>higanbana
>implying this is a redemption
Fuck you.
You know I haven't read that.

Anyway before we start I'm laying down one more condition.
Since you get to redeem your name if you win, if you lose then you shall receive an even greater punishment.

Along with keeping your current name I'll have you post the Kinjosuxs image and saying in red "I rabu meta~" every day on Sunday for three months!

Do you accept the conditions?

>>8902
I accept!~

Is there anything else, or shall we begin?

>>8903
That's all lets start this game.

>>8904
[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zL22Lbz8v0k]

...Spider Lily High.

This was the place Ozaki had recently been assigned to teach at. ...No, this was the place he had decided to teach at by his own accord.

Apparently there had been an opening in the spot for a science teacher. And having just gotten his degree, Ozaki couldn't have been more excited.

He quickly applied for the position to teach here, and he was also quickly accepted. He had spoken with a representative of the school a few weeks ago, and more recently he was informed via phone of his acceptance.

...October 4th, 1993, would be the starting point for Ozaki's career at Spider Lily High. He approached the building, taking glances at the happy, carefree children running around, and entered the main hall.

High school is an interesting time. It's a time where kids don't have to worry too much. Sure, there are some hard subjects here and there, but with friends, they're not very hard at all.
All of these kids had friends. Just by looking, one could tell that much. This was a truly happy school, and it made Ozaki happy to be selected for position of science teacher.

It's 7:30 AM. Ozaki had arrived here knowing that there is a staff meeting in the staff room at 8:00 AM sharp. What will he do?

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>>8905

"Well it looks like I have some time until the meeting. I think I'll look around a bit before heading there."

I enter the school and make my way to the art room.

>>8906
The art room is devoid of any people.

It must be too early to be doing any art....

Inside are many desks, along with a wide array of arts and crafts supplies. Easels, paint sets, sculptures and sculpting tools can all be found in here. It even seems a few paintings drawn by the students are set aside for viewing.

It's 7:35.

>>8907
"Well then, I shouldn't waste all my time then."

I leave the art room and head up to the second floor. I then check the science lab A."

>>8908
The science lab also contains no students.

There are several large desks. Each desk has a faucet and bunsen burner attached. There are numerous cabinets, all clearly locked. According to the labels, each cabinet must contain some scientific equipment, whether it be for physics, biology, or chemistry class.

Several potted plants can be seen decorating the counter-tops as well. A skeleton dummy stands in the corner of the room.

It's 7:40.

>>8909
I take a look at the potted plants and check the detail on the skeleton dummy.

>>8910
Dozens of potted plants of various kinds sit along the counter-tops. Azalea, Thistle, Daffodil, Oleander, Petunia, Chrysanthemum... the labels each read different names, some so exotic that only a biology major could correctly identify them.

The skeleton dummy seems, to your knowledge of human anatomy, fairly accurate. However, it also seems as though it was broken and pieced back together. The damage to it seems negligible now, in any case.

It's 7:45.

>>8911
"I expect as much from a high school skeleton. However this assortment of plants is rather impressive." I think to myself.

I leave the classroom and check Lab B.

>>8912
This science lab is mostly the same.

However, this room lacks a skeleton dummy, and there seem to be even more cabinets in its place. A blackboard is also in the room, although there are still many plants as well as desks with faucets and bunsen burners nearby.

It's 7:50.

>>8913
I decide I have looked around enough and head to the staff room.

>>8914
[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H4ZcrqoVw60]

Upon entering the staff room, Ozaki saw a large group of adults gathered inside. They all turned to see him as he entered the room. A particularly rotund man then approached him.

"Oh, you must be Ozaki Toshio-san! Just in time for the staff meeting! Ohohohoho..."

The man laughs for a bit. After calming down, he continues.

"Pleased to meet you. You may call me the Headmaster, as I am the principal of Spider Lily High."

Another, significantly thinner man approaches Ozaki, introducing himself as well.

"I am the Vice Principal. Pleased to meet you. We sincerely hope you enjoy working as a science teacher at our school."

>>8915
"Likewise, it's a pleasure. I'm really happy to be here I and I cant wait to get started."

>>8916
One by one, the other adults in the room began to introduce themselves to Ozaki.

"...I am Kanamori Yoshihito, prestigious homeroom teacher."

" Azami, Japanese teacher. Couldn't you tell by my clothing?"

"Renoir, art teacher. I'm also new here myself, so let's along, okay?"

"Shintani Nafumi, art teacher. Renoir is my understudy. But he knows enough to teach a few classes."

"Izanami, physical education teacher and coach of the undefeated track team!"

"Hameln, music teacher. My favorite instrument is the castanets!"

"And I am the the nurse of the infirmary. Just call me 'Nurse', if that's alright."

All of them bowed at the same time, politely smiling toward Ozaki.

>>8917
I return the pleasantries with introducing myself and wait for the next step for the meeting.

>>8918
"Well then! Now that you are all introduced, I have something to give you, Ozaki-san. This is your Teacher's Key. The Teacher's Key can lock and unlock any classroom's door in the school.

However, it cannot unlock every door. There are certain rooms which only have one key, such as the security room and the supplies room. There are not many, but all of those keys can be found in this box."

The Headmaster pointed to a box on a desk nearby, and opened it. Inside were several keys labeled appropriately.

"The Teacher's Key cannot open those rooms. When your class plan requires you to open one of those rooms, please ask for my permission before taking the key from this box. Of course, using another teacher's key without their permission is against school policy... Any questions?"

>>8919
"Actually I do have one. When would it be necessary to enter the security room or the supplies room? I have an idea to what may be in each but it would help if I know exactly what one would find."

