~Little Tokyo High~ : The Flaming Emerald Dance

[Mechadon]

Panzer finally walks into the room and as he strolls behind Sheena, he makes an act of examining her and sits down beside her.

Panzer: *in a nervous voice* "He-eh Sheena, you got such lovely hair today." Wait, no, crap. Something I aught to have noticed this morning. Stupid.

*he grins at her, hoping she isn't thinking similar thoughts about the remark.*

[KyoZaber]

Mr. Fromage : *Amazed at all the students coming in now.* Woah! More students!? -=... Crap... I didn't plan on this... What's wrong with these kids!=- Err... Ugghhh... *Clears his throat.* So... Errr.... As I was telling the early birds before the rest of you all came in, I'm Mr. Fromage. I'm your new cooking teacher. Now... Do any of you know what cooking is?

Kyo : ... *Raises his hand.*

Mr. Fromage : *Ignores Kyo.* Anyone? Does anyone know what cooking is at all? Come on, all of you are bright young-uns!

Kyo : -=What the heck?=- *Stretches his arm more, his shoulder is visibly angling up.*

Mr. Fromage : *Continues to ignore Kyo.* I swear... You kids these days... Really, no one knows what cooking is?

Eyah : *Beginning to get impatient.* Sir, Class Rep~

Mr. Fromage : *Shoots a look at Eyah.* No talkin out of turn young lady! *Turns around, beginning to write on the black board.* Now... Cooking is this since you kids ain't so bright...

Eyah : *Her eyes open wide, then narrow. Her feathers fluff up.* -=Ohhh~ You~!=- *A deadly female glare zeros in from her onto the teacher.*

Kyo : *Puts his hand down.*

*While all that was going on...*

Sheena : *Looks over at Panzer, whispering.* Sheena's wondering... Does this lipstick look like peach to you? *Puckers her lips.*

[DashStPierre]

Dash turned to Romero and whispered,

Dash: Does this guy think we're idiots? Of course we know what cooking is...and he had Kyo about to put his arm out of socket tryin to answer the question...what is he some kind of mindless drone bent on world domination or something?

[Mechadon]

With Shenna's lips puckered toward him, Panzer had two options: answer the question, or try to steal another kiss from her. He pushed his face forward a bit for the later choice, but stopped himself. I've had enough smooching today, he thought, and besides, I'd rather take my time with this. He pauses and looks at Shenna's lipstick.

Panzer: "To tell you the truth, It's a little too brownish in colour, unless you meant like a rotten peach. But, hey, it still looks nice on you." A new thought occurs to him. "But hey, on my way to school I've noticed a beauty parlour selling all kinds of lipstick, flavoured too, I'm sure they have peach. What do you say? I can take you and I'll buy you some, my treat."

[Romero Anchovy]

Romero looked at Kyo's failed attempt at getting the teachers attention...and Eyah trying to help him, but his mind was else where

Romero: Ugh, I just want the free food...anything but pizza...

*stomach grumbles audibly*

Romero: I just gotta take my mind off food...in cooking class...

Romero seeing Panzer attempting to Woo Sheena more decided to give Eyah a shot. Hoping that maybe this time she might not try to frame him for something...

Romero: Hey Eyah. What are you doing after school Today? wanna hang out or something?

[Gabya]

The door smacks open and Gab is standing there scanning the room

Gab: Sorry I'm late, I got caught in a lecture about running in the halls

Mr. Fromage: And you are?

Gab: sorry, I'm Gabriel, the exchange student.

Mr. Fromage: very well, there's a free seat over there *points to the seat behind Jack*

Gab: Yes sir!

Gab walks over and sits down.

[Blackcat]

Jack : ... *Raises his hand.*

Jack: Cooking is the process of preparing food by applying heat, selecting, measuring and combining of ingredients in an ordered procedure for producing safe and edible food. Of course, the part of "safe and edible food" may not be the case with some people coooking skills...


Jack then put his hand back down and started to think about what was going on in his life. It was kind of hard working alone... he was making a resume of all the weird things that had happened in the last months for the first issue of the newspaper. He was also looking for sponsors... something a bit hard for a school paper that only goes out once in a week. And talking about sponsors, wasnt Dash kind of owned by a company now?

[KyoZaber]

Eyah : *Looks at the lipstick tube in her hand after Panzer's comment.* -=Rotten Peach!? Boys don't like rotten peaches!=- GGRRRR! *Stands up, clenching the lipstick in her fist tightly.* That girl lied to Sheena!!! *The sound of plastic crunching echoes through the captivated room...* RRAAAHHH!!!! *She throws the lipstick out an open window, wipes off her lips, then points at Panzer.* Sheena accepts your offer!

