Chapter 2: Worries And Training
Disclaimer: I do not own OK K.O.! Let's Be Heroes or anything related to it. It's rightfully owed by its respective owners and company.
AN: Hey guys just want to thank you all for the support and what not. I hope you all like the story so far. Now I'm gonna tell to you guys what expect from this story. One, I'm still opened about pairings. Which don't have to be only with KO. They're could Rad and Enid, Rad and Raymond or Enid and Red Action. I really don't have a problem with any pairing. The second thing is that KO will interact with characters and minor characters who don't get enough screen time. Characters like Punching Judy, Shy Ninja, Ernesto, Gladys and many others. The third thing is that KO will have to deal all the joys of being a teenager. Like puberty, which is so fun. He's going deal with a lot of things. Like the changes his body is going through. And dealing with his teenage hormones. He might even explore his sexuality. Not like in sex or anything like that. This story is rated T for a reason. What I mean is that he'll wonder if he likes girls, boys or even both. The final thing is that while KO will be strong. He won't be invincible. He'll lose some battles and win some. Anyways, that's all I wanted to say. I hope you enjoy the chapter… ON WITH THE CHAPTER! Enjoy!
"Honey, the one thing you aren't is a bother. You're my son." Carol told KO in a caring and soft tone. Which helped him feel a little bit better. What sealed the deal was the small peck Carol gave him on the forehead. "No matter how big you get. You're still my little dumbbell. And don't you forget that."
"Ok mom. I won't." KO replied with a smile. "But what are we going to do? Just sit here and wait for Dr. Recovery to figure something out?"
Carol soon gave a big laugh as she playfully gave KO a slap on the back.
"Of course not kiddo! We're going to train!" Carol happily exclaimed which shocked KO. "We're going to get through this son. I'm going to help you gain control of that strength of yours. And who knows, you'll probably be a hero in no time!"
That instantly got KO's spirits up! While it bothered him he wasn't a kid anymore. He was stronger than before. So he was going enjoy this as long as he can. And being tall was kind of cool too.
With a determine look KO gave a nod and a thumbs up to his mom. Which made her smile.
"Ok then kiddo! We'll leave tomorrow morning and I'll take you to this secret spot where I used to train when I was your age! You'll have control of that strength in no time!" Carol cheerfully stated with pride. "Now, how about we get some grub!"
KO gave a swift and excited nod.
But as KO and his mom got up and made there way to the kitchen. Someone or something sinister was plotting deep inside KO.
KO's Subconscious
Somewhere deep in KO's mind, a shadowy figure was surrounded in the dark and was trapped in a cage.
But the figure slowly grabbed one of the bars of the cage. And with a sinister laugh he began to bend the bar with ease!
"That's right… train and get stronger." The figure said with a dark smile as he continued to bend the bar. His sharp teeth locked into a sinister smile. "It'll only make it more sweeter when I take control again. And this time it will be for good!"
And soon the figure continued on laughing as the bar kept bending.
With KO And Carol
While KO was completely unaware of what was happening in his mind. He and his mom were enjoying some well deserved lunch. Which were peanut butter and jelly sandwiches! Something KO loved deeply! In no time he finished his sandwich with ease.
After that Carol began to pack up and prepare for tomorrow. KO would have helped but he was afraid he might break something.
An hour later Carol had all the things needed for a training trip. Which was basically camping if you thought about it. She packed up a tent, sleeping bags, survival equipment like a survival axe and other things. Another thing she packed up on was food. Enough for probably about a week.
After she had everything packed. Carol decided to help KO a little since they didn't have to leave until tomorrow. The first thing she did was trying to train him on restraint. Since KO didn't really know his own strength. Carol thought it would be best to test it out.
Something Carol unfortunately found out the hard way.
Turns out challenging your now super strong teenage son to an arm wrestling match wasn't exactly a smart thing to do.
Thankfully Carol could handle any punishment. Something people like Mr. Gar could not probably handle.
Anyways, after that. Carol tried her best to teach KO about restraint. But sadly it was a lot harder than it looked. And was a bit more messy.
Good thing they were practicing on eggs and not anything else.
