Katsuragi Ren's declaration of a "hijacking" sent waves through the classroom.
"Huh???"
"Katsuragi, have you lost your mind?"
"Oh? A hijacking? I'd like to see how you do that."
The students erupted into noisy discussion. Some didn't understand, some mocked him, and some were just watching for the show.
They had thought Katsuragi Ren was a top student, but now it seemed he was crazy. His earlier insight into the loophole must have been just luck.
Honami Ichinose didn't question Katsuragi Ren's words. She knew the young man was a proud person. If he said something, he meant it, and it couldn't be a mistake.
Ryuji Kanzaki also remained silent. He didn't think someone with such talent in drawing would make empty boasts.
"Hoshinomiya-sensei, what are the criteria for earning points?" Katsuragi Ren paid no mind to the class's reaction, his voice remaining calm.
"Uhh..."
How did the topic get back to me? I can't talk about that! Hoshinomiya froze.
"I imagine it's based on the performance of each class, and the final rating decides the number of points," Katsuragi Ren continued.
"Uhh..."
"In other words, this test began the moment we stepped into this classroom." The second thing he had noticed were the obvious security cameras around the room.
"What are these cameras for? They are to monitor if students are behaving as they should."
"Ehehe!" Hoshinomiya tapped her head, stuck out her tongue, and winked. She was an expert at acting cute to Katsuragi Ren.
"So, if students behave well, the rating will be high. And conversely..."
"If I misbehave, I can continuously lower the class's rating until there are no points left to deduct at the end of the month."
"So, everyone... do you understand your position now?"
Ignoring Hoshinomiya's antics, Katsuragi Ren stated his deduction results. He emphasized the word "position" to make these peaceful idiots understand the situation they were in.
I hold all the leverage, and you are at my mercy.
After Katsuragi Ren had laid it out so plainly, even the slowest students finally understood and fell silent.
Of course, one person still objected unconvinced: "And what about you? If we don't have points, you won't either. At worst, we all go down together."
"Tch..." This sentence truly amused Katsuragi Ren. How could someone still not understand the situation?
In the silent atmosphere, Katsuragi Ren's sneer seemed particularly loud and harsh.
The student who had just objected was about to flare up and say something more, but his deskmate tugged on his sleeve, signaling him to stop speaking.
Maybe others didn't see it, but I saw with my own eyes that Katsuragi Ren stepped out of a car escorted by a fleet of luxury vehicles.
"Perhaps everyone doesn't know me yet. Let me introduce myself. My name is Katsuragi Ren. From the Katsuragi Group," Katsuragi Ren said, satisfied with the current atmosphere.
After his introduction, the atmosphere became even more silent.
In Japan, you might not know who the prime minister is, but it is impossible not to know the Katsuragi Group and the Koenji Group.
The reach of these two major groups is everywhere. To put it bluntly, you almost certainly have their products in your home.
"So, what is the price?" Honami Ichinose spoke up. Since Katsuragi Ren had decided to be the villain, she had to step up and be the good person. Otherwise, the pressure of the name "Katsuragi" alone would crush this class.
Katsuragi Ren was very pleased with Honami Ichinose stepping forward at this time. She hadn't returned the things he taught her; the little girl had grown up.
"Starting next month, we will split the points each of you receives sixty-forty."
"Isn't sixty-forty a bit too high..." That student was still a little unconvinced and whispered, not expecting that in the quiet classroom, every student heard him clearly.
"No problem, I can satisfy you. Let's make it seventy-thirty."
"Ah, thank..." The student didn't expect Katsuragi Ren to be so reasonable and actually listen to his opinion. His one sentence had won a full ten percent benefit for everyone. Just as he was about to straighten his back, he heard Katsuragi Ren continue speaking.
"You get thirty, I get seventy."
Feeling the murderous glares from everyone around him, the student's back slumped completely.
