Katsuki: We'll imprison him for the time being.... I want him to be executed on the cross, and I'll make sure he suffers for all of it.
Ren: Katsu.......
Katsuki: There isn't much we can do now.... Once we're clear, we'll signal the others.... I want them to enjoy as much of life in the Capital as well...

"Katsu.." Kairi then nodded, "Of course. Our only other main threat is already in the hands of Esdeath. Though, with the sudden changes, it's only going to mean chaos and confusion among the guards and it'll probably spread to the people in the Capital if you don't move quick." Kairi put down her barriers, beyond them only being knocked out guards who've probably attempted to go through the barrier. "I can take Honest down to the cell. I say you should bring everyone under control so you can officially take your rightful spot.." Kairi suggested. "Alright?"

Katsuki: *He nodded* Then I guess Aoi Hono and I will have to use our trick again.... Ren, do you still have flag with that sigil?
Ren: Yeah, waiting just for you....
Katsuki: Good.... *He then undid the bandage again, this time dropping it* Then it's about time we get to it...
Ren: So... What's the plan?
Katsuki: I want to do this to have the least casualties as possible.... So, I want to gather them in one place... My stage... The coliseum....
Ren: The people, as well as the guards.....
Katsuki: Once we get them under control, our victory is assured...
Ren: You're a quick planner... When I said that you'd matured...... I wasn't kidding Katsu...
Katsuki: Mm..... We'll have more time for a touching moment later..
Ren: Right, let's get to it...
Katsuki: This plan should take the heat from Kairi to take Honest down to the cells.
Ren: Make your way to the coliseum afterward, I doubt you'll want to miss this.

Kairi nodded, "Got it. I wouldn't want to miss it for the world. Don't worry, I'll make it quick and I'll be right there!"
Kairi first removed Erastone from Honest's hand and then took his unconscious body down to the cells. She purposely brought him to the far back in order to keep him isolated. She went into the cell, placing him inside. Looking around, she noticed there were a bunch of scribbles all around the walls. "I guess they've kept someone in here before....." She looked around at the scribbles for awhile longer until one of them caught her eye. She kneeled down to look closer to it, realizing that on the wall was the mark that was on her lower back, the mark which everyone in her clan wore in order to protect Kairi's identity. She gently placed her hand over the scribble, her body getting tense. "........ A long time ago, when the Empire found out about my Imperial Arm.. They kidnapped one of the members assuming it was me, considering we all wore the same mark..... But, who they actually ended up taking was my mom... And we eventually had to find out that they killed her, almost as a warning sign..." She clenched her hand, "So, this is where they kept her for all that time......?" Kairi quickly stood up and kicked Honest across the face, probably knocking him back into consciousness. "God damn bastards, every last one of you! Just because of my Imperial Arm, you decided you had to play your best cards, huh!? And now every one of them are gone! Just because you were too scared of what an Imperial Arm can be like in the hands on an Akamine...... I hope you enjoy your time in this damn cell, Honest..." She then walked out, locking up the cell. She stared at the scribbles on the wall a little longer before she just stormed off, making her way to the coliseum.

Ren: Let's begin Katsu!
*Katsuki and Ren began to move as the guards gave chase to them, though Katsuki took the quickest path to the coliseum, Ren took a longer path as to get them at the same place but just enough time to not clutter them*
Katsuki: *He then stood at the center of the coliseum, then looking at the guards* You'll stop in your place!
*They then stopped in their places, no longer chasing Katsuki, but watching him*
Katsuki: The coliseum shall serve as the perfect stage to begin!
Ren: *As Katsuki said that, burned the flag that was there, changing it to match Katsuki's sigil*
Katsuki: People of the capital!!! I urge you not to panic, I only wish to speak with you....
*The citizens in the crowd talked in confusion as they witnessed what happened*
Ren: [Here we go...]
Katsuki: From the time I was born, I was only an orphan...I was someone who thought he could make no difference in this world.... But, I grew up.... I've learned more about this world than I can fathom... The Empire was deep rooted in corruption, innocents fell all for the sake of war. Loved ones gone, I wish I could bring them back.... However, even if I can't bring them back.... What I can do.... I can promise a new era... I can promise that innocent people will no longer fall for the sake of a bloodthirsty ruler.... The flames of revolution were stoked in order to kill the corruption.... The sigil you see before you....
Male citizen A: That.... That's the sigil of the Fourth Emperor.
Katsuki: Correct... He's part of my ancestry... He ruled with a golden and righteous heart. He did everything he could for his people.... No more will innocent people starve because of lower social class. No more shall innocent people stay behind a cell... No more shall innocent people be killed for the sake of the Empire's wars... All shall be in a safe haven within the Capital....
Male Citizen C: He's the Emperor incarnate.....
Ren: This is your new Emperor.... Katsuki!
Katsuki: I will ensure the Capital is protected with some of the best guards, I will serve to the people... I am here to reclaim the throne and right all wrongs....
*Though they were confused by it all at first, the crowd then began to cheer*
Ren: Looks like you got public opinion on your side... I'm so proud of you baby brother...
Katsuki: I ain't a baby no more.... *He still smirked* Still, hearing that from you... I guess I can't be upset..

