Disclaimer: I have nothing to do with Code Geass.
Preparing for Narita
All the members of the Black Knights were giving their leader Zero their undivided attention as Zero himself was explaining where they were going.
"Narita?" Minami asked.
"Correct," Zero responded, "we have received information that Cornelia and her forces will be on the move to the Narita Mountains and that the Japan Liberation Front is rumored to be based there. We'll be heading there this weekend and face against Cornelia and her forces there."
"So what?" Tamaki said, "Are we in a way going to help the Japan Liberation Front?"
"We might," Zero replied.
"Huh, we might?" Sugiyama responded confused.
"Um Zero, not sure if you're aware of this," Yoshida said, "but the JLF are still bitter towards us for the death of Kusakabe and his subordinates therefore I can't see them being happy to see us even if it's just to aid them."
"You are correct Yoshida," Zero said with a nod, "that is definitely most likely the case here but I'll see how General Katase will respond if I contact him."
"Wait, you'll contact him?" Minami spoke surprised.
"Yes, to see if we can form…a temporary alliance of sorts against Cornelia and her forces," Zero explained.
"And should he refuse?" Keitaro asked.
"If he refuse then that's it," Zero said, "we'll still take on Cornelia and her forces with or without the cooperation of the JLF and besides there's another reason why we're going to Narita."
"And that is?" Naoto asked.
"The Code-R Project," Zero said.
When Zero said it, it caused gasps from the members and most of them got angry because it was a reminder of Clovis and the massacre in Shinjuku.
"Rai had investigated and searched the trail of those involved," Zero continued, "and after much digging, he concluded that they are hiding out somewhere in Narita as well."
"Are you certain of this Rai?" Ohgi asked surprised looking at Rai.
"Yes, there's no doubt," Rai answered.
"I doubt Cornelia knows about them," Zero said, "so with that in mind…"
While Zero was discussing his plans with the Black Knights, CC was standing by one of the crates and looked at Zero. CC was thinking about how Lelouch acted toward her when he found out things that she intentionally kept from him and now it was a problem for CC because Lelouch was furious with her but she had a gnawing feeling that even if Lelouch's Geass got to the level that she would need to be, Lelouch would refuse to grant her wish. CC felt like she had hit a wall and she asked herself if it was worth it.
"Now then," Zero spoke, "with that, it's time for introductions….Alice."
"Yes Zero," Alice said as he stepped forward and faced the other Black Knights in her Black Knight uniform.
"This is Alice Macleod," Zero said, "She had just recently joined us."
The Black Knights were surprised to see Alice.
"Hang on, she's just a kid," Keitaro said.
"Yeah," Gen said, "and she's not…um…well…"
"Yes, I'm not Japanese," Alice said with a sigh, "although I'm not actually Britannian either."
"Wait, you're not?" Kallen asked surprised.
"Nope, I'm Scottish to be exact," Alice said.
"I didn't know that," Kallen said, "why didn't you…?"
"Kallen, you know her?" Minami asked.
"Yeah, she goes to Ashford as well," Kallen answered, "although she's in the middle school section."
"Oh," Tamaki spoke, "so Rai, you know her there as well?"
"I do," Rai said with a nod.
"Alice has proven that she can be trusted and her desire is the same as ours," Zero said, "I'm sure you have some questions for her. Well you can ask her after we finish discussing the details. Now to bring out one more person."
"Yes Zero," Nunnally's voice spoke.
Nunnally appeared before the others in her white version attire of Zero with her mask on and she stood next to Zero.
"This person here is the one who pilots the Lucan and she is my sister," Zero explained.
"So that's her," Minami said.
"The one piloting the Lucan," Sugiyama said.
"The sister of Zero?" Ohgi asked.
"Correct," The masked Nunnally spoke, "You can refer to me as Void."
"Void huh," Naoto said, "so that's what you're going by."
"So be it," Jinta said, "a pleasure Void."
"Yeah, a pleasure," Keitaro said, "and it's a nice to meet you as well Alice."
"Thank you," Alice said with a nod.
Zero looked on and liked what he was seeing.
