The Penultimate Superhero RP (IC)

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Cantina was moving along the hallway when she suddenly heard someone call out to her which caused her to turn around in surprise. No one in the school really spoke with her let alone knew her name. Most always called her 'Cat' for short when they couldn't remember her full first name. Yet, there was someone who knew it and said it without missing a single vowel and it was the girl that came to class late. Cantina couldn't help but look around to see if she had accidently called out to the wrong person but noticed how no one was paying the any attention. Looking at the girl once more, Cantina nodded. "Yes, Its Cantina. And you're Xiang right? I hope I said it correctly." Since the girl had pronounced her name correctly, she wanted to make sure that she did the same and not mess up by saying it wrong.

'I wonder what she wants..I've never really talked to her so this is random...' Cantina could help her thoughts as she stared at the girl with curious eyes. Even though the two were classmates, they always seemed to keep their distance from everyone around them which included each other. In a way, the two were a lot alike but never seemed to come in contact with one another, until today. Perhaps Cantina would make a friend today? "Can I help you with something?" She did her best to flash her a small smile in order to be somewhat friendly. She didn't need any more enemies in school, instead she need some friends or allies.
 
Soon after the lesson concluded, the school bell rung. Dylan's face lit up excitedly, knowing that he would be heading to Science class next. As much as Dylan enjoyed his history class, second period science was even better. Today, they would be going on a field trip to the world renowned OSCORP building to join a tour led by the CEO and founder himself, Jonathan Osborn. Osborn was a role model to Dylan, everything he did was amazing beyond measure. His crack team led by ingenious chemists, inventors, and anyone else specializing in the multiple fields in science, was outstanding and thought by most to be the best in the entire world. Dylan had only seen the laboratories and inside of the building when it appeared on television. The exterior, however, everybody in New York could clearly see. The height of the building alone rivalled that of the Empire State Building and let everybody know the name "Osborn". Jonathan had built himself an empire from nothing and was now one of the richest and most powerful men in the world. Not bad for an entrepreneur. As the students exited the classroom, a gust of wind from a nearby window blew a scrap piece of paper from the recycling bin into Dylan's face. Quickly pulling it off, Dylan examined the artistic design of what appeared to be a red spider symbol. Why would somebody throw this out? Its really good.. You know, for a basic sketch.. he thought with a shrug before shoving the paper into his bag. If nobody wanted it, then he might as well take it. After all, it might come in use later if he had to give his "Arachne" essay a title page.

Scampering onto the bus, it didn't take long before the class got rolling. Dylan didn't really speak with anybody and just say quietly by his window, looking out as they exited Queens and quickly travelled to the OSCORP Building. Thankfully, traffic wasn't too bad (considering they were in New York, a regular trip normally took twenty minutes more thanks to the sea of cars constantly on the road) so they made it in record time. As everyone climbed off the bus, Dylan stared up at the massive green structure before them. It was shaped similar to that of a scythe, with a sharpened top and a thin base. Taking out the quality camera from his backpack, Dylan began to snap a few photos for the Bugle. After all, interesting stuff was always happening at OSCORP. Just last week there were reports that some kind of military hovercraft built as OSCORP had been stolen by a weirdo in a orange suit. However, the reports were negative because the culprit was actually an automated robot to test the machines capabilities. Despite the rumours of theft being false, the stories published as a result still made the Bugle a considerable profit. Looking around as he continued to take photos, Dylan came across a fiery red haired girl he knew from his history class and smiled. "Hey, do you mind if I get your picture in front of OSCORP? Its for the school paper. I just need a student in it." Dylan asked politely, hoping that she would say yes. To him, the best quality picture for print meant a much better report. What's a story without compelling visuals?

While the red haired girl responded, Dylan studied the building a little more and pointed up towards the roof. "Did you know that this entire building was built in the 80's by Jonathan Osborn as a tribute to his father? Originally it was going to be the "Norman Osborn Building", but it was dedicated in his name after it became OSCORP. That's why the gargoyle up on the roof there looks so weird: its actually a statue of Norman Osborn. Jonathan put it up there as a kind of joke, claiming his dad always loved the skyline of New York." Dylan explained, adjusting the glasses on his face as he spoke. Short and simple, Dylan was a nerd and knew way more then he should have about very pointless things.
 
As everyone got on the bus, Zatanna sat inside near the window while Slade sat beside her. Damian sat behind them alone -as he selfishly wanted to- quietly as zatanna and Slade got to know each other. Once they made it, everyone got out and were outside OSCORP looking in awe and amazement.

"Wow, pretty... Big whoop!" Scoffed Damian arms crossed sarcastically."Can we get to the tour of the lesson now or what? Looking in awe isn't even part of the lesson, it's not teaching us anything." The boy said bitterly. The class slowly walked inside and the same thing was repeated. The look of awes, blah blah blah. It personally annoyed Damian, becoming much bothersome to him especially the noises of cameras or their occasional flashes while zatanna pretty much stuck beside Slade.

