The day after the Class trial, I had headed to the cafeteria to meet with everyone else. From the looks of it, things had calmed down after the events of last night. Though Kanzen and Seiketsu didn't come for breakfast.

Kotone: Morning Sora. You too Neko.

Mononeko hopped off my shoulder.

Mononeko: I guess Neko is now my permanent nickname...

Kotone: Sorry. Sora's been calling you that so often it kinda stuck with us.

Mononeko: I'm still your teacher. At least call me Mrs.Neko...

Sora: "Mrs" is for the married right? I highly doubt anyone will date a cat...

Mononeko: Hey! That's just rude!

Satoka: Honestly you two are so close, you're almost like sisters.

Sora: Hm? Sisters?

Mononeko: A human and a cat?

Satoka: I mean if Deadpool and Pinkie Pie could get together and make Strawberry, then anything is possible right?

Strawberry: Hey, that situation is completely different.

Sora: Hey, Strawberry, are you okay?

Strawberry: Hm? Yeah... I think I am. Sorry, I had a lot on my mind.

Frostwing: It's fine. I'm sure all of us were surprised by last night.

Strawberry: Right... Hey, Mononeko, you're in charge here right? How long did you know about this?

Mononeko: Principle Monokuma has kept a lot from me it seems. As I stated before, I don't know the identities of the other members of World Ender. This was even the first time I heard my mom's name.

Alicia: Wait really?

Prix: Lisa F. Neko. That's the name Gwen gave to us before she passed away.

Angel: Lisa...

Alicia: Didn't look like Kanzen liked that though. The guy nearly lost his shit. Never seen 'em like that before.

Sora: Neko, what memories do you have of her?

Mononeko: I wish I could say. All I know about my mom was that she was a scientist who can be quite vulgar at times.

Mia: Still, I doubt Gwen would tell you that for no reason. It sounded like she did it in an attempt to go against Kanzen. But at least we learned one thing.

Frostwing: Right. Mia's theory of us being from different worlds was spot on. And going by Gwen's actions, it looks like they all have their own objectives for this killing game. They're not completely loyal to Kanzen.

Kotone: Does that mean that they could turn against Kanzen if we can convince them?

Frostwing: Not sure, but for right now we should focus on preventing another murder on the next island before worrying about the remaining two members of World Ender.

Chris: Are you sure? We never know when the next one will strike.

Mononeko: Oh, don't worry. I made sure to make security measures for the next island. A way to make it more difficult to kill.

Sora: What sort of security measures?

Mononeko: It might be best to talk about it when everyone is here. I'll explain tomorrow morning once we're at the next island. There will also be security added to the E-Handbooks at that time too.

Frostwing: I see. Then until then, let's eat and save this talk for later.

We all nodded and went to eat our food. Everything seemed to be going good, until one topic was brought up.

Satoka: So does this mean Sora is a member of World Ender?

Sora: Huh?

Satoka's question got everyone's attention.

Satoka: I mean, Mia was right about us being from different dimensions right? Who's to say she wasn't right about that?

Sora: ... Well... I...

Strawberry: Hey, just because Mia was right about that one thing doesn't mean she was right about Sora.

Mia: And besides, I was out of line and talking through my emotions instead of logic. So just because I say it doesn't mean it's true. I can't be right all the time.

Satoka: Oh. I don't really get it but I guess she's not then?

Strawberry: Of course she's not! Honestly... sorry about that Sora.

Sora: I-It's fine. Don't worry about it.

That's what I said, but in all honesty I've been wondering the same thing.

Who... am I...?

After a good meal I left to my room. I sag on my bed and Neko sat on my lap.

Mononeko: Thinking about the past? Honestly I am too. This is the first time I've heard my mother's name and yet... I feel like there's more to it than that.

Sora: More?

Mononeko: When Gwen mentioned my mother, I felt like a switch was flipped. As if I was asked to fulfill some sort of higher purpose. Maybe that's why I'm in the dark about everything. Honestly I'm starting to wonder if Principle Monokuma is my boss or my enemy...

Sora: ... ... ...

