Beyblade Fan Fiction ❯ Trying To Find My Place ❯ High School? Bring It On ( Chapter 1 )
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Trying To Find My PlaceDisclaimer: I don't own Beyblade.Bloody Shadows: Hey everybody I have some bad news to announce. Lately FanFiction.Net has decided to delete two of my fan fictions. Unfortunately two of those fan fictions where Trying To Find My Place and Summer Dayz. I have took the liberty of revising Trying To Fin My Place because we were on chapter thirteen and still in October in the story and I found that really, really stupid. Well I hope you guys take the time to re-read the new and improved Trying to Find My Place.Special shouts to Nicole, Stephanie, Ashley.H and Ann! You guys really helped me with this, thanksChapter One: High School? Bring It OnA girl sat on her window sill, staring outside of her brand new house. She had just moved here with her mother and she seemed to take well to the new house. She stared up at the sky. The sun seemed to shine brightly in the middle of the vast baby blue sky and the clouds seemed to float like cotton without a care. She watched as a couple of small birds flew gracefully across the sky and noted how free they looked. She then noticed the colours of the trees; some were bare whilst the ones that held leaves were very colourful. She glanced over at her desk that had a small piece of paper on it. It seemed to hold a small poem."The winds are picking, the tree's are mixing, when fall appears, school is here. The nights become longer and the days become short, the sky looses its beautiful bright and the sunlight is sold." The girl read aloud.A voice from behind interrupted her. She turned to see her mother, a short lady with raven black hair, pointy ears and golden eyes. Her mother wore a cream blouse and a long black skirt. Her hair was tied up in a small bun with two chopsticks."That was a lovely poem, dear." Her mother told her."Thank you." The girl replied.The girl had deep blue for her eye colour and she wore a black bandana, tied pirate style. Under her bandana were a pair of cute cat ears and her complexion was pale but flawless. Her hair was a silky silver and midnight blue mixture and on her hands she wore a pair of black fingerless gloves embedded with the Yin and Yang symbol. She wore black cargo pants and a black t-shirt as well. She also wore a black scarf that was tied snugly around her neck; it topped off her style very nicely. Her voice was something as well; it was cold and held a hint of mystery."Do you like the new house?" Her mother asked."It's quite admirable." was the girl's reply."That's nice to hear. Dear, could you please go to the mall to pick up something’s? While you're there why don't you pick up something nice for yourself? We don't know how long we'll be here you know." Her mother told her, smiling."Alright mum." She said quickly adding, "I’ll be back at eight then."Her mother smiled warmly before handing her a list. It wasn't long before the girl had grabbed her black kangaroo hoodie and her wallet and keys. She’s didn't think twice about bringing her CD player along. After all, her parents had taken the liberty of buying her the new Linkin Park CD, Meteora. She slipped out the door of her new house and opened the door to her garage. Inside the garage were three cars and two motorcycles. "Now...what do I feel like today?" She asked herself, smirking.Finally she took the black Benz Mercedes convertible that had blue and silver flames plastered on the sides. As soon as she got on her bike she sped off. The wind played with her hair as she drove fiercely down the road. Finally, she reached her destination: The Mall. She parked her bike safely and headed towards the mall. Stepping through the doors, she noticed at how filled the place was considering it was the first week of October and also a Thursday."And to think, it's a school night too." The girl smirked to herself.She decided that she would get all of her mother’s items before fulfilling her own needs. She glanced at the items on the list and coincidentally found them in one store. Almost automatically stepping out of the store she saw a sports store and she remembered she needed a new skate board since her old one was kind of worn out. Quickly she tried to make a bee line to the store through the crowd. ***“Ray, could you please unload and set up the new skate boards that came in this afternoon?" Davis asked Ray.Ray nodded before picking up the heavy box of skate boards and carrying them over to the display. He had received a new job at Sports World for a summer job and it turned out that he liked the job. Davis wasn't a strict manager either; he was a bit of both worlds, laid back and serious. Ray took out the first few skate boards before placing them on the display. He continued to do this when something or rather someone seemed to catch his eye. Her hair was silver and midnight blue and she seemed to have deep blue orbs. She was wearing an all black outfit and her black scarf seemed to catch his attention as well seeing as it held quite a resemblance to Kai's white scarf. Overall, Ray found her quite attractive.He watched as she made her way over to the skate board display. Ray decided he might have a chance to introduce himself to the pretty girl. It wasn't everyday for him that someone caught his attention, especially for a girl to do so."Uh... Hello, how may I help you?" Ray asked politely."I'm just looking for a new skateboard is all..." The girl answered.Ray mouthed a silent "oh" before returning to his work. He watched as the girl picked up a black skate board imprinted with a white skull and bones picture. "You like that one?" He asked."Yeah, I'm probably going to buy it." She answered."Pass it here; I’ll ring it up for you at the cash register." Ray smiled as he took the skate board.He rung the skate board up and collected the money from the girl before giving her, her change. That's when Davis decided to show up. He walked in with his clip board tucked in his arms and he sat on the black stool that stood behind the counter."Ray, you're shift is over; you do know that, right?" Davis asked, running a hand through his sleek black hair."Yeah, I'm going to leave. I just have to finish with this customer then I’m out of here, Davis." Ray answered.Ray handed the girl her skate board and her bill before grabbing his jacket and his backpack. "Are you going to need help with those bags?" Ray asked the girl."No, I'll be fine." Was all she said before disappearing?Ray nodded in reassurance as he bid farewell to his manager, Davis. Thoughts of the silver haired neko Jin lingered in his mind and a sudden thought came to mind: What was her name? With that thought he rushed out the store immediately. His eyes searched the crowed desperately for the girl with no avail. Ray sighed hopelessly. Would he ever see her again?***The silver haired girl tapped her foot impatiently as she stood in the elevator. Usually she would enjoy time to herself like this, but as of five minutes ago she seemed eager not to think at all. That golden eyed boy seemed to be plaguing her mind as of now. She couldn't help but think he was a very handsome figure. His amber eyes seemed alluring, whilst his sleek black hair was viewed as silk. His tanned skin seemed to radiate such an innocence and tenderness of no one that she’d ever seen. The girl shook her head; she most definitely had to get this boy out of her mind."We don't want a repeat of last time now do we?" She muttered bitterly to herself.
