The Other Side of the Story
Summary: After the BEGA incident, Reine finds herself unable to cope with the blind side of the world which turning away from all that's been done and will happen with the sport of beyblade. As a new BBA program was set into action, she finds herself, along with her beyblade-hating town, stuck as the proto-type. The BBA program was made to help blader-haters all over the world to cope and even get to love beyblading as a sport. Reine finds herself in the middle of things when the bladers chose her school for their first experiment? What would happen when you throw beybladers at blader-hating mobs? Nothing pretty.
Disclaimer: I don't earn Beyblade. I do own my OC's as well as the plot.
Pairings: I've got some pairing worked out and only a couple are left pending. ;-D
Rating: T for mild swearing
Quick AN: This story is told in multiple point-of-views so the key below should help to determine what's being said. I hope it's not too confusing.
(action)
'thoughts'
"talking"
/talking with bitbeast via mind link/
Chapter 16 – Trouble in Paradise
Reine's POV
I sighed wearily as I stared out the window, my breath fogging the cold glass. The scenery was bleary and white as the ground whipped past.
"Is something bothering you?" I heard Kai ask as he brushed a strand of hair from my eyes.
"No, not really," I breathed as I continued to peer out the window at the darkening sky, "I'm just wondering if something will happen."
"Nothing going to happen," he said soothingly as he softly traced circles on my back.
'Whenever someone says that, something is bound to happen,' I thought grimly as I rested my warm forehead against the bus pane, relishing in the cold seeping from the glass. The rest of our ski trip had been uneventful after the sudden attack. The slope where the avalanche occurred was roped off for the rest of the skiing season until the officials deemed it safe once more. I haven't heard from Kael since the dream, but I still have my suspicions.
'Here we come, Bern.'
The hour long ride passed slowly. I yawned quietly as I peered around boredly. Kai slept soundly on bus seats, his head on my lap and his feet propped on the seat across the aisle. Tala and Tamayo sat in the row before us, the latter with her head resting on the former's shoulder. Eris and Toji sat across the aisle from them, talking quietly among themselves. Ozuma sat alone in the seat in front of Tamayo and Tala, staring out the window listlessly, his eyes misted as he lost himself in his thoughts.
'He must be worried about this new threat. Clytem, Esilé, and Kael aren't safe and that's three ancients; that's a lot of power and responsibility. Imagine what would happen if all three fell into the wrong hands.'
I snapped out of my thoughts as Kai shifted in his sleep, turning to face me and mumbling in his sleep. I smiled softly as I absently stroked his hair. The blue strands parted without protest as my fingers raked through them. He mumbled something incoherent into my shirt as he snuggled closer.
'What a Kodak moment. I wish I had my Polaroid with me.'
Suddenly remembering my Polaroid, I frowned as I tried to remember where I had left the pictures of Tamayo and Tala.
'I hit them in the pocket of my blazer but I didn't find them when I packed it. Where can they be?'
Racking my brains to remember where I left the stash of photos, it dawned on me.
'The people who attacked and destroyed our suite wouldn't have taken them, would they? If they did, why would they need it?'
I shifted uncomfortably as I thought through about the possibilities but gave up a few minutes later when nothing came to mind.
'This is frustrating! I wish I had at least a clue about this mysterious group.'
"Yo! Reine! We're here," Michael called as he walked down the aisle to the back of the bus. I nodded my thanks before proceeding to poke Kai in the side.
"Rise and shine, sleepyhead," I murmured as I continued to prod him. He grumbled angrily before reaching up and grabbing my hand and clutching it tightly.
"Kai," I warned as I glared at the dual-haired teen.
"Fine," he grunted as he sat up, never letting go of my hand.
"You know, I have to use that hand," I said amusedly as I shot him a lopsided grin.
"You're not going to use it now," he growled back as he tussled his hair with his free hand.
"It's amazing how good you look even with bed hair," I teased as leaned over and ruffled his hair, savoring the feel of the soft strands moving through my fingers.
