Chapter 4: Crash the Party

I still don't see how that chick beat me. Koshida complained, stuffing a burger into his mouth. The following day Koshida was having a barbeque at his house, half a dozen other racers going in. Maybe _that's_ what's slowing you down. Haruka chuckled as he gulped down the burger, taking a seat on a picnic bench next to him. I'm serious Tenoh! She's ... she's ... a girl! Haruka was ready to punch Koshida at his comment but Raeyana got to him first. Hey! I'm standing right here you know. Yes, there you are. Koshida replied, poking her in the stomach.

Speak of the devil ... Koshida mumbled, noticing Michiru walking towards them. Oh, I forgot to tell you, Haruka said, I invited her to join us today ... introduce her to several other racers she'll be going up again soon. You haven't even officially met the girl yet, and you're already being nice? He looked at the girl and continued to eat, But I have to say, you do have good taste. Haruka pushed him on his shoulder and stood up, It's nothing like that. she gritted through her teeth. Michiru! Glad you could make it! she shouted, motioning for her to come on over.

Michiru smiled, Glad to receive an invitation. Glancing down at Koshida she winked at him, No hard feelings? Koshida sighed, Beginner's luck. Haruka kicked him in his back, --Ow I mean, no, not at all. There's food over on the barbeque, feel free to help yourself. Once she was out of an earshot Koshida turned on Haruka, You didn't have to hit so hard! he grumbled, rubbing his back. Come on, she's new around here. Just be nice.

Suddenly several loud shots rang out in the air, and a black sedan drove past with a few gun shooters hanging out of the window. Everyone get down!! Haruka shouted, the men from the cars hollering before speeding off. Everyone ok? she called, looking around. Ok over here. Raeyana called back, followed by several other shouts from the other racers.

Who the hell was that?!? Michiru screamed, brushing some dead grass off her clothing as she stormed towards Haruka and Koshida. The blonde ruffled her hair slightly before replying, You hear about the mayor's son? Michiru nodded. Those were his so-called *groupies*. They think it was my fault that his car crashed ... Koshida growled under his breath, Who the hell do they think they are coming to _MY_ house?! Haruka put a hand on his shoulder, Let it go, we'll make them pay for it ... we stick to the plan till the end. His cheeks were still flaming, but he nodded. Michiru tilted her head in curiosity, making a mental note to find out what they were talking about later.