Weak and Powerless
Chapter Five
Kai walked along the street, trying his best to ignore the minor limp, he had sadly grown accustomed to, in his left leg.
The indiscreet selfish act had been already committed. His only positive thought to his conscience was that he had left a message on the Kinomiya phone. He hoped that Rei would receive it eventually, however not until he had completed what he set out to do.
[flashback]
"Last boarding call to all passengers flying to New York via Japan air, flight 308." The hollow echo rang in Kai's ears. He placed a coin in the pay phone and leaned casually against the wall, post dialing the unfamiliar number. He hoped no one would pick up and gratefully his wishes were answered.
"Kinomiya residence. Home of the world champion blader... and his Grandpa. I'm probably off blading now, so ya know the routine." Tyson's cocky audio voice could be heard. It took a moment for Kai to reply deciding if this was really what he wanted to do.
"Rei. This is Kai. I've gone to sort out some problems. I'll be back." He was about to hang up when he hesitated and looked at the phone before returning it to his ear and whispering, "wait for me."
[/flashback]
It was dark now. The unstable patient had left the hospital late the night before and spent a good part of the early morning trying to catch a flight out of Tokyo.
He knew he had yet to think things through sufficiently however everything in his heart told him to do this. Kai was possessed with the will to avenge the dignity that had been strip from him and, also the falter which had harmed his poor Rei.
~~
Rei looked around the empty hospital room for any traces of Kai's disappearance. It was silent. The open window carried in a morning breeze that felt warm yet so cold to Rei's goosebumped skin. The blankets on the bed were tidy and the all was in immaculate order. The already unneeded intravenous connection was forgotten in the corner, pronouncing it's sinister disapproval for the missing patient. It seemed no one had even been there. A moment was taken for Rei to grasp the situation. [Maybe he was in the wrong room?] He questioned stupidly, knowing Kai was the only one on this floor whom had a private room.
Rei walked to the bed and looked around for a note, any signs of struggle or even a small clue as too what had happened. [Maybe they had released him from confinement earlier this morning?] Rei knew this wasn't possible at all, but still he grasped in vain for answers.
"Good Morning Rei." Rose sung out happily behind the confused raven haired boy. "Where is our stubborn patient?" She asked not knowing yet a reason to be concerned. She placed a tray of breakfast on the table next to the vacant bed and turned to observe Rei.
"What's wrong Son?" She questioned as Rei clenched his fists in frustration. "Where is Kai?"
"Gone." He replied and then turned to run from the place of the condemned.
~~
He shouldn't have just left Rei. Kai knew better then that, however he also acknowledged that his loyal companion would have never agree to begin a fight, and that was just what Kai proposed to do.
Tired from the day he leaned against a vacant, stone wall sighing deeply, and huddling deeper into this clothes which he had found at the hospital. He had retrieved his black tank top and pants. Both fit rather differently, for his once strong, intimidating form had been replaced by a month of recovery and injuries and reduced to something that showed only a shadowed strength, which even Kai wasn't sure he could still manipulate. His trademark scarf hung loosely around his neck, catching in the superficial wind from passing cars, every now and then. The expressionate blue facial marks, that seemed to constantly radiate Kai's usual authority, had been redone for the first time in over a month giving him the renewed determination he craved. His arms now lay crossed before him in order to retain any warmth he could collect, however if he were to put them in his pockets he'd find the beloved Dranzer blade in one and the cursed knife in the other. All had remained untouched as of the night of the fight, but that did not include Kai's confidence.
Rei. Kai's heart cringed at the thought of how devastated his golden eyed protector would be when he received the angst ridden message, and for a brief moment Kai almost wished Rei was there with him. [No. That wouldn't do.] He wouldn't put Rei again into danger. He tried to force the images of his dear, loyal companion from his mind and set his focus on his goal, but those memories were the only thing keeping him warm.
~~
"Rei!" Tyson's panicked voice came from the kitchen. "Dude! Is that you?" He leaped from his chair and rushed to the door to see who had just come in.
"Yea." Rei panted grimly having run all the way from the hospital.
"Dude. Where is he?"
