Chapter 13: Divide and Conquer

After first entering the Tower, Team Possible found themselves within a long corridor. The only other door besides the front entrance was a pair of sliding doors at the other end. A TV monitor hung above the doors.

The team was gathered around SITCH as Wade related what he and Larry had found out through the head's monitor. "Our initial scan of the Tower has provided us with much information. Pay attention to this hologram," said Wade.

The holographic projector within the head of SITCH started up and soon produced a layout of the entire Tower. The head then turned around to reveal Larry. "It seems that the Tower is composed of several singular rooms stacked on top of one another. We'll have to do some more scans if we want to find out how many bad guys are on each floor. But we do have some good news," said Larry. "That's the only kind of news that we want to hear in this sitch. What is it, guys?" asked Kim.

"A tech scan revealed something big on the top floor. It's a giant ray gun. We scanned the specs and it turns out that this is what we're looking for," said Wade as the screen swiveled back to him. "The weapon that the Legion used to make naked mole rats the dominant species of this planet?" asked Ron. "Yes. Just get SITCH up there and we'll handle the rest," said Wade. "Oh nuts," said Rufus. "Now Rufus, I know you're glad that your kind now runs the world. But it's just not meant to be, buddy," said Ron to his hairless pal.

"Well, what are we waiting for? Let's pry those doors open and get up there!" exclaimed Big Mike as he moved toward the sliding doors. "Time to see if the strength-boosting feature of these Omni-Gauntlets works," he said as he cracked his knuckles. He was about to attempt to pry the doors open when all of a sudden, the TV monitor above switched on. "Hold it, Big Mike. Something's going on," said Kim.

After a few moments of static, a familiar face appeared on the screen. It was the face of a teen that had deceived many on national TV. It was Adrena-Lynn.

"What will they do next? Today, we have Kim Possible, Ron Stoppable and an assortment of obvious newbies ready to take on a mighty of gauntlet of her worst foes. Freaky!" announced the evil teen.

"Cut the theatrics, Adrena-Lynn. Just let us in so we can get this over with," said Kim. "Patience, Kimmie. If you want in, you'll listen to me first. I'll have you know that it was I who created the idea of the Tower as the ultimate deathtrap for you and your team. My knack for inventing dangerous situations secured me a place within the mighty Legion of Villainy. I may have faked extreme stunts and situations on TV. But thanks to Dr. Drakken, my situations are now as real and freaky as can be," said Adrena-Lynn. "Are you done bragging yet?" asked Matt. "No. I could go on a lot more if I wished. But if all of you are just itching to get your butts kicked, then come on in. Come meet your first opponent," said Adrena-Lynn as the monitor shut off and the doors opened.

"Don't you just hate it when villains start those long ridiculous monologues? I mean, it just gives time for the good guys to escape," said Ron. "Now there's a question for the ages, Ron," said Anne.

The team walked through the door and beheld a surprising sight. It was as if they had stepped outside. They found themselves amidst a multitude of grassy knolls. A few flags were among the knolls as well as a few sandpits. The walls were painted to look like the scenery and the ceiling was painted sky blue.

"Notice the theme here, KP?" asked Ron. "Definitely. This is definitely the perfect setting for…" Kim stopped as a loud yell interrupted her.

"Fore!" yelled a voice. The team looked up and saw a golf ball flying through the air toward them. "Incoming!" yelled Kim as the team dove in different directions just before the golf ball hit. It exploded the moment it hit the ground.

"Is everybody all right?" asked Kim. Everyone nodded. Then they all looked up and saw a giant object hovering toward them. It looked like the bottom half of a golf ball. And standing on it, wearing an evil grin on his bearded face, was the rogue golfer himself: Duff Killigan.

"Welcome Kim Possible and company to me Driving Range of Doom!" announced Killigan. "Driving Range of Doom? How corny can you get?" chuckled Monique to Will. Will chuckled a bit himself. "Oh you think it's funny, lassie? Well, prepare to face the wrath of the world's most dangerous golfer!" yelled Killigan as he pulled back his club and hit another golf ball right toward Monique.

