Introduction
When Odaiba gets a new transfer student, the Digidestineds' lives are turned upside down. Ken is spending a term at their school…and he's far from happy about it.
Pushing everyone, including Davis, away from him, Ken treats everyone as insects, and does his best to aggravate people. But when a new friendship is forged after an unforgettable event, a young emperor finds himself choosing between his destiny…and his humanity.
Only when someone reaches out, will the damned be saved…
Chapter Two; Tutoring
Shaking slightly, Davis sat down at the lunch table. His friends looked at him in concern, wondering what on earth was wrong with the normally loud leader.
"Davis?" Kari asked hesitantly. Davis started, then looked at her, eyes disbelieving.
"He said…he said he didn't like me. And that we were all beneath him…" Davis whispered, his voice trailing away. Immediately, everyone's eyes widened in disbelief, and they stared at him.
"He what!"
"Said he didn't like any of us, and that he thought we were all beneath him." Davis said dully. Exchanging looks with the others, Cody sighed.
"I wondered if that would be the case." He murmured softly. Davis stared at him.
"Huh?"
"Well think about it. He's always so nice whilst on camera, and doing interviews. Add to that his amazing intelligence, and you have a perfect person. Almost too perfect. We should have guessed earlier." Cody continued.
"What the hell are you saying, Cody?" Davis exploded, unable to take these riddles anymore.
"Whoa, calm down!" TK gasped. Frowning, Davis did as he was told.
"I think I know what Cody means. Most geniuses end up extremely big headed and cold, due to the huge amount of media attention they get – Ken's no different. The nice person we see on television is just his camera face." Kari explained.
"Ohhh…" Davis looked down, obviously upset that his hero was such a fraud. Next to him, Yolei wasn't in much better shape.
"Why do I always fall for the horrible ones?" She wailed miserably. A sudden silence at the table caught her attention, and she looked up to see Ken walking past.
Noticing the way they were looking at him, Ken just smirked, striding by coldly without saying a word.
"What a horrible person…I'd have never guessed." TK grimaced, focusing on his food again. Beside him, Cody nodded silently.
"And to think you've got another term of that…creep in your class." Sniffing slightly, Davis stayed quiet, his head still bowed. >I've always wanted to be just like him…just like Ken. But now I realise…he's just a fake.>
"And once again, Ken tops the class with a perfect test score! Maybe next time someone will manage to share his triumph, hmm?" Mr Yakamushi smiled, handing out the graded test papers. Feeling a slight sense of foreboding, Davis glanced down at his own.
"Great…another F." He muttered, slumping. No matter how hard he studied, somehow he always managed to fail the exams. At this rate, he'd be stuck working in the fast food industry – like a burger shop, or a noodle cart. >Noodle cart…that actually sounds quite cool!> Davis mused.
Turning his head tentatively, Davis watched Ken as he looked at his test paper in utter boredom.
"It wasn't exactly much of a challenge…" The genius murmured under his breath. Noticing Davis looking at him, Ken instantly began to scowl, not stopping until the loud mouthed boy was facing the front again.
>Pathetic insect…why won't he just ignore me like the rest of his little friends?> Ken cursed under his breath. Starting as the bell rang, Ken placed his things in his bag and left, not sparing a glance for any of those Digidestined brats.
>I wonder what they'd do if they knew I was their enemy? Would they do anything?> Smirking, Ken strode through the hallways, glaring at anyone who got in his way. Although he'd hated being forced to come here, he had to admit that it was…refreshing…to let the mask slide.
In Tamachi, he had to hide the way he really thought about other people – you didn't act like you had an attitude problem in a posh school like that. But here…he was free to treat these fools like he wanted – after all, he'd be gone in a few months, so it wouldn't affect him.
>Of course, I still act respectful towards the teachers. There are some lines you just don't cross.> Ken inclined his head to the Headmaster, and carried on towards his destination.
He'd found it on the first day – a perfect place to escape the screaming teenagers he shared his lessons with. Exploring the school, Ken had come upon a small flight of stairs that led up to the school roof. After realising that no one came up here, he'd started to come here every break and lunch, to be alone.
Delicately sitting down on the ledge, Ken gazed out over the playground and football field, watching the other kids play their games. Always in groups, never alone. >I'm the only one who isolates himself. The others stay with their friends. Maybe I should try…>
Startled by this sudden chain of thought, Ken shook his head violently, seeking to end these mad ideas before they even started. >No! I don't need anyone else! I've always done just fine on my own! To need others is to be weak!> Ken thought savagely.
Picking up a round pebble, Ken threw it as hard as he could to the floor, watching in satisfaction as it shattered. >I'm not weak. I'm strong…>
"Davis? Ken? Could you come here a moment?" Mr. Yakamushi called, stopping the two boys in their tracks before they could leave for home.
