"L-leon?" I stuttered out, tears forming in my eyes.

"I-it wasn't my fault (y/n), I promise. She tried to kill me!" Leon yelled, fear and regret shining in his pale blue orbs. He looked as if was going to break down right in front of everyone, his knees buckling as he held onto the stand for support.

I knew it was stupid, never before had I believed in love at first sight, not until a few days ago. Leon Kuwata, it felt as if we were meant to be. A special connection between us both, and the way Leon looked at me, I could tell that he felt the same way.

I looked to each of my classmates desperately, hoping for some new evidence to prove his innocence. But deep down I knew that it was already too late. For his name was already written in blood. Hot tears streamed down my face as I locked my gaze with Leon once more.

"(y/n), I-I..." Leon's wavering voice was cut off by the high-pitched voice of Monokuma.

"Let's give it everything we've got. IT'S PUNISHMENT TIME!!!" he lifted up a hammer and slammed it onto a big red button.

"No wait!" I yelled looking frantically back at the red head.

"(Y/N)!!!" Leon screamed as he was dragged away by a metal chain, his hand reaching out to me, pure fear in his eyes. I so desperately wanted to help him, run after the boy I loved, and save him from his brutal end. But fear had me plastered to the floor, my feet wouldn't budge. All I could do was watch, regret already sinking in.

From afar I watched him helplessly, his gaze never leaving mine. Sooner than I would've wanted Monokuma popped up, turning on a machine that started a rapid fire of baseballs, all directed at Leon. I desperately wanted to look away, I couldn't bare to see him suffer, but I just couldn't break our eye contact. Utter despair could be seen dulling his pale blue eyes as the hard baseballs bruised his skin, broke his bones and tore away at his flesh. At the last second before a sea of baseballs hit, ending his suffering, I could've sworn that I saw him grin menacingly at me.

But I brushed it off quickly, I was probably just seeing things and before I knew it, I was on the floor in a fit of sobs. I couldn't endure the sight of Leon's lifeless body tied to a pole. Only moments ago he was full of energy, his enthusiasm and adorable smile were only two of the things that I had fallen in love with. But that was all gone now.

Days flew by and I spent most of my time in my room, rarely participating in the rest of the class' meetups and decisions. I didn't want to form another bond with someone, only to have them taken away from me because of this stupid killing game. At times I felt like I was falling into despair, but I was able to come climbing back out of that dark pit. I believed that Leon would've wanted me to stay strong.

But like hell was I wrong.

I always questioned my luck, never was I killed, or even suspected of murder. I thought it was because I always isolated myself in my room. But that just wasn't it. Someone was always protecting me from harm, like a guardian angel watching from above and changing the actions of others so I would stay out of harms way. Sometimes that was what I hypothesized while I was hidden away in my room alone. If only Leon's brutal execution had haunted my nightmares for a little bit longer so that I could discover the truth for myself. The menacing smile that was directed at me during his last moments should've been a dead give away, but I was too blinded in love to see it.

For someone had been watching my every move, hidden away in a secret room. Using Monokuma to send threats and spread rumors about all other students, except for me. It wasn't until we had "unlocked" all five floors of the school building where a mysterious corpse was discovered lying on the floor. Before anyone could even take a closer look at the body it exploded and set alight. The whole scene seemed fishy, nothing really made sense.

Makoto was voted the killer and punished after that confusing class trial. It did seem wrong to accuse Makoto, for he seemed too sweet and kind hearted to do something like that, but all the evidence that we had pointed straight to him.

Hours later Makoto came crawling back from the dead. Or should I say the rubbish tip. No one even had to tell me, I could smell him from the inside of my dorm whenever he walked past. After that we were forced to do another investigation, the other dorm floor and all other previously locked doors were opened to our dispense.

Which leads us to the sixth class trial. At that point we were being forced to find out who the mastermind is. As everyone in the room continued to argue my mind wandered off to the first class trial, to Leon. A small, sad smile tugged at my lips as I stared at the ground. The words "what if?" always floating around my mind whenever I thought about him. There were so many other outcomes but none of them seemed very happy.

"Oi!! What's on your mind kiddo?" Monokuma asked, demanding an answer. The room fell silent as Monokuma pointed at me accusingly. I felt everyone's stare boring into my skin forcing a pink blush to cover my cheeks.

"I-it's nothing. No need to worry your tiny little brain over it." I replied turning my head away. I always had to stand the closest to Monokuma, he always seemed to ask me questions throughout every god damn class trial. By the time the fourth trial came around I was used to it, so I just roasted him instead.

"Phupupupupu! You're all idiots you know that? Well, I'm getting bored now anyway, so, I'm just going to reveal myself." Monokuma reached his paws up to the sky as a cloud of smoke appeared out of nowhere, making it impossible to see. Eventually the smoke cleared and there he stood, the mastermind.

A series of gasps could be heard throughout the courtroom. Everyone in the room looked hurt and surprised as they glared at the smirking boy. His eyes travelling around the trial room, passing across every face until his gaze fell upon me.

"(y/n) dear. Long time no see, hey? You're still as beautiful as ever. Those security cameras do you no justice, in real life you're absolutely breathtaking." he gave me a flirty wink as he grinned at me.

"Leon....you-"

"Yes, I'm the mastermind. Blah blah blah. Who cares!? Aren't I just awesome? I'm the literal embodiment of despair." Leon interrupted me, going on a rant, his eye contact finally breaking away from me.

This is Leon? The boy I fell in love with, the boy I thought I had a special connection with, the boy...I cried over.

