Someone shook with him vehemently. He woke up suddenly. "Wake up, sleepyhead. We're here." It was definitely Sinedd's voice. He recognized it and properly opened his eyes, yawning. Micro Ice rose up from the bed and looked out the window. Akillian was close. He's gonna get home. With both Sinedd and his father. The nightmare is over. Artie came into the room, beaming in his usual good mood. "How you feelin'? You've had a nice nap. Sonny sent me here to get you two. We'll be landing soon."
Micro Ice got on his feet and together with Sinedd he followed after Artie. "Out of curiosity, how long was I out?"
"Exactly ten hours and twenty seven minutes. You've got plenty of beauty sleep." Sinedd said, chuckling.
"Haha. Very funny. I saved the world from apocalypse and I was dead tired." Micro Ice said defensively. "Hey, we're here." Artie said as they took the lift to bridge where Sonny, Benett and Corso were.
Sonny saw them enter as first glanced at his best friend. "Right. I say we bring Clamp the good news. Also, there are two players who could use to have their own Fluxes back."
Now Sinedd and Micro Ice looked at each other. "We've decided to play that match how we are now. Regardless of the outcome, we'll switch after it. It's already been medialized."
"Are you two really sure about this? It would be safer for you if we reversed the process as soon as we get on solid land. The match is in three days… what if something happens?" Sonny asked the two players. "We are willing to take the risk. Also…" Micro Ice closed his eyes and Smog enveloped his form for a moment, then dispersed. "I am sure I almost got it. I can control it now." Corso looked at him and Micro Ice nodded. "Please, believe in me. I will make it."
Corso stood up from the controls and gave Sonny a look saying please take over for me. Sonny smiled, although he was a bit sad. His best friend will leave soon. He's got a family, he can't make him stay. If his wife was alive, then he would do the same.
The right hand man approached Micro Ice and Sinedd who stepped aside. "Can I have a talk with you?" Corso asked. Micro Ice glanced at Sinedd who nodded a few times. "Yes."
"Good. Let's go to my room."
Artie, Sinedd and Benett watched as they left.
"What's this about?" Artie questioned, looking for answers from the boss. Oh, right… they didn't know about it. About time to break it down to them. "You see, they are about to have the first awkward father – son talk. It was weird for me and D'Jok, too."
"What? Father and son? Wow… that's… unexpected." Benett said.
Sonny set the autopilot and sat down. "He might leave us, but I understand him. He rediscovered his love and that he has a son."
To that, the two pirates didn't say anything. Corso was their friend, advisor and the man who saved the day. Most of pirates were pirates, because they lost someone dear to them. If their friend wanted to leave, they had no place to object. It was his choice.
Inside the cabin Corso stood by the door. Micro Ice approached the window. They were really closing in. Corso opened his mouth to say the first words, but he couldn't. The words didn't come out. Why was it so hard? He cleared his throat and tried again. "Micro Ice, I know this may sound a bit crazy to you, but I found out recently something."
Micro Ice turned to face him. "I know about it. You're my father."
Corso's eyes widened a bit and he was gawking at his son. "How do you know about it? Since… when?"
"I heard it. You've met with mom in Academy. I followed you and when I was still influnced by that Flux powered machine, I acted as Bleylock's spy. When I heard the truth, it brought up my real memories and how I was kidnapped and forced to believe him. So, I know about it. You're my dad. In the past, I always wished I got to meet you. I always imagined you being really cool superhero who saved the world or something like that." Micro Ice chuckled a bit. "Oh, to think that when we first met I saved Sonny and I was talking with my father."
Now both son and father laughed at that, the initial nervousness falling off them. "Yeah, to think my son would grow up to be a fine, young man. I am proud of you. I wish I learned the truth sooner." Micro Ice approached his father, he couldn't contain his tears inside, hugged him. "It's okay. You didn't know about me and mom. I am so happy right now."
Corso smiled at his son and returned the hug. "My son. My Micro Ice… "
They let go after a moment and Corso sat down, searching inside his bedside table looking into his drawer. "I should have realized it sooner… but I thought it was a coincidence at that time… where is it?" He searched frantically and he found it. "The necklace you've got…" He said while he fished out the exactly same necklace, holding it in front of his son. "I got one and the other was supposed to be for our first child. We hoped it would be a boy. When I saw it on you… I remembered about your mother and about how we met."
