Hi guys! Sorry that this chapter is a little bit late but I decided that after I have posted a long chapter,I will only update again in 2 weeks' time, unless there are those that wants a weekly update, then I will gladly do it. The reason for this is that some chapters from now will become very long and I know that one does not always have the time to just sit and read it through once, I take a few days to read one chapter after it has been updated.
This chapter is shorter than the previous one so I will update again somewhere next week; also, I am currently working on chapter 29 which will be the second last chapter. I have decided to make it 30 chapter but the last two chapters will really be long but is necessary as I cannot divide certain stuff, hence the long chapters, and then a last final thing: I have decided to give the titles of the last remaining chapters so i really hope the titles does not give away too much:- chapter 22 - I will come for you, I promise; chapter 23 - I have my father's blood; chapter 24 - I am ready; chapter 25 - becoming re-acquainted; chapter 26 - death by lust; chapter 27 - facing the consequences; chapter 28 - soon; chapter 29 - coming of age and so much more; chapter 30 - my return, my victory
As always, enjoy this brand new chapter!
Chapter 21 – A new tournament?
"Party time, oh yeah!"
"Calm down Tyson, why do you always have to go on like that? It is kind of embarrassing you know."
"Oh shuss Max, you are just jealous because I am known as the party king and you are not."
Max just laughed at his silly friend. "I am still shocked at how Hilary is able to put up with you this whole time."
"What can I say; she loves me, or let me rather put it this way: she loves to hate me, but that is why we are so good to each other."
"No doubt about that. I am kind of surprised she is not here with us tonight, why is that?"
"She said something about having a ladies' night somewhere, or was it a bachelorette, can't really remember."
"You really are a horrible boyfriend, never listening to what his girlfriend says."
"Oh, I'm getting heat from the guy who just prefers women who are 10 years his age."
"Hey what can I say, women are like a fine wine: the older they are, the better the quality, and besides, I like the more experienced ladies, they are always keen on passing down their knowledge to someone younger."
Tyson burst out laughing. "I really wonder how we became best friends when we are completely opposites."
"You know how the saying goes Tyson: opposites attract."
"Isn't that the truth? Hey, look, we finally arrived! Party time, oh yeah!"
"Tyson please, behave yourself."
"Too late Maxi my friend, the party king has officially taken over! Whoo hoo!" Max could just shake his head and chuckle to himself as he watched his friend jump out of the car and head over to the entrance of the club. 'It is cool to be over 18, finally!'
As Max walked into the club behind Tyson, he was greeted with loud music, a display of various colourful laser lights and lots of dancing people. 'My kind of life.' Max followed Tyson up to the bar where the two got their drinks and made their way to the dance floor to just dance away; if girls want to join, then they are more than welcome, but Max and Tyson have made a rule; no matter how drunk they get, they will always try their best to prevent their friend from straying, and in this case, Tyson was the only one in a relationship so Max will have to keep an eye on him. It did not take long before the two young men were joined by two twenty-something Japanese ladies, both very cute, and also very flirty, but luckily Tyson was still very sober so seducing him will be very difficult.
The club the youngsters were in was just one storey but very big. There were laser lights everywhere and the music was really loud, meaning a very good sound system. It had four bars, all around the bar; in a few corners were a few cages set up with women painted with glow in the dark paint and just danced the whole time. There was a doorway to the back but only VIP members were allowed and a person only becomes VIP when the owner of the club invites you himself. Tyson and Max have not been so fortunate so far.
The night was progressing just fine for the two men; both were still mostly sober, not that it really matters. They did not drive themselves here, Tyson's older brother, Hiro, came to drop them off. Max and Tyson was just messing around and laughing on the dance floor when Tyson spotted something, or rather someone, and went completely still and cold. Max immediately noticed the change in Tyson's demeanour and had to yell into the man's ear to talk to him. "You okay?!"
Tyson just shook his head and then pointed with his finger into the direction he was looking. Max too could feel a chill run down his spine. A few feet from them was a guy dancing that looked exactly like Kai, the old one that is. Max just whispered to himself that 'it can't be'. They were too shocked to move. How can it be possible that Kai is alive, after all this time? They continued standing there, just looking at how the Kai look-a-like continued dancing with a green haired girl, that was until Tyson snapped out of his trance and without looking at Max, made his way over to the guy. Before Max could do anything, Tyson grabbed the guy by the shoulder and yanked him around to face him.
