Author's Note: Here we are. Perhaps the most important new chapter since Turn 13. Probably because this isn't categorized as a bonus chapter. This is something I can't imagine you thought you would see. I debated on if this would be better for the sequel, but I know that if I saved it for there it would have to come about in the first chapter. Doing so now helps set the tone for Code Geass: Lelouch of the Radio Show. Not to mention gives me more freedom on how to start the sequel when the time comes.

With all that said . . . there is nothing more I deem necessary to mention in this section of the chapter. I can save it until the author's note at the bottom.

Please enjoy the final chapter of Code Geass: Lelouch of the Talk Show. I vow to hold it to a high standard.

Inspiration: This story is the first fanfiction I've written that was inspired by a different one. Late Night Rebellion with Zero by nanoman79. Check it out if you want to see it the story that gave me an idea. Though it does get kind of nuts.

Disclaimer: I do not own Code Geass to any extent. At all.

Turn 14
Setting the Stage

"Princess Eu-"

She sent him an exasperated look, "Suzaku. How many times do I have to tell you? Just Euphie unless the situation requires you to be formal. It's only us and my sister right now."

"Bu-"

"No buts. You are more than my knight. You are my boyfriend." The pinkette ignored the slight crack of the pen her sister was holding at the last word. Giggling she pulled the Japanese teen's head, which had snapped towards Cornelia, back to her. Lightly kissing him before he could properly react. Smiling prettily as she backed off to leave him blushing.

"I know my sister still doesn't like there being an us, but don't worry. She won't actually follow through on her threats if you hurt me. Probably." She almost giggled again at the shade of white his face turned, "So don't be so scared of her."

Suzaku nervously nodded because even after nearly a year of dating the princess her older sister actively made weekly threats. They were quite . . . imaginative as well. He knew Cornelia approved of him as a soldier, but he suspected there would no man worthy of her sister in the Viceroy's eyes. Which is an opinion that he very much shared no matter what Euphie said.

The conversation might have continued like that if not for the very poignant sound of a gunshot just outside their door. Suzaku became immediately alert and stood up, "Princess! Get behind me!" Without arguing she followed his command and momentarily locked eyes with her sister. She steeled herself for what was to come as the Witch of Britannia gave an imperceptible nod.

The Japanese Knight stood firm as blood pooled visibly under the door. While he was trying to figure out how anyone after the Viceroy and Sub-Viceroy got so far the door opened. His mind went blank as Zero, gun in hand, stepped into the room. "L-Lelouch . . ."

Without another word spoken the masked man pointed his gun at Suzaku, "I must apologize for not calling ahead. Especially since I'm here on business."

The green-eyed youth was trembling at what those words might imply. He only managed to get some amount of a grip when he caught sight of the hand belonging to the man that Lelouch just had murdered. Taking a deep breath, "Zero. What are you doing here?"

Lelouch raised an eyebrow under his mask. He was impressed with how quickly his friend had shaken off his shock. Smirking he ignored Suzaku's question altogether, "War has started once again, Princess Euphemia." His smirk widened when she played her part.

"Unfortunately what you say is true. Even so. There is nothing I can do to stop it." The lavender-eyed teen stepped out from behind her Knight. She gave both men a solemn look of regret. Her eyes showing how much she wished that were not the case. The princess was now standing in front Suzaku.

"Euphie! Please get behind me."

Calmly the revolutionist lowered his gun, "What you say is not true. You can help me." Suzaku froze and stared at him with a sinking feeling. Raising his weapon-less hand towards the pinkette he stood tall. "Come with me, Princess. With you by my side this war will end before the year is out. It will be done before too much blood is shed."

"I-I can help?" Suzaku could hear the hope in her voice and part of him couldn't blame her. His best friend's claim was bold considering it is already July. That gave him five months to do what he was promising. Even so. There is no way Lelouch could win this fight. Now he was trying to drag Euphie into it and that could not be allowed.

As he was gathering the courage to shoot his friend Cornelia spoke for the first time. "Sub-Viceroy! Do not believe the words of our- no. Don't believe this terrorist." The harsh reprimand seemed to have got through to the princess to Suzaku's relief. He hoped Lelouch would leave now seeing it was futile. A hope that was quickly dashed.

The masked man let out a sinister chuckle as the pinkette started to step back, "I was hoping I wouldn't have to do this, but it seems you leave me no choice." He side-stepped and allowed a familiar figure with amber eyes to walk into the room. The purple-haired princess called out in alarm as a visibly injured Guilford was pulled into the room. An arm around his neck and a gun placed to his head.

