popularity times

by vamer

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Ayanokoji What If: Popularity Time
Brotato136

Published: 2023
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Chapter 1: New School, New me

Ayanokoji Pov

The bus rode along the road as I sat in my seat. A girl with black hair was reading Crime and Punishment, a book I have read once or twice. I stared at the cover for a while as I thought about mundane things, like ice cream. The girl turned her head and gave me a sharp glare, and I lowered my eyes away from her.

Kiyotaka:' Damnit, she might think I am a pervert for staring at her. That might make this whole popularity thing hard.'

I had decided, by reading many books, and watching movies like High School Musical, that being popular can be quite helpful. Popularity might help me in case "that man" decides to come for me. With this in mind, I asked Matsuo, my butler, to help me train my skills. He taught me how to smile mesmerizingly, he taught me social skills, and his son, Eeichiro, taught me some basic slang and stuff like that.

Office Woman: "Hey, would you mind giving up your seat for this old woman?" An office lady said to a blonde hair boy, who wore my school uniform. The boy stared at his hand mirror while playing with his hair.
Narciccist-Kun: "Fufufu, Why should I give up my seat to this grandma?"The boy asked in an arrogant tone. '

Everyone: What kind of laugh did he just use, fufufu?!' Everyone on the bus thought that collectively.

The office lady and boy argued back and forth until a girl with short beige hair stood up.
Blonde Girl: "Um, I think you should give up your seat..." A third contender entered the ring, and I decided to end this cage fight before it became a screaming match. I raised my hand and stood up.

Kiyotaka: "You can have my seat!"I said, "sorry for not noticing before."

Old grannie: "Oh it's quite alright dear," the old woman said, "here, take this candy." She hands me a small candy, which I gratefully accept. The beige-haired girl from before approached me.

Kushida: thank you for offering your seat! I am Kushida Kikyo, it's a pleasure to meet you!" She smiled, and 99% of the male population would be mesmerized by it.

Kiyotaka: 'Time to use my skills' "I am Ayanokoji Kiyotaka, it's nice to meet you!" I finish it off with a smile as Kushida blushes a bit and I hear whispering from people on the bus
Rando Girl: "EEP HE IS SO CUTE!"

Rando Boy: "DIE IKEMEN"

Rando Boy 2: "It should have been me, the great Yamauchi!"

Creepy Dude: "Kukuku, how interesting..."

Kushida and I began to discuss what we hope our school life will go like, we both said we wanted to make friends and all the such, until we walked out of the bus, staring at the massive stone walls of the school.
???: "WAIT"

Kushida & Ayanokoji: "Hm?"

???: "Why were you staring at me?"

Oh, she was the girl from the bus that was reading Crime and Punishment.
Kiyotaka: "Oh sorry, I saw the book you were reading and remembered reading it."

The girl began to walk away, simply not caring anymore.

Timeskip to Class

'So this is my class?' I opened the classroom door and walked to my seat in the back corner, the "protagonist seat" As students began to filter in, so did a boy with blonde hair who stood in front of the class

Hirata: "Seeing as we will be classmates for the next three years, we should introduce ourselves! I am Hirata Yosuke, I was in the soccer club in junior high, so I want to join the soccer club here, nice to meet you!" He finishes it off with a smile as several girls blush

'It seems that he is my first rival for popularity

Yamauchi: "I am Yamauchi Haruki, I played table tennis in elementary school, and in junior high, I played baseball and was number 4, but I got injured in inter-high! Nice to meet you, ladies."

'You have got to be kidding me.'

Ike: "I am Ike Kanji, and I am looking for a cute girlfriend!"

'Bruh'

Pepper: "Tch I am not doing this kiddy bullshit, leave me out of this

'He looks like the sporty type, he probably plays soccer or basketball'

Hirata: "Ah ok, well you in the back! It is your turn."

'Here goes nothing. This is my chance to kick-start my career

Kiyotaka: "Hello, I am Ayanokoji Kiyotaka! I like chess, piano, and calligraphy, and I used to do a lot of extracurriculars so I am confident in my abilities! It's nice to meet you all!" I end with a smile, and the girls blush and look at me with hungry eyes

Ike: "I HATE YOUUUUUUU."

Author's note:

Oh lord, that was kind of cringe. I get a pass cause this is my first fic, right? I will update when I can, I am not that busy but who knows, only time will tell. So I will see you next time I update

Goodbye for now

Chapter 2: Spoiled Rotten

Ayanokoji Pov
Judging by my classmates reactions, I can say I scored well on my introduction. As I finished my introduction, the door slid open, and in stepped a tall figure with long black hair.

Chabashira:(Author: Or should I say Chaboobashira*Drum noises*) Hello Class D, I am your homeroom teacher, Chabashira Sae. I teach Japanese history so I will be teaching you every Tuesday and Thursday, so remember your textbooks on those days.

Chabashira then pulled out a few papers and passed it to the front row, who then passed it back. The packet contained the basic rules of the school, but a few stuck out as odd to me. "Bullying will be dealt with if reported to the school." the packet read.

' I thought that bullying was always handled regardless of the victims consent or not to the punishments to said bully, so why would they only handle it if reported?' I thought to myself

S-system stuff blah blah blah we have all read it
Chabashira: Any questions?

I raised my hand
Chabashira: Ah, Ayanokoji-Kun I presume, what is your question
Ayanokoji: How many points will we get next month? The way you phrased it as "this month" makes me wonder about it. You also said we are evaluated based off worth and merit, so does that effect our allowance?

Yamauchi: See ladies? He is just good looks and nothing else, but I over here, am the total package. Hey Ayanokoji-Kun, if we weren't going to get 100,000 points next month, wouldn't sensei have said so?

A girl with brown hair and blue eyes who I know as Matsushita Chiaki spoke

Matsushita: No, no, I think Ayanokoji-Kun has a point.

Chabashira: Well I can't say for sure, because I can't say for certain, just be careful. And class, do listen to your peer Ayanokoji-Kun, he did score perfect marks on the entrance exam after all

With that remark, the class was shocked. Not only for my score, but also the wording was creepy in a way.

Mii-Chan: W-woah! Ayanokoji-Kun, how did
you get your a perfect score?! I thought there were some college level questions on the exam

Ike: HOW IS HE GOOD AT EVERYTHING?!

Sotomura: *Sigh* Well, he is in the protagonist seat after all

???: AYANOKOJI-KUN HAVE MY CHILDREN

This class certainly has a few characters in it, but we still can't forget about the more pressing issue

I approached the teachers podium

Ayanokoji: Listen everyone! With the information we just received, I think we should be on guard. We have to be diligent in class if we want a high allowance next month. So just try your best in class and all that please! And if my theory is wrong, I will pay you all for wasting your time

I added that last part to garner some sympathy, if even a little

Ike: Well then, I can't wait for next month when I get 120,000 points because you are definitely wrong

Kushida: Honestly, I think we should do what Ayanokoji-Kun says! It wouldn't hurt if we tried to be better students anyways, even if he was right or wrong!

That certainly shut up Ike and the rest of the Kushida Fan Club. As I stepped away from the podium, a group of students, consisting of boys and girls, asked for my number, and I ended up going to the mall with a large group from the class

Sato: Hey Ayanokoji-Kun, do I look good in this?

Sato was wearing a bright clothing set with a pink top and a yellow short skirt

Ayanokoji: Yeah! The bright colors match your eyes really well! Erm sorry if that made me sound like a pervert...

Sato: Heehee, no it's ok.

Sato was as red as a tomato but still giggled about it anyways.

After some shopping, I went to the convenience store to grab some food. I ran into Miyake Akito, a reddish purplish haired boy who said he liked archery, and Hasebe Haruka, a blue haired girl who came off as reserved.

Hasebe and Miyake: Oh hey Ayanokoji-Kun

Ayanokoji: Ah, hello guys! What's up? I just came here to get some groceries to cook some food for tonight!

Hasebe: Well Miyachi-Kun and I were also getting groceries.

"Miyachi?" I wondered aloud

Miyake: Yeah, Haruka over here likes giving her friends nicknames so she christened me "Miyachi"

They are on first name basis, huh? Those two must have a lot in common

Hasebe: C'mon, you have to admit it sounds nice!

Ayanokoji: Heh, it does have a ring to it, you must admit, Miyachi-Kun

I teased Miyake lightly

Miyachi: Awh not you too!

Hasebe: See? I told you it sounded nice! Speaking of...Ayanokoji-Kun, can I give you a nickname?

Oh no...

Hasebe: How about...Ayanon? Mm no, doesn't sound right...what about...Kiyopon!

Ayanokoji: KIYOPON?!
'
Karma time,'Miyake thought to himself

Miyake: Yeah Kiyopon, it just sounds so nice
Ayanokoji: Let's exchange numbers! And can I call you guys by your first names?

Haruka and Akito: Sure!

As we finished our shopping, a commotion was caused by Pepper-Kun from earlier

Pepper: Just hold on a minute, I thought I had it on me!

Cashier: Tch just get out of line, there are people behind you.

The cashier pointed to the line of increasingly annoyed students

Ayanokoji: Is there a problem here?

Pepper: Huh? Who are...oooohhhh wait your that Ayanokoji dude. And yeah I forgot my student id to pay for this crap

Ayanokoji: Oh I can pay for you!

Sudo: Really? Thanks man! I'm Sudo Ken by the way.
As I paid for Sudo's things, the cashier just had Akito, Haruka and I pay for our stuff since we helped with Sudo. Outside, we all exchanged numbers and even made a group chat, and we were all talking up until...

Senpai 1: Hey first years, get out of our spot.

Sudo: Tch, back off! We got here first punks

Senpai 2: Ooh, what do we have here? Are you from Class D, per chance?

Senpai 3: Is that a question? He totally is!

The senpais laughed like hyenas and circled Sudo like he was prey

Ayanokoji: Sudo, don't fight them. They want to extort points out of you.

The senpais froze up and let out an animalistic growl

Senpai 1: Tch, your in Class A aren't you kid, maybe Class B. Pick your friends wisely and avoid defective trash.

The senpais walked off, grumbling about the whole situation

Ayanokoji: Sudo, those senpais calling you defective is a big hint that my theory is right. So please just pay attention in class, ok?

Sudo: Since you helped me out here fine, I will do it

The next day, I overheard a conversation before class started

Yamauchi: I got this cool game console! It was only 30,000 points too!

30,000?! How did this idiot spend 30,000, and likely more just in one day?! My seat-mate sat down next to me, and I decided to strike up conversation with her. I remember yesterday she seemed annoyed we were seat mates, but I should at least know her name.

Ayanokoji: Hey what's your na-

Horikita: Horikita Suzune, now shut up

Harsh but whatever, my goal was accomplished so I walked over and began socializing with a few other students. But judging by some other students spending habits, I could judge, that they were spoiled rotten by the S-System

Chapter 3: Club Fair and The Other Classes

Author here. I am about to write the third chapter in one day because I literally have nothing to do. And also, I will start taking the chapters more slow. I just wanted to get the boring stuff out of the way and all that
Just some notes
Club fair is in May, because the school worried that a senpai might accidentally leak the S-system due to the large crowds
Class A is going to be more tug of war style instead of Sakayanagi trashing Katsuragi but enough from me, let's get back into the story

Ayanokoji Pov

The days passed and so did the classes. Most of the class heeded my words and paid attention, apart from the Idiot Trio, Sotomura, Ike and Yamauchi(Because Sudo befriended Ayanokoji and paid attention, he did not fall in with the idiots) Those three read manga, loudly chatted and slept in class, much to the ire of the other students. The teachers, however, did not reprimand them, just letting them do whatever. After that, I check the room, and found cameras in the four corners of the classroom.

'No wonder the teachers never cared for them, the cameras caught it all...'I thought to myself
I hung out with many people in and out of the class, boosting my popularity to the top few of the 1st years.

May First-Judgment Day

I woke up at 5:00am in the morning, and checked my point balance, and it seemed I had 133,693 points. I had 80,093 last month so I got 53,600 points. I did my usual workout routine and made a bento for myself while wondering how class would go

Flashback

Chabashira: Ok Class, we will be having a pop quiz. Don't worry, this will not be on your report cards and will only be used for future purposes."

Yamauchi: THIS IS SO UNFAIR! I DIDN'T STUDY FOR THIS!

Shinohara: Not like it would change anything anyways, you are a member of the idiot trio after all

Ike: Shut your mouth uggo!

Ayanokoji: Guys, just relax, it's ok. Even if you didn't study it isn't on your report card

Flashback ended

As I went down to the lobby, I saw Kushida standing in the lobby, seemingly waiting for someone.

Ayanokoji: Kushida-San, are you waiting for someone?

Kushida: Heh well actually Ayanokoji-Kun, I was waiting for you! I wanted to talk to you about how many points you got as well as your neighbor, Horikita-San

Kushida said this as she twirled her hair around her finger. As far as I remembered, she has tried to talk to Horikita before, but Horikita ignored her as if she and Kushida knew each other before

Ayanokoji: Let's start with the points first, ok? I got 53,600, did you as well?

Kushida merely nodded her head and looked at the floor

Kushida: So it seems like this is school is really as strange as you thought it was, huh?
She nervously chuckled to herself

Ayanokoji: Sadly yes, but I think our class can see what we can do and see if we can raise our points! Besides, at least we didn't end up with zero

'My heart goes out to an Ayanokoji out there who has a zero point income right now.'

Ayanokoji: You also mentioned Horikita, so what did you need there?

Kushida: Well remember how I said I wanted to be friends with everyone? I want to befriend Horikita-San but she always ignores me, and I worry she is alone and has no friends

'With that last comment, I can't tell if you want to befriend her, or bully her.'

Ayanokoji: Oh, so you want my help befriending her? I can help you with that!
I smile at her and she blushes a bit but quickly responds

Kushida: Exactly! Thank you for agreeing to help Ayanokoji-Kun! Do you want to walk to school together?

Ayanokoji: Sure, why not!

We walked to school talking about mundane things, but I couldn't ignore the stormy clouds over head, matching the mood as we entered class. Everyone had a grim expression on their face as we walked in to the classroom. The three idiots shot me annoyed looks, as they realized I was right. The class, usually lively, was quiet as they thought through everything.
Chabashira strode into the room with a gleeful look on her face

Yamauchi: Hey Sae-Chan Sensei, I only got around 50,000 points? Wasn't I supposed to get 100,000?

Ike: Yeah!

Ike parroted. Jeez these two are dumber than rocks

Chabashira: Are you really that dumb? Ayanokoji spelt it out for you day one, and yet you fools couldn't see any of it at all. 28 absences, 247 instances of talking and chatting on phones. But thanks to your somewhat dutiful classmates, you kept more than half of your class points Class D, or should I say Class C?

Everyone began muttering to each other

"Class C? I thought we were Class D?"

"Yeah me too, but let Chabashira-Sensei explain

S-System explanation in depth(Elevator music)

Chabashira: You may be Class C, but these scores are still befitting of a Class D.

Chabashira-Sensei posted a sheet on the board that showed the results of our latest quiz. I got 100 after deciding to ace it, but the lowest was an abysmal 14 by Yamauchi, 18 by Ike, and 23 by Sotomura.

Chabashira: If this were a real quiz, 5 of you would have been expelled

Hirata: E-expelled?!

Chabashira: Yes Hirata, expelled.

The five who would have been expelled stared at their desks, very scared that they may be expelled soon

Chabashira: But rejoice Class C, for you can increase your Class Points in the midterms. However, if anyone fails, you will lose 150 class points due to their expulsion
Chabashira also posted the class rankings
Class A-940 Cp
Class B-673 Cp
Class D(C)-490
Class C(D)-536
The gap between Class D and C isn't at all that large, only a 46 point difference. Class A was almost untouchable and Class B, the closest to Class A, is still 267 points away

Chabashira: There are no classes for today, but there is a club fair at 5:00pm, attendance is not mandatory and will not effect class points if you do not come. That is all, ready yourself for tomorrow and the midterms.

Chabashira left the room as I walked up to the podium

Ayanokoji: Everyone, we should form study groups for the exa-

Yukimura: Why was I allocated to class D?!

Kushida: Y-Yukimura-Kun...

Yukimura: Ayanokoji, how are you not mad about your placement in D class?! Even if we are Class C now, we were still Class D!

Ayanokoji: Yukimura-Kun please calm down!

Koenji: Fufufu nothing is more disgraceful than a man losing his cool. And besides, you don't seem athletic, so that would explain your allotment to class D

Yukimura pondered this for a second then silently nodded then sat back down.
Ichinose Pov
Ichinose: E-expelled?!

Hoshinomya: Yes Ichinose-Chan, expelled
Hoshinomya said solemnly.
'Why would the school do this?!'
Class A-3rd Person
Sakayanagi: I will take over the class and defeat the other classes, fufufu

Katsuragi: I am sorry Sakayanagi-San, but I believe I am more better suited for the job

Sakayanagi: Then let's put it to a vote.
The vote was split, 50/50.

Hashimoto: Ooh how about it we have you two fight in the coming exams and whoever is more capable is the leader!
Ryuen Pov
'Kukuku, I knew this school would be interesting, I wonder who was the one that guided the old Class D up...Kukuku, I will CRUSH them'

Ishizaki, Ibuki and Albert were prostrated in front of Ryuen as the rest of Class D watched Ryuen silently chuckle to himself
Just what was this Dragon planning...
Ayanokoji Pov
It was the time of the club fair, and several groups(mostly girls but some boys) asked me to go. The club presidents were giving brief summaries at little booths
I saw a piano near the music club

Matsushita: You said you played piano, right? So go play it!

Matsushita shoved me towards the piano as a senpai approached.

Asahina: Ah, do you perhaps know how to play Piano? I am Asahina Nazuna, Music club President!

Ayanokoji: I am Ayanokoji Kiyotaka and yes, I do know how to play piano!

Asahina: I already knew who you were. You are quite popular amongst the ladies just so you know!

She sent a playful wink and I saw some of the girls stare daggers at Asahina-Senpai

Asahina: Soooo, Ayanokoji-Kun, do you want play the piano?

Ayanokoji: Sure!

I sat down and began to play the Midnight Rhapsody

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I got lost in the music and just played. Where I was from, piano was like the one escape from the horrors around me. Something I wouldn't be punished for if I messed up on. It took me into a simple state of mind, as if putting me back into a normal person instead of someone who last all emotion and just fakes it

As I finished the song with a flourish, I registered the eight oh phones taking videos and the shutter of a camera.

Asahaina: Ayanokoji-Kun, you have to join the music club! Please, please, pleaaaaaase!

Ayanokoji: Ah I might consider it, but I also want to join the student council, but if that falls through, I will gladly join!

Tachibana: *Ahem* I am the student council secretary from 3-A, and President Horikita Manabu will be giving a speech

' It might just be me...but I think the President and my seat mate are related but that's just a wacky theory.'

"Did you forget your notecards?

"This is the student council President"

The first years heckled the bot standing on stage, but he was not effected. He stood tall, with black hair and glasses, his eyes piercing and scanning every person in the room.

The mood soured as he finally began to speak

Manabu: I am the President, Horikita Manabu. If you apply to the student council, We expect you more be naive and be capable. That is all

As he walked off stage the atmosphere picked back up as I began to walk to the Student Council booth

Kushida, Mii-Chan, Sudo, Matsushita: You can do it Ayanokoji-Kun!

They cheered me on as I approached and I noticed Ichinose Honami of Class B, and Katsuragi Kohei of Class A.

Ichinose: Ah hello, Ayanokoji-Kun, Katsuragi-San!

I met Ichinose on a trip to the mall where are friend groups met

Tachibana: So are all three of you applying to the student council? If so, please fill these out

Tachibana-Senpai handed over three application forms. The forms just were typical, what is your reason for joining the council and such. As I filled out the form, I noticed Horikita-Senpai staring at me from behind his glasses, his eyes cold and calculating

Ichinose: Erm, Ayanokoji-Kun, can you meet me at 7:00pm? Bring a trusted classmate
It is about the class conflicts...

Ayanokoji: Ok, I can do that!

7:00pm

I arrived at Ichinose's dorm, Horikita in tow, who accepted my invite to come, which surprised me

Ichinose: Ah Ayanokoji-Kun, Horikita-San!

Besides Ichinose was Kanzaki Ryuji, a purple haired boy who had a serious aura, and Himeno Yuki, who has a tough exterior with long twin tail hair

Kanzaki: We asked you to come here, because ...

We Want To Make A Class Alliance

Chapter 3.5: Horikita Suzune's Club Fair

Pathetic. If I had to use one word it describe Class C, I would say pathetic. Idiots all across the board, all perverts. Why was I placed in a class like this? I am an A Class Student in my worth, and I deserve it be there. I have already scheduled an appointment with Chabashira-Sensei tomorrow to overturn my wrongful placement.

Chabashira: There are no classes for today, but there is a club fair at 5:00pm. Attendance is not mandatory. Prepare and study for tomorrow's classes and the upcoming midterms.

A club fair. I almost immediately dismissed the idea until I thought of something

'Could ni-San be there?'

My breath caught in my throat. It had been a couple years since I last saw him. Will he accept me for who I am? I don't know, but I have to talk to him

Club Fair

I stood in the crowd, looking around, trying to see if I might pick him out from the crowd. Nothing, until a girl stepped on stage

Tachibana: *Ahem* I am Tachibana Akane of 3-A, and I am secretary of the student council, President Horikita Manabu will now give a speech

As my brother stepped on stage, he stood silently. To the first year students heckling him, he looks nervous. But to me and the upperclassmen, we know he is confident. His eyes scan the crowd and eventually land on me, a sharp glare on me. He looked disgusted my me, repulsed. He thinks I am a disappointment due to my low placement, but once the school fixes its mistake, he will look at me with pride

I hope that will be the case

Chapter 4: Frienship is Magic

Ayanokoji Pov

As Kanzaki said those words, Horikita and I sent a glance at each other. Ichinose, sensing our uneasiness, quickly clarified the purpose

Ichinose: See, everyone in Class B is worried. We want to be able to securely defend ourselves while increasing our class points, but all the classes seem so aggressive. Class D will certainly try to attack the other classes, and Class A is in a very sensitive state, and any mistake on anyone's part could bring the entire first year into the conflict-

Himeno: So we thought we could make an alliance with Class C to mutually aid each other

Himeno cut Ichinose off, annoyed by how is needlessly dragged itself on

Ayanokoji: This alliance does sound good, but before we agree to anything, can you specify it more?

Horikita: Yes, we want to know how far this alliance and our "friendship" extends.

Ichinose: Well we figured it as, we would hell each other in special exams, and give financial aid to the class that needs it. That way, we can hold our position and increase our class points, while making sure Class D and A can't cripple our classes

Ayanokoji: I agree, an alliance would be beneficial to our classes. Seeing how volatile the first year situation is, anything could happen. Not going to lie, this benefits our class very much, considering Class D and Class C are not far apart at all.

Ichinose: Yes, after the midterms, to be blunt, there is a high chance of Class C and Class D trading positions. I hope that your class is able to beat them out in the midterms.

Horikita was silently stewing, watching the conversation go down, and she finally spoke up

Horikita: Are you looking down on us, Ichinose-San?

Horikita said in a cold, commanding voice. It was similar to the student council presidents voice, in its commanding nature. It made you want to prostrate yourself and follow every command, but the younger Horikita still needs to work on hers, but is still cold and intimidating

Ichinose: W-what do you mean Horikita-San?

Horikita: You are looking down us because we are a lower class aren't you?

Himeno: Tch, we are not looking down on you, we offered this alliance because we are on equal footing

'Damnit, this is bad; Horikita might just ruin our alliance.'
Ayanokoji: Please Horikita-San, just calm down. Ichinose-San isn't the type of snooty person who would look down on another person. In fact, she will always look up to the other people around her.

Ichinose slightly blushed and looked away, something that escapes everyone except me. Because of that place, are perception was heightened so we noticed things many people did not.

Horikita: Fine, I will say no more on the topic, but so help me god...

Ichinose shivered then put her hands up in a surrender, as if trying to ward off the ticking time bomb that is Horikita Suzune

Ayanokoji: Our class doesn't have an official leader so, I will bring the alliance up with the other members of Class C. Can I have your contact information to continue discussing this?

The group exchanged contact info, minus Horikita, who only excepted Ayanokoji and Ichinose's contacts, since they were both central class figures

The group began to walk back to the dorms, and made small talk with each other, as if pretending we weren't just talking about alliances and class matters, and just pretending to be normal teens in high school

'Ah peaceful life-Chan, is this where you have been finding?'

We all parted ways at the dorms and J entered my dorm room. I checked my messages that I hadn't answered and I made a group chat with Horikita, Kushida, and Hirata, and I messaged them the details of the Class C and Class B alliance

Kushida: I think we should accept! With Class D being as close to us as they are now, it wouldn't hurt to have allies!

Hirata: I agree with Kushida! It will also help us prevent our classmates from being expelled.

Horikita: No objections, just keep an eye on Ichinose's class, she might have a plan to trick us

Ayanokoji:Ok, I will send Ichinose the message confirming the alliance!

Ayanokoji: Hey Ichinose-San! My class
Agreed to form an alliance with you!

Ichinose: That's great to hear! :)))))

I placed my phone down as I decided to watch some tv, and I flicked through some movies that were running. I eventually landed on a cheesy romance movie, where the guy and the girl share a tender kiss in the breeze. I wonder if I will ever feel that experience with someone...

The Next Day

Ike: Hello Yamauchi!

Yamauchi: Hello Ike!

Everyone in the class-the 7 people here this early-looked in shock and horror at Ike and Yamauchi who were in school way earlier than they usually were. The reason for this you may wonder?

Swim Class

Those two words were seemingly innocent but when you mature into high school, it is your worst nightmare. Be lumped in with the perverted boys of your, or be stared at as you walk out in your school approved swimsuit

It strikes fear in the hearts of all, except for the perverts, who view it as a god sent, something to be practiced everywhere. Ike and Yamauchi were no different

In the corner, I saw Mii-Chan praying, Matsushita had yanked out a rosary, and Horikita looked like she was getting to sacrifice Ike and Yamauchi to Satan.

Yamauchi and Ike, unaware of the fact they just brought religion back into swing, started betting on which girls, erm, watermelons would be the biggest.

Ike: Bro, have you seen the jugs on Hasebe?! They're massive!

Yamauchi: Hm yes that is true, but she lacks thighs that could squeeze a watermelon

Ike: Oh right, you are a thigh type.

Sotomura: Fear not, the breasts and thighs will be on full display. Personally, I will claim I can't swim and then sit on the sidelines to record the class.

'Holy, is Sotomura drooling right now???'

Ayanokoji: Sooooo guys, what are you betting on? I hope no one is made uncomfortable by what you are betting on

Ike: A-ah Ayanokoji-Kun, it's nothing, really. We were just...betting on races, yeah!

Yamauchi: Tch, just go away. We are busy has true giga chads, so leave us now, beta male

Behind Ike and Yamauchi, unbeknownst to them, a certain red hair boy was cracking his knuckles. Sudo may not be close to any girls, but he certainly can see what is wrong with this situation

Sudo: So, Yamauchi-San. I heard you were a Giga Chad. How do you become one?

As Sudo said this, is annoyance and anger was palpable, and everyone except Yamauchi and I backed off in fear for their lives

Ike: Haruki-Kun, c'mon! Live to peep another day! You don't have to die here

Yamauchi: No Ike, I will not stand down. I represent all the perverts in the world, and will stand tall for who I am. So do not fret, I will protect you

Ike: Sniff Sniff. You go boss, you go

Wait...is IKE CRYING?! Yamauchi talk no jutsu has been activated. Sudo is not effected.

Ayanokoji: Now Yamauchi-Kun, Sotomura-Kun and Ike-Kun, we will tell you not to peek at the girls if you value every bone in your body.

I said this with a cold look in my eyes as the perverts silently nodded and sat down at their desk

Horikita: You better not be publicly executing those perverts to get on the girls side, or so help me god. I was going to use this on them, but you can suffice.

Horikita drew a compass from her bag, and in that moment, my life flashed before my eyes. My birth, that man, that place, everything.

Horikita: But I suppose you did a good task I suppose. So I won't attack you this time

Why do I feel like I just avoided a freight train with how released I am

Sakayanagi Pov

'At first, I didn't care for the class battles. My class led by far, and Ichinose's Class B is far behind. I was bored. Unless everyone in Class A collectively decided to throw the exams, we could not fail. That was until I heard some of the girls in my class talking about Ayanokoji Kiyotaka. How he was so handsome, and smart and the total package. When I heard that, everything got a lot more interesting. I want to crush and bury the fake masterpiece, and show the world that I, Sakayanagi Arisu, is a pure born genius.'

Hashimoto: Princess, you look like a psychopath right now...Ow! What did you do that for Kamuro-Chan?!

Kamuro: Tch shut up. Just let the loli think

Sakayanagi: I would prefer you just call me Sakayanagi instead of princess and loli. But no matter.

Fufufu, Have You Spotted The Dragon?

Author: Ayyyy what's up people? I hope your day is going good and I will see you when I update next! Goodbye!

Chapter 5: Swimming With The Devil

Ayanokoji Pov

As the lunch bell rang, a few people approached. I had made a usual friend group with Sudo, Akito, and Haruka. A few other groups approached, but I could feel the fear of god as Chabashira-Sensei hovered behind me.

Chabashira: Ayanokoji-Kun, and Horikita-San, please report to the faculty office in 5 minutes.

I mentally sighed as I knew this appointment would take all of today's lunchtime. Horikita, however, seemed as if she was expecting this.

'Why do I have to do this?'

In the faculty office, Chabashira-Sensei was not here. The office was decently sized with 15 desks. If I had to guess, 12 were for the first through third-year teachers, one for each class, and four per year. I could guess the other three were maybe for a gym instructor and a substitute potentially.

???: Hm? And why are you two cute students here in the office? Are you Sakagami-San's students? Mmmm no, maybe Sae-Chan's? Yeah, definitely Sae-Chan's.

This woman had curly brown hair and a pink blouse with a black skirt. She held a notebook in her arms. She leaned in close. She slowly approached, like a predator closing in on its prey

Hoshinomya: Oh how rude of me! I am Hoshinomya Chie, the homeroom teacher of Class B. And I must say, you are quite cute!

Hoshinomya-Sensei approached me and got very close. I was very uncomfortable with her movements, and she seemed to enjoy that. She pointed her fingers at my body and traced it with her finger

Hoshinomya: Say...You are quite handsome. Are you perhaps...Ayanokoji Kiyotaka?

'You have got to be kidding me! This lady is crazy! Where are you Chabashira, I need help!'

Ayanokoji: Erm, yeah, I am. How did you figure that out?

Hoshinomya: Well, some of the cute girls in my class were talking about you and how handsome and smart you were. And you look handsome and smart, so I figured it was you!

Oh god, this lady's intuition is criminal. At this rate, she could outrank any students from that place by a mile. Horikita, help me!

SMACK

Chabashira: Chie-San, stop molesting my students! Honestly, how are you not in prison, much less even allowed within 100 ft of children

Hoshinomya: AWH C'MON SAE-CHAN! Your students are so cute! You gotta let me have them!

Chabashira: As a teacher, I have sworn to protect my students when able, and I will not put my students in harm's way by being near you more than they have to. Ayanokoji-Kun, Horikita-San, let's go.

'Oh, thank you Chabashira-Sensei. If there was a god on earth, it would be you!'

Chabashira: So Horikita-San, what did you wish to speak to me about?

Horikita: My placement in the lower classes! I scored well on my entrance exams I am sure. I made no mistakes in my interview. So, I demand the school place me in Class A or at LEAST Class B.

'Horikita has gone full Karen-Mode. I heard that it takes immense willpower to handle these monsters.'

Ayanokoji: I understand why Horikita-San is here, but why me?

I feigned ignorance, however, I think I know why I am here. I just hope that my intuition is wrong this time...

Chabashira: Well, Ayanokoji-Kun, you are here to help Horikita-San reach Class A. That is all, I have busy things to do, other than battling a student.

Chabashira walked out as Horikita fumed and glared at me. I take back everything I said about Chabashira-Sensei being a god-She is the antichrist.

Horikita: Ayanokoji-Kun.

Ayanokoji: Y-yes?

Horikita: You will start working towards class A now.

Ayanokoji: Yes ma'am

I felt the coldest aura radiating from Horikita, and if I denied her request, she would deny my request to renew my subscription to life. But it won't be too bad, I was somewhat working towards Class A anyways.

Swimming Time

In the boys locker room, the boys tested each other to see whose physique is the best. So far, it seemed like Hirata, Sudo, Akito, and Koenji(who was dressed in a fashionable Speedo)with the best physique, but as I changed into the school approved bathing suit, I took first place quickly.

Sudo: HOLY SHIT DUDE WHAT THE FYUCK! YOU ARE RIPPED!

Koenji: Nothing less to be expected from Ayanokoji-Boy. And Pepper-Kun, you are very loud. As I was standing next to you, if it weren't for my perfect eardrums, I might have been hurt, fufufufu

Sudo: Oi, Koenji, put a cork in it, I don't care

Ayanokoji: Ok Sudo-Kun, Koenji-Kun, just calm down a bit, ok? Or you could fight, and I won't stop you!

I chuckled at that last line to make myself seem more approachable. I was a bit dissatisfied that I was popular with the girls, yes, but my relationship with the men wasn't bad, but it wasn't amazing. So its turn to fix that

Kushida: Woah! This pool is soooo huge!

Ike: Heh, Kushida-Chan's boobs also

Sudo: Oi, Ike-Kun, shut up before k break your jaw.

Ike: Eek! Sir yes sir!

Ike darted behind Yamauchi for cover and cowered from Sudo, who was clearly pissed off about Ike being a blatant pervert in front of everyone.

I walked over to a small group that had formed while looking at the pool, and I struck up conversation

Ayanokoji: Woah! This pool is super huge! Are we in the Olympics or something?

Horny Kushida: With how rock hard those abs of yours are, yeah...

Horny Mii-Chan: Y-Yea, I whole heartedly agree. As whole as your abs are...

Ayanokoji: Hm, what was that?

Kushida and Mii-Chan: Eep, nothing!

Macho Man: Alrigth Class C, line em up! It seems like everyone is participating , that's good. Is there anyone here who can't swim?

A lone boy, Sotomura, raised his hand

Sotomura: Erm, Sorry Sensei, but I can't swim...Do I sit out of the class or something?

Macho Man: Haha, no worries. I Wilma eat you swimming in no time. By summer, you can swim in your sleep!

Sotomura: A-ah I see...

Sotomura made discrete signals behind his back to Ike and Yamauchi

"Mission failed, we will get 'em next time. Argos plan one is a failure"

Macho Man: Alright let's make this a race system. Since there are 20 girls and 19 boys, since Sotomura-Kun just started learning to swim, although he was surprisingly good at it, we will have 4 girl races and the winners will move onto the finals. The boys will do 4 groups of five except for the final group which will be a group of four. Now ladies first!

Girl winner
Onodera Kayano

Horikita: Well I suppose she is part of the swimming club after all...second place isn't bad...for now

Ayanokoji: Oh don't beat yourself up over it Horikita-San! You can always get her next time

Macho Man: Boys line up for the first round! Ayanokoji, Ike, Akito, Hondou and Yukimura, get up here!

Akito: Sorry Kiyotaka-Kun, but I will still try to win this, so get ready!

Ayanokoji: I will give it my all Akito-Kun!

Phweet!

The whistle went off as we all dove into the water, Akito and I taking the lead ahead of the others instantly. I sped up to make sure I would win and move into the finals, where I would likely go against Koenji.

Macho Man: Ayanokoji has a time of 23.86 and will be moving onto the finals

Akito: Damn, Kiyotaka-Kun, you are damn fast!

Ayanokoji: My father was super strict so he has me take a lot of extra classes for things, including swimming!

In a sense, that wasn't entirely a lie

Finals
Ayanokoji
Koenji
Sudo
Hirata

Sudo: I AM ALL FIRED UP!

Hirata: Let's all try our hardest!

Koenji: Fufufu, Ayanokoji-Boy, do go all out, we will see who is stronger.

Phweet!

Once again, everyone dove in, everyone going as fast so as possible. It's time to go into overdrive. I sped up as fast as I could. I let everything melt away, all the cheers of my classmates, the fierce splashing of water. All if it melted away as I went as fast as I could

I lifted myself from the pool, water dripping fro my hair. The shutter of cameras taking pictures was heard as the once composed teacher stutters out the results...

Macho Man: Ayanokoji Kiyotaka takes f-first with 2-21.04 seconds...

Everyone: WHAAAAAAT???!!!!

Onodera: Ayanokoji-Kun, PLEASE JOIN THE SWIMMING CLUB, I BEG OF YOU!!!

Ike: GAH WHYYYYY WHY IS HE PERFECT?!

Kushida: Ayanokoji-Kun you went so fast!

Horikita: It seems I have misjudged you Ayanokoji-Kun...

At around 9:00pm, I was walking by the ocean, taking in the sites when I heard a loud cursing

???: YOU DISGUSTING PERVERTS! OGLING AT ME THE ENTIRE FYUCKING SWIM CLASS?! WHAT THE FYUCK IS WRONG WITB YOU, JUST DIE IKE AND YAMAUCHI!

Is that Kushida?! I never thought she would think things like this, about the people she called classmates no less...Time to record!

As I started recording, she continued on

Kushida: AND THAT FYUCKING BIATCH HORIKITA THINKS SHE IS SOOOOO PRETTY BUT SHE IS JUST SOME BIATCH, JUST DIE AND BURN IN HELL!
Ding

My phone dinged with a new message. CURSE BEING POPULAR

Kushida: Huh? Who's there?

Ayanokoji: Sorry I got lost, I will head back now...

Kushida darted over and glare do to my eyes, knowing that I heard everything she said.

Ayanokoji: I won't tell anyone, because we are similar...

I want an ally in Kushida, someone like her could be very useful to all my plots; and the fact that she could control the perverts, would make it a lot easier to handle the perverts.

True Kushida: Huh? What do you mean by that?

I dropped my facade in front of her, and I let my cold, emotionless eyes spill loose. My apathetic face was on display in front of Kushida as I secretly cut the recording as I revealed my true side.

Ayanokoji: I too, fake my personality. I never thought I would find someone like me, someone who also is a fraud

Kushida: Wait, so you and I are really that alike?

Ayanokoji: That's correct, we are the same. And we should capitalize on that. We should work together, and help each other when we need it. I will give you someone to vent to, and a shoulder to lean on if you do me favors. Don't worry, I am not after your body

Kushida: Interesting deal you have there Ayanokoji-Kun. I accept. I am still slightly in shock though. I never expected someone to be like me, do you accept me for who I am?

I reverted back to my childish, Ikemen personal as I smiled at her

Ayanokoji: The two of us are alike, two peas in a pod. Want to get a drink real quick?

Kushida also reverted back to her cutesy persona

Kushida: You bet Ayanokoji-Kun! Or do you want to just use first names instead?

Ayanokoji: Sure Kikyo-San!

At eh vending machine, we both cracked open our drinks and made a toast to our alliance

Kushida: Just remember Kiyotaka-Kun, I am counting on you

Ayanokoji: Likewise

Author: How was your day people? I hope it was good! I will release one more quick little chapter so see you there!

Chapter 5.5: Fan Club

Gc Name: Ayanokoji Fan Club
Members
ForeignBlueberry
MayaWaifu
DevilishAngel
DominantGyaru
KKGyaru
StalkerChan
Tap For more...

MayaWaifu :Did you see Ayanokoji in swim class? The way he pulled himself out of the water was soooo hot

ForeignBlueberry : Yeah and don't forget, he is so smart and and strong!

StalkerChan : Ayanokoji sure is a strange one, he is like perfect in every way...

DevilishAngel : Because he's Ayanokoji! He is the one guy if he said he liked me, I would go out with him no hesitation!

DominantGyaru : Too bad I am not in your class:((((( I wanted to see Ayanokoji too!

MayaWaifu : *Pic of Ayanokoji getting out of the pool*. Here, this should keep you sane for now right?

KKGyaru : Yeah, he is so dreamy! I might ask either him or Hirata to be my fake boyfriend

StalkerChan : Fake?

KKGyaru : Gah stupid auto correct, lemme did that rq

KKGyaru : (Edited). Yeah, he is so dreamy! I might just ask either him or Hirata tk be my first boyfriend

StalkerChan : Ah ok lol that makes a lot more sense

MayaWaifu : I am gonna log off ladies! Gotta get my beauty sleep!

I am Ayanokoji Fr Fr has entered the chat

DominantGyaru : Tf?

I am Ayanokoji Fr Fr : Hello, I am Ayanokoji, and I am flattered by you ladies. But there is someone you should be worshipping and he is way cooler, and smarter and more handsome then me! His name is Yamauchi Haruki and he is so cool!

KKGyaru : Stfu Yamauchi

I am Ayanokoji Fr Fr has been removed by KKGyaru

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Author: Hello people! Final chapter for tonight, maybe. I might make another idk h it probably not. If you know who the characters behind the usernames are, you can comment that if you want idk. But anyways, I hope you all have a good night!

Chapter 6: Battlefield: Midterms

Ayanokoji Pov

Midterms. In a normal school, the midterms represented how you have progressed throughout the term, and to stoke competition between students in a healthy way

In the White Room, the midterms were terrifying. Competition was went through the roof, and tensions were high. The lowest performing students were,"disposed of," never to be seen again

In ANHS, the midterms are competitive, and similar to the white room but less severe, those who scored below the class average would be expelled. I already have two people who I think will be expelled: Ike and Yamauchi.

Both of them were as idiotic as idiots come, and would make toddlers look like geniuses compared to those two twits. They were also perverted, lazy and annoying.

However, letting them be expelled would decrease our class points by a total of 300 points, 150 points for each expulsion, and we would be demoted back to Class D. So we could not let anyone here fail. How to get them not to fail is the question.

Ayanokoji: Soooo, Ike-Kun, Yamauchi-Kun, do you want to join the study-

Ike: Shut up ikemen, we don't want to hear any of your crap.

As soon as I said study, no, as soon as I started talking, they lost interested. These two perverts only thought of two things: Boobs and games. Maybe I could use that to my advantage

Ayanokoji: Oh that's too bad... Kikyo-San even requested you two be there! Too bad I guess

Ike: Wait, Kushida-Chan wanted us to be there?!

I was surprised those two didn't sacrifice me to god because I use Kikyo's given name, and I was fully prepared to having that happen. Good thing they love Kikyo too much. Although, she might just kill me because I put the two pervs in her group. Eh, you win some you lose some.

As the bell rang, I gathered Yukimura, Kikyo, Horikita, Hirata, Matsushita, and Mii-Chan for a tutor meeting. We needed to separate into groups for who we would tutor.

Ayanokoji: Ok everyone, I was thinking we should make our groups now! Kikyo-San, I was thinking you should take on Ike ans Yamauchi, as well as Shinohara and Sato, do you have any objections?

Kikyo: No, it would be my pleasure to help them!

She said this as I saw a vein throb in her head. The odds of her murdering me were 40% now, I should treat her like class for now, to make sure I don't die prematurely

Hirata: There is a slight problem with my schedule though...I have soccer practice after school, so could I take on 3 people instead of 4? If it weren't a bother for anyone else...

Ayanokoji: Oh I can gladly take someone extra! I can cover Ken, Haruka, Akito, Sakura and Karuizawa, if that's fine with everyone else! Oh and also, no one has to worry about Koenji, since he wouldn't show up to study sessions at all.

After we smoothed our all the groups, everyone was getting ready to pack up, it I quickly called them back. Studying for the midterms simply wasn't enough. We have to handle the other classes

Ayanokoji: Everyone, I don't think sun studying will save us here. We also have to worry about Class D. From the rumors I have heard, their leader, Ryuen, is ruling the class. He even took down the tank Albert, who we all know is dangerous. So Ryuen might use underhanded tactics in this exam. We have an alliance with Ichinose's Class B, and Class A is too busy killing each other, so we mainly have to focus on Class D. Does anyone have an idea of how we can defend ourselves from their attacks?

Kikyo: Well, maybe we can make sure they stay away from our classmates? To dip a traitor from springing up, and to make sure they don't get in our heads?

Horikita: Kushida-San. Realistically, how could we do that? I highly doubt the two idiots could handle it if a girl from Class D approached them.

Horikita has a point. Those two would sooner let their small hot dogs do the thinking then their pea sized brains. ( Savage Author: *Bum-bum-cha!*. Those were drum noises)

Ayanokoji: Horikita-San has a point, both what if we borrow points from Ichinose? Chabashira-Sensei said anything could be bought with points, so I think it's safe to assume that we can buy rest points, but at the same time, decrease test points. If Ryuen got in contact with someone from Class A, he might have made a deal with one of the faction leaders for points so he could decrease our scores to get someone expelled.

Mii-Chan: L-let's just hope that we don't need to do that...

Horikita: If it does, depending on who it is, most of the people in this class aren't worth being in debt to Class B for. For example, Ike and Yamauchi are not worth it

Silence enveloped the room as everyone was shocked by how Horikita just said she would throw some of her classmates to the wolves if needed

Ayanokoji: Horikita-San, you surely can't actually mean that...right?

I looked in her eyes with a sad look, trying to get some sympathy. But she stared coldly back into my eyes, showing no hint of regret for what she just said

Horikita: I mean every word of what I just said. Those two bottom feeders are useless, and in the long run, they will only hold us back. So if Class D does target them, than we should not interfere.

Yukimura: While I agree that Ike and Yamauchi hold us hack as is, that doesn't mean they can't change for the better. To make up for my lack of strength, I have tried to exercise more just to stay fit, to make up for my weaknesses. And if those two are expelled, assuming no one in Class D is expelled, they might end up ahead with a 300 point lead.

Horikita: Fine, but if they are expelled, don't blame me for it.

In my dorm, Kikyo was pacing around and ranting about how she finds Horikita so annoying. After I decided to ally with her, I told her to come to my room to vent, is she wouldn't be found out by anyone else.

Kikyo: Haaah, you have no idea how much Horikita pisses me off. She is such a biatch and I just hope she chokes on her next meal, that biatch.

Kikyo laid on my bed as I was in the kitchen, making a snack to eat. As I peeled and cut the apples, I listened to Kikyo rant about the other people, who she finds annoying, who she hopes dies, that kinda stuff.

Kikyo: Hey Kiyotaka-Kun, do you have your eyes on a particular girl? You could have your pick of most any girl in the grade, or actually; the whole school!

Ayanokoji: No, I don't have my eyes on anyone, what about you?

Kikyo muttered something to herself before answering my question.

Kikyo: I don't have my eyes on anyone. Everyone here sucks so much, no one catches my eye, and plus, no one would respect em if they knew my true self

Ayanokoji: I accepted you though?

Kikyo kicked me in the side of my leg, and I decided to feign pain. I hunched over slightly, and pretended to wince

Ayanokoji: What was that for?!

Kikyo: That's for saying something perverted, humph!

She pouted and looked away, but it looked like her cheeks were bright red, like a fresh tomato.

Kikyo: Well I have to be off for tonight! I will see you tomorrow Kiyotaka-Kun!

Kikyo waved goodbye as she silently left my room as to not be seen, lest there would be rumors about us. Correction, more rumors about us. There have been a few rumors about us ever since we started calling each other by our given names.

Kikyo Pov

Kiyotaka: No, I don't have my eyes on anyone, what about you?

Kikyo: That's good...

I muttered to myself, keeping my voice low.

Kikyo: I don't have my eyes on anyone. Everyone here sucks so much, no one catches my eye, and plus, no one would respect em if they knew my true self

Kiyotaka: I accepted you though?

Wait he isn't wrong. He did accept me for who I am. And he isn't half bad when it comes to other things. Now that I think about it, he's kinda dreamy. It's like I am in a fairy tale...

Shut Hornyshida! She gets out too often sometimes, especially around Kiyotaka-Kun. I blushed a bit, and I kicked Kiyotaka in the leg, and he seemed a bit hurt by it, but at the same time, it seemed fake almost

Kiyotaka: What was that for?!

Kikyo: That's for saying something perverted, humph!

I pouted and turned away, but mostly to hide the red tinge on my face. What am I, a garden? With how red I am, someone might mistake me for a tomato

I said goodbye to Kiyotaka and walked back tk my dorm for the night...

Horikita POV

My phone pinged and I checked it. It was a message from Ni-San! I had spammed him and he finally said

Meet me at the cleaning shed by the park

I readied myself to see him, and i was quite scared, but I had to work through it

Ayanokoji Pov
I left my dorm to go get a drink from the vending machine, and to enjoy the night air. I walked along the path and paid for a coffee and just as I was about to open it, I heard some scuffling from behind the shed. I peaked around the corner and saw...Horikita and the student council President?

I decided to listen in...

(Scene basically goes as normal up until...)

I leapt over at the President and grabbed his arm and shoved him away from Horikita.

Ayanokoji: Horikita-Senpai, you do know the ground is made of concrete? You were about to throw your sister to the ground d and that would have seriously injured her you know

Manabu: Ayanokoji-Kun, the boy who scored straight a hundreds in his entrance exams, the boy who almost broke the swimming 50 meter world record...just who are you?

Ayanokoji: Well, I am Ayanokoji Kiyotaka! Who else would I be?

Manabu: Whatever, I need you to defeat someone. Nagumo Miyabi of 2-A. I will assign you as his secretary, and I want you to expel him.

Ayanokoji: I don't think I could expel anyone-

Manabu: Drop the act.

Ayanokoji: H-huh?

He saw through my act! Damn this guy is good. He also wants me to take down vice President Nagumo. I wonder if I should hear him out. But before that...

Ayanokoji: I have no idea what you are talking about-

Manabu: Whatever. I will announce your position on the council tomorrow

Wow, not even asking my input.

Manabu: Be careful of Nagumo, and be sure to expel him

Horikita: Ni-San wait! Please wait!

Manabu: Suzune. Come to me when you are stronger.

With that, he simply walked away...

Ayanokoji: Horikita-San.

Horikita: What?!

Ayanokoji: If you want to be recognized by your brother, you need to change your attitude. That is your defect.

With that, I walked away, and I will let her figure it out from there...

Author: Hello people! This was a long chapter today, but I had fun writing it! I do have a quick poll for you guys

1. Capture the Flag Island Exam

2. Regular island exam

I wanted to modify it but I want to know if my readers want that, so vote which one you want, and it will be decided by the end of volume one! So goodnight readers, and see you next time I update. Goodbye!

Chapter 7: Study Buddies

Ayanokoji Pov

The white walls loomed in front of me, in the deep dark of the woods. The building was a large dome hidden in the woods, entirely white. When I first left the place, I was surprised how it wasn't found yet. It was like a massive beacon, screaming,"Hello we are commuting illegal activities, now come down and arrest us!"

The doors to the place creaked open and beckoned me in, like an open mouth. 'F this shit I'm out.' I thought to myself as I began to back away.

The ground, however, began to suck me in like a treadmill on high. The door opened wider, to the point where the area around the doors began to crack, like a smile as it continued to suck me in.

"Monster!"

"Demon!"

"You should have died"

"Why did you even have to be born?"

"Die, die, die!"

Hundreds of hands, adult and children, reached out and swiped at me. A hand clawed me across the face and another caught hold of me. More and more caught hold and they began to drag me into the gaping mouth, the wide door, of the white room...

Beep

Beep

Beep

My alarm clock rang on my bedside table as I rubbed my eyes. I sat up in bed and felt chills all over my body. I remembered that dream, everything about it. The voices of the people who died in that place, haunting the smooth white walls, trapped in infinite torture. I knew those in the investor group wanted it down for that reason. That's exactly why the white room shut down for a year, because some investors called on detectives

Enough about that place; I don't intend in ever going back. That place is truly despicable, that man is truly despicable. He claimed his way o from the darkest out of hell, and I hope with all of the 1% remaining of my heart, that he falls deep back into the pits.

I yawned and took a hot shower, letting the water run over me as I thought about todays schedule. Regular classes, then study group, and finally some shopping with some people. This is the negative side of being popular; you have no time to yourself. Not that I mind though, back in the White Room, alone time was all you got if you weren't seeing your friends being mutilated for failing to run fast.

I think maybe that's why I want to be popular. From my peers, I was hated for being Ayanokoji, not Kiyotaka, just Ayanokoji. All the attention I ever received was hate, so I suppose I now crave that human positive attention. I don't think that's too bad, not one bit...

I finished my work o it then took another shower, and then made a quick breakfast and lunch. On my way to school, I saw a lone Karuizawa. Strange, she usually walks to school with others, I wonder why she is alone?

Ayanokoji: Hey, Karuizawa-San! What's up?

Karuizawa: Hm? Oh, hey Ayanokoji-Kun. Nothing much is happening, what about you?

She quickly responded, it didn't seem like she was in a social mood at all. In fact, ever since swim class, she seemed a bit mentally drained. I wonder why?

Ayanokoji: You seemed to be a bit drained after swim class, is something wrong?

Karuizawa: Ah it was just Ike and Yamauchi who bothered me. Nothing to worry about!

It seemed like a fake answer, but I highly doubt that. She the two perverts didn't care much for ember because she wasn't endowed with feminine characteristics that much. Is it something in her history? Maybe she has a probables with her weight. After all, there are rising cases about girls with problems because of the high bar about woman's looks and weight.

Maybe I can get more information since we are in the same study group. We walked to school on silence, Karuizawa unable to hold up any conversation

Ayanokoji: Hey Kikyo-San, I have something I need to ask you!

The girls and boys in the room looked over in horror at the situation. Could it be a love confession?! No, no it was not

Kikyo: Ok, Kiyotaka-Kun, what do you need?

I began to walk to the cafeteria, and spotted two students of interest: Asahina Nazuna, 2-A Music Club President, and Tokibara Aka, 2-D.

Ayanokoji: Kikyo-San, go ask that senpai from Class D for his old midterm papers, I will go and ask that female senpai from Class A over there.

I decided to spit up and target two people, because Kikyo might get it due to the Class D senpai being desperate, and I might get it due to being ranked high in the cute and handsome lists. Funny how that works. If bots did that for girls, we would b labeled as perverts and then bullied. The double standard...

Ayanokoji: Hello, Asahina-Senpai! How's it going?

Asahina: Awh, there's my favorite lil kohai, that's you; that's you!

She said in a babyish voice, seemingly teasing me as if I were her cute little teddy bear.

???: Ah don't patronize Ayanokoji-Kun.

I glanced to the other side of the table, and saw none other, than Nagumo Miyabi, the man I was supposed to expel.

Nagumo: In case you didn't know, I am Nagumo Miyabi, and you are my secretary, so of course you know who I am!

Ayanokoji: Ah yes, you are my idol Nagumo-Senpai! You and Horikita-Senpai inspired me to try and lead my class!

Nagumo: Hahahah, nice to hear that, want my autograph?

Before I could answer, Asahina cut me off and stuck her tongue out at Nagumo. These two certainly have a very friendly relationship.

Asahina: Aaaaand there you go, triggering Narcissist Miyabi. But what did you need Ayanokoji-Kun?

Ayanokoji: Well I was wondering if you and your midterms and pop quiz from two years ago? I might need those for my class

Nagumo: Ohohoho, you are very craft for an ex Class D student.

What did he imply by that? Whatever, I just need the papers for the class, and get this over with.

Ayanokoji: I can pay for-

Asahina: Awh, don't worry about it Ayanokoji-Kun! You can have it for free!

Ayanokoji: Really? Thanks Asahina-Senpai, Nagumo senpai.

I smiled and bowed in front of both of them. Asahina blushed and Nagumo smirked and showed a thumbs up. Jeez these two are chocked full of extroverted energy.

Ayanokoji: So Kikyo-San, did you get the papers?

Kikyo: Tch yeah but only after I purposefully let him ogle my breasts. Stupid pervert

Ayanokoji: Ah sorry about that, I also got the papers

She gave me a look that said, 'You made me do this for nothing?'. The chance she might kill me is now 60%...Is that boss music I hear?

Ayanokoji: We should wait for the day before the exam before we pass them out, so everyone will memorize and study them like crazy.

Kikyo: You know Kiyotaka-Kun, you are really cunning you know that? You are able to read most people like they are a picture book.

Ayanokoji: I guess so.

The study group took place in the library, where I saw plenty of other groups there

Ayanokoji: Ok everyone, I have made mock tests to see where you guys need help on in your school work, you have 30 minutes, starting now!

Immediately I could hear their pencil scratch the paper...Until three of them stopped. They managed to get their name at least...

Sakura nervously looked around, as if she felt worried someone was watching her. I stared at her pink glasses, and saw no distortion behind the lenses; weird. Maybe she just likes fake glasses without having to torture her eyes by staring at a brick next to her face for a whole day. But Sakura never struck me for someone who likes accessories

Ken stared at his paper, and I could have sworn I saw stem rising from his head. He looked embarrassed but quickly got he answer. He has paid attention in class when I told him to, so it could have been much worse for him otherwise

Karuizawa was just staring blankly at the paper. These questions were from last month, so granted she might not have listened fully, but still, she should know this. Maybe something is in her mind? Both her and Sakura seem worried about something.

Harlem and Akito blazed through the papers, doing great until the history section. It seemed maybe they weren't the best with dates.

As they all handed in their tests, Karuizawa was last, followed by Sakura, then Ken, and then Haruka and Akito tied for first

Ken: Damn Kiyo, you don't hold back at all with this stuff.

Haruka: Yeah Kiyopon, you are really good at making this stuff though, I could easily we the school making something super similar

Sakura: Y-yeah it fours seem like something the school w-would make.

The session went on as normal, until three figures approached.

Albert and Ryuen of Class D, as well as Shiina Hiyori.

Ryuen: Kukuku, what do we have here, some defectives trying to study? This library is a waste on you

Ken: What did you say?! Did you forget you are Class D? Stupid idiot!

Haruka: Please calm down! Ryuen-Kun is just trying to goad you on

Ryuen: Hey Shiina-San, anything see weird about these dirt clods?

Shiina: They don't seem that bad...but no nothing weird

To our surprise, Shiina defended us. She seemed to dislike Ryuen's way of doing things but they both tolerated each other and worked for the class

Ryuen and Albert walked away, and Shiina followed slowly after, but not before quickly adding

Shiina: Sorrt about that, you can go back to studying

After the study session, I went shopping with some people, and on my way back to the dorm, I saw Sakura open her mailbox and I saw her very scared of what she was inside: a box a chocolates and a lot of bright pink love letters

Does Sakura Airi have a stalker?

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Author: I hope everyone's day was good! Another midterm chapter! I plan on maybe one or two more chapters before I finish volume one and add the short stories and stuff. Volume two will cover summer break and that fun stuff, maybe a bit more idk. But for now, that's all from me, so, goodnight!

Chapter 8: Results

Ayanokoji Pov

A month of studying has been accomplished, but for the idiot duo, Ike studied, however. Yamauchi decided to cram the night before

The day before the exam has come, and Kikyo and I have hatched a plan to save everyone: The old Midterms sheet

For whatever reason, the school doesn't make new midterms. I doubt they are lazy, so maybe it's intended? There are so many what ifs when it comes to this school. What if it's run by lizard people?!

Ayanokoji: Hey everyone, can we have your attention?

Kikyo: Yeah it's something important!

Ike fainted in the back and several girls looked heavily disappointed. It was as if they were reacting to a murder in front of them.

Ayanokoji: We managed to get some midterm papers from the upperclassmen and we found that both the pop quiz we took and the one from last year are the same! So we believe the midterms will be the same as last years so study this well!

Everyone leapt with joy. Some began dancing and singing, and others started chanting

Ike and Yamauchi: Kushida-Chan, Kushida-Chan!

Sato and Mii-Chan: Ayanokoji-Kun, Ayanokoji-Kun!

The class celebrated and everyone came up to grab midterms and thanked the two of us

Hirata: Are you sure this is ok? This might be considered cheating...

Kikyo: No it's ok! Kiyotaka-Kun and I talked about it and we saw it wasn't in the rules so we are a'ok!

Hirata: That's great to hear, I can't thank you guys enough!

I walked out of the class and towards Class B. I had to honor are alliance by handing in the papers to Ichinose, lest the alliance fall apart.

I slid the door open, and was immediately blasted with hi's and hellos. I tried my best to answer them all and moved to the front of the class

Ayanokoji: As you are all probably aware, Class C and Class B have an alliance, so I got some midterms papers and decided to share it with you guys!

Ichinose: Thank you Ayanokoji-Kun! I am glad our classes are together

Shibata: Bro that's super cool of you!

I managed to do some networking and got most of Class AB's numbers apart from Himeno, but she didn't seem to be that interested in the class. Now that I think about it, she barely was out with friends and even then, she wasn't around long. It seems she does care for the position of Class B though

There was a certain student who interested me, Sakura Airi. She wore fake glasses and was reserved from the rest of the class. She and Haruka seem to have become friends, but that still didn't stop me from taking interest. I had begun to tail her for a few days after seeing the avalanche of letters falling from her mailbox.

On my stalking ventures, I have noticed a slimy looking old man who seems to pop up often. Could he be the one behind the letters? I had followed him and he seems to be a store clerk. He is also a huge pervert from what I have discovered from what he reads on lunch breaks.

Another student of interest: Katsuragi Kohei, one of Class A's rival leaders. He seems to control half of the class with his right hand men being Yahiko Totsuka and Yamamura Miki. With this trio, they are able to manage Sakayanagi's Hashimoto and Kamuro

Like this, each side is in a deadlock, unable to take control. I highly doubt that it will change in the midterms, but maybe after summer break, or if they launch a fabled special exam at us, that could rip one side above the other.

On the other note, Ryuen and Ichinose's classes are mostly unified, with a few students on Ryuen's class plotting to overthrow him and Himeno not exactly being a team player. On a good note, my Class C is unified under one banner; my banner. So far, no descent has been shown, that or every one here deserves an Oscar. Horikita seems to have fallen in line and seems to have accepted one or two lunch invitations. She might be able to reach her brother, maybe even surpass him, but that path will take a long time.

The day has come, the midterms. Live or die, stay or leave, that will be decided today. I walked into the classroom and the tension was palpable. Everyone was worried, and the usual chatter in the morning was the sound of people posting equations. People were doing last minute studying to make sure they could succeed. I had managed to raise my students in my study group, Sakura, Karuizawa, and Sudo, up to D rank status

The class was studying quickly as I approached Karuizawa and Sudo who's seems to be studying together.

Ayanokoji: Hey guys! Do you want me to help with your last minute reviews?

Karuizawa: Ah, no it's fine. We both studied hard and thanks to you, we will surely pass!

Ken: Yeah dude, I really can't thank you enough

Haruka: Hohoho, a last minute study session I see? Mind if we join?

Haruka, Akito, and Sakura walked over and stood near us while we engaged in idle chatter

Haruka: Y'know, I think I feel really comfortable around you guys, y'know?

Sakura: H-honestly, me too.

Karuizawa: Same here.

Ken: Maybe we should stay as friends and hang out once we all pass!

Ken stood up and brought us into a massive group hug. Back in the white room, I never would have felt this. I silently thanked Matsuo, for helping me make my first true friends...

Chabashira: So every one, just restate the stakes: Anyone who scores below the class average will be expelled. Any questions? No questions I see... Begin

And just like that, whether we stay or leave, whether I live free or go back to the cage, will be decided by a simple written exam. I need to ace this...

Ken: I AM DEFINITELY STAYING. THERE IS NO WAY I GOT ANYTHING WRONG!

Ken was celebrating the fact that he was confident that he would not be expelled. Everyone else seemed confident, even the two idiots. We very well might make it through unscathed

Sakura: Ayanokoji-Kun, I just w-wanted to thank you for allowing me to join the study group. I made some new friends, so I sincerely thank you

Ayanokoji: Oh it's fine. If you ever need anything, just give me a call, I will always help a friend in need

Sakura was about to say something but held herself back. I already know why: her stalker. He needs to be taken care of, and fast. He might act on his perverted impulsive any day now...

Chabashira strolled into class the next day, and tacked a paper on the board. It contained our midterm results. There was a three way tie for first place: Ayanokoji Kiyotaka-100, Horikita Suzune-100, Koenji Rokusuke-100.

The lowest was held by Yamauchi, with a 47. Chabashira did not pick up her red pen today.

Class B Pov

Hoshinomya strolled into class with a sad face on. She wordlessly placed our midterm results on the board. She then picked up a red marker...and drew it above Ichinose's name.

Looking at the board, many people we're surprisingly close to the line...concerning my close...

"WHAT?!"

Kanzaki: Hoshinomya-Sensei, there must be some mistake, Ichi-

Hoshinomya: I am sorry Kanzaki-Kun. The school did not make a mistake. I checked several times. I didn't want it to be true...I am so sorry Honami-Chan...Meet me in the faculty office after classes

The door burst open and in entered Ayanokoji and Horikita.

Horikita: We heard what happened. Is there a way to overturn the expulsion?

Hoshinomya: Eh? Sae-Chan's students? If you have 20 million points, sure...

Horikita furrowed her brow. Ichinose stared at her desk. Chichiro struggled to hold back tears. Himeno stared out the window, and Kanzaki stared at the ground. Is this truly the end of Class B? Their leader, gone, their morale gone.

Ayanokoji: How much would it cost to add points to Ichinose-San's test?

The whole class lit up and looked expectantly at Hoshinomya-Sensei. They were practically begging her to let them but the points

Hoshinomya: 200,000 points to save her, 100,000 per point.

Class B and the Class C representatives pooled all their points and paid the total. Hoshinomya-Sensei smiled widely and Ichinose sobbed.

Ichinose: T-thank you everybody! I was so scared! I didn't w-want to go yet.

Ichinose blubbered as her classmates all cried to the shock that just happened, all in one massive bear hug

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Ryuen Pov

The fyuck?! I paid that old fart Sakagami to lower that girls test scores and she is still around? Kukuku, I never though there was anyone here besides that loli whi gave me the points for the job who could figure out how to save her

Kukuku, this school is real fun

Sakura POV

I walked home, aware of my surroundings. My heart froze when I saw him. That man had been taking pictures of me!

I sprinted without thinking, taking wild turns to get away, and I almost began to cry when I realized I had ran into an alley way.

'He can help me!'

Ayanokoji's words rang through my head as I dialed his number

Sakura: Ayanokoji-Kun, I am near the mall, please he-mmph!

Old man: Shh, shh Shizuku-Chan, you aren't going anywhere...

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Ayanokoji Pov

Sakura: Ayanokoji-Kun, I am near the mall please he-mmph!

Horikita: The hell? Was that Sakura-San? What happened?!

I sprinted towards the mall as I shouted at Horikita

Ayanokoji: I don't know but we need to get there fast!

Both of us sprinted to the alley, and I ran ahead of Horikita and I saw her take a turn to the administrative office, likely for the police

I took my phone out of my pocket and took a picture of the old man who stalked Sakura, and he was pinning her down

Ayanokoji: Get off of her.

I commanded in a cold face as the man flinched and looked at me

Old man: Tch get out of here beat. Shizuku-Chan and I are having fun right now.

Horikita: Silence creep

Popo-Kun: A man attempting to rape a child, what the fyuck is wrong with you?!

The police grabbed the man as he attempted to run but his attempts were futile. Sakura began to don and threw herself into my arms

Sakura: Ayanokoji-Kun, Horikita-San, t-thank you! I d-don't know what I would ah w done without you!

Sakura fried in my arms until she eventually fell asleep, I turned her into the nurse. In my dorm, Horikita and I discussed what had happened, when an email was sent to both of us by the school

Class Rankings after Midterms

Class A- 1024(94084)
Class B-667(63037)
Class C-610(52090)
Class D 578(49088)

The question was fresh in both of our mind:
Will we rise up, or fall down?

Author: And that includes Volume 1! I know this chapter had lots jammed into it, but whatever. I will release the SS later. See ya then!

Fairy Tale: Kushida SS

Have you ever heard of those fairy tales about a princess who is a troll on the inside but it is still lived by the dashing prince? (Yes like Shrek)

Before I met him, I viewed relationships as only something to use to get things. No one would ever love me for who I truly am

When I snapped at my middle school, the boys who said they loved me turned on me. The girls who were my friends ostracized me. I turned them on each other. I found it funny as our teacher tried to calm everyone, but they shouted so loud, the teacher looked at me with disgust

That's all people would feel when they saw the true me: until Ayanokoji Kiyotaka

He accepted me for who I truly am, he doesn't judge me. I feel slight butterfly's in my stomach whenever I talk to him, and I feel as if my cheeks are like tomatoes.

Ayanokoji Kiyotaka is loved by all, and I suppose I am no different from all his fan girls. I am in his fan club after all.

So this is like a fairy tale, and he is my Prince Charming...

As I saw that no one was expelled, I was happy! I was going to approach Kiyotaka but he quickly walked off with Horikita. I later heard he saves Ichinose. Tch, I almost kind wish I failed and he would come save me too.

Eep what am I saying?! Hornyshida shut up!

Then again, I am sure most girls were having those thoughts.

Book Buddies SS

Ayanokoji Pov

I was walking through the library, trying to find a good book to read. Whenever I get overwhelmed with the whole class battle thing, I like to brew some tea or coffee, and read a book

After the midterms, the class had a party and I was dragged to each and everyone of them. So I came to the library to relax for a bit

???: Ah c'mon! Just a little more...

I heard a small voice in another aisle. It sounded like they couldn't reach something, or students were breaking rules in the public library

I walked around the corner and peaked into the aisle and saw Class D's Angel, Shiina Hiyori. I technically first met her when Ryuen dragged her and Albert along while trying to find who guided Class C to where it is now, considering that most of them were defective by the school's standards

I reached over, and grabbed the book from the top shelf and handed it to her. It was a mystery novel, and the girl grabbed the book as I extended it out to her.

Shiina: Ah hello, Ayanokoji-Kun was it? Thank you for reaching that book for me

She smiled and gave a hand for me to shake. We both shook each others hands and then I continued the conversation

Ayanokoji: Yes, I am Ayanokoji Kiyotaka, and you are Shiina Hiyori?

Shiina: Hehe I can confirm I am Shiina Hiyori.

The way we confirmed the others thoughts was almost robotic, and would make anyone laugh at our exchange.

Ayanokoji: Ah I see you also like mystery novels! Mind if I join you?

Shiina: Ah I have no problem with that at all. It's nice to have a book buddy, in my class, no one really reads books outside of lessons...

She had a cute pout on her face, but she quickly smiled and looked back up

Shiina: But at least you are my book buddy

We went to a table in the library and both began to read on silence, occasionally having small talk. In the library, the place of solitude, I had made a friend

Shiina Pov

Ayanokoji-Kun and I exchanged contact info, and we both went our separate ways. On my way back to my dorm however, I heard a chuckle

Ryuen: Kukuku, it seems you have made a friend...One from another class to boot

His words were laced with venom and it put fear into me. He usually lets me do my thing and only tells me things when he needs something, but sometimes we have idle chatter

Shiina: A-ah don't worry Ryuen-Kun, I won't betray our class. I would never do that

That was earnest; I never would

Ryuen: Good, glad we cleared that up!

Chapter 9-Schools out for summer

Ayanokoji Pov

Ah summer, the season of her, fireworks and fun at the beach. At a normal high school, I would be frolicking on the sand with my friends, but this is ANHS. Instead, Chabashira is explaining a summer cruise that will have two special exams titled:

Capture The Flag

Zodiac Killer

Capture the flag we all know. Multiple teams fighting each other for the others flags. But the Zodiac exam? That's new. What, are we going to hunt down the Zodiac Killer? *Boom, boom, chak*

Chabashira: The exam rules will be explained later, but you're I'll be spending time on a luxury cruise. Be sure to pack your essential hygiene products. As a reward for your class having no expulsions, the cruise is all expenses paid

The class began to celebrate, cheering loudly at the fact the summer vacation will be great. Who could blame them? A luxury cruise isn't something you get all the time. And I for one was looking forward to it. I had only ever seen the ocean in person was when I was flying over it to go show off to some investors on New York. I never got to ever smell it or taste it, so maybe I can now

We got a few days to ourselves before the break started, so I was getting invites from all over. I accepted some, but definitely not all, there was definitely too many to answer. After I saved Ichinose from expulsion, she had sent me a message thanking me for it and inviting me out with her friends today.

I got to the meeting place a few minutes earlier and ran into Ichinose, Shibata, Amikura and Kanzaki

Shibata: Oh hey Ayanokoji-Kun! What's up dude?

Ayanokoji: Hey guys! And nothing much for me Shibata-Kun. I have just been hanging out with friends and stuff, what about you?

Amikura: We have all been doing good, but Ayanokoji-Kim, when you said hanging out with friends...do you have a girlfriend perhaps?

This witch is coming after me from day one. Well I can fight back too!

Ayanokoji: Well Amikura-Chan, if I were to have one, would you be jealous?

Amikura laughed and put her hands up in defeat

Amikura: Touché, but I will get you next time!

The others laughed at our antics as we went and had lunch.

Shibata: Hey Ayanokoji-Kun, why did you save Ichinose? If you let her go, you would be Class B right now.

Ayanokoji: Well the title of what Class you have doesn't matter until graduation really so it wouldn't matter if I were B or C, because I would when the same class points. Besides your class is formidable so you could bounce back. And why wouldn't I help out a friend?

Amikura: Mhm, true that. But Class B owes you one now, Ayanokoji-Kun!

Ichinose: What do you guys think about the special exams? I am especially wkdnering about the Zodiac Killer Exam...

Her fears are not unfounded. That name is definitely menacing and makes you wonder what is gonna be involved. Could it be a crime related one? Or perhaps a game similar to Werewolf?

Ayanokoji: The only thing that comes to mind is maybe a game of Werewolf? Maybe to test our abilities to lie

Ichinose: I just hoe out classes can pull through. Because of our failure to get good scores, we are very close to losing our position as Class B

Ayanokoji: I think your scores were tampered with...

Everyone: HUH?!

Ayanokoji: My class was taking about this since we thought we might be targeted, but I think someone paid to lower your score to lower your point increase and expel Ichinose, who is the class leader. I doubt Class A would care, but Class D wouldn't not stoop so low as to do that.

Kanzaki: Tch that Ryuen bastard...

Ichinose: Please calm down Kanzaki-Kun!

Kanzaki: Honestly how did he even get into this school? Surely he must have something on his record because I doubt he was a good person before this.

Shibata: Maybe it's cause of his physical prowess? Maybe the school overlooked his past for his brawn and brains...

Amikura: That would make sense but I don't feel comfortable with someone like Ryuen sneaking around.

The next morning, the classes lined up for roll call before getting on the ship. The ship was massive, probably as large as a normal high school; maybe even larger.

I got my room key and found myself to be with Ken, Sotomura, and Koenji. I entered and placed my bag beside my bed and saw my other roommates did the same

Ken: Yo what's up Koji? I am pumped for this vacation

Sotomura: Even the special exams?

Ken: Yeah! We're gonna crush the other classes and will be Class A in no time!

Ayanokoji: Haha I like your enthusiasm.

Koenji: Ohoho, I do find these exams boring. I will sit this one out, fufufu

Ken: Tch, oh no you don't you bastard. We are not letting you cost us points if you sit out. You are coming; even if I have ti drag you to the exam myself

Ken have Koenji a menacing glare. Koenji didn't seem to care and merely filed his nails. If I had to deal with him, I will.

