Prologue: The intense warm-up! Part 2
"What do you mean we have to kill them?!" Ryoko roared at the top of her lungs.
"I mean exactly that! You must kill one of the enemies! GO ORANGE TEAM!" Monoorenji roared.
"Oh for real! Awesome!" Jack grinned.
"Oh, I get it! You mean metaphorically kill them, right?" Savanna replied optimistically.
"No, I mean literally." The plush bear was quick to correct the gamer. "STAB THEM TO DEATH! DROWN THEM! CUT THEIR THROATS! Just make sure there is no heartbeat!"
"You are being...serious, aren't you?!" I spoke nervously.
"Yep! There are only two ways you are leaving here! By killing someone or in a body bag!" The bear's words resonated with us. " I hate to lose one of my underlings by them being killed by the blue team." Monoorenji's voice went from one of passion to one filled with care.
"What the fuck…" Ben spoke quietly to himself.
"Why should we have to listen to you?! You are just a stuffed animal!" Ryoko exclaimed as she advanced towards the bear.
"Because I am your coach! And I just what the best for you….please don't hurt me!" Monoorenji yelled as Ryoko stood right in front of her. "It is against the rules to hurt the coach!"
"What are you gonna do about it! That fake gun does not scare…" Abruptly the mounted machine gun fired at the wall.
"Wow! Amazing!" Savanna grasped in awe after hearing the gun.
"The rules?" Ayden said relatively calmly.
"Well, every game needs rules you know!" Uni remarked.
"See! She gets it!" Monoorenji was still sweating due to the Track/Field Star presence.
"Don't encourage her!" Rutendo added. "I'm not playing your stupid game!"
"The only way to leave the game is to kill someone and make it through the class trial not caught!" Monoorenji backed up from Ryoko before she began the explanation.
"Class trial?!" I asked hesitated
The Killing Olympics has a series of rules but the aim of the game is to kill one of THOSE INFERIOR beings…" Monoorenji pointed at the window which was still see-through. "After a murder has occurred, there will be a class trial where the murderer will become the blackened. After a fierce, intense debate where evidence is presented and discussed the group will vote and if they choose the blackened he/she will get punished but if you choose the wrong person….everyone else will get punished as well!"
"And by punished you mean…"
"KILLED!" Monoorenji disrupted me.
"Wait then...why are we in teams?" Chase asked.
"Oh, I am glad you asked that! Everyone open up the rulebook section of their e-Handbook!" The mechanical bear instructed. I, like most, was hesitant to withdraw their e-Handbooks from their pockets but once I did I entered the menu and press the icon with a book labelled 'Rulebook'. A numbered list of rules opened. "All student must obey the rules or else you will get…"
"Let me guess, punished?" Uni said sarcastically.
"Now you are getting the hang of it!" Monoorenji shouted in rejoice. The rules list was split into two sections; 'General Rules' and 'Team Rules read as followed:
#1: Athletes are required to cohabitate at the Killing Olympic Park for the remainder of the unforeseeable future.
#2: When a murder is committed in the Park a class trial will be conducted. Participation in this trial is mandatory for all surviving athletes.
#3: If the killer (hereinafter referred to as "the blackened") is correctly identified during the class trial, only the blackened will be punished for their crime.
#4: If the blackened cannot be identified, or if an incorrect student is identified as the blackened, all athletes except the blackened will be punished for the crime.
#5: If the blackened survives the class trial, they are declared the winner. At which point, they will graduate from the Killing Olympics and re-enter the outside world.
#6: If innocent students (hereinafter referred to as "the spotless") continue to survive class trials, the killing game will continue until only two students remain.
#7: "Nighttime" is officially designated as the hours between 10:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. During this time, certain facilities are closed.
#8: All acts of violence toward Monokuma (the games co-ordinator) or any of the coaches are strictly prohibited
#9: Monokuma or any coaches are banned from participating in any murders.
#10: Your e-Handbooks are very important items. Make sure you do not damage them.
#11: A body discovery announcement will occur when three or more students discover a body.
#12: Athletes free rein to explore Killing Olympic Park as they see fit.
#13: Athletes who violate these rules will be exterminated.
