Nothing at the Pelekai house was the same. Nani is always out with David who tries to make her mood more cheery. Pleakley gloomily cleans the house at the pace of a snail, which meant he wasn't very enthusiastic anymore. Jumba constantly locks himself inside his ship, creating experiments, antidotes, among many other things to cure Lilo's cancer. The one thing that surprised the three members the most was, Stitch, Angel, and Lilo aren't very close anymore. Before Lilo had her stomachaches, the trio was inseparable. There had never been one day when the three friends were not together. Now, Stitch and Lilo solemnly play together and Angel is always with Reuben whose arm you'll see around Angel's shoulders. It was the most shocking thing to see for the Pelekai family, but they never questioned it.

The sun rose above the horizon line to spill its rays on the four people lying asleep in the living room. Lilo, Stitch, Angel, and Reuben groaned in protest to the sun's rays as they turned over to get some more sleep. Last night, the three experiments and Lilo stayed up almost the whole night watching their favorite movie Nani had rented for them. Instead of watching the movie on the couch, they watched it on the floor. Lilo, of course, was the first one to fall asleep and Stitch snuggled up next to her to keep her warm. Reuben was the next and he wrapped his arms around Angel to keep her next to him. Nani had come in to check on the four friends to see they had fallen asleep. She provided them a huge blanket for them to be warm until the next morning. After kissing Lilo's head, she retired to bed as well.

Now, they were awakening. The three experiments sat up, rubbing their tired eyes, but Lilo didn't. Stitch shook her until she finally became wide-awake. The four stretched just before going into the kitchen to get something to eat. Luckily, Nani was already up and serving them their breakfast. Stitch pulled up a chair next to Lilo while Angel sat next to Reuben. Pleakley and Jumba looked surprised at the sitting arrangements, but did not dwell on it further. Nani handed Lilo two plates piled with 6 eggs, 10 bacon strips, and 3 pancakes. She then gave Reuben four plates that had an adequate amount of hash browns, mashed potatoes, and nine sausage links. After handing them their plates, Lilo and Reuben began their short walk to Jumba's ship.

Lilo typed in the password and she along with Reuben carried the plates to Gantu's room. Lilo put down one of the plates, raised her fist, and knocked on the door twice. A deep voice bellowed, asking them to come in. Lilo turned the knob to enter a spacious room with a high ceiling, yellow walls, and huge bed that could fit over twenty humans.

"Morning G. Lilo and I brought you your breakfast." Reuben replied as he and Lilo placed the plates on the large dresser beside Gantu's bed.

"Excellent. I'm hungry." Gantu replied appreciatively as he began to eat.

Reuben rubbed his paws together. "Well, sweet Angel and I are going on a tour."

"Again?" Lilo asked suspiciously. "You and Angel have been going on tours for like three times this week."

"Oh yeah? Then what are you and my cuz doing today?" Reuben asked haughtily with his arms folded across his chest.

Lilo blushed. She knew her and Stitch were a lot closer than they ever had been. Ever since Lilo confessed to Stitch about her cancer, there was never a day that Stitch wouldn't be with her. A knotted feeling in her stomach started whirling around, making her lips twitch in a goofy smile because of the sensation it made. She didn't know why, but every time someone talks about her and Stitch or even being around him, made her feel something inside. She didn't know what it was, but it was something that made her feel safe, protected, cared for, and maybe even loved.

Reuben, noticing Lilo going off in a daydream state started snapping his fingers in front of her. "Hello? Earth to Lilo you still there?"

Lilo shook out of her reverie. "Huh? Oh yeah sure. I'm okay. Now to answer your question, Stitch and I are going to the arcade to have some fun."

"Figures."

"Why do you say that?"

"Because you and Stitch are always together."

"So are you and Angel."

"Yeah? Well at least I don't hug Angel at the mere sight of her."

"And I don't put my arm around Stitch's shoulder and pull him close to me. Besides, I don't hug Stitch every time I see him."

"That's right. When you don't want to hug him, you kiss him on the cheek."

"Do not!"

"Do too!"

"Do not!"

"Do too!"

"Why are you two forgetting I'm here?" Lilo and Rueben almost reddened at the fact Gantu had witness their whole disagreement. "Moreover, why are you two arguing over this?"

"Because Lilo's in love with Stitch." Reuben replied.

Lilo swatted him. "Trust me Reuben, the love I have for Stitch is nothing compared to the love you show for Angel."

