Disclaimer:
I don't own anything about Digimon. No money is being made and no copyright or
trademark infringement is intended.
Author Notes:
New Chapter!!!! Question, why is it coming out so fast? Well for one I want to finish this
entire story before I continue writing On The Line. Next if anyone notice the length of each
chapter isn't as long as On The Line so it's easier to pop out each chapter.
However also this story is going to be short so I don't have to go so deep into developing
character. Next it's a practice on the First person writing style to see if I can do it.
So please if anyone is confused tell me how I can improve things.
Also readers have noticed that the characteristics of Rika and Henry is different, the reason is
this is a AU story. I need Rika and Henry to act a certain way for the story to work. That
isn't saying that they aren't part of the characters too though. Because I always saw Rika as
the perfectionist, she wanted to be the best the perfect trainer. Henry was a bit more laid
back, more responsible but laid back. Also the glasses thing? Yeah in this story Rika wears
glasses, I thought it would help add more character to her being a perfectionist.
**********
squishybookworm :
Well thank you I'm hoping to work on adding more humour to the story but I'll have to see.
As for personality I always saw Rika as the perfectionist because she wanted to be the perfect
trainer the best. Henry was more laid back, he wanted to enjoy his time with Terriermon, even
though he was more responsible I thought he was still more laid back.
Sorato4ever :
Um... Neatish, neatish... Nope not a word... However thank you for liking the story. Rika's
perfectionist attitude is not a real disease it's just her personality she wants to be perfect.
You'll figure out the reason why or it'll be revealed to you in future chapters.
me :
Terriermon in Henry's character... Hm... That's a good point I never figure that but I think you
might be right! Enjoy this chapter!
blucherry :
Thank you I hope you like this chapter, I'll try to keep updating everyday as much as I can. Oh
and in this story Rika does wear glasses. I thought it would help add more character for her being
a perfectionist.
littleweirdwriter :
Actually in psychology it's explained as situation presents. Have you ever had that test where you
took while you were dead tired but you Aced it? Well that's because most likely when you studied
you were dead tired so you were in the same situation as when you took the test. It all comes
down to that it is the same pencil or pen that you used when you studied so you are in the same
situation... Oh and thanks for the luck, heres another chapter.
ice-princess :
Thank you for your praise... Um... What's confusing how it's written or the fact that Henry is the
perfectionist? If it's how it's written please tell me how I can improve. If it's Henry being the
perfectionist, that's because I always saw Rika as the person that is more the perfectionist, Henry
was more laid back not willing to fight, he was only uptight when it comes to his responsibility but
not everything else like Rika was.
Takako :
Yep another Henrika, I'll see about diverging into other areas later. On The Line will be continued
after Finals when I have a lot more time. Right now I'm just doing this because it's a bit easier.
**********
Please tell me what I can improve on!
**********
Perfect : Chapter 3/?
********
I got to my class sweating a few strands of my hair fell out of its ponytail, my glasses were
all fogged up from being outside and rushing into the warm building. Swinging the door open I
got odd looks from everyone in the class as of the state I was in. Groaning inwards I glanced
at the clock hanging on the wall to confirm my suspicion.
That Jerk, he tricked me, I was completely early for class!
Angrily I stomped to my seat putting my school bag down I began to try to put my entire
appearance in order. My mind whirled with different ways of getting even with Henry from
dipping him head first into a boiling vat of oil to building a huge catapult and shooting him
towards North America.
The door slid open calmly revealing Henry whistling an innocent tune as he took his seat behind
me.
"I think you are scum."
If the sound of my voice was poisonous everyone in the room would be dead.
"Oh come on Rika you fell right into it," said Henry amused.
"You set your watch twenty minutes ahead," I growled, "I came to class sweaty and panting, that
was completely sneaky and so... So..."
"Brilliant," finished Henry grinning.
"Childish," I corrected carefully pushing a few strands of hair behind my ear I raised my nose
slightly.
I decided that I would give Henry the silent treatment till the end of the first period.
But before Henry could give a retort the classroom's door slid open allowing the teacher to
enter.
Clearing his throat the teacher opened his suitcase pulling out the class's marked assignments,
carefully he began to hand them out while giving a running comment.
