Jack Red's Story

Gray Ender

Gray watched Evie leave slightly remorseful... Had he really scared him? Well... There goes the hope of having a human friend... Ok well there was Jack but Gray would admit the tall and lean human was freaky... FREAKY! I mean he was ridiculously tall and everything that came out of his mouth sounded like a threat or something... But hey, whats a demon who apparently scares people to do?

Gray looked over at Wolf. "Your right we should do something... TRUTH OR DARE!" Gray grinned and looked at Prothero several evil ideas popping into his head. "No way... Last time we played that together you ended up in Juliet's clothes and I ended up fainting from too much blood rushing to my head..." Gray glared at Prothero. Did he always have to make reference to moments of his life he'd really rather forget. He'd get him back for that... When Jack wasn't watching...

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Prothero Ender

Prothero listened as his brother rattled off more ideas. Each one he deflected by pointing out how it had gone horribly wrong. Gray even went so far as to suggest a flying competition to which Prothero pointed out that only two of them could fly and how he did not fly with people unless they met certain requirements. This nearly escalated into an all out argument but Jack only had to grunt his disappointment before the two of them stopped. Prothero wrapped his wing gently tighter around Romeo and waited for Gray to suggest something actually plausible.

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Jack Red

Jack was silently listening to Gray and Prothero but he was worried that Wolf's patience would wear thin and he'd end up pulling out his sword. "Hmp..." The noise caught everyone's attention. "How bout we go swimming?" It was a fairly warm day and Jack was sweating not that he'd show it. So the thought of a pool or something was pretty refreshing. Though he ws only trying to suggest something more useful then... Well whatever Gray was yelling out. "Hm... It's up to Wolf though." Jack turned to look at the angel for approval.

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Juliet Ender

Juliet was wandering about looking for her family or something to do, when her bright oddly warm red eyes spotted a red headed boy. Juliet had seen enough demons to know he wasn't one... He wasn't a ghost... Certainly no vampire... Angel? No no... He was... A human? Juliet hopped over gleefully. "Hey~ Mister?" She stopped her skipping when she reached the boy. "Your a human right?" She did not bother to wait for an answer. "YAY! Finally another human it's been a year sense I've seen one... There are so few in the school it seems but yay~" Juliet clapped. "My name is Juliet Ender~ It's really nice to see another human~"

Wolfram watched Carrot leave and was left staring at the stop he had recently occupied. How was it that the stupid human had found a way to get out before he had? He truly felt, well, ashamed of himself. If only he had done that, just walked away in the first place. But the way Gray was acting, he hadn't thought he would have been able to get away with just walking off. But there was Carrot, just turning and leaving. No one even went after him! Not that he would normally expect someone to go after him- he was still just a boring human after all -but in this group of freaks? Well, they weren't your normal human-hating demons.

He didn't quite know why it bothered him so much when Jack left the decision on what they were to do up to him. Honestly, he should have been happy about it. Being an Angel, he liked being in charge, and he liked making decisions. But it still bothered him; why was it that his thoughts on the matter were so important? Perhaps they thought he was going to pull his sword or something- come on, he wasn't that immature. Wolf shrugged, crossing his arms over his chest. "I don't care," he muttered at first, careful not to stare at the human boy. "I guess swimming sounds... Not completely terrible."



Romeo felt the wing grow tighter against him, and he smiled. This is what friends are for, he thought. They were there to keep you safe, and comfort you when you needed comfort. It was pretty strange though, considering less than ten minutes ago he was trying to get Thero to cuddle with him and he wasn't comfortable with it, but now here they were pressed together in public and his friend seemed completely fine. He wasn't going to complain though. It was probably his protective streak or something, since the older demon seemed to have some sort of gentleman-complex. Felt the need to take care of and be responsible for those in his care. It gave him a fluttery feeling in his stomach, somewhat thrilled to know that his best friend was taking care of him.

The mentioning of going swimming made Romeo perk up. Keeping his grip around Thero, he peeked out from his hiding spot and grinned shyly, glancing around. Apparently the red haired boy had taken off, which made Romeo a little bit sad. Oh well, they would just have to meet and be best friends later. At one point or another they were bound to run into each other again. The small demon looked back up at Thero, tugging at his shirt to get his attention. "Swimming would be fun," he whispered, though it was probably loud enough for anyone listening to hear. With a smile back in it's place on his lips, he glanced around at the others again, trying to figure out how to become friends with all of them with the time he had.