"Are you gonna come and live with us? What about the pirates?" He put the necklace back inside the drawer.
"It's… complicated. I want to stay with you. I gave my all to pirates, but now that I've discovered my Mana Ice is alive and I have a son, I am thinking of quitting the pirates for good. They will understand. I will miss them, maybe the hazardous life a bit, too. But you're my family and I will not leave you for the second time. I will stay with you… if you'll have me."
"Dad…" Micro Ice said, smiling. Their heartwarming scene was interrupted with a knock. The door opened and Sinedd came in. "I am sorry to invade right now, but Sonny sent me for Corso."
Corso nodded. "I see. He wants to talk about that." He was on the doormat, when Sinedd stopped him with a hand on his shoulder. "Wait, I have something to say to you."
Micro Ice shook his head. Sinedd is out of his mind. He's really thinking about telling that to his dad? "No, Sinedd. Now isn't the right time…"
"Oh? And when will it be? If your dad didn't call you out, you'd never start the conversation yourself. I say it's as best time as it'll ever be. Or are you ashamed? "
"No, of course not! It's not about that…"
"But what then?"
"It's just…"
"I knew it. You're ashamed!"
"Am not!"
"You are!"
"Am NOT!"
"Oh, you bloody ARE!"
Corso looked at their exchange, the gears in his mind fell into the place. Well, it's not like he didn't expect something like that. "Micro Ice, Sinedd. I feel you have the same connection as me and Mana Ice. It's love, isn't it?"
"Yes." They said in unison.
"Since when?"
"Well, since childhood. But we didn't notice it until we started playing Galactik Football."
"And do you love each other?"
"Yes." "Yes."
"I see. I won't stand in your way. I give you my blessing. Your love withstood even Bleylock's intrigues. Now all that remains is your mom's approval, Micro Ice. Young man, you've proven yourself. You helped saved us. Thank you."
"We did the right thing. It was tedious and we doubted ourselves, mainly me… but we muddled through." Sinedd said.
Corso turned, a faint smile forming on his face. "Clearly! Haha. I am going back to the bridge. Sonny and the rest of pirates should know about my decision."
He exited and the duo glanced at each other, grinning. "Your dad's a cool guy."
"Yeah, I am so happy right now I could sing."
"Please don't."
" Don't worry. I am not so cruel." Micro Ice's stomach growled. "Looks like someone's hungry. Let's head for the kitchen. We'll fix us something."
They headed hand in hand towards the kitchen.
One hour later…
They landed near Academy. Sonny told his men to go and get supplies – they'll be staying for a while. Much to Micro Ice's surprise, Clamp was standing outside with Mana, who teared up when she saw the two men of her life alive and well. "You're back!" Micro Ice and his father looked at each other, bracing for the bear hug that was coming their way. Mana Ice almost crushed them and both son and father laughed. "Mana, go easy on our son. He just saved the world."
She let go of them, her eyes twice as big, shifting her gaze from one to another. "What? You have to tell me everything. And don't let anything out. Micro Ice, you know of it?"
"Yes, and we're gonna be a real family from now on."
His mother's face fell down and she became serious all of sudden. "About that…" She approached Sonny. "I presume your Sonny Blackbones, right?" The boss of pirates nodded. "I have a favor to ask. I know he wants to leave the pirates, for me and Micro Ice… but I cannot ask him to abandon this life."
"Mana, what are you saying? You don't want me to be by your side?"
"I do. I really do. But I realized I can't keep you from your purpose that you've found by the pirates. I cannot be so selfish, so, I ask for a favor, Sonny Blackbones."
"I am listening."
"Just promise me you'll come back often for let's say a week or two. And keep him safe." Sonny looked at his second in command who had a bewildered expression on his face. "I see. You heard her, Corso. But, he's the one keeping me safe all the time, saving me. But I'll do my best from now on. We're not wanted men anymore and I'll wager we'll come by often. Is that good enough?"
Mana smiled. "That's more than I expected from the pirate boss. You're not like the rumors say. You're actually a nice person."
