I don't keep a diary, I only spoil life.

This rather aggressive criticism left Ayanokoji Kiyotaka momentarily stunned.

Then, reflexively recalling the person beside him—Haruki Yamauchi—who, even after figuring out the point system, still secretly played on his phone during class, and who, despite having a camera behind him, still wore a knowing smile, he pondered for a moment and said:

"I still want to ask, how exactly did you know about the anomalies at this school, Horikita-kun?"

"...What do you mean by 'how I discovered the anomaly'?"

"Uh...no, what I mean is, you're really amazing. You led Kushida and Karuizawa to uncover the conspiracy the school had woven for the new students without anyone noticing. So...I admire you a lot."

This masterpiece from WR spoke in a tone that sounded like a casual chat between friends, but his words clearly implied an attitude of 'Do you have a master guiding you behind the scenes?'

"..."

After a brief silence, Horikita Suzune pulled out a compass with a forced smile and impatiently interrupted, "You want it, huh?!"

Looking at the compass with its gleaming tip, Ayanokouji promptly shut up, but her eyes still held curiosity, which made Horikita feel extremely bad.

Just when she was feeling most troubled, Kikyo Kushida, the class's networking envoy, delivered another frontline report.

In short, should we buy a batch of voice recorders?

Karuizawa Kei also chimed in with, "I'm out of rice. By the way, is anyone else in our class still a diary holder?"

This also made Horikita Suzune think.

Yes...should we buy a compass?

Also, is there still a notebook holder among the students who didn't attend the swimming class that day? Who could it be? The only students who didn't attend that day were Hasebe Haruka and Sakura Airi. Could it be Hasebe?

Horikita couldn't think of a suitable answer for a moment.

But when faced with the question of whether or not to buy a voice recorder, she fell silent again.

After thinking for a while, he asked Kushida and Karuizawa about their attitudes.

The three-person council finally concluded—Buy!! We must buy!! Even if many people in Class D buy them, they definitely won't wear them all the time, but we must urge them to buy them. Those who don't have the money should borrow money from their classmates to buy them!

Another thing is...

The usually dim-witted girl glanced at Haruki Yamauchi and his group not far away, then looked down at her diary.

To have freshmen in the same class... deduct points from other classes?

"..."

Horikita Suzune had thought about this for a long time, perhaps driven by a desperate resolve to survive. Her mind was fully open, and she seemed to be entering a state of sudden enlightenment.

Is this...okay?

Can we really trust these guys who don't look like humans at all?

Doing so is undoubtedly a double-edged sword.

If used properly, it can cause real harm to other classes. There's nothing more real than real harm in this world, and it might even incite infighting among other classes.

But if this bad card is defended, it could cost Class D a lot of points, potentially dragging them into utter ruin.

When the time comes, aside from these few bad apples, Horikita Suzune will definitely be the first to take the blame.

So...should we give it a try?

Or should we... let things take their course?

This school, which upholds a spirit of collective honor and shame, made Horikita Suzune, who cherishes her reputation, hesitate for the first time.

Finally, gritting his teeth, he looked at the group of noisy oddballs who didn't care about the eyes of other students, and slammed his hand on the table.

Looking at the likes she had finally managed to accumulate for one draw, ignoring the surprised looks from her classmates, she slammed down the draw button: "My turn, draw a card!"

At that moment, her eyes were filled with determination and resolve.

With the determination to succeed or die trying, and a protest against a life of hardship and injustice,

Horikita Suzune prayed to God for a chance to turn the tide!

Now, this opportunity lies in the 50 likes you have.

And what's more!! It seems her wish is really about to come true!!

Because of her sudden and unexpected gacha pull.

The strange diary, which at first glance appeared to be an ordinary book, suddenly burst forth with a golden light!

"Could it be...?" The girl exclaimed, no longer caring about the astonished expressions on the faces of the people around her.

At that moment, she was overjoyed, and only five words occupied her mind—

I did it... I did it!?

Is it a superpower?

Or is it the same personal points as Karuizawa and the others?

With heartfelt anticipation, Horikita Suzune clenched her fists, and as the sound of the successful lottery draw reached her ears, the smile that had been on her face for the first time seen by the freshmen of Class D froze completely.

The system's announcement in my ears and the pitying, concerned looks from my classmates;

Everything caused Horikita Suzune's stubborn and strong sense of self-esteem to crumble at this moment.

If this were a truly valuable reward, even just 10 points, this arrogant young woman wouldn't have shown such an expression.

