaka feels uncomfortable with Chabashira's handling of Sakura's problem, showing his concern for his classmate's well-being.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tanaka Yukishin agrees to protect Sakura Airi from her stalker.
• Tanaka reveals to Karuizawa Kei that Kushida Kikyo was bullied in middle school due to her tendency to vent online about her friends' secrets.
• Sakura Airi leaves her digital camera in her dormitory to lure out her stalker, with Tanaka following her discreetly.
• Sakura Airi discovers that her digital camera is malfunctioning and decides to take it to the electronics store for repair.

Character Developments

• Sakura Airi shows gratitude towards Tanaka and starts to trust him more.
• Karuizawa Kei feels jealous and uneasy about Tanaka's interest in Sakura Airi and Kushida Kikyo.
• Tanaka reveals his understanding of the complex dynamics between friends and their secrets, showing a deeper insight into human relationships.

Significant Themes

• Trust and betrayal among friends.
• The consequences of venting personal emotions and secrets online.
• The struggle between sentimentality and practicality in human interactions.

Character Interactions

• Tanaka and Sakura Airi: Tanaka protects Sakura Airi from her stalker, and they start to build trust. Sakura Airi relies on Tanaka's protection, while Tanaka shows genuine concern for her safety.
• Tanaka and Karuizawa Kei: Tanaka reassures Karuizawa Kei about his intentions with other girls, and they share a moment of intimacy. Karuizawa Kei feels jealous but ultimately accepts Tanaka's actions.
• Sakura Airi and her stalker: Sakura Airi tries to lure out her stalker by leaving her digital camera behind, showing her determination to confront the issue.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sakura Airi seeks help from Yamamoto Ichiro, an employee at the school's electronics shop, to fix her camera.
• Yamamoto Ichiro repairs the camera and hints at knowing Sakura Airi from before, making her uncomfortable.
• Sakura Airi shares her experience with Tanaka Yukishin, who deduces Yamamoto Ichiro as the stalker.
• Sakura Airi lures Yamamoto Ichiro into a secluded alley, where he confesses his obsession with her, calling her "Shizuku."
• Yamamoto Ichiro attacks Sakura Airi, who defends herself and falls, injuring her hip and hands.
• Yamamoto Ichiro catches a bottle thrown by Sakura Airi, misinterpreting it as a sign of her affection.

Character Developments

• Sakura Airi: Shows courage in facing her stalker and following Tanaka Yukishin's plan. Her past self is referenced, suggesting a history of being targeted.
• Yamamoto Ichiro: Reveals his obsession with Sakura Airi, demonstrating violent tendencies and a distorted perception of her feelings.

Significant Themes

• Stalking and Harassment: Yamamoto Ichiro's obsession with Sakura Airi highlights the theme of stalking and harassment, which is a recurring issue in the story.
• Trust and Betrayal: Sakura Airi's discomfort around Yamamoto Ichiro and her trust in Tanaka Yukishin emphasize the themes of trust and betrayal.

Character Interactions

• Sakura Airi and Yamamoto Ichiro: Their interaction reveals Yamamoto Ichiro's stalking behavior and Sakura Airi's discomfort and fear around him.
• Sakura Airi and Tanaka Yukishin: Their conversation shows Tanaka Yukishin's protective and strategic nature, as he helps Sakura Airi devise a plan to confront her stalker.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sakura Airi is stalked and threatened by Yamamoto Ichiro.
• Tanaka Yukishin intervenes and saves Sakura Airi, severely injuring Yamamoto Ichiro.
• Sakura Airi tries to protect Tanaka Yukishin by offering to lie about the incident to make it seem like self-defense.

Character Developments

• Tanaka Yukishin: Shows his protective side and willingness to use violence to defend others. He also demonstrates self-control when Sakura Airi asks him to stop.
• Sakura Airi: Shows bravery in the face of danger and is willing to protect Tanaka Yukishin, even at the risk of compromising her own innocence.

Significant Themes

• Protection and sacrifice: Both characters are willing to go to great lengths to protect each other.
• The consequences of violence: Tanaka Yukishin's actions have serious consequences, and Sakura Airi is aware of this, leading her to try and protect him.

