*Hey! Looks like a new story! Nope, this is a rewritten story (if you couldn't guess that from the title...). It's actually my first story I ever published on this site and the original got some negative feedback (that was actually not just flaming), so I decided to rewrite it. I finally mustered up the courage to post this first chapter. Enjoy!*

Jill's Pov

The ever-black sky with its usual sprinkling of stars stared back at me as I walked home. I was being followed, as usual, by Melina and her posse, as they took the same route home as I did. When I decided to take shortcut, they teleported around me once I got into the meter of the alleyway. They wore malicious grins and skimpy clothes, showing off their well-endowed bodies, leaving little to the imagination. I glowered at them, they knew I couldn't teleport like they could.

Oh, I seem to have forgotten to mention something important. We're enderpeople, the race of sentient beings from The End, the most desolate of the Three Worlds, and also the last discovered world. Back to the story…

"Aww, look, it's Jill! How's your anorexia doing, hon?"

Melina is the leader of a little gang in my high school that bullies everyone they see fit, even those older than her. I've always despised her, and as such, I was their main target. She shoved me against the wall, her eyes glittering with malice. I stared back, wishing I could somehow scare her off. I took a step forward, pulling back my fist and throwing it at her smug face as fast as I could. It hit, but I was a weakling; it barely fazed her.

"You little bitch, you couldn't hurt me if you t— tr—"

She was stuttering? She ran off, her posse following. I followed the gaze she had held, knowing I would never scare her, and saw a flash of white and tan before I could turn fully. Whoever had been there was gone, but who was tan and white? Nobody in The End was ever…

Oh no. Steve, and he had an iron sword!? I walked the rest of the way home in a daze. If Steve, the hero of the humans was here, he would kill Shadewing, the Enderdragon. The Enderdragon was almost like a holy being to us, she kept us safe and ate any humans trying to kill her. Unfortunately, Steve had snuck by her, and was likely going to kill a lot of us. If he was here, he was here only to steal our enderpearls, whether by killing us or reaching into our throats with his chunky fist and ripping it out of us. I had an enderpearl, but I nearly never had enough energy that I could teleport.

"Jill, honey, are you alright," my mother asked as I walked in the house.

"Yes, Mother, I'm alright. Just had a little bit of a spook from Melina on the way home today. She didn't beat me again, thankfully. Something scared her away."

"What scared her?"

"I'm not sure. All I saw was a flash of white, and some human skin before I could fully turn around. I didn't get a good look at it."

"Well, whoever or whatever it was, you'll have to thank them if you see them again."

"That's for sure. Thankfully, it's the weekend!"

I sat down next to my mother as my father prepared our dinner. I was surprised to see more than two gems in each of our dishes. I tried to relish the gems, but I ended up eating everything too fast, and getting the hiccups. I sighed, a hiccup interrupting it. My mother took my plate to the kitchen, my father and I talking.

"How was your day, kiddo?"

"Same as usual. I was stalked by Melina on my way home again, of course."

I heard a crash in the kitchen along with my mother's scream, curing my hiccups. My father and I leapt to our feet, running in quickly, and seeing what the matter was.

"Oh… my… gods…"

Herobrine's Pov

I stood on the center pillar, visiting Shadewing while the Nether World and Overworld were taken care of. I had appointed Entity 303 to rule over the Nether while I checked up on my friend, and a young enderwoman I had seen much potential in. She was different, her mind worked differently. I patted Shadewing's snout once more before lifting off the pillar.

Wait, Herobrine.

Hmm? What is it, Shadewing?

I turned around to look at her as she responded, She has a good heart. Your teachings may… disrupt that, and make her like Entity 303. Please, be careful.

Have you ever known me to be careful, Shadewing? Her ears flattened, making me laugh. Not to worry, I am being careful with this one. I promise you. Besides, she is… weak, physically. I intend to change that soon.

One more thing… when she is ready, I wish to give her a gift.

Very well, I will send her to you when that time comes along.

With that, I flew off, searching for the young one's presence. I found she was walking home, stalked by the same bully. I turned invisible and sat on the roof of the house the bully gang had surrounded her at. Watching, the bully leader smirked at Jill, calling her anorexic. While Jill was unnaturally thin even for her kind, I knew what was in her heart. I could see the burning rage that was just begging to be released, the revenge she wished to exact on these bullies: to inflict the same amount of pain they had given her in one fell swoop. They pushed her against the wall, and I decided to make my move. I dropped down when Jill stepped away from the wall, and waited until she threw a punch at the bully to show myself, just standing behind and to the side of Jill enough so they could see who I was. Jill was dumbfounded for a moment. When she began to turn around, I turned invisible again and floated off the ground. There were endermites in her home, so walking on the roof was not a problem.

