This is a long chapter so I will only post chapter 23 in two weeks' time, but until then, enjoy this chapter and just a little warning, there will be violence in this chapter but nothing too gruesome but it will only be later on in the chapter. Until next time!
Chapter 22 – I will come for you, I promise
Time has flown and it is only two days till the charity tournament. Most of the competing bladers have already landed in Washington DC and is slowly preparing for the main event. Mr Dickenson is currently at the stadium, making sure everything is in order for the event. Dr Black, the man responsible for convincing Mr Dickenson about organising the event, is also present at the stadium but for a whole different reason.
"My men will be waiting at every entrance and will all be wearing casual clothes so that no one can become suspicious about anything. We have designed three weapons and they all will be used whenever they appear, and as I said before Mr Dickenson, no one will get hurt; all the spectators and competitors will be safe. The weapons have been specially designed to only capture sacred beasts by using high pulsing sound waves, and then combining the sound waves with electrical charged electrons, so no harm will be brought onto any human. We will also have the cage at the stadium for when we capture the beast."
Mr Dickenson looked very anxious about the whole situation. "Relax sir, this will work. And they will show up; there is no way that they will let this chance slip them by; I mean, when will they ever get the chance to have all the sacred beasts together in one room ever again?"
"I really do hope you are correct Dr otherwise you will be in deep trouble for a very, very long time."
"You have my word Mr Dickenson."
"Very well Dr Black."
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"What do you guys want to do first?"
"I vote we get food."
"Of course you would Tyson; can't you think of anything else except food?"
"I can for your information, for example, I can think of various ways I want to kiss you Hilary."
"Please don't."
"Ah, come on sweetness, I know you want to smooch." Tyson made fish lips with his mouth at Hilary and she just held him back by pushing against his chest as he continued making kissing noises with his mouth, which really started to work on Hilary's nerves and it won't be long before she explodes and then gives her boyfriend an earful. Cindy saw how Hilary's anger was starting to flare up and before she could scold Tyson, Cindy pulled her away from Tyson.
"Let's just leave the men to do their own thing while we ladies go on our mission. I heard there are some wonderful shops we can go and visit. What do you ladies say?"
"Cindy to the rescue, as always."
"See you boys later."
"What are we suppose to do with ourselves?"
"You are all big boys Tala; figure it out." And with that Solange followed the other young women and got in a cab and headed for the first and nearest mall.
All the former members of the Bladebreakers, along with their girlfriends, Tala, Solange, Cindy and Ciara have met up in Washington DC. Miguel, along with his new family, will be joining them later that evening; they are still on the plane from France. They all arranged their flights so that they all can land on more or less the same time. They have also crossed paths with other bladers that they have met in the past, and they were received warmly. No one has seen the stadium yet, but heard that it is huge and the beydishes are top class. They also have not yet had the pleasure of meeting up with Mr Dickenson as he is constantly busy with meetings, so hopefully they all will get a chance to see him before the event starts. Various musicians have been organised and it seems that the event will be a whole day event. Due to the high demand, it has been organised that the event will be broadcasted live all across the world as all tickets have been sold out. It will also be streaming on the internet on the BBA website. After the event, there will be a party thrown for everyone to attend and just to relax and chill with their fans or their idols.
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Seeing as the men had to get in all the rest they need to in order to practice their blading the next day, they could not join the women for a night out, and so they decided to make it a ladies' night and they all went to a club to just unwind and relax. Cindy left Ciara with Miguel and his son, and his fiancée also joined them on the night out. They went to a huge and popular club called Splash. Cindy just wanted to go and get wasted and just forget the whole day.
Ever since the announcement was made of the beyblading tournament, everywhere she looked was just blading, and the media constantly talked about the incident that involved Kai three years ago. She was really getting sick and tired of constantly being reminded about how she had to watch Kai die and thinking that he was gone. And if that is not all, every blader and his or her blading history is constantly being broadcasted, and despite Kai being deceased, that does not stop the media. They have been constantly repeating of how he became a father at 15, how he made a sex tape at 17, how he killed 9 hospital staff members, how he killed his three friends which were also his team members, and how he finally was killed in the end by a freak accident. The accident story is something Tala and Ray came up with because they did not want to divulge anything about Black Dranzer, and luckily everyone bought the story of the freak accident. Not that it would have made any difference; almost everyone was happy that the killer was killed. There were only a few that showed their support and gave their condolences for the former pro-blader. It was strange how they always idolised Kai but as soon as he did something bad, they all turned their backs on him, and they all forgot that they once looked up to him. No one has anything nice to say about Kai these days, and it really gets on Cindy's nerves. Sometimes she also feels like slitting a few throats, just like Kai did at the hospital.
Tonight will do her good; she managed to get two ecstasy pills that she intends on drinking tonight and just get lost in the music and the lights. Nobody has any idea of her with the party drug and she would rather keep it that way. Cindy plans to get lost in the crowd as fast as possible. She was the one that suggested club Splash after doing research and finding that it was the biggest and most popular club in Washington, and luckily for her, no one questioned her choice. They all seemed just too eager to have a ladies' night tonight; for whatever reason, Cindy really does not care right now. Right now they were six ladies in the rented shuttle, on their way to the club. Cindy, Solange, Mariah, Mary-Ann, Hilary and Miguel's fiancée, are all dressed to kill, all looking very sexy without looking slutty or available. Cindy just wants to dance and forget, and bless the soul of the poor guy that attempts to flirt with Cindy tonight. She is really not in the mood for a hormonal guy that is just looking for an easy lay for the night; she is going to make his night a very unpleasant one.
The young ladies finally arrived at the club after a 40-minute drive from the hotel they are staying at. They were lucky to get access immediately, all thanks to their intoxicating attitude they had towards the two bouncers. When they entered the club, they were all blown away at how loud and toxic the music was, along with the dozens and dozens of different coloured laser lights. 'Now this is what I'm talking about,' Cindy thought with a smirk on her face. She made sure to be last of the girl group and when no one of them was looking, she quickly swallowed both pills, and then followed the others to the nearest bar. The vibe in the club was enough to get anyone in the dancing and partying mood. Cindy could not wait to get lost in that dancing crowd, just letting the music flow through her body, taking her to a trance that is filled with happiness and peace. Cindy decided that tonight she is going to take out all the stops in her outfit; she even went as far as going to the hair salon that is situated at the hotel to have her hair cut. Up until now she had her long black hair that was hanging in the middle of her buttocks, but now they are just below her shoulder blades. She also added copper highlights to her hair that compliments her eye colour. She could not help but wonder what Kai would have said about it. Her attire consisted of leather pants with knee high black leather boots with a thin heel of about 4 inches, a wine red coloured top with long sleeves but that was cut open at the shoulders and had a corset tying effect at the back. Her nails were also done, with long extensions and also wine coloured gel placed on. Her deep black smoky coloured make-up and silver hoop earrings fitted perfectly with her outfit, and her hair was loose, with only a small ponytail tied on top of her head, with two strands of hair framing her face; in other words, Cindy looked breath taking. One would think she dressed in order to catch a man for the night but that was not the case at all. She felt like doing something out of her routine, and that is why she started with her hair and the purchasing of the two party drug pills. Tonight she is not Cindy Kon; tonight she is no one, just a slave for the music and the trance effects of life.