Character Interactions

• Tanaka Yukishin and Sakura Airi: Their bond strengthens as they protect each other. Tanaka Yukishin shows concern for Sakura Airi's well-being, while she is willing to sacrifice herself to protect him.
• Tanaka Yukishin and Yamamoto Ichiro: Their interaction is violent and one-sided, with Tanaka Yukishin using excessive force against Yamamoto Ichiro.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sakura Airi, distressed and tearful, attempts to kiss Tanaka Yukishin, but he rejects her.
• Tanaka points out a security camera, revealing that her earlier actions were recorded.
• Sakura Airi, embarrassed, apologizes to Tanaka.
• Tanaka compliments Sakura's appearance, and she blushes.
• Tanaka lends her his jacket to cover her exposed skin.

Character Developments

• Sakura Airi: Struggles with her feelings for Tanaka, experiences a range of emotions (desire, frustration, shame, relief), and shows vulnerability and strength.
• Tanaka Yukishin: Demonstrates kindness and understanding towards Sakura, shows appreciation for her beauty, and maintains his boundaries.

Significant Themes

• Emotions and their complexity (desire, frustration, shame, relief, gratitude).
• Boundaries and respect for others' feelings.
• The impact of actions and their consequences (security camera recording).

Character Interactions

• Tanaka and Sakura's interaction is filled with tension and unspoken feelings, with Tanaka trying to maintain boundaries while Sakura struggles with her emotions.
• Tanaka shows care and concern for Sakura's well-being, while Sakura expresses her frustration and later, relief and gratitude.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tanaka Yukishin (the protagonist) saves Sakura Airi from a criminal, severely injuring the latter.
• The school's security director, Sato Muyoku, arrives and assesses the situation, deciding it's a case of righteous action and self-defense.
• Tanaka and Sakura are instructed to go to the Student Council first and give statements later.

Character Developments

• Tanaka Yukishin: Shows bravery and strength in protecting Sakura. He's calm and collected even after the altercation. He's also somewhat reserved about his relationship with Sakura.
• Sakura Airi: Shows affection towards Tanaka but is hesitant to express it openly. She's grateful for Tanaka's help and is willing to go to the Student Council in her current state.
• Sato Muyoku: A seasoned security director who handles the situation professionally. He also shows a softer side, encouraging youthful romance.
• Shirakawa Kanon: Sato's subordinate, who assists him in the investigation. She's young, enthusiastic, and enjoys teasing Tanaka and Sakura about their relationship.

Significant Themes

• Youth and Romance: The chapter explores the budding romance between Tanaka and Sakura, with Sato Muyoku and Shirakawa Kanon both encouraging it.
• Bravery and Chivalry: Tanaka's actions highlight his bravery and chivalry, showing that he's willing to protect those he cares about.
• Professionalism vs. Personal Interest: Sato Muyoku balances his professional duties with his personal interest in encouraging youthful romance.

Character Interactions

• Tanaka and Sakura: Tanaka and Sakura's interaction shows their close bond and mutual affection. Tanaka is protective of Sakura, while Sakura is grateful and affectionate towards Tanaka.
• Sato and Shirakawa: Sato and Shirakawa's interaction shows a mentor-mentee relationship, with Sato guiding Shirakawa and occasionally teasing her. They also share a friendly camaraderie.
• Tanaka and Sato: Tanaka and Sato's interaction is professional, with Sato treating Tanaka with respect and encouraging him to communicate well with Sakura.

Key Plot Points

• Tanaka Yukishin is questioned by Student Council President Horikita Manabu about his involvement in a student assault case.
• Horikita Manabu shows Yukishin surveillance footage and route maps, indicating he knows about Yukishin's prior knowledge of the stalking incident.
• Horikita Manabu offers Yukishin a deal: in exchange for guiding his sister Horikita Suzune, he will owe Yukishin a favor.

Character Developments

• Horikita Manabu: Shows his intelligence, calm demeanor, and willingness to help students, even those who might be troublemakers like Yukishin.
• Tanaka Yukishin: Demonstrates his calm and collected nature under pressure, as well as his ability to make deals and maintain his principles.
• Sakura Airi: Reveals her past struggles with a stalker and her trust in Yukishin.

