These fellows had no response at all.
Fortunately.
There was still the "universal plugin" Tsube Hitomi present; it shouldn't be a big problem.
But before that.
"Hikigaya, do you have any ideas?"
Tokito Yuya spoke in a cold tone, perhaps just because his way of speaking was naturally on the colder side.
This was Tokito Yuya's first time.
Expressing an opinion in all this time.
Clearly, he had some thoughts or places he wanted to go.
However.
Group 10.
Nine people in total.
There were three people close to Hikigaya.
Tsube Hitomi, Sakura Airi, Kamuro Masumi.
Even if we talked about democracy.
Hikigaya alone could easily command four votes.
That wouldn't be democracy.
No matter what was to be done, Hikigaya's small group was an object they couldn't bypass.
Tokito Yuya, Sotomura Hideo, and the others would naturally feel it was unfair, or have thoughts about it being troublesome.
Therefore, as long as it wasn't something they particularly wanted, they would choose to remain silent most of the time.
Thinking of this.
Hikigaya still expressed it tactfully:
"Even if we get it, it's only 50,000 personal points. Since we've come on a trip with difficulty, I'm more inclined to forget the reward and have a good time. What do you all think?"
"I also agree."
Tsube Hitomi followed up, holding her phone.
"It should be very hard to get 20 points in the limited time, right? I wanted to mark the route on the APP, but I don't know what's where; the order is all messed up. Since that's the case, isn't it better to just enjoy playing?"
"Me too. I don't want to be forced into doing anything."
Sakura Airi and Kamuro Masumi similarly expressed agreement.
When disagreement occurs.
This kind of excuse naturally arises.
Given their close relationship, even if they had some thoughts in their hearts, they would incline more toward Hikigaya's side.
Democracy was naturally impossible.
What's more.
The spots were scattered in the north, south, east, and west.
In a completely unfamiliar Hokkaido, one also needed to find the sightseeing spots to fulfill the sightseeing conditions to gather 20 points within a limited time.
This was truly very difficult.
And the fun of playing would inevitably be halved, or even nonexistent.
"Then that's fine. I have no objections."
"Same for me."
Tokito Yuya nodded, and Sotomura Hideo on the side hurriedly followed suit.
Clearly.
The temptation of 50,000 personal points was too small.
Most people held the same thought, inclining more toward enjoying the sightseeing trip.
"I also feel that having a good time would be better."
Kushida Kikyo on the side twirled her hair with her fingertip, similarly having no objections.
I don't know if yesterday's communication had an effect, or if she originally thought so.
At least, opinions could be unified.
Watching this scene, Machida Koji was just about to open his mouth with a smile when he heard Ibuki Mio say somewhat unhappily:
"No. If we do that, tomorrow's free time will be stripped away, won't it? I don't want to study in the inn tomorrow."
"..."
Unfortunately.
Ibuki Mio was clearly the man-of-action type; her body moved a step before her brain. Regardless of whether it would succeed, she'd try it first anyway.
Having talked to this point.
There was no longer any need to explain why success was difficult.
Hikigaya turned to look at Machida Koji:
"Machida-kun, do you have the same opinion as Ibuki-san?"
"Yeah. I still want those 50,000 personal points more."
Machida Koji said with a smile.
Although he was caught off guard by Ibuki Mio's performance, it also suited his intention.
As long as he stood on the opposite side of the group and looked for a chance to object, that was it.
He could use that to observe Hikigaya's way of responding.
7 to 2 votes.
However.
According to school rules.
The group must act collectively; even if it was only two people, he still had to find a way to persuade them.
It really turned out like this.
Hikigaya walked toward Ibuki Mio with some helplessness and reached out to pat her shoulder, but this fellow unexpectedly took a step back directly.
"What are you doing?"
Ibuki Mio glared with a red face.
In her heart, it was thumping wildly.
She also knew her performance was a bit strange, but having seen those things yesterday, she truly couldn't look at Hikigaya normally anymore.
"Hmm?"
Hikigaya's mouth twitched: "Is it convenient to chat alone?"
"Ha? Why should I have to chat alone with you?"
"Alright, alright, let's go."
Hikigaya gave a few virtual pushes; Ibuki Mio indeed pulled away from the group as if running away.
This fellow was always like this, her heart and mouth not in sync.
Though being looked at like trash and distanced, Hikigaya had no dissatisfaction.
If anything.
It was rather strange.
Given Ibuki Mio's experience in martial arts, she shouldn't have lacked physical contact with boys, even if it was all just violence.
It shouldn't be possible for her to be afraid of contact with a boy.
Sure enough.
Something must have happened on the girls' side. I'll ask Kamuro Masumi and the others later.
"Don't move. You just stand there and talk."
Ibuki Mio pointed in front of her, her breathing a bit hurried. Just for this little while, she felt more tired than fighting someone.
"Oh. Even if we play, it doesn't mean we can't finish six spots, right? Or do you have some special reason?"
"Of course. I haven't settled the score with that fellow Horikita yet."
Ibuki Mio curled her lip: "If tomorrow's free time is stripped, how am I supposed to compete with her?"
"As expected..."
Hikigaya nodded with some helplessness:
"Then how can you be sure about that fellow Horikita's choice? In my view, it's hard for even that fellow to succeed. Tomorrow she'll likely be forced to stay in the inn."
"Ha. Why do you think so?"
"Because, checking in at six spots is itself a difficult task."
Hikigaya explained seriously.
If one wants to check in at six spots to get the chance for tomorrow's free action.
At least several conditions must be met.
First is persuading everyone in the group to jointly give up the chance to enjoy the trip and focus on checking in at sightseeing spots.
Next.
Needs to be extremely familiar with Hokkaido.
Given Horikita Suzune's current reputation in school, I'm afraid the difficulty is not small.
Hikigaya talked until he was blue in the face to clarify the pros and cons to her.
"That is the situation. Horikita will likely stay at the hotel tomorrow, or I will call later to confirm her movements and make a judgment then."
"Besides, we can still have a duel at the hotel tomorrow. At that time, I will help create an opportunity for you to duel Horikita, how about it?"
Ibuki Mio hesitated for a moment and nodded.
Fortunately.
Although Ibuki Mio is hot-tempered, if you clarify the pros and cons to her, she can still listen.
"Then it's decided. If Horikita has free time tomorrow, I won't be easy on you."
Ibuki Mio glared at him before returning to the group, and Hikigaya followed helplessly behind.
"I understand. Then I also agree to peace of mind and enjoying the tour first, but prioritizing ensuring tomorrow's free time must come first."
After saying that, Ibuki Mio stood aside with her arms crossed and waited. Machida Koji was suddenly a bit stunned.