"Hey, what the hell?!"
"Kai, you bastard!"
"What?!"
"Don't what me! How dare you?!"
"Hey twerp, I don't know who the hell you think I am, but I am warning you, keep on bothering me and I am going to make your night a very unpleasant one."
"Oh yeah!"
"Hey, hey, hey!" Max intervened when Tyson and the other guy came standing nose to nose, just glaring at each other. "Guys please, just calm down."
"Keep your boyfriend away from me blondie."
"Dude, I apologise for this. We just thought you were someone else, you really do look just like him."
"Like who?"
"Kai Hiwatari."
"That psycho blader from Russia, last I heard he died like the scum he is."
"Now, there is no need to go and say such things, but yeah, you look just like him."
"Whatever; I get it a lot, now just scram okay, and you blue boy, touch me again, and your own mother won't recognise you."
"Why I ought to...!"
"Tyson!" Max grabbed Tyson by the collar of his shirt and pulled him away as fast as he could and he waited until they were a safe distance away from the other guy before he released Tyson.
"Max, I could have taken him, and you know that."
"Calm down Tyson. I know you are upset but I think it is time you start moving on."
"What the hell does that mean?! Ah what the hell, who cares; let's just go and call Hiro to come and get us. I am not in the mood to party anymore." Without waiting for a response from Max, Tyson walked towards the exit, Max soon following him.
It has been three years since the destruction of Kai and Black Dranzer, and a lot has changed in that time, mostly the people that were close to Kai. The Bladebreakers have all split up and went their separate ways, but still keep in contact and always try to get together at least twice a year, and they always make sure to pack their beyblades so that they can battle each other. Neither of them has lost their love for the sport and never will.
Ray went back to China just a month after Kai was killed, and finally finished his high school education. He is currently studying for his pilot's licence at the Chinese air force, and he and Mariah is engaged and will be getting married in about four month's time.
Max and Tyson moved to Tokyo, and what everyone wished would happen, finally did: Hilary and Tyson realised their feelings for each other and has been dating for more than a year now. Both finished their school and Hilary went on to study to become a teacher. She is only in her first year now in the four year course. Tyson decided to first take some time off and is currently working alongside his grandfather in the dojo, teaching kendo and martial arts to the students. Truth be told, Tyson is actually very clueless on what he wants to do with his life, not totally sure if he wants to further his studies or just continue with his work at the dojo.
Max made a deal with his parents to let him stay in Japan until he reached 21 and then he will return to New York to them. His parents moved back to the US about 8 months ago, again due to his mother's work. Max just didn't feel like leaving Japan just yet; there is still more than enough time to go back to America. Currently he is taking a course on advanced science so that he can join his mother in the lab when he returns to America. He is not dating anyone right now; Max would rather just stay single so that he doesn't feel tied down whenever he meets a new and older lady. His parents have no idea what his sexual preferences are and it is a good thing. His father might not mind too much but his mother will have several heart attacks, knowing that an older woman is taking advantage of her young boy. That is enough to give any mother sleepless nights.
Kenny moved to New York straight after he finished school to enrol in the top-leading computer school in the world. He already found a holiday job at one of the medical institutes and has made quite an impression on the management with his skills. Kenny also found a girlfriend and luckily for him, she is also into computers. She should be, seeing as they met at the computer school. Kenny misses his friends a lot, but knew that friendship will not get him a job and a salary, and had to move to where his heart will be satisfied with enough knowledge on his passion for computers. Japan might be the leading country in technology but America just has more various fields; he can even go into the space program and become a scientist at NASA if he wants to, and also if he is lucky. He makes a point to email his former team mates at least every two weeks, and it warms his heart when they reply and they always do, well, except Tyson who hardly checks his emails. Kenny has gotten use to Tyson only replying him every two or three months. Tyson, Ray and Max are his best friends and it will remain like that till the day of his death. He has already informed everyone at the institute and school that he will be gone for two weeks in four month's time because he is flying to China for a wedding, and what makes Kenny even happier, is the fact that his girlfriend, Mary-Ann, agreed to accompany him to China. Mary-Ann is only one month older than Kenny and has two different coloured eyes, one green and one hazel-blue, and it suits her perfectly. She also wears glasses like Kenny and with her copper coloured hair, she compliments Kenny perfectly.