Significant Themes

• Trust and alliances: Horikita Manabu chooses to trust and ally himself with Tanaka Yukishin despite knowing about his past actions.
• Power dynamics: The Student Council President's power is shown, as well as Yukishin's ability to navigate these dynamics.

Character Interactions

• Horikita Manabu and Tanaka Yukishin: Their interaction shows mutual respect and understanding, leading to a deal between them.
• Tanaka Yukishin and Sakura Airi: Their relationship is built on trust and protection, with Yukishin helping Airi despite knowing the risks.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tanaka Yukishin and Karuizawa Kei's playful interaction continues.
• Tanaka meets with Horikita Suzune to discuss her personality issues and her lack of progress in moving up a class.
• Tanaka and Koenji decide to slack off in class, leading to a decline in Class D's points.
• Tanaka chases Matsushita Chiaki out of the club room, but decides to let Sakura Airi join.

Character Developments

• Horikita Suzune remains stubborn and unself-aware about her personality issues.
• Tanaka Yukishin shows he's observant and insightful about his classmates' strengths and weaknesses.
• Karuizawa Kei's feelings for Tanaka become more apparent.
• Sakura Airi's feelings for Tanaka are hinted at by Karuizawa.

Significant Themes

• The importance of self-awareness and personal growth, as seen through Horikita Suzune's struggle to acknowledge her personality flaws.
• The consequences of slacking off and not taking responsibilities seriously, as shown by Class D's declining points.
• The theme of unrequited love, with Sakura Airi's feelings for Tanaka going unnoticed.

Character Interactions

• Tanaka and Karuizawa's playful banter continues, showing their comfortable and intimate relationship.
• Tanaka's conversation with Horikita Suzune reveals his insight into her personality and the dynamics of their group.
• Tanaka and Matsushita's chase highlights their friendly rivalry and Tanaka's indifference to Matsushita's attempts to stay in the club.
• Karuizawa's conversation with Sakura hints at Sakura's feelings for Tanaka.

Plot Points and Events

• Tanaka Yukishin continues his club activities, reaching the Kendo Club.
• He challenges the Kendo Club President, Miyajima Hayata, to a match.
• Tanaka uses his enhanced strength to overpower Miyajima in a series of strikes.

Character Developments

• Tanaka Yukishin: Shows off his increased strength and speed, demonstrating his power without using his full strength.
• Miyajima Hayata: Shows determination and skill but is no match for Tanaka's strength.
• Karuizawa Kei: Shows concern for Tanaka and Miyajima during their match.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the gap between individuals' abilities.
• The importance of knowing one's limits and when to yield.

Character Interactions

• Tanaka and Miyajima: Tanaka shows respect for Miyajima's determination but ultimately overpowers him.
• Tanaka and Karuizawa: They share a moment of understanding and connection.
• Koenji Rokusuke and Kiryuin Fuuka: They watch the match and comment on Tanaka's strength.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The author shares their personal journey of writing this novel, from starting on Qidian to moving to Maomao.
• They discuss their initial goals, struggles with bots, and the growth of their readership.
• The author mentions receiving feedback, improving their cover, and eventually signing a contract.
• They detail their first trial promotion and the subsequent increase in follows and active readers.

Character Developments

• The author (as a character in this context) reflects on their growth as a writer, from a newcomer with low expectations to a contracted author with a significant readership.

Significant Themes

• The author's journey and growth as a writer.
• The importance of reader feedback and engagement.
• The role of presentation (cover, title, synopsis) in attracting readers.

Character Interactions

• The author interacts with readers through their comments, reviews, and votes, which boost their confidence and motivation.
• They also mention specific readers who provided guidance or feedback, such as Dark King of Kings and Kamuro Masumi.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tanaka Yukishin, a transfer student, spars with Miyajima Hayata, the Kendo Club's ace, and easily defeats him with three strikes.
• Miyajima Hayata requests another round, and they decide to use wooden swords this time.
• Tanaka Yukishin breaks Miyajima Hayata's wooden sword with a single strike, demonstrating extraordinary skill.

