The rift was actually a hallway, stretching from his world to whatever was on the other side. James had to squint his eyes because everything was bleached white, the soft glow coming off the small spots on the walls just barely bright enough to light their path. He followed a step behind Ahri as she strode eagerly forward, pulling Sona along behind him. The girls continued to shoot looks at each other, Sona being sly and Ahri ever jealous.

"You know she's just playing with you, right?" James asked as they walked. The hallway was definitely a long one, stretching out of sight.

"Of course I know." Ahri said, raising her chin up. James looked back at Sona and inclined his head to their hands before turning slightly towards Ahri. Sona nodded understandably and let go. James gave a slight smile and a thumbs up before turning his full attention to Ahri. The fox girl hadn't seen the exchange behind her and marched on, still pull on James's arm.

James pulled even with Ahri and let go of her hand, wrapping his left arm around her waist. Ahri wrapped her arm around him too, her jealous attitude disappeared as she leaned her head on his shoulder. James's free hand raised up and scratched the base of her ears and causing her to release a purr. Behind them Sona smiled for her friend, enjoying the look of happiness she had. She began to play a loving song, her hair falling free as she removed her cap.

James began to pick up the pace as he saw a point ahead were there were no walls. The others noticed and sped up, Sona passing the couple and running ahead, disappearing as she went past the end of the hall. James slowed down before the end, Ahri stopping next to him.

"Ready?" Ahri asked, glancing at him questioningly. James looked her in the eye, searching her for a sign of doubt or fear. All he found was eagerness and excitement.

I love this ditz. Nothing in either of our worlds faze you, don't they? James thought to himself. "I'm ready when you are." Ahri smiled again and pulled on his hand, walking through the end of the hall and out of the rift. James thought he saw something glint out of the corner of his eye before he stumbled into an unfamiliar room, but dismissed it when he found himself surrounded by instruments of all kind.

Throughout the room were a multitude of instrument stands, some holding sheet music while others were holding the musical contraptions themselves. James could recognize a lot of them. There was a clarinet, a flute, a piccolo. There were multiple guitars of all kinds. There was a tuba and saxophone on stands by the hall closest. A piano sat next to an open window, a spring breeze moved the curtains ever so slightly. The owner of the house sat on her couch, patiently waiting for her guests to take in the sight.

Sona played a welcoming tune to bring their attention to her, welcoming them to her home. "The honor is mine, Sona." James said, returning her greeting. Sona smiled and played another tune, telling the teen he was welcome.

Ahri watched in annoyance as the two talked. "How in the world do you understand so much from her just playing a few notes?" She asked. James chuckled, ruffling up her hair as he did so.

"Music is just another way of conveying a message. I thought you would know that by now seeing as she is your friend."

"That still doesn't answer the question."

"I've gotten a nack for it after a few years of listening to the radio." James was momentarily distracted as Sona played a questioning tune. "I don't know the best way to describe it, but a radio is a machine that works on radio waves to convey sounds. Most of the world uses it for music, news, and sports, but the military has their own personal radio waves I believe."

Ahri sighed, deciding that they should move on before she got more jealous. "Sona, did you get the application forms?"

Sona nodded, pointing to a stack of papers on the piano bench. James, however, didn't quite understand. "What application papers?" He asked, letting go of Ahri's hand as she walked over and picked up the papers. "Ahri, what papers."

"Ones you want to sign." Ahri said, handing the papers to James with a pleased smile. "I contacted Sona two days ago and had her get these for me. You can choose the days your available, so it won't clash with school or work. I'm expecting one hell of a reward for this, by the way."

James was silent, staring at the headline of the application. It was an official invitation to the league of legends, written by the institution itself. James had to sit down as he began to go through the papers, reading it carefully before he took the pen that Ahri handed him and began to fill out the form at the end, shaking his head in wonder.

"I truly don't care anymore. Whatever you want, Ahri, il give it to you. As long as it's mine to give away." James finished and handed the pen back, already aware of what she wanted. "I fucking love you."

"Me too James. Me too." Ahri kissed him and grabbed his hand again, leading him to the door. Sona followed, locking up the house as she closed the door. Ahri led the way to the institution, dragging James through the crowd of Summoners and champions alike. James's eyes darted all over the place, examining absolutely everything around him. A lot of people were looking back at him also, his clothes not fitting in with the rest of the city and standing out like a sour thumb. The girls couldn't help but giggle at the attention he was getting, Sona playing a laughing tune on her etwahl and Ahri smiling gently as her boyfriend took her role of acting like a complete child.

James finally noticed all the looks he was getting and shrunk down a little, slouching his shoulders and drawing closer to Ahri. The fox girl brushed his arm with one of her tails, reassuring the teen. James smiled at her gratefully, straitening up to his full hight and copying her stride. Some of the looks he was getting turned stony, but James held himself so it appeared as if he didn't notice.

They had to separate at the institution when James was called in for testing. Ahri and Sona waited in the waiting area for the champions, Sona because she had a match scheduled in a little while and Ahri waited for James (and because she was told she would be fighting herself due to her long time out of contact.)

Sona disappeared first,being called to the field by a summoner. Ahri was called a few minutes later, finding herself in the normal dark space while she waited to be released on the battlefield. She accepted the mental link with her summoner, greeting them traditionally. The other end of the link stayed silent, instead probing her as if trying to get used to the controls.

"Hey newbie, relax." She told the summoner. "I'll help you on the way, just tell me what to do."

"If you say so Ahri. I don't want to fail my first ever match." James voice said in her head, causing her to smile as he somehow embraced her mentally. "Surprised?" He asked playfully.

