Note: Welcome to a new arc For The Four Warriors Of The World. In this arc, Jacob is looking to get some training from master Stevens, Zack's grandfather. But will he accept him, let's find out:

But before we start the chapter, I would like to thank Alvin D-Rod for help me put this chapter together. So please check his stories out after you're done reading this chapter. Anyways, onto the chapter.


Chapter Twenty-Eight:

The Contest:


We start today's chapter at Master Steven's island, and Master Stevens was admiring the ocean and enjoying the breeze.

Master Stevens was smiling as he felt amazing with breeze and sunshine.

Master Stevens: Ah, this is life. I do wish Katie was here, though. That would definitely make life interesting. Haha. (Just then, he sees something at the far distance) Huh? Who is that?

This person was coming into view, for Master Stevens to get a clear look. What Master Stevens was seeing was a teenage boy who looked to be thirteen years old. The boy seemed to be 4'0 feet tall and weighed eighty pounds. He was bald and had dark brown eyes. What he was wearing was a yellow short sleeve Chinese garb in which the sleeves are folded to make it look sleeveless, and also had black straps on each side, and purple pants with a black belt on his waist and black Chinese shins and toe shoes. The boy seemed to be riding on a small canoe boat, making his way to Master Stevens's island, and soon, he arrives at the island.

Master Steven: Hello there, young fella. How can I help you?

The boy steps out of the boat and bows before Master Stevens.

The Boy: Master Stevens. It is an honor to finally meet you. My name is Owen, from the Niro temple. I have come far and wide, looking for you, in hopes to be taught under you.

Master Stevens: Oh, you came all the way from the Niro temple to be trained under me?

Owen: Yes, sir.

Master Stevens: I see. Well, I hate to break this to you, but I'm afraid that your efforts to find me are all in vain. I am not taking any students at the moment. So I am going to have to ask you to leave.

Owen: (Thinking) Just as I thought, I figured that he was going to turn me down. That's why I came here with a back-up plan. (He then takes his bag out from his boat and pulls out a big pile of dirty magazines for Master Stevens to enjoy) (To Master Stevens) Perhaps this donation will persuade you.

Master Steven: Oh my! This is amazing!

Master Stevens then took the magazines and started reading them all at once, all wild cheering and smoke coming out of his nose.

Owen: (Thinking) Just as I thought, Master Stevens, is a massive pervert. Now that I am feeding his inner pervertedness, he will have no choice but to take me under his wing. And then, I will finally show those clowns back in Niro temple that even someone as short as me can be a powerful martial artist. All I need is a good teacher, and master Stevens is the man to do it. (To Master Stevens) Do you like the donation, master Stevens?

Master Stevens: My boy, I'm not sure where or how you got your hands on these, but you have an amazing taste on women.

Owen: So, about the training...

Master Stevens: Huh? Oh, yes, that. (He then gets back up and clears his throat) My boy, you have proven yourself that you are quite resourceful. And that you have a basic understanding of martial arts from the Niro temple. However, before I take you in, I must first tell you that my training is not easy and not for the faint of heart. My training will test your strength, speed, agility, and endurance. My training will test you to the very limit. Many have taken my training, but very few have passed. Will, you still take part in my training, knowing the trails and challenges you will take part in will not be easy?

Owen: (Bows before Master Stevens) Yes sir.

Master Stevens: Well, then, with that said, welcome aboard.

Owen: Thank you, sir (Bows his head again)

Zack: Grandpa!

Master Stevens turns his head and sees Zack and Katie (He can't see Jacob, Kenta, and Alice because they were sitting behind Zack and Katie) riding on the Skylus cloud and heading towards Master Stevens's island.

Master Stevens: OH SHIT!

Master Stevens then grabbed all the magazines that were lying on the ground and put them in his private sash before they arrived. The last thing he needed was Katie berating him for having so many dirty magazines lying on the ground. He then quickly stepped out and made it look like he was talking to Owen.

Master Stevens: With that said, welcome aboard.

Zack and the others then arrived at the island, and Zack was the first to climb off.

Zack: Grandpa, who's that?

Master Steven: Ah, Zack, back from your trip, with some company too?

