Ichinose, you will regret it.

Horikita Suzune is an important part of my plan for this exam. If she collapses before even taking the stage, who can I turn to for justice?

then.

In an instant, Uesugi Gen called Horikita Manabu.

You say that I am not trustworthy. Alas, I really am not trustworthy.

"Hey, your sister is sick and she's insisting on taking the special exam. Go take care of her."

Horikita Manabu remained silent on the phone, and then Uesugi Gen's personal account received a message.

【Points received: 50W】

"Just help me keep an eye on her and don't let her be in danger."

Uesugi Gen looked at the points credited to his phone and fell into deep thought.

"I'm wondering why both of you two are so awkward. Why don't you just speak up and say no?"

"No, she became what she is now because she was influenced too much by me. I won't appear in her life too much until she has completely gotten over it. Anyway, I'll leave all this to you, Uesugi."

Horikita Manabu's sincere plea came from the phone.

Uesugi Gen sighed helplessly.

"At most I'm just helping you keep an eye on her physical condition. Don't expect me to let you off."

"That's natural, as long as she's not in danger."

……

After dealing with Horikita Suzune, Uesugi Gen wandered around the boat for a while.

When the time was almost up, Uesugi Gen returned to his dormitory.

When Uesugi Gen opened the door of the dormitory, he saw Kanzaki and others packing their things in preparation for the upcoming special exam.

Seeing Uesugi Gen come back, Kanzaki and others nodded seriously.

"Are we going to start?"

"Ah, call all the students in Class B to assemble on deck. The cruise ship has been slowing down since a while ago."

"I understand. I'll go and notify them right away."

Afterwards, people from other classes saw a large group of people from Class B gathered on the deck.

"Hey, look, everyone in Class B is standing there. What are they planning to do? Go and inform Katsuragi-san."

The people from Class C followed closely behind.

"Hurry, go call Brother Longyuan."

As for Class D...

"Ooooooh! That's so great!"

Class B.

"Everything will start as I said before."

[A notice to all students. If you have time, please gather on deck. We are about to see the island. I believe you will see a very meaningful view in a short time.]

Just at this moment, an incomprehensible broadcast suddenly came from the ship.

A few minutes later, the silhouette of the island began to appear faintly on the distant horizon.

At this time, Ryuuen and Katsuragi led their respective classes to the deck and found their classmates.

"What did you say? They were here before the announcement?"

Ryuen, who had just arrived, listened to his younger brother report what had happened to Uesugi Gen. His face suddenly changed. He grabbed his collar and started asking questions.

"Yes... yes, Brother Ryuuen, they had already gathered on the deck before the announcement."

After receiving the answer from his younger brother, Ryuuen's face instantly darkened.

This behavior suggests a possibility - Class B somehow learned the topic of this special exam in advance.

Katsuragi from Class A also looked serious, as he had also thought of this possibility.

The issue is.

How...how did he do it?

54

Chapter 54: The behind-the-scenes leader of Class D - Uesugi Gen.

The area is 0.5 square kilometers, and the highest elevation is 230 meters...

As the cruise ship circled the island, the full picture of the island gradually appeared in front of Uesugi Gen and others.

Uesugi Gen was not in a hurry to observe the terrain of the island, and left these tasks to Kanzaki and Ichinose.

He has more important things to do.

"did you find it?"

Uesugi Gen turned his head and looked behind him at one group of classmates.

Since the test question is survival on a deserted island, the school will most likely not provide a very detailed map.

This Ni Island is an island leased and managed by the government, and it does not involve any military secrets. Therefore, based on the current location of the cruise ship, it is very likely that a specific map of the island can be found by directly searching on the Internet.

In this way, all the places that need attention on the island can be seen clearly on the map, and some terrain that has not been observed on the periphery can also be seen.

"Wait a little longer... Um... Uesugi, I got it."

Tetsuya Hamaguchi raised his hand and quickly handed the phone to Gen Uesugi.

really!

Uesugi Gen knew it the moment he took the phone and saw the map.

This may not be a deserted island at all. It is just that the people who usually manage the island have been temporarily transferred away, making it actually an uninhabited island.

Lakes, streams, hills... the economic benefits that this small island can generate alone will not be too low.

The tower and wooden house we just saw further prove this point.

Therefore, there shouldn't be too much danger on the island during this exam. At most, students will have to find food and build suitable shelters.

Uesugi Gen made such an assertion.

At this time, the cruise ship's island circumnavigation was almost over.