Everett was well and truly lost. He admitted it reluctantly as he stood in yet another unfamiliar hallway, only the sounds of his own footsteps echoing through the empty space. As was his rather poor habit, Everett bit his bottom lip, hands tugging incessantly at his sleeves as he finally stopped, glancing around. What was he supposed to do now? Returning to the group was not an option, not just because he was pretty certain that he couldn't find his way back but also because his pride was insisting that he not admit defeat. He could see it now, going back, being met by raised eyebrows from Jack and Prothero, a well-meaning laugh from Gray, and probably a smirk on Wolfram's stupid face-

No. Going back was not an option, but he couldn't just keep wandering around like an idiot. For all he knew he'd been in his hallway before. Really, they all looked the same to him right now. For the umpteenth time he wished that he was still at home, snuggled into his nice, familiar bed where he didn't have to room with a possibly psychotic angel and a naive demon. Then, for perhaps the tenth time, he wished that he'd at least brought his map along with him to aid in his retreat.

So caught up in his own thoughts and regrets, Everett almost didn't notice the other person making their way towards him until they spoke. He jumped, whirling around, eyes blown wide like a deer in the headlights. It was a girl. A rather pretty, petite girl with long dark hair and- and red eyes. And maybe that said something about his day that the red eyes were just a note about her appearance instead of something to cause fear.

It didn't take him long to realize who he was talking to. Juliet Ender- sister of Gray and Prothero, human being raised by demons. That didn't explain the red eyes, but after everyone he'd dealt with today, this sweet, little girl was like a breath of fresh air.

"I'm Everett Harper," He said, relief almost erasing the stutter from his voice. "I, ah, I've met your brothers- Prothero and Gray. Um, I'm one of Prothero's roommates." Well, not quite erasing the stammer, but he could actually carry a coherent conversation now which was a lovely surprise.

Gray Ender

Gray was needless to say not pleased about the thought of swimming. But he held his tongue. No way he'd admit to his phobia in front of his own brother... Besides he would enjoy being a spectator. "Well if were going to be swimming following me... As for swimsuits the school provides them so in the change rooms there are lockers with peoples names on it... Of course using there optional." Gray realized how much of a tour guide he sounded like when he saw Prothero holding back a snicker. Gray's cheeks lit up a little but he forced it away and instead began leading the way.

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Prothero Ender

Prothero kept his wing wrapped around Romeo in a comforting a very much protective manner as he followed in his brothers footsteps. Jack seemed the most eager to swim by far but still made sure to grab his sweater and follow behind but there was that particular bounce in his step. He guessed he was one of those athletic people... Prothero was a bit more a book worm but he did enjoy the occasional sport so long as he would not risk getting attacked... Needless to say he hated football. When they got to the pool Prothero watched Gray take a seat. A yes he had the water phobia... The whole family knew about it and why it was there but Prothero knew Gray would never admit it out loud even more so with him around. Oh well. Smiling down at Romeo Prothero folded his wing back and smiled. "Care for a swim?"

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Jack Red

Jack was the first one to jump ahead when he caught sight of the pool. He immediately found his way into the change-rooms found his locker and got changed into the swim-trunks provided. He left his clothes in the locker and walked out of the change-room. He was right when he'd said it was a good day for swimming as the sun warmed his skin... He had to be wary though as he could very easily burn. Being an albino certainly had it's disadvantages. But all that meant to avoid burning was he had to jump into the water. Which is what he did. Walking around the pool to the deep end Jack immediately went into the pool with a dive. Once inside the cool water he simply swam about his long-ish hair trailing behind him in the water while he silently observed Prothero gently leading Romeo and Wolf. "Hmp... Care to join Wolf." Jack tilted his head slightly as he swam closer to where the angel was...

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Juliet Ender

Juliet's eyes went wider then before. He knew her big brothers? "Your staying with big brother Gray?~" She clapped her hands. "That's great~ He has so few friends really I hope you two get along." She smiled happily. "Oh... Have you seen his... Ermm... Mouth?" Juliet was careful with her words and her cheeks went pink. "I-IF YOU HAVEN'T T-THEN PLEASE DON'T TAKE IT THE WRONG WAY!" She shook her head wildly from side to side as she held her red and warm cheeks. She looked down a little. "I-it might be a little freaky at first... To be honest... When I was really small and I first saw it... I cried and ran away cause it scared me... Gray felt so bad he tried to stop eating from his big mouth and use his normal one... But." Juliet giggled. " he can't use the other one for that so he kept chocking and then Prothero would get mad at him for being reckless and nearly getting hurt..." Realizing she got out of topic Juliet blushed. "Ah... My point is... Gray seems really scary but you can always talk to me if it gets bad..." Juliet smiled warmly. "Ah we should change topics... You seem a little lost so maybe I can show you around? Last year I was the first and only human here... It was scary and I kept getting lost but this year I figured it out... They added new stuff though like the pool was move and the gardens for a club..."

