A Little Bird Once Told Me

Super High School Level ☆ Informant Someone once said that ignorance is bliss. I prefer to think that it is merely the precursor to oblivion. I'd much prefer to be enlightened. ( Independant Dangan Ronpa OC blog ) (( Faceclaim - Ryo Unami from Lux-Pain ))

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Flowers? Was he talking to me?, Tomoko thought. She never expected to be referred as ‘flower’ or at least, ‘cute’. Tomoko was always referred to as ‘weirdo’, ‘ugly’, ‘asocial’ and other really mean things, since Middle School. She wasn’t that surprised, but she surely was… Surprised. She then decided to greet the young man, at once.

"Ah…! Um… Good afternoon to you, Ryu-kun. I’m a student at Hope’s Peak too…! I’m a SHSL Computer Expert. And my name is Tomoko mi." she said firmly. Well, this dude was sure good-looking, but it was too soon to give a proper opinion, wasn’t it?

"Ah! Don’t worry about it. If I’d ever need help, I’ll be sure to ask you. And, same for me! I’d be glad to repay the favour, with some help, if you’d ever ever need some." she then coughed and stayed silent for a moment. "Um…" Tomoko started a bit unsure. "Sorry, if I ask, but… Do you have some… Food with you…? I’m just a bit hungry- In case, I’m really sorry! I didn’t want to disturb you-"

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"Tomoko-san, huh? That's a lovely name." Ryu grinned, though it was hard to tell how serious he was from his smile, it was just permanently warm. Like a teddy bear's. "Ah, my a computer expert! I never was very good with them, I've always preferred to write by hand so I never really used one. Though, the internet is an excellent source of information, I always found using it to be...well, cheating for my profession. Being paid by someone for information they could have accessed for free... ah that just feels dirty, don't you think?"

"But this is my first time studying in a school, so I feel as though I'll have to learn the skill for my coursework. Hopefully I may be able to count on an expert such as you to teach me." Ryu's grin widened before he let out a small sigh, turning his gaze to the school building itself. "I must say I'm a little nervous to have classmates. I'm so used to doing everything at my own pace, I was never very good with a schedule. My business is just as flexible, I never know what any clients will come knocking. Will be a bit hard to run it from a boarding school..."

"Ah? Food? Well I have some Karamucho on me! I'm not sure if you like spicy foods, but I'm personally a fan of them. Have you ever tried these? They're a very easy to come by snack food for me, and you can't go wrong with potato chips!"

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The slightest of smiles found its way onto the Auburn female’s lips as she tucked a few stands of coppery hair behind her ears. Giving a gentle curtsey, she spoke softly towards her new classmate. “It is a pleasure to meet you too, Ryu-san. I’m very flattered you would deem me ‘lovely’, and you are correct. I too am a student here. My name is Momoko Kitagawa.”

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"Ah, but why would I not call you such? I am no liar, after all." Ryu chuckled a bit, for neither was he a charmer, he was merely observing. And it was rare he didn't address a woman as lovely, it just seemed like the proper thing to do. He said it from a professional standpoint, though that did not mean the compliment was worthless either.

"A pleasure to you as well, Kitagawa-san." Ryu nodded his head, committing her name to memory. "Might I ask what your talent is? You appear a woman with a good mind, so I am intrigued."

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shslcomputerexpert

"My my, this school certainly has some lovely young flowers." Though whether Ryu was making a reference to the literal flowers or in comparison to this girl's beauty was anyone's guess. He wasn't necessarily a charmer, but sometimes he just felt the need to compliment vaguely, just to see how people would take it. Would they be vain and automatically assume that of course, it had to be about them? Or would they be flustered and shy and wonder if it was? Or would they take him literally and reply about the actual flowers? It was a fun experiment of his, but he meant no harm by it.

"Afternoon, miss. My name is Ryu Uccello. A new student here at Hope's Peak. I'm a Super High School Level Informant, and as such if there's anything you need help with, don't be intimidated to ask."

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"I do not believe we have met before, young lady. It is a pleasure." Ryu gave a small bow, rather formal for an introduction but that was just the type of person he was. It was easier to act with respect towards everyone, even if he meant nothing by it. Bowing to Ryu was a habitual action, not a tradition. It had no meaning.

"My name is Ryu Uccello. It's a pleasure to meet such a lovely classmate. At least, I hope that's not too assumptive, I just figured that if you were admiring the school grounds you just me a student."

