Practical teaching, all I want is your reward.

"Please continue to guide me in the future. If there's nothing else, I must be leaving now." Suzuki Toru nodded slightly to them.

"Don't you think it's very rude of you to abandon a girl and run away like that, Suzuki-kun?" Sakayanagi Arisu smiled slightly, her eyes full of mockery.

"No," Suzuki Toru denied.

"That's really rude to a girl. I thought Masumi was just lying to me when she said those things," Sakayanagi Arisu sighed in disappointment.

Suzuki Toru turned to look at Kamuro Masumi, who crossed her arms and defiantly looked away.

This reaction undoubtedly conveyed his request to Sakayanagi Arisu.

What exactly did Sakayanagi Arisu have incriminating evidence against you that made you reveal such a thing?

However, Sakayanagi Arisu quickly changed the subject and asked with a smile, "Speaking of which, what do you think of Katsuragi-kun?"

From the class's perspective, Katsuragi Kohei is capable enough and has a good character; otherwise, people wouldn't have gathered around him as soon as school started.

The two factions that have emerged so far are based on Katsuragi Kohei's usual style, which has helped him to form a faction, even though he may not have initially intended to lead the entire class.

However, he now has to consider the leadership issue.

The answer is simple: if Sakayanagi Arisu had demonstrated his strength from the start, Katsuragi Kohei probably wouldn't have had any intention of competing.

However, the fact that Sakayanagi Arisu only made a high-profile appearance a week later shows that he did it on purpose.

By this time, Katsuragi Kohei probably sensed that something was wrong and harbored deep confusion about Sakayanagi Arisu.

As for why Sakayanagi Arisu did this, Suzuki Tetsuya couldn't answer. Judging from her appearance, she didn't seem to care much about the class; it might be related to her personal life.

For individuals, the only difference is their different interests and hobbies.

Considering Sakayanagi Arisu's actions at the time and the attention he paid to him, could this guy just be bored?

"Katsura is intelligent and has a good memory. He is good at studying and treating people. He is calm and cautious, has his own opinions, and is very good to his classmates. He will always stand up to stop any disputes. I can't see any shortcomings in him."

This is not nonsense; it is the conclusion that Toru Suzuki has drawn after observing quietly for several days.

In the absence of a class representative or leader, Katsuragi Kohei often takes the initiative to step up, whether it's to resolve arguments or help classmates solve their problems. In short, he is a trustworthy person.

If it weren't for Sakayanagi Arisu interfering, Katsuragi Kohei would basically be the leader of Class A.

“That’s quite an assessment, but my opinion is a little different from yours.” Sakayanagi Arisu pondered for a moment. “He’s excellent, but he’s not suited to survive in this school. If left unchecked, he’ll lead Class A to lose the game.”

"So that's why you stepped forward?" Suzuki Tetsu asked.

“I have many weaknesses, such as athletic ability, which I can’t match for anyone. Therefore, I need external strength to do more things.”

Sakayanagi Arisu didn't seem to feel the slightest inferiority about her body, so it should be fine to take her cane.

"If that's the case, I hope you can be a little faster."

"Heh, is it because Suzuki-kun doesn't want to see infighting within the class?"

"No, what I mean is if you don't hurry up, I'm going to make my move."

As he finished speaking, the atmosphere became heavy and silent, and everyone showed different reactions.

Kito Hayabusa didn't show much change in expression, while Kamuro Masumi had an expression that said, "What are you still saying at this point?" Hashimoto Masayoshi glanced at Sakayanagi Arisu, who still had a faint smile on her face.

"Hehe, it seems to be my regret that I didn't get to see Suzuki-kun get serious." Sakayanagi Arisu seemed genuinely disappointed, but her eyes were filled with a dangerous glint, a feeling that she would be competing with him from now on.

"Want to play a game?" Suzuki Toru asked abruptly.

"Please speak," Sakayanagi Arisu said earnestly.

“As students of Class A, we will be surrounded and attacked by three classes. If we are not careful, our class will fall to the bottom.” Suzuki Tetsuya paused. “Only the best leader can avoid this situation. I don’t think you can do it.”

"Heh, you really are being underestimated. I can't take that as a joke, you know?" Sakayanagi Arisu's smile grew increasingly dangerous.

"Suzuki, do you think Katsuragi is more promising?" Hashimoto Masayoshi interjected.

“I share the same opinion as Sakayanagi-san,” Suzuki Toru shook his head.

Masumi Kamuro seemed to realize something and couldn't help but say, "You're not talking about yourself, are you?"

Considering what he had just said, Masumi Kamuro found the idea truly astonishing.

It's already serious that there are two leaders in Class A. Does this mean a third leader will appear next?

"Before the end of the first year, I will take control of the entire class and make Class A stand at the top." Suzuki Tetsu ignored Kamuro Masumi's words, as if he were stating a conclusion. "Until then, Sakayanagi-san, you can try to stop me. You'd better hurry, or I will be very disappointed in you."

The moment the words were spoken, the atmosphere froze.

Suzuki Tetsu's words once again surprised everyone.

Under his gaze, Sakayanagi Arisu remained silent for a moment, then the corners of her mouth slowly curled up, followed by a strange laugh that seemed to go awry, her whole body trembling uncontrollably, her eyes sparkling.

