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Flashback

* Tap tap tap tap tap tap

It's a free time after he goes to school. He would nonchalantly research about the sites of Tokyo Metropolitan Advanced Nurturing High School, the screen light would rival the sunlight as karma's eyes darted directly.

As Karma search for the internet in his dorm, he encountered something interesting in the computer, curious, he tap on it and by that, information leak around his vision. He scroll around hoping he could find more info probably relating to someone important. Everyone connected in this school is important.

He originally thought if he could see some hints on the famous students' info just in case they might become his obstacles.

It's been long since he has done something like this, as he tap every word that's related to the school he notice something. White room. His past self doesn't remember anything about the White Room except that it's a facility of education. But it does sound enticing. He continued to search about it.

* Click

Huh? Karma tilt his head, it seems that the 'White Room' doesn't exist much in the sites. Unless, it's something classfied, he unconciously lick his lips as he use the school's site again. He usually would research about the group activities but who knows there might be people that's connected to the White Room.

* Tap tap tap tap

* Tick tock tick tock

Karma's hands no longer stop as his eyes roam around the screen looking for necessary hints, noting the goal of the educational institution. ' If only I would know why it's connected here. '

Suprisingly nothing would trigger much in his memories but then again, it isn't his own memories.

Before he looked into it more, a sudden pain hit hard in Karma's head making him jolt. " W-What the.. "

* Pang

Then something unexpected flood in Karma's brain.

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The boy blink at the information installed suddenly in his brain, his vision suddenly became blurry. He cling unto his forehead exactly where the pain is located. What happened? Karma remove his hand from his head. Ringing sound in his ears as if it's bleeding.

' Was it the one who transported me here? '

When he check the information given suddenly to him he felt a bit excited. He somehow absorbed some info coming from 'God'. But why? Why is He helping Karma? And even why now? But he thank quietly as he know where to start.

'White Room was established 20 years ago. However, the institution was temporarily shut down for one year. The White Room began right from the first year of the first generation's life, with subsequent new generations being formed annually. Each generation is educated under different leaders, and receives the corresponding education. After which, it would then be evaluated and verified for which group had the most effective education. Hundreds of children have been trained under the White Room's education system. Children of different generations wouldn't have been able to see each other. '

The words scroll around his vision like a system implanted in his brain.

Karma lean by the words slurring in his mind. It must be something of a survival. ' It mostly happens in shounen mangas, but if I'm right. By the information, they are teached with special education and care but removing any unnecessary things. '

It must be so important if he knew much about this. ' Arigato Kami-sama.. ' It's only fair that he knows a bit of this world.

He really wanted to know more. But as he lay his hand on the keyboard. His head ache once again.

' ynkjosjbdi '

" Gh-!! " He can admit it, it was quite painful. He let out some air as he tap his fingers on the table. That one word.. what is it.. sounds so familiar.. He believes it must be a name but who? Then suddenly his eyes grew wide.

" Ayanokoji..- "

* Ring

He turn to his alarm and realize it's time to go to school. He sighed and click back to the beginning of the site.

Karma quickly delete his search file as anyone could notice a student has been snooping around the internet from the government, it might be something of a secret, but someone must have put some interesting details that no one would notice in clear view.

He then stands up and quickly change to his uniform, slipping in his white undershirt then proceed to wear the uniform, he didn't bother to wear a tie, he's ready. As he look at the mirror he can't erase the glint found in his eyes.

' Mabye I should stop worrying myself and enjoy piecing out this world. '

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Both Kiyotaka and Karma stand near the elevator waiting to get in. As Karma continued to sip his favorite pink milk box he heard the most lamest yawn ever and it's coming from Kiyotaka's mouth. Karma sweatdrop.

