Digimon 2

CH.2: Storm of the Digimon Emperor

TK scored 50,000 on the arcade game and finally realized he was supposed to meet Matt. Running out of the arcade he saw a great huge whirling tornado streak by. His heart pounded all the way to the restaurant Matt had named. A waitress saw him and handed him a note:

"TK I had to go run an errand, we'll

do this another time ok."

Sincerely,

your bro

"Ah I knew I should've stopped at level 10," TK said. The storm must be gone now, TK observed. TK was taller to most people who knew him as a child, if they met him now they probably wouldn't see the difference. TK wore a white hat that covered his light blonde hair and an outfit that stretched to his height. As a child he was still new to the Digimon and his feelings were more fragile then the other older kids; each one dealing with their big kid ordeals. Kari was young too, but at her age TK remembered her as mature, less tear works too. TK ran along on 5th and knew he had to get home to Patamon soon. TK would be normal to his schoolmates, but when danger arose in the Digital world-he was a Digi destined.

"What the-?" The storm had stopped in the alley and by the way it swirled it was searching for something…or someone. His D-3 then beeped and the swirling mass of evil turned his way. So that was it, the Digimon Emperor had managed to create a creature to disguise itself as a tornado! But wouldn't people notice this wasn't an ordinary tornado? "I have to warn the others!" His urgent quest took him home and past him mom who was watching the news. Patamon was asleep now.

"TK?" Patamon's ears moved from his bright blue eyes and they sparkled in excitement, "your home…did you bring food?"

"No silly I was at the arcade. Speaking of silly I thought I just saw a swirling mass of destruction on 5th. But on a lighter note why don't we pay the Digital world a visit," TK said. Patamon flapped into the air and circled the room screaming. TK smiled.

"Digi world, Digi world-I love the Digi world!" As Patamon landed TK stared at his friend. Patamon had four legs and had brown golden fur over his body. The only thing that made Patamon who he was, was his big ears. Just recently in the Digital world Patamon could armor Digivolve to Pegasusmon. Gatamon could also armor Digivolve to Nefertimon. Their devices also changed to what Izzy called D-3. As TK stuffed Patamon into his backpack he made sure he knew what time it was. It had stopped?

"Alright, I hope the others are there too," TK said. The day was already approaching evening and the school always closed around 4. "If I know Davis he's probably at home sleeping. He sure does sleep a lot, no wonder he's grumpy when we're in the Digital world."

"Less talk, more walk," Patamon urged. As TK sneaked past his mom he felt guilty. As a young child he never could leave the house without his mom and dad asking where he was going, now a days he had a curfew and was expected back at a certain time. Saying a silent goodbye TK slipped out the door and back to his journey.

Sitting in his room full of computer screens and darkness sat the Digimon Emperor. He had a full head of blue hair and wore big glasses that hid his eyes from his enemies. If they had seen these eyes they'd realize that the Digimon Emperor was none other then star athlete Ken. In the real world Ken was a genius and master at Donkey Madness. He formed a fist with his gloved hand and glowered at the screen, "blast, another tower gone! Wormmon where is my statistical charts!" In came a green worm that had huge eyes and small body. He waited.

"2 towers have been destroyed and another last night. How are you feeling Ken?" The Digimon Emperor stiffened and as he turned his head Wormmon shrunk back. "What did I do wrong?"

"Blast your small brain, no one, but nobody calls me Ken except my parents! If anyone were to know I'm the Digimon Emperor then all would fail. Next time remember that or I'll let Tyrannomon eat you as brunch," Ken said acidly. Fixing his gaze on the screen he saw no more recent attacks, good. Tapping a new key a new screen popped up revealing a dark cloud. No sign of those blasted kids, he thought. Every new tower he built they always managed to find a way around it. Whether it was Tyrannomon, Frigimon, or Seadramon he failed. Now he had a new weapon, the name was Dark Tornadomon. A recent creation that would destroy any target with dark grab. It would sure put to rest that flying horse and cat, the Digimon Emperor thought. "Now scram and get out of here!"

