Author's Note: Okay next chapter. A bit late but it was short so I added more to it. It's about 2,700 words long so it's close to the usual 3-k mark.
Okay today we have the final match. If you haven't guessed by know who's participating in it the you'll have to read. Not much els to say.
Chapter 9:
Unlike last time when Alex fell from teleportation, he hit something soft. Aurora opened her eyes. The room they were in was dark. Alex blinked couple times to get his eyes used to the darkness. Aurora slowly got off of him and realized where they were. "This...This is my room." She said still looking around.
[Well you DID say you wanted to spend the night in your own house.] The voice made them both jump. [Calm down.] The both looked at the very dark pink figure floating in the room with them. Alex could see her better because he was a dark type. [Okay well, see ya!] With another quick flash of light, Mew vanished.
"Well that was an eventful-" But before Alex could finish Aurora nearly knocked him off he bed.
"Thank you!" She said holding him tightly. Alex reached over and flicked the light switch on the lamp that was placed on the nightstand. The room lit up with the glow. The walls were a mix of different shades of blue and purple. The closet door hung open slightly and a few dressers lined the walls. The room was MUCH bigger than Alex's.
"What is going on up there." Alex heard a voice from down stairs.
"It's probably just the wind knocking the tree against the window honey." Another voice said. "No need to go check."
"Umm Aurora..." Alex said tapping her shoulder. She didn't move, she was content on just holding him there for as long as possible.
"Still you never know." Alex heard the tell-tale sound of someone walking up the steps. Aurora must have heard it to because she stirred from her trance like state. They both got up off the bed, Aurora's hand found Alex's. He didn't seem to mind, only trying to figure out who was coming up.
Alex reached out a hand for the doorknob but the door flew open. On the other side was Dante. He blinked several times trying to figure out what was going on. "What the-"
"Daddy!" Aurora screamed, releasing Alex's hand and bring her father into a hug. "Oh I missed you."
"A-Aurora..." He said slowly. He then looked at Alex who was standing a few feet away. He turned his attention back to his daughter. "I'm so glad you're alright, did they do anything to you?"
"N-no." Aurora said, tears trailing down her face. "Alex got there before they could do anything." Dante finally gave more attention to Alex's presence.
"You did it." He said. "You brought my daughter back."
Alex just shrugged. "I told you I would."
"Thank you." Then a thought came to his head. "How did you end up in here?"
"A cruel joke on Mew's behalf." Alex explained. "I had no idea it was dark out either. I didn't think we were there for so long."
"Not long?" Dante seemed to be surprised. "You've been gone for a day and a half."
"What?" Alex said.
[Oh yes.] Mew appeared from behind Alex. [And I heard what you said about my little 'gift'. Teleportation isn't an instant thing like most think, especially at great distances.]
"Yes." Dante said. "That's why most people use teleportation as a mode of travel. They use it at long distances in the shortest amount of time possible. To travel half way across the world, even with the strongest psychic, it would take some time."
"Okay with that out of the way..." Alex looked towards Aurora. "I have to be going. I still have a match tomorrow." Alex walked past Aurora and her father, Mew following him.
"Wait." Alex turned around. "You're really fighting?"
"Aurora I told you I would be." Alex said. "The finals are tomorrow and I need my rest." Aurora ran other to him and gave him another hug.
"Good luck." She said. "I'll be there to watch." Alex smiled and returned the hug. "Okay. I'll see ya."
"Ya, see you." Alex replied.
[Okay it's time to.] Mew said. [You guys can make up AFTER the match tomorrow.] Alex just shook his head and said his goodbyes.
The next morning went by quickly. Alex had a goodnight sleep and was ready to go by six thirty. Before he left though, Alfred stopped him. "Alex."
"Ya?" Alex asked turning away from the front door.
"Don't you think it was kind of easy rescuing Aurora?" He said crossing his arms.
"You have a point but I guessing their 'boss' didn't expect anyone to even try to free them." Alex countered.
"Fine." Alfred said. "What about the fact that they came here for that latias friend of your's, but left with Aurora, the daughter of one of the most powerful people in the region."
Alex took a moment to think. That is weird... Unless. "Listen I know what you're going with this but you really thinks it's them?"
"I don't know." Alfred stated. "I'll be going to your match today. If anything goes wrong I'll be right there to watch your back."
"Okay sounds like a plan." Alex said. Alfred and Alex both made their way to the school's arena. Alfred had not been to any of Alex's previous matches, He's not a fan of pointless fighting but he'll help Alex if he needs it.
They entered through one of the three entrances, the left most one. The arrived early to avoid the large crowds that come with these tournaments. If you're wondering what's happening in the other tournament, the one for regular students, it happens every other day.
"Huh." Alfred said. "I expected this place to look... Older."
