I don't own MBC nor the characters. Rated T for mature themes and strong language.

The vibe of the chapter: Supergirl by Anna Naklab - And then she'd say that nothing can go wrong when you're in love, what can be wrong? And then she'd laugh the night time into day pushing her fear further alone...

Sam's POV:

I can't believe we are graduating this year. I remember being in middle school as if it was yesterday. I used to do karate, then kickbox and then I chose to do gymnastics instead. Many people were shocked because I have always been more of a sport for boys (but girls can do it too, and better!) type. I was a pretty active girl then. Martial arts, volunteer work, school, alien busting, supporting whales, homeless people, and released prisoners. Hardly ever had I time for myself, or to have fun. I am serious, I am putting work and duties first. People say I am emotionless, dull, too tough, too stiff. They call me a boss lady and an activist. I am definitely more than that! And I can't wait for the day I'll prove them wrong. I don't want to be emotionless in people's eyes. Not anymore.

"Chris? Do you think I am emotionless?" I asked him directly, yet quietly. We were sitting next to each other in a science class at the moment.

"What do you mean by that? We got married for love, didn't we?" Said somehow concerned Chris.

"Yes but.. don't you think I lack strong emotions?" I was eager to know what he thinks.

"You just have trust issues. To me, Danny and Cathy you seem normal. I think you have a soft spot for some things or people. You definitely aren't an empty box."

And with that, we heard our school's loudspeaker melody.

"I hope that we are having another Baby Project!" squeaked Cathy. She's so joyful and enthusiastic about everything. Don't get me wrong, I like it about her, but a Baby Project? That's a high school nightmare. Literally.

"Stand still soldiers! I am about to make an announcement! Since the Singletown High haven't made the state, nor region competition in the last 4 years, cheer tryouts are held tomorrow! Even the current cheer team members have to attend, your place is no longer for granted! Expect major changes in the team. And I want to see Samantha O'Hara in my office NOW."

What a day, I hope it isn't anything crucial.

"What's the matter Sam, did you bake cookies instead of biscuits for the bake sale to help retired soldiers?" Said Mark with a grin.

"Shut the f up, Mark!" I lost my cool.

"Samantha, manners," Danny says this quote every time I curse.

"Good luck," whispered Chris as I was standing up.

In the Principal's office

I can't deny having a strange feeling from this session. I don't get why Rollins isn't serving the military instead of running this school. I think she would be happier. On the other hand, she seems calmer since she is seeing Mr. Smith.

"You paid attention to the announcement?" Bawled the principal.

"Umm.. yes, but what it has to do with me exactly?"

"Samantha, our cheer team sucks." Wait, did she really say it this way? Oh, she did. "We need a new team, a new captain, a new routine and a new battle plan. Got it?"

"I am certainly missing a point here - why don't you speak to Wendy instead?"

"Wendy was the captain for 3 years straight due to her popularity and gold locks, but she won't fool me anymore. Last year we even lost to the middle and elementary school cheerleaders."

"I recall that. It was pretty embarrassing."

"And that all happened because their practice was a chat club! Some of them can't even do a cartwheel. Did they practice harder? No, they discussed birth control and celebrities. So I made up my mind and came to a conclusion: We need a new captain. You." Wait, is she serious? Oh, she is.

"Me? I've never done it!" I almost had a heart attack, when she said that.

"But you can do stunts and tricks, you are a gymnast after all. You and football team members are our best athletes. Plus you can write it down on your college application. Don't bring me down, just say yes."

"I don't know how to do it and I know nothing about cheerleading." I tried to defend myself. I am an athlete, not a Hollaback girl.

"Well, you've always been a good student, so practice and learn. Tomorrow I want you to organize a cheer tryout. Choose girls for your team wisely. That's everything soldier, you can go."

"Oh, and by the way... thanks for calling me by my maiden name."

"That was nothing. Not everyone in this school has to know that you got married."

By the lockers

"Chris, I am not a cheerleader material. How am I going to do this? I am graduating this year, I have other things to do!"

"You are going to be great as always if you want to. Sam I know doesn't give up without a fight. Just wear that skirt and do some tumbling. And if you don't wanna deal with the mean girls... don't choose them. Easy. I think you will enjoy it with your bossy nature."

"I'll need your help." After all this time I've finally learned to ask for help when I need it. I know that I can't do this alone.

"Anything you want."

"Moral support... and maybe a strategy."

"Tonight, we will plan it all. In the meantime, I know what to do to make sure every girl in this high school knows about the tryouts. And we will make it sexy."

In the school cafeteria

Danny was standing on the cafeteria table in his quarterback jersey.

"Girls, I am going to be a judge - don't worry if I won't choose you, at least you will be able to do a selfie with me."

"This is your 'sexy' plan to notify the girls? This doesn't help."

"Some girls are simple - show them a boy they know well, promise a reward. He's popular, and popular people attract other people." He has a point, I hope it will work somehow.

"Me and Danny as a committee... I have a feeling Wendy won't like this at all."

In the school gym

"So YOU are in the charge now, boss lady? You don't know what cheerleading is about!" Wendy yelled at me.

"Neither do you, if you have to be replaced by a gymnast."

"It's easy to come for the last year and moralize."

"Do you really think I want to be a cheerleader? I'll have to change everything in my life to be able to handle this."

"I don't really care, what you gotta change. I worked hard to be a captain and now I have to go to the try-outs with all the unpopular girls! And you know who is going to decide about my destiny? You and your heart-broken friend! In that case, I shouldn't even bother showing up!"

"Listen... the truth is I need you in the team. You know the basics, you know the girls. I just want you to show me, how it's done and what you got, because, as you said earlier, I don't know shit about cheerleading."

"Finally, you said something that makes sense. First things first, since you are wearing a yellow dress right now, I want to remind you that the school colors are blue, white and black, show some school spirit at least! Borrow something from Chris."

"I am wearing normal clothes, I don't get that trend when cheerleaders wear their uniform to school."

"About that... Try to convince Rollins to buy us new uniforms... These are out of style."

Great.. and now what?

So, what do you guys think? Do you think that Sam is a cheerleader "material" after all? She sure has the look and abilities. I'll be grateful for your reviews, follows or favorites!

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