Rimi suggested a group of her friends go see the new zombie movie that is just released in theaters, and of course, Jiro is dragged along for the ride. What could go wrong on an innocent movie outing?

Hanasakigawa Academy
Class 2-A
Third Person POV

During lunchtime, Rimi was scrolling through her phone until she saw an advertisement for the new zombie that was coming out tomorrow. Excitingly told the others about her plan.

Rimi: There's this new zombie releasing tomorrow! Let's go!

Kasumi: I-i'm not really good with scary movies...

Kokoro: Why not? Scary movies sound fun to watch!

Misaki: I think you mean comedy movies are fun to watch... you what? Never mind...

Rimi: What if you all suddenly turn into zombies?

Kokoro: I'd still be friends with you! I'd love to be a zombie!

Misaki: Is she for real?

While Kasumi seemed terrified, Jiro came into the classroom as he was here to drop off some papers from the student council.

Rimi: Jiro-kun, Over here.

Jiro: Hello ladies, what's for lunch?

Rimi: Bento... with a Choco Cornet, of course.

Jiro: Typical Rimi.

Kasumi: Jiro-kun... tell Kokoron that zombies are scary!

Jiro: What's going on?

Misaki: Ushigome-san wanted to go see that zombie movie with her.

Jiro: Ah, yeah, I've seen the posters near Circle and the shopping street. It's being played at the mall theater, right?

Kokoro: Come with us, Jiro-kun, it will be so much fun!

Jiro: Hard pass...

Rimi: Aww, really, you won't go?

All of a sudden, Jiro noticed a red dot that seemed to be coming from a laser sight. From a building across the street, he saw Kokoro's Suit People aiming a rifle at his heart... along with the morse code for "Accept Miss Kokoro" or "else." He got the message... loud and clear...

Jiro: You what? On second thought, I'd love to go! That sounds like a blast! Haha....

Misaki: Huh? Why the sudden change of heart?

Jiro: Oh, you know... my schedule is not busy, and who am I to deny your invitation, yeah?

Rimi: Thank you, Jiro-kun!

As Jiro looked outside, he saw the suits withdrawing from the rooftop. His life was spare for now...

Kokoro: Great! Let's meet at the mall tomorrow at 6 pm!

Rimi: Can't wait for the zombies' blood and guts!

Kasumi: Nooooooo!

After school...
Student Council Room
Jiro POV

The school day continued as normal with a student council meeting at the end of the day. Sitting in his usual spot, Arisa served tea to everyone while Rinko read the news for the month.

Rinko: Many students are complaining that there is not enough variety in the cafeteria.

Arisa: I will talk to our supplier.

Rinko: Some students are required to stay after school, and some make it to school time.

Sayo: I will oversee it.

Rinko: Certain clubs are disputing clubroom availability, as well as the sports teams' use of the gymnasium.

Jiro: I will handle school club affairs.

Rinko: Lastly, we are nearing through the end of October, Should we set Halloween decorations around the school?

Sayo: I believe it is an acceptable proposition. Your thoughts, VP?

Jiro: Putting up seasonal decor will definitely bring up the spirits of the student body.

Arisa: Do we have any decorations in inventory?

Sayo: As far as I know, we don't... therefore we need to go out and buy them.

Jiro: Nothing fancy, just enough to decorate the halls and lobby.

Rinko: Ichigaya-san as treasurer, could you calculate the expenses?

Arisa: I already did. We will be spending at most ¥10,000. Well, within the budget.

Suddenly, we heard a knock on the door, to which I went to open, where Raana and Taki were standing on the other side.

Jiro: Hello girls, can we help you?

Taki: I just came to hand over the remaining surveys from the Kyoto Trip... she followed me.

Jiro: Thank you, Taki-chan.

Taki: Of course, Senpai.

Jiro: Was there something you need, Raana?

Raana: Trick or treat... give me sweets. *she held out a pillow case*

I went into the pantry to get the bag of mini exotic Kit Kats. I usually keep for guests. As I put one chocolate inside her bag, she looked at the bag and then back at me with cat eyes. Seeing this, I dumped all the chocolates inside Raana's pillow case. As she ran away with Taki following her, I looked back at the council, who were smiling at me, even Sayo.

Jiro: What's that look for?

Rinko: You way too generous.

Sayo: You gave that first year a whole bag of sweets.

Arisa: You're such a softie.

Jiro: Well, Kaname-san is a little different. Therefore, I've got to treat her with a little more care.

Rinko: That's really sweet of you.

Sayo: By the way... those Kit Kats will be coming out of your pocket...

Jiro: Of course they are...