Then something caught her attention and she didn't like it one bit. Her eyes studied the features of the four girls. One had pink hair and golden eyes. She was suspected to be a neko Jin since her ears were pointed and her smirk revealed pearly white fangs. Another one was blond and had emerald green eyes. The third girl had straight brown hair and chocolate brown eyes to match. The girl they were surrounding had icy blue hair and icy blue eyes to match. She seemed to be wearing a pair of headphones on her head.It seemed to be the three girls surrounding one girl (the icy blue haired one), throwing vile insults at the poor girl, the silver haired neko Jin was surprised when the girl surrounded shot back some wickedly sly insults as well. She decided enough was enough and walked up to the girls unnoticed. She tapped the brunette lightly on the shoulder and waited for the pink haired one and the blond to turn in notice as well.
"What do you want?" The brunette asked with a scowl."It is in my best intention that you leave that girl alone." The girl simply answered.The pink haired girl spoke up."What are you going to do about it?" The pink haired one smirked as if she'd already won the battle.The silver haired girl grabbed the pink haired girl by her collar and lifted her above the ground. Her blue eyes were slits as she barred her pearly white fangs."I can do many things and I’m not afraid to inflict any harm, I’d be quite please to do so." She hissed, releasing her grip.The girls watched as the pink haired girl landed on the floor with a "thud", glaring daggers at the silver haired girl. She huffed before dusting herself off and pulling herself off the floor."Do you know who I am?" The pink haired girl asked."A slut, a whore - would you like me to continue?" The girl answered casually.The girls accompanying the pink haired one gasped with shock. Never once did anyone (and they mean anyone) stand up or much less say anything like that to Mariah. The girl however, the one that Mariah was insulting before was grinning madly from ear to ear. She watched as Mariah huffed in frustration and stormed of with her two friends."Bravo." The icy blue haired girl clapped."Thank you..." The girl trailed off due to the no knowledge of the others name."Natsumi, Natsumi Utomi." Natsumi said extending a hand.The other girl took the hand wilfully shaking it before stating her own introduction."My name is Rika Hikari. I arrived here today with my mother.” Rika stated."Oh! Welcome to Bakuten! I hope you enjoy you stay!" Natsumi greeted with a polite bow.Rika returned her bow and the two became good friends almost instantly. Although Rika was quiet and a bit anti-social, Natsumi had no problems relating to her. Natsumi helped Rika tour the mall, recommending things every now and then Natsumi commented on how much she would love it here and even took the time to explain things.***
“No, no, no, I couldn't! I would be too much of a bother!" Natsumi said humbly."Nonsense, you will stay at my house. My mother wouldn't mind and we have extra rooms to spare." Rika insisted.Finally Natsumi gave in."Alright, but this is making me feel really guilty." Natsumi stated pouting.***The next morning Natsumi awoke at 4:30 AM to the sound of a long beep. It annoyed her, because usually she tended to wake up like a normal twisted teenager at 7:00. She was the normal non-morning person. She hated mornings, Mondays and every class except her breaks. Snapping out of her thoughts she decided to go to the bathroom. Stepping out, she noticed Rika's room light on.What is she doing up this early? Natsumi thought tiredly.Slowly she started to open the door when it someone flung it wide open. She stood face to face with Rika. She wore her usual bandana and black cargos, but at the moment Natsumi noticed she wore a pair of black bindings and her black gloves"What are you doing up so early?" Natsumi grumbled."I wake up at this time... Go back to sleep. I'll meet you at school." Was all Rika said?"Ok." Natsumi mumbled.The door closed as Natsumi walked back to her room with a small yawn. She got back under the covers of her new bed and fell quickly asleep.***Rika walked up the stairs of her basement. That had been a wild training session. She noticed her punches were growing soft as were her kicks. She didn’t like this one bit. Usually she would be able to dispose of a head, leg or arm of one of the clay dummies but lately her punches seemed like cotton.I'm getting weaker...that means the full moon is drawing near... She thought grimly as she stepped in the shower.After a quick five minutes she left the bathroom dressed in black cargo pants with silver chains hanging at the side. She settled for a long blue sleeved top and a short black t-shirt that read "Mess with Me and I’ll Mess with You." in blue letters. She wore her beloved black scarf around her neck as a finishing touch. She maintained her icy look as she entered the kitchen to face her mom."You’re up early." Her mother smiled."I want to check that school, what’s it called again?"The girl grabbed her toast and pulled out a glass and put it on the table, then went in the refrigerator and began to look for the orange juice."Tikarashi High, Dear. Why don't you let Natsumi guide you?" Her mother asked."I'm independent and she needs her sleep. I told her we'd meet up at school." Rika answered."Alright, but how will Natsumi get to school?" Her mother questioned.Rika paused for a moment before throwing to keys on the table; a black key and a silver one. "Tell her if she doesn't want to walk, she has a choice between the viper and the motorbike." Was all Rika mentioned before finishing her breakfast?She stood up grabbing her CD walkman, black kangaroo hoodie and her backpack. She flipped the hood over her head before silently waving off and slipping out the door after her mother's usual "Be Careful.". She walked over to her garage and chose her black motorbike, with the blue flames flaring at the sides. She put the keys in the ignition and slid her helmet on and she was off. It didn't take long before she reached a large white building. She drove in the parking lot and parked her motor bike before heading for the doors."So this is Tikarashi High, eh? I've seen well.” Rika murmured to herself.She made her way to the entrance and let herself in. She studied her surroundings. Lockers stood on each side of the hall way, except for where the doors touched. The typical school set up. Instantly she spotted the office. She decided to get her stuff before she went exploring, at least she would know where to go that way. She quietly opened the door and walked in and up to the secretary who was busily typing away on her computer.
"Excuse me." Rika said."Yes, how may I help you?" The secretary asked."I’m the new student." Rika answered."Rika Hikari, am I right?" The secretary lady asked."Yes.", Rika replied coolly."Here is your locker number and time table. Your books will be given to you by your teachers." The secretary said as she handed Rika the locker number and her time table.
