"So let me get this straight, they stole money?" Kim said in disbelief. "Why would Drakken want money? That is so… so un-Drakken…"

"Exactly. Which is why I have reason to believe that he must be planning something… something big" Wade said, looking at Kim and Ron who were sitting down. The communicator was leaning on a pile of books on the table in front of the couple.

"Knowing Drakken, you're probably right" Kim consented

A few moments of silence…

"So, like, do we go?" Ron asked. Kim and Wade both stared at him before the latter looked at the redhead.

"What do you say?"

Kim went silent, biting her lip. "I… I don't know… I mean… we quit years ago… and it's just so… so… sudden and everything… but…and… we…" She sighed.

"Kim, I know what you're worried about" Wade replied sympathetically. "But this is Drakken. You know him better than anyone and you're the best person there is for the job. We have to find out what his motive is before it's too late" he said. "Just one last mission?"

Kim looked at her husband who was staring at Wade. "Ron? What do you think?"

Ron was quiet too. "Well… maybe… maybe it wouldn't be such a bad idea…" he said slowly.

Kim buried her face in her hands. "I just… I'm just… what if… I mean…the kids… I…"

Ron looked at his wife before placing an arm around her. "I know you're scared of what might happen, especially for the kids. But look at it this way, if we stop Drakken now, we can finally put an end to him and his plots forever…" And for once, he sounded proper. There was no trace of goofiness on his face or in his voice. Kim knew he was dead serious as she stared back at him.

Few seconds of silence then Kim stood up. "Well, what are we waiting for? Let's jet"

---

"It worked! She took the bait!" Drakken said triumphantly, standing up from the monitor he was staring at. It was showing two shadows walking through their lawn. He looked eagerly at his wife who was leaning on one of the machines.

"Of course she would" Shego replied. "She knows us enough that we don't want money" she said, walking towards him.

"Yes, but unfortunately, we know her too" Drakken said. "Oh, did I say unfortunately? I meant conveniently!"

Shego smiled. "But I'm surprised she actually came" she said, looking at the monitor at the figures that were nearing the house. "From what I've heard, miss princess had quit going around the world"

"Really?" Drakken responded then broke into a grin. "Then why don't we help her?"

Shego stared at him.

"Permanently"

---

"A house?" Ron said in surprise. "First, money. Then, a house. What's Drakken playing at?" He turned to Kim who was taking out her communicator.

"Wade's coordinates said that that's where the signal's coming from. Let's go" she said, pocketing the communicator. Both she and Ron were in their mission clothes.

They went to the front door. Kim tried the knob. It was locked.

"So much for the direct approach" she said. "Let's go to the roof"

"What about the back door?" Ron suggested.

"Ron, the front door wouldn't work. Why would you think the back door will?"

"That's exactly what he wants you to think!"

Kim sighed. "Alright let's just try the back door and get this over with" she said and led their way towards the back until they found the door.

"Watch and see, Kim" Ron said and turned the knob. The door opened.

Ron gazed at her in triumph. Kim rolled her eyes as they entered what looked like a kitchen. "Mr. dumb luck"

"Not dumb luck, KP. Dumb skill!" Ron replied then stopped. "Wait… that didn't sound right…"

Kim laughed. "By the way, what's with the old nickname?"

"KP? Oh, right" Ron said, grinning. "Sorry. It's just that since it's been a long time since we've been on a mission. You know, brings back old memories…"

Kim smiled.

"Well, isn't that sweet?" another voice said.

Kim and Ron looked up sharply to see someone standing at the doorway.

"Shego" Kim said, narrowing her eyes.

"Been awhile, hasn't it, princess?" she replied. "Too bad we haven't got time to chat"

"What do you- AAAHH!" both Kim and Ron exclaimed as the floor below them opened and they fell in.

---

Most of the people had retired from dancing but there were still a few couples left. One of which was a red-haired cheerleader and her black-haired partner. Lexxy now had her arms around his neck while Drake was holding her waist.

"Did you know that you're even prettier up close?" Drake said.

Lexxy blushed. "You're just saying that"

"No, I mean it" he replied. "You're popular and smart but you still remain to be yourself. How do you do it?"

She grinned. "A crime fighting cheerleader for a mom and a fan of hairless mice and Mexican food as a dad. Weird combo but it works. They were partners in saving the world years ago"

"Crime fighting cheerleader?" Drake repeated. He suddenly looked deep in thought, as if trying to recall something.

"Drake? Is something bothering you?" Lexxy asked in concern at his abrupt change of mood.

He shook his head. "It's nothing" he replied then grinned. "Your parents sound really awesome. And now that I think about it, I never got to know what your last name is"

"You never asked" she responded simply.

"What's your last name?"

She couldn't help but grin again. "Stoppable. Lex Stoppable"

"Nice to meet you, Miss Stoppable. I'm Drake. Drake Lipsky"

Lexxy laughed. "Alright. Your turn, what about your parents?"

Drake looked down, his smile faltered. "I wouldn't know… they never told me about their past…"

Lexxy's face fell. "Drake, I'm sorry. I didn't mean to-"

"It's ok" he said. "You didn't know"

Lexxy smiled.

Drake looked at her once again. "I really like you, Lex"

She blushed. "Really?"

"Totally" he replied. "So I was wondering… what you think of me?"

Lexxy smiled and leaned closer. Before Drake knew it, their lips touched. "Does that answer your question?"

But Drake didn't reply. He seemed to be floating on another planet, no, he was in another galaxy. "Fphofpmhfphpmhop" was all he managed to mumble.

Lexxy was redder than ever. "Maybe that was a little too-"

"Awesome? Incredible? Wonderful?" Drake said, recovering himself. "I think it was just right but you know, another one can confirm it"

"You've better not get too used to this" Lexxy said in a mock strict tone.

"Don't worry, I will"

She giggled and leaned once again-

Beep Beep Beep Beep

"What the?" Lexxy looked down at her purse. She had forgotten to take it off when she arrived. She stared back at Drake.

"Could you-"

He smiled. "Go find a table. I'll get us something to drink"

"Thanks" she replied and the two left on directions.

Taking out her communicator, Lexxy headed for an empty table. "Uncle Wade? What-"

"No time" Wade interrupted, looking seriously worried. "Your parents are in trouble"