Practical teaching, all I want is your reward.

This special exam tests students' thinking skills, not their information gathering abilities; as Masayoshi Hashimoto said, it's a reasoning game.

While we cannot rule out student ID numbers, birthdays, and some private information, these should not be used as references because they are too complicated.

The Japanese syllabary (五十音), also known as the Japanese alphabet, is the only thing shown on the personnel list.

Suzuki Toru rearranged the list of all the members of the Snake Group according to the Japanese syllabary (hiragana and katakana).

Honami Ichinose, Kyousuke Okiya, Hayato Kikuchi, Hayago Komiya, Miki Yamamura, Hiyori Shiina, Toru Suzuki...

In the Chinese zodiac, the snake is the sixth animal, so the answer should be Hiyori Shiina.

Thinking of this, Suzuki Toru looked strange, and then, following Kamuro Masumi's list, he slightly rearranged the list of the Chicken Team.

The chicken is the tenth, and its corresponding name is Morishita Ran.

Suzuki Toru was somewhat surprised to find that all the names were familiar faces, but that was fine too; he would ask Morishita Ran about it tomorrow.

If the other party happens to be a recipient of preferential treatment, it's probably a 100-200 chance.

At this time, Katsuragi Kohei sent the list of four groups to Suzuki Toru, including Kamuro Masumi's Chicken Group.

The exam schedule hasn't finished yet; it looks like it will continue until after 9 PM.

Suzuki Tetsu continued arranging the list, and then he found that he was seeing more and more familiar faces.

The special treatment recipients for the Ox Group are Yume Kohashi, the special treatment recipients for the Rabbit Group are Megumi Karuizawa, the special treatment recipients for the Horse Group are Setsune Minami from Class D, and the special treatment recipients for the Dog Group are Shigeki Moriyama from Class B.

Are these answers actually correct?

He wasn't sure yet, but he was certain that the school was deliberately guiding students' thinking.

Most people would probably focus on identifying the favored individuals within their own group, while ignoring the favored individuals in other groups.

This is why the school intentionally arranged group discussions, so that students would ignore other groups and focus their attention on their own group.

Suzuki Tetsu replied to Katsuragi Kohei, asking him to send the remaining list later, without mentioning his own speculation.

Just as he was about to send a harassing message to Sakura Airi, Sakayanagi Arisu suddenly sent him a message.

"Hehe, Suzuki-kun is still as good at guessing what other people are thinking as ever~"

Has the report from Masayoshi Hashimoto been received?

"I heard your men are about to defect."

"It's alright. Once I win, they will naturally come back, and they will be even more loyal."

"Theoretically, twelve groups can earn 600 class points. With you here, our Class A will be more than a thousand points ahead of Class B."

"Heh heh heh, that sounds really jarring. Suzuki-kun, do you think I can't surpass you?"

"Theoretically, yes."

"In that case, would you like to come over here?"

"It's late at night, is it appropriate for a guy like me to go into a girl's room?"

"..."

Sakayanagi Arisu was silent for a moment before continuing to send messages.

"Would you like to come with me to the meeting point?"

"It's no longer needed."

"I see. Suzuki-kun is a little ahead of me. I was planning to go for a walk and chat with you, but I didn't expect to get a reply like this. Suddenly I feel so lonely~"

"You're acting too impulsively."

"Hehehe, if Suzuki-kun says that, then the bad things you did to me before are no longer a secret~"

"Do I absolutely have to go there?"

"It's fine if you don't want to come now, but let's meet briefly tomorrow. I'm very curious about Suzuki-kun's reasoning."

Suzuki Toru put away his phone. To Sakayanagi Arisu, Class A, the Katsuragi faction, and the Sakayanagi faction were just a source of amusement for the other party to pass the time.

She'll actively seek out anything that offers even more fun.

In other words, no matter how well Class A performs on the deserted island, Sakayanagi Arisu won't care.

Because she knew that the person who contributed the most was Toru Suzuki.

At this point, even Hashimoto Masayoshi guessed that Katsuragi Kohei was Suzuki Toru's accomplice, and their actions naturally did not escape the notice of Sakayanagi Arisu.

Moreover, the two still have a one-year agreement. Sakayanagi Arisu is now eager for Suzuki Toru to step into the limelight, so that their confrontation will be more interesting, instead of hiding behind Katsuragi Kohei as they are now.

This feeling of attacking from afar is unpleasant; this is not the kind of duel that Sakayanagi Arisu was looking forward to.

"Let's meet at the coffee shop at nine o'clock tomorrow morning. As a reward, I'll bring Masumi along. She hasn't done anything with you yet, has she?"

Unexpectedly, she offered an additional reward, leaving Suzuki Toru speechless.

Chapter 182 Inevitable Victory

The next morning, Suzuki Toru woke up to the sound of water flowing through the Kushida Kikyo area, just as he always had.

"I saw Horikita in the Dragon Group last night. Hmph, after hearing the exam instructions, that guy was clearly tempted by the rewards!"

After using the restroom, Kikyo Kushida started tattling to Toru Suzuki again, saying that she and Suzune Horikita were in the same group, and that she was also in the same group as Arisu Sakayanagi, Kohei Katsuragi, and Sho Ryuen.