On her way to the coliseum, Kairi was starting to calm down from what happened in the cells. She made it near the beginning of his speech, staying until the very end. Kairi was there to cheer for him and pushed through the crowd to get to the front and to Katsuki. "Katsu!" She then held her hands behind her back, with a bright smile, "Everything was fine, for the most part, bringing Honest down. But, I was able to make it for every last word! Words wouldn't even be able to describe how proud I am of you... Though, I'm not surprised because who wouldn't want to side with someone like you? I'm sure once Night Raid gets the news, everyone will be ecstatic for you."

Katsuki: *He nodded* I wouldn't have gotten this far without you all...
Ren: .....
Katsuki: Though I'm gonna need you to tell me.... This whole coup... You planned all of it.... I doubt you came up with this plan in just the 24 hours...
Ren: Well, you got me there..... You're right.... I've spent years planning this... Knowing Aoi Hono, and letting it reach its maturity point... Getting you inside... Yet, I didn't plan for Honest to still be alive.... Why leave him in the cell?
Katsuki: ........ Call it something a bit personal......
Ren: ..... I see.....
Katsuki: Tell me something..... The emperor, or the late emperor rather.... I know killing him shouldn't have been easy... Not to mention, Erastone...
Ren: Now you're asking the good questions.... Well, the Emperor did have an Imperial Arms called Shikoutazer... However...... You know of Erastone's ability to erase an Imperial Arms...
Katsuki: Of course, wait a sec.... You used Erastone in some way...
Ren: I never did establish my Imperial Arm huh? I'm not that different from you... I hold Kagutsuchi, the flame Dragon... *He said showing his dragon scales on his upper arm*
Katsuki: Did you use a bit of Kagutsuchi's power in the Emperor's drink?
Ren: Mhm.....
Katsuki: Alright I'll bite, I'm impressed....... So, you say you planned everything? Did you plan for Kairi?
Ren: ............. *He'd grown silent for a bit* ........ I hadn't.... At first....
Katsuki: At first?
Ren: ....... *He looked and walked to Kairi* ...... I'm willing to bet.... Kairi's the reason Esdeath is even still walking....
Katsuki: [He saw through that...]
Ren: Katsu.... That pressure I felt, I could tell..... You had EVERY intention on killing her... But I'd agree that Kairi deserves that opportunity...
Katsuki: What do you mean?
Ren: Kairi's mom.... There's a symbol down in the cells... the clan's mark.... *He shook his head* I'm sorry that I couldn't do anything to help her...
Katsuki: Wait.... So....
Ren: That's why you left Esdeath alive.... It all comes full circle.. Your mom, I wouldn't have a doubt how proud she is of you...

Kairi stared at Ren, "So... So, you already knew...." She felt her eyes starting to fill up with tears but she fought against them, "Do.. Do you really think she's proud...? .... When I went down to lock Honest away, I saw it, the mark on the wall... It was like I could remember the day clearly, the day we found out my mom was missing..... And everyday from there, the updates only seemed to get worse and worse, it pained me...... You don't have to apologize about not doing anything about it, it wasn't on you... It already hurts that I wasn't able to do anything as it is.... Even when it was just Esdeath, I wasn't there to protect any of them......." Kairi shook her head, "That's why I want Esdeath in my hands... This very Imperial Arm that I have, the mark I bear because of it... it's the same reason why my mom had to suffer, it's why they're all gone now. I want to feel like I can finally can bring something good with it. It's partially why I'm so adamant about being on Katsu's side... I wanted to help you all and finally bring peace to the Capital, but I also want to finally bring peace to my family as well..." She couldn't fight against the tears any longer as they started to go down her face but, she quickly turned away from them, wiping them away. "I'm sorry, I really don't mean to get all emotional, but it's truly all I want to do and I would only hope they would be proud of me for it..."

