Hi all!

I'm so sorry I haven't updated in while, I was focusing too much on some other projects, but I do promise to update when I can. I've never forgotten my work on Fanfiction and I will continue to keep posting and updating when I can.

Again I deeply apologise for my absence.

Chapter Thirteen

Planning

After twenty minutes, Raiden had finished telling the Edenian Army the whole story of how he met the turtles, Splinter and Monalisa in Earthrealm and how he realised they would be the worthy fighters for Earthrealm's safety.

Splinter had also explained the origins of him, the turtles and Monalisa, though he had been sensitive to Mona's origin, Mona didn't flinch at some of the details.

Kitana and Jade stared at the Turtles, Splinter and Monalisa for a long time, from the looks of their faces, though hidden by their cowls they showed great confusion and shock at the story.

"I never thought they such creatures would exist in Earthrealm." Jade said.

"Believe it Lady." Michelangelo replied before earning a slap on the back of the head from Raphael.

Kitana stared hard at Mona who was being cleaned up by Donatello, though her slashes had healed faster than average, Donatello still showed concern at her wounds becoming infected and insisted on making sure she was ok.

Kitana narrowed her eyes at the Lizard Lady, even though she had been assured Mona was no clone, she still found it difficult to trust her and decided to observe her more closely.

Raphael sat next to Mona as she was being patched up, he kept his eyes fixed on Kitana.

"May I be bold to ask why you are here Kitana?" Splinter asked in a kindly tone to Kitana and Jade.

"We are in the same situation." Kitana answered "Myself, and the Edenian Army are hell bent on making sure Shao Khan does not conquer Edenina."

Michelangelo was about to speak again saying he knew what Edenina looked like due to the games they played but Leonardo shook his head.

"They don't know that there is a game based on this Mikey." He hissed "Keep it zipped!"

Michelangelo blushed but he kept his mouth shut.

"Shao Khan is merciless, a heartless monster." Kitana continued "He will stop at nothing until he has conquered all the realms, and he will kill all who stand in his way."

"Unless we have the best fighters to take part in the tournaments." Jade added "We have been training our warriors for this tournament, and we will make sure nothing befalls our realm."

"We have the same desires Princess." Leonardo reassured stepping before Kitana and bowing to her "My family have fought different enemies for years and this will not be one we will give up on until our own realm is safe."

"You got that right!" Michelangelo chirped in.

Kitana stared at the turtles, Mona, Splinter and Raiden and nodded, even though her face still showed distrust for the outsiders, she believed and trusted Raiden.

"I'm sure you all will show your talents and skills when faced with the many combatants in the tournament." She said "Until then, I must take my warriors and we must continue to prepare before the tournament tomorrow."

"We shall look forward to seeing you there your Highness." Splinter replied as he bowed to her. The turtles and Mona also bowed and Kitana, Jade and the Edenian Army bowed back to them before they turned and walked away into the trees.

After they had disappeared into the woods, Michelangelo continued to stare where they had gone and turned to Leonardo, a slight excited twinkle in his eyes.

Meanwhile Donatello had finished cleaning Mona's wounds (now almost healed completely) and helped her stand.

"Are you ok babe?" Raphael asked not letting go of her for a second.

"I'm fine." Mona reassured her mate "Bit sore but otherwise ok."

"Wow." Michelangelo whispered as he kept his eyes forward at where the Edenian army had disappeared "We met Kitana and Jade!"

Leonardo rolled his eyes at Michelangelo and walked over to Splinter who suggested everyone return to camp and rest until the tournament the next day.

Back at camp, everyone prepared sleeping bags and Donatello managed to get a fire going before handing out packaged food to everyone. Michelangelo held out a stick with some sausages on it above the fire, everyone wasn't surprised that he was still in a state to eat after the incident with the Edenian army.

Raphael still continued to stay close to Mona who shared a pack of prawn crackers with him. Leonardo sat on the other side of Mona with Splinter next to him.

"I'm prepared to take the first watch." Leonardo whispered "I'm not prepared to let anyone hurt this family."

Mona smiled at Leonardo.

"As ever the brave one fearless." She commented making Leonardo smile.

Raiden stood looking thoughtful.

"I do hope you have a chance at defeating Shao Khan." He said "Many other warriors I have selected have been successful in protecting Earthrealm before."

"You have my word Raiden." Splinter reassured the Thunder God, "My sons and daughter are the most fearless warriors I know, they all have honour and determination in them."

The turtles and Mona blushed at Splinter's comments.

"You're right there Master Splinter!" chirped Michelangelo as he jumped up and began to show off some moves "We are the greatest most fearless warriors in all Earthrealm!"

He began jumping around and doing kung fu moves until Donatello sighed and stuck his bo staff out tripping the hyperactive turtle over and making him fall flat on his face.

The other turtles laughed, Raiden raised an eyebrow and Splinter tried to look serious despite he was tempted to laugh along with his sons.

"Michelangelo!" he spoke in a serious voice "May I suggest that you do not get cocky! This is serious business and I suggest you save your energy for tomorrow!"

Michelangelo immediately stood up and brushed himself down blushing madly.

"Sorry Master." He grovelled before walking back to sit with Donatello.

"It will be a harsh tournament." Raiden whispered as he stared into the purple skies "As much as I have faith in you, I still worry about the outcome of Earthrealm."

"We can only do our best." Mona spoke "Master Splinter has trained us well, we intend to do our best and save our world from invasion."

"Well said Mona." Donatello said.

"Hear hear." Michelangelo responded.

Leonardo and Raphael nodded.

"Mona is right." Raphael said "We intend to keep our realm safe and nothing will stand in our way, not even Shao Khan."

"I don't know how tomorrow will turn out." Leonardo added "But my blades will help me in my fight to protect Earthrealm at whatever cost."

"I feel proud to hear such dedication from my students." Splinter whispered "You have much honour."

The turtles and Mona bowed to Splinter in thanks.

After a while, everyone decided to head to bed. True to his word, Leonardo agreed to keep watch and make sure nothing attacked their camp.

Donatello instantly doused the fire and climbed into the tent followed by Michelangelo, Raphael, Mona and Splinter, though Raiden remained outside with Leonardo.

Leonardo took his blades from his back and held them out, his eyes scanning the area as if waiting for something to jump out at them.

But unknown to him, a pair of yellow eyes watched from a thorny bush, a slight hissing sound came from the owner as they observed all that had taken place before them.

After watching for another few minutes, the eyes closed and vanished into the darkness and leaving the place silent and unmoved as there was no-one there at all.

Hope you enjoyed the chapter, sorry it was so short!

I wonder who those eyes belonged to! I'm sure we'll find out soon enough! Stay tuned for more! I'll update again when I can!