Ok, so here is the first chapter of the AU story for you to have a read of. This is inspired by BenLosKoGanCraze's Teaching Assistant, so check that you if you haven't already. Let me know what you think :D

Monday-10:00am- Carlos POV:
I'm Carlos De Vil, a 17 year old teenager, and today was the first day of my new internship at the biggest tech company in Auradon, AuraTech, known for its massive production of phones, tablets, and any technology that is about. I got very lucky and was able to win this opportunity, allowing me to pursue my dreams of developing and programming tech. The company itself is owned by Belle and Beast, two of the six 'Fabled' as they are known.

The other Fabled include Maleficent, who runs the biggest pharmaceutical company, producing and researching new medicines and cures. Everything she made was infused with a little bit of magic, so the healing process was shortened significantly. The Good Queen, who rules the neighbouring kingdom, Auradon's biggest trading partner. Jafar, who runs the largest supermarket chain, selling everything and anything anyone would need and finally my mother, Cruella De Vil, who runs the largest fashion empire. However, when entering the competition, I wanted to show what I could do, so I used a different last name. Whether that would bite me in the ass or not, we will find about.

Anyway, the first day of my internship was beginning, as I walked into the massive, looming office building, which must have been at least 50 floors high. From what I could tell, each floor had a different purpose, some being used for design, some for management and some for programming to name a few. Anyway, I approached the desk, readying myself for the day ahead.

"How many I help you?" the receptionist asked, not even looking up from her computer screen. She was the typical receptionist, with long, dark hair, and wearing a pair of glasses.

"Um H-Hi. I'm Carlos. I won the internship" I said, stuttering slightly as I did so. I'd always been nervous in social situations, due to my experiences at secondary school. Suffice to say they didn't help my self-confidence. She glanced up from the screen, staring at me as she did so.

"Oh, yeah. Ben told me about that. It must be really exciting for you" she said, shuffling some files about, and grabbing one with my name on. "Here this is for you. It's got all the information in about what you will be doing over the 5 weeks. By the looks of it, you will be spending a week in each faculty, Management, R&D, Programming, Design and finally Manufacturing. That way you will get a chance to experience everything." She said, getting my from behind the desk, handing me the file, and making her way over to the lift, gesturing me to follow.

I awkwardly followed, and she pressed the button for the top floor. 'God, this is going to be a long lift ride' I thought to myself, seeing number 55 light up as the lift began to move. "So, where are you from?" she asked, trying to make conversation, something I didn't want. I was more than happy to stand in silence the entire time, but apparently she wasn't.

"Um, I've just finished at Aura High" I said, trying to sound interesting.

"Really, I thought you were only 17" she said, obviously she had been reading up on me.

"Yeah, I managed to skip a year" I said, trying not to sound too smug.

"God, so you must be smart" she replied, and I just chuckled.

"Yeah, I guess" was all I could say.

"So, why'd you apply for this?" she asked, still trying digging into my past.

"I've always liked technology, and programming, so I thought it would be good. I want to do something like this in the future" I replied, sounding like every teenage boy ever.

"Well, I'm sure Ben will be impressed" she said, as the lift came to a stop, signalling we were here.

"Who's Ben?" I asked, as the doors opened, sending me into a euphoric state. Stood there was the most gorgeous man I had ever seen. His light brown hair flowed over his forehead, his emerald eyes glistened in the sunlight, and his shirt perfectly outline his sculpted body. I was snapped out of my trance when he spoke up.

"I am" was all he said, as I shook my head regaining some small portion of my brain. I gave him a confused look, and he chuckled. "I'm Ben" he repeated, and I clicked.

"Oh, right. Sorry" I replied, finally stepping out of the lift and onto the. There was technology everywhere, with screens outlining the walls, each playing a different TV show, on mute of course. Computers lined the middle of room, each in its own open space. There were sofas scattered in one of the corners, along with a ping pong and football tables, allowing for recreational activity. The room was painting a bright white, with different vibrant colours running through it, reds and yellows following different patterns. "Wow, I did not expect this" I said, now fully walking around the office, exploring every inch of it. I could see Ben and the receptionist conferring about something, before she made her way back down the lift.