"Reine," he grumbled warningly. Laughing, I conceded and pulled my hand out of his slack grasp.
"If you don't hurry, we'll be left behind by everyone else," I replied with a twinkle in my eyes and stood up before stepping over Kai's legs. He sighed as he stood up after me.
We trooped off the bus and stood in front of a massive hotel.
"Whoa! Look at the size of that thing!" Tyson shouted as he stared at the towering building in complete awe, shielding his eyes from the harsh glare of the morning sun reflecting on the numerous windows covering the 20 story hotel.
"I just hope the elevator won't malfunction and make us take the stairs," Tamayo said as she stood, slumped, with her sports bag slung over her shoulder.
"You can do with the exercise," Toji smirked, grinning wickedly at a pouting Tamayo, "God knows you can loose a couple of pounds."
"Hey! I resent that!" Tamayo fumed, glaring murderously at a smug Toji.
"You're fine the way you are," Tala said offhandedly, "Though I can agree with Toji there about your lack of exercise."
"So you're saying I'm fat," Tamayo said flatly.
"I never said that," Tala answered as he shifted his jacket a little.
"But you implied it," Tamayo concluded as she glared at her boyfriend. Tala shrugged.
"Take it as what you will," he finally said as I threw a disapproving look at him.
"Let's head inside," I suggested, aware of the brewing tension between the couple.
'Tala better watch it. He's skating on thin ice.'
"Whatever," Tamayo mumbled as she stalked through the glass doors and into the posh lobby. A couple of hotel lackeys approached us with trolleys and proceeded to store all our luggage. I told them our suite numbers before approaching the front desk requesting for our set of keys.
"Here are the keys to rooms 156, 167, 202, 203, 217, 223, 225, 231, and 236, miss. Have a great stay!"
I thanked her before grabbing the nine card keys and walking back to the groups.
"It seems that Mr. Dickenson didn't separate us into groups so we can choose. Apparently there are 6 rooms to a suite, like in Sunshine Inn, a lounge, and a single bathroom."
People shuffled to be near people they want to room with. When all chaos died, 9 different groups were formed. Obviously Tamayo, Tala, Reine, Kai, Toji, and Eris shared one room while Tyson, Max, Kenny, Hilary, Ray and Mariah shared another. Max had told a very relieved Tala that he can end the bet here because it's mission time and the vacation was over. Lee, Kevin, Gary, Steve, Crusher, and Daichi shared a suite leaving the Saint Shields to claimed one for themselves for privacy reason. The remaining Blitzkrieg Boys plus Garland and Rick took across the hall from them. Raul, Julia, King, Queen, Gordo, and Zeo claimed another. Claude, Mystel, Brooklyn, Enrique, Aaron, and Goki shared while Emily, Ming-Ming, Mathilda, Miguel, Kane, and Salima took the room beside theirs. Michael, Eddy, Oliver, Johnny, Robert, and Jim took the remaining suit.
Taking the card to room 167 for myself, I gave room 156 to Kenny, 202 to the Saint Shields, 203 to Garland, 223 to Brooklyn, 225 to Emily, 217 to Lee, 231 to Robert, and 236 to Gordo. Satisfied that everyone was distributed evenly, I shouted to be heard above everyone's conversations.
"Meet in room 167 after you are done packing! Durby will be here in 2 hours and we need to see who's going to pick him up!"
Grunts were heard as the groups headed towards the elevators.
"I'll take the stairs," I mumbled as I spied the long line. Kai grunted as he followed me to the red door marked "Stairs".
"You know you don't have to, right?" I asked I pushed it open. He sent me a piercing glare.
"I still have to get you back for winning those races," he pointed out. I smirked at him.
"Degrading, isn't it? Loosing to your girlfriend," I taunted.
"At least it's my girlfriend and not someone else," he answered, ruffling my hair.
