Previously on Code Lyoko: New Youth

Gary: What's going on mate? Something on your mind?

Matthew: I just can't get over the uneasy feeling of XANA creating more and more new monsters. I mean come on guys, this is the third time that it's happened and each time, they're getting stronger. If this keeps up, they'll just annihilate us before we could even get a chance to fight back. And if we can't fight back, XANA will take over everything.

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Stephanie: Matthew, if I may ask, what's your class schedule?

Matthew: Uhh...Computer Science, Math, PE, Science, Foreign Language, and History. Why?

Stephanie: Oh no reason, just curious is all. See ya around.

Matthew: I have a feeling I know who's going to be in some of my classes this semester.

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Matthew: Everyone good?

Alexis: Yeah, we're fine.

Gary: Hey guys...where did Jonah get off to?

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Jonah: What...no laughter?

Matthew: No, we were just concerned about you. If I may ask, why are you scared of storms.

Jonah: It all happened when I was about 6 years old. My family and I were actually on vacation. We were visiting some of our relatives in America. The skies turned darker and the rain got heavier. Then suddenly, the radio signal got cut off and then we heard sirens blaring outside. My mom quickly went to the window and saw it.

Natalie: ...Saw what?

Jonah: An EF4 tornado and it was heading our way.

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Matthew: We all have fears inside of us. One of my biggest fears is actually going blind.

Gary: I'm actually afraid of bees and wasps.

Natalie: My biggest fear is actually losing my voice.

Mariah: I'm actually afraid of bats.

Alexis: I'm afraid to fail. Failing in my education and failing in life.

?: Very interesting...maybe this could be the information I can use to rid these young warriors for good.

Chapter 38: Fears Unleashed Part 2: The Sneak Attack

Belpois Residence

6:00 AM-The Next Day

The weather hadn't improved even in the slightest bit the next day, as it was still raining very hard when Jeremy woke up to get himself ready to teach his class yet again. He was already dressed, made his lunch, his laptop, and all his work packed up and ready to go for the day. Grabbing his umbrella, he made his way outside and to his car. However, when he turned the key...the engine didn't start.

Jeremy: What? Grr...come on engine, turn over already!

But it was no good. Jeremy tried and tried again to get the car started, but nothing happened. Pounding on the steering wheel in frustration, Jeremy pondered on what he could do. The school was only a couple of miles away.

Jeremy: It shouldn't take me that long to walk my way there. Maybe about 30 minutes at the most. Or I could call a cab and have it take me there...hmm...

After a few more moments of thinking...

Jeremy: I don't think walking there would hurt. Besides, I'll still have plenty of time to get things ready by the time I get there.

So grabbing his umbrella again, Jeremy got out of his car and began walking down the sidewalk over towards Kadic. About 15 minutes later, Aelita woke up and began to prepare some breakfast for herself and Maya. But as she walked out of her bedroom, out of the front window she caught a glimpse of Jeremy's car still sitting in the driveway.

Aelita: Hmm? That's strange...

Maya: What's strange Mom?

Aelita jumped. She didn't realize that Maya was already up and downstairs.

Aelita: Oh dear...don't scare me like that Maya.

Maya: Sorry Mommy. But...what were you saying that was strange?

Aelita: It seems that Daddy left his car in the driveway. I don't know why though, but I'm going to call him to find out for sure. You go get dressed while I do that.

Maya: Ok Mommy.

As little Maya scurried away to get dressed, Aelita pulled out her phone and dialed Jeremy's number. A few moments later...

Jeremy: Hello?

Aelita: Hi Jeremy.

Jeremy: Hi Aelita, what's up?

Aelita: Where are you Jeremy?

Jeremy: I'm walking my way to Kadic right now. Why do you ask?

Aelita: I woke up and saw your car still in the driveway. Why didn't you take it this morning?

Jeremy: I was going to, but it wouldn't start. So I decided to just walk there. It's not that far you know.

Aelita: Well that's true. I was just wondering. Don't try and catch yourself a cold being out in this weather.

Jeremy: I'll watch over myself Aelita, not to worry. I'll see what I can do about the car later.

Aelita: Ok Jeremy, see you tonight. I love you.

Jeremy: I love you to. Bye.

After ending the call, Aelita hung up the phone and went back to making breakfast. A few minutes later, Maya came out of the bathroom after finishing her morning routine.