Henry slouched back on his seat casually, "You know you should really lay back for a bit Rika
one day your veins are going to pop from the stress of needing everything perfect."
Flicking my hair back at Henry I kept my attention to the front of the class.
I was totally not going to talk to him for the entire class, no matter what he did that stupid
juvenile, childish, jerk.
Mr. Tencahi started down the seats through the class, "Kazu and Ryo there is a standard in this
school, even though you two are the star players for every sports team in the school it doesn't
mean you guys can slack off."
Geez Mr. Tencahi doesn't have to be that mean to Ryo, I mean he does sports, isn't that enough?
Continuing on his journey Mr. Tenchai continued to hand out the papers back, "Kenta good job as
usual your paper is very well done, are you sure I can't tempt you to skip this grade for a more
challenging grade? Juri good job, but I want you to watch your facts; it's a bit obscure.
Takato, you may not be the smartest person in the class but I think you can have a mark
improvement if you worked a little longer on your projects. Rika as usual an A plus, keep this
up and you might be able to give Kenta a run for his money."
I beamed happily at the teacher; my perfect four point GPA was so for sure this year.
Mr. Tenchai stopped at Henry's desk handing the paper back, "Henry... Well Henry I'm impressed
this A plus shows you are intelligent after all, now if you can apply yourself everyday like
this you might be one of the top students instead of being only a mediocre one.
Henry grinned at the teacher when he accepted the paper, "But Mr. Tenchai don't you know that
the world wants more mediocre people that think like robots? I'm mean whose going to teach the
new generation if everyone excelled?"
Okay I couldn't help it but I started to giggle, Henry never knew when to just shut up, he
always tried to see how much he could get away with.
Glaring at Henry Mr. Tenchai grumbled as he stalked away.
Glancing back at Henry I whispered, "You should really ease up Henry one day your going to push
things a bit too far."
Okay so I said I wasn't going to talk to him but it was hard, try ignoring your best friend that
you've known your entire life for a few minutes... It just doesn't happen, it's like cutting
off a part of yourself.
Henry grinned as he flipped through the pages of his essay.
**********
"I thought we would never get out of there," commented Henry pulling up his bag's shoulder strap
he walked along side with me towards the cafeteria.
"It was definitely a bit longer then usual," I agreed, glancing at my watch I noticed I was a
minute late.
Noticing my attention was on my watch Henry grinned, "So how much are you late by?"
"Only a minute," I shrugged, "I can make it up I'll just eat a bit faster."
Reaching the cafeteria we walked to our usual table, one of the few concessions that I had won
from Henry was the right to sit at the same table every lunch period. Henry however was able to
create small chaos by not allowing me to sit in the same seat at the table everyday.
Pulling out our lunches Henry started to attack an apple, while I as always started with my
normal Friday lunch, teriyaki vegetable rice bowl, I'm a vegetarian.
My mind wandered as I looked around the room trying to find a person; suddenly I realized that
Henry was staring at me while he chewed on his apple.
I carefully put down my rice bowl and wiped my mouth with a napkin, "What is it Henry?"
My words seemed to jolt Henry awake shaking his head he looked back down at his food, "Nothing,
just thinking..."
Whoah, Henry thinking? He usually never thought when he ate... He was usually just a big
eating machine, you know the type that was on Sesame Street.. What's his name Cookie Monster?
Except for all food, that was Henry eating pounds of food but never gain any, stupid
genetics... However that isn't the point, the point is he was thinking of something else when
he was eating, this is a new one.
I raised an eyebrow, "Trying to figure out more ways how to ruin my day?"
Henry looked up his face surprisingly serious for a second.
For some apparent reason the look he gave me made me uncomfortable. Like he was sad or
something... Like I did something wrong...
I was about to apologise but Henry spoke before I could, "Yeah you got me. Hey Rika... I was
wondering..."
However my attention was diverted however by my crush, "Look at him..."
There he was beautiful brown hair all spiky his bright crystal blue eyes shone brightly as if
you can see into heaven. Ryo Akiyama the boy that had every girl including me chasing after
him. He was sitting with his best friend Kazu who was also the heartthrob for all the girls but
me in the school.
"Oh please," grumbled Henry under his breath as he bit into his apple savagely.
