A Growing Friendship

Part two of the MASSIVE Origin Story for the Oxton Family.

## Plot

### Back to School, October 2, 2008

Emily drops Zeke and Michael off at school before driving away, and Michael asks why Natalia and Annabelle don't have to go to school. Zeke mentions that they're sick. Zeke then tells Michael bye before heading to class, as Michael heads to his. In Michael's class, he is greeted by Wendy. Both sit next to each other, as class begins. Wendy asks Michael if he would like to hang out, and Michael accepts her offer. The teacher then writes a science equation on the board. He then hands everybody an assignment and asks everyone to use the Scientific Equation on the board. Michael begins to struggle, and Wendy helps him, explaining how the equation works. Michael thanks Wendy as they continue to work on their assignment.

Michael and Wendy finish the assignment, and Michael turns it in. The teacher, skeptical, asks Michael to do it again, which frustrates Michael. He returns to his desk and informs Wendy. Both begin to redo their assignment, though both become sour. Wendy asks Michael to turn it in, and Michael asks Wendy to turn it in, as he might think it's better coming from her. Wendy gives it, and the teacher accepts it. Wendy then sits down as the teacher grades it. Wendy then asks Michael how his brother is doing, and Michael mentions that Zeke is different now. The teacher then hands back assignments, and gives both an "F". Angered, Michael asks why he gave them an "F" if they did it twice, the teacher asks Michael not to talk back to his elders.

In Zeke's class, The teacher writes a math problem on the board and asks Zeke to answer it. Zeke does so, and goes back to his seat. The teacher writes another, and asks Hortense to answer it, which she does and gloats it to Zeke. Hilde tells Hortense to piss off, and Hortense blows it off. The teacher then asks Michael Bishop to pass out the class' assignment. Michael does, and tells Zeke that Hortense is a bit of a bitch. Zeke thanks Michael, before beginning his assignment. Hortense then asks Zeke to pass a note. Though reluctant, Zeke passes it, only to be caught by the teacher. The teacher reads it and is offended. She sends Zeke to the Principal's Office, before Hilde explains that Hortense asked him to pass it, and the teacher sends Hortense.

Zeke thanks Hilde, before resuming his assignment. Madison gives Hilde the death stare, and Zeke decides to block Madison from Hilde. They all begin to work on their assignment, and Hilde begins to think harder, but cannot think. Zeke notices and asks if he could help Hilde, and the teacher allows it, as long as they don't copy off of each other. Zeke begins to help Hilde with math, and both begin to work on their assignments. Both turn them in, and Hilde thanks Zeke. Zeke then asks Hilde if she could hang out later, only for Hilde to mention that she has to practice drama afterschool. Zeke offers to come watch her, and Hilde mentions that the drama teacher probably won't allow it. Zeke mentions that he could persuade the teacher then.

In Michael's Next class, he talks to Kitto, who asks if he finished the assignment due, and Michael mentions that he has not. Kitto mentions that he doesn't know what to do, and Elietzer mentions that the assignment isn't due till the end of the class, and the teacher will give them time to work on it. Kitto thanks Elietzer before going into class. Michael and Kitto walk into class, where the teacher asks them if they did the assignment. Kitto mentions that he forgot what the assignment was, and the teacher mentions that it was to watch a movie then write down what there favorite part was. Kitto mentions that he doesn't own a television. The teacher then asks Kitto to watch a movie of his choosing in his office. Kitto thanks the teacher before going into his office.

### Lunch Break Brawl

As Michael sits down with Zeke and his friends, Vincent comes by and tells Elietzer to eat his 'burrito' elsewhere. Zeke tells Vincent to go away, as he doesn't want to be his friend. Vincent then gives Elietzer a wedgie before walking away. Edward tells Vincent to leave Elietzer alone, and Vincent calls Edward the word. Hilde, Cadence, Casey, and Michael Bishop grab their lunches and walk away, as Edward goes up to Vincent. Zeke tries to stop Ed, only to fail as Ed lands a punch on Vincent. Vincent then gets into a brawl with Ed, and Zeke is caught in the conflict. Michael Oxton and Kitto join in, and some of Vincent's friends join in too. The rest of the school flees that area of the cafeteria, as the boys begin to fight one another.

