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

Then he looked at Ayanokouji next to him with an incredulous expression.

He didn't doubt what Kamio Tatsuya said, because this was no small matter, and he felt that Kamio Tatsuya, given his character, wouldn't joke about something like this.

"I……"

Even Ayanokouji was dumbfounded, because no matter how you looked at it, Kamio Tatsuya seemed like he would keep it a secret for him.

But why did you turn around and tell Hirata about it?

“Ayanokouji-san, I can understand that you're interested in girls at your age, but…”

Huh? I understand the logic.

But why do you say the exact same thing as Kamio?

Am I still not awake?

"It was Horikita who thought Ibuki was suspicious, so she sent me to find evidence. I was forced by her."

Good grief, you're just pushing it directly to Horikita, huh?

Although Tatsuya Kamio didn't believe it at all, Hirata looked like he understood.

"I see. Did you find anything special?"

"Nothing special was found."

Believe it or not.

"In short, I'll pretend I don't know anything about this, Kamio-kun, please keep it a secret as well."

Clearly, Hirata didn't want to escalate the matter, as it would be bad for both Ayanokoji and Ibuki.

Kamio Tatsuya shrugged, indicating he had no objection. In any case, he had just told Hirata that it was just a whim, a desire to subtly torment Ayanokouji.

If this matter really gets blown up, that bastard teacher Chabashira will definitely have something to say about it.

Before successfully leaving Class D, Kamio Tatsuya didn't want to cause any more trouble.

"In that case, I'll go wash up first. Would you like to come with me, Ayanokouji-kun?"

Hirata was relieved to see that Kamio Tatsuya had agreed, and he had no doubt that Kamio Tatsuya was just making excuses for him. What an honest kid.

While Ayanokouji and Hirata were away, Kamio Tatsuya opened the package that was unusually colored.

Yes, it's Ibuki's package.

this is……

camera?

So she really is a spy. Why didn't Ayanokouji say so?

Why is Ibuki carrying a camera?

If she was looking for the leader of Class D, wouldn't she have been able to confirm it with her own eyes? Since Longyuan sent her out, it means they trust her.

So, why?

Before Kamio Tatsuya could finish his thought, Hirata and Ayanokouji returned, looking much more energetic than before, with slightly damp hair, indicating they had washed their faces.

"Kamio-kun, we just ran into Kanzaki-kun from Class B while we were washing our faces. He told us where Class B's camp is and said that Ichinose-kun welcomes you to visit Class B."

"I?"

Kamio Tatsuya pointed to himself.

"Hmm, I don't know what's going on, but he was definitely talking about you. Are you and Ichinose-kun close friends?"

Well, it's not necessarily bad.

"Hmm, it's alright. In that case, I'll go check it out after roll call and gather some information. By the way, where is Class B's camp?"

Since Ichinose extended such a warm invitation, Kamio Tatsuya was naturally happy to accept.

Furthermore, you can tell her who the class leader is, and there's nothing wrong with everyone working together to weaken the class.

After learning about the school's competition rules, Kamio Tatsuya had an idea: becoming the strongest class doesn't necessarily guarantee becoming the best.

Only the class that can withstand the combined attack of three other classes can secure its position as the top class.

Unfortunately, it seems that not many first-graders understand this principle.

Especially those idiots in the class.

Since that's the case, then let me teach you a lesson.

"Kansaki said it's at a well campsite. If you follow the road in this direction, there will be a giant broken tree on the way back to the sea. From that giant tree, head southwest into the forest, and ahead is the campsite where Class B is staying."

Tatsuya Kamio nodded, indicating that he understood.

"Do you want to find someone to go with you? It would be safer if there were two of you."

To be honest, Kamio Tatsu wasn't too willing either, because he still had to go to Class C and Ryuen to meet up later.

"No need. I discovered it when I went out to explore yesterday. It's an artificial island, so there won't be any problems."

Moreover, even if something unfortunate happens, this thing still exists.

As he spoke, he raised the watch on his wrist.

Seeing that he couldn't persuade him otherwise, Hirata had no choice but to nod.

At eight o'clock in the morning, after Chabashira-sensei took attendance, Kamio Tatsuya left the camp and headed towards Class B's camp as instructed by Kanzaki.

As he walked, Kamio Tatsu was also pondering Ibuki's purpose in bringing the camera. Since Ryuen had photographed her as a spy, he must trust her.

If she just wanted to know who the leader of Class D was, she could simply go to Ryuen and tell him.

The presence of the camera meant that he wanted to capture decisive evidence.

So who will this evidence be shown to?

It's unlikely to be Class D, and it's hard to imagine it being Class B either, so it can only be Class B?

Longyuan said he wanted to collaborate on a class, but I never expected that he would end up working with a class in the blink of an eye.

No... perhaps there is no contradiction between the two.

