Ouin Shishi sat on the roof of Wu, gazing up at the sky. Dunweir had reportedly crushed a school recently and he was getting stronger with each passing take over. With fighter like his sister and Vayn, taking over the entire city seemed possible at this point. Yuan Shao has put the word out that a joint attack is needed if Dunweir is to be stopped. However, as long as Vayn is on his side, the man is nearly invisible. Ouin sat up and clenched his hand. "So, I manipulate Vayn and Calleigh. Then, I use this joint attack to have Vayn take Dunweir out, huh? Its like that time all over again." He laughed to himself a little before standing up and looking out across the school, the various students discussing this supposed alliance. "I wonder what Sun will do?" He put on his jacket and walked to the roof door. "I know what I have to do."

Wang Yun- Zishi, the man responsible for the death of Dong Zhou and partially (if not majorly) an instigator of the three kingdoms period, resided within Ouin. The occasional flashes of memories didn't bother him too much. However, the nightmares of his death wake him up almost every night. Violently killed by Dong Zhou's men and regarded as a war criminal for all time is all that sum up Wang Yun. Ouin doesn't feel as though he is the same as Wang Yun though. He believes that he is smarter and more experienced having to live his own life and relive Wang Yun's. Ouin needed to find Vayn and Calleigh to set his plan into motion. Even with the combined strength of all the schools, could they really stop Dunweir? Ouin didn't think so and that is why he has decided to take one step closer to the destiny forced on him. He exited the main school building and out the gate without telling anyone where he was going. Getting inside Hu Lao High won't be a problem for him, but getting out will be the tricky part. For him it might end up being the exciting part as well.

Isaac Vayn entered the gates of Hu Lao High, after returning from wiping out a group of students from a rival school. It had seemed that no one was able to keep up with him in battle, and this bored him. He sought out fierce warriors in hopes of finding a worthy opponent, yet so far he found nothing. Also, he did not like following the orders of Christian Dunweir, for he was no fool, and he knew of the history of his past life, of the life of Lu Bu.
"If things continue as they are...things will end just the same. Still, what Dunweir is doing...can I really abide by it? What point is their in trying to conquer this land? Why attack the other schools and provoke them? Does he wish for destiny to repeat itself?" Isaac shook his head and shouldered his weapon, the legendary Sky Piercer. Suddenly, he felt a presence behind him, and turned to see Elena Thorn, a servant of his family, sent to aid him, and the reborn Chen Gong. "Elena, just as silent as ever. You've been trained well." He complimented. As usual, she had an emotionless expression, and bowed before him.
"Master Isaac. I heard you have defeated another group of students. If you would just tell me I can assassinate your enemies. It is what I was trained for..." She said in a emotionless voice.
"Raise your head Elena, and how many times do I have to tell you to stop with the 'master' crap. We've known each other since we were children, so you can be a little more formal." Isaac said smirking. Elena raised her head.
"As you wish, but why do you yourself go out? Do you know how dangerous that is? What if the other schools amush you at once? Would you be able to hold them off?" She asked, her hands tightly clenched. Isaac smiled, looking at her.
"There is no one out there that can defeat me...So you don't need to worry. And you know why I go, to find a worthy opponent. I'm sure one of the schools must have a strong fighter, and I would like to face them, to test myself." He said, looking into the sky.
"Isaac...what about...your destiny? You know how things will turn out..." Elena started. Issac had an annoyed expression.
"Screw destiny! I will live as I choose, and I will not have my life preordained. As far as I'm concerned, I could care less what happens to this city. All I wish is to seek a strong opponent." He gave a small sigh. "I'm going inside. Please do some reconnasaince on the other schools for me and tell me what they are planning to do." He said as he turned and walked away.
"Yes sir..." Elena said as she disappeared into the trees in the school yard.

CRACK!

A pained yell came from the student that was kicked into a nearby tree; it was unclear if the sickening crack was the sound of breaking bones or a breaking tree.

“So, what were you doing here again?” Casually asked Sun as she sauntered over to the bloodied student.

“I…j-just bringing n-news!”

“Really? I didn’t realize that delivering messages entailed hiding in trees and bushes, or spying on leaders of a school. My bad!” Sun acted as if she was innocently and totally mistaken before she grabbed the front of his shirt, bringing him close to her face. “But you and I both know that messengers are to wait at the front gates, and stay there till they are invited in. You were spying on me for your leader weren’t you?” The defeated student could only nod. “Well, I really don’t give a damn who your leader is, but be sure to give them a good report for me eh?” She winked her green eye at him and stood him up, patting him on the back none to gently, causing him to fall over again. She laughed a little and turned to leave, “Don’t let me see you again, bye bye!” the student limped towards the school gates, fully intending to leave.

Sun saw Lu watching her in the shade of a tree and waved him over, “Lu! How’s my cute scholar today?” She greeted him in her usual way and briskly walked over, “I heard that there is news of a call for a joint attack or something?...” Sun could always count on Lu to be updated on the news.

"Damn it... what is she?" A boy wearing a student uniform was lying in the floor trying to raise, infront of him where other two students wearing the same uniform: one lying in the floor like him having troubles breathing while the second one was trying to hit a girl with a baseball bat. Xei had been waiting for something like this since she heard strange rumors about schools being attacked she had been on stand-by in the entrance of the school missing her classes waiting for something to happen, when the boys appeared before her she knew they weren´t part of the real attack, probably they were students pretending to be rude or trying to mess with other schools, now she was hitting them were it would hurt them more: defeating them without attacking forcing them to attack and fall tired.

"Now then I have business in other place, could you please..." Xei make a sudden feint with her left hand as if she was about to throw a punch, but instead spinning her body making a counterclockwise turn to her right side and placing her right hand in the boy´s neck and putting a light pressure on it "Return to your own school? Or should we pass the word of you and your friends being defeated by an unarmed girl?" The student looked to his friends and then to Xei, after a moment he nodded sighing and walked toward his friends helping them to get up, the starting to walk to the street "Ah one last thing..." Xei turned her back to them showing that she was letting them go just like that and started walking towards the school "Don´t come back her I don´t want innocent people involved in whatever comes."