Cindy just purchased a bottle of water and then just told Solange she will see them later and then she was gone. Cindy made sure to move into the crowd as deep as possible so that her friends don't spot her or try and keep an eye on her. Everybody was just dancing, completely lost in their own world and did not care about anyone else around them, just what Cindy needs. There were no bright lights on the huge dance floor; the only light being that of the laser lights that are being reflected off of everyone, so one can't really make out any faces. Some were dancing closely with their partners, others with people they just met and are currently busy building up the sexual tension for the night; some were there, just like Cindy, to just dance and forget about whatever troubles they might be facing in their lives at the moment; others are just dancing to celebrate life overall. The music was perfect with the music, the DJ playing the music that fitted everybody's currents moods. Cindy could feel the pills starting to take effect and loved every moment of it. Suddenly the lights became clearer, the music sounding more and more intoxicating by the second; Cindy could feel how it flowed through her body, her heart beat matching that of the music. She felt so relaxed, like this is where she belongs; in here, with all of these people, in this world of pure euphoria; the lights are their sun, the music being their source of life. Cindy closed her eyes and just allowed the music to guide her body. She moved her hips from side to side, putting her hands in the air and just moving them freely around. It was an intimate affair she was having with the music, allowing it to take over her soul, her thoughts, her emotions, all of her, and to do with whatever it desired. No one paying attention to Cindy as they were all busy having the same experience she was having. In this crowd of dancing people, they all are one; one body that moves to the music, taking up its life force and breathing it in like oxygen, hoping and praying that they could stay in this blissful world forever, into eternity, where they have no care, no troubles, no pain, nothing.
A pair of blood coloured eyes has been watching Cindy the whole night and decided now is the time to move in on her. With his well-built body, and two toned coloured hair, he slowly made his way through the dancing crowd, up to Cindy. He stopped behind her, she having no idea of the stranger behind her. He softly placed his hands on her hips and pulled her closer until their bodies were against each other; Cindy felt the hands on her hips and how she was pulled closer until she was met with a very hard and toned chest, but somehow it all felt so familiar to her, like they were made for her body and that her body has come to know this other body in the past. However, by now the pills were taking full effect of Cindy's mind and she was just so relaxed that she simply just did not care to bother with the guy that has taken her. She just felt even more relaxed being in the presence of this familiar stranger. She placed her hands on top of his and they started moving in perfect unison with each other's bodies. One body, one mind; this is how it felt for Cindy. The smell she was getting was also very familiar to her, almost like there was a stage in her life where this smell was the first thing she smelled in the morning, and by night it was the last thing she smelled, like she fell asleep in it; a familiar warmth also took over her body, especially in her chest area and it seemed like it was just getting warmer and warmer the longer she was in close contact with this familiar stranger.
The music was now controlling both of them, flowing through their veins, like it is their new life supply. Cindy felt the familiar stranger breathing huskily into her right ear, and it sent a wave of shocking electrical impulses throughout her whole body, numbing every nerve fibre in her body, and then jolting it back again with an intense tingling feeling; she could feel how her knees were becoming weak the longer she was in the presence of this familiar stranger, and she enjoyed every sensation her body was experiencing at this moment. It was just then that an image of Kai entered her mind and then a rush of loneliness took over. Cindy opened her eyes and then turned around to finally see who this familiar stranger was and when she finally looked, she was beyond shocked. "You."
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The five remaining women found themselves a quiet booth where they could just sit and enjoy each other's company and their drinks, without needing to constantly scream at each other over the loud music. The booth was surrounded by thick glass so they could only hear the music faintly, but they could at least see the people dancing, even though it was just the front view.
"Here is to our first, of what I hope to be many more to come, ladies' night, girls!"
"Cheers to that!" The five clinked their glasses and took a sip of their drinks.
"It's kind of strange of Cindy to not join us, don't you think so Solange?"
"To be honest, I am actually glad that she is just having a good time. With being a mother, I don't think she gets any real time to go out and just party, so if this is the only time she can just let go, she should go all out; and besides, I think it will also help her forget because these last days, my brother has been constantly mentioned everywhere, and quite frankly, she is getting pissed about it, just like me and Tala. Kai was a good person, it was only here in the end that things took a turn for the worst and he changed, but it seems like everyone has forgotten his good side. When you do something good, they praise you for a while until it all blows over, but the moment you do something wrong, it is forever being brought up and remembered, just like what is happening with Kai right now. My brother has died three years ago but still they can't seem to forget the bad he has done, but the good he did, is not even being mentioned, not once, bunch of imbeciles."
"I know what you mean. When Ray got the invite, the first thing he said was 'I will do this in memory of Kai,' and I could see the sadness in his eyes; what Ray has told me about Kai was all good and he really admired Kai for how he helped them all to become better and stronger in their sport, but unfortunately the others don't see it that way."
"It is just how typical these people are; even with celebrities like singers and actors, they all have the same problem. Their mistakes are forever brought up and people act like they have never done anything wrong which I call bullshit; the only difference is that ordinary people who makes mistakes don't sell magazines, whereas the famous ones who messes up is reason to write one juicy story to sell and to make money; it just makes me sick of how this world is so close-minded."
"That's the world we live in Solange and we just have to accept it, one way or the other."
"I know, I know, but sometimes I just can't help but wonder and think that that has to be the reason why we have serial killers; maybe these are people who got sick and tired of how society just has one way of living and the moment you don't join their way of life, you are automatically classed as an outcast."
"There is no excuse for killing innocent people, not ever."
"Yeah, you are probably right, but anyway you guys, let's stop talking about depressing stuff and do like Cindy is doing at the moment; just forget and enjoy this night."
"Amen to that sister!" They all clinked their glasses again and then started having a good time in their booth. They could spot a few cute guys, and Hilary and Solange just could not resist in inviting them into the booth, to join their own private party, and for their own private amusement. They may be in committed relationships, but that does not mean that they aren't allowed to mingle a bit with the crowd. As long as they don't get physical with the guys, it does not classify as cheating. And it is not like their boyfriends are completely innocent. Tyson, Tala and Miguel have been caught constantly where they innocently flirted with other women, so it is only fair if they also do it.
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She can't really remember the last time she felt this alive, this excited and this happy. It only happened when she was with Kai. Her heart was beating at a rate that would have had any normal person worried, but she just could not care, not tonight anyway. Her lungs were begging her to catch some air, but Cindy did not want to move away from the soft lips she was busy tasting, the tongue that was exploring the inner cavern of her mouth. Her skin was burning where ever he placed his hands upon her body, and she just had to pull harder and harder on his black and gray hair, the deeper and more heated their kissing became.
After overcoming her shock on the dance floor of the familiar stranger, she just grabbed him and started kissing him. They managed to find a quiet and dark corner where the familiar stranger just pushed her up against the wall, her legs automatically wrapping around his waist. Their kissing has been going on for about five minutes so far but by now they both were panting for air, but neither wanted to pull away. Their bodies pressed together, Cindy feeling his arousal between her legs, just increasing to her lust filled body. No words were needed to be said between these two; their bodies were doing all the talking, expressing their feelings and emotions for each other. Her body is longing to have him inside of her, feeling him move within her, their life forces mixing and their bodies becoming one. She would take him right here, right now, and she will never regret it in the future. This is what she needs; to be filled beyond capacity, and only he has the ability to accomplish that; no other man will ever be able to meet up to him, not now, not ever, and this makes her want him even more. Cindy started to tug on the belt of his black leather pants, and he did not show any objection; he instead moved his left hand to her breast to grasp it firmly in his hand, resulting in a moan escaping from Cindy. His hard arousal pressing harder against her already very wet sacred area, resulting in another moan coming from Cindy. His belt finally came undone and just when she was about to pull down his zipper, he stopped kissing her and gently stopped her hand from completing its task it was set out to do. Cindy looked confusedly into the blood coloured eyes, getting lost in the red glint radiating from them, and did not understand why he had stopped her. He smiled softly at her and then spoke in his deep masculine voice, while softly caressing her hand that he was holding.
"Let's wait a little longer Cindy; I want to make love to you in a bed, not here in a club; you deserve much better than this."