"Not one bit." Ahri replied happily. "In fact, I'm relieved. You had me worried with the silence."

James chuckled. "Sorry about that. I had to talk with the council." His voice suddenly turned serious, a great apprehension and excitement flowing off of him in their mental link. "Let's go."

The field of justice appeared before them, just how Ahri remembered. James directed he to the shop and bought her grab a dagger, telling her to trust him when she asked why. They then checked out the rest of their team. Jax stood to the side with his staff, patiently waiting for the match to start. Rengar stood next to him with his arms crossed. Next was Sona, who gave Ahri a friendly smile from her pedestal. The little furry figure of teemo stood at the last spot, eyeing the jungle route.

Over her mental link Ahri heard James say to the other Summoners to tell him if they came upon any champions. Then the match started and the couple was off, their minds so attuned to each other they didn't need to communicate. This was a new experience to both of them, giving Ahri full access to James's mind and James full access to her own. Ahri couldn't help but laugh as she charged down the middle row ahead of her team.

"Bots dead ahead." James said, his intentions transmitting into actions for Ahri. She sent out some of her orbs and spread chaos through the enemy ranks, shortly followed by blue fires attacking those that still stood. Ahri then dashed in to close combat, something she would never have done normally, but James knew what he was doing. Ahri weaved in and out of the enemy blows, a laugh escaping her lips. She cut and slashed as she passed enemies, dodging effortlessly through gaps she never thought possible. But due to James's through the roof reaction time and his ability to track a multiple amount of moving targets, Ahri could finally appreciate what kind of monster a video gamer is. They weren't especially strong physically, but their brains were a notch above everyone else. And it felt wonderful. James put her through motions that stretched and used every muscle in her body, her spells timed perfectly with her motions. Whenever they came across another champion, the fox girl was a living tornado, casting spells and leaving cuts as she cut very close to her prey. The poor victim couldn't keep their eyes on her and were cut to ribbons, dying rather quickly from the hail of spells and cuts.

"James, I need a breather." Ahri panted, slowing down and taking a knee. Jax and Rengar passed her as they moved forward.

James head was a whirl, keeping track of the battle and running along multiple possible outcomes and debating over his next move. "Fall back and rest for now. You've earned a break." Ahri did as she was told, falling back to her side of the field. So far the only problem they had had was the towers. James didn't know how to handle these to well and Ahri took over, focusing on using long distance attacking of her orbs.

"I have to wonder why the hell your so unknown in your world." Ahri commented, sitting down on the ground. The sounds of battle echoed from down the lane, but Ahri knew James would jump into gear as soon as he sensed danger.

"Because I don't let the fact that I'm smart get out to much." Ahri chuckled, fully aware that he meant it. A nation wide video game master, hiding in a school. "Are you ready to resume combat?" James asked.

"Yeah. I should be able to go." She got to her feet,waiting for James directions. Instead she found herself completely under her own control.

"Show me what you can do. I'll back you up when you get in trouble, but show me how you fight on your own." Ahri paused for a moment before a wild glint popped into existence and she took off, fully planning on enjoying herself.

Ten minutes later the enemy teams nexus laid in shambles, Ahri panting heavily but dearly pleased with the results of her efforts. Her team stood around celebrating, high giving each other and chatting happily about of the match. Rengar was looking at Ahri in an analyzing manner, clearly impressed by how hard she fought in battle. Ahri put on a cheesy smile and held up two fingers in a victory sign.

Then the world flashed and she found herself in the waiting hall again. Ahri sat down on one of the benches and leaned against the wall, her exhaustion gone but the rest much appreciated. After a few minutes rest she got to her feet and left the room to the main hall, expecting to find James in the middle of a cheering crowd due to his unusual ability to control his champion perfectly. What she found was the main hall in a normal state of people rushing to and from, standing around talking, and watching recaps or live matches on screens positioned throughout the room.

"Took you long enough." A shiver shot down Ahri's spine as the voice spoke from her five o'clock position. "Take a few more steps and your fan club with come in with massive force." Ahri spun around, a grin growing on her face.

"Since when did you learn to hide that well?" She asked James, placing one of her hands on her hips as she examined his appearance. James had donned a traditional purple Summoners robe and was leaning against the wall with his head angled slightly down, his eyes facing forward but not locking onto anyone else's.

"Same time I learned to run like my life depended on it." James replied, locking eyes with her. A smile of his own spread on his lips. "Life's hard when your a tiny guy who doesn't make to many friends. Sport players back then were one hell of an opponent."

"Weren't you competitive at that too?"

"Not till later. Kind of got addicted to it when they started to panic a few years later when their favorite punching bag started to beat them at their own games." He chuckled to himself as he remembered the little kid darting around and under the bugger kids, completely monopolizing the ball. Quite a few times the players went foul and attacked him, so he also got used to taking blunt impacts. He'd never tell her that part though.

"So, now what?" Ahri asked, taking a spot next to James. The crowd was starting to take notice, the fox girl sensing an increase in the amount of people casting glances at her.

"I passed the entrance exam with flying colors, so I don't have anything else to do." James pushed off of the wall and stood on his feet, glancing to the side as he did so as to keep eye contact with Ahri. "So why don't you give me a tour?"

Ahri shrugged and grabbed his hand, silently pulling him through the crowd. "We got an hour by my guess. Keep up if you want to enjoy yourself." She broke contact and took off at a run, James following close on her heels. The pair laughed like madmen as they wove through the crowd, enjoying their chase.