yo so first things first this story is just an rp i'm doing with my good buddy, i am just reformatting and editing it to post it here. what you are about read is written by both of us. enjoy nerds

'It must really suck to be Marco Diaz right now' thought nobody as Marco was at the peak of his high school career. He was happy and everyone could see it, his smile radiated positive energy. Why you ask? Well he had just finished sophomore year with high honor roll, had gotten his black belt during the school year, and oh right- he and Star were finally an item. They were that couple that everyone was waiting on to get together. And to make things better, he had been selected to compete in an international martial arts tournament in Japan. Not only would it be televised, but he would be representing the American West Coast. Star was super proud of him, but was a bit sad, as it meant she would not be seeing Marco for two weeks while he was away. A small amount of time, sure, but for 15 year olds, that was an eternity. School had been out for about a week, and it was the night before Marco's flight, so the couple had decided to go out to a nice restaurant for one last date before not being able to see each other for two weeks. Sitting in a fine restaurant was never really Star's 'talent'. She was kicking her legs under the table and had each elbow placed on the fine wood top where she held her own head up while chewing on her straw. " Two weeks huh?" She sighed feeling a little guilty about feeling down at such a nice outing with her boyfriend. "Yeahhh... But don't worry Star, It'll be over before you know it. Besides i'll have my phone on me, we can text or call any time, it'll be over before you know it. " He reassured and picked up a sopaipilla and offered it to her. Star took the treat but didn't take a bite as soon as she got it, like her norm, instead she looked it over a moment watching the sugar bits reflect the sim lighting of the establishment. " What if something happens?" she popped the treat into her mouth and sat up a bit. " I mean, why does this have to be in japan, why not here like all your other ones?" she pouted and crossed her arms.

"Japan is where martial arts like Karate originated- it's only customary. Besides, nothing is going to happen. People fly back and forth from Japan to the states all the time. You have nothing to worry about." said Marco, reaching out and taking her hand. "Plus you'll be able to watch me on TV! And it's only two weeks- we have the entire rest of the summer to do whatever we want." said Marco. Star looked up at him and smiled with a sly look on her face. "Anything, huh?" She said flirtatiously. Marco gave a nervous laugh. "Aahh hah... Anything within reason Star." He corrected himself in blushed sweat. " Any way, " He waved away the topic. "I just want you to not worry okay? We have been apart for way worse reasons, I always come back don't I?" Star gave a small smile and a little huff as she hated to admit that he was right. "Yeahhhh... i guess so... " " So how about we cheer up and enjoy these treats. When we get back to my house we can watch movies or cartoons till I have to go. I'll stay up all night with you. I can sleep on the plane in the morning. Sound good?" He offered. "Sounds amazing." Star chirped feeling a bit better about everything. They have been dimensions apart, this was nothing, she convinced herself. After the meal was done, Marco paid the bill and the two departed. "So, gonna bring me back anything neato from Japan?" asked Star as her fingers intertwined with Marco's. "Of course I will~ I'll find something you'll like. They're big on toys and trinkets and colorful shiny things over there. Y'know, cute stuff.. but none of it is as cute as you~" said Marco with a smirk. "Pffft, you're so cheesy!" giggled Star as they walked down the street. Eventually they got back home and went upstairs. "Let me change into something comfy~" said Marco as he went to go grab a shirt and basketball shorts- they had both dressed up a little for their date, and while the idea was cute, they were both itching for comfy clothes.

The two went into their separate rooms and changed. It took no time for star to slip on her night gown and hurry back out to the living room where she flopped down on the sofa and flip on the TV, hunting for a good show to binge as she remained sprawled out over the whole couch. Marco took a moment more than star to change and walked out of his room checking his phone for any important emails about the upcoming trip in the morning. everything seemed in place. His bags where packed and his mind was ready to push his body to its limits in the tournament . He tucked the phone away and casually picked up Star's legs, sat down, and let them fall back on his lap. "Okay, all set" said Marco. "What should we watch?" asked Star, remote in hand. "Hmm, something scary?" asked Marco. "Ehh.. what about that new mystery drama on TBS?" asked Star. "Sounds good to me!" said Marco with a smile. The show was currently on a marathon, so it was perfect for them to watch all night. After a few episodes, they found themselves cuddling up very closely. Star smiled as Marco played with her hair and returned her little kisses.

Meanwhile, Angie and Rafael both had retired to their bedroom for the night. Angie was showing a decent amount of baby belly and the smallest activities started to tire her more than usual. So it wasn't uncommon for the parents of the house to go and hide in the bedroom where Rafael would spoil his wife with dinner in beds, massages, and of course the regular comforts he could provide to her to help make these last few months easier what ever way he could. The two kids snuggled in close on the sofa. Marco ran his hand through Star's long hair several times as she latched onto him like velcro. They where drowsy by now and their kisses where simple and sweet.