' Even his yawn doesn't have any energy.. "

* Ding

The elevator door slowly open showing two girls inside. Karma smiled. " Ohayo, Suzu-chan, Kikyo-chan. "

Kikyo move from behind Suzune and did a little wave. Suzune ignored Karma's way of calling her name as she stared at them. " Are you two getting in? "

Kiyotaka waste no time walking inside follwed by Karma. " We are. We're getting in. "

Suzune then taps the button before the elevator door closes, Karma smile didn't falter until he notice Kikyo leaning towards the boys. " Ohayo!! Akabane-kun and Ayanokoji-kun!! "

She then stare above Kiyotaka. " You've got a little bedhead in the back. "

" Natural hair is popular these days. " Kiyotaka answered. Karma nod a bit making the girl giggle. " Your so funny, Ayanokoji-kun! "

The two boys then focus their eyes towards her, Kiyotaka with awareness and Karma with a slight contempt in his eyes. They definitely didn't forget that time she showed her true form.

" If you betray me, I won't forgive you. "

Kikyo happily played with her short hair as she did a close-eyed smile. " Mabye I'll try out natural hair, too! "

Karma smiled back as if to agree. ' I'd rather you not. '

Kiyotaka turn his head infront of him. Karma hummed at the silence displayed inside and considering he's near Suzune why not converse with her while waiting, the building has a lot of floors so it will take time to get out. He lean toward her by the side as he whisper.

" It's kind of rare for you to go together with Kikyo-chan, Suzu-chan~. "

Kikyo blink at the interaction while Kiyotaka stayed quiet.

Suzune close her eyes. " She was waiting for me outside of my room. "

Hearing that, Kikyo smiled. Karma nod his head with understanding. ' So she really wants to pester Suzu-chan just by becoming her 'friend'. '

* Ding

The students immedietely walk out even Suzune making Karma stare at her back with an irritated look. Kikyo and Kiyotaka stand side by side not speaing a word.

" Ahh.. I was really hoping we could walk to school together.. " Kikyo murmured with a suggesting look.

" Ohayo, Kushida-san! " A female voice catch the attention of the three students as they turn their head to see Ichinose walking over towards them.

" Ichinose-san!! " Kikyo beamed.

As Ichinose reach towards the distance od seeing Kikyo she blink at the two males beside her. " Kushida-san, could one of this guys be your boyfriend? "

Kikyo giggled. " Of course not! "

" Really? Neither of them? "

Karma turn to Kiyotaka who looked calculative.

" That reminds me.. Did you guys get your points today? " Ichinose ask. She looked worried as she furrow her eyebrows.

The three stare at Ichinose in confusion.

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" There's a bit of trouble here. " Miss Chabashira start. " The distribution of points to first-years has been delayed. "

Karma grunted.

" For real?! " Ike yelled disbelief.

" It's the school's fault, so aren't we getting some compensations? " Yamauchi muttered.

" There's nothing I can do. " The teacher trailed off almost bringing down the hopes of the students. " The moment the problem is resolved, the points will be distributed. Assuming you still have points by then. "

Several whines and complains started to occur across the classroom. Karma didn't falter his expression, he didn't smile nor react. ' What are the higher ups planning? '

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Karma slowly stands up as school already ended, as he was about to go back to his dorm probably do some more research about the White Room he notice Kiyotaka leaving the classroom. To be frank he never is interested in following him everywhere but.. it won't be fun if he ruin his chance on getting close to him.

" Oi, Ayano-kun!! "

Kiyotaka stopped walking and turn to see Karma nearing him with a wave. " What is it Karma-kun? "

" Do you have somewhere to go to? It seems like the route your going to is different than your usual, meeting someone? " Karma ask as he tilt his body to the direction Kiyotaka is walking.

' He has recorded my every move? ' It took several seconds for Kiyotaka to answer. " Hai, I am meeting someone. "

" Can I come? " Karma ask.

" Why? "

" Because I want to. " ' Because your a mystery to me. ' Karma's stared straight at Kiyotaka.

Kiyotaka bow his head as he let out some air from his noise before turning around. " Ichinose-san called for me. "

Karma blink at his response. " Ichinose-san? " He trailed. She must have trust him so easily, is it because their Kikyo's friends?

