NB: Final battle. Wow. Did we go that fast?
Ray: Yup.
NB: Okay let's get down to business.
To Oliver Killer
Look I love the reviews. But if you don't have anything good to say or write please don't write it. It's your own option that you think Hoshi is a mary sue. I respect that. Like I said it's your own option. I don't which definition you think Hoshi is but I can tell you I try not to make her a mary sue. If you think she's one because she is based on me then think again. The only part of her that is REALLY based on me is little and I mean little bits of my personality. If you think she's one because you see her as one of those perfect little girls then you're wrong again. She's isn't if you stick around to the story you'll see that she isn't. I wouldn't say much cause that'll ruin it for the others but there is a dark side to her past. It's all a mask. She's Kai sister for crying out loud. You should know from that, that she's like her brother and rather keep everything, her past, her feelings, ect to herself. It was the way she was brought up. But please keep on reading if you like. I don't mean to offend you but this really puts a dent in my pride and I don't like it. So like I said, if you don't have anything good to say please don't say it at all. Thank you.
**Kai walks in, Ray sneaks out.**
NB: Hi Kai!
Kai: Happy Birthday. Here. (It was actually my birthday was two days ago and I wanted to post these chapter but fanfiction.net would let me post for some reason. But that's not stopping me from celebrating my birthday since I wrote these notes for two days ago.)
NB: **Open the gift** Dinner for two anywhere and an endless supply of aspirin?!
Kai: That's for dealing with Tyson when he gets on your nerves. I noticed that you were running a bit low on them.
NB: Thank you Kai!!!!!!!!!!
Kai: Your welcome.
NB: Good cause you need to the disclaimers cause Kirara disappeared sometime this morning and isn't back yet.
Kai: Since it's your birthday I'll it.
NB: **Hugs Kai** Thanks Kai. You're the best fic brother any girl could have.
Kai: I know I know. My fic sister doesn't own anything but herself and her Bit Beast.
More than meets the Eye
There was a look of worry on Ray, Kai and Hoshi's face. They knew that the battle was going from bad to worse. Everything seem to slow down as Gary's blade went for what seemed like that last kill. The entire stadium watched as Gary's Beyblade hit Draciel and send her flying. There was a look of shocked on Max's face as Draciel hit the ground not too far from him.
"And the winner is Gary from the White Tigers," said Jazzman.
Max picked up his Beyblade. There was a look of disappointment on his face. He didn't know that Gary was that strong.
"That's okay Maxie," said Kenny.
"Okay," he said sadly.
Mariah walked up to the dish. "You're up Hoshi," said Kai. Hoshi looked up. It was Mariah she was facing. She let out a sigh. This was going to be a hard battle. She never went up against Mariah before but she knew how she battle. *I'm going to have watch Mariah. She's uses her claws, but two can play at that game,* thought Hoshi. No one noticed that Hoshi had that same cat look that Mariah was wearing. Her teeth, which now looked like a pair of fangs, were bared and her eyes became slits. She was calling the power of her bit beast. She would need it in this battle. Mariah was the toughest opponent she would face. They knew each other weakness and countered each of their strengths. Two cat spirits were meeting for the first time in the same dish. One intense battle was coming.
"Next up is Mariah from the White Tigers," said AJ. "She's got some mad skills and her Bit Beast, Galux uses her claws to scratch out their opponents."
Stats: White Tigers Mariah Bit Beast: Galux Special Attack: Cat Scratch Attack: 4 Defense: 2 Endurance: 4
"We can't forget her opponent, Hoshi of the Bladebreakers. This girl can destroy her opponents just as fast she can pull her ripcord. Her Bit Beast Nekangel has the same power as Mariah. These two meet with the same strengths and weakness in this dish. It's like putting yourself against yourself," said Brad.
Stats: Bladebreakers Hoshi Bit Beast: Nekangel Special Attack: Cat Punch Attack: 4 Defense: 2 Endurance: 4
Hoshi walked up to the dish. She took out her Beyblade. Time to forget everything and focus on the battle. No time for chitchat and other thoughts. "Well I finally meet the infamous Hoshi of the Bladebreakers," said Mariah. There was a small smirk on her face. Hoshi just scowled at her.
"And if it isn't the female strength behind the White Tigers Mariah," she shot back.
Mariah tossed back her hair. "Of course I seem to be the only female."
The anger within Hoshi grew, "And that's suppose to mean?"
Mariah just smirk, "You're certainly not a lady with those looks. You look better as the bearded lady at the circus."
//Calm down Hoshi.//
/I know./
//Well then calm down.//
/I'm trying./
Hoshi cut off her link with Kai. She knew that he was right. Getting angry wasn't going to help her at all.
"Bladers ready? 3..2...1 Let it rip," yelled Jazzman.
