Sudo Became the Class Leader

After resting for about a minute, Yukimura stood up straight. Although he was still a little dazed from lack of oxygen, thankfully it didn't affect him anymore.

"Exercise is really a difficult thing."

Yukimura let out a sigh of relief and made this remark, then turned his gaze to the active Sudo.

"Who can argue with that? That's why I'm so envious of Sudo right now."

After watching his performance for a while, the two of them felt that Sudo was simply not a normal high school student.

"However, we're not entirely without a use for our skills."

Yukimura was probably referring to the fact that he was used as a sacrifice to save the day, otherwise his face wouldn't have looked so bitter.

"Someone always has to make sacrifices." Shuichi Kanda didn't seem to care at all. "Are you feeling rested enough? How about we try a three-legged race?"

"Okay, thank you for your help."

Yukimura recovered and then stood side by side with Shuichi Kanda, pressing his right leg against Shuichi Kanda's left leg.

The two then squatted down at the same time, and Shuichi Kanda tied the rope around their ankles. Then they stood up and put one hand on the other's shoulder.

"First, bring out the feet that are tied together. Also, listen carefully to my commands, from slow to fast."

"Okay, let's begin."

Yukimura nodded, indicating that there was no problem.

"Three, two, one, ready, one, two, one, two..."

Following Shuichi Kanda's command, the two began to move.

As Shuichi Kanda's chants grew faster, the two of them gradually accelerated, eventually reaching a certain speed.

After the chant ended, the two gradually slowed down and then stopped.

Then, Shuichi Kanda and Yukimura exchanged a glance, both noticing the surprise in each other's eyes.

In Three-Legged Race, the most important things are trust and a sense of rhythm.

The two athletes are evenly matched in physical ability and have an excellent sense of rhythm. So, although they are not fast in individual races, they can perform at a high level in three-legged races, even faster than many combinations.

"Now, I think the two of us won't get last place in the Three-Legged Race at least," Shuichi Kanda said, shaking his head after looking at the pairs on the field.

"No, please don't say that. Saying it like that might cause me to have some unnecessary misunderstandings about myself," Yukimura said, adjusting his glasses with a serious expression.

However, their newly established confidence was quickly shattered.

Not far away, Sudo grabbed Ike and pulled him into his arms, then charged from the starting line to the finish line at an astonishing speed, accompanied by Ike's screams.

That speed is simply beyond the reach of ordinary people.

Then, Shuichi Kanda and Yukimura exchanged a glance, silently untied the ropes around their ankles, and pretended that nothing had happened.

You saw it too, didn't you?

"Who could have missed it?"

Shuichi Kanda and Yukimura both looked at Sudo, who was still smug, and Ike, who looked terrified.

Is that kind of thing even allowed?

Who knows?

Hirata, standing not far from the two, also gave a wry smile, then silently walked towards the direction of the PE teacher, seemingly to clarify the matter.

Chapter 174 Sudo Became the Class Leader?

Having received permission, Sudo looked smug. At that moment, Shuichi Kanda walked over, and as he passed Kushida, he coughed lightly to remind her.

"As expected of Sudo. You're always number one in the class no matter what you do, that's amazing!"

Having received Shuichi Kanda Kushida immediately began to flatter Sudo.

"Hey, it's alright. That being said, but if that guy had run away too, who knows what would have happened."

As he spoke, Sudo shifted his gaze to Kouenji tree.

"Even so, you're amazing! You'll be the leader of this Sports Festival, Sudo!"

"Leader? Me...?"

Kushida's words startled Sudo, who then pointed to himself with his index finger in surprise.

"In that case, I also think it's best for Sudo, because the Sports Festival is an opportunity for students who excel in sports. And Sudo is one of the best among these students, so I thought, for everyone's sake, could you please take the next one?"

Not only Kushida, but Hirata, who was standing next to him, also acknowledged Sudo's abilities and hoped that he could take over the leadership position.

"That's true, but I'm not leadership material either..."

Sudo usually works alone or with a small group of people. He was a little confused.

He couldn't help but turn his gaze to the nearby Horikita, seeking her opinion.

"Theoretically, you're not the type to teach others. As for mentors, Hirata would be a better fit..."

"What does it matter? Generally speaking, just seeing Sudo being active is enough to get me fired up, right?"

Shuichi Kanda interrupted Horikita, expressing his support for Sudo as leader.

After all, Kushida didn't want Horikita to be the leader, otherwise he wouldn't have said those flattering things about Sudo and suggested that he be the leader.

"I didn't say I objected, why are you in such a hurry?" Horikita said with displeasure, then looked at Sudo, "If you are confident in leading Class D to victory, I don't object to you becoming the leader this time."

"Then it's settled. I will lead Class D to victory in this Sports Festival."

Sudo clenched his fist, his expression full of confidence.

"Don't get too cocky, or you'll regret it later."

Horikita seemed to be giving Sudo this advice as if it were a message to herself, before leaving to continue practicing.

Watching Horikita's departing figure, Sudo's face flushed slightly, and then he clenched his fist again.