"Thanks." Rika said as she left and headed to find her locker.She decided on finding her locker first. When she found it, she opened it and shoved her hoodie and CD player in before grabbing her stuff needed for the first four classes. She glanced at her watch; she had a complete half an hour before the bell would ring. It would be a good choice to explore now.***Mr. Dickenson walked in his office; his coat tucked safely under his arm and his briefcase held in the other. He greeted the secretary with a warm
'Hello', today the new student would be arriving. He had special orders and he was the main reason, scratch that, the Blade Breakers were the main reason the new student was now attending this school."Did she arrive yet?" Mr. Dickenson asked the secretary eagerly."Who might I ask is she?" The secretary asked in confusion."The new student; Rika Hikari, Is she here?” Mr. Dickenson answered."Oh yes, she just left here five minutes ago." The secretary replied casually.There was a long pause before Mr. Dickenson relieved himself of a frustrated groan."Why didn't you keep her here?" He demanded, "A special student was supposed to show her around!"
"I'm sorry Mr. Dickenson.", the secretary apologised, "Would you like me to call her on the P.A system?""That would be most helpful, Martha."***Rika stopped dead in her tracks as she heard her name boom through the hallway speakers. What could they possibly want with her? Then she remembered and quickly hurried off to the office as she heard her name once more. When she reached the office, she noted the worried face of the old man and the secretary's 'i don’t want to be here.' look. She snickered to herself silently."These people, are quite amusing, maybe my stay here will be interesting." She smirked as she pushed open the door and walked in.
She waited silently at the front. When her presence was noticed, she could see their relieved faces. She smirked once more as she prompted for an answer."I was called to the office and i would like to be informed as to why." Rika said smartly."Hilary will be showing you around." Mr. Dickenson smiled."Who is Hilary?" Rika asked.Mr. Dickenson handed her two pictures. One of a female brunette wearing a pink shirt and a skirt and the other contained four boys. Specifically, a blue two toned haired one, a blond, a navy blue haired one, a raven haired one and lastly a small brunette with glasses. Through and through, the raven haired boy looked awfully familiar. His golden eyes and tanned complexion were immediately recognized after close examination. It was Ray, that boy she'd met last evening."Who are they?" Rika asked, pointing to the picture of the boys."The Blade Breakers: Kai, Max, Tyson, Ray and Kenny." Mr. Dickenson said. "Don't worry; they needn’t meet me now...they’ll meet me eventually.” Rika smirked."Are you sure?" Mr. Dickenson asked."Yes, I’ve already found were all my classes are." Rika reassured.Mr. Dickenson nodded and Rika's eyes seemed to wander to the clock. Ten minutes to the bell. She'd better find Natsumi before classes started. She looked at her time table; English, Music and Gym. Perfect....note the sarcasm. Rika stepped out into the hallway, holding her books. Students flooded the hallways, mingling with their friends, getting ready for class and so on. Rika scanned the area for Natsumi and saw nothing. Retreating and hoping that Natsumi was in one of her classes she left for English."English, eh? Didn't i pass that room on the way here?" She asked herself.She started walking when WHAM! She walked straight into someone. Coincidentally, this person was wearing a black mini skirt, with a loose studded belt, black leg warmers and a black halter top. On her head she had a pair of head phones and on her left arm she had a tattoo. Her icy blue hair and eyes could be noticed easily."Rika, there you are! Do you know how hard it is to keep track of you?" Natsumi asked."......hn." Rika mumbled."Well thanks for letting me use the viper." Natsumi smiled, "What classes do you have?"
“English, Music and Gym, that’s what my classes are.” Rika answered coolly."Shoot...I don't have any of your classes. You can manage on your own right?" Natsumi asked.Rika nodded in reassurance."See you at lunch then." Natsumi said before running off.Rika sighed hopelessly before walking off to English. She pushed her way through the crowded hall way and finally made it to her English classroom. I wonder if I should have told Natsumi to not run as much....seeing as she ran in to me... Rika thought.Entering the classroom, she found a seat in the back row, one seat to the right of another seat next to the window. Soon after, the bell rang and students filled the classroom quickly, for the fear of being late lingered in the air. The students quickly took their seats as the teacher walked in. The teacher had shoulder length black hair tied in a high pony tail, she had dark brown eyes and was wearing a black business top and a black skirt that went up to her knee's. She looked very nice for a teacher."Good morning class I will be your new English teacher, Ms. Yukina.”, Ms. Yukina greeted."Good morning." The glass droned."The principal has informed me that we have a new student, in our school. Rika Hikari, could you please introduce yourself." Ms. Yukina informed the class.
Rika rolled her eyes. She wasn't much of an attention lover. You could call her anti social. The class turned to look at her. Whispers filled the crowd. She stood up at her introduction to hear whispers directed towards her, or about her. This is pointless.... Rika thought rolling her eyes."That's the new girl, eh?" One said."Yeah, isn't she hot? She might just overthrow Kate and her gang." Another whispered back.
