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Dragonblade: Sorry you had to wait such a long time... but you could already guess what happens next... more Kai-torture (hey, it is my trademark)
Sarcasmcat: You make me blush! I'm afraid I'll have to let you down for this chapter... In my opinion this isn't as good as the rest... hm I still hope you'll enjoy it.
DarkWolf88: They see Kai in this poor state, they just don't realize it... You know Kai, he would die before he let anybody see him weak... (Especially Rei)
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Devilburns: I'm very pleased you find it a cool story... torture always does good... Anyway, next time have to be sooner, I know and I'll do my best.
Silverjustice1: Wheeeee Agent Kylvren, please don't be angry... I know you had to wait even a longer time than last time but I'll improve my life... honestly. (I'll probably do something stupid since I'm honest... according to Jack- sorry Captain Jack Sparrow... Anyway, It's better than being dishonest because then you would have to wait a very long time for the next chapter.... Ah well, time will show what I am *I'm not a human, I'm an elf* I meant honest or not.
Artemis347: Hi Glad you reviewed again. YAY Kai is cool and hot... Too bad he taken (Rei: MINE! Lhune: tsk little greedy don't you think!) Just keep dreaming from a guy like him...aaah sweet dreams.
Kai'sgurl-Riece: Kai, you're not going to your lawyers... they're in my power Mhuahaha Tala, I don't care if you want to kill Kai, just wait with it to after the story will you (besides I know you have an eye on him) and Riece, thanks for reviewing and I'll try to update sooner... (Kai: same as always... Lhune: Shut up ^-^)
Ubasti: I always torture the ones I love... not in real life though, only in the fics (Kai: Why Am I not a real person Lhune: I asked that question too a 1000 times, they are never going to answer) BTW read your Bio, Cool ^- ^
Keiko: Yep, It became the R... You're happy? (Kai Rules indeed! Kai: Go Me! Lhune: Oh shut up!)
Thanx for the B-day wishes... Too much time has gone by //sniff sniff// It's all my fault, I'm so sorry (Kai: Shut up! Lhune: Okay ^-^)
B Girl: Now it has to be extra good don't you think, sorry just kiddin' YAY Friday is a lovely day to have your birthday, don't you think?
Memex101: In case I forget before 12 April : HAPPY BIRTHDAY!! I know, I'm being silly, as always. And don't worry Rei, I won't make you and Ian a couple, that would be too mean... hm mean, I like that... Maybe for a next story (Rei: NOOOOOOOOOO Kai: Rei belongs to me Ian: Me and Rei? Why not?) Anyway, see you on MSN!!!
Inulover28: I hope you understand reading the next chapter, I tried to explain it a bit. It wasn't another memory, Kai just pulled himself together so he was back the strong Kai from before (couldn't leave him so hm weak Kai: WHAT? I said.. so weak behind... that's just not Kai Kai: Don't you ignore me! Anyway...//evil smirk and ignores Kai//)
Child of the Stars: Hm I hope it gets clearer through the next chapter. Kai pulled himself together, cleaned himself up a bit and went up to search Boris and found his team. He couldn't stay like that, don't you agree?
Othela: Didn't update soon, hopefully next time I will.... Anyway, enjoy next chapter!
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Bladefreack: I now who you are... Didn't you get caught on the schoolcomputer? Who sat behind you? Maarten? Anyway, doesn't matter... THANX!!!! BTW love ya!
Junjounakanjou: Yep, love Kenshin.... Especially one third. I have all the manga, too bad they don't broadcast it anymore in my country.... Glad you like the story... Samurais RULE
Reivan-chan: Wheeeeeeee Thank you for the long interesting review!!! I love it! (uhem!!) Correction WE love it... I'm just writing the answers to the reviews. (me=Lhune) If you like this story, you certainly have to read *Staring into scarlet eyes* It's the best!
Jaded Gossamer: It gets even more interesting, believe me.
Kawaii-howie: It will get better, I promise that... only it will not be for now... quite the contrary in fact.
Elizabeth: YAY thanx for the e-mail, I'm always surprised when I receive one of them (not that it happens a lot) addicted is good you know... I'm glad you are, it's so much more fun. I'll keep on torturing Kai (what else would I do ) But I'm still thinking what I'll do with Boris afterwards... any ideas? Anyway hope you enjoy it and see you next time hopefully.
Trinity of the phoenix: Thanks... and I was really surprised you knew who I were... You too, terrific story and keep updating! ^-^ (Kai: is there somebody else who doesn't understand what she is talking about?)
Trowa_heero: T/W as in couple? Interesting combination... or just your favourites? Anyway not my business, here is the next chapter.
Russle: Yep, it is my first.. thank you. I'm jealous, your dream sounds like fun (maybe write it out and post it?) Tsk why does everyone has such nice dreams? I want them too... I can't even remember mine! Wait that means I can have that kind of dreams too... Oh I wanna remember my dreams!
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Syaoran-Lover: I don't make Kai rock... He just is that way (Kai: that's right) tsk, But I'm glad you like my view on Kai's personality!! Yes I did read *staring into scarlet eyes* I hope it doesn't resemble it too much because I really love that fic and it was the main cause why I started to write freezing fire... Hell it made even my friends addicted to Kai/Rei... Hmm I do like to torture Kai, isn't that fantastic? (Kai: O-o) But he is the only one who bears it with such pride... somehow it suits him... I know, sounds weird but I think it does.... It'll be me I guess... Well, yeah, Tala is a bit confused about his feelings concerning Kai (hell, I'm confused about him!) Tala will find out about the punishments with Boris, not this chapter though but soon! And no he will not hate Kai (though he wants to) but they won't be a couple... (I like them both too but this is a Kai/Rei fic) friends is possible... I'll see Anyway, thanx for the long reviews!!! I loved them!
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Lhune: I'm back!!
Kana: About time don't you think.
Lhune: I know and I'm so-
Kai: Don't!
Lhune: What? I only wanted to say I'm so-
Kai: I know what you ant to say but you have to stop these pitiful excuses!
Lhune: Hm Okay... I guess
Kana: Wow, Lhune listening Obediently, A miracle has happened!
Lhune: Hey quit it! //mock glare//
Kai: So I can order you around //smirks//
Lhune: Oh no don't think about it.
Kana: This could get interesting
Kai: Mhuahaha
Kana and Lhune: //swallow, BIG sweatdrop//
Kai: never mind that, Lhune from now on you have a crush on...//tudum tu tum// Spencer
Kana: Eek, Kai how gross!
Lhune: Gomen Kai, can't do that... He's not a Velcro
Kana and Kai: What? //not understanding (which is very understandable)//
Lhune: Well you see, I'm a Velcro and they only stick with another *right* Velcro
Tala: And you're my other part of Velcro! //hugs Kai//
Kai: Get off me! //tries to pry Tala of him.//
Rei: Kai is my Velcro!! //drags Tala of Kai and sticks himself on the poor guy//
Kana: How do you mean *poor*? He definitely enjoys it!
Kai, Rei, Tala: ... //blink//
Lhune: Shh Kana, you're not supposed to hear (read) that!
Kana: ow.. gomen, ignore silly me!
Kai, Rei, Tala: Oh.. Okay
Rei: Kai is mine, get your filthy hands of him! //growls//
Tala: Who says that? Do you have a proof of ownership?
Rei: I don't need to! //hisses//
Lhune: Kai say something please...
Kai: Hn// crosses his arms//
Lhune: Kai! That isn't even a word!
Kai: whatever.
Lhune: Ah, you guys drive me crazy!! Lets get on with the story.
Freezing Fire
By Lhune and Kana
Chapter 9
*They say eyes are the windows to one's soul... some windows should never be opened*
Tala and Boris stared dumbstruck at the smirking slate-haired teen. They couldn't believe their eyes... Last time they had seen Kai, he was practically broken. And now...
Now he was standing in front of them looking stronger then ever.
Boris licked his lips, he loved the phoenix for that... you could do what you want to Kai, he'll always recover. '
Now he was standing in front of them looking stronger then ever.
Boris licked his lips, he loved the phoenix for that... you could do what you want to Kai, he'll always recover. 'But one day, I will break you Kai... And you'll be truly mine! Be sure of that.' The elder man's eyes darkened with pleasure... all the things he had in store for the pretty crimson-eyed boy.
He had almost forgotten how sweet Kai tasted... and now he was addicted to the taste.
~*~
Kai observed the stunned faces coldly. He would show them!
It had taken him a while but he was back to his old self... or so he told himself. He didn't know anymore who he was but that was nothing new. As long as he hold on to his mask of indifference, nothing could get to him... and that mask he had recently found back.
When Kai had regained consciousness once more in the deserted corridor of the Abbey, he had cursed himself for being weak and made a decision. He wasn't going to let Boris break him nor would he let his memories do that.
Despite the pain he had cleaned and bandaged his wounds the best he could and made sure the bruises on his face were well hidden. He hated to say it but sometimes those blue markings really came in handy. He wouldn't give anybody the satisfaction of seeing him weak.
Boris was going to pay for everything the bastard had done and he was going to make sure of it. It wouldn't be a pleasant thing for the disgusting git.
After he looked a bit more decent, Kai had gone to find his ex-mentor. He hadn't counted on the Bladebreakers being there in the facility... Rei being there.
His heart had skipped a beat but the mask stayed on.
He couldn't let Rei get involved with the cruel measurements of the Abbey so he plainly ignored the Chinese blader. Kai knew he would have to hurt the beautiful teen and that it was the only way... the only to stop his dream from coming true.
But he never imagined it would be so hard. He felt his heart break as he saw the hurt look in Rei's golden eyes. He wanted to tell the neko-jin that everything was alright, he wanted to take him in his arms and hold him tight and protect him from the world around them... but the mask stayed on.
