8 Chapter 8: Kushida, your little tricks are no use to me

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[This year's Class D still looks unimpressive]

[Suzune was assigned to this class yet she still didn't make any progress]

[How disappointing]

'Horikita Manabu. He's the man who gave the speech at the entrance ceremony. If I remember correctly, he should be the current Student Council President'

'He must be Horikita's older brother. I see, Horikita entered this school to prove herself to this man huh?'

'Still, what are they doing here?'

Saiki cast his gaze at the wall. His ability to see through gradually took effect letting him see the scene on the other side.

A boy with glass and stern face was leaning against the window casually observing the Class D students on the swimming pool. He is none other than Horikita Manabu.

Next to him was a girl with hair fixed in bun and has a cute face. Saiki has never seen this person before but using his telepathy he immediately recognized her as the Student Council Secretary. Same as Horikita Manabu, she belonged to Class A in 3rd grade.

[First year Class D seemed to have a few points deducted today. It doesn't look optimistic]

'Will the student council also participate in point evaluation?'

Saiki tried to guess their purpose here. The Student Council will assist the school in rating the lower classes and they also have the authority to change the rules.

"Saiki-kun, do you want to enter the pool with us? The P.E teacher said that we are free to do whatever we want during this class!"

Kushida walked to the side of Saiki and asked with a bright smile.

Saiki immediately shook his head refusing the request. Since this class is a free activity, it would be better for him to avoid participating on it.

Even though swimming is much better than other sports, it is still a huge challenge for him. Breaking the world record is the least of the problem.

"Ah, Saiki-kun perhaps you don't know how to swim?"

Kushida asked curiously.

Saiki did not deny this statement as it would save him a lot of trouble.

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After a day of classes, Kushida took the initiative to find Saiki because she wanted to treat him for dinner.

No matter how twisted Kushida's inner thoughts were, at least she was able to keep her promise which satisfied Saiki.

"Although I didn't become friends with Horikita-san, I still want to thank you for your hard work, Saiki-kun!"

Kushida had a smile on her face which made her appearance even cuter.

"Since I promised you, please order whatever you want!"

'If that is the case then don't blame me'

The corners of Saiki's mouth rose. Kushida already spoke the words, he will naturally won't refuse her generosity.

He swiftly went to the dessert area and ordered the same thing as yesterday. It is quite expensive.

[This guy… does he intend to eat this much dessert for dinner?]

Kushida kept complaining inside her heart but she still maintained the amiable smile on her face. Outsiders wouldn't be able to tell what her inner thoughts are and even Saiki has to praise her for the effort.

If the disguise is perfect and can be maintained for a long time then it won't become a disguise anymore.

Saiki held the desserts and took a seat at the corner of the cafeteria with Kushida. He wanted to enjoy this feast alone but since it was Kushida who paid for it, he could only complain quietly.

"It's such a pity. I didn't expect that it would be difficult to get along with Horikita-san… I thought that since we are classmates, we can surely get along easily and help each other in the future…"

She deliberately lowered her head and showed a pained look. However that instantly went away as she raised her head but this time with a small smile.

"Still, everyone has different ideas. I can't force Horikita-san to change, though I still hope that she can integrate into our class"

While it seems like Kushida is always concerned about other people, her inner thoughts say otherwise.

[That damned bitch. Just because you are beautiful, you act arrogant? Go to hell! That bitch deserves to be in hell!]

She kept cursing Horikita with vicious words inside her mind. Anyone who are acquainted with Kushida will never be able to connect those words to her.

[I need to behave more pitiful and vulnerable. It would make people empathize with me easier and this guy should be the same]

A meaningful smile appeared on Kushida's face. She turned to look at Saiki expecting him to continue the topic.

However at this moment, Saiki's attention was completely grabbed by the dessert in front of him. He is enjoying the taste of the dessert as if unaware to Kushida's words.

[Is this guy really not listening at me? Most boys will indisputably listen to my words when they are beside me right? What on earth is this guy thinking?]

Kushida is aware of how cute she looks, and combined with her bubbly personality, there is no doubt that boys will chase her anytime. She is expert in using this to her advantage to manipulate the people around her to her will.

Strangely though, her move seemed to have no effect against Saiki which surprised Kushida but also displeased at the same time.

Kushida still kept the same smile though and no mood swings was noticed on her face.

[It is impossible to continue this topic. This guy is really difficult to handle]

'Perfect, that should what you think'

Saiki hopes that Kushida will feel a little repulsed against him so that the chance of meeting her in the future will be lessen.

After all, girls like her easily attract attention. And attention is a terrifying thing for Saiki.

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