Xei entered the school while some students complimented her for the hard work, the unique thing she didn´t need at the moment, a laugh coming from a girl at her right side made the students stop complimenting, it was Aya. The students started to get away from the place in silence, it was like a secret agreement between all of them: Xei and Aya were to be alone unless they said another thing. Aya placed her hands in Xei´s shoulders smiling at her "Innocent people? Them?" Xei winked and smiled while a determinated look appeared in her eyes "All the ones that are not involved are innocent." Aya sighed her cousin was to much for her "Yeah yeah, so want to hear what I heard while sneaking in the principal´s office? This time Xei was the one that smile showing her gratitude to her cousin "I though you would never ask it. So what´s the situation?" Aya nodded and continued talking "Things are a little more serious from what we expected..."

"What's somebody like you, doing in a place like this?
say, did you come alone? or did you bring all your friends.
say, what's your name, what you drinking
i think i know what you're thinking
baby what's your sign, tell me yours I'll tell you mine
say, what's somebody like you doing in a place like this

I'll never be the same - if we ever meet again
Won't let you get away-ay - say, if we ever meet again
This free fall's, got me so
Kiss me all night, don't ever let me go
I'll never be the same
if we ever meet again

Say if we ever meet again

Do you come here much? I swear I've seen your face before
Hope you don't see me flash, but I cant help but want you more, more
Baby tell me whats your story
I ain't shy, don't you worry
I'm flirting with my eyes, wanna leave with you tonight
So do you come here much, I gotta see your face some more, some more

'Coz baby I

I'll never be the same - if we ever meet again
Won't let you get away-ay - say, if we ever meet again
This free fall's, got me so
Kiss me all night, don't ever let me go
I'll never be the same
if we ever meet again

If we ever meet again
I'll have so much more to say if we ever meet again"

It was not a music player that emitted such a song and beautiful voice rather it was the most beautiful flower of the Hu Lao High who created such a pleasing sound to the ears of men. This young lady can be seen sitting under a wooden bench beneath a large oak tree in the school grounds. She has her eyes closed as a pair of noticeable black earphones were placed upon her ears. It seemed that she was singing along with the music that her mp3 player was playing at the moment. Thus if anyone would come to look at her, they would be allured by her gentle and innocent beauty that she presented so easily. As if, she had no worries in the world and simply living a life of a normal teenage girl. Alas, it was never meant to be.

The song within her player had come to a stop and in time, her eyes opened as the view of the blue sky welcomed her sight. The same color as her cornea which was always being complimented by many people. This made her sigh with such a thought. Removing her earphones, she gazed at her hands that were similar to a statue molded to perfection. It made her wonder if her physical appearance was due to the soul that she carries. If that is so, can she truly say that her beauty is her own or simply the reputation of her predecessor. Releasing another sigh, she cannot help but worry about the future when it seemed that the destiny was making sure it was fulfilled in other ways.

Standing from her seat, she can hear light whispers from the other students who were staring at her. Even though they were keeping it as much unheard by her, she can still interpret what they were saying. All of them admired her and had been labeled as the Rose Princess Calleigh of Hu Lao High without her knowledge beforehand. They also seemed to have an unspoken contract that whenever they would see her they would give respect. In her opinion, it was too much since she had done no deed worthy of such actions additionally, she hardly makes real friends for they were either intimidated by her popularity or afraid of her fan's club or something. She was simply acting as a normal her as possible as she can.

"When will this end..."

She said to no one in particular as she decided to return to her class. Her break was over and she wanted to continue her role as a student no matter the circumstances however, it seemed fate always intervenes on her plans and decisions. Making her way to the entrance of the school, she saw two familiar figures entering the school. A certain erratic beat was produced by her heart and she knew the reason for that. Knowing, she had to fight for her chosen future. Calleigh averted her eyes and hurriedly entered the building to avoid any interactions however, she bumped into a chest that seems to be familiar. Her initial reaction was to apologize.

"I am so sorry! I was not paying attention and---"

Her words were instantly stopped when a finger was placed upon her lips and Calleigh knew that the figure she collided into was the one she was destined to betray and lead to his death. The man she adores and cares for as of now, her brother Christian.

"It seemed you are still clumsy as ever Calleigh. It is not good for the Rose Princess of Hu Lao High."

Christian is an icon of Hu Lao High and the leader. He had swiftly taken over without any problems and was slowly conquering other schools to gain more authority and power. Thus, he is viewed as a force to reckon with. In addition, people admire his tactics and also handsome looks that made the female populace of the school fall in love over him. Although, his unsociable personality puts all of them in line.

"Brother, please stop calling me that! Also, did you send Vayne again to defeat another school? Why are you doing this? You know your fate!"

Golden eyes gazed at blue ones with seriousness and cold determination. It made Calleigh flinch in fear just for a little bit and worry erupted within her heart. She wants to stop this destiny thing and for both of them to have normal lives like everyone else. However, her brother was doing the opposite of it. She looked away and knew that tears were beginning to form upon her eyes. That is when she felt an arm placed on top of her head which made her remember their childhood days. It was a gesture that always made her calm down.

"It will be alright, Calleigh. Speaking of that, Isaac is here."

Calleigh turned around as she saw the figures she avoided earlier were now closing on their position. It made her heart beat so wildly knowing that the three of them had intertwined fates and the tales about it was very famous throughout history.

Gareth looked up from the pieces of iron he was wielding together in the shape of a flower and lifted up his eye guard, "What did you say, Fay?"

"It's true," the reincarnation of Fan Jiang replied, "Zen saw Xie and Aya fighting off three students from another school at the front gate. We thought it would be best to come tell you." Fay and Zen had been close friends with Gareth since middle school and all three knew of their bloody past, but none was willing to let something that had happened more than a thousand years ago to come between their friendship.

"So the rumours that the other schools have been moving were true. Still... to come to us like this in broad daylight is pretty stupid," Gareth said, setting aside the wielding iron and turning off the gas. "But if it's Xie and Aya then there should be no problem. I'm just going to go see what she is going to do about this. Come on, lets go." With that, Gareth stood up and picked up his Viper Blade leaning on the counter beside him. It had been wrapped in a long white cloth so not to frighten the other students, and he made his way through the school hallways.