"Now, what did you want from me Boris?" Kai asked coldly, ignoring the lust- filled look in the man's beady eyes and sending him a chilling glare instead.
"Well, I thought I ought to alert you of your friends' arrival... Master Kai." Boris said obviously mocking.
Kai simply arched an eyebrow in annoyance. "They are not my friends, teammates... that's all." He made sure he kept his tone indifferent and cold. He glanced out of the corner of his eyes to the Chinese teen and couldn't help but flinch inwardly at the flash of hurt in the golden orbs.
Rei's hands had turned white from holding the grey jacket with such force. Other from that he didn't react to Kai's harsh words. Takao however, was less quiet about his feelings. In fact he was fuming with rage.
"WHAT?! How can you say that? After all we've been through... after all we've done for you!" his voice breaking to a high-pitched squeak and launched himself at the slate-haired blader...
... who merely sidestepped the angry boy and watched indifferent as Takao hit the stone floor.
"You've done nothing for me... and even if you did..." the slate-haired captain glanced at Rei at this "I didn't ask for it, I don't own you gratitude or such." He finished, his tone hard as steel and his crimson eyes never leaving the stunned form of his beautiful teammate... 'ex-teammate' he corrected himself.
~*~
Rei was speechless...
Why did Kai do that to him?
Was everything just a lie?
It hurt, it hurt like thousand needles stabbing his heart mercilessly... like rubbing salt in a fresh wound.
His amber orbs focussed back on the crimson-eyed teen. Again he wondered how such fire could be so cold as he looked in the fiery depths. He pleaded them to melt but the stoic captain averted his eyes and turned to Takao who had finally scrambled up.
"You freaking ice-cube, how can you act so ungraceful?!" The blue-haired teenager demanded angrily.
Kai snorted. Takao sounded like a mother and a little brat at the same time... what a divine mix for the kid. In other situations it would have been amusing, now however...
His mood crashed downwards when he noticed Boris staring at the Raven- haired Bladebreaker. The dark eyes travelled hungrily over the lean body and refined features. The disgusting man smirked approvingly as if to say:" I see why you like him so much." Sparing Rei a last glance he turned to Kai.
"Why don't you invite your *teammates* for a tour in the lower levels... Master Kai?
~*~
Bryan watched the slate-haired teen stiffen. True, the lower levels weren't exactly the most entertaining place to be... that is as a blader. Most torture sessions happened there, as well as the experiments. But the lilac- haired blader felt there was something more to it than just that.
He hadn't failed to notice Boris interest in that neko-jin, but why?
Surely they would capture Drigger in the tournament and they didn't need another blader. Hell they didn't need Kai either... If only Black Dranzer hadn't existed. They would kick the traitor out, or even kill him... And they should after what he had done to Tala. Just abandoning him after he was beaten to an inch of death after a punishment because of him!
But he was sure to make Kai pay if nobody else did it.
"There will be no need for a tour... Boris." Bryan was shaken out of his thoughts as Kai's sneering voice with the unmistakable slur at the end cut through the air.
Boris' greasy smile faltered a bit as he heard the slate-haired blader mock him.
"There is only one reason for which I asked you to come here." Kai said firmly, turning to the Bladebreakers. "I'm off the team, find yourselves a new captain because I quit." His harsh words sounded even colder than the Russian nights.
For once Takao didn't manage to reply with an insult... even Dizzy didn't utter a smart remark. They expected everything of their leader, but not this. Not just calling them here to quit the team.
Unnoticed by the youths, Boris' eyes lit up in satisfaction.
It was Rei who spoke first.
"So you're leaving us? I bet you planned this all along! You're a selfish, stuck-up bastard Hiwatari. I don't understand I thought you would even think to care for us."
'....or for me...' he added silently. The Chinese blader held back the tears that stung in his eyes.
"Well it's obvious you don't need us anymore, you never did. Fine be a lonely, asocial freak, I don't care. I hope you rot in hell!" Rei yelled devastated and threw the jacket at Kai's feet. After a hateful look he ran off.
The three other Bladebreakers shared a confused look and took after the neko-jin. Only Max hesitated for a split second. "I don't know what you're up to Kai but you better had a good reason." The blonde muttered softly only for Kai to hear.
The blue-haired enigma's crimson gaze was transfixed on the soft worn fabric at his feet. A defeated look crossed stoic teen's face... or so Bryan thought.
Then it hit him for force, how distant the traitor wanted to be... he did care for that Chinese teammate of him! 'So that's the one who holds your stone heart eh Hiwatari? I've finally found your weakness, you're gonna pay and I know exactly how!" The Russian blader grinned evilly.
Kai's eyes hadn't moved from the jacket and though his heart was in turmoil, the mask stayed on.
Crimson orbs weren't the only one directed at the grey clothing, Ice-blue eyes couldn't be torn away either.
'Why? After all those years you still have it?' Tala thought confused. This didn't make sense, Kai had made it clear he felt nothing for him then why not throw it away? His train of thoughts were broken as the crimson-eyed blader picked up the jacket and walked away.
All eyes in the room where directed at the retreating from.
"Don't forget Kai! Training starts in half an hour!" Boris ordered icily. The slate-haired teen didn't acknowledge him but everybody knew he heard it.
Tala saw the gleeful smirk on Boris' face and didn't like one bit of it. Especially when the purple-haired man turned to him.
"Same for you and your team Tala, we're gonna test his skills a bit." The cruel voice said with a hint of... what was it? Tala couldn't tell but it would've sent shivers down his spine if he hadn't been used to more.
~*~
"LET IT RIP!"
The 40 kids yelled in unison.
"Give me 50 more" The Russian instructor yelled as Kai walked by.
He hadn't been able to for a while but now he remembered all the times he had stood at their place. Practicing till he would faint with exhaustion. Not many survived the first levels, let alone the last ones. Spencer, Bryan, Ian and Tala had been the only ones to get so far... he was sure of that.
The stoic captain wondered how good they would be. Last time he recalled he had been one of the best... of course that had been a very long time ago. And just how much could he trust his memories? According to them, Tala should be dead. And that was definitely not the case.
But then...
Boris! Of course, how could he eve, doubt that? Boris always hated the bond between the two of them.
'Surely he would've thought that if Tala were dead, I would do whatever he abode. It obviously hadn't crossed his stupid little brain cells that if my best friend were dead, I had no reason to stay in this hell...'
Kai snorted. Rei had indeed formulated it well, *Rot in Hell*. That was the most likely thing waiting for him and he wasn't exactly looking forward to it.
"You're late!" Tala's icy voice made him look up. The demolition boys were already waiting for him at the entrance of the training room. None of them seemed glad to see him, quite the opposite in fact.
"Get a move on you lazy brats!" A guard ordered harshly. When none of them moved he grabbed the nearest demolition boy, which would be Bryan, and tried to drag him inside.
Big mistake, the Russian blader easily floored the sturdy guard and delivered him one black eye. God knows what he might have done if Boris hadn't entered that exact moment.
"Bryan, that's enough!" The words were spoken calmly but were enough to stop the angered Russian from beating the guard further. They entered the cold training room, leaving behind a whimpering man. Kai had a sense of foreboding but then again, when wouldn't he when seeing these rooms?
~*~
"Dranzer, don't let them come close!"
Blades clashed, two were already out the game.
"Wolborg, freeze that chicken!"
Blue and red light clashed while the impatient falcon tried to hit the blue blade.
It had gone fairly well for Kai. All four of the Demolitions proved to be worthy opponents but not all were good enough. Ian had been out the first, his bitbeast hadn't had a chance against an angry Dranzer... Spencer had been next. Though he had improved a lot and his bitbeast was not an easy one, the slate-haired teen had dealt with him quite quickly. The three remaining bladers were giving everything.
Suddenly Kai's blue blade shot out of Wolborg's range and hit Bryan's blade, sending it wobbling. The lilac-haired blader tried to steady his blade but a final blow of Dranzer sent him flying out of the disc.
Bryan picked is blade up and studied the two adversaries intently.
Both were tiring but none let it show. Kai was worse off than Tala. He had been fighting against four opponents and it was taking its toll. Partly because he kept feeding Dranzer with his own precious energy and partly because of the not so harmless attacks from the Demolition boys. His clothes were torn and blood streamed out of numerous cuts.
"Well it's your own fault Kai, you deserve it." Tala remarked icily after Kai had taken another painful slash at his upper arm.
"Dranzer evade it!" Kai commanded as Tala tried to strike again.
"What, to afraid to answer me? You hurt everyone you know... You hurt your team, the group of wimps you called your team... and you hurt me. Maybe you'll feel a bit of the agony we went through! I trusted you!" Tala said in a deadly low tone.
Wolborg took another swipe at the blue blade.
"You're right, I hurt everyone that comes close to me... that is my destiny. But You don't know nothing of what I feel or who I am! So keep your comments for yourself, you're going to be defeated!" The slate-haired blader said in a lethal whisper.
Tala almost took a step back as the burning blood-red orbs looked him straight in the eyes.
"Dranzer, Volcano Emission!" Kai shouted, pouring all of his remaining strength into Dranzer.
The flaming red phoenix crashed down on the icy wolf with a mighty shreek. Blades clashed harder than ever, the dish started to give in under them. Then it stopped...
...
When the smoke cleared a blue blade was spinning in the centre of the demolished dish, a silver blade laid lifeless on the floor next to it.
"You have a lot of extra training to do boys!" Boris voice wasn't shouting but the deadly whisper was enough to make them cringe. "As for you Kai, I expect you to get better, it took you more than an Hour to defeat them. Get back to training!" With that last sentence he walked out.
The Demolition boys had gone, only Kai and Tala remained. Frozen orbs watched silently as Dranzer flew back to her owner who caught her without looking and walked away.
