Hey, everyone! Funny story you might want to get a good laugh out of... or not. I finished the last part of the prologue two weeks ago, and forgot to submit it! If I could hear your response, it probably would be nothing but soundlessness and the sounds of crickets chipping in the background at best I think... Yeah, my bad...! Really sorry! Unfortunately, the delay had to be even longer since I decided to procrastinate it because I wanted to adds some things since the wait was so inexcusable to me. Though first I had to get college work out of the way. After that was done... Well, here we are.
Anyhow, lets get to the lovely RR!
Reviews:
Shyjoker:
I see... What a crazy chaos world you live in! ^v* ...There's no complaints about the drawings so I doubt you have anything to worry about on that. I can imagine Kenzo's flashy appearance is quite dazzling that a solar flare can't compare! Also don't you mean *OwO/) Puella*.
SlyKingFrost:
...Well, the outcome was too predictable that it might not be considered luck at all! XD
BlueTanaka:
Are Nagito vibes positive or negative I wonder...? If his vibes have anything to do with his luck, then its a swirl of hope and despair overlapping each other. So... its both good and bad I guess? I'm sure she's happy you like the drawing.
SolarGoldeneye:
I'm waiting for the English release so I can play the game while knowing what it means. Fingers cross I don't. You'll learn after reading this part to see if you're overthinking things. I believe luck is equivalent to a cheat code or glitch in a system if you ask me.
AHundredThousandTrees:
Yeah, if it wasn't, I would've drop hints. Has it gotten better after this chapter? Interesting enough for you?
RainbowLights0001:
...Most people do forget when they realize they lives outside the house. So you must've quite active last month. Good for you! :D
SyroTheWritten:
With all the known SHSL , some are bound to be similar since the creators are clearly running out of ideas. Gatling Gun-san is thankful for your praise, however it wants to remind you that it doesn't discriminate its target. ...I think you waited long enough.
ShadedLyht:
It wasn't easy since I was already too use to treating them like two separate groups, but it had to be done. And yes, you are correct in the ocs already knowing each other beforehand so I went with it.
SHSLJester:
Yeah, I originally intended to have them meet the headmaster last chapter, but I decided to do a little world building have the cast interact a little or filler you call it before they met their worst nightmare ever. Some of them, more or less. Either way, I'm glad you were satisfied with the added part.
R3dLuv3Singin:
Thank you, and thanks for indirectly reminding me eventually that I forgot to update from your review. Some call it humor but I say humorX2. I'll be sure to remember to update! Also you only say you want to meet the mascot, because its not a dog right!?
Enjoy the last part of the prologue!
We arrived inside the gymnasium. Some minor changes were made. Like a row of sixteen black chairs on top of a long red carpet in the center of the room and at the end is a wide stage podium with a microphone on top with black curtains behind having the Kibougamine's logo branded on in white. The bleachers are now pulled back against the wall making the room look more spacious than it already is.
"Wow, they sure know how to festive the place up." Ayumi sarcastically praised. "I thought the place would be decorated more fancy like for our supposed entrance ceremony."
Most notably, above the doors we entered from, the electronic board's glowing red numbers have changed from the number eight to sixteen... It's certainly clear now the number corresponds with the number of people that is currently inside this very room.
"I-I'm sure they tried their best." Megumi believed.
All the rooms I visited where I met the second group has those electronic boards except the ruined auditorium which was probably destroyed due to the earthquake.
"Yeah, it sort of feels we're finally getting the warm welcome we deserve for our humble patience." Kotori agreed. "Look they brought out a red carpet!"
Wait, that doesn't explain... I see! So that's how it is.
"I'm afraid I must concur with her sarcastic quip. I could've done a better job decorating things up to meet the expectations and suspense we had to endure even at my least best condition." Takeshi smiled bitterly. "Unless!"
"What?"
"Perhaps they're playing this inadequate welcome of an entrance ceremony for Super High School Levels as a joke, and the real one will happen later today. That would be well above my expectations."
"How can one have expectations for a kidnapping?" Washisuke asked. "Nothing good that's what."
Kekeke, I don't know about that, I usually have high expectations for these kind of things to be really exciting only to end in disappointment.
"We still don't whether that's the case or not. This could be all a simple misunderstanding."
"He's right! For all we know this is Kibougamine Academy's exciting way in presenting that school entrance ceremony thing." Reita suggested. "Like a surprise party! I hope they got a tomato cake ready!"
"If that tomato cake is anything like fruit cake, then I'll have to pass on that!" Isao gagged. "Not to mention, tis not the right season."
"As long as they have enough taste to include trick candles that don't go out, then I'll be stuffed on that alone." Ayumi mentioned.
"Anyway..." Washisuke brought the topic back on track. "Have you forgotten that machine gun which almost killed us in that dense head of yours?"
"It was really loud, nyan." Sharaku complained.
"Most notably... deadly, I don't care for what kind of misunderstanding if it was, I'll make sure that the person behind this doesn't get away with this luckily unscathed like Hideyoshi-san." Chiyome coldly stated.
"And whether you keep them alive or dead, I'll take care of the rest regarding their... medical treatment..." Cinnamon assured.
Surely, they have their reasons to keep us around for all the effort they're putting in their class abduction plan. Then... why would they risk killing us all on a small act of disobedience? To only keep us in line? Unless... they thought we would all make it out? Yeah, that's probably it. Since, we're Super High School Levels, surviving something like that is no surprise. Though some others were too lucky, namely Koto for her miraculous survival, and Megu being rescued like a helpless doll.
"If this happens to be all a big joke or surprise party, it gets points for originality." Yukiko credited. "Though, I wonder how they would play down that machine gun incident?"
"That's not my biggest concern, I'm wondering why they wouldn't include me in the grand design of this elaoborate entrance cermony. To leave out the Super High School Level Host is an egnima... Were they worried I charge too much for my services? I would've performed my very best free of charge to ensure the satisfaction of my new classmates as they would receive a graceful welcome to their first day!" Takeshi declared passionately into the camera in the room.
"Well, aren't you a new student as well, Takahashi-san?" Zenji pointed out. "Wouldn't it make sense that perhaps they would want you to feel the whole experience with the rest of us? They couldn't do so if you were on the other side of things."
"I would appreciate the sentiment, but their concern is meaningless. My talent is to service others until their absolutely satisfied, not to be serviced. I just... prefer it that way and only that way..."
"If you insist, I'll take you on your offer." Benibara squealed. "It'll be just like one of my early works coming to life!"
"You should keep in mind that the entrance ceremony might a joke played by that high pitched announcer." Naoto mentioned. "They put iron plating on the walls for Pete sake. That's suspicious as hell!"
"Inydeed, nyan. I don't knyow about you all, but nyo matter how you decide to look at it, that... anynyounycer sounyded very suspicious." Sharaku pointed out.
