Season 3 Episode 1
A convoy of buses representing ANHS are driving on the road and in one of the buses are the students of Class D and their homeroom teacher. (We already know their names so no need for intros)
The atmosphere sure is mixed with Ike looking behind to talk to Sudou who looked shocked because Sotomura who's sitting beside him is feeling either sick or worried for reasons unknown. Behind them, Yousuke and Yamauchi are chatting with each other and behind them, Karuizawa, Chiaki, Shinohara and Kayano are chatting with one another excitedly. A bit further behind, Kokoro and Mori are using their smartphones, Satou and Mii-chan are chatting with each other and Sakura and Haruka are discussing something related to the Ayanokouji Clique formed recently.
Beside Karuizawa and her friends, Hondou is listening to a conversation between Okitani and Miyamoto and others just waited patiently or feel somewhat bored like Yukimura, Akito, Horikita, Kikyou, Ijuin, Kouenji and our main protagonist, Ayanokouji.
"We appeared to be going deep into the mountains." Yukimura spoke to himself and Akito is sleeping.
"I guess there's nothing there like on the uninhabited island during summer." A bored Yamauchi exclaimed.
"You think so? I recently heard that there's a big bath which is a natural onsen(Meaning, hot spring)." Yousuke told him while reading through his smartphone.
"Seriously Hirata? Hey tell me, is there a hot spring for mixed bathing?" Ike asked.
"Hey! Don't get carried away with a foolish question like this!" Sudou reminded and reprimanded him verbally.
"And your voice is too loud Sudou. Some of us are trying to sleep." Horikita called out.
"Oh! Sorry Suzune..." Sudou replied quietly and she nodded at him with understanding as she drifted back to sleep satisfied.
At another conversation, "I'm kinda nervous because the other students from the 2nd and 3rd years are with us." Chiaki stated.
"I can tell. That's because we don't usually interact with them much unless they're from the same club that you're in like for instance, Yousuke-kun who's friends with some of the upperclassmen." Karuizawa stated as she checked the front a bit.
Yes, she's checking on Ayanokouji who's looking out from the bus window when, "Sorry to interrupt your excitement but please be quiet." Chabashira-sensei called out to the class and she's standing on the bus with a connected mike on her hand.
"From now on, you all Class D students..." She took a glance at Ike who smiled positively. So she also smiled positively. "Pardon me, you students of Class D are now Class C."
"Awesome!" Ijuin thought.
"Hell yeah!" Sudou thought with his fists clenched in excitement.
"Good to hear..." Horikita thought with smile.
"Alright, I'm in a good mood today so I'll explain the special exam known as the Mixed Training Camp that is about to take place." Chabashira-sensei then began as Ayanokouji listened to it while still looking out from the bus window.
3 hours later...
The convoy of buses have arrived as students disembarked with their belongings.
"Uh...so cold!" Haruka shivered as Sakura and Akito checked on her.
"Funny that it's not snowing but the winter wind is still present." said Sakura.
"Point taken." Akito agreed with her as nearby, Sudou looked hyped as, "Are we going to spend a week there?" Yousuke asked in wonder.
"To think that we're going to bunk with the other students from other classes." said Ike. "I don't think I can do it or live with it..." This made the other 2 boys remember the briefing.
(Flashback)
"This special exam is designed to measure your mental growth mainly throughout the training camp." Chabashira-sensei briefed the class. "You'll form groups with students you would not normally interact and live together with."
Mixed Training Camp. As the name implies, is a special exam in which several small groups are formed by mixing several classes by grade and by gender and each group is graded based on a group basis. And the 4 tests which are Meditation, Written Exam, Speech and Long-Distance Relay are given on the last day of the training camp to determine whether the students pass or fail the exam.
Right now everyone is looking at some special exam info on their phones. "The top-performing group will receive class points and private points." Yukimura read through.
"But that's not the point." Horikita spoke up.
"Indeed. The one thing that must be avoided is falling below the borderline." Yousuke spoke up next while reading through his phone.
