Horikita Manabu is going to resign from the position of student council president?
This timing was quite clever, making one feel there was something fishy, but for Horikita Manabu, perhaps he was just tired and intended to step down and let a worthy successor take over.
He wanted to properly enjoy the rest of his school life.
"Resigning at this time is not a good move, President Horikita."
Amane mentioned it nonchalantly. Although she and Nagumo had already started to have conflicts, those were all power struggles unfolding in the shadows.
Usually, what was presented to everyone was still the image of the diligent and responsible Vice President Nagumo, who actively handled student affairs and strictly dealt with bullying, being excellent and perfect, along with his loyal henchmen.
Click.
Amane opened the tab, took a few big gulps of the drink, and then placed another can beside Horikita.
"I also tried to persuade my brother, but he said that a maintainer should pave the way for a pioneer, and that even sacrificing himself is a matter of course. He said that although he maintains a skeptical attitude toward Nagumo's methods, there is no doubt that Nagumo is doing an excellent job, and it wouldn't be right for him to cling to this position, or something like that…"
Horikita lay on the desk, seemingly dissatisfied with Horikita Manabu taking on such responsibilities, and even more so, she did not agree that Nagumo was an excellent existence surpassing her brother, Horikita Manabu.
However, at present, Nagumo, supported by Amane and Sakayanagi, had practically emptied the Student Council of power; there was no point for Horikita Manabu to stay in that position anymore.
Simply exiting the game was not a bad move. If Nagumo Miyabi performed poorly, perhaps people would miss the Student Council led by Horikita Manabu, thereby enhancing Horikita Manabu's personal evaluation.
But regardless, this was not something Horikita Suzune could influence.
"Alright, President Horikita must have his own ideas. Cheer up. We gained a lot of class points this time and closed the gap with Class A in one go. If you, Suzune, can lead everyone further, maybe you can prove your strength to President Horikita before he graduates."
Horikita Suzune's eyes lit up upon hearing Amane's words.
"That's right, how could I have overlooked the most important thing? Although it feels like something is missing without my brother in the Student Council, we still have to keep working hard. There is still half a year left until my brother graduates; as long as we are lucky enough, we will definitely be able to promote to Class A!"
Horikita hugged Amane, sniffed gently with her nose, and then slowly pushed Amane away.
"Amane, did you meet anyone else this afternoon besides going to play soccer?"
Oh no!
Amane immediately realized that Horikita had discovered something unusual. However, she had only used her lap as a pillow for a short while; how did Horikita figure it out? Was she really sniffing with her nose? That was a bit too ridiculous.
"No. I came back right after playing soccer. Oh, right, I met Matsushita-san. She said she was going to buy a birthday gift for Inogashira-san and asked for my opinion. I said I was planning to prepare a big cake for Inogashira-san. Suzune, do you want to come to Inogashira-san's birthday party together?"
Amane happily used her hands to gesture the shape of a three-tier big cake.
Wait, is a three-tier cake enough? If a lot of people go, wouldn't it be the most awkward situation if there isn't enough cake to go around? Besides, Amane could devour one tier all by herself; it seems she needs to prepare more.
"Inogashira-san? A cake made by your own hands—given your standards, the specifications are already high enough for her. As for attending the birthday party… Amane, you know I don't like such occasions. I will choose a gift for her, and then could I trouble you to pass it to Inogashira-san for me?"
Horikita was originally quite interested in Amane's suggestion, but as soon as she thought about how Inogashira was previously a member of Kushida's little group, she realized that if she went to the birthday party, there was a high probability she would run into Kushida.
She had nothing to say to Kushida, and seeing her would just be awkward, so it was better not to see her. More importantly, Horikita felt disgusted by Kushida concealing the private organization of selling poker card numbers during the VIP Exam.
Although Amane and Ayanokoji had explained it to her afterward, Kushida's ability to mobilize everyone without consulting her opinion made Horikita feel displeased, so she consequently developed a sense of rejection toward Inogashira's birthday party as well.
"Alright then… but if you don't go, Suzune, don't you think it's a bit of a pity?"
Amane picked up the donut on the table and brought it to Horikita's lips.
