More beybattles. le sigh
I meant to do this in my last chapter:
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A Team Is Formed Part 2
Kai smirked. That wasn't really much of a challenge. And Tyson wouldn't be either. He held up his hand and Dranzer leapt into it. He could feel the energy emitting from the blade. It sent shivers down his spine. He glanced at Ray, who was standing in disbelief. He knew Kai was strong but…man.
He grinned. "That was amazing Kai. You deserved to win. I wish you luck for the final."
Nodding, Kai put his blade back into his pocket, along with his launcher; feeling the warmth it gave him. Now all he had to do was wait for the next beydish to be installed.
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"Well done Max! That was a totally awesome match there!" Tyson grinned from ear to ear.
"Thank you Tyson. I'll be rooting for you in the final!" He gave a thumb's up.
Giving Max another grin, he walked over to where Kai was standing.
"Hey Kai! I guess it's you and me in the finals huh? Well let the best blader win!" he once again extended his hand, only this time grasped it tightly. Very tightly.
"Oh, I intend to." He hissed.
Tyson shook his head. "You do that."
He looked out into the crowd. Watching the spectators cheer and support him gave him a thrill. This was his first ever. It was an adrenalin rush. But some people had to spoil it! He looked around the crowd again and spotted a familiar figure in a denim skirt arguing with the security. Laughing, he went over to help her out.
"Is there a problem Garnet?"
She rolled her eyes. "No duh." She gestured towards the security. "These people won't let me in to see you. And Kai. And Max. And Ray."
The security looked at each other. "Miss, we didn't say you couldn't go in. We just said we weren't going to lift you down."
"It's the same difference!" She pouted at them. "Tyysoonn. Will you pleeeeease help me?"
Quickly he lifted her down into the arena where she glared at the security one last time before devoting her full attention to Tyson.
"Well. That was one killer match. For a minute there I was actually worried! But of course I guess you're pretty much undefeatable. Except for Kai" She looked at him slyly.
"I'm not worried. I mean sure, he's tough. But I bet Dragoon could teach that overgrown pigeon a few things!"
"Sure. I don't actually have a clue about bitbeasts and whatnot."
"Well I'll tell you. You see some bladers-"
"And that's my cue to leave. Kick ass in the final!" She blew him a kiss.
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Kai was sitting quietly on a bench while he watched the new dish being installed. A pretty basic standard dish. No problem for him or for Dranzer.
"What's so interesting?" Garnet cocked her head to see form Kai's point of view. "Hmm must be a guy thing. Well mister! In the finals huh? You and my little cousin. What's a girl to do!"
Kai looked up at her. "He has other support. I need you in my corner. Now and always."
"Kai I'll always be in your corner." She took a seat beside him and clasped his hand in a way that was invisible to the public. "It looks like they're almost ready. It sucks how you just have to sit around and wait doesn't it? Well not for you who can go into a world of his own. You'd think they'd have it more thought out though." She sat for a few minutes in silence. "Oh look! They're gesturing you to go up! I think it's starting. I'm not going to say it. Break a leg!"
Giving her hand a little squeeze he got up and watched over the Jazzman.
"Ladies and gentlemen! Thank you for waiting with us! This is it folks! It's been a gruelling day but we've finally narrowed it down to just TWO FINALISTS! And here they are! Please give it up for the new comer Tyson," he was interrupted with cheers, "And Kai!" Once again the cheers made him inaudible.
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There was a short break while their stats were given to the audiences at home. The two players used this time to prepare their beyblades and launchers. Kai looked at his Dranzer one last time. He loved the power it made him feel. Like there was at least one aspect of his life he had control over.
Jazzman once again took his place in the centre of the arena, a clear sign the commentators were finished with the blader's analyses.
"Right you two, try not to make a mess of this dish okay?" He whispered to them, resulting in a big grin from Tyson.
"Okay you know what to do! 3…2…1…LET IT RIP!"
Kai released his blade with so much power; Tyson's went hurtling back on impact. 'This will be quick. Tyson's tired out already!'
"Come on Tyson! Is this all you've got! I wanted a challenge!"
Tyson could feel his fury bubble in inside of him. Who did Kai think he is? That cocky smile on his smug little face! He would wipe that off soon enough!
