Cyber-Jump Mansion, 3rd POV
Jack gave a muffled groan as a knock came at his door. He pulled the blankets above his head, grumbling to himself.
The click of his door opening came, and then a high pitched squeel as a little mess of red hair bounded across the floor and jumped on the bed.
She landed right on top of Jack.
All the air left Jack's lungs and he grunted in pain as the little girl pushed at his shoulder.
"Get up Jay! Get up get up get up!" Tori exclaimed, bouncing on the bed slightly.
"Mmph, Tori...Please get your knee off my side." Jack mumbled, one eye cracking open.
The little femme laughed, but did as told, though continued to shake Jack.
"C'mon! Breakfast is ready! Get up!"
"Not hungry."
Tori pouted, crossing her arms.
"I'll get the twins! They'll help me get a big ol' tub of water, and we'll dump it on ya!"
Jack turned over with a muffled groan, a smile on his face as he tossed the covers off of him and sat up.
"I'm up, I'm up!"
Tori shrieked as Jack lifted her and tickled her mercilessly.
She giggled uncontrollibly, trying to escape, but failing.
Finally Jack released her.
"Alrighty, I've got a mission for you Tori." He said, face masked with fake seriousness.
"A mission?" Tori asked, Eyes shining with excitement.
"Yes, a mission. Now I want you to go and make sure no one hogs all the food."
Tori nodded vigerously, giving a small salute before running off.
Jack chuckled, standing and shutting the door before going to his backpack and looking through the few bits of clothes he'd packed.
He changed into a pair of jeans and a simple, soft blue t-shirt. He went to the bathroom that was connected to his room, quickly brushing his teeth and hair before leaving.
Once in the hall, he followed the same path that the twins had used to lead him to his room the previous day.
When he entered the diningroom/kitchen, Jack was surprised to hear people talking in frustration.
"Agh! C'mon Tori, I'm hungry!"
"Tori, this isn't nice!"
"Tori!"
Jack watched as the others all crowded around the kitchen, attempting to get at the platters of food.
"Who told her to make us starve?" Allen asked angrily.
Jack burst into laughter.
"T-Tori! Wh-what're you doing?" Jack asked, walking over.
The little girl, sitting on the island in the middle of the kitchen smiled.
"You gave me a mission! You said to make sure no one hogs all the food!"
Jack laughed harder, shaking his head.
"Yeah, but that doesn't mean you have to starve them, Tori. Alright, c'mere."
Jack lifted the little femme, turning to the others.
"Sorry! I didn't know she would do that." He said apologeticly as Tori hugged him around the neck.
Blaine laughed.
"Well, she is six, Jack. She does a lot of things we don't expect."
The others (Allen excluded) agreed before going and taking plates, loading them up.
"Jack! You help me get my food?" Tori asked, head tilting as she looked at Jack. The raven youth nodded, smiling.
"Sure! What are you in the mood to eat?"
He set down Tori on the island again, grabbing a plate and piling on the foods that the little red-head pointed to.
"Alright, here you go! Now find a good place to sit and I'll sit with you if you want." Jack supplied as he helped Tori down and handed her the plate.
The little girl nodded eagerly before running over to the table.
Jack was the last to sit down just as Liam came in.
"Good morning everyone! Jack, did you sleep well?"
The raven male blinked looking up before nodding.
"Yeah, I did. Thanks for asking."
The others conversed while Jack silently ate, only talking now and again, and ususally it was only because Tori would ask a question. But then Blaine spoke up.
"So Jack, you never had a chance to answer me and Liam's question before the twins dragged you off."
Blue-grey eyes flashed.
"Hm? What question?" Jack asked in confusion.
Blaine laughed lightly.
"Why did you decide to be a part of Project Cyber-Jump." She reminded.
"Oh." Jack stated blankly.
The raven male looked down at his plate, using his fork to push around his food.
"Well...I've always wanted to be able to help people, and being with the 'bots just made me wish just that much more to be able to help...So I guess that when Agent Fowler told me about Project Cyber-Jump, I figured that, y'know...It was a chance to do just that."
Jack's cheeks were stained a soft red as he rubbed the back of his neck sheepishly.
The teen suddenly felt all eyes on him.
"Anyway! What's on the agenda for today?" Jack hurredly asked, wanting to desperately get the conversation off of him.
Liam smiled, folding his hands.
"Well, while everyone else trains, Allen and I will both give you a tour of the building and take you for a 'check-up', you could call it."
"Wait, what? Why do I have to go with you guys!" Allen exclaimed angrily.
Liam simply smiled wider.
"You don't seem to like Jack very much, I thought if you got to know him better, then you would find that you both may share many things in common."
"Share something in common? As if!"
Jack grimaced, looking down at Tori who tugged on his shirt.
"Don't worry Jack! Allen jus' doesn't know how nice you are!"
Jack smiled, leaning down and ruffling the little girls hair gently.
"Thanks, Tori. That makes me feel much better."
Little Tori giggled, grabbing at the hand that was atop her head.
Jack then stood, taking his plate to the large sink and washing it off before sticking it in the dishwasher. Turning, he dried his hands with a dish towel.
"Well, I'm ready to go whenever you guys are." Jack said with a smile.
Liam stood with a smile, giving Allen a look that had the young man standing as well, though with a scowl on his face.
"Alright then. Why don't we head to the labratory, then we can go visit Dr. Simmal for your check up."
Jack nodded, moving to stand with the two other males.
"Now all of you get to training! And please, no blowing up anything this time." Liam said, giving all the others a stern look.
After they all gave their own forms of agreement, Liam nodded, satisfied before leading Jack and Allen out of the room.
Jack remained silent, listening as Liam gave him a better tour of the house. Allen grudgingly followed, arms crossed.
"And this...! Is the main labratory. Here we examine each cybernetic piece, and try to determine who they are compatable with."
The room was white walled, with glass cylinder containers that held different cybernetics. Scientists were scattered throughout the room, examining the tech, working on computers or having heated discussions.
Jack followed Liam and Allen at a slower pace, only half listening now as he examined the cybernetics in the glass cylinders.
"And this is Mrs. Silverford. She is the lead medic here, and will be giving you your check up."
Jack looked at the woman. She was shorter by a couple inches, and had long brown hair in a braid. Black rimmed glasses sat on her nose, covering her light hazel eyes.
"So you're Jack. It's a pleasure to meet you." The woman stated, offering a hand.
"Yeah, nice to meet you too." Jack replied, accepting the offered hand and shaking it.
"So why don't you come with me and we'll make sure everythings ready for when we implant the cybernetics."
Jack nodded, and he, Liam and Allen followed the woman.
She opened the door to a small room that had a table for Jack to sit on.
"Alright, we have the basics on record. I just need to make sure you don't have any illnesses and that the tech can properly be implanted without any complications."
Jack nodded.
"Any problems with needles?" The woman asked as she pulled on latex gloves.
"Nope. My mom was a nurse, so that sort of thing doesn't bother me." Jack replied, already pushing up his sleeve.
"Oh! Then this should be no problem for you."
And it was. A blood draw and a few shots later and the three males were on their way again.
"So, day after tomorow you'll get your tech implanted. We'll give it a couple days to adjust, then start your training." Liam said, looking over his shoulder at Jack.
"Any questions?"
"Can I see the training room you were talking about?"
Liam looked slightly surprised, but nodded, leading the way.