Chapter 9

Name: Hikigaya Hachiman

Class: 1st year Class D

Club activities: Independent

Birthday: August 8

"Evaluation"

Academic ability: B+

Intelligence: A

Judgment: A+

Physical ability: C

Cooperation: E

"Comments from interviewer"

"Although he achieved excellent results on the report card and was a candidate for A class, his lack of interest in other people was seen as a problem during the interview.

According to separate materials, he is excellent at seeing through people's psychology and true nature, but due to his disregard for emotions, he has been assigned to D-class.

Homeroom Memo -

At the moment, he is interacting with students from other classes, but not  with students from his own class.

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Hehe I grinned while looking at Ayanokoji, knowing his actions would be exposed!

Besides, she basically doesn't talk to anyone, and even if the popular students in her class, Hirata or Kushida, try to talk to her, she just coldly dismisses them. I see her talking to Ayanokoji, but mostly Horikita is ridiculing him.

Although Horikita is like that, she still dated Ayanakoji in secret and got knocked up.

I only looked at her once, but she clicked her tongue in disgust at me. So, I don't like her at all.

And somehow I end up comparing her to the person who irritated me the most in middle school - Yukino Yukinoshita.

I was really irritated by Yukinoshita, who had a habit of abusing me for no reason at every opportunity and not doing anything about requests, and who didn't doubt that she was talented.

After all, it's like her older sister's death.

So, I somehow put Yukinoshita and Horikita in the same league, and naturally I'm not on good terms with Horikita.

Of course, I know it's a different person, so if Horikita treats me normally, I'll also treat her normally.

Well, I don't think she will treat me.

Quiet topic...

That's why when Horikita came to the instruction room, I couldn't help but get excited!

For now, put your ear against the wall and listen to the conversation between the two. Maybe she'll reveal some exciting information.

"Let me ask you frankly, why was I assigned to Class D?"

Huh...

"You're really honest."

What about the name of the baby's father??

I was really confused.

But about her question, Horikita is proud of how good she is, so she probably isn't satisfied with the way the school is run.

She's also similar to Yukinoshita in that she doesn't have any doubts about herself.

"The teacher said today that students who excel will be placed in class A, and those who fail will be placed in class D.''

"What, are you complaining? You think you're excellent. "

"Of course," was the immediate answer without hesitation. But for me, it's laughable.

It's true that her grades may be good, but she's probably out in other areas. I know it's not what I'm saying, but their behavior in the classroom is usually a problem.

I think She's probably confusing isolation with solitude. 

"Actually, I don't want to brag but I was able to solve most of the questions on the entrance exam.'' '

"I was able to solve most of the questions, huh?'' Normally, I wouldn't show the entrance exam results to individuals, but I'll show them to you in particular. It just so happens that I have your answer sheet."

Tell a lie. There's no way you'll get the answer to the entrance exam by chance.

"You're very well prepared. It's as if you knew I would come to protest."

"I 'm still a teacher. I can understand the students' personalities to some extent. Suzune Horikita. You got the entrance exam results... you got a tie for the paper test. 1st place and 2nd place are very close to each other. They are excellent enough.'' '

' Then, are you saying that the interview was bad?''

"No? It wasn't seen as a particular problem in the interview either. I heard from the interviewer that you received a very high evaluation.'' '

"Thank you. Then... why?''

"Before that, why are you dissatisfied with being in class D?'' '

"I want a fair evaluation. Do you think I would be happy with being assigned to Class-1 D which is full of idiots?"

Well, that's usually the case. However, I have no particular complaints about the D class.

"Hahaha, it seems like you have quite a high self-esteem,'' was the voice I heard this morning. Are you stunned? Or did you laugh?

"You're not being evaluated fairly, huh? So, let me ask you, Horikita. What is the standard for a fair evaluation?"

" Huh...! If you think about it normally, isn't it based on academic ability?"

"No, the school has not even stated a single word about the standard value. You seem to have assumed that it will be measured by academic ability.''

