Here it is :D The Squeal to Lover's Bait (Please read first)! I really hope you enjoy this :'D *Poss Spoilers for New Jack City. (watch first)!
**Continues from the end of Lover's bait ;)**
Disclaimer: Me owning Kickin' it is like Saying Jerry isn't confused. "Wait what...?!" Jerry asks looking at the screen "I'm Confused." See what I mean *facepalm* I own only Layla Brewer :3 Jack's Half sister.
HERE WE GO...
Chapter One ~ Defeated
*Jack's POV*
"Begin!" Rudy shouts jumping back. Once he's safely out of harms away, me and Carson charge each other. I have been waiting a long time for this, now I'm able to finally, put him in his place. All that can be heard in the dojo is the clashes of our Bo staffs, occasional grunts from us and the gasps from our little audience. Rudy was watching us very seriously. Being the referee of this match, he was concentrating on our moves, making sure it was all legal. I have never seen him so focused before. All the other warriors where watching us with mixed emotions spread across their faces. Kim looked terrified, while Eddie, Milton and Jerry seemed to be enjoying our little bout. Layla on the other hand was watching us just as closely as Rudy was, she seemed to be confused and worried at the same time.
Straight away though during the fight, I could tell something was off. I had managed to kick Carson's Bo with a hard solid, spinning back kick, but instead of breaking the Bo staff in half, like the kick should of, the Bo didn't even crack. To be honest it rather hurt my own ankle as the staff was very solid itself, It actually felt like I had kicked a brick wall and not a piece of wood. Ignoring the pain as I placed my ankle down, I continued to attack and defend.
Carson hit my Bo staff downwards, the force was so great that it made my own Bo staff become heavy in my hands. With my guard slightly down, Carson Jumped mid air and came back down aiming his staff towards my head. Knowing that I wouldn't be able to move in time I placed my own staff above my head to protect myself. Unbelievably his Staff shattered, that's right Shattered, mine into two pieces in front of my face. The power behind the hit sent me crashing to the floor, I landed rather awkwardly on my back and head, with a loud thud. It caused the room to spin and all I could seem to focus on was Carson's victorious Smug face. It seemed to me that he knew the out come of this battle before we even begun. I know he must of cheated somehow but proving that was a different matter. I can't really hear what was happing but Milton's shouting brought my hearing and vision back to reality.
"Holy Christmas nuts. Jack Lost!" Milton shouted stunned. I really wanted to say something but I couldn't seem to find my voice. I was stunned that I had lost but I was way more confused at Carson's attitude, I knew something really wasn't right here...
"Looks like I'll be representing the dojo in the tournament." Carson grinned. I glared at him but he ignored me. "Who wants to go over to Phil's?!" Everyone but Kim, Jerry and Layla shouted their agreement as they followed him out of the dojo. I can't believe they are going to celebrate he's beating of me! Knowing that I wasn't interested in the million concerned questions, Layla and Jerry left me with Kim, saying something about a romantic dinner. Once they gone, Kim ran over to me.
"Jack.. Are you ok?" Kim asked kneeling beside me. I just noticed that I was still sitting on the matt staring at the spot where Carson had been. To be honest I felt fine, just a minor headache and sore ankle. I jumped to my feet and gave her one of my signature fake smiles.
"Yeah Kim I feel fine." I hated this. Carson had just cheated his way into the dojo. He has taken the spot that I have worked on for months. It hasn't been very easy, with the whole kidnapping thing, but now the training and all my effort felt like it was all for nothing. I suddenly felt depressed and useless. For the first time in a long time, I had lost a fight! Of course I had lost to Kai and Arthur a few months back, but I didn't really count them. They had guns and hostages, it wasn't really hand to hand combat or refereed now was it?!
"Jack you coming over?" Kim asked hugging me, the sound of her sweet voice snapped me out of my thoughts... thankfully.
"Na. I'm going to get changed and then head home." I pulled her into a tighter hug, wishing I never have to let go.