"Well this place gets renovated every year." They both looked to the right to see Gale leaning against the wall. "Hey Alex what's up."
"Nothing much." Alex said with a shrug.
"Who's this?" Gale asked.
"The name's Alfred." Alfred replied. "I'm his guardian."
"Ah well it's nice to meet you." Gale held out a hand. Alfred didn't take it.
"He's not very trusting of people." Alex explained. "Why are you here anyway?"
"I'm in the finals, along with this douche, Red." Gale said. "I hear you are to."
"Ya, that's right." Alex said. "Who's Red?"
"That... Would be me." Around the corner came a red knight looking thing. He was fairly tall and literally wore almost all red. He had a look on his face that said 'I'm better than you.' "And I'm the one who's going to beat you both to the ground."
"Arrogant." Alfred spoke. "It's people like you who make people like me look like disgusting bastards."
"What's that supposed to mean!" Red said pointing a finger at him.
Alfred Approached Red, easily a good head taller than him. "I know your family." He said. "Your ancestors were knights for great kings. My family and yours were friends for some time... That was until-"
"Alfred, come on." Alex interrupted. "We want to get out of here before the crowds get here."
Alfred turned and followed Alex down the hall. After about 10 minutes the audience had arrived and were taking seats in the stands. Alex was waiting down below for the match to start.
"Alex!" He turned to see his small group of friends approaching. Desmond and Alica were standing beside each other, Abigail was next to them and Aurora was making her way over to him.
"Hey guys." He said with a small wave.
Aurora took a seat next to Alex, giving him a hug. "Hey break it up. Alex has to go soon." Desmond said. Aurora stuck her tongue out at him. "Well, he'll have to drag you out there with him if you don't let go."
"Ah, let them have their moment." Alica said. "She was held captive for three or four days. I'm sure they've missed each other." Both Alex and Aurora blushed. But before they could continue, Alex was called to the stadium.
"Good luck." Aurora said, giving him a small kiss on the cheek.
"Thanks." Alex stood up and headed towards the arena doors...
Alfred sat near the top of the stands, the perfect vantage point, he thought. Unknown to Alex, Alfred had 'bugged' him. He had heard the entire little conversation between him and Dusk, all the more reason to come here.
He scanned the crowds. Nothing out of the ordinary, but that Red character was not a good sign. They know Alex is here and they're after him. Alfred leaned back and listened to the announcer...
Alex entered the stadium. Once again, Alex had to shake his head as the sound of the audience blasted into his ears. He walked to his designated spot. They had altered the battlefield to support the starting points for three contestants.
Already standing in one spot was Red, the self-proclaimed badass, Gale teleported in and stood there looking at Alex then to Red. He motioned towards his head. Alex got the message. [How about we take this guy out. Then we'll have the field all to ourselves.]
Normally, psychics can't even touch the mind of a dark type, unless they open their mind to them. [Hmm... Sounds like a plan. Hope you know more than psychic moves. He's part dark.]
[Don't worry about me, just watch your back.]
"Contestants! Are you ready?" The announcer asked.
"To pound their faces in? Ya, I am." Red stated smugly. Alex and Gale both nodded.
"Then... Begin!" Immediately, Gale disappeared in a flash and Red turned his attention to Alex.
"Well I guess it's only you and-" Gale appeared behind him landing several powerful blows to his back, sending him spiralling towards Alex. Everything went into slow-mo. Red locked eyes with Alex, small flames erupting from his mouth. Then, Alex let loose.
The flame engulfed Red, stopping him mid-flight. A flaming ball landed on the ground. Red slowly stood up. "Okay then. Enough games." He disappeared from sight. Alex looked around, where did he go?"
"ALEX!" Suddenly he was forced out of the position he was in. He flew several feet and got a good look at who had pushed him. Gale, who had noticed Red, had move quick enough to shove him out of the way AND take the hit for him, which probably wasn't the best move.
"Guillotine." Red brought down a large, bladed arm, onto Gales back. It's caused a large gash and sent him into the ground. Gale laid there, eyes closed, but barely breathing. "Ah, poor little man, now for you."
"Fuck off!" Suddenly Red's vision was clouded by darkness. What! I thought this little punk couldn't use his illusions! Suddenly a very strong fist sent him flying backwards. His vision cleared enough for him to see that the armour on his chest had been shattered.
"Damn it!" Red shouted standing up. "You just messed up my favorite armour!" Alex stood there just glaring at him. Red raised his arms again. "It's time to end this. GUILLOTINE!" He rushed at Alex who was... Smiling?
Red could move quick enough, his attack flying through the fake Alex, causing him to hit the ground. Alex stood on the other side of the field, charging an attack. "Look who's high and mighty now!" Alex charged, a green aura around him.
