[ i was about to say something like naegi lowering his head so daisuke can touch the ahoge but then i realized that daisuke is taller than him so goddammit why is naegi so tiny ]
Kyouko did say that I had... [ what was the term? ] ... "messier hair"? In her memories of me so maybe this is it?
Daisuke looks surprised. He's definitely more awake now. ]
You and Kyouko have memories of each other? [ He doesn't say that in a teasing manner. He just thinks that's... such a coincidence? What are the odds?? It's more because he doesn't recognize anyone here from his own memories, so there's that. ]
So this is your "true" hair... I thought you were wearing a wig for this hair antenna, but I can't believe it's real...
Have you tried wearing a headband to keep it down? Though I guess that gives you another problem... [ Headbands look weird with certain hairstyles.
Though Daisuke looks a little more relaxed now, but curious. He sits back down on the edge of his own bed and pats down the space next to him, inviting Naegi to sit. ]
[ he probably can't pull off the headbands look but this definitely gives him an excuse to wear his hood up more often but he goes over to sit down on the bed with daisuke ]
Well, I guess to start us off...
[ hmm, thinking back to what kirigiri mentioned when they talked about this. it might be smart to follow her lead ]
Does Hope's Peak or Super High School Level ring any bells to you?
Hope's Peak a prestigious high school in Japan that only accepts students who are the absolute top of their respective fields. So, for example, if you're the leader of a nationally adored idol group, you'd get accepted as the elite of that category and be titled the Super High School Level Idol. Or if the ace of Japan's champion high school baseball team would be accepted as the Super High School Level Baseball Player. It also offers free tuition and guarantees your success in life, but I don't know how true that last part is...
[ he didn't regain any knowledge about the school's long history and relationship with the government so ]
That's the school that Kyouko and I attended.
[ though he doesn't sound too cherry about that... ]
[ Daisuke freezes at the mention of the mutual killing game. It's not that he has any memories associated with that phrase, but the mere mention of it sends a chill down his spine. If it really was some sort of fictional anime, he wouldn't have a strong reaction like this, but the fact that it's mentioned in Naegi's memories really makes Daisuke worried for him and it shows plainly on his face. ]
That sounds... so twisted. And you don't remember it at all yet.
[ Seriously, that's so messed up. He recalls reading a book or watching a movie with a similar premise, but there's nothing more heartwrenching than those things coming to life.
He wonders if Naegi needs support as he talks about this, but he's not sure how to go about it... ]
[ naegi is... visually uncomfortable as he talks about this, avoiding eye contact as he looks downwards and being rigid in position. he hadn't done any better when he talked about this with kirigiri a few days ago and not knowing anything about this mutual killing game only makes him feel more unsettled by it. to not know what happened, if anyone actually died... it's chilling. ]
Kyouko's the one who brought it up and I trust her so I know she's not lying, but I don't remember any of the details of the game. I just know that we were apparently trapped in this school and in order to leave, we had to kill someone.
[ The more he listens, the more Daisuke feels concerned. The thought of Naegi killing anybody doesn't even register in his brain, but seeing people die... it must have been traumatic, even if Naegi doesn't remember yet.
He slowly extends his hand out and rubs Naegi's back in hopes that would comfort him just a little. ]
[ while it's small, the gesture is appreciated and it offers a bit of comfort. ]
... It's good that you don't remember Hope's Peak. I think it'd be better if we didn't share memories.
[ it's very reassuring and nice to have someone from the same world to make you feel like you're not alone but in this case... naegi is okay with having less people from his murdergame world ]
[ Daisuke continues rubbing Naegi's back. He heard that running hand through a person's hair also felt nice too, but that seemed awkward, especially in the current situation.
Instead, he sits up on the bed since his back was crouching a bit before. Posture, man. ]
... Well, Makoto. Look... I'm not gonna disagree with you, but think of it this way! They're only memories. Sure, it could have been you or someone with your identity, but you're you right now. And you're not in a dangerous place like that.
I know it's always easier said than done, but if you ever need help when you remember something really bad, I'll be here for you.
I'll even ask your uni friends for notes if you don't feel like going to class.
