(A/N: The chapter of episode 2 won't happen because Akira Tendou would still end up going to get Beer nonetheless and meet Shizuka Mikazuki at the 7-Eleven convenience store while Mordred Pendragon and (Y/N) (L/N) stayed behind in the apartment where they were staying along with Akira. So let's jump straight to episode 3.)

-No One's P.O.V-

After staying in Mordred Pendragon's apartment for a few days and waiting for the government's response, but no announcement was made which made the three of you (Akira/(Y/N)/Mordred) feel hopeless that help isn't coming. That is when Akira Tendou asks you two to pack things up because he wants to help out his best friend known as Kenichirou Ryuuzaki or his nickname "Kenchou". At first, you and Mordred would not comply, but knowing that the government would not come and help if the two of you stayed behind. So, you and Mordred decided to help Akira rescue his best friend on the way while packing things up before leaving.

Right now, Akira Tendo rode on a motorcycle that he had grabbed when he was trying to ride back home after he got his bicycle run over by a trick and met an athlete girl at a convenience store. You and Mordred rode on the same motorcycle and followed Akira to another city which is called Shinjuku. Not to anyone's surprise, Shinjuku was already overrun by zombies.

(Y/N): Shit, this place is overrun now...

Mordred: Yeah. *Looks at Akira* Akira, you sure your friend is around here?

Akira: *Optimistic Smile* Yup! Let's get going so we wouldn't just lie down and die!

Akira then revs up his motorcycle while Mordred does the same and you held on at the backseat of the motorcycle.

While driving to the location where Kenichirou was, you had a small flashback before all of this...

-Flashback-

Back in Mordred's apartment, you began to ask Akira while packing your things up along with Mordred.

(Y/N): *Curious* Hey Akira, what was your friend like before?

Akira: Ah, Kenchou and I went through a lot together during our four years in the rugby club. Kenchou was a handsome, smooth talker. But despite being popular, he'd go all-out to be the life of the party. He was my closest friend, just like you two.

Mordred: *Nonchalant* We'll take that as a compliment, I suppose. What happened to him after college?

Akira: After college? Oh yeah, he became a big-time real estate agent after college. With his natural talent for communication, things were smooth sailing for him at his job. Meanwhile...My soul was getting crushed in the gears of an exploitative corporation. So I didn't have the patience to listen to other people's success stories.

(Y/N): I see. However, just because your friend is talented in communication, it doesn't always mean he's perfect for the job.

Akira: *Confused* Eh? How so?

(Y/N): I mean, it takes a lot of skills to manage your job outside your adult life after college. It can be pressured if you already have the skills to do so.

Akira paused about what you had just said until Mordred spoke up.

Mordred: (Y/N)'s right. Realistically, just because you think that you can succeed just because you have skills, life will still throw lemonades at you in many unexpected ways. However, we all do what it takes to survive so we can live in this place whether cruel or gentle.

Akira: That's kinda deep, you two. But...thanks for the advice.

(Y/N): You're welcome.

-Flashback End-

Upon arriving at the address where Kenichirou was held up to which is a Hotel, the place was still overrun by the undead.

(Y/N): *Mutters* Hmm...as much as we would like to go through the horde with our Stands, we're going to be overwhelmed...

Akira: *Confused* Stands? You mean like from JoJo?

(Y/N): *Dismissively* N-No, it's nothing...!

Mordred: Anyways, how do we get through the horde?

Akira: Hmm...most likely the zombies are attracted to noise. *Looks over at the car* And I know just the thing...

(Y/N): What is it then?

Akira: (Y/N), get the rugby ball from my bag.

(Y/N): What for?

Akira: We can use the rugby ball that I have so we can use the tape and wrap it around the steering wheel inside so we can create a distraction.

Mordred: *Impressed* Now that's a good idea! (Y/N), come on!

(Y/N): On it! Akira, keep an eye out for zombies while we do this.

Akira: *Nods with a smile* Got it.

You grabbed the rugby ball and the tape out from Akira's bag until you and Mordred ran towards the abandoned car. Upon opening the car by Mordred, you placed the rugby ball on the honk as it began to create a loud noise. Mordred quickly used the tape and wrapped it around both the car steering wheel and the rugby ball.