The red-head picked up his own silver blade while pondering over the strange words spoken by the slate-haired blader. 'What is wrong with you Kai? You're always such a mystery. I once thought I knew you, guess I was wrong. I'm always wrong when it comes to you...'
~*~
"Kai where are you?" Tala murmured distressed walking through the thick snow outside the Abbey. His breath formed white clouds in the cold evening air. He rubbed his hands to keep them warm and was about to turn back when he saw a flash of red light.
He held his breath unconsciously when he saw the mighty picture. Kai was standing proud and tall in the cold evening air. His thin cloak and scarf fluttering behind him on the soft breeze. The twilight made his pale skin glow, radiating an eerie light like a ghost. Dranzer battled at his feet with the white snow, melting it on its path only to be frozen directly after.
Tala watched the scene silently for a couple of minutes when he decided it was enough.
"Kai, What are you thinking? Bo-"He shouted but fell silent when the slate- haired teen collapsed in the white mass. "KAI?!" Tala ran to the unconscious teen.
He looked so pale, sweet was dripping of his face. The red-head touched the fragile face hesitating. 'He's burning. Damnit Kai! Why did you go train outside? Why didn't you stop when it was enough? Still too bloody stubborn.'
"Kai, wake up!" He commanded, he had learned that was the best way to deal with Kai, and hit his cheek lightly. "Ah, come on Kai!" His hand descended a second time but was caught in a strong grip.
"I'm awake. What do you want?" Kai's voice was a bit husky from exertion.
Tala helped him up, wether he wanted the help or not and glared lightly at him.
"Boris is raging. Why did you come train out here? Now you'll have to meet his wrath... he's really in a bad mood." He said inquiringly while they entered the slightly warmer rooms of the Abbey.
"I don't care what he thinks or how he feels. I wanted some time for myself- "
"-And train yourself till you drop dead?" Tala finished sarcastically.
"Why are you so concerned about me? The slate-haired teen asked genuinely interested.
Tala opened his mouth only to close it again seconds later. He couldn't answer that question for himself. 'Why *do* I care... he obviously doesn't care for me. I hate him, he left me when I most needed him. I must hate him... I do, right?' He looked up to see Kai smirking.
"What? Getting all motherly. That's not the Tala I remember." Kai said amused, crossing his arms.
"Well I'm not the one you remember, I changed since you left me here to die." Tala snapped heatedly, enjoying the stricken look on the crimson-eyed teen's face. "That is why you were so shaken to see me, isn't it? You thought I would be dead!" His voice was now hard, as were his frozen orbs of ice.
"That I thought indeed... but for a different reason, you don't know..." Kai's tone had become soft en remorseful.
"What, don't tell me you missed me! You were the one that would've ensured my death." He was fuming with anger, every bit of hurt came out. "You weren't there for me, you promised you would be there for me but you weren't!" His voice began to break.
"Listen to me! I never wanted to leave you, I thought you were dead-"
"Oh so you made sure I was dead so you could leave with a mind put at rest!" Tala cut of.
"I SAW YOU DIE BECAUSE OF ME OKAY! I HEARD BORIS SAY YOU WERE DEAD BECAUSE OF MY STUBBORNESS! I left because nothing held me here in the place anymore! Everyone I cared for died because of me and they still do! I-" Kai's words were cut of as his lips were met by soft warm lips.
The next thing he knew, he was pushed against a wall. Strong hands secured his arms at his sides and Tala was kissing him like there was no tomorrow.
"Tala have you seen-"None of them had noticed Boris entering and were quite shocked to see the very angry elder glaring down at them. Tala released the slate-haired teen immediately.
"I could have known you treacherous dog!" He all but shouted and took out his whip. Tala was frozen on his spot as he saw the black leather smudged with blood descending on him. He braced himself for the lash but it never came. Instead he saw Kai standing in front of him, bleeding from a profound gash at his temple.
"Don't." Kai said slowly in a low tone.
The one word held such an intensity, Tala could feel the tension smothering him. Why had Kai jumped in front of him and taken the blow? It was he who forced the slate-haired teen to kiss. Why did Kai defend him?
"So it was you." The purple-haired man spoke the words in disgust. His already ugly face was contorted in anger which made it look even more horrific. The massive hands were clenched in fist, shaking with rage.
Kai passively watched the older man fume and crossed his hands lazily. He didn't know why he did it but he couldn't reverse it so he just wanted to deal with whatever may come.
"Follow me! I think you need to remember your lesson... my little phoenix." The nickname at the end of the sentence made it unmistakably clear what would follow but the crimson-eyed teen followed none the less. There was nothing he could do.
They left the room and a very confused redhead behind.
~*~
His entire weight hung on the shackles at his wrists. Chains secured him to the damp wall, his bare feet brushed against the floor but not enough to give some support. Kai suppressed the shivers caused by the chilly air clinging at his naked body. The feeble moonlight filtering through the filthy window made his pale skin standing out even more.
"Guess what my little phoenix..." Boris sulky voice resounded against the stone walls. He had shed his warm Abbey-cloak and was currently caressing his whip. Though he was fully clothed, Kai knew for sure that would change during the *punishment*.
"I've decided we try something new. This time will try it while standing... in your case that would be hanging. Isn't that exciting?"
This was going to be a long and painful night... But the mask would stay on.
~*~
"THAT BLOODY COLD BASTARD! I can't believe he did that! How could he just leave the team when there is so little time before the championships!"
'How could he leave me?'
"Rei calm down, I know it's not fair..." Kenny tried to still the shouting teen.
"I don't believe it, he brought us there to say he left us! Then why bring us all the way there?!"
'Why bring me all the way there to give me hope and then crash it into one million pieces?'
"Rei, Kenny is right. You can do nothing about it. Kai is wrong, he'll notice that." Even Takao was concerned for Rei and had calmed down enough himself to try reason the distressed Chinese blader.
"I thought we could trust him, *we* made a mistake! He never wanted to stay with us!"
'I trusted him, I trusted and loved the cold one. I tried to capture fire and got burned... I still love him, that's why it hurts even more. I can't get myself to hate him even though I want to.'
"THAT'S ENOUGH REI!" Max suddenly shouted, stunning all of his teammates. "I know, you are hurting... but this isn't helping you. This isn't helping anybody. I don't know why Kai did this but he must have had his reasons for it. Kai isn't the guy to do these things and you should know that out of everybody." The blonde's speech was true, they all find it hard to believe their captain would do such a thing. Sure, he was cold and asocial and sometimes a downright bastard but he wouldn't do this... unless he had a very good reason.
"Oh Max... I..." Rei stuttered, once out of his fit of rage, at loss for words. Tears brimming in his beautiful golden eyes.
"You still care for him, don't you?" Max asked softly in the ear of Rei who was now clinging at his shirt.
The raven-haired teen nodded feebly. Takao, not very clever, gazed at his two teammates in confusion.
"But we all care for Kai right? Okay, maybe do not care that much about him, but I do care..... How do you mean still care? Rei I thought you hated him the way you were yelling about him?" The master of Dragoon asked somewhat disturbed.
"Oh Takao!" Max and Rei said in unison.
The raven-haired teen pulled Max a bit closer and studied the strange looks Takao was giving them. Smiling softly he motioned the blonde the move closer.
"I think he's jealous." He whispered meaningfully in his ear.
"Who... what?" Max understood and went a rosy shade of red.
Rei releases the blonde from his grip and watched satisfied as Takao shifted closer to Max... who was still very flushed. He almost thought back to Kai as Kenny spoke quite hesitating.
"EH guys, you're not gonna believe me... there's another message from Kai." He said confused and held out Dizzy for the others to read.
"Ah not again!" Takao groaned but scooped closer to have a better view.
"He's quite addicted to sending messages, not? Ooh Kenny you better watch out, maybe he's better at computers than you are!" Dizzy commented dryly.
"Oh Dizzy shut up, that's not funny." Kenny said irked... little did he know Kai was indeed better at hacking and that sort of computer stuff.
"Fine I won't say a thing anymore but don't expect any help from me anymore either." Dizzy huffed and disappeared.
They leaned closer to the screen to read the short message Kai had sent them.
Meet me at the frozen lake of Baikal
Tomorrow at noon,
Don't be late!
KAI
"Short, to the point and commanding. Typically Kai" Dizzy snided.
Kenny shook his head slightly at Dizzy's comment but had to admit he was glad they were back on speaking terms.
"Yes, typically him, I wonder what he has in store for us this time." Rei pondered softly.
~*~
"Tala, there you are. I looked all over for you..." He stopped when he saw the dull look in the normally clear blue eyes. "What's wrong?"
Tala seemed to wake up from his daze and regarded Bryan confused. "Kai, he ..."
"What did that bastard do this time to upset you?" Bryan's voice was harsh but Tala knew it was directed at Kai.... 'Kai'
"He defended me Bryan." He said softly. And continued when he saw the inquiringly look the lilac-haired teen was giving him. "You know I went looking for him after the training?"
Bryan nodded and seated himself next to the red-haired teen.
"I found him, training outside in the snow. I wanted to call him but he collapsed... We went back inside after he woke up and ... and we had an argument. It was nothing, really. But I wanted to shut him up so... so I kissed him. That's when Boris came in." he quickly went on, seeing the hurt look on Bryan's face. "I've never seen him that angry before. He looked like he wanted to kill me and tried to hit me with his whip but Kai jumped in front of me and took the blow..." Tala's voice wavered slightly as he told Bryan what had happened.
"Where are they now?" Bryan asked still feeling quite uncomfortable.
"Boris is now punishing Kai... I don't know where." Tala answered softly. They stayed silent for a couple of minutes when Tala spoke up again. "Why did he defend me? I don't get it anymore, do you know Bryan?"
