Merits (Classroom Of The Elite X Male Reader)

Trade & Request

(Y/N) POV

The rehearsal of "The Wings of Icarus" took place in the theater of a luxury ship. There was a few audiences in the theater, watching the whole rehearsal. One of them was my homeroom teacher, Chabashira Sae.

I sat next to her.

Me: This feels like a waste of taxpayer money.

Chabashira:  A few days ago, a certain man contacted the school. "Expel (Y/N) (L/N)."

Me: Wonder what that could mean. I don't know who that person was, but I don't think you can expel someone without a reasonable reason.

Chabashira: Naturally. So long as you are student here, the rules will protect you. Of course, if you cause any trouble, that's another matter altogether.

I stared at her for a while.

Me: Sorry to inform you, but unlike the arrogant Icarus, I don't pick fights with the sun.

Chabashira: Oh, how naive can you be, Secretary of Student Council. Can't you understand? If I decide you're a problem, then I'll expel you myself. No matter how powerful the power of Student Council President hold, we, the teachers, still have the power to expel students without interference from third party.

Me: Are you threatening me?

Chabashira: I'm offering a trade. If you will attempt to reach Class A, I'll cover for you, unilaterally. A good deal, don't you think?

Me: It's out of the question.

I stood up and was about to leave but...

Chabashira: Then I'm afraid, (L/N)...

I looked at her with sharp gaze.

Chabashira: You're going to be expelled and lose your freedom.

I grabbed her collar with angry expression. She, however didn't flinch by my outburst.

Me: You call yourself a teacher?

Chabashira: Make your decision now. Will you try for Class A, or be expelled? Student Council Secretary.

The light was dimmed indicating that the rehearsal is over. I let her go and regained my composure.

Me: You may come to regret trying to manipulate.

Chabashira: I don't mind. My life is already full of regrets.

I walked to the deck of the ship while dialing someone's number.

Me: Throw away my freedom to protect my freedom...

As soon as I leaned on the railing, the person answered my call.

Hiyori: Hello.

Me: Hey, sorry for calling you this late.

Hiyori: It's fine, it's fine. So, is there anything you need?

Me: Well, yeah.

Hiyori: What is it? I'll try to help as much as I can.

Me: I see. Well, are you with Ryuen right now, by any chance?

Hiyori: What a coincidence. I'm standing just beside him right now. I can pass the phone if you want to talk to him.

Me: No need. I'll go there myself. Where are you?

Hiyori: The snooker place.

Me: Okay, I'll be there shortly. Thanks, by the way.

Hiyori: It's not a problem.

I ended the call and made my way towards the snooker place.

Hiyori POV

Ryuen: So, what did he say?

He asked while playing snooker with one of the leaders of Class A, Katrusagi. Albert and Ibuki were also here.

Me: He wished to meet you. And judging by your effort trying to get him out from Class D, you don't mind letting him join this little meeting of yours, do you?

Ryuen:*smirks* Nope, not at all.

Katsuragi: You should consider my presence here before letting another guest, you know. And who is this (L/N) guy, anyway?

Ryuen: A close friend of my little friend over there.

Katsuragi looked at me and I just waved while smiling.

Katsuragi: And what makes you interested in him, Ryuen?

Ryuen: His physical ability. Even Sudou were scared of him.

Katsuragi: I see.

Me: And I'm gonna say he's quite smart since he figured out I tried to make him leave his class.

After a few minutes, a certain boy with black hair walked up to us.

Ryuen: Ah, you're finally here, (L/N).

(Y/N) POV

Me: Hey.

I noticed there were more people here than I thought.

Katsuragi: So you're (L/N).

Me: And you're Katsuragi-kun. Huh, I don't expect to see you here.

I said and shook his hand.

Katsuragi: I have some business with Class C leader. I believe you're the same?

Me: Yeah.

Ryuen: So, what do you need, (L/N)? I have heard what Katsuragi want so it's your turn.

Me: Well, remember what you said to me when we first met? You said that if I need anything from you just say it. And I want something from you now.

Ryuen: Oh?

He grinned.

Ryuen: State it.

To be continued...