In practice, I originally just wanted to be a slacker.

"Oh? So you noticed the number of people too?"

"Yes, when the results of this exam came out, I immediately understood why the cost of avoiding expulsion was so high."

Ichinose felt a pang of emotion, but also felt that she was on the right path, and that she had gained another reason to protect her companions no matter what.

Besides graduating together, we might even gain an advantage in certain exams.

“Because in some exams, having more participants gives you a huge advantage.” Tatsuya Kamio nodded. “Since you’re not planning to specifically name Class C, does that mean Class B is planning to name Class D?”

"I didn't say that," Ichinose immediately denied. "Actually, we discussed it and decided to challenge the class, so what?"

Just as Tatsuya Kamio had guessed, the only question was how to bring it up.

"To be honest, Ichinose, our Class C is also preparing to be selected as the next class, so could we ask you to attack Class D?"

"Eh?"

Ichinose was clearly surprised, and then a sad expression suddenly appeared on her face.

"Does Kamio-kun think that there's no need for our Class B to be defeated?"

what?

Where to start?

"Did you misunderstand something?"

"Kamio-kun wants to face off against Class C because he wants to cheer on the students in Class C, right?" Ichinose looked up at Kamio Tatsuya.

"That's the idea."

"Is our Class B any better? Doesn't Kamio-kun ever consider us enemies?" Ichinose looked somewhat sad. "And to make us specifically target Class D, isn't that just looking down on us?"

Putting everything else aside, Tatsuya Kamio was really curious about why Ichinose would think that way.

"I didn't mean that. I just didn't want to hurt our relationship, because Class C had an absolute advantage in this exam."

Besides, I'm not planning to compete against Class C, but just to give them a challenge. As for whether Sakayanagi will specifically target Class C, I think it's highly unlikely.

After all, even if Sakayanagi is incredibly combative, he wouldn't choose Class C under such unfavorable circumstances.

Ichinose thought for a moment, then nodded.

"I understand. I'll discuss it with everyone in Class B, but I can't guarantee it will be successful."

"of course."

In fact, once Ichinose agrees, it's unlikely that the students in Class B will refuse; that's the unique characteristic of Class B.

Actually, if Class B wanted to win this exam, their best option would have been to target Class D directly, since they have two more students, which is a natural advantage.

They can't possibly not understand the principle of picking the softest persimmons.

As for Class D, Sakayanagi would basically never choose it, because even if she really wanted to compete against Ayanokouji, she wouldn't take the opportunity.

Because this doesn't showcase the talents of either person at all.

Therefore, Sakayanagi will most likely choose Class B. As for why he won't choose Class C, it's because that might be opposed by most of the students in that class.

Attacking Class C while being several hundred points behind is a foolish choice in itself.

If Sakayanagi insists on designating Class C, the students in Class C will most likely tolerate it, but if they lose, the backlash will probably be something Sakayanagi can't handle.

Before facing off against Ayanokouji directly, Sakayanagi had no intention of losing his position as class leader.

It's now a done deal that Class C will be assigned to Class D and Class B will be assigned to Class D.

There is a high probability that the class will be assigned to Class B.

The next step is to win over Class D and get them to choose Class C.

Because if Class D chooses to be assigned to Class B, it is very likely that the assignment of Class C and Class B will change. Once the assignment changes, it could disrupt Tatsuya Kamio's plan.

Kamio Tatsuya didn't want to gamble on probability. Although he was lucky, it was better not to gamble if he could avoid it.

That evening, during Tatsuya Kamio's meditation time, another guest arrived in his room.

Chapter 208 Getting something for nothing? No way!

"Oh, what a rare guest!"

Kamio Tatsuya smiled as he looked at Horikita Suzune standing outside the door.

"What? You're not going back to prepare for the exam?"

"I have something I'd like to talk to you about."

Seeing Horikita Suzune's serious expression, Kamio Tatsuya released the doorknob.

"come in."

"excuse me."

It's just that Kamuro had something to do today and couldn't come; otherwise, Tatsuya Kamio definitely wouldn't have let Horikita in.

"What would you like to drink? We have black tea and cocoa."

Hearing this, Horikita Suzune was somewhat surprised, not expecting that Kamio Tatsuya would have black tea and cocoa, things that girls prefer.

Actually, the cocoa was prepared for the shrine, while the black tea naturally belonged to Shiina of the tea ceremony department.

As for Tatsuya Kamio himself, he prefers soda.

Considering that what was about to be discussed might take a long time, Horikita Suzune chose a cup of black tea.

Although I'm not very skilled yet, I've seen Shiina get laid many times, so my skills are not bad.

After taking a sip of what was in his cup, Tatsuya Kamio nodded silently.

"As the leader of Class D, you're not here to tell me something stupid like wanting me to go back to Class D, are you?"

Horikita's breath hitched, then he sighed.

"If you're willing to come back, I'll even let you say these stupid things."

Kamio Tatsu didn't reply, but just silently drank his tea.

