Disclaimer: We don't own the Ducks and probably never will because they belong to Disney. However, Emaliar Malfoy does own Bella, Emily, and a few other random characters.
A/N: This is the sequel to the other Mighty Ducks fic "The Way Things Are". We recommend you read that one first. However, this can also be read as a stand-alone story. Please read and review.
Chapter 3
Adam's POV
"Alright listen up Ducks and Former Warriors, things are going to change around here. There are going to be actual tryouts for those new to Varsity Hockey. Those of you that were on Varsity last year, need not to worry about tryouts. Practice starts tomorrow 4 pm sharp. Tryouts will be September 2nd, 3rd and 4th. The final roaster will be up by lunchtime on the 5th. Any questions?' Coach Orion said. 'Good, see you tomorrow. Oh Conway and Banks twins, I need to see you in my office."
Bella, Charlie and I followed Coach Orion down to his office.
"As I'm sure you are aware by now, we have a new Icelandic transfer student that will be joining you for the tryouts," Coach Orion said.
The three of us exchanged frantic looks, Bella hadn't mentioned Iceland.
"I trust that you will all do your best to ensure that he integrates well into the Ducks and into American culture. And for the love of God Conway, please don't be too harsh on the remaining Warriors from last year's Varsity team. You can keep your captainship Charlie. But if you don't do what is expected I will strip it from you faster than Mendoza can skate 100-meter dash," Coach Orion said.
Charlie gulped and then we walked into his office and there he was sitting across from Orion's desk. The other in my dream the one who I apparently like. Silver medalist at the Junior Goodwill Games.
Gunnar Stahl.
"Vello Captain Duck, Speedster and Banks," Gunnar said.
"Hello Gunnar," Bella said.
"Welcome to Eden Hall," Charlie said.
"Thank vou," Gunnar said.
"Well Charlie could you please show Gunnar to his room, since he will be rooming with you and Adam and Bella you can go with them, I need to speak to Adam," Coach Orion said.
I took a seat as the other's filed out.
"Here is the deal Banks. We all know that you are in no condition to play at this point. But rather then dump you out of the program and let you get dismissed from Eden Hall Academy. I am willing to offer you the student manager/assistant coach position. Now before you say anything, I know that it's not ideal, but the doctor's orders still stand," Coach Orion said.
"I know,' I said looking down at my feet. 'Thanks."
"Sure," Coach Orion said.
Then we sat in a sort of awkward silence before I spoke. "Um, Coach. Can I ask you something?"
"Shoot," Coach Orion said.
"When I can play again, what if, what if—' I inhaled and finally looked him in the eye. 'What if I'm not as good?"
"You are a raw talent Banks; you won't forget how to play. If you're rusty then the rest will help you, they are your friends. They didn't leave your side last time. Did they?" Coach Orion asked.
Coach Orion had a point, and he was right. They didn't leave me behind, I nodded my head, "Thanks Coach," I said.
"Sure, and man to man your shirt looks and smells horrible are you okay?" Coach Orion said.
"Oh yeah, I haven't felt that great today, but I am better. I am going to go and grab a shower, Thanks again," I said as I stood up to walk out of his office.
"Anytime," Coach Orion said.
I ran back up to the dorm and when I got up there Charlie asked when I walked through the door, "So, what did Orion want?"
"He was just asking me about the student manager/coaching thing again," I said.
"And?" Charlie asked.
"I agreed, it will be good for me," I said.
"You don't sound too convinced," Charlie said.
I shrugged my shoulders and said, "Whatever."
"So, about Gunnar," Charlie asked.
"I don't really care, he's alright. If he wants to be a Duck, he can be a Duck," I said.
"Okay, one down and a flock to go," Charlie said.
"Where did he go?" I asked.
"He said something about getting his stuff from Mr. Roberts. I guess he didn't get in until yesterday, spent the night at some hotel. Dropped his stuff before the assembly with Mr. Roberts since most of us don't move in until after the term starts," Charlie said.