So even Neko has a purpose. Then what's mine? Why am I here? Dammit, why can't I remember anything?

Well, I can't learn anything just standing here. I should use my time wisely.

(Free Time (Strawberry))

I decided to head to Strawberry's room and knock on the door.

Strawberry: Coming.

She opened it up.

Strawberry: Oh, Sora?

Sora: Hey. Wanna hang out?

Strawberry: Oh sure. Actually I was hoping to make some sweets today. Want to join me?

Sora: Sure.

I followed Strawberry into the kitchen and we started baking cookies and a cake.

Strawberry: Oh, you're actually really good at this. But um... why all the strawberries?

Sora: Last we talked you said you liked them so I thought I'd add them.

Strawberry: Oh thanks. But what about the star? It doesn't really match the rest of the cake.

Sora: Hm? I'm not sure actually. When I feel stressed I normally look at the sky. The stars make me feel calm, it lets me forget about this killing game...

Strawberry: I see... maybe you were an astronaut in your world? Or maybe an astronomer?

Sora: I think I'm a bit too young to be any of those.

Strawberry: I guess you're right. Well, at least we know something. You're smart, you like looking at the stars, and you're a surprisingly good cook. Some of those have to be inherited by your original memories right?

Sora: Possibly. I'm also a really good fighter.

Strawberry: Yeah, but I think that would go to almost everyone here. Frostwing, Kotone, Artoria... definitely Satoka...

Sora: And you don't?

Strawberry: Hm? Oh no, even I enjoy a good fight from time to time.

Sora: Wait really?

Strawberry: Well yeah. I'm the daughter of Deadpool. You think I'd just sit back while he goes on one of his wild adventures?

Sora: Oh yeah... good point.

Strawberry giggles a little.

Strawberry: This is the first time I've managed to catch you off guard. It's honestly kinda cute.

Sora: C-Cute?

She giggled again.

Strawberry: Your face is bright red. Maybe I should try catching you off guard more often?

She smiled as we enjoyed our time together and ate our cake. I think I got to know Strawberry a little better now.

Hope Fragment Received! Strawberry: 3/5

After hanging out with Strawberry, I returned to my room and sat on my bed. I thought that would get my mind off things but it was no use.

Sora: Ugh... well I can't stand here doing nothing...

(Free Time(Strawberry))

I headed to Strawberry's room and knocked on the door. She quickly answered.

Strawberry: Hm? Sora?

Sora: Hey, let's hang out.

Strawberry: Hmm sure. I don't have much to do so let's hang out in the library.

Sora: Sure.

We headed out to the library. We didn't do much. We mostly sat down and talked.

Strawberry: So what kind of books do you like to read?

Sora: Hmm... honestly I don't know. Maybe something with a little adventure?

Strawberry: Same here actually. Honestly with my family, it's hard not to enjoy a little action.

Sora: Right, and your family?

Strawberry: Deadpool and Pinkie Pie. If you had your memories you'd probably know them, or at least hear about them.

Sora: Are they that famous?

Strawberry: They come from two different worlds. My dad is a trained assassin and mercenary while my mom is a pony that loves to throw parties and have fun.

Sora: I see. That would explain the energetic personalities of you and Anna.

Strawberry: Yep. We're both full of energy though Anna got more of that than me.

Sora: You both also seem to have a strong bond.

Strawberry: Of course. My family is very important to me. Even during times like these we need to stick together. Am I wrong?

Sora: No, probably not.

Strawberry have a confident smile and we continued to gossip. I think I got to know her better today.

Hope Fragment Received! Strawberry: 4/5

(Free Time: END)

After spending time with Strawberry I returned to my room.

Ding Dong! Bing Bong!

The intercom's turned on.

Monokuma: "Attention! It is now 10pm. Hope everyone is on board the Monocruise because it's time we set sail for the third island!"

The intercom turned off. I sat on my bed and looked around.

Sora: Mononeko?

She isn't here.

She must be busy with something. I'll leave the door unlocked just in case.

With that in mind, I laid down and drifted off to sleep.