Kyo : *Winces, turning around.* Sheena, come on. Keep it down~

*A loud, gruff, cough echos from the front of the room. As everyone's attention goes up front, they see an annoyed Mr. Fromage, tapping his foot.*

Mr. Fromage : *His eyes focused on Kyo.* Mr. Kensabre, is there something you'd like to share with the rest of us?

Kyo : *A puzzled look over his face.* Err... Not at the moment sir.

Mr. Fromage : Then why on earth did you interrupt my class?

Kyo : ... I don't follow sir.

Mr. Fromage : I tell you what son... I've had enough of your tone. Get yourself to the Principal's office on the double.

Kyo : *Surprised.* On what grounds sir?

Mr. Fromage : Disruptin class you ninny! Now git outta here before I give you detention!

Kyo : *Clenching his fist in anger... he bites his tongue, picks up his books, and leaves the room.*

Mr. Fromage : *Looks at Sheena.* Now... Did you have a question young lady?

*** 1 hour and 25 minutes later... ***

Eyah : *Storms out of the room, seething, and gently dragging Romero behind her.* OOHHHHHH!!!! That TEACHER!!!! OOOHHHHHHHH!!!! I need a drink from the juice machine Romero, and you're treating me! *Stops for a moment, a devious smile plays onto her face.* And if you treat me, I promise I'll treat you~ <3

*Familiar moans and grumbles echoed... Minus the weird flirting...  came from each of the students as they exited the room. 90% of the class time had been full of nothing but talking about what "cooking" was, as defined by America's Webster's Dictionary. To top it all off, an assignment was given. The entire class had to give a report on some kind of a dish, called "The Flaming Emerald Dance." Due tomorrow by class time.*

[Romero Anchovy]

A wide smile spayed across Romero's face as the young cat began to think of all the different things that could mean...

Romero: hehe...O-Okay Eyah...N-No problem...hehehe...

Romero goes to the juice machine and brings her back a cold can of apple juice...

Romero: There you go...Uh...Eyah...did you maybe want to work together on finding out what the "The Flaming Emerald Dance" dance is?

[DashStPierre]

Dash: Man that guy is a real headcase...thankfully Principal Tio decided not to give the entire class detention when we made a line outside his door because Mr Fromage kept kicking us all out of class.

[KyoZaber]

Eyah : Sure Romero... *Chugs down the apple juice, crushing the can in her fist.* We'll begin research alright... *Turns around, facing away from Romero. A devious smile spreading with her lips...* Kee kee kee keee~

*A ways off from the group, Camma stood at a distance. She had the same blank look on her face from earlier for a moment... then it was replaced. A small smile spread across her lips as she turned around and whisped away...*

Sheena : *Mentally exhausted, she plopped down onto a small bench in the hallway...* Uggg~ @_@ Sheena never knew cooking was such a complex topic!

*** Meanwhile... In the school library... ***

Kyo : *Typing away on a library catalog computer terminal.* ... *Stops typing for a moment, clenching his fists... then releasing them...* ... -=Let's see this jerk of a teacher blow off the report I'm going to write... =- *He presses 'Enter' on the keyboard, and a list of references pop up. His eyes dart across the screen as he hits 'PrtScn' on the keyboard.* Let's see... multiple entries exist in the main library here... and in various other libraries around town...

*As soon as the old clunky printer finished, Kyo tore off the paper, and began walking down various isles, looking for one book in particular.*

[DashStPierre]

the school day came to a close and Dash strapped on his skates and headed home with a few books and articles in his backpack for the report. he quickly headed upstairs but not before his grandmother grabbed him by his backpack strap

Grams: Well hey speedy, why in such a rush? at least get a snack first.
Dash: sure I guess I could use a little something. I have a big report to write tonight for home ec.
Grams: Hmm, what's it about?
Dash: Something called the Flaming Emerald Dance.
Grams: Hmm, youd think theyd teach you about something like making a proper thanksgiving Turkey or something...
Dash: Well I think this is a new teacher or something...he's a real weirdo. Supposed to be a chef or something
Grams: well, Im sure he's just fine. I made you a plate from last night's dinner, take that up with you...just make sure to bring the dishes with you when you come down later
Dash: thanks Grams...

So Dash grabbed the tray with the plate, a couple apples and a glass of milk up to his room and he set right to work on the project.