Maya: Did you find out why Daddy left his car here?

Aelita: Yes, apparently the car wouldn't start up, so Daddy decided to walk to work.

Maya: Couldn't he try to fix it himself?

Aelita: Heh, trust me Maya, your father may know his way around a computer, but when it comes to a vehicle, he's like a deer staring into oncoming headlines, just stands there and does nothing. And same can be said about me.

Maya: Oh, so how are we going to fix it?

Aelita: Daddy's going to try and work that out later. Now let's not worry about that right now. Have some breakfast before you head off to school.

Maya: Ok Mom.

So after a few minutes of eating breakfast, Aelita waited outside with Maya for her bus to arrive, which it did moments later. After waving goodbye to her, Aelita walked back inside and continued on with her day.

Kadic Academy-Jeremy's Classroom

6:30 AM

At last, Jeremy arrived at his classroom and in good timing to. It was now 6:30 in the morning and the students were just now waking up and getting ready. Setting his umbrella aside, Jeremy turned on his desktop computer and began planning his lesson. As he was typing away at his keyboard, a suddenly let out a loud sneeze followed by a couple of coughs.

Jeremy: Oh dear, where did those come from?

Jeremy suddenly remembered what Aelita said.

Aelita: Don't try and catch yourself a cold being out in this weather.

Jeremy: Nah, there's no way I have one, especially not this quick.

Jeremy quickly put that thought in the back of his mind and continued on working...but not without having a couple more sneezes afterwards.

Jeremy: ...At least I hope not.

After about another hour and a half, the bell rang meaning the beginning of another school day. Jeremy waited for his students to arrive. He let out of few more coughs, this time a bit more hoarse. He pounded his chest a couple of times to try and clear his throat...but it did little work. After a few more seconds, his students filed in his classroom. He noticed that all of his students seemed to be in a pretty decent mood.

Jeremy: Well, tomorrow is Friday. Who wouldn't be in a good mood.

But then, Jeremy that one of his students walking in wasn't in a good mood at all. And to his surprise, that student was Matthew.

Jeremy: Excuse me Matthew, could you come here for a moment?

Matthew grudgingly walked over to Jeremy's desk. Jeremy could see the flustered look on his face.

Jeremy: Is there something wrong young Matthew? You don't usually looked this upset.

Matthew gave a big sigh.

Matthew: It that new girl Stephanie.

Jeremy: (to himself) Oh dear, this can't be good.

Matthew: She just won't get off of my back!

An Hour and a half Earlier

As Matthew was gathering his supplies for the day, he heard someone knock on his door. He opened his door but found no one standing there. He was most confused until he spotted a folded piece of paper on the floor in front of him. He picked it up and unfolded it. It was a note.

Meet me in the courtyard before breakfast.

Matthew: Hmm? Must be Natalie wanting some help from last night's Math homework or something.

He put the note in his pocket before gathering his belongings and heading out to the courtyard. The courtyard was completely empty when he arrived.

Matthew: HELLO?! ANYONE HERE?!

?: OVER HERE MATT!

Matthew turned around expecting to see Natalie standing behind him. But was shocked to see that it was Stephanie.

Matthew:Stephanie? What are you doing here?

Stephanie: I wanted to talk to you.

She walked up to him with a flirty sort of look. Matthew felt really uncomfortable now.

Matthew: What about?

Stephanie: About you and me. How would you like to go out with me?

Matthew: WHAT?! You asked me that the first day you came here. I told last time and I'll tell you again, I'm in a relationship with Natalie!

Stephanie: I don't believe you.

Matthew: I beg your pardon?

Stephanie: What do you see in that girl that you don't in me? I much more prettier than her and I'm far more popular than she is by a long shot. So why wouldn't you want to go out with someone like me?

Matthew: You want the main reason? Because unlike you, Natalie knows how to take NO for an answer! Now why don't you just get off my back and leave me and Natalie alone.

Matthew stomped away to the cafeteria leaving Stephanie seething.

Stephanie: MARK MY WORDS MATTHEW, YOU WILL BE MINE FOREVER!

Matthew ignored her and walked inside the cafeteria.

Present Time

Matthew: My friends asked me what's wrong when I sat down. The couldn't believe it.