A couple hours later KO showed promise. However it was too early to tell. Carol would have to really test her son when they left for her training spot. Thankfully they wouldn't have to wait too long. Since it was already getting close to bedtime. Which meant Carol had to get dinner ready. Something she wasn't prepared for today sadly.
But she managed to whip something up.
After eating dinner, which were hotdogs. Another of KO's favorites. Carol helped KO to bed. Where she kissed him goodnight and after that she went off to bed herself.
KO couldn't sleep however.
There was just so many things going through his mind. But the one that bothered him most was the fact his body was… different. Not just because he was taller or even stronger, but what bothered him was that he noticed he had some hair on his armpits and… his lower area.
It really freaked him out. However he didn't tell his mom because it was just so embarrassing. How was he supposed to tell her or ask her about things like that. Sure Dr. Recovery did say his body was changing. But he would have never thought like this.
While KO liked being a teenager, he just wish his body didn't have to change so much. It really made him…angry? Which was strange because he usually keeps his anger in check. Of course he got mad like everyone else. It was just weird for him to be mad over something so small.
With a heavy sigh KO tussled and turned on his now small bed. Which was another thing that bothered him.
"Why didn't anyone tell me growing up was hard?" KO asked himself as looked up at his ceiling a small frown. "I wonder if it'll get easier? But probably not."
After a good minute of looking up at the ceiling. KO slowly started to get sleepy. Eventually he closed his eyes and drifted off into sleep.
The Next Day
It was about 7 or 8 in the morning. And Carol was already up and outside packing up the car for their trip.
While she did that, KO was in his room.
KO was digging through all his stuff. Mainly his clothes. Some of which that didn't fit him now. Like his blue sleeves jackets and tank tops. As he did that he was also looking through his pow card collection.
Where he was mainly looking at the heroes and villains who were around his age. Teenagers. The reason why was because he wanted to see if any of there into had anything about being a teenager. But sadly he couldn't find anything. He only saw stats and background info and levels.
However that didn't stop him as he kept going through his collection. And as he did that he suddenly stopped when he found two pow cards he knew quite well. Which were Enid and Rad's.
"Don't worry guys… I'll be back at Gar's before you know it." KO stated with a smile. After that he was about to close the large book and place it back. But he suddenly stopped when he saw Enid's picture. And soon he had a light blush on his face as he kept looking at her pictures. Which was beginning to make him feel funny. "Man… I never knew Enid was so pretty before."
Shorty after he said that KO heard a car horn honking outside. That quickly snapped him back to reality. He then heard his mom calling for him.
"KO! It's time to go! Make sure everything is turned off and don't forget to lock any of the doors or windows!" Carol called out from the car as he had the window rolled down. "Hurry up kiddo we're burning daylight!"
"OK mom!" KO yelled out as he closed his book of pow cards. He then placed it back where he found it and turned the light off as he left his room. Afterwards he went around the house to make sure everything was turned off and locked just like his mother asked. "Well, it looks like we're ready to go!"
With a big smile KO grabbed his backpack filled with a few of his possessions. And the few clothes that for him. He then made his way to the front door and before he went outside he made sure to lock it before he left. Which he did do.
Afterwards he quickly made his way to the car where his mom was waiting.
"You got everything honey?" Carol asked as she unlocked the side passenger seat door for KO. Who opened it and took a seat as he closed the door. He then turned to his mom while giving a nod. "OK then, let's get this party rolling kiddo!"
Carol looked to be happy as she slowly drove the car out of the driveway. She then got onto the road and quickly drove off to where they were heading.
But as she did that, KO couldn't help but worry. Even though he had nothing to worry about. He couldn't help but dwell on what was going to happen. About his training, his changes, his path to being a hero and most importantly his family and friends.
'I wonder how they're going to react when they see me? Will they recognize me? Will they still want to be friends with me even when I'm like this?' KO thought with a slight frown as he began to worry again. Because what if was right. Will his friends still be his friends when they find out what happened to him? 'I'm not the same KO. I'm probably never going to see Dendy at school. I'm not the same goofball Enid and Rad like to hang out with. I may have still act like a kid… but I don't look like one."
