This way, the identity of the favored person was almost revealed.
However, Amane chose not to alert the enemy, but instead pretended to have drawn a bad clue, casually stuffing the information slip into her pocket and turning to leave.
According to the school's arrangements, tomorrow was a rest day, so there was no need to attend the discussion meeting.
Everyone was looking forward to the rest day tomorrow, discussing how they would go out and play to relieve the pressure of the past few days, or how they would get good rest in their dorms.
Only Manabe stared at Karuizawa with ill intent, pondering how to get revenge on Karuizawa and regain her lost face.
But even if Amane didn't intervene, seeking revenge on Karuizawa was a troublesome matter; Manabe's side, including herself, only had four girls, and they would definitely be at a disadvantage if a conflict arose.
Moreover, let alone a conflict, even if they encountered two or three girls, they might not necessarily have the upper hand. Karuizawa always went out in groups with other girls, rarely having an opportunity to be alone. Even when there were fewer people, at least two would be by Karuizawa's side.
This left Manabe with no way to act. Tomorrow was a rest day; what if Karuizawa chose to rest in her dorm all day? Would she just have to give up?
Just as Manabe was disheartened, an unfamiliar account with no name added Manabe as a friend. Manabe originally intended to decline, but a message made her, as if by some strange impulse, choose to accept.
"You want to get revenge on Karuizawa, right? I can help you."
Chapter 310: The Fish Takes the Bait
"Who are you?"
Manabe sent the message vigilantly. Someone sending her a pillow just when she felt sleepy made the whole thing seem strange.
And they were even using an anonymous phone card. Wasn't that telling Manabe right from the start that his motives were impure?
"Are there other people around you right now?"
Facing Manabe's questioning, the other party gave a reply full of conspiracy.
Manabe took a deep breath to steel herself, then replied to the message.
"It's just me right now, but who are you? What do you want with me?"
What Manabe wanted to know most right now was who would be willing to help her at this moment.
She didn't believe in such a good thing as a pie falling from the sky, nor did she believe that someone would help her deal with Karuizawa Kei for free.
"First, regarding who I am, you don't need to pursue it. You should be very clear that it's impossible for me to reveal my specific identity. As for what I want with you, I believe you've already seen my message, haven't you? I can help you get revenge on Karuizawa Kei."
The other party's veiled words made Manabe feel distrustful, but she was also very interested in the bait that had been thrown out.
That's right, Manabe saw through it: the other party was using the promise of helping her get revenge as bait, wanting Manabe to do something.
The cost of revenge would undoubtedly be very high, but for the bullied Motofuji-san, Manabe gritted her teeth, intending to bite this poisonous bait.
"Why should I believe you?"
When he saw this sentence, he knew that Manabe had completely taken the bait. Those who didn't believe would naturally refuse to continue the conversation or even delete the friend.
And asking "Why should I believe you?" was actually telling the other party:
Give me a reason to convince me to believe you.
"I'm a member of Class D, someone with the same goal as you. I, who have been bullied by Karuizawa, hate that arrogant guy just as much as you do. If you don't believe me, you just need to report this account to the school, and even if it's anonymous, the owner's information can be found."
He didn't engage in further back-and-forth or probing with Manabe, directly using his ultimate move.
That's right, even anonymous accounts or sub-accounts could have their real information traced if reported to the school. In other words, by daring to send a message about wanting to get revenge on Karuizawa Kei, the other party was essentially handing over the evidence to Manabe.
After realizing this, Manabe's breathing gradually became a little hurried. She knew that the other party was telling the truth. Since the other party chose this time and took the risk of being reported by her to contact her... could it be that the person on the other side really had a way to help her deal with Karuizawa Kei?
"What should I do? I don't have enough people on my side."
Manabe decided to tell the other party some of the situation, using it to judge whether the other party's ability could truly help her.
At this point, Manabe no longer doubted that the other party's stance was consistent with hers; her only concern was the other party's ability.
Speaking of which, Karuizawa herself also played an indispensable role in this communication. If it weren't for her usual behavior, perhaps Manabe would still be highly wary of the stranger who sent the cooperation request.
But the other party only said that they had been bullied by Karuizawa, and Manabe felt a strong sense of identification, thus lowering her guard and ultimately being taken advantage of.
"On the lowest deck of the cruise ship, there's an electrical room that very few people usually enter. Moreover, the escape routes are locked. In other words, it's an enclosed space with only one escape method at the entrance, and the soundproofing is quite good. If I can get Karuizawa to go there, would you dare to teach her a lesson?"
Manabe, upon receiving the reply, was somewhat overjoyed. Could such a place truly exist?
Manabe replied to the message while running towards the elevator entrance, taking the elevator directly to the lowest deck, wanting to scout the location in advance.
Of course, while scouting, Manabe didn't forget to reply to the message.
"You mean you can get Karuizawa to come out by herself?"
Manabe arrived at the lowest deck and surveyed the scene, finding that it was largely consistent with what the other party had described.
But this place was so secluded; if they were to act, it would have to be at night to avoid suspicion. Would a girl really be willing to be invited to such a place for a meeting at night?
Manabe had doubts about this.
"No problem. The key now is whether you have the determination and courage."
After the other party gave an affirmative answer, Manabe, this time, had no smile on her face.
What kind of person could confidently invite a girl to talk in an electrical room at the bottom of a dark ship's hold, where there was no phone signal?
If she didn't know that Karuizawa's boyfriend, Hirata Yosuke, was still hospitalized, Manabe might have even thought she was chatting with Hirata Yosuke.
In her understanding, only a lover's identity could achieve this, right?
No... perhaps there was one other person.
But would she help herself like this?
Manabe fell into a dilemma.
The other party seemed to sense Manabe's hesitation and increased the pressure, informing Manabe that if she wanted to get revenge on Karuizawa, now was the best time. Once they stepped onto land and returned to school,
Manabe would face countless cameras all over the school, and even if she took Karuizawa to a closed room without cameras, it would arouse suspicion from others.
Most importantly, at school, interactions between students would be more frequent, and he wouldn't have such a good opportunity to invite Karuizawa to meet alone.
If they waited until Hirata recovered and returned to school, Manabe's plan would be completely ruined.
As for using the power of Class C to get revenge?
The other party listed several very realistic examples for Manabe.
Would Ryuuen help her bully Karuizawa?
Perhaps Ryuuen could do it, but Karuizawa had no strategic value that would warrant such a risk for Ryuuen.
Would the martial arts faction of Class C help Manabe bully Karuizawa? The answer was no, because Manabe couldn't command those people at all.
Could Manabe ask the girls or Shiina for help?
Leaving aside the fact that Shiina's personality would never agree to such a plan, with Amane present, Shiina would be even less likely to get involved in such matters.
As for the other girls... Manabe's prestige among the Class C girls was probably on par with Shinohara, not even half of Karuizawa's prestige in Class D.
In conclusion, why did she think she would have a chance to get revenge on Karuizawa after returning to school on land?
The only chance now was to act before the ship docked.
The inescapable ship would become Karuizawa's place of despair.
Manabe closed her eyes, looking at the messages pouring in.
After much deliberation, Manabe suddenly opened her eyes, her gaze filled with determination.
Her anger towards Karuizawa had overcome her reason.
She bit the bait.
"I agree to cooperate."
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