Hoshi and Mariah launched their Beyblades. Both Galux and Nekangel hit each other as they spun around the dish. They both could feel the hatred and anger from their mistresses. Back and front they when. It wasn't hard to see the hatred from the two girls. Sparks flew through the sky as neither girl was going to back down.
"Why don't you give it up," said Mariah, "You're going to lose."
Hoshi growled at her, "I'm not backing down from this fight. So quit the chitchat and let's finish this battle."
Off to the sidelines Michael was planning something in his head. He wasn't about to lose this tournament. Without anyone noticing he glowed a soft golden color. But then again to anyone else it was harsh golden color.
Out in the battle dish Hoshi felt a chill go down here spine. Without warning a burst of memories explode. Not the kind of good memories that most children have when they are young. But a miss match of every bad memory you can have. From nightmares you had when you were a kids to physical and mental pain. Hoshi being Hoshi that was never good. In the dish her Beyblade was slowing down bit by bit. Mariah was already noticing that little fact. Now Mariah maybe be mean and a bit cruel at times but she was fair time to time. She wanted a fair battle with the infamous Hoshi of the Bladebreakers.
"Hey what's the big idea," she yelled across to Hoshi. Near the Bladebreakers box, the rest of the Bladebreakers were noticing the change.
//Hoshi what's wrong?//
/It hurts Kai. I can't take the pain./
//Sis the pain you're feeling is nothing more but an illusion. It's not real. You're battling Mariah sis this is a Beyblade battle not someone hurting you.//
/I-I can't./
//You can.//
Ray look at Kai and Hoshi. It was almost like he was talking her without moving his lips and Hoshi was understanding every word. But what ever Kai was doing it wasn't working. Hoshi looked like she was in a great deal of pain and her Beyblade was slowing down. Soon it would stop completely. That wouldn't be good. *I wish I could help,* thought Ray. Unknown to him he was glowing a soft green color.
What's going on? Ray suddenly noticed that something was going on.
//Ray?//
Kai is that you?
//But how oh never mind.//
What's going on?
//Well let's just say you're tapping into your powers. As for Hoshi she's saying that she's feeling pain but there's nothing happening to her.//
what?!
//That's right. But I can't convince her another wise.//
Hoshi?
/R-Ray?/
Hey. Yeah it's me. Hoshi listen carefully. I don't know what going within you. But it's not real. You need to snap out of it.
/It hurts too much./
Whatever hurting you can't hurt you now. Remember what you told me earlier? That we are going to win this tournament. You need to pull through. You can do it.
Thoughts were already going though Hoshi's head. Things were confusing her, Nekangel was already sensing her mistress confusion was trying to finish the battle without her mistress. Hoshi wanted to win, she truly wanted to. But she couldn't at the same time. She just couldn't, not this time.
Off side Michael smirked, his plan was working perfectly. He closed his eyes and focused his powers for one last attack. Back to the battle dish, Hoshi felt the surge of power. She now knew where it was coming from but she felt helpless against. Neka and Kai were in no position to help her either was Ray. Then there was another surge of memories and pain Hoshi couldn't take it any more. She collapsed right there. Neka stop spinning at the same time and laid still in the dish. Kai felt his link with his sister snap and Ray felt the feeling of dread over come him. Tyson, Max and Kenny were all wondering what was happening and so was the rest of the stadium.
Ray raced to Hoshi. He checked for a pulse. There was one but it looked like Hoshi was knocked out. "Is she alright," asked Jazzman.
Ray nodded, "Just unconscious I think."
"Hey I want a rematch," shouted Mariah.
"Mariah. We won the battle fair and square," commented Lee. He grinned at Kai. It was his turn to taut the leader of the Bladebreakers. Now they had to win one more round in order to win this tournament. Kai just glared back but not for long as he completely worry over his sister. Ray picked up Hoshi and put her on the bench. She should be find.
"Well the winner is Mariah from the White Tiger. Now all they need now is one more win the this tournament is there," said Jazzman.
"Next up is Kai from the Bladebreakers. They're in a nasty situation right now. One more lose and White Tigers wins," said Brad, "But Kai isn't a pushover. He and his Bit Beast Dranzer really turn up the heat."
Stats: Bladebreakers Kai Bit Beast: Dranzer Special Attack: Fire arrows Attack: 3 Defense: 2 Endurance: 3
"He'll be going up against Michael the newest member of the White Tigers and his Bit Beast, Trygle," said AJ.
Stats: White Tigers Michael Bit Beast: Attack: 4 Defense: 2 Endurance: 2
"What's the matter with your sister," asked Michael.
"That's none of your business," snapped Kai. He knew Michael's tricks.
"Whatever you say. Just worried about a friend, a very good friend," said Michael.
Kai growled at him, "Stay away from my sister."
"3..2...1 Let it rip."
Both beyblades hit the dish. In no time they both were hitting each other. Two firebirds met in the ring. It wasn't the first time but two of the same elements to together in same ring made it just as hard for the players to win. If it had been a fair fight with Mariah and Hoshi it would be something rather similar to this seeing that both Mariah and Hoshi have cat spirits, strengths and weaknesses.