Voltaire Hiwatari unfortunately passed away about a year and a half ago due to a heart attack. All The Bladebreakers flew out to Moscow to show their support to the Hiwatari family, and it really meant a lot to the family that the boys still made an effort to keep in contact with them all, despite of what Kai did.
Miguel became a father to a beautiful baby boy, although it was a bit unexpected because he first wanted to get married and then start a family, but little Damian had other plans. Miguel occasionally sends everyone photos of his fiancée and their son from their home in France. Miguel moved there just after he found out that he is going to be a father. He and his fiancée has not set a date for their wedding yet, but said it will definitely be in the next year or two. He opened his own business and it is very successful so far, not that he really needs to work, but at least it is something to do. It is an accounting business for all small shop owners who can't really afford the huge accounting firms. Just comes to show that Miguel is not in it for the money. His son Damian is already 8 months old, but he and his fiancée decided that they will not have another baby until they are married.
Solange is still in Moscow but not for long. She is moving to Los Angeles with Tala in about two weeks' time, where they will enrol into the university together. Solange is going to major in business and hopefully join her parents in the Hiwatari Company. Tala is going to major in psychology; who knew the red head Russian was interested in helping people with their mental issues. The two love birds are still going strong, more in love and closer than ever before, but it is also because they both had to share in some heartache of their own some time ago. Solange also fell pregnant, also unexpected, but she and Tala was immediately thrilled about it. Unfortunately though, when she was three months pregnant, she had a miscarriage. That was the last straw for both her and Tala. They both decided it will be for the best to leave Moscow, to leave Russia overall, and start somewhere else where they will not be constantly reminded of their horrible experiences in the past. The loss of Kai, their friends, and now their unborn baby, is more than they can handle. They both have the full support of their family and friends to make the move. The Hiwatari mansion will still remain in the possession of the Hiwatari family, but will now mostly be used for whenever the friends and family have a reunion.
Alec and Mila took over Voltaire's businesses and are now officially the most powerful business couple in the whole of Europe and Asia, not to mention the richest family in the world.
Everyone has tried their best to move on with their lives to the best of their capabilities. However, the one that have struggled the most in doing this has to be Cindy. She inherited everything from Kai which left her and her daughter, Ciara, two very wealthy women. She tried to start over and begin a new life in Moscow but it was proving too difficult. So, she packed up and left for New York City, where she bought a huge house in a very quiet and secure neighbourhood, and finally started following her dream in becoming a veteran surgeon. She got accepted at the university and is currently busy with her studies which she enjoys a lot as it gives her inner peace. Cindy was devastated after the death of Kai and was inconsolable for weeks. The only thing that prevented her from jumping into the river was her daughter. Ciara kept her mother sane, and in a matter of speaking, also saved her mother's life. The little girl has grown up quite a lot and the older she gets the more and more she looks like her father. She has long dark blue sleek hair with strands of light blue in between; the beautiful mahogany coloured eyes along with the same penetrating look Kai had. Her personality is a mixture between that of both her mother and father, but sometimes Cindy thinks she takes more after Kai. Ciara is turning five soon but already has shown signs of enjoying it to be on her own, just like Kai was. Ciara also proved to have inherited both of her parents' intelligence as she is already fluent in both English and Russian, and at her age that is something any parent can be proud about.
Cindy made sure to fill the house with photos of Kai so that her daughter will never forget who her father is; she also tries to keep Kai's name in a good light, not that Ciara will really understand it all right now, but it does not hurt trying. One day when she is all grown up, Cindy will tell Ciara all about the last days of her father's life and how he really was, but right now, that is still very far ahead, and no need to worry about things like that now. Cindy has not become involved with any other man yet and does not intend to get romantically involved with anyone, not now, not ever. She will never be able to let another man touch her or capture her heart; that was and always will be only for Kai, and if he can't have it, then no one can. Not even the thought of never sleeping with someone else the rest of her life bothers her that much; it actually suits her perfectly because in her eyes her body only belongs to Kai. He took her virginity and in the old times, the one who took it from a woman, was to be bonded with the woman and vice versa forever because it was believed they became one soul and one body, and up until today, Cindy still follows those beliefs. She was one with Kai, and she will never be one with another.