Cindy just had to smile and then kiss him. "Then we will wait." The familiar stranger released her and Cindy stood back on her feet, and after watching him re-do his belt, he gently cupped her face in both of his hands and placed a soft kiss on her mouth; she in return placed her hands on his hips. With their foreheads placed against each other, and their eyes closed, they just remained like this for a few minutes, cherishing the special moment. He pulled away, and with her face still in his hands, he looked deep into her eyes.
"I will come for you, I promise."
"When?"
"It won't be long, but I must go now. I will see you soon." They kissed once more, a deep kiss saying everything there is to say, and then he just left. Her lips were tingling where the familiar stranger kissed her and she enjoyed every moment of it. Cindy returned to the dancing crowd, the last few minutes staying in her thoughts, but now she felt alive again, like she rose from a deep sleep, with renewed energy and a new look on life. This night had turned out better than she had thought but there was only one small problem: will she remember it the next morning? Will she remember how it felt to be in his arms, how he tasted, how their bodies were pressed together? Will she remember how she felt during all of this, but most importantly of all, will she remember him and the promise he had made to her?
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Tala and Solange, along with Miguel and his family, and Cindy with Ciara, booked a suite for them at the hotel where all the bladers were staying for the duration of the beyblading event. The next morning approached and everyone in the suite was feeling refreshed, except for Cindy. She was still sleeping and Ciara found it very strange.
"I think mommy is sick."
Solange, Tala and Miguel were all seated at the breakfast table when Ciara approached them. "Why do you say that honey?"
"She never sleeps this late and when I called her, she did not respond." Concern immediately took over Solange, especially after what she witnessed last night.
When they finally located Cindy deep within the crowd, she was acting very strange. She was sweating like she has been running a marathon, her pupils were dilated and she was constantly talking about how she loves everyone of them. Knowing Cindy for a long time now, Solange has never seen Cindy like this and she immediately suspected drugs to be involved, drugs like ecstasy. Solange knew if she asked Cindy whether she took the party drug or not, she will not get the response she is looking for.
Solange, along with Miguel, followed Ciara into the bedroom she was sleeping in with her mother, and just as Ciara has said, Cindy was still asleep, still dressed in the clothes she went to the club with, along with her make-up which was now just a mess on her face. Solange softly made her way to Cindy to just check for a pulse and was very relieved when she felt one.
"Go get me a huge jug of water, please."
"Sure." Miguel went and got the water. Ciara got onto the bed and shook her mother, but still no response.
"What is wrong with her aunt Solange?"
"Mommy is just very tired sweety. Why don't you go to uncle Tala for a bit, while I wake up mommy and make her pretty again?"
"Okay." Without asking any questions, Ciara jumped off the bed and skipped out of the room, the same time as Miguel was coming in with the jug of water.
"What do you think Miguel?"
"No doubt she took some E's; how much I don't know but it definitely was not just one, not when she is still in this state."
"What was she thinking?"
"To be honest sis, I don't blame her for doing it; I probably would have done the same, if not worse. Don't be angry with her."
''I'm not angry Miguel, just disappointed. She has a daughter to think of."
"A daughter that we all can take care of, Solange. I say we let her sleep as long as she wants to; I will take care of Ciara for the day if you don't want to."
"Hey, I will look after her, thank you very much, and I guess you are right; we will let her sleep it all off and take some of the responsibilities off of her hands for today."
"That sounds like a good idea. Just leave the water next to her bedside so that she sees it when she wakes up. Gather some of the stuff Ciara will need and let's just leave her."
"Okay."
Ciara went with Solange to the stadium to go and watch how everyone practiced and prepared for the matches that will be taking place the next day. The little girl did not ask why her mother was still sleeping and Solange just told her that her mommy needs her sleep like sleeping beauty. The moment Ray saw Solange arrive at the stadium with only Ciara, he started to become worried because he has seen how everything was starting to affect his sister and it is breaking his heart to see her go through all of this alone, and it is not that no one wants to support her, no, they all support her but it is just not enough; Ray knows the only one that would have been able to support his sister to the extent that she needs, would have been Kai; on the other hand, Kai is the reason, or more like his doings, is the main reason why his sister is in the state she is in now. Ray thinks that it might not have been such a good idea for his sister to come to this event seeing as it just brings up too many memories for her of the love she has lost. Not once has the media taken his sister's feelings into consideration whenever they bring up the story of how he killed 12 people back in Russia, three of them being his own friends. Thank the heavens Ciara is still too young to understand what is going on, but when she is older, she will be exposed to all of this her mother is currently being exposed to. Ray just hoped Ciara will be able to handle it all should that day come, and that Cindy will know how to support her daughter.
"That's what you get for thinking of food the whole time Tyson, utter sloppiness!"
"Hey! Who died and made you king, or in your case, queen?!"
"Tyson! You will not speak to me like that!"
"You started it Hilary! And my blading is not sloppy; you don't even know the first thing about blading!"
"Just like you!"
Hilary and Tyson was busy with another `lover's quarrel`, the one that defines their relationship and right now, it is a private entertainment show for all the others that are surrounding the two. Ray just had to laugh at how his two friends constantly fight, but luckily Tyson and Hilary has always found a way to make up; it is like they need to fight to remember why they are together because the fighting makes their relationship very unique and also makes them to be one of the cutest couples ever. Tyson likes to get on Hilary's nerves, as that was one of the first he things he fell in love with: her temper. Tyson has never met a woman as feisty as Hilary and he really likes it; Hilary likes how Tyson gets her worked up over nothing because he is the only man she will bother with to scold, and she does it all out of love. Hilary cannot picture her life with anyone else, and doubts that any other man will be able to handle her temper like Tyson does. Tyson has already looked at engagement rings back in Japan and bought a very pretty one: a plain white gold ring with a beautiful 1.25 carat ring. Tyson knows they are still very young but that is the reason why he wants to get married so soon because then he has more years that he can call Hilary his wife. Tyson plans on asking her when they get back from America and then he wants to try and convince her that they should get married just a month after Ray and Mariah gets married, but knowing Hilary, she would demand more time because she would want to plan everything perfectly and she would just scold him and say that he is ridiculous to think she will be able to organise everything in such a short time. Tyson can already imagine Hilary walking down the aisle in her wedding dress, ready to start the rest of her life being his wife; this thought brought a very warm feeling to his heart and a million dollar smile to his face.
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Cindy could hear that she was alone in the suite; usually the TV would be on or she would hear Ciara's laughter but now there was only silence, and yet she was not worried at all; she knew that Ciara will be with Solange. Cindy saw the jug of water next to her bedside and just started to drink straight out of the jug. The previous night was all a blur to her; all she remembers is the music and the laser lights, but other than that, she does not really remember. Cindy does not even know how she got home, although she is sure that Solange would have taken care of that. What Cindy did at the club she will never know unless someone fills her on it, but despite not remembering much, she somehow felt like she did something that made her feel happy and alive again. She knows she took two pills but did not expect it to affect her this much, to the point where she does not remember most of the night; if she knew that would have happened, she just would have taken one.
After finishing the whole jug of water and lying down for another 15 minutes, Cindy finally mustered enough energy to get up and take a shower so that she can feel better and call the others later to hear where they are so that she can join them; being alone right now is the last thing she wants. As Cindy was standing in the shower and allowing the water to just cascade over her body, she just could not stop thinking about last night; she knew something big had happened but just could not remember what it was, and this pained her a bit. Memories of her and Kai came to mind, and how she misses him; she will never be able to fill up the hole he has left within in her heart, the love she has felt for him and that she still feels, is not enough to overcome the hurt of him being gone, and no matter how much time has already passed since his death, she just cannot cope with it; seeing their daughter also does not make it any easier seeing as Ciara is a spitting image of her father. She would probably be capable of doing anything if it means she can just spend one more day with Kai, even if it is just say good-bye to him. Sometimes Cindy feels like that maybe it would have been better if she and Kai never crossed paths, then she never would have felt this hurt, but on the other hand, she never would have had her beautiful daughter and then it makes the pain a bit more bearable. Kai may not have had a heart of gold but the goodness he did have was more than enough for her; they were made for each other and if he never had to change, he never would have killed all those people and he still would have been with her. They would have been married by now and probably would already have had their second child, maybe even a third on the way; now she will never be able to call herself Mrs Hiwatari; luckily Ciara has her father's surname, but what will it bring her in the future? Hopefully when she is big enough to begin to understand everything, the world would have forgotten all about the bad stuff Kai has done, and would not constantly tie her to her father's past; that will just break Cindy's heart. It is not Ciara's fault her father had made a few mistakes in the past, everyone does, the only difference being that Kai was in the public eye and known by millions when he made those mistakes.
