A/n: Disclaimer - I do not own Digimon.

Chapter 1

~Phoenix Takashi~

"I'm enrolling you to Central High, a school which works with DRA to help educate youths about Digimon," Director Oran explained. He pointed at the folder in my hands.

"The students you see inside have been handpicked out of a group of student volunteers. We are planning to train them to become a covert team we can use for our operations."

"A covert team?" I asked, "Is there a problem with the people working with the DRA now?"

"Not exactly. DRA is getting much more attention lately. Our activities are being much more publicized by the media. Especially our people in uniform," Orlan explained, "We need more people like you. People who work outside of our normal operating protocols."

"Why do you need me then? Wouldn't a professional trainer be better?"

"A trainer doesn't have the amount of field experience that you have. I want you to guide them Phoenix."

I sighed. It was clear that Director Oran wasn't going to be convinced no matter what I say.

"So I'm dropping all of my duties and attending school now?" I asked. Oran nodded.

"Your first day at Midtown High is on Monday. I'll have someone clear up any remaining paperwork you have left. Use the weekend to prepare."

I returned to my cabin after my talk with Director Oran. Gennai, my mentor, was inside waiting for me.

"I've arranged to have your items carried over to your parent's apartment," he said.

"What? Why are my items going there?" I asked.

"Your parents live near the school. I thought it would be best for you to move there."

"Mom would be happy to hear that I'm coming back," I said, "Especially when she hears that I'm actually going to attend school." My parents were initially against my decision to join DRA years ago. They eventually relented, on the condition that I would get night classes to ensure that I don't fall behind in education.

"I've already told them. They will be waiting for you at the foyer," Gennai said, "They were somewhat surprised, although Hikari sounded rather happy." I started packing my clothes into bags that Lupusmon had brought out.

"I won't need the extra hands," I told Gennai as I carried my stuff towards the door. I took one last glance around the cabin.

"I think I'll actually miss this place," I sighed.

"Phoenix!"

My mother hugged me the moment she saw me enter the waiting room. She ruffled my hair as she let me go.

"Hi Mom, Dad" I greeted, straightening my hair.

"You look good Phoenix. Have you been eating well? Not too much instant noodles?" my mother asked.

"The cafeteria's food has gotten better," I replied, "Besides I haven't had much free time to cook."

"I'll make sure to cook a sumptuous dinner for you," my father said as he picked up one of my bags.

"Sounds good," I said as we headed towards the underground car park. Dad, like Uncle Yamato, could really whip a great feast.

We got onto the car and started making our way back home. DRA headquarters were located outside the city. I could see the lights through the car window as we drove towards the city.

"When Gennai told us that you were moving back, we were quite surprised," Mom said, "Although I'm glad you are finally going to attend a proper school."

"I wouldn't call it 'proper'," I said, "They teach youths about Digimon there."

"They are still regular teenagers," Dad pointed out, "the environment is the same like any other high school."

"Are you prepared Phoenix?" Mom asked, looking at me through the rear-view mirror.

"It's just high school?" I said, "How tough will it be?" my parents laughed at my statement.

"You'll be surprised," Mom said.

I spent the weekend getting re-accustomed to the aspects of civilian life. On one hand, I missed going on missions with Lupusmon. On the other hand, I enjoyed the fact that I no longer needed to do paperwork.

Monday soon came along. I work up bright and early, ate breakfast courtesy of my dad, and left for school. Lupusmon walked beside me as we made our way towards Central High three blocks down.

"So what I am going to do while you are at school?" Lupusmon asked me.

"The school has a place for Digimon to hang out while their partners are in class," I explained as I tried to study the timetable that was provided in the student orientation package. The school came into view as we turned the last corner.

"Woah…" I muttered. A giant white building lay ahead, the size was easily almost two times bigger than an average school.

"That's Central High?" Lupusmon asked. He hopped onto a metal railing to get a better view.

"Looks like it," I said as I watched students make their way towards the main gate.

"What time do you have to report in?"

"Let me see…" I said as studying my timetable. The fine print at the corner caught my eyes. I groaned as I read it.

"Something wrong?" Lupusmon asked me.

"Yeah. I'm supposed to meet with the principal at ten." I checked my digivice. "That's almost two hours away," I noted bleakly.

"So much for getting up early," Lupusmon said, "Let's go someplace where I can get some shuteye."

I glanced around and spotted a cafe sitting just beside the school. It was highly unlikely that it would be open at this time, but I decided it was worth the shot.

"There's a place across the street. Let's go," I said, turning to Lupusmon. My friend had disappeared.

"Lupusmon?" I shouted, "Where did you run off to?" People were starting to stare at me, wondering why I was making a racket.

I resorted to a different method. I activated my digivice tracking system, design to find Lupusmon in the event we ever got separated during a mission. A blinking red dot appeared on the screen, indicating Lupusmon's location.

I started walking. So much for a simple day at school.