Monique screamed. "Get down!" yelled Will as he pushed her out of the way the same time Matt charged in. He had his ninja staff out halfway. Using it, he batted the golf ball away from them. It exploded against a knoll.

"Are you okay?" asked Will. "I am. Thanks," said Monique with a loving look in her eye. "My pleasure," said Will as he returned that loving look.

"You know Killigan, you support everything I've ever said about golf. That golf is evil!" said Matt defiantly. That one comment got Killigan really steamed. "You're going to eat those words, laddie. Time to teach you a little respect for the noble sport of golf. Fore!" yelled Killigan as he started to hit his golf balls toward Matt. Matt ran across the knolls while batting them away. Killigan seemed to have forgotten about Kim and the others as he focused entirely on paying Matt back for his degrading comment. He chased after Matt on top of his hovering golf ball.

"Well, Matt's got his hands full now so what do we do?" asked Big Mike. Suddenly, the Kimmunicator beep came from Kim's Omni-Gauntlet. Kim answered it and it was Matt. "I'll keep Killigan occupied. You guys go on ahead without me. I'll meet up with you later," said Matt. "So not, Matt. We're not leaving you alone, not on your first mission," said Kim. "Kim, trust me. I can handle this. Just go!" exclaimed Matt. Kim sighed and then smiled. "Okay, Matt. Just watch out for the sandpits. Knowing Killigan, they're undoubtedly quicksand traps. And Matt? Thanks for all you've done. Catch you later," said Kim as she turned off the communication option on her Omni-Gauntlet.

"We're going on without him," said Kim. "Girl, you sure about this?" asked Monique. "Not really. But I guess we'll have to respect his wishes. Come on!" said Kim.

Team Possible, minus Matt, ran across the knolls, avoiding the sand traps and hoping that Killigan wouldn't see them. It wasn't long before they saw an opening in the wall leading to an upward staircase. They ran through the opening and started to climb the staircase.

The staircase only went up one floor and soon, Team Possible walked into a new room. This room was way different than Killigan's room. This one looked like a wrestling stadium. It had a large square ring complete with ropes and turnbuckles surrounded by empty stands. And standing in the middle of the ring were three figures. One was Senor Senior Sr.. He was wearing a black and white striped jacket over his usual attire. The other two were Senor Senior Jr. and the Jackal. They were flexing their muscles. Senor Senior Sr. walked to the edge which Kim and her team was closest too.

"I didn't expect you'd get past Killigan so quickly. Then again, you probably left one of your rookies to tangle with him, didn't you, Miss Possible?" asked Senor Senior Sr.. "None of your business, Senor," said Kim. "It's a shame I didn't get into the villainy game earlier in my life. But it doesn't matter. Which one of you would like to do battle with the Egyptian king of the ring, the Jackal and his partner, my beloved son?" asked the Spanish billionaire.

"I'll take you up on that offer," said Big Mike as he climbed into the ring. "Careful, Big Mike. Junior's not much of a threat. But the Jackal's superhumanly strong," said Ron. "Well so am I. At least with these Omni-Gauntlets added to my own strength. I'll pulverize that puppy and that over-tanned dweeb," said Big Mike.

"Go for the amulet on his neck. That's his weak spot," whispered Kim. "Just leave him to me. While I keep him busy, make a break for the next floor," whispered Big Mike back. "Big Mike, no! I already feel bad enough leaving Matt to Killigan. I'm even worried that the Dukes won't be able to keep Wade and Larry safe from the Bebes outside," said Kim. "Plus you're outnumbered," added Monique.

"I'll be fine. I think this might have to be the way we'll have to do it. If we have to tangle with one or two of these nuts on every floor, the best thing is for one of us to deal with them while the others continue with the mission. In regards to being outnumbered, it's like Stoppable said. The Jackal's the only real threat. After I take him out, the dweeb and his father will be easy. So get a move on, Possible," said Big Mike as he walked to the center of the ring.