Zack: Yep.

Jacob: Hi, Master Stevens. (Jumps off the cloud)

Master Stevens: Ah, Jacob, what brings you all the way here?

Jacob: I would love to be trained by you, Master Stevens.

Master Stevens: Train under me?

Owen: I hate to tell you, buddy, but you're already late to the party. Master Stevens already named me his new pupil.

Zack: Again, who are you?

Master Stevens: Ah, yes, his name is Owen, and he is my newest student. I just took him in before you guys showed up.

Katie: Wait, you just took this homeless kid to be your new student?

Owen: Homeless kid?! I have you know that I am from the Niro temple! One of the many great temples to learn martial arts. Many martial artists were trained in that Temple.

Katie: Oh, really? Then if it's so great, then why did you leave and come here?

Owen: Um, (Clears his throat) I have my reasons.

Jacob: I don't mind having a rival.

Owen: As I said, buddy, you're already late to the party. Master Stevens only takes in a new student once every ten years. So, I hate to tell you this, but you're going to have to wait another ten years to be his student.

Master Stevens: Now hold on a minute there, young man, I'm not sure you know who is talking to.

Owen: He's a kid named Jacob, right?

Master: Not just Jacob, but Jacob Han, the grandson of Marcus Han.

Owen: What?! Marcus Han?! You mean, THE Marcus Han?!

Master Stevens: That's right. He was a famous martial artist, and my number one student, and a good friend of mine.

Owen: Then why is this Jacob guy leaving his grandpa for you?

Master Stevens: Needless to stay, his grandfather died four years ago, and he died before he could complete Jacob's training. No doubt that Jacob wants me to finish his training where his grandfather left off.

Owen: So, does that mean he'll join us too?

Master Stevens: Yes. I feel that if I turn Jacob down, I will be dishonoring my old friend's memory.

Jacob: I will not fail you, Master Stevens.

Kenta: Alright, Jacob, you got in.

Alice: Congratulations.

Master Steven sees Kenta and Alice with Jacob, which he was wondering why they are here for.

Master Stevens: So, what are you two here for?

Kenta and Alice: We want to help to train Jacob and stay at his side.

Master Stevens: Oh, so you're not here to be my students?

Alice: Well, that wasn't part of the plan, no.

Master Stevens: Oh, well then, if that is the case, I will have to ask you two to leave.

Alice and Kenta: What?!

Master Stevens: I am only taking in students. Not cheerleaders. If you came here from not having the goal to better yourself, then you have no place here.

Kenta: Well I would love to learn new techniques.

Alice: I'm the same way because I want to learn how to fight and self-defense.

Master Stevens: You know, I strongly believe that you girls are only saying that so you could stay at Jacob's side, right?

Katie: And what if they are? What's the big deal?

Master Stevens: The deal is I don't need Jacob or Owen getting distracted by the girls.

Katie: How about we make a deal then?

Master Stevens: Like what?

Katie: How about I wear a tank top and shorts until I and Zack leave. Kenta and Alice could become good looking girls if you know what I mean.

Zack: Um, Katie, you always wear a tank top and shorts.

Katie: Well, I'm not right now.

Zack: True, but the clothes you were originally wearing were destroyed when we fought Krystal.

Katie: Well I guess you'll get to have a show, Zack.

Jacob: Oh is this show a new technique?

Zack: (Blushes) Um, no. That's not what she meant.

Master Stevens: Wait, who is this Krystal chick? And what's this about you being naked, Katie.

Katie: Um, it's a long story. I don't want to stand here and bore you guys to death when there's training to be done.

Master Stevens: Okay, I guess you can tell me later. But as for your offer, I already thought of something.

Katie: Like what?

Master Stevens: In order for Kenta and Alice to become my students, they must first pass a test

Zack: A test?

Katie: I don't remember writing a test to be trained by you.

Zack: Neither do I.

Master Stevens: No, not a writing test, this test is to test your surroundings and your Perception.

Katie: Again, I don't remember having to take a test to be trained by you.

Zack: Neither do I?

