I Got Bad News as Soon as I Returned to School!

After handing the book to the librarian and deleting the borrowing record, Shuichi walked towards the office building he had visited before.

Just as Horikita Manabu, the library wasn't far away, so it only took Shuichi Kanda a few minutes to get to the door.

The door was ajar, and after Hideaki knocked, Horikita Manabu's voice came from inside.

"President Horikita is really fast! She was just at the teaching building a moment ago, and now she's already here."

After pushing the door open, only Horikita Manabu and Akane Tachibana were inside, and the place looked like a temporary office.

Horikita Manabu didn't know how to respond to Shuichi Kanda's words, because he had simply finished his business at a normal pace and then returned at a normal pace.

"Come and sit down."

Horikita Manabu pointed to the nearest seat to him and invited Shuichi Kanda.

Shuichi Kanda didn't stand on ceremony and sat down diagonally opposite Horikita Manabu, thanking him for the Uninhabited Island.

If Horikita Manabu hadn't deliberately shown favoritism, the decision to have multiple leaders would most likely not have been passed. He was able to have so much fun thanks to this siscon in front of him.

That's right, he didn't think the other party voted for him because of him; it was definitely because Horikita Suzune was also in Class D, so they were slightly biased towards him.

"Thank you so much, President Horikita, for the Uninhabited Island Exam."

"I just made what I thought was the right choice, you don't need to thank me." Horikita Manabu did not acknowledge his role in the matter.

Seeing this, Shuichi Kanda stopped bringing it up. They were both Akito; enough was enough. Explaining things too clearly would be pointless.

"The Student Council has received the results for these two tests."

Horikita Manabu's words greatly surprised Shuichi Kanda.

"Hmm? The VIP Exam only ended last night, and the Student Council already has the results today? They seem to have some kind of supernatural power."

"Although we know the results, the school won't let us know the details, including the level of individual activity."

Shuichi Kanda was somewhat speechless. "Isn't what you're saying a bit strange? Just now, Sekishiko said I didn't seem like a bright person who had gained a lot of points in my first year, so how come you're saying you don't know the specific results?"

Horikita Manabu naturally understood Shuichi Kanda's meaning, so he continued to explain.

"A first-year student named Ichinose has joined the Student Council."

"Uh, I see." Shuichi Kanda nodded. "Speaking of which, only Ichinose joined the Student Council this year among the first-year students."

But Ichinose isn't the type to gossip everywhere as soon as she gets back, so is this also the Student Council President's right? That's amazing.

Are you familiar with Ichinose?

Horikita Manabu's words surprised Shuichi Kanda slightly. Why did it involve Ichinose? But he nodded nonetheless.

"I guess so. I didn't actually know many people in my first year. Ichinose is one of Ichinose. Why?"

Since the other party brought up Ichinose, they must be trying to use it as Ichinose starting point for the conversation. Rather than being ungrateful, it's better to just go along with what they're saying.

That's part of the charm of language.

"If you two have a good relationship, I hope you can warn her to stay away from Nagumo, because it could be dangerous."

"Nagumo, is that the guy who ruled the entire second year with terror?" Shuichi Kanda chuckled, a mocking smile on his face. "That guy really knows how to make a fool of himself."

At this moment, Shuichi Kanda realized that Horikita Manabu had probably asked him to look after his younger sister Horikita Suzune.

And he also made sure to keep an eye on Horikita Suzune and prevent her from getting too close to Nagumo.

You even deliberately brought up Ichinose, President Horikita. Don't you think that's a bit awkward? You're just like Horikita Suzune in that respect.

Shuichi Kanda didn't know much about Nagumo; he had only heard some stories about him from Hashikura- senpai.

For example, when second-grade students receive their scores, they must hand over 75% of them; and for each exam, a script is prepared, and each class performs according to the script.

On this point, Shuichi Kanda can say is that this year's second-year students are truly rubbish.

"Don't underestimate him. If nothing unexpected happens, he will be the next Student Council President after I leave the Student Council."

Shuichi Kanda felt there was no way to explain this to him, so he simply shrugged and remained silent.

Seeing Shuichi Kanda's nonchalant attitude, Horikita Manabu sighed inwardly, but still decided to offer Shuichi Kanda some assistance.

"Although I asked you before, would you like to join the Student Council?"

Horikita Manabu's words made the Sekishiko's eyes widen, her face showing great unease. It seemed that Horikita Manabu had said something terrible again.

"It's been a whole semester, and the Student Council still hasn't filled all the vacant positions?"

Shuichi Kanda was speechless. "I know you're trying to increase my available resources, but I really think it's unnecessary."

"President? Didn't the Student Council just admit one first-year girl last time? Didn't it end like that? We've also hired second-year students, and all the positions are full!"

There should still be one vacancy.

"There's another one? President, you can't be talking about...?"

"Kanda, if you wish, I can use my authority to appoint you as vice president."

"President, are you serious? You actually made this guy the vice president?"

The Sekishiko, who had been standing behind Horikita Manabu, was startled and took a step back, then looked at Shuichi Kanda with a strange expression.

"This is unheard of! A first-year student... and in Class D at that... suddenly wants to be the vice president!"

Hey, hey, hey, you've gone too far, Sekishiko!

I still prefer your quiet, reserved self. I hope you recover soon!

"Personally, I don't really like things that sound like they involve a lot of work," Shuichi Kanda helpless expression. "Besides, is that Nagumo really that difficult to deal with?"