"Yes Ken…I mean master," Wormmon apologized. Picking up a data pad the Digimon Emperor threw it at the retreating worm. Wait, that boy had to be one of those brats, and he's heading straight to the gate, all is well Ken thought deviously. This time there would be no mistake, unless he managed to turn one of those brats against one another. It could happen…but how and why?

"I have it! Those brats each have a Dig device and egg that define their character. They are always together-like they care for one another-like a family," Ken began to pace excitedly, "and if I can get one to join me, there's no telling what I can do." With his plan already in mind Ken laced his fingers together and laughed. But which kid would he separate from the pack? And with those older brats around, who could he distract them long enough for his plan? There is a new pack of Digimon, perhaps they need some exercise. "Wormmon release pen 3 through 5!" All was in motion and his revenge had just begun.

Cody sneezed into his tissue and felt like his nose was as heavy as a dark tower. Upamon bounced up and down on the bed ready to begin a new day. Cody looked at his clock and noticed it was 6:00 p.m. where is grandpa? Just yesterday he was practicing with his grandfather when he felt unable to keep himself up. Now he felt horrible because not only could he not go to school, but he couldn't help the others in the Digital world.

"Cody we have to go! Cody what's a matter?" Cody at up and again felt his head fall onto his pillow. Why now?

"I'm sick Upamon and can't go outside. Can you go…no that would mean exposing yourself to other people," Cody said. Cody was a Digi destined like all the others, but he was about 2 to 3 grades below them. Upamon was a weird shaped Digimon, probably because he was still in-training. Cody felt his head and felt like a Tyrannomon had used its fiery breath on him.

"Ooooh," Upamon said. They needed him and his only excuse was a cold. Suddenly his D-3 started beeping and Cody felt able enough to pick it up, but his heavy head stopped him cold.

"I can't let them down, but if I get the others sick who will be able to go and save the Digimon. Sorry Upamon, I just don't fill up to it today," Cody said just as another cough came.

"It's ok Cody," he said. His door opened and his grandfather came in with prune juice. Upamon ducked under the covers just in time. Since his mother had a meeting out of town she called Cody's grandpa to watch over him. Oh well.

"Hey Cody! Better heal up fast if you don't want to fall behind in your classes. I know just the thing to help you-prune juice. It has your vitamins and things to help unclog that head of yours." Cody hated prune juice, but didn't' like to see his grandpa sad. Accepting the juice he swallowed the first sip, the second made his voice stop. "After the third sip-."

"Grandpa I think I feel dizzy spell coming," Cody said to get his grandpa to realize he needed sleep. His grandpa said his goodnight and closed the door. Time to heal fast before the others start to miss me, Cody thought.

"Where's Davis?" Yolei and TK asked each other as they met each other by the school entrance. It was nearly pitch dark and the urgency of entering the Digi world made them accept this punishable task. Breaking into the school was their only access, if Izzy were here that'd be different. Davis was at home sleeping, Cody had a cold, and Kari was doing her homework. Yolei pulled out a sleek looking tool and popped the lock.

"I hope this isn't my most awful moment in 7th grade," TK said. They snuck down the quiet hallway and leaned against the wall as they heard footsteps. As they faded, Yolei and TK continued along until they made it to the computer lab. Pulling out devices that looked like cell phones, TK and Yolei held them out and a bright white light enveloped them. They flew through the computer and landed in a deserted field.

"There's a control spire," Yolei said. As they advanced towards it the Digimon Emperor appeared. "Oh no, not you again!"

"Tsk, tsk to think you both had learned your lesson by now. Go ahead and try to destroy my spire, it won't matter, I'll have 7 more up after this small loss," he said coldly. Suddenly Hawkmon and Patamon came through flying like pros. "You think this changes anything? Tyrannomon do your worst!" Then through the trees came red dinosaurs.

"Let's go!" TK and Yolei yelled to their Digimon and then, "Digi armor energize!" In a flash of light, Hawkmon armor energized to a red eagle; with a shield over his face. Patamon grew into a huge horse with gold chains and face shield to be called Pegasusmon. The two took to the air and let them have it.

"Tempest wing!" Halsemon spun faster then dove towards the Tyrannomon as it breathed out its fire breath. The wind knocked the air out of it and the dark ring. "Should've had a mint," Halsemon said as he took to the skies.

