I've noticed that Chan and Joe don't have much fanfics…

So I decided to make them one while I'm researching on New Vestroia's battle systems…

I don't own Bakugan, because if I did, Gundalian Invaders and Mechtanium Surge would have all six Brawlers in them…

Hope you enjoy! =D

Chapter 1

Meeting & Leaving

A brown haired boy lazily opened his eyes. He saw the familiar white ceiling and the smell of antiseptic stung his nose. He has been there for a while, pondering on his condition which doesn't seem to get any better. He longed to get out. He wanted to bathe in the sunlight and run with the wind like most kids his age.

But he was cooped in this hospital room. He had to take tests every day, he had to take in medications which feel stale in his mouth; he had to refrain from any strenuous activities.

He sighed as he sat up. His mom wasn't there anymore. He stood up and saw a note on his bed. It came from his mother.

I'll be in the market this morning…

I'll be back soon so don't go out yet…

Mom

He went to the window and gazed out. He could see the lives of normal people from there. He wished, he longed to get out and mingle with them and feel what normal feels like. He wanted to be free. He wanted to join the other kids in the website he was managing and play with them.

His name is Joe Brown. He is known as the webmaster of the Bakugan website. He rarely joins in the discussions; he didn't want to hear their exciting stories of brawling with one another. He didn't want to hear anything to spoil his excitement. He wanted to experience it first before he listens to their stories.

He had Haos attributed Bakugan, but he has never experienced a brawl before. He envies those who are free of any disease and of any complications and can brawl as they please.

But he also wanted to make some friends. Even one was good enough. He was too sickly to get out and make some friends in the outside world. Just one, he wanted at least one friend.

He sighed heavily. He glanced at the wall clock; it was almost time for his test for the morning. He heard the door slide open and his mother was there.

"Good morning Joe." She greeted

"Good morning, mom." He replied with forced enthusiasm

"I brought you some apples." She said as she placed the brown bag on the table "You can eat them later after your first test."

"Yeah, okay…" Joe nodded

"You seem down, is something wrong Joe?" asked his mom

"No it's nothing." Joe lied "I'm fine mom…"

"I know you want to get out of here as soon as possible, but it's not possible with your current condition…" his mom sadly said

"I know…" Joe sighed. He continued gazing out the window.

His mom kept silent. Nothing she says could brighten his mood anyway. She always knew that Joe wanted to be outside more than anything else. He was allowed to stay on the rooftop for a short period of time, before it was enough. But Joe wanted to be on the ground, where he isn't a spectator of the lives of the people, but a thespian of his own life.

Joe's mom left that afternoon. She needed to take care of a few things at work. Joe opened his laptop, but didn't dare become visible to the other website viewers. He just watched as they posted their activities. A sharp pang pierced his heart as he watched them enjoy their freedom, a luxury he doesn't have and he can't afford.

He checked the ranking. A certain person… err… girl caught his interest. She was ranked 3rd in the world. She had a brave face, but at the same time she seemed graceful.

Joe looked into some info about her. After a few minutes, he found out that her name was Chan Lee and she had a Pyrus attributed Bakugan, Pyrus Fortress. He smiled as he mentioned her name "Chan Lee… She seems interesting…"

His afternoon tests came by quickly. He wanted nothing, but to talk to this tough girl who made it to the 3rd spot.

By chance he saw that she was online. He dared to attempt a conversation with her. Summoning all his strength, he made himself visible to her.

Chan was startled by the unfamiliar brunette who suddenly popped into her screen. Based from the looks of his surroundings, she concluded that he was in a hospital. She humored him "Hello…"

"Are you Chan Lee, the 3rd best Bakugan player?" Joe inquired curiously

Chan smiled "Yeah, that's me… And you are?"

"Oh, I'm Joe Brown…" Joe replied "The website manager…"

Chan's eyes widened in surprise "You're the Joe? I've never seen you before…"

"I rarely make my presence known in this website…" Joe sheepishly said

"But why?" Chan asked "You're doing a great job of managing the website, and I'm sure a lot of people would want to know you… I wanted to know who you were as well…"

"I bet you're disappointed huh?"

"Why?"

"Because… I haven't brawled in my life…" Joe replied "I just manage the website, I own a few Bakugans, but I've never been in a brawl."

Chan felt sympathy "I see…"

They were silent for a time, then Chan spoke up "But…"

Joe's head jerked up to the screed

"I'm not disappointed to meet you at all." She said with a sweet smile "It's actually nice to meet you in the chat room…"

Joe felt his heart leap up in her smile. She was so sweet it's hard to believe she's a tough brawler.