[shslquizbowlchampion]

"You know, I’m actually trying to start up a quizbowl team here at Hope’s Peak. I’ve got one contestant in mind already, but I was wondering if you’d be interested in joining?"

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"You'd really want someone like me on your team...?" Ryu was a bit surprised by the invitation, as he'd never been part of a team before. Or any sort of club. He'd never been affiliated with anything, because he believed that it was dangerous for his position. He almost laughed to himself for even thinking about that over something as simple as a school club. Maybe he really was getting paranoid.

"I'd love to! I've never gotten to be part of a club before! I've always been home-schooled, so I'm afraid I might be a bit awkward at first. And, if it is alright to inquire, who is the other you were thinking of asking? I figure I should probably introduce myself at some point."

[shslquizbowlchampion]

"It’s a deal! I’ve been looking forward to having a quizbowl match at this place! Of course, it’s not like anyone could beat me, but some people, you included, could probably hold up well for a while."

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"I'm not so naive to believe I'll stand a change, but perhaps I can hold your interest." Chuckles a bit to himself for a moment. "Most of my knowledge is rather skewed anyways since I'm asked to find certain answers rather than seeking them generally."

"Also well, I was homeschooled. So to be honest, I've...never actually been in a match or anything."

[shslquizbowlchampion]

"Super High-School Level Quizbowl Champion. I’ve beaten the best teams worldwide, on my own. So you’re an informant? For the military, I presume?"

[informationsymphony]

"Ah, I'm afraid that I don't particularly work for anyone as of yet. I prefer to think of myself as a free agent."

"Though recently I have done some jobs here and there- ah well you would say they were unscrupulous but I prefer not to think of anything in my work line as such."

"But my, you must have a wealth of information with such a formidable tightly! Perhaps one time we should have a match? I'd like to see you in action myself."

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Headcanon - 002

Ryu is extremely fascinated by anything that is traditionally Japanese. He finds the history and culture of the country to be very noble and beautiful and will often go on and on about it when ever he's given the chance. He even gets a bit starry-eyed when talking about certain things, such as the art of the tea ceremony or the traditional Japanese funeral and burying rituals.

Ryu's mom was born in a rural town but moved to Tokyo when she entered college because she was not fond of the country life, however Ryu adores it and will always ask his mom about what it was like growing up, much to her exasperation since he'll get her to tell the same stories over and over again. She prefers the city and is glad that she moved, but Ryu tells her she was lucky to experience that sort of life, as it sounds like something so grand and pure, right out of a romance novel.

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"A-Ah, hello there miss! There is something...quite interesting about you, but I can't place it. Forgive me if it seems like I'm staring, I have no intentions to offend you."

Ryu followed his words with a slight bow, hoping that a respectful gesture might ease the tension he unintentionally created. He was used to there being tension, but he always felt a bit of guilt if he was the source.

"Ah, but where are my manners. My name is Ryu Uccello. It's a pleasure."

[shslquizbowlchampion]

"Well, at least someone here respects brains as the superior force. Nice to meet you. I’m Masaru Oshiro.”

[informationsymphony]

"Of course! The mind is much stronger than anything else. After all, one cannot shoot a gun without first knowing how it's done." Ryu chuckled a bit before giving the other a respectful bow.

"A pleasure to make your acquaintance, Oshiro-san. My name is Ryu Uccello, and I am a Super High School Level Informant. Might I ask as to what your title is?"

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Catching sight of the other pacing off, Takeo quickly trailed after him, albeit keeping a couple of paces behind. It certainly was a grand entrance, which pleased him, considering he thought it fitting. Keeping silent, he listened in carefully to the conversation, a brief and small scowl forming on his face because— because that was entirely preposterous. Being the kind of person he was, the raven-haired man refused to believe that anyone could be higher than him, and he knew plenty, did he not? Such thoughts stayed contained in his mind, and he gave a pleasant smile and a nod, as if agreeing, since there was no need to let on to his actual thoughts. Nodding and staying in agreement was the perfect way to go, and besides, he could definitely fool anyone he wanted, couldn’t he? What kind of actor would he be if he couldn’t?

