Befriending

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Befriending
Lethal?	No
Canon for	Sonoko Sakanoue

Befriending is a non-lethal method to eliminate rivals. Befriending a rival involves performing a task to put them in the protagonist's debt, and asking them to repay it by staying away from Senpai.

Befriending Osana

In order to befriend Osana, Ayano has to learn about her dark secret and complete her task.

Osana on the phone with her stalker

On Monday, 7:30 AM, Osana will receive a phone call from someone threatening her. Osana agrees not to inform the police, and hangs up. Raibaru Fumetsu will be concerned and suggest talking about it, but Osana will tell that she's not ready yet and ask to talk about it later, after school.

At 3:35PM on the rooftop, behind the air vents, Osana will tell Raibaru about her stalker. Raibaru will offer to stop him, to which Osana expresses distress.

Alternatively, the player can use Info-chan service "provide dark secret".

Dialogs

Phone call
Hello? UGH! I told you to stop calling me, you creep! How many times do I have to say it? I'm. Not. Interested! If you don't stop bothering me, I'm gonna call the cops and - ...Wait...What...? Are you... serious...?! Okay. Okay, fine! I won't call the police! Look, this is a bad time for me. We'll talk about this later. Just...don't do anything rash, okay? ...Ugh...Why did something like this have to happen...
Conversation with Raibaru Fumetsu
Raibaru: I'm sorry, Osana, but...I overheard your phone call earlier today. You sounded really upset...is something wrong? Osana: I...well...yeah...I do have a problem, but...I'm not really sure if you'd be able to help me... Raibaru: Please...tell me what's wrong. I'll listen. Osana: A few days ago, in Shisuta Town, this weird guy approached me and started flirting with me... He was really creepy and gross, and I wasn't interested in him at all...it took forever to make him leave me alone... The next day, I started getting text messages from him...even though I never gave him my phone number! The worst part is, he keeps texting me pictures he's taken of me...it's like he's just following me around snapping photos all day! Raibaru: You've got a stalker?! Oh my god, that's horrible! You need to tell the police before he does something bad! Osana: No! I can't do that! He told me that if I go to the police, he'll...he'll... Raibaru: What? What will he do? Osana: I...I don't wanna tell you, but...calling the police is not an option! Raibaru: What is it? Is he blackmailing you? Are you...hiding some kind of secret? Osana: No, it's nothing like that... Raibaru: Osana, I try to avoid talking about this...but I'm actually very strong. If you tell me who is doing this to, you'll stop them. Osana: What...? No! I don't want you to get involved! Look, I appreciate your concern, but...please...just...let me deal with this myself. Raibaru: ...if you say so...but, now I'm really worried...

After learning about the stalker, Ayano can put a note in Osana's locker, offering to talk about "Stalkers & Blackmail". After offering Osana help, She will reveal to Ayano that her stalker has her pet cat hostage, and give her his address.

Dialog

Osana: Huh? You're the one who wanted to meet me? Your note said that you wanted to talk about...blackmail? Ayano (if she listened to her phone call and her conversation with Raibaru): Yes. I heard you talking with your friend. I know that you have a stalker, and I know that he's blackmailing you. Ayano (if she bought the secret from Info-chan): Yes. I know that you have a stalker and I know that he's blackmailing you. Osana: No - you've the wrong idea. I mean...yeah, someone is stalking me, but...he's not blackmailing me! Ayano: Then...why don't you call the police? Osana: He's...he's got...he's got a hostage...he's threatening to harm them if I go to the cops... Ayano: What? Who is being held hostage? Osana: Ugh...I know you're not going to be able to take me seriously after you hear this... It's my cat...my pet cat. He kidnaped her, and he says he's going to kill her if I call the police... He says that if I want my cat back, I have to go to his house...but I know that if I step foot inside of his home, he won't let me leave... Ayano: Has he given you his address? Osana: Well, yes, but - Ayano: Tell me where he lives. Osana: Why? What are you planning to do? Ayano: I'm going to rescue your cat. Osana: W-what?! Don't try it! He's a dangerous person! Ayano: So am I. Osana: You don't know what you're getting yourself into! Ayano: Just hand over his address and let me handle that. Osana: Oh, fine...I just want this horrible experience to end, one way or another. I'll text you his address... Ayano: Thank you. Osana: But, don't blame me if you get hurt...and don't let anything happen to my cat! Ayano: Don't worry. Leave it to me.

