Chapter 7
The Lessons Begin
"Where is Rowen," Kento complained.
"He said that he had to do something with his dad real fast and would join us later." Ryo said.
"We still have twenty minutes before school starts," Sage said. "That means Rowen still has five minutes to meet us before we walk to school without him."
"I wish we knew if the girls were going to good old Sakura No Han a High. Then maybe we could all walk together." Cye said.
"Wouldn't that be cool," Kento said happily.
"Remember what Rowen and I told you about the Ancient's message, we still have to train them to use their armors and powers. Even if they don't go to our school we have to find them." Ryo stated.
"Well, we will find out if they go to our school when we enter," Sage said.
"Oh, that's right. They always have that stupid assembly when new people come." Cye sighed.
"Hey, what are you all talking about," asked Rowen when he walked up.
"We were discussing the fact that we don't know if the girls go to our school or not and that we still have to train them." Sage replied.
"You would have known if you were here on time, Rowen," Kento snapped.
"Sorry. My dad had this important meeting today and he needed me to finish his latest test," Rowen replied.
"Yeah, sure," Kento laughed.
"Any way. We should get going," Ryo said. I hope the girls are going to be attending our school. It'll make finding them a lot easier. Not to mention it would be nice to see Munchkin a lot more.
When the girls arrived they were lead to the principals office. When they entered the office they saw another girl and Jaya's mom already talking to the principal. He then got up and greeted the new comers. "Hello you five I assume you are the other five exchange students," the principal said. "If you would please sit down I will explain what you are to do next." As they sat down the principal started to explain that they will be given a schedule and then introduced to the entire school in the gym. From there they would attend the first three classes then go to lunch and then attend the last two classes and dismiss from there. They were shocked that there were only five classes when they were used to seven, but they didn't complain. "So here are your schedules. Just go to the gym and wait behind the stage so I can introduce you. Mrs. Maxwell you will be introduced first and then led to your office. You will be the new gym coach. Gymnastics is during second period, while regular gym is during the rest. Thank you for filling in. Now lets go."
Everyone left the office and headed for the stage in the gym. There was a huge crowd piling into the gym bleachers. The girls were now getting real nervous. "You know what would be real cool," Penny said. "Is that if the guys were attending this school."
"Yeah," everyone agreed.
"There will be an assembly today. So please file into the gym. There will be six new students and a new teacher to be introduced." the principal's secretary said over the intercom.
"I wonder if the girls are among the new students," Cye said.
"If not I still hope some of them are girls," Sage chimed in.
"Hey, I thought you were hot for Sara," Kento taunted.
"I definitely wouldn't mind seeing her again," Sage blurted out.
"We will soon see if they are," Rowen said. "Here comes the principal."
"I hope he doesn't say that stupid joke again," Ryo sighed.
"I suppose you are all wondering why you are here, and there is a good answer too.....just let me think of one." the principal laughed. Unfortunately no one else did.
"I knew it. That joke gets worse and worse every time he says it," Kento cringed.
"I would like to introduce our new gym and gymnastics coach, Mrs. Maxwell," the principal announced.
"Thank you. I am coach Maxwell. I hope all of you girls will try out for the women's team. And you guys for the men's team. It is great fun." Jaya's mom said.
"Now here are the new students. Clarissa Codwell." the principal announced.
When this small blonde walked up to the principal she turned to face the crowd. "Hi. I am from California, USA. And I hope to make some friends here." Clarissa said.
"Next is Jaya Maxwell," he said.
She walked to the man turned around and blurted out, "Yes she is my mom, and I am happy to be here." She then turned and quickly walked off.
"Ok. The next is Penny Wood." he stated.
She casually walked to the guy and turned to the crowd then said, "Hello. I am from the US. That was my friend and she is really shy. We hope to become fast friends of everyone's. Thank you." Penny then turned and walked the way Jaya had ran.
"That was nice. Next we have Sara Jennings." the principal acknowledged.
She strolled over to the middle of the stage and sweetly said, "Hi guys. I am also from the US. I am a nice person and I would love to meet you all. Thanks." Sara smiled and turned the way the others had gone and walked off.
"Great. Next is Midget Mackenzie." he announced.
She walked calmly over to the principal. Turning, she smiled shyly at the crowd and said, "Hello, everyone. I am happy to be here. I hope to become friends with everyone. Thank you and have a nice day." Then she turned and walked off in the same direction the others had gone in.