>>8920
"Ohoho... You've seen that giant gate outside, haven't you? The security room opens and closes it. It automatically closes the gate at 11 PM each night, to preserve school security. During an emergency, it might be useful to go there.

As for the supplies room, a variety of materials are inside. Whether it's for science, art, PE, or drama, all materials are housed inside that room. If you have any creative ideas for class lessons, going to the supplies room might be helpful."

>>8921
"Alright I understand, thank you."

I inform them I no longer have any questions and I wait for progression.

>>8922
[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JnYv49EALzY]

"...Ozaki-san. I have the honors of giving you your class schedule:"

8:50 - 9:40; Class 3-A
9:40 - 10:45; Class 3-B
10:45 - 11:35; Class 2-C
11:35 - 12:30; Class 2-A
12:30 - 1:55; Lunch
1:55 - 2:40; Class 2-B
2:40 - 3:35; Class 3-C

"I will be teaching homeroom in Class 3-A for the next twenty minutes. So please come back by 8:50. ...Naturally, you probably won't even teach science on the first day. It's best to get to know the students in each class before teaching them the subject material. That's how I became successful with my own classes."

Ozaki is now free to do as he pleases until 8:50. What shall he do?

>>8923
"Thank you for the advice. I will make sure to do so"

After thanking him I leave the staff room and head to the library.

>>8924
Luckily, there is a clock in the library. It seems not every room has one.

It's 8:35 AM.

No students are inside, as this is currently homeroom time. Any student skipping class would surely get in trouble.

There are several large tables surrounded by chairs, in addition to the countless rows of bookshelves lining the walls. The vast amount of knowledge contained within this single room is staggering.

>>8925
I quickly gaze over the mystery section to see what the collection is like.

>>8926
Soji Shimada, Edogawa Rampo, Seicho Matsumoto, Seishi Yokomizo, Akimitsu Takagi, Shizuko Natsuki...

They all seem to be Japanese writers. Probably a disappointment to any Western mystery fans.

It's 8:40.

>>8927
"Oh good I only have read some of Shimada's work. This should keep me busy for a while."

Before heading to Class 3-A I take a peek in the infirmary.

>>8928
Upon going to the infirmary, Ozaki sees the Nurse inside. She seems to be doing some paperwork at her desk. She fails to notice Ozaki's presence.

Out of the corner of his eye, Ozaki spots a doll in a red dress sitting on top of a medicine cabinet.

However, he decides it is best to head to Class 3-A, and he does so...

>>8929
Ozaki arrived back at Kanamori's classroom. The students all seemed to be talking amongst themselves, as though there was nothing better to do...

After doing the usual homeroom routine, Kanamori made an additional announcement.

"...Class, I would like to introduce you to your new science teacher, Ozaki-sensei! Please treat him with utmost respect!"

The classroom quickly fell silent the moment Kanamori raised his voice. All of the students focused their attention to their new teacher, Ozaki-sensei.

"Good luck, Ozaki-san."

...But as soon as Kanamori left the room, Ozaki could hear the whispers of the various students.

"This is our replacement teacher?!"
"Doesn't he know what happened to the last one?!"
"I wonder if he'll be much better..."

Soon enough, the classroom began to erupt in an overwhelming amount of noise... No lesson could be taught with this many students talking.

>>8930
I write my name on the board in the top corner and face the class. I raise my voice to the level Kanamori had done and talk to the students.

"Alright class, as Kanamori-sensei has said I am your new science teacher starting today. This is my first teaching job however I feel that with your help we can all get along, so lets work together alright?"

Continuing I add, "Alright so first thing is first, introductions. Starting from the back and going down each row I would like for you to introduce yourself. If you wish to add anything about yourself feel free to do so, or just your name will suffice."

>>8931
The students all continued to talk amongst themselves, totally ignoring Ozaki's words. Some even began to throw paper airplanes across the room, while others threw their legs on their desk, falling asleep. One student even threw their pencil at the blackboard in protest.

What will it take to get them to pay attention...?

>>8932
I try to pick out the one nerd, or that one student who tries to follow the rules, or one who is reading a book. Assuming I can find one like that I try to ask them why the students respond to Kanamori.

>>8933
[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BRsVuaqh8c8]

While searching for 'that one good student', Ozaki lays his eyes upon a frail girl with glasses, who nervously replies.

"M-M-Moriya. I am... Moriya Marie."
One student spoke her introduction. The rest of the class quieted down to focus their attention on her.

"Kanamori-sensei is just a... popular teacher, that's all...... Nice to meet you, Ozaki-sensei. Welcome to Spider Lily High."

After this, each student began to introduce themselves to Ozaki in a similar fashion, one by one. He could now begin teaching.

>>8935
"Much better, that is how will expect instructions to be followed from now on."
I take note of each student and the attitude the others gave to Moriya, then I start to teach."

>>8936
The bell rang. First period had ended at 9:40.

In Japanese schools, it is the teacher that moves from room to room. So Ozaki had to quickly arrive at his next class...

Inside was Renoir.

"Ozaki-san! How was your first class?"

>>8937
"It went well. I had a bit of a snag at the start but it was nothing I wasn't prepared for. Oh speaking of which, you said you were fairly new here as well right? Do you think you can give me any pointers? I would hate to mess up on the fist day."

>>8938
"Good, good! Well, I heard from Shintani-san that the secret to being a good teacher is getting along with your students. I think I'm still a little too young to be taken seriously as an authority, but that just means I get along with the students better on a personal level. I've learned a lot from Shintani-san.

In any case, I need to go to my next classroom. Farewell, Ozaki-san!"

And with that, Renoir left.

How would Ozaki get the class's attention this time?