That whisper caught her attention. Who were this Kate and her so called 'gang'? She would just have to find out."Please introduce yourself." Ms. Yukina ordered."You already did." Rika said coolly."I suppose i did." The teacher replied.The whispers ceased as Rika took her seat and the class started."Class, I’m going to assign you a project," Ms. Yukina started, interrupted by a few groans and murmurs," a poster about poetry. It will be due in two days, Thursday to be exact."The class groaned no one was really in the mood for word. It never seemed as if anyone ever was. ""You will work in groups of three..." Ms. Yukina started."ALRIGHT!" The class said together."...that I will assign." Ms. Yukina finished."Aw man.", the class groaned.After Ms. Yukina assigned the pairs Rika learned that the boy in front of her was named Tala. He had beautiful sapphire eyes and red hair, shaped very oddly. Her other partner, Kai, sat near the window seat in the far corner. He had two toned blue hair. Rika immediately concluded that he was the boy in the picture of the Blade Breakers. Neither of the three moved, they just simply turned around in their seats to face each other."Hey new girl." Tala winked.Rika rolled her eyes. If he was trying to flirt with her then he'd better forget it. She'd already seen two boys that captured her interest and that was enough for her. One yesterday at the mall and the other today in the hall ways before classes had commenced. Each had their own special feature, one had pure innocence whilst the other stood with pure power. She snapped out of her trance like state when Tala shook her."What?" She hissed."Great.....another bimbo." Tala glared."Who? You shouldn't be talking pretty boy. I wouldn't be surprised if you were gay." Rika shot back.Kai gave them a look that said 'stop or else' and the two shut up. They started on their project mostly based on Rika's ideas. They had settled for a design that stood on a piece of black paper. It had a silver rose outline on the top and on the bottom, and in the top left corner was a red rose, representing spring, in the top right corner was the sun, representing summer, the bottom left corner was a maple leaf, representing fall, in the bottom right corner was a snow angel carved out of snow to represent winter. During the production of this project, Rika had to explain countless amounts of times that she had a name and she wasn't the 'new girl'. Tala had called her a bitch, which ended in her calling him a bastard. Rika had started to Tala and now he didn't seem all too bad. She learned that at the moment he was hosting three girlfriends at once and neither of the three new anything. She sighed inwardly, what an idiot. Soon class was over and Ms. Yukina had reminded them when the project was due and that she needed two pieces of their own writing."I hate English." Tala grimaced.Kai gave him sarcastic thumbs up, whilst smirking. "When are we going to finish the project?" Rika asked."At my place, we all go there this afternoon.” Kai answered.
"Sounds good, so new girl what do you have next?" Tala asked as a devious smile crossed his lips.
"Music.", Rika answered suspiciously."I'll walk you to class?" Tala smirked."I’m fairly capable of walking there my self, Tala." Rika coldly said as she walked off to music, leaving Tala behind.Tala waited for Rika to be out of earshot before he nudged Kai commenting on how hot Rika was. Kai just shook his head in disappointment before Tala asked what class he had. ***When Rika arrived, she had found that the back seats were already taken, and all that was left were a couple seats in the front. She decided to take a seat in between two empty desks. After a few minutes Tala, Kai and a raven haired boy ((A/N: One guess as to who he is!)) know him?) Came into class. Kai took a seat beside Rika and so did the raven haired boy, this left Tala with the seat behind Rika. "Great, just my luck...stuck with the losers from last class." Rika muttered."I heard that..." Kai muttered back"Do I care?" She whispered.Then the teacher spoke up and started to explain what they would do for this class."Okay class, welcome to music. Today we will be singing.",Ms. Kyumi greeted.
Some people in the class groaned and the some looked fairly happy, but the four people in the front didn't even look like they were happy or sad. Talk about a tough crowd, man.
"First up Mariah Wong.",Ms. Kyumi announced."Yes maim." Mariah said as she stood up from her seat and walked herself to the front."You will be singing 'I Believe I Can Fly'.", the teacher told."Ahem! I believe I-""That will be enough, Mariah.",the teacher said with a sour face.
Mariah huffed and went back to her seat. Snickers were heard amongst the crowd. Mariah glared them away quickly and smirked triumphantly when they all stopped. Rika glanced over at the pink haired girl thought to be Mariah. That is Mariah? Please stop toying with me Kami. Rika thought rolling her eyes."Rika Hikari...",the teacher said as Rika stood up and walked to the front.
"I believe I can fly, I believe I can touch the sky. I think about it every night and day, Spread my wings and fly away. I believe I can fly, I believe I can fly, i believe i can fly." Rika sang.
Everyone was amazed at how well the new girl could sing, it took a minute or two before they all applauded. Rika without a word took her seat. After a couple minutes of what Rika called 'wasted time', it was Tale’s turn.
"I believe i can fly. I got shot by the F.B.I. . All i wanted was a spicy chicken wing, but they shot me in the dingaling-" Tala sang.
The whole class burst out laughing. Some were stupid enough to fall off their chairs. Rika had to admit, that was quite an amusing stunt he had pulled there. She would have to congratulate him later. He deserved some praise.
"TALA IVANOV!" The teacher yelled.
"What?" Tala answered innocently as he took his seat.
Next Kai went up, he was great. Then the guy next to Rika, went up. She immediately recognized him from the sports store. He still looked the same and Rika found herself staring at him a few times. Pretty soon it was time for gym. Everyone was changed and got ready to go. They were currently sitting on the grass, awaiting further instructions. They were asked to do ten laps around the school. Rika did her laps and waited for everyone else to finish, since she...some how did it all in two minutes and thirty seconds... After five minutes Kai, Ray and Tala were all done."Dude...you...are...fast...",Tala said as he caught his breath."So your name is Rika?" Ray asked casually."That's my name, don't wear it out." She answered.Then Ray inhaled deeply. She was the girl from yesterday. His prayers were actually answered for once. He met her again and this time he knew her name. Ray extended a hand to Rika."We weren't properly acquainted yesterday. My name's Ray, nice to meet you." He smiled.Rika stared at the hand once before shaking it. "Same to you." She mumbled."Listen, i was wondering that if-" Ray started, but was soon interrupted."Well if it isn't the new girl. Who would've thought, our little meeting at the mall would end here." Mariah smirked.Tala groaned.
Not her! Anyone but that slut! Tala thought angrily."Hi Tala.",Mariah waved."Hi...",Tala said dully; he didn't like Mariah that much.
"Kai." Mariah said."Mariah." He replied; He didn't like Mariah and her sick friends either.
"Hi Mariah." Ray smiled; he was such a polite person."What are you doing with the new girl?",Mariah asked, glaring daggers at Rika.Rika just rolled her eyes and sat on the bleachers."Talking...what does it look like?" Tala retorted."What are you guys talking about?" Mariah asked again, shooting Rika a nasty glare.
Ray was about to answer but Tala quickly answered."About our project." Tala answered."Bo-ring, don’t you people have lives?” Mariah commented as she left.Ray cleared his throat and began to talk to Rika before turning around a realizing she wasn't there anymore. Tala kindly pointed out that Rika was sitting on another row of bleachers to his left watching some kids play foot ball. They walked over to her and Rika groaned.Them again, Can't they see I don't like this attention? I'm trying to avoid this Ray guy too! Rika thought hopelessly.
