Okay! So, this is my first time writing a story...to be honest, I'm not really good at expressing story by writing, only by drawing...comics X3

And this is 2 of my upcoming stories, so this story is just short...I think. Okay, I think you're wondering why

I didn't post my first story, it's because my first story is longer (Each character arc has multiple endings, kinda like a game ya know?)

And this is my first time to write a story in a first person view so, kill meh with your correction grammars and shiz XD

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(And no, I'm not joking, this IS the title of the chapter.)

I was at my granddad's house, all alone resting in the couch while the others are...let's see, Solar, Thorn and Ice are having their investigatory project. Huh, since when Thorn and Ice are interested in those things? I shake my head lightly; I guess I'll worry that one later. Okay, let's see...oh right, Blaze, Quake, and Cyclone are in the cafe working with my granddad. Oh, and also Ochobot too.

Minutes? No, wait. Hours passed? Ugh, I can't tell the time right. Damn it, why am I so lazy all of the sudden? No, I don't think I'm lazy, I'm just tired, tired of staring at the ceiling. I sighed and stood up, stretching my arms. Maybe meeting up with Solar would be nice since I'm bored here. I walked outside and close the door. I breathe in and out, and then I dash off as I leave a lightning trail behind me. (The original text was supposed to be 'I dash off at the speed of sound' but I just realized that sound and lightning are different in traveling...I meant their MPHs are different.)

Within seconds, I arrived outside the library, a two-story building. Chatters of people are heard since the library is right beside the park. I went inside -since this is the first time I went into the library- I was filled with amazement. Oh how I love the peach colored walls and the books of the every shelf are properly arranged. The atmosphere seems…refreshing. Now, where's Solar? I walked in every table to find him; I recognize that some people are scrolling with their cell phones than reading a book. I rolled my eyes and focus on something that I was looking for.

"Thunderstorm!" A child-like voice was heard from the distance.

"Would you keep it down? We're in the library." A boy, getting a book from a shelf, quietly said.

Then the next thing that happens was a hug, a hug from Thorn. Well, he's wearing the same black with neon green linings…as usual. "What brings you here, Thunder?" Thunder? I chuckled under my breath. That's a new one, I kinda like it. "I was wondering what you guys are working on."

"Oh, wait, excuse me for a moment." He let go from the hug and walks to the boy who said to him to stay quiet. He must be apologizing as he bowed his head. He may be a naïve and a scatterbrained person but he sure knows how to respect. He looked and walked towards me

"Well, are you looking for Solar?" he said, now in a quiet voice.

I nodded, eyes locked on the pure, emerald eyes. "C'mon, follow me." he said and grabbed my arm lightly, walking to where they sat down.

...Huh, this takes longer than I thought. Is the building THAT wide? Or are we just lost in this...maze? I sighed and stopped walking. "Thorn, are you sure this is the right way? I know I shouldn't be complaining since I'm not present in your...project, I'm just saying." I said in a calmed voice.

Thorn stopped and looked at me and giggled "We're almost there Thunder. You know, you kinda act like Blaze today."

"I'm just saying, sheesh." I looked at my left and cross my arms.

He giggled a bit "Okay, okay, Mr. Edgy-guy." He grabbed my arm and walks left where this headed at the left corner in the library. And all I see is a bunch of stacked books at the table and the floor. Wow, this guy must be a huge nerd.

"Solar, Thunderstorm is here!" Thorn rushed to the table and slides every book at the side. What the heck? Wait, did I hear Thorn said 'Solar'? So, is the guy I'm calling as a huge nerd is Solar? Wow. Blaze would die laughing if he heard me saying that.

"So, Solar, what keeps you busy with these...?" I walked towards him while my eyes are locked in every book Thorn threw it. "…tons of books?" I sat on the floor, sitting in front of him while he's sitting on the chair.

Solar sighed in exhaustion and closed the book he's reading. Just what time did he woke up and went to this place anyway?

"I was researching about Geology and Gemology." He said in a straight tone while adjusting his glasses. His eyes are staring at the ceiling.

"...and why on Earth are you researching about that? You know, you could've ask Quake about it" if he's a genius about this.

He sighed and stood up, stretching his arms. Then he pulled out something in his pocket. "Ever seen of this type of gem?" He asked as his golden eyes locked to my crimson one.

"Uhm...it's a ruby?" Well, it looks like one.

"Exactly." He said, clearing his throat. "This is one perfectly icosahedrons-shaped ruby. And no, I don't think that this is even called a 'ruby' since this is more of 'magenta' colored gem."

"Uhm, okay, so what's so special about it anyway?" I asked, scratching my head.

"This ruby appeared in front of our backyard door, Thunderstorm, and it was glowing." He said, sitting down in his chair.

"Glowing? Maybe it got reflected by the sun?" I hypothesized.

He looks at me and tilts his head "How can the sun reflect this gem when it's 4 in the morning?" He commented.

"O-Oh..." Right, I forgot, Solar and Quake are the first ones who woke up every morning. "Continue with your research then, I'll stay quiet."

"Thank you." He quietly said and stood up, picking the books Thorn threw. I swear I heard him muttering an expletive word under his breath. I mean, why on Earth would someone throw the books aside when someone is busy finding answers? But eh, I don't think Solar is a type of person who can easily burst his bubble, I am…and Blaze or even Ice. Then he puts all of the 'perfectly' stacked books in the table. "I've been reading these books for hours and I still couldn't figure out what this can really do..." He mumbles.

He must be dead tired because of that one gem he's focusing on. Why is it so important? It's only glowing, so what's the big deal? Okay, now I want answers just like Solar. "Maybe taking a break at the cafe would be nice." I said as I stood up.

"See what I mean, Solar?" Thorn -who's standing beside me the whole time- said.

He sighed. "Alright, maybe a 15-minute break would be nice."

"Yes!" Thorn quietly shouts. Heh, he must be bored staying in this place.

"But first, I need to tell the librarian to stay these books here 'cause I'll be back." He said as he walks off.

"Wait for me!" Thorn follows him.

I chuckled under my breath and follow them. I quickly stopped and closed my eyes as the light is blocking my sight. As I looked down, I saw the ruby lying on the floor. Huh, Solar must've dropped it. I kneel down to pick it up but there's something that stopped me from it, it glows. Did it react something…connected to me?

I shook my head. It must be the reflection of the sun. As I picked up the ruby, it glows brighter than before.

"It's calling for me..."

...

"It needs me..."

The next thing I know is that the world's gone black.

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...Should I continue this or not? Lol to be honest, I'm kinda afraid to publish it since it's my first time to use fanfic (And no, I don't read some stories in Wattpad.) But eh, this is the beginning of the end so maybe I'll continue this when I have some free time ^^'

Oh, I forgot! If you seen Forces (U know, the STH game), you already know what will happen to Thunderstorm ;) (but no spoilers at the comments if u know this ^^')