>>8939
I say goodbye to Renoir and face my class. Then I use the same method as the first class assuming they don't pay attention again. As for teaching the first day is just explaining how I grade and explaining the class outline for the year.

>>8940
Everyone once again ignored Ozaki's words.

However, there was one student who had decided to take a photograph of him, using an instant camera.

"...It's for the journalism club. I'll have to do an article on our new science teacher!"

"Idiot, introduce yourself first! I am Numata Yoko."

"Oh, sorry... I am Nonomiya Takeshi. Pleased to meet you!"

Immediately after this exchange, the rest of the class follows suit, introducing themselves.

>>8941
"Journalism club is it? Sounds interesting, if you find me sometimes when I'm free I'll be glad to answer some questions."

As for teaching the first day is just explaining how I grade and going through the class outline for the course with the students. I leave the last ten minutes for free time.

>>8942
The bell rang. Second period had ended at 10:45.
Ozaki arrived at his next classroom, where he saw Shintani in the doorway.

"Oh, hello Ozaki-san. I'm running a bit late, so I apologize..."

With that said, she left the room.

How would Ozaki get the class's attention?

>>8943
Repeat the same method.

>>8944
For the third time, Ozaki was ignored by the whole class.

...No, two students did listen.

"Nice to meet you! I am Okada Tomoko! And this is my best friend, Sakurada Michiru!"

"...Nice to meet you, Ozaki-sensei."

The rest of the class quieted down, and began introducing themselves as well.

>>8945
The bell rang. Third period had ended at 11:35.

Ozaki arrived at his next classroom. Izanami was still inside.

"Ah, Ozaki-san! Are you getting tired? Lunch is just around the corner!"

>>8946
"Haha not yet Izanami. This is nothing."

>>8947
"I see, I see! Hey class, please welcome your new science teacher, Ozaki-sensei!"

It seems Izanami got the class's attention for him.

"You got it, Coach! I am Souma Aya, superstar of the track team!"

"Nice to meet you, Ozaki-sensei. I am Yuuki Noda... I'm not much of a sports player, but I think art is fun."

One by one each student began telling Ozaki all about them and their hobbies. Izanami then left, smiling.

>>8948
I carry out the class just like the rest."

>>8949
The bell rang. Fourth period had ended at 12:30.

It was time for lunch. In Japanese schools, there are no cafeterias, but the students and teachers may eat wherever they please. Thankfully, Ozaki had remembered to pack a boxed lunch.

Ozaki could go several places to eat, but he must be at his next class by 1:55. Where will he go?

>>8950
I decided to see if it is possible to go to the roof of the school. I check to see if anyone is there."

>>8951
[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KEMjVU_ZJWc]

Upon going up to the roof, Ozaki finds a single person, eating their boxed lunch all alone.

The student says nothing, but looks at Ozaki cautiously.

>>8953
"Ah Hello there, I was just looking around the building. I'm Ozaki, the new science teacher."

>>8954
"...So they already got a new one, huh? Maybe class won't be boring if I have a challenging teacher this time. People are so stupid..."

>>8955
So he is one of those types of kids.

"Already found a new one... If you don't mind me asking what happened to the old teacher? That's all the students seem to be talking about, and frankly I have yet to be informed."

>>8956
"Just last week, he was fired. I'm not entirely sure of the reasons why, either... But from what I remember, that teacher was a total idiot. Did he really think he could get away with stealing rabbits from the rabbit pen, having his students dissect them in biology class, and then take the remains home... for his own pleasures...?! What an idiot!!!"

>>8957
"I see... It seems like an odd affair indeed. I'll have to agree with you on that part, whatever reasons he had it's not a very smart thing to do. Well anyway, I need to find Izanami, if you excuse me..."

I turn to the door, but stop before entering.

"Oh, one last thing, excluding the students who has dissected said rabbits would you know if any individual students had anything do with it? Like maybe who was taking care of the rabbits by any chance?"

>>8958
"...I am the one who is in charge of the rabbit pen... president of the animal-raising committee, in fact. The rabbits have been disappearing recently. I used my brain and realized our science teacher was dissecting them in-class."

The student returns to silently eating his lunch.

>>8959
"You have been helpful, thanks."

I leave the rooftop and go back into the school, I check the time.

>>8960
Going back into the school, Ozaki finds a clock in the hallway. It reads 12:50.

Well it seems there is more than I thought to this, I'll have to be careful about it though. There may have been more than a risk to reputation as to why I haven't been told.

I head to the staff room with intent to eat my lunch

>>8962
Inside the staff room are Kanamori, Azami, Shintani, Renoir, Izanami, and Hameln.

They all seem to be talking and laughing together, having a nice discussion.

>>8963
I greet the others and find a place to sit and eat.

>>8964
Ozaki quietly eats, listening in on the conversation of the teachers.

Occasionally they include Ozaki, but for the most part he feels slightly left out.

>>8965
[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6w0jgFtok0Y]

...The bell rang once more. Lunch had ended at 1:55.
Ozaki entered the classroom, and saw...

"Owww!!!"

One of the boys had pushed a girl down, falling and hitting her head against a desk.

"Yeah, you feel like laughin' now?! Don't give me that shit, or I'll call you Captain Curry again!"

"S-s-sorry... Teh heh heh..."

"I said don't fuckin' laugh at me!"

He slammed his fist against her face. The crowd of students looking cheered him on as the girl hit the floor.

>>8966
"Woah! Hold on stop! stop!"

I rush into the crowd and get in between the boy and the girl.

"What exactly is going here? Explain!"

>>8967

Ozaki's attempts to intervene did nothing. The crowd of students surrounded him, blocking him from doing anything. His voice couldn't even be heard over the cheers of the other students.

"Stop that!"

