Hey i'm back! Sorry for the long wait, but my mind was hitting a huge writer's block. My original plan for this story was to be the length of 50 chapters. But now it seems that it will only be a total of 29 or 30 chapters. While trying to finish this story up and having the sequel in progress of the opening chapter, I hope that I will finish strong with little difficulty. Thank you once again for reading, and I hope you like it.
Skylight Angel - No problem! I tried to make the last chapter long but I had no ideas to add so I just submitted to what I had at the time. Hopefully this won't be a repeat.
Karisan-Karisan - Glad that you enjoy the climax to the story!
AngelusTheAngelicDemon - Hey, thanks for liking that little scene with Kyo and Kaori and i'm really happy that you enjoy reading my story. I hope you'll be there when the sequel arrives.
Asuka-Kazama-Mishima - The story about the OC's is about a tournament where all the authors who made OC's participate in. The story is in the stage of discussion as of now but hopefully when all of us have free time, we will start development. As of now the authors that are participating are MooNTeARZ, Karisan-Karisan, Skylight Angel (aka Lil' Tommygirl), DevilBillyKazama, and myself - Shadowsin.
MooNTeARZ - Hey Moontearz! I've read the latest chapter of your story and like I always say.. awesome. I'm really glad that you're writing another story based on Tekken, either prequel or sequel, I don't care, both of them will rock anyway. Good luck!
Enjoy!
The area was a mountain region, the area seemed to be charred or worse. Instead of the soft brown color the mountains used to have, they have now been drained, having a sick dark grey color. Tornados were seen everywhere, spinning, destroying everything in its path.
A figure stood there, his skin red and yellow, spikes protruding from his arms and back. His eyes stared hatefully at the figure a distance away.
"You dare challenge me girl?" he mocked, lightning cracking at his finger tips
The girl responded by having her wings appear, snow white with raven black tips
"You will not harm me, nor my friends. Your life ends today." she said, no emotion in her voice whatsoever
"Hmph! Only an ignorant child would say such things.. you do not even have the highest idea of the power that you're about to face."
"I do not need power when God is on my side.. prepare yourself!" she shouted charging at him
Tekken 5 Tournament Of Fate - Chapter 25: My Heart
Today was Day 1 of the hardest matches yet to come. Kyo felt horrible, as did all the others. They were so excited about participating in the tournament that they forgot about the battles in the finals. Now, they were here, and realization dawned on them that they would have to fight each other. They walked as they walked any normal day, they chatted and joked like nothing was wrong. They knew that they had to face each other at some point, and they all made a pact that whatever comes out of it, they will all still have each other's friendship. With that settled, the gave each other hugs, high fives, and goodlucks as they opened the stadium door.
"Here they are ladies and gentleman, the finalists of the King of The Iron Fist Tournament, Ling Xiaoyu! Jin Kazama! Kyosuke Kazama! Kaori Mitsaki! Hwoarang! Christie Montiero! Billy Kazama! Asuka Kazama! And Steve Fox!" the announcer yelled into his mic. The crowd went wild, it felt as it was the opening ceremonies months ago. The finalists stood against the wall waiting for their name to be called.
"First match of the Finals..Kyo Kazama and Ling Xiaoyu."
"Okay... this is it Ling.. ready?" Kyo said giving her the thumbs up
"Uh huh! Let's do our best!" she smiled as they both ran to the ring
Kyo entered after Xiaoyu as the both had a five minute stretch period
"Hey Kyo.." Xiaoyu asked
"Yeah.. what's up Ling." he asked stretching his legs
"Don't go easy on me.."
"Wh-what?" he asked dumbfounded
"Don't go easy on me.. I want to give it my all, and I want you to give it yours too." she said, stretching her arms
"Alright Ling.. I'll give you the fight you want." he replied fixing his gloves
"Thank you.." she replied getting into stance
"Round 1.. Get Ready.. Fight!