Rinko: Alright, let's head out and but those decorations

We all exited the school grounds and made our way to department store where they specialize in selling holiday decorations. The department store had multiple levels, with the establishments' own decorations screaming it's Halloween. After grabbing all everything we needed from four different floors, we paid our bill and made our way back to Hanasakigawa, and as a gentleman, I offered to carry all the shopping bags. Dropping off the bag inside the council room, we all went our separate ways. Arriving at home, I noticed two extra pairs of shoes near the door, and upon entering the living room, Tomori was sitting on the couch drawing in her notebook.

Tomori: W-welcome home.

Jiro: You're here again?

Tomori: You don't want me here?

Jiro: I don't mind, but you know, won't your parents worry?

???: As long as you're here to be with her, I don't have to worry about anything...

Tomori: Mhmm...

The mature sounding voice I heard from my kitchen came from a lady who looked like an older version of Tomori with longer hair. her mother, most likely. She possessed this calming yet serious look, I'm still wondering how they got in my house.

??? Hikari Takamatsu, I take it you are Jiro Chisaka?

Jiro: Yes, ma'am. It's very good to make your acquaintance.

Hikari: What a polite greeting, Serika raised you well.

Jiro: You know my mother?

Hikari: We only had a few classes together, but we're friends.

Jiro: I see. Anyway, why are you in my house?

Hikari: Would it be alright if Tomori could live here with you and your sister?

Jiro: I'm surprised you would even entertain the idea.

Hikari: My daughter has told me all about you. Meeting you, I can see why she's loves her Senpai.

Tomori: Mom...

Jiro: U-uh, thank you... I try my best to be a nice guy, Ma'am.

Hikari: Oh, you can call me mother if you want.

Jiro: What?!

Hikari: I'm joking, dear. I'll have Tomori's belongings brought to your house. Please take care of my daughter.

Jiro: No problem, Mom...

As Tomori's mother exited my house, I looked back at Tomori, who was looking down.

Tomori: S-sorry to put this on you... I'm bothering you, aren't I?

Jiro: Didn't I tell you before? You can never be blamed for anything that happens to me.

Tomori: B-but...

Jiro: No, buts. Don't worry, you'll like it here.

Tomori: Okay...

Yomi came home to hear the news of our new housemate. She seemed worried at first but came around after a bit of persuasion... good thing I leveled up charisma. Tomori went home to help her mother collect her things. Therefore, she'll move in officially tomorrow. As for me, I've got a zombie movie to catch.

Timeskip...
The very next evening
Shopping Mall

The sun was already setting on his rather hot autumn evening. By the time I arrived to meet with Rimi and the others, the shops inside the mall were already closing. While walking towards the theater on the third floor, I ran into the idols of Pastel*Palettes.

Hina: Jiro-kun! *pulls me into a hug*

Jiro: Hey, Hina.

Chisato: Tch, Hina-chan, you can let him go.

Hina: But why? Hugging him is so boppin!

Eve: What brings you here, Jiro-san?

Jiro: I'm meeting with Rimi, Kasumi, Kokoro, and Misaki. We're going to watch that zombie movie.

Aya: Alright.. but all of you should leave the mall immediately after the movie.

Maya: Yes, just find the exit...

Jiro: What are you all being so cryptic all of a sudden?

Chisato: Just listen to us... go home immediately...

Jiro: Okay, we will, geez.

The colorful idol's demands stayed in the back of my mind as I bought my snacks. The others seemed worried about my troubled mood. I reassured them there was nothing to worry about. The movie played out as you would expect.

The plane crashed in the middle of nowhere, where a small town in distance provided some shelter. As the survivors huddle up in the abandoned town, many witness people shambling in the streets.

One by one, each survivor was eaten by the horde... and each night, the zombies got more aggressive. Even more scary thought is that the Undead remembered how to open doors and hear the heavy breathing of the living as they hid.

The movie ended with the loving couple sacrificing themselves by donating a make shift bomb near the nuclear pant... unfortunately, their actions only led to mutating the Undead Hordes.

After the movie had ended, the other viewers immediately made their way out of the mall, I remember Pasupare's words as Rimi, Kasumi, and Misaki gather at the lobby. I wanted to use the bathroom before we went off. After finishing my business, I noticed a pair of feet underneath the stall door. Come to think of it, seeing that gave me chills, not to mention the lights inside the restroom were dimmed. I quickly washed my hands and then reunited with the girls. As we began to talk about the movie, we saw a person standing near the entrance to the mall. It was hard to see since the lights were so dimmed, but she really looked strange to all of us.

Jiro: Oh my god... she's so drunk.

Everyone: Haha...

Misaki: How many you had ma'am?

Kasumi: Oh, she likes you, Jiro-kun.

Jiro: Shut up, haha.

Rimi: Guys... does she look like a...