“But even I can understand that this is impossible.” Horikita shook his head. “So I came to see you today because of something else.”

Something else?

Did they discover that Karuizawa was passing me information?

Did Hirata tell her?

Kamio Tatsuya never intended to keep Karuizawa a secret, because Hirata knew Karuizawa's past and that Karuizawa had chosen Kamio Tatsuya to protect herself.

If information about the class is leaked, Hirata will definitely think of Karuizawa.

The incident at the sports festival easily led Hirata to point the finger at Karuizawa.

After all, he didn't think Ayanokouji would tell Hirata about his voluntary leak of information.

But given Horikita's current demeanor, did Hirata take action to inform Horikita about this?

"Tell me."

Although he had guessed some of it, Tatsuya Kamio did not intend to say it directly, otherwise it would be a huge misunderstanding if the other party was not talking about this matter.

"You left informants in Class D, didn't you?"

"Oh? Why do you think that?" Of course, Tatsuya Kamio wouldn't admit it immediately. What he needed to do now was figure out how much Horikita actually knew.

"During the sports festival, I deliberately leaked Class D's competition list, not only to Class C, but also to Class B and Class 2."

Did you leak it on your own initiative?

Not Ayanokoji?

Seeing the surprised expression on Kamio Tatsuya's face, Horikita Suzune felt that she had slightly turned the tables.

"That's right, but when I passed this information on to Class B and Class S, I provided them with enough evidence to convince them."

However, all that was leaked to Ryuen was the entry form, but judging from the results, Class C seems quite certain that the entry form is genuine.

Upon hearing this, Tatsuya Kamio smiled.

"I see. Given Long Yuan's personality, he would never have easily believed that entry form from an unknown source, but based on the results, Long Yuan did believe it."

This provides evidence that Longyuan obtained the entry form of unknown origin from elsewhere, which is actually the entry form for Class D.

This led to the conclusion that I had an informant in Class D.

As he said this, Tatsuya Kamio couldn't help but start clapping.

"Not bad, Horikita. You actually came up with this idea. I admit I underestimated you. I initially thought Ayanokoji was the one who leaked the information."

Upon hearing this, Horikita felt secretly ashamed, because she had indeed come up with this idea after Ayanokouji suggested it.

"So? You're planning to find out who my informant is from me?"

Kamio Tatsuya picked up his teacup and tactically drank his tea.

"I already have a good idea for eyeliner."

So that's how it is. It seems Hirata really did get involved in this matter.

"It must be Kushida-kun!"

That's right, it's light...

and many more?

Who did you just say?

Kushida?

Kamio Tatsuya's thoughts were stuck on the name for a second. Why Kushida?

No, it should be, why would Horikita think it's Kushida?

Is there some misunderstanding?

Why do you think it's Kushida?

"After the midterm exams last semester, Ayanokouji saw what happened between you and Kushida by the lake. I don't think I need to explain further."

Horikita looked at Tatsuya Kamio with a serious expression.

“I see.” Tatsuya Kamio said, 'It’s clear now. So you think I obtained the real entry form by threatening Kushida?’

"Isn't that right?" Horikita retorted.

Then, Kamio Tatsuya smiled, which, in Horikita's eyes, was a classic villain's smile.

"What are you going to do if I say yes?"

“Of course, I’m asking you to let Kushida go.” Horikita Suzune’s eyes were very serious, and it was impossible to tell that she was joking.

"Why should I let her go? Or rather, what price are you willing to pay for me to let her go?"

Kamio Tatsuya looked at Horikita with great interest, and at that moment he really wanted to laugh.

Kushida, that Horikita you hate is actually planning to plead with me to let you go for your sake. Even though his original intention might be for the sake of the class, isn't that ridiculous?

“I can give up all my personal credits, including all the personal credits I received from schools before graduation.”

Kamio Tatsuya curled his lip in disdain, but also found it somewhat amusing.

"Class D currently has zero class points, and I think it will be very difficult for Class D to obtain class points in the future. Aren't you just trying to get something for nothing?"

In reality, Horikita was getting something for nothing, because she had already used up her points while settling accounts with Ryuen.

After all, the reason why Class D owed Longyuan five million was actually because of her.

This matter is more or less a handle to use against us. If Tatsuya Kamio were to expose this, Class D would probably be thrown into chaos again.

So when settling accounts with Ryuen that day, Horikita told the students in Class D about it and apologized. Although some students in Class D had complaints, they accepted it.

After all, she was working hard for the students in the class, but she just missed the mark.

There are even conspiracy theories that it was a trap set by Tatsuya Kamio, who had long been colluding with Ryuen to deliberately harm Horikita.

In short, Horikita currently has less than 10,000 yen in his account, all of which came from rewards he received at the sports festival.

If these points can be used to persuade Kamio Tatsuya to let Horikita go, it would be like getting something for nothing.

Unfortunately, Kamio Tatsuya didn't care about her meager sum. Even if she had 500,000 yen, Kamio Tatsuya probably wouldn't agree.