Sorry this chapter is really short, but I didn't want to write the final battle in this one, that will be the next one, Promise! Okay, this story officially has more reviews then Blood in the Shadows. I am very proud! :D Replies at the end and I own only my characters. ^-^

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"There!" Fidget pointed to a looming castle in the distance. The castle was made of black and gray stone with gargoyle heads staring downwards. Three tall towers loomed against the sky, each with a single window. The sight of the castle unnerved Basil a little. Both Ratigan and Terra were inside of that castle, somewhere. Basil scowled when he made out a form looking down at him in one of the tower windows. It was Ratigan looking down at him and his army with an amused smirk on his face. His gloved hands tapped the windowsill as he watched his enemy and his army press towards the gate.

"What are we to do, Professor?" Raphael asked and a smile found its way onto his lips.

"Call the guards and deal with the army, but left Basil come to me. I have a little something planned for him." Raphael, Tony and Tomas shared an uneasy glance before nodding.

"As you wish, Professor."

"Oh, and bring Terra to the throne room, she is needed for my plan to work. Send Miss Kitty to help her prepare."

"Yes, Professor."

Kitty knocked on Terra's bedroom door for the second time that day.

"What are you doing here again, Kitty?" Terra asked, a little confused.

"The Professor wanted you in the throne room, and for some reason he wants you to look nice." Terra lifted an eyebrow at that. It seemed a little bit strange to ask something like that, unless... A little spark of hope began to burn.

'Could it be Basil?' Terra wondered as Kitty opened her dresser and scanned though the dresses that she had. After searching though, Kitty found a dark blue dress with ruffles on the skirt. Terra put it on and looked stunning in it. It made her eyes stand out and her fur look fuller. After much convincing, Terra got Kitty to let her only keep her locket on, and when she wasn't looking, Terra kicked the heels that Kitty had chosen under the bed. It was a floor length gown to begin with, so Terra could get away with not wearing shoes. Kitty stepped back and nodded proudly.

"You look great." Kitty opened the door and the two mice scampered down the hallway to the throne room.

Kitty was about to push on the throneroom door when Terra asked her to wait. Kitty turned and looked at the other white mouse.

"What's the matter?"

"I don't know if I can do this." Kitty touched her shoulder and offered her a smile.

"It will be okay." She reassured her. Terra took a deep breath and nodded for Kitty to open the door. Kitty did so and Terra strode inside.

The throneroom hadn't changed since Terra last found herself there. Terra felt like her heart was climbing up her throat when she saw what was waiting at the end of the hall. Two thrones sat side by side. One was larger with a gold back and a crimson pillow for the seat. The other, however was the one that caught Terra's eye. It was smaller, more elegant then it's golden counterpart, with a silver back and a dark purple seat.

"I thought that a fair queen should have a fair throne to sit upon." Ratigan spoke, stepping out of the shadows and sitting himself in the gold throne.

"I never said yes to your proposal." Terra said, stepping closer.

"And the answer is still no." Ratigan clicked his tongue at her in reply.

"If you keep resisting, Terra, then dire consequences await." Terra frowned. The door swung open and slapped the walls with a bang. When Terra turned, her eyes nearly popped out of her head. Standing in the door was Basil, with a revolver in hand.

Hahaha! Basil found both Terra and Ratigan! :D Reviews!

Taliym5: Thanks! I was listening to Numb at first, but I found that didn't really describe how Terra was feeling, then I listened to In the End and was like, That's perfect! When I was writing Eight and Nine, I kind of thought that Nine was a little cliche, but I'm glad you like it all the same ^-^

LuluCalliope: I know it was a short chapter, and this one is a tiny bit longer, but the fight will be the longest, so no worries.

LuluCalliope 2: I'm glad to hear that! :D

Blood Thirsty Angle: Heehee, I'm getting to love cliffies. The reference to E just kinda came out and you were the only one who got it! :D Lol

Kaitamis: I am glad to hear you're enjoying it.

Kaitamis 2: That is a good idea, I think I may use that, thanks!

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