I love this dagger ^_^! I haven't had so much fun since I got my last
sword. Oh it's ssssssssoooooooooo beautiful!!!!! See, I bought it in Hawaii
and it's perfect! Definitely one of my favorites. And I found out this
great quality about it! Blood rolls right off. Isn't that great!? Ahhhhhh,
beautiful. They don't make weapons like this any more. Can you believe they
all backed away when I showed them my new toy?! Something about not
trusting me with sharp objects.
I'll stop now. Ahem. Now onto business. I realize there's no excuse for my absence or my irresponsibility at not updating for about a year, however, I'm baack! Ok now cut the crap. Sorry about not updating but I have a f*cking life too you know. So thanks for not killing me, and enjoy this filler chapter, though you probably won't.
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Max was sulking. His mother insisted on spending every minute with those All Stars. He had dreamt about meeting her again for so long. He almost felt disappointed in himself for being humiliated like that by Emily. Didn't she love him? Or was her research more important than her son. Sighing unhappily, he leaned over the side of the balcony, and peered into the busy streets. He'll just have to prove himself to her, that's all. By winning the World Tournament. In the still night air of the tall building he dimly heard a voice. Curious, he followed the timid sound, only to see a dark red figure standing on the balcony beside him. Without disturbing her, he listened. She was humming. It was a soft sound, mild, sad. She seemed to be deep in thought, almost like she was lost in another world, or another time. Suddenly the sound wavered, then started again, this time going on a little longer. She's trying to remember the tune. He realized this with astonishment. Deciding it was time to make his presence known, he called out.
"Hey, Ice!"
Her head snapped towards him, as the mild sound slipped back into the night.
"Go to bed Max. It's late."
"I know. I'm just thinking."
For a while silence once again followed as she peered at him as if trying to read his mind. Deciding that she could talk to him tonight, Ice hopped over the balcony of the 23rd level calmly and landed beside the wide-eyed teen. Slightly smirking she turned her head towards the blank spot in the dark sky that was devoid of any stars.
"Tell me what you're thinking. Tell me your thoughts."
"Wh..what?! I don't understand."
"You don't have to. You're interesting, that's all. But right now you're thinking of your mother."
"How did you know?"
"It's obvious. Does she mean that much to you?"
"Well, yeah. She's my mom. I've always wanted her to be proud of me."
Max was really more than surprised. Ice never spoke so many words to anyone. She wanted to know about him? Soon he found himself spilling out his mind to this strange friend. Her eyes never left the blank spot in the sky. Her lips never smiled. But it seemed to him that she understood more than Tyson or Ray ever had.
"Does family mean that much to you Max?"
Her voice wasn't cold and sharp this time, but quiet and tinged with curiosity. The whole situation made Max feel like he was an insect she had caught and was dissecting, peering into his deepest thoughts and dreams.
"Yeah. I mean, without family, what else have you got? Blood's thicker than water."
"Would you do anything for you mom? Would you die for her?"
"I.I guess."
"Why?"
"Because.she's my mom."
"You're smarter than me Max."
Lightly skipping back to her own balcony, Ice slid the door closed behind her, leaving Max's questioning eyes to stare after the innocent glass door. -----------------------------------
"Hey guys, now that the tournament's over, why don't we just enjoy ourselves in Las Vegas before heading off to Russia?"
"Hum, that's actually a good idea, but what do you think Kai? You're the captain."
"I couldn't care less."
"Sweet! I'm hitting the pool! Coming Ray?"
"Actually I thought I'd check out some of the street bladers here. I heard they're quite good."
"Suit yourself. Come on Max. Don't suppose you'll join us Kai?"
"Hmph."
"Figures."
Tyson watched Kai's swirling white scarf disappear around a corner. That guy just doesn't know when to cut loose. Giving up on Kai, Tyson and Max raced off the pool while Ray headed for the front door. Kai rounded the corner and headed for the hotel's grounds. At least he could get some work done. Frowning at Tyson's immaturity the holder of Dranzer let out a sigh wondering why he even bothered with that idiot.
Ray walked with a cat-like grace unrivaled by any...cat. Picking his way through the small puddles that had gathered from the light spring shower that morning, he let his feet take him where they will. Having never known his real family, the Blade Breakers and White Tigers were all the family he'd known. Smiling to himself, Ray reflected on their past victories and thought about what he'd do without his teammates always behind him. A car rushed by, splashing the carefully treading Ray with water. Annoyed, He shook himself lightly in a truly cat-like way. Turning, he was met with the pair of glittering ruby eyes that belonged to Ice. Startled, Ray took a small step back while consciously shaking his head slightly trying to rid himself of that drowned cat look, which he so detested.