Romeo had long since unwrapped his arms from Prothero and now was instead holding onto his arm as they walked. He could see the building and the pool in the distance and grew slightly bouncy again, excited to be doing something and even more excited to have made friends. Or well, he sort of just assumed they were his friends now. After all, they did invite them to go swimming. Or perhaps they had invited themselves. Either way, none of them were complaining about Thero and him being around. Except for the angel, but he was starting to get the idea that the angel always looked angry.

The demon's shoulders fell slightly when his friend retracted his wing, but it didn't last for long because he noticed they were now at the pool. He immediately went towards the lockers, finding his easily and changing before pushing his other clothes where the suit had been. "Come on Thero, Gray! Let's swim!", he was bouncing again, hands curled into fists from excitement. There was a slight glow to his horns that only happened when he was really excited- or really, really angry -about something. He looked back towards Jack just in time to see the angel slip, and he had to put his hand over his mouth to keep from laughing or screaming.



It was silly for them to have expected Wolfram to actually wear one of the school issued suits. To him, it was unsanitary and just plain gross. Apparently they didn't think the same though, because he watched Jack and Romeo come out of the locker rooms with suits on, ready to go swimming. Gray was sitting by the pool looking rather dejected, and Wolf was about to go over and sit near him when he heard Jack speak to him.

He honestly wasn't quite sure how it happened. One minute he was standing and the next he was in the air, quickly falling back towards the water. Suppose it was the expensive shoes, they had little traction and he turned too quickly to address the white haired boy. One leg went up and when he tried to put himself back up straight, he flipped himself towards the pool. When he broke surface he was sputtering, both curses and water from the unexpected swim. Without realizing it he managed to pull himself to Jack and had been holding onto him, but as soon as he felt the flesh against his cheek he pushed himself back roughly. That was two boys now, today, that he had gotten much too close to.

Juliet Ender, as Everett was now learning, was just as excitable as her older brother Gray if not without his accompanying flirtations and the general talent to make Everett feel incredibly awkward. Her sincerity, however, obvious adoration of her family, and warm smile did more to calm him than any of Gray's numerous compliments ever could. He could feel himself shedding some of his nervousness just by being in her presence. Finally, someone, and a human at that, who was, well, normal. Well, normal enough. Really, his standards for accepted normality had drastically decreased the moment he appeared on Arcbell's campus.

"Ah... My point is... Gray seems really scary but you can always talk to me if it gets bad..."

"Thank you." And, he found that he really meant it because here was someone who had just admitted to being freaked out by Gray's chest mouth at one point and that reminded him that he was still sane and not being irrational. "I, um, really appreciate that." He even tried for a tiny smile of his own.

With the change of topics, he wasn't quite sure what to say. 'Oh, no, I was just wandering to get away from your insane brothers, my other ass of a roommate, another human who doesn't seem to realize that this is all insane, and an actually quite nice demon'. That just wouldn't do, even if it was the truth in this little scenario.

"Well, I didn't really, uh, have anywhere to go. But if you don't have anything else to, um, do, then that would be... nice." He tried for another little smile, reluctant to let go of the first normal person that he'd met since arriving here. Besides, if he even found his way back to his room, all he could do would be to wait for Gray and Wolfram to come back and he couldn't really deal with that sort of anxiety, thanks.

Gray Ender

Gray watched everyone amused all the while keeping himself as far away from the water as possible. If he could hiss at it he would... yes, his fear was slightly irrational but he could always pass it off for less then it was by simply feigning something. And at least this way he could watch Wolf embarrass himself from a safe and amusing distance... Currently the boy was getting himself saved by Jack... Again and he did not seem pleased about it.

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Prothero Ender

Prothero was last to leave the change rooms he left in time to see Wolf go... erm... Flying? And Romeo trying not to yell or laugh. Prothero blinked and walked around the pool toward the diving board. He got onto the board and jumped a few times before doing a flip and graceful dive into the water. He touched the bottom and then swam up to the surface. He smiled at Romeo and use'd his wings to propel himself over to his friend before getting out of the water. "While you were busy watching Wolf I beat you to the pool." He smirked and ran a hand through his wet hair.