"So you're our challenger. Very well. In this corner, we have the unbeatable tag team of the Jackal and Junior!" announced Senor Senior Sr.. The Jackal struck a battle pose as Junior climbed out of the ring. "I'll be waiting for you to tag me when you need to, Jackie," said Junior. "That's Jackal! And I don't need your help so don't count on me tagging you," growled the Jackal. "Fine with me," said Junior as he sat down on a folding chair.

"And in this corner, an obvious newcomer to Kim Possible's team…what is your name, son?" asked Senor Senior Sr.. "The name's Big Mike. That's all you need to know," said Big Mike. "Ah okay. Big Mike, ladies and gentlemen! Let the fight begin!" announced the Senor as a bell rang and he climbed out of the ring.

"Prepare to face the unrivaled might of the Jackal!" yelled the Jackal. "Bring it on, Dog-Man!" said Big Mike. The Jackal charged at Big Mike and soon the two oversized humans were grappling with each other. It turned out that the Omni-Gauntlets had boosted Big Mike's strength enough so the Jackal's superhuman power was evenly matched.

Big Mike managed to get the upper hand and throw the Jackal into the wires. Like a typical wrestler, the Jackal rebounded off the wires and charged toward his opponent. He stuck out his arm ready to clothesline Big Mike. He succeeded and Big Mike hit the ground. But he managed to get up and continue his fight before the Jackal could pin him.

In the meantime, Kim led the others around the ring while the two wrestlers brawled. The elder Senior was too preoccupied with the fight and Junior didn't seem to noticed. They made it to the other side and headed for the stairs.

On the landing between the two floors, Wade piped up, "Kim, I've got some more information from the scans." "What've you got, Wade?" asked Kim. The hologram of the Tower appeared from SITCH's head and Larry took over. "Further scans have informed us of the presence of life forms on each floor. There are two on the ground floor and four on the second floor. The third floor has three and the top floor has two. There's a multitude on the fourth and fifth floors so expect a whole bunch of enemies on those floors," said Larry. "Just great. We're already short two people," said Kim. "We just got to trust them Kim. Anyway, we know that the two on the ground floor are Matt and Killigan and the four on the second are Big Mike, the Seniors and the Jackal. We know that the six between floors one and two are you guys. It'll take further scans to determine who or what these other life forms are. Just keep going," said Wade.

"Thanks for the info, Wade and Larry. How are the Dukes holding up out there?" asked Kim. "They're still fighting, cousin. But they're holding out pretty well," said Larry.

Kim looked worried. "Kim, chill!" said Ron. "How do you expect me to be calm about this? We're in one giant deathtrap and I feel responsible for all of you. Now two of our members are locked in life-or-death struggles with enemies they've never faced before," said Kim. "Kim, it's okay. You don't need to feel responsible for us," said Anne. "We all knew the risks involved when we agreed to join you on this mission. We did it because we wanted to help," said Monique. "Whatever happens, Kim, if we have to face some of the villains on our own, we'll do it because we know we will try our best and win," said Will.

Kim smiled at her team. "You guys are right. I shouldn't be so worried. One part of being the leader of a team is knowing when to trust your teammates. And if Big Mike and Matt believed they could beat their adversaries, then we have to believe in them and in each other should we have to do the same. Come on! Let's conquer those baddies," commanded Kim.

"Now that sounds like the Kim I know and…well, it's good to see you've got your spirit back," said Ron. "Ron, were you about to say…" began Kim. "Kim, now is not the time and place," interrupted Ron.

The remaining team members climbed up the stairs up to the next floor and soon entered into another themed room. This room was decorated in the style of a medieval throne room. The walls were painted to look like gray brick and shields, tapestries and banners hung from them. A row of armored suits lined the sides of the room. A red carpet was rolled down the center of the floor leading up to a wooden throne. And sitting on the throne, dressed in a ridiculous pink princess costume complete with conical hat was Adrena-Lynn.