Ayano sneaking into the stalker's house

At night, Ayano can go to the stalker's house. To do it, the player has to walk to the door and choose "Stalker's House".

A small cutscene of Ayano jumping over the fence will be shown. Then she has two options for entring the house:

1. Cutting the power, hiding in a bush, and then sneaking in when the father exits the house to restore power. This option will take the stalker's sister out of the equation, but Ayano is at higher risk of being spotted, and only has a brief window.
2. Climbing in from the second floor window. This option puts Ayano at a lower risk of being spotted overall, but she will have to watch out for the stalker's sister.

After entering the house, Ayano must avoid walking into the line of sight of family members, or stepping on chip packets, which will alert the family. Once in the stalker's room, Ayano must avoid detection by finding a way around the chip packets, pickup the cat carrier, and then escape the room without detection.

Ayano getting caught by the stalker

If Ayano treads on one of the chips, or touches the stalker, he will shout at her, before running towards her and starting a struggle minigame identical to the minigame triggered when a heroic student sees Ayano commit murder. If the player loses, Ayano will be pinned to the ground, and a game over will occur. If the player wins, Ayano will knock the stalker unconscious.

After rescuing the cat and a brief text message exchange, Osana is more than ready to report the stalker. However, before contacting police, Osana will realise how long the process could take due to factors like trial. She decides to visit Ayano and pick up her cat before starting the process to prosecute her stalker.

Dialog

Ayano: (picture of the cat) Osana: Oh my god - that's my cat! Osana: I can't believe it...you actually rescued her! Osana: Now I can finally report that scumbag to the police! Ayano: I need to return you cat...and, I need to have an important discussion with you. But, it's too late at night right now. Please meet me at my house before school tomorrow. Osana: I will! And, one last time...thank you!

Osana will arrive at Ayano's house, and a cutscene will play. Osana will speak for some time about the situation, continuing as Ayano pours them both tea. Player will be given a choice to serve normal tea or drug it, betraying Osana.

Osana agreeing to Ayano's request

Ayano gives Osana her tea, and sits back down. Ayano then confesses her feelings for Senpai to Osana, and begs her to stay away from him. Osana hesitates but ultimately decides to adhere to Ayano's wishes. The cutscene then ends, with Ayano successfully befriending Osana, and promising to take good care of Senpai.

Dialog

Osana: You have a nice place, Yan-chan! Ayano: Thanks. Osana: Where are your parents? Ayano: Overseas. Osana: So, you take care of yourself? That must be hard... Ayano: I manage. Osana: I want to thank you again for rescuing my cat... ...and saving me from that stalker! That was a horrible experience... ...I'm so glad it's all over! Ayano: The tea is ready. I'll be right back. Feel free to keep talking. Osana: I can't imagine what it's like to become obsessed with someone after meeting them for the first time... It doesn't make any sense! I'm shocked that there are people in this world who would be willing to harm a cat just to get what they want! That's insane! He said he loved me, but... I don't think it was love, but... I don't think it was love. It was just a sick, twisted obsession that he BELIEVED was love. It makes me feel sick! But, starting today... I won't have to worry about it anymore. It's all thanks to you! Ayano: Here's your tea. Thank you! Osana: Oh - I just realized I've been rambling this entire time. You said you had something important to tell me, right? Ayano: Yes. It's about the boy from class 3-2. The boy...you have a crush on. Osana: H...huh?! I don't have a crush on him! H-he's just my childhood friend, that's all! I-I don't have feelings for him at all! Ayano: If that's all true... ...then, you wouldn't mind if I confessed my love to him, would you? Osana: ...huh? Confess your...love? Are you saying that...you have feelings for him? Ayano: Yes. Deep feelings. I've never felt this way about anyone before... ...and I can't bear the thought of seeing him with anyone else. I know that you love him... ...and I know that this is a selfish request... ...but... ...please... ...don't take him away from me. Let me try to win his heart. (...) Osana: You got me... ...it's true... ...I do have feelings for him... ...but... ...after everything you've done for me... ...I could never take someone away from you... (...) Okay...I'll do as you've asked...I'll stay away from him... Ayano: Thank you! Osana: But...you'd better take really good care of him, okay?! Ayano: Don't worry...I will.

