…Later That Night…

As Zero sat at his window him mind was still trying to rationalize what was going on. Twice he encountered this Freddy Krueger & twice he got away, despite knowing how he kills, he knew that was just the tip of the iceberg for the fact he didn't truly know what he was dealing with. Unless he figures it fast Krueger will continue get stronger. He then remembers the light & the power he received however he had no idea how to use it or if he had any new powers, then he thought maybe he was finally going crazy. Slowly opening his door Iris peaked in on Zero wondering what was happening with him. Hearing what happened from X, Iris wanted to speak to him but at the last second she changed her mind.

" Iris if you want to come in you can…

" huh? How did you know it was me?

" your perfume… I can always tell by your perfume…how's your stomach?

" It's fine tonight X told me what happened?

" I see… where is he?

" X & Lobo are still on patrol & Axl is training in the simulator…

" good(as long as they stay awake they'll be safe)

" Zero why did you tell them not to sleep tonight?

" I don't know what going on Iris but all I can say is that everyone just should stay awake.

" I understand good night Zero…

" Iris wait

Iris watched as zero walked to her, taking her into his arms zero held her close pulling her into a gentle kiss which she gladly returned. After a few minutes they finally broke their kiss staring into each other's eyes.

" Listen iris I know what I'm asking is strange but please trust me…

" I will always trust you.

They both gave each other one more kiss before parting for the night, going back to the window Zero felt a lot less troubled knowing that the people he care about was safe.

…Down Town Able City…

Patrolling down town by the docks Lobo was still looking for any sign of the killer but no sign could be found.

" this is nuts how am I supposed to find this guy?

Feeling a little burnt out Lobo decided that a little nap wouldn't hurt. Resting on a nearby bench lobo closed his eyes for a second before he started hearing giggling jumping to his feet he began searching for the source of the laugher coming upon a familiar figure from before. It was an 8 year old little girl dressed in a red with black hair the same little girl he failed to save, shocked at what he was seeing he tried to speak to her but before he got the chance she ran off.

" Hey WAIT!

Bolting after her lobo chased her down to the docks determined for answers, chasing her down to the end of the dock lobo tried to approach her slowly coaching to come to him. As the girl turn around attempting to walk to him she suddenly lost her balance falling backwards much to lobo's horror…

" NOOO! He screamed as her ran to rescue her

Searching for the girl lobo began scanning the area looking as hard as he could but no sign could be find her. Suddenly the girl's face appeared under the water sticking her hand out reaching for his. Reaching back for her lobo came close to grabbing her hand when she suddenly sunk back down as if something had pulled her down.

" No…give me your hand….GIVE ME YOUR HAND!

Suddenly Freddy's glove hand shot up from the water grabbing lobo's the knife finger ripping through his armor into his flesh causing him to scream in agony while Krueger's face pushed out from under water. Trying to free himself lobo tried to use his free hand to break off Freddy's but two smaller hands belonging to the little girl shot out grabbing it restraining him

" how's this for a wet dream!

" what the hell is this let go!

" Time to Sink or Swim Lobo…

" NOOOOOOOO!

Unable to break free lobo was dragged into the water, a great struggle began under the water a blood began floating to the top. Finally after minutes of bloody water thrashing it stopped, Freddy suddenly jumped out of the water now looking more muscular with a deeper voice.

" looks like he's sunk? HAHAHAHAHAHA!

…Training Room…

Fighting in the training room Axl was putting all of his strength in staying awake, despite not knowing why he knew not to question Zero but listen to him. As he continued to blast drones the danger level began to bore him as he finished off the final drone so decided find another way to stay up.

" computer voice command online…

" voice command online

" deactivate training simulation code 000 deactivate 0

" deactivating… ERROR…. ERROR…. ERROR…. Unable to comply…

" What!?

" … ERROR…. ERROR…. ERROR…. Unable to comply…

" turn this thing off!

" resting battle simulation to danger level…

" Freddy!

Axl watched as the simulator transformed into a hellish fire pit before axl could react millions of drones began to appear surrounding him. Slowly the drone began to mutate taking the form of millions of robotic Freddy ready to kill.

" welcome to Freddy's special survival training Axl where the chances are you won't survive

Lunging at him from all direction activating his face mask & his jet boots Axl flew to a safe before pulling out his trade mark weapons yelling…

" Eat Axl Bullets ASSHOLES!

Firing off in different directions the Freddy drones began dropping like flies but were getting back up even faster. All the drone began laughing harder the more they got shot knowing axl lacked the power to bring them down.

