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Summary: When Biovolt goes after one of its past 'students' the BBA steps in and places the girl under the watch of the Blade Breakers. What are Biovolt's plans for this girl and what happens when they get a hold of her because she risked herself by saving one of the Blade Breakers that has grown fond of her.
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Takes place after the World Beyblading Tournament
"…." Talking '….' Thinking
Clandestine Wolf
Chapter Nine - The Sea, The Sky, The Sunset
The four teens slept a good deal of hours that spanned over a few days. The boat ride was slow yet comforting as the rocking motion lulled everything into an easeful sleep where dreams wouldn't disturb them. It had gotten quite chilly while crossing into the Atlantic Ocean, but the black cloth of the cloaks each child wore protected them from the nipping cold as the ship's crew worked on the deck as if nothing would ever faze them. The men's noise was minimal, most of the sounds they made above deck being washed away by the sound of water lapping up onto the sides of the boat. Razor had ended up on the floor, rolling off on his own accord in the middle of the first night as if oblivious to anything leaving Tala to have the whole bed for himself. Kai had turned from his side onto his back, the single pillow for both he and Snowflake being used by him as the young female rested her head on his chest with her cloak sprawled over both their bodies. She had huddled close to Kai's form, while he still hand his arm looped around her waist in an almost protective manner.
With an abrupt knock on the thin wooden door that was to the four teens small room the wooden form was swung open, allowing a bitterly cold sea breeze to pass through it as one of the ship's men trudged in. The man was bulky looking with dark skin and short curly brown hair, though most of his bulk was lean muscle from working out on sea so long. The boat they all rode wasn't a fancy new one where computers did all the work, but an old fashioned one where men did a good deal of the work aboard the ship and a good-sized crew was needed. In the shipmate's hands were tin travel plated slopped with a good deal of meat, vegetables, and fruits along with two canteens of fresh water to drink.
The knock on the door didn't wake anyone but Tala, but the rush of cold air made his fallen bedmate wake up suddenly as if just waking up from a bad dream. Snowflake shivered, not waking up but curling her small but strong form closer to Kai as his arm tightened about his waist. Razor, now sitting up from being awakened, turned his sleepy blue eyes to the shipmate, mumbling a few things under his breath about the rude wakeup call. Tala slipped out of bed, taking the food and water with a brief thanks before ushering the large man out in the same rudely manner he awoke them in, though he locked the door behind him.
"I forgot how manner less these men could be on the ships my father owns…. At least they have some good food though," grumbled Razor as he moved to sit on the bed next to Tala. His stomach was already growling for the food he saw before him, almost drooling at its smells. Tala automatically smacked the blue haired boy in the back of the head with a slow glare, a soft -ouch- coming from the hit boy. Razor was just about to ask why he was hit, but Tala's glance towards the two still sleeping caught him in his tracks of yelling. "Well you didn't have to hit me…"
"I'm sure you would've noticed it on your own, Razor. It's better just to let them sleep, both of them. Kai isn't one to get close to another, and waking him up might make him agitated and noticed that he's actually -holding- someone close and with a possessive gesture. As for Alexis she would just as soon break your nose or jaw if you woke her and pointed out how close she has gotten with someone. Ironic, really, how two people so distant can be so close. Hey..! Don't eat all of that!" While Tala was talking Razor had gotten into the food, already having ate more than his share of it as it was shoved in his mouth and swallowed nearly without being chewed.
The one plate of food was already gone, along with a full canteen of water while the other canteen and other plate rested on the floor. Tala and Razor were at it already before they had time to think about the noise. With sheer determination they wrestled against each other on the bed, chiding small insults here and there as the rolled about in a mess of their cloak's cloth. It was something fierce to watch, as the two were half beating each other to a pulp until they realized the sleek form of Snowflake sitting up on opposite bed's edge with her steel blue eyes fixated on them sternly. Kai was still sleeping, though she has slipped from his protective grasp and pulled his own cloak over his body to keep him warm instead of her own.
The look that Alexis gave both Razor and Tala was one enough to make both of them cower silently and crawl away from each other like obedient dogs. No words were needed, as they had known they were being too loud and rowdy when others were still sleeping in their bunker. Really they were half amazed Kai didn't wake up too, but he was still sleeping like nothing had ever happened to begin with, a content look resting upon his sleeping features as the rocking of the boat kept him lulled into sleep. Without another look Alexis slipped out of the room, not even eating her own share of the food that was left for her, though Razor had ate both his share and another's.