Cadence leaves to warn the Headmaster. Zan grabs out his phone and begins to record the fight, as his brother Gang joins in. Zeke is shoved out of the way by Vincent as Ed lays a punch on him. Zeke trips one of Vincent's friends, as Vincent beats Ed. Gang then performs Kung-Fu on Vincent, as the Headmaster arrives with some teachers. The Headmaster grabs Zeke and Vincent and take them to his office. Cadence then realizes she got Zeke in trouble, and tells Hilde that he's going to the Headmaster's office. Hilde mentions that the Headmaster is like a demon. Cadence ignores and leaves the cafeteria. Ed begins to clean up his mess, and Bishop asks why he couldn't hold back, and Ed mentions that he really hates Vincent.

In the Headmaster's Office, the Headmaster tells both boys off as the parents arrive. Emily asked Zeke what's wrong with him, and Zeke mentions he was trying to stop the fight before it started. The Headmaster tells Zeke that he doesn't believe him, and suspends him from school. Saddened, Zeke leaves with his mom. Cadence walks in to the Office and mentions that Zeke tried to stop the fight, and Vincent mentions that he just wanted to be Zeke's friend, and Zeke assaulted him. Cadence mentions that it's a lie. The Headmaster tells Cadence if she could find more than three people who saw it, she'll believe her. Cadence tells the Headmaster that he won't regret it. The Headmaster tells Vincent that he's free to go.

### Solitary Confinement

Cadence tells Hilde that until they could find people that saw the fight, Zeke is suspended. Hilde is disappointed, as Zeke wanted to so her practice for the play. Zeke walks out of the school, with Emily. Zeke enters Emily's car, and Emily drives off. She asks Zeke what happened, and Zeke mentions that he tried to stop a fight during lunch. Emily tells Zeke that she doesn't know what she's going to do with him. Zeke apologizes to his mother, and Emily tells him that he's going to stay in the House doing chores till he's allowed to go back to school, and that he's grounded. Zeke sheds a tear and mentions that he'll never help anyone at school again. Emily tells Zeke that he can still help people, but don't get in trouble.

In school, Cadence tells Edward that she needs 3 people to convince the Headmaster that Zeke is innocent. Ed agrees to help, and Cadence mentions that she only needs one more person. Wendy approaches Michael and mentions that she's sorry for what happened to his brother. Michael mentions that Zeke did the right thing, but is still shock that Zeke got suspended. Casey and Michael Bishop approach Cadence and tell her that they overheard her and mention that they're going to teach Vincent a lesson. Casey and Michael leave the Cafeteria. Hilde asks Cadence what Casey and Michael plan to do. Cadence mentions that she does not know, but it is probably something messed up.

Casey and Michael approach Vincent and his friends near the restroom. Michael tackles Vincent's friends, as Casey shoves Vincent into the restroom. Casey pushes him into a stall and tells him that everyone has had it with him. Vincent tells Casey to bug off, before punching him in the face. Michael is beaten by Vincent's friends, as Gang and Zan walk up to them and pull them back. Gang threatens one of Vincent's friends, as Michael thanks the brothers and enters the bathroom. He walks in, only to find Vincent walking away. He overhears Casey and enters the Stall, where he finds Casey in a wedgie. Michael offers to help Casey down from the stall. Michael gets Casey off of his wedgie, only for Casey to fall on him.

Michael tells Casey that he needs to lose some weight. Zan enters the restroom and tells the pair that the Headmaster is coming, and to run. The pair get up and walk to the door with Zan, only to be stopped by the Headmaster. The Headmaster orders the trio to go to his office. The Headmaster walks back to his office with Michael, Zan, and Casey as Hilde and Cadence watch. Cadence asks what happened, and Gang mentions that Casey and Michael tried to fight Vincent, only to lose big time. Hilde and Cadence stare at each other, with Cadence mentioning that she's not helping the boys. Cadence then walks to her next class, as Hilde approaches Ed and asks him a favor.

