A/N: School's back in session soon (groan). I wish it didn't have to come so soon. Summer seems like it's been really short this year.
Anyway I'm not gonna let that sour my mood! I just finished this chapter and couldn't wait to get it out to you guys. This time's different P.O.V is Diane! Who should I do next?
Thanks to everyone who's favourited, followed and reviewed :) *Gives out cookies and such as rewards*
Silver - King's backstory is definitely the one I've thought about the most. I think you'll enjoy it once I reveal it. As for Elaine... I can't say or I'll spoil. But Melascula will deserve a boop to the snout!
Matt2620 - Yep things will get interesting *insert attempt at evil laughter*
Till next time,
D.L.D
"PE is the worst," Diane scrunched her nose as she pulled on her socks.
As usual she had her hair in pigtails, a hairstyle fitting the subject. She wore the school's navy PE kit and paired it with simple black sneakers.
"Come on Diane it's not all bad," I say jokingly as I roll my eyes, "There is some fun behind the mindless ball throwing and barging."
Like her I was more or less changed and was just making sure I didn't forget anything before heading to the hall. Stuff like my water bottle or making sure no bra straps were visible. I doubt the teacher would let us go back inside if we did. From what I've heard the coach isn't too nice.
"I guess," The brunette sighed as she stood up from her seat on the bench, "But that's what a lot of people say before their first day here."
"Ooh it's her first day?" A random girl asked. She easily stripped to her underwear and pulled on her shorts.
"Yeah," Diane nodded and the girl shot me a sympathetic smile. She had green hair and blue eyes. Her oddly shaded hair was tied into a curly ponytail with a pink scrunchie securing it.
"Well good luck with that," She spoke before winking and dropping her voice to a whisper, "But if you need to get out of anything just say that Deldry wanted you to grab something for her."
"And why would I say that?" I tilt my head in confusion as I look at the girl, presumably Deldry.
"Just consider it a free pass," She shrugged simply. She grinned as she tucked in her shirt. "I have a way with men and often I get what I want without having to do anything...undesirable."
"Thanks but she's fine without the offer Deldry," Diane spoke quickly as she grabbed me by the shoulders. She then began to push me away. "She doesn't want to become a part of your slut parade."
"It's not a slut parade!" The green haired girl insisted, frowning as she watched me disappear.
"Tell that to your thong and lingerie!" Diane responded simply before guiding me to the bleachers.
It wasn't until we took a seat on the back row that she released me and let out a sigh. She had a frown on her face as Deldry walked in, a smug look on her face as she took a seat and began to file her nails. She looked comfortable in the reluctant and mopey atmosphere of the hall. Like she knew she wouldn't have to do a single piece of work. Unlike most students who were cursing and watching for the coach. They seemed to be paranoid of them.
"What was that about?" I ask as I look at the scowling brunette.
"PE lesson 101," Diane growled as she looked at the wall. She had her arms folded. "Never take a freebie from Deldry Skies. She's more or less notorious for being the school whore. She has all of the male teachers wrapped around her finger. Not to mention the students."
"She does?" I say in a mixture of shock and amazement. How could one sixteen year old have several men obey her? Unless -
"Yes, she's a Holy Knight," Diane breathed airily before laughing, "But you could say her gift isn't exactly holy."
"Definitely not," I join her laughter as my sister and Arthur approach us.
"It's been a while Ellie," Veronica smirked as she sat beside me, "You gave me quite the scare this weekend."
"I'm sorry I didn't mean to!" I squeak out. I'd completely forgotten about Veronica seeing the incident that occurred two days ago. In fact I have to admit I haven't seen much of my sister nor Arthur. Both have been in different classes or busy with clubs and royal matters. I only bumped into them every now and then. But when they did it was often to help me or because I'd injured myself. Never in a lesson or to just catch up.
"It's ok, I was only teasing," Veronica laughed at my red face. She then smirked. "Although I'm shocked you didn't tell me about having a boyfriend."
"What?" I pale as I glance over to Diane.
She simply smiled innocently, trying to suppress a giggle as she spoke to Arthur. More students began to enter the room.
"I know you heard me," Veronica continued shrugging before turning to me in mock hurt, "But seriously Ellie you didn't think to tell me! I'm your older sis, I'm meant to beat up the bastards when they mess up!"