Speaker: Hello students, please report to the main deck where there will be an announcement

I heard this announcement form the speakers in the hallIt had been a few hours since boarding, and everyone was off doing their own thing. I had gone off to explore the ship, finding restaurants, karaoke rooms, that kinda stuff.

I walked to the deck and the classes all lined up as a man stood on stage. He was Class A's teacher, Mashima-Sensei.

Mashima: I am sure you all know why are here. I will be briefly be explaining the schedule and rules for what you can bring for the next exam. The next exam will be in 2 days on an island. This island has no cameras, but do not worry, all students will wear Wayne's to ensure their safety. You will be on this island for a week. After that, you will have a 5 day rest period before going to the next exam which will take 5 days to complete. After that, you will have three more days on the cruise.

Mashima: These two exams will be very mentally and physically straining, so please prepare yourselves.

That will be all

Author: Hello everyone! I hope you had a good day so far, and I would like to introduce the start of volume 2! The results are in, Capture the Flag will take place on the island. The Zodiac Killer exam will be explained later. I hope you have a good night and goodbye! See you when I update again!

Chapter 10: Explanation and Day 1

Ayanokoji Pov

I walked around along the ships deck late at night, as the moon and stars shone into the water. The air was salty, and I could see seaweed adrift; it's just how I thought it would be. I stood at the railing as I stared out at the calm waters.

Himeno: Ah you're Ayanokoji-Kun right?

Ayanokoji: Yup, that's me!

Himeno: I have a quick question; why did you save Ichinose? We are competing classes, so you should have let Ichinose be expelled

Ayanokoji: Well why would I abandon you? We are allies after all, and letting you drop only benefits Ryuen.

Himeno: I see...Haah whatever, I don't care. I guess I can say: Thanks Ayanokoji-Kun, thanks.

Himeno walked away, her arms crossed. She is a really guarded individual, and to my knowledge, she isn't too interested with her friends at all, she just shows up when the class needs her.

Kikyo: Ohohoho, Kiyotaka-Kun is a playah~

Oh god that teasing voice. I turned my head to see Kikyo approaching from the other direction, with an evil smirk plastered on her face

Ayanokoji: What are you doing out so late?

Kikyo: I could ask the same thing of you. But if you must know, I am here to get some fresh air. I was getting dragged around by people all day. What about you?

Ayanokoji: Haah me too. It's so rare to get a calm moment like this.

Both of us were complaining to each other about the mental strain to have so many friends pulling you every which way.

Kikyo: Kiyotaka-Kun, it's dangerous for me to be here y'know.

Ayanokoji: Huh?

Kikyo: Any of your fam girls would kill to be in my position!

She giggled as if she didn't make me wonder if she was being bullied or something

Ayanokoji: Hm? What do you mean by that

Kikyo have me a blank stare, and just

~Stare~

Ayanokoji: Did I do something?

Kikyo: Kiyotaka-Kun, there is no way you are that dense. You have an entire frickin fan club!

Kikyo showed me her phone, where there was a group chat titled "Ayanokoji Fan Club."

Kikyo: All the girls talk about you, all the damn time y'know. I know basically every things about you based off how these girls talk about you.

Good, it seems I have reached some decent height, but it is no where near the top. There is still Nagumo Miyabi of 2-A at the top, and he holds it all. From what I have heard and seen, he is tall, smart, and led his class B up to Class A after mopping the floor with them in exams. They say the point gap is 750 points between Class B and Class A.

Kikyo: Sometimes I wonder if you are really smart, or are just the luckiest person alive

Ayanokoji: Who knows...

Speaker: Attention, the island for your next exam is in view, please gather on the deck for instruction

It was around 11:00am now, and I was walking around with Ken, Airi, Haruka and Akito.

Ken: Koji, my man, please tell me you have a plan for this exam!

Haruka: How would he? The exam was just announced after all.

Ken: Oh yeah, true that.

Ken scratched his neck, clearly embarrassed by the way he just quickly asked.

Airi: I mean, I t-think Kiyotaka-Kun could do it though...

Akito: Mhm, if anyone can, it's Kiyotaka-Kun.

Ayanokoji: Don't worry, I won't let anyone down!

That's true, I don't plan on letting anyone down. I plan on taking it all this exam. I just have to figure out the plan. Of course, I also have to think about them.

Mashima: Ok, it seems everyone is here. So, this exam is the Capture the Flag Exam. Each class will be given a plot of land on this island. The island is divided 10x10. Class A will start at A1, Class D at A10, Class B at J1 and Class C at J10. The other 96 plots can be claimed by the classes and each extra plot of land taken is 1 points. Plots can also be taken by other classes, for example, Say Class D takes Class A's plot of land at C3, the one point will be subtracted from Class A, and added to Class D. At the home plot of each class, you have a flag. You must defend this flag, lest you lose 100 points. If you take another Class's flag, your class will gain 100 points. If you take a fake flag and return to camp with it and claim it is the true flag, you will be penalized with 50 points. You are able to buy things on the island. This exam is to test your strategic abilities as well as your ability to survive. Each student will be equipped with a wrist watch that tracks your pulse, hydration levels, etc. If anything is abnormal, the school will be alerted. The school will show up to evacuate the student if the readings get too extreme. There are other ways a class can lose points. If they are caught hurting the environment and attacking other students, the class will suffer a penalty, and in the case of a fight breaking out, all involved in the starting of the fight will be disqualified and the class will suffer the 30 point demerit. The students will be able to drop out of the exam at any point, but the class will suffer a 30 point penalty per each drop out. You have Seven days on the island. In a few minutes, your homeroom instructor will come to bring you to your allotted plot. If you are sick, feel free to drop out before the exam.

There is a lot to go through on this exam it seems. Some might go for a defensive strategy, slowly taking plots of land, and on the final days, go in for the flags. Others might try to buy as many things as possible, then steal all the flags. There are many possible strategies to be used, and Ryuen will likely play very aggressive.

It's time to put Class A in their place

Author: Hello! This is the start of the capture the flag exam so that will take up a few chapters. So I hope you have a great day, and I will see you when I next update!

Chapter 11: Day 1

Ayanokoji Pov

Ike: Shut up you dumb uggo!

Shinohara: The fyuck did you just call me, you overgrown fetus.

Yamauchi: Shut up you are just some uggo

The girls and guys were arguing intensely after we were handed a list containing the items we can buy. The girls wanted to get a toilet, but the boys thought it unnecessary. There was also something else on the list that I want, but I won't buy it...for now.

Ayanokoji: How about we buy the toilet, ok? I know some won't like it, but it is a good way to stop our class from losing points due to misuse of the environment. It will also make sure we don't go in poisonous plants or something!

Karuizawa: Mhm you're right Ayanokoji-Kun!

Hirata: Yeah I think he is right

Kikyo: Yes, c'mon guys, we should buy it!

Numerous people began to agree with me, and we bought the toilet, food supplies, and tents. Ike surprisingly stepped it up this exam. He has a camping background so he knows what he is doing.

Horikita: I can't believe I am saying this, but I think Ike-Kun just did something cool.

Ike: Hehe I told you all I was good.

Shinohara: You lost all credibility.

Ike: Shut up uggo.

Ayanokoji: Alright everyone! I am going to go claim some spots, so be right back!

I began to run quickly to the oohs and aahs behind me, and began running into the surrounding zones. I snagged around 5 zones before I ran into some trouble.

Ichinose: Ah, h-hello Ayanokoji-Kun!

I looked at the map on my watch: I was near Class B's camp

Ayanokoji: Ah hello Ichinose-San! I have something to discuss with you! I think with it, we can make Class A and Class D fail the exam.

I approached Ichinose and whispered the plan into her ear as she shone as bright as a tomato.

Ayanokoji: Ichinose-San, are you sick?

Ichinose: Ah, n-no it's just hot out. Anyways, that plan of yours is super good! I will get everything set later.

Ayanokoji: Ok, thank you!

The two of us went our separate ways as I returned back to base camp. At the base camp, Ike had returned with some fish, and others had returned with food and berries which Ike then inspected to find which ones were edible

Ike: Edible, edible, edible, oop! Inedible...

Ike threw a berry to the side, but that's exactly what I wanted. I slowly snuck behind him and snatched the berries. Giving them inspection, I saw none of the mmm were deadly; of course they weren't. The school wouldn't do that, and these plants don't normally grow here; the school planted them on purpose. The berries could cause nausea, vomiting and rashes. Just what I need to destroy the other classes.

I began to work with Horikita and the two of us started working on the fish meal. Plenty of girls had to try to join us cooking, some trying to shove Horikita into a bush, but Horikita stood firm and got over to join me.

Horikita: You really need to control your cult, you know that?

Ayanokoji: Haah, tell me about it...But I have a strategy to win the exam.

I whispered the plan to Horikita. Her eyes widened and she looked over in shock.

Horikita: You think it will work?

Ayanokoji: I bet it will. The other classes won't realize what we did until it is too late.

Horikita: I suppose you are right. We should get back to cooking before we get witch hunted.

The two of us went on cooking the meal, making sure the bones wouldn't stab anyone, and making sure once more that the berries were safe

Mii-Chan: It looks so good!

Kikyo: Mhm, it's perfect!

Ken: This is the best food I've ever had!

Wait, was Ken crying? Everyone else was digging into the meal as Horikita looked happy too.

Ayanokoji: Do you like all their thanks?

Horikita: Haah, I won't lie: I do like the praises.

I see. Since she was ignored by her brother a lot, she subconsciously feigns attention; probably. There is nothing inherently wrong with it.

It was the afternoon, and right after lunch. The class was freshening up, cleaning the camp,and Horikita and I were officially on cooking duty. The camp ran like a well oiled machine, everyone doing their tasks efficiently.

I, Airi, Mii-Chan, and Ken went off on scout duty. I worry about Koenji. So far, he has done very little other than showing off and catching a single fish. Granted, it was a large one, but he may grow bored with just flexing his muscles everywhere and he might retire early and spend the rest of the exam on the cruise.

Ken: That Koenji dude pisses me off.

Airi: A-At least he hasn't retired yet, Ken-Kun.

Ayanokoji: Still though, he worries me. The fact is that he may still retire, and I have no idea how to stop him.

Mii-Chan: If only he was just more cooperative. Is there something we could bribe him with?

Oh no. I have an idea...ever since swim class, Koenji has been shooting be glances, as if trying to provoke me.

Ayanokoji: We can think of something, but for now we should search for Class A and Class D's camp.

I checked the map on my watch, and I saw we were in a Class A plot of land. We crept through as silent as we could, trying to see if we could check out the Class A site without being seen.

???: What's this? Ohoho, just the person the princess wanted to see

We all turned to see Hashimoto of Class A chuckling to himself as he stepped out from behind a tree.

Ken: You're Hashimoto of Class A right? Who's the princess

Hashimoto: The princess, Sakayanagi Arisu. And Ayanokoji-Kun, my man!

You are just the one she wanted to see

Author: Hello everyone! Sakayanagi is participating in this exam because it has strategic elements so the school let her be involved. Nothing else to really say. I hope you all have a good day, and I will see you next update!

Chapter 12: Beach Brawl

Horikita Pov

Ayanokoji Kiyotaka. He is strange. He is able to do anything and everything, and has earned the respect of my ni-San. Just who is he?

Horikita: Hey Kushida-San, you are close to Ayanokoji-Kun correct. Can you tell me about him?

Kushida: Ooh, Horikita-San, do you perhaps have a crush on him?

Where we were now, no one was around, and frankly, I am tired of her bullsheet.

Horikita: Kushida-San, drop the act. I remember you form my middle school, and I know what you did.

Kushida's smile dropped into an evil stare. It felt as if the clouds covered the sun, and everything seemed to stop.

Kushida: Oh shut the fyuck up, biatch. The fyuck do you want with Kiyotaka-Kun anyways?

Horikita: Please do not be so vulgar, Kushida-San. Do you know anything about Ayanokoji-Kun?

Kushida: I won't tell you, because in truth, I hope you choke!

Kushida said this all in her fake persona, I could feel the venom dripping off every word. She hates me a lot.

Horikita: Whatever.

Ayanokoji Pov

Ayanokoji: Sakayanagi-San wanted to meet me? Are you sure?

Mii-Chan, Airi, Ken and I stood a few feet from Hashimoto, a Sakayanagi supporter. He is recognized for his playboy nature, and the fact that he is like a snake.

Hashimoto: Yup, she wanted to see you. Ayanokoji Kiyotaka. So come on, better not keep the princess waiting. Oh, and your others just stay behind, this meeting is private

Mii-Chan: A-Ayanokoji-Kun, you shouldn't go.

Ken: Yeah this situation screams sketchy. Don't go man

Ayanokoji: Trust me, it's ok. I can handle this and will be back soon

Hashimoto: How little faith do you have in your leader, especially you, Pepper-Kun

Ken: Huh?! What did you say?! I will beat you up right now!

Hashimoto snapped his fingers and a shadow emerged from behind him. It was none other than Kito Hayakawa, a martial arts expert of Class A. Rumors say he loves fashion, but if one that hard to believe with his imposing figure

Hashimoto: If you do try to take me on, Kito-San here will beat you until you are a red pepper all over.

Everyone shuddered at that comment as Kito stood behind Hashimoto, his eyes scanning everyone up and down. He was ready to brawl at a moments notice.

Ayanokoji: Don't worry guys! Let's go Hashimoto-Kun.

Hashimoto guided me away as Kito stood with the others. Hashimoto and I walked side by side.

Hashimoto: Sooo how does it feel to have a harem?

Ayanokoji: A harem?

Hashimoto looked at me like I was stupid. This was the look Kikyo gave me when we were talking back on the ship.

Hashimoto: Dude, you do know every girl here wants to be close to you, right? Most of the girls in my class trade pictures of you at the gym! It's like the Pokémon epidemic but with pictures of you!

Ayanokoji: Ah, I see...

Hashimoto: Do you?! You don't seem to.

Ayanokoji: Well I mean, what are Pokémon?

Hashimoto: Ahahahha funny joke. Please tell me that was joke...

Ayanokoji: It's not...

Hashimoto fell to his knees and began screaming to the sky.

Hashimoto: WHY?! WHY MUST YOU TORTURE ME LIKE THIS?!

Oh my god, is he crying?

Hashimoto: I am gonna go die now, ok?

Hashimoto had guided me near a river, crying all the way. I saw a loli-I mean small girl-sitting on a rock. She held a cane in her hands. Besides her was Kamuro Masumi, one of Sakayanagi's most trusted confidants

Sakayanagi: Fufufu, yes that is ok Hashimoto-Kun.

Kamuro: Can I go then?

Sakayanagi: No.

Ayanokoji: Uhm, why did you want to see me?

Sakayanagi: I change my mind, Masumi-San, please leave

Kamuro: What do you want from me damn loli...

Kamuro muttered to herself as she stomped off after Hashimoto, whose sobs could still be faintly heard and I could hear his screams of terror as Kamuro said something to him, and then silence

Ayanokoji: Uhm, alright then, what did you need me for?

Sakayanagi: Fufufu, it's been 8 years and 237 days since I last saw you in the white room.

The fuck did she just say? I couldn't have heard what I thought I heard

Sakayanagi: Yes you heard correct. I said White Room

Ayanokoji: What do you want?

Sakayanagi: Well...I want you to fight me.

Ayanokoji: What?

Sakayanagi: Well, you are nothing but a false genius, and I wish to prove it. I am a real genius and you are fake. Once I defeat you and you are crying in a pool of your own tears, if you begged me to be your girlfriend, I wouldn't refuse...

Is this girl delusional?

Sakayanagi: Please do not think me crazy

Ayanokoji: Are you a telepath?!

That would be quite concerning. Then I would be unable to win if I ever needed to face her

Sakayanagi: Call it a women's intuition.

Ayanokoji: Hehe, that's some scary intuition you got there.

Kamuro: Sakayanagi-San, the class needs you for something

Sakayanagi stood up and began to hobble away with her cane

Sakayanagi: Well, that will be all today Ayanokoji-Kun. Until next time.

She is a strange one. I was on my way back to Ken, Mii-Chan and Airi, when I heard screaming. Is something and happening? I ran to the source of the screaming to see...

Eh?

My three classmates were playing care games with Kito, and it seems Ken was tied to a tree.

Ayanokoji: Erm, what happened here?

Mii-Chan: See, we were playing cards, and um, Sudo-Kun for a bit carried away so Kito had to restrain him for a bit

Kito nodded and place down three aces. I don't know exactly what cars game they were playing, but I untied Ken, and the group left after finishing the game

Ichinose: Hey Ayanokoji-Kun, do you and your class want to come to the beach with us?

Ah the beach. A place of summertime youth. Where girls and boys adorn themselves in clothing that barely evades being arrested, and play in the waves. Where the perverts look at the swimsuits and drool. Truly some summertime fun

It was the second day of the exam and Ichinose and a few of her classmates approached and invited us to the beach. A few people opted to stay behind to guard the flag. So far, at least to my knowledge, no attacks have been made to retrieve the flags.

Ayanokoji: Sure, we would be happy to come!

Ichinose: Both of our classes bought the summer fun kit right? We can play beach volleyball!

Yamauchi: We would be glad to come. After all, at my middle school, they called me the Volleyball King!

Ichinose: Great to hear Yamauchi-Kun! You can be the settee for your team then right?

Yamauchi: Setter?

All the color drained from his face. Did he really not know how to set the ball while also claiming to be the volleyball king?

The classes were separated, Class C vs Class B.

Class C Roster

Sudo Ken

Kushida Kikyo

Ayanokoji Kiyotaka

Yamauchi Haruki

Onodera Kayano

Hirata Yosuke

Class B Roster

Ichinose Honami

Shibata So

Kanzaki Ryuji

Amikura Mako

Beppu Ryota

Chihiro Shirinami

Hoshinomya: Alright, I see we are having a volleyball game? I will oversee it!

Where the heck did she come from? Was she prowling the beach like a predator looking for summer fun to watch?

Hoshinomya: Ok, Class B, choose Heads or tails?

Ichinose: Tails!

Hoshinomya flipped a coin in the air and snatched it and looked at her hand and smirked

Hoshinomya: Heads, Class C serves first!

The ball was passed to our side of the court and I caught it. I positioned myself at the back and I threw the ball up, leapt up and served it in midair.

Hoshinomya: Let the Class B vs Class C volleyball game begin!

Author: Hello everyone! Sorry for not updating sooner and all that. But I plan on doing a Love is War gag between Ayanokoji and Sakayanagi, not too plot relevant, just fun breaks form the plot with the other characters involved. I have nothing much to really say, so goodbye and have a great day! See you when I next update!

Chapter 12.5: Fun On The Beach

Ayanokoji Pov

I leapt up in the air and spiked the ball to the towhee side of the court. Shibata dove and barely managed to keep the ball up, to which Amikura sent the ball back over the net. Ken moved to receive, but Yamauchi darted forward and Ken tripped over him. First point Class B

Ken: Damnit Yamauchi, what the fyuck are you doing?!

Yamauchi: Receiving the ball, what else?

Hirata: Guys, maybe we should communicate to tell each other when we will receive the ball, so this doesn't happen again!

Kikyo: Mhm, I agree!

The ball went to Kanzaki, who served the ball to our side. I pounced on the hall and set it in the air where Kikyo leapt up and spiked it

Second point Class C

The game went on, point after point, until it was match point, Class C and Class B were tied with 24 points. The serve was up to Ken. He threw the ball up, and slammed it hard with his fist. Ichinose barely sent it back, only to be met with Hirata sending it back. Kanzaki and Shibata leapt for the ball and both hit it back over. I leapt up and slammed it back down into the sand, the point going to Class C

Hoshinomya: Alright everyone! Good game, but Class C is the winner!

Kanzaki: Hoshinomya-Sensei, forgive my rudeness, but aren't you supposed to be monitoring the exam?

Hoshinomya: Oh Kanzaki-Kun, you silly billy. I have Sae-Chan covering my shift

It seems Hoshinomya-Sensei actively runs from her work to relax on the beach and hope to come across her students. She was probably drinking as well. Her attitude would probably be like: 'It's five o'clock somewhere'

Our class went into the water to clean off the sand we had gained. The sand that caked our bodies after we dove for the ball several times.

I entered the water and I enjoyed the feel of it. I licked my finger which has been in the water and it tasted salty. I heard a giggle from behind

Mii-Chan: Is this your first time to the ocean Ayanokoji-Kun?

Ayanokoji: Ahah was it that obvious? Yeah it is...

Mii-Chan: There is no shame in that though. I haven't ever been to the beach ever. Back in China, the school environment was competitive so I didn't really have time to visit the beach.

Ayanokoji: Yeah, the school I was from was really competitive so I too never got to go to the beach

Kikyo: Hey guys! We are having a round of water volleyball, want to join?

Kikyo was holding a beach ball in her hands, and a few others were standing behind her. Yamauchi was underwater right now. I never took him for the type to try diving. He was looking up though, and at the girls. Of course

Mii-Chan: Oh we would be happy to! Right Ayanokoji-Kun?

Ayanokoji: We would be happy to!

Summer fun. I like it. Playing with my friends, smiling, having fun. This is the world everyone should have. Part of me wishes this moment lasted forever, but I know it won't...

Author: I will make a full chapter later today. I don't have much to discuss today, but anyways, have a great day! I will see you next time update!

Chapter 12: Star of Wonder

Ayanokoji Pov

The sky had turned into an orange hue as Horikita and I cooked a meal for the class. It was efficient this way, where we don't blow through the points we were allotted

Kikyo: Mm, that smells good! What are you making Kiyotaka-Kun?

Kikyo approached and stared at the grill we bought. Her venomous glare towards Horikita did not escape my vision. Horikita frowned and turned back to the dinner

Ayanokoji: We are making some cooked fish with a side of berries. Same as yesterday, sorry about that...

Kikyo: Kiyotaka-Kun, don't worry about it! You are graciously making the whole class a meal, so you shouldn't worry about variety.

Horikita: They should be thankful we are even making them their meals.

Kikyo: Hey Kiyotaka-Kun, can I talk to you for a sec?

Before I could respond, Kikyo grabbed my arm and dragged me into the woods where began to speak to me

Kikyo: Hey Kiyotaka-Kun...Can I expel Horikita?

Ayanokoji: No, why?

Kikyo moved up close to me, her breasts making contacts to my chest. She stared deeply into my eyes with puppy eyes

Kikyo: Please?

Ayanokoji: No. Trying to convince me to expel Horikita with your feminine traits won't work.

Kikyo mumbled something to herself while looking down at the ground. She seemed disappointed, but not strictly because of Horikita.

Ayanokoji: Is something wrong?

Kikyo: Heehee, no it's fine! Just thinking about something. But make sure Horikita doesn't go after me. She knows who I truly am. She knows my past...

Ayanokoji: You have never told me your past. What is it?

Kikyo: Haah you are lucky I like you. Here goes:

She listed her past to me: Her venting on the internet, her want for attention, how she tore her class apart when they found out. It's interesting to say the least

Ayanokoji: I see. Well I will make sure she causes you no harm.

Kikyo: Thanks Kiyotaka-Kun, you are always there when I need it. Anyways, we should go back before people think we are making out.

On our way back to camp, we found a peculiar sight. A blue haired girl, sitting my a tree. Her cheek was bruised, like she had been punched, and her hands were dirty with dirt and grime. If I recall correctly, this was Ibuki Mio, of Class D

Ayanokoji: Ibuki-San if I am correct, are you ok?! What happened to you?!

Ibuki: I had a...falling out with my class. I fought with them and they overwhelmed me so I ran. And here we are now...

Ayanokoji: Oh that is simply horrible. How about you come back to our camp with us? We are making dinner at the moment, so you can gladly eat with us!

Ibuki: Y'know? That wouldn't be half bad...

After dinner, the class had a meeting, minus Ibuki

Horikita: Ayanokoji-Kun, WHY IS SHE HERE?!

Ken: Kiyo, I know you want to hel people, but she is our enemy!

Sato: Mhm, that witch probably came to try and seduce Ayanokoji-Kun!

Sato had begun leading the Ayanokoji Fan Club and was the president of said club. She and true other members had made themselves believe that Ibuki was after me and wanted to seduce me

Ayanokoji: Everyone, I understand your concerns! I was thinking we could have people watch Ibuki and then try to get info for Class D's flag.

Yamauchi: Bro just step down, you aren't a good leader. You are gonna have us lose you idiot.

Ken: Hey twit shut up! This Kiyo we are talking about, he always has a plan

Karuizawa: Yeah and he has totes done more than you have this exam.

Haruka: Never talk about my sweet Kiyopon like that ever again!

Haruka was like a mother of my main friend group, watching over us like we were her children. Karuizawa was using her totes Fr 543 TikTok followers energy to girl boss Yamauchi.

Hirata: I think it's a good plan!

Mii-Chan: Me too!

Horikita: I volunteer to watch Ibuki.

Akito: I volunteer as well.

The class seemed to war yo to my plan. Phew, crisis averted...

As the night passed, everyone went to bed, however I had a trouble sleeping. I discretely stuck out of my tent and began to take a walk. Normally, it would be unsafe for people to walk in the woods at night. However, in the white room, they place us in dark areas so our eyes adjust to darkness quick.

The stars shone brightly in the sky, like someone poured salt onto a black table cloth some say. I enjoyed seeing by the stars. They remind me of freedom, making me feel like I can fly in the sky and just watch things play out.

Matsushita: Ayanokoji-Kun, what are you doing up so late?

Ayanokoji: Oh hey Matsushita-San! I was a bit restless so I came out to get some fresh air. What about you?

Matsushita: Meh, same story. How does it feel, having to deal with all the classes woes?

Ayanokoji: What do you mean?

Matsushita: Well, having to deal with people arguing with your ideas. The two idiots always talk bad about you, but they get shut up real quick

Ayanokoji: Oh...

I pretended it be a bit saddened by that. Realistically, most people would. They would be saddened that people talk bad about them.

Matsushita: Ah don't worry about it Ayanokoji-Kun. They are annoying anyways.

Ayanokoji: Haah, well I think I will go to bed for now.

I walked off back to my tent as Matsushita followed suit.

The next morning, I woke up early and I did my usual things. I did a workout and did a run around the island, collecting spots as I went. Over the last few days, the classes have been collecting spots all over the island. I would say the attempts for flag capturing would start once the border of the spots met. I managed to snag some from Class A as well.

I returned to camp to see some girls talking nervously outside the tents. Upon my arrival, the girls looked at me with red cheeks, but a few quickly recovered

Kikyo: Kiyotaka-Kun, something terrible has happened!

Kiyotaka: What happened?!

Mii-Chan: S-someone stole Karuizawa-San's panties last night. She's crying in the tent right now! What do we do?!

Ayanokoji: I-I don't know...Ade we sure she didn't just misplace them?

Shinohara: Ayanokoji-Kun, we already checked for that, but they weren't in the girls tent! We suspect the boys of doing it.

Before I could respond, Shinohara matched over to the boys tent and shouted inside

Shinohara: YOU DISGUSTING PERVERTS COME OUT RIGHT NOW. WE WILL THE DISGUSTING PERVERT AND WE WILL END YOU!

Author: It's time for the island exam witch hunt baby! Once again, I have nothing more to talk about, so I hope you have a great day! See you next time I update!

Chapter 13: Witch Hunt On The Island

Ibuki Pov

I woke up the next morning to see my schemes had come to fruition. Karuizawa was crying as the girls consoled her. Pitiful. If she were even slightly stronger, she would search for the thief herself, and not be crying like a lil biatch

Ayanokoji Pov

Shinohara yelled into the boy's tent and shortly after, Hirata emerged from the tent with a dazed expression. He, and most likely all the other boys, probably just woke up

Hirata: Shinohara-San, what's the matter?

Shinohara: I am sorry you will be crossed in the crossfire, I don't believe you or Ayanokoji-Kun did the crime, but still. Someone stole Karuizawa-Chan's panties, and it is one of the girls

Yamauchi: What makes you think we did it?!

Shinohara: It's obvious! No girl would steal the panties, only a boy would. And you and that weirdo Ike are the primary suspects.
Ken: And what if it was one of the girls?

Shinohara: First off, it wasn't and if they did, what motive would there be?

Ike: Stop pointing fingers at us and think of Ibuki-Chan!

Ibuki: Call me by that Chan again, and I will kill you, pervert.

Ken: See?! It's definitely Ibuki!

Ayanokoji: Everyone, please calm down! We don't know who sold it, but there must be a better way to handle this situation

Shinohara: Ayanokoji-Kun, I know you want to defend your friends, but one of them stole it, and we need to find out who.

The girl's tent rustled as Kauizawa stormed out. Her hair was a mess, and her eyes were red and puffy.
Karuizawa: Whoever stole my panties is going to die! I don't care who the fyuck it was, but how could you do this to me?!

The class went silent as Karuizawa screamed at everyone. Ike and Yamauchi shut up, but Ken wouldn't back down

Ken: Oi, shut up! We get that you don't like this one bit, but what right does that give you to yell at us like a Karen!

Hirata: How about Ayanokoji-Kun and I check the boy's possessions to see who stole it? If they aren't there, we can conclude that Karuizawa-San misplaced them

Horikita: I will oversee the search.

Kikyo: Horikita-San, are you implying Hirata-Kun and Ayanokoji-Kun are perverts?!

Sato: Ayanokoji-Kun isn't like that!

Horikita: At the end of the day, they are still teenage boys. I will oversee to make sure the search is just.

Everyone silenced as the boys stood in line as Hirata and I checked the belongings. Everything went fine until Ken. As I patted him down, I felt something in his pants pocket. I doubt it was Ken though. He doesn't seem like the type to be a pervert, at least not one who would steal panties

I stood up and smiled

Ayanokoji: Well, it seems like none of the boys have it. So Karuizawa-San might have just dropped it into the river or bushes.

The girls exchanged glances and finally nodded. The judge leading the hunt, Shinohara, relented and walked away.

As I was making breakfast, Ken approached

Ken: Yo, Kiyo, can I talk to you for a sec?

Ayanokoji: Sure Ken, what do you need?

Ken brought me into the woods, where he leaned against the trees.

Ken: I just want to say, I did not steal the panties, but why did you cover for me?

Ayanokoji: I know you didn't steal the panties. You aren't the type to steal panties.

Ken: Thanks, that means a lot. When we were in line, Ike slipped me the panties. He claimed he didn't steal them, and that he was framed. I think it was Ibuki. She turns up and then panties just go missing? Bullsheet I tell you

Ayanokoji: I am gonna keep an eye out for her, make sure she doesn't do anything else

Ken bowed to be gratefully before running off back to camp. I made my way back to camp and met with Horikita to continue the cooking

Horikita: I am aware of what happened with Sudo-Kun.

Did she know? Could she have eavesdropped on our conversation? I doubt it. Looking at the meal, it had been further made without me being there, so she would have had to make the meal as it went, and if I asked around camp, people would likely say that Horikita was making the meal the whole time.

So did she find out when I searched Ken? Perhaps she saw the look of recognization in my eyes after I figured the panties were in his pocket. Why did she not tell anyone though? Did she guess that one of the boys was framed? She was skeptical of Ibuki and watches her, so she would be already suspicious of her.

Horikita: When you were searching Ken, I had already figured a boy would have it, and the look in your eyes told me the same thing. I believe it was Ibuki because I doubt the boys would go into the girl's tent for the panties.

Ayanokoji: I have the same suspicion. When Kikyo and I found her, a spot near she was sitting was rough as if someone dug through it. Last night, I looked at it, and I found a box. In the said box, there were rations and tools for dismantling devices and smoke bombs. If you looked closely at the list, there were no smoke bombs that could be bought. So I doubt there was an actual falling out between her and her class. If I had to guess, there is a spy in Class B and Class A as well. It's probably a plan by the Class D mastermind, Ryuen.

Horikita: That is a very viable reason for why this is happening. I suggest we neglect to tell Class B. If we do, we can easily overtake them. The spies in Class B and Class A can take the flags from those classes easily with the smoke bombs. We should focus on dealing with Ibuki. We should kick her out quickly before she gets the flag

Ayanokoji: See, I have a plan. If we keep Ibuki with us, we can use her to defeat Class D. I have a plan to crush Class A and Class D

I whispered the plan into Horikita's ear, and she stared at me wide-eyed after. She definitely did not expect something so mundane to be the thing that will win the exam

Horikita: Do you really think that will work?

Ayanokoji: I believe it will work, and we can make sure Class D won't overtake us. And we can also close the gap between Class A and Class C.
Horikita sighed and shook her head, and simply went back to cooking

Horikita: Haah, I believe you, but if we lose, you will suffer in hell.

I quivered at that. this girl truly is terrifying.
After breakfast, I decided to visit Ichinose to inform her of what the spies likely have. As I arrived at Class B camp, I realized I only have just seen it, which was strange seeing as we were allies. I ran across a group of Class B students who were patrolling the border of the zones.

Shibata: Oh, Ayanokoji-Kun? Why are you here?

The students were friendly, but slightly on guard. If it weren't for my alliance with Class B, they would still be friendly, yes, but they might be more on guard.

Ayanokoji: I have to discuss something with Ichinose-San, so can I pass through?

Shibata: Sure, but I will be accompanying you.

Shibata and I set off, making idle chatter, and asking how the conditions at our home bases were. The Class B camp was built near a waterfall, and it was stationed in a nice area. I saw the spy from Class D, Kaneda Satoru. He was being helpful to Class B, but that was just a cover. He too was likely found with a bruise, and he likely has a box of his own. Something that

Ayanokoji: Ichinose-San, Kanzaki-Kun, I need to talk to you!

I called out into their base, and Ichinose and Kanzaki approached

Kanzaki: Ayanokoji-Kun? What are you doing here? Shibata-Kun, you may stand on guard here. You will escort him back once we are done

Ayanokoji: There is someone in your base that is a traitor. It is Kaneda Satoru.

Ichinose: Really?! But he is so kind and he helps out a lot.

Kanzaki: Honestly, I figured that. If Ichinose-San wasn't such a bleeding heart, he wouldn't be here.

Ayanokoji: See, we have Ibuki Mio in our camp. I looked where we found her, and I dug up the spot where she was found, and we found she has emergency rations, some tools to disable devices, and smoke bombs. I believe the tools were to disable her watch, so that she can't be tracked in the case that she attacked someone, and so her emergency alert doesn't trigger if she is having health concerns

Ichinose looked at Kanzaki with a frown

Ichinose: I guess Satoru-Kun is gonna betray us...

Ayanokoji: You just have to use the strategy I gave you to make sure that he doesn't win if he gets your flag.

Kanzaki: Ichinose-San told me of the plan. Quite a good plan at that. If only you were in our class

He threw a sharp glare at me. He doesn't recognize me as an ally at all, but who can blame him, we are close to surpassing Class B. But I don't plan on doing that...for now

Ayanokoji: I should be going by now, but keep what I said in mind

Ichinose: Goodbye Ayanokoji-Kun!

I walked back to the corner with Shibata and walked back to the camp by myself. If everything goes as planned, Class B and C will be the winners of this exam

If everything goes as planned, Class A and D will lose class points. I walked back to camp and enjoyed some card games with my classmates. But I need to figure out how to deal with Ibuki.

Ayanokoji: Dang Ibuki-San, you are really good at this game, huh?

Ibuki: Heh, yeah, I am pretty good at card games like this.

Strange considering we were playing Bullsheet, but that makes sense, considering how she is playing the class right now. I was trying to be nice to her, so that she may go easy on me if we ever face each other in a fight.

Ken: Yeah, really good.

Ken said that with malice in his voice. He is definitely not helping me with my current plan. he was pissed at Ibuki because of the panty incident, so he might just snap at her one day.

Ayanokoji: Ken, please calm down. I doubt Ibuki-San did it, right?

I smiled widely at her, and as she responded, she looked away. Maybe because I was treating her so kindly, she felt slightly guilty. But at the end of the day, she will still fight our class for the flag, but I can try to negate how hard she fights.

That night, I had to put the next stage in my plan to win. I snuck into Class A base, to see Hashimoto and Kamuro on guard. Hashimoto seemed to be trying to talk to Kamuro, but she was simply ignoring him. As I began to sneak past the two, I noticed Hashimoto grin in my direction. Did he know why I was here? I continued to creep past and made it to the Class A storage area. I took some of the poison berries I got on the first day. I mashed the berries up and put them in the water bottles they have after closing the bottles tightly. The only way someone would find that they were contaminated, was to actively look for it. Hashimoto, being a Sakayanagi supporter, would likely let the people drink it. If I had to guess, I would say Sakayanagi would throw the exam to make Katsuragi look bad.
I returned back to camp to see Ibuki standing near a tree.

Ayanokoji: Ibuki-San? What are you doing out so late?

Ibuki: I could ask you the same thing. Going on a walk?

Ayanokoji: Yes, I was a bit restless so I wanted some fresh air.

Ibuki: I heard you walking out last night, so I assume you have never been camping before? I will admit, I did think you might have been the thief since you were out last night, but I guess you weren't. You seem to be a nice guy, so yeah, sorry for thinking you were the thief.

Ayanokoji: It is fine, I would have done the same. You are pretty nice yourself, I am sorry for what your class did to you, that must be horrible.

Ibuki: Yeah, truly...

I went back to the boy's tent. The fact Ibuki knew I was awake last night, cemented that she was the thief.

On the dawn of the third day, the class was up and about, and Chabashira came for roll call.

Chabashira: Everyone is here, including Ibuki. In Class A, 7 students retired from illness, so the school asks you all to practice hygiene and to be careful of what you eat.

Author: Hello everyone! A longer chapter today. Nothing to talk about, just have a great day, stay safe, and I will see you next time I update. See you then!

Chapter 14: Thinking and Moving

Ayanokoji Pov
The moon rose on the 5th day of the exam. In the past few days, I surveyed the decaying condition of Class A. After several of their members dropped out of the exam, the class was in chaos. Some blamed Katsuragi, while others blamed Hashimoto, claiming he was sabotaging on behalf of Sakayanagi. Due to the blaming, the other classes have stolen many Class A spots. If they don't get it together, they will bomb the exam. Sakayanagi refuses to help, claiming it was Katsuragi's fault, due to his inability to maintain security in the camp

I had also noticed Class D lurking around everyone's camps. They are probably going to go after someone tonight, but my and Ichinose's classes are safe since we had a plan.

The stars shone brightly, and I saw Ibuki sitting near a tree. Earlier today, she had gone into the woods, likely to retrieve her tools for tonight.

Ibuki: Hey Ayanokoji-Kun, I am taking a walk just so you know.

I was thinking to myself when Ibuki interrupted my thoughts. Proving my theory, Ibuki is off to do something, likely to steal a flag.

Ayanokoji: Hm? Ok, have fun Ibuki-San.

Ibuki: Sir, yes sir

Ibuki gave a mock salute and then walked off into the tree line. I wasn't done with her though. I went over to Horikita, who was reading a book by the fire. Onodera, Ken, Ike, and a few others sat nearby, but they were in their conversation.

Ayanokoji: Come with me, Horikita-San. Class D is making its move, and we need to watch what is about to go down.

Horikita: Really? Do you think they are going after Class B?

Ayanokoji: No, I doubt it. Class A is falling apart, so Ryuen is probably going in for the flag. So we need to go before we lose Ibuki in case I am wrong.

Horikita and I walked into the treeline and took off right after. We needed to catch up with Ibuki to see where she is going. We eventually spotted her running in the distance. I checked my watch and saw we were running through an area near Class A's home camp.

Ibuki reached a small hill near Class A, and she rifled through her bag. She removed what looked like a small ball, which was likely the smoke bomb. She threw it into the camp, and shortly after, I heard screams of terror, and hooting and hollering.

A short distance away, I saw several figures running away with a flag in their hands. One of the figures was kukukuing all the way out of the camp. I saw another figure run after, but they soon tripped and face-planted.

Katsuragi: Damnit Yahiko-San, are you ok?!

I heard the voice of Katsuragi and soon saw him running up to Yahiko, who chased after Class D. Ibuki turned around and began sprinting back to Class C camp, so Horikita and I took off to avoid suspicion. If Ibuki arrived at camp to see us not there, she might assume we saw what she was doing.

Sakayanagi Pov

I sat idly by as I watched the chaos unfold. As I figured, Ryuen and his class ran in after the smoke went off, and they quickly snatched the flag. I had instructed Hashimoto and Masumi to pretend to try and stop Class D but to intentionally fail. Katsuragi and his mutt attempted to chase the invaders but did not catch up in the end.

Yahiko: DAMNIT. They got our flag, what do we do?!

Katsuragi: We have two more days to reclaim the flag. We have already lost a lot these past two days, so we can turn it around in the next two. I suggest we target Class C. They are rising up from the ashes, so we should quell them while we can

Hashimoto: And what about Class B? They are also rising up the ranks. Don't tell me Ichinose-Chan's charms got to you, hm?

Sakayanagi: Fufufu, that would be tragic. Having a leader who is unable to crush opponents is not very good. Which is why I should be the leader.

Yahiko: As expected of you, Sakayanagi. Capitalizing off of our misfortune to campaign around. Is anyone really taking her bullcrap?

Kito: Sss, Yahiko-Kun, silence yourself...

Yahiko: What are you gonna do? Dress me up in a skirt?

Masumi: Maybe you should shut up Yahiko-Kun. You have not helped the class at all and almost failed the midterms. You are one of the lowest performers in the class

Hashimoto: You said it! You go, girl!

Is this the zesty Hashimoto I have heard of? I have heard some gossip in my class that Hashimoto can act strangely. This is a phenomenon I must research sooner.

Katsuragi: Everyone, please calm down! We will crush Class C, then move on to Class B, and then to Class D

Sakayanagi: How can we trust that idea? After all, how do we know you didn't attempt to poison some of my team members?

Yamamura: I have to agree with Sakayanagi-San...

Yahiko: You too Yamamura-San? Are you really defecting?

Yamamura: No, I just want our Class to win. I don't care whose side causes it. I think we should uni-

Hashimoto: Wow, great idea Yamamura-San! However, Katsuragi-San over there didn't let that happen!

The class continued to bicker until we settled on a plan, but I doubt it will work: On the 6th night, we will attack Class C and take the flag, but we will definitely suffer for that plan. And who will take the fall for it? Katsuragi Kohei

Ayanokoji Pov

Horikita and I arrive at the camp, minutes before Ibuki arrived. Most of the class was in the tents, apart from a few of the guys who were talking to each other

Ayanokoji: Horikita-San, we should keep the info about what happened at Class A a secret.

Horikita: Agreed. Do you think Class A is going to fail this exam?

Ayanokoji: Possibly, but I can see them going all out, trying to claim spots, and also taking some flags. But them coming after us, will spell their defeat.

Ibuki arrived at camp, on a brisk walk. She is good at hiding her tracks it seems. I went to the boy's tent, and drifted off to sleep, drafting my battle plan for the upcoming days.

Author: We are going into the final phases of this exam, so expect some hopefully intense chapters. See you later!

Chapter 15: Class A vs Class C

Ayanokoji Pov

The dawn of the 6th day came, and I crept out of the boys tent and did my usual workout and jog, however, I was interrupted by someone.

Manabu: Ayanokoji-Kun what are you doing out so early?

The hell? This was the first year exam, why was he here?

Ayanokoji: Oh hey Horikita-Senpai! I am confused though; why are you on the island?

Manabu: One of the teachers presiding over the exam fell ill, so as student council president, I volunteered to take the teachers spot. So I am on my way to do Class AB's roll call.

Ayanokoji: Ah I see, though, it does make sense that Hoshinomya-Sensei would be sick. Probably a hangover

Manabu: Yes I have heard how she is hung over during school days. How did she get this job anyways? For an elite school, they certainly have a strange faculty.

Ayanokoji: Oh I was wondering, when do I start my student council duties?

Manabu: Oh yes, I plan on putting you in charge right after summer vacation. Have you out more thought to wether you will expel Nagumo?

In truth, I had, and I had decided to see which side is stronger. I don't care which one prevails, but I will help whoever will give me the most, points, influence, whatever

Ayanokoji: I honestly don't know. Why do you wish to expel Nagumo-Senpai though?

Manabu: One simple reason: He is going to shatter this school's ideals. He plans on making a "meritocracy". He wants a more individual style, where classes can rise with one person leading it.

So similar to the 4th generations individuality? If I had to say, I stand by Horikita-Senpai. It would be a waste for the students with high potential, if the already strong students could do whatever.

However, by no means does that mean I will help Horikita-Senpai. From what I have learned, Nagumo is top of his year, and he controls them all like puppets. He is ranked number 1 on the ikemen list, and second place goes to Aike Taro, from Class 1-A, and third place belongs to me.

If I allied with Nagumo, my popularity would soar, and I could overtake Aike easily.

Ayanokoji: I see...I will hear what Nagumo has to say, and then I will choose wether to interfere or not.

Manabu: Say, why were you placed in Class D? Even if you are now Class C, you were once a defective, so what is your defect?

He couldn't mean what I think he meant, could he? I was likely placed in Class D due to the lack of documents, and maybe someone at the top knew my past

Ayanokoji: Honestly, I don't kno-

Manabu: Ayanokoji-San, politely, cut the crap. You are a smart student, athletic, kind, adaptable. You have no defect. On the surface at least.

Ayanokoji: I'm not sure what you mean Horikita-Senpai. Maybe it was a mistake of sorts

Manabu: Please do not insult the school, it wouldn't make a mistake so dire. You are easily a Class A student, yet you were allocated to Class D. What is your defect?

???: Hehe, Manabu-Senpai, maybe the kid doesn't want to tell you. Just back off.

That voice cut through our conversation, and I thanked the figure, until I realized who it was: Nagumo Miyabi

He had a smooth smile, and his ocean eyes shone bright in the morning light. A commanding aura surrounded and threatened to suffocate you

Manabu: Nagumo-San, what are you doing here?

Nagumo: I wanted to see my favorite Senpai, is that a crime?

Manabu: How did you get here?

Nagumo: As a student council member, I came to make sure everything was progressing smoothly. After all, some students fell ill.

Nagumo looked at me while looking for a reaction. He knew someone caused the fate of the students, and he was looking. I kept my face in check and made sure I showed no unconscious admission of guilt

Asahina: Oh Ayanokoji-Kun! It seems both of us are going to work under Miyabi-Kun! So take care of me!

Asahina bounced out of the woods happily and threw her arm around my shoulder

Ayanokoji: Will do Asahina-Senpai

Manabu: Right, well, I will be off to Class B, so you three ought take care of yourselves and talk a bit.

He narrowed his eyes at the last part, but then he walked into the brush. It was like his message to me: "pick the right side or else."

Nagumo: So Ayanokoji-Kun, what's your favorite color? Do you like gambling?

Asahina: Oh Miyabi-Kun you tease!

Ayanokoji: I like red as my favorite color, and sometimes I like to gamble. What about you?

Nagumo: I myself do enjoy some gambling. My favorite color is lime green!

Asahina: Bleh it makes me want to vomit!

Nagumo: Oh Nazuna-Chan, how you hurt me so

Nagumo clutched his chest like he had been stabbed

Nagumo: I would have fallen to my knees but the ground is dirty. Seriously, you have to go through it this year. We only had to do a short exam this time around. I ain't complaining though

Ayanokoji: Lucky you! I can't wait to leave this island.

Asahina: Just stick it out Ayanokoji-Kun, it can't be all bad. Or is my cute little kohai too squishy for the woods?

Asahina lunged over and pinched my cheeks while acting like I was a baby.

Nagumo: Nazuna-Chan you are gonna kill him!

Nagumo chuckled and stretched his hand out a bit and dragged Asahina back.

Nagumo: We are going to be relaxing on the beach so visit us if you need it!

The day progressed as usual up until around 9:00pm. The air had a chill to it, and everyone talked around the campfire. Everyone was happy until we saw people running into our camp

Yahiko: Let's get the flag boys!

Aike: Yeah!

Class A rushed in, and our class leapt up. Our flag was in the middle of the camp, and Class A had a head start. Yahiko grabbed the flag and ran.

I ran after him, but I purposefully tripped and face planted. The reason I did this was because everything was going according to plan. Class A ran off with the flag as my class dragged me up

Ken: Holy sheet dude that was a nasty fall!

Kikyo: Kiyotaka-Kun are you ok?!

Ayanokoji: I'm fine...

Yamauchi: YOU! We lost the exam because of you!

Yamauchi shrieked. I noticed Ibuki left during the commotion, so I could tell the class my plan.

Ayanokoji: On the contrary, we just dealt a blow to Class A. Let me explain. You know how in the rules it said you would be penalized if you brought a fake flag?

Ken: Yeah? But they still got our flag.

Ayanokoji: No, they didn't. In the summer fun kit, they had beach balls and volleyballs, but they also had one more thing. A fake flag. So Class A just took home a fake flag

Nagumo Pov

At around noon, Nazuna and I were eating lunch on the beach when she brought up a strange topic.

Nazuna: Why do you fight Horikita-Senpai? It's creepy how obsessed you get...

Nagumo: Well, we all have idols right? Manabu-Senpai is my idol, but also my goal to defeat, to surpass.

Nazuna: Oh I get it. Wait no I don't

Of course she doesn't get it

Of course she doesn't

Author: Final island exam chapter incoming baby! I hope you have a great a day! See you next time I update!

Chapter 16: Counter-Attack

Ichinose Pov

On the night of the six-day, the class lounged around, playing card games. The air had a slight chill to it as I was having girl talk with some other girls

Mako: Gotta say, So-Kun has my eye.

Chihiro: I see, but personally my attention is caught between Ayanokoji-Kun and...a certain girl...

Chihiro's eyes darted over to me briefly before looking at the fire we had made. Does Chihiro like me?! That couldn't be, right?

Mako: Hey, Honami-Chan, anyone caught your eye?

My friend Mako teased me. She always enjoyed teasing people, which sometimes played to her detriment, but she meant well. Kinda surprised she likes Shibata-Kun, but I suppose it makes sense. But at the end of the day, she is after me now.

Ichinose: Eh? Well, I dunno...

In truth, I had a few ideas, but Ayanokoji-Kun stood out. I wasn't too head over heels for him, but he was kind, smart, handsome, and athletic...what am I saying?!

Mako: Hehe, Honami-Chan, are you perhaps thinking of Ayanokoji?

This girl has some killer intuition. I was about to clap back when I saw figures emerging from the woods

Sudo: Yo, this is Class B camp?

Horikita: Haah, yes it is quite extravagant

It seems like people from Class C have arrived. The patrol had returned to camp for the night, so that would explain why they managed to get here. Ryuji, Himeno, and a few others stood up quickly to engage the invaders, but a figure stepped forward while holding their hands up

Ayanokoji Pov

Yamauchi: Don't sugarcoat it and just tell us you lost the exam!

Horikita: Yamauchi genuinely shut up. Ayanokoji-Kun told me ahead of time so I know he didn't make it up

Shinohara: Yeah idiot! Ayanokoji-Kun wouldn't give us false hope

Karuizawa: Yeah you are just trying to put him down

Ah to be popular. My army of simps put Yamauchi down into the ground. If I were some gloomy dude, I would be torn apart by my simps, but they might have been Hirata's simps.

Ayanokoji: I think it is time to get another flag. At the rate we are going on, we will likely be placing third. So we should go after Class D, and that, combined with our plot scores, should send us to first place. However, we can't do this on our own. We should use our alliance with Class B, so that way we have a high chance of success

Horikita: So we are going to Ichinose for help? Fine, if it gets us the win.

Hirata: Let's go then. We can make a plan of attack there

In Class B

As some of my classmates marveled at the camp, I saw Kanzaki, Himeno, and a few others stand up. I walked in front of the class and held my hands up

Ayanokoji: Hold up! We mean no harm. We simply want to talk with you guys!

I announced to the gathering crowd of Class B students, and Ichinose stepped forward. As the de facto leader, she led the main negotiations. Unlike Ryuen's class which was built out of fear, Class A's division proves to be a weak system of protection, but classes like B and C are strong because of our strength in unity.

Ichinose: So, what did you want to talk about? Did something bad happen?

Ayanokoji: Before I say anything, where is Kaneda? He doesn't seem to be around here...

Shibata: Now that you mention it, where is he? Did he betray us?!

Himeno: I told you all but everyone here was wearing rose-colored glasses. Honestly, we probably are gonna suffer for that

Kanzaki: As much as I agree with Himeno-San, we need to focus on the present, not blame each other

Ayanokoji: See, Ibuki was a traitor to our class. I believe that they were employed here to watch over and be able to take the flag at a moment's notice. Enough about them, I have a plan. I was thinking, our classes could mount an assault on Class D. From what I have heard, Class A lost their flag, and you don't seem to have it.

I pointed to their "flag" which held high. No other flag seemed to be there. The flags had a specific area where they had to be. I had placed the fake in and hid the real flag, and it seems Ichinose had done the same

Ichinose: That is true, we have been playing defensively this exam. So maybe it is time to get another flag.

Shibata: I don't know...this could put us on the map against Class A and D

Chihiro: True, but if Class D had two flags, they will probably get 1st place, so we need to counter-attack.

Kanzaki: I agree to be frank. We fell behind during the midterms, so Class D could take our position after this. It is time to fight back.

The two classes hid in the woods near Class D. We saw Ishizaki celebrating victory while drinking soda with some other Class D people. Too bad they won't be winning for long.

Our two classes charged in, and Ken pinned Ishizaki down. Ibuko lunged from the woods out of nowhere and tackled Horikita and they rolled down a slope into the woods. Kondo and Komiya ran at Kanzaki and Akito and those four began to fight. The scene turned into chaos as everyone took on a foe, but in the end, we were winning the battle. Until the dragon and his bodyguard took the field

Those two pushed our classes back a bit, and Class D whipped out more smoke bombs. Seriously, how did they get these things? I darted over to the flags and snagged both of them, but not using my full speed.

Ryuen: Kukuku, it seems we have a runner eh? Too bad this is it for how far you can run.

Ryuen approached me from behind as he cracked his knuckles. I was not planning on engaging with him, and I quickly ran off.

Ryuen: Oh hell naw, you are not getting away! You are not stealing our flags.

Ryuen sprinted after me, but luckily for me, Ken ran over to Ryuen. He grabbed Ryuen, even if only briefly. I sprinted off into the woods where Ichinose waited. For the sake of alliances, I handed her the Class D flag, and she whistled to everyone, and the students of Class B and C fled the field.

Ayanokoji: Ken, take the flag! I need to go check on something.

I handed the flag to Ken as I ran off into the woods

Horikita Pov

Ibuki launched a kick into my side, but I managed to catch the kick. If I had been sick, I would have already lost. Still, Ibuki was impossibly strong. She launched another kick, and it connected with my leg, and I fell to the ground

Ibuki: Tch, you defectives are sad. Dumb, weak, self-centered.

Horikita: Don't forget who is in Class D.

I swept her leg out from under her, but she rolled away after the fall. We could go on like this forever, but someone ran out of the tree line.

Ayanokoji: Ibuki-San, back off, before I make you regret it.

Ibuki: What are you gonna do pretty boy? Have your cult come after me?

Ayanokoji: After what we did for you?! How could you do this to us?

Ayanokoji seemed angry at Ibuki, and she simply looked away. I picked myself off the ground and went back to camp with Ayanokoji

Ayanokoji Pov

The day of judgment had arrived, and the classes lined up at the beach. Class B and C were happy, Class D was disappointed, and Class A smirked. Most were confident with their scores, and Mashima-Sensei stood up on the boat with a megaphone. I could see the student council standing beside him

Mashima: Each Class has fought considerably hard here, so let me announce the results.

4th place, Class A, with 0 points, however, a deduction of 50 class points due to littering

Class A: Huh? Class points?! Did we lose class points? Who littered?!

Mashima: 3rd Place, Class D, with 57 points

2nd Place, Class B, with 190 points

1st place, Class C with 197 points.

This concludes the capture the flag island exam

Author: That concludes the island exam of the first year. Don't worry, Class A won't be butchered, and don't worry, it won't be win after win for our protagonists. I will release the short stories later, so buckle up for the Zodiac Killer exam. Have a great day, and see you next time I update!

Bullies SS

Karuizawa Pov

I had worked so hard for my safety. I try to shove it out of my mind, but it comes back every once in a while. The scars, the cold, the loneliness. It all reminds me of what happened to me: Bullying. I was bullied in junior high

"Slut"

"Whore"

"Bitch"

Those words were flung at me by my classmates. They hurt. They stung. I attempted once. I failed though, and I was taken to the hospital. It only got worse from there. The bullying got worse, and when I thought I was gonna break, I saw an ad for a special school. One that was isolated. I applied immediately and managed to get it! I was so happy.

Everything went fine. Kei Karuizawa was popular and secure. Until she made a mistake. She was mean to a girl from Class D, and now all of her friends were after me

I walked along the cruise ship and walked to the roof to look at the views. The island began to disappear as we sailed away. Our class managed to win, and everyone was so happy.

Manabe: Hey biatch

Oh no. Not her, anyone but her!

Rei: Manabe-San, y-you don't have to do this

Manabe: I do Rei-Chan! This biatch needs to learn her lesson.

Yahika: Yeah, this biatch needs to pay.

Manabe and her orbiters circled me, snickering at my clear worry

Karuizawa: Hey, back off!

Manabe: Oh not so strong now biatch. Seems you can only go after innocents huh?

The girls closed in on me as I tried to run

Yahika: You aren't going anywhere, skank

Yahika grabbed me and threw me to the ground, and the bullies began to take out black sharpies

???: Hold it right there!

A voice called out from the top of the stairs. All the girls immediately ran off to escape whoever it was. Someone ran over to me and lifted me. I saw Hirata-Kun behind this person, and I saw Ayanokoji lifting me up

Hirata: Karuizawa-San, are you ok?!

Karuizawa: Y-yeah they weren't able to do anything thanks to you guys

Ayanokoji: I am glad! Do you know why they did it?

Karuizawa: Well, it-it was because I got into a fight with one of their friends, and they got mad at me

Hirata: A fight, did someone get hurt?

Karuizawa: No it was a verbal fight, nothing more.

Ayanokoji looked at me with a strange look. Is he some kind of pervert? No, I doubt it. I stood up on my own, and quickly ran off, tears brimming in my eyes.

These girls are threatening my peace, my life. I can't let them do this. I spun on my heels and dragged Hirata to the side, and thankfully, Ayanokoji read the mood and left the deck.

Hirata: Karuizawa-San, do you need help with this?

Karuizawa: Well yes. I...Can you be my fake boyfriend?

I blurted out to Hirata. He gave me a shocked expression

Karuizawa: Listen, I was bullied in junior high. I don't want it to happen again, so please protect me. If we are in a relationship, they won't come after me. Please Hirata-Kun, please.

Hirata: Fine, I will help you. So call me Yosuke, and I will call you Kei, ok?

Karuizawa: Yes, will do. Thank you so much Yosuke-Kun!

Yosuke was my knight in shining armor, my hero. I personally don't love him, and he doesn't love me, but he is helping me.

Thank you Hirata Yosuke

Very Sus SS Part 1

Author: Yes this is going where you think it's going

AMOGUS

Ayanokoji Pov

I sat on my bed in my shared room and fiddled with my phone, answering messages. Every since when I lead the class in the island exam, my popularity went up high. The distance between me and Aike had closed significantly, and at this rate, I will be second in about a month

The door to my room opened, and I saw Sotomura, Hirata, Ken, and Koenji. Oddly enough, Koenji hadn't retired, but he disappeared essentially everyday. When confronted about it, he said he was exploring the sites and using the tropical environment to train his muscles. Is he a white room student? No he is too eccentric

Sotomura: Yo Ayanokoji-Sama, do you want to play my game amogus with us and a few others?

Ayanokoji: Amogus?

Ken: It's like a game where you are working somewhere, and there is an impostor or two whose goal is to try and kill off the innocent workers or crew mates. There will be meetings where crew mates have to vote the impostors out, but no one knows who they are, so you must tel truth and lies to get the impostor

It was like he was reading off of a script. This game sounds fun though. A game of truth and lies is my type of game

KiyoD4 joined the lobby

Horikita: KiyoD4? Ayanokoji-Kun I presume

Demonic_Angel: Hehe, seems like it. Why did you just put your name as your username?

Horikita: Cause I felt like it

Kushida's#1_fan joined the lobby

Kushida's#1_fan: Oh hey Kushida-Chan!

Ike was probably the #1 fan. Kikyo was probably the demonic angel, and Horikita was Horikita. We communicated with proximity chat and typing. I was having idle conversation with Horikita when someone joined

Average-Kukuku-Enjoyer joined the lobby

KiyoD4: Oh no

Average-Kukuku-Enjoyer: Sup dweebs

Horikita: Ryuen-Kun?! What are you doing here?

Average-Kukuku-Enjoyer: I am just playing Amogus with my best friends

Horikita: Kill me now

Average-Kukuku-Enjoyer: Will do

Strawberry joined the lobby

Strawberry: Hey everyone! How's it going?

Demonic_Angel: OMG ICHINOSE-CHAN

Both girls squeaked so loudly I felt blood coming out of my ears. Horikita was screeching in the corner, and the same on Ryuen's end

Kushida's#1fan: Kushida-Chan you should be a singer! You have such a nice voice~

Was that him trying to be suave? You could practically hear him drueling

FufufuEnjoyer Joined the lobby

Snek joined the lobby

Shizuku joined the lobby

Spicy Pepper joined the lobby

Starting now...

My screen turned into red as the word impostor sat at the top. Kikyo was also an impostor. It's boogy time

Everyone spawned in and I clicked the map button. There were several tasks I could fake as impostor. The majority of people headed south into Admin, so I followed. Kikyo followed shortly after, and I received a message on my phone

Kikyo: I am going to murder Horikita, you in?

How could she say such things and act like it was a friendly gathering? If she was gonna kill Horikita, I ought to kill Ken, sorry dude. He had a crush on Horikita for helping him with one on one study sessions for tests and stuff.

I activated my impostor ability, and sealed the doors connecting Cafateria and Storage. Oddly enough, Ken had left Horikita on her own, and Kikyo, Horikita and I were all alone where no one could hear us

Kikyo: You had this coming biatch

Kikyo leapt over, and mercilessly killed Horikita. She dashed over to a vent and hopped in, and I ran the other way.

The first of many murders was done

Author: For those thinking they hit their head and this is a hallucination, it isn't. This is a multiple part SS and I will finish it before tomorrow afternoon I believe. See you next time I update!

Very Sus SS 2

Ayanokoji Pov

I ran from the dead body as fast as possible, and went to the medical area. There, I mixed some fluids and ran off when Emergency Meeting flashed on my screen

Spicy Pepper: WHOSE THE RAT BYASTARD WHO KILLED HORIKITA

Demonic_Angel: Please calm down! Let's thing if the likely suspects. Ryuen-Kun did threaten Horikita-San in the pre-game

This girl...she lies like she breathes.

FufufuEnjoyer: Fufufu, perhaps it was you, Kushida-San?

Kushida's#1fan: How could you say that you monster?! Kushida-Chan would never! Right?

Average-Kukuku-Enjoyer: Shut up simp. This is a game, so if she was the impostor, of course she would kill.

Snek: How inflammatory of you Mr. Dragon. Should we vote you out?

Strawberry: Everyone please calm down! Our suspect is Ryuen-Kun, so I propose we vote him out.

Average-Kukuku-Enjoyer: SHUT UP STRAWBERRY HAIR

Soccer Fan62: Everyone, let's calm down

Spicy Pepper: RYUEN, YOU AEE GOING TO PAY

Voting time came, and the results were shone, anonymously of course. I voted Ryuen for obvious reasons. The vote was surprising

Soccer Fan62 was ejected
(The results are anonymous)

From the image that showed up, Ryuen was safe by one vote, and it seems Hirata got the boot. If I had to bet, Kikyo's fans, Kikyo herself, and Ryuen voted him, but that was just a theory. A GAME THEO-I will shut up now

I set off to go retrieve my chemicals form the medbay, and finished that task when I saw a lone Kikyo fan wandering the halls. In one swift movement, I snapped their neck then took off down the hall.

I passed my Shizuku, who hadn't really spoke this entire game, and she simply went out of my path. I wouldn't kill her...yet. She provided a strong alibi because I didn't kill her, nor did she spot me near the body of Kikyo's body-pillow owning #1 fan

Emergency Meeting

Besides the death of Kikyo fan, there was another: the death of FufufuEnjoyer

Spicy Pepper: First Horikita-Chan, and now Ike-Kun?! I WILL KILL THE MONSTER WHO DID THIS

Snek: Calm down dude, for all we know, you did it! You killed the princess after all

Average-Kukuku-Enjoyer: Again, shut up simp

Snek: No u

OH SHEET SHOTS FIRED. The mood was volatile, as Ken had already cast his vote, Snek and Kukuku enjoyer cast their votes, as well as Strawberry and the others

The results were out:

Spicy Pepper was ejected

Oh dayum. Luckily for me, the crew was just picking themselves off one by one, with Kikyo and I just doing some menial slaying.

The group returned back to the map, and I noticed we just need two more kills to win the game.

I followed Kikyo and both of us faked doing tasks when the perfect opportunity fell in our lap: A lone fruit wandering the halls. We crept silently up behind her, and Strawberry realized we were there before it was too late. She let out a scream, but no one heard, and it seemed the strawberry bled

Emergency Meeting

Average-Kukuku-Enjoyer: It was Kushida, she killed Ichinose

Snek: Yup, she's been acting pretty sus

Oh sheet he said the thing!

Shizuku: Y-yeah she has been pretty weird. S-sorry Kushida-San

Demonic_Angel: It's fine Sakura-Chan

I could practically hear Kikyo's head vein throbbing. Everything is not fine

With no other option, I voted Kikyo.

Demonic_Angel: Before I go, the other impostor is Ryuen-Kun!

Demonic_Angel has been ejected

The Final 5 Returned To The Map

Very Sus SS Final

Ayanokoji Pov

Another meeting was immediately called, and pandemonium broke out

Average-Kuku-Enjoyer: She was lying.

Snek: Yeah totaaaaally...VOTE HIM OFF BEFOTR HE KILLS US ALL

Shizuku: Y-yup

KiyoD4: Sounds good

Average-Kuku-Enjoyer: NOOOOO YOU MOTHER FU-

Average-Kukuku-Enjoyer was ejected

Snek: Ayyy, we won!

Snek turned to see me snapping Shizuku's neck over the table. He had the face of "oooooh sheet." The rest was history

Impostors won

Average-Kukuku-Enjoyer: I hate you all, you stupid cows

Horikita: So, Sudo-Kun, why were you so mad about my death?

Spicy Pepper: Hahaha, no reason. IKE-KUN SAAAVE ME

Kushida's#1fan: Oh Kushida-Chan how I missed you so! I knew you were innocent

She wasn't though? Is Ike that blind to Kikyo that he didn't notice her shank Sakayanagi and Horikita. The power of simp magnet is powerful

Elder Horikita joined the lobby

Your fav vp joined the lobby

Your fav vp was kicked from the lobby

Elder Horikita: What is up my fellow kids. Time to play some Amogus, pretty sus amiright?

What. The. *. Is he delusional? This is like the pinnacle of dementia effecting the human mind.

Horikita: Ni-San?!

Elder Horikita: Shut up you stuuuupid failure. Timmy was CEO of Apple at 5, and you only memorized the first part of the dictionary, you are a disgrace to the family name

FufufuEnjoyer: How about you calm down, dear old President

Snek: Yeah, please be to kind to your cute little sister

Your Fav Vp joined the lobby

Your Fav Vp: Hey Horikita-Senpai! I had some connection issues, do you know how ti fix that

Elder Horikita: No, shut up. No one likes you

Your Fav Vp was kicked from the lobby

Ship

Author: what's up people? I have decided on the ship for this fic.

The ship is...

Koenji Rosuke

April fools. You though I would do Koenji? Bleh, I would sooner DIE

Yeah so April fools! Real update later

Assignment SS

Author: Quick Tw: Torture descriptions. If you aren't interested, I will leave a note when it begins and need so you can skip.

Papakoji Pov

I stared at the reports that had built up on my desk after the year of the white room shutdown. Status updates on the students that had to be relocated.

Yagami Takuya was the second best student of the white room. His scores were right behind the top spot, Ayanokoji Kiyotaka. I believe perhaps the hate system we have brewed among him and the other 5th generation students has strengthened his will to grow. His scores were nothing to scoff at. He could give Kiyotaka a run for his money with his abilities

Ichika Amasawa was third, close to Yagami and Kiyotaka, but at the same time, she represented multiple things I created the white room against. Her family was nothing short of strong: Intelligent, cunning, strong. The Amasawa bloodline was genetically blessed, which passed onto Ichika. She had turned to worship Kiyotaka, which did not compare to Yagami's hate fuel.

And finally, the top spot, Ayanokoji Kiyotaka. While I was happy by his achievements, I wish he was not my son. His successes could be chalked up to me, as his father, giving him better treatment, or genetic prowess. His results were phenomenal, but he had a flaw: His taste for exploration. He had escaped with the help of his butler, Matsuo.

I stood from my desk and shoved the reports to the side. My office was the one thing in this place that wasn't completely white. A red plush carpet, mahogany bookshelves lined the walls containing research files and books by the best philosophers. On the other side of the door however, was a white hallway. No windows, just white

Author: TORTURE INCOMING, AVOID IF SENSITIVE TO THAT

I walked to a side room, and opened the door to reveal what I had put Yagami and a few of my men up to. The traitor, Matsuo, was chained to the wall. His face and body was covered with bruises and cuts, blood pooling form his mouth.

Papakoji: Yagami, what have you learned?

Yagami: It toon awhile, he was certainly a tough nut to crack, but I found what we needed. He and his son taught Ayanokoji about social skills and sheet, but that is irrelevant. Ayanokoji went to a government school called ANHS. It's completely isolated, and it doesn't take bribes it seems.

Papakoji: I see...Well it seems you ah e got what we needed. Go back to training. I will handle the rest.

Yagami did a small bow and walked out. I pulled a gun out from my suit, loaded it, and pressed it up to Matsuo's head

Matsuo: Please, I have a son!

Papakoji: Good to know, I will come for him next.

A small sob escaped Matsuo, and I pulled the trigger. The body became still, a good man, destroyed by compassion. That's why I am strong. I shed emotions long ago. But I still need to make a house visit

Torture over

Papakoji: Now hand over the letter

I extended my hand to the trembling boy, Matsuo Eechiro. I sat in front of him holding a gun to his head. He pushed the letter over to me, and I read it over. I nodded my head

Papakoji: Good job.

I took the letter and out it in my coat pocket. In exchange, I gave him a file folder.

Matsuo: Are these...?

Papakoji: Yes, the proof that your father is alive

I stood up and walked out the back door, and Tsukishiro closed the door behind me. Inside the folder I had just given were the pictures of the fathers corpse. Too and his son had to pay for his fathers sins. Tsukishiro lit a match as Shiba finished pouring the gasoline, and Tsukishiro threw the match. The house burst into flames...

Tsukishiro Pov

Nanase: S-so, it was those two, Ayanokoji Kiyotaka and his father Atsuomi who killed Eeechiro-Kun?

Shiba: Yes. Do you want revenge?

Shiba and I were tasked to turn Matsuo Eeechiro's friend, Nanase Tsubasa against the monster. Ayanokoji-Sensei planned on making contact with the school to attempt to expel Ayanokoji Kiyotaka. If that doesn't work, he will make a visitation by pulling strings with Director Sakayanagi to have his son sign the drop out forms. I was also assigned to get some dirt or fabricate a scandal on the Director, than replace him to make exams to expel Kiyotaka. And if that doesn't work, Nanase will have been trained by the white room, and will then enroll to expel Kiyotaka. Sensei always had a back-up plan for his back-up plan

Nanase: Yes! For Eeechiro, I will make those two suffer!

Tsukishiro: Good, Amasawa-San, you may enter

A girl with scarlet hair tied into twin tails entered the room with a smile on her face. She skipped over and sat next to Nanase

Amasawa: Hello Nanase-Chan! I am going to be training you in case you are needed for the mission

Nanase: In case?

Shiba: We are going after Ayanokoji Kiyotaka to expel. You can only be active in around a years time, so you are more of a backup plan. And don't go after Atsuomi. He is untouchable as of now.

We don't want to overthrow Ayanokoji-Sensei, but we need to make it seem like we will. The White Room needs its Masterpiece back...

Chapter 17: Lunch Date

Ayanokoji Pov
With the Zodiac Killer exam soon to start, many students were trying to enjoy time with friends. After the Karuizawa Incident, the two have came out as a couple, so a lot of attention was on them, but at the same time, this gave me a lot more attention.

Many girls who were into Hirata, or between Hirata and I became a lot more interested in me. I had a received a lot more invitations from people because of this, and on one suck outing, I was able to peak over a girls shoulder to see the boys ranking list, and it seemed the same thing happened to Aike, so both Aike and I were catching up to Nagumo.

I was wandering the deck when I received a message from a group of girls, a mix of all the classes actually

Kikyo: Heya Kiyotaka-Kun! A few girls would like to have a lunch date with you, are you interested?

Ayanokoji: Sure, what time? Because of Karuizawa and Hirata, I have gotten a lot more invitations and stuff

Kikyo: Around 11:00, is that good?

Ayanokoji: Ok I should be fine for then!

I received the details of the meet up at the cafe in the ship. I walked down to the cafe, but was interrupted by someone

???: You, aren't you Ayanokoji Kiyotaka?

Ayanokoji: Yeah, that's me, what do you need?

The figure chuckled to herself and I observed her characteristics. She had fierce red eyes like blood and long platinum hair. She was, by general agreement, beautiful. Kiryuuin Fuka of 2-B.

Kiryuuin: So you are my cute little Kohai that has enthralled the female population. A few males too! Truly, your charms reach everyone

That wasn't news to me. Some had told me that I make men gay, so that solidifies it there: I make men gay.

Kiryuuin: Are you perhaps gay?

Ayanokoji: No, why do you think that?

Kiryuuin: Any guy in your situation would have chosen one of the girls going after you. You should see the husbando wars that go on in the girls only forums

Ayanokoji: Husbando wars?

Kiryuuin: They are like the boy's waifu wars but instead of girls, it's guys. Your fan club dominates on the forums, to the point where it's like they are the careers from the Hunger Games.

Ayanokoji: Well no girl has caught my eye quite yet, y'know?

Kiryuuin: Phew that's good. Part of me thought you enjoyed stringing girls on and hurting them. Anyways, I ought to get ready for the pool. I am going to go get some tanning action. You are quite tan yourself my little Kohai.

Kiryuuin walked off in a haughty manner. In a way, she was like the female Koenji. Strong, pretty, likely rich, but from what I have heard, brash, uncooperative. If she acted better than she does, she could dominate the rankings. The boys have their own private ranking system of the girls. The only votes Kiryuuins gotten are from first years at the beginning of the school year, and then retracted once they learned how brash she was

Sato: Yahoo, Ayanokoji-Kun over here!

As I stepped into the cafe, Sato called me over to the table they were at. Sato, Hirata, Karuizawa, Mii-Chan, Ichinose, Shibata, Aike, and Kikyo were at the table. They waved at me and I pulled up a chair. The cafe was quite spacious and we reserved seats ahead of time so we managed to have a large group

Hirata: Hello Ayanokoji-Kun, how's it going?