Or... at least I tried. But all I could think about was my lost memories.

Was Mia right? Am I a member of World Ender? Just another pawn in Kanzen's plans? Am I putting everyone in danger just by being here? If so... then isn't it better to save everyone the trouble? For myself and everyone else...

... Maybe it's better if I just-

A cold sweat ran down my spine. Suddenly I felt like my mind and body weren't my own. It caused me to sit up in a panic, my hands over my head as I try to pull myself together.

Sora: I need to get out... I need to get off this island!

I ended up getting out of bed and stormed out of my room without fully understanding why. I then collapsed on my hands and knees, breathing heavily with tears coming down my face, I felt like I was having a panic attack.

Strawberry: Sora?

I looked up. Strawberry was standing in front of me. She had a worried look on her face.

Sora: S-Strawberry? What are you...?

That worried look turned into a slightly more serious expression as she took my hand. She brought me to the top of the ship, and once she did, I couldn't help but be amazed.

It was the night sky. The stars... they shined brighter than ever before. Suddenly I could feel all my worries being lifted away.

Sora: Woah...

Strawberry: Do you like it? I came up here yesterday after everything that happened with Gwen. I needed to wrap my head around everything.

Sora: And did you?

Strawberry: Yeah, I think so. I can't hate Gwen for what she did. But now that I know she wasn't Anna, at least it gave me closure. I know she's somewhere safe off this island... and not in this damn killing game.

Sora: Right... so what now?

Strawberry: Isn't it obvious? I'm going to get off this island. But I'm going to do it my way. I'm not going to play Kanzen's games.

Sora: I see... that's good.

Strawberry: And what about you?

Sora: What about me?

Strawberry: Don't play dumb. To tell you the truth, Mononeko said she'll be busy and asked me to check on you. I guess she was worried. Once I got to your room though, I could see why. I never seen you like that before. I never seen you look so... helpless...

Sora: ... ... ...

Strawberry: Sora... What's going on?

Sora: ... I don't know. I guess I've just been thinking a lot about what Mia said.

Strawberry: You mean this whole talk about you being in World Ender?

Sora: Yeah. I worry that me being here may end up causing problems for everyone else.

Strawberry: Don't say that! You've been nothing but helpful to us so far.

Sora: Maybe now, but what about later? What happens if I get my memories back and find out I'm some terrible person?

Strawberry: Even if that happens, you shouldn't let that change who you are.

Sora: ... Right... sorry...

She took my hand and gave me a warm smile.

Strawberry: Hey, don't worry. Even if you are a member of World Ender, I'll be by your side no matter what. And if you end up taking the wrong path, I'll smack some sense into you myself.

I let out a chuckle.

Strawberry: See? That's the Sora I know. Now let's go. Some of us still need some sleep.

Sora: Right...

She goes to walk away.

Sora: Thank you Strawberry...

Strawberry: Hey, what are friends for?

She gave me a smile and I smiled back as we went back to our respective rooms.

Monokuma Theater

Monokuma: We're already in the third chapter! Bummer, what a bummer! I hear the third part of anything always sucks! That's why I never watch the third movie of my favorite trilogy. Nor do I play the third game of my favorite series! I always skip the third episode of everything I watch because I know they absolutely suck! Huh... I guess that explains why everything sucks, doesn't it?

Monokuma Theater(END)

Ding Dong! Bing Bong!

The intercoms turned on.

Monokuma: "Good morning everyone! It is now 7am! Get up and ready to explore the new island! But first, I need everyone to report to the kitchen at your earliest convenience!"

As the intercom turns off, I got out of bed.

Mononeko said she had something to tell us before we explored the island. I should head to the kitchen and meet everyone first.

I got up and walked to the kitchen, where everyone had already gathered.

Kotone: Morning Sora.

Sora: Morning.

Kanzen: Good morning So-

Sora: Burn in hell.

Kanzen: Ouch again!

I look around. Seems like it's everyone. Even Seiketsu, Kanzen, and Monokuma.

Seiketsu: So, what's going on? Can't explore the island yet?