I blink at her words, shocked that she wasn't having an outburst about who I was supposedly 'dating'. I thought with how explosive my sister can be that she would be yelling at me nonstop about how I was reckless and naive; but instead she was talking about protecting me and making sure no-one wronged me in anyway. I couldn't help but feel the beginnings of a smile or perhaps a giggle, however it was soon ignored for confusion.
"Um...Veronica?" I speak quietly and she stops her rant. Sharp eyes fix on me and she gives me a nod, attention set on me. "You're fine with me dating Meliodas? No issues or -"
"Nah I'm pretty sure I'm cool with it. He seems like an ok guy," Veronica grinned as she hugged me, "Just tell me if he does anything wrong ok? I don't like seeing you get hurt."
"Captain would never hurt Elizabeth!" Diane huffed as she glared at my sister, "Accusing him of such things is just wrong."
"What Ellie's my younger sister I gotta look out for her," Veronica shrugged nonchalantly. "Plus - "
"Ok kids ten laps around the hall now!" A harsh whistle blow screeched in my ears.
Groans filled the room as everyone trailed into a flock and began to run around the hall in what I believe was a warm up. Veronica, Arthur and I trailed behind with Diane not too far ahead. She was talking to Ban and King, leaving me to catch up with my sibling.
"Who knew the Coach was such an asshole," Veronica muttered as we passed the bleachers for a third time. "Does he really have nothing better to do than yell at kids all day?"
"Veronica!" Both Arthur and myself blushed at her profanity. I wasn't one who favoured in using such words; well unless I was really peeved or something, but even then it never came to mind. But Veronica always seemed to welcome the idea of cursing. It was what added to her brash and intimidating demeanor I guess.
"What it's true," My sister shrugged, "He really is an asshole."
"But you shouldn't call people such things," I say in a scolding manner similar to a parent as I pout.
"Yes it could result in something bad happening to you in return," Arthur recited wisely, before frowning, "Well I think that's what Merlin told me when I called her something unjust."
"I bet she turned you into a toad or something," I suppress a giggle as Arthur a faint red covers the tips of his ears.
"Yeah she turned me into a cat," He shivered, his mind elsewhere. "Then she left me outside when it started to rain. It was terrible! I was out there for hours scratching at her door. But she let me in soon after."
"Sounds like Merlin to do such a thing," Veronica sniffed, "She's always interested in experimenting and finding out the truth to things."
We all seemed to nod in agreement as the Coach blew his whistle and gathered us all onto the bleachers. By now many of the students were sweaty and panting messes, some of them clearly not knowing what a shower was. The stench of body odour was rank. However Diane had fortunately known the best place to go. She herded the three of us as well as Ban and King into a corner. She said it was the best spot and she knew from experience.
"Ok today we're gonna play dodgeball," The coach scanned the class, repeatedly throwing and catching a ball. His eyes seemed to skim over each student, as if he were wondering whether to throw at us. "So you'll split into two teams chosen by two captains."
At this I spotted two people slip in. Elaine and Meliodas. The two blondes seemed to nod at each other before going to their respective area. Elaine going to the far side with the other fairies and Meliodas joining us in Diane's corner. However they were caught halfway.
"You two are late," The coach's voice was harsh, causing Elaine to freeze and Meliodas to simply pause. "Any pink slips or such?"
"I was helping Ms Gerheade in the gardens," Elaine spoke hurriedly. She seemed to shrink under the pressure, her child-like innocence fading as it was replaced with apprehension.
"I'll check with Gerheade later," The teacher sighed as he turned to Meliodas. "And what's your excuse this week?"
"Vice Principal Drefus," The reply seemed to be enough because the coach nodded.
What was Meliodas doing in the Vice Principal's office? Did something happen again or did he and Ban do something stupid? But if they did Ban wouldn't have been here on time...
My mind reeling with thoughts I glanced over to the Sins who looked just as clueless as I was. They all seemed to hold the same confusion in their expressions as they looked at their Captain. I guess they didn't know either.
After passing the coach's scrutiny, Meliodas and Elaine turned to find their places on the bleachers. They took a few steps before the coach clearing his throat stopped them.
"Well since you two are late," He seemed to smirk as he looked at the two, "You can be this week's captains. We're playing dodgeball."
Both seemed to want to protest, but instead just walked up front standing on either side of the coach.
