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Special thanks goes to PureBlackRaven for reviewing the last chapter. (Yes, it was supposed to be a cliffie...- so I updated quick as you requested) I hope you likethis one -but I am not quiete sure, what I meanyou'll see when you read the chap. But nevertheless I hope you enjoy the chapter!
Disclaimer: Nothing is mine as usual, except for the OCs and the plot. The two songs quoted are: "What happened to us" by Hoobastank and "Sorry" by Lene Marlin. They belong to the respective artists and not to me! (Not even in my dreams!)
And now: On with the story!
We used to be so perfect…
Last chapter
Rika found him on the roof. She knew he would get angry and his anger would break every possible limit. Kai was the best at everything he did. He was very consequent. And the same went for his anger. She could imagine how his eyes would flash a dangerous colour. A dangerous emotion. Hate.
For his grandfather. Because his grandfather Voltaire was back…
Kai had been out for two hours already but he felt his blood boil nevertheless. Maybe he was even in a greater rage than before his walk.
Suddenly somebody appeared in front of him and Kai jerked from his thoughts. It was Rika.
"Never do that again!" She exclaimed angry. "What?" He could not stop himself from yelling back at her. "Running away!" Rika tried to stay calm but failed miserably…
Japan
A new day was born when the sun rose over the horizon spreading her light over the city of Tokyo. The morning rituals began in the Granger's dojo ending with the horrible difficult task to wake up Tyson. This time it was Tala who poured a bottle of ice cold water over the younger boy's face, waking him up instantly.
Tala ignored the boys frustrated and angry yelling and complaining and went for the kitchen. Ray was there preparing breakfast for the group but Tala paid no attention to the Chinese boy. Icy blue eyes were looking out the window, waiting.
Kai had returned to the dojo late last night. His eyes glowing with anger he had rushed passed his redheaded friend and went to sleep. Every movement of the crimson eyed blader had shown his feelings, anger. Very, very early this morning Kai had left the dojo without a word completely ignoring Tala.
The redhead had been very surprised because Kai was his best friend and he normally told Tala what was on his mind and what was bothering him. But this time it had been different. Kai had pushed him aside. In the consequence Tala figured out that it was something damn serious bothering his friend and the redhead hoped that Kai would tell him …soon…
The whole group, excluding Rika, Kaiko, Maxie, Logan and Alicia, had finally gathered in the kitchen, eating breakfast. Hilary had come over to the dojo along with Kenny.
Kai had not shown up until they were done with breakfast. Suddenly they could hear the front door opened and being closed shortly after. Seconds later Kai was standing in the doorway to the kitchen. His bangs were hiding his crimson eyes from view and Tala could see that Kai was ver far from relaxed, his muscles were tense and his hands were balled into tight fists.
The redheaded Russian rose his eyebrows at the behaviour of his friend. What happened? Where is Rika?
"Kai! Where have you been? You were gone all night!" Tyson exclaimed and Tala noticed the concern and worry in the voice of the dragon master when he spoke. "We were worried!"
"We saved you some food." Ray spoke up with his calm voice and earned a glare from Tyson at this. But Tyson nor Ray received an answer. Kai reminded silent and even did not look at Tala. He just turned around and walked into the backyard leaving his friends behind in a confused state. "Weird!" Daichi exclaimed looking after his team captain. "He is always weird." Tyson replied. "...but you are right – he acts strange, even for himself…"
Tala would have nodded if he had allowed himself this action. Instead he stood up and walked after his friend to see if he could bring him to tell him what was wrong. And there was definitely something serious wrong. The redheaded Russian found the boy with the dark crimson eyes at the porch, starring into the air with burning eyes.
Tala quietly walked up to him and stopped next to him. They were quiet for a long while until Tala turned towards Kai with determination in his blue eyes. "Spill!" It was not a question or statement, it was more like an order. Kai hated to be given orders but this time he ignored Tala's commanding tone. In fact he ignored him completely for more than five minutes before he opened his mouth to speak.
