1 00:00:01,800 --> 00:00:05,547 Um, is that you... Kushida-senpai? 2 00:00:05,630 --> 00:00:06,490 Yes? 3 00:00:07,510 --> 00:00:08,627 It's me! 4 00:00:08,710 --> 00:00:12,627 I was a year behind you in middle school—Yagami Takuya. 5 00:00:12,710 --> 00:00:14,317 Yagami... 6 00:00:14,400 --> 00:00:16,627 Oh, Yagami-kun?! 7 00:00:16,710 --> 00:00:19,710 Yes! It's been a while, hasn't it? 8 00:00:19,990 --> 00:00:21,317 You know this guy? 9 00:00:21,400 --> 00:00:24,607 Yes, we didn't interact very much, 10 00:00:24,690 --> 00:00:27,720 but he made a big impression because he was so smart! 11 00:00:28,360 --> 00:00:30,760 - Do you know this Yagami person, too? 12 00:00:29,960 --> 00:00:33,180 - I feel so lucky to get to go to the same school as you again! 13 00:00:30,760 --> 00:00:33,180 - You went to the same middle school, right? 14 00:00:33,490 --> 00:00:35,767 I'm afraid not. 15 00:00:35,850 --> 00:00:39,607 I didn't have time to notice people who didn't concern me. 16 00:00:39,690 --> 00:00:43,790 Do you think Yagami knows about Kushida's past? 17 00:00:44,850 --> 00:00:46,890 I wouldn't be surprised. 18 00:00:49,630 --> 00:00:52,580 I know it's sudden, but I feel like I can trust you. 19 00:00:53,090 --> 00:00:56,497 Would you be my partner for the special test? 20 00:00:56,580 --> 00:00:58,587 You're all right with me? 21 00:00:58,670 --> 00:01:02,090 Wouldn't you rather be with someone a bit smarter? 22 00:01:03,100 --> 00:01:05,427 I'm still finding my way at this school, 23 00:01:05,510 --> 00:01:08,507 so what I really want is a partner I can trust! 24 00:01:08,590 --> 00:01:13,350 Um... can you give me some time to think about it? 25 00:01:13,690 --> 00:01:15,117 Oh, of course! 26 00:01:15,200 --> 00:01:19,140 I won't partner up with anyone until you give me your answer. 27 00:01:30,530 --> 00:01:36,330 Classroom of the Elite 4th Season 2nd Year 1st Term 28 00:02:40,390 --> 00:02:46,950 Classroom of the Elite 4th Season 2nd Year 1st Term 29 00:02:53,070 --> 00:02:54,170 I admired you so much! 30 00:02:54,520 --> 00:02:55,880 Isn't that cool? 31 00:02:56,740 --> 00:02:58,607 Look at this! 32 00:02:58,690 --> 00:02:59,530 Awesome! 33 00:03:00,010 --> 00:03:02,710 Man, those first-years don't have a care in the world. 34 00:03:02,860 --> 00:03:06,267 And here we are running ourselves ragged looking for good partners... 35 00:03:06,350 --> 00:03:09,290 Have you forgotten how you acted a year ago? 36 00:03:09,960 --> 00:03:12,410 O-Of course not! 37 00:03:12,830 --> 00:03:14,837 I just know better now. 38 00:03:14,920 --> 00:03:19,987 So we're looking for a first-year willing to partner with Sudo? 39 00:03:20,070 --> 00:03:22,630 I thought we should ask around, at least. 40 00:03:26,140 --> 00:03:27,590 Could we speak with you? 41 00:03:28,950 --> 00:03:32,840 We're searching for partners for the upcoming special test. 42 00:03:33,490 --> 00:03:36,190 Could we speak with you? 43 00:03:36,470 --> 00:03:38,300 Oh, of course. 44 00:03:38,780 --> 00:03:39,690 Right? 45 00:03:40,130 --> 00:03:44,070 Yes, we haven't found partners yet ourselves. 46 00:03:44,420 --> 00:03:46,490 Thank you for being so forthcoming. 