A Lovely Complex

Author's Note:

Loosely based on the anime of the same title, Alice has always been the "tiny one" and Jasper the "tall one." What if by some bizarre twist of fate that Alice becomes "the giant" and Jasper "the shrimp"? Both Juniors in high school and classmates to boot - these two hate each other's guts then make a bet about who can grab a date first thus a competition wherein who had the worst "love complex" ensues. All is fair in love and war but could the war end in love?

All Human and all crazy. Both characters are slightly OOC at some points but I promise this is full of comedy and light fluff-tastic drama.

This isn't a full adaptation of the anime or the live action of Lovely Complex. The only thing I'm borrowing from the anime is the concept that Alice is the tallest girl and Jasper, the shortest boy and of course – the bet. Other than that, it's all me. He-he.

Written for my sister Lady-von-Strife the anime-Twilight freak!


Disclaimer: I do not own Twilight or the anime Lovely Complex.


Chapter 1: The Bet

Death glares.

Harsh scowls.

Folded arms.

Furrowed brows.

Fire.

Surges of electricity connecting sharp blue eyes with equally penetrating gray eyes - waving staggeringly back and forth both unyielding.

If looks could kill comes to mind.

A snarl!

A hiss!

The moment these two locked eyes in the classroom on their first day of junior year at Forks High School, tension filled the air.

On one corner, she of the 6'1" statuesque frame with raven hair styled in a pixie cut bob around her head, her delicate face was scrunched up in a scowl so fierce you could almost hear calls of wild cats in the background. Her blue eyes were serious and focused. Taller than the average girl her age – she struggles constantly to find a date where she didn't need to bend over just to talk. Student Council Vice President – Mary Alice Brandon was in for the stare down of a century.

On the other corner emitting a growl himself was he of the 5'5" short but lean frame with gold fair hair that framed his gray eyes that were intense and unblinking at the moment. He was grimacing and fought to steady himself. Shorter than the average boy his age – he too struggled constantly to find a date where he didn't need to stand on his toes just to smile in greeting. Co-captain of the School's Basketball Varsity team (despite his height) – Jasper Whitlock was not backing out from any game.

Onlookers stood by the sidelines - some in fright, some with curiosity while some, well, took bets.

Finally shifting from his position, Jasper adjusted his face into that of a smug smile, closed his eyes while shaking his head.

Alice cocked an eyebrow at him.

Jasper opened his eyes and narrowed them as he scrutinized Alice. "Sure, like wearing make-up and styling your hair would get you a date any sooner."

Alice's eyebrows shot up as he hit a nerve but decided to retort calmly than yell at him. Hell no was she going to lose her composure just for him. She let out a sigh dramatically while she bowed her head, close her eyes and touched her forehead with her index finger.

Then she opened her eyes and looked equally smug at him while she extended her pointed finger flat out to his direction.

"Well, so what if I wanted to look extra nice on our first day back? You're not as innocent as you seem, Whitlock. Nice shiny hair by the way, did you cut it? How are the ladies reacting?" she replied.

Jasper huffed then continued his glare, "My hair is just as shiny as before – Brandon."

"Ha! Said the talking shrimp. Figures. I mean shrimps do thrive underwater" Alice sneered.

Jasper's brows quirked in irritation then he replied, "Cute. Too bad your joke's the only the only thing cute about you, you Amazon."

At the mention of Amazon, Alice struggled to keep from trembling in rage an annoyance then settled into keeping her scowl. "Humph. So how're the dates coming?"

Jasper jerked back a bit.

Alice snickered. "I thought so."

"I may not have a date yet but I will soon. I believe that my 'complex' is easier. In today's world, where everything is fast and efficient – the smaller the gadget, the more efficient and handy – It's going to be a revolution for small things!" Jasper exclaimed.

"Keep dreaming shrimp, though I wouldn't be surprised if… you had…a small package." Alice giggled.

Jasper looked at her in aghast. "I may not be that tall but the rest of me is - I assure you. And how would you even know? I don't think anyone has the balls to go up to a giant like you! You might eat them alive!"

"Why I ought to –

"Ought to what?"

Alice stomped her foot and flailed her arms. "You're impossible, Whitlock. But I will win this bet. I have supermodel looks so I can get dates."

"The only supermodel quality you have is your height Brandon. You still look like a gargoyle to me," Jasper snickered.

"Yeah, well you're still a shrimp with freaky eyes, eww." Alice shot back.

"Whatever, but the bet's still on. I hope you have tons of water as you'll be my new water girl" Jasper said.

"I don't think there's a need for that. I hope you clear your schedule as you will be my errand boy Whitlock. Prepare to lose - shrimp," Alice replied.

"Same to you Amazon, same to you," Jasper said indignantly.

The bet was on.

Who will be the first to find love?


AN: Ha-ha. Just wanted to segue away from all the drama I've been doing. This is purely for fun. Hope you like it! Yes, as I've said, they're OOC. So what? This is my AU. Anything goes. Love it or hate it. Purely done for fun!

Margaux