"I don't know what the meaning was behind that squeaky announcer, but... hopefully its something really fun!" Reita gave an excitedly broad smile. "Will our host is giving us a ride for our money!? I'm pump to see what's in store!"
"...When are they going to show themselves." Kotori repetitively tapped her foot impatiently on the floor. "I'm getting very tired waiting for them to make their appearance."
"Perhaps not everyone is here yet." Naoto thought out loud. "Maybe there's more students that need to come here."
"No, that's not likely. Look, over there." Chiyome ordered, pointing to the row of black chairs. "There are sixteen chairs and sixteen of us, so its safe to assume are roster is complete."
"Then why hasn't our kidnapper arrived yet?" Benibara asked.
"I don't know..."
"When they do show up, I expect nothing good will happen. In fact, I believe its best we prepare ourselves for the worst." Yukiko assumed.
"U-Um, I-I'm starting to have second thoughts about coming here!" Megumi dashed panicky for the entrance.
"Hold up~" Isao nimbly grabbed her risk. "What can you solve by leaving by yourself? We can't just let you go alone. Like if this was a murder mystery game, the first person who runs away dies."
"...!"
"I'm kidding! Relax Megumi-chan. What will likely happen to you is that you'll be drilled with a couple hundred bullets upon exit is all. So go ahead and go become Swiss cheese if you can't think rationally. Well?" Isao gave a playful wink.
"...I think I'll stay here." Megumi decided.
"Besides, the safest place for a frail girl like you is surrounded by the Super High School Levels, especially me." I proudly pointed to myself.
"Yes, with the sixteen of us united, I believe there's nothing we can't handle." Zenji calmly assured.
"Yeah, bring it on!" Reita challenged.
"Careful you don't jinx yourself..." Yukiko warned.
It was at that moment...
"Hey, looks like all students are present and accounted for! Thank you for your patience! Let's get this show on the road!" The playfully light-hearted voice, the same one heard over the speakers.
"Was I the only one who heard that?"
"No, you're not crazy- well crazier than you were a minute ago I promise you..." Ayumi assured.
"The annoying voice from the speakers. Only this time..." Washisuke paused.
Only this time the sound came from this room...
"It's coming from inside this very room." Chiyome finished. "The question is where?"
"The podium-" Sharaku pointed.
"Reveal yourself to us!" Reita demanded with high spirits. "The time has come for you to reveal yourself to us! Come on out now! Then bless us with something fun!"
"As you wish, so shall I appear!" The announcer voice obeyed.
Seems like the fun is about to begin. Good timing. I was getting hopelessly bored. Time to see who's behind this.
Everyone brought their attention to the source of where we heard the joyful sound originated from which was the podium. It was then at a slow dramatic effect mood setting, a vertically split, black and stuff looking animal jumps out of the podium. Has a white stomach having a large navel with an x mark in the center. The right side shows a normal white teddy bear smiling, while the left is black grinning evilly, and instead of a black eye has a red-eye looking like a slanted bat. He moves and acts so carefree making his existence out-of-place as he twirls around before sitting down on its bottom motionless. There are mix feelings of confusion, fear, or whatever on their expressions concerning this creature's unusual appearance.
"Oh. My. Me... It's..." I paused in dramatic suspense.
"Whoa, it's a stuffed teddy bear!" Reita announced.
"That's doubtful. Aren't teddy bears suppose to be cute? So I heard." Chiyome believed. "This thing however gives a menacing vibe."
"N-Not to mention scary..." Megumi added.
"It's... strange looking..." Washisuke noted.
"I don't know about that." Cinnamon disagreed. "It's kind of cute. ...Half of it anyway."
"So what is it if not just a teddy bear...?" Benibara wondered. "And where is the source of that voice?"
"If it was a drawing, I say the creature is perfectly suited to being a cartoon character drawn by a five year old." Takeshi insinuated.
What pointless exaggerations. It's obviously a robotic bear that has communicator capabilities and a voice modifier along with more.
"I think! I think! Perhaps... it's a tanuki!" Kotori suggested.
"That thing is a dog?" Naoto puzzled.
"Well, there's no better expert in telling than one of its own kind." Ayumi snickered.
"?" Kotori perplexed.
"Nyo, its nyot, nyan. Otherwise it wouldn't be here right nyow, nyan." Sharaku stated.
"Hello~!" The bear-like creature called out. "First off, I'm not a teddy bear or a tanuki! Second! Have anyone of you ever seen a real bear before? A savage, deadly, and adorable creature. Well, I'm a cut above the rest for I am a highly advance bear born ahead of its time! Third! Why not ask said creature instead of making your wild, deluded, and insulting assumptions! My design was rated a perfect ten out of ten you bastards!?"
"Yeah sure, like an inanimate object will-" Isao stopped midsentence. "...Talk?"
"That voice... is without a doubt the same voice heard from those announcements." Naoto declared. "Meaning-"
"Wow, it can talk...!" Hayato amazed, cutting him off. "I wonder if it can dance too!"
"Probably so from its agile movement and creative mannerism it displayed previously but whether it can dance well is another story... This bear creature... could be operating on some remote control settings and is equip with speakers for whoever is on the other end to speak away. Or at least that's my take on it." Isao theorized.
"That is a good possibility." Yukiko credited, then faced the bear. "Who and what are you?"
"About time someone started asking!" The bear huffed. "As I said before, I'm a very special, one of a kind, highly advance bear! My name is Monokuma! You may call me your host, kidnapper, or whatever you like! But above all you should know I'm-!"
"Absolutely disgusting..." I interrupted.
"Huh?"
"Your appearance. What an eyesore I see before me... The very sight of you repulses me to no end. No class, no beauty, no grace! At least normal kidnappers would bestow a tolerant comically show before I make their day rain however you fail to seduce my humble patience the slightest by nearly making me lose my appetite! Your appearance is so poor and laughable that its not funny. The others referring you to as a host is too good of a compliment! If you're really a host, then Take is a heavenly host! Disappear this instant from my world you FUGLY bear!"
"Kurenai-san, I believe its unwise to... poke the bear." Zenji advised.
"Oh please." Monokuma waved a paw. "Like words can ever hurt-"
"Fugly Monokuma, fugly one of a kind, fugly very special, fugly highly advance bear." I degraded.
"Th-That had no effect whatsoever..."
"Then why are you covering your eyes?"
"I feel bad for that poor bear, maybe you should apologize-" Megumi suggested.
"Never!"
"O-Okay!"
"What cruel high school students you are..." Monokuma sniffed, raising his paws up into the air. "Letting this poor little old bear being bullied and not even offering help... Such rotten children need to be punished! AAAAAHHHH...!"
The next moment, coming from out the gymnasium's ceiling is a full arsenal of firearms pointing right at us.
"Eeeh!" Megumi froze.
"Not this again! Take cover behind a corner or I'll lariat you to one!" Washisuke ordered.