"All right. Last is Munchkin O'Connor." the principal stated.
A tiny black haired girl softly walked over to the man and turned to the crowd with a timid grin and said, "Morning everyone. I am glad to be here. I hope to have many of you as friends. Thank you and have a good day." she then turned and left the stage the same way as the others.
At the end everyone cheered then quickly left to go to their second period classes. Five guys, however, stayed and waited for them.
"Hey, so you all do attend Han 'a' High," Kento stated.
"Obviously," Penny replied with a smirk.
"Let's see your schedules," each of the guys said to the girls.
"I have first hour Math, second hour Gymnastics, third hour Biology, fourth hour Language, and fifth hour is History." Penny said.
"We have Math, Biology, and History together." Kento said excitedly.
"I have first hour Advanced Biology, second hour Gymnastics, third hour Language, fourth hour Math, and fifth hour is History." Sara said.
"I have third, fourth, and fifth hours with you," exclaimed Sage.
"I have first hour Language, second hour Gymnastics, third hour Math, fourth hour Biology, and fifth hour History." Jaya stated.
"We have Language, Biology, and History together," Cye said happily.
"I have first hour Advanced Math, second hour Gymnastics, third hour Language, fourth hour Advanced Biology, and fifth hour History.," Midget informed them.
"Hey, we have Advanced Math, Advanced Biology, and History together," Rowen commented.
"I have first hour Advanced Math, second hour Gymnastics, third hour Language, fourth hour Biology, and fifth hour is History," Munchkin stated.
"Cool, we have first, third, and fifth hours together," Ryo replied.
"So can you guys show us where these classes are," asked Sara.
"All advanced stuff you will have to ask Rowen," Kento chirped.
"The rest of us can show you the classes you need when we aren't together," Sage said.
"The gym you know. For the others just follow us," Ryo said.
Following the guys the girls were showed where all of their classes were. They all ended up at the History room together and realized that that was the only class they all shared.
"Isn't that neat. We all have the same History class. That just happens to be my favorite," Kento said smiling.
"Only because you sit in the back and sleep," Sage retorted.
The others all began to laugh while Kento started to chase Sage around the halls.
"I guess we should all get to our first hour classes," Rowen said.
"Are you all going to get into trouble for being late," Midget asked.
"I wonder if they will believe that we were showing them to their classes," Cye said.
"They will don't worry. I will tell them," Jaya's mom said standing behind them.
"Aren't you supposed to be in class teaching," Jaya asked her mom.
"Actually, I am going to start second hour." she replied. "The principal is talking to the first hour students about some game they have tomorrow. The first hour is the basketball team."
"Well thank you for your help, Mrs. Maxwell," Cye said.
"Yes thank you," the others said together.
"No, thank you for helping my daughter and her friends again," she replied with a smile.
"I am Cye Mouri," Cye said.
"I am Sage Date," Sage said.
"I am Kento Rei Faun," Said Kento.
"I am Rowen Hashiba," Rowen stated.
"I am Ryo Sanada," said Ryo.
"Nice to meet you all again. I am glad to finally hear your names." she stated. "I wanted to thank you all again for last time. And please call me coach."
"Shh, mom," Jaya whispered to her mom.
"Let's just get you all to class now," coach Maxwell said.
They all went to their first hour classes and convinced their teaches that they had a good reason for being late with a little help from the new coach.
Penny went with Kento to Math class. The teacher wasn't pleased that they were late but didn't say anything since she knew Penny was the coach's daughter's friend. She had Penny sit in front of Kento. For once, Kento stayed awake the entire class period.
Sara went to Advanced Biology alone. She didn't mind, though. As soon as she was seated, she began to make friends with those around her. Her teacher was a young woman with a sunny attitude. Sara knew she was going to like the mornings. She couldn't help thinking about a certain blonde, however.
Sage went on to class alone. He took the half envious teasing from his class mates and the reproving look of his teacher with a grin. In his mind, however, a certain girl with light blonde hair kept reappearing. Sage looked at the cock and sighed, then started talking to some of his neighbors. Class was going to take forever.
Jaya and Cye went to Language class together. Both went a little pink when Jaya's Mom explained what happen and the teacher gave them a stern look. Their teacher was male and a bit strict, but he let it slide this time. Jaya was given a seat next to Cye, for which she was grateful. She knew that this wasn't going to be her favorite class of the day.
