Demon Slayer: I was taken home by Shinobu Kocho at the beginning.

Sakayanagi was also interested in Tatsuya Kamio's suggestion, if he could obtain a large number of personal points in the exam that Kamio mentioned.

This would undoubtedly enhance her prestige in the class, which would certainly be a huge blow to the Katsuragi faction.

This way, we can easily take control of the class and then deal with Ayanokoji while we're at ease.

and……

Then she glanced at Tatsuya Kamio sitting opposite her; he probably wouldn't let her help for nothing.

"I can help you with this, but I also need your assistance with something."

"Tell me about it. If it's possible, I won't refuse."

Kamio Tatsu did not refuse outright. Since Sakayanagi had offered to help, he didn't mind doing something in return.

This way, you can save yourself a favor, which you might need in the future.

“Since you’ve told me that we’ll be taking an exam where we can earn a lot of points, I’ll give you some information too.” Sakayanagi smiled and then said meaningfully, “We’ll be going to a deserted island in the south during the summer vacation.”

Sakayanagi's words reminded Kamio Tatsuya of something Chabashira-sensei had said before.

"If no one fails this exam or the final exam in July, I'll take everyone on a summer vacation to a small island in the south."

It also mentioned that they would be taking a week-long vacation on the island.

However, given the nature of this school, a vacation is probably out of the question. So, will there be special exams during the summer vacation?

Is it still on a deserted island?

This is not impossible.

Ugh, this is ridiculous. Why not just stay in your room with the air conditioning on? Why do you have to go to a deserted island like some kind of savage? Seriously.

"Tell me, what do you want me to do?"

"How about you give Katsuragi a good beating?"

Sakayanagi said very casually.

If Sakayanagi can't participate in the exam, it'll be like a blow to Katsuragi...

To be honest, I don't really want to do it, because it would narrow the gap between Class D and Class D, which would be equivalent to helping Class D.

"It seems you're not entirely indifferent to the class after all."

"No, it's just to prepare in advance for my future showdown with Ayanokoji."

Ayanokouji?

Why is his name mentioned here?

Seemingly noticing Tatsuya Kamio's question, Sakayanagi offered an explanation.

"Ayanokouji-kun, he's very capable. I'm sure Kamio-kun knows that, right?"

Although reluctant, Kamio Tatsuya nodded. Although that guy had been hiding his true strength, Kamio Tatsuya could sense that the other party was very dangerous.

Putting everything else aside, at least in terms of fighting, Kamio Tatsuya felt he couldn't beat him.

After all, Tatsuya Kamio's physical abilities were not high at the moment; his strength and agility were only three points, which was not even up to the level of an adult man.

His highest attribute right now is intelligence, a full five points, which is stronger than the average person, but even so, he estimates that he is still not as good as Ayanokouji.

Since someone is so highly regarded by Sakayanagi, they probably aren't much worse than Sakayanagi.

If Tatsuya Kamio can't beat Sakayanagi in chess, it proves that his intelligence is currently likely inferior to Sakayanagi's.

The only thing he's better at than Ayanokouji is his greater life experience and his somewhat wildly imaginative thinking.

Most importantly, he's shameless enough!

"Kamio-kun, I really want to have a real showdown with Ayanokouji-kun. Can you help me make this wish come true?"

Upon hearing this, Kamio Tatsuya immediately looked at her as if she were an idiot.

just you?

And he even defeated Ayanokoji?

That guy could kill you with one slap, what makes you think you can?

Is it porcelain?

It's not impossible, it's a strategy, and it might even get Ayanokouji to drop out of school.

"Kamio-kun, has anyone told you that the way you're looking right now is very rude?"

"Yes, you said so yourself." Kamio Tatsuya disregarded Sakayanagi's feelings. "What exactly are you trying to do? Are you planning a class rivalry with Ayanokouji?"

"Can't you?"

“Of course you can, it’s your freedom, but I advise you not to have too many expectations of him.” Kamio Tatsuya nodded.

"why?"

"Because that guy doesn't seem to have any interest in class struggles at all."

That's why I need your help.

"hehe."

Kamio Tatsuya looked at Sakayanagi with a forced smile.

You previously told me not to interfere too much with Ayanokouji's actions and not to get involved with her, but now you're asking me to help you achieve a showdown with her. Your attitude before and after is completely different.

You don't have severe schizophrenia, do you, sis?!

"In short, the terms of this deal are: I'll help you defeat Katsuragi in the upcoming exam, and you'll help me gain a lot of points in the upcoming exam, right?"

"Although what you said is a bit convoluted, that's exactly how it is," Sakayanagi said, unable to suppress a smile.