"Futile. From looking at their trajectory, and rotating angel each machine gun possesses, there's no safe place where they can't reach within the dimension of this room." Yukiko analyzed.
Aww, I wanted to coolly explain that...
"Then what should we do, nyan?" Sharaku ask untroubled. "Otherwise, I ask if there's a way to die quickly as possible than hear that awful nyoise again, nyan."
"Hey, Zenji-kun. Can you do that negotiating thing of yours on that thing?" Benibara pleaded.
"...Doing so against Monokuma-san right now would be a meaningless effort." Zenji vaguely explained.
"Damn, why should we be punished for his actions!? It's your fault!" Naoto blamed me.
"Komatsu-san's right." Cinnamon agreed. "At least apologize for hurting his feeling!"
"No, I only spoke the truth and am not sorry." I refused.
"There's a distinct difference between being true and honest, than mindlessly saying whatever rudeness is on your mind." Naoto pointed out.
"Survival wouldn't be a problem for me, but as for you guys... Perhaps if someone were to kill him than the bear would be lenient." Chiyome suggested. "However, killing for a childish reason such as this is beneath me, so one of you would have to do your own dirty work."
"Obviously, none of us would commit murder at the slim chance he wouldn't open fire!" Reita declared.
"Yes, no thank you." Takeshi agreed. "I rather clean the mess made than to cause it."
"That wouldn't have been necessary Takahashi-san. I am a doctor you know. Leave that line of work to me." Cinnamon offered.
"I've been coordinating a new dance called the dance of death but its still in the development phrase. It's lacking something very important... Maybe this experience will help me bring the dance to fruition." Hayato wondered.
"You know... I kind of want to see that dance now. If its like dancin' on someone's grave, then I can enjoy that dance since its directed at Kurenai." Ayumi snickered.
Ah, what a kidder.
"If you want to shoot us, go ahead and fire away!" Isao cheered.
"Idiot! What are you-" Washisuke asked.
"But... I know you won't~"
"Hmm?" Monokuma tilted his head.
"There's nothing to worry about. We're in no danger whatsoever. If they actually wanted to off us, they would've done the deed by now with that machine gun prank."
"Prank?"
"That's right. Kenzo-chan, can you identify what type of bullet this is?" Isao held up a long shaped bullet. "It's the ammunition for the machine gun from which you oddly have knowledge over."
"? That's... not its usual ammo. ...I'm not familiar with that type of model either? How unusual..." I stunned.
"As I thought. That's because its a specially made bullet coated in a rubberlike substance. It's significantly weaker than the average bullet that it lacks any deadly force. Even if shot from a certain Gatling gun, it would be harmless. No different from a BB gun."
"Doubtful. The crevices caused by them says otherwise. The distance fired alone probably exceeds the BB gun, and additionally the time each impact took was as fast Kurenai-kun, means the speed is also vastly abnormal, right?" Yukiko disproved.
"Well, if you want the specifics... A little different. You can surely live from the onslaught but you'll most likely suffer from some nasty bruises and end up being covered all over in a deep shade of purple for weeks or even months. Gruesome, right~?"
"And fortunately... Fortunately... with Karakuri-san here, injuries like those wouldn't even last the week." Reita concluded. "And that was two years before she became the Super High School Level Doctor, she probably take less than three days I bet!"
"Thank you for the compliment!" Cinnamon squealed. "Is that an invitation for me to-!?"
"N-No! I was only stating the facts along with a believable hypothesis is all!"
"S-So back then and right now is..." Megumi paused.
"Mere attempts to spook us is all." Isao finished. "Apply logic and reason, you would learn from the beginning that they need us alive for something. Otherwise why wouldn't they have killed us long ago and why do you think I put everyone in danger back then without knowing ahead there was no real harm? Deadly anyway..."
I could think of a couple reasons if I were the one to pull this prank. The three T's... Torment, taunt, and trick.
"True, unless my insane luck is protecting you all! No need to thank this delightful maiden~!" Kotori playfully praised herself.
"Okay we won't then~" Benibara smiled.
"...Doesn't mean I wouldn't mind..."
"So what do you have in store for us that required you to be taken deadly serious?" Isao questioned. "Teddy Bear-chan."
Everyone focused their attention to hear a reply.
"Grrr, how perceptive of you! And I thought I told you that I'm not a teddy bear! Now listen up!" Monokuma ordered. "Let's start over on a brand new leaf! I'm Monokuma! And I am Kibougamine's Headmaster! Nice to meet you all."
That's so doubtful that calling him out on it isn't worth the effort.
"Wah, our headmaster is a teddy bear!?" Hayato shocked.
"Hey, come on now! For the LAST time! I'm not a teddy bear! I'm Monokuma! A.K.A. YOUR headmaster!"
"Sure, and the world is flat!" Reita chuckled.
"Excuse us for being skeptical to your claim, but we find that a little hard to believe." Takeshi informed.
"A little? More like impossible." Naoto denied. "You have to be a real nut to believe that."
"Stranger things have happen." I reminded.
"True that."
"Are you referring to believing that thing is a teddy bear or not, or that its the headmaster?" Kotori wondered. "If the former, I like to go back to my belief of it being a tanuki-"
"Now then, let's move past this before its too late!" Monokuma ignored. "There's no time to lose! I'm trying to uphold a time-table that needs to be kept on schedule! As you may have already figured out. This is not Kibougamine Academy."
"Really? We had absolutely no idea whatsoever." Ayumi sarcastically faked her shock.
That's unsurprising. This bear's non-laughable existence... Kibougamine has more class than to let that lame-ass bear be a part of it.
"This isn't Kibougamine Academy... Are you sure?" Hayato asked.
"Obvious, if you taken the liberty to explore the insides of the academy beforehand, you would be aware from the moment we left the auditorium." I reprimanded.
"As I recall, Kibougamine Academy is off limits to outsiders, including Pre-Super High School Levels until day of enrollment." Isao informed.
"Well, there are exceptions like receiving special permission."
Or sneaking in like a boss!
"I know. There's even special events which-"
"Both of you need to shut up and let the bear talk." Washisuke scolded.
"Thank you! Where were we... Oh right! The academy! I guess you can call the academy we're in a substitute. You don't need to know the history or details about the place, not even this academy's name is unimportant!" Monokuma advised. "Now, without a further ado... Let's commence with the entrance ceremony!"
"The entrance ceremony? That announcement was on the level?" Naoto perplexed.
"Or is it a freshmen hazin'!?" Ayumi argued.
"Does it really matter, nyan? It's over and done with, nyan." Sharaku directed.
"Th-Thank goodness." Megumi glad.
"Wish there was more dancing..." Hayato sighed.
"I'll admit they had me going. They surely know how to give us a run for our money." Takeshi complimented. "As expected from the highly famed Kibougamine Academy. Wonder if they'll let me in on one next time if I plead on my knees?"
