Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ichinose's classmates are aware of the rumors about her, causing tension and awkwardness.
• Shuichi Kanda admits to spreading rumors about himself to divert attention from Ichinose.
• Nagumo, the Student Council President, intervenes and issues a policy against spreading rumors without evidence.
• Shuichi Kanda plans to wait for Sakayanagi's next move to exploit an opening.

Character Developments

• Ichinose: Stands up for herself and decides to fight back against the rumors.
• Shiina: Shows concern for Ichinose and offers to help.
• Shuichi Kanda: Uses his influence to protect Ichinose and plans to counter Sakayanagi's moves.
• Horikita: Realizes the alliance between Class B and C has dissolved and considers Class C's interests.

Significant Themes

• The power of rumors and their impact on individuals.
• The struggle between allies and personal interests.
• The importance of standing up for oneself and fighting back against injustice.

Character Interactions

• Ichinose and Shiina: Shiina offers support to Ichinose, showing their growing friendship despite being rivals.
• Shuichi Kanda and Horikita: Kanda teases Horikita and asks her to keep an eye on Yamauchi, showing their complex relationship.
• Shuichi Kanda and Ichinose: Kanda stays by Ichinose's side to care for her, showing his growing feelings for her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ichinose and Shuichi Kanda confess their feelings to each other and share an intimate moment.
• On Valentine's Day, Ichinose gives Shuichi Kanda homemade chocolate, and they display affection in public.
• Shuichi Kanda receives chocolate from an unknown girl, Kiyota, but she withdraws it after seeing Ichinose's reaction.
• In Class C, boys discuss who received chocolate, and Ayanokoji reveals he's never received any. They ask about Shuichi Kanda's situation.

Character Developments

• Ichinose: Confesses her feelings to Shuichi Kanda, showing initiative and affection.
• Shuichi Kanda: Reciprocates Ichinose's feelings, shows consideration for her health, and accepts chocolate from her.
• Ayanokoji: Feels resentment and jealousy towards Shuichi Kanda and Ichinose's relationship, and reveals his lack of romantic experience.

Significant Themes

• Relationships and Affection: The chapter focuses on the developing relationship between Ichinose and Shuichi Kanda, as well as the jealousy and envy it stirs in others.
• Valentine's Day: The holiday serves as a catalyst for romantic interactions and the exchange of chocolates.

Character Interactions

• Ichinose and Shuichi Kanda: They confess their feelings, share intimate moments, and display affection in public.
• Ayanokoji and Shuichi Kanda: Ayanokoji feels resentment and jealousy towards Shuichi Kanda's relationship with Ichinose.
• Class C Boys: They discuss who received chocolate, revealing insecurities and envy.

Key Plot Points and Events

• On Valentine's Day, Shuichi Kanda receives chocolates from his classmates, unlike the overwhelming number Hirata received.
• Akane Tachibana, a third-year Class A student, gives Kanda a chocolate, expressing her confidence in Horikita's leadership.
• Ichinose announces on the School Forum that she will explain the rumors about her after school, inviting Sakayanagi to attend.
• After school, Ichinose confesses to stealing something in her past, causing a stir among the students.

Character Developments

• Shuichi Kanda: He shows understanding and support for Ichinose's decision to reveal her past. He also demonstrates his wit and quick thinking when challenging Sakayanagi's logic.
• Ichinose Honami: She finally decides to reveal her past crime to her classmates, showing courage and honesty. Her actions strengthen her resolve and gain the support of her classmates.
• Sakayanagi: She continues her manipulative tactics, trying to discredit Ichinose and gain an advantage. However, her actions backfire due to Kanda's intervention.

Significant Themes

• Honesty and Trust: Ichinose's decision to reveal her past reflects the theme of honesty and its importance in building trust among her classmates.
• Redemption: The chapter explores the idea of redemption, as Ichinose seeks to make amends for her past actions and regain her classmates' trust.
• Manipulation vs. Honesty: The contrast between Sakayanagi's manipulative tactics and Ichinose's honesty highlights the theme of the consequences of dishonesty versus the power of truth.

