Classroom Of The Elite 2nd Year - Full Volume
End Chapter 3: The Meaning of Freedom

I saw him move... Insects are crawling in Sakura's hair. Even I, who do not know much about insects can easily identify them. That's what we call "the" usually".

In fact, just by looking at it I feel amused. The insect moved and crept

on his body, as his limbs move. He curled around quickly by bending and

straightened his spine.

It turned out, it fell from the leaves of the tree that we used as a backrest. Well, what should I

doing now? If I tell Sakura that there's a caterpillar in her hair, then, chances are

he would panic and start screaming. If the caterpillar entered between his hair or got into his clothes, then it would be a further disaster.

“Sakura, there is something I want to ask you.”

“What .. What is it?”

“Yah ... Are you okay with insects?”

“I .. Insect?”

“Yes, insects, such as grasshoppers or dragonflies, they are types of insects. ”

“T .. Not good at all with them. I can't stand ants either. ”

“Ah, alright, I understand. ”

Like I thought, I can't seem to tell him what happened. There is no alternative but to think of another way. I wish I could throw him out quickly, but being a city kid myself, I hate that too. Even if I try to chase her away with a branch or something, Sakura will soon notice my suspicious behavior.

“Let me see, now. Don't move for a while, okay?"

“Ah, yes. Alright. ”

After I gave him this advice, I let go of Sakura's shoulder. Meanwhile, the caterpillar was moving bit by bit - it seemed like it was going to head somewhere. I have to think of a way to release it safely.

"Is there something ?"

Sakura tilted her head, puzzled as I tried to make plans in my head. Did the caterpillar feel danger with just the movement of my hand? The caterpillar tried to escape with its slow movements.

Ahhh ... It's dangerous, caterpillar. Stop being so stubborn! This is already too much. But, I had to save Sakura, even at the expense of myself. I did it bravely but my hands trembled then with my right hand, I grabbed Sakura's hair as fast as I could.

Here ! I can feel my fingertips touching the caterpillar. So, I caught him sooner than I expected. After I got it I threw it straight into the bushes. Sakura couldn't even move when I did such a thing, but still, I managed to protect her.

"Uh ... Somehow I feel that you saved me from something that didn't

pleasant ..."

After a sufficient rest, we arrived at the place where we were going with the help of a sign from a tied handkerchief while having a small talk. I seem to have cut time less than I expected.

We arrived in 20 minutes. For the time being, I carefully removed the handkerchief and returned it to Sakura. I will try to observe the environment where the former Kouenji stands. I can't tell the difference from walking in the woods so far, especially on Koenji's first vision. I wonder if it's here? Nothing else here, or maybe here? What the hell does that mean?

"Are you looking for something?"

"Eh .. something seems different."

If you cannot capture the necessary information from your sense of sight, then you must rely on the other senses.

"Now, let's investigate here at random. However, we would check regularly without passing from each other to a point we could no longer meet. If we concentrate too much on finding something, it will make a faux pas . ”

We search at the roots and the bottom of large trees that cannot be seen when standing, the leaves and the thick green bushes that grow around us and we search underground using our hands . Sometimes, a gust of wind will quietly pass through our noses and ears. While stimulating the five usable senses, we examined the area without making the slightest change.

"Aah!"

A surprised voice similar to a scream came from Sakura, who was looking in the bush from afar. In a very deep part of the bush, I could only see part of Sakura's body. I wonder if he fell down.

"Hey look. I've found something amazing!"

Sakura called me happily. Looking at the bushes, there were different green foliage growing with yellow fruits sticking out of one piece.

"That ... .. Corn .... Don't we? ”

“It looks like that. ”

I wonder if corn only grows in this part. I don't really know plants, but obviously the situation isn't natural. The soil in which corn is grown has a different color than the soil in this forest. It was the soil that showed that this corn was cultivated unnaturally. Because it's surrounded by all the bushes, it looks weird. However it will be difficult to find because of weeds.

"This is what Kouenji hinted at..."

He was aware of this existence instantly but was unwilling to tell us. After all, there is no doubt that this uninhabited island place is often visited by schools. When I plucked a piece to check it out, an ordinary, beautiful-looking corn came out. This beautiful form must have been well cared for due to its thorough management and planting.

