Chapter-14 :The deal

Akira pov

"It must suck to be stuck with that do-gooder, Kanzaki. The next three years are gonna suck for you, kukuku.At least you have This Handsome guy with you" Ryuuen added fuel to the fire, helping my argument.

"Every single one of you is nuts. Why did I even have to come to this, just to see the lunatics who control their classes go on an ego trip."Kamuro replied

So, this is why Sakayanagi kept Masumi around. She was quite humorous.

"Quite now, Masumi, the grown-ups are talking."Sakayanagi Replied

Wow a loli talking about it is just ironic

Turning back to me she continued.

"I see you want an interesting school life. I can understand that. So why call us here?"Sakayanagi replied

Sakayanagi finally got the conversation back on track, stopping it from drifting for the third time.

"I have information on the midterm exams. One standard deviation above the average of the class's results will be given as Class Points."I said .

I had in fact paid Chie for this information. Why the school used such an obnoxious method of calculating points I didn't know or particularly care about, but what mattered was that it was true.

"Kukuku now that's interesting. So, not only is there a punishment for failure, there's a reward for passing."Ryuuen said

"Why tell them this." Kanzaki whispered me

, ever the suspicious man, making my life so much easier by being so.

"Because it's interesting if everyone knows. Now the results matter. Competition is a lot more fun."I whispered back to him

"You called us all the way over here just for that? This could have been said in a message." Masumi decided to complain again.

"Fufufu but isn't this a lot more fun, Masumi? All the true class leaders gathered in one place, sharing secrets and plans. It's enough to make the boring days here worth it." Sakayanagi really had a distain for the teaching of this school. In fact, it seemed the only thing that interested her was the class competition. Information worth remembering, I could use it at times.

A/n : Class-D is screaming am I a joke to you to arisu

"I also came to offer you all a deal. The questions on the midterms, for 100,000 private points each."I said .

I obtained them low but this is how you do business .

There it was. My true purpose of gathering everyone together. Originally, I had intended to keep the 200,000 points myself, but now this provided an even better opportunity.

"That's an absurd amount, Akira-san. You can't honestly think anyone here will agree to that, let alone trust what you say."He whispered to me wanting to advice me further

It seemed my reputation as a secret leaker wasn't enough for Kanzaki, which was the correct response to my outrageous offer. A response I had already planned for.

"This information was purchased from a teacher. I guarantee it's correct. Private points can be used for anything, right? Information is one of them."

"And why ask for such a large amount. How much did this information and the exam questions cost you?" Ryuuen had finally taken the situation seriously, the prospect of exchanging private points for virtually guaranteed more Class Points was a deal he was interested in.

"It cost me 150,000 private points. But just in case you still don't believe me I'm willing to back up my claim with 200,000 private points in the event that the tests aren't the same".I told them

" That should be reason enough for them to trust me."I told them

"Now, shall we sign a contract?"I told them

"Akira, as much as I trust you with this information, I don't see why you would honestly give it to us."kamuro asked me

"I would like to hear your pitch as well, Akira-kun. Convince me this is worth it." Sakayanagi voiced her support to Kamuro's opinion.

"Kukuku I want an explanation too. Why should I fork over so many points for less than 100 class points?"Ryuuen asked

It seemed they all wanted reasons. I guess I should oblige them. This was the part I had been most excited for. To force the class leaders to dance to my tune was an event worth remembering, even if it was only a small situation.

"All of you should have different reasons. Sakayanagi has no choice. If she doesn't purchase them now, I will go to Katsuragi next. Whoever provides the class with these takes a lead in your competition. To raise the class points and secure better results, will become the leading figure. Even though Sakayanagi will win out inevitably,"I said

she Blushed at my compliment, wow what a Maiden,She is smirking too

"it would be a large hindrance, especially so early on."She said

"Well put, Akira. It seems I have no choice but to purchase them now."She said with a smug smile

That laugh again. At least I had secured one of three. The hardest one was done. I had honestly expected Sakayanagi to put up more of a fight, however, she caved quite easily, probably recognizing the reasoning I gave.

