The Shards of War: Balancing Power

Chapter 15

The training area behind Shellz's shop buzzed with activity as Matsu, Blaze, and Exander prepared for the second round of tryouts. Exander, eager to prove himself, asked Matsu about Calie and Marie's absence.

"Where are Calie and Marie?" Exander inquired.

Matsu chuckled, "Oh, they're off doing their idol duties. You know how it is, balancing the glamorous life of stardom and our little group. But don't worry, we've got this."

As the new applicants arrived, Matsu explained the drills and combat situations. The candidates, though fewer in number than the first round, displayed impressive skills. Matsu observed keenly, gauging their teamwork and individual prowess.

Blaze, standing by Matsu's side, nudged Exander. "These guys are good, huh? Think you can keep up?"

Exander, determined, replied, "Absolutely. I'm here to prove that I belong on this team."

Throughout the drills, Matsu offered encouragement and advice. "Nice shot! Keep that coordination up, we need solid teamwork."

Blaze chimed in, "And remember, communication is key. Don't be shy about calling out your moves."

The training area echoed with the sounds of gunfire and strategic discussions. The candidates adapted to the challenges, showcasing their potential. Matsu nodded approvingly, appreciating the skills each individual brought to the table.

Exander, eager to impress, eagerly joined the exercises, proving his mettle alongside the other candidates. As the day unfolded, Matsu couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement for the future of their team. Little did they know, the bond formed in this training area would soon evolve into something extraordinary.

As the tryouts continued, Matsu and Blaze's friends arrived to check on their progress. Matsu and Blaze greeted them with smiles, introducing Exander to the group.

"Hey, everyone! This is Exander, our newest teammate!" Blaze announced.

Angelo, Orca, Terry, Jackie, Opal, and Marina gathered around, expressing curiosity about the new addition to the team. Exander greeted them with a polite smile.

"Nice to meet you all! I'm excited to be a part of the team," Exander said.

Angelo, always the energetic one, clapped Exander on the back. "Welcome to the crew! We're a bit of a ragtag bunch, but we get the job done."

Orca, with her acute senses, nodded in Exander's direction. "Pleasure to meet you, Exander. We've heard good things about your skills."

Terry and Jackie, the dynamic duo, exchanged amused glances. "Matsu and Blaze sure know how to pick 'em. Hope you're ready for the madness," Terry remarked with a chuckle.

Opal and Marina, each with their unique backgrounds, extended friendly greetings. "Welcome to the team, Exander. We're like family around here," Marina said, emphasizing the camaraderie.

Matsu, observing the interactions, added, "Exander's got the skills, and I have a feeling he'll fit right in."

Blaze chimed in, "Absolutely. We're not just teammates; we're a family. And you, Exander, are now a part of it."

As Exander exchanged nods and smiles with the group, he couldn't help but feel a sense of warmth and acceptance.

Then exander says that it's cool that matsu and blaze are friends with angelo from team Krush Crew and Orca from team Splash Jam, then there's Terry and Jackie, the dangerous short but dangerous and tall but timid duo, Terry says he's not short and Jackie tells him to calm down or they won't cuddle anymore, Matsu laughs and tells Exander that he and Blaze trained Angelo and Orca in fact, in the past, the two used to be his aprentices, also they're dating, Matsu said quickly, then exander nodded undertandingly.