Heartaches

Chapter 82

By Kellyq

The line to the concession stand was long. People milled about and talked about the race. Carly pushed her way through the crowd to find Jack, but she found Primo and Laster instead. The two seemed to have a hushed conversation with each other. Primo was brushing Laster's long silky red hair.

"It's a good idea that we watched the race," Laster said. "The more we watch Team 5Ds, the better chance we have of winning."

"Just remember who you're racing against," Primo reminded him, french braiding his hair.

The young boy chuckle, "don't worry, I haven't forgotten."

Carly pulled back, turned and started to make her way through the crowd again. She stopped when she saw an open spot. She stood there for a moment to catch her breath. Those two were from Team New World, Carly thought. I need to find Jack and ask him who he's up against with Team New World!

The blonde haired teen found a quiet spot under the bleachers, away from the noise. Jack wasn't in the mood to answer questions about the race. He was still coming to the terms of what happened. Jack stood there for a moment until footsteps reached his ears. He turned to see Dragan walking up with two cups in his hand.

"Dragan…" Jack whispered. The two stood in silence, drinking their own beverages.

"You know," Dragan spoke up, "we do have a lot in common. Striving to be the best and fighting for people we love."

Jack nodded, understanding. "That is true. And I'm sorry what happened to your father. What happened was that Godwin didn't tell me the day it happened." Dragan's eyes widened. "I know … it was a blow to me too when I found out what his motives were," Jack said, reading his facial expression.

Dragan nodded his head. He didn't think that Godwin would stoop that low.

Rally looked frantically around. Moments ago, he had lost sight of Leo and Luna in the crowd. He was now pushing his way through calling out for is to friends. How could've I lost them, Rally thought scanning for anything familiar.

"Are you lost?" Came the voice.

Rally jumped out of shock. He turned his head to see Brave standing there with concern in his eyes.

A nervous look made its way to Rally's face as he fidgeted. "Well … sort of. I'm looking for my two friends Luna and Leo. We were going to find Yusei, but we ended up being separated."

Brave nodded his head. "Don't worry, I'll help you find Yusei."

Rally let out a sigh of relief and took Brave's offered hand. They made their way through the crowd, looking for any sign of Yusei.

"So, what's your name?" Brave asked, making light conversation.

"My name is Rally," the boy answered. "You're Brave from Team Ragnarok, right?"

"Yep!" He said cheerfully. It was then they spotted Yusei talking to Team Unicorn. Brave let go of Rally's hand, and watched him run over. Brave watched with a smile; he had to admit that Rally was cute.

"Yusei!" Rally called out.

Jean, Breo, Andore, and Yusei turned their heads to see Rally running toward them. Yusei looked past Rally to see Brave making his way over. Team Unicorn straightened up when they saw him. Brave never understood why people acted so tense around him, but he ignored the feeling and gave them all a respectful nod.

Rally pulled away from Yusei after he hugged him, and turned to face Brave. "Thank you for helping me out."

Brave chuckled and knelt in front of Rally. "No problem. Just don't go wandering off. A place like this is not as safe as it appears."

"Rally!" Came Leo's voice. They turned their heads to see the twins making their way towards them. Brave rose to his feet. Rally fidgeted a little when he saw the scowl on Leo's face. "There you are! Luna and I thought you were kidnapped!"

"I'm sorry," Rally murmured, adjusting his shawl.

Brave continued to watch for a few more moments, before he decided to make his way back to the pit stop. When he got halfway there, a sound of a bunch of kids chattering made its way to his ears. Brave turned his head to see Crow surrounded by a bunch of kids. They were squawking, and encouraging him to win.

One of the kids held up a banner that had a poor drawing of Crow. "We believe in you, Crow!"

"We know that you can do it!"

Rave watched with envy. He too loved little kids. He wanted to also bring the kids he was looking after also, but he couldn't afford to bring them. With a sigh, Brave looked away and continued to make his way to the pit stop.

To Be Continued …