Danganronpa: String Theory (DrV3)

2.1 - Tolerance

A/N: The above art is my own work and for my own use only.

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Something tickles my cheek ever so gently, a light feathery thin and practically weightless touch that makes me frown slightly. I feel a soft breeze send a lock of my hair in a different direction, making me shift in my sleep to get in a more comfortable position.

It isn't until then that I realize I have my hair all over my face, prompting me to blink in confusion before reaching out to push myself up...off the grass...?

In a daze of sorts, I brush the curtain of hair out of my eyes, squinting at the darkness around me. The only light is from the main school building and the lights along the path, but there are some stars out that I can see when I look up at the sky through the large cage. Looking up at it, the sky still looks strange for some reason- maybe even more so now that it's night.

Nevermind that. How did I get outside in the first place? Why am I sleeping on the grass?

"Finally you're awakey-wakey~!"

I jump in surprise, but somewhat relax when I find Monophanie by my legs, lightly bouncing on her feet when I turn her way. Honestly, I probably shouldn't be too relieved to see it's just here. After all, these bears aren't to be taken lightly.

"When you passed out, we didn't think you'd be asleep for so long! It was very annoying watching you sleep. You're so ugly and you drool!" Monophanie accuses, prompting me to touch my chin and make sure it's clean. At that, she sighs. "No matter... I'm here to tell you that the consequences for your actions are still active! This time we only punished you a little bit. Next time...it will be much worse! And gory! I hate gore, but I'll stomach it if you're the one on the receiving end. On top of that...we won't just hurt you next time. We'll go after fighter girl or your hunky green boyfriend! Or even that purple boy you keep being nice to! So watch your step, Ugly~!"

Ugh...

I feel my body go somewhat slack as I manage a frustrated nod of understanding, watching Monophanie perk up and jump to her tiptoes in delight.

"Perfect! I'm glad we've come to an agreement so quickly! Feel free to return to your dorm room- the door should be open by now! The dining hall is closed after ten at night, so don't try and sneak in for a midnight snack past the late hours!"

...I'm glad I'm not hungry right now, since it's obviously past ten.

Monophanie continues, despite the fact that I flop over onto my back again when I'm unable to keep myself up in a seated position. She giggles a little at the sight, prompting me to make a bit of a face she ignores.

"Furthermore, this is a special 'monopad' juust for you! If you try to get rid of this thing, you'll regret it. If you try to show your extra rule tab to anyone else, you'll regret that too. Please remember to keep your special rules in mind before you go opening your mouth! Bye-bye, Ugly!" Monophanie gives a little dainty wave after setting down a tablet of sorts beside my arm, bounding away and leaving me to stay where I'm half sprawled out.

Eager to get up, I try again at climbing up to my feet. In the process, I sort of lose my balance and fall to a heap on the floor when my head starts to spin from the exertion. When I try a third time to no avail, I decide to just lay back again and pick up the monopad Monophanie left me.

Examining the item, I flip it around to see it's half white and half an assortment of the five colors the monokubs bear, having a glossy finish that makes it somewhat slippery due to its weight in my grip.