Character Developments

• Tanaka Yukishin: Shows off his incredible strength and skill in kendo, impressing everyone. He also demonstrates his confidence and arrogance.
• Miyajima Hayata: Initially confident in his kendo skills, he is humbled by Tanaka's prowess. He becomes determined to improve and learn from Tanaka.
• Karuizawa Kei and Sakura Airi: They are laypeople and don't understand the intricacies of kendo, but they are impressed by Tanaka's skill.

Significant Themes

• The difference between laypeople and skilled fighters in understanding and executing combat techniques.
• The importance of practice and dedication in mastering a skill.
• The potential for rapid improvement with natural talent and proper guidance.

Character Interactions

• Tanaka Yukishin and Miyajima Hayata: Their interaction sparks Miyajima's determination to improve and learn from Tanaka.
• Tanaka Yukishin and Karuizawa Kei/Sakura Airi: Tanaka's casual attitude towards them highlights the gap in their understanding of combat skills.
• Miyajima Hayata and the Kendo Club advisor: The advisor tries to explain the principles of force deflection to the girls but struggles due to their lack of understanding.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Miyajima Hayata and Tanaka Yukishin's kendo match ends with Tanaka's victory.
• Tanaka invites Miyajima to his celebration party, but Miyajima declines.
• Sakura Airi asks about participating in off-campus competitions, and Miyajima explains it's a tradition for certain clubs.
• A month later, Class D receives their monthly class points, which are lower than expected.
• Chabashira Sae reveals that Class D's performance is the worst she's seen.
• Hirata Yosuke asks for the reasons behind the points deduction, and Chabashira Sae lists them.

Character Developments

• Miyajima Hayata: Shows pride in his kendo skills but acknowledges the power of firearms. He maintains a sense of distance from Tanaka and his group.
• Tanaka Yukishin: Displays confidence in his abilities and invites Miyajima to his party, hinting at his future plans.
• Karuizawa Kei: Shows concern for Tanaka and tries to keep her group members in line.
• Ike Kanji: Becomes frustrated with the low class points and takes it out on Tanaka.
• Horikita Suzune: Takes notes on the reasons for points deduction, showing her analytical mindset.

Significant Themes

• The decline of traditional martial arts (kendo) in the face of modern weaponry (firearms).
• The consequences of poor performance and lack of effort (Class D's low class points).
• The importance of self-reflection and improvement (Chabashira Sae's criticism of Class D).

Character Interactions

• Miyajima Hayata and Tanaka Yukishin: Their interaction highlights the contrast between traditional and modern power dynamics.
• Karuizawa Kei and her group: They show concern and interest in Tanaka's life, hinting at their close relationship.
• Ike Kanji and Tanaka Yukishin: Ike's frustration leads him to lash out at Tanaka, revealing his insecurities.
• Chabashira Sae and Class D: Chabashira Sae's criticism of Class D shows her high expectations and disappointment in their performance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ayanokouji meets with Chabashira to discuss Horikita's behavior.
• Tanaka Yukishin takes charge of a special guidance session for Horikita.
• Horikita's loner manifesto is challenged by Tanaka.

Character Developments

• Horikita Suzune: Struggles with her loner mentality and begins to question her approach to class promotion.
• Tanaka Yukishin: Shows leadership and assertiveness in guiding Horikita.
• Chabashira Sae: Acts as a catalyst for Horikita's growth, providing information and support when needed.

Significant Themes

• Social Interaction: The importance of socializing and working with others to achieve goals.
• Personal Growth: Horikita's journey in recognizing her flaws and taking steps to improve.
• Leadership: Tanaka's ability to take charge and guide his peers.

Character Interactions

• Ayanokouji & Chabashira: They discuss Horikita's behavior and Ayanokouji asks for Chabashira's help in guiding her.
• Horikita & Tanaka: Tanaka challenges Horikita's loner manifesto and forces her to confront her approach to class promotion.
• Horikita & Yukino (off-screen): Horikita sees her brother outside the window, which influences her reaction to Tanaka's guidance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tanaka Yukishin, an upperclassman, gives a speech to Class D, inspiring them to strive for excellence and not rely solely on reaching Class A.
• Chabashira Sae reveals that failing a single subject in the midterm or final exams will result in expulsion, with a passing threshold of 32 points.
• Class A celebrates their ranking, while Class B's Sakayanagi Arisu reflects on the shift in power dynamics within her class.

