"I'm glad, after all, you're such a good guy Ryuen. Thank god you're not a brute that thinks violence is the answer to every question."
"Snarky little asshole aren't ye?" Ryuen clicked his tongue in distaste before ordering another coffee after pulling a waiter over.
"You guys should sit down as well." I gestured for the rest of them to take a seat because of Ibuki and Hiyori.
Precious little dolls like them shouldn't have to exert themselves like this, especially Hiyori.
They each happily took a seat from a nearby table and sat down in a circle. The table wasn't too big considering it was supposed to be only me and Ichinose but it was manageable.
Ibuki sat on my right while on my left was Albert. Ishizaki, Ryuen and Hiyori sat in front of us.
"It's nothing special, I've got a little hold on the president, that's all."
"Is it related to that cold beauty?" Ryuen raised a brow and asked in interest.
It wasn't hard to make a connection since that was probably the only way a first-year like me could get a hold of the Student Council President.
"Perhaps," I muttered while taking another sip from the coffee that was supposed to be Ryuen's.
"Isn't that interesting?" Ryuen tapped the table, "Yamamoto, let's make a deal." He grinned and his eyes shone in excitement.
"Hmm?"
Ryuen spoke of his plan and I found myself staring at him incredulously. What a bold idea he had. Even his companions seemed to not be aware of this decision of his.
Hiyori in particular was frowning. But she wasn't one to object to the leader's decision. She might advise him later against it but I doubt it.
"So that's why a molestation case in particular..." I muttered, "I guess it only worked because you picked the right guy for it."
I praised him and he smirked.
"That slimy bastard's already gotten two girlfriends in the span of a few months. It'd be stupid to target anyone else besides him. Plus it seems like he, Kito and Kamuro are already on the little girl's side. Hashimoto dug his own grave kukuku."
Ryuen crackled in amusement and I nodded as he continued.
"Not to mention those bastards from Class A really think they're some hot shits huh? Had to drag them down from their pedestal. Though that does make me wonder... You—" Ryuen narrowed his eyes, "Why are you in Class D?"
"... I don't know."
"Really? Seems pretty suspicious you know?"
"I think no differently. Look at it, Koenji, Horikita Kushida and even someone like Hirata is in Class D. What's the big deal with me being there too?"
"Koenji is a completely arrogant loner. Horikita has nothing but book smarts. Kushida and Hirata don't seem competent besides having a good social network." Ryuen seemed to be convinced of his reasoning but he frowned at the same time, "Though that doesn't seem to merit Class D. There's definitely some interesting reason behind the allotment."
"Maybe." I shrugged, "Well I agree with your plan, do as you wish. Though I'll warn you, despite being an arrogant crippled runt, Sakayanagi isn't someone easy to deal with. Helping Katsuragi might just backfire on you."
"You don't have to worry about it." Ryuen waved his hand and enjoyed his coffee.
"Alright, I'll take my leave then."
I got up and made my way past them. I intentionally went past Hiyori and glanced at her bag, I feigned a surprised expression which she should've caught.
Ryuen probably noticed it too but he didn't pay attention, it seemed like there was something on his mind.
"Oh by the way Ryuen," I turned back and smiled, "Don't touch Suzune."
"Oh my, how scary." Ryuen's voice echoed in my ears as I left, "And what if I do?"
"I'll kill you."
...
I left the cafe and made my way towards the dorm. Since Ryuen interrupted my conversation with Ichinose I had to go finish it.
There wasn't much time left so I had to make sure it was dealt with.
I quickly called her, "Where are you?"
Ichinose seemed surprised by the blunt question but since the earlier conversation was probably still in her mind she decided to answer.
[Ichinose- I'm in my dorm room.]
"Alright, I'm coming over."
[Ichinose- Huh, Wait—]
I hung up the phone and quickly reached her dorm room.
I could hear the sound of frantic footsteps which made me chuckle. I knocked on her door and a few seconds later a small slot was opened from which Ichinose peeked out, "Uh...Hello?"
My lips twitched.
"Open the door."
"But, but..." Ichinose mumbled, "My room's a mess right now!" She blurted out and embarrassment clouded her flushed face.
"Alright, I'll wait."
Being the gentleman I was I smiled and pulled the door towards me closing it, surprising her.
I could hear a muffled thanks and the frantic footsteps began to appear again.
"How adorable."
...
"What's he so arrogant for?" Ibuki muttered while drinking her milkshake with a content look.
"Let's beat him up, Ryuen-san!" Ishizaki pumped his fist in the air and Ryuen gave him a hard slap.
"H-Huh..." Ishizaki muttered while rubbing his cheek, "Why...?"
"Are you retarded?" Ryuen snorted in disdain and contemplated whether he should slap him again but after looking at the pitiful face he was making he let it be.
"What do you think Hiyori?" He asked her and Hiyori seemed to be thinking of something.
"Oye, I'm asking you something."
"Oh..." Hiyori muttered before lowering her head, "I don't think there's anything in particular we can do against him though at least we've got something on him now."
Ryuen nodded in agreement, "Looks like the Ruthless Tyrant of Class D is a sweety at heart. Kill me? Kukuku."
Ryuen chuckled but the look in his eyes was anything but jest. Only he knew how serious Yamamoto was when he was speaking.
"Does he really think he can beat us all in a fight? I feel irritated." Ibuki muttered with a frown and Ishizaki seemed happy that she was agreeing with him, "See!"
"Are you asking for a beating? Privileged little kids like you won't stand a chance." Ryuen laughed in their face and a vein popped up on Ibuki's forehead, "Who are you calling a privileged kid?"
"You don't have it after all." Ryuen spoke before relaxing in his seat with a pondering look, "You didn't feel the bloodlust at all."
"Stop being cringe," Ibuki made a disgusted face.
"I don't know about Yamamoto but I'll definitely kill you." Ryuen rolled his eyes, "I've lived my life on the streets. Do you have any idea how many times my life was in danger? Kukuku. I've sensed it many times, and chances of me dying have occasionally popped up. It's a feeling that even drowns the adrenaline coursing through my body while brawling."
"Hmph, useless thug," Ibuki muttered to herself, though she did admit fighting had its own pleasure.
"Why would I lose to him? I've trained in martial arts all my life!" She argued and Ryuen showed an interested look.
"Alright, go fight him. Ask him for a friendly spar, I heard that Yamamoto introduced Martial Arts as his hobby no? Go and test it out yourself kukuku."
"You think I won't? Just you wait. I'll knock that smug look off his face." Ibuki harrumphed and stormed out of the Cafe.
"Oye Ishizaki, follow her from now on. If she fights Yamamoto then record the fight."
"Ryuen-san," Hiyori whispered, "...Will she be alright?" She seemed concerned.
Ryuen seemed to be thinking about it.
"Nope."
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