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Rating: Explicit Archive Warning: Major_Character_Death, Underage Category: F/F, F/M, Multi Fandom: Code_Geass, Highschool_DxD Relationship: Issei/Rias/Asia, Naoto/Kalawarner, Liliana/Marika_(A_part_of_Lelouch's Harem), Lelouch/Nunnally/Milly/Sayoko/Shirley/Oldrin/Sokia/Sophie/Miya/ Cecile/Marrybell/Kallen/Euphie, Lelouch/Claire/Laila, Anya_Alstreim/Gino Weinberg, Kallen/Raynare/Akano/C.C./Rebecca/Chloe/Shirley/Milly/Sophie/ Monica Character: Raynare, Nunnally_vi_Britannia, Akeno_Himejima, C.C._(Code_Geass), Lelouch_Lamperouge_|_Lelouch_vi_Britannia, Shirley_Fenette, Milly Ashford, Marrybell_mel_Britannia, Euphemia_li_Britannia, Sumeragi_Kaguya, Oldrin_Zevon, Sokia_Sherpa, Sona_Sitri, Rias_Gremory, Sophie_Wood, Miya I._Hillmick, Asia_Argento, Lloyd_Asplund, Cecile_Croomy, Rakshata_Chawla, Gino_Weinberg, Anya_Alstreim, Nagisa_Kōzuki_(Kallen_and_Naoto's_mother), Naoto_Stadtfeld/Kōzuki, Kalawarner, Marika_Soresi, Liliana_Vergamon, Mittelt, Dohnaseek, Monica_Kruszewski, Claire_li_Britannia, Kouzuki Kallen, Rebecca_Abigail_Fitzgerald, Chloe_Annabelle_Fitzgerald Additional Tags: Crossover_Pairings, Rough_Sex, Anal_Sex, Oral_Sex, Cunnilingus, POV Female_Character, Female_Protagonist, Orgy, Fivesome_-_F/F/F/F/F, Tribadism, Anal_Fingering, Fingerfucking, Soviet_Union_still_exists, Modern_Era, Time_Travel_Fix-It, Explicit_Language, Explicit_Sexual Content, Female_Characters, Lesbian_Sex, Lesbian_Characters, Lesbian Relationship, Swearing, Female_Homosexuality, Female_Friendship, Orgasm, Main_character_is_a_Soviet_Soldier, Underage_Sex, POV_First_Person, Time Travelling_Lesbians, Lemons, Spoilers_in_the_Author's_Note, Protective Siblings, Sibling_Incest, Half-Sibling_Incest, Brother/Sister_Incest, Brother-Sister_Relationships, Harems, Fivesome_M/F/F/F/F, Milly corrupted/manipulated_both_Shirley_and_Lelouch, Both_Milly_and_Shirley are_in_both_Lelouch_and_Kallen's_harems, Bisexuality, Main_Female Character/Protagonist_is_Bisexual, pansexuality, Full-Sibling_Incest, Kallen_maintain's_both_her_own_harem_independent_of_Lelouch's_while_being apart_of_his, Kallen_is_seduced_by_Lelouch_into_become_bisexual_so_he_she can_jon_his_harem, Foursome_-_F/F/F/M, Threesome_-_F/F/M, aggressive_sex, Erections, Female_Ejaculation, Masturbation, Anilingus, POV_Multiple, Multiple_Partners, Multiple_Pairings, Originally_Posted_on FanFiction.Net, POV_Male_Character, Femslash, Shoujo-ai Series: Part 4 of Soviet_Universe Stats: Published: 2017-01-31 Updated: 2017-02-16 Chapters: 2/? Words: 10031 ****** Rise of the Britannian Republic ****** by RepublicChe Summary The Zero Requiem has come and gone. Now it's been 21 years since that day, however old enemies return to rip Lelouch's peace to shreds. Despite this, Kallen as well as others desperately tries to rally a defence against the new threat, however it's to late. Now with nothing left to lose Kallen and her allies are forced travel back in time to set things right. A semi-Yuri fic ***** Dark descent ***** Chapter Notes This fanfic uses the: Timeline of The Soviet Universe (however, the Zero Requiem still happens).   "Geass being used"(example: Lelouch smiles demonically and activates his Geass, "I command all of you to die"/Ddraig speaking to others"(Example: Akeno: "Ddraig what do we do about Suzaku now?" Ddraig: "I don't know Akeno."/"Albion talking"(Example:Albion: "Stand down immediately!"Kallen: "Not a chance Albion!") "Ddraig speaking privately to Kallen" "Kallen speaking privately to Ddraig " "Normal Speech" Sacred Gear sounds:[Boost] =============================================================================== This fanfic uses the: Timeline of The Soviet Universe (however, the Zero Requiem still happens). =============================================================================== December 1st, 2018 One Month After The Zero Requiem Location: Unknown Graveyard, Somewhere In The United States Of Japan Time: 5:15 PM =============================================================================== (Kallen's POV) =============================================================================== It has been one month since he died. One month since one of the bravest men in the world was killed by the egotistical genocidal mass murdering traitor: Suzaku Kururugi. Anyway a lot has changed since Lelouch vi Britannia died such as: Nunnally becoming the 100th Empress of Britannia, Nunnally's ordering both Cornelia li Britannia and Schneizel el Britannia execution for crimes against humanity as well as her clandestine secret assassination squads sent to both methodically and discreetly kill the traitors that sold Lelouch to Schneizel a month before the Zero Requiem began. Anyway I digress, ever since Lelouch died, Nunnally has shown her... how should I say...darker side of her personality. It terrifies even me how demonic Nunnally has become... her personality changed when she found out that Schneizel manipulated her into turning against Lelouch. Luckily I was there to stop Nunnally from committing suicide because of her grief for pushing Lelouch into the Requiem. Truth be told I was shocked to the core when she executed Suzaku with ruthless cold-hearted efficacy when she ordered him as the new Empress to remove his Zero Mask, despite cheering for Suzaku's death myself. Don't get me wrong about wanting him dead ever, it's just that I never expected Nunnally to execute himthat way. Seriously the cold malevolent hatred for Suzaku scared the shit out of me. I swear on my brother's grave that all four Great Devil Kings would've shit their pants simultaneously if they ever even glimpsed her during that time. After Suzaku was executed Nunnally then proceed to order every single one who had a hand in betraying Lelouch to Schneizel executed. Of course there are survivors, however, this doesn't deter Nunnally from her crusade against the traitors. Oh, there's one major detail I forgot about, after Suzaku was executed, Nunnally asked me to take Suzaku's place as the third Zero. I remember her telling me she has several reason's for doing this, however the one that sticks out is because that I'm the only one she can trust with her brother's legacy. Anyway, I quickly jerk myself from my inner monologue to my present situation. However, this has consequences because a powerful wave of sadness engulfs me as I stand with several of my comrades and friends at the one place that threatens to destroy the last spark of my happiness... Lelouch's grave. What's worse it's a bitter cold snowy day, the eerie wind howling as a chill causes me to shiver, despite being bundled in soft but extremely warm winter gear. I sigh, expelling a visible chilled breath as I scan the area were my comrades and friends are also collectively shivering and expelling icy breath due to the cold, icy weather. Anyway, I can see Nunnally grieving, Raynare's tearstained face staring at the ground, both Becky and Chloe heads are bowed in tearful morning. As I scan my surroundings as tears stream down my eyes, I see Irina as well as both Rias and Sona and their respective peerages are beside themselves sobbing uncontrollably in utter despair while the the four Devil Kings as well as Grayfia, Ophis, mom and Azazel's faces are unreadable. My face falls when I gaze upon the heartbroken and devastated faces of Laila, Claire, Euphie and Mary -Tears fall from my eyes as I continue to gaze upon Lelouch's sisters, so I... I look away,- However my heart lightens somewhat when I see Sokia, Kaguya, Lloyd, Cécile, Gino, Rakshata, Oldrin, Miya, Sophie, Kaguya, Sayoko, and Milly, even Rakshata's assistant Neha Shankar -Someone I barely know- have arrived to pay Lelouch they're last respects. After scanning the assembled crowed, my gaze returns to Sona as I choke back a sob, at her agony of losing the only man she ever truly loved. I watch in painful sorrow as her abject misery worsens as time goes on minute by minute. As I watch Sona, the minutes seem to turn into hours, then in to days... luckily Rias is here to try and console our shared childhood friend. I can't help but shake my head at the absurdity of this mad world. Suddenly I can here Sirzechs clear his throat to speak in a raspy voice, "Lelouch vi Britannia was many things: a friend, hero, ally, comrade in arms, egotistical moron at times, tunnel visioned, a pathological liar, etc. however Lelouch was never a tyrant nor truly a genocidal mass murderer, except for the time at the Geass Directorate's