#14: The headmaster may add additional regulations to this list at any time.
Team Rules
#15: All athletes must participate in all team events including competitions and training.
#16: A teammate cannot kill another teammate unless it provides strategic value to the team.
#17: Teammates can help their teammates in a kill (an assist) however will not be granted the same privileges/punishment as the blackened:
#17a: If the blackened succeeds in the class trial then teammates that contribute to the assist will be spared punishment but will not be able to leave the park.
#17b: If the blackened fails then teammates that contribute to an assist will not be executed but will be penalised.
#18: An assist will not be recognised if the athlete that provides it, is not on the team as the blackened.
"Now that you have a good understanding of the rules, I should be departing. However, we will meet up for our team dinner at 8 pm! Don't be late!" Monoorenji declared as she headed to the door she entered.
"Wait, hold on! What the heck are team events?!" Chase called out.
"Don't worry! We can discuss that all at our team dinner! In the meantime settle in! Get to know your environment because trust me….YOU ARE NOT GOING ANYWHERE!" The last bit of the bear's statement sent shudders down my back. "Remember our team dinner is a team event so it is compulsory!"
"I'm not gonna lie...I am a bit stunned right now! She caught me without tac-mask!" Savanna giggled referring to her videogames. Despite all that happened she still seemed upbeat.
"Fuck this, there must be a way out of this! You guys can stay here if you want but I'm gonna look for a way out!" Rutendo exclaimed as she headed to the door we all entered.
"Wait Ru! We gotta work toget.." Savanna was interrupted by Ru slamming the door after her.
"She may be bitchy but she is right, it's not a good idea to stay here," Uni spoke calmly.
"Well, I am pumped for this! I have always wanted to compete in the Olympics! Especially considering that Blitzball isn't an Olympic sport!" Jack was filled with excitement.
"Are you retarded?! Like, were you dropped on your head as a child? She just told us to kill other people!" Ben snarled at the Blitzball player while pointing at the one-way mirror. However, by now there was no one left in the room.
"Ben you are being dramatic. I doubt anyone would be stupid enough to kill anyone else. Lighten up!" Ayden intervened.
"Whatever…" Uni rolled her eyes.
"I think we should look around, you know? See if there is an exit or something," I finally spoke. " I imagine that's what they are doing now."
"Alright!" Ryoko shouted. " We should split up to cover more ground. Pairs probably are best."
"Yay! I'm going with Rina!" Savanna shouted as she frantically rushed at me then squeezed my hand. I blushed out of embarrassment but also out of flattery. "What? She's the only female who I haven't bonded with."
"So needy…" Ben remarked.
"Alright then…"Ayden brushed off Savanna's comment. "Ben, shall we."
"Sure. Beats being with loudmouths there." The hockey player remarked, referring to Ryoko and Jack.
"What did you say!" Ryoko roared.
"This is gonna be hell…" Uni spoke to herself as Chase and I sighed. Abruptly I felt a tug from Savanna pulling me towards the door.
"Hey wait! Surely we should wait for the oth.."
"Nah, they will only slow us down. Besides we will catch up at dinner at 8. We have several hours to search." Savanna sniggered as she opened the door and entered the lobby to be greeted to a nice surprise
"Ah, Rina. We meet again!" A familiar voice spoke, it was Akio and another male standing at his five. He had brown hair that reached to his neck and hazelnut brown eyes complimented his pale brown skin. He had a muscular but also a chubby build with round waist and round cheeks which was blemished by a scar. He wore loose grey sweatpants and a grey T-shirt with a black jacket to cover up his stomach. Lastly, he had a navy cap to complete his look.
"Akio I would say long time no see but…"
"RIIIIINNNA!" Savanna screamed at the top of her voice in a giddy manner. "YOU DIDN'T TELL ME YOU HAD A BOYFRIEND! I remember my first love he was so handsome and dreamy. We went after one of my competitions…"
"Just ignore her, she trends to do that." I sighed excusing the Korean as she continued her now trademark rambles.
"No worries!" Akio grinned.
"HA HA HA! I can tell she's gonna be a handful." The other male laughed. "Well meet! I am Tobias Jackson the Ultimate LARP Player!"