"These points aren't just a fee; they are also a guarantee. As a reward for your payment, I, Katsuragi Ren, as the heir to the Katsuragi Group, promise that even if you don't graduate as Class A, I will give you the one hundred percent employment rate this school talks about."
"Of course, as a special reward and punishment, for the student who contributes the most to the class, I can even promise to support their entire family for life. For the one who contributes the least, I will take back their employment guarantee."
"Also, the fee is back to the original sixty-forty split."
He couldn't just crush his classmates in one breath. Katsuragi Ren understood the principle of the carrot and the stick. However, this wasn't enough.
Equal rewards would make people lose passion. He would launch a last-place elimination system to make everyone compete. If you don't compete, how can I profit?
"So... does anyone object?"
Everyone remained silent. No voice of opposition came out, even from the student whose back was about to break.
After learning that only Class A could enjoy the 100% employment rate, everyone felt a sense of tension. Only one out of four classes could reach the top; it was cruel and real.
In such a cruel environment, someone told you they could give you an employment guarantee. At this time, whoever dared to raise an objection would be beaten to death by the crowd!
"I agree!" The gentle little angel Honami Ichinose was the first to take a side.
"I agree."
"I agree."
After everyone expressed their stance, Katsuragi Ren began to remind them of various precautions for students. It was strict, even starting to be a bit harsh. Just as everyone's faces were turning a bit sour, he threw out another sweet reward.
"If everyone finally graduates as students of Class A, my promise still stands. You can arrange for a friend or family member to come to me to redeem this promise."
In an instant, everyone's expression changed together. Harsh? Where was it harsh? Who had an opinion? Stand up!!!
Katsuragi-sama's system is too lenient!!! Restrain us a bit more, or I'm afraid I can't accept this great gift.
...
And what was our Hoshinomiya-sensei doing?
Chie Hoshinomiya used a book to cover her face, which was smiling almost insanely. Her body couldn't help but start trembling slightly; this was a reaction to being extremely excited.
Little Sae, sorry, I definitely win this round.
Katsuragi Ren's declaration of a "hijacking" sent waves through the classroom.
"Huh???"
"Katsuragi, have you lost your mind?"
"Oh? A hijacking? I'd like to see how you do that."
The students erupted into noisy discussion. Some didn't understand, some mocked him, and some were just watching for the show.
They had thought Katsuragi Ren was a top student, but now it seemed he was crazy. His earlier insight into the loophole must have been just luck.
Honami Ichinose didn't question Katsuragi Ren's words. She knew the young man was a proud person. If he said something, he meant it, and it couldn't be a mistake.
Ryuji Kanzaki also remained silent. He didn't think someone with such talent in drawing would make empty boasts.
"Hoshinomiya-sensei, what are the criteria for earning points?" Katsuragi Ren paid no mind to the class's reaction, his voice remaining calm.
"Uhh..."
How did the topic get back to me? I can't talk about that! Hoshinomiya froze.
"I imagine it's based on the performance of each class, and the final rating decides the number of points," Katsuragi Ren continued.
"Uhh..."
"In other words, this test began the moment we stepped into this classroom." The second thing he had noticed were the obvious security cameras around the room.
"What are these cameras for? They are to monitor if students are behaving as they should."
"Ehehe!" Hoshinomiya tapped her head, stuck out her tongue, and winked. She was an expert at acting cute to Katsuragi Ren.
"So, if students behave well, the rating will be high. And conversely..."
"If I misbehave, I can continuously lower the class's rating until there are no points left to deduct at the end of the month."
"So, everyone... do you understand your position now?"
Ignoring Hoshinomiya's antics, Katsuragi Ren stated his deduction results. He emphasized the word "position" to make these peaceful idiots understand the situation they were in.
I hold all the leverage, and you are at my mercy.
After Katsuragi Ren had laid it out so plainly, even the slowest students finally understood and fell silent.
Of course, one person still objected unconvinced: "And what about you? If we don't have points, you won't either. At worst, we all go down together."
