Eee hee hee! I'm so glad I'm not the only one! It seems everyone hates needles just as much as I do! Yay! I don't feel stupid of being afraid of them no more
TNTiggris: same here, that's why I hate shots.
autumnburn: you have nothing to worry about, I hate Kai/Tyson too.
Angel Spirit: Yes they do belong together and what made you laugh? I didn't think it was funny. But I'm flattered that you think it is! And Tyson is a jerk! Die Tyson!
black-moon-dream: Because then my story would end after chapter one. I know it's sad, bear with me.
Blazing Phoenix L: Stars? I don't remember seeing anything like that...and I hope in season 4 Kai is back to liking Ray! He's such a player LOL
cyndaquil-babe: I agree totally. Kai and Ray rule beyblades couples.
Forfirith-on-a-sugar-high: Hee hee I came pretty close to kicking my dentist when he was going to give me a shot on my gums. Those hurt...a lot.
toboewolf7: Don't fret, more sleep is always better
ChibiNekoSakura: Needles are scary, I hate them.
Hyperness: You're not being silly, I have a terrible fear of needles too. And I'm not even close to being a fan of Mariah
Doangel: Yuppers, That really happened in G-rev.
Shimizu A. Silver S: Now I really hate Tyson. Why can't Kai ever think of Ray like that! But the animations are really different in season 1 and 2...how can Kai have flash backs?? o-
Yume no Anime: That sorta calms me...and Tala does look eviler...but Bryan just has big feet.
kero-chan39: You're not a whimp, I used to cry for needles also. ;;
Reis1gurl: I am pround of myself and I like that you like this story but......I'm sorry if you hate me for this but...I don't like Mariah, only because she just in the way of the whole Kai/Ray thing. Sorry, and in G-rev, she's kinda a huge flirt...doesn't take much interest in Ray and Ray doesn't take much interest in her. It's basically a whole load of Mariah/Lee. Sorry to break it to you, really am. :( and you're close with the whole America thing, actually I'm just up north in Canada. Toronto is lovely............please don't hate me or my story, I don't like it when people hate mesobs
I was ashamed at my behavior back at the doctor's office, so ashamed that I didn't dare look at Kai as we drove in silence. I was painfully aware of the brief glances Kai would send my way once in while.
He probably thinks I'm such a wimp, scared of little old needles. Then again, did he not hold me when I jumped into his lap? I sighed, what else was he to do? He couldn't just leave me there, he's not that heartless...or was it just an act he put on in front of the doctor, so he wouldn't be lectured on manors? Or did he just feel sorry for me? Or did he...unanswerable questions frequently popped in my head, it was giving me a headache.
"Have you eaten?"
Kai's voice snapped me out of my own little world and I turned to look at him. Kai was focused on the road but I could tell he was waiting for my response.
"I had no time..." I responded softly, I winced as my arm started to sting...another reason to add to my growing list on 'why I hate needles.'
"Don't move your arm." Kai ordered, not once averting his gaze from the clear road ahead of us.
I nodded slowly as another wave of numb pain cascaded through my left arm.
"Is a coffee shop ok?" Kai asked, pulling up into the empty parking lot that belonged to a posh little café just ahead of us.
"It's fine." I smiled in thanks and hoped out of the car when Kai held the door open for me.
In truth I liked the way Kai would take care of me when I'm sick or hurt. Although most of the time I complained that I was more than capable of fending for myself, it felt good to have someone take care of me once in a while. Even if Kai acted like he couldn't care less.
I was glad of the air conditioning in this place, since it was humid outside, it made me want to scratch my wounds even more. There was a quaint little couple seated at the far end of the café and a small family at the other, other than that, the café was empty.
Kai selected a spot where we could sit in peace, he walked with a definite certainly, which made me wonder. Did he come here a lot? It sure seemed like a place that Kai would go to. The crowd was kept to a minimum, the volume was a whisper and the people for once, minded their own business.
Ordering vanilla flavored coffee and soft cheese buns, we sat down to eat.
"You didn't have to do this you know." I started, I was so caught up with Kai being so close to me I'd forgotten to thank him.
"Do what?" Kai asked, picking at a piece of the bun and popping it into his mouth.
I sighed and rubbed my forehead, "You know...taking me to the doctor and all, you could have been practicing for your next match...I'm sorry if I'm in your way or something."
