The heroes and heroines of the five worlds all walked towards the edge of a cliff, which was in front of an ocean, looking over the rising sun.

While the scenery was quite beautiful, Nene had to ask. "Ok, so where can we find Azulongmon?"

"Don't worry. He'll find us" TK said in reply.

And the Digidestined of Hope was right when they all heard a roar from the sky, before Azulongmon came down from above them and appeared in front of the huge group.

"Digi-Heroes. I see you all managed to get hold of the Digi-Weapons. And I see you managed to meet up with the Digi-Maidens." Azulongmon said.

"Azulongmon, we've found out about the one behind all of this." Tagiru said. "It's Quartzmon!"

"Quartzmon? Ah, now it all make sense now." Azulongmon replied.

However, Shoutmon, still confused as to how Quartzmon could be their new threat, had to ask. "But how did he escape? Arresterdramon destroyed his core and turned his Data back to a Digi-Egg."

"I am afraid what you caught was an imposter Digi-Egg he left behind." Azulongmon said.

"An imposter Digi-Egg?" Asked Takuya.

"Yes. Quartzmon foresaw his demise and left behind some of his Data into that Digi-Egg, just enough to trick everyone into thinking he was defeated. And while the worlds were returning back to their normal states, it allowed the real Quartzmon to retreat back to the DigiQuartz, where he has been spending all this time planning his revenge against you." Azulongmon replied.

While getting the answer on how Quartzmon survived, Yoshi had her own question.

"But what does merging our worlds have to do with this?" She asked.

"Quartzmon still plots to merge all worlds and twist it into his own image. However he desires to dispose of all of those who last stood in his way. That is why he disabled your previous powers of Digivolution and all Digimon fighting styles." Azulongmon explained in reply.

"So how do the Digi-Staffs and Digi-Weapons come into the picture?" Rika then asked.

"The Digi-Weapons and the Dig-Staffs are the only ways of regaining your powers, as well as gaining new experiences with your bodies. It's the only way to stop Quartzmon and are the keys to seal him away forever. Also, it would be mean you be fighting alongside someone you wish to protect and cherish and care about." Azulongmon told the heroes and heroines.

"To protect and cherish the person we care about?" Guilmon and Renamon asked in surprise, before they looked at each other, puzzled and then blushed.

Tai and Sora looked at each other in worry, as did Agumon and Biyomon.

TK, Kari, Patamon and Gatomon all looked at each other, while Veemon and AquaVeemon gazed at each other, which Davis noticed.

Takato and Rika glanced at each other, Takato looking at Rika with concern, while Rika actually showed some emotion as she too looked concerned for the Gogglehead.

Takuya and Zoe looked at each other, feeling concern for the other, while Flamon and Kazemon blushed, feeling similar emotions and sensations as those their partners felt.

Marcus and Yoshi looked a bit worried, while DATS Agumon and Rhythm looked uneasy.

But summoning his strength and not wanting to see her in distress, DATS Agumon gave Rhythm an assuring look, promising her everything would be alright.

Mikey and Angie looked uncertain, both towards the situation and each other.

Shoutmon and Lunamon blushed, while Nene had a look of worry on her face, failing to notice the blush on Tagiru's.

Breaking the silence, AquaVeemon, showing great respect, had to ask. "Err... Azulongmon, are you certain on that?"

"I am certain. You all need to open your hearts to each other if you are to defeat Quartzmon." Azulongmon replied, before he stated. "Otherwise your friends will never stand a chance."

"Open our hearts to each other?" Takato asked worried about Rika's position, wondering if she was still with Ryo, and if not, would she ever fall for him.

"You all have to hurry. Quartzmon will appear soon in front of your friends. He plans to wipe them out first. I can feel it!" Azulongmon warned.

"What!? How many days do we have before he arrives?" Takuya asked in concern.

"Two days, so you all better make up your minds and believe your own hearts." Azulongmon said in reply, before he then disappeared once again.

"Wait, Azulongmon!" Tai's Agumon called out, but he was long gone.

"Well we got all the information we got, but some may be too much info." Gumdramon commented, which caused Tagiru to nod, before Tai took charge and suggested. "Let's find somewhere to stay so we can plan our next move."

With all in agreement with the Digidestined of Courage, they all then walked away, towards a small resort in the distance.

However, most were still unsure about their own feelings.

-Meanwhile-

Within a darkened and twisted world, a being stood, watching as the merge unfolded.

The being had sickly, pale skin, four, long pale arms and a yellow mask, which had several spikes stabbing through his head, as well as his back, while six red eyes watched as his plans continued.

"It will all be ready soon, soon for my return." He stated.

"Lord Quartzmon. It appears that the others have already found the Digi-Weapons and the Digi-Staffs" One of the many minions he had created from the Data he had absorbed from innocent Digimon then informed him.

"That matters not. I will deal with them after I finish off the others." Quartzmon replied as he looked at the screen, showing it had Matt and the others image upon it.

"But what of those others who bare the weapons?" Asked another of Quartzmon's minions.

"They will have trouble finding what lurks in their hearts. The Digi-Heroes will never tell that they love the Maidens. Besides, we have a lot of work to do, much work." Quartzmon told his pawns, before he cackled evilly.

"Soon, I'll take my revenge on all those who opposed me, then all the worlds will be one and will be mine!"