However, the rewards she received forced Horikita Suzune to face reality, realizing that she had no chance of turning the tide.

Because the prize she won was—

[Congratulations to Horikita Suzune from Class D, First Year of Advanced Nurturing High School! You have won the reward 'A set of 648 Originium. The redemption CDK has been filled in on your diary reward claim page.']

Horikita Suzune: "...."

Originium...?

What is that?

Suppressing the despair in her heart, her hands trembled as she searched the area. When she saw a donkey jump into view, her last remaining hope shattered completely.

Ignoring the whispers and pointing fingers of her classmates, she walked dejectedly into the restroom, her eyes fixed on the mirror, wiping away the tears she couldn't hide from the corners of her eyes.

She made up her mind; she wasn't going to perish with Class D!

Let Haruki Yamauchi and his ilk go ahead and mess with other classes.

"I will win...I will win..." With a burning fighting spirit in her eyes, Horikita Suzune clenched her fists and murmured to herself as if to encourage herself, before walking out of the restroom with her head held high and her confidence restored.

With this tragic atmosphere of a life-or-death duel;

The hard-won paper-mâché team of Class D, Grade 1, is about to engage in a life-or-death duel.

...

And at the same time, at another moment.

Horikita Suzune's smile vanished, replaced by anger.

Hanegaoka Girls' High School.

I noticed that my diary entry for the new day hadn't been fogged up by my breath.

There was a person who felt as if the rising sun was smiling at him while walking down the street.

Moreover, with her outstanding appearance, this beautiful girl, who often has an aura that keeps strangers at bay, has an irresistible charm when she smiles.

First-year student, Toyokawa Shoko!

He considers himself the true future Kami!

I'm in an extremely great and happy mood!!!

There's only one reason why Sister Xiang is so happy.

The sky cleared, the rain stopped, and Sister Xiang felt like she could do it again!

...

There will be 2 words later.

Chapter Twenty-Seven. It Won't Last Long

Why is Xiangzi laughing?

The answer, I can only say, lies in the hearts of the people.

However, if we were to pose this question to someone familiar with Xiangzi...

This question will surely be selected as one of the top ten bizarre puzzles of the day by 'Xiangxue' (a scholar specializing in divination).

There was something in this world that could bring Xiangzi such joy, especially considering her unusual life background, ever since she gave up Ume and embraced the 996 work schedule—

In order to take care of the heavyweight slacker Toyokawa Nakato, Shoko, who is Toyokawa Koto, forgot her chuunibyou and lively side.

Having completely lost her fortune, this still elegant young lady only has one trick up her sleeve: breathing on things to harm everyone.

Xiao Xiang, who had no idea how many famous scenes his destruction of Ku Lai Xi Ku would create, had only one wish!

Make money, make money, make money desuwa!!

And today!

She succeeded!

With my newly accumulated 50 likes!

Win 100 million yen from the likes pool!!

Just thinking about how I can find such a large sum of money under my bed as soon as I get home is unsettling.

Toyokawa Shoko had a bright smile.

There was a tiny bit of triumph in it.

That's 100 million yen!

Do you understand what I mean?

A quarter's salary for a salaried worker!

With this money... she started thinking about all sorts of ways to use it.

Used to improve family conditions.

Used to motivate the father.

More importantly!

Sister Xiang, who had been tormented and depressed by the quagmire of reality, has been completely resurrected!!

No need to face life with such difficulty anymore.

There's no need to break the penny into three parts.

There's no need to work according to the boss's wishes anymore.

There's even room to dream about life!

She wanted to rightfully reclaim her past.

It's not just about glory, not just about the admiration of others, not just about a little bit of self-respect!

She wants to set sail again, not only for her musical dreams, but also to rediscover the value of life.

After that;

Regaining dignity and glory, rising through the ranks with likes and rewards, building her empire step by step, and one day sitting on the throne in the palace to meet with the old man who came to seek peace.

But—that should still be a long way off, right?

Realizing she had been taking things too seriously, Toyokawa Shoko brought her wandering thoughts back to reality.

However, after only a slight pause, she was once again overjoyed at the sight of her opponent holding a huge sum of money, and naturally connected it to that mysterious person A.

This is absolutely a momentous change in Luexiang's history; the bad guy who had been tormenting her spirit gave her a huge amount of gold coins!

Thinking this, Toyokawa Shoko's face broke into a smile, a smile that exuded confidence and strength.

They gradually forgot about the financial loss caused by the mysterious person A stealing their shoes.

My impression of the mysterious person has also improved slightly.