"What's up with her, Tala? She seemed a little on the edge if you ask me." The blue haired Razor turned his head to look at his friend who looked only slightly puzzled himself, but he did answer. "Alexis has a lot on her mind. You do know what she is blaming herself for all this, don't you? She doesn't want anyone to get hurt, and dragging everyone into this she knows someone is going to end up getting injured. In her mind she's debating on whether or not to stay, as she knows or at least thinks it's safer for us all if she just left on her own. She is quite capable of taking care of herself, but right now she needs someone not as much as to lean on but to be behind her and there for her when she needs it. Biovolt has caused her a lot of pain…. I'm afraid she might just bail if things get too rough for either of us, and that is including Kai. We can't treat her like some kid who doesn't know what she's doing, as she's more than likely better than all of us put together, but she does need guidance.. She needs friends that will be there for her when things get tough and the path get tough. If she walks off let her be, as she will come back if she thinks things through enough. I just pity that she has to go through this…"
"You shouldn't pity her at all. Alexis doesn't need yours or anyone's pity." it was Kai who spoke up, now sitting up with his legs over the side of the bed. Tala had been too in-depth with his thoughts that he had been staring at the ceiling and not paying attention to anyone else. Razor just gave a small shrug and fell back down onto the bed with his hands behind his head. Though he seemed as if he didn't care, Razor had more loyalty than they all thought and would never leave a friend or teammate behind. Kai was right though; Snowflake didn't need pity from any of them nor anyone else at that matter. Even as she pulled herself together she was strong and willing enough to put herself on the line for anyone she considered she could trust enough to be a friend.
As the guys had their talk inside the bunker of the ship Snowflake was out walking the ship's deck while making sure not to get in anyone's way in doing so. The ship's crew talked quietly while they worked, not seeming to mind that they did the same thing every single day. 'Maybe everyday, doing the same thing, every day is an adventure. The sea… with so many faces, the sky with a furry of the gods, and the sunset a calming factor for anyone so they know that they're still alive to go on another day. Yes, their lives are adventures lived by one day at a time.' With a soft sigh she walked on, steel blue eyes taking everything around her in and placing it into her picture graphic memory.
The day was calm, the ocean being calm and easygoing as the boat traveled towards its destination; Asia. Their first stop would have to be Europe, but that wouldn't be a bad place to start as the Majestics were there and they were a great team to test their skill on. A match with each of them… One member of each team facing one another. From there they'd probably meet the All Stars and the White Tigers who were training in the region of Asia, and those too would be challenges to look forward to. As the Ancient Shadows passed through towns they'd challenge anyone they could, as a reputation would form. Their goal was to be invited to a tournament where Biovolt would be drawn to their team. That is when they'd strike and destroy Biovolt on their own grounds, in their own stadium.
Tilting her head upward Alexis cast her gaze upon the upper most part of the mast, watching as the wind caught in the sails and carried the ship forward. A glance back towards all the ships men made sure they were all working and occupied before she made up her mind; she'd climb. The stairs to the captain's rooms were scaled quickly, only to climb atop the cabinet to start climbing up the masts like an agile acrobat. For someone who was clumsy or didn't know what they were doing the climb would be a dangerous one, but Snowflake executed each movement perfectly as all the ropes in the way were dodged and the gadgets that were in her way weren't touched. It was like climbing a ladder to her, yet once at the top she stayed there to gaze over out at the horizon as the sun set against the blue of the ocean. The material of the cloak rippled around her slim body in the breeze, steel blue eyes staring out as her mind wandered freely in the surroundings about her. It was like flying with nothing in front of you to stop you but yourself, yet your freedom was still something to be taken away; your wings clipped.
The other three teens had decided to come out onto deck as well, all three pairs of eyes watching as their friend climbed up the mast and perched herself as high as she could with the wind whipping at her clothes. They couldn't help but to smile, to feel as if all their troubles had been lifted away by some great force. At the front of the ship they stood, watching as the waves rippled when the ship moved forward at a decently quick speed for something without a big and fancy motor. They were content; they were free without having to worry about anyone coming after them while they were at sea. Kai stood in the middle, hood pushed back just like the others while his hands rested on the side of the boat. Tala stood to his right and razor to his left, each in total silence as the sun set before them. It was a wonderful sight, a disk of gold sinking into a sea of blue yet they met together in a world of melting colors.
