DISCLAIMER: I don't own any of the characters in this fanfic. They all belong to Fresh TV. Red Jumpsuit Apparatus also owns the song, but this ISN'T A SONGFIC. The idea of this story just came to me after listening to the song multiple times.
Well, I know a lot of you are anxiously waiting for me to write that third Fluttercord ship fic I promised you; relax. I haven't forgotten about it. It's just, once I got the idea of this story in my head, I just had to put it down into words one way or another before I completely forgot about it.
It's honestly not like me to write Total Drama fan fiction, but I've actually gotten back into the series recently, and with season five just around the corner, I thought why the heck not?
And just to be clear, I DON'T SHIP DOTT. It's honestly got to be the worst Total Drama ship next to Coderra. In my own personal opinion, anyway. Also, I'm not very fond of Scott, either. And I'm not too thrilled to find out that he's going to be in All-Stars. I really didn't find anything likable about him in TDROTI, but I'll give him a chance this season. Hopefully the writers will up his character development a bit more.
But, this is more of a Nawn ship fic, (Noah/Dawn), with a bit of Dott added in. I just think that both Noah and Dawn are really complex characters, and they compliment each other really well!
Meh, this might not be the best thing I've ever written, but I spent almost a week just writing up chapter one.
I hope you guys enjoy it, and please be sure to R & R!
UPDATE: Tweaked up chapter one a bit. Not so much for most of the dialog, but just the stuff that I felt needed fixing. Also, be expecting chapter two up sometime soon. It's going to have a ton of feels to it, so I hope you're all excited for it!
Face Down Chapter: 1
It was an early morning in Toronto High School, as students fought their way through the traffic of the hallways, getting themselves to their first classes of the day. Maneuvering throughout it all, the sarcastic teenager groaned, brushing some of his brunette hair away from his eyes while adjusting them to the chaos ahead. It was times like these in which he dreaded coming here, but the bookworm knew that he'd come much too far to just allow something so silly as a bit of hallway congestion get in his way of succeeding. The sixteen-year old teen had made several friends during his first few weeks here as a student, and in the most unusual of places: Cody, Owen, Izzy, Eva, even Katie and Sadie, despite how annoying he found the both of them at times. His smarts had even been very beneficial for his time here, earning him the powerful title as class president.
"Just what am I so worried about?" the know-it-all pondered, scoffing as he continued on ahead. "Once I graduate from this dump, I'll land myself a job fit for my high GPA. Maybe even win myself a student scholarship to the collage of my choice." Finally making his way to his locker, the bookworm suddenly flinched as something lightly touched his hand, and listened in on the sweet sound that followed it.
"Noah?" asked the mysterious voice, immediately gaining his full attention. The pale-skinned moonchild then slightly giggled, realizing that it was in fact her good friend, as she smiled quietly back at him politely. "I knew I'd run into you here sometime soon…" He quickly looked up and found that it was just his childhood friend Dawn messing with him!
Regaining his composure, Noah dusted off his red vest a bit before looking back up at her. "You know, you really shouldn't scare me like that, Dawn. No offense, but it's kinda creepy… Then again, you are bit strange for a girl my age."
"Well, I guess that's why we're friends, then." Dawn giggled, entering her locker combination before opening it. "I'm really glad that I got to know you, Noah."
The sarcastic teen smiled softly at his friend's compliment, as he then slowly went up to open his locker arranged next to hers, catching a brief glimpse of the aura whisperer before looking away. It was true: Noah was completely drawn to the abnormal presence that was Dawn. This sensation had stayed with him ever since they were both kids growing up. It was strange. The know-it-all couldn't describe it, but the feeling was amazing; it was as if all of his frustrations towards the world just disappeared whenever he looked at her calm and collected self. It was so hard for him to believe how much he and Dawn had changed over the years! Back then, she was so sensitive to anyone or anything around her, which is why she relied heavily on his quick wits and thinking to get her out of harsh situations. Whenever she was picked on, Noah stood up for her. Whenever he found her crying, he used his humor to help lift her spirits.
But, now… the moonchild was much stronger than she was before, and could fend for herself whenever necessary. This thought saddened Noah, considering that his friend didn't really need much of his help anymore. However, this didn't imply that he was just going to let his guard down; the bookworm knew that deep down, everyone has their limits, including Dawn. So he still had to be wary, but just not to the extreme. For the sake of her well being, at least.
Taking his Biology textbook out of his locker and into his arms, the schemer then quickly turned towards her. "You know, it really does make my day whenever I see you. Even if it is just for a couple of minutes."
"I know, I feel so bad." the aura whisperer replied pouting. "I really wish we could spend more time together…"
"Ditto. I feel the same wa-" It was at that moment when the sarcastic teen had actually remembered something! Back when he had ran for class president and won, Noah was given two tickets to the local observatory in Toronto; the very thought of just who to take with him had never actually crossed his mind before… Quickly, he then reached in and took both tickets out of the pocket flap of his backpack, his friend's eyes now sparkling with curiosity! The know-it-all glanced at the pair of tickets, and than back at Dawn. The situation was just all too perfect… He wouldn't have anyone as dimwitted as Owen to humiliate him, and he wouldn't have someone nearly as frightening as Duncan to intimidate him. He'd finally just be able to have a tranquil evening with no one else but her. Noah also remembered how much she loved the stars; on peaceful nights whenever he found himself with nothing good to read, the bookworm would secretly watch the moonchild through his bedroom window as she peacefully meditated under the starlight. What great circumstances!
