9 Interrogation_Wistaria

[ Erza POV ]

The class finished. I assisted Sakura to her Dorm Room. I also went back to my respective room. I put my bag onto the chair. My room is a bit too 'Normal', it has a chair, table, computer, kitchen, a small Sofa , a Bed. Thats it.

The School provided all these, ofcourse. I bought none of them. Its better to check up on my 'Expenditure' until and unless, the school gives us a Notice about the 'Periodically' issue. But, looking at the situation, right now, I think the 'Authority' has no such intention to give us a proper explanation to this. Of course, they would be interested or rather pressured only if, the students find anything inappropiate regarding the issue. But seems like, it will not be happening anytime soon. Thus, we might not get a proper answer.

Now, the real case is, the connectivity of the 'Grade System' and 'Point System'.

I got an explanation to that. Choosing the 'students' who are Perfect ; grading them in 'Academics' is like a show, actually the 'criterion' used for the 'Gradation System' is the 'Class Performance' along with the will of the usage of the 'points' and 'Point System' which are inter-connected. Looking for imperfections, for a 'Valid' reason to give the 'Defective' students a reason to drop out, by lurking those 'surveillance camera' to watch us.

Maybe this is why the 'Seniors' told us not to give up? Even though they told us in a sarcastic way, there might be a little chance that they were 'Warning' us about the 'System' ?

I sighed. I am tired already. What an unusual way to get improper students out of the school. Does the school want 'Potential' ? What kind of 'Potential' ?

I went to the washroom ; freshed myself ; got changed into some comfortable clothes and made myself some pancakes. Yumm... Ah, the smell of the 'cooked' Pancakes are so, luring. Isnt it?

Lets do it in a systematic manner. I looked at the clock. 5.15 PM.

First, I ll have some Pancakes. Second, I ll revise the notes. Third, I ll rest a bit and think about the 'possibilities'. Fourth, I ll leave my room to go to Ayanokouji's room, at exactly 7.24 PM , this will give me 6 minutes in my hand, to reach there.

All set. I cant wait to 'Discuss' about everything. Also, I need to know, whether he was the one following me or not. Only time will tell.

I quickly followed my first Two decided works. The notes were really easy. To memorize and to follow.

In my Entrance Examination, for some 'Reason' I got 65/100. In every subject. Coincidentally. Passing starts from 45 anyway. The Questions were'nt that tough but you know, you can say I just didnt 'Tried'. Too much of a hustle to begin with.

I got up from the chair and made myself to the bed. Heaven. After working hard, Bed is the only thing which makes me realise my worth. Not to mention 'That' too. How can I even forget.

I rolled on my bed. So soft. Paradise.

Anyway, For a 'Paradise' like Elite School, the Rules and Regulations followed by the 'Authority' is very much suspicious.

Maybe the school wants 'Potential' having Students who might be useful to the 'Authority' afterwards. Intelligent, intellectual, Physically capable beings?

Then, if the school wanted Those kind of students then whats the point in taking the students who is 'Below Average'?

They are definitely in search of something. But how are they distinguishing 'Those' students from the 'Potential' having Students? Is it the 'Gradation System'? Must be that.

Then cant those students excel onto those 'Criteria' to be a 'Potential' student later?

"But how can the Authority know about that?" I mumbled while my head rested onto the pillow. Damn...I need water. I am thirsty.

I dragged myself out the bed and went to the kitchen for some Water. Feels nice. Lately, I have been drinking water a little less than usual. All these, 'Questions' are making me lose my mind. Still its worth it.

Its a nice 'Game' going between Me and Kiyotaka, anyway.

HR Teachers should be the 'way' , by which the 'Authority' get to know about these 'Extraordinary' Students among the 'Defective' students.

"....."

No, its not enough. I cant take this 'Academy' lightly. This is a 'Game' afterall. I have to focus. More.

Ah.

"What is the time?" I gaped as I turn to see 7.20 PM. Guess there is Four Minutes.

I tied my waist length hair into Pony Tail, as my hair fluttered.

"All good."

7.23 PM.

I wore my shoes and moved forward to his Room. I changed the destination because I dont want 'Privacy Intrusion' ; I told Airi that. During our way back from School, she told about informing the change of the Meeting Place to him. Also said, Ayanokouji was alright with it. Guess he didnt mind.

7.30 PM. The timing's right. I pressed his Room bell button.

Not even a second. The door opened. He must've been anxious for 'Us' meeting. Oh right, He doesnt know Airi will not come right? Its interesting now, I ll just pull out some fun then. I looked at him. Wearing a T-shirt and Shorts.

He is surprised, huh?

"Will you keep staring? Or will you allow me to come inside?" I said while putting hands into the pocket. So much fun.

"...No, please come in." He said while making a way. Is he alarmed at my presence? I dont think so.

I was amused. So much. I was having fun. Real fun. Though, I wore my usual 'Stoic' face.

I went inside his room. Very normal. Like mine. Still cozy. Spacious. I like it.