"If so, the person in charge of the group who did not reach the border and one designated person will be expelled from the school." Horikita stated.
"So you mean this is an enforced joint responsibility exam?" A concerned Sudou asked.
"Dude. You sound like you're in trouble whenever the words, expelled or expulsion is mentioned." Yamauchi stated. "But after all, you have a bad attitude that explodes easily."
"What? I've been behaving myself lately without throwing a hook or a roundhouse kick!" Sudou replied in defense while Kokoro and Mori looked at each other with worry.
"I won't let anyone in this class get expelled." Yousuke declared and he already stood up. "If you have any problems, don't hesitate to talk to me even if we're in different groups."
"But how do we do that?" Haruka asked. "Except during mealtimes, the boys and girls are separated right?"
"And our phones will be collected during the exam and we can only get them back after it." Akito added.
"So true. And that's why I think we should have a consultant on the girl's side." Yousuke suggested as he looked at Horikita. "Would you be willing to take on the role Horikita-san?"
"Sure. However, I don't mean to speak for myself but I don't think I have the right personality to be a consultant." She replied.
"That's not really something she should say to herself." Ayanokouji thought as back to Horikita, she stood up and declared this. "And that's why Kushida-san, I'd like to ask you to be my subleader."
Kikyou who's been silent throughout the bus journey look astonished. "D-Do you think I can be of any help?"
"Mochiron. You are trusted by everyone in this class." Horikita stated.
"Um...alright! If you're okay with me then I'll do my best to help you out!" Kikyou declared and everyone is relived from it.
(End Flashback)
Watching Manabe, Nanami and 2 other Class D girls walking by, Ayanokouji stared blankly as behind him, Kokoro, Mori, Shinohara and Kayano are discussing something and Hondou, Miyamoto and Ijuin are waiting around. Beside them, Ishizaki, Komiya and Reo talked among themselves.
Then, Ayanokouji looked to his right to see Class B all gathered with Honami noticing him and gave him a quick smile. He smiled back as his attention is diverted to Class A all assembled in an orderly manner with the Sakayanagi Faction at the front.
Taking out his phone, "It looks like Class A has already planned something about the exam." He then did some texting with Sakayanagi noticing his move and smirked about it.
"Class C! Submit your devices now! Each person should submit it here and sign the form."
When this was announced, Karuizawa took out her phone to submit it but noticed an incoming message. She opened it and read it. After that, she looked behind and gave a nod to Ayanokouji and he returned the gesture.
"This exam...it's impossible for me alone to protect the whole class." He thought as he watched Yukimura and Akito talk with each other and likewise, Haruka and Sakura. "I need to focus on the target that I need to protect." He then looked to his right again to see the current SCP, Nagumo hanging out with some girls in his class.
And then, Mashima-sensei got the loudhailer on and made an announcement. "Alright. We will now go to the facility with your luggage and there, we will divide you into groups based on your gender. The grouping will be left up to you students and the school will not be involved in any way. You must also decide who will be in charge of the group through discussion within the group. If you fail to do so, it will result in immediate disqualification or forced expulsion."
"In other words, it's all left to us..." Horikita realized.
During the briefing, "Man, being in a group with him will be difficult." Shibata told Kanzaki as they looked behind and likewise, Ayanokouji.
By the buses, Ryuuen is alone and waiting.
Ryuuen...after that crushing defeat I inflicted on him, the former tyrant of Class C voluntarily stepped down from his position. And now in Class D...no, he is treated as someone whom others should treat around cautiously
He also noticed Ishizaki, Ibuki and Albert standing nearby. "Ryuuen-san..." A concerned Ishizaki exclaimed to himself.
"So now first years, get your stuff and start moving on the double!" Mashima-sensei ordered.
"Aw man. Are we going to climb the mountain with all our luggage?" A worried Ike asked as behind, Reo and Nanami went to help their class as, "Hey girls! Help us out too!" Yamauchi called out.
"Dude. That's rude." Ike pointed out as they got to work. Behind them, Ayanokouji and Horikita did nothing but their attention is drawn to something else as they looked up.
