Roll Came out the door, free clothes  all washed up, his  backpack with him.

  everything straightened up?.... clothes in the Landry bin?

  Roll  thought for a moment, then ran  back in, and a few minutes later came out..I made sure the bathroom was  cleaned up...

  Ok, Lets go to the Rec dec   and wait for Nikki, then i have to  do some stuff on the hanger Dec,

 Roll Nodded and they began to walk, one of the Older  Kids  came over, Civie  Kid.Hey!  Shadow! why you  hanging with the twerp?

 That's...MR  Shadow, or LC to you...KID., You're in luck? you get to have a Life lesson right now....depending on how much  you learn from it  , could  change your whole life..

  The Kid  gave  Shadow a  smart assed sneer.

 There was the kid in New York... his mom, once a week , takes him to this nice playground, about  10 blocks  form thier   neighborhood...  The  Mom would go to a store there to get  stuff for  them to  eat for  supper, and let her Kid play....some of the Kids there?  they didn't like this  kid..little, older clothes... they would  pick on him, hit  him, push him around...It got to the point where the kid told his Mom, "i don't want to go there"... His Mom says," you need to ..you need to show people you belong.."

 The   kid stood  with his smartassed look, his  Buddies  behind him a few steps  laughing, what they didn't notice  , were 6  or so  'Stem Kids',  closing in on the area.

 ..so this Kid?..he  decides, he's going to make  a difference..right? Some Little girl gets pushed down by the trouble makers..and he  goes  running over and tries to tackle   the kid who pushed her... these bully types?.. were about  5-6 years older then him.. they beat the heck out of the Kid.... Kid's mom sees  him crying , sitting in the mulch, the  little girl  sitting next to him..the little girl tells the Mom what happened.. the Mom  just nods, and they go home.

 The Next time.... the  bullies  are at it  again, another Little  boy is  pushed around, a toy stole from him.. the kid  rushes  in, gets beat up again..The Mom comes back  and see the other  little boy and His Mom , and they tell her what happens

 this goes on for  a month or  so.... and then the  Kid wizens  up....This  time, a little Girl is pushed  around  and is  crying...alot of the Kids looked to this kid, but he doesn't do anything .... not right away. He waits, the bullies  think 'the kid has learned his lesson'..Until one of them  are Up on the Sliding Board, and this    kid runs over   climbs up  and  Pushed Him ff.. then  jumps on him from the top...the bully got a broken leg, and the Kid  still kept punching him...the bullies buddies  tried to help, but all these little kids   swarmed around  them and they  Ran....a policemen came and  called the    ambulance.. no one  said  a thing about what happened....The Bullies  never came to that playground again...

 Then Shadows  eyes  shift to the Stem kids  who had gathered around...You might have lived here for a long time, or think you are  better  then some of the kids, because you have a pair  of parents.....but take a look around.... Those  kids looking at you and your Buddies?...They had to kill people, to save thier friends...or to save thier lives? So..mr wise=assed kid...think about this...This lesson i just gave you? there is only two grades...pass...or fail...and you damn well, don't want to fail.

 The  three  older  kids moved off, Shadow  grinned at the stem Kids...Go ask your parents, if its ok, meet me on the Rec dec...  stem kids took off  in all directions... Roll was laughing..

 Did you know that kid you talked about?

 yeah... he and I  were pretty close...

 Roll  to  REC DEC>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
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<=== from Rec Dec and short stop in Officers Quarters