"Some building." Zatanna muttered looking around. Something didn't feel right, she sensed and knew that something bad was going to happen before and the girl places a hand over her chin, her thumb wrapping under her chin and pointing finger resting over her lips as she slowly looked around in caution. She was sure something bad was going to happen, and she also felt weird and out of place suddenly... It was such a strange feeling, she just didn't feel human anymore but shakes it off. What she didn't know was that soon her powers would magically, actually work today.

"OSCORP. Only one of the high and rich science labs." Zatanna said looking over her shoulder calmly as she raised an eyebrow unamused at the teacher."Why are we even here? Just to look around with a guide?" She muttered."Why not a tour at one of Wayne's many companies? Casinos, arcades, offices, his even better science labs." She retorts."Do you know even know how hard it is to tour one of the Wayne companies? Buildings, factories, industries, and all that crap?" Damian said arms crossed."Moreover, I'm pretty sure it's hard to schedule for a day considering how freaking busy it instantly gets for slots already filled." Added the boy sulking. The Wayne's were known to be powerfully rich, richer than disney and more known.
Then disney. One could say, that company rules the world, and always will. Zatanna shrugged and raised her eyebrows."Just saying." She mumbles then looks up at Slade."Any comments on this trip? You've been quiet.." She said poking at his arm to get his attention.
 
Slade kept quiet during most of the trip... OSCORP were his previous contractors, he did not want to say much about them 'nor did he want to see any of them. He looked at the large tall building that he visited so often that it made it boring for him to look at it, large Sci-Fi-ish labs with who knows what sick experiments in them. He still remembers the time they wanted him to put down that 8 feet dog, their explanation... it was a lab pet. As they arrived he looked at Damien and his foolish words... he did not know what was he even saying, the world is a much larger place than he thinks, numerous companies that are larger than Wayne's and OSCORP combined existed.

He looked at Zatanna and smiled "Oh, not except that it's boring to see this place over and over again." he chuckled at her "How about you? Your first time visiting this place?" he smiled again and looked at her before turning towards the building itself, his phone rang and he slowly pulled it out; that stupid iPhone ringtone that almost everyone had was being very annoying to him... he didn't like that he couldn't change it "Sorry I got to take this." he walked a step or two away from Zatanna and Damien and answered "Yes?" -1.5 billion, elimination contract, one month for completion, yes or no?- the voice spoke from the other side "Target?" -CEO of Colt Industries, Premium Supplier of Weapons to the US Army- "Accept." he hang up and returned to Zatanna "Sorry about that, work sometimes get's in the way."
 
"Oh, not except that it's boring to see this place over and over again." Slade responded. Zatanna looked up at him."Oh, really?" She said. Though she shouldn't be surprised as he was definitely in his mid or late twenties or something and he chuckled."How about you? Your first time visiting this place?" Asked the male. Zatanna tilted her head left and white."Errr.. Kind of. My parents have taken me here maybe once or twice about business and shows for the people here and whatnot... Shows for the guy who runs the place, right in his office." She said correcting and clarifying her words mid sentence.

Soon she heard the abrupt ringing of an iPhone nearby around her. She looked around at her surroundings then came to the conclusion to look up at Slade who excused himself to take the call. "Oh, go ahead. No worries." Smiled zatanna shrugging and she turned back to the classmates.

"Tch, some friend." Scoffed Damian arms crossed and whispering over to Zee."Yeah, something you don't have." Retorted Zatanna. Damian stayed quiet and Slade went back to Zatanna."Sorry about that, work sometimes get's in the way." He said. Damian looked at Slade then walked away quietly."By the way, I'll be taking the public bus home." He said to zatanna following the group."K, and it's fine really Slade."Zatanna said chuckling as she followed the group as well.
 
Cantina stared at the girl as she waited but drifted her eyes towards the science class. She didn't want to risk missing out on going on the field trip so she quickly excused herself and darted off towards the classroom feeling a bit guilty about leaving the girl behind but simple shook it off. 'I'll talk to her after the trip..Yea that should be good enough.' With that thought in mind, Cantina walked into the classroom and took her seat near the front this time instead of the near back like her previous class. She was eager to get the show on the road and head over towards the largest corporations in the whole world and get to meet some of the most known scientist! It was difficult for her to contain her excitement at the sight of the teacher walking in and taking a quick attendance of the class before escorting them towards the bus outside. 'Finally!!! OSCORP here we come!' On the exterior, Cantina remained calm and collected but on the inside she was screaming like a fangirl who was about to meet the most popular singer in the world.

As the girl onto the bus, she glanced around to see a couple of familiar faces and some that she wished she didn't see. It seemed like stick up his ass Damian was also going on the field trip along with his sister and the older gentlemen that stuck around the two. 'Talk about creeper alert...Sheesh isn't he in his late twenties or something?' It was so odd to her that Slade was actually sticking around with the two younger siblings and was being friends with Damian or better yet, had the patience to deal with him and his smart mouth. However, it was his choice and she wasn't going to be interfer, instead, she silently saluted the brave man and turned her eyes towards the window as the bus finally began to move. Within minutes, the bus had arrived at the large building known as OSCORP and Cantina nearly flew out of the bus when the door opened for the students to exit out of the vehicle.