Toby Jackson
Ultimate LARP Player
"I'm Rina Crawley, the Ultimate Long Distance Runner! Nice to meet you." I introduced myself.
"I met him in the conference room and instantly saw his potential in the arts of swimming. Look at those forearms." Akio felt up Toby's arms.
"You are too kind my friend!" The LARP player showed his modesty.
"What are you guys doing here, anyway?" I enquired.
"We were waiting for you!" Akio replied, causing me to blush. "Even though we are on different teams we are still in this sticking situation. We need all the allies we can get. We saw Ru but she was very angry."
"I am sure if we combine our strengths we can find our way out!" Toby exclaimed.
"Yeah, I feel that!" I nodded. " We should look ar…"
"HEY! Are you guys listening to me!" Savanna moaned like a child. "Just because you are with your boyfriend doesn't mean you can ignore me, Rina! I am not third-wheeling!"
"We-e aren't in a relationship Savanna." I blushed looking at Akio, we shared a look of embarrassment.
"Yeah right! I am gonna make this guy here my boyfriend to counteract yours!" The Korean pointed at Toby before walking up to Toby.
"Ma'am we just met!" Toby reddened, stepping back from the eSports player who was closing in.
"Toby, Akio!" A calm, monotone but yet stern voice called out from behind the duo. "Do you think it is wise to talk to the enemy." She had a long slender appearance like me though she had an hourglass body shape compared to mine which was more pear. She had long legs and arms and had a diamond-like face accompanied with a pointy chin and thick neck. Her monolid shaped eyes were light blue, while her pupils concealed a slight purple haze in her eyes suiting her long lavender purple hair with long woven strings that connect with some of her strands. This string ties at the left top side of her head, which holds a white Lille in place. She wore a cropped jacket that shines courtesy of a sequin knit. A crystal closure at the neckline offers an extra touch of sparkle to the jacket. Underneath she wore a light fitted white tunic that fits on quite nicely. The sleeves of the tunic are hidden behind the sleeves of the cropped jacket. She wore a shiny white flared skirt, which engraved shows flowers on the side. For her feet, she wore sleek white leggings that subtly turn a pale pinkish off-white colour that fades. To finish off the outfit, she wore Tlbia length boots that are smooth and sleek in design. I later found she was of Chinese descent.
"It is okay, Bashira I trust her," Akio said, referring to me.
"Ummm excuse me! What about me?!" Savanna appeared insulted.
"We don't even know your name." Akio replied, resulting in Savanna to weep before falling to her knees.
"So rude….Toby beat him up…" Savanna demanded, her voice was riddled in sadness.
"Miss! We ain't in a relationship!" Toby protested.
"Well do not let your guard down," Bashira added. "I am Bashira Joan, the Ultimate Figure Skater. It's nice to meet you." She still kept her calm demeanour.
Bashira Joan
Ultimate Figure Skater
"Hi, I'm Rin-"
"HEY! I'm Park Sai-ya! The Ultimate eSports player but you can call me Savanna and this is my partner Rina Poorly, the Ultimate Long Distance runner!" Savanna off the floor to her feet once again interrupting me.
"Nice to meet you Savanna." The figure skater greeted Savanna calmly.
"My name is actually Craw-"
"Rina stop talking! We need to look around the school for a way out of here." Savanna snapped at me. I was started to get vexed. "Toby my dear! Let's go!" Savanna wrapped her arm around Toby and dragged him to the exit.
"Hey, wait, we should wait for the others…" Toby pleaded but his cries fell on deaf ears as Savanna pushed them into the courtyard.
"We should get going! Bashira, would you like to come?" Akio invited.
"No thanks, I still have business here. But I will see you at the team dinner at 8." Bashira replied as she walked away from us.
"Ah, you also have one of those? I assume with a mechanical bear." I said trying to portray across how ludicrous the situation was. Akio and I had started to head to towards the courtyard.
"Yeah, a half blue and white bear. They want us to kill each other, its madness. I can't believe it!" Akio responded.
"It's madness. I just want to go home…" I was disheartened.
