Even in a school like this, there had to be gym class. It did make sense, considering they were wild animals that often didn't get that much time outside. For Vinny, if he could spend his entire life in one dark corner, he'd personally be happy. However, he did understand how the majority of students here have a lot of energy to get out.

As he walked into the gym, he nearly jumped out of his skin when a whistle was blown less than a foot behind him. He spun around to see where it was coming from and came face to face with the gym teacher. She was a tall drink of water with long blonde hair and... questionable fashion sense. After scaring the shit out of Vinny, she was laughing hysterically.

"Sorry, sorry! I don't get to do that a lot. We don't get many new students, but when we do, I like to torture them." She stated all too happily.

Vinny almost forgot to breathe for a second. "Um, is it too late to run?"

"Oh, way too late. Anyways, I'm Yekaterina Petrovna Zamolodchikova, but you can just call me Miss Katya. You couldn't have a worst first day." She chuckled briefly before going on to explain, "Typically, the Head Master makes me keep the predator and prey animals separate and span separate activities for them. However, to feed my sadistic nature, on the last Friday of every month I'm allowed to throw all the rules out the window. And guess what today is?"

"...The last Friday of the month?"

"Yep! I promise it won't always be like this, but today is going to suck for you."

Vinny turned towards Jeremy, who's little deer ears were lowered timidly. There were plenty of people like Devin who were both predator and prey. For these two, though, they really couldn't be lower down on the food chain if they tried. The two waited around for another minute while several other students made their way to the gym. Many of them were a lot bigger and scarier. Vinny had seen them in the halls and at lunch, but he was really hoping he'd get to avoid them.

Upon the bell ringing, Miss Katya called everyone to gather around. "Alright, class! As you all know, today is my favorite day of each month. Today we're playing dodgeball. Team captains shall be... Hmm, Bill, aaand, Jacky."

"They look like they're both predators, right? So, it's not gonna be totally one sided?" Vinny whispered to Jeremy.

He shook his head, "Jacky might be a wolf, but for some reason he's really docile. He might as well be one of us."

"RIP me." He muttered.

Jeremy offered a half-smile, "At least you'll have the weekend to sleep it off."

"Hey, how 'come Chris is only in, like, half of our classes and isn't getting tortured right now?"

"He's the Head Master's assistant during first hour and in the afternoons." Devin replied.

Vinny huffed, "Lucky bastard."

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Being a Friday, everyone was in a rush to get out of the building the second the bell rang. Chris sat calmly at the front desk as he watched people hurry along. It made him anxious, in a way. He felt like he should be rushing too, but he knew he was right where he belonged. Creatures came and went as needed, all while he remained there working on his latest English assignment.

He finally looked up when he saw the new student approaching the office. "Hey. How was your first day?"

"Uhh," Vinny rubbed the back of his head, "Interesting. Painful. Miss Katya scares me a little... A lot."

Chris chuckled, "Yeah, she's not all there, but she is really sweet. Are you headed back to your dorm?"

"No. Head Master wanted me to meet with Ms. DeLa before I leave."

He pointed to a door across the hall. "That's her office. She's not with a student right now, so you can go on in."

"Thanks." Vinny replied with a warm smile.

Warm, yet scared. He's already had a lot thrown at him today. He wasn't sure how much more he could handle. Thankfully, the school therapist was a very pleasant person. Maybe overwhelmingly pleasant, but it's probably better than getting hit by another dodge ball.

Chris heard the Head Master's office door open. He didn't want to turn around from fear of looking desperate to see him. In truth, he'd give anything to get even a glance of his face. Kuza walked up behind him, setting a hand on his back. He leaned over him and picked up the paper he'd been working on.

"Your writing talent continues to blow me away." He said after reading over the paper. "Your science could use some work, though."

"Oh... You saw my grade?"

Kuza sighed, "Yes. I know Ms. Del Rio has a very unique way of teaching. It works really well for some students, but for a few, it's hard to keep up with. There's nothing wrong with that. Come by my house noon tomorrow and I'll help you. Okay?"

He got the cutest smile, "Okay."

"And wear something nice for when we're done." He gently kissed Chris' cheek, of which instantly lit up from what he'd said.

Kuza pulled away from his love when he heard footsteps coming down the hall. The odd thing was, he was never panicked in these situations. He was always so calm and collected. He could continue on as if he wasn't just kissing all over one of his students, and no one suspected a thing.

Books and briefcase in hand, Professor Eckerström stopped in front of the desk. He always wore a smile, no matter how fucking crazy it looked. "Is it alright with you if I take our two trouble makers off of suspension just for tomorrow? They truly are good kids, and I'd feel bad if they missed the festivities. I've got some wonderful things planned for the house."

"It's fine with me, as long as you promise to keep them from running off." Kuza responded.

"I assure you they will never leave my sight." He replied, "Have a good weekend, Sir. And an early Happy Valentine's Day to you both." Professor Eckerström tipped his hat off to them before turning to the exit.

"Should I be worried what he has planned?" He thought out loud.

Chris looked up at him. "Probably."

Kuza shrugged, "He hasn't killed anyone yet. There is a first time for everything, though."

"The record for the longest his classroom has gone without injury is only ten days. The fact that he hasn't killed anyone is a miracle."

He laughed, then changed the subject, "Are you going to stay here to finish this?" Kuza gestured down to his paper.

"If you wouldn't mind... My dorm can get a little loud."

"Stay as long as you'd like, Sweetie. I've got a lot of work to get gone myself. It'll probably be dark by the time we're both done, so I'll plan on walking you home. If you need anything, you know where to find me."

Kuza turned around and headed back to his office. It was always painful to watch him go. His presence was so relaxing and comforting. Chris was fine on his own, but he was better with him. He just kept his head down and started working again.

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a/n: lil bit of a short update, but i'll give you guys the v-day update later tonight if i can <3