Midget, Rowen, Munchkin, and Ryo all went to Advanced Math class. The four were all together at the back of the classroom. Their teacher was a kind lady with a lively sense of humor. She forgave them for being late but picked on the girls. They were, after all, new students and had to show what they knew. Both looked at each other near the end of class and grinned. Already they could tell that they were going to like first hour.
Second hour for the girls had them in the gym, practicing their gymnastics. Coach Maxwell had them practicing while she went over all the rules and expectations she had with the rest of the class. Munchkin worked on her balance beam routine, especially on the dismount. Midget went through her floor routine, concentrating on her flips. Jaya worked on the rings. Penny ran through her vaults, working on her first flip. Sara was on the uneven bars, running through her program but concentrating on the dismount. They all went through two other routines, but they were taking it easy on their first day back at practice.
Penny and Kento met up again for Biology third hour. Both paid more attention to each other, and the clock, than they did the teacher.
Sara, Sage, Midget, Munchkin, and Ryo all met up in Language class. Sara sat in front of Sage. Munchkin and Midget sat in that order by Sara, and Ryo sat behind Munchkin. Midget divided her time between class and thinking of Rowen while the two pairs spent most of their time concentrating on each other.
Jaya sat in Math class, surprised at the number of people who sympathized with her. A few other girls had been through a similar experience. She was happy to be able to make so many new friends, but her thoughts kept wandering to Cye. Her attention was focused mainly on when she could get out of there so that she could see him again.
Cye and Rowen were together this hour. They each spent their time in class thinking about the girls they liked. Neither could wait for lunch to start.
Lunch arrived and the guys all went to their normal place, leading the girls to it. They pulled three tables together, then sat down to eat and talk. The girls
"So, where do you guys live," asked Ryo, looking at Munchkin.
"I live down the road the school is on, go six blocks down, turn right, and its the third house on the left. It is a small one story blue house on a two acre lot. There are woods right behind us." Munchkin replied.
"Hey, that's only a block away from where I live. Instead of going six I go five blocks down. I live with my grandma and White Blaze."
"Where are you living, Jaya," asked Cye.
"Oh, I live in a two story house in this nice little suburb. You go right on the street the school is on, go three blocks, turn left, and go down about half a block. It's a white house with a nice, medium size yard and a porch out front."
"Hey, that's close to my house and Cye's house," Kento said. "Just turn to the right instead of the left and go down five houses."
"Cool," Jaya and Penny chorused, smiling.
"I live in a two story house that is three doors down from Jaya," Penny explained. "Jaya's family inherited her house but mine bought ours. It is light blue and looks basically the same as every other house on the street."
Kento and Cye looked at each other, then grinned.
Sage looked over at Sara as she said, "I live in an apartment one block down from their street. The building is owned by my older brother Sammy. My parents, two younger brothers, and I all live in a duplex. It's only got three bedrooms, but my younger brothers are still young enough to think sharing a room is ok."
Rowen looked over at Midget. "Where are you living?"
Midget replied, "I live in a one story house with the Doc. Doc is my guardian. I've lived with him since my parents died when I was about 4 1/2. The house is green, has a small porch in the back, and a two car garage. The yard is about two acres and is fenced in. There is a forest at the back of the property. Me and Munchkin are neighbors, I live one house up from her."
"Hey, I live next to Ryo. That means we are practically neighbors. I live with my dad across the street from Ryo and his grandma." Rowen said happily.
"This is cool. Do you think we all could walk to school together?" Sara asked.
"We always do, so I don't see why not." Sage said.
"Cool," Penny stated.
"So how come you all came over here?" Kento asked.
"My father is a book writer and is researching the lives of ancient Emperors. It usually takes him about two years to write one book and he is writing a trilogy, so he decided just to move here," Sara replied.
"What about your mom," asked Sage.
"She is an international journalist so she has been here before and is always going somewhere else," she answered.
Penny said, "My dad is a big chef and is supposed to be starting a partnership with a Chinese restaurant owner."
Kento looked at the others in shock then said, "That is weird. My father is starting a partnership with an American chef. Your fathers name wouldn't be Taylor would it?"
"It sure is," she replied.