Mononeko: Not yet. I developed a way to prevent another killing. It's not a full proof solution but it's better than nothing.

Frostwing: What is it?

Mononeko: For the third island, if you want to go in or out of any building, you need to use your E-Handbook. That is the unique feature of this island.

Kanzen: Hm? Is she allowed to do that?

Monokuma: Don't worry, I made a few of my own tweaks so this security measure is good but not perfect~

Mononeko: Sorry... even with my security measures he's still my boss so I can't stop him from doing what he wants.

Kotone: I think it's fine. After all, the security measures are still in place regardless of what Monokuma did to them.

Mononeko: Another thing, I modified your E-Handbook. There's a scanner so the only way to unlock it is through the user's eye. It's to limit their use in the case of a murder actually occurring.

Prix: I see... is that all?

Monokuma: Nope! Actually I have an announcement of my own~

Kanzen: Hm?

Monokuma: A little gift from me to you. A small glimpse at your stolen memories!

Alicia: Hm? Hold on, what do ya mean by that?

Satoka: I know Sora has her memories lost, but the rest of us?

Monokuma: Sora may not have any memories, but who said the rest of you had all of yours? Aside from members of World Ender, everyone here has had some of their memories taken away from them.

Strawberry: Isn't it a little too early in the story to reveal that big of a plot twist?

Mia: So somewhere on this island has our stolen memories...

Seiketsu: If that's the case, why are you giving this to us so easily? What's the catch?

Monokuma: ... Upupupu.

Frostwing: For now, we should investigate the island. Once we're done let's come back and discuss our findings.

We all nod and leave the ship. Mononeko hops on my shoulder as we go to explore the 3rd Island.

We looked ahead.

Sora: So this is the third island. It's... different from what I expected.

Mononeko: I know... but I think this island might help us answer a lot of questions.

Beep! Beep!

[The map has been updated to your E-Handbook]

I take a look at my E-Handbook.

Unlike the last island, there were five areas to explore this time.

Sora: Better get started...

Before I stepped forward, Strawberry tapped my shoulder.

Strawberry: Hey Sora, you got a second?

Sora: Yeah, what is it?

Strawberry: Looks like everyone paired up in teams of two. Since Ann- um... Gwen isn't here, do you think I could explore with you?

Sora: Sure, I don't mind.

She smiles and we walk together with Mononeko. The first place we go to is the hospital. We notice an electronic security panel at the entrance.

Sora: I'm guessing this is your security measure?

Mononeko: Yeah. The only way to get inside is by scanning your E-Handbook.

I read the words displayed on the panel.

[M3 - IN]

[F3 - IN]

Strawberry: M3? F3? What's that all about?

Mononeko: Monokuma wouldn't let me display the full name, so I used numbers inside. Everyone's number is different and the letter is just your gender.

Sora: I see. M is for male and F is for female.

Mononeko: Precisely. Oh, but you can't reveal your number to others. It's one of Monokuma's regulations.

Strawberry: Of course it is... in that case, I'll try to keep note of everyone's number as we go along.

Sora: It looks like two people already went in. Let's go join them.

Strawberry: Right.

We scanned our E-Handbooks and stepped inside the Hospital.

The hospital itself was a bit old. Honestly it gave off a bit of a creepy vibe for me. Inside the hospital were Angel and Prix.

Angel: Sora! Strawberry!

Prix: Not surprised to see you two investigating together.

Angel: Don't be rude Prix...

Strawberry: So you came to check out the hospital. It's a little eerie don't you think?

Angel: I know right? Why do we need a hospital anyway? There's already a nursing room on the ship.

Mononeko: This place has a lot more equipment and is more suitable for serious injuries or illnesses.

Prix: Even so, this place has its own rules.

He points at a poster on the wall labeled "Dr.Killgood Hospital Rules". I took notice of one of the rules.

Sora: Only doctors and patients can stay in the hospital overnight.

Strawberry: I guess it makes sense. But I don't think any of us have medical experience.

Prix: Actually, Satoka apparently does, and Chris too, according to Alicia.

