Asdfghjkl! It's about damn time, I know. I'm terribly sorry Dx I've been expanding my reaches and I was actually supposed to have this uploaded the day after Thanksgiving but things don't go as we plan. ; A; It was going to be longer but I really didn't feel like working on the first chapter for like, ever so I went ahead and cut it off. The 2nd chapter will be uploaded ASAP. And special shoutout to everyone who submitted an OC. I'm excited to write all of your fantastic characters and I hope you will be able to enjoy this fic. :3 I don't own any characters mentioned in this fic except 2. Enjoy~!

Chapter 1: Depart from Hokkaido

Click-clack click-clack my footsteps sounded as I was walking in the alleyway. The school year had just finished and in celebration of making it through one whole year, my uncle gave me some money to purchase a cake of my choosing on my way home. I'm currently wearing a cream colored sweater which has my school's emblem (Saint Agatha's Junior High School), with a white dress shirt underneath and a red bow tied neatly at my neck. The skirt is a bright red in a plaid design that goes just above the knees. The uniform also includes a pair of loose white knee socks and brown loafers. In my hands I held my bag and the cake I purchased from the bakery not too long ago. I paused glancing around at her surroundings before sighing.

"Great, now I'm lost…" My blue eyes scanned the area trying to figure out which way would take me to my uncles house, "Maybe… this way?" I trekked down the left path ending up on the street across from the bakery. I groaned in irritation, going in a complete circle was not in my plan. I wasn't to blame though, I was used to going straight to work right after school and my uncle always took me home from there since he is my manager as well. I pulled out my iPhone seeing that it was 2:45 and sighed, "Ryuji's probably still working… Ah well who cares, I'm lost and I need to get home." I quickly dialed his speed dial number and held the phone to my ear listening to the rings. After a couple of rings he finally picked up.

"Hello, Seira?" He asked, happy to hear from his favorite niece, "What's up? When are you getting here?"

"About that," I started, "I'm lost and I need a ride home." My uncle on the other side of the phone sighed but he figured that something like this would happen.

"Alright, where are you? I'm grabbing my keys right now," He replied, I could hear jingling in the background from his keys.

"I'm across the street from the bakery you told me to stop by," I stated, looking around for other things I could use to describe the place I was at. My uncle was a bit of a dunce when it came to places, he needs lots of descriptions. I heard Ryuji stopped moving, probably thinking of where it was.

"Seira…" he breathed trying not to laugh, "Go left four blocks and you'll be here."

"Eh?" I turned my head to the right and looked down the sidewalk spotting my uncle's huge gates, "Oh… Well I'll be there shortly then." I hung up, slipping the phone back in my pocket and continued walking again. Okay, now you know my dark secret, that I have no sense of direction. I remember this one time when I was 6, I got lost in the grocery store and ended up having security help me but I ran away from them because they were strangers until they caught me. They called my uncle through the PA system and I couldn't stop crying. Looking back on it now, I find it embarrassing. I pushed open the gates to uncle Ryuji's massive property. Although I call it Ryuji's house, I've spent all of my life here with him. My grandmother and grandfather are quite wealthy and they owned this lot before giving it to their son. It took a while, but I arrived at the doorstep without dropping the cake. I opened the door, knowing that he forgot to lock it when he went back inside only to find that it was dark.

"Ryuji?" I called out, wondering why it was dark, "Where are you? Why are the lights off?" When I didn't get a response are groaned in irritation. Kicking my shoes off and slipping my slippers on I headed for the kitchen. I found that it too was dark but as soon as I got inside the lights flickered on.

"Congratulations!" cheered three familiar faces. I immediately recognized Ryuji with his shaggy blonde hair. A beautiful younger woman stood next to him with her short blonde hair beautifully styled. She was wearing a sun dress and her stomach bulged out a little. The man next to her, who was also blonde but a darker shade than the others, smiled brightly dressed in a suit and holding a confetti popper.

