"Rid Archie, as the current vice-chairman of Elevrad, I am promoting you to the position of new chairman of elevrad," said Miss Karina.
Several Elevrad members who heard Miss Karina's words were surprised. I, however, wasn't too surprised because I already knew that if the position of Elevrad chairman was vacant, the vice-chairman would replace and fill the vacant position.
"I had expected to be promoted to the position of new Elevrad chairman, as I am the vice-chairman. However, I have reservations, Miss. I'm currently only a second-year student. It's impossible for a second-year student like me to become Elevrad chairman straight away. Furthermore, I'm still inexperienced in Elevrad compared to the third- and fourth-year members. I don't think I'm worthy of being Elevrad chairman at this time," I said.
"In fact, I'm promoting you to gain experience, Rid. Besides, I don't think the other members will object to your promotion to Elevrad chairman," said Miss Karina.
"I have no objections if Rid becomes the new Elevrad chairman because, according to the rules, the vice-chairman will become the next Elevrad chairman," said senior Darryl.
"Yes, I have no objections either, even though Rid is our junior," said senior Klara.
"I agree. Besides, even though Rid is our junior, he is the hardest-working and most diligent person in this Elevrad. Therefore, he is very worthy of being the new Elevrad chairman," said senior Nichelle.
"I also have no objections if Rid becomes the new Elevrad chairman," said senior Nadine.
"Me too," said Princess Amelia.
The other Elevrad members also nodded, indicating their agreement that I should become the new Elevrad chairman.
"You see, Rid? The other members don't seem to mind, and they agree with your appointment as the new Elevrad chairman. You must serve as the new Elevrad chairman from now on. This is my order as the principal of this academy," said Miss Karina.
I paused for a moment after hearing Miss Karina's words. Then, a moment later, I began to speak in response to Miss Karina's previous statement.
"Very well, Miss, I will accept my promotion to the new Elevrad chairman," I said.
"It's good that you agree. From now on, Rid Archie will be the new Elevrad chairman," Miss Karina said.
The other Elevrad members applauded after hearing Miss Karina's words.
"Congratulations, Rid," all the other Elevrad members said.
"Thank you, everyone," I said.
"Now, since Rid has been appointed Elevrad chairman, the position of vice chairman previously held by Rid is now vacant. Therefore, Rid, as the new Elevrad chairman, your first task is to appoint someone to be your vice chairman," Miss Karina said.
"I'm the one appointing, Miss?" I asked.
"Yes, it's the chairman's job to appoint people to assist him. Now, quickly appoint your vice chairman, Rid," said Miss Karina.
"I've only just become the chairman of Elevrad and already been given this kind of task," I said.
Several other Elevrad members laughed. Then I paused for a moment to consider who would be my vice chairman. Shortly after, I immediately gave my answer.
"I've found a suitable person to be the vice chairman of Elevrad who will assist me, Miss Karina. I appoint Princess Amelia, Amelia Laterza San Quentine, as the new vice chairman of Elevrad," I said.
The other Elevrad members weren't surprised by the appointment of princess Amelia as vice chairman. Irene also seemed unfazed by the appointment. Perhaps they thought it was natural for Princess Amelia be promoted to vice chairman, since she was previously the secretary of Elevrad.
"Amelia, do any of you have any objections to Amelia's appointment as vice chairman?" asked Miss Karina.
"No, miss," said another Elevrad member.
"Then what about you, Amelia? Are you willing to be the new vice-chairman of Elevrad?" asked Miss Karina.
"I am willing, miss. I will be the new vice-chairman of Elevrad," said Princess Amelia.
"Very well, with that, Amelia Laterza San Quentine will be the new vice-chairman of Elevrad," said Miss Karina.
The other Elevrad members, including myself, applauded after hearing Miss Karina's words.
"However, before becoming the current vice-chairman of Elevrad, Amelia previously served as Elevrad's secretary. With Amelia's appointment as vice-chairman, the position of Elevrad secretary is currently vacant. Therefore, Rid, you must also appoint someone to fill the position of Elevrad secretary," said Miss Karina.
"I already know who it is, Miss Karina. Because if I appoint Princess Amelia, I already know that the position of Elevrad secretary will be vacant. That's why I'm also thinking about who would be suitable to serve as the new Elevrad secretary," I said.
"Oh, I see. So, who will you appoint as the new Elevrad secretary?" Miss Karina asked.
"I appoint senior Nadine, Nadine Emerald, to serve as the new Elevrad secretary," I said.
The other Elevrad members didn't seem surprised by Nadine's appointment as the new Elevrad secretary. They seemed to think she was indeed suitable for the position.
"Nadine, huh. Do any of you have any objections to Nadine's appointment as the new Elevrad secretary?" Miss Karina asked.
"No, Miss," said another Elevrad member.
"Then what about you, Nadine? Are you willing to serve as the new Elevrad secretary?" Miss Karina asked.
"I agree, miss," said senior Nadine.
"Very well, with this, Nadine Emerald will serve as the new secretary of Elevrad," said Miss Karina.
The other Elevrad members, including myself, applauded after hearing Miss Karina's words.
"Then, regarding the position of Elevrad treasurer, won't you replace the person who holds that position, Rid?" Miss Karina asked.
"No, miss. The position of Elevrad treasurer will remain with senior Klara," I said.
"Very well. With this, Elevrad has changed leadership, with Rid Archie as its chairman. I ask for your cooperation going forward," said Miss Karina.
"Yes, please cooperate with me too, miss. Senior Klara, Senior Nadine, Princess Amelia, and everyone else, please cooperate as well. Although I'm currently the new Elevrad chairman, I'm less experienced than the third- and fourth-year Elevrad members, as I'm only a second-year member. Nevertheless, I will still do my best as the current Elevrad chairman," I said.
"We also ask for your cooperation, chairman," said Senior Klara, Senior Nadine, Princess Amelia, and the other Elevrad members.
I smiled upon hearing that.
"Chairman, huh? I didn't expect to be called 'chairman'. Well, that's only natural, since I'm currently the Elevrad chairman. Although I feel a little uncomfortable with the title, if they're more comfortable calling me that, then I won't mind," I thought.
Then the other Elevrad members began chatting.
"I apologize for interrupting your conversation. Although the appointment of the new Elevrad chairman has been finalized, there's still something I need to discuss with you," said Miss Karina.
The Elevrad members who were chatting fell silent after hearing your words.
"What else would you like to discuss, miss?" I asked.
"This is about the academy tournament and festival. Previously, Florian asked some of you to go to the royal family and the duke's family to submit a proposal for financial assistance. You successfully submitted the proposal to the royal family, the duke of San Lucia, the duke of San Minerva, and the duke of San Quentine. However, the proposal to the duke of San Angela was unsuccessful because Rid, who was tasked with delivering the proposal, was trapped in the Hevea Forest. After that, the duke of San Angela and the duke of San Minerva were caught in a major crime: plotting to assassinate Her Majesty the Queen and the entire duke of San Lucia. They both suddenly transformed into demons and died in the courthouse. This means that the duke of San Angela and the duke of San Minerva will not be able to provide financial assistance to Elevrad and the academy."
"Although the proposal to the duke of San Minerva was successful, it means nothing if he has not yet provided the financial assistance, as he has already died. Even if you successfully obtained financial assistance from the royal family, the duke of San Lucia, and the duke of San Quentine, if the duke of San Minerva and the duke of San Angela do not provide financial assistance, you will lack the funds to hold the tournament and academy festival this year. If that's the case, there's a possibility that this year's academy tournament and festival will be canceled," said Miss Karina.
-To be continued