Brie's phone alarm goes off, playing "Wannabe" by the Spice Girls. She sits up rubbing her eyes and calling to her sister.
"Nikki get up."
Buried under the sheets, Nikki lays completely still. Brie hops out of bed and walks over to wake her twin.
"Come on get up!"
Brie pulls off the sheets to find a stack of pillows.
"Ugh, again?"
After looking in the bathroom, Brie goes straight to her cell phone. This wasn't the first time Nikki did this, but it never stopped Brie from worrying. Nikki's ring tone starts playing outside the hotel room. Brie opens the door to find her sister asleep outside on the walkway. Hanging up her cell, Brie softly kicks Nikki to try and wake her. Daniel walks up, ready for the day. Wearing an 'I luv Knowledge' sweatshirt.
"Is she alright?" He asks looking down.
"She's fine. Last year she snuck out to party and ended up in another state. Do you mind?"
"Not at all."
They pick up Nikki and carry her into the bathroom. Sitting her in the tub, then turning on the shower with cold water. Nikki pops up, flailing around.
"WHAT. THE. FUCK!"
"Hurry up, we can't be late. We're getting our rooms today."
Brie leaves to finish getting ready, leaving Daniel in the bathroom with Nikki. Daniel stands there with a big smile on his face.
"Good morning."
"Fuck off." Nikki replied, getting to her feet.
"What were you doing last night?" Asked Brie as she applied her earrings.
Nikki strips down to her underwear as she explains what happened.
"I stashed a little of dads rum before I left. I killed the bottle after you went to sleep. I needed to pee really bad. It was dark and I couldn't find the bathroom, so I went outside. All I remember after that is getting tired, and the ground feeling comfy."
"So why stack the pillows?"
"I don't know. Thought it be funny."
The Bella twins stop their conversation to look at Daniel, who's eyes are glued at Nikki.
"You enjoying the show Bundy?"
"Uhhh."
"Good, first one is free. Now get out."
With everyone ready an hour later, they call a cab. Telling the driver to head to the university, as the first day of college is today. Packed in the back seat, the trio soak in the sights as the cab rolls through the sunny state. Beaches, nightlife, local shops, and Nikki's favorite, hot guys.
"This place is a-ma-zing." Sings Nikki.
"Florida is always a nice spot to vacation in. We should hit Miami this year. You got any plans this year Daniel?"
"I don't know. I'm kind of focused on school. My dad has been on my ass about this."
"Why?"
"I'm on a scholarship. Basically this is a one shot deal for me."
"Don't worry Bundy, you'll do great." Said Nikki.
The cab pulls up to the university and everyone collects their stuff. All three head to the front office soaking in the scenery. Lush fields of grass with hundreds of young people all around. Housing not too far away, the football field and gym close by,everything scattered around the 4 mile long campus.
"This is nice. Everyone here seems friendly." Said Daniel.
A football comes out of nowhere and smacks Daniel in the back of the head. A guy runs over and picks up the ball.
"Sorry nerd." He says before running off.
"Well, most of them seem friendly."
They enter the main office and walk up to the front desk to get their room numbers. Nikki is up first, waiting on the old woman to find her info.
"Nikki Bella you are in building C room 18."
She passes Nikki a key to the room. Brie hugs her sister tightly before she leaves. Nikki shoves her off.
"Jesus I'm not dying. I'll see you later for orientation."
Brie and Daniel are handed their numbers and go off to meet their roommates. Brie in building D, room 2. Daniel in building A, room 10. The dorms being separated with men going to A and B while the women go to C and D.
Daniel heads into the A building and looks around for his room. He walks down the hall, checking each number until he reaches number 10. A faint smell comes from the other side of the door. Daniel walks inside, finding a couple of guys playing Madden. A light fog at the top of the room.
"Hi guys. I'm your new roommate. Name's Daniel Bryan."
The two guys turn their heads to look at Daniel. A red stare in all four eyes. Daniel stands there awkwardly, not knowing what to say.
"I didn't mean to interrupt. Might want to open a window."
One of the guys stand up. His face saying all business. He makes his way over to Daniel, getting face to face. Each man staring eye to eye with Daniel starting to sweat. The other guy cracks a smile to break the tension. He hugs Daniel and welcomes him.
"Didn't mean to make you sweat bro. Name's Matt Riddle. Welcome to NXT University."
Daniel lets out a huge sigh of relief, worried about a potential beat down.
"Nice to meet you Matt." Greets Daniel.
"Dude hurry up. I wanna finish this game." Said the other guy.
"Hold on. That's my bro Alex. Don't mind him." Said Matt patting Daniel on the shoulder.
Matt sits back down and lights up a joint. He takes a huge hit and passes it to Alex. Matt falls back coughing while Alex takes his own hit. Alex then passes it to Daniel, who takes it, to not be disrespectful.
"Are we allowed to do this?" He asked looking out the window.
"It's cool bro. We blaze every day." Matt assured him.
"Huh. I've never actually smoked pot before. This is pretty exciting!"
"There's a first time for everything bro."
Daniel takes a small hit, being careful not to overdo it.
"Make sure you hold it in." Said Alex.
Daniel holds it in, puffing out his chest to make it seem like he knew what he was doing. Striking a cheesy superhero pose to show his valor.
"Not bad bro." Praises Matt.
Unable to keep up the facade, Daniel keels over to cough. His new roommates laugh up a storm as Daniel falls on the floor. A daze in his eyes while looking at the now spinning ceiling.
Nikki walks through the dorm hall, texting at the same time. Suddenly hearing someone calling her name.
"Nikki! Nikki!"