"Dranzer fire arrow," ordered Kai.
Dranzer rose from her bit in a burst of flame. She headed in for the kill.
"Trygle attack," said Michael.
Trygle also rose from his bit. Both beyblades hit full focus. Yet either seemed to slow down or have taken any damage. Either was backing down. Both wanted to wanted to win. "Hey Kai why don't you give up now," said Michael.
Kai frowned, "You should know better than that Michael. I never back down and I'm not about to now."
Michael shrugged. "Have it your way. But there is a first time for everything you know."
Dranzer and Trygle could feel the hatred and dislike for their opponent. Off to the side both teams could feel it also. But only one person knew the real reason why; Hoshi. But currently she was knocked. Actually one other person partly knew the story but never knew the true reason why. That person was Tyson.
"Hmm Kai really taking this personally," said Kenny, "I wonder why?"
"Who knows," said Max.
Tyson nodded, "Kai always has a reason though. He never told me the real reason why he dislikes Michael. All he said was he did something that Kai would never be able to forgive him."
Back and forth the Beyblades went. But it also seemed like the real battle was outside of the dish and between the two bladers. "Dranzer finish this," said Kai.
"Attack Trygle," said Michael.
The Beyblades when in for what seemed like the last kill. But unknown to everyone else Kai knew already who was going to win. Someone wasn't going to like it at all though.
Ray let out a small gasp that went unheard by everyone else. Though no else could see it Ray could. Kai looked like he was on fire. There was a bright red aura surrounding him. Dranzer gave a great cry as she again went in for the kill. Trygle made movement to get out of the way, the final stand.
Both Beyblades collide with such a force that a cloud dust rose from the ground, blinding everyone. No one could see who the winner was. The dust clouded everyone's eyes. But they didn't have to wait for long.
The dust soon settled. Michael uncovered his eyes. He looked across to see that Kai made no movements from his spot. Kai had closed his eyes and had his arms crossed over his chest. He opened his cold crimson eyes, they held no emotions. "It's over Michael," he stated.
"What?!" Michael looked down into the dish. Trygle lay right next to a spinning Dranzer.
"And the winner is Kai," yelled Jazzman.
"What a terrific victory for the Bladebreakers," said AJ.
"Wow this finals around really heating up. The Bladebreakers need to win the rest of their victories to win this tournament," said Brad.
"Nice battle Kai," said Ray.
Kai didn't answer. He just took a seat right to Kenny and his sister who was still unconscious. Quietly he did say something, "Ray you're up next."
Ray looked to see Kevin approaching. Ray gripped Driger and walked up to the plate. "Well if it isn't Ray. I hope you're ready to lose," taunted Kevin.
Ray smirked back at him, "No Kevin. You're not going to win this round. I am. You're all talk and no action. That how you Beyblade."
"Why you," said Kevin.
"3..2..1 Let it Rip," said Jazzman.
Both bladers took a few moments to realize what happen. They were taunting each other so much they never noticed that Brad and AJ had already announced the stats and everything. After that they didn't waste any time to launch their Beyblades.
"Driger Tiger Claw Attack!"
"Counter it Galamon!"
Galamon sailed pass Driger. Either Beyblade let up on their attack. "Give it up Ray you can't win this battle," said Kevin.
Ray just smirked, "I'm not the same kid you knew a few months ago. I've change and for the better there's no way you're going to push me around this time."
Kevin growled at him. He thought Ray would be a pushover but it seems that he had gained a lot of skills since the last time. This would be harder than he thought.
~*~
Off side Hoshi slowly began to stir. Kai sensing this was over by his sister side. Hoshi groaned and pushed herself up. Blinking she looked around, "Kai what happened," she asked.
"You collapsed."
"I lost?"
"Unfortunately yes."
Hoshi looked down at the floor. She felt really bad. This was the oh she didn't know how many times it seemed like she did this. In a way she felt that she failed her brother again. Not only in losing the battle but also in her spirit herself. Kai seemed to sense, like most kind somewhat loving brothers and said, "Hoshi don't you start thinking like that."
Softly he heard, "I know." Hoshi closed her eyes. She knew that Ray was battling, that Kai was overly worried about her well-being, Tyson, Max, and Kenny wishing that they would win the tournament. Hoshi felt lost again, yet it the small fact that Ray was battling brought a little hope back to Hoshi for some odd reason. Hoshi turned and watched as Ray countered one of Galamon's attack and attack back with his Tiger Claw. Suddenly it was all over. Kevin's Beyblade laid on the ground not to far from Ray's feet.
"No way I lost," yelled Kevin.