raid in Mongolia. Lelouch tried to make this world a better place, however a myriad of problems arose that sadly proved too much for him to handle. Despite Lelouch's age of only being 17, later 18 years old when he started his rebellion as Zero, Lelouch had never stopped in his goal to bring down Britannia. A nation filled with murders, corrupt politicians and bureaucrats." Sirzechs sighs, then continues. "I could list all of Britannia's various crimes, however that would take all of eternity to list. Anyway, though he started out on the right track he quickly lost his way." Sirzechs stops again as he clutch's his fists in anger, however, he manages to collect himself, then continues. "Despite everything we've been through... to lose one of our own to treachery and deceit at the hands of our supposed comrades, disgusts me! I'm personally glad Empress Nunnally is removing those traitors from existence! That is why were here to day... to remember a brave soul who fought for what he thought was right, although he screwed up some of the time, Lelouch's heart was always in the right place. Lelouch vi Britannia, despite both his major and minor flaws.. he was the best of us.. a true friend! Now let us all remember Lelouch vi Britannia, the original Zero!" Sirzechs stops again and smirks then continues once more. "All hail Lelouch!" With that being said we all raise our voices and simultaneously declare in remembrance of a true hero, "All hail Lelouch!" =============================================================================== Twenty-one years later... =============================================================================== Date: Sunday, August 21st, 2039 Location: Pendragon Ontario, Republic of Britannia Presidential Palace, Zero (Kallen's) Office Time: 1:20 PM =============================================================================== Well it's been twenty-one years since Lelouch officially died, however it turns out that self-righteous dick became a fucking code bearer. I found out about that little tidbit four years ago when remnants of Charles zi Britannia's era, calling themselves the Knights Templar, so named after the original Templars, attempted a coup against President Nunnally. Humph, still pissed that their precious empire was abolished in favor of a republic by the victorious allies after World War 5. It didn't help that we forcefully installed Nunnally first as temporary empress for four months, then once she was entrenched as Britannia's leader, the empire was abolished then transformed into a republic. Anyway, Once Lelouch discovered that she was in danger, he had no choice, but to reveal himself to me. Afterwards, we worked together to slaughter the traitors. Once the crisis was over, I forced Lelouch to reveal himself to Nunnally. I still sigh at the thought of those two meeting again, I can remember it as though it was yesterday, especially since there was an unexpected individual in the room with her... =============================================================================== Four years ago... =============================================================================== Flashback: Date: Saturday, August 18th, 2035 Location: Pendragon Ontario, Republic of Britannia Presidential Palace, Nunnally's office Time: 4:30 PM =============================================================================== God, I fucking hate this! the way Nunnally is going to react will be... not good to say the least. Anyway, might as well get this over with. I sigh in exasperation for what is to come and knock on Nunnally's office door, "Nunnally it's me and I brought someone with me." I can her Nunnally's voice through the door, "Come in Zero then close the door afterwards, oh and bring your friend as well." Shaking my head, I open the door, suddenly the smell of fresh paint, wood soap and lavender pleasantly fills my nostrils. I take a moment to collect my thoughts before I walk through the door, my companion follows suit. Once the door closes behind us, we stop as we briefly scan the room. I take note of Sona in a very sleek business suit sitting in one of the chairs while Nunnally is concentrating on paperwork. As usual she is in a finely dressed suit and tie with her hair tied into a ponytail. Despite our brief stop we move towards were Sona is sitting so we can take our seats and begin the meeting. As we grow closer I can suddenly hear a soft terrified gulp as Sona pans her head towards us at the sound of our footsteps, I can see out of the corner of my eye my companion fidgeting nervously. I smirk at the thought of how Sona is the only person to have this effect on him. Anyway, as we move closer Sona's fists clinch as her face turns feral and before I can say a word or do anything else, Sona quickly bolt's out of her chair and grabs my unfortunate companion by the throat, in the process giving away his name by hissing, "Lelouch how dare you!" Sona then promptly throws him to the floor, this of course startles Nunnally. Once Nunnally spots Lelouch, her eyes go wide as her lips trembles in trepidation, unsure of if her eyes are playing tricks. Nunnally quickly glancing at Sona to see if Lelouch's vestige is a deception, however once she receives her answer via the look on Sona's face, her eyes go wide at the unadulterated finite truth of Lelouch's actual survival. With Nunnally's realization actualized, Lelouch's situation worsens exponentially by her prompt strident gait towards Lelouch. Once she reaches him she quickly helps Lelouch up. Once done, Nunnally then proceeds to envelop Lelouch in a bear hug briefly before slapping him. The look in Nunnally's eyes becomes terrifying as her face tightens and contorts into a distasteful vestige. Worse Nunnally's sharply narrows her eye's into enraged slits as her mouth thins into a snarl, "You asshole! what were you thinking you... how could you leave us like that!" She then sighs as her face softens somewhat before speaking again. "Lelouch... I.. I.. blame myself... I was a foolish idiot to believe that fucking snake Schneizel! I.. realise that now... however, I... it was to late to-" Sona sadly puts her hand on Nunnally's shoulder and shakes her head, "Nunnally we all made mistakes... sever ones even, but the only thing we can do now is move forward into the future and deal with what's at hand. Anyway tell us how you survived your supposed death. Look Lelouch we have a right to know after every thing you put us through!" I shutter at what both Sona and Nunnally will do to Lelouch... all I know is it's going to be brutal. Anyway, with a quick glare from me, Nunnally and Sona, Lelouch sighs and slowly nods his head in defeat as he begins telling us how he survived from the beginning. =============================================================================== End of flashback... =============================================================================== Date: Sunday, August 21st, 2039 Location: Pendragon Ontario, Republic of Britannia Presidential Palace, Zero (Kallen's) Office Date: 1:25 PM =============================================================================== My thoughts now returning to the present, I softly smile at how even after everything Lelouch has never truly changed at all. As I briefly dwell on the memory once more an epiphany suddenly strikes me, I can't believe I never thought of it because- Suddenly Akeno bursts through the door, "K- Zero, we have a problem! It's the Templars their attacking Pendragon! Our forces are being overwhelmed! The others are in meeting room 4 to discuss on what to do! Also Kaguya is already in the briefing room " I suddenly bolt up, "Understood, let's go!" =============================================================================== Author's note: =============================================================================== This story is inspired by the story: Of Siblings and Masks by Dracon Asahara. =============================================================================== This fic uses the timeline you'll find in my fic: Timeline of The Soviet Universe, however instead of posting it in this story I'll make reference to it throughout this story. The main reason I do this is because a reviewer criticized me for doing that in my fic: The Crimson Lotus (if you wish to checkout the complaint, please go into the review section). Anyway, Even though the timeline is used in this fic, the Zero Requiem still occurs as in canon. Many will be