Akira: Okay, let's hide!

Akira hides under the water. You grabbed a cardboard box and hid underneath it with an open hole that could be seen through. Mordred hides behind a bush with a concrete planter that could hide her whole body.

The three of you waited until you and Mordred saw the zombies get their attention on the car that was honking loudly and they all started banging on it.

(Y/N): *Whispers loudly* Now's our chance!

Mordred gets out of her hiding spot, you get out under the box, and Akira gets out of the water. However, the car caused an explosion which alarmed you three until all of you quickly went inside the Hotel where Kenchou was.

...

Upon entering the building, it was all a mess until the three of you entered a certain hallway. In front of you three was a tall man who had blue hair with his back turned. He was wearing a white long-sleeved shirt, black pants, and black leather shoes.

Mordred: (That must be Kenchou...)

Akira then reaches out to Kenichirou until he gets startled, thinking that one of the zombies is out to get him.

Kenichirou: Akira...*Looks at you and Mordred* and...you must be (Y/N) (L/N) and Mordred Pendragon, right?

(Y/N): *Polite* Yes, I'm (Y/N) (L/N).

Mordred: *Slightly raises hand* Mordred Pendragon, over here.

Kenichirou nodded in acknowledgment until he spoke back to Akira.

Kenichirou: You really came.

That is when...

Akira: Kenchou!

You and Mordred were alarmed by Akira's raised voice.

(Y/N): Hey, keep it down! We don't wanna cause more noise!

Akira: *Realizes* O-Oh right, sorry...

Akira then properly talks back to Kenchou in a calming voice but slightly raised.

Akira: You were right this whole time. I should have just quit a company like that. But instead of listening to your advice...I got jealous of how successful and happy you were. I got annoyed and took my anger out on you. Even though we're friends...*Raised his voice* I'm sorry! I really am! I'm sorry!

Akira sniffles after his outburst which causes you and Mordred to be more alarmed despite your warning to Akira to be quiet.

Mordred: *Quiet* You fool! Don't say it so loudly when there are zombies out there!

Akira: I-I'm sorry, you two...

Kenichirou: You...came all this way...just to tell me that?

Akira: I'm really sorry...!

Kenichirou: W-Well...How should I say this?

Kenichirou says with regret on his face while Akira is crying.

Akira: I should...

That is when the roars of zombies can be heard behind Kenichirou.

(Y/N): You've got to be kidding me!

Akira: I'm sorry! I shouldn't have shouted! Our only chance is to go up!

Akira then opens the door that leads to the rooftop of the Hotel until you, Mordred, and Kenichirou follow behind Akira.

...

Upon heading to the rooftop, Mordred quickly closes the door behind her as she begins to use all of her strength to try and block the zombies from coming inside. However, the zombies' strength was too much for Mordred to hold back.

Mordred: D-Damn...! Kenchou, I need your help!

Kenichirou: O-On it!

Kenchou then assisted Mordred in trying to block the door.

(Y/N): Akira! We have to find something to block the door!

Akira looks around until he sees an air conditioner machine(?) and says...

Akira: We can use these air conditioner machines to block it! There's plenty out here!

(A/N: I don't know what they're called.)

You nodded back in reply as you and Akira grabbed the air conditioner machines and began to carry them one by one to block the door.

Mordred: *Panting* Thanks...

Akira: No problem!

Kenichirou: *Panting* But that won't be enough...They'll get through soon!

Kenichirou begins to have an internal panic within him until he yells out...

Kenichirou: Urgh, dammit! What should we do, you guys?!

You and Mordred looked back at Akira until he said...

Akira: We jump.

(Y/N): *Shocked* What?! You're not asking for suicide, are you?!

Akira: No, not that! The next building over is close enough to leap across. We're in a hotel with high floors. Should be easy enough...

Kenichirou: No way...We can't make that distance! That's impossible!

Akira then kneels down and takes a running stance as if he is taking the dare to try to jump to the other building.

Kenichirou: Hey...Akira?

Akira: Guess we'll find out by jumping!