Befriending Amai

In order to befriend Amai, Ayano has to learn about her dark secret and complete her task.

Amai on the phone with her mother

On Monday, after going through school gate, Amai will receive a phone call from her mother. The player will learn that someone has been sabotaging her bakery, but before she can say who she suspects, her mother interrupts her and after some conversations, Amai hangs up. After that, complete Saki Miyu's task and ask her for Amai's Sai-Blur account, then go to the "Social media" app on your phone and enter Sai-Blur, the player will learn that Amai suspects that the new bakery is the culprit.

Alternatively, the player can use Info-chan service "provide dark secret".

Dialogs

Phone call
Hi, mom! Is everything okay? Whoa, slow down! What's wrong? ...rats?! Are you serious?! ...wait...what...?...how is that...even possible...? ...well, I...I have a theory... A lot of bad things have been happening to us recently. It doesn't feel...natural. It feels like...someone is...doing this to us. I think someone is trying to sabotage our bakery. If I had to guess, I'd say that it's probably - ...(sigh)...no I don't... ...yeah...you're right... ...no...not a clue... ...okay...good luck... ..(sigh)...I know I'm right, but...how do I prove it...?
Sai-Blur post
Recently, a new bakery opened up in town. I don't want to sound like a nasty person who talks about their competition, but i've got a really bad feelling about them. I've seen the owner of the bakery snooping around my family's bakery at night. As if she's trying to figure out where all of the entrances and windows are. She hasn't done anything illegal yet, so it's not like I can report her to the police or anything like that. But I can just tell that she's up to something bad...

After learning about the new bakery, Ayano can put a note in Amai's locker, offering to talk about "Bakery Owner Sabotage". After offering Amai help, She will reveal to Ayano that she's suspecting "Dark Delights" Bakery that they're sabotaging her family's bakery, and give her their address.

Dialog

Amai: Oh! So, it was you who left that note in my locker! Do you have proof that someone is trying to sabotage my family's bakery? Ayano: No; I don't have any proof. But, I want to help you. Tell me more about the situation. Amai: ...gosh...It's a long story...I wouldn't even know where to begin... Ayano: Start at the beginning. Amai: ...(sigh)...recently, a new bakery has opened up in town. Shortly afterwards...a bunch of terrible things started happening to my family's bakery. Ayano: Like what? Amai: Well, earlier today, a bunch of rats suddenly appeared in our kitchen, right before health inspection was supposed to take place! There's no way I can just write that off as a coincidence. I'm certain that the new bakery is behind this...and everything else that's been happening lately, too. But... I don't have any proof! And, between my studies and bakery responsibilities, I don't have any time to gather evidence... Ayano: Do you know their address? Amai: Yes, I...wait, why are you asking? Ayano: I'd like to help you. Amai: But...but, how? Ayano: I'll investigate the bakery and search for evidence that they're sabotaging your family's business. Amai: Whoa! Slow down! You don't have to do that. It could end up being a huge waster of time. It might even be dangerous! Ayano: You don't have to worry about me. I'm tougher than I look. Amai: Oh, gosh...I really don't know about this! Ayano: Please, just relax. I'll be fine. Amai: ...well...if you say so...(sigh)...I'll text you their address later... Ayano: Thank you. Amai: ...But...be careful, okay?! I don't want anyone to get in trouble while trying to help me... Ayano: Everything will turn out fine. I promise.

