Bold – action within speaking form

Italics – flashbacks

"…" – talking

'…' – thinking

Bold/Italics – change of scenery

Bold/Underline/Italics – more emphasis when someone says something or something is realized by another person

Underline/Italics – minor Japanese words used within the story (also, lazy to translate XP)

Disclaimers: This is a crossover between Sailor Moon and Code Lyoko. I do not own these two shows. Sailor Moon is written by Naoko Takeuchi in manga form and aired as a series by Toei Animation and TV Asahi in Japan and by Kodansha Comics in North America. Code Lyoko is created by Thomas Romain and Tania Palumbo and aired as a series the Moon Scoop Group for France 3 in France and by Cartoon Network in North America.

"SHE'S WHAT," thundered throughout Kadic Academy.

"Haruka," chided Michiru, "That is NO reason to yell at them."

"But, Michi," whined Haruka, "They lost our hime!"

"And, I am sure that they were trying their best when they were also fighting a Youma," reasoned Michiru who had a disappointed look on her face.

"Go, Michi-mama," murmured Hotaru who was heard only by the Lyoko gang.

Once the Lyoko gang and Hotaru found out about Usagi's kidnapping, the six looked at each other on who would be telling the three other Outers. Hotaru mumbled about them being chicken as she took out her lavender communicator. Pressing a button that had Pluto's symbol on it, the Lyoko gang gathered around Hotaru. They really should ask if they could also get a nifty communicator like the other Senshi sometime. It wasn't long that Setsuna answered them, and it wasn't long that the others cringed when even Haruka's shout was heard throughout Kadic through the communicator. "So, where do you think they have taken the hime," asked Setsuna.

"Well, according to my calculations," said Jeremie, "The best bet is within Lyoko itself. X.A.N.A. is a computer virus. It doesn't really have a body. If we want to defeat X.A.N.A., otherwise known as Chaos, we have to be IN Lyoko to fight it."

"Have you had to fight Youma within Lyoko," asked Michiru, "I remember Ulrich and Usagi telling us about this."

"I told you about it too," piped up Odd, "Ulrich, Usagi, and I have fought Youma while the others fought X.A.N.A.'s monsters. We three were just sneaky about it."

"Did your powers work," asked a curious Setsuna.

"Yup," said Ulrich, "Surprised the first time though. Didn't know that our powers COULD transfer within Lyoko as well."

The Outers looked at each other and weren't all that surprised. Their planetary powers, no matter where they were, always followed them because it was ingrained within their bodies, their souls. Hotaru, since she was with the Lyoko warriors, explained that due to the planetary powers being imbedded within their very essence, the powers would follow no matter where they were. It was a part of them, just digitized within Lyoko. The Lyoko warriors looked on in surprise as Jeremie took out his laptop and started to type what Hotaru was saying to them. "Thank you for that wonderful explanation," said a sarcastic Haruka, "But, let's focus on koneko please."

"Sorry, Haruka-papa," said Hotaru.

"It's fine, Hotaru," said Haruka who's eyes soften, "I'm just worried about…"

"I know," said Hotaru, "Me too."

"So, what do we know so far," asked Yumi.

"We know that Chaos doesn't really have a body if we are going the motion of him taking over X.A.N.A.," said Aelita.

"And, we know that our powers work within Lyoko," said Ulrich.

"So, we take the battle to him and find Usagi in Lyoko," said Jeremie finally.

"We'll all meet you at the factory then," said Setsuna.

Nodding their heads, Hotaru closed her communicator and looked at the Lyoko warriors. All five of them were worried for Usagi, especially Ulrich. She knew that this was going to be a battle that may or may not end in death. She really didn't want to be the one to tell them all about it, but she WAS the only seasoned Senshi around. Raising her hand up, Hotaru stopped the five from rushing towards the abandoned factory. "What's up," asked Odd.

"Yeah, Hotaru," said Yumi, "We have to get to the factory."

"Before you go, this is your ultimate decision," said Hotaru.

"Ultimate decision," asked Aelita.