"They may need a bath to clear their vision," Pegasusmon added. He stood in the air and let loose a star shower that rained points of light stinging the Tyrannomon and rings.

"Seadramon attack!" Suddenly huge creatures with long bodies came diving at Halsemon and Pegasusmon. These were creatures that needed no introduction. One caught Halsemon off guard and the two crashed through the trees. Meanwhile Pegasusmon held the other two off. "Why won't you quit?"

"Because then losers like you would get us out of a pass time," TK yelled. Pegasusmon let loose equus beam, a green light that instantly downs an enemy. The first Seadramon went down, the second rammed Pegasusmon. A bright yellow flash went to TK'S D-3 and Pegasusmon de-Digivolved to his other stage Patamon. "Patamon!" TK caught his friend in time, but his eyes remained on the man with blue hair.

"Caring individual aren't you? If I find a way to finally keep you out of here I will! You can't always be here and those Digimon can't last long against my forces, save your self the humiliation of losing and quit now. I suggest you watch your friends closely, you know when one will turn." The Digimon Emperor laughed and jumped onto the last Seadramon and headed back to base. Yolei came beside TK holding up a beat up Hawkmon. All TK could do was stare at the retreating form of the Digimon Emperor. Would one of his friends turn? Could it be Davis, Kari, Cody, even him and Yolei were in that line. Walking back to the T.V. they warped just then the monitors blew. TK stuffed Patamon into his backpack while Yolei hid Hawkmon in her bag. The footsteps were none other then the principal! Awful moment…yeah I think so.

"Takaishi and Inoue, I knew you two would be the ones to pull such a act of criminal juvenility. Breaking and entering into school campus can wind up a pretty long vacation for the two of you," he said. The burning monitors were another list of wrongdoings they committed, it didn't look good. Not only were their butts in a sling, but the way to the Digital world was now gone.

Davis yawned and stretched his aching bones and had to really take a shower. The water felt good on him and once he was dry he headed downstairs to breakfast. His father sat there drinking his coffee, his mom was eating toast, and his loving sister ate some eggs. That left him cereal and as he poured he glanced at the paper and was shocked to read:

"TK Takaishi and Yolei Inoue

were caught yesterday at 7:00 p.m.

breaking into Odaiba Elementary.

All the computers were blown up

due to unknown reasons. Both kids

are given community service and

will have half days."

"Half days!" That meant they were behind 2 members and the Digital world was closed! Quickly pulling up the box of cereal he was embarrassed to see his bowl overflowing with marshmallows and alphabets. Pouring his milk he sat at the table and shoved his spoon in his mouth with his cereal.

"I never thought for a moment that TK would get blamed for such a thing," his mom said. His sister was also shocked and his father put away his cup and put on his jacket. "See you later honey."

"I'll see you all late tonight," he said. Davis sipped the milk from his bowl and slung his backpack over his back and also headed to the door. "Oh Davis one more thing, I think it'd be best if you stay away from TK. He may be…bad influence."

"Dad relax, TK wouldn't harm a fly. Now you go off to work and don't go on anyone's case cause they forgot paper." His dad laughed and headed for his car. Davis began his walk to school when he passed by Kari's. Kari was the same height as TK with short brown hair and red eyes. She wore a short pink skirt and some kind of suspender gear attached to her shirt. She was a dazzling sight, just hope Tai didn't slip anything, Davis thought frantically. Kari held a newspaper and seemed to be lost in her own carefree place.

"Hey Davis," she said, "sorry, but today I just want to be alone." Davis stopped in his tracks and realized the whole TK matter had gone nova. She seemed so sad and alone, and yet so strong to keep her true feelings in, Davis observed.

"No sweat I'll see you in homeroom," he said chattily. Skipping to a false beat he headed to school and went to the soccer field. Tommy was about to score, but just then Davis intervened with his head. The game was on and it seemed Max and Cecil were the opposite side. Davis received the ball and kicked it between his legs till he to Cecil.