Gareth had just stepped out of the building when Xie and Aya sent the three boys limping away. By then, Zen had joined him. Gareth walked up to his long-time friend and once sworn brother, "Troublemakers?" he asked, not noticing that she was in a conversation with Aya, "wish you'd have left some for me. What did they want?" Gareth fingered his spear and added, "should i go and make sure whoever sent them will never bother us again?"

‘What am I doing?’ Abby asked herself for perhaps the hundredth time. She stood very still, hands folded in front of her, eyes straight ahead, ignoring the pointing and hushed talking of those on the other end of the entrance that she stood in front of. She wore an outfit that would suggest she had no intention of fighting, not unless she wanted to flash anyone of course. Even then, she grabbed many people’s attention, what was this girl doing waiting in front of Hu Lao High, as if she were a fighter from another school? She did not look it, for she carried no weapon or threatening demeanor, in fact she seemed mildly spacey.
“Um, are you new here? Or…”

“I bring a message for Dong Zhou, from Cao Cao.” Abby answered immediately, it did not appear so, but she had answered so quickly out of nervousness, she seemed only agitated at waiting to the boy who asked her.

“Oh, god I’m sorry, everyone assumed you were just a new student. Well, anyway, do you have any intention of starting anything violent? And do you agree to be respectful and fallow our rules of conduct?” Asked the boy mechanically, Abby nodded at each question, he waved her in. “Ok, so basically I’ll ask if he’s available, but if he’s busy you’ll have to wait, oh yah what’s your name?”

“Abby Alecto.” Abby answered, fallowing quietly behind him, hands still folded in front of her.

“Ah no, I mean the name of the soul you carry…” He corrected.

Abby bit her lower lip before answering, “I carry the soul of Zhang Liao.” This caused the boy to stop suddenly and turn to her with an expression that fully suggested that he didn’t believe that Cao Cao’s top General was the pretty girl before him. She did not carry the legendary weapon, nor did she look very combatant. “I respectfully speak the truth.” She told him, sounding cold, but actually intending it to sound respectful; things never seemed to come out the way she meant them to.

“All right, but you know the penalty for impersonating someone if they find out what you’re doing.” The boy did not think that Abby was Zhang Liao because she let him pass with such a comment without batting an eye at him. From what he read, the real Zhang Liao would have ripped him a new one. “My Lord, Zhang Liao brings a message from Cao Cao.” They had arrived at the location of Dong Zhou, and the boy bowed respectfully, awaiting his leader’s orders of either sending the messenger away or leaving them to discuss what Zhang Liao had come for.

Ouin stood outside of the entrance to Hu Lao High, trying to decide how he would go about this conversation with Vayn and Calleigh. He took a small sigh and walked in, looking around at the various students. He was debating on whether or not he should have come here so soon. He was actually worried about Sun and what she might do if the supposed alliance didn't sit well with her. "Ah, Ouin, what brings you here?" Ouin looked to see Li Jue standing there. Li is a trusted friend of Dunweir's and while not one of the strongest at Hu Lao, was still a capable fighter. "Came to see the boss, is he in?" Li motioned for Ouin to follow him.

Only a few people knew the soul that Ouin carried and they were all at Wu. To everyone else he told them he carried the soul of Zuo Ci - Yuanfang, an alchemist who supposedly caused the death of Cao Cao. Ouin used this story to gain entry into Hu Lao and find Vayn and Calleigh, before Yuan Zhou moved forward with his plan. However, while a few in Wu know the soul he carries, they do not know what he is doing behind the scenes. Ouin knew he was taking a huge risk when he decided to move forward with his plan, but it was a risk he felt he must take.

As the two walked, Li went on about the last school they took over and how Wu's turn was not far away. Ouin merely smiled and nodded his head, even though he felt like sending him through a wall then and there. As they approached Ouin and Li saw several people around Dunweir, including his sister. "Let's wait here Li. I'll talk to him after their done." They sat down on a bench and struck up a conversation. Li seemed to be unaware of this supposed alliance. Maybe Yuan was able to keep the information out of their hands or Li hasn't been told yet.

Lu sat at a tree, enjoying the soft warmth of the sun, that was narrowed by the shadows of the leaves. He watched the enemy's spy, as he got beaten by Sun. Lu admired Sun. She was brave and strong, even thought sometimes a bit stubborn. Some people from other schools even call her crazy, but not the people on her school. As she came towards him, Lu stood up. Lu used to call Sun "Milady", whether or not she likes that. His loyality to the rulers of Wu seemed to come with the soul within him.

"Good Morning, Milady! I'm fine thank you. How are you feeling today? I see that you have found some spy. Maybe we should have asked him some questions, rather than letting him run with the news he got?"

Lu looked over Sun's shoulder for a moment to see if the pupil had gone. He would have investigated this person to learn more about his ruler, but that was not how Sun handled the way. Thought he didn't agree with everything she did, he at least let her have her way.

"Oh, yes. Yuan Shao has called for that attack on the Hu Lao High. It seems like he wants to unify all the other schools against them, especially against Christian Dunweir, the actual ruler of that school. I think he has an own plan for this, I don't know if we could trust him with this. The alliance will definitively overpower the Hu Lao High, but we have to see what's after that. If we could kick Dunweir from his throne, we might also etablish ourselves even more."

As Isaac walked into the school yard he noticed Christian and Calleigh talking together. He smirked, thinking how he was walking straight into fates hands.Isaac approached them, greeting them.
"Good day Lady Calleigh, and you to Christian. I'm sure you've heard the attack today was successful...but you should be wary...The other schools are forming an alliance against you, and they plan to attack Hu Lao...You should be prepared." He looked into the sky, thinking. "What is it that you hope to gain, anyway? You do know you are repeating history, right? Things will not go well if you continue down this path." He paused and sighed. "Ugh, never mind. Forget I said anything. Anyways, all you need to worry is the outer defenses. Station your troops there. I will guard the gates of Hu Lao myself, and no one will get past me." He smiled as he bounced Sky Piercer on his shoulder. Suddenly, a messenger came up escorting a young woman.

“My Lord, Zhang Liao brings a message from Cao Cao.”