"Noah?" Dawn questioned, as her friend now appeared to be lost in his own train of thought. "What is it? Do you have something to tell me?"
After hearing her lovely voice eco repeatedly against his eardrums, he quickly snapped out of it. "Well, actually Dawn. There is something that I'd like to ask you. See, I was kind of wondering that maybe, if you aren't too busy, you and I could spend some time together after school. I have these tickets and-"
"That's really sweet of you to ask, Noah." the aura whisperer smiled, cutting him off before he could finish his sentence. "But, I'm afraid that I've already agreed to share my evening with someone else…"
"Someone else?" the sarcastic teen retorted. "I'm your BEST FRIEND! Who else could you possibly choose to spend more time with over me?"
"Well…" she sheepishly stammered, rubbing her arm.
"Well, heya! Fairy Princess!" a nasally voice called out. Leaning against the lockers was a figure, a bit slim while still maintaining some sort of bodybuild. He had beady blue eyes, along with spikey orange hair and freckles on various places of his body. The ginger was also sporting a sleeveless white shirt, along with some jeans and pointy-black shoes. Noah gave the stranger a quick glance, only to receive a stinging glare in return, as he then focused his attention again on Dawn. "Ready to go yet?"
"Almost, Scotty!" the moonchild giggled, playfully bopping him on the nose.
"Scotty?" the bookworm questioned. "Umm, Ok. What? Let's just back up for a second here. Dawn, who is this? And how come I've never seen him before?"
"Oh, right." she remembered. "Noah, this is Scott. He's my boyfriend."
"B-boyfriend?!" he thought on in shock! "She had a boyfriend and never said anything?!" Just the phrase "boyfriend" sent him into a tizzy!
"Pleasure to meetcha, pal!" Scott smiled evilly, playfully punching the schemer's gut.
"Owww… My pancreas…" Noah moaned, quickly clutching onto his stomach. He didn't know what hurt more: his pancreas, or the fact that Dawn had kept Scott a secret from him. Just how could she do this to him?!
"Scott's family just recently moved closer to here, so he's a new addition to this school." Dawn informed him.
"Yup." her boyfriend added. "Pappy and I sort of let our old place go, so we found ourselves a new area to blotch up!"
"I'm sure you two will become great friends in no time!" she beamed.
"Uh, yeah. We'll totally be sipping tea and eating crumpets together before you know it…" her friend sarcastically replied, still holding onto his gut in agony.
The aura whisperer could sense that Noah was in pain; not just physically, but also mentally. She took note of the despairing look in his eyes and instantly wanted to help! It was so strange, though. Usually, Dawn could sense the problems/challenges that created strife within others, yet this time, something was preventing her from doing so… However, this still wasn't a good enough excuse for the moonchild to just stand around and do nothing! Very slowly, she extended her arm out near her friend, gesturing him to take it. The bookworm smiled warmly at her kindness, as he then nodded and gently reached out to place his hand into hers…
"Well, would you just look at the time!" Scott quickly intervened, pushing his girlfriend out of the way! "Hate to be a real killjoy here, but I'd just hate to see you late to class, Dawn! I'd never forgive myself!" The devious teen smirked at this, as he then gave a side-glance to a particularly peeved off Noah.
"Oh, well. I guess you've made a good point there, Scotty." she agreed, beginning to walk off to her first class of the day. "Well, I guess I'll just hope to see you around later. Ok, Noah?"
"I'll catch up to you in a minute, honeysuckle!" her boyfriend called out. Once he knew for certain that she was gone, the ginger then quickly turned towards Noah and glared down at him mischievously! The know-it-all squinted his eyes in fear, wondering what it was he was about to do! Before he could make it out entirely, Scott swiftly grabbed him by the collar of his woolen vest and lifted him off of the ground!
"Woah, dude!" he exclaimed. "Totally not cool! Put me down, right now!"
"And where's the fun for me to just let a rat like you go free?" the devious one chuckled. "It's fun for me seenin' you squirm!" He then made his way over to the trashcan, as the schemer cast him unamused glances in return.
"Really? That's the best you can do?" he smirked. "My two younger cousins are more diabolical than you, bro…"
"You know what, you're right." Scott admitted. "This trash bin isn't nearly as tormenting enough. I think I might have just thought up something a smidgen bit better…"
"Oooh, careful." the sarcastic teen taunted. "Don't want to hurt yourself using all that brainpower."
"Don't worry, I won't!" he snickered, thrusting the bookworm into his locker! "Hope you enjoy the dark, you little freak!" With that, Scott then slammed the door on him tightly!
Noah didn't know how this situation could possibly worsen; by far, this was the worst day of his life. Not only was he all alone, but he'd also been hurt by his own best friend in the process. How could've Dawn not told him that she'd been dating? As he began to ponder on the idea some more, his body began to ache, as he felt chills run down his spine! Noah had made a new enemy today, and had the feeling that he'd now have to fight him for her affections…
