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Dream's POV

Lunch ended with Karl saying his goodbyes to everyone, I just gave them waves goodbye. As I observed them throughout lunch I learned a few things, mainly through conversation but there were a few non-verbal cues that happened during lunch. I understood that George and Sapnap did not like Techno, from the small snide remarks to the death stares across the table whenever he spoke, which was very rare.

I understand that Punz and Foolish were like protectors, Punz protected George and Sapnap while Foolish was protecting Fundy. As for the conversation observations, Fundy thinks he is more important than anyone, Wilbur has many quick thoughts and historical lessons he liked to implement into the conversations. Sapnap seemed to only add to the conversation when it could get the most backlash from those around him. George wasn't much better, he either added little to nothing to the conversation or could change the whole topic. Techno was the most peculiar out of the group, he chose his words carefully, as if he was staying on guard from everyone. Niki was the quietest next to Techno, many of the participants in the conversation would just talk over her or ignore the small notes she had for the conversation.

I had to make a mental note to write these things within my notebook, small observations can come in handy within the near future.

Once they all left Karl and I went to our next class which happened to be with Schlatt, he was happy to see us back so soon but kept it professional around the other students. The class was at 1:30 and my next one was at 4 so I went to the library, and Karl accompanied me.

"Make sure to play nice Dream," I knew the reason behind his words. I gave him a nod, but his next words pushed me out of my silence. "I mean nice Dream, we're going to play the game this time. I don't think we can divulge as much information without playing." I felt the annoyance bubble into my veins at his meaning of 'nice' and the understanding that we would be playing the worst game.

"Don't worry, I can handle it. I'm not you Karl, I won't suck up like that but I will be their nice friend." I watched his mouth turn into a smirk, he nodded and looked at the clock on his phone, it seemed it was time for him to go. His quick goodbye was reciprocated on my end. As he left the words rang into my head.

Nice friend

Those words filled me with so much annoyance and dread. I hated having to give into their little game of fake friendship and formalities. But I loved the feeling of watching them slowly trust you, feed you information, send you their deepest secrets. All while you begin to slowly extort the information against them.

These thoughts filled my head, I smirked at the thought of the trust breaking when this was all over. I looked around the library, my usual seat on the second floor of the library, it wasn't a secluded spot in the corner of the library but no one ever came to this table, it was in the historical war section, mentally that made me think of both Techno and Wilbur. I would have to observe them later to see if they are interested in these types of books. After spending some time in the library I had to go to class.

Karl informed me I apparently had class with George and Techno. With my luck I was one of the last students in the classroom and the only open seats were in the front or next to Techno, I chose Techno over the front; The day I sit (willingly) in the front is the day I marry a female; when I moved towards the seat next to Techno he gave me a small smirk.

"Do you mind?" I whispered at him, his eyes drifted over to me as his amusement grew on his face. I felt like I was being taunted like prey being surrounded by their predator. As the prey tried to escape the predator would slowly cut off his life lines watching as the prey fell into the trap.

"Mind what?" I knew he could tell what I was asking, the ignorance he gave me, that was a mistake on his part, I don't play games like this but I had to play this one. I had to play his little game in hope of information. That's what made me so pissed.

I felt my face contort into the best half assed smile I could manage. "If I sit here?" The words were almost friendly but I knew they were filled with the venom of the idea of having to play nice.

"Why not it's a free country." Internally I scowled, he was using my own words against me. All for this playful game of banter. I sent out a small huff as I pulled out the seat and noticed an occupant inhabiting the seat already. I knew he wanted to get a rise out of me but I smiled internally. I can play this game too.

As I sat on his book bag which took up the seat I placed my bag onto the ground, out of the corner of my eye I could see his face show utter surprise and horror at his thought of me sitting on his bag.

"Uhh?"

"What? Is there a problem? You said it was a free country?" I feigned innocence at his questioning surprise. He seemed to snap out of his shock as I kept the forced smile on my face. I knew from practice it looked like I was playing around and enjoying my time. Techno may have the poker face down but he won't ever stand a chance against all of my facades, he will never be able to see the danger in front of him.

"I did, didn't I, but do you mind moving for a second so I may grab my bag?" I couldn't believe he still had this smirk on his face but Karls words rang within my head. 'Play nice' I sat up a bit and felt the bag disappear from beneath me. As I sat down the words rolled off my tongue with pure innocence.

"Oh sorry I didn't notice this earlier, my bad." My tone held underlying sarcasm, but didn't wipe that stupid grin off his face, in fact it made it grow. This was the only person who I have ever seen to get me so pissed off just by their face. I wanted to see the fear and betrayal in his eyes as I used my information about him against him. After all he was never going to realize I wasn't going to be his prey, he was going to be mine.

Once class had started Techno didn't try to talk to me again, Schlatt had very little to offer on the first day, he always tended to stick with the introduction of the syllabus and his infatuation with cats. I had zoned out for the class, zoning back in when Schlatt was giving his final words and closing remarks. That was enough for me, I packed up my stuff and tried to exit the room as quickly as possible. There was no need for me to stay longer than I needed to, besides I had to go over what new information I had and what information Karl had picked up during the day. As eager as I was to leave, Techno seemed to have other ideas.