Ray picked up Kevin's Beyblade and tossed it back to his owner. Kevin caught it with ease. Off to the side Ray heard Jazzman announce him as the winner. Ray turned back to Kevin. "What I said earlier Kevin still stands. You're all talk and no actions. You don't know the spirit of Beyblading like I do. I have to thank my friends for that." Ray glanced back at his friends, his glaze falling on falling on a certain girl. He turned around and walked back the team box.
"Nice battle Ray," said Tyson.
Ray gave him a grin, "Well I had a good teacher." He looked at Hoshi. She just smiled back at him.
"Nice job Ray," she said.
"This is get really getting intense," said Brad. "Both teams are tied and this next battle will determine it all."
"I wonder who'll be going home with the championships," asked AJ.
"Your guess is as good as mind," said Brad. "Up next we have Tyson from the Bladebreakers. Tyson's the kind of guy who like to freestyle Beyblade, which is cool but dangerous at times. His Bit Beast Dragoon can really knock the wind out of you."
Stats: Bladebreakers Tyson Bit Beast: Dragoon Special Attack: Storm Attack Attack: 3 Defense: 1 Endurance: 3
"He'll be going up against Lee of the White Tigers. His Bit Beast Galleon is something to be reckoning with. Not only that they have matching sideburns."
Stats: White Tigers Lee Bit Beast: Galleon Special Attack: Black Lightning Attack: 4 Defense: 3 Endurance: 3
Tyson walked up to the dish. "Well if it isn't Tyson of the Bladebreakers. If you don't want me to crush your Beyblade to pieces I suggest you back out know," said Lee with a smug look on his face.
Tyson held up his Beyblade so that Lee could see it. His Beyblade gleamed in the light. "Lee as long as Dragoon is willing to fight so am I. I'm not going to back down. So you better prepare yourself cause you're the one who will be walking without the championships for this tournament."
Lee gave a yawn. "Such brave words. It's too bad you'll be the one without the championship. I wonder how your dear lover will feel if you lose this battle."
"Don't you dare talk about Kai like that," yelled Tyson. "He's ten times a better blader than you and I'll take you down for that."
Lee readies his Beyblade, "We will see."
Tyson did that same.
"3...2...1 Let it rip!!!"
Both the Beyblades went flying into the dish.
~*~
NB: Hm what do you think about that chapter?
Kai: You're going to leave like that?
NB: Yep!
Kirara: Why Aibou?
NB: I really don't know.
**everyone does anime fall**
NB: What?!
**Ray comes back in**
Ray: **Kiss Hoshi on the cheek** Happy Birthday! Here's your present.
NB: **Blush** thanks Ray. **Opens the gift** WOW!!!!!
**Inside the box was a new launcher for NB AKA Hoshi's Beyblade and a picture frame with a picture of Ray and herself, and we can't forget the Japanese dinner that Ray prepared for them.**
NB: I'll treasure it. *Kisses Ray on the cheek** Arigato Ray-chan!!
Ray: **Blushes**
NB: Don't forget to review and read the ever else I update to find out what else I got from others.
Ray: Where did Kai go and what about the others?
NB: I think the others are somewhere in American cause Tyson dragged them cause he heard that there was a new ice cream shop that sold over 100 flavors. As for Kai he left during that chapter cause he noticed there was some fan girls were hanging out and he also went to find where Kaira was.
Ray: Oh.
Postman: Package for a Ms. Nagareboshi AKA Hoshi Hiwatari.
NB: Hm what could that be.
Postman: Sign here please.
NB: Okay.
Postman: **Hands Hoshi a package.**
NB: **Opens the package.**
**Inside there was a letter**
Letter: Hi Hoshi and if Ray is there. This is Kenny. (Of course Ray there. Why wouldn't he be?) That was Tyson. Happy Birthday Hoshi. Here's are your gifts.
NB: **blinks** Okay.
From Tyson: A promise not to annoy her for the rest of the month.
NB: he's joking.
Ray: No way he can keep that promise.
From Max: Some blank CDs and a CD Burner.
NB: Oh goodie! Now I can burn CDs.
Ray: What did Kenny give you?
From Kenny: A paid vacation to anywhere in the world and an upgraded Nekangel.
NB: Where did he get that?!
Ray: I think he pulled some strings with BBA and Mr. Dickenson.
NB: Well I'm not complaining and it's for two.
Ray: Should we start packing?
NB: Yeah and just in time for spring break next week. (Mind you I would love a vacation but unfortunately I'm not going anywhere.) So Kirara and maybe Kaira will host the next chapter.
Ray: So where are we going? And Kenny said they'll be back in a few weeks.
NB: I don't know. Where you want to go?
Ray: I don't care. Where ever is fine.
NB: Okay then like I said earlier don't forget to review and I'll see you next time!
Ray: If you want to find out how old she is then go to Of a Deep Blue and figure out the math problem that Kirara made if you really want to sit there and figure it out. Don't worry she's that old just wants to give you a challenge to solve. Hint She's not out of school yet but out of elementary school.