After just standing under the shower for about thirty minutes, just being lost in her own thoughts, Cindy finally finished getting cleaned up and then got dressed. She called Solange, and then made her way over to the stadium, never realising the pair of blood coloured eyes that were watching her as she was leaving the hotel.
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"Come on you guys, we should have been on the road by now; get a move on already!"
"Tala!"
"Yes baby?"
"You will not raise your voice at us again, and besides, there is more than enough time left to get to the stadium, and it is not like you are the first that is going to battle."
"Yes love."
"Good. Make yourself productive and go get the car ready."
"See you down stairs." Tala kissed Solange and then left the hotel suite. Miguel and his family has left for the airport to go pick up his parents after they called him the previous evening and informed him that they will be landing with their private jet the next morning. Solange, Cindy and Ciara are almost ready to leave for the stadium.
"The poor guy, Solange."
"Poor guy my ass; he is sometimes way to cocky for my liking and Tala needs to be put in place from time to time."
"And I take it you are the only one capable of doing it?"
"Who else?"
The two women laughed and after gathering all the things that they might need for the day, they made their way down stairs to finally drive to the stadium where the event will be starting very soon.
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The stadium was packed to capacity and camera men were standing everywhere, ready to capture all the action. All the participating bladers have already arrived and are all in their locker rooms waiting to be called up. All the teams will be called up one by one for the introductions, and just like all the other tournaments, they can choose whether they want to stay in their locker rooms for the duration of other teams' battles, or they can watch it; there is no definite rule in this. If some of them feel like that they would rather practice some more instead of watching a battle, they are more than welcome to. The event is after all for charity to raise enough money for all the sheltered four legged friends.
The stadium has undergone major renovations, especially the roof. Where it once was a closed roof, it has now been replaced with glass one so that the blue sky is visible for everyone, and it will also add to extra quality lighting for everyone in the stadium. More seats have been made available and right now it seats 100 000 people, excluding the seats that have been reserved for the players and their families. The previous evening all the bladers met up with Mr Dickenson and some of the other judges to hear all the rules, and to know what is going for what. They also have been handed the list of which teams will be battling which, and this list has only been finalised that very morning. Tyson has asked Tala whether he is interested in joining up with The Bladebreakers and he gladly accepted the offer so for the duration of the competition, Tala will be a Bladebreaker. There will also be a few special surprise performances and it is promised to be one epic tournament. All the family members and friends of the participating bladers are already all seated, anxious for the first battles to start. Dr Black's men are also all stationed at their respectable places, and so far have not raised any suspicions among anyone; all waiting to make their move whenever their targets make their appearance, which Dr Black is positive will happen later on.
The first battle is scheduled to begin in 30 minutes which seems like a lifetime of waiting for some of the bladers, bladers like Tyson.
"I just don't get it why we can't go up first."
"Tyson, Mr Dickenson already told us how the selection was made and the names that were drawn were the finale decision. Just try to relax; as soon as you start relaxing, the time will start passing much faster and before you know it, you will be up in the dish."
"Don't you ever get tired of being so optimistic all the time Maxi?"
Max just chuckled, "No, not at all; it is just a way better way of life, that's all."
"Gee, thanks for that very inspiring answer, but anyway, the least they could do is start doing the introductions, which would be so much better."
"They will start soon Tyson; just listen to Max and relax. You don't see me, Ray, Kenny or Max this anxious because we all know that it will help nothing at all."
"Fine Tala; I'll join you bunch of relaxed boys." Tyson sat down on the chair with a great force, arms crossed over his chest and pouted like a child, which caused the others all to burst out laughing.
Soon enough it was time to start the show. Mr Dickenson appeared on the stadium with three fellow judges, to make his speech in welcoming everyone to the stadium.
"Good morning ladies and gentlemen as I warmly welcome you all to this special event of the BBA, which is done all in the name of charity for our lovely four legged friends," Everyone clapped and cheered when he mentioned the animals for who this is done. "I am sure you are all excited and cannot wait for the battles to begin which will be shortly. First up I would like to thank all our participating contestants; without you, this simply would not have been possible. I know that the sport has not been the same but I have complete faith that it will be restored to its formal glory. Secondly, I would like us all to bow our heads for a minute to show respect for the bladers that we have lost the last couple of years: Ian Papov, Bryan Kuznetsov, Spencer Petrov, Brooklyn Masefield and lastly Kai Hiwatari. We have lost all these very talented young men at a very young age which is most unfortunate, so if you will, let us please bow our heads and give them all a moment."
Silence overtook the stadium as they showed their respect for the five young men, but most of the audience did not do it for Kai, seeing as three of the deaths were caused by his hands.
No suspects have been arrested in the case of Brooklyn and the police still do not have any clues or evidence to work with in order to catch someone, so it is only a matter of time before it is declared unsolved or just referred to as a `cold case`.
The minute passed and everyone raised their heads when Mr Dickenson continued with his speech.
"Our audience is reminded that this event is solely for charity and that is why, the rules will not be applied like in the formal matches. No matter who wins or loses, at the end of the day, everyone will be declared winners. Now, we will have an opening ceremony which I do hope you all enjoy, and I just want to add one more thing; no expenses have been spared in order to insure the safety of the beydishes; they are all still full of action packed booby traps but are 100% safe for those who might have concerns about the beydishes. Well, without further a due, let us get started with the introductions and then the opening ceremony, and then it will finally be time for the first battle to take place between two very well known teams: The Blood Suns against the Golden Pumas!" The crowd applauded Mr Dickenson and then he made the introductions of all the teams. The participating teams are as follows: The Proverbs, The Malice Gang, Blazing Sands, The Bladebreakers, Blackroses, Liberty Bladers, Vixens, Royal Unicorns, Black Army, Armoured Battalion, Blood Suns, Yang Clang, Golden Pumas, Lightning Angels, Monster Foxes, Goldies, Sahara Stardust, and then three completely unknown teams: Amazon Wolfs, Blinding Pythons and Feline Gods. The only team missing from the list is The Blitzkrieg Boys but The Bladebreakers have decided to dedicate their match to the former Russian team.
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Most of the bladers have returned to their locker rooms after the introductions, whilst only a few decided to watch the first battle. The Royal Unicorns have returned to their locker room seeing as none of their family members could leave their works back in London to join the event but promised to watch their match on the internet.
"Are you guys still sure you want to fight? It just does not feel the same without Brooklyn, and especially so quick after his death."
"This is what Brooklyn would have wanted, Ming-Ming, and besides, it is way too late to withdraw now. The battles have already been finalised and it will be unfair to the organisers if we suddenly decided to pull out now. We have to do this for Brooklyn; he would not have had it any way."
"I guess you are right Garland; okay, for Brooklyn."
"For Brooklyn!"
"What do you think of us facing The Bladebreakers once again?"
"I think you and Ming-Ming should face them this time, seeing as Brooklyn and I faced them in Moscow; it will only be fair that you also get a chance to fight against them, that way you can be sure that you will fight with real power and test yourselves, because if I know them, they will go full out with their power."