"Whatever floats your boat," I answered sarcastically as I turned and walked into the small stairway. The dim lighting left an ominous atmosphere. I tensed slightly as I started up the stairs. With every step, my foot made a dull 'clang' as it hit the metal steps loudly. The sound echoed throughout the cavernous space, ricocheting off the stone walls and the ceiling. I looked up, grabbing the railing tightly as I grew woozy from seeing the continuous spiral of stairs and railing.
"You okay?" Kai asked softly as he placed a hand, gently, on my back, steadying me.
"Yeah, I just got a little dizzy there," I answered breathily as I unclenched my knuckles. Taking a deep breath, I steadied myself before letting it out with a loud 'whoosh'.
"What floor are we on, again?" I asked after climbing the stairs for five minutes.
"Third," Kai grunted from behind, his footsteps echoing eerily in the thick silence. Nodding mutely, I stopped in front of a door marked "3rd Floor". Pushing it open, I walked into a luscious hall filled with soft, red carpet. The lamps let off a warm glow, giving the hallway a homely feeling. Glancing at the door on my right, I saw the number 197. Seeing that I'm on the right side of the hall, I glanced at the door at my left. The number 195 stared back at me. Turning to my left, I heard Kai follow me. Our footsteps were muffled by the thick carpet as it absorbed all the sound. A few minutes later, I found myself in front of the door to our suite. Swiping the card, I heard the door unlock with a small 'beep'.
Pushing open the mahogany wood, I entered a breathtaking room. The room wasn't too flashy or too drab. The walls were decorated with pale wallpaper. A short hall led to the lounge where there were six doors on both sides. Plush, red leather couches could be seen surrounding the blank plasma screen of the widescreen T.V. I ventured inside slowly, taking in my environment. I looked around in satisfaction. No wonder this was a five star hotel.
"I see you like the room," Kai muttered amusedly from behind me, "I take it that you haven't stayed in a hotel like this before."
I nodded as I walked to the first door. Turning the knob, I opened the door cautiously. Peering inside, I caught sight of a twin bed, a chest of drawers, and an oak wardrobe. The room was very spacious and comfy. I plopped myself onto the bed, bouncing slightly. I pushed down on the mattress.
"It's a feather mattress," I said with surprise.
"Of course it is," Kai stated as-a-matter-of-factly, taking a seat next to me causing the bed to sag slightly under his weight.
"So now you're a know-it-all," I teased as I flicked him on the nose. He smirked at me before leaning towards me, stopping when his nose was only a few millimeters away from mine.
"No, I'm your know-it-all," he said breathily before leaning in and kissing me softly. I leaned into the kiss, deepening it as I ran my fingers through his locks of hair. Just as he was about to push me down, an abrupt shattered the silence. Quickly breaking apart, I straightened my outfit and hair before standing brusquely and answering the door.
"I'd forgotten about them," Kai said grumpily as he stood up and chose a room of his own.
'Yeah,' I answered silently as I pulled open the door to our suite. An impatient Tamayo stood there, tapping her foot restlessly on the carpet.
"Took you long enough," she snapped before storming inside and randomly choosing a room before slamming the door shut behind her as she entered. My eyebrow rose at her behavior.
"What the hell is wrong with her?" I asked Eris and Toji. Peering around, I noticed a certain member of the group was missing, "And where's Tala? Isn't he supposed to be in our suite?"
Eris and Toji looked uncomfortably at each other.
"You see, Tala met an old friend in the elevator on our way up and ditched Tamayo to spend time with her," Eris explained.
"An old friend? Her?" I asked, leaning against the doorframe and staring curiously at the duo.
"Yeah," Toji muttered as he shuffled awkwardly. Realizing they're still outside, I stepped back and allowed them into the lounge. They arranged themselves into the lounge chairs before turning towards me wearily, eyeing Tamayo's closed door cautiously.
"Tala's friend is a girl," Eris finally said.
"I gathered that much when you said her," I muttered sarcastically as I took a seat in one of the loveseats near their couch, "What I want to know is how he 'ditched' her and who his friend was."
