Kokichi trudged along the corridor after his small interaction with Saihara. The small, satisfied smile stayed plastered wide onto his face before he paused. Looking up was Miu Iruma, about to pass by Ouma with a grin. The inventor was about to say something once she had noticed he was staring at her but Kokichi quickly rushed pass her, continuing his walk down the corridor. "Weird..." She stated, her head pointed towards the direction of where she was going before she heard Gonta giving her a small greeting. You know... Kokichi did wonder sometimes if his old attachment to Kaede has faded out just yet.

Shuichi wasn't planning on leaving his room anytime soon. He just didn't feel the need or motivation to go out there anymore... There was just no point. If he has already- 'interacted' with Ouma today, then there was nothing left he wanted to do but just stay here and isolate himself. Out of nowhere, Monokuma popped up from beside the detective who rested beside his bed and yelled, "Detective Saihara!" In his ear. Shuichi jumped slightly at the sudden noise and turned his head as he was about to stand up, "M-Monokuma? I..." He trailed off as he gave the bear a strong glare. The robot himself didn't care about the look he was receiving and continued on. "Gym, at dawn. Come alone or you'll be punished~" About to open his mouth, the bear had already disappeared. Leaving Saihara alone with his thoughts.

"What do you think it could be about?" Shuichi mumbled slightly, still audible for Kokichi to hear. With the smaller holding up his arms in a resting position, he leaned his head back slightly and smiled. "Monokuma wouldn't kill you, you know. That would be against the school rules," He said in a cheery tone, "Probably will want to traumatise you though." Ouma said in a nonchalant manner. The detective shivered slightly and looked up at the camera. Fears of the worst slipped into his mind and he immediately stopped walking. Kokichi noticed this and looked up at the male appearing confused. "...Shuichi?"

Looking into the camera felt as though he were peering into someone's soul. But, who was he staring at? Out of nowhere, a soft hand wrapped around his and Kokichi later snapped Shuichi out of it. "Silly detective... Your so cold and harsh sometimes, but I'm sure you'll be fine in the gym." His words would have soften Shuichi's heart. If it weren't for the... Overwhelming feeling of fear he was beginning to notice. "Huh, Shuichi?" Turning around, the astronaut's eyes met his. "Dude, you're finally out of your room?" It was silent for a few seconds, but Maki, who was standing beside Kaito said, "...I suppose Kokichi brought you out here?" The smaller male's expression was blank, so was Shuichi as the two were blank before he said, "Yep! I missed my beloved so much that I needed him to come out." A blush covered Shuichi's cheeks and Kaito giggled at this yet Maki rushed to walk off, dragging Kaito along with her. "Come on... I'm still hungry, you know." It wasn't even lunch yet.

And soon enough, Shuichi found himself in front of the gym doors at dawn. Just like Monokuma had requested. The dreading gut feeling in his stomach wouldn't leave, and he despised it.
Reality kicked in, and he was soon in front of the doors. Holding a monotone expression, yet his insides shook with fear. He clenched his fists before finally opening the doors and-
Flicking through the footage, a sigh was heard. "My poor, little detective..." Zooming into the male, a smirk had appeared. Saihara continued walking down the hallways, seemingly tired yet excited. That was until... He finally stopped by, peering up at the door that was creaked slightly opened. "I'm sure you'll love me even more, though~" Now, the chilling smile was even more apparent. As the cold detective stared down emotionlessly at the body, of the astronaut who once knew the beauty of the stars hidden within the skies.
"A body has been discovered!" Retreating quickly to check who the victim was, others searched for clues while some took time-out to refrain from that scene. A door soon opened and a certain purplenette appeared. With a smile, Kokichi suddenly jumped at the feeling of arms around him.

"Were you waiting for me outside my dorm?" Giving no response, Shuichi simply buried his head deeper into the smaller scarf. 'I won't... Let you go.' The detective thought to himself, remembering the body of his so-called friend. 'I won't let you end up like that.' The other appeared confused by his actions before patting his back. Soon enough, Kokichi and Shuichi were walking together. Talking about the clues that they had found and prepared themselves mentally for the trial. 'This is annoying...' Those words popped up into Ouma's mind. 'Why can't he just-' Looking up upon feeling Saihara grab his shoulder, he paused to look up at the detective before facing in front of him. The edges of his lips curled up, revealing a large sinister smile. That was when he saw Monokuma. The one who left a little... Surprise for him.

"You two lovebirds have been hanging around each other a lot lately, hmm?" The bear piped up, giggling whilst ignoring Shuichi's threatening glare. "Awe, you think so?" Kokichi responded, his violet orbs staring back. "Sure I do! Say, have ya' kids done anything... Further than kissi-?"
"Let's go, Kokichi." The smaller male felt his arm get tugged. "H-Hey!" Ouma protested, with the bear staring back mildly confused with a slight hint of anger. "Saihara-kun! As your headmaster, I demand you apologise!" Shuichi remained unfazed. "There will be consequences unless you turn around right now...!" The bear warned the detective, who dragged along the purplenette who remained giggling at his temper.

"Stupid bear... Always making empty threats." Shuichi mumbled under his breath, in which Kokichi looked up at the taller with an empty expression.