On Monday, November 8, Ryuuen and his team were surprised by the entry of the Concept Café and had to deal with the situation in various ways, but their determination to fight did not change what they had to do. 　

In response to Ryuuen's proposal, Horikita proposed a one-million-private-point fight to secure the agreement of the class.

The class with one point more in sales at the festival would receive the million of points from the other class. 　

We will win by fighting head-on, without any jitters. 　

It was a good sign that many of the classmates had such a positive attitude. 　

When Chabashira-sensei left the classroom and after school came, I took out my cell phone.

I noticed that I was getting texts back, so I read them. "I have some time. I'll be at the designated place." Apparently, they were willing to meet up now.

I guess my earlier preamble about the future worked out well.

"Hey, Kiyotaka. Let's go home together. "

"Sorry, I have plans for later today."

"Oh, really? I see... Well, Maya, let's go home together!" 　

Kei made a quick switch and turned to Sato, who was still in the classroom.

"You're not following Ayanokoji-kun!?"

"Well, that's not the case, is it?"

Sato was not at all disgusted with the idea, but rather accepted Kei's proposal with a smile.
She invited several other girls to join her and left the classroom happily.

Among them was Shinohara, who had been so distant until a short time before. 　

Since closing the distance between Kei and Sato, she seemed to have matured even more. 　
Anyway, I was grateful that she was there to accompany Kei.

I decided to leave the classroom and head to the special building to meet with Kanzaki, who had called me.

This was not something that we could talk about over the phone, in chat rooms, or in public.

On the way to the school, I saw Majima-sensei, the 2nd year class A teacher, and the teachers of other grades standing around talking in the hallway.

The unusual sight caught my attention, but I didn't stop walking.

"I see that Chabashira-sensei has changed recently." 　

As I passed by, I could hear the teachers talking.

"She seems to have become more rounded, or perhaps he is smiling more often."

"I'm sure you and Chabashira-sensei were classmates when you were students together, right? I'd like to ask you a few questions." 　

Apparently, the topic of conversation was about Chabashira-sensei.

I thought they could talk in the staff room as much as they wanted, but it might not be unreasonable if the topic was about a specific teacher, especially one of the opposite sex.

It goes without saying that the unanimous special examination was the catalyst for the changes in Chabashira that the teachers were talking about. 　

I am sure that she gave the impression that she had broken out of her shell not only as a homeroom teacher, but also as a teacher. 　

Mashima-sensei noticed my presence and interrupted the conversation. 　

I think he decided that it was not a good idea for the students to hear his careless comments.
"Ayanokoji, what are you doing in the special building?" 　

Since few students pass through this hallway after school without meaning to, it is a natural question.

"I have a short meeting to attend. It's about something I don't want others to hear."

When I answered this, the teachers, with the exception of Mashima-sensei, looked somewhat uncomfortable and walked away, as if they had decided to disperse. 　

I could have left immediately, but I had a little extra time before the meeting.

"I was just in time, Mashima-sensei. I would like to ask you a few questions, if you don't mind." 　
I was sure that the presence of Majima-sensei, who had stopped until the end of the meeting, must be some kind of fate.

"Me? What do you want from me?"

"It's about a rule that wasn't clearly stated about the festival." 　

Although he looked slightly doubtful, Mashima-sensei immediately faced me squarely as a teacher.

This school is built around a very different set of rules than most high schools. 　

You are well aware that each student will have a different perspective. 　

However, there are some things that inevitably concern you.

"I don't know what you want to ask, but shouldn't you first check with your homeroom teacher, Chabashira-sensei?"　

I'm not hesitating to ask her if my premise is correct. 　

Certainly, it would be logical to ask the homeroom teacher to explain the rules to her own students.

"In some cases, it may be more convenient to ask another teacher who isn't Chabashira-sensei."

"Teachers are supposed to be fair to their students. However, even so, there is no guarantee that problems will not occur if they are in the same grade or class as another student. You know that, don't you?" 　

He reminds me that it is sometimes too late to do something until after we have already done it.

"I judge that Mashima-sensei is not the kind of person who would betray the students' expectations."

"If that is your judgment, then let's not do anything more absurd." 　

