I'm back! So sorry for the slow update, but my computer crashed andI had to rewrite this. It didn't exactly come out the wayI wanted it to, but this chapter had to be written. Oh well...the next chapter is more fun! Please read and review anyway!

Disclaimer: Don't own. The end.

"They keep saying that the right person will come along. I think mine got hit by a truck."

Arkarian

Matt and Neriah arrive first, as the resident immortals. Matt doesn't do anything more than an eye roll when he sees Isabel with me.

Shaun and Jimmy arrive next, followed a second later by Dillon. "What's the deal Arkarian? That chick and I were-"

Matt clears his throat and uses a little of his power to make the air in the room thicker.

"-but if you wanted to see us, it's totally cool." Dillon finishes.

Ethan and Rochelle arrive finally. "Sorry, Arkarian, Ms. Simmons wanted to-"

"No, it's okay. We know that making out in the bio labs is hard to interrupt-"

Rochelle whacks Dillon across the back of the head. "Pervert. Ms. Simmons had to talk about an assignment."

"Sure, sure-OUCH!"

Dillon needs to learn how to be quiet.

"Ow…" Dillon rubs the back of his head. "Ethan, can't you control your girl?"

"Why?" Ethan smirks, taking a seat. "I happen to love her just the way she is."

From the look on Rochelle's face, it's clear that he's earned major points for that one. Isabel throws me a look that clearly says "Aww…that's cute. Why don't you say things like that?"

I can't help but sigh. All guys, girls don't understand, try to be cute, but how can anyone measure up against that?

Plus, Ethan's not just saying that. I've known him since he was up to my knee, and now he's 6'1 and love is written clearly across his face. Seeing him so happy is wonderful, especially after seeing his devastation over losing Sera, worrying about his mom, and almost losing Rochelle that way.

"The sphere has stopped." Matt announces, bringing all conversation to a halt. Everyone's head whips around to look at it, and observe where it's stopped.

"599 AD?" Ethan looks back at me. "But that's…"

"King Arthur?" Isabel whispers to no one in particular.

"The start of the reign of Arthuis Pendragon," Matt confirms, "known to much of the world as King Arthur. It is at the beginning of his reign, just as the Romans leave Britain. Arthur influenced much of our modern music, dress, and culture. Not to mention formed the greatest order of knights ever known."

"Are you dating him or me?" Neriah jokes, earning an appreciative chuckle. Matt smiles at her, and I wonder how Neriah could ever doubt his love for her.

"If the Order's plan to assassinate him is allowed to succeed, Britain will fall into chaos and the Dark Ages centuries earlier than planned."

"I thought King Arthur was fake-a mythical figure." Dillon speaks up.

"Obviously not." Isabel smiles, excitement building in her face. "Who's going?"

"Well…" Matt begins, and looks at me. Isabel probably won't be happy with this. "I'm going, Ethan, Dillon, and Rochelle. However," he continues quickly as a storm cloud gathers on his sister's face. "There's another mission that must be completed. The most important one."

"Isabel," I take her hands in mine. "You, Neriah and I are going down to the Underworld to see if we can figure out who's behind all of this. We need you because of your vision."

"Alright…" she hugs me, burying her face in my chest. She can't fool me. I know that the more dangerous mission appeals to her.

"How is this going to work if the Citadel is gone?" Rochelle speaks up.

"Arkarian's discovered that by using one of his rooms, with an immortal present, we can send people back. And we have two." Matt motions to Neriah and himself. I can see the looks on people's faces as they contemplate this. My plan might not work-it's never been tried before, and the risks are great. We could potentially be thrust into the wrong time period, or killed. Maybe not even able to come back. Yet I know that none of these risks will make any difference to the Named. They're determined, and the risk makes it fun for them.

"You're sending me back with all the boys?" Rochelle makes a face. "Now I'm going to have to do all the work."

"Hey!" Dillon pretends to look injured. "We're not that bad! Men can definitely-"

"Do you really want to continue that, Dillon?" Isabel asks dangerously. I can't help a small smile.

"Please do," Neriah adds with a smile on her face. Even I wouldn't cross either of them. Ethan hasn't joined in this banter, instead looking at Rochelle with a look I can't interpret.

"Matt," Ethan says somberly, and I sense that whatever comes next won't be good. "I don't think Rochelle should go."

I wince, seeing Rochelle's face. "What?" she demands, standing up. The chair falls to the floor.

"He's a goner." Dillon mutters, and for once, I agree with him.

"I don't want you to go on the mission tonight. It's too dangerous." He replies calmly. I see the resolve in his face, as well as the fierce determination in hers.

"Ethan Roberts, who are you to try to keep me behind? You guys need me! What if Arthur's being poisoned? An extra set of hands always comes in handy, especially mine!" She holds up her hands, and the sparks fly out at her sudden anger. A few brush Ethan's face, but he doesn't flinch.

"I just think it'd be-"

"Matt, I'm going. I'll be here tonight. With or without your permission, Ethan."

And with that, she storms out. I better go talk to her Isabel send a thought my way. Love you, see you tonight. She rolls her eyes at Ethan, who just glares back. Neriah exits too, which leaves just the men.

"Ethan, have I taught you nothing about women?" Shaun claps his son on the shoulder. "Don't ever try to tell them what to do."

"Where did I go wrong?" I try to joke, taking the seat next to him. "Did I teach an idiot?"

Matt sniggers, obviously running all of Ethan's past discretions through his head.

"I know it's stupid." Ethan sighs, running a hand through his hair, a habit he has when agitated. "But…she almost died last time, Arkarian. I can't lose her again. Not like that."

"Ethan, I know it's hard to think of her being in danger." Jimmy says slowly. "But Rochelle's been in danger most of her life. She's no baby; she's almost as strong as you. Anyone can die out there, at any time. You can't live life afraid to die, because then you really haven't lived at all. Just love her while you can, and let death come when it may."

Shaun nods with raised eyebrows at Jimmy's sudden wisdom. "You can't prevent her from doing what she was born for, son."

I can understand Ethan's dilemma, I go through it every day with Isabel. If she was lost, my life wouldn't be worth living, but if I ever tried to keep her from doing what she loved, she'd make sure that my life REALLY wasn't worth living.

"Come to Arkarian's chambers around midnight," Matt says, standing up, "all of you. From there…we've got to take whatever comes."

"And I've got to go apologize to my girlfriend." Ethan sighs, standing and ruffling his hair again. He looks worried. Rochelle will forgive him though; she loves him too much not to.

"If she still IS your girlfriend." Dillon's not helping. Ethan punches his arm distractedly and departs.

"Arkarian…" Matt looks uncertainly to me for the first time tonight. "Will this work?"

"It's got to, Matt."

That's all the answer I can give.

Alright, people. I personally didn't like that chapter, but that's okay. To the Ethan fans (especially Elven Jewel) I know he was a jerk and I'm sorry. He'll redeem himself hopefully. the next chapter will probably be from Rochelle's view, since Arkarian is cool, yet boring for me. Suggestions and comments are always appreciated!

-HaLo