Character Interactions

• Shuichi Kanda and Akane Tachibana: They have a friendly exchange, with Tachibana showing concern for Kanda's well-being and expressing her confidence in Horikita's leadership.
• Shuichi Kanda and Horikita Suzune: They have a brief conversation about Kanda's mood and the upcoming event involving Ichinose and Sakayanagi.
• Ichinose Honami and her classmates: Ichinose's confession leads to a emotional interaction with her classmates, who initially express shock but ultimately support her decision.
• Ichinose Honami and Sakayanagi: Their interaction is tense, with Sakayanagi trying to discredit Ichinose and Ichinose standing her ground, revealing her past actions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ichinose decides to continue leading Class B, despite Sakayanagi's revelations about her past.
• Shuichi Kanda reveals that the school has banned spreading rumors about Ichinose.
• Shuichi Kanda plans to prevent Sakayanagi from getting the Protection Point by targeting her classmate, Kamuro Masumi.
• Shuichi Kanda secretly meets with Hiyori Shiina from Class D to discuss an alliance.

Character Developments

• Ichinose shows resilience and determination in the face of adversity.
• Shuichi Kanda demonstrates his strategic thinking and manipulative skills.
• Hiyori Shiina shows willingness to cooperate with Shuichi Kanda for her class's benefit.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of one's past actions and the struggle to move forward.
• Manipulation and strategic planning in competition.
• Alliances and cooperation for mutual benefit.

Character Interactions

• Ichinose and Sakayanagi's tense standoff.
• Shuichi Kanda and Horikita Suzune's strategic discussion.
• Kei Karuizawa's unexpected insightfulness and ambition.
• Shuichi Kanda and Hiyori Shiina's secret meeting, hinting at a potential alliance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shuichi Kanda asks Hiyori Shiina out to discuss Class D's external Appreciation Vote.
• Hiyori reveals she wants to prevent Ryuen's expulsion and asks Kanda for help.
• Kanda refuses, but Hiyori reveals she knows about his three relationships and wants to meet them all together.
• Kanda refuses, and Hiyori suggests dating him to satisfy her curiosity.
• In Class C, Yamauchi tries to convince his classmates to vote for him, but they refuse. He then reveals that Kushida had asked them to vote for Ayanokoji.

Character Developments

• Hiyori Shiina shows determination in preventing Ryuen's expulsion and curiosity about Kanda's relationships.
• Kanda maintains his composure and refuses Hiyori's requests, showing he values his relationships with the three girls.
• Yamauchi shows desperation and tries to use Kushida's influence to convince his classmates to vote for him.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and alliances within the classes.
• The consequences of revealing secrets and the importance of trust in relationships.
• The manipulation of votes and influence in the exam.

Character Interactions

• Kanda and Hiyori's conversation reveals their differing priorities and Hiyori's curiosity about Kanda's relationships.
• Yamauchi's interaction with his classmates shows his desperation and the lack of support for him in Class C.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kushida reveals she accepted Yamauchi's request for help, leading to the current situation.
• Yamauchi admits to betraying his classmates and reveals that Ike was the mastermind behind the pool peeping incident.
• Class C erupts in chaos upon learning about the incident, with girls expressing disgust and boys voicing indignation.
• Chabashira Sae confirms the incident and warns about its consequences, including potential expulsion for Ike and significant Class Points loss for Class C.
• Shuichi Kanda leaves the classroom, encouraging the class to decide between expelling Ike or Yamauchi.

Character Developments

• Kushida: Admits her role in mediating between Yamauchi and Ayanokoji, expressing regret for not understanding the seriousness of the situation.
• Yamauchi: Shows remorse for his actions but struggles to accept responsibility, ultimately leading to his expulsion.
• Ike: Initially tries to deny his involvement but eventually admits to being the mastermind behind the pool peeping incident, facing potential expulsion.
• Shuichi Kanda: Acts as a catalyst for the class's decision, encouraging them to choose between expelling Ike or Yamauchi.

Significant Themes

• Betrayal and its consequences
• The importance of trust and honesty within a group
• The struggle between self-preservation and taking responsibility for one's actions

Character Interactions

• Kushida and Yamauchi: Kushida expresses regret for helping Yamauchi, while Yamauchi feels isolated and criticized by his classmates.
• Ike and Class C: Ike's revelation about the pool peeping incident causes disgust and indignation among his classmates.
• Shuichi Kanda and Chabashira Sae: Kanda and Sae have a private conversation about the incident's consequences, with Sae expressing her desire to expel both Yamauchi and Ike.
• Shuichi Kanda and Hasebe Haruka: Haruka and her group catch up to Kanda after he leaves the classroom, likely to discuss the situation further.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter focuses on the aftermath of the Special Exam and the upcoming Class Vote to expel three students from Class C.
• Yamauchi is confident he won't be expelled, believing Sakayanagi from Class A will give him an Appreciation Vote.
• Hirata Yosuke is absent and has already submitted his vote.