"Yes," said Hotaru, "Being a Senshi doesn't always mean protecting Usagi-hime and having cool powers like you think. When you are a Senshi, you need to be prepared to go within the final battle as if it's your LAST battle on Earth. I am not going to sugarcoat this for you because you heard our stories and you fought the same Youma that we have. There is no easy way to say this, but when we go into Lyoko, we WILL die."

"Heavy," muttered Odd.

"Why do you think that," asked a defensive Yumi.

"Because I HAVE been there," said Hotaru, "The dying to an evil being. Within Lyoko, Chaos is the one who controls it. When you go in, there will be NO de-virtualization, NO second chances, NO return-to-the-past, and NO getting out of this."

"B-But, you have been given a new life all the time," said Aelita.

"But this time, I am not sure that we all will make it out," said Hotaru, "We already told you that Chaos is THE ultimate evil. During that final battle, all of us were prepared to DIE for Usagi-hime, even if it broke her heart. Are YOU prepared to die in this battle? This is your chance to back out right now before you go into Lyoko once more."

As Hotaru ended her concerns, the Lyoko warriors were staring at her. They could tell that she was worried about them because it was their FIRST and maybe final time fighting an evil that could potentially kill them. Hotaru sighed as she looked at her watch. Her so-called explanation wasn't that great, but at least it slowed the Lyoko warriors down some. Hotaru ushered the five towards the factory just as William stepped out of the building to see if it was safe. William saw the six leave the school grounds, and curiously, he followed them. With the five Lyoko warriors, they were in deep thought while being herded towards the factory by Hotaru. Jeremie could remember the first time meeting Usagi…

- Jeremie's Flashback –

"Belpois," called the PA system, "Belpois, please report to the principal's office."

Jeremie blinked as he heard his last name over the PA system. The other kids around him were wondering what he did wrong as he passed them by. Reaching the principal's office, Jeremie looked very nervous. He knew that he didn't do anything wrong, and if it was an X.A.N.A. attack… well, he DID have his phone on him. He knocked on the door and waited for someone to call him in. Hearing a Come in! from the principal, Jeremie opened the door, not realizing what he would expect. "Ah, Belpois," said the principal, "How nice of you to join us."

"Us," asked a confused Jeremie.

"Why yes," said the principal, "It seems as though your cousin and her friend just got in and are eager to meet you."

"M-My cousin," stuttered Jeremie.

The principal motioned towards two girls from the side. The blonde stepped out and Jeremie could just see the sadness within her beautiful silver-blue eyes. Bowing, the blonde introduced herself, in English, as Usagi Tsukino, his cousin. Another girl stepped out as her purple eyes looked straight at Jeremie. He could tell that this girl, this friend of his cousin's, was judging him. Nodding her head, she bowed and introduced herself as Hotaru Tomoe. "Welcome to Kadic, cousin," said Jeremie with a smile.

"Thank you," said Usagi, "So… can you show us around?"

When Jeremie nodded, he saw the happiest smile Usagi could have shown him as her eyes lit up. With that in mind, Jeremie vowed to make sure that Usagi's light would not dim at Kadic Academy.

- End Jeremie's Flashback –

While Jeremie was reminiscing on his first meeting with his so-called cousin and all the other instances they were together, Aelita was remembering something with Usagi…

- Aelita's Flashback –

"Aelita," asked Usagi as she slowly approached the girl.

"Oh, Usagi," said Aelita.

Usagi tilted her head curiously as she sat down on the bench Aelita was sitting on. The moon wasn't full at all, but it was still shining just as bright. Aelita, for her part, looked like a mess. It seemed as though she was thinking about something and was sad. Usagi, with all of her heart, never liked seeing her friends sad and was determined to make Aelita happy again. "What's wrong," asked Usagi.

"You know about Lyoko right," asked Aelita.

"Yes," said Usagi, "What's this about Lyoko? Is it about X.A.N.A.?"

"No," said Aelita, "Not really. I just found out that my father is also within Lyoko."

"Eh," exclaimed Usagi incredulously.

