Alchemy Academy
AU FMA
Hey so anyways this is the second part of my debut chapter of Alchemy Academy! Our spiky haired homunculus will be making his first appearance so there will be a bit more colorful dialogue. No yaoi yet so I ask all my readers who are fans to be patient for there will be in the near future. Bold Italics are Dialogue and regular Italics are Kim's thoughts. I do not own FMA. Enjoy!. ~
Chapter One Part Two: First Day and Salutations
Scaling the last two flights of stairs to the roof as Doro nervously I might add lead the way, I made my usual preparations for a fight. Laying my blazer down carefully on the last step, I untucked my shirt fully not wanting to look like some prep school priss as I beat the crap out of this guy. I left the gauze over my palms on for now since the skin was still sensitive from the fresh seals I'd added to the transmutation over summer break.
Wishing I could tie my hair up one last time, I threw any other reservations I had to the wind and gave a curt nod to Doro who was waiting obediently like a dog by the door. "H-He should still be out there. Can't miss him…" he uttered the best he could with his swollen lip. Poor guy should really get an ice pack for that. Ignoring the worried glances he was giving me, I took hold of the latch and yanked hard. The door flew open with a squeal of rusty hinges as I walked out proudly, eyes blinded momentarily by the bright daylight and hair lifted off my shoulders from the soft August breeze.
Eyes adjusting to the light as the door closed behind me, I let out a feral growl scanning the large rooftop. As I walked forward however, I nearly tripped on a large mass curled up on the pavement, earning a grunt from said mass. Startled and a little perplexed, I took a step back to stare at the object obstructing my path and nearly laughed. Nearly, Dorochette had been right when he said I wouldn't mistake this…whatever the hell THIS was.
Sprawled out along the pavement was a guy, tan fucker too, with black circular rimmed sunglasses as well as some of the spikiest natural dark brown hair I had ever seen sprouting from his head. Some other time, I would've loved to touch it an see just how-…! WHERE THE HELL DID THAT COME FROM? Shaking myself from my odd, very odd..thoughts, I took a second glance and noticed that he was not only wearing a school uniform, no matter how dishelved it was, but also a silver I.D pocket watch just like mine sticking out of his blazer pocket which he was laying on top of.
Taking a closer look, my eyes widened from fury and near painful jealousy as I caught sight of several unmistakable Honor bands hanging along the chain. Honor bands are only awarded to the most skilled and talented alchemists in the academy for any exceptional achievements made during their enrollment. Usually even seniors only manage to earn one or two by the end of their term. Personally I'd always secretly wanted at least one to clip on to my watch, WHO DID THIS ASSHOLE THINK HE WAS? I've never even seen this guy before so he has to be new to the school and he has the nerve to be sporting not one but SEVEN of those damn things on his watch!
Rage now thoroughly doubled, I opened my mouth to give this punk a piece of my mind before being interrupted by a long loud snore. Outraged, I moved to hit the bastard for mocking me before I stopped, realizing with a raised brow that he was actually asleep. Not to mention the now visible wire resting over a slowly rising and falling chest that lead to headphones blasting Rise Against or System Of A Down at max volume into his ears. Never all that much of a music fan myself but I know it when I hear it at least.
Finally deciding the bastard had napped long enough, I prodded his side with my foot none too gently. "Oi! Jackass! Rise and shine!...HEY! BOTTOM FEEDER!" Nothing. I gave his head a good hard satisfying kick. Nothing. Growling in frustration, I sunk down onto my knees, ripping out one of those annoying earbuds and yelling as loud as I could into his ear. "WAKE UP ASSHOLE!" Well THAT got his attention. Mouth suddenly covered by a large calloused hand obviously not my own, I felt the ground fall out from under me as I was suddenly slammed backwards into the concrete, vision going fuzzy.
