A few days later, the group was on another mission. Rumors of a church killing its followers or random thugs had been spreading and the DWMA fears its a potential kishin or kishins responsible.

"Well, seems like we're going to Italy." Death the Kid said.

"And that means we're having spaghetti for dinner!" Patty said, mainly thinking of the food they could eat after the mission.

"There's more to Italy than food, sis. Like the stores." Liz said, thinking about shopping after the mission.

"We can worry about that stuff later, let's go meet up with Maka and Black Star so we can get this Kishin as soon as possible." Kid said, adjusting his tie. "The longer we wait, the more dangerous it becomes."

"But that all depends on if everything is "perfectly symmetrical" at home." Liz said, rolling her eyes.

"I know, that why I triple checked everything already. So I'll be fine." Kid said as he gave an "okay" hand sign.

"...Right. Let's go already." Liz said.

And the trio made their way to meet up with their friends/teammates.

"About time you three for here." Soul said as he, Maka, Black Star, and Tsubaki were waiting at the edge of Death City. "Though the son of death would be more punctual for a mission."

"Well, I spoke with Father. He said that there's something... different about this mission, though he doesn't know what. He wants us to be extra careful." Kid said, feeling suspicious about this mission.

"Sounds good to me. So, are we taking your limo to the church?" Maka asked.

"I would prefer my cycle, she could use the fresh air." Soul said, referring to his motorcycle.

"It's very disturbing that you call your motorcycle a she." Maka said to him.

"All guys call vehicles "she." It's what we do." Soul said.

"I don't." Kid said, summoning the limo.

"Then you're not a true guy." Soul said to him.

"Oh please. I am far more of a guy and manly than you." Kid said, crossing his arms.

"Sure, because real men worry themselves to death about dumb symmetry." Soul comments.

"TAKE THAT BACK!" Kid shouted before he was pulled back by Patty.

"Boys, boys, you're both pretty." Liz said, getting between them, "Let's just get in the limo and head off."

"Yeah! Everyone inside!" Patty said, opening the limo door.

"I still want to bring my chopper." Soul said.

'Hmmm, maybe I should get a vehicle too.' Black Star thought.

'I need to make sure Black Star never gets a vehicle.' Tsubaki thought.

Everyone got in the limo and took off for their next mission as a team, this time in the country of Italy in Europe.

"I always wondered what Italy is like." Soul said, looking at Maka. "Didn't you say your mom used to come here all the time when she was your age?"

"Really? Did she bring you back any souvenirs?" Black Star asked.

"Mostly postcards or photos." Maka said with a smile. "She always said it was one of her favorite places in the world."

"It must be a magical place then...and no I'm not making a joke or assuming Italy is actually magic." Kid said quickly before anyone could laugh at his mistake.

"Well, it is a romantic place so it could be magic." Liz assumed.

"I think it's because of all the food." Patty said, looking in an Italian food magazine.

Not reading it, just looking at the pictures.

From that point, the ride there was quiet and peaceful. There were even games this time as everyone played go fish or poker.

It was a fun time... shame the mission wouldn't be.

Especially since the one responsible for the murders was inside of the church right now, sitting on a row in the chapel.

"Someone like me doesn't deserve forgiveness but I hope someone will listen." They said, looking at the ground. "She says I have to kill others, but I don't think I can handle it."

They were seemingly talking to nobody, just jabbing to themselves in the dark as they waited for their next victims.

"Crona." A female voice called out, making the person jolt in their seat.

"Y-Yes, mom?" Crona asked nervously.

"It's time to make mama proud." The voice said again.

"Proud?" Crona asked, confused.

"Yes. Your cousin is coming to see you, Crona." she said.

"Maka?" Crona said, sitting up a bit straighter.

"Show her what you've learned." The woman said, revealing herself to be Maka's aunt.

"...Okay, mother." Crona said, suddenly calm and worry free.

As if all of their jittering and nervousness had vanished in a flash. He always enjoyed seeing Maka.

She was the only true friend he ever had, but now, they would be enemies.

'I'm sorry, Maka, but I don't have a choice.' Crona thought, getting up and preparing himself.

Tonight would be a showdown to remember.