"Let me reiterate," he held his hand out again, "Join me . . . or else."

The white knight didn't understand why this was happening. Lelouch had gotten to know Guilford and both of them, at the very least, respected the other. That was without considering the man's relationship with Cornelia. He knew that his friend knew that the Viceroy would give him no leniency if something happened to her Knight. This just didn't make sense.

Suzaku felt powerless as his beloved princess slowly walked to her brother. Head down and her eyes sad. "Don't worry Euphemia. You will see them again." The Japanese man could hear the smirk under the mask as anger began to overpower his confusion. His emotions causing him to act as Zero turned around and pulled the pinkette with him.

"LELOUCH!" Hope rose in his chest when his friend stopped walking. "What are you doing?! Euphie and Cornelia aren't your enemies!"

He let out a hollow laugh and didn't turn around, "Au contraire, Suzaku. They are siding with the emperor and as such they are very much my enemy." The prince jerked his head slightly behind him as he pulled the princess out of the room. C.C. threw Guilford at the green-eyed boy to give them more time.

Within moments Cornelia was taking her Knight into her arms and checking over him. She yelled when she noticed Suzaku still standing there, "What are you doing?! Go rescue my sister dammit!"

Her screech kicking him out of his reverie and he ran out the door. Guilford smiled as soon as he was out of earshot, "They kept their word."

She raised an eyebrow, "Did you honestly think he wouldn't?"

The knight chuckled despite himself, "No . . . not really."

Suzaku was, for the first time since he learned who Zero was, angry at his best friend. Blood pumping as hope swelled for a few moments when he saw pink turning the corner. The teen ran faster in a desperate attempt to save the woman he loved, but was forcefully stopped. As he turned the corner a fist slammed into his face. He was almost knocked out as his head slammed into the floor.

The young knight's nose unquestionably broken as his vision cleared just enough to see a flash of red kick him back down when he tried to get up. "K-Kahlem?"

"Sorry Suzaku, but it would be for the best if you stayed down." The Ace of the Black Knight's looked down at him in pity, "We're going to win this war and your princess will be very helpful. Be proud of her." The red head turned, but paused a few steps away. "A piece of advice. Get your head checked before piloting a knightmare. I hit you pretty hard."

He tried to get up to follow Kallen despite her warning and found it nigh impossible to walk on his own. Ignoring the intense swimming sensation in his head he forged onward. Clinging to the wall and hoping that he would somehow manage to catch up.

"I assume he hasn't given up?"

She nodded, "I spotted the stubborn ass making his way here by holding onto the wall, but the point wasn't to knock him out after all."

Lelouch grinned under his mask, "Indeed." Several minutes later he was tapping his foot impatiently, "That witch is cutting it close. She needs to get here now. Suzaku can't be far now and our escape route isn't open yet."

The wall on the opposite side of the room was suddenly demolished as C.C burst through it with the Gawain. Lelouch sighed with relief before bowing to his sister theatrically, "Our ride is here, princess." He was pretty sure she snorted and muttered something about everything needing to be dramatic with him, but he ignored her.

Taking her hand he gently, though quickly, pulled her to the knightmare frame. His accomplice laying the Gawain's hand on the floor so he could help his sister into it. "Lelouch . . ."

The pinkette's voice drew his attention, "We'll talk when we get to the base Euphie. I promise. Until then please remain in your role." He squeezed her hand gently to help comfort her before climbing into the front seat of the cockpit as C.C. slipped into the back. Smirking as Suzaku came into the room just as Kallen was clambering into the same hand that held the Sub-Viceroy.

"EUPHIE!" She looked back just as the hand she was in lifted into the air.

Taking a deep breath she steeled her resolve. Leaning against the giant mech's fingers she fruitlessly reached her arm out between them, "SUZAKU!" Her desperate plea convinced him to try to walk again, but he fell to his knees after only a few steps. He was pretty sure Kallen gave him a bad concussion.

The Gawain began to fly away with Kallen and Euphie each in hand. "I'll find you! I swear!"

She wept with the knowledge she purposely hurt the man she loves."I'll see you soon . . . my knight." Pink hair whipping around in the wind as Zero made sure plenty of people saw the kidnapping of Euphemia li Britannia.

"Big sister?" The pure-hearted princess poked her head into the silent Viceroy's office. "Hello?" Euphemia didn't understand why Cornelia asked her to come meet her here so late at night. She squinted because she couldn't even see through the inky darkness within the room. Stepping into the room she slid her hand along the wall to turn on the lights when she was suddenly pulled forward by a pair of hands.