"Did you get scared back there or something?",Tala smirked."Now...why would I get scared?" She asked innocently."Um...I don‘t know...maybe because of Mariah..." Tala started."Her? Ha, she looks week; I could probably bring her down in one punch." Rika said bored."So you weren’t scared.” Kai concluded.
"So why did you leave?" Ray asked."I was watching them play football." Rika answered."What? You weren’t paying attention to us were you?" Ray asked again."What’s it to you?” Rika spat.
"Hey watch yourself!" Tala warned."Why? You should be doing that...with all those girls flocking around you." Rika retorted."Are you jealous?" Kai said as he cocked an eyebrow."Nope... I’m just disgusted at the idea.” Rika said sourly. "So you like football?" Ray said as he quickly changed the conversation around.Tala and Rika just stared at him. But they decided to go along anyway.
"Yes, and other sports too, i was a jock in my old school." Rika yawned, and then shouted, "Hey! Can’t you guys play any better? You guys suck!"
They stared at her. Then heard the guys who were playing football yelled, "You want to try then!"
"Fine, give me your football team, I take them all on.” Rika yelled back.
"That would be us." Tala smirked."You, Wow, must be my lucky day, because this is going be a piece of cake." Rika smirked as she jumped on the bleachers and went over to the field.
Ray and the others followed her to the field and took there positions. Soon Kai asked if they were playing tackle or touch. Tackle was the answer and sadly Rika beat them all, single handed. Their gym teacher took the time to congratulate Rika and offered her a spot on the teams. Rika answered saying she would sign up for all of their teams and get in too.
"Dang! That chick’s got bite man!” Michael exclaimed."She's hot!" Enrique said overjoyed."Yes, and she’s coming over at Kai's house this afternoon." Tala sighed dreamily."Already, Kai is this true?” They all asked."I don't like her! She's just coming over to finish our project." Kai defended."Man, i am so there!" The boys rejoiced, all except for Ray.
Just then the bell rang for lunch. Everyone changed and headed to the cafeteria after putting away there stuff. Rika bought her lunch and decided to sit at the back to her lonesome self. She was silently munching on a French fry when the sounds of a high pitched voice reached her ears.
"Well, well if it isn't the new girl..." Mariah smirked as she and her crew walked over to Rika."Well, well if it isn't the pink freak from hell..." Rika muttered bitterly.
"How would you like to spend the afternoon with us?" Mariah said in her usual perky voice.Rika eyed the pink haired girl and answered, "I’m busy today..."
Mariah frowned. This girl was making this hard.
"How about tomorrow, The pink haired girl asked again."No." Rika said clearly.
Mariah frowned.
"Watch yourself, new girl, things could get pretty tough around here." Mariah smirked as she left."A threat, huh? Who cares..." Rika said as she returned to her lunch."You should worry.",A voice said from behind.Rika turned to see who it was and it was....-----Bloody Shadows:Well if you read, thanks for reviewing, now be a loyal reviewer and push the purple button down there and review! Thanks! Till next time, peoples!- Bloody Shadows
Then something caught her attention and she didn't like it one bit. Her eyes studied the features of the four girls. One had pink hair and golden eyes. She was suspected to be a neko Jin since her ears were pointed and her smirk revealed pearly white fangs. Another one was blond and had emerald green eyes. The third girl had straight brown hair and chocolate brown eyes to match. The girl they were surrounding had icy blue hair and icy blue eyes to match. She seemed to be wearing a pair of headphones on her head.It seemed to be the three girls surrounding one girl (the icy blue haired one), throwing vile insults at the poor girl, the silver haired neko Jin was surprised when the girl surrounded shot back some wickedly sly insults as well. She decided enough was enough and walked up to the girls unnoticed. She tapped the brunette lightly on the shoulder and waited for the pink haired one and the blond to turn in notice as well.
"What do you want?" The brunette asked with a scowl."It is in my best intention that you leave that girl alone." The girl simply answered.The pink haired girl spoke up."What are you going to do about it?" The pink haired one smirked as if she'd already won the battle.The silver haired girl grabbed the pink haired girl by her collar and lifted her above the ground. Her blue eyes were slits as she barred her pearly white fangs."I can do many things and I’m not afraid to inflict any harm, I’d be quite please to do so." She hissed, releasing her grip.The girls watched as the pink haired girl landed on the floor with a "thud", glaring daggers at the silver haired girl. She huffed before dusting herself off and pulling herself off the floor."Do you know who I am?" The pink haired girl asked."A slut, a whore - would you like me to continue?" The girl answered casually.The girls accompanying the pink haired one gasped with shock. Never once did anyone (and they mean anyone) stand up or much less say anything like that to Mariah. The girl however, the one that Mariah was insulting before was grinning madly from ear to ear. She watched as Mariah huffed in frustration and stormed of with her two friends."Bravo." The icy blue haired girl clapped."Thank you..." The girl trailed off due to the no knowledge of the others name."Natsumi, Natsumi Utomi." Natsumi said extending a hand.The other girl took the hand wilfully shaking it before stating her own introduction."My name is Rika Hikari. I arrived here today with my mother.” Rika stated."Oh! Welcome to Bakuten! I hope you enjoy you stay!" Natsumi greeted with a polite bow.Rika returned her bow and the two became good friends almost instantly. Although Rika was quiet and a bit anti-social, Natsumi had no problems relating to her. Natsumi helped Rika tour the mall, recommending things every now and then Natsumi commented on how much she would love it here and even took the time to explain things.***