A single girl voiced her opinion amongst the crowd.

"Can't you see you're hurting her?! How inconsiderate can you be?!"

"Hey, you want some of this too?"

As the boy turned around, he noticed Ozaki standing there, and regained his composure.

"Well, sorry, but I think class is startin'. You the new teacher? Nice to meet'cha. I'm Yoshikawa Masaaki. That idiot over there is Captain Curry."

"Her name is Osumi Reiko! And I'm Sakaki Yukari..."

One by one, the rest of the students introduced themselves as well... It seems everyone has calmed down, quietly sitting in their seats.

>>8968
"Violence will not be permitted, no matter what the reason. Yoshikawa Masaaki, Sakaki Yukari, and Osumi Reiko all three of you are coming with me to principal's office. Everyone else stay here an behave until I get back."

>>8969
Yoshikawa reluctantly agrees to go to the principal's office. Yukari and Reiko follow, the former revealing a gentle smile.

"Ozaki-san? What's going on?"

>>8970
I explain what I had witnessed to the principal.

"Judging from the kids reactions I imagine this isn't the first time something like this has happened between the two. I have yet to hear each side of the story, and was thinking this would be the best time to do so."

>>8971
"...You abandoned your classroom to report this minor incident? I see you have much to learn about this school. Please stop this nonsense and resume teaching immediately."

One could easily tell that the Headmaster was losing his patience. The Vice Principal steps in, telling the Headmaster to calm down...

>>8972
"I see... I apologize for leaving my post, from now on I will conduct my attention to teaching first and foremost."

After bowing I take the kids back to the classroom, on the way back I try to ask them questions.

"So is either one of your going to explain why this fight occurred?"

>>8973
"...I just didn't like her. Haven't you ever felt so pissed off at someone, you just wanted to punch them?"

>>8974
"Such feelings always originate from some place, you may not even know where from however I can guarantee you you can find it. Regardless, violence is not the solution in our society, we have laws for a reason, to separate us from all the other animals on this planet. With out them we are just savages..."

"Osumi Reiko... do you have anything you would like to add?"

>>8975
"...That may be true... But in the end, if pain is always passed on from one person to another, then there must be someone who has to receive it. I don't mind accepting that pain, if it will make others happy. So please don't worry about me."

She looks over to Yukari, who sighs.

>>8976
"I see... that stereotype is outdated, or maybe just right for time time frame..." Either way I'll be sure to crush such a boring ideas.

As we get back to the classroom I let the other two enter but stop Sakaki Yukari and pull her out of ears range of the class.

"You seem to disprove of such ideas as well don't you? I'm sure you can answer my questions more honestly, however we are restricted by time at the moment so I won't ask you now. Let's work together in the future to fix this problem alright?"

>>8977
"Of course! I'm so glad there's a teacher out there who understands where I'm coming from! I thought the world was against me... But if there's another person out there, the world might not be such a bad place after all."

Only a few minutes remain before the end of class.

>>8978
With the remaining class time I quickly go over the key aspects of my grading system.

"At the very end I add. "Just so we are all clear, from now on any violence in my class will result in a detention with more intense punishments following repeated violations. Do I make myself clear?"

>>8979
All of the students agreed to Ozaki's rules.

The bell rang. Fifth period had ended at 2:40. Sixth period would be Ozaki's final class for the day.

Upon entering, he found Hameln wrapping up his lesson.

"Oh, it seems I'm running late... Everyone, this is Ozaki-sensei, your science teacher! Please welcome him!"

Hameln quickly left the room...

>>8980
The class responded quite well this time, thanks to Ozaki's efforts at lunch.

"Oh, it's the new teacher. I'm Nihei Hikaru. Like I told you, I'm president of the animal-raising committee..."

"I am Kusunoki Midori, member of the drama club. Please look forward to the play! I'm the lead actress!"

"I am Arimori Shuichi... I'm a member of the school band, and I love playing the piano."

One by one, the students introduced themselves...

>>8980
I greet them with a smile, happy that for once I'm well received right off the bat. For the class I explain how I grade and I go through the course outline with the students.

At the end of class I also inform them of the violence rule, without hinting in anyway that it was the result of the students in my last class.

>>8982
All of the students agree to Ozaki's rules.

...Sixth period ended with the sound of the school bells ringing at 3:30.

It was time for Ozaki to return to the staff room so that he could return his key. Keeping it overnight would be a violation of school policy.

It would probably be best not to keep the Headmaster waiting.

>>8983
I got to the staff room to return my key.

>>8984
Upon entering the room, Ozaki could see the Headmaster and Kanamori talking.

"...Ozaki-san. You've come here to return your key? Very well. But Kanamori-san, please inform him about our school policies. Ozaki-san did something unusual today."

"Unusual? What do you mean?"

The Headmaster whispers into Kanamori's ear.

"...Understood. I'll take care of it."

The Headmaster leaves. Kanamori approaches Ozaki.

"...Ozaki, your key?"

>>8985
I return my key to him.

>>8986

[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0RJRq2hKXHs]

Kanamori places the key in the keybox, alongside his own.

"Ozaki-san. I know I said to get to know your students... But there is no need to interfere with their culture. As a scientist I'm sure you're familiar with 'survival of the fittest'. Do you really think it's okay to tamper with the lives of these kids? Do you think it's fair for the strong to play God when the weak are struggling? Bullying is a natural thing and cannot be stopped. That's why we do not interfere."

>>8987
"That's is close to something I was thinking at the time. When you say 'survival of the fittest' it was the term coined from Darwin's observations and theory of evolution. Over time only the animals best suited and those who adapted lived on. As you said, even us humans followed this same rule, with different series and sub breads dying off until one was left.