Frightened as the door closed behind her she panicked. Trying, and failing, to push off her attacker she would have screamed had she not heard a familiar voice whisper. "Calm down."

"Lelouch?"

"I'm here too. Now stop struggling and lower your voice."

"You too Cornelia?"

The military leader sighed and whispered again, "I said lower your voice. We can't allow anyone to know about this meeting. That is why it is pitch black in here."

Euphie, once more too loudly, spoke, "I see." Finally able to see their faces and thus the fierce stare both of them were sending her. Lowering her voice, "Sorry." The princess did look at them strangely because he, and her sister, were both wearing very plain clothing.

Noticing her look Lelouch explained, "We had to remain under the radar. Wearing all black as you walk around at night is just being suspicious. The key to moving undetected is to look like just another face in the crowd or like you belong wherever you are." She nodded in understanding before opening her mouth to ask another question, "We're here to discuss you."

"Me?"

"Yes," Cornelia gave her a guilty smile, "You are going to go into hiding before the fighting begins."

"No." Euphemia replied forcefully. She immediately lowered her voice again as when she realized her folly. Shaking her head, "I can't abandon my duties. Besides who is going to do the paperwork part of things while you are commanding battles."

"I'm sorry but I'm not giving you a choice." The pinkette was going to argue more when she noticed her sister's posture change, "You don't understand. I-I can't lose you."

Her eyes softened, "Big sister . . ."

"Our father threw Lelouch and Nunnally away like nothing. What do you think he will do to you Euphie?"

"Why would he do anything to me? I've not done anything to earn his ire."

"That's where you're wrong." Lelouch interrupted their argument, "It was your announcement that caused him to fall down those stairs . . . thanks for that by the way." He couldn't help his grin when they rolled their eyes. "Beyond that you are defying the Empire's status quo by openly dating Suzaku."

Her lavender eyes widened when it was put like that, "Oh."

Cornelia snorted, "'Oh' is an understatement."

"I think you've mistaken his lack of action against you since he woke up as a sign of approval, Euphie." She paled at the implication behind his words, "Taking actions against you wouldn't have worked in his favor because of the treaty's affect on the empire's politics. Of course that isn't something he cares about, but we have confirmed that Schneizel had a part in staying his hand."

"And with the treaty gone now . . . oh." The teen repeated herself with now dawning horror.

The elder princess's lips pressed into a thin line of worry, "Now you understand." The pinkette could see the fear on her sister's face, "Unfortunately I can't just secrete you away. It will be too obvious."

"Which is why you will be counting on Zero." Their brother spoke of his alter ego as if they weren't the same person.

Cornelia's shoulders fell and she nodded, "Yes. That is why I must believe in you, Lelouch. As much as I wish I could do more for Euphie my hands are tied."

Something had been niggling in the back of the pinkette's head, but she only now understood what it was. A sense of dread filled her as she brought it up, "You guys are only mentioning me. Suzaku is coming with me, right?" The duo only gave her an apologetic stare, "No! I can't leave him! He's in as much danger as I am! If not more!"

"Bringing Suzaku along would only raise the very suspicions this plan is meant to throw off."

"I can't tell him either can I?" Tears began falling as she realized what she would have to do.

Lelouch shook his head as her sister brought her into a hug, "I'm sorry Euphie. Being raised in Pendragon you will have learned how to fool the masses. Even if it isn't a skill you like using. Your knight on the other hand can't act convincingly enough for us to hedge our bets on his ability."

"B-but . . . where will I go?"

That brought a smile to both of their faces, "You will be disappearing with Shirley and her mother. You will hide in plain sight as a transfer student at a public school here in the settlement."

"How would that work?"

"People see what they want to see. All you have to do is give them enough to go on and they do the rest. The transfer of a pair of twin sisters won't be questioned." Chuckling he continued, "That aside. We need to go over how Zero will kidnap you Princess."

Rakshata studied Nina's research and was amazed at how complicated it was. Though she was also disappointed in how clueless she was when it came to how potentially catastrophic her work could be. It was clear it was only recently when her faith in her homeland was broken and still hadn't considered what might happen if this was weaponized. Which, with Britannia being what it is, would have been inevitable.

