A/N: Here is another story, one I have been thinking about for a while now. A couple years actually. But only recently have I actually become dedicated it. This story is only part one of several and I hope you'll stick around until the end. It's gonna be quite the ride. There are some OC's in this story so don't be confused by characters you don't recognize.

I have to give a big thank you to my beta reader, One. Without her none of this would probably be possible. She keeps me motivated to write. She is necessary part of this creation process.

Disclaimer: I do not own any part of Yu-Gi-Oh GX nor the song with which this story shares a title.

Chapter 1

General POV

Chancellor Sheppard sat at his desk, facing Professor Banner and Doctor Crowler. "Tomorrow a transfer student is arriving at the school,"He announced to his colleagues. "As tradition, this student will be put into the Red Dorm, but before long she will be put into the Yellow Dorm." He paused for them to absorb the information. "Still, she shows much promise. I see her getting into Obelisk before long."

"She really shows that much potential?" Crowler asked "Not even Jaden Yuki showed that much promise when he first got here. That ungrateful little slacker."

"Crowler, hush," Sheppard admonished, "She comes from a very powerful family. They could flatten you in two seconds."

"They can't be that powerful. What family does she belong to?"

"The Gordon Family."

Crowler looked positively stunned. "Gordon!? As in Gordon Gaming?! That family has a share in every gaming company in the world. Pegasus himself said he wants the Gordons to take over Industrial Illusions when he retires."

Sheppard nodded. "That's right. They are also close partners to this academy. And their daughter is the heir to her family's name. That is why she is so important to this school's reputation. I don't want anything to happen to her. Not only is she an important person, she's also a very bright student. Of her class she tied for first with only one student."

"Who is that? An Obelisk, no doubt," Crowler said happily.

Banner stepped in. "Actually, if I'm correct, the highest ranking student in her year is the Ra Yellow, Bastion Misawa."

"A Ra Yellow?!"

"That's right, Crowler," Sheppard answered. " Which brings me to another thing. Banner, I want you to get Miss Gordon and Mister Misawa to become acquainted . She should be with students of her own caliber."

"As you wish, Chancellor." Banner said. "And I assure you that she will be welcomed to the Red Dorm. I have already have a room prepared for her.

"Good to hear, Banner. Crowler," Sheppard turned to his co-worker, mischievously smirking,"why can't you be more composed like good ol' Banner?" Crowler held his tongue and left the room.

The next morning Chancellor Sheppard was sitting on the edge of his seat, feigning calmness. Soon the Gordons' bodyguards would be bringing their daughter to his office. The feeling was overwhelming. He couldn't wait to meet the young lady. He had only heard a few things about her from her parents and from what he'd heard, she was a very gifted student.

Soon there was a knock on the door. As soon as the Chancellor granted entry, the door burst open and half a dozen bodyguards came rushing through the threshold. Following the siege was a dark haired man. His dark blue suit was nicely ironed and the pin with a silver "G" on his coat pocket made sure that there was no mistake; this was Portland Gordon. The woman on his left could only be Carla Gordon, his wife. She wore a dress suit of the same blue as well as the iconic pin. Her hair was identical to that of her husband.

Between them was a young girl. The Chancellor could only assume this was the prodigal daughter. She differed from her parents in almost every way. In contrast to the business-like attire of her parents, the girl was dressed most colorfully and casually. The most defining difference between her and her parents was her beautiful blonde hair tied back into a braid with a blue and silver ribbon, the only blue or silver she was wearing. Someone would think there was no relation between the child and the adults if it hadn't been for her face. Her face was a perfect copy of her mother's; a soft, gentle face that anyone would trust. However, her eyes were the same purple as her father's; gentle and soothing eyes that ensured she had the best interest of everyone she met at heart.

"Good morning Mr. Gordon." Sheppard held out his hand.

Mr. Gordon took the chancellor's hand. "Call me Portland. Mr. Gordon is too official for my liking. I only use that name with business dealings. Today is for my daughter."

"Alright, Portland." He glanced over at the woman. "And this must be Mrs—I mean Carla." Carla smiled at the use of her first name.

Portland put his hand on the girl's shoulder. "This is, as you must have guessed, our daughter, Dana."

"I am aware," said Sheppard. Dana gave Sheppard a smile that was brighter than her mother's had been. "I must say she is different than I expected. I do love the blonde hair. It quite suits her eyes."

"Yes, we quite liked the surprise of her hair," Carla said. "Her and her twin brother are both blonde," "However," she added, "we wish she would have some blue in her wardrobe. Her fashion sense is quite… unique."

"Well, soon she'll have to be wearing the school uniform," Sheppard said as he pulled a red uniform out from under his desk. "There are three dorms at this school: Slifer, Ra, and Obelisk. As tradition, transfer students are put into the Slifer dorm. But after two weeks she will be put into Ra." He put a yellow uniform on the desk next to the red one. "And then once she proves herself a good enough duelist, she'll be put into the Obelisk dorm." Finally he placed a blue uniform next to the yellow and red ones. Sheppard took a glance at Dana. He could have sworn she cringed at the blue uniform.