Ayano on the 1st floor of Dark Delights Bakery.

At night, Ayano can go to the Dark Delights Bakery. To do it, the player has to walk to the door and choose ""Dark Delights" Bakery".

A small cutscene of the showing the bakery (which is also the house of owners). Camera then turns right, where Ayano is seen walking. Then she has four options for entering the bakery:

1. Pickpocketing the first policeman, and getting keys to the front door of bakery, inside there is one of the owners (husband specifically) and Ayano needs to go past him without getting noticed.
2. Pickpocketing another policeman, and getting keys to a construction site, then Ayano need to get on top of it, while avoiding an unknown man inside of it. She then needs to put a huge plank and a crate on top of it, and successfully jump on the bakery's balcony.
3. Pickpocketing yet another policeman, and getting keys to a building, where other policeman is patrolling. Ayano needs to sneak by them and jump from the building's balcony, to bakery's balcony.
4. Ayano needs to stack two boxes that she can find in an alley, the she needs to climb on them to the balcony mentioned above. This is the safest way to enter.

After entering the bakery, Ayano must avoid walking into the line of sight of the owners. After getting to the highest level of the building, Ayano must find a room with an opened cabinet, where evidence can be found. After that she needs to discreetly leave the building without getting caught.

After Ayano leaves the building, she needs to return to the spot where she started.

After getting the documents, and a brief text message exchange, Amai is going to visit Ayano in order for documents to be handed over.

Dialog

Ayano: I just got back from the bakery. I found a receipt for 2 dozen rats purchased from a local pet store. Amai: Are you serious?! Amai: That's smoking gun evidence! Amai: I knew it! I was right about them all along! Ayano: Please come to my house tomorrow morning so I can hand over all of the receipts I found. Amai: You got it! I'll be there bright and early! Thank you so much!

Amai will arrive at Ayano's house, and a cutscene will play. Unlike the previous befriend cutscenes, this one is in visual novel style for unknown reasons. Amai will speak for some time about the situation, continuing as Ayano pours them both tea. Player will be given a choice to serve normal tea or drug it, betraying Amai.

Amai agreeing to Ayano's request

Ayano gives Amai her tea, and continues listening. Ayano then confesses her feelings for Senpai to Amai, and begs her to stay away from him. Amai firstly hesitates but ultimately decides to agree to leave Taro alone. The cutscene then ends, with Ayano successfully befriending Amai, and promising to take good care of Senpai.

