Finally, we've reached "Never Say Xever". In this episode, I finally reveal the new bad guys. Can't wait to see people's theories!

Watching Steins;Gate is ruining my life! Anyway, reviews.

Cc: Oh no April knows. Also, the link to audiobook isn't working

Me: Don't worry, I posted something last chapter about that.

CC: (Raph covered in bruises comes in the room Karai and Mikey are in) - Raph: Really?! You both left me to get up by Donnie! Karai I paid you 50 bucks. - Karai: Nothing personal Raph I was just protecting Mikey - Mikey: Sorry dude Donnie is scary when he's angry - Raph: Well I'm angry! I'm gonna get you both back! - Mikey: (Whimpers in fear) - Karai: Oh really how are you gonna get us back? - Raph: (Smirks and grabs Mikey and Karai) - Mikey: Raph come on! - Karai: Raph let us go or I'll get angry. - Raph: This is a little payback for leaving me alone with Donnie. (Grabs Mikey by his shell and karai by her leggings) - Mikey: come on Raph, not shell wedgie, please! - Karai: Raph I swear if you hurt Mikey in any way I'll... - Raph: Shell Wedgie! (Gives Mikey a shell wedgie and karai a wedgie) - Karai and Mikey: (cries in pain) - Mikey: (sobs) - Karai: (gets angry and punches Raph in the face) - Raph: Ow! (Let's go of Mikey and Karai) - Mikey: (sighs in relief and smiles) We're free Karai! Karai? - Karai: How many times do I have to tell you not to hurt Mikey! Your gonna pay for that (grabs chainsaw) - Mikey: She's mad! - Raph: Oh no! (Runs away) - Karai: Get back here! (Runs after him)

Me: After watching "Heart of Evil" I agree with Mikey. Donnie is super scary when he's angry! Of course, if someone tried to dissect me, I'd be pretty ticked. Raph, like my reviewers, have said many times, never hurt little brother! Karai is part of the Cinnamon Roll Protection Squad. Be prepared to pay. Dearly.

JamesBondfan007: Oh no ! April finding out that Shredder is his father will put strain on Apriltello ! Noooooooooooooooo !

Me: Yes, my friend. T'was all part of my dastardly plan for angst and betrayal! Welcome to the Steins;Gate of plotlines! MWAHAHAHAHA!

Xever had to admit, he was a fine fighter. He was strong, he was confident, smooth, slick; nothing scared him. Nothing, except for the Shredder. To be fair, though, the Shredder struck fear into everyone, whether they were enemies or allies.

They had failed; that was the simple way of putting it. And worse yet, they had taken this mission alone. For once, a mission with no turtles. A chance to prove they were still good fighters, but they had failed.

The Shredder had told them about the new threat rising against them: a vigilante group. Several Foot strike positions had been compromised: trades, handoffs, negotiations, again and again, the vigilantes struck. They had tried to catch them at a trade they were guarding, but they had failed. Now they were getting an earful for it.

Thankfully, the turtles hadn't been involved in any of this as of now. Xever didn't think he could take their snide remarks right now. The "this was your fault"s and the "if it wasn't for you"s. He was glad, though how odd it was, that he could receive his reprimand without mocking voices or prying eyes.

"You've failed me for the final time." Xever flinched as Shredder stopped before them. He kept his eyes on the floor, knowing better than to argue.

"I send you to catch the vigilantes, and you return to me empty-handed."

Xever pursed his lips. "We are sorry, Master Shredder."

"You will be sorry," Shredder's voice was a low growl, "if you fail me again."

"Please, Sensei," Bradford said. "Give us another chance."

Shredder's piercing gaze turned to him then. Xever felt Bradford stiffen in fear. "You were my prized student." He said. "I taught you my darkest techniques. I molded you in my image." He scoffed. "Perhaps I should have sent my children to finish the job instead."

Bradford seemed to sink lower with each word. "I promise, Sensei," He whispered. "I will not fail you again."

Shredder looked over them both for a few seconds before he turned away. "Nokoshi." He commanded, ascending the dais once again.

The two soldiers did not hesitate to obey, standing and bowing before turning and leaving quickly. The tension only left their shoulders once the doors were shut behind them, and then the arguing began.

"This was your fault." Xever hissed. "You didn't even use strategy, you lumbering oaf!"

"My fault?!" Bradford looked shocked. "You were the one who let them get away! If you hadn't spent so much time beating around the bush we would've had them!"

Xever scowled, looking to the side. "The point is we both failed." He said, and Bradford knew it was true. "But, I know how we can succeed this time."

Bradford crossed his arms. "How?"

"Well, if you actually listened to me for once," he began lazily twirling one of his twin butterfly knives between his fingers, "we may be able to trap them." He smirked, shooting Bradford a look. "If you listen to my plan."

Bradford scowled. "Why on Earth would I listen to you?"

Xever raised an eyebrow as if he knew something Bradford didn't. "Because, if we fail Master Shredder again, neither of us will be walking away from his wrath."

Bradford seemed to contemplate this for a moment, shooting a nervous look at the door. "Alright." He said. "What's your plan?"

Japanese vocabulary

Nokoshi - "Leave"

So, this was a little short, but it was just meant to establish the base of the episode.

You all seem to want to see Bradford and Xever suffer, so I showed you Shredder scaring the crap out of them. Also, they mentioned something about a vigilante group... interesting. What are your thoughts?