Cindy plans to open her own animal hospital as soon as she is qualified. She keeps in constant contact with all the others, including Tyson and the others. They helped and supported her a lot in the past and she has come to learn to love them all, in her own unique way. She is very excited about Tala and Solange moving to Los Angeles. It is just a few hours of flying from her so it is not that far. Cindy was heartbroken when Tala called her and told her about their loss. Cindy did not think twice and immediately booked a flight out for her and Ciara to Moscow so that she can be with her friend in this horrible time. Solange was so shocked and relieved when Cindy just appeared at the front door one night. The two women just embraced each other, both crying their eyes out. Cindy being a mother herself, knew what emotional trauma Solange was experiencing and thanks to Cindy and Tala's constant support, not to mention all the others, Solange was able to work through it and accept it, realising that everything happens for a reason.
Brooklyn was released from the institute six months ago and for some miraculous reason, has recovered completely and is back to his old self. He is still living in London but is slowly getting back on his feet.
There has never been another beyblade tournament after the one in Russia although the sport is still practiced in many countries. Maybe in the distant future, the sport might regain its popularity it had in the past and a new tournament will be held, introducing new blading talent to the world.
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"Are you sure these are correct?"
"Yes sir, we checked it three times already and just to be sure, we had the other team also analyse it and it still remains the same. What do you think sir?"
A black haired man with a white lab coat and frameless glasses frowned while looking at the file in his hand. "Let's start working on the weapon along with the cage. We can't do anything else unless those things are in top working condition. Adapt and change the calculations on the weapon and cage according to these new readings."
"Yes sir. Shall I contact the defence force?"
"Not yet, not until we know for certain what we are going to plan. If these readings are accurate, it won't be long until those two make their appearance, the question is: how will we lure them out to the exact location we need in order to capture them?"
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"This is one thing I can get use to."
"And what is that?"
"This beautiful and warm weather." Solange was standing in front of a wide window, overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Tala stood behind her and encircled her with his arms, placing soft kisses on her exposed shoulder.
"It sure is different from our weather; I bet you in no time, we will both be completely tan, no evidence of being Russian."
Solange laughed. "Not unless I lose my temper with these people and start cussing in Russian."
"God help those poor souls that will witness Solange Hiwatari's warth."
Solange turned around and playfully punched him on his upper arm. "Let's finish up; the sooner we get unpacked, the sooner we can go and explore our surroundings. Luckily we have a whole week before classes start."
"Gives us more than enough time for all types of exploring, but right now I can only think of one place I would like to explore."
Solange immediately picked up the playful and seductive tone in Tala's voice and just knew what he was hinting at, but pretended not to know. "The beach?"
Tala shook his head as he slowly approached Solange with that smirk on his face. He pulled her closer to him and started kissing her neck, teasing her. Solange could feel how her knees got weak. "The place I want to explore involves lots of pleasure, from the beginning until the end."
"Mind if I keep you company?" Solange's eyes were no longer open, as she just got lost in the flood of lust as it took over her whole body and mind.
They have been together for so long now, and not once has Solange not had this effect; the racing heart, weak knees, ragged breathing, stomach fluttering, losing all her senses. She will never get tired of feeling like this with Tala. "I only want you to accompany me, no one else." Solange could not take the teasing anymore and pulled Tala's mouth onto hers and they became locked in a very heated make-out session, which eventually led to their clothes being thrown over unpacked boxes, not caring that they were doing it in a chaotic house.
The two love birds found a small, yet very beautiful, house in Malibu. It might be some distance away from their university but they did not care. It is a two-bedroom house, with a Jacuzzi, patio all around the house, nice big windows to enjoy the view of the ocean, two bathrooms, a dining room, a TV room, a game room, kitchen, underground parking, with their own little garden all around the house and a nice trail leading down to the beach; perfect for Tala and Solange to start their new live in. Cindy told them that she will come visit as soon as her exams are over, which luckily starts in a week's time, and then hopefully she and Ciara can come in the next month. They are so excited to see each other, especially since Solange finally has a place of her own which she can decorate any way she wants too. Tala does not mind and knows she will change the place into a calm and warm atmosphere, which they both need. And which will also accompany the weather.