going huh? (or something like that), however I ask people to be patient with me because I'll explain how the Requiem occurs (and the event's leading up to it) in future chapters. =============================================================================== Because of the direction this story is going, it will no longer be just from Kallen's perspective. I'll switch between the main characters like in Schneizel's Downfall. =============================================================================== Kallen is the Red Dragon Empress in this fic. =============================================================================== I'll only post the declaimer before I post my first lemon chapter. =============================================================================== Please review and tell me what you think of my story. What should I improve, rework, etc. I'm entirely willing to rewrite this chapter if there are flaws. Truth be told I'm relatively new to writing fanfics and stories in general. =============================================================================== Also, in an author's note in the Red Dragon Empress (that no longer exists) I ranted about flamers... anyway, I promised in the note that I wouldn't write new stories at all, however, at the time I was extremely depressed, angry, etc. Also I was defiantly not thinking clearly at the time because if I was then I would have said that I would only post actual stories and not just both the timeline and the Disclaimer, but also an actual chapter (like this one). Anyway that's what I'll do, I'll only post actual stories or none at all. And that's a legitimate promise (you can quote me on it). =============================================================================== Sorry for writing the wrong date in the flashback. Anyway I corrected it now. =============================================================================== The Yuri element is merely a sub-plot. It will be implemented (as well as lemons) yes, however, the vast majority of this story will be about (primarily be focused on) fixing the past. =============================================================================== Euphemia survived her canon fate the same way she did in my fanfic Schneizel's Downfall (for those curious how this happened please read Chapter Two). =============================================================================== I added several people and extra dialogue to this chapter so as to tie this chapter with the next chapter (my words will make sense once you read Chapter T wo). =============================================================================== Spoiler alert: Suzaku won't live to see the start of the (alternate) Black Rebellion. ***** Alpha and the Omega ***** Quick_Author's_Note: =============================================================================== Due to a disagreement with BlackTyrantValvatorez, I will no longer use his OC: Doktor Victoriya Schmidt. She will only exist in this chapter. Please scroll down to he conversation with Kallen that contains this number: (18). This is the only edit to this chapter. =============================================================================== "Geass being used"(example: Lelouch smiles demonically and activates his Geass, "I command all of you to die"/Ddraig speaking to others"(Example: Akeno: "Ddraig what do we do about Suzaku now?" Ddraig: "I don't know Akeno."/"Albion talking"(Example:Albion: "Stand down immediately!"Kallen: "Not a chance Albion!") "Ddraig speaking privately to Kallen" "Kallen speaking privately to Ddraig " "Normal Speech" Sacred Gear sounds:[Boost] =============================================================================== Date: Sunday, August 21st, 2039 Location: Pendragon Ontario, Republic of Britannia Presidential Palace, Meeting Room Four Time: 2:00 PM =============================================================================== In meeting room 4 Lucifer was with someone with silver hair, Rias, and Nunnally when I arrived with Akeno. "So what's going on?" The silver-haired person said in a thick German accent, "I am Doktor Victoriya Schmidt. I have discussed with Mister Lucifer about the Templars. They are already nearing our last line of defense and soon we will have to utilize Option Zero. Once it's used, everything within an 80,000 meter radius will be completely destroyed." "Are you kidding me!? If any of the Templars survive..." Sirzechs began to say but Schmidt merely waved her hand and said, "They won't survive. According to reports, ALL of the Templars' forces are in this attack. Option Zero will completely destroy them. Using it though would mean the end of the Republic, so I decided on a solution: we head to the past and change it to create a better future. Does anyone have any objections?" After a bit of talking amongst ourselves Akeno said, "There are no objections, m'am." "Excellent. Now the time machine is almost ready. Unfortunately, during tests on it I was able to confirm that weaponry and Knightmares cannot be sent back through time. We will however be able to retain our memories and just from physical contact give someone their memories from this bad future. Issei is currently helping Lelouch put the finishing touches on the time machine. He won't be able to join us because of the code he has, so he's decided that after we've gone back in time he'll trigger Option Zero." (1: Please see author's notes on this paragraph) I sigh and groan in frustration, "So it's come to this. Ray, how bad is the situation truly?" Ray clinches her first, "It's bad Kallen. Templar forces have managed to secure most of Pendragon already through traitors in our military. As for the specifics nether I or BIS (2)can determine how these bastards managed to get past our defences at this point. Hell we've been in contact with both your mother and the KGB to try to figure this mess out, but nothing yet. Your mom even brought in the NKVD to help, but... nada... zilch." I groan, "Kaguya, what's the response by the UFN on this matter?" Kaguya shakes her head sadly, "They won't send help. They view this as an internal Britannian issue, so we're on our own." I slam my fist on the table, "Damn them to hell! God damn politicians!" RING! RING! Nunnally picks up the phone, after a few minutes her face drains of color before hanging up. She groans, "The Templars have just reached the outer perimeter of the Presidential Palace. We have no choice, but to unleash Option Zero. Our forces can hold out of an estimated seven hours, but that could change on a moments notice." Both my face and hands drain of color as my entire body begins to shake at the horror that's about to be unlashed. I turn to Nunnally, "Nunnally you have the final say as your the President, are you sure you want to do this?" Nunnally's eyes lower (3) and sadly shakes her head, "Initiate Option Zero and may god have mercy on our souls." She then turns to my secretary. "Sophie, please contact the appropriate individuals about this meeting." Sophie nods in confirmation. After this Nunnally's lips thin briefly before speaking. "Miya, I want both you and Sophie to join us on our mission, so start making preparations. Kaguya, will you come back with us as well?" Nunnally's secretary nods, "I understand Nunnally." At Nunnally's question, Kaguya face suddenly fills with determination, "Damn straight I will!" "Ahem!" At this we all turn to C.C. Once our attention is turned to her, she nods, "Once one of you restores my memories, I will then proceed to find and restore Nunnally's eyesight." Nunnally smiles, "Thank you C.C." Dr. Schmidt holds up her hand, "Hold on," She then clears her throat. "I have something important to say, in order for you to restore the memories of your comrades, you will need to make physical contact with them; however, you must fully intend to restore their memories of your own free will, otherwise it will take you a full hour to restore them. If you do intend to fully restore the individual's memories, it will only take up to either three minutes to a mere few seconds depending on the individual."