"Uncle Seiko and Aunt Naho!" I shouted, excited to see the couple. Naho Ayano, who was now Naho Inubashiri, was a close friend of my mother and father and her husband, Seiko Inubashiri, also close friends with my mother and father gave me a huge hug, "You two sure move fast I see." I spoke, smiling innocently at the two who blushed in response. We chattered about for a while, talking about what was going on and how we've been while we enjoyed the cake I bought; which was strawberry shortcake, my favorite.

"On to business," Ryuji spoke up a serious expression on his face, "The letter came in today." He dropped a red and black colored envelope with a gold seal on it. I already knew what it was. It was an acceptance letter to a new high school that has just recently opened up. Ryuji, Naho and Seiko along with my aunt Ri and uncle Xorukae, started an organization that was investigating schools with suspicious activity to prevent incidents like this again. Twelve years ago, there was an incident known as the Eden Academy incident where thirteen students were killed in an academy that the public knew as a school for the gifted. However, the school was actually brought up by an organization called I.D- Infinite Despair. My mother was one of those who were killed along with my father while Naho, Seiko, Ri, Xorukae and four others were able to escape. The organization they started, which I am now a part of, caught wind of a school being opened up in America.

My goal was to infiltrate the school and identify the school's controller. Afterwards I was to send a signal and have the organization's agents come in and apprehend the person behind the school and maybe we'd get some clues to their hideout. I grabbed the envelope and slowly broke the seal. Inside was a neatly folded white paper. I pulled it out and proceeded to read it.

Dear Seira Kirisaki,

I, the headmaster of Northern Lights Academy of Rising Stars, am glad to say that you are invited to attend our lovely school. You will receive the utmost education and be able to enhance your spectacular talent and blossom. Once graduating, you will be able to broadcast your amazing talent to the world and live in fame and glory. I assure, you will achieve guaranteed success in life after you attend our school. Inside, we have disclosed your ticket for the private jet that will be picking you up at Sapporo Airport at 8:00 a.m. sharp. We cannot wait to see you here attending our fair school. See you soon.

Sincerely,
NLARS Headmaster

I turned the envelope upside down and a ticket fell out onto the table. On it were the details of my flight. The jet will depart tomorrow at 7:15 am, talk about early dismissal. This will be all worth it, I want to find that woman who was in charge of Eden and I'll get my revenge.

"Seira," Naho spoke, staring at me with hard eyes. I could tell what she was going to say would be extremely important, "Whatever happens while you're at the school, make sure that you will do whatever it takes to not get killed." I nodded in response followed with 'I will.' "And most importantly, don't forget to practice your singing and dancing." I cringed when I heard this. My life was going to be on the line and I'm supposed to be worried about my career? Come on auntie.

"Don't mind her," Seiko interjected, "Just remember, be careful of who you trust and investigate carefully." That was some good solid advice right there.

"Thanks uncle Seiko," I thanked with a smile, "looks like you can say some useful things sometimes." At this, he gave a hurt look while Naho and Ryuji started giggling. The two left not too long after, they were busy after all. Naho still was in her prime with her voice acting and Seiko was really busy stealing from people. Naho has got to find that man a job. Uncle Ryuji was helping me pack my bag in preparation for my trip.

"You know…" He started while placing some of my clothes in my suitcase, "It's going to get really lonely with you gone…" He sounded kind of sad. He must be thinking what if I die. Well no worries uncle Ryuji, I'm not gonna go out that easy.

"Don't worry," I assured him, patting his back, "I made you an account on this dating website. By the way, you have thirty dates tomorrow, make sure you look nice." Just then a ding was heard from my laptop, "Make that thirty-one." Ryuji looked at me shocked and begun despairing his fate to come. Thirty-one dates with desperate thirty to forty year-olds sounds like it's going to be a blast. After we finished, he left my room to let me get some sleep. I stared at the picture of a reunion for the Eden Incident that we went to when I was six. There was a boy I faintly remembered. I went to sleep wondering what his name was.

