Sophie opened her eyes, she was nowhere, floating in the middle of the space but there were no planets but starts all around her. Despite everything being dark the black haired could still see her body as if she was generating light.
¨What is this place?¨ Her voice echoed, but there was not a single person to hear it. The girl tried to swim in the nothingness of that space, but it was impossible to move because whenever Sophie tried to do something she spun around.
The student felt a strange force pushing her to the front, the stars moving incredibly fast until she saw something weird. There was a temple, made of stone and with an unusual glow. The force that kept her moving made Sophie land on a platform that had a staircase on the front that led to another floor. It was strange but the only possible way to go so the girl had to follow her instinct and move up.
Once on the next floor she saw the same, another platform but with something in particular on the in the middle of it: A table with two chairs, and only one of them was occupied.
¨What the…¨ The student whispered and stood there, waiting that the person by the table to talk or do something.
¨Do not be afraid Sophie¨ A shiver was sent down her spine after hearing her name. The female voice was soothing despite all of her surroundings being a complete mystery for her ¨Please have a sit, I am sure you would be happy if you received a few answers¨
There was nothing else to do, she followed the woman's orders and got closer to sit on the empty chair. It was a strange sight, a woman with purple skin, golden eyes and a horn on her forehead. Her hair and dress were long as they touched the ground and shared the same white-silverish color. In front of her were two teacups and a teapot, quite weird to have this drink on the middle of nowhere.
¨I… I don't understand¨
¨Let us start from the beginning then¨ The strange woman grabbed the teapot and poured the dark liquid into both teacups; before Sophie asked for sugar a small box appeared which this new person opened and grabbed a pair of white cubes, dropping them onto her cup ¨I am an entity, something that you can see from your world when looking at the night, known in many cultures by different names but the one that you should call me is First Star¨
¨First Star? Like… the sun?¨ The student grabbed a cube of sugar and threw it into her cup, still unable to understand anything at all.
¨Yes, but I was born when the first light appeared in existence¨ The First Star took a sip from her tea ¨I've been following you Sophie, when you joined the academy you seemed like a normal girl, but there was something in you that makes you different: Determination, hope, and even the will to save others from danger, even if that means risking your own life¨
The sable haired girl knew what the woman meant, she saved Ahri from a possible death and in exchange she died, or so it seemed since this place didn't look like heaven or anything similar ¨I mean… I can understand that last part, but the others… you sure you got the right girl? I mean, it's my second day there¨
¨I am far from being mistaken Sophie. But to clear any doubt, you are not dead. Luck was in your favor and you were saved, while we are here your body is still working as usual¨
¨That's… reassuring¨ The tone in the student's voice wasn't too enthusiastic ¨So… next question: Why am I here?¨
¨Many things, one of them to explain you the dire situation the universe is in and how you can avoid the destruction of every light in existence¨ Sophie slowly nodded her head, this conversation was going to be interesting, real or not ¨When the first light in the universe was created so was the darkness, two complete opposites that have to be kept in balance. The darkness always seeks to consume the stars and destroy all the light that has ever existed, that is why the true embodiment of darkness or Dark Star uses minions to fulfill his objective¨
¨So this is a light versus darkness scenario, correct?¨ The horned woman nodded ¨So I take I can save the universe… how?¨
¨By becoming a protector of the light¨ The First Star moved her hand in the air and an ethereal figure made of constellations appeared, standing on her palm. It was a woman with a sword and a shield, in her chest a small star but instead of being white it was golden ¨Just how the Dark Star has minions following its orders, I also have some people who can stop the darkness from taking over, they are known as the Star Guardians¨
¨Star Guardians?! So… the girls I saw at the academy are-¨
¨Indeed, people who fight in the name of the First Star¨ The woman nodded and closed her hand, making the figure disappear ¨That is how you will save the universe, become part of this team of Star Guardians and vanquish the forces of darkness so balance can return¨
¨But… I don't have any superpowers like those girls at the academy! You better find someone who can do a better job at this¨ She was about to stand up but the woman held her hand, stopping her before leaving the table. Her touch was different than expected, a sensation hard to describe but it gave her hope, happiness, the complete opposite of the empty void that was surrounding them.