I grimaced at the thought. I watched Leon laugh at everyone in the room, taking in his appearance. He looked almost completely different. His shirt was half black and white like Monokuma, he wore a black choker around his neck, spikes studding the surface. With black eyeliner he had drawn the same symbol as Monokuma's left eye, under his own. That very same left eye was now red, while the other still remained a cool, pale blue colour. (idk, just look at the fanart i attached to this one-shot. i can't describe this shit...b y e)

"You murdered all of our classmates, our friends!! And to think I once felt sorry for you." Hina accused, looking hurt. But her hurt face didn't even compare to the face I was probably pulling right now. I was absolutely devastated, my head spinning. I couldn't make out a single word anyone was saying at this point, but I didn't care. My thoughts were aimed at the psycho beside me.

Eventually Leon's body turned around to face me once more. His husky voice pulling me back to reality. "Nawww. What's wrong love? You look upset."

"SHUT UP!!" I screamed at him, tears threatening to fall, "How dare you! I thought you were dead! You tricked me, you evil bastard!" the words came tumbling out of my mouth, but deep down in my heart, I meant none of it.

"Such fowl language (y/n)." he tutted shaking his head before taking a step forward and leaning down to my level. "I'll have you know that I saved your life, multiple times in fact. I've kept you safe all this time, and I didn't even have to lay a finger on you. But what do I get in return? I think I deserve a little better than that (y/n)." Leon grabbed a hold of my face, smashing his lips against mine in a bittersweet kiss. I squirmed out of his grip, pushing him away.

"Get away from me!" I yelled. Hot, salty tears started to stream down my face. Leon had finally done it, he had led me into despair. I wanted to hate him, I wanted to find his kiss disgusting, but I couldn't bring myself to do it. I absolutely hated myself for loving him, and for enjoying that forced kiss that we shared.

"There was a time when you used to enjoy my kisses (y/n)." Leon said, arms now crossed as he stood up straight.

"Wh-what are you talking about? What kisses? You never kissed me while we were here." I questioned, confused by his statement.

"No no, not here dear. A year or two ago you did. We used to be in a relationship back then." Leon explained as if he was reminiscing over some emotional memories.

"But we've never met before!!" I argued.

"Oh whoops." Leon pulled his puppy dog eyes, tilting his head slightly and pressing his index finger against his lips. "Did I forget to mention the most important factor? It's an absolute game changer you know."

"Well go on then you imbecile, enlighten us." Byakuya ordered, staring sternly at Leon.

Leon stood up straight, frowning slightly as he looked Byakuya dead in the eye. "But that would be no fun now would it?"

"Sh-shut up traitor!! Do as m-my darling Byakuya says!" Toko yelled, pointing accusingly at the mastermind.

"Aw come on guys, at least have a stab at it." Leon whined while pouting. There was a long silence before Kyoko broke it with her calm voice.

"Well, if nobody else will, I might as well have a go. My guess is that it has something to do with our memories. You said that you and (y/n) had met before, am I correct?"

"Well yeah." Leon answered in a matter of factly tone.

"But (y/n) believes that you two haven't." Kyoko paused, looking over at me, as if awaiting confirmation.

"Y-yeah. That's right, I definitely don't remember meeting Leon before."

"So then. Either Leon is lying or you've somehow lost your memory of ever meeting Leon. But, if this is all for Leon's entertainment, I doubt he'd be lying."

"Yeah, that sounds about right. Maybe (y/n) had amnesia." Makoto suggested, his hand up to his chin while deep in thought.

"Amnesia? I guess that makes sense. I still don't get any of this though." Hiro stated looking confused.

"N-no one asked you!" Toko yelled, annoyed by his ignorance.

This continued for another ten minutes at least. Ideas getting thrown back and fourth as Leon just stood there, watching everything unfold. I contributed to the conversation here and there but didn't say much, for whenever I did Leon just stared at me, mocking me with his, dare I say it, adorable smirk.

"Yeah, yeah, yeah. You guys win, good enough. I wiped all of your memories from the last two or three years. So it was as if you had only just entered the school a few weeks ago." Leon explained, boredom showing clearly on his face. "Outside the world's gone to shit you know, completely filled with despair. Well mostly, there's the odd person still standing up to it all, going on about hope or whatever."

"W-what? How? Don't tell me you-"

"Don't tell you what? Hmmm? That I caused the Tragedy? Well I did so there." Leon interrupted me again, poking my nose as if trying to prove a point. I sent a scowl his way, turning around to face the other way. I couldn't stand to look at his smug face any longer.

"Awwww. Come on love, why do you gotta be so mean to me? Stop ignoring me, please?" Leon begged, but I didn't budge. Instead I crossed my arms in a huff.

"No one cares about your love affairs you cretin. Just get on with it and let us out of here." Byakuya growled. But Leon didn't listen.

Instead he edged closer to me, wrapping his arms around my torso from behind, whispering in my ear. "You can't hide from me forever (y/n). I still love you ya know, and I thought that you felt the same."

Suddenly Leon was attacking my neck with kisses. I tried to escape his embrace but his arms wouldn't budge. I was stuck, and no one was willing to help me either. All I could hear were tuts of disgust from my classmates.

I was taken by surprise as Leon spun me around, pushing me against the stand. He leant against me with his body, his hips started rocking against my own as he pressed his lips against mine once more.

"LEON DUDE!! KEEP IT PG MAN!!" I heard Hiro scream, causing Leon to break the kiss, sending him a death glare before gazing back at me.

"I love you (y/n). Always have and always will." he leant forward to whisper into my ear, his husky voice sent shivers down my spine. "And I know that you still love me too, don't ya dear?"

I wanted to throw his body off me. I wanted to step on that smug little face of his. I wanted to scream at him. Most of all I wanted to be able to disagree with him. But it was painfully obvious to me that these feelings of mine weren't going away any time soon.