The school bell rang, and a beautiful, mature woman walked into the classroom.
She was dressed in a black business suit, and her alluring legs were encased in black stockings.
Her beautiful long black hair was tied in a high ponytail, her chest was at least a C-cup, and her figure was excellent—slim where it should be, slender where it should be, and full where it should be...
This type of woman should be the type all men like, right? She can be both S and M...
"Hmm?"
"Is it my imagination? Why do I feel like she's looking at me?"
Instantly, I recalled Horikita Suzune's mind-reading telepathy from earlier, and I immediately straightened my posture. The teacher indeed shifted her gaze, and I breathed a sigh of relief.
"So, what's with you women and your telepathy? How can you sense what I'm thinking?"
The teacher moved her gaze from Akasaka and swept it across everyone in the room.
Soon, everyone was swept by the teacher's stern gaze, and the chatter ceased.
It was then that I realized she wasn't targeting me; it was everyone.
Her stern gaze instantly tensed the students' nerves, and the previously noisy classroom immediately became silent.
Everyone quieted down instantly, and the teacher nodded with satisfaction, beginning her self-introduction.
"I am your homeroom teacher, my name is Chabashira Sae."
Her voice contained no emotion; instead, it was filled with the dignity of a teacher. The teacher deliberately paused, making sure everyone's attention was on her, then continued speaking.
"This school will not have class changes. This means that for the next three years, I will be your homeroom teacher.
Our school is very special. It has waived all your tuition and miscellaneous fees. In return, for the next three years, you can only choose to live in the dorms and are prohibited from contacting the outside world."
"Of course, for your physical and mental health and convenience in daily life, the school also has a large-scale shopping center.
Almost all daily necessities and entertainment items can be bought there, and entertainment facilities such as KTV, cinemas, and coffee shops are also fully equipped."
After saying this, Chabashira Sae paused again, drawing everyone's attention back to her, and continued to explain the school's rules.
Of course, she also hoped that the students would discover the problems, but she wouldn't specifically remind them.
Perhaps after many attempts over three years, it still wouldn't work, so she just gave up.
As for whether the students in the class could realize the problem, she didn't care at all.
She continued to mechanically explain the school's rules.
"By using the student ID cards you are now being given, you can use all the facilities within the school and also do your shopping. But be aware, it is similar to a credit card, so using it will consume something called 'personal points'."
"As long as it's something within the school, you can buy anything. As for how to use it, it's very simple; you'll get familiar with it yourselves later.
Points are automatically deposited on the first of each month. Right now, each of you should have been given 100,000 points, which can be converted into 100,000 Japanese Yen."
As Chabashira Sae finished speaking, the students in the classroom erupted into a commotion.
However, this couldn't be blamed on the students. After all, they were just a group of high schoolers. Who wouldn't be happy to suddenly have such a fortune?
Coupled with the fully equipped entertainment facilities and various shops within the school, thinking about their future lives, the students were probably fantasizing about how to spend this money.
But no one ever considered that there's no such thing as a free lunch; this money given would definitely come at a cost.
As the saying goes, there is no gain without pain; this is an unchanging rule everywhere. Of course, except for fools...
After all, in any world, there are always a few oddities that defy common sense...
Chabashira Sae saw the excited faces of the students below the podium and was somewhat disappointed. Although she had no illusions, she still hoped for a class that could climb higher.
Chabashira Sae was very conflicted at the moment, wanting to advance the class but not wanting to help the students. Helplessly, she put aside her thoughts and continued to fulfill her responsibility as a teacher, explaining the rules to the students.
"Are you surprised that the school is giving out so many points? This school measures you based on your abilities. Therefore, all of you who were able to enroll also possess corresponding value.
Points represent the school's evaluation of you. Feel free to use them."
"If anyone wants to transfer points to others, that is also allowed, but please do not intimidate or threaten others. The school's disciplinary action for bullying is very strict."
"By the way, in one hour, the freshman ceremony will be held in the gymnasium."
Having said that, Chabashira Sae left the classroom without looking back.
As the homeroom teacher left, the class became noisy again; they had clearly already planned to go on a crazy shopping spree soon.
Just then, a boy, like the sun, with his golden hair shining with dazzling light, as if sunlight was cast upon the earth, stood out, mesmerizing.
He slowly stood up, a gentle smile like a spring breeze gracing his lips. This smile seemed to possess magic, instantly captivating the girls around him, leaving them utterly enchanted.