"I'm sure you needn't to go that far if your manners are as elegant as your talent at full capacity." Zenji assured.
"The only complaint is couldn't they make their mascot more on the cutesy side?" Benibara quietly grumbled."
Some classmates felt a relief on their shoulders, while other students facial expressions didn't kept their suspicion hidden. I also have a strange feeling about this whole situation... What's going to happen next I wonder.
"Ahem!" Monokuma coughed. "We'll skip out on school protocol, roll call, and exedra! Your esteem headmaster will get straight down to business with you guys since you're probably so eager to know! You sixteen students are our world's greatest hope with quality talent! Such precious symbols of hope should be preserved, nurtured, and protected! Which is why you guys are to carry out your lives together within these walls..."
"Wh-What is that suppose to mean?" Megumi asked.
"It's probably referring to us staying here. On the information packet received when we accepted enrollment to Kibougamine Academy, it mentioned how dorms would be provided for us free of charge during our stay." Isao informed.
"I also read about that. Though, it never mentioned anything about being suddenly abducting and sealing the relocated place with metal plating..." Naoto recalled.
"Perhaps they thought we cut class!" Reita jested.
"I thought attendance wasn't mandatory. That pretty much sealed the deal when I decided to enroll here!" Hayato declared.
"This place must be going renovation or something." Kotori concluded. "Thinking it like that, its impressive they did this great of a job fixing the place up."
"Except for that classroom..." Yukiko murmured to herself.
That's right. Dismiss everything else, and there's still that left and the mysterious game mentioned from that other voice... I could ask about either... Though, there's another question that'll confirm my suspicions just as well.
"Monokuma, how long do you exactly intend to keep us inside this place?" I questioned.
Lie or tell the truth. It doesn't matter since I'll find the truth eventually.
"Hmm..." Monokuma placed a paw on his mouth humming a catchy tone thinking about it. "...Forever, I suppose"
And there it is. Though, just in case...
"For realsies?"
"For realsies."
Wow! The bear is dead serious! ...Even so!
"Yeah, yeah." I yawned long and forcibly. "You're such an uber jokester. That or the staff thinks they're playfully dealing with a bunch of children... Either way a perfect jester for this renovated academy. Well, I don't know about you all, but I'm off to find the real headmaster and have a civil and professional chat over important stuff like my esteem living arrangements. Bye, you delusional bear!" I waved my hand in a horizontal farewell fashion with my back turned.
I must know how serious this bear intends to take this game!
"What the hell is wrong with you!? Were you not listening? When I said forever... I MEAN EVER!" Monokuma made a snapping noise with his paw.
How he did that without opossum thumbs? No one knows.
"...!"
The entrance doors closed instantly.
"There will be no escape until I say so!"
Decent intimidation. I give it a six out of ten.
I somewhat try to open the doors despite already knowing how cliché this stuff goes... As I thought, the doors didn't budge one bit.
Turning around, I noticed the other students murmuring among themselves with a slight worriedness in their voices.
"...Come on," Reita spoke up. "This joke is getting pretty old, don't you think? Pretending to be the headmaster. We'll give you a passing score on some evaluation acting sheet to your superiors. So, why not just drop it?"
"Hm, superiors? Pretending? I'm not pretending nor do I have any superiors. I'm top of the food chain! I'm Monokuma! I am your headmaster! And you'll be staying in this school for the rest of your lives!"
Even the simplest of minds are beginning to comprehend the seriousness in the bear's proclamation.
"...You're serious... We really are trapped here!?"
"No, it cannot be! Hold me Reita-chan!" Cinnamon grappled onto his back.
"G-Get off me! This isn't the time or place for this!"
"Then when is it the time!?"
"I rather not question your creativity in this entrance ceremony, but you're starting to scare everyone here and not in an acceptable way. It might be overkill if you continue terrorizing them with this bit. Please cease this and we can started the true entrance ceremony." Takeshi politely requested. "Together if you don't mind."
"..." Monokuma responded with nothingness.
"Surely, you can tell by its silent response that your self-denial isn't worth replying to." Yukiko answered.
"N-No, I refuse to believe this to be true! This can't be happening!" Megumi cringed.
"Hey, Naoto-kun, is that bear telling the truth?" Hayato asked.
"How am I suppose to know? I'm good at reading people, that however is a machine, not a person." Naoto pointed out.
"I thought since your talent revolves around machines you..."
"Yeah, but they don't talk- Well, some do... But... The point is I can't tell if the truth told by machines is really the truth or not!"
"You can't expect to get away with this, do you?" Washisuke questioned.
"I believe I can and will." Monokuma answered. "All of your connections have been all cut off from the outside world. You should know by now having all your electronics confiscated."
My high quality electronics have been taken away from me, but that's not enough to break me!
"Even so! People will know that we're missing and come search for us!" Reita declared.
"Y-Yeah! My fans will be on you like a bunch of bloodthirsty hounds so you better let us out!" Benibara threatened, then displayed pleading eyes. "You wouldn't want to imprison and make me very sad, would you? Please reconsider~"
"Your charms won't work on it." Chiyome informed. "And here's word of advice when there's a possibility... When you threaten someone, you're not suppose to plead after. That would be like putting out fire with small bits of ice."
"..."
Chiyo-san doesn't really understand the concepts of a girl's appeal which has no sensible logic to ones actions. Beni-hime is aware of them but can't say because like a joke, if you have to explain it, there's no punch to it. Another way to put it is that... Innocence is bliss. The same as her pseudo persona and allure. Although- ...I'll have to get back to my inner discussion at a later day.
"Monokuma, I'm sure there are still others who can't come to terms to your serious claim." I mentioned. "Why not do something that even the dumbest person would understand to not mindlessly oppose you?"
Exclude killing of course but I don't need to tell you that.
"I really don't care. Honestly, you bastards can believe whatever you want, but you'll never be able to escape the undeniable truth. I'm sure you'll come to realize it eventually. All the exits have been sealed. You've already figured that out during your little walk out here. Forget your old lives outside the school, you'll be better if you do. Accept that this place is now your new home till you die of old age!" Monokuma ordered.
"...As much as I hate to admit it, Monokuma's right." Naoto admitted. "We must accept the obvious truth that stands before us, and acknowledge what damn bear said so far is true. We're kidnapped and are forced to stay here against our will. That much is certain. However... none of that means anything regarding accepting our new lives here!"
"Yeah, none of us don't want be kept here." Washisuke agreed. "If I had an arrow, I shoot a bulls eye in one of that bear's eyes."
"How about a shuriken slicing its gut open in a horizontal fashion right across its ridiculously bloated naval?" Chiyome suggested.
"Leave the person controllin' that device to me. I'll thrash the heck out of them." Ayumi threatened.
