-140- Expelled from the camp?

Under Kushida Kikyou's explanation, both Hori and Ayanokouji Kiyotaka gradually became aware of the information about the two individuals in Class C.

Ibuki Mio, one of the students in Class C, despite being a girl, seemed unexpectedly dominant. She didn't have any close friends in Class C, and rather than that, she had quite a bad relationship with the rest of the class. Her demeanor was said to always carry a sharp edge.

In Kushida Kikyou's words, she was "somewhat lacking in calmness" like Horikita Suzune.

Even though her academic performance wasn't as outstanding as Horikita Suzune's, she was just as solitary and unforgiving. Kushida Kikyou hadn't talked to her much either, as she was a troublesome child.

Kaneda Satoru, another student from Class C, was different from Ibuki Mio. He was the most talented student in terms of academics in Class C, surpassing even Hirata Yousuke and Kushida Kikyou. His academic prowess was second only to Horikita Suzune, Yukimura Teruhiko, and Kouenji Rokusuke. He achieved excellent results in both midterms and finals in Class C, unlike many of the violent individuals in the class. He was an outstanding student who didn't fit in with the terrifying rule of Class C.

After hearing Kushida Kikyou's explanation, both Hori and Ayanokouji Kiyotaka came to a realization.

"Two students who don't fit in with Class C?"

"It's not hard to imagine."

Their mutterings immediately aroused Kushida Kikyou's curiosity.

"What's wrong with Ibuki and Kaneda?" Kushida Kikyou asked, somewhat curious.

The answer came from Ayanokouji Kiyotaka.

"While we don't know the details, it seems like those two students had a conflict with Ryuen of Class C and were expelled from the camp."

This idea coincided with Hori's earlier speculation.

Ishizaki Daichi also mentioned it.

"If you see those two, tell them that if they want Ryuen's forgiveness, they should go back and apologize to him. Otherwise, they'll have to eat wild grass and bugs in the forest."

This statement revealed two important pieces of information:

1. Students named Ibuki Mio and Kaneda Satoru offended Ryuen Kakeru.

2. Ibuki Mio and Kaneda Satoru are currently not in Class C's camp but in the forest.

Therefore, the possibility is high that the two were expelled from the camp due to a conflict with Ryuen Kakeru.

Regardless of Ayanokouji Kiyotaka, Hori initially found this matter somewhat suspicious.

After all, Ichinose Honami had already mentioned that Ryuen Kakeru had established dominance over Class C shortly after the start of the school year.

In such circumstances, it's quite strange that there were still students conflicting with Ryuen Kakeru in Class C, isn't it?

Now, it seems that these two individuals also don't fit in with Class C.

Since that's the case, the likelihood is high.

Having learned this information, Kushida Kikyou was immediately surprised.

"But isn't it strange to expel classmates from the camp?"

That's right.

It's very strange.

There's no other reason.

"Each class needs to check in at the camp at eight in the morning and eight in the evening. Absence will result in points deduction. Even if it's for points, classmates shouldn't be expelled from the camp."

Kushida Kikyou's argument was quite correct.

Expelling classmates from the camp would only lead to trouble.

Not to mention points deduction for absenteeism, if one is alone in the forest without food and water, it's normal to collapse at any time and exit the special exam.

If you don't want your points deducted, no one would do such a stupid thing as expelling classmates from the camp.

Of course, that's based on the premise of "not wanting points deducted."

Hori knew.

"That guy doesn't care about points at all."

Because Ryuen Kakeru's target isn't class points, it's personal points.

By spending personal points, Ryuen Kakeru plans to ascend.

So even if the points for this special exam are depleted, Ryuen Kakeru wouldn't care, right?

Anyway, since he doesn't care about class points, even if the dedicated points for this special exam are exhausted and not a single point is added to the class points, Ryuen Kakeru wouldn't frown.

"Could it be..."

A thought arose in Hori's mind.

That's a thought that can only be thought of knowing that Ryuen Kakeru's real target is personal points.

That is, the current situation of Class C.

Hori's mind generated a thought.

That was a thought that could only be conceived after knowing the situation that Ryuen Kakeru's real target was personal points.

That is, the current situation of Class C.

Not knowing why Hori had this thought, Ayanokouji Kiyotaka spoke up.

"Anyway, thanks for telling us the information, Kushida."

Upon hearing this, Kushida Kikyou didn't smile this time.

"I'm glad I could help you."

As Kushida Kikyou said this, she also became somewhat worried.

"But, if Ibuki and Kaneda really were both expelled from Class C's camp, then aren't they abandoned in the forest now?"

Kushida Kikyou showed a very worried expression.

Whether she was truly concerned about two students from another class whom she wasn't very familiar with, only she herself knew.

"Class C..."

Ayanokouji Kiyotaka pondered for a moment, then looked at Hori.

"I say, should we..."

Before he could finish his sentence, someone approached from the direction of the camp.

However, upon seeing Kushida Kikyou, the person stopped in their tracks, no longer approaching, but preparing to leave.

Unfortunately, Kushida Kikyou, with her keen eyes, immediately noticed the person, her eyes lighting up as she happily waved at them.

"Horikita!"

The newcomer was none other than Horikita Suzune.

"Ah..."

Realizing that she missed the chance to leave, Horikita Suzune sighed lightly and resumed her pace, approaching them again.

Hori took a brief look at Horikita Suzune.

Today, Horikita Suzune's complexion had returned to normal and she no longer looked as cold as yesterday, constantly rubbing her arms.

Seeing this, Hori smiled faintly.

"It seems like the medicine worked well."

Horikita Suzune's cold seemed to have improved significantly after taking medicine and having a good night's rest.

But she seemed unwilling to let others know that she was still sick yesterday.

"You three gathering together and chatting, it must not be something good, right?"

Horikita Suzune bluntly stated.

"...I feel like that's a bit too much."

Kushida Kikyou smiled bitterly.

On the other hand, Ayanokouji Kiyotaka, as if realizing something, spoke up to Horikita Suzune.

"We were just talking about Class C."

Ayanokouji Kiyotaka disclosed the information very straightforwardly.

"In fact..."

Ayanokouji Kiyotaka explained the whole thing.

After learning the information, Horikita Suzune frowned.

"So, the rumors about someone in Class C being very reckless seem to be true."

The person Horikita Suzune mentioned should be Ryuen Kakeru.

Then, Horikita Suzune said.

"If you're concerned, why not just go and see Class C's camp?"

The straightforward suggestion left Kushida Kikyou stunned.

But, it had to be said that this proposal was just what Hori and Ayanokouji Kiyotaka wanted.

"Yes."

Hori narrowed his eyes and smiled suddenly.

"Let's go take a look."