Chapter 6: Everything is Fair in Love, War and Despair
Day:April 3 rd Time:10:45 AM Location:School-Classroom A
''I believe that should be enough for today.'' Sonia said as she clasped her hands. ''I thank you all for attending. With this, the Student Council is adjourned.''
Suddenly, the door was knocked open and a guy with long hair and red eyes appeared.
''I hear you're the de facto rulers of this place.'' He said in a monotone. ''Please allow me to introduce myself.''
''Who the hell are you!?'' Kazuichi shouted.
''My name is Izuru Kamukura.'' The guy replied just as coldly.
''He kinda looks like...Hajime, doesn't he?'' Mahiru raised an eyebrow. ''Or is it just me?''
''No, you're right.'' Tsumugi tilted her head. ''He's like Hinata's hot cousin!''
''I am using Hajime Hinata as a host.'' Izuru explained. ''It's natural that I bear a resemblance to him. You can ask that one you call Chiaki Nanami for the rest of the details.''
''So you're like some ghost possessing him or something?'' Akane pouted. ''Then leave him alone, you weirdo!''
She jumped at him and tried to kick him in the face, but he dodged, grabbed her by the ankle and punched her in the stomach, knocking her into the floor hard enough to make a dent on it.
''Boring.'' He said.
''Akane!'' Nekomaru screamed.
''What the hell do you think you're doing to my girlfriend!?'' Tenko yelled.
The girl jumped at him, but before she could reach him, Kamukura jumped himself in the air and kicked her in the chest, which sent her flying into a wall.
Then Nekomaru, alongside Sakura, went to punch him while he was still in the air. He grabbed each of their wrists with one of his hands, did a backflip and slammed them both into the floor.
''Still boring.'' He said.
''Oh, I'll give you something for your boredom, you asshole!'' Mondo cracked his knuckles. ''I'm gonna show you how we fight in the streets!''
''There's no point.'' Hoshi pushed down his hat. ''This is clearly not an opponent we can beat.''
''Finally, someone understands the situation.'' Izuru said. ''I posses every talent that has ever existed. It is impossible for you to defeat me.''
''We won't know until we try!'' Kaito clenched his fist.
''Yeah!'' Soda said. ''Go, Gonta!''
''You're a man, go fight yourself.'' Koizumi sighed.
''Why don't we all attack together?'' Keebo suggested. ''It doesn't matter how strong he is, math is on our side.''
''Stop this at once!'' Sonia stood up and slammed the table with both hands. ''It is clearly pointless. Mr...Kamukura, was it? We will hear what you have to say. What is it that you want from us?''
''Since I will be living in this island alongside the rest of you, I simply want to establish the nature of our coexistence.'' Kamukura explained. ''All of your lives are meaningless to me, but that means I have no ill will towards any of you either. So if you don't bother me, I won't bother you, either. I'm here to establish a treaty of non-aggression, so to speak.''
Sonia sat back down, rested her face on her hands. After a couple minutes, she sighed. ''If that is your only condition, I shall accept it.'' She said. ''Kirumi and I will make sure to inform everybody else.''
''But Miss Sonia...'' Kazuichi said. ''What about Hajime?''
''I do not know.'' The princess gritted her teeth. ''I do not believe we can do anything about it. This is...the best choice I can make, as the President of the Student Council. It is the only way to protect everyone.''
''Tch.'' Izuru turned around and walked towards the door. ''Boring.''
Day:April 3 rd Time:4:15 PM Location:School-Classroom B
Chiaki, Mahiru, Sonia, Kazuichi, Akane, Nekomaru, Gundham, Hiyoko, Mikan and Ibuki, who was now on a wheelchair, were gathered in the classroom.
''Why have you gathered us all here, Chiaki?'' Sonia asked.
''What, too busy to hang out with us now, Ms. President?'' Hiyoko scoffed.
''You know she doesn't mean it like that!'' Kazuichi punched the air. ''Besides, you're the one that had to be dragged here by Nekomaru!''
''That was really traumatizing, by the way.'' Saionji pouted. ''I thought you were gonna take advantage of me now that I have this grown body. I'm not like Mikan, you know. I don't get turned on by that crap.''
''I-I don't have that fetish either!'' Mikan blushed.
''This brings a tear to Ibuki's eyes!'' The musician cried. ''Even after all this, you guys haven't changed at all. Kazuichi is still a simp, Hiyoko is still a bully and Mikan is still a hot mess! Always stay true to yourselves!''
''I'm not sure that's a good thing.'' Mahiru sighed.
''And there she is!'' Mioda sniffed. ''Sassy ol' Mahiru! This really cheers me up!''
''I'm glad.'' Akane sighed. ''It really sucks you can't move your legs now.''
''But it's great that you're doing okay!'' Nekomaru yelled.
''Silence, you fools!'' Gundham crossed his arms. ''Don't you realize the Class Represantive wishes to speak?''
''Yeah, thanks, Gundham.'' Chiaki put on her hoodie. ''First, I'd like to apologize. I didn't take care of all of you properly, and now Peko, Fuyuhiko, Teruteru and Byakuya are dead. Nagito betrayed us, Gundham and Ibuki got badly hurt, and even Hajime had something terrible happen to him. I'm sorry for being a failure. ''
''Hey, don't say that!'' Mahiru put her hands on her hips. ''None of that is your fault! And you've done so much for us already as Class Representative.''
''No, I haven't.'' Nanami sighed. ''I called you here to tell you this. I'm not the person you think I am. I'm not your class representative.''
''What?'' Akane put a finger in her ear. ''You aren't making any sense. Can you explain it slowly for us idiots?''
''It's simple.'' Chiaki said. ''I'm not the Chiaki Nanami you know. I'm an A.I modeled after her, created to test this program. I never met any of you before you were forced into this island. I thought it'd be easier if I kept it a secret, but...I can't do it anymore. I've been trying to help you out as she would, but I just can't measure up. You don't need to treat me as a friend anymore.''
''What the fuck!?'' Kazuichi grimaced. ''This has to be a joke.''
''I do not think Chiaki would make up something like this.'' Sonia said in thought.
''Then you were an imposter all along!?'' Mikan screamed. ''Like our Byakuya!?''
''Poor Byakuya!'' Ibuki sobbed. ''You were taken from us way too soon!''
''If this witchcraft is real, then I want to know the whereabouts of the true Chiaki Nanami.'' Gundham asked.
''I don't know that, sorry.'' Chiaki stared at the ground. ''I'm really worried about her, too. She and Chihiro are like parents to me.''
''I knew those two were fucking!'' Akane smirked.
''I don't think it's so literal!'' Nekomaru laughed.
''And I don't know anything about this killing game, either'' Chiaki continued. ''I was as confused as the rest of you when you showed up here.''
''And why the hell should we trust anything you say now!?'' Hiyoko glared at her. ''We don't actually know you!''
''Even if she is not our Chiaki, I think it is okay to trust this person.'' Sonia said. ''It is true she has been trying to help us.''
''Yeah, and look how that turned out.'' Hiyoko pointed at Ibuki and Gundham. ''I was willing to listen to Chiaki, but if you're not her, you can get...'' Suddenly, Hiyoko shrunk and got entangled in her kimono.
''Hey, she's gone back to loli form!'' Ibuki said.
''W-what is going on!?'' Saionji shouted, completely flustered. ''Mikan, do something!''
''The effect of the Puberty Serum must have worn off!'' Tsumiki grabbed Hiyoko by the wrist and dragged her out of the room. ''Let's go see Miu!''
''Don't treat me like a toddler, slut!'' Saionji yelled as they walked away.
''Is it decided then!?'' Nekomaru shouted. ''Do we welcome this chick into our team!?''
''I think I agree with Hiyoko actually.'' Koizumi looked away. ''You're not our friend, you're just some stranger that has done nothing but lie to us. I...just can't over this.''
The Ultimate Photographer walked out of the room, and the Ultimate Mechanic followed her. ''Yeah.'' He said. ''This is just too weird.''
''If you're a comrade of our representative, I shall accept you as a comrade as well.'' Gundham closed his eye.
''Yeah, my stomach says you're okay.'' Akane added. ''What's your real name, though?''
''I don't have any name besides Chiaki Nanami.'' The gamer replied.
''That's gonna get confusing.'' Ibuki put her fingers on her head. ''Wait, I got it! You'll be Chiaki Ninami! Get it? Because you're Nanami #2! I'm a master of Japanese puns!''
''Actually, I think it would be wiser to avoid changing the way we address her.'' Sonia said in thought. ''I believe it would be best to not tell the rest about this. That would only sow more chaos and distrust. As the President of the Student Council, I would rather prevent any further complications of the situation. I am afraid Izuru Kamukura is already going to cause enough of a stir.''
''That's fine by me.'' Chiaki replied. ''I'm happy you still want to call me a friend, but...you really don't need to worry about me anymore. I'm not worth your time. Goodbye.'' She put on her hoodie and walked out of the room.
Day:April 3 rd Time:5:25 PM Location:Despairville-Main Street
Yamada and Yonaga were on their way back from the church. When they got near the hotel, they ran into Nagito, who was walking on all fours, and Celeste, who was riding him in a sidesaddle style and sipping tea.
''What the hell is this?'' Hifumi drooled. ''So kinky...My creative senses are overflowing...I must create fanfiction out of this.''