(11) Nunnally sighs, "Well if there's nothing else," We all shake our heads. "Very well then, meeting adjourned" =============================================================================== One hour later... =============================================================================== Location: Pendragon Ontario, Republic of Britannia Presidential Palace's Basement Time 3:00 PM =============================================================================== All I can say is that the time machine is impressive to say the least. The thing is the size of the ballroom back at Ashford Academy. -Speaking to no one in particular- I shake my head, "Why does the thing have to be so damn big?" "Because," I jump and spin around to face Dr. Schmidt. "It's the only wayz for the 'Thing' as youz call it to function at all. And besides, you will need all the room youz can get if you have any intention to fit the people you need to time travel. That reminds me Frau (4) Kōzuki, unfortunately I will be unable to go with you due to overcrowding in the time machine (18), however Doktor Rakshata, Doktor Asplund, Doktor Shankar and Fräulein Croomy will be able to go with you however. (5)" I nod, "I see. One thing though, don't scare me like that again!" Dr. Schmidt just smirks and switch's over to German (6), "Frau Kōzuki Ihr auch Spaß zu necken!" I just shake my head exasperated (7), "Schieben es bin ich fließend Deutsch gewesen, zumal nach dem Null-Requiem!" Dr. Schmidt's eyes widen briefly before grinning (8), "Schließlich haben jemanden zu unterhalten, mit ich mit allem, was diese geschweige denn müde geworden. Dr. Schmidt suddenly stops and sighs before continuing (9). "Können nur tun, was wir für kam und mit ihm getan werden!" I nod again (10), "Hier können nur bereits gehen!" After this the two of us head over to where Issei and Lelouch are. Both of them look like they are in a heated discussion, however as soon as they see us they stop talking. I Sigh, "So what's the problem now?" Both Issei and Lelouch glare at each other for a moment before both of them sigh in defeat. Lelouch just shakes his head, "Issei is against this whole endeavor. Can't say I blame him, but there's no other choice. Anyway before we get into another argument we should finish the final calibrations to this thing, then we should get everyone together in order to determine when and where you'll end up." In an exasperated breath, "Very well then." =============================================================================== Two hours later... =============================================================================== Location: Pendragon Ontario, Republic of Britannia Presidential Palace's Basement Time: 5:00 =============================================================================== The time has finally come. The wave of anxiety is almost unbearable. Suddenly a hand lands gently on my shoulder, I turn slightly to see Akeno smiling, "Kallen this is the only way," She sighs. "If there was another way..." I place my own hand on Akeno's wrist and nod sadly, "I... understand... lets just get this over with." We then both turn to face Lelouch just as he's about to give his speech, "After Everything that's happened... after twenty-one years We had a semi-stable peace... Now these Templars have destroyed..." Lelouch clinches his fist in anger then continues. "They have brought ruination down upon us all! these people who cling desperately to my father," Lelouch shutters. "Charles zi Britannia's Britannia... to his vile Social-Darwinist..." Lelouch grits his teeth. "We cannot... we must not allow them to win. These people as we speak are overrunning Pendragon. We are now forced to implement Option Zero... Our time is short -Sigh- Both me and C.C. will stay here because as Code Bearers we can't go with you as you already know, I... You all know the plan, all I can say now is be careful... Good luck." Once Lelouch ends his speech me and the others consisting of both Rias and Sona and their respective peerage's, the Four Devil Kings, Azazel, Raynare, Neha, Sokia, Kaguya, Lloyd, Cécile, Rakshata, Victoriya, Marrybell, Oldrin, Miya, Sophie, Becky, Gino, Nunnally, Euphemia, Sayoko, Chloe and Milly head inside the time machine. Both Lelouch and C.C. stay in order to operate the machine as well as bring the final phase of Option Zero to fruition. It takes Lelouch ten minutes to set the time machine's temporal co-ordainments: Saturday, November 18th, 2017, Time: 1:00 PM. The date and time of the Kaname Island Incident. I remember that date well... I still need to pay Suzaku back for that one particular scene... Anyway, once everything is ready and we're all in position, the machine is activated and our conscious/souls whatever you want to call it begin to leave our current bodies only to be transported twenty-two years into the past into our past selves bodies.. Oh, what it is to be seventeen again... =============================================================================== Date: Saturday, November 18th, 2017 Location: Area 11/Japan, Somewhere on Kaname Island Time: 1:00 PM =============================================================================== It takes me a few minutes to collect myself. As I look around at the beautiful scenery I realize that I really have returned to the past. Now it's time to get a move on it. I suddenly realize that Suzaku is somewhere on this Island, I grin maliciously, Oh Suzaku is so dead when I get a hold of him! As luck would have it my past self carries a wristwatch, at least not everything is a loss. Unfortunately Lelouch couldn't comeback with us, but that will soon be rectified once his memories are restored. If memory serves me correctly, Euphie strays across Lelouch. Since that's the case, Lelouch should be gaining his memories back by the end of the day, I'm glad Lelouch told me that piece of info years ago because this can be used to our advantage. I better get a move on it if I want to contact the others. =============================================================================== One hour later... =============================================================================== Ah, the waterfall really helps... yah, I should be focusing on- wait Suzaku! that's right if my theory is right he should be appear not long from now and- "Kallen, is that-" I quickly spin around to see a extremely red faced Suzaku in the bushes gawking at me. My eyes narrow, "Suzaku you pervert! Your just as bad as Issei is! for fuck sakes turn around so I can get dressed! I'll explain only then!" Suzaku rapidly nods his head and turns around. It takes me several minutes to get dressed, once done I tell Suzaku in a very disapproving tone, "You can't go peeking on girls Suzaku," I walk up to him. "Listen me Lelouch and Ray are on a camping trip and- wait I just thought of something!" I get closer so I'm nose to nose with him, with cat like reflexes I grab him by the throat, "If you ever peek on me again I will end you personally," Suzaku just nods rapidly. "Good now then-" I knee him in the balls hard. "Never do it again or your dead!" I have to somehow counteract Lelouch's "Live" command. "I'm glad we have an understanding now!" I have an idea. I quickly move into an non-combative stance then after a few minutes of gleefully watching Suzaku hold his groin while rolling in pain, I offer him my hand. Smirking, "Well it looks like you won't be peeking on girls anytime soon. Here let me help you up." Suzaku just ignores me as he continues to moan in pain. It looks like Suzaku's "Live" command isn't fully able to take hold due to Suzaku's current physical predicament as well as the fact that I'm intentionallynot presenting a threat to him, thus not fulfilling the requirements needed to activate the command. I fully intended to assassinate Suzaku, but due to the "Live" command it's going to be difficult to say the least, but not imposable. Sighing, "I'm going to start looking for anything to eat I'll be back in awhile." Only moaning can be heard. Anyway, I then walk behind him so his back is facing in front of me. I suddenly stop as a malicious idea comes to mind. I turn around and walk up to him nonthreateningly, I then kneel down an pretend to check his pulse in order as to not activate his live command. I take my free hand and gently place it a few centimetres away from Suzaku's skull and without telegraphing any hostility, I form a lightspear the size of a dagger. With surgical precision and without ceremony I ram the spear directly into the back of Suzaku's skull, thus permanently ending the life of Suzaku Kururugi. With the deed done I simply remove and disintegrate the spear, after which, I stand up and begin to search for both Lelouch and Euphie. =============================================================================== Thirty