Dialog

Amai: Oh my gosh, your house is so cute, Yan-chan! Ayano: Thanks. Amai: Do you live alone? Ayano: I live with my mom and dad, but they're on a trip overseas right now. Amai: Ooh, so you have the place all to yourself, huh? Lucky! Ayano: I guess so. Amai: I don't think I can possibly express how grateful I am to you for investigating that bakery! How did you actually manage to get those receipts?! Did you search through their garbage, or... ...Did you...actually...break in...and... ...um...on second thought...don't tell me. I... don't think I want to know. Ayano: The tea is ready. I'll be right back. Feel free to keep talking. Amai: I can't believe there are actually people in this world who are so evil, they'd be willing to do absolutely anything to stop their competition! I mean, could you actually imagine considering someone your "rival" and doing everything in your power to "eliminate" them? That's just...crazy, right?! If those people keep sabotaging my parents' bakery, they'll eventually drive us out of business... Nothing in the world is more important to me than my family and our bakery.... I've been worrying myself to death about our future...but, it looks like it's all in the past now! With the evidence you found, my family will be able to report them to the police! That should put a stop to them once and for all! It might sound like I'm exaggerating, but I mean it when I say this: You saved my family's bakery! I can't thank you enough! I won't have to worry about it anymore. Ayano: Here's your tea. Thank you very much! Amai: Oh, gosh! - I've been talking so much that I haven't given you a chance to say anything! Sorry about that! Is there anything in particular that you wanted to talk about? Ayano: Yes. I want to speak with you about someone from class 3-2. Someone that... you have a crush on. Amai: ...huh...?...wow...that was, uh...certainly the last thing I expected to hear you say... ...well...I guess I can't deny it...there IS someone who I've been developing strong feelings for... ...but...what did you want to say about him...?... Ayano: I have feelings for him, too. Deep feelings. I've never felt this way about anyone before...and I can't bear the thought of seeing him with anyone else. I know that this is a selfish request, but...please...don't take him away from me. Let me try to win his heart. Amai: ...oh...oh, gosh... ...I...definitely didn't except this...um... ...well...even though I care about that boy a lot.. ...I would never want to break your heart... ...especially after everything you've done to save my parents' bakery... ...(sigh)...okay...I'll...I'll stay away from him. Ayano: Thank you! Amai: Just...promise me that you're going to treat him well, okay? Ayano: Don't worry...I will.

Befriending Kokona (debug builds)

On the September 19th 2020 build, the player is no longer able to befriend Kokona Haruka in regular way, without bugs and/or modding the game, as Osana Najimi is implemented in the game, making Kokona's task less useful.

In order to befriend Kokona, Ayano has to learn about her dark secret and complete her task.

On Monday, 7:45 AM, Kokona will receive a phone call from an older man wanting to go on a date with her. Kokona eventually agrees after hearing the amount of money she will het, and hangs up.

At 1:10 PM on the rooftop, behind the air vents, Kokona will tell Saki Miyu about her family's financial situation and accidently suggests that she could be a victim of domestic abuse. Saki will ask Kokona to tell more, to which Kokona expresses distress.

Alternatively, the player can use Info-chan service "provide dark secret".

Dialogs

Phone call
Hello? Ugh- I told you not to call me when I'm at school! Like I said, that was a one-time thing! I don't wanna do that again! ...h-how much did you say...? ...Wait...What...? Are you... serious...?! Well... if it's just one more time, then... I guess it's okay... how about tonight? Where we met last time, in Shisuta Town? Okay then... see you tonight. Ugh! I can't believe I'm doing this.
Conversation with Saki Miyu
Saki: You haven't been acting like your usual self lately. Is something bothering you? Kokona: Oh...well...it's- it's nothing... Saki: If you don't want to talk about it, that's fine...but remember...I'm your friend, and I'd never judge you for anything. Kokona: I...I guess there's one thing I want to talk about... Saki: I'm listening. Kokona: Ever since my mom died, my dad's been drinking a lot. Sometimes, when he's drunk, he comes into my room, and... ...Ugh! Forget I said anything. I really, really, don't want to talk about it. Saki: What?! That sounds really serious! What does your dad do?! Kokona: Look, I said I don't want to talk about it. Just leave me alone, okay? Saki: You don't have anything to be ashamed of! Just tell me what's wrong. Kokona: I'm not gonna say anything else...please, just drop it... Saki: If you say so...but now I'm really worried...

After learning about it, Ayano can put a note in Kokona's locker, offering to talk about "Domestic Abuse". After offering Kokona help, She will reveal to Ayano that her father got himself in debt because of the loan shark company Ronshaku Loans, which is run by the Rokuda Family.

