August 20th

#### **Plot**

Clair Moretti mentions how her trigger finger's itching. Johnathan Lane comments that her trigger finger's always itching. The mob boss says something's telling her to shoot Mukuro Ikusaba. Johnny heavily expresses to her to not do that, asking her if she's truly that suicidal. Clair answers that she isn't.

Later, while looking through binoculars, Johnny spots a vessel approaching the fort and he can't help but ask why Junko Enoshima's here. At the same time, another boat approached, having followed Enoshima. Upon boarding off the vessel, Junko remarks how she thought she'd be more excited. When the other boat reaches the shore, Nagisa Shingetsu runs off and after Junko, asking what she's doing at Fort Knox. Junko repeats the question and simply shrugs to answer it, leaving Nagisa dumbfounded. She then asks her the same question, only to remark she doesn't understand why Mukuro Ikusaba's here either. Mukuro explains they found a note in Morse code at the Future Foundation HQ, saying something about Knox. Junko asks why they were there of all places. The soldier explains they were trying to locate the files on the Revival Project, which they found half of. Additionally, Mukuro explains that Kyoko Kirigiri was found in the basement, still a Despair, and sent her grunts after them, and is believed to half the other half of the files.

In Junko's mind, she is warned by Ryoko Otonashi to not do any stupid, to which the Queen of Despair "says" she will. She asks the Ultimate Soldier and Li'l Ultimate Social Studies why they need to know that information. Mukuro answers the file is needed for building a revival pod for Monaca Towa. Junko says they really don't need that file. Mukuro states they do, Nagisa especially, and that they need to find Kyoko again anyway. Nagisa expresses how they need to rebuild the pod and how time was running out to revive the Li'l Ultimate Homeroom. Pressing on the figurative brakes a bit, Junko remarks how nobody actually knows how to build those pods, and asks who cares about Kyoko. Mukuro confirms that nobody knows how to, and comments that she owes Kyoko two bullets. Junko calls back on how people say she has a death wish, which Mukuro confirms, just for Junko to clap back that she does as well. Mukuro's defense is that she isn't as reckless as her sister is. Again, Junko is asked what she's doing here. She answers with a shrug once more. Mukuro says Junko knows why she's here.

Hearing Junko holler that she isn't going to kill them and knowing she's lying, Ryoko begins to "speak up" in Junko's conscience. The analytical Despair Sister shouts "Can it, ginger!". Mukuro casually tells her to tell Ryoko "hi". Junko says Ryoko can hear her. Mukuro slightly smiles, directly greeting Ryoko this time. Ryoko reacts within Junko's mind, to which she lets her sister know that the amnesiac redhead says hello in return. A bit surprised about how Ryoko is still present, Nagisa comments how she must be unable to communicate as easily Hannibal can in her body. Hannibal surfaces to remind Nagisa that she's the alternate personality still, to which Nagisa remarks that she knows. She too then greets Ryoko. Mukuro's glad that Ryoko's okay. Junko, on the other hand, finds her annoying because she doesn't shut up. Mukuro then suggests the two to switch control of the body. Junko is very much against that idea. Mukuro asks why and she replies that she simply doesn't want to. Mukuro then suggests they take turns, but that's also turned down. Hannibal comments that he and Nagisa do it on the fly. Addressing them as Robo-Cop, Junko tells Hannibal to zip it. Mukuro scolds her, saying that's not nice. Seemingly unfazed, Hannibal says it doesn't make sense.

Beside Johnny is Clair, watching this whole interaction go down from within the fort. Johnny notes how it appears Mukuro and Nagisa are trying to prevent Junko from doing something dumb, which seems familiar. Clair tells him to not make her laugh, and that as long they aren't pounding the fort's door, he ought to keep an eye on them preferably through the lens of a sniper rifle. Johnny remarks that he's already on that. Meanwhile, Junko has now called Nagisa/Hannibal Terminator, telling them to shut up once more. Hannibal comments how that name probably works a bit better. Disappointed, Mukuro utters her sister's name, to which Junko defends herself with the fact she said "please" this time. Commenting it's still rude, Mukuro instantly drops it and readdresses how they're all here for a reason. With Mukuro on her sights already, Clair is ready to take any reason to shoot at the soldier. Johnny notices and brings up why she's always willing to shoot her, stating that they both hate each other for no reason. Clair reminds him that they shot one another and that he knows how it goes. The Despair Queen plucks a grenade out of her cleavage and refuses to put it back when Mukuro tells her to. The other Despair Sister attempts taking it from her but fails. Johnny swears about how he's sick and tired of this. Mukuro tells Junko that although she doesn't like them either, she can't let her keep trying to kill them. Junko refers to the grenade as only ice meant for emergencies. Mukuro points out that it is, in fact, a grenade and that they're not having an emergency. Exercising her analytical prowess, Junko tells Mukuro that they're likely ready to attack her right now. Mukuro says they haven't right before looking over her shoulder at the fort, noticing two rifles aimed at her.

