Faced with Kanzaki Saku's question, Kaguya was momentarily at a loss for how to answer.
After all, it wasn't Saku's abilities that she had set her sights on, but rather his body and his status as Yukino's boyfriend.
In Kaguya's vision, Kanzaki Saku was meant to come to the Student Council merely to serve as a decorative mascot—a "flower vase." Then, after a series of operations showcasing her peak intellectual warfare, he would be captured by her and become her exclusive possession.
However, since Kanzaki Saku had actively asked for work, Kaguya had no choice but to satisfy him.
But she certainly couldn't let him manage areas like Public Morals or Clubs. If she did, how could she possibly drive a wedge between him and Yukino?
Therefore, after sufficient consideration, Kaguya decided to assign Kanzaki Saku a rather abstract and idle position—Head of Academic Affairs!
Although studying is technically a student's heavenly duty, focusing on academics in a special school like Shuchiin—where most students are either immensely wealthy or of noble descent—was like asking Kobe Bryant to learn how to fly a helicopter.
You couldn't say it was useless, but by the time you actually needed to use it, you were probably not far from doom.
Kaguya set down her teacup to mask her awkwardness.
"The Student Council's responsibilities are broad. Since Vice President Kanzaki is new, you can start with some fundamental and important work, such as... managing the school's academic atmosphere."
Kanzaki Saku: "???"
Managing the academic atmosphere? Saku thought to himself that he was all too familiar with this.
Rules like "no looking up during self-study" and "no mobile phones or extracurricular books allowed in school"—he could serve them all up and let the folks at Shuchiin experience the joys of exam-oriented education.
"As for the more specific work arrangements, I will have Secretary Fujiwara compile a detailed plan and hand it to you," Kaguya instructed.
"For the moment, the librarian has reported that books have been frequently going missing from the library recently. If you have time, you could go over and help take a look."
Kanzaki Saku accepted the first task Kaguya assigned him.
"Alright, I'll find some time to check it out."
"Very well, that concludes today's meeting." Kaguya glanced at the time and felt it was about right. "Vice President Kanzaki, you should return to your class first. Lessons are about to begin."
Saku stood up to take his leave. Hayasaka Ai escorted him to the office door, gently reminding him:
"Be careful on the way, Vice President. Please contact me anytime if you need anything."
Kanzaki Saku walked out of the Student Council's imposing carved wooden doors. He hadn't gone ten meters when a set of brisk footsteps approached from behind.
"Vice President Kanzaki~ Please wait a moment!"
Fujiwara Chika trotted over to catch up, her short pink hair bouncing with her movements, the butterfly bow on her bangs swaying to and fro.
She came to a stop in front of Kanzaki Saku, her hands clasped behind her back. She tilted her face up, wearing a smile that looked very deliberately sweet.
"Just now in the office, my attitude might have been a little unfriendly. I am truly, very sorry!" She bowed slightly.
"Actually, you know, I always thought President Kaguya would save the Vice President position for me."
Fujiwara Chika looked up, her expression showing obvious disappointment and self-mockery, which was quickly replaced by apology.
"After all, I've worked in the Student Council for quite a long time, and I'm familiar with all aspects of the business. So, seeing such an outstanding Vice President suddenly parachute in today, it was inevitable that I felt a little slighted. I said some strange things, so please don't take it to heart, Vice President Kanzaki!"
Kanzaki Saku quietly watched her perform, maintaining a gentle smile on his face, but in his heart, he was thinking:
What is this Fujiwara woman stirring up now?
Just a moment ago, she had the mocking face of a minor villain in a heroine drama. Now, she looked like she had transmigrated into a script titled How a Minor Villain Saves Themself.
Seeing that he didn't speak, Fujiwara Chika tsked internally but continued her performance.
"However, after I calmed down and thought about it, the President surely had her reasons for choosing you, Vice President Kanzaki. And you look very reliable and capable! So—"
She revealed a refreshing smile, like the sky clearing after rain.
"—Please take care of me from now on, Vice President Kanzaki! I will work hard to cooperate with you. Let's build a better Student Council together!"
This smile, this tone, this posture... she was the living image of a "good partner" who seemed harsh at first meeting but was actually sensible, considerate of the big picture, and reasonable.
In a shonen anime, she would at least be the second male lead—the only one in the protagonist's group who acted like a decent human being.
Saku couldn't quite figure her out. What was this woman's angle? Split personality? Method acting?
Or was this Fujiwara Chika's true personality after the [Reversal]?
A normal girl who would throw a tantrum over a stolen position but quickly think it through and accept it calmly... Hmm, a slightly petty but fundamentally good-natured ordinary girl?
No. Kanzaki Saku immediately rejected this thought. He absolutely did not believe Fujiwara Chika could be any kind of "ordinary girl."
However, Saku didn't pay it too much mind. Because no matter how these women plotted and schemed, in the end, they just wanted his body. It was truly absurd.
It felt like it would be better to just learn from Kita: top up ten thousand yen and directly join the "Kanzaki Saku Family Bucket" to enjoy that silky smoothness.
"Secretary Fujiwara, you are too polite," Saku finally spoke. "I'm the one who should be thanking you for your tolerance and understanding. I'll need your help a lot in future work. After all, I truly don't know much about Student Council affairs."
Fujiwara Chika immediately waved her hand.
"Don't say that, Vice President! Since the President values you, your abilities must be very strong! But between you and me..."
She suddenly leaned in a little closer, lowering her voice.
"That matter about the missing books in the library is actually quite interesting, you know? It seems to have already become a ghost story among the students. They say it's a library ghost."
Having said this, Fujiwara Chika winked at Saku, then bid him farewell.
"Well then, I'll go back to organize the plan! You should hurry to class, Vice President. See you later~"
Watching Fujiwara Chika's light and graceful retreating figure, Kanzaki Saku stood where he was and rubbed his chin.
"Library... ghost story..." Saku repeated in a low voice, the corners of his mouth slowly curling up.
He felt he was going to encounter something very interesting.
But for now, it was better to go back and tease Bocchi-chan!
As soon as Kanzaki Saku returned to the classroom, he saw Bocchi-chan assaulting a guitar.
Behind his seat, Gotoh Hitori was holding her guitar in an extremely exaggerated posture, headbanging wildly at the air. Her long pink hair danced chaotically, and her mouth was making "buzz buzz" sounds, though it was unclear exactly what she was imitating.
A few passing classmates walked around her as if this were nothing strange—everyone was long accustomed to Bocchi's daily outbursts.
Kanzaki Saku walked up to her and stopped.
Bocchi-chan didn't notice him at all, completely immersed in her rock superstar fantasy:
"...Next up is Guitar Hero's signature shredding! Let me show you what world-class looks like—"
"Gotoh-san," Kanzaki Saku's gentle voice rang out.
This greeting from Kanzaki Saku was super effective, dealing a direct critical hit to Gotoh Hitori.
Gotoh Hitori, unable to battle!
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