Jeremy: (to himself) Boy it feels like Sissi, Yumi and Ulrich all over again.

Matthew: I just wish she can get it through that thick head of hers.

Jeremy: Now Matthew I know you're upset, but just try to calm down a bit.

So Matthew took a deep breath in and out.

Jeremy: Good. Now my friends and I had a similar situation back when we were students here. A girl named Sissi, who is actually Stephanie's Aunt, had her eyes all over Coach Ulrich. But Ulrich had feelings for Miss Ishiyama and Sissi didn't want to accept that. So what did we do? We just took it in our stride and put her in the back of our heads. After we stopped XANA, we told her that if she wanted to be friends with us, then she had to stop messing with our group. And surprisingly it worked.

Matthew: Well I hope something like that happens to us right now.

Jeremy: You never know...ACHOO!

Jeremy let out a loud sneeze and a few more coughs afterwards.

Matthew: Hey Mr. Belpois, are you alright?

Jeremy: Of course I'm alright.

Matthew: Well...if you say so.

Just then, the tardy bell rang and the school day began once again. Jeremy began his normal routine of teaching his class. But on several occasions, he had to stop as more coughs and sneezes came sneaking up on him. He was now beginning to grow a little concerned, and he was right to do so. As the course of the day went on, Jeremy began to feel strange. He felt his head pounding and his body began to sweat a bit. On top of that, he coughs and sneezes became more violent. So much so, that when Ulrich passed by his classroom on the way to lunch, he could here Jeremy coughing and sneezing from the other side of the wall. He poked his head through his door and saw Jeremy looking pale.

Ulrich: Jeremy...I think you should take the rest of the day off.

Jeremy: *coughing* I think you're right Ulrich. I feel awful.

Ulrich: I'll go tell Mr. Hamilton that you're sick and should stay home until you feel well.

Jeremy: Thanks Ulrich.

So as Jeremy began to pack his stuff, Ulrich went to the principle's office to explain the situation. Once there...

Mr. Hamilton: Oh dear. Well I do hope that he recovers soon.

Ulrich: Why is that sir?

Mr. Hamilton: Because I don't know any good substitute teachers to relieve him.

Ulrich could see that he was in quite a jam. He wanted to help, but he didn't know and good substitute teachers either.

Ulrich: Well I'm sure you'll think of something sir.

Ulrich left his office after that, leaving Mr. Hamilton to ponder at his dilemma.

Belpois Residence

1:00 PM

Despite being sick the first half of the day, Jeremy had just enough strength to walk his way back home in the rain without falling flat on his face. He tried to turn the doorknob but found it to be locked. He rang the doorbell a couple of times, until he heard the door being unlocked. Once it opened, he saw Aelita standing there, now with a worried look on her face.

Aelita: Jeremy, are you okay?

Jeremy: No, I feel awful. Looks like you were right Aelita. I think I got a cold from this weather.

Aelita: Well let's not make it worse for you. Let's get you inside.

Aelita helped Jeremy inside to the bedroom. Aelita left for the kitchen to bring him some cold water. When she returned, she found him now laying in bed. She set the glass beside him.

Aelita: Get some rest now Jeremy.

Jeremy: Wait, I just had a thought. With me recovering here, who's going to substitute my class?

Jeremy and Aelita thought about it for a few moments. Until suddenly, a bright idea popped into Aelita's head.

Aelita: What about me?

Jeremy was surprised?

Jeremy: You? Are you sure?

Aelita: Of course I'm sure. You're not the only one who's majored in Computer Science you know.

She gave him a cheeky grin as realization dawned upon Jeremy.

Jeremy: You're right. Are you willing to do it while I recover here?

Aelita: I'm sure I can. Just tell me what you've covered with your class and tell me what you have planned for them next.

Jeremy: Ok, but first let me call Mr. Hamilton and tell him.

So Aelita handed him the phone and Jeremy dialed the school's number.

Mr. Hamilton: Kadic Academy, Principle Hamilton speaking.

Jeremy: Mr. Hamilton, it's Jeremy.

Mr. Hamilton: Ah Jeremy, I'm sorry to hear about your illness.

Jeremy: That's alright sir. Anyway, I'm calling to tell you that I've found you a substitute for my class.

Mr. Hamilton: Really? Who is it?