"Horikita-senpai. Once our group is decided, would you have a match with me?"
Over there, Nagumo has just approached Manabu as, "Stop this joke already! What's the point of having a match between the 2nd and 3rd years!?" Tachibana asked while trying to defend her boyfriend and indeed, the 2nd and 3rd year students are gathered before them.
"Well I'm just hoping for a battle between the former SCP and the current SCP who's standing right here to make this proposal." Nagumo answered confidently. "I also want to see if I can surpass you before you graduate and are gone."
Manabu said nothing for a few seconds. He then adjusted his glasses and asked him. "What do you intend to make it a match?" This surprised Tachibana as, "I want to see which group can get a higher average score. Simple right?" Nagumo answered.
"Naruhoto. Then I don't mind taking your challenge. However, don't involve the other students." Manabu accepted with a reminder.
"So it's a game of tacit understanding. Fine by me." Nagumo replied with satisfaction and before leaving, "There is no penalty for losing. It's just a fight for pride."
Well they have seen everything as, "I can't believe Nii-san accepted such a match..." Horikita exclaimed as Ayanokouji observed Nagumo.
The current student council president Nagumo Miyabi...He seems to be very confident
So, "Horikita. I need you to do something."
"At a time like this?"
"It's just a simple task. Keep an eye on them when you have the time and chance."
"Hmmm...very well. Now let's get our stuff and climb our way to the camp." Horikita told him and they made their move.
From bottom to top, students have to climb several flights of stairs to reach the campsite. During the climb, Ike and Yamauchi were too exhausted to continue so they sat on the grass with their stuff done and rested. Kayano and Mii-chan were stunned at this sight during their climb.
Also, "Here, let me help you Honami."
"Huh? Kiyotaka?" Swiftly, he lifted her box from the bottom and placed it on top of his. "Um...thanks..."
"No problem. Let's move." Ayanokouji is already carrying 2 boxes and his own schoolbag as he and Honami climbed together. From behind, "If only I had my phone, I could a take a picture of this!" Mako thought as she and Norihito climbed together.
At the campsite, some boys arrived and a few are aching from the climb. Yeah, walking is really a good exercise but carrying the baggage will be pretty tough.
Later on...
In a room is where Ayanokouji and his group will sleep in. Besides him, Yukimura, Kouenji, Ishizaki, Albert, Hashimoto, Yahiko and 2 boys from Class B are part of the group. (Need to check for their names also if I got the chance)
"Hey is this for real?" Ishizaki asked.
"This room is so narrow..." Yukimura noticed.
"Are the 9 of us going to sleep here together?" Yahiko asked but also frowned to himself. "And why is Ayanokouji part of this group in the first place..."
"Well let's get going and pick a spot!" Hashimoto told the boys.
"Fine! I'll take the other end then." Ishizaki made his pick as, "Hey why are talking so selfishly?" Yahiko asked.
"Yeah! We should first decide through discussion!" Yukimura stated.
"Huh? What's your problem Yukimura!? You're acting all high just because you're in charge of the group..." But Ishizaki soon took notice of Ayanokouji and his mind had flashbacks from that big fight before. In an instant, he silenced himself.
"Sounds like the fight took a toll on him. Ishizaki is more cautious around me now that we're in the same group." Ayanokouji thought when Koenji made his move. "I'll be taking the center without hesitation!"
The next thing it happened, he lifted a few mattresses and, "BAM!"
"Dude! You almost look like you wanna crush me! And we're suppose to discuss this!" Ishizaki told Kouenji.
"This is my best position you know?" He replied proudly. "And you guys can choose your favourite places too! Piece of cake and I hope they serve that during dinner tonight!"
"I guess we don't need a discussion now..." Yukimura sighed with the 2 Class B boys agreeing with him.
"Yeah it's gonna be tough I guess." Hashimoto agreed with him as he took notice of Yahiko staring at him doubtfully. "You have something to say to me?"
"You should already know that Hashimoto. Even though we're in the same class, I don't trust you at all ever since the Deserted Island Exam." Yahiko replied.