"To make it even you have to mix the teams up," The coach glanced at the two. He then scanned the bleachers. "So Elaine choose a boy and then choose a girl and so forth. Vice versa for Meliodas."
"Oh ok..." Elaine seemed to gulp as she scanned over the sea of faces in our class. She then closed her eyes and let the name out softly. "Ban."
The taller male just smirked and made his way to stand behind the female. He glanced over to Meliodas, a teasing sparkle in his eyes.
"Well Cap'n I guess we're enemies this time," He grinned.
"Aww but I was looking forward to having you on my team," Meliodas mocked a look of disappointment.
"Don't miss me too much Cap'n or I might have to fake an injury," Ban laughed as the two ignored the death glare of the coach.
"We have a time schedule and if you run over it all of you will miss lunch," The teacher growled at the two, "I'm pretty sure your classmates wouldn't like that."
Ban and Meliodas rolled their eyes saying something between them before the blonde actually did as the teacher instructed.
"Well if Elaine's got Ban I'm gonna take Ellie," Meliodas smiled knowingly.
"Elizabeth!" Diane stood up outraged, "Captain you're on a suicide mission if you have her against Ban."
"Oh well I've already said it so," Meliodas shrugged simply, "You joining the team Elizabeth?"
All traces of his previous state last night were gone. Like his tears, the problem seemed to have dried up. Disappeared. But I knew he was hiding it below the surface. Something was off in the grins and smiles he gave today. They didn't seem to reach to his eyes, to give them that warm glimmer of life they usually have.
"Hopefully we're on the same team," I squeeze Diane's shoulder lightly and she nods.
I then get up and stand behind the blonde and both team captains begin to assemble their teams.
Diane's P.O.V
"Elizabeth we're on different teams!" I wail as I stand in a different line from my best friend.
"I know but try to think of it differently. I'm sure you'll be fine," She shot me an apologetic smile, silver hair spilling over her shoulder in pigtails. I had insisted of course and she looked adorable in them!
But Elizabeth looked different to everyone else in the PE kit and not because she was a newbie or had new hairstyle. It wasn't just now either; she always stood out. She was always so graceful and kind, making anyone want her on their team. Elizabeth was almost angelic in appearance. I could even imagine wings springing from her back right now. White and feathery and -
Ok Diane stop thinking of your friend as a Goddess. They don't come to places like Liones, they have the Celestial schools for that. But I can't help but wonder. It would explain some of the weird things she says. Like how she's known Meliodas for hundreds of years.
I glance over at my Elizabeth and she's distracted, talking to Arthur. She seemed to be enjoying herself, a smile on her face as she nods and replies.
There was definitely something angelic about her. Maybe she was a Goddess!
"Diane!"
"Yeah?" I blink, my thoughts stopped as Ban rolls his eyes as he gestures to Elaine.
"Elaine was just wondering about adding King to the team," Ban spoke as he gestured to King. "But do you think it's fair for Cap'n?"
My eyes lazily glanced at King and he seemed to be occupying himself. Then he suddenly looked our way. A blush brewed on his face as he caught my gaze and I gave him a smile back. I found it adorable how King went into a spluttering mess around me. It was something that showed I was special to him, even if it was involuntary.
"Since when did you care about fair Ban?" I point out, arms folded, "I say we add King. I'm sure Captain's got this handled."
"If you say so," Ban mumbled before nudging Elaine and telling her the reply.
Soon King was on our team, floating towards us with a mopey look. The sort of look he has when he has to fight without magic.
"What's wrong King?" I raise a brow as I tilt my head.
"Chastiefol got confiscated," He mumbled as he floated beside me, "Apparently having it during PE is cheating."
"Aww King," I wrap him a hug, "Don't worry I'm sure you can still use your magic to play dodgeball!"
"You think so?" He asked his face red, but slightly less red than it usually would be. I think he's finally getting used to PDA.
"Yeah! You could do something like bumblebee with the balls," I smile and an idea comes to mind, "You should totally do that King! We'd destroy the other team."
"Ok I'll give it a shot," He smiled slightly.
"That's the spirit!" I beam as I look over to Elizabeth.
Maybe she was right when she said sports didn't suck.
Elizabeth's (normal) P.O.V
"We're on the same team!" Veronica smiled knowingly as she glanced at the team captain, "This was your doing wasn't it?"
"Well he did choose his team," Arthur playfully rolled his eyes at my sister, "Plus Elaine took Diane and she was the next strongest female."