I noticed stares. But not at me, but my legs? Leg fetish?

"Stop staring at my legs, already. Pervert ". I mentioned the word 'Pervert' sarcastically. So he is interested in Legs huh?

"What? I wasn't particularly 'staring' at it though...'' He said it calmly but he furrowed his brows eventually continuing staring.

"Then, mind If I ask what you are doing right now?" I let my body rest on one of the walls, as I criss-cross my feet, while my arms crossed.

I noticed his eyes distracted from my legs. Heh. How pitiful.

"Where is Sakura?" He asked.

So he is finally aware?

"What do you think, will she come or not?" I asked knowing the obvious answer.

He told, that since I was her 'Friend' I should know her whereabouts.

"What a nice way to put your 'doubts' Ayanokouji.." I thought.

"Of course, I know, but which one would You prefer, Ayanokouji Kiyotaka?" I stared at him , waiting for his 'Twisting' Answer as I continued. "Would you rather want Airi to come or not come? I can always call her if you want." I declared.

Without hesitance, he answered that He is better off with Either of them.

Hmm. Trying to hide the fact you dont want her around huh? The answer, you gave was expected.

I didnt falter the eye-contact with him.

Rather it was so entertaining, that it made me 'Smirk'. What an interesting guy.

"Even if you say that, and even if your face is 'gesture-less' which gives the other partner a sense of insecurity. Do you think your eyes would lie? Ayanokouji?" with a pause I continued. "Your pupils are dialated."

I was waiting patiently for his answer. Not from his mouth, but, from his gestures and body-language.

Even someone who tends to have 'manipulation' in their blood, cant really manipulate themselves huh?

I concluded, "You were tensed with the fact, if she were to come. Concluding, you'd want a 'discussion' between Us. Not including Airi."

Isnt this Interesting, Ayanokouji?

" I dont have a choice right? Cause You wanted the same thing."

Oh, So he knew. Your true colours are showing now huh?

"How so?" I am curious how you knew.

"Remember you said you can always call her? Which would imply, she had no chance of coming today. You wanted to 'interrogate' me for your own pleasure."

He suspiciously eyed at me.

I continued to smirk. This is way too much interesting. Its a good thing I came to this 'Academy'.

After all these years, I have now faced a Worthy 'IT'.

"Absolutely correct intuition Kiyotaka. I expect no less from the person who is constantly 'observing' others." I was really impressed. Really.

"...Really, who do you think I have my suspect on?"

Hmm. That question was surely unexpected. So want to know my view-point? I ll gladly welcome you to know it then.

"Accordingly said, maybe Ms.Chabashira? Me? " I declared it. I was sure of the answer I gave. But to let him answer the following, I just 'specifically' put a Question mark. For amusement.

" I anticipated this answer from you. You are not here to 'discuss' are you?" How come you surprise me, yet satisfy my intentions?

"Not quite. Arent you also thrilled at this 'interrogation' ? Didnt you wait patiently for this moment?" I focused on the word 'Interrogation'. For him to take a notable form of it.

"Shall we start? 'Interrogating' then?" He asked the real deal. He may not be interested in his usual surrounding but, he seems interested in the conversation, now.

Are you thinking the same as me?

"Quite well, I guess its time for the real conversation to follow right?"

"Yes...I suppose."

"I shall start. Regarding the issue with the 'Gradation System' what do you think the criterion should be specifically?" So, tell me, I am curious. So curious.

"The 'Gradation System' , 'Point System', 'Examination' are inter-connected with each other. " He finally confessed. I was dying to know this. Even though I knew.

"Correct. Accordingly of what I learned, the merits will be collected by over all performance not only in Academics but also how you fuction around the school premises except The Building of the school. " I continued. I was relieved with the fact that he is really one of those.

"You're implying that they know our actions 24X7 ?" Huh? I didnt mention that The students are being monitored, right? Then...

"Yes, I know. And so do you." I asked. Will you ask me now, 'Why? I think like that?' Please do.

" How did you?" Great. You asked for it. It is YOU then.

The room filled over with our quiet voices. It was more like a 'Whisper' talk, kind of thing.

"You did follow me to the 'store' right?"

"What are you talking about?" Hmm. I hoped that , you would do a better job at this question, guess not.

I maintained the eye-contact he made and continued.

"You knew about the ' Surveillance Camera'. " I sighed.

"....You think I am giving you a False statement?" So he wont say that easily huh.

"You mentioned the fact yourself about the 'camera' vaguely." Guess I am gonna tell you the 'Truth' which you know. If you are desperate, that is.

"When?"

" I never pronounced the fact, about the students getting watched 24 X 7. But you caught it up, like it was in the tip of your tongue. It made me realise two things." Oh well...here you go. How will you answer to those which I ll be mentioning huh?

"First, you were 'stalking' me with no sense of harm, assuming you wanted to observe my understandings."

"And?" He asked suspiciously. Hmm.

"Second, you saw the ' surveillance camera' at that dark hidden spot."

