A/N: Next round of triplets is up

Disclaimer: Same as before

Chapter 11

"Wake up you lazy bum!" Called a sweet and very familiar voice. Rei groaned and his eyes fluttered open as he regained consciousness. The neko-jin bolted up as he finally knew where he had heard the voice before. Kairi! He glanced down, recognizing the right red jumpsuit, yellow shoes one size too big, fingerless white gloves, white tee-shirt jacket and the dangling three pointed crown necklace. He then realized he was sitting on a sandy beach with warm water lapping at his feet.

Looking up, he was met with a shocking sight. Somehow, the Kairi in front of him was only fourteen years old! He looked around wildly and soon spotted a fifteen year old Riku. Both even wore their old outfits. For Kairi it was a black skin tight tank top with a white spaghetti strap tank top over it, a purple mini skirt and white tennis shoes. For Riku it was a skin tight sleeveless yellow tee-shirt, skin tight black shorts, black belts holding up bright blue pants up to the knees, black tennis shoes and black gloves.

He turned around to see a girl and two boys. The girl had wavy dark hair and dreamy emerald eyes and always wore a yellow sun dress. The eldest boy had wild orange hair and laughing dark blue eyes and pretty much wore an off white sleeveless shirt and puffy orange pants. And the youngest boy had messy dark blond hair and friendly sapphire eyes. He always chose to wear one pant leg shorter than the other, and a yellow and blue vest. They were Selphie, Wakka and Tidus. This wasn't happening!

"You okay Sora? You look a little pale." Selphie said worriedly. "I'm fine." Rei said shakily, waving his hands wildly. But, was everything with the Heartless and the Beyblade world merely a dream? And nothing more? Recalling his fondest memories of his loyal friends, the Keymaster knew that his friends counted on him and would not let him down. Besides, it didn't do well to dwell on the past.

The neko-jin looked up to see the skies growing dark as if a storm was brewing. The winds picked up and Rei shivered. His tee-shirt jacket did not do well on stormy nights. The once clear blue skies was now an ugly purplish black with a huge black ball glowing in the skies. Red lightning cackled all around it, sending a chill down his spine. The Islanders began to laugh cruelly as he frantically dodged lightning bolts. It almost appeared that Rei was dancing.

"Now, why do you have to keep acting like an idiot Sora? We all know you are one." Tidus said, mockingly. Rei did not have a chance to answer as he was hit by a lightning bolt. And the only thing Rei knew was pain.

And a lot of it.

Rei let out an inhuman howl of agony as he felt his whole body burn with hot molten fire. And through the hazy mist of pain, Rei could make out his creamy pale skin turning a pure ebony black.

Heartless.

As his eyes drifted shut for one last time, he heard a very familiar voice hiss softly into his ear before darkness could claim him.

"Soon."

Rei bolted up in his bed, his sweaty body making his night clothes cling to him. Apparently during the night, his hair had come undone, so spiky black and red hair fell around him as he drew in shaky breaths. That did not just happen, he thought uneasily, still shivering. He glanced to the clock on his bedside table. A little after six in the morning. Just great.

Groaning, Rei took a quick shower and chose to change into something else entirely since he did not feel up to his usual outfit. He pulled on a sleeveless black tee-shirt, dark blue silk tunic pants that were tied around the ankles, black fighting slippers, instead of a red headband he made sure it was black with a silver yin-yang on the front, and fingerless silver trimmed black gloves. He also left a note behind before he took off for the park to relax from his vicious nightmare.

The gang had arrived in Italy the afternoon before and had found Enrique, the boy Oliver sent them too. All they found was a selfish blond haired blue eyes brat. Rei snickered as he recalled Enrique's choice of clothing. A long sleeved yellow shirt, a red tee-shirt vest, green cloth pants and brown ankle high boots. Major fashion disaster.

And Tyson, being the stubborn mule he is, challenged the more experienced blader to a match and soon lost to the mystical bit beast. Luckily, there would be a rematch this very afternoon. Right after that match, Rei had disappeared through yet another temple and gained the guardian of time; Cronus, as his alley.

