The Perfect Prank
Chapter I. The Day Darien Crossed Serena
By: Sailor Angie
AN: Okay, so I might have to revert to a Monday release for each chapter, at least for now. Although I have more than half the story written, I don't want to get ahead of myself. Thanks to everyone who gave me such positive reviews for Chapter 2, I promise this one is gonna be a lot of fun! Read, Review, and Enjoy!
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Serena hummed softly and let her fingers drum lightly on her thigh. "How much longer until we get there?" She asked sweetly.
"Ten minutes Miss Wellington." Her driver answered.
"So do you think the RA will be waiting for us, or do you think they told her nothing to keep the position full?" Mina sat with her legs crossed.
"Even if she knows, I wouldn't doubt that she might think she can handle us." Serena and Mina giggled.
Both girls had grown up together and enjoyed disobeying authority above all else. The reason it was so amusing to them was because those who they offended could do nothing because of Serena and Mina's families.
The Wellington's practically owned Regent University among their other acquisitions. They were very old money.
The Cunningham's on the other hand, had made a mint off the stock market and when they took their money out before a recession, they put it in mutual funds where it sat accumulating everyday.
The two girls were often mistaken for twins although they were not. The funny thing about their attitudes was that they were only mean to those who crossed them. On the contrary, Serena and Mina met few people they didn't like.
"What do you suppose she'll look like?" Mina began to file her nails.
"Does it matter? You packed the sneezing powder and the mouse traps right?"
"Yup, and the ants." Mina replied.
"Good, good." Serena nodded in approval.
"Miss Wellington, Miss Cunningham, we've arrived." The driver gently stopped the car as it pulled in front of the dorms.
Serena breathed in the fresh air as she stepped out of the car. "It's good to be back." Serena smiled.
Mina also exited the car, "Stop feeling nostalgic, we've got work to do."
"You're right, plenty of time to reminisce later." Serena bolstered her purse over her shoulder and led her driver and Mina up to their room.
***
Darien watched the black Lexis and two leggy blondes step out. He knew it was them. Amy was right, they did look like sisters. One wore her long blonde hair down, while the other had a distinctive hair style. Her hair was up in two separate buns with hair still flowing down from each ball. He knew the latter was Serena; he could tell by the way she carried her self.
What he found quite odd was that, had he not known what she was capable of, he would have pegged her as a very nice, sweet, and innocent young woman. She was very much his type.
Darien scolded himself for being attracted to her. Not only because of who she was, but because of what she had done, but because he had a girlfriend. He didn't want to give Raye a reason to be jealous.
Darien flipped the lock on his door; he wanted to wait until the perfect moment to reveal his identity to his residents. They would all get the shock of their lives at the house meeting later that evening.
He heard their voices outside his door. "This RA isn't gonna know what's hit her." Darien laughed as he heard Serena's voice for the first time, "We can set up the wire tonight."
"I got the clearest fishing line I could find. How high do you want me to tape it off the ground?" Mina asked.
"Six inches should be good enough, that's about ankle high." Serena conferred, "I wonder if she's even moved in yet?" Serena questioned aloud. "C'mon Mina, let's go unpack." Serena and Mina's cheerful voices faded back down the stairs.
Darien picked up the phone and dialed Andrew's number, "Hey Andy."
"Sup Darien." Andy replied.
"They're here."
Andrew laughed, "You're hiding out in your room aren't you?"
"I wouldn't call it hiding out exactly." Darien leaned back in his chair and put his feet up on his desk, "I'm waiting for the right moment. I already know what they're gonna do to me first."
"Wow, they don't waste any time." Andrew was impressed. "So, what do they look like, oh, or haven't you seen them yet?"
"No, I saw them outside. They're very attractive. Don't tell Raye I said so."
"I won't." He said honestly, "So, how hot are they?"
"Andy, I don't want to discuss this, they are not possible love interests, they are the enemy." Darien took his feet down and turned on his computer.
"Well, I'm not their house fellow, so I can do whatever I want with them." Andy clearly had plans.
"Andy, don't you dare try anything." Darien wasn't about to let Andy loose in the dorm.
"Seriously Darien, I should come over, and ask Serena or Mina where the RA's room is, and they'll think I'm your boyfriend."
"Andy, I am not going to let you pretend to be my boyfriend, that's just wrong." Darien was embarrassed.
"Well, I think you should go help them move in and not tell them you're the RA." Andy suggested.
"Ya know, that's not a bad idea Andy." Darien contemplated it.
"I'm a genius, what can I say?"
