A/N: EEP! I have been obsessed with writing a SephirothxOC, or a GenesisxOC for a while now, so I've decided to start with one that I have no clue who be who's love interest yet, so for now, it's open options! Feel free to vote on either one if you wish. Anyhoo, this is taking place before crisis core, meaning that our three first class SOLDIER's are teenagers still! I decided to make it where Sephiroth is the oldest out of them, making him 19, while Genesis and Angeal are 17. Also, note that this takes place before either Angeal or Genesis become First Class SOLDIER's.

Summary: She left to join SOLDIER to make her father proud, and expected her life to be fine and dandy when she did...Only, she hadb't exactly planned on becoming best friends with three SOLDIER's, and develop feelings for one of them, while making a certain red-head's life a living hell, even though she was the considered nice to others...Either SephirothxOC or GenesisxOC!

I walked towards the large building, backpack slung over my back, sword at my side, and umbrella in hand, keeping me dry as I walked in the rain. I stopped and glanced up at the large building before me, the Shinra Building to be exact. My destination that took me 4 hours to reach. Just the very sight of the large building itself was intimidating, but I wasn't the least bit scared. Before I go into this any further, allow me to introduce myself: My name is Cassiopeia Mason, Cassie or Cass for short. I'm 16 years old and from the little town of Kalm. As for what I look like, I have very light brown hair, and lilac colored eyes, and I stand at the height of 5"6. I come from a very large family, and I am one out of 6 sisters, me being the youngest. Now, you're probably wondering what I'm doing here, standing in the rain and staring at the Shinra building. Well, let me enlighten you with a flashback from yesterday.

Flashback-

"Dad, I'm sorry! I didn't do it on-"

"Stop it, Cassie! Just stop it! I told you what you needed to do, and you still messed up!" My father exclaimed, anger flashing through his green eyes. My father has not once in my life for a very long time, praised me for anything I do that's considered an amazing accomplishment, or correct. You see, I was the last child that was born to my parents, and my dad….Well, my dad had always wanted a son, and…he had been hoping that I would be a boy when I was born, but…I wasn't. He treated me like I couldn't do anything right when I did my chores around the house, and he was always expecting me to do things that only guys would be able to do.

"How come you're so worthless?"

We were eating dinner at the table, my sisters and mother staring at my father in silence while I just stared at the table. "Dad…I really didn't mean to mess up…"

"I don't see how you can ever be a SOLDIER if you cant do something as simple as close the gate to the stables! You really are worthless!"

I stood up from the table, picking up my glass and throwing it at the wall, listening to it shatter before running upstairs to my room, where I packed up and got ready, waiting for everyone else to fall asleep before sneaking out.

End flashback-

I had come here to join SOLDIER, although I really didn't want to, to prove myself to my dad. I just…I just want to get his praise for once in my life. Taking a deep breath and letting it out, I walked forward and up the steps and through the automatic doors, stepping inside and looking around. I stared at everything in awe for a moment before reminding myself the reason I was here was to join SOLDIER, not gawk at everything. I moved forward once more and headed towards the receptionists desk, my wet shoes squeaking against the marble floor as I walked. I refolded my umbrella as I stopped in front of the desk before turning to look at the lady behind the desk. She looked up at me with a smile.

"Welcome to the Shinra Electric Company! What can I do for you, sweetie?"

"Um, yes ma'am I need to know how to get to the SOLDIER dierctors office." I explained, my voice sounding a tad bit nervous as I spoke to her.

She raised an eyebrow at me, and I nervously played with my fingers. "You want to go see the Director of SOLDIER? I'm sorry, but I'm afraid you'll have to leave. The Director doesn't see just anybody."

I squeaked in shock. "B-but you don't understand! I have to see the Director!"

"Security!"

I felt someone grab my arm and they began to drag me out. "H-hey! Lemme go! I cant go home until I see the director!" I thrashed around in the guards arms, and his grip only tightened. "Let go of me!" 'I cant go home until I join SOLDIER and prove myself to dad…if I go home now, he'll still consider me a worthless failure…' I growled in determination and kicked the guard, running back over to the receptionists desk. "Please, ma'am…I really need talk to the director…please, I'm begging you."