“No, no, no, I couldn't! I would be too much of a bother!" Natsumi said humbly."Nonsense, you will stay at my house. My mother wouldn't mind and we have extra rooms to spare." Rika insisted.Finally Natsumi gave in."Alright, but this is making me feel really guilty." Natsumi stated pouting.***The next morning Natsumi awoke at 4:30 AM to the sound of a long beep. It annoyed her, because usually she tended to wake up like a normal twisted teenager at 7:00. She was the normal non-morning person. She hated mornings, Mondays and every class except her breaks. Snapping out of her thoughts she decided to go to the bathroom. Stepping out, she noticed Rika's room light on.What is she doing up this early? Natsumi thought tiredly.Slowly she started to open the door when it someone flung it wide open. She stood face to face with Rika. She wore her usual bandana and black cargos, but at the moment Natsumi noticed she wore a pair of black bindings and her black gloves"What are you doing up so early?" Natsumi grumbled."I wake up at this time... Go back to sleep. I'll meet you at school." Was all Rika said?"Ok." Natsumi mumbled.The door closed as Natsumi walked back to her room with a small yawn. She got back under the covers of her new bed and fell quickly asleep.***Rika walked up the stairs of her basement. That had been a wild training session. She noticed her punches were growing soft as were her kicks. She didn’t like this one bit. Usually she would be able to dispose of a head, leg or arm of one of the clay dummies but lately her punches seemed like cotton.I'm getting weaker...that means the full moon is drawing near... She thought grimly as she stepped in the shower.After a quick five minutes she left the bathroom dressed in black cargo pants with silver chains hanging at the side. She settled for a long blue sleeved top and a short black t-shirt that read "Mess with Me and I’ll Mess with You." in blue letters. She wore her beloved black scarf around her neck as a finishing touch. She maintained her icy look as she entered the kitchen to face her mom."You’re up early." Her mother smiled."I want to check that school, what’s it called again?"The girl grabbed her toast and pulled out a glass and put it on the table, then went in the refrigerator and began to look for the orange juice."Tikarashi High, Dear. Why don't you let Natsumi guide you?" Her mother asked."I'm independent and she needs her sleep. I told her we'd meet up at school." Rika answered."Alright, but how will Natsumi get to school?" Her mother questioned.Rika paused for a moment before throwing to keys on the table; a black key and a silver one. "Tell her if she doesn't want to walk, she has a choice between the viper and the motorbike." Was all Rika mentioned before finishing her breakfast?She stood up grabbing her CD walkman, black kangaroo hoodie and her backpack. She flipped the hood over her head before silently waving off and slipping out the door after her mother's usual "Be Careful.". She walked over to her garage and chose her black motorbike, with the blue flames flaring at the sides. She put the keys in the ignition and slid her helmet on and she was off. It didn't take long before she reached a large white building. She drove in the parking lot and parked her motor bike before heading for the doors."So this is Tikarashi High, eh? I've seen well.” Rika murmured to herself.She made her way to the entrance and let herself in. She studied her surroundings. Lockers stood on each side of the hall way, except for where the doors touched. The typical school set up. Instantly she spotted the office. She decided to get her stuff before she went exploring, at least she would know where to go that way. She quietly opened the door and walked in and up to the secretary who was busily typing away on her computer.
"Excuse me." Rika said."Yes, how may I help you?" The secretary asked."I’m the new student." Rika answered."Rika Hikari, am I right?" The secretary lady asked."Yes.", Rika replied coolly."Here is your locker number and time table. Your books will be given to you by your teachers." The secretary said as she handed Rika the locker number and her time table.
"Thanks." Rika said as she left and headed to find her locker.She decided on finding her locker first. When she found it, she opened it and shoved her hoodie and CD player in before grabbing her stuff needed for the first four classes. She glanced at her watch; she had a complete half an hour before the bell would ring. It would be a good choice to explore now.***Mr. Dickenson walked in his office; his coat tucked safely under his arm and his briefcase held in the other. He greeted the secretary with a warm
'Hello', today the new student would be arriving. He had special orders and he was the main reason, scratch that, the Blade Breakers were the main reason the new student was now attending this school."Did she arrive yet?" Mr. Dickenson asked the secretary eagerly."Who might I ask is she?" The secretary asked in confusion."The new student; Rika Hikari, Is she here?” Mr. Dickenson answered."Oh yes, she just left here five minutes ago." The secretary replied casually.There was a long pause before Mr. Dickenson relieved himself of a frustrated groan."Why didn't you keep her here?" He demanded, "A special student was supposed to show her around!"
"I'm sorry Mr. Dickenson.", the secretary apologised, "Would you like me to call her on the P.A system?""That would be most helpful, Martha."***Rika stopped dead in her tracks as she heard her name boom through the hallway speakers. What could they possibly want with her? Then she remembered and quickly hurried off to the office as she heard her name once more. When she reached the office, she noted the worried face of the old man and the secretary's 'i don’t want to be here.' look. She snickered to herself silently."These people, are quite amusing, maybe my stay here will be interesting." She smirked as she pushed open the door and walked in.
She waited silently at the front. When her presence was noticed, she could see their relieved faces. She smirked once more as she prompted for an answer."I was called to the office and i would like to be informed as to why." Rika said smartly."Hilary will be showing you around." Mr. Dickenson smiled."Who is Hilary?" Rika asked.Mr. Dickenson handed her two pictures. One of a female brunette wearing a pink shirt and a skirt and the other contained four boys. Specifically, a blue two toned haired one, a blond, a navy blue haired one, a raven haired one and lastly a small brunette with glasses. Through and through, the raven haired boy looked awfully familiar. His golden eyes and tanned complexion were immediately recognized after close examination. It was Ray, that boy she'd met last evening."Who are they?" Rika asked, pointing to the picture of the boys."The Blade Breakers: Kai, Max, Tyson, Ray and Kenny." Mr. Dickenson said. "Don't worry; they needn’t meet me now...they’ll meet me eventually.” Rika smirked."Are you sure?" Mr. Dickenson asked."Yes, I’ve already found were all my classes are." Rika reassured.Mr. Dickenson nodded and Rika's eyes seemed to wander to the clock. Ten minutes to the bell. She'd better find Natsumi before classes started. She looked at her time table; English, Music and Gym. Perfect....note the sarcasm. Rika stepped out into the hallway, holding her books. Students flooded the hallways, mingling with their friends, getting ready for class and so on. Rika scanned the area for Natsumi and saw nothing. Retreating and hoping that Natsumi was in one of her classes she left for English."English, eh? Didn't i pass that room on the way here?" She asked herself.She started walking when WHAM! She walked straight into someone. Coincidentally, this person was wearing a black mini skirt, with a loose studded belt, black leg warmers and a black halter top. On her head she had a pair of head phones and on her left arm she had a tattoo. Her icy blue hair and eyes could be noticed easily."Rika, there you are! Do you know how hard it is to keep track of you?" Natsumi asked."......hn." Rika mumbled."Well thanks for letting me use the viper." Natsumi smiled, "What classes do you have?"