''I've decided that a dignified dame such as myself shouldn't have to dirty her shoes every time I'm in the mood for a walk around town.''
''However, that does defeat the purpose of a 'walk', does it not?'' The Ultimate Princess appeared out of the hotel's door, a finger on her chin. Soda was following her.
''That is for me to decide, President Princess.'' Celestia replied coldly. ''I don't care how many titles you have now.''
''Don't get sassy with Miss Sonia!'' Kazuichi clenched his fist in the air.
''More importantly, how come you've never rode me like that?'' Hifumi pouted
''The mere idea disgusts me.'' Ludenbergh grimaced. ''I won't be able to enjoy this tea now. I will neither forgive nor forget this affront.''
''If you want to be someone's steed, then be mine!'' Angie pushed Yamada face-first into the ground and jumped on his back. ''Atua's vessel shouldn't have to walk, either.''
''I can work with this.'' The Ultimate Fanfic Creator raised himself to all fours. ''I'll show everyone that I'm a better horse than Komaeda!''
''Is that a challenge?'' Celeste titled her head. ''Very well. We'll accept. Let's run a lap around the town and the winner will take the title of Ultimate Steed.
''A race...for hope.'' Nagito said in tears.
''Let's participate too, Miss Sonia.'' Kazuichi got on all fours. ''I'll be your ride! The Ultimate Princess is the last person that should get her feet dirty!''
''I will decline.'' Sonia said with a smile. ''You are not the type of man I would like to ride.''
Everyone looked at her with their eyebrows raised.
The princess blushed. ''My apologies, I misspoke. '' The princess said, playing with her fingers. ''I meant to say that all of this is disturbing and uncomfortable, and I wish to not be associated with it.''
Day:April 3 rd Time:6:35 PM Location:Factory-Workshop
Miu and Mikan were tinkering with test tubes while Hiyoko observed them.
''Hahahahahahahahahaha!'' The Ultimate Inventor laughed maniacally as something exploded near her. ''Yeah, science!''
''Are you guys sure you know what you're doing?'' Hiyoko deadpanned.
''I-It's fine.'' Mikan stuttered. ''The formula is just...a little unstable.''
''You!'' Asahina slammed the door open. ''Kyoko helped me figure out who has been stealing my bras!''
Kirigiri followed the swimmer inside and pointed a finger at Saionji. ''It was you, Hiyoko Saionji! With your body changing, your own underwear must not fit anymore. Furthermore, you and Hina seem to share chest size. Ergo, you're the obvious suspect.
''What the fuck?'' Iruma laughed. ''I can't believe you said all that with such as serious face.''
''Why not?'' Kyoko crossed her arms. ''I am the Ultimate Detective. It's my duty to find the truth.''
''It must be awkward for an ironing board like you to talk about bras for actual boobs, though.'' Miu shrugged.
''Shut up already, human cow.'' Saionji grumbled. ''Yeah, it was me. I sneaked into your room and picked up some bras. That's what you get for leaving your room unlocked when you aren't inside.''
''Y'know, you could have just asked!'' Hina pouted. ''If you needed bras, I wouldn't have minded lending you some!''
''But I didn't want anyone to know I'm using the bras of some slut!'' Hiyoko glared at her. ''Who knows how many dirty hands have touched those.''
''I can lend you mine if you want.'' Miu smirked. ''But they're way too big for you!''
''I think mind would fit.'' Mikan muttered.
''I'd rather wear actual shit for underwear than yours!'' Hiyoko yelled.
''Saionji appears to be even more...intense than usual.'' Kirigiri put a finger to her cheek. ''Is there a reason for this?''
''Yeah, she's even more of a bitch.'' Miu said. ''Maybe it's those days of the month.''
''I think it's withdrawal syndrome.'' Mikan explained, playing with her fingers. ''It appears the Puberty Serum has unexpected addictive effects.''
''Then we better get back to it and give her more!'' The inventor put her hands on her waist.
''Is that really a wise solution?'' Kyoko asked.
''Guys...weren't we talking about my bras?'' Hina said.
''Nobody gives a shit about your goddamn bras!'' Miu yelled.
Day:April 4 th Time:7:45 AM Location:Hotel-Lobby
Ryoma was playing checkers with Saihara, while Makoto was sitting on a nearby couch, staring at the wall. Mukuro walked in.
''Morning.'' Hoshi greeted.
''Odd to see you around town.'' Shuichi commented.
''What?'' The soldier grumbled. ''I can take a stroll wherever I want.''
''Good morning, Mukuro.'' Makoto said coldly.
''How come you're up so soon?'' She asked. ''The other two are not surprising, but I didn't think you were an early bird.''
''To be honest, I haven't been sleeping much, lately.'' Naegi sighed.
''Oh.'' Mukuro looked to the side. ''B-because of Sayaka, right? I-I'm sorry. I hope...you're alright.''
''As alright as I can be a guess.'' Makoto looked at her, slightly confused, and smiled softly. ''Thanks for asking, Mukuro. I didn't know you had a soft side.''
''I don't.'' Ikusaba frowned. ''I just...I don't know. Leave me alone.''
''You're starting to sound like Maki.'' Ryoma chuckled. ''Hey, Ikusaba, did you finally figure out what you want do with your life?''
''I'm not sure yet.'' Mukuro replied. ''But I want to do something.''
''Are you guys sure it's a good idea to fraternize with killers?'' Shuichi glared at her. ''Or have you forgotten she helped set this whole thing up?''
''Of course I haven't.'' Makoto said. ''But...she's still my precious classmate, you know.''
''You really are an idiot.'' Saihara sighed.
''No need to stoop to name-calling.'' Ryoma adjusted his beanie. ''You're better than that, Shuichi.''
Mukuro stared at the ground. ''No, he's right.'' She said. ''Makoto really is...an idiot. I'm just...gonna leave.''
Day:April 4 th Time:9:55 AM Location:School-Courtyard
Mahiru was sitting in a swing when Gonta walked up to her.
''Mahiru looks sad.'' The Ultimate entomologist said. ''Things okay?''
''Nothing you need to worry about.'' The photographer sighed.
''You can tell Gonta.'' The boy hit his chest. ''Gonta good listener.''
''Thank you, Gonta.'' Mahiru smiled softly. ''You're such a sweet guy. It's just...things keep happening and I don't even know who to trust anymore.''
''Gonta sorry.'' Gonta sniffed. ''Gonta sad too. But Gonta still wanna trust friends!''
''You really are a pure soul, aren't you?'' Koizumi said. ''Honestly, out of everybody here, I think you may be the most trustworthy. Even more than my own classmates.''
''Gonta never lie!'' Gokuhara said with determination. ''Gonta gentleman!''
''Yeah.'' Mahiru nodded. ''You're exactly what a man should be. Hey, Gonta. If we...When we get out of here, do you wanna go out with me sometime?''
''Y-you asking Gonta out?'' The entomologist blushed.
''Yeah.'' Koizumi looked to the side. ''It's okay if you say no, though. I'm not gonna get offended or anything.''
''No, Gonta accept.'' He smiled. ''Gonta thinks Mahiru is nice lady. But Gonta treat, like gentleman.''
''Well, if that's what's makes you happy.'' Mahiru chuckled.
Day:April 4 th Time:6:05 PM Location:Theme-Park-Roller Coaster
Tenko and Akane were sitting on the car.
''D-do you really want to take this ride?'' Chabashira stuttered. ''Can't we go to the merry-go-round instead?''
''What?'' Owari laughed. ''How old are you, 4?''
''Don't make fun of me.'' The aikido master pouted.
''Hey, guys.'' Kaito greeted as he approached them. Maki was following him.
''Hi.'' Tenko waved back. ''I didn't expect to meet anyone here. Are you two on a date too?''
''No.'' Maki glared at her as she seated alongside the Ultimate Astronaut behind them. ''Do you wanna die?''
''We're just having some fun.'' Momota smirked. ''Of course, a mere roller-coaster is not that much of a thrill for the Luminary of the Stars!''
Gundham showed up, pushing Ibuki in her wheelchair. He picked her up and carried her to the car. Then he seated next to her. With the two of them, the last empty seats were filled.
''Are you sure this is a good idea in your condition, Mioda?'' Tenko asked.
''Sure thing!'' The musician gave a V-sign. ''Ibuki has stared death in the eye and come back. So now I want to live to the fullest!''
''Yeah, that's the spirit!'' Kaito clenched his fist.
''It's great to hear you say that.'' Owari smiled.
''Is it safe, though?'' Maki said in thought. ''I don't trust this place's security.''
''It will be fine.'' Gundham smirked. ''My powers shall protect us.''
''Let's get going then!'' The Ultimate Gymnast pressed a button in the car.
''No, waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaait!'' Tenko cried. ''I'm not reaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaadyyyyyyy!''
''I-I'm getting dizzy.'' Kaito put a hand to his mouth. ''I think I'm going to throw up.''
''So much for the Luminary of the Stars.'' Maki shook her head.
''What in the nine circles of hell is this ghoulish contraption!?'' Tanaka gritted his teeth.
''Yahoooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!'' Mioda yelled with excitement.
Ten minutes later, the ride was over and the car was back to the starting point.
Tenko had fainted and Akane was shaking her by her shoulders. ''Stay with me, Tenko!'' She yelled. ''It's not your time to go yet!''
