Tsk, What a Dense Guy! (Continued)

Then you might encounter some underhanded tactics.

Therefore, the school may turn a blind eye to some underhanded tactics.

However, if it continues to be used, the school will definitely stop it.

Just like the 0-point battle in Ryuen's class, 0 points is a very good score that can be used to attack other classes.

Since my class already has a score of 0, it won't have a negative score.

So they take this opportunity to pull other classes down or collect points as protection money.

But.

Hachiman did not approve of this move.

Because if this kind of action is carried out twice, the school will stop it, and it may even abolish the class that has been consistently scoring 0 points.

Ryuen is indeed a dangerous person, capable of manipulating Ibuki through both self-inflicted injury and espionage, and even forming an alliance with Class A to let Class A take over their initial points.

Therefore, it is hoped that Ryuen can have some self-awareness. If he continues to use off-field methods, then perhaps the only thing waiting for him is to drop out of school.

Hachiman thought of it.

"So you already had plans." These words reassured Suzune Horikita somewhat.

Ryuen is ruthless in its inhumanity, but don't forget that Class C also has Hachiman Hikigaya, who doesn't play by the rules.

So there is still hope for my class.

But.

"..." Kushida.

Kushida, however, was not at all at ease.

Kushida accompanied him and gave Hachiman directions, but she wasn't very interested in things like Class Advancement or Special Exam. She just wanted to maintain her relationships and prevent Hachiman Hikigaya from revealing her true identity.

She also remembered one of the conditions under Hachiman Hikigaya protected her true identity—to betray the class and become a spy for other classes when necessary.

And now.

The fact that Ryuen has been labeled as dangerous means that Hachiman Hikigaya might be targeting Ryuen, right?

Therefore...

She might be tasked with becoming a spy for the class and infiltrating the Ryuen's class.

In other words...

She's going to become a spy.

How annoying!

So where do we go next?

"Horikita doesn't seem to have fully recovered yet. It wouldn't be good for him to walk a long distance again," Kushida said after composing himself.

Having just emerged from the grove where he had been searching for Ibuki's small cloth bag, Hachiman showed no intention of returning to his mother base.

Kushida is everyone's angel, and although she doesn't like Horikita, once Horikita become friends, she will naturally offer the care that friends should give.

So now I'm speaking up for Horikita.

"I'm still feeling a bit unwell," Suzune Horikita said. "But things are getting better."

This is her fourth day of illness, but she feels her body is recovering.

At least the initial cold symptoms, such as a splitting headache and backache, are gone.

I'm still feeling a bit weak.

"Let's go check on Ichinose," Hachiman said. "This time, we've used up all our initial points, and our base points are about the same, but we can participate in the leader guessing game. We'll see who the Kōenji is, and he'll choose the right time to change the leader himself."

"Can we change players?" Horikita said.

Hachiman specifically came to find Ibuki and Ryuen's communication device to confirm Ibuki's identity as a spy. Horikita thought that Hachiman would drive Ibuki away or pass on false information about the team leader to Ibuki.

However, it seems that Hachiman is now preparing to reveal the information about the leader of Kōenji.

Then play an even bigger game.

"That's right. Changing the team leader without a valid reason isn't allowed, but having a reason is acceptable, like being sick like you, or..."

"It's like a snake you throw away. If you get bitten by it, then you'll have no choice but to quit, right?" Hachiman said.

That was also the closest he ever came to dropping out of the exam.

It was around that time that I discovered Horikita.

After all, who wouldn't like having someone who makes them feel incredibly safe by their side?

"Kōenji will handle the specific procedures themselves. Therefore, the team leader will make changes at the last minute. So our class is safe. We've definitely secured the base points."

"Then the target can try to guess the leader of Class A as much as possible. If a class guesses Class A, they will lose 50 points. So if we bring in Ichinose's class, we can make Class A lose an extra 50 points."

"And."

"That's what Hachiman said."

"Class B shouldn't be able to get the information about Class A's team leader. If I do, then Class B will get 50 points, and these points are what I bring to them, but in reality, they can shorten the gap between them and Class A by 100 points."

"Then it would be reasonable for me to collect 50 points of class evaluation points from Class B as living expenses until graduation, just like how the Ryuen's class sells initial points," Hachiman said.

"In other words..."

Horikita and Kushida's eyes lit up.

A class evaluation score of 50 points, based on a class of 40 students in Class B, translates to a monthly income of 200,000 yuan, which would be worth more than 5 million to 6 million yuan over three years.

It is not a small amount.

Horikita and Kushida both come from ordinary families and didn't have much pocket money in the past, and they spend it all on this school.

Certainly.

Horikita is quite frugal, but Kushida has enough points for meals, but is a little tight on other expenses, mainly for socializing.

Because a cup of milk tea costs 300 points, and a bottle of popular perfume costs 2200 points, which is still too expensive.