Opening my eyes, I found myself looking up at blue sky instead of down at my prey who now definitely awake seemed to triple in size as he stood up, taking out the other headphone. Woah, Dorochette was right….he is tall.. "Oi…What's with the rude wake-up call huh? Not smart to wake a sleeping lion you know…you'll only end up getting bitten" remarked the now very tall stranger through a mouth of oddly sharp teeth. Humph, lion indeed~. Scoffing, I rose to my feet with a smirk, dusting myself off. Feeling eyes on me, I looked up to see him regarding me with what seemed to be amusement, his eyes obstructed and unseen behind the black lenses of his shades. "Whatever helps you cry yourself to sleep at night, punk bastard. If you're a lion, that makes me a dragon so split before I burn you to a crisp. You're trespassing on student property." I replied back as venomously as I could, golden eyes glaring daggers up at him even though I admit I only came up to about his shoulders or his chin at most.
Gold flickered however as I watched the corners of his mouth curl up into a smirk then full on grin as he threw his head back, voice ringing out in a deep booming tone, laughing like a madman. Laughing almost just like I do…gah shut up me. The hell's my problem today? Fit of laughter coming to an end, he gave me a sharp toothed grin that had me shivering for reasons I didn't know and confidently remarked "Oooh feisty~ Sorry to disappoint ya doll but I AM a student here in case ya didn't kindly notice the watch." Staring at him dumbstruck as he motioned over to the silver trinket with a wave of his hand which sported odd interlocking leather bracelets, my fists clenched in fury not only at the fact that he had the audacity to mention that damn watch of his, honor bands that were probably stolen sitting there teasing me, but also that he was either incredibly brave or foolish enough to refer to me as "doll"!
Gritting my teeth, I growled about to tell this arrogant fucker off when the squeal of rusty hinges signaled a newcomer to the roof as Doro more fell with a thud then walked out the door. "Kim! Are you okay? D-Did you get that jerk-EEP!" was all I suppose the poor dog chimera could manage before trembling in fear at the glare he was getting from the tall shade wearing teen I'm sure he was confident would have his lights knocked out by now. Regarding the obviously familiar face with a thin raised brow, the guy gave a weary sigh as if dealing with a small very annoying child. "Oh pup, it's just you. I'm guessing Snow White over here is your friend huh? As if my first warning wasn't enough." Infuriated at being ignored, I slammed my foot down on his watch with a loud clang, both heads jolting up at full attention. "Hey! Leave him alone. Firstly I'm Zolf J. Kimblee, and that's Kimblee to you! not doll, and definitely not Snow White! I'm also a sophomore alchemist here so you'd better shut yer trap in respect and listen up! Secondly, his name is Dorochette not pup! And as far as I can tell he was here first, so you'd better lay off before things get ugly!" I now proudly declared, all the while Doro couldn't have looked more relieved and proud to be standing behind me.
Tapping his chin in thought, the guy started to walk around much like a wild animal stalking it's pray. I still couldn't see his eyes behind the glasses but I could tell his gaze was all on me. Trying to hold back a shiver, I stood my ground staring him down the best I could. And you'll never believe it but the bastard just starts laughing again like it's the damn funniest thing in the world. Finally sick of his little mind games I stormed over to him, anger evident in my voice. "And what is just so damn funny huh?" Grinning and wiping his eyes from behind his shades, he seemed to enjoy the sight of me invading his personal space. Creeper..
"Ahaha…Oh nothing. Kimblee was it? It's just, well... you guys are so cute!" The guy replied, now only about arms length away from me due to my advance. Feeling the burn from an oncoming blush on my face, I couldn't help but blink. Cute..? CUTE? "Look Sharkface! I am not cute! Just apologize to Doro and get the hell off this roof!" The guy actually smiled, not a grin or a smirk, but a genuine smile when he seemed to notice my blush before tilting his head to the side mockingly. "Or what Kimmy Cub~?" Oh that does it!
Roaring out in now unsurpressed fury, I lunged at the guy, hands gripping the collar of his shirt collar and shoving him back hard. The bastard seemed to have predicted my move as I found a long ankle hook itself around the back of my leg and foot, effectively catching me off balance and bringing me down with him as we both crashed into the concrete. Having landed on top of him, I sprung back delivering a solid punch to his jaw that should've dislodged the whole thing. What I didn't count on was the sickening series of cracks as three of my fingers fractured on contact. Dude was solid as a rock, must really drink his milk. Hissing in pain, I cried out half in rage and surprise as my hand was caught in an iron grip, the guy just giving a cocky grin underneath me.
