//------------------------------// // Chapter 2: Meeting the Rainbooms // Story: The Diamond & The Dragon Warrior // by AmethystMajesty25 //------------------------------// Tuesday 12:15 PM Cafeteria It’s lunchtime! The students including the Humane Six were sitting on the table, eating lunch while listening to Rarity’s story about the boy she met earlier this morning. It took them a while to understand her story. Applejack, Fluttershy, and Sunset Shimmer were listening, but Rainbow Dash and Pinkie Pie were either texting or playing games on their phones throughout the story. Applejack: So let me get this straight, a boy just saved you from the Diamond Dogs this morning? Rarity: Yes. Fluttershy: Does he have a name? Rarity: Yes dear. His name is Beryl Fury. Rainbow Dash: Wow, that is an awesome name for a guy like him. Sunset Shimmer: So, what’s he like? Rarity: *blushes* He seems pretty nice. Not fancy at all, but I don’t mind. Rainbow Dash: Is he as awesome as I am? Rarity: Well, that is pretty quite a rude accusation Miss Rainbow Dash, but I don’t know, that’s up to him. Pinkie Pie: Does he wear eyeglasses, gloves, a silver jacket, black jeans, silver shoes, and a yin-yang with gems on his t-shirt? Rarity: Yes Pinkie. *her eyes went wide* Wait a minute, how do you know what he wore? You haven’t even met him before. Pinkie Pie: Oh, I saw him talking to Flash Sentry and his friends. The girls went to look at Flash’s table. Pinkie Pie was correct, Beryl is sitting with Flash Sentry and his friends, Brawly Beats and Ringo. It was far away between the Rainbooms’ table and Flash’s table. Rarity became delighted as she saw Beryl in the cafeteria. Rarity: Hmm... Maybe I should go over there and talk to him more. *starts to stand up* Applejack: *stops her by grabbing her shoulder* Now hold your horses Rarity, I want to thank him first." Applejack said. Rainbow Dash: I want to thank him as well. Fluttershy: Me too. Pinkie Pie: *cheers* Me three! Sunset Shimmer: In fact, we all want to thank him for saving your skin earlier. Can you ask him if he can come over here and talk to us please? Rarity: I’m not sure dear, he seems pretty busy hanging out with his friends. Sunset Shimmer: I understand Rarity, but it will only take a couple of minutes, please? Rarity: *sighs* Alright. If you say so. *stands up and leaves the table to walk to Flash’s table* The Rainbooms: *snickers and gives “high fives” to each other* Flash and his pals were talking about the upcoming musical showcase. Flash: *cheers* Woo! Are you guys ready for the musical showcase? Brawly Beats: Yeah man, I’m so fired up. Ringo: Me too. Flash and his bandmates looked at Beryl as if he didn’t pay any attention at all and continued to eat his lunch. Beryl was still dreaming about that girl that she saved earlier, Rarity. It feels like Beryl hasn’t seen a girl so beautiful in his life before. Flash still didn’t hear a response from him, so he decided to snap his fingers to get Beryl’s attention. Flash Sentry: *snaps his fingers multiple times* Yo! Beryl! You still with us? Beryl Fury: *shakes hus head and snaps out of trance* Uhh... What? Flash and his friends: *raises their eyebrows* Beryl Fury: Oh. You said about how I’m feeling about the musical showcase? Flash and his friends: Yes. Beryl Fury: Well, I’m excited as well, but a little nervous that’s all. This is my first time participating in this so-called “musical showcase.” Flash Sentry: It’s alright dude, I understand. Another thing, is there something bothering you right now?" Beryl Fury: *goes wide-eyed* What? No, that’s completely preposterous! I don’t know what you’re talking about. Flash Sentry: Well then, how do you explain this? He took out his phone out and showed Beryl and the guys the footage. The footage showed Beryl the scene that happened earlier between him, Rarity, and the Diamond Dogs. Beryl’s eyes went wide after he saw the whole thing, but he did not know that Flash recorded the whole thing. Beryl Fury: *gasps*, How did you— Flash Sentry: While I was heading towards Mr. Doodle’s class, I heard some commotion coming on around the hallways, so I came by to check it out. Beryl Fury: *facepalms* Flash Sentry: Don’t worry about it, the boys and I aren’t going to tell anyone about this. This will only be our secret between us bros. Okay? Beryl Fury: *sighs* Okay. I’ll let this one slide for now, but please don’t do that again. Flash Sentry: Will do. *deletes the footage on his phone* Ringo asked, "So does this mean you gotta crush on Rarity after that incident? Beryl Fury: *closes his eyes and crossed his arms* No, that’s not true. We’re just friends, that’s all. Brawly Beats: Just admit it dude, you finally got yourself an admirer. Flash Sentry: Hey, easy there Brawly. No need to push some buttons on our friend here. It’ll take some time. *sees Rarity coming by* Flash Sentry: Oh by the way, here she comes. Beryl Fury: *still closes his eyes and crosses his arms* Pfft, you’re bluffing. Flash Sentry: Really, then why is she standing right behind you? Beryl Fury: I’m not falling for that trick you guys. Rarity: *hugs Beryl from behind* Why Hello Barry." Beryl Fury *gasps and stands up as he uncrosses his arms and opens his eyes* *turns around to see Rarity giggling* Rarity: *giggles* Flash and his friends: *laughs* Beryl Fury: Geez, you almost gave me a heart attack. Rarity: Sorry darling, I couldn’t resist. Beryl Fury: You sure are full of surprises. Rarity: Technically yes. Beryl Fury: *blushes and scratches the back of his head* So um... what brings you here? Rarity: Well, I was wondering if you can meet my friends for a couple of minutes please? *sees Flash and his pals* You boys don’t mind if I borrow him for a couple of minutes? Flash Sentry: Oh sure, go ahead. Brawly Beats & Ringo: *nods* Rarity: Thanks guys. C’mon Barry dear, don’t be shy~ Beryl Fury: Hold on a second. Before he can walk with his new friend, he sat with Flash and his pals again for a little chat. Beryl Fury: Guys, what are you doing?! Flash Sentry: Look, I know that you’re nervous about this situation. On the other hand, you weren’t nervous when Rarity’s around you. Beryl Fury: *blushes* That’s completely different! Flash Sentry: I understand Beryl, but you can’t be talking to guys like us for the rest of your life. You need to learn how to chat and mingle with girls, that way, they’ll start to like you and you don’t have to be scared around them anymore. Beryl Fury: *looks over at Rarity* Rarity: *smiles* Beryl Fury: *looks back at his friends* Beryl Fury: Are you sure about this? Flash Sentry: Trust me dude. They won’t bite you, I promise. Beryl Fury: *sighs* Ok, if you say so. Flash Sentry: Alright dude, go get them. *pats Beryl’s back* Beryl Fury: *stands up and leaves the table* Flash and his friends: *snickers and gives each other high fives* Beryl & Rarity walked towards to her table where her friends sit. He starts to get anxious as he looked at her friends. Beryl Fury: *bows to them* Namaste, friends of Rarity. My name is Beryl Fury. One by one, the girls greeted him as well. Sunset Shimmer: Hey there. Pinkie Pie: Hi Beryl! Applejack: Howdy. Rainbow Dash: S’up. Fluttershy: *speaks in a soft voice* Hi. Sunset Shimmer: So, you must be the guy who saved our friend, are you? Beryl Fury: Y-yes. Yes I am. Applejack: Do ya mind if you can sit with us partner? Beryl Fury: Umm, sure. He and Rarity then sat down with the girls. Beryl Fury: So... what are your names? Sunset Shimmer: My name’s Sunset Shimmer. *offers him a handshake* Beryl Fury: *shakes her hand* Yeah I’ve heard about you. You’re the one who caused trouble back at Fall Formal right? Sunset Shimmer: *blushes* Yeah... I’m trying to fit in and learn from my mistakes. So we’re cool? Beryl Fury: Maybe. Applejack: The name’s Applejack. *offers him a handshake* Beryl Fury: *shakes her hand* Nice to meet you Applejack, Mr. Fury. Rainbow Dash: My name’s Rainbow Dash, the best athlete and leader of the Rainbooms. The rest of the girls: *facepalms and groans* Applejack: Do ya really have to do that Rainbow? Rainbow Dash: What? I gotta make an awesome impression you know. Beryl Fury: *chuckles* It’s alright. I get it that you’re awesome Skittles, I don’t need to know that. Rainbow Dash *blushes* Heh heh, right.* Beryl Fury & Rainbow Dash: *fist bumps* Pinkie Pie: *shakes his hand really fast* Hi! My name is Pinkie Pie. What are your hobbies? Do you have a Mom, Dad, brother or sister? Do you have a pet? When did you learn how to fight? Do you love parties? I love parties! Do you love sweets? I love sweets! Do you— Sunset Shimmer: *stops the handshake* Okay Pinkie, relax. No need to ask him a lot of questions in one sentence. Rarity: *looks at Beryl* Sorry about that, she does that to new people around here. Beryl Fury: *shakes his head* No worries, you’re good. Beryl Fury: *looks at Fluttershy* Fluttershy: *hides her face behind her hair* “Beryl Fury: What about you? What’s your name? Fluttershy: *speaks in a soft voice* Me? Umm... my name? Beryl Fury: *nods* Mmhm. Don’t worry, I’m not going to hurt you. Fluttershy: *answered softly* It’s Fluttershy. Beryl Fury: I’m sorry. Can you speak up a little louder please? Fluttershy: *answers a little bit louder* It’s Fluttershy. Beryl Fury: Fluttershy huh? Well, it’s nice to meet you Ms. Fluttershy. *smiles and offers her a handshake* Fluttershy: *shakes his hand and smiles back at him* Sunset Shimmer: And you already know our friend here, Miss— Beryl Fury: Rarity. Yes, I’ve met her earlier this morning after handling off a bunch of bullies. Sunset Shimmer: Well that’s good to hear. We just want to say thank you for saving our friend back there. Beryl Fury: No problem girls, it’s the least thing I