"Not good. Not good at all." Rei replied then hesitated. "Wait how did you know he was gone?"
"He left a message on my home phone." Tyson grabbed Rei's arm and dragged him to the kitchen where Hilary and Max sat expectantly. "We woke up this morning and I checked messages and found this." Tyson pressed a button on the answering machine and the room went silent to hear Kai's silent, calm voice. When the message was over the obsidian haired boy felt completely numb. They had all heard it... Kai and the hidden message in the background that sounded of a airport.
"He's gone back to New York." Rei spoke again with grimness, both hands braced against the counter.
"Why would he do that?" Hilary asked sincerely worried.
"Revenge."
~~
All the effort Kai had been recollecting and earning in the past weeks had been used up just to take him to this destination, and for once the independent, stubborn steely eyed boy was second guessing himself.
[How can I possibly do this?] Kai asked himself, recrossing his arms and rubbing them to keep warm. [I'm too weak. Far too weak. If only....] He paused in his train of thought taking a brief moment to look up and observe his surroundings. [If only Rei were here I'd be able to do this. If only he were by my side this would be an easy feat.] Kai dropped his gaze to the ground and shook his head slowly closing his eyes he sunk to the pavement.
[How can I expect him here for me though? After all the times I've turned him down, pushed him away and ignored him, how can I even have the thought that he would still be here for me. Now this? He has only wanted to help and now I've left him. I bet his glad.] Kai thought bitterly, not understanding why anyone could possibly care for someone as cold as himself. [I bet he feels relieved that I'm not around to slow him down and rip out his heart. All he wanted was to love me and... I turned him down because... because... I was... afraid.] Once again he paused, thinking of the situation, feeling that like a puzzle his thought were beginning to make sense. [I was afraid that someone may actually love me... or to be more specific that I could love someone.]
~~
"Rei! You don't have to do this!" Tyson yelled from the door of the dojo, far too late. Rei had already run from the house headed in the direction of the airport. Though very unlikely, Rei hoped that somehow Kai had yet to leave, though this seemed rather impossible since the message received had been from hours ago.
This was crazy. Rei had no idea what to do if he didn't find Kai at the airport and worse yet he didn't have any money to follow him. So far the only conclusion the amber eyed youth had reached was that for one of the first times in his life, he was rushing into an absolute extreme without any plan what so ever.
When he arrived at the airport he headed immediately to a counter.
"Has Kai Hiwatari made any flight reservations to New York?" He asked quickly.
"I'm sorry sir but I cannot give you that information."
"Please it's an emergency." Rei reacted with hurt.
"Why wouldn't he tell you where he was going?"
"Good question, listen it's important. He has just been from the hospital where he was released far too early and is still recovering from major injuries."
"And?"
"And?" Rei looked puzzled what more did this woman want. Then it came to him. "And I love him." It was the woman's turn to look shocked, almost disgusted, as she began to check her computer.
"Rei. Dude?" Max's hand was felt on Rei's left shoulder as he turned with wide eyes.
"Maxie!" Max was followed by Tyson holding on to Hilary's hand for dear life through an upcoming crowd, Kenny with his laptop and Grandpa looking pleasantly happy as always.
"You shouldn't have left so soon buddy. We could have given you a ride." Tyson stated after making it clear to the pedestrians that only he touched Hilary. The smile Hilary gave to Tyson composed envy for Rei as he longed for the same expression he sought from Kai.
"And besides where were you planning on getting the money for the ticket? The sky?" Max asked laughing.
"We all finally understand what's going on here." Hilary turned to smile sweetly at Rei. "And personally it's great though you should have told us earlier."
"Told you what?"
"That you like Kai dude." Max grinned holding out his hand to Rei in acceptance.
"Though I don't see how anyone could like a cold jerk like him." Tyson grumbled then laughed.
"He did save us Ty, remember that." Max stated.
