Chapter 18: Tala Vs. Kai
A dull headache greeted you as you woke up. Grunting you tried to roll over to get ride of it. No use. Slowly you sat up and crossed your legs. Placing your elbows on your knees you placed your head in your hands in an attempt to dull the pain. After a couple of minutes and the pain not disappearing, you decided to give up and get up. But you stopped the second you looked at the room. {This isn't my room} you thought as you stood up. The only thing in the room was the large queen sized bed that you were just laying on. The floors were a light wood and the walls were plain white. It was a big and empty room. Over in the corner of the room was your black bag. {Guess I better get dressed...} you thought as you slowly made your way over to your bag. After getting dressed into baggy jeans with black patches everywhere along with holes, and a blood red tank top you decided to explore the hallway was just as white and empty as your room. {These people have no decorating sense} you thought as you followed the hall until you found the stairs. But just then a thought popped into your mind. {Who's house is this?}. This wasn't' a house you had ever seen before. Light flooded in a window next to the stairs. A few mummers of voices were echoing up the stairs indicating that they would know where you were. Silently you followed them. They seemed to lead you to a kitchen. The walls of the kitchen were again white. The floors were a dull concrete, which you loved and the cabinets were black. Sitting around a round black kitchen table was Shakaku, Raikou, and Adam. Tala, Chris, and Scotty were scattered around various places in the kitchen. [Does anyone have orange juice?] you asked holding your head as you walked in. The conversation imminently stopped as they just stared at you. [Gee... don't all jump up to get it...] you grumbled as you pulled yourself up onto a counter and rested your head on the high cabinet. Again everyone just stared at you. [Are you ok?] asked Chris from across the room. [Would be better with orange juice] you grumbled just staring at the ceiling. Scotty grumbled but got up and went to the refrigerator anyway. After digging for a few minutes he pulled out a bottle of orange juice. After pouring some into a glass he handed you your drink. [Thanks] you stated as you slowly sipped down the acidic drink. [Headache?] Adam asked as Chris walked over towards you. You just shook your head as you leaned it against the cabinet again. Chris then placed his head on your forehead. Opening one of your eyes, you stared at him. [She doesn't have a fever anymore] he said. Adam and Scotty just nodded. {I had a fever?} you questioned yourself as you took a another sip of your a couple more minutes in silence, Tala slowly started to walk towards the door. [I'm going to train] he stated loud enough that everyone heard him. As he walked towards you, both of your eyes locked. [Take it easy] he said lowly just to you as he passed. You just nodded your head when he turned to corner so he could see. Slowly you jumped off the counter and made your way to the table. You plopped down in the seat next to Adam as Scotty took the seat next to you. Chris then sat next to Scotty. [We need to talk] you stated looking Adam in the eye.
[So who's going to start?] you asked in German. Everyone looked at you perplexed. Sure they all knew German, but why would you be using it? But then Adam got your drift. [What do you want to know?] Adam asked also in German. [Anyone want to explain?] Scotty asked shoving his mouth full of cereal. [So no one can understand us right?] Chris mumbled through a mouth full of cereal as well. [Mhmm] you answered grabbing Scotty's bowl away from him and eating his corn flakes. [Meg!] he screamed reaching for the bowl. [Headache!] you yelled at him while holding the bowl over to far to the left for him to get it. [You two act like three year olds] said Kali as she walked in the room. And surprisingly it was in German. [Hey, I can be in on family things too!] she replied to all the strange stares she was getting. She sat down in the only empty chair next to Raikou. [Ok, I have a simple question] you said looking around the room. [And I want it answered] you said wanting someone to guaranty that you were getting an answer. [Ok shut it and ask the question already!] Chris growled glaring at you. You just rolled your eyes, but you asked your question all the same. [Why are Raikou and Shakaku here? And real?]. The room was silent as the all just looked at you. The only thing that could be heard was Chris's crunching.
*With Tyson and Daichi*
[Can you hear what they're saying?] Daichi asked trying to peek around Tyson and look into the kitchen. [I think they're speaking... German?] Tyson answered more to himself as he scanned the room. Meg was holding a bowl that she had just stolen from Chris high over Adam's head. Both of them were yelling at each other. But of course it was in German and he couldn't understand a word of it. Just then Kali walked in the room. [Sooner or later one of them is going to slip up and we'll understand something. We just have to wait till then] said Tyson as he rested his back on the wall and just waiting.