"That's all very well. And with her dueling skills I assure you that won't take long," Portland said, resting a hand on his daughter's shoulder, confident.

Dana stepped out from under her father's hand and towards Sheppard's desk. She looked over the uniforms, put her hand on the red one and looked at Sheppard. "This one is mine?" she asked.

"Why, yes," said Sheppard, "why don't you take it and change into it?" Dana nodded and picked up her uniform. She stepped out of the room, followed by two bodyguards.

Sheppard looked back to her parents once she had left the room. "I must ask," he began, "why do you have so many bodyguards with you?"

They didn't answer immediately. Carla look away and Portland Sighed. "May we sit down?"

Sheppard was confused. "Oh, of course, take a seat."

They did as he said and Portland took another sigh before speaking. "About a month ago, we received an anonymous note. It was a threat against Dana. We think this may have been because recently, as you know, Pegasus has announced that he wants Gordon Gaming to take over Industrial Illusions when he retires. Our eldest son gave up his claim to the company, due to differing aspirations, so Dana will become the new CEO of Gordon Gaming when she comes of age. And that displeased someone enough to send this threat."

Sheppard sat wide-eyed. "Well" he said softly, reveling in the news, "she will definitely be safe here."

Portland smiled. "And I trust you, Sheppard. I do believe she will be safe here. However," he said, " there is something else we need you to do for us."

Sheppard jumped at the words. "Of course. Anything."

Carla joined the conversation. "Lately, Dana has been so out of touch. She just isn't excited about taking over the company any more. Before the threat came, she was so excited to be the one to continue our legacy. What we need you to do is get her excited about it again."

Sheppard smiled. "That shouldn't be too hard. This is one of the finest academies on the planet. You have nothing to be worried about."

Portland put his hand on his wife's shoulder. "Thank you very much, Sheppard. We are very proud to be sponsors of Duel Academy." Then his tone changed. There is one more thing we have to ask." He paused for a moment. "We negotiated with Dana before coming here. We were very insistent on having a bodyguard stay with her all the time, but Dana was very against it. So we decided that in the records, we would like it if she would be known as Dana Lawrence."

"It's my maiden name," Carla input. "Don't let the students find out. We don't know the students here, and we can't risk something happening. And she has to have her own room. No roommates."

Sheppard took some time to take in all of their requests. "I can understand your situation. There cannot be too many precautions. All of your requests will be met."

Carla smiled. "Thank you so much. We really appreciate all you are doing for us." At that moment, the door opened and Dana walked in, dressed in her new uniform. Carla stood up and smiled, walking over to her.

Dana's new uniform fit her very well. "You look so pretty, Dana," her mother cooed. Dana actually returned a smile.

"Thanks, Mom."

"Well, Clara," said Portland, "we had better get going." He turned to Sheppard and held out his hand. "Thank you again, Sheppard."

Sheppard took his hand. "Of course. And thank you, Portland."

Portland walked over to his daughter and wrapped his arm around her shoulder. He leaned in close. "Have fun, Dana." He kissed her head and then turned to his wife. "We should be going, Clara."

They both took one last look at their daughter and Portland ruffled her hair, making her give him a look. But then she smiled. They walked out of the door to Sheppard's office followed by their legion of bodyguards, leaving Dana and Sheppard in the office.

There was silence for a long time, until Sheppard broke it. He walked over and placed a hand on her shoulder. "Well, I am very excited to have you here with us. I'm sure you will have so much fun."

"Thank you," Dana said after he'd finished taking.

"Well, we can't make you late for your first day," Sheppard said brightly, "Your first class of the day is with Professor Banner. Come with me. I will take you there myself."

Sheppard led her to the room of her first class. Along the way, Dana took in the scenery of the island. She saw the waves crashing against the shore, juxtaposed next to the greenery of the trees that were not far from the sand. It seemed like a serene and beautiful place to be, but being surrounded by the ocean only made her think of the island's isolation. It reminded her of how she had been living the past several years. When they got to the door, Sheppard smiled at her. "This is Professor Banner's class. He is also the head of the Slifer dorm."

Dana put her hand on the door knob but before she could turn it, Sheppard added, "Oh, and when you get into the classroom, ask Professor Banner to help you find a student by the name of Bastion Misawa. He will be your lab partner for this class. The lab work hasn't actually started yet, but it will soon." After getting a nod of understanding from Dana, Sheppard wished her well and left her to her class.

Dana held her hand on the handle for a moment longer. "Bastion Misawa,"she said to herself. She opened the door. "I never thought I'd you again."

Bit of a cliffhanger there, but don't worry. You'll get the resolution. Stick around for that. I'll publish chapters as One finishes them. Expect about a once a week update. If you'd be so kind, leave a review. It would be greatly appreciated.