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Chapter 8: Operation U.M.T
Operation U.M.T standing for 'Un-Masked Tigers', as Tyson so cleverly thought of, had been organised. Rei had invited his former team round for supper at the dojo, as he always did when the White Tigers were in Japan.
Cassie was to arrive after the guests; the plan was that the Bladebreakers would look for any hint of recognition in the White Tigers' eyes, as Cassie walked in. Some of the Bladebreakers had chosen to observe a particular member of the opposite team. Kai had picked Lee, Rei-Mariah, Max-Kevin and Tyson-Gary. Hilary and Kenny were to observe the general atmosphere.
The gang waited patiently in the main area of the dojo, all full of anxiety - even Max and Tyson were less hyper than usual. In fact, everyone seemed to be in a daydream of their own, thinking deeply in the silence. A knock at the door snapped them back to reality. Rei went to open the door, he was still against the idea that his friends were the ones who attacked Cassie and Kai, but he had to admit it did sound like the White Tigers.
"Rei!" screamed a magenta haired girl as she hugged him tightly. "Its sooooooo good to see you !"
"Its good to see you too Mariah," replied the boy, slightly embarressed. "Hey Guys."
"Hey. Thanks for inviting us here Rei, it'll be great to catch up again. Afterall we haven't seen you for several months."
Rei nodded happily and led his friends to the main room where the Bladebreakers sat. The two teams greeted each other like old friends should. It was only Kai who didn't welcome the new team; however this was not unusual as he rarely acknowledged anyone outside of the Bladebreakers. Coversation flowed naturally between the two teams, and everything seemed to be in order.
When there was a knock at the main door again, Hilary made her excuses as she went to answer it.
"Oh silly me, I forgot to say earlier... I've invited my friend over - she's new to town - that's ok isn't it guys?"
"Sure thing Hil," replied Tyson acting totally suprised at the new visitor. "The more the merrier!"
However Kai noticed Kevin and Gary exchange nervous looks at each other, and when Mariah glanced at Lee, the White Tiger captain shook his head quickly in a dismissive manner. Hilary soon returned helping the still limping Cassie. Immeadiately, the White Tigers went noticably tense. Lee folded his arms slowly and closed his eyes.
"Guys this is my friend..."
"We know who she is," snapped Lee as his eyes shot open to stare at the injured girl, shocking everyone including his own team.
"Y-You do?" stuttered a suprised Hilary
"So you did attack Cassie," said Rei sadly
"Didn't you recognise out trademark attack on her arm?"
"Well yes, but... I thought.... but its against the code?!"
"Yes it was... But we had our reasons."
"And what exactly were those reasons?" demanded Kai
"Is it because her bitbeast is feline?" asked Max
"Partly yes, but there's another reason."
Lee looked around at the puzzled faces of the Bladebreakers. Cassie, who was now seated, avoided his gaze and stared at the floor. She became increasingly nervous.
"This girl's bitbeast is very powerful," continued Lee. "The bond she shares with it is exceptionally strong; stronger than most, making it all the more dangerous."
"Dangerous? I'm sorry you've lost me already," complained Tyson
Lee rolled his eyes.
"All bladers share some of their energy with their bitbeasts. However Cassie and Patiere share all of their energy, they are completely at one. This is why Cassie has the scar on her arm where my Galeon attacked Patiere. The dangerous part is that her mind and her bitbeast's are linked, not to mention the fact that they share each other's pain."
"But how is that possible? There's no way a blader can be completely joined with a bitbeast!" exclaimed Kenny
"Oh there's a way... But maybe Cassie here, should be the one to explain it... don't you think?"
to be continued.....
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