KIBA II: The awakening
Episode 10: Warriors
The sea breeze was pleasant, people were very excited ... people began to arrive at the stadium that was under a waterfall that flowed into the sea, the seats began to fill up, children, women, men and older adults were present ...
We see that Noah arrived with Roya and Mikki in the participant area, Robés did not appear (arriving late as always) suddenly Ginga approaches the boys from behind….
Ginga: Hey guys, hello sweetie- referring to Roya- Excited?
Mikki: Something like that- laughs- The last time I was in a joust I lost in the first round in a very embarrassing way.
Roya: Yes, but then Zed took your place and ended up taking your name to the semifinals -she laughs- They were in serious trouble
Ginga: and where is that boy going? ... -he try to look everywhere- don't tell me that they sat him next to the dignitaries
Noah: In theory he must, but he hasn't arrived, and I don't think he's going to sit there.
Roya: I hope that he could arrives soon, the Joust will start in an hour, by the way, Ginga… it's up to you to face Takeshi from Jimoto, right?
Ginga: That's right, I've never heard of that guy, he looks calm, but I know he's not to be trusted, so I'll have to be very vigilant
Noah: The fact that they are Zadock and Enmeida's subordinates already says a lot about him.
Mikki: Zadock has already caused problems for Zed, so I hope he doesn't think of doing something barbaric for now
Ginga: Problems?
Roya: He kidnapped Zed while he was here, it was a terrible scare
Ginga: And they still allowed you access to Templar? I would have thought twice before sending you an invitation to attend
Noah: They do everything for the sacred truce between nations
Ginga: Nonsense ...
Mikki: Hey, by the way… has anyone seen Master Robes? He will have the initial battle ...
Noah: I haven't seen him anywhere, but he sure won't be long in coming ... He'll fight Rin de Jimoto
Mikki: I hope he wins, what a shame it would be if the reigning champion Shard loses in the first round ...
"That I what?" You could hear someone say behind them, it was Robes himself who was just arriving at the arena, he came with a smile from ear to ear and with his ego through the roof, he looked very confident ...
Meanwhile we see Damián standing in front of Zed, who was sitting on a chair ... TIE? He was very annoyed with the redhead, since he would not let him go to the place where the joust was taking place ... the spirit Key stared at the horizon through the window
Zed: Let me go now! I don't understand the reason why you should tie me
Damián: No, until you tell me what you were doing in the forest at so many hours at night
Zed: I've already said it a thousand times, I went for a walk! What's so weird about that? Untie me now
Damián: Little do I believe you -he narrows his eyes and brings his face closer to the boy's- So that you would faint in the middle of the forest ...
Zed: But it's the truth ...
Damián: sure sure?
Zed: WHAT IF I DID IT?- He says with a raised tone- there is nothing strange about that
Damián: I already told you that I don't believe you, for me you were doing something and I wouldn't let you ...
As he is saying this we see that the Amir Gaoul stands behind the white-haired man and cuts the rope with one of his Feather arrows, making the boy go free.
Damián: But my lord- replied the boy- it cost me a lot to tie him
Zed: Thanks Amir Gaoul- he said as he looked at the spirit smilingly- I owe you one, my patience was at the limit
Damián: I don't know what your insistence is to go, you're not even going to participate
Zed: Not me, but my friends are going to- He approaches the door, opens it and turns to see the spirit- Hey, are you coming with me or are you staying with that little guy? -referring to Damián- I'm leaving now, I'm still on time
The Amir Gaoul turns to see Damián and then goes to the door, with the intention of accompanying the boy, he leaves and closes it, leaving only the redhead, who sits in the chair where Zed was sitting previously, sighs deeply and then it says:
"I'm more than sure that they did something to that boy, it's almost imperceptible, but that's the way it was, maybe neither of them has realized it yet, but that can be dangerous, also ..."
"Please let us in ..." said two young people in front of one of the entrances of participants, they were Ryan and Jenna who wanted to enter to surprise Roya, but the guards did not allow access ...