But that's the difference right there, to apply Darwin's theory to today is an outdated concept. We as humans have evolved and established culture, society, laws and regulations. With these we changed from mere savages to intelligent and beings with manners and opinions.

Of course, as you say 'Do I think playing god is fair?' the answer is obviously no, in the most literally terms however what do you call parenting? Or teaching for that matter? Isn't teaching a form of an Omnipotent creation? People raising other to their believes. In reality people play take the role of a semi-omnipotent being all the time.

In the end I understand what you are trying to say. However such methods will dissolve the society we have striven to crated. The idea of having one person to push all of the blame on to will eventually break, which will result in consequences. Taking revenge for instance. That individual breaks and then all the dominoes fall in turn. To teach such methods of taking anger out on a single person will cause this to be repeated for all of history. They will think such ways are fine, and with that goes society as well.

On the other hand if you were to abolish that kinda of thinking then all the dominoes would stand still and wouldn't have to fall. That way people would be more free to make the right choices and bullying would become a symbol for the weak. The way of 'nature' is an outdated flaw in humanity...

Oh seems I took this philosophical debate a bit too seriously. In any case I understand what you want from me, at the very least I will not allow violence while they are in my classroom. Just think of what could happen if we were running an chemical experiment?"

>>8988
"I see you did not like what I had to say. But it is my firm believe that those who are the strongest shall always come out on top. Letting life go its natural route is always the best option. Survival of the fittest is the way this world works, and to say anything else is to be living in a fantasy land.

You say that we have evolved, but that is merely a mask. Our core is still a beast-like thing. We are still fundamentally animals who can kill another at any moment.

...I am simply saying this for your protection, Ozaki. Interfering with the students was what cost our previous science teacher, Kinjo Goldbar, his life. I do not want you to make the same mistake...!"

>>8989
"...! His life? Are you referring to the incident with the rabbits? I had heard the kids talking about him but I didn't know he..."

>>8990

[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vDq7cO6b_t4]

"Rabbit incident? If you got your information from the students, then I'm sure they will all say conflicting things about what happened. But as a teacher, I know the truth about what happened to Kinjo Goldbar..."

>>8991
"...This story begins at the start of the school year, in April 1993.

At that time, we received an application from someone called Kinjo Goldbar, for the position of science teacher. We accepted him, and he began to teach at Spider Lily High.

He was a well-respected teacher. All of the kids liked him. Things were going so well...

There was a student in one of his classes by the name of Maria Ushiromiya. She would get bullied all the time; every kid in the class picked on her.

From what I heard, Kinjo had known Maria from somewhere before... Perhaps that made him want to help her out.

Kinjo used his authority to stop the class from bullying poor Maria. The class immediately stopped, and Maria thanked him.

...However, Kinjo demanded compensation for his generosity... And so Maria felt as though she must obey him...

They met in the first floor bathroom after school. And there, they... No, Kinjo... did things to her.

This happened again and again. Each time Maria had been saved from bullying, Kinjo demanded more compensation from her."

>>8992
"Very recently, Maria stopped coming to school. The Headmaster started asking Kinjo about the girl's absences, but he said he didn't know.

The following day, some girls who had gone to the bathroom were shocked to find Kinjo's corpse inside... and next to it, a written confession.

'I killed Ushiromiya Maria. Her corpse is buried inside the school's septic tank. Beware Uuu-san, the one who has punished me for my sins.'

...Uuu-san, the supposed ghost of Maria. Girls who had gone into that bathroom after Kinjo's death had heard various cries, shouting 'uuu, uuu'!

They call this ghost Uuu-san, which lives inside the girls' bathroom stalls. If you try and talk to it, you'll die, like Kinjo... So take this as a warning, Ozaki-san...

Don't go into the first floor girl's bathroom. And more importantly, don't interfere too much with your students."

>>8993
"I had no idea something this had happened. Thank you for warning me, I will be more careful from now on."

>>8994
"Good. It would be bad to lose not just one, but two teachers so quickly. See you tomorrow, Ozaki-san."

Kanamori leaves the staff room.

>>8995
I decided to get ready to go home so I pack up my things and head downstairs. Out of curiously I can't help but go check on the bathroom he has mentioned. If there are still people in the building however I won't risk being seen looking at it.

>>8996
After arriving at the first floor girl's bathroom, Ozaki finds that the door is shut and is locked.

>>8998
"Welp, time to go home."

I then do so.

>>8999

[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uNFRhFHSyjo]

As Ozaki passes through the hallway, he feels a cold sensation brush past him. Before he can do anything, he falls to the ground, flat on his face.

Looking up, he saw the cruel smile of an unknown girl... No, she actually seemed very familiar. Where had he seen her before?

"Your soul looks quite delicious, human. Do you mind if I have a bite before you go?"

>>9001
"I'd rather you not. You aren't really my type.

Well, that and I wouldn't want people to mistake me for someone like that Goldbar fellow."

I attempt to stand.

"Jokes aside you shouldn't go around tripping people like that. What class are you from?"

>>9002
"What class am I from? I do not go to class here. I live here. And so to me you are a most exquisite taste. Foreign delicacies such as yourself do not come here very often. ...So it would be a shame if I missed my chance to feast."

>>9003
"You live... here? Are you one of the teachers children? In any case you shouldn't ask such things of a person, others may take it the wrong way."

>>9005
"...Chuunibyou Syndrome? You really don't believe me? I'm also a bit disappointed that my laugh sounded cute to you... I'm supposed to be quite fearsome, you know?"

>>9006
"Sorry, if you really want to convince me that you are something other than human then maybe we could try re-playing some tragic event over and over until you convince me it would be impossible for a human.

