Name pronounciation: Diaphin- die-uh-fin (just in case =3)
Chapter 2
A Change in Destiny
"C'mon Dragoon!" Tyson screamed.
"Drafnite give it all you got!" I screamed.
Both our Beyblade's collided and caused a spark. Dragoon's hit was stronger causing Drafnite to be pushed away. Tyson smiled evilly and began to laugh.
"I have no idea why you wanted to battle me in the first place Valor," Tyson told me with a snobby tone. "It's so obvious whose going to turn out victorious. Right now you're battling with the World Champion and I never lose."
"That may be true Tyson but if you haven't noticed yet, I don't care about losing to you and you're the one who wanted to battle me in the first place which is why I'm battling you right now."
"Uh, hello Valor? Have you ever heard of the word no?"
Hearing what Tyson said made me mad. I was really mad that I put my hands in a fist and my arms began to shake. Kai seemed to have noticed my hands. He could tell that I was mad.
"I've been hearing the word 'no' all my life Tyson and I am done hearing it and it making me want to give up. If I was someone who easily gives up then I would have said no, but the thing is I'm not. What kind of person do you think I am Tyson?" I asked him using an angry tone.
"Whoa Valor. There's no need to get all mad about it. I just met you today so I don't know much about you."
"But I do know a lot about you Tyson."
I couldn't help but notice Tyson's eyes widen with surprise. My remark caught him off guard and I was able to get a clear shot at Dragoon. "Alright Drafnite! Attack head on!"
"HUH?"
Drafnite headed towards Dragoon head on and was able to hit Dragoon at an angle causing Dragoon to be pushed to almost the very edge of the dish. "HEY! That's not fair Valor!" Tyson yelled at me. "I wasn't ready!"
"What a shame," I said. "Here I am facing the World Champion and he still doesn't know that in Beyblade, there is no such thing as waiting? What kind of champion are you?"
"I thought this was a Beyblade battle not an insulting battle!"
"I didn't mean to insult you Tyson but I thought you'd know by now that when it comes to Beyblade there is no such thing as waiting for your opponent. We attack head on whether or not you're ready. If you're not ready that's your loss not mines."
"She does have a point there Tyson." Max said.
"Hey! Whose side are you on?!"
"We're on no one's side Tyson," said Ray. "Focus on your battle because right now you're getting pretty beat." Ray pointed to Dragoon being pulverized by my Drafnite and lots of sparks flying everywhere.
"Oh no Dragoon!"
"Alright Drafnite, take it easy."
When I said that, Drafnite calmed down and went away from Dragoon.
"Hey Valor, why did you do that?"
"I know I shouldn't have done that but I want to see Dragoon's power."
Everyone around me including Tyson gave me a blank look. "I just wanted to see what Dragoon's power is like up close. So what are you waiting for Tyson? You want to show me what Dragoon is made of or what?!"
"Ha ha! You bet Valor! Alright Dragoon! Give it all you got!"
Dragoon started to spin faster and faster. I could see some wind forming around Dragoon as it kept on spinning and spinning. "Hey Valor! Are you ready for what you've been waiting for?"
I gave Tyson a mischievous look and said, "Bring it on Tyson."
Tyson shot his fist up in the air and yelled, "Alright Dragoon! Galaxy Storm attack!"
A huge funnel shape of wind surrounded Dragoon completely. It was hard to see Dragoon but I was ready for whatever was going to hit Drafnite and me. "Now how do you like that Valor?" Tyson asked in a boastful tone.
"Not bad Tyson. People were right about one thing. Your Dragoon's Galaxy Storm is a sight to see."
"I thought so."
"But playing time is over for you Tyson. Now it's my turn to be in the spotlight!"
Tyson couldn't help but give me a blank expression. Not only was he the World Champion but he was also a clueless one.
"Alright Drafnite! Firaga Blaze!"
Just like Dragoon's Galaxy Storm, a huge funnel shape surrounded Drafnite except it was a funnel shape of blazing fire. "Now how do you like that?" I asked.
"Whoa! That is one strong fire! Your Drafnite has amazing power Valor."
"Thanks Tyson! Now why don't Drafnite and I put on a show for you then you and I will attack head on with our strongest attacks. Eventually when our attacks collide, someone's gonna get knocked out which makes them the loser. This way the battle will be over sooner. Is that fair enough for you Tyson?"