Hirata and Karuizawa sat next to each other, and Karuizawa clung to Hirata like he was her lifeline. They had a conversation after I left the deck, so something happened. Hirata seemed somewhat uncomfortable by her actions, despite them being in a relationship, and this being very basic romantic gestures. Perhaps they were faking it? But to agin what? I will have to investigate this more

Ayanokoji: Hello everyone! Sorry I am late, just ran into someone and had a quick talk with them.

Mii-Chan: Oh it's fine Ayanokoji-Kun! We all get busy sometimes, I too was kinda late as well.

Everyone nodded along and I sat down and ordered lemonade and dangos. Lemonade was something I loved. It's taste and relief t gave from the heat was perfect, the perfect summertime drink

Kikyo: Hirata-Kun, Karuizawa-San, how did you end up together? Who confessed?

Kikyo immediately went for the background information on how they got together. That's just the way she is, she always wants to know things. Karuizawa was hesitant about answering which only solidified my theory that something is up with their relationship

Hirata: Well, Kei and I talked for a bit, and started meeting up. Eventually, everything just kinda clicked!

Karuizawa: Mhm, it was the perfect moment. We were on the deck and it was so beautiful outside.

Aike: Hehe, typical of Yosuke-Kun. He knows how to work scenery

Aike and Hirata were both in the soccer club, so it would make sense that they were friends. Those two's friendship could be our way to spy on Class A, but not without some manipulation

Yahiko: Oh it's Class C trash huh?

Teppei: Yeah it seems that they are taken a lot of room up. Taro-Kun, why are you with this trash?

Karuizawa: Oh shaddup. You got wiped last exam and we will do it again.

Hirata: Kei that wasn't very nice!

Teppei: That's a right, control your dog Hirata

Teppei sneered at Karuizawa, and the two got into a heated stare down. Teppei Araki of Class 1-A had green hair and glasses. (Reference for Assassination Classroom fans. Highly recommend watching it, ugly cried at the end)

Aike: Araki-Kun, I am just enjoying time with my friends, please do not interrupt us

Yahiko: Yeah? What if you're a traitor?

Katsuragi: Totsuka, silence! You must control yourself

Yahiko: Haah, fine Katsuragi-San...

The Class A students left and the rest go the day was peaceful. We went to the pool, played volleyball and had a good time...until someone had to ruin it

Ayanokoji: So Chabashira-Sensei, why'd you cal me here?

Chabashira: It's simple Ayanokoji-Kun. A man called the school and asked for your expulsion.

We were sitting on the in ship theater, with a play of the Greek myth Icarus. It is the tale of a boy who strove to en free, and so his father made him wax wings, however, he flew to close to the sun; and hai with his melted, and he drowned. Maybe it's symbolic

Ayanokoji: I see...

Chabashira: Of course, he offered a heavy sum of money to the school. The school refused, and I was informed of this. Whoever that man was will likely try to get you out to this school, and as your teacher it is my job to protect you. However, if you do not continue to strive for Class A...I might just turn a blind eye to that man's attempts...

Ayanokoji: So you are blackmailing me?

Chabashira: No, simply making a deal

This is one of those moments where I almost wish I had a different homeroom teacher. Until I realize that Hoshinomya-Sensei would molest me and that would be a case

Ayanokoji: I see...I will be going now

I dropped my facade and stared coldly into her eyes to see her shiver a bit, and then I walked away. That man will stop at nothing to take me back

But it doesn't matter. Nothing matters. Those who I call my classmates. Acquaintances. Friends. At the end of the day, that doesn't matter. Because at the end of the day, those words are nothing more than covers for the word tool. No matter what I feel, no matter my connection, they are all part of my toolbox. I don't care what I have to do. Who I have to hurt. Who I have to break. I will do whatever it takes to avoid that man, and have my freedom

I will win no matter what the cost

Author: I did the thing everyone! The famous monologue has been written, what did you think of it? We are embarking on the roller coaster of volume three and the Zodiac Killer Exam, so buckle up, and have a good day! See you next time I update!

Chapter 18: Zodiac

Ayanokoji Pov

On this very morning, the next special exam would start. Many students were apprehensive, but determination burned in the eyes of the Class A students. They had lost last time, and were embarrassed. They were going to prove their worth

Class C and Class B had the same determination. They wouldn't lose after such a win. They felt they were invincible. But no one can win every time. But I will try my hardest to win. Chabashira had blackmailed me, and after that, we had a strange conversation

Flashback

I will win no matter what the cost

Ayanokoji: Chabashira-Sensei, do you think society is equal?

Chabashira: Are you really asking me this now?

Chabashira lit a cigarette while she sighed. The play in front of was reaching the conclusion.

Chabashira: Haah, well if I had to say...Equality is possible...just very idealistic

Ayanokoji: Objectively you are wrong. Society is unequal from the moment we are born

Chabashira: Don't tell me you really believe that genetic genius crap. Tomonari has debates with Sakayanagi Arisu of Class A about that. I suppose that makes you even more befitting of Class A

Ayanokoji: That is but one inequality in out world but that can be changed. Hard work, dedication-Think if Sudo Ken. He was an idiot before but he had slightly matured, even if only by a few marks. Regardless of that, society is unequal due to the economic, political, medical fields. Many are born with disabilities, other healthy. Some are born in poverty, others rich and pampered

Chabashira: Tell this to the guidance counselor, not me

Ayanokoji: Yes, yes Chabashira-Sensei, I am sure you are quite busy blackmailing your students.

I walked away as the play finished with the father cradling his son Icarus, who had flown too close to the sun. I suppose Chabashira-Sensei has flown too close to the sun

Present

I received a ping on my phone and looked to see an email on my phone stating a date and time, as well as a zodiac. Mine was Cancer, the water sign I believe. I am not too knowledgeable on the zodiacs, apart from my zodiacs personality traits and my comparability with the other signs.

Time: 3:00pm

Be punctual, or you may suffer a demerit in the coming exam

So if anyone were to not make it on time, they would suffer a consequence. I imagine many would make sure to get there early. I had time to kill before there exam start, so I decided to read a book to get my mind in the zone

I approached the room I was assigned to and I entered. In the room were 2 of my classmates, 3 Class C students, 1 Class B student, and 3 Class A students. There were four empty seats, for a total of twelve. I can assume that each class has 3 members per group. But I hurt of 160, there are 12 zodiacs, and 12x12 is 144, so what happens to the remaining 16?

I sat down in my chair, and the remaining students came into the room.

I examined the students around me: Ichinose Honami, Shibata So, Hamaguchi Tetsuya of Class B

From Class A: Yahiko Totsuka, Teppei Araki, Hashimoto Masayoshi

Class D: Ibuki Mio, Albert Yamada, Manabe Shiho

And from my Class C: Me, Karuizawa Kei, Sotomura Hideo

Sakagami, the homeroom teacher of Class C stood in front of us and held a clipboard in his hand.

Sakagami: So it seems no one is absent; good. This is the Zodiac Killer Exam. As you can see, you have all been divided into the zodiacs from Western culture, and this is the Cancer group. There is a VIP in this group, and they must remain hidden. This VIP has the ability to "eliminate" one person in their group. This person cannot participate in this exam, and if they attempt to return to the group, they will suffer a 100-class point demerit. There are five outcomes to this exam: The first which involves the VIP being found out and reported before midnight on the fifth day of the exam. You will report the VIP to the instructor presiding over your group, this being me. The class that correctly guessed the VIP will gain 50 class points, and the class of the VIP loses 50 class points. The second outcome: The VIP is incorrectly guessed before midnight of the fifth day. In this case, the person who incorrectly guessed, their class loses 50 class points, which are then transferred to the VIP's class. The VIP will also gain 1,000,000 private points. The third result: No report is sent it the instructor before midnight of the fifth day. The VIP gains 150 class points, and the other classes lose 50 points each. Result 4: The VIP's class sends a result in. If this occurs, the three people in the group will be disqualified and will lose 50 class points which will be added to the winning class after. In this case, that group's exam resets with a new VIP being chosen. All the other results still apply, but with an extra 50 class point bonus. The 5th result: The VIP turns themself in by reporting three self to the school, and everyone in the group gowns 2,000,000 private points.

5 results in one exam? That's complicated, needlessly so. The third result may seem impossible, but it can be achieved because no class wants to only take the 50-point loss due to an incorrect guess, leading to a stalemate. In that situation, that could very well topple any class in moments. This exam could easily be a game changer. Class C could fall to the bottom if this isn't played correctly

Sakagami: The VIP has already been told before this meeting, so to the VIP, I wish you the best of luck. May the odds be ever in your favor

He whipped out a bow and arrow and cawed like a mockingbird before shooting the arrow at me-I'm kidding that didn't happen, instead, he set an alarm on the board for one hour

Sakagami: The groups will have an hour of deliberation in the morning and afternoon, so two hours total. Any means may be used to find the VIP, of course, violence is not allowed. With all said and done, any questions?

I raised my hand

Ayanokoji: From what I understand, there are 12 students for each zodiac, so what happened to the other 16 students?

Sakagami: See the school has put them in a special group. The Planet X group. That group follows the same rules, but they have an extra result. In their case, the sixth result goes as follows: In the case that the VIP is found out before midnight on the fifth day, the members of Planet X can vote to expel the VIP of that group the day after the exam is over, however, if the VIP is expelled, their class gains a powerful advantage in the next exam

In Planet X, it seems the VIP is in a fight for their life. Everyone here released a relieved sigh, thankful they weren't in Planet X. I will have to monitor the members of Planet X very closely, to see if I can find who the VIP is, and to see if they are worth expulsion and the possible boon to the class

Sakagami: It seems there are no more questions

Let the First Years Zodiac Exam Begin!

Author: Cliffhanger! How cool, I am such a great author Fr Fr. Feed my ego please. Let's see how this exam goes, so buckle up and get ready for the show. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 19: Cancer Group

Ayanokoji Pov

Sakagami: Let the exam begin!

Sakagami started the timer, and the hour started. He then walked out of the room, leaving the students alone. Everyone sat in silence, unknowing of what to do

Ichinose: Soooooo...does the VIP want to give themselves up?

Everyone looked at each other wearily as they thought about who could be the VIP. Manabe didn't make eye contact with anyone, but that could be chalked up to the fact that I know what she did to Karuizawa. On the other hand, she could be a VIP and a horrible actor. I have seen her when she lies. She lies to everyone about many things and is a good actor at selling the lie. Too bad I saw through it.

Yahiko had a pissed expression as he surveyed the group. He seemed heavily displeased that he would be with us, talking to us for the next 5 days. He also probably missed his precious Katsuragi-Sama. Teppei seemed stoked, but not to make friends

He leaned over to Yahiko and whispered something. I picked up words about winning, boosting himself, and Katsuragi. Simp

Hashimoto: Uh, we heard that dude. Keep your simp-hood to yourself bro.

Yahiko: Oh sorry Hashimoto-Kun, perhaps we interrupted your dreams of fornication with the crippled loli

Karuizawa: Could you guys not be so loud and annoying?

Karuizawa spoke up about her annoyance at the two talking about vulgar topics.

Manabe: Shut up ugly! You provably sleep around just like how you probably slept with Hirata you slu-

Ayanokoji: Everyone calm down!

Teppei: Shut up Class C dweeb!

Ichinose: Everyone please calm down!

Ichinose tried my approach and it failed. Everyone was bickering and yelling at each other. I stood up and slammed my hands onto the table. A few people jumped a bit

Ayanokoji: If we continue bickering like this, 9 of us will lose and three of us will win big time. We need to find the VIP so we can win win!

Yahiko: Shut up you lo-

Hashimoto: No, let him cook!

Surprisingly, Hashimoto backed me up, and most everyone agreed, minus Teppei and Yahiko.

Yahiko: No, we are not doing this crap

Teppei and Yahiko walk to the corner of the room and start playing games on their phones. If I had to guess, they don't plan on making a move until Katsuragi orders them to make the move

Ibuki: Stupid Class A brats.

Manabe: Yeah we will totally surpass your sorry butts

Albert: Manabe-San, please do not be so mean

Manabe: Uh I don't speak English weirdo

Ichinose: Manabe-San, there's no need to be so cruel

Manabe: Shut up Milkers

Shibata: Oh that's just cruel!

Once again, the group was on the verge of collapse, but the argument slowed at a point where Hashimoto jumped in

Hashimoto: How about we all play a card game to learn about each other. The winner can ask someone else a single question!

Albert: K

Ayanokoji: Let's do this! How about we play Bullsheet!

'Bullshit' is played with a standard deck of 52 cards. First, you deal out all the cards in the deck. Then, each turn is played as followed:
Player 1 places any number of cards face down in a stack and claims they are all aces. They must play at least one card, so may be forced to lie.
Any player can call bullshit if they don't believe player 1.
If player 1 lied, then they pick up all the face-down cards, including any that were put down on previous turns. If player 1 told the truth, the bullshit-calling player picks up all the cards. If no-one called bullshit, then play just continues.
Either way, it's player 2's turn and they add cards to the stack claiming they are all 2's.
The game continues like this, incrementing the card each turn all the way to the king and then restarting with the ace.
The game is over when one player gets rid of all their cards.

A game of truth and lies. My favorite!

Hashimoto: Yo Baldie enthusiasts, you in?

Teppei: Not interested!

Ichinose: Why? Are you afraid you will be caught because you are the VIP? If you were VIP, it would be in your best interest to participate, but it could be you trying to subvert expectations? That could make you suspect number one! So you may just cost your class the win and be thrown overboard.

Ichinose laid out the logic and smiled at the end as Yahiko and Teppei rolled their eyes and walked over and took a seat. Everyone received 4 cards, and the spare four were placed in a side deck, a bonus punishment for the first one to lose a bet.

Sotomura has the ace of spades and placed it down first. It followed with me, and I placed down a two

Yahiko: Bullsheet!

Yahiko took six cards after he discovered I didn't lie. Everything progressed normally until Sotomura told a lie followed by Ibuki screeching across the table. Sotomura took up 13 cards.

The game progressed until I had come out on too as I placed down my last card. Everyone scream Bullsheet but I told the truth.

Ayanokoji: Albert-Kun, how did Ryuen put you under his control?

Albert looked at Ibuki and she nodded.

Ibuki: Manabe if you tell Ryuen what happened with Albert, I will slaughter you

Manabe quickly nodded and looked away.

Albert: Ryuen-Sama wore me down mentally. After that, I started to be sloppy and make mistakes. And in a fight, he overwhelmed me

That was the information I needed. To prevent him taking down strong members of my class, I sought to know how he took down the gentle giant Albert. He sued fear to keep most in line, but he mentally tortured the strong to make them sloppy, where he would claim victory

Ayanokoji: I see. Thank you for that Albert-Kun. I'm sorry that happened to you.

Albert: Thanks man

Albert thanked me after I spoke fluent English to him. I knew many languages per the white room, so I spoke fluent English.

The timer rang and Sakagami entered the room and we all files out. Hashimoto approached me.

Hashimoto: Yo, the princess wants to see you. Meet her in the on ship library, ok?

Ayanokoji: Haah, will do

Author: Start of the Zodiac killer exam people! I laid clues t who the VIP was in this and last chapter, so if you find out who it so, please don't spoil in the comments. You can discuss who you think it is though! Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 20: Sakayanagi-Sama Love is War

Ayanokoji Pov

I approached the massive doors of the library and pushed them open. The doors were cold and smooth as I pushed them open and stepped into the library. Shelves lined the walls and hundreds of thousands, if not millions of books were on the shelves.

I approached a side area of the room where I saw Sakayanagi sitting at a table reading a few books

Sakayanagi: So you have finally arrived Ayanokoji-Kun?

Ayanokoji: Yeah what do you need me for?

Sakayanagi took her bag and placed it on the table. She took a book front the bag called 101 Psychological Tests To Find Love. Ok wtf-

Sakayanagi: Let's play this Ayanokoji-Kun

Ayanokoji: Ooh aah sorry I kinda gotta talk with my class

Sakayanagi: If you leave I will tell everyone about the White Room

Ayanokoji: Psychology is pretty cool right?

I did a complete 180 but who can blame me? If anyone finds out, my Highschool life will be dead in a ditch, just like Sakayanagi if she leaks the info. That Man will take revenge on her like it's nobody's business

Sakayanagi: I also invited a few others!

I heard footsteps from behind me and I began to regret my decision to come here today

Horikita: Sakayanagi-San, what did you need?

Ichinose: Yeah, did you need to confide with us?

Hashimoto: You can always confide in me princess.

Sakayanagi: Hashimoto-Kun, no. I called you all here to do some psychological tests.

Horikita turned on her heels but Hashimoto grabbed her and forced her to sit in a chair. Hashimoto was actually stronger than he let on. He truly will be a force to be reckoned with, however, he is definitely a fickle individual

Hashimoto will flock to those who can pay, so if I offered 20 million points, he would throw Sakayanagi into the dumpster immediately, but the reverse is also true

Sakayanagi: In a field of flowers, you are allowed to pick any amount of flowers. How many will you choose?

Well...I would take enough to make a bouquet to plant. Gardening seems like an interesting past time to calm down. Mendel experimented with plants and found the secrets of genetics. Plants are enriched in knowledge and calming attributes, but I digress

Ichinose: I would take a whole truck load and then give them out to people!

Horikita: I would take one or two

Hashimoto: I would take a whole bouquet and give it to someone

Hashimoto the romantic, Ichinose the charitable, and Horikita the minimalist. Sakayanagi shocked us all

Sakayanagi: All of them. I will take the whole field.

Ichinose: All of them? Isn't that a bit too greedy?

Horikita: On the contrary Ichinose-San, it is not greedy. What would be greedy would be to go to another field

Sakayanagi: Correct Horikita-San. Question 2: You are walking on a dark path, and someone taps you on the shoulder. Who is it?

Hmm. If I were on a dark path...That Man would be behind me. He would have a taser and a large sack with him.

Horikita: My ni-San.

Hashimoto: Masumi-Chan.

Ichinose: My mother

Sakayanagi almost dry heaves at our responses.

Sakayanagi: Never mind. Your answers were entertaining fufufu

We all got up to leave but Horikita grabbed my arm.

Horikita: Class Meeting. Now.

The class met in a large meeting room which was actually one of the exam rooms. When the exam wasn't happening, the rooms are open for use. We all gathered inside, but luckily the rooms were large and had some couches to the side

Ayanokoji: Alright everyone, let's discuss exam strategies. Any ideas?

Horikita: I think we should reveal the VIP's here and then tell them who to eliminate. If each VIP can eliminate one person, we can target individuals who get close to discovering the VIP.

Hirata: I agree. We should target those who's re perceptive or who are close to the VIP. And if possible eliminate those like Ryuen and Sakayanagi.

Ayanokoji: That is a good course of action, but we should choose our targets carefully. Would the VIP's step forward?

Sato of the Gemini group, Onodera of the Aries group, and Yamauchi of the Capricorn group. Yamauchi's idiocy might cost us in the exam. He is infamous for his lack of ability to keep his lips shut, especially when LOUDLY RATING THE GIRLS IN CLASS

Kikyo: To my knowledge, Ryuen and Sakayanagi are not in any of those groups. That's too bad to be honest, but we can still work around this!

Ayanokoji: Agreed, but who's in Planet X?

Sudo, Horikita, Haruka, Hondo stepped forward. Good thing they weren't the VIP, but I wonder what that boon could be.
Sakagami-Sensei said 'can vote' like it was optional, so I wonder how strong this boom is.

Ayanokoji: Let's call it a day for now. We have very little info to work with, but everyone please be observant!

Everyone went their separate ways, and I made my way to the top deck to meet with someone. The moon rose slowly over the waves as the boat slowly moved through the ocean.

Kikyo: What do you want?

Kikyo asked in a gruff annoyed voice. It seems all the time talking to people with no opportunity to safely vent was wearing her down

Ayanokoji: Hey I just wanted to ask how it was going. You seemed to be worn down

Kikyo: Yeah. There is no where for em to safely vent on this ship. When we get back I am going to have to play catch-up with the venting. I thought I was good at hiding it though, how did you know?

Ayanokoji: I dunno, a gut feeling I guess.

Kikyo: So that's why you'd asked me up here? To ask me questions about something you already knew? You should really treat me better, I might just rebel one day

My eyes snapped up towards her as I looked coldly at her. She shivered and backed up into the railing. I walked up to her and she had no where to run

Ayanokoji: Would you mind repeating that?

Kikyo: I-it was just a joke you idiot.

Ayanokoji: Good. If you ever rebel, I will crush you.

Kikyo nodded her head quickly. We both had similar status so if she launched an attack, if I played my words right I could crush her without even looking. A few fake tears and clever word play could repel her

I backed off and I saw she was blushing? Is she sick?

Ayanokoji: Are you sick?

I pressed my hand to her forehead and she leapt away.

Kikyo: N-no I'm fine. You don't just touch girl's foreheads like that. Then you would be labeled a pervert y'know. Then again, you could get away with it.

Ayanokoji: Hehe yeah. The perks of popularity I guess.

Kikyo: Mhm, you get it. Popularity has its benefits. Anyways I am gonna go for tonight. See ya tomorrow Kiyotaka-Kun!

Kikyo waved goodbye as she walked down the steps. The exam will continue tomorrow, and I plan on pushing the group forward a bit more. I have a few VIP suspects, but that list needs it be narrowed down. I also have to find out before the other classes or they might get the class points.

Author: Hello everyone! Thanks OsorenaFear (Using the normal @ wasn't working)for pointing out some errors I made. It was a real help so check some fanfics they wrote. They're pretty good! Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 21: Moral Compass

Ayanokoji Pov

I woke up bright and early, for I had a meeting with someone. I did the normal work out, obviously sneaking out of my room to avoid waking my roommates.

I will admit, I am not satisfied with the way our class has progressed. Of course, we made some good victories, but certain members of our class are not going to meet their potentials.

Horikita Suzune was the Ice Princess of our class. After I tore into her the night after her fight with Elder Horikita, she started mini toy accepting lunch invitations and participating in class discussions. However, her potential is great, to the point where she could surpass the likes of Sakayanagi and Elder Horikita. In the case I am unable to lead the class, it would be helpful to have a backup leader like Horikita.

I went to a popular breakfast spot, but at this time in the morning, there were barely any students around, and most of them were third years who were having a rather taxing exam.

Horikita: Why'd you call me here Ayanokoji-Kun?

Horikita walked up to the table and sat down. She seemed to act as she normally does so thankfully walking up early won't ruin her judgment

Ayanokoji: Straight to the point huh? Well we should get breakfast first. I am starving, what about you?

Horikita: I figured you would busy me with a breakfast first.

A waitress approached us with a notepad.

Waitress: Hello there! I see you two are able to get the couples discount? That's good...oh how I miss young love

The waitress was an older woman who looked to the sky. Jesus lady I only wanted pancakes not your emotional baggage. But that couples discount

Horikita: We aren-

Ayanokoji: We are a couple, so could I get a pancake with orange juice please? Suzune what about you?

I called Horikita by her first name to make this look legit, but she gave me the deadliest stare. I almost shivered under her gaze

Horikita: Right, well I will have the French toast with orange juice

As the waitress walked away, Horikita yanked out her math compass and practically leapt over the table to stab at me. No one seemed to notice her attempt to assault me since we were in a secluded area

Ayanokoji: Are you trying to kill me or something? Was it that bad that I got us a discount?

Horikita: I am trying to kill you!

Horikita walked back to her chair after stabbing my shoulder.

Horikita: What do you want?

Ayanokoji: Well I was wondering if you wanted to become more involved with leading the class

Horikita's eyes lit up as soon as I finished my sentence, but her eyes soon narrowed

Horikita: What's the catch?

Ayanokoji: Well it's simple: There's no catch. You have the most potential out of everyone in the class.

Horikita seemed to ponder it and then her cheeks flushed red a bit before she got a grip.

Horikita: What about people like Kushida and Hirata?

A valid question. Hirata was athletic and an honors student, and Kikyo has a large circle spanning the whole school, and she too is an honor student

Ayanokoji: I choose you because Hirata couldn't do what's necessary to lead, and we both know this, but Kikyo might act too brashly to get rid of people she dislikes. You can do what's necessary and have more room for growth than either of them

Horikita: I would be foolish not to accept. So I accept, to guide our class up to Class A.

That phrasing shows she really has matured. Before she would have stated the class as "this class" not "our class." I feel like a father who has watched his little girl grow up. I could feel like crying right now...oh wait.

Ayanokoji: What do you think of Koenji?

Horikita: That came out of nowhere? But I think he has great skills just he holds back too much. In a way, he is the most defective in our class

Ayanokoji: I am suspicious of him...You would think someone like him would have withdrew during the island exam.

Horikita: Could him actually training in the jungle be the reason? I doubt that though, don't you?

Suddenly, a notification appeared on our phone

Taurus Group Exam Complete

Results will be announced after midnight of the 5th day

A group has already finished?

Horikita: Hey...Wasn't Koenji in the Taurus group?

Ayanokoji: Do you think Koenji did a random guess so eh could quit the exam?

Horikita: Damnit, you are probably right about that. So we might have lost 50 class points because of Koenji?

Ayanokoji: Perhaps so...If so, that puts us at a disadvantage now, already perhaps losing class points

The waitress returned with the meal, and of course we had the discount which brought back Horikita's fiery rage

The time was 10:00am and the second meeting of the exam commenced. Everyone was on time once more and slowly the chatter picked up. Teppei and Yahiko sat out again and simply watched the exam go down. Hashimoto was still an active participant. So that's Katsuragi's move. It seems that Class A is still in turmoil, even if Katsuragi was now the minority. After the previous exam, the Sakayanagi faction ruled with the majority of 75%.

Katsuragi decided to have his followers sit out, likely for the late game to have stressed class guess one of the Katsuragi members. He will likely try to use that to agin more followers. Sakayanagi seems to like the cooperative method, and will try to deduce who the VIP is.

Class D seemed a bit confident and participated in the group. Could they have and the VIP in the Taurus group? Yeah very likely. Ryuen probably also had a strong strategy which the classes should catch onto.

Class B seemed weary but they still participated as usual.

Hashimoto: Let's play another game! I was thinking...Rock Paper Scissors. Since there are ten participating people, we split up into 5 groups of 2. The winner of each game can ask the other person a question. Who wants to play?

Everyone apart from Yahiko and Teppei participated. I was paired up with Hashimoto and we began our

Ayanokoji and Hashimoto: Rock, Paper, Scissors—Shoot!

I put out rock, but Hashimoto put out paper.

Hashimoto: Who do you think the VIP is?

Hashimoto asked a straight question about the exam. Should I answer straight or not. He might be the VIP, and if I say my true suspicions he might eliminate me.

Ayanokoji: Honestly? I think it's Manabe. I think she has been a lot more quiet than she usually is...

Hashimoto: Hmm yeah maybe. I haven't really paid any attention to her since she isn't that strong of an opponent.

So Hashimoto has been cataloging people based off their strengths and weaknesses.

Ayanokoji: What do you think of me strength wise?

Hashimoto: I think you are a strong opponent and all that, but I wonder if you can contend with the Princess. And there is something strange about you. You were in Class D, yet you're perfect at a lot of things...What's your defect?

It seems my skills have attracted attention yea, but to the more critical members of the student body, they want to dig into my backstory. Hashimoto is a shrewd man indeed.

Ayanokoji: Well there is something in my past I simply don't want to talk about.

I pretended to be flustered and scratched my neck. Hashimoto gave me a knowing look, shrugged and walked away. Everyone else was finishing the game when I was approached by Ichinose

Ichinose: Hey Ayanokoji-Kun, can we meet up after the meeting?

Ayanokoji: Uhm sure!

After the exam, I met with Ichinose in the karaoke room. I dragged Horikita along with me and when we entered the room, I saw Ichinose and Chichiro

Ichinose: Thank you for coming Ayanokoji-Kun, Horikita-San...

Ayanokoji: Sorry, I brought Horikita-San along since she is one of the class leaders...

Ichinose: It's fine...we need to talk. I need a favor from your class. Chichiro-Chan here is the VIP of Planet X, and if we lose in Planet X, Chichiro-Chan may be up for expulsion. So could we make a deal? If we lose in Planet X, your class won't vote to expel Chichiro?

Ayanokoji: Hmm, well if it's a deal, can our class put our own terms on? You must tell us the class's VIPs. I am recording this and I promise we will not report your VIP's, but I need to se sit there is a pattern and to see which members of the groups we shouldn't report. And we also want a favor for this. Is that a deal?

Ichinose looked at Chichiro and then back at me. Ichinose breathes deeply and nodded

Ichinose: For Chichiro-Chan, I'll do it

Author: Next chapter will cover what's going on in Ichinose class situation. Have a great day, and see you next time I update!

Chapter 22: Will of Steel

Horikita Pov

Ayanokoji and Ichinose finished their deal and we all split up. Seriously what is up with Ayanokoji? He seems to care about the class, but I kinda get the vibe that at the end of the day he will go as far as he needs to.

We found out the Class B VIP's are Amikura, Kobashi, Haruto Yonezu, as well as Shiranami Chihiro

I went to the ships library and sat down and began to read Crime and Punishment for the 3rd time. Some might think I am weird for that, but I think the nuances of this book attract me back to it.

Tachibana: Hey, are you Horikita Suzune?

A sweet voice rang into my ears. It seems like I'm getting no time to myself. The girls who I share my room with, this exam, and Ayanokoji.

Horikita: Yeah that's me, what do you need?

I looked up and almost gasped. It was Tachibana Akane, from Manabu's class. Why is she here?

Tachibana: Your brother, the Student Council President wants to see you. Please come with me

My breath was caught in my throat as I nodded and followed Tachibana. He wanted to see me? Why? I had reached out before but he doesn't even read the message...

We approached the door of a meeting room and Tachibana opened it. On the door was a sign saying "Student Council Office"

Tachibana: I have brought your younger sister. I will take my leave now.

Tachibana bowed and left the room. I began to observe the room. There was a mini-fridge in the corner and a long table with a long window. At the head of the table was my older brother

Manabu: Hello Suzune

Horikita: Hello Manabu

The air was thick with awkwardness as I sat at the seat opposite of Manabu

Manabu: So I wanted to ask about your relationship with Ayanokoji Kiyotaka. Are you friends with him?

Horikita: I...

I had to think. See, he is nice to me, and I wouldn't entirely object if he asked me if we wanted to hang out with some others. After I started hanging out with the people in our class, I realized it's pretty fun to have friends. So I suppose, Ayanokoji pushed me forward...as my friend

Horikita: Yes, yes he is. I have made some other friends...

Manabu actually looked a bit surprised at that. He leaned closer across the table

Manabu: Really? How did that happen

I told him about what had happened. How I made friends, how I considered Ayanokoji as my friend. At the end, he smiled.

Manabu: Keep growing Suzune, and you may be able to surpass me

The door opened and I saw a boy and girl enter the room with Tachibana looking in and mouthing the words "I'm sorry"

Nagumo: Hello Horikita-Senpai, Horikita-Chan.

Asahina: Oh so this is Horikita-Senpai's little sister?

Two members of the student council: Vice-President Nagumo Miyabi and Student Council Treasurer Asahina Nazuna

Tachibana: Nagumo-Kun, Asahina-San, Horikita-San is having a private conversation so please leave!

Nagumo: To be fair, we are going to have a student council meeting around now, so it's not our fault

???: Even so, we should have waited

Kiriyama Ikuto, the Student Council 2nd Year Secretary who served under the second year members, just like how Tachibana was the secretary of the third year students

Horikita: Oh well I will leave now anyways.

I was about to leave however Nagumo walked over to me

Nagumo: Ah you're just going to leave? You should sit in and watch your precious older brother do his work

Manabu: No the Student Council meetings are not wanna to be seen by non-members

Nagumo: Haah, well Horikita-Chan, let's exchange contact info!

Kiriyama: Nagumo-San please keep your hormones under control, and don't flirt with Horikita-Senpai's sister right in front of him.

Kiriyama stepped in between Nagumo and I, and I took my chance to walk out of the room. Nagumo was a strange figure indeed...

I met with the Planet X group as we all sat down. The members of the group were:

Of Class C: Sudo Ken, Hasebe Haruka, Hondo Ryotaro, and I

In Class D: Ryuen Kakeru, Shiina Hiyori, Tokito Hiroya, Nishino Takeko

In Class B: Himeno Yuki, Shiranami Chihiro, Kanzaki Ryuji, and Ando Sayo

Class A: Yamamura Miki, Katsuragi Kohei, Morishige Takuro, Yano Koharu

We all sat down and the one to start the conversation was Shiina

Shiina: So has anyone read any good books recently?

Sudo: Sorry but no, I have been busy practicing basketball. This ship has its own court for basketball and stuff

Tokito: Oh yeah I heard you are one of the stars, that's pretty good.

Sudo: Yeah thanks du-

Tokito: For a monkey yeah.

Sudo stood up and was about to reach over to biatch slap Tokito, but I grabbed his arm

Horikita: Sudo-Kun, get a grip. Class D is just trying to provoke you

I glared at Ryuen but he only chuckled and stared right back at me.

Himeno: Would you people stop arguing?

Katsuragi: Yes, we are here for an exam, not a fight.

Ryuen: Kukuku, but we are playing the exam Baldie. We are using the tools we have to win, what are you doing though? Fighting a crippled loli?

Katsuragi narrowed his eyes and Ryuen once again responded

Shiranami: C-can everyone stop fighting?

Ryuen: Why, did you're fantasy with Ichinose get interrupted by us?

Everyone gasped and Shiranami looked away

Ryuen: Kukuku, So I was right huh? The funny part is I purely guessed that too!

Shiranami: Why are you so mean all the time? You are just an awful person!

Kanzaki: She's right Ryuen, she's right. You are just a mean and awful person who can do nothing but be mean to people!

Ryuen pretended to wipe a tear away and snickered

Ryuen: Do you really think I would be hurt by you My Little Pony wannabes? Your class is so pathetic and just worry about friendship, but guess what?

Friendship isn't magic

Author: Double update in one day?! Who saw that coming? Yeah I had the day to myself so I wrote two chapters. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 23: Cornered Animal

Ayanokoji Pov

Kikyo: So that's basically the gist of it.

Kikyo ended her long wonder speech with a angry sigh. After our meetings we, had received the notification:

Capricorn Group Exam completed

Results will be announced after midnight of the 5th day

What is going on?! First the Taurus group, and now the Capricorn group? Whoever's doing this could be purposefully screwing their own class over or they are a master of deception and know when someone is lying. Kikyo heard from people in that group and they attested that the entire meeting, Class D was targeting Yamauchi for seemingly their own enjoyment.

Kikyo: I kinda wish I was on the Capricorn group. Seeing Yamauchi be ripped apart by Class D would have been so nice. He pisses me off, the way he ogles at my body.

Ayanokoji: I understand that, but aren't you worried about the implications of this? Assuming there was someone in Class D who was the VIP in the Taurus group, and Class D guessed Yamauchi, that puts us in easy striking distance

A/N: Forgot Class Points After Island!

Class A-974
Class B-857
Class C-807
Class D- 635

If what I said was correct, at the rate we are going, Class D is going to overtake us. I have my suspicions on who the VIP is for the Cancer group, so if I'm correct that will nullify one loss we faced. I can only hope that Sato and Onodera can keep their identities secret and the others can find the VIPs. I already know Class B's VIPs but per the agreement I can't report them.

Haah, this exam is one big problem for our class...

Time skip

I went to the meeting room at 10:00am and everyone was there except Manabe. Sakagami was in the room as well

Sakagami: Good it seems everyone has arrived. The VIP has used their elimination ability and Manabe Shiho is forbidden from participating in this exam. That is all.

Sakagami started the timer and left the room. Ibuki glared and looked at everyone. Albert sat still as stone, and a few people had to double take to make sure he was still breathing. Even if they weren't close to Manabe, they could feel a sense of isolation, having less members than the others

Ichinose, who was sitting next to me, had stood up and advanced to the head of the table. She stood as firm and as solid as she could as if she was trying to be like a wall

Ichinose: Listen everyone, I know we have all seen the Taurus and Capricorn groups end the examination. If I had to guess, one class won both of those groups, so we can't be like those two groups. We need to find the VIP before that same class finds them. And if that same class has the VIP, all the more reasons to go after them. So I propose we pool all our points and then buy the VIP. I have 200,000 to add to the pot. Does anyone else want to donate?

No one else made a move. Ichinose's plan was idealistic at best. No one was going to screw their class over for a few points since their classmates would leak it.

Ibuki: Sorry Fairy Tale Princess, but I'm not paying for that crap. How do we know you won't just take the money and leave?

Ibuki looked annoyed as she stared at Ichinose. Ichinose stared back

Ichinose: I am trying to help ok?! What have you done this exam?

Shibata: Ichinose-Chan chill out. Ibuki-San probably is low on points and all...

Shibata immediately realized what he said and quickly apologized

Yahiko: Cause she's form Class D, that's why she doesn't have points

Yahiko smirked at Ibuki who gave him the glare of death. Ibuki stood up to advance towards him but Albert forced her down into her chair

Ibuki: If I were VIP, I would have eliminated your snotty face right out of the gate!

Ichinose: If you were VIP? Are we sure you didn't eliminate Manabe-San to try and throw the heat off of your class to go under the radar? And plus you don't seem to like Manabe-San do you?

So this was Ichinose's move. She figured that if she made an obviously untrustworthy plan, it would start an argument and she would be able to throw suspicion on someone. No one in Class B was the Cancer group VIP, and no one from Class C was the VIP so she went after Class D or A. Either one would negatively react to the plan

Hashimoto: That may be true, but I hear Ryuen keeps his dogs on a tight leash and taught them not to speak unless they have to. Then agin, Ibuki-San is one dog that can't be tamed

Hashimoto snickered and grinned at Ibuki as she glared at him. The tension was so thick you could cut it with a knife.

No one really knew where to go. But Hashimoto's remarks to Ibuki were strange. Hashimoto was by definition, a playboy. He plays with girls not with taunts but by messing up their minds and hearts. That, paired with the fact that Manabe was eliminated after I flaked to Hashimoto, my suspicions of him have gone up.

At the same time, this could be a scheme from Hashimoto to get people to report him only to find he wasn't the VIP. I can see through most people, but Hashimoto is a strong liar. That's the truest strength of Hashimoto Masayoshi.

There is one side effect of Hashimoto's schemes. Manabe at nature is a mean and cruel person. I had seen her bully Karuizawa, but after her elimination, she must be pissed off. So what else could that mean other than the worst thing for Karuizawa.

Karuizawa is going to suffer soon

Author: I'm so tired but three updates one day?! This might be my own critic but that might cost the quality idk. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 24: Little Diary of Horrors

Author: Before we hop in, sorry about not updating last night! I planned on doing so but got caught up in...binging Total Drama. But yeah let's hop into it!

Ayanokoji Pov
The breeze had turned to a chill has I walked through the halls of the ship. I couldn't help but shiver as I looked out the windows of the ship. The clouds were gathering in a dark crowd, threatening to storm in any minute.

I turned my eyes away from the coming storm and saw a figure walking away as someone attempted to reach after them. From the distance I was at, I couldn't tell who it was so I edged closer. The figure walking away stopped and as I got closer...

Hirata: Karuizawa-San wait!

Why was he calling her Karuizawa? If I remember correctly, everywhere else he called her Kei. Did they break up or something? Neither of them seem like the type to get into relationships for a day or two then jump ship

Karuizawa: Hirata-Kun, why won't you help me?! Those biatches are bullying me! You saw it yourself

Hirata: Karuizawa-San, it's not like I don't understand it's just I don't-

Karuizawa: Don't want to what? Don't want to hurt them?! Get it through your skull that you need t do something!

Karuizawa whipped around and stormed off as Hirata meekly stretched his hand out in attempt ti stop her but no words came out. I stared at the scene as Hirata sat down at a bench and I decided to show myself

Ayanokoji: Hey Hirata-Kun, I saw what happened...

Hirata: Eh?! Oh Ayanokoji-Kun it's just you. So...

Ayanokoji: Why were you two calling each other by each others family names? I though you guys were dating?!

Hirata: Well we are-erm well...

Hirata stared at the ground then sighed and looked up with a glum expression

Hirata: I think I can tell you this but...we aren't actually dating. We are faking it because Karuizawa was bullied...

I know she was having issues with some Class D girls but Hirata said "was" bullied. She was definitely bullied in her past, that would explain her rocky exterior and sassy attitude. It's just a way for her to protect herself

Hirata: She was bullied in junior high and she is being bullied by Manabe and her gang. She came to me and asked me to be her pretend boyfriend. Manabe and the others are still antagonizing her and we got in a fight. Do you know what we could do?

Hirata turned toward me with hope in his eyes. He had no idea what to do because, to be frank, he was a total pacifist.

Ayanokoji: Why not report the girls to the school? Or do we have no proof?

Hirata: We don't have proof and I don't know what to do.

Suddenly, I had an idea. A simply awful idea.

Ayanokoji: I will think about it and will get back to you ok?

Hirata nodded and we parted ways. I messaged Kikyo for something and she responded with what I needed, and preceded to message two people...

Timeskip

I stood on the catwalk above the storage room and stared down into the room that was lit by a red light. Outside, I could still hear the booming of lighting as the storm raged on. Karuizawa walked below me and shivered as I stuck to the shadows to avoid being seen. Karuizawa looked on her phone and shivered. I messaged her anonymously to meet me down here

Manabe: What do we have here? A certain biatch hiding in the ship like the rat she is!

Manabe came from behind Karuizawa as her minions formed a semi-circle locking Karuizawa in the middle

Karuizawa: Leave me alone you crazy biatch!

At this point I began to record.

Manabe sneered at Karuizawa and delivers a punch to Karuizawa's stomach and she coughed and fell to her knees. Manabe grabbed her hair and jerked it back and forth

Manabe and Co: Worthless, ugly, stupid, biatchy, slatty, whoure!

The girls yelled out all these insults as they slapped Karuizawa. To finish it, they took a bucket of water and dumped it all over Karuizawa and the snickered as they walked away. The room was silent apart from Karuizawa's muffled sobbing. Her body heaved and as she gasped for air in between her sobs

I walked down the steps and stood in front of Karuizawa who slowly looked up at me.

Karuizawa: A-Ayanokoji-Kun?! D-did you see anything?

Ayanokoji: Yeah, I saw everything.

Karuizawa: Please don't tell anyone please!

Ayanokoji: How far are you willing to go to protect your secret?

I stared coldly into her eyes and dropped my facade and she shivered. I was her friendly ikemen classmate, or at least I used to be. Karuizawa attempted to walk past me but I grabbed her arm and slammed her hard into the wall and she let out a cry of pain

Karuizawa: W-why are you doing this?

Ayanokoji: I'm the one asking questions. Now how far will you go to protect your secret?

I showed the recording on my phone of her being bullied and she sobbed slightly as it progressed

Karuizawa: Anything! I will do anything!

Ayanokoji: Really? Ok then, spread your legs

Karuizawa: H-huh?!

Ayanokoji: Did I stutter?

I threw her to the floor as she yelped in pain and silently cried as she slowly opened her legs

Karuizawa: So you were just a pervert t-this whole time h-huh?

Ayanokoji: That's enough. You can stop doing that now

Karuizawa closed her legs in shock

Ayanokoji: I am not after your body I just want to see how far you would go. (Besides Hornykoji needed some entertainment)

Karuizawa: W-why?! WHY ARE YOU DOING THIS TO ME?!

Karuizawa screamed at me as she sobbed and laid on the floor. A pitiful sight really. Not that I cared

Ayanokoji: In exchange for not sharing your secret, you help me with whatever I want and tell no one of what happened. If you do, no one will believe you anyways, and once you do I will leak the video all over there forums, got it?

Karuizawa meekly nodded as I helped her stand up and returned to my facade

Ayanokoji: Alright go pick yourself up before you leave ok?

I stood nearby as she put on some makeup to hide her horrible condition and as she sprinted off a book dropped from her bag. I went over and picked it up and it was Karuizawa's diary.

I flipped through the pages and it was normal until it documented her bullies doing horrible things and one of the pages detailed how Karuizawa was going to unsliced herself, with "Kill yourself" written all over the page almost like claws. It seemed like her bullies at one point got the diary because one page consisted of insults like "Slat, whoure, biatch". Or could Karuizawa have written that?

Whatever, I snapped pictures of the pages and thought I would return the diary later. I went to the windows of the deck as the storm and thunder raged on and boomer in my ears. The rain fell against the windows. I fiddled with my phone and sent a message to Manabe anonymously with the the video attached

Anonymous

What will you do for me not to report this?

Attachment: One Video

Author: A chapter delving into Karuizawa Fr Fr. To those who celebrate it, Happy Easter! Have a good day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 24.5: Scars that won't heal

Karuizawa Pov

I sat in the shower of my room as I sank to the floor. I sobbed as the hot water cascaded over my body, over the scars that reminded me of what had been done to me.

It's even worse now. Someone I considered a friend is taking advantage of me and I'm now his little puppet, controlled by his strings. My body still aches from where I was beaten earlier, and I felt my body.

He had commanded me to spread my legs. Even if he only wanted to see how far I would go, that fear still plagued me. My heart thumped wildly like a bull who was just let out of its cage but I had the energy of a sloth. I wanted to curl up and die right here right now

Then, no one could hurt me. Not my father. Not Manabe. Not Ayanokoji.

I finally shut the water off and I stared into the mirror. My eyes were puffy from the crying and I pressed my face into a towel to clean myself off...

Manabe Pov

Manabe: Haah, that was satisfying! I had to blow off some steam since I got eliminated. That biatch had it coming!

Rio: Mhm yeah...but don't you think we went a little too far?

Manabe: Uh, no? She bullied Rika so she had it coming

Rio: But...what if we're the bullies?

Rio looked down at the table as we all sat around drinking juice. I had been absentmindedly scrolling on my phone when I shot her a glare. Rika was always so apprehensive about frickin EVERYTHING. Honestly, doing things with her is always so boring cause she always asks if what we're doing is right.

Ding

I received a message on my phone from anonymous

I gasped in horror as I played the video of what happened to Karuizawa. It was above us, had we really not realized someone had seen everything from above us?!

I quickly messaged back: Who are you?! What do you want?

Rio: Is something wrong Shiho-Chan?

Manabe: No nothing just have to answer this!

I quickly ran off to an isolated area of the ship and I called the number. Someone picked up and a deep gruff voice responded

Tell me who the Class D VIP's are, or I will leak this video and have you expelled

Manabe: What makes you think anyone will care for that Karuizawa biatch?!

???: This isn't a conversation. You might be fine; it what about Rika? If your class loses points, Ryuen will beat you all. After that, intense bullying. Rika might be traumatized and drop out, or worse...

My heart caught in my throat. I don't want Rika to suffer for my actions but this has to be a bluff?! Whoever this psycho is wouldn't dare do that

Manabe: Shut up you're just bluffing

???: Do you want to test me Manabe Shiho? Or should I end your Highschool life, AND Rei Rika's? The choice is yours...

Author: Hey people! I wanted to write something today but at the same time I didn't want to write too much, yeah whatever. We are approaching the end of volume 3 and due to my bad pacing, this exam will leak into V4, so the next volume will cover the remainder of summer vacation and stuff like that. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 25: Class D's Vengeance

Ayanokoji Pov
The storm raged on as the ship slowly moved through the waves. The waves crashed, the thunder boomed, and through it all, I was manipulating Manabe. I sent her the recording and forced her to accept my terms

I held the voice changer I received from Sotomura and spoke to Manabe on the other end of the phone.

Ayanokoji: So who are Class D's VIPs?

Manabe hesitated on the other end and stayed silent for a second but breathed in and spoke

Manabe: Well I don't know ALL of them. Ryuen told them all to individually message him but I do know my friend, Nanami Yabu is a VIP...

Ayanokoji: Hm? Ok what group is she in?

Manabe: She is from the Scorpio group. Can I go now?

Manabe said impatiently as I could hear her tapping her foot on the ground in annoyance

Ayanokoji: Yeah yeah sure. But this isn't the end of our calls, got it?

I hung up before she replied and I clicked the voice changer off and I sat on a bench reading. All of the sudden, a close boom of thunder was heard and the lights flickered. I looked to my phone to see the WiFi was out. I could use a break from people asking me to hang out so I welcomed it like it was the fun uncle at a family gathering

It seems the ship had a generator on standby for this exact situation. I walked to one of the meeting rooms for the exam but there was a sign hung on the door

'Due to technical issues, the 4th day of the exam has been cancelled. The exam will resume tomorrow but there will be no 4th day.'

No 4th day?! That is certainly a hinderance but eh, what can you do? Sue the school? Nobody is that crazy. Except Horikita who would sue them if anything went wrong

I heard footsteps and I looked to see Karuizawa who was scanning the sign. She looked at me and sprinted away at top speed. I can't blame her since I DID make her think I was about to rape her.

It was early morning on the final day of the exam. The 4th day was cancelled so was this technically the 4th day? It was the final day of the testing period so maybe 5th. I dunno, small town mystery.

I walked into the room at the first meeting and saw Sakagami at the head of the table. I say next to Karuizawa and her nails dig deep furrows into the leather armrest of the chair and she leaned as far away as she could from me. I ignored it since it didn't effect me and I didn't really care all that much.

Sakagami: This is the final day of the exam, this is also the final meeting. Use it well and remember to report your guesses by midnight.

Sakagami left and started the timer and people started to talk and ask questions. Things about who was the VIP, who would win the exam that stuff. I picked up my phone and began to draft an email to Sakagami-Sensei. I stood up and stared into the eyes of who was the VIP.

Ayanokoji: Hashimoto, are you the VIP?

Everyone stopped talking and looked over to me who was staring into Hashimoto's eyes. He grinned and kinda chuckled.

Hashimoto: What makes you think that? I didn't do anything suspicious did I?

Hashimoto was keeping cool but Teppei and Yahiko look like someone had revealed they watched Hentai in class. That may just be an analogy but that might actually be true now that I think about it

Ichinose: Yeah why do you think that Ayanokoji-Kun?

Ichinose stood and placed her hands on the desk as she stared at me and Hashimoto. Ibuki and Albert silently watched on in interest

Ayanokoji: I don't quite have to explain do I? But the thing that tipped me off was the fact that Hashimoto asked me a lot of questions, as if he was testing me. When I told him I figured Manabe was the VIP, she was eliminated by next meeting. I know it wasn't likely someone from Class D because Ibuki and Albert were surprised when Sakagami-Sensei revealed the VIP was already emailed what time they played, something the VIP wouldn't be surprised to know. I know it was no one from Class B deal to a deal we made.

Ibuki grimaced and looked away. She was angry she allowed herself to be read so easily. To be fair, she isn't a bad actor, I am just good at reading people.

Hashimoto: Mm that's an interesting theory you have there. Don't you want to wait to see if your suspicions are correct? I certainly would!

Teppei: Yeah don't you want to do that Ayanokoji?

Ayanokoji: That would be smart, but I have one more piece of evidence. Teppei, Yahiko? You sat out the majority of the exam other then to put your two sense in. Hashimoto however played with the group. In other groups, the Class A students sat out no matter which faction they belonged to. Hashimoto went against the plan to engage in the exam.

I held my phone out and everyone saw as I sent an email to Sakagami-Sensei stating Hashimoto as the VIP

Hashimoto: Hehehe, honestly you're something else! The princess let me do whatever since I doubted your strength since you were a defective before! But it seems you're the real deal. Yeah I was the VIP

Everyone gasped and looked at me with shock.

Hashimoto: Though I will watch out for you now. And I will find what your defect is, and when I find it...EVERYONE will know.

Sakagami entered and ushered us all outside of the meeting room and he closed the door.

Yahiko: HASHIMOTO YOU BASTARD! WHY DIDNT YOU JUST FALL IN LINE HUH?!

Hashimoto: Shut up Baldie fan, you accepted the hush money right?

Yahiko stormed off and flipped us all off. Teppei followed after him and flipped us off and Hashimoto still held his head high and strolled off leisurely. Everyone congratulated me except for Karuizawa who practically sprinted away as soon as possible

The clock moved to midnight and at 12:01, we all received a notification. I imaging most people were awake to see the results. Everyone else in the room were awake and curious about the results.

Zodiac Killer Exam Results

Class A-1030
Class B-760
Class C-590
Class D-705

I sighed and shut my phone off and ignored the distraught of my dorm mates. We lost. Class D surpassed us point wise and we were being demoted. But this exam had taught me something. There was no doubt about it

There was a traitor in my Class

Author: That's the end of V3! Honestly I haven't had much free time due to some projects and poetry I had to work on. I think it reflected in the way this exam played out but I'll do better next time to make it up to you. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Horkita Suzune SS-In the Spotlight

Horikita Pov

Ayanokoji had put me in position as one of Class C-I mean Class D's leaders with him, Hirata, and Kushida

Kushida and I hate each other but it seems we were both able to move past our differences and work for the class. That didn't stop her for being mean and cruel to me but whatever.

Luckily, in the downfall of the exam, no one blamed Ayanokoji for the defeat. For once, even Yamauchi was supporting him in the loss. Perhaps there is room for him to grow, but that potential is hard to gets when all he thinks about it "Boobies or Ars"

People even said it's not my fault either. I expected there to be backlash towards me, saying "Horikita lost the exam for us!" Or "If she didn't want the spotlight so bad, we would already be in Class B!"

Everyone held there heads eye in the defeat and at least they are showing motivation and are looking ahead to the future. The final leg of summer is coming up, so maybe, just maybe this will be the summer with some friends. This could be the summer of my life, a summer with friends

Author: Hey people! Another chapter later and all that fun stuff. I plan on using Volume 4 to set up Sports Festival and *Drum roll*. The culture festival. I really liked it in y2 v7, and it's replacing the camp exam since I don't get that one and didn't really like it. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Husbando Wars SS

Somewhere on the girls only forums, peace reigned. The girls talked about new hair products, new clothes and hot boys. They also talked about boys who should die. But one day, the Fan Clubs attacked. They swept through the forums causing an annual ritual known as the "Husbando wars"

Mayawaifu: Ayanokoji is best boy

Foxgirl: Sorry, I'm more of a Nagumo type girl

Flowerloverz: Bleh, Miyabi is annoying, TRUST ME

Foxgirl: Hol up, you call him by his first name?!

Flowerloverz: Trust me hon, he isn't all cracked up to what he actually is. He is annoying af, like he asks me to do his groceries

Gamer-Girl69: LMFAO. That's why Ayanokoji is best girl btw

KKgyaru : Best girl?! And also, Hirataanyone else

Gamer-Girl69: I'm not like other girls ok?! Also, Hirata is like if you crossed a vegan and Izama. A peace talking hippie

StalkerChan : Izama? Speak human not nerd

Fuk-A: Hahahahahhahaha no stfu. Ayanokoji best girl. And the biatch who said Hirata; no, just stop it

KK-Gyaru : Oml

Shizuku: Well I mean, we can all agree Kiyotaka is attractive to some agree right?

Demonic_Angel : Yea true that. Also, Shizuku? Wasn't that username for like an idol or something?

Book/Lover: Mm idk. He is into books so he is one of my best friends.

DominantGyaru : Wait, aren't you like Shitna? Or no Shorna right?

Book/Lover: Shiina, and you are?

BlueMother: Woah woah chill girls. We don't need to share our info online.

KK-Gyaru : Oh ya! With people like Yamauchi around it's hard to be comfortable

ForeignBlueberry : I am between Ayanokoji and Hirata but since Karuizawa took Hirata, I am going all in on the Ayanokoji

MayaWaifu : Sorry but NO. I am going all in on that hottie and I will fight you all!

Fufufu~Loli: The hype for Kiyotaka is high it seems, hm? Care to explain why you thirst over him?

StalkerChan : Cuz

Fufufu~Loli: ...

Strawberry: Oh dang. It seems like lots of girls like Ayanokoji huh?

FoxGirl: Don't forget Nagumo!

KK-Gyaru : Hirata is best boy!

Everyone: STFU

And so, the typing on the phones commenced as the girls began to argue about who truly was the best boy. The battle reached a fever pitch, as the Ayanokoji Faction seemed to be at its strongest, when a new threat burst the rough the wall. The Manabu Fan club

CinnamonRoll: As much as I would love to read through your lies, I will say Horikita is best boy

SwimmingChick: If we're naming exotic picks, Sudo kinda hot ngl

Horikita Suzune: Why do I keep being added back here?!

MayaWaifu : Cause it's funny lmao

CinnamonRoll: The Elder Horikita is commanding, handsome and intelligent. He exudes and air of authority that isn't undeserved. Ayanokoji is just some first year and Nagumo is just an annoying brat

FoxGirl: How dare you, you wrinkly simp?!

CinnamonRoll: OH YOU WANNA GO?! I AM GONNA PROVE JUST HOW STRONG THE HORIKITA ENERGY IS.

FoxGirl: LET'S DO THIS THEN GRANNY

KK-Gyaru : Isn't she a year older than you at max?

Fuk-A: Idk probably. But no one Dino's over Horikita Manabu without being old and wrinkly like my feet after a bath

Everyone: EW WTF

Author: Yeah I will start Volume 4 tomorrow, add in a small summer festival idk we'll see what my future mood is. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 26: Planet X

Horikita Pov
The classes entered on the technical 6th day for Planet X. The VIP was found out, and we all sat down. Chabashira stood at the head with a wicked smirk on her face. There were tablets in front of everyone except Shiranami Chihiro, the Planet X VIP.

Chabashira: You will be presented with the options to expel Shiranami Chihiro of Class B. You can say yes or no, and the results will be announced after the final vote comes in.

The tablets flashes with the answers. Ryuen smirked, Kanzaki and Himeno sighed and there were various other reactions. Everyone clicked the options they wanted. Chabashira smiled as everyone out the tablets down

Chabashira: I will now announce the results. There are three votes to expel Shiranami.

Shiranami gasped

Chabashira: 4 votes against her expulsion. Another 2 votes to expel Shiranami

Everyone shared a weary glance, especially Ando. She and Shiranami were best friends and Ando was like her protector. Ando stood and slammed her hand onto the table

Ando: Who voted Chihiro?' I swear, I'll beat you myself!

Ryuen smiled and laughed

Ryuen: Like you could beat me. I'm not against hitting a girl, especially an ugly one like you KuKuKu

Himeno: Could you not be such a barbarian all the time?!

Ryuen: Could you not be such a tsundere all the time?!

Ryuen and Himeno glared and we're about to continue but Chabashira slammed her hand against the wall silencing everyone

Chabashira: Save it for later. We ave another three bites against the expulsion of Shiranami. And the final vote goes to...

Everyone glanced nervously. Were we going to witness the first expulsion? I and the others in my class voted against the expulsion. Ando voted against it as well. Ryuen said he voted for it...I will do so detective work later but for now, the final vote is coming in.

Kanzaki and Himeno shared a glance and nodded before looking away almost liek in shame. They didn't vote Shiranami so we should be fine...unless they did. But they defiantly wouldn't.

Chabashira: The last vote is...

Against the expulsion of Shiranami. Congratulations Shiranami, you are safe.

Ayanokoji Pov
I had t received a message from Ichinose and I met her at the top of the deck. She looked kver h the e side melancholy and she clutched a bright pink letter with a heart sticker ok it. Don't tell me!

Ichinose: A-ah Ayanokoji-Kun! I didn't notice you there!

Ichinose stammer out and blushed and looked away.

Ayanokoji: So what do you need Ichinose-San?

I loved closer and looked at her face. Her beautiful blue eyes reflected the sun and they shimmered like a bright blue lake

Ichinose: W-well, I asked you to come here, b-because...

SOMEONE'S GOING TO CONFESS TO ME!!!

Bro what?! What does she want me to say, good for her?!

Ayanokoji: So you don't like this person then?

Ichinose: Yeah, this person is a good friend of mine, I just don't reciprocate her feelings you know? I don't know how to turn her down and I don't want to lie to her but I don't want to hurt! So what do I do?!

Haah, I guess it's my job to help her. Let's do this Professor Kiyo, you got this! I gave myself a pep talk and turned to Ichinose. ( A/N: At this point, Koji is still a mega virgin!)

Ayanokoji: Ok, so if I had to say, don't tell her off outright. Say something like "I have to turn you down for now, since I don't know much about you!." That is what I have in mind when I get confessed to.

Every once in awhile someone will confess to me and I always have to turn them down. I tell them the "for now" part so as to not crush them

Ichinose: Are you sure that won't hurt her at all?

Ichinose, was at heart, a good person. She doesn't want to hurt anyone. Heck, I doubt she would even hurt Ryuen if she got the chance, and most everyone else would

Ayanokoji: I know this isn't a good answer, but no matter what, she will get hurt. It's something you have to live with when you reject her. It's just about minimizing the damage but with hope, she will rebound. Who is she by the way?

Ichinose: Shiranami Chihiro form my class. Oh, and thank you for saving her by the way! I almost forgot to give this to you

Ichinose handed me a small bag that was lying on the ground. In it were some chocolates. I was about to respond when I heard footsteps. I sprinted away and hid behind the staircase and watched it.

Shiranami approached and bowed her head and she and Ichinose had a talk. I couldn't make out the words but they seemed to go fine, and they embraced at the end, and Shiranami left with some tears in her eyes but a smile on her face.

Ichinose approached and smiled brightly

Ichinose: Thank you Ayanokoji-Kun! Your advice really helped me out. I don't know what I would have done without you!

Ichinose gave me a hug. She then promptly realized what she was doing and bowed and waved and then walked off quickly. That was fast but whatever. I walked away down the other set of staircases to see Kikyo standing nearby.

Kikyo: Oh hey Kiyotaka-Kun! How was Shiranami's little confession

Ayanokoji: Oh? And how did you know about that?

I stared at her as she smirked back. She was truly a devil in an angels skin

Kikyo: Meh, heard it off the grape vine. Question is, what were you doing there?

Ayanokoji: I could ask you the same thing.

Kikyo thought for a minute then looked to the ground and then back up at me

Kikyo: Haah, touché, touché. Welp, see you around Kiyotaka-Kun!

Kikyo smiled and waved as she skipped off

Author: Sorry for no chapter yesterday, my allergies stuffed up my nose and my brain felt like Albert brained me against metal. My wishes out to those who also suffer with horrible spurring allergies. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 27: Opportunities

Kikyo Pov
I walked up the stairs intent to find some juicy stuff on Shiranami. She had told a handful of girls, someone overheard it and told the rest of the female world. Sucks to suck I guess.

I stood on the landing and cocked my ear to the side and looked on the deck. To my surprise, I saw of course Ichinose and then Kiyotaka. I felt an indescribable feeling in my chest that moved like a freight train. I slapped myself and I saw Ayanokoji run away and hide. I saw Shiranami emerge at the other end of the deck.

The two began to talk but I couldn't make out the words over the wind that blew. The two embraced and Shiranami walked away but her body slightly bounced as if she hiccuped. I guess anyone can see she was rejected but Milkers over there wanted to stay friends.

I stood against the wall and scrolled through my phone. My friends sent pictures and that Karuizawa biatch posted a picture of her and Hirata at the cafe on the ship. Those two's romance made me sick but I don't care. As long as they don't ask me sheet I'm fine.

Still though, she had seemed rather nervous and erratic around Kiyotaka and clung to Hirata like he was her fyucking life support. Did those two perhaps get down into something dirty and she was nervous Hirata would find out? Now I'm kinda interested

(Her dialogue with the Koji goes the same basically I don't feel like rewriting it)

I walked away after finishing my conversation with Kiyotaka. He acted as usual and we both asked each other questions and oddly neither of us answered. I suppose that's why we were both strong liars.

It was past curfew and I was about to burst. I had to deal with that Satsuki biatch the whole day. She dragged me all around for "cute clothes." NEWS FLASH nothing looks cute on you ugly! If that dirty pervert Ike was right about anything, it's that Satsuki is ugly as fyuk!

I walked up to the deck to get some fresh friggin air and maybe to attack a railing or two. I stopped when I heard a vomiting sound. I peeked around the corner and started to record out of curiosity.

It was Karuizawa who was vomiting over the edge of the ship. As she vomited, she lightly sobbed, but it was quite muffled. I smiled wickedly and put the phone in tk pocket before approaching

Kushida: Oh my god, Karuizawa-San are you ok?!

Karuizawa, startled, almost fell over the edge of the ship. Too bad she caught herself

Karuizawa: O-oh, Kushida-San?! What are you doing here?!

Kushida: Well I was getting a breath of fresh air and I saw you and...are you ok?

I knelt down to her level and put my hand on her shoulder to which she shuttered but calmed down a bit.

Karuizawa: Yeah I'm fine, just ate something I shouldn't have

I press X for doubt

Kushida: Are you sure? I don't think a ship like this would give you bad food...

I smiled slightly. Something was definitely going on and I was going to find out

Karuizawa: I'm fine!

Karuizawa snapped and stormed off before I could reply. That snide biatch! Now that I think about it, this reminds me of a situation back in junior high...

Flashback

Kushida: Oh my god, Takane-Chan are you ok?!

Takane was soaked to the bone and huddled into the corner of the club room. I entered because I was looking for the Club President so he could return something to me.

Takane: Kikyo-Chan?! W-well I'm fine, just spilt some water. Anyways, I should be going. Before I could respond, she ran.

I learnt later she was being bullied and at the end of the second year...

School devastated after Student Fuji Takane committed Suicide.

That was the news that flashed on the tv. She was a sweet girl, but no matter how nice you are, someone will go after you. I felt true sadness for her. Not too much, but she was nice and she was someone I could stand. She didn't come up when I ranted on the internet.

The bullies were found and then they were bullied. They were also expelled. What does around comes around I guess.

Present

Y'know, I heard Manabe was preeetty kissed with her. I'm not close to Manabe herself but with some of her friends I am close. Karuizawa's behavior matched Takane's behavior way back then, so I can only imagine Manabe is doing something to Karuizawa. How does Kiyotaka tie into this all? I'll find out, I just have to play my card right.

Maybe Hirata has something to do with it. Maybe they are having fights or something. Then again, Hirata is too much of a crunchy hippie so I hunky doubt they would get into fights...unless his pacifist Bullsheet didn't cut it when Karuizawa was being bullied. Either way, I'm gonna confront Kiyotaka about it eventually. I just don't know when

Author: Some might criticize Kushida deciphering what was going on with the Karuizawa situation but...no no, they have a point but whatever. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 28: Dramatic Drama

Ayanokoji Pov
The ship returned to the harbor in the early morning and the classes departed in droves. Everyone seemed sad that the cruise was over, but happy we had returned to campus. My Class D was disappointed by the summer results but the class group chat was lively with people saying how they would crush Class C next exam.

In the meantime, I met with Horikita in a cafe to discuss the current class situation.

Horikita: I am not satisfied with last exam, and neither are you. So do you have a plan, or are you going to slink into the shadows after a defeat?

Ayanokoji: Of course it's impossible to have a plan. We have no idea how many exams there will be, nor do we know the rewards. For all we know, that was our last exam. But I intend to see this battle through to the end, you?

Horikita: Obviously, what kind of stupid question is that?

Ayanokoji: The same question you just asked me.

???: Kukuku, some defects slinking around huh? Paying for expensive drinks with all those points you have...oh wait!

Ryuen Kakeru laughed which earned him a scorning look from the senpais, and some looks of fear from the first years. Many of the senpais heard of his tyranny, but they could care less since they don't have to deal with him

Horikita: What do you want, Ryuen?

Ryuen: I just want to talk with some friends, is that a crime?

Ryuen sat next to us, wedging between the two of us. Trailing behind were Albert and Ibuki, the latter looking like she would rather bungee jump with pasta than be here.

Horikita: We aren't your friends, and I would appreciate you leave us alone. To be frank, you disgust me.

Ryuen laughed and made way to leave before twisting quickly and snapping a picture of Horikita. She whipped her head towards him and gave him a glare

Horikita: What did you just do?

Ibuki: What do you think he did, you twit?

Albert: Ibuki-San, Horikita-San did nothing wrong y'know.

Ibuki: Yeah she is stupid.

Ibuki replied with a smirk, but she seemed to have misunderstood what Albert said. I can't imagine she was the best at English.

Ryuen: What's the matter Suzune, any problem with me taking this pic?

Ryuen fiddled with his phone and hit a button and smirked. He stood up and looked at both of us, sizing us both up and crafting a mental image.

Ryuen: Anyways, me and my lackeys are off to do something, so see you never defects, kukuku.

The three of them left and the tension lifted. It felt like the air was suffocating and it felt like someone freed us all.

I walked along the school halls with no goal. I looked at the school forums to see Ryuen posted a picture.

Suzune is my gf Fr Fr
#Romance #Suzune

I walked past the drama club room, when someone ran out with a piece of paper in their hand. They seemed majorly pissed as they looked around. Their eyes settled on me and I got a good look of them

It was Kizana Sinobu of Class 2-C ( A/N: That one chick from Yandere simulator. Personally never played it but I watched a lot of Kubz Scouts vids lmao, I recommend you watch him)

Kizana: What are you doing here, uh what's your face...Ayanokoji?

Ayanokoji: Erm yeah that's me!

Kizana: Are you perhaps interested in the Drama club?

Before I could say no, she dragged me into the room and sat me down

Kizana: Listen, we are doing Romeo and Juliet, and the lead boy was expelled and the female lead was dating him. Long story short, she is not answering calls and is sitting the play out. So I was thinking you could fill in the male lead.

Ah the theater, the theater. I had never learned about it per my past situation, but I still had read about amazing playwrights like Shakespeare and Zeami. The theater could be fun, and I'm good at acting anyways.

Ayanokoji: Sure! I would be happy too!

Kizana: Sure that's great thanks. Know any girls who are interested in the lead role?

Ayanokoji: Hmm, I do know someone...

Airi: H-hello?

Airi stood nervously at the entrance of the room as Kizana looked at me with the expression that said "Lemme get the drug test"

Kizana: Forgive my rudeness, but...THIS GIRL LOOKS LIKE SHE CAN'T EVEN TALK TO A TREE!

Airi shook her head vigorously

Airi: N-no! Theater is the o-one place where I'm not nervous! I get to be someone I'm not, strong, witty, c-courageous. That may not be me, but please let me do it!

Kizana: Y'know what? Fine! But if you mess up, that's 100,000 points to me got it?! If we mess this up, the Nagumo priack will slash the theater budget in half.

Kizana handed us both a script for the play

Kizana: Just so you know, the play is during the Summer Festival.

Summer festivals? I've heard of them, but I've never been able to experience one or even see to. At least I could read some plays but the festival will be new. I can't deny I am curious to see if it will be fun.

Airi: S-so let's get to practicing, Kiyotaka-Kun!

Airi was a kind girl and when I met up with my friend group with Ken, Haruka and the such, Airi seems visibility happier than she is in class.

After the practice, I was blown away by Airi's performance. Kizana seemed surprised by how good she was. Her stutter disappeared and she carried herself gracefully. They replaced the kids for a fake one and a hug which Airi seemed relieved and almost disappointed. It was hard to tell really.

Ayanokoji: Wow you were super good!

Airi: Really? T-thanks! Y-you did too Kiyotaka-Kun.

Airi and I proceeded to gush about how good we were at acting. We made it most of the oaky without many mistakes apart from stage directions but that was to be expected. With Airi's experience acting and my memorization, we were amazing on the stage. Some of the club members have a standing ovation once we were done.

Author: Sorry about the inconsistency with the updates. I'll get back into the groove of things now! Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 28.25: The Seven School Mysteries

Ayanokoji Pov
A small group of students stood at the school gates in the dead of night. The cold iron gates were closed and the school cast a daunting shadow in the white moonlight.

At the gate was Student Council Vice President Nagumo, and president Horikita along with Hoshinomya and Mashima. Hoshinomya appeared to have dragged Mashima along against his will and she had a red bump on her forehead, likely after she asked Chabashira.

Nagumo: Yo wassup 1st years? You have come claiming to be brave, yet have you heard of this schools "Seven Mysteries?"

Nagumo creepily spoke as the Elder Horikita sighed and unlocked the school gates with a key. Hoshinomya jumped up and down like a child and Mashima drank coffee

There was a small group of people with me from the first year from the variety of classes. Notable figures like Kikyo, Ryuen, Sakayanagi, Ichinose, Horikita, Amikura and more were there

Elderkita: So we will list the names of the supernaturals that live in the school: The Clock-keepers, The Miasaki Stairs, The Hell of Mirrors, Shijiima-San of the Art Room, The 4pm book stacks, the God of Death and Toilet-Bound Hanako-Kun. Your task is to document your experience with each mystery and then the first person or group to return will get 50,000 private points.

Hoshinomya: And if Ayanokoji or any other hot young men come back scared, I can always comfort them

Sakayanagi: Respectfully, I think you would be what scares them

Mashima: Normally I would dissuade arguments with your teacher but this psycho should not be a teacher

Nagumo: Ooh some spicy relations in the faculty huh? Well anyways, go get those mysteries!

Nagumo blew a whistle and we all crept into the school. I wanted those points and personally, I don't believe in that stuff anyways. What mystery to hit first? I might as well go to the 4pm book stacks.

I arrived and saw Hiyori already in the library. She was talking to Asahina who stood with a script

Asahina: Ayo what's up? So, this mystery is only around at 4pm and it's obviously not 4pm. But do you know who the supernatural is?

Hiyori glanced at me and then back to Asahina with a shrug. I didn't know either

Asahina: No guesses huh? I guess that's fair. Anyways, better luck at the next one!

That was so unfair. We were supposed to guess about it? Seriously, lamest mystery ever! It's almost like the author wanted a night time setting but didn't want to change the 5th mystery!

A/N: Sheet he's gained consciousness! No breaking 4th wall!

I sighed internally as I reached the Miasaki stairs that were near the library. Kiryama Ikoto of 2-B stood at the base of the stairs and he looked like he wanted to die. At the base of the stairs was Horikita and Ryuen as well as Karuizawa and Hirata. A few other NPCs were there as well.

Kiryama: Haah, welcome to the Miasaki stairs. Legend has it that if a couple holds hands and steps over the 4th step, 3rd to 5th, while holding hands, they will reach eternal love forever. If you step on the 4th step, they say you will disappear and be turned into a puppet.

Several girls appeared and all at once attempted to drag me over the fourth step. The girls really lived thirsting over me according to Kikyo and Kiryuuin.

I did not want to force myself into a couple with a random girl, and decided to save myself.

Ayanokoji: Wait! How about we form a group and have a couple do it?

Hirata: That's a good idea!

Ryuen: Yeah let's go Suzune.

Ryuen attempts for grab Horikita's hand but she dodged

Horikita: If you do that again, I will personally turn you into Swiss cheese!

Ike: Then how about Hirata and Karuizawa do it? They are dating

Ike said this with a smirk. Had he really thought of something smart? If Hirata and Karuizawa were tied by gate, some girls would lose interest. Not like he would be an ikemen but still.

Sato: Oh yeah true! Do it, do it, do it!

Karuozawa: Maya-Chan! Whatever, I don't believe in that, right Yosuke?

Hirata nodded and they both clasped hands and slowly walked the steps

One

Two

Three

5

Their feet landed on the 5th step after skipping the 4th and a sweet aroma filled the air. It smelled kind of citrusy.