*With You*
Raikou and Shakaku looked at you for a long time. They seemed as if they didn't want to tell you why there had appeared. [It's not going to be a pleasant story] Shakaku said. You just looked at your suppose to be bit-beast with a bored look. [What story in my life has ever been pleasant?] you asked. Everyone just sadly smirked knowing very well there was no such thing as a "pleasant story" for any of them. [Well we really don't have any details] started Raikou. [But we have been called out because you two are in danger] she said looking over towards Adam before looking back at you. [So... You know about as much as us?] you asked as you stood up and walked over to the sink. After placing your cup in you jumped up onto the counter. Your eyes were focused on the window. Snow covered most of the ground. [But to answer why we're real. We absorbed some energy from the crowd. And with that we materialized.] Shakaku stated. You just nodded your head and stared out the window. [And there's nothing else that I need to know?] you asked looking at them. But they just bent their heads. You sighed looked out the window. They were keeping something from you. And you didn't like that. [I'm going outside] you said after a minute. Quickly you jumped of the counter and walked out of the room before anyone could protest.
[Hello Tyson] you said dully as you exited the kitchen. Quickly Tyson scrambled to his feet along with Daichi. A scared expression crossed both of their faces. [I... I'm sorry Meg...] Tyson said as he bowed his head in shame. Raising one of your eyebrows you looked at him in wonder. He was never one to be shameful. You then glanced over at Daichi. He too looked to be shame. [Don't worry Tyson] you said as you started to walk down the hall way. You could hear the sighs of relief from behind you as the two boys relaxed. [Could you tell me where Hiro is?] you asked suddenly as you paused and turned back to look at him. [Ya... He's on the deck] Tyson answered scratching his head in confusion. [Would you mind coming... We have something to tell you...] you said as you just continued to walk down the hall. You could hear Tyson's footsteps as he followed you down the hall. {Now... How I'm I going to tell him}Hiro looked back at you as soon as he heard you opening the back door. Quickly he rushed over to you. [You scared me] he said as he grabbed you up in a hug. Slowly you brought your arms up and gave him an awkward hug. He was your brother after all, why not get use to this lovely dovey crap sooner then later. [Glade you care] you replied an unnoticed smirk on your face. After Hiro let you go, a strange silence wash over your small group of family. [I think we should tell him Hiro] you said looking at the pine trees in the back yard. [Tell me what!] Tyson asked looking from you to Hiro and back again. You pulled yourself up and sat on the railing looking at Tyson while Hiro leaned on the railing next to you. [It's not going to be pleasant to hear] Hiro told Tyson. Tyson just stared at his brother with determination. [I can handle it] Tyson stated. Hiro sighed and ran his hand through his hair. You could tell that he truly didn't want to tell Tyson any of this. But it was better to tell him now then later. [It's about mom and dad] Hiro said again running a hand through his hair. You just looked down at the deck. A few puddles were scattered around from the melted snow. [Tyson] you started looking up from the deck to his brown eyes. He just stared at you with shock. [I want you to read this] you pulled out the small leather book out of your pocket that was dad's journal. [This was dad's. It'll explain everything better then I can] you said as you jumped off the railing. You then headed for the door. You could feel both of their eyes staring at your back. [Where are you going?] Tyson asked. Pausing you turned around to look at him. [I think you and Hiro have a lot to talk about] you said as you opened the door and disappeared within the very white and plain house. The last thing you heard was Hiro saying [Don't blame Meg or Adam for any of this].
*Tala's POV*
Quietly you entered the basement training area. Looking around you smirked. Exactly as you had hoped, no one was there. Slowly you walked towards the back wall. Tired you collapsed on the wooden bench pushed right up against the wall. You hadn't wanted to train. You just wanted to be alone for a while. The night had taken it's toll on you. Sleep hadn't settled on you until 4:30 this morning. And looking at the clock it was only 9:00 and you had been up for two hours already. Meg had been on your mind none stop. What had happened during her battle had really scared you. The blood pouring on the stage kept filling your mind. Every time you thought of the bloody stage, days of the Abbey came flooding back to your mind. The blood that splattered everywhere after her beatings. She really did have to endure a lot of pain in her then the sound of a ripcord being pulled got your attention. You looked up to see Kai standing there a launcher in his hands and Dranzer spinning around his feet. Glaring you stood up. [What do you want Hiwatari?] you growled staring at your team mate with hatred. [A battle Valkov] Kai answered as he called Dranzer back to his hand. [And why do you want to fight?] you sneered, but confusion filled you. [To see which one of us going to back down and let the other on have Meg] Kai answered. Your glare worsened. [Your on] you growled accepting his challenge.
Quickly Tala and Kai pulled their ripcords. Both of their blades went flying and landed with a loud bang on the concrete floor. For a while they just spun around each other. Just toying and trying to physic the other one out. Soon sparks were thrown everywhere as the two blades clashed. [You really think you can beat me this time Tala.] Kai asked smirking over at Tala. Tala took his eyes off the blades to glare at Kai. [I don't think, Kai. I know] Tala growled making the other Russian look up and glare. Again the two blades met with a loud clash. [Why do you even want to fight over Meg anyway?] Tala sneered at Kai. Kai looked up, a semi dazed look in his eyes.