Isaac paused, a little taken aback, then smirked. So, she serves under Cao Cao, yet the Dong Zhuo insurrection hasn't ended yet. This is good, as this shows fate is already starting to change... He thought. He looked at the girl and smiled.
"It is good to meet you...I am Isaac Vayn, the carrier of the soul of Lu Bu." Isaac then looked at Christian. "Well, shouldn't you hear what she has to say?"

Aya released Xei´s shoulders as she saw Gareth, Fay and Zen reaching where they were, she nod to them quietly if the news where to been passed better to told them to all, Xei in the other hand waved to them while smiling, Gareth was a long-time friend that she treated more as a brother than nothing, although she knew this was because of the past she really preferred treating him as her real brother. She shooked her head at them still smiling "Let them go, troublemakers or not they are not involved in this... yet. Let´s say they were really involved and that my judgement was wrong, in that case not matter how someone say it Shu never returned the attack aimed at it... " Xei winked and raised her head looking to ceiling then she look down matching her sight to Gareth´s eyes "And yes with that I´m telling you to not attack... for now."

Xei turned her head to Aya and nod to her, Aya nod to Xei and walked near the group then she started speaking in a low voice that only them would hear "This is what I heard while I was in the principal´s office, he was speaking by phone with someone with a real high rank since all his answers ended with a "sir", anyways the rumors are true someone is attacking the schools and some are making alliances to figth this menace, but I heard another thing... something that involves all of us..." Aya looked around her making sure that they were alone and get even closer to the group putting a serious face, something unusual on her, then she continued talking lowering her voice more "The principal himself yelled this in surprise so it´s not mistake from my part... Zhang Liao was saw moving this morning."

Xei couldn´t help but shiver a little, she didn´t have anything against the soul bearer of Zhang Liao, not even knowing who was, she even had a light memory of the past Liu Bei and Guan Yu pleading for the life of Zhang Liao. The problem now was that Zhang Liao moving could only mean one thing: Cao Cao. After calming herself Xei watched at Gareth with subtlety. It was better to change the subject before he snapped. "As you said Aya... is more than we expected, I think is time to make our move too." Aya looked to her cousin with expectation while moving her lips without saying nothing, but Xei understood her perfectly talking firmly "Not yet Aya, I won´t declare anything until we are ready besides I need three things: the position the school has actually, the opinions of the ones I trust the more..." Xei smiled to group, and continue talking "And my swords... did he manage to...?" Aya nod quickly "Yes, he found hard creating new swords from the old remains of six old swords, but somehow managed to forge new swords they are different, but they will do the job I hid them in the school with someone of our trust."

Xei nod once more and turned her head to Gareth, Fay and Zen putting a sad smile. "So guys, what should we do now?"

Day 1
Wow. A fucAn exhausting day. Straight off the back of a 15-hour flight, I had about 6 hours of sleep, then into my first day of school. (THANKS, MUM.) I cannot tell you just how stuffed I actually was. I almost fainted when the teacher introduced me to the class. Awkward at the best of times, but...well, let's just say that it wasn't exactly the best way to gain the respect of my classmates. I spent my day enduring countless performances, embellished and exaggerated tenfold each time, of my collapsing in front of about 30 students. In class as well, no less. Teachers didn't do anything about it, the fucks.

There were tootwo people, though. I don't know what it is about them. I seem to know them, even though I've certainly never seen them in my life. It may have something to do with Zhou Yu. But I jut just don't know. Then again, I picked Wu school for a reason.

I saw one of them, a small girl, absolutely smash some guy. I could overhear some words. But what is this about messengers and leaders and reports. Guy definitely, wasn't from our school. And later, I heard her talking to someone called 'Lu' about an attack on a school called Hu Lao High. Definitely some weird stuff going down here.

I've made my resolution. I need to find out who these people are. They might know about my secret. They may even have the same secret. Once again, I DN DON'T KNOW! For frick's sake, why don't I know anything? But I do know something. What I do know is this; I need to talk to that girl and Lu.

(OOC: If you can't read, zoom in a bit.)

Sun tapped her lower lip in thought about her choice of letting the spy go, Lu didn’t agree with it, and he brought up a good point, but…”If you think about it Lu, it doesn’t really matter which warlord he serves. I’m not afraid to take on any of them, no matter which one it is.” She shrugged, “Besides, I’m not trying to hide or anything.” This was the way she had always dealt with spies, as this wasn’t the first time they had come. No one seemed to believe that Wu High’s leader and bearer or Sun Ce’s soul was only a 5’ tall girl, until she beat them to a pulp and sent them on their way. This was her way of building a rep and making sure people knew that Wu was strong. She valued Lu’s input and often took his advice, but in this matter she had to do things her way.

“A joint attack, has everyone got ants in their pants? But then again Dong Zhou seems to be repeating his tactic of conquering what he can…” Sun scratched her head in thought. “I hate it when things get this complicated. I don’t like how déjà vu-ish this is starting to look.” Sun did not like it one bit. It was a gut feeling.

“In any case, I need to consult both you and Quin. I assume that you have an opinion on this already.” Sun always consulted her best minds before making a huge decision, their opinions were invaluable. She used to just declare things left and right, but often that landed her with less than the best results. So she started consulting her strategists before acting, making the system much smoother and more capable. They thought of things that she did not.

“Speaking of which, where is wonder boy?” She often referred to Quin as either wonder boy, or her gem. Sun let out a sigh and then smirked, she just remembered something. “Oh by the way, you wouldn’t mind doing me a favor would you?” She folded her hands in front of her face and put on an innocent look with uninnocent intentions. “My homework needs doing again, darn stuff just seems to pile up. Would you do it for me? You will! Thank you so much Lu I knew I could always count on you what a good little scholar you are.” She started her usual routine of bullying Lu into doing her homework for her; she’d have horrid grades if it weren’t for him.