Author: Think what you will with the whole Karuizawa and Hirata Miasaki stair thing that's up to you. Idk who end girl will be I am pretty fickle to could say, maybe Kushida or smth I honestly don't know. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 28.5: The Seven School Mysteries

Ayanokoji Pov
The group arrived at a large mirror that was held on display in the massive hall. Kiryuuin was there admiring herself with a hand mirror, and...was dressed in a skimpy bunny-suit?

Ike: Hubba-Hubba, this bunny can hippity-hoppity in my property

Ike was covered in blood as his nose leaked it out and he fell to the floor. He was pulled off by a random second year.

Kiryuuin: Hello my favorite Kohai and his friends, welcome to the Hell of Mirrors!

A hand suck out of the mirror and waved at us all then did a peace sign. Everyone shrieked and held onto each other as the hand made an attempt to grope Kiryuuin.

Shinohara: Oh my god, get away from that thing!

Kikyo: Oh my god she is so dead!

Shibata: Run for your lives!

Shibata ran and almost made it out before another hand appeared and tripped Shibata sending him skidding across the floor. Sotomura filmed it

Sotomura: This is gonna get so many upvotes on r/MeatCrayon!

Sotomura was such a Reddit nerd, he could ignore the supernatural things happening around and in front of him

Kiryuuin: Now now, do not be scared Kohai, the hands just want to have attention! Go on, play with them.

Horikita stepped forward to the one that tripped Shibata and tentatively held out her hand

Horikita and Hand: Rock...Paper...Scissors...SHOOT

The hand won, threw up the peace signs, and then flipped everyone else off before disappearing into the floor

Yamauchi stepped up the mirror one with a confident expression

Yamauchi: Stand aside ladies, I got this.

As Yamauchi stretched his hand out, the hand grabbed his arm and threw him upwards before vanishing, and in the mirror was...me?

Fakekoji: Yamauchi, you get a fresh can of whoop-ars!

The FakeKoji proceeded to beat Yamauchi up.

Shinohara: Should we help him?

Kikyo: No, no. This is ok. This is nice

Kikyo started filming it and all the girls sighed like a weight was removed off their shoulders

The group pressed onto the third floor hall where Tachibana sat as she was fiddling with her phone. We crept up on her and she was looking at...

Horikita Manabu Fan-club camera reel

Ok what the actual fu- it consisted of pics of Elderkita and everyone gagged on their own vomit

Tachibana: Hejskajaiaja! What rude Kohai you are, sneaking up in me like that

Ryuen: What a rude senpai you are, jerking off in front of your Kohai.

Horikita: Mhm that is rather rude

Ichinose: Oh ya.

Everyone nodded along as Tachibana opened the window and was about to jump out before looking at her phone which still was on the camera reel. She stepped back took out a notepad

In the hall, a little girl ran to and fro but was too fast to see

Tachibana: Here we have tracked down the Clock keepers. They rule over time, rewinding it to their will. The one running around can control the future.

Yamauchi: She can fast forward to my prime! Oh future girl get over here!

The small child tapped Yamauchi and his hair turned gray and his skin wrinkly. He fell to the floor and Ike and Ken had to support him. Kikyo giggled like a crazy lady and filmed it. She was making a reel on her phone titled "Things to watch when I am mad". I saw Yamauchi being thrashed by the hand in the reel.

Yamauchi: Oh I need a cane! Someone help me!

Yamauchi started convulsing rapidly to a partly joyful and terrified reaction by people

Ike: He's having a heart attack, someone he-

Karuizawa: Shh, no shut up. I like the sound of his screams.

Karuizawa wore an evil grin. Oh no, she's gone ecchi!

Ayanokoji: How do we save hi-

Kikyo: Shh Kiyotaka-Kun...Do not spare him for his crimes

Ken: Ok we really should help hi-

Horikita: No, this is fine, this is ok

An old man appeared and tapped Yamauchi and he returned to his teen self with the 2-inch sword. Well more like knife. Or rather a stick. Or maybe a-In getting ahead of myself. Does he even have one? That's something the philosophers will argue for centuries

We approached the art room to see a rando senpai from 2-D

Rando: Alright biatches, we have Shijiima-San of the art room. She paints reality and if you go against it you die! How about THAT. If you are trapped in her world where she paints reality, the only way to escape is to kill the main characters in the world. There is also an escape in the unattainable reaches of the mc.

Yamauchi: Oh I'm so good at art. Watch me ladies.

Has he not learned from his mutilation and heart attacks. What am I complaining for, this is free entertainment! Yamauchi approached the painting and touched it, and then he was gone. Ken jumped in after and a few minutes later, they both returned, heavily worse for wear.

Ken: That byastard Yamauchi was the Mc! The escape exit was a girl by the way.

Yamauchi seemed dead inside

Rando: I suggest visiting Hanako-Kun last. He's a real doozy

Author: I've got nothing to say. So yeah. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 29: Hanako's Nasty Game

Ayanokoji Pov

The group moved on to a strange area. If I remember, this was the Tea Ceremony room for the said club. It had been remade and had pictures of a strange figure with a ghoulish mask. Below it engraved

Beware him and his flute. Beware the God of Death

Several in the group shivered as a masked senpai sat at the table. Her stature was oddly misshapen and looked inhuman even

Karuizawa: Oh my god, oh my god! What is wrong with her?!

Karuizawa screamed in terror and buried her face into Hirata's chest, to which some looked like they were about to delete her. The senpai beckoned for Sakayanagi to sit down and Sakayanagi obliged.

???: Sakayanagi Arisu, of Class 1-A

Sakayanagi: Indeed, now why do you beckon to me specifically?

???: Well, this may be a rumor, but...They say your death date is near. Nearer than an average person.

Sakayanagi fufufued aggressively and stared down the senpai.

Hashimoto: Haah, I wonder how that could have gotten out.

Hashimoto made to leave the room but Yahiko intercepted. Holy-When was he even here? Oh, wait. I remember I saw Katsuragi and a peculiar figure clinging to Katsuragi in the shadow. Typical Yahiko

Sakayanagi: Never mind that, what does my death date have to do with anything here? Unless you mean to talk about the God of Death. To think Death himself has blessed this school with his presence, fufufu

???: Indeed, but not quite. The God of Death is an omnipresent thing. He is here, he is there, he is everywhere. It just so happens that you can reach his domain from here, or rather, his boundary.

Ryuen: Where can we find this Death dude, so I can talk to him? Maybe kill off the Loli sooner

Ibuki elbowed Ryuen in the side and silence took the room. A distant sound of scurrying in the walls brought everyone to life. Ishizaki jumped so high that he fell into Albert's arms. Albert seemed to have no trouble lifting him through

???: You should get going now. You don't want to be locked in, do you?

Ayanokoji: Locked in?

That was never mentioned when the rules were being explained.

???: Quite the shock on your faces. Yeah, that Nagumo priack wanted to see how many people he could get locked in here. He is that way

Ayanokoji: You don't seem to like Nagumo-Senpai all that much.

The senpai snorted before pulling out a thermos and taking a swig.

???: Yeah no one does. People deal with him cause we want that ticket to Class A.

The senpai sighed and removed the cloak. The weird lumps and disfigured areas were just pillows she strapped to her body. She had black hair and black eyes like coal.

Horkita: Aren't you working here tonight?

Senpai: And what? Most everyone doesn't need an explanation of the friggin god of death.

Hashimoto: Yeah she has a point...

Kamuro: You wouldn't be able to know if it were a point if it kicked you in the ars, now shut up!

Kamuro blocked her ears out. She was probably dragged by Sakayanagi and Hashimoto. Hashimoto easily made the group energy of the core conspirators of the Sakayanagi faction, and Sakayanagi uses that energy to torture Kamuro...

We progressed to one of the girl's bathrooms and outside stood Nagumo himself. He casually scrolled through his phone as he sent a worn glance at us all.

Nagumo: Alright so since there are...1, 2, 3, 4...Ok there will be two going in at a time ok? This bathroom isn't made for space.

Nagumo pulled up a sheet that displayed a ritual to summon the yokai Hanako. He then shoved us into pairs, and I ended up at the back with...Sakyanagi. Yay...

Sakayanagi: What a coincidence Ayanokoji-Kun.

Sakayanagi fingered her cane and moved it across the tiled floor.

Sakayanagi: What are your opinions on the God of Death?

Ayanokoji: Do you mean the one the senpai told us? I don't know, I suppose the same way I feel about regular death

Sakayanagi: I suppose so, but did you perhaps think of the scurrying in the walls when silence took over?

Sakayanagi turned to stare into my eyes, fishing for some sort of clue as to what my thoughts were. I don't know what could have been in the walls. I doubt a type of vermin since this is an elite school. In the pamphlet, they mentioned they had found no rodents in the school building.

Ayanokoji: I doubt it was a regular creature if that is what you meant to hint out, but what do you think it was?

Sakayanagi: I suppose you haven't heard that supposedly the God of Death has his servants that scout around. As the senpai said, I am close to death. A heart disease. I am en route to die in my twenties, or thirties if I'm lucky.

Sakayanagi chuckled to herself and cast a glance out the window. The moon shone in the dark sky, piercing through the clouds like a razor.

Ayanokoji: That is sad.

Sakayanagi: That's rich coming from you.

Ayanokoji: Is it now? I wonder why...

Sakayanagi: A mystery I suppose, a mystery.

Nagumo darted over and ushered us into the bathroom and he slammed the door shut. The room was empty, apart from the occasional dripping from the faucet someone forgot to turn off fully. Sakayanagi's cane tapped onto the cold tile floor, and she wrapped her knuckles in the third bathroom stall.

She said the words aloud, followed by a gust of wind, and a sound of a child's laughter carried onto the wind. A figure began to appear, with floating blue orb-like things around him

Hanako: I am Hanako, it is a pleasure to meet you Sakayanagi Arisu, Ayanokoji Kiyotaka.

I was taken aback by the appearance of the ghost. One may expect me to be a skeptic, but nothing is discrediting the belief in ghosts and yokai. The boy in front of me was a living example of it all.

Sakayanagi: So you are real? I expected you not to show.

Hanako: Mm, no I did show up didn't I? Soooooo, what is your wish?

Sakayanagi: A wish that I want?

Ayanokoji: Yeah like-

Sakayanagi: Silence yourself. Now about that wish...I don't want it.

Hanako: Mm that's a good-WAIT WHAT

Hanako stared at her and looked dead in her eyes.

Sakyanagi: You heard me

Hanako: Yeah, yeah I did. No wish? Not even for me to be your boyfriend?

The boy stuck his face up to Sakayanagi's and performed the legendary wall pin. It was not effective

Sakayanagi: Sorry, but no thanks. I wouldn't want to change a thing about my life

Hanako: Not even your impending death. You know that you won't last long right

Sakayanagi: I am aware. I gave up on being sad about that fact. I accepted it. I think people don't accept death.

Hanko rested in a thinking position before nodding wearily. Just as I thought it was over, Hanak appeared next to me.

Hanako: So you are THE Ayanokoji Kiyotaka. Demon of the White Room. I thought you were No. 6's Deviant Art Oc.

Ayanokoji: No I am real.

Hanako: I guess I owe him something. Anyways, since Arisu-Chan gave up her wish, why not play a game? If you win, you get a wish. If I win, you go home empty-handed, AND, have to clean the bathrooms for a month. The boys one, I'm not a sadist

Sakayanagi: Fufufu, I find THAT surprising

Ayanokoji: What game do you want to play?

Hanako thought for a second, throwing a spirit ball between his hands.

Hanako: How about we play Catch?

Ayanokoji: I will play. Good luck

Hanako: Yeah...you're gonna need it.

Hanako threw a fastball straight at me and part of me was tempted to dodge but I stuck my hand out and gripped the orb as it neared me. The orb flew back to Hanako

Hanako: If you fail to catch the ball, I win. If you catch it five times, you win. Arisu-Chan could you keep score for us?

Hanako threw a fastball across the floor and I had to dive to get it. If I had been an inch away, I would have only grazed the ball. The orb returned and Hanako threw the orb up. It ricocheted off the ceiling, to the floor and back up. I caught it right above my head.

Hanako: You're good, but it's time to mix it up!

The orb began to shrink and grow and he flicked it between his fingers. The orb was hidden, in my belief, behind his left fingers. Hanako flicked his hands out and the ball came from the left. I managed a leap in the air and snatched the orb.

Hanako took the orb, and it began to shrink, but when he flicked it, it separated into two smaller orbs that flew around and then merged back together. I had to catch this one, but it was too fast for me to figure out the trajectory of the orbs. I reached out...

And the orb flew past me. Sakayanagi applauded and shook me off.

Hanako: Alright, see me after classes ok? For a month! And make sure to visit, this place can get boring, Arisu-Chan you too!

We left the bathroom and went to the school gates. Right after we left, the gates closed. We didn't win, but the night was still enjoyable, even if I was on bathroom duty

Author: So again, nothing more to say here. I was at a party last night, so that is my excuse for no chapter. Have a great day and see you next time I update.

Chapter 30: The Star of Argos II

Ayanokoji Pov

Yamauchi: So that's the plan, and YOU. Don't mess it up

Those words played in my head as I stood outside of the dorm. Ken texted the Ayanokoji Group chat, saying we should totally meet up at the pool today

Ken said he invited a few others, but needed to see me urgently. Turns out, Yamauchi and Ike wanted to jerk off-research the female anatomy and wanted to peep in the changing room. Part of me know as Hornykoji wanted in on the plan, so I'm in a fight with myself. Part of me will let it happen and look at the recording, the morally questionable part, the normal part, won't let it happen

Haruka: Yahoo Kiyopon! How's it going?

Haruka's voice pierced my monologue as she and Airi trotted over. Airi muttered out a high as she looked at the ground and away from me

Ayanokoji: Oh hey, have you seen Ken?

Haruka: No, it's quite rude to show up late to a gathering you organized!

Haruka pouted angrily and whipped her phone out and called someone, presumably Ken. He didn't pick up, but she left an aggressive Karen energy voice mail.

Akito: Oh, you guys got here huh.

Akito walked over with a raised hand. He had requested a day off from his club practice so he could come to the pool. He had a red t-shirt on and cargo shorts. He was dressed for the hot weather that was beaming down on us.

Airi: Oh hey Akito-Kun, h-how's it going?

Akito: I got a day off of practice so uh, you tell me heh.

Akito did the weird anime thing where he wiped his index finger under his nose. Why do anime characters do that? Making sure they don't have a runny nose? Or is it to make sure their nose isn't bleeding like it does for some reason.

Sotomura said he would introduce me to anime and video games tomorrow so I am curious. Will my theory be answered? ( A/N: Next chapter leaks)

Horikita: Oh it seems you guys are here.

Horikita appeared with a sun hat on with a light zip up hoodie. Her red eyes were complimented by the bright sun that shone down on us

Haruka: Horikita-San, I would have never expected you to be here, what's the occasion?

Horikita: Sudo pestered me to come here. Said he would study extra hard. So I suppose I had to make a sacrifice

Ayanokoji: Sacrifice? This hardly seems like a sacrifice

Horikita: I'll have you know I was reading a good book in my room. I left it there since I borrowed it from the library

???: Yahoo! Seems like a lot of people are coming!

We all turned to see a large group of people: Hirata, Karuizawa, Shinohara, Ike and Kikyo.

Haruka: What the-did Ken invite the whole dayum grade?!

Haruka was floored by the large group of people. Airi was moving by slightly away from the crowd. She never really liked crowds but she handled the Ayanokoji group good.

Ken: Oh hey sorry I'm late, we overslept!

Ken ran over with Yamauchi in tow. He had healed up fine after being ravaged by the school mysteries so he was back to perving as usual.

Airi: Isn't that the direction o-of the pool though?

Airi quietly said but it was enough for most everyone to hear

Kikyo: Oh yeaahhh.

Ike: U-uh l-let's just go to the pool! Times wasting we need to get there before it's full!

Ike practically pushed everyone to the pool

Sotomura Pov

Argos Mission 2: Pool Trip

Objective: Sneak Camera into Girl's Changing Room.

I was perched in a building that was under construction. I had the perfect view of the pool area and I could see my friends leave. The girls were clad in bikinis. Ike was not among them, and was hanging back to plant the cameras...

Ayanokoji Pov
The boys changed in the changing room and as we left, we saw the girls also emerge. They were clad in bikinis. I noticed Kikyo and Airi were wearing more daring bikinis. I had thought Airi would wear a rash guard, but it seems I was wrong

Haruka: Ok, Airi, knock him dead!

I heard Haruka whisper to Airi. It seems I was the only one who heard it though, but I couldn't make out Airi's response, something like, "In a bit"

???: Oh, it's Ayanokoji-Kun and Class D.

Kanzaki, Ichinose and other Class B students stood near us and they all waved at us and we made our way over

Ichinose: I know the pool is popular, but I would have never guessed so many people would be here!

Kikyo: Well the pool IS closing down in a few days. But have you heard about the summer festival?

Akito: Mhm, the Archery Club is holding a competition that people can watch.

Shibata: The soccer club is making some festival games. The club budget isn't too good cause we haven't had a lot of members recently.

Hirata: That's right, so we're doing it to raise some money

Ayanokoji: Airi and I got temporarily recruited to the Drama Club to help with the production of Romeo and Juliet.

Kikyo: Oh that's cool what part did you get?

Ayanokoji: I'm Romeo, Airi is Juliet. The club president, Kizana-Senpai asked us to since the leads were going through something

It seems the clubs are all doing something at the Summer Festival to raise the budget or just for fun. The Table-Top Board-game club especially I heard form Kizana. Manabu slashed their budget in half, against Nagumo's wishes I heard.

Akito: Where's that Ike dude at?

Ike had slipped away from the boys when we exited and had hidden behind the corner. It seemed he had initiated the Argos plan. Sotomura told me a fun fact was that Argos started at Swim class but I stopped the first mission, but they came back. Sotomura said he sensed a "lustful energy" from within me. Hornykoji had gained some strength within me.

I remember an incident in the White Room when my hormones ran rampant and a hot teacher was teaching martial arts. Long story short, when fighting her, I got a brick, and that's how I discovered Hornykoji.

Yamauchi: I'm sure he's fine! Let's p-play volleyball!

Kikyo: I'm sure someone should check on him

Yamauchi: Oh uh, well maybe!

Yamauchi muttered something about how girls won't like him anymore if he seems cold to his friends. What I focused on was the part "anymore". They never liked him in the first place

Ken: Nah we should totally play Volleyball!

Ken grabbed Yamauchi and dragged him to the court. Kikyo shrugged and everyone followed suit

Intense Volleyball Action*

The score was tied, Yamauchi just place lamented after trying to serve. To my left was Ichinose, to my right, Haruka. My team was about to serve. I took the ball and gripped it. I held it in my palm and I threw it up. I had played it earlier this year during the island exam, so I knew just how to do it

I leapt up and slammed the ball hard down. It traveled very fast, and Horikita barely managed to kick it back up, to which Ken hit it back over. Ichinose received and the other team failed to get to.

We took a short water break. Some of us went into the pool to wash off, I meanwhile approached Horikita

Ayanokoji: Hey, can I talk to you about something?

Ike Pov

I was stuck. I couldn't reach the camera's to turn them on, and when I did, they fell. I tried to leave to get the spares from The Professor, but saw Ryuen and Sakayanagi arguing outside. If I left now, I was a dead man!

Ike: Professor, I can't do this! I failed...I'm sorry...

Professor: Ike-Dono! You have not failed, just hit a roadblock. I will get Ayanokoji-Dono and-

Ike: No, I failed. Everyone tried so hard, and I messed up

A tear rolled down my cheek. I let everyone down. Our dreams would be crushed and I would be crushed as well

Professor: No Ike-Dono, you cannot give up. You must persevere. You took on the hardest task, because you knew you could do it. You are the Shining star of hope, the star of Argos.

Ike: Professor...

Professor: You can do this, I believe in you

Ayanokoji Pov
Horikita scaled the largest diving board. The board was famous for being known for no one ever diving off it, and most people thought the same thing

"Was this girl really going to do it?"

Horikita had gained the attention of everyone at the pool. I saw Sakayanagi and Ryuen standing and watching. Elder Horikita was watching as well, with an intrigued expression. He looked over at me, with eyes saying,"Did you do this?"

Horikita: Let me start by saying... We are 1st Year, Class D. We're known as a collection of defective students. We're made up of problem children. We're foolish, and we fall for the plots of other classes very easily. Students of Class C, it was bold of you to try to sabotage us before. But right now, I feel grateful to you. Thanks to you, I now understand the difficulty of aiming any higher in a class full of problem children. But the classes from A to D aren't necessarily separated just on superficial academic and athletic ability. Which means that even the failures of Class D can ascend to Class A. We can make it to Class A. We will make it to Class A!

Horikita's speech won a cheer form many, Sakayanagi smiled and Ryuen seemed to chuckle to himself. To make it Class A, Horikita's path would walk over their graves

Horikita: I found the cameras. They really were planning on recording the girls huh?

Ayanokoji: Yeah, they asked me to help them, but I couldn't in good conscience.

Horikita was about to respond but I threw her into the pool.

Horikita: You-! What was that for?!

Ayanokoji: I don't know, I figured you needed it.

I slid into the pool afterwards as Horikita waded around. I felt the cold splash of water, and saw Airi practically drowning herself underwater whilst bowing her head. It seemed whatever she wanted to do, she couldn't bring herself to do it

Horikita Pov
I went back to my dorm room and began to read my book again. I received a ping on my phone from Ayanokoji

Horikita: An email?

I wondered aloud. I clicked it open and it was a group picture we took at the pool. My heart felt all want and fuzzy as I looked at it

Horikita: Maybe friends aren't so bad

Author: Ayo, the coveted pool chapter! Nothing to say here. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 31: How to train your waifu/husbando

Ayanokoji Pov
It was the night of the pool incident. I enlisted Horikita to thwart the perverts plans, but it seems they have another one. I received a knock on my door late at night, and I opened it to see Ken, Yamauchi, and Ike

Ayanokoji: What's going on?

Ike: Shh, shut up just let us in.

Against my better judgment, I let them in before anyone saw them entering my room. The three took a seat and placed a duffel bag on the table

Yamauchi: Open it.

Yamauchi said in a grave tone. I rounded the table and placed my hand on the side of the bag. The bag seemed to be filled with something, so luckily it wasn't Hirata's dead body. Unless they chomped him up. Honestly, that's one rival out of the way I guess

Ayanokoji: Why are you so serious? Did someone die?

Ken: Someone WILL die if you don't open the damn bag

Ayanokoji: What's in it?

Ike: Are you stupid?! Open the dayum back!

I hesitantly opened the bag, and none of what I saw did I expect

There was a collar, a leash, fuzzy handcuffs and more.

Ayanokoji: WHAT THE FYUCK IS THIS SHEET?!

Yamauchi: Ok listen, Kushida-Chan won't pay attention to us. And we saw this video-

Ayanokoji: Like a porno?

Yamauchi: Like a porno. And it was called how to train your waifu. There was also one called how to train your husbando, and Ike wanted to see it-

Ike: DID NOT

Yamauchi: Regardless, we want to "train" Kushida-Chan, so she realizes how much she loves us

Ken: Y-you know, now that you say it out loud, it doesn't sound too good...

Ayanokoji: Yeah this is some messed up sheet. Where did you even get this?!

Ike and Yamauchi: Chie-Sensei! She said she watched the how to train your husbando video as well

Ayanokoji: Right...Sotomura told me about this

Sotomura was gonna teach me about the wonders of video games and anime tomorrow, and he told me about Yanderes

Ayanokoji: So you're Yanderes?

Ike: Yea

Yamauchi: Pretty much. Kushida-Chan needs to know how much we love her, so we have to show her!

These guys...

Ayanokoji: Hot take: Maybe she doesn't like you, because you pull sheet like this. You don't a train a girl, you show her affection

Ken: Words of wisdom from Kiyotaka-Sensei!

Ike: Ayanokoji-Sensei, teach me the ways of being the rizzard of oz!

I grimaced internally at that name. People called that man that name, so it gave me ptsd. It's starting to worry me that he hasn't found me by now. He has probably tortured Matsuo, but I hope Matsuo is still alive

Ayanokoji: Right well here goes...

Kikyo Pov
It was late at night while I was cuddling a stuffed bear in my arms when I heard a knock on my door

Jesus Christ, who is bothering me now?! I trudged to the door and pulled it open to see Manabe and her two orbiters at the door. They had a large duffel bag in their hands and they strolled right past me

Calm down Kikyo, you can't kill them. Well maybe I could...no get a grip! Just handle whatever these biatches throw out you!

Kushida: Manabe-San, Yuji-San, and Mariko-San, what are you doing here?

The three placed a bag down on the table and gathered around. Jeez thanks for asking to come in. Make yourself at home I guess

Manabe: Kushida-San, open the bag.

Kushida: Um, ok?

I approached the bag and gingerly felt it. It had many things inside of it, so was it a gift bag? No I doubt it. Manabe and her friends weren't he type to do this

I opened it, and what was in there was deeply disturbing. There was a collar, a leash and many other weird objects. I covered my mouth and almost fell backwards

Kushida: W-what is this?!

Yuji: See, we were watching a video titled "How to Train your Husbando". And we took some advice from it

Kushida: Where did you even get this?!

Mariko: Well we got it from Nagumo-Senpai who got it from Hoshinomya-Sensei. Ayanokoji-Kun seems to not be focused on us and we want to show him our love

Kushida: Ok WHAT. You do know this is very wrong and illegal! ILLEGAL. You could be arrested

Kiyotaka would likely kill them if they tried it go through with it but still

Manabe: You would do it too y'know! We all know how you are totally into Ayanokoji-Kun!

Kushida: First off, we are just friends, and second off, this is still messed up as all hyell! What went through your mind! Third off, even if I wanted to, I would probably be expelled and arrested afterwards! Is a high-school crush really worth the risk?!

Mariko: Well maybe it isn't. But how are we supposed to win his heart?

Oh these girls should stop breathing.

Kushida: Ok girls, buckle up. Let Kushida-Sensei teach you a lesson in seduction...

Timeskip

It was the morning after the event of the girls attempting to turn Ayanokoji into their dog. I awoke refreshed after a good night sleep. I brushed my teeth, took a bath and massaged myself

I heard a knock on my door and wanted to cry inside. I opened the door to see Yamauchi and Ike with freakishly large smiles on their face. Yamauchi attempted to smile charmingly but it looked like a serial killer, and unlike other girls, I do not romanticize serial killers( A/N: Yeah Twitter Girls, that's like seriously messed up)

I kicked him in the certain place while screaming and I slammed the door shut.

Ayanokoji Pov
I opened the door on my way to meet Sotomura when I saw Manabe and her gang standing outside. When I went to say something, Manabe got real up close and pressed her watermelons against my chest and aged me puppy eyes.

Manabe: Oh hey Ayanokoji-Ku-

Ayanokoji: Begone THOT.

I casted divine smite from the heavens-Just kidding that didn't happen

Ayanokoji: Oh hey Manabe-San, I kinda have somewhere to be! Talk later? Ok thanks bye!

I sprinted away at top speed, I swear they were going to kill me one day

Author: So how's it going? I am stressed out of my kind over a group project cause neither of my group mates are talking about it and I have a tech week and the project is due next Monday. I'm dying inside I tell you. That's why you should always choose academically inclined people for a project! Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Quick Update

Author: Hey people. My seasonal allergies are really bad currently. Stuffed up nose, pounding head ache, swollen eyes. I'm gonna be on break for like 2 or three days, really sorry! I will be back with a few more chapters and will be writing up drafts and concepts for the story. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 32: No Waifu, No Laifu

Author: The pollen levels are low today so you know what that means! I'm not feeling like crap today, but that condition could change but I'll try to keep consistent updates. Now onto the chapter

Ayanokoji Pov
My hand knocked on Sotomura's door and he flew it open.

Sotomura: Ayanokoji-Dono, come inside, come inside! You're right on time.

Ayanokoji: Hey Sotomura, and woaaah...

My breath flew out of my body as I saw Sotomura's room. Posters lined the walls of many popular moments in Shonen, moments that non-anime fans like me recognized. Naruto defeating Pain, Luffy punching the Celestial Dragon, etc.

Along with those posters, was a shelf of figurines, consisting of many anime and video game figurines. On Sotomura's bed, was Kaneda Satoru of Class C.

Kaneda: Oh, Ayanokoji-San right? Nice to meet you. I am Kaneda Satoru, Class C

Sotomura: Yes, Ayanokoji-Dono is here to watch anime with us, isn't that nice?

Kaneda: Indeed Hideo-San. So what anime do you wish to watch?

Sotomura: Well I was thinking we could do an anime like say...Death Note! I think that's pretty good.

Ayanokoji: Death Note?

Sotomura handed me one of the manga, and on the back was the explanation.

Blah blah, Death Note

Sounds interesting to me. It's right up my brand of likings. I nodded to Sotomura who flopped onto the floor with the remote and navigated to Death Note

Ayanokoji Reacts to Death Note

The mc, Light Yagami was on screen, staring at the window when he saw an object lying in the grass

"He's just like me Fr Fr"

Ayanokoji: Hey Sotomura, how did you and Kaneda-San meet?

Kaneda: Well I was just a closet weeb so I told no one that I liked anime

Sotomura: I was using the school forum to meet other anime fans, but a lot of people were there just to troll. The others were only interested in the girls and boobies, not the riveting plot and plot twists.

Ayanokoji: Mhm

Sotomura: So I was excited when someone new joined the forums. We started talking about our favorite anime and we decided to meet up and watch some. I never thought it would be Satoru-Dono!

Kaneda: Yes I was equally surprised.

Sotomura: Ike and Yamauchi are fine and all, but they only talk about the girls, not the actual plot

Ayanokoji: I see, speaking of, why are there no attractive girls if that's all Ike and Yamauchi talk about.

Sotomura: Watch and learn

Sotomura pointed to the screen where there was a girl with blonde hair and red eyes. Misa Misa was her name.

Kaneda: I know both of us just ranted how we were annoyed by those who only talked about boobies and butt, but we still do that, just far less than the others do

Sotomura: So what do you think about Misa?

Ayanokoji: D-Tier. Sure she's cute but she has like mental issues I think?

Sotomura: Take that back! She is an S-Tier, easily!

Kaneda: Mm more like B-Tier.

Sotomura: NO, S-TIER! You know what they say? Crazy in the head, crazy in the bed!

Sotomura and Kaneda began to argue which tier Misa belonged to. S, B, A, the two were arguing their point until Sotomura settled on an A-Tier.

Knock knock

Sotomura: OH NO. Ayanokoji-Dono, hide!

Ayanokoji: Why?

Sotomura: They're here!

Knock Knock

???: Sotomura, open up! I need to see my honey bunny on your tv!

Sotomura shoved me in the closet as Kaneda leapt off the bed and did a tuck and roll under the couch. He was stuck thin so he was able to fit under it

Ayanokoji: Who's here?!

Sotomura: The Waifu Warriors...

Ayanokoji: The what now warriors?

Sotomura: The Waifu Warriors! They fight for their waifu's, the girl of their dreams. Now hide, and avoid the closet corner!

Sotomura shoved the closet door shut as I squatted down behind the clothes and in the darkness. It had a pleasant pineapple smell, and from the corner it was the strongest, but I avoided and listened in as Sotomura opened the door.

Sotomura: Oh hey Yamauchi-Dono, Ike-Dono. How's it going

Yamauchi: I cane here to see my beloved Komi-Chan. Let's watch some!

Ike: No, let's watch my beloved Meroleona

Yamauchi: Hold up...I smell a normie.

Sotomura: Normie? There has been no normies here, I can confirm.

Ike: So then why is there a bag of my favorite chip flavor on the floor! You know better than to eat that, it is only for me when I am here! There is a normie here

Yamauchi: Why Sotomura, why?! Why did you bring the normies to us

Ike: Find them!

I heard Ike and Yamauchi fan out across the room, checking under the bed, behind the tv, in the kitchen

Yamauchi: Come out, come out wherever you are, NORMIE. If you're a cute girl I will forgive you~

Yamauchi cooed to Kaneda and I who were still hiding. I had crouched down and my eyes adjusted to the darkness and I almost screamed. In the corner of the closet was a small shelf of Hentai labeled "Ike and Yamauchi's fun place". On the ground was a suspicious white liquid but it didn't take a genius to figure out what that was.

Ike: Found you!

Ike screeched as he tore something up followed by a shrill scream from Kaneda

Sotomura: Satoru-Dono run!

I heard a slap and Ike scream "My nuts!." I heard the door pull open and I leapt out of the hiding spot and ran out, silently wishing Sotomura luck against The Waifu Warriors...

Author: Will Sotomura be able to defeat The Waifu Warriors? Tune in next time on-No we're not doing that. Fun-Fact: Death Note was my first anime, which is why it is Ayanokoji's first anime. I'm happy I've recovered enough to write, and as said earlier, I will try to keep up the consistent updates. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 33: Summer Festival

Ayanokoji Pov
I had received a notification on my phone saying the summer festival had started. Kizana, the Drama club president, sent me an email for what venue we were at and what time I needed to be there. Luckily for me, I had an hour before I had to go to the club venue

I dressed up nicely and got into the elevator where a few other students were in there. Two of which to be Elder Horikita and Nagumo.

Nagumo: Oh hey Ayanokoji. How's it going?

Ayanokoji: I'm doing fine Nagumo-Senpai, how about you?

Elderkita: We are both doing good, right, Nagumo?

Elder Horikita cut Nagumo off as he was about to speak and gave him a look telling him to shut up.

Nagumo: Yeah, we've been doing well lately. I heard you joined the Drama club as a temporary member?

Asahina: Ooh that's so cool! Can't wait to see my colleagues performance.

Asahina had been chatting with Tachibana up until this point, and she decided once their conversation halted, to immediately jump ship into another conversation.

Ayanokoji: Oh yeah that would be super cool if you came! We are doing Romeo and Juliet.

Tachibana: I wish I was Manabu's Juliet...

Elderkita: Hmm? What was that?

Tachibana: I-ah nothing!

Tachibana turned bright red and pressed herself to the floor in a tight ball

The elevator dinged and we arrived at the first floor and we all filtered out.

Nagumo: Do come by the Student Council stall if you want to get some experience. We have Manabu-Senpai in the dunk-tank!

Elder Horikita looked at Nagumo with another look, this time saying he had a few minutes left to live. The student council people sure are weird.

???: Oh hey Ayanokoji.

I turned around to see Hirata and his small harem with him. Hahahahaha Hirata, I took your harem. Now what's left is Karuizawa and sometimes Shinohara.

Karuizawa: O-ah hey Ayanokoji-Kun.

Ayanokoji: Hey guys, you going to the festival as well?

I pointed to all of their attire and they nodded in unison

Hirata: Yeah that's where we were going.

The elevator beeped and out came the Ayanokoji group. We had already decided to meet up here in the lobby to go to the festival.

Ken: Ayyy Kiyo, my man!

Ken wrapped his arms around both me and Akito, and Haruka and Airi leapt on top of us

Haruka: Group hug!!!

Ayanokoji: I can't breathe!

Haruka's watermelons smothered my face as I squirmed around

Haruka: Silly Kiyopon, you don't need to breathe, as long as you have your mothers love.

Akito: Mother? Who the fu-

Haruka: NO SWEARING AROUND MOTHER

Hirata just laughed at our antics, totally everyone ignoring as I was choking on melons and about to die. Karuizawa did but she clearly wasn't going to help me

Airi: Ok m-maybe we should stop. Kiyotaka-Kun might pass out soon...

Haruka: Hm? Oh I didn't notice, sorry Kiyopon!

Ayanokoji: It's ok, but I totally asked you to let me go earlier!

Akito: Yeah!

Haruka: Sorry didn't hear you.

Ayanokoji: But you respon-

Haruka: I never heard you, sorry.

I just had to sigh as Ken and Hirata enjoyed it a lot and just watched on.

Festival stalls lined the buildings and teachers and members of staff were mixed into the crowd of students. School security watched over us like a hawk.

Kamuro: Oh great, it's you people.

Kamuro was behind a stall, the Art Club stall. She was painting something and there were other paintings behind the stall, probably made by her

Ayanokoji: Woah Kamuro, I never knew you liked to paint.

Kamuro: Yeah I did but I didn't want to join the frickin club. The stupid loli made me do it so I could sell the art to people. So far Mashima-Sensei is the top buyer.

Akito: Well then, should we get a painting?

Ayanokoji: My room COULD use some decorations. So Kamuro, can I buy the one about the mountain?

The painting had a snow-called mountain in the picture with a bright blue sky with clouds floating in the sky. It reminded me of freedom, which I enjoyed heavily.

Kamuro: That will be 10,000 points.

I nodded and transferred the money. She handed me the painting in a package and nodded.

Ayanokoji: It looks super good, thanks Kamuro.

I smiled at her for a tip. Girls would kill for this. If I ever got in hard times...there's always selling myself for por-Getting a job. Yes what else could I have said?

Kamuro turned red and looked away until we left and went somewhere else. We found a game stall with cute plushies hanging on the wall, and darts on the table

Rando: Ayy Miyake man, you're here! And who are these friends

Akito: Ah hey Miya-Senpai. My friends and I just walking around enjoying the sights. How much to play this game?

Rando: 500 points per three darts. Want to play?

We all nodded except Airi who bowed out. We all paid for the darts and threw them.

Ken almost hit the rando running the booth and Haruka missed and hit the wall. Akito and I both hit the target's bullseye and got the win. The rando flipped Ken off as Ken was apologizing and he handed over two plush bears, one was pink, one was blue. Akito snatched the blue and handed it to Haruka.

Haruka: F-for me?

Akito: Yeah, for y-you

Akito was barely one to stutter. Ooh do they? No let the readers speculate until we talk about it again and act like we were so good for putting in a little piece of foreshadowing!

Airi I split from the group and made it to the Drama club venue. There was a massive stage with a large tower and castle backdrop. Both of us checked in backstage

Airi: I-it looks even b-better from what we practiced with!

Ayanokoji: Yeah and I thought that was big!

Kizana: Yeah we spent a lot, so you ought not let us down newbie.

Kizana walked over in a dress and held a fan in her hand. Not a modern fan, but an ornate antique fan

Airi: Yeah, we are ready!

Ayanokoji: We won't let you down Kizana-Senpai!

Rando: You better not!

Kizana: Shut up, they got this...I think.

Oh great words of encouragement from Kizana I hear. People filtered into the venue and we shut off the lights and the show began. If I ever needed stage lights, this would be the place to go...

The show went off quite well. Airi showed her confidence to the student populous and those who knew here were shocked. After the play, Haruka ran back stage after running past the student who was standing guard and almost tackled the two of us in a bear hug

Haruka: OH YN GOD AIRI YOU WERE SO GOOOOD! KIYOPON YOU DID SO GOOD YOU BOTH WERE AMAZING!!!

Airi: Haha, t-thanks Haruka

Ayanokoji: Yaah it was super fun to do that. Airi and I practiced all the time for it!

???: Kiyotaka-Kun you did very good!

Kikyo entered the backstage with the student guard looking at her with hearts in his eyes.

Ayanokoji: Ah you saw it?

Kikyo: Mhm, I saw a poster earlier and you were listed in the cast so I figured I ought to see it! And I was right to see it, it was really fun. I even cried at the end.

Ayanokoji: Wow I didn't know that was possible...

Kikyo punched me in my arm with a pouting face

Kikyo: You shouldn't say that to a cute girl like me!

Ayanokoji: Cute?

Kikyo: Why you little!

Ayanokoji: I'm kidding I'm kidding!

Kikyo punched me in the arm again and smiled, accomplishing revenge on me

Kikyo: You better start being nice to me, or I'm gonna sick Ike and Yamauchi on you!

Ayanokoji: Hehe, noted...

I nervously laughed as Kikyo also giggled a bit.

Kikyo: Oh you're super good at math right? There's a game I need help with...

Rando: Step right up step right up to a counting game!

Ayanokoji: Can I hear the rules?

Rando: Oh girlie I see you brought your boyfriend along?

Kikyo: B-boyfriend?! No he's not my boyfriend... inaudible

Rando: I can't hear you if you mumble but whatever. I will show flashing shapes on the screen and Weill ask a yes or no question, like how many shapes were there, was star the third shape? Etc. 500 points to try it out! But hey since you are pretty cute, I'll give it free if you talk to me for a bit...

The female senpai leaned over the counter and got close up.

Ayanokoji: Sorry but no thanks, I'll play the game though for 500!

I sent the money via the scanner the senpai had and she clicked a button and let the game begin.

Rando: HOW?! YOU GOT THEM ALL RIGHT?!

I had won the game fully, something no one has down before. Because of that, I received a massive stuffed animal that was almost taller than me

Kikyo: Kiyotaka-Kun you did it! How did you do it though?!

Ayanokoji: I just focused really hard on it and managed to get the right answer.

I handed the stuffed animal to Kikyo who had trouble holding it and it almost fell on her.

At this point, a boom went off in the sky, with purple and red sparkling down

Haruka: Ooh fireworks!

Kikyo: They look so pretty...

The fireworks were indeed pretty. They lit up the night sky with the vibrant colors and loud sounds as everyone clapped at the display.

Ayanokoji: If it's one thing this school gets right, it's how to make a party happen!

Akito: Truth Kiyo, truth.

We walked away and ran headfirst into the dunk tank. Elder Horikita was inside the tank and people kept missing the target. Nagumo was saddened that he wouldn't see his "favorite" senpai get dunked

Ken: Yo, can I get a ball?

Nagumo: Sure 750 points.

Ken threw the ball but it seemed to slip out of his hands. I see Nagumo has greased the balls. No Hornykoji, down boy. We're not talking about those balls.

Ayanokoji: Can I get a ball?

Nagumo: Mmk 750 points.

I paid and got a ball. I twisted the ball around as I felt the greasy surface. I did not grip the ball hard, and I threw it with all my years of honing accuracy. The ball hit the target and Elder Horikita went down into the water.

Nagumo: YES YOU ARE NOW ONE OF MY FAVORITE KOHAIS KID!

Nagumo did a party dance and Elder Horikita lifted himself out of the water and smirked at me. Tachibana glared at me and ran over to see if her precious husbando was alright.

Author: Almost done selecting the end girl, just waiting to see if y2 v9.5 changes my view. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 34: The Next Exam

Author: Volume 5 let's gooooo!

Ayanokoji Pov
The school activities had picked up again, as students went to the classrooms in droves. The classes were full of chatter, discussions of what we did over summer vacation and such. The class was the same though: Ike and Yamauchi perving, Karuizawa and the gyarus chitchatting, etc. However one of these people who claimed to be a friend and ally, was a traitor.

Ding-Dong

Everyone ran to their seats as the bell rang, and Chabashira entered the room. She had some packets with her and she placed the pile on the podium.

Chabashira: Alright class, homeroom has begun.

Chabashira was stern and stiff like a massive rock at the head of the classroom. She took a blue marker and began to write on the board

Special Exam: Sports Festival

There was an immediate uproar in the class as soon as she wrote those magical words on the board.

Ike: Sensei! How do they change a festival into an exam?!

Karuizawa: Yeah that's totally unfair!

Chabashira: Silence! Allow me to explain. But first, pass these packets back down your row.

Chabashira handed packets to the people in the front who passed the packets back. The packer was at least 10 pages, with the rules and stipulations of the exam

Chabashira: This exam will be testing the students strength. You will participate in certain activities like the three-legged race, volleyball and swimming. The classes will be divided into two teams: The White Team, and The Red Team. Class D and A will be team Red, and Class C and B will be team White. The classes will try to win events and there are three types of events: Singular, team, and recommendation events.

Chabashira took a pause to survey the class. I looked to my surroundings. Horikita was jotting down notes and the more athletic students like Ken were excited to show their worth to the class.

Chabashira: Singular events will net lower rewards while team competitions will net higher rewards. Recommend events which the lineup will be decided by the class, will net a moderate amount of rewards as you will see on your papers.

I lowered my eyes and began to scan through the point totals. Classes may prioritize team victories but singular victories could win the day.

Allocation of points for all participants in the competitions (Individual Contests)
1st placer gets 15 points
2nd placer gets 12 points
3rd placer gets 10 points
4th placer gets 8 points
1 point each will be deducted for placing lower than 5th place.

In the case of team competitions, the winning team will be allocated 500 points.
Allocation of points for participants of recommended competitions
1st placer gets 50 points
2nd placer gets 30 points
3rd placer gets 15 points
4th placer gets 10 points
2 points each will be deducted for placing lower than 5th place
The relay which will be the final contest will be awarding 3 times the points

The relay has the highest reward total, so it's a no brainer to put your strongest members there. It could change the tide in favor of the losing team. The sports festival will be a very close exam to who the winner is.

Chabashira: Now let me talk about the rewards. Since the grades are split into two groups, the losing group will lose 100 class points per class. For example, if the Red team lost, class 2-A, 2-D, 3-A, 3-D, 1-A, and 1-D would lose 100 points. But the classes are also judged by how many points racked in. So you could lose 200 points in this exam if you placed 4th overall in the 1st Year competition. If you got first, you gain 50 class points, second has no effect, third you lose -50 class points, and 4th place loses -100 class points. Also, just because you won the team competition doesn't mean you are immune. Your team could still win but you could still be 4th and lose 100 points.

Horikita glared at no one in particular at those words, but she was right. This exam was very cruel to the less athletic students. I could see Yukimura and a few others shivering. They could very well cost the class. Chabashira seemed to find a sick enjoyment and wanted to add on to it.

Chabashira: There are also rewards and demerits for singular individuals. The top placer in each year can choose between 3 marks on a written test OR 100,000 points. The second place may choose 2 marks or 50,000 points. Third place can choose 1 or 25,000 points. The bottom ten will lose -10 marks on the next exam. The best student out of all three years will be rewarded with 100,000 points.

Ike and Yamauchi seemed to die inside. They barely passed most of the time and neither were athletic. If one of them got this, they might as well drop out now. One thing I noticed was that there was Universal Participation as a rule, where every person in class will need to participate in at least 3 events

Chabashira: There is a rule about Universal Participation, in which every student will need to participate in at least three events.

Did she read my mind? I was just thinking about that. Then again, she kept throwing me a glance every now and then. This lady...

Chabashira: There will be a strength test class tomorrow that will record physical abilities. Once that is over, you may look over the recommended events and select your roster for those events. Individuals can sign up for whatever individual competition they want. Team competitions will be decided by both of the class on teams. You must make a roster for team events with Class A. Once you finalize the Team and Recommended event rosters, you must give them to your homeroom teacher. That will be all.

Chabashira left the room to do something else that didn't involve us. I think she hated us since we were defects but who cares.

Ayanokoji: Ok does anyone want to think about participating in certain events?

Ken: Count me in for all of em! I'll show my strength to all of you!

Shinohara: Good you better start pulling your weight! You are as dumb as they come!

Hirata: Shinohara!

Ike: Yeah ugly, shut up before some drops a house on you, witch!

Author: Hehe, that was a Wizard of Oz reference. Hehe

Horikita: I was instead thinking we pair the less athletic and more athletic students together. Sure you could win individual competitions, but Ike could end up in the bottom ten.

Ken: Yeah but I need those extra marks!

Ike: If I lose ten marks, I'll die!

Ayanokoji: Horikita-San raised a good idea. We may lose a bonus, but we won't gain a penalty. The other classes will get those penalties so in future tests, they won't gain as many points.

Ken: Fine I guess that makes sense. But man, I dunno about this strategy stuff, I just want to do some sports festival stuff!

Hirata: Yeah it's almost cruel that the school turns a Sports Festival into an exam.

Yukimura: Personally, I wish they wouldn't since students like me struggle in physical activities, so my failure here could easily place us in the cross-hairs and anger of the class

Sotomura: Amen Yukimura-Dono, Amen.

The bell rang and the next teacher came in. I wasn't really focusing as I mindlessly wrote some notes down as to not be mutilated by Horikita's compass of death.

My mind was somewhere else. If the class had to turn in a roster to our teacher...

I can crush the traitor, here and now

Author: Beginning of Volume 5, and the Sports Festival! I don't have much to say really so yeah that's all! Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 35: On Thin Ice

Ayanokoji Pov
The bell rang and signaled the lunch break. Many stood up with plans to go to the cafateria to eat. A voice on the intercom silenced them

'Ahem Ayanokoji Kiyotaka has been appointed as a secretary in the student council. May he please report to the student council office'

Everyone clapped and cheered as Horikita have a me a bombastic side eye and returned to reading her crime novel.

Hirata: Ayanokoji-Kun, how did you get on the student council?

Matsushita: Yeah I heard Horikita-Senpai only accepted Class A students, so how did you make the cut?

Ayanokoji: I suppose I just got lucky and was picked.

Ken: Luck my ars! Come on let's go celebrate!

Haruka: Listen, Kenny. I'm proud of you, I am, but you need to get better listening skills!

Sato: Yeah Ayanokoji-Kun was called to the office right away.

Ayanokoji: Speaking of...see you guys later!

I waved and walked to the third year's floor and knocked on the doors of the office

???: Come in.

I opened the door and entered. Elder Horikita was sitting in a chair at the head of the table and Tachibana standing attentively behind him. Nagumo was fiddling absentmindedly with his phone and Asahina was reading some romance manga.

Tachibana: Nagumo, get off your phone!

Nagumo: Jeez Tachibana-Senpai, do you want my attention that bad?

Tachibana: Why you-

Horikita: Be quiet, both of you.

Tachibana backed away into her little corner as Nagumo smiled at Horikita.

Nagumo: Wow, Horikita-Senpai, why are you yelling at your secretary. She might lose interest in you if you keep doing that...

Asahina: Miyabi...

Kiryama: Nagumo, what the-

Horikita: Nagumo, hold your tongue. Apologies Ayanokoji. Welcome to the student council. As of today you will be working here. Be sure not to sully the council's name.

Tachibana: Like that one.

Tachibana pointed her finger at Nagumo who rolled his eyes and clicked back onto his phone. Asahina stared at Tachibana with a sympathetic look and Kiryama stared at Nagumo with hate in his eyes.

Ayanokoji: I'll be sure not to. So it's nice to meet you all, I'm Ayanokoji Kiyotaka, so please take care of me!

I ended it with my patented lady-killing smile. Asahina smiled brightly with a tint of red and shook my hand. Horikita passed me a packet

Horikita: These are some papers that need signing, could you do that?

Ayanokoji: Yeah sure I can do that.

I took a seat and began to read through the packet. It had some point transactions listed, and I found one most odd. Both Elder Horikita and Nagumo had paid Chabashira for my entrance exam scores. Nagumo had paid for Ichinose's scores as well. I threw a glance to Elder Horikita who looked back with a knowing look.

The next page was an order from a student asking for a bathhouse. Kiryama had typed up the cost of the bathhouse and tried figuring out a price that would make it break even. I decided to approve the order. A bathhouse isn't a bad idea, and with the school presenting some physically taxing challenges, the bathhouse could become a hit with students.

Macho-Sensei: Alright line up in a row, boys and girls. We will be testing your strength for the upcoming sports festival. First will be grip strength.

The man handed a grip tester to the boys and they started resting grip strength. Your grip wasn't made by one muscle, but rather a combination. Flexing the right ones can increase your grip higher than if you didn't and just plain gripped it with no thought.

Ken: Wooh, 80! That's a new record for me!

Hirata: Wow 80? Mine was only around 65!

Ken: Yo Kiyo, come test this!

Ken thrusted the machine into my hand and I wrapped my hand around the handle. I could apply enough pressure to seem around Ken's level, and using too much would raise some question marks. I just need to apply some pressure here and...ah, there we go

Ayanokoji: Ok I got 81!

???: Damn I wish he would grip my ti-who said that?

Hirata: Woah, Ayanokoji-Kun! That's a lot

Ken: Tch I'll win next time!

Ike: Damnit! Eh, ah, Sudo, my man! Can you just help me over here!

Ike was struggling to grip the handle and I saw his pitiful score. It gave me some minor flashbacks but who cares.

Hirata: Right. Where's Koenji?

Koenji: Hohoho, Hirata-Boy. I don't intend to participate, so I kindly ask you leave me out of this.

Koenji was resting against the wall whilst filing his nails.

Ken: Koenji, get over here and do the dayum thing!

Koenji: Silence yourself you red haired monkey~

Ken: What'd you just say? Come over here and say it agin rich kid!

Ken was about to punch him when Macho-Sensei blew the whistle

Macho-Sensei: Both of you clowns shut up! I want everyone 10 laps around the gym.

Everyone sighed but began the laps. I allowed my mind to wander and when I refocused I was already done. Koenji was finished as well but was just staring at himself in his hand mirror.

Sato: Oomp!

I looked to where Sato was and saw she tripped and fell to the ground. A few girls gathered around her and helped her stand up. She had a pretty bruised knee.

Macho-Sensei: That's gonna sting. Hey, uh, Ayanokoji take her to the nurse

Ayanokoji: Ok.

I hooked Sato's arm onto my shoulder and began to walk to the nurse

Ayanokoji: How are you feeling?

Sato: U-oh I'm doing fine apart from my leg. I tripped over my foot and caught myself with my leg I guess.

Ayanokoji: Ah well we are near to the nurse just hold tight.

We opened the door and found the room empty. There was more ones to the wall:

Nurse is busy! Wait until she returns!

Sato limped over to a chair and plopped down into the seat with a frown plastered onto her face. Her leg was swelling, maybe a twisted ankle as well.

There was a mini-fridge in the corner of the office and I approached it. The inside had ice packs and waters.

Ayanokoji: Hey Sato.

I handed her the ice pack and she pressed it to her ankle and grimaced as I applied pressure to it.

Sato: Sorry you must think I'm pretty weak huh?

Ayanokoji: Weak? Why would you be weak?

Sato: Well I'm whining about some pressure on my leg and-

Ayanokoji: Sato, you're not weak for that. It's a natural reaction and it's ok. Being weak is when you don't try to be better than you are, and you give up on it.

Sato: Haah, Ayanokoji-Kun you talk like my grandpa. You must have a lot of experience? Say...were there any times when you felt weak

Ayanokoji: Times when I felt weak...

Sato: Err you don't have to answer or anything! That might be personal-

Ayanokoji: Don't worry. But to answer your question: Yeah I have been weak before. It hurt me a lot.

Sato: Ah, well how did you stop being weak?

Simple: I did whatever it took to survive

Author: Nothing to talk about today! Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 35.5: Nagumo Miyabi's Thirst

Nagumo Pov
I am at the top. I always have been, always will be. I don't intend to stop until I'm in charge. I have ambition. My mom called it my will if fire. Says I got it from my dad...the same drunken bastard who left us. I don't care though.

All my life, I've been adored. The elderly doted on me. Girls my age tried to win my affection. Boys asked me to play games with them all the time. I was so satisfied. Until I met Horikita Manabu.

Horikita Manabu was at the very top. He had reached the point of godhood, where I was at the point of king. I don't hate him, I admire him. He represents what true strength is, true power.

I recognize him, yet he doesn't recognize me. Instead he recognized Ayanokoji Kiyotaka. He has a big secret which I will find. I don't hate Ayanokoji though. I just need to pour salt on the seeds before they grow.

If I establish my dominance over him now, he won't dare bite back. He'll be my loyal pawn in my games. I'll challenge both of them in the final relay race and when I win, I'll be recognized. Horikita will give me a firm handshake, and Ayanokoji will bow down.

Then, and only then, will that aching feeling disappear. That's not to think about now ( A/N: That's for me to milk for another monologue!)

I will be the god. I'll rule ANHS, and after that, I'll rule university. I'll claim the ranks and I won't stop until I reach the top. It's true what my mother says. I have the will of fire.

I'll do whatever it takes to be the strongest. No matter who I have to shove aside. No matter who I have to hurt. All that matters...

Is that I become the strongest

Ayanokoji: GET SOME ORIGINAL MATERIAL DWEEB

Author: Nothing to say here. Bye Felicia! Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 36: Half-Eaten Strawberry

Ayanokoji Pov
The classrooms were abuzz as classes strategized. I, however, had been called by Sakayanagi to discuss our strategy for the exam. Out of coincidence, Ryuen and Ichinose were meeting to discuss their strategies. The day after the exam was announced, Class B announced a freeze in the alliance since we were fighting on different teams. We decided to negotiate the alliance after the Sports Festival.

The hallways were empty and I walked through them as I observed out the windows. Some second years were gathering and talking to one and other frantically. I saw a girl flash her phone to the others and they all seemed equally shocked about it. One of them looked to the girl, who I could identify as Asahina. Asahina meekly nodded and then turned away. I wonder what's going on...

Before I new it, I reached Class A. I slid the door open and was met with a wave of looks. A few some neutral, the cult ones looked in awe, and some looked with feral glances. The usual. Sakayanagi sat at the teachers podium with her usual clique standing around. Katsuragi had been standing up and now approached me.

Katsuragi: Ayanokoji, you came.

Sakayanagi: Since Katsuragi has yet learned his place as a pawn, he has demanded he accompany us to the strategy. He is still in about claiming to be the better leader.

Yahiko: You would do well to hold your tongue for someone who needs a purple haired art weirdo to hold your hand!

Kamuro: Huh? What did you just say you rat?

Sakayanagi: Fufufu, all a childish squabble. Katsuragi, you would do well to keep your drooling mutt under control, lest he be trapped by another owner...

Ayanokoji: I hate to interrupt, but can this wait for later? We have to flak about the Sports Festival...

Dealing with these people made me want to throw Sakayanagi off a bridge, especially since she knew my past. Yahiko made me want to send him home in a body bag. No one can annoy me more than some of these people.

Katsuragi: You're right. Let's go.

Kamuro opened the door and led us to a spot no one really goes to. It's near the school basement, right under the stairs. People use it as a make out area, but no one is getting a kiss down here as of now.

Sakayanagi: So, I assume you wished to talk about the team events?

Katsuragi: No Sakayanagi-San, he wanted to talk about the new ice cream parlor.

Sakayanagi: That tongue of yours...I will be sure to cut it out when I gain control~

Katsuragi: Haah, you disappoint me Sakayanagi-San, to think you would resort to using violence. I never thought you the type.

These two squabbled like a married couple, I feel like a third wheel on a date that will end with one in the hospital.

Ayanokoji: Wooow, I feel like a third wheel. Want me to leave?

Sakayanagi: That is not necessary, I will be on my upmost behavior from here on.

Ayanokoji: So the team competition for the Cavalry game, I was thinking...

Timeskip

The meeting ended and I looked at the copy of the team roster I had in my hand. It had been about an hour or two since we had started and we managed to get through it by deciding to use strong and weak players together. I wonder how Ichinose and Ryuen are working together. Ichinose is kind, Ryuen is cunning. They are polar opposites, like oil and water.

I checked the school forum, and I saw something...very interesting. Rumors. A lot of them too. There were some that we're career ending, one involving me!

Hoshinomya is a pedoohile.

Isn't much of a rumor but still.

Ayanokoji Kiyotaka enjoys hurting girls by leading them on.

Ok what the fyuck, who came up with these things? There was one about the Elder Horikita:

Horikita Manabu is in a secret relationship with Tachibana Akane.

The forums were a buzz with all the info. Comments sympathizing with the people, others flaming them:

Yamagod: Always knew Ayanokoji was bad but no one listened!

CinnamonBun: THAT ISN'T TRUE, THERE IS NO SUCH SECRET RELATIONSHIP

Sunflower: Woooooow, very convincing.

This is bad. Someone is intentionally spreading rumors about me and many others. Question is: Who? It wasn't just one account that posted the rumors, but many. Could they be alt accounts? Maybe, but that wouldn't explain how one person can be able to get so much crappy information and have some believe it. Many in the comments seemed to agree with these rumors, and parroting them as truths.

???: Guess who!

A pair of hands covered my eyes from behind. A sweet scent enveloped me as I felt something soft against my back.

Ayanokoji: Ichinose-San?

Ichinose: Yup, that's me!

Ayanokoji: How did the meeting with Ryuen go?

Ichinose: W-well I mean, it didn't go bad...

Ayanokoji: It went bad

Ichinose: It went bad. But I can't tell you about to since we are enemies!

Ichinose wore a courageous expression, and looking into the sky. Her pink hair shone in the bright sunlight. Her clear blue eyes were like a pool of stars in the bright sky.

Ayanokoji: Hehe oh yeah, I guess so. But Ryuen was suggesting something cruel wasn't he?

Ichinose: Well no, he was just mean and said some cruel things...

Ayanokoji: Even if we are enemies, Jude's no you can always talk to me and I will never judge, ok?

Ichinose: Yeah. I'll make sure to remember that! See ya around!

Ichinose waved goodbye and skipped off to meet with a Kanzaki who exchanged a curt nod with me. Ichinose was a strong leader but with her friends, she was even stronger. Ryuen was strong but he was isolated. They were two different people, two different ideologies. If you placed those two people on a deserted island, they might call a truce and find a way to survive. They could hunt and forage for food, and use flint and wood to make fire. But what happens when they runs out of food?

One will be eaten alive by the other

Author: Nothing to say here! If you guys have any ideas of how the Koji will handle the traitor, tell me. I have a way in mind, but if you have a good one please share! Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 37: Gym Buddies

Ayanokoji Pov
Sterile. The room smelled like chemicals. The white walls, the white ceilings. They were so foreign, and yet they were so familiar. The blank feeling of white caused it to be an unfamiliar color. White is present everywhere. The clouds, the fur of a dog, the paper that you write on. Yet if something traumatic was connected to white you would certainly remember it

???: ...

I had grown up in the pure white. From the moment I was born, and likely in the moment I die, white will follow me. It will follow me like a curse. I resent that place. It took everything from me

???: Ay-

It took my compassion, my emotions. It took my heart from me. I look at kids my age. They smile truthfully. They rage truthfully. Their emotions aren't a painting, just painted on crudely with cheap paints. I was a blank canvas.

When out and about, I painted myself with cheap water colors. But when I return to solitude, those colors wash off. And I'm back to white.

???: Ayano-

White took everything from me. My heart, my compassion...my friends...

I remembered something it stinger the back of my head like someone threw a fast ball at me. A calm voice, it sounded mature but had a childlike touch to it. I turned around and I saw a person: Blonde hair, rosy cheeks, and a white gown. Her face was distorted, as if censored by my mind. Trauma has a way of manipulating a memory. But who was she?

???: Ayanokoji!

Beep beep

Oh jeez, I need to stop those dreams. I sat up in bed as I turned off my alarm clock. It was a weekend. I went to the bathroom and showered. I felt my fatigue wash off like mud and I sat there, thinking about random things. I mentally catalogued my day into sections: 11:00Am: Lunch with Kikyo and Hirata. 3:00pm: Class training at the gym. I was not looking forward to that at all. Ike and Yamauchi were going to perv, Ken was going to challenge me to competitions...All one massive to do.

Hornykoji: Don't be so glum, you get to see the girls swearing! And when they sweat, their clothes might become a hit see through~

Ayanokoji: I'm not a pervert like you. Sometimes I wish you never existed

Hornykoji: Sometimes? So you like me sometimes!

Ayanokoji: I can't deny you are a fragment of my humanity, so having you around gives me hope for recovering my humanity.

Hornykoji: Mm Kikyo's boobies...hm what were you saying?

I sighed deeply and shut off the shower and stepped out. I wrapped the towel around me and brushed my teeth. The morning was quiet and I walked off to my meeting with Hirata and Kikyo...

Ayanokoji: Yo, yo! What's up guys!

Hirata and Kikyo were standing around talking when they looked over to see me waving like a drunken puppy. Kikyo smiled and waved back and so did Hirata.

Kikyo: We are doing fine, but what about you? We saw the rumors on the school's forum...

Ayanokoji: Yeah no, those are fake. The only thing worrying me is who did it. I've narrowed down a few suspects based off what I can conclude:

1. There are multiple people involved. There are many accounts, too many to be simple alt accounts. They aren't bots since in replies they can speak normally and use slang without sounding like your mother trying to get you to do the laundry by being cool. 2. Most of the accounts are Second Year and Third Year accounts. This leaves me with two main suspects: Nagumo and Elder Horikita. Horikita has attempted to dig into my past to get info as to why the school labeled me as defective, and so has Nagumo. Horikita clearly wanted me to find the documents that proved the transactions as well, so it could be an open-challenge. Nagumo is also likely due to his grip on the Second Years, but he lacks a motive. I don't see why he would pursue school-wide chaos.

Hirata: I just can't stomach those types of people. They have no regard for who gets hurt and when someone does they will just move onto the next person...

Kikyo: Mhm, yeah. These people deserve to pay for their crimes.

Kikyo slammed her fist into her palm and giggled slightly. Hirata pulled a chair out and sat at a table. We avoided the topics and decided to just chit-chat until the afternoon gym meeting.

Ike: Woaaaah, this is so big!

Ike said while staring at the T-Rex. It towered over him like a skyscraper and he began to-Ignore that.

Ike was of course talking about the size of the gym. It was the size of a warehouse, lined with High-end gym equipment. I and a few others were accustomed to this environment since we all exercised daily, while others found this as foreign.

Ayanokoji: Ok, we will be training for two hours. I know that may be a long time to some, but we need to stay ahead. Class C is very strong so we have some catching up to do. We got this!

The class cheered and dispersed to the machines. Ken, Koenji and I went to the area for more intense workouts. The gym was divided into three sections for easy medium and hard so as to not make weak people feel embarrassed by working out with a strong person next to them.

Ken: Alright, let's start with stretches then we can compete! I'm willing to bet say...1,000?

Koenji: Fufufu, I will join you. I always yearn to battle the one and only Ayanokoji~

Ayanokoji: Right, well I'm in. Let's do it.

???: Might I join if you don't mind?

A strong voice said form behind. We turned to see Albert of Class C. Koenji smirked and was about to speak but I cut him off.

Ayanokoji: Sure I don't mind.

Ken: Me neither.

Albert: Thanks.

We started to exercise, and then Ken brought up a topic.

Ken: Tits or ass?

Koenji: Ah the age old question. You cannot limit yourself to one. Thighs are better.

Ayanokoji: Sorry but tits are better.

Ken: No, ass! It has everything tits has but more!

Albert: Personally I am an ass kind of guy.

Koenji: Thighs have more personality. Tits and ass can be changed by surgery but thighs are pure.

Ayanokoji: Question: How do babies eat? From tits. Tits give life, meaning they are better.

Ken: I'm telling you, ass! It is juicy and ripe-

Albert: I agree but that's enough out of you

???: HEY PERVERTS

Oh sheet...

Ibuki: You're so dead!

Elsewhere

People watched as Ibuki attempted to attack Ayanokoji, Sudo, Koenji and Albert with a weight. She swung it and attempted to bash Sudo's skull in. Albert tried tk grab the weight but she kicked at him and forced him back

Kushida: Wow they're having fun!

Ryuen: That's-never mind.

Back to the protag.

After Ibuki left, Albert exchanged numbers. The four of us decided to be gym buddies and meet up and talk and exercise.

New Friends achieved!

Charm level up by 3!

Charisma level up by 3!

I will grow strong to protect my friends

Author: That was a Fire Emblem joke. Nothing to speak of today. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 38: Challenge

Ayanokoji Pov
Ken: Kiyo, can I talk to you for a sec?

Everyone was packing up their equipment and talking about how tired they were. Ike was chugging back his fifth water bottle of the day. He had almost passed out and was sweating like a pig, so with all those lost fluids, he had to drink more. Koenji and Albert already left, leaving me and Ken.

Ayanokoji: Yeah, what do you need?

Ken: There are two reasons. I wanted to talk to you about the sports festival.

Ayanokoji: Mhm, how many events do you want to sign up for?

Ken: I was thinking, sign me up for six events, and I want to sign up for the Relay at the end. I want to show people how strong I am!

Ayanokoji: Right...what was the other thing?

Ken: Right, about that...you're close with Horikita right?

Here we go...

Ayanokoji: Haah, no not really. We aren't close like friends, more like acquaintances for the sake of the class, but what about?

Ken: Ah well then I guess you won't be able to answer this. But there's no point in not asking: What type of guy is she into?!

Ayanokoji: Hehe, right well she hasn't told me that. She isn't the type to worry about romance so I'm sorry dude but she is not interested...for now. Maybe when we reach Class A, she will tart caring.

Ken: Jeez that sounded harsh, but I get your point. I need to get my head in the game too, stop thinking about romance. I just can't get her out of my head. She helps em study a lot, she's smart, witty, and real pretty...

Ayanokoji: Hehe, not many people would peg you for the type to like Horikita. You know, a lot of people think you would like Onodera.

Ken turned his eyes to Onodera who was talking with some people. She was athletic like Ken, but had more reserve like Horikita. It was like she was the Dragon Ball fusion of Ken and Horikita.

Ken: Onodera? She's a nice girl, and we hang out some times. She just isn't my type. I've never really felt the way I feel for Horikita with anyone else. Most just keep their clear and disregard me as a delinquent. But everyone here is so chill, and they looked past my bluster. I used to shut it out and focus on playing basketball. I thought "Who needs friends when I have my ball. Who needs books and sheet". But Horikita showed me why I needed that.

Ayanokoji: Wow it's been a short time, and yet you have grown a lot. But I understand what you mean. I haven't felt that way for anyone either yet, and so far, I'm still searching. But I think when it happens, I'll realize it.

Ken: Trust me dude, you will realize it. And when it happens, I'll be here to talk to you about it. But seriously dude, you have your pick of any girl. I'm jealous of you, but only a bit.

Ayanokoji: Yeah. Well I've got nothing to do, want to go get a drink or something?

Ken: I would but I got practice sorry man.

Ayanokoji: Ok yeah that's fine. Oh yeah, I heard you have a tournament coming soon right? I'll be there with Haruka, Akito and the others, and we lol cheer you on!

Ken: Thanks dude, I'll see you later!

Ken ran off to practice and I checked my phone. It seems there are more rumors on the forums.

Ayanokoji Kiyotaka extorted the Chairman to get into the school

Ayanokoji Kiyotaka is a fake.

Ayanokoji Kiyotaka is gay

Ok what the hell. These are seriously getting on my nerves. Whoever this is, is going to pay. I've always like the letter X, so let's say this person is Y. Y is currently going after me on the forums, using a group of individuals to parrot and spread these rumors. I scrolled more and saw a batch about the Student Council President:

Horikita Manabu is collecting a cut of the third year Class A's monthly points

Horikita Manabu's sister is a narcissist, and so is he

Whoever this is, is aiming to cause school wide chaos. He rumors used to be about many people, but now they were focused on me and Elder Horikita. In that moment, Elder Horikita called me.

Ayanokoji: Horikita-Senpai?

Elderkita: Ayanokoji, I assume you have seen the rumors, correct.

Ayanokoji: Yeah, I did. So I assume it wasn't you right?

Elderkita: Yeah, it wasn't me, and I assume you also have your suspicions of who it was.

Ayanokoji: Yes, I've been considering Nagumo-Senpai. But he lacks a motive, no? Maybe to target you, since you are his idol, but I wonder why he would he after me...

Elderkita: I wonder about that too, but come to the Student Council room. I will meet you there. You should call up Nagumo.

Ayanokoji: Will do.

Elderkita hung up and I navigated to Nagumo's number. A thought came to me: Horikita-Senpai wants me to send the message to show Nagumo I am worth attention. Nagumo is fully focused on Elder Horikita, and he respects me. Nagumo must have some doubt through his ego, and assume I am weak. It is time he realizes how wrong he is...

Timeskip

Elder Horikita and I were in the Student Council room and we took seats at the table. The clock ticked as we sat in complete silence, already theorizing why Nagumo was going after us

Nagumo: Hello, why did you call me here? Ayanokoji said it was rather important.

Elderkita: It is. I am sure you saw the message on the School's forums. What is your opinion on those.

Nagumo: Ah those rumors. I know they're all fake, I'm just wondering who did it. I'm just lucky they aren't after me heh.

Ayanokoji: You're right Nagumo-Senpai, you are lucky. Unless, of course, whoever was spreading these rumors were connected to you.

Nagumo: What are you implying? If it were me, would I not spread rumors about myself to cover my tracks?

Nagumo observed my reactions with a grin. He stood tall and leaned forward and gazed into my eyes, and he looked over at Elder Horikita, then back to me.

Ayanokoji: That would be true, most people would do that...Unless you wanted someone to find you.

Nagumo: That would be preposterous, me spreading rumors. I assure you-

Elderkita: Nagumo, cut the crap. We know it was you.

Ayanokoji: From what we have gathered, there is a group of individuals spreading these rumors. Whoever is the ringleader has influence, and you have influence. I followed up on the accounts spreading these rumors, and I have gathered via their previous comments and posts that these accounts are mainly Second year, and a few Third year accounts. You have a grip on the second year apart from a few rebels, and rumor has it you have a few spies amongst the Third year students. You are the one spreading the rumors. The question is: You are clearly capable of sticking to the shadows. This scheme was clearly in the open, almost like you wanted to be found out.

Nagumo just laughed and clapped. Elder Horikita glared across the table at him and Nagumo gave me a sly look.

Nagumo: I should have known that Horikita-Senpai respected an intelligent person.

Ayanokoji: Oh? And how do you know Horikita-Senpai didn't just feed me the info to tell you?

Nagumo: Don't act like I'm stupid. Horikita-Senpai wouldn't try to put you on a pedestal if there was no skill. He isn't the foolish type to do that. So you're wondering why I wanted you to find me right? Well it's simple: I want to battle you, both of you.

Elderkita: A battle you say?

Nagumo: In the final relay race, I want all three of us to race. We will be the final member in the race, and we will battle it out. What do you say?

Ayanokoji: Well there must be terms, correct?

Nagumo: Straight to business I can get behind that. If I win the race: Horikita-Senpai and I will swap positions. I will become the President, and he will become Vice-President. What are your terms?

Elderkita: If I win, I will resign.

AyanoNagumo: What?!

Nagumo: Wow Horikita-Senpai, I never knew you were one to joke!

Elderkita: It isn't a joke, Nagumo. If I win, I will resign. It is time a new generation rules the council. I've been here for two years now, it's time to move on. Ayanokoji, do you have a condition?

Ayanokoji: I have no condition for this battle. This is a battle between you two, I am just a spectator.

Nagumo: How disappointing, but ok. Should we write this down somewhere?

Elderkita: Nagumo we all know you recorded this.

Nagumo: Jeez am I that open? Welp, see you then! Oh yeah, want to grab a drink Ayanokoji? I've got something to talk about with you.

Ayanokoji: Sure I've got nothing to do.

Nagumo and I left the Student Council room as Elder Horikita gave Nagumo a bombastic side eye.

Ayanokoji: So what did you want to talk about? It seemed important.

Nagumo: Yeah it was important. I know Horikita-Senpai wants you to help him, but I wanted to ask you to help me out. I know you want to play neutral, but if you side with me, there are some generous perks involved. Why else do you think so many people side with me?

Ayanokoji: Well, what are these benefits?

Nagumo: Well I know you are an attention hoe, I've seen how you act, and I've seen your past, or rather, the lack there of. Seriously, your past is the blandest stuff ever. No juicy details, nothing. Usually the people of Class D who act like you have some dirty secret, but you have nothing! But I'm getting ahead of myself. My group gets all the info before everyone else knows it. You have your own network, but that only extends so far. When it comes to info, I know everything.

Ayanokoji: I fail to see how that would convince me to betray Horikita-Senpai.

Nagumo: I figured that would be too little for you. If you go with my crew, I can reach you a few things. I have experience with this school, I know it's secrets. And if you ever need help, I'll be there so support you. So what do you say?

