[color=FFDAB9][B][h2][i]Ariana[/i][/h2][/b]

Ariana followed her sister but kept glancing over her shoulder. She didn't necessarily trust those men but she trusted Riley's judgement. Still, the pang in her stomach told her otherwise. She hadn't seen him often in the summer and she wondered if this was why.  Had he found these guys and decided to hangout more with them?  She wondered if she had done something to offend him.. Her sister's voice broke her out of her reverie.

[b]"Hey uh I'm sorry to take you away from Riley and all but who are all those boys?"[/b] Alcina kept her voice quiet, something Ariana was grateful for her doing.  Who knew if they could hear them or not? [b]"I don't recognize any of them and the way Alex reacted makes me feel like they could be big trouble. I wouldn't suggest hanging out with them until we all get to talk to Riley about it if that's okay. I saw even James and Jason tense up at the sight of them and I'm getting such a bad feeling."[/b] She stared at Alcina who was rambling now, nervously. She hugged her twin and nodded.

[b]"Sure, Alcina,"[/b] She agreed calmly to ease her sister's mind but couldn't help but rebut once.  Ariana smiled at her. pleasantly and tucked hair band her ear. [b]"It's Riley, Al; I trust him. But as you wish."[/b] She gazed around to find Mike now entertaining Shay. It struck her like a cord breaking on a violin to see him acting that way. Although they weren't close friends, Ariana was aware of his power: the ability to sense danger. He must have sensed it enough to come by Shay's side while Alex berated Riley. 

What had that guy said to anger him?  It baffled her. She wasn't used to seeing Alex this mad. Ariana watched nervously and then looked at James. He had Rose nad Emma behind him and was trying to use Jason as well. Alcina must have seen too, because she commented next on it. Furthermore, she must not have agreed with her earlier comment. Her heart twinged inside and she bit her lip. The anxiety was starting to affect her now.

[b]"Look at him, Ri... He's shielding Rose and Emma from them. Something isn't right and you know it. Alex is like a big teddy bear that would never hurt anyone. Why would he grab Riley like that if it wasn't really serious? You gotta give them some space and convince Riley to do the same. How about you and I go check out our dorm together?"[/b]

Ariana sighed in frustration now and turned back to face Alcina.  [b]"Okay, Aly, I get it. I do. I will give them space."[/b] She paused and then nodded eagerly. [b]"I'd love to do that. I hope we get the lake view. Come on!"[/b] She hugged her twin and glanced once more over at Riley before disappearing inside with her.  She changed the topic, no longer wishing to discuss Riley. The butterfloes in her stomach, the ache in her chest and heart, were starting to mount.  She had to talk about something else. By now she hoped Alcina could catch onto the subtle signs of a rising anxiety attack. 

[b]"I'm so happy you're my roommate, Aly. It'd be so weird if you weren't. I love you. I'm so glad you're my twin and I have you."[/b] She hugged her tight and stared at her silently, hoping she'd pick up on it.  She didn't want the surroundings students to know that slow-Ariana, unlike smart-Alcina, was having anxiety. They weren't nicknames of her creation but the others.  "We can go to the assembly later. Right?"[/color]

[hr][hr][color=00FA9A][b][h2][i][u]James[/u][/i][/h2][/b]

The tough thing about Rose was never knowing if she was serious. The joking nature of Jason, Shay and Rose was something he dreaded.  How would she survive this without being serious He needed to know she understood. The way Jason explained it to her did the act itself justice, but he was terrified she wasn't buying it. Tears of frustration, anxiety, and dread were making him flustered.  He tried to breathe calmly, like his therapist taught him, but it only worked so much for him. The sheer knowledge the superior were here openly and the Guardians had done nothing was enough to send him over the edge. 

What if Mortimer had seen Rose? It looked like he had... The guy had eyes for blondes and could pick them out of a crowd faster than a cheetah taking down a gazelle. He watched as the students piled into the school now.  James hoped Moe hadn't seen yet and turned to Rose and Jason, tuning into their conversation.

