Final Chapter, enjoy!

Disclaimer: I do not own Shugo Chara! Only the story. Also do not own Lala's Lullaby by Kaoru Wada.

Chapter 20: Final Battle

"Let's see what you do with that filthy human's body!"

With a quick wave of his hand, he signaled Ikuto to attack. Ikuto charged at Amu, jumping in midair and delivering a quick slash above her.

Boom.

Sizzle.

When the smoke dissipated, Amu was nowhere to be seen. Ikutofired red projectiles at Utau and Kukai, trying to lure her out to him.

Shaa.

They were shielded by a purple barrier that surrounded their bodies. From behind, Amu charged at Ikuto, who block the attack and their weapons were in a deadlock. Ikuto's eyes glowed a fiery red as his aura began to consume him, knocking Amu backwards as she dropped her weapon.

Crash.

Amu collided with the wall and fell to the ground. She weakly got up on her feet as the scythe flew back into her hands. Ikuto stood his ground and pointed his scythe at her. She charged at him once more, aiming for his weapon.

Slash.

Shatter.

Fwoosh.

His weapon broke into hundreds of pieces as they fell to the floor and dissipated. The First Shinigami disappeared from Amu's body. Her weapon dropped to the floor as Amu threw her arms around Ikuto, and kiss him deeply. 'Please come back to me, Ikuto!' Tears welled up in her eyes as they fell down to her cheeks, blood dripped from her lips and down to her chin. His eyes widened in surprise, his hands glowed red as he clutched her body roughly.

'Vanish! Give me back my body! Don't hurt her anymore! Give it back to me!'

Fwoosh.

His mind successfully broke the spell that imprisoned his body. The tattoo on his neck vanished. When he regained control of his body, he loosened his grip on her body and wrapped his arms around her waist gently. He returned her kiss as a light blue glow appeared faintly on each of her wounds, healing them.

Shaa.

The scythe glowed vividly, showering the room in purple-white light and blinding Nagihiko temporarily. Ikuto carried Amu bridal style and walked into the light and towards the mysterious glowing figure. She wore a black-and-gold laced school uniform, matched with a black mini-skirt that had a small bow dangling near her thigh. She wore long black socks and knee-high black boots with small belt buckles tied on the top and bottom of the boots. She wore a long dark violet cape that was a bit jagged at the ends. In her hands, was her long purple scythe (A/N: picture in profile).

"You are the legendary First Shinigami? It is a honour to meet you."

He bent his head slowly, acknowledging her presence. She smiled at him lovingly.

"Yes, I am Mashiro Rima, the First Shinigami of this world. You have done well, Ikuto. You were able to save yourself, your beloved one, and your friends. There is one more thing I must complete, and I need your assistance, Ikuto."

"To save Nagihiko and restore peace to this world?"

"That's right. It seems that during my absence in the human world, Nagihiko was infuriated when he knew that I fell in love with a human. His jealousy triggered the summoning of the Demon Lord, who infested part of himself into Nagihiko's soul. Now, his soul is unstable with greed, jealousy and power. The only way to stop him is to combine everyone's power into one. Once we vanquish the evil spirit lurking in his soul, we can finally restore peace to this world."

"Alright, let's do it."

Ikuto used some of his powers to summon Utau and Kukai. They appeared in front of him, who were still unconscious. Rima's scythe glowed, healing their wounds and awakening them. Their eyes slowly drifted open. They got up from the floor and noticed Ikuto holding a heavily wounded Amu. Their eyes widened in shock and surprise.

"Is she going to be okay, Ikuto?"

Kukai placed a firm hand on Utau's shoulder.

"She'll be fine, don't worry Utau."

"We have more important things awaiting us. Now, let's combine our powers into one."

They each channeled their powers into Rima. Her now dark violet aura surrounded her body, her scythe glowed vividly from the sudden power upgrade. She dispelled the light and stood before Nagihiko. She waved her scythe. Suddenly, a powerful shield barrier surrounded Ikuto, Amu, Utau and Kukai, who were lying unconscious on the floor a few feet away from Rima and Nagihiko.

"You finally show yourself, Rima! " Nagihiko laughed bitterly. "I've been waiting for this moment! At last it has come! Hahaha! Now, let's end this! "

Nagihiko summoned another replicated scythe, this time it glowed black. He brandished his scythe, sending black icicles at Rima; who blocked it easily. Nagihiko's eyes widened in shock.

"Impossible! How can this be? You weren't supposed to have any power left! "

"You underestimate people's potential too much. Now, I'm going to destroy you and get back my fiancé!"

Rima charged her scythe, channeling everyone's power into it. Now it's glow blinded Nagihiko temporarily, giving Rima an opening to destroy the evil demon spirit controlling charged at him at lightning speed, slicing him through his left chest. Suddenly, Nagihiko screamed and groaned in agony before falling to his knees as the soul flew out of his body and dissipated. Then, Nagihiko regained consciousness.

"Eh? What have I been doing all this time?"

"Letting yourself be controlled by a demon's spirit for all those years." Rima glared daggers at him.

"Ehehe! Is that so?" Nagihiko sweatdropped. "Well I guess I do owe you all a favour."

Nagihiko summoned a large black grand piano. While he played, Rima began to sing.

Lala's Lullaby – Kaoru Wada

Lacrimosa dies illa,

Qua resurget ex favilla

Judicandus homo reus:

Huic ergo parce, Deus.

Pie Jesu Domine.

[That sorrowful day,

On which will arise from burning coats,

Man accused to be judged:

Therefore, O God, do Thou spare him

Faithful Lord Jesus]

Slowly, the destruction of the palace began to heal, as everything was returning back to four unconscious couples were floating in two giant orbs. Their wounds instantly healed and their powers sealed away. Rima and Nagihiko had decided to give the four of them another life. Soon, the Underworld returned to its former peace and glory. A large portal appeared underneath the four, transporting them to another world to live a different life in a different era. Rima and Nagihiko watched, smiling.

"Good luck in your next life! "

There will be a sequel to this story, currently writing it right now. It's called Bloody Secrets so look out for it on my profile! Catch y'all later!