At that, Sonny's men around them plus Sinedd and Micro Ice chuckled. Clamp walked over to the small group. "I don't like being the one who ruins the mood, but we have some work to do, Sonny."
The pirate boss nodded and approached Corso and patted him. "I'm going inside Academy with Clamp. Also, two young men should come inside too. Their friends, Dame Simbai and Aarch must be worried. You should go and enjoy some time off, my friend. I'll see you later." He went ahead with Clamp, talking about some highmaintance stuff Corso didn't understand. Well, he wasn't a scientist like them… Mana Ice turned to her son. "I'm going home with your father, Micro Ice. You should go inside, Aarch's really worried since you and Sinedd disappeared."
"We'll go and meet with him up right now." Sinedd said, leaving. Micro Ice flashed one last smile on his parents before they entered the building.
5 minutes later…
Neither Aarch or Artegor could be found in Aarch's office and it set some warning bells off in Sinedd's head. Something fishy was going on here. What happened when they were gone half a day? "We could try the training room. Maybe they're there with either of our teams, because oddly enough, the dorms are too quiet." Micro Ice suggested.
The duo wandered all the way to the training room and truly, both coached as teams were present there, plus Dame Simbai. They entered the room in the middle of a rather heated conversation. "What do you mean they changed the plan? We train so that we may play in that stupid friendly match and now it's cancelled completely?" D'Jok practically yelled at Aarch, who god knows how maintained his cool. "I am telling you, it wasn't my or Artegor's idea. We all thought it would be a Shadows vs. Snowkids match, but now it's the Technodroids vs All Stars. Sadly, none of you will be in it. I know you all trained hard for the match, D'Jok. I've been watching the entire time. But it's the League's decision and Artegor and I have to abide by it."
Artegor fixed his glasses. "I know you're all disappointed, because you haven't seen real action since the GF cup. There will be more opportunities. For now, all I can say is keep training, perfecting your style and teamwork and more matches will be coming." Artegor said, adressing not only his team, but also Snowkids. Now, you're all dismissed… and don't take it too hard. You're both excellent teams, filled with ambitious individuals who bring their own to the team."
Grumbling and mumbling sounded in two teams. However, when Mei as first turned to leave, she froze. "Sinedd and Micro Ice!"
All at once glanced in her direction. Artegor and Aarch approached their strikers with a look of disbelief written on their faces. "You! Where the hell were you?! Do you know how worried we were?" Aarch screamed, forgetting for a moment they weren't alone. The Snowkids and Shadows stared alike. What the hell was going on?
Sinedd tried out diplomacy. "Sir, can we talk with you and Artegor in private?"
Both coaches exchanged quick glances. "Very well. You rest go back to your rooms. We'll talk later." Aarch said authoritatively and there was no room for arguments. The Shadows and Snowkids left alike, but the curiosity was circulating in each team members.
When they were alone, Artegor checked the door if truly everyone left and then retreated behind the control panel. "We are all ears. Why did you leave without our permission?"
"We kinda saved the world with help of pirates. Sonny is here in Clamp's lab. They're working on some anti Flux. Oh, there was also Duke Maddox. We saved his hide. But really, all the work did Micro Ice. He saved the world from another Flux war." Sinedd said out really fast before the shorter teen could get a chance to reply. "Ahh… there you have it. That was the short version."
Aarch didn't believe it at first. "Whoa, whoa. We really don't know what you two are talking about. Start from the very beginning."
"Ah… it started like this…" And he told them everything, only leaving out his… ehm… romantic moments with Sinedd for a valid reason.
"If what you told is true, then we can end this at once. Your Fluxes can be returned and all will be as be as it was before… oh… damn it. I have to tell you about the All Stars match against Technodroids. The All Stars team members are Wuwamboo, Kernor, Warren, Stevens and Luur from a rising new team the Xenons. The last two members are you two. Now, I want to know what you've decided. Will you play how you are now? And can you really pull it off till the end?" The last words were directed at the short teen. "Yes, we both mad that decision and we thought about it. We'll switch back after the match. "
Artegor stepped forward. "I see you have made up your minds. Then, we will do everything in our power to help you."