We are about to land on our school's isolated island. Please change into your gym clothes in 30 minutes, check the designated bags and luggage, and bring your cell phones to the deck. Please leave all other personal belongings in your rooms. Restrooms are still accessible for the time being, so please take care of your needs first.

The ship broadcast another message to remind the students.

……

After a boring wait, roll call, and belongings checking, all the first-grade students gathered on the beach, enduring the scorching sun.

Teacher Majima, looking like a corporate slave, walked over and stood on the prepared white podium, holding a loudspeaker.

"First of all, I'm glad that you all made it here today. On the other hand, although there was only one student, I'm very sorry that someone was unable to attend due to illness."

Uesugi Gen glanced at the position of Class A with interest. Only Miss Kamuro was standing there, and Arisu Sakayanagi who was standing next to her was nowhere to be seen.

Noticing Uesugi Gen's prying gaze, Kamuro Masumi glared back without hesitation.

Uesugi Gen didn't care about it, but waved at her friendlyly.

Why are you so fierce? We are partners this time.

Majima-sensei continued speaking with a deadpan expression.

"Then next──we will begin the first special exam of this year."

"Huh? Special exam? What's going on?"

Teacher Majima's words undoubtedly poured a bucket of cold water on the students who were in an excited state.

The students in Class D were instantly in an uproar, and many students in other classes also expressed their doubts.

From heaven to hell, the contrast is too strong.

Ignoring the students' questions, Mr. Majima continued reading out the exam rules.

"The test period is one week from now and will end at noon on August 7. You will spend the next week living in a group on this uninhabited island. This is the content of the test."

"You are not allowed to board the ship during the exam without a valid reason. You will need to figure out everything about life on this island, from sleeping to preparing food. At the beginning, each class will be given two tents, two flashlights, and a box of matches. There will be no limit on sunscreen. As for toothbrushes, each of you will be given one. As an exception, we allow girls to use sanitary products without restrictions. Please make your request to your class teacher."

The students in Class B stood there and listened quietly to Mr. Majima's rules. Everything was almost the same as what Uesugi Gen had said.

Although Class A and Class C were a little agitated, they were all calmed down with their eyes by Kōhei Katsuragi and Ryuen.

And Class D...

"What the hell! Is this what it's like to survive on a deserted island? I've never heard of anything this ridiculous! This isn't an anime or manga! And there are only two tents, which can't even accommodate everyone! And what about food?! It's unbelievable!"

The shouting was so loud that even Majima-sensei's loud speaker couldn't completely drown it out, forcing him to temporarily stop reading.

I can only say that it is worthy of being Class D, and it is still as lame as ever.

Seeing the turmoil in Class D, the homeroom teacher, Chabashira Sae, also gave an explanation and tried to convince the students in Class D with her words.

"You say you can't believe it, but that's simply because your life has been short and superficial. In reality, a company offering training on an uninhabited island really does exist, and it's a well-known, large corporation. They're conducting this as an experiment."

But such a big truth is obviously impossible to convince them with their low IQ.

"Wow—this, this is—"

"Hey!"

At this time, Uesugi Gen spoke.

If I let them keep talking nonsense, I'll almost get sunburned.

He glanced at all the members of Class D who were in the midst of the chaos.

"How you protest after we're dismissed is your business. Now, let Majima-sensei finish explaining the rules. Don't waste my time. Understand?"

"Yes!!!"

The three members of Class D were startled by the sudden appearance of Uesugi Gen and immediately bowed to him ninety degrees.

“Private Marseille with red bean paste!!!”

The effect of Uesugi Gen's words was obviously good. Now no one in Class D dared to speak.

Who is the leader of Class D?

Everyone present, including the teachers, complained in their hearts at the same time.

Seeing this, Hoshinomiya, who had been silent all the time, approached Chabashira Sae, who was covering his forehead, and poked him with his arm.

Looking at the boastful expression on her face, Chabashi Sae knew what she was going to say without asking.

Seeing the first years finally quiet down, Mr. Majima continued speaking with a megaphone in hand.

"The master of this special exam—"

"Wait a minute, I have a question."

An extremely arrogant voice came from the direction of Class C. It was the leader of Class C, Ryuen Sho.

Is this ever going to end?

Uesugi Gen sighed inwardly.

Ryuen Sho walked out of Class C with an arrogant step, pointed at Uesugi Gen, and asked his questions to all the teachers and students.

"How...did he know the topic of this special exam in advance?"

55

Chapter 55 What your money? This is my money, my money!

Looking at Ryuen Xiao who was giving him an evil and arrogant smile, Uesugi Gen said helplessly.

"I say you really don't learn your lesson."