"My what now?" Keiji peered about, noticing the area was very different compared to his last venture inside. "Your shadow," Narukami explained, "the essence of what you won't accept. Just... tell it that you accept your problems." Keiji walked around the area, which was now resembling a large mechanical plant, Narukami followed as well. They dove in deeper, until they found what they were looking for. A figure akin to Keiji's self, was dangling from a large computer. Its body was torn asunder, with putrid decaying flesh exposed on the face, and torso, and from the waist down was nothing but suspended organs. It spoke, in a menacing screech. "Well then! If it isn't me!" Keiji looked at Narukami, shocked. "What the hell is that thing?!" he demanded an answer. Narukami grasped his shoulder and looked him in the eyes. "This is your shadow Keiji. The true self. This shadow, however, seems MUCH too powerful for us to deal with right now. It's best that we retreat, and wait until we're prepared." They both looked up at the appalling monster, who crossed its rotting arms and flared its nostrils. It spoke again, "So you wanna wait? I'd be glad to give myself some time to fight myself." Narukami began tugging on Keiji, and muttered, "Let's leave while it gives us an opportunity." The two fled, with no more words.

Back at the entrance, discussion was under way between Keiji and Narukami. Keiji had a shocked look in his eyes. He spoke in a dreadful tone, horrified by what he saw moments ago. "That thing... that was me?" "Yes, and no. You see, when a person represses their own thoughts, it slowly becomes more and more powerful, eventually gaining its own thoughts. It appeared to be more advanced than any shadow I've seen, however. We're lucky it gave us time, because it would have killed us for sure. Let's head back before anything else happens." "We have to talk about this more later. But right now I'm starving dude, let's go eat."

The two were both low on money, so they decided to just go grab some snacks in the cafeteria and enjoy the relaxing atmosphere after being subjected to viewing that monstrosity. Keiji grabbed a bag of fish flavored chips and a bottle of water, while Narukami bought himself a small plate of rice balls and a mineral water. Keiji nibbled on his chips, and looked around to see the small groups of students leisurely sitting about enjoying a snack or meal. Narukami finished a large gulp of rice ball and wiped his face before saying, "Oh yeah, today's open mic day, so you could go up on stage and mess around with the piano or whatever if you want. I heard from Hayase that you play the piano, and have a beautiful singing voice." Keiji became a bit flustered at that and exclaimed, "Well he's lying!" Narukami gave him a pressuring look, and whispered, "Do it." "I don't wanna." "I'll have you reported for being in the girls' dorm, AND I'll tell everybody you slept with the President." Keiji stood up and glared at him. "How did you know that?!" He demanded. "Oh, I have my sources. Plus you came into your room smelly and sweaty, it's simple math." "Fuck you Yu... is that right? Yeah, fuck you." "Just do it. There aren't too many people in this." "Okay okay, fine, jeez."

Keiji stepped up to the small stage with the piano and microphone on it, and situated himself. He cleared his throat, and was made aware of the sudden growth of population in the cafeteria. His voice became a bit shaky, but he acknowledged them. "Hey guys... My name's Keiji, and I decided I'm gonna play a song for you guys. This is an American song, but bare with me and just enjoy it." He cleared his throat once more, and began. His voice produced beautiful lyrics, and went as such:

Last night I forgot
How the sound your voice whispered sweet
Goodbyes, your eyes left to die
Unable to
Understand why

Why not one more night
One last kiss good bye
My sweet love tonight
I hope the stars still spell out your name where you are

Kiss my closings eyes
Help me sleep without you I'm so lost
And tonight I cry
Tell me why
I can't live without your warm embrace

Why not one more night
one last kiss good bye
my sweet love tonight
I hope the stars still spell out your name where you are

I close my eyes and you are everything I see
Goodbye

Goodbye to you my love
I won't forget you
I'll see you soon
Goodbye my love
Goodbye to you my love
I won't forget you
Bye, bye, love
The crowd erupted with applause, some even stood up to congratulate him. Students of all shapes and sizes were roaring, as if they had attended a concert that would have been very costly. Keiji stood up and scratched his head, giving an awkward smile. He quickly abandoned his station and ran to the usual tree. He took a deep breath and soaked in the setting sun. Suddenly Mr. Zeppeli was standing next to him, clapping slowly. Keiji jumped at how spontaneously his principal had appeared next to him. Mr. Zeppeli shook his student's shoulder. "Very well done lad! You've got some potential as a musical legend!" Oh, well thank you Mr. Zeppeli. I appreciate that." "Have you ever thought of joining the band?" "Nah." "Well, there are plenty of other musical related clubs here, I recommend that you check a few of them out! I'll leave you to your cigarettes now lad, I bet that was stressful. Sayonara!" Mr. Zeppeli sauntered away with a smooth pace. Whoa, he knows? And he's ALLOWING it?, Keiji thought. He shrugged off the thought, and enjoyed himself a single cigarette, from joy for once instead of sorrow. He felt pretty good about himself for performing so well in front of many students. Narukami greeted him finally, after sifting through the dispersing students. "That was fantastic! I had no idea you were so talented!" "It's not so great." "You're lying. You should feel lucky to have such an angelic singing voice." "Wow, how ironic Yu." Narukami chuckled a bit, and waved to Keiji as he turned around. "I gotta finish up some paperwork,see you later." Keiji nodded and decided to go out and spend the rest of his night at the arcade, playing the newest fighting game.

He finally returned to the dorms around midnight, and entered his room to find yet another intruder. It was a voluptuous girl with two-toned hair, Violet on the outside and Pink on the inside. "Oh, you're here. It took you long enough," she said. "Who the hell are you? And why are you eating pudding on my bed?" Keiji examined her body, like any other curious 17 year old would. "I was sent here by your dad. He told me that I had to be your guardian angel, since you were seen going out of control. I'm Stocking, by the way." "Psh, I don't need you." "Sorry, I'm here to stay." 'Ugh, seriously! How am I gonna explain YOU to everybody?" "You don't have to, I'll figure it out." "Whatever you say. Can you move please? I have to sleep there." "Oh, no Keiji. I'm your guardian angel, I have to sleep with you to make sure you don't run off during your slumber. Hold this." Stocking stuffed the rest of her pudding into Keiji's mouth, who swallowed the thing whole, and removed her clothes, until she was in her underwear. "I hafta borrow some clothes, hope you don't mind," she muttered while she shifted through Keiji's clothes and stole a pair of shorts and a tank top from him. "Mind if I take my bra off?" "Sure, why the hell not, since this is apparently your room now." Stocking removed her bra, causing her nipples to perk through Keiji's tank top. "Wow, why do you have to be so small? My boobs are stopping this shirt from going past my waist. Ah, whatever." Keiji watched and listened, scowling and twitching his eye as Stocking blabbed on and on. "Can I just go to bed now?" He asked, changing into his own sleep clothes. She nodded, and began to smirk when she said, "Of course, but you have to kiss your guardian angel goodnight." She flopped down on the heart shaped bed in front of him, leaned forward, closed her eyes, and puckered her lips. Keiji looked away from her and growled irritably, "No. Fuck that." She leaned back and frowned. "Please?" She pleaded, "it's just a little kiss, it won't hurt anything." he groaned and finally broke. "Fine, jeez." "Aww... my little feline friend doesn't like his guardian angel..." Stocking pulled Keiji's head level to her own, and planted her lips against his. What the fuck am I getting into, he thought.