"But not today. The All Stars members will come tomorrow. We have three days before the match. We'll give it our best shot. Enjoy the free day, because you'll have very hard three days filled with endless training ahead of you. You're dismissed." Aarch said, smiling.
Both strikers nodded and left the holo – training room. "Hey, shorty. Do you remember what I said?"
"You said many things. Be more specific." Micro Ice replied. For some reason, his hands were getting sweaty. He must be tired or something. But, he rested up on the pirate ship. No, he wasn't tired. It was more like… "I meant about our bet… how do you feel about me now? I need to hear it from you." Micro Ice nervously looked around and sheepishly cackled. "Ehehe… you wanna talk about it here?"
" 'tis a good place as any other. It's about time you stopped running from your feelings. I embraced them a long time ago. Micro Ice…" he touched his hands and knelt down, kissing his fingertips. The short teen's cheeks were suspiciously tinted with a bit of red. "Do you love me?" Sinedd asked earnestly, his crystal clear eyer bore into Micro Ice's soul. "Why are you asking me that now? We're… good. Isn't that enough?"
"I am sorry, but when it comes to you, I become immersed in my greed. Greed for your love. I don't want us to be friends or best friends. Your father saw through us instantly. We share a deep connection. And it's not camaraderie or brotherhood. So, I want to hear it from you. Your innermost feelings for me. I said I love you and I mean it. I have loved you since we first met. How do you feel about me?"
"I…I… ugh, why are you so impossible. You know already, so why do you want to hear it so badly?"
"Because I want to hear it with my own ears. Only then, I'll know you mean it. And you owe it to me. And to yourself. So, spill the beans. As I said before, I have a very good source of information."
"You're so… obnoxious."
"And you love it. Man, this is déjà vu all over again. "
"Yeah… and you're right. I hate to admit it, but you won your bet. I am deeply in love with you. And I don't ever want to be cured."
The lines on Sinedd's face softened as he pulled closer and kissed him. Micro Ice wholeheartedly returned the kiss, he wished this moment would never end.
"Aaw… you seeing this, Mei? And they call us the idiot couple."
Both stopped in their tracks and before them stood Mei and D'Jok who was for some strange reason smirking. "I've got a tip for you two. Get a room." The redhead said and both jumped apart, Micro Ice clearly blushing. After all, they caught them red –handed in the act. "Carrot head… you actually have a brilliant idea for once." Poor Micro Ice was on the brink of expiring right there on the floor. "What are you saying? Absolutely no!"
Mei chuckled and all three gazed at the woman who laughed like there was no tomorrow. "I am sorry… but you two are so adorable. I see things are finally progressing. Good for you. I am glad. So, I think we disturbed you long enough. Please, excuse us." She grabbed D'Jok by his arm and they walked away.
Now both just stood there awkwardly. Micro Ice wasn't sure how he should react.
"Midget, I…"
"Oh there you go, ruining the mood." He said, scoffing, but despite his mild annoyance at the "pet names" he loved that pain in the ass attitude. "We have all the time in the world now, so let's take it slow."
Sinedd blinked. He never thought midget would be the romantic type, but he should have known better. "I will do anything you want. But you better not make me wait too long, shorty."
Micro Ice nodded. "Now that's settled… how about we go to watch some movies?"
"Eh? Movies? I didn't know you were this old fashioned when it comes to relationships… How about a dinner? At my place, of course. I'll bustle us up something. I promise it will be edible."
"I can help you in the kitchen, you know. But I don't feel like it today. I've had enough of traveling for one day. I wanna stay here and enjoy an evening with you, indoors preferably watching some heroic movies. You know the new movie Scavengers Age of Neutron? I heard it's really good. I'll go and borrow it from Thran. You go ahead, okay? I'll come over to your room. Thankfully, you don't have a roommate."
How could he say no to him? He smiled at the short teen. "Good. I'll start up the holo- TV."
Micro Ice grinned and ran towards the twin's dorm room. He got into an elevator and waved mischeviously before the door closed. The taller striker stood there for a moment, then he headed into another elevator. He pressed the corresponding button and he couldn't help but grin. This must be his most fortunate day ever. He really couldn't tell when was the last time he was so happy like now. Sinedd opened the door and found the remote controler on his bed. He flipped the holo-TV on and sank on his bed, waiting for Micro Ice to come back. How the hell did the midget know he liked the comics and that he watched the first movie with zeal and he has been anxiously expecting the sequel?
