People bring their own maids to the training camp

"So, you're saying that if no one hears us, you'll tell me?"

"Yes. Because there's no rule that I have to tell you. If you ask, I'll tell you if I can answer."

"..."

At that moment, Honami's expression became very subtle, and Chihaya, sitting behind him, almost burst out laughing.

Fanbo's expression seemed to say, "You can play like this?"

There was no explicit statement about the competitive strategy, nor was any information beyond the necessary minimum provided. It seemed like the approach was to guide the answer out of the player and then solve the problems one by one.

This is probably the way to express the idea that strength is paramount.

After all, information warfare is the ultimate test of human ability; gathering, analyzing, and making decisions all require sufficient courage and intelligence.

"Even though we're only in Class B, we're pretty good, right? Our average score isn't that much different from Class A's, is it?"

It was Shibata who spoke, a master of setting the mood.

Looking only at the results of the quiz, the average score of this class is not much different from that of Class A, with a difference of only about 2 points. Considering that it was a surprise test, the difference in academic ability should be basically the same.

If you devise strategies to prepare for the midterm exams, you should be able to catch up in terms of grades.

"So, does anyone else have a question? If not, then I'll be leaving." Ms. Hoshinomiya said, glancing around at the students.

"Teacher." It was Kanzaki who raised his hand.

"Kansaki-san, please speak~"

"Besides surpassing the class in points, are there any other ways to become Class A?"

Perhaps because there was too little information, Kanzaki started to think outside the box. After all, asking questions was free, so why not ask?

"Yep."

"Really?"

"According to school regulations, students can apply to transfer classes, but they need to pay a certain number of points as a fee. The number is this many." Teacher Hoshinomiya held up her index and ring fingers.

"2000000 O'Clock?"

Considering that 20000 and 200000 are not a lot, and with an income of tens of thousands every month, three years should be no problem.

"Wrong, add another 0 at the end."

Add a zero after two million, and it becomes twenty million.

Class B erupted in an uproar.

After all, even if you can earn 100000 a month, that's only 1200000 a year, and 3600000 in three years. Considering expenses, you might not even be able to raise 2 million, let alone 20 million.

Not to mention that even Class A's income this month isn't enough to reach 100000 points.

"Twenty million yen, and you can choose any class you like?" Hoshinomiya-sensei said. "Theoretically, you can choose either Class A or Class D, but I don't think anyone wants to go to Class D right now, right?"

Class D has 0 class points, which means that students won't get any individual points per month.

Only Class A among the four classes can guarantee admission to higher education and employment.

"If we can't beat them, we join them? Wouldn't that just make us look bad?" Shibata said, scoffing. "If we want to get into Class A, we need to use our own strength, right everyone?"

Many people immediately responded.

"It seems that everyone is not discouraged at all, but rather very enthusiastic~" Hoshinomiya-sensei said with a smile. "In that case, I am relieved. The class meeting is almost over, so I will be leaving now."

After saying that, he leisurely left the classroom.

After the teacher left the classroom, the students began to exchange their thoughts.

"Speaking of which, the classes below are indeed idiots. Class D's class score is 0, and their average score on this quiz is also very low."

The scores and points of the four classes are as follows, with Class D standing out the most.

The class score is 0 points, and the average score on the quiz is 65 points.

"Yes, the two-point difference in average score between us and Class A isn't that big, is it?"

"This time, several subjects were combined into one exam. If each subject had its own paper, Princess Consort might have gotten several 100s, and our average score might have been higher."

The students in Class B are very optimistic about the future.

It seems like a comeback to Class A and earning 100,000 a month is just around the corner.

"Indeed, that might be the only way to judge right now, but is that really all there is to it?"

Just as Chihaya was marveling at the fact that some people in Class B couldn't get into Class A, Honami's words piqued his interest a little—it seemed that Ichinose did indeed have her value.

"Huh? Ichinose, what do you mean?" Shibata didn't quite understand, but he didn't refute anything. Instead, he quietly waited for Honami's explanation.

"If classes are really grouped by academic ability, wouldn't the lower-ranked classes have no chance of turning things around? Even if it's all about effort, the disadvantages are still significant. If only the best students are in Class A, there's basically no chance of a comeback. While there's no need to be pessimistic, it's not good to relax just because of this result."

Fanbo's argument makes a lot of sense. Since the competition is based on classes, it can't be an elite team fighting against weaklings—that would be completely meaningless and a foregone conclusion.

There's no need for Gao Yu to spend money recruiting a bunch of stupid students; he'd be better off giving the credits to outstanding students.

“I think Ichinose makes a lot of sense,” Kanzaki said. “If a promotion system exists, it means that the system has been tested. If for many consecutive years students are all A’s and D’s, it would mean that the system is a complete failure.”

“If we don’t consider academic ability, then it might be a problem with weaknesses,” Hayasaka suddenly said. “For example, Chihaya has always attended an all-girls school, so she might not be particularly good at things that require long-term interaction with men.”

55. Class Funds

"For example, Chihaya has always attended an all-girls school, so she might not be particularly good at things that require long-term interaction with men."

After saying that, Hayasaka winked at Chihaya.

"...I admit that I do have this problem, but I hope that next time you can use yourself as an example."

“Using Chihaya as an example is more convincing, you’re the top student in your grade, you know?” Hayasaka blinked, looking like he thought, “Isn’t that right?”

"...Whatever makes you happy." Chihaya shook her head helplessly.