The next morning was pretty peaceful. I got up at 2:30 which gave me the perfect amount of time to get ready. I took a nice long hot shower since no one knew how long I'd be able to use my favorite lavender shampoo. After I got out of my shower, it was 2:45. Fortunately, I had picked out my outfit the morning before. I slipped on a matching set of white lace panties and bra. I looked at myself in the mirror and sighed. My chest was nowhere as nice as aunt Naho's, I was never going to get a boyfriend like this… Shaking my head, I sat at my dresser and proceeded to blow dry my hair; humming a song that I recently heard on the radio. Once it was completely dry I decided to play with it a little. Maybe I'd wear twintails… or how about a side ponytail? Or maybe I can put it in a bun? I sighed, deciding that I looked silly and pulled out my curling iron. I decided to go with some light curling. Once that was finished and my hair looked alright, I grabbed my clothes off the hanger. First I put on a pure black mini-skirt that fit nicely around my waist and went a couple inches above my knees. Perfect. Next I put on a white dress shirt accompanied with a red tie and a black blazer. I put on a little caplet that I got for a huge discount and it was cute. It has cute two pink lines along the edges and two pink drawstrings with puffballs at the end for the hood. I pulled my hair out of the jacket so they'd cover the hood. Finally to finish my look, I put on some ankle socks and a pair of black boots that also had pink puffballs and a black cap.
I gave myself a once over once I was finished, checking to make sure I was presentable. I gave myself a little wink, grabbed my suitcase and headed down the stairs.

I expected to see Ryuji but instead I found a note. It said that he had left early because he had an appointment with someone. Pfft yeah right, he was probably trying to skip town so he wouldn't have to go on all those dates today. Outside just behind the gate, there was a taxi ready to give me a lift. Not wanting to keep the taxi driver waiting any longer, I grabbed a couple of apples and granola bars and hurried out the door with my suitcase. After making sure the gate was locked and secure, I put my suitcase in the trunk and got in the backseat.

"To Sapporo right?" the man asked in a gruff tone. I told him yes and he immediately started driving. I put on my headphones and listened to the playlist I made yesterday. Somewhere along the way I had drifted off to sleep and the driver had ended up waking me up. When I opened my eyes, I saw that we were at the airport. I quickly apologized and gave him the fare for the ride. He sped off once I left the car. Contrary to my beliefs the airport was not as crowded as I thought. I had always imagined a bunch of business people rushing around talking on their phones.

"Geez, this place is so huge…" I mumbled to myself. I was looking for the service desk but ended up getting lost instead. The rolling of my suitcase followed behind me. I was about to turn the corner but I ended up bumping into someone and falling on my butt. "Hey watch where you're going!" I shouted, rubbing my now bare head.

"Ah sorry dude," a masculine voice apologize, "I wasn't really paying attention, my bad." 'Dude'? Did he just call me 'dude'? Annoyed, I looked up at the source of the voice and found… a delinquent. "The name is, Rai Kobayashi Rai. Nice to meet you."

Rai's POV

Today was the end of the school year and I was sure as hell excited. After the ceremony a group of my friends and I agreed to hit the skatepark. My parents told me to head home earlier than usual today but who cares? The longer I'm away from my control freak parents the better. Ver since I was a kid they've been tryin to mold me into the perfect child, but forget that. It's my life not theirs. Anyways, my name is Rai, Kobayashi Rai; 16-year old first-year, well second now at Seikai Private High school. My natural eye color is a sky blue with gray rings but I like to wear red contacts instead. Much cooler and my parents hate it. To be honest I never wanted to attend this school, my mind-controlling parents forced me because they went here when they were my age and 'loved' it. Although I can say I've made some great friends but it sucks I'll be leaving soon…

"Yo, Rai!" Greeted a familiar voice I knew all too well. I felt an arm encircle my neck and a fist digging into my head.

"Hey Daisuke, I see you actually passed dude!" Daisuke has been a good buddy of mine since I was eight. We attended the same elementary school but sic emu parents were so damn picky about who I hung out with I never really got to know the guy until I went into a rebellious fit when I was seven. I guess I seemed more approachable since he just came up an talked to me and we just kinda clicked after that I guess.