"Adrena-Lynn!" exclaimed Kim. "Welcome to the third floor, Kim Possible. Although, according to my original plan, you wouldn't have made it here this soon. But you never had much respect for us bad guys' plans, did you? You just had to leave someone else to tangle with our allies while you continued your ascent," asked Adrena-Lynn. "Look, we're not really interested in sticking to your plans, you faker. But I've got to admit the whole tower idea with the various themed rooms is a nice touch," said Ron. "Ron! What have I told you about complimenting villainous plots?" asked Kim.

"Besides, looks like the Legion blew it with the theme on this room. I mean, no offense Adrena-Lynn, but the whole medieval thing really isn't your theme," said Monique. "I actually think I'd make the perfect princess. But this isn't my level. It's theirs," said Adrena-Lynn motioning behind her throne.

Stepping out from behind the throne were two armored men. One carried a mace. The other carried a quarterstaff. It was the Knights of Rodeghan. "Now they fit in," said Ron.

"Faithful knights, heed the words of your extreme princess. Crush them in the freakiest way," said Adrena-Lynn. "With pleasure," said the Mace Knight as he and his counterpart advanced toward Kim and her comrades. "So Kim Possible, are you going to leave another teammate to do battle with not one, but two adversaries?" asked Adrena-Lynn evilly.

"So not the drama, Adrena-Lynn. If one of us wants to take them on, then I'm perfectly fine with that. Okay team. Who wants to take on the Knights?" asked Kim. "I will. I'll show that bragging liar what Team Possible is all about," said Monique as she stepped forward. "You sure?" asked Kim. "I've got my gymnastic skill and a great bulk of what all of you have taught me. Plus, if worse comes to worse, I'll use the gadgets in the Omni-Gauntlets," said Monique. "Okay. Just watch your back," said Kim. "You got it," said Monique.

"Be careful, Monique," said Will. "I will," said Monique. Then she pulled Will into a hug that he promptly returned. Monique then let Will go and then faced the oncoming Knights.

The Quarterstaff Knight swung his quarterstaff. Monique ducked and rolled to the side only to roll back when the Mace Knight brought his mace down toward her. She then did a leg sweep and tripped up the Quarterstaff Knight. His armor clanged as he fell to the ground. The Mace Knight then swung his mace at her. But she jumped backward.

"Feel free to proceed at any minute, Kim," said Monique. "Oh right. Let's go," said Kim as the remainder of her team that only consisted of two boys, a girl and naked mole rat ran past Monique and the Knights toward the doorway behind Adrena-Lynn's throne.

Shortly after the rest went through, a cruel voice called out, "Oh Kimmie!" Kim turned around and saw Adrena-Lynn standing with her back to Monique and the Knights. "You can go on. But are you sure you want to leave her alone to face these two? She's obviously the weakest link of the group. She's even weaker than Stoppable. She's barely attacking," said Adrena-Lynn with a cruel smirk.

Kim said nothing. She just bit her lip and ran off through the doorway. Ron, Will and Anne followed her as began to climb the staircase. "Just remember Kimmie! We'll be right behind you once we deal with her! Freaky!" called Adrena-Lynn's voice.

After ascending the staircase, they came to the next room. And upon the sight of it, Ron began to quiver madly.

The room was made to look like a summer camp. A summer camp stuck in the middle of a swamp. A vine-covered, rundown cabin labeled '13' was in the middle of the room and the floor was covered in mud and various-sized pools of greenish water were scattered about.

"This is so much like my nightmares of camp," said Ron. "It's definitely more like your account of Camp Wannaweep than the real thing. Having been there myself, I knew you were exaggerating a lot. Be careful where you step. We don't know how deep those pools are or if that is actually water," said Kim.

"Oh it's water alright. Water from my lake!" said a voice from behind them. Kim, Ron, Will, Anne and SITCH turned around. There was nobody there. But one of the pools was rippling. As if something had arisen but just dove under. "Three guesses who that was and the first two don't count," said Kim.

Then they heard another splash. They turned around and beheld the horrible mutant from Lake Wannaweep: Gill.

"So squeeb, how are you, your girlfriend and your amateur team holding out?" asked Gill. "She's not my girlfriend!" yelled Ron stepping forward with intentions to kick the fish-boy's butt so hard. Kim held him back. "Easy, Ron. He's just trying to get you mad," said Kim.

