Two Tickets to Paradise. (Stellar)

[Lucas Moore]

        There are many words to describe spending your days at Ashford, but for Lucas, boring was the most prevalent one of the day. School activities had been slow, students ran about in a flurry, and the lack of any real extracurricular activities made it very limiting on what one could do for fun. As bored as he was, Lucas felt he needed to do something or he would start to go crazy from the monotony. As he reached his dorm, he ultimately decided on swimming, and he felt there would be no better place to swim than the beach, especially with the fresh air and sandy shores to relax you.

        And, just like that, he threw together his swim apparel and started out his room, waltzing out through the forest. He honestly found the forest oddly serene and disconcerting at the same time. Still, they were a necessity for this hell hole to exist with some semblance of natural appearance. That thought flew from his conscious mind as he took the first few steps onto the beach. The bright sun, cool breeze, and enticing waters put together an image of paradise in hell. And, while that description seemed bleak, Lucas didn't let that get him down. He did however, decide to lounge a bit in the sand.

        As he rested in the coarse sand, his eyes gazed about the coastline in curiosity. It seemed that he wasn't the only one thinking this was a good idea. Several singular or lightly grouped students dotted the beach around him, ranging from lounging around as he did to swimming to even a bit of volleyball. He had to admit, this was the much better choice for the obvious benefit of catching sight of the beach babes. If nothing else, Lucas was still a young man, and, as a young man, he did appreciate the female form. He chuckled at the thought of finding a girl he could could level with emotionally and mentally; that he could open up to in every way possible. And, if they were pleasing to the eyes, it would be even better. The thought brought a genuine smile to Lucas' face, as he leaned back and sighed contently for the moment.

[Stellar Tokumei]

"If you sexy then flaunt it~ If you freaky then own it~ Don't brag about it come show me~" A soft crystalline voice drifted through the forest as a girl slid down the path heading for the beach. Her hips swinging to the tune of her voice as she moves twirling and throwing her hands up with a smile as if having not a single worry in the world. In truth she really didn't. What was the point of worrying about her circumstances? Besides this place was far better than where she had been before anyway. That woman can go suck a radioactive dick for all I care~ She thought with a smirk as she came to a stop at the edge of the woods her singing fading to silence.

Her deep aquamarine gaze scanning the warm sand laid out in front of her as she looks from student to student. It seemed a few others had come to the same conclusion she did about today. It was a perfect day for bathing suits and having some fun~ She was already wearing her bathing suit having thought putting clothing on over it was a waist of time and effort. She smiled and fixed her fitting black bikini top before striding barefoot onto the sand. Enjoying the hot sand as it spilled over her toes the contrast between this place and her come country filling her with a thrill of being so far from that hell hole. She was free~ And she was going to do whatever the fuck she wanted to do now~

She found her feet taking her towards a lone man sitting in the sand watching the others. Her smile broadening as she stopped behind him and crouched down tilting her head to the side cutely.
"I know it's what men do.. but you make it very obvious~" She spoke over his shoulder giggling softly. It was fairly easy to guess one of the reasons this one had came here. Not that she disagreed. There were a few girls here she found very nice to the eye herself~

[Lucas Moore]

        Even Lucas had to admit, if one could take the time to try and relax, this place had its moments. Few adults ever showed themselves here, and the local mall cops, the "Prefects," didn't have the time to babysit every single student, so one could easily slip out from under their noses and have some fun. And, for the first time in a while, he truly was relaxed. Nice, warm sand, a cool breeze every-so-often, and the breathtaking sight the ocean scenery was something he truly enjoyed. The only thing that could make this better would be to attract the attention of one of the lovely ladies on the beach.

        Just the moment he thought that, as if on cue, a soft voice, playful and light, drifted out from behind him. As he turned around to view who the person was, he gave a light chuckle. "Never said I was trying to hide it, " he lightly responded. The girl was quite a sight, even for everyone here. Her platinum blonde hair framed a soft, near-giddy face, her deep aquamarine eyes shining out happily. And she definitely knew how to rock the black bathing suit. As far as girls went, it was like the jackpot decided to drop practically into his lap. He really did seem to have great luck today.

        His one hand slipped over to give a small pat to the sand next to him as he spoke up again, sliding slightly to make room next to him."If you're in no rush, why don't you have a seat? I could always use some company, especially from someone as cute as you." His words came out with a friendly smile, though he was mannered enough to at least keep eye-to-eye contact. After all, there were quite a few beautiful sights that could distract him, but a real gentlemen wouldn't be distracted by them with a guest around.