"Don't worry if we work together and hard I know we can do it!" Akio was full of hopefulness encouraging me a bit. "Right, Rina?" Akio extended his fist out towards me. His smile was contagious as my uncertain mood morphed into an optimistic mood. "The time now is 6:39 pm so we have over 2 hours to find a way out."
"Yeah...definitely…" I nodded before fist-bumping Akio and headed out to the courtyard. In the courtyard, they were two new faces
"Ah! Ichiro, Diane!" Akio called out as friendly as ever. "This is Rina, the Ultimate Long Distance Runner!"
"Hey! My name is Diane Jacques." Diane spoke in a french accent. " The Ultimate Dodgeball Player!"
Diane Jacques
Ultimate Dodgeball Player
Diane had a simplistic appearance; she had brown flowing hair that was short and reaching chin height and her eyes were of a similar colour. She had a lean body and was very short even for a girl reaching the height of my belly button and had fairly pale skin complimenting her symmetrical face and weak jawline. She wore a white blouse and brown skirt accompanied with matching short leggings underneath. She had a headband on her head above her forehead holding her hair back.
"I'm Ichiro Aiko, the Ultimate American Football Star." Ichiro spoke in a deep voice but he seemed down. He stood several paces away from Dinae as if she was diseased.
Ichiro Aiko
Ultimate American Football Star
Ichiro was a very tall man, taller than me even and very muscular, suitable build for his talent. He had short brown hair with hazel eyes contrasting against his farmer's tan. He had a sharp jawline and a very handsome face. He wore blue jeans with a black T-shirt which had a red phoenix on it and a grey jacket with black markings decorating it. His look was completed with a cap which was worn backwards and it was written 'STATE CHAMPIONS" on the side.
"I assume you are on the other team, beanstalk." Diane spoke jokingly about me.
"Yeah…" I said hesitantly ignoring her 'joke'. I was not too sure how she would react.
"Hey! Ease up! I don't really care about that team thing anyway!" Diane spoke calmly. "Let's just work to together to get the heck out of her."
"That's the spirit! We are about to try and find a way out of here!" Akio rejoiced. "Ichiro you should you come with us."
"Hmm, I am gonna stay here to see if they are any clues. Thanks for the offer." Ichiro smiled unconvincingly at us.
"Come on! We need your upper body strength for the team!" Akio complimented.
"Nah, bro. I'm good here man. Thanks." Ichiro replied.
"Aleksandr, Brooklyn and Matilda went to that building there." They pointed at two narrow but modern 7 story apartment buildings which were connected on the third floor by a skyway. Both buildings were black though the one on the left had orange highlights while the other was blue, I assume to show the respective teams. Near the building was a smaller wooden oval-shaped building. If the hotel was at 12 o'clock of the fountain these buildings were at 9 o'clock. "Katsumi went to that building by himself." Diane pointed to a building directly opposite the apartment building which looked like a huge sporting arena. "And Toby and his girlfriend I think? They went to the leisure centre. Damn! I didn't think that big friendly giant had it in him."
"Ummm I don't think that relationship is mutual," I explained smiling.
"I will go to the arena. I'll meet you guys later." Akio smiled at us before departing.
"Let's go to the apartment building," I suggested, mainly to avoid the drama that usually orbits Savanna. We departed towards the building.
"Hey, sorry if my joke offended you. I just like lightening the mood you know. Diffuse the tension." Diane explained.
"Nah it's fine, I'm used to the tall jokes by now," I spoke in a forgiving manner. "If I was a boy I would be at a desirable height."
"Well, I think Akio thinks you are desirable height!" She elbowed me in a jokingly manner while winking. "I'm joking. Akio likes involving everyone which is great. Hopefully, we can get along despite the situation we are in and get the heck out of here!"
"Yeah. I feel that. They probably separated us into the different teams to divide us. "
"Yeah but it won't work, they want us to kill each other but I won't allow them to turn us upon ourselves." The dodgeball player said with conviction.