"Upupupu... I wouldn't do that if I were you." Monokuma recommended. "I advise you bastards to act like proper student when ordered and not oppose me. Unless you want to risk facing the wrath of over a thousand Monokumas! They have been stored in stock around the whole school. And to add overkill with more overkill, I got an arsenal of firearms waiting to release their load! If you think I'm bluffing go on and try! Do we have a volunteer in the audience!?"
"Everyone, here's a friendly piece of advice in case you need a reminder. You should know that we're dealing with a super advance technology robot called Monokuma. Being so, it shouldn't need to show expressions like a living creature. Meaning it mostly behaves like that in an attempt to mock and provoke us into making rash decisions. You can't trust or let what you see out of Monokuma get to you. Careful with every action you make. Unless you want to die?" I sternly warned.
Though telling them might be pointless... No Super High School Levels would be foolish enough to receive an early endgame.
"Monokuma." Isao walked up to him. "I believe we went over this. Your ammunition is deadly real. Merely a bluff to keep us in line-"
*BANG*
"That real enough for you? I believe I made you troubled students understand your place."
"..." Isao motioned a hand vertically across his right cheek feeling something warm on his face. "Blood...?"
"Definyitely blood, nyan..." Sharaku stated. "Lucky for him it only grazed him, nyan."
"Hah, you call that lucky? If I was in his shoes, that bullet wouldn't even graze me." Kotori argued.
"Break my rules and you shall be punished! I have more than enough means to kill you all where you're standing whenever I want if anyone has any funny ideas of defying me!" Monokuma declared.
Good move... He wasn't bluffing about defying him. He won't let us out this academy. Monokuma has the power to kill us all if he so desires, but prefers us living if possible for his unknown agenda. What a menacing creature he is yet has the generosity to warn those who fail to comprehend the danger. How... uncharacteristic of it... What plans are exactly in stores of us?
"So the kiddy gloves have come off, have they?" Isao smirked. "From this, I've learn more than you could possible imagine. You would've been better off killing me when you had the chance."
"Who says its too late?" Monokuma innocently asked.
"We both know you wouldn't this time so drop the threats."
"..."
"Nakamura-san, let me see the wound." Cinnamon took a gander. "...Nothing to worry about. Doesn't even require treatment and won't even leave a scar... You'll be fine."
"Good to know!" Isao said.
"We're so relieved to hear that, but there are more important things we need to deal with right now." Ayumi sarcastically mentioned. "Startin' with how stupid it is that we're bein' kept here against our will. You can't keep us here..."
"Oh, I can't? Why not?" Monokuma asked casually. "We're crazy rich after all. We have an unlimited supplies to keep everyone well and healthy. I'm not even charging you a single yen for all the accommodations provided! What a steal if I do say so myself!"
So... you're giving us a life of luxury for free. I don't see the problem. My luck is not in danger whatsoever." Kotori came to her own conclusion. "I don't really care as long as I have my health."
"With someone who gets by in life with only luck, it doesn't surprise me how calm you are with these living arrangements." Isao analyzed. "However... There are most who aren't as willing to see things as optimistically as you do."
"Did you think about your friends, family, or love ones you would never see again?" Takeshi wondered. "I know I would be."
"Oh... The thought didn't cross my mind..." Kotori realized.
"J-Just thinking about never seeing my loved ones makes me want to cry!" Megumi sobbed.
"Calm yourselves everyone. There's a reason for everything. Remember what Nakamura-san said, the people behind this require something of us." Zenji reminded. "Monokuma-san, what do you require of us? If we decide to proceed and accomplish this task of yours, will you release us unharmed?"
"Of course!" Monokuma complied. "There is one way to get out of this academy much quicker than originally stated. In fact, the task doesn't even require more than a day's worth of time if you play your cards right. Do you want to know what it is?"
"Uh, yeah?" Ayumi spoke. "What kind of dumb question was that?"
"Are you sure you guys want to know?"
"Positive!" Hayato cheered.
"Are you really sure-?"
"Dammit! Just tell us already." Washisuke shouted impatiently.
"With pleasure. For those of you who have the desire to leave here, you can with a special system I like to call Graduation! I will put it simply since I'm already bored explaining this routine again. All you have to do is break this school's peace. Once you've successfully broken that peace, you alone will be allowed to leave the school. Oh, you want to know how to break this school's peace, you say? In other words, once one of you decides to..." Monokuma paused before finishing his last line building long dramatic suspense. "Da duh duh, da duh duh...! Commit murder...!"
...!
"Did you... say murder? As in killing?" I asked somewhat curious. "Specially to shoot, hack n' slash, poison, strangle, crush, drown, burn, or electrocute? Do you require more examples?"
"No need, you're right. All of the above and many more!" Monokuma replied. "The method you do it in doesn't matter!"
"Interesting... Will we be provided with weapons or do we have to improvise?"
"You could say the answer is a little of both. Students are allowed to use anything currently inside the academy as an instrument of murder!"
"I see." I nodded in deep understanding.
"Hey... Why are you asking these questions? Could it be you're planning to partake in this twisted game?" Chiyome glared.
"Leave the baseless accusations to the detectives Chiyo-san. There's no harm in asking about their plans for us is there? It's necessary to know these type of things when searching for a countermeasure to use against your enemy. It's basic strategy."
"He's right." Isao agreed. "There's no such thing as bad information unless its misinformation which I highly doubt is the case."
"But most importantly!" Monokuma continued speaking without waiting for us to finish talking. "What I want from you Super High School Levels to do for me is to kill each other in a life and death murder mystery game! Be as creative as you young prodigies can possibly achieve in the best outcome in the worst possible way. Kill someone if you want to leave. It's as simple as that. I want the hope of the world, you guys, to create despair from this game. That is what the High School Life of Mutual Killing is all about! Ooo! My body is tingling with excitement!"
...
"Hahahaha...!" Reita laughed suddenly. "That's one hell of a joke you made up! It takes the cake and ate it too probably! So serious, what do you need us to do?"
...Fool. If my classmates take too long in understanding the situation... Monokuma probably won't hesitate to make an example out of one.
"..."
"..." Monokuma gave no response.
"C-Come on. It's a joke, right?"
Didn't take long for the others to realize that Monokuma wasn't pulling our legs. The danger felt at the moment was so obviously clear that it would be absolutely painful to deny it any longer. About time. They're slow to process this, though I'm guessing these people are prone to be scared slightly over this little killing game he wants us to play in.
"Like hell we're gonna murder each other! Even though there's someone in this very room that deserves it!" Ayumi shouted.
...She's not talking about me, right?
"Come on, don't be that way. It's no big deal to do a little killing now and again. Think about it. An ordinary high school life sounds way too boring! You guys need a little spice in those miserable lives of yours! You know deep down you agree with me, don't you?" Monokuma asked.