"Voltaire." His crimson eyes were still starring into the air not looking at his friend. "He is back. Escaped somehow." Short, precise. Factual.
Tala took a deep breath. Voltaire back. That was a very serious information. And a reason to be worried. And Tala would react similar to Kai when it would have been his evil grandfather planning to take over the world with the help of bitbeasts. Or in this case: Getting revenge on former abbey students and especially on his disobedient grandson.
"Great." Tala sighed sarcastically in an attempt to lighten up his friend's mood but failed.
"Then we will kick his ass again!" Tyson exclaimed punching his left fist high into the air. The others nodded affirmatively. "Yeah, right." The eyes then went to look at the Russians whose continued to stay silent. They had not spoken any word after they had told the team that Voltaire was seemingly back.
Kai's eyes were covered by his bangs the entire time. He was leaning against the wall with his arms crossed in front of his chest and a foot placed on the wall for support. Kai was standing there extremely casual but his muscles were tense. No word left his lips.
Moments later the girls arrived at the dojo along with Logan who looked troubled and worried. Kaiko smiled at the group but her smile was weak and sad. Kai has told them… She thought when she look them into the eye.
Alicia walked over to Dennis pulling him into a hug. Maxie glanced at her brother and the twins exchanged a look. Rika stayed in the doorway but Kai did not look at her.
Ice blue eyes swept between the two lovers in secret. There was a tension in the air. Tension between Kai and Rika. That's new…
Suddenly Kai pushed himself off the wall and left the dojo for the second time this day through the back door. Rika starred after him, her eyes darker than usual. They were still unreadable but for a second Tala could have sworn that the girl was sad.
And then this feeling was gone and Rika had followed the retreating Kai out the door. Tala hoped that Rika would be able to talk with Kai properly and talk some sense into his head.
Maxie had similar thoughts like her brother but she was unsure. The young woman with the pitch black hair watched Kai and Rika through one of the windows. The two were standing three meters apart. Kai had his arms crossed in front of his chest. Rika was looking straight into his eyes – she had never backed away from a staring competition with Kai or another person. Her high ponytail moved slightly in the morning breeze but other than that she stood motionless in front of Kai.
None of the two were speaking. To Maxie it seemed that Rika was waiting for something but Kai did not give her what she wanted. Rika was a very patient person and she could wait. But nobody should forget that she had nevertheless a strong fighter spirit and a great fire burning inside of her. When her patience broke she could explode.
By the looks of it Kai and Rika had an argument the last evening and had not solved their problem since then. This did fit because Rika had came to the apartment very late that night and had barely spoken this morning. Even Kaiko had failed to put up a conversation with Rika.
Maxie continued to observe the two but nothing happened. They only exchanged a few words. Seemingly Rika had spoken first but after Kai had answered she turned around swiftly and walked away. She did not enter the dojo but rounded it and left through the front gate.
For the rest of the day Rika did not show up. Kai went back to his task to train his team for the upcoming tournament. But he was harsh towards them – the only safe from his mood was Kaiko. But the young girl was getting more and more upset with every passing hour. Maxie went off to search for Rika but she returned to the dojo without her.
Rika finally showed up in the evening to return with the other girls to the apartment in the city. Kai completely ignored her and Rika stayed cold and distant to him and did not even look at him.
The explosion came two days later. The past days Rika and Kai had not exchanged any word with each other and had continued to ignore each other. Kaiko felt bad and it was hard for her to smile. The girl was caught in between the two and could not, as well as the others, figure out what had happened between the two. Even Tyson and the gang found it strange. Sure the only knew that Kai and Rika were childhood friends and they were very far from getting the idea that the two were actually a couple – the very idea was unbelievable! - but nevertheless they felt that the argument was serious.
It was time for lunch and the team along with Logan, Maxie, Tala, Dennis and his girlfriend Alicia had gathered in the kitchen. Kaiko had also joined them and was quietly eating her food. Tyson and Hilary were not arguing this time – Hilary was tiered to scold him for his bad eating manners. A nearly normal conversation was flowing between the teens at the table.