"Probably one of his tricks to confuse you, don't let him influence you. You are stronger than that!" but in his heart, Bryan didn't believe that. It didn't matter how much he loathed the traitor he didn't believe he would do that. But then why? He didn't understand it either. One thing was sure, whether he wanted to help Tala or not, if he hadn't been here nothing like this would've happened.
Bryan laid his arm around the red-haired teammate and was quite happy when this one let that happen. His happiness was cut short as Kai re-entered and Tala stood up immediately.
Kai looked horrible, His clothes were tainted with blood thought they weren't ripped. Tala guessed Boris must have taken the slate-haired teen's clothes off before starting. Cuts were all over his body as far as Tala could see. A dark bruise was already forming on the pale face which was smeared with blood.
"What happened to you?" Tala asked concerned moving closer to check the injuries. He felt hurt when Kai recoiled.
"None of your business." He replied coldly.
"It is, it was because of me... Why did you take the blame?" the red-head asked softly staring into the crimson orbs. He knew hey said it were the windows to ones soul... yet he saw nothing through these fires... nothing but cold indifference.
"I don't know why I did it... I wish I never did it!" the slate-haired teen stated icily and walked off.
Tala sunk back on the floor. 'Why is he such an enigma? I'll never understand him... I didn't when we were young and it hasn't improved now. Argh You're giving me a headache Hiwatari!' He stood back up, dusting off his orange sweater and noticed suddenly that his lilac-haired teammate was gone.
"Strange, I thought he was still here..."
~*~
"Wait!"
The slate-haired blader stopped and turned around to see Bryan running towards him. Not a bit out of breath the lilac-haired demolition boy came to a stop in front of the stoic boy.
"Do you even know what you're doing to Tala?" Bryan asked harsh but genuinely confused.
A simple nod was everything he received.
This only caused Bryan to get angrier, why was he being so... so difficult.
'He acts like he doesn't care but still he did defend Tala... only to hurt him after it. Is that it, make him feel better only so the agony would be worse afterwards as you betray him? Yeah that sounds more like you're style eh bastard!' This thoughts made sense to the lilac-haired blader but somehow he couldn't really believe it. 'Look at him, he still doesn't care!'
Kai leaned against the wall, arms crossed as always. Even though he definitely was hurt and didn't look too good he still managed to look cold and untouchable. Cold but not indifferent. Honest interest was shown on his pale features.
"Why?" Bryan asked warily, stepping closer to the crimson-eyed Russian.
"Because I have no other choice." Kai replied stonily, still locking eyes with Bryan.
"You BASTARD! So you have no other choice than to hurt Tala, And I guess you had no choice either back then when you left him to die?! You think you can do everything because you are Boris' little pet..." The demolition boy nearly shouted, oblivious for Kai's clenching fists. "Oh yeah, I heard him... My little phoenix... You-"
Bryan never got to finish his sentence. A solid punch made his jaw crack.
"Don't talk about things you don't know." Kai hissed deadly, His crimson orbs like deep dark blood on fire.
Bryan whipped off the trickle of blood that came from his mouth. "What, Don't like me talking about you're little punishments... You're only for a couple of days here... We had to endure this day after day, our whole life. You think anyway will have compassion here with you? You're just weak freak to me." The lilac-eyed boy yelled and launched himself at Kai.
Unlike Tyson, he did know what he was doing and Kai Had to block the blow aimed at his head. Trying again he kicked at the slate-haired boy's torso but was repelled easily.
"So you think you can win just by blocking my attacks Hiwatari? Well I'll prove you wrong!" Bryan shouted and attacked again, more fiercely and aggressive than before. This time, he did meet his target. A long painful looking gash crossed Kai's underarm, created by the spiky ring Bryan wore.
"Not so cocky anymore huh." The lilac-haired boy taunted evilly. 'I will get you Hiwatari.'
He attacked again and again. Kai parried most of them but started to tire after a while and more and more blows were delivered to his already injured body.
The slate-haired boy didn't want to hurt Bryan, somewhere in is delusional mind he thought that the demolition boy was right. He didn't have the will to fight him but knew he would have to in the end....
Bryan didn't know what hit him when Kai's feet connected with his advancing fist. Bones could be heard cracking. Only then the fight really started.
Both were growing tired but none wanted to give in to the other.
Punch – parry
'I cannot let him win, he has to pay!' Bryan whipped off the sweat from his brow.
Kick – duck- parry – punch twice
'Damn, doesn't that Hiwatari sweat... But he doesn't look too healthy... Good!'
Parry – parry – slash at his abdomen -...
Bryan stared unbelievingly at the uncovered skin at the traitor's hips. Blue-black bruises in the form of fingermarks stood out on the pale creamy skin.
Kai took his chance and swiped his opponent's legs from underneath him. Bryan landed with a hard *TUD* on the floor... Kai's feet pressing slightly at his neck.
"I won." Kai stated indifferent and removed his foot to start walking away.
"So this is how you became the Master's favourite." Bryan sneered disgusted. He failed to notice the way his enemy tensed. "Did you like it? Did you like the way he shoved his manhood down your arse?"
'Keep walking, don't listen... keep walking.' Kai concentrated on his thoughts to shut out Bryan's harsh words.
"I guess you did... yeah that would be exactly like you eh Hiwatari. Fucking the boss to get higher up the ranks. No-"Bryan shut up as a blue blade spinned dangerously close to head. Damn he knew he should have sit up.
"Shut up. You know nothing of what you're talking about. You know nothing of me and I prefer to keep it that way. I advise you to keep your mouth shut or you might discover you miss some parts of your body. I don't have time to quarrel with you..." The blade shot back to its master and Bryan scrambled up.
"I have an important meeting I don't want to miss." The cold, indifferent voice came from the dark end of the corridor, leaving an angry Bryan behind.
"Damn you Hiwatari, always getting the better of me." Bryan muttered and went off o see Tala, he had some things to tell the red-head.
******~******
Lhune: Ah, that sucked.
Kai: What?! You did all those things to me only to say it sucked.
Lhune: Da
Kai: I hate you so much! (btw are we going Russian?)
Bryan: //looking very pissed// Why does Kai always have to be the better? I could've defeated him easily!
Kai: Yeah right cough wimp cough
Bryan: //Death-glare//
Lhune: Come on guys stop it... and Bryan?
Bryan: Da?
Lhune: That glare is pathetic!
Bryan: WHAT? //is fuming with rage//
Kai: //snorts//
Bryan: Shut up Sharky //glares (not really effective, I know)//
Kai: at least I don't look like a blown up tomato //is almost laughing//
Tala: ...
Lhune: Tala! Thank god, tell them to stop! // looks very relieved//
Tala: Why should I do that? This is very interesting.
Lhune: I give up, there is nothing I can do to... wait a sec // smirks evilly//
Tala: uh oh (teletubby style.. not so, I lie)
Lhune kisses Tala
Bryan and Kai: ... //dumbstruck//
Lhune still kissing Tala
Kai: //smirks// She got you there mate.
Bryan and Kana: Why you *****! Get of my Tala (in unison, cool)
Tala: // looking quite flustered// Kana?
Bryan: hey don't forget about me... Kana? What did you mean? (slow in understanding)
Kana: //blushes// well I like you too Tala.
Tala: //looks very innocent (Kai: impossible! O_o Lhune: Shut up!)// You like me?
Bryan: Forget it, he's mine.. right Tala?
Tala: Hm, what did you say? //looks very dreamily//
Bryan: TALA!!
Kai: //Still looking very amused.// This is fun!
Lhune: Okay, that's it. SHUT UP ALL OF YOU!! //death-glare//
Tala whisper: Hm Kai, did you learn her that?
Kai: Are you mad?
Lhune: I said: SHUT UP!
Everybody: ... //looking scared or angry or... indifferent (who would that be)//
Lhune: Tala, Kana Bryan get out and get it sorted out.
Kana, Tala and Bryan: But Lhuuuu-ne //really whining//
Lhune: OUT!
Kai: Bye bye //smirks triumphantly//
Lhune: As for you, find Rei and comfort him.
Kai: Hn? //not understanding//
Lhune: After all you did to him this chapter...
Kai: How dare you!! //not happy// you're the one who made me do it!
Lhune: FIND REI NOW!
Kai: Wow in a bad mood eh? Fine, I'm gone!
Lhune: finally some rest. //sighs//
Next chapter will be up a lot sooner I hope than this one.. again, I'm really sorry. Next time my version of Lake Baikal.
I'm still doubting whether Tala should find out next chapter what happens to Kai during the punishments... Hm and the grey jacket! Why did I bring that in... Still have to find an explanation for that..
So much work, so little time.
Anyway, as always, hope to see you next time and please REVIEW!! They are the only reason why I keep writing... And I love to torture Kai.
Any ideas for the jacket are welcome and hope you enjoyed this chapter (though personally I thought it sucked)
May the spirit of Dranzer lighten your path in these dark days...
Lhune
Theoryofangels: I'm sorry I couldn't fulfil your request...Kai and Rei will be back... someday //evil grin//
Dragonblade: Sorry you had to wait such a long time... but you could already guess what happens next... more Kai-torture (hey, it is my trademark)
Sarcasmcat: You make me blush! I'm afraid I'll have to let you down for this chapter... In my opinion this isn't as good as the rest... hm I still hope you'll enjoy it.
DarkWolf88: They see Kai in this poor state, they just don't realize it... You know Kai, he would die before he let anybody see him weak... (Especially Rei)
L@DyFiCtIoN: //bows// thank you... You know dark and twisted... that's my mind...hm hope not, that would be a bit too much. Glad you're satisfied. You're on the RPG eh? I first wanted to join too but look at my poor updating skills, I'll first try to finish this . Anyway, I still keep on reading it though... Congrats by the way with your *sparkles* I can't help laughing every time I see that name.