KO soon let out a deep sigh as he laid his head on the car window. Watching the passing cars and scenery.
Whatever happens, there's nothing KO could do about it. Until Dr. Recovery finds a way to fix this or if he can find that old wizard he was sadly stuck like this.
KO was soon silent the rest of the drive. Something Carol noticed but she decided not to bring it up. She thought it would be best to give KO some space. If he had a problem he would tell her. That's what normally happened. But sadly KO isn't exactly normal anymore.
Carol not liking the awkward silence, decided to turn on the radio to listen to some music.
'This is going to be a long week.' Carol thought with a small sigh. 'At least I have KO. Maybe this training trip won't be so bad.'
Almost immediately after saying that Carol felt a sudden chill down. Like a bad omen. Carol quickly brushed it off as nothing. But deep down she knew something was up.
Four Hours Later
The long drive wasn't too bad. KO actually slept most of the way and Carol only listened to the radio. They took a few pit stops and bathroom breaks along the way. They even ate at an old classy dinner.
A few hours later they had finally arrived to their destination.
"Well kiddo, we're here!" Carol happily declared with a smile as she stopped the car. KO then instantly got up from his nap and started stretch a little. "Come on KO, let's get camp set up and then we'll get down to training!"
Before KO could say anything his mom was already out of the car. KO only gave a slight shrug as he started to get out of the car. And when he got out he was amazed by what he saw.
Apparently his mom's secret training spot was near a small lake surrounded by woodland and trees. A place where someone would probably camp at. Overall the place looked beautiful. He could see why his mom kept a place like this secret.
"KO, come help me unpack!" Carol called out to her son from behind the car. "We need to set up camp now if we want to get some training in for today!"
"OK mom!" KO replied loudly with a smile as he quickly made his way behind the car to help unpack.
Which was clearly gonna take awhile.
Half An Hour Later
Now that camp was finally set up. Both KO and his mom gathered around a camp fire they had just recently made. Near by they set up a large tent they'll share. And they also made a deep hole far from camp when they needed to use the bathroom. Disgusting, but needed.
"Alright, now that camp is set up. I think it's time tell what we're going to be doing." Carol explained in a serious but caring tone that got KO's attention. Seeing that she had her son's attention Carol started to speak. "The reason why we're here is to test out your newfound strength and any other abilities you might have. And after that I'll teach you how to control those abilities and strength. We don't want you to accidentally hurt yourself or anyone, alright kiddo?"
"Right!" KO agreed proudly with a determined look in his eyes.
This caused Carol to smile, it was nice to still see her son still being himself. Carol then quickly hopped up and motioned KO to follow her. Which he did with gusto. She then started to lead her son far from camp and into the forest. And stopped in front of a big redwood tree.
"OK KO, now I want you to punch this tree as hard as you can." Carol carefully instructed with a serious demeanor. KO of course was shocked by this request. And just as he was about to say something, Carol beat him to it. "It's alright son, just punch it with all your might. You have nothing to worry about, I promise."
That immediately made KO's doubts and fears go away. His mom promised him it was alright. And that's something she would never lie about.
So KO walked right in front of the very large tree. While he hesitated for a second. He quickly prepared himself. He took a very deep breath and with a fire in his eyes he punched the tree with everything he had!
CRASH!
The tall strong redwood tree was instantly ripped apart! Like it was hit by a rocket! Pieces of wood were sent flying everywhere! Almost like an explosion had happened!
Carol's jaw immediately dropped by what she just saw! Her son with one punch destroyed a big and strong redwood tree like it was nothing! While she expected him to probably topple it, she never thought he would have destroyed!
While Carol continued to reel back from what she just saw, no one was more shocked than KO himself. With a very shocked expression he looked at his hand with awe, shock and a little bit of fear.
"O-ok, well… I wasn't expecting that but good job kiddo!" Carol tried to say without the shaky tone but couldn't do it. "It looks like we have a lot of work to do. A whole lot."
KO was still standing there in shock. A million of things were going through his head. And all of them had him worried. Like how was he going to control this raw strength? Could he? What if he couldn't?
