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Jade Rope and Snowfall both expressed the same sentiment.

“Our school can also provide enough space.” Yukino Yukinoshita calmed down, thought for a moment, and decided that instead of pointlessly arguing with Tamayori, it would be better to cooperate with Haku-kun’s conversation. “And we will hold a dance event, our school…”

"Hmph! Miss Vice President, there's no point in being stubborn." Bai Ying said earnestly, "We all know that whichever side holds the joint event has more prestige and can use it as promotional material for the school, so there will inevitably be disagreements on this issue—but above these disagreements, we should have a consensus on how to make the event even better. In terms of venue and facilities, the seaside complex is superior to the main campus."

"Of course, in exchange, the General Staff can allocate an extra half hour to the event schedule."

Yukino Yukinoshita rubbed her temples: "We can also choose a third-party venue..."

“Oh, my silly lady,” the white figure said, spreading her hands. “That would be a lose-lose situation, with neither side benefiting. It would be a pointless internal conflict. If you’re serious, I can only express my regret about your abilities…”

"#!"

This is the negotiation partner, this is the negotiation partner...

Yukino Yukinoshita calmed down a bit and spoke up, saying, "If Soubu takes an extra half hour of activity time, the workload will be even greater, so it can't be considered a concession. If the Seaside Comprehensive High School is responsible for the venue, then it should assume the responsibilities of the organizer, such as venue setup, catering, and personnel reception."

Bai Ying turned her head and asked in a low voice, "Whirlpool Jade Rope, do we have enough budget reserves?"

Yu Sheng replied subconsciously, "The budget provided by the school is more than sufficient."

“No problem.” Bai Ying smiled. “Then, the venue is decided…”

Wait a minute! Something's wrong! Think about it carefully, why would Soubu High School and Haibin Comprehensive High School hold a joint event? The other elementary school is just there for the fun of it; the real point is the joint event between the two high schools... Soubu High School might not be as financially powerful as Haibin Comprehensive High School, but it must have some advantage...

Bai Jun persuaded the principal to support him by filming the student council election for a program... The principal hoped that the school's publicity could keep up with the times and maintain Zongwu High School's competitiveness... Haibin Comprehensive High School was formed by the merger of three high schools and has not been established for long...

“I think Soubu High School is a more suitable venue,” Yukino Yukinoshita said slowly. “Haibin Comprehensive High School lacks sufficient historical accumulation and a strong brand effect. It needs to leverage the joint event with Soubu High School to showcase its school image. Therefore, Soubu High School is a more suitable venue.”

In short, Seaside Comprehensive High School needs to capitalize on the hype.

Even among high schools that offer pathways to higher education, there are differences. Sobu High School is the top-tier high school in Chiba Prefecture, with a long history and established brand reputation. If you aspire to higher education, applying to Sobu High School is the best choice. But what happens after Sobu High School fills its quota? The remaining students will naturally consider a seaside comprehensive high school that is a "friend school of Sobu High School".

A single joint activity may not be decisive, but the effects are accumulated through actions large and small.

Yukino Yukinoshita will think beyond the level of 'organizing a good event' and find the absolute advantage of Soubu High School over Seaside Comprehensive High School.

No matter how wealthy or large a school is, it is still a school and must be competitive in its core functions. This competitiveness is reflected in the reputation of a prestigious school that it has built up over time.

Just as the Yukino family would send both of their daughters to Soubu High School, their daughters' excellent grades would positively promote Soubu High School, thus creating a positive cycle for a prestigious school.

"very good……"

Bai Ying smiled and clapped: "The Christmas ball will definitely invite the photographer, some parents, and people from outside the school. Choosing Zongwu High School, which has a greater reputation, as the venue is indeed more appropriate. It's truly remarkable that Vice President Hero could see this..."

Yukino Yukinoshita scoffed inwardly. Such a simple thing…

“Then let’s change the content we just discussed,” Bai Ying added. “Since the venue is chosen to be Zongwu High School, our school will have an extra half hour in the event schedule. Furthermore, as the organizer, Zongwu High School needs to assume the responsibilities of the organizer, such as venue setup, catering arrangements, and personnel reception.”