"Whatever Andy." Darien shook his head. He looked out the window and saw the two girls helping the driver get their belongings out of the car. "I gotta go Andy, I'll call ya later and tell you what happened." Andrew agreed, and Darien hung up the phone.
Darien took a deep breath, stepped out of his room, and descended the stairs. He sheltered his eyes from the sun by using his hand as he approached the Lexis, "Do you ladies need some help?"
They both turned and faced him, immediately smitten by his charm. Darien put out his hand, "I'm Darien Shields, I'm helping with the move today."
"That's awfully nice of you." Serena smiled as she shook his hand, "I'm Serena Wellington, it's a pleasure to meet you Darien."
"Oh no, the pleasure is all mine." Darien couldn't help but smile back; she was even more gorgeous in person. He turned to Mina.
She shook his hand as well, "Mina Cunningham." Darien nodded.
"What would you like me to carry?" Darien offered.
The driver silently placed a large heavy box into his muscular hold. "Lead the way Serena." Darien spoke from behind the box.
Serena led Darien, Mina, and the driver to the 2nd floor. They passed Darien's door and walked to the middle of the hall. They stood before the only door on the left side of the hall. Serena opened the door and allowed them all inside.
Darien was in awe at how large the room was. It had to be the size of three rooms combined. "Why's your room so big compared to the others?" Darien questioned.
"Each house has one suite, usually they'll put 5 girls in it, but Mina and I had special arrangements made." She set her bag down. "So how did they rope you into helping the girls move in?" Darien opened his mouth to speak, but Serena wasn't finished, "Do you know the RA!?"
Darien held back laughter, "Yeah, I guess you could say that."
"What's she like!?" Mina was exuberant.
"Why do you both want to know?" Darien took a risk; they would find out sooner or later that it was him.
"Promise not to tell?" Serena's voice grew low, Darien nodded and couldn't help but feel a bit turned on. "Every year, Mina and I pull pranks on our RA's. This year, we're determined to go through at least 5 together."
Darien cocked an eyebrow, "What do you do to them?"
"Pull pranks, harmless ones really, but after a while, when they realize they can't do anything they get fed up and leave." Mina informed.
Darien's facial expression softened, "Why would you do that?"
Serena looked down, ashamed, only for a moment before giving her reasoning, "Every RA has no respect for Mina and I. They think just because our parents make donations to the school, that we don't belong here. That's not right. We worked hard to come here, and we work hard to keep our grades up to stay here. So we decided to take a stand." Serena folded her arms.
"Suppose the RA that is here right now respects you? But you've already got traps set; you won't even give them a chance to give you a chance?" Darien though perhaps he could try to break down their façade.
Serena shrugged, "I guess it's too late now."
Darien made a mental not to try and make her realize that the whole world wasn't against her. "Well, I better go see if anyone else needs help. Will you both be able to manage?" Darien was almost out the door.
"We'll find you if we need you." Serena smiled.
"Don't forget, house meeting tonight at 7, but there's free pizza, so it's worth it." Darien said quickly, then dashed down the stairs.
"Stop drooling Serena." Mina said nonchalantly.
"I hope to god he isn't dating the RA, because I'm ready to put up a fight for him." Serena's eye's twinkled.
Mina chuckled, "Good luck Serena, good luck."
***
Most of the girls had gotten to the lounge on the first floor before seven and had found dinner awaiting them.
Serena and Mina had regaled a few of the girls they had known from last year with some of their adventures over the summer. Others discussed what items they had forgotten at home, or what troubles they had while moving in.
However, most conversations revolved strictly around the mysterious man who had helped them all move in: Darien.
"He redefines the words tall, dark, and handsome." Said one girl while swooning.
"Didn't he say his last name was Shields?" One questioned.
"Do you think he's related to the dean?" Another girl inferred.
"Yes, I am." A deep voice came from the doorway, "I realize these are extenuating circumstances, and all your parents have been notified of this turn of events. If any of you are going to have a problem staying in Princeton house, please let me know, and I can have you moved to a different house." Darien offered.
"Why would we want to leave?" Serena stepped up.
"Because I'm your house fellow." Darien challenged.
***
AN: WOAH! Does that redefine 'cliffhanger'!? Okay, so I'll try to get Chapter 4 out on Monday, since I'm back at school now, and I can get back into a regular schedule. Wow, tons of thanks, I have such wonderful reviewers, and I would be no where without you all!
Preview --- Chapter IV. Phone Calls At Three In The Morning --- Darien has just betrayed Serena in the worst possible way. How will Serena and the other girls react to having a male RA in an all girl's school? Serena's out for blood, and is certain she will have her revenge.