"His perfect isn't he?" I asked dreamily.
Okay when it comes to Ryo Akiyama... Perfect Ryo Akiyama I sort of grow stupid, it's nothing
bad it's what happens when you're in love right?
"Sure if you like his type," shrugged Henry.
His type? What the heck did that mean? His type? Ryo Akiyama's type was gorgeous, he was the
most beautiful and perfect boy I ever laid my eyes on.
"His type?" I asked.
"You do know that he is half-brain dead," snickered Henry.
Brain dead? How dare he?
I slapped Henry on the arm, "He is not."
Henry grinned, "Right that is why he is still having problems spelling his name."
Okay he had me there; Ryo like Kazu wasn't the brightest bulb in the world...
"Rika he doesn't even light up if he was a light bulb," laughed Henry.
Oh I hated how he could read my thoughts.
I rolled her eyes, "You are so jealous of Ryo."
Henry sat up indignant, "I am not."
Struck a nerve didn't I Henry old boy?
Flicking Henry ear, I laughed, "Henry Wong is jealous!"
Henry laughed as he tried to bat my hand away, his face lit up just like when we were little,
he always looked really happy when we did this...
"Henry Wong is jeal..."
Suddenly a voice cut in, "Who is Henry jealous of?"
I froze suddenly as did Henry who was trying to bat my hand away... That wasn't who I thought
it was... Was it? Turning slowly there stood the perfect boy; dressed in all the right fashion
his bright blue eyes seemed to draw me in. I would stare into those eyes if I could for the
rest of my life.
"Ergh... Henry is jealous of... Me?" I stuttered.
Jealous of me? Could I say anything more stupid? That was the problem I always became tongue
tied when Ryo was around.
Covering his eyes with his hand Henry shook his head, "Smooth Rika," muttered Henry.
Like you're helping Henry?
Opening my mouth again I tried to fix the brain dead response that I gave, "You know because I'm
smart and well stuff..."
Smart and well stuff? What the heck response is that? Apparently I could say something more
stupid, okay officially I'm brain dead, who cares about my four point GPA I can't even speak
today. Language is off-line. I'm talking about red lights blinking smoke smelling off-line.
Henry still having his hand covered his face from Ryo turned to me, "And stuff?" he mouthed.
Yeah well you're not helping creep.
Ryo's face creased as his brain worked, Ryo always looked cute when he thinks, "Well he has a
lot to be jealous of... Ergh... Rika right?"
He knew my name! Ryo knew my name.
Henry tried to cover his laughter by coughing into his hand.
"Right," I was able to squeak out.
"Well I see you around then... I have to head to class with all those numbers," smiled Ryo as
if proud of himself.
"You mean math," said Henry dryly.
Shut up Henry!
Ryo's smile grew larger as his face became animated with happiness, "Right math... Numbers cool
huh?"
Henry rolled his eyes, "Delightful."
Why was he being like that? Why was Henry being so rude?
Glaring at Henry I kicked his shin under the table.
Henry bit his tongue, "Owe."
Ha! Take that you rude chaotic mongrel!
Not noticing Henry pain, Ryo waved while he walked out of the cafeteria.
"That hurt," complained Henry.
Duh... It was suppose to Henry that is why it is called a kick.
I jabbed a finger at Henry, "You were so rude."
"I'm sorry if I couldn't help gag at how you were acting and wonder how he could be so brain
dead yet be in the same grade as us," Henry retorted his face showing slightly annoyed.
That was sorta weird, if I didn't know any better, I would swear that Henry was jealous. But
Henry wasn't the jealous type usually he was cool as cucumber, never getting bothered by
anything.
"Jea-lous," I said evenly.
"Brain-dead," said Henry dryly.
I sighed, that didn't matter Ryo knew my name, "His cute though."
"Ugh, okay that is it, I have to get away from here because it's killing me," said Henry pushing
back his tray he gathered his things.
I smiled at Henry it was hard staying angry with him, "I'll see you in math."
Henry smiled briefly at me before he cleared his face as if he was brain-dead, "Uh... You mean
the class with numbers?"
Okay that is too far, I threw my orange at Henry in response.
