It's time for another entry!
But first, here are the results so far for "Who do you think should I fall in love with in 'Jared's Diary'?":
Ruby: 3
Blake: 3
Harem: 3
Velvet: 2
Glynda: 2
Yang: 1
Coco: 1
Amber: 1
Weiss: 1
Pyrrha: 1
Everyone else: 0
So, yah.
Ruby, Blake, and a Harem are in a three-way tie; with Glynda and Velvet close behind. It's easy for me to fall in love with at least one character. But, for me getting a harem... FYI, I never wrote a harem fanfic before. So, that's going to be interesting. :/
And someone had directly voted for Pyrrha. I wonder who that can be... Well, at least they know what they wanted. That's understandable.
Anyway, these are NOT the final results, yet. You guys now have until my Halloween entry, before I make the announcement.
Yes, the final results were supposed to be in the next entry or two. But, I decided to have the final results on Halloween, because I think that entry makes more sense.
I'll only tell you this: This diary will have an impact on me, soon.
And now, let me answer some reviews:
impactor: 1.) I know...
2.) I'm glad you agree with me.
3.) Um, I'm not sure if that's going to work out, yet. I think it's really too soon for me to tell. Actually, I got more parts planned for this story. This is Part One. The next part will feature more characters from other shows; such as Dragon Ball, Fairy Tail, Marvel, DC, and many more!
4.) We already talked about this in a PM.
The OC Maniac: 1.) Thanks. It makes this story a lot more interesting once I incorporate some key events in my life. Like for this entry, I'm going to incorporate one of my biggest habits: School. And also, this isn't gonna be the only time I'm going to talk to them about Earth's problems. Sooner or later, I'm going to tell them about something controversial that happen last year. And I'm pretty sure one side is not gonna like this.
2.) No offense, but I disagree. There is gonna be some aspects of my personality that will result in some of the girls to care about me; or maybe one of the girls, or more if Harem wins, to fall in love with me. Trust me, you don't know everything about me, yet. But, if you are at least curious, you can vote up to 3 characters on my poll and see where do you want this story to go.
3.) To answer your most important statement, I have one particular teacher in school that grades my work. And that's my creative writing teacher. Originally, I was suppose to write like about 20 minutes in a journal of mine. But when I told her about my stories, she said to send me one of my works and I did just that. And then, this happen! I better hope that I get a good grade, as well!
And now, here's the next entry to my diary!
WARNING: Some of this story is based off on real events. If you see specific content that upsets you, such as the Trump White House, the recent Las Vegas massacre, Gun Control, or the death of Tom Petty (R.I.P.), then I suggest you skip that part. Thank you.
1/1/2020: This entry has been revised. Expect a few changes and some editing.
High School.
Those were very interesting memories.
There were many Ups and there were many Downs, but overall I would call my time there as a life-learning experience...
...and also an emotional experience.
It has been a long while since I last thought of these memories.
Time flies fast.
One day you're there, and then the next thing you realize it's all over.
I kinda do feel like that today.
But nevertheless, I could never forget my time in high school...
...especially during senior year.
October 2nd, 2017
8:25am
I started my school day with Pre-Calc. I just arrived back to school, after a 3-day weekend. My Abuelita left this morning, to return back to the city. She won't be back until the third week of October.
It was a normal day for me, but with little changes.
Dad has gone to work in Rhinebeck.
Mom is working at home.
And Emily is back at the high school.
The last one was the change.
Turns out college wasn't suitable for her. It was too rough for her, and my parents realize that she was not ready yet. So they decided to send her back to high school. At least, she's happy. In fact, all of her friends and teachers are happy for her returning here. I'm glad she's back, as well. And the best part is, she's in the same Pre-Calc class I'm in.
This is gonna be a great year for us. I just know it!
But, you cannot say that this day was gonna be perfect.
My teacher, Mrs. Schoonmaker, was reviewing the first unit we did to the class. We have a test on Wednesday, so we needed to be prepare. But, lucky for Emily, she didn't have to take the test. Good for her.
Anyway, I was focusing on what Mrs. Schoonmaker was saying when I suddenly noticed something outside; to the window on the right...
.
.
.
...And my eyes widen. Standing right outside, was Ruby Rose smiling, while waving her hand at me. My sister, who was sitting right next to me, noticed my face and turn to where I was looking. Even though I can't see her face, I can tell that she has the same reaction.
WHAT IS RUBY DOING HERE!?
I told her and her friends not to come to my school!
...Oh, I'm sorry.
I think I didn't tell you how this came into fruition.
Well, it all started the day after they all came to Earth...
September 6th, 2017
6:35am
I just got up and started getting ready for the first day of my senior year. My sister was still in college at the time, so she got to sleep a couple hours more than me.
It was just me and my Dad up, since he had to leave early as well.