"You know about my mom, but not my dad. His father had a partnership with a man who owned a dojo here. Well, he passed away a few months ago and left my father his part of the partnership. Dad came over a few times to talk to the owner, my grandfather's partner's son-in-law. They decided that since my father teaches karate and the owner teaches kendo, they would try having my father teach their. That way the dojo can offer two different classes," Jaya explained.
"Your father wouldn't happen to be Duo, would it," Sage asked.
"Why, yes it is," Jaya replied.
"My dad is the other owner of the dojo your dad is going to be working at," Sage told her.
"Cool," she replied.
Midget looked at Rowen and smiled. "My guardian, Doc., is working with Rowen's dad on some project that is supposed to take several years to complete. That's why we are here."
"Your guardian is Professor Jonathan Mackenzie," Rowen asked, astonished. Midget grinned and nodded. "Wow, dad's been going crazy since they signed the agreement. He can't wait to get started!"
Ryo looked over to Munchkin in anticipation. "Well, nothing big for me. My guardian is a Captain in the Navy Seals and teaches the new recruits. He asked for a transfer here when I begged him to let me move here with my friends. His full name is Captain Chance O'Connor," Munchkin stated.
"That reminds me. Why did you and Midget say you didn't have last names, but in the gym you used them," Ryo asked.
"Well, they aren't really our fathers. They never adopted us. When Midget's family was killed the Doc. found her by his house and took her in. And when I was three the Capt. found me in the woods while hunting. I never could remember what happened to my family. I think they lost me or left me or something, because I was never reported as missing. The Capt. didn't have any other family and didn't want to go through the legal red tape and stuff so he just claimed me as a niece in public," Munchkin explained.
"As far as any records or institutions go it's just easier for them to claim us as family and give us their last names," Midget told them. "It's not that they don't think of us as family, it's just that social workers wouldn't even consider leaving us with them. I know because Doc checked. They don't like to leave children, and especially girls, with single working men who aren't even related to them."
"Oh. I see," Ryo said quietly. "I know what you mean. It was hard enough for grandma to get custody of me. They said she was too old and stuff, but we won."
Just then the bell rang and everyone had to go to their fourth hour classes. That class seemed to go by real slow because everyone was excited to have the last class together. When they finally went to history they all got to sit relatively close to each other. They were all towards the back. During class Midget and Munchkin told the others that they had to pick up two friends from the customs agency, and would have to miss Karate practice. The others decided to go with them if it was all right with their sensei. They were all going to walk to the dojo and ask for the day off.
After the last bell rang everyone quickly left the room wanting to ask the two girls who their friends were.
"So, who is it we are going to be picking up," Cye asked.
"You will see," Munchkin said with a grin.
Midget looked to the other three girls with a smile. The smile told them to keep quiet so they could keep them in suspense. They then began to chuckle and even still get nervous.
"Oh, come on. Tell us," Kento pleaded looking to Penny.
"Not on your life," Penny retorted.
"Well, I guess we better go talk to my dad and yours," Sage said.
"Ok. Lets go," Jaya replied.
They all jogged to the dojo, four blocks away. When they got there they found out that the classes were cancelled any way. The two new partners were setting up for the Karate part of the lessons. They then went to the Doc's where they found him and the Capt. getting the trailer hooked up on the jeep. Six rode with the Doc in the van, while four with the Capt. in the jeep. When they finally arrived the two men took them to the quarantine area. They went to sign some papers while a man led them to their friends.
"What are we doing here," Cye asked. "This is where they keep animals when they are from a different country."
"Right you are young man," the guy that led them there said. "Don't you know what you are here for?"
"No! We want them to see them first. Don't say anything, please," Munchkin blurted out.
"Ok. I won't say anything, but they will see soon enough because here they come," the man said.
They all turned to see a huge white tiger and a black panther running towards them. Jaya, Sara, and Penny backed up behind Munchkin and Midget, because they knew what was going to happen. As they backed up the other two girls ran forward. The boys were just frozen with shock. The white tiger head butted Munchkin then tackled her to the ground, while the black panther rose up on it's hind legs and put it's paws on Midget's shoulders.
"Hey Star," Midget said hugging the panther.
"Hi Flame," Munchkin said while the tiger licked her face.
The two girls then got up and introduced the boys to their friends. "Guys, This is Midnight Star," Midget announced patting the panther.
"And this is Wild Flame," Munchkin said stroking the tiger.
"Girls, these are the guys," They said addressing the animals.