I looked down at my steaming cup of coffee, I didn't want to look at Kai. I realized that I was nothing more than a burden in his eyes. He was probably feeling guilty for what he did...heh, Kai, feeling guilty, let alone anything is one in a million.
"If you were in my way, I would have canceled the appointment and let you walk there yourself." Kai's blunt answer was harsh yet reassuring. I wasn't in his way, that's all I needed to know for now.
"Still..." I paused for a moment, thinking about what I was going to say, "I want you to know how much I appreciate this, what you're doing for me."
"I'm not doing anything Ray." Kai words stung, "I feel obliged to do this for you, nothing more."
"Oh..." I lowered my head in so Kai wouldn't notice how miserable I looked. The tiny ray of hope that Kai could possibly like me was shut of. I mentally kicked myself, this was Kai I was dealing with. What else did I expect from him?
The sudden warmth upon my shaking hands brought me looking back into those magnificent mahogany deeps. I peered down and noticed Kai's hands were gently placed upon my own, reducing the shaking.
"Ray...I didn't mean it, not in that way." Kai's eyes were boring into my own, expelling a light tinge of pink upon my flushed face, "I would never forgive myself if I hurt you."
'But you did hurt me!' was what I wanted to scream, 'my hearts aches with a pain only you can repair.' But I didn't, I kept silent, waiting for Kai to continue.
"I-finish up quickly, Tyson and Max's match is coming up soon; I need to watch his battle style, to ensure my victory in the finals."
Pulling his hands away from mine, Kai sat back in his seat, drowning the rest of his coffee. It all happened so fast, one minute Kai was being all soft...and the next minute he was back to his usual self, makes me wonder if it all really happened...if this isn't just some silly dream of mine.
Finishing my breakfast I walked out the café door with Kai and into his car. We drove to the beyblade stadium in silence, nothing new about that.
Parking his car in the reserved lot for the I know I spelt it wrong!Blitzkrieg Boys we made our way to our designated rooms.
"Later Kai." I called walking down the hallway.
Kai looked up and gave me half a smile, "See you around."
KAI'S POV
I was still dumbfounded by my earlier actions back at the petite café, what made me do it, I had no idea. The one thing for sure is that I was drawn to Ray in a way I couldn't quite explain. Seeing him upset shatters me, I can't bear it to see him cry, I want to hold him till the end of day, never letting go.
I shook my head and smirked, it's amazing to see how much I've changed since my grandfather passed away and Boris locked up in jail. I'm free from their rule and it's never felt better. To heal the wounds of my past will be a long struggle, but I'll make it through in the end, I always have and I always will.
The door of my room cracked open and in walked Tala with Bryan. I chose to ignore them, I didn't feel like talking now so I busied myself with opening my locker, Apparently, they did.
"Kai, I want some answers." Tala demanded, crossing his arms over his chest.
I glared at him and he sighed.
"I thought we could trust each other Kai, we grew up together, we're the best of friends, you can tell me." Tala persuaded, practically pleading with me.
"Tell you about what?" I growled when my locker wouldn't open.
"Well for starters, how you pulled of that win so easily with the kitty."
"He has a name so I suggest you use it." I snapped angrily.
"Ohh, looks like we've touched a soft part, don't tell me...nah." Tala shook his head, smiling like a mad man.
I just glared at Tala, giving up on pulling open my impossible locker, I kicked it hard sending it flying of the hinges and almost knocking Tala in the head.
"Well that's one way of solving your problems." Tala snorted and picked up the light locker door, "Now answer our question, how'd you manage to pull of a win so easily?"
I smirked and made my way to the door after gathering what I needed from my locker, Ever think, that I'm just good."
The door closed behind me with a slight click, chuckling to myself I made my way into the stands, twirling a familiar white beyblade in my palm...Drigger. No I didn't steal it. Ray dropped it in my car and I'm just going to return it, gives me an excuse to see Ray again.
"Let's give a warm welcome to our two teams today, The PPB allstars and the BBA revolution!" Jazzman's booming voice echoed through the well lit stadium soon followed by a roaring applause.
I smirked at one of the posters held up by a screaming fan girl, it read, Tyson you're so hot! marry me! I grunted, yeah right.