"I'll neither confirm or deny that statement. However, murder no matter how you spin it is wrong in the eyes of society. The Super High School Levels represent the best society has to offer. In other words, the world's greatest hope... You claim to preserve, nurture, and protect us for our own good." Yukiko gave a cold glare. "What a joke. What you're really doing is trying to bring us down to your low level. Your praise to us is probably spite for our gifted talent. I wouldn't be surprise if the one behind this is some person who grew up with riches and is a talentless snob that's simply jealous."
"..."
"Y-Yukiko-san!" Megumi shrieked. "Please don't antagonize something that can kill us whenever he wants!"
"He'll do no such thing. Such greed comes from talentless people who are born into wealthy families without lifting a finger." Yukiko continued. "You aren't satisfied with just killing us, are you? That's what this game is for. A desire to make us hope filled individuals suffer and squirm in despair for your own satisfaction. A sad pitiful person you must be on the other side."
Kekeke! If she was a guy, I say she got some balls of steel!
"However... This could be spontaneous or bizarre something that I've been searching for to get me out of my rut." Yukiko smiled half heartedly. "You've clearly passed the point of no return and are fully committed into this game that you'll allow no one to talk you out of it I'm certain. The only thing I'll say left is enjoy this while you can, but you will be punished severely for the choices you've made today and so on..."
"Oye! Are you trying to encourage him!?" Washisuke scowled. "If you wanted to scar him, you should've chosen your words and expression more carefully!"
"...I only said, what I wanted say is all. Nothing more, nothing less."
If I said, I wasn't turned on right now, Nao would call me out on my lie.
"You know I nearly yawned at the first part of your speech I thought I was in the middle of a speech given to a Valedictorian!" Monokuma admitted cheerfully. "Then part two really heated me up so badly that it was mistaken as my libido! I'm sure I'll enjoy what screams and what look on your face you'll make for me! Will it be out of fear, excitement, or arousal from being killed or killing!? Upupu! Upupupu! I can't wait! I'm sure you'll be a sure favorite until then no matter how short your time may end up being! Or... You might even win the game! I'll enjoy either outcome!"
"..."
Damn, I thought I would be the only one aroused to an abnormal extent, but worst of all the hideous bear is getting off on her words too! Perhaps even more than me which irks me significantly!
"Disregard the people who are feelin' wet or erect by this, there are some whom don't want to take part in your murder game!" Ayumi argued.
"I agreed to a easy school life to relax and let loose! This wasn't the kind of loose life I had in mind!" Hayato complained. "Not cool!"
"What, whaaat? Isn't this a better life? Think about it! Just to graduate only because you worked hard at the end of the semester and meaningless grades is just des-bearingly boring! Though not as boring as for example being unable to leave unless you all get along and collect hope fragments from some inhabited island! Save that trashy idea for a boring sequel where no characters end up dying because the creator got too attached to them! Which is why being the savor I am, will fights injustice crap like that, and ensure real life gory death actually happens! Also instead of waiting three years for regular high school graduation, all you have to do is kill someone successfully!"
"Like hell it is!" Naoto denied. "If you want people killing each other, I know plenty of celebrities whom good days are almost numbered that'll play your suicidal game in exchange for wealth, fame, and a waiver excluding them for liability purposes!"
Hasbeen famous people killing each other in an actual reality show... That sounds like a brilliant idea!
"Tempting offer... But no dice!" Monokuma denied instantly. "Just follow the natural order I bestowed upon you all! Kill or either be killed! Live or die! Tomato or tamato! From this moment on, from this moment forward, this school is your home and entire new world! I command! All of you! To accept your avoidable fate!"
"What if we decide nyot to, nyan?" Sharaku asked.
"Was I not crystal clear? Alright, just so we're beary clear on the subject, none of you are allowed to defy me! You'll be careful on breaking any of the rules. Not knowing them won't cut as an excuse!" Monokuma warned. "If anyone does, I'll mercilessly punish them to a furthest extent! Death!"
"How will we know of these rules you speak of?" Zenji questioned. "Is there a cheat sheet or a syllabus lying around?"
"Ah, right!" Monokuma carried a cardboard box. "There's something special I like you guys to have. Call it... ...A welcome gift?" Monokuma kept digging into the box perplexed. "Oh, its empty... Why is it empty!? The hell!"
Could it be...
"Hey, do you mean this?" I held my ElectroID.
As I held up mine, the others acted in kind.
"Yes, that's the ElectroIDs! ...Where did you get them?"
"From that white haired pretty boy, he calls himself the Super High School Level Observer." Benibara answered. "Aren't you his boss or something? I must admit you have great taste in hired help!"
"..."
"What's wrong?"
"...I didn't order him to unnecessary move on his own. I'll have a long talk with my... assistant after this."
"Is that all there is to it?" Isao asked.
"Anyway, I'll explain what they are. As you know they are called ElectroIDs. These will be your student IDs. I highly suggest you don't go losing your ElectroID. It's a vital piece in your life here at school. When you turn on the device, it'll reveal your full name, and what's more they have several other capabilities than show your name. For example... ElectroIDs are nearly indestructible! They also have a list of the school rules. You should all read through them very carefully to prevent any rules from being broken. I'll say this once again, breaking the school rules won't be allowed! As a great bear once said, "Rules exist both to restrict and to protect. Peace could not exist in our society without the law." You know what great bear said those words of wisdom? Monokuma-sama, that's who!"
"I'm afraid knowledge of the rules will be most difficult when they're not properly working." Cinnamon mentioned.
"Don't worry. I'll activate them once I finished my business here."
"Your business? As in you intend to force us to kill one other!" Reita boldly claimed.
"There, there, self proclaimed Hero-kun. Rest assure and don't get your panties in a twist. I'm not going to force or order anyone to kill. That be too easy. Whether you guys decide to do or not is up to you guys." Monokuma explained. "To those of you, whom actually have a good head on their shoulders! If you want out, then kill someone without being discovered and survive the class trial!"
Class trial?
"Allow me to explain the concept of a class trial, its very simple for those of you new to the killing game business!" Monokuma offered arms crossed. "Once one of you decides to kill someone…" Monokuma proceeded with his explanation. "The living members are required to partake in a class trail! Basically at one, there will be a battle between the murderous villain and the self-righteous heroes who should've killed when they had the chance. During the class trial, you'll debate over your facts and claims on who's the villain hiding among you. The results will be decided by majority vote and if you're correct… the villain solely shall receive punishment and the rest will continue their daily school lives. Buut! If you're incorrect… the villain who got away with murder will graduate and the rest shall receive punishment instead. Easy to understand, right? I already put these rules on your ElectroID for a reminder…. and more…"
"Hmmm, let me see if I go this right... If one of us actually decides to kill someone, and get away with it in the class trial, only that person will get to leave. If you commit murder, and you're discovered during the class trail, only that person will be punished." Kotori summarized. "Did I get all that right?"
"Right!"