Rei sighed heavily as he sat underneath a huge oak tree. Each day he knew Kai was getting more suspicious of him. So it was getting that much harder to hide the knowledge of the other worlds and the Heartless. You sure you're okay?Driger asked softly. He had never seen Rei like this before. Of course, he only knew Rei for a few short months.

The White Tiger spirit appeared in human form and kneeled next to Rei. Is it about the friends you lost in Paris?He asked gently. Rei's eyes watered slightly, but he did not cry. It would seem the war against the darkness was now beginning to take its toll on him. His skin was rapidly losing its sheen, and black circles were beginning to appear under his wary eyes. "I just don't know anymore Driger." He whispered. Driger sighed and hugged him gently. Rei smiled at the affection the tiger was showing him.

Hm?

Both Rei and Driger looked up sharply. A feeling of dread settling deep within their souls, leaving the two shivering slightly. This time, Driger did not remain see-through. He became solid. At the sounds of terrible screeching, Rei stood up fast. Eyes flashing furiously. "It's those demons Maleficent created." He growled.

What the-?!

Rei looked about wildly as people were screaming in fear and panicking, and it hit him like a tone of bricks. "Oh man, don't tell me they can see and hear them now!" He groaned. Looks like it.Driger said dryly. "You better transform now." Rei said shakily as the remaining demons slithered out of the shadows, welding five foot black swords. Driger nodded hastily.

Bright, neon green light lit up the park, and a massive white tiger stood there. Its glittering white fur was covered by an eerie green glow. The elder neko-jin hopped onto its back, clung tightly to its mane, and the dynamic duo took off for the roof tops. The second they landed on a brick building, Rei glanced around and swore in Chinese. Apparently, Maleficent made them very powerful as they were right behind the two. I just hope they don't go after my friends, he prayed.

Meanwhile, while Rei and Driger were running for their lives from Maleficent's demonic creatures, Oliver had shown up in Italy to talk to Enrique about the two competing Beyblade teams. The White Tigers and the Bladebreakers.. The two sat at a café, drinking and talking.

"There seems to be something quiet different about these Bladebreakers. Separating them from ordinary Beyblade teams." Oliver mused. Enrique nodded as he took a sip of his latté. "Although that Rei character gives me the creeps. I swear he's not even human." Oliver frowned. "I am afraid I never met him while they were in Paris. I think he mainly stays to himself." He said quietly.

"Why does Rei scare you? I thought nothing could frighten you." Enrique sighed. "I think it's his eyes. Something about them makes you feel like he can see into your soul." He explained. Oliver was silent before he spoke up once more.

"Isn't your rematch with Tyson coming up? I mean, that boy could surprise you." And walked away, leaving a stunned Italian champion behind. "What's that supposed to mean anyway?" He mumbled, paying for their drinks and went to get ready for his rematch.

Rei and the white tiger had been dodging and running from the demons for some time now and Driger was beginning to tire out. In fact, they had been running all morning and well into the afternoon. Now, the two were heading back towards the resort the two Beyblade teams were staying at. "Oof!" Rei grunted in pain as he had a three hundred pound tiger thrown on top of him. Somehow, one of the demons managed to throw knock him off, and toss Driger onto him.

CRASH

They fell through the roof and into an empty room. Rei coughed heavily as he choked on the dust. Sensing his distress, Driger quickly returned to his bit. Now Rei could breathe once more. Heal, he thought and gave a thin smile as he felt his healing magic kick in and healed his broken ribs from the impact. Rei stood up slowly and brushed off the dust from his clothes.

He looked around frantically for a way to stop the demons from completing their mission in killing him. Spotting the three inch thick glass window, he grinned nastily to the demons and held out his right hand. Bright red gold flames cackled there, swirling lazily. "Goodbye." He said a little too cheerfully. And fired the blast of magic that was waiting to be released from his hand.

"FIRAGA!"

Rei leapt back as the eight demonic creatures shrieked with pain as their seven foot bodies burst into bright red flames. His grin faded when one of the dying demons lurched forward and shoved him through the glass window. The second his body went through the window, shattered glass flew everywhere and the room proceeded to explode.

Awe nuts, he thought.

