Victory is everything. The modern magic that rewrites even lies into truth.
Therefore, Shinzaki Yasuhito will keep winning. And he will continue to deny everything other than himself.
“Especially this insane school system.”
He gazes at the nearby Homura Honoka sensei,
who is smiling cheerfully.
Shinzaki clenches his fist with an even brighter smile, surpassing hers.
“You better be prepared. The one who’s going to crush you all… is me.”
Shinzaki Yasuhito’s destination.
It is none other than the [negation] of this school.
“The one we should be most careful about is Class 1-B.”
One day after school, the members of the Vigilante Group led by Asahina gathered in Class 1-C.
These were the select few that Asahina had previously described as the ones who would constantly be in action within the Vigilante Group.
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Asahina, Kurashiki, and Kurotsuki were the few she had deemed [trustworthy].
“Class 1-B… That’s where the rumored [Smile-kun] is, isn’t it?”
A huge figure with folded arms muttered.
His name is Dojima Tadashi, a third-year student from Class 1-A, known as somewhat of a celebrity.
What makes him famous is his strength.
Someone had called him the [Strongest in the Academy]. His name was at the forefront of the many “strongest” debates.
He has honed the weakest of abilities, refining them to the point where he can even slay those with the power of protection.
Incidentally, this man is an earnest, straightforward justice-lover without a hint of duality. Kurashiki even said, “If this was an act, I’d prostrate myself.”
“Indeed. If Amamori-dono was defeated so one-sidedly, it must have been quite something,”
continued the boy from Class 1-C, Rakuichi Rakuza.
Rakuza possesses the King’s ability, and his strength is among the top in Class C,
likely on par with Sakuma and Karasuma, the upper echelon members.
“But Dojima-senpai should be able to win without issue. The problem would be if they used underhanded tactics.”
A female second-year student sitting nearby spoke up.
She is Magara Mei,
a member of the Student Council who served as a referee during the confrontation with Netsuhara.
While being part of the student council, she still offered to help the vigilante group and volunteered to cooperate. Since she came as a candidate from an organization influenced by the academy, Asahina was initially suspicious. However, having connections with the student council is necessary for the vigilante group to gain legitimacy.
After judging Magara’s character, she is now recognized as a “trustworthy ally.”
“I’ll take care of that. In a pure battle of wits, I’d be superior to Shinzaki,”
“As expected of Kurotsuki-kun! You’re really reliable!”
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Kurotsuki and Kurashiki. Although they are not present this time, many students, including Karasuma Tōji and others, have joined the vigilante group.
This is likely because many students in this school are questioning the way the school is run. Otherwise, a young girl with no achievements would not have second- and third-year students gathering around her.
Asahina looked around the classroom again, scanning the faces of those present.
There are still many students remaining in the classroom.
That said, there are also a number of students who have already left for their club activities. Namely, Amamori has already gone to the Literature Club, and Karasuma has also gone to the newly joined Board Game Club.
“Wow, this class is full of some pretty strong-looking people. In our time as third-years, I don’t remember it being this inflated.”
“That’s because you have people like the current student council president and monsters like you. There’s even one creepy second-year, but… Well, on average, they might be more impressive than the second- and third-years.”
Dōjima and Magara were also surveying Class C.
Magara had witnessed the battle request with Natsuhara up close. Dōjima had also seen that fight from the third-year classroom. That’s why they had a pretty high opinion of the students who fought there – Kurotsuki and Sakuma. … But the two they were looking for were not in the classroom.
“So, where’s Amamori? That monster who can cancel out the powers with just his bare hands? That’s not something you can explain with just techniques, you know. I was hoping to at least greet him.”
“… Indeed. Asahina-san, is Amamori Yūto not allowed to join the vigilante group? Considering his strength and abilities, even without any powers, I would think he would be the strongest person in this class.”
The two opened their mouths, unaware of Amamori’s ability to “impair vision.”
Remembering Amamori’s reaction, Kurotsuki explained about him with a wry smile.
His power is far too weak.
He dislikes Asahina Kasumi.
In fact, he was invited but flatly refused.
As Kurotsuki explained these points, the two’s expressions became more serious.
