Classroom Of The Elite 2nd Year - Full Volume
Vol 2 Chapter 4: An unexpected witness

It might be worth more than 10 or 20 points. However, it was hard to imagine that it would try everything with 500 or even 1,000 points.

“We are in a tight spot. If the gap widens further, we won't be able to catch up. "

"I think we should both do our best, then."

Actually, the ones who had to work hard were Horikita, Hirata, and Kushida.

"After all, it doesn't look like it's going to get any worse." I don't want to complain, but I feel like there's something troubling on the horizon.

"But if we were actually vacationing on a tropical island, it would be amazing!"

"I want to know about that .." I said.

"Huh? That idea doesn't make you happy?"

Only people who have meaningful friendships can fully enjoy the holidays.

Nothing is as comfortable as traveling without close friends, especially when you are traveling with a group. Just imagining it makes me feel like throwing up.

"Do you hate traveling?" Ask Ichinose.

"I don't hate him. I don't think I did it anyway ... "

While we were chatting, I tried to imagine how it would be. I've never traveled with a friend before.

I've been going to New York with my parents for a long time. Not a millisecond is fun. Just remembering that bitter time makes me tired.

"What's the problem?"

"Just remember something a little traumatic."

My cold laughter echoed through the hot passageway.

No, this is not good. If I let my negative aura spread, Ichinose would become troubled. However, it seems my anxiety is unfounded. Ichinose continued to speak,

I don't seem to be bothered by my words.

“Hey, I still have a few things on my mind. Can I ask you a few questions?"

Ichinose has a radiant appearance, although it is different from Kushida. I can tell that he acted without any ulterior motive. Even when talking

with a guy like me, he puts it forward

best feet.

“We've been separated into four classes since the beginning, haven't we? Do you really think they separate us by ability? ”

“I understand that it is not completely related to our exam results. There are people in our class who, based on grades, should get into the top rankings. ”

Horikita, Kouenji, and Yukimura are undoubtedly the three people who deserve to be top based on their own academic grades.

"So, do you think it's like an overall ability?"

I gave a non-committal answer. I had thought about it many times, but could not find a thorough explanation.

“I've been thinking about it since we started here. A person may be good at learning, but bad at physical activity. Others may be good at physical activity, but bad at learning. But if students were ranked based on overall proficiency, wouldn't that mean that the lower classes were at a very disadvantageous position?"

“But isn't that how social competition works? I don't think there's anything weird about it, "I said.

Ichinose crossed his arms and hummed to himself, as if he was unsure.

“If we compete as individuals, of course. But it's a class competition, right? If you just put all the superior students into Class A, then doesn't that mean we all have almost no chance of succeeding? "

That simply explains the current state of affairs, our pitiful class points. However, Ichinose seemed to think differently.

“There must be a big difference between class A to D now. However, I think they were trying to hide something, though,

but do it in a strange way. Do you disagree? "

“Okay, I have to ask. What excuses? "

“Ha, for no reason, really. It was just something that popped into my head. If that's not true, then it would be fair to say that the whole situation is cruel. I thought students

good athletes are placed in Class D for a reason, as a countermeasure. ”

However, isn't that different from the usual system? If classes were only divided based on academic ability, there would be no way to win against the others. In a system like this, it is important to become an expert in a variety of fields.

"Isn't it wiser not to talk to someone from another class about this?" I asked Ichinose, feeling a little worried.

"Hmm? About what?"

"About what you said earlier. Horikita already mentioned this, but you helped the enemy. "

Besides, maybe he can give me a valuable lead, and I'll do something with him.

"I guess not. There is much to be gained from the exchange of ideas. Moreover, since we are cooperating now, there should be no problem. "

He was not satisfied with being in Class B. It was just Ichinose's natural personality. I can understand his nature and way of thinking. After all, he is a good man

without a hidden side to him.

“I'm not smart enough to engage in an exchange of ideas. All I can say is, "I'm sorry."

“I don't mind if I talk and think. If you think that's useful information, then you can use it. "

Ichinose stopped, almost as if he had just recalled something. I tried to read her face, noting that she had a serious expression.

"Hey ... There's something I want to ask you, Ayanokouji-kun. Is that okay?"

It was like the cheerful Ichinose just a moment ago had disappeared. My body is a little stiff.

"If it's something I can answer, I'll do it."

Besides, what question can I not answer with my impressive brain, filled with the knowledge of a hundred million books? (Lots, of course

just.)

"Did a girl ever confess her feelings to you?" That ... is not in the hundred million books I read.

"really? Do I look like a man who once had a girl confess her feelings to him? "

Is he gonna call me disgusting, or a virgin, or a moron? Am I going to cry? I'm still just a first-year high school student, you

knew it? Too early for this.