Character Developments

• Tanaka Yukishin shows himself to be a wise and inspiring figure, though he remains realistic about the likelihood of change.
• Horikita Suzune demonstrates her analytical skills by quickly understanding the expulsion rule.
• Sakayanagi Arisu experiences ideological growth, realizing the futility of focusing on Class D's ranking and instead reflecting on her own class's dynamics.

Significant Themes

• The importance of individual effort and ability, not just class ranking.
• The consequences of failure and the need for continuous improvement.
• The complexities of power dynamics and social structures within the classes.

Character Interactions

• Tanaka Yukishin's speech inspires and challenges Class D students.
• Chabashira Sae applies pressure to Class D students, emphasizing the expulsion rule.
• Sakayanagi Arisu and Kamuro Masumi discuss their class's power dynamics and Sakayanagi's newfound perspective.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tanaka Yukishin meets with Sakayanagi Narimori to purchase an exclusive part-time work permit for 20 million points.
• The permit allows him to hire students for one month, earning 100,000 points per person, and will be revoked after that period.
• Tanaka faces the challenge of selling the permit to students with varying schedules and determining a fair pricing strategy.

Character Developments

• Tanaka Yukishin demonstrates his ambition and strategic thinking by pursuing the exclusive part-time work permit.
• Sakayanagi Narimori shows his cunning and willingness to make deals, hinting at internal conflicts within the school.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and power dynamics among students.
• The school's control over students and the potential for rebellion against its rules.
• The value of influence and status within the school.

Character Interactions

• Tanaka Yukishin and Sakayanagi Narimori engage in a tense negotiation, with Tanaka successfully purchasing the permit.
• Tanaka must now decide how to sell the permit to other students, considering their schedules and the permit's limited duration.

Key Plot Points and Events

+ Tanaka Yukishin sells exclusive part-time work permits, causing a stir among students.
+ The school becomes temporarily peaceful as students focus on selecting competitive job positions.
+ Tanaka contacts Cheat Customer Service about incomplete tasks.
+ The customer service agent explains that Tanaka's 'Become the Strongest' task requires recognition from the whole school, including teachers and leadership.
+ Tanaka learns that his kendo and combat skills are the strongest but haven't been seen by most people.
+ Tanaka and Sakura Airi have a tense interaction in the clubroom during lunch, with Karuizawa Kei teasing Sakura.

Character Developments

+ Tanaka Yukishin shows entrepreneurial spirit and strategic thinking by selling part-time work permits.
+ He demonstrates determination and patience in completing his cheat tasks.
+ Sakura Airi shows signs of anxiety and discomfort around Tanaka and Karuizawa.

Significant Themes

+ The struggle for resources and survival within the school's closed ecosystem.
+ The importance of recognition and visibility in achieving one's goals.
+ The tension and dynamics between different social groups within the school.

Character Interactions

+ Tanaka interacts with various students, including Sakayanagi Arisu, Katsuragi Kohei, and Kanzaki Ryuji, who discuss his part-time work permit scheme.
+ He also interacts with his classmates, who try to negotiate cheaper prices for the permits.
+ Tanaka, Sakura, and Karuizawa have a tense and uncomfortable interaction in the clubroom, with Karuizawa teasing Sakura.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tanaka Yukishin accidentally spills orange liquid on a manga, causing a commotion in the classroom.
• Chabashira Sae, their homeroom teacher, arrives and summons Tanaka to her office after school.
• Later, at the Toyokawa Mansion, Toyokawa Kiyotsugu, a powerful figure, learns about Tanaka's actions at school and becomes intrigued by him.
• Tanaka Yukishin leads Karuizawa Kei and Sakura Airi out of the classroom after school, with Sakura noticeably distant.