"I suppose people simply don’t want to move out of their comfort zones," A sigh, along with a forlorn look passed on the young man’s face, tapping his chin as if in thought. "Mm… Well, really, I don’t believe in such things either. People are far too disagreeable about nearly everything in existence to ever reach an agreement on anything. And besides, if everyone agreed on everything, what would there be to talk about? No one would be able to take conversations much of anywhere if they were simply agreeing with each other at every turn of the way…” Takeo clicked his tongue, hands clasped behind his back as he glanced around the school grounds while they continued to move. Of course he didn’t believe in something like world peace, that was just a ridiculous dream put out by people who never wanted anything to be any different— at least, that’s how it was in his mind. To each their own, he supposed, even though he assured himself he was right about everything he said. Stroking his own ego, one could say.

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Ryu found it interesting that the other trailed along behind him, and thought to himself if there was any meaning to that. It wasn't that Ryu was paranoid and believe in nothing but selfishness out of other people, but as someone who had worked so long in a business where ulterior motives should be not only suggested but expected, he tended to wonder about these things. Ryu was never very friendly, and he didn't mean that in a harsh manner, or that he didn't trust anyone, as after all he was very close with his own family and appeared every bit the loving son he was. He enjoyed spending time with the elderly as well, as they held a vast wealth of information and experience and he loved to listen to them tell stories of their youth, of history. He'd just always found it hard to approach people his own age, for they seemed so wild and really, unimaginable to him. Ryu liked to understand how people thought, and when he couldn't, the informant became nervous, often a little sick to his stomach. Humans were scary creatures in the end.

"It's sad. People miss so much of the world by hiding from it. After all, don't we live in such a beautiful one? Rich history and culture and tradition! I love all of it, don't you? Especially the traditions of Japan, they just feel...so spiritual without all the unnecessary force that religions cause to fall on people's shoulders, no this is natural, don't you--Ah, my apologies. Ever since I've moved here I've been very taken with the country. I tend to ramble." Ryu lowered his head sheepishly, a slightly flush on his face, for he'd found that many young people thought little of old traditions. "I suppose you are right, there would be little room for conversation. A black and white world has no life to it. A clear wrong or right has no meaning. Justice cannot be universal. Someone will always feel wronged. There will always be reasons to do a 'bad thing' no matter how much we try to avoid it. Life is full of conflict. Life is full of choices. And what may be the right one to you is the wrong one to another. it;s sadly, unavoidable. Being selfish is also unavoidable. I believe people put too many hateful words on traits of human nature that are merely that, nature."

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"Ah. That’s pretty cool, I guess. But I know I’d be terrified if someone came up to me already knowin’ my damn full name!" He cracked a small grin at the other, glancing down every now and then.

The other was being rather formal, which surprised David, but also hinted he should be a bit more formal in return.

"Yeah, Filipino. My family’s moved once or twice before, but this was our longest move to date." He shrugged. "I’m not totally used to it even still, though. I guess it’ll pass."

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"Well, if you think about it, your name is available in many places. A government registrar, your various forms of identification, or more easily accessible for others on the provided school register or the internet in general. Really, I suppose that's more of a scary thought, how easy information can be to find." Ryu chuckled a bit at that, always finding himself a bit thrilled by the dangerous realities that his position presented him with. He was not, by any means, a risky man, but it was more fun knowing he was vulnerable just like everyone else.

Ryu liked to feel human, after all.

"Ah? That's quite interesting. I was born in Italy myself, in a seaport town known as Bari. My mother is from Tokyo though, so we decided on a whim to move back here, and I must say I prefer the vast tradition and culture of Japan." Ryu smiled a bit, warm and friendly to show he meant nothing more than a simple thought by his words. "What about you? Do you prefer your home to here. And ah, if I may ask, what brought on such a big move? For me my family is merely...fickle."

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"My, my, you look like an intellectual type. This will be a fairly pleasant conversation then!" A warm smile crossed the informant's face, as he always felt at peace when he sensed that he could discuss something without being hindered by the childish tendencies of people his age. Though, he must admit he does expect a lot from the students of this school, as they were all the top of their field.

Whether Ryu felt that field was a valid enterprise or not was another story, but he would never say so out loud. He was careful to keep his views very silent.

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"That it would be…" Takeo murmured, gaze casting off to the side as he thought. As if it would be possible for this world to be any more dull than it already was; though, that was the opinion of a man who thought far too highly of himself. But really, he thought, the world needed more intelligence. Maybe then there wouldn’t be so many foolish, ignorant people in the world. And maybe then he’d get the recognition he thought he fully deserved, even though really, he didn’t. That was just his ego doing the talking.

