Prologue
Tick. One second went by on the clock.
Tick. Tick. Two seconds went by on the clock.
Tick. Tick. Tick. It has been six seconds since seven in the morning, and none of the girls are here yet. She was tapping her fingers against her arm, just above the elbows. She was done playing the nice, docile kitty everyone plays with. No, she is going to take out her claws, sharpen them, and look for lost prey in the field.
The first prey…err girl to come in was blonde. Her jacket was zipped up, hair in a bun, and strolled on her spot in the gym. She smiled and said, "Payson, nice of you to join us."
Payson looked around the empty hall of the gym. There was no one on the mounts, rings or mat, not even Summer was on her desk, typing away doing whatever she does. "Darby, it's only seven in the morning. No one is here," said Payson. She muttered, "Remember you said we basically have no rules."
Her lips formed a line, she said to herself to let that go once and only once. "While everyone does get here, I will make an announcement then. Now Payson, get now the beams that last meet you could have more points if you landed right." Payson did what Darby ordered. Strangely enough, Payson didn't mind that order because she knew she sucked at the beams last time.
It was half-past nine when every elite girl eventually showed up. Lauren Tanner walked in the gym. She was complete with her designer blouse, her Gucci bag in tow and new upcoming-designer shoes, she expected everyone to be lazing around as usual. But what she found was almost every girl from the National Team, to the older members and younger members actually practicing.
Either she stepped in the Twilight zone or everyone was really serious for some reason. She saw her favorite coach in the whole world. She was ready to their customary kiss and greeting ritual when she saw Darby's face. There was no mirth, just eyes staring right at her almost like Sasha.
"Lauren, you're late," said Darby.
"Well duh. I was out buying and find these beautiful sunglasses, we can totally use when we go to the beach," replied Lauren. She added, "Then I found this fabulous parlor where everyone can have their nails and hairs done, but only with a price." She looked at Emily when she saw that last part.
Darby clapped and shouted, "Okay, listen everyone, remember what I said about the no rules policy. You better forget about it, there will be strict policies for now on. Starting tomorrow, everyone is required to be in the gym by seven-thirty aside from the younger members. We are going to show everyone why we are called the 'Rock Girls'."
Down below is the Author's Notes.
'Thoughts'/Flashback
Demon/Inner Self
"Speech"
(Indicate alteration)
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Summary: Payson's words still rings in my head. If they don't want a friend, it's fine by me. This kitty has claws I am going to tear them apart. No more docile kitty, I will become the lioness of the safari, prideful and strong.
Author's Note: This is AU, what Darby Conrad should do with the girls of the Rock. This is drama-driven relationship between a new coach and her charges. There will be growth from Darby, Kaylie, Payson and Emily. Pairings for Payson and Kaylie are already decided. By the way, I am fairly new at this fandom. Comments/reviews are totally welcome, advices are totally awesome and constructive criticisms are totally appreciated. Thank you for reading this project of mine.
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