Rose saluted Jason after hearing his speech.[b] "Yes sir! I promise!"[/b] He sighed. The fact she wasn't being serious only angered him irrationally. Why couldn't she just say she understood and be done with it?  While he didn't want Rose knowing about his past, or why he acted how he did now, he wished she could pick up on it. 

[b]"I'm holding you to that missy."[/b] Jason said sternly. James thanked him with a quick nod and looked at Rose. 

She nodded, as if knowing they weren't buying it, James figured. [b]"I'm being serious I just don't want to let them to ruin my mood you know?"[/b] The couple watched as teachers ushered students into the dutioruium for the usual pre-school lectures. He hated them but maybe the distraction would have benefitted them. [b]"Oh my God not an assembly."[/b] She whispered in horror and got on her knees then huggedh is legs. He glanced down with a smirk on his face at her. [b]"You can't make me go in there! Pleeeasseee noooooo!"[/b]

Jason followed her gaze and grimaced, [b]"Oh hell to the no I'm ditching that bullshit. You two in?"[/b]

[b]"YES. Let's ditch and go find where the good food at before everyone else."[/b] Rose said, not letting go of James legs. [b]"FOOOoooooOOOOd!"[/b]

[b]"Okay first,"[/b] James looked at her as he brought her aside, still attached to his legs now. They had managed to dodge the teacher's vie and now were free to roam - as long as they didn't get caught. That he could manage. He turned his attention back to Rose. 

[b]"You have got to tell me you fully understood what Jason told you without making it a joke. This isn't high-school shit Rose; it's serious and more serious than you may realize. Those guys are actual criminals and have escaped jail together at least four times. Please don't make this a joke or something because it's not."[/b] He paused, waiting to see her reaction and then added,[b] "And yeah, we can go get food. What would you two like? I'm in the mood for eggs."[/b]

With one final glance around, James looked to see if anyone was nearby.  He couldn't see or sense them and finally relaxed; but only slightly enough not to raise alarm.[/color]

[hr][hr][color=00BFFF][b][h2][u]Shay[/u][/h2][/b]

The guy interested in her smiled and waved to her. [b]"Goodbye. See you soon, Shay."[/b] Shay froze and looked over at him. See you soon? She raised her eyebrows at him and grimaced as if to say "yeah right". Thank God Alex took her arm and pulled her inside because she was seconds away from giving a snarky response. Her temper had flared and then died down quick enough.

Alex led them inside silently, making Shay wonder what he could have possibly heard.  She knew the dudes were creepy, but had it gone that far? She had never imagined herself in a situation like this. It made her nervous and anxious and all she wanted to do was go cuddle Alex and watch a marathon of movies.  She wondered if that would be possible. Would those guys come around again? The likelihood of it seemed realistic enough. When they sat down on the couch, she waited for him to speak. She knew he was collecting himself. When he finally spoke, Shay felt a wave of relief and turned all of her attention onto him.  She loved his voice so much.  She scooted close to him and wrapped her arms around his neck.

[b]"I love you, beautiful. I'll be fine. I'm just not used to getting so mad I guess."[/b] Alex replied, putting his arm around her as well. "That guy was just the creepiest dude I've ever had to listen to. I feel violated even having to hear his thoughts." He shuddered, [b]"Stay far away from all of them okay? Promise me."[/b]

[b]"I'm so sorry you heard it, hon. I agree he was really creepy and they were overly built too. I don't like that much muscle. Damn, what do they need it for?"[/b] She was unaware of it but in a month or too she would know exactly why. She swallowed and rested her head against his. [b]"I promise. I promise on everything I will."[/b] Though she was a reckless girl and enjoyed the thrill of danger, she knew better than to go looking for that kind of trouble. Shay smiled at him reassuringly and kissed his forehead. [b]"I promise. You can count on me. Alex. I also know you rarely get pissed at shit." [/b]Shay watched his gaze turn to the auditorium and followed it with a groan. 

[b]"Ugh. Kill me now."[/b]He groaned, getting up. [b]"I hate these stupid lectures. They say the same dumb boring shit."[/b] He let her guide him anyway even though the two of them didn't want to go. She hugged him close to her and kept a firm arm around him.  She felt safer by his side and hated how girls looked at him as if they had a chance. 