Katsuki: *He shook his head as he put his hand on her shoulder* You don't need to apologize for your emotions.. You're human.. Besides.... I hadn't said it, but I wanted him imprisoned for a reason.... You see.... I've had this suspicion for a while.... He..... *He gritted his teeth* He's treated so many people like they're nothing more than meat....
Ren: Then I'm guessing you know that includes our parents...
Katsuki: I had my suspicions..... *His eyes turned cold* I don't know how you're going to finish Esdeath.... But I'm gonna take my time with Honest....
Ren: ...... Katsu........
Katsuki: Slow and painful..... I want him to suffer...... I want him to feel the brutal torture....... I want him to feel like he's got nothing left..... I want to watch the life leave his eyes...
Ren: [This Katsu..... No, it isn't the Emperor Katsuki.... This is the cold blooded killer Katsu....]

"Katsu......" Kairi felt the difference in him, it almost scared her but at the same time she felt like she completely understood. She turned back around to look at him, "I'd say take as much time as you'd like with him... Anything that'll make you satisfied, I'm leaving him all to you, Katsu. Save all of those emotions for once you're with him, and then you can let it all out to your hearts desire."

Katsuki: *He nodded, his usual eyes returning* I suppose for now, we should get the others here....... Esdeath is on her mission to take out Wild Hunt.... So, you could go get the others in the meanwhile..... Ren, if you wouldn't mind escorting her....
Ren: I'm guessing you'll be finishing up business then.....
Katsuki: *He nodded, then putting his hands in his pockets, then walking to a guard* If you see people from Night Raid, they're to be left alone and allowed to be here.... As of now Night Raid is no longer a wanted organization...
Guard: S-Sir!
*Katsuki then headed off, heading to the cells*
Ren: Katsu........

*Katsuki then headed to the cells, finding Honest*
Honest: Katsuki, you've got to let me out of here....
Katsuki: ....... Yeah, I'll let you out...
Honest: What?!
Katsuki: Yeah, I've thought about it... Maybe I can consider having you around..... *He said as he unlocked the cell and opened it*
Honest: You have no idea- *He was cut off by hard right hook from Katsuki* Wha, he was grabbed by his collar as he was dragged up the wall by Katsuki*
Katsuki: Seriously, maybe you're the one who's easily manipulated.....
Honest: That look in your eyes..... Ah, yes.... I remember that look..... That's the same look your mother gave me....
Katsuki: ..... *He then found a dagger on the prison wall* Ooooh.... I'm gonna enjoy this.... *He then made different slices and incisions on his body*
Honest: If you wanted to kill me, then you-
Katsuki: Nah.... I don't quite want to kill you.... *He then began to cauterize each slice wound, each one making Honest scream in pain*

Kairi just watched Katsuki walk off and then looked to Ren, "....I guess that means we should get going too, hm..?" She said, walking ahead to leave the Empire in order to go back to HQ. "That's definitely a different feeling out of Katsu... One that I've never felt before, but I want to let him be... Like how I feel with Esdeath, I can only imagine how he's feeling now, so this is his moment to let that all go... Though, when it comes to Esdeath, I'm not all too sure how Katsu will feel when I tell him what I want to do....."

Ren: Well, all things considered... I think he'll be mostly understanding.... Katsu's different from when he was a kid... That much I've noticed... For a bit of his life, he hadn't even remembered he was driven by revenge.... Now he's finally beginning to make his way through this world... And, I don't doubt that I have you to thank for that..

"Aw, well I do try my best for him... I've known Katsu for awhile now but we only started getting closer recently... But, since then I've tried to be there for him as best as I can and he's been doing the same for me.. I've helped him remember a lot and that just seemed to open so much him, and I'm sure everyone else has noticed as well." They soon made it to the front of HQ. "That's why... Once they find out, I know they'll all be incredibly proud him.."

Ren: *He couldn't help but smile* He's made bonds with some wonderful people... I'm glad to see that he's had people on his side. People that genuinely supported him.... I'm gonna make it all up to him, that much.... I know I'm far from having made it all up to him..... But I'm going to do it as long as I continue to draw breath.