Haley had some of her things and schoolwork in her backpack, including one of her stuffed toys.  She skipped along with Nikki and Roll back towards his home after stopping at the Bodega grocery store.  Haley thought it was cool.  Apparently it was open nearly all the time so people working odd hours could shop too.  They took a bit of time and got some things Roll could easily make or heat up.  She bought a few things to make breakfast.  Then they headed to Mortica and Rolls place.
Once there roll let them in.  She looked about and the place was rather clean, but could use a bit more.  She knew kids did not always have eyesight for dirt and grime.  She tossed out a few spoiled things.  Nikki explained that eating such could make him sick.  Then began putting the groceries away.  She had Haley sit at the breakfast bar and do her homework.  She helped Roll to and how to make at least nutritious foods, and the hows and whys of what could go in the gamma wave.  She managed to skillfully get Roll to read a few things like 'toast' setting so he could make toast or something else warm.  He had juice and milk and explain expiration dates on things.  She got him peanut butter and bread, some honey.  If anything she explained that he could make toast with peanut butter and honey.  give him protein and some carbs for energy. There was butter and she told him about buttered toast with cinnamon and sugar.  She sat things on the counter or in lower cabinets so he could reach and got down some light weight plates so he didn't have to climb, explaining he could get hurt.  Tomorrow morning instead of the fluffy pancakes she'd show him how to make a monster eye so he could make it by himself or for someone else.  She showed him how to safely clean the bathroom and kitchen, and the difference between 'dirty', 'filthy', and 'messy' was.  She was sure Sneak helped him already know but it never hurt to go over things.  Haley would occasionally ask a question on her homework or about the housework.  Eventually their evening began to wind down.  schoolwork done, cleaning done and groceries away Nikki got them all dressed for bed  They watched a few cartoons as Nikki set up a bed on the couch and a chair.  After cartoons she noticed a few yawns and got them all to bed.  Roll in his own bed and tucked in, and he was nearly out by the time his head was on the pillow.  she kissed his forehead and smiled.  Haley being as small as she was slept in the chair.  It was comfy enough for her as her head was on one arm, feet dangling off the other and her stuffed toy under her arm.  She too got tucked in and a kiss on the cheek good night.  Nikki did a final check and went to bed on the sofa.  Her comm set for the morning to get them up and getting going.  Night was gonna be long.

Nikki had been up and in uniform for a bit and made breakfast.  She'd laid the kids clothes out and made breakfast.  Roll woke up first and had  gotten dressed.  He was smiling as he sat down for breakfast.  Nikki let him make his own..at least part of it.  She woke Haley up and helped get her ready, she asked what she wanted. and the consensus turned to be peanut butter on toast with milk and fruit. they were about half though and Nikki folded up the linen on the couch and chair when Shadows call came across.  "Crap!  Well you two, looks like we gotta eat on the run" the paper towels came out and a very quick clean up.  Grabbing their backpack and duffles they were out the door and at the lift with their breakfasts in less than 5.  Nikkis duffle had her gear and such, having brought it and a change of clothing just in case not being in her quarters.  She checked them in the lift to see that they had everything, plus she dressed as she could.  "When we get there you two scoot towards Sneak, okay?" she said.

===> Hangar dec

  Roll went to bed after  watching   an episode of Captain Lighting.  when he  woke up, he washed up, gathers some things into his back pack.

 he  drank a Glass of  Juice and Loked at the clock, he would wait a  few Minutes  before heading to the lab , to make sure folks were already working there.

A bit before school would start Nikki knocked on Rolls door. "Morning Sunshine.  I came to make you some breakfast before you go.  Won't take long" she aid when he answered "Did you sleep well?" she smiled at him.
 Haley waved.

  he Opened the Door  and  let them in. yeah?  kinda  quiet, but   i fell asleep watching a Captain Lighting  show, I was Just gonna go to the Lab to see what Doc henry wants to do with me an' school?  But i wanna make sure  every one is woked up...

"Well...It's still a bit early.  I'll Make you both a breakfast" she gestured them back into Rolls home, smiling.

Once in she had both sit and they chatted as Nikki made big huge fluffy pancakes and warm syrup.  They were so big and tall one was enough to fill each kid, and even Nikki.  plus she added acrambled eggs and bacon on the side.  Also milk as well.  "Milk is very good for you Roll, helps your bones grow strong"

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  Roll  tried to cut the  pancake, he looked at Nikki.Aren't they supposed ta be flat?  this is  big!... he managed to  tear of a  bit with his  fork and  ate it,  then worked on some of the egs , ebfore trying again.