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Jack Red

Jack was shocked when he found Wolf in his arms. But he wrapped them around to cushion the angels fall... Not that it lasted long as Wolf quickly pushed away. "Hm...Be more careful..." He moved over to the angel and looked over him. "Did you hurt yourself?" Jack tilted his head to the side his long wet hair moving with him while he stared at Jack with worried eyes but a blank expression.

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Juliet Ender

Juliet smiled. "Alright! I shall show you around... And you can ask me anything you want about Gray or the school." She smiled and turned leading the way. She headed toward the cafeteria and smiled. "This is the cafeteria you can order food here from the menu and it's payed for by the school but there only open for a little while at very specific times. They also let me cook stuff sometimes... Just today I made Gray some brownies cause he was still upset about yesterday when someone nearly pushed him into the pool... I just hope he doesn't get any nightmares from it..." Juliet sighed and shook her head. "Ah but anyway... Wanna eat something?"

Everett twirled his fork idly in the spaghetti noodles, not quite sure if he was hungry anymore. What had happened to Gray... Maybe it was just his own empathy overreacting, but the idea of being trapped in the water under a layer of ice was a little nauseating. Drowning with no option for escape, no matter how much you struggled. He shivered slightly. No wonder he wasn't a huge fan of water. Well, it was just another thing that they didn't have in common in that regard. Everett was scared of many things- vampires, enclosed spaces, being stuck in the dark, his own shadow... But somehow water never made it onto that list. And it was a horrible thought, but if he ever did need to get away from Gray for a while, well, the pool or lake or whatever this school had would be a perfect retreat. He took a bite of his spaghetti to distract himself.

"He's already making friends," He offered up quietly after swallowing. The food was good here, he had to admit. Apparently one of the only perks for a human attending Arcbell Academy. "He likes our other roommate and, um, he seems to get on with our neighbor pretty well." The words were empty, meant to be a positive note because right now, faced with Gray's adorable sister beaming at him, he felt like he had the weight of the world on his shoulders, a responsibility to be Gray's friend if only so that she'd stop worrying and Gray wouldn't be lonely. It was possible, of course. Gray was a nice albeit too energetic and a little overbearing person. The demon had been the first to really welcome him, even if he'd been more than a little handsy and quick to look past Wolfram's insults and, you know, pushing Everett over. He could try to be his friend or at least get along with him.

Gray Ender

Gray smiled as he watched his brother interact with his smaller companion. It was nice to see his normally serious face with such pure emotions that for once had no falsity or need to be forced because he was meeting with one of dad or the family's business associates or a member of the school or there own father... Well the list could go on but Gray decided to cut off his own thoughts and look over at the blue pool water. Just watching the little ripples of the water made him feel sick. Why did people like the pool anyway... It was wet and cold and... Just not all that fun right? Gray debated this with himself his thoughts fighting one another trying to weigh the truth of the matter. Finally he let out a sigh. Maybe he'd just go find Juliet... She was always so level headed when Gray needed her to be...

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Prothero Ender

Prothero watched Romeo and smirked amused. His new friend was so lively... I mean... Gray was lively as well but in a much different fashion then Romeo. Watching the smaller demon sink Prothero took the opportunity to gracefully dive into the water. He went shooting down to the bottom where he forced his blue eyes to open and his wings to propel him past Romeo. He planned on surprising the smaller demon. Waiting until he surface Prothero soon followed soon as he rushed out from the water he flung his wings around Romeo and in a rare act of goofiness also wrapped his arms around the smaller demon. "Boo."

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Jack Red

Jack looked Wolf and nodded gently. The blonde was strange... Spiteful and wild at certain times and then shy at others... Perhaps he had a split personality... While the idea was somewhat plausible Jack simply shook the thought away. It did not even matter if he had one or not. It would not really change the blonde much. Besides even if he was snappy he was interesting to be around and seemed to need Jack's protection which he was happy to give out... It gave him a purpose something to keep his mind occupied from the general thoughts of why he was here and if his family missed him... His classmates would bot miss the albino but his parents... Well they had to right? "Hey Wolf!" Jack blinked and looked over at Gray who had seemed to snap out of his earlier gloom. "Earlier today when we met you freaked out at me and Evie for knowing something... But... I don't really know anything so what was that all about dude? Someone chasing you or something." Jack could sense that Wolf would be uncomfortable with that topic already. Great right when the blonde seemed to calm down and start warming up Gray had to do something to shut it down. Slipping out of the pool Jack disappeared for a moment before reappearing with a large fluffy dry towel which he wrapped around Wolf. "Dun, catch a cold m'kay." Jack spoke in his normal emotionless tone his worlds short and awkward but oddly caring... For a statue.