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Three weeks have already passed in the city of Los Angeles. Tala and Solange are currently at LAX waiting for Cindy and Ciara to walk through the doors at the `arrivals` section. Cindy finally finished her exams and she feels very confident that she has passed all her subjects all with flying colours. She will be staying with Solange and Tala for three weeks and then head back to New York. Ciara's fifth birthday is in four days' time and Cindy and Solange has already made plans to take her to Disney land for her birthday.
"Look, there they come!" Solange was jumping up and down when she saw Cindy and little Ciara through the windows. When the glass doors opened, Solange ran as quick as she can to greet the two women. Tala just had to laugh at how his girlfriend acts sometimes, especially when she is very excited, for instance like now. Cindy was walking beside Ciara when Solange charged at them. The poor little girl got a huge fright when her aunt attacked them just like that but soon regained her calmness. The two grown women embraced each other tightly and tears of happiness started to flow. The little girl was so confused but luckily for her, her uncle Tala came to the rescue when he picked her up and also embraced her tightly, and after greetings were shared and many, many hugs between Solange and Cindy, the four finally made it back to Tala and Solange's house in Malibu. They have no activities planned for the day; Solange thought she will give the two ladies time to just get some rest after their flight and to just get settled in first before they do anything else. Tala has decided that he will have a small barbeque later the night and after that they can all take a stroll on the beach before they all head to bed for a good night's rest.
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"Are you sure about this Dr?"
"Positive Mr Dickenson. We have been studying and observing for the last year and a half and we have discovered they are getting stronger. Look Mr Dickenson, you don't have to believe me, but I can assure you that my research has never been wrong. Not only do I use the latest technology, but also techniques that I have learned from my grandfather that has been passed down from generation to generation, who has worked side by side with sacred beasts, dating back thousands of years back, and believe me when I tell you, they are back, stronger than before and I know they want revenge for what was done to them all that time ago, and hosting this tournament will be the perfect way to lure them out and capture them, holding them in a specialised prison forever."
"I just don't know Dr. If they are back like you say they are, why haven't any of the other beasts picked them up and informed their masters that the danger is back?"
"Simple Mr Dickenson. They have been blocked from picking up anything and it is possible, I can guarantee you that. Just organise this event and let me take care of the rest. I can also promise the safety of everyone that will be attending. Please Mr Dickenson, do not make me beg."
"Oh alright. Let me talk to the other board members so that we can agree on a date and then I will get back to you."
"Thank you Mr Dickenson. You will not regret it."
"I really do hope so Dr."
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"Tyson! Hey Tyson!" Max was running and screaming Tyson's name all the way up to the Granger dojo, holding up an email he has received and printed earlier that morning and he doubts Tyson has seen it seeing as the young man checks his emails only every two months, if he remembers. Tyson was busy with a class when he heard Max screaming his name and just then the blonde haired man burst through the doors. "Tyson! Guess what?!"
"Max, I am kind of busy with a class in case you haven't noticed."
"Bugger that! Look at this!" Max made his way over to Tyson and shoved the paper in his hands. Tyson just quickly scanned the paper but the information was enough for him to jump up into the air like a young boy who has just received his dream present on Christmas morning.
"A new tournament! Whoo hoo!" Now both Tyson and Max were jumping around. The students all just stood there with shocked faces as the two friends continued jumping around and punching the air. "Do you think Ray knows?"
"I don't know. Let's go call and find out." And just like that they left, leaving the students all confused on what to do next seeing as their teacher has just forgotten them all just like that and stopped the class.