Calleigh gazed towards her brother with worried-filled eyes when she heard about the alliances of the other schools against them. Her face portrayed her fear and nervousness without hesitation. This could be her weakness or strength in a way. She never had a doubt to reveal what she truly feels at the moment to anyone and the cause of her troubled heart was Christian's destiny which was quickly coming to a close with the news Isaac brought. Although, the events happening were too fast for her taste. For soon enough, his death will be coming through the gates of Hu Lao and she did not like that scene to happen in any way. It was enough seeing the death of Dong Zhou in her dreams. She did not want to witness it in present time with her brother being the Tyrant Dong Zhou. Thus ignoring her manners of not greeting back Isaac, she began to speak her mind to her brother.

"Brother! Pl--"

A hand was raised in the air. It was gesture to prevent Calleigh from speaking any further and it was enough to stop her sentence in an instant. Christian lowered his hand as he observed the silence of his younger sister. His action was not to embarrassed her in front of any one. It was merely to calm her down especially knowing Calleigh's honesty about her sentiments. The news that Isaac brought was not new to him. Actually, he had expected this long enough to be not surprised about it. He was Dong Zhou and he knew the man's life like the palm of his hand. After all, he was bombarded with thousands of memories of his predecessor since he was young. There was no reason for him not to know. So, he will use it to his advantage. He may not be a genius to have an I.Q. of 200 however, he is shrewd enough in these kind of situations.

"Good day as well. I already did, Isaac. However, thank you for the opinion. It was obvious this was about to happen. I did incite the situation. So, I expected the outcome would be the same."

He spoke in such a clear tone that did not have any hint of fear or hesitation in what he was doing. His hands were now inside his pants' pockets as he stood with much regalia and confidence that emitted an aura of an aristocratic ruler. It was very different from his historical predecessor who would act like a dumb spoiled child and speak profanity to get his way. Christian never did anything of the sort although, he did seem to acquire the cruelty and the attitude to never do battle when not needed. An Ice Prince, it was his alias around the school. Christian was cold and indifferent towards everyone except to his sister. Golden eyes that would always be piercing as if preparing to kill the prey, it was his reputation to be always composed and it had been a fancied rumor around the learning compound to see him with a panic look upon his handsome face which was unlikely to happen. Maybe, if his death is before him, then it could occur. For now, it was an improbable thing. His gaze was fixed upon Isaac as the man emphasize his weapon. It was the mark of the soul he carries while for him, "Horror" was stored in the vault for the time being. He did not like carrying it while having classes. It impractical in his opinion.

"I trust your skills, Isaac. Additionally, I hate destiny don't you as well?"

Maybe it was an illusion or a trick. But, he gave an almost unnoticeable smirk after speaking his position. If one's eyes were not paying attention or quick enough, they would never witness such a show of expression for it disappeared like a passing wind. It was in that moment, a lower subordinate came towards them escorting a young woman. She was unarmed just like him and his sister who want to avoid conflict much as possible. He listened to the words of the messenger. An interesting turn of events, he was getting amused by the second. In addition, he did notice the appearance of Li and Ouin who seemed to wait for this conversation in front of him to end. In any case, the two can wait. He was tad curious to hear what the carrier of Zhang Liao has to speak to him.

"Leave and do tell the teachers that we would be a tad late for class."

The messenger bowed in respect and acknowledging the order given to him and quickly left the place without any unnecessary movements. Calleigh was silent during the course of the conversation between the two men that had the flames of betrayal following them from the past. Although, she did seem interested at the appearance of a woman carrying Zhang Liao's soul. She expected for that kind of person to be intimidating the least having such skills to be respected by Cao Cao and Lu Bu in the past. Nevertheless, one could never judge a book for its cover as the saying goes. Taking the the lead of Isaac, she gave a warm smile to the new comer.

"Welcome to Hu Lao High! I am Calleigh Dunweir, I am known in the past as Diao Chan... It is a pleasure meeting you!"

She left her brother's side and offered her hand for a friendly handshake. Unlike Christian, she was more approachable and kind to anyone around her. It is because of her gentle nature she had always brought problems to her brother when they were still kids. Nevertheless, she was a lovable and fun person to be with. Christian could only sigh mentally for her sister's open kindness to anyone. There was no question, she was never meant to be in the battlefield. Although, his inner monologue did not show on his face at all. Gazing at the the girl carrying Zhang Liao's soul, his golden eyes seemed to pierce into the soul as he begin to speak with such elegant coldness.

"I am the Dong Zhou you seek. Do speak the message you have from Cao Cao."

"I this really all you amount to? I would expect a much better opponent in the fool that would actually make a poor attempt to spy on me," Acius said, laughing at his own poor excuse for a joke. "but, I do respect the whole effort you put into following me around. If it was anyone less skilled you were spying on, you might have actually been able to gather some information. Too bad."

Acius was speaking to the disabled spy whose place of origin he did not know. The young spy was male, larger that Acius himself, and even well equipped. He had a dark green outfit on, to blend in with the heavy bushes outside of his favorite spot to just get away from it all. Both of the spy's arms were bound behind his back, with the boy's own blade piercing through the palms of both hands to keep them together. Strangely, the boy had no other noticeable damage. Acius was smiling brightly, sitting on top of the boy who was too pained to move, and knew he was too out-matched to try.

"P-please.. Can you let me go?" The young boy begged.

Acius began to laugh, with real humor in his voice. He stood, turned to face to boy, and reached towards his neck. The boy flinched, but Acius simply grabbed him by the collar and lifted the boy to his feet effortlessly. The boy had terror in his eyes, and why not? He was facing the Cao Cao incarnate and was being stared at directly into his eyes. Acius patted him on the back with his right hand, as he moved his left hand to the boy's blade which was currently pierced through his hands, and tore it out in one swift motion. The cut was so clean that it never even bled.

"Get out of here." Acius said, playfully, shoving the young boy towards the gate. "Next time if you're coming for a visit, bring a gift."

"Y-y-you're let-t-t-ing me go?" The boy barely managed to say through his stutter.

Acius laughed again, "Asking nicely goes a very long way. Next time we meet, I would hope that I do not have to kill you."

The panic was obvious on the boy's face, and before he could say another word, Acius was on him, placing his right palm on the boy's lower back, his left hand on the back of the boy's head, and with a left pivoting motion, he swung his body toward's the nearest wall. Using the pivoting motion, he twists the boy's body like a mannequin to throw off his center of gravity, and hauls the boy over the wall.