[Romero Anchovy]

Romero: =I got a date! I got a Date!!! wait till i tell Sammy when he comes...heheh...he'll freak!=

Romero: So...Eyah where should we study? I have a pretty good computer at my house...Have you ever heard of this flameing dance thing?

[Mechadon]

Panzer came out of Home ec. also with a little mental fatigue.

Panzer: "Flaming Emerald Dance? What kinda dish is that!!? Sounds more like some occult ritual. He got us practicing dark magic or something?"

Panzer realized that he was only talking to himself. He looked at his arm tech, and had to remind himself that he would not receive a clever comment in return.

He looked over and saw Sheena on the bench. This aught to make up for Leon's absence. Panzer sat down next to her.

Panzer: "Hey, Sheena. What do you say we kick this Flaming Emerald assignment in the balls? We can go to the library, find some good references, and bring the work to my place and work on it together. AND!!! I'll get you that lipstick you wanted on the way home. Does that sound like a plan to you?"

[Blackcat]

*Jack didnt knew what the hell "The Flaming Emerald Dance" was, and he was reading his third french cooking book today!

*Enraged, he stormed out of the library...

"Okey, I really think I have seen that "Mr. Fromage" bird before..." he thinks as he walks in the hallway...

[DashStPierre]

Dash had been at his desk reading all afternoon (and occasionally IMing with Ashley who kept him motivated as the work was getting rather mundane) trying to figure out just what the "Flaming Emerald Dance" was...

Dash: There is no way that this could be a dish...I mean I even talked to folks at the colleges back in the states and they couldnt find anything on this.

Dash dropped Panzer and Romero a message and they got together on a three way to discuss the assignment

Dash: There has to be something fishy going on here with this...Ive been talking to researchers back home and even they dont have anything on this.
Romero: yeah, Ive been working with Eyah all afternoon too...Ive barely had any time to get my charm on...
Dash: That isnt necessarily a bad thing bro...(chuckles) you got anything Panzer?
Panzer: Nope...I even had Leon look into some stuff and he is really having a difficult time finding anything.
Dash: well we gotta keep at it...but I really do think something is up here...

[Mechadon]

(OOC: Woah, did we just skip the whole day again?)

[DashStPierre]

(OOC: Woah, did we just skip the whole day again?)

(OOC: yeah...the story kinda hit a standstill so I thought Id move things along...)

[KyoZaber]

(Nah, we didn't have to skip the whole day. ^^; I still intend to write a few things in this day's timeline. For the moment though, I'll post what all the students need to know / can currently find about "The Flaming Emerald Dance." I'll post more day-actions later on today. Right now I've got to finish packing.  )

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: The Legend of the Flaming Emerald Dance :

   Once upon a time, there was a young woman, whom loved fire. She would play with it every chance she got, watching the flames dance with graceful beauty. She greatly respected it’s power, and it’s warmth.

   Every year, in her small village, she would create a festival of fire. The township was amazed at her mastery of flame. There were fire birds blazing through the air, flaming dogs performing acrobatics, and the constant scent of a wonderful piece of wood burning ever so slowly.

   On the eve of the 100th festival, the woman became ill. While her body was failing, her spirit burned as hot as ever. She was determined not to let the festival stop on account of her. She slowly made her way to the center of the village, everyone helping her as she moved.

   Once she was at the center of the village, she took a deep breath, and slowly let it out. Her old eyes opened up and she looked out over the village. A warm smile spread over her lips as she began what would be her final speech.

“Thank you all for coming once again to the festival...”

She coughed a few times... continuing on...

“I’m sorry I couldn’t have had anything more prepared for you all...
I do have one treat for you all. It is something which I’ve known for a long time, however been afraid to do. The flames have told me, this will take me on a great journey. I did not want to do it, for that would mean leaving all of you.

You are all my family, and I love you all dearly.
Please know that as I perform this simple dance...”

   She lifted her hands, letting her old walking stick fall to the ground. She closed her eyes, and took another deep breath. When she opened them, her body was engulfed in emerald fire. The township all cried in horror... however their fear and sorrow soon was melted away by love and awe as the woman began her dance.

   They could see her at the center of the flames... she looked like an angel, and moved as one as well. She danced into the night, and into the dawn. As soon as the Sun peaked over the horizon, she slowly stopped... took a gentle bow... then vanished.

The dance she performed, was the Flaming Emerald Dance.
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[Blackcat]

*Jack had decided to not give up, and posted an ad in the (offline) newsletter...
 
"The school newspaper wants you!" Yeah, really lame, but he was tired after all that reading, and couldn't think in anything better...