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Go on, eat it!

How could you do that to me?

There's no way I could eat so much flesh.

You're not going to turn me into a cannibal. I'm human. I'm not like you

monsters.

So, if I'm a monster, then what the hell does that make you?

Please, you have to help me. I don't know what to do.

My whole world has been turned upside down.

That day has ruined my entire life.

Yeah, I bet it's rough.

I can't really say that I pity you, though.

You see, I've always wondered why humans love cake.

It tastes so disgusting to me that it makes me want to puke. But you guys sure

seem to enjoy eating it.

It must have been nice to live such a peaceful life.

One where you didn't have to live in fear of the CCG or other ghouls.

You think your life sucks now?

Give me a break.

This life is all I've ever known, so how do you think that makes me feel?

Well, buddy, answer me!

Thank you for watching!

Well, you're not a ghoul, I know that much.

But you're not human either.

A half -breed like you isn't going to last five seconds out here.

But I... I'm not... If you want to be a human so badly, then let's see how long

you last till you starve.

But I should warn you.

Starvation is utter hell for a ghoul.

That's enough, Toko.

Leave the poor boy alone.

But, sir... This must be hard on you.

Please come with me, young man.

Are you going to take him in? Of course I am.

Remember, it's our policy to help our fellow ghouls in their time of need.

Sorry, that took a while.

Here you go, son.

What's the matter? You don't like coffee?

I do.

It's just... Kaneki.

Take a good look at the cup in front of you.

Does it look strange?

No, sir.

It looks delicious.

Then why don't you give it a try?

Oh, wow.

It is delicious.

But every time I try to eat something, it tastes horrible.

Through the ages, coffee is the only thing that ghouls have been able to

the way humans do.

However, drinking coffee is not enough to satisfy our hunger.

Take this.

What is that?

When you need more, don't hesitate to come back.

There's plenty where that came from.

I don't get why you decided to help that kid.

I know you're upset, but do you remember the story on the news about an

emergency organ transplant?

Some steel beams fell and crushed two students who were standing beneath them.

The doctor took it upon himself to transplant the organs from the deceased

into the surviving young man's body.

But the girl who died in that accident...

It was Rize.

Wait, he was the guy?

Yes. He's had ghoul organs transplanted into him, and as a result, his life has

been forever changed.

You've got to be kidding me. This is the first time I've encountered this

situation, but I have a feeling that his body may be changing to become more

like ours.

Flesh! Flesh!

Flesh!

Flesh, flesh, flesh, flesh, flesh, flesh, flesh.

You're not a ghoul, but you're not a human either.

A half -breed like you isn't going to last five seconds out here.

Who cares if you're a half -breed? I don't see why it really matters.

Though you're not a human.

Well, you're not a ghoul either.

All that matters is you are still you.

I say you make the most of being a half -breed.

There's delicious flesh out there just waiting for you.

Watch. You're gonna love it. You'll see. As soon as you start eating it, you

won't be able to stop.

Yes, it's so good.

It'll put any state to shame.

Go ahead and eat it. You know you want to.

It's extra rare just for you.

Hey, have you ever been to the bakery that's in front of the train station?

have the yummiest stuff in there.

Dang it, Kaneki, how long are you going to skip class, you jerk?

Do you know how hard it's been for me? If you don't come back soon, I'm going

die of loneliness.

Whoa, easy.

Sorry, man. What's with the eye patch?

Is that some new trend I'm not hip to?

You know, it's funny.

All these years, and Hideo hasn't changed one bit.

Dang it! How long were you going to stay home, you jerk?

Do you know how hard it's been for me?

Hey, are you even listening to me? Earth to Kaneki!

Oh, uh, I'm sorry.

What'd you say?

I've got to go pick up some materials from Nishio. He's an upperclassman. Kind

of snarky, but he's okay.

You want to come with me?

Yeah, sure.

Hey, Kaneki, I don't mean to pry, but are you eating right?

You're looking a little pale.

You're going to have to eat better if you want to stay healthy.

Right, okay.

You can't get anything past T -Day.

I should have known that he'd be able to see right through me.

He's hypersensitive.

It's like he knows what I'm feeling before I do.

But he pretends that everything's cool for my sake.

What upsets me the most about all this is if I were to stop being human, I

couldn't hang out with him anymore.

Thanks for coming along. I think you're really gonna like him.