"People seem to want to argue over far too many things… it’s really a shame," The raven-haired male shook his head, a disappointed expression on his face as he did, “After all, there’s no need to argue so much, right? If people ever want to truly reach world peace, or something like that…" Not like he actually believed in such things, but still, better to play the sympathetic, disappointed type than the ‘I don’t give a shit’ type, wasn’t it? Especially since he was one of the people who would argue over facts himself, but he wasn’t going to say that. Besides, there were only a slim few facts that he would be willing to put forth the energy on to argue about.

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Ryu started to pace a bit in the lapse of conversation, moving towards the grand entryway of the school, which was still closed even though the grounds themselves were open during the summer. Ryu always thought it was funny how Hope's Peak let anyone on them during it's off season, as if it was letting people see what they had no hope of obtaining. It was quite pompous of such an academy, but it brought a smile and a chuckle to the informant's face. "Knowledge is only gained by those who refuse to believe they are any higher or lower than anyone else. Information is quite an unbiased thing, and tainting it with personal feelings will never bring one enlightenment. Such, all the great thinkers were so isolated by their peers for refusing to play favorites."

"If only people just accepted change. That's the real problem. Humanity is too stubborn, and our want and will gets in the way of our evolution." Ryu lowered his head for a moment, as if he was saying a silent prayer for those misunderstood thinkers who had been cast out for believing in change and the possibility of reaching something higher than they were. "World peace. Ah, but you see, I'm not so foolish as to believe in that. Humans are incapable of peace. And conflict is what gives rise to more information. If there wasn't conflict, well, my friend, I'd be out of a job. No one needs answers when there's peace. And humanity would fall at a stand-still, never to evolve again. Is our continued strive for advancement a fair sacrifice for peace? I don't think so. But perhaps that's just selfish of me."

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"Oh, I have a lot more questions!", she said while jumping around a little, she couldn’t wait to tell him who he was! Then, he would surely become interested in this stuff just as she is! 

"What color are your eyes? How bad is your eye site? What’s your shoe size!"

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"You really are... interested." Ryu took another small step back, glancing to the left to avoid her gaze, sighing to himself. He felt a bit exposed. Sure, he was used to being questioned but never about himself. An information broker has no need for a personal identity, after all, and he had little of a life outside his occupation.

"My...eyes are hazel. I am nearsighted and it is pretty poor for someone of my age, but it is rather hereditary. I wear a size 29 in Men's footwear, ah but that's the Japanese conversion. I believe it would be about... ten and half in American conversion or... did you need European?"

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"Ya’ sure use a ton of big words, that’s for sure! Well, nice ta’ meet you, Uccello-chan! Information..?"

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"Ah well, I studied a lot as a kid. I suppose I just picked it up." Ryu didn't necessarily have an ego, he was just used to speaking with adults, but he was finding more and more they were more childish than those his own age.

"Oh, you know. Secrets. Where people are located. Things of that nature. I answer questions that people ask. I find the things that people have lost. All for a fair price, of course. It would be a hassle to do such for free. And what would a quite colorful lady like yourself be, if I may inquire?"

[shylonerbuilder]

"Ah…hey there!" David gave a small nod towards the other, a bit taken aback at the other’s quick recgonization but not completely surprised. 

"I bet if you did that, you might freak some people out, though. I mean, who’d expect someone to come up and know their name right off the bat? Spooky!" He jokingly responded, somewhat idly scratching his head. Truth be told, he didn’t exactly study who he’d be in class with, and he felt a bit bad for not being able to return the excitement the other seemed to have. 

"David Millamena. It’s nice to meet you too, Ryu." He blinked, not exactly sure how to take the greeting, and gave a weak grin and a wave. Formality wasn’t something he was exactly used to, and he didn’t know how to respond.

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"I suppose it is spooky, though I find not knowing things to be a little spookier. After all, I am in the business of knowledge. The world is much less scary when you know what's going to occur." Ryu chuckled a bit to himself, amused by his own perception of the world, almost like it was an inside joke. Though there was a part of the informant's heart that loved the unknown he never stopped seeking answers, and thus he found himself rarely surprised, but also rarely afraid.

"David? That's an odd name for one to have in this country. Though, I shouldn't talk seeing my own surname is Italian." Ryu thought for a moment, his expression looking like he was in pain but he'd always been told he looked odd when he was concentrating. "Ahh your last name it's... Filipino, correct? My my, that's quite a long way. Did you move to Tokyo with your family when you were younger, Millamena-san?"