My mom was up, as well, for different reasons. She wanted to documented my first last day of high school.
You know how Moms are.
My dad already served us egg sandwiches, and we were in the middle of eating breakfast. I almost had everything set up.
I packed my lunch.
I put my binders in my backpack.
I fed Nutmeg.
I got my schedule ready.
Everything was fine.
...Until we both heard the door to the living room suddenly opening.
"Jared?"
Me and my parents jumped a bit when we heard that voice. We all turn towards where the sound came from. Standing by the door were Ruby, Yang, Jaune, and Nora all wearing their pajamas.
I had no idea how their pajamas came with them.
And I had also forgotten that they, their friends, and possibly everyone else were on this planet.
It was only several hours ago since it happened, so of course we wouldn't have gotten used to their presence that quickly.
We all took a breather, once we knew why they were here.
"Oops. Sorry, for scaring you," Ruby cringed.
"No, it's alright," I accepted. They must've woke up when I fed Nutmeg.
"Why are you three up so early?" Jaune asked.
"Well, my dad has to go to work. His place is not close from us. I'm up because today's my first day of school. My mom's up because... well, she just wants to 'experience' the moment," I answered.
Again, you know how Moms are.
"Wait, you got school today? And it's your first day?" Yang asked.
"Yep. Prefect timing," I said with sarcasm.
"That's a damn shame," Nora said.
"Wait," Ruby was confused, "Why would you have school? Isn't there no Grimm here?"
"There isn't. My school doesn't teach me how to fight like yours. That's what military academies are for," I began, "My school just teaches me... basic stuff. Like math, history, english, science-"
"Boring!" Yang and Nora said.
"Oh, c'mon. It's not that boring. It's like Beacon, but with no combat classes. A grade school, like mine, also helps us become what we want to be when we grow up. Like for me, I want to be a screenwriter," I reassured them.
"What's a screenwriter?" Jaune asked.
"It's basically someone who writes scripts for movies, TV shows, cartoons, video games, etc.," I explained.
"That's cool, I guess," Yang said. Well, at least she's supportive.
"...Well, now that I think about it, your school sounds pretty interesting," Ruby added, which made me smiled, "Is it okay for us to come with you?"
That made me frown. "Oh, no," I answered, "I'm sorry, but that cannot happen."
"Why not?" Ruby frowned.
"Ruby, you and your friends are from another world. In fact to us, you are considered a 'fictional character'. If I take at least one of you to my school, someone is gonna recognize who you are, and they're gonna spread the word out; which will result in a full mass panic," I explained.
It's true. It could happen. But, to be honest, I don't think anyone from my school knows about RWBY. There were a couple of students last year who knew about the web series, but they graduated.
But still, it could happen!
"Well, he does have a point," Jaune joined in.
"Aw, man," Ruby drooped.
"It's okay, sis. Maybe we can go to your school when there's no students around?" Yang asked me.
"Yah, that can work," I nodded in agreement.
"Jared..."
Present...
8:30am
My memories were pulled out of my thoughts, as I look at Mrs. Schoonmaker, who just spoke to me. "Jared, are you writing these notes down?" she asked, strictly.
"Yes, sorry," I apologized, as I pretended to look at my binder. Thankfully, my teacher bought it and continued where she left off. My math teacher was very strict. If she sees someone doing something stupid, then that person is in serious trouble.
She's like Ms. Goodwitch a little.
I should probably just tell you how the rest of the memory went:
After we agreed on taking them to my school, under certain circumstances that must be included, I had gotten else everything ready. As my Dad started driving down our hill, my Mom started documenting the event, while my Ruby, Yang, Jaune, and Nora waved goodbye.
Ever since then, we tried to go to my school after each school day.
But, we never got the chance.
It was very hard for us to find the right time to do it. On every day after school, some of the teachers would stay after class. Also, on certain days, there would be sporting events at and around the football field. And the worst part is that the main buildings are closed on weekends and holidays!
I guess Ruby must've lost her patience...
Anyway, as my teacher was writing more notes down on the board, I slowly look back at the window at the corner of my eye. Just in time, I see Weiss pulling Ruby away from the window, by the ear.
So, I guess possibly the entirety of Team RWBY is here, as well! And maybe even JNPR was here with them!
"What are they doing here?" I muttered. What they're doing right now is very risky! There's a chance that someone could easily figure who they are! I do not want a mass panic, goddamnit!
And if that happens, it'll be the worst day of my life...
I then notice my sister pushing her binder closer to me. I look at her binder and saw all the notes that I haven't wrote down when I was thinking about that memory. I guess Emily must've done that, instead of looking at Ruby the whole time. I then look at her. She was raising an eyebrow at me. "Talk to them, before they do something they'll regret," she whispers.
She must've heard of what I said.
