A/N: Guardian, your post made me laugh my ass off. I don't really have a preference in Joji's music, as I actually like them all. He's a musical genius my kokujin.

Vanilla, I'm flattered by the fact that you called my work one of the best. I'm pretty sure that I'm still leagues below the best writers here. Thanks for the compliment.

Now the reason I'm somewhat hesitant to use memes in the first place is because a few years from now, people who can come across this and give a look over would cringe on how dusty the memes would be, or even down right clueless on what the hell's going on. For those who don't know, Isopods are currently a trend in late January and may end mid February. So further ado, it's real Isopod hours. (yes, Vanilla it is time.)

P.S: I'm aware of grammatical mistakes and missing words, I'll try to curb that. Any suggestions on the progression of this work is appreciated, as I may look into it.

Warning: May have more swearing than usual.

Now without a further ado.

As soon as the glares from each girl subsided, we felt relieved.

"Tom, I don't think we would had a choice in the first place. The girls would've hated us if we did leave." I whispered to Tom.

"You're right Val, we were marked for death once we entered the room huh."

"Yep. Now we're going to have to suffer." I said as Sayori sprinted and tackled Tommy with a bear hug, or at least a attempted one.

"Told ya."

"YES YES YES! IT LIKE A DREAM COME TRUE! I"M SOOOO HAPPPYYY!" Sayori squealed at the top of lungs while jumping up and down.

I was so invested at the situation at hand, that I too was tackled. I gave a "hoaah!" from the surprise hug. I looked down to gave me the hug...

You've got to be kidding me.

It was none other than Monika giving me a hug. Her warmth from her chest was transferred to mine. Her chest was soft and squishy, and I felt that from my chest.

God damn it Tommy, the things I do for friendship...

I'm not sure why, but I looked up to see both Yuri and Natsuki giving a strange look at Monika. I couldn't tell if it was a glare or if they trying to hide it, given the fact that I was being snuggled by Monika.

"I'm glad that you didn't want to leave us, or leave me."

I didn't hesitate to break the hug when she said that. The two girls were still looking at Monika weirdly. So I had no idea what do... I didn't really use my mind on what I did next.

"Uh good girl..." I awkwardly said as I awkwardly patted her head. She in turn seemed to really enthusiastic about the pats... Like really enthusiastic, she closed her eyes and smiled brightly from the pats. I looked up to the two girls ahead, it was as if they were growing more volatile... Natsuki was showing off her fang with her gritted teeth and Yuri on the other hand had a really sharpened stare at Monika. I put my thumb and finger and clutched the bridges of my nose.

My god... I really need to clear my head when I'm done here. That's top priority. Maybe hit the gym to get rid of these stupid thoughts. Considering THERE is a gym in the first place...

Sayori looked like she wasn't done with her hugging, and Tommy has already gained sentience on the current situation. His eyes begged for a way out.

I brought a fist up to my mouth and cleared my throat. "Um, ahem."

It worked, Sayori immediately opened her eyes and jumped back from Tommy, in which he gave a "phew". Sayori visibly looked embarrassed, her face was tomato red as looked at the ground and she making small circles with her foot.

"Okay... Like we said, we are going to join the literature club." I awkwardly said again.

"Y-y-you really really did terrify me for a moment, Valkyrie." Was it me or did Yuri just say terrify in a more slowed and sultry manner?

"Yeah!" Natsuki jumped. "If you really just came for the cupcakes..." She then proceeded to give a single punch to my arm. I can tell she regretted it. "Ow! What's wrong with your arms!" She said as massaged her fist. I can only give an muffled "I dunno." with my arms raised in an confused manner. "Gah! Anyway, I would be super pissed."

"Then that makes it official! Welcome to the Literature Club you two! Now everyone remember, write a poem to bring to the next meeting, so we can all share!" Monika looks towards me. I could feel a shiver up my spine. "I look forward to seeing how you two progress. Tee hee!"

I simply nodded. "I'll help clean up real quick. I'll see you tomorrow Tom."

"Right, I'll see you tomorrow too, Val."

"Oh yeah, sayonara Sayori."

"Huh?" Tom then whispered something to her ear and perked up. "Oh! Bye Val!" Sayori then took Tom's hand and dragged him, electing a yelp from him.