"Dragoon! Give him all you've got!"
The beyblades continued to slam into each other, sending shockwaves down each player's spines. It was impossible to tell you had an upper hand. Tyson's hit Kai's and was in turn hit back.
"Dranzer finish this off! Giga flare!"
The phoenix stretched her fiery wings and got ready to use her ultimate move.
"Dragoon counter it!" Tyson winced as the attack was about to be unleashed off his blade. He looked frantically around him, searching for support within the crowd. His eyes cast over Ray and Max; his Grandpa and Kenny; and Garnet: Kai's only support.
Dranzer released an ear pinching shriek and let her fire make its way to the other blade, the air coming with it to create the uttermost damage.
"Dragoon! Never mind a counter! Use your Dragon Storm now!"
Every single person in the arena held their breath as the two powers clashed with each other, creating a tornado of dust. Garnet watched through her fingers as it settled. Ray and Max leaned in closer. Tyson looked edgy and even apprehension was clear on Kai's face. Slowly, slowly, vision grew clearer,. The results could be made out. One blader felt the sting of defeat. Something he hadn't felt in a long time.
"Wow. What a battle! But the winner of the match and the tournament is the rookie… Tyson!" The crowd erupted into cheers as Tyson flashed a v-sign for victory.
Kai felt his stomach double over. How could he be beaten? He watched as Tyson was presented with the trophy that a few minutes ago belonged to him. The bitter taste of defeat still fresh in his mouth.
"I told you to watch out for him. Well now you know! But for what's its worth, you were great!" Garnet pulled him into a hug. He returned it.
Everyone turned as Mr Dickinson, head of the BBA, made his way to join the twosome, with Tyson, Ray, Max and Kenny at his back.
"Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls. Today I am happy to announce a surprise to you all. This year, not only is there a champion coming out of this tournament; but also a champion team! I would like to introduce the BBA's official blading team consisting of Ray, Tyson, Max and, as their team captain, Kai!"
At first there was silence as the announcement sunk in. Then, an eruption of applause. The idea clearly favoured by everyone. Only Kai seemed unhappy.
"Hey guys, since we're going to be a team, shouldn't we have a name?" suggested Max.
"What about 'Tyson's Team'?"
Ray grimaced. "That is not only corny but seriously stupid."
"Well what do you want?" Tyson though for a moment. "I know! We blade right? And we break blades on occasions right? How about the 'Blade Breakers?"
Garnet considered this. "That's not actually too bad."
Max and Ray nodded in agreement.
"Kai?" Kenny put in his two-cents worth.
He rolled his eyes. "It'll do. And what are you on this team anyway? You're not exactly an accomplished blader?"
Kenny straightened up his tie. "I'm the engineer. You know, to fix up your blades. And help you with strategies."
"Whatever. Mr Dickenson? Who know how to contact me, I'm assuming. If not, I'll be in touch. Garnet I'll see you later."
The rest of the ream looked in disbelief at their captain's attitude as he walked away and continued talking.
Garnet was upset. What was wrong with him. Was that fear in his eyes? No. Dread. 'What's wrong with you Kai? What are you hiding from me?' Shrugging it off, she joined in the boy's excited conversation. Kai could wait.
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As his chauffer pulled the car up at his front door, Kai could feel real dread. Not quite fear yet. He knew what was in store. The minute he walked through the door he could feel a pair of eyes leering down at him.
"What was that? You let a weakling like that ruin your good reputation? I would have thought better of you Kai. Well, you're clearly not as strong as I expected." Voltaire sneered.
"I did what I could. He is stronger than he looks." Kai couldn't meet his eyes. Failure was inexcusable.
"I bet he was. You're a disgrace. Go to your room, I don't want to have to look at you!"
Feeling the anger boil up inside him, he walked past his grandfather, feeling the rage from his body. He reached his room and quietly shut the door. It seems he would be alone that night. But what else was new. He sat on his bed in frustration. How could Voltaire ever understand? He could only understand perfection. He slowly got ready for bed, contemplating the day's events. As soon as his head touched his pillow, he could feel sleep catch up on him. Tomorrow's another day...
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