"Yeah, I saw how strong they were in Moscow, well, if you are certain about your choice, Ming-Ming and I will gladly face them, no matter who they send up. I do hope I get to fight against Tyson."
"I want to fight against Tala."
Both Garland and Mystel looked at Ming-Ming, surprise written all over her face, to which she had to giggle at.
"What? The guy is cute."
The other two just sweat - dropped at Ming-Ming's comment. "Women; I will never understand that species; they are just way too complicated."
"No we are not; it is only you guys that refuse to understand us because you think is it too much work, you bunch of lazy asses."
"Typical woman; it is always the man's fault, never the woman's ...hey!"
As Garland was talking, the lights in their room suddenly went out, and seeing as there are no windows, it was completely black with no sign of any illumination in the room.
"Guys, who switched off the lights?"
"Not me. Mystel, you are the closest to the door, open it up so that we can see what it going on."
Garland got no response from Mystel and called him again, but still nothing. Garland then tried to walk over to the door, trying to remember where the light switch is exactly situated. After a few moments of silence, Ming-Ming called for both Garland and Mystel, but was only greeted with silence.
"Guys, come on, this isn't funny. Stop playing around and switch on the lights!" Ming-Ming suddenly felt two strong arms wrap around her, one around her waist, and the other over her mouth, covering it and preventing her from screaming, and was then pulled against a very firm and toned chest. Ming-Ming felt his breath in her ear, and for a split second it sent a wave of arousal throughout her body, but she quickly came to her senses and could not help but start to fear for her life.
"Your friends are dead Ming-Ming and you are next. See, I need to go up to the stage to face a certain team, and seeing as you are the unfortunate team scheduled to face them, I need your spot, and unfortunately the only way to obtain it is to kill you." Ming-Ming started to tremble out of fear as the stranger spoke, realising that he is also going to kill her. "Don't worry, it will be quick." Ming-Ming felt how he let go of her waist and the last thing she remembered was the blade touching her skin, before her throat was slit. The stranger dropped her bleeding body and then left the room as if nothing had happened.
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The Bladebreakers all went to sit with their friends and family within the stands, except Tala; he had to go back to their locker room because he forgot his phone and his blade. Since Tala has arrived at the stadium, he could not help but feel restless about the whole place. It was like something was there that should not be there. Tala got to the room and got his stuff. Tala had to walk past the room of the Royal Unicorns which wasn't a big deal the first time but it all changed when he walked past it the second time; a sudden chill took over his whole body and Tala just stood there still for a few seconds, unable to move. It was just confirmation to him that something was very, very wrong here. Tala gathered himself and then went to open the door to their room, but was surprised when he found it locked. He knocked a few times but there was no response. Hoping to see them in the stands, Tala left, but was starting to feel very uneasy when he could not spot them anywhere in the stands that were reserved for the bladers.
When he took his seat next to Solange, she immediately saw something was wrong.
"Are you alright babe? It looks like you have seen a ghost." Tala just gave her a nervous laugh and told her he thinks his nerves finally kicked in, realising that he hasn't battled in a very long time, but she didn't buy that excuse, but decided not to force it anymore. Tala looked around the stadium, hoping to catch sight of any of the three members but found none.
'Something is not right; there was something very dark and sinister in that room and I would rather not find out what exactly.' Tala did not focus on the battles at all, and kept looking around nervously. Solange, and even Cindy, noticed this. Cindy just looked at Solange and asked with her eyes 'what is going on?' and Solange just shook her head, indicating that she does not know.
Tala was brought out of his thoughts when he heard Tyson scream when an epic attack took place between the two bladers down in the dish. The Bladebreakers are not scheduled to fight for the next four matches, so will only be fifth, but Mr Dickenson has decided that after every four battles, there will be a break where there will be performances, so the team will have to wait even longer for their matches, which is against the Royal Unicorns; but somehow Tala has a feeling that it will not be the original three members that they will be facing. Tala was not concentrating on the match at all and got more nervous by the minute. Ray who was seated right behind the red head, started to notice that Tala was constantly looking around the stadium, like he was looking for someone. Ray then decided to try and find out what is wrong so he leaned forward and asked Tala whether he wants to walk with him to the tuck shop to get some snacks for everyone and Tala agreed. The two friends got up and made their way out of the stands, and when they were finally alone and away from the screaming crowd, Ray wasted no time in asking what is wrong.
"Why would there be anything wrong Ray?"
"Tala please; you are shaking and sweating, you constantly look around in the crowds like you are searching for someone and even your attitude is not the same, so I am going to ask again: what is wrong?"
Tala sighed and pulled his hands through his hair before he started to talk again, "Something is very wrong Ray; I don't know how to explain it but I can just feel it. Earlier when I walked past the locker room of the Royal Unicorns, I could just feel the darkness radiating from that room. I knocked but no one answered and when I wanted to go in, the door was locked, and I haven't seen any of them; I just know something is wrong Ray, please, you have to believe me."
"I believe you because I have been feeling the exact same since we arrived; it is like someone is constantly looking at me, but when I look to see if I can spot anyone, I see no one suspicious, so don't worry; you are not the only one freaking out, I am just better at controlling it and keeping it under cover."
"What do you think is wrong?"
"I would rather not find out Tala, but let's forget about it for now; maybe it is just our nerves that are playing games with us."
"I really hope you are right Ray."
"Just try to forget about it, besides, I promised Mariah I will get snacks for us all and if there is one thing I fear the most in this world, it is that temper of hers." Tala just chuckled at him because that is how he feels about Solange's temper; there is nothing scarier than a woman's temper.
The two men got the snacks and then headed back to the stands. Tala felt a bit more relaxed knowing that Ray also feels the same and really hopes that it is just nerves causing them to feel so anxious.
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"Dr Black, the readings are getting stronger by the minute; there is no doubt, they both are here."
"Good; tell Mike and Jerry that they should start getting the cage set up; it won't be long before they make their appearance and then you all should take up your places just as we have discussed, and then when I make the call, you, along with Chris and Jim, will fire at the main target."
"Understood Dr; we will be ready."
"Over and out."
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"Wow! Was that one epic battle or not?!"
The crowd started screaming as DJ talked. "I will remember that match until my old age, which is if the old age doesn't make me forget. Now, onto our next epic battle which will be between the Vixens and Goldies, and both teams have requested that they all fight at once, so hold onto your seats folks because it is sure going to be a match that will blow the roof off of this stadium, and please, I don't mean literally! And here they are! The Vixens against the Goldies! Bladers take your places!" The bladers all took their places around the dish with their launchers ready. The crowd joined in when DJ started to count down and then the action finally began.
Seeing as the Vixens love to use their looks to their advantage, they will have a bit of trouble on this team seeing as there is also a female blader on the team of the Goldies. Carla is not one that will fall for their tricks, and Carla is also the strongest fighter on her team so her team mates have decided that they will keep her covered for most of the time and after they have worn out the Vixens, Carla will go in for the kill and take them out all at once. That was the plan and so far it looks like everything is going according to plan; the Vixens had no idea what the Goldies are planning and were too busy with their old tricks, that they didn't even notice that Carla's blade was not taking part in any of the attacks; that was, until it was too late. The battle has been lasting for about 8 minutes and by now the Vixens were all a bit tired and now were the perfect time for Carla to attack. With one swift movement, she burst through her teams' blades wall that they have formed around her, and threw all the blades from the Vixens from the dish. They had no chance of attacking back; it was over in a matter of seconds, leaving the crowd to jump from their seats as they cheered for the brutal planning and attacking from the Goldies. The Vixens were a bit sad that they lost, but Carla reminded them that it was just for fun, and the two teams left the stadium as friends.