Master Stevens: The only reason why you and Zack didn't take it is because you are exceptions. Zack didn't take it because he's my grandson, so he gets a pass. And the reason why you didn't take it was because I felt it was my responsibility to get you on the path of good since you were walking up a bad road when we first met. And lastly, Jacob gets a pass because he is my best friend's grandson. And I already told you what I would be doing if I turned him down.

Katie: Okay, and what about the Owen kid?

Master Stevens: Oh, um, he passed a... Special test.

Zack: What kind of test did he pass?

Master Stevens: It doesn't matter. All that matters is he passed the test.

Katie: He bribed you with a bunch of dirty magazines, didn't he?

Master Stevens & Owen: EEEK!

Owen: (Thinking) Damn it, how did she know?! Is she going to have me kicked out before I even begin?

Master Stevens: Um, as I said, it doesn't really matter.

Katie: So if I were to go to where you normally keep your perverted stash, I won't find anything? I should know that there should be nothing in there since I burned your stash a few weeks ago.

Master Stevens: You had no right to burn my stuff. What I do in my spare time is none of your business.

Katie: What you are doing is setting a bad example to Zack.

Master Stevens: Ha! Says the one who wears a strapless tank top that shows off half of her cleavage and booty shorts every day. I'm surprised that he hasn't turned into a pervert already.

Kenta: So, what is the rest?

Master Stevens: Huh? Oh, yes, that. I could tell you, but this island is too small for us to do it, we are going to have to move into a bigger island.

Zack: Wait, are we going to our training grounds?

Master Stevens: Yes, Zack, we are. It is a lot bigger for us to do what we need to do. Jacob tilts his head in confusion)

Katie: Now hold on a minute. I need to change out of these heavy clothes. These clothes are definitely not made for training.

Master Stevens: Well, hurry up and change, because we will be leaving soon.

Katie: Whatever you say (Takes Zack's hand and others didn't understand) I'm taking Zack because I don't want anyone to peek on me.

Zack: Um, okay.

Master Stevens: (Thinking) Good, with Zack there, he can make sure that Katie doesn't go into places where she doesn't belong.

Katie and Zack went to Katie's room.

Katie: Okay Zack, you just stay out here, and keep watch. Okay?

Master Stevens: Well, hurry up and change, because we will be leaving soon.

Katie: Whatever you say (Takes Zack's hand and others didn't understand) I'm taking Zack because I don't want anyone to peek on me.

Zack: Um, okay.

Master Stevens: (Thinking) Good, with Zack there, he can make sure that Katie doesn't go into places where she doesn't belong.

Katie and Zack went to Katie's room.

Katie: Okay Zack, you just stay out here, and keep watch. Okay?

Zack: Will do

Katie nods and went inside to change, closing the door behind her. Zack could barely see Katie Unbuttoning her damaged skirt, but he quickly looks away, knowing that he wasn't a pervert.

Meanwhile, Katie was in her room changing.

Katie: (Thinking) I wish I can take Zack in with me, but I feel he's not ready for that kind of thing yet.

Zack places his head on the wall and his mind begins to think about where do he and his friends go since Crystal Shards are stone now and won't be usable for another year.

Soon Katie came out, now wearing her usual strapless tank top and black short shorts. Zack saw that her tank top showed off half of her cleavage and didn't cover her belly.

Katie: Man, it feels so good to be wearing my usual clothes again.

Zack: (Blushes) Yes... It does.

Katie: You should get changed to Zack, get out of those rich people's clothes.

Zack: Right!

Zack then went to his room so he could change into his usual clothes.

Katie smiles at Zack as she becomes curious about what he'll look like when he's all grown up.

Meanwhile, Jacob and the others were waiting for Zack and Katie to finish getting changed.

Owen: So, does anyone have any cards to play while we wait.

Kenta: I think so.

Katie: Don't bother.

Jacob: Big Sis, welcome back

Katie: Huh? Why did you call me that?

Jacob: Because you are like my big sister.

Katie was kind of touched to hear that.

Master Stevens: Now then, if there is no further...

Katie: Hold on.

Master Stevens: Now what?!

Katie: Well, I figured that Kenta needs a change of clothes. Whatever test you have for Kenta and Alice, the clothes that Kenta is wearing right now is not going to help her one bit.