I nod in agreement. I then start copying down her notes, not before I whispered a quick "thank you".
9:24am
"What are you guys doing here!?" I nearly shouted.
Second period had passed and the school was now in Third period. Thankfully, I have study hall at the time. So, I asked my current teacher, Mrs. Kubart, to excuse myself; so I can go talk to them. My sister couldn't join me, since her next class wasn't study hall at all.
So, it was just me and Team RWBY standing outside near the main parking lot.
Yes, just Team RWBY.
I was thankful that Team JNPR didn't come along. That would've made things more complicated.
"I told you he would react like this, you dunce!" Weiss complained, looking at her partner.
"I'm sorry, but my curiosity got the better of me!" Ruby tried to explain, both answering Weiss and me.
I knew it. Ruby did lost her patience.
But, I couldn't blame her. She really wanted to visit my school. "No, no, it's alright," I said, calming myself down, "I should be the one apologizing. I should've took you all to my school sooner than later. It's just that I couldn't find the right time. I hope you four understand."
"It's okay, Jared. We understand what you mean," Blake accepted.
"Yah. It can get frustrating to focus on something that's so important," Yang added.
Oh, you have no idea, I thought, as it brought me back some memories from the web series.
"Thanks," I began, "So again, what are you girls doing here? You do know someone could easily recognize you."
"And, that is why we have decided to put on a disguise!" Ruby announced.
Actually, now that I look at them, the way they were dressed was pretty much foolproof.
Remember when we gave them our clothes to wear?
Well, this is the result.
Ruby was wearing a long sleeved red and black wool shirt, blue rolled-up jeans, and black shoes. She also had a white head band on top of her head.
Weiss was wearing a short sleeved white and blue striped T-shirt, light blue jeans, and light blue-laced white shoes. Her hair was not tied into ponytail. Instead, it was laid out for everyone to see. She also had a blue head band on top of her head.
Blake was wearing a plain white grayish sweat shirt, black jeans, and black shoes. She also had a black boater hat that covered her faunas ears. I'm pretty sure she still has her bow on, just in case the hat fell off.
Yang was wearing a light yellow, orange ended, v-neck shirt, tight blue jeans, and brown blackish boots. She also had her hair tied up in a ponytail; just like in Volume 4.
"Well, at least you don't look like each other in the show," I said. With what they're wearing right now, it's going to be much harder for anyone to recognize them.
I hope...
"Well, we'll take that as a compliment," Ruby cheerfully smiled.
"Still, you girls aren't students... here," as I said that, I then realized something. If they never been to my school before, then... "How did you girls know where my school was?"
None of the girls, answered.
Until Ruby shifted.
I mockingly narrow my eyes at her. "Ruby..."
"I... kinda followed your bus route on your way to school," Ruby shyly respond, while taping her fingers together.
All I could do was sigh and facepalm. "Ruby, you know stalking someone isn't the right thing to do."
"I-I-I wasn't stalking!" Ruby blushed a bit. She then slowly shifted her eyes away from me. "I just wanted to know where you were going."
To be honest, that was a lame excuse. But, at least she looks cute that way.
Anyway, it's still partly my fault in the first place. But, I was curious though, "How did you guys get here? I mean, Yang, you have Bumblebee, but I don't think your bike can take up to four people at once."
Oh yah, another thing that I left out. We actually found Yang's bike a couple of weeks back.
September 23rd, 2017
10:34am
On that day, me and Dad were planning on filling the holes on our road. We were gonna use the truck; the first in a long time. We haven't the truck since last spring. I think I said this, but the times my dad tried to use it, the battery would die.
Sadly, we couldn't buy any asphalt because it was too expensive. So, the next best option was gravel. But, in order to fill the holes, we would also need some shovels and rakes to smooth them out.
And they were in the garage.
We didn't expect what was inside.
My dad had just lifted the garage door, when we notice something that was not there before.
"Uh, Dad," I began, "I thought you gave Uncle Carmine his motorcycle back."
"I did. I don't know what this is," my dad responded. Standing in front of us, was a motorcycle covered in a tarp.
I had a hunch.
I walked over to the motorcycle and pulled the tarp off.
My hunch was right.
Underneath the trap was a futuristic yellow and black motorcycle. It was Yang's motorcycle; Bumblebee.
"I'll be right back, Dad," I said, heading back inside the house. "I gotta tell somebody."
10:40am
"My bike!" Yang shouted, and ran up to hug her vehicle. I guess they're close. She then looks back at us. "How did she get here?"
"We just... found her here," I replied. I wanted to appreciate her relationship with her bike. "I don't know how, though. Maybe by the Flashing Light?"
"Could be," she agreed.
"Wait," I suddenly spoken, "-if your bike's here...," I pointed at Bumblebee. I paused for a moment and scratch my chin. "Is it possible?" I whispered.
