I guess the Sylica native to the planet speaks another language, but this one seemed nice enough. I crawled beside Kyrina and gave her a kiss.
"You were quite the firecracker out there!"
"Sorry, but I just didn't like him!"
"Hey, I get it, don't worry, we will be fine. This will blow over, and we will get a nice meal in our room and relax for a bit. Then later, we can go check out some stall and get clothes, sound good?"
"Mhmm," Kyrina said as we relaxed.
I felt like we had been driving for a while. Contrary to the transparent dome we had seen from the outside, the inside was foggy, so we could only make out shapes. We had just been enjoying the ride when suddenly we came to a stop. I was about to ask if we had arrived when the place we were sitting dropped out.
I was partially holding Kyrina, and I was able to catch her and land, but the disk sped off. I looked around, and the area we were in did not look friendly. I looked at Kyrina and then put her down, she had a puzzled expression on her face, and I couldn't blame her.
I looked around some more, and the place looked deserted, and there was sand everywhere. I looked up, and I was shocked to see the clear sky, but it was bright and hard to look at. What the hell is going on? Where did this guy take us?
"Hey, stranger! You look lost."
I turned to the sound of the voice, and there was a man wrapped in clothing from head to toe. He was large but didn't seem that hostile since this was most likely some kind of set up planned with the driver. The man seems to see my tension and put his hands forward.
"Woah, there! I'm not here to hurt you, and I know old Strik isn't the most descriptive about this whole thing, but we head about your little run-in with the thug Arnold. The guy likes picking on rookies, and he ain't no chump to be pushed around like that, so no matter what driver you got in with, you would have come here."
"Why do you want us here? What are we to you?"
"Good of you to ask. First of all, I'm Dresnal. Next, this world is going through a tough time all over the place. The so-called King of the world only cares about his bubble; he has been only sending the minimum over the last three years, and now that the storms are starting, he won't be sending anything, hoping the storms with bury and kill those left out there! I need help! We don't have any great racers, but we do have a lot of hardened people that can help through the storm."
"And what do you want from us besides winning? What do you wish for?" I asked, walking forward while holding Kyrinas hand.
I looked into his eyes, and then I noticed why he was covered in clothing. Under that cloth was a water-like body, just like Sasha. Dresnal smiled at me and stuck out his hand.
"We have people and worlds to save, Sasha says your the one to get the job done, so we will support you! Sooner we are done here, the sooner we can head to Xeno, right?"
Chapter 85: Hole In The Air
Once I heard Sasha's name, I relaxed marginally, even if this guy was friendly, we were outside of the walls, and there were large monsters out here. Dresnal led us to one of the broken down buildings and inside was a trap coving something with wheels.
"Here is a dessert cart we will be taking to the caves. I got some helmets that with keep the sand out and a blanket and rope."
"Rope?" Kyrina asked with a bit of worry in her eyes.
"There is only two-seat, and the sand storm can tear your skin off your body. I don't have sand gear here, so your gonna have to wrap up and sit on Dave's lap, and then ill tie you both down."
This was by far crazier than anything else I have done before, and I could feel Kyrina shaking on my lap, so I held her close and kissed her, telling her it would be fine, but I wasn't really sure about it that was true myself. After we had been strapped down, neither of us could see, and maybe that was part of it all. Suddenly the vehicle started to shake and then move, but it made no sound.
As we rode, I could feel us move at fast speeds, but the way the wind whip and pressed the blanket. We traveled for about thirty minutes before the sand started, and then we could feel it come in violent torrents. We began to get tossed back and forth, but the rope held us down.
I was glad we had been wrap and tied down like a sack of potatoes. What that sand could do to bare skin was something I dint want to even try to imagine. Kyrina had fallen asleep, and even though the tossing and violent turning, she stayed asleep. It was probably for the best because now I could hear the sound of creatures unseen in the sandstorm; I could only hope Dresnal got us to where ever we were going safely.
Two hours later, the sand stopped abruptly along with the winds, and I could feel the inertia of us slowing down, pulling me forwards. Soon we stopped, and I felt the ropes loosen. Dim lights greeted me as the blanket was removed; both Kyrina and I were covered in sand; the blanket had only prevented us from severe damage.
Kyrina got off my lap and started to stretch, and I admired her in that beautiful green dress. She turned and caught me looking with a smile and gave a spin to shake the sand off, and I stood up, looking around. It was a low and wide cave with a couple more of the sand buggies parked, but no one was there to greet us.
I looked over at Dresnal, but he was taking some of the cloth off himself, revealing his translucent blue body and arms. He left his gloves on, and I was looking at them, and he explained that touching sand caused him to expend energy, so gloves are the best thing for him to keep on. It was similar to Maxine and water, so I could understand.
"So, how did you find us?"
"Luck mostly. Your little stunt is the real reason we were able to get you, and I was watching for you guys, but some many come though, so it's hard to catch two people."