"They're called souffle pancakes.  big and fluffy.  If you cant them flatter, I can do that too.  same pancakes..just fluffier" She decided to help them with cutting them up so syrup didn't go everywhere.  She sat with them and ate hers then "If you want another I can make you that too.  Make flatter if you like too.  just thought you would enjoy it as a treat"

  he  watched her   cut them , while saying,They are good, just big! We always hadda  eat fast, and its  hard to eat big stuff fast...

  eating the pancake  after it was chopped up a bit, he said,I think Doc henry might try to tech me and Can?..but if he  doesn't wanna, I might try school one more time, Mr Shadow talked  about  bully people and  there's  some of  my pack in school..so..i might be ok..'cept  the pack help with mean teachers...

"Well...I can always help you Roll.  I do for Haley.  and go slow with it to help you understand it better.  plus a few tricks I was taught in school" she smiled  "If there was a problem...I wish you'd have told me sooner.  But we can get a start on it now."
Haley got a bit of syrup on her tights.  "Oops!"
"Nikki to the rescue!" She went and got a damp towel and cleaned up the spot.  Nikki finished her meal and stood up and moved to clean the dirtied dishes and set them to air dry.  "Roll, would you like me to make you some dinner tonight?  I can make a lot of things.  Spaghetti, chicken, chili dogs even.  Whatever you'd like"

  Listening to Nikki, Roll gave a bit of a shrug.,,I don't know?.. I mean, school would be  good, i guess...but then i'd have less time to help with the Largs...but it might be good , so  Doc henry won't be bothered too much...

 ..I will see what time i get done  'Larg training"...but you take care of your  stuff  first?..I can get by on my own?... its safer here , then the  Stem

"I know Roll.  and I know you can take care of your self too.  I just know at times there will be times you will need help" She said as she gathered the kids dishes.  "Okay you want to try school one more time?  I can let Doctor Henry know and if it doesn't work he can make arrangements" she asked Roll.

Roll looked out at the street as if remembering, and said,I guess i could ..find out if  the etacher will be nicer after talkign to Mr Shadow...

"It could not hurt.  Tell you what We'll go to Drop you and Haley at the school...I can let Doctor Henry know.  I have to practice at the SIMs, but what I can do is check in on you both at lunch time.  and if you are not happy I'll take you to Doctor Henry then.  He can arrange to see if you can go to school remotely then... is that alright?" she asked having cleaned up the place a bit.
Haley moved to gather her things after washing her face.  "We can play on the swings and stuff" being little and a girl, swings were always fun.  She had Roll grab his backpack with his things as well and began to usher them off to the school "Make sure you have your card and ID" she reminded him, just in case so he would not be locked out.

  Roll nods,  I have  my stuff in  my 'death' packet that inside by uniform  pocket, 'case i get killed so's  people know who i am...

  Helping clean up , Roll  got his backpack.I have been reading  some of the school books sometimes..mostlt  history and about  space and  aniamls..the math is harder, cause   i don't know if its  right.. I used Jelly-bean things to   count nimbers  with..it seems to work out?  But i don't know  for sure.

Nikki lead both to the school just in time for the warning bell.  Walking in to the room they both shared she found their teacher.  As the room filled she spoke with the teacher about bullying. and what was going to happen if Roll felt unsafe or agitated.  Then she gave both kids a big hug, leaving the woman a bit flabbergasted.  After leaving she commed Doctor Henry about Roll and school.

Haley and Roll were in class when the alarms began .  It was only a warning so they still continued their lessons at the moment working on spelling.  Haley knew things like cat, dog, and many 3-4 letter words.  Longer ones were harder at times.  She looked at the booklet they had.  there was a circle with 2 arrows on it with 'CL_CK'. Next to it was a picture of a chicken with 'CL_CK'.  And 3 sets each of four words to put the correct vowels in, plus 2 more with the same 'CL_CK'. One of an old styled writing pen and another with 2 erasers smacking together.  She could tell Roll wanted to run to be with the largs. She hoped he would stay for a bit atleast perhaps the warning and lights would go away, Still incase they had to run she put what she was not using in her bag.  Many other kids did too if they needed to go to the safety bunker.

 When the Yellow  lights  went on, Roll became visibly  anxious..and lost all thought of  what he was to eb  doing.