Max received an email that is inviting him to a beyblading tournament that will take place in two weeks' time in Washington DC and it will be held to raise money for all the sheltered animals in the USA. All bladers that have competed in the past are welcome to join and it will be highly appreciated if they do attend the charity event. It will only be a one day event but musical entertainment will also be provided between breaks. They can enter with their old teams or on their own, there are no formal rules or a format seeing as it is not an official tournament. Max had no time to contact any of his other friends. His first thought was to share it with Tyson as fast as he can, and he knew that Tyson will also be as excited about this as he himself is. It may not be official but at least they get a chance to battle again; now a days, they don't beybattle that much anymore. The sport may still be practiced all across the world but it never regained its popularity after the incident with Kai.
All bladers have already been invited and they all will have to R.S.V.P. in a week' time to ensure that they all can get a chance to battle another team or other bladers. It is not known how many will be attending the event but hopefully it will be all the old faces, just to relive the shared passion for the sport.
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The weather in London was very wet but it is nothing new to the green eyed man walking slowly down the street. He enjoys the weather, just like he enjoys the rest of what Mother Nature has to offer.
Brooklyn is enjoying his life as a free man now. No one, not even he, knows how it was possible that he recovered completely. Everyone thought that he will be brain damaged for the rest of his life and that he will spend his remaining days inside the institute, but fate had other plans for him. It just happened one morning; he woke up and everything just felt so clear to him. He could remember his whole life, all his friends and family members, all the places he has ever visited, everything. The doctors ran a few intensive tests on him and finally it was declared that Brooklyn is in fact sane again and that there is no need for him to stay a day longer in the institute. Everyone was so happy and relieved upon his release. They threw him a huge welcome home party, but unfortunately, the nightmares do not stay away. Brooklyn may have his sanity back, but now the nightmares are driving him insane, and it is always the same over and over again; Kai and Black Dranzer, destroying Zeus and then slaughtering him as if he is nothing. He has tried strong sleeping pills but they always make him feel drowsy the next day. He has tried almost every sleep remedy he could find, but so far no success. He also received the same email as all the other bladers and was not sure on whether he wanted to join, seeing as his precious Zeus has been destroyed. His former team mates, Garland, Mystel and Ming-Ming convinced him that he should join and that it will not be the same without him. It is after all in the name of love for all sheltered animals, so soon he, along with his other three team mates, will be making their way to America for the charity event, and to be honest, Brooklyn is very excited and is secretly counting down the days until it is time to board the plane.
Night time is in full swing and Brooklyn has just finished his shopping after leaving work and is making his way over to his apartment; a very luxurious apartment all thanks to his parents who gave it to him as a gift after leaving the institute, and Brooklyn is not complaining at all. It is very safe, and it is huge and has a fantastic view overlooking the city as it is located on the 36th floor. Brooklyn opened the door and luckily the light switch is situated right beside the door. With his hands full of bags, he struggles a bit to switch on the lights but finally did. However, when he turned to his living room, he immediately dropped all his bags and just stood frozen, unable to move or speak, all out of fear of the person who was sitting comfortably on his long couch, a sadistic smile on his face.
"Hello Brooklyn, long time, no see." The blood coloured eyes with the bright red glint looked deep into Brooklyn's eyes, sending more fear into the young man. The sadistic smile a clear indication of what is going through the unknown man's mind.
"Please tell me Brooklyn, how the hell did you recover so fast?" Brooklyn just stood there, trembling; he could not speak, no matter how much he wanted to scream for help. He was hoping that it all was just one of those horrible nightmares that he gets every night, and that it is not real but the deep masculine voice is a clear indication that it is not a nightmare, and that it in fact is real life.
"Why so quiet? It looks like you have seen a ghost. What happened to that arrogant bastard that always thought he was so much better than anyone else? I really hoped that you will never recover but looks like it just was not my luck." The unknown stranger got up and slowly walked towards the fear stricken Brooklyn, the sadistic look still on his face.
"Seems like my bad luck has finally changed, for tonight I will correct that little flaw of yours, the one they called `being alive`." The unknown man came to stand right in front of Brooklyn, their faces just a few inches apart from each other. The stranger leaned against Brooklyn's left ear to whisper the few words no one ever wants to hear in their life. "I am going to enjoy killing you, slowly and painfully."