"Figures but now we're in the same group of allies with others from different classes." He replied back.
"Hmph. We'll see about that."
Looking around, "Different from other groups, our group is a miscellany of rascals. It's going to be hard for us to build solidarity." Ayanokouji thought as he watched Yukimura and the 2 Class B boys try to talk to Kouenji over the mattresses but they were ignored.
And then, he saw Albert gesture him so he walked to him. "Wanna stick beside me bro?"
"Sure thing." He replied as they took a spot. "Oi Kouenji, you can take the center but let the others have the futon mattresses also."
"Ayanokouji..." Yukimura did not expect that but, "Very well. As long as the others agree to it, I'll comply." Kouenji declared. Having no choice, everyone allowed him so he gave away the other mattresses keeping one for himself.
"Finally, the room arrangement is settled." Ayanokouji thought as he and Albert placed their mattresses together side by side.
That night...
Dinner time and wow, the food is great as boys and girls hang out and mingled. Ayanokouji just got his dinner and noticed Honami extremely tired as he approached her. "It's unusual to see you this tired Honami. You haven't even started eating your delicious dinner."
"Ah Kiyotaka! Hello there..." She greeted him as she sat up. "Sorry...I'm having a bit of a hard time with the groupings. You see, girls have very clear likes and dislikes about people."
"Just don't get too worked up about it alright?" He advised her.
"Daijoubu, daijoubu. My cheerfulness is my good point after all." She replied with assurance.
"So true. That's what makes you beautiful." Ayanokouj thought.
"Come to think of it, this cafeteria is the only place where boys and girls can be together." Honami pointed out. "It also feels like a scheme by the school."
"Scheme?"
"Yeah Kiyotaka. It's clearly a field that is set up for info sharing and giving instructions."
"Naruhoto..."
Just then, "Honami-chan! I'd like to talk to you about something!" Near them, Chihiro called out to her and Yume and Mako are sitting with her. "And tell him that he can sit with us for dinner!"
"Yeah! No need for him to be shy!" Yume called out with Mako nodding in excitement.
"Well...better attend to them. And you can join us if you feel like it." Honami took her uneaten dinner and joined her classmates.
The strong ones here are those with good communication skills and who can be trusted
He then looked to his left to see Horikita and Kikyou sitting together. They have not eaten their dinner yet and, "Hey Kushida-san, do you want to have dinner with us?" 2 girls from another class approached her as she answered them, "Ah I'm sorry. I'm in the middle of a strategy meeting with Horikita-san for our class right now. If there's a chance that we're done shortly, then I can meet up with you 2."
"Ah is that so? Alright then."
"See you later."
The 2 girls went to get their dinner as Horikita and Kikyou began their talk.
"So Horikita-san, did you forcefully join the same group to keep an eye on me?"
"What makes you think of it?" She asked.
"Just asking. Or is it because you want me to recognize you as my ally?" Kikyou asked another one.
"Yes, I won't deny that I had such a purpose." She replied.
"If that's the case, then I hope you'll understand that it's all for naught."
"All I want is for you to trust me." Horikita stated.
"Okay that's surprisingly honest of you." Kikyou noticed. "Unfortunately, I don't think that's possible."
"I know what you mean and I won't speak of your past to anyone no matter what." Horikita assured to her. "I don't even see the merit in doing that!"
"Well you're right. But if I get desperate and destroy the class like I did before in middle school then you'll have a lot of trouble reaching Class A right?" Kikyou asked as Horikita tried to say something but, "But also, I'm in a tight spot right now. If someone puts a knife on my neck and told me to cooperate with them without hurting me, would I honesty okay them?"
"You're a smart student. That's why you can help our class if you want to cooperate." Horikita replied. "You'll be more appreciated by those-"
"Your damn words...can't you understand that the way you pretend to know everything irritates me?!" Kikyou asked in her other mask and it shocked Horikita. Switching back to her current one, "I'll be quiet for a while. But unless one of us, me or you, is gone from this school, then this conversation will remain far apart." Kikyou then took dinner and left to find the 2 girls and eat with him.