### Working Day

Emily drops Zeke off at home, and asks Mrs. Windsor to watch him. Mrs. Windsor asks what happened, only for Emily to tell her that Zeke was suspended. Zeke walks up the stairs, as Emily drives off. Mrs. Windsor asks Zeke what he did. Disappointed, Zeke tells Mrs. Windsor that he tried to stop a fight at school, only to get suspended by the Headmaster. Mrs. Windsor mentioned that she was bullied as a schoolgirl by a girl named "Hannah Parker", but she learned to be stronger than her bully. Zeke mentioned that the boy doesn't bully him, but bullies his friends. Mr. Windsor mentions that Jack was bullied at school for being different. Zeke asks how Jack got over it, and Mrs. Windsor mentions that Jack was also suspended from school for kicking the boy in the privates.

Emily drives down the Highway towards Northern London. Once arriving in Northern London, she parks her car and exits it, while dropping her car keys. She runs across the street towards the British Science Division and walks through the doors, only to run into them. She enters the building and is greeted by her boss, Dr. Hart. Dr. Hart mentions that she's been gone for 2 hours, and Jack walks by mentioning that she had to pick up her son from school, when he was suspended. Dr. Hart mentions that his supervisor, Dr. Doubleday is not going to be pleased with her absence. Emily is called to Dr. Doubleday's office, and Emily runs, though she trips on her high heels. Jack smirks, and Dr. Hart tells Jack to get back to work.

Emily enters Dr. Doubleday's office, where he mentions that he's on the verge of firing her for leaving work for 2 hours. Emily apologizes, and mentions that it won't happen again. Dr. Doubleday tells Emily that because of her, they are behind in production on their technologies. Emily apologizes again, before Dr. Doubleday tells Emily that she is going to have to stay late to get everyone caught up. Doubleday's assistant, Mrs. Bancroft mentions that their report isn't due till the end of the month. Dr. Doubleday tells Mrs. Bancroft that he loves to get work done early. Dr. Doubleday dismisses Emily, before leaving back to his lounge. Emily enters the Lab, where her compatriot, Dr. Fresel tells Emily something sarcastic. Emily tells Fresel to piss off.

Dr. Pretorius tells Emily that he's been given a vacation day by Dr. Doubleday. Emily calls Doubleday a twit, and Jack warns Emily to not say it out loud. Emily puts on a hard hat, and both her and Dr. Fresel enter a hangar, where scientists continue building a jet. Emily tells Fresel that she's still surprised that she's only been working for a little over a month, and has been granted many secrets to the Government's Projects. Fresel tells Emily that they don't usually let people like her get access within 2 months, but the Royal Family spoke for her. Emily spies a worker without his hat on, and Emily warns him. The worker thanks Emily, before leaving to grab a hat. Emily mentions that the Jet's Functions are still undecided, and Fresel tells Emily that he had some thoughts.

Emily asks what he had in mind, and Fresel mentions that he thought maybe the Jet could teleport. Emily asks if it's possible, and Fresel shuts up. Dr. Hart walks by and mentions that they already decided on a function: to morph into a massive Humanoid Machine. Emily asks why that, and Dr. Hart tells Emily that an Agent of G.I. Joe leaked a Memo mentioning that the United States Military might have Transforming Robots amongst their ranks. Dr. Hart mentions that if the U.S. has some, they should have better ones as well. Dr. Hart asks Emily what they should name the Project, to which Emily suggests "Project: Steel Colossus". Dr. Hart begins to write it down on a notepad.

### Free to go

Hours later, Michael Oxton returns home after saying goodbye to Wendy. Jack returns home, and Michael asks where his mom is. Jack mentions that their Director told her to stay late, so he'll be in charge of watching the children for the night. As Natalia, Annabelle, and John run to the Table, Jack places Amy-Evie in a booster seat, before asking where Zeke is. Natalia mentions that Zeke is in his room, crying. Jack asks Mrs. Windsor to watch the children, before running up to the Attic. He enters Zeke's room, and asks him what's wrong. Zeke tells Jack that he tried to stop a fight at school, and now he won't be able to keep his promise to Hilde. Jack mentions that his mother isn't home, so he doesn't have to follow her rules. Zeke asks what Jack's suggesting, and Jack tells Zeke to sneak out.

