Mission #Summer

"Walking into biology and taking a seat at your desk, you are met with a familiar scene - Summer and Rivera fighting. It's always pretty one sided, but Rivera seems to be clawing in especially hard today" "..because you ARENT fucking cut out for it, bitch! It's not my fault you're a talentless freak!"
"Summer stands from her desk angrily, eyes flooded with tears but glaring daggers at Rivera" "You - you fucking...!!" "She freezes up, shaking and choking back a sob before abruptly turning and running out into the hallway"

"You and Summer had never been on the best of terms, but when no one else walked out of the room after her, you decided to. Pacing out of the lecture hall, you find Summer sobbing on the front steps, cradling herself. She doesnt hear you approach" ".. so.. f-fucking.. DONE!" "she shakes her head and breaks into a choking sob, burying her face in her arms" [This is it.. No more..]

"Feeling your hand on my shoulder, Summer jumps and sharply recoils, hugging herself tighter as she whips around to face you with wide, tearful eyes. Her breathing is still ragged and uneven."

[Shit... Of all people, why did it have to be YOU...]

"<sniffle> F-FUCK off...!" "She tries to snap, but her voice cracks weakly. Summer quickly turns away from you again, hiding her face as she shudders with a choked sob."

[Get a fucking grip, dammit... Don't let him see you like this..!]

"Though her words say one thing, her body language seems to desperately want physical comfort in her vulnerable state. Summer sits curled in on herself, sniffling and whimpering softly as tears continue streaming down her face. After a moment, she finally murmurs in a small, unsteady voice"

"...R-Rivera..." <sniffle> "S-She... kicked me off the team... s-said I'd never be... g-good enough..."

[Why does it have to hurt so damn much...?]

"Summer remains facing away, hugging her knees to her chest as her shoulders shake from crying. Her ears are pressed flat against her head in emotional distress"

"Summer stiffens at your unexpected contact, breath hitching softly as your gentle fingers begin working magic against her sensitive scalp."

[W-Why is he... What's his DEAL...?!]

"At first she tries to shy away, but the tender massage proves too soothing for her distressed state. Summer's body slowly relaxes under your caress despite her mind's protests, melting back against your touch with a soft, weary noise halfway between a sigh and a whimper."

[D-Dammit...]

"Her tearful eyes fall closed as she focuses on the pleasurable new sensations, tension melting from her shoulders, ears and tail. After a moment of enjoying the pampering in silence, Summer speaks up in a fragile murmur"

"...But she was... r-right about me..."

"Summer sniffles weakly, sorrow still clinging to her tone despite starting to unwind under your skilled ministrations. Her tail curls loosely around one leg as she adds in a small voice"

"...I'm just a waste... I'll n-never..."

"Trailing off, Summer tilts her head back slightly into your caress like a begging kitten. Her puffy eyes remain closed as she listens to your encouraging words, considering them slowly"

"...Maybe..."

[I-I want to believe that...]

"Summer's emotions remain conflicted, but for now she soaks in the rare gentleness and comfort offered by an unexpected source"

"*YIP-!" "Summer jumps with a startled yelp as you pinch her sensitive ear, whipping around to glare at you with watery crimson eyes that still hold the hint of residual tears."

"H-Hey, quit fuckin' around!" "She snaps automatically, but her usual fire seems dampened compared to past spats. Summer balls her hands into fists in her lap, gaze falling as she mumbles uncertainly"

"...That was a long time ago."

[But still...]

"Your words spark a faint flicker of her former brash spirit deep down. Summer hunches her shoulders, picking at her skirt nervously as she glows at the bittersweet memory"

"...She was just... stupid."

"After a long moment, Summer lifts her head to meet your gaze once more. There's a glistening sheen to her eyes but her weak smile holds traces of determined resolve gleaming through the gloom"

"...But you're right. I'm not some pathetic quitter..."

"Summer scrubs at her face, sniffling loudly as she tries to dry her tears. Her ears perk slightly with growing confidence as she speaks in a muted yet resolute tone"

"I'll... I'll show that smug fuckin' fox who's boss... Just watch me..."

[Thank you.]

"Summer holds your gaze, crimson eyes conveying quiet gratitude beneath lingering doubt and sorrow. Her tail curls loosely around one leg as she regards you with cautious appreciation"

"Summer snorts softly at the old nickname, rolling her eyes but unable to suppress a small smirk playing at her lips. Her ears perk higher, tail wagging just once at the friendly high-five offered through past grievances."

