We finished the birthday party, I feel liberated saying this, I never thought I would experiment, we are on the second day after the island test.
I'm on my way to one of the luxury restaurants on this cruise, I don't know why those two thought of having a meeting there, maybe it's because it's not crowded, because it's inaccessible to students.
I'm about to meet up with Horikita and Yousuke , it seems like they're hoping to talk about some unfinished business. After the stupor of victory has passed, it's time to focus on the road ahead.
I arrived at the restaurant, has an elegant air, in truth in normal situations i would never think of setting foot in this place. But my stinginess was diminished by my large amount of money, or perhaps I lost the value of money. I have to pick up old habits again.
They are both sitting at a table, Yousuke when he sees that I have arrived, he raises his arm to greet me. Horikita Just look out of the corner of her eye as I sit at the table, we are sitting across from each other.
Yousuke : How do you feel? I heard you were pretty beat up and fatigued.
Hachiman : I'm better, thank you, these days of rest were very good for me.
Horikita : You still look terrible to me.
Hachiman : Thank you Horikita -san, this is my usual face.
Horikita : What a shame.
This woman lives especially to destroy me emotionally.
Hachiman : I guess we came to talk about some matters. It's strange that Kikyo is not here.
Yousuke : Right. She needed to meet up with some friends, so she sends her apology.
It's terrible to be so popular.
As expected, there are several points that were left pending.
Horikita : Now that we're so close to Class A, they'll most likely get defensive.
Yousuke : Besides class D, who must surely also be frustrated why their plan was sabotaged.
Hachiman : Yes, right now we are the number one target.
Yousuke : What will we do in that case?
Hachiman : It is better to do nothing, since we are in the spotlight we will be watched.
Horikita : So we will be watched. Furthermore, I have quite a few doubts about how we won in this exam.
I guess Kiyotaka didn't do his job this time.
Hachiman : Basically the rule said that you couldn't change the leader without a compelling reason, I think was in bad shape, so I think that's reason enough. That's why I was crazy about claiming points, there being two reasons, the first is obviously for the points and the second is so that my health deteriorates enough to withdraw.
Yousuke : From the beginning you knew that Ibuki -san was a spy, right?
Hachiman : Exactly, but that only worked more in my favor. Being the one who stood out the most due to my absence, I became her target. In this way Ryuuen could be fooled.
Horikita : And what about the fight with the guy from that class?
Hachiman : Honestly, it took me by surprise too. But it also worked in my favor, besides fatigue let's increase the blows, although of course I wanted to keep Matsushita-san away from that guy. Any other question?
They both remain silent. His expressions are complex.
Horikita : You are... a big Idiot, no, calling you an idiot is an insult to all the idiots in the world, how can you think of doing something so reckless and dangerous. Just thinking about it makes me want to hit you.
Hachiman : I had to do it.
I was sure they would refuse completely. That's why I didn't tell them.
Horikita : And there you go again, your neurons have completely disappeared, now you're just a primate without fur. I thought you were smart, but it seems you made a deal with the devil for a few moments of intelligence.
Their insults and comparisons get louder and louder. My gaze falls on Yousuke's face in search of salvation.
Yousuke : I agree with Horikita -san, right now I'm holding on so I don't have to hit you hard on the head.
And there goes my last hope.
Hachiman : I get it, I get it I was very reckless. I'm sorry.
Horikita : Those apologies don't sound sincere.
Hey.
Yousuke : *sigh* you know Hachiman-kun , you don't know the depth of your actions.
It's something normal for me, if you compare it to some things that happened to me, I think this would just be child's play.
Yousuke : If to win we have to put a teammate's health at stake I would prefer to lose. We were all very worried when you left without anyone. It was selfish and very foolish. I think I'll stop here otherwise I feel like I might pounce on you.
These two, when did they become so naive?
Haaaaa , I don't want to argue anymore, I'll lower my head for this once.
I remain silent accepting my defeat, it is two against one after all.
Horikita : I'm getting headaches, now what do we do about the situation?
Hachiman : mmmmmmmm, what do you think is the best solution?
With his hand on his chin he thinks carefully.