"And I already can tell that you'll be able to." Kairi turned to him with her hands on her hips, "You have been annoying, but...." She then flicked his forehead, "Let's just say I've been able to tolerate and trust you a little more..." She then faced back to the HQ, "Well, you just wait out here and I'll go and get the others, alright?" Kairi finally rushed into the HQ, soon finding Najenda. "Boss!"
Najenda turned to her, "Kairi! I'm not too surprised to see you here."
"Huh?" Kairi tilted her head, "Wait, so, does that mean...... Did you hear what happened?"
Najenda smiled and then nodded, "We already got word, everyone here knows."
"Huhh!?" Kairi was completely surprised, "That quickly!?!"
Najenda chuckled, "You'd be surprised how quickly the words move... The Army has already sent an Air Manta in this direction to help us get there quickly. You made your trip all the way over here to tell us, you almost have to join us."
"Oh... Well, of course!" Kairi scratched the back of her head, "Wait, so you really heard everything?? Katsu... With the help of his brother and all, they took care of the Emperor and Prime Minister! And he finally took their spot!! He has his own plans on how he wants to deal with Honest, which he's currently taking care of... And Esdeath....."
"Going against Wild Hunt, I'd assume?" Najenda said, finishing Kairi's sentence. "And then she'll be left to you, correct?"
Kairi was quiet for a moment but then nodded, "Yeah... I'll be taking care of her."
Najenda pat her head, "Then I have no worries. We're all extremely proud of Katsuki, you should've seen everyone when we found it! But, how can we express any of that if we're not there?"
Kairi nodded, "Right!"
"Alright well, the Air Manta should be arriving soon. I'll get everyone to gather up and then we'll head out." Najenda told her.
Kairi nodded again and took that chance to go back outside and update Ren, "Ren! It turns out the word is already starting to spread out like wildfire so they already heard about it!" She sweatdropped, "I guess I can't really expect anything less..... But, someone should be bringing an Air Manta soon to take all of us back to the Empire."
As if it was right on cue, an Air Manta flew right over them, landing somewhere nearby the entrance.

Ren: Air Manta huh? *He then watched as it landed near the entrance* Probably the best and only way for air travel... Someone from the Revolutionary Army overseen the speech, then made their way back here... Mm... *He closed his eyes* [No matter what, I can see her within Kairi....]

"Mhm! They move a lot more quicker than I thought." Kairi said.
Shortly after, Najenda left the HQ along with the rest of Night Raid, excitedly getting on the Air Manta, ready to head into the Empire. They waited for Ren and Kairi.
"I guess we can already go back, hopefully Katsuki's alright." Kairi pat his back, "Everything ok?"

Ren: *He opened his eyes, looking at her* Sorry, but I just see so much of your mother in you.... From the little conversations we had.... I can't help but see her when I look at you..

"Do you really..?" Kairi looked down with a small smile, "That actually makes me really happy to hear because I looked up to her a lot when I was younger... Have you ever.. spoken to her before?"

Ren: A couple of times..... Whether you'd believe or not... She was maybe one of the first to see through me.... Smart woman... She saw right through my entire facade of working with the Empire.... She told me.... "I know you can't do much on this end.. But I trust that my daughter will be safe.. Just promise me that if you see her... That you'll tell her.... That I'm sorry that I couldn't see her truly grow.. I love her, and I'll be watching over her." That dread in your soul from being ripped away from your family... I knew all too well.... That's why, seeing you with Katsuki.. I kept your mark a secret when we were inside.... That's why Esdeath is none the wiser..

"She.... She said that to you?" Hearing those words from Ren hit Kairi hard as it was like her mother's proper last words to Kairi. Tears started to flow down her face, "My last moments with all of them... There was no telling that that was going to be my last time with them.. So, being able to hear those words.. Even if they're not directly coming from her.." She had her hand over her heart, "It rests so well with me.." Kairi looked up to the sky, the tears still slowly falling down her face, but she just let it happen. "Thank you, Ren.. For everything, really. I'm going to make it up for her.... I'll make it up to you.. Katsu.. My mother, my family... Everyone.... I'll make every single one of them proud and I won't let any of their doings go to waste."

Ren: Well, believe it or not... You've already done volumes.... You've helped Katsu to get this far. You never wavered... Truth be told... I don't think I can ask for much more than that... You don't have to make anything up to me... I...... I just want to do the right thing this time..