NB: BYE!!!
Ray: Yup.
NB: Okay let's get down to business.
To Oliver Killer
Look I love the reviews. But if you don't have anything good to say or write please don't write it. It's your own option that you think Hoshi is a mary sue. I respect that. Like I said it's your own option. I don't which definition you think Hoshi is but I can tell you I try not to make her a mary sue. If you think she's one because she is based on me then think again. The only part of her that is REALLY based on me is little and I mean little bits of my personality. If you think she's one because you see her as one of those perfect little girls then you're wrong again. She's isn't if you stick around to the story you'll see that she isn't. I wouldn't say much cause that'll ruin it for the others but there is a dark side to her past. It's all a mask. She's Kai sister for crying out loud. You should know from that, that she's like her brother and rather keep everything, her past, her feelings, ect to herself. It was the way she was brought up. But please keep on reading if you like. I don't mean to offend you but this really puts a dent in my pride and I don't like it. So like I said, if you don't have anything good to say please don't say it at all. Thank you.
**Kai walks in, Ray sneaks out.**
NB: Hi Kai!
Kai: Happy Birthday. Here. (It was actually my birthday was two days ago and I wanted to post these chapter but fanfiction.net would let me post for some reason. But that's not stopping me from celebrating my birthday since I wrote these notes for two days ago.)
NB: **Open the gift** Dinner for two anywhere and an endless supply of aspirin?!
Kai: That's for dealing with Tyson when he gets on your nerves. I noticed that you were running a bit low on them.
NB: Thank you Kai!!!!!!!!!!
Kai: Your welcome.
NB: Good cause you need to the disclaimers cause Kirara disappeared sometime this morning and isn't back yet.
Kai: Since it's your birthday I'll it.
NB: **Hugs Kai** Thanks Kai. You're the best fic brother any girl could have.
Kai: I know I know. My fic sister doesn't own anything but herself and her Bit Beast.
More than meets the Eye
There was a look of worry on Ray, Kai and Hoshi's face. They knew that the battle was going from bad to worse. Everything seem to slow down as Gary's blade went for what seemed like that last kill. The entire stadium watched as Gary's Beyblade hit Draciel and send her flying. There was a look of shocked on Max's face as Draciel hit the ground not too far from him.
"And the winner is Gary from the White Tigers," said Jazzman.
Max picked up his Beyblade. There was a look of disappointment on his face. He didn't know that Gary was that strong.
"That's okay Maxie," said Kenny.
"Okay," he said sadly.
Mariah walked up to the dish. "You're up Hoshi," said Kai. Hoshi looked up. It was Mariah she was facing. She let out a sigh. This was going to be a hard battle. She never went up against Mariah before but she knew how she battle. *I'm going to have watch Mariah. She's uses her claws, but two can play at that game,* thought Hoshi. No one noticed that Hoshi had that same cat look that Mariah was wearing. Her teeth, which now looked like a pair of fangs, were bared and her eyes became slits. She was calling the power of her bit beast. She would need it in this battle. Mariah was the toughest opponent she would face. They knew each other weakness and countered each of their strengths. Two cat spirits were meeting for the first time in the same dish. One intense battle was coming.
"Next up is Mariah from the White Tigers," said AJ. "She's got some mad skills and her Bit Beast, Galux uses her claws to scratch out their opponents."
Stats: White Tigers Mariah Bit Beast: Galux Special Attack: Cat Scratch Attack: 4 Defense: 2 Endurance: 4
"We can't forget her opponent, Hoshi of the Bladebreakers. This girl can destroy her opponents just as fast she can pull her ripcord. Her Bit Beast Nekangel has the same power as Mariah. These two meet with the same strengths and weakness in this dish. It's like putting yourself against yourself," said Brad.
Stats: Bladebreakers Hoshi Bit Beast: Nekangel Special Attack: Cat Punch Attack: 4 Defense: 2 Endurance: 4
Hoshi walked up to the dish. She took out her Beyblade. Time to forget everything and focus on the battle. No time for chitchat and other thoughts. "Well I finally meet the infamous Hoshi of the Bladebreakers," said Mariah. There was a small smirk on her face. Hoshi just scowled at her.
"And if it isn't the female strength behind the White Tigers Mariah," she shot back.
Mariah tossed back her hair. "Of course I seem to be the only female."
The anger within Hoshi grew, "And that's suppose to mean?"
Mariah just smirk, "You're certainly not a lady with those looks. You look better as the bearded lady at the circus."
//Calm down Hoshi.//
/I know./
//Well then calm down.//
/I'm trying./
Hoshi cut off her link with Kai. She knew that he was right. Getting angry wasn't going to help her at all.
"Bladers ready? 3..2...1 Let it rip," yelled Jazzman.
Hoshi and Mariah launched their Beyblades. Both Galux and Nekangel hit each other as they spun around the dish. They both could feel the hatred and anger from their mistresses. Back and front they when. It wasn't hard to see the hatred from the two girls. Sparks flew through the sky as neither girl was going to back down.