We were led deeper into the tunnel, and then it opened up to a large cave that had some tents in it. There wasn't more than fifteen set up around the place, and I was wonder what the big idea was? This was the rebellion or whatever?
I looked at him, and he had a stupid grin on his face.
"Don't look so serious, we have lots of other camps, don't worry, we won't be staying here either. This is just a small camp for the transport circle."
"You have one?" Kyrina piped up from beside me.
"One what? Is this a teleporter?"
"Yeah, they are band here, so we have to, you know, keep it on the hush."
Kyrina looked shock at this news and then squinted her eye at Dresnal before looking back at me.
"We can trust them; there is no way they would show us unless they planned on killing us right now. I know this is for the purpose of saving planets, but that doesn't change the fact that this is banned on every known planet. I don't think anyone needs an explanation of what would happen if someone got a hold of this."
"How are you so familiar with these laws?" I asked, but it was Dresnal that answered.
"It common knowledge boy, anyone in the galactic arm knows this!"
"He was from a pre-space planet, so he wouldn't know. You know we are Universal Watch if you know Sasha, so you know our position on this, right?"
"Yeah, and after Xeno-Tsunami is safe, we will turn it over to the Watch, don't worry. Jill knows about it, so don't worry, let's go, this place is stuffy! Let me take you to where the rest of us hang out."
Dresnal led us to the back of the cave, where there was a tent just more significant than the rest. We were led inside, and the was two metal golden disk on the ground. Dresnal walked over and touched them both with each hand and took on a look of intense concentration. Suddenly the disc's started to glow and shake until he to his hands of them. They began to spin fast and faster, and soon they separated, opening a hole in the air.
We both stepped forward, but Kyrina was far more confident about it the I was. I could see green trees and water on the other side of the hole, and I was starting to loosen the reservations I was holding, but my choice was made for me. Kyrina pulled me into the spot, and I was worried that we would hit the sides of the hole, but suddenly we were on the other side, and I cou
ld feel a cool breeze.
I heard Dresnal come behind us, and I stepped ahead more to get out of his way, then turned. I saw Dresnal's blue smile, and he looked around, taking a deep breath, but I wasn't really sure if he had lungs, but I didn't want to contemplate that right now. No, the world around me was a beautiful garden with tents everywhere and many races walking around.
I turned to Kyrina, but she was smiling, looking out at everything lost in the people and landscape. I couldn't blame her. It was great, and we had been in space since we got here; I mean, I was in a tavern, but that doesn't really count. This was a lot different; this was a real paradise, but where was this? I turned to Dresnal, but he waved ahead; the man was uncannily perceptive.
I looked forward, and the girls were there, and I then realized that even Kyrina had disappeared and was already over there talking to them. Well, This was the best possibility, if we all got to stay here until race day, we wouldn't have to worry about the kind and other racers. This was perfect; I wonder why Irellia hadn't said anything? Maybe she didn't know, and Jill didn't want to change things, good girl.
I walked over to join the group, Tama and Mikota came over and clamped onto me, but I only kissed the top of their heads. This earned me some puzzled looks, and the two of them looked to Kyrina. When Kyrina noticed, she was just as confused, but the girl's knife-like stares started to sink, and Kyrina looked away, turning bright red.
I used two hands and chopped the top of their heads to make them complain, but it broke the death glares at Kyrina. I was going to have to bring this up, or maybe I wouldn't. I'm sure the girls are starting to get the vibe, I guess you would call it. I don't know if it was a thing you could feel, but I think women have a sense for it.
Sasha and Maxine smiled at me when I gave them hugs, and when I got to Tilly, she looked happy and gave me a big hug with a big smile. When she leaned in, she whispered into my ear.
"Treat her good, Dave. I'll keep the girls back. You deserve this for all that you have done."
I felt a bit choked up, and my eyes were feeling wet, so I walked ahead before going to see Iona. I let my eyes dry and turned back to the girl with arms crossed. She was so cute, but I knew it was all an act; I had held her in that little house while we talked about the pains and struggles and what I was trying to do.
"Don't frown; the smile looks better!"
"Shut up, just remember there will be more games, Ill be here each time. Don't forget it!"
Iona turned back to the girls, and Tilly smiled at me warmly before turning and following Iona around. I was left feeling oddly content. It was a new feeling that was starting to feel more like what it was. Love.
Chapter 86: Letting Things Get To Me
As I watch the girls talk to Kyrina about the trip and all that happened. I noticed Dresnal standing off the side, looking up at the sphere that was covering this place. I walked up beside him and looked to where he was looking, but I could see nothing out of the ordinary.
"This is nice, right?"
"Yeah, that's for sure; I can't believe there is a place like this out here!"
"This wasn't the only one like this. Before the King, there were places like this all around the planet."
"What happened to them all?"