Jeremy: It's my wife Aelita. She's majored in Computer Science also. She knows just as much about computers and programs as I do...maybe even more. She said that's she willing to teach while I rest up.

Mr. Hamilton: That's sounds splendid. Tell her to meet me in my office tomorrow morning.

Jeremy: Thank you sir. Good-bye.

Aelita: Well?

Jeremy: He said it's alright. Just meet him in his office tomorrow morning.

Aelita: Thank you Jeremy. Now rest up.

Aelita walked out of the bedroom to allow Jeremy to rest. Meanwhile...

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?: Hmmm...this might work out rather well. Let's see if you warriors can stop me this time. Heh heh heh.

Kadic Academy-Principle's Office

The Next Day

*KNOCK KNOCK KNOCK*

Mr. Hamilton: ENTER!

Aelita: Uh...Mr. Hamilton?

Mr. Hamilton: Ah good morning madam. What can I do for you?

Aelita: My name's Aelita Belpois, Jeremy's wife.

Mr. Hamilton: Ah Mrs. Belpois. A pleasure to meet you. Come and sit.

Aelita: Thank you sir.

Aelita sat down in the open chair dressed in her business casual attire.

Mr. Hamilton: First off, I'm sorry to hear about your husband's illness and I do wish him a speedy recovery.

Aelita: Thank you sir.

Mr. Hamilton: Secondly, I hope you will find your teaching time here enjoyable.

Aelita: I'm sure I will sir. It feels kinda nice to be back at my old school.

Mr. Hamilton: You graduated here?

Aelita: 20 years ago. My husband and I graduated together. He was Valedictorian and I was Salutatory.

Mr. Hamilton: The more you know. Well, I'm sure that you know that layout of the building then. Jeremy's classroom is Room 431.

Aelita: Thank you sir. Have a nice day.

Aelita walked out of the office and towards her "temporary" classroom. Once there, she began to unpack her laptop and get herself ready for her first day. While she was organizing, Ulrich was walking down the hallway on his way towards the gym. He came up towards Jeremy's classroom and noticed the door was open.

Ulrich: Looks like Mr. Hamilton found a sub after all. Probably best not to bother them while they're still trying to get around things.

But as he walked past the room, he could have sworn he saw the color pink.

Ulrich: Hang on a second...

He quickly poked his head in the door frame and gasped as he saw a familiar pink haired woman sitting in Jeremy's chair.

Ulrich: AELITA?!

Aelita: Oh good morning Ulrich.

Aelita smile sweetly as Ulrich gathered his thoughts.

Ulrich: You're Jeremy's substitute?

Aelita: Surprise! He's not the only one who's majored in Computer Science.

Ulrich: When did this happen?

Aelita: Yesterday when he came home. I told him that I could teach his class while he's resting. He told me what he went over and what he has planned so I think I got it.

Ulrich: Well if you need any teaching advice, don't be afraid to ask.

Aelita: Thanks Ulrich. See you later.

A few minutes later, the bell rang and the Friday classes began. Aelita felt excited as she waited for her students. When they arrived, they were surprised to see her and not Jeremy. But one student who was particularly surprised was...

Matthew: What the...MRS. BELPOIS?!

Aelita: Good morning to you Matthew.

Matthew: Not to sound rude, but what are you doing here?

Aelita: Jeremy's caught a cold and won't be back for a few days. He agreed to let me teach while he's away.

Matthew: That's awesome! This just made my day a lot better.

Aelita giggled as Matthew and the rest of the students took their seats. However, unknown to them...

Lyoko-Ice Sector

XANA was on the offense yet again as a tower turned from blue to red. But something was different this time. In the factory, XANA's specter didn't come out at all. The tower was left unguarded. Meanwhile in the cafeteria, Matthew was talking about Aelita being his substitute.

Natalie: That's so cool!

Matthew: I know, she knows just as much as Mr. Belpois. Heck, she might know even more than him.

The gang laughed with Matthew. But the their laughter suddenly stopped, when they heard a familiar alarm coming for Matthew's laptop.

Mariah: Oh no not now.

Matthew: Sorry guys, but you know the drill. Let's find Mrs. Belpois.

So the gang got up from there seats and made their way towards Aelita. In her classroom, Aelita was enjoying her lunch. She found teaching a class in computers was quite fun.

Aelita: Maybe I should do this more often.

