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"I wonder what happened at that party now..." Danny mused. He looked at Anna but frowned. He could see somewhat without his glasses, but it wasn't the clearest of vision.
Nathan closed his eyes. As much as he really, really wanted to let Erika have it, he knew that it would only cost him greatly in the long run. So instead of doing that, he turned away from Erika and closed his eyes. If one were to listen him carefully, they would hear him muttering to himself in what could only be described as an odd blend of Italian and French. If one were able to comprehend said blend, they would be able to tell that he was telling himself to stay calm for just a little longer before he could get away from everyone for a long, long time.
Sophie, understanding, raised an eyebrow at what he was saying but didn't comment further. She made a mental note to talk to their father and cut off Nate's credit cards if he tried to run... not that it would matter, given the access to hard currency he enjoyed. She worried about him, she always did. With the pain he had felt in recent weeks, Sophie knew that he was having a hard time in his relationship with Erika. There was no doubt in her mind that he loved her... but she had serious doubts as to whether Erika returned those feelings. The only thing in her life that scared Sophie Dalton was the simple fact that a mental collapse was inevitable for her brother and it was only a question of when.
"I guesss we can´t ask at the moment," Anna whispered towards Danny as she looked at the scene.
Jordan noticed Nathan for a moment before sighing, he didn´t feel all that well in having to be forced to dress up, but he also wanted to help his best friend if he had a chance to do so.
"This is still hard to walk with," Dia pointed out as he walked around with his dress, trying his best not to trip. "Do I really look like a girl though?"
Nathan's lack of a response was somewhat concerning to Erika, but she decided to momentarily ignore it. She wasn't sure as to why he appeared so angry, and his silence was most definitely not helping matters. If he wanted to talk about it, he would. Instead of paying attention to the current request, she began to stare off into space, her eyes being focused on a nearby wall.
Amy and Jake had decided to talk on their own, mostly so that they could drown out th erest of the group. "So you wanted to talk to me?' Amy asked him with a curious expression, a slight blush on her face. "I know we met during that party, but, back then I was different."
"Yeah, for one I didn't have to dress up like this," Jake noted, though he felt that he had probably stretched his tone a bit too much. "I was shocked when I found out about your situation."
Amy didn't say anything, instead she just looked away from him for a moment, as if she was thinking of what to say. "I kind of...lose my problem when I drink for some reason, I don't even have to be drunk for it, I found out about it once at the all girl's school I was in, the punch at this party was spiced," she pointed out with a bit of embarrassment in her voice. "Of course I can't bring alcohol to school."
Jake didn't feel like telling her that he already knew about other students (Nate) that had managed to sneak it in, mostly because he didn't feel that it was appropriate at the moment. "Guess that explains it, but still I mean...you're a fun person, I mean I have my own share of friends yeah but it's hard for me to find someone I really enjoy spending my time with."
"How so?"
"Well, I've always been a bit of a class clown, always managed to get on people's good sides, but at the end of the day I've never really felt like it's necessary for me to really grow deep with others," he explained in a lower tone as he looked over at Jordan. "That knucklehead over there is the only one that's different, it's funny since I actually used to bully him," he chuckled softly. "We ended up having this big fight in middle school and ended up having to get stitches together, somehow it worked." he then turned to face her and smiled. "But what I mean is, that I feel the same way with you, I know you have your quirks but I want to get to know you more, simple as that."
Amy, once more stayed silent, this time trying to hide the small blush in her face. She too had to admit she had grown interested in Jake, she wasn't that comfortable around guys even when she did have a little to drink those few times. "I guess you really are interesting," she replied.
"Yeah...but I don't work for this sappy stuff honestly," Jake laughed and leaned against his chair. "I mean, I'm not gonna go thinking it's going to be like some dumb romcom and we're just gonna fall for each other like this."
"Oh? then what do you have planned Ms. Dodge," Amy teased with a smirk, something that was uncharacteristic of her.
"Well...how about just hanging out, I know a few places, I heard you like video games," at this Amy gasped silently. She always tried to hide her taste for games, always trying to give off a more proper demeanour. "Though...I don't know how I feel about dressing up in public," Jake scratched his cheek shyly.
"It's okay," Amy nodded her head and smiled. "But anyways, I would love to hang out with you some time Jacob."
"Awesome!" Jake cheered out loud, causing everyone in the room to hear him.
I suppose if you put a sustained amount of effort in your goals, and put your heart on display. The universe has a way to reward your actions in one way or another. I hope that boy finds a jubilant future with that girl.
"Is it possible for me to take off this ludicrous dress and pigtails now?" He asked cooly.
Zane shot his head up in slight shock once he heard Jake cheer out loud. "I'm guessing that's a good thing." He said with a grin, flipping part of his wig back. Erika continued to look at the wall.