She looked at me with green eyes for a minute, before letting out a sigh. "Fine. Floor number 51."

I felt the corner of my mouth tug up into a smile. "T-thank you!" I bowed my head in gratefulness before dashing over to the elevator and pressing the up button. The elevator doors slid open and I walked in, pressing the lit up '51' button, doing my best contain my nervousness and excitement. For several minutes, I practiced my breathing until I heard the distinct little ding and the doors slid open to reveal a large room with a nicely crafted desk, with a glass sign that held the Shinra Electric company's name and insignia on it. Seated behind the desk was a blond man wearing a blue suit and thin framed glasses, while there were three people seated in the chairs at the desk. I could hear the man scolding them clearly.

"You should've known better, all of you! Especially you, Sephiroth! You're the oldest out of the three of you, and I know you're much more mature than this."

"Um, excuse me?" The four of them turned their attention towards me, causing me to blush and my gaze on them to falter and take interest in the floor. "Is this the director's office?"

"Yes, I'm Director Lazard, director of SOLDIER," He explained moving out from behind the desk to come over towards me. "What can I do for you?"

I looked up, and regained my confidence. 'At least he's not as scary looking as those three over there…' "I've come to join SOLDIER."

His eyes widened a bit in surprise, and one of the boys that were seated behind him snickered. I glared over Lazard's shoulder finding that it was the one with red hair. The boy with black hair smacked him upside the head, sending me an apologetic look while the red-head rubbed his head and glared at him.

"We've never had a girl in the SOLDIER ranks before…" Lazard mumbled lowly, rubbing his chin in thought before moving back over to his desk. "Please, have a seat." He said, gesturing to an empty chair next to the red-head, whom I already didn't like that much.

"Thank you." I said, before moving over and pulling the chair out, taking a seat in it, clasping my hands together in my lap.

"Tell me a bit about yourself? What's your name?" Lazard asked me, his eyes filled with a bit of a curious glint.

Out of the corner of my eye, I saw the three boys eyeing me, making me a bit uncomfortable, but I chose to ignore it. "My name is Cassiopeia Mason. I'm 16 years old, and I'm from Kalm."

"Cassiopeia? That's a very lovely name." Lazard stated, a small smile on his face. "Tell me Cassiopeia, why do you wish to join SOLDIER?"

"Um, well, you see…..I….actually, it's kind of personal to me…and I don't feel comfortable with talking about it with…all of these people around." I explained, eyeing the three from the corner of my eye. "But, I can say part of the reason is that I want to prove that I'm stronger than I look to others."

He gave me an understanding smile, and that made me feel a little better. "Do you have family in Kalm?"

I nodded, giving him a small smile. "Yes. My parents and my six sisters. I'm the youngest in my family, being number 7."

He nodded. "I know that you've traveled quite a ways from home, but…I'm afraid that I cant except you into SOLDIER, Cassiopeia."

I looked at him, my face probably looking distraught, "What? But…why not?"

"Because you're a girl…." The red-head mumbled, and I turned and shot him a glare.

"I didn't ask you, so keep your mouth shut, will you?" I snapped at him, before turning my attention back to Lazard.

"Why you-"

"Genesis, enough!" Lazard ordered, causing Genesis to slump back into his seat. "Please excuse his behavior. He's just upset because he got into trouble. It's not because of your gender, it's because you have family, and the surgery you have to go through…is not only life-threatening, but deadly as well. I cant just let someone that still has so many years left to live their life go through with something like that."

I stared at him, doing my best to keep back my tears. "Mr. Lazard, I'm afraid you don't realize my situation. I have TO join SOLDIER."

"Ms. Mason-"

"Please, just listen! I cant go back home until I join SOLDIER!" I exclaimed, clenching my hands into fists.

Everyone remained silent, and the three boys that were in the room, along with Lazard, stared at me with a confused and startled expressions. "What do you mean 'cant go home?'" The black haired boy asked me, looking like he was concerned.

I turned to look at him with sad eyes before I sighed loudly. "I cant go home because of my father…Don't misunderstand, my dad's not a bad man, but….I cant go home until I prove myself to him."

"Why do you need to do that?" Genesis asked, his tone sounding uninterested.

