A Duel I Cannot Refuse

While buying the game and browsing through different categories, Roxy and Akane intercept him.

"Hey, I have a proposal," says Roxy with a teasing tone.

"I challenge you to a duel. Whoever reaches the highest level in one month will have to do whatever the other person says."

"Eh? What are you expecting?" Iwase responds.

"Iwase, you can't refuse. Plus, if you don't accept, I'll tell the whole class that you're a pervert..."

"What?! Wait, it was just a misunderstanding!"

Roxy sticks her tongue out with a mischievous grin, and at that moment, Akane and Ren approach.

"Hey, I heard the challenge. I'm joining too," Akane says. "I also want to participate. Let's see who's the best."

"But I haven't even accepted yet."

"Come on, Iwase, don't be boring."

"Coming from the guy who made the teacher misunderstand everything..."

"Hey, that was just an accident..."

With a shout, Roxy jumps in.

"Then it's decided! Whoever reaches the highest level in one month will be the winner. But remember, no one can know that I like video games at school. Iwase, if you say anything, I'll kill you with a stare, like a demon," she glares at Iwase.

"F-Fine, I won't say anything."

With a sly escape, he says, "Well, I've got things to do, see you later in class," cancels the game, and runs off.

"Damn, what kind of mess did I get into..."