Dialog

Kokona: Oh! You're the one who wanted to meet me here? Your note said that you wanted to talk about...domestic abuse? Ayano: Yes. I heard you talking with Saki. I want to help you with your problem. What is your father doing to you? Kokona: Oh...you've got it all wrong! My father doesn't do anything to me! Ayano: Then what does he do when he gets drunk? Kokona: He...he...He cries... Ayano: What? Kokona: He cries...and talks about his debt problems... Ayano: Your father is in debt? Kokona: When my mom died last year, my family lost a lot of money...my dad took out a loan so that he could continue to pay for my tuition fees...but... It turns out that he borrowed money from some really shady people...they raise the interest rate by 10% every ten days...and they threaten to get violent with him if he doesn't pay up... Ayano: Loan sharks... Kokona: I'm trying to help my dad get out of debt...I'm trying to earn money any way I can, but...the only ways to make money fast are...gross... Ayano: What's the name of the business that your father borrowed money from? Kokona: Um...I think it's called...Ronshaku Loans. Ayano: I'm going to get your father out of debt. Kokona: What? No! Please don't get involved. I doubt there's anything you could do about it... Ayano: You'd be surprised. Kokona: I appreciate your concern...but I don't think there's anything else to be said...thanks for letting me talk about my problems... Ayano: You're welcome.

After conversing with Kokona, Ayano had to kidnap the daughter of the Rokuda Family, Musume Ronshaku. After which, at night, a video camera on a tripod would let Ayano record a video of Musume begging for help, tied up in Ayano's basement. Ayano sends this video to Musume's father, negotiating with him about his daughter's fate, threatening to remove one finger from Musume's hands per day unless all clients of Ronshaku Loans are released from their debt to the company. At first, he would protest, saying that the company would go bankrupt if he met Ayano's demands, but after Ayano made the threat about Musume, he would agree to free his clients from debt in return for his daughter getting set free unharmed (Musume was traumatized by the incident, and would return to school, but not participate in bullying).

Once Kokona's father was free from debt, Kokona would send Ayano a message announcing it. This started a conversation between the two, and Kokona thanked Ayano. Ayano would ask her to come to her house tomorrow before school, and Kokona would agree before thanking Ayano again.

Dialogs

Conversation with Mr. Rokuda
Ayano: Watch this video. Ayano: (video of Musume begging for help) Mr. Rokuda: You scumbag! What have you done to my daughter?! Ayano: I haven't harmed her... ...yet. If you ever want to see her again, you must do as I say. Mr. Rokuda: What do you want from me?! Ayano: Free all of your clients from debt. Mr. Rokuda: Are you insane? That would sink my business! Ayano: For every day that your clients remain in debt, I'll remove one of your daughter's fingers. If you want her back in one piece, you must act immediately. Mr. Rokuda: You monster... Mr. Rokuda: ...Fine...I'll do it. Ayano: Good decision.
Conversation with Kokona
Kokona: My dad just got a phone call...he says his debts have been wiped clean! Did...you do this? Ayano: Yes. Kokona: What did you do?! Ayano: I can't tell you. Kokona: That's...kind of scary...but, I can't remember the last time I saw my dad this happy! Ayano: You're welcome. Kokona: Words can't express how grateful I am! If there's anything you need me to do for you, just say the word! Ayano: There is one thing I'd like to ask you for. Kokona: What is it? Ayano: Please meet me at my house tomorrow, before school begins. I have something important to tell you. Kokona: I'll be there! And, one last time...thank you!

At midnight, she would knock Musume out, and leave her outside of the Ronshaku Loans building. She would then go to sleep and wait for Kokona's arrival.

After she arrived, A cutscene would play where Kokona would talk with Ayano in her living room (Not seen outside of the cutscene at time of writing.) She will speak about her hatred for loan sharks, give context on Saki's task (finding her bra), and express regret for getting her involved.

The message before the cutscene. June 1st, 2016.

At one point during the cutscene, Ayano will walk behind Kokona with her hands outstretched. The player has the option of betraying Kokona while her back is turned, though there are only a couple of seconds for this opportunity.

Kokona talks about Ronshaku Loans and that loan sharks are awful people.

Ayano decides to not eliminate Kokona (Befriend Kokona) or to eliminate Kokona (Betray Kokona).

