Chapter 89: Bottom of the Rankings
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The first day of the new month began with the faint sound of bells echoing across the academy grounds. Students filed into the classrooms with mixed energy— some with calm faces, others buzzing with expectation. In Class 1-D, though, the mood was restless before the homeroom teacher even stepped in. Everyone knew what the beginning of the month meant: point distribution.
For many students, the points were more important than their actual grades. Points dictated meals, shopping, comfort, even access to certain privileges on campus. If the class performed well, points flowed freely. If they performed poorly, they starved.
Arios sat at his desk near the center row, tablet already resting in front of him. Lucy slumped into the seat beside him with heavy steps, her expression already gloomy. Liza arrived last of the three, calm as usual, sliding her chair back with her typical disinterested air.