Kaito was coughing non-stop and Maki was covered head-to-toe in his puke. ''I'm actually gonna kill you for real this time.'' She muttered, her eyes filled with rage.
''What kind of sick mind could design such an diabolical torture device?'' Gundham said, completely pale.
''Yippee!'' Ibuki shouted with a big smile and her arms up in the air. ''Let's do it again!''
Day:April 5 th Time:8:15 AM Location:Restaurant-Dining Hall
Kaede, Tsumugi, Izuru, Oma and Sakura were having breakfast.
''Izuru Kamukura, right?'' Akamatsu offered him her hand. ''Nice to meet you. I'm Kaede Akamatsu, the Ultimate Pianist.''
''I did not ask and I do not care.'' Izuru replied without looking away from his food.
''Wow, rude.'' Kaede pouted.
''This is not a man that can be won over by niceties.'' Sakura closed her eyes.
''I hear you have every talent.'' Kokichi tilted his head. ''Does that mean you're the Ultimate Supreme Leader, too?''
''Yes.'' Kamukura replied coldly.
''What about Ultimate Princess, then?'' Tsumugi asked, raising a finger.
''Who cares about that!?'' Oma yelled. ''There can only be one Ultimate Supreme Leader! Let's settle this right now, with a Death Game!...of Odds and Evens! Obviously, I'll be odds!''
He threw his hands out with two fingers out in each, while Kamukura showed only one hand with four fingers, while still keeping his attention towards the food. ''Of course, I also have Ultimate Luck.'' He said.
''Such skill.'' Ogami commented.
''Well, I guess I'm not the Supreme Leader anymore.'' Kokichi put his hands behind his head. ''Well, that's a weight off my shoulders. You don't have to serve me anymore, guys.''
''I don't think anybody was doing that.'' Shirogane said, sweating.
''I was kinda curious about the princess thing...'' Kaede muttered.
Day:April 5 th Time:7:15 PM Location:Spa-Pool
Ishimaru and Tojo were together inside the pool when suddenly Nidai appeared and dive-bombed into it, splashing water all over them.
''That's not appropriate behavior for a school environment nor a spa environment!'' Taka shook his fist.
''I beg you to be more careful.'' Kirumi asked. ''This is a place for relaxation. If you wish to do exercise, you can use the swimming pool in the Sports Complex.''
''Sorry, didn't see you there!'' Nekomaru shouted. ''We just came running from the gym!''
''What the hell are you two even doing here!?' Owada jumped into the pool. ''I thought you were all business and no fun.''
''Proper rest is necessary to maximize productivity.'' Kirumi said with a smile.
''Whatever.'' Mondo grumbled. ''But you weren't gonna fuck or anything, right? We can leave if you need some privacy.''
''Our relationship is strictly professional!'' The Ultimate Moral Compass yelled.
''But you aren't even the president anymore.'' Nekomaru laughed.
''That is correct.'' The maid nodded. ''I think we should be able to call ourselves friends by now, Kiyotaka.''
''I suppose so.'' Ishimaru said.
''I think we should all be able to call ourselves friends.'' Nidai said in thought. ''We've gone through way too much shit together.''
''You have a point.'' Mondo sighed.
''Right?'' Nekomaru smirked and pulled the other three into a bear hug. ''So let's stop bickering and be a big, happy team!''
''Yo do realize this is somewhat awkward when we're all wearing swimsuits, right?'' Kirumi gritted her teeth. ''Specially for me.''
''So even a stick-in-the-mud like you can get flustered, huh?'' Mondo scoffed.
Day:April 5 th Time:10:00 PM Location:Hotel-4 th F-Chiaki's Room
The Ultimate Gamer was sitting on the bed, playing on her handheld when the Ultimate Robot walked into the room and closed the door behind him.
''I haven't seen you at all this past few days.'' He said. ''I'm worried.''
''I've just been here the whole time.'' She replied without looking at him.''I probably won't go out much from now on, either.''
''Why?'' Keebo frowned. ''Is this because of what happened to Hinata?''
''Yes.'' Chiaki stared at him. ''And Peko, and Fuyuhiko, and Teruteru, and Byakuya, and everyone else that's died, and everyone's that suffered. If Chiaki Nanami, the Ultimate Gamer, was actually here, she would be trying to help everybody. But she's not, and I'm tired of pretending. I'm not her. I've already told my supposed classmates.''
''So what?'' The robot shrugged. ''You don't need to be her. You're you.''
''What even am I?'' She sighed. ''Just an A.I. Some computer code. My life has no actual value. So there's no point interacting with humans like I'm their equal.''
''Again with this?'' Keebo sighed. ''We really need to do something about that inner robophobia of yours.''
''Keebo, I know you relate to me because of you're a robot.'' The gamer went back to playing on her console. ''But you really don't need to force yourself to comfort me.''
''I'm not forcing myself!'' Keebo took her handheld away. ''And I'm definitely not doing it because I'm a robot!''
He grabbed onto her shoulders and kissed her on the lips.
Nanami blinked. ''Huh?''
Keebo blushed. ''I just...love you.''
''Huh?'' Chiaki blinked again.
''If your life has no value, then are you telling me my feelings are worthless!?'' He yelled.
''I...dunno what to say.'' Chiaki said.
''Just tell me how this feels.'' He kissed her again, this time more intensely.
''So...your tongue is not just for show.'' The gamer tilted her head. ''I guess this feels...kinda exciting?''
''See?'' Keebo smiled. ''If you can feel and experience the same things humans can, then why wouldn't your life have the same value? If you allow me, I'll show you how far we can go.''
''Alright.'' Chiaki blushed. ''Let's do it.''
Day:April 6 th Time:8:20 AM Location:Hotel-4 th F-Chiaki's Room
Keebo and Chiaki were snuggling together on the bed.
''That was amazing, Keebo.'' Nanami said. ''I didn't even know I could feel those things.''
''I guess Fujisaki paid a lot of attention to detail when he created you.'' Keebo replied.
''And I didn't know you had those kind parts, either.'' Chiaki added.
''Yeah, well.'' The robot blushed. ''Thank Miu and her improvements.''
''But what was that stuff that came out?'' The gamer tilted her head.
''She wanted it to be realistic.'' He replied. ''I don't think it can induce pregnancy, though.''
''Not that an A.I. Can reproduce sexually anyways.'' Chiaki smiled. ''I guess I'm never gonna be the same as an human. But that's fine. That really was a lot of fun. Too bad it couldn't last longer.''
''My battery is not unlimited.'' The robot pouted.
Just then, they heard Monokuma's voice. ''Good morning, everyone. I think it's about time for another motive. It's a real doozy this time. The Necronomicon, that contains the power to revive the dead! That's sure to cause a big mess. I've left it in the gym, for whoever wants to pick it up! Good luck with the killing!''
''Monokuma is making his move again.'' Keebo said in thought. ''I wonder what he means by reviving the dead.''
''I don't know.'' Chiaki sighed. ''But...everybody's already falling apart because of all the deaths. He's probably right, it's going to be a mess.''
Day:April 6 th Time:8:40 AM Location:Sports Complex-Gym
Sonia, Kirumi and Kiyotaka were rummaging through the gym.
''There's no traces of that so-called Necronomicon here!'' Ishimaru clenched his fist. ''Could Monokuma have lied to us?''
''I think that is unlikely.'' Sonia put a finger to her chin. ''It is a motive after all. He should want us to find it easily. Perhaps...somebody took it before we arrived.''
''That quick!?'' Ishimaru shouted. ''If somebody already has that motive in their hands, things could get dangerous quickly! This is bad!''
''I'm not so sure.'' Tojo closed her eyes. ''Perhaps this is a blessing in disguise.''
''What do you mean, Kirumi?'' The princess asked.
''Think about it.'' The Ultimate Maid put a finger to her face. ''Monokuma said the Necronomicon holds the key to reviving the dead. I think I don't need to tell you that by now everybody has lost someone particularly close to them. In other words, if the whole group had access to that book, fights would inevitably break out on who to bring back to life, sowing chaos. That must have been Monokuma's intention.''
''Do you think it's possible to revive the dead!?'' Taka flinched in shock.
''It doesn't matter whether it's possible or not.'' Kirumi clasped her hands. ''As long as enough people are tempted to try, conflict is bound to break out.''
''How cruel.'' Sonia glared at the ceiling. ''Taking advantage of people's sadness and desperation like that...Monokuma really is...unforgivable.''
''So then, what do we do?'' Taka rested his face on his fist.
''Kirumi may have point.'' The princess said. ''However, we cannot simply let anybody be in possession of such a dangerous thing. We shall both search for it and ban its use. And once we retrieve it, we must keep it safe where nobody may have access to it.''
''You certainly didn't win the election for nothing, President.'' Kirumi smiled.
''I feel like that's insulting me somehow.'' Ishimaru gritted his teeth.
Day:April 6 th Time:4:30 PM Location:West Area-River
Hiyoko and Kokichi were having a picnic near the river while Ikusaba swam around.
''Couldn't you find somewhere else to do this on the entire island?'' The soldier grumbled.
''We're not trying to peek on you if that's what you're concerned about.'' Oma chuckled.
''Not that there's anything to see.'' Saionji smirked.
''Wow, you're a lot more confident now, Hiyoko.'' Kokichi tilted his head. ''Is that just because you've got big tits now? The power of big tit energy!''