Chapter I. The Day Darien Crossed Serena
By: Sailor Angie
AN: Okay, so I might have to revert to a Monday release for each chapter, at least for now. Although I have more than half the story written, I don't want to get ahead of myself. Thanks to everyone who gave me such positive reviews for Chapter 2, I promise this one is gonna be a lot of fun! Read, Review, and Enjoy!
***
Serena hummed softly and let her fingers drum lightly on her thigh. "How much longer until we get there?" She asked sweetly.
"Ten minutes Miss Wellington." Her driver answered.
"So do you think the RA will be waiting for us, or do you think they told her nothing to keep the position full?" Mina sat with her legs crossed.
"Even if she knows, I wouldn't doubt that she might think she can handle us." Serena and Mina giggled.
Both girls had grown up together and enjoyed disobeying authority above all else. The reason it was so amusing to them was because those who they offended could do nothing because of Serena and Mina's families.
The Wellington's practically owned Regent University among their other acquisitions. They were very old money.
The Cunningham's on the other hand, had made a mint off the stock market and when they took their money out before a recession, they put it in mutual funds where it sat accumulating everyday.
The two girls were often mistaken for twins although they were not. The funny thing about their attitudes was that they were only mean to those who crossed them. On the contrary, Serena and Mina met few people they didn't like.
"What do you suppose she'll look like?" Mina began to file her nails.
"Does it matter? You packed the sneezing powder and the mouse traps right?"
"Yup, and the ants." Mina replied.
"Good, good." Serena nodded in approval.
"Miss Wellington, Miss Cunningham, we've arrived." The driver gently stopped the car as it pulled in front of the dorms.
Serena breathed in the fresh air as she stepped out of the car. "It's good to be back." Serena smiled.
Mina also exited the car, "Stop feeling nostalgic, we've got work to do."
"You're right, plenty of time to reminisce later." Serena bolstered her purse over her shoulder and led her driver and Mina up to their room.
***
Darien watched the black Lexis and two leggy blondes step out. He knew it was them. Amy was right, they did look like sisters. One wore her long blonde hair down, while the other had a distinctive hair style. Her hair was up in two separate buns with hair still flowing down from each ball. He knew the latter was Serena; he could tell by the way she carried her self.
What he found quite odd was that, had he not known what she was capable of, he would have pegged her as a very nice, sweet, and innocent young woman. She was very much his type.
Darien scolded himself for being attracted to her. Not only because of who she was, but because of what she had done, but because he had a girlfriend. He didn't want to give Raye a reason to be jealous.
Darien flipped the lock on his door; he wanted to wait until the perfect moment to reveal his identity to his residents. They would all get the shock of their lives at the house meeting later that evening.
He heard their voices outside his door. "This RA isn't gonna know what's hit her." Darien laughed as he heard Serena's voice for the first time, "We can set up the wire tonight."
"I got the clearest fishing line I could find. How high do you want me to tape it off the ground?" Mina asked.
"Six inches should be good enough, that's about ankle high." Serena conferred, "I wonder if she's even moved in yet?" Serena questioned aloud. "C'mon Mina, let's go unpack." Serena and Mina's cheerful voices faded back down the stairs.
Darien picked up the phone and dialed Andrew's number, "Hey Andy."
"Sup Darien." Andy replied.
"They're here."
Andrew laughed, "You're hiding out in your room aren't you?"
"I wouldn't call it hiding out exactly." Darien leaned back in his chair and put his feet up on his desk, "I'm waiting for the right moment. I already know what they're gonna do to me first."
"Wow, they don't waste any time." Andrew was impressed. "So, what do they look like, oh, or haven't you seen them yet?"
"No, I saw them outside. They're very attractive. Don't tell Raye I said so."
"I won't." He said honestly, "So, how hot are they?"
"Andy, I don't want to discuss this, they are not possible love interests, they are the enemy." Darien took his feet down and turned on his computer.
"Well, I'm not their house fellow, so I can do whatever I want with them." Andy clearly had plans.
"Andy, don't you dare try anything." Darien wasn't about to let Andy loose in the dorm.
"Seriously Darien, I should come over, and ask Serena or Mina where the RA's room is, and they'll think I'm your boyfriend."
"Andy, I am not going to let you pretend to be my boyfriend, that's just wrong." Darien was embarrassed.
"Well, I think you should go help them move in and not tell them you're the RA." Andy suggested.
"Ya know, that's not a bad idea Andy." Darien contemplated it.
"I'm a genius, what can I say?"
