The True Meaning of Love

Chapter 19 - conclusion

By: DestinyBabee

"Hey Kai! What's up? We're getting ready for our warm up! You coming or what?" Tyson called out.

"Uhh.. yeah! I'm coming..."

After the warm-up

"This is really weird guys. Serenity should be here by now.. I mean we all know she wouldn't miss you tournament for the world. Not even her busy and hectic career she has." Tyson said as he wiped the sweat off his face.

"And if she did, she would sure as hell inform us prior." Max added.

"True that man.." Ray agreed.

"Guys, I really hate you interrupt you're conversation but we really gotta start heading over to the stadium. We have like an hour and 15 minutes before our match begins. We have to call in a sub for Serenity, since today she was suppose to battle along with Tyson, and Max. Who wants to take her place?" Kenny asked.

Everyone looked hesitant, so Kai decided to step up to the plate.

"I will."

"Okay, we'll worry about Serenity after the match okay? We've made it so far already. Keep focused." Kenny warned. "Now let's go"

When the Bladebreakers reached the stadium, it was already crowded with herds of people waiting to get it. As soon as the bus pulled up, hundreds of screaming began screaming recognizing the Blakbreakers official bus. They began pounded on the bus in an almost violent matter. The bus was shaking.

"Oh my god guys! This is so insane! The bus is shaking. Our fans are so crazy! I don't think we're going to survive! What are we going to do?" Tyson panicked.

"I'm not sure about the not surviving part, but I agree with you Tyson. These people are scaring me a little too. How are we ever going to get inside the stadium?" Ray said.

"Umm.. I really don't know. The bus feels like it's going to tip over!" Max said in a somewhat scared manner.

"Yeah I know what you mean. The bus driver can't even drive! We're surrounded. I feel the prey, and all the people outside are out to get a piece of us. If we walk out there now, there would be nothing left of us." Kenny added.

"You got that right!" Tyson agreed.

Kai just hmmphed. He then proceeded to open the window and spoke. "Okay guys, if you want to see a really good battle today, then I suggest you get out of our way." The screaming only got louder and more fierce. "NOW!" He almost screamed in an angered manner. It was said with an "iron fist". People arounded litterly zipped up there mouths two seconds later. Kai was not in a good mood that day. He'd never admit it but he as somewhat concerend with Serenity's safety. Deep inside, he felt like she was in some sort of danger. He felt obligated to go out and look for her, but his duty was in the Bay Stadium right now. After the match, he would go look for Serenity, and hopefully, she was being irresponsible and just didn't show up. He hated it when any of the team members missed a match, even if it wasn't important, but for Serenity, he faltered. He almost wished that she'd skip it on purpose just so that she could be safe and unharmed.

"Well, we know who's the king here." Max chuckled. Kai glared at him. "Okie dokie. Let's get going in here. We wasted valuable time."

"Exactly, we could have been checking out the competition!" Dizzy stated.

As soon as they reached the designated area. They sat quietly chatting amongst themselves. From what they've heard from rumours, their competition would be quite tough. The group was huddled in duscussion for a game plan. During the whole discussion, Kai was simply thinking of Serenity's whereabouts. Everything he heard just came right out the other ear.

"Okay let's do it guys!" Tyson cheered.

When it was finally their turn, they were eageredto put their plan in action. This was the semi-finals. They were pumped and ready. It was Ray's turn, and then it was Tyson's. This put Kai as the last one to battle. Ray had lost the first round, and the battle among Tyson and the other person was concluded to be a draw. Kai barely registered this. Everyone thought it was odd that Kai was not angered for their loses. It was announced that if Kai wins his match, then both teams can have the priviledge to move on to the mext round together. The pressure was on Kai. However, Kai barely seemed to care. He knew this match was important, but he was more concerned with Serenity. He simply wanted to end his match quickly and get it over with so he could do some searching. His desire to end the match proved to be in his favour because he won the battle. All the team members sighed in relief. During the battle, they were literally on he edge of their seats fearing the worst.

"Oh man oh man. That was too close for comfort!" Tyson said wiping all the sweat off his forehead with his arm. "Goodjob Kai." He reached out his arm for a handshake. However, Kai just walked right past it heading towards the nearest exit. "Okay fine. Be a slob."

"Kai, where you off to?" Ray asked.

"I've got something important to do. Just leave without me. I'll be back." He replied.

"Okay fine. Mr. I-am-too-cool-to-leave-with-my-teammates. Geez, the nerve of that guy." Tyson stated.

