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But compared to that, Kanda Shuichi was more interested in another piece of information Sato Ken had mentioned unintentionally.

"Senior Sato, did you just say there are less than 300 students in the second and third years combined?"

This school has four classes in each grade, with 40 students in each class. That means there should be 160 students per grade, and 320 students for two grades combined.

But when they first met, Senior Sato Ken said there were less than 300 students in the second and third years combined. So where did at least 20 students go?

Could they have been sent to Tokyo Bay?

Does your school do such things too?

Is it not safe here either?

Kanda Shuichi expected Sato Ken to answer immediately, but he saw a slightly surprised expression on Sato Ken's face.

"By the way, you two are..."

Ah, the topic was naturally changed.

No choice, let's introduce ourselves first, or it would be impolite.

"Ah, sorry, I'm Miyake Akito from Class 1-D."

"I'm Kanda Shuichi from the same class."

"Class D?"

Sato Ken's face became even more surprised, but he quickly covered it up.

"What's wrong with Class D?"

Noticing his momentary surprise, Kanda Shuichi immediately asked.

"No, nothing. Where were we? Oh yes, about the temporary manager of the shop..."

It was clear that Sato Ken didn't want to continue talking about the class topic and instead started introducing various equipment in the shop to Miyake.

As for Kanda Shuichi, he could tell that he wasn't an archery student, at least not with the calluses that long-term archery practice would leave on the fingers.

Miyake, on the other hand, didn't seem sensitive to unknown matters and was easily led off-topic by Sato Ken.

Later, using the excuse of testing the bow, Sato Ken took Miyake to the temporary area behind the shop for a trial.

Kanda Shuichi, seeing Miyake Akito's apologetic look, sat down on a nearby bench and casually picked up a large bow hanging nearby.

While stroking the well-crafted bow, he thought about what had just happened.

First, Sato Ken seemed to emphasize his identity as a Class A student during his introduction, even if subconsciously. He was probably proud or smug about being in Class A.

Also, when asked why there were less than 300 students in the second and third years, he strongly changed the topic and didn't dwell on the class issue for long.

He even quickly identified Miyake as the main customer of the shop, or a future member of the archery club, while Kanda was just a companion.

So, what conclusions can be drawn?

For example, the class labels might represent different things? That's why he felt proud of being in Class A and surprised that they were in Class D.

There wasn't enough information to see the full picture.

Kanda Shuichi rubbed his temples and decided to relax his mind.

About twenty minutes later, Miyake came out from the back and saw Kanda holding the bow.

"Hmm? Kanda, are you interested in archery too?"

"You can't say there's no interest at all, but I'm more curious about how this bow is made. I'm not that interested in archery itself."

This was true. In his past life, Kanda Shuichi was a craftsman, so he was naturally interested in these things.

"Don't say that. Making and maintaining bows and arrows is also part of archery. If you can't always pay attention to the condition of the bow and arrows, you can't be called a qualified archer."

At this moment, Sato Ken came out from the back holding a form.

"Miyake, this is the order information. Please confirm it."

"Okay, Sato-senpai."

After handing the form to Miyake, Sato looked at Kanda. "How about it? Are you interested in joining the archery club? There are members who are good at making and maintaining bows and arrows."

So, Miyake had already decided to join the archery club?

Faced with Sato Ken's invitation, Kanda was tempted. This way, he could join the same club as his new friend and continue his craftwork.

Seeing Sato Ken's expectant expression, Kanda Shuichi decided...

"Well, I'll think about it. If I'm interested, I'll contact you through Miyake."

When Kanda Shuichi spoke, Sato Ken thought he had succeeded, but it turned out to be a false alarm. Still, today's harvest was not bad.

Miyake Akito, quite skilled. Let's take him to the national competition this summer to broaden his horizons.

"Senpai, I've confirmed it."

"Okay, let me see." Sato Ken took the order from Miyake Akito and nodded. "No problem. It will be delivered to the club by tomorrow afternoon at the latest. You can come directly then."

"Thank you, senpai."

"I'm happy to have such an excellent junior join the archery club." Sato Ken smiled brightly again.

"One last piece of advice, don't waste your personal points carelessly."

Seeing his winking but unwilling-to-say-more expression, Kanda Shuichi didn't continue to ask. After all, he had given a free tip.

After leaving the store, the two headed to the daily necessities shop.

"Hey, Kanda. What did Sato-senpai mean by not wasting points carelessly? And when I was choosing a bow, he recommended cheap and durable products."

"Oh? He recommended that to you?" Kanda Shuichi turned his head.

"Yes, he said I don't have many points now, so I can upgrade my equipment later when I have more points."

Miyake answered honestly.

"I see. It seems Sato Ken values you a lot, Miyake."

"Is that so?" Miyake didn't seem overly flattered.

"Let's buy our stuff first and talk more when we get back to the dorm."

The center of the shopping street was occupied by a large mall called Keyaki Mall Shopping Center. It had various shops and places for students to eat, drink, and have fun.

Judging by the number of students coming and going, it was very popular.

However, Kanda Shuichi and Miyake Akito didn't plan to join the crowd. First, they didn't like crowds, and second, Kanda Shuichi just wanted to buy some daily necessities and go back to the dorm to rest.

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