"And so we take the next step," Zero said in his head, "now I need to contact her. I hope she has my weapon ready for my Lionel."
Area 11 Government Bureau
In one of the large rooms, Cornelia, Guilford, and Darlton were looking at cloths that were covering the bodies of dead soldiers.
"They were found in Shinjuku," Guilford reported.
"I see," Cornelia said as she walked over and looked at them, "what do we know of the circumstances? What were they doing in Shinjuku?"
"From what we were able to learn that they were members of a squad under the direct command of Prince Clovis and General Bartley," Guilford said, "they had participated in gunning down the Elevens in Shinjuku."
"So they were involved in Shinjuku as well," Cornelia said.
"Yes as to why they went there, it seems that they went there and were ready to gloat to the Elevens that were still there," Darlton said.
"That was what several of our own subordinates heard them say," Guilford added.
"How foolish," Cornelia said with a frown.
Mount Fuji
Within the mountain was a base where six people were meeting with each other. Five were old men and one was hidden with the appearance of a teenage girl.
"We gave the Black Knights the Guren Mk. II," Hidenobu Kubouin said.
"Yes and now we'll see if Zero and the Black Knights can produce the results," Tousai Munakata said.
"Well it is true that Zero and the Black Knights have accomplished what other resistance cells have not been able to do," Taizo Kirihara commented, "even the Japan Liberation Front."
"Lord Kirihara, it would seem that you have more faith in the Black Knights than you ever did with the Japan Liberation Front," Tatsunori Osakabe responded.
"It's not a question of faith," Kirihara said, "I'm just looking what has happened ever since Zero appeared and thanks to him, we know what Clovis was doing and why he ordered that massacre in Shinjuku and not only that, he was able to defeat Cornelia in Saitama."
"Yes, I even heard that the Yamato Alliance had joined up with Zero," Hiroyoshi Yoshino said, "merging themselves in the ranks of the Black Knights."
"But still was it really wise for us to give the Guren to Black Knights?" Munakata asked.
"It'll be fine," The teenage girl said with confidence.
"Really," Another old man said and looked over to the girl who was hidden, "and how can you be so sure of that Lady Kaguya?"
The girl who was known as Kaguya Sumeragi smiled.
"Call it a woman's intuition," Kaguya said.
The Next Day, Stadtfeld Manor
Kallen was out of her room in her school uniform with her bag in hand ready to head to the academy. On her way, she saw her stepmother on the phone that looked to be in a foul mood. The stepmother looked over to Kallen.
"Kallen, hold it right there," The stepmother said.
"What do you want?" Kallen said glaring at the blonde hair woman, "I have to get to school."
"Your father is on the phone," The stepmother informed, "and he wants to talk to you."
"Dad?" Kallen responded surprised.
Kallen's stepmother held out the receiver for Kallen to take and Kallen sighed with irritation and took the receiver and her stepmother left to go upstairs.
"Hello Dad," Kallen said when she put her receiver on her ear.
"Kallen, I'm so glad to hear your voice," James said.
"I'm just about to go to school right now," Kallen said.
"Oh yes of course," James said and he cleared his throat, "I'll make this quick. Kallen, I'll be coming back home very soon and I want to spend some time with you…and Naoto."
Kallen was surprised, "With me and Naoto?"
"Yes so I want you to find your brother and tell him what I just told you," James said, "please Kallen. I'll see you tomorrow."
James hung up the phone and Kallen just looked at the receiver and she clenched her teeth.
Ashford Academy
Lelouch was arrived in a classroom that was empty and he spotted Nina working on her computer again.
"I knew I find you here," Lelouch said.
Nina flinched and turned around to see Lelouch.
"V-Vice President," Nina spoke and then she cleared her throat, "W-What is it? Do you need something from me?"
"Yeah, I have a bit of a physics question," Lelouch said.
"A physics question?" Nina replied, "Um sure, I'm pretty confident in the subject. So what's your question?"
Underground Base
Nunnally was looking at a map that shown on the huge monitor and it was a map of Narita and the surrounding areas.