Class A: Katsuragi Kohei, Sakayanagi Yusu, Toba Shinji, Yano Koharu

Class B: Sayo Ando, ​​Ryuji Kanzaki, Hitomi Tsube

Class C: Takumi Oda, Hidetoshi Suzuki, Masashi Sonoda, Sho Ryuen

Class D: Kushida Kikyo, Hirata Yosuke, Horikita Suzune

……

This group brings together the best students from the four classes. If Ichinose Honami were also in it, it would probably be a battle of kings against kings.

According to the Heavenly Stems and Earthly Branches, this group is Chen, which is the Dragon, and ranks fifth.

"Send me a screenshot of the text message later," Suzuki Toru said.

The exam starts at 8:00 AM, so there's about half an hour to go.

"Huh? Aren't you being a bit too controlling? If I were the one receiving preferential treatment, I would definitely tell you!" Kikyo Kushida was a little angry. "The problem is Horikita, what if she were the one receiving preferential treatment?"

"If she's a recipient of special treatment, we'll answer with her name." Suzuki Toru looked around the room. Apart from Totsuka Yahiko, who was sleeping in, he was the only one left. Hashimoto Masayoshi and the others had probably gone to have breakfast.

“That’s what I think too, but that’s precisely why it’s so difficult. She can’t possibly tell us that she’s a privileged person.” Kikyo Kushida was very conflicted about this.

Because Suzuki Tetsu had already told her about his contract with Horikita Suzune, she was now even more eager than Suzuki Tetsu to carry out the modulation plan on Horikita Suzune.

"How about we make a bet?" Suzuki Tetsu said. "If Horikita-kun becomes the privileged one, I can kneel and lick your feet, but if you become the privileged one, you'll have to wear a collar and pee in front of me."

"Pervert! You lecher! How disgusting! Who would gamble with you on something like this!" Kikyo Kushida retorted without any politeness.

“I can customize a collar that you like,” Suzuki Tetsu said considerately.

"I can't believe it, you really enjoy licking girls' feet that much?" Kikyo Kushida was speechless for a moment, but her breathing became more and more rapid. "That's one thing, but why do you also like watching... watching girls pee? Do you want to drink it later... you're such a pervert!"

"No, it's not that bad. Think about it, these methods will be used on Horikita-kun in the future. Shouldn't we try them out first and see how they work?" Suzuki Tetsu persuaded her gently, without forcing her.

Kikyo Kushida was silent for a moment: "I'm not betting. You must have guessed something."

Although she wasn't very smart, that didn't mean she was an idiot. If Suzuki Toru didn't have confidence, why would he dare to gamble with himself?

After hanging up the phone, Suzuki Toru quickly washed up and then went out alone.

Today is another beautiful day; the soft sunlight shimmers on the deck, and the sea breeze is refreshing and invigorating.

The students seemed to be concentrated in the cruise ship's restaurant, while the coffee shop was not very crowded at the time.

Suzuki Toru ordered a coffee and a snack at the front desk. Shortly after sitting down, he naturally noticed a secluded corner.

Although the other party quickly shifted their gaze, there was no doubt that it was Ayanokoji Kiyotaka.

Is he waiting for someone?

The thought had barely crossed my mind when someone else walked into the coffee shop.

The newcomer's gaze swept around, and when he saw Suzuki Toru, he was clearly stunned, his brows furrowing.

"How will you be here?"

As the cool voice rang out, Suzuki Tetsu was also sizing up Horikita Suzune in front of him.

[Activating "Emotion Sensing"...]

[Horikita Suzune: Calm, Resistant, Suspicious, Insecure, Panicked...]

[Looking directly into the target's eyes, offering gentle comfort, and touching their chest can reduce their resistance.]

Did she really experience so many emotions in an instant?

Seeing Horikita Suzune's expressionless face, Suzuki Tetsu looked directly into her eyes.

"Like you, someone wants to discuss exam matters with me."

Facing his gaze, she felt as if her entire body was exposed before him. These slightly provocative words made Horikita Suzune feel a little stifled, and she couldn't help but look away.

"So you weren't waiting for me here on purpose?" Horikita Suzune said expressionlessly. "If I get 50 personal points in this exam, your plan will be ruined."

To be honest, she's starting to regret it.

Why did she take the initiative to propose a new contract back then? In just a day or two, the school would hold this special exam. If she achieved either result one or result three, her debt to Suzuki Toru would be wiped clean.

If you are the one receiving preferential treatment, you will have more room to maneuver and there is no need to panic.

“No, Suzune, I’m determined to have you.” Suzuki Toru winked at her.

The next second, both of their phones vibrated slightly.

Horikita Suzune took a deep breath, then took out her phone, where a school notice was prominently displayed.

[After our careful review, you have not been selected as a recipient of preferential treatment. Please act with the awareness expected of a member of the group and take on the challenge of the exam. The exam begins at 1 PM today and will last for three days. All members of the Dragon Group, please assemble in the Dragon Group room on the second floor.]

She is not a privileged individual.

Although somewhat unwilling, Horikita Suzune could only devise countermeasures and find the best candidates within the group as soon as possible.

"Judging from your expression, neither of us are the ones receiving preferential treatment." Suzuki Toru glanced at the message on his phone, a slight smile appearing on his lips.