"Anywise, Rei you have to hurry if you're planning on getting to New York fast. The next flight is leaving in ten minutes and there is only three seats left." Kenny was checking the airport information on Dizzi and reporting it as quickly as possible. "And yes Rei, Kai was on the last flight to New York, which left just over five hours ago. However, it had a stop in London so it might have slowed it down where as your flight will be straight through." He smirked at the woman whom had refused to give Rei information, then turned to whisper to the astonished amber eyed boy. "I hacked into the airport mainframe knowing you would probably have difficulties."
"And I Rei-man... I brought the dough. My number one homie T-dog told me what you were a plannin, and I chose to help out my friend in need." He smiled at Rei then turned to the attendant. "One to New York there Missy."
Rei could hardly speak as his supportive friend surrounded him smiling and laughing giving him words of wisdom to tell Kai when.... and if, Rei found him.
~~
Dark shadows loomed in the park. Kai wondered briefly how such a lush area of land could appear so inviting during the day and so sinister at night. The sounds ahead of him told him that this is where he would find trouble. However trouble was exactly what Kai was looking for.
The grass was wet under his feet from a recent rain that threatened to fall again. The air was still providing discomfort for the limping blue haired boy, who on arrival was taking in deep semi-painful gasps of air. His expression which held artificial determination was dark, shadowed by a vacant light. His eyes were dim, lacking their usual fire. The movement was stiff as if Kai was fighting an imaginary force that only wished for him to give up and turn the other way, in the direction that led away from certain danger.
[Why am I doing this?] He asked himself longing for a justifiable answer. [I can do it, Just not now.] Kai hated to admit his weakness but now as he stood at the crest of the hill he was certain that this plan was only out of desperation to escape his shameful fate that had befallen him over the past month. Things had never been as bleak for the youthful silver eyed blader as they were now. The predicament was useless, it was near impossible that he would walk away from this one alive... unless...
"Look there!" A gruff shout rung solidly out through the stiff night.
"Looks like fate has brought us a new punching bag." Another answered. Kai cringed not in fear but in pain as floods of memories once again rose from the devastating night.
[There is no turning back now.] Kai thought grimly checking his pockets for both useful possessions. He grasped Dranzer in his right hand, momentarily feeling the burning strength that the bit beast held, flow through his veins rejuvenating him a little, and also of his feeling for Rei. He had to do this for Rei, his only hope was that he would be able to see his golden eyed protector one last time before any unpredictable demise.
~~
The plane landed gently as Rei already began to prepare his leave. The stewardess looked angrily at him noting his impatience throughout the whole flight. Rei bitterly could imagine her thoughts of hasty teens and their problems, little did she know.
The door had hardly opened before Rei sprung with cat-like grace from the plane ignoring any rude gestures he received, and rushed through the terminal.
[Must find Kai.] He panted as he rushed the dark deserted streets. [It will not end like this. He needs to know I'd be there for him at any time at all.]
"Kai I'm on my way." He spoke allowed.
~~
Kai prepared himself, grinning with intensity that may have meagerly intimidated someone of his unregistered confidence.
"You looking for a fight?" He asked calmly regaining his determination, cracking his knuckles also to add for effect. "If so, I feel we have a score to settle."
"Are you that kid that we pummeled last month?"
"Damn! And here we all thought you had died."
"Too bad we won't spare you twice."
"Enough with the trash talking." Kai commented, "show me just how confident you are." Adrenaline already blazed through him like Dranzer's fire, a flame which ignored the frail frame and struck straight in the heart, heightening Kai's spirits and strength. "How about it?" He asked no longer phased by any weakness he hardly believed to possess.
"I think this kid has a big mouth." The ring leader of the morons stepped forward cracking his neck as if to imitate and scare the born fighter, he was disappointed when Kai only smiled and nodded.
"Perhaps but I can back it up."
Kai through the first punch, a feint to take the guy off his guard, then with his right fist he struck the man's solar plexus, winding him immediately. Others began to advance but the idiot held them away with unsure authority, through gasps of air explaining this was his bone to pick.