Character Developments

• Yamauchi is smug and arrogant, confident in his deal with Sakayanagi.
• Shuichi Kanda warns Yamauchi about his future isolation in the school.
• Hirata Yosuke decides not to participate in the Class Vote, leaving his fate to the class.

Significant Themes

• Betrayal and its consequences (Yamauchi's actions and potential isolation).
• The power dynamics between classes and students (Shuichi Kanda's influence and Yamauchi's deal with Sakayanagi).
• The importance of reputation and social standing (Hirata Yosuke's decision to distance himself from the situation).

Character Interactions

• Shuichi Kanda interacts with Yamauchi, warning him about his future.
• Matsushita, a previously quiet classmate, approaches Shuichi Kanda to discuss Yamauchi's expulsion.
• Chabashira-sensei oversees the Class Vote process.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shuichi Kanda enters the classroom and votes for Kushida, Akito, Kei, Yamauchi, Ike, and Sotomura, and gives an Appreciation Vote to Kamuro from Class D.
• The votes are tallied in real-time, and Teacher Chabashira announces the results.
• Hirata Yosuke gets third place in Appreciation Votes, Kushida Kikyo second, and Shuichi Kanda first.
• Hideo Sotomura gets third from last in Criticism Votes, Ike Kanji second, and Yamauchi Haruki last, leading to his expulsion.
• Yamauchi protests and attacks Koenji, who defends himself and throws Yamauchi out of the classroom.
• After Yamauchi's expulsion, Shuichi Kanda reassures the class and promises to lead them to Class A.

Character Developments

• Shuichi Kanda shows his strategic mind and leadership by orchestrating votes and reassuring the class.
• Yamauchi Haruki's true colors are revealed as he reacts to his expulsion with anger and violence.
• Koenji shows a rare display of emotion and physical prowess in defending himself against Yamauchi's attack.
• Kamuro Masumi is surprised to receive the Protection Point from Shuichi Kanda's plan.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of one's actions and the class's collective decision-making.
• Leadership, strategy, and manipulation, as shown by Shuichi Kanda.
• The dynamics of class politics and alliances.

Character Interactions

• Shuichi Kanda interacts with the class, reassuring them and promising to lead them to Class A.
• Yamauchi Haruki interacts with the class, showing his anger and desperation as he protests his expulsion.
• Koenji interacts with Yamauchi, defending himself and throwing Yamauchi out of the classroom.
• Kamuro Masumi interacts with Sakayanagi, showing surprise at receiving the Protection Point.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Special Favor Exam results are announced: Yahiko Totsuka (Class A), Haruki Yamauchi (Class C), and Yuya Tokito (Class D) are expelled.
• Masumi Kamuro (Class A), Honami Ichinose (Class B), Shuichi Kanda (Class C), and Kakeru Ryuen (Class D) receive the Protection Point.
• Shuichi Kanda reveals his plan to use Kamuro's Protection Point to manipulate Class A in the next exam.

Character Developments

• Kakeru Ryuen regains his position as the leader of Class D after the exam.
• Shuichi Kanda continues to manipulate the other classes for his benefit.
• Masumi Kamuro agrees to confess to stealing to the school to help Kanda's plan.
• Hirata Yosuke proposes to start saving Private Points to prevent future expulsions.

Significant Themes

• Manipulation and power dynamics among classes and students.
• The consequences of betrayal and expulsion, as seen through Yamauchi's fate.
• The importance of unity and preparation for future challenges.

Character Interactions

• Shuichi Kanda interacts with Kakeru Ryuen, Masumi Kamuro, Honami Ichinose, and Kushida Kikyo to discuss their plans.
• Hirata Yosuke and the Class C students discuss saving Private Points to prevent future expulsions.
• Kakeru Ryuen interacts with Tokito and Kaneda regarding his leadership and the class's future.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• The class decides to pool their Private Points for the final exam.
• Yamauchi is expelled, and the class is warned about the severity of the exams.
• Chabashira-sensei announces the Selection Exam, where each class must choose five events to compete in against the other classes.
• The exam will be held in three phases over three weeks, with the final exam day on March 22nd.

