Chapter 10: Power of Passion
Hey everyone! What's up? It's sakuraphoenix here, and I'm back with a brand new chapter of A Knightmare of Darkness! I know that I haven't had the best updating schedule, but hey, when all of your classes are either AP or Honors, and when vacation's the only time you have to update your stories, well, you get the idea. Anyhow, it's time we moved onto the disclaimer! Shall we?
Disclaimer: I do not own Code Geass or Yu-Gi-Oh 5D's in anyway
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And here I thought that the Chinese Federation wouldn't just start shooting at us because we had the Empress as a captive, well, oh boy was I wrong, WAY WRONG! Not only weren't our reinforcements coming, they were planning on taking us down along with the Mausoleum of 88 emperors! Sheesh, the High Eunuchs were more hard-headed than I had thought.
"Our reinforcements aren't coming? What the…" started Tamaki
"Calm down Tamaki. We still have the Chinese Empress as a captive. They can't just start shooting at us." Said Ogi
How wrong you were Ogi-san. They just did!
"What is it?" asked Diethard
"Full scale bombardment." Said Zero
"But that means…" started a girl with blue hair
"Yes. The Chinese Federation intend to obliterate the Mausoleum of 88 emperors and us along with it. As for the empress, they want her to die." I said
Our airpower is limited, so we have to fight with honor and make sure we don't lose a single fighter now that Kallen is with them.
"I'll go out in the Akasuki." Said C.C.
"C.C. In case we lose, have an escape route." Said Zero
"If the two of you come up with a smart trick, I won't need one." Said C.C.
"Second enemy air raid squadron coming in fast!" exclaimed the girl with a ponytail
"We're not gonna hold out long against this." Said a girl with brown hair
"Zero, I have a plan. Why not stage a rebellion against the High Eunuchs?" I asked
"You mean…" started Zero
"Exactly. Seeing this turn of events, and that the High Eunuchs want the empress dead, if the people of China hear our little conversation, that lights a spark, which equals rebellion." I said
"Black Rose, you're a genius." Said Zero
"Tell me something I don't know." I said
Later…
"Ah. So you admit you're outmatched. Well, we won't accept your surrender, it's too late now." said one of the High Eunuchs
"You insist on fighting? Even though your own empress will die in the attack?" asked Zero
"The empress is merely a system. There are plenty of others to replace her." Said the first High Eunuch
"So you two can't use her as a bargaining chip." Said another High Eunuch
"But you used her to gain noble titles in the Britannian Court." I said
"You have sharp ears, don't you? A cheap price to pay for power." Said the first High Eunuch
"Cheap? A phony treaty that gives China's land to a foreign nation?" asked Zero
"Land is nothing but dirt after all. Correct, we're Britannian Noblemen now, that's what counts." Said the first High Eunuch
"And what about the common people you swore to protect?" I exclaimed
"Zero, Black Rose, when you walk down the street, do you worry about stepping on the ants?" asked the first High Eunuch
"You throw away paper that clings to your bottoms, don't you? It's the same thing." Said the second High Eunuch
"You'd sell out your country, abandon your empress, betray your own people, and for what?" asked Zero
"An idealist. I never thought you were so naïve Zero, Black Rose. Indeed, masters and commoners will always breed." Said the first High Eunuch
"Like insects." Said the second High Eunuch
They then laughed like the conceited bastards they were. But we had enough to stage a rebellion within the Chinese Federation, but the Ikaruga then rocked again.
"Radiant Shield Generators two and five are offline." Said the girl with blue hair
"That leaves the deck exposed!" exclaimed Ogi
"Noblemen, you're bureaucrats! Paper pushers who know nothing about no place with liege." I said
"This is wrong. All of it. All of it!" exclaimed the empress
What? She's on the deck! She'll get killed!