"Why don't you give it up," said Mariah, "You're going to lose."
Hoshi growled at her, "I'm not backing down from this fight. So quit the chitchat and let's finish this battle."
Off to the sidelines Michael was planning something in his head. He wasn't about to lose this tournament. Without anyone noticing he glowed a soft golden color. But then again to anyone else it was harsh golden color.
Out in the battle dish Hoshi felt a chill go down here spine. Without warning a burst of memories explode. Not the kind of good memories that most children have when they are young. But a miss match of every bad memory you can have. From nightmares you had when you were a kids to physical and mental pain. Hoshi being Hoshi that was never good. In the dish her Beyblade was slowing down bit by bit. Mariah was already noticing that little fact. Now Mariah maybe be mean and a bit cruel at times but she was fair time to time. She wanted a fair battle with the infamous Hoshi of the Bladebreakers.
"Hey what's the big idea," she yelled across to Hoshi. Near the Bladebreakers box, the rest of the Bladebreakers were noticing the change.
//Hoshi what's wrong?//
/It hurts Kai. I can't take the pain./
//Sis the pain you're feeling is nothing more but an illusion. It's not real. You're battling Mariah sis this is a Beyblade battle not someone hurting you.//
/I-I can't./
//You can.//
Ray look at Kai and Hoshi. It was almost like he was talking her without moving his lips and Hoshi was understanding every word. But what ever Kai was doing it wasn't working. Hoshi looked like she was in a great deal of pain and her Beyblade was slowing down. Soon it would stop completely. That wouldn't be good. *I wish I could help,* thought Ray. Unknown to him he was glowing a soft green color.
What's going on? Ray suddenly noticed that something was going on.
//Ray?//
Kai is that you?
//But how oh never mind.//
What's going on?
//Well let's just say you're tapping into your powers. As for Hoshi she's saying that she's feeling pain but there's nothing happening to her.//
what?!
//That's right. But I can't convince her another wise.//
Hoshi?
/R-Ray?/
Hey. Yeah it's me. Hoshi listen carefully. I don't know what going within you. But it's not real. You need to snap out of it.
/It hurts too much./
Whatever hurting you can't hurt you now. Remember what you told me earlier? That we are going to win this tournament. You need to pull through. You can do it.
Thoughts were already going though Hoshi's head. Things were confusing her, Nekangel was already sensing her mistress confusion was trying to finish the battle without her mistress. Hoshi wanted to win, she truly wanted to. But she couldn't at the same time. She just couldn't, not this time.
Off side Michael smirked, his plan was working perfectly. He closed his eyes and focused his powers for one last attack. Back to the battle dish, Hoshi felt the surge of power. She now knew where it was coming from but she felt helpless against. Neka and Kai were in no position to help her either was Ray. Then there was another surge of memories and pain Hoshi couldn't take it any more. She collapsed right there. Neka stop spinning at the same time and laid still in the dish. Kai felt his link with his sister snap and Ray felt the feeling of dread over come him. Tyson, Max and Kenny were all wondering what was happening and so was the rest of the stadium.
Ray raced to Hoshi. He checked for a pulse. There was one but it looked like Hoshi was knocked out. "Is she alright," asked Jazzman.
Ray nodded, "Just unconscious I think."
"Hey I want a rematch," shouted Mariah.
"Mariah. We won the battle fair and square," commented Lee. He grinned at Kai. It was his turn to taut the leader of the Bladebreakers. Now they had to win one more round in order to win this tournament. Kai just glared back but not for long as he completely worry over his sister. Ray picked up Hoshi and put her on the bench. She should be find.
"Well the winner is Mariah from the White Tiger. Now all they need now is one more win the this tournament is there," said Jazzman.
"Next up is Kai from the Bladebreakers. They're in a nasty situation right now. One more lose and White Tigers wins," said Brad, "But Kai isn't a pushover. He and his Bit Beast Dranzer really turn up the heat."
Stats: Bladebreakers Kai Bit Beast: Dranzer Special Attack: Fire arrows Attack: 3 Defense: 2 Endurance: 3
"He'll be going up against Michael the newest member of the White Tigers and his Bit Beast, Trygle," said AJ.
Stats: White Tigers Michael Bit Beast: Attack: 4 Defense: 2 Endurance: 2
"What's the matter with your sister," asked Michael.
"That's none of your business," snapped Kai. He knew Michael's tricks.
"Whatever you say. Just worried about a friend, a very good friend," said Michael.
Kai growled at him, "Stay away from my sister."
"3..2...1 Let it rip."
Both beyblades hit the dish. In no time they both were hitting each other. Two firebirds met in the ring. It wasn't the first time but two of the same elements to together in same ring made it just as hard for the players to win. If it had been a fair fight with Mariah and Hoshi it would be something rather similar to this seeing that both Mariah and Hoshi have cat spirits, strengths and weaknesses.