This is an attitude of "if you trust me, then do what you want"

"So what are the unstated rules that you want to ask about?" 　

After obtaining permission, I ask Mashima-sensei for advice on a particular case. 　

They were not at all surprised to hear what I was saying.

The school also has some unstated rules in place to accommodate the various wishes of the students.

That's why I don't wonder why there are students who think like I do.

You are absolutely right. It is not impossible to use them when necessary."

"I suppose that's true." 　

It's not an outlandish idea. 　

There will be times when a class situation, or a major inconvenience, will call for it.

"But when asked if it is efficient, I question whether it is. As I'm sure you know, if it were between students, there would be no problem. Or, more precisely, we need to have our own discussions so that it doesn't happen. Do you understand what I'm saying?"

"Yes. It doesn't have to be explicitly stated in the rules. It can be done independently."

"Yes, of course the risks are different, but why take that option into account?"

"I think it's only natural that we should be prepared for any unforeseen eventuality." 　

When I responded, Mashima-sensei nodded his head while thinking about it.

"Whether you exercise it or not -- Yes, it is certainly worthwhile to understand." 　

Although Mashima-sensei did not say so, he may have had a vague idea of the path to sales that would lead from there.

"I am glad I was able to get confirmation. Thank you very much."

"No problem."

This is one less thing I need to confirm for the festival. It was an unexpected harvest. 　

After I bade farewell, I was about to leave when I was stopped by Mashima-sensei.

"Ayanokoji, I think I heard Chabashira talking a little bit about you..... what happened in the unanimous special exam?"

"You didn't hear? Not from the Chabashira Sensei? 　

Although Mashima-sensei knows the result, he does not seem to fully understand Chabashira-sensei's change of heart.

"She started to look forward and smile, regardless of whether or not there were expelled students. In other words, there was a strong event in that special exam that changed her mind. Isn't that right?" "　

As I recall, Majima-sensei and Chabashira-sensei were originally from the same grade at the High School for Advanced Training.

They are well versed in the various circumstances of the past, so it is not surprising that they would be surprised.

"Actually, I shouldn't ask a student about this. Forget about it.

"I understand. Excuse me." 　

After giving a brief bash to Mashima-sensei, I decided to go to the special building to meet up with Kanzaki.

PART 1

The cultural festival is getting closer and closer, but there is another problem that needs to be dealt with in parallel. That is to change Ichinose's class. 　

The countdown to collapse is progressing faster than we had anticipated. 　

In order to avoid this, we must take the necessary measures. 　

This time, we will not contact Ichinose, the leader. 　

What we need to do now is to change the classmates who are under her. However, this action needs to be taken carefully. 　

Who else could possibly be capable of filling that role but that man?

"I'm sorry to call you out here." 　

After school, I went to the designated place as I had been informed and found Kanzaki already there waiting for me. 　

His face was grim, and he was certainly not in the mood for a pleasant conversation.

"What do you want from me?" 　

I have known Kanzaki from another class since shortly after we entered the school, but we aren't particularly close.

He has recently been distrustful of my presence and maybe dislikes me.

No, just because he doesn't like me doesn't mean he won't answer my calls. 　

It is precisely because they dislike me, precisely because they are wary of me, that they want to talk to me. 　

And if they are meeting someone they don't want to be seen by, it is more likely.

"It's time to talk about the future."

"The future? What do you mean ...... Well, that's okay. Let me talk to you first." 　

Kanzaki adjusted his posture before we could talk about our business.

Although a little surprised at this unexpected initiative, I decided to listen to Kanzaki's story first.

"I've been troubled for a long time now. I didn't talk to anyone about it, I just went through it alone." 　

After putting it into words, he corrected himself and said

"No, it would be an exaggeration to say that I was troubled, but I was thinking about what to do with myself every day. "　

These words were filled with emotions not typical of the calm and collected Kanzaki.

I decided to remain a listener until he asked for an answer.

"I'm not sure what I'm going to find in my school life ......." 　

They may not be stumped by friendships or dating problems, but they may be the ones who are most concerned about the students at this school. 　

The students at this school have only one thing to worry about: getting promoted to A level.

"I don't need to tell you this, but our class is not winning." 　