''Some fat on your chest won't protect you from a bullet through the heart, y'know.'' Mukuro scoffed. ''So leave me alone before I get actually angry.''
''Oh, look at that.'' Saionji glared at her. ''She's jealous because she's a pasty bitch and as flat as a board. Well, you don't scare me! You can't kill me without getting executed. You might be good for killing, but I bet you're so dumb you'd get caught instantly.''
''You're right, it'd be stupid to kill you!'' Mukuro gritted her teeth and walked towards them. ''But I can knock out every single tooth in your mouth!''
''Now,now, don't fight, my dears.'' Kokichi raised a finger. ''Don't you wanna hear the tea, Mukuro? The Necronomicon has been stolen!''
''I don't give a crap!'' Ikusaba yelled. ''Go away already, or I'll beat you both to a pulp!''
''Oh, but I have a lot more tea than that.'' Oma smiled evilly. ''There's even some interesting developments that involve your dear Naegi.''
Day:April 7 th Time:10:10 AM Location:Church
Angie and Hifumi were meditating when Kazuichi and Tsumiki walked in.
''Angie.'' The mechanic called. ''I've brought a new member.''
''Tsumiki?'' Hifumi adjusted his glasses. ''Come to think of it, it's surprising someone as suggestible and submissive hasn't joined any cults yet.''
''We are not cult, Hifumi.'' Yonaga glared at him. ''Please, don't even joke about that.''
''Kazuichi says he's found a place to belong here.'' Mikan started playing with her fingers. ''I've...always wanted to feel that. More than anything else.''
''Atua has guided you to the right place.'' The Ultimate Artist stood up. ''The Children of Atua accept everyone.''
''T-Thanks.'' The nurse clasped her hands. ''When is the initiation orgy?''
''Huh?'' Angie tilted her head. ''There's no such thing.''
''Hey, if she wants one, let's have it.'' Yamada bit his hand.
''No, it's fine.'' Mikan blushed. ''It's just...I'm used to people making me do all kinds of things. Back before Hope's Peak, I got bullied all the time. They splashed me with water, smeared me with mud, burned me with cigarettes, beat me up, cut my hair, drew on me, used me as a target for dart games and made me eat bugs, imitate animals, give them money or strip.''
''What the hell.'' Soda grimaced. ''I figured your life had to be pretty fucked up to end up like that, but I never imagined it'd be that fucked up.''
''Your suffering ends now, my child.'' Angie pushed Tsumiki's head into her chest. ''You're a part of our family now. And that means...anyone that makes you cry...will suffer Atua's wrath.''
Day:April 7 th Time:9:50 PM Location:Restaurant-Dining Hall
Makoto, Kyoko, Shuichi, Maki, Celeste, Nagito and Tsumugi were having dinner.
''So how was your day?'' Shirogane asked with a smile.
''Without issue.'' Kirigiri replied.
''Fine, I guess.'' Makoto sighed.
''Too noisy.'' Harukawa grumbled.
''Just the same as all the others.'' Shuichi said coldly.
''Hopefully it was filled with hope.'' Nagito smiled.
Celeste bonked him on the head. ''Who gave you permission to make small talk?'' She scolded.
''Is that all?'' Tsumugi titled her head.
''Pretty much.'' Naegi shrugged.
''What, you want an essay or something?'' Maki glared at her.
''You know I've never been one for small talk.'' Shuichi said.
''I have nothing to add.'' Kyoko added.
''Yikes.'' Tsumugi muttered, sweating. ''Lively bunch, huh? I just wanted to start a conversation...''
''Then let's have one.'' Celeste smiled. ''I was enjoying a delicious dinner in delicious silence, but now some trollop that thinks playing dress-up counts as a talent won't shut up and is ruining my day.''
''Point taken.'' The Ultimate Cosplayer sighed.
Day:April 8 th Time:5:00 PM Location:Movie Theater-Theater #2
Miu, Kaito, Ibuki, Gundham, Gonta and Mahiru were watching Forrest Gump.
''So, Mioda, can you still feel your cunt?'' Iruma asked.
''Fortunately, yes.'' The Ultimate Musician smirked. ''And I'm in a very carefree mood lately, so you can bet I'm ready for any booty calls.'' She winked.
''Don't just answer such a foul question so candidly.'' Tanaka grimaced.
''Can you guys please be quiet?'' Koizumi frowned. ''Some of us are trying to watch the movie.''
''This is a bore anyways.'' The inventor grumbled. ''I wanted to see 50 shades darker!''
''Run, Forrest, Run!'' Kaito screamed in tears.
''Wow, Momota is falling apart.'' Ibuki laughed. ''So he's one of those guys that try to play it tough all the time but it's actually super sensitive, huh? Not gonna lie, that's kinda hot.''
''With enough power, even the heart of the coldest demon can be reached.'' Gundham sniffed.
''You too!?'' Mioda gritted her teeth.
''What is booty call?'' Gonta suddenly asked in thought.
''Come to my room later and I'll explain to you in complete detail.'' Miu replied, drooling.
''Leave Gonta out of your disgusting shenanigans!'' Mahiru yelled.
''What!?'' Iruma yelled back. ''You just want that massive dick all for yourself, don't you!?''
''How dare you.'' Koizumi slapped her.
''W-what was that for?'' Miu gritted her teeth.
''For everything.'' Mahiru put her hands on her hips. ''You've had that coming since the graduation party.''
''Guys, the movie is still on.'' Ibuki pointed at the screen. ''Weren't you the one telling us to be quiet?''
''Bubba, no!'' Momota screamed.
''Not him...'' Gundham stared blankly at the screen. ''You blew him up! God damn you all to hell!''
Day:April 6 th Time:11:00 PM Location:Sports Complex-Gym
Tenko, Akane, Sakura, Hina, Mondo, Ryoma and Nekomaru were running laps around the gym. Izuru Kamukura walked in and started doing push-ups with one hand at an extremely fast speed.
''Ever the impressive man.'' Ogami smirked.
''What the hell!?'' Mondo yelled. ''Did you come here just to flex!?''
''I'm just killing time.'' Izuru replied.
''Well, I'm sick of you and your attitude!'' Mondo said with his hands shaking in anger. ''I challenge you!''
''To what?'' Izuru stood up.
''I...haven't though of it!'' Owada scratched his neck. ''A game of...dodgeball?''
''Wow, that's random.'' Akane laughed.
''Tomorrow morning, in the outdoors field.'' The biker said with extreme seriousness. ''It'll be me, Ryoma and Nekomaru against you and whatever other two guys you can bring.''
''When did I sign up for this?'' Hoshi bit his candy.
''Fine by me!'' Nidai laughed. ''Let's show this guy what we've got!''
''Can I play?'' Aoi asked. ''I like dodgeball.''
''No!'' Mondo clenched his fist. ''This is a fight between men, Hina!''
''How sexist.'' The swimmer pouted.
''Don't bother Hina.'' Chabashira frowned. ''You're better off leaving degenerate males to their own nonsensical headbutting.''
''Boring.'' Kamukura turned around and started walking to the door. ''But not any more boring than anything else I could do. I'll be waiting at the outdoors field at 9 AM.''
''I can't believe that guy actually accepted.'' Akane put a finger on her ear.
''Guys!'' Akamatsu entered into the gym just as Kamukura was leaving. ''I have a big favor to ask.''
''What is it?'' Sakura asked.
''Makoto is still pretty bummed out after what happened with Sayaka, so I've decided to throw a surprise party for him.'' The pianist explained. ''That's sure to make him realize there's still people that care a lot about him. I figure the gym is the best place for something like that, so I need you to help me carry tables and stuff inside.''
''I don't mind helping.'' Tenko smiled. ''But isn't it a little too late for that?''
''Yeah.'' Hina yawned. ''I'm sleepy.''
''Maybe it would be best to do it tomorrow.'' Sakura suggested.
''Fine by me.'' Kaede smiled and put her hands behind her back. ''Let's do it tomorrow morning.''
''In that case don't count on Ryoma, Nekomaru and me.'' Mondo said. ''We have major business to take care of.''
''Yeah, right.'' Akane smirked. ''Dodgeball.''
''No matter the game, if you wanna win, you have to take it this seriously!'' Nidai yelled. ''I thought I already taught you that lesson, Akane!''
''I won't be able to get out of this, will I?'' Ryoma sighed.
Day:April 7 th Time:10:45 AM Location:Sports Complex-Gym
''Thanks for helping setting all this up, guys.'' Kaede clenched her fists. ''I'm sure this will cheer Makoto up.''
''No problem.'' Hina said with a smile. ''I think we could all use some cheering up.''
''Indeed.'' Sakura nodded. ''So much tragedy is certainly taking a toll.''
''Naegi might be a degenerate male, but he really seems different than the rest. ''Tenko played with her fingers. ''He seems so small and pure and innocent.''
''Don't tell me you're crushing on him, too.'' Akane laughed. ''He is kinda cute. Maybe he's up for a threesome!''
''D-don't get weird ideas.'' The Aikido Master stuttered.
''We've been moving stuff for a long while, so I kinda need to go to the bathroom.'' Kaede started walking towards the restroom. ''Excuse me.''
''As Nekomaru would say, have a nice shit.'' Owari said with a grin.