With that Sayori and Tommy left. We cleaned up quickly, putting away the tray and tea set, cleaning up all crumbs and stuff. Once that was done, I put on coat and got ready to leave. I moved towards Natsuki and extended my hand.

"What? Why are you doing that for?" Natsuki said with confusion.

I rolled my eyes. "Ugh. So much for formality. See you Natsuki."

I made my way towards to Yuri, to which she was conveniently nearby. I hoped that I would get a better result in being formal than with Natsuki. I pulled out my hand and she graciously accepted it.

"I look forward to seeing you and your poem, Valkyrie."

"Mhm. Likewise friend. Likewise."

"W-wait!" Natsuki called out.

"C-can I have your number?" She uncharacteristically asked with nervousness.

I was baffled by her unusual request and emotion. I raised an eyebrow in response. "Why? What for?"

"W-w-well uh um..." She then straightened up and fortified herself with fierce confidence. "I might need it in case I miss a day a the club! I have to be an active member you know!" She then smirked confidently with a fang pointing out.

She needs braces.

I could see right past her. She obviously has a ulterior motive, what I couldn't tell what it was.

"Sure why not."

We traded numbers and in to check, she sent a kitten emoji. In response, I sent a shitpost of white cat with a strange chin, as if the cat was showing revulsion to something. She gave an "Aw!" before putting her phone away.

She kind of missed the point of a shitpost.

I saw Yuri come up behind Natsuki. She was toying with her hair and was obviously nervous about something.

"U-um Valkyrie? C-can I-I h-h-have your n-number?"

She was having an extraordinarily difficult time mustering up courage, I had to step in, it wasn't like she was confident as the other girls and be able to bounce back.

I smiled at her. "Of course, Yuri. It's no problem."

We traded numbers and to check, I sent a picture of Slenderward. A amalgamation of both Squidward and Slenderman, which is joke. However Yuri didn't find it as a joke, but something that startled her.

"Eek! What is that?!"

"Hahahaha! It's a joke Yuri. See, it's Squidward and Slenderman fused together."

"Huh? I know what Slenderman is but whos Squidward?"

Does SpongeBob not exist in this world? I don't want to risk destabilization... no chances.

"It's a obscure meme, don't worry about it." I patted her shoulder. She gave a small grin.

"If you are giving out your number, why didn't you tell me Val?"

I jolted at the voice behind me. Of course it was the creepy girl, Monika.

She giggled at my reaction.

I don't regret meeting you.

Oh god... Who is she? She's the only anomaly I've encountered... Wait is she the reason why this mem-

"Val? You're staring... It's kind of cute really when you look at me like that..." Monika interrupted my thoughts. She was swaying in and out with her hands behind her back. She had that sweet and innocent smile, as if nothing could corrupt her.

No matter how much she tampers with my thoughts, I will do whatever it takes to not break.

"Oh. I was just thinking, don't worry about it. Now, let's trade."

We exchanged numbers, I didn't bother to check if it was right or not. I had to leave now.

"Alright guys, I'm gonna go now. I'll see you all tomorrow."

I left in a rush. I didn't bother to listen to their goodbyes, I had to get away from Monika quickly and far away as possible.

"Wait! Val!"

I stopped at my tracks and turned around. I see Monika running to catch up with me. She was carrying my bag.

Wait a minute, I thought I took that with me... No wait, I didn't.

"You forgot this, you dork." She said this with that smile.

Don't draw suspicion.

"Ah! I forgot about that. Thanks Monika!" I tried to grab it but she playfully moved it away.

She giggled, "Ah ah ah. If you want this, you have to me promise something!"

I saw this happen with couples before, this wasn't going to end well.

Aw crap.

"Fine. What do you want." I said with a somewhat of a concealed cold stare.

"Want?" Her expression soured. "You know w-what, I was just joking." She threw me my bag.

"Why are acting like this Valkyrie? Is there something wrong with me when I'm around you?"

Oh fuck, this went A to Z real quick.

"You know what, I don't want to hear it. Leave." She turned on her heel and proceeded to leave.

"Monika wait!" She didn't bother to stop, she kept moving. I quickened my pace and caught her by the shoulder.

Her pissed expression was there, I can faintly see some tears forming.

I felt absolutely terrible, like a I was a scummy person overall. I treated her like trash, compared to everyone else.

