The everlasting summer sea, the wide blue sky, and the clear air. It's a sea paradise in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, but it's not that lukewarm, and Mashima-sensei from Class A gives a stern voice.
"Now, I would like to conduct the first special exam of the year."
The whole class was buzzing. That's understandable, because what was supposed to be a fun vacation was actually an exam.
"The period is one week and ends at noon on August 7th."
It's like a survival test, and it's a serious one. Food, choice, and bed. Looks like I'll have to do everything myself. This really bothers me too. I wonder if I can't move freely...
"You will need to secure everything by yourself, from a place to sleep to food and drinking water. During the exam, you will not be allowed to board the ship unless there is a valid reason. Each class will be provided with two tents, two flashlights, and a box of matches. In addition, each student will receive one set of toothbrushes, sunscreen, and unlimited sanitary products for female students.A request will be made to the homeroom teacher of each class. That's it.''
"Ha, ha!? Is this really desert island survival? I've never heard of such a thing! It's not a manga world! There's no way everyone can sleep in the first two tents! , What do you mean, being self-sufficient in food!?''
Ike yelled loudly enough for everyone present to hear. Well, suddenly you have to live a survival life. However, Mashima-sensei responded as if he was taken aback by that voice. "You just said you've never heard of it before, but that just means that the life you've led has been shallow. I probably explained it to you at the beginning.This is actually done in corporate training as well. If there is one."
"I-Isn't that special?"
"Don't do any more unseemly things. What Mashima-Sensei said is just a part of what he said. This is something that even well-known companies that everyone knows have adopted."
Chabashira-sensei dismisses Ike's words, but many students are not convinced.
"But, teacher, it's summer vacation right now, and the name of this event is supposed to be a trip.I don't think they would do something like this in a corporate training program,'' one student asked . That's one of the things that caught my attention.
Another thing that bothered me was that the supply of supplies was only half-hearted. It's good to be self-sufficient in food and not have unlimited access to sunscreen and sanitary products, but as Ike said, with two tents there isn't enough space for everyone to sleep. Corporate training cannot create such inequality.
"I see, it's understandable that you might be dissatisfied with that point.However, even though it's a special exam, you don't have to think too much about it.You guys are free to do whatever you want for this week. It would be nice to talk with friends around the campfire.The theme of this exam is ``freedom.''
"Huh? Eh, it's an exam and we're free? I'm starting to get a little confused..." The students begin to get confused.
"For this special test on a deserted island, we will first give 300 test-specific points to all classes. By using these points wisely, you will be able to survive this test. It has everything you can buy with points. Not only food and water, but also countless playthings and more."
"Does that mean I can buy whatever I want with those 300 points?"
"That's it"
"B-but since it's an exam, there must be something difficult about it…"
"No. There will be no negative impact on the second semester and beyond. I can guarantee you that."
Mashima-sensei says that there will be no negative impact, but I guess that means there will be a positive impact. Otherwise, there's no need to take the test…
"At the end of this special test, the points remaining in each class will be added to the class points, and will be reflected after the summer vacation."
Majima Sensei's words blew across the beach with the wind, sending dust flying up. At the same time, a shock runs through all the students. This is a test aimed specifically at plus. It is also different from anything I have experienced in the past; it is a test that tests not my academic ability or athletic ability, but also my patience and ability to adapt to the environment.
Moreover, since it is a plus-specific purpose, even if you defeat it for fun, your class points will not be negative, but the difference between you and other classes will widen and it will be difficult to improve your class.
"We will be distributing manuals now. If you lose them, they can be reissued, but points will be consumed, so please make sure to keep them. Also, classes with students who retired due to poor health or other reasons during the exam will receive 30 points. The absentee on this trip is in Class A. Therefore, Class A will start with 270 points.
With this, Mashima-sensei's talk ended, and the remaining students were instructed to receive an explanation from each class's homeroom teacher, and they began to gather in groups.
At that time, Ike will be 30,000 from next month! The girls are happy and are discussing what they should buy once they have the points, but Chabashira-sensei begins to explain as she is wary that it will not be that easy.
"From now on, we will distribute wristwatches to everyone.During the exam, you will not be allowed to remove this watch without permission.This watch is equipped with various functions, including not only the time, but also GPS function, body temperature, pulse rate, etc. In case of an emergency, there is a way to notify the school.In case of an emergency, don't hesitate to press that button.''
We're given watches, but the fact that they have GPS on them means things can go wrong depending on the situation, right?
"I don't think there will be any bears in an emergency situation…"
"Even if this is in the form of an exam, you won't be able to answer questions that will affect the results."
"I think it's okay. I'm sure the school is doing their best to eliminate danger. Maybe this watch is meant for our health management." Hirata says so, but this school is out of line. Difficult to judge.
"Can I go into the ocean with it on?"
"Don't worry, it's completely waterproof. In the unlikely event that it breaks down, the person in charge will immediately bring in a replacement."
After all, the preparations must have been lacking.
"Sensei, do you mean we have to do everything on our own unless we use the points?"
"That's right. It's not my place to think of solutions for this exam."