What is it that they can't win against? 　

Is it the cultural festival or the special end-of-year exam that is just a little further down the road? 　

No, this is not the end of the story.

The reality is that Ichinose's class cannot make it to A class. 　

Kanzaki, who is aware of this, screamed.

"Academics, athletics, and leadership are not lagging far behind other classes. In fact, I feel that I am superior in some aspects. But I know that this does not always translate into victory."

He began thinking, understanding, and worrying on his own. As expected, it all started with Kanzaki.

"I know what you want to say. So what are you looking for from me? Kanzaki." 　

Anyone can listen to what you have to say and show understanding.

"I want your advice on.... Ichinose." 　

Why it has to be me.　

The name of one of the few people with whom I might have something in common came up immediately.

"No, that's not all. I'd also like to hear your opinion on what our class should do in the future."
"That's a big deal. And you're asking me, a non-classmate, to do that?"

".....Indeed."　

It was precisely because he had been cornered to this point that he had no choice but to resort to such measures. 　

No, at first, there was no room to even consider such help.

He was not even ready to consider such help at the beginning.

"She never listens to me seriously. No, it's the same for everyone."

"I thought Ichinose was a student who listened to everyone. "

"It's only when you're facing the same direction as Ichinose. There's no need to explain it now."

I dared to say something like a test, but I guess that's no longer necessary. 　

To put it simply, if you ask Ichinose for help to save someone, she will not take any risks, will not betray you, and will stay with you until the end to lend a helping hand.

However, if you ask Ichinose to help you to trap someone in a senseless way, she will never help you.

She can be described in such words as "righting wrongs and doing justice."

Even if you give her money or other rewards in an attempt to undermine her, she will never change her mind.

"I'm not saying she's looking in the wrong direction, but idealism is idealism."

"There are many times when that idealism is necessary."

"That's right. When things are going well, I'm prepared to go along with them even if it takes a lot of effort."

In fact, Kanzaki and his classmates have followed Ichinose's lead and shared his struggles up to this point.

"But how about now? We continued to follow Ichinose's policy and lost class points. I'm at the bottom of the class, and I can't even find a way to break out of it."

"You speak frankly, don't you? Are you sure about that? Is it okay if I tell you what's going on in our class?"

"That's a foolish idea."

He muttered to himself as if he was disappointed.

"But a plan is a plan, even if it's a stupid plan. I have no choice now but to rely on you. "

I remove my somewhat resigned gaze from him and stare at the empty hallway floor.

"On the unanimous special exam, I argued that we should earn class points even if it meant expelling our classmates. I tried to get a foot in the door by voting yes, but that didn't work either." 　

I don't know all the ins and outs of the class, but even then it was easy to visualize what happened."

Kanzaki agreed with the idea of expelling the students in order to improve his class and make them understand the reality of the situation.

He tried to change the mindset of the class by continuing to vote in favor of the proposal, but none of his classmates, including Ichinose, agreed with him.

Even if he had been removed, something similar should have happened.

"...... It's a funny story." 　

When I didn't answer, Kanzaki broke the silence and muttered something.

"What is the use of telling this to anyone, friend or foe?" 　 　

He took the liberty of understanding that there was no way he could get advice from me. 　

He was so desperate for advice that he felt like humiliating himself after all this time.

"Ichinose is devoted to you. The only one who can change Ichinose's policy is such a unique existence. She has come to see only in a straight line."

"I see." 　

In order to save the class, the leader, Ichinose, must change her thinking and sense of values. 　

The ability of that class as a whole is perfect, so we can certainly see the light.

"It seems that you really want to change the flow and get out of this stagnant situation." 　

There was no need to make amends at this point, so Kanzaki nodded deeply. 　

However, I have to think carefully about whether this is really for the good of the class. 　

Kanzaki, who is feeling frustrated, does not see it.

The future that can be saved by changing Ichinose is nothing more than a lie. 　

Even if Ichinose were to change with one word from me, can it really be called growth? 　

Even if Ichinose becomes the kind of person who sometimes makes ruthless decisions, will she be able to catch up with the other classes? 　

In order to erase her shortcomings, she erases her strengths, which can be called her one and only. 　

