Ah man, I love writing this story! I like how I can go through the conflicts of Jesse and Jaden and the contrast with Judai and Johan's relationship! Like seriously, so fun! Anyway, here's chapter 3 of Friend or Foe?

Reviews are greatly appreciated!

Jaden's POV

Class was boring, as usual. The disappointing thing is that Judai left three or four days ago because of a message his Alexis, well, Asuka, gave him. He said he needed to leave and hadn't come back since. He hadn't even bothered to text me. We even exchanged freaking numbers. Chronos-sensei was just rambling on before my phone vibrated in my pocket. I smiled sheepishly at the three students sat near me, Alexis, Syrus and Hassleberry, before I pulled my phone out. None of them said anything, instead they just read the message. I know a smile crept onto my lips when I read the name.

Judai

Hey, Jay. So, I'm back. After class, meet me on the roof. I'll explain everything.

I'm pretty sure Alexis raised an eyebrow and Hassleberry asked me who "Judai" was. But, I didn't need to explain. The bell went and I jolted from my seat and legged it out of there. Thank Ra he's back. No more boring days! I get to talk to an interesting guy, who is another version of me, again! I should've paid attention while running though... I smacked into someone and we both fell to the floor. I heard a phone slip across the floor and a slight gasp and curse. Then my eyes gave me a sight I never wanted to see. Jesse. I had slammed into Jesse of all people! Thanks world. The green eyes of the Northerner glared at me and we both broke into an argument. His accent was pretty thick then, guess it got thicker when he was angry.

"Watch where you're goin'!"

"You watch where you're going, jerk!"

"You're the one who smacked inta me. Don't go blamin' me!"

God I wanted to punch him. But, his attention went elsewhere as his phone had vibrated. He shot me a glare before he got up from the floor and walked over to where his phone had slid. He brushed it off gently and flicked it open before something unexpected showed up. He smiled. Now, I had never seen him smile. So this was extremely rare. But, when I saw it I couldn't really feel much hatred. It was a warm smile and I guess it was kinda cute... Hoo boy, I should stop there. Anyway, he pressed his phone's lid over and closed it before he looked over to me. I noticed his smile fade a bit, but he was struggling to hide it. Then, three unexpected words came from him.

"I'm sorry, Jaden."

I sat there, surprised and confused. First thing that I thought? Who are you and where's Jesse? Like seriously. He never apologises to me. Never. It was so weird. But now I couldn't help but be curious. Who messaged him to make his attitude change so much? I didn't have time to ask since he tucked his phone in his pocket and ran off in the direction of the docks. I raised a brow, but I wanted to see Judai. I ignored it for now and pushed myself from the floor before I ran to the roof. I couldn't wait to see him again.

Jesse's POV

I broke into a fight with Jaden for a while after he slammed into me while running. I can't believe he had the nerve to blame me! Though, I couldn't help but crack a smile when I got a message from Johan. So he was back? Thank Ra. I needed someone around to keep my mind off things. The way Jaden just sat there, watching me as I read the message was kinda creepy. Not to mention the words that slipped from my lips. Even after I had this rush of hatred slip through me when I turned and looked at him. Hell, I knew my smile faded.

"I'm sorry, Jaden."

Like, what the hell? I actually apologised to that jerk? I noticed the surprise and confusion in his gaze and expression now and I just ignored it. I remembered where Johan requested to meet me and replayed the message in my mind. It was going to be fun to see him again, no doubt.

Johan

Hey, Jess. I'm back! Okay, so meet me at the docks and I'll tell ya everything! Also, be prepared. It's going to be pretty damn wild.

Honestly, he was quite an interesting guy. I had slipped my phone in my pocket before I just ran off to where I was to meet Johan, the docks. I didn't really care about Jaden right then and there, I needed to see Johan. His world seemed so much more interesting than mine. I guess it was because he told me about what everyone was like and what they've all been through. Not to mention the fact that he was allowed a permanent transfer to his Duel Academy. It was both awesome and weird. Why would he want a permanent transfer? Was there someone he liked being around there? Eh, maybe it was just because he went through so much at Duel Academy. I kinda want a permanent transfer here, but I've doubted it for now.

When I saw Johan sat at the edge of the docks, I instantly forgot about what happened with Jaden in the halls. I walked over and tapped him on the shoulder. He smiled slightly and looked up at me before he gestured for me to sit down next to him. I guess we were going to be here for a while. As time slipped by during our conversation, my mind picked up on tons of interesting things that happened to him during his time there. There was an attack on Obelisk Blue, which resulted in him and tons of other students having to stay longer than anticipated. They had to clear the whole place up. It was a miracle that they managed to get it done in four days.

While he talked about what happened, I totally forgot about everything. All the crap that happened here and the whole fact that Jaden and I had a rude encounter, again. But when he stopped talking and looked to me, I felt everything rush back with just a simple question he asked.

"What's been happening here while I was gone?"

I fell silent and looked at my reflection in the water. I tapped the liquid with the tip of my boot and remained quiet for a while before Johan turned away and mumbled something in Japanese, though I did hear exactly what he said.

"Wakarimasu...(1)" He paused for a while before he spoke again, still in Japanese. "Watashi wa tazunemasen.(2)"

"Det er i orden.(3)" I replied quietly. I don't know how, but I understood what he said, maybe because I've been around him for a while? He knew what I said as well, as he just nodded and looked at the horizon.

We fell into an awkward silence before I finally spoke up again. I had flipped my phone open and checked the time, noticing how late it had gotten.

"Dritt..." I unintentionally spoke in Norwegian, again. "Det er sa sent...!(4)"

Johan chuckled and gestured to the Obelisk Blue dorms with a simple jerk of his head. He was easily saying "go ahead." with just that motion. I nodded quietly and thanked him in one way I knew he'd be comfortable with.

"Arigato..."

I noticed a large smile slip onto his lips before he got up and offered his hand to me. I took it which resulted in him hauling me up to my feet. I grinned before I looked at the setting sun. I know that tomorrow was going to be just that little bit more interesting now... After all, Johan's back. Everything in his world is just that tad bit more intriguing. I couldn't wait to hear more...

Whew! Chapter 3 of Friend or Foe done! I hope you liked this chapter.

(1) - I understand.

(2) - I won't ask.

(3) - It's fine.

(4) - It's so late...! - This and 3 are just rough translations from what friends of mine from Norway have said to me. If it's wrong, please feel free to tell me the correct translation so I can make it more accurate!