Well, at least the movie should be good. While he waited he began whistling a random song.
Three days later on Genesis Stadium…
The short teen woke up from a short nap he took after the last training before the All Stars match and decided for a shower. It's not like he was overly nervous, just a tiny bit. When he got out of bathroom, his best friend was already watching the sport news. "Hey, you're in time. You'll be featured in the program." Micro Ice sceptically looked on the holo –TV. " The All Stars match, Genesis stadium. Watch the best players in the galaxy face off. Warren, Kernor, Wuwamboo, Sinedd, Luur, Stevens and Micro Ice against the Technodroids V3, the most modern team ever built by Technoid. The All Stars match, don't dare miss it!" Micro Ice got dressed and turned the thing off. "I hate holo –TV."
"Since when? I get it. You're just thinking too much about it. You've gone through rigorous training with everyone. What could possibly go wrong?"
"Oh, don't say that. You're luring it all the bad luck in the neighbourhood. But you're right. I have to shake off this nervousness. The match starts in an hour, I have to get ready."
D'Jok grinned at his friend. "Just go out there and do your thing, like usual. Go and get 'em."
"Thanks, D'Jok. I never pegged you for a considerate guy." The redhead threw a pillow at him and Micro Ice caught it, cackling. "Alright, alright. I'll have full thirty minutes ahead of me filled with Aarch's and Artegor tactics. Oh boy."
"We'll all go and cheer you on, of course."
Micro Ice smiled, grateful that his friends would be there. He picked up his bag with gear and headed for the stadium where he would meet up with the rest of team.
When he arrived, he changed into his dress and he really marveled in it. Black really was his color. The number 11 was his, just for this match. He should enjoy it to the fullest. He admired himself in the small locker mirror when Sinedd casually walked in, already changed in blue and white Snowkids dress with number 3 blazened on it. "Quit oogling me. I know I look great." Micro Ice felt how he got slightly irritated. Someone remind him why he fell for this guy? He closed his locker. "How about you look great in black, Micro Ice?"
"You know that, so why should I repeat it? Come on, it's time for the last speech before the match."
"Great. I love Aarch's speeches. So inspiring." The short teen said sardonically.
"Keep that kind of humor, shorty. Let's go. They're waiting for the star of the team."
Micro Ice followed after Sinedd. "Your sarcasm is enlightening me. You're so obnoxious."
"And you love it."
Micro Ice didn't comment on that, he just walked with him until they reached the assigned room for this meeting. Inside, All Stars players and both coaches were there, standing and probably waiting for their arrival. When Aarch saw them, he coughed. "Good. Now that everyone's here, we can begin. I know that you all know each other, but I also know that you're not used to playing as a team. You are all solo players. I've coached a few of your before. Micro Ice, Sinedd, but I know you all by your talent. You're all great players. It's an honor for me to be coaching you. But tonight, if you don't play together, the Technodroids have a good chance of beating you. Don't let that happen, play as a team. Have fun and don't get hurt. Show the crowd just how great you are."
All Stars members cheered. "Yeaaah!"
Aarch turned to Artegor. "Is there anything I let out?"
The former Shadows player didn't like how Aarch stole the whole speech for himself. He's the All Stars coach, too. But, oh well, he'll let is slide. Aarch will be Aarch. "Just one thing. Don't forget that teamwork is the key. You all should go now. The match will start shortly."
Some minutes later…
When they arrived on the pitch, it was like someone turned the volume to maximum. The stands were full and the crowd was going wild upon their arrival on the pitch. Micro Ice's nervousness returned all at once and he was struck with fear. What's he doing on the pitch with all these high class footballers? Someone like Rocket or D'Jok or hell, anyone from Snowkids should be here instead of him. He's not gonna make it… The All Stars will lose because of him… Like on a cue, Sinedd squeezed his hand, tightly. "Don't underestimate yourself, shorty. You are here because you were worthy. Everyone believes in you. I believe in you." Micro Ice swallowed the lump in his throat and nodded. Sinedd is right. This isn't the time to be putting himself down. He'll give it his best. He's a Snowkid… well, Shadows player.