Yukinoshita Yukino: "..."

Bai Ying: "Don't worry, I know that the budget of Zongwu High School is sufficient. We just need to mobilize some students' labor."

Yukinoshita Yukino: "..."

The scene fell silent for a moment.

Bai Ying leaned back slightly and asked in a low voice, "Whirlpool Jade Rope, what are the school's requirements for you?"

Yu Sheng replied in bewilderment, "We must actively cooperate with Zongwu High School to showcase the spirit of our students, and we must make the joint activities a success, no matter the difficulties or the effort required."

Bai Ying said knowingly, "The event will focus on Zongwu High School and provide support, while also striving to secure more opportunities for our school to perform. Based on this, we can increase the budget."

Yu Sheng subconsciously asked, "Hmm? Is that what you mean?"

Bai Fei curled his lip: "Otherwise what? Let the principal micromanage? What if the detailed standard is not appropriate and problems arise? Whose responsibility is it? The leaders only need to convey the spirit, while the student council has to consider many details—the terms just now were good, perfectly in line with our school's expectations."

Yu Sheng thought about it and agreed, but still couldn't help but retort, "You're the student council president of Soubu High School, right?"

Bai Ying waved his hand: "Alas, a fallen nobleman, a powerless emperor, let's not talk about his former glory."

"We should move on to the next topic..."

Snow beneath the snow uttered a soft, eerie sound, her face concealing a murderous intent.

Chitanda Eru, who was taking notes on the meeting, couldn't help but ask in a low voice, "Oreki-kun, did Uncle Shiro go to the other side to offer advice in order to make the event progress?"

Compared to the previous pointless wrangling meetings, this discussion progressed much faster.

"Um……"

Houtarou Oreki thought for a moment: "In order to regain his former power, His Majesty is willing to collude with foreign forces to launch a counterattack."

Chitanda Eru: "?"

Although the meeting format was full of flaws, it proceeded very smoothly.

Aside from Yukino Yukinoshita's occasional blood pressure spikes.

Chapter Sixty-Eight: The Grand Plan for Restoring the Nation!

With the Christmas ball plans finalized, the next step is the complex execution process.

In the student council office, Yukino Yukinoshita distributed tasks one by one: "Eru, prepare and distribute the notices, mainly including the location of the Christmas ball, the selection of executive committee members for each class, and the tasks that students of each grade need to perform... Hihama, please confirm the budget for food, drinks, costumes, venue, etc., and remember to leave some room for error... and the arrangements for the performances..."

Yukino Yukinoshita glanced up at the empty seat next to her, and asked in confusion, "Haku-kun hasn't arrived yet?"

"Not only did Hakukage not come, but Anshin-in didn't come either." Oreki Houtarou looked around and said in a strange tone, "I suspect the student council president has become a rogue ninja."

Yukino Yukinoshita pondered for a moment, then simply took out her phone and dialed Hakukage's number.

[What happened?!] The phone blared at an alarming volume. [Your aunt is sick?! The company went bankrupt?! Your brother is under investigation for suspected possession of dangerous goods?! You're pregnant?!]

The office was completely silent, with several pairs of onlookers watching as Yukino Yukinoshita's face quickly turned red.

"Haku-kun!" Yukino Yukinoshita involuntarily raised her voice, "What nonsense are you talking about?!"

"From a generally rational perspective, any problems that arise from making a phone call are major problems," Bai Ying sighed. "As the saying goes, when the phone rings, your heart sinks; it's either a money call or a funeral call..."

Yukino Yukinoshita was exasperated and decisively gave up on discussing this topic with Shirokage. According to the "Shirokage Breeding Manual," Shirokage has an extremely strong ability to proliferate. If the information it conveys is relayed, it can proliferate indefinitely: "It's student council activity time now. Where are you?"

"Of course I'm in the student council office at Seaside Comprehensive High School."