Tyson fixed his hat and said, "Sounds good to me!"
Alright Valor, this is your chance. This is your time to shine. Whether or not you lose today, you are still going to turn out a winner and make dad proud! I took something out from behind.
"Hey Tyson! If I do happen to defeat you, you won't be the only one wearing a hat!" I slapped my blue and black hat on my head but not in the same position as Tyson. Instead, I put my hat on an angle just like I always did when I was younger. "I hope you don't mind me wearing my hat Tyson."
"It's a free country isn't it Valor?"
I nodded my head and gave Tyson a mischievous look signaling that the time was here. It was time to determine if I'm the new member of the Bladebreakers or not.
"Dragoon!"
"Drafnite!"
"Galaxy Storm attack full power!"
"Firaga Blaze full blast!"
Both bit beast's conjured up a storm of their element filling our eyes with their naturally beauty. Both attacks collided and mixed together creating a colossal funnel of fire and wind. At this point, both were concealed by the funnel. You could hear them attacking but you were unable to see them.
At last, the storm quieted down and slowly disappeared leaving a small mist of flames and wind and leaving everyone dumbfounded. Who was victorious? Finally it all cleared up and the winner was visible.
I walked to Tyson and said, "I'll be getting out of your way now then Tyson. It was a great opportunity to battle and congratulations."
I walked to my Drafnite and picked it up. "Thanks for everything Drafnite. We would have made dad proud."
A small tear fell. I couldn't help but notice Kai looking at me. I could tell he knew I was disappointed but a deal was a deal and I was warned from the very beginning but I didn't listen. I walked away leaving everyone speechless besides Tyson obviously.
"Alright!" Tyson cheered. "I won and now we don't have to worry about some girl being on our team. Right guys?" Tyson looked at everyone and saw how they all had a sad look on their face. "Hey guys? Why the long faces? I just won remember? That means no new teammate? Guys?"
Surprisingly, Daichi's face was also sad. "What's wrong with all of you? Aren't you happy?"
"You mean you're happy Tyson." said Kenny.
"What are you talking about?"
Everyone just stared at him all with the same sad face. What were they all thinking?
Mr. Dickenson had the same expression.
"Hm…"
~.xxx.~
The next day, Mr. Dickenson invited me to his office.
"Mr. Dickenson," I said. "Is it weird to feel embarrassed and sad even though I didn't care about winning?"
"It's normal for you to feel this way Valor even though you said you didn't care about winning and being on the team but you know deep in your heart what you really wanted."
I lowered my head and I could feel my eyes start to fill up with tears. "I know it's been some tough years for you Valor but you're trying your best to get through it all and battling Tyson was a great start."
"I guess but I still…..I don't know. I still feel weird."
"Don't worry. The boys will turn around eventually."
I sat in my chair with my head down.
"Yeah," I said. "You're probably right Mr. D."
He got up from his seat and went to his cabinet to get something. "What are you doing Mr. Dickenson?"
He didn't answer me right away. He just continued what he was doing.
"Aha!" he said. "I knew it was here somewhere."
"What's that Mr. Dickenson?" I inquired.
"Something for you."
My eyes widened when I heard that he had something for me. I wonder what it could be. I thought. He turned around and handed me a silver box.
"Is this seriously for me?"
"Indeed it is. Open it up."
I took the box and slowly opened it. My eyes widened even more and they slowly started to fill up with tears. "So what do you think?"
"Are you serious Mr. D?"
"You bet I am."
"But….how?!"
Mr. Dickenson gave me a small laugh and said, "I know you have been through a hard time since what happened and your father knew that too. He knew how much Beyblading meant to you and how much this meant."
My eyes were flooded and I could barely breathe. I soon broke out into tears. Mr. Dickenson put his hand on my shoulder and said, "Your father knew that you would have a hard time after you were forced to give it all up so this is why he kept it just in case you have the chance to start all over again and he knew it wouldn't be the same without this."
"Thank you." I was able to say.
"No…thank your father. He knew you'll eventually go back to Beyblading regardless of your mother's wish for you to stop. He knew you would never give up that easily on your dream which is why he kept this for you in the future."
I couldn't help but break down into tears. Mr. Dickenson put his hand on my shoulder and said, "Everything's going to be okay Valor."
