*The next day had come and Bella sat on the steps and Athena had told her what was going on with Adeona.*

Bella: Adeona is damaged?

Athena: Well mentally AND physically, Adeona can't take another battle again until it eventually evolves. Im sorry but i can't battle you again any time soon.

*Bella looked away a bit sadly but just smiled*

Bella: It's all good, evolve your bey when you're ready and come find me. I'll be ready to take you on!

*Athena smiled and placed a hand on her sisters shoulder with reassurance*

Athena: Thank you, for understanding.. i'll be sure to come back stronger than ever.

*Shu eventually comes into the New York Bulls and he confronts Bella*

Athena: Shu?

*Shu held up his Origin Bey, Atlas Spriggan to Bella and she jumped to her feet in excitement*

Shu: I want to battle.

*Bellas eyes lit up in excitement and she held up her bey as well*

Bella: Yeah!!

Athena: Shu, already?!

Shu: Your victory against Athena proved to me that you are ready to take me on, i hope you can show me your true power.

Bella: Atlas Spriggan huh? Should be pretty interesting.. Alright, you're on!

Shu: I will face you in the New York Arena tomorrow in an official battle.

Bella: An official battle?!

Athena: Are you serious?!

Shu: Yeah, the world wants to see your skills and i feel an official battle will only make you more popular.

Bella: Hey, i'm getting more and more famous from it so it's all good!

*Shu smiled and he headed up the stairs, looking back at Bella*

Shu: I await our battle, Bella Akazara.

*Bella nods and smiles fiercely, going back to her training. Athena runs after Shu in concern*

Athena: An official battle already? What are you thinking?

Shu: She's clearly never experienced a battle like this before, a battle of this scale will get her more and more comfortable with being on the public stages.

Athena: I guess that's true.

Shu: If she's going to face off against people like Valt or Lui again who will be much stronger than they were before, she needs to be more comfortable in places like this. I could tell it took getting used to being in a big city like New York.

Athena: She definitely has been feeling a bit homesick but i'm helping her with that the best i possibly can.

Shu: That's good, if she's going to battle with the best of her capabilities then she needs to have the proper mood to battle. She needs you just as much as you need her, you 2 really are siblings.

Athena: You know when i battled her both times, at the Castle Of Demise and here... i could see it, i could see her future.

Shu: What did you see?

Athena: Battles mostly, some against old friends and some not. It was hard to tell what any of it meant.

Shu: I'm sure time will tell. This is only just the beginning of the story, hers won't end without a bang.

Athena: What do you mean?

Shu: I believe if that you ever decide to stop blading, Bella could be the one to carry on your legacy.

Athena: My legacy? I don't remember doing anything really noteworthy.

Shu: You brought Lane to his senses 3 years ago and the anniversary of when you beat him will be tomorrow. You're 13 now so i would expect you to forget some things.

Athena: Well i only did that out of the kindness of my heart, i never really intended to leave an impact on the people who might have watched. It's a nice thought and i'm obviously grateful for all the fans and supporters i have now but i never thought i would reach this point.

Shu: Well nobody could ever go through what you did but your will and drive to never give up no matter how hard you were knocked down, that inspired so many bladers around the globe. Is it really that big of a surprise why nearly everyone wants to be like you, only Valt could even compare to your fame.

Athena: Well that is an interesting way to look at it, a way i never thought about before.

Shu: Well even though you've made it here, there is a lot you've yet to learn.

Athena: And i'll be here to learn. Goodluck with your battle with Bella, you might need it.

*Athena smiled and she went back to the first floor to Bella who was training with Rangara for the big battle*

---Meanwhile---

*Main Kuromi stood on the Empire State Building as he overlooked the entire city, a man stood next to him, a man who was shrouded in mystery, it was Ashtem*

Ashtem: As a new addition to the Snake Pits finest bladers, you have been chosen to eliminate Athena Valhalla for good.

Main: Well i'm one step ahead of you sir. I already have a vendetta against her, no matter what.. your wish will be fulfilled.

Ashtem: I'm counting on you Main Kuromi but i must warn you, Athena is not an opponent you should take lightly.

Main: And what of Lane Valhalla and Bella Akazara?

Ashtem: They are also threats to our plan but Athena's elimination is priority. Focus on her first before dealing with them.

Main: Lane Valhalla.. didn't he use to be apart of the Snake Pit?