"Ok." She sighed and to my disappointment she pulled away. Our lips where inches apart when He had to walk in.
"Say Kim, Jack, are you coming... oh sorry did I interrupt something?" Carson grinned.
"Coming." Kim glared, she seemed really annoyed that he had interrupted our little moment, but she made no attempt to carry on. Then she surprised me by turning her attention back to me, then giving me a peck on the cheek.
"Will you be ok." She asked looking concerned
"Yes..." I groaned, of course I will be... eventually.
"See you tomorrow then." She started to walk away, so I quickly pulled her into my embrace and kissed her. I saw Carson giving me evils, but I didn't care. Kim was my girlfriend not his.
"Bye... Love you." I smirked
"Love you too." She blushed walking towards the exit. Carson followed after her, leaving me finally alone in the dojo.
***Dark Dragon***
School went past as a blur. I hadn't really been paying much attention to anything. Finally lunch time arrived. Instead of going to the cafeteria I headed to the library. Yes, I'm going to the library, get over it. I scrolled through the websites on the computer and finally found an article that interested me. Reading through I found out exactly what I needed to know. Turning the monitor off I text'd the warriors, all but Carson and Rudy.
'Meet me at falafel Phil's. Ten mins before Practice this afternoon'
Jack.
I got reply's straight away: Ok Jack ~ Milton and Eddie / Sure Babe. See you there x ~ Kimmie! / Sure Bro, You ok? x ~ Layla / What'd it do Jack?! Oh right. See ya there bro! ~ Jerry
Jerry's text made me chuckle. I know that Layla had asked me a question but I couldn't be bothered to text any more. Smiling to myself I headed to the rest of my boring lessons.
Due to having my skateboard I arrived first at Phil's. Taking our usual booth I ordered some extra spicy papaconnush poppers, while I waited for the others to arrive. Eddie, Milton and Kim walked over first. Kim sat next to me and leaned against me, while Milton sat across from her and Eddie pulled up a chair and placed it backwards, so he could rest his head on the back. Lastly Layla and Jerry came strolling over hand in hand. Jerry sat across from me -next to Milton- and Layla sat on his lap snuggling back into his chest. Once we where all comfortable, I took a deep breath and looked to my fellow warriors, girlfriend and sister. I really hope they believe me...
"Guys I've been doing Martial arts for years..-" All their head snapped to look at me, they looked confused but interested in where I was heading -"and Bo staffs don't just snap like that." I sighed as I could see them rolling their eyes, ignoring them I continued "I mean he shattered it."
"Yeah he did!" Milton chuckled. I gave him a glare, which drowned out his laughter. "I mean a dang shame is what it is..." He said nervously looking anywhere but at me.
"I've just been thinking about it over and over again. Something just wasn't right." This was very true. I had trouble sleeping last night, as I kept replaying the fight in my head.
"Look Jack I know your embarrassed about losing..." Jerry started. Layla gave him a Where are you going with this look. Jerry just continued to look at me, like he was expecting me to say something...
"Go on.." I prompted, I was getting very annoyed with the wait.
"Oh no that was it." Everyone sighed but not as loudly as I did. Layla slapped Jerry making him wince a little. Ignoring his stupid remark, I continued again..
"I know you guys know Carson better than I do..." I hesitated, this was really going to test our friendship and their trust. "But is it possible that he cheated." I watched as all their eyes widen and their mouths dropped in shock. Layla simply nodded at me, like she knew something the other's didn't. I figured as they said nothing I'd better add a little more, to back up my theory.
"Think about it. He didn't use one of of our Bo staffs... maybe.. his was, I don't know weighted or something.." I didn't think their mouths could get any wider but they did. This was the research I found, it is possible to have a weighted Bo staff created.
"Weighted Bo Staff." Jerry thought out loud. "oooook!" He said it in a high I don't believe you kind of voice. I was about to punch him but Milton did it for me.
"If you have nothing good to say. Your better off not saying anything Babe..." Layla warned pointing to me. Jerry met my eyes and gulped. He gave me a quick apologetic smile before breaking our gaze.