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Juliet Ender

Juliet smiled a relieved look crossing her features. "I'm so glad~" She smiled gently. "Last year his first day really meeting people he got into an awful fight... He ended up in the infirmary." She puffed out her cheeks clearly annoyed with the burden or having to worry about her brother so much. "Ah... I should also warn... His stomach mouth... He's really sensitive about anyone touching around that area... So if you hug him and he squirms it might be because you tickled him un-intentionally... Also that's good information in case he ever gets to huggy and worried just tickle his abdomen and he will be on the floor or leaping away at the speed of light... Just don't try it when the mouth is open..." Juliet shuddered. "I did and my hand went inside his mouth... I was happy to find out I was not very tasty..."

Juliet Ender

Juliet blinked at Everette with her large round eyes. "Well... How can I not be?" She smiled. "When I was only 6 I woke up in the snow and all I could remember was red and pain and hurt shot through her mind but she was not injured..." She closed her eyes remembering the day well. "I blacked out and when I woke up again Gray and Prothero were looking over me worried..." She took a breath remembering how she first awoke... Not a single memory left and two complete strangers looking over her. "I was so scared I cried... I could not remember a thing..." She opened her eyes slowly and tilted her head as she looked at Everette. "They allowed me to stay as they tried to find out where I belonged... Gray helped me learn how to walk again as I somehow seemed to forget even that... Prothero read to me and despite the fact I was a human which to them should be just some strange useless meat sack... They kept me... Raised me... Sent me to the best schools and have been only kind..." She smiled. "They still kinda scare me sometimes but they have never hurt me..."

Juliet giggled. "Ah listen to me ranting away... I ought to be saying good luck instead." She smiled. "I know how Gray can get attached to people easily and he's very touchy feelly." She giggled. "But he does tone it down after awhile... He just needs time to get to know you then he will know what level of emotion your fine with displaying..." She smiled gently. "The only time he might not care about whether your comfortable or not is the mornings where Prothero gets to brush my hair." She gestured to her long wild wavy hair. "When I was small I had lots of nightmares so they would take turns brushing or braiding my hair to calm me down... It became a tradition so when one of them beats the other to it... The other get's upset and sometimes resorts to brushing other peoples hair." Juliet smirked. "Though I'm sure you would look very nice with small braids that's probably the most you have to worry about."

Gray Ender

Gray blinked at Wolf. "Seriously? That's what had you freaking out?" Gray chuckled then laughed. "That's nothing to worry about! Most demons and angels are arent they?" Gray grinned and pointed toward himself with his thumb. "I am and so is Prothero right bro?" Gray looked over to his brothero who looked away from Romeo confused. Gray could tell his brother had not been listening. "Your bi correct?" Prothero blinked before nodding and stating with a little less then embarrassed tone that he preferred males over females a little but he still considered himself to be bi. Gray grinned. "See nothing to worry about... Heck I would not be surprised if Evie was bi as well but alright I won't tell anyone." Gray smiled and leaned back in his chair before looking over at Jack who was silent. "Hey, Jack what about you?"

Jack Red

Jack had slid back into the water and was now on his back floating looking at Gray and Wolf upside down. His silver white hair was being gently played with by the movements of the water. He listened in silence at Gray and Wolf's conversation not bothering to really add anything. But when a question was finally directed at him Jack rolled over going under for a few short seconds before coming up and looking over at Gray with his head tilted to the side his long-ish hair sticking to his back. "I am not bi." The words echoed blankly for a second. "I am gay..." Jack did not say it with pride or self disgust it was a plain old fashion statement. Jack watched as Gray gave him a questioning look his eyes pleading for more information. "I use to be in many sports." Jack looked over at Wolf for a second before looking away his red eyes revealing his embarrassment his cheeks taking on the faintest blush. "Many girls liked me... But I never found any of them..." Jack frowned looking for the right word but he simply could not and decided to leave it there. He did not like talking it was... Difficult. Finding the right words just made him angry. Jack dared to look back at the two boys. He was relieved to see no-judgement in Gray's eyes just a stupid smile on his face... What about Wolf... Jack tilted his head and took a peek at Wolf. Hoping his red eyes would not see any judgement or hate in Wolf's blue ones.