"Really?" Joe smiled wholeheartedly as well "I'm glad to have met you too Chan… You're the first friend I've ever made…"

Chan smiled "You too, Joe…"

When she said his name, he felt his heart skip another beat. Why did she have to be so pleasant?

Soon they talked to their heart's content. Joe found out that Chan was actually an expert in martial arts. Chan found out about Joe's hidden wishes and desires.

"So you're from China…" Joe muttered

"Yeah." Chan nodded

"Is it nice there?"

"Yes it is." Chan replied "On New Year they bring out this enormous dragon that dances around the streets. The fireworks are exceptionally beautiful…"

Joe saw the sparkle in Chan's eyes.

They must be like your eyes, he thought

"I'd love to get out of here soon…" Joe said

"That would be great." Chan nodded. She glanced sideways and said "It's late already?" She turned back to Joe "I'm sorry Joe, but I gotta go."

Joe smiled, but secretly wished that they didn't have to say goodbye "Okay… Good night Chan. Sweet dreams."

"Good night Joe." She smiled "It was nice talking to you… Sweet dreams!" she waved goodbye.

Her face disappeared from the screen. Joe lay down contentedly. He let out a yawn and fell asleep with a carefree smile on his face. He still had that smile when his mom saw him. She was quite surprised and relieved at the same time, seeing Joe smile and sleep so peacefully.

Joe woke up with much energy. He had something to look forward to after his tests. He was slowly feeling better. He chatted with Chan Lee that afternoon.

"Hi Chan!" he greeted

"You seem happy." Chan commented

"Well, I look forward to seeing you and talking to you…" Joe winked

He saw Chan blush slightly.

"Aren't you smooth?" she raised an eyebrow

And so their conversations started again. Most of the times, it started with something random and before they knew it, they were enjoying each other's company.

"So you mean, you haven't made a single friend yet?" Joe asked, quite surprised by what she said

Chan nodded sheepishly, feeling embarrassed "Yeah…"

"But you're normal…" Joe felt like he just forced those words out of his mouth

"And too strong…" Chan added "They don't like me because I know martial arts… and also because I'm good at Bakugan…" she stared down at her hands.

Joe smiled. He and Chan were polar opposites. He was too weak to go out and make friends; she was too strong to make any friends to begin with.

Chan raised her eyes from her hands and asked "Do you think it's weird for me to like Bakugan because I'm a girl?"

Joe shook his head "No… I think it's pretty cool."

Chan had a hopeful smile "Really?"

Joe matched her smile "Yeah. Not many girls can reach to your level of strength…"

Chan smiled "Thanks Joe… I'm really glad I met you…"

"Same here…" Joe smiled

How can she be so captivating?

How can he make it so natural?

Soon, Joe and Chan made it a regular habit to chat whenever they had the time. Their only standard time to converse was before going to bed. After enjoying each other's company, they would call it a day and go to bed, Joe with a smile; Chan with a small giggle.

Joe's condition improved a little every day. He figured that Chan's smile was a huge help. Chan never felt lonely anymore. Joe's smile was carved at the back of her mind.

Joe's mom was relieved with his progress. He's getting stronger day after day. She never knew the reason why, but she figured that Joe had finally made a friend.

"Wow, that's amazing Chan!" Joe exclaimed

"You think so?" Chan asked

"I mean, being invited to a party for the top ten brawlers is a great honor. I bet it'll be lots of fun." Joe said "I sure wish I could brawl like you…"

"Maybe you can brawl with me some time…" Chan offered "When you're discharged of course…"

"You would?" Joe asked as excitement filled his eyes

"Of course!" Chan nodded "I won't go easy on you though…"

"That's fine by me!" Joe excitedly said

"I guess I won't be seeing you for a while…" Chan sadly said

"Yeah…" Joe nodded with the same level of sadness

"But I promise to call you once I get back okay?" Chan assured him with her smile which he loved seeing.

"Okay." Joe nodded with a smile of his own

"Until then, you better heal yourself up." Chan said "I'll be looking forward to meeting you Joe…"

"Yeah, me too." Joe agreed.

"Joe, it's time for bed." Joe's mom called

"Okay mom!" Joe called back. He turned to Chan and said "Well, good night Chan. Sweet dreams and oh, have a safe trip."

Chan giggled "Good night Joe. Sweet dreams. Do your best okay?"

Joe nodded

And they both left.

Joe came to a winding path filled with obstacles, but was also filled with friends to help him…

Chan on the other hand, came to a bleak road where destruction devoured her momentarily…

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