//------------------------------// // ~Chapter 4~ // Story: Everytime // by Tranquil Stone //------------------------------// That night, Soarin got ready, putting on his suit. He looked in the mirror, driving a hand through his hair. Staring into his own eyes, he spun around. Who was he? A boy trying to make the girl he likes miserable just to please his parents? Soarin gulped. But his parents would...no no. He couldn’t even think of the possibility. They wouldn’t do that. He nodded to himself, in attempts to reassure himself. He walked downstairs, hopping onto his motorcycle. Placing his helmet on his head, Soarin rolled up his sleeves, and revved his bike into the dark sky. Buzzing along the quiet streets, Soarin scanned the homes...number 5, 7, 9...and block number 11! It was a tall apartment block, with golden lamps shining down from the tall arms and wings of the tower. Soarin took off his helmet, shaking his messy hair into place. He walked into the building, pushing the double doors open. He pressed the button for the elevator. Ding! The doors opened, and Soarin stepped inside, to join a boy with purple hair, pale blue skin, and he seemed to be dressed up like him. The boy scanned him top to bottom. “You go to CHS, right? You’re the exchange student, Soarin?” The boy asked, as the lift doors closed and the evelator slowly went upwards. Soarin nodded. “Do you have a date to the party?” asked the boy, raising an eyebrow. Soarin thought for a moment. “Um...kinda? It’s complicated” Soarin covered. Well, by complicated I mean a complete fraud he thought. The boy sighed, “Well, I don’t, really. This girl wants me to pose as her boyfriend. It’s messed up” Wow, that’s kinda like my situation Soarin thought. “So why don’t you ‘break up’ with her?” He said, making air quotes. “The thing is- I really like her, for real. But she just needs to show her parents she has a boyfriend” confessed boy, staring at the floor sadly. "Why don't you tell her you like her for real?" asked Soarin. Wasn't it kind of obvious? If you liked someone, and the opportunity was right in front of you, you should go for it! The boy crossed his arms, in thought. "I would, but I know she'll turn me down. She's way too good for me" he sighed. Soarin chuckled. He gave the boy some advice that hopefully would help, "You only live once though. If you like her, that golden opportunity is gonna come and go read quick. You need to cease it. Look, I don't really know you, but I can tell you're a good guy. And I'm sure that girl would love to have a boyfriend like you" The boy smiled appreciatively, "Wow, thanks for the idea. I'll definitely do that. Oh, I'm Maple Woods by the way, nice to meet you too" He extended a hand to shake Soarin's . Soarin took it, shaking back. Ding The doors opened at the boys walked outside. "Hey, can I have your number? Always good to have a friend in a new school, ya know" laughed Soarin. Maple nodded, feeding his number into Soarin's phone. The two parted ways, and Soarin stopped in front of Lightning's door. He knocked twice, waiting for her to open. "Lightning Dust?" he called out, trying to peer through the door. "Coming!" Lightning yelled from inside, "Jeez be patient perfection doesn't come that easily" Soaring rolled his eyes. That girl and her ego. Wow. Lightning eventually came out the door, dressed in a jet black dress with golden belt and a matching golden purse and earings. For a moment, Soarin started imagining Rainbow in that dress. Wow....she would look absolutely- "Um, hello? Still here you know" said Lightning, waving a hand in front of Soarin's face. Soarin nodded. "You ready to turn heads?" she asked, smiling evily. Soarin hesitated, then nodded. There was no going back now. Let's just hope he wouldn't Dash too much. Seeing her upset always made him feel upset too. But for Rainbow Dash, he had to hurt her a little. But...why did it feel so wrong? Rainbow Dash picked up a glass, staring into the hot pink content in the cup. What was it made of....the colour seemed a bit- unatually pink? Pinkie Pie bounced over to her friend. Seeing Rainbow's expression, she pulled the cup away, and pointed to the door. "Look who's here! It'll make you feel better" winked Pinkie. Of course, the doors opened, and the Soarin and Lightning Dust stood there, looking like such a dynamic couple. Rainbow Dash groaned. "PINKIE!" Pinkie giggled nervously, and sped off. Unfortunately for Rainbow, Lightning and Soarin were strutting over. Towards her. But something seemed off with Soarin. He didn't seem overly energetic, and his ego wasn't instantly bragging like usual. "Great. To what do I owe the pleasure of the 'hottest couple's talking to me?" Dash said sarcastically. Lightning chuckled, clinging onto Soarin. "No need to be salty Dashie. We just came to say hi. And we're both terribly sorry about how you lost the soccer match. Isn't that right Soarin?" Lightning said, glancing at Soarin. He seemed to be staring at the ceiling at first, and then nodded slowly. Rainbow raised an eyebrow. Something was up with him. "No need to be sorry. We'll destroy you next game" replied Rainbow. Lightning laughed. " I'm not so sure. Everyone knows we're the best team out there. And it'll be clear when we win next championships." sneered Lightning Dust. Rainbow didn't respond, and looked down. Why wasn't Soarin standing up for her? "Aww, why the glum face Dashie?" cooed Lightning, "Oh! Are you upset I'm dating your crush Soarin?" Soarin seemed to instantly snap into the present, and gave Dash a look which said, 'I'm sorry' Rainbow instantly blushed hot red, glaring at the two, "No! I don't like him. I....hate him" she spat. Something flashed in Soarin's eyes. Hurt and pain. Was it worth it? Lightning sensed the tension, and took her chance. "Tsk tsk tsk. Look how sad you've made him" teased Lightning, tracing a finger down his arm, "I guess he needs some cheering up" Lightning clung onto Soarin and firmly pressed her lips against his. Soarin seemed hesitant and tried to pull away, but Lightning Dust pulled his collar closer to her. Rainbow stared, eyes wide with shock. She ran out the part, as all the guests stared. Soarin instantly shoved Lightning off him. "What was that?" He cried. "Play by my rules Soarin Skies. We had to make her jealous. And it worked" cackled Lightning, strutting off.