She glared at Brittany, a girl their age and grade who fawned over Alex and tried to get them to break up often. The girl looked a like frightened rabbit and scurried off like one. She glared once more and sat them near the last row so they could get out fast. Despite this, the teachers beckoned them closer and Shay scowled at them and moved only a few rows up with Alex.  She pulled the arm rest up to lean against him and rest her head against his neck.  

She smiled up art him and kissed his chin to reassure and calm him more. God, she loved him.  She couldn't imagine her life without him. Her eyes teared at the thought and she ducked her head so he wouldn't see.  She never wanted to know what it would be like and that dude cheeped her out. It made it seem as if she might know this year. She felt dread but never let it show. She turned her head back up and leaned against him and hold him. She didn't care if PDA wasn't allowed. It wasn't as if they were making out like Chris and Hanna were a few rows down from them.  

She sighed and looked for the others but it was hard to find them. She figured the Salvatore twin brothers had skipped. Alcina and Ariana were somewhere but she didn't know where. Shay would have like them to all sit together but she wouldn't force them to sit through this dumbass lecture.  She tried to tune it out by thinking of happier topics - such as being with her friends or flying. God, she was so excited to fly...[/color]

[hr][hr][color=00FF7F][b][h2]Liam[/h2][/b]

Liam watched Scarlett then Jessamine with an impassive mask. He wished he could go hangout with Skylar and her sister, Leslie, but he was stationed here now. It was irritating and he really wished he could yell at Scarlett for her lack of effort. He knew she could do better than this but she wasn't even trying. Of course they knew the basic plot lines. Still everyone fawned over it like she had revealed a huge secret. [b]"Thanks babe,"[/b] He heard Scarlett say to Jessamine with a smirk. 

He couldn't help but admire, despite his anger, at their teamwork. The two were successful superior hunters and guardians. They had found more superior than any other duo. Scarlett's tactics among Jessie's sickeningly sweet attitude were surprisingly one of their most defensive-offensive strategies. Nonetheless, after their fight when she had been in the superior, he'd never forgive her nor like her anymore. He couldn't stand her but he kept it to himself for the rest of everyone's sanity. 

He sighed and looked around at Jessie then to the new girl, Lucy. He stared in shock. Toby's little sister was here now? The whole damn family were Guardians now. Liam knew Toby had the most dangerous position: being a double-agent at Victor's castle in England. Liam also knew Toby was aware of his status as well but the two kept each others secrets. He wondered where Toby was and wished he'd join already. He could not stand being in here alone. At least he had Jessie but she was with Scarlett, so it was hard to count on that.

[b]"Welcome Lucy,"[/b] He greeted and smiled at her sweetly. [b]"I'm Liam, one of your brother's friends'."[/b]

"Fake-friend," coughed Scarlett under her breathe and drank her latte as if to say she had a tickle in her throat. She'd have more than a tickle" she'd have his fist or knife through it.

It was quiet enough that nobody could make it out but himself. He clenched his fists and kept a calm exterior though inside he was boiling. He looked around to see if Ben or Toby had entered but they hadn't. Where were they, he thought impatiently? He sighed and tried to focus on how he would train Alcina and Ariana this year. He needed them to work together power wise and unite their powers. Their wind and water were going to be huge against the superior. With Jason's added fire and Shay's ability to create storms, the four were power-houses. Rose's force-fields were vital as well to protecting everyone. Alex, with mind-reading, could warn the others of oncoming danger. His telekinesis? Powerful and defensive together.  James' ability to naturally know what to do strategically were an added bonus. Liam knew this group could be unstoppable if they all had enough training and the mindset. He also knew the superiors were aware of this as well. Hopefully he could start with the Grave twins and Aidan could get the two girls. Alex needed work, though. 

He sighed. How could he look the kid in the eye when he knew his sister's and dated one of them? It was so awkward. He promised Skylar though he would keep an eye on Alex and Emma and protect them to the best of his ability. That was the least he knew he could do for her. Liam turned his attention back to the meeting as older Guardians came in to round everyone up. Thank God. Could they finally end this so he could do his duty?[/color]