Horikita took a bite and chewed it carefully, while her brain quickly analyzed the meaning behind Amane's words.
A pity… it does seem like a pity, because Horikita's status as a leader was a sudden handover, designated by Hirata himself after he was injured.
But this did not mean that others were convinced by Horikita. This could be seen from the VIP Exam; Kushida's reputation was greater than Horikita's. If she couldn't establish prestige in time, perhaps even she would be replaced by Kushida.
At this birthday party, Horikita could completely engage in further communication with those present, breaking the image of being aloof in everyone's minds. In that case, maybe she would have more supporters.
But doing so wouldn't quite fit Horikita's personality.
"It does seem like a pity, but I really just don't get along with Kushida; there's nothing to be done about that."
Horikita opened the drink, took a few small sips, and then started reading.
In order not to disturb Horikita, Amane planned to crawl into her futon nest to play some games after finishing the donut.
"I haven't grinded in so many days; I wonder if my progress has fallen too far behind… Eh?"
Amane's exclamation attracted Horikita's attention.
"Did the game release a new event? Or did you not wipe your hands again and get food crumbs on the blanket?"
Horikita asked without looking up.
"It seems like President Horikita wants to meet with me."
"Brother wants to meet you? How is that possible? No, wait… why is he meeting with you?"
Horikita Suzune hurriedly ran over and took the phone from Amane's hand. There was indeed a message from Horikita Manabu, hoping that Amane could go to the Student Council office before 5:30 PM this afternoon.
"Suzune, why is your reaction so big? I am the chairperson of the public morals committee of the Student Council. If President Horikita wants to resign, maybe he needs to talk to me about handover work or something like that."
"But I asked my brother to meet, and he refused…"
Horikita bit her lip, feeling unwilling.
In her brother's eyes, is Amane's importance even far greater than hers?
Brother is really… biased.
Chu~
Just as Horikita Suzune was complaining in her heart about Horikita Manabu being biased, she suddenly felt something soft touch her.
When she came back to her senses, Amane's face had already appeared before her eyes.
"Don't launch sneak attacks so suddenly. Since you are going to the Student Council office, Amane, you had better wear the school uniform. Only then can you enter the office building. If Brother says anything excessive… I hope you don't get into an argument."
Horikita Suzune couldn't help but feel conflicted at the thought that Amane and Horikita Manabu might clash.
"Hahahaha, what's wrong with you, Suzune? Why do you look so distraught? You won't be able to lead everyone in Class D like this, you know. President Horikita wouldn't do anything stupid. I have a hunch that maybe what he wants to talk about has something to do with you, Suzune."
Amane's confident expression made Horikita waver.
"What could it have to do with me? Brother, he… sigh."
"idiot Suzune, maybe President Horikita is looking for me to say something about entrusting you to me. After all, there aren't many people as reliable as me."
Amane puffed out her chest proudly.
Horikita just wanted to smile and tease Amane a couple of times, but her gaze was drawn by the confidence radiating from Amane's whole body.
Perhaps Amane really thought so.
Horikita, who had originally thought Amane was just clowning around, couldn't help but become serious.
"Amane, in some aspects, you do indeed give people a feeling of reliability, but well… in terms of common sense, you are like a complete and utter idiot. I even suspect that if you were walking on the road, someone could kidnap you with a piece of mousse cake."
After nearly half a year of getting along, she had a deeper understanding of Amane. When Amane was serious, she was both handsome and powerful, but in everyday life, Amane was like a child who loved to throw little temper tantrums.
"Mousse cake? Where is there a mousse cake?"
"Sigh, get dressed and hurry up. Your brother might already be waiting for you. If he's really being unreasonable... it's fine if you give him a good beating!"
After helping Amane get dressed, Horikita hesitated for a long time before saying those words.
"Roger that! I'm heading out now."
"Mm-hmm."
Horikita waved her hand, but saw that Amane was standing still, staring at her with wide, expectant eyes.
"Pfft."
Horikita chuckled and stood on her tiptoes, lightly pecking Amane on the cheek.
"Stay safe. Remember to turn on the recording on your phone, and call me if anything happens."
"Understood~ Mua~ I'm off!"
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