Chapter One: Donovan's Big Day:

Donovan woke up early for once in his life. Its turned out that there was a large forest by a very large estate. The land didn't seem to be guarder by any dogs or fences so he decided to camp out here until he could raise up enough money for his own place. Sure, Donovan could just behave like a "good boy" back at home but he was sick and tired of being treated like a dog. He wasn't some dog, a little weird? Sure but who wasn't?

Donovan looked over to his battery-powered clock next to his sleeping bag. 6:30 am. He would be late more than likely, for his first day at school. (Note: I am mixing Kaibara High School with American school systems that I am familiar with. I myself live in the United States and I am not very familiar with Japanese school systems and Customs so bare with me, its only a fanfic after all but I will enter what I know about Japanese school systems so be prepared for weirdness!)

"Darn it...I'll never make it on time now. Why even bother going? I took all that time to get into that dumb school and now I'm gonna get a bad start. Great," Donovan muttered under his breath. He got up, taking off his night clothing (a pair of sweat pants and a thin black t-shirt) he got into his new school uniform. Donovan hated School Uniforms but he didn't really have a choice now did he? Nope. Grabbing a towel, bowl, toothbrush, cup, and comb he quickly grabbed his bottle of water and poured the contents into the large bowl.

"Thanks Mom," he whispered as he dipped his hands into the bowl and began to clean his face. His mother, the only one in his large family who loved him knew that Donovan was running away. She had grabbed a second bag for him to carry that held some money for food and some hygienically helpful things for him along with a first-aid kit. He missed her a lot but he would write to her secretly.

After brushing his teeth and combing his hair he grabbed his pack and set off down the path for school. He would only be about 10 minutes late if he hurried so he sprinted. Sprinting long distance was a breeze for Donovan. He loved running and enjoyed how the breeze would blow back his silk like brown hair. He got his hair from his father. Short and gracefully covering one eye, falling into perfect placement even after running.

WE INTERUPT THIS STORY FOR A PROFILE UPDATES!
Name: Donovan Hiwatari

Age: 17 years old

Hair: Dark Brown. Hisbangs cover one eye, and silkily falls into place

Eyes: Grey (silver like)

Height: 5'8"

Weight: 128 lbs

Status: Unknown for now

Likes: To eat, run, his mom and swimming.

Dislikes: Going to school, waking up early, his family and who he is.

BACK TO THE STORY!

Donovan finally got to his new school, panting for breath but not as though he was dieing. Weird huh? Anyways, he entered the school and walked into the office asking for his schedule.

Donovan Hiwatari

11th grade

Schedule:

Homeroom: CR 210 - History- Mrs. Washington (CR Class Room)

1st period: CR 210 - History- Mrs. Washington (wow...long way to walk huh?)

2nd period: CR 221 - Art- Mr. Tsubasa (Yay colored pencils!)

3rd period: Lab 2 - Chemistry- Mrs. Grey (chemistry is EVIL!)

4th period: Lab 5 - Nutrition Tech- Mr. Taff (food! drools)

5th period: CR - Math- (I hate Math! glares at math)

6th period: CR - PE- (YAY!)

7th period: Lunch (FOOD! drools more)

8th period: CR 222 - English III- Mrs. Rain (I LOVE ENGLISH!)

"Man...Its gonna be a long day," Donovan sighed looking over his schedule with a pained look on his face. Donovan hates school. He has hated it ever since he got to high school and had to start waking up at 6 am ever morning. School itself wasn't bad but who can think straight that early in the morning? (I know I can't)

"Mr. Hiwatari? You missed Home base. Just go straight to 1st period and take this," the secretary smiled handing him a note. A pass? Why was she doing this?

"Uh, won't you get in trouble for this?" Donovan said worriedly. The last thing he wanted was to have guilt over his head for getting this girl in trouble. She seemed to be his age and had long blonde hair, gray eyes staring at him. Who was she? A student helper?

"Naw, don't worry. Your new here and I bet you don't want a tardy on your record for your first day here. I'm Arisa Uotani. You have lunch 7th right? So do I. You should come sit with us if you don't find anyone to sit with," she said. By her looks Donovan guessed that such kindness was rare in her so he smiled and pocketed the note.

"I'll keep that in mind," He said and waved as he set off down the hallway. Maybe today wouldn't be so bad after all. Or maybe it would. It took Donovan 5 minutes to find his classroom and when he finally entered everyone's head veered over to him. Of course that would happen. Everyone hated the stupid expectations speech on the first day. Donovan smiled weakly and walked over to a young woman sitting on a stool in the middle of the room.

"Hiwatari. Your late," she said dully before Donovan got to her. He looked at her with a face that said -how-the-heck-did-you-know-my-name-? - And she smiled. She had strawberry blonde hair tied gracefully back into a loose bun. Brown eyes looking up at Donovan with a fox like cunning. She was one of those teachers who enjoyed getting students on their toes but wasn't cruel, "I know your name because everyone else except you is here today."

"Oh, sorry," Donovan said handing Mrs. Washington the note. She raised an eyebrow and smiled, "Uotani give you this?"

"Who?" Donovan said dumbly. It was to early in the morning for 50 questions and he already forgot the girl in the office's name. He shook his head, "I dunno, why?

"It says you were late because you were to stupid to find your way to my classroom," She smiled. Donovan slapped himself in the face with his hand.

"Partially correct. I couldn't find your room but I also live far away from here. Sorry," Donovan said dully. Great, already he was in trouble. Uotani must not have been kind after all.

"Well Hiwatari I'll let you off this time. Take a seat and go to page one of the rules booklet. Keep up with us and get it signed tonight. Ok?" Mrs. Washington said dully waving him over to his chair. The confused looks from her students made her remember, "Oh yea, Class this is Donovan Hiwatari. A new student here and I'm sure he is pleased to meet you. If you have any questions for him you can ask him later."

Donovan blushed slightly as everyone began to whisper among themselves, girls giggling and scanning him over. He walked to the back of the room taking a seat next to a dark haired girl with seemingly glowing purple eyes. She stared at him for a moment and once Mrs. Washington began talking she slid him a note.

You have very weird electromagnetic waves.

Donovan was slightly startled and wrote back to her.

Thanks... I guess.

She slid the note to him again.

I'm Saki Hanajima. Donovan right? What class do you have next?

Donovan looked around then slid the note back to her.

I have art next. Why?

To late to find out. The bell rang and Hanajima walked off, disappearing into the crowd of rushing students trying to find their next class on time. Donovan thanked his lucky stars that he found his next class ok. Art was one of his favorites.

Spaz: So what do ya guys think?

Li: mutters it sux.

Spaz: You're just mad that it isn't you but its Donovan. Glares and throws squeaky bone Fetch mutt.

Sirius: looks at us for the book he is reading Stop fighting you two.

Li: We aren't fighting and for the last time I'M NOT A DOG!

Spaz: throws the toy at his head and it bounces off with a squeak to break the silence Heh. Heh. It squeaked.

Li: That's it you're going down!

Spaz: BRING IT ON!