"Well he must have had something very urgent to attend to for him to just take off like that. I mean he doesn't usually do that. Think he needs help?" Max wondered.

"Nahhh. Kai can very well take care of himself. We'd only get in the way of what he's doing." Ray answered.

"Maybe he's doing something illegal. Like dealing drugs!" Tyson exclaimed.

"Come on, Tyson. We realistic here. We're not humoured by your joke! That's a serious crime you know. And we all know Kai would never even think of doing something like that. It'd jeopardize our team. There is simply too much at stake! He would never do that just for a little extra cash." Kenny reasoned.

"Okay okay. I was only joking. Don't be so defensive." Tyson said. "Now let's get going back to the hotel. Man Am I ever famished!" He rubbed his poor stomach.

As Kai aimlessly walked down the street, he wondered why he had placed such a priority on Serenity it. He placed Serenity above everything else- even the semi-finals. He had risked hime and his entire team being kicked out of the competition permanently by the other team just so he could search for her faster. 'Why am I acting so recklessly over this?' He would never understand why he was being so irrational about this, but the only thing that was imprinted in his brain was Serenity. He knew he had to find out or his alien feelings would never settle. He continued walking for another 10 minutes when we stepped on soemthing that caused discomfort underneath his shoe. When he moved his foot, he saw an earring that looked exactly like Serenity's. It was a vintage earring. He recognized it anywhere. He then looked in a directions to see if he could spot a place where he might be kept. He was almost prositive that she was kidnapped now. It was one of those gut feelings. He tried to scan the area for possible places she maybe be held at, but none stood out for him.

"Oh my gosh! You're Kai from the Bladebreakers!" A young girl squealed in a school girl fashion. She had been walking her dog when she spotted the celebrity. "Can i PUH-LEEEZZZ have your autograph? PRETTY PLEASEEE?" She begged as she grabbed her padd of paper and a pen out like she was prepared for something like this to happen.

Kai was annoyed. 'I don't have time for this right now!' He thought. But as soon as he saw her dog, he had an idea. "On one condition." He charmed her. He felt disgusted for acting that way, but he was out of options at the moment.

"ANYTHING." She replied dreamily.

'Oh dear lord.' He rolled his eyes as he thought to himself. "Can I borrow your dog for the rest of the night? I promise I'll return him to you the next morning as soon as I can. He is just so adorable."

"OH MY GODDD! KAI WANTS TO BORROW MY DOG. OH MY GOD! OH MY GOD! YES YES YES!" She replied in great joy. She replied like someone had just proposed to her.

Kai quickly gave her the autograph she wanted, and she ran off like a she had just won a million dollars.

'Dear lord... Okay back to business.' Kai lowered that hand that held her earring and brought it to the animal's nose. "Put that nose of yours to work, buddy." The dog sniffed it for a couple seconds. When he picked up the scent, his nose become glue to the ground following what was left of the scent. HE slowly lead Kai to a place where very little people went. It was very deserted area of the city. It seemed like forever that they were walking. The dog even circle area the same spot twice. Kai was beginning to doubt that canine's abilities. Just as Kai was beginning to falter, the dog barked at an old warehouse they stood in front of. "Well, if I was going to kidnap someone I guess here would be on the list of where to keep them. Here goes nothing." Kai enters.

Quite some time have passed by before Serenity finally awoke. She twitched a couple times before she was fully awake. She could still feel the sting from the last slap she recieved. 'Oh gods.. If I ever make it through this, I swear on my life they will regret to have EVER crossed paths with Serenity Faith. I swear it.' She spewed bitterly. She squirmed to try and break free from the pole she was tied to again, but it was tied too tight. Her body was buised, bleeding and battered. Every inch she moved sent a surge of sharp pain throughout her body, but she was fighter. 'No pain, no gain.'She kept telling herself. After 5 minutes, the pain was too much to bare. She decided to stop for the time being. Instead, she just sat there and cried. Death seemed like the only choice for her right now. She lost faith in everything. The thought of her team mates coming to her rescue never even crossed her mind. And then Kai came to her mind. It was evident to her that she harboured feelings for the guy. "I guess I won't even have a chance to reveal them to him. Even if I did, he would never return my feelings anyway.." She whispered quietly. Her mind wandered for a second. She thought about all of the memories she shared with Kai. How he saved her life, and all the times they trained toghether. She began crying as all the memories came flooding back to her.

"Awhhh.. Why is my baby crying like that?" Steven stepped out alone. "Want me to kiss it all better babe?"