[You do not need to know my reasons] Kai sneered looking at Tala deadly. Both guys looked at each other determined to win. But there is always one winner, and one loser.
Dranzer and Wolborg were both standing over the two spinning blades. You were breathing heavy as well as Kai. It had been a long time since you had battled your old rival. He had gotten better. But so have you. [Wolborg, attack!] you commanded your bit-beast. Quickly Wolborg sped up. With his gained speed he climbed up a metal bench in the middle of the room. Once on the top he went speeding towards Dranzer. Kai was too stunned to do anything as Wolborg jumped off the bench and went soaring towards Dranzer. Sparks flew and a explosion was heard as the two blades met. But neither of them moved. They were equal in strength. Quickly Wolborg circled Dranzer. In a flash they had collided again. And again it was another stand still. Frustration was started to consume you. {I know I can beat Kai. Just how?} you asked yourself as your eyes stayed fixed on the blue blade. Dranzer cried in pain as Wolborg bit him in the back of the neck. But Dranzer wasn't one to stay down very long. Quickly he flung him wing out and hit Wolborg in the side. A roar escaped Wolborg's mouth. But it was more out of anger then pain. [You know it's simple to see which one of us Meg likes better] Kai stated over the sounds of the colliding blades. Your eyes left the match and you looked Kai in the eye. By the smirk on Kai's face you could tell you weren't' going to like where this was going... [What do you mean?] you snarled glaring at the blue headed boy in front of you. [I mean... how much did you enjoy your kiss with her?] Kai replied smirking. You just stared in shock. Of course you knew that you had kissed Meg. But how many other people knew? Kai's smirk widened. [Kissing on a plane isn't exactly secret.] Your eyes widened. Everyone was asleep at that time, or at least that's what you thought. Desperately you just wanted to smack the smirk off his face. Again your blades clashed causing sparks to light up the room. [And when have you kissed her?] you asked smugly. Again Kai just smirked. [On the ship to Australia.]. Your glare worsened. In the back of your mind you didn't think that he had actually kissed her. Guess you were wrong. But the haunting question is... What kiss did she like better
*With You*
The wind rushed through your hair as you fell backwards. Your arms were spread out as you waited for the impact. Soon the crunch sounded in your ears and you connected with the white snow. Slowly the melting snow soaked up into your pants and hoody. The dampness seeped through your clothes and into your skin. But you didn't care. You just needed to get away from everything. It had been years since you had told the story of your parents to everyone. And you had told it to two people in three days. {This must be getting bad if Raikou and Shakaku have come out} you thought staring at the white puffy masses of clouds above you. {Something bad must be just around the corner} you sighed your mind in turmoil. Your past just wont leave you alone. {They might have told everyone that the experiment with Diablo caused them to split. But they told us that it was a another bit-beast that had called them out. And they said whoever it was, is as powerful as them. How can any blade be as powerful as them?} you thought to yourself recalling the earlier conversation in the kitchen. Just then a crunch in the snow caught your your head you could see a certain red head Russian laying in the snow next to you. Your hollow gray eyes met his cold blue ones. For a long minute your eyes stayed locked. [Tala... You're bleeding?] you half asked looking at a thin line of blood running down his lip. [You fight for what you believe in] he said looking up towards the sky. Raising your eyebrow you just stared at him as if he was nuts. You then laid your head back in the snow and closed your eyes. The cold breeze blew on your face making a barley noticeable smile cross your lips. [And I thought I told you to take it easy?] Tala said after a minute of two. Slowly you opened your eyes and opened your mouth to answer. But the sight made your breath stop. Tala was leaning over you, his right hand on your right side while his left was on your left along with his legs. [Laying in snow, is not taking an easy] he whispered smirking. You just smirked back. And for once in your lifetime you had no comment. {Why does this guy do this to me?} you shouted in your head as he slowly leaned in. You could feel his breath on you face. Intently you stared into his eyes. {I'm definitely going soft...} you thought to yourself. But just before your lips could meet, a scream made you freeze. [LUKE, TYSON, KAI, RAY, MEG, TALA, CHRIS! ANYONE! HELP ME!] came a scream from inside the house. Tala quickly jumped off you as you both darted towards the front door. It was Hilary who had screamed. Fear gripped your heart. {Are they here already?} you thought your mind racing of who could be hurting Hilary. Blindly you and Tala raced up the stairs following the screams. The sounds of running footsteps echoed throughout the house. Finally you reached her room. Swinging the door open you found...