Author Note (Modified)
Hey everyone… forgive me. My brain feels completely fried right now, and my imagination is weaker than usual. That's why today I could only post two chapters.
I want to be honest — this story is entirely my own creation, but I drew a lot of inspiration from Beyblade and Pokemon series, especially the Beyblade: Metal Fusion series.
Thank you for enjoying this journey, and I hope the story still excites you despite my tired brain!
The arena was silent.
Not because the match had ended.
But because everyone waited — for the announcement of who would represent Soren Town.
Riku, Toma, and Mira stood side by side.
Their bodies were battered.
Sparks flickered from their gauntlets.
Breath heavy.
Cores cooling down.
Riku glanced at Mira.
"You… think we did enough?"
Mira shrugged slightly.
"Enough? Maybe. But Soren doesn't choose by luck. They choose by heart."
Toma cracked a grin, blood and sweat mixing.
"I think our hearts just did all the talking."
🔔 The Announcement
The official stepped forward, voice booming through the stadium.
"Attention! After reviewing all team performances during the selection matches… Soren Town has chosen its representatives for the World Tournament!"
The crowd leaned forward.
The three teammates exchanged glances.
"Here it comes…" Riku muttered.
A hush fell.
"Team Riku, Toma, and Mira!!"
The arena erupted.
Fans cheered.
Parents clapped.
Even rival teams nodded in respect.
Riku felt a mixture of relief and pressure.
They had passed the first stage — but the real challenge awaited on the World Tournament Vessel.
⚡ Victory and Responsibility
As the team celebrated briefly, the official added:
"Each team will now be matched for preparatory rounds aboard the vessel. Each country sends its best. Be ready — the world stage does not forgive hesitation."
Toma punched the air, grinning.
"We made it!"
Mira adjusted her gauntlet calmly.
"Made it, yes. But only the beginning."
Riku looked at the horizon.
Lightning flickered across his gauntlet — blue mixed faintly with violet.
Core Evolution… it's not done yet.
🏟️ Teammates' Bond
They walked together out of the arena.
"You know," Toma said,
"I wouldn't want anyone else by my side."
Mira smirked.
"And yet, we still argue like idiots."
Riku laughed softly, fist still buzzing with energy.
"Arguing… fighting… surviving. That's how we'll win."
Above them, the World Tournament Vessel floated silently in the sky.
Its massive form reflected in the setting sun.
The next stage of their journey had begun.
⚡ End of Chapter 21
Next:
Chapter 22 – "Boarding the World Tournament Vessel"
First impressions of the global stage.
Rivalries start to crystallize.
And Riku's Core Evolution begins showing new potential.