After lunch, Kanda Shuichi returned to the library, took the book from Shiina Hiyori, and started reading again, finishing it in one go.
Closing the book, Kanda Shuichi let out a long breath.
I see, no wonder it's called "sacrifice," it means sacrificing oneself for the one you love.
Ishigami Tetsuya, incredibly smart, yet incredibly foolish, but still admirable.
After the final mystery was revealed, Kanda Shuichi felt a chill down his spine and a deep sense of shock.
Ishigami Tetsuya had calculated almost all the variables, but he overlooked the human heart. Love can make people lose their reason, which is why he ultimately failed.
At this moment, Kanda Shuichi even wondered what would happen if this guy came to this school. If it were him, even the useless D class wouldn't be able to hold him back.
"What a terrifying guy."
"Terrifying? Kanda, are you talking about Ishigami?"
You're still here, Shiina.
"Ah, I can't imagine sacrificing myself for others. At least, I wouldn't do it."
Humans are selfish. At least for Kanda Shuichi right now, there's no one or thing worth sacrificing himself for.
For friends, he'll help when he can, but if it means giving his life, please forgive him! He'll avoid getting to that point.
Of course, since he doesn't have the resolve to sacrifice his life for friends, he won't ask others to do it for him.
But in this school, there shouldn't be any life-threatening situations, right?
"But I think Ishigami is very kind."
What kind of kindness?
Girl, isn't your view a bit strange?
If it were Kanda, they've been neighbors for so long and like each other, he'd definitely investigate, know the other's troubles, and solve them before any murder happens.
Love, you have to say it out loud!
If you don't say it, how will the other person know?
"Uh, let's not talk about this. Your Class C seems to have been unified recently."
"Oh, you're talking about Ryuen. He's really impressive. After hearing that the midterm exams could cause people to fail, he immediately organized study sessions."
Ryuen... who?
But to unify Class C and react quickly in a crisis, this guy has some skills. Thanks to him, Class C still has 490 class points, much better than Class D.
"Speaking of which, your classmate Hirata also acted quickly. He made a plan the same day he got the news."
"Ah, yes, Hirata is indeed impressive."
While answering Shiina, Kanda Shuichi found Kushida Kikyo's contact and asked if she knew about Class C's Ryuen.
Kushida Kikyo didn't disappoint and immediately sent over Ryuen's basic information, even including a photo.
When Kanda Shuichi opened the message and saw the photo, he was stunned.
Isn't this the guy he saw at the club's welcome party? Just by looking at his face, he felt uneasy. If this guy encounters problems, he'll definitely use violence to solve them, right?
And what's with the black guy behind him? If they fight, Miyake definitely won't win, right? Is this still a classroom of the elite? This is a classroom of brute force, right?
In just a few minutes, Kanda Shuichi's face was full of question marks.
Sigh, forget it. Brute force is also a kind of strength. There's no reason to stop people from using it.
But that thing is a double-edged sword, hurting others and oneself. If used well, it might become Kanda Shuichi's weapon.
Damn, can the system give something to increase combat power, like super gloves or a superhero ring?
After talking with Shiina Hiyori about their thoughts on the book, Kanda Shuichi got up to leave.
Today is Saturday. Because of the study sessions last week, he hadn't cooked, and his craving for meat was strong.
While waiting for the meat to stew, Kanda Shuichi picked up something he bought while getting ingredients.
"Hyouka"
This is a mystery novel that once won the Kadokawa School Novel Award, written by Honobu Yonezawa, and is a youth mystery literature.
Just as Kanda Shuichi was about to open the first chapter, there was a knock on his door.
Hearing the knock, Kanda Shuichi shivered, and the book in his hand fell to the floor.
Although the two people who visited before didn't gain any advantage from Kanda Shuichi, Kanda Shuichi still felt a sense of panic about being blocked at the door.
Picking up the book on the ground, Kanda Shuichi didn't answer immediately but walked to the door and looked outside through the peephole.
What? It's Ayanokouji Kiyotaka, scared me.
Wait?
Ayanokouji Kiyotaka?
I remember this guy seems to be very strong.
Taking out his phone, he opened the contacts and found Miyake.
[Akito, come for dinner, I made braised pork today.]
[OK, I'll change clothes and be right there.]
Seeing Miyake's reply, Kanda Shuichi breathed a sigh of relief. If possible, he would still avoid being alone with Ayanokouji for now.
Don't be fooled by the fact that they got along well when Chabashira-sensei called them out before, Kanda Shuichi never forgot that this guy is a monster inside.
Then, less than a minute later, Kanda received a new message.
[Hey, are you not in your room? I want to discuss something with you.] by Ayanokouji Kiyotaka.
[Sorry, I'm in the bathroom, please wait a moment.]
After saying that, Kanda Shuichi ran to the bathroom, pressed the flush button, and as the sound of the toilet flushing rang out, Kanda Shuichi quickly flipped through a few pages of the book in his hand, deliberately making some inconspicuous marks.
After waiting for a few more seconds, estimating that Miyake was almost there, Kanda Shuichi walked out of the bathroom and opened the door, seeing Miyake standing at the door with Ayanokouji.
"You called me to eat while you were in the bathroom?"
Miyake's expression was speechless.
Kanda Shuichi was also speechless, what could I do, Ayanokouji may look harmless, but if he suddenly attacks, I can't handle it.
"Ahem, don't mind the details, what does Ayanokouji want to talk to me about?"
Ayanokouji, watching the interaction between Miyake and Kanda, showed an envious expression, this is what friends are like.
"Actually, it's about Horikita."
Ayanokouji's words made Miyake pause, then he looked suspiciously at Kanda Shuichi.
You actually have time to flirt behind my back?
Kanda Shuichi's eyebrow twitched slightly, then he stepped aside and invited the two in.
Fortunately, I made more food this time, but these were originally prepared for tomorrow's lunch, damn it, you two better pay me!
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