"Oh wow..I's so much bigger in person..." Her breath was taken away as she stared at the large building standing in front of her and couldn't help but actually smile widely. At the moment, Cantina was so distracted that she didn't even realize when Dylan came up to her asking her for a picture and stared up at the building with her. "Huh..? A picture..?" She was surprised by the sudden question and couldn't help but take a step back while trying to hide the light blush that appeared on her fair skin. "W-wouldn't you prefer someone prettier? Having me in the picture would ruin the photo of OSCORP." Despite her tough exterior, Cantina always found herself lost for words when it came to talking to other people, especially if they were of the opposite sex. Even though she was shy about the sudden question, she began to relax when Dylan began talking about the building and knew about its origin in the design. "Ha, Redhead is right you know. You should take a picture of a much prettier girl instead of this tomboy who can't even dress right." The two were suddenly interrupted by none other than Jasmine Braxton, also know as the most popular girl in the school with a nasty attitude.

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The blonde haired girl walked up to the two in disgust, she hated the sight of nerdy loser but hated seeing Cantina the most. It was incredible how the two were once such good friends in elementary but quickly became enemies in middle school and high school. Luck just so had it that Jasmines father, the godfather of the New York mafia, happened to be the same man that Cantina and her family put in jail by giving the police evidence against him. Because of Cantina big mouth, her beloved father was now serving time in jail and left her alone while Cantina ran back with her mother and younger sister. Their friendship was rocky with the fact that Jasmines father was collecting the debt Cat's father left behind but was broken apart when Jasmine found out what her ex-friend had done. Even though the gang knew who the snitch was, they were ordered by her father to stay away from Cantina family and avoid causing any trouble while he was locked up.

However, Jasmines father never said anything about not making the girls life at school a living hell so she made damn sure that it was. "Aw you know, you two nerds kinda look cute together. A nerdy couple who like boring stuff since they don't have a very interesting life. Its quite sad really but oh well." It was Jasmines usually routine, pick on Cantina and anyone who dared surround themselves around her and scare them off in order to have her be a loner with no friends. Everyone knew of the dangerous power Jasmine had and were wise enough to know that making her mad would guarantee a hit on you.​
 
Dylan smiled at the flustered Cantina's comment and shrugged as she spoke. Then, when Jasmine approached them, he took a deep breath. Jasmine and he had never really been on good terms, especially after what happened in the past. In the first year of high school, they were an item. Nobody really knew why a smoking hot girl would date a nerdy guy, but Dylan knew the answer: Because she wanted somebody who treated her like a person as opposed to an object. Her past boyfriends had all been the same, but Dylan was different. However, it wasn't meant to be. Especially after she started getting involved with other activities such as extensive partying and sleeping around. Dylan couldn't be a part of that and was actually one of the few guys to break up with her rather then it being the other way around. This was an important fact in why their relationship was still damaged: she didn't get the chance to break his heart and instead, had her heart broken.

"You know what, Jas? You're absolutely right. I'll start searching for the girl who's prettier then the one I last spoke to." Dylan nodded with a smile before he turned around and walked away. He looked around for a few seconds before his eyes landed on Cantina again. Walking towards her and adjusting his glasses, Dylan cleared her throat and asked "Excuse me, Cantina right? Would you mind taking a photo in front of the OSCORP building for the school paper? I need a girl prettier then the one I just spoke to.". As he finished speaking, he cast a glance towards Jasmine that clearly said "piss off". "It won't take long and you don't need to change anything. You're photo ready, if I may say so myself. The camera loves you, it absolutely loves you!"
 
Slade chuckled when she mentioned how she had visit the place. He often glanced at Damien as he and his awful behavior would most often give remarks about the place or him, but being the adult in the situation he often overlooked his clicks and issues and simply ignored him, knowing he was not taught any different... if he actually had parents to teach him anything. He smiled at Zatanna "Yeah, I appologize again, work tends to be in the way off lot of things, especially in my line of work." he chuckled and then turned to look at a bunch of kids that seemed to be arguing, a blonde, a redhead and that Dylan kid that was in class with him. He looked at Zatanna "Let's check what's going on, it might cause a drama and we would want to avoid that now don't we." he smiled at her and walked over to the bunch of kids that were arguing.

He looked at Dylan "What's going on?" he turned to the blonde "Why are you all arguing here?" he paused and crossed his arms; his bulky figure seemed to make him stick out like a thorn amongst them, he didn't want, or liked playing the older dude in situation but he just wanted to get this shit all over with smoothly as possible and continue on with his work. But sometimes you needed to get your arms dirty to get things clean. He turned to the redhead "Care to shed some light on what's going on?" he paused and overlooked at the other two.
 
Zatanna followed after Slade who decided to go check out the small drama he noticed and heard more keenly then her. Zatanna crossed h arms raising an eyebrow."I don't think we should interfere, kind of.." She whispered behind him. His height literally blocking hers as he stand Infront of her. Zatanna merely tippy toed then stepped off to the side to stand beside him and grinned at the others."Hey guys." She simply said shrugging and giving them a smile."What's the problem? Like what he said." She asks using her thumb to quickly point beside her at Slade.
 
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