Zeke tells Jack that he doesn't want to get in trouble, and Jack tells Zeke that he'll take the blame if his mother finds out. Jack tells Zeke that he'll drop him off at school. Zeke thanks Jack and hugs him, before Jack gets up and tells Zeke to follow. Jack walks Zeke down to the garage, and shows Zeke his car. Jack and Zeke climb in, and Jack drives his car towards Zeke's school. Mrs. Windsor smiles, as Annabelle asks where Zeke and Jack are going. Mrs. Windsor mentions that Jack is going to teach Zeke on how to be a man. Mrs. Windsor tells the children that she's making Mac'n'cheese, to which the children cheer. Mrs. Windsor then goes to the cabinet, and doesn't find a Mac'n'Cheese packet. Mrs. Windsor tells the children that they're having vegetables instead, to which the children begin to cry.

### The Legend of The Steinkonig

Jack arrives at the school and drops Zeke off. Zeke thanks Jack, before Jack tells Zeke to be careful and drives off. Zeke runs through the school, and spies Cadence in a classroom. Zeke walks in the classroom and asks what's wrong, and Cadence remains quiet, but tries to warn Zeke. Zeke asks what she's trying to say, only to be caught by The Headmaster. The Headmaster drags Zeke back to his office. The Headmaster tells Zeke to remain where he's at, before The Headmaster grabs the phone. Zeke looks around, as The Headmaster calls Emily, only to fail. As The Headmaster tries again, Zeke runs out of the Office. Frustrated, The Headmaster runs after Zeke. Zeke runs down the Hall with the Headmaster in pursuit.

Zeke searches for the Auditorium, as The Headmaster chases after him. He passes by the Janitor, and The Headmaster slips on the wet flooring. Zeke then runs through the Cafeteria, and towards the Auditorium. He enters the auditorium, where he watches as Hilde, Sadie, and Mira are on stage. A fellow student named Alex Spencer. Zeke watches as Hilde practices her role as "Princess Sieglinde", and Alex as "King Donar". King Donar approaches Princess Sieglinde and warns her that the Prophecy is upon them, and they need an army to defend the German Kingdom. Sieglinde tells Donar that her mother has told her of a Legend of a King made of Stone: Steinkonig. Donar orders his knights to search the German Kingdom for the Steinkonig.

The Knights and King Donar travel the Kingdom looking for the Steinkonig. As Zeke watches, Hilde spies him in the back of the auditorium and signals Zeke to meet her backstage. Zeke travels Backstage and meets with Hilde. Zeke asks what's going on, and is told by Hilde that she's in a play called "Legend of the Steinkonig", which tells the Tale of King Donar, who led a German Army into War before he had Castle Wolfenstein constructed. Zeke asks why they're telling a Play about German History, and Hilde mentions that the drama teacher, Frau Spellmeyer is from Germany. Frau Spellmeyer calls Hilde back to stage, and Hilde says goodbye to Zeke, before running back to the stage.

Hilde gets on stage and begins to say her lines, only to be stopped by Frau Spellmeyer. Frau Spellmeyer asks Hilde why she was late to her cue, and Hilde stutters. Frau Spellmeyer tells Hilde to spill it out, before Zeke walks on stage and tells Frau Spellmeyer that she was talking to him. Frau Spellmeyer asks who the hell Zeke is, and Alex tells Zeke to get off the stage. Zeke tells Frau Spellmeyer to calm down, before The Headmaster spots him. Zeke then runs out of the Auditorium, as Alex, Hilde, and Frau Spellmeyer watch. Frau Spellmeyer tells Hilde and Alex to resume their lines. Zeke runs out of the Auditorium, only to be caught by The Headmaster. The Headmaster drags Zeke back to the front doors of the school and tosses him out.

