"I see. So Himeji-san is transferring schools..."
After Yuuji and I met up with Minami and Hideyoshi, we're now in our F class.
"If so, it's not enough even if the teahouse is successful."
Yuuji looks around the tattered classroom as he said this.
"That's not enough? Why?"
"There are three reasons why Himeji-san's dad wants her to transfer."
Yuuji says as he puts up three fingers.
"First, the learning facilities that are so lacking that there are only straw mats and cardboard boxes. In other words, this isn't a pleasant studying environment. If the teahouse succeeds, at least we can use the money to settle the problem."
Yuuji says as he folds one finger down.
"Second, this old and dilapidated classroom. In other words, the study environment here will be damaging to her health in the long run."
"So you're saying that the first is the setup of the classroom, while the second is the classroom itself?"
"That's right. As for these, there is no way we can settle this by using the small amount of money we earn through the teahouse. If we want to repair the classroom, we have to get assistance from the school."
If we have money, we can buy tables and chairs. However, if we want to improve the classroom, we have to settle the admin matters and get contractors over. This isn't something that we can do ourselves, which is probably what Yuuji's trying to imply.
"And the third point, the last one—is the poor standard of our class. In other words, this environment isn't going to let Himeji-san continue to improve."
Though we can take part in social clubs, in order to improve ourselves, close competition is required. As long as Himeji-san's in F class, she can't expect this sort of competition around.
"I give up, there are too many problems."
"That's true. It's alright if it's just one point, the second and third are going to be difficult."
At first, having a summoning battle would have settled the problem, but right now, the situation has gotten complicated.
"That's not true. As for the third point, hasn't Himeji and Shimada come up with a plan?"
Yuuji turns to look at Minami.
Come to think of it, Himeji-san said that she wanted to surprise her dad during class today. If she can win the summoning battle, it can definitely prove that F class has the capability to compete with the best. If so, the competition is settled.
"This is because Mizuki asked me, saying 'I don't want to transfer schools, so please help me.' Even though I hate to take part in unnecessary entertainment like summoning battle, I can't refuse if she asks me like this, no?"
Minami looks rather gentle, which is so unlike her. In an instant, it took my eyes away. She looks like an onee-chan who'll take care of her sister. Maybe she has a younger brother or sister?
"If Shouko is to take part in the tournament, it'll be hard for us to win. However, she doesn't seem to be interested in such things. With Himeji and Shimada's ability, there's a high chance that they'll win."
"That's right, both of you can do it."
If Kirishima-san is to take part in this, her partner would be from class A as well. It'll be a tough battle. It's great that she's uninterested in this summoning battle.
"Actually, it'll be best if some student other than Himeji-san is to participate."
"Let's not talk about it."
If it's another pairing, we probably won't be able to make it past the preliminaries. This is because F class is full of idiots.
"If Himeji and Shimada is to win, it'll generate publicity for the teahouse, this would be killing two birds with one stone."
Hideyoshi says as he nods in agreement. Since our class is in the old and dirty campus, this sort of publicity would be great.
"Then, Sakamoto, leaving that aside, what about the second problem?"
"No matter, we'll just talk to the principal."
Yuuji says with 'a matter of fact' look.
"Just this? The principal will settle this once we talk to her?"
"I say, no matter how terrible this is, it's still an institute of education, you know? No matter what kind of policy they have, as long as a student's health is affected, we have the right to request for an improvement."
If we can do this, then there's hope that all three problems would be solved.
"Then let's see the principal."
As the saying goes, strike the iron when it's hot, is that it?
"That's right, so now, we'll march into her office. Hideyoshi and Shimada, you two think about the preparations for the school festival. Also, if you see Ironman, tell him that we've already gone home."
Yuuji stood up as he gives the instructions. To be able to give orders so naturally, I guess that's a talent in itself.
"Mm, I got it. If we see Ironman or Kirishima Shouko, we'll tell them that."
Hideyoshi smiles as he says that. Once Kirishima-san's name was mentioned, Yuuji looks flabbergasted.
"Aki, you got to do it well."
"OK, leave it to me."
Receiving Minami's voice of support, Yuuji and I left the classroom, and head towards the principal's office.