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The next battle was between the Blazing Sands and The Malice Gang. The stadium was designed into a water fountain and caused some nervous moments throughout the battle, but in the end, the Blazing Sands emerged victorious. So far the stadiums have all been very safe, not like they weren't in the past, but now the crowd had been convinced that blading indeed is a safe sport, and that what had happened with Kai in Moscow was just a freak accident. The first dish was in the shape of a pentagon with steel pipes everywhere, in which the bladers had to find their way all around the pipes in order to attack their opponents; the second dish was shaped like a mini-forest with two huge mountains, one of them that acted like a volcano; luckily for the bladers, the volcano did not spew out lava, but instead a white sludge that flowed slowly from the mountain and if a blade is caught in the sludge, there is no way the blade would have been able to escape from it. Luckily no blade was caught up in the sludge, but it did prove very entertaining for both the fighters and the crowd.
Next up is the Lightening Angels against Blackroses, which will then be followed by a thirty minute break where three artists will be performing, with an additional surprise guest, and then it will finally be the battle between The Bladerbreakers and the Royal Unicorns. So far Tala had not spotted any member of the team, and neither has anyone discovered the bloodied bodies of the three remaining members of the team, whose throats have all been slit with a scalpel.
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As the battle between the Lightening Angels and Blackroses were progressing, a cloaked figure was way up in the stands, looking over everyone in the stadium.
'Look at them all; I cannot wait to demolish and wreck havoc in this entire stadium.'
'Easy my dark phoenix; we will have our vengeance and it will be sweet.'
'I sense that those scientists have sent their men here with their weapons and that cage.'
'I want to see them try and contain evil. We shall kill them all, along with all these sickening creatures. I will call for you when I have ensured the safety of my child and her mother; make sure you are ready.'
'I will be there when you call, my young companion.'
'Good. From today on, everyone will know that evil walks among them.'
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The performance was over and it was epic. Many of the spectators joined in the singing or just started dancing in their seats; the vibe in the stadium was just cheerful and peaceful all throughout the entire stadium. As the last performer was making her way off of the stage, DJ came on to announce the next teams that will be participating.
"I hope you all enjoyed that just as much as I did! It sure got me in the party mood, am I right?!" The crowd burst into cheers and DJ just had to smile at this.
"Well, then I guess I have to throw one huge after for our after party, but enough partying for now; our next two teams who will be facing each other are the famous Bladebreakers and the Royal Unicorns! Will the team members please make their way over to their assigned benches?!" Since all the members of the Bladebreakers were in the crowd, they did not take long to get to their bench, and while they all were waiting for the Royal Unicorns to appear, Tyson had a small announcement to make to Tala.
"Dude, the others and I have agreed that you will be the first to battle, you know, just to make your debut as the newest member of the team, and I know it is only for today, but from now, you will always be a part of The Bladebreakers."
"You guys, I, wow, I don't know what to say; thanks I guess, and I will try my best to make you all proud."
"We know you will, but enough for now; go get them you Russian wolf." Tala just had to smirk at Tyson's remark but felt honoured being called that. Tala then left his new team mates and made his way onto the platform while everyone was still waiting for the Royal Unicorn members to show up.
"Can all participating members of the Royal Unicorns please come to the platform?!" DJ has already called for them two times but still nothing.
"Maybe the intercom is broken in their room."
"Impossible. Those intercoms are brand new and they all have been tested this morning."
"Maybe they just decided to withdraw from the competition."
"There are procedures to follow. Look Tala, if they don't show up soon, I am afraid you won't be able to fight today. All teams have already been given their opponents, so..."
"Look."
DJ turned to look at what Tala was pointing and everyone saw a figure making its way into the stadium, dressed in a cloak, and its face hidden from everyone. The figure made its way onto the platform and just kept its head down. No one knew who this mysterious person is, or why it is on the platform. Tala could not help but feel very tense at this figure. Judging by its body shape, it has to be a male because it is tall and looks like it is very well-built.
"Can I help you buddy?" At first it said nothing but when DJ was about to say something else, it finally spoke.
"I will face him first." Tala gasped when he heard his voice. DJ did not seem to recognise it, and no one else could hear the conversation on the platform.
"Are you part of the Royal Unicorns?"
"Enough with your idiotic questions, you imbecile."
"Excuse me?" DJ was very surprised at the rude behaviour of this unknown person, but Tala on the other hand was beyond shocked. He could not see his face but he knew very well who is underneath that cloak.
"You...you are supposed to be dead."
"Dead? What are you talking about?" DJ had no idea what Tala was talking about and then he heard the stranger started to chuckle.
"Disappointed are we?" The figure lifted its head and Tala could clearly see the red glint in the eyes, those evil eyes that has given him so many nightmares.
The stranger started to unbutton his cloak and when he removed it and dropped it to the floor, everyone saw who it was and shock took over the whole stadium. There, in all his glory, stood Kai Hiwatari, the young man responsible for so many headlines and heartache. Cindy felt like her heart had stopped beating. He has changed, became more toned than before and he seemed like a much darker person now then he was before. The hair was the same, along with the black triangle tattoos but it was clear he was pure evil. Everyone just stared at Kai, all too afraid to move or say anything. Tala was frozen to his spot, just like all the others, all except for one little girl.
"Daddy!" Ciara jumped from her seat the moment she realised it was her father and before Cindy could stop her, she started running down the steps, making her way to her father. Kai heard the voice calling him and when he turned around to see who it was, pride filled him. Ciara made her way up the steps of the platform and right into the arms of her father, where Kai kneeled to pick her up. He embraced his daughter tightly and she did the same; if one didn't know the past of Kai, one would think he was a loving person, judging by how he was holding his daughter. His eyes were closed and he had a soft smile on his face as he just continued to hold his daughter in his arms. Cindy could not help but feel so proud of the scene playing out right in front of her. She also got up and slowly made her way to the platform.
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"Dr, what are your orders? He has a child with him."
"Just wait for my orders; I want Black Dranzer to make its appearance first before we do anything else. For now just remain in your positions."
"Affirmative Dr."
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She started to walk down the steps, and then Kai looked at her, his eyes softening even more at the sight of his one true love. Tears started to build up in her eyes as she got closer and closer to him, until he embraced her too with one arm. She returned it, tears now running freely from her eyes. For a moment they looked like the perfect family, full of love and respect for each other, but the father is in fact a very bad person. Cindy then pulled back just enough to look into Kai's eyes and she could clearly see the love in them.
"I've missed you so much Kai." Kai said nothing but instead responded with a kiss, and just like that, it hit her; all the memories from the club came rushing back to her. Kai was at the club with her and he promised her that he would come for her. "I remember two nights ago."
"I know my love, but we will talk later; right now I want you to take Ciara and get out of here as fast as you can."
"What do you mean Kai?"
"Just go, please. Ciara, please go with mommy." Kai handed Ciara to her mother, and with one last kiss, the two women turned and left to make their way through one of the halls. When he no longer could see them, Kai turned back to face Tala who was still trembling from fear.
"What is wrong, old friend? It looks like you have seen a ghost."
"How is this possible Kai? You were destroyed."
"I am sure that is what you all had hoped for, you and all that good for nothing sacred beasts."
"Kai, I had no idea that was what they were planning, you have to believe me."
"It doesn't matter." Just then Kai lifted his head and looked at the glass roof and then he called the name of Black Dranzer, sending chills down everyone's spines who knows of the beast. In a blink of an eye, the glass roof shattered, resulting in thousands of pieces of glass to rain down onto the people, instantly killing many who have unfortunately found themselves in the path of the falling glass. Chaos broke out in the stadium as everyone scattered to their feet, trying to make their way to the exits, just as Black Dranzer was landing beside Kai on the platform; it stood tall and proud, and the darkness radiating from it along with its beauty.
Tala just looked at the two in front of him; the two that wants to ruin the world.