Seeing this, a sour feeling welled up in my heart, as if I had drunk a jar of aged vinegar.
"So what if he's handsome? What's so great about that!"
Soon, this golden-haired young man, like a noble prince, slowly rose from his desk and began his elegant self-introduction.
"Hello everyone, I'm Hirata Yosuke, and I like soccer. Since we've all just arrived in this class, how about we introduce ourselves? That way, we can all get to know each other better!"
Seeing this, I couldn't help but sigh. I really do envy handsome guys...
Those girls' eyes were practically turning into hearts...
Those girls were clearly full of admiration for this handsome guy. How enviable...
I quietly got up, preparing to leave this noisy classroom. Horikita Suzune also rose with me, and she looked at me with surprise.
We met each other's gaze. Of course, please don't misunderstand; this wasn't love at first sight. We were just surprised by each other's actions.
Kiyotaka, seeing the two of us act in such sync, thought for a moment and then also stood up. Horikita and I looked at him in confusion. The situation became awkward for a moment.
At this moment, Kiyotaka's inner monologue was: "Shouldn't I be getting up? Through our recent conversation, we're already ordinary friends who can talk, right? Did I mess up again?"
Upon seeing this, Horikita Suzune picked up her school bag and swept past me, leaving without hesitation.
It was as if she had no interest in the self-introductions that were about to happen in the class.
I hesitated for a moment, looking at Kiyotaka, who seemed a bit lost and helpless. After a brief silence, I decided to ask him to come to the supermarket with me to buy things.
After all, I'd need this bigshot's help in the future...
I slowly stepped forward and spoke softly, "You're Kiyotaka, right? Let's go to the supermarket together."
Kiyotaka's eyes remained unchanged, but a flicker of light seemed to pass through them. He immediately nodded, replying calmly.
"Okay, let's go together."
In an instant, Kiyotaka picked up his bag like a gust of wind and looked at me.
I saw how quickly Kiyotaka moved and fell silent...
After a moment of thought, I also picked up my school bag, preparing to go to the supermarket with Kiyotaka to buy supplies.
Just as Kiyotaka and I were about to leave the classroom, a voice called out to us. The person had shoulder-length brown hair, reddish-purple eyes, and a pure, lovely appearance that was very approachable. It was Kushida.
We heard her speak softly to us in a pleasant, melodious voice.
"Hello, Kiyotaka-kun, and Akasaka-kun," she said, "My name is Kushida Kikyo."
She blinked her beautiful eyes and spoke about herself in a seemingly spoiled tone.
"I'm all alone because no one from my middle school came to this school with me. So, I hope to quickly remember everyone's faces and names and become friends."
"So, Kiyotaka-kun, Akasaka-kun, can you be my friends?" Kushida blinked her lively eyes, looking very cute.
A normal male would certainly not refuse, but unfortunately, Kiyotaka and I are not normal........
"Hello, Kushida-san, I am Akasaka Ryunosuke. I look forward to your guidance over the next three years. I have an important matter to attend to; I need to go to the convenience store to buy daily necessities, so I'll take my leave now." With that, I sped past Kushida like a gust of wind.
Kushida's body instantly stiffened. She had never expected me to refuse her so decisively. Instinctively, she reached out to stop me but then forcibly held back, only a subtle, indescribable glimmer flickering in her downcast eyes.
Kushida then turned her head, her gaze falling on Kiyotaka, who had remained motionless the entire time. Kiyotaka's heart was a little restless at the moment, as he was about to make another close friend.
He looked up, gazing at Akasaka, who was gradually walking away, a slight hesitation in his heart.
If he didn't catch up, he might miss out on this friend. But gaining another friend didn't seem like a loss either...
Just as Kiyotaka was at a loss, unsure of what to choose, Akasaka Ryunosuke's voice came from afar.
"Kiyotaka, you can get to know everyone here. Don't worry about these things, we're already friends, so don't mind these trivial matters."
Hearing Akasaka Ryunosuke's words, Kiyotaka felt relieved. This way, he wouldn't have to make a difficult choice between two friends.
Kushida Kikyo gazed at the gradually departing Akasaka Ryunosuke, like a cunning fox, secretly pondering whether to follow him.
For some reason, she was particularly interested in that boy, as if he were a mirror that could reflect her true self. He always cleverly avoided her, which only intensified her curiosity.