Kiyotaka nod as the boys walk out of the school building and through the back. Karma look up front to compliment the sunrise. The sky is truly beautiful and orange, if only he can watch it with.. Karma tilt his head. ' I'm sure Nagisa-kun would enjoy this sight. '

But considering he's now walking near Kiyotaka, his view now is.. complicated. The last name he recieved during God's information giving is truly unexpected. Ayanokoji.. surely it would lead to something. Karma might not know much about Kiyotaka but he knows that he's very intelligent, who would get every exam an exact 50?

The accuracy, the calculation. Karma himself would admit that Kiyotaka might be stronger than him not just mentally but also physically. Sure, Karma can be a beast but by Kiyotaka's action before, he's surely going to surpass him. ' Just who are you Ayano-kun? '

He would actually believe he could be an alien of the inhuman aura he's carrying all the time, he's character would be bland but Karma can see the intelligent glint in his droopy eyes, like an owl or hawk, or something much more dangerous. The sharp accuracy would always catch him off guard, instead of being afraid, Karma felt more excited than before.

" She's somewhere in this corner. " Kiyotaka's voice cut through Karma's thoughts as the boys took a turn through the building, Ichinose is standing there, alone.

Ichinose notice the boys' arrival. " Sorry for calling you ou- eh.. your here too. "

Karma didn't say anything as Kiyotaka walk closer. " What do you need? "

Ichinose nervously fiddle with herself. " This won't be long.. "

Karma and kiyotaka watch her as she look elsewhere not ready to say something yet. It was a bit of a moment of patience before she bursted out. " .. I'm going to get asked out! Right here! "

The boys looked a bit taken back before Karma place a hand behind his neck. " Wouldn't it be better if no one is actually looking? "

" But I don't know anything about dating. " Ichinose raise a pink envelope with a heart seal on it. " This was in my locker yesterday. I don't feel as this person does, and I don't know how to turn them down without hurting their feelings. "

Karma blink before his eyes grow wide. ' No wonder she didn't call for Kikyo-chan.. '

" So I was wondering if you could pretend to be my boyfriend.. and.. " She began to stutter.

' That is the worst idea ever in a soap opera.. just no. ' Karma can feel himself twitch. ' Everyone would instantly believe and Kiyotaka won't have any easy way to stay unnoticed anymore. '

' Ah yes, I know where this is going. ' Kiyotaka eyed at Karma who stare at him back.

" Onegai! " She pleaded.

" It'd be best if you speak with them personally Ichinose-chan. " Karma suggested as he place a hand on his hip.

" But.. " Ichinose stop as she notice a figure behind the boys, Karma notice too, turning around is a girl. Karma blink. 'Oh I remember her. The girl who kept hanging out with Ichinose-san. '

The girl stared at the three. " Ichinose-san.. who are they? "

" U-Um sorry, Chihiro-chan.. I brought someone you don't know. " Ichinose said hesitantly. " This is Ayanokoji and Akabane kun from Class D. "

Karma tilt. ' How does she know my name, and.. that girl, is she the one who's going to confess? It's very clear since the envelope Ichinose-san recieved is a bit girly. '

The three notice tears spewed out of the girl's eyes as she sniffled. " Are they.. your boyfriend? "

' Stop thinking that! We're no one's boyfriends!! ' Karma slowly begin to be frustrated, first they were called Suzune's boyfriend, then Kikyo's.

Ichinose looked down with a guilty expression. " They we're.. Their- " " We're just friends. "

Kiyotaka interrupts her. Both Ichinose and the girl perked up. He turn to Ichinose. " Ichinose, confessing your feelings to someone isn't an easy thing, right? You spent every day in anguish, yet you still can't do it. "

Karma let out a small grin. ' So he finally speaks. ' He had grown to enjoy the student's speech.