Right, huh? Oi. You think so too, right? In addition, I believe that, proportionally, the number of people who admit their feelings is low compared to those who do not. That's an unfounded theory.

Who knows the real number

the one who has died in solitude, hidden in the shadow of the prosperity of mankind?

"Oh no, I'm sorry. It's okay."

It seems like nothing. However, it seemed that he was not planning to make fun of me. Instead, he was actually worried about something.

"Did anyone confess to you?" My toot.

"Huh? Oh yea. Looks like."

It seems like many students are struggling every day to pair up like Hirata and Karuizawa.

"Well, if you don't mind, can you spare a little time after class? I have a few questions about confession. I know very well how busy you are with that incident right now, but ... "

"Sure, it's okay. I don't have much work to do. "

"Not much to do?"

“I don't think there's any point in looking for evidence or other witnesses. Doing so will be a waste of time and create headaches. ”

"But you went to TKP yesterday to investigate, right?"

“It was for something else. By the way, it's okay. "

"Thank you."

I wonder what all this confession has to do with me. He lied as

"Ayanokouji is my girlfriend" to mislead people? I

consider it for a moment, but then think it would be smarter for him to use a more reliable and handsome boy.

"I'll wait at the school entrance after class."

“B-fine. I get it."

Even though I knew absolutely nothing would happen, I was quite excited. That's what being a man is.

The students overflowed through the school door as they came home. I was a little worried about finding Ichinose, but my anxiety quickly disappeared.

He stood out even in this sea of students. Although her cuteness could be one of the reasons why, she also had a type

a dominating presence wherever he is.

To be honest, I don't really know how to describe it. I can only describe it as an intoxicating and gentle power.

The strength was amplified by how many first-year students recognized him. It was similar to Kushida, but it was more than that.

Ichinose is very popular among boys and girls. They welcomed him one by one.

Therefore, I wasted about five minutes just to find the right time to call her myself.

"Ah. Ayanokouji. Here, right here! ”

Ichinose finally noticed me and called out to me. Pretending like I just arrived, I casually raised my hand.

"So, what should I do next?" My toot.

“I plan to finish this as soon as possible. Follow me."

I put on my shoes and followed Ichinose to the other side of the building. We arrived at the spot just behind the sports hall. This was indeed like a place where one would acknowledge their feelings.

"Well, now ..."

Ichinose took a deep breath, and looked at me. It is impossible ... Is Ichinose planning to confess to me ?!

"I thought…"

No way, there's no way this can—

"I thought someone would confess their feelings to me here" she said.

"Huh?"

With that, Ichinose took out a letter and

showed me. It was a funny love letter adorned with heart stickers. Even though he wanted me to read it, it was impolite to see it.

Her handwriting was beautiful, similar to the exterior of the letter. His handwriting is funny, definitely not like a boy's.

I noticed something that worried me. The time and location of the meeting are written in the letter. It was set for Friday night at 16:00, behind the sports hall. That's about 10 minutes from now.

My toot.

“Love is a bit foreign to me. I can't respond without hurting her feelings. I also don't know if we can remain good friends after that. I want you to help me. "

"I really don't think I'm the right person for this. I have no experience with romantic confessions. There may be others in Class B who can help. "

"The person who confessed his feelings to me .. is from Class B."

Ah, it is. I now understand why he asked me to come.

"I want you to keep this a secret. If not, everything might be unpleasant. Knowing you, Ayanokouji-kun, I doubt you will go around giving

know people. "

"But Ichinose, didn't anyone confess their feelings to you?"

"Huh?! N-can't be. Not everything! I've never experienced this before. "

If he hadn't told me himself, I really wouldn't have believed him.

"I really don't understand why this is happening."

I don't think this confession is surprising, because Ichinose is so cute. Furthermore, judging how he interacted with the other students, he had a personality that was

greatable.

"So .. can you pretend to be

my boyfriend?"

Whoa! Did this situation seriously turn into such a cliche?

"I did a little research, and found that people who were denied less pain if the object of their affection was already in a relationship ..."

"I understand that you don't want to hurt anyone, but it wouldn't be worse if they knew you were lying?"

"I can tell you that you and I broke up, or that you left me or something."

I don't think that's the solution here ...

“Honestly, I think it would be much better for you to talk to this person personally. Indeed."

"But— Ah!"

Ichinose seemed to have noticed something, and awkwardly raised his hand. Apparently the person in question had arrived earlier than expected.

What kind of man in the world does this look like? The new arrival had a childish and androgynous face. She even wears a skirt.

No-no. Other than first impressions, she was a girl. I was very suspicious after seeing his handwriting.

Unlike when a boy expresses romantic feelings for another boy, this recognition will probably go smoothly. I might think it's because of me

a man himself.