We arrived at the blue building. The sign above the door read Team Blue Dorms. We entered what appeared to be a reception area as there was a reception desk. A young woman was lounging on one of the reception chairs which was near a lift. She was visibly chubby, especially for an athlete, maybe not to the point of obesity but quite possibly bordering on it. She had fair skin with a few freckles dotted all over her. She had blue eyes and long, well-groomed blonde hair reaching to her waist. She wore a frilly pink dress, and a matching frilly, wide-brimmed pink hat accompanied by white opera gloves and white heels, as well as a pair of round eyeglasses with a slight pinkish tint. Dangling from her plump lips was a long, elegant rose-gold cigarette holder, with a lit cigarette at the tip. The cigarette's lit tip was glowing a bright pink and emitting smoke of a similar colour. Her left hand loosely gripped a large, heavy-looking croquet mallet, the color scheme matching her clothes. It appeared custom made, as it had an ornate design and was visibly larger than average for a croquet mallet.
"Hey, Matilda! Where's everyone else?" Diane asked.
"They are looking through the rest of the building but I could not be fussed." Her voice was of a posh British accent. "Who is your companion?"
"I'm Rina Crawley, the Ultimate Long Distance Runner." I introduced myself.
"I'm Matilda Malleton, the Ultimate Croquet Player. But you can call me Tilly. Charmed, I'm sure" She replied. "From your accent, I deduce that you are also British."
Matilda Malleton
Ultimate Croquet Player
"Yes, I am." I smiled, it was nice to meet a fellow countryman. Matilda sat up, causing all her fat to jiggle slightly. She paid it little mind as she used her massive-looking mallet to prop herself to her feet.
"Though from your accent, it appears you are more northern than I am." She said, twirling her mallet in her hands as she exhaled smoke from her nostrils.
"Yeah, I'm from Warrington." I smiled with pride.
"Oh poor child, I couldn't even begin to comprehend what it is like to live in such a rough place." Matilda replied, adjusting her pink glasses.
"Hey! It's not that bad! Better than being a stuck-up southerner." I snapped with passion. One thing I disliked was southerners looking down on us northerners.
"Dear, I meant no offence." She replied sincerely, bringing her gloved hand to her pudgy cheek. "I meant the north is usually poorer than…"
"Yes, I know what you meant. Just leave it." My voice was riddled with annoyance. An awkward silence descended.
"So…..Brexit! What's that about amirite?" Diane smirked trying to ease the tension. "If it's about Britain leaving the EU why does it sound like a breakfast cereal." Diane started giggling, making Matilda smile. A bing came from the door prior to the doors opening revealing a male and a familiar-looking female.
"Matilda! You sure missed out. We each got our one roo..ah who is your friend." The male interrupted himself, releasing I was there. He had black shaggy hair with a black hue rest atop his head, falling just above his amber coloured eyes. His body was well defined and very muscular and he was also very tall, as tall as Ichiro. He wore a black tank top underneath a navy blue coach jacket with matching thin jeans that had a beige stripe down the sides. His shoes were blue and yellow sneakers. His forearms to his knuckles were encased in what appeared to sports tapes or bandages. The most defining feature was a deep scar stretching across his left cheek.
"It was average at best, a waste of time." The female uttered ignoring my existence. She had the physique of an average teenage girl, not too thin or "thicc". She had light peach skin with dazzling green almond which harmonized her blonde flowing hair which reached her lower back. She had a heart-shaped face with a sharp chin and jawlines. She wore a white ruffled blouse with a black ribbon under an olive green blazer along with tight black breachers and brown boots.
"Brooklyn, this girl is from the British Isles as well." Matilda introduced me, using her mallet to gesture to me. I knew who this girl was, she was Brooklyn Montresor, apart of the wealthy and famous Montresor family.
"Oh really, it is nice to see another British. Too many Asians here if you ask me." Brooklyn remarked.
"Brooklyn, you can't say that; that's…."
"Oh hush you, I am speaking to my countrymen." Brooklyn silenced Aleksandr.
"Or should you say, countrywomen! " Diane quickly added.
"You are Brooklyn Montresor, right? From the Montresor family." I asked.
"Hahaha, yes I am the daughter of Brendan Montresor, the owner of the Montresor Malls all over the United Kingdoms," Brooklyn declared in a proud manner. "I am Brooklyn Montresor, the Ultimate Equestrian. But Brooke is fine."