I hugged her tightly and I felt her curl onto me. She hugged back and buried her face into my chest.

"I'm really really sorry. I'll do anything to make it up to you! I swear."

She looked up. "Anything?"

"Yep! You name it."

"Hmm... Ah! There's this new noodle shop that going to open this Saturday. I was hoping that you... and me... can go there."

Together. Alone.

"Of course, Monika. Anything to put a smile on your face."

She laughed wholeheartedly. "You are such a sweetheart Val."

I felt my face burn up, again a feat that I couldn't do in the real world.

"Do I still have to come for your practice?"

"Why of course! If you miss that, then your punishment will add up Val~."

"Heheh. Alright of course Monika. I'll see you tomorrow yeah?"

"Mhm!"

I tried to pull out of the hug. But she didn't want to comply.

"Just a little bit longer..."

It was 7. I finished my homework and went to the gym afterwards, to my surprise I had a membership and I somehow knew where it was. I expected to come around 11, but clearly that isn't the case. It seems if the hours are drastically slowed down!

I laid on my bed thinking on what just happened. I wasn't idiot, Monika was a really strange person. And now I probably had a sort of date with her, even though it has been a day! Now my mission to rescue to Tommy is now blocked by this girl.

Great. Just what I needed.

I really wished my friends were with me to help aid our task to get Tom back. I can tell that Tommy has no idea who I am, and already has a different life compared to real life.

Wait a minute.

I remembered what I found out this morning, after my eventful "arrival." I had all my friend's contacts! Even Tommy from the real world! I wasn't sure what to do, I thought if I did text them, it would cause destabilization.

I pondered on whether or not to text my friends. Even a single message helps me ground myself to reality and not faux world I've been exposed to. My desperation got the better of me and I texted James first.

"James? You there?"

...

"Who the fuck is this? How did you get my friend's phone?"

"It's me Val"

"Bullshit"

"I'm in the pod right now remember? I can somehow text you guys"

"That's fucking weird" "How can even do that? What's going on?"

As soon as James said that, a striking migraine hit me. The pain was insane! It felt as if my head was being hammered by rusty nails and shot repeatedly.

I clutched my head and gave a pained "Gah!"

Come on. It's just a headache, keep going!

"Raaah!" I yelled at an effort to dull the pain, and it somehow worked.

"Lot's of shit dude" "Tommy's in a anime world with no idea who I am" "Anyway how's Tom"

"Doc says there seeing more activity in the brain or some shit" "And also that sucks Val" "It seems like a dream world for weebs ya know"

James has a hardcore hatred for anime and manga. I don't blame him, he finds the concept of it cringy and something for parents to be disappointed of, if their child takes a liking into. Me in other hand, I have an open-mind about everything, so I don't really care really.

"Yeah ik" "There this annoying girl that does some voodoo shit around me man" "Her name is-"

And just like that, the internet went out.

Aw come on. Well time waste some of that data.

Cellular Data didn't work as well. Somethings going wrong.

A message popped up.

What the hell?

It says "only you can see this". I opened message up.

"WARNING, CONTINUED EXPOSURE TO REALITY WILL CAUSE DESTABILZATION. CONTINUE WITH EXTREME PRECAUTION."

And with that, the wifi and data came back.

Looks like I can't really talk to them. I'm stuck here unless I get Tom out. Shit!

I sent a text to James.

"James" "I've got to go now" "Do not text me back unless I do it first" "K?"

"Gotcha" "Good luck Val"

And with that I closed the messaging app.

Anything I gotta do?

I was thinking of what I needed to.

My stomach grumbled, I was hungry.

I realized I didn't anything after I ate Natsuki's cupcake. So I went downstairs and fixed myself dinner.

After I made dinner, I was going to start up "my computer." It was remarkably similar to the one I had at home.

I want to go home...

I shook my head of those thoughts. My homesickness for the real world can wait, I have more important tasks that I had to take care of.

My phone lit up, and I received a text message.

Dammit James.

I was going to warn James again, but it wasn't James. It was instead...

You have got to be kidding me.

"Doki Doki Literature Club"

What kind of name is that? Why am I in it?

The notification said that I've been invited to the group chat. And without giving me an option of accepting or declining it, it just pushed me into the chat.

I checked the members of the chat I was in.