Kai stood back falling into a fighting stance at once, waiting for the other boy to recover not wanting to immediately take advantage of the handicap he held over his opponent. He recovered quicker then the blue haired boy intended and sloppily threw at Kai a anger weakened hook punch. Kai easily dodged it, then taking advantage of his smaller size moved in under the next punch, kicking out expertly with his left foot to nail the adversary in the groin. The ringleader stumbled, eyes wild with pain, however Kai knew better then to take such an easy victory and once again held his position. The reaction to the kick was a full forced body throw, where the boy advantaged his weight into Kai. Silver gaze adverted; Kai stumbled backwards on his bad knee loosing ground and having no choice but to accept double punishment to his exposed right side.
This however only fed to Kai's fire as the pain became numb from racing adrenaline and he pulled a combination of feint punches, another kick to the solar plexus and at last a punch to the face, which caused blood flow.
"Bitch!" The aggressor yelled out angrily flinging one arm to his bloodied mess of a nose the other was used for balance as he kicked out at the youth, he was finding up until now nothing more then a pest. Kai was prepared though and caught the leg in one arm using the other he flipped over the fighter onto his stomach once again winding him. Driving his boot into the fallen antagonist's back; he made sure that this idiot wouldn't be arising anytime soon.
Shock waved over the crowd as all were impressed, disgraced and angered by the fall of their leader. Atlas Kai was satisfied but knew it wouldn't have been that easy so he retook his fighting stance and waited for the certain, predictable attack.
Surrounded all at once it was evident who would be victorious though the strength of fire would fight straight until the end was over.
He was stuck from all sides. Wanting this fight over quick before any authority arrived the gangsters planned to make Kai's death quick and relatively painful.
Reaching into his pocket he grabbed for the knife as blood flooded his left eye blinding it from a cut above his brow. As he grasped the handle he swore he could almost hear Rei's voice.
Kai. It was as if Kai could feel Rei's nearness however the silver eyed boy supposed it was a sure fire symptom that death was near, until...
"KAI! KAI! IT'S ME REI!" He did hear Rei. Was it possible Rei had come to save him? Again? He smiled as blood completely blinded him and was comforted by his last warm though of Rei's voice. Rei came for me. Kai thought, death reaching it's cold finger to him. He came after all. It's only too bad he is too late.
Chapter Five
Kai walked along the street, trying his best to ignore the minor limp, he had sadly grown accustomed to, in his left leg.
The indiscreet selfish act had been already committed. His only positive thought to his conscience was that he had left a message on the Kinomiya phone. He hoped that Rei would receive it eventually, however not until he had completed what he set out to do.
[flashback]
"Last boarding call to all passengers flying to New York via Japan air, flight 308." The hollow echo rang in Kai's ears. He placed a coin in the pay phone and leaned casually against the wall, post dialing the unfamiliar number. He hoped no one would pick up and gratefully his wishes were answered.
"Kinomiya residence. Home of the world champion blader... and his Grandpa. I'm probably off blading now, so ya know the routine." Tyson's cocky audio voice could be heard. It took a moment for Kai to reply deciding if this was really what he wanted to do.
"Rei. This is Kai. I've gone to sort out some problems. I'll be back." He was about to hang up when he hesitated and looked at the phone before returning it to his ear and whispering, "wait for me."
[/flashback]
It was dark now. The unstable patient had left the hospital late the night before and spent a good part of the early morning trying to catch a flight out of Tokyo.
He knew he had yet to think things through sufficiently however everything in his heart told him to do this. Kai was possessed with the will to avenge the dignity that had been strip from him and, also the falter which had harmed his poor Rei.
~~
Rei looked around the empty hospital room for any traces of Kai's disappearance. It was silent. The open window carried in a morning breeze that felt warm yet so cold to Rei's goosebumped skin. The blankets on the bed were tidy and the all was in immaculate order. The already unneeded intravenous connection was forgotten in the corner, pronouncing it's sinister disapproval for the missing patient. It seemed no one had even been there. A moment was taken for Rei to grasp the situation. [Maybe he was in the wrong room?] He questioned stupidly, knowing Kai was the only one on this floor whom had a private room.
Rei walked to the bed and looked around for a note, any signs of struggle or even a small clue as too what had happened. [Maybe they had released him from confinement earlier this morning?] Rei knew this wasn't possible at all, but still he grasped in vain for answers.