Ryan: Please buddy, we just want to support our friend
Soldier 1: It is only an area for participants, you are not nor do you have a special permit to access, so the best thing is to go to the stands
Ryan: But we are special guests of one of the Templar representatives
Soldier 2: If so, yuou would be on the list, but you are not, so leave or I will lock you up for contempt of authority
Jenna: Ryan, please ... listen to him and let's go, maybe we'll find a good place if we hurry
Ryan: Don't mess with it, Jenna… I want to make Roya know that I am there for her…
"Look over there" said one of the soldiers pointing to the person who was coming in front ... It was Zed with his guardian who were approaching the entrance ...
Soldier 2: Master Zed, it is an honor to be in your presence- he bows- can we help you with something?
Zed: Master, zed? -he said in a low voice and with a puzzled face, to tell the truth he did not like being treated that way- Eemm, I wanted to know if I can go to the participants area
Soldier 1: Sure my lord, you can do it -he stands aside- Although I understand that you were expected in the dignitary area sir, do you want me to escort you?
Zed: No thanks ... - he makes his way to the area, but he hears someone else speaking to him, he turns to see where that voice came from-
Ryan: Hey midget… can you help us in?
Zed: Don't call me in that way!
Ryan: Oh come on, we want to go say hello to Roya, but they won't let us access, tell them to let us pass ...
Soldier 2: do you know them sir?
Zed: Me? Eemm ... -He turns to see his spirit looking for an answer to know if he should help them, but the Amir Gaoul saw him as if he was judging their actions or at least he felt that vibe- Yes, I know them,I guess...
Soldier 1: Then we let them come with you
Soldier 2: can we do that? -He turns asking his partner- they are not on the list
Soldier 1: No, but they are known to the Savior so we can help them
Jenna: Oh thank you -she said very happy while taking Zed's arm- Well ... let's go in because soon the Joust will start ...
Zed: Hey ... -he said a little annoyed by the action of the gil- let go of my arm!
Ryan: Thank you Midget, I owe you ... - he said as he tried to put his hand on the boy's head, but stopped when he saw that the Spirit Key was staring at him with a terrifying look- one?
Jenna from enthusiasm runs into the building dragging Zed with her, the Key spirit followed the boys while Ryan walked in a cool and serene way, meanwhile we see that Roya turned to look everywhere, as if he was looking for someone, Noah He was watching her since he was amused, he knew that she was waiting for Zed to arrive, Mikki looked nervous and Robes was having a fruit ice cream ...
Roya: Why is him taking so long? I start to worry
Noah: You mean Zed? He will sure to come, do not be impatient Roya
Mikki: You must relax Roya ...
"We ask all participants to come to their respective positions, since our Joust will start in 5 minutes, this is a call for Robes de Templar and Rin de Jimoto ..." said the enunciator in the background while listening to the crowd rejoice ...
Suddenly we see Jenna, Ryan and an annoying Zed arrive at the participant area, the girl from region 4 immediately lets go of the boy's arm and runs towards Roya, who was on her back ...
Jenna: Roya! -he said while hugging her- we are here
Roya: Jenna? But how did you get in here ...
Jenna- It was thanks to him -Pointing to Zed, who was next to Ryan's smiling- he helped us enter
Roya's eyes shone when he saw his loved one in that place, so she immediately let go of Jenna and runs towards the boys ... Ryan extends his arms to be able to "receive the hug" from Roya, but no ... she throws herself towards Zed causing both of them to fall to the ground ... the Amir Gaoul just stepped aside observing said scene, which did not seem to bother him
Zed: Roya… do you always have to throw me on the ground every time you see me? As you are getting used to ...
Roya: You are an idiot, why are you so late? Aren't you ashamed?
Zed: But if it's not my fault ... other than I had no obligation to come ... I could have stayed in bed if I wanted to
Roya: What do you mean, you have no obligation? - She says while accompanying her with a tap on the boy's head- Your obligation is to come and support me
Zed: Don't hit me ... you better get off me
Zed said while he continued arguing with Roya, imploring him to get off him ... Mikki, Noah and Ginga watched the situation with a smile while Ryan was filled with Jealousy, Robes and Rin were already in positions, the traditional pyrotechnics was launched, the bustle of expectant people echoed in the place, which could easily be heard several blocks from that place ...