The girl was also mentally unstable after her boyfriend died in the Avalon's attack on Hi-TV. Her research was so brilliant that she was reluctant to do what she was about to. Rakshata glanced from the screen to her new protégé who was standing beside her with a hopeful expression. "Damn. This is going to crush her," The scientist grimaced at the thought and turned to her fully and tried to think of how to put this gently. After all, though she wasn't a fan of most people, destroying the spirit of someone filled with such promise wasn't something she liked.

Nina's smile faltered as her mentor kept staring at her with a troubled expression. "Miss Rakshata? Did I . . . do something wrong?"

Knowing she had to answer, "No. Your work is brilliant."

"But?"

Carefully she set her pipe onto the desk next to her and sighed, "You have to stop researching this." Rakshata could see the girl freeze and quickly set to stopping a break down, "At least for now Nina."

"W-why?" Her voice was quiet and trembling.

"This could easily do what you want and be our solution for clean energy worldwide, but there's a catch." She frowned as she looked back at towards the data.

"Britannia."

Nodding, "Mostly, but it's not just the Empire to worry about. Much of the world isn't a lot better. I'm proud of you because this would help change the world. Unfortunately with the state the world is in now it might not be for the better. All it would take is someone with the right know-how and a lot of funding to turn your research into perhaps the most devastating weapon ever created."

"Will I ever be able to pick up where I left off?"

"I don't know." The eccentric woman smiled sadly as she picked her pipe back up, "I'm sorry."

"Do you think he'll ever forgive me Lelouch?" Euphemia looked at her brother with regret. She was standing in the Black Knight's submarine along with the rest of the student council and Shirley's mother. "How can I face him when this is all over?"

He didn't mean to vocalize it, but her worries made him chuckle. Seeing the look she sent him he just smiled back. "You shouldn't worry so much. If there is anyone Suzaku won't forgive it will be Cornelia and I. The idiot loves you too much to hold it against you."

She blushed at his frankness about his best friend's feelings for her when what he said actually registered. "Hey! He's not an idiot." She got flustered as he raised an eyebrow at her, ". . . Fine. He might be an idiot but he's my idiot."

He tried holding it back, but her comment made him start laughing again. It took a solid minute for him to be able to stop laughing as he wiped away tears. "That he is, Euphie. That he is." Lelouch snickered at her frown before pushing it away, "Seriously though. He might be unhappy with us, but he could never stay mad at you."

"Y-you think so?"

Grinning, "Of course!" He was happy to see that her fears were assuaged. What he said was true anyway. Honestly Lelouch was more concerned with what Suzaku might do to him rather than his sister. Their local white knight will understand why they did this, but until the war is over he isn't even aware of it being an act. That is not something he would worry her with however.

Content with how the conversation ended he started walking away towards Shirley and her mother when she stopped him. "Wait."

Blinking he turned back around, "Yes Euphie?"

She avoided his eyes and shifted nervously as she remembered something she had been ignoring. "I . . . I thought you said you weren't actually going to kill anyone during my kidnapping." Biting her lip she looked at him with tears in her eyes. "You lied to me."

Lelouch sighed, but nodded, "I did, but it was for your sake."

"Because I would have never agreed with it."

"That is correct, but there is more to it than that." Just thinking of the man he Geassed for this plan set him on edge. He was a prime example of why he hated most nobles. "He was the only person I killed today, but it was a fate well-deserved."

She blinked at him through her tears with confusion, "How could that be deserved?!"

"He wasn't a soldier Euphie. He was a noble Euphie." He held up a hand to stop her comment, "There is a reason why he was dressed as a soldier and I will explain that later. His noble status wasn't why I killed him either before you ask."

"Then . . . why?"

Lelouch grimaced, "A few years ago that man was on trial for several counts of murder and rape." He noticed her eyes widening, "Unfortunately he got off."

"So he was innocent?" The prince stared at her flatly and she flushed in embarrassment, "His status was why then?"

Nodding, "You see he was the heir to a multi-billion dollar international corporation and those he had attacked, fatally or not, were his servants. Most of them were Elevens, but some were numbers from other Area's. In fact the only reason why he was taken to court at all was he was also suspected of extortion."

His eyes flashed in disgust as he continued, "There wasn't enough evidence for the latter, but despite the overwhelming proof for the first two charges he was let go."

"Due to the fact the victims weren't Britannian." She stated knowing it would be true.

"It has been several years, but I have proof he continued his criminal acts. The system wasn't going to take care of him so I used him for this plot. Just took some . . . convincing. I'll explain later I promise. So please go wait for me in my office. I need to go speak to Shirley and her mother.

With a lot to think about she agreed and let him go.