On one hand, making an enemy out of Elder Horikita might be bad, but Nagumo has influence and strength. However, Nagumo is not trustworthy. Even if I join him, there's no guarantee he won't go after me.

Ayanokoji: I'm sorry Nagumo-Senpai, but I must reject your offer.

Nagumo: I see, well too bad, because one of these days...

I'll force you to join me

Author: Me grinding Splatoon 3 all day. Team Courage forever! Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 39: Sports Festival

Ayanokoji Pov
The entire school gathered on the track field as Elder Horikita stood on stage. He stood calm and prepared, doing what he did at the club fair. However no one tried to make fun of him this time. His intentions were known to all as he finally spoke

Elderkita: Welcome to the Sports Festival. The school has given you the opportunity to work amongst each other, to prove your prowess and unite two classes against the other two. I hope that you all prepared yourselves. Let the festival begin.

Everyone cheered and began to disperse to the different events. My mind however was wandering to something before the exam...

Flashback

Ayanokoji: Alright this is the roster we have! If anyone has any concerns, just message me ok?

I posted the class roster in the class group chat. Depending on how the traitor acts, I will know who it is. Some people responded like Ken and Onodera, others like Koenji and Yamauchi stayed silent. I still had some loose ends to pick up. I had used a certain pawn in Class C to get a few pieces of the Class C roster

Flashback within a flashback

I opened up my phone and went to message Manabe of Class C. The good thing about messaging, is you can change their name! So as I mentioned Female Dog, she responded instantly. I used the anonymity feature so she has no idea who I am. It also means I have two chats open with her, one where I am cruel and known as X, and one where I am your typical hot ikemen.

X: Manabe, send me the roster for Class C.

Female Dog: Ryuen didn't show anyone, he is telling us day of. I managed to here a whisper of it though, so here is some I recorded.

Attachment: 1 Video

I played the video and it seemed Manabe was hiding around a corner where she heard Ishizaki and Ibuki talking about it. Ibuki was mainly trying to evade the topic but Ishizaki had his opinions on the line up. I listened in and wrote in the roster info that was present in the video...

Timeskip to the original flashback.

If the person is who I think it is, I already know what they'll do. If I'm wrong it doesn't matter really. I have a back-up suspect. Either way, the traitor is revealed, and therefore, crushed. What worries me is this person could very well be strong, strong enough to see through my plan and counter it. Whatever, there is no point thinking on it. I am confident in my guess and my strategy...

Return to present

I had signed up for an event of pole vaulting. I had practiced this with angles and math problems, so I was confident in my ability to win the event. My competition was Ibuki, Ichinose and other random people.

Ichinose: Yahoo, how's it going? I haven't talked to Ibuki since the Zodiac Killer Exam, how's it been with you?

Ibuki: Shut up milkers. I have no intention of talking to someone like you. The way you smile and act nice all the time makes me want to vomit all over you.

Ayanokoji: Ibuki-San, chill out

Ibuki: You too, don't talk to me.

Ibuki stepped up with her pole and preformed the event pretty well. She had a nice build that allowed her to be dexterous and agile while also being strong and capable. Next up was Ichinose, who barely did it. Her watermelons bounced a bit while she was in the air, and I felt an ominous presence building up

Hornykoji: Like a graceful bouncing yo-yo, the melons bounced up and down-

Ayanokoji: Shh, shh, shut up!

Ichinose: Ayanokoji-Kun, did you say something?

Ayanokoji: Nope, nothing!

I stepped up to the event and took the pole. I had to use the pool at a 98 degree angle and use a medium percentage of my muscles to give more potential energy to the pole and-*more complicated math*. That should do it. I ran and leapt up with the pole and pushed myself over the marker and landed on the padding they had put on the ground. The results were tallied and I was the winner, right above Ibuki, and then Ichinose.

Ichinose: Good job Ayanokoji-Kun! I messed up with my vault but third place isn't bad!

With my placement in first, I managed to gain points for my team. Both Ibuki and Ichinose both got points too, and some other events were going on so the teams were essentially tied. Why should I bring this up though, that result is to be expected. It's because I know the suspect just competed in their first event. Speaking of I have an event with them later on. I plan on watching them and seeing their actions. For now, I am just going to participate in another event.

Kikyo Pov
I know I shouldn't do what I'm about to do, but I can't take the stress anymore. I asked Kiyotaka if I could expel Horikita but he said no, and that he would make sure she doesn't expose me, but I want her gone! She causes me too much stress, and she needs to go.

I walked into the tent we had where I saw Horikita sipping water. God, even her doing the most mundane actions makes me want to punch her. She has that aura that makes everything she does look annoying.

Kushida: Hey Horikita-San! Could I talk to you for a moment?

Horikita: Ah Kushida-San what do you need?

Kushida: Come with me.

I walked and she followed me. We reached a secluded area where I immediately dropped my facade and gave her a cruel look

Horikita: What do you want?

Kushida: I want to tell you something. There's nothing like telling someone you hate them straight to your face. I hate you Horikita. I hate you with every fiber of my being. I hope you choke and I hope I'm there to see you die. The moment when you start to break down I will relish.

Horikita: Ok you have issues. Is that all?

Kushida: One more thing. Watch your back bitch. One day, I'll get rid of you. I'll make you leave this school one way to another. And so help me God, if I don't get what I want, people are going to pay, and heads are going to roll.

Horikita: What's the purpose of telling me this?

Kushida: I want you to be as stressed as possible! If I expel you that's good but if you have a mental breakdown even better! So watch your back bitch, I'm coming for you.

I skipped away happily as a smile returned to my face. I'll expel her and she will be gone for good. Kiyotaka might get angry but he's still a teenage boy. Use my natural assets and he'll forget about her eventually. Maybe even fall for me! Wait why am I so excited about that?! Head in the game Kikyo! Once she's gone, I'll be able to relax and bask in everyone's praises! It will be just like elementary school. I'll get everything.

Everything will belong to me

Author: Double update! Has hell frozen over? No it hasn't. But yeah that's all out of me. I don't really have anything to say. I'm going to probably add more chapters to the volumes and make longer chapters. That doesn't mean I won't produce short chapters and stuff. Gotta take care of myself you know? Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 40: Peppery Manipulation

Ayanokoji Pov
I was observing an event Horikita had signed up for. I had completed my second event so I could sit it out until the relay race, however, I intend to do more events to be able contribute without suspicion. Only a few people know that there is a traitor that I'm searching for. Horikita and Hirata I both told that there was a traitor, and I decided not to tell them my suspicions. Horikita might crucify the traitor if I'm proven correct so I couldn't tell her my theory.

Horikita and the other girls involved stepped up to the obstacle course. It was rather intense as well, but there were on sight medics led by the nurse. Chabashira had been running a water stand as well. At the end of the day, past the competitions, the students safety was the top priority.

Horikita took off and she instantly took the lead. She leapt, rolled and crouched past the obstacles, however she kept looking behind her. She gazed at Kinoshita of Class C several times. Kinoshita was gaining the lead on Horikita but I could her lips moving, and right after she does that, Horikita looked behind her. Was Kinoshita trying to talk to Horikita?

Horikita began to ignore her and moved quickly through the course as Kinoshita tried to get her attention repeatedly. Horikita had almost made it to the finish line, now all she had to do was walk the balance beam. She was almost at the end when Kinoshita scream at the top of her lungs. It was barely audible in the rose of the crowd and it seemed only Horikita and I noticed it. Horikita looked behind her as Kinoshita ran straight into her and plowed her to the ground.

Rando-Student: Oh jeez is she ok?!

Ryuen: Damn that looked nasty, eh? Hey Ayanokoji, doesn't that injury on Kinoshita look real nasty?

Ayanokoji: It looks like she hurt her ankle, and Horikita seems to have been hurt bad. It seemed like Kinoshita was trying to talk to her, do you think something was wrong.

Ryuen: I dunno, maybe Horikita slowed down on purpose. Let's go ask them.

Ryuen walked over to Kinoshita as Ishizaki began to support her and brought her over to the medical tent. I went over to Horikita who was grimacing as she gripped her ankle. She had tripped off the beam and her foot landed on an awkward position. Hirata walked over and helped me as we supported her and pulled her up as we walked to the medical tent.

Horikita: Tch, damnit. Kinoshita ran right into me when I wasn't paying attention.

Hirata: Horikita don't worry about it, you made one mistake but you already have your required events.

Ayanokoji: Horikita, was Kinoshita talking to you? I saw her mouth moving like she was making words and I saw you turn around.

Horikita: She was calling my name. She wasn't saying anything else, it was honestly kind of creepy. Her voice was so tiny and high that I thought I imagined it and when I looked behind I realized it was her. I ignored her and then she screamed and I looked out of instinct and then she rammed into me. I caught my foot on something and I landed the wrong way.

Hirata: Do you think Kinoshita did it on purpose? She seems like a nice girl...

Ayanokoji: Yeah, she is, but if I had to guess, maybe Ryuen put it up to it. Even nice people have their limits of how far they can stick their neck out.

We walked into the tent and put Horikita on the bed. We seemed to fry here before Ishizaki which was weird since he left before us. The nurse began to inspect Horikita's leg and nodded her head and wrote something down.

Nurse-Chan: Ok it looks like a sprained ankle, just give it some rest. You will be excused from participating in any events but you will have to have someone fill in your spot. What's your name hon?

Horikita: Horikita Suzune.

Nurse-Chan: Oh, like the Student Council President? He must be proud of you for making it into this school right? Chie used to talk about your older brother a lot. Said he was hot until she found another student.

Horikita grimaced as the nurse talked about how good their relationship must be, and how Elder Horikita was proud of Younger Horikita. It was like someone dumped a bucket of salt into an open wound.

Horikita: Right.

Nurse-Chan: Alright here is your ice pack and make sure someone replaced you in any event you signed up for.

The nurse left us alone as Horikita tightened her grip on the bed. Hirata bowed out as he went to tell everyone about Horikita's condition and likely ask for replacements.

Ayanokoji: What's bothering you?

Horikita: Besides what the nurse said, something else is bothering me...

Ayanokoji: Oh? And that is?

Horikita: I feel so worthless! What have I contributed to the class?! Nothing. And yet I ridicule them like I'm better. But compared to them, I've done nothing. Even Ike has shown his use before!

Ayanokoji: Horikita, that's true. What have you done for the class? What have you done for the class that couldn't have easily been picked up by something else.

Horikita looked at me like I had a third eye. She clearly didn't expect me to agree with her. After all, you usually tell them they are useful. But Horikita wouldn't except that. The only way to put her back together, was to berate her.

Ayanokoji: You haven't done anything. You have always been saved by someone else. And do you know who that someone else is? Me. I'm that someone else.

Horikita: So what am I supposed to do?!

Ayanokoji: Rely on me until you're strong. Once you're strong enough, I'll release you to be able to prove yourself. I have to ask though: When do you intend to stop being useless?

Horikita: I want to grow Ayanokoji-Kun. And fine, I'll rely on you, just this once. And then I'll prove myself to everyone and show my brother how serious I am about catching up to him. I'll show everyone that I will reach Class A.

I gave Horikita a hug which she was surprised by, but she gave me a small hug back. This is good. She will be the perfect pawn.

She will rely on me to gain strength. I'll tell her what to do and I'll mold her into my perfect pawn: A strong one that will rely on me. She will form a bond with me when I train her and even when she is "good enough" to operate alone, she will still help me. That's right Horikita. I've never thought of you as a friend. I've never thought of you as an ally either. You are nothing more than my pawn...

Ayanokoji: Oh yeah, I heard Ken was going in a match against Albert, want to go watch?

Horikita: To cheer him on? Sure.

Ken Pov
I stood at one side of the ring as Albert stood at the other. The crowd was silent as they stared at the two of us. It was a wrestling match between Albert and I, and there was a pretty big turnout. There were people who wanted to support me like Akito, Kiyotaka and even Horikita. I hope she thinks I'm cool...There were people who rooted against me, the ones who I pissed of before like the three Senpai from the first month. Man they piss me off. They're just here to see me beat up or something. Too bad I'm winning this.

Albert: Apologies Sudo, right after we became friends too.

I barely spoke English but I think he was saying sorry and right after we became friends. I don't know though, it could also be him trash talking. I barely passed English by the skin of my teeth so I don't know.

Referee-Chan: Alright, I want a clean match here. I hope you both read there pamphlets you were given describing the special rules the school is using. Now, the match may begin!

Albert kicked off instantly and swiped at me with a big arm. It was almost like he was striking with a massive log of wood, thick and really strong. I ducked under it and threw a punch at his side which he blocked with his arm.

Sheet ok, he is real strong. His arm really was like a massive wooden log! He kicked up at me and I moved sideways and aimed a punch at his head again but I missed it and he ran and tackled me to the ground. He pinned me down and the Referee began to count it as I was pinned down

Ryuen: Kukuku, stupid Class D monkey is going down!

Ishizaki: This dude is like a stupid hairy chimp; nothing but bluster

Ryuen: Kukuku, where did you learn such a big word Ishizaki? You're also a monkey, now act like one.

Ishizaki: Yes boss. Eee eee, ah ah!

Horikita: Sudo, get up! You can do this we all believe in you!

Horikita's voice played loud and clear in my mind. She's rooting for me! It may be the fact that I'm pinned down by a heavy weight but I feel my cheeks flushing. God why am I so happy about her complimenting me! I know why.

Because I like Horikita Suzune!
And I won't let her or anyone else down!

I felt an adrenaline rush as I banged my head against Albert's head. He backed off from the pain and leapt on top of him. He fought hard and almost pried me off when I kicked his leg out from under him and he hit the ground. I kept him pinned down as the referee called the time.

Ryuen: Albert, get the fuck up! Swear to god, if you don't I'll kill you!

Albert: I'm trying boss!

Albert tried his best to pry me off but my adrenaline rushed through me. I kept him pinned and the referee called it after what felt like an eternity!

Referee-Chan: Congratulations to Sudo Ken of Class D, he has won this competition!

A lot of people cheered for me and I saw Ryuen grin like a maniac and I saw Kiyotaka give me a thumbs up with a goofy ass grin. Haruka hugged Airi while screaming something like: "MY BAAABY! MY BAAAABY IS ALL GROWN UP!" I looked at Horikita and she gave me a nod and I saw a little grin on her face. Damnit, I'm so happy right now!

I'm having a brain blast moment right now!

In a straight battle against Albert, I would lose, but to Albert, Ryuen isn't someone special. When Horikita cheered me on, it felt like the world to me! But to Albert, Ryuen's cheers weren't that strong. Jeez when did I become such a dweeb? If I told this to myself a few moths ago, I would probably get into a fist fight with my past self. Albert stood up and shook my hand and bowed out of the ring as Ryuen smiled and did his kukuku thing again.

Ryuen Pov
Albert lost to Sudo huh? I never saw that coming. And I better points on it too. Well shit what to do now. I still have my other plans but this is shaping up to be some fun. Ooh, I already have an idea:

Turn a great strength into a weakness

Author: A big Sports Festival chapter! I've really got nothing to say, so tune time on Classroom Ball Z! Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 41: Negotiation

Ayanokoji Pov
As much as I would love to congratulate Ken on his victory, I had to bring Horikita back to the medical tent. At this point, Hirata had told the class and so far Onodera and Matsushita stepped forward to take her spots. Matsushita was strange to me. She stuck out oddly because I knew she was hiding something. Her scores seemed to say she was average, and her physical evaluation pointed to the same thing. However, she had killer intuition and no average person is placed in Class D. An average person would be in Class C, like say Nishino Takeko. She was average in intelligence and average in athletics, forming a Class C student. Matsushita doesn't seem to have a troubled past like Kikyo either. All of this points to her hiding something, or at least holding back.

I finished my monologue and reached the medical tent and dropped Horikita off. I heard the sound of Kinoshita snoring, but I felt an ominous presence in the room. I narrowed my eyes and I quickly looked around yet saw no one. But I know someone was in here. I was about to walk out of the room when I heard a laugh in the room. I turned around ti see none other than:

Ryuen: There's Suzune and pretty boy Kiyotaka. I was wondering when you would get back here. I was waiting for oh so long, kukuku.

Horikita: Ryuen? What do you want?

Ryuen: Well you hurt my dear classmate. If I wanted to, I could report this to the school. If I dragged this out long enough then I'm sure the school will eventually reach the conclusion that you stopped and caused the incident with Kinoshita.

Horikita: What the? There's no proof that I did it on purpose, which I didn't.

Ryuen: Can you be so sure. All I have to do is have Kinoshita testify that you stopped deliberately and grabbed her ankle when she fell. But since the three of us are such good pals, I'm willing to forget about this for 1,000,000 points and for Suzune to bow down to me and beg for forgiveness.

Ayanokoji: Why are you after Horikita-San so badly? Did she wrong you in the past? Or do you have mommy issues?

Ryuen: Kukuku, you're so funny. We'll see who is laughing when I destroy that face of yours.

Ayanokoji: Oh yeah? I'd like to see you try.

Ryuen and I glared at each other and the atmosphere felt like it dropped a few degrees. Horikita actually seemed to shiver under this new aura that radiates between Ryuen and I.

Horikita: There is no way I'm paying 1,000,000 points for something I didn't do. So get your head out of your delusion and leave us alone.

Ryuen: Are you sure? All I have to do is ask Kinoshita, who will tell me stopped and she ran into oh, to which you grabbed her foot and that is why you fell. After all, she looks pretty bad right?

Ryuen pointed to Kinoshita and we both realized it: Her ankle had gotten worse. If she was under the care of the nurse so this wouldn't have happened, and it didn't look as bad before...

Ayanokoji: Ryuen, what did you do?

Ryuen: I don't know what did I do?

Ayanokoji: Did you do something to Kinoshita?

Ryuen: Hypothetically, let's say yeah I did. Even if you wanted to snitch on me, there are no cameras. There are many witnesses that could say that Horikita was at fault. And with raw numbers, the school would take my side.

Horikita: What if I told you I was recording this conversation?

Ryuen: What if I told you I said hypothetically?

Horikita: Oh yeah? Like that matters, you won't win anyways, so I'll take my chance-

Ayanokoji: I'll pay for her.

Ryuen: Looks like your boyfriend wants to save you, kukuku.

Horikita: He is not my boyfriend, he is barely a friend, and Ayanokoji, are you ok mentally? You know he can't win-

Ayanokoji: Psst, psst hey. Hey Horikita, Ryuen, do you hear that?

Ryuen: I don't here anything. He really is far gone!

Ayanokoji: No, be quiet for a sec and listen.

All three of us shut up and there was silence

Ayanokoji: It's the sound of all the good decisions Horikita has made up until this point!

Horikita: Oh my-You are so dead you know that?

Ayanokoji: Ok Ryuen, 1,000,000 you said?

Ryuen: Sure, and since you're paying, you will have it now down and beg for forgiveness for Suzune's blunder.

I sighed as I transferred the 1,000,000 points and began to grovel at Ryuen's feet. Even if it's for the plan this is still annoying as all hell.

Ayanokoji: Is that good enough?

Ryuen: Kukuku, yeah sure, and Suzune, one more thing.

Ryuen ominously crept closer to the bed. His dark eyes gleamed in the sunlight from the outside. Even so, Horikita stood her ground. Well more like sat her ground but still. She responded to this challenge and glared back. The two were locked in a glare.

Ryuen: I'll get your ass one day, and your little pepper too. Kubesjansj!

Ryuen took out a broomstick and took flight out of the room and back onto the field.

Horikita: You didn't have to do that you know. We would be fine anyways-

Horikita was cut off as I played the recording I had gained from Female Dog of Class C.

Ryuen: Alright listen up ladies, gentlemen and soy boys. This is our game plan. We have someone in Class D and they sent us the Class D roster right? But I want to send that bitch Suzune at my feet right?

Ibuki: Oh my god get to the point ape.

Manabe: Hey Ibuki are you on your period?

Ryuen: Oh shit, cat fight, cat fight, cat fight! Is what I would say if I gave half a shit. So Manabe, shut up before I strap your ass to your face with pushpins!

Manabe meekly squealed out a yes and Ryuen continued

Ryuen: Kinoshita, you will run into Suzune and make sure she gets hurt got it? Then I'll break your foot, and we'll have Suzune grovel and give us 1,000,000

Kinoshita: Ahem, is there a different way we could do this?

Ryuen: Well yeah. The other way is I throw you at Suzune and break your ribs, take your pick.

Kinoshita: I'll take the first option.

The recording went on and the whole time Horikita looked shocked.

Horikita: How did you get this?!

Ayanokoji: Horikita, use your two brain cells and rub them together and think really hard. If Class C has a spy in us, and I somehow recorded the Class C conversation. When someone has a spy, the other side usually uses...?

Horikita realized it and sat up straight. Counter-spying was the correct answer. Manabe was a spy for me, using the blackmail from her bullying Karuizawa. Once I finish my gallery of tools, no one can touch me. They'll have to deal with the hoard of my tools and by the time to realize who the mastermind is, they will be sent home, just like that. Oh yeah, that's how I like to rule.

Horikita: A counter-spy? Who is it?

Ayanokoji: Can you only ask questions? Let's start the first lesson: Never state a fact like a question. It makes you seem uncertain which will attract predators like Ryuen and Sakayanagi who will feed off of your weakness. Do be sure to be careful of how you talk.

Horikita: Right, well the cavalry battle is coming up, take me there please.

I picked Horikita up and she supported onto my arm. We walked the field and to the sidelines where we saw the battle beginning. The cavalry shot off and I spotted Hirata at the top of our formation. Ken was at the bottom with a few other athletic students like Akito and then we had Ike in the back to piss off the other teams. Hirata reached out and attempted to grab at a Class B headband but missed it. He manages to dodge when that same person attempted to grab his band. Class A had Hashimoto on top of the cavalry and he made a grab at Ryuen but his hand slipped off inexplicably. Ryuen then tore the band off of Hashimoto while Ishizaki kicked Machida in the acorns. Machida went to the ground and Class A ended up in a pile. No one on our side seemed to notice the commotion as they were busy with Class B. Hirata made another move and tore the headband off the head of the Class B member. Sadly, they did not see Class C coming.

Ryuen rushed up from behind and Horikita tried to get their attention but it was too late. Ryuen kicked Ken's legs out from under him and the cavalry fell. Hirata actually gripped onto Ryuen's headband but his hand slipped off for some reason. Class C could be using a lubricant on the headbands, which would explain why Hashimoto couldn't get the band even though having a good grip onto it. Granted, Hashimoto might be following the order of Sakayanagi but I don't see a reason why she would screw Class D over in favor of Ryuen.

Speaking of, Ryuen and Ishizaki ran over and began to trample Ken as they snatched the bands off of Hirata. Ken was struggling to get up from under the pile but I saw Ryuen stamp his foot down on Ken.

Referee-Sama: The winner is Class C!

I heard from the field Ken was screeching at Ryuen. Ken was cussing and was about to go over and punch Ryuen but Hirata ran over and grabbed his arm. In response, Ken whipped around and roared like a tiger that was backed into a corner and punched Hirata in the face.

I rushed into the field and sent a look to Ryuen who just smiled at me and the situation while mouthing the words "It was an accident". Oh yeah? Just like your birth! I didn't say that but it was probably true anyways.

Ken: DON'T TELL ME TO CALM DOWN. THOSE BASTARDS TRAMPLED ME LIKE I WAS TRASH!

Ishizaki: Cause you are

Ken: OH THAT IS RICH COMING FROM YOU ASSHOLE. COME SAY IT STRAIGHT UP! COME TALK TO ME OR ARE YOU TOO SCARED TO TALK?

Ike: Sudo dude, chill out.

Ken: WHAT YOU WANT ME TO CHILL OUT AND WATCH HENTAI WITH YOU?!

Hirata: That isn't what he said at all Sudo. You need to think straight and get your head together

Ken: I'M TAKING A BREAK.

I saw Ryuen across the field who was laughing like a mad man. Ichinose was looking at Ryuen with a glare as Kanzaki patted her on the back. Sakayanagi was nowhere to be seen, probably in the Class A tent. But we all saw it. I also saw Koenji who was watching from afar while smirking.

Hey Koenji. What are you thinking?

Author: I got nothing to talk about. I cannot wait until summer honestly. Winter has drained me and allergies are killing me but it's manageable now and all that. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 42: Unraveling the Traitor

Ayanokoji Pov

Everyone was watching as Ken stormed off the field and Hirata stood up. His small fleet of girls rushed over and started inspecting his jaw. Ken probably didn't break it but the HFC (Hirata Fan Club) wanted to check to make sure. I decided not to engage that, but rather someone else: Matsushita Chiaki.

She was moderately wealthy I had heard, and her family owned a company. I was taught about the major businesses and conglomerates across Japan in a lesson. That man was a member of a massive political party. He had formed powerful connections with many businesses and I heard he had attempted to establish ties with the Matsushita family. Still, That Man was rejected due to some of his extremist policies. He had successfully cut a deal with the Koenji family and it was said they were one of the White Room investors. I did not know the extent of Koenji's knowledge of the White Room. It could be he has no idea of it, or it could be similar to Sakayanagi's knowledge. I needed to talk to Matsushita and ask about Koenji and his family, things I wouldn't know due to my home setting.

Ayanokoji: Hey Matsushita-San, can I talk to you?

Matsushita: Sure, what about? Could it be a confession?

She is on the warpath I see. Well I can fight back as well, and even dirtier

Ayanokoji: Yes Matsushita-San, I must admit, your beauty has enthralled me. I have never thought of anyone else like this, so I humbly request you become my girlfriend.

Matsushita hid her face and it turned beet red. MWAHAHAHA Matsushita, I have just used my Rizz Magic at the 10th level! Paired with my bonus of natural Rizz, that adds to a perfect 30 score! Submit to my Rizz Matsushita, it is the only way for your survival!

Matsushita: Jeez Ayanokoji, you are nothing but one big tease! But surely I haven't gotten your heart so easily, what do you need from me?

Ayanokoji: Yeah, I need to ask you about something. More accurately someone.

Matsushita: Oh yeah? What makes you think I will sell the gossip for free?

Ayanokoji: I am not after that type. Matsushita-San, your family is a well-off business owner, right? I am sure you must have heard any rumors, about say, Koenji?

Matsushita gave me a bombastic side eye and dropped her joking demeanor. Matsushita was, at heart, a businesswoman. They say the ties of blood will carry the parent's nature onto the offspring, much like an inheritance. Matsushita inherited the cutthroat attitude under her joking persona.

Matsushita: My parents are really quiet about business matters so I wouldn't know if the family had any shady business dealings if that's what you meant. However, Koenji was always an oddball. At the fancy gatherings I had to attend, Koenji was his usual narcissistic self. Of course, Koenji did say some weird things. I remember he said something about his father going to South America to meet someone. Nobody cred since everyone's parents go on transcontinental trips, it's in the norm. The thing I noticed was when Koenji was leaving, his mother chastised him and smacked him in the back of the head. His mom wasn't as cutthroat as his father and was rather vain. Always drinking wine and loudly boasting about how bad her husband is bad at doing the nasty thing. Well, I'm rambling. But I am sure you already have what you need. You think Koenji is the traitor right?

I stopped dead and looked back at her.

Ayanokoji: Why do think that? I mean, you're right, but how did you know?

There is no point in hiding my suspicions. No one in the Class has a reason. The only other person would be Kikyo, however, I have her under my thumb. Koenji has no allegiance. Hashimoto is similar but he goes for money. Kikyo follows those with power and those who are willing to work with her. That is why Kikyo wouldn't betray me, since I hold power and am willing to work with her. The only way to control Koenji is with secrets. Like, say, shady dealings in South America.

Matsushita: I figured someone was the traitor. There was no way we could have lost so horrifically in the Zodiac Killer Exam without someone betraying us. I just never figured Koenji would be the type to betray us.

Ayanokoji: Do you have a solid reason though? I figured Koenji since he was the only plausible suspect and he had been acting weird in the Island Exam. He claimed he was using the tropical setting to go through rigorous exercise, but I doubt that. when he returned to camp, he would do a bunch of things. He also didn't seem to develop any more of an appetite, despite doing "rigorous training" With this evidence, what if someone is blackmailing Koenji? Like say...Sakayanagi?

Matsushita shrugged unhelpfully and sat down on a bench and began to drink some water.

Matsushita: I don't know. She showed up to those gatherings once or twice and never really talked. But she was observant, really observant. So maybe she heard and saw the conversation with Koenji. Do you think she caused the rise of Class C though?

Ayanokoji: That's a fair point. Ryuen gained a massive amount of points in the Zodiac Killer, so do you think that Sakayanagi sold the blackmail to Ryuen and is also using it to blackmail Koenji?

Mastushita: Yeah maybe. But it's up to you know Ayanokoji-Kun. You have an event with him right? Ask him about it and see what happens.

I nodded and walked away from her. Matsushita had given me the last piece of evidence I needed. Now that I have the facts, I just have to ask the man himself...

Timeskip

The three legged race. It's used a lot at parties and festivals and is used to make teamwork. It's ironic that I'm using this for the opposite reason. Koenji is a threat that will only keep growing, and once it reaches the top, it will be near impossible to stop it. Koenji and I tied ourselves to together and stood at the beginning line.

Koenji: Fufufu, Ayanokoji-Boy, do be sure to not slow me down. It would be truly tragic for the perfect existence such as I to be held back by you of all people.

Ayanokoji: Sir yes sir! I will not hold you back, sir!

Koenji chuckled and the shot rang off. Koenji lurched forward like a bullet and I had to take a second to adjust to his speed. He seemed to show no regard for me. If I fell, I fell and to him that didn't matter. I put my max effort into matching his pace and we almost made it to the finish line until Koenji fell to the ground.

His leg seemed to snag on something but I reached over and grabbed him and yanked him up with all my night while still running, but this greatly slowed our speed down as Class B rounded the corner ahead of us and reached the finish line and we reached it right after. Koenji laughed like a jolly old man.

Koenji: Fufufu, you managed to catch me Ayanokoji-Boy! I would have never thought you could keep up with me, the perfect existence!

Ayanokoji: Hey Koenji, was that fall delineate?

Koenji paused and laughed while beginning to walk away from the track.

Koenji: That is a foolish presumption! Why ever would you think that?

Ayanokoji: It's because you ran without regard for my well-being. And plus, someone like you wouldn't fall. Now that I think about it, you have been acting strange. During the Island Exam, you claimed to be exercising but your appetite didn't increase or decrease, nor did your body show vast improvements like it would have if you were telling the truth. During the Zodiac Killer Exam, Class C swept us away, and you showed no effort. Question: How would Class C beat us so easily, without a traitor being Among Us? Pretty sus, right Koenji? So what do you have to say for yourself, traitor?

Koenji: Ayanokoji-Boy, do not let yourself be guided by your illusions. My body has already been trained to perfection so working out wouldn't change my muscles. But no matter, what are you going to do? Expel me? Even if you could, you wouldn't risk such a steep loss would you? No matter what you do, I will defeat you, and drive you to ruin.

Ayanokoji: Whatever you say Koenji. But why did you betray the class?

Koenji: I suppose I can give a dignified answer. I am the perfect existence. I cannot and will it be manipulated, however my family ties have weighed me down. So they have nothing on me, per se. I'm sure you can fill in the rest

Ayanokoji: I see...Well I won't tell anyone you're the traitor. Not yet anyways. I'll see if you have a use. But be wary Koenji. For if you force my hand...

I have no choice but to brush you aside

Author: Wow Plot twist of the century! Gasp A rivalry between Ayanokoji and Koenji that has been hyped up and teased somewhat by the author of the official series?! Who could have thought I would do it as well! Yeah anyways, next chapter will be the Relay and the ending of the festival so tune in next time on Classroom Ball Z! Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 43: What Caused the Big Bang

Ayanokoji Pov
Koenji Rokusuke. He is a man of many words, many opinions, and many quirks. Narcissistic, stubborn, and overall, a rude member of society. People disregarded him for those traits. No matter his skill, nobody wanted to work with him since he was such a narcissist. I had been aware of him as someone to keep in mind. An ace in the hole if you will. But it turns out, he was Ryuen and Sakayanagi's shared pawn. Koenji had been working under them and had thrown Class D under the bus. He thought he could get away with it. But no way. Now he has forced my hand, I must brush him aside. How I will do it is the question. The reason he is manipulated is because of a secret of his fathers. I could turn to expulsion, but that would cripple the class.

Operating with Koenji could still work. After all, there is no communication with the outside world so the information won't spread. I'm the meantime, Koenji's father could find a way to discredit the theory. Eh, I highly doubt it. Wait a minute...( A/N: Due to me wanting to taunt you, I will be keeping this hidden)

I'll put that under the maybe section. Still very risky and very hard to establish the connections needed. That plan would have to take up the whole 1st year, maybe even into the second year, and that's assuming everything goes off without a hitch. Plus, I have no idea what the future truly holds. But I suppose I can develop this plan as I go along.

The other problem I'm facing is Nagumo of the Second Year. He has an iron grip on his grade and has many disposable pawns, where I only have so many. It's like comparing 1 to 100. It's a pretty steep difference in value. If I were to go against Nagumo in an all out battle, he would hold an advantage that could potentially cripple me. Since I am favored by Elder Horikita, Nagumo looks at me with a type of interest. He also looks with jealousy, jealous that I'm favored. What can I say Nagumo? My rizz pulls. The only thing you can pull is a door.

A/N: Since I'm memeing, look at this

Courtesy of Wattpad. Anyways...

The final worry is Ryuen. He rules Class C with his own grip: the grip of fear. Violence is the strongest tool in this world and Ryuen has mastered how to use it. He has subdued and controlled the entirety of his class and has formed an iron clad defense. That, paired with his vicious offense, creates for a strong class, capable of toppling other classes by any means necessary. With the ruthless tactics, Ryuen is truly a powerful leader.

Haaaaah, all of these things are such a drag. No matter where I go, I run the risk of encroaching on my enemies territory. But I'm confident, that with a little bit of finesse, I'll be able to defeat them. But for now, I have to worry about the relay. Ken was one of the participants and he had just stormed off. I need to get him back. You know what? Horikita is going to have a lesson in persuasion...

Horikita Pov
Ayanokoji had sent me off to find Sudo. After his explosive actions on the field, he had stormed off to god knows where. In my opinion, Sudo was most of the time trash. He was loud, stupid, and annoying. Yet there was a drive behind him that pushed him onward. Leaving him behind would spell defeat for Class D, so even if I had to, I would pull him back to the festival kicking and screaming.

I found Sudo where I thought he would be: Sitting outside a vending machine. He was drinking a soda and it seemed like he kicked a trash can over. He looked over and he had an angry expression written all over his face, like someone took a pen to it after being yelled at by their parents.

Horikita: Sudo-Kun

Sudo: What?!

Horikita: Come back to the festival. We need you.

Sudo: Do you?! Do you need me?! I just dropped the fucking ball just now and punched Hirata in the face! He probably doesn't want me there, nobody wants me there! I'm an outcast, I only have a few friends. Barely anyone wants to know me. I'm just a delinquent, and that's all I'll ever be to them.

Horikita: Sudo-Kun, look at me.

Sudo narrowed his eyes and practically growled. When someone becomes cornered, they become desperate. They try to rapidly find away out of the situation, and I had to try it. I edged myself to Sudo and forced him into a corner and looked down at him. His eyes darted around rapidly, just like an animal looking for escape. However, I backed away from him

Horikita: Sudo-Kun, I know it's hard to understand, but I know what it's like. People always avoid me as well and I'm an outcast with no friends! I like my independence, but it certainly has had its effects on me. But being in Class D, I've changed. People have talked to me a bit, even if only a little, it's still progress. I've changed and even if I we lose this sports festival, I can say it's changed everyone for the Bette. You managed to beat Albert, the tank of Class C. You proved your metal, so why stop now? Prove yourself even more. If not for yourself, then for the class.

Sudo paused and looked at me dumbfounded. He struggled to find words in his mouth. He breathed in and out and concentrated on finding the words. I watched and felt my shoulders relieve. It felt good to get that off my shoulders.

Sudo: Fine. I'll come back. But this is gonna be awkward and timely those chicks are gonna hate me...

Horikita: Don't worry, I'll make sure they don't do anything.

I flicked my compass out and gave him a steely glare and Sudo shivered a hit before laughing and beginning to walk back to the field.

Ayanokoji Pov
Horikita came back with Ken in tow. He stood in front of the class. Some girls looked at him with scorn, some looked at him with relief, relief that he had returned. The Relay was going to start soon, and without him we would certainly lose it.

Ken: Guys, I'm really sorry about how I acted. I know a sorry won't fix things but I just flared up and I feel bad. I'm really sorry Hirata, for punching you.

Hirata: No, no, it's ok Sudo-Kun! Besides I got an ice pack anyways.

Hirata smiled and dismissed it and Ken bowed gratefully. I looked at Horikita and I raised my eyebrow. She shrugged and sat down on a nearby bench. I was going to talk to her but I was interrupted. I'll talk to her later I guess.

Participants of the Relay please report to the Track.

The group from my class went to the track and lined up. I saw Elder Horikita and Nagumo nearby. Nagumo smirked at both of us and seemed relaxed before the race. Ken was staring out, and I would be ending our lineup. If we got a good placement, we could win for our team. The scores between Red and White was neck and neck, White was winning. But no one here wanted to lose. Our intensity spilled over, going past our boiling point.

The shot went off and Ken took off. He was fast, neck and neck with a third year student. He bolted around the track as fast as he could and handed the baton off to the next person. Off they went, wrapping around the track and passing to Onodera. Onodera gained and ran next to the other competitors after we had lost our lead. Onodera and Ken were there Star players so far, going toe-to-toe with others older than us. Onodera passed to Kikyo who took off down the track. I moved up and now stood beside Nagumo and Elder Horikita

Nagumo: I won't lose this.

Elderkita: I assure you I won't either.

Ayanokoji: I suppose none of us want to lose. Well good luck, to both of you.

As Kikyo passed the baton, the other opponents passed it to Elderkita and Nagumo. The three of us took off as fast as we could. In that moment, the crowd went quite in awe. They couldn't believe our speeds. We were all running and were bolting past the other people who were in front of us. The moment when everyone cheered and screamed, when the roar of the crowd returned ten-fold,

That was the Big Bang

Author: Nothing to say here really. I'm tired af but I can't fall asleep. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 44: Draconic Roar: Beginning

Ayanokoji Pov
Referee-Kun: And the winner is, Horikita Manabu, of Class 3-A!

The crowd roared and clapped. I saw Tachibana drooling as I saw some other people holding her up. Have you no shame, women?! Horikita clapped and looked on in awe at her brother. He stood up high while he surveyed the audience. He looked at me and then at Nagumo. Nagumo looked like he was going to commit a crime right here, right now. His lips curled up into a wicked grin and I could hear his menacing chuckling from here.

Referee-Kun: In second place, Nagumo Miyabi of Class 2-A!

The crowd once again cheered. I saw a girl pass out in the stands. That girl was Asahina. I saw Kiryuuin filing her nails and staring with an amused look as medics rushed over and picked Asahina up and onto a stretcher. Kiryama looked livid, looking like he wanted to throw a brick at Nagumo. Kiryama hated Nagumo with a passion and was the number three Horikita Manabu simp, right next to number two Tachibana and number one Horikita Suzune.

Referee-Kun: And third place goes to Ayanokoji Kiyotaka of 1-D! Congratulations to all three of you!

The crowd cheered loudly and I saw my classmates dancing and jumping for joy. Many looked at me with stars in their eyes, others looked with me with hearts. Ah yes, to be loved by the masses. Truly, I'm living the dream. I could see even the perverts celebrating for me. I noticed two figured away from the pack: Koenji and Sakayanagi. Sakayanagi smirked at me and Koenji looked at me with a fiery passion and his eyes. I felt eyes on me as well, but I couldn't tell who's eyes. Ryuen was sitting back and clicking around on his phone, and I saw Ichinose wave at me before being pulled away into a bear hug by Amikura and her classmates.

Hoshinomya: Ok, listen here everyone~We have tallied up the scores of the teams and here are the results! In the Third Year, the White Team wins!

Bam

The results appeared on a massive scoreboard. Hoshinomya stood on a platform with a paper in her hand and she struck cute poses the whole time. Chabashira threw an eraser at Hoshinomya and it knocked her square in the head.

Hoshinomya: Ok, sorry Sae-Chan, I'll get back to it! In the second year, Red Team wins! And finally, in the first year, Red team wins again! Now for the Class rewards!

Hoshinomya flipped to another paper and threw up a peace sign. While the scoreboard was being worked for the next part, she sent me a seductive look, while doing the 'Call me' gesture. She stopped when Chabashira threw another eraser at her.

Hoshinomya: Ok, so! To start with the third years we have~

She began to read off the third year results. Class A won of course, and the rest didn't matter. I know my class preformed well with out strategy, maybe not first place, but definitely not last place. Class C and A's performance was good, considering Class C had our roster and Class A was naturally the better of the 4 classes. Class B however had preformed well considering what was going on. Because of the rampant antics of the other classes, Ryuen and Koenji attacking us, Sakayanagi and Katsuragi fighting each other, there was a lot going on, and it was easy for Ichinose to be caught in the cross fire. Ichinose was not weak. She could lead her class through the thick and thin, and this is the first test of that.

Hoshinomya: For the First Years: We have Class B, in first place! We have Class C, in second place. We have Class D, in third place! And finally, Class A, in fourth place. That's not to say we're done here! Let's go onto individual rewards!

The rewards for the top three were a choice between points or extra marks on the next exam. However, there were demerits for the bottom ten, -10 marks on the next exam. This could form a double edged sword for any class: Sure the more athletic and less intelligent students could get more marks, however the intelligent but less athletic, or simply the less intelligent and less athletic students would suffer even more. Class D had gone for a safe approach of pairing the strong and weak together. We may not get too many rewards, but we won't get too many demerits. Hoshinomya talked about the other years, Elder Horikita and Nagumo taking the top ranking in the other years.

Hoshinomya: The top three of the First years: 1st, Ryuen Kakeru! 2nd, Ayanokoji Kiyotaka! 3rd, Shibata So! Make sure to contact your homeroom teacher to select your prize! Now the bottom ten: Ike Kanji, Yamauchi Haruki, Manabe Shiho, Shiranami Chihiro, (Random Students). Make sure to study extra hard to make up for your demerits. And the all around best athlete of all three years, is Horikita Manabu! Come up and give a few words about your accomplishments!

Elder Horikita stepped up and took the microphone from Hoshinomya. He surveyed the crowd and the crowd became silent. It was like a routine at this point. Elderkita comes on stage, the loud crowd goes quiet. It's like when you yell at a toddler and they get quiet before they cry their eyes out.

Elderkita: I wish to congratulate all the top players in the sports festival. You all represent this school and it's values. However, I would like to make an official announcement in 3 days. In the meantime, make sure to conduct yourself well, and make up for any penalties you have received. That will be all.

Elderkita left the stage and everyone clapped. I sent a knowing look to Nagumo and he just looked away while wearing that same psychotic grin. Nagumo Miyabi, huh? Well, I'll talk to him later. Can't say I haven't given thought to his proposal...

Horikita Pov
I was called out to an alley near a construction site. The Sports Festival ended a few hours ago, and we came out in third place, but we still gained ground on Class C. There was a sign for the building that talked about what it was. It was for a bath house that had been approved by the Student Council. Not I ever meet the pervert who approved it, the water will be red with their blood. But who called me out here? Only one way to find out.

Horikita: Ryuen?!

Ryuen: Kukuku, miss me Suzune?

Sitting on a wood pallet was Ryuen. If I didn't have to worry about consequences, I would have leapt over and put more holes in him than a dried sponge.

Horikita: What do you want?

Ryuen: Straight to business, eh? Well see, after you hurt Kinoshita so badly, I accepted some points from your friend, Bubble Brain. Kinoshita however wanted to bring it to the school. It was either that she said, or another 1,000,000 points and a favor.

Horikita: What the-Who are you trying to fool? What are you trying to gain with such an obvious lie. I'll admit you have guts, but-

Ryuen: Well let's play Devils Advocate. To play along, let's say I hypothetically told Kinoshita to sabotage you as to extort points and a favor out of you. It worked didn't it? So fork over the points or Kinoshita will bring you to the school for judgement.

I whipped my phone out. Yes, this was my moment. Ryuen had been careless and spoke with a loose mouth. He had no one to blame but himself for what was going to happen.

Horikita: If you do that, I'll present the school with this recording.

Ryuen: I said it was all hypothetical did I not?

Horikita: I'll edit that out then.

Ryuen: Then I'll give the school the real audio with a video as well.

Ryuen showed his own phone which was recording both audio and visual. The school would obviously take him over me. But this wasn't over, not by a long shot. I just had to hope and pray

Ding

Ryuen's phone buzzed and I saw the notification from a person called X. Uh, ok. Whatever works I guess. Ryuen opened up the email, and played the recording I heard from Ayanokoji earlier. His smile faded for a moment and his eyes widened and he looked up. His face morphed from glee, to shock, to thinking, and finally to a grin.

Ryuen: Kukuku, I see...Suzune, who's the asshole pulling your strings?

Horikita: I'm afraid I have no idea what you mean.

Ryuen: I'm afraid you do. But I'll get the truth, one way or another. Oh yeah, and screw this X by the way. Said I had to refund my points back to Bubble Brain. Well, see you later Suzune. And remember, no matter what happens, no matter who I have to hurt: I will touch your ass.

Ryuen cackled and threw a smoke bomb down and then bolted out of the alley past me. Ok what was that? And why is he running? I see though. Ryuen wants to play with Class D and Ayanokoji.

Ding

I received a message from Ayanokoji. Strange but ok.

Ayanokoji: Ryuen refunded my points, what did you do?

Horikita: Hm? But didn't you send Ryuen the recording? You told me that's what you would do...

Ayanokoji: I never did that. I got a message with that attached from an anonymous person who told me what to do. Who do you think this person is?

Horikita: Stop kidding around. You have to be the person who sent the message.

Ayanokoji: I didn't send a message to Ryuen. Let me look into this.

Ok what the hell?! Ayanokoji isn't the mastermind?! Then who is?! I'll find this person, whoever they are, and I'll get them to tell me everything. But where to start...

Ayanokoji Pov
I had sent Ryuen the message as X and told Horikita that I wasn't X. At this stage, if Ryuen attacked Horikita, or forced her to tell, she would be more apt to tell him. I need to shake her off the trail so I could keep myself safe from detection. Being found as X at this stage is highly disadvantageous. I need to make sure no one catches on. But in the meantime, I want to play around a little.

It's time to see this Dragon's Claws

Sports Festival Class Points

Class A-930
Class B-710
Class C-605
Class D-540

Author: It's a me, your loves me author. Sports Festival finished, gonna do the in between Volume stuff later like tomorrow idk. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Hoshinomya's Strange Teaching SS

Mashima Pov
It was a random day in the school of the elite. I was the teacher of the prestigious Class A. In the years past, Class A has always remained firm and at the top. I had graduated from Class A myself, however, my coworkers had graduated all in the same year as I. Sae, Kazuma, and Hoshinomya had graduated in the same year as me. I was close with Kazuma, since we were both on sports teams in school, and I was friends with Sae since we both helped each other in our early days.

I opened the door to the faculty room of this prestigious school to hear:

Hoshinomya: Oh?!! You want to talk with your Humpty-Dumpty, fatter than a monkeys ass?! Next time you want to tell me sit down and slap me, look at yourself, Sae!!! Or is that even your real name?!

Yup. Prestigious school alright

Sae: Chie, you're clearly drunk. Sit down-

Hoshinomya: I AM NOT GOING TO LISTEN TO YOUR BIG BOOTY ASS ANYMORE. THE DAYS OF YOU HITTING ME ARE OVER!!!

Kazuma: Hoshinomya-San, how about you have some coffee, it helps when you are under the influence

Sae: Seriously, why were you even drinking in the first place?

Mashima: Back it up, why did this happen in the first place? And how did she even get hired here?

Sae: Well just graduating here seems to be good enough to get the job. And somehow this clown managed to get t he status of a professional...

Kazuma had sat Hoshinomya down and gave her a coffee to which she chugged the whole thing. Sae sighed and clicked her computer on and became to put in her students grades. Ayanokoji Kiyotaka was her star student. A all across the board. Sakayanagi could barely compare, mostly scraping up high 90's.

Hoshinomya: Ok let me tell you how it went down. This witch Sae-Chan decided to criticize me about MY teaching methods. She decided that she was more "professional" and that I "was too strange with the students." But that's a bunch of horse crap!

Kazuma: Haah, ok lemme walk you through the examples of what she did:

Flashback

Author Pov
Hoshinomya tapped her hands at the podium of the desk. She had more than half of the class to go and she bolted through the material like Sonic on steroids. Horikita was writing down and reviewing notes, Ayanokoji was observing a bird, Yamauchi was pretending to send girls his stick pics, but of course, he was just sending it to no one while silently crying. Hoshinomya had an idea though, a simply horrible idea.

Hoshinomya: Ok, you guys have a grammar test coming up right? Let's do some reviewing!

Hoshinomya walked over and snatched Horikita's notes and walked back to the podium. Horikita made to stab her but she remembered Hoshinomya was the superior in this situation.

Hoshinomya: Ok, let's start off simple. What's a hyperbole?

Author: Credit to that one TikTok.

No one raised their hand at all. Horikita was thinking ways to mutilated Hoshinomya for what she did, Ayanokoji was observing...a tree? Jeez he is deprived of scenery. Kushida was making outlines of Horikita with paper, and then cutting them up with scissors. The usual

Hoshinomya: No one? Ok here's an example. Yamauchi, your forehead is bigger than the fucking sky.

Yamauchi: WHAT?!

Hoshinomya: See class, that was a hyperbole. Yamauchi's forehead isn't bigger than the sky, it's just pretty fucking big.

Yamauchi: REEEEEEEEEEEE

Return to present Mashima POV
Mashima: I see...Hoshinomya, Yamauchi's forehead isn't that big though right?

Sae: No it's pretty big but she isn't supposed to say that.

Kazuma: Yeah Hoshinomya-Sam, just because your right doesn't mean you should say it.

Hoshinomya: Oh so I'm the villain for speaking the truth?

Sae: Yeah pretty much. But that's not all. She tried to teach history as well...

Flashback to Author Pov

Another day, another time Hoshinomya blitzed through she material. Everyone was relaxing and doing their own normal thing: Matsushita stalking Ayanokoji, Koenji kissing the mirror, Ike kissing an anime girls watermelons. A normal Class D day.

Spoilers for Oshi No Ko incoming!

Hoshinomya: Ok, so you have a history test coming up right? Let's review!

Everyone: OH GOD NO

Hoshinomya: Oh we're reviewing the rise of pop culture?

Yamauchi: Yeah we had a class vote on it-

Hoshinomya: Yamauchi sit yo ass down before I'm gonna Michael Jackson "hehehe" you into another universe!

Yamauchi sat down

Hoshinomya: Ok so we're talking about Hoshino Ai and the conspiracy of her death. Can anyone outline the theories on her death?

Silence by most. Yamauchi was being comforted by Ike and Karuizawa was too busy writing down notes form the lecture that was 20 minutes ago.

Hoshinomya: No one again? Ok, some say it was her crazy stalker, so let's recreate the events. Kushida-Chan come up here and be Hoshino! Yamauchi come up and be the stalker...

Yamauchi: NOOO

Back to present Mashima POV

Sae: I heard about these events and I told her to cut it out, but she was drunk. I asked her why and she was teaching your math class...

Mashima: I'm sorry she what?

Once again jump to Author Pov

Hoshinomya blitzed through the material, blah blah blah. Karuizawa was filming a TikTok, Hirata was replaying soccer in his head, and Sakura was looking at her old pics critiquing them.

Hoshinomya: Ok I heard you're reviewing for math! I'm not to good but a lil vodka can change that right kids?

Hoshinomya chugged the whole bottle then threw the bottle across the room, narrowly missing Yamauchi.

Hoshinomya: Let's do some simple Algebra to refresh your mind. So let's start with a simple one: 10y-7=-7. Find Y.

Once again, Ayanokoji was observing a bird, Horikita was picking gum out of her hair, courtesy of Kushida.

Hoshinomya: Hm ok think of it like this. Let's say y stands for Yamauchi. -3 is Inogashira-Chan. 10 is Kushida. -7 is Karuizawa. If Inogashira-Chan talks positive about their relationship, she leaves their side of the problem, and makes Karuizawa more positive. This turns the equation into 10y=0. Anything times 0 is 0, so what times 10 gets to zero. Zero! So y, for Yamauchi, equals 0! Because Kushida is a ten and Yamauchi is a zero, there relationship is a zero!

Yamauchi: YOU KAKaajwjjrjejejeje

Back to present Mashima POV

Mashima: And she got mad at you for it?

Sae: Yeah and then she yelled at me and then you came in.

Mashima: You know what, I only came here to drop off my stuff. So goodbye and good luck.

I peeled out as soon as possible and ran all the way home. Time to watch some Death Note...

Author: Wild chapter for today! Nothing more to say for now. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 45: The Nagumo Era

Ayanokoji Pov
The school crowded into the large auditorium three days after the Sports Festival had concluded. There had been no big change in class points and the class battle had remained neck and neck, anyone could take the king of the hill position as Class A. Class D and C were engaged in a constant tug of war of who would get into Class C. Ryuen had the advantage as of now, but we had gained ground during the last exam because Class C had lost 100 points, 50 points more than we lost.

Class B was playing the defensive game so far, not really engaging with Class A at all. They had fought with Class C every once in awhile, but for the most part, they blended in with the background. That's not to say they aren't a formidable opponent. Early on we had established an alliance with them to cooperate together. If not for that, Class B would be right near Class C and D. At the end of the day, Class A was the ultimate target.

The President took the stage and I followed behind him. Nagumo, Tachibana, Kiryama, and I took position behind Elderkita, who stood at the podium. The crowd was silent and watched in anticipation of his announcement.

Elderkita: Hello students of ANHS. I have called you all here today to discuss my career as the Student Council President. I have been in this position for a long while now, and I believe it is time to pass my title down to the next generation. I would like to formerly turn in my resignation from the Student Council, and I appoint Nagumo Miyabi as the next President. It has been an honor serving for you all.

Elderkita bowed deeply and the crowd was in a stunned silence. No one knew what to do, should they clap, should they cheer? It didn't seem right considering he had resigned. Some might have been thinking something happened. Some might be thinking he got tired or that his Class was struggling and he had to quit to give his full effort. It was by his own accord during a competition with Nagumo and I.

Elderkita: So now, a few words from the new President.

Nagumo: Hello ANHS, it is me, your new, totally cool Prezzy! Now I'd like to make this brief so I'll do all the stuff now. I, Nagumo Miyabi, will uphold the schools honor and will not act in a way that will blemish the Student Council or this school! But I want to change this school for the better. A true meritocracy . Where individuals don't have to play dollhouse with their classmates to make it to the top. You'll see what I mean in your coming time here. It's time for a new era baby! The Nagumo Era! That's all from me, so see you all around!

The crowd clapped but it wasn't wholehearted. Elderkita resigned, and Nagumo was ushering in his "Nagumo Era". Truly, a turn to be alive.

I had thought about this for awhile now. While I do not like Nagumo, or agree with Nagumo, there is simply to much on my plate to have him as an enemy as well. With Koenji and Ryuen throwing bombs over the wall at me, I have to play it smart or I'll be blown up by these psychopaths. The Nagumo route is the only way to go...for now. When the time comes for it, my path will lead over Nagumo's grave.

The school filed out and I saw Nagumo talking to Asahina and Kiryama on the stage. Nagumo handed Kiryama a slip to which he then threw the slip back at Nagumo. Kiryama was the only person who seriously opposed Nagumo. I believe Kiryuuin didn't go against nor support Nagumo, strictly trying to annoy him for fun. Class 2-B was behind Class 2-A by 600 points currently, 683 points to 1,300 points. Everyone had fallen to Nagumo for the promise of his selected favorites reaching Class A at the end. The difference between Nagumo and Class 2-D was more than a thousand points. He reigned supreme and Kiryama hated him for it. But enough about him, he is fodder.

Ayanokoji: Hey Nagumo-Senpai! Can I talk to you for a sec?

Asahina: Oh there's my little Kohai! Miyabi-Kun talks about you sometimes you know. What have you done to agin his attention I wonder?

Kiryama: Asahina-San, don't act that way. We all know why.

Asahina: Shhhh Kiryama-Kun. There's no reason to be that way!

Nagumo: Alright you two, can Ayanokoji and I have some privacy?

Kiryama: I'm leaving out of respect for Ayanokoji, not for you, you ugly snake!

Kiryama hissed like an aggressive dog and walked away while Asahina gave me a wink and ran behind Kiryama and slapped the back of his head.

Nagumo: Those two...ok what do you want? Come to submit to me after realizing I'm better?

Ayanokoji: Hehe, are you psychic? Yeah actually, I do.

Nagumo looked with his eyes wide.

Nagumo: I said that as a joke y'know. You actually are?

Ayanokoji: Yeah, I've got a lot of things on my plate and having you on said plate is too much to handle. So I want to join you while I'm ahead!

Nagumo: I uhm ok sure. I thought I would have to do a lot more to get you to join but whatever! So nice to be working with you Ayanokoji.

Ayanokoji: Yup, it's nice to work with you too! And I won't let you down.

Nagumo: Likewise.

Asahina: Are you two done with your make out session? There is a new drink in Pallet I want to try, and you promised Miyabi-Kun!

Nagumo: Jeez Nazuna-Chan. You're like a little lost puppy looking for it's owner! Also, for the last time, I'm not gay!

Asahina: That's what they all say. I'm telling you, Hornagumo is real!

Ayanokoji: Hornagumo?

Asahina: Nagumo and Horikita-Senpai. A lot of the guys talk about that and say it's true.

Nagumo: Nazuna-Chan, I'll give you 5 seconds to start running...

Asahina: Eep!

Asahina took off and Nagumo sprinted after her. I walked after and let them run ahead. Nagumo Miyabi is a powerful figure. People slavishly obey him, even though most people don't actually like him. I suppose I'm no different.

Scream

In the distance I heard Asahina screaming and Nagumo's mad laughter. I think he caught her. I hope she has a good afterlife...

I rounded the corner and found Nagumo tickling Asahina? The fuck?

Ayanokoji: Woah you two, save it for the dorm! You'll get in trouble if anyone sees. Sexual acts are forbidden on campus you know!

Asahina: Ohohoho, Miyabi-Kun, I never knew you were interested in me of all people~Could it be you have been vying after me since the moment you met me and your hormones can't control themselves?

Bonk

Nagumo bopped Asahina on the head and he stood up. Asahina scurried level and hid behind my back as Nagumo gave her an evil grin.

Nagumo: I've had some urges for awhile now...Murderous urges~Get over here Nazuna~

Asahina: AJAJAJAIKABEH RUN AYANOKOJI RUN!

Ayanokoji: Ok well I'm going to go try to ya new drink yeah? So if Asahina-Senpai comes in a bag or not, that doesn't matter so good luck!

Nagumo ran after Asahina and she ran the other way, screaming for everyone to hear...

The raspberry-blackberry special was the new drink on the menu. Made with an assortment of natural sugars, fruits and other ingredients, it was a healthy meal. It was also low calorie, so after my workouts I could swing by and grab a drink. The cafe was crowded with many girls and very few guys. I saw Karuizawa and Hirata in a line, Mii-Chan, Kikyo and their usual group in line as well. I had just gotten my drink and was sitting in one of the chairs that the cafe had.

The drink tasted sweet, very sweet. Likely because of the berries inside. I enjoyed it though. It was cold but not too cold, and it wasn't to chunky but it also wasn't too liquid-like. The perfect summertime drink.

???: So, you were talking to Nagumo yeah?

I turned to the familiar voice: Kiryama.

Ayanokoji: Yeah Kiryama-Senpai, I did, is there a problem?

Kiryama: No, there isn't.

Kiryama sent me a look saying it definitely was a problem.

Kiryama: You better not be thinking of betraying Horikita-Senpai.

Ayanokoji: Oh yeah? What if I am?

Kiryama's eyes narrowed and he tightened up his body. He was attempting to tower over and intimidate me.

Kiryama: You will surely regret your decision. Horikita-Senpai has our faith in you, and I hope you do not misuse said faith.

Ayanokoji: Kiryama-Senpai, I am with Nagumo yes, but that doesn't mean I'm against Horikita-Senpai either. For the sake of my class, I must have an ally or two. Surely you have seen the results of the last exam, correct? Surely you must have seen how one sided some of the matches were, right?

Kiryama: I am aware of what you are implying, a traitor in your class? It's the only plausible explanation. And your alliance with Nagumo: I will not interfere if you do not go against Horikita-Senpai and I, if you do go against us however, I will fight back.

Ayanokoji: Of course I know that. And I know not to go on either side. Neither side gives me any benefit, so why would I stick my neck out? I only allied with Nagumo as a way to defend my class. That isn't all you want to talk about though, right?

Kiryama: You are correct, that wasn't all of what I needed. There is an upcoming exam for the Second and Third Years. It is an exam we must take and we must pair up with the Third Years. My class is in a precarious position. Nagumo's class has already paired up with very intelligent third years, and I am afraid my class might be in trouble. Nagumo is offering to sell certain pairs off to people for millions of points. I have requested some funds from Horikita-Senpai and he obliged but I'm afraid it isn't enough. Are you perhaps able to loan me some points?

Ayanokoji: I would love too, but what makes you so sure I have the points to do it? And what would be the benefit for me to loan points to you?

Kiryama: It's true; I have no way to know you have a lot of points. However, I do know you have a large circle of friends who could help chip in, and I know Class D is able to have a considerable amount of points per month. And on top of that, you get a bonus for your salary since you are in the Student Council. I'll pay you back overtime, and I will grant you a favor. Anything, no matter what it is. If it is more me to dropout, than do be it. I need the help though, please!

Kiryama bowed deeply in front of me and I began to ponder it. I have a salary boost, a large group of friends who could give some points, and I have won some games for points. After what I did for the Drama Club, Airi and I were paid handsomely for our efforts. That with the sports festival rewards, I could cash in some points since I don't need the marks.

Ayanokoji: It's a deal. Do you have a contract to sign?

Kiryama: Yes, I do, I've also been recording this conversation, I can send you the recording, now sign here and I'll sign here.

Kiryama produced a piece of paper that laid out the terms we had just discussed. I read through it one more time and made sure there was nothing else on the contract and I signed it. Kiryama signed it and I transferred some points to him as he sent the recording. We had each others contact info from the Student Council group chat which Elderkita and Tachibana were removed from. The name of the group chat was now: "Nagumo's council rulez Fr Fr" I had to sigh mentally at that. Nagumo also had sent another message

Nagumo: As you can see, I've kept you all in the council and there are twin new positions open: The Vice President and the other Secretary position. I am asking Ichinose Honami currently, and I nominate my favorite Kiryama Ikuto as Vice Prez! Any objections?

Asahina: Totally none! You go Kiryama

Kiryama: Wow I'm honored

Ayanokoji:

I looked up from my phone to see Kiryama taking a picture of the paper contract to which he then sent to me.

Ayanokoji: I'll ask some of my friends for more points and I'll send you those, ok?

Kiryama: Yeah that sounds good. Thanks for this, I'm in your debt and I'll repay you as soon as I can.

Ayanokoji: What do you plan to do with Kiryuuin? She doesn't cooperate all that much right?

Kiryama: I plan on bribing her with things. It's really the only way. But in the future I might have to ask you. She's taken an interest in you, hehe. When the time comes, I might have to pay you to get her to participate.

Kiryama chuckled scornfully and narrowed his eyes while looking out the window at nothing in particular. One thing was on my mind though: How strong was his conviction?

Ayanokoji: Oh, one last thing, I was wondering: With such a steep gap between you and Nagumo, do you really think you can reach Class A?

Kiryama: That's a good question: Of course I do. I and a few others are still holding onto the dream but many have given up. I hope with this and the coming exams, I can rekindle the flames of rebellion and Nagumo's rule will crumble.

I'll reach Class A, no matter the cost

Author: Wow a long chapter today, I spoil you all, I really do. There's nothing to say, I'll introduce Paper Shuffle in the next chapter. Until then, Happy Mothers Day to all the amazing mothers out there! Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Ryuen Kakeru SS

Ryuen Pov
The Sports Festival. A peaceful break from school, but I'm the school of the elite, that festival was a battleground. The loli had sold me some dirt on Koenji for a large amount. Points, contracts, favors, you name it; The loli had it. A wrench was thrown in when this person called X surfaced. In one move, they had thrown a wrench into my plan. I had to refund 1,000,000 points to Bubble Brain and I had to lay off of that bitch Suzune.

The X suspects are of course: Bounce Tits, Bubble Brain, Glasses Boy and Soccer Head. Some are more obvious than others but I can't rule anyone out. Other than YamaDEAD. The other fact of the matter is I have a traitor Amogus. Like that game Tech Nerd made. I call him YamaDEAD...

Because he is going to be my next toy
And I will enjoy breaking him

Author: Not much to say. A short chapter while I'm working for the next one. Anyhow that's all for now. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 46: Paper Cut

Ayanokoji Pov
The sun rose on another day at ANHS. The flowers swayed in the breeze, the birds sang a tune, and Ike thirsted over anime women. Nature moves in its cycle of love, loss, and other questionable things.

I did my normal routine, waking up like a supermodel of course since I'm just legit that way, doing my intense gym workout, making breakfast and lunch, etc. At the gym, I worked out with Albert, Ken, and even Koenji. He acted normal and he addressed me as usual. The air between us seemed friendly, but under the surface, we both wanted to strangle the other. Ken and Albert failed to notice and we talked about trivial things.

In the meantime, I had stopped by the library to return a book when I saw a group of Second Years studying for the exam Kiryama mentioned yesterday. I saw Kiryuuin leading a study group, albeit not very nicely. She had a massive wooden paddle and would smack someone with it if they got an answer wrong. One of the poor students had an ice pack and multiple bruises on his body from Kiryuuin's beatings. Kiryama had said he would bribe her to teach and it seemed that he did bribe her...the poor students wish he didn't though.

Enough about the other years and their school experience, it's time to focus on mine. The class was at its usual; everyone talking to each other, laughing, gossiping, etc. I saw Chabashira in the corner of the room, scrolling on her phone. The teachers were given similar phones to the students, just with more access. The teachers had the ability to order more things and see a lot more things than a student could. It's similar to how the convenience store has beer, students aren't allowed it, but teachers are.

The bell rang and Chabashira stepped up the podium and took out her clipboard and she recorded attendance. She then took out a stack of papers and placed them at her desk and removed a marker from the tray on the board.

Chabashira: Alright, listen up Class D. The school has decided to grant you another special exam that you will complete.

Ike: Awh, why?! Haven't we gone through enough?

Chabashira: If you want to take it up with the President and Chairman, be my guest.

Chabashira smirked as Ike stopped talking and looked down at his desk. She then began to write on the board:

Paper Shuffle Special Exam

Chabashira: This exam sees at least two people expelled per year, so listen closely to the explanation. This is a pair-based exam where both participants are given 50 questions on each eight subjects for the total of 400 questions. All subjects will have a minimum standard of 60 points. The Paper Shuffle will have a span of two days, where students take four exams per day. The pairings will be divided via a mock test. There will be no expulsion for failure on the mock test, and it will have no effect on your

Chabashira was writing this all down on the board as Horikita followed suit, writing like some sort of speed demon. I was already thinking of ways about the pairings.

Chabashira: The contents of the test will include all of your current subjects. The quizzes will have 100 questions for a total of 100 points. Now, let's talk about how you can fail this exam: If the final grade a pair gets on any one subject is under 60 points, then both members of the pair will be required to drop out. This 60 point threshold is the average score of both of the two partners. The overall total score will be based on the average score of the pair. Even if one gets above 60 points in all eight subjects, if the pair's average total points are below the standard, both partners will be expelled.

A/N: I changed it to the average score cause k wanted more tension

Chabashira: The classes will compete by brainstorming the test questions for the other classes. The class must then make a test abiding by the 50 questions per subject format, and will then pass their test into their teacher. Yes, Ayanokoji?

Ayanokoji: Is there any measure to prevent the classes from coming up with outlandish questions?

Chabashira: Yes the teachers will read the questions and make sure they are fair. If they are unfair then they will tell the class to make another test. If this happens three times, the class automatically loses 25 points which are then given to the competing class. Is that all?

Ayanokoji: Yeah that's all.

I sat back down as Chabashira continued the explanation.

Chabashira: The classes competing will be decided by telling your teacher about the decision. In the case that multiple classes target the same class, it will be decided by a lottery with the Class Representatives. The school will compare the overall grades on the finals between the two classes, and the class that wins will receive a total of 50 Class Points from the losing class. In a case where the exam becomes a direct match between two classes then the wager will be temporarily set to 100 instead of 50. But if the total score is the same in the end, the result will be a tie and there won't be any change in the number of points. For example, if Class D targeted Class B and Class B also targeted Class D, the wager would be raised to 100 points, and if there was a tie, no one gains any points. Those are the rules of the Paper Shuffle. You may begin brainstorming and able to submit your decisions after the mock test. That will be all.

Chabashira left the room and the class erupted. Those who had the ten point demerit were sweating bullets, and no one wanted to be their partner out of fear of suffering the same fate of expulsion as them. If there are at least two people expelled from this exam, how are the pairings made? Surely if low ranking students are together it would be expulsion on a massive scale. Unless the higher students are paired with the lower students and together they make average. I thought about it during the explanation. There is a pattern to follow that can result in the perfect matchups for the most intelligent and least intelligent students to be paired together.

Ayanokoji: Everyone, can I have your attention? I have thought of a way we can make it through this exam with no worries of expulsion!

The class looked at me with hopeful flames and everyone sat down and remained silent as I began to speak my plan.

Ayanokoji: Did anyone else find it odd how there was only at least two people expelled each year? If the low students were placed together, would there not be expulsion on a mass scale?

Everyone quickly understood what I was saying but they still had confused expressions.

Karuizawa: Ok I get that, but how can we do anything with that?

Ayanokoji: Well it's really simple: We divide the class into four categories: High ranking, above average, below average, and low ranking. We can modify our scores to make sure that Hugh and low tankers are paired together with above and below average being paired together. I suggest we figure out a formula for it, does anyone have any ideas?

Horikita stuck her hand up and walked up the front next to me. She had her notebook in her hands and she had her pen out

Horikita: I had thought something similar, which is why I started thinking about it as well. If the high tankers answer as many questions as they can correctly, and the low tankers answer only one question correctly, they should be paired together. If Shiver average answer around 75 questions and below average answer about 25 questions they should also be paired together.

Ayanokoji: That sounds like a wonderful idea! Now all that's left is we just have to sort everyone into a category. Can everyone when they have a chance, show me their most recent results on their tests in all the subjects? Once you do that, I can sort you all into the four categories. Any objections?

No one objected. I noticed Koenji was of course doing his own mirror thing and our gazes locked with each other. He gave me a smirk and a look that said "What are you going to do?" He then looked away from me and back to his reflection while blowing kisses at himself. If there was one thing that would get him to Class A, it's his narcissism. I guess you could say he's a, grade A narcissist!

Babum-cheek!

Ayanokoji: Oh, in the meantime, I would like to talk to Yukimura, Hirata, Kikyo, and Horikita after school in my dorm for a minute, if that's ok?

Lackeys: Yup sounds good!

Everyone went back to their seats as the bell rang and Mashima entered the room and began to teach. Seeing as I learned this stuff when I was 9, I allowed myself to zone out. The Paper Shuffle was the perfect chance to lure Class C into an encounter.

Ryuen's ego will be his downfall

Author: Alright time to make a test out of origami! Idk why I think that whenever I think about this exam. This exam is one of my favorites cause we get Ayanokoji Grouo but I sped ran that. Also, will Yukimura join the group? Only time will tell. I should go to sleep, it's past midnight when I post this but I have no sleep schedule cause I'm just quirky. Am I the only one who finds it weird when people flex their unhealthy sleep schedules? Hypocrite alert. I flexed mine as a joke cause I was typing with no though, but these people will flex it and act like their cool? Like no Candy sit tf down you were up until 10 thirsting over Twilight characters like no. I'm ranting for no reason rn, but yeah that's all from me! Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chatpter 47: Pillow Palace

Ayanokoji Pov
Ike: Man I'm sooo hungry!

Yamauchi: I would kill for some chicken right now!

Ike and Yamauchi groaned loudly as they walked through the halls to the cafateria. The lunch bell had rung and people set off to feed themselves. I was packing up my stuff and getting ready to eat when I saw a group of my classmates menacingly approaching me.

Mii-Chan: Hey Ayanokoji-Kun!

Ayanokoji: Oh hey Mii-Chan, how's it going?

Mii-Chan walked over and I saw Kikyo and Inogashira behind her.

Kikyo: We were wondering if you wanted to eat lunch with us, since we wanted to talk to you about the exam and stuff. There were some things we didn't understand from the material, so could you help us? Pretty please?

Ayanokoji: Yeah sure, do you already have lunch or do we need to go to the cafeteria to get something first?

Inogashira: A-ahum I made myself s-some lunch.

Mii-Chan: I think I need to. There's a new salad on the menu and I really want to try it!

Kikyo: Mmm is that so?

Mii-Chan: Yeah, it's the Goat Berry salad! People have said it's really good, Sato-San just messaged me about it!

Kikyo: If so, I need to try it! Let's go before it sells out!

Kikyo began to speed walk down the halls as Mii-Chan sped after her. Inogashira tried to match that energy, but her being as reserved and shy as she was, that seemed like an insurmountable feat. Nonetheless, both of us kept a brisk pace behind the other two girls.

Ayanokoji: So Inogashira-San, how's it going?

Inogashira: It's going ok, what about y-you?

Ayanokoji: It's going fine for me. I managed to try that new drink at Pallet, you know which one I'm talking about right?

Inogashira: The Raspberry-Blackberry special right? It's s-so good! It was perfectly sweet and it tasted really good! Kushida-Chan and I tried it together a f-few days ago.

Ayanokoji: Yeah it's really good, I usually get one in the morning, it's healthy as well which is a good bonus to it. Not enough things taste as good as the drink does and doesn't also make somebody ten-times unhealthier.

Inogashira: Mhm, that's right Ayanokoji-Kun. I-I like to cook a lot, but it's hard to find healthy ingredients for the meal.

Ayanokoji: Oh where do you shop for your groceries? I shop at the Tamayo Mart, have you heard of it?

Inogashira: No, I've never heard of it, where is it?

Ayanokoji: It's a hole in the wall type place, but it's really good. They sell really good ingredients, fruits, vegetables, etc. I go there all the time whenever I need to get more supplies.

Inogashira: O-oh that's nice! I usually go to Keiyaki Mall, it has a nice store with produce and cutlery. I visited e-earlier this year and I got all my supplies and I visited a f-few days ago.

Kikyo: Hohoho, are you two flirting? I'll leave you to it, but don't expect me not to tell anyone~

Kikyo had halted and whipped around to stare at the both of us. She approached us both and sized us up and down with a devious smirk on her face

Inogashira: E-eh?! Kushida-Chan you t-tease!

Kikyo: Hehe, I'm sorry Inogashira-Chan, but it's just too funny sometimes!