minutes later... =============================================================================== Switching to Euphie's POV... =============================================================================== Time: 1:30 PM =============================================================================== I never thought I would be in this situation again until to day, Lelouch is pointing a Britannian pistol directly at me. He is standing on a small cliff face over looking me. Unfortunately I can't see his face in order to determine what his emotions or thoughts are currently. The best course of action is simply to act as I did during this point in the timeline, however, I cannot pretend forever because Schneizel -If memory serves me correctly- Will arrive at the Thought Elevator's Ruins tomorrow. Schneizel may be blood, I even cared about him once, however, that was along time ago. Despite this I still have some conflicting feeling about him -Though not as much as I used to- I finally realize after all this time that blood may be blood and family is still family despite what they've done, but there is no excuse for genocide no matter what! Schneizel is no better than Hitler, the only real difference between the two is that Schneizel -For the most part- is better at disguising his intentions than Hitler. Just like Hitler Schneizel not only deserves to die, but also rot in the lowest pit in Tartarus has to offer! Anyway, As for the current situation I decide to pretend to mask my intentions in my sixteen year old self's façade. With that in mind I steel my resolve for what is to come, "Lelouch... Lelouch... It's you isn't it? I haven't told anyone about you I swear! Please before you shoot let me at least see your face!" Lelouch seizes up for a few minutes before he briefly slumps in defeat, then quickly straightens himself again. I can hear a seagull caw in the distance as I watch as he slowly removes his mask and his mouth covering. once the mask and his mouth covering are removed I begin to tear up -But not because of whatever reason Lelouch thinks- My voice suddenly becomes shaky, "Lelouch..." =============================================================================== At the exact same time as Lelouch and Euphie confront each other... =============================================================================== Switching to Cecile Croomy's POV =============================================================================== Oh my! Who would of imagined a floating aircraft carrier," I shake my head at Lloyd as I go over several of the Lancelot's diagnostics while siting on the top step of it's trailer. From where I'm siting I can see Lloyd grinning madly as he continues. "You told me to gather data before practical application correct?" I look up and spot that treacherous snake Schneizel and Bartley Asprius not far behind with Lloyd. So Lloyd has gone with the conversation from the original timeline huh? Anyway, I watch as Schneizel nods his head, "Because I'm extremely interested in what ever you create. I needed to see if this could be made real." Lloyd becomes excited -Seems things never change- at the prospect of the new Tec, "And the Hadron Cannon?" Schneizel picks up where Lloyd left off, "We wanted to know if the thing worked," Suddenly Schneizel's vile eyes turn to stare at me -As much I dislike what I'm about to do in a few seconds, it's necessary to pretend to be my past self- I sigh as I hear Schneizel's oily and forked tongued voice speak directly to me, "I've been looking forward to meeting you Miss Cecile Croomy, I'm-" I interrupt him in a -This time- Fake squeaky timid high-pitched and startled voice, "Prince Schneizel right here?" Suddenly General Bartley bursts forward, "You impudent little... HOW DARE YOU LOOK DOWN ON THE SECOND PRINCE OF THE EMPIRE," I stand up as Bartley continues keeps shouting at me. "EMPIRE!" "General Bartley," I suddenly begin to lose my balance and fall and crash to the ground below. While still on the ground I can hear Lloyd say, "Nice one!" Why you- suddenly I hear footsteps a few seconds later, Schneizel offers me his hind, "Your not injured I hope? Yes, my name is Schneizel el Britannia. Please give me your hand." I take it and allow him to help me up, "Yes?" Bartley groans, "She's unworthy!" Lloyd, merely drawls, "General Bartley your quite the devoted subject aren't you?" Bartley shutters, " Primarily because the Prince was the one who commuted my sentence and saved me from being chained up deep beneath Temple Tower." Schneizel half turns to face Bartley while still holding my hand, "I wish you'd stop thinking of me so formally. You've been a great help to me in this current matter, as you were my brother Clovis. It as I who am grateful to you." Flattered Bartley shutters, "My... My...My lord." Schneizel slightly shifts his body before speaking, "Please Bartley," After that Schneizel turns his full attention on me. "Now my Lady Cecile," Schneizel then kiss my hand before continuing. "If you'll excuse me." Disgusting, but I must keep up the act, "Your Highness." As Schneizel turns around he simply says, "Farewell." After that Lloyd chirps up, "You can wait for me at the base Cecile." As Schneizel walks away I breath a sigh of relief and decide to conclude the original timeline's conversation, "Huh, where you going?" As predicted Lloyd responds, "Just a little errand, while I'm doing that I'll use the Avalon to look for Suzaku. It's hard to find devisers like that young man, especially after yesterdays exploits" If I remember correctly I have one more question I originally asked, "Please wait, were those orders yesterday issued by the Prince?" Bartley simply looks over his shoulder before snapping, "SILENCE! You don't want to be in contempt of royalty do you?" Schneizel simply turns around before speaking, "Those orders were mine Miss Cecile. I also fired the Hadron. Even in a situation in like that priorities mustn't be forgotten. Besides if something anomalous happened we would have still been able to rescue him, that is what I gambled on. He is after all Suzaku Kururugi ace pilot of the Special Core and Euphie's Knight." I snap to attention, "Yes my lord, I understand now and I sorely regret my rudeness, I accept any punishment you decree!" Schneizel shakes his head, "Nonsense, it's my fault for protecting my subordinates. Can you ever forgive me?" Schneizel then turns around and walks away. I shake my head in disgust at Schneizel, thinking: You'll die tomorrow, I'll make sure of it! =============================================================================== Switching to Euphie's POV... =============================================================================== Five Minutes later... =============================================================================== Time: 1:35 =============================================================================== It doesn't take me long to climb up the cliff to Lelouch's level. After which, Lelouch takes off his cape then requests that I remove my dress in order for it to sundry. Of course both our faces go red because of this. Lelouch quickly offers his cape for a makeshift covering to compensate. After this, he turns around still embarrassed. After I undress and wrap myself in Lelouch's cape I sit down, Lelouch then takes my soaked dress then places it in an optimal position on one the rocks to sundry. Anyway, what I need to do now is to simply touch Lelouch in order to restore his memories (11). In order to get him to relax -So he won't be so uptight and on guard- I need to make this conversation as casual as possible, "Lelouch I-" Lelouch sighs -interrupting me,- "When did you figure it out?" Exactly as in the original timeline, very well then, "After the Hotel-jacking." Lelouch groans then walks over and sits beside me, "I see, at that time I said too much without thinking." I shake my head, "Still, I wasn't convinced until now." Lelouch chuckles, "I'm naïve as well, even so why didn't you discuss it with Cornelia?" I sigh in frustration for several reasons -Mainly because I hate what I'm about to do-, "I didn't because my sister never listens to me. Besides that I think things are depressing enough as they are. Nunnally how is she?" Lelouch clinch's his fist, "She's living with me. She's regained her mobility thanks to the Soviets, but she's still blind." A sudden anger swells up in me -But I quickly quell it,- "The hatred you must fell for us." Lelouch clears his throat, then in a crisp tone, "I only want to find out one thing, do you know anything about the circumstances in which my mother was murdered?" Yes this is my chance! I place my left hand gently over top of Lelouch's, "I'm sorry, it seems my sister's investigated it extensively though. Cornelia thought a lot of Lady Marianne and really looked up to her. my I ask you something now? Are you Zero or... are you?