"What is it?" Yang got up from her bike. She must've heard me.
"If your bike's here, then is it possible that there might be other Remnant tech on Earth?" I theorized.
"Jared," my dad decided to join in, "I know that this world they're from has different technology, but if officials were to find this, a whole news story would've already been set."
"That's definitely certain. But, maybe they haven't found anything yet. Maybe their tech could be hiding somewhere deep in the woods, or in a cave,... or underwater," I explained more.
"Or maybe those droids from Atlas aren't here, at all," Yang added.
"Exactly," I agreed with her, "Which means, at some point we're gonna have to search the outskirts of the area before the authorities do."
Yang nodded back. She then smiles at me, "But still, thank you for finding my bike."
Present...
9:29am
So, in the end, Yang had to move her bike in the middle of the garage, because none of our cars would fit inside if Bumblebee was in the way. And after that, Dad and I patch the holes on our road.
Nothing else happen that day, except finding Yang's bike.
"Well, it wasn't easy, but my little sis here had to improvise," Yang patted her sister's head.
"For starters, I had to decide on who should ride with Yang," Ruby began.
"And who did you pick?" I asked.
"She chose me," Weiss crossed her arms, a bit annoyed, "It was either ride with her, or use my glyphs to get to your school." I think riding with Yang was the better option. Someone would've definitely saw her use those glyphs.
"In case your thinking about where my bike is, don't worry. I hid it in a place where no one will find it," Yang proudly said, putting her hands on her hips. Well, I don't see Bumblebee on the parking lot. So, I guess she hid it in the woods.
"So, how did you two get here?" I looked at Ruby and Blake.
"I used my semblance," Ruby answered.
"No one saw you use it, right?" I raised an eyebrow.
"Nope," Ruby innocently replied.
"I traveled through the woods," Blake answered next.
"I guess it must've been hard for you," I said.
"Actually no, it was pretty easy for me," Blake replied back. Of course, she would say that. She was formerly from the White Fang. One of their headquarters was in the middle of Forever Fall of all places!
I heavily sighed, and ran my hand up through my hair. "Well, I can't really send you guys back now. Otherwise, the unpredictable will happen."
"You mean, your gonna let us stay!?" Ruby said, already knowing what I'm about to say next.
"Yes," I answered.
Ruby and Yang cheered happily, while Blake smiled with delight, and Weiss just tiredly sighed.
"But!" I said with a serious tone. They all looked back at me, as I continue, "There's going to be a few rules here! Rule One; do NOT reveal your true identity. I know I said this before, but if any one finds out who you really are, then something bad is going to happen. Rule Two; do not show your semblances to anyone. If any one of you reveals this to any student or teacher in my school, then they will most likely freak out. And Rule Three; this one is specifically for you Blake, please don't reveal your faunas ears. Honestly, I don't think anyone will freak out if they see them. But, they might do something that may make you feel... uncomfortable."
"Aww, you care about her," Yang teased.
"I care about all of you!" I shouted.
"Ooo, already making moves on us?" Yang teased me even more.
Damnit, I knew this day would come. :(
"Yang, just stop," Weiss said, annoyed.
Thank you, Weiss. Thank you. :)
And besides, it's too soon for me to fall in love. Even more soon for getting that. You know what I mean.
"Anyway, I hope you guys follow these rules, and do not break any of them. You can either come to my classes, or go to my sister's classes, or just walk around the building until the school day is over. I think the best option is just going to mine or Emily's classes. But, it's up to you," I moved on.
"We don't know where your sister's classes are," Blake said.
And I just remembered that I don't know her schedule. "Oh, yeah.. right. Well then, I guess your gonna be with me for the rest of the day." I then turn around and walk towards the building. "Follow me. And if any of my friends and/or my teachers ask me who you are, then let me do the talking."
As a response, they all followed me inside.
10:55am
I had just gotten my lunch from the lunch ladies and was now sitting down at the table with RWBY in the cafeteria. I can already tell that some students were already looking us. Maybe a few of them at RWBY, but most of them were looking at me.
I'll be honest again. I wouldn't say this out loud, but you don't get to see a lone boy hanging out with very cute and beautiful girls at my school.
It never happens here. Ever.
"You know, your actually lucky for not doing anything today; besides math earlier," Yang said.
"Well, lucky for me, I don't have that much classes on these days. Like right after lunch, I have Government History. And after that class is done, the rest of the day is just study halls," I explained.
"Again, lucky," Yang smirked.
Luck be for all of us tonight. "Yah. But, tomorrow is different. I have more classes; first I have Creative Writing, then Gym, Post. Secondary, more Study Hall, Lunch, and lastly Spanish."
"Spanish? Isn't that what your grandmother speaks?" Weiss said.