I wiped away my tears and held it tight. After all these years, I was finally reunited with my Beyblade. Diaphin.
"I can't believe he kept it after all these years. But how did you get it Mr. D?"
"Your father gave it to me so just in case something happens to him and he's not able to give this back to you, he wanted me to do the honours and give it you."
I was able to put a smile on my face. I looked up at Mr. Dickenson and said, "I'm so glad my father knew such a great man like you Mr. D"
"I'm lucky myself Valor. So what do you say you go down to the gym and talk the rest of them into letting you on the team now that you're ready?"
I got up from my seat and rushed to the door. I turned to Mr. Dickenson and bowed and walked away. "Such an amazing child."
~.xxx.~
I reached the gym and went inside where I saw everyone there talking all with serious faces.
"No!" I heard Tyson say. "We can't do that guys!"
"Why not Tyson?" asked Max.
"Because I am the World Champion and I have the ability to tell who's good and whose not. In this case she ain't one of them. So in this case she-"
"But Tyson," interjected Ray. "She really is good. I mean I know she didn't do much but her potential is there. You just didn't give her enough time to show it."
"But is it my fault that she wanted to make this battle quick? I don't think so!"
"But Tyson," said Hilary. "She did that on purpose for the sake of you. She knew how much you wanted this battle to get over with and win."
"What are you talking about Hilary I-"
"Am I interrupting something?" I interjected.
"Yeah you are." Tyson replied using his snobby tone once again. "But it wouldn't matter since this is about you."
"Oh?"
"Yeah Valor. If you're here to beg us to let you on the time then you've wasted your time because no one wants you on the team. NO ONE."
I was speechless. I was here trying to make them reconsider and allow me to show my true light with Diaphin but unfortunately I can't.
"But Tyson I-"
"Decision is made Valor. You said you'll be leaving me alone now so why don't you go do that?"
I couldn't help but feel frozen and shocked. I never knew that Tyson would be this rude about the situation.
"I guess it'll always be like that in my life." I turned around and slowly walked away.
"And what's that Valor?"
I stopped in my tracks and said, "To show my true light." And I continued to walk.
Everyone's face was blank. Kai's was the only one that showed some sort of feeling.
There goes my chance…..to show who I am….
~.xxx.~
"But Valor…why?" asked Mr. Dickenson.
I stared at Diaphin and held it tight.
"I thought my father was going to be right that I will be able to reunite with Beyblade and be able to show my skills and be on a team and be the World Champion." I stretched my arm towards Mr. Dickenson and dropped Diaphin into his palm. "But unfortunately…my mother's power got its way. I don't have a Beyblade…I don't have the skills and most importantly…I don't have a team." I turned around and walked away. "Thanks for everything Mr. D." And with that I was gone.
Suddenly, there was a knock at Mr. Dickenson's door.
"Come in."
The person opened the door and walked in. "Oh Kai. What are you doing here?"
"I came to speak my mind." He stood there for a bit and said, "I want Valor on the team."
Mr. Dickenson sighed with relief.
"Finally. Someone was able to break from Tyson's words and say something. Thank you Kai. What makes you want her on the team?"
"Her skills are outstanding. She didn't show much in the battle but so far it looks like she's great. She shows no fear when battling and she's not scared of losing. For sure she's a bit sensitive but I can tell she can easily get passed it even if pressured by people like Tyson."
"That is exactly what I was thinking….but unfortunately…she doesn't agree."
"Really?"
"Yes. Tyson's words have hurt her very badly and she has given up Beyblading. Now she is planning to move with her grandparents in Hayate to start a new life where no one will know her and keep Beyblading out of her life and heart."
"Mr. Dickenson...I need you to tell me everything you know about Valor. Especially her past."
"Have a seat."
Their conversation lasted for a good fifteen minutes.
"Thank you. Do you happen to know where she is now?"
"I believe she is at the station waiting for the train to take her to Hayate."
Kai got up from his seat and rushed to the door. "Kai before you go, take this." Mr. Dickenson threw something at Kai and he caught it. "I think she will be needing it."
Kai nodded his head and walked away.
~.xxx.~
Okay so second chapter...and sorry again if it's crap....but I tried my best to make it good =3...anyways...hope you enjoy =D
