These chapters are mostly teen and some mature. These stories are AU, so bare with me. I'm also using song lyrics as the chapter titles and the story. Things I'll Never Say is by Avril Lavigne. Down to Earth is by Justin Bieber. Let me know what you think! No negative comments please!

Chapter One: Down to Earth

Zane Park was just any other Junior in high school. He had many friends, played sports and was a model student. However, when he went to Lakehurst Secondary School for his Freshman year, his life was turned upside down. He's the first child of four siblings, with twins. When his mother was pregnant with his second brother, the Chinese family had to move to Victoria, Canada. After a few years, the growing family moved to Toronto.

He has a two brother's, Tai who's a year younger than him and Chen who's three years younger than him. He also has a sister, Yun who's four years younger than him. His mother gave birth to two twins, a boy and a girl. Their names are Lee, the boy and Lin, the girl. By the time he was a Freshman, his true colors came out. Rumors were spread about him that he liked guys. His best friend, Kya Roberts asked him if the rumors were true. He reluctantly said that they were true and was tortured all the years he was at Lakehurst. He was thrown into dumpsters, beat up, spit on and called harsh names. As his Junior year edged closer, he had enough. He was ready to leave the school in search of a fresh start at Degrassi Community School.

One day Zane went in on time and tried to open his locker. He had the combination and couldn't find any way to open the lock. As he struggled, a boy came over. "Having trouble?" he asked.

Zane looked up at him embarrassed. "Yeah,"

The boy put down his backpack. "Here, let me help you. What's your combo?"

Zane looked at him surprised. "Um, 28-14-6."

The boy used the combo and opened the locker. "There, you just need to pull on the knob when you're putting in your combo, then pull down."

Zane smiled. "Thanks," the boy smiled, "um, I'm Zane by the way."

The boy smiled, "I'm Riley," he said, "are you new here?" he asked.

Zane nodded, "Yeah. I came from Lakehurst."

Riley nodded. "That's cool," he said, "maybe we can hang sometime."

Zane smiled shyly, "Sure."

Riley smiled and picked up his backpack, "See you later." He said.

After class Zane went to his locker. He used the advise Riley gave him and was able to open his locker. He put his things in and walked to yoga. His friend, Kya came up behind him and put her hands over his eyes. "Guess who?" she laughed.

Zane turned around and smiled. "Oh my God!" He exclaimed.

"I couldn't let you go to a new school alone!" The two hugged. "So," she started as they walked, "how are you liking it so far?"

Zane nodded. "It's pretty good," he said, "I met someone already."

She smiled. "Really? Who?"

He smiled. "His name's Riley," he said, "he helped me open my locker."

She smiled. "Oh, I know him!"

He looked at her. "You do?"

She nodded. "Yeah, his cousin, Acacia went to Lakehurst and I would hang out with them sometimes. He's a really nice guy." She smiled.

"No doubt about that," he smiled, "what's he like?"

Kya shrugged. "He's nice, funny, fun to be around and easy to talk to," she looked at him, "not to mention kinda cute."

Zane looked at her, "Isn't he the captain of the football team?"

She nodded. "Yeah," she said, "are you thinking of joining?"

He shook his head. "I don't know." He said.

"Well, you can't do soccer," she said, "I heard schools are changing soccer season to spring, due to how many games the football team has."

Zane looked at her. "I'll probably be doing soccer in the spring then." Zane said.

The next day after school Zane walked home alone. He saw some of the boys who bullied him at his old school and became frightened. He took a deep breath and continued walking. They quickly saw him and went in for the attack. "How's your new school, fag?" One asked as he shoved him. Zane didn't make eye contact and tried to walk away. Two of the boys blocked his way. "Hey," the one shouted, "I'm talking to you." Zane stared him in the eyes and shook his head.

"Just go away," he said calmly, "I don't need this." the boy punched him in the face. As Zane fell down, it soon turned to a free-for-all. Zane took blow after blow and didn't fight back. Zane got up and looked at the boys. He looked at them quickly and bolted.

"Get back here!" One shouted. He didn't look back. He just kept running, until he reached his home and locked the door. Zane panted and looked around the house. No one was home. He walked into his room and closed the door. He went into his bathroom and looked at himself in the mirror. He had a bloody nose and a black eye. He washed his face and laid on his bed. He rolled over on his side and tears rolled down his face. "Why does this keep happening?" he asked himself. He closed his eyes and fell asleep.