After staying up a solid half of the night, the two drowsy teens fell asleep on the couch in each other's arms. They woke a few hours to Raphael shaking Marco awake. "Mijo! It's time to get dressed! We have to get to the airport!" He exclaimed as Marco and Star both groaned, not wanting to get up. "Aye yai yai!" He grabbed Marco by his shoulders, picked him up and set him down standing up on the rug floor. "Vámonos!" Being lifted woke Marco up instantly. Still waking up, shocked and a little confused, he stood there a moment stiff while Star groaned, rolling on the sofa slowly waking up herself. Raphael gave Marco a little shove to try and get him going. "Lets go!" the father exclaimed. "Okayyyy, Dad, give us five minutes, we'll meet you in the car" said Marco as he dragged Star off the couch and they went upstairs and quickly brushed their teeth and got dressed as Raphael helped Angie into the car and loaded Marco's luggage. Once the teens were in the car, they were finally off to the airport. Luckily they were leaving hours in advance, which was good seeing as they got into a buttload of traffic getting to the Los Angeles Airport. "Are we almost there? I need the little interdimensional princess's room, and traffic hasn't moved an inch!" lamented Star. "Honey, please, try being pregnant" retorted Angie with a chuckle. "Don't worry Star, it'll let up soon." said Marco, taking her hand and smiling. Eventually traffic did let up, but the airport was crowded, and Rafael was taking his sweet ass time finding a parking spot. Star, not being the most patient person in the world, decided to speak up. "PLEEEAAASE MR. DIAZ" She whined "JUST LET ME OUT HERE, FOR CORN'S SAKE!" The car pulled over and Angie, Star, and Marco got out, while Raf continued his quest to find decent parking. "Alright you two, stay close, It's easy to get lost at these places." said Angie. Marco agreed, not that he would be one to get lost, but Star for sure could get into some serious trouble at a place like this. They don't take explosions to lightly, and Star could quite literally be an explosive gal'. The three walked, well, Marco and his mother walked. Star skipped trying to hurry along but pregnant women don't tend to walk to fast. Marco could see she wanted to complain, but didn't want to make his mother feel bad about her speed when she was already struggling as is. so she just skipped more quickly in place.

"Now, Star, please do not use your magic in the airport, because you will get detained." said Marco. "What's detained?" asked Star. "Airport jail, basically. You don't wanna go their. They'll think you're a terrorist." said Marco. "What's a terrorist?" asked Star, looking at Marco with a confused face. "Seriously? Terrorism isn't a concept on Mewni?" he exclaimed as Star burst into a fit of giggles. "Of course I know what a terrorist is! I'm just messing with you~" said Star, booping Marco's nose. "Hey, there's the bathroom! Why don't you and my Mom go while I grab us some breakfast from one of these places?" suggested Marco. Before he could get an answer, Star was already sprinting towards the lady's room, with Angie practically waddling after her. Marco rolled his eyes and went up to a breakfast place to get some food. He got chorizo, egg and cheese burritos for him, Star, and his dad, as well as two egg and cheese burritos for his pregnant mother; breakfast meats were making her sick to her stomach. Angie and Star came out of the bathroom and met Marco with the food. As they ate, Rafael had finally caught up with them.

Marco checked into his flight, which was another long line, and then they went to airport security. This would be the difficult part due to the fact that this is where Marco would part ways from his girlfriend and parents- only people actually getting on planes could go past security. "Alright mijo, remember to keep in touch." Said Raf giving his son a hefty proud slap on the back. "Knock em' dead my little ninja," Angie encouraged on her son. "I will guys... Thanks, you are the best parents a kid like me could ever ask for." He gave a hug to his father and received a kiss from his mother. Then he turned to Star who was gripping the skirt of her dress nervously. " I'll be back before you know it." He said softly pulling her into an embrace unlike the one he fave to his parents. It was soft, and tender hug, but Star hugged back like a bear, as if she where trying to squeeze the life out of him. " You better, the second your late, Imma start to hunt you down like Toffee, got it?" said Star, making Marco chuckled. "Got it...I love you.." He said as he pulled her into another hug. Star returned the hug, squeezing him once more. "I love you too, Marco." she said, smiling. He gave her a kiss and Marco gave his final farewells and I love you's to his parents. Once through security that was it for the three who remained on the other side. "Alright Mija, lets get you home." Raphael said to Angie who was getting tired of being on her feet already. They started to walk off but Star hesitated where she was a moment, watching security to really make sure that Marco wasn't going to run back out with a fleet of monsters chasing him. But nothing of the sort happened. His parents called and caught her attention, she sighed turned and hurried to them so that they could return home.

woooo hell yeahhhhh intro chapter done! don't worry. it will pick up soon. stay tuned for chapter 2 ;)