"You know I'd really like to be the one to plaster you to the wall with my slime, Stoppable. But as it turns out, there's someone who hates you even more than me. I didn't think it was possible for you to make anyone else's life more miserable than mine. But I was wrong and he's waiting for you on the next floor," said Gill. "You're talking about Monkey Fist, right?" asked Ron. "Correct. So if you would leave me someone else to tangle with like you've done on all the other floors, I'll gladly let you through. Not that it will make any difference. Once I'm through, I'll came right behind you and encase you in my muck!" threatened Gill.

"I'll fight you here and then Monkey Fist!" yelled Ron as he stated to advance again. But this time, Will stopped him. "No, Ron. I'll tangle with the fish mutant. You stick with Kim and deal with the monkey mutant on the next floor," he said as he stepped up to Gill.

"Wait a minute! We know you're not alone, Gill. Our scans picked up multiple life forms on this floor," said Wade. "Ah you computer geeks have to spoil everything with your scans and all that. Okay guys. The sneak attack's been spoiled. You can come out now," said Gill.

From amidst the false trees came a pack of unusual beasts. Each of them looked like a combination of two or more animals. And coming out from the cabin was their evil mother: DNAmy.

"Figures you'd be the one to share a floor with DNAmy, Gill," said Kim. "Yeah. I feel a certain kinship with these freakish creatures seeing as how I'm sort of like them. In fact, DNAmy's planning to improve my mutation to make me even more powerful," said Gill. "And maybe a little cuter as well," said DNAmy. "No! Not cuter!" yelled Gill at DNAmy.

"Enough talk! Get those meanies, my babies!" commanded DNAmy. The mutant animals advanced toward Will. Gill smirked at Team Possible as he dove into one of the pools.

"Get out of here now! I'll take care of these freaks," said Will. Kim, Ron and the others nodded. They ran past the cabin toward the doorway behind it. DNAmy was too busy shouting encouragement to her mutant Cuddle Buddies to notice. Kim turned around and looked back at Will who was grappling a cat-snake by the throat and kicking at a lobster-dog. "Will, thanks," said Kim. "It's been a pleasure assisting you, Kim. Now go and don't worry. We GJ agents are trained to deal with situations when we're confronted with more than one adversary," said Will as he continued to fight.

The team was about to climb up the stairs when all of a sudden, Gill popped up behind Will. "Will, look out!" yelled Anne as Gill spat out a glob of muck. Will saw it and rolled out of the way. He nearly fell into one of the pools. "Keep out of that water, Will! Otherwise, you're going to end up like Gill!" yelled Ron. Then Ron realized what he just did. "Hey, I'm a poet. And I didn't know it!" he exclaimed. "Come on, Shakespeare! We've got to continue," said Kim.

The remainder of the team, which now only contained two girls, a boy, a naked mole rat and a hovering robot climbed up the stairs. "You know, as far as villainous deathtraps go, this one hasn't been very difficult to get through," said Ron. "That's because we haven't done anything, Ron. We've just been splitting up and leaving others to tangle with our foes. I seriously hope Will was right about GJ training. Dealing with a swamp monster, a crazed biogeneticist and a bunch of life-size plush toys is about as outnumbered as you can get," said Kim.

"Yes. But thanks to Gill's statements, we now know that Monkey Fist is waiting for Ron on the next floor. So by deduction by what we've encountered, the two on the top floor are likely…" began Wade before Anne interrupted. "Drakken and Shego! Now we know whom to expect," she said.

"Okay, girls. You take SITCH up to the top floor and deal with Drakken and Shego. Rufus and I will take care of Monkey Fist," said Ron. "Are you sure, Ron?" asked Kim. "Nearly all the rest of the bad guys in this Tower are your arch-foes, KP. And since Gill is occupied, it's my duty to face down Monkey Fist. It seems since we shared the mystical monkey power we are destined to face one another no matter what. So let me do what I've got to do," said Ron.

