The Magna Carta, also called the Great Charter of Liberties, was born in England in 1215. It is widely regarded as one of the earliest unwritten constitutions in the world.
"Its creation came about because the English monarchy had weakened. Local lords, wanting to limit the king's power to tax and conscript, forced King John to sign this document."
"But if you read through it carefully, you'll see it was basically a struggle between the king and the nobles—people like the common folk barely mattered. Even so, it is considered the foundation of early democracy. To this day, many nations recognize the Magna Carta's significance. Hara Kei, do you know why that is?"
Hara Kei didn't bother answering. He suspected this was another one of her 'bonus point' questions. Unfortunately for him, when he remained silent, Goko simply smiled, saying nothing, as if to silently challenge him: "Let's see who blinks first."
"…Because the Magna Carta was historically the first regulation drafted by the 'ruled' for the 'ruler,' restraining the monster called 'royal authority' with a touch of reason—an ethos that underpins modern democracy."
For someone with Hara Kei's "High School Knowledge" skill, this was not a difficult question.
"Well said," Goko lightly applauded, her tone giving off a playful "Gryffindor +10 points!" vibe. "Another point for you, Hara Kei."
Hara Kei didn't particularly care about scoring points from Goko, but his instincts told him that if he got it wrong on purpose, she'd just continue monologuing, ignoring him as she always did. He had already earned plenty of points; a few more wouldn't hurt.
"This is the official answer, and the common opinion of all past Student Council Presidents," she continued. "They're proud of it and treat the Magna Carta as a treasured relic passed down through generations of council leaders."
"But sadly, while they speak of democracy and progress, it's just pretty words," Goko's smile grew more sarcastic. "The louder the slogans, the more their actions disappoint. That hypocrisy… is truly disgusting."
"…So?" Hara Kei felt a sense of unease. Goko's long-winded remarks, combined with her earlier statement that the Magna Carta was an 'enemy,' were forming a wildly imaginative logic chain in his mind. He looked at her, senses on high alert.
"What exactly are you trying to say?" he asked.
Goko's smile only widened. She rose from the Student Council President's chair, bypassed the desk, and slowly approached him.
"I have no interest in clumsy deception. I intend to do what those people dream about day and night but never dare to voice."
Her declaration was quiet but serious and unwavering, like a rock-solid proclamation:
"That is… to restore the monarchy here at St. Eden Academy."
…What is this woman talking about? Hara Kei had half-expected something unusual, but hearing it aloud still shocked him.
Goko, this personality?
In Hara Kei's previous life's game, she had appeared only briefly. The impression he retained was that of a self-made, clever, and composed wealthy woman. He had never imagined that in this alternate timeline, she would act like this.
"But after a year of pursuing this goal, I discovered a problem in my plan."
Not just one problem, he thought.
"I am a person who loves beauty. So, all members of my Student Council are female." Goko continued advancing toward him, radiating such an overwhelming presence that Hara Kei cautiously stepped back to maintain some distance.
"But if you're going to restore a monarchy, it must be hereditary. And clearly, females alone cannot produce heirs. Which means—"
"My Student Council must include a male member."
Her gaze locked on Hara Kei, and the meaning was clear.
At that moment, his back bumped into something hard: the Student Council office door.
Unconsciously, he had been pressed back by her presence. He had never regretted his habitual tendency to close doors behind him as much as now.
Seeing that Hara Kei had nowhere left to retreat, Goko quickened her pace. The space between them closed in an instant.
"And that person is… you, Hara Kei."
She pinned him against the door, her hands braced on either side of his torso. While not taller than him, her astonishing aura more than compensated for her height.
Her figure was fully developed, and up close, he could even detect a faint, elegant fragrance emanating from her—like a hidden orchid in a secluded valley, delicate yet striking, in contrast to her aggressive stance.
"Why me?"
For the first time in real life, Hara Kei experienced a kabedon—the wall-pinning trope. The novelty of it stirred a strange mix of emotions, but he didn't lose his composure. He stared straight at Goko, asking the question that burned in his mind.
"Even in this situation, you remain clear-headed. Hara Kei, your points with me are still rising," Goko chuckled lightly. "Could you accept that my choice is based purely on intuition?"
"The reason I, an ordinary high school girl, became Student Council President of St. Eden Academy wasn't just talent or effort. It was also this… seemingly innate, razor-sharp intuition." Her ruby-red eyes gleamed with the confidence of someone who trusted her instincts completely.
"Genius, eccentric, mediocre, or useless… in my relatively short life, I've met all kinds of people. But never anyone whose presence made my intuition react so strongly."
"The moment I saw you, it leapt with joy, telling me I must grasp you at any cost." Goko's face radiated delight and satisfaction. She raised her right hand, as if to gently touch Hara Kei's cheek.
"I trust it."
"Now, Hara Kei… will you obediently become mine?"