“English, Music and Gym, that’s what my classes are.” Rika answered coolly."Shoot...I don't have any of your classes. You can manage on your own right?" Natsumi asked.Rika nodded in reassurance."See you at lunch then." Natsumi said before running off.Rika sighed hopelessly before walking off to English. She pushed her way through the crowded hall way and finally made it to her English classroom. I wonder if I should have told Natsumi to not run as much....seeing as she ran in to me... Rika thought.Entering the classroom, she found a seat in the back row, one seat to the right of another seat next to the window. Soon after, the bell rang and students filled the classroom quickly, for the fear of being late lingered in the air. The students quickly took their seats as the teacher walked in. The teacher had shoulder length black hair tied in a high pony tail, she had dark brown eyes and was wearing a black business top and a black skirt that went up to her knee's. She looked very nice for a teacher."Good morning class I will be your new English teacher, Ms. Yukina.”, Ms. Yukina greeted."Good morning." The glass droned."The principal has informed me that we have a new student, in our school. Rika Hikari, could you please introduce yourself." Ms. Yukina informed the class.
Rika rolled her eyes. She wasn't much of an attention lover. You could call her anti social. The class turned to look at her. Whispers filled the crowd. She stood up at her introduction to hear whispers directed towards her, or about her. This is pointless.... Rika thought rolling her eyes."That's the new girl, eh?" One said."Yeah, isn't she hot? She might just overthrow Kate and her gang." Another whispered back.
That whisper caught her attention. Who were this Kate and her so called 'gang'? She would just have to find out."Please introduce yourself." Ms. Yukina ordered."You already did." Rika said coolly."I suppose i did." The teacher replied.The whispers ceased as Rika took her seat and the class started."Class, I’m going to assign you a project," Ms. Yukina started, interrupted by a few groans and murmurs," a poster about poetry. It will be due in two days, Thursday to be exact."The class groaned no one was really in the mood for word. It never seemed as if anyone ever was. ""You will work in groups of three..." Ms. Yukina started."ALRIGHT!" The class said together."...that I will assign." Ms. Yukina finished."Aw man.", the class groaned.After Ms. Yukina assigned the pairs Rika learned that the boy in front of her was named Tala. He had beautiful sapphire eyes and red hair, shaped very oddly. Her other partner, Kai, sat near the window seat in the far corner. He had two toned blue hair. Rika immediately concluded that he was the boy in the picture of the Blade Breakers. Neither of the three moved, they just simply turned around in their seats to face each other."Hey new girl." Tala winked.Rika rolled her eyes. If he was trying to flirt with her then he'd better forget it. She'd already seen two boys that captured her interest and that was enough for her. One yesterday at the mall and the other today in the hall ways before classes had commenced. Each had their own special feature, one had pure innocence whilst the other stood with pure power. She snapped out of her trance like state when Tala shook her."What?" She hissed."Great.....another bimbo." Tala glared."Who? You shouldn't be talking pretty boy. I wouldn't be surprised if you were gay." Rika shot back.Kai gave them a look that said 'stop or else' and the two shut up. They started on their project mostly based on Rika's ideas. They had settled for a design that stood on a piece of black paper. It had a silver rose outline on the top and on the bottom, and in the top left corner was a red rose, representing spring, in the top right corner was the sun, representing summer, the bottom left corner was a maple leaf, representing fall, in the bottom right corner was a snow angel carved out of snow to represent winter. During the production of this project, Rika had to explain countless amounts of times that she had a name and she wasn't the 'new girl'. Tala had called her a bitch, which ended in her calling him a bastard. Rika had started to Tala and now he didn't seem all too bad. She learned that at the moment he was hosting three girlfriends at once and neither of the three new anything. She sighed inwardly, what an idiot. Soon class was over and Ms. Yukina had reminded them when the project was due and that she needed two pieces of their own writing."I hate English." Tala grimaced.Kai gave him sarcastic thumbs up, whilst smirking. "When are we going to finish the project?" Rika asked."At my place, we all go there this afternoon.” Kai answered.
"Sounds good, so new girl what do you have next?" Tala asked as a devious smile crossed his lips.
"Music.", Rika answered suspiciously."I'll walk you to class?" Tala smirked."I’m fairly capable of walking there my self, Tala." Rika coldly said as she walked off to music, leaving Tala behind.Tala waited for Rika to be out of earshot before he nudged Kai commenting on how hot Rika was. Kai just shook his head in disappointment before Tala asked what class he had. ***When Rika arrived, she had found that the back seats were already taken, and all that was left were a couple seats in the front. She decided to take a seat in between two empty desks. After a few minutes Tala, Kai and a raven haired boy ((A/N: One guess as to who he is!)) know him?) Came into class. Kai took a seat beside Rika and so did the raven haired boy, this left Tala with the seat behind Rika. "Great, just my luck...stuck with the losers from last class." Rika muttered."I heard that..." Kai muttered back"Do I care?" She whispered.Then the teacher spoke up and started to explain what they would do for this class."Okay class, welcome to music. Today we will be singing.",Ms. Kyumi greeted.
Some people in the class groaned and the some looked fairly happy, but the four people in the front didn't even look like they were happy or sad. Talk about a tough crowd, man.
"First up Mariah Wong.",Ms. Kyumi announced."Yes maim." Mariah said as she stood up from her seat and walked herself to the front."You will be singing 'I Believe I Can Fly'.", the teacher told."Ahem! I believe I-""That will be enough, Mariah.",the teacher said with a sour face.
Mariah huffed and went back to her seat. Snickers were heard amongst the crowd. Mariah glared them away quickly and smirked triumphantly when they all stopped. Rika glanced over at the pink haired girl thought to be Mariah. That is Mariah? Please stop toying with me Kami. Rika thought rolling her eyes."Rika Hikari...",the teacher said as Rika stood up and walked to the front.