"Because….I'm tired of him calling me a worthless piece nothingness." I mumbled sadly. "That's all I've ever been to him. Apparently, I mess up at everything to him, but….this is my one chance to prove that I can do something right for once." I explained, turning and staring at them all in determination. "So, please…I'm begging you to just…give me a chance?"

He was silent for a minute until he looked up at me and smiled. "Alright. In order to join, you'll have to take a simulation test. You have had experience with fighting before, yes?"

I smiled happily, and nodded my head. "Yes sir! Thank you sir!"

"Very well then. We'll head to the training room immediately then." Lazard said, standing up.

"Um, before we do, is there a phone I could-" I was cut off when a cell phone was shoved towards me. I looked up to see it was the silver-haired boy holding it out towards me. "…use? Thanks." I took the phone from him and flipped it open, dialing a number and bringing the phone up to my ear.

'Hello?'

"Hi, mom…"

'Cassiopeia Anastasia Nichole Mason, you are in serious trouble!' I winced as she yelled at me, pulling the phone a way from my ear for a moment, placing it back when she had stopped yelling.

"I know, mom….You used my whole name…" I mumbled. Whenever me or either of my sisters got into trouble, are mother would use are whole name.

'Do you have any idea how worried we've been? When Iris brought down that note you left, I could've screamed! I've been so worried…' She sounded like she was about to cry.

"Mom, don't worry, I'm fine! I made it to Midgar, and guess what? I'm about to take a test to get into SOLDIER!" I said, smiling excitedly.

'That's wonderful, Cassie!'

'Cassie! Your talking to Cassie?' The familiar voices of my sisters rang in the background, all of them shouting for my mom to let them talk to me.

"Um, mom? I have to go. But tell everyone I say hi and that I love them and miss them!" I exclaimed.

'Alright, I will. I love you, baby.'

"Love you too, mom…bye." I closed the phone and handed it back to the silver haired boy. "Thank you. Now," I said turning to face the rest of them, "Let's get this test over with!"

Lazard nodded before walking out, the three boys and I right behind him. I was quiet, until I felt someone tap on my shoulder. I turned to see it was the same boy who had smacked Genesis upside the head. "We never introduced ourselves to you. I'm Angeal Hewley." He held out a hand for me to shake, so I returned the gesture, a small smile on my face. "The one who insulted you before is Genesis, and the guy that let you use his phone is Sephiroth." Angeal said, pointing the other two.

I mentally gasped when he mentioned Sephiroth. I'd never known what he looked like, just heard stories about how he was the strongest and first SOLDIER ever. Although I had only heard stories about him, I knew that everyone looked up to him because of his strength and bravery. But from what I could tell by his body language, he was one of those types that he wasn't a fan of social get-togethers, and he looked….intimidating. Angeal….well, I think Angeal was the only one that was being nice to me, along with Sephiroth, even though he wasn't engaging in a conversation with me. From the three, I could tell Angeal was the more friendly and outgoing one, something that made me feel more comfortable about being around the three. And then….there was Genesis. Even though I had just met him, I could tell he was snobby and rude, and a sexist pig! Thinking that he was better than me because he's a boy….

"Are you all right, Cassiopeia?" I turned to see that it was Sephiroth who had asked the question, his green-blue eyes on me.

"Never better! And please, just call me Cassie or Cass, whichever you prefer."

He nodded in acknowledgement before looking away and back to the front, and Angeal and I engaged in another conversation while we walked down the halls.

There was paper work to fill out before I took my test. Lots of stuff to sign that said the company and SOLDIER was not responsible for any injury or cause of death if either of the above were to happen. After that was done, I was placed in a training room while the others stayed outside. Someone began to speak to me over the intercom in the room, and I recognized the voice as Sephiroth's.

"All that you're going to have to do is fight for as long as you can. Remember: Even though it's just a simulation, it'll seem realistic to you, and if you get hurt, you will definitely feel it." Sephiroth explained to me. I nodded my head in understanding and unsheathed my sword, waiting for whatever they were sending at me to pop up. Eventually, several easy looking monsters popped up and charged at me, only to be defeated by me and my sword easily without a lot of strength and effort. The more that popped and I defeated, the harder it got and the stronger the enemies. It got to the point where I was sweating a bit and panting, and even though I was growing tired, I wasn't about to give up and walk away. If they wanted that to happen, then they'd have to throw me their best shot!

