"Popcorn?" asked Corey as the group walked over to the concessionary stand in the local cinema. True to Punks word, Echo had chosen the film the group would be watching, thrust meaning all romance films were off the table. Instead she had chosen the latest marvel film in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, something all of them had stated they wanted to see at some point. "Ice blasts for everyone" added Corey, knowing all to well that would be Cross and likely AJ would be a giggling mess by the end of the film. Despite that, he believed it would be worth it to see the reaction of those joining them for the first time.
"Ooh Ice blasts" cheerfully replied Echo, as she separated from the main group, heading over to the pick 'n' mix in order to see if they had her favorite sweet treat stashed there. Cross followed along behind her. Neither of the girls liking popcorn, instead both sharing the opinion of it being equal to cardboard with butter on. Seth seemed confused at first, but Dean had quietly whispered neither of the two girls liked Popcorn and often raided the sweeter treats. Drew soon walked over to the pair, just in time to for Cross to get excited about finding the chocolate covered raisins. Drew looked through the selection of Haribo's, recalling Nikki mention something about them earlier in the week. Where as Echo finally settled for the gummy snakes when she found them. "She like the little hearts best" whispered Echo as she passed Drew, a mischievous grin painted on her lips as she walked over to join the others waiting to pay and order their ice blasts.
"Relax Roman, we don't bite" spoke Nikki when she joined the nervous Samoan teen, his date had yet to show up, although it was more of a friendly date, between childhood friends. Roman on the other hand look to Nikki with a hint of amusement, knowing from Dean anything could happen with the group labelled Weirdos by Brie and Daniel. "The worst that's likely to happen is Cross ending up in your lap, giggling like a maniac" sweetly added the teen known as Fearless by so many. Roman merely chuckled, looking over to the wall of doors the opposite end of the cinema hall, hoping to see Summer, but being met with the dreadful sight of Daniel, Brie and their loyal followers, a group that now included the new girl, Serenity. Brie's attention instantly turned to Nikki. She seemed angered by seeing her twin not only out socializing with her group of friends, but also seemingly enjoying herself. Her anger only grew to see Roman, Drew, Seth, Dean and Carmella join them, starting up a casual conversation.
"Are you lot gonna stand there and stare at us all night?" asked Becky, her words all but dripping with sarcasm, as she watched her former bestie in Charlotte turn to Andrade and whisper something. Brie on the other hand just turned away without uttering a single word, walking over to the ticket counter. Attempting to guess what film the other group would be watching. If only so her own group could be in the same screen and make a nonsense of themselves. "Everyone know their pairs?" voiced the fiery haired teen, knowing the couples had been paired together, as Roman would be paired with Summer when she finally arrived. Finn took it upon himself to create a group chat, adding everyone including Summer to it. While also suggesting they should wait for Brie and her merry band of barbie girls to head off to their own screen before entering the one playing their film of choice.
"Got to admit, I'm looking forward to the girl bonding at the slumber party" uttered AJ, revealing what the girls had planned for the rest of the weekend, and why Carmella's father had dropped them off at the cinema. The taller blonde could only grin and nod, pleased her idea had gone over so well, plus it had been a while since they all did a girly weekend, filled with gossip, movies, laughter and likely a few pranks. "And the pool party tomorrow. Which reminds me if you boys make any disturbing noises or uncomfortable moves, I'm gonna throw you in the pool head first" laughed the smaller teen, her smile growing upon seeing how serious some of them had taken her playful threat. Only Aleister and Finn seemed to register she was joking.
"Picture?" commented Carmella, her voice sweet, as she held up her phone. She wanted to get a group photo, to remember the first time all of them had chosen to ditch the status quo and do what they wanted. The leggy blonde had since joined them, standing next to Roman with a wide smile. "Put your mean faces on guys" laughed Carmella, knowing that wasn't what was going to happen. Yet none the less she took the picture, chuckling to see how each had acted. "Cute, I'm keeping this" commented the beautiful blonde, laughing again upon noticing Aleister had decided to give his best sinister look while Finn did his normal photo pose.
"Hey Brie, its your loser twin" came the silence breaking voice of Daniel, his hair neatly done, as if he was on a date rather than a group outing. No doubt he was prepared to annoy other movie goers with his normal disruptive ways. Nikki on the other hand didn't spare one her constant tormentors the time or bother looking in his direction, instead she kept her focus on her friends. Noticing quickly Drew tensed up, almost like he was trying to stop himself from doing something, he'd regret at a later date. "Hold on Dean, Seth, Roman, Drew and you Carmella. What are you doing here with them? You said you had other plans for tonight" asked the confused normally loud mouthed teen. Brie coming to stand at his side again. Shortly followed by the new girl Serenity. The brunette pulling her mini dress down a little more, as she all but stared daggers at the girls of the group opposite her own.