"Run away your majesty! Go now!" exclaimed Xingke
"Xingke!" exclaimed the empress
"You finally made it outside of the city, but you haven't seen any of the world yet. I will defend you here!" exclaimed Xingke
"But, without you, it's no good! Xingke, it has to be you and I together. It has to be!" exclaimed the empress
"Your words are wasted on me Your Majesty, however…" started Xingke
"Zero, it's time we tested out the Shinkiro and Tsubasa." I said
"Agreed." Said Zero
"Someone do it! I don't care who, but please, someone save her!" exclaimed Xingke
By the time he stated those words, Lelouch and I were inside our respective Knightmares. I was inside the Tsubasa and Lelouch was inside the Shinkiro.
"Very well, we understand the gravity of the situation. Xingke, your wish shall be granted." I said as I pulled off my mask
They thought they had settled the finishing blow, but in reality, Lelouch had activated the defense system on the Shinkiro.
"We ask this of the Chinese Federation and Britannians." Said Zero
"If you want to keep fighting, are you prepared for the consequences?" I asked
"Zero? Black Rose? They've come to the front line themselves?" asked Gino
"Zero! Black Rose!" exclaimed Xingke
"But why would they…" started the empress
"All units, wipe them out!" exclaimed one of the High Eunuchs
"So be it. We gave you your chance, let no one forget that." Said Zero
He activated the Shinkiro's defense system, and when they ceased fire, I moved in front of the Shinkiro.
"I'm afraid that this duel is over!" I exclaimed
I activated the Tsubasa's attack system, which was basically me firing a missile, which would then reflect the miniature Hadron Cannon that I fired.
"How pathetic Xingke. You were betrayed by your own countrymen, and you couldn't save one little girl. Do you get it now? You need us; we're the only allies you can rely on." Said Zero
"I will never be subordinate to you Zero, or you Black Rose." Said Xingke
"Subordinate? Seriously? That's what you think? Xingke, you have the potential to lead your entire nation. They need deliverance. Your empress, and all the helpless people of the Chinese Federation, they're crying out for it." I said
"You think your Knightmares can turn the tide of this battle?" asked Xingke
"Not at all. The tide of war is determined by strategy, not tactics." Said Zero
He was obviously confused, but well, let's just say our little rebellion is working our perfectly.
"Thanks to the empress, the High Eunuchs are now firmly cast as the villains." I said
"You mean, you planned on their betrayal?" asked Xingke
"Yes, but it wasn't our original plan. We stole one of your strategies as well Xingke." I said
In other words, the people of China are our reinforcements. It won't be long now until you withdraw brother, because that's how you've always been. And now, the curtain draws to a close.
"So Prince Schneizel has abandoned you. So much for your titles." Said Xingke
"Don't hurt us! We'll give up our power! Whatever you want!" exclaimed the first High Eunuch
"Still worried about your own skin?" asked Xingke
I supposed by the sounds of Xingke using his sword meant that the High Eunuchs were no more.
"Where is Kallen Kozuki?" asked Zero
"That's the Guren's pilot." Said Xingke
"She was classified as a P.O.W. and transferred out." Said the girl Xingke just untied
"What?" I said out loud
"The High Eunuchs handed her over as a favor to the Knight of Seven and the Knight of Eight." Said the woman
"To Suzaku and Yusei?" I asked
So, the two of you are trying to take everything away from us, is that it? Well Signer, and to you traitor, your days are numbered, and let me tell you, it's not going to be pretty for you, you snakes in the grass! However, we promised that we would come for her, and that's exactly what we're going to do! Nothing will stop us, ya hear? Nothing!
Later…
"Is this alright for you?" asked Xingke
"Well… I was finally able to leave the Forbidden City. And now, I mean… this doesn't mean it's the end. It's just…" started the empress
"I shall protect you in the future as well, until the very end of time." Said Xingke
"It's so strange. I'm so happy! I'm so happy, and yet…" started the empress
She must be crying tears of joy.