Down below, Max and Kenny were congratulating Tyson on his victory against Enrique. The two foreign bladers were also along for the ride. "By the way, what happened to Rei?" Tyson asked Lee. The White Tiger captain shrugged. "He left a note that he was going to take a walk. Hasn't been back since." Lee explained.

CRASH!

BOOM!

The ground shook as an explosion could be heard within the air. "What was that?!" Max yelped fearfully. "It's coming from above us." Tyson said slowly. "Look out!" Oliver cried, see shards of glass raining down. They dove to safety just in time. The glass clattered onto the ground, shattering even more. And something else, something big crashed into the ground, leaving a shallow crater behind. When the gang crawled out, someone clad in black, stumbled out of the hole, cursing softly in Chinese.

Bluish white eyes met their's.

"R-Rei?!" The neko-jin froze before slowly turning around to see all ten teenagers looking at him in awe and in concern.

Damn it.

"What happened?!" Mariah demanded shrilly. Rei winced. But, silence was all she received. Growling, she stormed up and to everyone's shock, slapped Rei across the face. Rei rubbed his stinging cheek, blue eyes wide. "Damn it Rei! You can't keep your emotions locked up!" She cried.

"We're your friends! You can tell us anything!" She pleaded. Oliver and Enrique exchanged looks. "Have you guys met Robert yet?" Oliver questioned.

Robert?

"Isn't that the same guy we met on the ship in London?" Kevin asked curiously. Defiantly. Rei winced again and rubbed his chest, right where his heart was. From within his bit, Driger tensed, sensing the darkness within Rei's heart growing. Would there be any light left?

And hope for the other worlds?

Chapter 12

Oliver and Enrique took them to see Robert in his castle all the way in Germany in a blimp of all things during a raging storm no less!

The French Beyblader glided the blimp down gently like a professional to the top of an old fashioned castle. However, the second they stepped outside, all but Enrique, Oliver and Rei were soaked to the bone. Enrique and Oliver each had an umbrella in their hands, but Rei was using his Wind magic to keep the rain from soaking him.

"May I help you?" Rumbled a low voice. The gang, minus three, jumped. Standing in the shadows, was an elderly man dressed as a butler. Oliver smiled. "Hello Wallace. Could you please let Robert know we're here?" The man nodded shortly. "Follow me." He rumbled, gesturing for them to follow. Gulping, Tyson struggled to keep up as the group of eleven followed the old man down a long hall and into a cozy looking library. Sitting on a comfy chair was Robert, who was reading a book. To say the least, the purple haired teen was pleasantly surprised to see them and carefully marked his page and sat the book down.

"Wallace, why don't you show our guests to their rooms? I'd like to speak to Rei personally." Robert's red eyes met Rei's curious blue ones and the teen gave a slight nod. "I'll be with you guys in a few minutes." Rei called over his shoulder as the elderly man led the two teams to another part of the castle. When they left, Rei glanced at the bemused trio curiously. "Johnny, he's here." Said Robert.

/Johnny?/ Rei questioned. Johnny?Driger echoed.

A boy slightly younger than he, came out. Spiky, gravity defying dark auburn hair and sharp blue eyes glared out. The boy wore a dark blue tee-shirt, a grey vest, grey shorts and brown ankle high boots.

Ye-ouch

Rei and Driger winced at the same time. For the two could actually feel Johnny's bit beast fiery power and boy, Rei knew he didn't want to make Johnny angry that was for sure. "You've got some explaining to do." Johnny growled in a scratchy kind of voice.

"I don't know what you're talking about." Rei stammered, backing up slightly. He turned around to leave, but he didn't get very far. Rei's vision swarmed and he clutched his throbbing head and whimpered in pain as a bolt of agony shot through him. "Hey, are you okay?" Oliver asked uneasily, and knelt next to the whimpering older teen. Suddenly, a low inhuman sound left Rei's lips. It was the sound between a growl and a howl. Hearing the strangled cry, the two teams ran back in. Very suddenly, Rei stopped making the weird sounds and slowly stood up. His bangs, shadowing his eyes. "Rei?" Mariah called softly.

Silence.