"Right here is Narita," Nunnally said and she concentrated on the map, "those researchers involved in this Code-R Project are hiding out somewhere in Narita. Clever I admit, it wouldn't be the first guess that they would be hiding out in the place that is controlled by the Japan Liberation Front," Nunnally surveyed the map again, "another issue is the civilians there. It would go against what the Black Knights stand for if we were to let civilians get caught up in the conflict…especially since Lelouch plans to…"
Ashford Academy
In Lelouch and Nunnally's residence, CC was looking outside from the window.
"There is nothing I can do now," CC said, "Lelouch won't even talk to me," CC was silent before she spoke again, "this happened because Jinta had to go and opened his big fat mouth. Although I still don't know how he figured that I know you 'died'.
CC walked through the residence folding her arms and she shook her head.
"Okay, okay fine," CC said, "they'll be heading to Narita and—" CC cut herself off and after some pause, she was surprised, "Wait, are you serious? He's sending those three?" CC sighed and she shook her head, "I suppose it was going to happen…" CC shook her head, "I can't…it would lead them to ask how I got this information and it's back to what you want me to not say."
Meanwhile, Suzaku arrived and he yawned as he headed for his class in the hall.
"Guess I'm feeling worn out," Suzaku said, "and this weekend is the operation in Narita. Even though I'm on standby, I have stay focus just in case."
Flashback: ASEEC Knightmare Hanger
"Um Lady Enneagram?" Suzaku said a bit hesitant.
"Hmm, yes Warrant Officer Kururugi?" Nonette replied looking at the Honorary Britannian.
"Um, is it true that members of the police force were actually participating in the Refrain distribution?" Suzaku asked with a bit of hesitation.
Nonette frowned and folded her arms, "Yes unfortunately. Princess Euphemia had her suspicions and sadly, her suspicions were correct."
Suzaku, Cecile, and Lloyd were visibly upset to hear what Nonette had just informed them.
"That's terrible," Cecile said upset.
"It is and to think that it was meant to shrink the population of the Elevens. Those stupid bastards were intentionally causing productivity in Area 11 to take a huge dive," Nonette said, "well, I'm sure that Nelly will make sure that all those involved will suffer the consequences. Those bastards dared make us look like idiots…"
Flashback End
"It's disturbing that something like that was going on," Suzaku said sadly.
"Disturbing?" Lelouch spoke.
Suzaku was surprised and he turned to see Lelouch.
"Lelouch," Suzaku spoke a bit surprised, "um…good morning."
Lelouch nodded, "Good morning Suzaku, are you okay? You seemed troubled."
"Oh um…y-yeah…it was something troubling I heard in my job," Suzaku said.
"Hmm, I see…" Lelouch said.
Suzaku thought about something and decided as he nodded.
"Say Lelouch?" Suzaku asked.
"Yes, what is it Suzaku?" Lelouch responded.
"There's something I want to discuss with you so can we talk up in the roof after class?"
Lelouch just looked at Suzaku and he nodded.
"Sure after class," Lelouch said.
"Okay, thanks," Suzaku said with a nod.
Lelouch and Suzaku walked together to get to their class and they greeted Shirley, Rivalz, and Rai when they arrived.
In the Sky
A small flagship was flying its way to Area 11 and in the flagship was members of the Geass Order operating the flagship and the three girls that were ordered by VV were among them.
"We'll be arriving in Area 11 soon," The agent with the long jet black hair that went to her upper back and blue eyes said.
"Yep, it's too bad but we have do what we need to do," The dark-skinned girl with short platinum hair and yellow eyes said.
"Alice," The girl with the long pale hair that had braided strands on both sides and had light green eyes said sadly.
Area 11 Government Bureau
"Wait, you're not having me take part of this operation?" Nonette asked, "You'd rather I stay here looking after the bureau?"
Nonette was in Cornelia's office and Cornelia had nodded at what the Knight of Nine asked.
"Yes, this operation isn't much really," Cornelia said, "it's true that the Japan Liberation Front is dwindling in numbers and they don't have much to stand on anymore for themselves. They're not much of a problem so in a way, it'll be quite excessive for you to be involved."
"Nelly, I strongly suggest that you reconsider," Nonette said, "we can't really be sure what to expect in Narita and besides, we have problems with the Black Knights. There's possibility that they'll get involved."