Aelita giggled at Usagi's expression before sobering up. She then started to tell Usagi all about her father… well, whatever she COULD remember about him. She told Usagi the first time the Lyoko gang found out that he was ALIVE and INSIDE the world of Lyoko. She also told Usagi about Jeremie trying to figure out how to get her father OUT. However, as she was explaining, her expression looked so sad that Usagi was sad as well. "I-I'm trying to be strong, but what if we can't get him out," asked Aelita.

"Now, don't think like that," said Usagi gently, "It's great that you know that your father is still alive. Besides, you shouldn't worry because if your father is still alive and kicking while also helping you all, then you know he's fighting to reunite with you as well."

"T-That's true," said Aelita as she wiped some tears away from her face.

"Mhm," said Usagi, "Besides, you should always cherish those precious memories you DO remember about your kind father. Just stay positive because I'm sure that we will help you get your father out… in due time of course."

Aelita looked at Usagi in surprise as she heard her advice. Smiling, Aelita nodded to herself that she would cherish those fond memories. Pulling Usagi up, Aelita directed the two into the kitchen late at night to sneak in some ice cream. It really DID call for some ice cream because it looked like Usagi was holding back HER tears too.

- End Aelita's Flashback –

'I think that was the time Usagi was also remembering her dead father too,' thought Aelita sadly, 'And, she was so selfless to just watch out for my heart instead of hers.'

While Aelita was thinking about that and all the precious moments she had with Usagi, Yumi was remembering a time with Usagi…

- Yumi's Flashback –

"Oh," said a frustrated Yumi.

Yumi was shifting through her belongings to try to find something of hers. She knew that she had placed it within her backpack, but somehow it wasn't there. Another flashback reminded her that before leaving the house, she was arguing with Hiroki, her younger brother. Yumi clenched her fist as she realized that her younger brother took whatever she placed in her backpack after she stormed off to finish getting ready for the day. "That little…," started Yumi.

"Lost something," asked Usagi's voice.

"Huh," asked Yumi as she turned to see Usagi behind her, "Oh, it's just you, Usagi."

"That's my name," said Usagi, "But, really. Did you lose something?"

"Yeah," said Yumi, "And I know that my annoying little brother took it."

Usagi giggled as she thought about all the other times Shingo took her things, too. She couldn't, however, hide her sadden eyes from Yumi. Yumi caught her gaze as Usagi giggled. She could tell that Usagi was sad about something until she remembered that Jeremie told her that Usagi had a little brother as well. Yumi grabbed her backpack and took Usagi's hand. "Wanna talk about… well… your brother," asked Yumi.

"The pain will still be there though," said Usagi uncertainly.

"And time heals all wounds," said Yumi, "It just takes time."

Usagi smiled gently at Yumi as the two started to walk to a private area, Usagi brattling on about what Shingo, her little brother, would always do to get on her nerves. However, it was Usagi's last sentence at the end of their bonding day that got Yumi to consider her little brother. "Even though little brothers are a pain," said Usagi, "We love them just as much. Just be glad to have time with them and appreciate them… yet, sometimes though. Wouldn't want them to have a big ego."

"Nope," laughed Yumi, "Little brothers having big egos would be a nightmare."

"Exactly," laughed along Usagi.

- End Yumi's Flashback –

After that experience, Yumi seldom showed her little brother, Hiroki, that she did appreciate him. After that experience, Yumi and Usagi spent some times with Aelita together and had a girl's day. Those girls' days, however, sometimes had Hotaru who may or may not have been out to help the Outers or not. As Yumi saw all the fun times she had with Usagi before the Senshi business, Odd was having his own flashback…

- Odd's Flashback –

"Come on, Kiwi," said Odd, "Time for your walk."

Odd finally got to stay by himself over the weekend. However, what was rare was that when he came out of the school, he saw Usagi laying on the green grass and enjoying the sun. She didn't even have a jacket on in the fall weather either. Kiwi, seeing a new person, ran towards Usagi as Odd tried to stop his dog. Usagi, for her part, was surprised to feel licks on her face. Yelping in surprise, Usagi sat up and cuddled the dog. "Sorry about that," said Odd.

