"Run now, talk later!" She answered back to him as she zigzagged through the crowded streets and sidewalks that lead to the haven that was the train station. There was no way she would be able to properly reach there with Jonouchi behind her so she quickly calculated shortcuts as she ran. Her eyes lit up as she saw a clear cut path straight ahead and went for it. The only real obstacle was a bench, but that was hardly a problem for her. With a heavy foot to the top of the back of the bench that currently occupied two people she bounded over the bench as the two who sat their looked away bashfully from one another, oblivious to the teen girl that was passing between them. Jonouchi had not caught on to this plan however, and as the two had turned to face one another for a fateful kiss-his face came dead between them as he hit the bench and their lips unceremoniously met his cheeks. They opened their eyes at the odd feel, only to jump back at the sight of some strange teenager being dragged by another. He vaulted over the bench soon after a hasty apology only to be caught on to a fence as he climbed over and fell to the ground face first.

"Are you okay?" Terry huffed a bit, huge grin plastered on her face as they took the moment to catch their breaths.

"Oh yes, totally peachy!" He scowled at her as he panted on the ground. "Mind tell me now why the hell we're running as if our lives depend on it?!"

"Oh, that's because," she began to speak but the sudden shout of some aggressive and angry guys was heard not to far off.

"There she is, get that bitch!" One shouted as the duo turned to the source of the shout.

"Explanation is gonna have to wait!" She grabbed his hand once again and he groaned as they were off once again. The band of hooligans carelessly shoved passed the couple and hurtled over the fence, the obstacles buying time for Terry and Jonouchi.

"You so owe me an explanation for this!" He shouted as he finally caught up to her pace so that he was not victim to her quick decision making.

"Don't worry, I will!" She promised as they ran, the train station in sight. Relief flooded Jonouchi as his feet began to ache and burn while all of his muscles that he never exercised as much not throbbed with vengeance. "What did I do to deserve this?!" He shouted out to no one as it seemed hope was lost, but by some luck the managed to slip in to the train and left behind the group of teens that were cursing up a storm on the platform that was not behind them.

Hunched over in whatever space he had, Jonouchi panted feverishly for much needed oxygen as the pain of his body settled in.

"Explain. Now." He managed to get out and Terry nodded.

"So, while you were grabbing what you needed I overheard those guys being jerks to some younger kids. They looked to be grade schoolers. I couldn't just ignore it, so I decided to make a diversion to give the kids a chance to run. I picked up a nearby rock and I chucked it at the back of their heads before the got a chance to seriously wail on the two kids. I couldn't really see them, I was too busy taunting those guys and getting them to come after me instead...which is when I grabbed your hand and ran for it." She said proudly.

"You, they, we, my...were they okay at least?" He whimpered a little at first but shook his head. Why am I not surprised you'd do this? You've always been a righteous troublemaker. He snorted lightly to himself.

"I don't know, I hope so...I mean those were all the goons there so I'm sure they're in a safe area now." She frowned, not liking that she had no clue on how to check on them.

"I'm sure they're fine. Next time though, don't go wandering off and dragging me through deathtraps!" He scowled at her as he stood up straight and she looked to him apologetically.

It's not like I purposely wanted to hurt you! It just sorta happened! She thought as the doors he was leaning against began to open. She was about to warn him, but it was too late. He went tumbling down on to the platform. She quickly moved to help him back up, the other passengers rushing off to where they need to go. "I'm thinking this has to be one of those days where everything is about literally not knowing what is going to happen next." She laughed as he grumbled back on to his feet.

"You can say that again, damn that hurt! It seems like me and the ground are destined to meet today."

"Mother Earth and the pavement just love you!" She teased as she pulled his cheek. He playfully bit at her fingers before letting out a much needed sigh. "Well, at least the running is over with hunh? I don't think I could ru-un any why are we running again?!" He shouted in exasperation as Terry suddenly yanked his arm again.

"We're late!" She shouted back, point to a clock on a nearby building. He glanced at the clock and gaped.

"Oh shit, if I'm late again, I'm getting after school detention for sure!" A sudden surge of energy burst through him and soon the tables were turned with him pulling her along. "Pick up the pace woman! I've got to get to school or else I'm doomed!"

She laughed at his sudden energy and quickly caught up to speed with him. They tossed their shoes in to the lockers and hopped down the hall in to their slippers. They managed to stumble in one after the other just before the bell rang.

"Made it!" He exclaimed in pride and Terry sighed with relief, having flopped to the floor on to her butt. Jonouchi is full out on the floor, having dived into the class like a baseball player skidding to home base in the last moments of the game. They both sat their gasping for breath before looking at one another and laughing heartily. The teacher walked in soon after, looking at the two and they laugh even harder before being told to head to their seats. They quickly got up, zipping their lips and following the orders, both snickering a bit as they take their seats and get the needed books out.

Though hectic, the morning was one they would not soon forget as they looked at each other with one last grin. Their classmates laughed at the scene that unfolded, but were quickly settled down by the homeroom teacher that started to take attendance. Terry listened intently to the roll call, observing how she must respond as she watched the other student. As usual, Yami was not present, but when the teacher called out the name Atem no one responded. Terry frowned a little when she noted Anzu was glaring daggers at her, as if she was the reason for the absence.

Atem...his name is Atem? Then why does everyone call him Yami? Is he part Egyptian? That's definitely an Egyptian name. It's a nice name though...a powerful one at that. Seto Kaiba is absent too? That's strange...but then again, Joey said he runs and owns his own company. I knew his name sounded familiar. Is it common for both of them to be absent? "Present," she called out at the sound of her name and this the school day had begun.