Strawberry: Oh right... well Satoka did fix Sora's wounds after stabbing her, so I guess it makes sense.

Angel: I actually forgot about that. Hey Sora, is your wound okay?

Sora: Yeah. I think it's completely healed now... though it might leave another scar.

Strawberry: Another one? You have more?

Sora: Three actually. They're on my side, but for some reason I don't really feel comfortable showing them off...

Angel: I see...

Strawberry: Hmm maybe you were some sort of mercenary?

Sora: Regardless I think we're done with this hospital.

Mononeko: Hm? Are you sure?

Prix: In that case, Angel and I will search further inside.

Angel: Do we have to? This place is so creepy.

Prix: What? Are you afraid of a ghost?

Angel: D-Don't even joke about that!

Prix snickered as Strawberry and I walked out of the hospital. The next place we went to was the Music Venue.

I look at the name of the venue.

Sora: It's... Titty Typhoon...

Strawberry: Y-Yeah...

Sora: ... It called...

Strawberry: I know...

Sora: Tit-

Strawberry: You don't have to repeat it!

Sora: I know~

Giggling to myself a little, I step in front of the security panel.

[F6 - IN]

[M6 - IN]

[F2 - IN]

[M6 - OUT]

Sora: Hm?

Strawberry: Is something the matter?

Sora: Looks like one of the guys came in and left.

Mononeko: Strange... maybe it was Satoka?

Strawberry: I doubt it but I wouldn't put it against him. Let's go in and find out.

We nodded and stepped into the Music Venue.

It was actually quite spacious compared to the other places here. Alicia and Mia were already inside.

Alicia: Sora!

Sora: Woah!

Alicia: It's here! Can you believe it?! It's finally here!

Sora: What's here?

Alicia: Isn't it obvious? It's a Music Venue! I never thought we'd see one on this island but here it is!

Strawberry: You're definitely excited.

Sora: Never thought a wrestler would be this happy over music.

Tina: Wrestling is my main career, but I'm also an actress and musician! You think the Rock or John Cena would be so popular if they didn't have badass music backing them up?!

Sora: I think I'd understand if I knew who those guys were...

Alicia: Oh right. Fine, once we get off this island the first thing I'm doing is taking you out to a Rock movie!

Strawberry: Wha- You can't do that!

Alicia: Oh don't worry, I'm not trying to steal Sora or anything. In fact, how about I bring Mia with me? Then we can have a double date~

Mia blushed a bit.

Mia: A date with Alicia does sound nice...

Strawberry: T-That's not what I mean. Don't you have Chris?

Alicia: Like I kept saying it's a huge misunderstanding. Chris and I are just friends. Last night I had a bad dream, so I went to my room and vented my frustrations. He's a therapist too. I guess I had a lot on my mind and accidentally fell asleep until morning.

Sora: I see.

So it was an accident. Sorry Chris, I think this is what they call getting Friend Zoned.

Strawberry: Well what about you Mia? Actually are you okay? You look a little pale.

Mia: Hm? Yeah, I'm fine. Just didn't get much sleep last night. I came here because I couldn't help myself. My mom may be a big Wrestler but my other mom comes from a family of musicians. Questionable naming aside, this place seems pretty nice.

Alicia: Chris was here too, but he left saying he'd investigate someplace else.

Strawberry: Oh, so it was Chris who came and left.

Sora: Well, I think we spent enough time here. Let's move on.

Strawberry: Right.

We left the music venue and headed for the next destination, the Motels.

Sora: So these are the Motels huh?

Strawberry: They look stylish but aren't they kinda useless? I mean, why sleep in a Motel when the ship has nicer rooms?

Mononeko: I don't know, emergencies maybe? What if the ship blows up?

Strawberry: Why would anyone blow up the ship?

Mononeko: With Satoka around, you never know.

Strawberry: Okay, yeah, good point.

I approached the Motels. Each door had their own panel. I read the first one.

[M4 - IN]

[F4 - IN]

[M4 - OUT]

[F4 - OUT]

Sora: Hm? Looks like two people came in and left.