“… Well, in short, you can think of Amamori Yūto as an unconventional free spirit. That’s why he’s not here in the classroom – he didn’t want to face you two. He’s a man who hates troublesome things above all else.”
“I’m not even sure if he remembers my name…”
“Seriously? With that looks, charisma, and strength, and you’re saying he doesn’t even remember your name? Damn, he must really hate you…”
Dōjima opened his mouth, seeming a bit taken aback. Asahina was a little hurt.
Magara had his hand on his chin, recalling the sight of Amamori Yūto he had seen before.
“… I see. That makes sense. Without the will and with his abilities… being non-combat oriented, I have no intention of forcing him. … It’s a shame, but…”
“Yes. For now, we don’t have the trust or achievements to recruit Amamori-kun. Moreover, in the face of Shinzaki, we don’t have the leisure to focus on minor matters.”
Asahina summarized the matter of Amamori Yūto as a minor issue.
Classmates who knew of his obsession were surprised, but reluctantly understood.
Asahina was so wary and cautious of Shinzaki Yasuhito.
“Rakuichi, do you understand his abilities?”
“It was difficult, but I was able to grasp the general outline of his abilities.”
Rakuichi Rakusa’s ability is “The King of Stealth.” He excels in various combat techniques, stealth, and reconnaissance.
He used this power to investigate the inner workings of Class B.
As part of that, he was able to learn about a portion of Shinzaki Yasuhito’s abilities.
“His ability is ‘Divine Emperor’s Blessing’… The more subordinates he has, the more his power increases. I was unable to investigate the details, but… at the very least, you should treat him as an ability user on par with, or even exceeding, Asahina-dono.”
“… Ugh, what a terrible ability, really.”
Hearing the facts Rakuichi told them, Kurotsuki let out a sigh.
To be honest, the information sharing from Amamori had come even before Rakuichi’s investigation.
The details of Shinzaki’s abilities and their extent. Of course, he didn’t doubt Amamori’s information – but he wished Amamori’s information had been a lie.
“Just like Natsuhara, Shinzaki has also completely taken control of Class B. In other words, his subordinates, excluding Shinzaki himself, number twenty-seven… No, my apologies, twenty-eight, including the entire Class B.”
“Well, it probably depends on how much each person is empowered, you know. … At least, I only know of one person with the ‘divine’ blessing, and that’s the young lady.”
As the third-year, Dōjima, said this, it became clear that ability users with a divine blessing were few in number.
In fact, it was possible that there might not even be one per grade.
Indeed, there were no divine blessing holders in the current third-year class.
“… The way of thinking is wrong. Ability users with a divine blessing are originally referred to as monsters capable of single-handedly turning the tide of battle. Even among them, to bear the name of a god is something that should not have been allowed.”
“Indeed… when you think about it, Class C is really advantaged! I mean, Kasumi has the protection of the Thunder God, and Kurotsuki has the protection of the Demon King… they both have the backing of gods and kings!”
“…well, that’s how it seems to be.”
Kurotsuki gave Kurashiki a stern look.
His eyes eloquently conveyed, “You also have a hidden protector, don’t you?”
And then there’s Amamori Yuto. He too undoubtedly possesses divine protection.
Without any evidence or reason, he just intuitively understood this.
Furthermore, there may be others who have falsely claimed their abilities. Considering that, Class C has at least four people with protection-type abilities.
(With a Class C like this… the other classes can’t possibly be evenly matched…)
The mysterious mastermind in Class A, and the monster Shinzaki Yasuhito ruling over Class B.
They each possess power equivalent to four people with protection abilities.
…Assuming that, it’s unavoidable to feel a sense of urgency.
“All the more reason not to let our guard down. We should consider that class with such blessings and Shinzaki-kun have equivalent power. …We must always act with the worst-case scenario in mind. Isn’t that right?”
“…No, you’re not wrong at all.”
Kurotsuki replied to Asahina’s words.
So far, Amamori Yuto has shown no signs of moving.
Since she has set up the Vigilante Group, yaen-the Night Banquet will surely be taking action as well. But with no word from him, Kurashiki and Kurotsuki can only do what they can as the Vigilante Group.
(…In other words)
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