"I'm open!" Seeing Tommy Davis kicked it to him and watched as he had kicked it around James and went for the goal. Bill saw the ball and dove into the mud and missed it by a fingertip. "Nice shot Davis!" Tommy said.

"Hey is soccer a team sport or what?" The bell rang and Davis ran to homeroom. In homeroom he saw TK trying to talk to Kari, didn't look good. His teacher began talking abut a dance and Davis felt light as a feather. It seemed well until…

"The incident at the lab last night has I'm afraid cancelled the dance. The wrong doers have been punished, but evidence points to others who have been working in their after and during school hours. Until they confess, no dance will be held here."

"That's lame!" Davis spoke what everyone had in mind, but their teacher was serious. Due to the Digi destined doing their job and saving everyone's lives, others still suffered. TK himself felt the needling stares of his classmates. Those new computers would cost millions, which was used for sports and dances.

"On another note the soccer tournament against South high has been canceled. Reasons will be posted in the bulletin." Davis couldn't take it, especially since all the heat had been pointed at them. Without the Digital world where would Demiveemon live? Kari looked sad, TK confused, himself angry, and his teacher looked like someone stabbed him in the back. The class was dull and the day lamer. That was when the day turned up and Izzy dropped by. Izzy seemed calm and relaxed.

"It may be a problem now, but wait till I show you this," he pulled out some kind of computer that folded out. "It's a lab top and has a gate link to the Digital world. I downloaded what was on the old computers and found another line. It is…temporary until the school busy new computers. Since there is only one I'll come after school and we'll meet at my place."

"What about my place?" Everyone glanced at one another then met TK'S glance. "What? Ever since my and Yolei's break in everyone is giving me the cold shoulder. Why is it?"

"You did so without any of us knowing," Izzy began, "it then went farther when you broke into the school. We never go in at night and that's what you ignored. What if someone had seen you pop out of the screen, or worse with Patamon? Does it occur to you that this secret is our life?" Izzy had everyone's attention and TK felt alone in the shadows. Davis saw this and stepped in:

"Hey can everyone focus on what is at hand, not TO'S main problem?" TK felt relieved, Kari confused, Izzy thoughtful, and Yolei asleep in a chair. Davis's intervention brought new concern to the Digi destined-how do they throw the blame away from them?"

"It seems our teacher was hinting at accomplices," Kari said, "if we can paint a different picture…oh how about the plan from some genius, then maybe we can get off the hook." Her very words brought new ideas to them all. Only one stood out…Ken!

Tai woke up with his head on his desk and a not so nice look from his math teacher. Struggling to focus on Algebra was difficult, especially when it was Mr. Yarn. He was just a freshman in High School and wished none other then to be back in 6th grade. "Mr. Kamiya what is the answer to No#2?"

"That would be…32?" His teacher shook his head and pointed at the quadratic formula. Could he have missed it anymore? He wished for nothing else then to ride Greymon's back and take down that control spire, if there was a way in. It wasn't TK and Yolei's fault, those weren't built yesterday. The bell rang and Tai again apologized to his teacher for sleeping in class.

"Tai, you're a great student, but recently I've noticed you have been lacking in your studies. Try and get some rest at home and you'll be wide awake for the exam tomorrow," he said. Tai sped out of the classroom and tried to get to his next and much liked class. School was hard, but when P.E. And if there was punishment at least he didn't have to time after, merely a few laps or pushups. If he couldn't avoid the Emperor's enemies, then at least he could practice. As he dialed his number and dressed his thoughts went to Sora. Even after what happened they still remained good friends. Now there was the thought about Davis liking Kari, I didn't see that coming, Tai thought. "Tai hurry up," a classmate said. Tai always wondered where Matt was and how his band was doing. Sora had tennis, TK and Kari were in school, Izzy was off on another breakthrough in computers, Mimi was in America, Joe off at school, and himself at school. It must've been difficult for Matt ever since the divorce. Tai now wore a white shirt and blue shorts to match his school's color. His brown hair was about and his legs could feel the blood pumping. Tai got to his team and across the way was…Matt! Wearing a different color, Matt held the red ball in his hands! When did he find time for school?