Who? Mishio?

Yeah, who else?

Like I said, he can be snarky, but he's cool. He's got this dark, mysterious

vibe. It's hard to explain.

This is it. Hey, Nishio! Jeez, you could have knocked first.

You always barge into places without any warning, Nagachka?

Sorry about that. I wasn't thinking.

Yeah, no kidding.

You know, nothing pisses me off more than people disrespecting my territory.

So, anyway, this is my friend Kaneki I was telling you about before.

Hmm.

Nishiki Nishio.

I'm a second year with the School of Pharmacy.

It's nice to meet you, Kaneki.

You wanted last year's numbers, right?

Yeah, but I'm only interested in the retail data.

Wish I could remember where I put it.

Oh, wait. It's probably at home.

Oh, seriously?

I don't live too far.

If you want, we can walk over there right now.

Walk over where? To your house?

That okay?

I need that data.

I'm sorry, buddy. I hate to ditch you, but it looks like we'll just have to

out some other time.

Okay.

Hey, Jay.

Excuse me. You mind if I tag along?

What's gotten into you?

Yeah, sure, that's fine.

It's not like I'm gonna let him in or anything.

Totally understandable.

But I gotta work this out before we go.

Why are you acting weird? What's up?

Nothing. I'm fine. You sure about that? What'd you see? Who, me?

Yeah, you.

How much of her did you see earlier?

Why are all these ghouls suddenly popping up around me? They were very

No, it's not them.

They've always been here. I've just never noticed.

Because I wasn't a part of their world.

You want one?

Yeah, sure.

Thanks, man.

You're in luck. I just made a fresh batch.

Here you go.

I think I'm gonna puke.

Here's yours. Awesome. Thanks again.

So, are you in any clubs, Kaneki?

Uh, no.

I'd like to join one, but I don't do so great with large groups.

Oh, yeah?

You're the exact opposite of your buddy, Nagachka.

No way.

He can't eat that. He's a ghoul.

This is the best one I've tasted. Me too. It's nice and crispy.

Hey, aren't you gonna eat yours, Kaneki?

I will.

Later.

It's crazy.

He has no problem blending in because he acts just like any other college

student. It's kind of impressive.

I'm sure nobody even suspects that he's a ghoul.

I don't think that he needs to see this. I thought I

was the only ghoul on campus.

I guess not.

You reek, buddy.

You smell just like a female ghoul.

You think I don't know your plan?

You were going to try to eat Nagachika, weren't you?

There's nothing like the sense of power you get from turning on some idiot who

trusts you wholeheartedly. Don't you just love the look of anguish that

their face when they finally give up hope?

Well, don't you, Kaneki?

You're a monster.

I'm not like you.

Oh, yeah?

You better watch your mouth, because you're starting to piss me off. You're

supposed to respect your elders.

That was too easy.

You don't even have an ounce of muscle in your body. I punched right through

you.

I'm getting queasy.

How can humans eat that stuff?

It's disgusting.

It tastes just like I'm eating a pile of horse crap.

Uh -oh, I'm sorry about that. I'm afraid I've just ruined your meal.

You two have known each other for a long time.

He calls you his best friend. So tell me, just when were you going to eat him?

Don't you think you've waited long enough, Kanaki?

Which part of him do you want to eat first?

Huh? Huh?

Huh?

Stop it.

It is not food. Get your foot off of him. What did you say?

You heard me!

You're attacking me with your back?

Are you an old lady?

You just don't seem to get it, do you? Humans aren't your friends. They're

nothing but food to eat.

It's no different than the way they'd think of a cow or a pig. It's rude to

with your food.

You should probably just go ahead and eat him. Quit pretending you're his

friend.

But I'm not pretending!

I see.

Don't you think that hanging out with Nogichka is risky?

He's pretty smart.

Having somebody who's as perceptive as he is by your side is bound to get you

into trouble.

And this.

You can't even control your own eyes.

Aw, come on, get up. Or do you want me to kill Nogachka first?

You kidding me? That all you got? Let's see you dodge this.

I could release my kagane and put you out of your misery, but where's the fun

that?

I can't beat him.

I'm not strong enough.

But I have to try.

He did it! Aw, you worried about your buddy? Well, you should be.

Are you ready to hear him scream in agony?

He's unconscious?

I've never been happier to hear those words.

They're your prayers, Nagachika.

No. No!