Ayanokoji: Wow, I never took you for someone so cruel Kikyo! Maybe I should choose my friends better, hmph!

Kikyo: Like you're any different, and don't "hmph" me!

Mii-Chan: Both of you are too much sometimes! But we're at the cafeteria so let's go try that salad!

Kikyo: Lets a gooooooooo!

Ayanokoji: Mario-Time!

A soft delicate moan escaped Kikyo's mouth as she ate a piece of the salad. Her eyes glittered in the light as she glided the fork around her mouth, her tongue engaging with the flavors in a battle for dominance.

Kikyo: Mmm! So good~

She began to fly up as the leaves began to dance and her clothes were remo-No, no we aren't doing Food Wars. Save that for a weird one shot or something.

Ayanokoji: I think she likes it...

Mii-Chan: Yeah I think she does like it. What tipped you off?

Ayanokoji: The excessive moaning and the way she is acting right now. Kikyo? Can I have some

Kikyo: HISSSSSS. BACK OFF ITS MINE

Inogashira: Oh n-no she's gone over the edge!

Kikyo: Pfft I'm kidding! Of course I wouldn't go that crazy. Sure, here you go Kiyotaka-Kun!

I picked up a bit of the salad and ate it, and...wow it did taste good. I saw Kikyo smirk at me while barely containing her laughter but with a slight blush on her face.

Ayanokoji: Is something wrong?

Kikyo: No, nothing, nothing at all.

She said as she snapped a picture of me. Did I grow a third eye or something? Mii-Chan was like a tomato and Inogashira was looking to the ground.

Ayanokoji: Literally what is going on?

Kikyo: Haah I'll tell you later ok?

Code for: No I won't tell you

Ayanokoji: Uhm, ok? You said you needed help with school right? Which part do you need guys need help with?

Mii-Chan: The Math section is difficult for all three of us so we were wondering if you could help us with it?

Mii-Chan removed a math textbook from her bag and placed it on the table then flipped to a page and pulled out her notes.

Ayanokoji: Ok so what sort do you not understand?

Kikyo: I don't understand the first part.

Mii-Chan: I don't understand the last part

Inogashira: I-I don't get any part!

Ayanokoji: Ok well let's go through it. So here you have this right? And from there you have to...

Kikyo: Hmm ok I think I get it now! Thanks a bunch Kiyotaka-Kun!

Mii-Chan: Yeah I understand it even better now, thanks for that.

Inogashira: Y-yeah I'm starting to get familiar with it. It's still hard though...

Inogashira sighed as she leaned back and stretched her arms. We had 10 minutes left for lunch so I started to pack up and put away my book.

Ayanokoji: It was helpful for me as well, so if you need more help, don't hesitate to ask me.

Kikyo: I won't!

We started to walk back to class and arrived in the room when most people were returning. I went to my seat and began to prepare my supplies for the next class when Kikyo came over to me.

Kikyo: Hey Kiyotaka-Kun, there's this new movie I want to watch and it's coming out tonight. I was wondering if you maybe wanted to watch it tonight? In your or my dorm since the theater is closed tonight and all.

Ayanokoji: Sure I'm willing to watch it. Do you want to meet at my room at like maybe 6? I think that will work for me.

Kikyo: Yeah that will work for me as well. I'll bring snacks, so see you then!

A movie night huh? It sounds like some fun, I wonder what I should make for dinner...

Ring

It was around 5:50 when I was making dinner and I heard the doorbell for my room ring. I dried my hands on my apron and walked out of the small kitchen. I opened the door and saw Kikyo standing outside with a bag of food and other items. In the bag she had chips, drinks, and most importantly, a teddy bear. What kind of movie are we watching if she needs a teddy bear?

Ayanokoji: Hey Kikyo, come in, I almost have dinner ready so just make yourself at home.

Kikyo: Sir yes, Sir! Pardon the intrusion~

Kikyo placed her shoes down and walked into my room proper. She sat down on a small couch I had bought. She picked up the remote and began flipping through the channels, eventually settling on some romance movie.

I was almost done the meal and was just putting it all together and onto the plates when I heard her squeal about something.

Kikyo: Eep, that's so romantic!

Ayanokoji: Mm watching a romance I see. I guess that's a universal girl thing right?

Kikyo: Yeah pretty much. Except for Horikita. She is "not like other girls" cause she has no friends! By the way, what's your policy on expelling Horikita?

Ayanokoji: It's a no.

Kikyo: Oh pleaaase? Pretty pretty please? How can you refuse me, such a cute girl?!

Ayanokoji: I see no cute girl here.

Kikyo: Huh?! Kiyobaka you're such a meanie!

Kikyo pretended to fake cry and I rolled my eyes as I brought the plates out to her. When she saw the food she stopped the water works and sat down at the table.

Ayanokoji: I present to you: Garlic Herbed Beef Tenderloin, presented by yours truly.

Kikyo: Mm it looks delicious. Does it taste good though? Let's find out. Thanks for the meal!

Kikyo began to eat the dish I had so kindly made for her and her eyes widened. Her pupils turned into the heart-shake for a second and she immediately went in for another bite

Kikyo: It's so good! How did you get this good?!

Ayanokoji: I just practiced a lot. I asked a family friend to teach me to cook and he taught me the ways. I actually used his recipe on this.

Kikyo: Well I'm lucky it seems. A tasty lunch and a delicious dinner. I wonder if I should try for the lottery...

Ayanokoji: Then you will run out of luck and probably have to eat the free wild vegetable set or something like that.

Kikyo: Mhm, the greedy get divine karma I suppose. Still though, I'm actually kind of considering it now. Do you think I could win?

Ayanokoji: Do I think you could win? No. Statistically you could, but it's less than a 1 in 1,000,000 chance

Kikyo: Yeah I guess so. I remember a friend of mine actually won once. Not too much money but still. So there is always a chance but it's too small to play it.

Ayanokoji: Yup that's all there is to it. That's why I don't like to gamble, only if I have to.

Kikyo: I see.

The meal was finished and both Kikyo and I were washing the dishes and we started talking about random things.

Ayanokoji: Oh yeah, what movie did you want to watch?

Kikyo: Well there is the Friday The Thirteenth Movie! It released earlier today and I wanted to watch it with someone

Ayanokoji: I never would have thought you the type to love horror movies. I thought you would be all into romance and stuff.

I teased at her which earned me a light jab in the ribs. Meh, it was worth it.

Kikyo: Well I just like horror movies. They get my blood pumping and it feels like a good stress reliever for me as well.

Ayanokoji: How?

Kikyo: I picture those I hate as characters in the movie and when they die gruesomely it is extremely satisfying. You should try it out sometime. Bleh, now I'm thinking about that Horikita bitch all over again. She can just die for all I care. If she is in a horror movie for real, I will watch it opening night and buy the release on tv. It will be too perfect

Ayanokoji: If it's that satisfying, maybe I will try it out. It's like your trying to pitch this me like your a door-to-door salesman.

Kikyo: Buy your stress relieving movie today! Featuring your most hated enemies!

Ayanokoji: Wow, that's an amazing sales pitch.

I rolled my eyes and we finished up with the dishes. Kikyo went over and selected the movie. We began to watch and Kikyo laughed at the murder scenes, likely picturing Horikita posted onto the people. Maybe I should try it. At the first death, I pictured That Man on the person being murdered. It was...very satisfying. It felt like someone lifted a weight off my shoulder. Of course he's still alive but I savored the moment. Kikyo was no doubt picturing Horikita.

It was about midway through the movie when Kikyo spoke up.

Kikyo: I've been picturing Horikita, Shinohara, and Karuizawa this whole time. What about you?

Ayanokoji: Koenji, Ryuen, and one other person

Kikyo: Who is this person?

Ayanokoji: It's a long story for another day.

Kikyo: I won't press it for now, but seeing that Horikita bitch die, over and over again is therapeutic honestly.

Ayanokoji: I imagine it is. You're right though: this is extremely satisfying. And I think I've learned something. I think I like talking to your real self more. You not faking anything, saying it how it is.

I was met with a wall of silence. I looked over and saw Kikyo looking like a ripe tomato. She had buried her face into a pillow and was just...

~Stareeeee~

Ayanokoji: You ok?

Kikyo: Yup, yeah totally! You need ti stop saying such things to girls you know! You're gonna lead them on and you're gonna hurt them! Then they're gonna hate you, you need to be careful!

Ayanokoji: Ma'am yes Ma'am.

Bigfoot Pov
The movie wrapped up as Ayanokoji and Kushida stood up. It was late, around 10. If a girl left a boys room at this hour, rumors would certainly start. Are they dating? Perhaps they broke the rule of no sexual activity, since sex is a no-no at this school. The two were both trapped in a cycle of enjoying the pin of those they hated, they lost track of the time.

Kushida: Oh my, it's rather late outside. 10:00pm? We really lost track of time...

Ayanokoji: Seems like it.

Kushida: I think I could make it home in time and be safe from detection...but I don't know if I should risk it.

Ayanokoji: I know what you mean...What do you suggest?

Like he didn't already know what was going to happen. He resigned himself to his fate.

Kushida: How about we have a sleepover!

Ayanokoji: Are you sure? Aren't sleepovers usually the same sex?

Kushida: True, but should we really risk our reputations? Let's just stick it out for one night to play it safe and I can leave in the morning.

Ayanokoji: Hmm, ok...Do you want to wear my uniform? I have enough pairs and I'll be fine with that if you are.

Kushida: Sure, lemme just freshen up and get ready for bed and stuff.

Ayanokoji: You can take the bed, I'll sleep on the couch.

Kushida: Sounds good to me!

Kushdia and Ayanokoji got ready for bed and Ayanokoji laid down in the couch and Kushida on the bed. Ayanokoji out his mind off of he girl in his room and drifted to sleep. But Kushida, was doing something else. What you might ask? She was...sniffing the bed. Yes, sniffing the bed.

Kushida: It smells so good!

Kushdia thought to herself as her face went red. What in the world was she doing? She slapped herself in the face and commanded she stopped

Hornyshida: C'mon just a few more sniffs!

Kushida: Shh no shut up! Get a grip!

Will Kushida be able to fight her temptation, or she will succumb to primal urges?

The Battle of Pillow Palace has begun

Author: Wow, strange chapter. Uhm I got nothing to say. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 47.5: Yamauchi Gets A Gf?

YamaGOD Pov
It was 1am in the morning and I was awake on my bed. The Tv was on, playing High-school DxD, and I was reading a manga on my bed. Because of those damn Ikemen like Hirata and Ayanokoji, I don't get any girls. Even Kanji seems to like him now! Like how is this fair, I should be rolling in big tit chicks all day long, but no I'm just the stupid pervert. Life is so unfair!

YamaGOD: Mhm, that's right Luffy, the One Piece is real...

The manga I was reading was called Two Piece. It followed the story of Ace, a strong pirate and his hearty crew. Kanji said I got the wrong manga but this is what the dude sold to me. He worked as the Camera Store clerk in Keyaki. We both bonded over our love of Shizuku-Chan. I don't know where she is, but Sakura-Chan has big tits like her so I guess I can settle. Besides, I think she would look sexy as a maid. My mind began to wander to a fantasy...

Sakura: H-Haruki-Kun!

Sakura was on the floor in a maid costume. She was wet as she spread her legs and I got full view of her ass. I unbuttoned my pants and began to-

Ring

I awoke from my perfect dream and cursed the world. Why must they interrupt my future?! I looked to my phone(Which the lock screen was Shizuku)and I saw I had a text from someone. I don't know who the number was. I looked at the text...OH MY YAMAGOD

Rando: Hey Yamauchi-Kun, I think you're pretty hot and was wondering if you wanted to meet up sometime?

YamaGOD: Oh yeah definitely! What's your name pretty lady?

I had no way of knowing if she was pretty but since this is the universe's karma for all the unfair things going on, she must be a hottie

Manabe: I'm Manabe Shiho. Class C. I was wondering if you wanted to meet up tomorrow at the arcade. You could help me with some games...

YamaGOD: Ofc Manabe-Chan! Be there at 5?

Big-Booba: Sure!

I renamed her contact info to something more fitting. I don't know what she looked but she must look hot!

It's time for me to let the YamaGod loose

Author: Wtf did I just wright? The men had their fun, the boys will have fun later with the real chapter. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 48: Inter-Class Relations

Ayanokoji Pov
I woke up in the morning and sat up in my bed. Oh wait, not my bed, the couch. I looked over and saw Kikyo sleeping in my bed like a baby. She had a little smile on her face and she seemed as if she was sniffing the pillow. Their must be one weird dream she's having right now. In the meantime, I went to the gym after leaving a note for her.

At the gym, I checked the school forum and I saw a picture of me. I was eating the salad and I had a shocked face on. Well, not really a shocked face, but my eyes were widened and it looked like they were brimming with curiosity. I started looking through the comments.

Demonic_Angel: He is mine ladies, back off!

DominantGyaru: Eep such a cutie!

Booklover: That's my book buddy!

YamaGOD: Idk why you are thirsting over this clown...
399 Dislikes

I guess me looking curious is hot to girls? The world has a strange way of working. I sensed a presence however and I looked over to see Koenji standing at the wall. He looked over at me with a cocky grin on his face.

Koenji: Well, well, well, look what we have here. Cute Salad Boy, huh? The female population is thirsting over you big time I must tell you. It's a shame you have stepped in my way. If you hadn't, you could just love your days out with your harem and been a happy man with many wives. But you decided to play with me and I bite back, fufufu.

Ayanokoji: Well Koenji, if you weren't one to allow others to trample over you this wouldn't have happened. But you had to be weak-willed and let yourself be controlled by a dragon.

Koenji turned his nose up and laughed like a jolly old man before turning on his heels and going to the other side of the gym

Koenji: Watch your back Ayanokoji-Boy, watch your back

I returned to my dorm and I saw Kikyo in the kitchen. She had on an apron and was making some breakfast when she saw me come in. She walked over and punched me on the shoulder. I feigned pain

Ayanokoji: Ow, what was that for?

Kikyo: You left me all alone! What if someone broke in and found me all alone here? What do you think they would do to me?

Ayanokoji: Kikyo, no one is going to break into here.

Kikyo: One of your crazy fan girls maybe! They would kill me if they saw me in here!

Ayanokoji: I think they would be scared of you and leave immediately. You're rather scary when you're in a mood.

Kikyo: I'll take that a compliment. But next time if you do that, I'll put ten pounds of pepper in your eggs!

Ayanokoji: Next time?

Kikyo: Silly Kiyotaka-Kun!

Ayanokoji: That doesn't answer my question-

Kikyo: Silly Kiyotaka-Kun!

Kikyo put the eggs down on the table and I sat down as well. I suppose there was no reasoning with her right now. She sat across from me and we both began to eat and talk about the day.

Ayanokoji: So do you know if you're going to start a study group or not?

Kikyo: I mean I will if I have to. Dealing with Yamauchi and Ike makes me want to rip their spines out and shove it up their asses. You're gonna see a murder all over the news with me being arrested.

Ayanokoji: Hehe yeah. Yamauchi seriously annoys me. I see why Ken got into the school but how did Yamauchi get in? He isn't smart or athletic. A complete waste of space. He has no allegiance either. Only by those with big assets or those who show affection.

Yamauchi: Mhm that's right, I got a girlfriend!

I'm going to die, you have got to be kidding. Kikyo walked over to her desk in a catatonic state and sat down. I stood near and listened into the conversation.

Ike: She's mean! Don't you remember when she called you a fatty?

Yamauchi: That is a tsundere my dear Kanji. She is also very hot if you did not notice

Shinohara: She is not. She is annoying as all hell. She acts like she's so cute and hot but she's not!

Ike: Yeah, for once I agree with Shinohara. Dump her ass! She is mean to all of us and is probably just messing with you!

Sotomura: Yes Yamauchi-Dono. Manabe has called me many mean names and she called you mean names not out of affection but out of hate.

Yamauchi: You just don't understand, none of you do! I'll show you all. Manabe-Chan will be my cute girlfriend and she'll tell you all that she never meant it.

Karuizawa: She is probably gonna use you as a spy or something. No one can like that nor is anyone that desperate.

Hirata: Kei, don't be that way! Yamauchi-Kun, just act careful. We don't know he intentions and if she likes you or not yet.

Yamauchi: Oh shut up soccer head before I kick your head around!

Ayanokoji: Yamauchi please calm down he wasn't insinuating anything.

Yamauchi: All of you need to shut up! I'm tired of being pushed around by you people! All of you are annoying and need to shut up before someone curses you!

This is my time to shine!

Author: Sorry people, it's as shorter chapter today. I ran out of the good allergy medicine so I'm like dying rn. Good thing is I just got some so hopefully I'll be better for a better chapter as well. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 49: Studying with Glasses-Kun

Ayanokoji Pov
The bell rang to signal the dismissal of the classes I was sitting down in my seat is the perverts were discussing the Girlfriend situation from Class C. Ike was doubting the likelihood that Manabe was a real girlfriend. I saw Yamauchi rolling his eyes and walking away.

I stood up and went to the front of the room to address the class. Study groups were essential, and seeing as some of our classmates had the ten point demerit, we needed to do some serious prep work.

Ayanokoji: Everyone can I have your attention? It's about the exam.

Yamauchi: I suppose I can wait then. If it's for the class, I'll have to tell Manabe-Chan, my GIRLFRIEND, that I'll be late to our meet up!

Ayanokoji: That's good for you but back to the agenda. For this exam, we need to make study groups. I was thinking we stick with the same groups from our midterms, and we build off of that. And we need to focus as much as we can here. This exam could get us right next to Class C and push us over the line, so we need to focus right now. And Yukimura-Kun, can I talk to you?

Yukimura: Ayanokoji, yes I can talk to you. What did you need?

Ayanokoji: I wanted to ask you to make the questions with me. Does anyone else want to join in maki my the questions?

Horikita raised her hand. She is capable of helping her class at least.

Horikita: I would like to assist in making the questions with you two, if you don't mind. I have some ideas and something I need to talk to Ayanokoji-Kun about.

Ayanokoji: Ok that's good. So the three of us, Horikita, Yukimura, and I, will make the questions and send them into Chabashira-Sensei. If there are any questions please contact me. The final thing is which class we wish to target. As I stated earlier, this is pro chance to overtake Class C. So going off of that, we should target them. Ryuen will most likely attack us too, so he can crush us before we're ahead. But this will be his downfall. After that, with luck, the points at stake will be 100. In a battle of intelligence, I do doubt we can come out on top. So let's rally together and deal a blow to Class C!

I pumped my fist into the air and everyone cheered. As the class cheered, I gazed to Koenji who was sitting nonchalantly in his chair. Our eyes met and he stood up and left the room. Everyone began to disperse into the hallways. Horikita and Yukimura stood beside me and as everyone drained out, we sat at one of the desks and moved them together. I pulled out a piece of paper and a pencil.

Ayanokoji: Ok do any of you have any suggestions for questions?

Horikita: Yes, I have a list.

Yukimura: As expected of you, Horikita-San. I admire your initiative. I also made a list of questions.

Ayanokoji: I also made some but before we get into that, I want to try something. The school said they will review anything we send in and send it back if it is too extreme.

Horikita: Yeah and we have three tries before we lose points, what about it?

Ayanokoji: We can send in questions and see what the school deems as extreme. That way, we can find the boundary and take advantage of it to make the questions as hard as we can. That way, Class C goes into this with harder questions if they choose us.

Yukimura: That is a good idea.

Horikita: Ok then, we're all in agreement. Let's get to work...

Ayanokoji: Ok, all of us are satisfied with the questions?

On the desks we had placed the sheets filled with all the questions. We had divided the work and had just reviewed the questions to make sure they were extreme enough. I made the most extreme questions, but the other two still made very hard questions.

Yukimura: Yeah these questions seem good. But wow Ayanokoji, the fact you made so many hard questions and was able to solve them all is shocking to me. Have you been studying since you were a child perhaps?

Ayanokoji: You can say that yeah. I studied a lot because my father was really strict on me.

I was telling the truth, partially. While most kids were learning the times tables or the alphabet, I was learning how to defuse a bomb and the best areas to target on the body when going for a fatal shot.

Horikita: Was your mother just as strict, or was she the voice of reason?

Ayanokoji: My mother wasn't in the picture. She disappeared after I was born. I don't know what she looks like, nor what she liked.

Yukimura tightened up and looked to the floor. Horikita gave me a look of sympathy and patted me lightly on the back.

Horikita: I-I see. I'm sorry for asking.

Ayanokoji: It's ok Horikita. We all get curious.

An awkward silence took over the room as we all sat there. It was so silent, someone could drop a pin and everyone would hear it, and it would be as loud as a missile.

Yukimura: We should probably leave before we get locked in the school.

Ayanokoji: Yeah let's go then. Does anyone want to grab a drink?

Yukimura: I can't but I just need to talk real quick with you in private.

Horikita: I'll grab a drink with you after I suppose.

Ayanokoji: Yukimura-Kun, what do you need?

Horikita left the room and closed the door behind her as Yukimura started packing up his stuff into one bag.

Yukimura: Listen, this request may seem out of character for me, but I want to ask if I can join your study group. There is a lot I think I can learn from you to better myself. So please take me on as your student!

Yukimura bowed and extended his hand out to me. His glasses hung off the ridge of his nose as he faced the ground. Yukimura huh? I have no issues with it.

Ayanokoji: Please lift your head Yukimura-Kun. And of course you can join the study group. The next session is tomorrow at 6. Can you make it?

Yukimura: Yes, I can thank you.

Ayanokoji: The group has a policy of always calling each other by our first names. Yours is Teruhiko right?

Keisei: It isn't. Well it isn't the one I prefer. My mother left my family, just like she left yours. She named me Teruhiko, and I hate her and that name. So my dad calls me Keisei, so can you call me by that?

Ayanokoji: Of course Keisei! Is there anything else you need while we're here?

Keisei: No, I have to go now but thank you very much.

Keisei bowed out of the room and Horikita stood at the doorway a few seconds after. So she wasn't listening. That's what good little pawns do. They don't disobey their masters.

Ayanokoji: Ok let's go for a drink Horikita-San.

Horikita: This drink is pretty good.

Ayanokoji: Yeah it really is. What did you need from me?

The two of us were walking down the street. Dark clouds gathered above in a dark legion handing over everything. People were holding umbrellas while looking up to the clouds. The forecast did say it would rain. I took out my umbrella and clicked it open and so did Horikita.

Horikita: You said your father was strict right. I know you might be sensitive to this but I need to know: Would a strict father really turn you into something like what you are now?

I smiled but I could tell by Horkita's look it didn't reach my eyes, and pink tint was on her face but not all that noticeable considering the situation that was unfolding.

Ayanokoji: What do you mean Horikita-San?

Horikita: Don't play dumb with me here. You have insanely developed muscles, you're able to score straight 100's and is essentially a genius. Who are you Ayanokoji?

The rain began to fall staining the concrete black. The downpour creates loud thuds on the umbrellas we held in our hands. I paused right where I was.

I dropped my facade and my cold eyes spilled out. The air seemed to drop a few degrees and Horikita shivered. She had seen it back when I found her and Elderkita fighting, but she never got used to it.

Ayanokoji: Horikita, I will tolerate your existence and train you to be a leader, but...

Do not ever pry into my life

Author: Nothing to say around here. I'm waiting for mg copy of Tears of the Kingdom to arrive and I'm dying with boredom. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 50: War and Violence

Ayanokoji Pov
I returned to my dorm after talking to Horikita. After I coldly shoved her off, she left me alone. I began to scroll through the school forums and didn't see a lot. I was on trending as girls fawned over me and used the anonymous feature on the forum. I saw some boys and girls posting pictures of themselves hanging out. I saw Yamauchi had posted a picture of him and Manabe at the arcade.

I saw Kikyo was hanging out with Mii-Chan and the others, and I saw Nagumo was doing karaoke with Asahina. Elderkita had posted another things about his resignation, highlighting his experiences as the President and what was needed to be the President. Nagumo had sent a meme in the comments in response. Those two were still fighting, even if Elderkita had resigned from his position. After his resignation, Nagumo had practically thrown a hissy fit, according to Asahina at least.

I received a message on my phone from Sotomura.

Sotomura: Ayanokoji-Dono, come to the school infirmary right now!

Ayanokoji: Why, what happened?

Sotomura: Something bad happened to Yamauchi-Dono, he got hurt, bad!

I launched up and grabbed my umbrella and exited my dorm. I went to the lobby and as I was leaving, I heard the elevator ping. I turned slightly and saw Horikita leaving the elevator. Her face slightly paled as she saw me, but shook herself off before running up to me.

Horikita: Did you also get a text from Ike? About Yamauchi?

Ayanokoji: I got a text from Sotomura, did Ike tell you what happened?

Horikita: No, they didn't know. But once we get there, we can talk about it and ask Yamauchi.

Ayanokoji: If he's awake by then...

Horikita: Do you think it has something to do with Manabe?

Ayanokoji: Yeah, it might have something to do. Perhaps he got too hands on with her and she retaliated?

Horikita: Perhaps, but would Manabe be able to defeat Yamauchi so brutally?

Ayanokoji: Well, most people could right?

Horikita dryly chuckled as the rain poured all around us.

Horikita: I guess so. Still, I wonder if it was Manabe or something else. Maybe her friends stepped in?

Ayanokoji: So maybe one of her friends attacked Yamauchi thinking it was for the greater good?

Horikita: It's a solid explanation. Her friends are the type to do that, plus Yamauchi is a certified creep, and every girl knows it. If you check the forums, you would see girls making fun of him in the comments all the time. It's not too out of the field of reality that the girls would attack him.

Ayanokoji: Would the girls do that though? Manabe's friends aren't going to fight him head on, that's for sure.

Horikita: Then who could it be? Could it be someone from Class A? Or maybe Nagumo-Senpai?

Ayanokoji: Nagumo-Senpai, why would you think him?

Horikita: After the sports festival, my brother resigned from the council. Right before that, he fought both you and Nagumo-Senpai in the relay race. And from an interaction I've had before, I know he likes fighting my brother. So I believe Nagumo-Senpai is fighting both you and my brother, and is targeting Yamauchi to attack the class at large. He does have many students at his disposal. Even if they are caught, what are a few students to him?

Ayanokoji: That is some solid deduction, however that is slightly off. I am with Nagumo-Senpai. I have too much on my plate with Ryuen and the traitor to also have to fight the Second Year head on.

Horikita: I almost forgot to ask, who was the traitor?

Ayanokoji: You won't believe this, but it was Koenji. He had betrayed the class and gave Ryuen the roster, and our class's VIPs in the Zodiac Killer Exam. If I had to guess, he was meeting with Ryuen during the Island Exam.

Horikita: Why do you think he betrayed the class? I swear Koenji will pay for his actions...

Horikita glared sharply at the compass she had in her hand. The looking shadow of the school was approaching from in front of us. The windows looked like eyes looking back at us. I swear I saw a ghost in the window for a second. Maybe it was just Hanako...

Horikita: Ayanokoji-Kun, wake up! Now is not the time to space out!

I snapped back to reality to Horikita pinching my cheek.

Ayanokoji: Ow, Wi'm sowwy Howikita-Swan!

Horikita: I can't even tell if you mean it at this point...

Ayanokoji: I can't tell you why Koenji betrayed us, it's a big thing I can't talk about, ok? That will have to suffice.

Horikita: I'll find out one way or another, but for now let's check on Yamauchi.

We walked into the school and into the infirmary. Our footsteps echoed on the silent halls as the rain slammed against the windows like a drum. In the infirmary, I saw Ike and Sotomura sitting at the bedside and Yamauchi in the bed.

His face was battered and bruised, many all over his face. There was a bruise right next to his eye and it was a dark shade of purple. He had bandages all over him and I saw the Nurse was putting away some materials and she went over to her computer. Horikita and I signed the visitation sheet and walked over to the bed.

Ayanokoji: We came as fast as we could, what happened here?

Ike sniffled and blew his nose. His eyes were all puffy like he was crying.

Ike: W-we were at the arcade, w-when we left Haruki and M-Manabe there and then we got a call from Haruki, sniff, B-but it wasn't him! It was a deep raspy voice telling us to come to the rooftop and we saw Haruki a-and-oh god-I c-can't!

Ike began to bawl his eyes out as Sotomura leaned over and patted his back. The Nurse brought over more tissues as he blew nose and cried to himself. Yamauchi was beaten to a pulp, and Ike had found the aftermath. Horikita grimaced at the scene in front of her as she was messaging someone on her phone. I went over to Ike and began to try and comfort him with Sotomura.

Kikyo: Guys! What happened?! Horikita-San texted me and I came as fast as I could and-oh my god, Yamauchi-Kun!

Kikyo rushed over and placed her hand over her mouth as she looked at Yamauchi's bruised body. She had tears brimming in her eyes and she looked away, but I could see a small evil form on her face. Our eyes met for a second and her smile was still present on her face. She was a good actor, that's for sure.

Ike: Haruki didn't deserve th-this at all! Whoever did this is going to p-pay, I sw-swear to god!

Horikita: We shouldn't act before we get the truth from Yamauchi. When did you find him?

Ike: A-around an hour ago! I called the Nurse and Sae-Sensei and they brought him here, and then I called Sotomura who called Ayanokoji.

Kikyo: Good, then he should wake up soon, right?

Ayanokoji: It would be wishful thinking though. He is in really bad condition right now so it is going to take awhile.

Kikyo: Who could have done this? Why would they do this to someone! Whoever did this is so cruel and I just can't stand it!

Suddenly, Yamuachi began to stir in his bed and Kikyo backed away. Ike had he reverse reaction and practically strangled Yamauchi in a hug.

Ike: Haruki, you're alive!

Nurse-Chan: Give him some room!

Sotomura pried Ike off and sat him down into the chair. The Nurse began to do some tests on Yamauchi, and we all sat there watching.

Nurse-Chan: Good news, your friend has no brain damage or anything like that. Bad news is that he is in really horrible condition, and we might need to take him out of classes for a few days. I understand you have a special exam coming up?

Horikita: Yeah, that's correct.

Ayanokoji: What's the policy if he missed the exam day?

Nurse-Chan: Well he would have to take it in the day he came back. The test would be different of course to prevent cheating. The exam is in a month though right? He has plenty of time to heal and can take it the same day as everyone else if everything goes well enough.

Kikyo: I see...Yamauchi-Kun, do you remember what happened?

Everyone turned to Yamauchi who gripped the bed tightly and whimpered about the pain and looked away from everyone. He finally spoke.

Yamauchi: Manabe-Chan said she had a surprise for me when we were done hanging out. She told me to c-come to the rooftop and I came. There were rose petals all around the area and when I got there, she was wearing a cute skirt. Suddenly, something hit me in the head. It was that Ishizaki dude! He knocked me in the head and he and his gang started beating the shut out me! I couldn't do anything!

Ike: Haruki...

Yamauchi: And then he grabbed my hand and rubbed it all over Manabe-Chan's ass and tits!

Kikyo grimaced and Horikita glared at Yamauchi for using such vulgar words right next to two girls.

Yamauchi: And then he went through my phone and after hat it was just a blur. I passed out! Those bastards-

Yamauchi hiccuped and began to cry as Ike and Sotomura comforted him to the best of thei abilities. The Nurse ushered us all out so Yamauchi could rest and we all dispersed...

The next morning, Yamauchi wasn't in class. Everyone looked at his desk, most with relief except for the ones who knew. We all knew what had happened and we tried to ignore it but it was impossible. The bell rang and Chabashira walked in.

Chabashira: Class, something important has happened. Class C's Manabe Shiho is accusing Class D's Yamauchi Haruki of raping her.

The class gasped and started whispering, mg eyes looked around and I saw Hirata shaking. It could have been anger or something else, but he was shaking.

The war with Class C has begun

Author: Sorry for the writes schedule recently! I've just been really busy as of now! But that's all for now. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 51: Trading Blows

Ayanokoji Pov
Chabashira: There will be a trial three days from now where someone from this class will have to represent Yamauchi. Normally, the Student Council Secretary presides over this, however, Nagumo, the President, will watch over this meeting. The President will decide the punishments which range from suspension and all the way to expulsion and the loss of points. Additionally, Ayanokoji is unable to represent Yamauchi because he is of the Student Council. Your class will not lose points to Yamauchi's absence, however visiting him is not an excuse to ditch class. Do well to also remember the mock test coming up soon, and who you intend to target for this battle. That is all for the morning homeroom.

Chabashira walked out of the room, and almost immediately there was an uproar. People started shouting and sending glared at Ike who sat in the corner. Yamauchi's desk was empty since he was still at the nurse.

Shinohara: Damnit, damn that pervert! He should have just failed an exam or something and left. Now he is going to drag the whole class down!

Karuizawa: Yeah, he sucks! We shouldn't even bother trying to help his stupid self.

Ayanokoji: But what if he didn't do it? And how would you feel if you were accused of something you didn't do and just got left by your class?

Karuizawa: How are we so sure he didn't do it in the first place? He probably did do it and we are defending a rapist? Like no, that isn't for me.

Shinohara: Kei-Chan is right! Let's get out of this business and let Yamauchi be expelled!

Ike: Shut up ugly! Haruki wouldn't do this! Sure he might do some weird things, but he's no rapist!

Shinohara: Oh yeah? How do we know you aren't just covering for your little rapist friend? It's no secret you two wasted of space are close.

Ike: And it's no secret you're an ugly bitch!

Everyone gasped and Shinohara stood there speechless. Her face was red like fire and she walked over and slapped Ike across the face as Karuizawa tried to stop her.

Shinohara: What is your problem? You're nothing but a waste of space, you and your friend should just drop out. Why were you even born, you're nothing but a mistake!

Hirata: Shinohara-San!

Ayanokoji: Shinohara, calm down!

Ike: Hey Shinohara, come over here and say that again, eh? I'll turn you into a squashed blueberry! You are the mistake here!

Horikita: Ike, Shinohara, both of you shut up!

Karuizawa: Satsuki-Chan, come over here.

Karuizawa hugged Shinohara and dragged her back over to their desks as Ike stood still like a statue, with an angered expression all over his face.

Ayanokoji: Right, well I don't believe Yamauchi raped Manabe! He may be a pervert, but like Ike said, he is not a rapist!

Sato: If he didn't do it, then why would Manabe-San accuse him?

Kikyo: Well Ryuen might have forced her, right? I remember last night, Kiyotaka, Horikita, and I visited Yamauchi and he told us what happened.

Hirata: Yeah, what did he say?

Ayanokoji: He said that Manabe called him up to the rooftop and when he went up, Ishizaki of Class C jumped him and beat him up. He then grabbed Yamauchi's hand and rubbed it all over Manabe's private parts and the likes before calling Ike to come pick him up. That's what we were told happened.

Hirata: Are there any cameras on the rooftop? If so, then they would have recorded the incident that Yamauchi described, and we could show that to the school!

Kikyo: No, there are no cameras up on the rooftop, so I don't think we would be able to see what actually happened...

Matsushita: Kushida-Chan, why would you know that?

Matsushita pondered as she looked at Kikyo.

Kikyo: I've been confessed to a lot up there, so I'm aware of the layout and I know there are no cameras.

Matsushita: I see...

Ayanokoji: I see...Could there be a potential witness?

Airi: I d-don't know. I was in the Special Annex at the time...

Keisei: Oh yeah? Why were you down there?

Airi: Oh I-Uh I was um-

Haruka: She and I were down there talking about something. It was girl talk about our bodies if you were interested.

Ken: Oh jeez Haruka, too much information!

Haruka: Hmph, boys can't handle the harsh realities of the female body. Oh, and Yukimura-Kun, I heard you were joining our group later for a study session! Nice to be working with you.

Keisei: Ah, likewise Hasebe-San.

We were interrupted by a voice on the loudspeaker. Everyone stopped and looked at the intercom.

Loudspeaker-Sama: The First Year Class Representatives please report to the Special Annex building in 10 minutes.

Ayanokoji: Ah, I see. Well sorry guys, talk without me but I'll be back soon!

Hirata: Ok well, we will brainstorm some ideas ok?

I left the room and advanced to the special annex. It was known for its heat in the summer, but also its cold in any other season. I saw Ichinose and Ryuen standing outside one of the rooms.

Ryuen: Oh look who it is, it's Bubble Brain!

Ayanokoji: Ryuen. I won't fail to notice what you did to my class.

Ichinose gave us a perplexed look as Ryuen chuckled and gave me a side eye.

Ryuen: I'm afraid I have no idea what you mean. In fact, what has your class done to mine? Manabe-San is in a wreck right now. Poor thing is mentally hurt!

Ichinose: What's going on?

Ayanokoji: Ryuen, just so you know, you will pay for what you have done. You have hit a new low! And Ichinose, I will tell you later.

This might seem like me taking out aggression on Ryuen from outside perspective, but this was a war going on. We were trading blows and trying to find out what was going on. I knew what I needed to do, and this proved everything to me. Ryuen had orchestrated this all, Manabe and Ishizaki were his little pawns. But Manabe is also my pawn. And it's time for me to break her...

???: Fufufu, what do we have here? A dragon and a knight fighting each other and a sweet maiden on the sidelines~

Ryuen: Call me a dragon one more time and this dragon will light you on fire, loli girl.

Hashimoto: Wow, a genuine Class C person! Do you think they will rob us, seeing how much of a delinquent the average Class C person is~

Ryuen: Shut it lolicon, or I'll shove the loli's cane down your throat.

Sakayanagi: Fufufu, so scary.

She rolled her eyes and chuckled as Ryuen gave a freakish smile. Ichinose gulped and backed away and I stood between Sakayanagi and and Ryuen. Hashimoto stood against the wall and chuckled.

Mashima: All of you control yourselves. Please come into this room.

Mashima-Sensei emerged from the side room and we all walked inside of the room. There were four computers and a label on the tables. D-A of course.

The computers started up and I was shown three options.

Face Class:

A
B
C

I selected option C and I heard everyone else click the option. Mashima chuckled and stood up.

Mashima: Class A and Class B have mutually targeted each other so the bet is 100 points between those two. Class C and Class D both targeted each other so their bet is 100 points as well. That concludes this, you may return to your classes. Suddenly, Ryuen's phone pinged. A message it seemed. A message I had sent.

It went something like:

X: Come fight me, Dragon Boy

Author: I'm currently binging Total Drama right now. I did Revenge, Pahkitew and I'm now on Island. I wanted to do the shorter seasons first, followed by the first three, then All Stars and Ridonkulous. That's all from me! Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 51.5: Memories of White

Ayanokoji Pov
I returned to my class just as the bell rang signaling the end of our homeroom period. As I sat down, I saw Horikita give me a quizzical look before looking to the whiteboard as our next teacher entered the room. I saw Shinohara sending glares to Ike and I saw Karuizawa was comforting Shinohara but she sat down Sakagami-Sensei entered the room. The tension in the class was so thick, you could cut it with a knife. Sakagami-Sensei felt the tension and wore a grinning expression and I saw Horikita glaring at him. Class began and we all shut up and paid attention.

It was time for me to make some moves though. The mock exams were coming soon, and the Paper Shuffle was looming from afar. Winning it would put us back into Class C position, but losing would cripple us and send us further down, but also doom Class B. If Class B and D both lost, Class C would ascend to B, while Class A would start at the top, moving further and further to safety. Both Ryuen and I had a similar problem, in that we both had a traitor. For me, it was Koenji, for Ryuen it was Manabe. I had used Karuizawa to bait Manabe and as soon as she walked close, the trap was triggered and I could officially blackmail her into doing whatever I wished of her. Koenji was being blackmailed by both Sakayanagi and Ryuen at the same time, a problem that would only keep growing. Exterminating Koenji now was essential to our rise to Class A.

I had a few pawns to use at my disposal, and powerful ones at that. I am popular and can get gossip yes, but there is some gossip that can evade me. That's where girls like Karuizawa and Kikyo come into play. They can spread anything I need like wildfire and supply me with every and any information I need. They also serve as perfect meat shields and pawns that are expendable. In a game of chess, some players might throw their pawns at an enemy to kill one piece. Sacrificing three pawns to take one rook is not worth the cost. It immobilizes you later in the game and you are far easier to pin down and thrusted into Checkmate. When playing with things that are expendable, you must take a stance to keep them all in your hand and only dispose of them when you deem them useless, disloyal, or if you are truly desperate. I have never been truly pushed that far, but to me, it has always been a possibility. But sometimes, emotion trumps reason.

I'm not an emotional person, no, but sometimes, my curiosity can prove to be malicious. Sometimes I...hurt people because I'm interested in what would happen. It's not too frequent but sometimes it breaks through.

Flashback

I stood in the sterile white room, watching over the trembling child in front of me. His hands were covering his head in a fetal position on the floor. He had attempted to challenge me and tried to goad me on wherever he could. I got a bit curious. One way to make someone go crazy is to make them think they are losing it. Misplacing objects, writing messages then making them "disappear". Making people seem crazy to others also worked. They will begin telling the person they are losing it which contributes to it, and it snowballs.

The 9 year old trembling on the ground in front of me was an example. I was curious what he would do once he reached his limit.

Tetsuda: You! What have you done to me?!

Ayanokoji: Nothing, nothing at all. Are you sure you aren't going crazy? After all, these white walls can make people go crazy and paired with the curriculum, the strain on your body was simply too much. I'll report to the instructor and you can seek treatment. Of course, you would have to drop out and be deemed a failure. Who knows what would happen to you after that though.

Tetsuda stood up with tears running down his face. He ran over and grabbed the hem of my clothes and began screaming in my face.

Tetsuda: No, shut up! Shut up! I'm fine, I can do this! I'm not a failure!

???: Get the instructor!

Presentkoji: Hmm? Why can't I see their face...it's like a blur...

Tetsuda: N-no, don't do it , please, no!

Ayanokoji: Go get the instructor.

Tetsuda: N-no, please, no!

This person looked maybe like a boy, ran over to the instructor and started telling the instructor what's happening.

Instructor: Tetsuda, come here.

Tetsuda: No, you can't make me!

Instructor: Then you leave me no choice.

The Instructor ran over and grabbed at Tetsuda who dodged the hands. The two began to fight, Tetsuda fighting for his life.

Instructor: I see, you know what. You are just another failure.

The Instructor removed a taser from his pocket and shot at Tetsuda who went down. His body began to twitch as he lost consciousness. Our eyes locked in his last moments and then he seemed to realize it as I gave him a knowing look. Tears streamed down his face and a light whimper escaped his throat as he was dragged away out of the room...

Return to present

I felt a stinging pain in my shoulder and I heard the ending of the lunch bell. It was lunch time, and I looked to my right to see Horikita removing her compass from my shoulder.

Horikita: You were zoning out. I had to get you back to reality somehow. What were you even thinking about?

Ayanokoji: Nothing,

Nothing at all

Author: Shorter chapter, I just wanted to do a chapter about Ayanokoji. He's been too lighthearted for what he's been doing, and at least to me, it feels kinda off, you know? Like it jumps form wholesome, to malicious, so I'm trying to establish the middle ground of, he does what needs to be done, but even he was effected in someway in the White Room, by gaining some malicious traits and basically sometimes going after people out of curiosity for how it will turn out. That's all from me, binging Total Drama Action right now. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Quick Update: Return of the Sick

Author: Sorry for no updates lately. Yes, yes it's been sad. Allergies have been attacking me as of late, and that, paired with a massive test I have coming up, and me binging tv shows, has done a number on me procrastinating and all that. So yeah, I'll be back soon, I just have to do somethings and get over the headaches I have. So have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 52: The Witness

Ayanokoji Pov
The bell rang and Horikita removed the compass from my shoulder. I saw Kikyo giving her the death eyes from afar and Hirata was advancing close to me at a quickening pace. I had to meet up with Ichinose however, and Hirata was not in the schedule.

Ayanokoji: Ok Horikita, let's go. Quickly.

Horikita: Quickly? Why?

I gestured to Hirata who was only two desks away. He was trying to keep a slow pace but you could see the will in his eyes to get close. I speed walked out of the class and practically sprinted through the halls. Ichinose could wait for me, but knowing her classmate Kanzaki, he wouldn't wait and would drag Ichinose away. Kanzaki was annoying that way. Someone who got in the way of me doing things with Ichinose and Class B. He was really defensive for his class, playing the knight to Ichinose's strategy. A powerful pawn in her arsenal, but an annoying one at that

A/N: If you couldn't tell, I do not like Kanzaki.

Horikita: Where are we going? Slow down!

Ayanokoji: The cafeteria, we're meeting with Ichinose to discuss the incident with Yamauchi and see if she can find a witness, what else would it be?

Horikita: I can't read your mind you know. I don't even have the faintest idea what goes on in your head.

Oh Horikita, you don't want to know. Horikita was struggling to keep up as we bolted through the halls and finally into the cafeteria. It was already filled with many students. I saw Sakayanagi and her gang at one table, and many other Class A students. Most of all, there were Kiryama and Nagumo who were sitting across from each other. Kiryama was giving Nagumo a glare while the latter turned his head up with a cocky smile. Kiryama's rivalry with Nagumo will soon reach a boiling point, in my opinion, and it can result in two extremes: Kiryama gives up and joins Nagumo, or Kiryama goes all out and attempts to expel Nagumo by force.

Ichinose: Yahoo, Ayanokoji-Kun, Horikita-San!

Horikita: Ichinose-San, Kanzaki-Kun.

Ichinose ran over to us while waving. She was attracting attention from everyone around us and I saw Sakayanagi staring over at the four of us gathering. This women did it on purpose. She wanted people to see and become curious about what we were talking about. Then that means Ichinose already found out one way or another that Yamauchi was being targeted and knew exactly why I was going to talk to her.

A/N: Ichinose is not a lightweight this time around

Ayanokoji: Ay you guys! How's it going?

Ichinose: Pretty good, how about you? I just talked to Mako and-

Kanzaki: Let's get down to business. You are asking about Yamauchi and asking if we can help you, right?

I'm going to wring this man's neck. I pretended to act shock as I slightly moved backwards. This gives people on the offense like Kanzaki the feeling of superiority. If I pretend to let him guide the conversation, he might make a move assuming he is in charge. But I was already two steps ahead.

Ayanokoji: Eh?! How did you two know?! Are you psychic or something?!

Ichinose: Hehe, I'm a psychic alright. How else do you think I'm a Class leader?

Kanzaki: The two of us, the psychics of Class B, pleased to meet your acquaintance.

Wow, he's capable of having fun I see. I never saw that one coming.

Horikita: How did you find out?

Ichinose: In all seriousness, Hoshinomya-Sensei was talking to us about it. She didn't realize what she was saying so I guess she wasn't not allowed to say it. It took me a second when I saw you and Ryuen arguing about it but I soon realized right after that. So since you were worried about that, I already took the liberty to thinking of ways to get witnesses!

Ayanokoji: And that was you running around screaming to get people's attention?

Ichinose: Yeah, it's efficient, no?

She was right and I noticed it. A few people were watching us from afar, the likes of Sakayanagi and Nagumo looking over. They both knew that since we are two members of different classes, our meeting must have something important to follow. Whether or not Sakayanagi knew of the incident, she will certainly know of it soon, and Nagumo definitely knows since he is the president. In the meantime, I took out my phone and went to the forums. Putting up a post there would gain traction and inevitably at least one person would join the cause. People hate Yamauchi but no one wants to see him expelled and arrested for a crime he might not have committed.

Ayanokoji: Ok, I just made a post on the school forums about it.

Kanzaki: Don't you think it could garner negative attention as well? People despise Yamauchi, am t want him dead and this is the opportunity.

Horikita: That is true, but there are many bleeding hearts like Ayanokoji-Kun, and Ichinose-San. So some will try and lend a hand to help the case even if some try to hinder us.

Sakayanagi: Why hello there Ichinose-San, Ayanokoji-Kun~

Ayanokoji: Sakayanagi-San, to what do we owe the pleasure of you visiting us?

Sakayanagi: So formal of you. Though eavesdropping is not an honorable trait, I have heard about the incident with Yamauchi and Manabe. I wanted to come clean, my conscience could not bear the guilt. If I were to withhold such information from you, I might jus be crushed with guilt~

She nodded her head to Kamuro who was hiding behind her.

Kamuro: Yeah, whatever Loli.

Ichinose: Thank you for coming clean I guess! If you find a witness, please tell us, it would be a real help.

Hashimoto: Sure Strawberry Girl, we will alert you. See ya around.

The three Sakatards bowed out and walked away and out of the cafeteria. We were getting even more eyes on us now since three of the four class leaders had just met up. I felt a gaze on me and I looked but saw no one in the densely packed crowd. Strange. Whoever this person is has been practicing their sneaking skills and their ability to hide. If it weren't for the crowd though, I would have seen them. No one can out sneak me.

Kanzaki: That was odd...

Horikita: Sakayanagi is a strange one indeed.

Ayanokoji: Oh yeah, Ichinose-San, for your help, can I give you some points? It doesn't feel right having you work for nothing!

Ichinose: Awh thanks Ayanokoji-Kun!

I began to transfer some money, 10,000 points. As I was doing it, Ichinose wa pressing up against me. I felt her holy planets on my arm. They were soft like some lavish blankets I saw at the store a few days ago. As I was transferring the money, I noticed her account balance: 5,000,000 private points.

5,000,000? That is a large amount...Ichinose removed herself from my arm and smiled at the two of us, Horikita and I, before she and Kanzaki walked away...

Kushida Pov

I don't know why, but when I saw Kiyotaka and Ichinose sitting so close to each other, I felt a sudden pang of jealousy. Part of me wanted to bitch slap her right then and there. Of course, I had an act to keep up, but still. My emotions were raw but I have control. Many people have no control over their emotions and let them run free. Those people go to anger management. I, through years of practice, have learned to control my emotions. I know when and where to release my rage, my sadness, my happiness. But this jealousy was hard to control for me. I wonder what those four were talking about though. That Kanzaki asshole was there so it was probably a class thing. But what if it wasn't? If so, why was Ichinose touching Kiyotaka that way. Bleh, keep my mind off of that! Head in the game Kikyo! For now, I need to make a bet with Horikita

So I can crush and expel her

Author: Posting about my allergies on Wattpad makes me feel better real nice I guess. I was talking to some people and they said I have the weakest immune system when it comes to catching things, but I bounce back the quickest. To those who know what Kushida may or may not become, she will be tame. That's all from me for now, mentally psyching up for the next volume of the real series not my bootleg fan fiction! Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 53: Evidence

Ayanokoji Pov
The moon rose on another night at ANHS. Our search for the witness had been unsuccessful so far, the only thing people could contribute was by liking the post and making it viewed by more people. In the meantime, we searched around but we found no witness. But that's not to say I didn't notice things. Kamuro from Class A had acted strange when Sakayanagi had approached us. Kamuro hid behind the small individual as if that could hide her.

Ring

My doorbell rang. It was around 8 at night, and people usually doesn't show up to my dorm at this time. I opened the door and before I could say anything, my guest walked in.

Kikyo: Hey Kiyotaka-Kun, how's it going? I need to vent so sit the fuck down and listen, ok?

Ayanokoji: Good evening to you too. I'll get some drinks for you.

Kikyo: At least you are a good host. The bare minimum.

Ayanokoji: We're talking bare minimum here? You, as the guest, should not walk right past me and open the door. The bare minimum is to ask to come in.

Kikyo rolled her eyes

Kikyo: Fine, can I come in?

Ayanokoji: Yes, yes you can.

Kikyo: Why must you be this way?

Ayanokoji: No, why must you be this way?

Kikyo: Tch, well Mr. Host, the BARE MINIMUM is to get drinks for your guests. So, off you go!

I walked into the kitchen and began to make some coffee and tea. I purposefully used a tea that was known for its ability to calm people down. Rose Tea is one of the most popular teas that can calm a person down by releasing a chemical into the brain that will help get rid of anxiety. In this case, Kikyo was going to need it as I could hear her shouting from the other room already.

Kikyo: Damn that bitch Karuziawa! She's such a judgmental bitch, she needs to learn to shut her dick sucking lips once in her pitiful fucking life!

Ayanokoji: Mm, is that so? I agree, she needs to shut the fuck up sometimes.

Kikyo: Sometimes? No, that ugly bitch should never speak ever-a-fucking gain! And that small dick Ike always asks me,"Kushida-Chan, want to visit Haruki together and grab a drink after?" Like shut the fuck up you stupid fuck!

I walked into the room and handed her the tea which she snatched right out of my hand and started drinking it.

Ayanokoji: That isn't very polite.

Kikyo: Oh go jump off a cliff. I saw you with Ichinose and Horikita. Quite a playboy I see...

Ayanokoji: I'm not interested in either of them. I just need to save that waste of space to save the class. Are you perhaps jealous?

Kikyo: Get over yourself or else I'm going to drug your coffee or something.

Ayanokoji: What the-don't you think that's going too far?

Kikyo: Hm, I don't think so! Because you are such a playboy, that would be your well-deserved karma!

Ayanokoji: You're jelly...

Kikyo: I'm not!

Ayanokoji: Jelly, you are soooo jelly!

Kikyo: Watch your drink then Kiyotaka-Kun! Karma is a real ugly bitch.

Ayanokoji: So I'm looking at karma right now?

Kikyo: You asshole!

Kikyo leapt up and started chasing me as I started running as well. The two of us were running around my coffee table as Kikyo was swinging her arms trying to hit me while I was sprinting just out of her reach for fun.

Ring

Another visitor? Kikyo and I both stopped dead in our tracks and looked at the door.

Ayanokoji: I wonder who that is...

Kikyo: Shit, where do I hide?!

Ayanokoji: The closet, get in the closet!

Kikyo ran over and gently opened and closed the closet. I walked to the door and opened it, but no one was there. On the ground was a camera and a note attached to the camera. Ooh, spoopy.

The note said,"Check the reel, it contains the answers you need to save Yamauchi."

I picked up the camera and found a purple hair on the camera. There are only a few students with purple hair, but I know who this hair belongs to: Kamuro of Class A.

Kikyo: Hey, is anyone out there?

Ayanokoji: There isn't for now. And you aren't supposed to speak.

Kikyo: Whatever.

Kikyo walked out of the closet with a slight blush on her face and then she sat down on the bed. I sent a message to Sakayanagi in the meantime.

Ayanokoji: I need Kamuro's phone number please.

Loli-Chan: Do you have a crush on her? If so, I cannot allow that relationship with my dear friend Masumi~

Ayanokoji: No I need to talk to her about something she gave me. Can I have her number?

Loli-Chan: Oh she gave you her precious camera? I suppose it is of importance then. She said she was sick and didn't come with Hashimoto and I to karaoke. Here you go.

Sakayanagi sent Kamuro's number and I typed it into my contacts and sent Kamuro a message, telling her to come over.

Ayanokoji: Alright Kikyo, it's time for you to go. I'm having a visitor over.

Kikyo: Huh? Can't I just hide in your closet again?

Ayanokoji: It's already late, if you stay you might have to sleepover again.

Kikyo: I kinda want to...

Ayanokoji: What was that?

Kikyo: Nothing! I'll see you tomorrow!

Kikyo walked out of the room and closed the door behind her. A few minutes later, I heard a ring at the door. I opened it to see Kamuro at the door.

Kamuro: Can I come in?

Ayanokoji: Yes you can, thank you for coming Kamuro-San.

Kamuro: Erm, what do you need?

Kamuro sat down on my bed and tried to look into my eyes but looked away and at the wall.

Ayanokoji: So I got a camera from somebody. Do you recognize the camera or know the owner?

I placed the camera in front of her and she shook her head.

Kamuro: No, I don't know who the owner of it is, sorry.

Ayanokoji: Really? Then why did I find a purple hair on the camera?

I showed her the small purple hair and her eyes widened. It was the same shade as her hair:

Ayanokoji: Recognize it? Didn't you also tell Sakayanagi you were sick? So then why are you here?

Kamuro: What the-damn that loli! She told you that?

Ayanokoji: Yeah, she did. Why were you so nervous about coming forward though? You were there when we asked. Yamauchi could have been expelled!

Kamuro: I gave you the camera though right? And I don't like drawing too much attention to myself. I don't like people knowing all about me like how people know all about people like you and Ryuen. I just like to blend in and do my own thing.

Ayanokoji: Ok well thank you. But Kamuro, I don't think you're weird for whatever thing you do on the rooftop. I think you're pretty cool actually.

Kamuro: Ok? Well I'm gonna go now. See ya.

Kamuro left the room with a tint of red on her cheeks and I saw her out. Down the hall, I felt a presence watching me. I turned to look, but no one was there. I pulled out my phone one more time when I got back inside and plugged the usb chip from the camera into my laptop I had bought earlier in the year ( A/N: Plot convenience Fireworks)

The video played form behind a corner where Kamuro was holding the camera and filming as Ishizaki was beating up Yamauchi. He grabbed Yamauchi's hand and started caressing Manabe's thighs with it.

Ishizaki: Oh yeah, don't you like touching her thicc thighs. This fat ass.

Manabe: Hey! Fat wasn't in the script!

Komiya: Sorry...

I sent the video over to Karuizawa and called her

Pawnuizawa: Why did you send me this?

Ayanokoji: I want your login info for the school forums and I want you to post this video in an hour.

Pawnuizawa: Why? Couldn't you just use this in the trial and get Ishizaki and the others expelled?

Ayanokoji: I could...but they have some uses.

Pawnuizawa: You are a sick freak. What made you this way?

Ayanokoji: Story for another day.

Pawnuizawa: Wow I almost pity you.

Ayanokoji: Almost? And I pity you for the record.

Pawnuizawa: Whatever, I'll do it.

She hung up the phone and sent me her login information. Good, I might need that in the future. I went to the forum a few minutes later and saw Karuizawa had made a post with the video and I saw some comments on it while I was doing laundry. Huh, a pair of my underwear went missing...

Pepper: Bro wtf!

Strawberry_Enjoyer: Oh my god! Why would they have done this?!

YourfavMako: Even if he is a creep I hope he's alright!

I then went to my email and sent Ryuen the video under the title of X.

X: Withdraw the complaint or your lackeys will be expelled.

Attachment: One Video

Ryuen: I see how it is. Fine, I'll withdraw the complaint, now take down the fucking video.

I messaged Karuizawa to kill the post and seconds later the post disappeared, like it never existed. The school still has the footage, but with no evidence, no one is getting expelled. Of course, I still have the video. I'll only use it if I get desperate. But I won't need it. Ryuen may be strong-

But he is nowhere close to me

I am the elite of the classroom

Author: Hello there. Nothing much to say, I've just been chilling. Gonna finish off Paper Shuffle in the next three chapters? Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 53.5: Grotesque Love

Kushida Pov
I moved into Kiyotaka's closet as he went to open the door for whoever was ringing the doorbell. I pressed low to the floor of the closet as I heard the front door open up. If I were caught here, rumors would definitely spread that Kiyotaka and I were in a secret relationship and then there is a chance our popularity would tank. Much like idols can't date lest their popularity drops, the same rule applies for popular people.

As I pressed into the floor, I began to level my breathing when I smelt it, the same smell at the sleepover here in this dorm: Kiyotaka's scent. It was in the bed I had slept in, and in the closet where I was hiding. It was so good! Without thinking, I moved towards the hamper that was in the closet. I peeked in and the wonderful scent wafted out from it. I reached in and picked something out: A pair of underwear, specifically Kiyotaka's underwear!

A/N: Seriously wtf am I writing?!

I smelt it and even thought it had the scent of detergent, it still smelled of Kiyotaka. I could feel my face flush as I put the underwear into my skirt pocket and breathed deeply to calm myself down.

Kushida: Kikyo, what are you doing?! You just stole a boys underwear!

Hornyshida: Oh but even you can't deny he is cute as fuck! He's smart, strong, real handsome, and a real cutie! He wouldn't notice one pair going missing anyways would he? Just embrace it!

Kushdia: Get a fucking grip! I should not be doing this, and I should put them back where they belong!

Hornyshida: But when else will you have this chance? Just take it! Pleeaaaase. Preeetty pleaaaaaase.

Why do I even want these so much? Fine I'll take them. It won't hurt anyone. Why is it so quiet out there?

Same dialogue as next chapter, I'm just Lazy Author today soooooo

I walked out of the room and closed the door behind me. But instead of heading right to the elevator, I took a left and reached the end of the hall. There was a small nook where I hid and began to watch the doors like a hawk. Finally, the bitch showed up.

Kamuro Masumi, Class 1-A. She works for Sakayanagi I think. Why is she at Kiyotaka's room? Are both of them perhaps? No, no that isn't a thing.

I stayed outside for a few minutes and eventually saw Kamuro leave the room. I could see a small blush tinting her cheeks. Just what the fuck happened in there! If I had no cares, I would rush in and ask him but then he would know I was stalking-no watching him. He saw her out and looked over and I threw myself behind the wall. Had he seen me?

I heard his door shut and I peaked around the corner to see he had gone in. I crept to the elevator and into my room where I went to bed with. Teddy bear Mii-Chan gave me. I held the bear close and I for some reason thought it was Kiyotaka. I hugged it tighter against my chess as I stood up and placed the stolen prize at the bottom of my panty drawer. No one would go through there so it would be safe. Now the bear smelled of Kiyotaka. I don't know what I'm doing right now. These feelings for Kiyotaka are so weird. I don't know what im feeling.

This requires more research

Lazy Author: Seriously, what the fyuck did o just make? Frankenstein's Yandere be like. Idk how to feel about it but full steam ahead! Let's see if I crash into the wall! Apologies if anything in this made you uncomfortable, and if you or someone you know is having someone act this way towards them, find a way to fix that situation. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 54: Moving Foward

Ayanokoji Pov
It was a few days after the mock exam had happened. Yamauchi returned to class almost fully healed with only slight injuries, and everyone that opposed helping him apologized. It was a shock to many that Yamauchi wasn't actually guilty of the crime, and that Manabe and Ishizaki framed him. But everyone knew it was Ryuen who put the hit out, but there was no conclusive evidence that pointed to Ryuen's hand in the cookie jar that was Yamauchi's ass.

Horikita: So, how did you do it?

Ayanokoji: What do you mean?

Horikita turned in her seat to face me as she put her book down. Her black hair whipped around when she turned and it was like bunches of black thread flew around.

Horikita: How did you get the video of the incident with Yamauchi and Ishizaki?

Ayanokoji: I'm afraid I have no idea what you mean. You should ask Karuizawa since she posted it.

I nodded over to Karuizawa who noticed and gave me a knowing look after looking Horikita. Karuziawa is perceptive, you have to give her that credit. At least her hatred of me is filled down for pity of me. I don't really care though. I have plans to mold her into my perfect pawn.

Horikita: What was Karuizawa doing on the rooftop I wonder?

Ayanokoji: Maybe she was taking a video or going to meet up with Hirata up there? The only worrying thing is that she didn't present it when I first asked about it to the class.

Sorry Karuizawa, I hav wit throw you under the bus for my safety here. I could tell Horikita I gave the video to her, but then she would ask why I was on the rooftop. Unless I betrayed Kamuro, Horikita would believe I withheld the information for some sick fantasy .

Horikita: I suppose she may have felt nervous and didn't want people to know she was on the rooftop that night.

Ayanokoji: True, people would ask why she didn't report it right away and instead waited until someone else brought it up to the class.

???: Alright students, quiet down. There is something important on the agenda to discuss and we do not have much time to unpack it, so listen close.

The bell rang and in came Chabashira-Sensei with a massive poster rolled up in her hand. She placed it on the marker tray on the board and then turned around.

Chabashira: As we discussed a few days ago, Class C has withdrew their complaint and Yamauchi has just returned to class today. Yamauchi has already taken the exam from the nurses office.

Yamauchi as Chabashira looked over at him. When she mentioned Class C withdrew their complaint, she looked at me with an amused look, to which I responded with an eye roll. She acts like she is surprised that I'm helping even though her big boob self blackmailed into it. I would do it anyways, but it's still a hassle. Who knows what she would ask of me beyond this...I'm tired just thinking about it.

Chabashira: Pertaining to that exam, the results have been released.

She took the posted and tacked it up onto the board. There were results for the pairings for the exam. We divided it into 4 groups of ten for different scoring levels, ranging from 100 to 1. I saw my score of hundred paired with Hondo's score of 1. Horikita was paired with Ken, Hirata with Yamauchi, Kikyo with Ike to name a few pairs. I noticed Kikyo staring at me earlier today. Did I do something wrong? She's probably just mad that I shoved her out of my room.

Chabashira: Paper Shuffle is coming soon so study the material we have been covering over the past few months. Your class has already submitted their questions to me so now study all the material until the day of the test where you will be taking Class C's questions. That is all for homeroom. Prepare for your next class.

Chabashira-Sensei left the room and I and Hirata went up to the board at the same time.

Ayanokoji: Everyone, I think we should take the remaining time to familiarize ourselves with our partners!

Hirata: That sounds good to me!

I could see Kikyo give me the death eyes as she looked at Ike who was trying to give her a sexy look. Nonetheless, she stood up and had to act her part.

Kikyo: Ok let's do it! That way, we can make sure we don't have problems studying together!

Everyone began to group up as I went over to Hondo and we began to talk...

Horikita Pov
I excused myself from Sudo and went to the bathroom. Both of us were on good terms so I see no reason why I have to stay. I enter the bathroom and did my business in the stall before standing up and washing my hands. I heard the door open. Why do I hear boss music?

Kushida: Is anyone in the bathroom here?

No one responded since no one else was in the bathroom. Kushida giggled as she locked the bathroom door and turned to face me.

Kushida: Well here's the bitch who has been on my mind for the past few days!

Horikita: Kushida-San, what do you want?

Kushida: You think you're so smart don't you, you ugly bitch!

Horikita: So what if I do? What does that have to do with anything?

Kushida: Y'know, I was thinking: Couldn't I just sabotage and bully you? If you killed yourself, then you would be out of my way, right?

Horikita: I am not weak enough to do that. I won't die until I reach Class A.

Kushida: Let's make a bet!

Horikita: A bet?

Kushida: Yes you dumb bitch, a bet. If one of us gets a higher score on the history test, then the other has to do the winners will, no matter what it is. If I win, you have to drop out of this school, and never return.

Horikita: And if I win? I assume I can put my own reward on it? If I win, you have to stop sabotaging me, and work with me for the good of the class.

Kushida: I agree! Gets ready to pack your bags to hitch, cause you will be leaving for good!

Kushdia pulled out her phone, typed something up, and then sent it to me. It was the contract with all our terms. I inspected it to make sure there was no tricky wording and it was clear. I signed it and Kushida smiled and pocketed her phone.

Kushida: All right, it's been fun taking to you!

Ayanokoji Pov
One thing I had taken into my plan was a definitive gamble, but I was 99% sure I was correct. I talked with Chabashira when handing in the questions for the exam.

Flashback

Ayanokoji: This is the revised copy of the questions for Class C! Here you go.

Chabashira-Sensei took it from me and placed it into her folder. I saw Hoshinomya-Sensei lurking in the back but what she heard didn't matter to me.

Ayanokoji: Did anyone else hand in questions here?

Chabashira: No, no one did.

Ayanokoji: Were you told to say that or is that the real truth?

Chabashira-Sensei narrowed her eyes.

Chabashira: If someone did tell me to say that, I would have to respect their privacy.

Ayanokoji: What would be the cost for me to hear the truth?

Chabashira: 50,000 points it would cost. Are you sure you want to do this? It's almost like you believe there is a traitor~

Ayanokoji: Chabashira-Sensei, I think you know that there is. Now I'll gladly pay up.

I transferred the points to her as she leaned out the window and looked at the cloudy sky.

Chabashira: Truthfully, no one told me that. No one brought it any questions other than you. It seems your traitor problem is fixing itself. Or was that you too?

Ayanokoji: Don't act like this isn't your problem as well. You want to reach Class A so a traitor isn't what you want is it?

Chabashira: It isn't, but what am I to do? Expel the traitor? I don't even know who they are!

Chabashira-Sensei chuckled as I rolled my eyes and walked away...

Return

It seems Koenji was aware of what I was doing and we were both on the same wave length. We both knew what was going to happen, but we want to keep the readers not knowing until the big twist! A/N: Shhhh, shut up!

I observed from the window a wasp attack a group of bees. The bees don't sting a wasp, no, they gather around the wasp and flap their wings, heating up the wasp until it dies. It reminds me of how even weak things like bees can kill a wasp in such a painful way.

Ryuen will be damned to the same fate

Author: Nothing to say here! I don't think there will be a chapter tomorrow sorry, I've got some thing I have to do and all that, you know how it is. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 55: Paper Shuffle

Ayanokoji Pov
The day of the Paper Shuffle arrived and everyone shuffled into class. I was paired with Hondo and we had already studied to our max capacity (I'm lazy that's why we are skipping over it) The day had arrived, where we would be receiving Class C's questions for the exam. I was confident in most everyone's abilities to pass the exam, so I was looking forward to see how the other classes would do and see who would rise higher and who would fall lower.

Everyone was doing last minute studying, I saw Horikita and Kikyo giving each other death glares. What happened there I wonder? Why, none other than those two must have established a bet. I know Kikyo had reached a boiling point with Horikita when Horikita started popping up more and more frequently in her venting sessions. It's not far off to assume that she went behind my back go get rid of Horikita. I assume Horikita had this covered, but if she didn't, then there would be no use to her. A loyal pawn is useless compared to a pawn with strength. I already had a plan to mold Kikyo to an even greater pawn. I'm not dense, I know Kikyo has a liking to me.

I'm her best friend, so all I have to do is be more friendly with her to join us in trust. When handling a best friend, people trust them most of all, and would never betray them. Getting Kikyo into a position where she views me as a full friend, she would be loyal like a dog, one I could send running with tennis balls and treats.

Chabashira-Sensei strode in with the papers in hand and gave the copies to the people in the front row, who then passed the papers back.

Chabashira: I hope you all studied adequately with your partners for the past few days. Remember, this exam sees at least two people expelled each year, primarily from Class D.

Everyone shivered and looked around, wondering if someone would be gone in a day or two. They were also wondering if they were next, if they would be packing their bags soon and getting on the next bus home.

Chabashira: You will now begin the exam. Begin!

Everyoen turned their paper over and began to write. I examined the test. It was child's play to me, but I could tell Class C had really pushed the limits for what they could and could not submit. I looked over at Koenji, and I saw him scanning over the test as well with a satisfied grin on his face. I was right then...

Haruka: Awah, that was sooo hard!

Airi: I-I'm worried for it. I th-think I got a good score though!

Keisei: Yes, even if you got a 40, I think I got high 80 range.

We all sat around the table in the cafeteria as we discussed the first part of the exams. We had taken half already and we're allowed our lunch break. Airi and Keisei had paired together so I was confident in them passing. Akito and Haruka were paired with above average students so I was sure they were also fine. Ken was with Horikita so he should also be fine, even if she lost to Kikyo, Ken would still pass and be fine. I was fine with Hondo, I was sure he would score at least a 50.

Haruka: Hey Kiyopon, how do you think you did?

Ayanokoji: Yeah, I think I'll be fine! Hondo and I studied together a lot so I'm sure both of us will do fine!

Ken: Horikita and I studied a lot so I think everyone in the group so safe then right?

Keisei: Don't rejoice too early, we still have many exams left to take. Who knows what tricks Class C has prepared for us.

Airi: The wording on some of t-those problems was so weird. I d-didn't know what was happening...

Ayanokoji: The good thing is, they weren't too unreasonable to understand. I could understand them, Keisei, what about you?

Keisei: I was able to understand the majority of them, but there were some tricky ones there.

I noticed some students walking back to class as we stood up and walked back to class...

It was finally after the exams. Everyone was happy and I saw Chabashira nod and leave the room.

Sato: Ayanokoji-Kun! Want to go shopping with us?

Sato walked over with her group f of friends-Karuizawa and Shinohara-and waved me over.

Ayanokoji: Ahaha, sorry I already promised to talk to someone, maybe next time!

Karuizawa: Ok! See ya around!

I noticed Koenji leave the room and I followe after, ignoring Kikyo's gaze on my back. I walked up to the rooftop after Koenji and leaned against the wall.

Ryuen: Kukuku, I was wondering when you would show up Mirror Boy.

Koenji: On the contrary, I believe I did not keep you waiting long, did I Dragon Boy?

Ryuen: Yeah, you didn't thanks. Now why are you here?

Koenji: You know very well why I was here. The sheets you gave me didn't match. The answer sheets and actual exam you gave me didn't match.

Ryuen: Yeah? What of it?

Koenji: What a funny dragon. Not like I didn't predict this.

Ryuen: Wait what?

Koenji: Oh, I would have thought you saw it coming. If you had listened to your subordinate, you would have realized before you came here.

Ryuen: Damnit Kaneda!

Koenji: I knew you had Kaneda make the tests to have me give to Milf-Sensei, but I also knew you wanted me gone, so I didn't do it. But you didn't see me seeing you coming! Isn't that right, Ayanokoji-Boy?

Ayanokoji: Ahaha, so you caught me huh?

I emerged from the corner and I saw Ryuen smirking at me while Koenji sat down on a bench staring at his hand mirror while playing with his hair.

Koenji: Ayanokoji-Boy figured it out as well, but your foolish misconception of me proved your undoing. Perhaps you should have not attempted to expel me!

Ryuen: Yeah yeah, I'll have fun with you later.

Ryuen walked over to the bench and ripped the mirror from Koenji, who sat there with a curious look. Ryuen smashed the mirror to the floor and laughed. Koenji smirked at me though and stood up, and walked away.

I smiled at Ryuen and walked after Koenji.

Ayanokoji: Koenji, why don't you care about the blackmail? You made an open move against Ryuen correct?

Koenji: Ayanokoji-Boy, you may not understand, but I can be hired anywhere I want to be. Even if it isn't the Koenji Corporation, I can take over any company. It's not a matter of how or when, but who I will take over. My first course of action when I leave this place, to assume me success...

I will kill my father

Author: Nothing to say this time around. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 56: Draconic Roar: Intermission

Ayanokoji Pov
The day where the results of Paper Shuffle being published had arrived. Everyone was in class a lot earlier than usual, and a sickly depression fell over the room. The sun was blocked by a cover of grayish clouds, threatening rain later. That's why I packed an umbrella in my bag.

Horikita: Do you think anyone will be expelled?

Horikita asked me from across the small area between us.

Ayanokoji: Yup! I bet everything will be fine. As long Yamauchi didn't think of Kikyo the whole exam.

I peaked over at Yamauchi who was staring at Kikyo with his lusty eyes. Kikyo wasn't even looking at him though; she was looking at Horikita and I, with a strange expression to me, and daggers to Horikita. Horikita took notice and practically snarled at her like a canine. I didn't know which subjects those two bet on, but I know that they certainly felt the tension. I heard the bell rang, followed by a menacing Chabashira-Sensei walk into the room. She visited a lot more with smirks on her face, compared to the bored version we had before. She was invested in this year, probably because we were in a game of Tug of War with Class C.

Chabashira: Settle down class, homeroom is starting.

Ayanokoji: Chabashira-Sensei, when will you be showing the results?

Chabashira: I was recommended to show the results at the end of this period, but I suppose you guys want to see the results now? Ayanokoji, how do you think the class did?

She leaned closer to my direction while she raised her eyebrow at me. I felt everyone's gaze look into my soul and I sighed inwardly.

Ayanokoji: I think we all passed! I believe that we all worked so, super duper hard, so I think we all did great on the exam!