**********
~Ooh... A button push it and see what happens.~
I don't own anything about Digimon. No money is being made and no copyright or
trademark infringement is intended.
Author Notes:
New Chapter!!!! Question, why is it coming out so fast? Well for one I want to finish this
entire story before I continue writing On The Line. Next if anyone notice the length of each
chapter isn't as long as On The Line so it's easier to pop out each chapter.
However also this story is going to be short so I don't have to go so deep into developing
character. Next it's a practice on the First person writing style to see if I can do it.
So please if anyone is confused tell me how I can improve things.
Also readers have noticed that the characteristics of Rika and Henry is different, the reason is
this is a AU story. I need Rika and Henry to act a certain way for the story to work. That
isn't saying that they aren't part of the characters too though. Because I always saw Rika as
the perfectionist, she wanted to be the best the perfect trainer. Henry was a bit more laid
back, more responsible but laid back. Also the glasses thing? Yeah in this story Rika wears
glasses, I thought it would help add more character to her being a perfectionist.
**********
squishybookworm :
Well thank you I'm hoping to work on adding more humour to the story but I'll have to see.
As for personality I always saw Rika as the perfectionist because she wanted to be the perfect
trainer the best. Henry was more laid back, he wanted to enjoy his time with Terriermon, even
though he was more responsible I thought he was still more laid back.
Sorato4ever :
Um... Neatish, neatish... Nope not a word... However thank you for liking the story. Rika's
perfectionist attitude is not a real disease it's just her personality she wants to be perfect.
You'll figure out the reason why or it'll be revealed to you in future chapters.
me :
Terriermon in Henry's character... Hm... That's a good point I never figure that but I think you
might be right! Enjoy this chapter!
blucherry :
Thank you I hope you like this chapter, I'll try to keep updating everyday as much as I can. Oh
and in this story Rika does wear glasses. I thought it would help add more character for her being
a perfectionist.
littleweirdwriter :
Actually in psychology it's explained as situation presents. Have you ever had that test where you
took while you were dead tired but you Aced it? Well that's because most likely when you studied
you were dead tired so you were in the same situation as when you took the test. It all comes
down to that it is the same pencil or pen that you used when you studied so you are in the same
situation... Oh and thanks for the luck, heres another chapter.
ice-princess :
Thank you for your praise... Um... What's confusing how it's written or the fact that Henry is the
perfectionist? If it's how it's written please tell me how I can improve. If it's Henry being the
perfectionist, that's because I always saw Rika as the person that is more the perfectionist, Henry
was more laid back not willing to fight, he was only uptight when it comes to his responsibility but
not everything else like Rika was.
Takako :
Yep another Henrika, I'll see about diverging into other areas later. On The Line will be continued
after Finals when I have a lot more time. Right now I'm just doing this because it's a bit easier.
**********
Please tell me what I can improve on!
**********
Perfect : Chapter 3/?
********
I got to my class sweating a few strands of my hair fell out of its ponytail, my glasses were
all fogged up from being outside and rushing into the warm building. Swinging the door open I
got odd looks from everyone in the class as of the state I was in. Groaning inwards I glanced
at the clock hanging on the wall to confirm my suspicion.
That Jerk, he tricked me, I was completely early for class!
Angrily I stomped to my seat putting my school bag down I began to try to put my entire
appearance in order. My mind whirled with different ways of getting even with Henry from
dipping him head first into a boiling vat of oil to building a huge catapult and shooting him
towards North America.
The door slid open calmly revealing Henry whistling an innocent tune as he took his seat behind
me.
"I think you are scum."
If the sound of my voice was poisonous everyone in the room would be dead.
"Oh come on Rika you fell right into it," said Henry amused.
"You set your watch twenty minutes ahead," I growled, "I came to class sweaty and panting, that
was completely sneaky and so... So..."
"Brilliant," finished Henry grinning.
"Childish," I corrected carefully pushing a few strands of hair behind my ear I raised my nose
slightly.
I decided that I would give Henry the silent treatment till the end of the first period.
But before Henry could give a retort the classroom's door slid open allowing the teacher to
enter.
Clearing his throat the teacher opened his suitcase pulling out the class's marked assignments,
carefully he began to hand them out while giving a running comment.