Shirley smiled at him as he came her way, "I see the mission was a success Lulu." Out of the corner of her eye she could see her mother narrow her eyes at him. Understandably her mother was not a fan of Lelouch after he revealed his identity. Zero was the man who caused Joseph Fenette's death and she was not as forgiving as Shirley was. The orangette blushed lightly as he leaned down and kissed her cheek.

"Everything went according to plan. Suzaku has good reason to give his all in the coming war now and without undue suspicion on him. Not to mention that Euphie is safe and, for a time, will be able to live a normal life. It's a gift that shouldn't be taken for granted. I should know."

She giggled and nodded, "I think you're right. It's been weird for me to adjust to being famous through my relationship with you. The princess has always had to deal with that kind of attention hasn't she?"

"Yes. A few months spent in anonymity will be something she will enjoy. A time where there are no expectations beyond that of going to school, making friends, and getting good grades will do her good." Lelouch let himself relax and think about those seven years in exile. He remembered how he was as a child and knew that those years away were for the best. He just wished his mother didn't have to die or Nunnally losing all she did for it to happen.

"Do you really think we can so easily disguise ourselves? She's a princess and I'm one of Zero's girlfriends. I know what you've said, but . . ." She looked at him as she voiced her concern.

Lelouch smiled to show her he wasn't concerned, "Yes. I've went out in public in disguise myself using similar methods. The biggest difference is you will wear yours for a few months, but we still won't need to do much." Reaching down and lightly taking her hand in his, "All that you need to do is to remember to keep your story straight and not act like Shirley Fenette. As you know that means you can't join the swim team. In fact I would suggest, if you join in club at all, make sure it isn't an activity many people know you like."

Having his hand in hers bolstered her confidence and she squeezed back. "Alright. I trust you. Though I still wish you would let me have a more active role."

"I know and you know why I can't let you." The raven-haired teen purposely looked towards her mother as he continued, "I've already cost you a member of your family and I can't be the reason your mother loses her daughter." Glancing back down to the orangette, "Not to mention what it would do to me. I love you Shirley and like it or not you are stuck with me for as long as you want me. If that happens to be for the rest of your life then I'll make sure it is a long one."

She leaned up and kissed him, "I'll never get tired of you. Even when you made me forget about you I was slowly falling back in love with you. Seems you're in the same situation I am. Stuck with me until you die and I won't let you leave me so easily." She rested her forehead against his and stared into his eyes.

Lelouch began laughing and soon she joined in, "We make quite the pair. No . . . Kallen and Milly are just as stubborn as we are. The four of us are really something." She nodded in agreement as he looked back to her mother. He didn't particularly care she was clearly unhappy with their declarations. "Mrs. Fenette . . . I'm still not sure if I can trust you to not go to Britannia."

"Lulu!" Shirley frowned at him for his accusation.

"How dare you! Why would I do something that could harm my daughter?!"

He narrowed his eyes at her, "That's simple. Even if you don't plan on it right now that doesn't mean you won't get tired of living a lie. You might start thinking that by turning in Euphemia that both of you will be able to get safe passage to Britannia where you won't be bothered.

The woman's eyes widen and he can barely hold back his scowl, "You've already thought about it haven't you. I can tell by the look in your eyes." Scoffing, "If you think that no one would come for one of the people Zero cares for or that they would let her go scott free then you are horribly deluded Mrs. Fenette."

"Why you-"

"Mom. Lelouch is right." She had seen the look too and she hated that she would entertain it at all. "I would be too great of a target because of my relationship with him. Whether or not you ever actually seriously considered it. If not now who is to say you wouldn't do it in two months."

"I am well aware that you don't like me and I understand why, but you need to realize that those actions could cost your daughter her life. I might have had a part in the death of your husband, but you would be at fault for her loss. Not me."

The woman shook as the truth of his words got to her and she broke down. It might be cold of him, but he didn't have much sympathy for her. Shirley on the other hand let up on her stare and hugged her mother. Clearly hoping this would solve it, but he just couldn't leave this to chance. Not the safety of two of the only people he cared about in the world. His first love and one of his girlfriends. He let their moment pass in silence before he did what he had to.

When the green-eyed girl finally pulled away two minutes later so she could wipe her tears he took it his chance. "I'm sorry Shirley." Both her and her mother blinked and looked towards him as took out his contact.

"Lelouch! No!" She knew what his plan was once she saw Geass and stepped in front of Mrs. Fenette, "We can trust her. She's my mother!"