"Hello Ray. Care if I walk with you?"
"Not at all. Aren't you at the pool?"
"Obviously not. You look fine Ray."
Her voice seemed lighter than usual, and her eyes seemed to be laughing at his antics. Smiling himself, Ray began walking once again, this time beside the equally careful Ice, who picked her way so daintily, that Ray almost laughed out laoud.
"What are you thinking Ray? Tell me your thoughts."
Slightly taken aback, Ray glanced at his companion. But her face portrayed nothing. His mouth seemed to take a life of it's own, and without knowing what it was that drew him to her, Ray spoke of everything his mind hid from his team, leaving him wide open and vulnerable.
"I never knew my parents. When I grew up, the White Tigers had always been my family. I know Lee still holds a grudge against me, but I'd give him anything else except my Drigger. Lee's family raised me. Even when I'm with the Blade Breakers, sometimes I still think of them."
"Do the White Tigers mean more to you than the Blade Breakers?"
"I...I really don't know. All I know is that they both mean more to me than anyone else. And I'd do anything for them."
"Would you die for them Ray? Would you walk to hell and back for them? For your teams?"
"Yes. I think I would."
"Why?"
"They mean everything to me. They're like my family."
Without knowing, they had walked back to the hotel. Ice didn't stop, but walked in, her words carried on the slight breeze as Ray watched her retreating back.
"I hope you know where you loyalty lies Ray." - - - - - - - - - - - - -
"Dranzer! Fire Arrows!"
The brilliant red phoenix soared out in all her glory, spreading her wings and sending numerous darting flames into the opposing wall. Suddenly a red beyblade clashed against Kai's own, and an identical phoenix emerged. Holding out his hand in silent command, Dranzer shot out of the dish and was held firmly in Kai's palm. The red beyblade did the same, and Ice stepped into view. Her eyes were still lit from the short battle and a strange grin was on her lips.
"Hello Kai. You're beyblade is cutting into your hand."
A small drip of blood fell to the floor as Kai pocketed his blade, without realizing that his natural protective instincts had kicked in when Ice appeared.
"What do you want."
"You're very protective of Dranzer."
Kai's eyes never left the red figure as she closed the distance between slowly, holding eye contact, stopping only a few steps away from him.
"Do you care for her as a friend Kai?"
Kai smirked. So this is what she's playing at, trying to find a weakness.
"Dranzer's my bit beast. I use her in battle so I can win, that's all."
The change was miraculous. The glitter left those blood red eyes and the smile turned into ice cold hostility. When she spoke again, her voice came as sharp as ice.
"Dranzer's YOUR bit beast? She belongs to you?"
"Of coarse. I don't know what's going on with your blade, but Dranzer's mine."
"You view her as a weapon?"
"Naturally. What more is she?"
"Yes. That's all the phoenix is. A most lethal weapon."
The last part was a came so light, that Kai could hardly hear her. Then she started walking away. Never turning back.
"I hope you use your weapon well Kai."
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Darkness claimed the hotel and it's inhabitants. The few lights that were still on, soon went out. Beside the pool, Ice waited. She studied her features in the still water. Even in darkness her blood red eyes dimly glowed like embers. Without turning, she felt the presence of her acquaintance.
"You're late."
"It's not up to you, to command me Ice."
Turning with a sneer, she faced Boris.
"Nor is it up to you to command me."
In one swift and silent movement, Boris's large hand closed upon her throat. At the same time Ice pressed the small dagger that she always kept in her arm guard against Boris's chest, directly over his heart. Eye's unwavering, and the sneer not yet leaving her face.
"Go on. Try it Boris. I'll drop you where you stand."
With a grunt Boris lifted his hand and frowned. And the dagger disappeared up Ice's right arm guard.
"I hold my loyalties to Voltaire and only Voltaire. You have nothing on me Boris. Nothing at all."
"Have you gathered the necessary information?"
"Yes."
"Are you prepared to commence the Master Plan?"
"Kai shall be a problem, but I have 85% confidence that the plan shall go as expected."
"Good. You have to act soon. We need those bit beasts as soon as possible."
"I know. You can expect me tomorrow night."
"If you think you can succeed in one day's time, then I wish you luck, for my sake."
"Of coarse."
With one last smirk, Ice's intimidating shadow disappeared into the night. She didn't see the poisonous glare Boris shot at her, or the tight frown he wore.