Henry slouched back on his seat casually, "You know you should really lay back for a bit Rika
one day your veins are going to pop from the stress of needing everything perfect."
Flicking my hair back at Henry I kept my attention to the front of the class.
I was totally not going to talk to him for the entire class, no matter what he did that stupid
juvenile, childish, jerk.
Mr. Tencahi started down the seats through the class, "Kazu and Ryo there is a standard in this
school, even though you two are the star players for every sports team in the school it doesn't
mean you guys can slack off."
Geez Mr. Tencahi doesn't have to be that mean to Ryo, I mean he does sports, isn't that enough?
Continuing on his journey Mr. Tenchai continued to hand out the papers back, "Kenta good job as
usual your paper is very well done, are you sure I can't tempt you to skip this grade for a more
challenging grade? Juri good job, but I want you to watch your facts; it's a bit obscure.
Takato, you may not be the smartest person in the class but I think you can have a mark
improvement if you worked a little longer on your projects. Rika as usual an A plus, keep this
up and you might be able to give Kenta a run for his money."
I beamed happily at the teacher; my perfect four point GPA was so for sure this year.
Mr. Tenchai stopped at Henry's desk handing the paper back, "Henry... Well Henry I'm impressed
this A plus shows you are intelligent after all, now if you can apply yourself everyday like
this you might be one of the top students instead of being only a mediocre one.
Henry grinned at the teacher when he accepted the paper, "But Mr. Tenchai don't you know that
the world wants more mediocre people that think like robots? I'm mean whose going to teach the
new generation if everyone excelled?"
Okay I couldn't help it but I started to giggle, Henry never knew when to just shut up, he
always tried to see how much he could get away with.
Glaring at Henry Mr. Tenchai grumbled as he stalked away.
Glancing back at Henry I whispered, "You should really ease up Henry one day your going to push
things a bit too far."
Okay so I said I wasn't going to talk to him but it was hard, try ignoring your best friend that
you've known your entire life for a few minutes... It just doesn't happen, it's like cutting
off a part of yourself.
Henry grinned as he flipped through the pages of his essay.
**********
"I thought we would never get out of there," commented Henry pulling up his bag's shoulder strap
he walked along side with me towards the cafeteria.
"It was definitely a bit longer then usual," I agreed, glancing at my watch I noticed I was a
minute late.
Noticing my attention was on my watch Henry grinned, "So how much are you late by?"
"Only a minute," I shrugged, "I can make it up I'll just eat a bit faster."
Reaching the cafeteria we walked to our usual table, one of the few concessions that I had won
from Henry was the right to sit at the same table every lunch period. Henry however was able to
create small chaos by not allowing me to sit in the same seat at the table everyday.
Pulling out our lunches Henry started to attack an apple, while I as always started with my
normal Friday lunch, teriyaki vegetable rice bowl, I'm a vegetarian.
My mind wandered as I looked around the room trying to find a person; suddenly I realized that
Henry was staring at me while he chewed on his apple.
I carefully put down my rice bowl and wiped my mouth with a napkin, "What is it Henry?"
My words seemed to jolt Henry awake shaking his head he looked back down at his food, "Nothing,
just thinking..."
Whoah, Henry thinking? He usually never thought when he ate... He was usually just a big
eating machine, you know the type that was on Sesame Street.. What's his name Cookie Monster?
Except for all food, that was Henry eating pounds of food but never gain any, stupid
genetics... However that isn't the point, the point is he was thinking of something else when
he was eating, this is a new one.
I raised an eyebrow, "Trying to figure out more ways how to ruin my day?"
Henry looked up his face surprisingly serious for a second.
For some apparent reason the look he gave me made me uncomfortable. Like he was sad or
something... Like I did something wrong...
I was about to apologise but Henry spoke before I could, "Yeah you got me. Hey Rika... I was
wondering..."
However my attention was diverted however by my crush, "Look at him..."
There he was beautiful brown hair all spiky his bright crystal blue eyes shone brightly as if
you can see into heaven. Ryo Akiyama the boy that had every girl including me chasing after
him. He was sitting with his best friend Kazu who was also the heartthrob for all the girls but
me in the school.
"Oh please," grumbled Henry under his breath as he bit into his apple savagely.