"Although I'm very reluctant to admit it, once he takes the position of Student Council President, the school will likely undergo significant changes, and in a direction I don't want to see."

To deal with that terrible situation, I must now create a force that can counter it. It may be a little late, but it's better than doing nothing.

Horikita Manabu's words were filled with suspicion towards Nagumo.

Despite their differing philosophies, did they still acknowledge each other's abilities? Shuichi Kanda began to understand Horikita Manabu's meaning.

Chapter 144 I received bad news as soon as I got back to school!

Horikita Manabu's words helped Shuichi Kanda quickly understand the situation, but he still found it troublesome.

"Then why don't you just use the president's authority to expel him from the Student Council?" Shuichi Kanda shrugged.

"The president's authority is not omnipotent. Unless the other party makes an obvious mistake, even I am powerless."

I see. So, the Student Council President isn't omnipotent after all.

Wait, so that means if I take over as the Vice President of the Student Council, that guy won't be able to easily expel me?

But it doesn't seem to make any sense.

"But I have no experience as a Student Council member, and I am physically weak, so I am afraid I cannot handle the work of the Student Council."

"It's alright, the Vice President of the Student Council can hire two people as assistants."

Okay, so you're waiting for me here, huh?

So you've finally shown your true colors, haven't you?

So you want to get Horikita Suzune into the Student Council through me, right?

Why didn't you say so earlier? What an inconsiderate man!

"Before that, could you tell me some information about Nagumo?"

"No problem," Horikita Manabu readily agreed.

Then he received bad news...

Among the second-year girls, almost all of them were very close to Nagumo, and some had even entrusted their future to Nagumo.

Upon hearing this news, Shuichi Kanda couldn't help but rub his forehead, feeling a headache coming on. Damn it, what I feared most had come to pass!

Has Hashikura Huan been contaminated too?

Doesn't that Akito that guy's relationship is doomed to fail?

No, I need to find some time to talk to Akito about this. This is no small matter.

Shuichi Kanda didn't care whether Miyake or Hashikura could be together; after all, it was their business, and it was none of his concern.

However, if this matter hurts my good friend Akito, then I must teach that guy named Nagumo what he can and cannot do.

Therefore, I'll just take the position of Vice President of the Student Council for now; I can always resign later if necessary.

"I understand. I'll take over as the Vice President of the Student Council, but I probably won't be able to help with the day-to-day work."

Shuichi Kanda and agreed to Horikita Manabu's request.

"It's alright, you just need to be able to keep Nagumo in check at crucial moments. As for the Student Council, I'll handle things for now. After I leave office, you can recruit two new assistants."

Horikita Manabu readily agreed to Shuichi Kanda's request, then produced a club application from somewhere and handed it over along with a pen.

"Theoretically, this school doesn't allow students to participate in both the Student Council and other clubs at the same time. I'll talk to Sato about the Archery Club."

When Shuichi Kanda received his membership application, Horikita Manabu proactively addressed any concerns he might have.

With a sigh, Shuichi Kanda wrote down his intention to join the membership application form and then wrote his name.

Horikita Manabu nodded after glancing at the membership application form handed to him by Shuichi Kanda.

"The news that you've become the Vice President of the Student Council can't be hidden for long, even if you try. It will definitely be exposed before the election."

"It's alright." Shuichi Kanda nodded. "If there's nothing else, I'll take my leave."

Horikita Manabu nodded.

Shuichi Kanda up and walked towards the door. Just as he opened the door and was about to leave, he stopped.

"Senior Tachibana is the Student Council secretary, right?"

Do you have any opinions?

"No, I just want to hear you call me Vice President Kanda."

"Varied..."

Before Akane Tachibana could explode, Shuichi Kanda slipped away and closed the door.

Inside the office, Horikita Manabu remained calm, while Akane Tachibana was furious.

"President, this guy is even less rude than Nagumo! He might get even worse in Nagumo future!"

"Ju, he was just joking with you, don't take it to heart."

After leaving the room, Shuichi Kanda also felt a slight headache.

How should I put this?

Although Miyake didn't say it, he definitely had feelings for Hashikura- senpai, something Shuichi Kanda could tell, he just didn't realize it himself.

Should he just tell him that Senior Hashikura Huan might be a slut?

No, no, I might get beaten up by Akito can't accept it right away. When Takumi found out Natsuki was being kept, he still got into a fight with his friends.

To be more tactful?

However, if you try to be tactful, that guy might not understand what you mean at all.

How about we start with Senior Hashikura Huan?

No, Shuichi Kanda really didn't want to have anything to do with that guy.

Forget it, I should find some time to confirm Akito's feelings. If he doesn't have those kinds of feelings, wouldn't I be acting like an idiot worrying so much?

It's almost lunchtime. Akito said he'd be reporting to the Archery Club this afternoon, so I'll go too, and say goodbye to Sato- senpai.

Although President Horikita said he would speak to Sato- senpai on my behalf, it would be too impolite of me not to go in person.

Sato- senpai provided Shuichi Kanda with a lot of help during the initial period after the start of the school year.

Because it's summer vacation, the school cafeteria is closed except for the free Wild Vegetable Set Meal window. If you want to eat, you'll have to go to the Keyaki Mall.

However, Shuichi Kanda wasn't hungry yet, so he decided to go back to his dorm to change his clothes first.

It's so hot; he doesn't want to wander around in his uniform. Even though it's a summer uniform, it's still very hot because of the material.

Then, just as he stepped out of the elevator, he ran into Kushida, a classmate.

"Ah, you're back."