"No worries," said Usagi, "This dog is adorable!"

"Isn't he," asked Odd.

"But," said Usagi, "I thought dogs weren't allowed?"

Odd sheepishly rubbed the back of his neck at what Usagi asked. Odd eventually told Usagi that he had the dog at Kadic before X.A.N.A. woke up. Usagi smiled at Odd's explanation and said that she wouldn't tell the school administrators. Odd sighed in relief as he sat right next to Usagi. It has been the weekend after he gotten his powers, but since the others were away at their houses, Aelita being invited to one, Odd thought he was alone until seeing Usagi. "So, hime," teased Odd, "Why are you away from your knights?"

"Ah," said Usagi, "Just needed to get away from them once in a while. They are TOO protective of me, especially with Chaos on the loose."

"So, you needed breathing room," said Odd.

"That," said Usagi, "And, I kind of lied to them that I had to do some extra tutoring at school."

"Bet Miss Haruka wasn't thrilled with that," chuckled Odd.

"Nope," giggled Usagi, "You should see her having a temper tantrum when I pulled rank, too."

Odd laughed as Usagi giggled. Calming down, Kiwi jumped in front of Usagi with sad eyes and a red ball in his mouth. Usagi took the ball and started to throw the ball as Odd watched the interaction. Maybe in that moment, Usagi felt more familial to him, like Odd was watching HIS little sister instead of a friend play with his dog.

- End Odd's Flashback –

'And, I still stand by what I thought about Usagi,' thought Odd, 'She's like the sister that I never had... well, excluding Aelita of course.'

Thinking on all the times Usagi encouraged Odd to do his work or if both played pranks on the other students, Odd's eyes held a determined glint. He would be getting Usagi back no matter what. As that thought went through his mind, Ulrich was having one of his flashback…

- Ulrich's Flashback –

"Are you alright, Usagi," asked Ulrich.

"Not really," said Usagi.

Ulrich nodded as he motioned for Usagi to his side. Usagi, taking that invite, jumped onto Ulrich's bed and snuggled close to his heat. Ulrich flushed but still wrapped his arms around Usagi. Something must have made Usagi look so concern. He knew that Usagi was still worried about him being hurt by being her newest protector, but that was still his choice. Using one of his hands, he gently turned Usagi's face up to look him in the eye. "Will you tell me what's got you down," asked Ulrich.

"Remember the dance and how we were interrupted by Jupiter," asked Usagi.

"Yes," said Ulrich.

"Well, we don't even know if that return-to-the-past function really got those Inner Senshi shadows to NOT exist," said Usagi, "And I'm worried that if they ARE still alive that when you are fighting as der Mond (Moon),you will get hurt or die from them."

"So, it's not that I'm just your protector," said Ulrich, "But, it's that you are worried that these shadows are still alive."

"It's both," said Usagi.

Ulrich sighed as he just pulled Usagi closer. He can't really reassure her that he might hurt all over, or worse, die, but he could try. Ulrich took a deep breath and told Usagi that he chose to become her protector, no strings attached. He wanted to be the one that Usagi could depend on. When Usagi started to interrupt, Ulrich covered her mouth with his hand. He smirked when he felt Usagi pout behind the hand. Ulrich then told Usagi that he knew Usagi depended on him, but to him, he wasn't doing enough. "I can still see the sadness in your eyes whenever you talk about your past," said Ulrich, "I also… kind of… spied on you brattling on about your little brother to Yumi or when you were out at night and found Aelita."

"Stalker," teased Usagi.

"Not really," said a blushing Ulrich, "But, when you were doing that or hanging out with Odd or Jeremie as well, I could still see that sliver of sadness. So, if it takes to be your protector against your sadness, then so be it."

"If you die because of me," said Usagi, "Then, you're just adding to that sadness."