"It was when we managed to find an elevator that wasn't full. We had just gotten in when a girl rushed into the lobby and squeezed in, excusing herself. Tamayo was still in a huff about Tala calling her fat, you know how it is."
Eris sent me a piercing look, sending a silent message that I understood perfectly. Nodding for her continue, she plowed on.
"That's when Tala started to stare at her. Tamayo noticed, I think, and she didn't say anything. He seemed riveted by her. I mean, she was pretty. She was one of those tall, lithe, feminine girls. She had long, green hair and amethyst eyes, one of those girls that Tamayo will never be."
I felt a wave of unease when I heard about her.
'There's just something that seems off, but why do I feel this way? It's nothing really.'
I didn't believe myself for a minute. Usually when I had these feelings, they're right.
"It was when we reached the first floor before Tala said anything."
Flashback – Normal POV
"Celine?"Tala asked hesitantly as he peered closely at the tall girl. He barely noticed Tamayo shuffle stiffly beside him, her eyes becoming slightly vacant and distant.
"Is that you?"
The amethyst-eyed girl and turned to regard Tala with wide eyes.
"Tala…" she whispered as she caught sight of the flaming-haired Russian. With a loud squeal, she threw herself at the said teen, hugging him tightly in an intimate embrace. Drawing away, she asked breathlessly, "Where've you been? I haven't seen you since, you know."
Her eyes turned mysterious at the last sentence. Tala's eyes grew grave.
"I've been…fine," he answered lightly as he eyed her lovingly, "How've you been? I haven't heard from you in years."
Tamayo watched the exchange silently, backing up slightly as she regarded the pair, who are currently talking in hushed tones. Eris eyed her friend worriedly.
"You okay?" she asked softly as she watched her friend's emerald eyes flicker slightly.
"Fine," Tamayo answered monotonously as she turned away and stared at the metal elevator walls. Deciding not to push it, Eris turned away and leaned against Toji slightly.
"Do you want to go get a cup of coffee?" Tala asked. Every blader in the elevator turned to view the Russian in surprise. Tala's not the spontaneous type to ask someone to have coffee with him.
"Sure," Celine replied shyly, "It'll be great."
As the elevator dinged, indicating that they were on the second floor, Tala stepped out with the mysterious stranger without a backward glance and headed towards the stairs to leave Tamayo staring after his retreating back. Brooklyn eyed her worriedly before moving back and putting an arm around her shoulders protectively. She sent him a weak smile before turning to stare at the elevator wall, again, stonily.
A few minutes later the elevator stopped on the third floor. Tamayo was the first one out and was already down the hall as the other bladers stepped out.
"You better keep an eye on her," Brooklyn told Eris and Toji as he followed Mystel to their suite, which was nearer to the elevator. Nodding in acknowledgement, the duo followed the petite girl to their suite.
Reine's POV
I remained quiet as Eris and Toji relayed the events to me. I pursed my lips angrily at Tala's actions.
'He didn't even introduce her or tell Tamayo where they were going! He's going to get a piece of my mind for the shit he's caused.'
I sent Eris and Toji a warm smile before getting up and approaching Tamayo's door. Knocking softly I called to her.
"Hey, may I come in?"
Silence greeted me. Growing nervous, I knocked louder and asked, "May I come in?" again. After five minutes of silence I heard the door unlocking as a puffy-eyed Tamayo greeted me.
"Hey," she whispered as she attempted to give me a watery smile, "Sorry about snapping at you earlier."
Shaking my head in disregard to her previous actions I examined her worriedly.
"You okay?"
Stepping back, she let me. I stepped into her room, noting that it was a posh as mine was.
"Do you want to talk about it?" I tried to start a conversation as she remained by the door. She looked haggard, her emerald eyes dim.
"I thought…I thought it would be true," she finally answered as she slid down the length of the door, "I thought I would finally be…special."
I got up and hugged her tightly.
"Of course you are," I murmured soothingly as I petted her hair while she hiccupped into my chest, clutching my shirt desperately, "Tala's just a fool. He doesn't know what he has."
