Shuichi Kanda's Terms

"What should we do about the Commander?"

"Should we appoint Sakayanagi as the candidate?"

"But Sakayanagi has no Protection Point. If she gets ganged up on by the other three classes and loses the match, Sakayanagi could be expelled."

"What should we do? Kamuro has been suspended for two days, and the Commander is to be chosen today."

That's right, Kamuro didn't come to school today because, following Shuichi Kanda's instructions, she confessed to Mashima yesterday that she had stolen from the school supermarket.

This behavior, which clearly violated school regulations, was judged without even a reason for being tried by the Student Council.

Because Kamuro turned himself in and the amount involved was very small, his Class Points for Class A were not deducted. Instead, he was suspended from Kamuro for two days and asked to write a letter of repentance.

However, this also plunged Class A into chaos.

It's obvious who the Commander of the other classes is.

Ichinose Honami from Class B, Shuichi Kanda from Class C, and Ryuen Kakeru from Class D.

The students in Kamuro Class A all knew what level Kamuro was at. Although he was also an excellent student assigned to Class A, he was no match for the three people mentioned above.

This exam happened to be one that required adjustments based on the specific circumstances at the time, so the role of the Commander was undeniable. Therefore, even if Sakayanagi had prepared a plan in advance, it might not have been successful.

Because the situation will definitely change rapidly, and the Commander will be unable to contact the outside world, the students of Class A do not believe that Kamuro can withstand such an intense exam.

If Sakayanagi were to step in, she, as the only student without any Protection Point, would likely become the immediate target of the other three classes.

If they can get Sakayanagi expelled through this exam, the other three classes definitely won't hold back, since this isn't the first time they've teamed up against Class A.

To be honest, Sakayanagi was also a bit of a headache. If she had known that the exam would be like this, she would have definitely tried to get the Protection Point.

Furthermore, Kamuro today caught her off guard. What exactly happened?

"Please calm down. I'll talk to Masumi at noon to find out more about the situation. We'll decide on the Commander after we've discussed it."

With no other option, Sakayanagi had to step in and appease the students in Class A.

At noon, during the lunch break, almost all the students in Class C gathered in the classroom.

The students who didn't bring their own lunch went out to buy things, but are expected to gather again soon.

However, when the students returned to the classroom, they found that two people were missing, one of whom was a man whom no one could interfere with, Rokusuke Koenji.

The other one is someone that many people didn't expect— Shuichi Kanda.

As a key figure in this exam, the Commander of Class C surprisingly missed Class C's first discussion meeting.

With Shuichi Kanda absent, many students in the class inevitably felt somewhat shaken.

"Kanda has something to do at noon, so I'll be explaining the rules of this exam to everyone today. These are the instructions about the exam items that I got from the teacher; I've already copied them."

Now distribute these to everyone. Please take advantage of the lunch break to carefully read these instructions. We can discuss the specifics after school. If you have any questions, feel free to ask me.

From Horikita's words, it's clear that she has completely grasped the rules of this exam.

And what was Shuichi Kanda doing?

He was eating lunch prepared by the Kamuro in Kamuro room.

As for why we came here, it all started this morning.

Because Class A was in trouble from the start, Sakayanagi sent a message to Kamuro during the break between classes.

I'll come to your room around noon; I need to discuss the next exam with you.

Kamuro Sakayanagi Kamuro. After a moment's thought, he forwarded the message to Shuichi Kanda.

She soon received Shuichi Kanda.

[I promised her. Also, I'll come to your place for lunch.]

Seeing Shuichi Kanda's reply, Kamuro's mood improved. He then took out his phone to reply to Sakayanagi, changed his clothes, and went out to buy groceries.

As soon as school let out at noon, Shuichi Kanda rushed to Kamuro's room, and the two sat at the dining table, eating lunch while waiting for Sakayanagi to arrive.

After all, the person in question is in poor health, so it's understandable that they should wait a little longer.

"Knock knock knock!"

After the knocking, Kamuro stood up. "I'll go open the door."

Shuichi Kanda nodded and continued eating his lunch. He had no doubt that the person outside the door was Sakayanagi Arisu.