I flashed the maiden slaying smile at the people in class which could capture the hearts of any maiden. It was a 3 Artifact-No, no it isn't.

Chabashira: I see...Horikita-San? What do you think?

Everyone turned to look at Horikita. Now that I think about it, Horikita looks like a younger version of Chabashira-Sensei.

Horikita: I think the class did well. Well enough to beat Class C that is. However, I can't speak for the whole class, I can say I for one have studied to get the best score I could.

Chabashira: I see. Without further ado, here are your results.

Chabashira put the chart up on the board and everyone peeked for their names. I scanned rapidly, Hondo and I got a 75 average in most of our subjects which was good. I then looked at everyone else; No one failed.

Chabashira: Rejoice Class D-or should I say C-or should I say B?

Karuizawa: Wait what?!

Mii-Chan: We...we're Class B?!

Chabashira: Yes, you beat Class C and Class A beat Class B. You lived up to the Class B position, a monumental feat for any class, especially Class D. So congratulations. But that does not mean you are any where close to Class A.

Class A had a 400 point lead on us and held the top position by a long shot. Not to mention, Class C is still behind us, with Class D having that passion to rise up, they have shown it before.

Chabashira: Do not rest on your laurels, Class B. That will Be all. See what I did there? I can be funny too...

Chabashira-Sensei mumbled as she left the room. Must have been Hoshinomya-Sensei so caused this...There was an uproar as people stood up and started cheering and clapping. Immediately, a crowd gathered around me.

Sato: Ayanokoji-Kun, you did it!

Shinohara: You got us to Class B!

Ike: And you even saved Haruki!

Yamauchi: Yeah thanks dude! You can be really cool sometimes...

Kikyo: Sometimes? He's really cool, all the time!

Hirata: You got that right. We can't thank you enough Ayanokoji-Kun!

I smiled at everyone(Ignoring the sound of the camera shutter) and looked around at everyone. Kikyo and every other girl had hearts in their eyes, and even the boys who were jealous of me were now staring with admiration. Oh yeah, this class belongs to me now...

Nagumo: Let's partaaaaay!

I sat in Nagumo-Senpai's room as he toasted with Asahina, Kiryama, and Ichinose. We all sat in the room on chairs as Asahina-Senpai poured drinks for us all. I had gotten some apple juice and Ichinose orange juice. Nagumo-Senpai was drinking sparkling water and so was Asahina-Senpai and Kiryama-Senpai.

Asahina: Ayanokoji-Kun, congrats! You are-or were, the first Class D in history to not have someone expelled to this exam!

Nagumo: Last year, there were two pairs expelled from Class D, one of them being their Class Leader!

Kiryama: Poor Itoki. He will be forever missed.

Asahina: Yeah, he was cute and all I guess.

Nagumo: Weren't you thirsting over him when you first saw him? I vividly remembered you saying something about his black hair and blue eyes, and how they were so cute~

Asahina: Oh, uh, I don't know what you mean!

Ichinose: Asahina-Senpai, you know lying is a bad thing right?

Asahina: You too Ichinose-Chan?! You weren't even around then, how would you know?!

Ichinose: Just a feeling.

Kiryama: I think she was interested though? I remember her saying how hot he was when I passed by once. Wasn't he secretly a drug dealer in middle school though?

Ayanokoji: How did he even get accepted? Don't tell me the Chairman took a bribe~

Ichinose: Oh my lord! Ayanokoji-Kun, I'm sure the Chairman isn't like that!

Ichinose giggled at me as she sipped her orange juice. She wore a white blouse and a blue skirt that complimented her eyes. Asahina-Senpai sat next to her. There were photos on the wall of Nagumo with his friends, girls, etc. There were also plushies on the wall. Are they from someone else he knows? I sensed a sadness from Ichinose however. We were celebrating my victory, when she just suffered a loss. She was happy for me, I saw no signs of faking that, but there was that underlying sadness.

Nagumo: Mmm, let's play Spin the Bottle!

Kiryama: Nagumo, sit down right here and now. We aren't playing Spin the Bottle with first years.

Asahina: Say Miyabi, he said with some first years. Does that mean if we brought someone like Mida here, you would play?

Ayanokoji: No, Kiryama-Senpai over here is too innocent for Spin the Bottle. He wants to play something like Monopoly!

Kiryama: Don't put words on my mouth. But yes, I do like Monopoly.

We played Monopoly for a few hours, me winning of course cause I'm legit that way. We dispersed from the room, and Ichinose and I got into the elevator together.

Ayanokoji: So Ichinose-San, how is your class doing?

Ichinose: Well you know, nervous a bit. After Chie-Sensei told us we were demoted, a lot of us got worried. Ryuji got impatient with it all and he and Himeno just watched me try to get control. It was a bit chaotic but I calmed everyone down luckily!

Ayanokoji: Phew, that's good! I was afraid my class and your class having such changes might things and but, it seems ok!

Ichinose: Ayanokoji-Kun, you tease! Yeah, everything's fine though!

We got outside as the rain began to start. It was a downpour, soaking everything in sight.

Ichinose: Rain? I didn't know there was rain coming...I can't keep Mako waiting...

Ichinose extended her hand to the rain where it was wet. She withdrew her hand and looked down with a sad expression. She forgot her umbrella.

Ayanokoji: Here Ichinose-San, you can have my umbrella!

Ichinose: Really, are you sure?

Ayanokoji: You're meeting up with somebody soon so you're gonna need it. Besides, the dorms are close! I'll be fine.

Ichinose: If you say so. Thank you Ayanokoji-Kun!

I wish I kept the umbrella. The quickest route to the dorm was blocked by construction and I got drenched when I had to take the long way. I felt a presence in the rain but I couldn't see anyone. Whoever this is is a really good at evading at my sight. I sat down on the edge of my tub. I suppose I'll take a shower...

Author: The end of Volume 6 Paper Shuffle! Going into Culture Festival and the Ryuen vs Ayanokoji coming soon to theaters near you! Releasing the SS stuff later! Also, is it just me, or have none of the stories in my library from other authors been updated for the past few days. I've had no content to read, I'm dying over here! If you have any recommendations, pleaaase, I need them! Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Sickkoji=CuteKoji? SS

Ayanokoji Pov
40 degrees...That was my current temperature. I had never been exposed to such sickness due to the sterile place I lived in and the antibiotics we were given in our tasteless meals. I was in my bed with a headache and my muscles severely weakened. It was from the rain yesterday, I got sick after having to run through the rain for so long. Guess I have to email Chabashira-Sensei...

Ayanokoji: Dear Chabashira-Sensei:

I am sick and unable to attend classes today. Will the class be losing points?

Chabashira: No, the class will not lose points for this. Make sure to get medicine and I hope you feel better soon.

A day off I guess...I stood up and almost immediately had to sit back down. This sickness was debilitating for some reason... A/N: Duh, we are taking the Slice of Life sickness route!

I stood up and managed to get a can of soup and made some for myself. I slurped the whole thing down within minutes and went back to bed. Time to take a nap...

Ring

It was a few hours later when my doorbell rang and I stood up to open it. At the door was none other than Kikyo and my friends of Airi, Akito, etc.

Ayanokoji: Bleh, oh hey guys.

Kikyo: Oh Kiyotaka-Kun! You don't look too good...

Akito: Yeah you look like trash right now.

Haruka: Miyachhi don't be mean to my precious Kiyopon!

Ken: Awh c'mon Haruka he didn't mean it!

Ayanokoji: Heh, yeah it's fine.

Haruka: Oh my baby! My poor babies sick! Leave it to momma to take care of you!

Akito: Haruka, what are you doing? And who is the father?!

Haruka: Miyachhi, there comes a time in your life when you need to learn to stop asking questions.

Airi: H-Haruka, who is our dad?

Kikyo: Jeez, you guys are fun!

I could feel the sarcasm leaking from Kikyo, but it seemed unnoticed by the others. Kikyo walked in with the the others and pushed me onto the bed.

Ayanokoji: Kikyo, wha-

Kikyo: Kiyotaka-Kun, you're sick, so let me take care of you! What's your temperature?

Ayanokoji: Somewhere around 40?

Kikyo's eyes widened.

Kikyo: When did you use a thermometer. That's pretty high...

Keisei: At this temperature, you really need to stay inside Kiyotaka. Have you taken any medication?

Ayanokoji: No, nothing. I had soup earlier though!

Haruka: Good thing I bought good medicine!

Kikyo: I'll go get some water!

Ring

Keisei: Who is that I wonder?

Keisei opened the door and it was like a flood. Girls poured into the room with large shopping bags and they all crowded skeins my bed. Haruka got shoved to the floor and Ken got pushed against the wall. I even saw Yamauchi and other boys had brought medicine and were astounded by the amount of girls. Ichinose sat at the edge of my bed with tears in her eyes.

Ichinose: Ayanokoji-Kun, I'm so sorry! You probably got sick in the rain because of me!

Ayanokoji: Oh it's ok Ichinose-San! Besides it isn't too bad!

Kikyo: 40 fever...

Kikyo coughed loud enough for everyone to hear and everyone shouted out loud.

Sato: Here's some medicine!

Shiina: Oh uh, I brought books!

Kamuro: Why though?

Shiina: Ayanokoji-Kun and I are friends!

Kamuro: That womanizer.

Kikyo: Alright everyone, calm down! Kiyotaka needs his rest so leave your donations at the door please!

Mii-Chan: Ok!

Everyone left their donations at the dot and proceeded to wish me well. A few minutes later, they were all gone except for Kikyo.

Kikyo: Kiyotaka-Kun, you should get some sleep. You still don't look too good, but I'll stay with you to help you get better.

Ayanokoji: Are you sure? You might get sick from me-

Kikyo put her finger to my lips and shushed me.

Kikyo: No it's fine Kiyotaka-Kun! I'll help you get back right into tip-top shape! Oh yeah, and then I need to vent to you. So get better soon.

I closed my eyes and began to try and fall asleep. As I feel asleep, I thought I could feel the bed shift. Must be my imagination...

Kushida Pov
Kiyotaka was so cute right now! The way he needed me for everything was so weirdly satisfying to me, it made me feel like I was in control where he had been in control before. I went into the kitchen and started cleaning up the dishes from his soup and other things. I took this time to look through the cabinets as well to find out what food he likes to eat. Spicy and Sweet foods I see...Good to know! What's not good to know is the amount of girls after him. I don't know why I'm jealous or why I'm so interested in learning more about him. I was watching him the past few days to learn more about him. He really is amazing...

I moved towards the bed and without thinking, for under the covers. I could feel him stir a bit, but only for a minute as he fell asleep. He was cute that way. He shifted around a bit and then settled back down. I was kind of jealous of Horikita. She was smart, athletic, and sits next to Kiyotaka. Again, why am I so jealous?

I stood up and patted him on the head as I walked away, engraving that image into my mind. Maybe taking a picture or two, Whistle.

Just what is happening to me?

Author: Me banging my head into the wall right now. Nothing more to say I guess lol. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Sickkoji to Ayanokoji: The Angel vs. The Book Worm SS

Ayanokoji Pov
Ayanokoji: Mmm...Ugh, what time is it?

I unconsciously spoke to myself as I woke up. I was sick and got to take a nap all day. I looked over to see my alarm clock display 6:30 at night. I fell asleep at 3:56 I think? I've been sleeping this long for a nap it seems. Beside the alarm clock, I saw Kikyo who was scrolling through her phone with a smile on her face. She had a blush as well.

What was she looking at, Hentai?

She looked up and noticed me after I spoke and she stood up and walked over to me. The bed was really, really warm. Like two people slept in it. But I was also really hot at the moment. Currently, my body is in a fight with the fever inside of me. The body heats up when fighting the disease so to kill the said disease and my body was no different.

Kikyo: Hey, you. You're finally awake. You were trying to cross the border, right? Walked right into that Imperial ambush, same as us, and that thief over there.

Ayanokoji: What? Border?

Kikyo: Uhh, I never mentioned anything about a border? I said you were finally awake, and I borderline thought you died. Anyways, how are you feeling?

Ayanokoji: I think I'm feeling pretty good. But my head still hurts and-

Kikyo: Say no more! You have a cute girl to watch over and help you!

Ayanokoji: I see no cute girl here.

Kikyo: You are lucky that you're my friend you know that?

Ayanokoji: Sure. You do know I'm gonna abuse that later?

Kikyo: Yes, and one day you will be punished dearly. Anyways, what do you want to eat?

Ayanokoji: More soup maybe?

Kikyo: Are you sure, I can always make something like...oh wait I am not a good cook.

Ayanokoji: Maybe I can teach you sometime or something. But yeah, soup is fine for me.

Kikyo: Welp, if you say so!

She walked into the kitchen and began to make the soup while I shifted around in the bed. I smelled around and I could smell perfume but my nose was too congested for me to make any inference on to whom the perfume belonged. I looked around and saw the still large pile of medicine the many girls brought for me. I'm going to have to sort it all somewhere, with space I don't have! I checked my phone and saw a swarm of messages from girls and guys alike. Ever since I helped save Yamauchi by keeping Class B together, many boys started to like me and not hate me. Of course, they were still jealous, but they were all bugs compared to me, the great AyanoGOD! I also saw a text from Horikita that piqued my interest:

Horibitch: Get well soon and come back to class soon️

Horibitch: Sorry I meant . That's the closest I could find to a hand with missing fingers so that's what is going to happen if you don't come back soon.

Ayanokoji: Jeez ok! I'll come back soon, did you miss me that much?

Horibitch: Burn in hell.

I put my phone down after answering more messages. It was work to be popular I guess. In the meantime, Kikyo returned with some soup.

Ayanokoji: Thanks for the meal.

I dug in and...it was pretty good. It wasn't nearly as good as when I made it and this soup was the same brand and same type of soup. I wonder why it tasted so good. Probably cause it was made by a cute girl with big boobies.

Kikyo: You better not be having perverted thoughts about me. Or else I will put chili powder in your soup.

Ayanokoji: I was not! And why do I think you would actually do it?

Kikyo: Because I am not a pussy! Unlike the ugly bitch we call Horikita.

Ayanokoji: Why mention her now?

Kikyo: Well her fat ass comes over here while you're napping and has the audacity to try and wake you up! Of course I told her ugly ass off, but she said,"Tell me when he wakes up again and make sure he can come back to class soon." Like nobody asked you, you dumb stupid ass bitch faced ugly pig! I hope she gets the Black Plague or something and chokes on the her own foot!

Ayanokoji: Uh, ok. Good for you?

Kikyo: I hope you choke on that soup!

Ayanokoji: What for?

Kikyo: For making me take care of you! I could have been out at karaoke but noooo I'm with your snotty ass!

Ayanokoji: I didn't make you volunteer at all! But it is a plus, I get a cute girl to make me food and-

Kikyo: I'm going to stop you before I slap you so hard you look like a pufferfish on helium.

She was blushing and she stood up to go to the bathroom. In the meantime, I sent Manabitch a message as X.

Bigfoot: Stay tuned to see what he sent her!

Ant: Was it nudes?

Author: No?

Coincidentally, there was knock on the door.

Kikyo was in the bathroom so I stood up and opened it to see my book buddy Shiina.

Shiina: Oh hey Ayanokoji-Kun! I was wondering if you wanted to read together. It's been awhile and I found a new book we could read together!

Ayanokoji: Oh hey Shiina. What book did you want to read?

Shiina: This new series I found Dangonronpa!

Author: I fell down the rabbit hole ok?

Ayanokoji: Sure I have no problem. Let's get started!

Shiina: Oh wow, you have a lot of medicine in here. I guess all your friends were worried about you huh?

Kikyo: Oh, Kiyotaka-Kun, I see Shiina-San is here?

She said this in a suggestive way with an eyebrow raised. What did she expect?

Ayanokoji: Yeah, this is my book buddy, we like to read together.

Kikyo: It seems being sick fried your brain; Of course I know what a book buddy is! I'm Kushida Kikyo!

Shiina: I'm Shiina Hiyori!

I could feel Kikyo giving daggers at Shiina who responded with toothpicks. Both of them were my best friends kinda, so then fighting a bit makes sense...Why do I feel such a chill though?

Author: Amazing I know. I said Shiina was giving toothpicks cause she doesn't realize she likes our main man, more like he is one of her favorite people and she likes him but doesn't know to what extent. Our girl Kushida is a batshit crazy Yandere. Anyhow, that's basically it! Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 57: Butler vs Maids: Battle of Horny Island

Ayanokoji Pov
The snow fell over the school as students rushed into the school. I had finally recovered from the common cold after a day and a half of napping. Kikyo, Shiina, and many other people from all the classes. Ichinose commonly visited me and apologized every time for taking my umbrella. She should be sorry! They cold was the worst. My eyes were itchy and puffy as if I cried myself down a river-and I can't even cry. My nose was stuffed up like a piñata and it was leaking snot all the time, causing me to have a pile of used tissues. That's the difference between Yamauchi and I. His tissues were for Kikyo, nine were for me. Well, I have been thinking about doing that thing...After all, who cares what happens to a few tissues?

Sotomura: Ayanokoji-Dono, have you watched the anime I recommend to you?

Ayanokoji: Hm? Naruto right? Yeah it was really good! I'm around the arc where they have to chase Sasuke down.

Sotomura: The Retrieval Arc I believe! I might be wrong, it's been awhile since I have returned to the series so yeah.

Sato: Heeeey Ayanokoji-Kun! I was wondering if you wanted to come shopping with Kei, Hirata, and Satsuki later?

I looked away from Sotomura to see my next foe approaching: Level 10 simp, Sato Maya. I had heard from my secret informant cough Karuizawa and Kikyo Cough, that she had a crush on me before the sports festival, but is now even more head over heels for me. She had seen me contend with Nagumo and Elderkita, so she said I was "even hotter." But I do have my own harem, so it makes sense. Now where was I?

Ayanokoji: Sure, I'll join you guys!

Shinohara: Oh great!

Shut up Shinogoblin.

Hirata: There we're some new clothes out that I wanted to buy, what about you Ayanokoji-Kun?

Ayanokoji: Nothing has stuck out to me recently, but I can see once we get to the mall.

The door slid open, revealing our teacher, Chabashira. She was as calm as she was thicc. What was I saying?

Chabashira: Alright Class B, to your seats!

She was in a happier mood I could see and that was to do with our promotion to Class B. The entire class seemed to pick up on this and were all acting haughtily, acting nonchalant about it all, even though you could tell they were brimming with happiness.

Ike: Sae-Sensei, I bet you're happy we got to Class B right?

Chabashira: Yes that is correct. I thought at least three of you would be expelled at the midterms but here we are, no expulsions. No Class D has ever gone this far without at least two expulsions, so I suppose you are an exception. Perhaps you will reach Class A! But enough about that: It's time for the next special exam.

Chabashira-Sensei took out her dark red marker and wrote on the board

Culture Festival Exam

Kikyo: Oh come on!

Ayanokoji: I guess they could even make this an exam...

Chabashira: The Culture Festival Exam is of course, an exam based off a culture festival.

Horikita: Shocker...

Chabashira: Classes will compete over how many sales the class can make. The classes with the highest point count will gain the highest reward, while the lowest will receive the lowest reward, meaning the demerit. First place gains 50 Class Points, Second gains 25 Class Points, Third loses 25 Class Points, and 4th loses 50 class points. This is the first Culture Festival exam in the schools history, so consider yourselves lucky to experience this.

Karuizawa: This is supposed to be lucky? I think this is a punishment if anything.

Chabashira: I'm sure it can be taken that way. The school will be open to the outside for a few hours for two days where special guests and other government or high paying people may enter. They will be allowed to spend points on any class on any grade level. As a teacher, I cannot spend money on any 1st year class, so you will likely not see me around. You will be watched by a Third Year teacher. Any points gained will be divided equally amongst the class. Any idea may be used for your booth or room. Maid cafes, haunted houses, game booths, all are allowed. That is all. The festival will be held in a week from now. Also, Christmas is coming soon as well. It is a romantic holiday, but remember sexual relations are strictly forbidden.

Chabashira bowed and left the room.

Yamauchi: Wait, so I can see Kushida as a maid?!

Shinohara: Jeez, you only like boobs.

Hirata: I don't know if the girls are comfortable with that...

Ike: Let's hold a class vote then! I'll make a ballot.

Ayanokoji: Does anyone want to throw in an idea?

Kikyo: Ooh, I was thinking maybe a butler cafe!

Karuizawa: A Butler Cafe?

Sato: Kei-Chan, Ayanokoji!

I could hear Sato whisper to Karuizawa. All the other girls instantly realized and I could feel their eyes glued to me as if I was their life support.

Shinohara: Sounds good to me!

Horikita: Sure.

Her too? My rizz really is immaculate...

Ike: Is that how it is? You know a Butler Cafe would bring less customers.

Horikita: Actually, a lot of boys in this class have people who have a crush on them. Some on Miyake, Sudo, Ayanokoji, Hirata, and many more. We would bring more profit in that way.

Keisei: True that.

Ayanokoji: Ok let's vote! Just raise your hand for Maid Cafe?

Around 19 hands raised, mostly boys, for the maid cafe.

Ayanokoji: And for the Butler Cafe?

20 hands. One person did not vote, and that was Koenji, who left the room awhile ago. Seemed he had ended things with Ryuen, as my plan asked for. Asking him to do it was too risky, so I allowed him to do it. He likely knew what I was going anyways.

Ayanokoji: Alright, it seems the Butler Cafe won!

Horikita: I had one more idea though.

As the girls were rejoicing, Horikita spoke to everyone.

Horikita: I was thinking we should run stands where we have pictures of the boys who are acting as butlers, as well as selling photos with the boys.

Kikyo: That sounds like a great idea Horikita-San!

Hirata: That way, we can spread the word fast and sell more!

Ayanokoji: What if we also sold Fast Passes? There will undoubtedly be a line, so selling faster tickets would generate a lot more income.

Ken: Ooh, sounds good!

Mii-Chan: The girls can work on advertisements and cooking some of the meals behind the scene!

Horikita: Ike and Yamauchi, you two will join in cooking the meals as well as getting ingredients and the such.

Ayanokoji: We can assign the jobs as we go along ok? For now, we need to order the butler outfits!

While the class was brainstorming, I saw Kikyo and Horikita wander off. I sent Karuizawa a text discreetly while Hirata was talking and she started to follow the two while recording.

Sasquatchanakwa Pov
Horikita followed Kushida into the bathroom, locking the door behind her. Kushida looked under the stalls to make sure no one was there before standing up and laughing in a deep, cruel laugh.

Kushida: So you won. You won the bet. You must think your so cool, you ugly bitch!

Horikita: If that is what you think of me, I don't care. As long as you don't sabotage me, then I'm fine with it. And I know you are too much of a coward to fight me any other way. So Kushida, let's work together for our class.

Horikita stuck out her hand which Kushida eyes with contempt in her eyes. She looked at Horikita and spat into her face.

Kushida: Kill your self, you ugly fuck face.

Kushida strolled out of the bathroom leaving Horikita there. Little did they know, a certain bit-I mean Karuizawa, was hiding behind a corner, recording the conversation from the other side of the door.

But they didn't see Sasquatchanaka!

Author: You just got Shreked. What am I going with my life? Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 57.5: Fated to be

Miyabi Pov
Akabane: Yeah that's it class! Prep for the culture festival, and don't lose to Class B! Then again, can you really lose?

Akabane-Sensei laughed while leaving the room. Nazuna rolled her eyes while walking over to me.

Nazuna: Akabane-Sensei is so strange, he shows up to class probably high out of his mind, and if he isn't acting weird, he is pranking one of us!

Kaguya: He certainly has a strange personality...

Ishigami: He's popular with ladies...he can just die for all I care!

Nazuna: Ishigami-Kun, why must you be so angry at him?

Miyabi: Nazuna, weren't you just saying he is so weird?

Nazuna: I get a pass cause it's me, Ishigami over here gets no mercy! Cause he is a loner.

Ishigami: Say that one more time flower girl! You rant on and ok about destiny and crap but you are so annoying that nobody will marry you!

Nara: Awh c'mon Yuu! Just shut up and lemme sleeeeep. Seriously, not being able to sleep in these classes is such a drag.

Ishigami: Shikamaru, you think the same as me, don't you?! Don't leave me out to dry!

Kaguya: Ishigami, I hope you do not hold such opinions of everyone. If so, it makes sense to why you are a loner.

Miyabi: True that! Anyways, Nazuna, where is that amulet? Wasn't it from your mom, you always wear it but you don't have it.

Nazuna's hand went to her throat and her eyes widened. There was no necklace at her throat. Her necklace was gift from her mother, and it looked like a flower. But now she didn't have it.

Nazuna: I-I don't have it!

Kaguya: Asahina, we can look for it!

Nazuna: But it could be anywhere! And it's snowing outside, and it's gonna be lost and, and-

Kaguya: Asahina, we will find it. Everyone!

Kaguya shouted to the class to which everyone turned to look at her with curiosity.

Kaguya: Asahina has lost her favorite flower pendant. If you find anything like it, please tell us and we can check if it is the real version.

Nazuna was blubbering in Kaguya's arms while other girls came forward and started comforting her...

Ayanokoji Pov
The day has ended, and so had my meet up with Sato and the others. I was in my way back to the dorm when I spotted Asahina standing around in the snow while warming her hands. I saw some of her friends, including Kaguya Shinomiya, and Nagumo. They were looking through the snow drift while Asahina gave a sad look to the sky. I could see tears roll from her eyes.

Kiyotaka: What's happening?

Asahina: Oh-uh, Ayanokoji. I lost my favorite necklace and we are searching but I think it's gone...

Kaguya: I'm sure we will find it eventually, just hold on!

Asahina: No it's ok...I'll be fine.

Kiyotaka: I will help search, Asahina-Senpai! Just hold tight while we look.

I started looking through the drift as I ignored Asahina's protest. I had seen her wearing the pendant before so I already knew what it looked like. It was yellow with a brown center, and it looked like a sunflower.

Nagumo: Nothing right now!

Kaguya: Haaah, me neither...

I stuck my hand into the snow and felt something metal in my hands. I took my hand out and looked at the amulet in my hands.

Kiyotaka: Come over here, I think I found something!

Asahina: Wait, did you really-? Yes, yes that's it!!!

Asahina snatched the amulet and placed it on her neck with a big smile. Kaguya and Nagumo walked over looking relieved. Asahina tackled me in a bear hug and I barely kept myself standing.

Asahina: Oh thank you, thank you, thank you!

Kiyotaka: It was no problem Asahina-Senpai. I did what I thought was right.

Nazuna: Call me Nazuna! But I seriously owe you one, thank you!!!

Kiyotaka: Ok if you say so Nazuna-Senpai. Call me Kiyotaka!

????? Pov
That flower loving bitch. Putting her hands all over Kiyotaka like he belonged to her. She needs to learn some personal boundaries, her stupid ass has her hands all over him...She should just keel over and die! Luckily, no one noticed me as I hid in the snow far away, but close enough to see. I have been watching Kiyotaka for a few days as to know why I have such feelings around him, and yet I still don't know.

But what I do know is that bitch pisses me off!

That flower bitch will face my wrath

Author: Unknown vs Asahina let's goooooooo! I'm exhausted and I don't know why, so I'm going to sleep. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 58: Taking Notes

Kiyotaka Pov
Horikita: Ayanokoji-Kun, I want to talk to you.

I was in the middle of talking with the Ayanokoji Group when Horikita walked over to us, her bag in hand.

Kiyotaka: Yeah, what do you need? Is it about the Culture Festival?

Horikita: Yeah it is about the festival and our cafe idea. I was thinking we should go somewhere and request a male server to see the techniques.

Kiyotaka: So we should go to one of the highly rated restaurants if you want to do that. There is a good one I went to a while back at Keyaki, in one of the upper floors.

Horikita: I don't really go to Keyaki so I wouldn't really know what's there. Were there male servers there? We need to make sure there are so we can take some notes.

Kiyotaka: I remember there were. So do you want to go now and check it out?

It was after school already so we had no more classes remaining and we could go and do whatever as long as it followed the school rules. I saw Matsushita walking over to us out of my peripheral vision.

Matsushita: Hey you two, I heard you were going to some note taking for our cafe? Can I come along with you guys, I want to help the class a bit.

Kiyotaka: I don't see why not!

Ken: Ooh, can I come too?

Horikita: Sorry Sudo, I don't think you can keep yourself calm in such a fancy restaurant.

Ken: Oh-oh ok then.

Akito: Psst, it's ok dude, you'll get em next time!

Akito patted Ken on the back as Matsushita smiled at Horikita and I.

Horikita: Matsushita-San, while I have no qualms with you coming with us, why were you listening in on us? That is not an admirable trait that you have.

Matsushita: I wasn't listening in, I was just wandering around and happened to hear you guys talking.

Horikita: Is that so? But you were sitting right next to us right when we started talking to each other.

Kiyotaka: That's true. You left Karuizawa and the rest of the regulars you talk to so you could come over and listen to us.

Matsushita: Hm you could say I did that to listen in, but the girls were talking about their crushes and I wasn't interested. So I came over to sit down and read my book.

Kiyotaka: Ok whatever, you can come with us, but you should not eavesdrop on us again.

Matsushita: I won't ever again ok?

Matsushira finally relented and the three of us left the class. We saw students pass by us, like Ichinose, Kanzaki, Amikura, Kamuro. Wait Kamuro? She was behind Class C and was hiding around in the shadows and in the crowds of people. I was now looking around more attentively and spotted Hashimoto down the hall. He was scrolling on his phone but I could tell he was looking at me and the girls with me. I could also see Ibuki standing against the wall, a little less discreetly than Hashimoto and Kamuro. Ryuen and Sakayanagi were both watching over the other classes like hawks for prey. As we walked past and turned the corner to leave the school, I saw Hashimoto begin to stand up to follow us.

When we got to the restaurant, you could immediately tell it was a high end restaurant. There were massive chandeliers that hung from the ceiling, with plush carpets all over the floor. There was a woman who was at the front desk and she noticed us.

Attendant: Ah hello. I assume you want a table for three, or are you just browsing around for places to eat?

Horikita: We would like to have a table for three please. And is it possible to get a male server?

Attendant: Sure, but that will be an extra fee of 5,000 points for a specially picked server.

She looked at us with curiosity, specifically at me while mouthing,"It's ok, I support." Lady, I'm not gay. Well, I'm gay for Ryue-

Kiyotaka: We are working on a school project so we are trying to research butlers for it. I can pay the extra fee.

The lady nodded and escorted us to our table. I noticed the people here were mainly Class A people here. I spotted Katsuragi, Yahiko, and Yamamura and they were all speaking in hushed tones. Those three were outnumbered by the Sakayanagi faction 3/4. There were some other faction members but day by day they defected to Sakayanagi and her faction. We sat down and a man with a name tag named Jacob appeared. He had grayish-white hair, but he looked like he was in his early 20's.

Jacob: Hello Sir and Madams, what would you like to order?

Jacob carried himself carefully and very professionally. He was smiling the whole time, but not in a psychotic, creepy way. It was a nice way, and I could see a pink tint to Horikita and Matsushita. No way am I letting this butler one up me. I noticed he was also leaning in close while pointing things out on the menu.

Jacob: Sir, I would recommend the lobster for you, you seem to enjoy the sea. Madam with the brown hair, I would recommend the Caesar Salad, with a side of caviar perhaps. And Madam with the black hair, I recommend to you the steak with a side of peppers.

He was right, she does like peppers. I wonder how Ken is doing? So to be a skillful butler, you must read people and try to get into their head and see their likes and dislikes. That's not a problem for me. So the lesson to learn is to know what people like. Jacob was able to realize I liked the sea and the open ocean. He was able to see Matsushita's love of keeping herself in a nice figure, and Horikita's love of Ken-I mean peppers.

???: I should have known I would find you and your harem here.

Kiyotaka: Ryuen.

Ryuen: Is that anyway to say hi to an old friend?

Kiyotaka: We never were friends. Do you have business with us?

Ryuen glared at me scornfully and behind him I saw Ibuki, Ishizaki, Albert, and Shiina, who gave me a sorry little wave as she stood behind Ibuki.

Ishizaki: Don't talk to the boss like that!

Ryuen: Ishizaki, did I give you permission to speak?

Ishizaki: Sorry boss.

Yahiko: Why are any of you defects here anyways?

Ibuki: Eh, what's that supposed to mean?

Yahiko: Trash like you should be eating hamburgers and French fries. Go to McDonald's where you trash belong.

Ishizaki: Keep talking and I'm gonna beat you up so much that you look like trash!

Jacob: Sirs, please calm down. You are in public and-

Ryuen: Shut it pretty boy. Go get us some steak and pork. Hey Katsuragi, how about you control your mutt, or else I'll report him to the pound.

Shiina: Yahiko isn't a dog though, he is just rough around the edges!

Ibuki: Shiina-San, you are too nice for your own good, you know that?

Katsuragi: Yahiko! Back down.

Yamamura: We don't want to cause an issue...

Hashimoto: Katsuragi, doesn't it hurt to have to bring around the human deadweight?

Hashimoto and Sakayanagi were on the scene now, and it was looking like a full brawl was going to happen in this restaurant.

Sakayanagi: Fufufu, the Dragon and the old man are fighting in such a fine restaurant, oh where is security I wonder?

Ryuen: Say that again, and I will kill you Sakayanagi.

Sakayanagi: Is that a threat, Dragon boy?

Ryuen leapt up and spun his leg towards Sakayanagi's face. Sakayanagi was unfazed however, and Hashimoto leapt in front and took the blow to his arm.

Jacob: Hey! I'm calling security!

Sakayanagi: There is no need for that.

Kiyotaka: Yes, Hashimoto just fell right?

Hashimoto: Yeah, I only fell, no need for security.

Katsuragi and his faction left, Ryuen and his group sat down and so did Hashimoto and Sakayanagi. The tension was thick as the staff made sure to keep our groups separate. I spotted Mashima and Chabashira at a table together...I wonder what that's about?

Author: I'm stoked for Y2 V9.5. That Ichinose Karuizawa drama is perfection. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 59: Butler vs Maids

Ayanokoji Pov
We left the restaurant after the trash fire that it was with Ryuen and Yahiko to get some fresh air.

Matsushita: Haha, well that was...something.

Horikita: It certainly was annoying.

Ryuen: Leaving without us?

Kiyotaka: Oh not you again!

Ryuen stepped out after us with his gang in tow behind him. I could see Jacob and a few other staff members getting ready to report us all to the security. I could see Yahiko getting up and prepared to walk over to us. Not good.

Ryuen: Awh, you don't like me? We can fix that once I beat your face so hard that you aren't such a pretty boy anymore, eh?

Kiyotaka: I can fight back if you ever come at me, or my friends.

Ryuen: That's too cute, isn't it Shiina? Your boyfriend thinks friendship will save his sorry ass.

Ishizaki: Sorry Shiina-San...

Ibuki: Ryuen, why are we even bothering with these people?

Matsushita: Yeah just leave us alone already, you are so far behind us, go deal with Ichinose before you can think about dealing with us.

Ryuen: What did you say, you little bitch?

Ryuen narrowed his eyes and advanced to and towered over Matsushita. I meanwhile decided to text the Manabitch for something, something I learned from being at the top of the social ladder. There was a small group of people in Ryuen's class who weren't too happy with Ryuen's rule. They became even more vocal due to Class D's losing streak. This group of rebels were led by Tokito Hiroya.

X: Yo Manabitch, tell Tokito from your class to come to the Lakeview restaurant in Keyaki. On the other note, how have relations with Tokito gone?

When I was sick, I instructed Manabe to start talking to Tokito behind the scenes for this very moment. Ryuen was a persistent foe, no matter how much he lost, he would never quit. Which is why having Manabe and Tokito under my finger would be able to stop Ryuen in his tracks.

Manabitch: Yeah it's going well. What's your plan with him anyways?

X: None of your business.

Ryuen: Oi Bubble Brain, who you texting?

Kiyotaka: Does it matter to you?

Ryuen: Not especially, but I am about to chuck your lady friend off the balcony so maybe you should pay attention.

Ishizaki: Hey, you aren't actually going to do that right?

Ryuen: Yeah, cause I'm going to throw you over if you don't stop being a dumbass!

Tokito: Ryuen, stop abusing your subordinates. It's not his fault he's stupid.

Tokito arrived on the scene right as Ryuen had Ishizaki on his grip. Matsushita backed away and behind me while Horikita walked forward.

Horikita: Tokito right? Why are you here?

Tokito: A damsel in distress called for me, and here I came. Ryuen is a dragon, and I am the knight who will slay the dragon.

Kiyotaka: That's a nice parallel.

Tokito: It is.

Ryuen: Is that so you little worm?

Ryuen let go of Ishizaki's collar and walked towards Tokito with a haunting expression on his face. Shiina tried to grab his arm to stop him but Ibuki stopped her with an annoyed look.

Tokito: Violence won't save you Ryuen, in fact, violence will be your downfall!

Ryuen: Wise words from an idiot I see. Leave now you insignificant background character. You are useless. What if I gave the class to you? You aren't smart or athletic, nor do you have the skill to lead. You aren't charismatic like Bubble Boy.

Kiyotaka: I should take that as a compliment but it sounds bad.

I faked being offended. Pretending to be easily read can help when misleading someone.

Ryuen: Shut it bubbles. You aren't cunning like Bubble Brain, Strawberry Tits, or the Loli. People will get tired of your shit and then you will be kicked out. And who will they come crawling back to? Me, I'm the only one who is capable of leading this class to Class A.

Tokito: Then why are we in Class D? The lowest class. Your brash and cocky attitude has landed Class D in B spot, and is in D spot! You are useless, so step down now and let me save the class!

Ishizaki: Bro shut up. You are stupid and you can't even follow simple orders!

Ibuki: Neither can you numb skull.

Tokito: Those orders are stupid orders that will lead us to defeat. The way to victory lies over Ryuen's defeat I tell you!

Ryuen: Kukuku, we wouldn't be so low on the ladder if you weren't such an annoying ass. If you followed orders like the good dog you are, we would be farther ahead.

Kiyotaka: You guys should stop arguing, cause we are going to reach Class A looong before you guys even reach Class C! If you ever do that is.

Ryuen and Tokito: Shut it!

Kiyotaka: Jeez ok!

Horikita: You shouldn't interrupt them when they have their own business.

Matsushita: I dunno I thought it was funny?

Tokito: Ryuen you suck!

Yahiko: Same it was funny bro.

Ryuen: Just like your mom sucks my dick!

Kiyotaka: I'm the comedian I guess!

Matsushita: You sure are.

Ryuen: Alright Bubbles, I want you to get in on this bet I made with Strawberry Tits.

Kiyotaka: Oh yeah?

Tokito rolled his eyes and stood there to listen in on Ryuen and me. Yahiko also stood there awkwardly as I saw Katsuragi hiding behind a wall with Yamamura. Oh he's over the loli I see.

Ryuen: I made a bet with Ichinose over the culture festival. Whoever beats the others gets 500,000 points from the loser.

Tokito: You did what?!

Ryuen: Hold your applause. You in Bubbles?

Kiyotaka: Hmm, you have yourself a deal.

Ryuen: Sweet, I'm going to get an extra 1,000,000!

Kiyotaka: What was your idea for the culture festival.

Ryuen: Maid Cafe obviously. Cashing in on the perverts around the world. Yeah, I'm looking at you.

Everyone looks at the camera

Kiyotaka: Good for you! But we are running a Butler Cafe for the other perverts around the world.

Ryuen: You sure you aren't doing it for yourself? I'm sure you love seeing men dressed up, especially Soccer Boy.

Kiyotaka: Uh-huh, that's totally why.

Author: Sorry for disappearing! I got a bit busy with graduation parties and all that fun stuff. Anyways that's all from me! Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 60: Opening Day

Ayanokoji Pov
Chabashira: Alright Class B. This is the day of the Culture Festival. You will have a day tomorrow, but that will be strictly for the government investors in this school. Do your best out here today and tomorrow. Good luck.

Chabashira-Sensei left the room and everyone took positions. The girls were standing near the windows and door while the boys were dressed in butler outfits. We had black suits on, a black tie, and a white dress shirt underneath. Hirata, Ken, Ike, and I were ok first shift. Ike was working the register with Horikita while the rest of us were working on the floor. We had Kikyo, Matsushita, and Akito advertising everything across the school and at the entrances.

Horikita: Ayanokoji, Sudo, Hirata. Ready? We are about to open the doors and-

Horikita peeked her head out the window.

Horikita: We already have quite a large line outside.

Kiyotaka: Are our advertisers that good?

Ike: No it's cause your face is on all the flyers!

Ken: Lucky bastard!

Yamauchi: It should have been me b it whatever.

Karuizawa: Mm no, no it should not have been. You're a lady killer.

Yamauchi: Yeah, what's your point?

Sato: She doesn't mean romantically, she means you are like Jack the Ripper.

Yamauchi: Gah!

Horikita opened the doors and I could see at least 10 girls crowding around the door. They backed off immediately as Horikita rolled her eyes and Ike stood behind her, intimidated by her aura.

Horikita: We can take tables of 4.

A few groups split and raised their hands and Ike guided them over to the tables. I had a group of girls from the second year and they gawked at me without me even smiling. It seems this suit gave me 4 charm and appeal to woman. I gave them a smile and a menu and they began to stutter out their orders. C-c-c-c'mon ladies, stutter much?

Rando: C-can I get a um pancake with some blueberries and some orange juice?

Kiyotaka: Mhm, and you?

Rando: He-hey I would like some waffles and some milk please?

Kiyotaka: Coming right up!

I left their table and told our resident chef Onodera.

Onodera: Ok~Maybe we shouldn't be carbo loading though...

Yamauchi: Ok Almond girl.

Hirata: Got another order!

Onodera: Give it to Mii-Chan!

Mii-Chan: On it!

Mii-Chan appears out of nowhere and took the order before disappearing behind the thin curtain. This was intentional though. Letting the smell of the food waft out and into the halls will attract people in and then they will spend more money. A simple yet affective way to make money.

Haruka: Kiyopon! Get ready for the pictures~

Oh yes, the pictures. We allowed customers to pay for pictures with the butler of their choice. We predicted that I and Hirata would have the most pictures. Time to get my cheek muscles warmed up, it's like I'm gonna be running a marathon with my cheek muscles with Sandy Cheeks after me.

Kiyotaka: Haha, yeah I've gotta get my cheek muscles ready!

Ken: Bro we are going to have to get some elastic bands and pull your cheeks back down!

Yamauchi: Ayo? What cheeks?

Ken: Yamauchi what are you even doing?

Yamauchi: Doing the dishes, that's the only thing I'm trusted with!

Onodera: Cause you're gonna put aphrodisiac into the food or something! Yo Koji, here's the meal!

Kiyotaka: Hm? That was fast?

Onodera: Well Mii-Chan's pancakes are loved by lots of people, so we made some in advance!

Hirata: Efficiency is our policy!

Ken: What about later when we run out of the first batch?

Kiyotaka: I mean, it doesn't really matter? We just have to be known for our fast times and explain it away when we get larger customer masses.

I took the meals and went back to the table while serving it with a smile. One of the girls was drooling, and I did not fail to notice her attempting to tough my leg. They're horny...

???: I wonder if I could order a specific waiter?

Ike: Eh-Uh-huh, yeah i-it's possible! I am able to be ordered-

???: No I'd rather die.

I looked over to see who this bold person was and I saw the famous female beauty, Kiryuuin Fuka.

Kiryuuin: I was thinking I could order my sweet Ayanokoji?

Rando: Pfft, her sweet?!

I could hear that same girl fall to the floor after passing out.

Ike: Uhhhhhhhh fine. Yo Koji, some hottie wants you!

Kiyotaka: I would love to come over, but I already have a table?

Ken: Hehe, I could cover for you.

Kiyotaka: Ken you rat!

I hissed at Ken to which he laughed and pushed me over to Kiryuuin while the girls I was serving were frothing at the mouth like a 500lb pit bull named Princess.

Kiryuuin: Hello my little Kohai, I'm so glad you left that table to serve me.

Kiyotaka: Like you didn't just order me Kiryuuin-Senpai!

Ike: Lucky bastard!

Yamauchi: He's not lucky, he's just not you.

Ike: Oh tell me you did not just say!

???: Oh you are too funny!

Another visitor out of 50 has appeared: Asahina Nazuna, 2-A.

Kiyotaka: Oh hey Nazuna-Senpai!

Kiryuuin: Asahina right?

Nazuna: Yup Kiryuuin-Chan! And hey Kiyotaka-Kun.

Horikita: You can have a table in around 5 minutes, does that sound good? Or you can purchase a fast pass.

Nazuna: Well I heard from a friend of a friend that I can order a specific server right?

Kiyotaka: News spreads fast huh?

Kiryuuin: If you were planning on asking Ayanokoji, I already bought him.

Why is she treating me like an object?

Nazuna: Awh you wouldn't mind sharing? Please, pretty pretty please?

Kiryuuin: Shouldn't you be working at your own class's attraction?

Nazuna: My shift is later! And besides, shouldn't you be working at your own class's place?

Kiryuuin: Haha, I'm not working! That's up to Kiryama to pick up the class's slack.

Horikita: With all due respect Kiryuuin-Senpai, doesn't that mean he is picking up your slack?

Kiryuuin: Did I stutter?

Horikita: No, no you did not.

Kiryuuin: I'm a merciful God though, so I suppose I can share with you Asahina!

Nazuna: Thank you Kiryuuin-Chan.

Horikita: Hey Ayanokoji-Kun.

Kiyotaka: Yeah?

I was finishing taking a picture with a group of girls when Horikita approached me.

Horikita: It's Ryuen and his gang. They are doing stuff outside of our restaurant and you might want to see this.

I sighed and walked out into the hall where Ryuen, Shiina, and Ibuki were standing outside.

Ryuen: This restaurant's good tastes like shit!

Ibuki: Experience the real experience with authentic maids! I hate you Ryuen

Shiina: Allow me to serve you all!

Ryuen: Ibuki I know you love this. But yes, stop by Class 1-D for the bed experience!

Kiyotaka: Ryuen, what are you doing?

Ryuen: Oh hey Bubbles, I'm just advertising!

Kiyotaka: While it may not have been restricted, you should know that no matter how much you try, our cafe will beat yours. And also, we can fight fire with fire.

Ryuen rolled his eyes.

Ryuen: That's your response? That's not what I wanted. Whatever, let's roll!

Ryuen and his group left whole customers continued filing into our restaurant. When I turned around however, someone tapped on my shoulder. I was going to turn around until the figure spoke.

???: Shh, don't turn around.

I silently stood there.

???: Tomorrow, go to the rooftop at 1:00pm tomorrow.

The figure walked away and I turned my head slightly to see a man in casual wear melt into the crowd.

That man has finally found me

Author: Air conditioning has never been nicer. In this heat, make sure to stay hydrated! You can't read my masterpieces if you collapse! Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 60.5: Assignment 2

Ayanopapa Pov
I observed the stone gate to the school from outside in the black car I was sitting in. The windows were tinted so I could watch the crowd go into the school. Kiyotaka was somewhere in there now, using a fake persona to get higher up, just like that man Matsuo had taught him.

Shiba: Ayanokoji-Sensei, I told Kiyotaka about the meeting time and place.

Atsuomi: Good work, I hope you were undetected in the crowd?

Shiba: Yes Sensei.

Tsukishiro: Right this way, Chairman Sakayanagi.

Coming from the school gates, I saw Tsukishiro and Sakayanagi, the man who had left me for this school.

Sakapapa: Ayanokoji-Sensei. It's been awhile since we have met in person like this.

Atsuomi: Indeed it has been awhile, I hope time has treated you well.

Sakapapa: It has, and it seems it has treated you equally as well.

Atsuomi: Enough small talk. Let's get to business.

Sakayanagi opened the car door and slid in. The car was spacious inside with two rows of seats that faced each other. In one row, I sat alone. In the other however, was Sakayanagi.

Sakapapa: If it is about your son Kiyotaka, then it is a no.

Atsuomi: How can you turn me down so quickly? You don't even know what I'm offering.

Sakapapa: Kiyotaka is under my protection for the next three years, and as Chairman, I cannot and will not betray the trust of my students and faculty.

Atsuomi: Then I hope you should know there are consequences to your defiance. Sakayanagi, you were one of my most loyal advisors, and yet here you are in the way to perfection.

Sakapapa: Perfection? This is no way to perfection. Sacrificing countless lives for this dream of yours never will accomplish anything you must know.

Atsuomi: If some must suffer here for the future for a perfect humanity, than do be it. They are but tools in a toolbox, cogs in a ticking clock. And once they break, they can easily be replaced. Like you.

I gestured to Tsukishiro who stood with a black smile on his face and surveying Sakayanagi and I. He took over Sakayanagi's place, and was doing the work Sakayanagi could never do.

Atsuomi: On an unrelated note, how is your wife doing?

Sakapapa: She has been resting in peace, waiting for me in the sky.

Atsuomi: Such a foolish idea. Continue your defiance, and I will send both you and your daughter to meet her.

Sakapapa: Oh please, you wouldn't take such a risk. And you know my death would only close the school more tightly. You would never see Kiyotaka until these three years are over.

Atsuomi: I am a patient man, if that is what I just do, I will. But I would suggest your resign now.

Sakapapa: Why's that?

Atsuomi: You will find out. And your daughter will suffer as well.

Tsukishiro: Sensei, it is time for us to go.

Atsuomi: I see. Farewell Sakayanagi.

Sakapapa: Goodbye, Ayanokoji-Sensei.

He left the car while Tsukishiro began to drive. I had a conference with the Koenji family. Shiba had dug up some information about suspicious arms dealing...

Author: I fell asleep in the middle of writing this and woke up like I was hungover. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 61: The Class 3-A Horror Attraction

Ayanokoji Pov
I was finally off my shift and finished up my final photo. I estimated we made at least 150,000 yen just off me alone. Hirata and Ken I saw were definitely also in high demand. We were just off the lunch rush and we had the best group come in and take our places.

I was unable to change out of my uniform though. To attract attention to the restaurant, Kikyo suggested, that I walk around with my outfit on.

Kiyotaka: Alright, I'm going out if anyone wants to join me!

Kikyo: I'll go!

Ken: Same I'll come as well.

Kiyotaka: Alright nice.

Kikyo had also come back from advertising just in time so we all started to walk around. This was the first time I got out of the room apart from talking to Ryuen so now I could look around at everything in full. There were balloons, signs, and many staff making sure there were no fights. Many people looked at me and their faces went red as I smiled at the people passing by.

Kiyotaka: I was thinking we could go to Horikita-Senpai in 3-A? I heard from Yamauchi, who took his shift early, that their attraction was really nice and spooky. Said something about wanting to go with you Kikyo.

Kikyo: Is that so? I would love too, but I also want to go right now, so we should definitely go.

I could feel Kikyo seething at the thought of going somewhere with Yamauchi.

Ken: Of course he took the shift early, he wasn't even doing anything. Onodera and Mii-Chan were picking up his slack.

Kikyo: Oh yeah, Sudo-Kun, do you have a crush on Onodera? You two are both talked about as the perfect couple, and the people want to know.

Kikyo pretended to be an interviewer and shoved an invisible microphone into Ken's face. I pretended to take out a note pad and a pencil and made myself look like I was about to write down notes.

Ken: No comment. In all seriousness, no we aren't a pair.

Kikyo: Is it because she doesn't like you, or have neither of you asked the other out?

Ken: Nah, we aren't interested in each other.

Kiyotaka: Ah you like girls like Ibuki, right?

Ken: If anyone here likes Ibuki, it's you. You definitely like to be dominated!

Kikyo: Oh my, you like to be dominated?

Kikyo turned the mic to me and Ken pretended to take out a notepad and they both looked at my eyes.

Kiyotaka: Way to avoid the question Ken. Anything to hide?

Ken: Wah, no!

Kiyotaka: Suspicious response I see. Have you had contact with Ibuki?

???: Oh Pepper over here likes Ibuki? It seems you've found your soulmate, kukuku.

???: Drop dead.

We turned around to see Ryuen and Ibuki behind us. Ibuki was still in maid cosplay, and it made us both match.

Ryuen: Oi Bubbles, take a picture with Ibuki over here.

Kiyotaka: Uhm, why?

Ryuen: For advertising of course. And also cause Ibuki needs more blush on her face. Makes her more appealing.

Ibuki: The hell you say to me?!

Ryuen: It's pretty self explanatory. Now say cheese!

Ryuen shoved Ibuki right into me and she blushed, and I smiled brightly.

Ryuen: You both look so cute, maybe you should get together, kuku.

Ibuki: Burn in hell!

Ryuen: Anyways, where are you guys going?

Kiyotaka: 3-A, they have a good attraction I heard.

Kikyo: Do you want to come with us?

Ryuen: Sure, why not? Right Ibuki. Want to come and decide which of these two is your soulmate?

Ibuki: Die!

Ibuki tried to kick Ryuen in the balls but he dodged and slapped her in the face.

KiyoKen: Hey what was that for?

Ryuen: Are both of you worried for your potential girlfriend?

Ken: No that was just a dick move?

Ibuki: Shut it pepper.

Kiyotaka: Let's just go. And don't slap Ibuki like that. She isn't your tool.

Ryuen: Oh yeah, what are you going to do Bubbles?

Kiyotaka: I'll make you regret it.

The air chilled and then.

Ryuen: KUKUKUKU, you, Bubbles?! Bwahahahaa!

Ken: Nah he would hear your ass, and I'll help him!

Kikyo: Erm, maybe we shouldn't fight...

Ryuen: Shut up Bubble Tits! But yeah, let's go.

Begrudgingly, we all went in silence...

Elderkita: Come one, come all to the seance of the old man in the river!

Tachibana: The Old Man perished in a boating accident, but his body was never found...

Elderkita: A seance will occur to find the body, and explain who was on the toner boat...

Tachibana and Elderkita were standing outside of the classroom while reciting the plot for this room. The balloons that were once bright were replaced with dark colors, dark purple and black. The crowd moved through the doors and there was someone under a cloak who had a scanner for our phones. We all paid and set off.

We entered a room where a circle of salt was drawn like a pentagram, but there was a smudge at one of the corners, as if someone dragged a body out of there. The walls were made of cardboard, but were painted to look like a basement. The windows were also covered, but a cold breeze could be felt. I could feel someone grabbing my arm, that person being Kikyo.

Kikyo: Ehehe, this is scary...

Ryuen: You aren't that scared are you though?

Ibuki: You just want to latch onto your boyfriend.

Kikyo: Oh-eh uh.

???: BOOO!

Kikyo: EEEEEEP!

Kikyo leapt into my arms and now I was princess carrying her. Tachibana leapt out from a secret hole in the wall that was similar to a cat door. I didn't notice it in the dark and Tachibana had latched onto Kikyo's leg.

Kiyotaka: You can get out of my arms now...

Kikyo: Never! This place is so scary, why would you take a girl here?!

Ken: Ibuki's here though...

Kikyo: Well Ibuki probably likes this stuff!

Ken: No I think she just tried to punch somebody.

We looked over to see Ryuen holding Ibuki back after she had tried to punch one of the scarers. I had to carry Kikyo all the way out...

When we finally got out, we heard a commotion in the hallway. It sounded like two familiar second years I knew...

???: Nagumo, you are going down!

Author: Do you ever get random chills? Yeah, that's me right now. Am I gonna die or something? Comment your predictions. If I die, whoever was here from the first chapter and still here can divide up my things with the others from the very beginning. Consider it my thank you present! Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 62: Horikita Simp vs Nagumo Enjoyer

Ayanokoji Pov
Nagumo: Oh hi Kiryama. What did I do to make you so mad in the first place?

Nagumo and Kiryama stood in the hallway while a crowd formed around the two of them. We stepped outside of Elderkita's class to see the two talking, well more like yelling on Kiryama's part.

Kiryama: Apologies everyone, I didn't mean to be a disturbance.

Kiryama fixed his hair which was a bit sloppy and smoothed out his shirt.

Kiryama: What I meant is that I found out what you did.

Nagumo: Hmm? I did nothing!

Kiryama: You did nothing, but someone from Class C did do something. We found them trying to tamper with our grills. He was also rubbing rat poison into the food.

Nagumo: Is that so?

Nagumo seemed shocked by the news but Kiryama just glared at him. I wonder if Nagumo did call out someone to do that. Nagumo already has a lead on everyone else, so why would he go out of his way to incriminate himself and others. Was Nagumo even responsible for this after all?

Kiryama: Stop pretending to be shocked, I know you told him to do it.

Nagumo: Who is this him you are referring to?

Kiryama: Sakura Ishimaru from Class C. We caught him in the kitchen poisoning our food.

Nazuna: Miyabi never did anything!

Nazuna came out of the crowd and stood near Nagumo.

Kiryama: You we're probably in on it as well. Nevertheless, these underhanded tactics of yours won't save you.

Nagumo: C'mon, everyone here knows I know how to have fun a lot more than you, isn't that right?

A lot of people in the crowd nodded which left Kiryama kind of embarrassed and he looked at the wall for a second but then regained his composure. If he wasn't so easy to read, perhaps he would be a threat.

Kiryama: Having fun doesn't guarantee your victory.

I saw Kiryama scanning the crowd and his eyes settled on me which gave him confirmation in his eyes. Wait a minute, was he a good actor this whole time? His eyes were the only thing that gave away confirmation, his body language remained the same. I didn't know Kiryama all too well so if he were a good actor or not would go over my head, but that one look seemed to solidify something in my head: This was one big act, and he was banking on me, or at least somebody else, to see or catch wind of this.

Kiryama: Nagumo, how about I challenge you to a bet. Everyone here can be our witness.

Nagumo: You have to let me know the terms before I agree, you can't just scam me like this.

Kiryama: Oh don't act coy. I was going to tell you, but I guess I won't.

Nagumo: Wow Kiryama, I didn't think you had one bone in you that wasn't one that stuck out of the mud.

Kiryama: I'm full of surprises. Now the terms. If I score a higher placement then your Class A, then you will give me 2,000,000 private points.

Nagumo: Greedy are we? What makes you think I have that money?

Kiryama: Wait you don't?!

Kiryama faked being shocked before returning to his demeanor.

Nagumo: If I win, then I want you to swear your allegiance to me. You will follow my command and act like a loyal tool.

Kiryama: Deal. May the best fun person win.

Nagumo: I wonder what I'll have you do when I win? Should I have you go to Kiryuuin? Perhaps make a fool out of yourself trying to recruit her?

Kiryama: Your dreams must feel good. I hope you know pinching yourself will only make you wake up.

With that, Kiryama turned around and melted into the crowd, and I could see his gaze on me. I knew what to do, and I hope he knows he is going to owe me for it.

Kikyo: Well that was interesting!

Ryuen: Kuku, very.

Kiyotaka: Yup, veerrrrrry interesting.

Ken: Yeah, very interesting.

Ibuki: Very interesting.

Nagumo: You guys going to keep doing that? Or are you going to come visit my super cool, sick, amazing attraction!

Nazuna: Yup, I'm gonna be on shift soon, so maybe I'll run into you guys!

Kiyotaka: Sure we will come. What's the theme anyways?

Nazuna and Nagumo exchanged a devious look.

Nagumo: You'll see!

Nagumo and Nazuna have joined your party!

Nothing could prepare me for what the Class 2-A attraction was.

Kikyo: A cat maid cafe?

Nazuna: A cat maid cafe.

Kiyotaka: I can't say I'm not interested.

Ryuen: So if we had Bubble Tits dress up as a cat maid, would you bang her?

Kikyo: What the-

Kiyotaka: Yeaaaaaah, no.

Ibuki: That was a long yeah.

Kikyo: If I did that, would he like it more...?

Kiyotaka: Hm?

Kikyo: Eep, nothing!

We walked in and got a table while Nagumo and Nazuna disappeared. The cafe was filled with pictures of cats, ranging from real life pictures, drawings, and Studio Ghibli. I saw Nagumo talking on the phone to someone and he had an annoyed expression on his face.

While we were waiting, I pulled out my phone and started to message Ichinose.

Kiyotaka: Hey Ichinose, can I call in the favor you owe us?

Ichinose: Oh yeah, what do you need?

Kiyotaka: Could you have your class go to Kiryama-Senpai's 2-B attraction?

Ichinose: Sure! Thanks for the help with Chihiro, we really needed it!

Kiyotaka: Np!

I put away my phone while we began to eat. The exam was heating up, and even when e were acting friendly with Ryuen, I could see the cogs turning and his head. He was trying to find X, and I was trying to stay hidden. I had no doubt I could win though. I had many toys or tools, whatever I wanted to refer to them as. I can break them if I wanted to, and I would enjoy every second of it. We finally split up afterwards and while we returned to our class, I messaged Ryuen in my X account.

X: Attachment One Image.

Come get her

Author: Idk what to do I'm so bored. Hope you're liking the story so far! Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 63: Vs The White Room

Ayanokoji Pov
The second day of the exam began and my shift had ended. I was tired out from serving and smiling all day long for all those fuckwads. Woah, I think Kikyo infected me with that hatred for people. The only thing to note in this shift was that I saw Ken having a groups of girls crawl all over him. I guess with him somewhat controlling his anger issues, he's a hit with the second years.

So as I climbed up the stairs to the rooftop, many things flashed through my mind. Would violence be necessary? What were the true aim of this meeting. I'm sure he knows that I wouldn't go back willingly, but I suppose he would at least try, since what else could he do?

I was prepared either way: A secret camera on the rooftop. The camera was bought from a tech store I was recommended from Sotomura. If I had gone missing, aka, taken by violence, the school would be able to find the camera and be able to go after anyone who was found in the video. Of course, if no violence was practiced, then the footage would be useless. I could have the school sue him for trespassing since the rooftop was blocked off from trespasses, but the most that would come with it was likely just that man and his men present would be barred from returning to the school. I had also planned for a special guest.

If violence was used, my plan was to flee immediately. Fighting in a battle could work, but I have no feasible way to ascertain which weapons I was going up against. They could be using weapons from the ranges of their own fists, tasers, and maybe even deadly weapons. I wouldn't put it past them to sue such weaponry, not necessarily to kill, but to definitely disable. From there, they could easily rehabilitate me in the White Room. I was the Masterpiece, so I had the leeway in that they would not kill me. No matter what person was second or third place, I'm number one, and that's all that matters to my survival.

I opened the door and I quickly observed the rooftop. No one was there...At least at first glance. I could see a bit of blue peeking from behind a corner, and I could here two sounds: The sound of shuffling a few feet away.

And the sound of breathing

Right next to the door

At least three people on the rooftop, at least one could be used as a herring. What's my strategy?

I darted quickly straight to the man next to the door. In his hands, he had a lead pipe, which could knock me out if he hit me in the head correctly. At worst, a knockout, at best, a stun that would leave me at more of a disadvantage than I already am. I reached my arm out and fainted to a right to make him believe I was going to the middle of the roof, but as he swung left, I ducked low and got right in between his arms where I fainted a punch. The body will flinch when confronted with a physical attack, so even when it doesn't connect, with enough force and killing intent, you could feint somebody out. The man had fortitude, but not enough. His grip on the pipe loosened slightly and he backed up a bit. In that time, I slapped the pipe out of his hand with a chop to the wrist. I kicked the pipe towards the middle of the roof where I immediately leapt over to the pipe. I didn't pick it up though, I stood over it. I now could observe the rooftop in full.

There were 4 men with weapons ranging from a lead pipe, stun gun, nunchucks, and a blow dart. They went exotic which matched with their equally exotic clothing. I noticed another man who camouflaged into the wall. I could see something bulging from his pocket. A taser perhaps?

Clap, clap, clap.

A slow clap. I peeked from the corner of my eye, and emerging from the other side of the rooftop, turning out to be hidden behind a small wall, came That Man. He wore a dark three piece black suit with white stripes with a dark, blood red tie.

Atsuomi: Kiyotaka. It's been awhile. I see you haven't lost your touch.

Kiyotaka: That was hardly a challenge.

His face dropped into a glare as I heard one of the men make a noise of disgust.

Atsuomi: I see you have become cocky in your time here. So I suppose you have lost some of your control.

I smiled brightly in an attempt to annoy him, but he smiled. Not a kind one, but a cruel, warped one.

Atsuomi: Wipe that look off your fucking face. You look like a clown.

Kiyotaka: I think your old age has made you delirious, because I'm not a mirror.

Buuuuurn. Thanks Eechiro. I wonder how he got so good at burning people? A/N: Get it? Cause he died in a fire?

Atsuomi: Do you really have to act so childish to annoy me?

Kiyotaka: If it annoys you, I will gladly do it.

I smiled again.

Atsuomi: I see I will have to reintroduce you to the White Room. We have made changes to the curriculum and have moved it even higher to keep up with you.

Kiyotaka: Why are you telling me this? I have no interest in returning.

That Man frowned.

Atsuomi: Do not act dumb. I am aware that you already know why I have come. Now I will give you two options: Yes or Yes.

Kiyotaka: I choose no. I have no intention of returning. You should focus on the other students. Forget about me.

Atsuomi: You already understand your value to me, do you not?

Kiyotaka: Oh yes, I am your beloved son. All those times you took me on fishing trips, but if I failed to catch a fish I wouldn't get to eat. All those times we played catch except when we got the ball it was actually a bomb we had to diffuse then reword before sending to another child. All of those memories.

Atsuomi: I wish you weren't my son, but it matters not your blood nor your memories; you are the White Rooms Masterpiece, my Masterpiece. And if you believe you can leave without a fight, then you should be prepared for a rude awakening.

The door suddenly shook as someone knocked on it. The man near the door, unarmed, looked to That Man who nodded as I smiled just to anger him another time.

Papayanagi: Ayanokoji-Sensei, Kiyotaka. I expected I would see you again soon. Just not with all these men around.

Atsuomi: Sakayanagi, if you do not intend to further my goal, you may step aside, lest I be forced to brush you aside by force.

Kiyotaka: Like you have any power here.

Papayanagi: Indeed. Seeing as you pose a threat to my students well being, you must leave now, or I will force you to leave. I'm sure neither of us want that.

Atsuomi: You would be correct in thinking that. I will take my leave, but I will not stop. And Kiyotaka, this is what will happen to your "friends," if you continue this act.

He handed me the broken camera, with pieces of the chips and wires showing. All of the men left as Sakayanagi and I stood there waiting for them to leave.

Papayanagi: So Kiyotaka-Kun, how do you intend to handle this?

Kiyotaka: A case by case basis I suppose. There is no counter attack I can do at this point. The ball is in their court, and I have to get ready to return the ball. But might I ask something of you?

Papayanagi: Ask anything, and I will answer to the best of my ability.

Kiyotaka: I was wondering about the capabilities of the teachers. Are they able to expel any student at will?

Papayanagi: No, all expulsions must be brought through me and the rest of the administration. The teachers can suggest it, but if no evidence is shown why, then the student will not be expelled and the teacher will be warned. Do you have problems with your teacher?

Kiyotaka: No, I was just wondering to what extent I could prepare a defense.

Papayanagi: As a reminder, the rules still apply to you. If you are found breaking those rules, you can be expelled, there is no special treatment.

Kiyotaka: I am aware of that.

Papayanagi: Good. Is there anything else you need?

Kiyotaka: There are a few more things yeah...

Timeskip

Papayanagi left ahead of me while I searched the rooftop for any bugs that may have been left, and there were none to be found. I went down the stairs and to the second year Class B room where I saw Chabashira standing in the room at the corner. She noticed me as I approached.

Chabashira: Ayanokoji-Kun? What are you doing here?

Kiyotaka: Oh just walking around! How's your day been?

Chabashira: It's been well, how is yours?

Kiyotaka: Quite well! I had a talk with the Chairman and he told me something really interesting!

Chabashira: Oh and what would that be?

I could here some nervousness in her voice.

Kiyotaka: I found out that you can't expel me! So you were blackmailing me with nothing substantial to it. Meaning I could do whatever I want now. I could tank this class you know, just for payback.

Chabashira: I doubt your that petty.

Kiyotaka: Oh would you believe that? I guess that makes sense since you have been reviewing my file over and over for the slightest bit of information on me.

Chabashira: How would you know? You have no evidence to support that claim.

Kiyotaka: It's an informed guess. You have such an obsession with me and making sure I am under your thumb, continuing to work for Class B. But it seems that backfired for you, didn't it?

Chabashira: What do you want from me? I'm sure you have something to gain right?

Kiyotaka: Mhm! 10,000,000 points!

Chabashira gave me a shocked look. Her actions required retribution, and besides paying to have her and another teacher switch classes, that was the only thing I really wanted to do. But of course the limits don't stop there.

Chabashira: Fine.

Chabashira-Sensei sent me the points and I smiled widely at her. Through the loud noises in the room, no one else could hear us talking. To everyone else, my smile was my normal one that pulled girls like nobodies business. But now, it was a sinister one. I walked away and to the bathroom where I logged into Karuizawa's accounts. On the forum, I posted as Karuizawa.

Karuizawa: OMG GUYS! The food at 2-B's place is sooo good! You guys should go try it!

And done. Kiryama will thank me later.

Ryuen's demise is imminent now.

Author: I'd like to introduce to you all a special segment in the Author notes, and this one is: Fathers Day Bash! Without further ado~

Koenpapi Pov
I, one of the most beautiful things in the world, sat in my luxury estate while expecting a visitor or two. Ayanokoji-Man, Matsushita-Man, and Sakayanagi-Man. Three guests for a celebration.

They all sat down minutes later as I stepped up to greet them.

Koenpapi: Fufu, hello my esteemed guests. I would like to propose an awards ceremony for all of us fathers. And Sakayanagi-Man, I see you had to come on a laptop?

Papayanagi: Haha, yes, my apologies.

Koenpapi: The first award, for the most diligent father is a tie between two people, Sakayanagi-Man, and Me! We have show dedication and diligence to our children.

Matsupapa: Ayanokoji-San, I'm sure you will get something.

Ayanopapa: I'm sure.

Koenpapi: The next reward, for the most musically invested, Matsushita-Man! For helping your daughter explore music and many other pastimes.

Matsupapa: She didn't like some of those things but it was worth it! My little genius.

Koenpapi: And Ayanokoji-Man, we didn't want you to feel left out, so the Congratulations your fertile award goes to Ayanokoji-Man!

Ayanopapa: Thanks...

Author: Me again. Yup, Happy Fathers Day! This is a weird thought but, I always say "Have a great day and see you next time I update!" One day, there won't be another update... Nah just kidding, I'm making more fics after this so stick around, or I will find you. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 64: Draconic Roar: Semi-Final

Ayanokoji Pov
It was the night after the Festival, and the results were finally published. The email was sent at 8 and I was sitting at a small cafe. A hole in the wall area. I was sitting at a table by myself while other introverts were there. A smooth jazz played while we all read books while drinking coffee or tea. I saw a few faces like Yamamura, Kiryama, and Tachibana. We all checked our phones when them email pinged onto our phones.

I checked the email immediately and the results were there.

Culture Festival Exam Results:

1st-Class B 690
2nd-Class C 735
3rd-Class D 480
4th-Class A 980

Class A had taken a dead last position while we have taken first place. The difference was now less than 300 points between us. Meanwhile, Class D was being left behind even further with more than a 300 point difference. I looked over and saw Kiryama gazing over at me. His eyes said "thank you" and then he stood up and left. Tachibana frowned at her phone and so did Yamamura. As Tachibana stood, she looked at Kiryama, and then at me before nodding to herself and walking away.

Meanwhile, I nodded to myself as I stood up. Everybody left abruptly but who cares? We were all just here for comfort and to avoid all the after exam discussion that ensued. I had received 150,000 points from the school from my cut of the exam profits. My phone pinged more as Hirata and Kikyo were sending the class group chat into a party state with celebration.

Horikita: We are closer to Class A day by day it seems.

Pepper: Oh hell yeah!

Sato: Has anyone seen Kei?

Shinogoblin: I haven't and we are worried. We were going to make plans with her but she wouldn't answer her door.

Ike: Meh, probs taking a nap. It's her business if she didn't come in with you.

Shinogoblin: I know you don't realize it since you don't have friends, but Kei never acts this way!

Hirata: She isn't answering my texts either...

It seems it finally happened. Ryuen made his move onto Karuizawa. It's time for me to crush him under my heel once and for all.

I walked over to the dorms however I took a right to a building the students usually weren't supposed to visit: The Teacher's Dorms. The teachers weren't above the rule of isolation, they also had to stay on campus. I walked up to one of the doors and knocked on it. Opening the door, was my very own Chabashira.

Chabashira: Chie, it isn't the time right now, and you need to stop drinking at-Ayanokoji-Kun?

Kiyotaka: Yup, that's me!

Chabashira: What are you doing here?

Kiyotaka: I'm not here for you to ask questions, I'm here to have you answer mine.

Chabashira: This better be important. Come in.

Chabashira rolled her eyes as she let me in. The room was well decorated and larger than the student dorms. There was a large wooden table and paintings on the wall. There were also pictures of Chabashira with Mashima, Hoshinomya, and Sakagami.

Kiyotaka: Hm, where can I sit? Perhaps riiiight here.

I sat on her bed much to her annoyance.

Kiyotaka: Can I have some coffee please?

Chabashira: Ayanokoji-Kun, you should respect me more. I am your teacher, and you shall respect me as such.

Kiyotaka: But Chabashira-Sensei, I can report you for blackmailing me to the Chairman. Or I could look into having you teach Class D. Or you could do what I tell you to, and I don't have to hurt you.

Chabashira: Damnit. What do you want?

Kiyotaka: I want you to give me a key to the school.

Chabashira: Why would you want that? Nothing interesting happens in the school at night.

Kiyotaka: Something interesting will happen to night, and I need the key and you to make sure nobody else gets there. No matter who they are, no matter what they say, you won't let them into the school.

Chabashira: I'll play along, but I want the key when you're done. If I had my way, you would be made fun of but I digress.

She handed me a keycard and I stood up and left the room. It was around 9 when I got outside the school gate with Chabashira.

Ding

I looked at my phone and saw an email from Ryuen.

Ryuen: Come get your bitch in an hour or I'll throw her off the fucking roof.

X: I'll think about coming.

I put my phone away and nodded to myself while another email disrupted my thoughts.

Ryuen: You think I'm kidding?

Attachment: One Video.

I played the video and it was of Karuizawa shivering ok the ground. She was tied up and a sack was over her head. She was wet and I could see water bottles behind her. The bottles were empty so it was clear they were poured on her. As snow fell, it was clear she was shivering and I could hear her teeth shattering.

Karuizawa: P-p-p-p-p-p-please s-s-stop this!

Ryuen: I'll stop this. If you tell me who the mastermind is.

A sob escaped Karuizawa as her back heaved. I could hear the sound of her vomiting and Ryuen reached over and ripped the bag off her head. Tears streamed down her face while vomit trailed down from her lips.

Karuizawa: P-pa-pl-please I don't k-know!

Karuizawa cried and the camera moved a bit with a bounce and I was able to see Ibuki who was looking away in shame while Ishizaki was getting more water bottles.

Ryuen: Here let me get that vomit off of you. You're real pretty if you would smile more.

Ishizaki handed Ryuen the water bottle and he began to pour it all over Karuizawa, but missing the vomit.

Ryuen: Oh let me get that for you.

He reached down and started rubbing the vomit all over her face and right near her eyes. The video cut off and I could hear the sound of Chabashira grimacing as she clearly heard the sounds from the video.

