Me: I'm so sorry for not updating in a while; I've been really busy lately and I had writer's block because my outline was very vague for this chapter.

Buttercup: Busy doing what? It's summer!

Me: Hey, it's my life, my business! Just say the disclaimer already.

Buttercup: Gilly boy does not own anything except the idea.

Me: Wow that was short.

Butch's POV

The next day…

Brick told us that he wants a day to himself and wants to be alone so let's see, what to do? Vandalize the city, been there done that; mess with the hags, nah it'll be suicide (three against one, do the math genius); skateboarding, sure why not.

At the skate park, I gathered quite a crowd showing off some of my sick moves.

"I don't see what's so amazing about him; if he wants to show off, at least do it right." Wait… I know that voice.

With that thought, I find myself on the ground.

"See what I mean," said the voice. I look up and see a kid about my age wearing a green cap covering raven spiked hair, not the person I was thinking of.

"Oh and you think you can do better," I retorted, rubbing my head.

"Is that a challenge?"

"Maybe it is!"

"I accept," she said, "first on the other side wins."

"You're on!"

"Ready, get set, GO!"

We were off, I had a head start but I couldn't resist showing off. I did grinds and jumped off the half pipe. I looked back and the kid was nowhere in sight. I was too busy looking that I ran into the railing, knocking the wind right out of me. I heard someone laughing, my face turning red with anger and embarrassment, looked over at the kid. He had already crossed the finish line!

"Kaoru Matsubara remains the undefeated champion," someone announced.

"Hope you enjoy losing to a girl!" Kaoru shouted.

What? I lost to a girl! If Brick and Boomer know about this, they would never let me live it down.

I got up and dusted myself off. The small crowd moved aside as stepped to Kaoru.

"I want a rematch!" I shouted.

"Sure, when you have better moves," she retorted.

"Oh, burn," said someone in the crowd, I shot him a glare and he shut up quick.

"I'll be looking forward to it, but who am I competing against?" asked Kaoru.

"Butch Jojo," her eyes widened with recognition. She looked like she wanted to take a step back but she was too proud.

I see that the Rowdyruff reputation is known, which pleased me.

Kaoru recovered quickly.

Then I heard something ringing. Kaoru seemed relieved; she took a cell phone out of her pocket.

"I gotta go," with that, she hoped on her skateboard and left.

I hope I'll see her again, I want that rematch.

Boomer's POV

I didn't know what to do next, so I figured I'd wonder around a bit. After walking for maybe fifteen minutes, some bubbles started floating by. I stared at the perfect spheres for a moment before one popped on my nose. For some reason, it brought a small smile to my face.

Looking for the source, I spotted a girl with blonde pig-tail curls sitting on the bench on top of the hill.

I walked quietly so I wouldn't startle her.

She blew one big bubble then smaller ones inside. It was hypnotizing to watch the smaller bubbles swirling. The bigger bubble popped, releasing the smaller ones. "Shabon Freedom," she sighed; turning her head the other direction; her sky blue eyes going out of focus and a tiny blush coming in her cheeks.

"You're really good at that," I said.

Snapping out of her daydreaming, she looked at me. She smiled warmly and patted a spot next to her; strange we've only just met and she's already treating me like an old friend

I hesitated for a moment before joining her.

She handed me a bubble blower. I tried blowing a couple but they always popped in my face.

"It's okay, I didn't get it the first time either," she said. "I'm Miyako Gotokuji," holding out her hand.

"Boomer," taking it; Miyako let out a small squeak. "What? What is it?"

"Nothing, nothing," said Miyako, laughing nervously. She's a terrible liar.

"Here, I'll show you how to do it," she said, changing the subject. She was suddenly alert, you can visibly see her tense up; either ready to run or fight.

She blew the bubble and it seemed to calm her down a bit as she watched the bubble float up into the sky. Although she still kept a wary eye on me.

Then it started to rain.

"I better get going," said Miyako and left.

I wonder if I'll see her again.

Me: I'm not talking to the others right now, sorry but I'm tired and I have to get my teeth pulled tomarrow.

Buttercup: That's got to hurt.

Me: At least they knock me out first. Even though I hate needles, my mom and the nurses have to hold me down just for a shot.

Buttercup: You're fifteen! Show a little backbone!

Me: I think I made it obvious that I don't have one. Oh, and one the reviews said I should torture Butch and Boomer. I just tortured Butch in this chapter 'cause nothing hurts a guy more than his pride! Next chapter is Boomer's turn!

Boomer: Hey gilly boy, look what I got. :-]

Me: Needle! Aaaahhhh! *runs*

Boomer: Come back here! Your mom said I can give you the shot. *runs after her*

Me: Have you even washed your hands? Buttercup, help!

Buttercup: Butch pass the popcorn.

Butch: Sure. *passes the popcorn*

Me: You guys are no help! Review while I hide.