Shaka Dragomir Nocturnus: Short but very encouraging... hope you'll like this one too
Devilburns: I'm very pleased you find it a cool story... torture always does good... Anyway, next time have to be sooner, I know and I'll do my best.
Silverjustice1: Wheeeee Agent Kylvren, please don't be angry... I know you had to wait even a longer time than last time but I'll improve my life... honestly. (I'll probably do something stupid since I'm honest... according to Jack- sorry Captain Jack Sparrow... Anyway, It's better than being dishonest because then you would have to wait a very long time for the next chapter.... Ah well, time will show what I am *I'm not a human, I'm an elf* I meant honest or not.
Artemis347: Hi Glad you reviewed again. YAY Kai is cool and hot... Too bad he taken (Rei: MINE! Lhune: tsk little greedy don't you think!) Just keep dreaming from a guy like him...aaah sweet dreams.
Kai'sgurl-Riece: Kai, you're not going to your lawyers... they're in my power Mhuahaha Tala, I don't care if you want to kill Kai, just wait with it to after the story will you (besides I know you have an eye on him) and Riece, thanks for reviewing and I'll try to update sooner... (Kai: same as always... Lhune: Shut up ^-^)
Ubasti: I always torture the ones I love... not in real life though, only in the fics (Kai: Why Am I not a real person Lhune: I asked that question too a 1000 times, they are never going to answer) BTW read your Bio, Cool ^- ^
Keiko: Yep, It became the R... You're happy? (Kai Rules indeed! Kai: Go Me! Lhune: Oh shut up!)
Thanx for the B-day wishes... Too much time has gone by //sniff sniff// It's all my fault, I'm so sorry (Kai: Shut up! Lhune: Okay ^-^)
B Girl: Now it has to be extra good don't you think, sorry just kiddin' YAY Friday is a lovely day to have your birthday, don't you think?
Memex101: In case I forget before 12 April : HAPPY BIRTHDAY!! I know, I'm being silly, as always. And don't worry Rei, I won't make you and Ian a couple, that would be too mean... hm mean, I like that... Maybe for a next story (Rei: NOOOOOOOOOO Kai: Rei belongs to me Ian: Me and Rei? Why not?) Anyway, see you on MSN!!!
Inulover28: I hope you understand reading the next chapter, I tried to explain it a bit. It wasn't another memory, Kai just pulled himself together so he was back the strong Kai from before (couldn't leave him so hm weak Kai: WHAT? I said.. so weak behind... that's just not Kai Kai: Don't you ignore me! Anyway...//evil smirk and ignores Kai//)
Child of the Stars: Hm I hope it gets clearer through the next chapter. Kai pulled himself together, cleaned himself up a bit and went up to search Boris and found his team. He couldn't stay like that, don't you agree?
Othela: Didn't update soon, hopefully next time I will.... Anyway, enjoy next chapter!
Demon's-gurl: Thanx!... I hope you will get back on if you read the next part... I explained a bit in a couple of the previous reviews so If it's still not clear don't hesitate to mail me (or you could write another review hint hint)
Bladefreack: I now who you are... Didn't you get caught on the schoolcomputer? Who sat behind you? Maarten? Anyway, doesn't matter... THANX!!!! BTW love ya!
Junjounakanjou: Yep, love Kenshin.... Especially one third. I have all the manga, too bad they don't broadcast it anymore in my country.... Glad you like the story... Samurais RULE
Reivan-chan: Wheeeeeeee Thank you for the long interesting review!!! I love it! (uhem!!) Correction WE love it... I'm just writing the answers to the reviews. (me=Lhune) If you like this story, you certainly have to read *Staring into scarlet eyes* It's the best!
Jaded Gossamer: It gets even more interesting, believe me.
Kawaii-howie: It will get better, I promise that... only it will not be for now... quite the contrary in fact.
Elizabeth: YAY thanx for the e-mail, I'm always surprised when I receive one of them (not that it happens a lot) addicted is good you know... I'm glad you are, it's so much more fun. I'll keep on torturing Kai (what else would I do ) But I'm still thinking what I'll do with Boris afterwards... any ideas? Anyway hope you enjoy it and see you next time hopefully.
Trinity of the phoenix: Thanks... and I was really surprised you knew who I were... You too, terrific story and keep updating! ^-^ (Kai: is there somebody else who doesn't understand what she is talking about?)
Trowa_heero: T/W as in couple? Interesting combination... or just your favourites? Anyway not my business, here is the next chapter.
Russle: Yep, it is my first.. thank you. I'm jealous, your dream sounds like fun (maybe write it out and post it?) Tsk why does everyone has such nice dreams? I want them too... I can't even remember mine! Wait that means I can have that kind of dreams too... Oh I wanna remember my dreams!
AznWhiteTigerGrl: Nope didn't update soon, gomen. Hope you can forgive me. (Kai: Don't, she'll just do it again!)
Eyries: Kai is indeed tough... and he has to be, I have a lot more in store for him! (Kai: pleae help me!)
Sirith: Nay, sorry It wasn't soon (Kai: there she goes again Lhune: shut up) But I hope you'll enjoy this chapter.
Hawk: Now!
Bffimagine: Yep, I agree Takao is a freak... (why did they make the freak the main personage? They're so stupid!) I updated... and guess what ? more Kai- torture Yay (Kai: Nooooo)
Syaoran-Lover: I don't make Kai rock... He just is that way (Kai: that's right) tsk, But I'm glad you like my view on Kai's personality!! Yes I did read *staring into scarlet eyes* I hope it doesn't resemble it too much because I really love that fic and it was the main cause why I started to write freezing fire... Hell it made even my friends addicted to Kai/Rei... Hmm I do like to torture Kai, isn't that fantastic? (Kai: O-o) But he is the only one who bears it with such pride... somehow it suits him... I know, sounds weird but I think it does.... It'll be me I guess... Well, yeah, Tala is a bit confused about his feelings concerning Kai (hell, I'm confused about him!) Tala will find out about the punishments with Boris, not this chapter though but soon! And no he will not hate Kai (though he wants to) but they won't be a couple... (I like them both too but this is a Kai/Rei fic) friends is possible... I'll see Anyway, thanx for the long reviews!!! I loved them!
Dur En Turin Naur: Elvish YAY (I am right, not?) Here you have more!! Enjoy!
Fire of Phoenix: I pulled you up (I hope) only for a next cliffhanger... but not as bad as the previous I think. Enjoy the story and hope to see you next time too!.
Lhune: I'm back!!
Kana: About time don't you think.
Lhune: I know and I'm so-
Kai: Don't!
Lhune: What? I only wanted to say I'm so-
Kai: I know what you ant to say but you have to stop these pitiful excuses!
Lhune: Hm Okay... I guess
Kana: Wow, Lhune listening Obediently, A miracle has happened!
Lhune: Hey quit it! //mock glare//
Kai: So I can order you around //smirks//
Lhune: Oh no don't think about it.
Kana: This could get interesting
Kai: Mhuahaha
Kana and Lhune: //swallow, BIG sweatdrop//
Kai: never mind that, Lhune from now on you have a crush on...//tudum tu tum// Spencer
Kana: Eek, Kai how gross!
Lhune: Gomen Kai, can't do that... He's not a Velcro
Kana and Kai: What? //not understanding (which is very understandable)//
Lhune: Well you see, I'm a Velcro and they only stick with another *right* Velcro
Tala: And you're my other part of Velcro! //hugs Kai//
Kai: Get off me! //tries to pry Tala of him.//
Rei: Kai is my Velcro!! //drags Tala of Kai and sticks himself on the poor guy//
Kana: How do you mean *poor*? He definitely enjoys it!
Kai, Rei, Tala: ... //blink//
Lhune: Shh Kana, you're not supposed to hear (read) that!
Kana: ow.. gomen, ignore silly me!
Kai, Rei, Tala: Oh.. Okay
Rei: Kai is mine, get your filthy hands of him! //growls//
Tala: Who says that? Do you have a proof of ownership?
Rei: I don't need to! //hisses//
Lhune: Kai say something please...
Kai: Hn// crosses his arms//
Lhune: Kai! That isn't even a word!
Kai: whatever.
Lhune: Ah, you guys drive me crazy!! Lets get on with the story.
Freezing Fire
By Lhune and Kana
Chapter 9
*They say eyes are the windows to one's soul... some windows should never be opened*
Tala and Boris stared dumbstruck at the smirking slate-haired teen. They couldn't believe their eyes... Last time they had seen Kai, he was practically broken. And now...
Now he was standing in front of them looking stronger then ever.
Boris licked his lips, he loved the phoenix for that... you could do what you want to Kai, he'll always recover. '
Now he was standing in front of them looking stronger then ever.
Boris licked his lips, he loved the phoenix for that... you could do what you want to Kai, he'll always recover. 'But one day, I will break you Kai... And you'll be truly mine! Be sure of that.' The elder man's eyes darkened with pleasure... all the things he had in store for the pretty crimson-eyed boy.
He had almost forgotten how sweet Kai tasted... and now he was addicted to the taste.
~*~
Kai observed the stunned faces coldly. He would show them!
It had taken him a while but he was back to his old self... or so he told himself. He didn't know anymore who he was but that was nothing new. As long as he hold on to his mask of indifference, nothing could get to him... and that mask he had recently found back.
When Kai had regained consciousness once more in the deserted corridor of the Abbey, he had cursed himself for being weak and made a decision. He wasn't going to let Boris break him nor would he let his memories do that.
Despite the pain he had cleaned and bandaged his wounds the best he could and made sure the bruises on his face were well hidden. He hated to say it but sometimes those blue markings really came in handy. He wouldn't give anybody the satisfaction of seeing him weak.
