Cryptid Dancing

Chapter 1: Pleasant Acquaintances

A/n - S I G H S H E A V I L Y anyway, heads up, Luna (Bun=She/They) (Kit=Her/Them/Their) !!!And music video restricted!!! March 1st by Cyberbully Mom Club. I suggest putting it on loop

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Matilda stood aimlessly in front of the school. Not feeling prepared, she hesitated to enter. Kids would often worry about daily life in High School; more complex math, more kids passing by, and possibly strict teachers.

Although, perhaps kids will finally mind their own business. 6th was sometimes an absolute nightmare and most kid's mental health is affected by the amount of bullying. Thankfully, Matilda stayed in the down low, circumventing the horrid path.

Matilda would prevent herself from socializing, she just wants to be alone. Not that some company isn't nice, but Matilda can feel comfortable by herself. She can't really socialize for the life of her but she manages.

She also avoided overthinking her outfit and first impressions and whatnot. Her usual clothing consists of gray sweatpants, a plain tank top, and high-top black sneakers. Matilda keeps her red varsity jacket in her backpack in case the weather gets chilly.

The kids swarmed each other. Rapidly entering the building or squealing for their friends from elementary. Even though they probably had countless sleepovers in the summer.

Matilda had some acquaintances aback, however, most of them moved away from Elksbark. She gets a few letters every now and then.

The soft breeze swayed her dark, frizzly hair as she finally took a step. Then confidently walking inside.

According to the school website: LaValla Moore; Founder of Elksbark and the first principal of the town's high school. She was a woman of high standards, and along with being Native American, the school's mascot is "Jamie Horned Serpent". An old Indian legend.

That's why most kids attending here are natives; including Matilda.

The building was no more than 4 stories tall, and the entrance revealed a small foyer with Jamie painted in front of the stairs (which split two hallways.) Starting off each hall, past trophies were shown in display cases.

Matilda dug for the schedule inside her pocket as it held her locker information.

"1765" She muttered to herself, then began searching for some guidance. Spotting a sign, "⬅2000-1001 1000-0001➡"

Cruising to the left, she gets an occasional bump from somebody.

...Annoying, right?

Well, we all suppose it's alright.

'1759, 1761, 1765. Great'

Learning from the video every student had to watch in 8th grade: Instead of a master lock, it is a 6-digit push button padlock. So it should be easier to open lockers than twisting and turning all the time.

6-2-0-7-3-6

She yanked on the lock but to no avail. Resetting it, Matilda pushed in the numbers again. Slowly this round. Yanking it once more, she cried in frustration.

"Oh, come. On!"

It grabbed some attention but thankfully they put it somewhere else. Although, a lanky fellow has arrived.

"Darn, you got one of 'em stubborns, I see." He stated. Matilda turned her head to him. His red hair and buck-tooth smile gave off a friendly appearance.