Because Kanzaki gave a very specific address, the place was quite easy to find.

As soon as Kamio Tatsuya arrived, he was spotted by the students of Class B. He had seen them before; they were Kanzaki Ryuji from Class B, Ichinose's second-in-command.

"It's Kamio-kun, isn't it? Ichinose was right, you really did come."

Kamio Tatsuya nodded. Both were field exams, but the gap between Class B and Class D was too big.

The students in Class B showed absolutely no sense of tension about the exam.

"You're here for a picnic, right?"

Ryuji Kanzaki paused for a moment, then a proud smile appeared on his face. He had also visited Class D's camp before roll call.

Frankly speaking, he felt that his class was in a better situation than Class D.

"Thank you for the compliment."

Next, Ryuji Kanzaki brought Tatsuya Kamio to meet Ichinose.

Good morning, Kamio-kun.

Just as Tatsuya Kamio was about to say hello, he noticed a guy of a different color among a pile of backpacks to the side.

"Did any students from Class C also escape here from your class?"

"Also?" Ichinose tilted her head. "Does Class D have them too?"

"Yes, it's a girl named Ibuki. When our class found her yesterday, her face was very swollen."

Tatsuya Kamio spoke with a smile in his voice.

“There’s a boy named Kaneda over here in our class. He got beaten up because he opposed Ryuen,” Ichinose explained. Then, after looking around, she pointed to a boy and said, “That’s Kaneda-kun.”

The boy Ichinose was pointing to was thin, wore glasses, and had a golden mushroom haircut. He was currently helping out in Class B.

Hmm, he looks like a spy at first glance.

However, compared to Ibuki who does nothing, this guy really goes all out when something's going to happen.

Longyuan is really something; he figured out that the people from Class B and Class D wouldn't just stand by and do nothing about these two lone individuals.

So they openly and legitimately sent out spies.

"Hey Ichinose, haven't you considered the possibility that he might be a spy?"

"Haha, some classmates have indeed suggested this possibility, but even so, I can't just abandon them."

Ichinose's laughter sounded somewhat awkward, while Kanzaki looked rather helpless.

Yes, it was you, Kanzaki-kun, who raised the possibility that Kaneda was a spy.

"Furthermore, we will be prepared. If Kaneda-kun is a spy, then this is equivalent to us fighting against Class C."

Ah, I see. Kamio Tatsuya understood what she meant.

Since Ryuen sent Kaneda, it means that Ryuen has launched a challenge against Class B, and Class B's soft heart has forced them to accept the challenge.

The two sides clashed over Kaneda, a spy whose identity had already been revealed.

Ryuen needs Kaneda to find the leader of Class B, while Class B needs to hide the leader's identity under Kaneda's surveillance.

At first glance, it seems like Class B is forty against one, but in reality, it doesn't matter if Kaneda loses.

However, if Class B fails, the losses will be devastating.

It's hard to say who has the advantage or disadvantage.

Well, if Kaneda was also a spy, then he should have had that thing in his backpack—a digital camera.

Should we tell Ichinose...?

Well, I'll say it anyway, just in case I end up in Class B. It's good to build up my favorability beforehand.

"I suggest you take a look at Jintian's bags."

"Eh? Why?"

How am I supposed to explain this to you? Am I supposed to tell you that I saw a camera in Ibuki's bag, so I suspect that Kaneda also has one in his bag?

Going through a girl's bag would make you look like a pervert.

"I can't say the specific reason, but I think there should be decisive evidence that he is a spy in Jintian's bag."

All the necessary reminders have been given. What to do afterward is up to Ichinose. Kamio Tatsuya isn't their babysitter; there's no need for him to do everything for them.

Next, Kamio Tatsuya followed Ichinose to visit Class B's camp, which was much better than Class D's.

Even though everyone's expenses were roughly the same at seventy points, Kamio Tatsu felt that the living environment in Class B was much better than that in Class D.

For example, Class D spent points to buy two more tents, while Class B chose to buy ropes and cloth and then make their own hammocks.

I'm so envious!

You don't have to share a tent with others.

"Oh, by the way, I have some news to give you."

Before leaving, Kamio Tatsuya said to Ichinose.

"information?"

"Yes, I've found out that the class leader is named Totsuka Yahiko, the same guy who's Katsuragi's lackey. Whether you write it down on the last day is up to you."

"Okay, I understand. I'll write Totsuka-kun's name on it."

……

Seeing Ichinose's cheerful demeanor, Kamio Tatsu didn't know what to say.

Aren't you afraid I'm lying to you?

Tatsuya Kamio finally couldn't resist.

"I trust Kamio-kun. If Kamio-kun hadn't reminded me about that incident, I probably would have fallen into Ryuen-kun's trap back then."

Ichinose's expression was smiling, but she was very serious.

"So even if Kamio is lying to me this time, I will still write Totsuka Yahiko's name on it."