"Dream, wait up." I did stop and felt my shoulders sag at his voice, I turned around with a small smirk. His pink hair seemed to glow under the old LED lights of the classroom. Pink hair...

"What do you want, Pinky?" I saw his eyebrow raise, he looked tense and scanned my face. I felt I hit a nerve. Good. I noticed it paused his thinking for a second but he was quick to hop back into the conversation.

"Pinky?" He questioned with a smirk, but I could hear the stiff tone he had when he repeated the name. That made me relax, I could still get to him. I will give him props though, he hides it well.

"What do you want?" I ignored his question and continued in my pursuit until the end of this conversation. I wasn't going to indulge him more than I needed to, besides I already promised Karl I would be back at a certain time. He always hates when I waste time.

"I just wanted to walk with you." Now it was my turn to go stiff, I knew it would be a good idea for information but could I really put on this façade long enough to get back to my dorm. I weighed the options for a second before giving a slight nod and let him finish packing up his stuff.

I was skeptical of his reasoning but I knew better than to voice my thoughts and doubts. We walked in silence, it wasn't necessarily uncomfortable but like earlier it was just silent. The problem was I had to get back to the dorm for the night, which meant I had to get rid of Techno. Fate seemed to be calling my name when his phone rang. I tried to listen into the conversation but their voices were too quiet for me to hear. So much for information.. I took out a sticky note and used my pen to write a message, I can't burn the bridge yet. I handed him the note and walked off into one of the side ally's that led to the dorm building I was in.

Entering the dorm building I went up the stairs until I saw the same crusty door of the apartment. I went inside happy to be home, Karl was on the couch, scrolling through his phone. "How was your day?" I asked to walk towards our mini kitchen; it was really just a sink, coffee machine, mini fridge and two portable stoves for ramen; which tended to be most of our dinners when we were studying late.

"It was good, are you going to tell me what happened before lunch today?" I threw my bag down on the counter and rolled my shoulders, giving them a good stretch. I felt he had already had an idea but I gave no mind as I moved towards the coffee maker.

"Do you want some coffee?" I felt Karl rolling his eyes but still gave me a thumbs up from the couch. There was a long silence as we waited for the coffee. I brought the coffee over in our respectable mugs. He smiled, I sat down on the couch next to Karl and curled up in a blanket.

"So?"

"So, I just had a weird interaction with Techno. When we were walking to the diner I saw Techno looking at me, then he kept staring at me during lunch which was worse. It was like he was interested in me."

Karl nodded and took a sip of his coffee, he placed his cup down and smiled at me. "You shouldn't pass up on that opportunity, I mean think of how much information you could dig up if he likes you plus I bet he's really good in bed which mean you could have a great fuck-" I hit him with a pillow before he could finish that sentence. I know he is just teasing but deep down I did have to agree, it was a good way to get information plus he does seem like he would be great in bed.

"While I agree with you from observation, that will never happen," I felt a small blush crawl up my neck all while Karl was laughing his ass off at me. "Also you have no room to talk, what's going on with this simping for that Sapnap guy?" Karl stopped laughing as his face was overtaken with a wide smirking smile, he cleared his throat to gain back his composure.

"He's hot, can you blame me? Anyways, unlike you, I think I can use it to get me even more information, so what if I have to flirt a little. In all seriousness, don't become obsessed with information. Have a little fun with them, I mean you could definitely get some use out of them... other than information. You are one of the hottest guys I know, so if there happens to be a really hot guy who might be interested in you, you should look into it." I shook my head. This was not how I planned on using them at all, but the thought didn't fully disagree with my heart.

"But he's so annoying, I barely can stand his face. He seems like an ignorant asshole who is just in it for fun. But you are right about how hot he is. I'll think about it." Karl laughed at my small resolution. I found myself laughing at it with him.

"Right, now let's talk about what we learned today." Karl patted my back before standing up and taking the cups into the kitchen. I stayed on the couch for a few more minutes before he came back. That's when we began a long conversation about the people we had met today.

Technoblade's POV

'Dream...What an odd name.' I sat down at my desk and let out a sigh, my face had changed into a small smile. I saw the door to my office open, Phil popped his head inside and I quickly sat up hiding my feelings behind the monotonous mask.

"Ok. Techno what is wrong with you?" Phil asked, "You had a smile on your face and you usually never smile and your head is in the clouds." Phil was leaning on the doorway, waiting for my answer. I felt disappointed I was caught.

"It's nothing...I just-" I looked into his eyes and saw the dead-panned expression he held. I knew that look from my childhood years, the look he gave you when he heard bullshit being sprung from your mouth.

Phil waited a second before repeating, "You just?" I looked him in the eyes and that motherfucker smirked at me, it's like he already knew.

"I just met someone interesting" Phil gleamed, I threw a stapler at him but he ran out the room before it could hit him and just hit the door with a thump. I scoffed and looked down mindlessly at my papers before I threw them down with an aggravated huff. I pulled out the sticky note from earlier and fiddled with it in my lap.

'I won't interrupt you but I have to go home.

Goodbye, see you tomorrow'

Dream, what have you done to me?

*Updated*