"Oh, I'm late to history.." Acius said to himself, while taking a look at his watch.

He adjusted his trench coat, flicked his head to get the hair out of his face, and walked quickly towards the school entrance.

Day 2
Alex walked in through the front gates. All around him he could see other students mockingly collapsing, to thunderous roars of laughter. He felt the tendons in his neck stick out. It was hard not to go up and punch them in the face, every last one of them. If only he had some of his old knives! He wouldn't even have to use them, or threaten to (well, not exactly). He could just spread rumours, show them 'accidentally' while opening his locker. No one would dare. But they would never have gotten past customs, and he'd have to wait until the weekend to start his new collection. And he had better things to do. He needed to talk to Sun or Lu.

At recess, Alex looked around for Sun and Lu. He spotted them under a tree, with another student. Alex walked up to them. He handed them a note, and stood there, awkwardly, while they read it.

I'm Zhou Yu. Who are you? What is with this school?

Lu waited for Sun's reply patiently. It was his job to wait where she couldn't. While Sun's reactions seems to be fast and impulsive, they never lack strenght or courage. Lu on the other hand wasn't very strong, considering that he was called one of the four warriors of Wu. He could never match the power of one of the other school's warriors, only that of the usual other classmates and bullies. He had his own way to fight stronger opponents, with his cleverness. That helped him to stand the whole fight for a pretty long time now.

"Milady. I know that the whole things seems like it had already happened nearly two thousand years in the past. We should at least be careful of things to happen. It seems like someone actually wants to use this for his own, but i can't clearly say who that person is. If you want I can keep an eye up on that."

Lu sighed as he got overthrown by Sun's innocent look again. He was not of that sort that he could easily deny her a wish. He took the homework from her and spoke to her.

"You know, that you might have to do your homework yourself one day, Milady. I can't always be around to do that for you."

He was somehow surprised that the new guy came towards them. Lu had already investigated much about him. He knew that the guys name was Alex and that he moved over from Australia. It was important to learn much about new pupils, so no spies successfully infiltrated the school. Lu could name each of the new students on the second or third day, it was not that hard to remember them. Instead of speaking with them, Alex handed a note over to them. It seemed like he was rather shy, but Lu didn't mind at all. He read the short letter and gave it over to Sun.

"So I guess you are born the soul of him then? I'm honored to meet you finally, I'm Lu Jakoshu, holder of the soul of Lu Xun. And i have the honor to introduce to you ..."

Lu stopped for a moment. During that moment he shifted his attention from Alex over to Sun. He smiled at her in an excusing way. He knew that she wasn't so formal and would have introduced herself.

"The glorious and noble Lady Sun Mc'Rise."

“Hyah! Hyah! Hyah!” A small Zhang Liao struck a punching block systematically, never faltering in form as he hit his target painfully.

“A good day or two of this’ll toughen you up, keep it up Zhang! No don’t wince; your target should be afraid of you, not the other way around!” Lu Bu coached him from afar, lounging and polishing his blade lazily, not particularly paying any mind to the young Zhang Liao. A sickening crack split the air, “Don’t tell me you broke your hand…” Lu Bu looked up, but it was the wood that had broken, not Liao’s hand. “….not bad kid, not bad at all.” Zhang’s chest welled up in pride, fire sparked in his eyes.

Abby’s eyelids lowered to lowered as she turned her head away from Lu Bu, she had given him a glance and a nod, but that was it. She knew that the nostalgia she had felt was only Zhang Liao’s memories, not her own, not her own, not Abby’s. She didn’t know this Isaac, so she would not act like she did. This was forced of course and difficult for her, but she radiated disinterest and kept her emotions to herself. This was the original plan, but the strikingly sunny girl that introduced herself cheerily caused Abby to look taken aback.

“Oh um, thank you.” Abby shook her hand, surprised that she had received such a sincerely warm welcome. This girl did say she was Diao Chan’s soul bearer, and she was beautiful, but nowhere near as capable looking as Lady Diao had been. Zhang Liao remembered her only vaguely, she had been more interested in Lu Bu than him. But in any case Calliegh was very friendly. “Nice to meet you too.” Abby smiled a little, but her expression slipped back into disinterested as Dong Zhou addressed her. Her eyes half closed, her arms loose, her whole body radiating apathy. If his eyes were piercing into her soul, he’d find himself with nothing to look at.

She began, “Events may play out differently, faces may change, intentions and ideas will differ, but history has a nasty way of repeating itself. Allow me to recap, in the end the Wu nation was left standing the longest, and they weren’t even in our little campaign. We all died because of either betrayal or foolishness; you by betrayal, me by foolishness, so why are you repeating yourself?” Abby’s voice was quite neutral. Dong Zhou was killed by Lu Bu, while Cao Cao died because of paranoia towards physicians, resulting in him not getting treated and dying from illness. Abby wondered what was running though Dong Zhou’s head, Cao Cao had been after Dong’s head from day one in the Han Dynasty, it was his main goal to rid the land of him in the beginning. Would this person even think twice about a message from Cao Cao?

"Yuki it's practically the beginning of the school year!" The nurse groaned, wrapping the gash on her right arm within a tourniquet.
The stubborn, red haired Yuki rolled her eyes and sighed."Well it's not my freaking fault that the guy keeps botherin' me." She shrugged,"So I punched him in the nose, what's the big deal? He should learn how to fight."
"That's not the point!" She was getting frustrated."This is the third time this week! You're going to get suspended sooner or later because of your little rumbles with the other students."

Yuki wasn't really paying attention, because this wasn't entirely true. Wei School was infamous for its fights, because mostly everyone here were descendants from warrior families, so fighting was most of the time dismissed, depending on the extent of damage done (to both the people and school). The nurse tied the tourniquet, and Yuki hopped down from the stiff medical bed. Despite her slight annoyance Yuki forced a smile of gratitude.

"Well, thanks anyways Hana," She thanked her with a bow, just for show.
Nurse Hana make a motherly face - - one that was scornful yet caring."Oh, don't mention it. Now I don't want you back here unless it's serious, you got that?"
Yuki nodded."Hai."