Although I don't think we would have enough time for something like that. May I ask what your name is at least?"

>>9007
"Is this... a challenge?"

>>9033

Suddenly the world shatters, and Ozaki finds himself and the girl inside a crimson-red room.

[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BkLmTtVaxY8]

"I accept! You foolish human! I will prove to you that I am indeed the fearsome Youkai of the 3rd Rank, Higanbana! I shall mercilessly eat your soul once you have no choice but to acknowledge me as a youkai!!!"

>>9034
"I'd rather have some busty blonde witch as my opponent instead of some black haired, flat chested little girl. However since you asked so nicely how could I refuse?

Anything else you want to say or can we get started? I'll make sure to shatter that fantasy of yours."

>>9035
"Speaking of Kinjo, I'm sure his soul was quite delicious for Uuu-san. Be careful; if word of our little game gets out, you might have more than one youkai after your soul! And I don't want to share you with anyone, okay?"

>>9036
"Sure. Intruders would just become a hassle anyway."

>>9037
"Good. Let's cut to the chase and begin the second day! I can't wait for you to lose!"

--

October 5th, October 5th, 1993.

Ozaki arrives back at Spider Lily High.

It's 7:30 AM. He'll need to get his key from the staff room before class starts at 8:30. Until then, there's nothing stopping him from exploring...

>>9038
I decided to check out the media room

>>9039
The media room is filled with bookshelves, cabinets, and folders containing all sorts of things. They are labeled such as "photographs", "newspapers", "videos", and so on. All sorts of school history can be seen here, but judging from the amount of media here, one can only guess how long this school has been around.

>>9040
I flip through the newspapers looking for anything related to murders, youkai, or the Kinjo incident.

>>9041
"Abuser of Over One-Thousand Children: Goldbar-sensei's Hidden Past
--by Takeshi Nonomiya"

The article seems rather recent. Takeshi writes the same story Kanamori had told. However, he also adds that Kinjo Goldbar "had a known criminal history" and it was "a shame that the school had not found out sooner, for it could have saved someone's life".

Takeshi also adds that the mysterious Uuu-san haunts the bathroom, similar to what Kanamori had said. Takeshi finishes his article by suggesting that the souls of all the other children tortured by Kinjo must also haunt the bathroom, although only Uuu-san has been heard thus far.

>>9042
I put the newspapers back in the order they were found before anyone sees me reading them. I then leave the media room and head to the drama room.

>>9043
The drama room is rather large. The open space is perfect for rehearsing plays.

Midori can be seen pacing around in circles, and was about to utter something out loud when she notices Ozaki enter the room.

"A-ah, Ozaki-sensei... Good morning!"

>>9044
"Oh hello there... Kusunoki-san was it? You are here early, do you always come here before class starts?"

>>9045
"Well, I like to try and practice before everyone else gets here... Being the lead actress carries a lot of responsibility with it. If I mess up just one part, I'll ruin the whole play! You'll come see it this Friday, won't you, Ozaki-sensei?"

>>9046
"Of course. I would never miss such a display of youthful energy. Oh and remember, don't work yourself too hard. Rest is an important part of mastering something."

I look around the room while listening to her reply, making sure I haven't missed anything in the room or from her I then excuse myself and head to the music room.

>>9047
There doesn't seem to be anything of importance in the drama room. Midori goes back to rehearsing upon Ozaki's leave.

[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kBvtK1405iE]

Inside the music room, Ozaki could hear the sound of a piano being played by Shuichi. There are also an assortment of musical instruments inside, ranging from the xylophone to drums to trumpets and clarinets. Shuichi stops playing.

"Oh, hello Ozaki-sensei. Did you know about my piano recital on Thursday? What did you think of my playing just now?"

>>9049
"Ah Arimori. It sounded quite powerful, and quite modern as well. Personally I enjoy the classics, however the piece you were just playing may make me change that."

>>9050
"Ah, thank you. Anyway, class is about to start, so I should get going. I've had perfect attendance, so it'd be bad to ruin it now. See you later!"

Shuichi leaves the room.

>>9051
I leave that room and head to the second floor. I then enter the infirmary and give it a look.

>>9052
Inside the infirmary is the Nurse.

Ozaki notices a doll in a red dress sitting on top of a medicine cabinet. It resembles Higanbana perfectly.

The Nurse once again seems absorbed in her paperwork.

>>9053
I knock on the opened door.

"Hey sensei, are you busy at the moment? Wondering if I can ask you a few questions."

>>9054
"Huh? Oh, Ozaki-san! What's up?"

>>9055
"Ah, actually I was wondering if you had any aspirin. I have a nasty headache and forgot to come prepared."

>>9057
"Ah, that's no good! Here, have a couple."

The Nurse gets out a bottle of aspirin and shakes out two pills for Ozaki.

"Anything else?"

>>9058
"Nah that should be-

I pretend to catch my eye on the doll

"Actually that looks rather interesting. Is that your hobby by any chance?"

>>9059
[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BRsVuaqh8c8]

"...Oh, this doll? I'm sure you've heard the rumors about it already, right? It's said that at night, this doll comes to life, walking throughout the school. I always thought something was interesting about it as a child, but to think that it might host a supernatural creature inside... It's pretty creepy, but I do love paranormal stuff."

>>9060
After some flirting small-talk I excuse myself and head to the staff room to get my key.

>>9061
The staff room is entirely empty.
Ozaki quickly gets his key and heads to his first class.

>>9062
Ozaki enters the classroom. Kanamori and Marie seem to be talking to each other, as the rest of the class makes noise among themselves.

"Ah, hello Ozaki-sensei!"

"Oh, you're here a bit early. Listen to this: Marie and I have been talking. What do you think about starting up a new club in the school?"