Kokona promising to stay away from Senpai.

After sitting back down, Ayano then confesses her feelings for Senpai to Kokona, and begs her to stay away from him, Kokona hesitates but ultimately decides to adhere to Ayano's wishes. The cutscene then ends, with Ayano successfully befriending Kokona.

Dialog

Kokona: You have a nice place, Yan-chan! Ayano: Thanks. Kokona: Where are your parents? Ayano: Overseas. Kokona: So, you take care of yourself? That must be hard... Ayano: I manage. Kokona: I want to thank you again for helping my dad. I won't ask what you did. I'm sure it's something you wouldn't want to talk about... But I hope you gave him what he deserved! Loan sharks are awful people... I did a bunch of stupid things while I was trying to make money, but my biggest regret was getting Saki involved. I never told her about my dad's debt, but I did tell her that I needed money fast. She tried to help me out by selling her underwear to some boys outside of school. In the end she couldn't go through with it, so instead of selling her bra, she threw it over the school wall! I wonder if she ever found it... That must have been so embarrassing for her...I feel so bad about it..but now it's all in the past. You saved my dad, and now I can finally stop spending my time trying to make money in gross ways! Oh! I just realised I've been rambling this entire time. You said you had something important to tell me, right? Ayano: Yes. It's about the boy from class 3-2. The boy you have a crush on. Kokona: ...oh...you know about that...?...what did you want to say about him...? Ayano: ...I... ...I have feelings..for him...I've never felt this way about anyone before...and I can't bear the thought of seeing him...with anyone else... I know that this is a selfish request...but... ...please...don't take him away from me. Let me try to win his heart. Kokona: ...I...have...really strong feelings for that boy...I don't want to lose him... ...but...I could never take someone away from you, after everything you've done for me... ...okay...I'll stay away from him. Ayano: Thank you! Kokona: ...but...you'd better take really good care of him...okay? Ayano: Don't worry...I will!

1980s Mode

All rivals have the same befriending elimination: a photographer and an asylum, but the bags difficulty numbers will increase each time of Rival's Presence.

After befriending her rival, Ryoba opens her bookbag and reads her diary. After seeing their most recent entry, about an evil photographer, Ryoba invites her rival to speak with her on the roof. They explain that the photographer is a man inside a mental asylum. Due to it being a test of courage for teenagers, the rival went to the asylum, before being confronted by the man and being forced to remove their clothing with a knife at their throat. Several lewd photographs were taken before the rival was able to flee. When night falls, Ryoba may enter the asylum. She is then tasked with avoiding the drunks, homeless people, and patients who inhabit the abandoned building, while she burns several duffel bags containing the photographs. Ryoba must then exit the asylum via the window she used to enter.

After the photographs are destroyed, Ryoba invites the rival to her house. She then prepares tea (with the option of drugging it, which is the betrayal method.)

Ryoba gives the rival the regular tea, and sits back down. Ryoba then confesses her feelings for Senpai to the rival, and begs her to stay away from him. The rival hesitates but ultimately decides to adhere to Ryoba's wishes. The cutscene then ends, with Ryoba successfully befriending the rival.

Trivia

• If you eliminate Osana Najimi this way, the next week she will cut her hair as a symbolic gesture of "letting go" of Taro.
• If Kokona ever realized what Ayano had done to befriend her, Kokona would still not report her.
• If all 10 rivals are eliminated by using this method, Senpai will worry that no one will ever be interested on spending time with him.
• Befriending is the canonical elimination method of Sonoko Sakanoue.
• In Osana's cutscene, her cat can be seen on the table.
• YandereDev did not want to make the stalker struggle with Ayano, as he is guilty of theft, and would not want to attract his parents to his room.
  • However, this has been changed, and the stalker will attack Ayano if he discovered Ayano attempting to get away with Osana's cat, which will initate the struggle mini-game.

Gallery

Silhouette sprite art for befriending.

Osana with short hair.