He was awarded a punch in the arm from Veronica for that. She then sniffed as she fixed her socks and got into a running stance, hand on the wall.
"Let's see what you think about 'next strongest' after this match," She smiled as she looked at the balls lined in the middle of the court.
Since I had a head injury, it was decided I would stay behind to catch or try to get anyone out without being too close to where it got 'messy' as Meliodas quoted.
Apparently during dodgeball here things got pretty wild. In fact the coach reserved it for newbies because of how rough it gets in the middle of the court. Last time anyone played a student got sent to hospital with a severe concussion and possibly a few broken ribs as well as a punctured lung.
"Just be careful," I say as I think about the tales students had told me just before heading onto the court.
"I'll be fine Ellie," Veronica winked before turning to Arthur, "You better look after my sister for me. Not to mention Meliodas. He'll go nuts if she gets injured."
Arthur seemed to pale at her words but quickly recollected himself.
"Don't scare Arthur, Veronica," I shake my head as I look at the now fretting boy. He was shaking slightly, and jumped when I placed a hand on his shoulder. "I'll make sure none of them kill you if I get injured."
"We'll just plot it behind your back," I heard Meliodas speak from not too far off. Him and Veronica shared identical smiles.
"You know your boyfriend isn't actually too bad," My sister smirked as she looked at me, "Good job at picking him Ellie."
I just groaned, embarrassment blooming on my face. "At this rate you two are gonna have a murder pact behind my back. Or a blacklist for anyone who hurt me or anything."
"Don't give them ideas," Arthur frowned and the whistle blew.
That's when hell broke loose.
It was like a battlefield, figuratively and literally. The fastest people on each team claimed a ball from the middle of the court and were soon attacking the opposition. People were ducking, dodging, throwing the odd ball they caught or picked up and tried not to get hit by the balls. Chaos was surrounding me at all sides.
I ran to the other end of the half my team occupied, Arthur following. Out of nowhere a ball came causing me to quickly move to the side, losing my balance and face planting solidly to the ground.
I groaned. Now my face and my head hurt. Not to mention my senses were all over the place trying to figure out how to survive this match.
"Are you ok?" Arthur asked as he helped me up.
"Yep," I say as I dust myself off and brush off the light throbbing in my head.
"Look out!"
Arthur and I split apart at the last second, all ball hitting the wall behind us with a violent smack. My eyes widened at the sound before I shook my head and picked up the ball. I then passed it to Arthur.
"You'll have a better aim," I say as he looks at me confused. I then point to my head. "Head injury remember."
He nodded and took the ball aiming towards the opposition.
"Any specific targets?" He asked, glancing at me over his shoulder.
"Not really," I say and he throws the ball. It ends it ends up hitting another student in the face, making them drop their ball.
The rest of the first round went that way. Arthur and I stuck to the back of the court, him throwing any balls I caught or found while I dodged and ducked for my life. Meanwhile most of our team went right into the middle of it, where things got extremely rough.
I can't deny that some of the balls Ban threw sounded extremely painful on the receiving end. It had to be at least twice that I saw someone fall from a ball to the face or stomach. The sound wasn't too satisfying either.
But all because Ban was a good player to have, didn't mean we didn't have good players either. Veronica was (un)surprisingly good. She put up quite a fight and was still in the middle of it, getting a few people out alongside Meliodas.
However now the swarm of students in the middle of the court were all thinning out. Quite a few had ended up on the bleachers and were watching as the game progressed. This allowed me to see some of the faces on the other team.
Some of them were faces I knew, but quite a few were new yet somehow familiar. Especially a pair of students who stuck together. It was a girl with wild blonde hair and guy with brown hair and a mustache. I don't know why but something about them did seem familiar. Like I knew them at some point in my life...
Suddenly Arthur had pushed me aside, narrowly missing the ball that was hurtling towards me. As expected it connected with the wall with a large smack.
"You seemed to zone out back there," Arthur spoke as he helped me up. He looked in the direction of the pair. "Do you know those two?"
"No, but I feel like I do," I say as I look at them.
They both looked back, dark eyes and smirks meeting me. My heart stopped from the realisation. I knew who they were. I even negotiated with them years ago. They were -
"Derieri and Monspeet..." I say as a ball connects with my face.
Why do I always get injured when I see a Commandment?