¨I chose you because I know you can help with this battle. It is a duty that no one else will be able to do but those that have the will for it¨ The First Star's hand broke contact with Sophie's and looked at her in the eyes ¨No person starts knowing everything, you will train and become a proper Star Guardian, there is a team behind you who will help you know your true potential. There are many questions that are still in your mind, but those will be answered by your fellow guardians and your familiar¨
¨Familiar? Y-you mean… an animal or something?¨ The student knew people like witches had companions and that thing only happened in those tales or the animes she used to watch. For a moment she felt happy, this kind of things would never happen due to their imaginary nature but considering she saw a flying creature attack the academy, the Star Guardians and also this strange place, Sophie began to understand everything was real ¨But I don't have a pet…¨
¨Then you will probably be in for a surprise¨ The First Star said and smiled ¨You know everything you need for now, your companions will inform you better of everything else. I count on you, and so will the rest of the Star Guardians¨
Slowly everything started to disappear, the table, chairs, the First Star even the platform she was in. Unlike last time she wasn't floating, instead gravity was pulling the girl towards Earth, she felt tired and felt the need to close her eyes to sleep.
…
From behind the pillar Reginald saw that Sophie had a protective shield around her, given by the pink-haired Star Guardian. Despite not getting killed the impact from the projectile she got pushed to the pillar to which Taliyah, Ezreal and Ren dragged her back to safety.
¨You ok?¨ The student asked but Sophie was still shocked ¨Soph!¨ The raven haired girl immediately nodded her head, without saying anything else ¨What were you thinking when you went out there!?¨
¨Give her a break, she was about to die, don't expect-¨
Taliyah got interrupted when they all saw Ahri scream as she ran away for cover. After that `demonstration of valor´ everyone's eyes turned to the battle. The two Star Guardians used their abilities to stop the flying creature from doing any more harm, at first it tried to escape but a combined effort from those two girls the monster was defeated and disappeared, turning into dust.
All of the students came out of their hiding places and cheered their defenders, who after a smile and a waving of their hands they left. Some tried to follow them while the others were just going to check on their fellow students who might be injured after this battle. However the words `fellow students´ meant that everyone would check if Ahri was ok; no one but Taliyah, Ezreal and Reginald pulled Sophie out of there, giving her some space to breath and recover from what happened before.
¨Attention all students, considering the events that happened recently, today's classes will be dismissed. Everyone must return to their homes, as for the teachers come to the auditorium for a talk¨ The voice of the principal was heard all of the academy through the speakers, a lot of students cheered considering that they would have the rest of the day off, despite everyone being a participant in this terrifying situation.
Once outside, this group of four students looked at the horde of fellow members of the academy leaving. They were focused on Sophie who hasn't spoken a single word ever since she got attacked.
¨You think she'll be fine?¨ Ezreal asked as his blue eyes turned to both Taliyah and Reginald.
¨I guess…¨ The brown haired answered, crossing his arms and looking back to his friend ¨Must've been horrible being in that situation¨
¨Almost being killed…¨ The tanned girl sighed ¨This is your first experience of a monster attack¨
¨Yeah… let's hope this doesn't repeat once again¨ Ren tapped Sophie´s shoulder ¨Come on, I'll take you home, let's try not to mention this to our parents ok?¨ Once again the sable haired girl nodded, still silent after all this time.
(Later that day, around 7pm)
Lux was sitting on the swing, going back and forth and looking at the darkened sky. She looked at the phone, it was quite late and staying any longer would make her family worry. After the day at the academy she was wearing a long sleeved blue shirt and a skirt sharing the similar color along with a pair of black knee socks.
Before she could notice the blonde from the library appeared along with Lulu and Poppy, but there was still a person missing.