"The King restricted transport to the settlements and after barely send the requirements to keep their people unable to survive. One month ago, the was a global raid carried out across the planet. They each destroyed the remaining habitats, essentially killing the residents."
"Did they? I mean, across the planet, how could you have you… ouch! Hey! What was that for?"
Dresnal had slapped me across the back of my head, and I hadn't even sensed the sound or the speed, and I knew he held back a lot. Who was this guy, and just how strong was he? I must seem like an idiot to him, but not like I could change that without some help. I didn't have the luxury of being in space to start with the memories.
"The teleporter! Aren't you even paying attention? Are all your kind this dumb?"
Ooo, that hurt, and because it was true, I didn't say anything back after. Dresnal was right; I gotta get my head on straight.
"Okay, I'll pay attention more. Sorry, this is a lot, and I don't have all the knowledge I really need about these other planets; I was stuck on a rock with a land bound civ. I'll get better, but we need some help."
"Good, that's what I want to hear. I'll work with you and make you strong enough to fight Alexander one v one! Just listen, your MAS units are here, but there will be some training that you and your partner must complete in the next week."
I look over to Kyrina, and the driver's words echoed in my mind, but she wouldn't stop, and I couldn't ask her to. I looked back at Dresnal and nodded.
"Good, training starts tomorrow, so enjoy yourself for one day, cause that's all ya get, HAHA!" The Oceana man slapped my back, knocking the wind from my lungs and me almost off my feet.
I caught myself and gasped. Wow, what is this guy?! I could hear his laughter slowly fade, and then there was someone at my side.
I turned to see a sympathetic Sasha looking down at my panting self. I smiled up at her at straightened up, taking a deep breath. One of my goals was to get strong enough to survive one of those slaps standing straight. I smiled inwardly to myself, thinking of the ridiculous plan.
"What's so funny? Dad can be rough sometimes; I'm really sorry!" Sasha apologized.
"Haha, it's okay! That's your dad? Well, he looks like a good man, so I'm glad about that, and I can't wait to learn from him!" But something in Sasha's eyes said that I shouldn't get too excited, so I asked what was up.
"Well, He is a bit on the overzealous side and likes to push people off the edge of cliffs, if you know what I mean. I don't think he would actually push anyone off a cliff… unless he thought it would help… ya, just get ready, Jill told him to go easy on the other teams, but we are putting everyone on you two."
"So…"
"…Yeah, Jill didn't tell him to go easy one, you guys… so… umm… sorry…"
Sasha turned and walked away, and it was left with my thoughts. So, worked to the bone, but this was good; the stronger we were, the more likely we were to succeed. I wouldn't let it get me down; I owed that to Kyrina, we had plans, and we would do them here.
I walked to the group, took Kyrina by the hand, and pulled her away from the other girls waving goodbye as I tugged Kyrina away. I headed into the center of the huts, there were around thirty half-circle huts, and I could smell cooking foods. I let my nose lead the way, and Kyrina followed along behind me.
I found the food the smell I followed, so I pulled Kyrina close and asked if we could have some and where we could pay. The Sylica handed us a giant leaf with eight skewers on it and held his wrist out after tapping it. I reached my band over him, and they both beeped, making the man smile.
I got some drinks, and Kyrina carried them while we found a spot to sit. We ended up finding a nice place in the shade of a palm tree near some water. It was nice to relax, and this was what we wanted, plus bing out here was a lot nicer than a stuffy hotel and worrying about being killed. With Sasha's warning, I was concerned that the same danger might lay in the training ahead.
"What are you thinking about?"
Dang! I drifted off in my thoughts, but it wasn't like there was any reason to hide this.
"I was just thinking about something Sasha had warned me about."
This made Kyrina perk up, looking around.
"No, no, it's nothing like that. Did you know that Dresnal is Sasha's father? He is also going to be our instructor."
"That doesn't seem bad, and no, I didn't. Dresnal is quite the man, so I sure we will learn a lot from him."
Ouch! That kinda hurt to hear Kyrina say that, but it was motivation to get better. I had a good body; it just needed some meat on it and some more strength.
"Well, Sasha says he's a bit of a savage when it comes to training. Jill asked him to go easy on everyone."
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"Oh?"
"Yeah, everyone, but for us."
Chapter 87: BBQ Catsects
"Wah? Why just us? That doesn't seem fair? How bad is he?"
"Well, Sasha said something about being the type to push a person off the side of a cliff if he thought it would help them."
The color drained from Kyrina's face, and I started to laugh, and I moved to give her a kiss. Kyrina was surprised at first but pressed into my lips and kissed me back. After pulling apart, we finished eating and cleaned up our mess, returning the cups and tossing the leaf in the fire pit. There were a couple more ponds in the area, so we decided to go for a walk.
"Where does the race start?" I asked as we walked along the edge of a pond, watching birds and bugs fly around.
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