Prothero Ender

Prothero watched as Romeo touched his wings and he tensed just a little before he visibly relaxed and allowed Romeo to continue. It was strange feeling warm fingers on his wings. No one had ever touched his wings aside himself. Not even Juliet or there mom. He'd always had a no touch policy and preferred to keep it that way... So the fact that he was allowing Romeo such a thing was a sign to himself that he trusted to smaller demon. Smiling gently Prothero kept Romeo securely in his arms while he rested his chin on Romeo's head. Leaning back into the water Prothero kicked his legs so they went around in slow arching circles. Everything was blissful until Gray's obnoxious voice caught his attention. Looking at his brother questioningly Prothero was somewhat surprised by the question but nodded in confirmation. There was a quick second of silence before Prothero spoke. "I prefer males over females a little I suppose... But yes I am still Bi." Prothero had not the faintest idea where Gray's question came from let alone what made him nod and admit his own secret which was his preference. But Romeo seemed so accepting of everything from his wings to his awkward demeanor that he felt no fear as he shyly and with slightly pink cheeks looked down at the smaller boy still in his arms as they floated lazily on there side of the pool.

Juliet Ender

Juliet smiled. "Yeah curfew will hit soon... It's not really lights out but we all have to be in our rooms. They don't watch the halls much so you should not worry." Standing Juliet led the way out of the room and back toward the dorms. She explained quietly about where her room was located and how if he ever needed anything he could go talk to her as she knew allot about how the school functioned, and what to do if he found himself awoken by Gray who had a nightmare. "If he does get a nightmare he might wake you just to be reminded he's not alone... If what happens you can just send him to me unless he's really to frantic in that case all you have to do is repeatedly shush him while looking him in the eyes and reminding him your there... Unless it's a bad dream about drowning in that case he won't wake up just whimper silently... If he does wake you then I don't know... He never does for drowning dreams... Only ever for the weird nightmares he never talks about... Something about being abandoned or something... He never told me and when I ask now he just gives a weird smile and doesn't talk to anyone for a good day."

She then continued informing Everette about school functions and to avoid being alone at least for the first month. "During the first month werewolves form there packs and vampires analyze who is an easy target... If you show them your being guarded by demons or another human they will leave you alone... Gray told me this because last year I wandered off before everyone knew I was there sister and a very scary vampire pinned me to the ground... He never bit me because Prothero and Gray showed up..." Juliet explained she would gladly hang pick up and drop Everette off from place to place and they would have most classes together anyway because they were humans and received a different education then demons or angel.

Gray Ender

Gray looked at Wolf and smirked. "Dude... I think your more work then a girl... But no worries there Jack seems patient he can handle you besides he'd probably destroy anyone who bugs you bout your sexuality right big guy?" Without really waiting for his response Gray looked over at the slowly sinking sun. "Hey guys we should head back... Curfew should be soon." Gray stood and stretched cracking his back. He was more then grateful to know that soon he would be far from the pool. And he would no longer be subjugated to watching Prothero going all ice dragon protective mode over his little friend Romeo. Though he was pleased to know that there was now an easy teasing tool at his disposal. Though he never figured Prothero to be attracted to someone who seemed to be so outgoing as well as shy... Oh well, just more material for him to use as a teasing tool.

Jack Red

Jack blinked and watched Wolf's face heat up. It was... Cute? Compared to the scowl he seemed to wear. A small skitter of amusement passed over Jack's face. But his thoughts were cut short by Gray's words. "Hmp." Jack looked over at Gray. "I do not like violence..." He made a small hm noise before he spoke again. "But if anyone went after Wolf... I would protect him..." Jack got out of the water and passed by a somewhat scared Gray into the change rooms... No duh Gray was kinda scared he had just called Wolf harder to handle then a girl? Wolf was no girl! He was strong but fragile... Jack... Jack liked that. Within a minute he'd taken a quick rinse and changed back into his clothes. Prothero and Romeo right behind him. He walked out and helped Wolf to stand whether the blonde agreed to his help or not. He looked the angel up and down. "Let's go... Don't want ya sick." He turned to Gray gesturing him to lead as he always did.