Bai Ying leaned back slightly in his chair, holding his phone. His gaze swept steadily across the faces before him, and he said in a deep voice, "I have swept away heroes and united the eight wastelands, my achievements surpassing heaven and earth, my virtue as profound as the heavens and earth. Yet, the hearts of men are fickle, and the ways of the world are unpredictable. My former trusted ministers have plotted against the principal; my loyal retainers have been fickle! They have plotted rebellion and evil, formed cliques, seized my power in the court, and humiliated my dignity in my bedchamber! How painful!"

"A hero is like a lone peak, soaring high without needing a crowd; his ambition is like a pine tree, unconcerned with the changing seasons! I have the loyal 9527 within my ranks and virtuous men on the coast outside; we will surely strike at the heart of the enemy and reclaim the old capital! When we finally conquer Zongwu, I will make you wear a maid's outfit, speak softly and respectfully, wear dog ears, and refrain from making cat noises!"

After the impassioned declaration of war, a silence fell over the two student council offices.

Oh? Then you should give it a try.

Yukino Yukinoshita's gentle tone was filled with murderous intent.

Bai Ying hung up the phone first, snorted coldly, and waved her hand, saying, "It was just a small accident. Everyone, let's continue discussing how to organize the event."

"Is there any possibility..." Yu Sheng raised her hand to rub her temples and asked softly, "Bai, we didn't agree to let you help us organize the event..."

Bai Ying raised an eyebrow and asked, "Are you sure?"

Yu Sheng hesitated, then subconsciously looked at the other members of the student council, only to find that they were also looking at him.

To be honest, as a talkative person who is both self-aware and not very self-aware, this is the first time that Yu Sheng has met such an ultimate talkative person who can talk himself out of words. This talkative person is not even the type who translates a sentence a hundred times, but rather translates a hundred sentences into a hundred different forms such as poems, ancient sayings, and short sentences.

When it comes to talking nonsense, I consider you the best.

"Let me serve as your advisor and help you make the most of this joint event!" Bai Ying said logically. "Putting everything else aside, I've already negotiated the preliminary plan for you. Doesn't that prove my sincerity? Your principal didn't say anything after reviewing the agreed-upon plan?"

Yu Sheng pondered for a moment and said, "The principal told us to do a good job with the joint event, but he didn't say anything special..."

"No word is the best word," Bai Ying said earnestly. "Just like when a teacher doesn't suddenly talk to you, it's definitely not a good thing. So let me be your advisor, to help you organize your activities. You get a free laborer, and I'll use you to thwart the principal's conspiracy and regain the power of student council president. Isn't that wonderful?"

Yu Sheng couldn't help but comment, "Does it really have to be this messy?"

Bai Ying said smugly, "My friend, this is just a common rhetorical device. Writing needs rhetoric to increase its expressiveness, and life also needs rhetoric to increase its vitality. You just need to understand the meaning."

"But something doesn't seem right, does it?" Orimoto suddenly said. "If we're going to make an analogy, shouldn't the principal be the emperor?"

Bai Ying stroked his chin: "Then let's change it to my own outstanding achievements, the principal's jealousy and suppression, so I plan to bring in foreign forces to force my way out..."

Zheben commented, "That's quite a clever rhetorical device."

"Alright! Let's get back to the point!" Bai Ying's expression turned serious. "Let me join you!"

Yu Sheng rubbed his temples, speechless for a moment—other school student council presidents probably wouldn't encounter such a bizarre and explosive situation.

"Hmm... I understand your thoughts, but given the situation, we need to discuss it before making a decision..."

“If you can’t make up your mind about red tape, then I’ll help you out!” Bai Ying suddenly stood up and walked to the president’s desk in a few steps. He leaned over and whispered something. Yu Sheng’s expression changed and he looked at Bai Ying with a confused expression.

Yu Sheng: "Ahem... What do you all think about having Bai join temporarily?"

Zheben was the first to respond: "That's a good idea!"

The others looked at each other and then echoed with comments like "Okay," "No problem," "I agree," and "Yes, yes, yes."

Yu Sheng said with a particularly strange expression, "Then welcome to the team, Bai..."

"Don't call him classmate, call him advisor."

Bai Ying said with satisfaction, "Then let's get started!"

“Speaking of which…” Yu Sheng turned to Angelina, “Where is this student?”