"Well, I can't promise that I wouldn't die or anything IF we go up to that big baddie you have," said Ulrich, "But, I can at least promise to try and be careful so that I DON'T add to that sadness."

"That's all I ask," said Usagi as she snuggled more into Ulrich's arms.

- End Ulrich's Flashback –

'I think that was when my feelings for her grew more,' thought Ulrich, 'I just want to stop her from having that stupid sadness in her beautiful eyes. That sadness shouldn't be there, if at all.'

Ulrich clenched his fist as he began to run alongside Hotaru instead. He made a promise to be Usagi's protector, and he wasn't going to fail. He was going to save his love as his eyes narrowed in determination. All of the Lyoko warriors and Hotaru finally made it to the old factory where Haruka, Setsuna, and Michiru were waiting patiently for them. Well, Michiru and Setsuna were waiting patiently. Haruka was pacing back and forth like a furious lioness. "Finally," exclaimed Haruka, "What took so long?"

"I gave them… the talk," said Hotaru.

"Hotaru-chan," exclaimed Michiru.

"I am just trying to minimize the sadness that WILL happen to our hime, Michiru-mama," defended Hotaru.

"I know," said Michiru, "But, I just wish we didn't HAVE to do that."

"So, you have made your decision," asked Setsuna calmly.

"I am Gādian Yupitera (Jupiter Guardian)," said Aelita with conviction in her dark green-black eyes, "And, if this will end X.A.N.A. forever, then I am going."

"I am Kasei No Gādian (Mars Guardian)," said Yumi as her brown-black eyes narrowed, "I have always sworn to defeat X.A.N.A. since forever, and if this is the last battle, I am not leaving my friends behind like a coward."

"I am Gādian Du Mercure (Mercury Guardian)," said Jeremie with determination in his blue eyes, "Let's get my cousin back."

"Technically, she's not your cousin," reminded Setsuna.

"She's as good as my cousin," said Jeremie, "And, some sick psycho kidnapped her. I'm going into Lyoko and saving her."

"Same as me," said Odd, "Usagi became somewhat like a little sister to me, just like Aelita. And as Gādian di Venere (Venus Guardian), I'm going to get her back to where she belongs while kicking X.A.N.A.'s butt."

"Ulrich," asked Hotaru.

"Usagi… she's something special," said Ulrich, "And, she made this last adventure crazy, but enjoyable. She… she also stole my heart. Ulrich blushes. As Gādian der Mond (Protector of the Moon), I swore to her that I would always protect her. I feel like I failed when she kidnapped. So, my decision is to go and getting my love back from Chaos and defeat it once and for all."

All of the Senshi looked at Ulrich in surprise as he declared that he has feelings for Usagi right then and there. He also went far as to call Usagi his love. Hotaru smirked as Odd exclaimed that he knew it all along. Jeremie nodded his head that he approved of Ulrich being with Usagi. Yumi, who had time to sort out HER feelings, smiled in happiness while Aelita clasped her hands together. The Outers nodded in approval that all of the Lyoko warriors were willing to go into Lyoko and fight for Usagi. Before Setsuna could tell them all to transform, a new voice was heard behind the group. "You guys are the Senshi," exclaimed a surprised but familiar male voice.

"William," exclaimed Yumi as she turned to see him behind them.

"How long have you've been there," asked Ulrich with narrowed eyes.

"Uh… been following you guys since you left the school," said William truthfully.

"Ah geez," groaned Odd, "It's William becoming our ally and maybe turning evil all over again."

AN: I just HAD to have William there for this final battle. ㅋㅋ Can't help that I had to set up Yumi and William together. Need a happy ending for Yumi as well, ne? (^_~) And aww… Ulrich FINALLY admits that he has feelings for Usagi. Hopefully, Ulrich will be in time to tell her and get together with her. =P Anyways, yes. The Outers gave the Lyoko warriors a last minute ultimate decision to go and save Usagi even when all of them KNOW that they may not make it. But, since it's my story… well, you just have to read the rest of the chapters to come to know if they all make it out of this alive or not. (^^); Happy reading and see ya next chapter! 8D