"Carlos, would you follow me" he said, leading me into a secluded office at the back of the room. I say secluded, but the whole room was made of glass, allowing anyone to see in and out. He walked behind the desk, motioning me to sit in the chair in front of him, and I couldn't help but stare. "Carlos, hello?" I heard him question, snapping me back out of the trance.

"Yeah, sorry. I started to day dream" I replied, and instantly blushed as I did so. I heard him chuckle, before he began to speak.

"So, you're my new intern?" he began, and I nodded. "I have to say, I was pretty impressed by your app, it was definitely unique, and I had been looking forward to meeting the man behind it. Tell me, what gave you the idea?" he asked, and I blushed a slightly deeper shade. I'd designed an app that allowed people to send pictures to each other, as well as text on top of it. 'Snapstagram' what my awkward name for it, as I couldn't think of anything else.

"Well, it started as a way for my friends and me to talk to each other. It started off small, with only a few of us on the network, but when I heard about this opportunity, I knew other people might like to use it." I confessed, now staring down at the floor, and twiddling with my thumbs. This felt like a very awkward interview, one I did not sign up for.

"That's pretty cool. You do know that the company owns it now though right?" he said, and my head snapped up to him. I wasn't bothered about making money off it, but I at least wanted the credit.

"Wait what?" I said, and he broke into laughter.

"I'm joking. But we can help you make it public if you want?" he said, and I blushed deeper. 'My product, out for everyone to use, that's incredible.' I thought to myself.

"Yeah, that would be nice" I confessed, and he smiled back. I saw him typing on his keyboard, and before long, he spun his screen around to me, handing me the mouse.

"Do the honours" he said, the screen showing the launcher that would place the app online. I clicked it, and he spoke up once again. "Congrats. You are now the proud inventor and owner of Snapstagram. As a gesture, the company had decided to subsidise the app, allowing it be used for free. We will also maintain it for you, updating it regularly" he said, smiling at me. I got all awkward, and stared back at the floor, but with the largest smile on my face.

He was quick to speak up again. "Now, onto the real business" he said, causing me to look at him once again. This time I focused on those eyes those deep, emerald eyes. "Carlos?" he said again, as I realised I was awkwardly staring at him, and he started to get uncomfortable. "Are you ok? You keep staring at me. If I didn't know any better I'd say…" he began, but I was quick to interrupt.

"I'm gay ok?" I kinda snapped back at him, causing him to jump slightly in his seat.

"I was gonna say that I would think you'd fancy me" he continued, with me now avoiding all eye contact, and pulling on the sleeve of my shirt in nerves. This was never a good situation for me to be in, as it never ended well.

"So, what happens now? I should just go" I said, grabbing my bag, and getting up from the seat.

"Why are you going? You haven't done anything wrong" he said, getting up from his desk, and walking over to me.

"Wait, you don't hate me?" I replied, turning towards him, but still awkwardly staring at the floor.

"Why would I hate you? If anything, I admire you for being so brave." He replied, as he motioned me to sit back down. "And besides, if I hated you, I'd have to hate myself" he joked, taking his seat.

"Wait, are you?" I said, not wanting to use a specific word, as I didn't want to offend him.

"Well, I'm Bi. But we do have loads of LGBTQ+ workers here" he said, motioning to the workforce. I smiled, placing my hand onto the desk, trying to relax myself. He placed his hand on top of mine, and I suddenly got a rush throughout my body. It was nothing I had ever experienced before. He hands were so soft, and his touch made me feel almost safe and protected. "You're not alone here Carlos. Don't be afraid to be yourself" he said, giving me the warmest smile, causing me to melt inside.

"Anyway, back onto business. So this first week will be in management. Basically, you'll be spending the week with me, seeing how the business is run and attending some of the meeting with the board, reviewing our performance blah blah blah. You know, the dull stuff" he joked, causing me to slightly relax. "Next week, you'll be down in R&D with Lonnie. She's the company's innovative director. Any new product that comes out the company, she has had some input into, focusing on what the company wants. She's the reason we created the AuraBox. Third week is with Jane. She's our creative director. Any product Lonnie comes up with, Jane designs. She's why our phones only have the one button. After that it's programming with Doug. He's the one that writes the programming for our devices, as well as our new programs. He's the one that will be looking after your app. And your final week will be with Chad in manufacturing. That will give you the chance to see how all the products are build and put together. As well as seeing the inner workings of our products." Ben finally finished, me following what he said on my time table.