-" Lelouch sighs, "I'm Lelouch. Right here and now I'm Lelouch. I'm the brother that you know Euphie." Suddenly my stomach growls. My cheeks turn red in in embarrassment, "I believe feeling relieved has made me hungry!" Suddenly I feel Lelouch's hand tighten, causing me to yelp in pain. Lelouch then quickly lets go, "We'll Euphie I guess it worked." I turn to Lelouch and see the sudden determination in his eyes and smile, "Welcome back Lelouch -Giggle- Anyway we should get into contact with Kallen soon. Do you have a transmitter with you? I seem to remember you telling me two years ago that you had one the first time you were on this island and you used it to get in contact with Kallen." Lelouch nods, "Yah, I'll activate it now, however it will take her some time to find us. I'll use my Seeker (12) to track her." Damn it! I sigh, "If we are going to assassinate Schneizel we better do it soon because we have a small window of opportunity before he leaves the island. Also since we're stuck on this god forsaken place we should begin searching for a reliable food source. Anyway, I wonder if Cécile and Lloyd can do something? If I'm not mistaken they're on the Avalon as we speak. Also I wonder what Tohdoh and the other's reactions to both Kallen's and your disappearance?" =============================================================================== Two hours later... =============================================================================== Switching to C.C.'s POV... =============================================================================== Location: Forty miles from Kaname Island, Pacific Ocean Black Knights Submarine, Cafeteria Time: 3:35 PM =============================================================================== Sub's Com system: "Enemy battleship has passed us." Everyone sighs in relief. Suddenly I hear Tamaki complain, "You got to be kidding me! A battle ship that can hover in midair, that's great!" Tohdoh just shakes his head, "We can't remain in this area any longer, the risk is two great, we should pull out of here!" Ohgi nods in agreement and grunts. This causes Diethard to narrow his eyes at him, "Ohgi, I disagree. We ought to at least stay put and look for Zero." Ohgi groans, "He has a point." Tohdoh then picks up where Ohgi left off, "But we can't send out a search party in this situation. Even though we're able to hide thanks to Rakshata there's no grantee Zero and Kallen are still alive, one wrong step and we threaten the very existence of our organization." Diethard suddenly clinch's his fist and snaps, "What do you mean? It's entirely the other way around! This entire organization is built around Zero!" Tohdoh suddenly growls, "It's not an group without members! The way you speak you sound like a typical Britannian to me!" Diethard growls miffed at the insult, "Alright answer me this: We have members of almost every ideology under the sun gathered here! Yet how is it the whole lot of them can cooperate and work together towards the same goal? Because of the results we get? Tell me, who is it who gets us those results?" Tohdoh bangs the table with his fist pissed off, "I'll be the first to admit that he does, but is he worth the lives of everyone?" Diethard just glares, "At times the life of a single man is worth more than a million! I thought that it would be common sense to a soldier?" Tohdoh snarls, "You dare say that here?!" Suddenly Ohgi intervenes, "Easy guys-" I have had enough, so I simply interrupt these imbeciles, "Oh alright I'll tell you, he's very much alive." Tohdoh snaps angrily at me, "We have no time for your wishful thinking!" I sigh at Tohdoh's impudence, "The information's true , I simply know it." Tamaki suddenly bolts up, "Oh your an oracle now? I told you shut your trap and get some training on a Knightmare you dumbass!" I simply cock my eye brow, "Dumbass, oh really? It's been ages since anyone's has dared to referred to me in such a rude manner!" Tamaki simply scoffs, "Like 'Zero's Mistress' has any right to get uppity with us!" I narrow my eyes, "I said you were wrong. Your only a man who has vulgar idea's." Tamaki as predicted blows his top and screams, "You have a lot of nerve talking to your superiors like that!" Ohgi suddenly interrupts to mediate the situation, "Look this whole conversation has gotten out of hand! Okay how about this: We hang in a safe zone, an oceanary just out of detection range where we can wait till the end of tomorrow. How does that sound for a time limit?" Tohdoh sighs, "Alright." Diethard nods, "Well I suppose we have no choice." I smirk, with my mission accomplished I head out of the cafeteria so I can contact Marianne. Several minutes later I manage to seclude myself and- "C.C.?" I spin around only to discover Becky standing followed me, once She has my attention she continues. "I have something important to tell you." Before I can say a word she march's up to me and grabs my arm and then... =============================================================================== Three hours later... =============================================================================== Switching to Cecile Croomy's POV =============================================================================== Location: Somewhere on Kaname Island Aboard the Avalon, Cecile's Room Time: 6:35 PM =============================================================================== "This maybe our only chance to end Schneizel's rain of terror Lloyd! Now are you sure we aren't being recorded?" Lloyd shakes his head, "Please Cecile, Don't you know who your taking to by now! Of course we're not being recorded. Anyway, Your right about dealing with Schneizel. Now there are several methods I've come up with that could-" I shake my head exasperated and interrupt Lloyd, "We are not going to build a fancy laser sniper rifle like you wanted! be realistic and no whining ether idiot! by the way, here," I pick up and hand Lloyd a sandwich from the table. "I made you some sandwiches-" Lloyd suddenly recoils in legitimate fear, "No! I don't want more of your poison! feed that.. that abomination of nature to Schneizel for all that's holy!- Wait a minute, maybe you should-" SMACK! Lloyd holds his hand over his over his left cheek and rubs it, "Cecile listen to me If-" I grab a rolled up newspaper, however, Lloyd holds his hands in front of him. "WAIT Cecile! I'm actually on to something here!" I lower the newspaper, signalling Lloyd to continue. "No let me finish. You may not want to admit it, but your food is atrocious and lethal. Why you've put more people in the hospital faster than a nuclear bomb going off. Now right now your cooking merely puts people in the hospital just imagine what it could do if there's actual poison mixed in with one of your dishes. With your food being infamous as it is, all we have to do is convince Schneizel to eat your spiked food and voilà he dies. The best part is that during the initial poisoning people will simply think that Schneizel is just one of your legion of victims. Also I have a plan once Schneizel is poisoned; we steal both the Gawain and the Lancelot to make our escape. Though there is a major problem: The medical staff could possibly save or at the very least keep Schneizel alive long enough to reach a facility capable of treating the poison. For that reason I've come up with a solution: I'll inspect the medical bay (15) so I'll have an excuse to plant the bomb, but before I do that, I'll loop the surveillance camera's in the bay; don't worry I'll figure out an excuse for the inspection. Afterwards meet me in your room so we can discuss a few things then meet me in the hanger bay so we can escape." I'm about to pummel Lloyd, however I stop as soon as his words about poisoning Schneizel as well as the rest of his plan fully register in my mind, "Lloyd your comments about my dishes will be addressed later, however, food poisoning Schneizel gives me an idea and I know just where to obtain the necessary ingredients without raising suspicion. However it's going to take us