The Speed Of The Stars

That Morning at the gas station, Seele and Pela Inform March and Collei that Beidou's R32 Engine Blew up on a Practice run Last night at Yougou. March was devastated about what happened, She asks if Beidou is okay? Seele replies that she's okay but her car thankfully missed the Guardrail. Pela Continues.

- She spun it 360 Degrees but was able to control the car after the matter. Its a good thing Her car control is up to par.

March then asks.

- Who will be Beidou's substitute for the race?" Seele knows who it will be.

- That will be me, With my S30Z

Across Town Beidou visits her Mechanic, asks how is the car doing. The mechanic was grateful that she's okay and was lucky that they know a contact that Makes Modified engines. Rather than Beidou receiving another Stock RB26DETT, Her Mechanic and Engine Tuner has decided to order a Billet RB26DETT For her R32, As much as Beidou is excited about her R32's Upcoming new heart. But is worried about the Upcoming race which is already tomorrow.

The Next day She has Seele take her to Harth's Tofu Shop to ask Arlecchino again if she changed her mind. When she enters. Arlecchino was there, Waiting for customers, She immediately recognizes her.

- Oh. Its you.. Say Where's your car?"

Beidou Responds.

- It- Its Engine Blew Up Two nights ago.

Arlecchino apologizes on what just happened to her. Beidou Nods

- Its alright. Can i have a Box Of Fried tofu please?

Arlecchino Acknowledges her order and prepares the food. And gives Beidou some good news.

- You know Kid. I thought it over, and i Might race for you tonight

Beidou's face suddenly lights up with joy. Immediately Thanking Arlecchino and informing her that she wont regret it. Arlecchino Gives Her The Order and Beidou pays up. "

- You wont regret this Ms. Arlecchino!

As Arlecchino Was about to speak. Beidou Is already headed back to Seele's S30Z and the latter on drives off. Headed to the Gas station. Arlecchino Dumbfounded.

- Little did you know. I'm not the one driving the Eight Six Tonight. In Fact. It would be a surprise for you...

That afternoon Collei Arrives from the Gas station. As soon as she reaches the stairs She turns back and asks Arlecchino Something, Arlecchino browsing through her phone.

- Hey Dad? Is it possible for me to borrow the car tomorrow?

Arlecchino Acknowledges her question.

- No can do kiddo, I got to use the car for a meeting tomorrow.

Collei's face turns slightly red with a bit of annoyance in it.

- Really? Ugh, Your timing really sucks, I really do need it though.

Arlecchino smirks up a little.

- I see how it is, You are planning on dating that Pink Haired friend of yours are you?

Collei blushes with a mix of anger and annoyance.

- Non of your Business! Come on stop being a Pain in the ass and just let me take the car.. I'll take it if i want to!

Collei Stomps her way up the stairs But then is stopped with Arlecchino's Voice.

- That car isn't going anywhere without a Key, and that key will be wrapped around my neck as a necklace" Collei Rushes down the flight of stairs. Clearly Annoyed

- What the hell's your Deal?" Arlecchino raises her hand. Making it seem like the gives up.

- Fine fine. You can take the car.

Collei's face lightens up.

- Really? Thank you so much!

Arlecchino then stands up. Putting on a serious tone.

- But under one condition.

Collei asks what it is? Arlecchino Then shows her the keys of the eight six, Dangling away in her hand.

- Tonight at 10, You go up to Yougou. Find some Gal in an FD they say is the fastest in Araumi, And Beat the living Fire out of her on a downhill race

Collei scratches her head in confusion. Arlecchino Puts in a modifier on that deal.

- If you do it, and Win the Race. I'll throw a full tank of Gas for you to use

Collei seemed reluctant at first. But Agrees to the bet.

- For a full tank of gas? I'll do it. 

Arlecchino smiles and throws the keys to Collei, Collei swiftly catching the Keys.

- That's my girl. Now get some rest. You will need it for Tonight."

Meanwhile at the Gas Station. Beidou Is Inspecting the engine of The S30Z of Seele, Pela Checking the Suspension setup at the lift. Beidou Lists down the specifications of the engine from memory on what Seele told her. 

- If i remember it right. This is a 3.1 Liter L28 6 cylinder engine With Twin Turbo's. And if i remember its power output. its Tuned up to 600 Horsepower. Look Seele I am correct. I Get it. Power is everything, But in the downhill. its all about cornering. not Power.

Seele Looks at Beidou.

- I know that. I lowered the boost on the turbo's. Last i checked on the dyno. its Pushing around 400 Horses Tops. Beidou still thinks its too much. But right on Queue. Pela finished checking on the suspension setup and straightens out from checking the suspension.

- All is good here, Setup is fine. If you do indeed need to race Keqing, You are ready" Seele Is still skeptical about Arlecchino showing up. Beidou reassures Seele that she will show up. She promised her anyways.

That evening, As Lyney closes up shop at the gas station. Multiple convoys show up headed for Mt. Yougou to watch the upcoming race of Beidou's team Versus Keqing. 

- Never seen this much people going up to watch the race.. This will be massive

The Yougou Pass is packed with people who are there to watch the race. At the top of Yougou, Beidou And Her Team are now waiting for the arrival Of Keqing And Ningguang, But also awaiting the arrival of Arlecchino and her Eight Six. As The Two RX7's arrive at the top of Yougou. Ningguang Parks Her FC at the rest area, While Keqing Parks her FD at the Start line. Keqing Steps out of her FD, With Ningguang walking over her, They look around and wait for their opponent.

As time ticks by The Clock now read 9:30PM, Thirty Minutes until Its go time for racing. Back at the Base of Yougou. Arlecchino wishes Collei luck on the race, Collei asks if she needs to bring a cup of water to the race. Arlecchino giggles a little bit.

- You don't need a water cup cause you are not carrying any tofu at all. All you have to do is drive your hardest out there.

Collei Understood what Arlecchino said. She rolls up the window and drives off towards Yougou. A night to remember. As the clock continues to tick, Keqing is getting impatient.

- Come on What are we waiting for at this point? If that eight six isn't showing up. At least tell me one of you will be racing me.

Beidou bows her head. Knowing that the eight six isn't gonna show up. Then turns to Seele. 

- Alright Seele. Looks like you and the S30Z are up.

Moments later Seele is lining up her S30Z at the starting line, Beside Keqing's RX7 FD. Beidou approaches Seele at the drivers side window.

- Are you ready for this?

Seele is slightly sweating.

-Kind of? I don't know Beidou, I'm nervous as all hell!.

Beidou pats Seele's shoulder.

- You got this Seele! Drive er like you stole it!

Just as they finish up talking. Ningguang's Radio crackles to life. A spotter from the finish line spots a car going up Yougou. Beidou's face suddenly lights up. Keqing signals Ningguang to give her the radio. Keqing then asks the following.

- What is the Make and Model? What Color?

The radio crackles to life again.

- I don't know why you are asking but. A Black and white Vehicle with pop up headlights. Maybe an Eight Six? It flew past us at lighting speed!

Keqing Smiles.

- Finally. You showed up... Phantom

She then turns to Seele

-I hope you don't mind if you move your car out of the start line?

Seele takes a deep breath out of relief. 

- Yes! I wont mind at all.

Seele backs up her S30Z and parks it at the Rest area, and right on queue, The Eight Six appears, Driving slowly at the start line. Passing it before making a 180 turn. The car then parks beside Keqing's RX7 at the start line. 

March notices that it looks like Collei's Eight Six. The Car door suddenly opens. And out steps a Young Gal with Green Hair. And to Beidou's team is left in awe. The Driver... Is someone they all know...