Daisuke is the kind of guy you know would have your back no matter what. It also helped that he was good with a board but nowhere near as good as me. Despite being the same age this guy thinks he has some seniority over just cuz he's taller. Pfft as if.

"What's that 'spose to mean?" He growled, intensifying the strength of the noogie he was giving me, messing up my perfectly stylized hair. Before I could throw him off he removed his arms and I immediately felt the pain of something hitting the back of my head.

"Do you guys ever stop horsing around?" An irritated voice sighed. I turned around clutching the back of my head to see the she-devil herself, "geez sometimes I wonder if you guys are even high schoolers..."

"And I wonder if you're not some sort of hell spawn, Miyumi," Daisuke retorted, smirking. I immediately burst out laughing however our classmate didn't find it funny at all and started attacking him with her textbook. I thought about helping but decided against. I was not dying today.

Miyumi, unlike me and Daisuke, is a goody two-shoes. We've known her since middle school and she just butted into our little group of friends and not too long after we became great friends. She was pretty popular cause of her looks but it died down since she started hanging with us and probably because people have seen her true personality. But all in all she's pretty cool. Daisuke's screams for help started getting louder so I thought know would be a pretty good time to intervene.

"Hey, Miyumi," I called out. She stopped smacking him with her book and looked in my direction. I swear her eyes were glowing, "As much as I'd love to watch you beat the shit out if Dai, shouldn't we be heading to the skatepark?" She immediately dropped him, remember we did in fact agreed to go to there today.

"Oh yeah I almost forgot!" She exclaimed. She picked up her bag which was tossed in her attempt to murder Daisuke, "Daisuke, you better get a move on or we're leavin your ass." She called out in a singsong voice. As if he had just not gotten beat to a pulp, he hopped up of the ground bag on his shoulder and started dashing ahead.

"Last one there is month old yakisoba!" Daisuke bellowed from down the sidewalk. Smirking, I immediately dashed off with Miyumi tailing behind. Within a matter of seconds I caught up to Daisuke, his blue-haired ass isn't faster than me. Within minutes I made it at the Daijinn Skatepark with Daisuke arriving not too long after and Miyumi ultimately last place.

"Looks like… Miyu's month old yakisaba," Dai teased Miyu who in turn glared daggers at him. They were pretty out of breath from running but I wasn't thanks to all the dangerous activities I do on a daily basis. With my skateboard tucked in my arm, I pushed open the gates into the skate park greeted with plenty of familiar faces and a couple of newbies.

Several hours of boarding I checked my cell seeing that I had numerous missed texts and calls from my parents. Not that it mattered anyways. I checked the latest one which said Jhervis, our driver, is coming to pick me up from the skateboard. I sighed, irritated. I really don't wanna see them they give me such headaches. Just like the text said he would, Jhervis arrived in our black limousine just outside the gates. Saying goodbye to some good friends I headed out to the limousine. When I got to the black vehicle Jhervis was already out of the driver's seat.

"Good evening Master Rai," Jhervis greeted with a bow, like usual. The guy was way too formal. He needed to chill a bit.

"Dude, you don't need to do all that formal junk with me," I told him once again after who so many times. He must've had it drilled in his head to greet every family member like that or something, "Let's just get goin man, I'm starved." With that I got inside the and after a moment Jhervis got inside as well and started driving. I stared outside the window, bored out of my mind. The same old scenery passing by was getting old. I really couldn't wait to get out of here and leave that stupid house. Jhervis pulled into the excessively long driveway to the Kobayashi house. I immediately got out, knowing he was going to try and open the door for me, which I hate. "Thanks for the ride Jhervis." I rushed up the stairs to the house and slipped inside quietly. However, it was pointless since my parents were standing right there.

"Rai, we need to have a serious talk. Now," the stern look and the way she stressed 'now' indicated my mom was not too happy. My dad followed her as she exited into our living room. I followed them as well slumping my shoulders. On the table in between two couches there's an opened black envelope and an unfolded sheet of paper. My mom picked up the paper and held it up for me to see, "Rai. What is this?"