" ...But Mr. Chabashira, isn't that normal common sense?'' '

"That common sense itself is wrong. In today's Japan, the formula that being able to study = greatness holds true, but...it's ridiculous. It's true that academic ability can become a status factor...but this school produces talented people in the true sense of the word. It's a school. It would be a big mistake to be assigned based on that alone. If, as you say, you can get into this school based on academic ability alone, then there's no way Sudo and the others would be able to enroll."

There's nothing wrong with what you're saying, but I don't think it's coming from a teacher...If it's a normal high school, it's something the board of education should do, right?

However, it seems that classes were not decided based on grades alone.

Actually, if I were to rank my grades, I don't think I'd get a D at least. Perhaps coordination and athletic ability are taken into account.

Otherwise, I don't think Sudo will be able to enroll as Chabashira-sensei says.

I was scared at the same time. If my athletic ability was also judged by class, Sakayanagi would not have been placed in class A as her athletic ability was at its worst level.

That means other factors stand out.

"Besides, it's too early to assume that no one is happy about not being properly evaluated."

"Please stop joking. There are not such people like that out there..."

"For example, Koenji. He didn't see it as a particular problem even if he was assigned to the D class"

Come to think of it, Koenji had said that he would succeed Koenji Conglomerate in the future, so he wasn't particularly dissatisfied.

"...There is no explanation regarding that guy. What I would like to ask is whether it is true that I was assigned to Class D, and whether the school's criteria for judgment is incorrect. Please check again. "

This girl has no doubts about his ability at all...she's just like Yukinoshita. '

"Unfortunately, there isn't any fault. You were supposed to be in Class D.''

"I see. Then, I'll ask the school again.''

Apparently, she hadn't given up. She must have decided that Chabashira-sensei was no good.

However, the school probably had the same idea as Mr. Chabashira.

"No matter how many times you complain, the answer is the same. And don't be so pessimistic. It's true that you're in class D now, but by the time you graduate, you might be in class A."

"I don't think it's going to be an easy path. Anyway, I'll excuse myself for today. But please remember that I'm not convinced."

I don't know. The school probably doesn't care if you are convinced or not. Unless you know Chairman or something?

"Fine...I've called two more people to the guidance room. They're related to you too."

"Someone related..."

"Come on, Ayanokoji and Hikigaya"

Nani?

Are you calling me at this timing? To be honest, I don't want to come out, but...

"If you don't come out, I'll expel you from school.''

I don't think these are the words of a good teacher, but I don't want to be expelled, so I leave the hot water room with Ayanokoji, sighing.

"Looks like you're finally going to confess your crime?" I said with a smile.

"Crime?... Hikigaya, is there something wrong with you?"

Why is this guy saying rude things to me again?

"Did you really hear that?"

"Well, yeah."

"I mean, apart from Ayanokoji who was playing with Horikita, I have nothing to do with her, right?"

"No, you're related since you're classmates. Well, in your case, you're more interested in other classes than your classmates." In response to my question, Chabashira-sensei says that without changing her expression.

Well, I can't deny it if I'm lumped in with my classmates.

"Teacher, why are you doing this?"

Horikita talks to Chabashira-sensei, clearly angry.

Look, she also doesn't want me to find out about her naughty actions. Why don't you just let me go away?

"This is because the two of them will be the key to aiming for a higher class in the future."

"...Please be brief.'' Hearing this, Horikita took a stance to listen a little.

"First of all, Ayanokoji, you're an interesting student."

"It isn't as good as a teacher with a strange last name - Chabashira"

This guy is really brave, even after doing those things.

"Ayanokoji, your entrance exam results show 50 points in Japanese, 50 points in mathematics, and 50 points in science. 50 points, 50 points in English, 50 points in social studies.In addition, you got 50 points on this quiz, so what are you trying to do?"

I knew he was suspicious from the beginning.

I looked at his papers and found out that they were all 50 points. In a sense, it's amazing, and some people might find it interesting.

Ayanakoji, on the other hand, doesn't particularly care.

"Coincidences are scary, aren't they?"

"Huh? Are you saying that it was just a coincidence that all the results were 50 points? The correct answer rate for question 5 in mathematics on the entrance exam was 3%, but you solved it perfectly. On the other hand, questions with a correct answer rate of over 70% were answered incorrectly. Is this a coincidence?"