"Zero, Black Rose, we need to let the world know that the empress' betrothal to the Britannian Prince is off." Said Diethard
"That's true." Said Zero
"And the best way to do that is to have her marry someone from our side, a member of a Japanese family would be perfect." Said Diethard
Is this guy nuts? She almost went through an arranged marriage, and he wants her to go through another one? He's pushing it, despite the fact that it's a fantastic political maneuver.
"If you like, I can draw up a list of suitable candidates." Said Diethard
"But you mustn't!" exclaimed Kaguya
"Lady Kaguya, this is a political maneuver, it isn't personal." Said Diethard
"You're wrong! It is personal! It's a simple question of love!" exclaimed Kaguya
"She has a point. Wouldn't you agree Black Rose?" asked C.C.
"Of course I would." I said
"We're at war, lives are at stake." Said Diethard
"Hey, you're pushing it buddy." Said Chiba
"'Buddy'? I am a staff officer!" exclaimed Diethard
Rakshata giggled at his expression.
"Zero, Black Rose what's your decision?" asked Diethard
"You understand, right Master Zero, don't you? Of course you understand, right Mistress Black Rose?" asked Kaguya
"Well…" started Zero
"Zero, Black Rose, listen, about yesterday. Huh? Are you guys doing conference?" asked Tamaki
"No, let's go." Said Zero
"Zero, this is vital!" exclaimed Diethard
"Tamaki's issue is also vital." Said Zero
"If anyone needs me, I'll be in my quarters thinking about this situation." I said
"Now you too Black Rose!" exclaimed Diethard
I know that Lelouch would use his Geass to make the others obey him, but what's holding him back? Just then, my phone rang. It was Millie.
"Sakura, do you have a minute?" asked Millie
"Yeah, why?" I asked
"Oh, no reason. It's just about my graduation event. What do you think I should do?" asked Millie
"Why ask me? You're the prez, you should be able to decide by yourself, right?" I asked
"Well, when you put it that way…" said Millie
"Millie, listen, could I ask you something?" I asked
"Sure." Said Millie
"Well, I have a friend here, and well, she's kinda going through an arranged marriage, and well, the person she's supposed to marry isn't exactly the best person in the world, so I'm trying to convince the others to have them split up, but no one's listening." I said
"Do they want to split?" asked Millie
"It's kinda a family politics thing." I said
"Then don't!" exclaimed Millie
"Don't what? Split them up?" I asked
"Yes! Love is the most powerful thing in this world! It's kinda like you and Kalin. I mean, you're Britannian, and he's Japanese, but you love him, don't you? It's the same thing." Said Millie
The same thing? That's right! Lelouch originally became Zero for Nunnally's sake!
"Wait, so you mean, that passion has the power to change everything around you?" I asked
"Basically yes." Said Millie
"I see now! Thanks Millie! I owe you one!" I exclaimed
"No problem! I'll see you around Sakura, and I think I've found a theme for my event! Thanks!" exclaimed Millie
"No problem." I said
More like nightmare central! I just created a monster! Oh well, what could possibly go wrong?
"Your Majesty! Your future belongs to you! You decide your own fate!" exclaimed Zero
"Don't let anyone else decide your future for you Your Majesty. Your own destiny, is in your own hands." I said
"Zero." Said Xingke
"Oh I'd knew the two of you would understand!" exclaimed Kaguya
"But we need to establish a position of power." Said Diethard
"The human heart is the source of all our power, that's why the people rose up against the High Eunuchs and why the Black Knights fight like titans. We fight will all our hearts." Said Zero
"Yes, you got that right." Said Ogi
"Power of the heart, is that it?" wondered Diethard
"Zero, Black Rose, I'm starting to see what kind of man and women dwell behind those masks." Said Xingke
Lelouch and I accepted his handshake.
"The path ahead of us is arduous." I said
"That's exactly why tomorrow belongs to us alone." Said Xingke
Later…
"We will find Kallen, but all three of us need to return to Area 11 first." Said Zero
"And the Chinese Federation?" asked C.C.