"Huh? Sounds more like what already happens in the real world. Not very creative if you ask me." I mocked.
"What are you, the Super High School Level Critic?"
"Who know?"
...You might, but that's only a hunch...
"You keep saying the word punishment. By punishment you mean an execution." Isao changed the subject. "From what I heard before out of that retched mouth of yours, the execution won't be as subtle as a lethal injection."
"Right, again! It'll be a despairingly wondrous show for all to see!"
"Kekekeke... Such fate goes for those whom decide to play the roles of hero and villain... Shouldn't come as a big shocker? In a normal situation, if someone intentionally decided to kill someone and be proved guilty, they would generally be put on the death row. Might as well make it short and sweet since this is a sole survival type game. The same would go for us, whom couldn't solve the crime despite having a sheer cluster of talented minds and my additional super duper swagger on their side against merely one of our own deserves the same punishment as failures deserve. Death. No matter the reason why, and no matter what kind of murder..." I informed.
"There is some wisdom in your words." Isao admitted.
"Are you sure its not a tad cruel?" Megumi spoke up. "What if someone were to accidentally murder another person instead of premeditate murder? A lesser punishment should be placed instead, don't you think?"
Megu's the type of person who believes even premeditate murder deserves life imprisonment at best I bet.
"That's wrong!" Monokuma disagreed. "Murder is still murder! No matter what kind of murder or the circumstances... Murder in the class trial is always punishable by death! And owning up and apologizing isn't going to cut it unless its the literal cutting of the losing side!"
"...As long as we don't decide to kill one other, we have nothing to be afraid of, right?"
"Upupupu... The way you make it sound is quite adorable, but maybe you should look at things more openly, because... Well, I'm sure you'll figure it out eventually."
"Hey, Monokuma." I called out. "Do you really expect us to kill over imprisonment? No ones that stupid here. Now that I think about it... Not to question this creative game of yours, but wouldn't the people who have experience in murder prosper with an unfair advantage? Those who never killed anyone will likely back down or get too sloppy that it won't be as entertaining as you expect."
"That won't be an issue for you Super High School Levels. If one of you tries, you'll make up the experience of a thousand normal murders due to how bright you guys are! I'm sure all of you could become natural killers if you put your mind to it!
"Keh, I don't need you to tell me that, I know I can be a natural at anything with the littlest of effort!" I confidently stated.
"Does that mean you've offered to take first blood?"
"Only in a video game I might."
"Excuse me for interrupting, Monokuma-san..." Zenji intercepted. "Why are you really doing this? What is your true purpose? What aim do you reach for that must be accomplished through this murder game of yours?"
"Do I need any reason to do what I set out to do? I don't hope to accomplish anything! Even if there was something, do you honestly I tell you!? What I want isn't what can be defined as a desire of any kind, but... All I want from you all is your suffering, misery, and... despair...!" Monokuma's expression changed to an ominous cloud casting its shadow over him raising his black paw. "This is a bear eat bear world! You have all the time in the world to decide. Either kill or this place shall become your grave site! Upupu! Alright, now would be a good time to end the entrance ceremony! Effective immediately the High School Life of Mutual Killing begins! Enjoy your exciting new lives! See yaaaaaa...!" Monokuma jumped off the podium backwards.
My classmates are left either dumbfounded or speechless about how the bear left us with saying all he said for a bit...
"Did the bear just vanished into thin air?" Hayato amazed.
"...Did you check the podium, nyan?" Sharaku asked.
"Let me check... Yep, that bear's out of there."
"Anyhow, we have other matters to deal with. What do you think about this, everyone?" I asked.
"A prank that's gone too far. Pretending to imprison us forever is one thing, but having us murder another is going too far." Chiyome unamused.
"I concur." Takeshi agreed. "My hosting in that Halloween haunted house event was nothing as scary and scarring as this. If this is one of those, I question their methods as unacceptable!"
"A killing game..." Cinnamon thought deeply about. "What a gruesome thing... Asking us to kill is insane..."
"This is horrible. What I wouldn't kill for a nice comfy seat in front of an open fireplace..." Benibara imagined.
"Bad choice of words..." Naoto mentioned quietly.
"Damn, that Monokuma." Washisuke scowled. "Is he not aware of the consequences at this point?"
"I believe he's fully aware but is still hell-bent on going through with it." Isao informed.
"Hahaha... If this is a dream, I like to wake up right about now..." Reita wished.
"Yeah, seeing these worried looks on you all is bumming me out." Kotori yawned.
"That's not what I meant..."
"I-If this is a dream, someone please pinch mean- OUCH!" Megume screeched.
"Sorry, I couldn't resist." Ayumi cheerfully smiled.
"You didn't have to do it so hard..."
That's what she said... is what I comically wanted to say but I feel the time wasn't right.
"I'll speak on behalf of what some of you're generally thinking right now. We're screwed so why not deny this is happening to us like a bunch of children and maybe it'll turn out true." Yukiko coldly interpreted. "Get real. Is there any complaints to my comparison? If so, come with a better one if you can."
"Besides, if this was a dream, calling it a nightmare would be more accurate wouldn't you say?" Zenji added.
"So... Kenzo-chan... What is your wise and noble thoughts on the matter?" Isao changed the subject.
"Give me a minute." I replied. "I need to gather my esteem thoughts before explaining my superb hypothesis to everyone. No need to rush perfection."
Kidding aside. A killing game among Super High School Levels... That... sounds wonderfully interesting... Kekeke! However... that poses a small problem involving my plans for the future. Oh what to do, what to do~?
...
So, we have to kill each other? It's not a big deal as they're making it out to be. As long as they just don't choose to kill each other and avoid letting that bear get inside their head everything will be fine. I even doubt they even have the guts. Monokuma must have something up his sleeve for the future in case things go south. Until then there's nothing to worry about unless-
*BEEP* *BEEP*
? That sound echoes around the room... It's coming from our ElectroIDs.
Monokuma must've finally activated them. I turned on my ID as others do the same with theirs. It revealed my full name. What came next was a list of options on the handbook menu. A School Map that reveals only the outline of this floor. There's something also things like Truth Bullets, Gifts, and Report Card. Now, what should check first? I guess I'll start by looking up those rules. I have no interest dying a lame accidental death. I quickly found the rules. I check the School Regulation rules under them reading...
#1
All students are to live out their lives together exclusively within the academy walls. Any attempts to leave is nothing but a complete waste of time.
#2
The period from 10 p.m to 7 a.m is designated "nighttime." Be on your toes because certain areas are off-limits during this time.
#3
Sleeping is permitted only in the dormitory bedrooms. Deliberate use of any will be treated as sleeping in class and punished accordingly.
#4
You may investigate freely. To this end, no particular limitations have been placed on your actions.
#5
Violence against the headmaster, Monokuma, is forbidden. Furthermore, destruction of surveillance cameras, monitors, and locked doors is also prohibited.
