A/N:
Hey all! It's Rinoa-san! No I have not dropped off the face of the Earth….I've just had lots of stuff going on. For example, my second year of college starts this fall. (Yikes!). Anyway, I haven't quite decided if I will get back to my Ayashi no Ceres story (Another Descendant's story) or not yet. I am no longer talking to the person I was originally writing it for…so yes, that is up in the air. I do, however, plan on continuing Crossing Worlds. I just have to get back to it and maybe do some revising. ^_^
This is one of many new stories I have had come to me. I would like some more feedback to see if I'll continue it. I have lots planned and have an excerpt/preview up on my quizilla page. I decided to start by posting this one since it is the only one that was voted on by one person on my poll (also found on my quizilla account). Please enjoy and tell me what you think. My quizilla account can be found on my profile. Enjoy!
Chapter One: The beginning of a New Year:
A sigh escaped her lips. Another year of school was starting. Most students would either be excited or disappointed. Some may even feel nervous. More than anything, she was worried. How was she ever going to fit in? Was it even possible? And why did she ever agree to be part of this program?
"Rena!"
That was why. She turned and smiled at the boy running towards her. His dark brown hair lay in a messy pile on his head. His deep blue eyes held happiness and excitement as they met hers. He didn't hesitate a moment when he reached her. Grabbing her waist, he lifted her off the ground and spun, causing her to let out a small squeak before laughing. When he put her back down, he immediately pulled her into a hug. She smiled and returned the gesture.
"You're finally here," he whispered before pulling back.
His smile stretched across his face as he grabbed the large suitcase beside her.
"Come on. Let's get you settled in,"
She laughed brightly.
"Calm down, Ryoma-kun. I just go here. Can't you take it easy for a minute?"
"But I want to get you settled in. I can't help being excited! We finally get to go to school together. How can you not be jumping up and down with excitement right now? I know you want to,"
"Ever think it has anything to do with being at an all-boys school?"
"There's nothing to worry about. Besides, if anyone tries anything, we'll hunt them down and make them pay mercilessly until they slither into a hole and die like the snakes they are,"
The doom and gloom he predicted became even scarier with the bright smile on his face. What's worse, she knew he was serious. If something were to ever happen, Ryoma and her other brothers would take care of her and destroy whatever fool it was that hurt her. She couldn't help but sigh. It was because of her brothers she had agreed to the project. She, along with four other girls, was chosen to attend an all-boy's school that neighbored their all-girls school for a year. It was a test to see if the schools could eventually combine within the next few years. Natsumi High had picked five of its best students and offered them the chance to go to the all boys' school, Konoha, and represent their school. She had been a bit skeptical at the beginning. The idea of attending an all boy school didn't appeal at all. Had it been any other school, she would have declined. Instead, it was a school she couldn't refuse. He brothers all attended Konoha. She knew if anywhere, she would be safe there. After a long battle, she convinced the boys' headmaster to let her room with one of her brothers. She didn't have a preference on which one, but she was dead set against rooming with a stranger. The other girls had their rooms set. One of them would have to room with a boy regardless and she just so happened to get picked. Lucky her (A/N: dripping with sarcasm)
It wasn't all bad though. She was rooming with Ryoma for the year. For that part she did want to jump up and down with excitement. Although she didn't really have a favorite brother, Ryoma had extra points. It was in no way intentional. They were twins so they were just naturally closer. She also wasn't alone. She still had the opportunity to have girl time. Her best friends Sakura, Hinata, Tenten, and Ino were all asked to attend as well. They were five of the best at Natsumi. They weren't super geniuses, but they were the best possible representation.
"I know," she replied "But don't forget I can take care of myself,"
"Aw Rena-chan I know you can. I just miss spending time with you and you know how worried we get. We only want to protect you,"
He wrapped his arm around her shoulders as they moved toward their dorm. It didn't take them long to get her in, unpacked, and settled into their new dorm. Most of the heavy duty stuff (fridge, couches, TV, etc.) had been moved in when Ryoma had arrived about a week prior. She unpacked her clothes into the dresser she shared with Ryoma and the closet. She set up her desk, made the bottom bunk, and put everything in its place. She sighed as she sat on the bed. Everything was set up and clean…at least for now.
"All settled?" Ryoma asked, leaning in the doorway.
She smiled over at him.
"As settled as I'm going to get. There's no way for me to be completely settled in a brand new school on my first day,"
He sat next to her and she automatically leaned against him. His arm wrapped around her and his head rested on hers. For a while they just sat there in silence.
"It's going to be okay," he whispered. "I'm right here. You don't have to struggle alone."
"I know. It's just…"
"It's okay,"
She smiled slightly. That was one of the things she loved about him. They didn't need words for everything. They just understood each other. No one else really understood their connection, their mutual understanding. Yet no one ever got in between them. They respected the twins close bond and understood enough to know that it was something needed. She inhaled deeply and sighed before standing up. She smiled back at him than headed for the bathroom. No sooner had she shut the door when someone knocked on the main door.
"Ryoma-kun, can you get the door please?" She called.
"Sure thing!"
She heard the door open and another male voice joined her brother's.
"Hey what's up?" Ryoma said surprised to see the boy in front of him.
"So you're my roommate this year," he replied.
Ryoma then saw the boy's luggage at his feet, key in hand.
"R-roommate?"
"Is there a problem?" He asked raising an eyebrow.
"It's just that…"
"Ryoma-kun who is it?"
The boy at the door raised an eyebrow.
"It's kind of hard to explain," Ryoma replied.
"Ryoma, who was chosen as one of the top in her class?"
"You,"
"Who just transferred to an all-boys' school for you?"
"You did,"
"Who spent hours in a heated debate with the headmaster so we could room together?"
"You,"
"Who tends to get the better grades?"
"You,"
"Then what is it that I wouldn't under…" she opened the door and followed his gaze "stand,"
A few moments of silence ticked by.
"Ryoma, why didn't you just say we had a guest?"
"That's the confusing part," he answered.
"What's confusing about it?"
"I'm your roommate," replied the boy, a little annoyed.
She just looked at him, a fake smile plastered to her face.
"I-I'm sorry. I must have misheard you,"
"I'm your roommate and if you don't mind I'd like to get out of the hallway,"
He grabbed his bags and moved past Ryoma into the room. He was their age (about 14) with black hair and onyx eyes. He was a bit taller than her, about her brother's height. She could almost hear the screams of jealousy. However, she didn't care at that moment. All she cared about was that she was rooming with another guy.
And there you have it! My second Naruto fanfiction. I have several others...I just have to go back and write beginnings for them haha. There is a preview for this one as well as other previews/excerpts on my quizilla account. Again, there is a link for it on my profile. Please, take the poll so I know what stories I should continue. Reviews are nice, but not required. I do watch to see how many hits the story gets, but that isn't always enough to make me keep it up. So at least...say two reviews? That's what my other story has so, I'd like to get at least two here for me to continue. Thanks!
I, sadly, do not own the rights for any of the Naruto stuff. I do own Rena and Ryoma. Please do not try and steal my characters...or there will be many nasty emails. Thanks! ^_^
Have a great day!
-Rino-san
