As we finished eating the pizzas, everyone decided it's probably the time to go home. As I lead them out, I told them that all of us should hang out more. They simply agreed and headed off their separate ways. I slumped back down on my sofa, I was exhausted. I looked at the time and saw it was already 3 in the afternoon. I ponder on how to deal with Sayori if she ever decides to kill herself. I groan at this situation. Helping everyone get better in such a short amount of time is a herculean task, but what I could do, is set them on the path to recovery. Suddenly, lines of code materialized and formed in front of me. Monika then took form in all her beauty. The brunette was standing in front of me, with her entrancing green eyes staring into mine. She was wearing a simple green T-shirt and leggings. She sat beside me and gave me a hug.
" I'm sorry... I'm.sorry you had to deal with that." I pat her head gently.
" It's ok, I always wanted to help Sayori." I smiled at her, except she shook her head.
" No, rejecting her confession must have really hurt. I'm thankful that you didn't decide to cheat on me, but I'm really sorry you had to do that." Monika's voice showed guilt and pain. I sigh and gave her a kiss on the cheek.
" Monika, I see Sayori as a friend who needs help. I see you as someone who just wants to be loved and be able to show your love." I hug her once again, feeling and enjoying the warmth of our heartbeats. Monika now had a streak of red across her face, but she continued to remain calm.
" I love you Monika, and nothing here can change that." I whisper into Monika's ear. Her heartbeat is gradually increasing in speed.
" Yoku... You're such a sweetheart~" She muses to me before pressing her lips against mine.
Her hand gently presses against my chest while the other was wrapped around my waist. I caressed her soft cheek as we kissed passionately. She pushed me down on the sofa so that she would lay on top of me. I adjusted my self so that I could be more comfortable. We continued once again, the heat between us becoming hotter and hotter. Her legs intertwined with mine as she began to straddle me. We parted for a moment to take in some short pants of air before continuing once more. Our hands became adventurous as I started to cup one of her breasts, and she deciding to caress the region near my crotch. We both let out a muffled moan of pleasure, but we pressed on. We were in heat, and the ecstasy of this feeling is driving us nuts. We were sweating pretty heavily when we took a short moment once again to breath. I could feel myself melting from her green gaze. We prepared once more to make out, our lips mere centimeters from each other when the doorbell ringed. Startled by this, Monika let out a yelp before falling to the floor, and me starting to pull myself together. The loud thud must have alerted whoever was there so they immediately entered the house. The door flew open to reveal Sayori in a pink rolled-up long sleeve and blue shorts.
" Oh my gosh, are you oka-" Sayori entered the living room, and stood still for a moment. She took in the scene in front of her and all color flushed away from her body.
" Pardon me, I'm just going to let myself out." Before she could turn around and run, I sprang up like a cat and ran up to her.
" Sayori! Wait! We can explain!" I grabbed Sayori by the shoulder and pulled her back in the house. I sat her down on the sofa and Monika and I prepared to explain what just happened between us. She merely raised a hand before we could even speak.
" I understand! Really! You two needed to show how much you love each other. I'm sorry that I had disturbed you guys. This is the second time I've done it, huh?" Sayori chuckled to try and ease the tension and awkwardness that hung in the air.
" Anyway, I wanted to check up on you do that we could talk about something, but it only seems I've disturbed you guys." Sayori clenched her fists and lowered her head in dismay.. Monika and I sat beside her and hug her.
" Sayori, it's ok to disturb us to talk about something. We're more than willing to give you the time and attention you want to vent out the feelings you feel." I said to Sayori with a reassuring tone. We hugged her tightly as she began to cry.
" It's the club president's job to take care of their member's well-being. You can always open up to me Sayori, I am your friend after all." Monika had a soothing and calming effect to Sayori. Her voice was light and soft, like a mother comforting their child who is in pain.
" Thank you guys... I feel better now." Sayori wiped away the tears in her cheeks.
" Now, what do you want to talk about?" I ask Sayori with a concerned expression. As we pulled away from the hug, we adjusted ourselves so that we are facing Sayori.
" I-I have been... getting some horrible thoughts. For the past few days... I-I have been thinking about suicide. I'm... I'm really scared. I have thought about what you said Yoku, about fighting and moving on. I want to do that, I want to be like you, moving forward into the next day, but I'm scared by the creeping thought of killing myself. Please... help me." She cried out softly. It seems she is trying really hard to win this battle.
" Of course Sayori! I... We are willing to help you in a time like this. My house is always open for you and I will personally greet you with open arms anytime. If you want to spend the night here or vice-versa, I will gladly do so." I clasped her hands together to affirm my promise. She blushed and recoiled due to shock.
" T-then p-promise me you'll help me. P-pinky promise." She stretched her pinky towards me.
" I promise." I lock my pinky with hers and lightly shaked our hands. Monika simply smiled at this heartwarming sight.