Asked by her sister if she's willing to bet her life on that, Mukuro retorts that Junko's gambling her life every time she comes here. Junko says she didn't think Mukuro would, slowly walking over to the fort. Sighing, Mukuro tries pleading Junko to not attack them, limping after her. Clair instructs Johnny to keep his aim on her, to which he responds "What aim?". Visibly, the mob boss grins about Mukuro's limp. Johnny facepalms. This is when Junko attempts climbing the fort. Shouting no and how she'd be a shitty sister for letting her do this, Mukuro pulls her back down. Johnny instructs the Moretti Mafia goons to kick Junko down if she gets up there, telling them to avoid killing her. Clair mistakes this as him telling her to do, stating that she can't. He clarifies that he was addressing the grunts. The grenade clenched in Junko's teeth, Mukuro continues pleading, saying she isn't a suicide bomber. Her sister tells her to relax and that she's planning to chuck the grenade in. Mukuro warns her that she'll get shot. Junko counters, saying not if she shoots first. Johnny curses at the sight and realization of Junko having a grenade. Just in case, Clair grabs a baseball bat.

Johnny sets out a warning to Mukuro, stating that they will shoot if Junko does chuck the grenade in. Junko warns Mukuro that they are going to shoot her. Mukuro tells her to knock it off and that she's the one with a grenade out. Clair's eyes remain locked upon the soldier. Hearing Junko, Johnny clarifies that they'll shoot her only, only to snap at Clair for keeping her sights on Mukuro when Junko's the one hauling a grenade in her mouth. Clair reveals that the grunts are aiming for the Despair Queen while she keeps her attention on her sister. Junko further points out to Mukuro that they have rifles and asks her if she's ever tried fighting a fire with a water gun. Mukuro shouts out to her sister that she's fighting fire with gasoline. Cheekily, Junko says it's a grenade she's fighting with, not gasoline. Johnny reasons that their best shot, that being Clair, would be their best chance at taking out Junko. He says she'd likely be able to know where to go to avoid fire from everyone but her. Reluctantly, Clair sets her sights on Junko. To herself, Junko says she may still have a flamethrower. Johnny pokes his head out the window, yelling at Mukuro to just grab her sister already because she's obviously not listening to her. The Ultimate Soldier sighs and tries once again, telling her sister that she doesn't understand. Looking at Mukuro, Junko expresses her desire to not get shot and asks if she does. Clair wonders aloud if they've even asked why these Grad Hall residents came here. Johnny states that isn't all that important right now.

Settling on that answer with a "fair 'nuff", Clair keeps scoping Junko. Mukuro continues speaking to her sister, reminding her that she's come to an island where everyone wants her dead. Swapping out the grenade for the flamethrower, Junko fails to see the problem and rationalizes that she can just kill them. Clair orders Johnny to go pilot Big Bang Moretti just in case. He does so without a word. Meanwhile, Mukuro has commanded Nagisa to go ask them about the note. She pleads more with Junko, stating that she isn't a soldier and that'll she get herself killed. She asks her to think about why she's always done the dirty work, and tells her that she has a death wish. Junko tells Mukuro that she's wrong about having a death wish and rather that she's just stopped caring. At the gate to the fort, Nagisa stands, inquiring if she can speak to the godfather. The grunt stands by, letting Clair wheel on down and open the gate to speak to the kid. She asks him why the fuck Junko is here and armed. The only explanation the blue-haired child has to offer is that Junko's insane and has a death wish. She explains that she and Mukuro are here for completely different reasons. Mukuro questions why her sister has to do this. Junko says she doesn't have to and Mukuro bluntly tells her not to since they aren't worth it.

Clair gives Nagisa the go ahead to tell her their business. Showing her the half of the file they found, Nagisa asks if Clair knows anything about it and if Kyoko Kirigiri has come by yet. Clair says no to both questions, asking why they would even know about that and why Kyoko would come to Fort Knox when she's a "despair freak". Nagisa has no idea but says she had a note that read "Hall 0 Knox 1". Clair dismisses it, claiming it to be bullshit and actually having nothing to do with Fort Knox. Nagisa accepts that possibly being the case but would like them to let the Grad Hall know if they see her. They really need the other half of the file from her. Junko asks if she can barbecue them now. Mukuro remarks this is why she seriously misses Ryoko. Clair tells Nagisa that if they see Kyoko, she'll be shot dead. The only reason she isn't shooting Junko right now is because of Mukuro. Mukuro threatens to shoot back if they do shoot Junko. Her sister simply shrugs and tells them to do it. Clearing her throat before continuing on, Clair repeats that if they see Kyoko, she'll end up dead and they'll be sure to let them know of that. Nagisa expresses the desire for that to not occur.

Getting confirmation that the note says 'Hall 0 Knox 1', Junko's eyes light up with realization and she calls the others dumb. Mukuro says they know it's a score but they aren't taking it at face value and that they seriously aren't that stupid. Junko suggets that it's a red herring and Mukuro says that's why they're here - to find out. Fort Knox crushed Future Foundation and Grad Hall hasn't done anything, explains Junko. Asked by Mukuro for the point, Junko sighs and further elaborates that Kyoko views it differently. Having the note to see for herself would help. Mukuro tells her to get it from Nagisa, to which she asks if she has to. Met with no response, she loudly drags out the word "sis". Once Mukuro acknowledges her call, Junko asks once again if she has to go to Nagisa for the note. Exasperated, Mukuro recaps how Junko wanted to climb the walls of the fort five minutes ago but yet can't be bothered to go through a gate. Junko goes "What?", not seeing the problem here. Mukuro asks what she means by "What?". Junko explains that gates are boring, to which Mukuro calls her boring. Junko agrees with that and allows her sister to take her hand guide her to the gate. Mukuro limps still, due to her shot legs. Junko still has the flamethrower in hand as she gazes at the gate. Kindly, Mukuro tells her "no flamethrower".