The Genius Within The Shadows |Classroom Of The Elite Fanfiction|

Chapter 36 - [Unrequited Trust]

But as much as I wish it was, that wasn't the end

Because unlike me who knew the truth, the rest didn't.

So I can't just say that Matsushita-san isn't the traitor without proof. And it's not like I can tell them the truth anyway

—That Kushida-san was the traitor all along

That would do more harm than good

"..." This is hard...

I need to balance everything. In the best case, atleast put this chaos into stalemate

With a sigh, I spoke once again

"We're up against Ryueen-kun, and you're just letting him get to your heads if this situation continues... But" I shifted my gaze to the brown haired girl

"Matsushita-san, you as well don't have proof to properly deny their accusations, so please be understanding of their action."

"..." She looked at me, then to the raging students of Class D. Eventually letting out a Sigh "fine"

"Thank you" genuinely, for making this a little bit easier "now, I understand your anger. After all, who ever the traitor is, dealt massive damage to our Class. But don't let it blind you"

I spoke to them, trying to understand the situation in their shoes. Fortunately, they recognize my argument to be right, finally settling down.

Homeroom was about to start, and sensei was about to arrive.

In the akward atmosphere of the Class, I gazed at the empty seat once more.

Shaking my head, I fell into deep thought

° ° °

In a dimly lit room,a boy sat leisurely on his bed while wearing a school uniform

Class Already started, so attending was never his plan.

On his hand was his phone. His eyes boredly surfing through the text in the forum about the betrayal of a Class D girl.

"Hmm... So this is the move he played"
He spoke, his monotone voice echoing throughout the empty room 

Ryuuen knew of the possibility that Ayanokouji ordered Kushida to betray Class D. But instead, he used the title of the traitor to smoke out the girl who planted the bug in his Classroom

This was smart, as they would not only stress the targeted girl, but also deal a massive psychological damage to the enemy class without them losing face.

And even if they did lose face, branded a liar, Ryuuen is the last person to care.

This action made Ayankōji fairly surprised, but it didn't last for long

"If this is your move... Then everything should be over tonight, right?"

His conclusion came the moment he recognized Ryueen's movement. Reading the opponents next course of action with ease

"Too bad Ryuuen, seems like you're just as predictable as everyone else...haahhh"

A disappointed sigh escaped the boy's lips

Shifting his thoughts to the girl in the center of attention right now. A thought flashed in his mind.

She, Matsushita, was someone he would genuinely call a friend.

But unfortunately, the word genuine wasn't something even he understands

She's the one closest to him in this moment in time. Perhaps even just second to her