Brooklyn Montresor
Ultimate Equestrian
"I'm Rina Crawley, the Ultimate….Long-Distance Runner." My voice faded as Brooke's face cringed as I spoke.
"I'm sorry dear, where are you from in the United Kingdom?" Brooke asked, her face still in disgust.
"Warrington…" I replied, my voice was riddled with hesitation but also annoyance.
"Oh deary, apart from Matilda there is no one here that is worth speaking to is there." Brooke once again disregarded me as she walked to the exit as she flicked her hair. My eyes watered but I shook my head, metaphorically shaking my head.
"Hey, don't cry. Don't let those types of people get to you." Aleksandr comforted.
"I'm fine, I should be used to it by now." I answered.
"I don't think I introduced myself. I am Aleksandr Volkov, Ultimate Fighter. I go by the Wolf as well."
Aleksandr Volkov
Ultimate Fighter
"Wolf? Is that your stage nam…"
"Everyone, this is Katsumi Ryoma!" Akio stormed roaring. "He's very shy…" He dragged in a tan male who had long jet black hair that sleeked down to just his shoulders. He had emerald green eyes that dazzled. He was around my height so tall even for a male. He wore plain black sneakers with whites socks and a pair of blue jeans. A white shirt rested on his soldiers with a small salmon on the front left side and a bigger picture of it on the back. Underneath there was a black vast and wore a black fishers hat with hooks on it. "Go on!"
"I am Katsumi Ryoma." Katsumi looked at us then at Akio then finally back at us. "The Ultimate Fisherman." He spoke in a quiet but monotone manner.
Katsumi Ryoma
Ultimate Fisherman
"Something smells fishy!" Diane giggled.
"Dear, if I were you I would get new material." Matilda spoke, cigarette holder, bouncing up and down in her mouth slightly and shaking loose a few specks of ash. "Speaking of fishing, I'm fond of doing it on occasion, myself. Though generally, I do so using dynamite."
*DING* *DONG* rang the PA system. "The time now is 7:55 pm. Please make your way to the dining hall for your team dinner." Monokuma blared down the microphone.
"I nearly forgot about that! I need to get back to my team." I realised. "Where is the dining hall?"
"Oh, it is right there darling." The croquet player lazily used her mallet to point out the door referring to the oval building juxtaposing this.
"I best get going."
"What's the rush, Rina? We can all go together." Akio questioned.
"I just don't want to give my team the wrong impression," I explained.
"Dear, you don't believe all that murdering nonsense, do you?" Matilda asked, leaning on her mallet.
"It's not like that. They are some people on my team who I wouldn't want to be on their bad side." I sighed.
"That's understandable, don't worry." Diane added.
"Catch you guys later!" I waved as I headed to the dining hall. The dining hall the team theme with half of the hall was blue and the other was orange with a thick white line and a thick sheet of glass separating the room. I assume it could change to opaque like the glass in between the two conferences. Each half had a dining table, a pantry, a kitchen and serving area with drinks. Already there was Uni, Ryoko, Ben, Ayden, Chase, Jack and Savanna.
"Rina-senpai! Come sit next to me." Savanna repeatedly patted the seat next to me resulting in me hesitatingly sitting there. "Sorry about ditching you, I wanted some bonding with bf."
"It's fine. It was probably for the best." I whispered the last bit,
"This place is awesome! I'm so psyched for these Olympics." Jack shouted in excitement.
"Gosh, can you get any louder…" Uni moaned sarcastically.
"Everyone! Shut up!" Ryoko roared. "Has anyone found a way to get out of here." I sat down next to Ayden.
"There is a massive metal door at the perimeter of the mesh dome but it is locked," Ben spoke bluntly. " So I guess we only have access to these four buildings."
"Damn! Well, at least there is a leisure centre here. We can take it nice and easy while we will figure this thing out." Ayden said in a cool manner. "Take the edge off."
"And Rina," Ryoko called me. "We could go to the track and field arena to cool off!"
"Yeah, that would be nice." I smiled.
Suddenly Rutendo stormed into the room looking very annoyed. She sat opposite to me but didn't say anything.
"Did you find anything Ru?" Chase questioned.