"GAHH!" Red screamed as he took the blunt of giga impact. He flew; limp, at the stone wall. A few medical teams came out and collect them. As the crowds cheered and the other contested were wheeled out of the field, Alex collapsed in the middle of it all...
After a few hours, Alex awoke in the medical tent. His whole body hurt, well that's expected after using giga impact twice. He slowly raised his head, which probably wasn't the best idea. His friends were all crowded around him.
"You're alright!" Aurora said brining him into a hug. Alex grunted in pain. "Oh sorry." She said.
"Glad you're alright man." Desmond said. "You really worried us there; don't you think you over did it?"
"Oh leave him alone, at least he won!" Abigail said.
"Calm down Abigail." Alica said. "I sure he's not in the best of condition to take yelling."
"Alex." He looked over and saw Alfred. "Congrats. You pretty much took out an opponent that could have defeated me."
"Thanks, that makes me feel better." Alex said leaning up a bit more. "Where's Gale?"
"He's still in intensive care." Alica explained.
"He took one hell-of-a hit for you." Desmond said. "He must've wanted you to win as well."
"I have to go." Alfred said. "Don't stay out too long. You'll need your rest for tomorrow."
After he left Alex asked. "What does he mean about that?"
"Well..." Aurora started.
"Aurora's dad is hosting a HUGE party for the safe return of his daughter." Abigail explained.
"Ya, it's tomorrow night." Desmond said.
"And all the contestants and their... Dates are invited." Alica finished.
"Huh." Alex said. "Sounds like fun."
"Tell me you're going." Desmond said crossing his arms.
Alex shrugged. "Oh you're going." Aurora said. "Even if I have to drag you there myself."
"I guess I don't have a choice." Alex said. "I'm just glad everything turned out alright...
Or so he thought...
"So... Everything went according to plan?"
"Yes sir. The subject's power is increasing as it should. And your idea of stealing the girl went by wonderfully."
"Good. And they don't suspect you?"
"Not in the least. I'm just a friend."
"Very well... You're dismissed."
"Wait."
"Yes?"
"Shouldn't we move quickly? He may become too powerful to contain, especially if the girl is near him."
"Good point but they haven't found him yet. When they make their move, so will we."
"Yes sir."
"Now go. You did a good job today."
"Thank you..."
Alfred was in the kitchen when he heard a knock at the door. "What the hell is someone doing knocking on he door at this hour." He left the kitchen and headed down the hallway. He heard the knock again as he neared the door. He opened to find a little eevee sitting down with a letter in it's mouth.
"Eev." It said laying the letter down and running off.
"What the..." Alfred bent down and picked up the letter. It was sealed with black ink in the shape of a clawed hand. He opened the letter and it read:
Alfred,
We have taken notice of your charge. He is exceptionally gifted in both combat and his power. You've done us a great deal taking care of him over the years and we thank you.
But this letter isn't just to catch up. The boy is old enough to leave your care and come with us. We know you've grown attached to the boy and we understand your... Predicament. You and I both know it's in his best interest to come to us.
So, we send this letter as... An early message. We are coming to get him. He needs to be with his own people. He is being influence to much by their culture. He's change in less than a month's time. If we don't take him now... We will have to use force to take him later.
Alfred, my friend. It pains me to do this... But there's nothing you can do to stop this.
Your friend,
Devin.
Alfred crumbled the note into a ball. Like hell you're going to take him. He has a life here, friends and even someone closer than that. Alfred shut the door. His ears perked when he heard noise from upstairs. He bolted up the stairs and down the hall to Alex's room. He had arrived early that day from the school.
Alfred was almost hit in the face by a flying body. Alex's door was wide open, mostly likely from him throwing the person. Alfred stopped and looked at the intruder. A weavile... You are sending your best to collect a boy?
"Get the hell out of here!" Alex exited his room and was glaring at the weavile.
"Not without you-" The he noticed Alfred standing next to him.
"I suggest you listen to the boy." He said crossing his arms. "He's having a good day, wouldn't want to ruin that."
The weavile stood on shaky legs. "Alfred, you what's going on. He needs to come."
"No." Alfred said. "He can make his own choices. You and your 'clan' can't force him to do anything." The weavile growled the disappeared in a smog of black smoke.
"Should I even ask?" Alex asked obviously not amused by the little 'incident'.
"In due time." Alfred said. "You have to get some sleep. You have a party tomorrow." Alfred returned down stairs to clean up and Alex went back to sleep with one question in his mind:
What's next?
Okay well I hope you enjoyed. Any suggestion on names for the two 'entities' that seem to want Alex for some reason, leave a suggestion as a review or private message. If I like it I'll consider using it.
This is Raziel 'Eric' Beyon and I hope you have a nice day :)