He stood in the midfield position with Sinedd. Luur and Warren were in the front, Stevens and Wuwamboo were in the rear and Kernor was in the goal. The Technodroids were already there. "You ready to get this started?" Sinedd asked Micro Ice who smirked. "Time to recyclate some robot junk."
They danced their greeting and now it was the All Stars turn. Each member did his/her teams's greeting, except Micro Ice who copied Sinedd. Snowkids really needed their own frigging greeting, for god's sake.
The beeper sounded through the arena and the ball was flung in the air. Warren and a robot jumped. The blue allien got the ball and passed to Luur, from the new team Xenons. Now Micro Ice and Sinedd started running ahead, avoiding the defenders. Luur kicked the ball to Sinedd who caught up with it and now he was leading the attack on the Technodroids goal. Micro Ice used the Smog and disappeared before one of the robots who stopped to look around, confused. Sinedd jumped in the air and kicked the ball to Micro Ice who send it hurling into the goal. The robot didn't stand a chance of catching it. The beeper rang. Now it was 1:0 for All Stars. Micro Ice landed in elegantly. "Nice teamwork, Sinedd."
They got back on their positions and waited for the ball to be launched. Warren didn't get the ball and a robot striker set out fro their goal, guarded by Kernor. Luur and Warren did their best to stop him, but the Technodroids passed between them as soon as they got the ball, making it almost impossible to grab the ball from them. They were nearing the midfield, where Sinedd and Micro Ice nodded and charged, each heading for different robot striker. They tackled them and somehow, they evaded the two awe stricken midfielders and continued. Stevens and Wuwamboo got ready. The pirate barred one of the robots to which the main robot passed and it was hesitating. That was all Wuwamboo needed. He activated his Flux and easily grabbed the ball with his flexibility. He sprinted with the ball, motioning to the whole team to get a move on. The ball moved between them until it landed by Warren who set up a perfect kick for Luur. He used Heat of Xenon and the ball landed in the goal withing two seconds. It was exhiliarating to watch it. So, this was the essence of the new team, Micro Ice thought as he ran on the left side of the pitch. Now, the score was 2:0 and it was looking good for them. If Sinedd was the jerk he was before, then they'd have a problem with his ego, but thankfully, he's changed for the better. The timer stopped, signaling half time. The All Stars went back to the locker, where Aarch and Artegor welcomed them back. "You're doing great. All of you. I knew you had it in you. Now you have to keep it up. As Artegor said, teamwork is paying off, finally."
Micro Ice relaxed a bit as he sat down. Wuwamboo, Luur and Warren engaged in a conversation about the upcoming matches. Meanwhile Sinedd stood there above the shorter teen. "You did good. I think. We'll clean their clocks by the end of match."
"I don't know… I just have a bad feeling… like something is gonna happen…" Micro Ice stifled his voice, not wanting for the others to hear it. Sinedd leaned in. "You worry too much, Bleylock is history and the whole business is resolved. We're not in any kind of danger, thanks to you, Micro."
The short teen smiled faintly. "I guess… nah, you're probably right. We'll clean their clocks." Micro Ice took Sinedd's offered hand and went out the door.
Break was over and now it was time for the second half. Luur got the ball and passed to Warren, Warren was about to pass back, when suddenly two robots tackled him, taking the ball from him. The Technodroids joined forces and made some kind of lineup that would be impossible for humans. One robot was spinning around and the leading robot kicked the ball in the direction of its spinning. Before anyone could stop the ball, it was heading towards the All Stars goal. Kernor however, couldn't halt it. The beep rang again, the score was 2:1 and it was getting quite dangerous. They were too cocky about their win.