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Tala is sitting in front of the TV watching the news to see if there is anything new in the developments of the beyblading event he has been invited to. Tala is still not sure on whether he wants to go or not, seeing as he has no team, and he does not really want to compete on his own. Luckily he still has two days left before he has to confirm his attendance. He told Solange that he would much rather just give a large amount of money but she told him that many would really want to see him compete, so now he just has to finally decide on whether he wants to go or not. Solange and Cindy, along with Ciara, are sitting outside on the patio and just relaxing. Their visit is slowly coming to its end but luckily Cindy said that she will also go to Washington for the beyblading event because Ray is going and she really wants to see her brother.
"And now for our news in the sports world; the beyblading community is still in a frenzy after it has been announced by the chairperson of the BBA, Mr Dickenson, that a beyblading tournament will take place in Washington DC, and despite it being just for charity, tickets already have been sold out for the event. It has already been confirmed that most of the big names will be competing, one of them being the former Bladebreakers.
The sport has lost its popularity a few years ago after the horrible incident that involved the now deceased Kai Hiwatari, after a piece of metal from the stadium he was battling in, broke loose and went straight into his chest, and since then many parents have believed it to be a dangerous sport and has since forbidden their children from taking part in the sport.
We talked to Mr Dickenson earlier and he is very positive about the future of the sport, stating that he has complete faith that the sport will once again become as popular as it once was, although it might still take a few years before that finally happens. He hopes that by organising this event, he will regain the trust of many in showing that beybalding is not a dangerous sport, and one way of proving it, he has appointed some of the best engineers to design some of the dishes, which will be safe, but still very competitive for the bladers taking part in the various matches. ''What happened in Moscow was just an unfortunate mistake that happened due to the raw power of the two bladers that were participating at the moment. We all believe that the sport will be restored to its formal glory.''
Now onto our next story, which still involves the beyblading community; the body of former pro-blader, Brooklyn Masefield, has been discovered two days ago in his apartment in London, after being brutally murdered. Police did not divulge any information on how he was murdered; all that one officer said is that it has to be the most gruesome murder they have seen in a very, very long time.
Brooklyn's cleaning lady, discovered the body of her employer, when she came in for work. She is currently at the St Lily's hospital being treated for shock and is still in a very fragile shock. No suspects have been named and police are still searching for any clues or evidence that may give them a lead on the case. CCTV footage has also been drawn to look for any suspicious persons.
The Masefield family is devastated over their loss seeing as Brooklyn was slowly getting his life back in order after being released from the institute where he has spent about three years. Many fans have sent their love, support and condolences to the Masefield family. Our thoughts are with the family.
On to the sport of football; did the..." Tala switched off the TV and then made his way out to the women. He took a seat next to Solange. "Guess what."
"What?"
"Brooklyn has been murdered."
"What?! When?"
"Apparently two days ago. I just heard on the news and it seems that it was very gory."
"Poor guy. Who would do such a horrible thing?"
"Who wouldn't?"
Solange slapped Tala on his arm. "Don't be so cruel. How can you say that?"
"What, it is the truth you know. I bet you all that he returned to his old self, that arrogant bastard, and he just pissed off the wrong person this time. That's my theory."
"Maybe the guy changed for the better after his release and he was just the unfortunate victim of some psycho killer."
"The guy was killed in his apartment so it definitely had to be someone who knew Brooklyn rather well."
"I have to agree with Tala on this, Solange. I was never a fan of Brooklyn and I also think he just pissed off the wrong person. I do feel sorry for his family, but that is life. We all have lost a loved one some or other time; this makes it no different." Solange and Tala remained quiet knowing that Cindy was referring to Kai. It is clear she still misses him and still loves him with all her heart, and that she will never get over his death.
"Do they have leads on who has done it?"
"Nothing so far but I am sure they will find something. His cleaning lady was shocked out of her mind; the poor woman had to be admitted to a hospital to get treated for shock."
"Damn, so it had to be very gruesome."
"Probably. I wish they could have at least given a few details on the murder, like, did the murderer remove any limbs or body parts, was he tortured for a while, you know, things like that."
"You are disgusting Tala."
"I know, and that is why you love me so much."
"Please, don't flatter yourself honey. The only reason I love is because you are the only male that is man enough for me, and only just."