Kasumi: No... it can't be...

???: Ughhhh, argh!

Jiro: We've got a problem...

Kasum: Ahhh! Asuka, save me!

Jiro: Kasumi! Damn it!

Suddenly, a whole horde of zombies started to emerge from doors in the immediate area. I quickly gathered the girls, and we made our way to the exit. However, the zombies scared Kasumi so much that she had to run off on her own. It's only Rimi, Misaki, and myself left. They seemed endless, and suddenly, the lights in the mall shut down. During the confusion, I got separated from Rimi and Misaki.

Rimi: Jiro-kun! Where are you!

Misaki: Can you hear us!

Jiro: Just go! Don't wait for me! I'll be fine!

I ran in another direction to see if I could exit through the department exit. As I thought I lost the horde, I hid inside a clothing store to catch my breath... as I rested inside a changing room, I heard a laugh.

???: Hue huee...

Jiro: That laugh can't be?

As I peeked slightly from the curtain, I saw Maya, who turned into a zombie. She shambles in the darkness... checking the changing rooms... I've got to think fast. I picked up a couple of hangers to throw as a distraction. While trying to quietly leave the area, I bumped into a rolling cart alerting Maya to my presence. I ran into a toy store where I found a toy gun... It's not like I'm gonna do anything with this...

???: Boppin... boppin...

I slowly tuned around and saw Hina standing at the register. Her head quickly jerked up, and she began to chase me. She was hot on my tail, I forgot Hina was very athletic, I did all I could to slow her down, to no avail.

Meanwhile...
Rimi POV

Misaki-chan and I were surrounded, I picked up a toy gun to defend ourselves. I was terrified, Jiro-kun was lost, I won't ever see my sister again, and I won't be able to eat another chocolate cornet ever again. I don't want to die... Misaki-chan saw a light coming from the exit. We ran as fast as we could. The zombies were closing in on us, with many more coming from the shops.

Misaki: Ushigome-san, keep running!

Rimi: I'm trying!

In the adjacent hallway, Jiro finally shook off Hina. However, I ran into a pink haired zombie... who was doing a finger gun gesture.

Jiro: If it isn't Aya Maruyama, always shuffling with gloomy colors!

Aya: Jiro... join us...

Jiro: Hard pass!

Eve: B-bushido...

Jiro: Oh, come on!

Zombie Eve suddenly appears on the other side of the hallway, cutting me off. I quickly juked to the side, avoided Aya's grab, and made a break for the end zone. As I reunited with Rimi and Misaki, we saw the whole horde in front with Chisato in the lead. I tried my best to open the exit. Unfortunately, the doors were locked shut... we all realized this was probably it.

Jiro: I'm sorry, girls... I tried.

Rimi: Jiro-kun... I'm scared.

Jiro: I'm scared, too...

Misaki: Well... this is it guys, see you on the other side.

As Chisato grabbed me with her face coming close to mine, I shut my eyes, waiting for the end... to my surprise, I felt a sensation on my lips... Chisato was kissing me, more like a make-out session with her tongue in my mouth... she was eating my lips if you would. The lights suddenly turned with the Idols of Pastel*Palettes saying surprise.

Pasupare: Surprise!!!

Rimi: What?!

Eve: It was all a prank!

Jiro: Chisato?!

Chisato: That was delicious...

Hina: Me next!

Jiro: Get back! I thought I was going to die back there.

Maya: Are you mad at us, Jiro-san?

Jiro: I'm sorry, I'm still processing what is going on...

Eve: Here's some water, Jiro-kun.

Jiro: Thank you.

Misaki: I got to admit, that was one heck of a prank.

Jiro: Is this what you meant by I should leave the mall immediately?

Chisato: We didn't want to involve you.

Jiro: Well, that ship has sailed.

Hina: Anyway, we recorded this to promote the movie!

Rimi: That's cool!

Misaki: That's creepy...

Jiro: You mean to tell me that you've got a recording of me screaming down the halls like a little girl?

Aya: Yup!

Jiro: Oh, Fuck me...

Chisato: I would love to.

Jiro: Not what I meant.

Maya: You all get a shopping mall voucher for participating!

Rimi: Thank you...

Misaki: Hey, where's Toyama-san?

Meanwhile, Kasumi was running back home screaming through the neighborhoods she passed. This wasn't my idea of a fun evening, oh well I've got free money basically. Note to self... never ever go see a horror movie again.

To be continued...

Authors Notes:

I'm heading back to Japan this January for a little relaxation from my busy schedule... so yay! The drama is not yet over, Jiro still needs to smooth things out with Soyo and learn about what happened with CRYCHIC...

Also, in the top 5 on the Bang Dream category, thank you all!

As always, thank you for reading.