Chapter 119 Not Optimistic About This Class.

"Me?"

Hirata Yousuke's sudden question made Fang Li turn his head, raising an eyebrow, as he had been gazing in the direction of the forest, oblivious to the words of his classmates.

What he saw was Hirata Yousuke staring intently at him with a serious expression.

"I believe that Nanaya-san's presence is crucial for this special exam."

Hirata Yousuke said, addressing everyone in the class, he spread open his hands as he spoke.

"Isn't it clear to everyone? Nanaya-san is truly intelligent. Whether it was during the mid-term exams when he figured out the rules set by the school, or when he anticipated the special exam, he was right. Even when falsely accused by Class C, we all tried to find witnesses but had no success. However, Nanaya-san resolved the incident all by himself. He is truly capable."

Hirata Yousuke spoke as if he was trying to awaken the memories of everyone present.

"On the deck, I'm sure everyone noticed. Whether it was Katsuragi-san from Class A, Ichinose-san from Class B, or Ryuuen-san from Class C, they attach great importance to Nanaya-san's existence. And those individuals have great influence within their respective classes. Their attention towards Nanaya-san proves his ability."

"Though I hesitate to say this, in the eyes of those classes above us, Class D is not a threat. We lack competitiveness. Only Nanaya-san catches their attention and earns their respect."

"Moreover, this special exam confirms Nanaya-san's speculations during the mid-term exams. I believe Nanaya-san's abilities will definitely play a significant role in this special exam."

Hirata Yousuke's unexpectedly passionate speech reminded the students of the things Fang Li had done throughout the previous semester and his various achievements.

Consequently, the students involuntarily agreed.

Even Horikita Suzune and Ayanokouji Kiyotaka, who had been observing from the sidelines, looked at Fang Li. Though they didn't say anything, their gaze and expressions showed seriousness.

After Hirata Yousuke finished speaking, Kushida Kikyou, another central figure in the class, also stood up.

"Nanaya-san is truly amazing. I can vouch for that."

Kushida Kikyou said, gazing at Fang Li with a smile that radiated immense trust.

"If Nanaya-san can help us, I feel like all our problems will be solved."

Kushida Kikyou's sincere statement of trust made the students in the class turn their attention to Fang Li, and even Sakura Airi, who had been hiding in the crowd, couldn't help but nod.

Unfortunately...

"Even if you praise me like that, it won't bring any benefits."

Fang Li said, pouring cold water on everyone's expectations. He remained unaffected by the class's gaze, displaying no emotional changes and calmly spoke.

"Strategy? Don't you have more important issues to resolve before considering such matters?"

Fang Li's blunt statement left the entire class stunned.

"More important issues to resolve?"

Including Horikita Suzune, Hirata Yousuke, Kushida Kikyou, and Karuizawa Kei, the capable individuals in the class furrowed their brows, perplexed.

In this situation, Fang Li glanced at the entire class.

Then, with directness and precision, he expressed his opinion.

"To be honest, this special exam will be extremely challenging for the entire Class D."

"Therefore, I don't have high hopes for this class."

These words caused everyone's faces to stiffen.

Silence permeated throughout Class D.

After a while...

"What do you mean by that?"

Sudou Ken, who had a bad temper, was the first to explode.

"Are you looking down on us?"

Sudou Ken's rough shout was met with agreement from some of the boys.

"Why is it so difficult for us?"

"Just because we're in Class D?"

Ike Kanji and Yamauchi Haruki voiced their dissatisfaction with an unfriendly tone.

There's nothing to be done.

It's still the same as before; Fang Li's way of speaking easily offends people.

But that's just Fang Li's style.

Blunt and straightforward, even when facing those around him, he doesn't show the slightest mercy.

So, in the face of the discontent from almost everyone in the class, Fang Li didn't say anything. He just glanced at them and then continued gazing towards the direction of the forest, as if he didn't want to say anything more.

In the end, Hirata Yousuke and Kushida Kikyou calmed everyone down.

"Everyone, let's calm down a bit and not get angry," Kushida Kikyou quickly said, "I believe Nanaya-san doesn't mean any harm."

"Nanaya-san," Hirata Yousuke once again requested Fang Li sincerely, "Could you please tell us where our problem lies?"

Facing Hirata Yousuke's genuine request, Fang Li didn't play coy and straightforwardly expressed his thoughts.

"The problem is simple. None of you have realized the 'hidden dangers' that exist within yourselves."

Fang Li turned his head and scanned each person in there with his gaze.

"For example, let me ask a question. I'll start with you, Ike," Fang Li suddenly fixed his gaze on Ike Kanji and asked, "Ike, tell me, how are you planning to solve the problem of food and water in this special exam?"

"Huh? Me... me?" Ike Kanji seemed surprised that Fang Li would suddenly ask him a question. He was initially at a loss but then honestly replied, "Well, isn't it obvious? We can just search for fruits in the forest and use the river water. There's definitely a river around, so we can just take water from there."

"Is that so?" Fang Li remained indifferent and continued, "But who can guarantee that the fruits and river water are safe? What if eating them makes you sick? Don't you think it would be better to use points to buy food and water in such a situation?"

Fang Li's question was immediately rejected by Ike Kanji.

"Using points? No way! We can't waste them like that!" Ike Kanji said without hesitation, "Points will be added to our class points after the exam ends. If we can save all 300 special points, starting from the second semester, we'll get an extra 30,000 private points every month. That's 30,000! Even in the worst case scenario of getting sick, we just have to work harder!"

Ike Kanji's extreme idea immediately gained approval from the other students.