I rolled my eyes, annoyed, "I dunno, you tell me. I obviously can't read it from over here." I could hear part of the paper crunching under her finely manicured hands. She always liked to have her nails done eccentrically. I could tell I was getting on her nerves just as planned.

"Don't feign ignorance," dad butted in, obviously trying to keep mom for going crazy, "you know damn well what this is so start explaining. What is this, 'Northern Lights Academy of Rising Stars'? We just got an acceptance letter from them, care to explain?" Northern… what? What kind of school is that?

"What are you talking about? I've never heard of some school called that, chill," I told them. I walked over and snatched the paper out of her hands and scanned what was written.

Dear Rai Kobayashi,

I, the headmaster of Northern Lights Academy of Rising Stars, am glad to say that you are invited to attend our lovely school. You will receive the utmost education and be able to enhance your spectacular talent and blossom. Once graduating, you will be able to broadcast your amazing talent to the world and live in fame and glory. I assure, you will achieve guaranteed success in life after you attend our school. Inside, we have disclosed your ticket for the private jet that will be picking you up at Sapporo Airport 8:00 a.m. sharp. We cannot wait to see you here attending our fair school. See you soon.

Sincerely,
NLARS Headmaster

"What the hell? I didn't sign up for this school. Heck, I never heard of it until now," I honestly didn't expect to come home to this. I was only looking forward to seeing their faces when I told them I was going to go live with my grandparents but this… This is hell of a lot better.

"Ritsuko-sama, I have the information of the school you requested," the head maid, Aoi, spoke as she entered the room. She handed my mother a paper before she bowed and exited the room. Aoi never really spoke much and was extremely diligent in her work and she was always expressionless. My mother scanned the paper, her violet eyes moving left and right in haste. Once she finished her overall expression changed into a much more pleasant one.

"Dear, read this," She said, shoving the paper into my father's hands. He took the now slightly bent paper and began reading it. Once he was finished, his blue eyes lit up. That was not a good sign, "I think we should let our little boy attend this school, what do you say?" Of course, my dad agreed, never wanting to go against my mother but something seemed off. Shouldn't they still be mad? Well whatever I don't care, as long as I am out of here, there is no problem. I turned and started making my way to my room. I needed some sleep.

"Rai, go ahead and start packing your stuff," my father called as I was exiting, "the jet leaves tomorrow at 8:00 sharp, so make sure you get some sleep and head out bright and early. We'll make sure breakfast will be ready when you're leaving." I waved back, showing that I heard him. After reaching the safe zone of my bedroom I hopped on my bed and stared at the ceiling. My parents wouldn't just do a 180 like that unless either A. money was involved or B. it had something to do with someone famous. Fortunately I already packed my clothes for when I would go to my grandparents so I didn't have to worry about that. After a couple minutes, I fell into a peaceful sleep.

Brzzzz Brzzz Brzzzz.
That was the sound of my alarm painfully entering my ears. I reach out for my phone, the source of this infuriating noise and cut it out. I leaned up and let out a huge yawn. I checked the time on my phone noticing it was 2:00 a.m. and snaked out of bed. I shuffled to my bathroom, rubbing the sleep out of my eyes and sluggishly stripped off my clothes before hopping into the shower. Unfortunately, I accidently turned on just the cold and was greeted with a blast of freezing water which definitely gave me a jolt. I immediately changed the dials so the water was replaced with a nice warm and refreshing temperature. After a nice relaxing shower, I headed out my bathroom, towel wrapped loosely around my hips. I slipped on a pair of boxers and pulled out my look for the day. I quickly got dressed and slipped on my favorite pair of sneakers. My look consisted of a pair of baggy black jeans, a form-fitting red tee with this sick black and white design. I thoroughly checked out how I looked before putting on my red and black piercings on my right ear. I have four of them and a small spike on the corner of my lip. Perfect. I slipped my favorite pair of black shades in my pocket and grabbed my suitcase.