Character Developments

• Hirata shows leadership by proposing to pool points and advocating for Ike, Sotomura, and Ayanokoji.
• Shuichi Kanda displays confidence and reassures the class about expulsion.
• Ike shows determination to contribute to the class after his past mistakes.
• Chabashira-sensei shows unusual leniency by allowing questions during her explanation.

Significant Themes

• Cooperation and unity within the class.
• The consequences of failure and expulsion.
• The importance of preparation and strategy for the exam.

Character Interactions

• Hirata and Shuichi Kanda work together to decide the class's strategy for the exam.
• Ike seeks redemption and shows determination to contribute to the class.
• Chabashira-sensei interacts with the class more leniently than usual, allowing questions and providing clear explanations.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Special Exam's rules are revealed: a Commander is required, and the exam involves selecting events from each class, with the first class to suffer four defeats being eliminated.
• Each event adds or subtracts 50 Class Points, transferred from the opponent's class.
• The class that remains until the end receives a reward of 100 Class Points.

Character Developments

• Shuichi Kanda volunteers to be Class C's Commander.
• Ayanokoji is suspected of betraying Class A, but he maintains his innocence.
• Horikita and Hirata defend Ayanokoji, and Shuichi Kanda supports him as well.

Significant Themes

• Trust and suspicion within the class.
• The importance of strategy and preparation for the Special Exam.
• The consequences of underestimating opponents.

Character Interactions

• Shuichi Kanda and Ayanokoji have a tense interaction, with Kanda using Ayanokoji's situation to motivate him for the exam.
• Horikita and Hirata stand up for Ayanokoji, showing their support for him.
• The class discusses and speculates about Ayanokoji's potential betrayal.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kamuro's suspension for shoplifting leaves Class A without a Commander for the upcoming exam.
• Sakayanagi is hesitant to take the role due to her lack of Protection Points.
• Shuichi Kanda visits Kamuro during lunch, revealing he knows about her betrayal of Sakayanagi.
• Sakayanagi visits Kamuro's room and is confronted by Kanda, who presents her with two options: let Kamuro be the Commander and lose 200 Class Points, or choose someone else and risk expulsion.

Character Developments

• Kamuro's betrayal of Sakayanagi is revealed, driven by her discomfort with Sakayanagi's leadership and her desire to join Class C.
• Sakayanagi is shown to be vulnerable and at a loss when faced with a difficult decision, unlike her usual calculating self.
• Shuichi Kanda is confident and manipulative, enjoying the situation and waiting for Sakayanagi's response.

Significant Themes

• Betrayal and trust: Kamuro's betrayal of Sakayanagi highlights the theme of trust and its fragility, especially in a competitive environment like the school.
• Leadership and decision-making: Sakayanagi's struggle to make a decision showcases the pressure and responsibility of leadership, while Kanda's manipulation demonstrates the consequences of poor decision-making.

Character Interactions

• Kamuro and Shuichi Kanda: Their interaction reveals their alliance and shared disdain for Sakayanagi's leadership.
• Sakayanagi and Kamuro: Their interaction shows the tension between them, with Sakayanagi feeling betrayed and Kamuro unapologetic.
• Sakayanagi and Shuichi Kanda: Their interaction highlights Kanda's manipulation and Sakayanagi's vulnerability, with Kanda presenting her with an impossible choice.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shuichi Kanda and Sakayanagi Arisu both consider strategies for the upcoming exam.
• Sakayanagi reveals Kamuro's betrayal to Class A.
• Class A discusses their options for the Commander position.
• Shuichi Kanda meets with Class A to discuss his terms for Kamuro being their Commander.

Character Developments

• Shuichi Kanda: Confident in his plans, willing to negotiate with Class A.
• Sakayanagi Arisu: Realizes the severity of the situation, considers different paths for Class A.
• Katsuragi Kohei: Shows understanding of the exam's complexity and the risks involved in being Commander.
• Kamuro: Betrays Class A, becomes a bargaining chip between Kanda and Sakayanagi.

Significant Themes

• Betrayal and its consequences (Kamuro's betrayal of Class A).
• The importance of strategic thinking and adaptability (Shuichi Kanda, Sakayanagi Arisu).
• The power dynamics between classes and the use of Private Points to influence outcomes.