"If that's the case, we'll kill them along with the Japan Liberation Front," Cornelia assured, "I won't get caught off guard by Zero again, I'll be ready for him this time."
"Nelly, you really ought to let me," Nonette insisted, "I've fought Zero and almost won if I might add."
Cornelia frowned, "I know, you've been saying it over and over again since then but yet failed to capture him."
"Well, I'm just stating a fact," Nonette said placing her hands on her hips, "and I admit I made a mistake, letting Zero get away was my fault because I didn't think about his lackeys would pull such a cheap trick on me."
"Anyway, it'll be fine," Cornelia said, "you're very skilled Nonette and your abilities along with your quick thinking are why my father made you a Knight of the Round, however this is my operation and I can't keep relying on you in my operations…especially if Zero may be involved. Please Nonette, let me do my duty as the Viceroy of this area."
"Honestly Nelly," Nonette said with a sigh, "okay, I won't press on it. It is your operation, you're in charge so you do what you see fit."
"Right, thank you," Cornelia said, "I leave things here for you to watch over while I'm in Narita."
"Sure, I'll keep an eye on things here," Nonette replied.
"Thank you, I appreciate it, my senior," Cornelia said with a smile.
Ashford Academy
Class was over and Lelouch and Suzaku were on the roof of one of the buildings.
"So Suzaku," Lelouch said, "What did you want to talk to me about?"
"Well Lelouch," Suzaku replied, "I need to talk to you about something that I'm concern about."
"Hmm, what is it?" Lelouch asked.
"Lelouch…" Suzaku hesitated a bit as it was a bit hard for him but decided to go for it, "Lelouch tell me, do you still have the desire to…get revenge against Britannia?"
"Oh, where did this come from?" Lelouch asked with a raised eyebrow.
Suzaku clenched his fists and took a deep breath and then he looked at Lelouch with a calm expression as Lelouch tilted his head waiting for Suzaku to say something.
"Just please answer the question Lelouch," Suzaku said, "Do you still want to defeat Britannia? Do you still desire to take down own your father and most of the members of your family?"
"Do I still have the desire to defeat Britannia?" Lelouch spoke and then smiled, "Who knows? Zero and the Black Knights have been making quite an impact as of late against Britannia."
Suzaku flinched hearing about Zero and Lelouch smiled when he saw Suzaku flinched.
"Okay look," Suzaku said, "the reason I ask is because I'm concern for you."
"Concerned?" Lelouch replied with a raised eyebrow.
"Yeah," Suzaku said with a nod, "I thought about what you said the last time we spoke."
"You mean back in the Student Council Room?" Lelouch asked.
"Yeah," Suzaku said with a nod, "Lelouch, I know that you don't have any faith in your own country and I get why that is…I really do…it's just…it's just that even with that, I don't want you to be taken in so easily if someone was to get you to join them in taking on Britannia. First it's foolish and secondly, I know it's asking a lot but is there any chance to believe that things can change for the better with Britannia?"
Lelouch just looked at Suzaku and Suzaku took a deep breath.
"Look, there is something that's been bothering me for some time now," Suzaku said.
"What is it?" Lelouch asked.
"I don't know when and how but it seems that Zero knows about you and Nunnally," Suzaku informed, "in fact from the way Zero was talking when I first spoke to him, it seems that he knows that you two are around."
"Oh is that so?" Lelouch replied with an impressed expression.
Suzaku shook his head, "Please don't look impressed Lelouch, you might think that maybe joining with Zero will help you get your revenge against your family but let me tell you, getting revenge is never the answer. Sure you may feel satisfied at that moment, but it will leave you empty inside and I don't want you to go through with that and I certainly don't want Nunnally to suffer over it as well if something was to happen to you because you chose that empty and pointless path. So please Lelouch, I'm asking you, please get rid of any ideas, any thoughts of getting revenge against Britannia and please if Zero appears before you and offers you to join him, you must refuse."
"So is that it?" Lelouch asked, "You called me just for that?"