"Yes. My school also has classes that helps me learn another language. There's only two right now; and that's Spanish and French," I explained.
"What's Post Secondary?" Blake asked,
"Post Secondary is where I get to learn the things I need to do as an adult; like create a bank account, learn how to cook, how to send mail at a post office, how to go shopping, how to get a job, etc," I explain more.
"That sounds interesting," Ruby smiles, but then raises an eyebrow, "And no offense, but aren't you suppose to learn that from your parents?"
"There are some kids out there who don't have enough time to get to learn about their independence. Either they're parents are so busy working, or they just don't want to learn at all. So, the school helps them get ready," I explain more.
"It's sad to know that there are people out who don't know the reality of this world," Blake solemnly said.
"I agree with both of you," Weiss nodded.
Even I agreed with them. Both of them had a rough childhood. I can see Ren and Nora agreeing with us, as well.
"What about your next class; Government? What does that do?" Weiss asked.
"Well, it's like History. But this class basically talks about my country's government; such as Politics, State Law, Criminal Law, Economics, and more," I then moved a bit closer to RWBY and whisper, "And between you and me, my government is not doing well these days."
"...Is your country like Atlas?" Blake whispered back.
"Not really. My country is a democracy; which means it's run by the people and for the people. But... ever since last year, our government has changed a bit," I answered.
"What do you mean?" Yang questioned.
"That's a story for another time. But, let's just say the United States is now led by an... 'entrepreneur'," I said. I narrow my eyes a bit, as I mention our current president. And I didn't want to mention his name, since I don't want to hear any backlash from any of the students.
"Are you serious!?" Weiss sharply whispers. She definitely got the idea.
I nod; seriously.
Weiss then sighs, "It's like my father all over again." I notice Blake narrowing her eyes in agreement
Let's face it, people. Weiss Schnee and Blake Belladonna would have definitely hated Donald J. Trump. PERIOD!
beep!
Suddenly, the bell rings; signaling for next class. "Welp, speaking of Government, that's where I'm going next," I said, as I got up from my seat. RWBY got up and they begin following me to my next class.
Wait, I didn't even get to eat my lunch!
11:31am
"Hey, Jared," my Government teacher, Mr. McDonough, greets me.
"Hello, Mr. McDonough," I wave back, as RWBY and I entered his classroom.
And that's when he noticed. "Who are these four young ladies? I don't remember seeing them in my class," Mr. McDonough asked.
"They're not. These are my friends. They just came here last month from England to study aboard. As of right now, they're home schooling with more friends of theirs. But they wanted to get know more about the pubic schools around here; to see what it's like. So, they're here visiting my classes for today and tomorrow," I lied.
I literally hate lying to my teachers. But, I just have no choice.
But, I can already tell that Yang and Ruby were mentally squealing when I said that they're visiting my school tomorrow.
"Oh, I didn't know about this. How about you introduce them to rest of the class?" Mr. McDonough suggested.
I turn to my classmates, who were either sitting down in their desks or standing next to their friends, looking at me and the girls. I have a feeling that a few of the boys are 'checking' them out.
Idiots.
"Hey, everyone. I would like to introduce to you all a few of my roommates who will be staying at my house for this school year. The girl with the red and black hair is..."
Oh, shit! I didn't even get to find some fake names for them!
C'mon, Jared! Think! What is a name that starts with an R; besides Ruby?
Hmm...
I got it!
"Rebecca Renee," I announce. Ruby then waved at my classmates.
"The girl with the platinum blonde hair is-" I was then interrupted.
"Elsa," Alex, one of the classmates, said. A few others chuckled at the mentioning of the Disney character.
It was then that I resisted the urge to nudge my forehead.
While Weiss may be a bit confused, I was annoyed. "No. Her name is Wilda Steffony," I finish. Weiss then bowed, as a greeting.
"The girl with the black hair is Brooke Beverly," I said. Blake wave casually, as a greeting.
"And the girl with the blonde hair is Yasmine Lane," I finish introducing. Yang winks at the classmates; more specifically at the boys. I think one of them just drop their pencil.
"They are all studying abroad this year from England. So, please treat them kindly," I said. And also try not to do anything stupid.
"And that means all of you," Mr. McDonough adds, "If I see any of you do anything offensive, or anything else that is completely stupid, then I'm sending you to the AP's office."
Throughout my years in high school, I had easily earn my teacher's respect. They trust me to do anything. Well, not everything but still.
"Rachel, Wilda, Brooke, and Yasmine; you can go take any seat that's free," Mr. McDonough pointed towards the remaining unseated desks. There was actually one aisle of seats, to the left of the classroom, that was free. So, as I took my seat, Yang took the seat in the back, Blake and Weiss took the seats in the middle, and Ruby took the seat in the front.
"Alright, class," Mr. McDonough took his seat, as he began today's class, "most of you know what happen last night. But, if you haven't, then I'll give you a brief description."