Even as night came to claim the sky the stars were already shining through brightly, not a cloud in the sky as a full moon rested right in front of their eyes. There was land ahead; they could see it as the ship approached it steadily. They'd be docking soon, and it'd be safe to guess that Biovolt would have a scant of a guess where though it was rare they'd know where to look once they got moving. The team wouldn't stay anywhere but outside, traveling all the time mostly by foot to each town and destination. It'd be a tough and long journey, yet hopefully a safe one in everyone's heart. Everyone hoped for the best, willing to fight to the end for one another as their bonds grew ever so slowly. Friends to the end and to Tala and Alexis a pack until the end.
The horn of the boat drew everyone back to reality, the ship docking as the dark of night drew across the sky, sending shadows playing across the land as if like mere puppets and toys. The three teen boys didn't know when Snowflake had climbed down from the mast, as the were too lost in their own little world, but she was now standing next to them all with her cloak's hood pulled over her head. Now they'd have to hide who they really are, calling themselves by false names and using bit beasts which were their own but ancient and more powerful in all their glory. It was time to gather their things and leave the boat; to gather their things and walk down a path none of them could turn back from.
The people that worked night shift on the docks were milling about doing their work, offering just the slightest glance towards the four-cloaked figures that walked from an old looking boat. They seemed too dangerous to bother with, and they still had work to get along with. The four teens themselves were glancing about at everyone, looking about for anything that would seem suspicious or out of place besides themselves, but everything seemed as normal as ever. With their hour of rests put in they moved along, heading towards the town in which the Majestics lived at. They would be their first challenge, their first battle to over come to show that they were strong enough to become what was needed of them to stop Biovolt for good in their tracks.
As their path begun it started to rain, to pour the tears that would never be shed by those who had suffered because of Biovolt. Those tears which wouldn't be shed because their being and will would not allow it. The rain made the soul and spirit seem heavy and leaded down, but the four kept walking down the road to where their destination was. The cloaks pelted the rain off, waterproof yet not keeping the ground from being soaked and matted in the clear liquid as puddles quickly started to form. The sea would be deadly that night, and the sky would be dark as the sun had already set and the demons of the past were screaming to be let free and face what was challenging them.
Summary: When Biovolt goes after one of its past 'students' the BBA steps in and places the girl under the watch of the Blade Breakers. What are Biovolt's plans for this girl and what happens when they get a hold of her because she risked herself by saving one of the Blade Breakers that has grown fond of her.
Please review!
Takes place after the World Beyblading Tournament
"…." Talking '….' Thinking
Clandestine Wolf
Chapter Nine - The Sea, The Sky, The Sunset
The four teens slept a good deal of hours that spanned over a few days. The boat ride was slow yet comforting as the rocking motion lulled everything into an easeful sleep where dreams wouldn't disturb them. It had gotten quite chilly while crossing into the Atlantic Ocean, but the black cloth of the cloaks each child wore protected them from the nipping cold as the ship's crew worked on the deck as if nothing would ever faze them. The men's noise was minimal, most of the sounds they made above deck being washed away by the sound of water lapping up onto the sides of the boat. Razor had ended up on the floor, rolling off on his own accord in the middle of the first night as if oblivious to anything leaving Tala to have the whole bed for himself. Kai had turned from his side onto his back, the single pillow for both he and Snowflake being used by him as the young female rested her head on his chest with her cloak sprawled over both their bodies. She had huddled close to Kai's form, while he still hand his arm looped around her waist in an almost protective manner.
With an abrupt knock on the thin wooden door that was to the four teens small room the wooden form was swung open, allowing a bitterly cold sea breeze to pass through it as one of the ship's men trudged in. The man was bulky looking with dark skin and short curly brown hair, though most of his bulk was lean muscle from working out on sea so long. The boat they all rode wasn't a fancy new one where computers did all the work, but an old fashioned one where men did a good deal of the work aboard the ship and a good-sized crew was needed. In the shipmate's hands were tin travel plated slopped with a good deal of meat, vegetables, and fruits along with two canteens of fresh water to drink.
The knock on the door didn't wake anyone but Tala, but the rush of cold air made his fallen bedmate wake up suddenly as if just waking up from a bad dream. Snowflake shivered, not waking up but curling her small but strong form closer to Kai as his arm tightened about his waist. Razor, now sitting up from being awakened, turned his sleepy blue eyes to the shipmate, mumbling a few things under his breath about the rude wakeup call. Tala slipped out of bed, taking the food and water with a brief thanks before ushering the large man out in the same rudely manner he awoke them in, though he locked the door behind him.