" Anyway, let me help you get some stuff from your house, Sayori." I gently patted her pink head as I speak. Sayori nods lightly and we stood up to go to her house. Monika stayed behind to clean up the colorful mess me and Yuri made in my room.
Once again, I stood inside her brightly lit room. As she took a bag and grabbed some of her clothes, I saw a picture of me and Sayori. I looked at it closely, smiling at how Sayori seems so cheerful in this one. I looked over at Sayori, whose head seems to be floating beside the clouds right now.
" Hey, Yoku, I hope I won't become a hurdle to you and Monika." She held her bag tightly, as if trying to strangle it.
" Don't worry, you won't be. Besides, without you, we might do something we could regret. Ahaha~ anyway, you ready to go?" I turned to Sayori, who just finished zipping up her bag. She nods and she runs out the door. Before I closed it, I saw a noose placed on top of her bed. I grabbed it quickly and examined it. To think that this piece of rope has the power to take the life of someone so amazing and loved, to keep me awake for a few days due to the image it conjured. I took it with me as I got outside her house and put it to where it belongs, in the trash can behind us.
When we reached my house, Sayori wanted to help around the house. I rejected her offer politely and told her to go take it easy. She pouted at me, but eventually, she decided to just follow my plea for her to relax. She took a sit in front of the TV and smack right in the middle of the sofa. She watched some documentary about some cute animals. I looked at the time and saw it was now 4:24 pm, so I started to prepare our dinner. I decided to make some veggie burgers for the thre-
" Yo! Yoku, my boy! Mind if I eat here?" Akami-sama entered trough the door with a huge grin. Wait, Akami-sama going trough the door? What the hell, he usually goes trough a portal or something.
" S-sure..." I murmured, this annoying god is here again.
" Sir Akami?! W-what are you doing here?!" Sayori jumped up from the sofa and looked at the god with a surprised expression.
" I eat here in my friend's house if I'm too lazy to cook." As he walked in the house, I saw that he was pale and thinner. Monika saw this too, yet we just stood silent.
Sayori and Akami-sama sat infront of the TV watching the documentary. Even at home, he kept teaching Sayori about the different animals there, Sayori's head seemed like it was about to explode. Monika helped me cook the veggie burgers, and as expected, was of great help. As we finished making our dinner, Monika held my hand and smiled softly.
" You did a good job, Yoku! Sayori may still have some depression, but at least she is back on the road to recovery." I She pointed towards the living room. I looked out to see the god playing with Sayori.
" Yeah... she still has a lot of ground to cover before she gets rid of her depression. That is why we must help her out by protecting and caring for her." I smiled and finished making the veggie burgers. I called out to them that the food is ready.
I served the veggie burgers me and Monika made to the two. It was an enjoyable dinner, I managed to make the veggie patty taste like a real burger. It has that mild smoky aftertaste and savory umami that a burger has. Sayori is clearly impressed by this. The dining room was filled with happiness. Sayori enjoyed eating with other people, Akami-sama told the most wonderful stories and Monika by my side. The scene before me is something I would treasure. Seeing Sayori safe and sound, cheerful and smiling, brings a smile to ny face.
We finished up our food and I'm currently washing the dishes. I just finished the last dish when Akami-sama walked up beside me. He had a serious look on his face.
" Yoku... I have something to tell you." With a heavy sigh, he looked at me.
" A time may come when I won't be able to help you. When that happens, just remember, never give up." He patted my shoulder and left.
" H-hey! What the hell do you mean you moron?! Stop talking cryptically!" I turned around and he was gone. Great, typical generic 'wise old man' in heroic stories.
After I finished washing the dishes, I took a bath and relaxed. Damn... a Saturday involving so much work, what a pain. I looked at the bubbly water and proceeded to ponder about what to do. Maybe, I should take a look around town tomorrow... Nah, I'm gonna relax at home. I always wanted to watch some horror anime. I finished up my bath and put on my blue pajamas. As I entered my room, I let out a yawn. Sayori was waiting for me to finish taking a bath. She immediately left the room to go take a bath.
" So... where are you gonna sleep?" Monika curiously looked on as I pulled something from underneath the bed. I pulled out my futon and placed it on the floor beside my bed.
" Oh! I see, but are you ok in sleeping on the floor?" I nod to Monika before wrapping myself in it.
" I'm gonna go to sleep now, I'm tired. Goodnight dear!~" I mused to her before giving her a flying kiss.
" Caught it! Goodnight love, see you in your dreams." She smiled and went back to reading an encyclopedia. I closed my eyes and prepared to sleep.
I think I was sleeping for about 10 minutes when I felt a huge weight crash into me. It let out an 'Oof!' as it fell into me. It was Sayori, who was wearing a brown, dog onesie. She tripped on ny futon and fell on my body. She apologized and began looking at my body. Monika just loomed at me and giggled. She was amused at the sitution that was unfolding before her.
" Nah, it's fine, I told you. Thankfully, the only harm done was when your head bumped into mine!" We laughed at each other.
" But still! I'm sorry, I was clumsy and didn't look at where I was going." She got up and sat on the bed.