I frown sadly. I knew what happen last night in Las Vegas. They said over 50 people were killed. The news outlets even consider that this as the largest deadly mass shooting in modern US history. RWBY and JNPR must've heard about this, by now. But, if RWBY hadn't, then I'm pretty sure they're shock right now.
For the rest of the class, we talked about gun control. Yah, what a coincidence. Originally, we were gonna have a debate about that, but Mr. McDonough decided to show us two videos about both sides of the argument; one liberal, one conservative.
Personally, I'm more liberal than conservative. There are some political issues that I prefer pro-life more; which is conservative. Pro-choice is liberal, btw. Anyway, I would prefer that people do have the right to bear arms. But, I suggest there should be laws where they can only have a weapon that is not too dangerous; such as a pistol. There should also be laws where people who are mentally unstable should not be able to own a gun.
I can go on, but I don't want to create this entry into a political outcry.
We would've had an heated argument, but, with what happen last night, the whole class was just... depressing.
1:01pm
"That was... very sad," Yang said, as we walked to my next classroom.
"We would usually have a debate, since the unit we're in right now is Politics. But... yah, your right. It was very sad," I said.
"I didn't know that happen last night," Ruby had her head down a bit.
"I found out when I woke up this morning. News said it happen around midnight. Even I was shocked when I first heard about it," I confessed.
"All those people dead. All done by one man," Blake weakly said.
"I know. It's a tragedy no one expected," I agreed.
"I am also sadden by what happen last night, but there is one thing I'm confused about," Weiss began, "Why did that student call me Elsa?"
"You mean, Alex?" I then groaned. "He's just referring you to a Disney princess... or Queen, technically."
"Why would he refer me to a princess?" Weiss asked. Good thing we're moving to another topic.
"Well, you both do look somewhat alike, and you both mainly use ice-based abilities, and also, you both have a similar backstory. Actually, you both somewhat carry the same nickname," I explain.
"Ice Queen?" RWBY asked in sync; with Weiss sounding a bit bitter.
"Yes," I answered. I'm not against with Disney, especially their movie Frozen. I do enjoy them, even the musicals. But, when someone starts to brag or make fun of Disney, then that just annoys me.
"So that's why he called me that. Dolt," Weiss said.
"You can say that again," I agreed.
I suddenly notice Weiss looking at me, stunned. "You actually agree with me?"
"Yes. Alex and some other students that I know of can be annoying. They're not bullies like Cardin, but they are still annoying. Literally," I shivered. Memories from Junior High were brought back up again. Those were the worst years of my life. :(
"Bad memories?" Yang asked.
"Yes," I said yet again. "I don't want to talk about it."
By now, we have reached my next class: another study hall. This time with another teacher Mr. Storrs. He was also my swimming coach in the past several years. I left swimming when I did our school musical in my freshman year here. I didn't like leaving, to be honest. But the musical was impacting my sports schedule. So, I didn't had a choice. At least, we're still close.
But, he was not the first person to greet me, when I walked in.
"Hey, Jared," Kevin greeted happily.
I smiled back, "Hey, Kevin."
Sitting on the other side of classroom, was my best friend Kevin McColgan. He is a very nice young man. Has a lot of friends. Always knows their names. Always asking them questions. Always talkative.
We've known each other since elementary. But sadly, he's going to a different college. So, what better way to spend our final days with each other, than think about the coming years ahead.
"Jared," Mr. Storrs had noticed us and walks towards me. "Are these girls with you?"
I simply nodded and said, "Yes. Yes they are."
I then started reintroducing them to my class.
Same results.
We then all took our seats, which was barely enough for all of us. There is more students in here than in my Govt. class. I then began working on my homework when...
"Hey, Jared."
"Yes, Kevin?" I look at my best friend.
"What's it like to have four girls living inside your house?" he asks. I knew he didn't mean it like that. His questions can be a bit funny and quirky sometimes. But still, when he asked that, some of the students, mostly boys, were now looking at me.
I had a feeling some of those boys were jealous.
"Your forgetting my sister, Kevin," I pointed out, since she was sitting across from me. Yes, she's also in this study hall with me.
"Oh, I'm sorry," Kevin apologized.
"It's alright. But to answer your question, it's... ...not bad actually. We've interact with each other very well. I mean, they all have different interests. But, I always get around. We may have only known each other for about a month, but surprisingly... we have done a lot together," I answered, honestly.
From listening to my music.
To playing video games.
To watching YouTube videos.
To finding out their fandom pairings.
To them meeting my Abuelita.
To telling them about the positive and negative aspects of Earth.
And to everything else, you can say that we did a lot.
"It almost sounds like you are confessing your feelings to them," a student, I didn't recognize, pointed out.