Horikita : We have already said that we are the center of attention, class A and D will go after our heads, while class C we have an alliance, at least I am sure that there will be no aggression. I think we should dethrone class A as quickly as possible before they start Allying with class D.
It would be problematic for them to join together like we did, but I doubt it due to the internal situation of class A.
Hachiman : Right, in the next special exam we will move to class A.
Seriousness covers both. They know why, when I retire the class will be in the hands of the three of us.
Yousuke : You must be thinking that it won't have anything to do with you anymore.
My thoughts are filtered again.
Hachiman : Don't state the obvious, after all the ones who will face the classes after we ascend are you. While I will enjoy a quiet school life.
Horikita : You're the worst.
Hachiman : Thank you, I always try to be myself. What will they do with the observers?
There are several people watching us from a distance, they are far enough away to hear our conversation. They must already suspect that I am the mastermind behind the promotion. Still they need conclusive evidence. It is obvious that I will now be closely pursued.
Yousuke : Don't worry, we've got you covered.
Wow, it seems like they don't need any help, I'm glad they're starting to move on without me.
Horikita : I think it's about time.
Time for what?
Doubts form in my brain, until a waiter arrives with several special dishes, from prawns and octopus, it is a quite luxurious dresser.
This is embarrassing, now I'll have to fight my social anxiety to tell the waiter that we didn't order this.
He leaves before I could say anything to him. Damn it.
Hachiman : Hey guys, should we call the waiter again?
Yousuke tilts his head slightly.
Yousuke : Huh? But our order is this.
I-I see, I made guesses before I had the answer, I didn't expect these two to order something so expensive, not to be presumptuous, but I think I would be the only one who could afford this luxury, after all this meal would cost around 100000 points.
Yousuke : Also, it is to celebrate a special date
I lost something?
Yousuke : *sigh* don't tell me you don't know.
Hachiman : Should I know?
Yousuke : Of course, it's your birthday after all.
I understand, since my birthday………..
Wait, my birthday?! Is all this ready for me?!
Hachiman : How did you know it was my birthday?!
Yousuke : Your information is with the contact, so there wasn't that much of a problem.
Of course.
Looks like I have to start remembering quite a few birthdays.
The only existing birthday for me was Komachi 's. So I'm not used to remembering other dates. I guess friendships come with other responsibilities.
Hachiman : Guys, I really appreciate it. But isn't it something very expensive?
Yousuke : In fact, Horikita -san was the one who gave the idea. And we decided to split the bill in half.
Horikita : wa……Wait, Hirata-kun ! What are you saying?!
Something I never thought could happen is happening, of all people, Horikita is celebrating my birthday.
Hachiman : What is that like?
Yousuke : Yes, I was lost for what to give you, that's when she appeared with her idea.
Horikita : Hirata-kun , silence!
Horikita has red cheeks, a notable sign that she is embarrassed.
Ohhhhhh , it's Tsundere.
It's very nice to see her this way, a side that I didn't know about her is showing itself to me.
Yousuke felt threatened, so he better stay silent, but the damage has already been done. Her murderous gaze is staring at him mercilessly. Then she turns to me, and says.
Horikita : Nor! A! Word!
I don't want him to lunge at me and stab me with a fork so I don't say anything.
But, Tsk Tsk , Tsunderkita attacks again, this pair of brothers are too much work, it is too difficult for them to express their feelings. She prayed for that devil who has to join the family of those two.
Although I said I was going to stay silent, I wanted to say something, it's the same thing I said to the group yesterday Hikigaya.
Hachiman : Thank you.
She looked at them intently, I don't know if I made a strange expression, because they are looking at me with their eyes open.
It's too exaggerated, I know I'm not the type of person who hears them say a real thank you, even though they're so surprised hurts me a little.
Hachiman : What's wrong?
Horikita : N-nothing.
Yousuke : Y-yes, Nothing, it's better to eat before the food gets cold.
Hachiman : It's true.
We started eating all the dishes. I see, so it will look like they are celebrating something, instead of a strategic meeting, overthink the situation. Well, it doesn't matter anymore, I have to enjoy this food, I know it's very good, even so the flavors are delicious.
My chest is feeling lighter.