DRAGON HEROES

Whoa! It's been ages since I've uploaded anything. The series must continue, and we get something martial arts this time. Let's enjoy what the next story will bring!

High Kick Dragons

Chapter 1 – The China Tournament

Another day has passed for Cynder and her friends as they stayed in Romania. Since their visit at Dracula's Castle at Transylvania, they did some exploring and sightseeing. Presently, they made their last stop at another town, and dusk almost settled.

"Romania sure has a lot of beautiful locations, don't you agree, guys?" asked Percival.

"Yes, but now we get ourselves ready to find another place to place to rest," said Draco the Charizard. "It's nearly dark, and I'm so hungry I could eat my own flames."

"Just be patient, Draco," said Cynder. "We should find a hotel somewhere around here soon enough."

Sure enough, the dragons have found a hotel in no time, where after a delicious dinner of some pizza, they decided to engage in some leisure activities. Lily and Torden played a game of indoor tennis, while Jakkin practiced his martial arts skills with a punching bag. Percival went to the chapel to pay his respects, and Draco was in the lobby accompanied by Darky as he chatted away on the Camera Caller with Tails. Only Cynder did nothing in particular as she stood on her own, watching Draco and Darky from afar.

"Sounds like you and your friends are having a good time, Draco!" exclaimed Tails. "It has been ages since Blaze and I ever went out to see the world!"

"It's only a matter of time until we move on to finding the next Elemental Brooch," replied Draco. "Speaking of which, what have you and Blaze found about the Hearthstone Talisman?"

"Um, nothing just yet," said Tails. "Oh, and Draco, since you guys are going to leave Romania soon, Blaze has reminded me of something she wanted me to tell you and Cynder, and I think you guys might find it very interesting."

Darky curiously raised up to face the screen, trying to absorb the conversation. Already, Draco was intrigued by what Tails is about to say. "What is it?" he asked.

"Blaze wants you and your group to head to China," replied Tails. "There's a fighting tournament going on in the next day, so it would be a perfect opportunity for you to hone your skills!"

"Fighting tournament?" Draco and Darky exclaimed in unison.

"Yes," smiled Tails. "You would also get the chance to battle with a very mysterious fighter if you do participate."

"Who's that?" asked Draco.

"All I can say is that the fighter is known as the Mystic Flame," replied Tails as he looked to his shoulder. "So called for his potent fire powers, not to mention he moves like a ninja!"

"Boy, he sure sounds very tough," commented Draco.

"You'll know him when you see him," said Tails. "Just be sure to tell your friends about the tournament, and Blaze and I can only hope you will be there."

"We will do our best, Tails," smiled Draco.

Tails smiled back. "Okay then, have a good night!"

"See you soon!"

After Draco ended the call, Cynder approached him and Darky. "So, Tails and Blaze wants us to go to China to participate in a fighting tournament," she said. "That sounds like an idea, I must say."

"Cynder!" exclaimed Draco. "How did you hear everything we were talking about?"

"My sense of hearing is very acute, you know," replied Cynder. "Anyway, we better go find the others so we can get our sleep."

Next morning, Cynder and her friends gathered so they can make their journey to China. When they found a remote location outside the town, Cynder set up the Transporter Device and set the coordinates to their next destination before pushing the large red button to begin transportation. The machine whirred and flashed, then in the blink of an eye, it vanished with them inside.

China's Beijing was bustling with activity for so many people were excited for the great fighting tournament that was taking place on this very day. All kinds of fighters booked in so they can get a chance to battle with others, which included martial artists, boxers, and many more.

As Cynder and her group made their way across the crowd, they looked around for the bookings. To their dismay when they found the registration booth, however, only two vacancies were left.

"I'm very sorry," said the clerk. "We had so many competitors participating that we're almost completely booked, so please decide carefully who will fill the last positions."

Cynder turned to her friends. "You heard the guy," she said. "So who will it be?"

Draco and Percival looked around with uncertainty. Neither of them were really the combative types.

"I'm just going to get a ticket to enjoy the show," said Lily. "I like to watch the fun."

"Me too," said Draco.

"Me three," said Percival.

"I'm going to compete," said Jakkin. "As y'all know now, I'm the toughest member of the group, and I'm up for putting my kung fu skills to the test."

"Wait a minute, Jakkin," said Torden. "Aren't you forgetting that I'm also a fighter myself? I excel greatly in taekwondo, you know."

"Really?" asked Jakkin doubtfully. "You don't look so hardy to me."

"I most certainly am!" exclaimed Torden. "And I'm also the fastest, so I can deliver blows in a flash!"

"I suppose you can participate in the competition," said Jakkin. "Just don't get cocky, speed isn't everything."

"I'll show you what this blue dragon can do, Jakkin!" declared Torden. "I can beat you with my paws tied behind my back!"

"Oh, for goodness sake," groaned Cynder as she planted her paw on her face. "Can't these two brag about their fighting skills without escalating into an altercation?"

"They're like peas in a pod, if you ask me," said Percival.

"You're so on, buddy!" said Jakkin as he straightened his hat. "Let's see you top me when we have a round against each other!"

"Ha!" laughed Torden, smiling very smugly. "I fight to win, and don't you forget it!"

Author's Note: Looks like Jakkin and Torden have a serious rivalry! Who do you think is going to win the tournament? We'll find out soon enough!