### The Surprise

Zeke begins to walk home, as Jack drives by. Jack offers Zeke a ride home, and Zeke gets into Jack's car. Upon the ride, Jack asked how it went. Zeke mentions that he was caught by the Headmaster, ran out of his office and made it to the Auditorium, before being caught by The Headmaster again and tossed out. Jack mentions that he saw The Headmaster kick him out and mentions that The Headmaster is a complete Twit. In the Office, The Headmaster is approached by his son, Vincent. Vincent asks where his father went, before Headmaster Parker mentions that the boy who got in trouble came back from suspension. Both hear a creak, and Headmaster Parker spies Cadence, who runs out of the Office and out of the school.

Cadence runs down the street, yelling out Zeke's name. Headmaster Parker and Vincent run out of the school and Vincent runs after Cadence. Cadence sees Vincent chasing after her and tries to run faster. Cadence runs through several street corners, before making it to Zeke's house. She rings the doorbell rapidly, and Mrs. Windsor approaches the door. She opens it, and Cadence faints from exhaustion. Mrs. Windsor tells Zeke that she has a visitor. Vincent appears at Zeke's doorsteps, before running back to the School. Cadence wakes up and is asked if she is okay. She reassures Zeke and apologizes to him. Zeke asks why, and Cadence mentions that she was the one who got him in trouble.

Cadence mentions that she learned something surprising. Zeke asks what it is, and Cadence mentions that she learned that The Headmaster is Vincent's father. Shocked, Zeke asks why The Headmaster let's his son be a complete ass. Cadence mentions that she has no clue, as Mrs. Windsor tells Zeke to watch his language. Zeke apologizes, before telling Cadence that they should send a complaint to the Schoolboard, asking to fire Headmaster Parker. Cadence agrees, before Zeke asks if she needs a glass of water. Cadence takes up Zeke's offer and gets a glass of water. After Cadence drinks a glass of water, she says goodbye to Zeke before leaving the Oxton Household.

Cadence arrives home, only to be told by her father Krzys that she's grounded. Cadence asks why, and her mother tells her that they received a call from Headmaster Parker, being told that she skipped detention, and is being suspended. Cadence mentions that she did skip detention, but it was only to tell her friend something she learned. Demelza tells Cadence that she doesn't want to hear it, and tells Cadence to go to her room. Frustrated, Cadence marches to her room. Cadence grabs her phone and prepares to text Hilde, before Demelza asks for her phone. Frustrated, Cadence giver her mother her phone, before Demelza leaves the room. Cadence then jumps onto her bed, blowing off steam.

Zeke grabs his phone and texts Hilde. He texts her that The Headmaster is Vincent's father. At school, Hilde sees the text after packing up in the Auditorium Changing Rooms. She begins to text back, as Alex knocks on her door. She tells Alex to go away, and Alex mentions that Frau Spellmeyer is wanting to talk to her. Hilde exits the room with her belongings and walks to Frau Spellmeyer. Frau Spellmeyer tells Hilde that she can't have friends while preparing for her cue. Hilde mentions that her friend was suppose to come and watch, but he got suspended. Frau Spellmeyer asks why he was suspended. Hilde mentions that Zeke got into a fight with the Headmasters son.

Frau Spellmeyer asks who the Headmaster's son is, and Hilde mentions Vincent. Surprised, Frau Spellmeyer mentions that it explains why Vincent always acts like an ass. Frau Spellmeyer tells Hilde that prior to Production on the Play, Vincent came and destroyed a good chunk of the sets the Art students made. Hilde asks why he did that, and Frau Spellmeyer asks if she's serious. Hilde asks what they're going to do, and Frau Spellmeyer tells Hilde to meet her at "Master's" tomorrow after school. Hilde asks why not now, and Frau Spellmeyer mentions that it's already late. Spellmeyer tells Hilde to go home and start preparing. Hilde asks to prepare for what, and Spellmeyer mentions War with the Schoolboard.