The All Stars members stared at each other. Warren called them over for a small talk. "Everyone stay sharp. We can't afford for them to even the score. Don't give them opportunities to launch another crazy stunt like they pulled." The All Stars nodded and returned to their positions. The ball was hurled in the sky and Warren got the ball for the team. He ran with it through the pitch, avoiding incoming tackles from the robot strikers using his Flux. The defenders however, devised a trap. Warren went one on one with a defender and sucessfully kept the ball. In that moment, the another Technodroid swept him from his feet and he landed hard. Warren groaned. Luur helped him stand up. The referee came up, signaling a free kick for All Stars. Micro Ice and Sinedd knew this was their moment. "How about it, shorty? You remember the double kick you scored with D'Jok?" The shorter teen blinked, mildly confused. "Yeah… you want to repeat that move? With me?"
"It would be my honor. I guess Warren won't mind, will he?"
"He'll agree. Come, let's go. Warren is set up for that free kick."
They walked over to Technodroids half of the pitch and stood before Warren. Sinedd whispered the plan to him. The blue allien smiled. "I like it. Okay. Let's hope it works."
Micro Ice went a few paces to the left and Sinedd to the right. Warren activated his Flux and send the ball to Micro Ice who caught it and using Smog he passed to Sinedd. He send the ball flying upwards and now both activated Breath and Smog respectively, hitting the ball at the right time. The ball was unstoppable as it decimated the robot goalie. The beeper rang, signaling both the score and end of the match. The All Stars won 3:1. Callie's excited voice hit the stadium. "What a fantastic finish for a great match! The All Stars won, ladies and gentlemen! Guess we'll have to wait until Technodroids V4 for another spectacular rematch. Let's give it up for The All Stars!"
The crowd got so loud, Micro Ice didn't hear what his teammates were saying. Hell, he missed what Stevens said! Damn it. Micro Ice and Sinedd were lost in the collective hug. Even Kernor joined their celebration.
Eventually they left the pitch, leaving the motionless Technodroids there.
The post match celebration took place in Planet Akillian. Micro Ice and Sinedd were enjoying their rare alone moment when Mei and D'Jok came over from their table. "Hey, you lovebirds. We just came to say it was a great match. And now hopefully, all will go back to how it was."
"Yeah, you'll have your striker back. It was just for that match." Sinedd said, sipping his drink. Micro Ice gave him a look, but disregarded it. It's best no one else knows. It will be their secret. The short teen glanced at his empty glass. Who said having a boyfriend was a bad thing? "Sinedd, would you get me a drink?"
The taller teen stood up, taking the empty glass. "Sure. Which do you want?"
"You know, our favorite. Sweet with a bit of ice." Micro Ice winked at him and Sinedd genuinely smiled. "I'll be right back, shorty."
He left and the other couple was astonished at the change. "He's… a really sweet guy. He became like this because of you, Micro. I always knew you could change him." Mei said.
Micro Ice grinned. "No, I didn't change him. In fact, it was other way around. Without him, I don't know what I would do."
D'Jok jabbed him. "Alright. We'll leave you two to your flirting. Let's go, Mei." They waved and went back to their table. In the meantime, Sinedd came back. He gave him the glass he was carrying and sat down. "What did they want?"
"They said they'll leave us to our flirting, don't know what they meant by it." Micro Ice said, leaning in. Sinedd wrapped his hands around the other's petite waist, closing the distance between them. They shared a small kiss. They didn't care if anyone saw them. They were happy together. Who could deny them happiness?
Both picked up their drinks. "A toast to us." Sinedd said, gazing into Micro Ice's eyes lovingly. "May we stay together forever." Micro Ice said and drank from his glass. The pineapple drink was tasty as usual, but it tasted much better with Sinedd by his side.
They embraced each other and talked about everything and anything, from books, music and games to Mei's newest photoshoot and so on.
Micro Ice never thought he'd ever be so happy with Sinedd by his side.
AN - Hurraaaaay! I've reached the end of this story. I decided this will be the last chapter, but if say more people would want a "bonus" chapter, then I'd happily oblige, provided I have positive feedback for the bonus chapter. It was one hell of a ride and I enjoyed every minute of it. I couldn't resist the Avengers part. Sorry about that. I liked the movie so much I went to cinema when it first came out. If there are any mistakes, then I humbly apologize. I double checked, but I am a bit tired, so a few words might have slipped attention. To those who stayed with me from the very beginning, I love you for your support through reviews. They made me smile and write further. Thank you. Have a nice day/night.