You Will Regret This Ichinose! [185]

Weekend – Student Council Office

Horikita Manabu took one final glance around the Student Council office, committing every detail to memory.

Like Uesugi Gen, he had joined the Student Council in his first year. This place held a special significance for him.

Suppressing his lingering attachment, he exhaled slowly and turned to Uesugi Gen.

"From today onward, this office officially belongs to you."

Uesugi nodded. "So that means I can finally exercise my full authority as Student Council President?"

"In theory, yes," Horikita responded indifferently.

"But let me remind you—power comes with responsibility. From now on, every document you approve will have unforeseen consequences for this school."

"I understand."

Uesugi’s tone was solemn.

Then, without missing a beat, he pulled out his phone and made a call.

"Hello, Boss? Just wanted to let you know—I’m officially the Student Council President now. So from now on, I expect double copies of every new game and manga release!"

"Huh? You’ll set aside three copies for me? Oh, how could I possibly accept such generosity!"

"Haha, of course! You and I hit it off right from the start!"

"By the way, let the ramen shop owner next door know—next time I visit, I want double the chashu and toppings."

"Yes, of course, of course."

"Haha, you too, you too! I’ve never met such a generous businessman in my life!"

…

After hanging up, Uesugi gazed toward the sunlight, sighing wistfully.

"So this is the duty of a Student Council President—bringing joy and comfort to others. I think I’m finally starting to grasp the wisdom behind your words, Horikita-senpai."

Horikita Manabu: "…"

He stared at Uesugi in complete disbelief, black lines practically forming on his forehead.

The thought that this guy was his successor…

And worse, that he had some unclear relationship with his own sister…

It was enough to give him a heart attack.

Whatever. He had already stepped down.

Even if it pained him, he had to endure.

He could only hope the contingency measures he had left behind would prevent this lunatic from running wild.

Taking one last look at the office layout, Horikita Manabu felt a pang of nostalgia.

Soon, none of this will remain.

Knowing Uesugi’s personality, it was only a matter of time before he remodeled everything in his preferred gaming aesthetic.

"Since the handover is complete, I’ll be taking my leave."

With that, he decisively turned toward the door.

No matter how much reluctance he felt, life must move forward.

"Wait."

Uesugi’s voice lazily called from behind.

"Is there something you don’t understand?" Horikita Manabu asked, turning back.

"I’ve already explained everything. If you have questions, just email me."

"Oh, I don’t have any questions about that."

Uesugi grinned.

"There’s just one last thing I need your help with."

This was a thought he had harbored ever since joining the Student Council.

And now that he had officially taken over as president—

It was time to make it a reality.

"Horikita Manabu."

Uesugi adjusted the nonexistent glasses on his face, leisurely scanning Horikita from head to toe.

Then, in a calm voice, he declared—

"I see great potential in you. Would you consider joining the Student Council?"

The silence was broken by a flustered, irritated, and utterly unwilling voice from somewhere in the room.

"W-Wait a minute! P-President, weren’t you planning to recruit a first-year girl? The Student Council positions are already filled!"

That’s right.

It was Masumi Kamuro.

Since he lacked a Tachibana to serve as his dedicated assistant, Uesugi had to settle for someone else.

And out of all the girls he knew, only Masumi Kamuro was willing (or rather, forced) to play along.

"There’s still one vacancy left, isn’t there?"

Uesugi’s voice remained low and deliberate.

"That position… surely you don’t mean—"

"Exactly."

Uesugi turned to Horikita Manabu, his lips curling into a smirk.

"Horikita Manabu, you have potential. If you join the Student Council, I will use my authority to appoint you as the Vice President."

"The next Student Council President… will be you."

His confident, unwavering declaration echoed throughout the office.

Horikita Manabu: "…"

He understood now.

This bastard just didn’t want to handle all the paperwork.

And now that he only had one semester left, he wanted to drag him back in as a workhorse.

"I refuse. I’ve already resigned."

"There’s no rule saying you can’t rejoin after quitting," Uesugi countered smoothly.

"Besides, my power as Student Council President is absolute."

Then, his expression darkened—

And he roared:

"Submit to me, Horikita Manabu! Become my subordinate! This is my long-awaited revenge for all the times you dragged me into meetings! For all the sleep I’ve lost because of you! Now you will atone!"

"I refuse."

Horikita Manabu remained unmoved, his tone calm as ever.

"Heh."

A sinister chuckle filled the room.

Uesugi’s smirk deepened, as if he had anticipated this response.

"Originally, I wanted to approach you with friendly negotiations," he mused.

"But since you insist on keeping your distance… I suppose I have no choice but to reveal my trump card."

With a dramatic flourish, he whipped out a sheet of paper and slammed it onto the desk.

BANG!

"You haven’t forgotten about this, have you?"

Horikita Manabu’s expression darkened the moment his eyes landed on the document.

That contract.

That one condition.

Uesugi’s face twisted into a grotesque grin as he burst into laughter.

"Ahahahaha! I gave it back to you last time, but you didn’t take it!"

"Since that’s the case, don’t mind if I do!"

"Horikita Manabu! As Student Council President, I hereby order you to rejoin the Student Council!"

"I appoint you to the position of Administrative Officer."

"From this day forward, you are forbidden from falling ill, taking leave, arriving late, or skipping class. You will dedicate yourself entirely to the Student Council! You will serve me until the day you perish! Your life and honor now belong to your President!"

Horikita Manabu’s face stiffened.

"Are you seriously threatening me into this?" he asked in a deadpan tone.

"You realize I can just call Suzune?"

"Go ahead!"

Uesugi spread his arms wide, completely unfazed.

"Not only would you have to swallow your pride and ask your own sister for help, but even if you do, the worst she can do is beat me up."

"And honestly? A single beating in exchange for a free workhorse?"

"Totally worth it."

"SO—"

He slammed the table again, his eyes blazing with anticipation.

"Sā, choose!"

"Will you rejoin the Student Council and become my workhorse?"

"Or will you break our contract and forever stain your name as a man who goes back on his word?"

This scenario…

It felt way too familiar.

Once again, he had been ensnared by this guy’s schemes.

Horikita Manabu’s expression flickered.

After a long moment, he clenched his jaw, silently reaching for the contract…

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T/N: DANZO YOU BASTARd oh i meant uesugi

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