Prothero Ender

Prothero smiled at Romeo and tightened his wings around them to show the younger demon he was not going anywhere. "I don't mind... I myself just admitted my own preference... If it does not bother you it does not bother me." Prothero spoke in hushed tones so only his friend could here. He was going to speak once more when Gray interrupted... As usual. Flipping then upright Prothero opened his wings and used them to propel himself and Romeo out of the water and onto the edge of the pool. He set Romeo down and they followed Jack into the change room. Of course Prothero took awhile longer making sure his friend had sufficiently gotten the chlorine off and then that he was dry. When he was satisfied they too left the change rooms. Prothero folded his wings to his back and opted to just walk back to the dorms with his annoying brother... A walk would be nice besides if Gray found out Prothero had flown Romeo around he'd become huffy exclaiming about how he never got to fly and it was totally 'un-cool' that Romeo got to.

Walking with Juliet was like getting the tour guide that he actually needed to survive this academy, hopefully in one piece. She pointed out the different rooms, more than just her favorites and with added explanations if he gently plied her with questions or prompted her to continue her descriptions. The added insight on Gray still seemed a little too intimate to Everett who was all about his own privacy, but wasn't it nice to have a walking, talking guide to one of his new roommates? He'd prefer one for Wolfram, but, at the same time, he wasn't quite sure that he wanted to hear more about the least angelic angel ever to grace Arcbell Academy.

He couldn't see himself, however, actually comforting Gray after a nightmare. It wasn't that he wouldn't want to- well, there was that too, but it was mostly that it felt terribly intimate. Nightmares were things you dealt with with the help of friends and family, not your awkward human roommate who probably wouldn't be able to even meet his eyes when he needed it most. Still, there was a distinct hope that it would never happen, that Gray's dreams would hopefully be sweet and the only thing he'd have to worry about at night was his own nightmares, mild thought they may be in comparison, or Wolfram smothering him in his sleep.

The additional information about wolf packs and shrewd, calculating vampires was a mix of disconcerting and, if he would admit it which he probably would not, just a bit of a relief. It was a double-sided blade- he wouldn't be able to wander off on his own for the first month or so, unable to keep his precious, precious alone time, but, in return, he would be allowed some safety in hanging around Gray or Jack or, Heaven forbid, Wolfram. Then again, it was highly unlikely that Gray would even let him wander off alone without tagging along or rallying a search part if he went missing for over an hour. Okay, that may have been a slight exaggeration, but that wasn't the point.

"Did he get punished? The, uh, the vampire, I mean," Everett corrected himself, a chill racing down his spine. Juliet really did have the worst of luck, didn't she? Before she could reply, they were already at his dorm, Everett fumbling for his keys.

"Do you, um, want to come inside? To wait for your brother or whatever," He asked quickly, reluctant to shoo his new friend away.

Juliet Ender

Juliet blinked. "Oh well yes and no... See I think him having to face my big brothers wrath was enough of a punishment so I never told a teacher or anything." Juliet blinked and watched Everette. "Oh yes~ Big brother would come to my room anyway so I might as well." Juliet walked inside and immediately knew which bed was her brothers. She plopped herself down and hugged her knees happily. She hummed for awhile before she got bored and fluffed Gray's pillow. "Ah yes... Tommorow after classes why don't I continue the door... I can show you the indoor and outdoor pools where you will have gym class for awhile... Then Il tell you about what clubs you will be able to join..." Juliet smiled. "I'm part of the gardening club and so is Gray..." She giggled. "You should see him fussing over the roses... He get's so upset when the students trudge through them." She snickered. "It's kinda silly seeing him so delicate with the flowers yet so brutish with other boys..." She grinned. "Prothero is not part of any clubs but he is head of the student council, he plans all the dances and me and Gray get to help decorate all the time it's super fun~" She smiled. "Prothero often takes care of any decor that goes on the ceiling cause he can fly then Gray use's his gold to make a disco-ball and he polishes everything. I do lots of the baking and setting up the music." Juliet yawned suddenly and rubbed her tired ruby eyes.

