Kanzaki's strategy was simple and direct: to use points to make Class D forfeit their exam qualification.
However, such an action would require an enormous cost, far more than Class B could currently afford. Not to mention, external factors made Shibata disbelieve that Class D would agree to compromise with Class B.
"You also need to understand that we don't have that much capital right now. If we want to persuade Class D to withdraw from the exam, they'd at least consider it for 200 class points, right?"
Shibata's calculation was correct; it would be difficult to reach a settlement with Class D for less than 200 class points.
"No, no, no, I finally understand where the disagreement between Classmate Shibata and me lies. First, I believe Miyako's arrival was inherently malicious. With only our two classes left, I don't believe Miyako will do nothing. Instead of living in constant fear, why can't we buy victory with money? Besides, Class D has already had all their base points cleared out by Class C, so they need class points more than we do."
Kanzaki's words made everyone fall into thought.
Everyone now considered Amane's arrival a bad thing; this judgment was set in stone.
Ichinose had also heard about Class D's points being cleared by Class C, but because Ichinose usually didn't prioritize information gathering, they were still unaware of the specific situation. The only thing they knew was that Class D's base points had been cleared by Class C.
In this way, as time wore on, Class D would be lucky to have even a few dozen class points left.
If Class B was willing to exchange class points for Class D's withdrawal at this time, it would be hard to say whether Class D, having suffered significant losses, would refuse.
"Then, assuming Class D agrees, how do we pay the class points? Last time we privately traded class points, we were severely penalized."
Shibata's tone also softened.
Because, as Kanzaki said, all the unfavorable circumstances for Class D had indeed gathered, if they could win without fighting, paying some price would be acceptable. However, there had already been a precedent for punishment for trading class points. Shibata hadn't thought of a secure trading method, and Class D wouldn't buy it if the crucial step of safely transferring class points couldn't be guaranteed.
"Classmate Shibata, have you forgotten the exam rules? Guessing the identity of the opponent's infiltrator can directly earn all of their exam points except for base points. If that's not enough, exchange students who guess the infiltrator can also receive an additional 100 class points as a reward. That should be enough, right? If not, we can also give them the points reward for a key card holder."
Kanzaki adjusted his glasses triumphantly.
Shibata and Ichinose were both stunned by Kanzaki's words.
According to Kanzaki's explanation, the general idea was to publicly reveal the identities of the key card holders and infiltrators to Class D, and then give Class D all the class points, except for base points, in exchange for Class D's withdrawal.
Under such a huge temptation, Class D, no matter how resolute, would surely waver, right?
"Classmate Kanzaki, your plan has no problems, but wouldn't our profits be greatly reduced this way? According to your statement, even if Class D withdraws and gives us the victory, wouldn't we only get dozens to a hundred base points? Class D, on the other hand, could quickly improve their ranking with the points we transfer, even surpassing Class C without issue."
Ichinose realized the crucial issue. This was no longer a question of whether the plan was feasible. If you give someone three or four hundred class points, of course they'd take it. But even if they withdraw afterward, they would have more class points than Class B. This would be tantamount to raising a tiger that would become a strong competitor for Class A's position.
"Ichinose, this is just the beginning. The reason I call it a trade is that a trade is naturally mutually beneficial. Similarly, we need Class D's key card holder and infiltrator list. It's like Class B and Class D are making a class point exchange of benefits. Even if Class B loses a little, it's only a few class points, but we have base points to compensate. Class D doesn't. If the trade is successful, both Class B and Class D will increase their class points, but the gap between them won't change much."
Kanzaki's strategy was now fully formed.
In short, it was a rehash of Ryuuen's previous plan: to be completely open with all classes, mutually disclose the key card holder and infiltrator lists, and then everyone would earn points like crazy.
However, due to Class A, Class B, and Class D's distrust of Class C, Ryuuen's plan failed. Only Class A, Class B, and Class C signed a contract where everyone in Class A and Class B would pay Class C 10,000 personal points each month in exchange for Class C's key card holder and infiltrator names.
Kanzaki now copied Ryuuen's plan, intending to use it in the situation where Class D's base points had been cleared. Because Ryuuen's plan itself was a win-win, it was also the most convincing method for Class D.
Shibata was completely speechless after hearing this. Ryuuen's plan was indeed viable; it had failed before only because mutual trust couldn't be established.
And now, even though Class B had some conflicts with Amane, Ichinose and Amane had a good relationship, so it was possible that Amane might agree to such a method.
"As expected of Classmate Kanzaki. Then let's do as you say. If it goes smoothly, both sides will have a win-win outcome, and we can avoid unnecessary conflict. I'll go discuss this with Amane."
Ichinose confidently ran out of the tent and towards Amane, then fully laid out Kanzaki's plan, waiting expectantly for Amane's response.
Amane pondered for a long time before slowly shaking her head.
"Although your method is good, I refuse."
"Why is that? Is there something unfair about Classmate Kanzaki's plan? Amane, if you're not satisfied with something, you can say it, and we can discuss it together."
Ichinose seemed convinced that Kanzaki's proposal was the best way to avoid conflict with Amane. Seeing Amane refuse, she quickly spoke up, trying to facilitate the matter.
Amane had actually considered such a method long ago.
Ichinose was right; if they mutually disclosed their special identities, it would indeed be a win-win. Moreover, Class B didn't know that Class C's sneak attack had been ruled a violation by the school, an invalid occupation, and that Class D's base points would not be deducted. In this way, Class D's class points would even be infinitely close to Class B's after the exam.
"I heard from Suzune that Ryuuen held a meeting with you all and proposed this idea, but why did no one agree at the time? The answer is simple: it depends on the person."
Amane's answer left Ichinose somewhat confused.
She didn't understand what Amane meant.
Seeing Ichinose's perplexed look, Amane showed a mischievous smile and whispered in Ichinose's ear.
"Class A paid a sky-high amount of personal points to have me properly deal with your Class B. I know your plan is good, but unfortunately, I need to prioritize completing Class A's request to me."
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