Once everything was done and the council had left along with Amy Jake walked towards Jordan and sighed. "I'm sorry you had to end up doing all of this for me," he pointed out as he looked a this best friend.
"It's the least I could do," Jordan said as he smiled back at his friend. "You're always there for me after all," he patted his shoulder and nodded his head before turning towards the others and bowing down politely. "I'm sorry everyone, well the guys at least, I know it must've been a huge ordeal for the whole of you," he pointed out while looking at the floor. "Or the majority of you at least, I hope you can put it past today." he then turned towards the girls. "No more crossdressing, and that is final."
"You know that's not going to stick with these girls," Danny commented. "Though I still don't see why you guys have such an issue."
"Because they are sexist in that sense,"Zima said annoyed. "Anyways Danny let's go home. Though we might want to make sure mom and dad don't see you like that." When Zima said mom, her tone had the same dislike in it as always.
'I don't care you still owe me ice cream, and cake, and donuts....donuts," Dia sad with a dreamy expression on his face, forgetting to even take off his dress as he leaned against the couch.
***
At the entrance of the school stood a teenager, staring at the large doors that led into 7 Point high as his jet black hair waved around with the wind and a smirk crossed his face. "So this is Seven Point High huh?" he pointed out with a playful grin. "I wonder how much fun I can have with this place before I get bored."
***
January 26th
"Okay, we finally have this after so long!" Jordan cheered as he and Dia finished setting up a small mini fridge of the corner of the room, a smile plastered on both of their faces as they stared at it.
"Why are you guys so happy about it anyway?" Anna raised an eyebrow as she walked into the clubroom.
"We can put food in it," they both repeated in unison before Jordan sat down on his chair. "Sometimes I get hungry myself, plus we can just put food there for us to eat if we get bored or something."
"My brother is an idiot," Anna sighed in disappointment.
"Well at least now he can be quiet about the mini fridge," Zima said, joining the room along with Danny.
"Did he complain about it a lot?" Lucina asked, sitting down already.
"Yes."
"Aww well that must have been adorable. Jordan you should have said something. I could have helped you," a certain blond said hugging Jordan from behind. "How have you been?"
Felix was walking outside the school, classes having ended for the day. His face was notably less cheerful than usual, still a bit bitter over the previous weeks activities. He was about head home, when someone on a nearby bench started waving at him.
"Yo, Felix!"
Felix looked surprised, realizing it was his good friend Drake waving at him.
"Drake, what are you doing here?" Felix asked, as Drake got up from his seat and walked over to where Felix stood. Drake was taller and thinner than most, wearing a black jacket that resembled some kind of armor from a video game, small prescription glasses adorning his face. His medium black hair swayed lightly in the breeze outside.
"Waiting for you, remember?" Drake said teasingly. "We were going to work on our material after school, at your house."
"Yeah, but I thought you were going to meet me at my house," Felix said, still slightly confused.
"Well, my parents had to run out to some meeting, so I told them they could just drop me off here and I'd wait for you."
"I see," Felix responded, shrugging. "Well, I'm done for today, so let's get going."
"Wait, I thought you told me you had some kind of club thing after classes?" Drake asked. "Don't you have to go do that first?"
"I'm not going today," Felix responded plainly, making it clear he didn't want to talk about it.
"Why not?" Drake asked, confused. Felix was just raving about this club a few days ago, and now suddenly he didn't want to go.
"I don't know," Felix responded, pocketing his hands. "I'm not sure about it now. I mean, they're nice people and all, but they're... weird, for lack of a better word. Not to mention all the drama that surrounds them. Seems like even the slightest comment sets them off and then shit hits the fan."
"Oh come on!" Drake exclaimed, jabbing Felix's shoulder. "How 'weird' could they possibly be?"
Felix leaned in, whispering into Drake's ear the event from the last week.
"Hahahaha! Seriously?!" Drake jeered, unable to contain his laughter.
"It's not funny!" Felix scolded, nudging Drake with his elbow.
"No, I'm not laughing because of that," Drake said, a huge grin on his face. "I'm laughing because you're being such a big baby!"
"Oh please," Felix said, clearly not amused.
"Don't 'oh please' me," Drake said, letting out a sigh as he placed his hand on Felix's shoulder. "Don't you think you're overreacting just a little bit? Are you really going to just up and leave because of one silly little thing like that? Honestly, you're making a big deal out of nothing. I actually think it was rather nice of them to do that for the girl."
"A dumb idea is what it was!" Felix said, rolling his eyes.
"Look, Felix," Drake said, stepping in front of Felix. "You gotta go back. You can't just quit because of one stupid thing. You need to go back and apologize."
"Apologize for what?" Felix exclaimed. "They should apologize to me!"