"I believe it's something that I wanted you to hear from me," Suzaku said, "I know you despise your own country after what happened to your mother and every terrible thing that Britannia does but I do have faith," Suzaku was determined, "I do believe that if one works to change things from within, Britannia can be so much better and if that happens, I'm sure that even you Lelouch will gradually have faith in Britannia again."
Lelouch sighed, "You amazed me Suzaku…"
"Lelouch, so that means you—" Suzaku responded being hopeful.
"You amaze me of how utterly naïve you really are," Lelouch interjected.
Suzaku was taken back and didn't like what he had just heard.
"You honestly think that you can change Britannia from within?" Lelouch asked, "I wouldn't be so sure that things will go your way just because you were simply…lucky so far."
"L-Lucky?" Suzaku spoke surprised.
"The fact that you're going on with this childish notion that Britannia will change for you makes me pity you really," Lelouch continued.
"Uh, you…you can't be serious," Suzaku replied upset with what was said.
Lelouch sighed as he put his hands in his pockets and started to walk and then he stopped next to Suzaku who was still stunned.
"I could explain and go on about why what you're trying to do will never work…but I know it will fall on deaf ears with you," Lelouch said, "Britannia is riddled with corruption and if you're not careful, you'll either die trying for your ideals or become twisted and warped for your ideals. It'll be sad if fall to either or even both," Lelouch looked over to Suzaku, "you still don't see big picture of things and you have no intention of ever doing so," Lelouch sighed sadly, "I really pity my friend."
Lelouch walked away and left and Suzaku just looked down and clenched his teeth and fists in frustration.
"Damn it Lelouch," Suzaku said upset, "Why can't you understand? Why can't you see that part of the reason why I chose this path is for yours and Nunnally's sake as well?"
Lelouch continued on walking and was determined.
"I will defeat Britannia," Lelouch said in his head, "I made my decision on that day seven years ago. Suzaku, when I confront you again," Lelouch frowned, "I will have to put an end to you."
Lelouch continued his walking and was being seen by CC who was up on another roof and she had a look of concern.
"If he decides to not fulfill his contract with me…" CC said in her head.
A Few Days Later, Narita Mountains
In a small house within Narita, two members of the Japan Liberation Front were on duty while playing Chinese checkers. The door suddenly and it was Zero which caught the two members by surprise and they instantly drew their assault rifles. Zero quickly opened the sliding compartment of his mask and used his Geass on both of them and was able to get both of them. At the base of the mountain, members of the Black Knights looked on and they were picking up Zero's signal from the Factsphere Sensors from their Knightmare Frames.
"There's the signal," Naoto said, "it's definitely Zero."
"Then we begin," Void said, "Alice, Rai, and the Yamato Alliance are with me."
"While the rest of us head up to point two and meet with Zero," Ohgi said.
"Exactly," Void said, "we all have our assigned tasks so let's complete them. As soon as we finish on our end, we'll join the rest of you."
"Understood," Naoto said and he looked at the others, "all right you heard her, let's go meet with Zero."
Void, Alice, Rai, and the Yamato Alliance went somewhere while the rest started moving their vehicles and headed up in the mountains. There were thoughts going on as they headed up in the mountains.
"So here we are, in the Narita Mountains," Sugiyama said.
"Yeah," Minami said, "he says that Cornelia will start the offensive against the Japan Liberation Front so they have the perimeter surrounded."
"The point is that we get those Code-R Project guys," Tamaki said with a grin, "taking on Cornelia and her forces just comes along with that. I'll do my best to kick ass!"
"But we'll have to be careful though," Yoshida said, "we can't forget that the Knight of Nine may be involved as well."
"Don't worry, I'm sure Zero will have some backup plan again her," Tamaki said with confidence, "he won't lose to her again."
Kallen was in the cockpit of her new Knightmare Frame and was reading the manual.
"It's amazing," Kallen said impressed.
"You like what you're seeing Kallen?" Naoto asked.
"Yeah, it really is something," Kallen said.
Ohgi was listening to Kallen and Naoto and smiled and then he wondered about the people who were involved in the Code-R Project.
"Lelouch, I wonder what you and your sister are planning to do to them when we capture them?" Ohgi asked in his head.