"Why don't you just fucking kill me right now, Steven. You initially intended to murder me, have you not?" Serenity said trying to sound strong,halting her sobs.

"You are right, Serenity. I was planning to kill you, and I still will. Don't worry your pretty little head about it. I assure you I WILL be the last person you see before you die." Steven assured.

"Then DO IT!. What the hell are you waiting for!" Serenity responded angrily.

"Well you see, I just wanted to mess with you a little more." He bent down and touched her bloody bruised cheek. "You know, you always struck me as being very strong-willed, and beautiful might I add, so why are you crying over a little pain." Steven asked.

"I don't have to answer to you, Steven." Serenity growled. "Why don't you go find some over girl to fuck around with okay? I mean after all, you were the someone who cheated on me and then dumped me!"

"Yeah so I did. That's how life is. Life doesn't get that good now does it? I think I've dedicated my life to making yours a living hell. Afterall, after we separated, I found out you joined the bladebreakers! What the hell was that! I HATE THAT TEAM!" Steven yelled.

"Well you know what? That's too bad for you! I don't have to answer to you. I am not connected to you in anyway, and I can sure as hell do anything I want, so you want just kiss my ass." Serenity shouted back.

Steven simply slapped her in the face in return. She winced at the excruciating pain. "You know what? I think I've had enough of your back talking. You die now, bitch!" Steven stood up and pulled out his beyblade. "You will under the wrath of Dranzer, Black Dranzer."

Serenity's eyes widened. "B-Black... Dranzer?"

"Yes that is right my dear. Before you die, I'll let you in on a little secret.. Black Dranzer here is almost identical to your friend, Kai's. In fact, it is his former beyblade before he went back to his pathetic Dranzer. You see, with the help of Biovolt, I changed Black Dranzer to be even more powerful than when Kai left him, and now it is in my hands. I intend to kill you with it." Steven laughed evilly. She then unleasehed the full potential of his bit-beast upon his ex-girlfriend.

Upon Black Dranzer's release, Kai who was hiding behind the cardboards boxes, had overheard everything. He had never felt such rage inside his body. His anger was overpowering him, and it delayed his course of action. Just after the release of Black Dranzer, Kai stepped out and released his own bitbeast in the direction of Steven. But before Dranzer hit Steven, Black Dranzer hit Serenity first.

"AHHHHH!" Serenity screamed in absolute pain as she felt the beyblade penetrate her chest. It was piercing her skin with immense force. It was unbearable.

Followed by Serenity's scream, Steven's followed shortly after. Kai then directed his beyblade towards Black Dranzer. With all its might, Dranzer pushed Black Dranzer away feeling its Masters desire to save the only person he has grown to love.

"SERENITY!" Kai ran towards his fallen angel, who was no longer conscious. He untied her arms from the pole. Steven had passed out from the pain, so he did not have to worry about him any longer. He examined her wounds, and saw the extent to which she was beaten. He wanted to throw up as he imagined all the pain the was inflicted on her. Her clothese were bloody, dirty and torn. No girl with a purer heart should deserve hell such as this. For the first time in a very long time, tears began welling up in his eyes. He embraced her with all he had. "I will not let you died." She swore to himself as a single tear descended upon her cheek. She flinced in pain. "Don't worry, Serenity. I will not let anyone hurt you anymore. I swear it." He quickly got up, and ran towards the exit as fast as possible.

He was a soloman running outside carrying a petite figure of his one and only love. He barely registered all the staring he recieved. His main concern was the person he was carrying. He didn't care that was tired and out of breath. He wanted to save her life at all costs.

"QUICK! Somebody get me a taxi! Get me a taxi something! Fast or She's going to die! HURRYY!" Kai demanded.

"Here, I'll drive you to the nearest hospital! Hop in!" A stranger offered.

Without hesitation, Kai jumped in still embracing Serenity tightly. The whoel time, Kai kept shouting for the driver to drive faster. As soon as they reached a hospital, Kai jumped out and ran inside. Inside, Serenity was immediately sent to the paramedics to be treated. Kai just stood and waited there. He called for his team members to come. As soon as they arrived, the five kids sat in the waiting room patiently. The Black Panthers and Steven were immediately arrested, and there was a warrant for Boris and Voltaire.

"I'll never forgive myself if she dies." Kai said softly. Closing his eyes and burying his face in his hands.

"Kai, I know you love her, but it isn't your fault. Who would have known." Ray consoled him.

