Author's note at the end…
Well here is the next chapter! So read, enjoy and review!
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"..." - People talking
'...' - People thoughts
/italics/- Bit beast speaking to person or person speaking to bitbeast
Italics - FlashBacks
(...P.o.v.) - Different points of view
Last Time on 'A Dark Past, A Hopeful Present'
Kai watched as she strutted to the washroom and smirked at her ability to act normal after all she's been through. He respected her, and was no longer suspicious of her actions. He swept a hand through his hair, as he remembered her horrible story that was dragged out of her.
He heard the emotion in her voice yesterday and he knew it was hard for her.
Kai shook his head of the thoughts as he heard the shower run followed by a loud sigh. He shook his head, before leaving his clothing on the table, making his way out the door to check if everyone else was up.
'This certainly will be an interesting tournament' He thought before throwing open the door of his teammate's room.
A Dark Past, A Hopeful Present
Chapter Twenty- Suspicions and Meaningful Encounters
Streams of light filtered into the room from the spaces between the window's curtains. A group of four individuals dressed in dark clothing stood before a desk where a silent figure sat, his gaze solely focused on the captain of the group.
The group shuffled discreetly, glancing at their leader who could not be seen- the shadow covering him, in a way so that only the outline of his figure stood out.
"The final games are approaching…you are all aware of my expectations." the man said, while shifting into a more comfortable position.
The group remained quiet waiting for the man to continue. If anyone were to enter the room, they would surely feel the evil aura that surrounded all the figures present, making the room unbearable.
"The amateurs are currently being taken care of, but now, we move on to more serious teams. Although, I am only interested in one particular individual in one of those teams-" He all but whispered.
One of the members snorted at this statement causing the room's focus to move onto her.
The man smirked, his gaze slowly traveling to the insolent member who decided to rudely interrupt his speech.
"I will warn you Miss Alrigo, that I do not tolerate impudence" he growled biting back his anger. The girl shivered unconsciously as she nodded her head, her face emotionless as the meeting continued.
"Several other teams from Vitiosus are participating, and they are helping with the plan. One of which is battling with our little team, gathering stats on them at this moment… All precautions have been taken to ensure that the last match is between you and the Bladebreakers…I want my precious possession back, and I will stop at nothing…" he said threateningly.
Amber panted, perspiration trailing down her face, as she watched the battle that was progressing. Both blades were currently spinning on opposite sides of the dish, waiting for some sign.
Amber straightened herself, noting that she was hunched over. This was her second team she was battling with and her second match with this particular team, since her team had drawn, picking her to win the tie breaker. However, she found it difficult since she was already tired from her first two battles.
The team they were battling was quite mysterious, they wore cloaks which covered them from prying eyes, however, their techniques were quite familiar though she couldn't pin point from where.
The peculiar thing was that this team had similar techniques as the team they battled earlier.
She grunted in frustration when she felt the opponent get a hit, which damaged a bit of her blade. Berating herself for her lack of concentration, Amber began thinking of a plan to finish the match, which would lead them one step closer to the final match.
Several moments passed in the battle and Amber found herself bored with being in defense and suddenly began striking the other blade with blunt force, she noted with satisfaction that her opponent stiffened with her new tactic.
Feeling confident she called out her bitbeast, maneuvering her blade so that it could get a good angle for the final shot.
/Let's get the final shot in / Amber told her bitbeast, the connection between them still turbulent.
Feeling her nod her acknowledgment, she began to power-up but stopped when she noticed what the opponent was doing.
'Why the hell is he forfeiting' she thought before crossing her arms before her chest, while making a mental note to take a hot bath, because of her muscles soreness, which began to make itself known through her movement.
She saw the person pick up their blade, seeing that it was a male by his hand which was slightly calloused. He nodded his head at her and made his way out with his team trailing behind him.
The sounds of appraisal from the stadium were ignored as she got a strange feeling. She let out a breathe when she felt weight being put on her shoulder looking over she saw her team, who looked as exhausted as she was.
Max who had put his arm around her bid her congratulations before leading her away to the lockers where the rest of the team was already headed.
Amber felt dizzy finally hearing the crowds yell out their joy, and the announcers announce their position, things seemed to be moving quickly, and Amber found that she couldn't grasp what was happening.
She voiced her opinion to Max only to get the response of 'simply enjoy the moment', which did nothing to calm her restlessness.
Finally getting into the teams personal locker room, Amber unhooked herself from Max's grasp and began to pace around the room. The locker room was quiet, the echoing of her shoes resounding in the room.
"Don't you find it strange" she all but yelled to her team as she stopped to face them, her dark red bangs partially sticking to her face.
She looked over to Kai who was leaning against the wall, his arms crossed as he looked at her. When she saw him nod slightly, she breathed in letting out a sigh. Slumping down to one of the benches she looked at Rei wondering if he felt it as well.