47 00:03:47,090 --> 00:03:51,330 We're looking for someone to partner with Sudo-kun here. 48 00:03:51,580 --> 00:03:54,510 How about this, then? 49 00:03:55,080 --> 00:03:57,597 What, we gotta pay you with points? 50 00:03:57,680 --> 00:04:00,090 And 50,000? What a rip-off! 51 00:04:00,300 --> 00:04:03,620 Oh, Senpai, don't be ridiculous. 52 00:04:04,060 --> 00:04:07,017 It's not 50,000. It's 500,000. 53 00:04:07,100 --> 00:04:09,100 F-Five hundred thousand?! 54 00:04:09,270 --> 00:04:14,617 We've already had offers from Class A and Class C. 55 00:04:14,700 --> 00:04:17,860 We're going to get the best offer we can. 56 00:04:18,310 --> 00:04:20,750 Very well. We'll consider it. 57 00:04:21,160 --> 00:04:24,520 That said, we have another request. 58 00:04:24,930 --> 00:04:29,120 Could you introduce us to other Class D students? 59 00:04:29,310 --> 00:04:33,067 Well... that might be difficult. 60 00:04:33,150 --> 00:04:38,047 Yeah. Hosen-kun'll get mad if we fall out of line. 61 00:04:38,130 --> 00:04:39,070 Right? 62 00:04:42,380 --> 00:04:45,507 Bastards. Takin' advantage of us like that... 63 00:04:45,590 --> 00:04:50,097 And Hosen-kun gets mad if they fall out of line, they said. 64 00:04:50,180 --> 00:04:53,640 But aren't they gonna end up without partners by the deadline? 65 00:04:54,040 --> 00:04:57,650 It's the second-years who have the most to fear from failing to find partners. 66 00:04:57,900 --> 00:05:02,650 Hosen-kun wants to use that to extort large numbers of points from us. 67 00:05:02,830 --> 00:05:07,020 Continuing to ask around will likely yield the same results. 68 00:05:07,890 --> 00:05:09,410 How will you approach it? 69 00:05:10,170 --> 00:05:14,410 I won't attempt to engage with the money game. 70 00:05:15,340 --> 00:05:19,110 The most we can earn from this test is fifty class points for first place. 71 00:05:19,530 --> 00:05:24,020 Converting that to private points, it's just a little over two million. 72 00:05:24,420 --> 00:05:25,527 In other words, 73 00:05:25,610 --> 00:05:30,930 paying 500,000 per student means you're in the red after five. 74 00:05:31,220 --> 00:05:35,930 Which means throwing points at the problem isn't a solution. 75 00:05:36,520 --> 00:05:41,940 I think our best chance is to negotiate with Class 1-D. 76 00:05:42,370 --> 00:05:46,860 That said, relying solely on Hosen-kun's class seems risky. 77 00:05:47,320 --> 00:05:49,527 To find an excellent partner, 78 00:05:49,610 --> 00:05:52,460 we'll have to continue asking as many people as possible. 79 00:05:53,210 --> 00:05:54,450 Hello! 80 00:05:55,060 --> 00:05:59,100 There's an excellent partner right here, actually! 81 00:06:03,180 --> 00:06:05,710 You were eavesdropping on us? 82 00:06:06,010 --> 00:06:07,637 What a thing to say, Senpai! 83 00:06:07,720 --> 00:06:11,307 I just happened to overhear, so I spoke up. 84 00:06:11,390 --> 00:06:14,530 I'm Amasawa Ichika of Class 1-A. 85 00:06:14,850 --> 00:06:17,420 I have an A ranking in Academic Achievement. 86 00:06:18,230 --> 00:06:19,980 Would you like to work with me? 87 00:06:20,190 --> 00:06:22,020 I appreciate the offer, 88 00:06:22,340 --> 00:06:27,490 but would you be willing to work with Sudo-kun here instead? 