Carol noticed the state her son was in. In fact she felt the same way when she discovered her own strength and abilities. She was so scared and shocked when she found out she could copy other people's abilities. Her strength was something she gained over time.
So yeah, Carol knew exactly how her son was feeling.
"KO, I know it seems a lot to handle. But I promise you'll get the hang of it." Carol did her best to reassure her son. Who slowly snapped out of his shock. Seeing she was getting through to him she continued on. "That's why we're here. So we can help you figure this out. So you have really, really strong super strength. I do as well honey. And I can teach you how to control it. Ok?"
KO gave a small and shaky nod.
"OK then, now that we know you're strength… let's see what else you can do." Carol said with a smile.
Meanwhile At Lakewood Plaza Turbo
It was a pretty normal day for the people at the plaza. People were working, shopping or hanging out. A few were even fighting villains but that was a normal thing. Speaking of which, Shy Ninja was currently fighting her arch enemy Vormulax. A battle that was taking place in the parking lot. A few onlookers watched or cheered for Shy Ninja. Who was having trouble with all the people watching her. But she kept on fighting.
"Man, looks like Shy Ninja is really going to town out there. Right Enid?" Radicles stated with a laid back tone as he swept the floor by the counter where Enid was currently at. Who didn't say a word as she was looking through her phone at the moment. "Hello, earth to Enid?"
"Yeah?" Enid relied in her usual tone as she didn't take her eyes off her phone.
"Are you still checking to see if KO texted you yet?" Rad asked with a slight groan as he stopped sweeping the floor. "Didn't Mr. Gar told you chill out. He's just sick. Quite worrying about the squirt. He'll be back here in no time."
"I'm not worried… I'm just a little concerned is all." Enid admitted with a light blush as she kept on looking through her phone. "Besides, aren't you not a little bit suspicious of what Mr. Gar told us. I mean, both KO and his mom are apparently sick and they'll both be back by the end of the week. How can Mr. Gar be so sure?"
"Look Enid, I know you're soft on the little goofball. But seriously though. What's got you so worried?" Rad asked as he looked to Enid with a somewhat suspicious look.
Enid immediately hid her face from Rad by using her phone. A couple minutes later, Enid finally cracked and with a loud sigh spilled the beans.
"Look, I can't stop thinking that whatever happened to KO is probably my fault." Enid admitted with a somber tone in a somewhat regretful look. "And I can't stop but think this all because of that stupid old wizard we fought the other day. What if whatever he hit KO did something wrong to him."
Rad only sighed as he decided to continue on sweeping. He knew better than to try and change Enid's mind. When that girl had her mind set on something there was no stopping her.
"KO can handle himself Enid. Of course he isn't as strong as yours truly!" Radicles boasted as he flexed his muscles. Which made Enid roll her eyes in annoyance. "But the little guy is tough in his own way. So stop worrying about the squirt. He'll be back here in no time."
While Enid hated to admit, Rad was right. Even through he was totally full of himself. But Enid still wasn't convinced. She took a look at her phone as she brought up a picture. Which showed herself and KO smiling and laughing together.
This caused her to crack a small smile. She and KO were close, real close. Even though she would never openly admit. Enid was grateful to have KO in her life. He was like another little brother.
Sometimes she wished she met KO back when she was still around his age. Before she met Elodie or Radicles. Who knows, they might have been more than friends too. But sadly that was the old Enid. The Enid who still cared. Who was sadly gone.
Enid gave out a small sigh placed her phone back in her pocket. Because the fight Shy Ninja was in was over. And some people were beginning to head into Gar's.
'Whatever is going on with you KO, I hope you're alright.'
A Full Week Later
It was a beautiful morning. The sun was shining, the birds and other creatures were already up. A couple had even stopped by the small lake to get a quick drink. However the peaceful moment had stopped when a series of loud crashes were heard!
Crash!
Crash!
Crash!
The animals who were in the area quickly took off. All clearly startled by the noise. The noises only grew louder until the sounds of fighting could be heard! And then suddenly two figures came out of the forest and were fighting each other!
And these figures were none other than KO and his mom. Both of who seemed to be having a good spar.