Kenta: But what can I wear? These are the only clothes I have.

Katie: I can lend you some of my clothes that don't fit me anymore.

Kenta: Awesome

Kenta and Katie went back in to find some clothes for Kenta.

Alice: Hey, how come Kenta gets new clothes and I don't?

Zack: That's because Kenta turned into a werewolf.

Alice: And?

Zack: And did you not see how our clothes were ripped into shreds when we turned into werewolves?

Alice: Oh I see. (Turns to sees Jacob and thinks what would he look like when he was all grown up)

Owen: Can we just please go?

Zack: What's wrong Owen? Are you in a big fat hurry?

Owen: I'm just tired of standing here doing nothing.

Zack: Well get used to it.

Meanwhile, Katie just finished putting on her new clothes. What she was wearing were a black tank top and black shorts and shoes. And unlike Katie, these clothes covered her up. Of course, Katie wore these clothes when she was Kenya's age, so of course, they are a lot less revealing for Kenta then it is for Katie. Plus, the straps were still intact.

After changing, Katie and Kenta stepped out to meet the group.

Jacob: Wow, they look good, Kenta.

Kenta: (Bluhes) Um, thank you.

Jacob: No problem and Alice?

Alice: Yeah?

Jacob: I didn't tell you this but your biker outfit looks cool on you.

Alice: (Blushes hard) Oh, thanks, Jacob.

Jacob smiles at Alice and Kenta which he was happy but he was confused about why they are blushing.

Master Stevens: Now then, is everybody ready?

Zack: Yes sir!

Master Stevens: Okay, get the boat ready.

Zack and Katie went behind the house and started getting the boat ready for the training island as Jacob was trying his best with Alice and Kenta with different jobs.

Zack: Okay grandpa, the boat is ready.

Master Stevens: Good. Everyone, hop on in.

Jacob sits at the corner and thinks about his adventure to the point where it leads to this and everyone else hops in.

Master Stevens: Okay, let's go!

Everyone begins sailing towards the training island with many thoughts.

Jacob: Hey Zack?

Zack: Is something wrong?

Jacob: No, nothing is wrong. I just want to know what I can expect from this training area that we're heading to.

Zack: It's big.

Jacob: Awesome! Maybe we can have a sparring match, Zack.

Zack: Maybe.

Soon, they arrived at the training grounds and found a decent large house in the center.

Jacob: Wow this place is amazing.

Kenta: How were you able to afford this?

Master Stevens: Many years ago, back in my younger days, I won the Martial Arts Tournament and used to that prize money to purchase this land and that house you see before you.

Jacob: Is there another tournament coming up?

Master Stevens: Hmm, that is a good question. I don't keep up with the events of the tournament as much as I used to. I will have to check with my sources and answer that question for you.

Jacob: Awesome and I can't wait to find out.

Master Stevens: Okay. Jacob, Zack, Katie, and Owen, head inside and make yourself at home. Kenta and Alice, follow me.

Kenta and Alice: Yes sir.

Katie: Good luck you two.

Kenta nods at her which Alice smiles at them too.

Master Stevens: Follow me, please.

Kenta and Alice follow Master Steven to the location of where the test begins.

Soon, they arrived at the top of the cliff, and below them was a forest.

Master Stevens: Girls, I hate to break it to you, but only one of you can become my student, and the other must leave.

Alice and Kenta look at each other which they weren't going to compete against one another. They nod at each other to make a decision.

Alice: Kenta... You take care of Jacob for me.

Kenta: You take care of him

Master Steven saw both of them wanted to stay at Jacob's side but they couldn't stay.

Master Stevens: There is only one way to figure this out.

He then takes a rock and a marker and rights his name on.

Master Stevens: You see this rock here? (Shows the rock to the girls)

Kenta and Alice sigh at the real test.

Master Stevens then throws the rock at the forest below.

Master Stevens: Your task is to find the rock I just showed and bring it back to me. The first person to bring it back to me will win the test and be named my student. The loser will be sent home. If both of you don't find the rock within thirty minutes, none of you will join. Now go!

