The idea for this story came up after I read something in class and I thought I could give it a try.

Disclaimer: I don't own Beyblade. Nor will you ever see this again. End of Story.

In the End

Prologue

I stepped over a small puddle, careful not to get my already grubby shoes any dirtier. The bottom of my jeans were already soaked from getting splashed by a passing car. Why did it constantly rain on school days? I guess that's the way it is in Black Creek, always cold and dreary on weekdays but bright and sunny during weekends.

It's not like the school I go to is any better. Dendera High School is full of bad judgment and jealousy. If you play a lot of video games, then you're a geek; if you study for a quiz, then you're a nerd. I'm actually surprised that I'm not considered one of those people. I really have to thank my best friend, Fiona Parr, for not ending up in one of those categories. Why do I have to thank her? Well, wouldn't you be happy when your best friend is beautiful, rich, popular, smart (without trying), and has almost all the guys wrapped around her finger?

Almost

Kai Hiwatari is the only guy who seems to be able to resist her charms. You can't blame Fiona for trying can you? He's quiet, smart, athletic, and has a strong and silent attitude thing going on. You don't even know where to start on his looks. Okay, okay, I admit: I have a crush on Kai. But really, which girl hasn't had a crush on him? I'd say it started in, ummm, grade six and I'm in my junior year now. Why haven't I asked him out yet? First off, tons of girls get turned down by him (those pea-brains keep coming back); secondly, I've been friends with Kai since grade three. I guess it just wouldn't seem right.

I suppose you're wondering who I am right? The name is Memphis, Cleo Memphis. My full name is Cleopatra Alexandria Memphis, and yes my mom worships the ancient Egyptians. She studies mostly Hieroglyphs and is often sent some by archeologists to translate.

My dad? Never met him, simple as that.

I heard a car drive up behind me and turned around while flicking my wet, dark brown hair out of my face. Just as I suspected, Fiona was getting her daily ride to school in her personal limo. The only person richer then her family was the Hiwatari's, but Kai didn't ride to school in a limo. The back window rolled down and Fiona's face became visible.

"Cleo! Look at you, you're all wet!"

"Well it is raining" I said sarcastically but I don't think she caught it.

She wrinkled her nose up in disgust as she took in my dripping wet hair, soaked baggy jeans and wet blue raincoat. "Sorry Cleo, Daddy said that I shouldn't get the seats wet cause they're very hard to clean"

"Oh don't worry about it," I plastered on a fake grin, this happened almost every day, "the school's only another block"

"Okay, bye"

Before I could even reply the white limo was turning the corner. I dragged my feet the rest of the way to Dendera High School. Why does school exist?

I felt Fiona fidget beside me, which only meant one thing. Glancing towards the door I spotted Kai and his best friend Tala Ivanov. It was quite unfortunate that the two hottest boys sat in front of me, yes I pity myself. I pity them more though because they were Fiona's current desire (mainly Kai) and she would do anything to get their attention. I guess it was necessary because right when they sat down, Kai spun around to face me, completely ignoring Fiona.

"Hey Cleo, did you finish that lab report?"

I love being a tomboy. Guys 'round here realize you exist sooner then girls like Fiona, who right now was looking a little pissed off.

"Well I finished it, but nobody said it had to be done properly did they?"

Tala snickered and turned around, "I did it in fifteen minutes, took me two to think up what crap to write then the other thirteen to put it on paper." He glanced over at Kai who had a smirk crawling up his face, "Kai here can do an essay in ten minutes and still get an A"

I grinned evilly, "Teachers pet, teachers pet" I sang. Yes, I don't let the fact that I have a crush on him refrain me from teasing him.

He flicked my nose and laughed as I screeched and covered my nose with my hands.

"You are an annoying little girl Cleopatra" He said.

"I'm not a little girl!" I said raising my voice. Why did he always comment on my size? It's not my fault I'm tiny!

"You're smaller then me aren't you?" I didn't have time to reply because the homeroom teacher walked in followed by a rather shy looking girl.

"Alright class, listen up! We have a new student. This is Maya Tudor everyone"

I had to give the girl credit, she was definitely good looking, but you could tell it was all natural. Her light brown hair fell to mid-back but several pieces of layered hair framed her face. Crystal blue eyes surveyed the class with interest and the smile on her face seemed to prove that it never disappeared.

"Maya, there's a free seat next to the girl with the wet hair" I scowled but Maya just nodded and sat down beside me.

I decided to be friendly seeing as Fiona wasn't going to say anything. "Hi, my names Cleo and this is Fiona"

"Nice to meet you"

"You forgot to introduce me Cleo" a whinny voice spoke out. I glared at Tala but to my amusement, Kai dropped his head on to the table and muttered something about 'moron'. Tala frowned and hit Kai upside the head.

Maya giggled.

Tala grinned mischievously, uh-oh here comes flirting 101.

"The names Tala" he said. He picked up Maya's hand and brought it to his lips while a pretty blush spread across her cheeks. Fiona groaned and Maya looked over at her, the pink tinge never leaving her cheeks.

"What's wrong?" Maya asked

I just shrugged, "She's always like that" I said.

Fiona didn't speak to me for the rest of the day.

I'm hoping to introduce all of the characters in the next two chapters but it all depends. And no, not all the girls are OC's.

PLEASE R&R!

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