"What he has is a fat girl who's desperately in love," she said bitterly as her emerald orbs hardened with powerful emotions. Anger, frustration, sadness, disgust, and regret swirled in her vacant gaze.
"You're not fat," I stated angrily, sending her a fierce glare, "Don't you let Tala tell you that you are. If he thinks that, he doesn't deserve you."
"What he said was true, though," she answered quietly as she bowed her head, "I should have never have given it to him. He would just break it. It hasn't even been four days."
"What Tala said was definitely not true," I spat vehemently, silently cursing the redhead, "It's his fault, not yours. You had forgiven and gave him the most precious thing, but he had broken it. It's unforgivable."
Standing up angrily, I let myself out of her room as she started sobbing uncontrollably.
"He's not going to bother you," I said softly before closing the door behind me.
"Is she okay?" Kai asked as he slipped an arm around my waist. I rubbed the bridge of my nose tiredly.
"I just can't believe Tala would do something like that. I know it might not seem like he did a lot, but to Tamayo it's more than anything. She didn't have it easy. It's mainly her family's fault, but she was recovering and Tala destroyed it."
My toned turned bitter near the end as I glared viciously at the pale wallpaper, imaging Tala and smashing him to pieces.
"Family?" Kai asked gently, trying to pry information from me. Shaking my head, I regarded him wearily.
"Sorry Kai. This is confidential and you can't know…especially since you're his friend."
Loosening his grip, I wiggled out of his grasp and headed towards the door.
"I hope you don't mind, but Tala isn't going to be our roommate anymore."
Kai nodded understandingly as he followed me. I gave him a quick peck on the lips before walking out and headed for suite 223. Knocking on the mahogany doors, I waited patiently for someone to open up. After waiting for a minute, I heard the lock click before the door swung open and Enrique's head popped out.
"Reine?" he asked as he blinked confusedly.
"Yeah, hi. Is Brooklyn there?" I asked languidly, acting as if nothing was wrong, as I leaned against the doorway.
"He is, hang on."
Enrique popped back inside and Brooklyn emerged a few minutes later.
"You asked for me?" he asked good-naturedly.
"Yes. I suppose you were there when the whole incident happened. I would appreciate it if you took Tala's spot and be our roommate. I don't care where Tala goes as long as he's out."
I spat Tala's name with such hate that Brooklyn took a step back.
"Of course," he answered as he turned and motioned Mystel over, "Just let me arrange for Garland to switch with Tala so he can be with the rest of Blitzkrieg Boys."
Nodding, I waited patiently as Brooklyn explained the situation to the blonde. Mystel tilted his head in understanding before disappearing down the hall to room 203. Brooklyn turned to me and indicated for me to lead the way to our suite. Apparently the hotel's lackeys haven't brought up our luggage yet. I stopped in front of suite 167 before sliding the key card and opening the door.
"Sorry Brooklyn, but everyone had already chosen rooms. I hope you don't mind."
He shrugged nonchalantly before heading to the vacant room.
"Everything go well?" Kai asked quietly as he appeared beside me.
"Yeah," I mumbled as I looked at my watch, "Where is our luggage?"
"I'll go check," he answered before leaving through the open door. I started to pace around the room.
'Why would Tala do this to Tamayo? Didn't he like her? Obviously not if he dumped her to be with someone else. Doesn't he know what she's gone through? Probably not since it's only been, what, 3 days since they've got together. Stupid asshole, he doesn't even know how much damage he had caused.'
Sighing as I finished ranting in my head, I plopped onto a couch and waited for everyone to gather. I barely heard Kai come back.
"Here's the luggage," he said as he threw me my duffel bag. Mumbling my thanks I went into my room and unpacked quickly. When I came out, I noticed most of the bladers were here. Kai probably got them their luggage before bringing us ours.
"Who wants to go with me to pick up Durby?" I asked. Kai grunted.
"Who wants to come with me besides Kai?" I corrected myself.
"I'll come," Robert offered as he stepped forward.
