Chapter 1: Turn Right on Despair Street (Pt.3)
THE CLASS TRIAL
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~Alex's POV~
The elevator stops with a thump. The railing opens along with the wall in front of us. A luminescent light peeks through as the wall rumbles open. I use my hand to cast a shadow over my eyes.
When the bright effect settles down, it reveals stadiums circled beside one another. Slowly, I step out of the platform and enter the trial room. The room is spacious with only the podiums and a gigantic throne in the middle. There are enough podiums for us all... However, in one of the stands, an eerie photo on a stand sits noticeably in Erza's place. Her smile and face are crossed out by an "x", each streak being a comb and brush symbolizing her talent. It sends chills down my spine.
We walk out further into the room. I approach one of the podiums and look at the words etched into the poles. I squint as I read it.
"Alex Einstein's Post"
I glance around and notice everyone finding their spots. I reluctantly step onto the podium and watch everyone else do the same. Once everyone's in their positions, I'm between Skye to my right and Jade to my left. I try my best to understand the significance of the arrangement, but nothing comes to mind.
My thoughts are interrupted by Monokuma's laughter from the throne... When did he get here?!
"Alas! Now, it's time for the charm of this game, the class trial!" He announces. He then explains, "Allow me to fill you all in on the rules of this event...
If one of you gets murdered— which has already happened— The surviving members must participate in the class trial! During this trial, there will be a showdown between the blackened killer and the other spotless students! You will present your arguments about who you think the blackened killer is.
The outcome will be decided by popular vote and if you arrive at the correct answer... Only the blackened killer will be punished. The rest may continue their school trip!
However... If you choose poorly... Then the one who got away with murder will survive. And the rest you will receive your punishment!
As far as the class trial rules go... That's all there is to it!"
The room's silent. No one says a word. That is until Zach speaks up with a worried expression.
"Hey, what do you mean by "punishment? Is it..." His voice trails off while his hand rakes through his hair.
Monokuma cackles, "That's right! An execution!"
"E-Execution?!" Charli stammers out. She's hugging herself closely and tears threaten to fall from her eyes. "I-I can't-... I don't want t-to do this!!"
Jade fiddles with her hair. "An execution... D-Doesn't that seem a bit... Extreme?" Jade's tough appearance falters for a moment.
"That's the point!" Monokuma shrugs. "This class trial will be 100% fair, so there's no need to worry about that. Now, why don't we get this show on the road?! Hahahaha!"
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Class Trial
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FanfictionAlex Einstein, the Ultimate Fashion Designer, is excited to begin her high school years at Hope's Peak Academy. Unfortunately, she was unaware she and her classmates would be dragged into a killing game. The only way out of the trap is to kill each...