"Any questions?" he said, before taking a sip of water from his cup. I just shook my head, excited to begin. "Ok, now first. I want a cup of coffee. Two sugars please" he said, turning to his computer, and starting to work. I just looked at him, hoping he was joking, but he wasn't. "Hurry up. God, you're not making a very good start" he said, looking up at me. I just sighed, as I got from the desk, making my way out of his office. "Carlos, I'm only joking" he then said, bursting into a fit of laughter. I just looked at him, with a pout, causing his laughter to calm a little. "Aww, don't give me a pouty face, give me a happy face" he joked, ushering me over to the desk.

"God, you just like to tease me don't you" I replied, still unsure on his intentions.

"It's because you look so cute when you're shocked" he replied, still chuckling to himself, before realising what he had said.

Ben's POV:
'Oh God, what have I just said' I thought to myself, after calling Carlos cute. I blushed slightly, before trying to quickly change the conversation. "So, we have a meeting at 11:30 with the board, taking about our current stock prices and what not. You don't have to attend it if you don't want to" I said, trying to avoid eye contact with him.

"No no. I'd like to, that's why I applied for the internship" he replied, and I was both happy and disappointed. For some reason, I felt some connection to Carlos, though it couldn't quite place it. When I touched his hand, I got a sudden rush, almost euphoric. Something said that I should protect him, and keep him safe. But I also didn't want to spend time with him. The more I did, the more our connection grew, and I couldn't risk losing control. I mean, he was an intern, and only 17 years old.

"Ok, well that'll last for about an hour long" I replied, looking back at him once again. "After that, I'll take you on a tour of the building, showing you were you'll be over the coming weeks. We'll finally get some lunch, and then you can help me with some work" I finally finished, with him looking so excited.

"That sounds great!" he said, obviously not expecting how tedious the meeting would be.

The meeting finished at 13:00, running a little later than it should have, and I could see Carlos' face throughout the entire thing. He started off looking really interested in the meeting, making notes about the different products, their sale prices, and the income they were generating. The board then asked about any new products, and I told them about Carlos' app, explaining what it was, and how it worked. They seemed impressed, and this made Carlos smile like nothing before. 'God, it was such a cute smile as well, fully showing off the dimples he had. No, stop it' I thought, trying to get the thoughts out of my head.

By this point, 45 minutes had passed, so the meeting still had 45 minutes to go, although at the time we didn't know that. The board started to talk about our competitors, and the work they were completing, basically accusing them of copying us, and Carlos tried to stay interested, but quickly zoned out. By the looks of it, he started to day dream, staring at me from across the table. I winked at him, causing him to snap out of his trance, as he blushed, and started to doodle in his notebook, obviously uninterested about the meeting. The pair of us were the first to leave, with me excusing us, staying we were late for something. What, I can't remember, but I needed an excuse. "You enjoy that?" I joked, leading him towards the lift. He just chuckled back

"Maybe I should have taken your offer". We stepped in, and I pressed the button for B1, causing Carlos to give me a funny look.

"Where does that go?" he asked, checking himself out in the mirror as he did so.

"God, vain much?" I replied, chuckling as he fixed his hair and straightened his shirt, "And, you'll see in a minute" I said, as the lift began to move. We travelled down the building, passing the bottom floor, and as we did so, the lift shaft became glass. I heard Carlos gasp, as the Manufacturing floor became visible through the shaft, showing all of the machines and equipment in use. "So, our first stop is Manufacturing. This is where all of the products are built, and shipped away" I said, as Carlos pressed his face against the glass.

"This place is incredible" he replied, as the lift came to a stop. We walked out onto the upper level, which had an overview of the work floor, and also contained Chad's office, the first person to visit on our tour.

Carlos POV:
I followed Ben to the office, where we were met by a rather buff, blond haired guy, who was sat behind his desk Chad, I think his name was. As soon as we walked in, he jumped up. "Sir, I didn't realise there was an inspection today" he said, straightening himself out. Ben was first to break into laughter, followed By Chad in front of us. They fist pumped, before pulling each other into a bro hug. 'God, this is weird' I thought to myself, as I awkwardly stood next to Ben, staring at the workshop. "Who's the Kid" I heard him say, causing me to look at him, blushing deeply as I did so. I felt Ben nudge me, and I knew I was all alone with this.