"Me too," Brooklyn replied lethargically as he stood up from his spot on one of the red leather coaches.
"Fine. We're set. Remember to go over your parts for Operation D.T.S. The observers should leave early tomorrow morning and switch the shifts as discussed. Report back to me at 10 p.m. tomorrow."
Closing the meeting, I noted that Tala wasn't back yet.
'Seems as if he even forgot our meeting.'
I frowned slightly.
'This isn't looking good for Tamayo. I'm going to have a serious talk with him.'
"He isn't here, is he?" Kai asked as soon as everyone was gone with the exception of me, him, Brooklyn, and Robert.
"No," I answered darkly, "We need to have a serious talk once he gets back. He's neglecting his duties as both a blader and boyfriend. Let me correct that, his old duties as a boyfriend."
"Old duties?" Robert asked as he stared, puzzled, at me.
"He's not obligated to them anymore more," I answered coldly as I saw Robert's eyes widen in understanding, "He didn't do what he was supposed to do."
Suddenly there was a knock on the suite door.
"I'll give you three guesses to who that is," I drawled as I stood up lazily and sauntered to the mahogany door. Opening it a crack, I caught sight of the devil himself.
"Are you going to let me in?" he asked impatiently when I didn't open it anymore.
"What would you do if I said 'no'?" I asked languidly, eyeing him with disdain.
"Why the fuck not?" he hissed.
"Because I said so. You're not obligated to stay here anymore."
"What do you mean? Can't I stay with my girlfriend?" he asked indignantly. I felt myself flare with anger at his tone.
"What girlfriend?" I sneered contemptuously.
"Tamayo! When did you become so stupid?" he snarled in reply, "What the fuck is wrong with you?"
I laughed coldly at his statement.
"She's not your girlfriend. You're not good for her," I answered coolly as stared him down, "You destroyed what we worked so hard to fix and you will pay. You didn't do what you were supposed to do."
"What was I supposed to do?" Tala asked uncertainly, shifting uneasily at the tone of my voice.
"Be a responsible boyfriend," I replied as I opened the door entirely, "Which means treating your girlfriend with respect, for example, not ditching her to go with someone else that you didn't even introduce to her, especially if it's a girl."
"I don't know why she's so bothered," Tala replied coldly, finally realizing the reason, "Doesn't she trust me at all? She's throwing a tantrum because I didn't tell her where I'm going. She's so childish."
"You bastard! You will never understand," I spat, my anger boiling over.
"Reine, easy," I heard someone whisper soothingly as a gloved hand rubbed my tense back gently.
"Keep out of it, Kai. You don't know what happened," I snapped, glaring hard at my boyfriend.
"None of you do," I whispered angrily to myself before opening the door all the way and stalking out.
"Oh and Tala? You've been moved to suite 203 with the rest of the Blitzkrieg Boys and Rick."
"What!" I heard him splutter indignantly, "Why?"
I ignored him as I headed towards the elevator, Kai, Brooklyn, and Robert following behind.
"Perhaps you're too hard on him," Robert said gently.
"Trust me when I say I was not too hard on him. I was too lenient," I answered aloofly as I pushed the button, "Like I said, you don't know what happened."
"We will if you tell us," Kai suggested quietly. Sighing loudly as I rubbed the bridge of my nose.
"I know I can trust all three of you so I will tell you, but there is a catch."
Kai cocked his eyebrow as he waited.
"You must never tell anyone of what you know. It's very personal to Tamayo and she does not wish for anyone to know unless it's someone either she or I deem worthy."
"Fine," Brooklyn answered as he regarded seriously, "Whatever helps her situation and right it."
"I'm afraid it will take a lot to right this wrong," I answered softly as my anger drained away to be replaced by weariness. The elevator 'dinged' as it reached our floor and the metal doors opened with a soft 'whoosh'. As we stepped into the secure confines of the small room, I told them Tamayo's story.
"She's the only child of her parents. They never really treated her right and as a result, she has very low self-esteem and that's why she's so defensive and easy to anger."
