Roy: I can't take it anymore!!!
Brian: You gonna hit me? I'd like to see you try.
Roy: Want to say that again?
Brian: Thanks for giving me an easy shot...
Roy: Oh, No you don't!!
Ronald: Stop it both of you!
Ronald: You're going to get all of us in trouble!
Mary: Um... Actually...
Ms. Wilson: What are you doing?
Ronald: Me? But...
Ms. Wilson: Come with me. Principal Hughs will know what to do with you.
Principal Hughs: Good morning, children! How are you today?
Ms. Wilson: Principal Hughs, these three were fighting!
Principal Hughs: Oh my goodness! Did you get a boo-boo? I've got some Band-Aids in this drawer.
Ms. Wilson: Umm... Principal Hughs?
Principal Hughs: Right... Take a seat...
Principal Hughs: Okay, we're all going to take turns and talk about why you're here. What's your name little boy on the left?
Ronald: Uh... Ronald?
Principal Hughs: Ronald, could you please tell us why you're here?
Ronald: I didn't do anything...
Roy: It's true... Brian and I were the ones fighting. Ronald was only trying to stop us...
Brian: But we're only here because he got involved.
Ronald: No, you're only here because you punched Roy.
Brian: Yeah, well, I wouldn't have done it if he hadn't gotten in my face.
Roy: I wouldn't have gotten in your face if you hadn't stolen my girlfriend.
Ms. Wilson: Silence!! All of you!!
Principal Hughs: Yes! You're smart children. I know you can be better than this. Now normally, I would take away your recess for a month, but we're trying a new tactic this year called "Positive reinforcement". The three of you will be required to give back to the school by working with Anna Flores on the Homecoming committee!
Ronald: The homecoming committee? That's not so bad.
Roy: You say that now. Wait till you see Anna in her final form. It's scary!!
Principal Hughs: You'll need some courage, but I know you can do it. After all, you won't be able to overcome your fears unless you face them.
Brian: Say what?
Principal Hughs: Your first meeting is this afternoon.
Brian: So, Roy, guess what?
Brian: Roy? Earth to Roy! Your best bud Brian is trying to talk to you...
Roy: You're not funny Brian...
Brian: I'm not trying to be. Look, I know it's kinda weird that my new girlfriend is your ex, but I don't see why we can't handle our jealousy maturely.
Ronald: Seriously, Brian? Is Zoe's your girlfriend now?
Brian: What, you're surprised? We've been hooking up for three months now.
Roy: Three months?
Brian: Yeah, started off as a summer fling. I can tell you all about it later. Point is, We can still be bros. How about it?
Roy: No way, Brian!
Brian: Whatever, your loss!!
Ronald: Where are you going?
Brian: I'm suddenly not feeling so well. Think it might be best if I take the rest of the day off, ya know?! Bye, losers...
Roy: So that's it... Ten years of friendship, just... Over.
Roy: Thanks for standing up for me, Ronald. Without you, all this would have been so much worse.
Ronald: No problem. Are you going to be okay?
Roy: Yes, I should have cut Brian out a long time ago. Come on, We should get to class before Ms. Maddox worries. We can talk more during the homecoming committee.
Ronald: Alright.
Anna: Ronald! You're two minutes late...
Ronald: Oh... Sorry. I had to make a bathroom stop.
Anna: That's no excuse! I was this close to reporting you tardy to Principal Hughs. Pee faster next time...!!
Anna: Look, I'll let it go this time because you are new, but don't let this happen again. There are only six weeks until homecoming, and everything's gotta be perfect! Everyone, I'd like you to meet Ronald Penalba and Roy Mitchell, the newest member of the homecoming committee.
Ronald: Hey there!!
Anna: Roy, why don't you tell us your favorite thing about homecoming.
Roy: I... Like the football game... Yeah!!
Anna: Okay...? Ronald, what about you?
Ronald: Homecoming... Is so romantic?
Anna: Well, yes, that's true... Though here at Longbeach High, we try to make homecoming fun for everyone, regardless of relationship status.
Frank: Oooo... Awkward!!