"Hm, impressive. If you were already in SOLDIER, you would've surpassed 3rd class by now." Sephiroth said, his voice showing a tiny bit of interest in my abilities. That's when the one person I disliked popped up and across from me. A virtual Genesis. Heh, this would be fun….

Meanwhile, outside the training room with the others watching-

"Why did you send a virtual me out there?" Genesis asked, clearly angry about the situation.

"What's the matter Genesis? Afraid she'll beat you?" Angeal teased, a smirk appearing on his face.

Genesis fumed, shooting an angry glare at his friend. "Of course not! She's just gotten this far because of luck…and she's only fighting a virtual me!" The red-head mumbled before turning his attention back to watch the girl outside the window.

Back with Cassie-

The copy of the rude red-head lunged at me with his rapier with such incredible strength, that I almost fell over trying block him. Sparks were created as I blocked each of his attacks. Tiredly, I pushed his sword back with mine and flipped back a few feet, landing gracefully, before running at him, only to have my attack blocked, and my sword knocked out of my hand. I fell on my butt and looked up to see the virtual copy staring down at me with a smirk, his sword pointed at me. I was exhausted, but I wasn't going to let some sexist jerk beat me. Carefully, I rolled out of the way and threw a kick to his face, causing him to drop his sword in the process. I located my sword and grabbed it, along with Genesis's, and jumped at him with both swords in my hand, slicing him in half.

I landed and fell on both of my knees, watching as the copy and sword dematerialized. I was panting heavily from exhaustion, and even though I was tired, I was mentally rejoicing inside. I had beaten the 2nd class SOLDIER. I heard the doors open up and saw Lazard, Angeal, Sephiroth, and an exasperated looking Genesis.

"Please tell me I don't have to that again…ever?" I pleaded, causing them all to smile, excluding Genesis.

"No, not for awhile anyway. It's amazing that you beat Genesis, because mostly, it's the other way around." Angeal stated, laughing a bit.

"Angeal, you talk too much…." Genesis mumbled before turning to look at me. "You may have beaten a virtual copy of me, but that doesn't mean you're in SOLDIER just yet. All you have to do is have the surgery, and then you'll be in SOLDIER…that is, if you don't die." Genesis stated, a smirk appearing on his face.

I frowned at him before standing up and grabbing my sword and sheathing it. Lazard mumbled something about following him up to the Science Department floor, so we did. Once we were up there, we were all greeted by an ugly man with a very large forehead and greasy looking hair. Lazard, Angeal, and Genesis left the room, while Sephiroth stayed behind with me, making me feel grateful. Sephiroth talked with him quietly for a moment before going and taking a seat in the far corner of the room.

"Now then, from what I've just heard, you've just defeated a virtual copy of a 2nd class SOLDIER, who has had Mako Enhancements, while you have not?" He asked, looking up at me as he held a clipboard in his hands. I nodded my head and he wrote down something. "Interesting….if you were able to defeat a virtual simulation copy of a top 2nd class SOLDIER, then you probably only need a small injection of Mako." He said before grabbing my arm and sterilizing it. Quickly put on some gloves and got out the shot that held a strange bluish glowing liquid in it and pricked my arm, injecting it inside me. I suddenly felt myself growing tired, and before I could move to lay down, I fell forward, unconscious.

"Nngh…why does it feel like my body has been beaten with a bag of bricks?" I let my eyes drift open slowly, and made the movement to sit up. I blinked a few times to adjust to the light, and found that I was laying in a bed. How the hell did I get here?

"Oh, you're awake." A familiar voice said. I turned to my right and saw Lazard walking sitting in a chair off in the corner, his face washing over in relief.

"Where am I?" I asked, looking around to find that it was a very nice bedroom and such. I saw my things sitting over in the corner by a dresser.

"Your new quarters. Congratulations, Ms. Mason. You didn't die from the Mako injection that was given to you. You're now a SOLDIER, 2nd Class."

A/N: I didn't like how I ended it, but hopefully someone liked it! Tell me if I should continue! LATER TATERS!