''Let's keep working.'' Sakura suggested. The other girls nodded and went back to arranging everything.
A few minutes after Kaede left, they suddenly started hearing sharp, loud noises.
Ogami immediately recognized them as gunshots, just like the one she heard when Shinguji died. She immediately jumped towards Aoi and picked her up in her arms to cover her with her body.
Akane's first reaction was to look towards the source of the sound. On the front door to the gym there was someone holding a rifle and shooting everywhere, but only their arm was visible. Then she heard Chabashira's voice.
''A-kane?'' Tenko mumbled. She was lying on the floor, crawling towards her and bleeding from everywhere.
''T-tenko!'' The gymnast coughed up blood. She looked down and realized she was bleeding as well. Then she collapsed and started crawling towards Tenko too.
The two girls slowly reached each other, extended their hands and interlaced their fingers. That was the last thing they were able to do.
That was the end for Akane Owari and Tenko Chabashira.
Alerted by the noise, Akamatsu walked back in and was immediately hit in the left shoulder. She barely managed to go back into the hallway and fell to the floor in pain, panting. ''W-what the hell is going on?'' She muttered to herself.
Once the bangs stopped, she went back into the gym, holding her shoulder with her hand. She was in excruciating pain, but she had to check on the others.
Asahina had closed her eyes the moment the shots started. She was on Sakura's arms, completely unharmed. Ogami's grip loosened and the swimmer fell down. She finally opened her eyes and looked up to the martial artist. She was standing there, motionless, and with her back full of holes and blood.
That was the end for Sakura Ogami.
Day:April 7 th Time:11:00 AM Location:Sports Complex-Outdoors Field
A ball hit Mondo in the face with so much force it knocked him down.
''You're out.'' Kamukura said from the other side of the field in his usual monotone. ''The current score is 7-0 in our favor.''
''Let's make it best of 15.'' Owada said as he got up.
''How many times are you going to move the goal post!?'' Ishimaru yelled from behind Izuru. Him and Gokuhara were his two team-mates.
''Shut up!'' Mondo clenched his fist. ''You two aren't even really playing!''
''True.'' The Ultimate Entomologist pouted. ''Gonta can't touch ball. Kamukura too fast.''
''This guy is playing by himself.'' Ryoma bit on his candy. ''Yet it feels like we're playing against a dozen people.''
''At least it's good exercise.'' Nekomaru laughed.
''I kinda wanna quit already though.'' The tennis pro sighed. ''Can't we just...?''
Hoshi's voice was interrupted by the sharp sound of gunshots.
''What that noise?'' Gonta asked.
''Gunshots.'' Ryoma pushed down his hat. ''I'm positive.''
''It's coming from the gym!'' Nidai yelled.
''Will this be boring?'' Kamukura muttered. ''I wonder.''
Everybody else ran towards the gym. Mondo was the first to arrive, and knocked the back door down to get inside.
''What the fuck is this shit!?'' He shouted once he saw what was inside.
Monokuma spoke immediately afterwards.
''Yay!'' He said. ''It's that time again! A body has been discovered! You know the drill!''
''Dammit.'' Ryoma muttered.
''Oh my!'' Monokuma added. ''Another one? This is truly a blessed day!''
''Why!'' Gonta cried.
''Wait a minute!'' The bear added. ''A third one!? I'm in tears you guys.''
Izuru arrived to the scene, walking calmly. ''I see.'' He said. ''It was boring after all.''
Day:April 7 th Time:11:10 AM Location:Town Hall-Secretary's Office
Victim: Tenko Chabashira
Cause of Death: Loss of blood due to 19 shot wounds. One pierced the heart.
Time of Death: around 11:00 AM
Body was found in the gym.
Victim: Akane Owari
Cause of Death: Loss of blood due to 17 shot wounds. One pierced the head.
Time of Death: around 11:00 AM
Body was found in the gym.
Victim: Sakura Ogami
Cause of Death: Loss of blood due to 39 shot wounds. One pierced the neck.
Time of Death: around 11:00 AM
Body was found in the gym.
The Ultimate Princess stared at the three files on the table. ''God dammit all to hell.'' She bit her lip. ''I was supposed to prevent things like this from happening.''
''This is...decidedly unfortunate.'' Kirumi clasped her hands.
''It's not your fault, Sonia.'' Mahiru sighed. The three of them had been preparing the next council meeting when they heard the announcements. ''You can't control everything that happens on this island at all times.''
''No, it is.'' Sonia glared at the window. ''I took on that responsibility when I accepted this position. If harm comes to anybody under my watch, I must blame my own shortcomings as a leader. However, self-loathing will not help anybody either. The only thing I can do is improve my approach until I am worthy of the trust that has been deposited in me.''
Day:April 7 th Time:11:20 AM Location:Church
''Why the hell did this happen!?''Kazuichi was crying and slamming his fist against a wall. ''Both Tenko and Akane...Damn it!''
''Sakura too.'' Hifumi bit his hand. ''If even a terrifying beast like her isn't safe, it's just a matter of time before we all get killed.''
''What the fuck, Kazuichi!?'' Iruma bit her lip. ''I came here because you told me Atua gives you divine protection or some shit! And this happens before I can even actually join!''
''C-calm down, guys.'' Tsumugi sniffed. ''Angie, I think they're losing faith. Isn't this usually when you give your Atua speeches?''
The Ultimate Artist was kneeling on the floor with her eyes closed. ''Atua...why?''
''I really chose a bad time to try and get in contact with my spiritual side, didn't I?'' Ibuki scratched her head. She had arrived with Gundham just before the announcements.
''It would appear so.'' Tanaka closed his eye. ''However, there might never have been a good time. In this island, evil is always lurking.''
Day:April 7 th Time:12:12 PM Location:Clinic-Patient's room #2
Kaede and Hina were lying in beds. The pianist was shaking and sobbing uncontrollably, while the swimmer was just blankly staring at nothing in particular. Chiaki, Keebo, Kaito, Maki and Makoto were standing next to them. The Ultimate Nurse walked into the room, looking at some x-rays in her hands.
''Good news, Akamatsu.'' She said. ''The bullet didn't go very deep. I'll be able to take it out and you'll probably recover pretty quickly. And Asahina is completely unharmed.''
''That's because...Sakura...'' Aoi muttered, without bothering to finish her sentence.
''Yeah.'' Makoto sighed. ''I'm glad at least you two are alright.''
''Why.'' Kaede sniffed. ''I only wanted to make things a little better. But...they just keep getting worse. Even Tenko is dead now.''
''Akane too.'' Nanami put on her hoodie. ''I feel so helpless, even though I'm supposed to be the Class Rep.''
''What does that have to do with anything!?'' Kaito clenched his fist. ''Just because you guys are Class Reps doesn't mean you gotta blame yourselves for every bad thing that happens. Do you think we like to see you self-loathing?''
''Calm down, Kaito.'' Keebo raised his hands. ''I understand that it is quite distressing to see these three in this state, but...something terrible just happened! Of course we are all grieving!''
''There's a difference between grieving and self-flagellation!'' The astronaut yelled back. ''Our situation is just this terrible. I don't care how much hope there's in your hearts, if you keep overthinking everything, they'll break sooner or later! There's no way to fix the past so it's better to move forward!''
''For once, I agree with this idiot.'' Maki said. ''We're not kids. Each of us should be taking care of themselves. Kaede...you've done enough. So now focus on taking care of yourself.''
''I get it, guys.'' Akamatsu cried. ''Thanks for worrying about me. But still...I just...want this to be over.''
Day:April 7 th Time:12:21 PM Location:Sports Complex-Gym
Kirigiri and Saihara were kneeling next to a rifle near the door.
''I can't find any fingerprints.'' Shuichi said. ''The killer must have been wearing gloves.''
''As expected.''Kyoko crossed her arms. ''They knew what they were doing. According to Akamatsu's testimony, the killer was shooting with only one arm through the door. This is an AK-47 from the weapons exhibit in the museum. Using a weapon like that with only one hand and without looking at the targets should be exceedingly difficult.''
''So you're saying...that should narrow the list of suspects.'' The other detective grabbed the tip of his hat.
''Hopefully.'' Kirigiri played with her hair. ''It's the only thing we have to go off. There isn't any real evidence this time.''
''Yeah.'' Shuichi sighed. ''But there's no way I'm gonna let this one get away, if it's the last thing I do. Kaede is only alive right now by pure chance.''
''But she is alive.'' The girl put a finger to her cheek. ''It's probably better to focus on that, rather than think about what could have happened.''
''You know, Kyoko.'' Shuichi closed his eyes. '' I think Naegi is rubbing on you.''
''I can't deny that.'' She smiled softly. ''And I can't say I have any objections, either.''
Day:April 7 th Time:12:33 PM Location:Hotel-Lobby
Oma and Saionji were sitting on a couch. Ludenberg was sitting on a rocking chair on the other side of the room, with Komaeda on the floor next to her. Ikusaba was leaning on the wall around the corner. They'd been there in complete silence for 30 minutes when the Ultimate Supreme Leader suddenly spoke.
''So who do you think is the killer this time around?'' He asked with a smile. ''Must be someone real fucked up to get three people killed! And it could have been five!''
''The other time there were three victims it was because of that asshole.'' Hiyoko glared at Nagito.
''Well, it couldn't have been me this time.'' Nagito put his hands in front of him. ''Celeste keeps me on a short leash. Literally.''