"I mean, you've always had the right intentions... It's just easy to interpret what you've done the wrong way.. I think I judged you a little too harshly about taking the Empire's side. One, I really just wanted to look out for Katsu, but also it's just an idea that never sat right with me. But I understand why you decided to take that route and acted the way you did... But, I promise you with all of that out of the way now, I truly believe you be able to make things better!" Kairi nudged his arm with her elbow, "Heh, maybe I can ask Katsu to reconsider inviting you to the wedding.."

Ren: Yeah? Well I'm happy you're even considering me at all.. *He wiped the tears she let flow away* Now, let's keep happy now.... We're going to meet our new Emperor, and I'd rather do so with a happier face.

Kairi smiled gently as he wiped away the tears and nodded, "Right!" With that, she went onto the Air Manta along with Ren, joining the rest of Night Raid. "We're all set and ready to go!" She told Najenda, "Sorry for any delay."
"There's no delay at all, no worries Kairi." Najenda said, then looking over to Ren, "So you must be Katsuki's brother that I've heard about, right?"
While they spoke, the Air Manta soon took flight, heading in the direction of the Empire.

Ren: *He nodded* My name is Ren... I'm Katsu's older brother.... *He then looked to Najenda* You must be Najenda.... I've heard quite a bit about you.... The Empire made you out to be.... Quite the threat. Of course, your organization and army could be considered as such as we;;... But you..... Honest has spoken more about you than I'd like to say.

"Oh, is that so?" Najenda smirked, "I think I'll take that as a compliment. I have my fair share of experience on working besides the Empire, but I much prefer not to think too much into it. But, now we all have better things to look forward to, huh?"

Ren: Indeed we do... Although..... He has stated that if some of you wish to back out, he doesn't mind at all... He doesn't want to keep you working with him if you wish to live your own lives....
Mine: To think, he's going to be emperor.....
Ren: *He looked at Mine* Hey Kairi...... Who's the kid?
Mine: What did you say?!!
Lubbock: [Yep, that's Katsu's brother alright.] *He thought as he sweatdropped*
Ren: *He then grinned* Oh lighten up, I'm only kidding.... *He then looked at Akame* Hold on..... That's....... *He could see Kurome while looking at her, making it click to him* Of course.... I'm not the only one with a sibling on the other side...
*Akame perked up upon hearing this*
Akame: You, you know Kurome then...
Ren: Yes indeed.... I know that she was brainwashed by the Empire as well.... Katsu will have it undone, he's got his list of Jaegers he'll keep alive or kill... Don't worry, Kurome's on the alive list...
Sheele: Ever since we first met..... There was always something about him.

Chelsea nodded, "You can definitely say that again."
"I always knew he'd find his path sooner or later!" Leone said, chipping in. "Kairi was pretty quiet and a little closed off with the rest of us... But, when it came to Katsu, man she stuck to him pretty quick."
Kairi started to blush, crossing her arms and sharply turning her head to the side, "I- I don't know what you're talking about..."
Leone wrapped one arm around with a smirk, "It all started from Lubb saying he's probably got a thing for her and now look how she gets about him.~"
Kairi only blushed more, "T- That's not it! You're just putting me on the spot!"
Najenda just chuckled and shook her head.

Ren: The fact that you all supported him... That's all that could count for me.... I knew ever since he visited his friend's grave...... I heard him..... I hadn't been able to keep long term tabs on him..... But at that moment, I knew.... I knew that not only had Katsu matured, but he found people that he could have by his side... *He then looked at Akame* You know.... Akame was it? You know..... Kurome....... She's a strong girl.... She's endured so much more than you'd think for being a Jaeger.....
Tatsumi: What do you mean?
Ren: She's not someone who's just loyal to the Empire's every move.... She was brainwashed and conditioned to do so.... She... I've managed to get past that brainwashed part of her at times.... She's told me, that she wouldn't have any intentions on killing Akame.. She's missed her dearly.
Akame: Sis..... To think, all this time...
Ren: That's why we're looking towards a brighter future.... Things are changing for the better.... *He then looked at Kairi* No need to hide it now, besides... It was you that said you'd get Katsu to invite me to the wedding. *He said chipping in with Leone*

Kairi blushed even more, "Ren!!"
"Oh, really Ren? So, you two are thinking about a wedding already, huh?" Leone said with the smirk still on her face.
Kairi shook her head, "K- Katsu brought it up first...."
"Mhmm, don't pin this on him now, Kairi.. You still went along with him, no?" Leone asked.
Chelsea started to chime in as well, "You wouldn't just mindlessly go along with him if you didn't at least agree with the idea.."
Kairi quickly looked over at Chelsea, "You too, Chelsea??!"
Chelsea laughed and shrugged, "I'm only telling the truth here, aren't I?"
Kairi escaped from Leone's arm and she turned away from everyone, still flustered, "C- Can't we speak about something else?? Like we said, we have a lot of things to look forward to now! Katsu as Emperor, Akame reuniting with her sister.. Just life in the Empire in general! A- Anything besides this whole thing of Katsu and I....."