Chabashira: Whatever is happening up there, you must put a stop to it. And quickly.

Kiyotaka: That was my intent.

This Dragon will be slain.

Author: Ba-da-da-da-da-da! You have a unlocked Pawnuizawa! Excellent tool for controlling and getting gossip, this pawn is easy to control with a level 1 resistance to Stockholm Syndrome! Grab the popcorn folks, you are about to see the defeat of Ryuen! If you had WATTPAD SUPREME PLATINUM MEMBERSHIP, you would be able to see the fight now, but oh well. Cheap bitc-AYYYYY WHO SAID THAT? Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 65: Draconic Roar: Fiery Finish

Ayanokoji Pov
Kiyotaka: Alright, that's enough geometry dash for now.

I had played Geometry Dash for the past hour in an empty classroom on my phone. It was difficult to adapt at first since I never played that many video games, outside of playing Super Smash Bros with Sotomura, Ike, and Yamauchi. I was a Captain Falcon main at heart and after a few rounds began to dominate the game and Yamauchi.

I finally stood up and began to walk through the school halls. The moon cast a bright light into the school while the snow drifted through the air. I shivered just thinking of the cold that awaited me on the roof. But I suppose Karuizawa is going through something much worse. Despite the heating, I was still cold, maybe because my heart doesn't warm itself, a cold emotionless organ in my body.

I walked up the stairs and to the rooftop where I saw the doors. I also heard something rapidly approaching me. I immediately dove to the ground and sprung up with my hands used as leverage. At the other side of the hall, coming out from his hiding place was the tank Albert.

Kiyotaka: Hey Albert! Do not panic. I'm X. I'm the one you are looking for.

Albert: Ayanokoji...Come with me.

Albert looked shocked as he led me up the stairs and onto the rooftop. It was a pretty sight; the snow drifting through the sky whilst the moon shone brightly like the sun almost. At the center of the rooftop was Ryuen, towering over Karuizawa. Ibuki was standing near the railing and perked up when she saw me. Ishizaki was behind me, I could hear him shuffling behind me. Karuizawa was on the ground, her body making an imprint into the snow. Her body was shaking rapidly as Ryuen turned his gaze over to me.

Ryuen: So you really came.

Karuizawa: A-yanokoji-Kun...You came...

Kiyotaka: I promised to protect you didn't I?

Karuizawa: I s-s-see...

I moved over to Karuizawa while I brushed past Ryuen. His eyes flicked open wide and I could tell he was going to relish what he thought was happening next.

He swung his hand towards the back of my head as Karuizawa shrieked loudly. I ducked while turning around before slapping Ryuen's second attack away. But I had grabbed it, he would have attempted to get on top of me.

Ishizaki: Woah he's fast!

Ryuen: You sure move fast. Albert!

He snapped his fingers and Albert ran over like a tank. He ran at me and I moved to the side. He stuck his arm out and swung it like a battering ram. I bent down under his blow and hit a particular group of nerves on his side. His body heaved as he went down like a titan. He groaned as he fell down with a thud.

Ishizaki: Damn!

Ibuki: He really beat Albert?!

Ryuen: What are you two doing? After him!

Ibuki and Ishizaki kicked off, Ibuki arriving before him. She swung her foot above my head and leaves backwards. I managed to get a glimpse of Ibuki's black panties...She swung her foot down into an axe kick. I grabbed onto her leg and threw her towards Ishizaki, but she managed to catch herself on the ground before she could hit him.

Ishizaki charged towards me and swung his fist in a right hook. I merely had to step back and once his fist passed by me, I went forward and punched him straight in the nose.

When hit in the nose, the body involuntarily releases tears. These tears can block the vision, which will allow a swift counterattack.

Ishizaki: Damnit! You'll pay for that!

Ishizaki tried to swing again Burt I simply caught his arm and yanked it harshly. There was a loud pop as his arm left his socket. I took his dislocated arm and used it to the throw him harshly into the ground. Before I could finish him, Ibuki attempted to sweep my legs put from under be. I decided to straight up jump and tackle Ibuki. That would normally leave me disadvantaged, however Ishizaki and Albert were on the ground and Ryuen was a solid distance away where I had enough time to get back up. On the ground I ripped Ibuki up and struck apart of her neck. She coughed loudly as she went down and unconscious. I stood up in time to see Ishizaki attempting to tackle me.

I took it head on and kneed him in the solar plexus followed by a swift punch to his jaw. He fell unconscious as he hit the ground with a crash.

Ryuen: You took them all down huh? You have an interesting fighting style. You're like some sort of demon. Or a monster.

Kiyotaka: I'll make you beg for mercy! For all you have done to my class and my friends, I will make you feel nothing more around me after this but fear.

Ryuen: I've never felt fear. Fear is not an emotion to me. Fear is weakness, and I am not weak!

Ryuen kicked off the ground and swung his arm in a vicious right hook. I caught onto his arm and he attempted to knee me on the gut but grabbed it with my other hand and flipped him over onto the ground. I attempted to kick him in the face as he was down but he rolled away and quickly recovered. From this short exchange, I could immediately tell something about his fighting style.

It wasn't based off a regular fighting style like Judo, Karate, Taekwondo, etc. Instead, it was a messy street fighting style that was formed from real combat experience. Ryuen was in many fights, and every fight he lost or fought someone stronger, he adapted and used their techniques into a new street style. It was unpredictable if you weren't experienced.

Ryuen caught his breath and laughed madly as I stood across from him. I saw Karuizawa looking up at me in shock. Nobody could imagine I was this proficient in fighting. I had defeated Albert, Ibuki, and Ishizaki. I even had Ryuen having to retreat and catch his breath.

I kicked off again and swung at his chin but he quickly slapped my hand away while he moved downward and punched up towards my solar plexus. I caught his hand applied my grip strength to it and I could hear his audible moan of pain. I did not let up and twisted his wrist further to hear a sickening crunch. I swung my fist up and hit him square in the stomach, forcing him backwards.

Ryuen: You are a monster!

Kiyotaka: Awh that's so mean of you Ryuen! I'm not a monster! Meanie.

I acted all cutesy like an anime girl while Ryuen moved backwards and grabbed onto a case of water bottles. He flung it at my head but I caught it and threw it to the aside while he launched back at me.

Ryuen: I'll drag you into the light you monster! I'll show the world who the real you is, behind that fake mask!

Kiyotaka: Not a chance that you can touch me.

I punched him in the jaw and swiftly deliver a palm strike to his stomach. He staggered back as I kicked his knee and he screamed while he fell to the ground. I got on top of him and began to punch his face. Blood poured out of his mouth as the hits began to pile up. One. Two. Three, four, five, six, seven, eight.

I broke his nose and blood poured out as the snow began to stain red with his blood. He struggled to fight back but I gave him nothing.

Kiyotaka: Hey Ryuen, are you feeling fear?

Ryuen merely gurgled in response as he tried to speak through his blood which covered his teeth in a dark red.

Kiyotaka: I'll take that as a yes.

I slammed down one last time onto his face. Blood spurred up one last time as Ryuen fell unconscious, his face battered and bruised, purple and red with blood like a rose.

My knuckles were bruised and stained with blood but I could clean them off later.

Kiyotaka: Karuizawa. Are you hurt?

Karuizawa: Yes, o-of course I am!

Karuizawa began to sob as I wrapped my jacket around her and held her in my grasp. I could feel her body vibrate and I could feel her chest heave as she hiccuped in between her cries.

Kiyotaka: Do you hate me?

Karuizawa: Yes! Well no, but I'm mad at you! How could you leave me for so long?!

Kiyotaka: I came didn't I?

Karuizawa: Y-yeah, but you're one big idiot...

I could feel her soften beneath my grip as she slipped into unconsciousness. The amount of trauma and physical stimulus must have overloaded her. My interpretation of events: After Ryuen found out Manabe, he likely abused her to figure out what could have possibly been used to blackmail her. The answer? Her bullying Karuizawa. Ryuen, paired with my confirmation with an image I sent, told Karuizawa to come here or he would leak the bullying out. She came, was tied up and then tortured to be told who I was. But she held. Because she's mine now. My tool, my toy, my pawn. She won't betray me now.

I broke her

Kei Pov
Kei: A double date?!

I cried out in surprise as Maya sat across from me as she twirled her hair in her hand with a school girl type feel.

Maya: Well yeah. I was thinking I could ask Ayanokoji-Kun put on Christmas Eve and you and Hirata could come! It would be a double date. We would pretend it was a coincidence and all but...

I gradually tuned her out as I began to think. A double date wouldn't be so bad. But why does she and Ayanokoji make me so jealous? I had an image of those two kissing and I could feel a pant of jealousy in my heart. WAIT WAIT WAIT. DON'T TELL ME?! I LIKE THAG PSYCHO?!

Maya: Kei-Chan? You listening?

Kei: Hehe, oh um yeah!

Maya: What did I just say?

Kei: Uh...Double date?

Maya: Haaaaah, Kei-Chan.

Maya smiled at me while she stood up.

Maya: Let's talk about it! Make sure to ask Hirata out though!

Kei: O-oh yeah. Ok.

Author: The double date from hell coming up! And something interesting will happen with a certain popular girl soon~ Be ready and don't go anywhere! Stick around with me until the vet very end! Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 66: Who You Gonna Root For?

Ayanokoji Pov
A date. This is my first time being asked on a date despite having the entirety of the female population following me with drool spilling from their mouth. Except for girls like Kikyo, Nazuna, Shiina, etc. They see me more as best friend material than lover material.

But Sato Maya reached out to me with a call and she said she wanted to go on a date with me.

Kiyotaka: Eh? A date?

Sato: W-well yeah! We don't have to be girlfriend and boyfriend but I was just wondering if you wanted to test it out or something...

Christ woman, I can hear you twirling your hair from the other side of the phone. But going on a date doesn't sound so bad. However, Sato might be trampled by a crowd of girls.

Kiyotaka: Well are you sure? Some of your friends might be mad at you or something, I don't know.

Sato: No don't worry about that! My friends won't blow up on me or you. But if you don't want to, it's fine, it really is!

Kiyotaka: You know what? Sure I'll come!

There's nothing wrong with going along, but I already know my answer. But it wouldn't hurt to make the girls more competitive. I love to watch the world burn~

Sato: You will?! Oh yay! Well I was thinking in like 2 hours or so?

At 11...I have time to change and freshen up.

Kiyotaka: Sounds good. See you then!

Ibuki Pov
Gah! Where is that bastard?

Standing outside of that assholes room, I repeatedly spam called him as I banged on the door. After the rooftop shit, Ryuen disappeared and I, Ishizaki, and Albert were just kind of there. I guess Ayanokoji didn't leak some shit. We didn't put any cameras so I guess he couldn't have got footage but still.

How can I find that asshole! Wait, wait, I got it! The GPS feature! Hehe, I'm so big brain.

I tracked him down near the railing that stared off into the distance with water right under it. He sat there.

Mio: Yo asshole!

Ryuen: Oh? Ibuki. You hear for my points?

Mio: The fuck? No!

Ryuen looked like some gloomy asshole as he just tossed his phone to me. I fumbled it in my hands for a second while I caught it.

Mio: What, so you're giving up now?!

Ryuen: Yeah. It's over Ibuki. Don't you get it?

Mio: So what the fuck are we going to do? That Tokito asshole can't lead us!

Ryuen: Kuku, so you say I'm a good leader once I finally give up. Just go hook up with Ayanokoji. Go moan for him now, not me.

Mio: Tch, you're pathetic! I don't want your damn points, just kill yourself you deadbeat!

I kicked him in the ass and he just went down. Goddamn him! Goddamn them all! I chucked the phone at Ryuen and I ran off with a flush on my face from the Ayanokoji comment, a thump in my heart as well. But red hot tears burned my eyes. Damnit, damn that asshole!

Kiyotaka Pov
It was almost time for my date with Sato but I had to meet up with a pathetic broken man: Ryuen Kakeru.

Ryuen was on the ground and I saw Ibuki sprinting away. I emerged from our behind a tree and walked forward as Ryuen finally picked himself up off the ground.

Ryuen: Came to make fun of me after beating my ass?

Kiyotaka: Maybe, maybe not!

Ryuen: Fucking monster.

Kiyotaka: Sooo, if you quit, I'll beat your ass harder than last night.

Ryuen shivered and put a hand to the many bandages that's ere on his beaten and swollen face.

Ryuen: Why did you bail me out?

Kiyotaka: Hmmmm? I dunno what you mean!

Ryuen: Well they found all the vomit, the blood and the empty water bottle cases on the rooftop. They did some testing and found out it was mine and Karuizawa left behind. So they reasoned some violence occurred. The old fart called me to the counseling room and he told me that they found the blood and shit. Then I kicked Ishizaki right in front of him so I thought my fate was sealed. That's when I heard about Karuizawa saying nothing happened. I know that bitch would have thrown me under the bus if she got the chance. You told her not to, didn't you?

Kiyotaka: Mm, maybe! But you better not quit on me, cause you were realllllly fun!

Ryuen: A psychotic monster I see. I'm going back to the dorms asshole. See you later.

Kiyotaka: Nope, one more thing Ryuen! Since you lost, I was thinking our classes could team up! We could defeat Class A in one destructive attack, whaddaya think?

Ryuen: I figured this is why you kept me around. But I'm meaningless here. I lost.

Kiyotaka: You're giving up after one loss? That's sad.

Ryuen: Shaddup. Ichinose has no chance of beating Sakayanagi so I guess it falls to us.

Kiyotaka: What are you going to do about Manabe?

Ryuen: Her? She's a thorn in my side, an annoying one, but she's a sacrificial lamb. Your traitor lost heavy influence in the class. I'm sure you've seen it. Do you even care?

Kiyotaka: Not especially. She was took to be broken and was a means to an end. We both know she's useless. I'll still hold onto her, just in case.

Ryuen: Bold bastard. See ya around, monster.

Ryuen stood up and left me sitting there. So he was staying! Now time for the date.

Sato: Yahooo, Ayanokoji-Kun, over here!

Sato shouted my name out as I walked to the entrance of the mall. She was dressed in a nice peach colored jacket and had some earmuffs and a winter hat on. It was cold out and I was wearing a gray jacket with a bright blue scarf wrapped around my neck.

Kiyotaka: Oh, hey Sato-San! How's it going?

Sato: Oh it's going good! How about you?

Kiyotaka: I'm doing great thank you. How long were you waiting, it's pretty cold out and I hate to think of you freezing out here.

Sato: Oh I totally just got here! Do you want to go grab a coffee before we go somewhere else?

Kiyotaka: Sure!

We walked into the mall and I could see the abundance of couples standing around. I saw Ike and Shinohara, Tachibana and Elderkita and a lot more couples. Ike save Shinohara from some slimy senpai that were hitting on her so she decided to take him on a date.

I glanced up and saw some single girls looking at Sato and I with sadness on their faces. I looked around and saw some figure hiding their face, but I could tell they were sending daggers at Sato. Weird.

Karuizawa: Ah, Maya-Chan! Ayanokoji-Kun! How's it going? Crazy to run into you two!

Karuizawa and Hirata came from behind us, arm in arm.

Sato: Hey Kei-Chan! We are on a date and it seems you and Hirata are too.

Karuizawa: Yeah, Yosuke and I are on a date today. And you guys are too? Wow the fan girls are going to die!

Sato: Heey, we should totes make this a double date! What do you say?!

Karuizawa and Hirata: Sure!

Kiyotaka: No objection!

This date was now a double date. A double date from hell maybe...

Author: Who are you rooting for? Sato? Karuizawa? Or some other option like Kushida! I'm rooting for her personally~Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 67: Surprise

Ayanokoji Pov
We are skipping the date.

Well that was a date and a half. I enjoyed it, I hope everyone else did. I was standing outside in the snow as Sato was standing nervously in front of me. She was staring down at the ground nervously and her face was pink like Blossom from the Powerpuff Girls.

Sato: Ayanokoji-Kun, I just want to ask you: Can you be my boyfriend?

She shouted this out and I could feel the world stop moving. Every noise had stopped apart from the buzzing of the street lamp.

Kiyotaka: Oh-oh wow I'm flattered. But I don't know if I'm ready for a relationship with you...I mean not yet.

Sato: Not yet? What do you mean?

Kiyotaka: Well I mean I don't know who you really are Sato-San! So maybe we should get to know each other more so I could decide better! If you lose interest in me then I hope we can still be friends!

Sato: Y-yeah! I guess I'll have to try extra hard to win your heart!

Sato nodded and ran away. She was still sad but I was able to let her down softer than say throwing her to the floor. I did it in spite of our little spectator. I turned my eyes towards her.

Kiyotaka: You can come out now.

Karuizawa: You knew I was here the whole time?

Kiyotaka: Yeah.

Karuizawa emerged from the bushes with a bag at her side. The snow drifted and stuck in her hair and it made her shine like a Diamond. I guess you could say she was beautiful like diamonds in the sky.

Karuizawa: Merry Christmas.

Karuizawa handed me a blue paper bag with something heart shaped inside. I produced a brown paper bag from my coat and gave it to her. We both opened our gifts.

Kiyotaka: Chocolate? Thank you.

Karuizawa: Cold medicine?

Kiyotaka: You were in the cold for awhile so I thought you would need some.

Karuizawa: Oh thank y-you. Why did you have me help Ryuen? Shouldn't you have let him be expelled or something?

Kiyotaka: He has uses to me. A tool to be used.

Karuizawa: Am I also just a tool? Something
that you're gonna use and throw out?

Kiyotaka: Karuizawa, you are a tool, but an indispensable tool at that. I won't get rid of you, you have many uses.

Karuizawa nuzzled her face against my chest.

Karuizawa: I see...

We both silently walked together as night fell. When we were near the dorms, we saw a vending machine.

Karuizawa: Ooh I'm gonna get some coffee real quick be right back!

Karuizawa ran off to the bending machine and as I was about to follow her to get my own coffee, I suddenly heard a noise slowly approaching.

Clack

Clack

Clack

Sakayanagi: Celebrating Christmas with a tool I see?

Kiyotaka: Ah Sakayanagi-San! It's nice to see you outside! Doesn't that can't make it hard not to slip on the ice though?

Sakayanagi: How cordial. I merely was waking by when I saw you and your tool walking around.

Kiyotaka: So did you go on a date with Katsuragi?

Sakayanagi: Fufufu, no no. He was busy. Besides that spits reserved for someone else~

She licked her lips seductively and I rolled my eyes and made an audible sigh.

Sakayanagi: I'll bury you one day, "Masterpiece"

Kiyotaka: Oh yeah? Well we will see Sakayanagi. But you Amy not like who is buried first.

Karuizawa finally returned as Sakayanagi left and we soon split ways as I went to my dorm room. It was a tiring day so I was going to hav a date with Bed-Chan immediately. As I clicked open my door, I registered the big box in the center of my room. The box was wrapped delicately with pink and blue wrapping paper and many holes were poked in as if whatever inside was alive and needed to breathe.

I gingerly approached and inspected it from all angles. It didn't look like it was rigged with a trap somewhere outside the present. I placed my phone down as I began to slowly peel back the wrapping paper. The blue and pink lay on the ground and I slowly opened the box...

Kikyo: Hohoho, Merry Christmas!

Kikyo popped out of the box with a Santa hat on and Santa cosplay to boot. She threw her arms out and around me as she pulled me close to her.

Kiyotaka: Kikyo?! What are you doing?

Kikyo: A Christmas surprise you idiot! What did you think it's the Easter Bunny?!

Hornykoji: Well you would look hot in bunny girl cosplay...

Kikyo: Excuse you?

Kiyotaka: Nothing! How did you even set this up?

Kikyo: Hmph! Well I had Horibitch and Kokoro help me with the box and wrapping paper as well as food!

She pointed to an empty ramen bowl on the floor of the box.

Kiyotaka: I see...Why are you here though? If you had something to give me, you could have just done it a different way.

Kikyo: Well this was the coolest way I could think of!

Kiyotaka: Oh well I got you something cause I'm a nice person. Unlike you.

I walked into my closet and picked up a stuffed cat I had found at the store one time. It reminded me of Kikyo because cats are so devilish but so endearing as well.

Kikyo: Awh it's so cute!

Kiyotaka: You're welcome, cause I'm a good person.

Her reaction seemed like she had already seen it though...weird. Had she predicted me?! Impossible! Perhaps I need to do some recalculating.

Kikyo: Welp, time for me to go home! Well, I still have to give you my gift.

From her clothes she produced a box of chocolates tied to a teddy bear and a t-shirt with the masks that our shown on banners for acting clubs. She blushed as she shoved them in my hands and she got out of her box. Suddenly Horikita began to call me.

Kikyo: Before you pick that up!

As I was about to look at Kikyo, I felt something warm and soft hit my cheek. I looked and saw Kikyo sprinting to the door like Sha-Lightning. ( Tdroti)

Did she just...kiss my cheek?!

I grabbed the phone and answered Horikita.

Kiyotaka: Yo. What's up.

Impeccable acting by me.

Horikita: Merry Christmas. Check your mailbox there are chocolates in there. And as a memory of me, a mathematical compass. The gift that keeps on giving.

Kiyotaka: Why are you all giving me chocolates?

Horikita: It's cheap. But another guess is that the Author who controls us is too lazy to have us give our own Christmas presents.

Kiyotaka: What?

Horikita: Hm? I didn't say anything.

Kiyotaka: You said something about an Auth-

Horikita: I don't know what you're talking about. Merry Christmas.

She hung up and I sat on my bed.

Kikyo just kissed me

Author: Happy Birthday to me! You all should feel blessed by my presence! Without me the Wattpad Cote library would have one less story! My contributions are marvelous. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Kushida and Horikita SS

Horikita Pov
I was reading a book in my room while I sat on my bed, a cup of tea on my bedside table. It was Christmas and Sudo had asked me out on a date earlier. He said it wasn't a date but I heard from Onodera who gave him the confidence that it was totally a date. My phone was charging besides me as I took a sip and flipped the page.

Ring ring

It was Kushida. If I ignore it, it will go away. If she is calling me then it cannot be good for me or anyone involved. I let it stop before it picked up again.

Ring ring

Please stop calling me this girl. I tried to ignore it as I slurped the last bit of tea from my cup. I guess I have no choice but to answer.

Kushida: Horikita-San! Merry Christmas!Glad that you could answer!

She would normally answer and call me a bitch but someone else must be with her.

Horikita: Kushida, Merry Christmas. What do you need that required you to call me twice.

Kushida: Hehe, well I was wondering if you could help me with something important.

Horikita: What is it.

I sighed as I realized I was stuck in this situation for good. Come on Suzune, all your years of self control, yoga and meditation will come in handy here.

Kushida: It's better if you come to my dorm. You know the number right?

Horikita: Ok yeah. See you there.

I put the phone down and bookmarked my current page. I walked to my closet and put on my coat and wrapped my scarf around my neck. I walked out of my room and down the hall.

When I entered the elevator, I saw Ibuki, Ishizaki, and another boy from Class D. I believe he was Tokito Hiroya. Ibuki and Ishizaki stop at his sides while he was scrolling on his phone. His gaze landed on me and smiled.

Tokito: Horikita-San right?

Horikita: Yeah that is me. I remember you from when I went to the fancy restaurant at Pallet.

Tokito: Yeah I remember you as well. As Class D's leader, it's only fair that we are on good footing.

Horikita: The leader?

Ishizaki: Yeah I beat up Ryuen! I was tired of his shit. And then Tokito took power. He's not as cruel as Ryuen so that's a good thing.

I noticed Ibuk glaring harshly at the ground while Tokito eyed me up.

Tokito: I want to exchange numbers with you Horikita. I have an offer for you.

Horikita: An offer?

Tokito walked over and lifted my chin up with his finger and gazed into me eyes. Ishizaki attempted to hide his laughter while Ibuki remained her same angry self.

Tokito: Are you satisfied with Ayanokoji being your boss? I have a feeling you could be much better...

Horikita: Are you trying to get me to revolt against him?

Tokito: No obviously not! I was just saying, I could help you in the coming exams while you take control for a bit. Then the class will make to leader. Then you can pay back our favors, what do you say?

Horikita: I refuse. Why should I disrupt our class in such a way?

Tokito: Don't you want to impress your older brother?

Horikita: I-

Tokito: C'mon Horikita. Let the offer sink in.

He handed me a sticky note with his number on it. Do I care about catching up to my brother that much to me? I don't know if he does to me anymore. I respect him still but I don't know if I still respect him as much. I feel like to catch up to him, I have to let go of him.

I handed the note back to Tokito and walked out as the elevator opened.

Horikita: I'm not interested in whatever you're offering. Merry Christmas.

I knocked on Kushida's door and she opened it up in Santa cosplay. I saw Inogashira behind her with wrapping paper and a very large box.

Kushida: Merry Christmas!

Horikita: Merry Christmas.

I walked in and sat on the floor next to Inogashira who offered up a meek Merry Christmas. Kushida sat across from me.

Horikita: Why do you want me here? And what is the deal with this box?

Kushida: Well I'm going to surprise Kiyotaka with something. He's a good friend so I thought this would surprise him!

Inogashira: Y-yeah?

Horikita: Ok? Why do you need us?

Kushida: Because-

Kushida hopped into the box which was riddled with holes like Swiss cheese.

Kushida: I can't cut this wrapping paper and wrap this up myself!

My fate has been sealed. We started cutting and wrapping up the wrapping paper so the box looked better. Kushdia was really particular about how we wrapped as well how we cut it. She claimed that cutting the paper and taping it to specific edges made it look better. That was a lie but ok.

Kushida: Have you guys heard about Tokito from Class D? He's the new leader cause Ishizaki beat up Ryuen! And he is also being nice to all of them and even some of the girls like him! Though they still like Kiyotaka as well. Have you checked the boy rankings? Tokito's the #4 Ikemen! Kiyotaka's the #2 though...

Why does it sound like she is compensating for Ayanokoji?

Horikita: Tokito tried to convince me to help him with something and tried to use some move that was in a romance manga or something...

Kushida: Hm? What did he ask you?

It would be unwise to tell Kushida. She might twist it against me...

Horikita: He asked me about some information about my brother.

Kushida: Well are you almost done with the wrapping paper?

One Hour Later

Inogashira and I were carrying the wrapped box through the halls and to Ayanokoji's room. Kushdia opened the door and we quickly ran inside.

Kushida: Ok! I can finish up from here! Thank you! Oh and Horikita-San, Merry Christmas!

She handed me some chocolates and I walked away. As we close the door, I saw Kushida looking towards the closet.

Author: My Animal Crossing Island has never been better! I can back to it after like 6 months and did tons of renovation with it. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

The Great Candy Theft SS

Ayanokoji Pov
It was a few days since Christmas and I had received many gifts. Chocolates, books, plushies, porn magazines, and a strange gift from Kikyo. I don't know if a kiss is what best friends do but I guess we might be more than friends. A step beyond best friends? I don't know what are relationship is but in my mind we are still best friends at least. Well not exactly friends. She sees me as a friend, she is more of a toy to me.

I had an obsession though. With all the chocolates and candies I got, I am so addicted to it, even Ice Cream-Chan has a rival for my love. I had stored some over for a stash when I'm bored and as I walked into my kitchen, my heart stopped.

In that moment, my brain stopped moving, and it was almost like static began in my brain. On the ground was the opened chocolate box, empty with chocolate dripping. On the wall was the word "Bloodlust" written in chocolate.

Kiyotaka: NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOIOO

Kiyotaka: Do you know why you're here?

Shiina: Um, no? Did something bad happen?

Kiyotaka: Yes Shiina. Something bad did happen

I had gathered all the prime suspects in the crime. All those who had a motive and those who were in my room in the past few days:

Shiina, Ibuki, Ishizaki

Kikyo, Horikita, Karuizawa

One of these six are my chocolate. One of these six will face consequences.

Kiyotaka: I am not someone who enjoys being mean to hurting someone

Ibuki scoffs

Kiyotaka: But I just want to know who stole my chocolates.

Horikita: What?

Kikyo : I don't know if that is so bad.

Kiyotaka: If that is so bad? Kikyo, if I broke into your room and stole something important from you, how would you react?

Kikyo: I don't know?

Kiyotaka: How about you all look around the crime scene and we will convene in ten minutes to find the thief.

Ibuki: Why the fuck is Shiina here? She's too innocent she couldn't hurt a fly.

Kiyotaka: I know. But what if she asked for chocolates and you wanted to steal from me for some reason. There's no way of knowing who is innocent or who isn't.

Horikita: Let's get this over with...

10 minutes later

Horikita: What we need to figure out is when the chocolate was eaten.

Kiyotaka: I believe it was eaten at least a few days ago. I have been unable to inspect the kitchen and have mainly been eating fast food for a bit so I haven't gone to my kitchen.

Shiina: Um I don't know if that's right...

Shiina raised her hand. We all stood in a circle around my table while we put down pictures of the scene of the tragedy.

Shiina: The chocolate was a bit drippy so maybe it was done recently?

Kiyotaka: No that's wrong! I've been having my heat running so of course it would be drippy.

Kikyo: Ok, well then so who was in this room three days ago?

Karuizawa: I was on a date with Hirata!

Shiina: I was at the bookstore!

Ibuki: Ishizaki and I were with our class.

I turned my eyes to Horikita and Kikyo. Both of them looked at each other knowing the implications.

Kikyo: I think it was Horikita! She helped me with the surprise...

Her voice trailed off and she blushed furiously as she hid her face in her arm. It's not the time for that.

Horikita: When would I have had the chance?

Kikyo: Well I was in the box the whole time so you could have been in the room with me!

Horikita: That's a lie! You weren't in the box when I left. In fact, you were seemingly walking away from the box.

Kikyo: Wha-that's a lie!

Kiyotaka: Kikyo, is that true?

Kikyo: It isn't! I won't accept her lie! You gotta believe me?

Kiyotaka: I believe you...SIKE! IT IS PUNISHMENT TIME!

Kikyo has been found guilty!
Time for a punishment

Ibuki, Shiina, and Horikita leapt onto Kikyo and began to tickle her violently. They grabbed her sides and tickled as she laughed crazily.

Kikyo: No, no, hahaha, stop!

Sweet, sweet justice

Author: Not my best but I think it was good for a Danganronpa parody. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 68: Talent Show Exam

Ayanokoji Pov
Christmas break had come to a close while the next part of our school life would continue. In the sea of darkness that is this world is a microscopic flame. The one holding that flame is the elite, the people believed to lead the world into a golden age and climb the ladder up into greatness.

One thing I have observed by many stories is that these "elite" eventually fall. Whether by the hand of another elite, by the defectives, or even by themselves.

I have begun to wonder over the past few weeks about the goal of this school. To make an elite group of students who can lead Japan and the world to technological greatness through rigorous exams, mental trials, and social teachings. But what were the downsides of such educational tactics?

Heavy trust issues from the social game at play on this school. The paranoia of betrayal will haunt these elites through their life until their death. Immense stress is also a heavy influence on the students.

In Class A, they face an immense amount of stress from the many factors around them. The stress to preform the best out of anyone, to maintain their position at the top of the food chain lingers in their minds endlessly. The average Class A student probably has these thoughts.

On the other end of the Class Stress Spectrum Tm, the students of Class D. The stress of how they are in last, how they are defective, deemed useless. The scorn and hatred aimed at them is abundant as they are made fun of constantly, much at their expense. From what I observed, Class 2-D, and Class 3-D are in a pitiful state of depression.

They have been beat down by the other classes and the school system. They have lost all motivation and will to fight, mainly just drifting through day to day, putting guesses on who would be expelled on a giving exam. Their leaders are either outcasted by the many who believe it was their fault for their state, or are in a depression themselves. If Hirata had led our class and we had been given 0 points in the monthly allowance, Ike and Yamauchi would blame him. Many would blame him instead of looking inward on their own flaws and observing themselves. Hirata would then lose his will. The bullying from the other classes and his own would leave him bitter and resentful as he would give up and the class would lose itself.

Another thing to consider is the potential of unworthy Class A candidates. It has been probing in the past that Class B can overtake Class A and so on and so forth. What I mean is that a member of Class A could truly not be elite. Whether they were carried by far more qualified candidates or somehow mustered up the 20 million points required, they might be undeserving of the status of elite. For example, Yamauchi. Yamauchi is in Class B despite the fact that his grades, social awareness, and physical ability are abysmal, on par of, or even below that of a Class D student.

The benefits of this system are very close minded to the defects of the system. That's not to say that this isn't one of the best systems out there. While this system is flawed, it is still very efficient at churning out good, yet bad members of society.

The White Room philosophy is different however, it focuses on churning out a few members of society that are good. The ANHS system focuses on producing many elites, but the White Room system focuses on making a handful of elites. I've always been curious about which system is better. I wonder if I can be defeated by the system my father sought to defeat. I am the Crown Jewel of the White Room, and I wonder if there is anyone in the ANHS system who can oppose and even defeat me. I seldom faced defeat and many would say that is a good thing. I yearn for defeat however. Some might say it is petty, but I want to prove my fathers philosophy wrong. That, in the end, is my goal. To taste defeat by a worthy opponent, is my goal.

I stepped into the classroom and exchanged greetings with many as I went to my seat. Kikyo and Sato were a bit hesitant to greet me which was of course related to what happened over Winter Break. I sat down next to Horikita who was reading a book.

Kiyotaka: Hi Horikita. How was your break?

Horikita: It uneventful for the most part.

A bit of silence overtook us as she read her book. I gazed over at her and observed her black hair like coal. I looked over to her bag and saw she had her trusty compass and a bundled up scarf inside. It was still cold out as the season of Winter progressed. The Vernal Equinox was in March, the beginning of Spring, and the warmth was far away. The end of the school year was approaching in a few months and with it the promise of spring and new opportunities followed on its heels.

Horikita: Hey why are you staring at me?

Kiyotaka: Well I was wondering why you didn't ask me about my break. Isn't it considered what you are supposed to do?

Horikita: I didn't want to continue the conversation.

Kiyotaka: Ok but-

Horikita snapped her gaze over to me as I sighed and dropped it. Starting a battle with her was it what I needed.

Ike: Yo Koji!

Kiyotaka: Yo, what's up Ike?

Ike: Nothin, I was just uh wondering if you enjoyed those books I gave you.

Ah yes. The special magazines he and Yamauchi had gifted me. I had saved them in a special box that I had locked and under my bed. They were special informative magazines for teenage boys. Ike told me they were a cornerstone of childhood.

Kiyotaka: I haven't read them yet.

Ike: Well when you do, hold onto em. Cause when your kids want the information in those books, it's up to you as a father to deliver understand?

Kiyotaka: Right...

The bell rang and Ike waved me goodbye as Chabashira strode in. She removed her red marker and the audible sigh of frustration echoed through the full class.

Talent Show Special Exam

Nobody said anything as all their disbelief points were used on the last two exam reveals. Everyone was drained and they couldn't be surprised at this turn of events.

Chabashira: No complaints? Ike?

Ike: No. I think we all saw it coming.

Shinohara: I hate to agree with him but he is right.

Chabashira: Well this is an exam based off how well you can use your talents. Any talent can be used: singing, dancing, instruments, ventriloquism, acting, etc. You can use sports as a talent like Archery. However, you must pay for all the materials used in your talent presentation. Doing Archery will require you to buy the materials for it like the target, bow, etc. You can borrow it from the club as well, but the school will not regulate any terms that go with that transaction. The school will only step in if there was foul play or failure to follow through with the terms.

So the school will not regulate any transactions unless deemed unfair as to prevent students from scamming another. You could use any talent as well, so there are bound to be copycats.

Chabashira: In 2 weeks, you will show your talents to the Third Year teachers who will rate your performance on a scale of 1-10 Talent Points. 1 being the worst, 10 baking the best. Everyone in the class will show a talent unless they are unable to participate, in which case the class loses that opportunity for points. At the end once everyone has been judged, the total points will be added up per class. The classes will then compare points and the rewards go as follows:

1st-25 Class Points
2nd-10 Class Points
3rd- -10 Class Points
4th- -25 Class Points

Chabashira: Any attempts to sabotage the other classes will result in expulsion. Any attempt to bribe the judges will results in -10 Talent Points. That is all, remember, in two weeks, January 20th, that is when you present your talent. Good luck Class B.

Author: I know this idea has been milked to death to the point where I probably accidentally copied someone else's concept but for the life of me I could not understand the Mixed Training camp, no matter how I tried. Sorry about my weird update schedule lately, I'll be better. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 68.5: Kanzaki and Ichinose

Ichinose Pov
A Talent Show special exam? That could be something we win in! Most of the people in my class are really talented and the others are still impressive! Chie-Sensei left the room as I stood up to address the class.

Honami: Everyone! Let's discuss some things about this exam. Who here has a special skill they thought they could do?

Shibata raised his hand up with an energetic pump.

Honami: Shibata-Kun?

Shibata: I could do some soccer shots maybe. I could set up targets and shoot them with soccer balls.

Kanzaki: Do you think you could outclass Hirata from Class B? He might do the same thing.

Shibata: Well...Maybe?

Kanzaki: Than maybe you should think of something different. We need something impressive, something the other classes might not do.

Himeno: That's easier said than done.

Mako: Well yeah. Himeno-Chan, do you have any ideas?

Himeno: Eh? No not really. Maybe I could uh...do acting?

Kanzaki: Are you not taking this seriously?

Kanzaki shot a glare at Himeno who rolled her eyes as she took out her phone.

Shibata: C'mon Himeno, this is serious...

Himeno: I'm taking this seriously, don't act like I'm not!

Himeno slapped her desk and sent a glare Shibata and Kanzaki.

Honami: Guys, we can't afford to argue right now! Himeno please just communicate with us without glaring at us!

Himeno: Tch, fine.

Himeno plopped down into her chair and I breathed deeply. I've been practicing meditation so I've been capable of calming myself down.

I wonder how the other classes are doing. Ayanokoji's class is very strong so our ally will be fine. Class A is also likely going to be fine. I have observed and had some of my classmates observe them and their club involvement. Many of them are very talented in active, with many skills. They are Class A after all.

Class D is a mystery to me though. They don't seem to be too active and Ryuen was beat by "Ishizaki" but I doubt that a lot. I believe Tokito took control of Class D and I've seen some of their spies back to spying on us and every other class.

Class D has some talented individuals among them, but in the end, I believe we have the upper hand over them. I will not underestimate Class D. They are very skilled and have the ferocity to back it up, but at the end of the day, I believe my class's skill is just better! Well that sounds bad but I believe that's the truth.

Mako: Maybe I could do some gymnastics? I think the judges will like that, right?

Chihiro: Oh that sounds good! I could maybe do juggling!

Himeno: I could do a dance routine? I used to do ballet when I was younger...

Kanzaki: That's a good idea.

???: Yo, this is Class C right?

A knock on the door interrupted us and se all looked over. Ibuki, Ishizaki, and Tokito stood at the door.

Honami: Tokito, Ishizaki, Ibuki? What are you doing here?

Tokito: Hehe, sorry for the interruption I guess you guys were busy. I just wanted to talk to you guys.

Honami: Well we are kind of busy right now so-

Kanzaki: We can talk.

Kanzaki cut me off quickly and I looked over with a questioning look on my face. He gave me a look that said,"Just trust me."

Tokito: Really? Great, come with me.

We followed after him while I sent a message to Mako.

Honami: Can you lead the class in the discussion until I come back pls?

Mako: KK!

Honami: Thx.

It's time to focus on defeating Class D

Author: Ichinose not being a romantic only character and actually being menacing past island and zodiac exam? Yeah I feel like she was dealt an injustice in the main series and I'm gonna fix it! Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 69: Surprise Villain

Ayanokoji Pov
We had a few people decide what they wanted to do. I would play a piano piece, Kikyo would sing a song, Hirata would hit targets with a soccer ball, Akito would do archery, and there were a few other suggestions. As we were packing up for lunch, I received a message on my phone from Ichinose. She requested my and Horikita's presence in the cafeteria.

Kiyotaka: Yo, Horikita.

Horikita: What? Is this important?

She looked up from her book as I could feel the bloodlust in the room from my fans who were about to hop over desks like they were Olympic hurdles. I usually spend my lunch with the Ayanokoji group, Ike and Yamauchi on occasion, and many others. One of the groups was the girls like Mii-Chan, Sato, Shinohara, and Karuizawa. I noticed after Hirata and Karuizawa got together, more girls flocked to me.

Kiyotaka: Ichinose invited us. She said it was important.

Horikita: If that's the case than let's go.

She stood up and collected her things. A compass dropped from her bag and she bent over to get it. When she bent over, I caught a glimpse of her panties that were a dark shade of blue. Like midnight darkness.

Horikita, as if sensing my gaze, wheeled around and attempted to stab me with her compass. She glared at me with the look of death on her face like she wanted to kill me.

Kiyotaka: What did I do?!

Horikita: Don't act clueless you troll! Now decide: Suffer mentally? Or suffer in death?

Kiyotaka: I don't know what I did!

Horikita looked around so no one could hear us.

Horikita: You tried to look at my panties you pervert!

Kiyotaka: Your panties? No I never did!

I put on my best act and I faced deep into her eyes. She stopped to consider what I said, and my actions. I did look at her panties, but she doesn't know that. And it's not like I did on purpose. It was a reflex. As a teenage boy, I have hormones.

Hornykoji: You called?

Down boy down!

Horikita: If I ever catch you doing that again though, that means you get stabbed twice!

Kiyotaka: I'll make sure it never happens!

I turned around to go to the door but I felt a sharp pain in my arm...

We entered the cafeteria while I rubbed the open wound on my arm. Horikita had stabbed me with her compass after I turned my back. I still have much to learn when fighting Karens. We looked around and saw Ichinose and Kanzaki waving us down. We approached the table and sat down and opened up our lunch boxes.

Kanzaki: Ayanokoji, Horikita. Hello.

Ichinose: Hey guys how has your day been!

Kiyotaka: It's been good! But what did you ask us here for?

Horikita: It better have been important.

Ichinose: Don't worry, we wouldn't have wasted your time with class matters. It's about Class D.

Kiyotaka: No doubt you're referring to Tokito. I have had some people look around and tell me about him. Right, Horikita?

Horikita: Right. He offered to help me to try and take control of our class in exchange for favors down the line.

Ichinose: He hasn't reached out to us or at least to our knowledge any of our classmates.

Kanzaki: But we our sure we can trust most of our class besides Himeno.

Kiyotaka: That's smart. As much as I like my classmates, I can't be 100% that some of them are loyal or maybe some of them are being manipulated.

Ichinose: Oh yeah you did have a traitor problem. You fixed that though didn't you?

Kiyotaka: That's correct to assume. I fixed the problem and came to an understanding with the traitor.

Horikita: Yes...

Ichinose: Who was the traitor? And how did you deal with them?

Kanzaki: That's off topic. The topic is how do we deal with Tokito. He's a snake and a playboy.

Kanzaki shot me a look and Ichinose smiled nervously.

Horikita: Why did Ryuen leave the leader position in the first place? I haven't payed attention to the gossip.

Ichinose: Really Horikita-San, I thought you would know, hehe! Even Kanzaki-Kun knows and he isn't one to listen to gossip right?

Horikita: Is that so...

Horikita said with a sharp hook at the end and sharper glare at Ichinose who quickly covered her mouth.

Kiyotaka: Hehe, well it's fine right Horikita?

Horikita: Totally.

Kanzaki: Well the rumor says Ishizaki defeated Ryuen.

Ichinose: That's highly unlikely though right? In a 1 v 1 fight, Ryuen has won before multiple times.

Kiyotaka: Could it have been a sneak attack with a weapon?

Ichinose: If so, what kind of weapon would be at his disposal? Perhaps he borrowed something from the baseball club?

Horikita: Perhaps we should investigate. To find if it were Ishizaki or someone else.

Kanzaki: Perhaps it was Tokito and he put it on Ishizaki so if the school decided to take action Ishizaki would go down.

Kiyotaka: No Tokito or anyone would have known the school wouldn't interfere unless there were proof.

Ichinose: Unless there was proof? Maybe there was a witness!

Horikita: So do we find a witness, we could find the truth behind the fight and the true person who defeated Ryuen.

Kanzaki: So we should see what a Ishizaki would have used if any and also look through a witness.

Kiyotaka: But we can't be too overt about it. Someone might find it strange that we are searching so actively. So we have to keep this investigation on the down low.

Kanzaki: The question is how do we use the information afterwards.

Kiyotaka: As leverage? We could try to blackmail the fighter to control them.

Ichinose: Let's meet up after class and we can talk more!

We went back to our classes while I began to think. They were searching for X, who was me but it would be easy to get them off my trail. All I had to do was search and then make a fake story. There was no witness to the fight so that would be an easy red herring. With no witness, they can find no conclusion to the fight and therefore they cannot find out it was me. I just need to make sure I don't make anything slip, or if Ishizaki, Ibuki, and Albert tell someone else.

They will not find the truth

Author: Happy 4th of July! I did not make a mistake with Kanzaki and Ichinose saying Tokito didn't reach out to them. Watch out for the plot. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 70: Talking

Ayanokoji Pov
I was in my dorm room making myself dinner. The day had ended and so had the class strategy meeting. The Talent Show was all the rage now as many people were scrambling for what to do. This was very simple for those in a club like Akito, but for clueless like Yamauchi it was hard to come up with one idea. Even after coming up with an idea, there is no guarantee it will perform well. For example, someone could do the ability to tell anime girls strictly by their hair color, but that doesn't mean the judges will give that a high score. The options were limited for the untalented but for the talented the possibilities were endless.

Just because there are possibilities though, doesn't mean those will get good points either. Hirata wanted to do something relating to soccer, but there is no way to say a student like Shibata wouldn't do the same thing. Even if you are talented in what you chose, that doesn't mean someone else won't come along and be that much better. After all, many parents tell their children when they lose, it is because nobody is ever the best at anything, and that is true. No matter how perfect I claim to be, I can always find someone who is better than me at say trivia. No one can be the perfect human, that just goes against basic fact and experience.

I was chopping the vegetables while I had these thoughts. I sliced through the orange carrot in my and pushed it into the pot with my knife. I was making a stew that included vegetables. I still had to get to the meat but for now I was preparing the vegetables and my spice blend. I began to mix my various spices and poured them into the stew in the bowl. I scooped some up with a spoon and brought it to my lips and blew down on it. It was scorching hot from behind just on the stove but it tasted pretty good so it was worth the heat.

I had sat down on my phone for a second when I saw some messages in the class group chat.

Yamauchi: Idk what to do, I don't have just one talent to choose from!

Sato: Bro you got no talents lmao.

Shinogoblin: Lmao Sato-Chan your sooo right

Sotomura: You're*

Ike: Oop

I wonder what Yamauchi could do. He is anime obsessed so perhaps he could show off his trivia skills. It won't make a lot of points but considering who he is it's the only thing he can do. Ike could do survival skills so that's him down. Sotomura could show off his tech skills. These aren't the best talents to show off and if this was an actual Talent Show, they would lose disastrously but this isn't a normal talent show. This is The Talent Show of the Elite.

Knock

I heard a loud knock at my door and sighed. I had an entire movie night waiting for me but I suppose someone needed something of me. I quickly went into the kitchen and put the pot aside. It was ready to serve.

I opened the door to see a blonde beauty at the door, none other than my morally questionable friend, Kikyo.

Kiyotaka: Kikyo? Why are you here?

Kikyo: Sorry for stopping by unannounced. I was hungry and I know you make some good food so I came for some.

Kiyotaka: Oh well come in.

Kikyo walked in nervously and sat at the table while I went into the kitchen and began to pour the stew into different bowls. Kikyo was acting strange. The way she talked was different and she sounded more reserved and polite which was the opposite of how she usually acts around me. No doubt because of what happened on Christmas. I brought the bowls out and sat down across from Kikyo.

Kikyo: Mm, it tastes good.

Kiyotaka: Yeah...

I breathes a deep breath and looked up at Kikyo who was staring down into her food like it would jump up and attack her.

Kiyotaka: So we are both being awkward about it, but about what happened on Christmas.

Kikyo: Ohahaha yeah.

She was a good actor but I could still hear the nervous quiver in her voice. She looked up and looked into my eyes.

Kikyo: Well there is no use beating around the voice. I...I!

I think that's what best friends do!

Kiyotaka: Is that so?

I tilted my head as she began to speak again. I didn't know best friends did this...well then again, I've never had a best friend so I guess that makes sense.

Kikyo: Yeah! At least with best friends of the opposite sex. But you can't just do it to any best friend. Mhm, yeah they have to be of the opposite sex and it has to be started by the female. But the man can't ask to do it and you can't talk to anyone about it. It's a special rule that if spoken about it's like fight club. Oh and you can only do it with one best friend, so I already did it and you can't do it with anyone else. But being boyfriend and girlfriend is totally different things mhm yeah!

Kikyo seemed happy and energetic.

Kiyotaka: Good to know! I never knew that before!

Kikyo's thoughts

Kikyo: The fyuck how did that work?!

We ate our meal in piece and started talking like normal. It seems our best friend gap had been fixed with a simple explanation. As Kikyo packed up to leave, I decided to carry out my end of the best friend rule.

I moved forward and in one swift motion, kissed Kikyo on the cheek.

Kiyotaka: There! I did my end of the rule.

Kikyo: Haha, hsnsahauaijan. G'byeaaa.

Kikyo looked as red as a tomato and was speaking like a crazy woman and was muttering while she staggered back to the elevator.

Time to watch some rom-coms

Author: If you don't like this type of romance where it's stupid and one of them might be yandereish...then no. I like doing this and that's the dealio for realio. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 71: Kikyo's realization

Kikyo Pov
It was after I had visited Kiyotaka and my face was still red like someone had slapped me hundreds of times in the face. I raised my shaking hand to the place on my cheek where Kiyotaka's kiss had landed. I could still feel the warmth on my cheek from when he had kissed me. Then again, that could also be the warmth on my cheek from blushing but it feels much better to pretend it's from Kiyotaka. I think I understand why I feel this way for him! I think I like that total idiot.

But if that is true, when did it start?

My mind flashed through all the times I've blushed, been jealous, or stole-I mean borrowed things. Adding up all of these incidents, it's clear to see that I'm a freak in love!

Horikita: Oh. How unpleasant.

Interrupted from my thoughts, the Horibitch entered the elevator. Wait, where am I even going? When I entered the elevator, I didn't hit the right button did I?

Kikyo: Oh you.

I checked and saw we were heading to the lobby.

Horikita: Talking to anyone recently? Anyone you like?

She pointed at my face and my hand went up to my cheek that was still bright red.

Kikyo: Nope! All of the boys are disgusting so I could never!

I still spoke in my bubbly persona in case the elevator suddenly opened up.

Horikita: Ok, what about the girls?

I pretended to laugh while holding back the urge to snap Horikita's neck. Of course this pretentious ugly cow would want to know all the details like that Shinorc bitch (Shinohara)

Kikyo: Nope! I was just working out on my room a little bit so I'm a bit hot.

Horikita: I see...

Kikyo: So what are you doing out so late?

I turned my head to her and stared deeply into her eyes.

Horikita: I'm going to get some coffee. I'm reading a book and coffee always goes well with it.

Kikyo: Aren't you supposed to ask me what I'm going out so late?

Horikita: I'm not interested in knowing what you want to do.

Kikyo: Well since I worked out, I'm quite thirsty, so I'm going to get some juice! We can walk together, Horikita-San!

I wrapped my arm around hers and she rolled her eyes and attempted to push me off. I wrapped tighter in response and pressed my volleyballs into her arm. She grimaced at me. She isn't happy that it's me instead of Ryuen. Well Ryuen doesn't have boobies but close enough. The elevator door opened and she proceeded to speed walk to try to get me to fall off and embarrass myself but I held on and kept up speed with her.

Kikyo: So let's talk girl talk! Who do you have a crush on?

Horikita: Let's not.

Kikyo: Ok just answer who your crush is.

Horikita: No I'm not going to.

Kikyo: Just answer it!

Horikita: I don't have a crush on anyone now let go of me!

She shook against me roughly and managed to shake me off. I threw myself to the ground and landed on my butt. I immediately spread my legs out in a lewd position where any Yamauchi could pass by and see my underwear.

Horikita: What are you doing?

Kikyo: Ow! I hurt myself, help me up!

Horikita: You aren't hurt. Now get up.

She was already walking away.

Kikyo: Someone could come by and rape me! You don't want to have that on your conscience.

She sighed and turned around. She grabbed my arm and ripped me up off the ground so fast that I had to catch myself. Jeez, if I hadn't caught myself, I would have smacked the ground hard.

Kikyo: Hey! I could have hit my face on the ground!

Horikita: At least I helped you up. I could have left you to be raped.

Kikyo: Wow thank you.

I rolled my eye's sarcastically as we walked to the vending machine.

Hmmm, apple juice seems nice, or maybe milk? I was thirsty for something. Maybe I should go back to Kiyotaka's room and do some Hentai~No, what the hell Hornyshida?!

I got some milk and took a deep slurp of it and sat down. Horibitch got her coffee and immediately sped off. Not that I cared, I got some fun out of pissing her bitch ass off. I was just enjoying my milk when the second annoyance of the night appeared.

Ike: Oh, Kushida-Chan!

Shinorc: Oh hiiii, whatcha doing?

Kikyo: Shinohara-Chan, Ike-Kun! I'm just having a drink cause I was thirsty after working out.

I flexed my muscle and laughed while Shinorc and Ike approached me. They both sad beside me.

Ike: Being squeezed by Kushida-Chan's thighs...

Shinorc: That's nice! I was on my home when I ran into the troll behind me and we decided to walk back together.

Ike: Who are you calling a troll, ugly? I was the one who graced you with my presence! Now be grateful!

Shinorc: Yes hanging out with the disable deserves a medal. So I am adding something shiny to my wall soon!

Hanging out with either of you deserves a medal and a one-way trip to Hawaii you bitch.

Kikyo: So when are you two getting together?

Shinorc: PFFFT, WHAT?!

Ike: KUSHIDA-CHAN, WHAT DO YOU MEAN?!

Shinorc: I used to volunteer to help old people, but I would never date one!

I used to help old and ugly people but I never talked to one for more than a month but here you are beside me.

Ike: I'm old?! If I'm old, you must be ancient!

I decided to skip off with a quick goodbye and went off into my room for the night. This was a long, confusing day. I reached under my bed and took our Kiyobear and held him close to my chest.

What am I going to do with my feelings?

Author: I'm going to try and make longer chapters since I've been falling back on shorter lengths but I'll give longer chapters soon. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 72: The Third Year Battlefield

Ayanokoji Pov
Wandering the school halls was a nice experience. I had just had lunch with some of my classmates and was walking around the halls for no reason, no goal in mind. It was quiet in the hall and the only thing I could hear was my feet on the floor and the occasional gust of wind as the sound would echo through my mind.

I reached a corner where saw a storage closet to my right. I was about to walk away when I heard a clatter from inside the closet. It sounded like a broom fell over and hit something else causing that to fall over in a chain reaction. I slowly turned my head and approached the closet. I could hear the things that fell over were being put back into place and something else shuffle towards the door.

I looked around but there was nowhere for me to hide in this empty hallway. I could run but the person inside could hear me and see me running. I resolved to sit against the wall and see who or what came out. The door opened and a Third Year I knew quite well stepped out.

Tachibana: Ayanokoji? What are you doing here?

Kiyotaka: Tachibana-Senpai, this is a public hall y'know.

Tachibana: Well yeah I guess. What I meant is why are you walking around, shouldn't you be eating lunch?

Kiyotaka: I could ask you the same thing.

Tachibana: I already ate my lunch.

Kiyotaka: In a storage closet?

Tachibana: Yeah. I was talking to someone about class matters over the phone and I was eating lunch so I went into the closet. I just finished the call which is why I left.

Kiyotaka: Ok. See ya around.

I couldn't tell her I heard no speaking from inside the closet because then she would know I was eavesdropping. I noticed her cheeks were red and puffy like she was just crying and her eyes were red. I might talk to Elderkita about it, perhaps he would know. After all, there really isn't much to worry about primarily with the talent show since the only strategy is making sure the class is efficient. I wouldn't mind asking Elderkita and maybe he could help Tachibana with whatever she is going through.

I continued back to the classroom and sat down as our next teacher walked in for the next period. The class was going to practice talents after school in the auditorium but we needed to be fast to make sure the other classes wouldn't take it before we could get there.

Timeskip

The class has arrived a few minutes after the bell rang and we were all happy to see no other class had gotten here yet. We began to get the things we needed ready. Ken was getting some basketballs, Akito his archery equipment, etc. As I was getting a keyboard out I heard a loud groan from the back of the auditorium.

???: Ah fuck they got here first!

I peeked my head from behind the corner and saw Class A in the back of the auditorium standing by the doors with annoyed looks on their faces. Yahiko was the one who shouted about it and Katsuragi gave him an annoyed look.

Ike: Sorry losers we got here first!

Yamauchi: Suck it dweebs!

Yamauchi and Ike sneered at the newcomers and everyone else all rolled their eyes, including us in Class B.

Sakayanagi: I didn't know clowns had to practice, I thought they just knew what they're doing.

Hashimoto: Yeah when I go to a circus they don't rehearse in front of me!

Sakayanagi and Hashimoto sent insults down the rows of seats towards Ike and Yamauchi. They both were doing something related to the circus, juggling and balloon art, so it just checked out I suppose.

Kiyotaka: Sorry but no matter how many insults you throw we aren't giving the spot up to you. So you can some back tomorrow!

Kamuro: Well you heard him, I'm going back to my room.

Hashimoto: No you aren't!

Sakayanagi: Yes, Hashimoto is correct. How about we sit down and enjoy the show?

Sakayanagi smiled wickedly as everyone began to sit down in the chairs in the back.

Ken: Oi, get outta here! We're practicing!

Yahiko: Shut it monkey. There's no rule against us waiting for you to stop practicing. So go on monkey, just pretend we aren't here.

Everyone began to share glances with each other, because they were right, we couldn't kick them out for waiting. Horikita approached me behind the curtain while I just looked around at everyone.

Horikita: What do you suggests we do? We can't allow Class A to have an advantage over us.

Kiyotaka: That's right. Sakayanagi knows exactly what she's doing.

Horikita: We need to practice though, so what do you propose we do, Mr. Leader?

Kiyotaka: Mr. Leader? That's new. I never knew you had the capacity to make a nickname.

She kicked my leg.

Kiyotaka: Ow.

Horikita: That didn't hurt you did it?

Kiyotaka: It didn't. I just had an idea...

In the under-the-stage area, there was plenty of room where a few of us could fit and practice with each other. I had this idea because most stages have this area under it, like Phantom of the Opera. The school was similar to it in that it has this under the stage area. We moved a small desk down and had the person step up and preform the talent. It was going well through the evening until a sandbag landed on Yamauchi, but he was fineish. We all dispersed to a very irked Yahiko who was enraged standing at the door.

Yahiko: That isn't fair! You were supposed to leave!

Ike: Woah bro, why you acting like a little bitch?

Yamauchi: Lmao, L, hey wrecked, scrub.

Shinohara: Why are you talking like that?

Yamauchi: I think yo tripping Fr Fr lol.

Yahiko: We're gonna blow you outta the water stupid!

Kiyotaka: Keep dreaming! See ya later!

I walked past and he tried to stick out his foot but I side stepped it and everyone laughed at him. The rest of Class A even laughed apart from Katsuragi who sent me a glare.

It was late that night and I was eating chips in my room with some soda. I had gotten back from watching anime with Sotomura and Kaneda and Sotomura gave me some Salt and Vinegar chips, the best kind and I will die on this hill.

As much as I would love to relax and eat chips, I have someone to talk to.

Elderkita: Ayanokoji? What do you need?

I called Elderkita at around 10pm. I could here the dishwasher running in the background of the call.

Kiyotaka: Sorry did I interrupt you?

Elderkita: No. What happened?

Kiyotaka: Ok well something is wrong with Tachibana.

I could hear a surprised sound on the other end.

Elderkita: Really? What happened?

Kiyotaka: I found her crying in the storage closet earlier and I'm worried about her. Did something happen?

Elderkita: Don't pretend you are. But anyways, there is a new exam the third years are working on. Us and Class B have teamed up on the group project and there are some Class B girls that started almost like a clique. They are causing a problems and they roped Tachibana into it. I thought she did it if her own volition, but I suppose she definitely didn't.

Is he that dense?

Kiyotaka: Well you should talknto her about it. I think she would appreciate it.

Elderkita: Thank you. Bye.

Author: Uh idk what to write here. I'm still going to. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 73: Fallen Down

Kiyotaka Pov
It was the day after I talked to Elderkita and everything was going smooth. I talked to people, sat bored in my classes, etc. Now I had to preform my student council duties. We hadn't met up in awhile so we were going to be having a meeting now. Nagumo had refused to tell us what it was actually for, instead saying it was important and necessary for all of us.

I had rounded a certain corner when I heard the sound of something falling in front of me. I looked down and saw Yamauchi bending over someone. I saw a cane on the ground to the side and instantly connected the dots: Sakayanagi.

Kiyotaka: Sakayanagi? Yamauchi? What happened here?

Yamauchi: Oh hey Koji. I was just uh walking around and I walked into S-Sakayanagi-Chan.

I chuckled out loud (if only I could truly) and walked over to the two of them while Yamauchi began to help Sakayanagi up.

Sakayanagi: Thank you Yamauchi-Kun.

Sakayanagi wrapped her small hands around Yamauchi's hand and leaned close in. She threw herself onto his chest and I saw her look up at him with an embarrassed look. Yamauchi turned his eyes away from the embarrassed version of Sakayanagi.

Sakayanagi: Oh sorry I tripped while getting up.

Yamauchi: Oh haha, it's fine Sakayanagi-Chan.

Yamauchi let her stand up before walking away from the two of us with a smile on his face. Meanwhile Sakayanagi turned her eyes to me and I dropped my facade for her.

Sakayanagi: Where are you heading to? I thought you would be out with your "friends?"

Kiyotaka: No, I have student council duties.

Sakayanagi: How unfortunate.

Kiyotaka: It's not too bad if I shut off my mind.

Sakayanagi: Ichinose-San joined the student council a little bit ago, right?

Kiyotaka: Yeah, she did join.

Sakayanagi: I could have sworn she got rejected though, so I wonder if Nagumo-Senpai taking control has anything to do with her new admission.

Kiyotaka: Yes, she was rejected from the council, but right after Horikita-Senpai resigned and Nagumo-Senpai taking control he added Ichinose to the student council.

Sakayanagi: I wonder why he accepted her though. If she was rejected before, that same reason would also be the same to reject her now right?

Kiyotaka: Are you saying she had to give him something in return? If so, that's certainly a plausible explanation but I wonder what she could have given him.

Sakayanagi: Well she is the bank of her class, so it would make sense.

Kiyotaka: The bank...?

Sakayanagi: Yes her Class entrusts a certain amount of points from their allowance into her account for emergency purposes. I wonder if she used those funds to bribe Nagumo-Senpai.

Kiyotaka: I doubt she would be able to give him any amount of money, after all, he has one of the highest point counts in the second year, perhaps even the whole school.

Sakayanagi: I assume there would be a contract in place with many others to ensure a constant point flow to his own account.

Kiyotaka: Then they must be unable to tell people. I've never heard of such a contracts existence besides rumors with no concrete evidence, so many have ignored them as rumors.

Sakayanagi: At least we ruled out Ichinose's misuse of funds when it comes to council duties.

Kiyotaka: You want to say something else don't you.

Sakayanagi: Fufufu, yes j was just about to get to that part. I'm sure I already know your answer but do you think it was good for Class C to trust Ichinose-Sam so wholeheartedly?

She put her hand up to her chain to mimic a thinking position.

On paper, it is certainly a good idea, however most things on paper don't end up working out the way it was intended.

This is one such idea, that works out in theory but when put into practice it can prove that people can be corrupted.

Absolute power corrupts absolutely a wise philosopher said. But Ichinose is an exception this this rule I guess.

Kiyotaka: I'm sure if any other group of people tried it, it would be bad, but it seems Ichinose and her class are the exceptions. And I don't think Ichinose is so selfish as to scam her own classmates.

Sakayanagi: That is a correct way in seeing it. But I wonder if her kindness is going to be her undoing...

Kiyotaka: Perhaps...

Sakayanagi: Well I'm sorry for wasting your time but thank you for humoring me. Goodbye Ayanokoji-Kun.

I looked at Sakayanagi who was beginning to walk away. I equipped my persona and began to walk away.

Opening the door to the council room, I heard many voices say hello to me. I closed the door behind me and sat down at my seat at the table. Nagumo-Senpai was at the head, Nazuna and Kiryama at his sides, then Ichinose and I sitting across from each other next to them.

Nagumo: Sup Ayanokoji.

Nazuna: Hiiiiii.

Ichinose: Hello!

Kiyotaka: Oh am I the last one here? Sorry!

Kiryama: No we were just early. Now should we start?

Nagumo: Yeah. Here's the new paperwork everyone, let's get to it, then we can get some drinks on me!

We all started to go through our papers and signing different forms and nothing was interesting, I was mainly just signing things for Nagumo and Kiryama.

Nagumo: Did you guys here? There's a new bathhouse that's almost done being built!

Nazuna: Ooh? That's so cool! We should go there sometime!

Nagumo: Pretty sure they aren't coed though.

Kiryama: Why would they be?

He sent an annoyed reply back to Nagumo and the table fell back into silence until I took another paper.

Kiyotaka: Oh Nagumo-Senpai, a group of Third year girls from Class C are asking for a Class Trial against some girls from 3-B. Will you be attending or should someone else? I'll go if you want me to!
Nagumo scratched his chin and looked at Ichinose and then at me. He was considering which of us to go to the trial.

Nagumo: Hm, I guess I can take you with me!

Kiryama: I never thought you would take interest in that. It's quite rare for the president to preside over the meetings.

Kiryama-Senpai shuffled some papers while Nagumo-Senpai leaned back in his chair with an amused expression.

I was satisfied though. These Class B girls were probably the same that are messing with Tachibana.

Nagumo: I'm interested in the case that's all.

Nazuna: From just a few lines? It wasn't that interesting to me. A cut and dry probably the girls just being jerks to each other. It happens all the time, right Honami-Chan?

Ichinose: Yeah I guess. There could be something more to it but what Kiryama-Senpai said makes it stranger, Nagumo-Senpai.

Nagumo: No I just find it interesting, don't you Ayanokoji?

Kiyotaka: I agree with you. I just want to help out you know? Find the truth and help the victim out, if there is one.

I curled some of my hair around my finger as I laid back in my chair and looked at my almost-done stack of papers.

Nazuna: Such a noble cause. Or is it because guys watching cat fights?

Ichinose: Mhm, yeah that's definitely it!

Nagumo: Heh, I can't deny I like watching cat fights.

Nazuna: See Honami-Chan? You can't trust some of the boys at our school!

Ichinose: Ehehe, I don't know if that's true, Nazuna-Senpai.

Nagumo chuckled menacingly at the head of the table.

Nagumo: Maybe it's just cause you've had so many boyfriends who ditch you, maybe that's why you can't trust boys.

Nazuna gasped and looked at Nagumo and looked at him with a glare before laughing.

Nazuna: That isn't true!

Nagumo: Admitting to being single? How sad Nazuna, I thought you had lots of romantic experience?

Nazuna: W-well there's a difference between experience and advice, right!

Kiyotaka: Yeah, totally.

Nazuna: Not you too! Honami-Chan, back me up here!

Ichinose: Sorry Nazuna-Senpai. You're on your own!

Nazuna looked embarrassed as we all laughed at her expense. We finished the paperwork with idle and chatter and began our walk to Pallet for some drinks.

We sat at the counter and began to order some drinks and engaged in small talk.

Ichinose: What are you guys going to do after graduation?

I already knew where I was going but I couldn't tell them that. I could say I'm going to university for more education, which isn't entirely a lie.

Kiryama: I'm going to go to university. Become a lawyer.

Nagumo: I'll probably try to find work after.

Nazuna: I dunno, but definitely no more school!

Ichinose: I'll go to university!

Kiyotaka: Same here.

Nazuna: Isn't it too early to be thinking about that stuff? You're still first years.

Kiryama: No, it's better if they think to the future. It's responsible, unlike some of the other first years who don't know what they are doing.

Knowing what you want to do is a good thing, but at the same time it can also be sad. I don't know what my future has in store. In fact...

I don't know what I want

Author: Bathhouse scene coming soon, so get ready to usher your roommates out! We are all excited for Albert-Chan~Be prepared! Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Chapter 73.5: Who's Gonna Pay For The Drinks?

Ayanokoji Pov
We were finishing up our drinks in our seats and engaging in more small talk while Nagumo was scrolling through his phone with little talking from him.

Nazuna: So like I was saying, Akabane-Sensei just walks into class like nothing happened!

Ichinose: Well Chie-Sensei shows up drunk so I mean I think she's more of a party animal.

Kiyotaka: Yeah, Hoshinomya-Sensei is just crazy. If your party is boring, get Hoshinomya-Sensei on the case. She'll also get wasted so nobody else does.

Nazuna: Miyabi, back me up here! Akabane-Sensei would get a party shutdown right?!

Nagumo: Yeah.

Nazuna: Are you even listening?

Nazuna slapped Nagumo's arm and he rolled his eyes.

Nagumo: Well I was just looking at something Nazuna. So just converse with everyone else.

Kiryama: Well I think it's time we should go. Nagumo.

He raised his head.

Nagumo: What?

Kiryama: The drinks. You have to pay for them.

Nagumo: Why do I have to?

Ichinose: I thought you would pay for them?

Nagumo: I never said I would, what are you guys talking about?

The chaos promptly ensued.

Kiryama: Goddamn it! We should have recorded it, come on!

Kiyotaka: You're paying for the drinks, I swear on all things holy!

Nazuna rolled up a magazine and began smacking Nagumo in the back of the head while screaming bloody murder.

I leaned over to Ichinose.

Kiyotaka: We're so lucky this place is always so crowded and loud.

Ichinose: We would totally have been kicked out and yelled at!

Nagumo: Ow, ouch, damnit!

Nazuna: Pay smack for smack the drinks!

Nagumo: Fine I'll pay!

The assault stopped and Nazuna sat back down and smiled like she didn't attack him. Kiryama gave her a look of surprise but just shook his head and looked back to glaring at Nagumo.

Nagumo: Let's play a game first! Loser pays!

Nazuna: No.

Nagumo: Yeah let's do it! For the dominant does not pay and the loser does!

Nazuna: No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, you're paying for the drinks!

Kiryama: Let's just play the game already!

Everybody stared at him with blank faces, and we just...

~Staaaaaaaaaaaaaarreeeeeeee~

Kiryama: What?

Kiyotaka: It's just so...odd. It's off to see you agreeing to play a game that Nagumo-Senpai made, and to play WITH him, it's just so surprising!

Kiryama: Give me a break. Let's just get this over with.

Nagumo: So let's play some Old Maid! The person who loses will pay for the drinks, ok?

Ichinose: Sure.

Nazuna: Who do you predict is going to lose?

Kiryama: Why would you care? It doesn't matter who he thinks is going to lose right?

Nazuna: Miyabi has always predicted who loses card games! He's never wrong, it's crazy!

Nagumo thought to himself and he looked at everyone at the table. He lifted up his finger and pointed it across the table: At me.

Nagumo: Ayanokoji is going to lose and pay for the drinks.

Kiyotaka: Bro who are you lying to? You're going down!

Nazuna: I should have known both of you two would go at it like this. Period.

Kiryama: Contain yourself Asahina.

Nagumo: Should we start?

Kiyotaka: No we're gonna sit around here for the next hour. Yes we should start!

Nazuna: Miyabi's just nervous he's going to pay~

Nagumo: Eh?

Nagumo looked over at Nazuna with a curious expression as he began to deal the cards.

Nagumo: You've never doubted my predictions before?

Nazuna: Just a gut feeling.

Nagumo: I see. So if I win, you'll also have to pay with Ayanokoji.

Nazuna: Well...

Nazuna looked at me.

Nazuna: Sure! Let's do it. I'm counting on you Kiyotaka-Kun.

Kiyotaka: Thanks for the stress on my back.

The game began and we all started matching our pairs. If I ended up with the Odd Queen, I would pay, but if anyone else ended up with it, they would pay...

Nagumo: So which card will you choose?

Nagumo put the cards face down on the table and everyone watched. I had to get one card and I would be ok, but if I picked the wrong one, I was going to have to pay for something Nagumo was saying he would pay for. A bit unfair but whatever.

Now this seemed like a 50/50 shot to everyone except me. Thought the course of the game, I noticed something peculiar about some of the cards: They were marked. It was very small, barely noticeable, but it was there. It marked the Joker, and other cards. It made sense that he was able to predict the loser since he could easily manipulate the cards via his luck. He was counting on my being screwed by the cards but I operated around the cards the whole game.

I extended my hand out and got the card. The card that would make me win. I paired my cards and put them down, leaving Nagumo with the Old Maid.

Nagumo: Uh...

Nazuna: Amazing!

Kiryama: Ayanokoji won.

Ichinose: Yahooooooo!

Nagumo gave me a devious smile and paid the bill...GOT A NUMBER ONE VICTORY ROYALE-

Author: Yeah Fortnite we bout to get down, get down! Have a great day and see you next time I update!

Horikita Manabu SS

Manabu Pov
What do people want to do when they grow up? Astronaut? Actor? Baseball Star? Limitless answers to a small question. But this is the one question I've never been able to answer in my life. Of course I've always been asked this by classmates, teachers, my parents, even Suzune. I've been asked so many times and I've always wondered why I couldn't answer that question despite the fact that mode of not all of my peers could answer that question.

Later on, all the other children who couldn't answer the question were able to decide what they want to do. Yet I had not the slightest clue of anything. I felt like when I sat in my chair and thought about it, it was just like drawing and erasing a picture on a white board. I could think of some career that would suit my skills, but I lacked any feeling for it. Not interest nor animosity, simply nothing.

I want to ask for advice, but when I turn around, I see no one who could answer it. I've never had friends to rely on. The people in my class around me go to lunch with each other, get food after school, but I would just eat lunch by myself. After awhile in my 1st Year, people stopped trying to befriend me. The boys in my class would frequently approach me but I could not find a care to participate in anything with them. Am I too busy? Yes. Am I too nervous? No. I address people all the time, I speak to crowds and give-gave, reports to the student council. People look up to me and try to chase after me; my own flesh and blood, my sister tries to chase after me, but I don't think I'm that good of a role model.

That's why I avoided her. She kept her hair long because I said I liked long hair. She disassociated from other kids in her class just like me to focus on her studies to be like my shadow, just another studious Horikita. But that's not a way to live. I regret my life. I just wish that Suzune would follow her own path. Even if it requires me to be left in the dust...

Author: Sorry for the lack of content as of late, I've just been super tired and then I had to fight for Team Strawberry as I should. Have a great day and see you next time I update!

The Great Restart

Author: The title is as it says. I want to restart this. As of late I just feel like I've screwed up and so many people are telling me that I have. I want to make this where it's consistent and people like it, which is why I'm resetting this fic. This version will stay but I'll publish another fic with the same premise where I will go over the issues. List some of the problems you had and anything you want to see happen, and I'll take that into consideration. Have a great day, and see you on another fic!

The other fic is out go check it out! See you there!