"Good afternoon, Masumi- kun, you..."

Just as Sakayanagi was about to say something, Kamuro opened the door.

"Come in, Shuichi is waiting for you."

Upon hearing Kamuro's words, Sakayanagi's smile froze. Shuichi Kanda was waiting for me? Why?

Could it be that...?

Sakayanagi wasn't stupid. Considering Kamuro's behavior all along and her sudden suspension today, she had a bad feeling.

But Kamuro didn't care what she was thinking. She turned around and went back to her room; she still had dinner with Shuichi Kanda.

Taking a deep breath, Sakayanagi entered Kamuro's room.

This wasn't her first time in Kamuro's room, but it was the first time she'd met anyone other than Kamuro himself, and this person just happened to be someone Sakayanagi didn't really want to see.

Shuichi Kanda, the guy who had repeatedly humiliated her, was now sitting intimately with Kamuro, having a meal together. Didn't that say something was going on?

"So you've betrayed me, Masumi -kun?"

Upon hearing Sakayanagi's words, Shuichi Kanda put down his chopsticks and then laughed.

"Masumi has never been loyal to you, so how can you call it betrayal?"

Shuichi Kanda's words made Sakayanagi's pupils shrink. Did that mean... his premonition had come true?

"So, you're saying you've been conspiring to lie to me since the start of the school year?"

Sakayanagi's face turned pale. She remembered the time she discovered Kamuro stealing. At the time, she didn't care and even said that her behavior had been discovered by a student from Class D.

To protect Class A's interests, she made a deal with Shuichi Kanda. To prevent him from telling anyone, Sakayanagi even paid the price of 2 million Private Points, which she had earned from betting among the upperclassmen.

So now you're telling me you weren't loyal to me from the beginning? You were on her side from the start?

Sakayanagi's expression was as if he had been thoroughly humiliated.

Being deceived for a year by the person you trust most—no one could bear that!

"But you've done a lot for me this year too..."

Sakayanagi couldn't help but look at Kamuro and say this.

Kamuro paused for a moment after hearing Sakayanagi's words, then nodded.

"Indeed, I have done my best to complete everything you asked me to do this past year, and even the information you asked me to gather about Shuichi is true. Because how else could I have deceived you?"

So it was all a lie to deceive me? What good would that do you?

Sakayanagi stared blankly. She had always been the one manipulating others, but now she was the one being manipulated.

"Aren't you afraid I'll tell the school about what you did? I have evidence."

"Whatever. Anyway, I already confessed to Ms. Mashima yesterday. Otherwise, why do you think I didn't go to school today?"

Although she had guessed it, Sakayanagi still felt very helpless when Kamuro said it so casually.

"I've been completely fooled." Sakayanagi's face showed a look of utter despair. "But why did you betray us at this time? Was it for this exam?"

Sakayanagi felt somewhat puzzled. This exam would at most cost Class A two hundred Class Points, but as long as they knew Kamuro was the traitor, it would be worth it for the students of Class A.

Because if Special Exam, like the previous Class Vote, were to be held Kamuro could be easily eliminated.

"I guess so, but I'm a little worried about letting Masumi stay in Class A."

Hearing Shuichi Kanda's words, Kamuro felt very happy, but she didn't say anything and just ate her meal in silence.

"Furthermore, I'm also very curious to know what you'll choose to do now that Masumi is an undercover agent in Class A. Will you simply admit defeat in this exam, or will you grit your teeth and take on the role of Commander?"

At this point, Shuichi Kanda's face showed a curious expression. "Sakayanagi, what would you do?"

Should Masumi be appointed as the Commander to protect the students in her class, or should someone be chosen from Class A to take on the Commander?

If Kamuro were to become the Commander of Class A would undoubtedly lose, but this would prevent the students of Class A from risking expulsion.

However, even if we choose someone from the remaining students in Class A to serve as the Commander... victory cannot be guaranteed, and losing would mean expulsion.

In addition, the students in Class A were basically terrified of Shuichi Kanda, and now they felt uncomfortable Shuichi Kanda was mentioned.

In this situation, Shuichi Kanda judged that none of them were willing to step forward as Commander, or perhaps, Sakayanagi, you were planning to step forward yourself?