The smell of pancakes and bacon wafted up my nose as I stepped down the stairs. I think I'll most certainly miss Marie's cooking, it's amazing. I seated myself at the table and immediately started digging in. Who knows when I'll be able eat this amazing cooking again? Probably never. Within minutes, I was finished with the small feast that was prepared for my departure to the airport. I let out a satisfied burp and got up from my seat. I thanked Marie for the delicious cooking and headed outside where Jhervis was waiting in the limo. I hopped in and tossed my suitcase to the side. I stared at the passing by scenery as we ventured to the airport. I was really gonna miss this place especially Miyumi and Dai. It wasn't too long before we reached my destination. I pulled out some money, which was probably more than enough but I didn't bother asking for change and got out. With my suitcase in tow, I headed inside the airport only to be greeted by Miyumi and Dai.

"You guys…" I gasped, shocked that my two best friends were here, "What are you dudes doin here?" Miyumi scoffed, poked me and gave me disbelieving glare.

"You honestly think you can just leave without saying goodbye?" she asked, "How cruel, I thought we were best friends…" She wiped an invisible tear and gave me a light punch.

"Heh… We are but I didn't want 'ta see your waterworks," I teased, pinching her cheek, "You are a huge crybaby after all." She growled in response, before removing my grip on her cheek.

"You sure know how to hit the soft spots man," Dai spoke, before signaling that we were about to do our signature shake. No matter how hard she tried, Miyumi could never do our handshake, "I'm gonna miss you dude."

"Oh no, don't start cryin' on me too man," I told him, slapping a hand on my forehead. We laughed before giving each other a manhug, "Stay rockin dude. I'll keep in touch." He nodded his head in agreement and gave one final fist bump before he and Miyumi hopped into the cab they kept running. With my last goodbyes said, I headed into the airport, hoping to get out of the cold weather. It was empty, like a flipping wasteland empty dude. I guess airports aren't all that busy at four in the morning. Dragging my luggage behind, I wandered the halls, hoping to find some sort of entertainment while I was stuck waiting for my flight. I turned a corner only to be greeted with something hitting against my chest. Looking down, I saw a raven-haired girl on the floor and what looked like her luggage. I wondered if she was also going to be attending the same flight.

"Hey! Watch where you're going!" she shouted, rubbing her head. Ignoring her irritated shout, I leaned down and stuck my hand out for her to grab.

"Ah sorry dude," I apologized. She looked at me for a moment, annoyance was plastered on her face. I cringed a little before continuing, "The name is, Rai Kobayashi Rai. It's nice to meet you." She stared at me for a moment before getting up herself. She attempted dust off whatever invisible dust that had apparently gotten on her when she fell and grabbed her luggage.

"My name is Seira, Kirisaki Seira," She replied, finally giving my hand a small shake, "I don't suppose you're here for the jet to NLARS?" I stared at her confused.

"Excuse me what?" I said, "Run that by me again dude?"

"NLARS," She corrected, crossing her arms as she did, "It stands for Northern Lights Academy for Rising Stars. You got an acceptance letter and plane tickets, didn't you?" Alright, her attitude was unnerving, talk about a bitch.

"Yeah, my bad dude," I half-heartedly apologize for no reason, which caused her eyebrow to twitch for some reason.

"Whatever," she said, rolling her eyes, "And don't call me dude. You know my name now, don't you?" Sheesh, talk about bossy too, "Well it doesn't matter, come on. This is the way to our jet." She pointed towards the long hall. She started walking ahead, her suitcase making the loud rolling sound it does when it's being dragged. I was about to follow her until a voice called out and she stopped.

"Seira?" spoke the uknown voice. We both turned around, to see who it was. She seemed to know who it was as she had let out a soft gasp.

"Yuu…" She whispered, just barely enough for us to hear.

Well, I don't suppose that was super interesting. xD I wonder who this Yuu guy is? How does Seira know him? All in due time~ I hope I was able to present them well. please, tell me how I did, what I should change, or what I should add. I want to make this story as great as possible so your feedback is much obliged~ ^-^ Thanks for reading and stay tuned for the next chapter~

Seira Kirisaki: 16, SHSL Songtress

Rai Kobayashi: 16 SHSL Daredevil

Yuu Miyama: 15 SHSL ?