Ashtem: Yes, a long time ago. After his pitiful defeat at the hands of Athena in the Sparking Legend Tour which has been 3 years ago tomorrow. It's a shame Lane chose the light instead of the darkness but now i have you, i pray you won't make the same mistake as he did.

Main: Whatever you say, i only want to crush Athena and make her feel the pain i did back then.

Ashtem: Main, there is a bigger goal you're not seeing. If you are to lose to Athena and she seduces you with her light then you are longer any of use to me. The legacy of the Valhalla Royal Family must be wiped from the slate for good.

*Mains Bey, Primary Michael started to glow a bright golden light.. it's aura overwhelming to look at*

Ashtem: Primary Michael, the archangel of light who is the leader of all angels in heaven. Truly an interesting bey indeed.

Main: It's a super strong Stamina Type bey. The abilities are for the final act when i showcase it against Athena.

Ashtem: I already know of your beys abilities.

Main: Say what!?

Ashtem: It's a bey that combines the powers and abilities of every threat the Beyblade world has faced such as Lucifer, Spriggan, Apocalypse, Phoenix and more.. It truly is a bey fit for a god!

*Main took a step back in surprise as his secrets were exposed*

Main: How did you know..?!

*Ashtem simply grins and started to laugh maniacally as Main looked at the man in surprise*

---The Next Day---

*It was almost time for the Official battle between Bella Akazara and Shu Kurenai, both bladers very well known in the blading world. Bella waited in one of the waiting rooms as she waited to be called up to her battle*

Bella: Beherit, let's do our best out there. We're gonna win for sure!

*Athena enters the waiting room and smiled*

Athena: Shu is a strong opponent, maybe too strong for you. Be careful out there.

Bella: I will, and i'll win too!

*Athena smiled as she looked her in the eyes*

Athena: She reminds me so much of myself.. she'll be alright after all it seems.

*The match was ready to start and Bella and Shu waited on the opposite sides of the arena, the doors opened and the 2 bladers stepped out as the sounds of a crowd cheering filled the room*

Bella: A-Amazing...! So many people..!!

*The 2 bladers stepped up to the new Zero Stadium and Shu simply smiles*

Shu: Well the time has finally come, show me what you can do!

Bella: I hope you studied hard! You ever find a weakness in my Beherit?

Shu: I'm afraid not.

Bella: I figured you wouldn't, that seals my victory!

Shu: But still..

Bella: Huh?

Shu: The one who comes out of this battle on top will be me.

Bella: We'll see about that..!

Referee: First Battle!!

*Shu changes the layer into Right Spin and the Quattro driver into Defense Mode*

Bella: So he's coming at me in Right Spin Defense Mode.. he's gonna try and go for a stamina battle huh? In that case...

*Bella switches her launcher into Power Mode*

Bella: This ought to do it..

Referee: Ready Set!!

3 2 1 GO SHOOT!!!

*The beys land in the stadium and Spriggan took the center immediately and Beherit was already on the Upper Deck*

Bella: Alright! Let's go!!

*Beherit races into the Secondary Stadium and starts to pick up speed as it rode the slope*

Bella: Get in there!!

*Beherit races out and it heads straight for Spriggan*

Shu: Bring it!

*Beherit clashes with Spriggan with all its might but it was the one sent flying back instead*

Bella: Keep on going Beherit, we're not done!!

*Beherit tries again but was countered again by Spriggan*

Bella: Tch..!!

Shu: What's wrong? Is that all you can do?

Bella: Absolutely not! We've got plenty to show you!!

*Beherit keeps its barrage of attacks going but Spriggan wasn't faltering in the slightest*

Bella: Beherit, end this!!

*Beherit climbs the slope of the stadium once again and it skids on the High Driver, gaining insane momentum*

Bella: Let's go Beherit! High Shoot!!

*Beherits assault was getting more and more intense and Spriggan was finally starting to wobble*

Shu: Oh?

*Beherit finally lands the strike that sends Spriggan flying and it hit the wall*

Shu: Tch...!!

Bella: Blow them away! Origin Thunder, go!!

*Beherit lands a fierce blow and Spriggan was blown out of the stadium*

Referee: Origin Beherit, Over Finish! Bella Akazara earns 1 point!!

*The crowd burst into cheers as Athena and Lane watched the battle from afar, observing everything*

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Athena: She actually managed to score a point, impressive.

Lane: Well the battle isn't over yet, but it is impressive that she was able to knock out Spriggan even in its defense mode.