Boris was going to pay for everything the bastard had done and he was going to make sure of it. It wouldn't be a pleasant thing for the disgusting git.
After he looked a bit more decent, Kai had gone to find his ex-mentor. He hadn't counted on the Bladebreakers being there in the facility... Rei being there.
His heart had skipped a beat but the mask stayed on.
He couldn't let Rei get involved with the cruel measurements of the Abbey so he plainly ignored the Chinese blader. Kai knew he would have to hurt the beautiful teen and that it was the only way... the only to stop his dream from coming true.
But he never imagined it would be so hard. He felt his heart break as he saw the hurt look in Rei's golden eyes. He wanted to tell the neko-jin that everything was alright, he wanted to take him in his arms and hold him tight and protect him from the world around them... but the mask stayed on.
"Now, what did you want from me Boris?" Kai asked coldly, ignoring the lust- filled look in the man's beady eyes and sending him a chilling glare instead.
"Well, I thought I ought to alert you of your friends' arrival... Master Kai." Boris said obviously mocking.
Kai simply arched an eyebrow in annoyance. "They are not my friends, teammates... that's all." He made sure he kept his tone indifferent and cold. He glanced out of the corner of his eyes to the Chinese teen and couldn't help but flinch inwardly at the flash of hurt in the golden orbs.
Rei's hands had turned white from holding the grey jacket with such force. Other from that he didn't react to Kai's harsh words. Takao however, was less quiet about his feelings. In fact he was fuming with rage.
"WHAT?! How can you say that? After all we've been through... after all we've done for you!" his voice breaking to a high-pitched squeak and launched himself at the slate-haired blader...
... who merely sidestepped the angry boy and watched indifferent as Takao hit the stone floor.
"You've done nothing for me... and even if you did..." the slate-haired captain glanced at Rei at this "I didn't ask for it, I don't own you gratitude or such." He finished, his tone hard as steel and his crimson eyes never leaving the stunned form of his beautiful teammate... 'ex-teammate' he corrected himself.
~*~
Rei was speechless...
Why did Kai do that to him?
Was everything just a lie?
It hurt, it hurt like thousand needles stabbing his heart mercilessly... like rubbing salt in a fresh wound.
His amber orbs focussed back on the crimson-eyed teen. Again he wondered how such fire could be so cold as he looked in the fiery depths. He pleaded them to melt but the stoic captain averted his eyes and turned to Takao who had finally scrambled up.
"You freaking ice-cube, how can you act so ungraceful?!" The blue-haired teenager demanded angrily.
Kai snorted. Takao sounded like a mother and a little brat at the same time... what a divine mix for the kid. In other situations it would have been amusing, now however...
His mood crashed downwards when he noticed Boris staring at the Raven- haired Bladebreaker. The dark eyes travelled hungrily over the lean body and refined features. The disgusting man smirked approvingly as if to say:" I see why you like him so much." Sparing Rei a last glance he turned to Kai.
"Why don't you invite your *teammates* for a tour in the lower levels... Master Kai?
~*~
Bryan watched the slate-haired teen stiffen. True, the lower levels weren't exactly the most entertaining place to be... that is as a blader. Most torture sessions happened there, as well as the experiments. But the lilac- haired blader felt there was something more to it than just that.
He hadn't failed to notice Boris interest in that neko-jin, but why?
Surely they would capture Drigger in the tournament and they didn't need another blader. Hell they didn't need Kai either... If only Black Dranzer hadn't existed. They would kick the traitor out, or even kill him... And they should after what he had done to Tala. Just abandoning him after he was beaten to an inch of death after a punishment because of him!
But he was sure to make Kai pay if nobody else did it.
"There will be no need for a tour... Boris." Bryan was shaken out of his thoughts as Kai's sneering voice with the unmistakable slur at the end cut through the air.
Boris' greasy smile faltered a bit as he heard the slate-haired blader mock him.
"There is only one reason for which I asked you to come here." Kai said firmly, turning to the Bladebreakers. "I'm off the team, find yourselves a new captain because I quit." His harsh words sounded even colder than the Russian nights.
For once Takao didn't manage to reply with an insult... even Dizzy didn't utter a smart remark. They expected everything of their leader, but not this. Not just calling them here to quit the team.
Unnoticed by the youths, Boris' eyes lit up in satisfaction.
It was Rei who spoke first.
"So you're leaving us? I bet you planned this all along! You're a selfish, stuck-up bastard Hiwatari. I don't understand I thought you would even think to care for us."
'....or for me...' he added silently. The Chinese blader held back the tears that stung in his eyes.
"Well it's obvious you don't need us anymore, you never did. Fine be a lonely, asocial freak, I don't care. I hope you rot in hell!" Rei yelled devastated and threw the jacket at Kai's feet. After a hateful look he ran off.
The three other Bladebreakers shared a confused look and took after the neko-jin. Only Max hesitated for a split second. "I don't know what you're up to Kai but you better had a good reason." The blonde muttered softly only for Kai to hear.
The blue-haired enigma's crimson gaze was transfixed on the soft worn fabric at his feet. A defeated look crossed stoic teen's face... or so Bryan thought.
Then it hit him for force, how distant the traitor wanted to be... he did care for that Chinese teammate of him! 'So that's the one who holds your stone heart eh Hiwatari? I've finally found your weakness, you're gonna pay and I know exactly how!" The Russian blader grinned evilly.
Kai's eyes hadn't moved from the jacket and though his heart was in turmoil, the mask stayed on.
Crimson orbs weren't the only one directed at the grey clothing, Ice-blue eyes couldn't be torn away either.
'Why? After all those years you still have it?' Tala thought confused. This didn't make sense, Kai had made it clear he felt nothing for him then why not throw it away? His train of thoughts were broken as the crimson-eyed blader picked up the jacket and walked away.
All eyes in the room where directed at the retreating from.
"Don't forget Kai! Training starts in half an hour!" Boris ordered icily. The slate-haired teen didn't acknowledge him but everybody knew he heard it.
Tala saw the gleeful smirk on Boris' face and didn't like one bit of it. Especially when the purple-haired man turned to him.
"Same for you and your team Tala, we're gonna test his skills a bit." The cruel voice said with a hint of... what was it? Tala couldn't tell but it would've sent shivers down his spine if he hadn't been used to more.
~*~
"LET IT RIP!"
The 40 kids yelled in unison.
"Give me 50 more" The Russian instructor yelled as Kai walked by.
He hadn't been able to for a while but now he remembered all the times he had stood at their place. Practicing till he would faint with exhaustion. Not many survived the first levels, let alone the last ones. Spencer, Bryan, Ian and Tala had been the only ones to get so far... he was sure of that.
The stoic captain wondered how good they would be. Last time he recalled he had been one of the best... of course that had been a very long time ago. And just how much could he trust his memories? According to them, Tala should be dead. And that was definitely not the case.
But then...
Boris! Of course, how could he eve, doubt that? Boris always hated the bond between the two of them.
'Surely he would've thought that if Tala were dead, I would do whatever he abode. It obviously hadn't crossed his stupid little brain cells that if my best friend were dead, I had no reason to stay in this hell...'
Kai snorted. Rei had indeed formulated it well, *Rot in Hell*. That was the most likely thing waiting for him and he wasn't exactly looking forward to it.
"You're late!" Tala's icy voice made him look up. The demolition boys were already waiting for him at the entrance of the training room. None of them seemed glad to see him, quite the opposite in fact.
"Get a move on you lazy brats!" A guard ordered harshly. When none of them moved he grabbed the nearest demolition boy, which would be Bryan, and tried to drag him inside.
Big mistake, the Russian blader easily floored the sturdy guard and delivered him one black eye. God knows what he might have done if Boris hadn't entered that exact moment.
"Bryan, that's enough!" The words were spoken calmly but were enough to stop the angered Russian from beating the guard further. They entered the cold training room, leaving behind a whimpering man. Kai had a sense of foreboding but then again, when wouldn't he when seeing these rooms?
~*~
"Dranzer, don't let them come close!"
Blades clashed, two were already out the game.
"Wolborg, freeze that chicken!"
Blue and red light clashed while the impatient falcon tried to hit the blue blade.
It had gone fairly well for Kai. All four of the Demolitions proved to be worthy opponents but not all were good enough. Ian had been out the first, his bitbeast hadn't had a chance against an angry Dranzer... Spencer had been next. Though he had improved a lot and his bitbeast was not an easy one, the slate-haired teen had dealt with him quite quickly. The three remaining bladers were giving everything.
Suddenly Kai's blue blade shot out of Wolborg's range and hit Bryan's blade, sending it wobbling. The lilac-haired blader tried to steady his blade but a final blow of Dranzer sent him flying out of the disc.
Bryan picked is blade up and studied the two adversaries intently.
Both were tiring but none let it show. Kai was worse off than Tala. He had been fighting against four opponents and it was taking its toll. Partly because he kept feeding Dranzer with his own precious energy and partly because of the not so harmless attacks from the Demolition boys. His clothes were torn and blood streamed out of numerous cuts.
"Well it's your own fault Kai, you deserve it." Tala remarked icily after Kai had taken another painful slash at his upper arm.
"Dranzer evade it!" Kai commanded as Tala tried to strike again.
"What, to afraid to answer me? You hurt everyone you know... You hurt your team, the group of wimps you called your team... and you hurt me. Maybe you'll feel a bit of the agony we went through! I trusted you!" Tala said in a deadly low tone.
Wolborg took another swipe at the blue blade.
"You're right, I hurt everyone that comes close to me... that is my destiny. But You don't know nothing of what I feel or who I am! So keep your comments for yourself, you're going to be defeated!" The slate-haired blader said in a lethal whisper.