I don't mean to intrude, but why are you always reading books by yourself at

school? Is that wrong?

Nah, you're fine. Let me shoot straight with you. I just moved here and I

haven't made any pals yet, so I was wondering if you'd be my friend.

Yeah, sure thing.

Wow, really?

I'm Hideyoshi Nagachika, but that's a mouthful. You can call me Hide.

Okay. My name's Kaneki.

He changed my life.

I was always the outcast.

Until Hide came along and reached out to me.

I have to do something.

I don't want my best friend... to die!

No!

I won't let that happen!

Nice try

Repetagone? How can that be?

Eat it.

It sure looks delicious.

What a savory aroma.

It's making me hungry.

So what do you think, Kaneki?

Doesn't he look tasty?

No way. I can't eat him. He's my friend.

Forget about that for a sec and take a closer look.

Well, can you see it now?

Yeah, I can.

He does look tasty.

No, what the hell am I doing?

Oh, you poor thing.

You want to eat him so badly you can't stand it.

Don't beat yourself up. I mean, it's not like you're doing anything wrong.

What are you waiting for?

Quit fighting yourself and give in to your instincts. What instincts?

The primal ones.

He's all yours, Kaneki.

He's all mine?

Go on.

You're right.

Maybe I should follow my instincts for once.

He's like a special treat just for me.

Because He -Day is my... He's your friend.

He's been my friend for years, so I should be the one who gets to eat him.

Looks like you're becoming more like us, half -breed.

You're so hungry you've lost your sense of reason.

Move it!

I don't give a crap about your friend. Go ahead and kill him if you want.

But I'm warning you.

You're going to be sorry if you gobble him up.

You'll be left with nothing but a sea of blood and trails and regret.

Do you think you could live with that guilt, knowing that you killed your best

friend?

I didn't want it to come to this.

I'll try to go easy on you, Kaneki.

But I can't promise anything!

Toko found you and brought you back here.

Where's my friend?

Please follow me.

Hide.

This hunger, it seems to be getting worse and worse by the day.

I couldn't control it, and I completely lost myself.

I was so hungry that I thought I was going to die.

So I went after Hide.

Now that agonizing hunger's gone.

But there was blood in my mouth.

I want to know where it came from.

What did you do to me while I was sleeping?

As you know, there's only one way to satisfy a ghoul's hunger.

I'm afraid that we had no choice.

If we hadn't stepped in, you would have devoured your friend.

Don't be ashamed. You're one of us now.

I know that.

And as a result, I'm going to lose my best friend. Because I care too much

him. What now? It's not like I could just join the cool world.

You guys don't want me around because I'm a half -breed.

I'm alone.

I'm not a human oracle.

There's no place for me.

I can assure you that's not true.

Don't you see? You are both a human and a ghoul, Kaneki.

Therefore, you are the one and only person who has a place in both worlds.

I promise you, you're not alone.

Why don't you join us at Antegu? I'm sure we can help you find your way.

It'd be good for you.

It'll give you the opportunity to better understand us.

Then you can judge for yourself whether or not we're just ravenous beasts.

Well, how about it?

I'll start off by teaching you how to make one of our delicious cups of

Yeah, sounds good.

I've never made coffee before.

Isn't the rain lovely?

You know, precipitation dulls their senses.

Which makes it the perfect weather to work in.

According to the 20th Ward branches report, there was a predatory incident

involving a binge eater in this building three months ago.

What's interesting is eyewitnesses claim to have seen Jason in the area as well.

A binge eater and Jason?

Two S -rated subjects interacting?

Well, it's hard to say, but I think it's safe to assume that they weren't

cordially sharing a meal.

Everything all right?

Mr. Model!

What'd I tell you? I knew the weather would work in our favor.

As far as I'm concerned, there's only one drawback to this downpour.

It's a shame we're not able to hear the scumbag's throes of death.

Thank you.

Thank you.

Tastes like I'm eating a pile of horse crap.

May I ask how you know what horse manure tastes like, Nishio?

What are you, an idiot? I've never actually eaten crap. It's just a figure

speech. Oh, yeah?

What? Nishio has eaten horse dung? And cow patties, too? And every other kind

feces. Oh, for real?

Damn you, Kaneki.

So, how's that poop taste, buddy? Oh, Nishiki, you smell like poo.

You are a disgrace to ghouls everywhere, young man.