"Good Morning Rei." Rose sung out happily behind the confused raven haired boy. "Where is our stubborn patient?" She asked not knowing yet a reason to be concerned. She placed a tray of breakfast on the table next to the vacant bed and turned to observe Rei.
"What's wrong Son?" She questioned as Rei clenched his fists in frustration. "Where is Kai?"
"Gone." He replied and then turned to run from the place of the condemned.
~~
He shouldn't have just left Rei. Kai knew better then that, however he also acknowledged that his loyal companion would have never agree to begin a fight, and that was just what Kai proposed to do.
Tired from the day he leaned against a vacant, stone wall sighing deeply, and huddling deeper into this clothes which he had found at the hospital. He had retrieved his black tank top and pants. Both fit rather differently, for his once strong, intimidating form had been replaced by a month of recovery and injuries and reduced to something that showed only a shadowed strength, which even Kai wasn't sure he could still manipulate. His trademark scarf hung loosely around his neck, catching in the superficial wind from passing cars, every now and then. The expressionate blue facial marks, that seemed to constantly radiate Kai's usual authority, had been redone for the first time in over a month giving him the renewed determination he craved. His arms now lay crossed before him in order to retain any warmth he could collect, however if he were to put them in his pockets he'd find the beloved Dranzer blade in one and the cursed knife in the other. All had remained untouched as of the night of the fight, but that did not include Kai's confidence.
Rei. Kai's heart cringed at the thought of how devastated his golden eyed protector would be when he received the angst ridden message, and for a brief moment Kai almost wished Rei was there with him. [No. That wouldn't do.] He wouldn't put Rei again into danger. He tried to force the images of his dear, loyal companion from his mind and set his focus on his goal, but those memories were the only thing keeping him warm.
~~
"Rei!" Tyson's panicked voice came from the kitchen. "Dude! Is that you?" He leaped from his chair and rushed to the door to see who had just come in.
"Yea." Rei panted grimly having run all the way from the hospital.
"Dude. Where is he?"
"Not good. Not good at all." Rei replied then hesitated. "Wait how did you know he was gone?"
"He left a message on my home phone." Tyson grabbed Rei's arm and dragged him to the kitchen where Hilary and Max sat expectantly. "We woke up this morning and I checked messages and found this." Tyson pressed a button on the answering machine and the room went silent to hear Kai's silent, calm voice. When the message was over the obsidian haired boy felt completely numb. They had all heard it... Kai and the hidden message in the background that sounded of a airport.
"He's gone back to New York." Rei spoke again with grimness, both hands braced against the counter.
"Why would he do that?" Hilary asked sincerely worried.
"Revenge."
~~
All the effort Kai had been recollecting and earning in the past weeks had been used up just to take him to this destination, and for once the independent, stubborn steely eyed boy was second guessing himself.
[How can I possibly do this?] Kai asked himself, recrossing his arms and rubbing them to keep warm. [I'm too weak. Far too weak. If only....] He paused in his train of thought taking a brief moment to look up and observe his surroundings. [If only Rei were here I'd be able to do this. If only he were by my side this would be an easy feat.] Kai dropped his gaze to the ground and shook his head slowly closing his eyes he sunk to the pavement.
[How can I expect him here for me though? After all the times I've turned him down, pushed him away and ignored him, how can I even have the thought that he would still be here for me. Now this? He has only wanted to help and now I've left him. I bet his glad.] Kai thought bitterly, not understanding why anyone could possibly care for someone as cold as himself. [I bet he feels relieved that I'm not around to slow him down and rip out his heart. All he wanted was to love me and... I turned him down because... because... I was... afraid.] Once again he paused, thinking of the situation, feeling that like a puzzle his thought were beginning to make sense. [I was afraid that someone may actually love me... or to be more specific that I could love someone.]
~~
"Rei! You don't have to do this!" Tyson yelled from the door of the dojo, far too late. Rei had already run from the house headed in the direction of the airport. Though very unlikely, Rei hoped that somehow Kai had yet to leave, though this seemed rather impossible since the message received had been from hours ago.