"And so we start this sacred joust, where the countries of the world join this celebration to commemorate the sacred truce" said the announcer, Roya and Zed stopped fighting among themselves when they listened to him and paid attention to what this said " In the same way we give way to the first fight of today in which Rin, Jimoto's representative ... will face Robés from Templar "the connecting bridges to the sand were assembled, allowing both competitors to enter positions, both Robes and Rin looked very confident in their abilities ... "Begin" they said to themselves, while a shofar sounded as a signal to start the fight ...
Robés: Not because you are a beautiful lady means that I will let myself be won easily, I must maintain my pride and dignity at all costs ...
Rin: Oh really? - she laughs- You're doing me a favor
Shee said while throwing some electric Shards against Robés, but he dodges them easily, he counters with some Water Shards
Robés: I don't mean to do you any favors, although if you like we can go out to dinner after this
Rin: I'm sorry, but you're not my type - she draws he sword and runs towards Robes - I prefer them less ... mature
The swords of both clash, the two tried to knock down the other at all costs, both could handle the sword very well ...
Robés: I may be a few years older than you, but the experience makes me more interesting!
He said as he struck the girl making her fall to the ground trying to corner her with her sword, but she uses hers in defense, stopping the possible blow that Robés would give ... Robés applied a lot of force trying to make the girl bend, but this uses an electric Shard against Robes causing him to separate from her, the girl gets up from the ground and puts her hand on her left shoulder, thus invoking a spirit
Robés: Ah, you like to get straight to the point, I like that ...
Rin: I'm glad you like it, little prince ...
Robés: BELLADONA!
Meanwhile we see that Roya, Noah, Zed, Jenna, Mikki and Ryan were watching attentively the battle that Robes was having with the foreigner, Amir Gaoul was leaning against a wall, but he was staring at the area where the Templar dignitaries were. , Task and Jimoto, although to tell the truth he had his gaze fixed on Hiromi ...
Jenna: You can see that the girl has experience in battle, she is very good
Mikki: But Master Robés is not far behind, he has had many battles, and has even participated in Wars in the past ...
Zed: That's right ... I wouldn't forgive Robés for losing this way -He says as he turns to look at the address where Jenna was, but instead of seeing her, he notices that Ryan looks at Roya from head to toe, in a way not very healthy, let's say, making Zed feel uncomfortable about this situation, so he moves standing behind Roya and decides to hug her, causing the rest around him to be surprised, since they did not know the reason why he was doing it, including Ginga He is surprised by causing a cookie that he was carrying in his hand to fall ... The white-haired man approaches the ear of the girl who was a bit blushed and says in a low voice ...
Zed: Hey Roya, did you and that guy were something in the past?
Roya: N ... No- she said a little nervous because of the hug and at the same time surprised, always keeping her tone low- Why?
Zed: That guy looked at you in a really weird way a while ago and I didn't like him at all, it makes me want to punch him
Roya: Don't do that, maybe you got it wrong ...
Zed: No, I know what I saw ... (he said annoyed)
Roya: At least it served as an excuse to hug me
Zed: I only take care of you ... -he says while smiling and rests his face on the girl's shoulder- but if you want I'll let you go now
Roya: No, stay like that for a little longer ...
Robés was in trouble, from one moment to another Jimoto's girl had surpassed her abilities, in the same way Belladonna was in trouble with a spirit that had the earth as an element, the worst enemy for an electric spirit like her
Robés: I think I underestimated you a little, dear
Rin: I told you not to do it, the new Jimoto is much stronger than before
Robés prepares to attack the girl running after her with his sword, with all the intentions to attack her, the girl runs towards him too, but being close, she dodges the attack of the champion Shard making her stay behind him, action the which takes advantage of it ... this spear electric Shards which hit the back of the tycoon, causing the force of the shock to push him out of the sand and into the water ...
"The Winner: Rin from Jimoto" said the advertiser while the public made a bustle before the end of the fight, Zadock saw the result of his subordinate very pleased ... instead Hiromi had his gaze fixed on the Young Savior while he hugged his girl ...
Hiromi: Will that girl be a point of weakness for you? Or maybe, on the contrary, it may be your strength ...