"Kanzaki. You live in a fairy tale. But I'm sure even you can tell that at one mishap for your class everything will fall apart. Ichinose is too kind to take the hard road, and someone needs to do that. If you bring these to the class, you can take that role for yourself, and at least steer the class away from disaster."I told him

It was inevitable, and all the leaders here, even Kanzaki had recognized it.In a school of competition, Class B's attitude would be a hindrance, especially when greed came into play. A few losses and all cohesion would become non-existent.

"Fine. You have a point. I guess I agree to your terms. But I must warn you not to judge Ichinose too early .She is from our class after all . She's much shrewder than first appearances."Kanzaki tried to Defend Ichinose

It seemed I would need to re-evaluate Ichinose. This was impossible without contact, as I had exhausted everything.I will try later

"Kukuku interesting pitches. But why should I pay up?"He said showing his dominance

"It's simple Ryuuen. You don't have a choice."I told him Bluntly

"Care to explain, Akira?" Ryuuen had suddenly turned dead serious. I suppose what I said sounded like a threat, but really it was just the inevitable outcome of this situation.

"Fufufu it seems Ryuuen is in a corner from having too much fun and not paying attention."Sakayanagi said mocking ryuuen

"Gah, you all think too much for me, can you hurry up Sakayanagi" Masumi was apparently so bored she no longer cared to act obedient.

"It seems Sakayanagi understands. Three classes will have the test and answer sheet for the exam. They will get extra class points from studying it. You, in class C can't afford to turn them down. Especially for such a cheap price."I said with a confident tone

100,000 wasn't that many points for an entire class, really, especially one where most students would have nearly that many individually. I was only making an assumption, but all three of these leaders including me should have enough to pay up even on their own. Sakayanagi and Ryuuen probably took points from their classmates already anyway, giving them a large amount of points to use.

"Kukuku you are interesting Akira."Ryuuen exclaimed

It seemed my answer had amused him, his cheerful demeanor returning.

"I guess I'll sign your little contract."Ryueen said

After getting the agreement of all three leaders, I pulled out six copies of the contract I had written.

This contract stipulates that 100,000 points will be paid to this account, 0428371934, in the case that the provided exam question and answer papers are identical to those used in the next midterm exams. In the event that they are not, Akira Fukuhara of Class B will pay 200,000 points in return to the account below. The payment will be performed immediately after the presentation of each class's results in the said exam.

Account: _________

Signed:

____________ ____________

All three class leaders filled in their account numbers and signed the contracts, twice each, giving both me and them a copy to keep.

"A pleasure doing business with you, Akira I'll be looking forward to crushing you. That goes for you too as well."Ryuuen

With that kind remark, Ryuuen and Albert left, walking back towards the dorms. Albert was an interesting individual. He hadn't spoken a word the entire meeting and had done nothing to look intimidating. Why Ryuuen had brought him I had no idea.

"Fufufu this was fun. A pleasure, Akira-kun. I can't wait to see what fun you do next. Let's go Masumi."Sakyanagi said

And with that the crippled girl with the heart of a lion rose from her bench and slowly walked off, a bored Masumi following closely behind.

"Are you sure this is accurate, Akira.-san I'm aware the benefits of this deal that our class get are wholly on my side, but that makes me distrust it even more.What if our class gets demoted"Kanazaki said

Kanzaki was an intelligent individual. Even after being provided with a situation where he couldn't lose, he still hesitated. Caution was necessary, but this was in excess. Or perhaps...

"Good luck Kanzaki. I will be watching to see the results."I told him

I didn't care much for this exam. It wasn't important. The only thing that mattered now was Kanzaki and Sakayanagi cementing their places in class. That was my overall goal, and I had done everything I could to set that into motion.

Afterall how interesting a war would be without equally stronger enemies