"I feel so helpless...how can I be like my brother..." Horikita asked herself with doubt and worry.
On the other hand, "I've seen everything now. But I'll still give Horikita the time and effort she needs. But in the end, everything will go according to my plan...no matter what..." Ayanokouji thought as he decided to join Honami and her friends for dinner.
There, "Finally...Honami's starting to worry about you." Mako told him as he sat with them and they ate together. "Oh by the way, I saw him in action."
"What did he do?" Yume asked.
"He's being a gentleman." She answered.
"M-Mako-chan...what are you talking about..." Honami asked as she started to feel flustered as her friends giggled at her and Mako told them everything she saw this morning. "Slip of the tongue..." Ayanokouji thought now understanding it and Honami covered her flustered face in embarrassment.
The next day in the early morning...
For some reason, classical music is being played and it woke an annoyed and tired Ishizaki. "What the heck is that noise? And who would play music at this hour..."
"Are they waking us up early in this morning..." A tired Yahiko asked as he woke up next.
"Hey Kouenji is gone. Where did he go?" Hashimoto who just woke up also asked as the other boys woke up one by one.
"What the...if any of us is missing from the group, our points will be deducted!" Yukimura realized.
Just then, the door slid open as, "Hey good morning fellas! Missed me?" Kouenji appeared shirtless and sweating. "There's nothing better than early morning training, isn't there?"
"Oh so that's why you're gone!" Hashimoto exclaimed as he chuckled. "Maybe I should also join you for that early morning training of yours."
"Anytime if you feel like it Tennis Boy-kun!"
"Don't act alone on your own!" Ishizaki suddenly got pissed off. "Don't also keep on getting carried away!"
"Shouldn't you be heading to the meeting place sooner than worrying about me?" Kouenji asked and added, "You Showa Delinquent."
"What did you just call me?! Fine! Bring it on you self-righteous punk!" Ishizaki charged to him but, "Save your fighting for later!" Yukimura took action and grabbed his body to stop him.
"Shut up and get out of my way! It's this big ego punk's fault for being late and crap!" Ishizaki shouted.
"Man you're such a one-track-minded person." Yahiko described. "It's no wonder your class got demoted to Class D."
"Nandato?!" Ishizaki is now pissed at him when Hashimoto took action and clapped his hands once and loud. "Let's cool down a bit. If equipment or property is broken and damaged in an unprecedented violent brawl, it's a liability issue. And if your face gets wrecked, he'll be questioned. Am I right?"
This made Ishizaki cool down as, "And you Mr Glasses, may I know your name?"
"Yukimura."
"Good. As Yukimura said, we don't have much time. We better get some breakfast and freshen up. Oh and if still won't calm down, do whatever you like. Am I wrong?" Hashimoto sure knows how to communicate perfectly as, "You got a chance to extend your life a little Kouenji." Ishizaki told him.
"Well that's good. I'm a pacifist you know." Kouenji replied.
"Of course you are! Back then when Ryuuen and his gang confronted you over some mastermind agenda." Hashimoto brought up as they smirked at each other positively. "Alright if nothing else, make haste and get ready for the day!"
Everyone listened to Hashimoto as they got out of their mattresses. "As expected from Sakayanagi's companion, he's really excellent at leadership and communication. Also one of the few people that can cooperate very well with Kouenji." Ayanokouji thought as he stood up. "C'mon Albert. Let's get a move already."
"Yeah...yeah..." He seems tired but Ayanokouji helped him up and they went to get ready.
Later on...
We must clean up the vast grounds in the morning and not only on the inside but also the surrounding area must be done
It then cuts to Haruka and Ibuki cleaning the grounds with Haruka sweeping the leaves and Ibuki checking that the leaves go inside the dustpan.
"You feeling tired?" Haruka asked.
"Yeah. Let's get this over with." Ibuki replied.
In then cuts to Karuizawa using some wet cloth to polish and she's done.