Reuben glared and Gantu laughed. "She's right Reuben, you have been acting strange around her."

"Lilo's been staring at Stitch nonstop during dinner last night!" Reuben yelled back, pointing his finger at her.

"I did not!" Lilo exclaimed. "I did close my eyes to drink."

"Yeah, but that was only for one second. By the time everyone was done with their dinner, you still had a glass full. Then when Stitch left, you drained the whole glass and followed him." Reuben replied with a smirk.

At this, Gantu laughed again. "I also have to concur with Reuben here too Earth Girl. You and 626 have been inseparable."

"Well, Stitch says he wants to spend much time with me before I... well, go." Lilo said sadly, fighting to keep the tears back. "Of course, I want to be with Stitch for as long as I can. He's my best friend and the one of the only things in my life that is important to me. I love him." Even though he doesn't love me.

"You know Earth Girl; I've noticed 626 and 624 haven't been very much loving to each other. 624 is always with Reuben and 626 is always with you. Is there something I'm missing that is between 626 and 624?" Gantu asked curiously as his gaze stayed on the tiny Earth Girl in front of him.

"Stitch told me he and Angel are losing passion. He still loves her, and I'm sure Angel still loves him, but it's not all that much as it was before. I'm sure their passion will be rekindled in a while." Lilo explained.

"Angel has also been telling me that her love for Stitch isn't all that strong anymore. I can tell too because when I kissed her, she didn't pull away, but kissed me back." After he said that, Reuben instantly slapped a hand over his mouth. "You didn't hear that."

"Reuben!" Lilo cried with her eyes widened in shock. How could Angel do this to Stitch? "How could you? Even though their passion isn't what it used to be, Stitch still loves Angel and you made her cheat on him with you! Why would you do that Reuben?"

"Because I love her!" Reuben shouted out, making Lilo and Gantu gasp. "I love her alright? At first, I thought it was a stupid crush, but ever since my first visit when we started getting to know each other more, I fell in love. I tried telling myself she was with my cuz, but it never worked. I wish I could be Stitch."

"Just like I wish I could be Angel." Lilo muttered to herself and found the aliens smirking at her in a knowing way. "I mean, since Angel came back, Stitch and I weren't all that close. Sure, he paid equal attention to Angel, and me but I liked it better before she came. Don't get me wrong, I do like Angel, but I just wish it could be just me and Stitch again."

Gantu tilted his head in a curious manner. "Why is that Earth Girl?"

Lilo crossed her arms and bowed her head. "I don't know. Before Angel came, Stitch and I were close. There was not one day that we were not together. With him, I feel as if I have something in life worth living. He made me happy. Then when we met Angel, our friendship practically died. When we finally rescue her, Stitch says he loves her." Here, Lilo could hold back no longer and tears trailed down her cheeks. Reuben walked over to her, putting a comforting hand on Lilo's shoulder, encouraging her to continue. Lilo sighed. "He never told me he loved me. I've told him many times, but he says it to an experiment he barely knows instead of his best friend who is always there for him."

Reuben put both his arms around her in a friendly hug. Lilo returned the embrace by putting her arms around his neck, buried her face in his neck, and began to cry lightly. He ran his claws gently along Lilo's back, trying to sooth her.

Finally, Reuben and Lilo left Gantu to eat his meal in silence. Reuben had his arm protectively laced around Lilo's waist while her head rested tiredly on his shoulder. After giving him a name and help motivate him, Reuben knew why Lilo was so important to the experiments. They had developed a friendship since the incident with Leroy. The two continued walking to the house. Reuben used his free arm to open the door and lead Lilo inside. Jumba and Pleakley were arguing, but their bickering stopped at the sight of Lilo and Reuben entering the room.

As if on cue, Stitch and Angel made their entrance after finding out Jumba and Pleakley's bickering stopped in midway. They gasped at Lilo and the yellow experiment beside her. Outside, Stitch was shocked. Inside however, his blood was boiling with fury. At his sides, his hands clenched into fists. His eyes narrowed in a piercing glare at the arm around Lilo's waist. He didn't know why the show of affection between Lilo and Reuben angered him so much. Angel would've slapped him in the face at the way he glared at the two if she wasn't glaring at Lilo. She bit her bottom lip so hard as to not yell or lose control. Her hands were, much like Stitch, formed into fists at her side. Her eyes glared at them, but did not narrow.