Once you have made the decision to move in that direction, there is no guarantee that you will be able to go back.

"We agree that the flow needs to change, but we disagree on how."

"There is no other choice. The only person who can change Ichinose is you, Ayanokoji."

"I don't know. I can't help but think there's someone more qualified to do that."

"I can't think of anyone else."　

Kanzaki, who had no idea what I was talking about, would have frowned upon the idea.

"As a matter of fact, there is one student I called here today after I approached you Kanzaki."

"Who is it?"

"It's one of your classmates that know you very well."

"Don't tell me you called Ichinose?"

In a sense, she's the last person you'd want to see here.

"Unfortunately, it's not Ichinose. It's a student who has the potential to change the course of events."

"I'm sorry to interrupt, but there is no one in our class who can argue with Ichinose except for me. I have experienced and understood that firsthand."

"Isn't that why you have such a narrow viewpoint, Kanzaki?"

"What?"
"Although Ichinose's class seems monolithic, it is not truly one. There are quite a few students who are forced to stick together because of their surroundings." 　

That answer did not seem to ring true to him. It was understandable. 　

He would not easily make his classmates feel insecure.

"Why has Ichinose's class fallen down the rankings and is now facing a major crisis?" 　

If you follow the error chain, where do you end up?

We need to show that to Kanzaki and the others.

"What is this? Why is Kanzaki-kun here too? 　

Himeno seemed somewhat taken aback, as if she thought she was the only one in the room. 　

She was a little earlier than promised, but on the contrary, it was good timing.

I was a little early for the appointment, but it was good timing.

"Himeno? Did you have any connection with Ayanokoji?"

"Sort of, yeah." 　

It is safe to say that I have never had any contact with them at school. 　

"I can't believe that Himeno is the right person for the job you're talking about." 　

I can almost imagine the image that Kanzaki must have had of Himeno during their time at school.

He probably thinks she is just one of the girls, no different from the rest of her classmates.

"I'm going to prove it."

"Wait a minute. You seem to be talking about me. What is it?"

It is understandable that Himeno would be puzzled when she was summoned.

"That's ..... No, wait." 　

Just as he was about to explain, Kanzaki noticed a discrepancy.

"What do you mean, Ayanokoji?"

"What?"

"You called me out. What exactly did you intend to talk about? Himeno seemed to have called you beforehand, but now it's as if you've been calling me from the very beginning."

Kanzaki's mouth was about to open, but it closed, and he looked at Himeno and me alternately.

"What, what, what is it?"

"I had anticipated that I would be talking to you today about your class. ...... Did you yourself think I should bring change to our class? No, I don't understand why you would think such a thing, or why you would do it..." 　

I called Kanzaki here, and before I could start talking, Kanzaki gave me the inside scoop on the class. 　

I'm not sure if this is the right time for Himeno to show up, and the fact that it's part of the conversation makes it all the more unnatural.

"How much do you see into this....?" 　

By starting the conversation with Kanzaki, I learned about his calculation in an unexpected way. 　
As a result, it seemed to have a sufficient effect to surprise Kanzaki.

"Let's get down to business. I'll tell you why I called Kanzaki here today. I don't need to change Ichinose by my own hands. I'm not going to be able to do that. By changing the consciousness of the class, I can bring about a change in Ichinose."

"...... It's a waste of time. I've seen it attempted firsthand."

"One person, yes. But two? What if there are three? If everyone except Ichinose changes their mind, the result of the unanimous special examination should have changed as well."

"It's a dream come true that everyone's consciousness would change. Even if they did, would the results of the special examinations have changed? Ichinose would not allow the existence of the expelled students until the very end."

"It is hard to believe that Ichinose, who cares about the class, would approve of the expulsion, but whether she was penalized for the failure of the special examination is another matter."

"Wait a minute. Ichinose-san would protect her classmates even if she has to take a heavy penalty." 　

At this point, Hineno, who had been a bystander, interrupted.

"I wonder if Ichinose would really be able to go through with her plan to the end, even if 39 people were opposed to it."

"I'm sure Ichinose-san would've gone through with it. I think so, don't you, Kanzaki-kun?"