Zadock: What does my lord say? (asked surprised)
Hiromi: I was thinking loudly -he said while rolling his eyes- do not interrupt me in my moments of observation
"Now we start the next fight today ... Rakj, beastman representative of Task against Moreno, representative of Ulbarx ... Begin!" It was announced, while we saw that Robés arrived drenched where our heroes were, he looked disappointed and discouraged at the same time ...
Zed: Come on Robés, so early and you're already screwing up
Robés: Shut up, you are not the one who fought against that witch
Roya: For the other it will be better, other than remember that you will continue to have the title as the local champion Shard
Robés: As I will continue to maintain today's humiliation ... but let's change the subject ... -he smiles mischievously- I could see that Zed was holding you Roya ... don't tell me that you two are ...
Roya: This ... I ... (she said nervously)
Zed: What do you care about Robés- he said while crossing his arms a bit annoyed- it's something that only concerns her and me, it's not something to be shouting from the rooftops
Robés: Ah, so your are something else, huh? I knew something was going on, (he approaches both of them and puts his arms on them) I think it's something we should celebrate ...
"The Winner: Moreno de Ulbarx" could be heard in the background as everyone turned to look at the Arena in surprise, the battle was so fast, but we couldn't expect less from Moreno ... Ginga was pleased by the triumph of his partner, "We immediately began the third fight of the day of today: Mikki, representative of Templar vs Enmeida, Representative of Jimoto ... "
Noah: I hope Mikki does well, Enmeida is not a very easy person to deal with
Zed: I know, the truth is that Enmeida is a very violent person, on the other hand Mikki is very kind, and that has sometimes limited him as Shard Caster, by the way, Noah ... (he turns to see his friend smiling)
A sword with a purple scabbard brushed against an orange one ... Enmeida's attacks were very aggressive against Mikki, who only dared to defend himself against such a woman ...
Enmeida: It is very disappointing to fight someone like you
Mikki: It's not like I wanted to be here in the first place
Enmeida: I don't want to be here either ... but that's not why I'll act mediocre
Saying this, the girl throws some Shards against the young baker, he uses his shield to avoid the blow, but the girl appears from behind and throws other Shards, which hit the boy causing him to fall a few meters ahead ...
The boy instinctively stands up and quickly launches a Shard spirit into the sky ... This time it was Slugna who he had summoned, causing all his acquaintances to be surprised ... Enmeida is not far behind and invokes Sakhúa, who quickly launches the attack ...
Mikki runs towards Enmeida and launches direct attacks with his sword, scratching one of Enmeida's cheeks:
Enmeida: One of the things I hate the most in this world is that my beautiful face is damaged in this way, miserable!
Mikki: I didn't mean to do it, but you wouldn't like some more
The boy throws some Shards against the girl, but she attacks with some more, they make contact causing them to explode and a cloud of dust rises ... The young man tried to look to the sides trying to see his opponent, but this comes out through behind and throw a few more Shards at the boy ...
On the other hand Slugna seems to have an advantage over Sakhua, he was cornering Enmeida's spirit but suddenly it disappears ... "The Winner: Jimoto's Enmeida" was heard in the background, Mikki had been overtaken by the experienced Shard Caster, this was mouth down on the ground, unconscious from the impact he had had ...
Zed despite the fact that his friend had lost, he was pleased, since the boy had put up a good fight and he dared a little more, he knew perfectly well that Mikki would not pass this round, but he was surprised to see that he could handle Slugna in a better way ... Roya and Noah looked sad about what happened since they had hope that Mikki would win this round, they were already two Shard Casters from Templar eliminated, so there were only the two of them left
Roya: Poor Mikki, I will go to where the orderlies will take him to rest ... so I can heal his wounds with my healing Shards
Noah: Good idea
Zed: I'll be with you Roya ... -he said as he turned to see the girl- I'd like to be there when Mikki wakes up
Roya: Well ... let's go (says as they both leave towards the place where they were taking Mikki, while the Amir Gaoul followed them)
Ginga approaches Noah and touches one of his shoulders, he showed a warm smile, trying to cheer up the boy in front of him
Noah: Two more battles and you're on, good luck Ginga
Ginga: Yes, I know ... I haven't participated in a Joust for a long time, to tell the truth, I hope to at least win some fans -he smiles- I want to at least have someone to have fun with from time to time
Noah: Did you forget Roya so quickly?