89 00:06:28,940 --> 00:06:32,240 Your academic rating is E , I see... 90 00:06:32,540 --> 00:06:35,657 Well, I'm willing to lend you a hand. 91 00:06:35,740 --> 00:06:37,250 You mean it?! 92 00:06:37,870 --> 00:06:41,830 I just love strong men, see? 93 00:06:42,390 --> 00:06:44,007 What are you talking about? 94 00:06:44,090 --> 00:06:46,467 I don't mean strength of will or anything. 95 00:06:46,550 --> 00:06:48,900 I mean physically strong! 96 00:06:49,790 --> 00:06:52,887 Maybe I'll find a lot of strong men and have them slug it out. 97 00:06:52,970 --> 00:06:58,050 Whoever comes out on top will be my partner! 98 00:06:58,480 --> 00:07:02,397 Is this some kind of joke? You obviously can't do that. 99 00:07:02,480 --> 00:07:05,827 Joke? No, I'm very serious. 100 00:07:05,910 --> 00:07:08,530 I just love strong men. 101 00:07:11,090 --> 00:07:12,957 Let's go, Suzune. 102 00:07:13,040 --> 00:07:14,890 She's just making fun of us. 103 00:07:15,590 --> 00:07:17,060 I believe you're right. 104 00:07:20,500 --> 00:07:21,617 Okay, fine! 105 00:07:21,700 --> 00:07:24,420 I'll give you another chance if you'll forgive me. 106 00:07:25,660 --> 00:07:26,750 A chance? 107 00:07:27,300 --> 00:07:33,010 After strong men, I love men who can cook! 108 00:07:33,880 --> 00:07:38,020 If you can make a delicious dish that I request, I'll partner up with you. 109 00:07:38,240 --> 00:07:43,587 C-Cook?! I've never cooked before... 110 00:07:43,670 --> 00:07:47,437 You wouldn't allow me to cook for you instead? 111 00:07:47,520 --> 00:07:49,057 Nope! 112 00:07:49,140 --> 00:07:53,030 I told you, I love men who can cook. 113 00:07:54,220 --> 00:07:55,697 Ayanokoji-kun. 114 00:07:55,780 --> 00:08:00,540 I believe you've bragged to me about your cooking skills before. 115 00:08:00,890 --> 00:08:01,917 Yes. 116 00:08:02,000 --> 00:08:05,707 It's no exaggeration to say that cooking is my strongest field. 117 00:08:05,790 --> 00:08:09,300 Would you accept Ayanokoji-kun, then? 118 00:08:09,470 --> 00:08:12,997 Fine, but are you really good at cooking? 119 00:08:13,080 --> 00:08:15,550 My standards are extremely high! 120 00:08:15,970 --> 00:08:18,857 He can handle it. Right? 121 00:08:18,940 --> 00:08:20,977 Yes, I suppose. 122 00:08:21,060 --> 00:08:23,060 Well, then, it's a deal! 123 00:08:23,620 --> 00:08:27,397 If you fail to cook me a delicious home-cooked meal tomorrow after class, 124 00:08:27,480 --> 00:08:30,320 the whole deal's off. 125 00:08:30,650 --> 00:08:32,417 I'm counting on you, Ayanokoji! 126 00:08:32,500 --> 00:08:36,260 Please cook me up a partner! 127 00:08:37,780 --> 00:08:41,100 Tomorrow it is, then! Bye-bye! 128 00:08:42,870 --> 00:08:46,997 Horikita, I believe you're aware that my cooking skill is— 129 00:08:47,080 --> 00:08:50,960 Be quiet now. I'll think up a plan. 130 00:08:52,460 --> 00:08:54,970 - Advanced Nurturing High School Staff Update: 34 new partnerships have formed. The current number of partners is 56. 131 00:08:52,810 --> 00:08:54,970 - Fifty-six pairs have formed as of this morning. 132 00:08:55,220 --> 00:08:59,970 Over a third of the student body has partnered up by now. 133 00:09:00,780 --> 00:09:03,800 I'd better start getting serious, too. 134 00:09:04,700 --> 00:09:07,370 Good morning, Ayanokoji-senpai. 