9 Trouble

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As Orion and his sisters exited the school building after exploring the various clubs, they were met with an unexpected sight: a large group of people from various cliques and clubs had gathered at the entrance, waiting for him. Some of them were familiar faces from middle school, while others were strangers who had heard of his reputation. As he approached, they eagerly stepped forward, each trying to entice him to join their respective clubs.

The jocks were the first to approach. Kuroko, the humble and talented basketball player, said, "Orion, you've got a natural athleticism that would be perfect for our sports teams. We'd love to have you on board." Hinata, the determined volleyball player, added, "You're a hard worker, and we know you'll excel in any sport you choose."

Before he could respond, the nerds made their pitch. Light, the strategic thinker, said, "With your intelligence, you'd be a valuable asset in our group. We could accomplish great things together." Armin, the tactical genius, agreed, "Your analytical mind would be a perfect fit for our club."

The otaku club members were also eager for him to join. Konata, the passionate and knowledgeable leader, enthused, "We've heard about your love for anime and manga, Orion! You'd fit right in with our club!" Tomoko, the socially awkward yet dedicated fan, quietly mumbled her agreement.

The martial arts club members, led by Kenichi and Ippo, approached with a more forceful demeanor. Kenichi said, "We know you have the discipline and drive to excel in martial arts, Orion. We could help you become even stronger." Ippo added, "We're dedicated to improving ourselves, and we believe you'd fit right in with our club."

The drama club, led by Haruhi, Tamaki, and Kyon, made their case with a flair for the dramatic. Haruhi said, "Orion, you have a natural charisma that would make you a fantastic performer!" Tamaki, ever the showman, added, "Join us, and together we'll create performances that will captivate the hearts of our audience!"

The student council members, led by Hibari and Satsuki, took a more serious approach. Hibari, his stoic childhood friend, simply said, "If you want to join, come and see me." Satsuki added, "We believe you have the discipline and dedication necessary to maintain order in our school."

The other clubs – art, cooking, science and technology, music, mystery solving, and gardening – all made their respective pitches as well, with the girls in each group not missing an opportunity to flirt. Orion could feel the eyes of his sisters on him, a mix of jealousy and concern hidden behind their smiles.

As each group made their case, Orion carefully navigated the conversation, replying to each with a mix of charm and diplomacy. He made sure not to commit to any clubs, though he expressed his appreciation for their interest and offered to visit and learn more about each club's activities.

Finally, as the crowd began to disperse, his sisters and he breathed a sigh of relief. "That was intense," Luna commented, trying to hide her concern. "But you handled it well, Orion."

Aurora chimed in, "You know we're going to have to make a decision eventually, right? Just make sure you keep us in the loop."

He reassured them, "Of course. We'll make the decision together. No matter which club we end up choosing, we'll face it as a team."

As Orion and his sisters left the school, a group of delinquents blocked their path. They weren't there to recruit him like the others, but instead to put him in his place. They took issue with Orion's confident demeanor on his first day of school and were itching for a fight.

Yusuke, the tough and street-smart leader of the group, sneered, "So, you think you're hot stuff, huh? Just because you've got some fancy powers and a bit of fame, you think you can waltz in here and act like you own the place?"

Revy, the skilled marksman and fearless fighter, added with a menacing grin, "We're here to teach you a lesson, pretty boy. You're not so special, and we're going to make sure you understand that."

Tatsumi Oga, the immensely strong delinquent with a protective instinct, chimed in, "We've seen your type before. You come in all high and mighty, but you're just a coward when it comes down to it."

Orion refused to be intimidated or back down. He had seen similar situations before and knew that showing weakness or humility in front of bullies would only make things worse. He decided to double down on the insults and send them right back. Doubling down everything given to him was his life motto, love or hate, praise or insult, flirt or toying, he would double it back. "You guys must be really desperate for attention if you're picking a fight with a newcomer. Are you that bored with your lives?"

His sisters looked worried, but they knew better than to intervene. Orion had learned various martial arts during middle school, and he was exceptionally talented in hand-to-hand combat. He wasn't afraid of these punks, especially since using powers was forbidden on the streets.

The tension in the air was palpable, and the three delinquents charged at Orion, determined to take him down. With a calm, calculated demeanor, he swiftly dodged their attacks, using his years of training to his advantage. He landed powerful, precise blows on each of them, taking them down one by one. The fight was over as quickly as it began.

The onlooking student body stared at Orion in awe and shock. He had just defeated the leaders of the delinquents, and word of his victory would surely spread like wildfire throughout the school. His sisters, Luna and Aurora, couldn't help but feel a mix of relief and pride.

As Orion dusted himself off, he turned to the defeated delinquents and said, "Next time, think twice before you pick a fight with someone you know nothing about." With that, he walked away, his sisters by his side.

The students who had witnessed the fight whispered amongst themselves, their eyes filled with newfound respect and admiration for Orion. His reputation at the school had just taken on a new dimension – he wasn't just the talented newcomer with impressive powers; he was also someone who stood up to bullies and refused to back down.

As they continued on their way home, Luna and Aurora couldn't help but express their thoughts on what had just transpired. "Orion, that was incredible," Luna said, a hint of admiration in her voice. "But you know this might cause us more trouble in the long run, right?"

Aurora nodded, adding, "He's made a statement today, but we need to be prepared for any consequences that may follow. We'll have to stick together and watch each other's backs."

Orion wasn't worried. The reason why those rants were waiting outside of the school was so they wouldn't be punished. As for them returning to retaliate, he wasn't worried. He would welcome them any and every day. Although he was yet to find out about his abilities, he had some talents. Adapting to situations, and learning things quickly was one of them. Thanks to that talent he learned so many martial arts in a short time.

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