Ginga: My beauty is still kept in my heart, but I know that someone else has her heart and I am glad to know that she is beginning to reciprocate
Noah: I know I shouldn't say something like that to you, but I really feel like both of them, they are moving forward and they both need each other
"For the 4th fight: Lars representative Ulbarx against Raya representative of Task" could be heard in the background as Noah and Ginga talked
Ginga: They complement each other, I knew it from the first time I saw them together, so I also feel very good for them, I can't hate or get mad at Zed for that ... to tell the truth I knew it from the beginning, better tell me Noah ... do you have someone you ever loved?
Noah: Me? -pause for a few seconds- The truth is that there was someone whom I loved, but since the war in Neotopia I have not seen her again ...
Ginga: Do you think she's alive?
Noah: I know that she is alive, she is a very strong Shard Caster, I know she was not going to die so easily
Ginga: And have you thought about going to find her?
Noah: I wouldn't know exactly where to start my search ...
Meanwhile we see that Roya has her right hand on Mikki's head, she used a Healling Shard on the boy, this little by little began to react, so Roya felt relieved that her friend was fine ...
Roya: Mikki… How do you feel?
Mikki: But… I lost, didn't I?
Zed: That's right, but you had a very good fight, so I'm very proud of you… (smiles)
Mikki: It was still a shame that I lost
Roya: Enmeida is a ruthless and very experienced Shard Caster, even I would have a lot of problems if I faced her
Zed: Roya is right ... Enmeida is a very violent person, so you really have to be very careful with her actually
"The winner: Raya of Task" said the enunciator ...
Mikki: Raya? ... Roya, it's practically your turn, hurry up and see, they'll call you
Roya: It's true ...
Zed: Run, we will catch up with you (looks a bit worried) Be very careful with your opponent Roya, and good luck ...
Roya nods with her face and turns around with the intention of leaving, but stops for a moment, looks back at Zed and quickly gives him a small kiss on the cheek ... Zed is surprised at the shy action of the girl, while we saw her get away from them and get closer to the Arena ... Mikki looked at Zed very pleased, then he gets off the stretcher and goes to the exit of the room walking towards the participants area, Zed was still standing inside the Room , the spirit Key approaches him, stands behind the boy and pushes him towards the exit ...
"Next we will start with today's 5th fight ... Shey, representative of Ulbarx against Roya, representative of Templar ... Begin!"
Shey: Let's see what you are really made of ... so far the Templar are losing and in their own house, how disappointing ...
Saying this, Shey runs towards her opponent ... shooting Water Shards, which came out of a hole in her mechanized hand (typical of Ulbarx), Roya deftly dodges them, while at the same time drawing her swords and launching the attack against the egocentric girl…
Zed was watching the fight carefully as did Ginga, Noah and Mikki, Robés had been missing for a while, since he could not bear the shame of having lost in the first round
Roya: I get you -she said while cornering the girl on the ground- you better admit your defeat ...
Shey: Never that - she kicks her opponent's abdomen, forcing her to move away from her- you're just a pretty girl playing Shard Caster, so I don't understand your attendance at this event ...
Roya: You will not define what I am or how I behave -Throw some Shards of Water- I will show that I can be a worthy Shard Caster!
When saying this the girl puts her right hand on her pattern which was in the middle of her chest calling her spirit "Afkareru" she said while her spirit appeared on the scene, it immediately took the harp from it was on her right shoulder and began to launch projectiles against the witch Ulbarx ... she covers herself using a shield, at the same time she raises her right hand towards the sky invoking a wind-type spirit ... and this one launches the attack against Afkareru causing the spirit to fall into the Water
"Afkareru, no!" Roya said as he saw his spirit fall, distracting himself from his opponent, who took advantage of that window to make Roya fall to the ground and thus corner her
"Roya, get up!" Zed said when he saw the girl in such a situation, Roya instead with his swords contained the girl who was on top of her ... Afkareru was also in trouble
Shey: Give it up, little girl, my patience is starting to run out
Roya: Do not ... do ... dream -she said with a little effort- I will not lose this fight, I have many reasons not to do it, so give up is not an options
Saying this,s he takes momentum in one of his arms and with the handle of the sword he hits Shey on the cheek, causing it to fall to the ground ...