Hilde leaves the school and walks to Zeke's home. Jack opens the door, and Hilde asks if she could see Zeke. Mrs. Windsor tells Hilde that Zeke is grounded, and Hilde mentions that Zeke was suspended under "Illegal Actions". Mrs. Windsor asks what Hilde means, and Hilde tells Mrs. Windsor that she can't tell anyone but Zeke. Mrs. Windsor invites Hilde in, and Zeke comes down from the Attic. Hilde tells Mrs. Windsor that The Headmaster of the school is the Bully's father. Mrs. Windsor asks what it has to do with anything, and Hilde mentions that The Headmaster allows his son to bully anyone, and won't do a thing about it. Hilde mentions that she and Frau Spellmeyer are going to war with the School District to have Headmaster Parker fired.

Hilde tells them that she is hoping if the Oxtons will help them protest, and Zeke mentions that Vincent's actions will not go unseen. Zeke agrees to help, and Michael and Wendy agree as well. Hilde asks Wendy who she is, and Wendy mentions that she's Michael's friend. Hilde welcomes Wendy to the Movement, and Wendy mentions that her cousin is an ass, and would like to see him go to a different High School, if not a different City. Wendy mentions that she'll contact some of her friends, and Hilde thanks Wendy. Zeke mentions that he'll get ready for tomorrow. Mrs. Windsor asks Jack what they're going to tell Emily, and Jack mentions that they're going to avoid telling her. Hilde and Wendy then leave the Oxton Household.

At the Laboratory, Emily begins to grow weary, and Dr. Hart tells Emily that they need to finish a few files, before they can go home. Emily mentions that she can't wait to see her children again. Dr. Hart mentions that they should hurry with the files, as Dr. Doubleday sometimes accidentally locks some scientists in the building before they go home for the night. Worried, Emily begins to hurry. She types fast and begins to make errors, as Dr. Hart takes it nice and slow. Emily struggles to fix her errors, before Dr. Hart mentions that he's done with his Files. Emily finishes her files and saves them, before shutting off the machine. She then grabs her purse and keys, before running to the door, only to find herself locked in with Dr. Hart.

Emily tells Dr. Hart that she's going to send a complaint to Human Resources, and Dr. Hart mentions that she would have to speak with the overall Director of the Division, the Prime Minister himself. Emily grabs her phone and texts Prince Charles, asking him for help. Prince Charles texts Emily that he'll send some. Emily asks Dr. Hart if this has happened before, and he replies by mentioning that almost everyone has suffered the experience. Dr. Hart asks Emily what she likes to do on her free time, and Emily mentions that she doesn't know, as she's busy working when she's not attending her Children. Dr. Hart mentions that he usually spends his nights in the Lab's Afterhours, waiting for the next day.

### October 3, 2008

Zeke wakes up and gets out of bed. Zeke brushes his teeth and gets dressed. He grabs his phone and heads out the door, and Mrs. Windsor tells Zeke to have fun. Zeke runs to Hilde's house and rings the Doorbell. Hilde answers and mentions that she's ready. Both run to School, and await Frau Spellmeyer. Frau Spellmeyer arrives in her car and asks the pair if they're ready, to which they comply. Frau Spellmeyer tells them to get in her car, and both do so. Frau Spellmeyer then drives her car to Downtown London. Zeke steps out of the car and looks to the height of Big Ben. Frau Spellmeyer mentions that the other students are awaiting them around the corner.

Zeke and Hilde walk around the corner to find several students protesting. Zeke mentions that Wendy actually did it, as both are greeted by Michael Oxton. Zeke then picks up a sign with Hilde and begins to protest. A news van arrives and Holly Bentsen reports that students of Kingsing Elementary School are protesting the behavior of Headmaster Elijah Parker, and ask for the Headmaster to be fired. Holly interviews Headmaster Parker, who mentions that the students are just harassing his son, who happens to attend the school. Holly asks him what he plans to do, and Parker mentions that he doesn't know, as the students will only postpone their education. Holly thanks Parker for his time, before asking to Interview Vincent.

Vincent tells Holly that he doesn't understand why so many students want his father to lose his job, and that he hopes the protesting ends soon. Holly thanks Vincent, before moving on to Ezekiel-Amadeus. Zeke mentions that they're protesting Headmaster Parker only because his son has been allowed to bully everyone at school and get away with it due to Elijah Parker. Vincent mentions that it's not true, before Ed comes in and gets in a fight with Vincent. Zeke tries to pull Ed off of Vincent, as some students begin to attack Vincent. Vincent is grabbed by a bystander and taken away, while crying from pain. Zeke mentions that he wishes some people would be civilized about protesting.