I immediately felt a cringe inside and slide back a bit as the student said that. "Oh, no, no, no, no, no, no, no! It-it-it's not like that! Not like that at all!" I then quickly look at RWBY.
Ruby was frozen stiff; her eyes wide.
Weiss's unscathed eye was twitching.
Blake was shaking her head.
And Yang was happily whistling.
"Alright, alright, settle down Jared. There's no need to panic. He was just asking, right?" Mr. Storrs gave a bit of a stern look at the student. The student nods in confirmation, as I calmed down.
"Sorry. It was just too sudden," I said.
Okay, I'm gonna tell the truth here.
I have never had a girlfriend before. I do have some friends, besides RWBY, Pyrrha, and Nora, that are girls. But, it never became that close for me to ask a girl I knew on a date. And, whenever I had a crush on a girl, it never works out. I would always just look at her, and I would always try at least once to ask them that one special question. But, something within me would always prevent that. And in the end, that girl would always find a boyfriend of her own.
So yes, you can say I'm a scaredy-cat.
"It's okay, Jared. I understand your concern. But, just try to keep your emotions in check next time," Mr. Storrs said. I nod at his words, and he sat back down in front of his desk.
"So..., are you and Rachel, Wilda, Brooke, and Yasmine friends?" Kevin continued his question affair.
"Yes, Kevin. We are friends," I answered.
1:40pm
"Your friend, Kevin, seems really nice," Ruby complimented, as we walk to my last class of the day.
"Yah, he's a good friend. He's always been like that since the day we first met," I smiled at the memories.
"I can't believe that student thought that you were in love with us!" Weiss shouted, annoyed yet again.
I frown at the mentioning. I did, as well. I stated days earlier that I cannot have a harem. I honestly don't like the idea. It just feels weird for me, and I kinda may have said it already, but if it were to happen, I'm not really sure how I would do it.
...Well, at least Weiss believes in what I'm thinking.
"Well, even if he's not in love with all of us, maybe Jared here could be in love with one of us," Yang teases.
I then look at her, narrowing my eyes a bit, "Yan-" I shake my head, almost forgetting her fake identity, and continued, "Yasmine, I never said the 'L' word."
"And what is that 'L' word your speaking of?" Yang tease me more, while putting a hand on her hip.
"Sis!" Ruby shouted.
"What? I'm just messing with him," Yang looks at her sibling.
I then heavily sigh, making RWBY look at me. I return their looks and said, "Alright, that's it. Yasmine, you can just... ... ...tease me all you want when we get home. Because, doing this here is not gonna help me."
All the girls, including Yang, were surprised of me saying that. "Wait, are you.. accepting defeat?" Weiss asked.
"I don't know what to say here," Blake confessed.
"Me neither," Ruby added.
"I'm not accepting defeat, girls. It's just that I don't want to give in to the embarrassment while there's too many people around me. I'm certain they'll look at me, differently," I explained.
"Welp, if it's okay for you, then it's okay with me," Yang wraps her arm around me and brings me closer to her. "Maybe, while we're at it, I can try out some new things I want to do when I'm around some bad guys."
I think she's referring to people like Junior.
But still...
Too close. I can feel my left arm almost brushing her... *ahem*... assets. I fought very hard to try not to blush, madly.
Is it possible to get a nosebleed in real life?
I don't even want to know, as we entered my last class of the day.
2:46pm
Third-Person POV
Ruby stretched her arms in the air, as she and her friends sat in the lounge near the front doors. She sighs in relaxation, "Well, we did it, girls. We survived our first day at Jared's school."
"We're not students here, Rachel," Blake clarified, remembering the fake identities Jared made, as she and Yang were sitting on a couch. There was at least one other person near them. "But, you can still say that."
"I prefer that this today was an excruciating day for us," Weiss pointed out, as she sat in a chair across from Ruby.
School was finally over. All the students have either went on the bus, got picked up by their parents, or drove themselves home. Jared wasn't with them. He had to go to a couple of after school meetings; such as a National Honor Society meeting and a Human Rights Club meeting. Sadly, he couldn't let the girls go to the meetings, since they weren't allowed to. So, he had them stay in the lounge until he was done.
"Well, there were a few things that we had to get through; such as the students, the recent news, and trying to kill all that time," Yang said.
"Let's not bring up Las Vegas. I don't want to talk about that, now," Blake said.
"Yes, me neither," Weiss added.
"I guess we can all agree to that," Ruby sighs sadly.
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"Do you guys think I look like that Elsa character?" Weiss suddenly asks.
Yang snorts, "You're seriously still thinking about that?"
"Well, think about it. We both have similarities to each other. I know we're not related or anything like that. But honestly, it makes me feel... weird, all of a sudden," Weiss lowers her eyebrows in confusion.