Tommy, Sayori, Natsuki, Yuri, and of course Monika.

I shuddered at the sight of her name.

I checked the chat and it seemed if Monika created it first and everyone has been arguing over the name of the chat and purpose.

Great. Just what I needed. Something to get me closer to that school and my quote on quote personal life!

Monika was the first one to greet me in the chat.

"Hey Val!"

I groaned.

"Why is this chat a thing?" "smh"

"Cuz why not" Natsuki wrote, with an triumphant emoji next to it.

"Then fuck it, I want out"

"Aw cmon Val" Tommy wrote.

In response I sent a shitpost on green cubes from a Rubix cube, which was a upside L. In which you can see a person walking down a street wearing that as I described.

I got a barrage of messages on what the purpose and what exactly is that. I put the group chat muted and went on with my night.

Oh wait. I have to write a poem or something.

I gave an exasperated sigh and got out a loose-leaf paper and pencil.

Let's do this.

Survive

Protecting a friend about a grave threat defies safety.

Being there for a friend even if they aren't conscious eases.

What is safety? What is consciousness?

These don't matter when others want to survive.

Even with insurmountable obstacles, being there for a friend will make withstand the mightiest of tides.

And them being there for you will make you stronger than steel.

When surviving together.

There is less worry.

I dropped my pencil, I didn't care about what I wrote, it was something I thought of at the top of my head. I put the paper away, into my bag.

Even with little thought put into this, I felt light-headed.

I collapsed on my bed.

...

I grumbled as the sun rays pierced my eyes. I rushed up and closed the blinds, so I can get some more shut eye. I laid on my bed once again, until my phone blared the school alarm.

"Agh! Fuck!"

I checked the time, it was 7:00.

Time to get ready.

I went to my bathroom, brushed my teeth and washed up.

I went back to my room and closet. And put my uniform on.

What will this day have in store for me?

I fixed myself breakfast and got outside. Once I locked my door. I turned around to see her.

"Holy shit!" I jumped.

What the fuck is she doing here? How the hell does she know I live here?

It was Monika waiting outside my house. "Hi Val! Did you sleep well yesterday night?"

I was still in shock on how she got here.

"Monika, how do you know where I live?"

"Eh? Oh! Your location was on when you were in the chat... So I decided give you a surprise visit!"

I pulled out my phone and went to my text in the chat, ignoring all the new messages.

I tapped my message and it did have my location.

"Huh. You're right. I actually thought you were stalking me or something Mon, heheh..."

She raised an eyebrow, something I have never seen before.

"Stalk you? Why would I do that? I'm not a creep y'know."

I rolled my eyes. "I was joking Mon, no need to get defensive."

Her face flared up, "O-oh..."

I chuckled at her reaction.

"Shall we go?"

"Mhm!"

Somehow, the wind blew her skirt upwards, which showed her thighs. She did notice it. And she did notice I was staring down there.

Fuck me! If there was save/load function, it would rescue me from this. God damn it!

Monika's face visibly was embarrassed and burned a dark scarlet red, as she covered her skirt downwards.

"Oh god! Monika, I didn't mean to I swear!" I closed my eyes and braced myself for a reprimand.

"You are such a naughty boy, Valkyrie Jones. So very naughty..." She flirtatiously said. I could feel her hot breath on my ear.

"You could always ask... if you wanted to see more."

Words couldn't describe how weird the situation was. I only coughed in response and muttered a pathetic, "Yes ma'am."

She giggled and took my hand. We started walking holding hands. I was still in shock of was happening, so I didn't say anything. After a couple minutes, I started seeing students walking to school.

I recovered once I realized what was going on. Students on their daily commute, were whispering behind our backs about our hand holding.

I looked at Monika for an answer. She was looking straight ahead, with her nose pointed up high. She didn't care about what others had to say. Her emerald eyes supplemented with her sharp nose, warm smile, angelically sculpted face, and all of which glowed in radiance, made her seem...

Oh no... she's hoooot!

Fuck fuck fuck! Get away from her!

I tried to pull away but looked at me with a really cold stare.

Please no.

I had no choice, she wasn't going to let go. If I did force my way to let go, it would cause a scene.

She is so manipulative. Jesus Christ.

Once we got into the school, her grip loosened. I quickly took my hand away.