"I forgot how manner less these men could be on the ships my father owns…. At least they have some good food though," grumbled Razor as he moved to sit on the bed next to Tala. His stomach was already growling for the food he saw before him, almost drooling at its smells. Tala automatically smacked the blue haired boy in the back of the head with a slow glare, a soft -ouch- coming from the hit boy. Razor was just about to ask why he was hit, but Tala's glance towards the two still sleeping caught him in his tracks of yelling. "Well you didn't have to hit me…"
"I'm sure you would've noticed it on your own, Razor. It's better just to let them sleep, both of them. Kai isn't one to get close to another, and waking him up might make him agitated and noticed that he's actually -holding- someone close and with a possessive gesture. As for Alexis she would just as soon break your nose or jaw if you woke her and pointed out how close she has gotten with someone. Ironic, really, how two people so distant can be so close. Hey..! Don't eat all of that!" While Tala was talking Razor had gotten into the food, already having ate more than his share of it as it was shoved in his mouth and swallowed nearly without being chewed.
The one plate of food was already gone, along with a full canteen of water while the other canteen and other plate rested on the floor. Tala and Razor were at it already before they had time to think about the noise. With sheer determination they wrestled against each other on the bed, chiding small insults here and there as the rolled about in a mess of their cloak's cloth. It was something fierce to watch, as the two were half beating each other to a pulp until they realized the sleek form of Snowflake sitting up on opposite bed's edge with her steel blue eyes fixated on them sternly. Kai was still sleeping, though she has slipped from his protective grasp and pulled his own cloak over his body to keep him warm instead of her own.
The look that Alexis gave both Razor and Tala was one enough to make both of them cower silently and crawl away from each other like obedient dogs. No words were needed, as they had known they were being too loud and rowdy when others were still sleeping in their bunker. Really they were half amazed Kai didn't wake up too, but he was still sleeping like nothing had ever happened to begin with, a content look resting upon his sleeping features as the rocking of the boat kept him lulled into sleep. Without another look Alexis slipped out of the room, not even eating her own share of the food that was left for her, though Razor had ate both his share and another's.
"What's up with her, Tala? She seemed a little on the edge if you ask me." The blue haired Razor turned his head to look at his friend who looked only slightly puzzled himself, but he did answer. "Alexis has a lot on her mind. You do know what she is blaming herself for all this, don't you? She doesn't want anyone to get hurt, and dragging everyone into this she knows someone is going to end up getting injured. In her mind she's debating on whether or not to stay, as she knows or at least thinks it's safer for us all if she just left on her own. She is quite capable of taking care of herself, but right now she needs someone not as much as to lean on but to be behind her and there for her when she needs it. Biovolt has caused her a lot of pain…. I'm afraid she might just bail if things get too rough for either of us, and that is including Kai. We can't treat her like some kid who doesn't know what she's doing, as she's more than likely better than all of us put together, but she does need guidance.. She needs friends that will be there for her when things get tough and the path get tough. If she walks off let her be, as she will come back if she thinks things through enough. I just pity that she has to go through this…"
"You shouldn't pity her at all. Alexis doesn't need yours or anyone's pity." it was Kai who spoke up, now sitting up with his legs over the side of the bed. Tala had been too in-depth with his thoughts that he had been staring at the ceiling and not paying attention to anyone else. Razor just gave a small shrug and fell back down onto the bed with his hands behind his head. Though he seemed as if he didn't care, Razor had more loyalty than they all thought and would never leave a friend or teammate behind. Kai was right though; Snowflake didn't need pity from any of them nor anyone else at that matter. Even as she pulled herself together she was strong and willing enough to put herself on the line for anyone she considered she could trust enough to be a friend.
As the guys had their talk inside the bunker of the ship Snowflake was out walking the ship's deck while making sure not to get in anyone's way in doing so. The ship's crew talked quietly while they worked, not seeming to mind that they did the same thing every single day. 'Maybe everyday, doing the same thing, every day is an adventure. The sea… with so many faces, the sky with a furry of the gods, and the sunset a calming factor for anyone so they know that they're still alive to go on another day. Yes, their lives are adventures lived by one day at a time.' With a soft sigh she walked on, steel blue eyes taking everything around her in and placing it into her picture graphic memory.