KO who's clothes were a bit ripped was trying his best to hit his mom! But unfortunately she was too fast. The training he's been through clearly showed. His hair was bit longer and it looked like he's been through hell and back. He had a couple scrapes and small scars but didn't look tired at all!
His mom Carol didn't look too good as well. Her clothes were a bit ripped and she had a few scars here and there but nothing major. In fact she looked very thrilled to be fighting!
The spar itself looked like something from a movie or anime. Both were moving so fast anyone who was would have trouble keeping up. They're punches, dodges, kicks and blocks were going do fast. Like this fight was an actual one!
"Come on kiddo!" Carol yelled out as she kept on dodging or blocking her songs attacks! "Don't tell me this all you got!"
KO only responded with more attacks!
After a minute of dodging and blocking, Carol decided it was time to attack. Just as KO threw another punch Carol gave a hard overhead chop! That KO thankfully blocked. He then delivered a hard gut punch that his mom couldn't block in time!
With a painful grunt Carol was sent a couple feet away from KO. But she was still on her feet!
KO quickly decided to continue his attack! In an unbelievable feet of speed KO almost instantly came out of nowhere to deliver a barrage of punches! Luckily Carol had finally recovered brought her arms up to shield the blows of the punches.
Carol soon started to move backwards as KO pushed her back with his assault!
'He's getting stronger!' Carol thought with a smile as she kept being pushed back! 'But not stronger than me!'
Immediately following that thought Carol in a flash disappeared! That made KO stop his attack in shock! Then KO felt a strong punch on his right cheek that sent him flying! Carol had just suddenly appeared next to KO and gave his a mean right hook!
But KO wasn't beaten yet! He quickly landed on his hands and did a back flip landing on his feet! However Carol wasn't done just yet! She ran towards KO at unbelievable speed and when she got to him she started to deliver her own barrage of punches!
KO barely had enough time to block the upcoming assault! Luckily he managed to bring his arms up to block his mom's brutal attack! Unfortunately though KO now found himself in the same situation he had his mom in only minutes ago! The brutal barrage of punches made KO begin to slowly move back!
'Crap! I have to do something quick!' KO thought as he kept blocking his mom's attacks. But he was beginning to feel tired! Which meant he had to do something quick or he was going to lose this spar! 'I know it's risky but I need to use my power! Hopefully this time I can control it better this time!"
Before KO could put his plan into action he needed to get some space between him and his mom. Who didn't look like she wasn't going to stop anytime. So, KO had little choice of using his newfound powers!
'Here goes nothing!' KO thought as he quickly grabbed his mom's hand! Which caught her by surprise! After grabbing her hand KO grabbed her arm with his other hand and threw her over his shoulder! Resulting a fast judo throw!
While that would have worked on a normal person, Carol was not a normal person! So after she was thrown into the air she did a flip and landed on her feet! But before she could go for another attack KO beat her to it!
"Take this!" KO yelled out as he disappeared a large puff of smoke! That looked like a technique Enid would use! Before Carol could do anything KO appeared right in front of her and began to produce a blue flaming kick! "Power Foot Fireball!"
Without little warning Carol was hit in the stomach by a large blue fire ball that KO kicked out!
Carol with a loud yelp was sent flying into a tree and then another one and then another one!
Crash!
After that KO stood there shocked by what he did! But before he could run off to check on his mom. A loud yell was heard, and then KO felt enormous pain! Right on his stomach, where Carol delivered a very powerful kick that sent KO flying towards some trees! But before he could hit them his mom appeared in a flash and caught him!
"Are you OK peanut?" Carol asked clearly worried for her son. "Can you hear me?"
"Y-yeah! I can hear you" KO wheezed out in pain as his mom held him bridal style. "That really, really, really hurt mom! Like ow!"
"Oh come on KO, if I really wanted to hurt you I would have done." Carol said with a smile as she placed KO back on his feet. Who was still reeling from the kick he got. It still hurt a little but the pain was manageable. Carol then gave KO serious and disappointed look. "KO I told you not mimic powers until you get better control over it. What if I was someone else? Because I can tell you now they wouldn't be up right."