Akira says with determination as he begins running towards the edge of the rooftop and jumps as you, Mordred, and Kenichirou watch Akira make his way to the other side.

Mordred: *Surprised* Whoa, the bastard did it!

Kenichirou: A-Are you alright?!

Akira then raises his head up with blood leaking down from his head due to the impact.

Akira: How'd you all like that?!

Kenichirou: How do we like it?! You've got balls of steel, man!

Akira: *Beckons* Hurry up and get over here!

(Y/N): *Sigh* Guess we've got no other choice. *Serious* Come on, Mordred.

Mordred: *Grins* Heh, okay then!

Kenichirou: *Shocked* W-Wait, you two!

Without hesitation, you and Mordred begin to jump over to the other side of the building where Akira is, but you and Mordred use your Stands to boost your jumping to reach the other side of the building.

(A/N: How you did it:

(A/N: How Mordred does it:

Akira: *Happy grin* Yeah! You two made it!

(Y/N): *In Pain* Y-Yeah...my feet hurt a little bit, but I'll be fine.

Mordred: *Also in Pain* Ugh...Same here...

Akira: Come on, Kenchou! You can make it!

Akira says in a cheerful tone until Kenichirou looks down at the edge and sees that the hotel was clearly a high drop from above.

Kenichirou swallows and steps back which catches your attention.

Akira: Kenchou?

Mordred: Is something holding you back?

Kenichirou: Akira...I know you and your friends came all this way to save me, but I'm sorry.

This confuses you, Akira, and Mordred until you speak up to Kenichirou.

(Y/N): What? You're not seriously giving up are you?

Kenichirou: *Regretful* Y-Yeah...I don't think I can jump that. Before the end, there's something I want to tell you, Akira. The truth is...I didn't enjoy my job at all.

You, Akira, and Mordred were surprised by Kenichirou's confession.

Kenichirou: Day after day, I had to smile at people while lying to their faces. I tricked them into bad contracts. The praise from the higher-ups, the company's acknowledgment...The gorgeous models I dated...Dining out with big-time politicians and famous athletes...didn't make me happy at all.

That is when Kenichirou starts crying his eyes out while yelling out his feelings.

Kenichirou: Hey, Akira! I was just showing off! I was just lying to myself to feel less empty inside. So, I pretended like I was having fun. I was a horrible person...always bragging! I'm the one who needs to say I'm sorry! I really am! I'm sorry!

You and Mordred looked over to Akira until you saw him make a smile...

Akira: Well, that makes sense. That fun-loving panache of yours always came through to make sure we were all having fun!

(Y/N): *Supportive* He's right! Even if you don't like your job and have fun, there are always fun things in the zombie apocalypse and there are no people who can control you!

Mordred: *Grins* That's right! What is it that you truly wanted other than your lame job?!

Kenichirou was taken aback by the hopeful words coming from you, Akira, and Mordred.

Kenichirou: I wanted a job where I could sincerely entertain my clients. I actually...wanted to be a stand-up comic!!

Kenichirou's echoed scream can be heard around the city until Akira speaks up with a grin.

Akira: In that case...Just quit already and become on right now!

Mordred: *Pumps her fist up energetically* Yeah! Come and join us!

(Y/N): *Beckons* Come on, big boy! You'll have loads of fun with freedom!

Kenichirou felt the positivity awakened within him while sniffling.

Akira: Take it from me! You should always listen to your friends when they give you advice. If you're a stand-up comic, get ready and show us you can jump that distance!

(Y/N): Come on, you comedian boy! If you wanna live, then come jump towards us!

Mordred: We'll catch you if you can make it with your rugby athlete skills!

Kenichirou wipes the tears off his face as he says "Y-Yeah!" before taking a few steps back until he makes a run for it and jumps towards you three at the other side of the building.

It was the most majestic moment until Kenichirou took off his clothes in mid-air and was now fully naked.

(Y/N): *Shocked*

Mordred: *Shocked*

Akira: Bwahahaha!!

Kenichirou then grins but then stops in mid-air until he eventually reaches the other side and grabs onto the ledge holding on for dear life.