The guys walked over to the animals. They were just now noticing that the animals each had a different spot of color on their foreheads. On the panther was a Silver star, and on the tiger was a maroon fire. The tiger rubbed up against Ryo, while the panther walked up to Rowen and nudged him.
"I guess they like you two," Jaya said hiding behind Cye.
"What is up with you three," Sage asked Jaya, Penny, who was behind Kento, and Sara, who was directly behind him.
"We just aren't very comfortable around big animals," Sara replied.
"Even though we have been around them often. They still worry us," Penny said uneasily.
"They are all just wimps," laughed Munchkin.
"Be quiet," Penny hissed.
"Let's go and find Doc. and the Capt.," Midget said.
With that they all went to the front desk and found the two men. There they put them on leashes and put them in the trailer. They drove home and got them settled. Everyone ate dinner at Midget's house. After dinner Doc went to work with Rowen's dad on their project while the Capt. went back home to finish getting some stuff ready for the next day. The ten teenagers gathered together in the living room. All of them pulled out their orbs and the guys showed the girls how they put on their armor. First they tried putting on the sub armors. Then they had the girls try their full armor.
"Armor of Blaze," cried Munchkin.
"Armor of Heavens," cried Midget.
"Armor of Forest," cried Penny.
"Armor of Sun," cried Sara.
"Armor of Typhoon," cried Jaya.
Everyone looked at the armors for the first time. The girls wore a feminine version of the Ronin armor, with a robe like Anubis' covering the front in each of their colors. They wore plain helmets, with their symbols on either side. Penny wore mahogany armor and had a staff for a weapon. Sara's was yellow and her weapons were a pair of Sais. Jaya, in teal armor, had throwing stars. Midget's armor was silver. She had a claw on her left gauntlet and her weapon was a crossbow. Munchkin, in maroon armor, had a saber.
"Deja vu," whispered Ryo.
"Deja vu? What do you mean by that," questioned Munchkin.
"Those robes look like Anubis'," Ryo answered.
"No kidding," Rowen said. "I was just thinking the same thing."
"You're right," Midget said, looking a little sad.
"Who are you talking about," asked Penny.
"A friend who is no longer alive," Sage replied quietly.
There was a moment of silence. Then the phone rang. Midget answered it. "Hello, this is Midget speaking. Uh-huh. Yes she is. Yes I will. Uh-huh. See you later. Bye." She turned to Sara. "That was your Mom. She said that it's time to come home."
"It's probably time for all of us to go home," Cye commented.
With that, the evening ended and everyone left.
Later that night Munchkin was in her room tossing and turning in her bed. She was having that nightmare again. She used to have the same nightmare every night when the Capt. had first found her. They quit after two years and haven't been back since. Until now.
A family is walking in a little clearing close to a village. There is a man, women, and a young girl. The woman is holding someone else's hand. Her hand is wrapped around a tiny wrist, leading whoever it is along. The faces can't be seen, it is too dark. The woman freezes then lets go of the hand she was holding. She screams to the man, who also has stopped dead in his tracks. She can't hear what they are saying, but she can sense something is very wrong. All of a sudden the young girl is running away........
Suddenly Munchkin woke up in a cold sweat. She was shaking all over. Taking a few deep breaths she finally calmed down. That is strange. I haven't had that dream since I was five. she thought. After another couple of minutes she fell back to sleep. This time she had a different dream.
When she opened her eyes all around as far as she could see were huge mountains. There was a huge dark cloud covering the sky above them making it seem as though she was trapped. One mountain towered above the rest. At it's peak stood a warrior, dressed in armor like hers, except the color was tan. She also had a chain mace as a weapon. They looked each other in the eyes for a moment, then the warrior started to laugh. "Ha. Ha. Ha." She then looked very serious and whispered, "Soon. Very soon." Her eyes turned a dark red then she disappeared.........
This time when she woke up she was screaming. It was a good thing the Capt. was off on one of his training exercises for the night. Flare got up on the bed and licked her face, reassuring her. Munchkin hugged the tiger to her. She decided not to go back to bed. It was almost three any way. Then she felt something reach out to her.
Midget lay in her bed, unable to sleep at first. She had insomnia, so this wasn't unusual. To keep her busy, she thought about the recent events. Finally, she fell asleep. It was the same dream again.