"I-I'm C-Carlos. I w-won the in-internship" I stuttered, trying to sound as confident as possible, but failing massively.

"Oh, that's so cool! Nice one" he exclaimed, placing his fist out for a fist bump. I awkwardly fist bumped him, trying to act like I was cool, but it didn't go very well.

"So, you're with me in the last week." Chad began, leading the way down onto the factory floor. "As you can probably tell, this is Manufacturing, where everything is built and produced. As you can see, most of the factory floor is filled with machines, completing different tasks for us" he continued, leading us through a maze of different machines. Some were welding parts into the cases, others screwing parts of laptops together. "However, our work hasn't been completely outsourced. We stick around, monitoring the progress of the machines, as well as adding the finishing touches. The staff give the tech a quick test before it passes through those door" he finished, pointing towards some large doors on the far side of the room. "Any questions?" he asked, as my jaw continued to drop every time we walked through a new section, seeing a new machine at work.

"Wow" was all I could say, causing Ben and Chad to chuckle.

"This is the least glamorous part of the building, so you're easily impressed" Chad joked, but I was quick to respond.

"It's not the aesthetic of the place that interests me, but more the programming that has gone into it. Getting all these machines to work in sync with one another, in perfect harmony. That's wow" I replied, staring down at a row of machines, each completing their tasks.

"It's pretty amazing, that's for sure" Ben said, draping his arm over my shoulder. "Come on, let's head to our next stop" he said, leading me back towards the lift.

"I'll see you in a few weeks" I heard Chad shout, as he headed back up the stairs to his office.

We got back into the lift, and Ben pressed the button for floor 25. "Where to now" I asked, and he chuckled.

"I'm not going to tell you where we're going. You're just gonna have to wait" he responded, and I pouted slightly. "Carlos. Don't give me that face, give me a happy face" he said once again, and I continued to pout. "I'm your boss now. You should probably do what I say" he then said.

"God, power crazy much" I said back to him, giving him a fake smile. He just laughed,

"Yeah, I am power crazy, and what?" he joked, causing me to join him in laughter. "We're here now anyway" he said, the doors opening to the most pristine white lab I had ever seen. Similar to Manufacturing, there were different types of machines, some I recognised at 3D printers, and some I didn't recognise at all. Computers lined the wall, each showing a different screen. Some were streaming with code, while others were showing some new models, and designs.

"Oh Hey" I heard a female voice say, and I turned to see someone walking towards us. "Ben, I didn't realise you'd be down today" she began, pulling him into a big hug. 'God, everyone's extra friendly here' I thought, the girl pulling back out of the hug.

"Carlos, this is Lonnie. She's in charge of the R&D Labs." Ben said, as Lonnie extended her hand for a handshake.

"Oh, so you're the kid that won the internship. I have to say, that app was really neat" she said, motioning us to follow her. "So, this is R&D. We basically dream up any new invention, and see if it's plausible. We're the reason the AuraBox was created" she said, showing us some of the computer screens. "At the moment, we are looking at the version of the APhones and APads, trying to make them faster, sleeker etc." She said, loading up her plans.

"If you have any suggestions, we'd love to hear them" Ben chimed in, and I was quick to take up the offer.

"What a-about an s-smart watch. One that could connect to the phone, and take calls and that" I said, with a tremendous about of nervousness in my voice.

"Carlos, that's genius" Ben exclaimed, whilst Lonnie wrote down the idea.

"It could monitor heart rate, and be used for exercise as well" Lonnie added, and I nodded.

"Well, we better let you get on. Carlos will be down next week, so he may be able to help you" Ben said, leading us back to the lift.

"Catch you then" Lonnie said, making notes about what I had said.

Floor 40 was our next stop, and Ben couldn't stop talking about my new idea. "Carlos that watch is absolutely genius" he began, and I blushed.

"It's nothing. Just a little idea I had" I said, trying to sound modest.

"Carlos, give yourself some credit! No one else thought of that idea. Yet another product that's to you" he said, pulling me into a hug. It felt so warm, so soft, and I felt so safe.

So, I hope you enjoyed that Chapter. So basically, AuraTech is apple because I'm unoriginal, and 'Snapstagram' is a family joke so I thought it would be funny to name the app that. Sorry if this isn't the best start, but let me know if you want this or Forever a King to continue on Thursday :)