They soon came to the next floor. And once again, Ron started to quiver. The room was decorated much like Monkey Fist's basement dojo. Torches lit up the room. The room had tapestries and idols all decorated with a monkey theme. Team Possible looked to the center of the room and saw the evil monkey master himself meditating. Monkey Fist opened his eyes and grinned evilly at his guests.

"Ron Stoppable! I am pleased that you and Kim Possible made it up here. I was looking forward to finally settling the score. Miss Possible and the blonde can go on ahead. You and your hairless friend can remain. Monkey ninjas, assemble!" yelled Monkey Fist.

At the end of his words, several screeching noises came from the rafters of the ceiling. Then several black shapes dropped down and struck battle poses. The monkey ninjas had arrived. "Quaking in your boots yet, Stoppable?" asked Monkey Fist smugly.

Ron did look scared. But he soon regained his determination and stepped up. Rufus popped out of his pocket and struck a fighting pose. "Yes, Monkey Fist. I am scared. I've been scared for many of these missions I go on with Kim, mostly when they involve you. But I'm not letting that stop me," said Ron.

"Ron…" said Kim. "Don't start Kim. Just take Anne and SITCH and go on up," said Ron. "I wasn't say anything except…" began Kim as she wrapped her arms around Ron and kissed him on the cheek. "Be careful," she finished as she ran past Monkey Fist and his monkey ninjas with SITCH behind them. Ron looked positively stunned. 'I can't believe Kim just did that,' he thought with a smile on his face.

Anne ran up to him. "Ron, take this," she said as she held out her hands, which held what looked like to be a perfectly ordinary hairdryer. Ron snapped out of his stunned trance. "Kim's hairdryer grappler?" asked Ron. "No, it's mine. Uh I had Wade and Matt make me one too," said Anne. "But why give it to me? I don't suppose you've heard, but I have a bad history with losing my pants when using these," said Ron. "Trust yourself, Ron. When the time comes, you'll what to do with it," said Anne. Ron asked no more questions. He took the gadget from Anne and attached it to his belt. "Thanks," said Ron. "You're welcome. Use it well," said Anne as she rushed off to join Kim.

"I certainly hope you enjoyed that kiss, Ron Stoppable, because it's the last you'll ever have. Today, we finish this," said Monkey Fist. "No Monkey Fist. It's not ending today at all. Because I intend to win," said Ron as he reached into his pocket and took out a band of black cloth. He wrapped it around his head and then he said, "Bring it on, you hairy freak!"

"Monkey ninjas attack!" yelled Monkey Fist as he and his monkey ninjas charged toward Ron and Rufus. "Stoppable and naked mole rat attack!" yelled Ron as he and Rufus did the same.

The room erupted into a fierce melee as Ron and Rufus fought the monkey ninjas. Despite the difference in size, Rufus managed to knock down the ninjas by kicking their feet. Ron and Monkey Fist tangled with each other, each matching each others' blows perfectly.

Halfway up the final staircase, Kim and Anne heard the melee. Wade and Larry had piloted SITCH already up to the final doorway. Kim looked back. "Ron…" she said as she listened to the screeching monkeys and Ron and Rufus' grunts of effort. "He means a lot to you, doesn't he?" asked Anne. "More than you will ever know," said Kim.

"Kim! Anne! Up here!" called Wade. Kim and Anne climbed up the stairs to where SITCH was waiting. There was a doorway leading into the room and another flight of stairs leading upwards.

Kim and Anne gazed into the room. There was no real theme to this room. It was just typical of Drakken's lairs. Their attention was focused on the giant laser gun in the center of the room. Beside it, at a control panel, Drakken and Shego were arguing and watching a bunch of TV monitors not noticing that they had company.

"That laser gun has got to be the transformation beam. You'll have to keep Drakken and Shego busy while we hook SITCH up to it and begin the reversal," said Wade. "Consider it done," said Kim.

"Hey Kim. Where do think these stairs go?" asked Anne pointing to the other flight of stairs. "Probably just to the roof. But we've got other things to take care of now, Anne," said Kim. "Just curious," said Anne as they walked into the room.