She was walking with her family. Her dad held her hand while her mom held her sister's. She couldn't remember her sister's face, but she knew she was there. All of a sudden, her mother and father stopped. There was someone standing in front of them. Suddenly, she was running Feeling uneasy, she turned around and saw the soldier slash her parents. Then the soldier turned and walked toward her. She turned to run............
Midget sat up suddenly, breathing hard. No matter how many times I have that dream, I still get scared replaying it. It's the only dream I can remember but there are times when I wish I wouldn't. It still hurts to lose them. Then she lay back down, putting her hand down to pet Star who slept on the floor beside the bed. After a few minutes, she went back to sleep.
She looked all around, seeing nothing but flat lands all around her. A black cloud loomed in the sky, casting menacing shadows over everything. Around her blew a strong wind. In one place the cloud seemed to extend to the ground. A warrior stood in front of it, dressed in armor that was exactly like hers except that it was dark gray. Her weapon was a set of num chucks. She saw two different auras around her, one gray one that struggled weakly against the black one surrounding it. As she stood staring into her eyes, she sensed her pain and confusion. The warrior threw back her head and laughed. In a quick change of mood she turned serious. "Master Talpa wants you to join us. And Madam Tara will see that her brother is satisfied. You can count on that," she hissed as her eyes glowed red. Then she faded away...........
Midget woke up with her heart pounding. Star, sensing her distress, climbed up on the bed. She nuzzled her face. "It's all right girl. I'm all right." Midget looked at the clock and groaned. It was only about three. She could go back to bed, but some how she didn't think she would be able to. Then she felt a flare of terror and instinctively reached out to it..
Are you all right? Midget asked with her mind.
Yeah. Who are you? Munchkin asked the voice.
I am called Midget. Who are you? she replied.
WHAT! It's you. This is Munchkin. Munchkin said.
Ow. Don't shout. Cool. I thought I could only talk to Star this way. Midget returned.
You and Star can do this too. Me and Flame talk like this all the time. This is cool! she cheered.
They have finally connected. Flame said.
I knew it would be soon. Star replied.
You two knew we could do this? Midget asked.
Why didn't either of you say anything? Munchkin asked getting a bit peeved.
Settle down. It was because you had to do it yourselves. Flame responded.
We were told not to disturb the natural progression of your powers. Star stated.
By whom? Midget asked curiously.
Why, from the great Ancient. Flame retorted.
Funny Flame. Munchkin snapped.
Back to the first question. Are you ok Munchkin? Midget asked worriedly.
Yeah, just a bad dream, that's all. Are you ok? I thought you seemed a little on edge when you asked me the first time? Munchkin replied cautiously.
I'm fine. I also had a bad dream. This is no coincidence maybe we should talk about this later. In more detail though. Right now, however, we must get ready for school. Midget stated.
But it is only three A.M.. We still have three and a half hours before we have to get up. Munchkin said questioningly.
Wrong it is all ready five. And I can hear the Doc coming in. Gotta go. Talk to you later. Midget informed her.
Later. Munchkin replied.
The connection then broke and the two girls went about their rooms getting ready. Their animals decided to give them some advice.
Midget, I think you should talk to Rowen about your dreams. He can help. Trust him. Star said softly, but sternly.
Maybe you are right. It would be nice to be able to talk to someone other than you about them. Maybe he can help put things in perspective. Thanks, Star. Midget replied.
Maybe it would be wise to tell Ryo about your dreams. He might be able to help you. Flame told Munchkin.
What makes you think that? Munchkin asked.
Star said she talked to his tiger White Blaze. She said that he told her that Ryo was a friend of the Ancient and Anubis and that he has helped out the Ronins a lot with their problems. Flame replied.
Wow. That could be a crappy deal. I don't know if I want to put him through any more problems. Who does he have to talk to? Munchkin stated.
White Blaze says he has Rowen and himself. They do almost seem as if they are brothers, don't they. Flame answered.
Who Ryo and White Blaze? Or Ryo and Rowen? Munchkin asked momentarily puzzled.
Don't tell me you are serious! I'm surprised you didn't suggest Rowen and White Blaze. Flame sighed.
What?! she asked innocently.
Anyway. I say you trust Ryo. You seem to need a lot of help. Flame said sarcastically.
Oh be quiet and let me get ready for school! snapped Munchkin.
With that the two girls finished getting ready for school and headed out.
To be continued....