135 00:09:08,230 --> 00:09:11,980 I apologize for Hosen-kun's actions the other day. 136 00:09:12,280 --> 00:09:14,437 You don't need to apologize for that. 137 00:09:14,520 --> 00:09:19,557 Well... I tagged along to make sure he didn't do anything rash, 138 00:09:19,640 --> 00:09:21,990 and I deeply regret that I failed. 139 00:09:22,730 --> 00:09:26,500 Well-mannered and polite, with excellent grades. 140 00:09:26,900 --> 00:09:29,300 Why is she in Class D? 141 00:09:29,930 --> 00:09:31,750 And of greater concern to me is... 142 00:09:32,750 --> 00:09:34,350 the way she looked at me then. 143 00:09:36,070 --> 00:09:38,257 Do you have a partner yet? 144 00:09:38,340 --> 00:09:39,650 Me? 145 00:09:40,100 --> 00:09:44,270 No, not yet. A few people have made offers, but... 146 00:09:44,900 --> 00:09:51,267 Couldn't both Class Ds work together to find partners with each other? 147 00:09:51,350 --> 00:09:54,707 You mean like... an alliance? 148 00:09:54,790 --> 00:09:55,900 Yes. 149 00:09:56,310 --> 00:09:58,370 I'm in favor of that. 150 00:09:58,680 --> 00:10:00,910 There's one problem, though. 151 00:10:01,320 --> 00:10:02,910 Hosen, you mean? 152 00:10:03,100 --> 00:10:05,777 Yes. Most of our students are 153 00:10:05,860 --> 00:10:09,420 keeping their heads down and doing what Hosen-kun tells them. 154 00:10:09,660 --> 00:10:12,650 Are you in a special position within your class? 155 00:10:13,420 --> 00:10:16,837 You don't seem particularly cowed by him. 156 00:10:16,920 --> 00:10:20,430 I refuse to be intimidated by violence! 157 00:10:22,310 --> 00:10:26,447 But if it's Hosen who decides your class policy, 158 00:10:26,530 --> 00:10:29,080 I doubt he'll agree to the offer I made. 159 00:10:30,360 --> 00:10:33,357 Um... if you're all right with it, despite the situation, 160 00:10:33,440 --> 00:10:36,940 I could set us up a negotiation? 161 00:10:37,390 --> 00:10:39,207 You're sure about that? 162 00:10:39,290 --> 00:10:41,950 I'm sure Horikita would appreciate that. 163 00:10:42,360 --> 00:10:45,700 Is Horikita-senpai your class's leader? 164 00:10:45,940 --> 00:10:49,350 Yes. I'll let her know. 165 00:10:49,810 --> 00:10:52,460 Could we trade contact information? 166 00:10:52,730 --> 00:10:56,710 Yes. I look forward to working with you, Ayanokoji-senpai! 167 00:10:58,720 --> 00:11:02,447 That was a surprisingly assertive move, coming from you. 168 00:11:02,530 --> 00:11:03,887 Should I not have done it? 169 00:11:03,970 --> 00:11:06,590 No, it's wonderful. 170 00:11:07,220 --> 00:11:12,330 But it seems Hosen wants to play the money game you're trying to avoid. 171 00:11:12,660 --> 00:11:14,067 You're right. 172 00:11:14,150 --> 00:11:17,980 But are points really all he's after? 173 00:11:18,210 --> 00:11:22,490 You think he's targeting us somehow? 174 00:11:22,820 --> 00:11:27,100 Still, I can't imagine he'll be easy to deal with. 175 00:11:27,720 --> 00:11:33,917 As insurance, I'm discussing a potential alliance with part of Class 1-B. 176 00:11:34,000 --> 00:11:35,547 Would that involve Yagami, 177 00:11:35,630 --> 00:11:39,760 that boy who went to middle school with you and Kushida? 178 00:11:40,340 --> 00:11:43,870 Kushida-san partnered up with him yesterday. 