'Get a grip Tala; you are just as bad as him so why fear him? You were killers at one time, taking innocent lives side by side, so why fear him now?' In that instant, Tala felt how all his fear disappeared from him; Kai immediately sensed the change in Tala's demeanour and had to smirk at this.
"Finally realised that you are just as bad as we are, my friend?"
Tala smirked back. "I will not deny that, but there is just one difference."
Kai tilted his head a bit, appearing very amused by Tala. "And what is that?"
"I'm not an asshole." Tala charged at Kai without him even realising it at first, but when he came to his senses, Kai quickly blocked the fist that was coming right at him. Kai and Tala regained their composures and just glared at each other, now standing in each others' spots; Tala felt no fear in standing next to Black Dranzer. The black phoenix just stood and watched the two former friends glare at each other. It heard Kai's voice.
'Start with the opening of the portal while I take care of him, and please do not be shy in killing as many as possible in the process.'
'Have fun young one.' Tala felt a sudden wind develop and saw Black Dranzer take flight. Just that second of focusing on the phoenix, was all Kai needed to attack Tala and he successfully landed a hard blow on his former friend, sending the red head across the floor.
Tala just stood and wiped the blood from his split lip, and just smirked at Kai. "Let's get this party started."
"Let's."
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Dr Black's men were having a very difficult time in getting through the crowd in order to get to Black Dranzer and Kai. The Black Phoenix was just standing on the platform right beside its companion.
Miguel held his son tight to him with one arm and with is other hand, he held on tight to his fiancée's hand as he struggled to get through the crowd to get his family to safety. He didn't know what to make of the whole situation when he saw his younger brother reveal himself; one part of him was overjoyed that Kai is still alive, but the other part knew that this is not a good thing, that trouble is coming now that Kai is back, along with Black Dranzer. Solange and Tala had told him all about Black Dranzer, and that is why he knows all of this is the start of a very bad thing. Miguel had tried to get Solange to come with them, but she just refused; right now she is also struggling to make her way through the crowd, except she is going in the opposite direction, trying to get to Tala, who has started fighting her twin brother. Miguel looked up when he heard the people started to scream and saw that Black Dranzer is flying around the stadium, catching a few people in the process and ripping them in half, a very gruesome sight to witness. Everyone started to become more and more desperate to escape the chaos, so desperate that many got trampled to death as no one was thinking clearly.
Ray, along with his team mates, have all made their way to their loved ones, and all of them are also trying to get to safety which is proving to be almost impossible. Ray saw his sister leave earlier with his niece and prayed to God that they have made it to a safe place. It is clear Kai still cares about Cindy and Ciara a lot which brings him some type of relief, but he does not want them to be involved with a mad man and a killer. Who knows what Kai might do to them when he loses his temper with them? Ray would rather not think of it right now. He was holding tight to Mariah's hand, making sure that there is no way he is going to lose her in this chaos. Luckily Kenny, along with Mary-Ann, Alec, Mila, Tyson, Hilary and Tyson's grandfather were all in front of Ray, which brought a sense of peace over him, knowing that they are still safe, for now; but however that peace disappeared when he heard Max scream and when he turned around, he was greeted with a horrible sight: Black Dranzer has taken Max, and Ray, along with all the others, had to watch as their blonde friend was ripped in half and then discarded as if it was just trash.
"Max!" Tyson tried to run back but Kenny and Ray had to push him back.
"There is nothing we can do Tyson! He is gone!"
"But Ray...!"
"Let's just get out of here Tyson, just go!" With tears running down his face, Tyson turned around and then tried to push his way through the crowd.
The men of Dr Black had to endure all of what Black Dranzer was doing because neither of the men that were in possession of the weapons had succeeded in coming close to Black Dranzer, the panicked crowd making it a very difficult task for them. Black Dranzer proceeded on killing a few hundred more, before it landed next to the platform where Kai and Tala was still in a full on fight with each other. The phoenix opened its black wings and then gave out a very loud battle cry that could be heard through all the panicked screaming of the people.
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Tala and Kai lunged at each other full force, both falling to the floor. Kai got the upper hand and pinned Tala to the floor, with his whole body weight on top of his red head friend. He started to hit Tala continuously in the face with both of his fists, a few being blocked by Tala as he tried to land a punch back at Kai but failed miserably. His mouth was bleeding profusely by now, to the point where he felt it making down its throat and if he doesn't get off of his back shortly, he will choke to death on his own blood. Suddenly Tala got some unknown strength and was able to grab Kai by both of his wrists and luckily prevented him from landing anymore punches to his face. Kai just sneered at him and removed his wrists from Tala's grasp; Kai then got up but before Tala could get to his feet, Kai landed a powerful kick in his stomach, causing Tala to cough for air and also coughing blood.
"Get up." Tala heard his former friend demand him but he was in so much agony right now, that he just did not care. At that moment he heard Max's name being called and looked up just in time to see the two halves of his friend's body fall from Black Dranzer's claws. That angered him so much that he suddenly regained all his energy and got up to his feet and immediately charged at Kai, catching the two toned young man off guard, and tackling Kai flat to the ground, and now Tala was pinning Kai to the floor. He landed one punch but that was about all he could manage before he felt his neck being gripped by Kai's legs. Kai had managed to get a firm grip on Tala's neck and then removed Tala from him, and once again the red head Russian was pinned to the floor, coughing and struggling to loosen Kai's grip from his neck.
"You screwed up Tala and now you will join the other weaklings in the past life. You could have been by my side but instead you chose the side of the light and there are consequences for standing against me." Tala continued with his struggled, all the while he tried to talk to Kai.
"I...wanted to...join...but...they...the beasts...got in...the way...you must...believe me Kai...please."
"You only wanted to join in order to save those morons you call friends; you really do insult my intelligence."
"That is...not...true...please...stop." Kai and Tala heard Black Dranzer give out a cry and Tala could hear Kai say 'finally,' and somehow he knew something very bad is about to happen. Kai continued to hold Tala's neck but he decreased the pressure just enough so that Tala could breathe again.
"Don't get too happy; I only did it so that you will be able to witness the beginning of the end of this pathetic planet and all this mayhem taking place. Now is the start of the new order."
Tala managed to turn his head into the direction of Black Dranzer and could not really make out what the black phoenix was busy with. He just saw sparks that appeared out of nowhere, until a small black circle started to appear, and it slowly got bigger and bigger.
The sparks got stronger and started to look like lightening, and when the black circle were as big as a door, it appeared to be a hole, some sort of doorway to another world. Tala saw how a black figure jumped out, and then more and more started to come out, and they all headed towards the screaming people and started attacking the people, killing them. Kai started to laugh like a mad man, scaring Tala shitless.
"What...what are those things Kai?" Kai did not look direct at the red head, and kept his eyes on the black figures as he spoke to his former best friend.
"Demons; they are here to help Black Dranzer and me to start with correcting this chaos. Those who oppose the darkness will be killed immediately."
"You really are evil." Kai turned to look directly at Tala and the red head saw how Kai's eyes were glowing red; that red glint has intensified immensely and it freaked Tala out to look into those eyes, the eyes that were once just mahogany, and which belonged to his best friend, but now they belong to a monster, the monster that took his friend away from him.
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The men of Dr Black saw the black figures coming out of the portal like thing and knew that they have to hurry up with their plans. Kai has to be killed and Black Dranzer has to be captured, that is the only way this chaos will stop. A sacred spirit cannot be destroyed by human methods; only a sacred spirit or sacred beast has the ability to destroy another, and unfortunately the sacred beasts that destroyed Kai and Black Dranzer three years ago had no idea that they are back and there is not enough time to gather their strength and stand together like last time. The weapon is the only way to stop Black Dranzer, and luckily, Kai can be killed with a simple gunshot seeing as his body is still that of a mortal human being.
Luckily, two of the men, Chris and Jim made their way through the crowds and stood right behind Black Dranzer.
