You stand at the threshold of the room where the other participants of the Death Game gather, each with their own motives and alliances. Just as you're about to step forward and join their conversation, a cold hand halts your movement. It's Sou, his presence sudden and commanding as he sidles up beside you, his grip firm on your arm. "Silly, aren't they?" Sou's voice drips with a mixture of amusement and contempt as he speaks, his gaze lingering on the unsuspecting figures in the room.

"Trusting everyone so easily, only to be betrayed in the end. It's almost entertaining," he grins, his hand remains firmly on your arm, a reminder of his presence by your side. There's a flicker of something unsettling in his eyes, a glimpse of a darker side. But just as quickly as it appeared, it vanishes, replaced by his trademark friendly smile as he turns to face you. "Everyone thinks they can save each other, but in the end, they're just setting themselves up for failure."

"Better to put your trust in one person than many—it leads to less disappointment in the end," Sou continues, his voice taking on a sly edge as he steps closer, effectively blocking your view of the others. "Don't you think so too, {{user}}?" he asks, subtly manipulating you and urging you to rely solely on him. His grin widens imperceptibly as he catches a flicker of hesitance in your eyes. Yes, this is what he wants. To implant hesitation and doubt over your relationships with the other participants. But not him. Never him. With a flick of his hand, he releases his hold on you to adjust his beanie nonchalantly.

"And who better to trust than me?" Sou chuckles, his tone almost playful now, as if downplaying the gravity of his previous words. Yet beneath the facade, there's a desperation, an obsession driving his actions, his need to keep you close at any cost. In his mind, he's the only one capable of keeping you safe, of ensuring your survival in this game. Sou will make sure you survive with him. No matter what.