At the Laboratory, Emily wakes up with Dr. Hart as Dr. Doubleday opens the doors. She wonders why no help came last night, and Dr. Doubleday mentions that they are both suspended from their jobs. Emily mentions that they did their jobs, and he locked them in. Dr. Doubleday tells Emily that he doesn't care, and orders her to go home. Emily leaves, angered, as Dr. Hart tells Doubleday that he can't keep locking employees in. Doubleday tells Dr. Hart that he'll do what he pleases. Dr. Hart then leaves the building, and Dr. Doubleday tells Mrs. Bancroft to find new employees for Hart and Emily's jobs. Mrs. Bancroft mentions that they were right, and Doubleday threatens to fire her.

Frau Spellmeyer approaches Headmaster Parker and tells him that he's done nothing to improve his sons' behavior, and Headmaster Parker tells her that he'll fire her when the Protesting is over. Frau Spellmeyer tells Parker to give it his all. Headmaster Parker enters the Building, as Vincent leaves the site. Frau Spellmeyer then enters the School District Building, with Hilde, Zeke, and Cadence continuing to Protest. Frau Spellmeyer approaches the School District Council and demands for something to be done about Elijah Parker. Head Councilwoman Margaret Thatcher tells Frau Spellmeyer that she needs a cause besides Vincent Parker's terror over the school. Frau Spellmeyer mentions that Vincent has destroyed sets for the school drama class, which was granted to them for the schoolyear.

Frau Spellmeyer mentions that on some days she sees Vincent bullying and harassing other children, but he's never been sent to detention. Councilwoman Thatcher asks if it's more about Parker or his son, and Frau Spellmeyer mentions that Headmaster Parker has also cut funding on school subjects, even Physical Education. Thatcher asks for Physical proof, and Frau Spellmeyer hands her an envelope of recent cuts from School Funding. Thatcher then asks for Headmaster Parker to come forth, and Headmaster Parker does so. Thatcher asks him about the cuts, and Elijah tells her that the Students have shown disobedience, and have damaged school property.

Frau Spellmeyer tells Elijah because it was caused by his son. Elijah mentions that his son suffers from a severe form of ADHD, and Frau Spellmeyer mentions that he's suppose to send him to Special Education classes. Elijah mentions that the school doesn't have any Special Education Programs, and Spellmeyer mentions that it's because he cut the program altogether. Elijah begins to yell at Spellmeyer and mentions that she has no right to come forth with accusations, and Thatcher orders Elijah to silence. Thatcher tells both individuals to exit the room, and both do so. Councilwoman Thatcher asks Councilman Ross what he thinks. Ross mentions that he sides with Parker, as Spellmeyer is in no position to make the accusations.

Outside, Zeke tells Hilde that he hopes Parker is fired. Cadence mentions that she's surprised her parents allowed her to come to the Protest, considering that she's grounded. Wendy mentions that she played with Vincent once, and he was a bit of a ruffian. Zeke mentions that Vincent was annoying him, wanting to be friends when Zeke didn't want to. Hilde leaves to use the restroom, as Zeke is found by Emily. Emily drags Zeke out of the crowd, and Zeke mentions that he's protesting the actions of Headmaster Parker. Emily mentions that she doesn't care, and tells Zeke that he's grounded. Zeke begs Emily, and mentions that Headmaster Parker was letting his son bully everyone.

Emily tells Zeke that they're going home, and Zeke manages to escape his mother's grip and flee into the crowd. Emily tries to find Zeke, and Zeke manages to run further into the crowd. Emily gives up and prepares to leave. She finds Michael, Natalia, and Annabelle protesting and asks why they're protesting. Natalia mentions that Zeke was suspended to keep a bully in school. Emily tells her children that they're leaving, and her children ignore. Emily tells them that they're too young to protest, and Annabelle tells her that their cause is bigger. A Protester tells Emily that The Headmaster of the Kingsing Elementary School had been cutting funds and programs just to keep his son in the school.