He covered his eye so he could speak freely, "Don't worry. All I will command of her is to remain under her new identity until this war is won. Nothing more and nothing less. Even if it seems like she understands now I only want to make sure."

"W-what are you talking about?" He could tell the woman sounded fearful, but knew it had to be done.

He ignored the question and pleaded with her daughter, "Please Shirley. She will still remain who she is. After the war she will return to normal. Can you blame me for wanting to ensure your safety?"

"I . . . no. I don't like it, but I understand. Do you promise what you say is true, " she searched his eyes hoping the answer she found there would comfort her. His smile and the light in his eyes told her all she needed to know as she slipped out from in front of her mother. "Fine." Smiling back she turned towards her mother. "It's okay mom. Please trust me, but look at Lulu."

"I, Lelouch vi Britannia, order you to remain hidden as your false identity of Mrs. Robinson until Area 11 is known as Japan once more!"

His left eye flashed blue and he caught the leg of the attacker before throwing him into another opponent. Sweating as he turned and blocked a punch from a third person. Another blue flash as he dodged the slice of a knife. The man smirked as he continued to put the beat down on these agents.

"Do you really think it wise to not tell him of Zero's identity, Master V.V.?" Violet eyes studied the blonde immortal, but was unable to decipher his thoughts. The young assassin never could as much as he tried. His emotions were too well-guarded and instead returned to watching the spar through the one-way mirror.

A sinister smile spread on the child's face, "Yes. It is for the best. Our enemy has said it himself after all. It doesn't matter who is wearing the mask. The project doesn't need to know Rolo."

"As you wish." Even so he felt obligated to continue his close observation of the man as his first mission drew near. Rolo wondered if his leader was just testing the enemy and expected the attempt to fail. Locating and killing Zero was a big first assignment for anyone. Even for someone as driven as Jeremiah Gottwald.

To Be Continued . . .

Author's Note 2: Feels bittersweet to be actually done this time. There are no more chapters. Special or otherwise. This is the true final chapter for Code Geass: Lelouch of the Talk Show. The only other update left for this story is when I post the sequel. For that I would like to repeat what I've stated before. I want to pursue a few other stories before getting entrenched in that.

Plus I wish to rewatch season 2 of Code Geass. Some characters either get much more screen time there and others simply never appear in season 1 at all. The sequel will inevitably involve those kinds of characters and I want to feel confident in my writing of them. There is a reason why Kaguya didn't stick around long in this story.

I do hope I succeeded in laying down the groundwork for the shift in writing that will take place in the sequel. There will still be humor, but it will not be a primary focus. What I can promise is that Code Geass: Lelouch of the Radio Show will be more akin to the actual series. I already have ideas for some plot twists. As the chapter title said. I'm setting the stage.

A small explanation feels needed. I didn't feel like there was a good point in the chapter for it to come up, but I'll explain what the sequel's title refers to. It's less Lelouch's radio show and more Milly's. Think of FDR's fireside chats. Sometimes Lelouch or someone else might come on with her, but for the most part it will Milly keeping up the spirit of the Japanese as they fight to get their country back. Though she won't be fighting she will be very important to the war effort.

All that aside. I thank all of you for sticking with me and reading this far. Thank you for all the feedback, favorites, and follows. Both for my profile itself and any of my stories. Especially this one. During 2015 I promised myself to buckle down on my writing as I use these stories to practice my writing style. So I can approach my original work with confidence that it will turn out well. I succeeded with flying colors as ideas hit me from left to right. I published EIGHT stories last year and finished the majority. Most were short. Between one and three chapters in length, but I also rewrote Gossip Princess. (Which in regards to that . . . I don't know. Drawing a blank on what to do next.) I even started rewriting my very first story from 2009, but writing this story has made my standards higher. So all but the prologue is getting scrapped.

My skills as a writer have improved by leaps and bounds while I've also reconnected with one of my closest friends who I hadn't talked to for much too long. Speaking of which. Shout-out to TTY7 because she's amazing and her stories deserve more attention. Other shout-outs are go to people I talked to about Talk Show through private messages and got bounced concepts off of. Such as: BlackTyrantValvatorez, Rhivan, A.D. Fields, Half-Dragon127, and Loki son of Laufey. I also thank Nanoman79 for allowing me to use their concept then take it completely in my own direction.

Again I would like to say Thank You. From the bottom of my heart I hope you all enjoyed Code Geass: Lelouch of the Talk Show in its entirety. It wasn't perfect, but I hope you had as much fun reading it as I did writing it. I'll see you soon for Unexpected.