It was a bright sunny morning. Ikki and Poppy met Suoh in the middle of the way to school.

Suoh: Yo! Ikki.

Ikki: Sup.

Suoh: Man, I'm so glad exams are finally over. How do you think you did?

Ikki: I think I did just fine. What about you?

Suoh: I'm praying for a miracle right now.

Ikki: I take it you didn't study.

Suoh: O-Of course I did!

Ikki: Riiight.

Suoh: Changing the topic, did you hear? Our school's building a new dorm section to replace the old sheds.

Ikki: Okay.

Poppy: But what of it?

Suoh: A war will most certainly unfold soon.

Ikki: What's this about a war?

Suoh: The new dorm will have a whole ton of space, 10 rooms, two bathrooms... Now all the clubs are dukin' it out to get that dorm for themselves.

Ikki: Okay, but a "war"? Aren't you exaggerating a bit there?

The three arrived at the school's courtyard, where the girls' basketball team was staring at the archery club.

Ikki: Can somebody explain to me why do we even have these clubs?

Airi: Clubs are a very important part of our school. Principal Anzai wants students to enjoy college life and be active.

They looked to see Airi walking up to them with a girl.

Ikki: Oh. Asaka.

Airi: There are many other benefits to being in a club.

Ikki: Such as...?

Suoh: If you're grades are good enough, you can skip the last lesson of the day to join your club.

Airi: There's also less homework, and extra credit depending on the club.

Ikki: That does sound convenient.

Suoh: By the way, who's the girl next to you?

Airi: Oh. This is our new transfer student, Shion Kiyama. She'll be attending Chisai University starting today.

Shion: H-Hi...

Suoh: Nice to meet you new girl. I'm Suoh Terashima.

Shion: N-Nice to meet you Senpai.

Ikki: Well, let's get to class before we're late.

Later, it was P.E class. A school staff member came with an announcement.

School Staff: Coach Komorebi was layed off from work after it was discovered that he was involved in an affair with one of the female teachers, along with other women outside the college facilities. He's now facing dire financial punishment after being sued by his wife and the female teacher's husband.

Suoh: Geez... people and their thrill-seeking.

After hearing about the previous coach, the students wondered who was going to be their sub-teacher until the full-time replacement arrived.

As quickly as the question popped in their minds, the Principal himself walks in wearing the school's signature P.E uniform.

Anzai: Hello there. I'm Shinosuke Anzai, your school principal. I'll be your sub-teacher for the upcoming months.

Everyone: (Is this a prank..?)

Airi: Principal Anzai? Are you sure about this? Don't you have duties to fulfill as the principal?

Anzai: Some of you may already know this, but I was a P.E teacher back in my youth. So I'm no stranger to this field. Besides, it is a Principal's duty to oversee activity around campus. I believe I'm more than qualified.

When the lesson began, Anzai gave very strict work-outs, but nothing over-the-top. Everyone did mostly fine. Except for one person...

And that one person was Ikki, obviously.

Ikki was on the ground breathing heavily. Then Agatha walks up to him.

Agatha: You won't be able to clear the game like that. You need to work on that stamina.

Ikki: I... ...know...

Then they hear the bell.

Anzai: Class dismissed.

Thes students began to leave. When Ikki finally managed to regain his breath, he was called in by the Principal.

Anzai: Inuzuka-kun. May I speak with you before you leave?

Ikki: Huh?

Then Agatha whispers something to him.

Agatha: That man... he who runs things around this place. If you were to get him on your side, it would certainly be to your advantage.

Ikki: What are you trying to say?

Agatha: I say make him one of your contractors.

Ikki: What's in it for me?

Agatha: That's for you to decide.

Agatha leaves the school gym with the other students. Then Ikki walks up to Anzai.

Ikki: Sup?

Anzai: First of all, how is life so far here in Chisai?

Ikki: It's fine.

Anzai: I see. Good. Remember, if there's anything troubling you, don't keep it bottled up inside.

Ikki: Okay?

Anzai: Now, about your performance in class...

Ikki: I know. It was bad.

Anzai: It was terrible. Of course I don't expect any of my students to be perfect, but that was just straight-up terrible.

Ikki: Sorry.

Anzai: No. Don't apologize. Although I gotta ask, how much do you exercise everyday?

Ikki: Does walking count?

Anzai: Just as I thought. Can you come to my office after school?

Ikki: Sorry. I got stuff to do.

Anzai: Then here's my contact info. Give me a call when you're ready to talk.

Ikki: Sure.

The team headed for the rooftop for a conversation.

Suoh: Okay everyone. New mission! Figuring out how are we gonna celebrate!

That got everyone confused.

Suoh: I mean come on. The Lovers Labyrinth raid was a success, and exams are finally over. What better time to celebrate?