Her thoughts were suddenly interrupted when the gang burst in.

Aelita: What's wrong everyone?

Matthew opened his laptop and showed her the tower alert on the screen.

Aelita: Oh no...XANA.

Matthew: We'll need your help ma'am.

Aelita: Alright, let's go!

So Aelita led the gang outside and towards the sewers that led to the factory. A few minutes later, they arrived at the computer lab. Aelita began typing away at the keyboard.

Aelita: Looks like the tower is in the Ice Sector. Get to the scanner room, all of you. I'll meet up with you in a moment.

So the 6 young warriors descended down to the scanner room. Once there, Gary, Natalie, and Mariah took their place first.

Aelita: Transfer Gary. Transfer Natalie. Transfer Mariah. Scanner Gary. Scanner Natalie. Scanner Mariah. Virtualization!

Once the were virtualized, the scanner doors opened up again, and Matthew, Alexis, and Jonah took their place.

Aelita: Transfer Matthew. Transfer Alexis. Transfer Jonah. Scanner Matthew. Scanner Alexis. Scanner Jonah. Virtualization!

Soon all 6 young warriors dropped down into the Ice Sector and waited for Aelita to join them.

Aelita: Here I come everyone!

Aelita ran down to the scanner room while the countdown got closer to zero. She stepped inside the scanner just as time ran out. The scanner doors closed and moments later, she was virtualized.

Lyoko-Ice Sector

A moment later, Aelita dropped down between the young warriors.

Aelita: The tower is not too far down that way. Sorry I couldn't bring your vehicles. I didn't enough time.

Gary: That's alright ma'am. Now let's go!

Aelita led the gang through icy sector towards the tower. Surprisingly enough, they reached it in no time at all. But what was enough more surprising was...

Jonah: Do you guys find it weird that there's no monsters anywhere?

Alexis: I don't. I call it a blessing.

Matthew: Jonah does have a point though. Stay on your toes people.

They arrived at the tower easily and Aelita went inside while the gang waited for her. They still weren't sure why they didn't see any of XANA's monsters.

Gary: This is weird. Where the heck are they?

Suddenly, they heard a strange screeching sound. It was coming from behind the tower.

Matthew: What's that noise?

Natalie: I don't know, but I don't like it.

The gang drew their weapons ready to attack.

Matthew: Wherever you are, come out and show yourself!

Suddenly, from the behind the tower floated 6 orange glowing spheres that looked like balls of fire. They floated slowly towards the warriors, who were now backing away in fear.

Alexis: What the heck are those?!

Matthew: Let's find out. ATTACK!

The 6 warriors charged at each of the spheres. They struck their weapons against its surface, but did nothing. The spheres stay unharmed. The gang were now really scared.

Gary: Uhh...now what mate?

Matthew: Only thing I can think of is...RETREAT!

The gang took off away from the orange spheres as fast as they could. But the spheres were hot on their tail and closing fast. The gang looked back and could see them closing in. They tried to run faster but couldn't. The spheres were just inches away from them. Meanwhile in the tower, Aelita was just about to enter Code: Lyoko, when suddenly, the interface disappeared.

Aelita: What?

Then, she felt XANA's energy in the tower disappear also.

Aelita: The tower just deactivated itself. What's going on?

Gang: AHHHHHHHHHH!

Aelita: *gasp* That was the young warriors!

Aelita quickly exited the tower, only to find the gang had vanished.

Aelita: What's happening? Where did they go?

Suddenly, she heard the same screeching sound as well. A sound she had heard before. Chills ran down her spine as she figured out what it was.

Aelita: No...no it can't be that.

Aelita turned around and sure enough, it was.

Aelita: THE GUARDIAN!

Aelita could do nothing against it. The Guardian made one quick swipe at Aelita as it consumed her before floating away from the now deactivated tower. Meanwhile in the factory, a bright white light emitted itself from the HoloMap without any assistance whatsoever. The light consumed everything and faded away moments later.

Now there's a surprise attack right there. Am I right? Anyway, I hope you all enjoyed this somewhat late posting chapter. Sorry if it was late. Had a little trouble trying to put the ideas together, but I hope that it was good enough for you all as my viewers to enjoy. So if you did enjoy, leave a review, follow and favorite, and spread the story around to your friends and fellow FanFiction mates. More to come soon!

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