Albert's voice instantly silenced everyone in Class D.
"What's going on? Ryuuen-san, what are you doing here with them?"
Hirata Yousuke's face was somewhat grim as he looked at Ryuuen-san.
He could naturally tell that the other party had ill intentions.
Although Class D's strength was not a match for Class C's right now, for the other party to brazenly block the classroom door and demand someone come out was undoubtedly a slap in Class D's face.
"Hirata, I'm not here for you today. Tell Miyako Amane to come out. I have something I want to talk to her about."
Ryuuen-san spoke in a direct, commanding tone, giving Hirata no room for face.
Hirata was not worthy of him giving him face.
Such unreasonable behavior immediately sparked indignation among the girls.
But all of them were intimidated by Albert's imposing presence, and each one, like an ostrich, dared not speak.
Kushida Kikyo, seeing this, showed a cunning glint in her eyes.
Her influence had recently declined due to Ichihashi's departure, and she had even been steadily overshadowed by Karuizawa Kei.
She was now eager to find an opportunity to quickly boost her influence. At this moment, when Hirata was being humiliated by the other party, no one stood up to speak for him.
If she could act as a mediator, it would surely make more people in the class recognize her value again.
"Please wait a moment."
Kushida Kikyo stood up.
Ryuuen-san had no impression of this woman, so he turned to Shiina Hiyori, who had only followed along and had no intention of getting involved in the dispute.
"She is Kushida Kikyo. She has a certain popularity among both male and female students in the first year and is a social type of girl."
Hearing Shiina's introduction, Ryuuen-san sneered.
"Kaneda, take Shiina back first."
"Ryuuen-kun, even if I can't help Class D with this, I still want to stand with everyone..."
"I appreciate your sentiment, Ryuuen-san, but I remember you don't like class struggles, do you? If you don't like it, just stay out of the way. With me here, the sky won't fall. Since we're in a school like this, there are always some dirty jobs that need to be done. Ibuki."
Ryuuen-san gave Ibuki a look.
Ibuki glanced at the surveillance camera but still stepped forward and gave Kushida a resounding slap.
This slap shocked everyone, who stared at Ryuuen-san.
Even Amane was included; she never expected Ryuuen-san to resort to violence. She completely didn't understand why Ryuuen-san would choose to act at this moment.
"Want to be an intercessor? You're not qualified enough."
Kushida Kikyo was about to retort when Ibuki raised her hand for another slap. Kushida immediately closed her eyes.
But after a long wait, the slap never came down.
"..."
Ibuki felt a chill in her heart as she looked at the silent Hirata.
Hirata was gripping her wrist tightly, and even without struggling, Ibuki could feel the immense strength coming from his wrist.
Hirata forcefully flung her, and Ibuki was directly pushed to the ground.
"Don't go too far, Ryuuen-san."
Hirata was very angry.
No matter how classes fought among themselves, Hirata could accept it, but fighting should not involve violence.
Because if victory and defeat were decided by violence,
Only the so-called strong would remain in the end, and he, Hirata Yousuke, no longer wanted anyone in his class to be hurt.
Not a single person!
"Oh? Too far? I don't think so, Albert."
As soon as he finished speaking.
Albert's steel-like body came before Hirata.
An arm made of solid, iron-like muscles slammed heavily towards Hirata's head.
No one would doubt whether Hirata would dodge.
Because if he dodged, this punch would undoubtedly hit Kushida behind him.
Just as Hirata was already prepared to take the hit—
Thud!
A dull thud made Albert stagger back a few steps.
"Oh, sorry, I just wanted to leave here to go to the restroom. Could you please make way for me?"
Kouenji Rokusuke's relaxed expression made people even wonder if Albert was just a show-off.
"You..."
Just as Albert was about to step forward again.
"Albert, make way."
Ryuuen's order made Albert unwilling, but he still perfectly executed Ryuuen's command, clearing a path for Kouenji.
"Hirata boy, you've done enough. Although your strength isn't enough for you to reach the same perfect level as me, it still gives you the power to choose. If you encounter an opponent you can't beat, just avoid them. No one will laugh at you. If you keep pushing yourself, you'll eventually collapse."
After Kouenji Rokusuke finished speaking, he glanced back at Amane with a meaningful look.
Amane stood up from the very back.
Those who carry firewood for others should not be allowed to freeze to death in the wind and snow.
Even if she didn't want to deal with Kushida's matters, she absolutely couldn't ignore Hirata, who had stepped forward.
"Ryuuen, aren't you eating or resting at noon? What are you barking about over there?"
After Kouenji Rokusuke left, Amane stood in front of Hirata.
Her slender figure, surprisingly, gave a sense of security.
"Yo, the main character has finally appeared."
When Ryuuen saw Amane finally appear, he felt a little more at ease. As long as she was willing to show up, the rest would be easy.
The Ishizaki Trio's calves twitched when they saw Amane.
Especially Ishizaki; even now, he still dreams of Amane's unstoppable punch at night.
"Why are you staring at me? I'm not the one who hit you."
Amane glared at Ibuki, who was looking at her with resentment.
Ibuki quickly stood up and backed away, maintaining a distance from Amane at all times.
Although Albert was a bit unconvinced, Kouenji Rokusuke's strength just now made him feel a sense of self-doubt.
So much so that in his moment of distraction,
Amane easily broke through his defense and arrived in front of Ryuuen.
"I know what you want. You just want me to attend the arbitration meeting, right? Go notify the Student Council now. I'll play along with you guys today, but I hope you won't cry in the end."
Amane's confident demeanor made Ryuuen unsure for a moment whether Amane was truly prepared or just bluffing.
Regardless, getting her to attend the meeting was the priority.
"Then it's a deal. I'll just..."
"No need to look, I'm right here. Since you all have time, let's hold the arbitration meeting during your lunch break. All personnel involved in the meeting, gather in the Student Council meeting room in fifteen minutes."
Horikita Manabu finished speaking and turned to leave.
He didn't spare a glance for anyone present.
"Amane-san, do you... have confidence? If it's really not possible..."
Hirata was more inclined towards a peaceful resolution.
Because that would allow Amane to withdraw unscathed while also getting a large sum of points, which could be said to be a sure-win deal.
Amane also knew Hirata was well-meaning, but she couldn't directly refuse Hirata, so she cleverly changed her wording.
"Hirata, do you trust me?"
"I trust you."
"Then that's all there is to it, isn't it? Relax, relax, go get some good sleep. When you wake up, I might have already resolved this matter."
Seeing Amane's optimistic demeanor, Hirata finally felt a little more at ease.
June 26th, 12:35 PM.
The Ishizaki Incident arbitration meeting officially commenced.
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