(Y/N) POV

Classes went by pretty quick today. I hardly had any time to talk with anyone to find out who killed Natsumi...

Actually that's a lie, I wanted to talk to someone but I felt too shy to say anything. I know the students in this building aren't very fond of me - so that makes it a lot more difficult for me to say anything.

I was suddenly distracted from my thoughts after feeling this weird sensation I felt one time before. I felt chills and my heart started racing. I looked around the classroom, but I only saw that everyone was leaving. The last person to leave was Nagito Komaeda. I then realized that it was already lunch, which explains why the classroom became empty so suddenly. Geez, I've really been out of it lately...

I started making my way through the halls, first stopping by my locker to tuck away some extra books I didn't really need to carry with me. As I'm closing my locker, Mahiru Koizumi brushes quickly past me. Her face was red and she was covering her mouth with her hand.

'Is she crying?' I thought to myself.

Mahiru made her way into the nearest restroom quickly, making sure no one was behind her. Instinctively, I decided to follow her to see what was going on.

This was odd behavior for Mahiru, I've never seen her this upset before. She's always in a good mood, though she can be naggy sometimes - almost like how a mom can be to a child. She's also pretty smart too, but she's definitely the happiest when she gets to take pictures with the camera she always carries around with her.

'Sorry Hajime' I thought to myself. 'I'm going to be a little late for lunch today.'

I made my way to the restroom, slowly opening the door and peeping inside. I found Mahiru standing in front of one of the mirrors, crying heavily to herself. When she noticed that I had entered, she quickly wiped her face using the back of her hand and turned towards me with a fake smile on her face.

"Oh (Y/N), you startled me! You're always so quiet - I didn't realize you were there" she chuckled softly.

"Mahiru...are you okay?" I walked closer to her but she turned her head to the side, hiding her tear stained cheeks.

"It's nothing um, I just hurt myself earlier and the pain is still kinda bothering me"

"That's a lie. I don't think you're hurt...well, I know that we don't talk much but you can tell me anything - I promise I'll listen and I won't judge you either."

Mahiru shoulders seemed to relax and she let out a anxious sigh.

"N-Natsumi is dead and it's all my fault." her voice was shaky and she could hardly look me in the eyes. I didn't really know what to say but Mahiru continued her statement in further detail:

"My friend Sato...she was only trying to protect me. She killed Natsumi...Natsumi had plans to kill me in order to get into the main course. Sato didn't want me to get hurt s-so she killed Natsumi before she could get to me."

Mahiru then bursted into tears. I pulled her into a tight hug and told her that I was sorry. There was nothing more I could think of to say about the situation. It was truly a tragic and hopeless situation. It was truly a event of despair.

Despair...my body trembled just thinking about it.

After some time, I let go of Mahiru and she thanked me greatly for listening to her.

"I'm sorry to bother you about this...I've been pretty down about this all day. I'm not sure how I'm going to make it the rest of this week. I'm just worried how Fuyuhiko is going to react once he hears about what happened to his sister...he probably already knows and is planning his vengeance this very moment."

"Well let's just hope that whatever he's planning isn't going to make the situation worst" I said hesitantly. Though I knew I was lying to myself. I was lying to Mahiru. Fuyuhiko is the Ultimate Yakuza, he's for sure not going to allow his sister to die in vain, so whatever happens next is for sure going to make this situation a lot worst...

I told Mahiru that I'm suppose to be meeting with somebody and that I had to go. She thanked me again and I quickly left the restroom and made my way down to the bench to meet with Hajime.

The only thing that was running through my mind was telling Hajime about what I just found out. I wonder if he already know...

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Hajime's POV

I looked at my watched and noticed that (Y/N) was late today. I looked around the area around me but she was no where to be seen. I was a little saddened by this - but I knew she wouldn't stand me up like this.

I wasn't able to find out much information on the Natsumi murder case today, but I'm hoping that wherever (Y/N) is that she's safe. I wouldn't want her getting hurt or anything.

The thought of (Y/N) getting hurt...I clenched my fist and let out a breath.

Suddenly I felt a presence beside me. I looked to my right and to my surprise, it was Chiaki. In her lap was a small bento box with neatly organized food.

"Good afternoon Hajime, how are you today?" She wore a small smile on her face. A gust of wind blew, causing our hair to blow slowly across our faces. We looked at each other for a second before I found the courage to say "It's been good thank you."

Chiaki then started to talk to me about her day. She then went into specifics about how she wishes she could do more for her classmates. She seemed genuinely troubled by this, she made it quite clear that she cared for her classmates.

I was oddly fascinated by her determination to be there for the ones around her. The main person I want to be there for is completely above me in many ways. I'm having trouble figuring out ways I can be better for (Y/N). I don't want to be like Natsumi and go to the extremes just to get into the main course.

I sighed carefully and look forward staring into the trees in front of us. Chiaki noticed my sudden change in mood and asked me what was up.

"Chiaki...I don't want to be talentless."

My voice cracked and I was surprised that I blurted this out. My statement seemed to take Chiaki by surprise as well. She looked at me then she lowered her head and looked at the ground.

"I'm sorry I shouldn't have said that" I said in a low voice.

"Hajime...why don't you just create your own talent?"

'Create my own talent?' I thought. 'How would I even do that?'

"You have so much freedom Hajime" Chiaki chuckles softly. "You get to figure out what you want in life. You have control over your decisions. You're capable to creating your own world and you're able to figure out what you want to be good at. I'm pretty jealous of you."

An Ultimate jealous of...me?

No matter how I look at it, I can't seem to understand how I would possibly create my own talent. My whole life, I've been working hard to get into the main course. Hours upon hours were spent studying and trying to get involved in activities. I spent so much time trying to find my place. The money that was spent by my parents just so I could get a spot in the reserve course upon my denial into the main...why does things have to be like this?

"Even so," Chiaki started, "if you really want to get in - then I recommend negotiating with the headmaster at administration. I don't think it'll be a very successful plan but it's worth a try."

"That seems like the only option I have" I said insecurely.

Suddenly I heard footsteps approaching. I looked up and saw (Y/N) speeding towards us. She sighed heavily and was out of breath.

"I'm so sorry Hajime I-"

She paused and looked between me and Chiaki. Chiaki gave (Y/N) a small wave. (Y/N) gave a hesitant smile before saying "I'm sorry Hajime I hope I'm not interrupting anything"

(Y/N) cheeks were red and her face looked troubled but she continued to hide her emotions with a grin.

"No it's okay (Y/N), come sit with us please." I made room and patted the spot next to me.

(Y/N) shook her head and avoided eye contact with me. "Sorry I just remembered that I had something to do. You should come over later, I have some things to tell you"

I stared at her for a moment. Is she okay?

Suddenly Chiaki spoke "Actually, I was meaning to ask you Hajime if you wanted to come to the arcade with me tonight." She then looked at (Y/N). "(Y/N) you're welcome to come as well if you want."

(Y/N) shook her head and replied "no thanks." She then ended the conversation by saying she has to meet with one of her teachers. She ran off quickly before one of us had the chance to say anything.

I've never seen her act like this before, maybe it's because she's not use to other people being around. I mean it *is* always just me and her.

I decided not to think much on it. Hopefully after hanging out with Chiaki tonight, I'll be able to stop but (Y/N)'s house to talk with her.