''That is correct.'' The gambler nodded. ''We're looking for a completely different piece of trash this time.''
''That's just your word.'' The dancer scoffed. ''Who says you couldn't both be in on it.''
Celestia clasped her hands and smiled. ''Trust me, dear. If I ever decided to commit murder, I would be far more elegant about it. And perhaps the victim would be someone inside this room.''
''And what do you say, Mukuro?'' Oma asked, glaring at the soldier. ''Any thoughts?''
''I say shut up.'' She replied coldly.
''Figures.'' Kokichi shrugged.
Just then, they heard Monokuma's voice. ''I think that should be enough time. The trial will start in 15 minutes. I look forward to seeing you there!''
Day:April 7 th Time:12:49 PM Location:Town Hall-Debate Chamber
Everyone was seating on their usual place. There were dolls full of holes where Tenko, Akane and Sakura used to seat, and a dismembered one in Sayaka's place.
''Well, you should know how this goes by now!'' Monokum pumped his fist. ''Let's go, 6th class trial!''
''D-Does Akamatsu really have to be here?'' Mikan played with her fingers. ''I just finished extracting the bullet.''
''It's fine.'' The Ultimate pianist put a hand on her shoulder. ''It hurts but...I'll brave it out. There's no way in hell I'm gonna miss this.''
''Such strength.'' Gundham closed his eye.
''What about you, Hina?'' Nekomaru asked somberly. ''Are you alright?''
''I'm ready.'' The swimmer replied coldly. ''I want to find out who did this.''
''So do I.'' Mondo cracked his knuckles. ''I can't wait to get my hands on that fucker.''
''We should move to the voting.'' Angie clasped her hands. ''The killer is obviously Ikusaba.''
''Didn't you say the same thing last time?'' Keebo scratched his head.
''Even insane nutjobs are right sometimes.'' Hiyoko pouted. ''I mean, who else could it be?''
''Please let the detectives speak before jumping to conclusions!'' Taka clenched his fist.
''Unfortunately, I must agree with them.'' Kyoko closed her eyes. ''We weren't able to find any more clues, so the only thing we can go off is the fact that the murderer managed to kill three people, and could have killed five, by firing a military weapon with only one hand and without the need to look at the targets. That's not something within the grasp of most people. But it should be within the grasp of the Ultimate Soldier.''
''Is that all?'' Ryoma pushed down his hat. ''That's not very strong evidence to accuse someone of murder.''
''No, I get it.'' Mukuro replied. ''With a crime like this, it's natural to suspect me. However, I'm no longer the only Ultimate Soldier in this room, right?'' She pointed at Kamukura.
''That's right.'' Nagito said with excitement. ''Izuru Kamukura has every talent at his disposal. The Ultimate Hope indeed.''
''True.'' Shuichi put a finger to his chin. ''He should be as good with weapons as Ikusaba.''
''But if it's him, then...Hajime...'' Nanami stared at the floor.
''Chiaki...'' Makoto sighed. ''You know we have to find the truth even when it's ugly.''
''Why did you have to say that!?'' Ibuki cried. ''I'm still not over Leon and Sayaka.''
''Well, Kamukura?'' Mahiru put her hands on her hips. ''What do you have to say for yourself?''
''Boring.'' Izuru said in monotone.
''Do you not intend to refute these allegations?'' Sonia tilted her head.
''Kamukura innocent.'' Gonta said. ''We playing dodge-ball when crime happened. Ishimaru, Owada, Nidai and Ryoma all there.''
''Playing what!?'' Miu laughed. ''This super serious guy!?''
''It doesn't matter.'' Mondo sighed. ''Point it is, he has an alibi.''
''In that case, it would appear it's back to Mukuro.'' Celeste glared at the soldier. ''You're the only one with the skills to commit the crime.''
''W-what?'' Ikusaba gritted her teeth.
''I guess sometimes the obvious answer is still the right answer.'' Shirogane tilted her head.
''Hey, wait just a minute.'' Kokichi shrugged. ''Just because you don't know about anyone else here that's as good at killing as Mukuro doesn't mean there isn't such a person.''
''If you are going to say that your true talent is something like the Ultimate Killer and you committed this murder, please refrain.'' Kirumi clasped her hands.
''Nah, for once I'm not talking about me.'' Oma said with an evil grin. ''I'm talking about her.'' He pointed at Harukawa. ''Maki Harukawa, the Ultimate Assasin!''
''A-assassin!?'' Yamada bit his hand.
''Kirumi just told you to cut the bullshit!'' Kaito yelled.
''But it's true.'' The Ultimate Supreme Leader pouted.
''He's right.'' Mukuro said. ''Junko investigated all of you before setting up the killing game. The Ultimate Child Caregiver is just a front. Harukawa's true talent is assassination.''
''That sure would be convenient for you.'' Soda squinted his eyes. ''Do you expect us to believe that without any proof?''
''Let's just get this over with.'' Maki sighed. ''What they're saying is true. I'm the Ultimate Assassin.''
''W-what?'' Kaede's eyes opened wide.
''That not true!'' Gonta shouted. ''That impossible!''
''Damn straight!'' Kaito yelled.'' ''There's no way I'm believing that shit!''
''I'm telling you it's true!'' Harukawa gritted her teeth. ''You've been going to class with a filthy killer all this time.''
''Well, that just makes three with Kiyo and me.'' Ryoma shrugged. ''I can't really judge you.''
''I don't care what you guys think of me.'' Maki looked away. ''The reason I hide my talent is because a good assassin obviously shouldn't be publicly known. Or at least that's how it was at first. There came a point where I just...couldn't bring myself to look at any you in the eyes and admit I'm an assassin. And of course, once we got here...I knew if this came to light, I'd be immediately suspected in every crime.''
''Damn right you're suspicious!'' Hiyoko glared at her. ''You're looking pretty guilty right now.''
''Killing is unforgivable.'' Chiaki put on her hoodie. ''But...would she really admit something like that if her goal was to get away with murder?''
''Chiaki is right.'' Sonia put a finger to her chin. ''All she had to do was deny it. None of us would have believed Oma and Ikusaba.''
''And then we probably would have voted for Mukuro.'' Makoto added.
''I'm just tired of hiding it.'' Maki explained. ''Sooner or later, it was gonna come out. Might as well get it out of the way now.''
''Was it you, then?'' Hina asked. ''Akane, Tenko and Sakura. Did you kill them?''
''No.'' The assassin replied coldly. ''I've killed dozens of people. If you think I deserve the death penalty, I can't even argue with that. But I'm not the one who killed those three.''
''Yeah, right!'' Mondo gritted his teeth. ''You think we're just gonna take your word for it!?''
''Of course we shouldn't.'' Kyoko crossed her arms. ''But we shouldn't assume she's lying either. Let's follow the standard procedure.''
''You mean alibis, right?'' Shuichi pushed down his hat. ''Good idea. Maki...what were you doing at the time of the crime?''
''I was in my room.'' Harukawa started playing with the ribbon of her uniform. ''With...Kaito He can confirm my alibi.''
''W-what were you doing in her room?'' Mikan stuttered.
''Well, we were...'' Kaito scratched his head.
Maki glared at him. ''Don't. You. Dare. Say. Another. Word.''
''But it's your life on the line, Maki Roll!'' He replied.
''Just spit the tea already!'' Ibuki started foaming at the mouth. ''I can't handle the suspense!''
''We were...y'know...doing two person push-ups.'' Kaito said.
''What the hell is that supposed to mean?'' Kazuichi raised an eyebrow.
''Stuffing the taco.'' The Ultimate Astronaut continued. ''Knocking boots. Checking the oil. Feeding the kitty. Testing the humidity. Sweeping the chimney. Spearing the bearded clam. Taking ol' one eye to the optometrist. Slamming the ham. Burying the weasel. Burping the worm in the mole hole. Riding the skin bus into tuna town. Stirring up the skirt yogurt.''
''I do not understand what any of that is.'' Keebo said in confusion.
''It means they were fucking, you cunts!'' Miu yelled, drooling.
''What!?'' Taka shouted. ''That's not appropriate in a school environment! I can't believe it!''
''Really?'' Tsumugi adjusted her glasses. ''That's not much of a twist ,is it?''
''That explains the accursed noise I kept hearing from the other side of the hallway this morning.'' Celeste said, playing with her hair.
''They were that loud!?'' Hifumi drooled. ''Who knew Harukawa was that type!''
''Stop talking about it.'' Maki looked around the room with a death glare on her face. ''Stop thinking about it. Do you all wanna die?''
''If Akane was here, she'd be having a lot of fun with this.'' Nidai sniffed. ''But she's gone, so let's move on. Are we gonna accept that alibi?''
''If it was just Kaito and Maki saying it, this could all be an elaborate ruse.'' Koizumi raised a finger. ''But since Ludenberg is confirming it, it's probably true.''
''I heard everything, too.'' Nagito raised his hand.
''Once again, it appears we have come full circle.'' Kirumi said in thought. ''Kamukura and Maki both have alibis, so that means the only other person with the skills to commit the crime is...''
''I told you from the beginning.'' Angie shook around. ''The killer is Ikusaba.''
''What do you have to say, Ultimate Soldier?'' Gundham asked. ''How high level of a demon are you?''