Then Tala lifted his head and concentrated on listening. But not on the conversation at the table. The redhead had not joined the conversation earlier and had no intention to do so. Tala noticed that Kaiko as well concentrated on something from outside. Voices came from the backyard.
Kaiko recognised them. Her brother and Rika. For a split moment the girl hoped that the two were finally clearing the air after their argument but then she noticed the angry tone in their voices. They were clearing the air, yes, but with another argument. Instantly Kaiko's mood dropped all the way down. It did not help that Alicia, who was sitting next to her, wrapped her arm comfortingly around her shoulders.
The voices became louder. Tyson recognised a mixture of English, Japanese and seemingly Russian language. Bad language actually. Ray tilted his head to the side. If he was correct the two outside were arguing in at least six or seven different languages and were already over the point of exchanging profound arguments.
I thought it was too good to be true
I found somebody who understands me
Someone who would help me get to through
And fill an emptiness I had inside me
But you kept inside, and I just denied
Some things that we should have both said
I knew it was to good to be true
Cuz I'm the only one who understands me
"…So, that is what you think, Kai?" "Stop the shit, Aurika!" Kaiko flinched when she noticed that Kai was calling Rika by her complete name.
"ублюдок (bastard)" "I don't think that this is worth it!" Kai yelled angryly.
"You жопа (asshole)!" Rika's voice was vibrating with anger.
The back door was opened and the group filled out into the backyard just to see Rika slapping Kai on the cheek which turned slightly red immediately. Kai reminded silent and his hand rose to touch his redden cheek.
What happened to us?
We used to be so perfect
Now we're lost and lonely
What happened to us?
And deep inside I wonder
Did I lose my only...
"Okay, when you think this way…" Rika reached up to her neck and opened the small lock of her silver necklace. "Вы можете иметь эту заднюю часть (You can have this back)"
And with this words she closed the remaining distance between them, grabbed Kai's hand and placed the necklace into his palm before stepping back again.
Remember they thought we were too young
To really know what it takes to make it
But we had survived all what we have done
So we could show them all that they're mistaken
But who could have known, the lies that would grow
Until we could see right through them
Remember they knew we were to young
We still don't know what it takes to make it
Rika had noticed the group standing there but she did not look at them. Instead she turned around. "I'm out. I'm leaving." And with this she stalked off leaving Kai behind, staring down at the necklace for a second before he turned around as well and pushed passed the group.
What happened to us?
We used to be so perfect
Now we're lost and lonely
What happened to us?
And deep inside I wonder
Did I lose my only one
"Kai!" Kaiko exclaimed trying to touch her brother but the young man had already passed her and had entered the dojo slamming the door behind him. "No…" Kaiko's voice was waving and she dropped her head. Alicia took the girl into a comforting warm embrace while Tala followed Kai inside with the vague intention to find out the reason for the whole mess.
Dennis always present smile had vanished completely and only a look of shock was visible on his face. The team was shocked and Logan was staring off into space trying to figure out what had just happened in a simple backyard of a dojo in a suburb of Tokyo.
After a few minutes Kaiko's head suddenly shot up and she untangled herself from Alicia's arms. "She said…she is out…and that…that she is...leaving." Alicia shock her head in disapproval. "No, Rika would not…" But the blonde woman was cut off when Kaiko darted out off the yard leaving the dojo behind quickly. "Someone should…" Logan's voice trailed off and Ray was the one to follow the girl. Why he did not know.
We could have made it work
We could have found a way
We should have done our best
To see another day
But we kept it all inside
Until it was too late
And now we're both alone
The consequence we pay
For throwin' it all away
For throwin' it all away
Kaiko was running down the lane completely unaware of the Chinese boy running behind her who was trying to catch up with her and was calling her name. But she did not stop, she kept on running. Her head felt terrible and she had a bad feeling in her stomach. A dark cloud covering up her mind from any happy thought or sunlight.
