Opposite attracts

Chapter 6: The otherside of you

As the team gathered in the common area of their headquarters, Seeker's attention was drawn to the chessboard set up in the corner of the room. Cipher, known for his strategic prowess, sat opposite the board, his brow furrowed in concentration as he contemplated his next move.

Seeker's curiosity was piqued, and she approached the table, a playful smirk playing at the corners of her lips.

Seeker: "Mind if I join in, Cipher? I've been known to dabble in a game of chess or two."

Cipher glanced up, surprised by Seeker's offer, but he nodded in agreement, a flicker of amusement in his eyes.

Cipher: "Sure thing, Seeker. But don't expect me to go easy on you."

The rest of the team watched with interest as Seeker and Cipher settled in for their game, the tension palpable in the air as they carefully considered their moves.

At first, Seeker's play was light-hearted and carefree, her moves reflecting her playful nature. But as the game progressed, something shifted within her. A sense of focus and determination settled over her, her playful demeanor giving way to a quiet intensity.

As Seeker's strategy began to unfold, the rest of the team watched in awe, their attention completely captivated by the unexpected display of seriousness from their usually carefree teammate.

Raze: "Whoa, Seeker's actually taking this seriously! I didn't know she had it in her."

Phoenix: "Look at her go! She's really giving Cipher a run for his money."

Even Iso, who had previously clashed with Seeker over their differing approaches to teamwork, found himself impressed by her newfound focus.

Iso: "I never thought I'd see the day when Seeker played chess like her life depended on it. She's a force to be reckoned with."

As the game reached its climax, Seeker's strategy paid off, and she executed a brilliant move that left Cipher speechless. With a triumphant grin, she declared her victory, her eyes sparkling with pride and satisfaction.

Seeker: "Checkmate, Cipher. Looks like I win."

The room erupted into cheers and applause as the team congratulated Seeker on her impressive victory. And as she basked in the glow of their admiration, Seeker couldn't help but feel a sense of pride in herself.

~~~ after a while

As Seeker and Iso reconvened for their next training session, Iso couldn't help but feel a sense of anticipation mixed with apprehension. After witnessing Seeker's surprising display of seriousness during their chess match, he was curious to see if she would bring that same focus and determination to their training.

But as they began their session, Iso quickly realized that Seeker's carefree attitude remained firmly intact. She moved through the exercises with her usual playful flair, her movements fluid and effortless.

Iso couldn't contain his frustration any longer, and he turned to Seeker with a furrowed brow.

Iso: "Seeker, I thought we talked about taking things seriously. This training session is important, and your carefree attitude isn't helping."

Seeker's grin widened as she met Iso's gaze, a mischievous glint in her eyes.

Seeker: "Oh, Iso, why so serious? My carefree nature is part of what makes me who I am. It's what allows me to catch my opponents off guard and turn the tables on them."

Iso sighed heavily, feeling a mixture of exasperation and admiration for Seeker's unorthodox approach.

Iso: "I get that, Seeker. But there's a time and a place for everything. Right now, we need to focus on improving our skills and working as a team."

As Iso watched Seeker shake her head in response to his concerns, he couldn't help but feel a twinge of frustration. He had hoped that she would take his words to heart and make an effort to focus during their training session.

But before he could say anything else, Seeker's expression shifted, her playful demeanor giving way to a focused intensity that took Iso by surprise. With a determined glint in her eyes, she turned to face him, her grin replaced by a look of fierce determination.

Before Iso could respond, Seeker moved with lightning speed, launching into a series of maneuvers that left him struggling to keep up. Her movements were fluid and precise, each one executed with a calculated precision that bordered on perfection.

As Iso watched in astonishment, he realized that Seeker was playing him like a chess master, anticipating his every move and countering with a strategy of her own. Despite his best efforts to keep pace, he found himself outmaneuvered at every turn, unable to gain the upper hand.

By the time their training session came to an end, Iso was left breathless and bewildered, his pride smarting from the thorough defeat he had suffered at Seeker's hands.

Seeker with a triumphant grin, her eyes sparkling with satisfaction.

Seeker: "See, Iso? Sometimes, you just have to trust in the unexpected. My carefree nature may seem like a weakness, but it's also my greatest strength."

Iso couldn't help but nod in begrudging agreement, a newfound respect for Seeker's unorthodox approach blossoming within him..

As Seeker approached Iso, a sense of gravity seemed to settle over the training ground. She reached out and gently took his face in her hands, her eyes glowing with a radiant yellow light that seemed to pierce through the darkness.

Iso felt a jolt of electricity shoot through him as he met Seeker's intense gaze, a shiver running down his spine. He could sense the raw power emanating from her, a reminder of the untapped potential that lay within.

Seeker's voice was soft but tinged with a warning as she spoke, her words carrying the weight of her experience.

Seeker: "Iso, it's too dangerous for me to take things seriously all the time. My radiant power, it's unpredictable. Sometimes, it can get out of hand."

Iso's eyes widened in realization as he felt the energy crackling in the air around them. He understood now why Seeker had chosen to embrace her carefree nature, to keep her powers in check and prevent them from spiraling out of control.

Seeker's grip tightened slightly as she leaned in closer, her lips brushing against Iso's ear as she whispered her warning.

Seeker: "Be careful what you wish for, Iso. You may think you want me to be serious, but you have no idea what you're asking for."

With a final, enigmatic smile, Seeker released Iso's face and stepped back, the glow fading from her eyes as she returned to her usual playful demeanor.

Iso stood there, stunned by the encounter, a newfound respect for Seeker's power and wisdom settling over him. He realized now that there was more to her than met the eye, and he vowed to tread carefully in his interactions with her from now on.

And as they walked away from the training ground, Iso couldn't shake the feeling that he had glimpsed a side of Seeker that few had ever seen, a reminder of the depths of her strength and the mysteries that still lay hidden within her.

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Author's note:
Hi I'm new hoping you don't mind my story and be open minded to the possibility of the outcome

PS. I don't own any of the characters and this is pure fanfiction

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