"Sure, Mr. Yakamushi."
"Yes Sir." Stepping out of the rush for the door, the pair made their way to the teacher's desk, Ken making sure to stay as far away from Davis as possible.
"I've noticed that you're getting very poor grades in your tests, Davis." Mr. Yakamushi said seriously, steepling his hands in front of him. Davis blushed and looked away, trying to avoid the mocking look that he was sure that Ken was giving him.
"Yeah…but I do try! I study so hard…but I still fail…" Davis muttered. Mr. Yakamushi's eyes softened, and he smiled sympathetically.
"Which is why I think that you need some help – a tutor." The teacher announced. Davis' ears perked up.
"Tutor?"
"Yes. If you don't mind, Ken, I'm volunteering you for the job." Mr. Yakamushi grinned. Davis froze, unable to believe it. >Oh no…I don't think that I could stand so much time with Ken acting so cold…>
Looking round, Davis saw to his slight amusement that Ken seemed to be in a similar state of shock.
"You want me to what!" He gasped. At Mr. Yakamushi's confused stare, Ken gathered himself, and nodded slowly.
"If that's what you want, Sir, then I'd be happy to tutor Davis." He murmured quietly.
"Good. Davis?"
"That…that will be good, Sir." Davis managed to choke out, inwardly screaming in misery.
"Wonderful. I'll leave you to arrange a weekly study date, then." Smiling at yet another 'success', Mr. Yakamushi strode out of the classroom, leaving the two boys staring at each other.
"How are Wednesdays for you?" Davis blinked at the question, and looked at Ken questioningly. The taller boy shrugged, eyes still cold.
"I never break my word – I promised to help you study, so I will. Is Wednesday a good time for you?"
"Not really…I've got football on Wednesdays. I can't do Thursday either, because I have an after school job." Davis answered. Ken's forehead creased into a slight frown.
"Well, I can't do Tuesdays because of chess club, or Fridays because of extra science…and the weekend wouldn't be appropriate as you wouldn't be able to concentrate. So that leaves Mondays. Alright with you?"
Davis slowly nodded, running through all possible activities in his head.
"Sure. Hang on, today's a Monday. Does that mean we have a session tonight?"
"Why not. I'll meet you at Odaiba Central Library, half seven." Ken's eyes narrowed, and he brushed past Davis, smirking.
"Just don't be late, goggle boy."
Leaving Davis spluttering in the classroom, Ken made for the exit, a slightly sour expression on his face.
>Well that will put a dent in my time for conquering Digiworld. Ah well – give those annoying brats a chance to catch up.>
"So…where do we start?" Davis flopped down on a chair, and stared around at the thousands of books, wondering what Ken had in mind. He tried not to notice the look of absolute hatred Ken was giving him – it was kind of spoiling his mood.
"Human biology." Ken said shortly, dumping a huge pile of textbooks on the desk. Davis looked at them in mild apprehension.
"You want me to read those, don't you?" He asked faintly. Ken's mouth twitched up in a humourless smile.
"Yes. Read as much as you can here, then read the rest for homework. I'll test you next session." Gulping, Davis picked up the first book, going cross-eyed at the complicated language inside.
"Umm…is this necessary?" He squeaked. Ken smirked.
"Oh don't worry, they're perfectly easy. A child could read them." He laughed quietly. Davis' heart sank.
"You mean a child like you, right?" He guessed. Ken's smile widened.
"Got it in one."
"He what!" Kari exploded. TK, who'd been sitting next to her, began to subtly edge away from her erupting fury. The others eyed her with mild concern for her blood pressure.
"He's my tutor now. I have to go to the library with him every Monday. And he made me read about twenty college-level textbooks this time." Davis replied, rubbing the back of his neck.
Kari frowned, gritting her teeth.
"He's playing with you, Davis! That lousy, horrible boy is toying with you!" She growled. Davis shrank back, unsure whether to be happy she was worried for him…or really, really scared.
"Talk to Mr. Yakamushi. Maybe he can arrange another tutor for you." Yolei suggested, taking a sip of her drink. Davis paused, before shaking his head.
"Nah. I want to try this out. Who knows? Maybe I'll be able to get Ken to open up a little bit." He decided. Silence fell over the table, and all the Digidestined stared at him.
"What? It could happen." Davis said defensively. Raising an eyebrow, TK began to unwrap his chocolate bar.
"Sure, Davis. Whatever you say."
Well, end of chapter 2! That was a bit on the short side, wasn't it? Ooops. But anyway, same as last chapter. The more reviews I get, the faster I'll update, so keep them coming guys!