HOLY FCKS! UPDATE AGAIN! I told you I got time. HAHA so to make up for that really shitty chapter, I present to you this work of research and deep thinking. Hope all of you will love it! It's long as hell, so you can imagine how focused I was in writing this one compared to the other hehe. Again, thanks for all the love and support Eternal Bond has been receiving!

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"Goddamn club day, forgot about that shit. Do you remember me mentioning about starting on Strategies on Wednesday during our first day of lessons on Logics?"

The class merely stared at Snake without any reply, probably out of fear. He was early again today, so you could imagine the hustle and bustle of students trying to get to the classroom on time. No one wanted to be beaten up by their professor, apparently.

Snake slammed on the teacher's desk in impatience. "I'm asking you, class. Do you or do you not?" His voice was menacing. It would take a lot of time to get used to this kind of strictness. It was impossible to please Snake. Unless of course, if you're intelligent enough to answer his ultra-super-mega hard questions during his discussions, which is highly unlikely.

Someone was courageous enough to speak up. "I do, sir," the boy in the red cap answered with a raise of his hand.

It was Red, the ultimate Pokémon Trainer. In Smash High, he's labeled as the 'guy with the guts'. Everyone knew him for his confidence and high self-esteem, considering the fact that he destroyed the Team Rocket organization by himself. He knew nothing such as limits, and it got him into trouble sometimes. At least he was smart enough to learn from his experiences, because he never repeated his mistakes.

"Red, huh. Am I right?" Snake eyed him warily, not moving even the slightest from where he was. It was kind of creepy to look at.

Red nodded vigorously. "Yes sir." He stood up from his chair and bowed.

"I didn't tell you to stand up." Snake's tone of voice was more serious than a moment ago… if that was possible. He was always damn serious.

"Oohhh," Ike blurted out teasingly, as if expressing how tense the situation has gotten into. That was, of course, a very, very, wrong move.

The whole class faced him in alarm. Snake looked over his way and straightened himself. "Hm, a student chose to butt in the conversation." He narrowed his eyes at Ike who was now all stiff. Marth was enjoying the sight of it, but of course, he knew better not to say anything cocky. Better to be safe than sorry.

Pit bit his lip nervously. Oh no, Ike's going to be in huge trouble… he thought while he helplessly watched from his seat.

Snake began heading towards Ike's place while the student gulped. Ike, you dumbass shit! Can't keep your crazy mouth shut, as always!

Snake gripped the edges of Ike's table as he looked at him directly in the eyes. Ike couldn't look away. He was stunned. It was as if Snake was working some kind of magic on him that he didn't know.

"Alright, Ike Greil. How about you? Do you remember me saying something about Strategies on Wednesday?"

The room was silent. Ike could hear the sound of his heavy breathing and racing heartbeat. He didn't remember, but if he said no, then he'd be dead. He didn't want to die yet!

Ike forced a smile on his face. "Uh sir, of course I do." Risky risky risky.

Snake's eyebrows arched. "Really. Then I assume if you remember it, you might happen to remember the lessons we discussed on Logics that day. Could you tell me what you've learned?"

Marth was thankful that he wasn't in Ike's position. Even he couldn't recall, to be honest. Maybe he was too tired that day to absorb all the information.

He glanced at Pit, wondering if he would help Ike out. No, he doubted Pit listened. The angel can't handle that kind of knowledge for sure.

He searched for Meta Knight who was in the other end of the room. Maybe Meta Knight knows. He might not talk much, but I'm sure he has all that data kept in his brain. Besides, he looks like the smart type too. Problem is… he doesn't recite in class unless he's called on.

Ike was rooted to the spot. He could feel the sweat forming under his armpits due to the pressure. This was so far the easiest question Snake has ever asked, but it wasn't his lucky day. He totally forgot all that crap. Of all subjects, he had to overlook Logics! And it had to be club day yesterday, bullshit!

The burly male shook his head, pissed at himself. He had to be straightforward. It was Professor fucking Snake, and there was no kidding around this man. "…I'm sorry sir, I honestly don't remember anything." Great. It was nice meeting you, world.

Marth looked at Ike and felt a little pitiful. Even he was honest enough to break it. Must be hard dealing with Professor Snake.

Ike prepared himself for whatever punishment he was about to receive – a punch in the face or an embarrassing task, he could accept it. This was the first time he ever felt shameful in public.

Instead, the knife cut deeper than anything else. "Ah, an answer I would expect from a student ranked number two in last year's exam."

That got to Ike badly. It hit him like a tidal wave. Anger, confusion, and humiliation swirled within him, and his hands clenched into fists. He was tempted to beat sir Snake black and blue for that unnecessary comment, but he was a professor at Smash High and beating up a Smash High professor would mean being kicked out of one of the most prestigious schools in the universe. He didn't want that. Plus, he was one of the most recognized students… until a certain teacher in front of him burst his bubble.

Snake let go of the table, leaving dents in figures of fingers. Ike noticed this and wondered how angry the professor really was deep down. He must have disappointed him real bad in one foolish statement. Oh sorry sir, I forgot. Nice one, Ike. Keep it up and you'll lose your rank and everything you've ever accomplished in this school.

"Maybe we'll get a decent answer from the one who topped it, then." Snake turned to Marth.

So much for pitying Ike, thought Marth while he tensed up. There was no escape. Snake was expecting a lot from him, so he had to say something… right. But he couldn't remember anything either! Did he even teach anything last Tuesday?