"Whatever Andy." Darien shook his head. He looked out the window and saw the two girls helping the driver get their belongings out of the car. "I gotta go Andy, I'll call ya later and tell you what happened." Andrew agreed, and Darien hung up the phone.
Darien took a deep breath, stepped out of his room, and descended the stairs. He sheltered his eyes from the sun by using his hand as he approached the Lexis, "Do you ladies need some help?"
They both turned and faced him, immediately smitten by his charm. Darien put out his hand, "I'm Darien Shields, I'm helping with the move today."
"That's awfully nice of you." Serena smiled as she shook his hand, "I'm Serena Wellington, it's a pleasure to meet you Darien."
"Oh no, the pleasure is all mine." Darien couldn't help but smile back; she was even more gorgeous in person. He turned to Mina.
She shook his hand as well, "Mina Cunningham." Darien nodded.
"What would you like me to carry?" Darien offered.
The driver silently placed a large heavy box into his muscular hold. "Lead the way Serena." Darien spoke from behind the box.
Serena led Darien, Mina, and the driver to the 2nd floor. They passed Darien's door and walked to the middle of the hall. They stood before the only door on the left side of the hall. Serena opened the door and allowed them all inside.
Darien was in awe at how large the room was. It had to be the size of three rooms combined. "Why's your room so big compared to the others?" Darien questioned.
"Each house has one suite, usually they'll put 5 girls in it, but Mina and I had special arrangements made." She set her bag down. "So how did they rope you into helping the girls move in?" Darien opened his mouth to speak, but Serena wasn't finished, "Do you know the RA!?"
Darien held back laughter, "Yeah, I guess you could say that."
"What's she like!?" Mina was exuberant.
"Why do you both want to know?" Darien took a risk; they would find out sooner or later that it was him.
"Promise not to tell?" Serena's voice grew low, Darien nodded and couldn't help but feel a bit turned on. "Every year, Mina and I pull pranks on our RA's. This year, we're determined to go through at least 5 together."
Darien cocked an eyebrow, "What do you do to them?"
"Pull pranks, harmless ones really, but after a while, when they realize they can't do anything they get fed up and leave." Mina informed.
Darien's facial expression softened, "Why would you do that?"
Serena looked down, ashamed, only for a moment before giving her reasoning, "Every RA has no respect for Mina and I. They think just because our parents make donations to the school, that we don't belong here. That's not right. We worked hard to come here, and we work hard to keep our grades up to stay here. So we decided to take a stand." Serena folded her arms.
"Suppose the RA that is here right now respects you? But you've already got traps set; you won't even give them a chance to give you a chance?" Darien though perhaps he could try to break down their façade.
Serena shrugged, "I guess it's too late now."
Darien made a mental not to try and make her realize that the whole world wasn't against her. "Well, I better go see if anyone else needs help. Will you both be able to manage?" Darien was almost out the door.
"We'll find you if we need you." Serena smiled.
"Don't forget, house meeting tonight at 7, but there's free pizza, so it's worth it." Darien said quickly, then dashed down the stairs.
"Stop drooling Serena." Mina said nonchalantly.
"I hope to god he isn't dating the RA, because I'm ready to put up a fight for him." Serena's eye's twinkled.
Mina chuckled, "Good luck Serena, good luck."
***
Most of the girls had gotten to the lounge on the first floor before seven and had found dinner awaiting them.
Serena and Mina had regaled a few of the girls they had known from last year with some of their adventures over the summer. Others discussed what items they had forgotten at home, or what troubles they had while moving in.
However, most conversations revolved strictly around the mysterious man who had helped them all move in: Darien.
"He redefines the words tall, dark, and handsome." Said one girl while swooning.
"Didn't he say his last name was Shields?" One questioned.
"Do you think he's related to the dean?" Another girl inferred.
"Yes, I am." A deep voice came from the doorway, "I realize these are extenuating circumstances, and all your parents have been notified of this turn of events. If any of you are going to have a problem staying in Princeton house, please let me know, and I can have you moved to a different house." Darien offered.
"Why would we want to leave?" Serena stepped up.
"Because I'm your house fellow." Darien challenged.
***
AN: WOAH! Does that redefine 'cliffhanger'!? Okay, so I'll try to get Chapter 4 out on Monday, since I'm back at school now, and I can get back into a regular schedule. Wow, tons of thanks, I have such wonderful reviewers, and I would be no where without you all!
Preview --- Chapter IV. Phone Calls At Three In The Morning --- Darien has just betrayed Serena in the worst possible way. How will Serena and the other girls react to having a male RA in an all girl's school? Serena's out for blood, and is certain she will have her revenge.