Rei leapt over them, and was holding a gleaming silver sword and was pointing it at them in complete and utter silence. "Come on man, this isn't funny!" Lee snapped. Rei lunged for Lee, with the intent to kill. Instincts barely kicked in, and Lee jumped back to avoid being hit. "What the hell are you doing Kon?!" Kai snarled.

Rei finally looked up and even Kai stepped back in shock. Pupil less bluish white eyes watched them emotionlessly. "Why are you doing this Rei?!" Tyson asked shrilly. Rei's lips suddenly twisted into a nasty grin. "Fool. I am nothing like that useless brat." He mocked. His eyes now revealed an inner madness. "And I am not as kind hearted as my weaker half."

Say WHAT?!

"If you're not Rei, then who, or what are you?!" Max demanded fearfully. That twisted smile grew even wider. "Now you die." The possessed Rei growled and lunged for the final time. The four European Beyblader's held up their beyblades. "Sorry man." Enrique said sadly. "No offense pal, but we can't let you do that." Johnny growled as they sent their beyblades to crash into Rei's head. Four beyblades slammed into the back of Rei's head, and the neko-jin slumped to the ground, unconscious. The sword vanishing in tiny gold and silver stars.

Mariah carefully laid Rei's head onto her lap. She brushed a lock of red stained black bangs from his sleeping face. "Oh Rei, what are we going to do with you?" She whispered. "Why would Rei attack us like that?" Gary whispered. He was still in shock that his friend would try and do something like that.

Soft whimpers caught Mariah's attention and she looked down to see Rei shivering violently in her lap. She placed a cool hand on his forehead and quickly took it away. "Guys, he's burning up." She said softly. Lee checked as well and grew pale with fright. "She's right." He said grimily. Robert had a doctor rushed over and after a few minutes of examination. The doctor announced that Rei had a slight touch of the flu combine with exhaustion. Which explained how he got sick so fast.

While Rei remained invalid, Johnny challenged Kai to a match and humiliated the former Shark Blader. Then, the four European bladers challenged the Bladebreakers for their place in the World Championships. The drawings came down to this: Oliver versus Max, Johnny versus Kai for a rematch, and Robert versus Tyson in a rematch.

Max and Oliver had came down to a tie, but Kai and Tyson won their matches. They even made friends with the Dark Bladers. Er-sort of.

While the match between the Bladebreakers and the Majestic's was happening, a certain neko-jin Beyblader was regaining consciousness. Rei blinked sleepy bluish white eyes as he sat up. /Driger?/ He tried. After Johnny had demanded that he reveal everything, his world had kinda faded after that. What happened that night? Driger appeared in human spirit form. Thank god you're alright!Rei raised an eyebrow.

/What? Did something bad happened?/ Driger gaped. Y-you mean you don't remember?He stuttered. Rei shook his head. /No. Should I have?/ He asked and blinked as he realized something. "Say, where is everyone?" He asked out loud. "They are down at Master Robert's new beystadium Master Rei." Came Wallace's grave voice. Rei jumped. "Sorry. Could you please tell me where it is?" The old man wrote down the directions and left.

Rei jumped out of bed and hastily changed into his normal clothing. And stepping outside into warm fresh air, a silver aura flared up. Grinning silly, Rei concentrated onto the location and disappeared a second later.

The Bladebreakers, the White Tigers, the Majestic's, and the Dark Bladers stood outside the arena. "Man, Europe is so cool." Max sighed happily. "The next time you guys come, call first." Enrique said dryly. A long black limo pulled up and Mr Dickenson came out. "Hey guys!" Called a cheerful voice. They turned to see a smiling Rei running up to them. "Shouldn't you be in bed?" Mariah asked sternly. Rei turned red. "Heh, heh," Rei cackled nervously. "I guess I'm just a fast healer."

"Well, good luck in the World Championships. You'll need it." Johnny said quietly. "Good luck my young friend." Said Sanquinex. "Russia, here we come!" Tyson cheered.

LET IT RIP !

Chapter 13

Moscow, Russia

1 Week later

Tyson rubbed a hand over the frosty window of their compartment and looked out at the passing scenery eagerly. They had been traveling by train for over a week now. "This is great!" He said happily, leaning into the comfortable chair. Kenny on the other hand, was far from being happy. Since they were in Russia, Rei and the White Tigers wore much thicker, warmer clothes.