"Ok team let's flatten them," Matt said. He threw the ball and it hit Jesse. Tai jumped back as the ball flashed by and ducked as it soared by. Meanwhile Matt kept the ball going and knocking out more of Tai's team. "Had enough?"

"Just wait till I get the ball Matt!" The challenge was set and Tai ducked and weaved through incoming balls and finally picked up one. Matt singled him out and threw a fast one; Tai held up the ball and bounced it back. The coach looked at the two and made a note on his pad. "Still can't get me?"

"Tai you still the same cocky 11 year old I knew during 6th grade. It's your greatest weakness and your Achilles heel," Matt said. True to the fact Tai had inched forward until he stood at Matt's line. Matt stared back.

"Cocky…is that what I was? I've changed since then and you will admit that…right now!" Tai jumped in the air and launched the ball at Matt's head. Matt dove to the left and as he hit the ground his ball found Tai's stomach. "Ouch, that hurt!"

"Still a crybaby too," Matt added. Tai ran towards Matt and let him have it. Matt felt the blow to his face and tripped Tai while absorbing the punch. The coach noticed this and went to break them up. "Can't take losing either!"

"Yeah well at least my family is together," Tai said. Matt pushed against the Coach's arm trying to get at Tai. The Coach then said:

"Enough you two! How can a friendship of yours last 4 years? I want an explanation on why you two fought," he started to say, "then why you're late Matt?" The two stopped fighting and tried to stand still. The Coach released his arms and waited.

"Mr. Filland, Tai and I fight to resolve many issues in our lives. We fought when it came to leadership, to love, and in math what was the right answer. The fact is the only way to loosen a volcanic situation is fight. If not then it gets crazy."

"Very good, that doesn't explain how you've been missing all your classes," Mr. Filland said. Matt brought out a red guitar and strummed a few chords. "You're in a band? You're missing school for that?"

"It's a hobby Mr. Filland, one that is also a gift. And do I make up my classes after all. I have friends that help me get caught up and my band does take breaks. Didn't you use to have a hobby?" Mr. Filland hid his face from the two Digi kids, but his face, if they had seen it, was reminiscing on the past. Tai and Matt inched towards the door and then turned around and ran.

"Yes in a matter of-." As he turned around he saw he was alone. Fighting the impulse to bolt after them, he picked up a dodge ball and threw it against the wall. Outside Tai and Matt lay on the ground laughing. It was like old times.

"Boy you had that wrapped around you," Tai said trying to regain his breath. Matt sat up and wiped the tears from his eyes. "So Matt, how goes the band? Got any new singles?"

"Nah, right now we're working on our first song. It's called "Turn Around." Right now our drummer is out cold."

"Sorry, but on a lighter note guess who has a crush on my sister?" Matt brushed off his blue jacket and seemed to be focused on cleaning his hair. "Well aren't you going to guess?"

"Yeah…TK," Matt said hesitantly. Tai's mouth dropped open and Matt realized his mistake. Trying to regain his thought Tai was about to say "Davis", but he couldn't say it. Matt had just said TK had a crush on his little sister! Could this be another time of recollection? 4 years ago Kari found out to be the 8th Digi destined. He never thought in all that time that little TK liked her. "Sorry, it's just he confided in me because it might seem too soon. By the way...was I right?"

"Err…sure." Matt grinned at Tai and realized he had to tell him something. "I was going to say Davis. You know-," Tai said hinting at the new leader of the Digi destined. Matt felt his own mouth drop open and the two shared a laugh. The bell rang and the two headed to chemistry. In chemistry they had Izzy; Izzy was an original part of the Digi destined and was the brains of the group. Izzy's Digimon was Tentamon.

"Hey you guys I just found a new into the-." He stopped talking as a group walked by. "The Digital world," he said finally after 2 groups passed. Matt and Tai picked up their test tubes and sat at his table. "When I downloaded the Digital map I also found a new port that I could hook to. If the school doesn't buy new computers we could try the High School's lab. But it may involve some tampering."

"As long as we don't quit," Tai said. Matt agreed and Izzy began his story about his adventure through the hallways and to the lab. The problem was finding a way for the Elementary kids to get in. For that to happen they needed the help of the original team.