[ this... gets naegi to smile. normally he's on the other side of this, having to cheer up other people, so it's nice that he's on the receiving end. ]
... Yeah, you're right. What matters is I'm here now.
[ he sits up straight as well ]
It's still depressing to think about but I shouldn't let it get me down.
Yeah, I mean... It's fine to be sad about it. It's a natural reaction, you know, being sad when you remember something sad. Feeling happy when you remember something happy... Even if it weren't for these weird kinds of memories, it'd be the same for our regular ones, right? Like the time when we finally saved up enough money to buy our table, our real first purchase.
[ The oak table is truly a legend in this household. ]
You're like family to me! And it's important that we're here for each other. You have your friends too. Just remember that you're not alone and we'll be more than willing to help you! At least I will.
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Kyouko did say that I had... [ what was the term? ] ... "messier hair"? In her memories of me so maybe this is it?
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Daisuke looks surprised. He's definitely more awake now. ]
You and Kyouko have memories of each other? [ He doesn't say that in a teasing manner. He just thinks that's... such a coincidence? What are the odds?? It's more because he doesn't recognize anyone here from his own memories, so there's that. ]
So this is your "true" hair... I thought you were wearing a wig for this hair antenna, but I can't believe it's real...
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[ like how is he going to be taken seriously like this?? god he has his teacher's college interviews next year too... ]
But yeah, I think Kyouko and I are from the same world? It's actually one of the things I wanted to talk to you about if you have time.
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Though Daisuke looks a little more relaxed now, but curious. He sits back down on the edge of his own bed and pats down the space next to him, inviting Naegi to sit. ]
We have free time right now, so we can talk.
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Well, I guess to start us off...
[ hmm, thinking back to what kirigiri mentioned when they talked about this. it might be smart to follow her lead ]
Does Hope's Peak or Super High School Level ring any bells to you?
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I can't think of stuff like that from what I remembered. What are those? Especially the... second one.
[ If Naegi's hair wasn't anime enough, that title sure is. ]
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[ he didn't regain any knowledge about the school's long history and relationship with the government so ]
That's the school that Kyouko and I attended.
[ though he doesn't sound too cherry about that... ]
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[ He looks hopeful, but feels confused when Naegi doesn't look so happy about it. ]
... Were there bullies?
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[ since he does remember describing himself as being a really ordinary person among the elites but he doesn't remember what his talent really is ]
I can't remember if there were any bullies and I don't remember this at all but Kyouko mentioned...
[ suddenly getting really uncomfortable about this and there is def a few seconds of hesitation before he says anything ]
... something about a mutual killing game.
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That sounds... so twisted. And you don't remember it at all yet.
[ Seriously, that's so messed up. He recalls reading a book or watching a movie with a similar premise, but there's nothing more heartwrenching than those things coming to life.
He wonders if Naegi needs support as he talks about this, but he's not sure how to go about it... ]
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Kyouko's the one who brought it up and I trust her so I know she's not lying, but I don't remember any of the details of the game. I just know that we were apparently trapped in this school and in order to leave, we had to kill someone.
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He slowly extends his hand out and rubs Naegi's back in hopes that would comfort him just a little. ]
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... It's good that you don't remember Hope's Peak. I think it'd be better if we didn't share memories.
[ it's very reassuring and nice to have someone from the same world to make you feel like you're not alone but in this case... naegi is okay with having less people from his murdergame world ]
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Instead, he sits up on the bed since his back was crouching a bit before. Posture, man. ]
... Well, Makoto. Look... I'm not gonna disagree with you, but think of it this way! They're only memories. Sure, it could have been you or someone with your identity, but you're you right now. And you're not in a dangerous place like that.
I know it's always easier said than done, but if you ever need help when you remember something really bad, I'll be here for you.
I'll even ask your uni friends for notes if you don't feel like going to class.
[ You know, just to lighten the mood. ]
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... Yeah, you're right. What matters is I'm here now.
[ he sits up straight as well ]
It's still depressing to think about but I shouldn't let it get me down.
[ a genuine smile ]
Thanks, Daisuke.
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[ The oak table is truly a legend in this household. ]
You're like family to me! And it's important that we're here for each other. You have your friends too. Just remember that you're not alone and we'll be more than willing to help you! At least I will.