"Tch..." This sentence truly amused Katsuragi Ren. How could someone still not understand the situation?
In the silent atmosphere, Katsuragi Ren's sneer seemed particularly loud and harsh.
The student who had just objected was about to flare up and say something more, but his deskmate tugged on his sleeve, signaling him to stop speaking.
Maybe others didn't see it, but I saw with my own eyes that Katsuragi Ren stepped out of a car escorted by a fleet of luxury vehicles.
"Perhaps everyone doesn't know me yet. Let me introduce myself. My name is Katsuragi Ren. From the Katsuragi Group," Katsuragi Ren said, satisfied with the current atmosphere.
After his introduction, the atmosphere became even more silent.
In Japan, you might not know who the prime minister is, but it is impossible not to know the Katsuragi Group and the Koenji Group.
The reach of these two major groups is everywhere. To put it bluntly, you almost certainly have their products in your home.
"So, what is the price?" Honami Ichinose spoke up. Since Katsuragi Ren had decided to be the villain, she had to step up and be the good person. Otherwise, the pressure of the name "Katsuragi" alone would crush this class.
Katsuragi Ren was very pleased with Honami Ichinose stepping forward at this time. She hadn't returned the things he taught her; the little girl had grown up.
"Starting next month, we will split the points each of you receives sixty-forty."
"Isn't sixty-forty a bit too high..." That student was still a little unconvinced and whispered, not expecting that in the quiet classroom, every student heard him clearly.
"No problem, I can satisfy you. Let's make it seventy-thirty."
"Ah, thank..." The student didn't expect Katsuragi Ren to be so reasonable and actually listen to his opinion. His one sentence had won a full ten percent benefit for everyone. Just as he was about to straighten his back, he heard Katsuragi Ren continue speaking.
"You get thirty, I get seventy."
Feeling the murderous glares from everyone around him, the student's back slumped completely.
"These points aren't just a fee; they are also a guarantee. As a reward for your payment, I, Katsuragi Ren, as the heir to the Katsuragi Group, promise that even if you don't graduate as Class A, I will give you the one hundred percent employment rate this school talks about."
"Of course, as a special reward and punishment, for the student who contributes the most to the class, I can even promise to support their entire family for life. For the one who contributes the least, I will take back their employment guarantee."
"Also, the fee is back to the original sixty-forty split."
He couldn't just crush his classmates in one breath. Katsuragi Ren understood the principle of the carrot and the stick. However, this wasn't enough.
Equal rewards would make people lose passion. He would launch a last-place elimination system to make everyone compete. If you don't compete, how can I profit?
"So... does anyone object?"
Everyone remained silent. No voice of opposition came out, even from the student whose back was about to break.
After learning that only Class A could enjoy the 100% employment rate, everyone felt a sense of tension. Only one out of four classes could reach the top; it was cruel and real.
In such a cruel environment, someone told you they could give you an employment guarantee. At this time, whoever dared to raise an objection would be beaten to death by the crowd!
"I agree!" The gentle little angel Honami Ichinose was the first to take a side.
"I agree."
"I agree."
After everyone expressed their stance, Katsuragi Ren began to remind them of various precautions for students. It was strict, even starting to be a bit harsh. Just as everyone's faces were turning a bit sour, he threw out another sweet reward.
"If everyone finally graduates as students of Class A, my promise still stands. You can arrange for a friend or family member to come to me to redeem this promise."
In an instant, everyone's expression changed together. Harsh? Where was it harsh? Who had an opinion? Stand up!!!
Katsuragi-sama's system is too lenient!!! Restrain us a bit more, or I'm afraid I can't accept this great gift.
...
And what was our Hoshinomiya-sensei doing?
Chie Hoshinomiya used a book to cover her face, which was smiling almost insanely. Her body couldn't help but start trembling slightly; this was a reaction to being extremely excited.
Little Sae, sorry, I definitely win this round.