" that's your problem axl your head is always in the clouds you should more down to earth!

Suddenly some of the drones' hands began to extend grabbing axl's arms & legs pulling him down to the others. Trying to escape was impossible for axl as he was being pulled down closer & closer as their claws began digging through his armor into his flesh causing agonizing pain.

" let go of me you bastards! AHHHHHH!

Seconds before being pulled all the way down axl began desperately crying out for help just as the drones began clawing into him left & right.

" X…Zero…HELP ME!

Zero's Room

As zero continued to look out trying stay awake a faint voice began echoing in his room. At first sounding like a whisper became louder & more recognizable by the second continuously calling for help. The booming voice started effecting zero in a strange way as his eyes & forehead began glowing like it did before. Finally Zero was able to recognize the voice it was axl calling to him.

" Shit AXL!

Trying to race to the door Zero found himself unable to move instead he was sinking into the floor like quicksand. Trying to free himself Zero began hear another voice a voice of a child the one he met before this time she was telling him no to fight it but go through it, as it was the only way to save axl. Passing through the other side fully armored Zero found himself falling through same fire pit axl was in. Falling fast Zero was able to see the million of Krueger drones converging on one spot Axl. Filling up with rage Zero began powering up his fist transferring as much energy as he could.

" KRRRRUGGERRRR! He yelled raising his fist

Looking up all the drones watched as Zero dropped in the center over calling out.

" Giga Crusher! He yelled slamming his to the ground…

The second Zero fist hit the ground an explosion of energy came from his fist protecting axl but incinerating everything else. Turn his attention axl Zero was horrified at what happen to his friend cover in claw mark, his armor & flesh ripped to shreds & bleeding out from almost from everywhere. The only sign that he was still alive was his soft breathing, zero was beside himself he knew axl was in the worst shape than he's ever been but he didn't know how to help him. Suddenly the same orb appeared in front of them to instruct Zero on how to save his fallen partner.

" the only way to save Axl is to make him like you.

" like me!?

" touch the gem on his helmet & focus. Said the orb before disappearing.

No other option on hand zero decided to follow his instructions placing his hand on axl's gem zero closed his eyes & focus. Suddenly his eyes flew open glowing along with his gem; the glowing began spreading through his body reaching his feet & making his way to his finger tips. As the glow passed his finger tips it made it activated axl's gem causing it to glow like zero's the glow quickly covered axl from head to toe, suddenly the glowing faded away leaving zero feeling drained but a fully restored axl. Zero didn't know or understand what he did but was relieved to see that axl was saved but this left zero wide open for an attack. Bursting one of the lava pits was a giant snake with Freddy's head, heading straight for zero. Barely able to move Zero watch as Krueger began laughing maniacally as he extended his jaw with the intention of swallowing with one gulp. Seconds away from the Freddy snake striking it was stopped dead in its tracks by a blast to the face, caught by surprise zero turned to see axl standing with his Axl bullets in both hands ready for some, payback to be paid in full.

" Axl!?

" Zero where are we? & how did we get here?

" No time Ice that fucker!

" with pleasure… payback time you limp dick asshole

" I'll swallow you whole!

" I'll make a belt out of you!

Axl activated his boot jet going full force at Krueger rapidly blasting him; roaring anger & in pain Freddy was unable to catch axl as he moved to fast around him blasting him everywhere. Winging his tail quickly Freddy slowed axl just long enough to wrap himself around axl leaving him defenseless. Freddy began to laugh as he squeezed axl getting ready to eat him.

" gonna eat you up!

" eat this! Genmurei!

Swing his saber zero unleashed two giant crescent waves one severing Freddy's head from the snake body the other cutting the rest freeing axl. Returning to zero's side axl ready to fight Freddy together who reverted back to his original form.

" ahhh! Now there are two of you!

" two what!?

" doesn't matter get him…

As they both charged him, Freddy retreated jumping in to the lava escaping both of them leaving them filled with rage.

" FUCK!

" COWARD! Who was that freak!?

" I really don't know…

" Then its time you learn… said the orb reappearing.

" what the heck is that!

" an ally…

" time to know thy enemy…

The orb then made a book appear zero's hand before disappearing again leaving zero & axl. As they attempted to open it both began fading away in to nothing. Suddenly zero eyes flew open as he pick himself up from the floor still holding the book. Placing the book on the bed Zero rushed to the door to get to axl but was stopped at the door by a sobbing Iris.

" Iris what's wrong?

" Lobo's dead!