Ryoko has been training Saki ever since their ordeal together. Today is another such day in which they once again train together. Ryoko has a vigorous training program:
1. Upper body
2. Lower body
3. Core training
4. Mental training
5. Overall training
Days 6 and 7 of the week are rest days. She doesn't focus on bulk or strength but they do play a part. Most of it is too build her endurance and stamina. And her mental sharpness. Today Ryoko and Saki will do Overall training, a bit of everything. They met up in Tokyo at a gym. It is closed for the general public. But Ryoko and Saki have the place all too themselves with Ryokos personal trainer.
Ry: Alright Saki, hope you packed a lunch. Your in for a all day affair.
Saki: Bring it. You know I can take whatever you throw at me.
They start off with upper body; push ups, pull ups, rapid fire reps with weights, hitting a heavy bag, military press. both quickly work up a sweat. With their arms on fire, lower body is next; squats, leg presses, jump boxes, stairs and back too the heavy bag.
Ry: Keeping up with me aren't ya?
Saki: Can't leave me behind, not today.
Ry: Something has flown up your skirt. Mind filling me in?
Saki: Petra being her usual self.
Ry: You know.... I find it funny that a rich pompous ass is having a problem with another rich person. But you aren't a pompous ass.
Saki: Your rich aren't you?
Ry: Yeah I am but I never show it off or anything. I was raised properly.
Saki: Sometimes I think she just does it too get my goat.
Ry: You two have never really gotten along...
Saki: I'm never going too lose too her... ever.
Ry: With me training you, you will also be stronger then her.
Core training is next, jogging, sit ups, agility training of various forms taking from other sports like futbol, American football and the like. After that they take a few minutes too rest and take in some fuel. Ryoko drinks a protein drink, Sakis tries it but doesn't like it. So she drinks milk instead. The next part of their training is more mental and spiritual.
Ry: Your mind and body are one. Each work together, you can't have one without the other. This type of meditation lets you cast away the physical self, lets you see inside your self. You may even grow closer too your Arcana as well. Though you are bound by contract.
Saki: Who taught you this?
Ry: My mother. She has always encouraged too explore my abilities. At least too her, this is one way of doing so.
Ryoko joins Saki in this part of the mental training. Showing her proper breathing and how too be as relaxed as possible. Soon Saki enters a deep state of peace, of calmness. Bhanri speaks too her, assuring her that her reasons for growing stronger are noble and of pure intention. Bhanri also congratulates her on being more open... at least a bit more. And that her powers are ready too grow as well too due her training. As long she keeps at it, she will grow and tap into her potential... a potential that is great.
Ry: How do you feel?
Saki: More in tune then ever before.
Ry: I'm glad too here that. Don't mean too nose into your personal business but I saw a file on you.
Saki: You did? From where?
Ry: Petras office. Manage too get a sneak peek. I was surprised too learn you have NO formal training at all. Even Zenia mentioned it too me. And yet.... you are highly formidable fighter. I can say so with first hand experience. All you need is someone too push you, too polish you. I'm am interested in your growth Saki. Not just as a fighter but as a person as well.
Saki: Well.... *smile* thank you.
The next part of training is THE most difficult. Saki and Ryoko go too another room, it features an obstacle course. Most of the obstacles are from a famous Japanese show (Saskue also known as Ninja Warrior in America). The room also has another twist...
Ry: The temperature in this room is warmer then the outside air. But not extremely so. We are already tired, this adds even more strain. Just have too push through.
*They exit*
Ry: Ready?
Saki: Yes.
Ry: Alright. Rules are simple, you fall you lose. First two stages are timed the last isn't. Beat the first 2 stages with the time limit too advance.
Saki: Right.
Ryoko goes first. She completes it quickly but at the end she is drenched in sweat. Saki too completes it quickly but is too drenched in sweat. But is also more tired. Her arms and legs burn and she is breathing heavy. The next stage tests their strength, not only upper but lower body. Both pass the course but are barely able too stand up. The last stage pushes them too their breaking point. Even with rest, neither finish the final stage. Ryokos personal trainer helps them out of the room and into the recovery area. They are given IVs too help with dehydration, though they aren't in any real danger too be considered life threatening. They also sip sports drinks too help with recovery.
Ry: How do you feel?
Saki: I couldn't stand even if I tried.
Ry: Then I did a good job today. When we get out of here, i'll make us a good old fashioned protein filled dinner.
Saki: What?
Ry: Steak, eggs, chicken, anything too help rebuild muscle. Fill you up too. Don't worry it'll be good.
Ryoko and Saki go through the recovery treatment. when finished they head for Ryokos house and she begins cooking the big meal promised. Steak, eggs, chicken, fish, fruit salad, regular salad (with all the fixings) and bread for making sandwiches or just on the side.
Saki: Such a fest you have made.
Ry: We've earned it. *glee*
Saki:*smile* Indeed.
Ry: *leer* Enough talk, let us eat.
Each fill their plate with all it can hold, find a comfy spot in her living room. Munch on their food and watch TV. The food is filling and good for them.
Saki: I wish Heart could eat like this more often.
Ry: I would have too agree with you there. I don't mind sweets and treats but I think Heart over does it.
Saki: She does work at her families sweet shop.
Ry: True.
Saki: I can't wait for another training session with you.
Ry: Rest for a few days Saki. Then we will train again. You are also free too train on your own. Even with Heart.
Saki: I don't mind training with Heart but Heart never pushes me far enough. I know she would never hurt me and i'm not asking for that but.
Ry: You just want someone too push you... as far as possible. Too your limits. And perhaps beyond them.
Saki doesn't answer but Ryoko knows all too well what pushes Saki. They finish their fest and Ryoko drives Saki home. After few days they again met up at Ryokos house again.
Saki: What will we do today?
Ry: Fight me.
Saki: Excuse me?
Ry: Petra is... interested in your growing abilities. No I haven't told her anything about our private business but someone has.
Saki: *sad* Oh Heart...
Ry: Yeah.... that is about the only possibility. I want too be sure Saki. You have grown but I want too be sure. Fight me.
They do indeed fight. though it isn't like last time, it is an equal test. A test of strength. It doesn't it go as far as last time but both stop before it is too real.
Ry: (Wow. Saki has grown stronger, faster. She is tapping into her potential that has always been there. She is more focused, in tune.)
Saki isn't one too openly proclaim much but the look on her face says it all. She has grown stronger but there is a sense of resolve in her eyes. She isn't done yet not by a long shot.
Saki: Again.... Ryoko?
Ry: Sure.
They go a few more rounds, Saki tests the limits of her strength, pushing Ryoko as well. They stop after a while.
Ry: Saki....
Saki: My strength. I've grown stronger. Thank you.
Ry: Just helping a friend out.
Saki: I know i'm far from finished.
Ry: Keep pushing Saki, just keep pushing.
Saki is left for a few weeks because Ryoko has racing related activities too keep her busy. Saki is too busy with school. Zenia Valov asks Saki for a sparing session, revealing that she is one who told Petra about her training sessions. Saki gives Zenia what she wants but isn't very happy about what she does is revealed. She beats Zenia and demands that she say nothing too anyone. Zenia isn't so keen on breaking orders from Petra. Saki again demands silence, Zenia refuses. Having had enough, Saki marches too Petras office....
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