The day was calm, the ocean being calm and easygoing as the boat traveled towards its destination; Asia. Their first stop would have to be Europe, but that wouldn't be a bad place to start as the Majestics were there and they were a great team to test their skill on. A match with each of them… One member of each team facing one another. From there they'd probably meet the All Stars and the White Tigers who were training in the region of Asia, and those too would be challenges to look forward to. As the Ancient Shadows passed through towns they'd challenge anyone they could, as a reputation would form. Their goal was to be invited to a tournament where Biovolt would be drawn to their team. That is when they'd strike and destroy Biovolt on their own grounds, in their own stadium.
Tilting her head upward Alexis cast her gaze upon the upper most part of the mast, watching as the wind caught in the sails and carried the ship forward. A glance back towards all the ships men made sure they were all working and occupied before she made up her mind; she'd climb. The stairs to the captain's rooms were scaled quickly, only to climb atop the cabinet to start climbing up the masts like an agile acrobat. For someone who was clumsy or didn't know what they were doing the climb would be a dangerous one, but Snowflake executed each movement perfectly as all the ropes in the way were dodged and the gadgets that were in her way weren't touched. It was like climbing a ladder to her, yet once at the top she stayed there to gaze over out at the horizon as the sun set against the blue of the ocean. The material of the cloak rippled around her slim body in the breeze, steel blue eyes staring out as her mind wandered freely in the surroundings about her. It was like flying with nothing in front of you to stop you but yourself, yet your freedom was still something to be taken away; your wings clipped.
The other three teens had decided to come out onto deck as well, all three pairs of eyes watching as their friend climbed up the mast and perched herself as high as she could with the wind whipping at her clothes. They couldn't help but to smile, to feel as if all their troubles had been lifted away by some great force. At the front of the ship they stood, watching as the waves rippled when the ship moved forward at a decently quick speed for something without a big and fancy motor. They were content; they were free without having to worry about anyone coming after them while they were at sea. Kai stood in the middle, hood pushed back just like the others while his hands rested on the side of the boat. Tala stood to his right and razor to his left, each in total silence as the sun set before them. It was a wonderful sight, a disk of gold sinking into a sea of blue yet they met together in a world of melting colors.
Even as night came to claim the sky the stars were already shining through brightly, not a cloud in the sky as a full moon rested right in front of their eyes. There was land ahead; they could see it as the ship approached it steadily. They'd be docking soon, and it'd be safe to guess that Biovolt would have a scant of a guess where though it was rare they'd know where to look once they got moving. The team wouldn't stay anywhere but outside, traveling all the time mostly by foot to each town and destination. It'd be a tough and long journey, yet hopefully a safe one in everyone's heart. Everyone hoped for the best, willing to fight to the end for one another as their bonds grew ever so slowly. Friends to the end and to Tala and Alexis a pack until the end.
The horn of the boat drew everyone back to reality, the ship docking as the dark of night drew across the sky, sending shadows playing across the land as if like mere puppets and toys. The three teen boys didn't know when Snowflake had climbed down from the mast, as the were too lost in their own little world, but she was now standing next to them all with her cloak's hood pulled over her head. Now they'd have to hide who they really are, calling themselves by false names and using bit beasts which were their own but ancient and more powerful in all their glory. It was time to gather their things and leave the boat; to gather their things and walk down a path none of them could turn back from.
The people that worked night shift on the docks were milling about doing their work, offering just the slightest glance towards the four-cloaked figures that walked from an old looking boat. They seemed too dangerous to bother with, and they still had work to get along with. The four teens themselves were glancing about at everyone, looking about for anything that would seem suspicious or out of place besides themselves, but everything seemed as normal as ever. With their hour of rests put in they moved along, heading towards the town in which the Majestics lived at. They would be their first challenge, their first battle to over come to show that they were strong enough to become what was needed of them to stop Biovolt for good in their tracks.
As their path begun it started to rain, to pour the tears that would never be shed by those who had suffered because of Biovolt. Those tears which wouldn't be shed because their being and will would not allow it. The rain made the soul and spirit seem heavy and leaded down, but the four kept walking down the road to where their destination was. The cloaks pelted the rain off, waterproof yet not keeping the ground from being soaked and matted in the clear liquid as puddles quickly started to form. The sea would be deadly that night, and the sky would be dark as the sun had already set and the demons of the past were screaming to be let free and face what was challenging them.