There were actually a lot of posters that caught my attention, I had to stop myself from walking up to the people and yelling, 'Open your eyes!'
Max your eyes are as deep as the ocean, I can swim in it forever and never drown.
Rick, you're so big and strong, open this pickle jar for me?
Tyson sign my undies!
Hero I'll love you till the cows come home! And the cows ain't never gonna come home! The disturbing thing was that this person was at least 65 years of age.
Spotting Ray somewhere towards the middle of the stands I made my way over to him and sat directly beside him, it seems his White tiger X team didn't accompany him this time, for that I was glad.
RAY'S POV
I felt someone take a seat beside me, I didn't mind, but did they have to stare like that? I shifted uncomfortably, hopefully the chump beside me got the message and moved on ot of here. Nope, still there. But this time I didn't have the feeling I was being watched, if it wasn't for this persons lengthy legs I wouldn't have even noticed they were still there.
I risked a short glance at whoever it was and almost choked on my words when I realized it was Kai.
"K-Kai?" I stuttered taking a gulp of air.
Kai turned his head to the side to signal that I should carry on.
"What are you doing here?" I asked polity so that I wouldn't offend my steely ex-captain.
"Watching the upcoming match. What else?" Was his short and sweet answer.
I blushed slightly, "That's not what I meant."
"Then what did you mean?" Kai turned his head as the commentators began to announce the arrival of the two opposing teams.
"I just thought that you would sit with your team that's all." The words brought me crashing back into reality.
We were no longer the team we used to be, we were split. Gone in our own directions. I thought I'd love to be back with the people I could so easily call family. But my thoughts kept drifting back to the Bladebreakers...and Kai. My friendship with Tyson and the rest was practically ruined and the excuses I had to being closer to Kai was no longer fitting.
"Hn." Kai grunted, "I came to give you this."
Extending his hand and placing my white beyblader on my lap Kai turned to leave.
"Wait, Kai." I desperately called out, "You can sit here you know, Lee and the others are out for the day."
Kai stopped, obviously thinking about it. Did I sound too desperate? I didn't think so. Shrugging Kai plopped down beside me to watch the rest of the match between Daichi and Rick.
Kai was very quiet, taking in information of Diachi's moves, by the smirk on Kai's face I could tell he had Diachi all figured out.
The fierce match between Diachi and Rick ended with Diachi the victor and also leaving him unconscious. Next Tyson was up against Max, this wouldn't be easy for either of them, considering the close past they share.
Kai's eyes widen slightly, taking more of an interest in Tyson's battle techniques. Tyson was Kai's ultimate opponent, if he got past Tyson, he'd take the title of world champion. Whether or not he won, I'd still be proud. I just wish after this tournament the Bladebreakers can reunite, and stay that way too.
The battle between Tyson and Max was indeed an interesting one. Neither one wanted to give up, let alone give the other a chance to attack. For what seemed like the final attack, Max called out his special, 'gravity control.' That defiantly had Dragoon in a tight spot. Tyson's quick thinking brought him back in control, with a shout of hope Tyson called on Dragoon's own special attack, 'Galaxy storm.' Which ended in a raging typhoon made up of water, which crashed down on Draciel and Max, knocking then both out.
"So he won, lets hope he'll win in his next battle with F dynasty, huh?" I mumbled to myself, silently applauding my long time friend.
"Whatever, either way I'll win." Kai scoffed, crossing his legs.
I smiled brightly, "I know you will."
Kai turned to me, slightly shocked look in his eyes. But that look disappeared soon, "So you're rooting for me."
That wasn't a question, just a confirming statement. Kai hardly asked questions, he said once it would only make him sound unsure of what was going on around him.
I smiled once again and placed my hand on his shoulder, "You can count on it."
Kai threw me half a smile, never once telling me to move my hand from where it lay comfortably on his perfectly chiseled shoulder blade.
NOTE: I don't know if I said this before but, did you ever notice that when Kai dropped his scarf on the ground, the ground cracked? I think it's some sort of training object...just like Picallos! Tee Hee Hee
Review please? I'll update...faster the more reviews I get. I was happy with the amount of reviews this time so I made an effort to get this thing out this week instead of waiting for the next.
Happy Halloween to all! In a couple of days depending where you are. In two days I'll be stuck at home giving out candy...boring, to bad none of my friends live close by--