"Monika. What was all that?"

"What was all what?" She smiled innocently. She was playing it dumb and cool.

"The uh- the h-handholding?" I meekly said.

"Oh that? Don't worry about it."

Did she just mock me? From yesterday?!

"Well I kind of have to worry about it. You made it seem as if we were a couple!"

"A-ah! W-well you see..." She stuttered. "Um, I had to make seem that you were my boyfriend, because I... don't want to be asked out other guys anymore!"

I burrowed my eyebrows. "Okay?" I motioned her to continue.

She gave an irritated "Agh!" which kind of made me startled. "Jeez Val, you are so dense sometimes! I had to make you my boyfriend, so I don't have to crush anyone's heart anymore! It hurts to make others feel bad if you don't return their feelings!"

"Ooooh... I get it." No I didn't. "So you did all that to stop other men from asking you out and confessing towards you?"

She seemed to get more frustrated, I wasn't sure why she was getting all antsy. "Yes Val." She droned.

"You chose me because we're good friends huh? Smart move, Mon, smart move."

Her eyes lost their strength and ferocity. She rolled her eyes. "Whatever. Let's not talk about it anymore okay?" She walked off for a bit, before stopping.

She reared her head towards me without turning, giving the impression of seriousness. "Don't forget. Study Hall. Piano Practice. Don't be late." And with that she walked off.

What's her deal?

It was break time or whatever the school called it. I didn't like how this is going. It feels as if I am growing more and more used to this world. But I couldn't stop it.

Besides, humans are to adapt to their surroundings, no matter how inhospitable it may be.

Me and Tommy were sitting together, just chilling out from the sunny day.

"Yo Val."

"Hmm?"

"You do the poem Monika told us to do yesterday?"

I sighed. "Unfortunately."

"Bro, that's the same reaction I would do! I know my poem is utter jack-shit!"

"Haha! Don't put yourself down, sometimes those with the least experience are those with who are most gifted."

"Eh, you might be right." He cleared his throat. "Do you mind me asking you something Val?"

"Hit me."

"I saw that you and Monika were walking together... holding hands!"

"Y-you saw that?!" My face lost color.

"No way dude! Are you two together?!"

"No no! For the love of fucking God no! Monika was doing that because, she didn't want to reject any more people or be harassed by other boys to go out with her. She said that by making everyone assume I was her boyfriend, it would stop all that! Besides,

I see her as a friend, we've only known each other for a day!"

"Huh. That makes sense, kind of. Are you sure you don't like her the other way? Maybe just a little?"

I shuddered at the thought of me being attracted Monika.

"Uh uh. No way. Something about her rubs me off the wrong way. And just so you know Tommy, I find Monika weird."

"Weird huh? So you find the most smartest, kindest, athletic, and attractive girl weird?"

I rolled my eyes. "Oh fuck off, Tom." I said jokingly. "If you wanna talk about my "love life", then let's talk about you and Sayori!"

"Uh..."

"Exactly." Tom still looked off. I sighed. "Tom, I willing to listen man. Friend to friend, brother to brother. Tell me about her."

"I don't know really... We were really, really, close back then. We used to go to each other's houses and play together. We would go on "adventures" and have fun together." He smiles, "One time Sayori and I got lost in a convenience store, we got separated. I looked frantically for her, until I found her on the street crying hysterically. I tried to calm her down, but nothing I said would do anything... So I got her into a hug and kissed her forehead. She stopped crying immediately and started to giggle uncontrollably. I even brought her chocolate ice cream after that, since I found her giggles so amusing, and something inside me felt warm. It made me feel so much happier to be around her... Our families are still close friends, but I don't know about Sayori and me. She's been... oversleeping a lot when we got to high school and it's worrying me a lot."

"It's complicated isn't it?" I empathized.

"Yeah it is... hey thanks for listening Val, it really helps."

"No problem, Tom. That's what friends do."

A/N: Thanks for reading this chapter. As I said before, I tried to curb my grammar mistakes. You might notice the horror tag on my story, and for those who want that spook element, it's going to come whenever it can. If this site could give a third category, I would put it under friendship, as you seen multiple times that bonds have brought up a lot. But what can I say. Reviews and constructive criticism would be nice, as I would like to improve my writing skills.

P.S: Forgive my poem writing.