After all the students got their luggage, they headed to a bus that would take them to their hotel. As they got into the bus each of them sat in pairs. The only one without a pair was Uriel who sat in the back looking at the window.

As they went to Mexico the students were surprised to see the large buildings and modern streets in the city. They passed through countless houses, stores and parks.

The bus stopped in a large plaza known as “El Zocalo” or “La Plaza de la Constitución” (Constitution Plaza) The Zócalo is the common name of the main square in central Mexico City. Prior to the colonial period, it was the main ceremonial center in the Aztec city of Tenochtitlan.

The Zocalo is supported directly on the foundation of the buildings; formerly it consisted of a stony parallelepiped that immediately settled on the ground. In a column, it is called Zocalo (or basement) to the cylindrical piece on which it is supported, and it is for this reason that it is used as a synonym for pedestal.

Dr. Escobar looks at the students; “Alright students...we’re in the historical and famous site known as “El Zocalo”, now we decided to let you explore for one hour...you will be divided into groups and don’t go wandering alone, you understand…”

“ALRIGHT!!!!” The students get excited. Dr. Ortiz comes forward and in his hand, he has wooden popsicle sticks; “Now, everyone picks a stick...since there are 14 of you, there will be 4 groups of 3...and 1 group of 2...no complaints…”

“AAWWWW!” The students wine. Everyone stares at each other as one by one they choose a stick. Uriel is the last one as he notices many eyes looking at him:

“What a bother…”

As every student drew a stick, the groups were formed. These groups will last until the end of the trip:

Group 1: Alejandro Sanchez, Stefan Albu, Madeleine LeFleur

Group 2: Victoria Salazar, Angel Cortes, Angela Conte

Group 3: Ana Cortes, Antoine LeFleur, Raul Diaz

Group 4: Marinette LeFleur, Marjorie Bellerose, Crespo Cortes

Group 5: Leticia Marino and Uriel Di Fiore

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Group 1: Alejandro Sanchez, Stefan Albu, Madeleine LeFleur

“I can’t believe I am stuck with these two losers…” Madeleine says as she walks alongside Stefan and Alejandro.

“Hello, we’re right here…” Both of them replied feeling offended. “Yeah I know and it’s irritating…” Madeleine walks a few steps in front of them.

“Sheesh, why did it have to be a princess…” Stefan says as he shakes his head. “HEY, I’M A DUCHESS...NOT A PRINCESS!” Madeleine exclaims.

Madeleine Le Fleur (Age 16) is a duchess in the royal family of France; she also has white skin, blonde loose hair but reddish eyes. She is Marinette’s twin. She has a “tomboyish” personality however she also likes to be treated as a princess.

Stefan Albu (Age 16) is a student who comes from Eastern Europe. he wears a black cape (Similar to Kirito from SAO) and fingerless gloves. He is nerd-looking, white skin, has black long hair, glasses, brown eyes and he is a bit overweight.

Alejandro’s group explores the south part of the plaza as they see a lot of food stands and people…

“Now then, where should we go...I’m kind of hungry…” Stefan says as “stars” come out of his expression, looking at the delicious food.

“You’re right, is there anything you like, Madeleine?” Alejandro asks Madeleine who looks at them with disgust and begins to speak in french:

“Pourquoi ce perdant me parle?” (Why is this loser talking to me?)

“Parce que je fais partie de votre équipe... et nous devons être ensemble…” (Because I am part of your team ... and we have to be together …) Alejandro replies with a fake smile. Madeleine looks at him with surprise; “Attends, tu sais parler français ?” (Wait, you can speak French?)

Alejandro nod with a fake smile, Stefan adjust his glasses and says; “Bien sûr qu'il peut, et je peux aussi…” (Of course he can, and I can too …)

Madeleine looks embarrassed because she called him loser; “Pardon” (Sorry) Alejandro and Stefan begin to walk pass by her:

“Don’t worry about it...come on, let’s go eat something…”

“Yeah, I want some Tacos al Pastor,” Stefan says as they head to a food stand. Madeleine, who begins to feel more comfortable, nods in agreement as she looks at them with a shy expression; “I want some Tacos too…”

Both of them look at each other and smile at her; “Qien sûr que oui” (Of course)

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Group 2: Victoria Salazar, Angel Cortes, Angela Conte

In the Eastern Part of the Plaza, Angela and Victoria sit on a bench waiting for Angel…

“Aww...I really wanted to be in Uriel’s group...I know my feminine charms can seduce him…” Victoria has her legs crossed and has one arm as support as she leans her head.

“At least we are with Angel, who looks like a good person…” Angela sits with her legs together looking womanly.

“Yeah, I know, at least he's hot and he is captain of the Basketball team...but still, that girl will gain the advantage over Uriel…”

“Cut the crap...we are here for a mission remember...stay focused as we will receive orders at any time…” Victoria opens her eyes wider and sees Angela. Angela’s eyes are hollow as she emits a fearful aura.

“Hey little lady, would you like to have some fun…” A drunken man walks directly to Angela. Angela glares at him releasing mana; “LARGATE!” (GET LOST)

The man notices her presence and begins to walk backwards with fear. He begins to run saying; “Un demonio…” (A demon)

“Sheesh Angela, your aura is overflowing, control yourself...besides...he might notice you…”

“Heyy…” Angel Cortes runs towards them with two ice cream cones and a corn cup.

Angel Cortes (Age 17) is the next head of the Crespo Royal Family. He has a muscular body, long hazel hair, and yellow eyes. He is Ana’s brother and Crespo’s cousin. He likes to wrestle with Crespo, they grew up as brothers and continue with their competitions.

Angela, who changes her expression, smiles; “T-T-Thank you...you’re so sweet…”

“That looks delicious…” Victoria licks the ice cream. Angel blushes as he sees Victoria licking the ice-cream.

(GULP)

He looks away nervously as Victoria notices. Angel looks at Angela eating hers causing him to also feel nervous, he stands up:

“So, are you enjoying the trip?”

Angel laughs nervously. Both Victoria and Angela look at Angel and chuckle as they say; “Yes we are…”

“Good...I am as well...to be honest, I am not pretty good at talking to other people, only Ana and Crespo…”

Victoria stands up and says; “Well then, you’ll enjoy talking to us…”

Angel gets really nervous as he looks away. At that moment, Angela notices someone in the shadow from the building behind them, her eyes once again turn hollow as she smiles:

“Understood…”