Back in the small cabin, Zero was looking outside and then looked back at the two JLF members he placed his Geass on.
"The conditions are in place," Zero said, "Cornelia, I will hand you another defeat."
Zero looked over to see his Lionel and there was a sword for his Knightmare and Zero was placed as he nodded.
"She really does great work," Zero said approving with a smile, "I have to make sure to let her know that I really appreciate her cooperation with us," Zero then placed his laptop on the table that he was sitting in, "Now then…"
Meanwhile within the base of the Japan Liberation Front, General Tatewaki Katase looked on as his men were working. There was a sudden transmission and it surprised him and the other members.
"What's this?" Katase asked surprised, "Is that…an open channel from an outside source?"
"But how?" One of the JLF members asked, "That shouldn't be possible."
"General, what do you want to do?" Another JLF member asked.
"Accept it, let's see who it is," Katase said.
"Yes sir," Another JLF member said.
The transmission was accepted and Zero appeared on the screen and it surprised them.
"Zero," Katase said.
"Greeting General Katase," Zero said.
"Zero, how did you get through?" Katase asked.
"I have my ways," Zero said, "but let's not get into that right now. There's something I want to discuss with you."
"Hmmm, what is it?" Katase asked.
"General Katase, I'm sure by now you're aware that Cornelia is on her way here and ready eliminate you and the rest of the JLF," Zero said.
"Yes, we're aware of that," Katase said, "in fact, Todoh and the Four Holy Swords are rushing to get back here as soon as possible…although I doubt they'll make it back in time."
"I see," Zero said, "well here's why I contacted you. General Katase, would you be interested in joining forces? At least against Cornelia and her forces for the time being."
"What?" Katase responded narrowing his eyes at Zero.
"I know for a fact that your numbers have dwindled recently and I'm sure Cornelia knows this as well," Zero pointed out, "Cornelia intends to wipe you people out. I assume that you don't want that happen and so I was thinking, the Japan Liberation Front works with the Black Knights and together we're an alliance against the Britannian forces led by Cornelia li Britannia. So what do you say General?"
The other members of the JLF look at their leader and Katase thinks about it and then he sighs.
"I see where you're going at Zero," Katase said.
"Okay and your answer?" Zero replied neutrally.
"I decline your offer," Katase answered.
"…I see," Zero said.
"Here's why I refuse to join forces with you and the Black Knights," Katase said, "The Japan Liberation Front prides itself in standing on our own against Britannia. We've never allied with any other resistance cells in Japan. We've never have and we never will. Not only that, we're not exactly fond of you people, especially you Zero."
"Hmph, is part of the reason is because I had Kusakabe killed?" Zero asked.
"…Yes, that is indeed part of it," Katase said, "now look, I know what Kusakabe did was foolish, in fact, I was angry when I learned that did what he did without even talking to me first. If I had known what he was going to do, I would have stopped him immediately and by the time I realized what he did, it was too late and there was no way to pull him and the others out. However though, the fact that you and your Black Knights had killed him and my subordinates bothers me and saving Euphemia li Britannia doesn't sit well with us."
"You say you don't approve of what Kusakabe did but yet you're bothered that the lives of civilians, not soldiers, were protected," Zero said.
"They're Britannians Zero," Katase said, "do I really need to point out that Britannians see us, the Japanese as less than human beings simply because they conquered our nation and have subjugated our people, stripping us our rights as people and even our name as a nation and people. Not only that, you've gone and made quite an impact ever since you appeared. When it comes to the Black Knights, people are willing to keep quiet about you but that was never the case with us."
"Have you ever bothered to think why that is?" Zero asked.
Katase flinched a bit and looked away with a frown.
"Do you know that most Japanese don't really condone terrorism?" Zero asked.
"I…" Katase spoke and then he huffed a bit, "I suppose I do have some idea."
"Hmph," Zero responded.
"But enough of that though. There is one thing that also bothers us," Katase said staring at Zero, "The Guren Mk. II. Kyoto has given you the Guren Mk. II," Katase shook his head, "we were really betting, really hoping that Kyoto would give us that Knightmare but instead they gave it to you," Katase said, "look, we know how you operate and what you're trying to do but…we don't share the same feelings as you do and so with that, we cannot work together."