"These are our plans" casually responded Roman, his voice neutral as he attempted to recall anything else being planned. Although he'd often skip out on plans made by Brie and Daniel, more often than not they were boring or the two trying to set him upon a dates with random girls from around school. "We'd made the plans before you lot told us yours last minute" added the Samoan, missing off the plans had actually be Dean's idea, with the intention of helping Seth and Drew along with their little crushes, if only so it moved passed the stage AJ had named the stalker stage. "Dean mentioned doing something Renee and she invited us lot along as well" finished Roman, seeing how both Daniel and Brie seemed so annoyed at the thought of the fragile hierarchy they'd set up being messed up so easily.
"Come on, let go find out seats before the film starts" muttered Dean, chuckling upon noticing Aleister had opted to give Cross a piggy back ride to the screen they were meant to be in. Both clearly deciding it was best to ignore the other group and just enjoy themselves. Aleister soon turned back up remembering his and Cross's snacks and drinks, seeing Carmella and Corey had picked them up. The others following along behind, mind their own business or wrapped up in conversation. Drew followed along behind Nikki, as if he were her personal protector, where as Seth walked at Echo's side, talking with her about common interests. Summer seemed all to happy to tease Roman and remind him of their days in junior school.
"Eh, I can't believe those lots would choose to hand out with a bunch of losers over us" spoke Eva, looking to the set of doors the other group and wondered through seconds prior. It wasn't long before silence fell over the group, Brie and Daniel turning away in order to choose the film the group would be watching. Serenity on the other hand seemingly lost in thought, how she considered at least four of the boys attractive. Quickly she began to think of how to get their attention on her, where it should be in her mind. "At we have the pool party to look forward to tomorrow" added the bottle red head. Brie had thrown one every year, this year wasn't going to be any different, with the exception of Nikki being the but of jokes, and JJ likely being the personal slave for the duration of the party.
"I'm more confused on why they're even together" commented Kaitlyn, as she walked with the others to concessionary area, looking over the selection available, as well as the popcorn and ice blast flavors. "Its almost likely they're trying to annoy us by breaking the hierarchy put in place, like their going through the rebellious period" added the hybrid teen, finding it annoying her former best friend was now dating the guy she had a crush on. Then again Punk had always ignored her attempts to flirt even before he began to AJ.
"So guys about the pool party" started Brie, finally ready to admit something to the join surrounding her. Casually she moved some of her hair from her face, almost as if she was signalling she was being open with them. "Mum said I couldn't have a party, because of how I've acted towards Nikki and JJ" continued the teen whom believed she was the Queen of Senior Year. The group soon began to walk through the same dark grey doors as their rival group had moments prior. Although walking down the opposite side of the hall to them. "Plus she said neither Nikki or JJ will be there. Apparently they have other things going on this weekend" announced Brie, revealing even if the pool party did take place, the normal slave wouldn't be there and Nikki would be there to humiliate as was planned.
"That's so unfair" began Serenity, speaking up for the first time since entering the cinema, her disappointment clearly written across her face. She'd been looking forward to the party, it would have been the first one she was invited to since starting All Star Academy. Serenity could remember Brie mentioning the party she had thrown the year prior, how everyone who was somebody at the school had attended. "What if we have the party at another place. Surely someone else can host it and you attend" quickly added the brunette, throwing an idea out there. Even if she knew she couldn't personally host the party, due to the her parents renting a apartment in a luxury block. Her aunt and uncle were unlikely to agree on such short notice.
"What about Mella?" asked Natalya, throwing the idea in the pot. Carmella didn't live that far from the Bella residence, she was always down for hosting parties as well, especially pool parties which she often held in the hot weather months. "Second thought maybe not. Mella hosting would also mean the gross jerk Corey would be there as well" added the curvy blonde, making her disdain for Corey known, not like she was hiding it. There was also the fact, Mella had rejected the idea of her hosting pool parties for them in the past, stating she was comfortable with the idea.
"She said she's already got plans for a pool party, but her dad put a limit of thirteen max" quietly muttered Brie, as they each got comfortable in the theater, not bothering to check the seats they were assigned, instead sitting wherever they wanted. With the belief they had payed for tickets, they should be able to sit wherever they wanted. At the same time none of the group had noticed Miz and Maryse missing, the duo had instead got tickets to see the Black Panther film, opting to quietly join the other group whom had seem so welcoming and accepting of each other.
"You two coming to my pool party tomorrow?" asked Carmella, when the two finally joined them. Maryse had instantly responded with yes, as she was already set to spend the weekend with the girls. Where as Miz had quickly agreed, quickly realizing the deception Carmella had put in place to throw the others off. Yet also understanding why she had done it. To protect all those there and allow all of them to feel comfortable. Even when Brie was known for ignoring people boundaries, just as the new girl also didn't seem to take no for an answer. Although she seemed a million times worse than Brie.