''I guess I can't get out of this one, huh?'' Mukuro sighed. ''I was hoping you would blame Kamukura since he only showed up recently. I never expected you'd fraternize with him.''
''Boring.'' Izuru replied.
''I assume that's a confession?'' Kyoko looked at her.
''Not like we need one.'' Soda shrugged. ''It has to be her at this point?''
''H-how!?'' Kaede yelled. ''How could do something so horrible!?''
''Stop playing the innocent girl!'' The soldier screamed back. ''I know what you were trying to do!''
''W-what?'' The pianist tilted her head in confusion.
Without saying anything, Ikusaba pulled out a tape recorder and hit play.
Saihara's voice immediately came out of it. ''So when are you going to do it?''
Akamatsu's voice answered. ''Soon. After Maizono's death, he's even more vulnerable than usual.''
''Do you really think you can kill Naegi?''
''Of course. He trusts me completely. The poor guy is so naive. I feel bad for him but...I want to get out of here. Just make sure I don't get caught.''
''Of course. I'll throw off the investigation as much as possible. If we're lucky, Kyoko might even be too distressed to investigate if he's the victim.''
''Right. Now I just have to create an opportunity.''
''Whaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaat!?'' Ibuki yelled when the recording finished. ''Conspiracy! Conspiracy!''
''I-Is that really them!?'' Taka gritted his teeth.
''No way!'' Gonta said with seriousness.
''That may be their voices, but...'' Keebo started to say.
''...It doesn't sound like them at all.'' Chiaki finished the sentence.
Shuichi pushed down his hat. ''Ikusaba...Where did you get that from exactly?''
''It was...'' Mukuro glanced at Oma.
''Oh, you thought that was real?'' Kokichi smiled and put his arms behind his head. ''It was just a prank, sis.''
''What!?'' She yelled, her face filled with rage. ''These are their exact voices! How could you possibly fake something like this!?''
''Wanna hear a secret?'' Kokichi gave her an evil smirk. ''I'm not actually the Ultimate Supreme Leader. My real talent is the Ultimate Voice Actor.''
''But...But...Dammit!'' Mukuro punched the table in front of her so hard it broke.
''Why would you do such a thing, Kokichi?'' Kirumi glared at him.
''I dunno, to see what happens?'' He looked at his nails. ''Doesn't really matter, right?''
''It definitely matters!'' Kaito yelled.
''Certainly.'' Sonia nodded. ''However, I think we should focus on the actual murderer first.''
''Good point!'' Monokuma said. ''In fact, it's about time we get this over with. It's voting time!''
Voting Results
Mukuro Ikusaba: 30
Izuru Kamukura: 1
''Once again, you got it right!'' The bear smiled. ''The murderer of Tenko Chabashira, Sakura Ogami and Akane Owari is none other than Mukuro Ikusaba, the Ultimate Soldier.''
''Don't tell me...'' Ryoma pushed down his beanie. ''You did this to protect Naegi?''
Makoto looked at the soldier with a glum expression. ''Why?'' He asked, barely audibly.
''I think...because I love you.'' Ikusaba replied, only slightly louder. Her expression had completely changed from enraged to sorrowful. ''Besides Junko, you're the only person I've felt...that I could kill anybody for.''
''Bitch, that's not romantic.'' Iruma pointed at her. ''That's fucking mental.''
''Mental, huh?'' Harukawa muttered.
''I'm feeling a deja vu.'' Tsumugi grabbed her arm. ''Didn't we do this last trial?''
''Are they gonna make out, too!?'' Hifumi bit his hand.
''B-but...even if you thought Akamatsu was gonna kill Naegi.'' Mikan sniffed. ''W-why kill Akane and the others?''
''I heard about the party Akamatsu was planning to throw shortly after I got that recording from Oma, so I assumed she was going to go for Makoto there.'' Mukuro explained. ''So I attacked before it happened. I didn't look inside because I didn't want to risk someone surviving and identifying me. I didn't care who else was there. You can't be a soldier and fret over collateral damage. At least not the Ultimate Soldier.''
''Collateral damage!?'' Owada screamed, his face red with rage. ''I'm gonna fucking kill you, bitch!''
The Ultimate Biker Gang Leader jumped on the table and started running towards her, but Nidai tackled him, knocked him back to the floor and pinned him down with his own body.
''Calm down!'' He yelled. ''I understand how you feel, but nothing good is gonna come from doing something stupid! Besides, I thought you didn't hit women.''
''That ain't no woman there.'' Mondo gritted his teeth. ''That's a demon.''
''A demon?'' Mukuro sighed and gritted her teeth. ''I guess you're right. I'm a demon only good for killing. That's all I am. I didn't even think of any other way to help. It would have been better for everyone if I had just killed myself. Sorry Ryoma, but I shouldn't have tried to be a normal person like the rest of you. I'm a monster. I was born one. And I will die one. I'm sorry.''
''Sorry...?'' Hina, who was sitting next to her, clenched her fists and gritted her teeth. Then she jumped on her, knocking her to the floor, and started punching her in the face. ''You think 'sorry' is gonna cut it!? Give them back! Give Sakura back! Give Tenko back! Give Akane back! Give all of them back!''
Makoto walked up to them, grabbed Aoi by the shoulders and pulled her back up. ''She can't give them back, Hina.'' He said softly. ''They're gone.''
The swimmer didn't say anything. She just broke down crying and buried her face in his chest.
''Makoto...'' Mukuro muttered without getting up. She was looking at him from the floor. A few of her teeth had been knocked out, she had a swollen eye and was bleeding from her nose. ''I'm sorry. I wanted to help you, but only caused you more pain instead. I really am...a monster.''
''Stop saying that!'' Naegi yelled. ''You're not a monster! You're a person just like the rest of us!''
''No, she isn't.'' Angie glared. ''She even helped set all this up. She's an evil, evil woman.''
''Certainly, her astral level isn't that of a mere mortal.'' Gundham crossed his arms.
''You better not forgive her with a sappy speech after all she's done!'' Saionji yelled.
''There's no way I can forgive her.'' Makoto started sniffing. ''But saying she's a monster implies this was always going to happen. You say you should have never tried to be like us. But it's the other way around! You've been keeping to yourself all this time. If you'd actually tried to become one of us, things never would have ended up like this! You would have learned about Kamukura hanging out with Mondo and the others. You would have known that there's no way that recording was real. And I bet you wouldn't have been so quick to kill either. You're not a monster! It was your own choices that brought you here! The least you can do is own up to it!''
''Do you really think so?'' Ikusaba finally got up. ''D-yo you think if I tried, I could have been one of you? Even after I helped Junko, would you have accepted me?''
''I don't know about the others, but I would have given you a chance.'' Makoto replied.
''Well, I blew it.'' The Ultimate Soldier started to cry. ''But...thanks. It's good to know...that it didn't have to end up like this.''
''Fantastic, Naegi!'' Komaeda started clapping. ''Once again, you bring someone from the brink of despair back to the realm of hope!''
''Can't say I care.'' Celeste played with her hair.
''Yeah.'' Mahiru put her hands on her waist. ''You killed three people, Ikusaba. And it could have been five. You have no right to act all soft now. Take some responsibility!''
''You're right.'' Mukuro closed her eyes. ''There's no way I can make up for everything I've done. But at least I'll try to help you any way I can now. I'll tell you everything I know. I'm sorry, Junko.''
''No, you won't.'' Monokuma said as a trap door opened under the Ultimate Soldier. ''Spoilers, bitch! Did nobody tell you that snitches get stitches? Although I guess you're getting them either way. It's punishment time!''
''Boring.'' Kamukura said.
GAME OVER
Mukuro has been found guilty.
Time for the Punishment
Mukuro was in the middle of a desolate city, surrounded by crumbling buildings. Suddenly, dozens of Monokuma carrying spears, swords and knives jumped at her.
Killed in Action
Ultimate Soldier
Mukuro Ikusaba's Execution: Executed
Ikusaba started dodging the enemy attacks. Then she kicked one of them on the wrist, causing it to drop its sword. Mukuro quickly picked IT up and sliced the Monokuma in half from the bottom up. Another one charged at her from behind her with a spear. She did a backflip and decapitated it from behind before she hit the ground, while simultaneously catching with her teeth a knife that another Monokuma had thrown at her. She kept dodging all of their blows and slicing all the bears into pieces.
Some more Monokuma appeared at a distance, firing at the Ultimate Soldier with assault rifles. Mukuro ran towards them, blocking all the bullets with her sword. When she was close, she threw the knife at one of them, hitting him squarely on the head. Before it hit the ground, Mukuro took the weapon from its hands and started firing in circles around her, bringing countless Monokuma down.
Suddenly, there was a huge explosion. Ikusaba barely managed to get out of the blast, but her right arm and the rifle it was holding were completely obliterated in the process. She looked back and saw the source of the explosion: a tank was firing at her, and top of it there was a Monokuma throwing grenades.
Mukuro jumped in the air, caught a grenade in her hand before it exploded, and threw it inside the barrel of the tank. She landed on the side of the tank and stabbed her sword into the tires. Then she jumped back and ran away, as the tank exploded behind her.
However, a dozen more tanks appeared behind it. Now without weapons and losing a lot of blood from her missing arm, she ran into a nearby abandoned building to get cover.