>>9063
"Oh what's this now? A new club? What would it entail?"

>>9064


"...The Mystery-Solving Club! It's an idea we've been discussing for the past week or so. We would try and solve the school's Eight Mysteries! Would you like to be a sponsor for the club?"

>>9065
I check Kanamori face to see how he feels about the matter.

"Whoa you want me to sponsor? Well before that, first things first. What are these Eight Mysteries you mentioned? I have no idea what those are."

>>9066
"I've already told you about the Eighth Mystery, Uuu-san. There's also the Doll of the Infirmary, the Youkai of the 13 Stairs, Youkai of the Music Room, and so on... Many people believe these are supernatural beings, but a mystery-solving club would seek to find the realistic answer behind these strange events. Creating such a club would be good to build students' problem-solving skills. And kids are always interested in supernatural things. Don't you agree, Ozaki-san?"

>>9067
"Hmm sound interesting. I'd be glad to sponsor. Of course I believe there is a minimum amount of people you need to start the club. It usually changes depends on the school so if you can meet those requirements then all should be good."

>>9068
"Thank you! And if you don't mind, Ozaki-sensei ... Please advertise this new club in your classes. I'm not very popular, so people won't listen to me... As you said, if there aren't enough people then we can't have the club."

"Right. We should have the first meeting tonight... 8:00 PM, in Class 1-A. The spirits don't come out until the dead of night, after all."

>>9069
"Sure thing."

>>9070
Kanamori then leaves the room, and first period begins.

Marie is the only student smiling out of them all.

>>9071
I get class started and I teach science. Before the end of class I announce that there is a new club being formed and give them the details. I tell anyone if they wish to join please contact me before the end of the day.

>>9072
The bell rang. First period had ended at 9:40.
Ozaki arrived at his next classroom.
What will he do?

>>9073
Repeat.

>>9074
Takeshi and Yoko nod their heads. They seem to be the only ones who had listened.

The bell rang. Second period had ended at 10:40.
Ozaki arrived at his next classroom.
What will he do?

>>9075
Repeat

>>9076
Tomoko and Michiru nod their heads. They seem to be the only ones who had listened.

The bell rang. Third period had ended at 11:35.
Ozaki arrived at his next classroom.
What will he do?

>>9077
...

>>9078
Yuuki and Aya nod their heads. They seem to be the only ones who had listened.

The bell rang. Fourth period had ended at 12:30.

It was time for lunch.

Ozaki could go several places to eat, but he must be at his next class by 1:55. Where will he go?

>>9079
I take my lunch box and go to the back of the school to the track field.

>>9080
Upon arriving at the field, Ozaki sees that Aya has already changed back into her PE outfit.

It seems that she has also brought some lunch... but she eats alone.

"Ozaki-sensei? Why are you out here?"

>>9081
"Oh hello there Aya. I'm still unfamiliar with the school so I have been exploring when I have the free time.

OH what's this? Judging from your attire... let me guess. Is there a track meet coming up and you have been doing a bit of extra training? Or maybe you simply train this much normally?"

>>9082
"Oh... Yes, there is a track meet after school tomorrow. Since I'm the fastest runner we have, I need to keep in shape. So I figure I could practice during lunch, when I have free time."

>>9083
"Ah I see. Make sure to get enough rest as well. That's one of the most important parts to increase your physical abilities...

Is something the matter? You don't seem like yourself today."

>>9084
"Something... the matter...? Maybe I've just been really stressed out lately. I'd kind of like to just go to sleep, you know? Maybe take a break from running around so much. But then..."

She trails off, and silently eats her lunch.

I decide to leave the girl who is yet another case of a boring cliched problem and go back into the school. I then head to the media room.

>>9086
Inside the media room are Takeshi and Yoko eating lunch.

It's 1:00 PM.

>>9087
I leave the media room undetected and go to the staff room to finish my lunch. I engage in small talk with the other teachers in order to increase my reputation with them. I stay there until I'm finished my lunch and the next class starts.

>>9089
[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0RJRq2hKXHs]

Ozaki goes to the staff room... but inside, there isn't a single teacher. Where had they all gone?

Will he stay here and eat in silence?

>>9090
I investigate to see if there is any indication to why or where they have vanished. Some sort of form, or intercom recording, or whatever you please etc.

>>9092
Ozaki searches, but nothing seems to indicate the reason why the teachers had left, or where they had gone.

>>9093
I check the key box before leaving the room. I then look out the windows of the hallways to see if I can spot any teachers. If I see any students in the hallways I ask them if they know anything.

>>9094
The keybox only contains the supplies room and security room keys. All of the Teacher's Keys are missing.

"Ozaki-san?"

Nafumi enters the room.

"...The other teachers? Well, Kanamori said he had something to do, and I just got here late. I think that explains it, right?"

>>9095
"I guess you are right. I must be a bit tired. I think I even left something in my last class. I should go get it."

I leave the room and do what I had planned before she stopped me.

>>9096
You immediately find Yuuki approaching the staff room.

"Oh, good afternoon Ozaki-sensei! Have you seen Shintani-sensei?"

>>9098
"Oh yes actually she is in the staff room right now."

I wait until the student enters the room and then I eavesdrop ever so casually. If one of them leave I'll pretend as if I had found what I was looking for.

>>9099
"Thank you!"

[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0RlpGr1ovZ4]

Yuuki enters the room. The two of them begin talking.

"...Yuuki?"
"Sensei. About the art project tonight... I wanted to join the Mystery-Solving Club. Their first meeting is tonight, after school."
"That thing Kanamori told me about? So you won't have enough time to work on our art project? That's fine. We'll have time tomorrow."
"I had hoped you would understand! Thank you!"
"Of course. Aren't I so much nicer than Kanamori? Ufufufu..."
"Hehe, yeah. See you!"

