The White Room Dropout - A CotE Fanfic

Part 3: Setting up the Pieces

Days passed, and the relentless bullying of Karuizawa persisted. From my vantage point as a silent observer, I watched the weight of each torment she endured, her unwavering strength shining through. It intrigued me how she weathered the storm, seemingly unbreakable.

But as time went on, my frustration grew. The original plan of waiting had proven futile, as Karuizawa's resilience remained unyielding. It became clear that a different approach was necessary, one that would disrupt the cycle.

In the depths of my thoughts, a plan began to take shape. It was a clandestine strategy, with the details known only to me. Every move calculated, every step taken with caution. However, I realized that for this plan to work, I would need to intervene directly.

...

As I witnessed Karuizawa being bullied once again, my indifference from human emotions made it difficult to empathize with her pain. However, a sense of intrigue lingered within me.

After the bullies had left, I approached Karuizawa, my voice devoid of any emotion. "Karuizawa, I've been observing your situation closely. It is intriguing to see how you handle these adversities without faltering."

Karuizawa glanced at me, her eyes reflecting a mixture of surprise and weariness. "Why do you watch me? Is there some amusement in seeing me suffer?"

I met her gaze calmly. "I don't experience emotions like a normal person, but I can't ignore the opportunity to analyze and understand the dynamics of human behavior. Your unwavering resilience is a subject of interest."

She stared at me for a moment, processing my words. "So, are you a sadist, finding pleasure in my suffering?"

I maintained my composure, my voice monotone. "No, I do not derive pleasure from your suffering. It is simply an intriguing observation to witness how you navigate through these challenges."

Karuizawa's expression hardened, a flicker of defiance in her eyes. "Observation? Is that all I am to you? Just some subject for analysis?"

I understood her skepticism but chose my words carefully. "You are not merely a subject of analysis to me, Karuizawa. While I may not experience emotions in the same way, I do recognize the strength within you. It intrigues me to see how you endure and persevere."

She studied me for a moment, her guard still up. "And what purpose does this intrigue serve? What do you gain from watching me suffer?"

I paused, contemplating how much I should reveal. "The dynamics of human behavior are complex and often unpredictable. By observing your experiences, I aim to better understand the intricacies of human interactions. It helps me develop insights that may prove useful in various situations."

Karuizawa's gaze softened slightly, mixed with curiosity and wariness. "So, you're using me for your experiments?"

I shook my head. "Not experiments, but rather an opportunity to broaden my understanding. However, if you perceive it as using, then I can see why you might feel that way."

She crossed her arms, a hint of frustration in her voice. "So, what now? Are you going to keep watching as they continue to torment me?"

"Who knows." I answered apathethically.

"Any sane person would stay away from me, but not you, Ayanokouji, you are here just watching me getting bullied for the sake of 'Understanding the dynamics of human behaviour' or whatever stupid reason you have... You're quite a creep, you know?" She said before leaving me.