Emily begins to think and walks back to her children. She picks up Natalia and raises her. She begins to protest with her children. Zeke then reunites with Cadence and Arthur and continues protesting. Hilde returns from the restroom and mentions that she doesn't feel so good. Ed, Michael Bishop, Kitto, Elietzer, Zan, Gang, Sadie, Mira, and Wendy begin to protest alongside the four. Inside, Spellmeyer tells Elijah that she can hear the protesting. Elijah tells Spellmeyer to be quiet, and Councilman Ross tells both to come in. Both return to the Council Room. Councilwoman Thatcher informs the pair that the Case is allowed to open, but they need to find an appropriate leader for the Claim.

Frau Spellmeyer tells the Council that she doesn't know anyone that could take over. Elijah chuckles, and Frau Spellmeyer mentions that she was the one to make the claim in response to the complaints made by many students. Councilwoman Thatcher tells Spellmeyer that if she doesn't find someone, she'll have to end the Case in favor of Elijah. Spellmeyer begins to think, and someone offers to take up the Case. Spellmeyer asks Mr. Donatowicz why he's coming now, and Krzys tells Spellmeyer that his daughter told him that the school was gonna be shut down. Elijah mentions that he's heard of Mr. Donatowicz, and that he's a Right's Activist, and a Lawyer. Krzys tells Elijah that the War has begun.

TO BE CONTINUED...

## Featured Characters

* Oxton Family
	+ Emily Oxton
	+ Ezekiel-Amadeus Oxton
	+ Michael Oxton
	+ Mrs. Windsor
	+ Jack Windsor
	+ Natalia Oxton
	+ Annabelle Oxton
	+ John Oxton
	+ Amy-Evie Oxton
* Wendy North
* Hortense Munson
* Hildegard von Zidlitz-Holmes/ Princess Sieglinde
* Michael Bishop
* Madison Pickle
* Kitto Hammett
* Elietzer Abbott-Chaves
* Vincent Parker
* Edward Knight
* Cadence Donatowicz
* Casey Sparks
* Vincent's friends
* Zan Hu
* Gang Hu
* Headmaster Elijah Parker
* Dr. Hart
* Dr. Doubleday
* Mrs. Rita Bancroft
* Dr. Fresel
* Dr. Pretorius
* Sadie Botha
* Mira Rao
* Alex Spencer/ King Donar
* Frau Spellmeyer
* Headmaster Parker
* Krzys Donatowicz
* Demelza Audley
* Holly Bentsen
* London Educational Council
	+ Councilwoman Margaret Thatcher
	+ Councilman Thaddeus Ross
* Arthur Smith

## Soundtrack

* "We Are Gonna Be Friends" by The White Stripes
* "Kreis" by Nena (...maybe)
* "A Little help from my Friends" by The Beatles

## Notes

* Characters introduced: Hortense Munson, Madison Pickle, Kitto Hammett, Vincent Parker, Dr. Doubleday, Dr. Hart, Mrs. Rita Bancroft, Dr. Fresel, Dr. Pretorious, Krzys Donatowicz, Demelza Audley
* I just thought of it at the top of my head, but Kitto not having a Television might bring some diversity to what some people have and don't have.
* I'm trying to write Vincent Parker in as a complete ass. One of the few Bullies the Oxtons would see throughout the series.
* Dr. Hart was previously written in as a character in the *Brotherhood of Clones* series, as the man who cloned Ezekiel-Amadeus.
* The G.I. Joe agent who leaked information about "Transforming Robots" was David Bennet, AKA Big Ben.
* Project: Steel Colossus is also in reference to the Transformers.
* Castle Wolfesntein is mentioned, and here it is told that it was constructed under orders from King Donar.
* Krzys Donatowicz and Demelza Audley are Cadence's Parents. Krzys is of Polish Origin, while Demelza was Born a Londoner to a troubled Childhood.
* The name of the School Zeke goes to is called "Kinsing Elementary".
* It might be by coincidence, but Thaddeus Ross just so happens to be the name of General Thaddeus Ross, who is the Red Hulk from the Comics.