 Roll!... you need to  take your seat and do your  work.

 But..i haveta  help get the Largs  ready, the Yellow light is on!

 I am quite  certain the Hermes  can manage  with out one little boy and his pet lizard..

 he's  NOT  a Lizard, he's  a Larg!, an' i havta  help  Dinsa  , Puskie and  Doc henry get them ready...an' i have ta see who is goign to be on the  Hanger Dec with me'cause i have to watch the Largs there!

  marking his page  he  put the book in his backpack  and  stood up.

 sit  down!

 One of the older Bullies said, You heard the teacher.... sit  down..

 Roll  got mad    and    ran towards the  door, the Bully tripped him and he  fell the kids  all laughed, and the  teacher  just watched with a smile...until


 The  little  Guy got up, swung his  back pack and  caught the   bully in the belly, the older  Kid  bent over in pain and  surprise  and Roll Hit him hit the Nose with his head... The teacher  shouted  at Roll as the Bully rolled on the floor  and the little   Stem kid ran for the door, one of the Bully's buddies tried to stop him , but Grip  tackled Him  and  Duck , who was 10 tackled  another one who tried to get out of his  seat.

 The Teacher was calling SEC and Runner opened the door  for Roll then  stood  by the  door   with his back hunched  and ready, his arms  out....Roll has a Job ta do..and  The pack ain't  going to let you stop him..

 Roll ran  with his back pack out of the school heading to the far end of the  Civie section to get to the ramp way leading up.

Haley looked at the confusion going on.  Grabbed her bag and book and moved to follow Roll, kicking the bully in the knee as hard as she could and ran out after Roll.  "Roll, wait up!" she said.

  Roll was   running as best as his legs  could  carry him. The Tunnels  runs, and chasing after largs in fields was  paying Off.

  Runner  Let the  Door op[en  for Haley to   Follow, the Broken nose  kind was crying and holding his face.

 another   regular Civie  Girl  went   and  Hit   Duck to get him of   the Bullies  Buddy, the Buddy ran for the    Door  and Runner    Just slammed into him with his  best shoudler tackle.

 some kids  ran to the back of the room the Teacher  was   calling for SEC  again and again.

Watcher  Hit the Girl who hit  Duck, then hit her again, then once more  until she was on the floor  crying.

 Casey, grip, Catcher, and Parrot stood  by the  Door  , while  Runner  and his  new 'buddy' rolled on the floor, with  Runner  Hitting the kid  3 times for every time the kid hit him once.

 Roll  slowed  down  as he looked  around  as most grow ups  started to run to the school..The Little Larg Master  waved  Haley  to hurry up...

-------> From Rec Dec

Zob wasn't all that concerned to be quite frank it wasn't like anyone running had anywhere to really go but still he made his way down the ramp and glanced around for the runaway kid before spotting what he was certain was Roll, "Larg master Roll stop running we need to talk..." he said trying to be civil about the situation.

  Roll looked  Up at  Zob, he loked at  Harry, then back to Zob.I...I  need to get to the hanger  Dec  and  watch  the largs  when the  jump off starts..

 He  kept lookign behind Him  , Some   Civies were reaching the  school  and Haely was almsoy up to them

Zob nodded and knelled down a bit to be a tad bit more on his level, "It hasn't started yet Roll but will escort you down to the hanger dec in a few moments here... but first you are gonna need to tell me what happened first" Zob was not upset and he respected Roll but he still had a job to do and right now that required getting some answers.

 Roll looked around as Haley  stopped, there were angry voices way down the other ned by the school.

 Well?  we just finished  some kinda  number  test..and the lights  went on. so i know i haveta  get to the  Hanger  Dec  to watch over gregor  and whatever other largs  are left behind to portect the ship.

 So?  I got my  back pack and went to  go, and the  teacher said  'no'..and one of the guys who pick on me tripped me... he got  a bit shakey as his  eyebrows   form a V.......everyone laughed  and  I hit him with my back pack, and busted  his  nose with my head, Then..my Pack  helped  keep the bullies  buddies  away from me so's i could escape..and ..I guess Haley to...