179 00:11:44,370 --> 00:11:48,270 I'm having her negotiate through him behind the scenes. 180 00:11:48,750 --> 00:11:51,187 I'd like you to do your part, as well. 181 00:11:51,270 --> 00:11:53,407 Amasawa, you mean? 182 00:11:53,490 --> 00:11:54,520 Yes. 183 00:11:55,170 --> 00:11:57,140 I've figured out a plan. 184 00:12:02,170 --> 00:12:04,120 First, you need a cutting board, right? 185 00:12:04,470 --> 00:12:05,780 And a chef's knife, right? 186 00:12:06,050 --> 00:12:08,827 And you'll need a bowl and a whisk... 187 00:12:08,910 --> 00:12:10,220 Wait a minute. 188 00:12:10,670 --> 00:12:13,207 I have cooking supplies in my room. 189 00:12:13,290 --> 00:12:17,540 It's fine. I want you to have a set just for me! 190 00:12:18,250 --> 00:12:20,717 These are all expensive brands, too. 191 00:12:20,800 --> 00:12:24,277 Of course, you'll need a Petty knife, too! 192 00:12:24,360 --> 00:12:25,857 May I ask a question? 193 00:12:25,940 --> 00:12:26,817 Who's paying for— 194 00:12:26,900 --> 00:12:30,727 You are, of course! Silly. 195 00:12:30,810 --> 00:12:32,820 I knew that, of course. 196 00:12:33,980 --> 00:12:37,977 Well, I guess it's an investment in high-quality equipment. 197 00:12:38,060 --> 00:12:41,697 Oh, I told you, these are just for me. 198 00:12:41,780 --> 00:12:43,680 Don't waste them on anyone else, okay? 199 00:12:44,110 --> 00:12:45,430 She's a monster. 200 00:12:47,200 --> 00:12:48,580 Coming in! 201 00:12:49,880 --> 00:12:53,130 Wow, it's so nice and tidy! 202 00:12:54,220 --> 00:12:57,147 You can make yourself at home while I'm cooking. 203 00:12:57,230 --> 00:12:58,757 Thanks, Senpai! 204 00:12:58,840 --> 00:13:03,007 Oh, and no looking at your phone while you cook! 205 00:13:03,090 --> 00:13:04,757 How strict. 206 00:13:04,840 --> 00:13:06,840 Can't handle it? 207 00:13:07,250 --> 00:13:09,107 Of course I can. 208 00:13:09,190 --> 00:13:11,310 I'll put my phone right here. 209 00:13:11,850 --> 00:13:14,100 So, what dish do you want? 210 00:13:14,420 --> 00:13:16,277 Here comes the big announcement! 211 00:13:16,360 --> 00:13:19,610 The dish I want you to cook is... 212 00:13:20,200 --> 00:13:22,110 Tom yum goong! 213 00:13:22,440 --> 00:13:24,510 Tom yum goong? 214 00:13:25,750 --> 00:13:28,250 I can't wait, Senpai! 215 00:13:29,650 --> 00:13:31,417 I heard everything. 216 00:13:31,500 --> 00:13:33,620 I wasn't expecting tom yum goong... 217 00:13:34,050 --> 00:13:35,740 Please walk me through it. 218 00:13:36,210 --> 00:13:39,130 I taught you yesterday how to use your knives. 219 00:13:39,420 --> 00:13:43,767 We're going to aim for fifteen to thirty minutes of prep time. 220 00:13:43,850 --> 00:13:45,047 Is that all right? 221 00:13:45,130 --> 00:13:49,460 Let's see how far I've come in a day. 222 00:13:53,390 --> 00:13:57,640 Wow, awesome! If we're going on looks, it's a pass for sure! 223 00:13:59,220 --> 00:14:01,650 Okay, let's eat! 224 00:14:05,080 --> 00:14:07,320 I love the cilantro! 225 00:14:08,070 --> 00:14:10,170 And you made bunny apple slices! 226 00:14:13,750 --> 00:14:15,410 Thank you for the meal. 227 00:14:16,290 --> 00:14:19,080 Senpai, your tom yum goong... 228 00:14:21,260 --> 00:14:24,670 I'd say it's pretty decent! 