Character Developments

• Tanaka Yukishin: Tanaka shows his resourcefulness and unscrupulousness by buying and reselling a part-time job permit, catching the attention of Toyokawa Kiyotsugu. He also demonstrates his concern for Sakura's well-being by suggesting she join the Yukishin Society.
• Sakura Airi: Sakura joins the Yukishin Society at Tanaka's suggestion but starts to keep her distance from him, possibly due to feelings of uncertainty or self-doubt.
• Toyokawa Kiyotsugu: Toyokawa is intrigued by Tanaka's actions, seeing in him a reflection of his younger self. He decides to observe Tanaka further and considers supporting him if he proves his worth.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The story explores power dynamics within the school and the wider society, with Tanaka's actions challenging the established order.
• Ambition vs. Caution: Tanaka's bold moves contrast with Toyokawa's more cautious approach in his youth, raising questions about the balance between ambition and caution.
• Relationships: The complex dynamics between Tanaka, Karuizawa, and Sakura are explored, with Sakura's feelings for Tanaka and her uncertainty about her place in the Yukishin Society adding depth to their relationship.

Character Interactions

• Tanaka and Sakura: Tanaka's concern for Sakura's well-being leads him to suggest she join the Yukishin Society, but Sakura starts to distance herself from him, indicating a shift in their dynamic.
• Tanaka and Toyokawa: Though they haven't met yet, Tanaka's actions catch the attention of Toyokawa, setting the stage for potential interaction between them.
• Karuizawa and Sakura: Karuizawa's protectiveness towards Sakura is evident, but Sakura's feelings of uncertainty might cause tension in their friendship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sakura Airi joins the club, expecting to help Karuizawa Kei and potentially have a chance with Tanaka Yukishin.
• Tanaka Yukishin receives a message from Hoshinomiya Chie, asking to meet on the rooftop.
• Hoshinomiya Chie propositions Tanaka Yukishin, offering special extracurricular tutoring in exchange for helping Chabashira Sae move up a class. She later begs him, willing to do anything.

Character Developments

• Sakura Airi realizes her feelings for Tanaka Yukishin but understands the complexity of the situation and decides to accept her role silently.
• Hoshinomiya Chie shows her determination and ruthlessness in achieving her goals, even going as far as begging Tanaka Yukishin.

Significant Themes

• The complexity of relationships and feelings, with Sakura Airi's unrequited love and Hoshinomiya Chie's desperate attempt to outdo Chabashira Sae.
• The power dynamics between students and teachers, with Hoshinomiya Chie trying to manipulate Tanaka Yukishin.

Character Interactions

• Tanaka Yukishin interacts with Hoshinomiya Chie, showing his indifference to her advances and his unwillingness to be manipulated.
• Sakura Airi and Karuizawa Kei continue to interact, with Sakura Airi accepting her role as a friend and helper to Karuizawa Kei.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hoshinomiya Chie kneels before Tanaka Yukishin to stop Chabashira Sae's advancement, revealing her past with Chabashira Sae.
• Chabashira Sae confronts Hoshinomiya Chie, leading to a heated argument about their past actions during a critical exam 12 years ago.
• The exam required the class to expel one student for 100 class points, causing a conflict within the class.
• The argument reveals that both women had selfish motives during the exam, leading to a widening class gap and a rift between them.

Character Developments

• Hoshinomiya Chie: Reveals her resentment towards Chabashira Sae for betraying her and disregarding the class during the exam. She admits to having selfish motives.
• Chabashira Sae: Admits to having a romantic relationship with the class leader at the time and having selfish motives during the exam. She reveals that she chose to escape from the situation, unable to choose between her lover and her partner.
• Tanaka Yukishin: Observes the argument, figures out the situation, and reflects on his past shipping preferences, comparing the women to a tragic pairing he used to ship.

Significant Themes

• Betrayal and its consequences
• Selfishness and its impact on relationships
• The complexity of human emotions and motivations
• The tragedy of past actions and their lingering effects

Character Interactions

• Hoshinomiya Chie and Chabashira Sae: Their argument reveals the depth of their resentment and the complexity of their past relationship, leading to a tense confrontation.
• Tanaka Yukishin and Hoshinomiya Chie: Tanaka observes the argument, and Hoshinomiya Chie initially tries to seduce him to stop Chabashira Sae. Later, he reflects on their interaction in relation to his past shipping preferences.
• Chabashira Sae and Tanaka Yukishin: Tanaka watches the show, but there's no significant interaction between them in this chapter.