Character Interactions

• Shuichi Kanda and Sakayanagi Arisu: Negotiate terms for Kamuro's role as Commander.
• Class A students and Sakayanagi Arisu: Discuss their options for the Commander position and the exam.
• Katsuragi Kohei and Sakayanagi Arisu: Show understanding and agreement on the exam's complexities.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shuichi Kanda is selected as Class D's Commander due to his high Private Points balance.
• Class A agrees to pay Shuichi Kanda 50,000 Private Points each month to avoid expulsion.
• The students meet in the Multipurpose Classroom to learn about the new exam system and rules.
• Shuichi Kanda learns about the Commander's intervention limits and sees an opportunity to make Class A lose intentionally.

Character Developments

• Shuichi Kanda: Shows his wealth and influence, becoming Class D's Commander and extracting a monthly payment from Class A.
• Sakayanagi: Accepts Shuichi Kanda's conditions but plans to target him to regain Class A's advantage.
• Ryuen: Realizes the potential of legalizing fighting events and plans to use this strategy.
• Ichinose: Vows to give his all during the exam, showing determination and confidence.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and manipulation: Shuichi Kanda uses his wealth and influence to gain an advantage for Class D and control Class A's actions.
• Competition and strategy: The students strategize and plan for the upcoming exam, with Shuichi Kanda aiming to make Class A lose intentionally.
• Friendship and alliances: Shuichi Kanda and Kamuro Masumi work together, while Ichinose vows to compete against them.

Character Interactions

• Shuichi Kanda and Sakayanagi: They negotiate and sign a contract, with Sakayanagi planning to target Shuichi Kanda later.
• Shuichi Kanda and Ryuen: They exchange words, with Shuichi Kanda provoking Ryuen and giving him an idea for the exam.
• Shuichi Kanda, Kamuro Masumi, and Ichinose: They discuss their plans for the exam, with Ichinose vowing to compete against Shuichi Kanda and Kamuro.

Summary

Plot Points and Events

• Shuichi Kanda and Masumi Kamuro sign a contract with Class A, ensuring Class C's victory in the exam.
• Kamuro reveals she has Class C's 20 million Private Points from the Special Favor exam.
• Shuichi Kanda calls for a meeting with Hirata, Horikita, and Kushida to discuss the exam strategy and introduce Kamuro.

Character Developments

• Shuichi Kanda: Shows strategic thinking and manipulation, ensuring Class C's victory without directly competing.
• Masumi Kamuro: Reveals her past actions and her feelings for Shuichi Kanda.
• Horikita Suzune: Struggles with Shuichi Kanda's methods but acknowledges their effectiveness.
• Hirata: Feels conflicted about Kamuro's past actions but accepts her into Class C.
• Kushida Kikyo: Reveals her jealousy of Kamuro and tries to provoke Shuichi Kanda against her.

Significant Themes

• Manipulation and strategy in competition.
• Jealousy and possessiveness in relationships.
• The consequences of past actions.

Character Interactions

• Shuichi Kanda and Masumi Kamuro: Show a close, comfortable relationship, with Kamuro transferring to Class C.
• Shuichi Kanda and Horikita Suzune: Horikita struggles with Shuichi's methods but acknowledges his effectiveness.
• Shuichi Kanda and Hirata: Hirata accepts Kamuro into Class C despite her past actions.
• Kushida Kikyo and Masumi Kamuro: Kushida feels jealous of Kamuro's relationship with Shuichi and tries to provoke him against her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shuichi Kanda accidentally writes "soccer" instead of "rock-paper-scissors" on the blackboard.
• Sudo confidently suggests adding a basketball event to the list.
• Horikita questions Sudo's plan, pointing out potential issues with the rules and number of participants.

Character Developments

• Shuichi Kanda shows a human side by making a mistake, but quickly corrects it.
• Sudo displays confidence in his basketball skills but is challenged by Horikita.

Significant Themes

• The importance of careful planning and consideration in strategy-making.
• The contrast between confidence and arrogance, as seen in Sudo's declaration.

Character Interactions

• Shuichi Kanda and the class have a lighthearted moment when they laugh at his mistake.
• Horikita challenges Sudo's suggestion, showing her critical thinking and strategic mindset.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sudo insists he can secure a win in basketball, but Shuichi Kanda points out the complexities of the Special Exam, which only allows one one-on-one event per class.
• Sudo is given a chance to pick four teammates for basketball, and Hideo Sotomura volunteers his typing skills for an event.
• In Class D, Ryuen plans to maximize their combat potential by choosing several high-physical-demand events and using a knockout tournament format.

