ALL NOVEL The Strongest Solo Gamer with Terrible Social Skills Reincarnates as a Hated NPC in a VRMMO Chapter 77
77: The Cheating Glasses That Seem Suspicious
――SIDE: Hokuto Masaharu――
…As expected, it’s come to this.
I let out a sigh in my heart as I calmly watched the commotion erupting in the classroom.
The students were objecting to the decision made yesterday about the class leader. Mainly, Isino and Sakakibara were against it, and their followers were making a big fuss. It seems that Ishiru Shouma becoming the class leader is unbearable for them. I can understand their feelings, but they had the right to choose beforehand. If they’re unhappy, they should’ve participated in the free exploration themselves. It’s not just me who’s frustrated with their selfish dissatisfaction. The discussion was getting more and more tangled, and the meeting that started before HR began was carried over to lunchtime.
“So, it’s already been decided!! No matter what you say, it can’t be changed!!”
Mushakouji, who was in charge of the class leader selection, raised his voice amidst the boos.
This is like pouring water on a hot stone.
Getting angry and yelling back won’t calm the situation. It’s more like adding oil to the fire, and the situation will only get worse. The momentum was on Isino’s side.
Ishiru Shouma might have anticipated this and skipped today’s lesson.
That would be smart.
It’s a different story whether I like it or not, but…
“I’m sorry to those who agree, but I just can’t stand Ishiru Shouma being the class leader! I’m sure everyone else feels the same way!”
Sakakibara Touko, who led the group of girls, made a provocative statement. Her type is troublesome, whether they’re an enemy or an ally. They’re self-centered and someone you don’t want to get close to.
“…However, it’s already been decided.”
Kanzaki Ayumu spoke a reasonable opinion, but it was weak. They’re trying to overturn the decision with emotional appeals.
That’s why the girls’ dissatisfaction won’t end.
“Why don’t you just redo the selection? Maybe it was a mistake or something, and we can choose again?”
…
“Choose, correct…?”
I couldn’t help but react to Shina Riona’s words.
The situation up to this point was just as I had expected. Their argument was consistent, and they refused to acknowledge Ishizuru Shoma. Then, in the re-election, Yoshikawa-san would be chosen as the class leader…
That’s what I thought, and that’s when it happened.
“No way! Everyone worked hard to become the class leader, and you’re going to ruin the result with your petty complaints? That’s unacceptable!”
…As if to dispel my evil thoughts, Yoshikawa-san raised her voice in protest. It was rare for her to behave like that, and the students around us momentarily stopped making a fuss.
She must have been serious. Although it started with my invitation, she was genuinely challenging for the class leader position. That’s why their words were unbearable. I was ashamed of myself for expecting her to back down.
From then on, it was a one-on-one battle between Feng Hongyu and Isogai Koji. Feng, who supported Ishizuru, and Isogai, who belittled him, clashed…
And then, the main character, Ishizuru Shoma, appeared.
“Ishizuru…!”
I couldn’t help but mutter.
The guy who walked into the classroom with a nonchalant expression headed straight for his seat, ignoring the commotion around him. His dignified attitude was impressive, and I couldn’t help but feel a sense of admiration.
“Huh? What’s going on? Isn’t it lunchtime? You’re going to miss your meal!”
Ishizuru spoke as if he didn’t care about the situation, and Anto-Ishizuru, led by Isogai and Sakaki, reacted.
“Whose fault do you think this is?!”
“What’s going on?! If you have something to say, say it clearly, Sakaki!”
“Ah…!”
Sakaki, who was furious, was shut down by Ishizuru.
Many people must have been surprised. I don’t know why, but Sakaki Fuyu seemed to be weak against Ishizuru Shoma.
The one who was left out was Shina Riona, Sakaki’s follower. This type of person couldn’t be strong unless they were in a group, so they had no choice but to remain silent in this situation.
“You, Ishizuru…! You think you can just become the class leader and ignore us?! I won’t accept it! I absolutely won’t accept it!!”
“Did I say I was going to become the class leader? I’ll explain it nicely. But, I think it’s better to take a break during lunch. You guys are already lagging behind in your exploration of ABYSS, aren’t you? At least make sure you’re in top condition…”
“Gu…this…!!”
“You’re complaining about lack of experience and achievements, but you’re the ones who are weak. I can understand why you’d oppose me becoming the class leader, but it’s not right to make excuses for your own lack of power.”
Ishizuru Shoma provoked Isogai Koji. Was it due to his original bad nature? His eloquence was terrifying, and Isogai was pushed back throughout the conversation.
…But, even if he won this argument, what would it achieve? Wouldn’t it just create more discord among our classmates?
I was worried about that when…
“If you have any complaints, show me the results. I don’t think being the class leader is a fixed position. If there’s someone better than me, I’ll gladly step down.”
Ishizuru said with a half-smile, and the atmosphere around us suddenly changed. The class leader, Ishizuru, was saying that he was willing to step down if someone better came along.
This proposal was like a stimulant.
Not only Isogai, who was ambitious, but even Sakaki, who disliked Ishizuru, was taken aback by his proposal. Aiba and Mushakoji were the same. We, who had accepted our defeat, couldn’t help but want to take on the challenge again. It was only natural to think that way.
“…In that case, let’s do it. If someone can achieve better results than me in the next class competition, they can become the class leader.”
His words naturally ignited a fire within us. Although we were still confused, I couldn’t help but think that this was a clever move.
Ishizuru left the classroom, and the remaining students looked at each other, discussing what had just happened.
“Urabe-kun…”
“Yes, Yoshikawa-san…we’ve been outsmarted this time.”
Ishizuru Shoma was a strategist.
He took advantage of the fact that he was disliked and presented himself as a common enemy, uniting 1-D.
That hand was incredibly skilled, and I, along with Ms. Yoshikawa, wouldn’t have been able to handle it that well.
“Shiruka Shoma has become the class leader, a man who has achieved his goal. I’ve reevaluated my recognition of him here…!”