The two friends charged at each other, Xiaoyu pulled a low sweep as Kyo easily dodged by jumping over her. As she turned around Kyo's fist met with her gut, knocking the wind out of her. Getting a deep breath, she stuck Kyo with her Fortune Cookie technique and went for a high kick. He grabbed her foot with his right hand, and swept her other foot, causing her to fall. She quickly rose to her feet as she narrowly missed Kyo's front flip kick, by cartwheeling to the side. Unaware by her amazing speed, she unleashed a 5 hit combo on his chest causing him to fall down. He hopped back up and threw a light punch. She blocked it easily, and moved to the side.
'Let's try this again..' Kyo thought
He threw another light punch at Xiaoyu who ducked, allowing him to crouch and stick her with his jumping uppercut. His fist connected to her chin as she flew back and hit the floor hard.
"Winner of Round 1.. Kyosuke Kazama."
'Phew.. that was close. I need to be aware of her speed because that could surely cut me down in the long run. In the next round I need to be on the defensive, let her come to me and then i'll use one of my power moves..' Kyo thought to himself, coming up with a smart strategy
'Damn.. he's just as tough as Jin-Jin. I don't think i'll be able to pull a win here. He's just.. too good. Oh well.. i'll give it my best.' Xiaoyu thought trying to rise to her feet
She returned to her fighting stance but her breathing was ragged
"Round 2.. Ready.. Fight!"
Xiaoyu ran towards him as she executed a flying kick. He dodged to the side, kicked her in the ribs knocking her to the side. She rolled towards him, trying to execute another combo but Kyo already had something in store for her. His right leg was cackling with energy, black lightning swirling around it. As Xiaoyu rolled forward, he executed his attack.
"Redemption!" he yelled as he performed as powerful sidestep kick that stuck Xiaoyu in the stomach
"Ugh!" Xiaoyu cried as she rolled to the other half of the stadium
"Winner of Match..Kyosuke Kazama!"
The crowd went wild as Kyosuke looked at them around the whole stadium. He waved to the crowd as the actiononly multiplied the noise. He slightly smiled as he turned his view around to Xiaoyu who was rising from the ground. Guilt quickly came over him as he walked over to her.
"I'm so sorry Ling.." he apologized
"No.. it's okay. If this was supposed to happen, then it only means that I need to train harder." she replied giving a warm smile
"Thank you.. to be honest.. you were about to win that round since the I was injured from your previous attacks." he admitted, causing her to laugh
"You have a good heart Kyo.. I'll be cherring for you in the final battle." she said
"Wait, you think i'll be in the final?"
"Yeah, don't be surprised Kyo, you're strong and besides.. I know these things." she replied tapping her head
"Hah.. I hope you're right." he said walking off the stage, Xiaoyu behind him
They both made their way to the others who were patiently waiting for the duo
"Hey, both of you guys did great!" Asuka shouted
"Yeah.. but i'm not really there yet." sighed Xiaoyu
"Don't worry Xiao, I bet at the next tournament you'll be tough to beat." Jin said, trying to comfort her
"Thanks Jin.." she replied hugging him
"Can Asuka Kazama and Billy Kazama please make their way to the arena." the voice blared through the speakers
"See you later!" Asuka squeled before taking off, followed after Billy after he kissed Christie on the forehead
They both arrived in the arena and started their five minute stretch. Billy seemed concentrated but Asuka seemed excited.
"What's up with you?" Billy chuckled
"What's up with me? We're in the finals! I'm so excited!" Asuka shouted
"Man, you're weird.." he mused
"Come on Billy, you should be happy too! We've made it through all the matches thrown at us! That's something to be proud of." she argued
The words sunk into Billy's mind, causing him to give a rare smile
"You're right.. this is awesome! Now this is it, let's give it our all!" he shouted smiling
"Yeah!" she agreed getting into her stance
"Round 1.. Ready.. Fight!"