[Stellar Tokumei]

Stella gave the boy a coy smile as she moved to sit beside him folding her legs neatly to the side beneath her. Her black and pink nails trailing through the hot sand as she drew a simple pattern on it's surface. Her intense gaze returning to the boy after a brief moment.
"So your a watcher and prone to flattery. How are you still single, eh?" She gives him a mischievous smirk with her teasing words as her eyebrow arches slightly in question.

He was pretty cute if not a little on the studious side as far as looks went. Not her usual type by far, but that's exactly what brought her to him wasn't it? Every once in awhile it was good to take a hop out of your usual zone otherwise things got far to routine and drag.
"So why is a guy like you sitting alone way over here?" She leaned closer with a sweet smile not caring one bit that her chest was currently pressing against the boys arm. Yet unlike what her actions suggested, her eyes simply held the innocence and curiosity of a wily kitten. As if the girl was peacefully oblivious.

[Lucas Moore]

        Lucas was quite happy with how the day was turning out. He was getting some relaxing hours away from the troubles of the island, and what's more, he had the company of a cute girl, both funny and playful from the looks of how things were going. He couldn't help but curiously watch as she trailed her nails across the ground, though his attention was drawn straight back to her eyes as she gazed back at him. She was definitely captivating, and he found no displeasure in being captivated by her. "If only I knew the answer myself," he coyly spoke back. "Guess we'll never know, will we?"

        His smile widened wih a small chuckle as she leaned over towards him. Whether or not she knew how close she was, she obviously didn't mind being up-close and personal. Not that he'd be complaining, though. He simply kept smiling back as he spoke. For one, I have a more commanding view of the beach. Let's me take in more of the sights. For two, there's less rocks or trees surrounding me, so I'll dry off faster after taking a dip in the water if I relax here. And lastly? I get first peak at any newcomers to the beach. And hey, it earned me a seat with you, so it's not all bad, obviously." He let the last words slip off with a small wink and a confident smirk. He was positive he was going to enjoy the rest of his day here.

[Stellar Tokumei]

Her gaze slid down the beach as he spoke, quietly scanning the other students out and about today. A few caught her attention, both girls and boys, though not for very long. The girls all seemed rather preppy. The kinda gal that was all looks and no books. Nothing in their pretty little heads but hot air. As for the boys... they didn't seem much better. Not tame but no brain. Still, they were nice to look at.

She looked back to the boy beside her and looked him over with a smile.
"Not too bad of a sight from this spot. Though the barbies and kens over there could use some work." She winked and leaned back. Crossing her legs infront of her and giving a content sigh. The sun was something she absolutely loved here, so unlike home. She loved anything that wasn't like her home country.

"So what do you call yourself? Even one as witty as you has to have a name, eh?" She looked at him from the corner of her eye.
"My name is Stellar, but people just call me Stella." She had always found the name rather girly. Though she supposed it fit her image here much better than her old one. Before she came here she had been rather.. what was the word for it? Emo? She gave a soft chuckle at the memory. Died hair, black clothes, baggy sweaters.. oh god it was good she had decided to make a fresh start. Though some of her old spunk showed in her punky clothing occasionally.. No reason to change everything right?

[Lucas Moore]

        Relaxing was something one usually didn't get a chance to do here, what with all the crazy commotion between the students on the island. He would know: He was signed up for them himself, though he was, as any of his comrades were, quiet about his involvement. But today was fantastic. He could kick back and relax, ogle to his heart's content, and, to top it off, get a nice chat with a girl who seemed equal parts pretty and mischievous. He felt like his luck couldn't run out today.

        Glancing about, Lucas could tell at a glance what the girl meant. Most of the people currently at the beach seemed to be jocks, cheerleaders, or other preppy, "high class" people. They're fun to watch at a distance, but not very intellectually stimulating. Thankfully, the girl at his side was more than enough to satisfy his whimsy. "Stella, eh? It fits you. At least, it seems like it does. I'm Lucas," he offers the girl.

        Relaxing back just as she did, he gazed out towards the horizon. The waves sure looked good from here. And that thought prompted him to speak up again. "Hey. What do you say we get some time in the water? You look like you could go for a dip. Might even be fun~" He gave Stella nudge as he spoke, winking over to the girl. He wanted to see just what kind of trouble he could get into with the girl. Who knows? Maybe it'd be the good kind of trouble.

[Stellar Tokumei]

Stella arched an eyebrow and gave the boy a sly smile. Her deep aquamarine eyes seeming to glow with amusement.
"Lucas eh? I've yet to meet a Lucas who didn't know how to have a good time." She winked and rolled forward onto the balls of her feet, playfully ruffling his bangs before hopping to her feet and turning to walk backwards towards the gleaming water.

"A dip sounds fantastic, if you can keep up~" Stella winked and spun around, darting off and jumping as she neared the water, her body arching into a dive as she disappeared under the surface with barely a splash. Once under she closed her eyes for a few moments before kicking out and making her way deeper out. Her hand brushing the soft sand beneath her until she pushed off with her palm and made for the surface, her head popping out of the water a good twenty feet from shore.