awhile..." =============================================================================== Four hours later... =============================================================================== Switching to Lelouch's POV... =============================================================================== Location: Somewhere on Kaname Island Time: 10:35 PM =============================================================================== Unbelievable, no luck finding real food so far. All we managed to collect so far is non-poisonous mushrooms, several types of fruits and berries. Not a feast for kings mind you, but at least it will tide us over until help arrives - After Schneizel is assassinated of course- Anyway, it has taken us several hours, but we should be getting near the Thought Elevator -I hope-. The tracking beacon has lead us to this beach, as we scan our current surroundings, I spot Kallen in the distance. It takes us several minutes to reach her location, suddenly she stands up and turns around while looking at her own Seeker. Kallen then looks up and smiles, "Lelouch, Euphie I'm glad your here, I've got some good news." After this, she then proceeds to tell us about how she assassinated Suzaku all the while grinning like a mad woman. After the explanation Kallen sighs, "We should keep moving so we can reach the Thought Elevator in time. Not only do we need to takeout Schneizel, but also we need to steal the Gawain. However, that can wait for tomorrow, right now we should get a good night's sleep. There's one other thing," Kallen then seductively saunters up to me and puts her finger to my lips. moving her head beside my ear she whispers huskily and seductively. "I'm claiming you for myself tonight, however Euphie can join in as well." Euphie whom is right beside me goes beet red, but smirks afterwards then shrugs her shoulders, "Meh, why not!" =============================================================================== Due to site policy and the explicit nature of the content please see AO3 for the lemon (13) =============================================================================== Exact same time the lemon's taking place... =============================================================================== Switching to Nunnally vi Britannia's POV =============================================================================== Location: Area 11/Japan, Tokyo Settlement Ashford Private Academy Nunnally's Room =============================================================================== "So Sayoko, how do you think the operation on Kaname is going?" Sayoko sighs, "I'm not sure Nunnally, but I think that-" Suddenly we hear footsteps. Both of us turn to face where they're coming from - It's a pity I cant see who it is, damn blindness!- After a few minutes they stop cold. I can feel Sayoko place her hand on my shoulder, "Don't worry, it's just C.C." I can hear C.C. speak in a very amused yet serous voice, "Nunnally as we discussed back in Pendragon, I'll restore your eyesight and then we'll... =============================================================================== Switching to Cecile Croomy's POV =============================================================================== Date: Sunday, November 19th, 2017 (The Next Day) Location: Somewhere on Kaname Island Aboard the Avalon, Ships bridge Time: 8:00 AM =============================================================================== I'm about to cross the Rubicon after everything that has happened, everything I've ever done or will ever do has lead me to this moment. I can hear my heart race a million miles an hour. I close my eyes and think back to yesterday, about how everything has lead to this very moment. However, my heart races faster, my blood pressure rises, I begin to sweat and my hands begin to shake. I must remember to breath... to calm down. This is just pathetic I'm about to serve Schneizel the last meal he will possibly ever have -If he dies from the poisoning- and here I am shaking like a leaf while standing a few feet away with a serving tray. At the very least Schneizel's aide-de-camp Kanon Maldini - Whom is standing beside Schneizel- will die with him if I play my cards right. Anyway, I begin taking slow deep breaths and begin to remember several things about yesterday clearly. It has taken me all day yesterday and even into the night to find the correct ingredients for the poison but I've finally done it. Making the snacks to cover up the poison was extremely easy to do. What was hard was to find the correct poison to inject my food with, the solution was extremely surprising. Lloyd mentioned that apples seeds contain small amounts of amygdalin. After he mentioned this I checked Wikipedia and found out that amygdalin is a sugar and cyanide compound also known as cyanogenic glycoside. Upon further reading I discovered that only one known case of apple seeds causing a fatal cyanide poisoning occurred when the individual consumed a single cup of seeds. Also it takes several hours for the poison to take effect, however first they -The cyanogenic glycosides- Needs hydrolyzation before the release of the cyanide ion. (14) Armed with this new information, I scoured both the cafeteria and kitchen for a many apples as humanly possible. With Lloyd's help I managed to convince the kitchen staff to allow me to have free reign -Something that caused the staff to become terrified and actually caused them to go into a collective fetal position for some reason- as long as I swore not to wreak anything. After gathering the necessary ingredients, I went to work. After making a 'delicious' apple bread with apple flavored crackers, I took them and made sure they we're secured in my room so as nobody would accidently eat the poisoned food. I sigh as my mind returns back to the present. With the food on a serving tray, I walk up to both Schneizel and Maldini, "Prince Schneizel, Earl Maldini I have some tasty snacks if your interested." Both Schneizel and Maldini turn their attention on me. Schneizel is the first to speak up, "Very well Miss Cecile, Kannon you can have one as well." Maldini nods, "Yes your Highness." After this, both of them grab and taste the food I've prepared, they're faces then suddenly become green in unison, but swallow none the less out of politeness. After a few seconds Schneizel begins to moan in pain before saying, "Well your dish is... excuse me, I-" Suddenly I hear from one of the bridge staff, "The Demon Chief strikes again! Quick help his highness!" After this comment I pretend to panic and flee crying so I have an excuse to escape to my room so I can contact Lloyd. =============================================================================== Twenty minutes later... =============================================================================== Aboard the Avalon, Cecile's Room Time: 8:20 AM =============================================================================== After successfully escaping to my room I meet up with Lloyd. His face is grim, "Cecile, There's no time to lose! Remember we have to now steal those Knightmares. If I remember correctly Lelouch, Princess Euphemia, Kallen and Suzaku showed up at the Thought Elevator, after which both Kallen and Lelouch escaped in the Gawain. Now that the first part of our plan is complete we now have a problem. We somehow have to make sure that Lelouch and Kallen still get the Gawain, though due to Schneizel and Maldini's poisoning that may not happen. We also need to figure out away for Kallen and Lelouch to steal the Gawain without V.V. causing Lelouch's geass to go out of control. The bomb has been successfully been planted, it's timed so all we have to do now is escape then detonate it." I sigh in frustration, "Lloyd you might not like this, but we might have to leave... sacrifice the Lancelot in order to grab the Gawain. Now the poison will take fully effect in a few hours, my "'Lethal Food'" will cover up the poisoning for so long, we'll use this timeframe as our chance to escape." Lloyd grimaces then sighs, "Very well then. I'm reluctant to part with my Lancelot, but we have no choice. I have come up with a way to get both us and the Gawain out: We tell the technicians that we need uses the Gawain to reconnoiter the entire island." (16) =============================================================================== Ten minutes later... =============================================================================== Location: Avalon's Hanger Bay Time: 8:30 =============================================================================== So all our plans have come to this huh? Well I've defiantly crossed the Rubicon now. I sigh in frustration as the next and final phase of our plan comes to fruition. As planed I allow Lloyd to talk to the technicians, "Listen, Schneizel has given me and Cecile orders to use the Gawain to reconnoiter the island using the Druid System as a test of it's capabilities. Schneizel has even signed the orders in his own hand, here," Lloyd gives the head technician "'Schneizel's -Forged- Orders.'" After about two minutes of looking over the 'Orders' he hands them back to Lloyd and nods in confirmation. Lloyd then claps his hands excitedly. "Exhalent! Cecile, you coming or what?" I nod in acknowledgment. It takes me and Lloyd five minutes to both board and launch the Gawain out of the Avalon, once done Lloyd pulls out a previously concealed detonator and press's the button. A massive explosion can be heard in the distance. Lloyd suddenly speaks up, "Don't worry Cecile, I had the security feed linked to my PDA so I would know if Schneizel or Maldini were moved; They weren't, that means their both dead!"