Kenta and Alice went to find the rock which they don't know who is going to win. Unfortunately for Alice Kenta had this game in the bag. Kenta was much stronger and faster than Alice since Kenta was a werewolf. Plus, she had Master Stevens's scent on the rock locked in, so she just had to follow the scent. Alice on the other hand struggled to keep up with Kenta. With every step Alice took in a second, Kenta would four steps in a second, Kenta was much faster than Alice.

Kenta finds the rock but she knew this wasn't fair for Alice. But would she do? It was either she won or Alice won. She couldn't have it both ways, could she? Kenta knew there was no other way around this. So she started making her way back to Master Stevens.

Kenta: I'm sorry, Alice.

Before Alice could blink, Kenta was already thirty feet away from her.

Alice: I guess I'll have to wait to see you again, Jacob.

Soon, Kenta came back to Master Stevens and gave him back the rock. Good job Kenta. You brought the stone back on record time.

Kenta looks down at the ground been sad for Alice.

After a five minute wait, Alice finally made it back.

Master Stevens: Alice, I am sorry. But you have failed the test. For that reason, I will have to ask you to leave.

Alice: Yes sir (She went over and hugs Kenta as she returns it) I'm going to miss you and everyone.

Kenta: Me too.

Alice begins walking to ask Zack to get her back to her big brother.

Meanwhile, Zack and the others were back at the house, getting acquainted with their surroundings.

Jacob: Wow, I'm surprised this place has enough room for us.

Jacob begins exploring the house and sees different areas.

Just then, Master Stevens and the girls arrive.

Master Stevens: Zack, you in here?

Zack: Yes I am here.

Master Stevens: Can you please take Alice home?

Zack: I'm guessing Alice lost.

Master Stevens: Yes, I'm afraid so.

Alice nods at them and she was sad to leave them.

Katie: Come on old man, can't Alice stay.

Master Stevens: As I said, Katie, I don't want cheerleaders around.

Katie: Well, how about she cooks for you guys then?

Master Stevens: Cook for them? Katie, she's only twelve years old, I doubt she can cook.

Alice: Actually, you're wrong... My brother can't cook anything to save his life. I always cooked our meals when we were living in the desert. So I do know how to cook.

Master Stevens: Oh...

Katie: So, how about we make her our cook? The boys and Kenta are going to be starving after they are done with their training.

Jacob: Wow, really?!

Master Stevens: Now hold on. I can't just accept her Willie melee, I need to see if her cooking is up to my standard.

Jacob: Yay both Kenta and Alice get to stay.

Master Stevens: Like I said. I need to see if she is up to my standard in cooking.

Katie: And how is she going to match her standard.

Master Stevens: Simple, she is going to cook tonight's dinner for us. If her food is delicious, she gets to stay. If not, she's gone. No ifs or buts about it, understand?

Alice: I will do my best.

Master Stevens: Good. You have two hours to prepare a delicious meal. Don't disappoint me.

Alice: Yes sir!

Master Stevens: As for the rest of you, follow me.

Everyone follows him outside.

Master Stevens: Okay everyone, listen up. Until our training is complete, we are going to be stuck together, for better or worst. Zack and Katie, these are going to be our new students. (Points at Jacob, Owen, and Kenta)

Zack: Master Steven is going to teach you first then you'll be working with me next and Katie is the final teacher.

Master Stevens: Zack and Katie are going to be my second in command. They are my eyes and ears, so you three better listen to them when they give you orders. Understand?

Jacob, Kenta, and Owen nod of understanding the rules.

Master Stevens: Now then, to pass the time for us until dinner. Let's test you guys out to see where you are. Now, this is quite awkward since there's three of you instead of two. So, here is how we are going to do it. First up, Katie vs Owen, and then Owen vs Jacob.

Jacob: Awesome! I get to fight!

Master Stevens: First up is Kenta and Owen, come forward you two.

Owen gets into his fighting position and Katie gets ready too.

Master Kevin: Now, begin.

Owen: What we waiting for! (He went after to show his skills for everyone to see)

Will Owen, Jacob, and Kenta going to survive the training to become stronger or not?

Find out in the next chapter of Four Warriors of the World!

To Be Continued...