"Apologize for being a whiny baby!" Drake said bluntly. Drake and Felix were best friends, but Drake knew that Felix could definitely come across as lippy when things didn't go his way. Felix let out a sigh, realizing he wasn't going to win this battle.
"Fine. I'll go back. Happy?" Felix said, defeated.
"Yes I am," Drake said with a smile. The two turned around to head back to the school, before Drake piped up once again. "So aside from the obvious answer, why do you think these people are 'weird?'"
"It's just a lot of drama," Felix responded as they walked. "Everybody seems to have some kind of personal vendetta against someone else. Besides, this one kid, Danny, apparently hates me for no reason."
"Hah! What makes you say that?" Drake asked with a laugh.
"Just the way he talks to me, and the fact that he keeps giving me these glares." Felix answered.
"Heh, what did you do? Steal his girlfriend or something?" Drake said, chuckling.
"Of course not," Felix said with a shrug. "I haven't done anything to him as far as I can tell. He just... doesn't like me."
The two continued to converse as they made their way to the assist club. Finally arriving at the club room, Felix opened the door, allowing Drake to walk in before following him inside.
"Hey guys." Felix said, announcing his presence. "Hope you don't mind. My friend Drake is just waiting here for me, since I'm his ride home."
Drake looked over at Felix, nudging him slightly. Felix looked over at Drake, who was giving him a look that said "Well? Don't you want to say something?"
Felix sighed, before speaking up again, his voice sounding somber. "Also, I'm sorry for the way I acted last week with Jake and Amy. I was being whiny and selfish, and only thinking of myself."
"I've been waiting for that thing to be put here for years." Erika commented, her finger pointing in the fridge's direction. "Took you long enough in getting it. Now I can finally prep food in here." She added, walking over to the couch and sitting in it. Noticing Felix and his friend walk in, she listened to what he had to say.
"Apology accepted, though I must agree dresses can be a bit uncomfortable."
***
Zane was walking down the hallway with his good friend Drew beside him. He was a teen of tall stature, being an inch or two taller than Zane. His hair was dark brown in color, his eyes a calm green. Clothing wise, he wore a simple black hoodie with blue jeans. On top of his head was a stylish fedora. "I can tell that you listened to my advice about your hat. I'm impressed." Zane eventually spoke up. As if expecting no response, he continued to chatter on about how listening to him would help anyone in the long run.
"You see, fashion can also help you with job inter-" Drew playfully bumped his arm against Zane's in an attempt to quiet him. After getting his attention, Drew began to gesture his hands. If someone were to watch his movements closely, they would note his use of sign language.
"What do you mean by that? I would never threaten you to wear that hat!" Zane exclaimed. His friend simply smiled in response. As they continued to walk, the two approached the Assist Club. "Here's my stop." Zane said, looking around the hall. "Thanks for walking with me, man." With a nod of his head, Drew continued to walk down the hallway, leaving Zane by himself.
He walked inside saying, "Hello, hello, hello all! I hope you didn't miss me!"
"Oh! You have some cute new members. Look at these two," Aphrodite went from hugging Jordan to suddenly hugging Zane and Felix. "You two are just so cute."
"Aphrodite if you have a request then please let us know what it is," Zima said, obviously annoyed.
"So impatient," she replied, not letting go of the boys.
"Aphrodite she's right. We should really do what we came here for. I'm sure they all have things to do," Robin said walking in.
"Robin!" Zima exclaimed brightening up. She got up and walked over to the boy giving him a hug. "Are you two here for a request?"
"School newspaper. I am interviewing the assist club for this issue. Robin I'm having draw all of you together since we're also doing an article on photographs vs. art. So he will draw you guys in one position and I will take a picture of that same position."
"Um...who are you though?" Lucina asked confused. Today for her outfit it was like a pokemon ranger, just somehow toned down.
"Aphrodite. Head of the media branch of the seven stars and my lovely partner is fourth year in the arts branch, Robin."
"Oh well then nice to meet you!"
"Likewise."
"She's going to smother our members before she gets to the interview however," Danny sighed.
For a moment, Sophie was saddened by the fact that Nathan would be missing all of this. And then she remembered that he would hate all of this, from the pictures to the interviews. She smiled sadly at what his reaction would have been. She hadn't seen him since the night after the cross dressing request and she had not even spoken to him on the phone. Sophie sighed, looking out the window. She hadn't been herself lately, she was worried sick about Nathan. She had no idea where he was and she only had her dad's assurances that he was okay.
"Oh, okay." Erika frowned, looking off at the window. She truly didn't care about the current request at hand because of Nathan. Not only had he gotten angry at her for an idiotic reason, but he left without a word. She had a hard time distinguishing her emotions; she could never tell if she was furious or concerned. "Just let me know when I'm needed."
Zane let out a small squeak once Aphrodite grabbed him, a slight blush on his cheeks as she continued to hold him.
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