"Oh, we should look into how we are getting our stuff here at some point," I said.
"Yeah, I have to ask Mom and Fred. I don't know when they were planning on helping me move in," Charlie said.
"I saw you talking to Portman on your way out of Study Hall earlier today," I said.
"Uh, yeah he and Fulton have decided to throw a 'little' get together tonight," Charlie said.
"Tonight? The term just started, we have homework," I said.
"It's just reading for English, Chemistry, US History, French, Computers and Health. I swear that Dr. Anderson is trying to kill us with Algebra 2 assigning problems already," Charlie spat.
"Don't tell me that you are still not used to having homework on the first day of school?" I asked.
"Nope, not for the first 4 weeks," Charlie said.
"Public School dope. I had homework every first day of school from Kindergarten," I said.
"CAKE EATER," Charlie said.
"Hey not anymore," I said.
"Then don't call me a Public School dope," Charlie said.
"I'm sorry. I am just used to having homework on the first day," I said.
"Me too," Charlie said. Then we shared a bro hug.
"So, who is on the guest list, tonight?" I asked.
"Uh the Ducks new and old, current varsity players, some of the others from our year and 'the hot new chick'," Charlie said.
"How did they meet Emily?" I asked.
"I guess Portman ran into her yesterday when he got in. Just like Bella," Charlie said.
"Got it," I said.
Then a trunk hit the doorframe.
"Oi, Captain Duck vill vou velp me get vhis vhrough vhe door?" came Gunnar's Icelandic drawl.
"You know, I think that nickname is going to get very old very fast," Charlie said, and I chuckled. Then he flipped me off whilst he trudged towards the door.
After they pulled the trunk through the door Gunnar asked; "So vhich vunks mine?"
"Huh?" Charlie asked.
"Oi, VHAT!" Gunnar said as he pointed to the bunk beds.
"Top one," Charlie and I said together.
Gunnar pulled out a blue cloth that was folded up and some stick pins out of the trunk and climbed up to the top bunk and unfolded the cloth.
"What is that?" Charlie asked.
"The flag of Ìsland. Can vou vand me my Sængur og teppi?" Gunnar asked.
"Huh?" Charlie asked.
"Vhat's on vop in my vrunk," Gunnar said.
I looked and saw what he was talking about sheets and blankets, followed by his pillows. "Here," I said as I passed the requested items.
"Thank vou," Gunnar said.
"So, Gunnar, the Bash bros are having a start of term party tonight, you game?"
"Sure, vhy not. After I finish unpacking and do vll vhat reading," Gunnar said.
"You just have your reading left to do, what about your Algebra?" Charlie asked.
"Did it already, in study room. Like vou should have been," Gunnar said.
Charlie scoffed, "it figures."
"You mean study hall," I said.
"Veah," Gunnar said.
"Great," Charlie said.
"I'll see you guys later," I muttered.
"Banksie, if you see Bells tell her that we are going to have to postpone our date for tomorrow," Charlie said.
"Yeah sure," I said as I grabbed my rollerblades and headed for the stairs.
Gunnar caught up with me at the front door, just as I was putting on my blades and asked, "Vey Banks. No vard feelings, vight?"
"No," I said as I looked him in the eye for the first time that day. He had grown a lot in the 3 years since I last seen him, at least 7 inches if I want to harbor a guess. Plus, he looked different without all his pads on. He'd cut his hair exposing the heart like shape of his face and his brown eyes were…... snap out of it, Banks. You shouldn't be admiring the physique of some other boy, especially if for all intents and purposes, he was your mortal enemy just 3 years ago.
"I got to go, I muttered and then I jumped off the porch that lead up to the front and skated away as hard and as fast as I could, God only knows where I was going.
Charlie POV:
Adam was acting weird again and once again I had no clue as to why. But I had a bad feeling as too what was going to happen next.
A/N: Well? This chapter has been spilt into two. The next chapter will have a party, a break-up and spin the bottle. Can you guess who they are in the reviews.