Then, a plane appeared in the sky and started dropping bombs everywhere. Once it left, there was only smoke and debris left. But an arm popped out of the debris. Mukuro, completely bloody and swollen by now, dragged herself out only with the strength of her left arm. Her legs were completely broken and mangled, so she couldn't get up.
A very damaged Monokuma limped his way to her. He pulled out a knife and stabbed her hand into the ground. The soldier bit it in the leg and slammed it into the ground. A grenade he was carrying felt off and the ring was knocked over. The Monokuma grabbed Mukuro by her hair, forced her mouth open and shoved the grenade inside.
She gave him a death glare, just before her head exploded in a rain of blood.
That was the end for Mukuro Ikusaba.
Day:April 7 th Time:1:58 PM Location:?
A green-haired girl in a wheelchair calmly watched the monitors. Next to her, a pink-haired one was kneeling on the floor, puking.
''If you don't have the stomach, you shouldn't have watched, Kotoko.'' Monaca said with a smile.
''B-but...that was...Big Sis Mukuro.'' Kotoko said between heaves.
Monaca moved her wheelchair towards her, held her face up and looked at her in the eye. ''So what?'' She said. ''You should worry about yourself. Barfing is not cute at all, you know. Monaca was told Kotoko was super cute. Was that a lie?''
''N-no!'' Kotoko stuttered with her eyes wide open. ''I'm definitely cute! The cutest girl in the galaxy! I have to be! That's why...that's why...''
''No!'' Monaca slapped her. ''The! Cutest! Is! Monaca! After all...Haiji hates Monaca. So...how cute does Monaca have to be for him to be willing to touch her.'' She started wiping away the puke on Kotoko's face with her thumb. ''Specially to touch her...like that. So...gently.''
''Nooooooooooooooooooooooo!'' Kotoko started crying. ''Not gentle, please! Everything but that!''
''You're pathetic, Kotoko.'' Monaca whispered. ''Monaca can take gentle...and rough. Because...that's the only way her brother shows her any love. So! Get! Over! Yourself! You! Floozy!''
''No!'' Kotoko was shaking and holding onto her head. ''Please, no!''
''Oh, Kotoko.'' Monaca shook her head. ''Pitiful, little Kotoko. Here, take this.'' She pulled out a pocket knife and put it in the other girl's hand. ''With this, you'll always be safe.'' She smirked. ''So stop those tantrums already.''
Day:April 7 th Time:2:01 PM Location:Town Hall-Debate Chamber
''As expected.'' Kamukura said as he started walking away. ''This was boring.''
''I disagree.'' Nagito said in tears. ''Ikusaba kept fighting until the end! To think even someone like her could have so much hope inside! You guys really are amazing!''
''Yeah.'' Ibuki nodded. ''That was pretty badass actually.''
''Shut up.'' Celeste smacked Komaeda on the back of the neck. ''I won't allow praise for that tart.''
''I'm more curious about what she meant by telling us everything she knows.'' Kyoko put a finger on her cheek. ''Was she going to reveal some kind of secret?''
''I guess we'll never find out.'' Tsumugi pouted. ''Too bad.''
''Please do not abandon the room yet.'' Sonia raised her hand. ''I have a message for everyone, in view of what transpired today.''
''Yay, a political speech from the president.'' Hiyoko deadpanned. ''How lucky of us to get to hear it.''
''First of all, I would like to apologize to you all.'' The Ultimate Princess ignored her and continued. ''I promised I would stop the killing game, so this is undeniably my failure as President of the Student Council. I shall force myself to do better in the future. In fact, I plan to discuss with the council some changes in the way we operate tomorrow morning. Hopefully you will find them helpful. Thanks for your trust.''
''Better next time?'' Angie glared at her. ''When more people die you mean? And then you'll just say the same thing again!''
''What else can she say?'' Maki sighed. ''Tenko and the others are dead. It's not like she can bring them back.''
''Then don't act so fucking high and mighty.'' Miu yelled. ''Who cares about the stupid student council.''
''Yeah.'' Kazuichi grabbed his hat. ''There's only so much you guys can do, Miss Sonia.''
''Correct.'' Gundham nodded. ''The strength of your soul might be impressive, but even demons of the highest level lack the absolute power necessary for the task you insist on carrying on your shoulders.''
''No.'' Sonia gritted her teeth. ''Kazuichi, Gundham, mark my words. I will make this island a safe place. I will.''
''As expected of you.'' Kirumi smiled.
Hina pulled herself back from Makoto and wiped her tears on her arm.
''Are you alright now?'' He asked.
''Of course not.'' She sighed. ''But I can't just keep crying forever.''
''I'm sorry, Asahina.'' Kaede said with tears in her eyes. ''This is all my fault. I'm the one who pulled all of you into this.''
''There's no way you could have known.'' Chiaki patted her on the back. ''It's not your fault.''
''Yeah, the only one at fault here is Mukuro.'' Mondo said. ''And also...this fucking asshole!'' He grabbed Oma by the neck and raised him up in the air.
''What the hell were you thinking!?'' Nekomaru shouted. ''None of this would have happened if it wasn't for you giving Ikusaba that fake recording.''
''Yeah.'' Shuichi glared at him. ''What exactly were you trying to accomplish?''
''I already told you.'' Kokichi said, barely able to speak because of Mondo's grip on his throat. ''It was just a prank, bro.''
''A prank?'' Ryoma bit his candy. ''Four people are dead.''
''Not funny.'' Gonta clenched his fists.
''That's like, your opinion, man.'' Oma smiled. ''I think it's hilarious.''
Owada threw him across the room. ''Thank Monokuma's rules. They're the only reason I didn't just rip your head off right now.''
''Lucky me.'' Kokichi coughed.
''So what do we do with this guy now?'' Mahiru asked.
''Oma's put all of us at risk!'' Taka clenched his fist. ''Due punishment is in order!''
''Can't we just give him to Celeste so she can peg him or whatever like Komaeda?'' Hifumi said, drooling.
''W-what!?'' Mikan blushed
''No.'' Celeste said coldly.
Kaito walked up to Kokichi and started decking him in the face. ''This one's for Tenko! This one's for Owari! This one's for Ogami! And I guess you should get one for Ikusaba too! That should teach you your lesson.''
''Yeah, I get the point.'' Oma replied. His face was completely smashed.
''Is that gonna be enough?'' Mahiru squinted.
''Kokichi's involvement was mostly indirect, so perhaps locking him up like we did with Komaeda would be excessive.'' Keebo replied.
''At the very least, I do not think he is an immediate threat.'' Sonia said in thought. ''We shall discuss this matter tomorrow as well. For now, I declare this court adjourned.''
''You don't have to say that, you know.'' Shirogane said, sweating.
Day:April 7 th Time:3:02 PM Location:South Area-Beach
Kokichi and Hiyoko were skipping stones.
''Hey, Kokichi.'' The Ultimate Tradicional Dancer called. ''Was this all really necessary?''
''Of course it was.'' The boy put his arms on her shoulders. ''I don't care what Naegi says, Mukuro was going to end up killing someone sooner or later. She was an obvious threat that everyone ignored, so I decided to expose her true colors for everyone to see. And now this island is a little safer, all thanks to me.''
''Yeah, but...people died anyways.'' Saionji stared at the ground. ''Even Akane...''
''That's the game we're playing Hiyoko!'' Oma yelled. ''It's our lives on the line! Would you have rather died yourself when that insane soldier inevitably went off the rails!?''
''No.'' Hiyoko sighed. ''I wanna survive.''
''Then you gotta be ready to see others die!'' Kokichi started crying. ''This is like a war. And Mukuro wasn't wrong about collateral damage.''
Day:April 7 th Time:4:05 PM Location:Hotel-4 th F-Tsumugi's Room
Shirogane and Yamada were snuggling in bed.
''Something's been bothering me.'' The boy said. ''That thing Oma said about being the Ultimate Voice Actor was probably a load of crap as usual. There's only one person I know that's so good at mimicking people.'' He looked at the girl directly in the eyes. ''The Ultimate Cosplayer.''
''Oops.'' Tsumugi said with a smile. ''You caught me. You're right. I helped Kokichi set that up.''
''But why would you do that?'' The fanfic creator asked. ''That's the reason Sakura and the others are dead.''
''Why?'' The cosplayer shrugged. ''Because I thought it'd make for an interesting story!''
''W-what?'' Hifumi tilted his head in confusion.
''I'm sure you of all people understand, as the Ultimate Fanfic Creator.'' She started caressing his chest. ''You always say you prefer 2D, but... the real reason for that is that you're in control, right? You can do whatever you want with your characters. This is like that, but with real people. Real fiction!''
''You mean it's possible to have the power of 2D, but in reality!?'' He shouted.
''Exactly.'' She kissed his neck. ''That's why I helped Junko set up this game.''
''Y-you did what!?'' He stuttered. ''Do you how many of us have died?''
''And many more will die in the future.'' She smirked. ''Isn't it exciting!?''
''Well, I can't say it hasn't been a little thrilling.'' He gritted his teeth.
''Join me, Hifumi.'' She said with her face extremely close to his. ''Of all the people I've ever met, you're the only one who can possibly understand the joy of writing. Together, we can create the ultimate real fiction story!''
After a moment of silence, Yamada shouted. ''Let's do it!'' He pulled the girl into a big kiss. ''I can feel it rising! The darkness within me!''