After school, Kushida didn't choose to play with his friends, but instead accompanied Shuichi Kanda buy groceries, and then they went back to the dormitory together.

"Are you happy that Horikita didn't become the leader?"

"Hmph, why doesn't that bitch just honestly admit my nomination? Why does she have to say she doesn't object!"

You're really petty.

"By the way, how's it going with what you promised me?" Kushida suddenly looked up at Shuichi Kanda.

"What did I promise you? What was it?"

"Don't play dumb, it's about helping me teach Horikita a lesson."

Kushida's face was filled with dissatisfaction.

Oh dear, why are you still holding a grudge about this? Didn't you already get a little satisfaction today?

"I've already made the arrangements. Ryuen will receive the detailed information of the students in Class D, as well as the competition order table, very soon."

Did you give it to him personally?

As soon as she said it, Kushida knew the answer, because Shuichi Kanda was looking at her like she was an idiot.

"You have an informant in Class C?"

"You don't need to worry about that. In short, Ryuen will target Horikita Suzune hard this time and make her suffer."

It's best not to tell anyone else about what happened in Karuizawa; at least, the fewer people who know about it now, the better.

Seeing that Shuichi Kanda was unwilling to say more, Kushida did not press the matter further.

"Aren't you going to play with your friends today? I remember you should still have quite a few points left." After putting the ingredients into the pot, Shuichi Kanda looked at Kushida, who was sitting on the bed, swinging her little feet.

"Yes, the points were already distributed when Special Favor during the exam, so I have some points now."

"Then why don't you go out and play?"

"Because I need to watch over you, and I can't let you be snatched away by some other vixen."

???

What vixen? You must be joking. And what's with the "other"? Are you saying you're a vixen yourself? We haven't even done anything yet.

Ignoring Kushida, Shuichi Kanda put the pot lid on and then took out his textbook to start studying.

Do you want to study?

"Yes, the time spent waiting for food to cook can be very boring, so I usually use that time to read."

As he spoke, Shuichi Kanda leaned back comfortably in his chair, opened a book, and this time read the Complete Sherlock Holmes.

When I ran into Shiina before, she recommended this product, but I haven't had time to look at it yet. Come to think of it, it's been a long time since I've been to the library.

Are you just going to let me sit like this?

"Then will you dance for me?"

"Pooh!"

"I didn't stop you, do whatever you want. Or you can curse Horikita a couple more times."

How could I possibly criticize Horikita while you're reading? Wouldn't that disturb your reading, you idiot!

Out of sheer boredom, Kushida also took a book from Shuichi Kanda's bookshelf and started reading.

Seeing that the other party had quieted down, Shuichi Kanda's lips curled into a smile. That's more like it. Stop criticizing others and focus on improving yourself.

So, Shuichi Kanda read while keeping an eye on the food in the pot, and before long it was dinnertime.

"Hey, Kikyo, stop looking."

"Ah?"

Clearly, Kushida was engrossed in reading. Doesn't this guy usually read novels?

"Dinner's ready. Go get your own rice."

"Oh."

After Kushida put down his book, Shuichi Kanda finally saw the name on the cover— And Then There Were None.

Oh no, Kushida, are you planning to learn all the scheming and backstabbing from the characters in the book?

Daily routines continue, and physical education classes are also taking place.

Since being appointed as the leader of Class D for this Sports Festival yesterday, Sudo immediately began his activities as the leader.

During physical education class, Sudo immediately gathered the students in the class to begin giving instructions, and the initial instruction was about Tug of War techniques.

Thinking that he had nothing better to do anyway, Shuichi Kanda also became a bystander.

"You've wasted too much energy, and your pulling power is completely weak. You can't even win a game you could have won like this."

Seeing that Ike and Yamauchi were completely clueless, Sudo criticized them without any politeness.

Then he had Ike and Yamauchi hold one end of the rope, while he held the other end, and then Sudo successfully took on both of them!

"So you guys weren't using any strength at all? Did you see my power generation posture? Although strength is the most important thing in Tug of War- war, it's not just about arm strength, you also need to use your waist, use your waist."

He then tossed the rope to Ike and Yamauchi, letting them practice on their own.

"Um, Sudo, could you keep an eye on this side for us later? The Cavalry Battle isn't going too well."

"Wait a moment, I'll be right there."

There were an unusually large number of students in Class D who were not good at sports, or who had never participated in these activities before. Sudo immediately took on the role of a troubleshooter, moving back and forth across the entire playground to provide guidance to everyone.

Moreover, it wasn't just the boys; even the girls were asking Sudo questions.

"You're quite capable, aren't you?"

Seeing Sudo's busy figure, Shuichi Kanda praised him without hesitation. If things continue like this, Sudo should gain a lot of goodwill from the students of Class D by the end of this Sports Festival.

"If he doesn't 'do that,' then even a compliment wouldn't hurt."

As if to verify Horikita's words, Sudo became agitated and began to physically discipline the unruly Ike and Yamauchi.

Horikita sighed upon seeing the scene, then left to do his warm-up exercises.

It seems this guy doesn't understand the difference between himself and others. To put it bluntly, he lacks self-awareness and thinks that if he can do it, others can too.