Ren: I suppose.... I mean, Kairi isn't the only one that's taken a liking to someone after all... *He's day, looking at Mine* Isn't that right?
Mine: Wha... *She blushed as he said that* What are you talking about?!
Ren: I mean, come on.... I've noticed you share more than enough glances, not to mention you're watching Tatsumi.
Mine: Don't be stupid!! I'd never-
Ren: Denial denial..... It won't get you anywhere....
Lubbock: Hold on, you can tell?
Ren: I AM the older brother.... I've seen my fair share of couples....
Mine: C-Couples?!! *She said, her blush showing itself more and more*
Tatsumi: Hold on a second, uh...
Ren: You don't have to show your feelings now, but you should make sure that you don't wait too long.

Chelsea smirked at Mine, "Ren's only been with us for a few minutes and he can already see through your feelings, Mine."
"Don't have to show your feelings now like he said, but don't wait too long before other people jump onto it.~" Leone said, playfully. "That doesn't leave you out either, Chelsea."
"Huh?" Chelsea began to blush slightly, "Leave that between you and Mine!"
Kairi turned back around to all of them, just relieved that the conversation moved on from her and she got to calm down a little bit. Najenda was just happy to see the rest of them happy and get along with Ren. Soon enough the Air Manta arrived at their destination, slowly landing at the front of the Empire.

Ren: Just like that, here we are...... Our new home sweet home.....
*Katsuki had walked out to the front to meet them*
Katsuki: Looks like you all made it, safe and sound without a hitch.
Ren: So we have, I trust you've taken care of your little problem..
Katsuki: Barely even a problem, just a parasite.. I see you've met the team..
Ren: Yeah, you've got some interesting personalities here for sure....
Katsuki: That's a way to put it..... Anyway, I want it to be officially known.... As of now, you are no longer the Revolutionary Army.... But, I've also given you two choices....... I don't want to keep you fighting if you don't want to....
Sheele: Katsu.....
Katsuki: As of now, you deserve to have your own futures... Which is why, you'll be given two choices..... You could walk away, if you do... I'll give you the funding to start living in your own place in the Capital.... Or, if you still wish to fight.... You could join me, become part of my Royal Guard.
Ren: Royal Guard huh? Not bad....
Lubbock: Hmm, you make an interesting proposal.... While a new life sounds good, I think I'll stay right where I'm needed....
Tatsumi: Agreed, we helped to make this future... We'll also help to protect it as well.
Katsuki: Guys....
Akame: I agree as well, being part of your Royal Guard will help to ensure that our future remains protected. Besides, you never know what may happen...
Mine: I mean, when we first met... I just thought you were some socially awkward idiot, but I can see more than that now..
Katsuki: [They're right.. A new future for the Empire is what we worked to make... Now that we've made it this far, we need to protect this future strongly.]

Leone pat Katsuki's back, "It'd be real silly of you to think that we would just go. While that funding to make life in the Capital does sound nice, I think we would all want to continue to help each other out and make this place the best that it can be!"
"Plus, you two just wandered off like it was nothing," Chelsea said.
"Well, it was more of him doing the wandering off.. I really just followed to mak-" Kairi was cut off by Chelsea sticking a spare lollipop in Kairi's mouth to get her to stop talking, which actually worked.
Chelsea continued with her point, "You two wandered off and put the rest on your shoulders! I know it was to look out for us and our safety... And while I'm sure we all appreciate it, that doesn't mean we'll leave this side just like that!"
Najenda smiled, "Night Raid's just a family that you can't break apart...."

Katsuki: *He nodded* That it is.. And.... I'm sorry Chelsea.... I couldn't risk having you all with me... They likely would've had the Jaegers on full alert, Empire on full lockdown....
Akame: It matters not now... Just, now that we're here... Don't shoulder the entire Nation on just you... We're all here.
Tatsumi: That's right, it's our turn now Katsu..
Katsuki: You really are some of the greatest friends a guy could ask for...