Airi: I agree. It's true that after everything that has happened we deserve to let loose a little.

Suoh: I say let's get drunk!

Airi: When I say "let loose" I don't mean going crazy. How about we just go to Kisaragi-san's?

Ikki: We can't go to his place every single time. We have to try all kinds of things in order to grow as people. Kisaragi-san said so himself.

Airi: What do you think, Ikki-kun?

Shiro: H-Huh!?

Suoh: That's right. You were the MVP of that raid. We should let you decide.

Ikki: Well... um... how about Chinese?

There was a moment of silence.

Airi: That actually sounds good.

Suoh: I know this new buffet that just opened up in Chinatown. We can go there!

Ikki: A buffet is a restaurant where you serve yourself as eat as much as you can, right?

Airi: That's correct.

Ikki: I've never been to a buffet. Let's go.

Airi: Then it's unanimous!

Suoh: The buffet won't open until 5:30. We can do some sight-seeing until then.

Airi: That's a great idea. I know. Maybe we should invite Shion?

Suoh: You mean the new girl?

Airi: Maybe It's a good opportunity for us to get to know each other better.

Suoh: Fine by me, and let's not forget about Iwasaki.

The team was in Chinatown.

Ikki: .....

Airi: You've never been to Chinatown, have you?

Ikki: I haven't.

The group was at the doors of the new buffet.

Kenzo: This is a nice place. Thank you for inviting me.

Suoh: Sweet! What are we waiting for?

Airi: There's someone else actually.

That got them confused. Then a dark-skinned girl walked up to them.

Girl: Heyo! Sorry I'm late.

Ikki: Um, who are you?

Girl: Right. I suppose this is our first time meeting IRL.

Suoh: Huh? Do we know you?

Airi: Of course you do. This is Kane.

Everyone: Huh!?

Airi: This is Sachiko Watanabe. She goes to Shironeko University. You already know her as Kane.

Sachiko: You can all just call me Sachiko.

Suoh: Oh yeah! You're the girl from the COMP Smith.

Sachiko: I heard from Ai-chan. Good job kicking Gamma's butt.

Ikki: It was possible thanks to the COMPs you made.

Airi: I know. That's why I feel like it's only fair to let her share this victory with us, so I invited her as well.

Shion: COMPs? Gamma?

Kenzo: Don't mind us. It's just this online game we've been playing.

Sachiko: When I heard you guys were going to a buffet, I just couldn't say no.

Then Sachiko turns to Shion.

Shion: H-Hi...

Sachiko: Nice to meet ya.

Shion: S-Same...

Sachiko: My, I see someone's a little shy.

Suoh: Let's go in, shall we?

They all entered the restaurant.

Airi: Remember, we're on a timer. So let's do our best to get our money's worth.

Ikki: Huh? A timer?

Suoh: 3k yen gets you 90 minutes in a buffet of over one hundred dishes. Meat, sushi, veggies, dessert as far as the eye can see!

Ikki: And it's all you can eat, right?

Suoh: You bet! Let's see who can eat the most in the least amount of sittings!

Ikki: Game on.

Currently, everyone was eating and enjoying their food. Then a waiter walks up to them.

Waiter: Let me clear those dirty plates for you.

But when he was Airi grilling the meat, his expression changed.

Waiter: (Holy mother of heavens! The meat is already burnt on one side while the other is still only half-cooked! I can hear the poor meat crying in agony! There's no way anyone can screw up this badly! This girl... is she a witch!?)

Even without taking a bite, Airi knew right away it was a failure.

Airi: Sorry. I messed up.

Kenzo: That's okay. There's plenty more to go around. Just let others handle the grill from here on.

Airi: Okay.

Kenzo: Now, watch carefully.

When Kenzo took over the grill, it was a completely different result.

Waiter: (Sweet heavens! The meat is glistening like gold!)

Kenzo: Listen, the key to grilling is patience. Wait until the juices start building up on top, and... There. That looks about it.

Airi: Oh, man! I can feel the meaty juices melting in my mouth!

Waiter: (He's the complete opposite from that girl. This young man's skill and delicate preparation is like nothing I've ever seen before!)

Sachiko was drooling like a savage.

Sachiko: I can't take this anymore!

Then she took every last remaining piece and shove it in her mouth.

Sachiko: Hmm! Delish!

Suoh: Hey! That wasn't for you!

Sachiko: Relax. You said it yourself, there's plenty to go around.

Kenzo: That doesn't mean you can just grabs other people's food. What are you, a wolf?

Sachiko: I'm not lying when I say this is good. Say, wanna take care of me after we graduate?

Kenzo: Pass.

The waiter was horrified at Sachiko's eating.