She looks around but everyone else is going about their business. She shrugs it off and finds her room. Hearing her name being called again from the opposite side of the door. Nikki walks in to find what looks to be her roommate looking around a bunch of clutter. The woman stops what she's doing to greet the Bella.
"Hi, I'm Candice. Last name Lerae."
"Nikki Bella."
"WOW! Your name's Nikki? That's crazy. Excuse the mess, I was just looking for my friend. Her name is Nicky too."
Nikki drops her bag on the floor. A slight ruffle comes from under one of the beds.
"The fuck was that?" Asked Nikki backing up.
A female head pops out from under the bed. A grimacing smile across her face.
"This is our other roommate. Nicky Cross."
Nicky's head sat completely still, only smiling at her new friend.
"You're preeeetyyy."
Nikki steps behind Candace. A little scared and disgusted.
"I promise you she doesn't bite." Laughed Candace.
Hey pretty girl, come here."
Nikki slowly comes from behind Candace and inches to the bed.
"Closer." Taunts Nicky.
Nikki crouches down, still cautious of this strange chick hiding under the bed.
"Cloooooserrrrr."
Nikki moves a little closer. Getting face to face while balling up her fist. When she's close enough, Nicky kisses her on the nose. Caught off guard, Nikki falls back on her butt. Nicky disappears back under the bed as Candace chuckles.
"She's a crazy one isn't she?"
"You have got to be fucking kidding me."
Brie walks into her room, no one there at the moment. A bed with lovely silk sheets and pictures all around sits on one side of the room. Drawn in by the lovely fabric, Brie rubs her hand across the sheets.
"What are you doing?"
Brie quickly turns around to find a tall blonde with an angry face at the doorway.
"Oh I'm sorry, your bed was nice so I-"
The blonde lightly pushes Brie out the way and smoothes out her sheets. Brie took a look at her roommates outfit, seeing she comes from money. The brands of Gucci, Fendi and other high name brands draped across her blouse, pants and accessories.
"I didn't mean to invade your space." Apologized Brie.
The blonde's face turned sour. Then getting up close and personal with Brie.
"Well you did. My daddy says if you have to apologize for something, you shouldn't have done it. This is my side of the room. You stay on your side. If you come on my side, the back of my hand will introduce itself to your face. Got it?"
"Yu-yeah."
The blonde left the room while Brie composed herself. Taking slow breaths while trying to stop her hand from shaking. Not being much of a fighter, this was her way of dealing with confrontation.
"You alright?" Asked a voice from behind.
Ember stood in the doorway, holding some bags.
"Yeah, I'm fine." Brie replied, trying to hold back a few tears.
"Don't let Lacey bother you. She's a hard ass but there's no need to be scared of her."
"I wasn't scared!" Brie snapped back. Clearly getting defensive.
"Right. Anyway, its good to see you made it. My room's across the hall. If you need anything, feel free to ask."
"Okay, thanks."
Half an hour later, all of the freshman gather on the football field for orientation from the head mistress. A row of teachers sitting in the middle of the field while a microphone is set up. Daniel takes a seat on the bleachers with Brie.
"Meet your roommate?" Asked Daniel.
"Yup. A huge b-i-t-c-h. Yours?"
"A cool guy. Could of been worse."
"Daniel have you been crying? Your eyes are really red."
"No crying. I am hungry though."
Another student joins them sitting next to Daniel. Daniel quickly notices the Astronomy League logo on the guys hoodie.
"The Astronomy League, isn't that the Youtube channel? Breaking balls and science laws?" Asked Daniel.
"Yeah, you a fan?"
"Of course! Been subbed since 2012!"
"Nice. I love those guys. They're hilarious. I'm Chad Gable."
"Daniel Bryan."
The two shake hands and continue to chat while Nikki makes her over and sits next to Brie. Looking exhausted in the face.
"You alright sis?"
"Fine. Walking around in this hot ass weather, then meeting my roommates. I get to live with Ms. Happy-go-Lucky and Wednesday Adams crawling around my room."
"What does that mean?"
"I'll explain later."
One teacher takes the mic and tells everyone to quiet down.
"Hello everyone. Allow me to introduce you all the head mistress of NXT University, Stephanie McMahon!"
Stephanie gets a decent sized applause as she takes the stand. Wearing a brand new pants suit.
"Greetings freshman, I am so happy to have you all here for another exciting year! This college has been the foundation for some of the brightest futures of America. We all have one man to thank for this, Vince McMahon. Back in 1979, my father built this college on two morals."
"DRINKING AND FUCKING!" Yells someone from the crowd.
"Ha ha, Umm no. My father built this school on the morals of great teaching and higher learning. After his death, I took the reigns and wanted to take this place to the next level, and how did I do that?"
"BY SHAVING YOUR HAIRY COOCH!"
"NO!" She yelled into the mic, clearly getting irritated. "And if you must know I shave twice a month!"
A teacher taps Stephanie on the shoulder, motioning her to keep it moving.
"Sorry for that...outburst. Where was I. Yes, new faces. I'm happy to have you all here, blah blah, and welcome to NXT University!"
Stephanie smacks the mic away and walks off with a female teacher. Most of the students start leaving while others start talking.
"Well that was...something? Anyone hungry? I'm really hungry." Said Daniel looking dumbfounded.
"Sure. You wanna come Chad?" Brie asked looking over.
"Might as well."
Daniel and Chad walk off as Nikki stops Brie for a moment.
"Why do you always invite the geeks to hang with us?"
"Cause they're nice."
Nikki lets out a huge moan and shakes her head before following the guys. Brie shrugs her shoulders and heads off to lunch with her sister and new friends.