Strawberry: Actually take a look at this. Someone came in and out of all these rooms.

Sora: But why?

Strawberry: ... I... Actually no... I think I know what idiots are doing it...

She pointed at Satoka and Kotone who came out of the last door exhausted.

Kotone: See? I told you I'd win!

Satoka: No way! I totally won!

Kotone: I came out the door first!

Satoka: Then let's call it a tie!

Kotone: No way!

Strawberry: Can you two get serious?!

Strawberry gets both of their attention.

Kotone: Oh! Sora! Strawberry! Sorry, we came here to investigate but ended up accidentally trying to see who could get in and out of the Motels the fastest.

How was that an accident?

Strawberry: Seriously? Well what did you find?

Satoka: There are no cars! All the rooms look the exact same and require your E-Handbook to get in and out!

Strawberry: ... Okay, anything that we didn't already know?

Satoka: Oh then no.

Sora: Well I guess that just means there's nothing noteworthy here.

Kotone: Hey Sora, there was actually something that's been on my mind lately

Sora: Hm?

Kotone: That last Class Trial, you said I got an autograph from Gwen. It was true but... I never told anyone that. How did you know?

Sora: I... hm...

That's a good question. How did I know?

Sora: I guess it was a lucky guess. You were a big fan after all.

Kotone: Oh... well if that's it then I guess you're not wrong. Man... who knew one autograph could save a fangirls life?

After checking out the Motel, we headed to the next area, the Electric Avenue.

There were a bunch of run down electronics in this area, but doesn't seem to have any doors in sight. It also looked like Frostwing and Chris were here.

Frostwing: Oh, Sora and Strawberry, you're here.

Sora: Hey.

Strawberry: Oh Chris, you came from the Music Venue right?

Chris: Yeah. I thought I could find more if I branched out elsewhere.

Sora: Did you find anything?

He nods to us and we check out what he's found.

Chris: There was a bunch of junk here. A Despair Video, some sort of Flashlight, things like that. But what caught my attention was this.

He shows us blueprints of something labeled the "Cross Dimensional Travel Project"

Sora: What is this?

Chris: A device that allows for transportation across space and time.

Strawberry: Hold on, not just space but time too?

Sora: So we're not just from different worlds, but also different timelines.

Frostwing: I doubt it. If something like that did happen, the Time Patrol from my world would have investigated it.

Strawberry: But what if that's why you're here? What if they sent you to investigate but you ended up stuck here?

Frostwing: Good point... maybe that's why I can't communicate with anyone outside? Actually... why has no help arrived...?

Sora; Huh?

Frostwing: ... It's nothing. For now we can at least confirm Mia's theory to be true. We might actually be from different worlds, and Kotone, Gwen, and Artoria are from the same world.

Strawberry: What does this all mean? Ugh... it's like every answer we get keeps getting followed up with more questions.

Mononeko: For now we should keep going.

Sora: Right...

The three of us left to the final destination on the island... the Movie Theater.

Strawberry: I'm going to take a wild guess and say this is where we'll find these lost memories

Sora: Yeah...

Strawberry took my hand and smiled.

Strawberry: You ready?

Sora: Huh? ... Yeah... I'm ready.

That's what I told myself. But honestly I was really nervous... more nervous about what we would find than anything else.

I walked to the panel near the door.

[M1- IN]

[M5-IN]

Two guys have already come into the Theater. Going by all the events so far, I can take a good guess on who came in here.

Those were my first thoughts before stepping into the Theater.

Once we stepped inside, just as I thought Kanzen and Seiketsu were in as well, alongside Monokuma.

Monokuma: Oh, looks like we've got more customers! Mononeko, where have you been?! You're late for work!

Mononeko: Huh? Nobody said I was supposed to stay here.

Monokuma: What a disappointment. What do I even pay you for?

Monineko: Wait I'm supposed to get paid for this?

Strawberry: Anyway, the Theater is just past this door right?

Monokuma: Well erm yes, but you have to go in one at a time. Each student has their own personal movie to watch after all.