"It's okay. Just catch some fish and fruit, and sleep on some leaves. Even if you get sick, you'll manage."
"Unfortunately, Ike, your plan is off. The last page of the manual. Take a look at it.''
When everyone looked at the manual, there was a negative assessment item as a warning. According to that...
If a person becomes seriously unwell or suffers a serious injury and is deemed unable to continue, he or she will receive a minus 30 points and will be forced to retire.
If you discover an act that pollutes the environment, you will receive a minus 20 points.
Minus 5 points for each person who is late for the twice-daily roll call at 8:00 p.m.
In the end, if a class engages in violence, looting, or property damage against other classes, that class will be immediately disqualified and all private points will be confiscated.
All but the last three rules were created to avoid it becoming a simple test of patience.
"It's up to you to force yourself, but remember that if more people retire, your efforts will be in vain."
Well, if 10 people retire, you'll lose all 300 points, so you can't force them. .
"So, doesn't it mean that you can't help but spend a certain amount of points?"
"I'm against a fighting style that compromises from the beginning. You should hold out until you can."
"But if you get sick, you're in trouble."
"Don't say that. The test is all about patience, right?'' Opinions were immediately divided. That's quite troublesome. Girls who become like this will become selfish.
"Teacher, please answer if possible. If a student retires after using up all 300 points, what will happen to the minus points?'' Horikita raises her hand and asks .
"In that case, the number of retirees will only increase. Points will not be negative.''
Mashima sensei said that there would be no negative impact, but I think she meant that there would be no negative impact. However, if she takes it seriously and spits out all the points, the gap between her and other classes will widen after the summer vacation, and it will only have a negative effect. In that respect, it can be said that the D class has the least impact.
"May I ask? Where is roll call held?"
"The homeroom teacher of your class is supposed to set up a base near the base camp of your class.Once the base camp has been decided, please report. Roll call will be held there.Also, once the base camp has been decided, the base camp cannot be changed without a valid reason. Please be careful as you cannot change the location."
In that case, a place that is not exposed to direct sunlight is best. It would be a shame if I retired due to sunstroke.
"Hey, Sensei, I'm sorry to say this, but where's the bathroom? I drank some juice earlier and couldn't hold back anymore."
"Toilet? I'll explain now. The toilet is unisex, and each class is provided with one. Use this.'' Chabashira-Sensei said and showed a cardboard box. Huh...seriously? Isn't that what you use in times of disaster?
"Oh, are you using cardboard like that!?"
"Even though it's made of cardboard, this is an excellent product.''
Chabashira-sensei smoothly assembles the toilet and begins to explain, but most of my classmates, especially the girls, have expressions of rejection on their faces.
"M-no way! Absolutely impossible!"
"Let's just stick to the toilet, Shinohara."
"It doesn't matter to boys. There's no way we're going to use a cardboard toilet! ."
"Also, I will explain the additional rules from now on."
"Eh, well, is there anything else…?"
"Soon you will be given time to freely move around this island, but there are places called spots in various parts of the island. There is a right to occupy them, and only the class that has occupied them can own those spots. The right to use is granted. However, the right of possession is only valid for 8 hours, and the right is reset every time. This means that other classes have a chance to occupy the property each time. 1 bonus point will be given to you. However, please note that this point cannot be used during the exam. The bonus points will be added at the end of the exam."
"Oh, isn't that really important! It even gives you points! Let's get them all!" According to the manual, there seems to be a special device near the spot.
According to that... a special key card is required to occupy a spot.
-Earn 1 point for each occupancy. The occupied spot can be used freely
- If you use a spot occupied by another class without permission, you will receive a 50 point penalty.
- Only the leader has the right to use the key card.
- The leader cannot be changed without a valid reason.
Furthermore, at the roll call on the final day, you will be given the right to guess the leader of each class, and you will receive 50 points for each guess of the leader of another class. On the other hand, if you are guessed by another class or if you miss, you will lose 50 points and any bonus points you had up to that point will be taken away.This is a rule that reveals the school's personality.
"Make sure to choose one leader. If you don't try to force yourself to occupy the spot, you won't be able to find out. Once you have decided on a leader, please let me know. At that time, I will give you a key card with the leader's name written on it. Also, if it is not decided by today's roll call, I will decide on my own.That's it.''
Does the fact that the leader's name is engraved mean that no one can spy on it?
"We'll decide later who will be the leader. First, we have to decide where we'll set up our base camp. We have to decide whether to stay on the beach or go into the forest and find a place."
Well, maybe I should fake my illness and retire?
For now, we put off whether or not to buy a toilet until later, and we, the D-class, head into the forest with our supplies.
After walking for a while, we came to a place that looked like a plaza and stopped.
"Here, I don't have to worry about anyone overhearing me."
"Hey, Hirata. Shouldn't we start exploring spots too?"
"I think so too. But first, I think the problem with the toilet should come first."
"In that case, I guess you just have to make do with what you're provided with.''
"I thought about it while walking, but in conclusion, I think you should buy a toilet.''
A bit different from before, with a slightly different tone. I could hear Hirata's strong tone.