229 00:14:26,540 --> 00:14:29,207 First, let me clean this up. 230 00:14:29,290 --> 00:14:30,417 I'll handle that. 231 00:14:30,500 --> 00:14:31,847 Hey, it's no big! 232 00:14:31,930 --> 00:14:35,017 I asked such a big favor. Let me handle this much. 233 00:14:35,100 --> 00:14:36,420 Okay, then. 234 00:14:36,930 --> 00:14:39,780 By the way, about your judgment... 235 00:14:40,730 --> 00:14:44,707 Well, honestly, it shouldn't be a pass, 236 00:14:44,790 --> 00:14:47,427 but you bought me all this expensive stuff... 237 00:14:47,510 --> 00:14:50,057 So, in honor of your efforts, 238 00:14:50,140 --> 00:14:52,450 I guess I'll pair up with Sudo-senpai. 239 00:14:52,670 --> 00:14:53,977 I'm grateful. 240 00:14:54,060 --> 00:14:55,617 Hey, no prob! 241 00:14:55,700 --> 00:14:58,050 Just don't forget that gratitude, okay? 242 00:14:58,710 --> 00:15:02,487 Anyway, I don't wanna stay too late, so I'm heading home. 243 00:15:02,570 --> 00:15:03,430 Sure. 244 00:15:03,890 --> 00:15:06,217 Later, Ayanokoji-senpai! 245 00:15:06,300 --> 00:15:07,710 Bye-bye! 246 00:15:10,700 --> 00:15:11,910 Well done. 247 00:15:12,260 --> 00:15:14,107 It seems to have worked. 248 00:15:14,190 --> 00:15:16,600 The Sudo problem is solved. 249 00:15:16,920 --> 00:15:18,670 That's an important accomplishment. 250 00:15:19,070 --> 00:15:22,980 Though I feel we were saved by Amasawa's generous judging. 251 00:15:23,370 --> 00:15:26,027 I'll let you know when Nanase contacts me next. 252 00:15:26,110 --> 00:15:26,850 Right. 253 00:15:27,690 --> 00:15:30,647 If Amasawa is the White Room student, 254 00:15:30,730 --> 00:15:33,620 I'd expect her to have rigged something here... 255 00:15:34,350 --> 00:15:38,350 but what matters is that she's partnering with Sudo, not me. 256 00:15:38,740 --> 00:15:40,437 Normally, that would 257 00:15:40,520 --> 00:15:44,340 clear her of suspicion of being the White Room student, but... 258 00:15:53,620 --> 00:15:59,140 It seems the students we talked to got another offer from Class C. 259 00:15:59,550 --> 00:16:04,067 They said they'd give them 10,000 points to refuse Class A's offer. 260 00:16:04,150 --> 00:16:05,570 What are they, stupid? 261 00:16:07,130 --> 00:16:12,650 It seems Ryuen-kun is determined to take the fight to me. 262 00:16:13,080 --> 00:16:14,577 What are you going to do? 263 00:16:14,660 --> 00:16:21,410 Tell the first-years that I'm prepared to match Ryuen-kun's offer. 264 00:16:22,020 --> 00:16:28,550 But even if the first-years agree to it, don't actually form the partner contract. 265 00:16:28,700 --> 00:16:30,670 What in the world? 266 00:16:31,050 --> 00:16:33,170 I don't understand at all. 267 00:16:34,540 --> 00:16:40,207 Ryuen-kun... your strategy is working to my benefit. 268 00:16:40,290 --> 00:16:43,180 I'm not following this all. 269 00:16:43,410 --> 00:16:47,857 Sounds fine to me. If the princess says she doesn't need it... 270 00:16:47,940 --> 00:16:51,377 Ryuen-kun's naked attempt at bribery... 271 00:16:51,460 --> 00:16:53,930 It's not bad in and of itself. 272 00:16:54,510 --> 00:17:00,950 But it was a mistake to compete with us over the exact same students. 273 00:17:01,200 --> 00:17:04,167 But to be able to offer up bribes like that, 274 00:17:04,250 --> 00:17:07,627 they must have a lot of private points saved up, right? 