"Come on!" Billy yelled waiting for Asuka to charge
She complied by running full speed towards him, when the gap between them was close to closing, she executed a cartwheel kick to his shoulder. The blow was pretty painful but he made his mind attend to more important matters. He crouched low and threw his leg in for a sweep that collided with Asuka's ankles. Her left shoulder met the pavement that caused her to yelp out in pain. Quickly she rolled to a recovery and executed an uppercut that was unsuccessful. The move caused a visable vulnerable spot which Billy took into consideration, unleashing a quick six hit combo ending it with a right hook. The devestating punch met her chin causing her to spin in mid-air ending with her back meeting the pavement. She rose again, still shaky from the combo that was given to her. She ran at Billy and feinted a backhand towards him. He took the bait causing him to be off guard, she dove into him with her knee out sticking him hard in the ribs. Saliva spurted out of Billy's mouth as he met the pavement. He spung back on his feet and threw a power punch that collided in Asuka should that was already hurt from the fall on the pavement. A sick pop was heard as she fell on her shoulder once again.
"Winner of Round 1.. Billy Kazama"
"Ahhh! Dammit!" She cursed, her left arm limp
"Oh man, Asuka.. are you okay." Billy asked concerned
"Y-yeah.. but my shoulder popped out of its socket." she complained
"Here.. let me-"
"No! Don't touch it.. I have an idea.." she suggested falling back on her shoulder again
The sick pop was heard once again with a scream of pain
"Asuka!"
"No.. i'm fine now.." she assured, moving her left arm to show proof
"Alright.. are you still able to fight?" he asked
"Yeah.. let's go." she replied getting back into her stance
"Round 2.. Ready.. Fight!"
They both ran at each other, their fists charging with energy as they made contact with each other. Asuka gave an elbow to Billy's stomach but retaliated with a roundhouse to the ribs. His choice would have been her shoulder, but he didn't want to damage it even further, sure this was a fight to see who would advance, but this was his half sister and there are length someone could go to. When his foot smacked her ribs, she latched on to it and tossed him over her shoulder. His face met the pavement but he rolled to a speedy recovery. Billy slid to Asuka's direction and pulled off a strong four hit combo, sending her back a bit. Her breathing was ragged and she knew that she wouldn't come out this round a victor, but still.. her pride was on the line and she'd be damned if she left him with a few minor bruises. Letting out a battlecry, she sprinted at Billy with a newfound adrenaline, ripping an eight hit combo sending him in the air. He rose but Asuka wasn't that lucky, the combo had wasted the rest of her energy as she passed out, falling on the pavement.
"Man.. that hurt.." Billy mused, holding his stomach
He looked over at Asuka to see her on the ground
"Asuka!" he yelled, running to her
He propped her up against his knee to see what happened to her. Slowly her eyes opened to stare at his.
"Hey sis.. you okay?"
"Yeah.. but I loss the match."
"Yeah but that last round was tough as hell. You really gave me a run for my money."
"Really.." she asked hopefully
"Really.." he answered hugging her, in which she returned
Tears freely slid down her face as she closed her eyes
"Thank you.. Billy."
"For what?"
"Everything.."
"Heh.. no problem sis.." he rose from the ground and slung on of Asuka's arms around his shoulder as he helped her walk back to the others
"Are you ok?" Jin asked when Asuka laid against the wall
"Yeah.. i'm just out of breath."
"Well that's good to hear.." Kyo commented, giving Asuka a noogie
"Can Jin Kazama and Kaori Mitsaki please arrive at the arena?"
The words stabbed in Kyosuke's heart. Jin.. his brother, probably the most powerful out of all of them was going against Kaori..his girlfriend. He already knew that this wasn't going to end well..
He turned his direction to Kaori, who was already starring back at him
"Be careful, okay?" he asked
"Yeah.. but I know i'm gonna lose."
"Don't say that.. just do your best and the results will follow.."
"Okay.. wish me luck." she said walking off, Jin right behind her
"Hey Jin.." Kyosuke called, Jin responding by walking over to him
"What is it?"
"Be gentle on her.."
"Sorry Kyo.. I can't."
"Whaa?"
"Well you didn't really give comfort to Xiaoyu, Kyo. So i'll go fight just like you did, not easy and not hard."
"Jin.."
"Later.." Jin replied walking off
Kyo was shocked at Jin's reaction, of course he didn't blame Jin's reaction though. To be honest, he did go a little overboard with Xiaoyu, but now he has to watch in pain as Kaori gets beaten.
"Kaori.."
Jin and Kaori went into their places and did their five minute stretch
"Are you ready Kaori.."