Tala almost took a step back as the burning blood-red orbs looked him straight in the eyes.
"Dranzer, Volcano Emission!" Kai shouted, pouring all of his remaining strength into Dranzer.
The flaming red phoenix crashed down on the icy wolf with a mighty shreek. Blades clashed harder than ever, the dish started to give in under them. Then it stopped...
...
When the smoke cleared a blue blade was spinning in the centre of the demolished dish, a silver blade laid lifeless on the floor next to it.
"You have a lot of extra training to do boys!" Boris voice wasn't shouting but the deadly whisper was enough to make them cringe. "As for you Kai, I expect you to get better, it took you more than an Hour to defeat them. Get back to training!" With that last sentence he walked out.
The Demolition boys had gone, only Kai and Tala remained. Frozen orbs watched silently as Dranzer flew back to her owner who caught her without looking and walked away.
The red-head picked up his own silver blade while pondering over the strange words spoken by the slate-haired blader. 'What is wrong with you Kai? You're always such a mystery. I once thought I knew you, guess I was wrong. I'm always wrong when it comes to you...'
~*~
"Kai where are you?" Tala murmured distressed walking through the thick snow outside the Abbey. His breath formed white clouds in the cold evening air. He rubbed his hands to keep them warm and was about to turn back when he saw a flash of red light.
He held his breath unconsciously when he saw the mighty picture. Kai was standing proud and tall in the cold evening air. His thin cloak and scarf fluttering behind him on the soft breeze. The twilight made his pale skin glow, radiating an eerie light like a ghost. Dranzer battled at his feet with the white snow, melting it on its path only to be frozen directly after.
Tala watched the scene silently for a couple of minutes when he decided it was enough.
"Kai, What are you thinking? Bo-"He shouted but fell silent when the slate- haired teen collapsed in the white mass. "KAI?!" Tala ran to the unconscious teen.
He looked so pale, sweet was dripping of his face. The red-head touched the fragile face hesitating. 'He's burning. Damnit Kai! Why did you go train outside? Why didn't you stop when it was enough? Still too bloody stubborn.'
"Kai, wake up!" He commanded, he had learned that was the best way to deal with Kai, and hit his cheek lightly. "Ah, come on Kai!" His hand descended a second time but was caught in a strong grip.
"I'm awake. What do you want?" Kai's voice was a bit husky from exertion.
Tala helped him up, wether he wanted the help or not and glared lightly at him.
"Boris is raging. Why did you come train out here? Now you'll have to meet his wrath... he's really in a bad mood." He said inquiringly while they entered the slightly warmer rooms of the Abbey.
"I don't care what he thinks or how he feels. I wanted some time for myself- "
"-And train yourself till you drop dead?" Tala finished sarcastically.
"Why are you so concerned about me? The slate-haired teen asked genuinely interested.
Tala opened his mouth only to close it again seconds later. He couldn't answer that question for himself. 'Why *do* I care... he obviously doesn't care for me. I hate him, he left me when I most needed him. I must hate him... I do, right?' He looked up to see Kai smirking.
"What? Getting all motherly. That's not the Tala I remember." Kai said amused, crossing his arms.
"Well I'm not the one you remember, I changed since you left me here to die." Tala snapped heatedly, enjoying the stricken look on the crimson-eyed teen's face. "That is why you were so shaken to see me, isn't it? You thought I would be dead!" His voice was now hard, as were his frozen orbs of ice.
"That I thought indeed... but for a different reason, you don't know..." Kai's tone had become soft en remorseful.
"What, don't tell me you missed me! You were the one that would've ensured my death." He was fuming with anger, every bit of hurt came out. "You weren't there for me, you promised you would be there for me but you weren't!" His voice began to break.
"Listen to me! I never wanted to leave you, I thought you were dead-"
"Oh so you made sure I was dead so you could leave with a mind put at rest!" Tala cut of.
"I SAW YOU DIE BECAUSE OF ME OKAY! I HEARD BORIS SAY YOU WERE DEAD BECAUSE OF MY STUBBORNESS! I left because nothing held me here in the place anymore! Everyone I cared for died because of me and they still do! I-" Kai's words were cut of as his lips were met by soft warm lips.
The next thing he knew, he was pushed against a wall. Strong hands secured his arms at his sides and Tala was kissing him like there was no tomorrow.
"Tala have you seen-"None of them had noticed Boris entering and were quite shocked to see the very angry elder glaring down at them. Tala released the slate-haired teen immediately.
"I could have known you treacherous dog!" He all but shouted and took out his whip. Tala was frozen on his spot as he saw the black leather smudged with blood descending on him. He braced himself for the lash but it never came. Instead he saw Kai standing in front of him, bleeding from a profound gash at his temple.
"Don't." Kai said slowly in a low tone.
The one word held such an intensity, Tala could feel the tension smothering him. Why had Kai jumped in front of him and taken the blow? It was he who forced the slate-haired teen to kiss. Why did Kai defend him?
"So it was you." The purple-haired man spoke the words in disgust. His already ugly face was contorted in anger which made it look even more horrific. The massive hands were clenched in fist, shaking with rage.
Kai passively watched the older man fume and crossed his hands lazily. He didn't know why he did it but he couldn't reverse it so he just wanted to deal with whatever may come.
"Follow me! I think you need to remember your lesson... my little phoenix." The nickname at the end of the sentence made it unmistakably clear what would follow but the crimson-eyed teen followed none the less. There was nothing he could do.
They left the room and a very confused redhead behind.
~*~
His entire weight hung on the shackles at his wrists. Chains secured him to the damp wall, his bare feet brushed against the floor but not enough to give some support. Kai suppressed the shivers caused by the chilly air clinging at his naked body. The feeble moonlight filtering through the filthy window made his pale skin standing out even more.
"Guess what my little phoenix..." Boris sulky voice resounded against the stone walls. He had shed his warm Abbey-cloak and was currently caressing his whip. Though he was fully clothed, Kai knew for sure that would change during the *punishment*.
"I've decided we try something new. This time will try it while standing... in your case that would be hanging. Isn't that exciting?"
This was going to be a long and painful night... But the mask would stay on.
~*~
"THAT BLOODY COLD BASTARD! I can't believe he did that! How could he just leave the team when there is so little time before the championships!"
'How could he leave me?'
"Rei calm down, I know it's not fair..." Kenny tried to still the shouting teen.
"I don't believe it, he brought us there to say he left us! Then why bring us all the way there?!"
'Why bring me all the way there to give me hope and then crash it into one million pieces?'
"Rei, Kenny is right. You can do nothing about it. Kai is wrong, he'll notice that." Even Takao was concerned for Rei and had calmed down enough himself to try reason the distressed Chinese blader.
"I thought we could trust him, *we* made a mistake! He never wanted to stay with us!"
'I trusted him, I trusted and loved the cold one. I tried to capture fire and got burned... I still love him, that's why it hurts even more. I can't get myself to hate him even though I want to.'
"THAT'S ENOUGH REI!" Max suddenly shouted, stunning all of his teammates. "I know, you are hurting... but this isn't helping you. This isn't helping anybody. I don't know why Kai did this but he must have had his reasons for it. Kai isn't the guy to do these things and you should know that out of everybody." The blonde's speech was true, they all find it hard to believe their captain would do such a thing. Sure, he was cold and asocial and sometimes a downright bastard but he wouldn't do this... unless he had a very good reason.
"Oh Max... I..." Rei stuttered, once out of his fit of rage, at loss for words. Tears brimming in his beautiful golden eyes.
"You still care for him, don't you?" Max asked softly in the ear of Rei who was now clinging at his shirt.
The raven-haired teen nodded feebly. Takao, not very clever, gazed at his two teammates in confusion.
"But we all care for Kai right? Okay, maybe do not care that much about him, but I do care..... How do you mean still care? Rei I thought you hated him the way you were yelling about him?" The master of Dragoon asked somewhat disturbed.
"Oh Takao!" Max and Rei said in unison.
The raven-haired teen pulled Max a bit closer and studied the strange looks Takao was giving them. Smiling softly he motioned the blonde the move closer.
"I think he's jealous." He whispered meaningfully in his ear.
"Who... what?" Max understood and went a rosy shade of red.
Rei releases the blonde from his grip and watched satisfied as Takao shifted closer to Max... who was still very flushed. He almost thought back to Kai as Kenny spoke quite hesitating.
"EH guys, you're not gonna believe me... there's another message from Kai." He said confused and held out Dizzy for the others to read.
"Ah not again!" Takao groaned but scooped closer to have a better view.
"He's quite addicted to sending messages, not? Ooh Kenny you better watch out, maybe he's better at computers than you are!" Dizzy commented dryly.
"Oh Dizzy shut up, that's not funny." Kenny said irked... little did he know Kai was indeed better at hacking and that sort of computer stuff.
"Fine I won't say a thing anymore but don't expect any help from me anymore either." Dizzy huffed and disappeared.
They leaned closer to the screen to read the short message Kai had sent them.
Meet me at the frozen lake of Baikal
Tomorrow at noon,
Don't be late!
KAI
"Short, to the point and commanding. Typically Kai" Dizzy snided.
Kenny shook his head slightly at Dizzy's comment but had to admit he was glad they were back on speaking terms.
"Yes, typically him, I wonder what he has in store for us this time." Rei pondered softly.
~*~
"Tala, there you are. I looked all over for you..." He stopped when he saw the dull look in the normally clear blue eyes. "What's wrong?"
Tala seemed to wake up from his daze and regarded Bryan confused. "Kai, he ..."
"What did that bastard do this time to upset you?" Bryan's voice was harsh but Tala knew it was directed at Kai.... 'Kai'
"He defended me Bryan." He said softly. And continued when he saw the inquiringly look the lilac-haired teen was giving him. "You know I went looking for him after the training?"