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OK so it doesn't make up for not updating for so long after I promised to, but it's better than nothing! Besides, It IS only a filler. Right? I SWEAR I'll have the next chappie up within three days, unless this crappy internet connection fails again.
Until next time ^_~;;;
I'll stop now. Ahem. Now onto business. I realize there's no excuse for my absence or my irresponsibility at not updating for about a year, however, I'm baack! Ok now cut the crap. Sorry about not updating but I have a f*cking life too you know. So thanks for not killing me, and enjoy this filler chapter, though you probably won't.
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Max was sulking. His mother insisted on spending every minute with those All Stars. He had dreamt about meeting her again for so long. He almost felt disappointed in himself for being humiliated like that by Emily. Didn't she love him? Or was her research more important than her son. Sighing unhappily, he leaned over the side of the balcony, and peered into the busy streets. He'll just have to prove himself to her, that's all. By winning the World Tournament. In the still night air of the tall building he dimly heard a voice. Curious, he followed the timid sound, only to see a dark red figure standing on the balcony beside him. Without disturbing her, he listened. She was humming. It was a soft sound, mild, sad. She seemed to be deep in thought, almost like she was lost in another world, or another time. Suddenly the sound wavered, then started again, this time going on a little longer. She's trying to remember the tune. He realized this with astonishment. Deciding it was time to make his presence known, he called out.
"Hey, Ice!"
Her head snapped towards him, as the mild sound slipped back into the night.
"Go to bed Max. It's late."
"I know. I'm just thinking."
For a while silence once again followed as she peered at him as if trying to read his mind. Deciding that she could talk to him tonight, Ice hopped over the balcony of the 23rd level calmly and landed beside the wide-eyed teen. Slightly smirking she turned her head towards the blank spot in the dark sky that was devoid of any stars.
"Tell me what you're thinking. Tell me your thoughts."
"Wh..what?! I don't understand."
"You don't have to. You're interesting, that's all. But right now you're thinking of your mother."
"How did you know?"
"It's obvious. Does she mean that much to you?"
"Well, yeah. She's my mom. I've always wanted her to be proud of me."
Max was really more than surprised. Ice never spoke so many words to anyone. She wanted to know about him? Soon he found himself spilling out his mind to this strange friend. Her eyes never left the blank spot in the sky. Her lips never smiled. But it seemed to him that she understood more than Tyson or Ray ever had.
"Does family mean that much to you Max?"
Her voice wasn't cold and sharp this time, but quiet and tinged with curiosity. The whole situation made Max feel like he was an insect she had caught and was dissecting, peering into his deepest thoughts and dreams.
"Yeah. I mean, without family, what else have you got? Blood's thicker than water."
"Would you do anything for you mom? Would you die for her?"
"I.I guess."
"Why?"
"Because.she's my mom."
"You're smarter than me Max."
Lightly skipping back to her own balcony, Ice slid the door closed behind her, leaving Max's questioning eyes to stare after the innocent glass door. -----------------------------------
"Hey guys, now that the tournament's over, why don't we just enjoy ourselves in Las Vegas before heading off to Russia?"
"Hum, that's actually a good idea, but what do you think Kai? You're the captain."
"I couldn't care less."
"Sweet! I'm hitting the pool! Coming Ray?"
"Actually I thought I'd check out some of the street bladers here. I heard they're quite good."
"Suit yourself. Come on Max. Don't suppose you'll join us Kai?"
"Hmph."
"Figures."
Tyson watched Kai's swirling white scarf disappear around a corner. That guy just doesn't know when to cut loose. Giving up on Kai, Tyson and Max raced off the pool while Ray headed for the front door. Kai rounded the corner and headed for the hotel's grounds. At least he could get some work done. Frowning at Tyson's immaturity the holder of Dranzer let out a sigh wondering why he even bothered with that idiot.
Ray walked with a cat-like grace unrivaled by any...cat. Picking his way through the small puddles that had gathered from the light spring shower that morning, he let his feet take him where they will. Having never known his real family, the Blade Breakers and White Tigers were all the family he'd known. Smiling to himself, Ray reflected on their past victories and thought about what he'd do without his teammates always behind him. A car rushed by, splashing the carefully treading Ray with water. Annoyed, He shook himself lightly in a truly cat-like way. Turning, he was met with the pair of glittering ruby eyes that belonged to Ice. Startled, Ray took a small step back while consciously shaking his head slightly trying to rid himself of that drowned cat look, which he so detested.
"Hello Ray. Care if I walk with you?"
"Not at all. Aren't you at the pool?"