"I hate this place!" Ru slammed the table.
"Stop being so childish! Throwing your toys out of the pram won't solve anything." Ben reprimanded.
"Shut up!" Ru rapidly lashed out. Abruptly Monoorenji appeared out of nowhere.
"Hello everyone! How are you enjoying the facilities!" The bear asked.
"They rule!" Jack shouted.
"Nice I am glad you think that!" Monoorenji rejoiced. " Now tomorrow we have our first team training session at 6 am at the leisure centre!"
"5 AM!" Savanna shouted.
"Stop moaning! To succeed you need to work hard. Use every minute possible." Ryoko shot down the Korean.
"Yes, ma'am…" Savanna rested her head on the typical in her typical manner.
"Then after that, we have a team breakfast at 8 am!" Monoorenji instructed. "But let's not get ahead of ourselves! Let's eat our healthy dinner after all our first competitive event is the day after."
"Competitive event?" Chase asked.
"Aye! Both teams compete against each other in different events in different fields of sports. The team that wins gets AN EDGE over the other team." Monoorenji elaborated.
"An edge?" I asked.
"In the murdering part of the Olympics of course!" The bear said so calmly.
"Damn I love a good competition." Jack was so eager, ignoring the last part.
"Excuse me? What if we don't kill anyone." Chase asked politely.
"Well then, I guess you guys will be stuck here...FOREVER!" Monoorenji declared sending shivers down my back. "Now enjoy your meal!" The bear handed everyone out a protein bar and a shake.
"This is dinner…" Ru complained as Savanna gleefully looked at the bar and the shake and quickly began to ingest it rapidly.
"Well, first I want to bulk everyone up! We have to win our first competitive event to get us going. Don't worry breakfast will be different I promise but till then eat up then I suggest you guys go to bed." Monoorenji justified. Ru picked up the bar and shake and left swiftly. "Rutendo wait…" The bear's calls fell on deaf ears. "Alas... well eat up!" We slowly ate our meal and after 'dinner' we all headed to the orange building of the apartment buildings.
"Nice, we get our own rooms! This could be my best day yet!" Jack began dancing. His room was on the ground floor around the corner from the lobby of the reception. His door had his name labelled. "How do we get in?" There was a touchpad near the door.
"Try using the e-Handbook!" Savanna suggested. He pressed the gadget and the door opened as the touchpad turned green. "Nice! Well I guess I'll see you guys tomorrow."
"Well, how do we find our rooms then?" Chase inquired.
"Here!" Ben pointed at the lift directory. It read:
Ground Floor:
Reception
Lobby
Jack's room
First Floor:
Uni's room
Rutendo's room
Second Floor:
Chase' room
Ayden's room
Third Floor:
Janitor's closet
Services
Vending Machine
Skyway
Utilities
Fourth Floor:
Rina's room
Ryoko's room
Fifth Floor:
Ben's room
Sai-ya's room
Sixth floor
Garden area
We all headed to our respective floors and most of us decided to call it a night. When we arrived at our floor, they were two rooms opposite each other sort of in a stand-off.
"Hey Rina, come here a sec." Just as I was about to enter my room, Ryoko beckoned me. "Try passing your e-Handbook?" I pressed my e-Handbook on Ryoko's touchpad but it flashed red and the door remained.
"Ah! So you need your e-Handbook to enter your ." I pondered.
"Indeed...thank you for the hand Rina." We parted ways into our own rooms. They were quite impressive; there was an en-suite bathroom with a shower and a toilet, as well as a double-sized bed next to the balcony looking out to the, was like a hotel room except for no TV but we did have a mini-fridge which I thought was a nice touch. There was a desk next to the bed with an alarm clock and on the other side was a wardrobe. In it was my sleepwear which I usually wear which made this already creepy situation more creepy. It was my rabbit dressing gown. I lied on my new bed still thinking this was a dream that I would make up from this nightmare but since I couldn't, I simply closed my eyes somehow drifting off with all those thoughts in my head.
Hey guys! I'm sorry about the long wait for this chapter, I had university but thanks to Coronavirus it's cancelled. Hopefully, I can update more frequently and I hope you enjoy this chapter.