I followed her into her house, still invisible, and went into the kitchen where I could still hear all the conversations. Not much happened, and I knew my time here was limited, so when they finished their dinner and the mother came into the kitchen to wash the dishes, I let myself be known. The father and Jill ran into the kitchen, all three towering over me, though I felt no fear, they knew who I was. I saw Jill's mouth move.

"Oh… my… gods…"

Jill's Pov

It was Herobrine! In our house! He must have been the one to scare off Melina earlier! I bowed to him, staying bowed along with my parents until he shifted. I dared a glance up, seeing a warm smile on his face as he approached me. I trembled, but he held out his hand.

"I mean no harm to this family. Please, stand."

I did as he said, slightly less tense than before. I had taken his offered hand, and felt something warm wash over me as I did. He was the god of the Nether World, what could I expect? I didn't like looking down at him, and he must have sensed this because he floated off the ground to be eye-level with us. He stared me in the eyes, but I felt no discomfort. I stared back, until he grew a tooth-baring smirk.

"I was right about you, Jill. You're quite different. That's a good thing, of course."

"Th-thank you, sir."

"No need for that, Jill. Zanya, Hohktep, I need to speak with your daughter privately."

My mother and father nodded solemnly, knowing what my fate would likely be: death. I was afraid as they went upstairs. Herobrine inspected me closely, some invisible force keeping me in place as he floated around me. He crossed his arms, looking relaxed as his warm smile returned.

"U-uh… may I speak freely?" He nodded, making me relax a little more. "Okay, first, thank you for scaring off Melina earlier, and second… why are you here?"

"I know you're not a pacifist like the rest of your kind, Jill." My breath hitched, and he laughed. "No need to worry. You are in no way in danger other than from your… schoolmates. I intend to change you," he said, cupping my lower jaw with both of his hands. "From now on, you may call me by name, even while you are with your schoolmates. Eventually, I will change your lanky form and it will come with a wonderful surprise. I promise you will like it, I see much potential in you. Do not disappoint me."

I smiled for the first time in years. "Thank you, Herobrine."

"You are welcome, Jill. Now, call your parents. You will find plentiful food when you return."

Herobrine's Pov

Jill nodded vigorously, and went to get her parents. I materialized a few hundred gems in a large sack for them, then another filled with meats, vegetables, fruits, herbs and spices. Finally, a small pouch that would fit in their hands filled with their currency: Mite Scales. It had been a good idea of their ancestors to turn pest scales into currency. I heard Jill and her parents returning, and teleported outside. I watched from the open window invisibly, hearing them praise me. I chuckled silently; they knew nothing of my plans yet, but I was sure they would accept them either way. I felt the black sword at my side chill my leg to the bone. I rested my palm on the hilt.

What is it, Jern?

She is the one. Her parents shall be her weapons.

I knew this already, but her parents? Are you sure?

Take their souls out and replace them with her own. The swords will link to her and will adapt to her fighting style and strength as she grows into the being she is meant to be.

Very well, it will be done. Her parents will know this.

No.

I don't always have to do what you say.

I decided, then, to visit the bullies' houses. First came the leader, who I assumed was Melina. Their fear was evident, and I looked for anything that might help Jill gain strength even faster. They didn't protest, scrambling out of my way, except for the little one, who followed me, its innocent eyes filled with curiosity. I took whatever I pleased, then left without a trace, onto the next house.

Jill's Pov

"Praise Herobrine, he has found us in good favor," my father shouted, slightly drunk from the champagne he had bought with the Mite Scales. I laughed.

"Dad, that was two days ago. I'm back in school for the week now. He has plans, I'm sure they were going good and he found us to be worthy recipients of his gifts."

"Whatever! He has blessed us beyond belief!"

"Yeah, even Melina and her posse stayed away from me today! I had the best day ever!"

"Oh, honey! That's wonderful!"

"I know!"

"Hey, why don't we go out for your favorite tonight, kiddo?"

"That won't be necessary," Herobrine's voice said behind me. We all froze, and he chuckled. "I am simply checking up on how you are, Jill."

"Oh, heheh. I'm well, thanks to you. I feel stronger already, and I can teleport now! We all can!"

"Good. Zanya, Hohktep, how are you feeling?"

"Much better, thank you, your highness!"

He waved them away. "You two may call me by name. I have given the same privilege to your daughter."

I nodded, and my parents looked back at Herobrine thankfully.

"Then, thank you so much, Herobrine."

"I will be back in five days, where I must discuss some rather serious business with all three of you. It includes my plans for you, Jill. Zanya, Hohktep, my plans for your daughter are not negotiable, they are necessary for this realm to remain healthy. Do you understand?"