Finally she reached the BBA headquarters and run past it without a second glance. She turned a corner and pushed open the door to a smaller building near the BBA main building. It was a small apartment house with rooms in which bladers from outward could stay. This was the place were Alicia, Maxie, Rika and Kaiko had stayed the past time.
Taking two steps at once Kaiko rushed the stairs up, Ray still closely at her heel. Finally the two reached the apartment door. Kaiko reached for her key. She was breathing heavily and fighting against the odd feeling in her stomach.
It took her some time to open the door. She rushed through the small apartment and towards the bedroom she shared with Rika. Stepping inside the room she noticed immediately that the older girl was not there. Kaiko rushed over to the wardrobe. Her own clothes were still at place but Rika's were missing along with her duffel back and the bag in which she kept her laptop.
Kaiko turned around searching the room for any hint that Rika was still attended. But there was none. The two beds were made neatly like they had been in the morning but the laptop was obviously not on the table. Something white caught the girl's eye.
It was lying on her bed. Plain and simple. Innocent looking. An envelope. A letter.
Shaking, Kaiko walked over to her bed and took the letter up. Ray watched her from the doorway. His amber eyes full of concern. He knew that the older Russian girl was gone.
Kaiko's hands were shaking slightly and tears were forming in her light crimson eyes when she read the short letter over and over again.
Hey little one,
I'm sorry but I can't stay. I have to leave – it is for the better. I know that you are crying right now and that you are sad and maybe angry. But stay with Kai, you are safe with him. He will look after you…
My argument with Kai has nothing to do with you. Whatever happens between your brother and me – I will always be by your side in case you need me. Kaiko, we will stay friends, I have promised you that and I will keep my promise. You are not alone and never will you be alone.
I will call you in time. Stay alert.
Love, Rika
Kaiko's tears were rolling freely over he pale face. Her head rose and she looked at Ray. "She left…" Her voice was shaking and very sad. Slowly Ray walked over to her and sat down next to her on the bed. After a moment of indecision he pulled the girl into a tight hug. Kaiko leaned against his chest and cried at his shoulder not able to oppress her hard sobs.
"Why?"
But Ray did not know the answer.
What happened to us? What happened to us?
We used to be so perfect
Now we're lost and lonely
What happened to us?
And deep inside I wonder
Did I lose my only...
Rika was walking through the corridor leading to her plane. It was time for her to go, time for her to leave. Maybe she had just stayed too long…
Do you wanna know, what I think of you
Do you wanna know
Do you wanna know, if I'm doing OK
Just ask and I'll say
I'll say the words that I've longed to speak
Have kept quiet for some time
I'm sorry, it's just too late
To get it all back, get back what we had
I'm sorry, it's just not right
We both know it wasn't meant to be like
This at all
Do you wanna know, how I feel about you
Do you wanna know,
Do you wanna know, if I'm able to forget
There are times, I wish we'd never met
I'm sorry, it's just too late
To get it all back, get back what we had
I'm sorry, it's just not right
We both know it wasn't meant to be like
This at all
Time won't change this,
change the way I feel…
Done...
I'm not quiete sure if I have described Rika's necklace somewhere in the last chapters...so that nobody is confused: It is silver and on a silver chain. The pendant is formed like a phoenix with spread wings. It was a present from Kai to Rikasome time ago. - You'll maybe find out in the following chapter. There is a special meaning conected with it.
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What will happen... - a good question! - A few suggestions for you to think over:
Will Kai stay, or will he leave as well? What will happen to Kaiko? What will Rika do? Return to BioVolt becasue she hates Kai and is angry with him? Will Tala manage to force Kai to tell the reason for the terrible argument that let to the break up of the two lovers? What will happen to the group? And what wants this Assiciation that works against Mr Dickinson?
Any opinions? Suggestions? Questions? Be welcome! - when you review...
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