"Dranzer fire arrow," ordered Kai.
Dranzer rose from her bit in a burst of flame. She headed in for the kill.
"Trygle attack," said Michael.
Trygle also rose from his bit. Both beyblades hit full focus. Yet either seemed to slow down or have taken any damage. Either was backing down. Both wanted to wanted to win. "Hey Kai why don't you give up now," said Michael.
Kai frowned, "You should know better than that Michael. I never back down and I'm not about to now."
Michael shrugged. "Have it your way. But there is a first time for everything you know."
Dranzer and Trygle could feel the hatred and dislike for their opponent. Off to the side both teams could feel it also. But only one person knew the real reason why; Hoshi. But currently she was knocked. Actually one other person partly knew the story but never knew the true reason why. That person was Tyson.
"Hmm Kai really taking this personally," said Kenny, "I wonder why?"
"Who knows," said Max.
Tyson nodded, "Kai always has a reason though. He never told me the real reason why he dislikes Michael. All he said was he did something that Kai would never be able to forgive him."
Back and forth the Beyblades went. But it also seemed like the real battle was outside of the dish and between the two bladers. "Dranzer finish this," said Kai.
"Attack Trygle," said Michael.
The Beyblades when in for what seemed like the last kill. But unknown to everyone else Kai knew already who was going to win. Someone wasn't going to like it at all though.
Ray let out a small gasp that went unheard by everyone else. Though no else could see it Ray could. Kai looked like he was on fire. There was a bright red aura surrounding him. Dranzer gave a great cry as she again went in for the kill. Trygle made movement to get out of the way, the final stand.
Both Beyblades collide with such a force that a cloud dust rose from the ground, blinding everyone. No one could see who the winner was. The dust clouded everyone's eyes. But they didn't have to wait for long.
The dust soon settled. Michael uncovered his eyes. He looked across to see that Kai made no movements from his spot. Kai had closed his eyes and had his arms crossed over his chest. He opened his cold crimson eyes, they held no emotions. "It's over Michael," he stated.
"What?!" Michael looked down into the dish. Trygle lay right next to a spinning Dranzer.
"And the winner is Kai," yelled Jazzman.
"What a terrific victory for the Bladebreakers," said AJ.
"Wow this finals around really heating up. The Bladebreakers need to win the rest of their victories to win this tournament," said Brad.
"Nice battle Kai," said Ray.
Kai didn't answer. He just took a seat right to Kenny and his sister who was still unconscious. Quietly he did say something, "Ray you're up next."
Ray looked to see Kevin approaching. Ray gripped Driger and walked up to the plate. "Well if it isn't Ray. I hope you're ready to lose," taunted Kevin.
Ray smirked back at him, "No Kevin. You're not going to win this round. I am. You're all talk and no action. That how you Beyblade."
"Why you," said Kevin.
"3..2..1 Let it Rip," said Jazzman.
Both bladers took a few moments to realize what happen. They were taunting each other so much they never noticed that Brad and AJ had already announced the stats and everything. After that they didn't waste any time to launch their Beyblades.
"Driger Tiger Claw Attack!"
"Counter it Galamon!"
Galamon sailed pass Driger. Either Beyblade let up on their attack. "Give it up Ray you can't win this battle," said Kevin.
Ray just smirked, "I'm not the same kid you knew a few months ago. I've change and for the better there's no way you're going to push me around this time."
Kevin growled at him. He thought Ray would be a pushover but it seems that he had gained a lot of skills since the last time. This would be harder than he thought.
~*~
Off side Hoshi slowly began to stir. Kai sensing this was over by his sister side. Hoshi groaned and pushed herself up. Blinking she looked around, "Kai what happened," she asked.
"You collapsed."
"I lost?"
"Unfortunately yes."
Hoshi looked down at the floor. She felt really bad. This was the oh she didn't know how many times it seemed like she did this. In a way she felt that she failed her brother again. Not only in losing the battle but also in her spirit herself. Kai seemed to sense, like most kind somewhat loving brothers and said, "Hoshi don't you start thinking like that."
Softly he heard, "I know." Hoshi closed her eyes. She knew that Ray was battling, that Kai was overly worried about her well-being, Tyson, Max, and Kenny wishing that they would win the tournament. Hoshi felt lost again, yet it the small fact that Ray was battling brought a little hope back to Hoshi for some odd reason. Hoshi turned and watched as Ray countered one of Galamon's attack and attack back with his Tiger Claw. Suddenly it was all over. Kevin's Beyblade laid on the ground not to far from Ray's feet.
"No way I lost," yelled Kevin.