"Yes, of course. We will go through with them, whatever you have in mind, whether we like them or not."

I nodded to Herobrine, who seemed to know what I was thinking all the time. I went to bed, full for the third night in a row. Tuesday came quickly, and I jumped out of bed, ready for the day. I got dressed, grabbed a diamond, some chunks of redstone, and some nether quartz for breakfast, and headed out, a spring in my step as I ate on my way to school. I saw Melina, and waved to her, not faking my good mood for once. She looked like she had been crying, along with the rest of her posse. I slowed my step, and walked up to them, my face becoming masked of all expression.

"Are you guys okay?"

"Lord Herobrine… he… tortured us, with images in our minds…"

I was surprised, but feigned concern anyway. "Well, he's the god of the Nether World. He's evil, he may just pick on some of us for no reason."

I walked away, my spring returning after I forgot the incident. I sat alone at lunch, staring out the window. I felt something in my head, wondering what it was.

I assume you were pleased with their being humbled this morning?

Oh, Herobrine, that's you in my head! I recognize your voice. Yes, I was nearly ecstatic, it was hard to hide it.

It's telepathy, and I am right next to you, invisible of course. I have been watching over you while my colleagues take care of the other worlds.

O-oh, thank you… I felt a kiss planted on my forehead, doing my best to hide my blush as he did so. W-why are you…

Shhh. I am simply giving you a blessing. It will make you physically stronger until I show myself to you this Friday. If Melina beats you, fight back.

Oh, my… I kind of hope she does beat me now.

Revenge is a dish best served cold, Jill, but it is also meant to be savored.

Of course, Herobrine. This will be the sweetest of revenges.

I would like to watch.

Please do!

I felt his satisfaction, and his gaze gently on me throughout the day. I decided to take the shortcut again, knowing Melina was going to take out her frustrations on me. She was alone today, which was perfect. I faced her in the alleyway, rage burning in her eyes.

"Hey, anorexic bitch! Come over here, I need to hit someone!"

"Oh, well then this will get worse if I run."

She began beating me, until I caught one of her punches. I felt strength surging through me, like someone had brewed an extra strength Strength Potion, and I had drank it. I overpowered Melina, beating her with all my heart. She was broken and bleeding when I was done with her. I got up, breathing heavily, and her body lifted off the ground. I assumed it was Herobrine, and felt the telepathy again.

I am proud of you. You have not disappointed me… well done. You have my favor still. Go home, your wounds will be healed by tomorrow morning.

Thank you!

I hurried home, the bruises already paling blotches of my black, metallic skin. My smile was as bright as ever, though. Herobrine had given so much, and I promised myself I would repay him some day. I ate a small snack, an apple that he had given us. The fresh food was amazing, it tasted wonderful. Still hungry, I wondered what else I could eat without ruining my appetite for dinner. I found an enchanted golden apple on the table with a note. I smiled, picking up the note.

Slice up the apple and share it with your parents or keep it all to yourself. Either way, make sure you eat some of it. It will help with the healing process.

-H

Wow, he was giving me everything I could have imagined, and more… I decided to share the apple, slicing it into wedges with the core cut out. I found there was indeed a lemon with all the other fruits, knowing the citrus would keep the apple flesh from turning brown and seem unappetizing. I cut the lemon open, grabbing a small container from one of our cupboards, and placed the apple sliced inside, squeezing the lemon juice over it, careful not to get any on my hands. I placed the lid on the contained and put it in the fridge, going and sitting on the sofa with half of the slices. Since the large amount of money had been given to us, we had gotten electricity and a television. I turned on the television, looking up at the brightly glowing screen. I took a bite of the apple, finding it was made of gold. Even the juice and crunchy flesh was made of gold.

"Impressed?"

I jumped, nearly choking on the bite of apple I had taken, and looked around. Knowing he could fly, I looked up and saw him standing in the center of the ceiling, looking at the television. He was laughing, likely seeing how bad he had startled me.

"Oh my gosh you scared me!"

"I know. It's what big brothers do."

"Huh?"

Herobrine's Pov

"I have decided you should be my little sister, Jill. Adopted, of course, but I will handle all the paperwork."

"Uh… okay."

The uncertainty in her voice was amusing. I had already taken care of the paperwork, officially making her my adopted sister. Again, I spoke. "We will grow close, I believe."

"Um, aren't you evil? Shouldn't you be plotting something right now?"

"No. I have my plan, it is in motion, and I intend to see it through. However, yes, I am evil." She was confused. "I know you're confused but you have much to learn. I will be near you, but you won't know it. You will see me on Friday at dinnertime."

"Okay. Thanks, Brother."

"You are quite welcome, little Sister."