When she noticed his expression of unease, she felt herself calm down. Tyson who had a look of confusion faced Rei waiting for an explanation.
"The two teams that we just competed against appear to be very similar with their fighting strategy. And isn't it strange that the other team would bail out on the last minute. It did not seem like they were fighting us but-"
"-testing us" Kai finished before pushing away from the wall. Max and Tyson were uncharacteristically quiet as they joined Amber on the benches.
"So…what are we going to do?" Max asked looking at Amber who sat between him and Tyson.
"There's nothing we can do, like Rei said, its strange how they bail on the last minute. These teams that we faced, and that are currently advancing, beat the Demolition Boys and everyone else. Now they are mysteriously dropping out. It doesn't sound right…it doesn't feel right" Amber said solemnly.
"You guys are thinking too much, and it's better for us, we get no competition" Tyson said loudly, practically jumping from his seat.
"Thinking is something you should do more of Tyson" Kai said before leaving the room.
Growling in anger Tyson followed, with the rest trailing behind chuckling at their captain's comment.
"I wonder how the other teams are doing" Max said as the team ate their dinner in Kai's room. Since most of their friends lost, they got transferred onto another part of the hotel since the area they were in was mostly for participants in the tournament.
Amber shrugged as she took a bite of her chicken sandwich that she ordered. "Everyone's schedule was different, the only time we would be able to see them is during the night, but we need our sleep." She mumbled before taking a sip of her water.
"It's a distraction" Kai commented as he finished up his dinner.
The Bladebreakers were currently all sitting on the floor with food in Styrofoam packages splayed around them, accompanied by their drinks.
Tyson rolled his eyes at the typical comment from his captain, but decided not to ruin the somewhat calm environment consisting of room serviced food, and thoughts about the upcoming battles.
The team's attention was then riveted to their female member who had suddenly gotten up. "Where are you going" Rei asked when he saw her put on her shoes.
"Walk" she mumbled before getting out of the room.
Amber took a deep breath as she left the confines of the room, after finding it to be somewhat suffocating with all the tension.
She continued her way down the hall in a fast pace, while pressing the elevator button. A few moments passed before the 'ping' of the elevator was heard. Amber approached the elevator only to stop at the entrance.
"De Costa" the figure mumbled while moving to the farthest side of the elevator.
"Alrigo" Amber bit back coldly before entering the elevator.
"Aw, what's wrong De Costa, not happy to see me" the girl said, a smirk plastered on her face.
"Why would I be happy to see you" she said bitterly before pressing the "L" button on the panel.
"Why wouldn't you be happy to see your childhood friend?" Lydia said lightly, the same arrogant smirk on her face.
"Wipe that smirk off your face Alrigo, or else I will gladly do it for you" Amber all but growled as she crossed her arms over her chest.
Looking up at the number panel, Amber saw the floors they were descending and it seemed as though it wasn't moving fast enough.
She suddenly looked down when the elevator trembled and halted, looking to her left she noticed Lydia remove her hand from the button panel.
"What the hell did you just do" Amber said loudly shaken from the sudden stop.
"Nothing" the girl replied back innocently.
Amber just stared back at her with amazement in her eyes. 'How stupid can you get' Amber thought before glaring at the girl.
A tense silence filled the elevator, as Amber shifted waiting for Lydia to do something.
"What do you want, just get to the point already" She said tiredly, not wanting to play games.
Lydia seemed taken-a-back with the girl's response, she was expecting an angrier answer. Ruffling her feathers would distract her, and she wanted Amber to lose.
"You know Lydia, jealously isn't becoming" Amber said quietly a smirk on her face.
"I want you to fail Amber, just so they can turn their attentions to someone more deserving" Lydia hissed out, her hands clenched at her sides.
"Like who, you? Go ahead Lydia take the spotlight. I don't want it…I never did, I just want a normal life. You stalk me with the intention of watching me fall, although I don't care if they are watching…I am not going back. I told you already in the camp" Amber told her, leaning against the wall her head tilted upwards.
"You let the darkness take you, although I can tell that it has only enhanced your negative thoughts, but it hasn't completely taken over you like it has to Mark. Markov is using you don't you notice that." Amber continued, going to the panel button and pressed the button, causing the elevator to jolt, as it continued downwards.
"Show Markov how strong are you, did you somehow forget what he did to us, how he ruined everything, don't wait for an opportunity to come, because you know as well as I do, that he will not make it happen. Create your own opportunity" Amber commented before realizing that the elevator had gotten to the lobby.
Saying a quiet goodbye to the girl, she made her way out to start her walk, while Lydia remained in the elevator deciding to go back upstairs.
To Be Continued…
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