A Vengeful Retribution

Chapter 10: Class League Match

3rd POV

Yap: (Nods) Very well. It's a promise. Now, if you'll excuse me, I have to focus on my class.

With a curt nod, Yap turned and walked into his classroom. Lingyin Huang watched him go, a fire of determination burning in her eyes. She had a challenge to prepare for, and she was determined to make the most of this opportunity.

After school hours, Ichika had indeed arranged a meeting between Lingyin, Yap, Cecilia, and Houki. The location was an empty classroom where they could have some privacy.

Lingyin: (Crossing her arms) Well, here we all are. So, what's this meeting for?

Yap: (Taking charge) To discuss the challenge you proposed, Miss Huang. Since you're so keen on proving something, let's lay out the terms.

Lingyin: (Defiant) Fine, I'm ready.

Yap: Well, let's change things a little. Yes, you'll still be proving something, but in this case, your opponent isn't me.

Lingyin: Already backing out? Heh. I'd expect no less from a coward like-

Yap: Allow me to finish. Your opponents are Miss Cecilia Alcott and Miss Houki Shinonono. In case this isn't clear enough. Then let me explain more. Ichika, sadly, still has yet to grasp the basic controls of an IS. (Turns to Ichika) This is not meant to take a jab at you or offend you, Ichika.

Ichika: Eh, it's fine. No worries.

Yap: And since all 3 of you have some degree of relationship with him..

Cecilia: You're asking us to train him?

Yap: Correct. Now before you ask "why not you instead of us 3?" , let me show you why.

He digs out a book full of his notes and puts it on the table.

Yap: Can anyone understand what all these are about?

Ichika: Err.... 

Lingyin:  (Scowling) What's the point of this?

Cecilia: (Confused) I can't make heads or tails of it. It makes sense but.. it leads to more questions??

Houki: It's like trying to decipher a foreign language.. Not to mention it's all scattered around.

Yap: (Smirking) Exactly. My point is that you three, with your experience and skills, can break down complex concepts and explain them in a way that Ichika can understand. Considering Ichika's current status, this is the best way for him to make progress. And for fairness, we can all set our own goals and see who reaches them first. Does that sound acceptable?

Houki: (Considering) I suppose that makes sense.

Lingyin: (Smirking) Fine, I'll take this chance to show that I'm the best here. It doesn't matter who my opponents are.

Yap: (Businesslike) Good. Let's set our goals and start this challenge. We'll see who can help Ichika make the most progress in IS piloting.

With that, Yap puts back his notebook in his bag, and exits the classroom and leaving the 3 females to figure out how to train Ichika in using an IS.

The challenge was set, and the three determined females, Cecilia, Houki, and Lingyin, were left to plan how to train Ichika in the use of an IS. They had their work cut out for them, as Ichika was still struggling with the basics.

Cecilia: (Thoughtful) Alright, we need a structured training plan. We should focus on his weaknesses first.

Houki: (Nodding) Agreed. He needs to get the basics down before we move on to anything more advanced.