Bryan nodded and seated himself next to the red-haired teen.
"I found him, training outside in the snow. I wanted to call him but he collapsed... We went back inside after he woke up and ... and we had an argument. It was nothing, really. But I wanted to shut him up so... so I kissed him. That's when Boris came in." he quickly went on, seeing the hurt look on Bryan's face. "I've never seen him that angry before. He looked like he wanted to kill me and tried to hit me with his whip but Kai jumped in front of me and took the blow..." Tala's voice wavered slightly as he told Bryan what had happened.
"Where are they now?" Bryan asked still feeling quite uncomfortable.
"Boris is now punishing Kai... I don't know where." Tala answered softly. They stayed silent for a couple of minutes when Tala spoke up again. "Why did he defend me? I don't get it anymore, do you know Bryan?"
"Probably one of his tricks to confuse you, don't let him influence you. You are stronger than that!" but in his heart, Bryan didn't believe that. It didn't matter how much he loathed the traitor he didn't believe he would do that. But then why? He didn't understand it either. One thing was sure, whether he wanted to help Tala or not, if he hadn't been here nothing like this would've happened.
Bryan laid his arm around the red-haired teammate and was quite happy when this one let that happen. His happiness was cut short as Kai re-entered and Tala stood up immediately.
Kai looked horrible, His clothes were tainted with blood thought they weren't ripped. Tala guessed Boris must have taken the slate-haired teen's clothes off before starting. Cuts were all over his body as far as Tala could see. A dark bruise was already forming on the pale face which was smeared with blood.
"What happened to you?" Tala asked concerned moving closer to check the injuries. He felt hurt when Kai recoiled.
"None of your business." He replied coldly.
"It is, it was because of me... Why did you take the blame?" the red-head asked softly staring into the crimson orbs. He knew hey said it were the windows to ones soul... yet he saw nothing through these fires... nothing but cold indifference.
"I don't know why I did it... I wish I never did it!" the slate-haired teen stated icily and walked off.
Tala sunk back on the floor. 'Why is he such an enigma? I'll never understand him... I didn't when we were young and it hasn't improved now. Argh You're giving me a headache Hiwatari!' He stood back up, dusting off his orange sweater and noticed suddenly that his lilac-haired teammate was gone.
"Strange, I thought he was still here..."
~*~
"Wait!"
The slate-haired blader stopped and turned around to see Bryan running towards him. Not a bit out of breath the lilac-haired demolition boy came to a stop in front of the stoic boy.
"Do you even know what you're doing to Tala?" Bryan asked harsh but genuinely confused.
A simple nod was everything he received.
This only caused Bryan to get angrier, why was he being so... so difficult.
'He acts like he doesn't care but still he did defend Tala... only to hurt him after it. Is that it, make him feel better only so the agony would be worse afterwards as you betray him? Yeah that sounds more like you're style eh bastard!' This thoughts made sense to the lilac-haired blader but somehow he couldn't really believe it. 'Look at him, he still doesn't care!'
Kai leaned against the wall, arms crossed as always. Even though he definitely was hurt and didn't look too good he still managed to look cold and untouchable. Cold but not indifferent. Honest interest was shown on his pale features.
"Why?" Bryan asked warily, stepping closer to the crimson-eyed Russian.
"Because I have no other choice." Kai replied stonily, still locking eyes with Bryan.
"You BASTARD! So you have no other choice than to hurt Tala, And I guess you had no choice either back then when you left him to die?! You think you can do everything because you are Boris' little pet..." The demolition boy nearly shouted, oblivious for Kai's clenching fists. "Oh yeah, I heard him... My little phoenix... You-"
Bryan never got to finish his sentence. A solid punch made his jaw crack.
"Don't talk about things you don't know." Kai hissed deadly, His crimson orbs like deep dark blood on fire.
Bryan whipped off the trickle of blood that came from his mouth. "What, Don't like me talking about you're little punishments... You're only for a couple of days here... We had to endure this day after day, our whole life. You think anyway will have compassion here with you? You're just weak freak to me." The lilac-eyed boy yelled and launched himself at Kai.
Unlike Tyson, he did know what he was doing and Kai Had to block the blow aimed at his head. Trying again he kicked at the slate-haired boy's torso but was repelled easily.
"So you think you can win just by blocking my attacks Hiwatari? Well I'll prove you wrong!" Bryan shouted and attacked again, more fiercely and aggressive than before. This time, he did meet his target. A long painful looking gash crossed Kai's underarm, created by the spiky ring Bryan wore.
"Not so cocky anymore huh." The lilac-haired boy taunted evilly. 'I will get you Hiwatari.'
He attacked again and again. Kai parried most of them but started to tire after a while and more and more blows were delivered to his already injured body.
The slate-haired boy didn't want to hurt Bryan, somewhere in is delusional mind he thought that the demolition boy was right. He didn't have the will to fight him but knew he would have to in the end....
Bryan didn't know what hit him when Kai's feet connected with his advancing fist. Bones could be heard cracking. Only then the fight really started.
Both were growing tired but none wanted to give in to the other.
Punch – parry
'I cannot let him win, he has to pay!' Bryan whipped off the sweat from his brow.
Kick – duck- parry – punch twice
'Damn, doesn't that Hiwatari sweat... But he doesn't look too healthy... Good!'
Parry – parry – slash at his abdomen -...
Bryan stared unbelievingly at the uncovered skin at the traitor's hips. Blue-black bruises in the form of fingermarks stood out on the pale creamy skin.
Kai took his chance and swiped his opponent's legs from underneath him. Bryan landed with a hard *TUD* on the floor... Kai's feet pressing slightly at his neck.
"I won." Kai stated indifferent and removed his foot to start walking away.
"So this is how you became the Master's favourite." Bryan sneered disgusted. He failed to notice the way his enemy tensed. "Did you like it? Did you like the way he shoved his manhood down your arse?"
'Keep walking, don't listen... keep walking.' Kai concentrated on his thoughts to shut out Bryan's harsh words.
"I guess you did... yeah that would be exactly like you eh Hiwatari. Fucking the boss to get higher up the ranks. No-"Bryan shut up as a blue blade spinned dangerously close to head. Damn he knew he should have sit up.
"Shut up. You know nothing of what you're talking about. You know nothing of me and I prefer to keep it that way. I advise you to keep your mouth shut or you might discover you miss some parts of your body. I don't have time to quarrel with you..." The blade shot back to its master and Bryan scrambled up.
"I have an important meeting I don't want to miss." The cold, indifferent voice came from the dark end of the corridor, leaving an angry Bryan behind.
"Damn you Hiwatari, always getting the better of me." Bryan muttered and went off o see Tala, he had some things to tell the red-head.
******~******
Lhune: Ah, that sucked.
Kai: What?! You did all those things to me only to say it sucked.
Lhune: Da
Kai: I hate you so much! (btw are we going Russian?)
Bryan: //looking very pissed// Why does Kai always have to be the better? I could've defeated him easily!
Kai: Yeah right cough wimp cough
Bryan: //Death-glare//
Lhune: Come on guys stop it... and Bryan?
Bryan: Da?
Lhune: That glare is pathetic!
Bryan: WHAT? //is fuming with rage//
Kai: //snorts//
Bryan: Shut up Sharky //glares (not really effective, I know)//
Kai: at least I don't look like a blown up tomato //is almost laughing//
Tala: ...
Lhune: Tala! Thank god, tell them to stop! // looks very relieved//
Tala: Why should I do that? This is very interesting.
Lhune: I give up, there is nothing I can do to... wait a sec // smirks evilly//
Tala: uh oh (teletubby style.. not so, I lie)
Lhune kisses Tala
Bryan and Kai: ... //dumbstruck//
Lhune still kissing Tala
Kai: //smirks// She got you there mate.
Bryan and Kana: Why you *****! Get of my Tala (in unison, cool)
Tala: // looking quite flustered// Kana?
Bryan: hey don't forget about me... Kana? What did you mean? (slow in understanding)
Kana: //blushes// well I like you too Tala.
Tala: //looks very innocent (Kai: impossible! O_o Lhune: Shut up!)// You like me?
Bryan: Forget it, he's mine.. right Tala?
Tala: Hm, what did you say? //looks very dreamily//
Bryan: TALA!!
Kai: //Still looking very amused.// This is fun!
Lhune: Okay, that's it. SHUT UP ALL OF YOU!! //death-glare//
Tala whisper: Hm Kai, did you learn her that?
Kai: Are you mad?
Lhune: I said: SHUT UP!
Everybody: ... //looking scared or angry or... indifferent (who would that be)//
Lhune: Tala, Kana Bryan get out and get it sorted out.
Kana, Tala and Bryan: But Lhuuuu-ne //really whining//
Lhune: OUT!
Kai: Bye bye //smirks triumphantly//
Lhune: As for you, find Rei and comfort him.
Kai: Hn? //not understanding//
Lhune: After all you did to him this chapter...
Kai: How dare you!! //not happy// you're the one who made me do it!
Lhune: FIND REI NOW!
Kai: Wow in a bad mood eh? Fine, I'm gone!
Lhune: finally some rest. //sighs//
Next chapter will be up a lot sooner I hope than this one.. again, I'm really sorry. Next time my version of Lake Baikal.
I'm still doubting whether Tala should find out next chapter what happens to Kai during the punishments... Hm and the grey jacket! Why did I bring that in... Still have to find an explanation for that..
So much work, so little time.
Anyway, as always, hope to see you next time and please REVIEW!! They are the only reason why I keep writing... And I love to torture Kai.
Any ideas for the jacket are welcome and hope you enjoyed this chapter (though personally I thought it sucked)
May the spirit of Dranzer lighten your path in these dark days...
Lhune