"Obviously not. You look fine Ray."
Her voice seemed lighter than usual, and her eyes seemed to be laughing at his antics. Smiling himself, Ray began walking once again, this time beside the equally careful Ice, who picked her way so daintily, that Ray almost laughed out laoud.
"What are you thinking Ray? Tell me your thoughts."
Slightly taken aback, Ray glanced at his companion. But her face portrayed nothing. His mouth seemed to take a life of it's own, and without knowing what it was that drew him to her, Ray spoke of everything his mind hid from his team, leaving him wide open and vulnerable.
"I never knew my parents. When I grew up, the White Tigers had always been my family. I know Lee still holds a grudge against me, but I'd give him anything else except my Drigger. Lee's family raised me. Even when I'm with the Blade Breakers, sometimes I still think of them."
"Do the White Tigers mean more to you than the Blade Breakers?"
"I...I really don't know. All I know is that they both mean more to me than anyone else. And I'd do anything for them."
"Would you die for them Ray? Would you walk to hell and back for them? For your teams?"
"Yes. I think I would."
"Why?"
"They mean everything to me. They're like my family."
Without knowing, they had walked back to the hotel. Ice didn't stop, but walked in, her words carried on the slight breeze as Ray watched her retreating back.
"I hope you know where you loyalty lies Ray." - - - - - - - - - - - - -
"Dranzer! Fire Arrows!"
The brilliant red phoenix soared out in all her glory, spreading her wings and sending numerous darting flames into the opposing wall. Suddenly a red beyblade clashed against Kai's own, and an identical phoenix emerged. Holding out his hand in silent command, Dranzer shot out of the dish and was held firmly in Kai's palm. The red beyblade did the same, and Ice stepped into view. Her eyes were still lit from the short battle and a strange grin was on her lips.
"Hello Kai. You're beyblade is cutting into your hand."
A small drip of blood fell to the floor as Kai pocketed his blade, without realizing that his natural protective instincts had kicked in when Ice appeared.
"What do you want."
"You're very protective of Dranzer."
Kai's eyes never left the red figure as she closed the distance between slowly, holding eye contact, stopping only a few steps away from him.
"Do you care for her as a friend Kai?"
Kai smirked. So this is what she's playing at, trying to find a weakness.
"Dranzer's my bit beast. I use her in battle so I can win, that's all."
The change was miraculous. The glitter left those blood red eyes and the smile turned into ice cold hostility. When she spoke again, her voice came as sharp as ice.
"Dranzer's YOUR bit beast? She belongs to you?"
"Of coarse. I don't know what's going on with your blade, but Dranzer's mine."
"You view her as a weapon?"
"Naturally. What more is she?"
"Yes. That's all the phoenix is. A most lethal weapon."
The last part was a came so light, that Kai could hardly hear her. Then she started walking away. Never turning back.
"I hope you use your weapon well Kai."
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Darkness claimed the hotel and it's inhabitants. The few lights that were still on, soon went out. Beside the pool, Ice waited. She studied her features in the still water. Even in darkness her blood red eyes dimly glowed like embers. Without turning, she felt the presence of her acquaintance.
"You're late."
"It's not up to you, to command me Ice."
Turning with a sneer, she faced Boris.
"Nor is it up to you to command me."
In one swift and silent movement, Boris's large hand closed upon her throat. At the same time Ice pressed the small dagger that she always kept in her arm guard against Boris's chest, directly over his heart. Eye's unwavering, and the sneer not yet leaving her face.
"Go on. Try it Boris. I'll drop you where you stand."
With a grunt Boris lifted his hand and frowned. And the dagger disappeared up Ice's right arm guard.
"I hold my loyalties to Voltaire and only Voltaire. You have nothing on me Boris. Nothing at all."
"Have you gathered the necessary information?"
"Yes."
"Are you prepared to commence the Master Plan?"
"Kai shall be a problem, but I have 85% confidence that the plan shall go as expected."
"Good. You have to act soon. We need those bit beasts as soon as possible."
"I know. You can expect me tomorrow night."
"If you think you can succeed in one day's time, then I wish you luck, for my sake."
"Of coarse."
With one last smirk, Ice's intimidating shadow disappeared into the night. She didn't see the poisonous glare Boris shot at her, or the tight frown he wore.
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OK so it doesn't make up for not updating for so long after I promised to, but it's better than nothing! Besides, It IS only a filler. Right? I SWEAR I'll have the next chappie up within three days, unless this crappy internet connection fails again.
Until next time ^_~;;;