"Hmph, that's a shame," Zero said, "it seems that it's all about your own pride in all of this."
"You can call it how you see it Zero, it doesn't matter to us," Katase said, "We'll defend against Cornelia and her forces on our own."
The other members of the JLF nodded in agreement and liked what their leader said.
"So Zero, don't bother coming to Narita," Katase said, "We'll fight against Cornelia and her forces on our own."
"I see," Zero said, "however though it's pointless to tell me that and that's because I'm already here in Narita."
"You what?" Katase said as he and the other JLF members were surprised, "But where? When did you…?"
"I never said that was not in Narita," Zero said, "besides, I had already planned to take on Cornelia and her forces, with or without your cooperation and not only that there's an important reason why I'm in Narita."
"Really and why is that?" Katase asked annoyed.
"I won't tell you," Zero replied, "since you won't cooperate with me, it's not something I'm willing to tell you."
"Zero, what are you up to?" Katase asked narrowing his eyes at Zero again, "What are you trying to do here in Narita?"
"Like I said, I have no need to tell you," Zero replied, "although I do feel that I need to inform you something."
"What is it?" Katase said.
"Be prepared and cautious because a rockslide will occur," Zero said.
"A rockslide?" Katase replied.
"Yes," Zero said with a nod, "I'll send you the signal when it will happen. I'll do that much for you. I know for a fact that you have measures in case a rockslide occurs."
"Zero, wait!" Katase said, "How do you know that—"
It was too late as Zero ended the transmission and Katase clenched his teeth and twitched an eyebrow.
"General Katase," One of the JLF members said.
Katase calmed down and sighed, "Damn you Zero."
Back in the cabin, Zero switched off his laptop and took off his mask and then he looked over and was surprised to see someone nearby. The person he saw was CC and Lelouch frowned.
"Unbelievable," Lelouch said.
Meanwhile, the G-1 Mobile Base was making its way within the Narita mountain range.
"We've confirmed that the main base of the Japan Liberation Front are within this area," Darlton reported and then turned on the monitor showing the map and the signatures of their units, "we've already divided our four main units into seven and are waiting to ambush," Darlton turns his attention to Cornelia who was sitting in on her throne, "Viceroy, they await for your signal. Once you give the signal, they'll swoop in and eliminate them."
"Excellent," Cornelia said nodding with approval.
"Is there any chance that the enemies may appear from the outside our encirclement?" Euphie asked.
Darlton and the other staff officers turned their attention to Euphie.
"I take it that you're referring to Zero," Cornelia said.
"Do not worry," Darlton assured, "right as we begin the operation, we'll close the neighboring and mountain roads."
"That's right," Cornelia said, "and if Zero is stupid enough to actually make an attempt, we'll kill him along with the Japan Liberation Front," Cornelia closed her eyes, "no, I'll personally end Zero's life myself. After all, I owe him big time for what he did in Saitama. I'm actually hoping that Zero will show up."
Euphie frowned and she closed her eyes.
Ashford Academy
In the Student Council Room, Milly was surprised when Nina told her what she wanted.
"Hold on, you want to meet Princess Euphemia?" Milly asked.
Nina looked at Milly and nodded.
"Nina, do you even understand what you're saying?" Milly pointed out, "Do you even realize who are referring to?"
Nina just looked at the page that showed the picture of Euphemia.
"Nina, she's a princess and you are a commoner," Milly continued, "it's not really simple to just meet her. I mean c'mon, being in the same hotel jacking is not something that can be really used as common ground."
"I understand that," Nina said, "but I really want to thank for what she did. I really want Princess Euphemia to know that I appreciate what she did."
Milly pondered a bit, "You know, there was a time that my family's name could make it possible. But Nina, let me ask you something, how high do you think the social standing is for the granddaughter of a school's principal is?"
"Not high at all," Nina answered.
"Correct, not high at all," Milly said with a deadpanned expression, "Although Nina, let me ask you another question."
"Hmm, what is it?" Nina replied.