"I believe I can fly, I believe I can touch the sky. I think about it every night and day, Spread my wings and fly away. I believe I can fly, I believe I can fly, i believe i can fly." Rika sang.
Everyone was amazed at how well the new girl could sing, it took a minute or two before they all applauded. Rika without a word took her seat. After a couple minutes of what Rika called 'wasted time', it was Tale’s turn.
"I believe i can fly. I got shot by the F.B.I. . All i wanted was a spicy chicken wing, but they shot me in the dingaling-" Tala sang.
The whole class burst out laughing. Some were stupid enough to fall off their chairs. Rika had to admit, that was quite an amusing stunt he had pulled there. She would have to congratulate him later. He deserved some praise.
"TALA IVANOV!" The teacher yelled.
"What?" Tala answered innocently as he took his seat.
Next Kai went up, he was great. Then the guy next to Rika, went up. She immediately recognized him from the sports store. He still looked the same and Rika found herself staring at him a few times. Pretty soon it was time for gym. Everyone was changed and got ready to go. They were currently sitting on the grass, awaiting further instructions. They were asked to do ten laps around the school. Rika did her laps and waited for everyone else to finish, since she...some how did it all in two minutes and thirty seconds... After five minutes Kai, Ray and Tala were all done."Dude...you...are...fast...",Tala said as he caught his breath."So your name is Rika?" Ray asked casually."That's my name, don't wear it out." She answered.Then Ray inhaled deeply. She was the girl from yesterday. His prayers were actually answered for once. He met her again and this time he knew her name. Ray extended a hand to Rika."We weren't properly acquainted yesterday. My name's Ray, nice to meet you." He smiled.Rika stared at the hand once before shaking it. "Same to you." She mumbled."Listen, i was wondering that if-" Ray started, but was soon interrupted."Well if it isn't the new girl. Who would've thought, our little meeting at the mall would end here." Mariah smirked.Tala groaned.
Not her! Anyone but that slut! Tala thought angrily."Hi Tala.",Mariah waved."Hi...",Tala said dully; he didn't like Mariah that much.
"Kai." Mariah said."Mariah." He replied; He didn't like Mariah and her sick friends either.
"Hi Mariah." Ray smiled; he was such a polite person."What are you doing with the new girl?",Mariah asked, glaring daggers at Rika.Rika just rolled her eyes and sat on the bleachers."Talking...what does it look like?" Tala retorted."What are you guys talking about?" Mariah asked again, shooting Rika a nasty glare.
Ray was about to answer but Tala quickly answered."About our project." Tala answered."Bo-ring, don’t you people have lives?” Mariah commented as she left.Ray cleared his throat and began to talk to Rika before turning around a realizing she wasn't there anymore. Tala kindly pointed out that Rika was sitting on another row of bleachers to his left watching some kids play foot ball. They walked over to her and Rika groaned.Them again, Can't they see I don't like this attention? I'm trying to avoid this Ray guy too! Rika thought hopelessly.
"Did you get scared back there or something?",Tala smirked."Now...why would I get scared?" She asked innocently."Um...I don‘t know...maybe because of Mariah..." Tala started."Her? Ha, she looks week; I could probably bring her down in one punch." Rika said bored."So you weren’t scared.” Kai concluded.
"So why did you leave?" Ray asked."I was watching them play football." Rika answered."What? You weren’t paying attention to us were you?" Ray asked again."What’s it to you?” Rika spat.
"Hey watch yourself!" Tala warned."Why? You should be doing that...with all those girls flocking around you." Rika retorted."Are you jealous?" Kai said as he cocked an eyebrow."Nope... I’m just disgusted at the idea.” Rika said sourly. "So you like football?" Ray said as he quickly changed the conversation around.Tala and Rika just stared at him. But they decided to go along anyway.
"Yes, and other sports too, i was a jock in my old school." Rika yawned, and then shouted, "Hey! Can’t you guys play any better? You guys suck!"
They stared at her. Then heard the guys who were playing football yelled, "You want to try then!"
"Fine, give me your football team, I take them all on.” Rika yelled back.
"That would be us." Tala smirked."You, Wow, must be my lucky day, because this is going be a piece of cake." Rika smirked as she jumped on the bleachers and went over to the field.
Ray and the others followed her to the field and took there positions. Soon Kai asked if they were playing tackle or touch. Tackle was the answer and sadly Rika beat them all, single handed. Their gym teacher took the time to congratulate Rika and offered her a spot on the teams. Rika answered saying she would sign up for all of their teams and get in too.
"Dang! That chick’s got bite man!” Michael exclaimed."She's hot!" Enrique said overjoyed."Yes, and she’s coming over at Kai's house this afternoon." Tala sighed dreamily."Already, Kai is this true?” They all asked."I don't like her! She's just coming over to finish our project." Kai defended."Man, i am so there!" The boys rejoiced, all except for Ray.
Just then the bell rang for lunch. Everyone changed and headed to the cafeteria after putting away there stuff. Rika bought her lunch and decided to sit at the back to her lonesome self. She was silently munching on a French fry when the sounds of a high pitched voice reached her ears.
"Well, well if it isn't the new girl..." Mariah smirked as she and her crew walked over to Rika."Well, well if it isn't the pink freak from hell..." Rika muttered bitterly.
"How would you like to spend the afternoon with us?" Mariah said in her usual perky voice.Rika eyed the pink haired girl and answered, "I’m busy today..."
Mariah frowned. This girl was making this hard.
"How about tomorrow, The pink haired girl asked again."No." Rika said clearly.
Mariah frowned.
"Watch yourself, new girl, things could get pretty tough around here." Mariah smirked as she left."A threat, huh? Who cares..." Rika said as she returned to her lunch."You should worry.",A voice said from behind.Rika turned to see who it was and it was....-----Bloody Shadows:Well if you read, thanks for reviewing, now be a loyal reviewer and push the purple button down there and review! Thanks! Till next time, peoples!- Bloody Shadows