So, she decided to quietly follow him like a lurking leopard, waiting for an opportunity to probe his true nature.
Kiyotaka watched Kushida sneakily follow him, and couldn't help but rub his chin, musing, "Is this what they call 'to catch a tiger, first let it go' in books? Hmm, truly enlightening..."
Soon, led by Hirata and others, self-introductions began.
Seeing this, Kiyotaka also joined in, intending to make more friends at this school.
I slowly walked to my dormitory. This school's dormitory has six floors in total; the top three floors are for female students, and the bottom three are for male students, and my dormitory is on the third floor.
It was perfectly situated between the female and male dormitories, a truly excellent feng shui spot.
I took out my room card, scanned it, and opened my dormitory door.
The dormitory inside was incredibly clean, clearly having been cleaned beforehand.
Thinking about the cleanliness of my old dorms in school, I couldn't help but sigh. Single dorms really are better.
As for shared dorms, my old university roommate liked to eat things like luosifen and stinky tofu, and that smell was truly... it made the entire dorm reek of that stench, it was truly hard to describe.
My thoughts drifted, and I walked into my room.
The room was about 40 square meters. It had a single bed, a desk, a computer, and a TV, including a shower room, a bathtub, and a kitchen. Seeing such a complete room, I couldn't help but marvel at how good schools with government support are, willing to spend money.
I carefully checked my room. Besides the necessary bedding, there was nothing else. It seemed I needed to go to the supermarket to buy some things.
With that, I put down my backpack and decided to go to the supermarket to buy my daily necessities.
Soon, I arrived at the supermarket entrance and encountered Horikita Suzune again. Seeing the girl in front of me, my lips twitched, and I thought, "How did I run into her again?"
Horikita Suzune crossed her arms, cautiously stepped back two paces, and raised her beautiful reddish-purple eyes to look at me.
"Are you stalking me, pervert?"
I couldn't help but fall silent. Fate truly is a difficult thing to explain. Once or twice might be a coincidence, but a third time...
Looking at Horikita, who was wary of me, I quickly began to explain to prevent further misunderstanding.
"I came to the supermarket to buy daily necessities, I just happened to pass by..."
Horikita and I remained silent. Finally, Horikita sighed and walked straight into the supermarket. I also breathed a sigh of relief and followed her into the supermarket.
Horikita instinctively moved further away from Akasaka, and my heart took 10,000 points of critical damage. I thought to myself, "Does she really need to be so wary of me?"
I observed and searched for the items I wanted to buy throughout the supermarket, and finally found a secluded area that said "Zero-Yen Purchase."
My eyes lit up. The genes from my great China bloodline were activated.
Only a fool wouldn't take advantage of a bargain!
Who would pay for something free?
I immediately and joyfully headed to the free merchandise area.
Just as I was about to reach for the free toothpaste, Horikita's hand also extended.
Then, our hands accidentally touched.
We both instinctively withdrew our hands at the same time and looked at each other.
I calmly asked.
"I didn't expect our Horikita-san to be so thrifty. Even though you have 100,000 points, you're still so frugal."
Horikita Suzune snorted and quietly spoke.
"Haven't you noticed something is off about this school?"
"Oh? What's off?"
Horikita continued calmly, "This school clearly gave students 100,000 points, yet there's still a free merchandise area."
"There's even a free section in the dining hall. This school just feels off everywhere."
Akasaka Ryunosuke heard Horikita's words and couldn't help but admire her, "She's truly impressive, definitely talented. However, it would be even more perfect if she could get rid of that cold demeanor and aloof aura."
"But then again, who's perfect? Is one still human without a few flaws?"
Just as Akasaka Ryunosuke was lost in thought, Horikita's words continued.
"I didn't come to this school to play; I have a purpose. I want to stand at the pinnacle of all students in this school and prove myself."
"I'm not here to play 'student house' with you all at this school."
Horikita looked at me with a serious expression, and I shrugged.
"Is that so? Well, you'll have to work hard then. You're not the only capable person in this school, you know."
"Hmph, I don't need you to remind me."
Soon, after Horikita and I had selected our free items, we were about to leave when a noisy commotion erupted at the entrance.
It turned out Xu Teng and some older students were having an argument.
"Well, that's all meaningless anyway." Akasaka was the first to leave, intending to put all his purchased items in his bedroom and then attend the student ceremony.