¨Where is Jinx?¨ Lux asked, standing from the swing just so Lulu and her pet could sit.
¨She said she was coming¨ Poppy answered, sitting on the other swing at the side of Lulu ¨So why keep the secret? Couldn't you tell us on the phone?¨
¨I'm a bit worried, what happened today at the academy… the monster I feel as if somebody is watching us¨
¨You two handled it pretty well without our help¨ Janna spoke up, looking at the sky ¨Maybe it is a sign that the darkness is making a move once again?¨
¨Pix thinks those creatures will attack again¨ Lulu mentioned her pet, now sitting on top of her head, an unknown furry animal with wings and a star on the forehead, if it weren't for the fact that it was moving it could easily be mistaken by a plush toy.
¨I still think about the theory that you had Lux. Maybe someone knows the true identities of the Star Guardians, we might be in danger¨Poppy looked down but she was frowning, still thinking about what happened this day.
¨If they knew then our families and friends would've been attacked already. What happened today was a taunt and also to test the waters¨ The girl from third year commented as she let Zephyr land on her shoulder.
¨Test the waters? How so?¨ The blonde student asked, raising one of her golden brows
¨If the Star Guardians aren't there when there is an attack, it means that either they were destroyed or dismissed by the First Star. Considering we are still here then the Dark Star knows it has to reinforce its monsters¨
During this conversation the cyan haired rebel came into scene, with two flying creatures around her, one of them was black while the other one white ¨So what did I miss my fellow companions?¨
¨Nothing really¨ Lux turned to the newcomer and then to the rest of the group ¨Well, now that we are all here I can properly discuss this: I felt something weird, a calling to this place at this time. I know you answered my call when I told you I had these… strange feelings¨
¨Maybe a new discovery?¨ Poppy asked ¨Maybe we'll hear from the First Star. Aside from the first time¨
¨Our someone that will help us…¨ Janna muttered and everyone looked at her just to notice the blue crystal eyes from the girl on third grade were aiming directly at the sky.
The rest did the same and looked at something in particular. The dark sky was lit when a falling star appeared, it had a green glow and it was going directly to the outskirts of Valoran City. From there they were able to see a person as the star was getting closer to the ground. None seemed to recognize the person except for the rebel who jumped on top of the leader's shoulders just to have a better look.
¨Wait a second! I know that girl¨ Everyone turned their eyes to Jinx ¨She sits on the desk to my right… I can't believe it!¨ She laughed and jumped off Lux's shoulder, making the blonde almost fall ¨Why did the First Star choose someone like that prick?¨
¨The First Star is always right, if she was chosen then it must be important¨ The leader massaged her shoulders ¨You know what to do, tell her to come to us. We will have to prepare ourselves for a barrage of questions probably¨ She sighed ¨Well, time to go, my parents are probably telling my brother to find me¨
As everyone left only Jinx was the last member there, she grabbed both of the flying pets and hugged them ¨Shiro, Kuro, don't be afraid, we will have a new friend to make fun of. This will be a nice year for the Star Guardians!¨ With that said the student walked away from the park, still hugging her familiars as a maniac grin appeared on her face.
And that's how it's solved.
I always had the idea that Soraka was the First Star, then when Riot announced that she would become a SG my idea just... well crumbled, BUT NOT FOR LONG! You see, Soraka is still the First Star and now Sophie takes Soraka's place as a SG, which means that if Ahri's team appears they would only have 4 people. Ah but don't worry, I have a nice idea for it.
Also bear in mind that this story is one year before the new Star Guardians, so this means that most of the characters are in second year, while Janna and Lulu are in third and first respectively.
Next chapter will be interesting since Sophie will have to deal with a strange visitor as well as meeting her new comrades.
But I don't want to spoil too much, I like how this story is going, but need to take my time to write everything, until then I bid farewell, but before I go I want to remind everyone of the Discord server that we have on Fanfiction, join us at Discord dot gg / UpMHen3
With that being said I leave with these words:
See you in the next chapter ;)