"There are still some opposing factions there, but they'll be no match for Xingke and Tohdoh now that the people are on our side. Besides, you want to see it to, the power of the human heart, no?" I asked
"The little devil and succubus grow up, huh?" asked C.C.
"And you're still a witch. Anyhow, this gets us back on track, so we can hit them at their deepest level." Said Lelouch
"The religious order?" asked C.C.
"Yes, the ones who are trying to create warriors with the Geass power. If we can control the order, then Lelouch can surpass the emperor in terms of Geass, seeing that I'm now immune to Geass completely." I said
"However, the very existence of the order has been concealed by the human world. They change locations when a new leader is named, so it's almost impossible to track them." Said C.C.
"But you're certain they're based in the Chinese Federation right now, somewhere within reach?" asked Lelouch
"Yes, according to V.V., the one who replaced me as their leader. But this is a vast country. Even that guy Rolo doesn't know where their base is, right?" asked C.C.
"According to Mao's Geass power, no. All he knows is that it's somewhere dry and hot." I said
"So, with that information, how are you going to find it?" asked C.C.
"That's why we took over the Chinese Federation." Said Lelouch
"Hmm?" wondered C.C.
"The flow of goods, power supplies, communications, the order must leave some kind of trace on its existence." I said
"You two are using the power of the whole nation to find them?" asked C.C.
"As you said, it's a vast country. You're to remain here C.C. If you find any clues on the order, contact us." Said Lelouch
"Yes, I understand." Said C.C.
"Kalin's waiting for me inside the Tsubasa, and I'm not the type to keep people waiting." I said
Later…
This is why I don't swim underwater without some kind of scuba gear.
"Welcome home! Cousin, brother, Kalin." Said Rolo
"It's good to see you Rolo. Sayoko, Jack, did anything change while we were away on this mission?" asked Lelouch
"Nothing of immediate concern." Said Sayoko as she pulled of the mask that made her look like Lelouch
"But what I don't get is why you had to make me look like you while you three were gone!" spat Jack as he took of the mask that made him look like me
"Call it revenge for trying to split me and Kiryu up last year." I said
"You have to admit Jackie, she has a point." Said Kalin
"Who asked you Kessler?" exclaimed Jack
"Anyhow, I noted all the designated details in the designated file." Said Sayoko
"So you'll be staying here for quite a while now, isn't that right Lelouch, Sakura?" asked Rolo
"Yes, we have to develop some effective countermeasures for the Knights of the Round. The Lancelot and Dragonet are bad enough, and we certainly don't need the Tristan and the Mordred getting in our way again." Said Lelouch
"You can say that again." I said
"It would be a pleasure to back you up in my Vincent." Said Rolo
"I'm already covering them enough in the Ccapac Apu, but a little more help doesn't hurt." Said Kalin
"But, we told you not to behave like that." I said
Shirley was in front of the Student Council room.
"Shirley, are you okay?" asked Lelouch
"Look Lulu, about what happened with us yesterday…" started Shirley
"Yesterday?" asked Lelouch
We all then heard some kind of sound. We turned to look, and it was Anya, the Knight of Six! What is she doing here?
"Morning Lelouch Lamperouge, Sakura Avalon." Said Anya
"It's Anya, the Knight of Six." Said Rolo
"Hey, we've been waiting for you! Vice President and Treasurer, right? It's an honor." Said Gino
"Don't be so formal." Said Rivalz
"Oh, right. Anyway, we both just enrolled here at Ashford, and while we're here, we insist that our social status be ignored." Said Gino
"They say they wanted the experience of being normal students." Said Millie
"So I'm teaching them how to talk normally." Said Rivalz
"More like this is going to be a disaster in on itself." I said to myself
"I am really looking forward to this… old man." Said Gino
"Um, right." Said Lelouch
Why do I have a bad feeling about this?
Oh boy, this isn't looking good for Sakura or Lelouch, considering what the next episode is. Anyhow, please review, and until next time, I'm sakuraphoenix, saying I heart you, signing off for now. Have a happy new year!