Character Developments

• Sudo shows growth by considering his teammates' abilities and acknowledging the need for a team effort in basketball.
• Hideo Sotomura gains confidence and reveals his typing skills.
• Ryuen demonstrates his strategic thinking by planning to use a knockout tournament format to maximize Class D's fighting potential.

Significant Themes

• Teamwork and strategic planning are crucial for success in the Special Exam.
• Each class must consider the strengths and weaknesses of their members when choosing events.

Character Interactions

• Shuichi Kanda and Sudo discuss the basketball event, with Kanda encouraging Sudo to consider his teammates' abilities.
• In Class D, Ryuen and Ishizaki discuss their event strategy, with Ryuen planning to use a knockout tournament format to maximize their fighting potential.
• Shuichi Kanda meets with Sakayanagi and Kamuro at the school café to discuss Class A's events, with Kanda revealing his plan to prevent Class A from giving free wins to Class B or Class D.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shuichi Kanda asks Class A for student information to minimize Class C's point loss.
• Sakayanagi Arisu agrees to provide the information, aiming to secure wins against Class B and D before her chosen event (Chess) is drawn.
• Kamuro Masumi returns to Class A after her suspension, facing hostility from her classmates.
• Miki Yamamura gives Kamuro a list of Class A's proposed events and participants for the exam.

Character Developments

• Kamuro Masumi shows a more playful side with Shuichi Kanda and Kushida Kikyo, hinting at a change in their dynamics.
• Sakayanagi Arisu demonstrates strategic thinking and determination to secure a win against Ayanokoji in the exam.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and manipulation, as seen in Kanda's request for information and Sakayanagi's strategic planning.
• The consequences of betrayal and the struggle to reintegrate, as experienced by Kamuro Masumi in Class A.

Character Interactions

• Shuichi Kanda and Kamuro Masumi's playful banter shows a growing closeness between them.
• Sakayanagi Arisu and Miki Yamamura work together to prepare for the exam, with Sakayanagi taking the lead.
• Kamuro Masumi faces hostility from her Class A peers upon her return, highlighting the tension between her and her former classmates.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Horikita hands Kanda a list of classmates' specialties, compiled with Kushida's help.
• Kanda asks Horikita about joining the Student Council, and she agrees if Class C reaches Class A in the exam.
• Kanda shows Ayanokoji Class A's event list for the exam, revealing Sakayanagi's challenge in Chess.
• Ayanokoji agrees to compete in the Chess event against Sakayanagi.
• Ayanokoji reveals his plan to drive out Tsukishiro, the acting chairman, with Sakayanagi's help.

Character Developments

• Horikita shows initiative and deviousness in gathering information from Kushida.
• Kanda shows his cunning and manipulative side, using Sakayanagi's information to his advantage.
• Ayanokoji reveals his plan to protect himself and Sakayanagi's father from Tsukishiro's influence.
• Ayanokoji briefly smiles, surprising Kanda.

Significant Themes

• Manipulation and strategic planning among characters.
• The power dynamics between students and school authorities.
• The consequences of past actions and their impact on current relationships.

Character Interactions

• Horikita and Kanda work together, with Horikita using Kanda's name to persuade Kushida.
• Kanda and Ayanokoji discuss the upcoming exam and their respective plans.
• Ayanokoji and Kanda have a tense yet revealing conversation about their goals and motivations.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shuichi Kanda runs into Horikita Manabu and Akane Tachibana on the way to school.
• Horikita Manabu confesses to Tachibana Akane, who accepts.
• The first-year Special Exam events are announced. Class A and B's events include a Mathematics Test, which could lead to a collision.

Character Developments

• Horikita Manabu reveals his feelings for Tachibana Akane and confesses to her.
• Shuichi Kanda shows surprise and amusement at Horikita Manabu's confession.

Significant Themes

• Love and relationships among students.
• Competition and strategy in the Special Exam.

Character Interactions

• Shuichi Kanda teases Tachibana Akane about her relationship with Horikita Manabu.
• Horikita Manabu confesses to Tachibana Akane, leading to a heartwarming moment.
• Shuichi Kanda and Horikita Manabu discuss their respective romantic situations.