Marth sighed. There was no use lying. He had to tell the truth. Besides, if he lied, it would make him no better than Ike. And he will not allow that.

He brought his head down. "Sorry sir, but I'm afraid to say that I am on the same boat as Ike." What happened to rank number one, huh?

The professor kept quiet for a minute. The students were waiting in suspense, wondering if he would suddenly throw a rage or keep his cool. It was the latter.

"Alright then. Seems like not even the so-called 'smartest' students of Smash High can answer the simplest of my queries. How disheartening."

Marth wasn't pleased with himself. His mood totally died down and he wasn't feeling so well anymore. He rested his head in his palms.

Snake returned to the front of the classroom and placed his hands on the desk before him. "Okay. So. Will anyone care to share what we've discussed on Logics?"

A robotic arm quickly shot up. Snake acknowledged him.

"Ah, and here's the guy who placed third. R.O.B., stand up and please tell us what you've learned. I want it specific and complete."

R.O.B. followed and started explaining every bit of it in a weird voice that not even the students could catch up to him. "Thank you, sir Snake. From what I recall, you started the lesson by making us answer a question on logical reasoning. The problem was, 'This is data supplied by the cabbage growers union report for 2007: 80% of cabbages collected were heavy (over 0.5 kg), 10% of cabbages were green, 60% were red and 50% were big (having a diameter of over 10 cm). Which of the following statements must be false?'

"The choices were: first, all red cabbages weren't big; second, 30% of red cabbages were big; third, there were no cabbages that were both green and big and; fourth, half of the cabbages were small.

"You told us to check the authenticity of each statement. These were our observations: firstly, all red cabbages weren't big. 60% of cabbages picked were red and only 50% were big, therefore, there is an overlap (60% + 50% = 110% 100%). The statement must be false, so this is the correct answer.

"Second option was that 30% of red cabbages were big. 60% of cabbages were red and 50% were big, so there must be an overlap at least 10% (60% + 50% = 110% 100%). However, we don't know the extent of the overlap. This statement may be true, but as we said, we don't know for sure.

"There were no cabbages that were both green and big was the third option. 10% of cabbages were green and 50% were big, so there may not be an overlap between the two (10% + 50% = 60% 100%). The statement can't be ruled out.

"Lastly, half of the cabbages were small. 50% of the cabbages are big, so the other half may be small. This would make this statement true.

"After much consideration, the answer turned out to be 'All red cabbages weren't big'."

The class was in awe. Their mouths hung agape, amazed and impressed by the preciseness and certainty of R.O.B.'s delivery. There was no denying he's wrong. Everything sounded so factual and accurate, not even all of them understood what he had just said.

Snake, evidently satisfied with R.O.B.'s answer, nodded once. "Impressive. You're correct. But that was only half of it. I understand though, because that example was too long to remember, am I right, Marth Lowell and Ike Greil?"

Ike was indignant. He's a goddamn robot, for chrissake! Do you expect us to remember all that shitload of data?! But he'd done quite a lot today, so he didn't want to give more negative impressions on their professor any further.

Marth gritted his teeth in frustration. He's programmed to remember even the most complicated problems. Of course R.O.B. would be way better than the two of them! After all, they were both just human.

Snake folded his arms. "So I see you have no words to say. Better listen more in class then, One and Two."

So those became their new nicknames.

The school bell finally indicated that Strategies was over, so Snake dismissed them and took out his helipad, flying out of the classroom window. Everyone fled from the classroom in a hurry, wanting to take a break from all that information overload.

Ike and Marth were the only ones still on their seats, though. They couldn't erase the memory of Professor Snake looking down on them and bringing up R.O.B. like that. It was a huge disgrace for the both of them, and it was sure to be the hottest gossip around campus.

Pit was in between the two so he looked at them back and forth. He wanted to help them, to comfort them, but he didn't want to bother them either. "Ike, Marth, are you guys o-okay?"

Ike snickered. "You think?" He was the first to stand and leave, deciding to have alone time for himself. He needed more time to think. Think and reflect on what has been happening in his life.

Pit watched him from afar, feeling a little bad before getting back to his other friend. "Marth…"

The blunette slowly shook his head. It was a sad shake. "Pit I… am I really the smartest student out there?"

Pit reached out to him and patted his back gently. "Come on Marth, don't think about that. I know how important it is to you, but you shouldn't let your mind get to it too much. You'll tire yourself out. Wanna grab a bite first?"

That was the first time Marth has ever heard Pit talk straight without stuttering like a shy kid. He faced him and smiled lightly. "That's nice of you to say, Pit. I'm sorry… I can't help it."

Pit wore a genuine grin to lighten up the prince's mood. "Let's go, before the cafeteria gets all crowded and we lose seats again!"

Marth laughed. "Alright alright." They stood and left the classroom, chatting along the way.

R.O.B. went unnoticed, still seated at the back of the room, a blank expression on his face as usual.

Yeah guys, I totally researched a few stuff on logic okay HAHA. Since I can't post the link for acknowledgment and reference, name of the website is Job Test Prep. LOL thanks for the help and info!

Since I introduced King Dedede and Captain Falcon's personalities, I wanted to showcase Snake as well (because he's my most fave prof haha) and so I made him the center of this chap! Watch out for more strict Snake moments, and I promise, I'm getting to the Marth/Ike soon!

Leave a review to keep me writing this thang! Love you all so much, you guys know that.