Chelsea nodded, "Of course and there's no need to apologize! As long as we're all ok, I'm happy."
Kairi went up and gently punched Katsuki's shoulder, "See! What did I tell you? You're not alone and we're all here for you and for each other. So, don't you ever forget that!" Seconds after saying that, Kairi was starting to blush only because she could basically sense the grin growing on Leone's face. Kairi sharply turned her away to hide it, "Mmm.... I say we should plan a celebration once we have everything officially settled! To properly congratulate you and everything we've all done to this point."

Katsuki: Yeah, that sounds like a good idea.
Ren: Good idea, seems more like a great idea.... Katsu, the Jaegers will be making their return very soon. We should begin to get into position.....
Katsuki: Very well..... Kairi, Najenda, Akame, Sheele, Lubbock. You're with me... Ren, could you show the rest of them to their new living quarters.
Ren: *He sweatdropped* You know, you could still call them rooms.
Akame: So it begins then..
Sheele: Wait, you could tell?
Ren: I know Esdeath, and she's a swift executioner... I doubt she's taking her time with them...
Katsuki: Very well..
Tatsumi: Before we go, Katsu I do have a question. *He said, noticing his eye not bandaged anymore*
Katsuki: What's up?
Tatsumi: Your eye, you usually kept it behind a bandage... But now....
Katsuki: Ah, that.... Well, then you may have also noticed its color...
Lubbock: Blue as its flames...
Katsuki: Mhm... I'll get into the longer explanation another time... For now, it's time to finish this.. [I wouldn't doubt Kairi's anxious, she's finally about to have her chance at revenge.]
Ren: *He then began to escort the remaining members to their new rooms*
Katsuki: *He looked at Najenda as they began to move to the throne room* As of this moment, I officially appoint you as my Prime Minister. With your knowledge of the Empire and Ren as Advisor, we'll be able to repair the damages of the last reign.

The others followed along with Ren as Kairi and Najenda went with Katsuki. Najenda nodded, "I'm still honored you're giving me this position... You can trust me to do the absolute best at your side and we'll bring this place back to top shape for everyone."
"Katsu... On behalf of Esdeath, I still want to talk to you about what I wish to do." Kairi said. "Initially I thought you probably wouldn't be on board with it, but... I believe you'll understand."
"The time... It only gets closer and closer....." Kairi thought.

Katsuki: Well, with what I went through with the.... Late Prime Minister.... I'm pretty sure it'll be understood. So, what's up? You sound like you have something in mind...

"Yeah, I can almost smell it off of you.... But, about Esdeath.. We already spoke about sentencing her to death, along with some of the Jaegers as well. While I'm still on board with that, I also don't want to make it any easier for myself." Kairi placed her hands on her hips, "Yes, she'll be sentenced to death, but, I don't want to hold her back in any way. I want it to be a proper duel between Esdeath and I." Kairi looked to the side, "It's the only way I can feel like I settled it properly.... At first I thought it could be too risky, I was worried it wouldn't end well..... I can't guarantee that I'll be 100% ok afterwards, but I can guarantee that I'll be the last one standing!"

Katsuki: Kairi... *He had a look of surprise on his face at first. He knew that she'd have an opportunity to execute her, but to duel her is what surprised him* ..... *He then gave her a look of confidence* Alright then, I can't deny that request... Settling it in a proper fight, it's to honor the clan... [Besides, when I get the chance... I need to fight Ren too..... He may have helped me, but I want to show him...]

Kairi nodded, "Yes... They died going up against her, so this feels like the only right way I can finish this all. If I did it any other way, I feel like something about it would still bother me...." Kairi closed her eyes and placed her hand over her heart, "I really want to make it up to all of the them the best I can, Katsu..." She then opened her eyes and smiled, "So, thank you."