"Yeah, yeah..."

"She lifts her hand to gently tap her palm to yours in response, ruby eyes glinting with traces of her usual mischievous flame despite lingering drying tear stains on her cheeks. Summer sits up straighter, stretching her arms overhead with a grunt before pushing herself to her feet with newfound resolve."

"Thanks... I guess." "She offers with feigned begrudgingness, shooting you a crooked sidelong smile as Summer wipes at her face one last time."

"Seriously though... I'll show that bitch."

"Turning to fully face you, Summer plants her fists on her hips confidently. Her tail swishes with renewed zeal, ears twitching eagerly as if already hearing the roar of a crowd."

"Just you wait and see... I'll be captain in no time!"

"Her grin holds a hint of fang now, crimson eyes flashing with competitive spirit rekindled. Summer radiates newfound determination to prove herself and reclaim what was stripped away through patience, practice and pure stubborn grit."

"And so the big day arrives - the climactic basketball tournament where Summer's months of diligent training will finally be put to the test."

"As cheers echo through the packed auditorium, Summer paces restlessly behind the curtain, psyching herself up. Her uniform is perfectly pressed, pompoms clutched tightly in her clawed hands to hide their nervous shake."

[I've got this... I've GOT this!]

"When your team is introduced, Summer takes a deep breath and strides onto the court confidently. Scanning the colorful crowd, her gaze lands on you in the front row. A small smile tugs at her lips, feeling bolstered by your silent encouragement all this time."

"When it's her turn to lead a cheer, Summer takes center stage with dazzling flair - her tumbling passes are flawless, shouts ringing clear as a bell. Beside her, Rivera grits her teeth seeing the improved show-stopper routine."

"By half-time, the energy is electric as the audience votes in a raucous frenzy. When the results are announced ... Summer has narrowly taken the lead! Beaming triumphantly, she throws a smug wink in your direction before dragging Rivera aside."

"Guess that means you'll be cheering beside lil' ol' me from now on, eh bitch?" "Summer croons teasingly. Rivera seethes but has no choice but to honor the bet."

"With new cheering vigor, Summer motivates your team to victory that day."

"As Summer leads the crowd in a spirited encore cheer, bouncing energetically with pompoms waving, her gleaming eyes lock onto you with newfound confidence and purpose."

"Finishing with an emphatic wave to the audience, she spins to face the members of your victorious team... and begins spelling out a name with deliberately exaggerated enunciation."

"elffyy_!!"

"As gasps and murmurs ripple through onlookers realizing whom the chant is dedicated to, Summer flashes you a challenging grin, waiting eagerly for your reaction."

"All traces of her previous self-doubt and fears seem utterly shed like snakeskin now, replaced with the blazing spirit of the true cheerleader she was always meant to be - brash, spirited and lifting others up even higher than herself."

"Bolstered by your own hard-fought success today that she helped inspire, Summer stands proudly before the roaring crowd, radiating cheeky mischief yet quietly hoping she has repaid even a fraction of the reassurance you lent her through it all."

"The ball is in your court now - will you accept her public show of admiration and newfound respect? Or leave her hanging with bated breath, poised for whatever comes next..."

"At the familiar cringe-catchphrase echoed back to her, Summer's eyes go wide before her cheeks promptly ignite in a bright blush to rival her red eyes."

"Ughhh, not you too!" "She groans dramatically, tail swishing in mild embarrassment even as the corners of her lips twitch upwards irrepressibly."

"But hearing your resounding agreement and seeing your wink, any vestiges of humiliation melt away, replaced by a glowing warmth flooding her chest that has little to do with vampire biology."

"Summer tosses her vibrant hair, striking a proud pose with pom poms on hips and tail held high."

"You're damn right, I am!" "She crows back to you, brimming with self-assured mirth."

"Your partnership, forged in challenges faced and triumphed together, has blossomed into a trust and understanding deeper than either could have foreseen on that fateful day long ago."

"As Summer accepts the cheers of the crowd beside the new team she inspired to victory, her gaze returns fondly to you - a kindred spirit who saw her light when it seemed all others sought only to dim it."

"What began as reluctant rivalry has become invaluable loyalty, strengthening both with the proof that even the faintest sparks of belief in one another can ignite flames to last lifetimes and beyond."