And then, we had to do Zen meditation for spiritual training. Even though it's only for a short time, posture and manners are strictly checked during training
The scene shows Ayanokouji and his group doing it and during that, Albert is drifting to sleep until Mashima-sensei who's checking on the boys made his move as he tapped some wooden, thin plank on his left shoulder and, "WHACK!"
The 2 Class B boys cringed from the impact while meditating though Albert isn't affected due to his buff size.
Unfamiliar group life, unaccustomed to special classes, it is no wonder that some students are exhausted from this exam
And it appears that Kouenji, Hashimoto, Yukimura and Ayanokouji are able to maintain themselves while the rest still struggle while feeling exhausted.
In the afternoon...
6 girls including Nanami, Saki, Nishino and Kinoshita who's on the lead are seen jogging up the stairs and Honami is behind them. She then paused to look behind as Hiyori and Mii-chan are trying to catch up.
A while later, the group of girls have finished their jog as Mii-chan just arrived completely exhausted.
"Wang Mei-Yu. Are you feeling alright?" Hiyori asked as she and Honami went to check on her.
"H-Hai! Shiina-san...I'm still...doing my best...to catch on...with you girls..." Mii-chan replied while breathing heavily.
"If you're nervous, you'll be extra tired." Hiyori told her. "It's because you are surrounded by people you don't usually have contact with."
"U-Umm...I don't think so about that..." Mii-chan replied shyly.
"Don't worry. It's natural to be confused when you are suddenly asked by someone to be friends." Hiyori assured to her.
"I agree with Hiyori-chan. Like what she said, if you try to force yourself, you'll only stumble." Honami added.
"Hee! Hee! That's a very interesting way to express it Honami-chan." She exclaimed.
"So next time we do some jogging, let's pace ourselves little by little together." Honami suggested.
"Okay! Arigato Ichinose-san." Mii-chan thanked her.
"You don't have to be so formal with me." Honami replied as Hiyori smiled at this. "After all, I told you that before during the cruise trip."
"Wait, you 2 met already?" Hiyori asked.
"Yes! We watched an anime movie together. Since it's our first interaction Shiina-san, you can address me as Mii-chan. That's what everyone in my class calls me."
"Alright! I look forward to working with you Mii-chan." Hiyori addressed her as Mii-chan smiled about it. A new friendship between these 3 girls is formed.
Around evening...
Everyone is gathered for another scrumptious dinner and outside, Ike and Yamauchi are heading to the cafeteria.
"I'm so damn hungry right now!" Ike whined.
"Dude. What if a cute girl sees you behave like that?" Yamauchi asked him as they passed by Sakayanagi who was heading out when Yamauchi's foot tripped her cane and she stumbled down.
"Ah...my bad. Are you alright?" Yamauchi asked as he went to help her but she already was able to help herself up. "Yes...don't worry about it." She replied and unknown to him, she had this dark expression on her face as, "Well...I'll just go my way then. Take care." Yamauchi then joined up with Ike as they headed out to grab dinner.
"You know, Sakayanagi is cute but she's a bit clumsy for a cripple like her isn't she?" He told Ike.
"You're a real jerk after what you did to her. You didn't even say sorry in the first place." Ike replied back.
"Ah she's okay with it. I mean, did you notice that she's pretty flat on the chest?" Yamauchi stated.
"Is that even the right thing to say about her?" Ike asked shaking his head.
Unknown to them, she heard everything as she went outside and there, "You alright?"
"Ah Ayanokouji-kun. You don't need to worry about me." She replied.
"I'll talk to Yamauchi about this."
"He didn't mean to do it, and he only knocked me down once." She assured to him.
So thinking there's nothing else, Ayanokouji passed by her and headed to the cafeteria when, "Ah. While I have declared to destroy you, it seems it'll have to wait. After all, I have decided to destroy Class B first before they become a threat enough to demote my class."
Ayanokouji paused when he heard this. "Class B is a class that has strong solidarity. You could say that's because Ichinose Honami has done her best to live up to the trust of her fellow classmates and friends. She also holds a large number of private points because she has been entrusted with the role of class treasurer and from getting Case 1 during the Cruise Ship Exam since you 2 are on the same group. But is it really okay to leave those points to her as the class treasurer?"