"Fire at will!" Kai did not see the two men stand right behind his phoenix with the weapons in their hands, and neither did Black Dranzer sense them as it was too focused on the portal. Chris and Jim looked at each other and Chris signalled that they will fire in three counts. Chris started the count down with his fingers and when they reached one, both men fired at Black Dranzer, causing the phoenix to screech out in pain. Kai heard this and released Tala at once. Black Dranzer was encircled with glowing beams and it seemed like the beams was electrocuting him, causing the phoenix immense pain.
"No! Let him go!" Tala analysed the situation very quickly and just as Kai was about to jump from the platform to attack the men that fired at Black Dranzer, he quickly got to his feet and grabbed Kai and held him in the choke-hold position.
"Let go of me!"
"No! It is over Kai! Face it, evil will never take over earth!" Kai did not say anything and continued to struggle to get free from Tala while Kai had to endure the sight of his phoenix being hurt.
'Black Dranzer! Just hold on, I will get you out of there!'
'No Kai! Just leave me.'
'No!' 'You must! This is not our time, not yet. I will be back, and so will you. That is a promise.'
'Black Dranzer, no! We will take our rightful place!' Black Dranzer did not respond but gave out another pain ridden screech. "Black Dranzer!" Kai was so focused on his phoenix that he failed to notice the other men making their way over to the portal where a huge missile was suddenly fired into. Both Kai and Black Dranzer screamed `no` when this happened. They all looked at the portal and thought that it was unsuccessful, until a huge and sudden explosion took place, causing a bright explosion, lighting up the whole stadium, including the surrounding area.
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Cindy ran as fast as her feet could carry her. She could hear in the distance all the screams that were coming from the stadium, knowing that Kai is the cause of it all. Ciara was still crying for her father but that was the least of Cindy's worries now. She thought of her brother, her friends, wondering whether they all have made it out safely. Guilt took over as she knew that she did not even once think of them when Kai told her to leave; she just thought of herself and of her daughter. The thought of asking him to spare them all did not cross her mind, not once, and if something happened to them, it will be all her fault. She could have begged for their lives and Kai would have spared them all, but instead she just left. There is no way Kai will keep them alive, not now, and not after they all were somehow responsible for his and Black Dranzer's destruction three years ago.
But how is it even possible that they survived it? She felt the warmth leave her; Tala told her what his sacred beast had told him, even Ray confirmed it, so how did Kai and Black Dranzer come back? Of course she is thrilled that Kai has returned, but at what price, the death of all her loved ones? If that is the case then she would rather spend the rest of her life without him. No love is worth the death of any other loved one, or is it?
Cindy had no idea where she was running to; all she knew is that she has to continue until her feet can't carry her anymore. She could hear the sounds of the sirens in the distance, being certain that they all are heading for the stadium right now.
'Another reason for the world to hate Kai Hiwatari, but I doubt any will hate him, especially if he and Black Dranzer takes over; all the innocent will be slaughtered and all the bad will praise Kai and his phoenix for giving them a paradise to live in, right here on earth. I just hope Kai is alright. Who am I kidding? Of course will he be alright; he is Kai, my Kai.' A soft smile graced Cindy's face, as she continued running down the streets of Washington DC, with her daughter tightly in her arms.
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Ray, along with his fiancée, and his other friends that were in front of him, all managed to make it out safely. They heard a huge explosion but did not turn back; their safety was much more important than curiosity. Right now they all were standing outside, some covered with small scratches which were obtained from the shattered glass roof; the bumps were obtained as they were pushing and shoving through everyone. The fire department, police, medical teams and the defence force have all just arrived a few minutes ago, and there are still people coming out of the stadium; some are really in very bad shape. Ray tried to look whether he can spot his older sister but saw nothing and believes that she and Ciara made it safely, and knows that she will try to contact him later.
He could not see Miguel and his family anywhere, neither Solange and just hopes that they are all safe somewhere else. Ray watched as the fire men were making their way into the building and decided to follow them; he needs to know what happened. He managed to slip from his friends without them noticing anything. He pushed his way through the coughing and bleeding people, some looking at him as if he is crazy to go back in there. Luckily for Ray, not one of the police officers have spotted him re-entering the stadium; they would have stopped him immediately. Ray never realised the halls were this long, but then again, he never walked them full of dreadful feelings, because he somehow feared of what he might see when he returns.
It seemed like the hall goes on forever as Ray continued walking, regretting his decision more and more with every step he is taking. He was almost at the end when he heard a screech. 'No doubt that has to be Black Dranzer, but what happened to it?' Ray finally walked into the area where everyone was seated not long ago, and he looked down to where the platform is situated. He saw Black Dranzer and as it was captured with some sort of laser beams. It is clear that there was some sort of explosion earlier as there was debris all around the platform. Ray could see how hundreds of corpses littered the stadium, many of them ripped in half, the exact same way that had happened with Max.
'Oh Max, I am so sorry about what had happened to you.' Sadness consumed Ray at that moment and he could not hold back the tears that were slowly building up in his eyes. 'Rest in peace, my bubbly blonde friend.' Ray started to make his way down the steps, but at a very slow pace. Three men were surrounding Black Dranzer, all three of them holding some type of weapons that were all pointed at Black Dranzer. Two of the men looks like they have been badly wounded and Ray wonders how long they will able to stand until they collapse. He watched as another group of men were making their way over to the phoenix with a cage made out of electrical beams. They were pulling it on a huge trolley. Ray suddenly noticed something about the black phoenix; it was trying to reach out for something which was on the floor next to the platform. Ray could not see what it was so he walked closer. He gasped when he looked onto the blood stained body of his former captain. Kai's body lay lifelessly on the floor, his throat slit almost to the point of decapitation. A huge pool of blood surrounded the young man. Ray could not help but feel sad, especially for Cindy; once again she has to grieve for Kai.
'How many times is Kai going to show up, just to die again? Can't he just stay dead and let my sister get on with her life? I hope that this time he is dead for good.'
Ray walked even closer to the platform area, and again was met with a very dreadful sight: right in front of him, he could clearly spot the red hair of his Russian friend, covered in a pile of rubble, and it is obvious that he is no longer in the land of living. Ray just stared at the body of his friend, but was brought out of his trance when he heard another screech from Black Dranzer, so he looked over at the phoenix and was surprised to see the black phoenix burst into flames. No one knew what to make of it all. They all continued to watch as the black phoenix burnt until they could no longer see its body. There was another bright explosion, but luckily it was nothing dangerous, just very bright, causing everyone to shield their eyes for a moment.
When everyone turned back to the spot where Black Dranzer was just mere moments ago, everyone was shocked to see a small red phoenix hopping around and chirping. 'Dranzer?' Ray had no idea what was going on, and especially as he watched as the red phoenix cheerfully made her way towards the cage and flew in. The two men just closed the door of the cage, confusion written all over their faces. 'This is just one strange day,' and with that thought Ray turned around to go back to the others.
It soon became world news of what had happened and there was footage to prove it all as the cameras were all filming throughout, despite the camera men leaving their posts to run for their lives. The world has found another reason to hate Kai even more. Over 12 000 people have lost their lives in the stadium, and unfortunately among those were Miguel, along with his fiancée and son, Max, Mr Dickenson, DJ, Carla and Anna, among many others who were well known to Ray and the others. Solange was lucky enough to be had found underneath a few fallen debris and she had to spend two weeks in hospital. Cindy contacted Ray two days after the horrible ordeal, informing him that she has returned to New York, and that she just can't face anyone just yet. Ray understood her reasons and told her that no one blames her for anything.
Another dark day has overcome The Bladebreakers, and again all because of Kai, and hopefully this was the last time, and that now they can all finally start to move on with their lives, a life with the certainty of knowing Kai and Black Dranzer will never return again.