Drakken and Shego watched on the monitors the members of Team Possible fighting with their fellow Legion members. "This is not going according to plan! These newbies are putting up more of a fight than we thought," said Drakken. "Shall we just put this plan into the failed category, Dr. D?" asked Shego. "Never! Once she gets up here, we'll deal with her ourselves," said Drakken. "News flash, Drakken! I'm already here," said a voice from behind them.

Drakken and Shego turned around and saw their nemesis standing behind them with Anne and SITCH at her sides. "Kim Possible!" yelled Drakken in a surprised tone. "There you go with the whole surprise trip, Drakken. You should know that wherever you go, I'll be there," said Kim.

"I see you've gotten yourself a prettier sidekick than the last one," said Shego looking at Anne. "The name's Anne and don't hate me because I'm pretty," said Anne smiling at Shego. "It's not that you're pretty. I'd hate you just the same. So let's what see you can do, Anne," said Shego as she activated her hand lasers. "It will be a pleasure," said Anne raising to the challenge.

"Anne! What are you thinking?" asked Kim. "I'll handle Shego, Kim. You protect SITCH while we fight," said Anne. Kim smiled. "You go girl, " she said.

Anne and Shego began to fight. To Shego's surprise, Anne fought pretty well. Whenever she threw a punch or kick, Anne ducked and responded with a blow of her own. Kim took note of Anne's fighting skill. 'She's pretty good. It's almost like watching myself fight. Guess she learned a lot,' she thought.

"Okay, Drakken. It's just you and me," said Kim taking her attention away from the fight and to where Drakken was. But he was gone. "Typical. He never was the fighting type. He's more the stand-back-and-yell type of villain," said Kim. "We'll find him later. Let's get to that laser," said Wade.

Kim nodded and ran toward the control panel with SITCH hovering beside her. Once they reached it, Kim watched as SITCH inserted several cables into the control panel. "It's all yours, now Wade and Larry," said Kim.

"This system is way secure, Kim. It'll take some time to even figure out how this thing works," said Wade. "Just keep us safe while Wade hacks. I can use the rear defenses in SITCH from here. But we can really use your help," said Larry. "Don't worry, boys. I'm not going anywhere," said Kim. But she had spoke too soon.

Just then, a laser blast came from behind Kim and hit the floor right beside her. She turned around to behold the newest adversary.

It was Drakken. He was now in one of his diabolical inventions. He was in a metal sphere covered by a glass dome. The sphere was held up by four metal, tentacle-like arms each ending in a four-pronged claw. Two laser guns were mounted on either side of the glass dome.

"I thought it was about time I fought you personally, Kim Possible. Why should Shego have all the fun? With the aid of my latest invention, I'll surely crush you," said Drakken as his vehicle lurched forward. Kim did a back flip as the vehicle swiped at her with its claw. Fortunately, it paid no attention to SITCH as it chased Kim.

"Pity on you, Kim Possible! I hope you've enjoyed your last mission!" yelled Drakken as he fired more lasers. "I've foiled all your crazy schemes before, Drakken. Though I must admit, this latest could quite possibly be your best," said Kim. "It is, isn't it? The plan was perfect. Team up. Turn all the people into vermin. Hunt you down and put you out of our misery once and for all. But then you had to go and spoil it by bringing in a team of your own. Well, I'll tell you one thing, Kim Possible! This time, it's going to end differently!" yelled Drakken. "We'll just see about that," said Kim as she avoided another attack by the robotic vehicle.

Kim hoped Wade and Larry could hack into the laser quickly because this situation was getting way out of control. Her best friend and her team members were all caught up in their own battles against her arch-foes. She could only hope that this would all turn out well in the end.

Author's note: I hope you've certainly enjoyed this chapter. Forgive me if I was a little sketchy on the battle details. There were a lot of battles in this chapter so I couldn't go too overboard on details. Keep reading and reviewing because this story is slowly drawing to its conclusion. Once it's completed, I'll edit all the chapters so it all fits together better.