Katsuki: Of course, the least I can do is allow you that request. *They then made their way to the throne room, he then taking his rightful seat* You know, I thought they were overexaggerating when they said this was one comfortable spot... Glad to see I was wrong.
*Given enough time passing, the Jaegers then entered the throne room*
Katsuki: So, you've returned.....
Esdeath: Of course, though I have to ask.... What happened to the Emperor and Prime Minister?
Katsuki: You're looking at em.... You see you've been serving an.... Unjust Empire....
Run: The real question, what's Night Raid doing here?
Katsuki: ...... Come now.... No need to be so rude..... Besides, as far as I'm concerned Night Raid doesn't exist.... Only my Royal Guard...
Seryu: You.......
Katsuki: You've been serving a crooked version of justice.....
Seryu: ........
Katsuki: I can sense it on you..... You want to kill me.... *His right eye then glowed blue once again, his second voice resonating and the pressure setting in once again* I'd dare you to try it...
Akame: [This feeling.... Is that?]
Sheele: [Is this really just an Imperial Arms? What is this pressure?]
Seryu: Bastard...... You think you've won this?!!!
Katsuki: *He then walked to them as the pressure began to become overwhelming on the Jaegers as well*
Akame: [Every step he takes, what... Is this?!!!]
Katsuki: *He smirked* Corruption is rooted deep within you.... Those visions I saw........ What you did...... I'll never forgive... *He then had flames on the ground, which risen up and lit Seryu in a pillar of Flame, her screams emerging* Now...... *Koro, Seryu's Imperial Arms had emerged around it in his muscular form trying to throw a punch at Katsuki who dodged and clawed through Koro's head and took out its biological core to kill it immediately*

Kairi's body immediately grew tense. She couldn't even tell if it because Esdeath's presence or the pressure coming from Katsuki, although it was really due to both. "Before I only felt his pressure from a distance during the tournament with Esdeath... But, being so much closer now.. it's like a whole different feeling! Aoi Hono really isn't a joke... Sometimes it really feels like Katsu is a whole different person...." Kairi couldn't even continue to look at Katsuki going against Seryu, her eyes focusing to Esdeath instead, "On the outside it doesn't even seem like she's phased, but I know deep down she feels just like the rest of us.... Would I even be able to take her......?"
Kurome's reactions was mainly showed through her expressions, but being in the same room as Akame, she couldn't even tell what to truly focus on and care about.
"Wha-" Wave's eye widened, taking a step back as Seryu was being engulfed in flames and his eyes following Koro as he was sent flying back. He sharply turned his head back to Katsuki in shock and disbelief. He didn't want to directly defend Seryu but he couldn't help but be concerned for the rest of them, "You got rid of her just like that.... The hell does that mean for the rest of us then??!!!"

Katsuki: Relax Wave..... Not all of you are going to die on this day...... Now....... *He went and sat back down on his throne* To make good on something I know, I'll actually spare you and Kurome.... Because I know how much you like her Wave.... Plus, *He looked back to Akame* I want them to be reunited.... I'll allow you and Kurome to live, as well as erasing the brainwashing the Empire has done.. With that... Run will be executed.... However, Esdeath will only be spared for a trial by combat...

Wave let out a sigh of relief, "As long as we're ok..." He then blushed, "But, you didn't have to say that out loud if you knew....!"
"Akame...." Kurome said, the whole thing about Wave liking her just flying by her head for that moment.
"You're sparing us.. You took Seryu, Run is next.. There's reasons behind all of this." Wave said. "You said Esdeath's is being spared for a trial by combat? So, why and with who? You??" He asked.
"No......" Kairi still didn't want to say much just yet but she glared at Esdeath as she spoke, "With me. Her fight is with me and with me only...."

Katsuki: I don't want to say every detail of it just yet, but yes... Esdeath I'm sparing for a trial by combat with Kairi....
Esdeath: *She looked at Kairi* [That girl that was with him.... So she wishes to face me...]
Katsuki: Be grateful though... If it wasn't for the fact that she wanted to fight you, then your execution would have been swift.... *His glowing eye now back to normal and voice no longer resonating* .... Come on though Wave... It was going to be obvious anyway.... Though, in order to assure this works... I'll need to take her Imperial Arms.. Could you do that for me Kurome?

"My... Imperial Arm?" Kurome's focus snapped away from Akame, then holding Yatsufusa in her hands. She jumped back, hesitant to hand over her Imperial Arms to Katsuki.
Wave placed his hand on Kurome's shoulder to reassure her, "It'll be alright, Kurome don't worry."
"You can trust, Katsu..." Kairi sweatdropped, "Maybe you could've given them a better introduction... A less.. intimidating one. But, I guess you have to place your foot down somehow..."
For a second Kurome still felt a little hesitant, but she gave in and went up to Katsuki, holding out Yatsufusa, "Just this one time... I'll hand you my Imperial Arm."