"She actually has a point," Blake said. She then scooted closer to Weiss and whispers, "Remember that day when Pyrrha was acting strange after she saw a trailer about that Wonder Woman character?"
"Yah, she looked kinda disturbed by the superhero," Ruby pointed out, who was able to hear her, "And after she talked to Jared, she looked perfectly fine."
"So, what are you guys saying? I'm a bit lost here," Yang said, confused.
"What we're getting at is that is it possible for their to be characters that look a lot like us, or at least similar to us? Like for you Yasmine, was there any characters that you saw that you had some connection towards?" Weiss explained.
Yang was quiet for a moment, until she snapped her fingers, "Actually, there was one character." Everyone else moves closer to her, as she whispers, "A man named Son Goku had a transformation like my semblance; called Super Saiyan. I watch a video of him transforming one day. It looked really awesome, but it still gave me this odd feeling."
"Did you talk to Jared about it?" Ruby asked.
Yang shakes her head.
"Then, if you have a connection, then I guess we all do," Ruby said, as she and her friends move back to their seats. "Here's what we're going to do: When Jared's done with his meetings, we are going to talk to him about this."
"Agreed," the rest of Team RWBY said.
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"There is... one more thing I like to talk about," Yang suddenly smirks.
"Yasmine, no!" Weiss frowns; knowing what she was going to say.
"Oh, c'mon, Wilda. You know there's got to be at least someone he likes," Yang said.
"We've only known him for a month," Blake pointed out.
"So? He helped us get used to all the things that he has in his house. He was very helpful. He's gotta have at least a thing for one of us!" Yang countered.
"Can we please talk about something else?" Ruby asked, who was now squirming nervously in her chair.
"Nope. Sorry, sis!" Yang said, and she continued.
And as she did, the lady at the front desk overheard them talking about our main male character. She rolled her eyes, as Yang talked about how cute he is, and muttered, "Young love these days."
4:09pm
First-person POV
"Holy crap," I muttered, as I walked out of my last meeting of the day.
I just look at the news on my iPhone, and it said something else terrible happen today.
Tom Petty has died.
"That 'Free Fallin' guy? Ah, shit," I muttered. Tom Petty was one of many artists that my parents grew up with. To hear him pass away,... it must've been a huge loss for the rock and roll world.
This day has been full of tragedies!
First Las Vegas!
And now this!?
I sigh. I'm a strong person. So, I don't cry when something like these events happen. I mean, I do get shocked by the passing of people that I really know. But, I do feel sad.
My thoughts were replaced by different thoughts when I arrived at the front lounge.
I found all of Team RWBY blushing; each one having a different shade of red. For some reason, I actually feel concern about this. I walk over to the lady at the front desk and whisper, "Hey, are they okay?"
"I think you should go ask them yourself," the woman whispers back. I realized that she too felt a bit weird when she said that. I don't blame her; I guess.
I then slowly walk towards the girls. I then said, "Hey, is everything alright?"
They all jumped from their seats; surprised. I was a bit surprised myself.
"Oh, uuuhhh, Jared! We were just talking about you!" Ruby tried to smile. She barely did.
I raised an eyebrow, "Really? What were you girls talking about?"
"We w-were, um...," Weiss paused, as she couldn't find the right words to finish.
I lowered my eyebrows, "Are you girls, ok?"
"Oh, we're good. We're really good," Yang smiled.
I sighed, and put my hands on my hips, "I'm probably thinking that this may not be the best time for you tell me what you were talking about earlier. So, I'm just gonna wait until one of you is ready. Sound good?"
"Yes..., that sounds good for me," Blake quietly agreed.
I then turn around and began walking towards the front doors, "We better go, now. My mom is here, and she may have a call from work coming up."
They then silently followed to my Mom's car.
I think I should play "Free Fallin'" on the ride home.
As I think about this day in particular, I honestly don't feel weird at all.
Not to say that I did felt weird back then, but now as I look back, that day for me was pretty easy.
The tragic events that surrounded that day were unexpected. Overall though, I had a casual time hanging out with Team RWBY.
I knew back then that this wouldn't be the only time that they or any other of my friends would visit my high school.
But what I didn't know was that very soon my time there would become more important than usual...
And, that I did.
I started this chapter before the events of Las Vegas and the death of Tom Petty occurred.
It's terrible, for a country so divided, to have people, like Stephen Paddock, kill innocent lives. It's terrible. This is why we need strict gun laws. This is why we need end terrorism, so that no one shall die in vain. And this is why we need someone to unite us, instead of dividing us!
To all the families out there who just lost their loved ones, I send you my condolences.
And also... Tom Petty. A music star who was inspired by Elvis Presley. The man who sung 'Free Fallin', 'I Won't Back Down', 'Refugee', 'Last Dance with Mary Jane', and many more.
You will also be missed...
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