Shey: You are a damn ...
Roya: This is for you ... Master Zico- puts his hand again on the pattern on his chest calling a spirit and throwing the Shard into the sky- Come Phyrom!
The Shard opened and that dragon-shaped spirit appeared which accompanied the old wise man for a long time, and he launched an attack against the opponent's spirit ...
"Oh Roya, that's great" Zed said excitedly when he saw that spirit again, instantly memories of old Zico invaded him ...
Roya launches the attack against Shey again, this time taking advantage of the fact that she was still on the ground, since the Blow given by Roya disoriented her a bit ... "This is how you come: witch Ulbarx" said Roya while throwing some Shards of Water against Shey, causing her to receive the impact directly and especially to come out of the sand falling into the water that surrounded it ...
"And the Winner ... Roya from Templar" was announced, while Roya left the Arena running to where her friends were, she was very happy for her triumph ... everyone was waiting for her smiling as they were happy for the triumph of her dear friend ...
Ginga: I didn't expect less from you, precious
Noah: That was great, Roya
Mikki: Finally someone from Templar goes to the quarterfinals
The white-haired man approaches the girl and puts his right hand on her shoulder and in a mocking way says:
Zed: Almost and I thought she beat you Roya ...
Roya: You will only say that - makes a face of annoyance- What way of congratulating was that?
Zed: I was very surprised to see Phyrom with you, you kept it quiet huh?
Roya: You are cruel ...
"In the next fight, Kenji representative of Jimoto will face Noah representative of Templar, to their positions"
Noah: I better get going ... they already called me
Zed: Good luck, Noah, don't overdo it -smiles- Make me proud of you
Noah: (nods his head) I'll do my best
Roya: Good luck Noah ...
Noah is heading towards the Arena, meanwhile we see Kenji heading towards it too, he was wearing a face of annoyance, "I can't believe it's my turn to do this, I'll make a fool of myself and all on Zadock's whim"
Both are placed in their respective positions, Noah looked firmly at his opponent, Kenji still with a face of Annoyance ...
"We will give way to our 6th fight today ... Kenjí representative of Jimoto against Noah representative of Templar ... Begin!" the announcer said ... Noah got into an attack position, but at the same time he was waiting for the movement that the boy could make in front of him ... But Kenji immediately raised his left hand to the sky ... "I withdraw from the fight" he said with a little of annoyance ... Noah was amazed at such a thing ... "Just as you heard ... I'm withdrawing from the fight, I don't want to carry it out" he said as he turned around and left the Arena ...
Zed: What is retired? But what happens to that guy, retreat just when he was already in the Arena ...
Roya: That seems strange to me ...
Mikki: Why do you think he did it?
Ginga: No idea, but that means now I'm going ... I better go to my position ...
"Since the Retreat of Jimoto's representative, victory automatically passes to Noah from Templar ... at the same time we make calls to the combatants of the next match to be present ..." was heard in the background as Ginga went towards the entrance of the arena to the time Noah came out of it, he looked extremely disappointed ...
Noah: I can't believe it, this had to happen to me
Roya: I truly sorry Noah
Mikki: Even I had a bad taste in my mouth
Zed: No way ... you'll have to wait and see who you have to face now ...
Noah: It seems so, most likely it is with Enmeida, since she was the winner of the 3rd fight
"In our 7th match and penultimate match of the first round will face Takeshi representative of Jimoto against Ginga, representative of Ulbarx "
Upon hearing this, the Amir Gaoul approaches Zed and puts his hand on the boy's shoulder, and of course he feels surprised by such behavior, but decides not to put much importance on the case, Ginga was staring at his opponent. "Begin" it was heard in the background as the Shofar was blown ...
"Wow ... this duel will be very entertaining" Takeshi said with a very mocking smile on his face, as he launched the attack
-End of chapter-