Gray Ender

Gray happily marched ahead of everyone. As they passed down the silent halls he felt secretly pleased with how the day had turned out. Ok minus the pool thing but still. As they approached there room Gray quickly swung the door open ready to burst in and exclaim how Everette had missed out when his gold eyes widened and fell on his yawning little sister. "Juliet!" He rushed forward and hugged her. "How did you find out this was our room?" Gray did not crush Juliet with his hug like he often did no he simply enveloped her in his arms for a short sweet amount of time before he pulled away and sat next to her. As she gave her tired reply Gray smiled softly. It was not a boastful fake smile it was a genuine smile very soft and caring. "Thank you Everette." Gray turned to the red head the soft smile on his face staying there. His gold eyes seemed to also dim to something much warmer. "I'm glad Juliet finally has a friend." Gray smiled wildly and hugged Juliet closer she was yawning again which caused Gray to let out a soft chuckle. To say he almost had a split personality would almost not be far from the truth.

Prothero Ender

Prothero smiled at Romeo. "No... Our room is two floors above there's." Prothero was walking closely to his friend and he watched as Gray burst ahead toward his room. Prothero was going to continue on past until his sharp pointed ears caught Gray yelling there sisters name. Prothero's eyes widened and he peeked into the room. Juliet was mumbling tiredly. Prothero smiled and watched Gray interact with there little sister. Prothero could only ever stand Gray when he was like this... Calm and gentle but still happy. "Come on sis... Me and Romeo's room passes your I shall ensure you get there safely." Prothero only chuckled when Juliet rubbed her eyes once more and mumbled a tired. "Big brother?" He smiled and walked into the room picking up Juliet gently as she was already asleep. Prothero smiled and allowed Gray to kiss Juliet's forehead and wish her a goodnight.

Prothero left the room and bid everyone a goodnight. He opened his one wing and wrapped it around Romeo as they headed up a flight of stairs. Stopping briefly Prothero put Juliet to bed and locked her door. The he turned to Romeo and smiled softly. "I believe it is finally our turn to sleep." He moved close to his roommate and protectively wrapped his wing around him as they headed up another flight and finally into there room. Prothero immediately changed into a pair of soft pajamas... Of course it was more like no shirt and a pair of soft pajama pants. Stretching out his wings Prothero crawled into his bed and smiled at Romeo. "Seems it was a rather busy day... Sorry it was so hectic..."

Jack Red

Jack was secretly pleased that Wolf walked close to him. "I'm sure he's fine." Jack spoke quietly and very short as he gave his answer. As they walked Jack allowed everyone else to go ahead he was in no mood to rush. But he did keep in pace with Wolf. Jack was silent as they walked. When ahead of them a commotion erupted with Gray and the Prothero entering the room Jack halted. He did not want to get involved with who knows what other sibling insanity. He turned to Wolf and stared at him with his red eyes for a short while. "Hmp... If Gray get's to loud..." Jack shifted his gaze. "You can always spend the night in my room..." Jack was painfully aware of the painful blush staining his cheeks. He looked at Wolf and gave him an awkward little smile. "I just don't want you hurtin him..." Jack looked away again and then finished in a mumble. "Cause... You'd get into trouble... And might be forced to leave." Jack looked at Wolf again and stared at him for a little while longer before Prothero carrying out a girl got his attention. "Good-night." He finished the encounter with that before he turned and slipped silently into his room and closed the door after him.

Gray Ender

Gray's smile faded when the door to there room closed. It seemed that Wolf was antagonizing Everette again. Sighing Gray rolled his eyes. "Hey blondy? Do me a favor and leave Evie alone for the night." Gray did not sound rude or cocky just tired but oddly patient. "I'm really not in the mood for you two sassy pants arguing all night and I will not hesitate to drag one of you guys across the hall to Jack's room so I can get a goodnight sleep." Gray pulled off his shirt and pants before laying on his bed. "That and you should be nice to Evie... He's... A good person... Just like your... A good person... Sassy but good." Gray yawned obviously tired as he curled up in his covers and fell asleep before he could hear a single complaint.

Jack Red

Across the hall Jack left his door unlocked and also got ready for bed. He crawled in and grabbed his book but before long he'd fallen asleep with the book on his face his nose keeping his page while his body was sprawled out like a star fish soaking in the feeling of rest and relaxation from a long day of awkward conversations and stiff muscles in order to stay looking like a moving wall.

Prothero Ender

Prothero was a tad caught off guard by his friends request but smiled gently and nodded. He was already under the covers with his wings stretched out comfortably. He used one wing to lift the blankets where Romeo could come slide in. To be honest Prothero would normally deny such a request but after seeing the troubled look on his dear friends face during there earlier conversation, the fighting he'd witnessed between him and gray, and finally the fact he looked so tired all made Prothero feel a certain obligation to comfort and protect the smaller demon during the night.