Ronald: I'm sorry, I didn't mean to--
Anna: Oh, no, that's totally fine. Um, you can take a seat now...
Ronald: Okay, yeah...
Anna: Now, everyone, look around you and tell me what you see...
Koh: The room where coach Burke forced me to do that stupid running test.
Anna: Wrong! I mean, maybe you're right, but wrong, answer. Anyone else?
Julie: A blank canvas?
Anna: Exactly... In a few short weeks, this room will be full of happy tigers here to celebrate homecoming. We're here to make sure the night is magical. To that end, I've selected two possible themes for this year's dance for us to vote on. Under the sea, and Happily ever after.
Morgan: Ha. That's your idea of magical? Seriously?
Anna: Well, I don't see you coming up with any better ideas, Morgan.
Morgan: You want one? Fine! How about a 90s retro rave?
Anna: Do you think I don't know what happens at raves? We watched a whole video about them in health class!
Morgan: Dp you really? Dang! Well, that's karma, I guess. The whole reason I'm here is because, I skipped health too much last year.
Anna: Okay, so, looks like we've still got two options. Let's take a vote.
Mike: I'm voting for, Retro rave.
Anna: If you want to throw away your vote, that's fine with me. Everyone else, please raise your hand when I call out the theme you'd like to vote for.
Anna: And the winner is... Happily Ever After!!!
Mike: I'm guessing this won't be a deconstruction of the concept..? Point taken. Shiny, happy joyful fun times. Got it!!
Anna: Anyway, now that we've got our theme, it's time to get started on creating the decorations. We're going to need a lot of banners, so let's split off into teams, Okay?
Payton: Yeah!!!
Roy: Sorry... Yes, let's work together...
Ronald: Roy, I know we're here as punishment, but maybe you should ask Anna if you can go home. Take a mental health day, you know?
Roy: Looks like she's a bit preoccupied. Besides, you and I are going to make a great banner. Here, take a paintbrush.
Ronald: What should we paint? Okay... A dragon!!
Roy: Wow, that's quite a dragon there.
Ronald: Thanks, do you want to name it?
Roy: Me?
Ronald: Sure, name it whatever you want.
Roy: Uhmm... How about "BOB"?
Ronald: Works for me...
Anna: Wow, you're the first ones. done, and this isn't too bad. How about you guys get started on another?
Roy: Actually, Anna, I was thinking--
Anna: Don't even think about asking to leave before we're done...
Roy: Whoa there!!! Wouldn't dream of it... What I was thinking was that, since Ronald and I are done early, and It's getting little late, maybe we could go on a food run for the group.
Anna: I don't know... we really do need you here.
Sydney: Aw, come on Anna. Let them go!
Payton: Don't you think it would be nice to give them some... Alone time?
Roy: Now hang on a second!!!
Julie: Besides, we'll work much better if we're not hungry.
Anna: Well... Okay. Ronald, Roy, if you want to, you're free to go. Just make it quick.
Roy: So, Ronald, want to go to the diner?
Ronald: I'd rather stay here...
Roy: You don't want to go?
Ronald: Is that okay with you?
Roy: Yeah, I guess. We'll probably get done faster now anyway. Come on, let's get started on another poster.
Sydney: Is it time to go yet? I've got a test to study for.
Anna: Okay, everyone you're free to go.
Morgan: Hallelujah!!!
Anna: I'll see you all next week, when we'll, uh... We'll go over how to make attractive banners, I guess. Bye, everyone!!
Ronald: Hi Mary! What are you doing here?
Mary: Ronald! Hey, could you hide a few minutes? Maybe in your car...
Ronald: Um... Okay, why?
Roy: See you tomorrow, Ronald, Mary!!!
Mary: Wait, Roy! Can I ask you something?
Roy: Uh... Sure...
Mary: I... um... was like, wondering if you'd maybe want to... You know... um... go out sometime... with... you know... me?
Roy: What?
Mary: I was wondering if you'd like to go out with me sometime...
All of these will be answered in the next chapter of High School. Stay tuned and have a great day...
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