This awkward scene went on for a few minutes until Stitch came forward, grasped Lilo's hand, and pulled her out of Reuben's grip into his arms. With a warning glare, Stitch turned with Lilo to exit the house. Lilo felt her heart melt with warmth as Stitch's arm held her waist, but with more force. He kept growling under his breath until Lilo leaned forward to kiss his cheek. She felt his tight grip on her loosen and looked at her with softened eyes. Only she could do that. Whenever he was angry, only she could calm him. He pulled her in for a heartwarming embrace before taking her hand and running off.

Lilo laughed with him as he pulled her along with him. She tried to keep up with him so she wouldn't trip and fall. Stitch noticed her trying to even her paces with him and slowed down. Giggling, they walked together the rest of the way. Lilo ran ahead of Stitch into the arcade. Stitch easily caught up with her, but stayed behind a few steps. She paid the man behind the desk who then gave her two bags consisting of twenty coins. Lilo handed Stitch his bag and the two began their day.

Meanwhile, Angel and Reuben were relaxing on the hammock. Angel was still sore at seeing Reuben's arm around Lilo, but she felt better being alone with him at last. Her mind went back to the first kiss she shared with him. Surprisingly, they never talked about it, but now, Angel wanted to.

"Reuben, why youga kiss Angel?" She asked in a small voice.

Reuben blushed as he remembered the kiss then leaned forward and pecked her on the forehead. "Because you are so beautiful it was hard to resist. You know I care about you Angel."

Angel's ears lowered and a frown twitched at her lips. "Oh."

Reuben knew she did not like his answer. However, he wasn't sure if he was ready to admit he loved her. Sure, he already told Gantu and Lilo, but it was harder saying it to her. What if she is using him to rid her sorrow? What if she decides she wants Stitch later on? What if they fight? What if they lose their passion like she and Stitch did? All these 'What if' questions swarmed in his mind. He loved her yes, but he wasn't ready to tell her.

Angel nuzzled into Reuben's chest, burying her face in his fur. Reuben's arms went protectively around Angel, bringing her closer to him. She wrapped her arms around him, placing feather light kisses on his chest. The yellow experiment smiled to himself, happy to have this sweet experiment right here beside him. God, he loves her.

Meanwhile, Lilo and Stitch were laughing all the while leaving the arcade. The two friends had so much fun. They were about to leave until they saw an experiment they never saw before. She was sitting alone on the pavement, just staring out into the streets of Kokaua Town.

"Stitch, I've never seen her before. Have you?" Lilo asked.

"Naga." Stitch answered. "Stitch and Lilo done with experiment catching."

Lilo walked slowly forward to the experiment. Unfortunately, the experiment saw her and went into defensive mode. Her fur bristled and her teeth snarled. Before Lilo could take a step back, the female experiment had her on the floor, growling at her. However, the experiment didn't stay long enough to finish the little Hawaiian girl off because Stitch tackled her. Terrified, she began lashing out at him, but he kept her pinned beneath him.

"Isa okitaka. Achiebabas!" Stitch reassured right away.

The female stopped lashing, allowing Stitch to help her on her feet. Lilo came forward, but the experiment snarled viciously at her. Lilo put her hand out. "It's okay. We're not going to hurt you."

The experiment stared at the hand then back at Lilo just before slapping it away from her. She growled threateningly at her. "I do not befriend Earthlings!"

"She can speak English?" Lilo spoke to herself.

"Eegalagoo." Stitch agreed then stuck his hand out. "Gucha, meega Stitch."

"I bet you're tired speaking Turian or using broken down sentences aren't ya?" The experiment purred seductively before leaning forward to chant into his ear.

"What was that about?" Stitch asked then realized he had spoken in English. He covered his mouth. "Am I speaking... English?"

Lilo smiled. "You are Stitch! Finally, I don't have to translate to Victoria anymore."

The experiment didn't even recognize Lilo speaking and continued. "So, you are Stitch?"

"Yes. Who are you?" Stitch asked her.

"I'm Kira. Are you, by any chance, experiment 626? Made by Jumba Jookiba?" Kira interrogated.

"Yes, I am." Stitch replied almost proudly.

Kira squealed like a fan girl and held Stitch in her chubby arms. Stitch didn't know what to do so he returned the hug. Lilo stared at Kira's face. Her eyes closed and she had a huge grin. Lilo wasn't certain why this experiment was so overjoyed to see he was experiment 626, but didn't dwell on it. Instead, she looked at the experiment up and down. She was a lovely experiment.