"I think so, too. I'm sure there are some contradictions." 　

Ichinose takes the lead in fighting for her classmates. 　

But what if they were to be rebuffed by all of their classmates? 　

Even if she is made to recognize that she is doing something wrong, it is another matter whether she can continue to oppose it until the end.

Even if she were to go through with it, what awaits her afterwards is the self-loathing that Ichinose herself will have to endure. 　

The only thing that would remain would be the fact that she had lost a large number of class points because of her own fault.

Whether Ichinose, driven by remorse, would have been able to fulfill her responsibilities as a leader is another matter.

"That's a worse ending than the current one. "

"Ah. I don't think Ichinose wants that kind of development. I'm not sure I'd like to see that happen. Kanzaki-kun"

"What if all your classmates were willing to accept the expulsion just like ours did?"　
While understanding that this is unrealistic, I wanted them to simulate the situation as if it were true.

"If 39 people continue to vote in favor of the proposal even though time is running out, Ichinose will eventually give in and vote in favor of the proposal. And she would have induced herself to be expelled from the school..."　

The answer came without hesitation.

The class would succeed in expelling Ichinose and gained class points. 　

At the same time, she was able to cut himself free from the bonds of goodness that had bound her to Ichinose.

"It's impossible. Even if that were to happen, the disadvantages would be too great." 　

If Ichinose leaves the Ichinose class. 　

It may be a development he had never considered, but for Kanzaki, it was a departure from the norm.

"Of course, I'm not saying you should expel Ichinose. But if the classmates change, the class will change. I think we should change the consciousness of the class without changing Ichinose. And the first step in that direction is you two, Kanzaki and Hineno."

"Us?"

"You don't agree with everything Ichinose is doing. The most important thing to remember is that you are not alone in your beliefs. Right?"

"That's..."

"What did you think when Kanzaki showed resistance in the unanimous special examination?"
"......"　

Himeno is silent and turns over.

"Let me ask you as well. I wanted to know what you were thinking, too."

"I thought it was impossible. Classes don't change easily. I don't want to see other people get hurt more than I want to see myself get hurt, because you're just saying pretty words." 　

She began to talk about what she was feeling.

"I felt that Kanzaki-kun's resistance was simply a waste of time. That's why I told him that I wanted the painful time to end soon."

　 Kanzaki closed his eyes and nodded slightly, perhaps remembering what had happened at that time.

"I'm sure you heard Himeno's words and took them to mean that she was just like the rest of your classmates that there was no choice but to go against Ichinose and abandon your fellow classmates." 　

Without denying it, Kanzaki nodded deeply once.

"But that's not what happened. Himeno herself is questioning the state of the class."

"If that was the case, why didn't she say so? She could have said so many times, even if it wasn't during the unanimous special exam." 　

I don't know what's really going on in the class, but I can't interfere. 　

This is not the place to talk about it. 　

I am an outsider, so there is usually nothing to be gained by listening to them.

Now, however, the situation is reversed.

It is precisely because I am here, precisely because I am here, that I can get HIMENO to say what he wants to say. 　

In other words, if we miss our chance now, we will return to the Ichinose's class same old routine, where nothing will change.

"Huh. ......" 　

Himeno's eyes do not show the same variety of emotions as Kanzaki's.

"Don't make it sound so easy."

"You don't have to answer, you know. There is only strong peer pressure in our class. Even if I think something is white, if many people say it is black, then it is black. It doesn't matter if I am right or wrong. In such a class, there is no point for a minority to speak up. It is just painful to keep being surrounded by people who are persuaded to say what they think is black, until they are told it is white. That is why I have never said anything in the past, and I have no intention of saying anything in the future."

"But if I don't say something, white will forever remain black."

"That's all right. I accept the assertion of blackness that others have taken the liberty of concluding. But I can still keep the color white in my mind."

Himeno's attitude was as if to say, "This is the reality of our class right now."

"I'm sure Kanzaki-kun's heart was broken by the fact that he insisted on the class, right? You were forced to write it down as black even though you believed it was white. That's a tough thing to endure, isn't it?" 　

It was an unnecessary hardship. In order to avoid this, Himeno chose to let himself be swept away. 　