For Rei it was a high collar white turtleneck with a black leather vest like jacket, dark blue jeans with brown leather belts wrapped around his upper and lower legs, ankle length black boots, and of course black gloves. He kept his chains the same.

Mariah was now wearing a bright pink turtleneck, white cloth pants, tan ankle high boots and warm white gloves. Lee wore a wolfish grey turtleneck, grey cloth pants, tan ankle high boots and his normal bandages covering his arms and fingers.

Kevin was now wearing a pale blue turtleneck, dark blue cloth pants and brown ankle high boots and thick brown gloves. Gary wore a thick dark green sweatshirt, dark blue jeans and black ankle high boots.

"Remember guys," Kenny began as they, minus Kai, glanced at the smaller teen curiously. "We know absolutely nothing about the home team. All Dizzi can gather is that their extremely ruthless and will do anything, and I mean anything to win." He warned darkly. Just then, the train pulled up to the station. Rei and the White Tigers slipped on very thick fur coats and the Bladebreakers and Kenny their BBA winter coats, slung their bags over their shoulders and stepped out into the chilly air.

Rei shivered. For the air of Moscow was lingering with the tint of Heartlessness. Since the blood of a Heartless ran through his veins, he was drawn to the darkness.

"Is everything okay?" Rei looked up to see that it was Max who had asked the question, for the blond was watching me with concern. "You looked a bit pale. You're not getting sick again are you?" Rei gave a reassuring smile. "Don't worry Max. I'm fine." He answered softly. "So, where's the hotel Chief?" Tyson asked, trying to keep his hands warm. Kenny took out a sheet of paper that had the address written in Russian out. "Er, my Russian's a bit rusty." Kenny said sheepishly.

Hm?

Rei took the paper from Kenny, glanced at it briefly and pointed down the street. "It's just two blocks straight and to the right." This impressed Kai, who was half Russian. "Just how many languages do you know?" He whispered to Rei, who was the only one to hear. Rei turned a light pink. "Let's just say I studied a lot." He muttered back to Kai who was satisfied with the answer.

The elder neko-jin stopped completely and tilted his head as he was filled with a terrible coldness. Heartless, he thought angrily. And the energy was coming from a mere block away. I have to lead it away from the others. But how? Now, a motorist on a sleek black motorcycle was just driving by when Rei stopped the driver with a little time magic. Take the man's helmet, he put it on and took the bike from the stunned man. "Sorry! But I need to borrow this!" He called and started it up and zoomed off down the road. Leaving behind eight very shocked teenagers. "What just happened?" Tyson asked finally. "I have no idea.." Said Kenny.

At least they'll be safe, Rei thought as he drove at ana alarming speed down the streets. He let out an angered hiss of pain as a curved blade sliced his right shoulder. Obviously made from a Bandit as they were the only Heartless to weld curved swords. Ignoring the hot pain in his shoulder and that the fact he had blood flowing down, he pressed on, not knowing he passed a surprised home beyblade team on his way through the streets.

He turned around a corner and cursed softly. He had hit a dead end. Still cursing under his breath, he ripped the helmet off and his bangs clung to his sweaty forehead and he was breathing heavily. "Aww, is the widdle boy scared?" Mocked a rough voice. Rei stiffened and slowly turned around to see four boys about a year or two younger than him.

One with blood red hair and icy blue eyes in all white, another with light lilac hair and eyes and wore dark maroon and tan furred clothing, a smaller boy with dark purple hair and cruel red eyes that wore a pilot outfit and the last was a tall boy with wild blond hair and icy blue eyes also in a pilot outfit, stood there. All four had their arms crossed and they looked angry.

/Don't tell me, the home team, right?/ Rei asked dryly. Driger winced. Unfortunately, yes. They are the Demolition Boys. The red head, Tala, is their leader. Then there's Spencer the oldest and Ian is the youngest. The one with the crazed lilac eyes is Bryan. They're all bad news.Driger growled. Rei groaned. Could things get any worse?