In fact, Shuichi Kanda could also have Kamuro directly use his 20 million points to transfer classes.

In that case, Class A will inevitably face the awkward situation of having no one to take over Commander, and the school will then appoint a student to become Commander.

Class A will definitely be devastated then, and to be honest, Shuichi Kanda also wants to see that happen.

However, the specifics of what to do depend on Sakayanagi's response. If she can provide an answer that satisfies Shuichi Kanda, then Shuichi Kanda wouldn't mind having Kamuro take the fall for them.

Anyway, Kamuro will be in the same class as me, right under my nose, so Kamuro won't be expelled. The Protection Point will be useless then.

If we could use these Protection Point to exchange for Class C taking 200 Class Points from Class A, that would be ideal.

However, which decision Shuichi Kanda will make ultimately depends on Sakayanagi's response.

Looking at the silent Sakayanagi, Shuichi Kanda showed a curious expression, while Kamuro was also very interested in the answer, looking at Sakayanagi with sparkling eyes.

To be honest, it's impossible for Kamuro not to have any complaints after being bossed Kamuro by Sakayanagi for a year. Seeing Sakayanagi get the short end of the stick, she felt very satisfied.

"You've really given me a tough challenge, Kanda- kun," Sakayanagi sighed.

To be honest, she didn't know what to do. She didn't care about the students in Class A at all, but if she were to lose another classmate right after losing one, her position of dominance would become very unstable.

She might not even get the chance to fight Ayanokoji anymore, which was something she didn't want to see.

"So? Have you made up your mind?" Shuichi Kanda smile.

"Of course not," Sakayanagi answered without hesitation. "This matter has too far-reaching implications; I can't make a decision on my own. I need to discuss it with the students in Class A."

"Of course, but don't forget, the Commander must be elected today. I hope you can give me an answer before school ends."

Shuichi Kanda was not in a hurry, nor was he afraid of Sakayanagi playing tricks.

"Oh, and by the way, don't even think about getting the school to designate Masumi as their Commander. If you dare to do that, I'll transfer Masumi to Class C today."

"You actually have 20 million Private Points?"

Sakayanagi was stunned; this was something she hadn't expected.

"Where do you think the 20 million Private Points that Class D obtained from the VIP Exam went?" Shuichi Kanda asked meaningfully.

Sakayanagi glanced at Kamuro beside him.

Is there even a need to say it?

It's definitely in Kamuro Masumi's hands!

Now that things have come to this, Sakayanagi has no other options but to discuss with his classmates whether anyone is willing to step forward as a brave warrior.

Otherwise, the only option is to pay the price, turn Kamuro into the Commander, and give Class C 200 Class Points.

The more she thought about it, the worse it seemed. Sakayanagi left Kamuro's room with this unpleasant feeling.

Chapter 262 Shuichi Kanda's Conditions

After Sakayanagi left, Kamuro looked at Shuichi Kanda.

"Shuichi, what choice do you think Sakayanagi will make?"

"This is no longer just about her; whichever path she chooses, it will affect Class A as a whole."

This exam is not a competition between two classes, but a battle between four classes. If Sakayanagi chooses someone other than Kamuro as the Commander, then there is no need for Shuichi Kanda to say anything. Ichinose and Ryuen will definitely stand on his side and send Class A away first.

In order to protect their own class, expelling students from other classes is absolutely commonplace at this school, so even the saintly Ichinose would never show mercy.

After all, this was a flaw you yourself created, and when other classes make similar mistakes, I'm sure Class A won't hold back either.

Therefore, Sakayanagi's choice of this path is equivalent to directly challenging three classes, with absolutely no chance of survival. The result is that not only will they lose Class Points, but one student will also be expelled.

If Kamuro is chosen as the Commander, it means that Class A has directly conceded defeat. Kamuro will not allow Class A to win, and before that, Shuichi Kanda will propose corresponding conditions.

After all, Kamuro took the fall for you; how could they expect to get away with it without paying a price?

However, there is one possibility that even Shuichi Kanda cannot solve: someone in Class A might volunteer to take on the role of Commander, and this person cannot be too weak.