This was crazy. Rei had no idea what to do if he didn't find Kai at the airport and worse yet he didn't have any money to follow him. So far the only conclusion the amber eyed youth had reached was that for one of the first times in his life, he was rushing into an absolute extreme without any plan what so ever.
When he arrived at the airport he headed immediately to a counter.
"Has Kai Hiwatari made any flight reservations to New York?" He asked quickly.
"I'm sorry sir but I cannot give you that information."
"Please it's an emergency." Rei reacted with hurt.
"Why wouldn't he tell you where he was going?"
"Good question, listen it's important. He has just been from the hospital where he was released far too early and is still recovering from major injuries."
"And?"
"And?" Rei looked puzzled what more did this woman want. Then it came to him. "And I love him." It was the woman's turn to look shocked, almost disgusted, as she began to check her computer.
"Rei. Dude?" Max's hand was felt on Rei's left shoulder as he turned with wide eyes.
"Maxie!" Max was followed by Tyson holding on to Hilary's hand for dear life through an upcoming crowd, Kenny with his laptop and Grandpa looking pleasantly happy as always.
"You shouldn't have left so soon buddy. We could have given you a ride." Tyson stated after making it clear to the pedestrians that only he touched Hilary. The smile Hilary gave to Tyson composed envy for Rei as he longed for the same expression he sought from Kai.
"And besides where were you planning on getting the money for the ticket? The sky?" Max asked laughing.
"We all finally understand what's going on here." Hilary turned to smile sweetly at Rei. "And personally it's great though you should have told us earlier."
"Told you what?"
"That you like Kai dude." Max grinned holding out his hand to Rei in acceptance.
"Though I don't see how anyone could like a cold jerk like him." Tyson grumbled then laughed.
"He did save us Ty, remember that." Max stated.
"Anywise, Rei you have to hurry if you're planning on getting to New York fast. The next flight is leaving in ten minutes and there is only three seats left." Kenny was checking the airport information on Dizzi and reporting it as quickly as possible. "And yes Rei, Kai was on the last flight to New York, which left just over five hours ago. However, it had a stop in London so it might have slowed it down where as your flight will be straight through." He smirked at the woman whom had refused to give Rei information, then turned to whisper to the astonished amber eyed boy. "I hacked into the airport mainframe knowing you would probably have difficulties."
"And I Rei-man... I brought the dough. My number one homie T-dog told me what you were a plannin, and I chose to help out my friend in need." He smiled at Rei then turned to the attendant. "One to New York there Missy."
Rei could hardly speak as his supportive friend surrounded him smiling and laughing giving him words of wisdom to tell Kai when.... and if, Rei found him.
~~
Dark shadows loomed in the park. Kai wondered briefly how such a lush area of land could appear so inviting during the day and so sinister at night. The sounds ahead of him told him that this is where he would find trouble. However trouble was exactly what Kai was looking for.
The grass was wet under his feet from a recent rain that threatened to fall again. The air was still providing discomfort for the limping blue haired boy, who on arrival was taking in deep semi-painful gasps of air. His expression which held artificial determination was dark, shadowed by a vacant light. His eyes were dim, lacking their usual fire. The movement was stiff as if Kai was fighting an imaginary force that only wished for him to give up and turn the other way, in the direction that led away from certain danger.
[Why am I doing this?] He asked himself longing for a justifiable answer. [I can do it, Just not now.] Kai hated to admit his weakness but now as he stood at the crest of the hill he was certain that this plan was only out of desperation to escape his shameful fate that had befallen him over the past month. Things had never been as bleak for the youthful silver eyed blader as they were now. The predicament was useless, it was near impossible that he would walk away from this one alive... unless...
"Look there!" A gruff shout rung solidly out through the stiff night.
"Looks like fate has brought us a new punching bag." Another answered. Kai cringed not in fear but in pain as floods of memories once again rose from the devastating night.