Then she had left out the small nurse office, passing by Jin Kurasagi (the boy with the bloody nose) on her way out, just as the bell had rang. Students came pouring out of the side doors in clumps, pushing against Yuki as she walked down the hall. She shoved a few in irritant manner, making her way through the throng of students.
Yuki wasn't starting the year off very well. She had already got in a fight with three people, all because she wasn't very liked. She was very cocky and arrogant. So what? So what that means was that people wanted to challenge her, physically and verbally. And she never backed down to a down to a challenge. Especially guys. There was something about fighting a guy that just got her running. They supposedly had a more physical fit than girls. Their bodies were built for strain and physical work. Women were built for conceiving. Or so she's been told. But she wasn't having that. Yuki wanted to be as good as the guys. And because of this not many girls (none, really) liked her, and guys either were annoyed by her or just were scared of her.
She put her hands in her pockets, walking aimlessly down the halls as the world seemed to swirl around her. Everyone in their own universes.

Gareth smiled back at Xie, "Then i will allow them to live a little longer. However if Zhang Liao is moving that must mean Wei is rearing its ugly head again." Zhang Fei frowned at the thought of the Wei school, and memories of the past flashed in the back of his mind. The fire of anger and hatred started burning and he subconsciously started running his hand along the shaft of the Viper Blade. He shook his head, clearing his mind and reminding himself that he is Gareth Lingard not Zhang Fei. Now was not the time to give into ancient hatred. The students of his school was in danger. Gareth believes just as Xie does that the eternal struggles of their destiny should not and must not bring harm to the other students in the school. "Yes, you are right Xie, if there are people targeting students from other schools then we must move to protect ourselves and the student body."

Gareth stared up at the sky and heaved a great sigh, then it is starting again, the neverending battles and the inescapable chains of destiny. A part of him shouted with joy at the aspect while another weeped for his salvation. Gareth turned his glaze to Xie and fiery determination began burning in them. He had failed his brothers once, he would not do it again. He had been with Xie since young childhood and sees her as the sister that he never had. His life before hers, Gareth swore to himself, never will he let the people close to him come to harm again. In the spurt of the moment, Gareth enveloped Xie in a great bear hug, "Never fear Xie, whatever you choose to do, know that we will always support you." Fay and Zen nodded in conformation.

Christian remained stoic as ever. It seemed the statement that had been spoken to him by Zhang Liao's new persona did not even make him feel a little bothered about everything. Instead, he calmly turned his back at them and proceeded in returning to his class that was about to begin. The Dong Zhou incarnate merely glanced at any of them as he walked with much calculated movement. It was an obvious gesture of him to say that this conversation was over. He did not like the thought of missing out lessons for no apparent "good" reason. To him, this was absolutely a waste of time and energy.

"Brother! Do not be rude!"

Calleigh spoke with much irritation on how impolite her brother was towards a guest. Even if, history dictates that they were not meant to get along. They were living in the present times and the lives they have are their owns in every way. This is what she believes in and would stand by it. Her hands were on her slim waist as she had a raised eyebrow that showed her annoyance. The Diao Chan reincarnation was not timid especially when it is about her brother who was acting too cold to another person. She did not like that one bit.

"You told her to speak and you are leaving without excusing yourself or even answering her!"

The footsteps of her brother stopped midway as he turned his face towards them. He had no intention of staying there and listen to pointless sentiments from a girl who happened to have Zhang Liao's soul. He had already allowed her to speak just to humor Isaac and the rest of them. If his sister was not here as of now, he would not spare any moment to kill girl who acted as a messenger. There was no way that Cao Cao so early in the game would show or have the audacity to approach him even with a message. The only conclusion that came in his mind was that the girl came on her own volition nothing more.

"I am not a counselor that she can spill her boring sentiments to or I am not a child to explain myself to anyone including her. I have only one answer to her question. I am Christian Dunweir nothing more and nothing less. From the moment, she opened her mouth it was clear that she had nothing good to say. If you want to talk with her Calleigh. Go ahead. I am done with her."

The leader of Hu Lao High suavely continued on his way towards his class. He was simply a man with such a complicated trail of mind. No one was certain what he was plotting or what exactly are his motives in doing all of this that seemed to resemble past events. Nevertheless, he had always implied his opinion about hating destiny. All those around him tried to find the Dong Zhou in him in subtle ways like, the greed for gold, pleasure and women. However, Christian is a man that is not swayed by "trivial" matters as he calls it. He was definitely a different Dong Zhou. A more difficult one to comprehend.

A sigh was released from Calleigh's pink lips, she was truly frustrated about how her brother acted at the moment. She was determined to scold him after school. Taking a deep breath, she faced Zhang Liao's bearer and gave an apologetic gaze. It was clear that on a social scale her brother would get a score of zero or even a negative for such behavior. Although, he did understand his point within his words earlier. She wondered if the path being made by Christian was truly the one that can change destiny or fate itself. Even if, she was considered as the only person closest to him. Calleigh never truly understood what her brother's motives are. Stopping that trail of thought, she focused at the task at hand and amiable spoke to Abby.

"I apologize for such a blatant rude behavior of my brother. He may act like that but he is really a nice and gentle person! If you like, you could tell me anything that is needed to be told to my brother. I would gladly pass the message!"

Isaac smirked as he watched Christian head inside.
So you were able to see through her, huh? Interesting...do you truly expect to change destiny while following the same path? I am quiet intersted in seeing what you're up to. Isaac thought as he turned back to the two. "Well, I suppose there is no point in me being here. I will leave you two ladies alone, and you can discuss what you need to. Good day then..." He gave them a nod and turned, heading for the school. He sighed to himself. "I suppose I have to attend class sometime." As he walked alone he thought of the battle that would enevitably be. The thought of it made him nervous, even though he feared no one in battle, it was fate that worried him. At the end of the battle, fate would have him slay Christian. He did not want to fall into fate's hand, but could he really abide by what Christian was doing? Isaac gave another sigh as he entered the school.


Elena sat hidden amonst the trees at Wei School, watching as Cao Cao spoke to a spy he had captured.