Yuuki rushes out of the room, not even questioning your presence in the hallway. Nafumi is still inside.

>>9100
I go back into the staff room and eat my lunch. I wait for classes to start.

>>9102
Ozaki re-enters the room and begins eating.

For the first few minutes both teachers eat in total silence. But soon, Nafumi speaks up.

"...So, have you been enjoying the school, Ozaki-san? We haven't had much time to talk."

>>9103
Engage in small talk

"Yeah I'm enjoying it quite a lot. There are still a few things I'm getting used to. Like all the rooms for instance, so I have been going around getting to know the place."

>>9104
"...Have you seen the art room yet? If not, I could show you around real quick..."

>>9105
Actually I took a look around the art room when I first got here.

"Oh you are going to give me a tour? How could I refuse?"

I go with her

>>9106
The two of you quickly go to the art room.

"I love art. Take a look at all of the pieces I've done."

Certainly, there many paintings and sculptures in this room. You had seen them all before of course, but you take a second look. Nafumi then points to what appears to be an in-progress nude sculpture of a young male.

"This sculpture is my favorite. But I feel that it's... a bit too young. I don't want any misunderstandings, like what happened to Goldbar-san. You're a very well-built man. I think you would be a good model for one of my sculptures... What do you think?"

>>9107
"Oh my. You want me to model nude? I'm flattered but I honestly don't think I would be cut out for the job. At the very least I would have to sleep on the idea before giving a definite response."

>>9108
"Of course, of course! Think about it. I'm a very patient person. So do get back to me with your answer, Ozaki-san~~~"

Nafumi leaves the room in a flirtatious manner.

There isn't much time before class starts.

>>9109
I look closely at the WIP to see if it resembles any students. After then go to my class.

>>9110
As it is a nude sculpture, it is undoubtedly male. However, it is also unfinished -- the head isn't complete.

...The bell rang once more. Lunch had ended at 1:55.
Ozaki arrived at his next classroom.

Inside were Masaaki, Yukari, and Reiko. The class seems a lot more under control today.

>>9111
Repeat: I get class started and I teach science. Before the end of class I announce that there is a new club being formed and give them the details. I tell anyone if they wish to join please contact me before the end of the day.

>>9112
Masaaki, Yukari, and Reiko nod their heads inform Ozaki that they wish to join the club. They seem to be the only ones who had listened.

The bell rang. Fifth period had ended at 2:40.
Ozaki arrived at his next classroom.

>>9113
Repeat

>>9114
Hikaru, Midori, and Shuichi all inform Ozaki that they wish to join the Mystery-Solving Club.

...Sixth period ended with the sound of the school bells ringing at 3:30.

It was time for Ozaki to return to the staff room so that he could return his key.

>>9115
I go there and do so. As I do I check to see which keys are there and which are not.

>>9116
Inside the keybox are still the keys to the supplies room and security room. Nafumi's key is also there.

After placing your key inside, Kanamori enters the staff room.

"Oh, Ozaki. Since we're both coming back here for the Mystey-Solving Club later, it's perfectly fine to keep our keys with us. Speaking of that, how many kids do you think will show up?"

>>9117
"Ah I see. I had a feeling that may be the case. In regards to the number, I'm thinking around 10-13 students will show up."

>>9118
"That's a good number! I'll see you later, then!"

Kanamori leaves.

>>9119
I bid him goodbye. I take my key and wait a bit before leaving the room. I then head to science lab A.

Ozaki arrives at Science Lab A.

It looks the same as it was when he first inspected it.

What will he do here?

>>9122
I unlock the chemical cabinets and take out some powdered Al and CaCO3. I take some small plastic baggies and place each one into different pouches. I then place them in my pockets.

>>9123
Ozaki does exactly that.

>>9124
Finally, assuming they have some made I'll also take some KNO3 in a bag. If none then I'll just make some.

>>9125
Ozaki quickly makes some KNO3.

>>9126
After cleaning up I go to the media room.

>>9127
Ozaki arrives at the media room.
No one is inside.

>>9128
This time I take a look into the other folders, of the movies and pictures to see if anything about the Kinjo case comes up.

>>9129
The videos just seem to be recordings of school related activities, such as sports games, plays, and band recitals.

The same seems to be with the photos. Mostly yearbook pictures.

However, there is a single cabinet labeled "Photos" that is locked. The Teacher's Key doesn't unlock it at all.

>>9130
I decide to leave the cabinet for now and I leave the school. I stop by a store and get household items that can be used to lock pick. I also grab an extra lighter and pocket flash light and go back home and wait until it is time to go back to the school.

>>9131
Ozaki goes to the store and buys a lock-pick kit, a lighter, and pocket flashlight.

His apartment is only a few blocks away from the school...

>>9132

[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OmhHzU-4HvY]

Ozaki then arrives at his apartment.

He relaxes for the next few hours and fills up his stomach with a good dinner.

The sun eventually sets, and it's only half an hour before the club meets up at school.

Ozaki decides it's time to head back.

>>9133
"...Are you prepared, Ozaki?"

The moment he leaves his apartment, the world crumbles into a reddish blur. The doll-like girl stands before him.

"...This is the challenge I proposed to you! There is no turning back now! Ready or not, we shall fight here! Tonight, the school is our battleground! Any last words before we begin?"

>>9134
"Last words are for people who are about to die. I have no need for them. Let us start."

>>9135
"Hah, to say that in front of the Youkai who controls death...! What a truly appetizing soul! To the second thread!"

https://archive.seacats.net/gameboard/res/9137.html