KO had a regretful expression as he hung his head in shame.
"I'm sorry mom. I thought I could get a handle on it. After all Enid makes it look so easy." KO stated as he began to slowly make his way back to camp.
Carol only stood there giving her son a sympathetic look. She then slowly started to follow him back to camp.
A few minutes later they were both back at camp. KO took a well needed seat next to the fire pit. Carol on the other hand walked to the car that was still parked next to their tent to get out a drink for her and KO.
"I'm sorry of I disappointed you mom." KO apologized as he started a fire in the fireplace. "I just wanted to show you how strong I've gotten is all."
"Don't worry about it honey." Carol reassured KO as she walked to him and took a seat next to him. A bottle of water in each hand. One of which she handed to KO. Who accepted it and took a swig of it. "I already know you're strong sweetie. You don't have anything to prove. Unless, it's not just me you're trying to prove it to."
KO only stared at the fire. With a small sigh KO decided it was time to spill the beans.
"Mom, I've got all this strength and power. But how come I feel like I cheated somehow?" KO asked as he looked to his mom for answers. Who was surprised by her sons answer. "You told me there are no shortcuts to greatness. And yet here I am. Stronger and faster because I got cursed. If that isn't cheating than I don't know what is."
Carol continued to look at her son in surprise. In some way what he was saying was true. But that wasn't the thing that surprised her. What surprised her was how mature her son was being.
The old KO would have probably let most of this get to his head. And his ego would have been worse than that Rad kid. But he wasn't doing that. In fact it was the exact opposite.
"KO, the paths we take to greatest aren't set in stone. There are no shortcuts, only obstacles. While you are stronger, your not invincible." Carol explained carefully to her son. Who listened closely to the wise words his mom was giving him. "Just because a seedling grows up a bit faster into a strong tree. That doesn't mean that it didn't happen without a reason."
"KO this happened to you because of a reason. Not because you were unlucky or lucky. And it's your job to find that reason." Carol finished saying as she gently placed her hand on KO's cheek. Who gave a small nod as his mom's words hit him. "OK then, I think it's time we get back to training."
KO soon let out a exhausted sigh as he dropped to the floor with a loud groan. UT appeared training had taken a toll on KO. Thankfully today was they're last day of training. And tomorrow they would get to go back home.
'I can't wait to see everyone! Especially Enid!' KO thought with a minor blush.
Something he clearly didn't notice. While all his friends have been on his mind. Enid was the one he thought about most though. KO thought it was because he and her were a lot closer than any other his friends were. But deep down he knew it was something more. He couldn't just figure it out though.
"Come on KO, we still got some more strength training!" Carol called out to her son as she made her way into the forest.
"Coming mom!" KO yelled back as he got off the ground and ran after his mom.
While KO was getting strong and dealing with these confusing feelings. Deep inside his mind someone else was doing the same.
KO's Subconscious
"Looks like it's going to be awhile before I can break out here." The shadowy figure said with a frown as he tried to bend his cages bars. But to no avail. "Guess all this training is making KO stronger mentally as well. Never thought that would happen."
The figure then punched one of the bars that made it dent. But in slowly undented itself in some way. Which didn't make the figure happy not one bit. He soon gave out a frustrated sigh as he just sat down.
"I can wait, it's only a matter of time until he starts to crack." The figure stated with a sinister smile. "After all, good things come to those who wait."
And as soon as he said that. An image of Enid appeared in front of his cage.
"All good things indeed." The figure said with a creepy smile as he looked at the image with a lustful gaze.
To Be Continued
AN: Wow, that was a chapter wasn't it? Sorry if I made any mistakes. So, what do you guts think? Looks like KO might be developing a small crush on Enid. And apparently TKO, in a very creepy way too. It also looks like KO has inherited his mom's powers too. It won't be long until KO returns back to the plaza. I wonder what's everyone's reaction will be? Guess only time will tell. Anyways thanks for reading! I hope you enjoyed it! If you have any questions or suggestions for pairings or other stuff leave them in a review or PM me. Expect another chapter in the coming weeks or next month at the latest. Cause I need to work on my other stories too. See ya!