She had always felt at one with water, even as a child. Most people feared drowning to some extent but the thought never occurred to Stella. She was the kind of person that could swim and stay afloat for hours and hours, able to float on her back and let the water carry her whenever she got tired. Her grandmother had nicknamed her 'Otter' for a very good reason. Granted, sea water was quite different than the lakes back home, but in a good way. She found the seawater allowed her to move easier as if she were floating. She knew it was because the salt in the water caused her to become even more buoyant... but to her it felt like magic. Science be damned.

[Lucas Moore]

        "I wouldn't have it any other way," Lucas chimed back just as Stella finished messing with his hair. The teasing ruffle simply brought a playful smile to his lips. He was almost 100% sure things were gonna get interesting. And he'd be lying if he didn't watch Stella a bit more than he should as she darted off to the water. She sure had a full hand of spades when it came to beauty, that's for damn sure, and her last words were enough of a dare for him to hop up himself and follow her right in, jumping straight in after her.

        Sounds became muffled and his body suddenly felt lighter as the water enveloped him. Just about everyone enjoyed a swim, especially on the beach. The sun, the sky, and the sea all joined together for just enough time to make a pleasant place for nearly all. Lucas took time to adjust his eyes to the crystal-clear water surrounding him before glancing about. All manner of seashells, starfish, and sand banks gathered up below him in a spectacle, it sure was a pretty sight to see.

        Of course, there was more pressing matters to attend to, and their legs kicked gently in the water above him. He broke out into a grin as he swam straight up to her and surfaced just a couple feet from her, keeping it slow so as to not splash her too much. The grin from before was ever present as he flicked back his head, letting his slicked bangs fly from in front of his eyes. "Looks like I'm keeping up just fine so far. It's almost like you want me to catch you~"

[Stellar Tokumei]

"That's a pretty insinuating claim..." Stella's eyes held a gleam of mischievous joy as she leaned back in the water, sweeping her arms outward and seeming to simply float.
"Maybe I was simply taking it easy on you, boy~" With that she suddenly rose her arms straight up, the shift making her drop suddenly under the surface, her fingers giving a little wave as they disappeared. Once under she immediately curved her body to glide under the boy with ease. Her hands reaching out for his ankles to try and tug him under before she curled her legs above her head and shot off for the sandy bottom bellow. A trail of bubbles left in her wake from her laughter as she swam.

As she reached the bottom she planted both palms on the sand as if doing an underwater handstand, her gaze shifting to the boy curiously. Under the water her long pink-tinted hair fanned out as if wings with a mind of their own, floating on either side of her as if weightless. Truth be told she often forgot the weight of her hair until she swam, such things you simply get used to, but underwater she felt free from such mundane things.

A small smirk danced across her lips as she winked at the boy, mouthing the words 'Welcome to my world' in a flurry of bubbles. What he wasn't aware of was that here she held the advantage. How long would it be until he figured it out? The thought itself made her grin.

[Lucas Moore]

        Lucas was always a fan of mischief. He was a prankster at heart; Nothing serious enough to hurt people but still a trickster. And with the look in Stella's eyes, Lucas couldn't help but grin in excitement. Within moments, the girl spun backwards and disappeared into the water. Damn, she was flexible, and that meant she would be even more fun.

        Lucas wanted to chase after her, but before he could, he felt himself be tugged into the water below. He could easily tell it was the girl's hand's, almost teasingly goading him into following, and Lucas couldn't possibly deny the girl. He quickly dove under and caught sight of the girl and, in fair play, bolted after her, still grinning. He could see her mouthing words to him, giving a wink over to the girl as he came to a halt next to her. Mouthing back, he gave her a definitive "Your move," curious to see what the girl had in store for him.

        It certainly felt he was going to have a great time.

[Stellar Tokumei]

Stella gave a soundless giggle and covered her mouth with a hand to try and hide her grin. It was rare to find a boy that genuinely interested her, especially so soon after arriving here on the 'isle of monsters'. Maybe they were right. Maybe it was best for her to be with her own kind. Although she didn't allow it to show on her face she felt a slight twinge of bitterness, all the more glad she was here now. She wouldn't have to deal with that place ever again.

Stella gave the boy a smug look and crossed her legs to float there. Her arms opening to either side of her as she closed her eyes and parted her lips. Almost immediately white chaos erupted with a flurry of tiny bubbles surrounded them as if someone opened an air grate under them. The bubbles were far to small to do anything... but the bubble storm would feel rather strange and even ticklish, slipping into clothing and making it a bit difficult to see more then a foot in front of you.