Kai opened his eyes. 'Love?' Kai thought. 'Is that what it is? Love? I love Serenity? Maybe that's what it is and maybe it isn't. All I know is that I could never bare it if I was to lose her forever. Even if my grandfather told me love is for the weak. I'll be weak just to see her live again, and I swear I'll never allow harm to come near her ever again.'

His thoughts were interrupted by the entrance of the doctor who was tending to Serenity.

"What's the verdict, doctor?" Kenny asked in anticipation.

"She lost a tremendous amount of blood. She needs a blood transfusion as soon as possible. However, She is has a rare blood type. Blood type O. Our blood bank is low. Would any of you boys happen to have the same blood type such a herself? If not, then I'm afraid we will have to put her on a waiting list." The doctor asked.

Kai looked up. He was blood type O. Without thinking, he volunteered himself. "Take as much as you like. I'd do anything."

Everyone else was somewhat shocked by his statement. They were in awe as they watched Kai all too eagerly follow the doctor outside to donate blood to Serenity.

"Did I just hear right or are my ears messed up?" Tyson asked.

"You heard right, Tyson. I don't think any of you are aware of it, but Kai really loves that girl- more than words can say." Ray said.

"I definitely did not see that coming." Max said. "who would have thought Kai of all people."

"Life is a mystery they say." Dizzy responded. "But don't make fun of Kai about it or you know what's coming."

"You don't have to let me twice." Tyson said.

Shortly after, Kai returned with a bandaid on his left arm. No one said anything about what Ray had told them prior. They knew was too concerned about Serenity at the moment and they didn't want to agitate him more while he was in such a state.

After a couple more hours, the doctor returned once again. The blood tranfusions was very successful. She should be fine now. However, at this time, we can only permit one person to visit her. Too many visitors may relapse her recovery. I'll let the decision to be made be you guys."

"I think Kai deserve to visit her first over everyone else. He was the one who saved her life afterall. " Ray said. Everyone else agreed. Kai simply followed the doctor in her room where she lay.

As soon as he entered, he felt his stomach tie into a million knots. It hurt him so much so see her this way. She was hooked to at least 2 machines and there were bandages everywhere. She took a seat next to her bed and for hours, he just sat there staring at her. Sadness overcame her. Finally, her eyes slowly fluttered until they open lethargically but fully. Kai sat up from his chair and moved close to her.

"Kai..." She spoke so quietly it was almost a whisper.

"Shhhh.. Don't speak conserve your energy." Kai replied.

"Were you the one who got me out of there?" She ignored him. Kai nodded.

"I knew it. I felt it even if I was unconscious. I felt your warmth." Serenity smiled weakly.

"So Steven is your ex-boyfriend hey?" Kai changed the subject.

Her demeanor changed. "He is. I loved him with all my heart. I was willing to do anything for him, but he took me for granted. He didn't take our relationship as seriously as I did." Her eyes filled with tears. "In the end, he left me, but who would have thought he would also try to kill me as well.."

"You know there are actually people in this world who care about you." Kai said. Serenity looked at him. "If you want me to, I can be that person. I may not be the perfect candidate but I WILL honour, cherish and protect with all that I have.." He had never admitted his feelings before, but at that time, he could see all the sadness in her eyes. He wantedto ease it.

"You know Kai.. For awhile now, I've feeling struggling.. struggling with my feelings for you. I swore to myself a long time ago that I would never love another for the rest of my life. And out of all the people I've met, you changed me in ways no one else could. When I first met you, you were an emotionless soldier. Despite that fact that everyone said you were ruthless, I could see things no one else saw. You are kind and sincere deep down. You're grandfather just buried it. I want to be the person who can bring out the best in you too."

Kai smiled. He lifted up her air masked to lean in and gently kiss her on the lips. A tear rolled down her face. She was happy kai felt that same way.

"Awhh.." Tyson watched as they peaked from the window overlooking the room. "That is so cute guys!"

"We should leave them before we ruin the whole moment!" Ray said as he pushed them all out. Before he too made his exit, he turned back to see then still kissing. 'I'm glad you've found someone who will compliment your talents, Kai. I can tell you truly care for her with all your heart. She changed you in ways no one else could.' Ray smiled and clsoed the door behind him.

THE END!

So this is the end. It has been a very long time since I've updated this story so I decided to finsih it because I've kept many people waiting. I had originally wanted this to end in a different way, however, due to all the things i have going on in my life, i had to change it, so i made the end quick. I hope you guys still liked the ending nonetheless. I've learnt a lot this past year, and I've grown. I hope it is relfected in this final chapter i wrote today. I hope you enojyed it as much as i did writing it.