(17) I sigh in relief, "Finally! Lets get out of here before they discover our ruse!" Lloyd merely grunts, "You don't have to tell me twice!" We then high tail it out of the Avalon's firing rang and begin our search for Kallen and Lelouch. =============================================================================== Five hours later... =============================================================================== Switching to Lelouch's POV... =============================================================================== Location: Somewhere on Kaname Island Time: 11:20 =============================================================================== I sigh, "So what now Lelouch?" Lelouch shakes his head I don't know, but we need to stay far away from that damn Thought Elevator because-" "Lelouch look!" I spin around to see Euphie pointing up at something. I then begin searching for what Euphie is pointing to. It doesn't take me long to see the Gawain -I'll never forget that Knightmare- In the distance heading towards us. I quickly snap, "Euphie, Kallen, hide in between the trees! I don't know the reason for the Gawain's appearance, it could be Lloyd and Cecile flying that thing, but I don't know right now. I'll see if it's hostile or not, just get out of sight!" Both Euphie and Kallen nod and move out of sight. In about five minutes or so the Gawain is over our location. Suddenly the Gawain's speakers activate, "Well hello there your Majesty! you need a ride? Cecile and I have much to discuss." I chuckle, "Lloyd, you never change. I thought it was you and Cecile due to the fact that you were on the Avalon as well as our previous discussions. Kallen, Euphie, you two can come out now, we're finally going to get off of this hell hole!" Lloyd laughs, "I have some good news: Both Schneizel and Kanon Maldini are dead! We're the ones who finished him off, Cecile and I will tell you all about it on the way off the island." I then shake my head and grin demonically, "I wonder how dear sister Cornelia will handle this!" =============================================================================== Four hours later... =============================================================================== Switching to Cornelia li Britannia's POV... =============================================================================== Location: Area 11/Japan Britannian Government Bureau Time: 3:20 PM =============================================================================== "WHAT!? Schneizel, Maldini and Kururugi are dead! ZERO! I'M GOING TO FIND YOU AND I'M GOING TO KILL YOU! FIRST CLOVIS AND NOW SCHNEIZEL!" "Princess please calm down! Now that we lost Kururugi-" In an enraged snarl, "Darlton I could care less about Kururugi, we'll just find another pilot! Both Clovis and Schneizel will be avenged! ZERO!?" =============================================================================== Author's Notes: =============================================================================== Credit: =============================================================================== 1: I would like to give full credit to BlackTyrantValvatorez for giving me permission to use the entire first paragraph of this chapter. I coped and pasted it from a PM. 11: I would also like to thank BlackTyrantValvatorez for allowing me to use his idea of Dr. Victoriya Schmidt's explanation on restoring peoples memories. 15: BlackTyrantValvatorez also helped me with figuring out how to finish off Schneizel. 16: reconnoitering the island with the Gawain is also BlackTyrantValvatorez idea. I like to also thank him for helping me with this story. Also, Doktor Victoriya Schmidt (OC) is also BlackTyrantValvatorez creation. Please checkout his fanfic's such as: Lelouch of the Rebellion RX: Demonic Knights, The Commander's Rebellion,Code Geass: The Rise of Neo-Japan, One Brocon Too Many as well as several others. Because of my severe writers block for this chapter, BlackTyrantValvatorez (in a PM) directed me to the story: A Night on Kaminejima by Anduil. Both BlackTyrantValvatorez and Anduil have helped me get past my writers block for this chapter. I would like to thank them both for helping me. I would like to thank BlackTyrantValvatorez for proofreading sections of this Chapter. =============================================================================== German to English Translation: (I don't know the German language at all I just used Bing to translate. The only language I can speak is English) =============================================================================== 4: Frau is German for Mrs. 5: Fräulein is German for Miss. 6: Frau Kōzuki Ihr auch Spaß zu necken: (translated) Mrs. Kōzuki your too fun to tease! 7: Schieben es bin ich fließend Deutsch gewesen, zumal nach dem Null-Requiem!: (Translated) Shove it I'm fluent in German Been so since after the Zero Requiem! 8: Schließlich haben jemanden zu unterhalten, mit ich mit allem, was diese geschweige denn müde geworden: (translated) Finally Someone to converse with I've grown tired with all these never mind. 9: Können nur tun, was wir für kam und mit ihm getan werden: (Translated) Lets just do what we came for and be done with it! 10: Hier können nur bereits gehen (Translated) Lets just go already! =============================================================================== Numbered: =============================================================================== 2: BIS stands for Britannian Intelligence Service. The BIS is the OSI's replacement. 3: Nunnally regained her eyesight through C.C. (same way as in Schneizel's Downfall, though without the presence of the Dimensional Supervisor (D.S) 12: The Seeker is a advanced Soviet designed/created waterproof wrist mounted GPS. 13: I have an account on AO3. I go under RepublicChe 14: See Wikipedia page: Apple; Section: Toxicity of seeds. 17: Both Schneizel and Kanon Maldini really are dead and they'll stay dead for the rest of the story. =============================================================================== This chapter was beyond brutal to write/produce, please don't be too harsh on it, but if there are any mistakes I missed please let me know and I'll do my best to fix them. =============================================================================== Please reread Chapter One because there is new content in the graveyard and ending scenes (for Chapter One). =============================================================================== I forgot to add Gino Weinberg to the list of time Travellers. He is very important in future chapters. =============================================================================== I deleted and reposted this chapter due to several grammatical errors. =============================================================================== The next story I'll update is Schineziel's Downfall. Update: I will post my new story: Chronicles of a Fallen Empire: The Uprising before updating Schineziel's Downfall. =============================================================================== Please review, they help motivate me in writing my stories and they are legitimately appreciated. Please drop_by_the_archive_and_comment to let the author know if you enjoyed their work!