"I don't think Honami would spend all of it. She's thrifty enough to only spend when necessary." Ayanokouji answered her.
"Yes you may be right. But every human being..."
"has two..."
"different sides..."
"I look forward to the time when I can confront you directly." She then left as Ayanokouji looked behind to watch her leave. "If you're planning something involving Honami...it's a big mistake for my case..." He then went to get his dinner.
That night...
In an unknown location in the camp, "What is it now? And what are you going to do if you drop a note like this and someone else picks it up?" Karuizawa asked because in a flashback from dinner just now, she was enjoying herself when a note was dropped beside her by him.
"You wouldn't make a mistake like that won't you?" Ayanokouji asked.
She looked surprised and changed her behaviour. "Well, yeah, I guess. So what is it that you need me to do?"
"Getting straight to it huh? Okay, I want you to keep an eye on certain people that I'm about to tell you about." Ayanokouji began the discussion.
A few minutes had passed and Karuizawa got serious. "It sounds hard but I'll see what I can do."
"Good. But be careful. This exam could be rough." Ayanokouji warned as he took a glance at the campsite.
It now cuts to the onsen and Ayanokouji just had his bath. As he got ready to change, he noticed a folded paper in his basket as he took it out, opened it and read it.
5 minutes to midnight, Ayanokouji is still awake as he recalled the past special exams where he made the moves in the shadows and during the Sports Festival where he made a bold move to win the class relay. He then woke up quietly and went to the restrooms. There, Manabu is waiting for him and even though it's dark, the moonlight gives off a decent level of brightness enough for them to see each other clearly. "I never thought that you would contact me."
"Do you know why I called you here through that folded paper I left in your basket during bath time?"
"It's about Nagumo right?"
"Correct. He's already taken over the whole second year ever since he became the SCP." Manabu revealed.
"So what do you want me to do? Do you have any countermeasures to oppose him since we never had the time before you stepped down?" Ayanokouji asked.
"Firstly as a reminder, you...owe me a favour." Manabu replied and 2 flashbacks took place between them and it was during the aftermath of Sudou's trial and before Ayanokouji fought against Ryuuen and his gang.
"Just like we agreed, I want you find a way to go against Nagumo while there is still time, bring Suzune to the student council and you can continue to direct things from behind the scenes as before and that also includes protecting Ichinose from his influence." Manabu stated.
"That's quite a crazy idea." Ayanokouji replied.
"Mochiron. I don't expect you to do what I want just because you owe me a favour."
"And I have very little information about the upperclassmen."
"Then I shall enlighten you with one. Let me introduce you to my informant. He's the one who has been appointed to be vice-president of the Student Council, Kiriyama Ikuto from Class 2B." Manabu then looked behind as from the darkness, a fair-skinned male with an average physical build and black hair that has bangs swept to the right appeared and gave a serious stare to Ayanokouji.
"On the surface, he follows Nagumo's lead but he's my collaborator." Manabu explained and he nodded as he spoke to Ayanokouji.
"Let me tell you something Ayanokouji. I'm really doubtful of your skills, abilities, talents and power. But under his recommendation, I have to go by the word of Horikita senpai for he has complete faith and trust in you and so I shall also do the same if we are to collaborate. He also mentioned about your moves that are completely orthodox."
"Don't give me a hard time Kiriyama."
"No Horikita-senpai. I will keep the tradition and your teachings that I inherited from you." Kiriyama then faced Ayanokouji again. "Nagumo is trying to overturn the basis of the school with his dominance."
"Yes. His true meritocracy system." Ayanokouji replied recalling his speech when he's given the role.
"That's right. Who knows what will happen when this takes effect. Perhaps next year's expulsions will be unprecedented in numbers and worse, some of your classmates and close friends might be vulnerable victims to his gameplay." Kiriyama explained.
"Naruhoto..." Ayanokouji can see that as, "How is the match between you and Nagumo?"