Athena: Well i guess we'll see soon enough.

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*Bella picked up her bey as she stared over towards Shu Kurenai as he stared back at her*

Shu: An Over Finish huh? Interesting..

Bella: Shu, with the explosive sight of a burst finish, i'll take the next battle as well!!

Shu: A burst you say..? In that case, i'll just have to burst you instead.

Referee: Second Battle!!

*Shu switches his driver into Attack Mode, leaving the layer in Right Spin*

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Athena: Attack Mode? He's really going for a burst after all..!

---

*Both bladers take their positions and the battle started*

Referee: Ready Set!!

3 2 1 GO SHOOT!!!

*The beys land in the stadium and Spriggan comes charging in immediately*

Bella: It's fast!

*Spriggan slams into Beherit and sends it flying thanks to its incredible weight and power, the attack was stemmed from 2 metal blades that were fused into the layer*

Bella: Metal blades...!?!

*The rubber on the Quattro drivers attack mode began to spark and fizz as it races back in for the blow*

Shu: Do it now! Rushing Counter Break!!

*Spriggan began to land a series of fierce attacks which threw Beherit around like a ping pong*

Bella: Tch..!!

Shu: What's wrong? Is this all you got?

Bella: There's no room to counter... what do i do?!

Shu: Is this it? I had high hopes for you..!!

*Bella started to get angry as her eyes began to glow*

Bella: Don't test me!!

*Beherit managed to escape and dodge Spriggans next blow, Shu smiled and readied for what Bella would throw at him next*

Bella: Now Beherit, tear them to pieces!!

Beherit: Let's go!!

Bella: Origin Thunder!!

*Beherit sped ahead as its wings began to glow with a purple energy*

Shu: This battle ends here, Spriggan!!

*Spriggans axe blades began to glow with a clean streak of golden energy*

Shu: Atlas Slash!!

*Spriggan slams into Beherit as a streak of golden energy went straight through Beherit as the world went black for a split moment! The stadium explodes with a loud explosion and both beys went flying back, Beherit burst and Spriggan lands outside of the stadium last*

Bella: W-What...?!!

Referee: Atlas Spriggan, Burst Finish! Shu Kurenai is the winner with a final score of 2-1!!

*The crowd burst into cheers as Bella fell to her knees in despair..*

Bella: Beherit...

*Beherit drags her into the avatar world and Bella appeared on Beherits shoulder*

Beherit: Let's not beat ourselves up too bad now. We may have lost but we're going to come back stronger than ever, we just need to train harder!

Bella: Yeah, next time we'll beat Shu for good!!

Beherit: A battle that decides who is more dominant, a battle who decides who is the strongest! None of that matters when we're at the ultimate peak with the best battle ever!!

Bella: I feel you, i want only the best and most exciting battle! A boring battle is not something i tolerate!

*The avatar world disappeared and Bella just smiles*

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Lane: Well it would appear that Bella has lost.

Athena: Yeah, however it's not going to end here. She'll get a lot stronger from this battle, i just know it.

---Later that day---

*Bella stood alone in the backyard of the Valhalla Manor and stood at the newly placed Zero Stadium that was placed back there, she was reflecting on the battle she had with Shu*

Bella: Spriggan is a lot stronger than i could've imagined, surely was something to behold.

*Bella sat down and laid back into the stadium as she let the gentle breeze brush over her skin*

Bella: Beherit, aside from Shu, Athena and Lane... there are so many awesome and strong bladers just waiting to battle us, i'm getting all sorts of excited!

---Meanwhile---

*Athena stood alone in a Beylab in the New York Bulls and she set her Sovereign Adeona on the table. She took to the computer and began to make a design for a new Adeona that would suceed her old one*

Athena: Lane's right, if i'm going to get stronger then i've done all i can do with Sovereign Adeona. I want a new experience, one that can face Beherit and any Origin Bey it sees.

*A jagged 4 sided silhouette of a bey appeared on the screen and Athena began to smile, it would take several days but the bey that would follow would be worth the time it would take to make it*

Athena: Adeona.. hang on tight, it'll take a bit of time but i promise you.. you're going to be absolutely amazing when you're completed!

[TBC]

Next Chapter: Blazing Flames! Atlas Ember!!

Shu challenges Bella and Rangara both in an official match and more and more of Spriggans power is revealed, along with a devastating special move which turns the stadium into a pit of flames!