"Yes, go earn some long-term meal tickets. Don't put all your eggs in one basket."

Because he gained a deeper understanding of his classmates, he realized that it was pointless to be completely open and honest with them, so Hachiman started to consider trying to gain as many points as possible.

After all, ideals may betray you, but past efforts will not.

Hachiman's efforts are all about making money.

Make more money.

Even if he doesn't end up being kept by a rich woman in the future, he can prepare himself for not having to go to work for ten or twenty years.

In this way.

The three of them headed to the area for First Year Class B.

Kōenji occupied most of the bases, and Class B, like the other classes, faced the predicament of not being able to find a base. However, Ichinose were clever and could occupy a base three times a day, for eight hours each time.

So they wait for the 8 hours to end, and then they go to occupy the space.

So they acquired a base in a vegetable garden.

However, even though the three of them had only just arrived, it was already clear that Class B was much more harmonious than the other classes.

Under Ichinose's leadership, the atmosphere at Class B's camp was excellent, and everyone was having a great time.

"They're even more united than I imagined; no wonder they're Class B."

Even if they are determined to get into Class A, they will eventually have to fight against their ally Class B. However, Horikita and Hachiman are feeling quite emotional about the atmosphere in Class B right now.

If they were given a class like that, Hachiman wouldn't choose to give up, and Horikita also felt that he could definitely lead the others to Class A.

Of course, that's obvious.

The Class C -Class C models look somewhat similar at first glance.

But in reality, Class B's model is actually a democratic republic.

Class C, to put it nicely, is a multi-party cooperative effort; to put it bluntly, it's a warlord infighting, with the people suffering immensely. The students in the class need Kushida Hirata as a unifying force, and then, under the persuasion of Hachiman and Horikita, they follow certain instructions.

However, if their own interests are threatened, even if it is a very small one, they may turn against them instantly.

"Hachiman, Horikita, and Kikyo ~"

From afar, Ichinose spotted Hachiman and the other two, a bright smile on her face, and waved as she ran toward the three of them.

She and Kushida were old friends, so she used an affectionate nickname for him.

Kushida also started socializing, showing an expression of (*^▽^*)

Kushida wants to make friends with many people. She is very approachable and has a good chance of achieving this goal. However, she is well aware that Ichinose is much more approachable than her.

So, she used to think that her affability was her unique advantage, but after coming here, she realized... she had lost. She lost to Ichinose.

Upon discovering the arrival of Hachiman Hikigaya and his two companions, Kanzaki, in addition to Ichinose, also came over.

He usually hangs out with Ichinose, appearing somewhat reserved but also quite composed. However, he's incredibly capable. During the last exam with old questions, when Hachiman's class needed top students to tutor struggling students, Kanzaki was assigned to tutor Sudō.

Dealing with those Academic Ability challenged individuals is difficult, which is why Kanzaki was able to persevere, and Sudō has indeed made progress in his studies, having worked very hard.

"I'm sorry, we've taken over this vegetable garden." Ichinose approached the three of them, seemingly apologetic, and said with her hands clasped together. "But we really have nowhere else to go."

"Then, if you don't come this morning, we were thinking of sending some vegetables to your class later," Ichinose said.

Look.

People who are good at socializing are usually good at talking.

The stronghold they're currently occupying was initially cleared by the Kōenji, and then everyone went there to pick vegetables.

However, since the base was occupied by Ichinose and her friends, everyone ran out of vegetables.

As it turned out Ichinose herself said she wanted to send some vegetables over.

That makes it impossible to find fault with her.

"It would be great if we could trade some vegetables for our corn," Suzune Horikita said.

"Uh-huh."

Seeing that the three students in Class C weren't angry, Ichinose breathed a sigh of relief.

She and Hachiman's class were allies, so logically she shouldn't be taking up each other's resources.

So she felt that what she did was a bit excessive. Fortunately, Hachiman and the others didn't take it to heart.

Only.

"Did you come here specifically for something?"

Ichinose blinked her big eyes, put her small hands behind her back, and leaned forward slightly to close the distance.

"Yes, there are some things."

Hachiman nodded slightly and said, "Of course, there's also a reconnaissance mission included. I want to see how many initial points you've used."

"He's really honest." Ichinose nodded gently upon hearing this, though she didn't know what to say about Hachiman's honesty.

Because it's so straightforward, it directly checks their initial points.

Even though she knew they were there to investigate, Ichinose didn't react much.

After all, each class has a booklet issued by the school regarding supplies, so by checking the equipment and supplies in their class, their expenses can be estimated through the booklet.

Therefore, it is impossible to hide it even if you want to.

What did you all buy?

Hachiman looked around and then casually asked a question.

"..."

Horikita opened his mouth, but remained silent for a long time.

Hachiman has already said that he came to Class B to fleece them and make them his long-term meal ticket, so the reconnaissance was just an excuse. But even if he came to reconnoiter, what kind of person is he?