"Have you, since that hotel jacking, ever thanked Sayoko?" Milly asked.
"Huh?" Nina responded surprised.
"Sayoko," Milly said turned to Nina with a serious expression, "did you thank her? Princess Euphemia wasn't the only one who helped you that time? Sayoko went out of her way to protect you and she wasn't even ordered to do so."
"Oh, right…" Nina said shifting her eyes, "that's true…um…"
Milly sighed and got concern, "Nina, can I tell you something? Seriously?"
Nina just looked at Milly, "Madam President."
Narita Mountains
Lelouch was outside the cabin and was not happy seeing CC just standing out looking at the scene.
"CC, what the hell are you doing here?" Lelouch asked, "I told you not to come. Your assistance is not required," Lelouch frowned, "nor needed."
CC turned to Lelouch with a bored expression.
"Do you really need to ask?" CC responded, "I'm here to protect you and that will never change."
"I don't need nor do I want your protection," Lelouch replied.
"You're just saying that because you're upset with me," CC said turning her attention back to the scenery.
"So what do you intend to do now?" Lelouch asked annoyed, "Just annoy me because right now, that's exactly what you're doing."
"C'mon Lelouch, don't be like that," CC replied, "besides, you've ignored me for days and every time I try talking to you, you brush me off. You know it's not good to ignore a lady Lelouch."
"Oh?" Lelouch responded tilted his head, "That's funny; I know I haven't ignored Milly, or Shirley, or Sayoko, or Kallen," Lelouch shrugged, "of course not my sister Nunnally either or even Alice for that matter. So CC, what lady are you referring to that I'm ignoring?"
CC sighed, "Okay that was pointless on my part."
"It should be obvious to why that is," Lelouch replied, "I told you what would happen since you refuse to tell me what I need to know."
"Lelouch, you're acting like a child," CC said as she turned forward, "A spoiled brat really."
"Insulting me is not going to help you," Lelouch shot back.
"…Tell me something Lelouch," CC spoke, "Why are you Lelouch?"
"What the hell are you getting at now? I'm in no mood for philosophy," Lelouch interjected, "Don't change the subject."
"You changed your surname to Lamperouge but you kept Lelouch, the name you were given from birth," CC said, "how sentimental of you, you can't let go of the past."
"I don't know what the point of what you're saying is and frankly I don't care," Lelouch said.
Snow started to fall and CC and Lelouch looked on as snow was falling.
"Do you know why snow is white Lelouch?" CC asked.
"It's white because it's forgotten what color is supposed to be," Lelouch replied.
CC was surprised and looked over to Lelouch.
"My mother said that to me a long time ago," Lelouch said and then he frowned at CC, "my mother who was killed and you know who did the damn deed but won't tell me."
"Lelouch, how many times do I have to say it?" CC responded, "I can't tell you. I made a promise."
"And you won't tell me who," Lelouch said.
"It's for your own good," CC said, "believe me."
"I have no reason to believe you," Lelouch said, "and since there's nothing else, I want you to leave right now."
"Lelouch," CC spoke eying Lelouch, "are you sure you would just want me to leave?"
"Just go," Lelouch demanded, "we'll be just fine without your assistance. I have no need to work with those who intend to just jerk me around."
CC sighed, "Lelouch, I believe I need to remind you of something. You and I are under contract. Do you understand that? Because if you really decide to not fulfill your end of the contract—"
"You'll just leave and look for the next person," Lelouch interjected, "Just like you have always done in the past, right?"
CC was shocked with what Lelouch said.
"It's what you do, right CC?" Lelouch spoke, "It probably doesn't matter to you who it is as long as that person gets their Geass up to the certain level and take the code from you so that you can die," Lelouch shrugged, "in the end, that's the only thing that really matters to you."
CC just looked at Lelouch as he went to his Knightmare Frame and placed his mask on.
"Quite frankly," Lelouch said, "I see no point in continuing with this any further.
"Lelouch?" CC spoke with a raised eyebrow, "Lelouch, what are you saying exactly?"
Lelouch just looked at CC behind his mask.
That's it for this chapter. Next chapter: The battle begins in the Narita Mountains.