Flashback – Normal POV
"Mom! Dad! I'm home!" a young Tamayo called into an empty house. Her smile faded as she realized she was alone, once again. Sighing in defeat she trudged up the marble stairs. Sure she was rich, but she was never what you would call happy.
Later that night, it was around eight when Tamayo heard her parents come home. Running down the stairs, she grinned happily at them.
"Welcome home!" she shouted cheerfully.
"What are you doing still up?" her mother asked angrily as she shed her fur coat. Tamayo's smile faltered at her mother's vicious tone.
"I thought you will be happy to see me when you come home, Mom. That's what my friends say that they do," Tamayo answered, confused at her parent's response but not surprised. That's how it had always been, but she had always hoped that it would change so they would accept her.
"Don't call me Mom! It makes me sound old. I'm only 23! I wasn't meant to have you. You were a mistake," she replied bitterly, "The other kids are different because their parents actually wanted them. No one will ever love you no matter how hard you want them to and look to find the right person. They will lie, yes, but they never truly will feel that you're special."
Tamayo's lips trembled as she bowed her head.
"You're right," she replied softly as she walked up the stairs and closed the door behind her. Sobbing quietly, she cried herself to sleep.
Reine's POV
"So now you know," I said grimly as they stared at me with unbelieving eyes.
"Her mother actually told her that?" Brooklyn asked as his eyes darkened in anger. I stared at the gleaming wall of the elevator, refusing to meet their eyes as they digested her story. With a soft 'ding' the elevator opened to reveal the lush lobby of the hotel. We walked outside silently and flagged a taxi to take us to the Bern Airport. The ride was silent as we contemplated the situation.
Soon, we pulled up in front of the dome-like building that was the airport. Kai pulled on my arm to keep me back as the others entered through the building's sliding doors. I gestured for them to go on ahead while Kai and I sort out our problem.
"What do you need?" I asked quietly, still uncomfortable about what I'd just old them.
"I think you weren't too harsh," Kai replied as he stared intensely into my eyes. I smiled weakly at him.
"I know," I mumbled as I buried my head into his chest, not carrying about who saw us. He kissed the top of my head gently before breaking away and steering me inside.
"Plane J3012 from Paris, France has arrived in terminal 23," the P.A. announced. We waited patiently to catch a glimpse of Durby's orange head. Not ten minutes later, his lanky form was seen exiting the plane. I waved frantically to catch his attention. Catching sight of me, he sent me a grin before heading over.
"You ready, mates?" he asked good-naturedly.
"More than ever," I chirped falsely, determined not to let Durby catch wind of the drama that might put Operation D.T.S. in peril.
"Good. Well, I'm starving. What's for lunch?" he asked as we exited the building once more.
"I don't know. We'll see when we get back to the hotel. I believe you can either stay with the Saint Shields or the Blitzkrieg Boys and Rick."
"We'll worry about that later, Reine," he replied as he slung his bag carelessly over his shoulder, "We have to discuss something I came across."
Somewhere Unknown
"Has the spy been dispatched yet?"
"Yes sir. Venom has been dispatched and currently working. Venom has already made contact."
"Very good," the man purred as his eyes glinted maniacally, "So the games begin."
Author's Note:
I'm so sorry for not updating! Dx I didn't know what I was going to put into this chapter. I decided action but then I postponed it so I'm so sorry! I had to add this chapter because it's important. –cough– I know I was going to call it Operation D.T.S. but I think I'll save that name for later so I'm sorry if I mislead any of you.
Oh no! Tamayo and Tala are on the rocks! I just hope they can get it together before it becomes too late. Who's Venom and what are they up to?
I want to ask to see if the reasons are sufficient enough for Tamayo to break down. I didn't know how to put it but if you have any advice, I'm willing to hear it. :D Any advice can help.
I know I promised to update "A Fork in the Road" and with my current writer's block, I couldn't think about it, so I'm sorry to those of you who looked forward to the update. :(
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