No, this is not only Hineno. 　

This is a story that seems to be going through all the other students in Ichinose's class as well.

"I hope you don't think of me as one of your friends. I'm sorry, but I can't be as passionate as Kanzaki-kun."

Himeno backs away from Kanzaki, who was approaching Himeno as if he was trying to get close to her.

"Is it okay to stay in our class like this?"

At first, Kanzaki assumed that Himeno was just another classmate.

However, I found myself desperately trying to get them to talk to each other without my intervention.

"I was not able to become anyone's best friend. I can't be best friends with anyone, but I can't be on bad terms with anyone either. Sometimes I am invited, sometimes I am not. I don't want to destroy that kind of distance and atmosphere." 　

Himeno's assertion that it is best if things are settled without incident is not a bad thing. 　

But that doesn't mean that the class can move forward.

"I'm not sure how long it will take for the class to move forward, but if Kanzaki-kun's position gains momentum with the majority of the class, I'll be on your side too. Is that okay with you?"

Himeno assures us that she will not stand for the minority under any circumstances.

"Damn it, ......!" 　

These words convey his true intentions and his unwillingness to stand up for what he believes in. 　

If she and Kanzaki turn against each other, what awaits Himeno is an attack from the majority in the name of "softening the majority". 　

This will be repeated until he abandons his own ideas.

"Can I go now? I won't tell anyone about this, because it would only embarrass me." 

What would Kanzaki do as Himeno is about to leave? 　

If we let her walk away, there will be no change in the class after all.

".....Wait for me."

"I don't want to wait."

"I wasn't going to tell anyone, but I'm about to make a big decision for myself."

"What's that? "

"I'm not going to sink down with Ichinose and her class anytime soon." 　

Kanzaki puts into words thoughts that he may not have spoken before, and lets Himeno hear them.

"Does that mean you're betraying the ...... class?"

"I don't deny it. There is no point in staying in a class that can't win."

If Kanzaki were to be absent, there would be no doubt that the wolf smoke of a counterattack would not be raised. 　

Under the current environment, Kanzaki is probably the only student who can walk at the front of Ichinose's class.

"I don't want to threaten you. But I want to tell you that." 　

Even if Kanzaki were to leave the class in some way, it would not affect Himeno personally. 　

However, she would at least know that the class would lose its impetus to rise to the top.

Himeno's agitation. It was obvious that she had a different reaction from her usual cool attitude.
"Is that all right with you Himeno?"

"It's not fair, is it? That's a threat..... "

"You could take it that way." 　

The signs of betrayal that Himeno and Ichinose and the others might hear about. 　

Aside from Ichinose, her classmates may try to block Kanzaki's movements so as not to give him the right to move to another class, a risky revelation. 　

This is Kanzaki's gamble. Whether he was serious or bluffing is irrelevant.

"Are you seriously planning to change classes?"

"It may not be a pleasant thing to say, but Ayanokouji is right. I want to believe that changing Ichinose with our own hands will lead to the salvation of the class."

"But I'm not ......." 　

Himeno bites her lower lip and closes her eyes tightly. 　

If Himeno took Kanzaki's side, she would inevitably be looked at with white eyes.

Kanzaki knows this is not what she wants. 　

Even so, someone has to do something.

"I want to win if I can..."

Kanzaki's decision to take the lead and show that he could disappear caused Himeno to remove the inside key. 　

He has not given up the possibility of changing his class and winning. 　

But the key has only been removed.

"If that's the case, we have to act now. Am I wrong?" 　

If Himeno doesn't make a move, Kanzaki will be left without a real option.

　 Even if they don't want to choose, they have no choice but to change their policy and aim for victory by transferring to another class. 　

On the other hand, Himeno's inability to call what is really black, black without being in the majority would make his defeat decisive.

"I understand what you want to say ....... But still..."

"I don't think he's going to answer that there is still a chance to win under Ichinose's policy." 　
Kanzaki's preemptive words strongly affected Himeno. 　

Himeno's lips curled tightly shut.

"Don't you want to graduate in Class A?" 　

Those words pierced into Hineno's heart like a spear. It hurts and makes her bleed.

"If I could graduate in A class, I would!" 　