" You can't let out the words ' I love you ' hanging in your throat. " Kiyotaka continued. " I think you should answer her desperate feelings properly, am I right? "

Karma can feel the chilling sharp eyes coming from Kiyotaka even though it's not directly at him. Ichinose stayed silent as she stare at the boy. She then look down. " Well, I'm in no position to talk, though. "

Kiyotaka last words rang through the girl's ears before walking away, Karma silently followed. ' He understands her situation thoroughly.. Your really a wonderful person to crack, Ayano-kun. '

As the boys walk away Kiyotaka decided to break the silence. " I'll be going back early. "

Karma turn to him with a frown before smiling teasingly. " Eh? You don't like me much Ayano-kun? Don't be shy you can tell me~. "

Kiyotaka stared at the red-head. " I don't have anything to criticize you or your behavior, I'm just tired. Text me if Ichinose is done with her problem and tell her that I say congratulations. "

Karma didn't say anything as Kiyotaka lay a hand on his shoulder. " See you tomorrow Karma-kun. " With that he turn around and walk away.

* Clank Clank

Karma didn't focus his eyes to anything but Kiyotaka's back, his eyes shine with a ferocious golden glow as if trying to devour him. This time, he won't let his target go. The boy let out a dejected sigh in defeat. ' I'll just ask for God on more information then. '

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Karma sat down on the bench as he focus his attention at the sunset. Suddenly he hears a faint sound of crying. He didn't have to turn his head, seems that ichinose became brave, the sobs from Chihiro soon faded as she run away to the other direction.

Karma then hear footsteps going to his direction. He turn around resting his elbows on the bench. " Ah, I take it your done talking? "

Ichinose turn to him and smile a little. " Yeah. Hm- Where's Ayanokoji-kun? "

" He said he's tired so he went ahead. " Karma answered.

Ichinose nod. She then look down. " I was so focused on how not to hurt her feelings.. I was trying to run away. "

Karma turn to his front. " Ah. "

" That was wrong wasn't it? " She then glance at the sky above her. " We said we try to go back to normal tomorrow.. I wonder if we can. "

Karma sighed before standing up. " Good thing that you know. "

" Yeah.. Sorry for getting you and Atanokoji-kun involved in this strange event today. "

Karma lay his arm behind his neck. " Don't mind about it, it's a great start for a friendship. "

Ichinose smiled brightly. " Friends huh, yeah I consider you one, I still owe you two though. "

Karma just nod. " Good. "

" Hm. " " Ah wait- before I forgot. "

Ichinose turn to Karma with a curious look.

he walk towards Ichinose, the girl looked a bit taken back before feeling a soft warmth on her head, Karma rub her head gently as he lean near Ichinose. " Ayano-kun says congratulations, I don't exactly keep my words but you deserve it. "

Ichinose felt her cheeks turn pink before smiling again.

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In the student council room, Manabu Horikita rest on his chair as he stare at the clipboard that carries a paper before smirking. He layed it down. " Interesting. "

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Kiyotaka walk through the school halls as he heard the voice of Sudo from the classroom. " I'm telling you, it wasn't like that! "

Kiyotaka went in and see Sudo explaining to his classmates. " There were three of them! "

" Still.. " One student trailed off as she cross her arms.

" Yeah.. "

Kiyotaka pondered at the situation. ' What's going on? '

" That idiot has done it again according to the rumors. " He turn around and see Karma walking up to him hands in his pockets.

" Do you think something bad has happened? " Kikyo ask.

Karma shrug. " Sensei will definitely explain it for you. "

" Basketball club members from Class C have filed a complaint with the school against Sudo. " Miss Chabashira explained towards the students. " They claim that after practice, they were attacked one-sided by Sudo, without any viable reason. "

Karma didn't look bothered as he rock his chair with his feet. ' I highly doubt that idiot would do much damage, he got muscles but not strong as Terasaka. Not that it matters. '

Sudo slam his fist on the desk as he protest. " It was self-defence! Self-defence! They were jealous because I became a regular, so they picked a fight! "