"Then Masumi is our liaison."

Tatsuya Kamio's words did not elicit an immediate agreement from Sakayanagi; instead, she looked at Masumi Kamuro beside her.

"Masumi-kun, you never said that your relationship was good enough that you could call each other by name."

"I'm not your dog, why do I have to tell you everything?"

Kamuro Masumi looked displeased.

Compared to her displeasure, Tatsuya Kamio was speechless.

No... the very act of using this analogy is a big problem, isn't it?

And didn't you see that Sakayanagi's smile became even more amiable?

Wait, Masumi, you didn't do this on purpose, did you?

Are you a masochist?

"Let's put that aside for now. Masumi-san, could you be my liaison with Kamio-san?" Sakayanagi asked Kamuro with a smile.

I thought Kamuro would accept the task, but to my surprise, she refused without even thinking about it.

"No, I'm not like you. I don't want to see fighting between classes, so find someone else." Kamuro didn't give him any face at all.

So brave.

As it turned out, Sakayanagi wasn't angry at all. She took out her phone and dialed a number.

"Hashimoto-san, could you please come to the library? I need to ask you for a favor."

She hung up the phone soon after.

"You really know how to boss your classmates around. You'll definitely be a qualified capitalist in the future."

"you flatter me."

Damn it, I wasn't praising you.

"Alright, there's still some time before Hashimoto arrives. Shouldn't you two fulfill your bet first?" Sakayanagi looked at Kamuro and Kamio Tatsuya with an air of schadenfreude.

After being reminded, Kamuro immediately perked up and looked at Tatsuya Kamio with a confident expression.

"It's your turn to play this game. I'd like to see how you win."

To be honest, Tatsuya Kamio felt a little sorry for Kamuro at this moment.

Because Sakayanagi clearly brought this up just to make her look foolish, she jumped right into it without even thinking.

Sigh, even Tatsuya Kamio thought about just losing to Kamuro.

But this was something he used to intimidate Sakayanagi; he couldn't just lose like this.

So, Tatsuya Kamio picked up his king and then crossed the entire board to capture his opponent's king.

"Look, I won."

Seeing Tatsuya Kamio's relaxed and carefree expression, Kamuro was furious.

Chapter Ninety-Eight: Wishing us a successful cooperation

Seeing Tatsuya Kamio's actions, Masumi Kamuro was so angry that she couldn't speak.

Whose king can fly across the entire chessboard and eliminate the opponent's king?

And there are several pieces between them, are you kidding me?

However, unlike Kamuro, Sakayanagi didn't laugh at all, and even felt that he couldn't laugh.

"Don't think I don't know the rules. In chess, the king can only move one square at a time!"

"Who told you I was playing chess?" Tatsuya Kamio retorted. "We never said anything about the specific rules of this game. It's just your wishful thinking that this game is played according to the rules of chess."

From the beginning, Tatsuya Kamio said that he only knew the basic rules.

And he even specifically asked Sakayanagi: Eating the king means you've won, right?

Sakayanagi agreed, perhaps because at that time she didn't understand why Kamio Tatsuya would ask that question.

But when Tatsuya Kamio's piece flew across the board and captured her king, she understood.

"But, but you before..."

Kamuroku was somewhat speechless.

"See? Sakayanagi already understands, doesn't he?"

Kamuro looked at Sakayanagi and saw that the other man looked quite helpless, but he did not mock Kamio Tatsuya.

"You mean you can break the rules at any time, and even flip the chessboard at will, right?"

"As expected of you, you really understood what I meant."

Kamio Tatsuya smiled approvingly.

“In my opinion, it’s incredible to always follow the rules and regulations,” Tatsuya Kamio said with a smile.

"I've learned my lesson." Sakayanagi sighed. "Masumi-kun, you lost."

"I……"

Kamuro was furious, and then stomped his foot in anger.

"Masumi owes me something, don't forget."

"What do you want me to do?" Kamuro was very unhappy, but he did not intend to break the contract.

"Hmm, do three things for me?"

"How did one thing turn into three things?"

Kamuro immediately jumped up in anger. How dare this guy push his luck?

"One thing I want you to do is to do three things for me."

Good grief, are you trying to get stuck with a background character (BG)?

Kamuro felt angry again, and then slowly raised his fist.

"Do you expect me to negotiate with you using my fists?"

"Ahem, just kidding, don't be so easily teased." Kamio Tatsuya coughed twice quickly, because if he continued teasing him, the other party's fist might really come down.

He couldn't possibly actually attack Kamuro; they're all friends.

You agree, right, Sakayanagi?