Waiter: (What a horrendous beast! She doesn't care about manners nor presentation. The only thing going through her head right now is her need to fill her stomach! There's absolutely nothing lady-like about this individual.)

As Ikki was eating rice and steak, Airi passes him a plate of smoked veggies.

Airi: Here. You need vegetables to balance all that meat.

Ikki: I do?

Suoh: Yeah. It's basic knowledge.

Sachiko: Guys! Forget formalities! We're on a time here. We won't get our money's worth if we don't chug it down!

Kenzo: Not so fast. Remember, the buffet is a team battle. If we're gonna make this work we all need to work together.

Ikki: That's true. Besides...

Ikki brings more plates of meat, veggies, and sushi.

Ikki: This is a victory/end of exams celebration. We must focus on eating twice the calories we usually consume, or thrice if possible.

Airi: ...T^T... I'm so gonna get fat from this.

Ikki: I won't allow any whining. It's just as Iwasaki says, this is a team battle.

Suoh: That's rich coming from a guy who's been a solo player his whole life.

Ikki: That's got nothing to do with this. From a logical standpoint, it's impossible for a single person to make up for all of us. It's either we're all in or we won't make it.

Shion was in awe.

Shion: So commanding~

Sachiko: What are we waiting for, then? Wolf it down!!

Everyone started eating rapidly, as if they've grown a second stomach.

Suoh: I know. How about we make things more interesting? Whoever consumes the least amount of calories will do everyone's homework for a week.

Airi: Are you crazy!?

Ikki: Game on!!

Shiro: Fine by me.

Kenzo: I guess I'll take on the challenge.

Sachiko: Better be ready, cause my teacher gives very difficult stuff!

Airi: You're seriously going along with this!?

Ikki: I almost forgot. I might as well save some for Mana.

As they continued eating, Shion was recording the guys on her phone.

Shion: Hehehe...

Then Airi seemed like she was ready to burst.

Airi: Meat... no more meat...

Suoh: Damn it! One of us is down!

Airi: Then I guess it's time to move on to the sweets!

Then she started eating different types of cake.

Suoh: Oh. Never mind.

Everyone but Ikki were ready to puke.

Suoh: I've... reached my limit.

Sachiko: Somebody... please kill me...

Everyone was ready to thrown in the towel. But...

Ikki: I guess It's up to me now.

Ikki puts multiple beef cuts on the grill.

Airi: What the-? Ikki-kun!?

Suoh: Look, Ikki, I know you're competitive and all, but this is straight-up suicide!

Ikki: Never underestimate a Genius Gamer.

Kenzo: Look, Inu. We know how great you are! You have nothing to prove!

Ikki: When I first became a gamer, I swore to clear whatever game I set my eyes on, be it a video-game or not. The day I break that oath... will be the day I quit gaming.

Everyone was astonished to hear that.

Sachiko: (This guy... he's a true gamer.)

Ikki: That's why, I won't leave any food on my plate. Just watch, I will clear this game with no continues!

Then Ikki started chowing down faster. Then Suoh and Sachiko stand behind him to cheer him on.

Suoh/Sachiko: EAT! EAT! EAT! EAT! EAT!

Kenzo: This is an interesting buffet experience.

Airi: ...-_-... They're just idiots.

Shion was recording Ikki.

Shion: He's so cool~

When the clock reached 0, they payed the check and left. Ikki had finally kicked the bucked.

Ikki: I barely made it...

Suoh: Dude, it was a miracle that were not rushing you to the hospital right now. Let's just grab some beer next time.

Airi: Let's not forget everyone. The Lovers Labyrinth was just one victory out of many to come. It's just a matter of time before the next Grand Mission is announced. Let's do what we can to prepare until then.

Sachiko: Well, I'm gonna head home. Thanks for inviting me!

Airi: My driver will be picking me up soon. I'll give you guys a ride.

Suoh: For real!?

Then a fancy limo arrived in front of them.

Suoh: A limo!? You didn't had to go that far!

Airi: Well, it is a special occasion.

Ikki: Am I the only one surprised?

Kenzi\o: That's right. We forgot to mention this, but Airi is actually the heiress to the Asaka Group.

Ikki: Wait, for real?

Suoh: Wait. You seriously didn't knew?

Ikki: Well...

Airi: Forget that. Let's all go home and get rest.

After a luxurious feast, everyone went home in style.

After returning home, Poppy speaks up to Ikki.

Poppy: Welcome home. I've been doing my homework and learning of the world while you were out.

Ikki: I see. That's good.

Poppy: I promise to work even harder as a member of your party from now on.

Ikki: We're counting on you.

Poppy: It's getting late.

Ikki: Yeah. We have a big day ahead of us tomorrow.

Ikki and Poppy decide to go to sleep.

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