A/N: A little scene that I wanted to reflect how TK has grown and how the brother's relationship has changed over the years, especially considering how it was during the first season. And it's all in good fun.
Background: The group likes to hold combat tournaments to keep everyone on their toes. And everyone uses substitute weapons during it so no one gets badly injured.
TK was almost excited. Almost.
He gazed up at the board showing the tournament bracket, his eyes focused on one name right next to his own at the center. He frowned as he thought about it, despite having sparred with that person on countless occasions. It just felt... strange.
Then said person walked up next to him, gazing at the board as well.
"You know, this is gonna' be interesting," Matt commented, glancing over.
TK gave a nervous laugh. "Yeah... who would have expected that both of us would make it to the finals?"
Matt raised his eyebrows, shrugging a little and seeming a bit tense. "Who would've guessed."
They stared at the board for a few more moments.
TK was the one who sobered up first. "Well, in any case, let's have a good bout. Winner gets bragging rights for the year!" he said cheerfully, placing his hands on his belt and feeling the weight of the two blades hanging there.
Matt just grinned. "Don't expect me to go easy on you just because you're my little brother."
TK laughed back. "I wouldn't want you to. And I'm not that little any more, so you'd better be on guard!"
The two smiled at each other, and shook hands.
"Let's go for it."