Ray picked up Kevin's Beyblade and tossed it back to his owner. Kevin caught it with ease. Off to the side Ray heard Jazzman announce him as the winner. Ray turned back to Kevin. "What I said earlier Kevin still stands. You're all talk and no actions. You don't know the spirit of Beyblading like I do. I have to thank my friends for that." Ray glanced back at his friends, his glaze falling on falling on a certain girl. He turned around and walked back the team box.
"Nice battle Ray," said Tyson.
Ray gave him a grin, "Well I had a good teacher." He looked at Hoshi. She just smiled back at him.
"Nice job Ray," she said.
"This is get really getting intense," said Brad. "Both teams are tied and this next battle will determine it all."
"I wonder who'll be going home with the championships," asked AJ.
"Your guess is as good as mind," said Brad. "Up next we have Tyson from the Bladebreakers. Tyson's the kind of guy who like to freestyle Beyblade, which is cool but dangerous at times. His Bit Beast Dragoon can really knock the wind out of you."
Stats: Bladebreakers Tyson Bit Beast: Dragoon Special Attack: Storm Attack Attack: 3 Defense: 1 Endurance: 3
"He'll be going up against Lee of the White Tigers. His Bit Beast Galleon is something to be reckoning with. Not only that they have matching sideburns."
Stats: White Tigers Lee Bit Beast: Galleon Special Attack: Black Lightning Attack: 4 Defense: 3 Endurance: 3
Tyson walked up to the dish. "Well if it isn't Tyson of the Bladebreakers. If you don't want me to crush your Beyblade to pieces I suggest you back out know," said Lee with a smug look on his face.
Tyson held up his Beyblade so that Lee could see it. His Beyblade gleamed in the light. "Lee as long as Dragoon is willing to fight so am I. I'm not going to back down. So you better prepare yourself cause you're the one who will be walking without the championships for this tournament."
Lee gave a yawn. "Such brave words. It's too bad you'll be the one without the championship. I wonder how your dear lover will feel if you lose this battle."
"Don't you dare talk about Kai like that," yelled Tyson. "He's ten times a better blader than you and I'll take you down for that."
Lee readies his Beyblade, "We will see."
Tyson did that same.
"3...2...1 Let it rip!!!"
Both the Beyblades went flying into the dish.
~*~
NB: Hm what do you think about that chapter?
Kai: You're going to leave like that?
NB: Yep!
Kirara: Why Aibou?
NB: I really don't know.
**everyone does anime fall**
NB: What?!
**Ray comes back in**
Ray: **Kiss Hoshi on the cheek** Happy Birthday! Here's your present.
NB: **Blush** thanks Ray. **Opens the gift** WOW!!!!!
**Inside the box was a new launcher for NB AKA Hoshi's Beyblade and a picture frame with a picture of Ray and herself, and we can't forget the Japanese dinner that Ray prepared for them.**
NB: I'll treasure it. *Kisses Ray on the cheek** Arigato Ray-chan!!
Ray: **Blushes**
NB: Don't forget to review and read the ever else I update to find out what else I got from others.
Ray: Where did Kai go and what about the others?
NB: I think the others are somewhere in American cause Tyson dragged them cause he heard that there was a new ice cream shop that sold over 100 flavors. As for Kai he left during that chapter cause he noticed there was some fan girls were hanging out and he also went to find where Kaira was.
Ray: Oh.
Postman: Package for a Ms. Nagareboshi AKA Hoshi Hiwatari.
NB: Hm what could that be.
Postman: Sign here please.
NB: Okay.
Postman: **Hands Hoshi a package.**
NB: **Opens the package.**
**Inside there was a letter**
Letter: Hi Hoshi and if Ray is there. This is Kenny. (Of course Ray there. Why wouldn't he be?) That was Tyson. Happy Birthday Hoshi. Here's are your gifts.
NB: **blinks** Okay.
From Tyson: A promise not to annoy her for the rest of the month.
NB: he's joking.
Ray: No way he can keep that promise.
From Max: Some blank CDs and a CD Burner.
NB: Oh goodie! Now I can burn CDs.
Ray: What did Kenny give you?
From Kenny: A paid vacation to anywhere in the world and an upgraded Nekangel.
NB: Where did he get that?!
Ray: I think he pulled some strings with BBA and Mr. Dickenson.
NB: Well I'm not complaining and it's for two.
Ray: Should we start packing?
NB: Yeah and just in time for spring break next week. (Mind you I would love a vacation but unfortunately I'm not going anywhere.) So Kirara and maybe Kaira will host the next chapter.
Ray: So where are we going? And Kenny said they'll be back in a few weeks.
NB: I don't know. Where you want to go?
Ray: I don't care. Where ever is fine.
NB: Okay then like I said earlier don't forget to review and I'll see you next time!
Ray: If you want to find out how old she is then go to Of a Deep Blue and figure out the math problem that Kirara made if you really want to sit there and figure it out. Don't worry she's that old just wants to give you a challenge to solve. Hint She's not out of school yet but out of elementary school.
NB: BYE!!!