A loud, piercing voice echoes through the hallway. 　

Himeno's voice must have been several times louder than expected, leaving Kanzaki speechless and astonished.

"But if we don't do it now, there's no way we can do it no matter how we think about it!" It's just not possible!"

Himeno explodes with emotion and shouts.

"You know that, don't you Kanzaki!?

"I know what I'm doing! That's why we have to do it now! I don't want to lose to any other class!" 　

Kanzaki's voice is not as loud as Himeno's, but this time Himeno was taken back by how loud it was.

Seeing Himeno's amused and frightened appearance made me even more convinced.

For the first time, Himeno showed her true self. And Kanzaki showed his childlike side.

In Ichinose's class, there are probably a few students who are only interested in surface relationships.

After a year and a half, many in Horikita's class have exposed their weaknesses. 　

Those who put themselves first as honor students and did not care that others were being expelled from school.

Those who could not study or discuss and immediately resorted to violence.

Those who parasitize on powerful people in order to climb the caste ladder. 　

Those who plan to expel their fellow students in order to erase their past. 　

These weak-minded students have fallen to the bottom and risen to the top.

Some of them have shown unbelievable growth.

"...I was surprised to learn that Kanzaki-kun is like that. You are always so calm."

"...... I feel the same way about you. I didn't know Himno had such feelings." 　

I guess the Ichinose class didn't have the easy-to-understand hardships of the Horikita class.

When they find themselves injured caused by a fall, they are cared for and supported from both sides to prevent them from falling again.

They repeat the process on behalf of the student with the injured hand. 　

Eventually, the students understand. They understand that they worry about them, and that they need to be careful. 　

Why did he fall? Why did they hurt their hand? 　

The truth is, there is more pain, but we hold it in so as not to cause worry. 　

Ichinose's class was formed in this way, consisting only of superficial relationships.

"The time has come for you guys to be friends in the real sense."

I, who had been silent for some time, said to them.

"But what should we do? How can we move forward? Even if Himeno is the one who can help change the consciousness of the class, it is meaningless if it does not lead to the next step."

"There is no need to rush for an answer. Let's start to find the answer together."

"What do you mean by find?"

"They are students who, like you, keep their true feelings inside. "　

If you can't find something by yourself, you can expand your perspective many times over by discussing it together. 　

The addition of either person's point of view can lead to many new discoveries.

"If you find one ......, what would it be?"

"It's simple. Now we will search with three people. And then make it four. Just keep doing that." 　
Before long, the small spark will turn into a big flame. 　

And Ichinose will know it too. 　

Ichinose also comes to know that the class is about to change.

"It's not too late, be strong, and beat Horikita's class at the end of the school year exam." 　

If they did this, there should be a little hope left for them to be in Class A when they move up to the third grade.

".....What are you going to do, Kanzaki-kun?"

"It's going to take a lot more work than I thought it would. But ...... it's not impossible."

"I've seen this example of you, Himeno, right before my eyes, so I can never again say that there aren't others in our class willing to back me up."

Himeno, on the other hand, should have been able to confirm Kanzaki's strong will up close.

"I want to graduate in Class A. We have the same desire. Until now, I couldn't tell anyone..."
Whatever the circumstances, Himeno's thoughts were conveyed to Kanzaki.

"Yes, that's right. Our goal has not changed at all since the beginning." 　

From this point on, the two of them took a step forward as if they were infants.

"I've heard about Ayanokoji-kun's story, and there is a girl I'm interested in. I was wondering if you would be interested in meeting her afterwards?" 　

"Kanzaki nodded strongly at Himeno's suggestion." 　

I'm a third party, so this is not my area to enter.

"Ayanokouji, I will pay you back for this debt at the end of the school year exam." 　

Winning and earning the right to challenge Class A would be my way of repaying today's favor.
"Horikita's class is tough, Kanzaki."

"That's true...... I'm sorry, but I'm going. I didn't want to waste a minute or a second."　

I was a little concerned about how much those two would change, but it looks like they may be more successful than I thought. 　

They may break the end-of-year or they may actually beat Horikita's class.

Whichever way it goes, it won't affect my plan, but it will give me something to look forward to.