"If things continue as they are, then there's no problem." Manabu answered him.
"Is it possible that Nagumo will renege on his promise not to involve a third party?" Ayanokouji asked.
"Certainly he will choose any means but he has never broken a promise he made." He replied to him. "Now get some shuteye. We'll talk again."
"Nice meeting you also." Kiriyama added as the 2 senpais left the bathroom.
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"You might lose this one Horikita Manabu."
Ayanokouji then left to get his shuteye.
I wonder how Class D became Class C? If only there's an explanation then it's understandable.
Okay! Season 3 has begun and I'm back resuming the specialized story! With some reminders of the changes from the past 2 seasons like Sakura donning her new look, Yahiko hating Ayanokouji over Honami, Mars group getting Case 1 during the Cruise Ship Exam, Karuizawa and Manabe patching things up from an incident, Ayanokouji winning the mixed relay for his class and him forming the Ayanokouji Clique and finally, Kikyou becoming one of the major antagonists.
New specialized changes and content will take effect. One of them will be Albert for I'll give him a major role in this one since he's in the same group as Ayanokouji and Yukimura and they're part of the clique. The rest will soon be revealed.
Good thing Muse Asia released the episode on Youtube because once I watched it, I got my writing on in an instant.
Private Points List
Class 1-A
1. Arisu Sakayanagi-834,270
2. Kohei Katsuragi-1,215,073
3. Yahiko Totsuka-707,504
4. Masumi Kamuro-709,879
5. Masayoshi Hashimoto-705,696
6. Hayato Kito-704,837
7. Takuro Morishige-1,211,782
8. Koji Machida-1,237,390
9. Shigeru Takomoto-1,232,577
10. Miki Yamamura-712,385
Class 1-B
1. Honami Ichinose-3,340,000
2. Ryuji Kanzaki-950,616
3. Chihiro Shiranami-473,185
4. Yume Kobashi-872,632
5. Mako Amikura-456,518
6. Sou Shibata-493,507
7. Tetsuya Hamaguchi-943,2175
8. Ryouta Beppu-956,192
9. Sayo Andou-919,838
10. Norihito Watanabe-438,746
Class 1-C
1. Soshi Miyamoto-169,216
2. Satsuki Shinohara-180,027
3. Kokoro Inogashira-182,025
4. Nene Mori-181,138
5. Teruhiko Yukimura-628,795
6. Yosuke Hirata-620,783
7. Kei Karuizawa-559,086
8. Kayano Onodera-199,986
9. Kikyou Kushida-680,059
10. Ryotarou Hondou-178,023
11. Hideo Sotomura-490,287
12. Chiaki Matsushita-180,086
13. Rokusuke Kouenji-512,820
14. Haruka Hasabe-156,029
15. Haruki Yamauchi-148,017
16. Akito Miyake-139,864
17. Wang Mei Yu-159,129
18. Kyousuke Okitani-150,439
19. Maya Satou-100,819
20. Kanji Ike-167,652
21. Kiyotaka Ayanokouji-640,094
22. Suzune Horikita-635,948
23. Wataru Ijuin-196,483
24. Airi Sakura-120,351
25. Ken Sudou-149,278
Class 1-D
1. Kakeru Ryuuen-789,270
2. Mio Ibuki-806,337
3. Hiyori Shiina-372,755
4. Albert Yamada-200,478
5. Daichi Ishizaki-257,704
6. Kyogo Komiya-271,695
7. Reo Kondou-280,272
8. Satoru Kaneda-297,421
9. Shiho Manabe-776,272
10. Nanami Yabu-779,257
11. Saki Yamashita-780,247
12. Rika Morofuji-259,190
13. Minori Kinoshita-247,611
Class Points
(Due to limited information and the fact that Class D became Class C and vice versa, I will not list it out until then. On the other hand, private points will for now remain the same for all 4 classes until I managed to find and acquire info)
Pretty decent start for Season 3. Now I have to wait until the second episode comes out.
Oh, for that Class B story I'm working on, I'll put it on hiatus until the current season is completed. That's all and see you in the next update.