" Apology accepted, now, may we sleep?" I laughed one last time before covering myself with my futon. Sayori settled into bed and snuggled against Monika.
" I'm still sorry Yoku! You want me to kiss the spot that hurts?" Sayori asked like a kid. Wait, no, she is a kid. Monika interjected.
" Hey now, you're making me jealous. Just go to sleep Sayori, I'm sure Yoku would be fine." Monika patted Sayori's head and smiled.
" Goodnight everyone~" Monika mused as my eyes started to close.
I woke up with sun shining on my face, birds singing melodious tunes and the sound of two people arguing downstairs. I immediately head down, fearing that it is a really serious argument, only to find out it was about pancakes. Sayori was telling Monika that the Japanese pancake is more delicious than the normal pancakes. Monika argued that the Japanese pancake is more of a snack than a breakfast. Before Sayori could say anything, Monika started laying down some facts in a way that she wasn't telling Sayori she is wrong, she is telling her why Monika is correct. Sayori was confused by the science about pancakes, that after Monika was finished, she told her she likes the Japanese pancakes because they're cute. I decide to finally join the argument.
" Well, I like flapjacks, and I'm making that for breakfast." They look at my direction with a shocked stare.
" Wha?! B-But flapjacks and pancakes are all the same!" Said Sayori in a surprised tone.
" Nope! I'm gonna prove it to you that these three kinds of sweets are different." I walked up to the refrigerator and the cupboards to get the ingredients I need. Monika and Sayori sat down and watch as I started to make the required batter for each of our preferred breakfasts.
It was tedious and tiring since I just woke up, but I'm done. I served Sayori the thick and tall Japanese pancakes with blueberries and syrup. I gave Monika the lgiht and fluffy pancakes she asked for, along with the butter and maple syrup. I sat down with my flapjacks in hand, and began to eat. We compared each other's breakfast and enjoyed the different taste of each. The morning was cheerful and bright with Sayori here, it feels just a tad bit happier.
" Yoku! What were you planning to do today?" Sayori asks me as she took a bite out of her pancakes.
" I'm gonna stay hear and watch anime." Sayori looked at me with concerned eyes. Monika simply sighed
" Then... can I watch anime with you?" Sayori asked me nicely.
" Sure, but... you are you ok with that? Me just being lazy all day?" Sayori paused for a second. She shakes her head.
" Of course no! But you did a lot yesterday so you need some rest." Sayori smiled sweetly at me. This understanding and caring trait of Sayori is what makes her so likable.
We finished our breakfast and I started washing the dishes. I was humming a song when I felt a pair of hands grab me from behind. I turned my head to see Monika, she had a grin on her face and she had a mischievous look in her eyes.
" I. Caught. You~" She tease before nibbling on my neck.
" H-Hey! S-Stop... I'm washing the dishes! It's tickling me." I plead to Monika, but to no avail. She continues to tease me for a while before stopping. She had a confused expression on her face.
" Hmm... I feel strange. Hold on." Monika pulled out the command console and started browsing some files.
" Woah, Yoku, look at this." I looked at Monika, who was opening some files.
" Sayori's character file has changed. It seems her depression level has decreased... but the others... it's worsening." I put away the last dish and looked at Monika's command console.
" But here is the worse part... the administrator privileges are starting to disappear slowly. Look, I can now look at the world files, but not edit nor delete them." I was worried, is this what that god is talking about?
" Let's just wait and see what happens for now. Our first priority is to save Yuri. Like you said, if the files are worsening, then Yuri is the most dangerous and most probable to cause harm to herself or others. God, now we just have one week left." I shake my head in dismay. Such a short amount of time to try and help everyone. Monika then shows me something.
" Look, in the world files, there is a strange file. It's called 'TimeUntilDeath' file. It seems to be counting down until Sunday, precisely at midnight." My heart sank at this. No, it didn't sank, it dived straight into an abyss.
" No... If I fail... I'll die? What the hell..." I slumped into a chair and stared at the ceiling. But Monika patted my head and spoke.
" I don't think it's meant for you. It isn't connected with your file, but I'm not sure about any of us." Monika had a grim expression. She sat down in front of me and sighed.
" No, It's not for any of us. It's meant for... him." Monika just nodded in response.
" You noticed, didn't you? He looks weaker and sicker this past few days." I pointed that out to Monika.
" Well, what would happen if-"
" Yoku! I'm booooored~ Let's go watch those animes that you love so much." Monika was cut off from what she was about to say. I smile to Sayori and stood up.
" Sure Sayori. Monika, talk about 'that' later." Monika nods and brought out a book to read. I sat down on the sofa and played the collection of magical girls and moe anime I have.
" Did I disturb you Yoku? I'm sorry if-" I pat her head and smiled.
" Nah, the conversation was getting to serious anyway. Stop apologizing so much." I pressed play and we began our anime marathon. It's nice to relax for today, after all, the festival is tomorrow. Monday is gonna be a long day.