“She is my personal subordinate,” Bai Ying said. “Although I was squeezed out of the center by the hero and the principal, I still have people who support me.”

Angelina nodded solemnly: "That's right! My loyalty is determined by the length of time I'm provided with meals!"

"Oh... ahem, let's begin then, about the event announcement..."

Yu Sheng began to take charge of the student council's work.

The work is not progressing very smoothly.

Even Angelina, who was rather unproductive in the student council, could sense a very chaotic atmosphere. It wasn't that the student council members weren't actively participating, couldn't come up with good ideas, or that the discussion wasn't lively enough; rather, they couldn't make decisions quickly.

For example, when discussing the opening ceremony, the types of activities were rotated from singing and dancing to drama and comedy, and the participants were rotated from students of several seaside comprehensive high schools. After the rotation was completed, Yu Sheng would say, "We'll discuss it later..."

The work of the Zongwu High School Student Council is more reliable.

When the superior decides what to do, everyone tries their best to dissuade him, and then the superior tries to overcome the obstacles by deception, trickery, or by using others' strength against him...

Does it seem unreliable?

Angelina was lost in thought when she suddenly heard a loud slamming of the table.

"I have a suggestion," Bai Ying interrupted the heated and chaotic discussion. "We've secured the opportunity for the opening ceremony, so we should make a strong first impression and play our strongest trump card to showcase our school's strength. Therefore, this opening program must be the best and the one that generates the most discussion!"

Yu Sheng paused for a moment, then nodded and said, "Of course, so we still need to discuss this..."

“If I find someone from the entertainment industry to help you out, wouldn’t that be much more powerful than your plans?” Bai Ying said confidently. “Putting everything else aside, I’m at least a semi-entertainment professional with some negative publicity and connections in the industry. Having professionals as external support will definitely boost our school’s prestige.”

Zheben's eyes lit up, and he raised his hand, saying, "That's a good idea!"

Angelina suspects the other person is a repeating machine who says "This is a good idea!"... So is this person trying to liven up the discussion?

Yu Sheng was somewhat tempted, yet hesitant: "For a joint activity between the two schools, wouldn't it be better to involve our own students..."

Bai Ying: "In your daily work, you come up with a lot of solutions, and when you can't delay any longer, you just pick one from that pile to deal with it?"

The others exchanged glances, briefly recalling the student council's work process. Yu Sheng coughed and said, "This is a spirit of striving for excellence. Don't worry, it won't lead to a lack of time..."

"Couldn't the wasted time have been used to execute the plan better?"

Bai Ying shrugged: "Besides, I've already made contact in advance. They all have regular jobs. What if we keep discussing this and it drags on too long, affecting their work schedule?"

"Huh?! You're a screenwriter and actor?!" Zheben exclaimed, holding his phone in utter surprise. "You've acted in TV dramas and movies, written scripts for TV dramas and movies, and even appeared on TV shows?"

"Heh, don't underestimate my connections." Bai Ying snorted twice. "The Whirlpool Jade Rope, what do you think?"

Yu Sheng couldn't think of anything wrong with it for a moment—the professional-level foreign aid was impeccable as the opening act of the event.

"Then let's leave the opening program to Consultant Bai."

They then continued discussing the program schedule.

Bai Ying spoke frequently.

"For allocation, we can consider assigning them to some students from Class B of Grade 11, Class C of Grade 11, and Class F of Grade 12... These three classes have special talents and experience in arts and performances... How do I know? Don't underestimate my intelligence network! I've already reviewed the activities of Haibin Comprehensive High School for the past three years..."

"What's wrong with you guys? You don't even know the talented people in your own school? And you call yourselves a student council?"

"Zongwu High School is responsible for all the dirty and hard work. Our students' task is to make a good appearance, eat and drink, perform shows, and show off our school's prestige on Zongwu High School's turf..."

"What about clothing? It's all up to you, even wearing the school uniform is fine..."

"Emergency training for students to dance? Why don't you sign up all the students for a dance training class? After all, this is a student activity. Just sway to the music a couple of times. As long as there are a lot of people, it will look very classy. Your experience with regular calisthenics is enough to handle it."