ALL NOVEL The Strongest Solo Gamer with Terrible Social Skills Reincarnates as a Hated NPC in a VRMMO Chapter 97
97: Entering the Venue
It’s clearly a losing battle!!
Thank you very much!!
――It’s not like I can say that.
The danger smell was so strong that I warned everyone in the classroom, but they didn’t listen at all. Is this the difference in persuasive power? Becoming the class representative means nothing!!
Well, I had expected it to some extent.
Those who were told to withdraw and did so obediently aren’t stupid. But this time, that’s a bad move. I thought so when I heard the explanation from Kageyama. This time, there’s a high possibility of getting crushed.
――That is, getting crushed.
――It’s not a fight that can be won.
A-class has an average LV of 18, with the lowest being LV 15.
B-class has an average LV of 15, with the lowest being LV 10.
C-class has an average LV of 12, with the lowest being LV 9.
On the other hand, D-class has――an average LV of 6, with the lowest being LV 2.
……How did we survive with these numbers?
Don’t they see the Portal (magic crystal terminal)?
Of course, it’s not like a simple numerical value represents combat power, but even considering the “experience” part, D-class is far behind the other classes. There’s no way we can win.
If students get hurt, will points be deducted? If it’s deemed malicious, will they be expelled?
――No, it’s not that light!?
RP can be earned later, and if it’s not deemed malicious, it’s a free pass, right? As an original player, I’m familiar with the corruption of the Academy’s higher-ups. If the injured student is related to the imperial court, they’ll definitely be let off.
The Academy, a research institution recognized by the state, is a group of people who conduct inhumane experiments, disregarding human lives. Human life is so cheap!!
It’s pointless to take them seriously.
That’s why I suggested withdrawal……!
……Well, it’s not like all students from other classes are inhumane. My concerns might be unnecessary.
C-class’s representative, Tsutenkaku Seiji, is a punk-like guy, but basically, he has a good personality. If we can just get past the fact that the people around him are crazy, it might work out.
B-class’s representative, Yuurantei Jigokuji, is a carefree Kansai woman――or so it seems, but she has a deep-seated, snake-like personality. Since B-class students are generally serious, I don’t think they’ll go overboard if they don’t meet her.
A-class’s representative, Mikami Senya, isn’t here this time. The proxy representative, Harigane Chikaji, is the worst. He’s a man who embodies arrogance and cruelty. A-class itself has a strong sense of elitism, and under Chikaji’s command, they might unleash their full power, resulting in human casualties. The opponent is the Harigane family, after all. Whatever happens, we’ll definitely be the ones crying.
――What’s going on?
――Isn’t this a total failure!?
There’s not a single reassuring element here!!!
Game, set!!
This is the end! It’s over!!
As I stood alone, holding my head, time was ticking away towards the class competition――
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The dome-shaped building near the learning district’s ground. To an outsider, it looked like a baseball stadium, but it was actually a special arena for the class competition. There were ticket booths near each gate, and ordinary spectators couldn’t enter the arena without a ticket. Since we were participants, we simply walked in.
“Hey, the locker room is this way!”
Suzuki, who was ahead of us, shouted to the D class students. How did he know the way so well? Was it because it resembled Tokyo Dome?
We, divided into boys and girls, entered a private room with a ‘1-D’ sign and began changing into our ABYSS exploration gear. However, considering the possibility of equipment damage, we didn’t want to use our best gear. In the end, I settled for my usual uniform, a fine sword, and a agility-enhancing ring.
After preparing our gear, we joined the girls and headed towards the main stadium.
Along the way, I checked on the D class students’ equipment, but they didn’t have anything impressive. As expected, they had all switched to iron-made weapons, but that was about it.
Level, equipment, experience――ah……
As I thought about it, we finally arrived at the main stadium. The surrounding spectator seats were packed with an enormous number of students, making it difficult to find an empty seat. Honestly, the turnout was more than I had imagined. I couldn’t help but feel overwhelmed.
No, it wasn’t just me.
All the D class students were shocked and bewildered by the unexpected number of spectators, looking restless.
“W-what is this…!?”
“Didn’t Shadow Mountain-sensei say we could observe freely? Even 2nd and 3rd-year students are all here!?”
“Did they all buy tickets!?”
“Is this what it means to be the center of attention?”
“No, it’s more like――”
Aoba, who replied, turned to face me.
……Huh?
“KITaaa! Ishizuru Shouma is here!!”
“I’ve been waiting, 1st-year!!”
“The student council president’s favorite!!”
“Show us your power that defeated the level boss!!”
“A-ah…”
The cheers from the spectator seats made me realize everything. It seemed like most of them were here for me!?
“……You’re quite popular, aren’t you?”
Kanzaki patted my shoulder.
Ugh, I’m so happy――!!
As I held my head, I heard a familiar voice from above.
“Shouma――!!”
“A-ah!!”
Oh, it’s Anesaki-senpai…!! She’s sitting in the spectator seats with her 2-B classmates, without even contacting me… I had left home for a few days without permission, so she’s probably angry… If she starts scolding me, I won’t be able to take it, so I’ll just pretend I didn’t hear her…
“Ku, can’t you hear me!? Shouma――!!”
“Hey, be careful not to get too close, Anesaki!”
“I brought hot dogs and cola! Ugh, girls always make guys do their bidding… And what’s with all the commotion?”
(Note: I’ve preserved the line breaks and formatting as per your request.)
“That’s the cause of the commotion, isn’t it?”
“Shouma――!! Turn this way, Shouma!!”
“…Ah, that younger brother of mine”
“Naturally, the topic of conversation is different. When we were first years, there weren’t this many spectators.”
“Shinya!! Kyouhei!! Stop chatting and you guys go stop Rina too!!”
“Eh?”
“It’s not ‘eh’!!”
“…Whatever, Maki. He’s definitely listening, right?”
“Shoumaaa――!!”
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I’ve posted the first episode of the side story on the latest note. Although it’s labeled as episode 1, whether it will continue depends on my writing schedule (since I prioritize the main story). It’s a story about the protagonist before he became Shouma. If you read it, you’ll get a better understanding of the story’s setting, but it’s not necessary to read it.
If you’re interested, take a look.
See you next time (ง ˙˘˙ )ว