Chapter 118 What Is The Appropriate Course Of Action?

As students from each class gradually disembarked from the cruise ship and stepped onto the deserted island, the first thing they saw was a makeshift base that had been set up.

To call it a makeshift base was an exaggeration. It was more like a small outpost cobbled together from tents, equipped with various tools, furniture, and tables just like those used during sports festivals.

However, the students coming off the cruise ship immediately noticed it.

Because there, not only were various sophisticated instruments and machinery arranged, but there was also a helicopter parked nearby.

Fang Li, who also disembarked from the cruise ship, nodded slightly.

"It seems the school has made various emergency preparations."

Although it was a special exam, the students were ultimately left to survive in the wilderness on their own.

If any problem arose that caused significant harm to the students, the blame would fall on the school, even if it was an exam.

Therefore, to cope with unexpected situations, the school had surely made meticulous arrangements and measures to prevent any misfortune befalling the students.

Chabashira Sae, who also disembarked from the cruise ship, confirmed this with a slight nod.

"Before you depart, I want to give you something," said Chabashira Sae, taking out a wristwatch.

It was a very simple and straightforward electronic wristwatch.

"All of you must receive one of these watches. Until the exam concludes one week from now, you cannot take it off and must wear it properly on your wrist."

Chabashira Sae emphasized the importance.

"This watch not only tells time but also includes sensors to detect body temperature, pulse, and movement. It even has a satellite positioning system. In case of emergencies, it is equipped with a button to send an emergency signal to the school. If any serious problems occur, press the button on the inner side of the watch, and a helicopter will be dispatched immediately to bring you back."

Clearly, the school had taken various precautions for the students' personal safety.

The purpose of this watch was to monitor the students' health conditions, right?

After all, unlike at school, it was impossible to install cameras everywhere on this deserted island.

The school could only use this watch to monitor the students' situation and respond to unforeseen circumstances.

"So, if you remove this watch without permission, you will be penalized. If you press the emergency button, your exam qualification will be revoked. If the school detects any serious health problems through the watch, they will also bring you back based on their judgment. In that case, it will be considered as withdrawal during the exam, so don't jeopardize your own well-being just for points, okay?"

After explaining, Chabashira Sae distributed the watches to everyone.

And the students immediately put them on.

Only Horikita Suzune hesitated for a moment, seemingly contemplating something. Then she sighed as if giving up and put on the watch.

Fang Li also wore his watch.

However, his thoughts were as follows:

(With so many safety measures in place, what's the point of playing wilderness survival?)

If only the adults in his clan had considered all this, Fang Li's training until now would have been much easier.

Of course, if that were the case, the present Fang Li wouldn't be here.

He was well aware of that.

But even knowing that, he couldn't help thinking this way:

(It seems this week of wilderness survival is just a game.)

At least, that's how it felt to Fang Li.

Chabashira Sae, who noticed Fang Li's contemplation, continued her announcement without being moved.

"You've all read the guidebook and confirmed the rules. Now each class needs to choose a leader, right?"

Chabashira Sae surveyed everyone present.

"The presence of a leader will greatly determine your performance in this special exam. Choose the leader carefully, and once you decide, report to me. I will then issue a key card engraved with the leader's name."

"The deadline is until this afternoon's roll call. If you haven't decided on a leader by then, I will randomly select one."

"That's all for the necessary announcements. Any questions?"

After Chabashira Sae finished speaking, the students at the scene looked at each other, uncertain.

In the end, not a single student stepped forward to speak.

It was evident that many hadn't yet processed the suddenness of this special exam.

They had thought it would be a summer vacation, only to be met with such a drastic change. Before their brains could comprehend all the information, they were left in this state.

Chabashira Sae seemed to understand this and didn't insist.

"I'll be watching over you. You can come and ask questions anytime, as long as they fall within the permissible range. I'll do my best to answer. Take your time."

After saying that, Chabashira Sae stepped aside and observed.

From this point on, the students had to make their own decisions and determine their course of action.

But this situation was like throwing a group of underage individuals onto a deserted island. Who could immediately make impeccable decisions and take action?

Finally, Hirata Yousuke stood up.

"We still have time to decide on the leader. Let's think it through and not rush into a decision."

With his usual gentle tone, Hirata Yousuke calmed the many students while speaking.

"Now, let's decide on our next course of action for the time being. We can determine the rest later."

Hirata Yousuke's words finally elicited some response from the students present.

"Yousuke is right." Karuizawa Kei, in the first instance, affirmed her boyfriend Hirata Yousuke and expressed, "Let's follow Yousuke's guidance for now."

Karuizawa Kei's words received unanimous agreement from the classmates.

Especially the girls.

"If it's Hirata-san, it'll be fine."

"We leave it to you, Hirata-san."

"Please tell us what to do next."

"Yes, yes."

The girls acknowledged Hirata Yousuke's leadership position.

This made some of the boys feel dissatisfied, but they didn't voice any objections.

Overall, with Hirata Yousuke taking the lead, everyone seemed to have no objections.

"Hirata-san, we're counting on you."

It was a request from Kushida Kikyou, said in a beseeching manner.

In such an overwhelming situation, Hirata Yousuke didn't decline.

However...

"I'd like to hear Nanaya-san's opinion first."

Hirata Yousuke turned his gaze to Fang Li and said those words sincerely.

"Nanaya-san, could you please share your thoughts with us?"

Hirata Yousuke made this earnest request.