Kenichirou: H-Hey, guys! Give me a hand!

(Y/N): *Baffled* Jeez, dude! Was that part of your charm or something?! Here, I got you!

Mordred: *Sigh* Give me a break...I'll help out!

Both you and Mordred reached over the edge and lifted up Kenichirou's arms to join you three.

Akira: S-Sorry! Sorry! *Regains his breath from laughing* Anyways, are you okay?

That is when Kenichirou held his crotch and groaned in pain.

Mordred: *Concerned*Whoa, you good, dude?

Kenicihrou: *Lifts his head up in pain* I scraped...my balls!!

-Mini Time Skip-

Later, the four of you unpacked your things on the rooftop to have a good time.

Akira: I didn't expect you to cry out like a baby. And buck naked too...

(Y/N): *Sigh* Seriously, Mordred and I were not expecting that...

Mordred: Yeah, what was that all about?

Kenichirou: *Grins* Hehehe, sorry about that~! It was highly sophisticated new material, inspired by my rebirth as an entertainer.

(Y/N): For real? No wonder you and Akira get along well.

Akira: *Nods with a smile* Yeah, we do get along well.

Mordred: So basically, you just do naked jokes with each other?

Kenichirou: Nah, it's mostly me doing all that stuff. However, I'll be doing that more often from here on. *Scratches the back of his head* Oh, and I'd really like to stand on a stage.

(Y/N): *Giggles* Hehe, I hope you do make some good jokes in the future.

Kenichirou: *Smiles* Thanks, (Y/N). *Turns over to Akira* Hey, do you have any connection from work?

Akira: *Ignorant* Work? What's that? I've never done it.

Kenichirou: Who's the one who worked like he was going to die from working at an exploitative company?!

Mordred: *Laughs* Ahahaha! I'm sure we'll all just try our best to forget the past of our old life recently.

Kenichirou: Yeah. *Speaks to Akira* Anyway, you were seriously amazing today! Guys who quit their jobs, drop everything, and move on with their lives...*Raises his Beer can* tend to be really successful later on. Like entrepreneurs or artists...You might even be...the guy who saves us all from the zombie infection.

Akira pauses for a few moments until you begin to stand up to which the group took notice.

Akira: Where are you going, (Y/N)?

(Y/N): Don't mind me. Just gonna look out the city scenario.

Kenichirou: *Smiles* Okay then. Do your thing, little man.

(Y/N): *Rolls eyes* I'm literally at the start of my twenties as a young adult during my third semester.

Kenichirou chuckles at your remark until you walk away and lean your body on the railings of the rooftop, leaving your group to chatter with each other.

You look at the desolate city in front of you caused by the zombies and you begin to think to yourself.

(Y/N): (Hmm...I can't recall the last time what the city was like previously before all this happened. But I do wonder...what is the cause of the outbreak itself? Some questions remain unsolved...yet.)

You finished your thoughts with a deep exhale until you felt a gentle smack from your right butt cheek. You turned to see Mordred with a grin on her face. You smiled at her playful antics until you asked...

(Y/N): Something you need?

Mordred: Oh, nothing. Just wanted to give you company.

(Y/N): Is that so? I guess it's fine.

Mordred then leans her body over at the railing until she speaks up to you.

Mordred: I wonder if we can try to revert things back to the way it was...

Mordred's words surprised you for a bit until you replied with...

(Y/N): Dunno, Mordred. Old life may be boring and we still haven't graduated. But in the zombie apocalypse, anything is possible as long as we can still survive out here until we die or turn into one of them.

Mordred: That's what I thought, too.

The two of you stayed silent while looking up at the stars above you both and feeling the gentle wind breezing through you both. That is when Mordred breaks the silence...

Mordred: (Y/N)?

(Y/N): *Looks at her* What is it?

Mordred had a light blush on her face before she turned away and said...

Mordred: I-It's nothing...

You raised an eyebrow in confusion. You had a feeling that she was hiding something but decided not to pry into it.

(Y/N): We should get some sleep. Tomorrow's another day for us.

Mordred: Yeah...

...

(A/N: That's that~! Stay tuned for more~!)