"Come on Jack. I know it's hard not being top dog any more..." Eddie smiled "But.. there's no shame in being number two." Milton nodded his head in agreement. Did he really just say that?! Jerry started laughing.
"Number two!" He chuckled, I kicked him under the table at the same time as Milton nudged him. Kim turned to me and looked into my eyes really seriously.
"Is this because I went to the concert with him..?" She asked. Yes you heard right, Carson took my unwanted ticket and went with Kim to the concert. I wasn't very happy about it and I never will be, but it wasn't about that!
"NO?!" I shouted, catching myself I calmed down and answered more quietly. They were obviously not interested in hearing what I had to say. "No of course not! Just forget I even said anything." I looked down at my hands not daring to meet their eyes.
"Hey we should go. It's time for practice." Milton smiled jumping to his feet.
"Yeah I'll catch up with you guys" I half smiled playing with the salt shaker. They all left even though Layla seemed reluctant to leave, Jerry pulled her along. Once they where all gone out of the restaurant I let out a huge sigh. Well so much for them being my friends, they don't even believe me. I don't really think they even listened to me. I looked through the window to across the mall and saw Carson laughing with the warriors. I felt so out of lost now. He had replaced me completely, for the first time I didn't feel up for practice. I was concentrating so much on the laughing friends that I didn't even notice Sensei Ty taking a seat in front of me.
"Hey Jack!" He grinned "Spare a papaconnush popper?" I fake grin at him.
"Help yourself, but be careful I get them extra spicy." I zoned out while he muttered something about dragon's breathing fire. I started to count down in my head... 5...4..., when I reached 1 he spat the popper out complaining about the spiciness. I let a small chuckle escape my lips. Ty wasn't exactly the sharpest tool in the shed, if you know what I mean.
"What do you want Ty?" I asked folding my arms, trying to make myself look intimidating.
"I want you Jack. I could really use your skill for the up coming Tournament..." He smirked
"I'd never join the black Dragons!" I snapped jumping up from my seat.
"But Jack I'm loyal to my students.. to the end!" He grinned.
"Oh yeah where's your number one student Frank?" I asked
"You are so much better than Frank." I rolled my eyes to his response.
"I have to go." I glared walking away.
"Suit yourself Jack, but the offer stands until Friday." He called after me. I carried on walking until I reached the bobby Wasabi dojo. I have no idea what that was all about but I'm just glad it's over. I head into the dojo the one place I always felt I belonged, only this time, I was dreading the practice ahead. My eyes met Carson's and straight away I wished I had just headed home. I went into the locker room and grabbed my bag. Just before I managed to sneak out of the dojo unnoticed, Rudy came over to me.
"Hey Jack.. Where are you..." I cut him off.
"I don't feel too good. Sorry Rudy." Without another word I walked out and headed home. I felt fine, I was just running, running away from another fight that I'd probably lose, creating me more shame. As soon as I got home I went up stairs and started to punch my practice dummy. What was my next move? I have only three days to get my life back...!
*Sensei Ty POV*
I waited until Jack was completely out of sight before I pulled my phone out. Hitting speed dial number one, I waited for the person to answer.
"Well?" He snapped
"I spoke to him alone and your right, Its working. He hesitated at my question slightly. I think he may consider it." I grinned.
"I don't want to hear you saying that you think, he'll join. I want him to join!" He yelled.
"Yes sir. Right away." I glared at the phone as it went dead. I don't know how I had managed to get myself messed up in this situation, but at least if I can get Jack in my dojo, bobby Wasabi will hopefully go out of business. Then I will be the only sensei in town! Sighing to myself I pick up another papaconnush popper and place it into my mouth. Moments later the burning sensation was back. I grabbed what remained of my coke and brought it to my lips.
"Why did I do that?!" I shouted to no one. "My teeth are melting!" I drank the rest of my drink soothing my hot throat. Once I was satisfied I walked back to my dojo. What was my next move I wonder...
End of chapter One.
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