"Solange, love, I am hurt beyond words." Tala acted shocked and hurt and his expression had little Ciara in a fit of laughter, and this also brought a smile on Cindy's face, just seeing her daughter being so happy. It makes her forget her own sadness that she is experiencing at the moment. Hearing of Brooklyn has just brought back so many memories of Kai, and she just misses him even more now. Kai would have been happy to hear of Brooklyn's death, no doubt about that.
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The moon was shining brightly over the Pacific ocean, a view so spectacular, one feels like taking a photo just to capture the beautiful and magnificent view, and to cherish it forever. The night sky was clear and the stars were not shining so brightly, almost like they all have a mutual understanding to let their brightness dim a bit to give the moon the pleasure of shining in all her glory and owning the night as her own. Even the waves gave off a mystical sound, a special soundtrack, made just for the moon and her beauty for this beautiful calm night.
Cindy was leaning against the railing, just staring out at the ocean. Everyone has gone to sleep a few hours ago, but she just could not fall asleep, so instead of constantly tossing and turning, she decided to rather come and watch the evening life and hopefully it will bring some calmness to her broken soul. Today has been one of those days where she just feels completely empty, like she has no more strength to go on with living. She longs for Kai everyday of her life but today was just so much worse than all the other days. She will never be able to feel whole again; she has lost her other half forever and it pains her every day, no matter how hard she tries to hide it. Cindy softly placed her right hand on her chest, where she once felt the heat, Kai's life force, hoping that she can feel it just once more. Cindy was so lost in her thoughts that she did not hear Solange coming onto the patio until she was right beside her.
"You okay?" Cindy just shook her head but said nothing. Solange pulled her into a tight embrace and just held Cindy tight for a long time. She knows how much Cindy hurts; she too hurts everyday for her brother but Tala helps her keep the sorrow under control. Only he has experienced how much she suffers on some days and in what horrible state she is over her brother. Kai may have been a murderer the last couple of days of his new life, but he was still her brother, her twin brother, and just like Cindy, she does not feel whole; she feels an emptiness inside of her that no one will ever be able to fill. If only she could give her brother just one last hug or see one of his rare and genuine smiles just one more time, maybe then she will be able to find some type of closure, but until then, she will forever mourn her brother's death. That night in the park was horrible. After they all opened their eyes after the bright explosion, she just knew something horrible has happened. There was no sign of Kai or Black Dranzer and she just knew that the explosion had to be their destruction. It was later confirmed by the sacred beasts that they have indeed been destroyed. She had to lose her brother all over again, just like that day in the stadium when they all saw him covered in blood. She never knew how to completely console Cindy because she too also needed consoling, but luckily the two best friends found a way to help carry each other through that difficult time, despite it not being that easy all the time.
There was one specific day where Solange was convinced that Cindy will commit suicide. Cindy was standing on a ledge of one of the bridges that were crossing over the river. It took a lot of effort to convince her to stop and think of her daughter; Solange told Cindy that it will not be fair to Ciara to have lost both her parents, what will happen to Ciara and what pain and suffering will the child have to endure in the future over the loss of her parents. Luckily, that brought Cindy to her senses and never again has Cindy thought of taking her own life.
The two best friends remained embracing each other, both of them shedding silent tears, both for the same reason. "I feel your pain, and I understand, more than you realise Cindy."
"I know and I feel yours; we will mourn forever, but somehow that shows us that he was once with us, a part of us. The pain is the only connection we still have with him."
"I couldn't agree more." Solange and Cindy pulled apart and regained their composure, leaning over the railing and just looking at the ocean. They remained in a comfortable silence until Cindy suddenly started feeling very sick. It was like she just instantly developed a very high temperature; even Solange could feel the heat being radiated from Cindy. "Cindy?" Solange gently took Cindy by her left shoulder but gasped the moment she felt how hot the young woman is. "Christ, you are burning up!"
"I am not feeling very well Solange."
"I'm going to call an ambulance and run a cold shower for you. Come on." Solange led Cindy gently into the house. It felt as if Cindy's chest was on fire; an intense heat brewing on the inside of her. She got under the cold shower with clothes and all and heard Solange making the call and talking to the operator. Just then a thought cross Cindy's mind of what the heat might mean.
'Can it be? Kai?'