Now thoroughly enraged, caught off guard and with few options left, I caught the gauze over my free hand with my teeth and pulled, grinning as I heard the telltale rip of the fabric, light pink skin with black inked seals now fully on display. I laughed at the shock and what may have been fear on the guys face as I wrenched my other hand free of his now suddenly loose grip, throwing my hands up over my head to clap with an insane sadistic gleam in my eye. Losing control…not good, not good..can't fight it. Need it bad..want it…I WANT TO SEE RED! Mind now thoroughly out of sorts, I didn't even hear Doro shouting as he ran towards us. Doro obviously realizing I'd lost my temper and now knew all too well what I intended to do, practically had tears in his eyes as he ran begging for the fight to stop.
Unperturbed by his pleas, I clapped my hands together loudly with a spark of alchemy as the transmutation was put into motion. Grinning wide like a cat, I was startled awake from my insane daze as two hands that seemed warm and comforting on my now hypersensitive skin locked over my own palms, fingers gently but quickly working them apart. Looking down terrified, my eyes full of shock and fear questioned the grinning face underneath me. I hardly ever lose control! What the hell are you thinking? Do you want to die? The blast will kill you! Just like the rest! just like Dad…!.I was brought out of my flustered thoughts as he leaned up, one hand keeping both my palms held tight as the other pulled free.
I was still too freaked out to really hear anything of what he was saying but the bastard actually seemed calm, concerned even, as he spoke slowly to me, left hand reaching back and clenching into a fist. Looking up I suddenly noticed the odd yet articulate crimson tattoo on his left palm. Looking back up at him, I gasped softly. Whether it was from the fact that his sunglasses had slipped down his nose during the fight to reveal eyes that were the deepest most beautiful shade of purple and amethyst I'd ever seen or the fact that the crackle from the transmutation was getting louder I don't know. Mind and sight going fuzzy, my reasoning came back to catch the last of what he was saying. "It'll be alright Kim, I promise. Just relax." And with that, his hand flew back and knocked me out with one hit, one hit! Must just be a bad day for me. Falling forward, I was caught in two strong arms and a warm embrace as I blacked out. I heard a bit of what he was saying and Doro's hysterical ramblings before everything went dark…
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As I woke up in what I can only guess was the school infirmary about two hours later, I remembered a few things from after the fight. Laughter…I lost control…a serpent eating it's own tail…beautiful purple..and that voice and embrace. Groaning in pain as bright light pierced my vision, I looked around dazedly as I came to. There were many voices, a few of which I remember from earlier that day. Dorochette was sobbing and clinging to my arm, rapidly apologizing as Miles, heh good ol Miles, tried to pull him back asking me a little more calmly what the hell had happened and why some six foot tall moose had carried me to the nurse. Moose..? Oh yeah..Him. Dully noting that Miles seemed to have brought Olivier along who looked about as concerned as I suppose a woman of her caliber could manage.
As the nurse checked my pulse and my temperature, usual nurse stuff, I whimpered at the pain at the back of my head. This is normal of course, whenever I lose control like that I always get killer headaches and pains right after. Bringing up a newly bandaged hand, which I'm guessing Miles had fished out from my backpack, I blinked as I realized my hair was now neatly tied up. Reaching for a mirror in the midst of all the current chaos, I tilted my head and gaped at the sight of long interlocking leather bracelets now wrapped tightly around off the base of my head forming a rough yet stylish ponytail. Miles noticing the odd look fixed on my face decided to speak up.
"That guy from before did that while we were waiting for you to come to…said to keep it as a gift for the trouble he caused. Oh and.." Miles seemed to blush slightly embarrassed at the thought of delivering the tail end of the message. "..that you have very lovely long hair". Everyone in the room seem to balk in their questions at that, a smile slowly starting to grace my face as I let out a short scoff before it turned into full on laughter, surprising and probably scaring the few people in the room. Yep, gonna be a VERY interesting new year.
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So that's the end of chapter one. What do you all think? :3 I've been in only a few fights so I tried to get down the basic facts and for some reason I just thought Greed would be a metal/ alternative music fan if it was ever around in his world. We also got a peek at Kim's slight madness as well as a few key parts to the story's future plot concerning his past and his love of purple for those who paid attention in the last chapter ^^. Please review and tell me what you think. Comments and suggestions are loved and the second chapter should be up soon!