"Leaving that aside for now, since academic ability doesn't equate to class placement but rather to overall competitive ability, it's not surprising that someone could rise from the bottom based on exam results. As long as there are outstanding individuals, even students who can't learn now might make significant progress quickly with the right teaching methods." Kanzaki continued his analysis. "So we can't be careless from now on. You think so too, right, Ichinose? Also, I think it's time to implement that thing the three of us discussed before."

"Ah, you mean the class fund thing?" Fanbo nodded. "That's right. When school started, the teacher said that points could be used to buy everything available in the school. I didn't think too much about it at the time, but now that I think about it, maybe personal points can have an unexpected effect."

"Moreover, it can also help some students learn to manage their points reasonably and develop a reasonable view of money," Kanzaki added.

"So the question now is how many points to collect as class fees?" Honami looked at Chihaya. "Chihaya, do you have any suggestions? Would 10000 points be a little too little right now?"

"Ask me?" Chihaya, who had been slacking off for a while, finally remembered that he was also a vice class monitor. It was perfectly normal for the "class monitor" to consult him. "Hmm, 10000 per person does seem like a lot. Rather than that, it would be better to decide on the amount after we know how many points everyone has left."

"What do you think, Kanzaki-san? How much should we charge?"

"If you ask me, I'll collect all 65000 this month."

“That’s too much, and some students might not have enough points.” Honami immediately rejected Kanzaki’s proposal. “Unless everyone still has more than 50,000 points left from last month’s 100,000.”

"So the final question is still how much money everyone has left," Chihaya said. "How about this? For example, we'll collect 50000 points from each student, and those who are short on money can make up the difference next month?"

"Hmm, it doesn't seem like it's impossible."

"The premise is that everyone is willing to believe in Fanbo."

"Huh? Why is my name here?" Fanbo pointed to himself, puzzled.

“Fanbo is the class monitor, right? Since it’s class money, of course the class monitor should be in charge of managing it, right?” Chihaya said matter-of-factly.

“I agree. It’s most reassuring to entrust this matter to Ichinose,” Kanzaki also expressed his agreement.

Chihaya herself was actually a very suitable candidate, but Honami clearly contributed the most in class affairs.

"But, do we really have to charge 50,000 points?" Fanbo was still a little hesitant about this.

"The total points for the two months is 165,000. After deducting 50,000 points, the remaining 115,000 points, if divided over the two months, will give you about 2000 points per day." Kanzaki did a simple calculation. "The first month is fine, you'll inevitably need to buy some things, but in the second month, spending 2000 points a day is a bit too high."

"That's true. You can't possibly spend 2000 points a day on three meals." Fanbo agreed, since not everyone eats out every day. Spending money in the cafeteria would definitely not reach 2000 points a day.

"Aside from collecting a little more the first time, I suggest collecting 10,000 or 20,000 points a month afterward. I think most of you probably want to save up to buy something," Chihaya added.

"Chihaya sounds like this kind of person?" Honami joked.

"Pretty much. Actually, Xiao Ai has been complaining that she can't afford a laptop."

"Chihaya has already learned Hayasaka-san's tricks, without even using her own example."

"In short, before we figure out how to use the points, let's not keep collecting too many personal points," Chihaya changed the subject.

"Okay, then let's start by charging each person 50,000 points?"

"I have no objection." Kanzaki nodded.

"Forty people, each with 40 points, that's two million in total. If someone who doesn't know the truth finds out, they might think I got it through telecom fraud." Fanbo joked. "So, I'll pass on this information at the next class meeting, okay? Oh, by the way, I'd like to hold a study session too, since the difficulty of the midterm exam is uncertain, and some students are barely passing the quizzes. What do you two think?"

"Isn't it more accurate to say that we definitely have to do it?" Kanzaki was the first to express his agreement. "If there are a lot of participants, we can divide them into groups."

"I also need to join clubs," Chihaya said timidly, "and two of them..."

"Ah, there are quite a few students in the class participating in clubs... How about this, the groups will be divided into students who participate in clubs and students who don't!" Honami quickly came up with a plan. "If possible, could you please be the leader of the group that participates in clubs, Chihaya? Of course, I'll help out!"

“Of course, it’s my duty.” Chihaya agreed with a smile. “In fact, as the number one, I would feel a little guilty if I didn’t participate.”

"Then let's count the participants." Kanzaki was a real go-getter. "Can I count the boys' numbers?"

"Of course, I'll leave it to you, Kanzaki-kun."

"Then Fanbo and I will do the statistics for the girls. As for the class funds, I can help you with the record-keeping. Wouldn't it be too much for one person to handle?"

"Thank you so much, Chihaya!" Honami said, hugging Chihaya before committing a foul known in basketball as a "charging foul."

"Alright, alright, let's all work hard to get into Class A!" Chihaya smiled and patted Honami on the back.

"Mmm~ There won't be any problems!"

What a pity, if only I could have kept those points in my hands — Chihaya's true thoughts.

However, he only thought about it. Although he was the "class beauty," the one with the highest reputation in the class was still Ichinose Honami, who was the class president.

56. Perhaps I've come at the wrong time?

During the afternoon class meeting, Fanbo formally informed the students of Class B about the matters concerning class fees and study sessions.

The class fee of 50000 points was unanimously approved by Class B, and almost no one complained. The learning process went even more smoothly than the one mentioned later.

In the end, fewer than 20 out of 40 students in the class signed up for the study session.