She had the figure of Angel. Her soft fur was light brown. Her underside had a tan coloring. On her chest, was a light brown V. It started from one corner of her chest, down to her crotch, then back up to end at the other corner. Her antennas were also a light brown, but had tan tips. Her eyes were the purest of gold Lilo had ever seen before and long lashes curtained those eyes. Her floppy ears were shorter than Angel's and her pink nose resembled that to a dog. Her Gigi like fluffy tail was even lighter shade of brown with a pure white tip at the bottom. She may not be the prettiest experiment, but she would definitely pass as one of the 'Hot' experiments.

Lilo and Stitch took Kira home with them. Much to the displeasure of Lilo, Kira and Stitch conversed the whole way. Kira wouldn't even spare a glance at Lilo, but kept her arm linked around Stitch's. Stitch enjoyed the attention from Kira, but was slightly puzzled by the way she kept batting her eyelashes at him or wrinkle her nose cutely and nuzzle into his shoulder when he said something that made her laugh. Lilo thumped up the stairs with Kira and Stitch right behind her. As soon as they entered, Angel came into the room.

Kira leered at Angel. She snarled more viciously than she did with Lilo. With a powerful pounce, she had Angel underneath her. Angel shrieked as Kira's fist connected with her jaw. Stitch ran over to the two girls and tugged Kira off Angel. He tried telling her she was a friend, but Kira then pushed Stitch forcefully then went back to attacking Angel. The pink experiment tried defending herself by sweeping Kira off her feet and put her in a chokehold, but Kira bit down hard on Angel's arm. Angel yelped with pain as magenta blood crept down from her injured arm. Kira chuckled then lunged at Angel again, lashing at her face.

Once again, Stitch tackled Kira off Angel to the floor. Lilo ran over to Angel and held her back. Kira lifted Stitch by the arms then threw him to the wall. Lilo was amazed at Kira's strength that her hold on Angel loosened and the two female experiments attacked each other. They stood in a fighting stance until Lilo ran in between to separate them. Angel let go of her stance, not wanting to harm Lilo. However, Kira grasped the little girl's arm roughly and hurled her to the floor. She was just about to deliver a blow to the head until Angel leapt at Kira. She grasped the arm Kira was holding up and twisted it, causing Kira to scream in pain. Angel then raised her leg to kick her in the stomach. Kira fell to the ground and Angel showered her with punches, growling furiously at her. Kira raised her easily off her then threw her hard at the opposite wall from where she threw Stitch.

"Angel!" Both Lilo and Stitch screamed as Angel's head connected with the wall and fell to the floor unconscious.

Stitch growled angrily at Kira as he lunged at her. It took all of his might not to snap the experiment in two before he shoved her in an experiment container Lilo had ready for him. After locking her in the container, Stitch went over to Angel, trying to shake her awake. "Angel? Angel, wake up."

Angel didn't wake up though. This worried both Stitch and Lilo. Bending over, Stitch cradled Angel in his arms. He ran to the ship with Lilo following far behind that was carrying the container that had Kira in it. Stitch hurriedly typed the password to Jumba's ship, which opened for him afterwards. Stitch carried Angel inside while Lilo hefted Kira inside. The two started screeching for Jumba who finally entered.

"626? What happened to 624?" Jumba asked worriedly as he lifted Angel from Stitch.

Stitch angrily pointed a claw at Kira, who was scratching at the glass. "She did it! She threw Angel into the wall!" Jumba followed Stitch's claw then gasped when he saw Kira. His four eyes bulged and his mouth hung open. Then, without another word, Jumba carried Angel to one of the rooms. Stitch glared at Kira. "If she dies, I'll hurt you so bad you'll be begging for death!"

"Why were you attacking Angel like that?" Lilo gritted angrily from her teeth.

Kira snarled. "Like I'm going to even talk to someone who is below my species. By the way you pathetic Earth form, you don't need to know. What I do is my personal thing all right? So, keep your big nose out of my business or you'll be the next one I attack."

Stitch growled at that comment, but a disapproving look from Lilo settled him down. "Being angry isn't going to make Angel better." She said softly. " I'm mad at this new experiment too Stitch, but we can't threaten her. Maybe she has a reason."

Stitch turned to Kira who stared at him with big pleading eyes. With a growl, Stitch turned away from her. He buried his face in his hands as if it was his way of hoping, praying, wishing, that Angel would make a recovery.

Disclaimer: I do NOT own Lilo and Stitch or their characters. I only own the story, plot, and Kira who has finally appeared.