{"Keymaster..."}

Okay, there was that. Rei scanned the area for any traces of the Heartless and glimpsed a flash of silver. What in the world?! Rei's pale colored eyes widen in horror as a massive featureless shadowy being rose behind the unsuspecting Bryan. "Look out!" He cried and he dove forward and shoved the angry Russian teen to the ground.

Bryan was about to retort an answer when he heard Rei's soft gasp of pain. He looked up sharply to see a curved blade jamming slightly out of Rei's stomach. With a sickening sound, the sword was removed from his stomach and Rei slumped into a horrified Bryan's arms and into unconsciousness.

"He's dying." Tala said flatly. "What about that program Boris was working on? That may be his only hope of survival." Ian said shakily. Spencer lifted Rei's body up from Bryan and they made their way to an old Abbey on the outskirts of town. Apparently, they arrived minutes after the White Tigers and Bladebreakers leave. Boris was a man in his fifties with slicked back dark violet hair and cold grey eyes. He had raised the Demolition Boys since they were very young. And he appeared to know Kai very well. Tala explained their sticky situation and Boris ordered the scientists of the Abbey to strip Rei down and to put him into a cryogenic tank. After awhile, Rei was placed into a tank full of eerie bluish green liquid. Nearby scientists started typing furiously at a number of computers, each trying to keep the dying boy alive. For he lost too much blood and would not make it unless they used that program.

"Injecting the advance nano tech robots sir." One announced. Ian watched as the silver liquid that contained the microscopic machines enter Rei's bloodstream. Very slowly, the muscle and tissue damage started to heal themselves up. Fresh, pink skin started to wash over the broken skin, leaving it fresh and clean. "Injection complete sir. Beginning the enhancement now." Rei's visible muscles began to increase slightly and so was his healing ability. It was now forty percent normal above human average. Of course, Rei was no longer human. Now he was half Heartless, and half cyborg.

Suddenly, the tank shattered, and aquamarine liquid washed onto the floor. Shivering, Rei stood up and opened his eyes. Bryan stepped back. He recalled that Rei had strange blue eyes.

Furious ruby red ones glared out instead.

Rei grinned, revealing needle point fangs. "I must thank you for freeing me. Even if it is only temporary." He purred. He snapped his fingers and was instantly clothed in all black from head to toe. His ruby red eyes glowing like two jewels. "Bye." He teased and disappeared from their sights.

'Rei' reappeared behind the hotel, eyes glowing darkly. As if a mere human could control the most powerful Heartless general?

Yeah right.

"Hmmm." Rei sleepily opened his eyes. A creamy colored ceiling greeted him. He sat up in a rush. Soft, white blankets covered him. How did I get here? He wondered. Shrugging, he got up, showered and dressed into the same clothes from yesterday and he grabbed his dark brown fur coat and headed down stairs to the restaurant to find everyone, minus Kai, eating breakfast.

"Morning Rei." Kevin greeted warmly. Rei smiled, but frowned slightly. "Morning. Say, where's Kai?" He asked. "Oh, he left around dawn this morning." Kenny answered. "Hm. I'll see you guys later." Rei called, putting on his coat. "Where are you going?" Max asked. "The park, where else?" Rei answered. "Wait for us Rei!" Gary cried, gathering their things, the White Tigers followed Rei outside. "And I'm gonna go pick up my mom. Her bus should be arriving in a few minutes." Said Max, also getting up.

Looked like Tyson and Kenny were alone for the day.

Again.

While Max went to greet Dr Judy and the All-Starz, Rei and the White Tigers headed for one of Russia's many parks to train for the World Championships.

"What happened to you yesterday?" Lee asked his friend worriedly while Gallon and Driger sparred. Rei blinked. "Yesterday..." He trailed off. His mind drew a blank. What did happen yesterday? Rei frowned.

"I can't even remember." He shook his head. "Nothing at all?" Kevin asked curiously. Rei shook his head again. "Nothing." Rei muttered. "Hey guys." They turned to see Judy along with the All-Starz and Max standing behind them. Besides the other three two Bladebreakers that is.