"I should have brought a bag ... Maybe, but I wonder if we can bring it all together."

There were less than 50 corns, but taking them all once with our hands was impossible. It was impossible for us to go back and forth on the journey to bring everything. I take off the clothes I use.

“Huuuuh !? What are you doing, Ayanokouji-kun! That's too fast." Sakura dropped the corn she had in her hand and shifted her gaze .

“If we tie my clothes, we will get a replacement bag. We can bring more

at once.”

There are fears this place will be harvested if people from other classes find it while we are away.

It was a risk I wanted to avoid completely.

"We'll report it to the classmates and let them harvest it when we get back."

"Yes." Yeah." The unexpected big harvest made our hearts pound with excitement, but an unexpected visitor appeared.

“See, Katsuragi-san! That's an incredible amount of food!”

Looking at the corn plant, Sakura's shoulders jumped in shock. He immediately took a detour and hid behind me. Seeing this, Katsuragi said an apology.

“Sorry, I didn't mean to surprise you. This person also has no evil intentions, please forgive

we.”

She gives Yahiko a rude look, prompting him to apologize. Like a submissive puppy, Yahiko apologized, showing his humble demeanor. I don't think we'll meet them in a place like this. Katsuragi did not respond to us, but Yahiko immediately noticed it.

"You were spying on us yesterday!" Shouting her voice loudly, Sakura was once again surprised and curled up. Seeing this, Katsuragi dropped his fist on Yahiko's head. A sharp and painful voice could be heard from far away from here.

“I'm Katsuragi from class A. He's Yahiko. Since this is the second time we meet, at least self-introduction will be fine. ”

“I'm Ayanokouji from class D and this is Sakura. ” After saying a brief greeting to each other, Katsuragi glanced at the large amount of corn and started walking.

“This is what you found. Don't worry, I have no intention of forcibly snatching it. But if

someone else found this place, most likely, it will be taken from you."

"There's nothing we can do, there's only two of us."

Other than praying that this place would not be found, there was no other choice. There were thoughts of taking and hiding everything, but the chances of others finding it in the process were also not low.

"Stupid, one of you can stay and look after him. Don't we? Katsuragi-san's chat. ”

“You don't understand, Yahiko. Do not ignore the danger of being in the forest alone.All actions will have limits if both men and women participate, not to mention if it is with a man. "

Katsuragi understood this well, he also acted together with Yahiko rather than alone.

"Let us help you."

"M-maybe, Katsuragi-san? Working together with class D - "Yahiko showed clear rejection, but those words remained in her throat, after receiving Katsuragi's sharp gaze.

"We appreciate your offer, but we were told by our class to be careful. They'll be pissed when they find out we're turning to class A. Sorry, but we refused. "

It was a lie made quickly, but Katsuragi could do nothing but retreat after that.

"I understand.If that's the case, I can't force you. There's a chance we'll take everything after you're gone, right? But can you trust us?"

“Then, I have no choice but to bring on the part I hold now.”

With this answer, Katsuragi walked out of the way calmly. Sakura showed signs of her discomfort and we hurried back. After returning with Sakura to the campground, we reported on the discovery of corn.

“Excellent achievement, Ayanokouji! Sakura too! Let's go now, Yamauchi! ”

Standing nearby, Ike called out to Yamauchi. He then excitedly ran towards us and with a force that could knock me down, he grabbed my arm, pulling me away from Sakura.

“K-you! Why are you alone with Sakura with your upper body naked !? What are you doing ! Heyo!? "

"Silent. That's a big misunderstanding. We didn't do anything, calm down."

I don't know what kind of delusions he has, but this is not the time to

against Yamauchi. I have to meet Hirata.

"I'm sorry. ”

“Alright, I trust you, Ayanokouji! ”

I went while talking to Yamauchi to report the discovery of corn. Soon after, we formed a group of students at the campground, who would set out once again to bring corn to us. In addition, there are also plans to explore other places to find other foods .

After 1pm, they returned after finishing all the harvest.

"There's so much!" We are not short of food, with a lot of corn collected in bags.

“But it's dangerous. That person, Katsuragi from A class is nearby. ”

It seemed like Katsuragi decided to keep his promise by staying in that place without taking any corn. This person did not seem to have any evil or bad intentions.

End Chapter 3: The Meaning of Freedom.