"Hehehe... I knew I hadn't misjudged you... This is amazing... I haven't felt this way in a long time, never before have I felt this excited..."

Kamuro Masumi stared in disbelief: "You actually managed to break Sakayanagi in one go?"

No, rather than saying that, he preferred to call it "treating the symptoms," which hit Sakayanagi Arisu's sensitive spot.

"Hehe, what if I could stop you?" Sakayanagi Arisu quickly returned to normal, though a smile still lingered on her face.

“If you can do that, I’ll be your dog and call you ‘master’ every day,” Suzuki Tetsu said shamelessly. “If you can’t, you’ll have to wear cat ears, dress up as a maid, call me ‘master’ every day, and obey my every word.”

Yes, regardless of victory or defeat, he can grant a certain wish.

In a sense, Suzuki Toru didn't lose out either way.

"How disgusting." Masumi Kamuro reacted the fastest. "So you're a lolicon after all?"

Even Hashimoto Masayoshi looked puzzled; this was the first time he had ever heard such a blatant request.

Sakayanagi Arisu smiled slightly: "It's okay. Suzuki-kun is also a teenage boy. I can understand your thoughts about girls having sex, but only if you win."

At that moment, the girl bravely met Suzuki Toru's gaze without fear.

"Hehe, I accept your invitation. Please do your best and don't let me down."

She emphasized the last part of her sentence slightly; this guy seemed to hold a grudge.

At this moment, Sakayanagi Arisu doesn't think she will lose at all; she just sees it as an interesting game.

Chapter Twenty-One: I hope I'm not wrong, senior.

Horikita Manabu, the current student council president of Class 3-A, is sizing up the new student in front of him.

The other person has a handsome appearance like a star, with black hair and black eyes. His eyes are clear and bright, and his gradually developing body shows little trace of immaturity or naivety. Compared to Nan Yunya, the other person may be even better.

Despite thinking this way, Horikita Manabu could sense that the two had different temperaments. Nagumo Masaru had a cynical and carefree feeling, and his usual behavior was like that of a playboy.

The other person, on the other hand, made him feel as if he were facing a vast, unending ocean. His first impression was that he couldn't figure out what this freshman was thinking.

Since the start of the semester, this is the second freshman to knock on the door of the student council, and he is a student from Class A.

Nevertheless, Horikita Manabu's face remained expressionless.

Beside him, Akane Tachibana, the student council secretary, was also silently observing Toru Suzuki.

When Horikita Manabu rejected Ichinose Honami last time, Tachibana Akane was also there. She watched Ichinose Honami go from being confident to nervous, and then to disappointed and dejected.

The freshmen in Class A will probably have the same expression later.

"Toru Suzuki, Class 1-A, what is your reason for applying to join the student council?"

With the same opening remarks, Tachibana Akane shifted her gaze from Horikita Manabu to Suzuki Toru, anticipating some kind of self-introduction.

Akane Tachibana found it somewhat boring.

"In return for your support, I will help you deal with Nagumo after you retire, and we can also make a deal while we're at it."

"Cough cough cough-"

As soon as he finished speaking, Suzuki Toru saw Tachibana Akane suddenly cough violently, as if she had choked.

That's strange, did she drink anything?

"Tachibana, what's wrong?" Horikita asked.

"It's nothing, I'm perfectly fine, I just sneezed by accident!" Tachibana Akane quickly covered up her embarrassment; she couldn't believe what she had just heard.

Horikita Manabu withdrew his gaze from her and calmly looked at Suzuki Toru.

What does this sentence mean?

"Literally, I saw information about you and Nagumo on the school forum. Nagumo seems very keen to challenge you, but you haven't responded even once. Some people are still looking forward to a duel between the two of you."

"He is my vice president and also my junior. What makes you think we are enemies?"

"Because you rejected Ichinose-kun."

Horikita Manabu fell silent, but Tachibana Akane spoke up, "It's just rejecting a freshman. He doesn't meet the student council's requirements, so of course he can't join the student council."

"What are the student council's requirements?" Suzuki Toru asked, looking at the girl with her hair in a bun. "Is it because she's not in Class A?"

"I'm sorry, but whether a first-year junior meets the requirements is determined by President Horikita and us, not by your opinion," Tachibana Akane said curtly.

"So what are the student council's requirements? They don't accept students who aren't in Class A?" Suzuki Toru wasn't fooled by her question.

Akane was a little annoyed. What was wrong with this first-grader?

That kind of tone right from the start is infuriating!

“Tachibana, let me talk to him.” Horikita Manabu called out to Tachibana Akane, “The selection criteria for the student council are not based on class status, but only on the student’s individual excellence. Ichinose is an excellent student, which is why I rejected her.”

Faced with this contradictory statement, Toru Suzuki asked bluntly, "Do you think she's not suited to live in this school?"

Honami Ichinose is very capable; in a normal high school, she would probably naturally become the student council president.

Unfortunately, she is now in high school.

Honami Ichinose's personality was destined to clash with this school, since competition itself was a cruel and ruthless act.

“She’s not suitable right now.” Horikita Manabu agreed with Suzuki Toru’s words. “I believe she will grow with time.”

"What if you still haven't found a suitable candidate?" Suzuki Toru asked.