[There is no turning back now.] Kai thought grimly checking his pockets for both useful possessions. He grasped Dranzer in his right hand, momentarily feeling the burning strength that the bit beast held, flow through his veins rejuvenating him a little, and also of his feeling for Rei. He had to do this for Rei, his only hope was that he would be able to see his golden eyed protector one last time before any unpredictable demise.
~~
The plane landed gently as Rei already began to prepare his leave. The stewardess looked angrily at him noting his impatience throughout the whole flight. Rei bitterly could imagine her thoughts of hasty teens and their problems, little did she know.
The door had hardly opened before Rei sprung with cat-like grace from the plane ignoring any rude gestures he received, and rushed through the terminal.
[Must find Kai.] He panted as he rushed the dark deserted streets. [It will not end like this. He needs to know I'd be there for him at any time at all.]
"Kai I'm on my way." He spoke allowed.
~~
Kai prepared himself, grinning with intensity that may have meagerly intimidated someone of his unregistered confidence.
"You looking for a fight?" He asked calmly regaining his determination, cracking his knuckles also to add for effect. "If so, I feel we have a score to settle."
"Are you that kid that we pummeled last month?"
"Damn! And here we all thought you had died."
"Too bad we won't spare you twice."
"Enough with the trash talking." Kai commented, "show me just how confident you are." Adrenaline already blazed through him like Dranzer's fire, a flame which ignored the frail frame and struck straight in the heart, heightening Kai's spirits and strength. "How about it?" He asked no longer phased by any weakness he hardly believed to possess.
"I think this kid has a big mouth." The ring leader of the morons stepped forward cracking his neck as if to imitate and scare the born fighter, he was disappointed when Kai only smiled and nodded.
"Perhaps but I can back it up."
Kai through the first punch, a feint to take the guy off his guard, then with his right fist he struck the man's solar plexus, winding him immediately. Others began to advance but the idiot held them away with unsure authority, through gasps of air explaining this was his bone to pick.
Kai stood back falling into a fighting stance at once, waiting for the other boy to recover not wanting to immediately take advantage of the handicap he held over his opponent. He recovered quicker then the blue haired boy intended and sloppily threw at Kai a anger weakened hook punch. Kai easily dodged it, then taking advantage of his smaller size moved in under the next punch, kicking out expertly with his left foot to nail the adversary in the groin. The ringleader stumbled, eyes wild with pain, however Kai knew better then to take such an easy victory and once again held his position. The reaction to the kick was a full forced body throw, where the boy advantaged his weight into Kai. Silver gaze adverted; Kai stumbled backwards on his bad knee loosing ground and having no choice but to accept double punishment to his exposed right side.
This however only fed to Kai's fire as the pain became numb from racing adrenaline and he pulled a combination of feint punches, another kick to the solar plexus and at last a punch to the face, which caused blood flow.
"Bitch!" The aggressor yelled out angrily flinging one arm to his bloodied mess of a nose the other was used for balance as he kicked out at the youth, he was finding up until now nothing more then a pest. Kai was prepared though and caught the leg in one arm using the other he flipped over the fighter onto his stomach once again winding him. Driving his boot into the fallen antagonist's back; he made sure that this idiot wouldn't be arising anytime soon.
Shock waved over the crowd as all were impressed, disgraced and angered by the fall of their leader. Atlas Kai was satisfied but knew it wouldn't have been that easy so he retook his fighting stance and waited for the certain, predictable attack.
Surrounded all at once it was evident who would be victorious though the strength of fire would fight straight until the end was over.
He was stuck from all sides. Wanting this fight over quick before any authority arrived the gangsters planned to make Kai's death quick and relatively painful.
Reaching into his pocket he grabbed for the knife as blood flooded his left eye blinding it from a cut above his brow. As he grasped the handle he swore he could almost hear Rei's voice.
Kai. It was as if Kai could feel Rei's nearness however the silver eyed boy supposed it was a sure fire symptom that death was near, until...
"KAI! KAI! IT'S ME REI!" He did hear Rei. Was it possible Rei had come to save him? Again? He smiled as blood completely blinded him and was comforted by his last warm though of Rei's voice. Rei came for me. Kai thought, death reaching it's cold finger to him. He came after all. It's only too bad he is too late.