#6
The villain who kills one of his companions will be allowed to "graduate," provided the crime is not betrayed by the other students.
#7
?
#8
No one is allowed to take part or interfere in the Mutual Killing except the sixteen Super High School Level students listed.
#9
Additional rules maybe appended to this list if deemed necessary.
So, these are the restrictions in committing murder for this game. I'll admit its well thought out, but its no hunger games. How amusing it was to read a overseas book about poor commoner trash fighting to the death for entertainment to the wealthy. An altering nature outdoor game has a nice theme, but I guess a indoor killing game is not too bad either. The rule six, seven, and eight mostly have my attention. Six simply implies to kill without getting caught. Seven is unknown granting uncertainty. Eight... is plain but tricky. How fun! Huh? There's another tab within this one. *Tap* Class trial rules. (Follow these specifically when a murder has been discovered.)
#1
Once a murder takes place, a class trial will commence eventually. Participation is mandatory for all surviving students.
#2
If the villain is exposed during the class trial, they solely will be executed.
#3
If the villain is not exposed, they alone will graduate, and all remaining students will be executed.
#4
Loaning your ElectroID to another student is strictly prohibited.
#5
The guilty party may only kill a maximum of two people during any single "killing game."
#6
The Corpse Discovery Announcement will play as soon as three or more people discover a corpse for the first time.
#7
?
#8
As compensation, once the villain graduates, they will be presented with two options. More shall be explained whether one becomes successful.
#9
Additional rules maybe appended to this list if deemed necessary.
Rules for when a murder actually occurs... Pretty simple to understand. If we were allowed to kill everyone, it would be too easy. Fair play to alert others of a corpse. Four, I don't understand its meaning quite well, but I guess I'll find out eventually. What strikes me intrigue is another seven, and eighth rule. Once again mystery intrigues upon these rules and pricks upon me like a thorn to my side. These unknown sevens... I'm going to have to be careful not to break them. Monokuma did say no knowledge of the rules aren't gonna cut it or whatever...
I look around...
Everyone is almost done checking their newly activated IDs.
Murder game aside... I'm hoping to get along very well with this batch of students. In certain activities while we spend our time here because an esteemed school without talented students isn't a school, but talented students without an esteemed school doesn't mean they aren't talented students which I can't have fun with.
Unfortunately, I can't tell who is able to successfully cope against new things like a killing school game after just knowing them. They're some who might go insane losing themselves... And then there's those who'll fall hopelessly like dominos following them to the realization of the situation. More would began to feel negative as well starting to fall slowly to their demise. If that would happen...
"Everyone, I know the situation may look grim, however as long as we don't give in to Monokuma-san's words, I believe we all can through this." Zenji calmly assured.
"You know, I might of taken your words more seriously if you didn't give that damn bear honorifics." Washisuke groaned. "Although, anything but that you got a point. I don't know what sick psychotic person behind this, but we can't let it screw with us."
"Yes. There has to be a way out somewhere or someone from the outside will eventually arrive to rescue us." Reita pointed out. "Until either of those happen, we must be brave and remain composed!"
"Yeah, we won't die." Benibara stated. "We are students of Kibougamine, the future of mankind! I'm sure positive people are searching everywhere for us. Namely me!"
"That insane bear has kidnapped us against our will, and is trying to force us into murder. To make us risk our lives for a mere game is madness. I swear on my clan, I won't allow it to get away with this." Chiyome declared.
"With all you guys here, I'm sure I have nothing to worry about." Megumi smiled.
"That's the spirit." Hayato cheered. "You should smile more often."
Ah, great, everyone is starting to feel hopeful now... Unfortunately, I have to knock them down a peg because the sight of this tranquility disgust me. I'm going to have to tell them off, even if I got to break their sanity a little.
"How foolish you plebeians are processing this situation so poorly that its quite amusing to watch. Has the situation cause your brains to deteriorate to a commoner grade level?" I smugly questioned. "There's something real important you all need to be aware of. You can say its your saving grace in a way. Will I have to educate you guys on what it is you're missing or shall I keep my mouth shut and allow you to figure it out yourself? Which I have doubts you'll be able to do being the incompetent bunch you commoners really are. Kekekekeke!"
"Hey, question, if you knock enough teeth out of someone, will that be able to shut them up physically or mentally?" Ayumi asked.
"Possible both, though physically is more likely to happen." Cinnamon answered. "I wouldn't recommend using your hands since human teeth are the hardest bones of your body. For me, it be easier to rip out their vocal cords."
"Okay, okay, before we end up reaching an unfavorable outcome, I say we shall hear out what he has to say?" Takeshi suggested.
"Do we have to~?" Benibara pouted.
"I wouldn't minyd if cat got Kenyzo Kurenyai's tonygue for a while though, nyan." Sharaku mentioned.
"You should say what you want to say before one decides to take extreme action." Yukiko warned.
"Or does the thought of it excite you greatly?" Isao questioned.
That's not... untrue...
"Should I really tell you? You might not want to hear what I have to say." I said.
"You're going to tell us anyway whether we want to or not." Naoto assumed. "Might as well get it over with. Go on and preach."
Keh, like they ever had a choice but to listen.
"Gladly." I admitted. "What we have to worry the most about isn't whether when we will find a way out nor is it for when help will come for us. What should we worry most of all is... each other. Ever thought of the possibility that neither of those will happen. What then? Some of you have probably came to that pessimistic conclusion. Having a murder occur isn't impossible you know. Here's my advice, from the bottom of your heart, remember that you shouldn't trust anyone. Distrust everyone here! After all, we're nothing more than strangers that have been brought to an unknown building against our will now giving the Ok to kill to escape. Accept the possibility and this cold reality before starting with your pride meetings and hope filled delusions. If not, I guarantee at least one of you guys will murder someone eventually being devoured by the fears in your mind in hopes that you'll be able to leave from this so-called nightmare. Here's my question to everyone. What's your next move?"
Everyone takes a look around at each other's faces in silence unable to respond back. None even made eye contact with the other. From their expressions it was pretty obvious they couldn't ignore what I said was the undeniable truth. There was a likelihood that a killing may never happen, but no one is certain that something like that is never going to happen.
...Now that I struck a sense of fear into their hearts, my work is done here. ...I can tell right now a lot of things are going to happen here. Things of the unknown that might even be outside my expectations. However, there's one thing I know for certain...
This… is really going to be a blast! This killing game has me very excited! Looks like I found something to do that'll relieve this boredom in my heart. A new route has open for me being trapped within these walls. My ascension of Kibougamine Academy has been delayed. No matter! Time to see what this game has in store for me! Kekekekekeke... Game on!
PROLOGUE
Welcome the Reawaken Despair
END
Surviving Students
16
Alright that concludes the prologue!
Next time the first chapter shall finally commence!
Stay tuned!