can do for a friend. Beryl Fury: Great! Now can you tell us about yourself please Barry? The rest of the girls: “Barry?” Beryl Fury: Yeah...it’s a new nickname that she calls me now. Fluttershy: Oh, okay. Beryl Fury: *stutters* Anyways, umm........... I uhhh.......... Sunset Shimmer: Don’t worry Barry, take your time. Beryl Fury: Well... whenever I’m not practicing martial arts, I sometimes practice the guitar and I usually do tutoring after school on Wednesdays & Thursdays. Rainbow Dash: Oh that’s cool, but when did you learn how to fight with those sick moves of yours? Beryl Fury: Well... when I was little, I started to learn the ways of martial arts. As time passes by, my sensei taught me some more moves and wisdom. I will always use his wisdom to teach a new generation of warriors who have the will and strength to fight and stand up for not just themselves, but to anyone as well. My sensei always told me to use my skills to defend myself including anyone around me, but not for violence. He was a great teacher back then and I’ll never forget him.” Applejack: Well Ah’m glad your master taught you very well back then. Beryl Fury: He sure did. Rainbow Dash: That’s awesome, but can I ask you something? Beryl Fury: Sure, what is it? Rainbow Dash: Are you as awesome as I am? The rest of the girls: *groans* Beryl Fury: *shrugs* Meh. I don’t usually care about that. Rainbow Dash: Oh, okay then. That’s fine by me. Sunset Shimmer: Do you have any parents and siblings? Beryl Fury: *takes a deep breath* Unfortunately... no. I don’t have any siblings, and my parents passed away after we moved here during the summer. *starts to feel sad and puts his head down* The Rainbooms: *gasps* Applejack: *takes her hat off and placed it on her heart *Gosh partn’r, I’m so sorry to hear about that. Rainbow Dash: Yeah man, that’s tough. Pinkie Pie: That is just really, really, really sad. Beryl Fury: I was the only one left to survive. It was tough for me to get through these days. Now, I’m just living with another family now. I sure wish I get the chance to see and spend time with my parents one last time again. The girls were so sad about what happened to him before he came to Canterlot High. Rarity hugged him and Beryl returned the embrace to cheer him up. The Rainbooms: *coos* Awwwww. Rarity: *hugs him* Shhhhh... it’s okay darling. Everything’s going to be alright. Sunset Shimmer: You’ve got us, plus your cousin, aunt and uncle. They’ll be there for you. We’ll be there for you too. Beryl Fury: *sniffles* Really? You girls want to be friends with me? The Rainbooms: *smiles and nods* Mmhmm. Rarity: *gives him a tissue* Beryl Fury: *takes the tissue and wipes the tears off* Wow, umm... thank you. Thank you all for your sympathy. The Rainbooms: *smiles and nods* *the school bell rings* *students begin to leave the cafeteria* Beryl Fury: Well... it was nice meeting you ladies. I’ll see you girls around. *stands up and leaves* The Rainbooms: *waves* Bye. Beryl Fury: *waves back and walks away* Rarity: *grabs his wrist* Um Barry, before you go. Take this. *hands him a small piece of paper* Beryl Fury: What’s this? Rarity: Oh you figure out soon Barry. *winks at Beryl* Beryl Fury: *blushes* Rarity: Anyways dear, I’ll see you later. Beryl Fury & Rarity: *gives each other a hug* Beryl Fury: Yeah... I’ll see you later too. Take care. Rarity: *waves* You too Barry. Beryl then ran off to catch up with Flash and his pals for their next class. After that, Rarity walked with her friends to their next respective classes. Applejack and Sunset Shimmer began chatting about what’s going on with their friend. Applejack: Ah don’t know if ya haven’t noticed but, have ya seen the way Rarity’s looking at Barry earlier? Sunset Shimmer: No, why? Applejack: Well the way Ah looked at her, she hugged him real tight when Barry cried.” Sunset Shimmer: Well the way I see it, I think Rarity’s in love with our new friend. Applejack: Ya think so? Ah’m not sure if we can trust our new friend. Sunset Shimmer: Don’t worry about him, he’ll be fine AJ. It’ll take some time to get along with him and maybe... he can uhh... confess his feelings to Rarity. Applejack *chuckles* Ah hope so. 2:00 PM Students began to leave the school and talked about their plans after school after the bell rang. Beryl got into his car and placed his backpack on the front seat right next to him. After that, he then picked up the small folded paper from his jacket pocket that Rarity gave him. He then unfolded and began to read it. The paper revealed to be the phone numbers of his new friends, the Rainbooms. Beryl Fury: *chuckles and nods* Okay. He then started adding the girls’ phone numbers on his phone. After that, he went to start the car and checked to see if any students were blocking the road. Once it was clear, he then drove his car and went straight home to get some rest