Kanzen: Seiketsu and I have already seen our movies. Though mine was nothing special.

Sora: I see... then I guess it can't be helped.

Strawberry: Right. You should go first Sora. You are the biggest mystery here after all.

Sora: Right...

Monokuma: So Sora is going first hmm? Then wait here while I get your movie set up! Mononeko you're coming with me!

Mononeko: Huh? Oh um right!

Monokuma and Neko both disappeared as I took a look around the Theater. The first person I decided to talk to was Seiketsu.

Sora: Hey Seiketsu, what did you see on your movie?

Seiketsu: ... ... ...

Seiketsu didn't exactly say anything. He seemed almost disturbed, as if he had just seen a ghost.

Sora: Um... Seiketsu?

Seiketsu: ... Tch. What a drag.

Obviously upset over something, Seiketsu turned and left the Theater.

Strawberry: That was... strange. What was his deal?

Sora: ... I don't know...

I never seen Seiketsu make that face before. Can't say it doesn't make me worried.

I walk up to the counter. On the counter was a handbag and a sticker that read "I was born stupid".

Sora: What's this?

Kanzen: Oh, those are items you get if you choose not to watch the movie.

Strawberry: You get a handbag and a sticker?

Kanzen: I mean the handbag is free at least.

Strawberry: You have to pay for the sticker?!

Kanzen: Yep. It's only one million dollars.

Strawberry: Nobody is dumb enough to pay that much for a stupid sticker...

Kanzen: Huh? But Satoka already bought the sticker and watched the movie!

Strawberry: Of course he did...

Monokuma then reappeared.

Monokuma: Alright, the movie is ready!

Sora: Alright, here I go...

Strawberry: Good luck.

I nodded and walked into the Movie Theater.

Once I got inside, I went ahead and took my seat. Monokuma's voice echoed through the speakers.

Monokuma: "█████████, the problem child who seems to have lost all her memories~. Let's take a peak at those memories she so desperately craves!"

All the lights then went out. The screen was black for quite some time. That's when I heard it, the sound of digging amongst the darkness... and then...voices...

???: Ruby found her! She's over here!

???: Sis!

???: There's no point calling her. Just look at the state she's in.

???: Well we gotta try something!

Anna(?): She's right! Lisa, hand me a shovel!

I blinked twice, a mixture of confusion and surprise.

Sora: ... Huh?

That voice just now... it sounded familiar. But was it really Anna? Or was it Gwen?

And those names... Ruby... Lisa... now that I think about it I feel like I've heard Lisa's name before...

The movie continued to play as a bright light began to emerge. But before I could see past that light, the screen went blank again and a message appeared on screen.

"Find Out More After Graduation!"

Sora: ... What?

After graduation? You mean I have to kill someone to see the rest?

Sora: I see... it's just another one of Monokuma's sick games.

I let out a sigh and leave the Theater, meeting Strawberry outside. Monokuma popped out of nowhere.

Monokuma: How was it? Was it a 10/10 classic? A five star Grammy Award Winning film? If you were a critic you'd rate it a five star film I just know it! They always do!

Strawberry: So what did you see?

Sora: ... I'm not sure. It might be easier to explain on the ship.

Strawberry: Right... I'll watch my movie real quick and meet you at the ship.

I nod and make my way back. I head to the ship with Mononeko as everyone else was already there.

Mia: Looks like everyone's here...

Satoka: Hm? Not everyone. What about Strawberry?

Sora: She said she'll watch her Movie then meet us here.

Frostwing: Then we should discuss that later once she gets here.

Kotone: Then let's talk about something else, like that security system.

Mononeko: Yep! How did you like it?

Mia: It's an interesting concept but... there are some flaws...

Mia paused, her face was pale as she gathered her thoughts.

Mia: ... What if two people tried entering at the same time?

Mononeko: Then whoever tried to enter last will probably be punished by Monokuma.

Monokuma: No ifs, ands, or butts about it!

Angel: I think you accidentally added a "t" in one of those letters...

Monokuma: I said what I said!

Satoka: But what if they moved at the exact same time?