Yes. Here you go. Now. Lets see your 'Answering' ability or 'Declaration' ability.

But about him being the 'stalker' I still have some doubt. Maybe he saw the 'camera' earlier?

".....Very well. Yes I did all of the both mentioned."

"So it was you huh?" I laughed. I cant believe. It was true...then should I be happy about it or furious? Because he 'did' stalk me? But the 'Declaration'made me laugh. I though he's gonna answer back.

"I never saw your face. You know?" Lets make the conversation a little light.

"Actually, I kind of assumed it was you. Thus, I wanted to check it out." I continued.

"Guess, your plan worked well." He wasnt furious or tensed that I saw right through him? Hmm. Patient guy.

"Yea , you could put it in that way. Anyway, Students are observed 24 X 7 to look for the 'Defective' ; Presentation of the class along with Academics plays an important role in 'Gradation System'. And?" I waited for his continuation.

"And , The 'Dry-Test' if considered to be a medium through which each Student's Capability is measured then marking students like Ike Kanji and Yamauchi Haruki ; carefree students who is disposing their 'Points' lavishly ; Performance NOT upto the mark. Students who are necessarily not interested in Lessons taught. Concluding, The 'Class Performance' is low. " As expected from you Ayanokouji Kiyotaka, you undoubtedly threw the dart in the right 'center'.

" Yes...that implies the fact that, 'Actions' will be taken in consideration while giving out certain 'Points' to the students. But then, what kind of 'Action'?" Seriously what kind of 'Actions'. Do you know?

"Do you really dont know the answer, or are you keen to know my perspective?" So, you don't believe my words huh? Great not that its your fault. Heh.

"I undoubtedly thought about the question, in this moment." I said it as truthfully as I could. Now it depends. How you take it.

"Truth to be told, I dont know what kind of 'Actions'." He concluded.

"So I guess, we got the hold of the 'System' for now." I went and sat on his bed. My legs hurt. A little.

"I think we will have our answers soon..." I said. Also I am relieved in many ways. Guess talking to you worked.

"How come?" He asked.

I, connected my eyes with his Red-Brownish maroon eyes.

"Intuition." I spoke quickly.

"I see, only time will tell." He reassured.

Did he think 'Intuition' is lame? I dont care though.

"Yea..By the way, what do you think of Kushida Kikyou?" I asked suddenly.

He looks like he was surprised at the sudden question about Kushida Kikyou.

"Kushida Kikyou? Why her?" Hmm. Expected. 'Why?'

"It just feels surreal. You know?"

"In what sense? Are you talking about her being all 'Happy-Go-Lucky' attitude?"

"Kind of. Its just feels so unreal, how a person can be that smiley with others,at every second. Words should collide alongside opinions, you know?"

"I guess...But why are you specifically talking to me about this? I expect, that you can find the answer to your question by yourself." My goodness, he really is Straightforward. I love it.

"True, I dont need that much help." I stood up and came close to him. "But I cant help it, when it comes to you. I want to learn more of your observations. And knowing, you are sort of like me, makes it more unbelievable." There I said it. How do you feel now? Kiyotaka?

I entwined my eyes with him.

"I might be like you, true. But, doesnt that mean you should wary me?" He IS conscious of that huh?

"I want to 'Wary' you Ayanokouji Kiyotaka, but its interesting in whichever way I see it." I smiled in an eerie manner. "I guess we are into this 'Game' now. Arent we?" I continued and concluded alongside asking for his opinion.

"The look on your face tells me You dont trust me." I thought.

"You dont trust me huh? Great, the feeling is same. But, dont deny the fact we are into 'this' together.Understand?" I made the statement clear. Its a 'Yes' or a 'Yes' Question.

"Must be it, then" He said it cautiously.

I gave him a near generous smile. "Thanks for your cooperation, I expect you to have a Goodnight then. Please excuse me for my intrusion today." I made it professional. Of course, We dont trust each other. We 'Wary' rather. So it is kind of 'Professional'.

I left from there. I felt a slight sniff. Did he just 'smelled' my hair? He really is a 'Pervert' huh?

I went out and closed the door.

It was 9.15 PM. Dorms should be closed by 9.45 PM at most.

The 'Interrogation' went well. But, I still havent cleared my doubts. I was halfway already. But.

I hurried towards his Dorm. I sped-walked. Not gonna run ofcourse in this time.

I knocked the door.

It took some time to open. Guess he was waiting for me that time.

Atlast the door opened.

"What are you--" He was going to ask but I interrupted.

"Tommorrow at my room. Room 13. Ground Floor. 7:45 PM. Got it?" I ordered.

"Why? Didnt we talk already?"

"You think we 'discussed' even 10% of our 'observations'?"

"Maybe....not?"

"Also I am not giving you any option of whether to come or not. "

"Guess, I dont have any choice."

"Correct."

"Fine then. Is there anything else you want?"

"For now, No. I ll take my final leave then. Sorry to disturb."

I walked off, for sure this time. And I went to my room.

"Great going, for now" I mumbled.