"Common, Ichinose-san ... Who is this guy?"

The new girl looked somewhat surprised by the unexpected appearance of a male student.

"This is Ayanokouji-kun, from Class D. I'm sorry for bringing someone you don't know, Chihiro-chan."

"Is she a coincidence ...your boyfriend, Ichinose-san?"

"G ... Okay ..."

Ichinose probably meant to say that yes, yes I am.

But the guilt of lying seemed to stop the answer. Those words were stuck in his throat.

"So why is this Ayanokouji-kun guy here?"Confused by this unexpected situation, Chihiro began to cry.

Tears welled up in his eyes.

Is he her boyfriend? Why would he be here if he wasn't? Chihiro may be struggling to understand what is going on.

Ichinose, seeing Chihiro's tears, becomes

bewildered. Unsure of what to do, he began to panic. I expected Ichinose to be a strong and reliable person, but it seems that he has an unexpected weak point.

"Um, would you mind going somewhere else? I have something important that I need to talk about with Ichinose-san, ” Chihiro said.

"Please wait a minute, Chihiro-san. That, um ... Yes, honestly, Ayanokouji-kun is ... "

Ichinose tried to make the first move and rejected it. He might think it would be more difficult if Chihiro directly said, I like you.

"What's wrong?" Ask Chihiro.

"So, Ayanokouji-kun, he ... Well, he's mine—"

There's nothing I can do in this situation. Well, there's nothing but ...

"I'm just a friend." I cut Ichinose off before he could finish.

“Ichinose. I don't think this is something I should say, considering no one has ever confessed to me before. But I think it's wrong for you to

calling you here. "

I spoke honestly, for their sake.

"It is true that acknowledging your feelings is not easy to do. You spend every day in total sadness, as you create an experience in your head

repetitively. However, you still can't admit your feelings. Even when you think it's time to do it, you can't say the words 'I like you'. That word got stuck in your throat. That's what I was thinking. Don't you think you have to answer someone when they really want to express their feelings? If you make the situation unclear, the two of you will probably regret it later. "

"Nh ..."

Ichinose may have never experienced falling in love with someone before. Therefore, he is not right

rightly know what to do, or if he does something wrong...."

".....Trying to prevent someone's pain

it's no use. If you reject someone, their feelings will definitely hurt.Well, if you manage to find a suitable reason, you might be able to make things a little easier.

Reasons like "I want to concentrate on my studies" or

"There's someone else I like." Or, like what Ichinose tried here: "I've been dating someone." But no matter what answer you give, someone else will definitely get hurt.

It is even more painful if the reason is built on lies.

I left without waiting for Ichinose's answer. I returned, but did not return to the dorm.

Instead I stopped by a tree lined up in the street, leaned back on the handle, and sighed as I stared at the green leaves.

About five minutes later, a girl ran past me. There were tears in his eyes.

Despite that shocking image, I paced there a few

time to spend again. At sunset, Ichinose trudged home from the gym and walked towards me.

"Well…"

After looking at me, he looked a little awkward and hung his head. But then he immediately glanced at me.

"I was wrong. I don't appreciate Chihiro-chan's feelings. I just wanted to avoid hurting him, and run away. It's myfault. Love is hard, isn't it? ” Ichinose muttered while leaning on the handle beside me.

"I asked him if we could continue as usual, but .. I don't know if we can go back to our original state."

"It depends on you both."

"Yes ... Thank you for today. Because come with me for such a strange request. "

"No problem. Anyhow, days like this happen. ”

“I think our position is reversed, huh? I planned

help you, but you're finally helping me. ”

"I'm sorry to have acted so full of myself there" I said.

Ichinose blinked a few times, as if I was saying something strange.

“You don't need to apologize, Ayanokouji-kun. Not at all."

He stretched his hand to the sky, and jumped off the fence.

"It's my turn to help you. If there's anything I can do, I will. "

I wonder how Ichinose Honami Class B plans to solve this difficult situation. I

I have to admit, I'm looking forward to seeing it.

That night, I got a call while I was shopping online. My phone was connected to the wall next to my bed when suddenly the screen was on.

Caller ID display name: Kushida Kikyou.

I did a double take to make sure what I saw.

Knowing that I wouldn't have the guts to call her back, I rolled my chair across the room, snatched my phone from its stand,

and jump into bed.

"Sorry it's too late to call you. You still up? "ask.

"Hmm? Oh I was thinking a little bit about going to bed. Do you need anything? "

"Sakura-san's digital camera is broken, right? I felt I was to blame partly because I confused her. So I want to take responsibility for that ... "

"I don't think you should feel responsible, Kushida. Not at all. Besides, he's gonna fix it, right? Because it's so important to him, won't he

fix it no matter what?"

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