275 00:17:07,710 --> 00:17:10,260 I'm not convinced. 276 00:17:10,820 --> 00:17:14,220 It doesn't cost anything just to offer a bribe. 277 00:17:14,690 --> 00:17:16,947 So they're just pretending to have the money? 278 00:17:17,030 --> 00:17:20,230 How does that benefit Class C, exactly? 279 00:17:20,670 --> 00:17:22,987 Without Ryuen-kun there, 280 00:17:23,070 --> 00:17:25,797 we of Class A would attract the most excellent students 281 00:17:25,880 --> 00:17:28,480 through our brand power alone. 282 00:17:28,860 --> 00:17:35,407 But with Class C offering bribes, we're forced to play the money game, too. 283 00:17:35,490 --> 00:17:37,737 What's his next move, then? 284 00:17:37,820 --> 00:17:43,750 Drive up the price, and try to force us to expend as many points as possible. 285 00:17:43,990 --> 00:17:47,167 I get it. Like a poker game. 286 00:17:47,250 --> 00:17:49,817 But he's misjudged me... 287 00:17:49,900 --> 00:17:53,800 and the brand power of Class A. 288 00:17:55,080 --> 00:17:57,997 Apparently, the Class B first-years we'd enticed for 200,000 289 00:17:58,080 --> 00:18:00,177 are entertaining more offers. 290 00:18:00,260 --> 00:18:03,437 But why? Is 200,000 not enough for them? 291 00:18:03,520 --> 00:18:04,937 Calm down. 292 00:18:05,020 --> 00:18:08,020 I know just what they're after. 293 00:18:08,200 --> 00:18:12,167 Tell them we'll pay 100,000 up front, and 200,000 after the test. 294 00:18:12,250 --> 00:18:13,947 Y-You serious? 295 00:18:14,030 --> 00:18:18,030 That won't be enough to lock down most of them. 296 00:18:18,190 --> 00:18:21,197 They'll expect Sakayanagi to go higher. 297 00:18:21,280 --> 00:18:25,540 You sure this won't just blow up in our faces? 298 00:18:25,810 --> 00:18:29,790 Even if we both offer the same amount, their brand power will carry the day. 299 00:18:30,090 --> 00:18:34,337 The brand power of Class A is a temporary thing. 300 00:18:34,420 --> 00:18:38,597 Still, what if the bidding keeps going up? 301 00:18:38,680 --> 00:18:40,930 We don't actually have to pay. 302 00:18:42,050 --> 00:18:44,117 What I'm trying to do 303 00:18:44,200 --> 00:18:48,560 is take the measure of the people in the first-year classes. 304 00:18:48,890 --> 00:18:50,437 Anyone who would flip over money 305 00:18:50,520 --> 00:18:53,060 is someone we can get on our side at any time. 306 00:18:53,290 --> 00:18:56,290 What matters is everyone else. 307 00:18:57,230 --> 00:18:58,897 I was never going to pay out 308 00:18:58,980 --> 00:19:02,487 pocket-change levels of class points on this test. 309 00:19:02,570 --> 00:19:05,077 To kill Class A, I need to wait 310 00:19:05,160 --> 00:19:10,510 for when far more class points are being thrown around. 311 00:19:12,470 --> 00:19:16,090 Oh, I don't see you here often. 312 00:19:16,370 --> 00:19:18,227 Hello, Shiina-san. 313 00:19:18,310 --> 00:19:23,047 We'd like to talk, so it may get a little loud today. 314 00:19:23,130 --> 00:19:24,527 I see. 315 00:19:24,610 --> 00:19:28,100 In that case, there are seats back there that would be suitable. 316 00:19:28,300 --> 00:19:29,390 Thank you. 317 00:19:29,740 --> 00:19:32,350 Are things going well in Class C? 318 00:19:32,770 --> 00:19:35,900 Yes, it seems they're really moving along. 