Game of Thrones: Loves Many Trials

Chapter 1 of a new GOT story, something knew I thought I'd try in collaboration with Marina Ka-Fai and Boris Yeltsin; we basically created three OCs who are, essentially, us, and inserted them into this story. Obviously the last names aren't our real last names. Anyway, please give this a chance and hope you enjoy it.

Pairings:

OC/Meera
OC/Sansa
OC/Lancel
Bran/Jojen
Arya/Gendry
Myrcella/Margaery

Disclaimer: Game of Thrones belongs to George R.R. Martin.

Chapter 1

The eighteen year old man bit his lip as he began getting ready for the day. He considered the sudden change to his situation, amazed he was coping with it; due to his Asperger's after all. The young man's name was Jamie Townley, a five-foot seven young man with a toned build and slight paunch. He had short dark red hair, hazel eyes and wore glasses due to his poor eyesight. He was fair skinned and had a few moles on his arms and back as well as a slight lack of pigmentation of the skin on his left knee.

'To think I would end up here, away from mum and dad, starting a new school.' He thought. 'It doesn't sound like that big a deal, but when you're so used to routine and such, like me...'

Shaking his head he began to get ready. Wanting a fresh start he had found a house and moved to Westeros from his native Scotland. He was enrolled in Royal Rivers Academy, and was just getting ready to start his day.

Getting dressed he pulled on the boy's version of the school uniform. For the boys, said uniform consisted of black trousers; a white button up short sleeved shirt; black tie with thin blue and white stripes; a black V-necked sweatshirt; white or black socks, Jamie chose white and black shoes.

After checking his appearance one more time, Jamie sighed, grabbed his bag and prepared himself; already nervous. But he did his best to work through it and made his way out of the door, heading for school.

Meanwhile, in another house, elsewhere in Westeros; another eighteen year old was getting ready for their day. This one was a young woman of average height; chubby (tending on the overweight side), ash blond hair which she usually dyed, almond shaped grey-green eyes, very pale skin, rosy cheeks, some imperfections here and there.

Her name was Marina Flanders, she had recently moved from France out to this home, again seeking a fresh start, a chance to meet new people and friends. Her parents and younger brother had been happy for her to have this chance and now, here she was. Smiling cheerfully; she began to get ready for the day.

'I can't wait, this should be fun.' She thought to herself.

True she knew the dangers, she had been a victim of bullying for years, but she was also a social butterfly and knew how to make friends; so she could easily take the rough with the smooth. Before long she was dressed in her school uniform, also for Royal Rivers Academy.

For the girls, said uniform actually left a lot of choice for the girls. It consisted of black trousers or a black skirt, that decision being left up to the girl; any length was allowed so long as it wasn't too short; a white blouse; the same tie and sweatshirt as boys; black socks, the length allowed varied from between knee length to ankle length or tights and either black flats or calf-high boots, again depending on the girls choice.

Marina was comfortable with her body and didn't really care about stereotypes and such, in fact she hated them, but she felt much more comfortable in trousers so that was what she chose to wear. Finally ready she grabbed her bag and everything she would need and, excited for this new chapter in her life, left for school.

A final new eighteen year old student for Royal Rivers Academy was also getting ready for the day. Brian Baker, a six foot one, lanky man with dirty blonde hair and blue eyes. He smiled calmly, getting ready for the day.

He like the other two new students, had moved to Westeros for a new start, with the support from his parents and younger brother. Being from the Southern parts of America he had a noticeable accent when he spoke. He was casually humming to himself, while slightly nervous he couldn't deny he was looking forward to this new day.

Obviously, like Jamie he wore the boy's version of the uniform, the only difference being simply Brian opting for black socks instead.

'Well, time to get going...I overheard I'm not the only new student starting today.' He mused. 'This should be, interesting.'

So, like the others he grabbed what he needed and was soon on his way. What none of the trio realized was, firstly they all actually knew each other from an online site they all used and also, that this 'new start' would change their lives forever.

Arriving at the school; the trio inevitably met up as they headed for the Principal's office. Seeing them Marina smiled and spoke first.

"Hi there, I'm Marina Flanders."

Brian smiled back and nodded politely. "I'm Brian Baker, nice to meet you."

Jamie gave a thin nervous smile. "Jamie Townley; pleasure."

All three of them paused for a moment, noting each other's accents, and first names.

"Wait a minute..." Brian queried. "You guys sound familiar, I don't suppose you are...fanficiton writers?"

Jamie nodded. "Actually, I am."

"Me too." Marina admitted, then her eyes widened. "Wait a minute, you guys are...Ezio and Boris?"

They both nodded, all of them surprised to realize they actually all knew each other. Yet by pure chance had just met face to face in real life for the first time.

"Wow, this is, pretty cool." Jamie remarked.

The others nodded in agreement and, already feeling more at ease, now they each knew at least two other people here; they reached the Principal's office.

Seated in the Principal's office, they listened as the Principal, an elderly man with a kind face, gave a speech to them. The nameplate on his desk read J. Arryn.

"So, as new students I understand that this will be different for you. A new experience. I am sure you will soon get used to it, now, allow me to welcome you and I hope you will fit in well and feel safe in our walls."

With his speech finally over he gave each of the new students their schedules and arranged for three students to come and be their guides. The three came in, approaching their respective charges.

"Hey." A fair skinned young man with dark brown hair and eyes, clad in the boy's uniform, greeted Jamie. "I'm Podrick Payne."

Jamie nodded, noting Pod seemed as nervous as he did. "Jamie Townley, nice to meet you."

Brian meanwhile smiled politely and introduced himself to his guide. A beautiful eighteen year old auburn haired, blue eyed pale skinned girl, dressed in the girl's uniform and by her choice, wearing a knee length skirt, with black ankle socks and flats.

She smiled back and introduced herself. "Sansa Stark, it's nice to meet you too, Brian."

Marina also smiled as she met her guide. A stunningly beautiful girl with chestnut brown hair and brown eyes, she was fair skinned and willowy, like Sansa she choose a skirt as part of her uniform although hers was mid-thigh length and her socks were knee highs, while she also wore flats.

"Margaery Tyrell, it's a pleasure to meet you."

"Marina Flanders, same."

They both smiled and the Principal spoke one more time. "Once again, thank you for your time and take care, now, off to class with you all."

With that the trio and their respective guides left the office and parted ways, heading for their first classes.

End of chapter, hope you enjoyed it, read and review please.