"Yes.. good luck Jin."
"Just know that i'm not going to go easy on you.."
"I know.."
"But this will be a interesting test."
"Test?"
"Yeah.. seeing if you're fit to be a Kazama."
"W-whaa a Kazama? You mean marrige?.. Hey! What do you mean being fit!" she yelled, one being out of embarassment, the other out of anger
"Haha.. just joking.. don't get all crazy on me." he laughed
That didn't help, at that moment, Kaori's eyes glazed over, soft brown turning into electric blue
"Round 1.. Ready.. Fight!"
Kaori was face to face with Jin in a second, her speed at the moment, amazing
"What!" Jin said shocked, that was the only he was able to say though as Kaori socked him in the face, causing him to fly back
"Hoho holy-" Hworang started
"shit!" Kyo finished
He was amazed by what was happening, since when did Kaori get so.. powerful. His thoughts led him to the day in the gym..
"Oh no.." he said out loud
"What?" everyone asked
"Well Kaori is on a little phase right now, it looks like she's using her powers."
"Why's that.."
" I don't know, either she's afraid or someone must've pissed her off."
"Oh no.." Xiaoyu smacked her forehead
"What?" everyone asked again
"Well.. Jin can say some pretty stupid things before a match begins."
"Oy.." everyone cringed
"AAhhhhh!" Asuka screamed, sprinting towards Jin
'What the hell is up with her!' he thought
He side stepped Asuka's kick and punched her in the face, still stunned and leaving a vulnerable spot, Jin unleased a six hit combo and finished with an Avenger that knocked Kaori out
"Winner of Round 1.. Jin Kazama!"
"Phew!" Jin breathed falling on his rear
Kaori rose from the ground, holding her head
"Ahh man! What happened? Nani?" she asked as she saw Jin sitting on his rear
"What happened Jin?"
"What? You don't remember?"
"Remember what, the only thing a remembered before I blacked out was that you and stupid little comment." she replied glaring at him
"Well during your "black out" you socked me right in the jaw." he complained as he held his face
"Really!"
"Yeah.."
"Ha! Serves you right!" she laughed sticking her tongue out
"Funny, how an immature kid like you could have my brother snared around your finger.. it amazes me to no end." he mumbled
"What was that!" she yelled
"Nothing.. nothing at all."
"Round 2.. Ready.. Fight!"
The second round didn't last as long as the first one did. There were fighting on average but Kaori made a costly mistake by trying to execute the fortune cookie technique. Jin blocked it, leaving Kaori wide open for an attack. He executed strong five hit combo that ended with a stun punch that knocked Kaori out.
"Winner of Match.. Jin Kazama!"
Jin gave a slight wave to the cherring crowd before picking up the still unconsious Kaori, and carrying her off stage
Jin arrived to the others and laid Kaori gently on the ground
"Was that really necessary Jin.." Kyo asked, looking at Kaori
"What, I treated her fairly." Jin scoffed
"What! Treated!" Kyo shot up glaring at Jin
"Don't start with me Kyosuke..that wouldn't be wise." Jin warned glaring at his brother
"You know what Jin, you're starting to piss me off.. Bad move.." Kyo warned, his eyes flashing grey
"Do you seriously want to fight me right now Kyo.. don't push it." Jin warned grabbing Kyo's shirt
"Why you!" Kyo roared, his eyes flashing to a new neon orange color
'What!' Jin thought, noticing his eye color change
"Kyo..please.." a weak voice said
"Huh,.. Kaori!" he bent down to her to listen
"Please.. don't fight.." she pleaded
"...fine.." he submitted, getting a smile from Kaori
"Are you okay.." he asked
"Yeah.. just a little tired and bruised.." she admitted
"Well just rest for now.." he asked, kissing her forehead
He rose from the ground, looking at Jin
"If you ever.. talk to me like that again.. we're going to have problems." Kyo said menacingly
Jin's mouth was agape because Kyo's appearance appeared like an evil devil form for a split second, his neon orange eyes staring at him, like he could see through his very soul
Kyo walked away.. his little stunt seemed to have scared his friends and more importantly..
Himself..
That's it for Chapter 25! Read and Review!