319 00:19:37,720 --> 00:19:42,127 Nanase-san aside, we need to know what Hosen-kun might do. 320 00:19:42,210 --> 00:19:43,050 Yes. 321 00:19:43,610 --> 00:19:47,160 Whether he shows up today will greatly change our approach. 322 00:19:47,710 --> 00:19:50,250 Sorry I'm late, Senpai. 323 00:19:51,410 --> 00:19:53,857 Horikita Suzune. 324 00:19:53,940 --> 00:19:56,377 Thank you for making time to meet with us today. 325 00:19:56,460 --> 00:19:58,877 I'm... I should say... 326 00:19:58,960 --> 00:20:01,590 My name is Nanase Tsubasa. 327 00:20:01,950 --> 00:20:05,720 Really, I should be thanking you. 328 00:20:05,880 --> 00:20:09,567 To get right to the point, my proposal is not 329 00:20:09,650 --> 00:20:12,480 to pay points in exchange for a contract. 330 00:20:12,820 --> 00:20:14,117 I understand. 331 00:20:14,200 --> 00:20:16,257 You want a proper alliance, 332 00:20:16,340 --> 00:20:19,777 with both sides covering for the other's students with poor Academic Achievement. 333 00:20:19,860 --> 00:20:23,167 Yes. If you were aware of that when you came here, 334 00:20:23,250 --> 00:20:25,740 can I assume there's room for negotiation? 335 00:20:25,950 --> 00:20:28,540 Well... I hope so. 336 00:20:28,910 --> 00:20:34,000 Hosen-kun's strategy is rooted in personal self-interest. 337 00:20:34,490 --> 00:20:38,977 At this rate, the students with low Academic Achievement won't be able to 338 00:20:39,060 --> 00:20:41,010 find partners by the day of the test. 339 00:20:41,290 --> 00:20:43,517 But what I'm most afraid of 340 00:20:43,600 --> 00:20:46,477 is that his self-interest will take precedence moving forward, 341 00:20:46,560 --> 00:20:49,677 and our class unity will fall apart. 342 00:20:49,760 --> 00:20:55,807 True. Too much focus on self-interest will leave you at a major disadvantage 343 00:20:55,890 --> 00:20:58,227 in future tests that require class unity. 344 00:20:58,310 --> 00:20:59,270 Yes. 345 00:20:59,550 --> 00:21:02,087 That's why I chose to undertake these negotiations myself, 346 00:21:02,170 --> 00:21:04,530 for the sake of our class. 347 00:21:06,360 --> 00:21:09,150 Then let me ask a rather bold question. 348 00:21:09,690 --> 00:21:15,450 How many students in Class 1-D are currently struggling to find a partner? 349 00:21:15,770 --> 00:21:18,720 About fifteen at the moment. 350 00:21:19,230 --> 00:21:21,130 That's more than I expected. 351 00:21:22,090 --> 00:21:24,797 Nanase-san, if possible, 352 00:21:24,880 --> 00:21:27,530 I'd like to arrange a rather large contract with you. 353 00:21:27,620 --> 00:21:30,430 A large contract? 354 00:21:30,810 --> 00:21:39,190 You and I will determine and finalize fifteen partnerships between ourselves. 355 00:21:43,110 --> 00:21:45,820 That's an excellent proposal, 356 00:21:46,500 --> 00:21:50,787 but Hosen-kun will never agree to help you without payment. 357 00:21:50,870 --> 00:21:54,537 But why? It won't disadvantage him in any way. 358 00:21:54,620 --> 00:21:56,650 But even so... 359 00:21:57,270 --> 00:21:59,547 I don't think he'll allow it. 360 00:21:59,630 --> 00:22:02,380 I see. So that's the situation. 361 00:22:04,440 --> 00:22:08,920 I've learned one thing about how Hosen thinks.