"Wow. Looks like the whole gang is back together, huh?" Michael asked cheerfully. Emily glared at Mariah and vice versa. The two never could get along for some reason. Much to the others amusement.

Eddie frowned. "Say, I thought you guys had four members to your team?" He asked. "Yeah, what happened to Kai?" Steve questioned. The Bladebreakers and White Tigers exchanged uneasy looks. Kai had been gone far too long that day.

/Driger?/ Rei called out. Yes Rei?Rei took a deep breath. /Do you know where Kai is?/ He asked. He's at some place called the Abbey. Why?Rei frowned. /I think he might be in trouble./ He said grimly. "He's at some sort of Abbey." Rei said suddenly. "We were at an Abbey yesterday. Come on, he might be there." Tyson urged as both teams took off running. And left behind some very confused All-Starz.

"How did you know about the Abbey?" Max wheezed as they ran. Silence answered him. They skidded to a halt outside a ten foot gate. "Now what?" Kevin asked, panting. Rei simply grinned. "Stand back." He ordered. Shakily, they did so.

SLASH

They gaped as the gate just shattered into pieces. "Come on. Someone would've heard that by now." Rei hissed. That was when a number of armed guards ran by. "Hide!" Mariah snapped peevishly. All nine dove for nearby bushes and peeked out. "High tech security and weapons? What kind of abbey is this?" Gary asked in awe. "Obviously they're hiding something." Lee growled. "We gotta find Kai." Tyson insisted.

RING!

RING!

A high pitched alarm rang out. "We better do something fast!" Kenny squeaked. "We just tripped an alarm!" Rei's pupils dilated into slits as he saw some guards aim a spot light onto them. "Run!" He yelled as they bolted for different directions.

As Rei separated from the others, he knew he had to do something. He froze as he realized he was surrounded on all sides by guards. He raised his hand over his head, golden lightning cackling all around it.

"THUNDAGA!"

The guards shrieked with pain as they were electrocuted. Their bodies still smoking, they collapsed, giving Rei a way to get to Kai. He quickly dove down the hall way. Unfortunately, for Rei, the high council of the Abbey saw everything.

/Come on, where can he be?/ Rei raged at Driger. Driger frowned as he sniffed the air, he was currently only visible to Rei and no one else. He's past that door.He gestured with his furry head towards the door in front of Rei. With that being said, Driger returned to his bit as Rei pushed the door open and entered a lab of some kind.

He shivered. /It feels like I've been here before./ He whispered. Don't worry Rei. I won't let anything happen to you.Driger vowed.

"Hello Rei."

Rei whirled around to see a tall man with slicked back purple hair and cold grey eyes stepping out of the shadows. Like everyone else in this abbey, he was dressed in dark grey robes. Boris... came to Rei's mind. "Where's Kai?" Rei asked sharply through slitted eyes. He was too happy, and Boris was slightly nerved by the needle point fangs.

"What are you doing here Rei?" Hissed an all too familiar voice. Rei turned and froze. Pure ebony mists was drifting off of Kai's skin. /The idiot allowed the darkness to consume him./ He hissed.

"Go back to those pathetic losers and take this with you." Kai growled, before tossing his old Beyblade at Rei's feet. Rei slowly picked it up and turned to leave. He stopped as he reached the door that would lead out before turning to face Kai with ruby red eyes. Kai was uneasy by those evil eyes.

"Don't let yourself steep to long in the darkness. They consume the weak." Rei rasped. "Let the darkness take over completely," he trailed off before grinning nastily. "Then you're mine..." He hissed before disappearing into the shadows.

What was that all about?

Rei stepped outside into the cool fresh air with an unreadable expression upon his handsome face. the others, having been caught earlier on, were waiting for him outside. "Well?" Lee asked the second the older teen appeared.

Rei scowled heavily before showing them Dranzer. "Isn't that-?" Max trailed off. Rei nodded. "Yes. Kai abandon Dranzer for some new bit beast as well as joining the Demolition Boys." He growled darkly. But, Rei was also thinking about something else. About what he had said to Kai. Could he really take Kai's heart if the younger boy fell too deep into darkness?

Probably.

Last round will have an encounter with the Dark Lord Ansem; seeker of darkness....