Kotone: That sounds impossible...

Mia: No, more like the only person capable of pulling it off is myself, since my intelligence lets me to predict and mimic the precise movement of whoever I want down to the millisecond.

Satoka: Miliseconds?

Seiketsu: 0.00001 seconds.

Prix: That certainly is fast. But there are certain people here who can move much faster.

Chris: Anyway, let's move on to the island itself.

Kotone: There was a Motel, but we couldn't find much there.

Alicia: There's also a Music Venue!

Mia: While the naming is... questionable, there should be enough space to hold a good performance.

Angel: I didn't know you liked music too Mia.

Mia: Well, yeah... my mom may have been a famous wrestler but I have another mom who comes from a line of musicians... so it kind of runs in the family...

Alicia: Still you look really sick Mia.

Prix: There is a hospital now if you need it. But only those who are sick or those with medical training can stay overnight.

Alicia: Oh so Chris and Seiketsu.

Seiketsu: Hm? Whoever said I had medical training?

Alicia: I mean, you patched up Sora's wounds no problem right?

Seiketsu: Nope. That was all natural skill.

Kotone: So Chris is the only real doctor here?!

Mia: It's fine everyone... seriously... I'm fine...

Frostwing: Then let's move on to the next area, the Electric Avenue.

Chris: Right. Frostwing and I explored that area ourselves. While there was nothing too important, we did find blueprints to a device that could travel others through time and space.

Kotone: What does that mean?

Alicia: It means Mia's theory was spot on, and we all came from different times and dimensions.

Mia: Well no, there's no evidence that this device was used to bring us all here, and I doubt Kanzen would just give us a simple answer.

Kanzen: You read me like a book~!

Mia: For right now my theory is just a theory. Besides... geh...

Mia covered her mouth and started coughing violently. She panted a little once she was done, trying to catch her breath. We all looked at her a bit worried.

Mia: ... Sorry about that...

Strawberry: Mia, you really don't sound okay...

We all turned to see Strawberry entering the kitchen.

Sora: Strawberry. I see you're done with your movie?

Strawberry: Yeah but... all I saw was a random memory of me enjoying a meal with some friends. It wasn't really anything special.

Satoka: Really? All I saw were flashing colors.

Monokuma: Hey only a few of you got important stuff. Really this gift was targeted at a specific few. Everyone else was insignificant.

Mia: A specific few? Then why...? No... nevermind. That's not important... what's important is what Sora saw.

And just like that, everyone turns their attention to me.

Sora: ... Honestly I don't know. The entire screen was blank, and all I could hear was voices.

Frostwing: Voices?

Sora: Yeah. I got two names from the movie. Ruby... and Lisa.

Angel: Ruby?

Mononeko: Lisa... wait...

Kotone: Isn't that the name of Mononeko's mother? The same name Gwen gave us?

Sora: Yeah, but that's not all... I heard Anna's voice as well.

Strawberry: What?

Mia: Not possible... nobody here aside from Strawberry ever met the real Anna. You must have heard Gwen.

Kotone: Probably but... what does that mean?

Sora: ... I don't know...

That voice I heard... it definitely could have been Gwen's but why am I so certain that it's Anna? Then there's Lisa and this new girl named Ruby. Just who are they?

Before I could overwhelm my thoughts, the Nighttime announcement rang.

Ding Dong! Bing Bong!

Monokuma: "Announcement! It is now 10pm. Good night, sleep tight, and don't let the bed bugs bite~"

Satoka: Hm? Wait, Monokuma left that fast?!

Seiketsu: Probably some sort of teleportation. Not that it matters.

Seiketsu got off and walked to his room.

Frostwing: It seems the more answers we find, the more questions follow up. For now let's get some rest and gather our thoughts tomorrow.

We all nodded in agreement.

It would be pointless to overthink things. Still I can't help but feel a bit tired.

As we all walked out the kitchen, the last thing I heard was Kanzen. His voice a little more angry than usual.

Kanzen: Those videos... it seems they're growing bold...

He stormed past, leaving me wondering what in the world was going on.

To Be Continued