Classroom of The Elite: A simple task

Fruitful Labor

Ayanokoji Pov:

While heading to the back of the school building, I checked my phone to see the results of matches I had previously blocked for this occasion. One particular result caught my attention—it was the match between Ichinose and Ryuen, and surprisingly, Ryuen had lost. The unexpected outcome piqued my interest, and I wondered how this turn of events would influence the dynamics within the school.

I then focused on other matches. The Horikita versus Kushida match ended with the expected outcome of Kushida's victory. Another intriguing match was between Manabu and Koenji. Unlike the other matches, they had 10 rounds, and the results were almost equal. In the end, Horikita Manabu won by just one match, with a final score of 6-4. I couldn't help but wonder if Nagumo would adopt this method in our match or if one victory would be enough for him.

Shifting my attention, I delved into the current leaders of the exam. Ichinose's class was currently in first place, with my class closely behind in second. Surprisingly, Sakayanagi's class was in the last place. This unexpected turn of events was attributed to Ichinose Interference as well as Kushida like the good pawn she was.

I made my way to the school dormitory, the epicenter of the original crime, my steps purposeful and my mind sharp. As I approached the back of the building, my trained eye immediately caught something significant: clear evidence of footprints beneath the window. It was exactly as I had suspected. The ground, once undisturbed, now bore the mark of an intruder, leading directly to the window.

With careful precision, I entered the dormitory and proceeded to Nazuna's room. As I stepped inside, I meticulously examined the window. There, unmistakable marks confirmed my theory: the culprit had used this window as both an entry and exit point. Scratches and scuffs on the frame indicated the methodical placement of a rope ladder, a makeshift tool that had facilitated their climb.

The pieces of the puzzle were falling into place. It was apparent that the perpetrator had utilized a rope ladder to ascend to the window, commit the crime, and then escape undetected. This clever maneuver allowed them to bypass the surveillance inside the dormitory, outsmarting the very security system meant to protect the students.

However, I knew the key to solving this mystery lay in the details. With a keen eye and a focused mind, I meticulously scanned every inch of the room. The placement of objects, the subtlest of disturbances, and the ambiance of the space all held vital clues. I left no corner unexplored, considering every possibility and weighing each piece of evidence.

As I continued my meticulous examination of the room, my focus homed in on the area around the window, seeking additional evidence to confirm my theory. It didn't take long for my keen eyes to spot more subtle clues that further substantiated the use of the window as both an entry and exit point.

Firstly, I noticed tiny scratches on the window frame, indicative of repeated contact with a rope ladder. The friction between the ladder and the frame had left behind these telltale marks, evidence of a careful ascent and descent. A closer inspection revealed faint imprints of rope fibers, confirming that a makeshift ladder had indeed been used, leaving its distinct signature behind.

Next, I turned my attention to the curtains. Upon careful examination, I found slight tears near the bottom, consistent with someone brushing against them during a hurried escape. The pattern of the tears matched the height at which a person climbing down a rope ladder might have made contact with the fabric. It was a subtle detail, but a crucial one, providing yet another piece of the puzzle.

My eyes then fell upon the carpet beneath the window. There, I observed faint smudges and dirt marks, indicating the placement of someone's shoes as they climbed in and out. The pattern of the marks suggested a swift, purposeful movement, reinforcing the notion of a rapid escape.