Team Dracarys Blasts Off!

The usual group hang out in their cabin, with the added bonus of Aya. "I still can't believe you got so absorbed into the rich culture.." Hiroshi says. "c'mon, if you want to get ahead in Hakuryu then you have to make some sacrifices." Aya responds. Kazuki scoffs loudly. "That ain't even true! I didn't sacrifice anything!" Aya looks at him wth a smug smile. "And it's the same reason you aren't popular.." Hiroshi elbows her in the arm. "Ow!! Hey, what the hell?!" 

"Play nice, please.. I know you like being cocky but don't do that for once.." Hiroshi says. "Well, to be fair, I'm the new transfer, Hiroshi is the village guy, and Kazuki is a "traitor", so yeah. Not exactly the most popular group of people.." Toshiko adds. Sakura and Kurosawa slam open the door. "SOMEONE'S been stealing the food in our cabin!" Sakura shouts. The group look at the teachers as Toshiko kicks the bag full of stuff underneath the bed. "Who would do such a thing?!" He yells. "I think someone from Dragoncrest snuck their way into our camp." Kurosawa explains. "You're crazy, they don't care all that much do they?" Kazuki responds. 

"I don't even know what Dragoncrest really is.." Toshiko says. "Basically, decades ago, the founder of Hakuryu and the Founder of Dragoncrest were arch-enemies. The feud between those two continued with the schools and now we're rivals in every category. Academics, sports, you name it. Recently though, they've been starting to grow a better reputation than us.." Hiroshi retorts. "That's why if you guys can find the culprits, we'll grant a wish of yours!" Sakura reveals. Toshiko's eyes light up. "Not literally." He slumps back down. Aya lays back. 

"You got it! We'll handle it." She exclaims. "Alright, we're counting on you all.." Kurosawa says before they both exit. "...How the hell are we gonna find whoever it is?" Toshiko asks. They all stand up slowly and leave the cabin in a line. "Well, I think if we just look for whoever the imposter is, we'll find em in no time!" Kazuki shouts. 

Two people step back in shock and dash off into the forest. Kazuki looks at Toshiko with a smug expression. "Point Proven. Okay then.. let's see what's up." Toshiko retorts. The group immediately runs after them and catches the two in a clearing the two turn back. "I guess we'll have to reveal ourselves then!" They shout in unison. "Prepare for trouble, make a ruckus twice!" The silver haired boy exclaims, striking a dramatic pose.

"We're Team Dragoncrest, here to roll the dice!" The girl with fiery red hair shouts, also posing. "To unmask Hakuryu's secret, our mission unfolds!" He continues, a spotlight appearing over him."As we strive to claim victory, bold and untold!" The girl adds, as she gets into a bold stance underneath the spotlight. "Aria Flameheart!" The boy stands next to her with flamboyance. "Ren Dragonheart!" They point at the Hakuryu group together. "Team Dracarys blasts off at the speed of light! Surrender now or prepare to FIGHT!" The group of Hakuryu students step back, confused beyond belief. "Aren't you supposed to have a cat?" Hiroshi ponders. 

"They wouldn't let us... I told them it wouldn't be the same without it!" Ren yells. "Hey, stop telling the enemy about us! We're here to spy on them before the sports tournament remember?!" Aria shouts before she covers her mouth. "Look who's big mouth leaked everything! You can't blame me for anything!" Ren shouts. "Who're you calling big mouth, I should-!" Aria retorts before Toshiko clears his throat. "While I appreciate the comedy act, I'd appreciate it even more if you left our camp!" Aria and Ren scoffs and ready themselves. 

"I don't think so! Now, get ready you Hakuryu WIMPS!" Ren shouts. Toshiko jumps past a tree as the focus shifts to a dark bleak town, almost as if the very spirit of Halloween became a city. "Hiroshi, transform!" Toshiko yells. "H-huh?! Why do I have to be the weapon!?" He exclaims. "Just do it!" Toshiko retorts. Hiroshi sighs, before transforming into a staff. Toshiko wacks Ren with the staff, sending him backwards a bit. "Transform, Aria!" Ren proclaims. "I'm on it!" She retorts. Toshiko and Ren hit their weapons together, but Toshiko jabs Ren into a building. 

"This is OUR resonance!" Toshiko yells, throwing a wave of energy that tosses Ren through a building. The battlefield changes up to a rocky wasteland as Toshiko starts powering up. He cups his hands together and charges a blue ball of energy. "Try THIS on for size!" Ren shouts, teleporting in front of Toshiko and blasting him with an orb of energy. He flies through a pile of rocks, changing the battlefield into a lush green forest. Thousands of Clones surround Toshiko as he barely manages to stand up.

 "It.. it's impossible...! Someone who's power rivals my own..!" Ren looks down triumphantly. "HAHAHA! Give up so soon you Hakuryu Halfwit?" Toshiko scoffs. "As if. BURN!" Toshiko opens his eye as a burning black fire destroys the clones entirely. Ren stands on a city sidewalk, looking considerably damaged. Toshiko slowly walks up to him. "REN!" Ren takes an open stance. 

"Oh? You're approaching me? Instead of running away, you're coming right towards me? Even though your best friend, Kazuki, told you the secrets of my ability Astral Aria?" Ren retorts. "I can't kick you out without getting closer." Toshiko responds. "Ho! Then come as close as you'd LIKE!" the two reach within rage. 

"ASTRAL ARIA!""HIROSHI'S ECHO!" 

Both of them are struck in the chest as the battlefield shifts once again. Toshiko carries a giant sword as the dull blade hits Ren. "I'm not giving up!" Toshiko shouts. Ren rolls and stands right back up. "EXPANSION!" He yells, trapping Toshiko in another world. Toshiko breaks out with a burst of energy and the two face each other, dual wielding two blades. The blades clash, but the speed ramps up faster and faster as the naked eye can't compare. "BURST STREAM!" They shout in unison. Kazuki walks up to Ren and flicks him in the head. As they snap back to reality, the facade shatters. 

"Ow...! HEY! That's uncalled for!" Ren yells. "It was getting kind of boring sitting here watching you guys yell out attacks names for like 20 minutes." Kazuki retorts. "Aria, we've been defeated! RETREAT!" Ren shouts. "Jeez, you're lame.." she replies. The two run off into the forest. "THIS ISN'T THE LAST OF US YOU HAKURYU HOOLIGANS! MARK MY WORDS, YOU'LL CURSE THE DAY YOU MET- Ack?!" Ren shouts, going into a coughing fit. "Bug in my throat.." he whimpers as they disappear. 

"How the hell are we losing reputation to THOSE guys." Aya whispers. "That's a good question, Aya. If only I had the answer." Hiroshi retorts. "...I think I'm gonna go to bed early." Kazuki says. Toshiko smiles a bit, but the smile quickly fades. He clenches his fist, a cold drop of sweat forming on his head.

Chapter 19 - The End.