"Hmm...It seems he was not good at his job. He deserves what happened to him." She said in her usual emotionless tone. She then continued to watch as he released the prisoner. "He let him go? How unexpected...Perhaps he does not like to kill weaklings." She stared at Cao Cao. "He will be the cause of Master Isaac's death...I should kill him now, and make sure that never happens." She began to unsheeth her katana, but stopped. "No, Master will be upset if I did that, seeing as he would want the pleasure himself, and he won't fall for the same trap. Well, I have enough information, so I should head back and make a report to Master Isaac." With that she disappeared, returning to Hu Lao High.

Ouin watched the situation from afar, smirking to himself. "Ouin, you alright?" Ouin quickly came to his senses and stood up. "It seems I missed my entrance Li." He gave Li a little wave and chased after Isaac, Not letting the chance to talk to him alone pass him by. He walked past Calleigh and gave a friendly smile as he went. He could see Isaac down the hall and called out to him. "Isaac?! Isaac Vayne?" He picked up his pace and caught up to him. "Damn, you walk fast." He held out his hand with the same friendly smile on his face. "I'm afraid we've never been formally introduced. My name is Ouin Shishi and I carry the spirit of Zuo Ci. I was wondering if you have a moment to talk?"

Isaac was the one that Ouin most needed to turn. He was one of the few that could get close enough to Dunweir to take care of him. Ouin had only met Christian a few times and thought about taking him out himself, but that wouldn't be good enough to put a permanent end to Hu Lao. If Isaac still remained then Hu Lao stilled could fight, but without him and Dunweir, it had no chance. However, Isaac was also the one he needed to hide his true identity from the most.

Acius cocked his head to the left a bit as he saw Yuki walking by, scorning the people around her. He smiled in her general direction without actually paying any attention to see if she had noticed his simple gesture. He continued walking by, and as he passed Yuki, he began to walk with more urgency to a room down at the empty end of the hallway, where most students knew well not to be around. He made his way towards a locked door which had a faded, bullet-proof glass window. He stopped at the door and looked to the kids at the opposite wall. His simple action of looking at them game them the message to leave. He inserted the key into the doorknob, and entered to desolate room.

"You're late. That's unlike you." A dark figure said, sitting by the open window, three stories off the ground.

"Yeah, I had to put on a show for Dong Zhou's underling... Would you believe, that anyone would actually try to spy on me at my own home?" He remarked, laughing as he slid off his coat, and hung it on a nearby hook. "There were even two of them! From different sources, mind you. It is good I suppose, for if that weak one hadn't been there to alert me, I may not have actually noticed the larger threat."

"You are far too merciful, Acius. How do you plan on living up to Cao Cao with that kind of..." The figure stopped short, sensing the unbelievable tension coming from his master at that moment. "Eh.. Well, I have the Intel on the other schools. It seems that they actually expect violent action from you soon. How will you respond?"

Acius eased out of tension, and fell back into a chair he pulled out for himself. He looked around the abandoned office that the principal only too eagerly provided to Acius as a gift of some sorts, for bringing glory to his school. Acius never cared too much for that. He was not going to be judged by anyone based on their former opinions of Cao Cao. He respected the spirit that dwelt within him, he drew strength from it, but never did he succumb to it, or begin to fear it. Acius was to be known for his own personal glory, not the repeated action previously made by an ancient war leader. He would live up to that spirit; he would never become it.

"They can believe all they want." Acius said, sighing. "My goal is not to fight, nor to succumb to destiny. I am to make my own path, based on my own decisions, chosen because I believe they are right. I think it is foolish what these war-mongrels are attempting to do, reliving a destructive path, but if it is what is meant to be, it shall happen."

He laughed, waving his hand to his young messenger/spy. He motioned for him to turn on the lights, and sit. He was about to go into preparation for a more secure defense, so to rid the school of these intruders.

It appeared not, Dong Zhou was not interested in what Cao Cao…ok she could cut the crap, what she had to say. You see the truth was, Cao Cao hadn’t sent her to do squat, she hadn’t seen him all week, she didn’t even work for him let alone deliver his messages. She just didn’t think that she’d get this far by simply saying that she just wanted to talk to Dong Zhou herself. So she lied and said that she had a message from Cao Cao. It seemed that she was not going to get what she hoped for however, as he was simply walking away wordlessly, her heart sunk, until his sister caused him to turn around and unintentionally give Abby exactly what she wanted.

Her whole spiel, although true to her opinion, had been specifically said so that his response would tell her one key fact. If Dunweir thought of himself as Dong Zhou, or as Christian, he stated clearly that he thought of himself as Christian. Meaning he was far more dangerous than Abby had anticipated. He had no intention of being a pawn of fate, he felt that he was going to rise above his predecessor, surpass and better his name because he was different, he could make this time different. These were his thoughts, and that made him much harder to maneuver around. Abby’s intention was not to beat him, she didn’t want to destroy anyone, but to stop the mindless decent into the destiny that everyone was headed towards. At the center of one of the biggest struggles was Dong Zhou. So she thought she’d start with him. But that seemed impossible now…

He and Lu Bu left, leaving Calleigh thoughtful and Abby troubled. Calleigh was nice enough to offer to forward any other things she had to say. Abby shrugged at her apology, “Cao Cao treated people with the same level of coldness often, it doesn’t bother me, but it is nice of you to apologize anyway. I don’t have anything else to say except an apology, but he probably wouldn’t care to be bothered by it.” She scratched her temple and confessed, “I think I owe you an apology at the least though, I was lying you see. The message was from me, not Cao Cao, I don’t even work for him let alone deliver his messages. I just didn’t think I would get very far by saying that I had a message, so I used the leader of my school’s name to get here. Everyone just assumed that I was telling the truth because Zhang Liao was his top General and I have his soul. I’m just trying to stop people from meeting a bloody end due to fate’s unyielding hand.” She bowed, “Please accept my apology miss, you were kind to me and all I did was deceive you.”

What Abby had said had not been harmful to either school, the information she acquired was trivial to anyone but her, who had no evil intentions, and her own school was unharmed because she had said nothing that gave anything about Cao Cao away. It was purely an ambiguous statement, and so did nothing for or against either school. Cao Cao should not even have any trouble with it, if she was lucky at least.