"His perfect isn't he?" I asked dreamily.
Okay when it comes to Ryo Akiyama... Perfect Ryo Akiyama I sort of grow stupid, it's nothing
bad it's what happens when you're in love right?
"Sure if you like his type," shrugged Henry.
His type? What the heck did that mean? His type? Ryo Akiyama's type was gorgeous, he was the
most beautiful and perfect boy I ever laid my eyes on.
"His type?" I asked.
"You do know that he is half-brain dead," snickered Henry.
Brain dead? How dare he?
I slapped Henry on the arm, "He is not."
Henry grinned, "Right that is why he is still having problems spelling his name."
Okay he had me there; Ryo like Kazu wasn't the brightest bulb in the world...
"Rika he doesn't even light up if he was a light bulb," laughed Henry.
Oh I hated how he could read my thoughts.
I rolled her eyes, "You are so jealous of Ryo."
Henry sat up indignant, "I am not."
Struck a nerve didn't I Henry old boy?
Flicking Henry ear, I laughed, "Henry Wong is jealous!"
Henry laughed as he tried to bat my hand away, his face lit up just like when we were little,
he always looked really happy when we did this...
"Henry Wong is jeal..."
Suddenly a voice cut in, "Who is Henry jealous of?"
I froze suddenly as did Henry who was trying to bat my hand away... That wasn't who I thought
it was... Was it? Turning slowly there stood the perfect boy; dressed in all the right fashion
his bright blue eyes seemed to draw me in. I would stare into those eyes if I could for the
rest of my life.
"Ergh... Henry is jealous of... Me?" I stuttered.
Jealous of me? Could I say anything more stupid? That was the problem I always became tongue
tied when Ryo was around.
Covering his eyes with his hand Henry shook his head, "Smooth Rika," muttered Henry.
Like you're helping Henry?
Opening my mouth again I tried to fix the brain dead response that I gave, "You know because I'm
smart and well stuff..."
Smart and well stuff? What the heck response is that? Apparently I could say something more
stupid, okay officially I'm brain dead, who cares about my four point GPA I can't even speak
today. Language is off-line. I'm talking about red lights blinking smoke smelling off-line.
Henry still having his hand covered his face from Ryo turned to me, "And stuff?" he mouthed.
Yeah well you're not helping creep.
Ryo's face creased as his brain worked, Ryo always looked cute when he thinks, "Well he has a
lot to be jealous of... Ergh... Rika right?"
He knew my name! Ryo knew my name.
Henry tried to cover his laughter by coughing into his hand.
"Right," I was able to squeak out.
"Well I see you around then... I have to head to class with all those numbers," smiled Ryo as
if proud of himself.
"You mean math," said Henry dryly.
Shut up Henry!
Ryo's smile grew larger as his face became animated with happiness, "Right math... Numbers cool
huh?"
Henry rolled his eyes, "Delightful."
Why was he being like that? Why was Henry being so rude?
Glaring at Henry I kicked his shin under the table.
Henry bit his tongue, "Owe."
Ha! Take that you rude chaotic mongrel!
Not noticing Henry pain, Ryo waved while he walked out of the cafeteria.
"That hurt," complained Henry.
Duh... It was suppose to Henry that is why it is called a kick.
I jabbed a finger at Henry, "You were so rude."
"I'm sorry if I couldn't help gag at how you were acting and wonder how he could be so brain
dead yet be in the same grade as us," Henry retorted his face showing slightly annoyed.
That was sorta weird, if I didn't know any better, I would swear that Henry was jealous. But
Henry wasn't the jealous type usually he was cool as cucumber, never getting bothered by
anything.
"Jea-lous," I said evenly.
"Brain-dead," said Henry dryly.
I sighed, that didn't matter Ryo knew my name, "His cute though."
"Ugh, okay that is it, I have to get away from here because it's killing me," said Henry pushing
back his tray he gathered his things.
I smiled at Henry it was hard staying angry with him, "I'll see you in math."
Henry smiled briefly at me before he cleared his face as if he was brain-dead, "Uh... You mean
the class with numbers?"
Okay that is too far, I threw my orange at Henry in response.
**********
~Ooh... A button push it and see what happens.~