Ayanakoji...If you want to get 50 points, just answer the simple questions correctly. This guy is really stupid.

"I'm telling you It's a coincidence."

Ayanakoji, on the other hand, does not change his attitude. I respect you for coming this far.

Horikita, on the other hand, looks at Ayanakoji as if she doesn't understand.

Looks like there's going to be a couple fight!

"You... why did you do something so incomprehensible? I don't understand?"

"It's just a coincidence. It's not like I am a hidden genius or something, right?"

"I don't know. Maybe he's more intelligent than Horikita."

Chabashira-sensei again says unnecessary things, Horikita becomes grumpy, and Ayanokoji sighs.

I partly understood why Ayanokoji was called. They didn't want to talk about her pregnancy in front of me but...

"Then, Chabashira-sensei. What about the reason why I was called? Are you by any chance going to talk about future life guidance?"

Well, I don't think so.

"Hikigaya, Show Horikita your point balance."

Why are you asking me about money? Shouldn't the father take responsibility?...

I was again dumbfounded with this teacher.

"I refuse"

"If you don't show it to me, I'll expel you."...

Hey, that's really scary okay?!

Sighing, I took out my phone, switched to the point balance confirmation screen, and showed it to Horikita.

At the same time, Horikita's eyes widened and she looked back and forth at my cell phone.

Please don't take my money, Horikita-san.

"Moreover. I happened to hear an interesting conversation, so I decided to record it."

While saying this, Chabashira-sensei seemed to have taken out a playback device...

"So? Why did you think that points would increase or decrease on the first day of enrollment? I just thought receiving 100,000 points every month was too suspicious.''

"I don't mind telling you anything, but it's just my speculation, so don't take it seriously, okay?"

"Then let me tell you, the total number of students in our school is over 400, right? Even if there are 400 students, how much will the school have to pay if they all pay 100,000 yen a month? "

...…

The conversation I had with Shiina on the first day of school was recorded.

I never expected that someone other than Sakayanagi would also be hearing our conversation.

Isn't this too convenient? Is this scary teacher following me?

I immediately felt a cold chill down my spine. I was being stalked!

"There are a certain number of students who understand the point system before May starts, but Hikigaya is the first to understand it on the first day of school and take such great measures. Additionally, his academic ability is also within his grade level in the top rank, and in terms of overall strength, he might be several steps above Horikita."

Chabashira-sensei says this, making Horikita even more displeased. Or is she setting her on fire?

"In any case, Ayanokoji's scores are interesting, and Hikigaya's quick thinking is second to none. You might be able to use the two of them when you move up to A-class."

While saying this, the teacher stands up and closes the door. That means...

"I thought we will talk about who got Horikita-san pregnant, I was betting on Ayanakoji. But in the end it has nothing to do with it, so can I go home now?"

I was very disappointed, and just wanted to go home.

"...."

"....."

Silence.

"Chabashira-sensei! What on earth is this bastard talking about?!" Horikita-san shouted at the teacher.

".....Hikigaya, what's wrong with you?"

"Huh?.... Wait! Wait! didn't Ayanakoji get Horikita-san pregnant?!" Hikigaya was confused.

"...." Ayanokoji.

Horikita looked at both of us with contempt.

"...." Ayanokoji.

'What the hell is going on?' Even he was panicking inside.

"What nonsense are you talking about?! And, Ayanokoji-kun, are you the one who is spreading these rumours about me?!" Horikita was really angry now, she was almost spitting blood.

"...." Ayanakoji. He looks at Hikigaya.

"....." Hikigaya.

It turned out she really wasn't knocked up by this robot.

If you start a fire like that, you should immediately run away. So, that's what I did.

"....." Chabashira-sensei.

There is a staff meeting next. She coughed twice.

"Ah. It's a staff meeting so I'll close this place. Ayanakoji and Horikita, please get out"

Chabashira-sensei said that and kicked us out, then quickly headed to the staff room.

Well, I guess I'll meet up with Sakayanagi and the others and go to the cafe.

I think so...

"Hang on, Where do you think you are you going?!"

Horikita calls out to me.

Ah, I have a bad feeling.

This is all Ayanakoji's fault. I looked maliciously at him.

"....." Ayanakoji.