"Don't make decisions arbitrarily. There would have been some opposing opinions."
"Installing a toilet is a necessary expense. Do you really think you can handle a class of over 30 people with just one portable toilet?"
"In the worst case scenario, it's not impossible that you'll have to wait for more than an hour to use the restroom. It's not realistic if you ask me."
"That's an unrealistic assumption. Even if each person had three minutes to spend, it's unlikely that more than 20 people would line up. The school thought it was realistic, so they only provided one."
"I don't think so. One portable toilet is unreasonable. I think this is probably a sign from the school that the point is to use it more efficiently. In fact, there is a shortage of tents."
Of course, there are hygiene issues, and if you retire, you'll lose 30 points, so I think you should cut it short.
"Next, as your opinion was expressed earlier, I think we should explore the base camp as well.It will also affect the consumption of points.Is there anyone who wants to do it?'' Hirata volunteered, so I raised my hand. because I want to quickly get out of this discussion
As a result of recruiting volunteers for exploration, only a few people, including me, raised their hands.
"Well, if it's okay with me, I'll go.''
The moment Kushida raised her hand, the boys raised their hands one after another. Probably about half of them were aiming for Kushida.
As a result of being divided into teams, I ended up with a male student named Akito Miyake.
"Okay then, let's go."
"No, don't leave me behind!? Do you have any idea in the first place?"
"Of course."
Miyake asks, slightly surprised, so I nod. Actually, I have a few ideas about the spot.
Miyake and I move quickly through the forest. The destination is in the direction of the cave. Most places like this have something like that...
"....Gotcha"
"A hut in a place like that? Well, it's suspicious that there's a hut in a place like that. But, Horagasaki, how did you know about this place?"
Miyake asks strangely, but there's no reason to hide it, so I answer.
Jin-kun Sensor is a radar that allows Jin Horagasaki to react intuitively.
「...?」
Yes, sorry. Miyake is also frowning as if he doesn't understand.
"Um...to be honest, I was just walking around thinking there were a lot of places like this.''
"...I see."
Was Miyake convinced? I nod.
"Well, I'd rather go quickly."
While saying that, I proceed to the spot. Then, when I opened the door, something strange happened... There was a terminal device with a monitor in the center of the room. Perhaps you can own the spot by holding your key card over it.
"As expected of Horagasaki, this is definitely it."
"Definitely this."
Miyake and I found the terminal device and high-fived it by moving only our hands while looking directly in front of it.
"For the time being, I can't occupy this spot because I don't have a key card, but...look, I have a sickle or something. Would you like me to take this with you?"
"Oh, let's go."
After getting approval from Miyake, we grabbed our tools and left the place. Then, as I try to return to the meeting place, I see two students going into a cave a little further away, but I can tell from the fact that they are not students from my class that they are aiming for the spot. It's a student from another class.
I made a quick decision and stopped Miyake, who was about to move, with my hand, and spoke to him.
"Miyake, can you hide without making a noise?"
"What happened all of a sudden?"
"Look....that."
Miyake is convinced when he explains why the duo enters the cave.
"I see. So this is our chance to find out the leader right away."
Miyake gives me a strong nod. Well, it was very good and helpful.
".....here!"
With that, Miyake and I hid in the bushes.
After observing the cave for a while, the two people from earlier come out and stay there. They were probably on guard to see if there were any witnesses.
"Ah, we have a spot, Katsuragi-san. We'll occupy it right away."
I can hear someone's voice, but judging from the content, the leader is probably the friend who made Saitama look like a bastard, but I don't know the name of that friend...
"Check your surroundings. There might be someone listening."
"Yes, sorry."
I understand who Katsuragi is. It's probably something similar to Saitama. The two passed by, so I signaled to Miyake.
"Enough"
"Huh... it's quite narrow, the bushes."
That's what I thought too, I wonder...It seems like me and Miyake will get along well.
"Oh, isn't it a rich boy and a Miyake boy? What a strange coincidence."
That voice comes from above. There's only one person I know who calls us boys. When I looked up, I saw Rokusuke Koenji, the top weirdo in his class, coming down from the tree deftly like Tarzan. You're amazing....
"Koenji, what are you doing? What about Ayanokoji and the others?"
"They're still scouting. I'm not feeling well, so I'm heading to Teacher to report my retirement."
No, wait, what are you talking about? Are you going to lose 30 points? Well, this guy definitely won't care.
"I see...then we'll take it easy on the boat."
"No, aren't you going to stop it!?"
"No, Miyake-kun. Unfortunately, it's impossible to say that to this guy."
he said this as if he was taken aback, but Miyake also looked as if he had guessed something and said,
"Come to think of it, that's right.''
"That's right. I'm a free man who isn't ordered or constrained by anyone."
I'm a bit dissatisfied with Koenji, who flips his hair back and has a smug look on his face, but let's just say it's okay.
"Then please excuse me. If you don't mind, would you all like to retire together?"
"...No, if I do that, I'll lose my position."
"That's me too."
When Koenji heard Miyake and I's responses, he laughed loudly and left.
After finishing our work, we decided to return to the D-class base camp.
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