In the country of Reinkani, Queen Unna was wearing a yellow and white Saree and yellow flats, along with her nose ring and a red Bindi. She stood outside the palace, announcing to her people and those watching worldwide.

"Citizens of Reinkani, the Royal Family has been betrayed by one of our own… my nephew, Dushta Bisp.”

“Dushta betrayed us and attempted to take the throne for himself

Inside a prison, Dushta Bisp was watching while getting served his meal. The former count, now draped in prison orange, watched angrily when his food was splatted on him.

“A feast for a king,” the prison server mocked as others laughed. Bisp was super angry when he left. His plan failed, and he lost his title and was forced into this horrible place.

Bisp walked past a patrolling guard and then sat at his table. As he was digging in, he noticed something in his food. It was a piece of paper. He opened it and looked at what the note said. His anger turned into a smirk as he continued to watch his former aunt’s speech.

“He made a deal with horrible criminals to seize the throne. But their plan failed….”

After her time in the field, VILE Faculty, including Coach Brunt, were watching, but Dr. Bellum turned it off and angrily threw the remote.

“Aaaarrggg!!!! My opportunity at revenge against that Queen and her cursed country had failed! All thanks to Sandiego, those turtles and Rainbooms, and my wretched baby cousin!” Bellum was on a rant that the faculty had never seen before.

“Whoa, and I was supposed to be the angry one,” Coach Brunt pointed out.

“Doctor Bellum, control yourself," Professor Maelstrom ordered. After a minute, Bellum seemed to have calmed down. Maelstrom pointed out the results: "So Count Bisp's been arrested. And unfortunately, Roundabout is unable to extract him because he was found guilty of attempted Regicide."

"Should we be worried about him talking?" Cleo asked.

"Relax, Countess, we managed to use the Memory Wiper on him while he was incarcerated; he has no memory of VILE," Dr Bellum said, now feeling calm and proud. "He doesn't even remember me anymore."

"That's good. We don't want any loose ends," Maelstrom reminded them.

"Wouldn't the Reinkani Royal Family be considered a loose end?" Coach Brunt asked. "I'll assign operatives to take care of..."

"No. Going after royal blood will draw too much attention to ourselves. Our best option is to remain hidden, staying as far away from Reinkani as possible," Maelstrom declared.

The other Faculty agreed. A good

"I know Coach Brunt was extracted, but what about our other operatives?" Countess Cleo asked.

"The Cleaners managed to extract all the other Operatives at the Seattle Hospital and everywhere else," Maelstrom informed them. But then, he had a grim look on his face. "But still, Reinkani's resources were right in our grasp."

"All those jewels, those riches and that palace. I hoped we would base there. But now we have nothing." Countess Cleo was very upset about what they lost.

“Don’t worry, Countess; we’ll find a new base of operations. Roundabout’s working on it,” Malestrom ensured.

“That’s what I’m worried about,” Cleo remarked.

"Now, onto a different subject. The Ice Fortresses, destroyed," Bellum said with disdain.

"And it wasn't Carmen Sandiego who did it, but those Ninjas and Rainbooms who destroyed them," Coach Brunt pointed out, still miffed about Rainbow's escape.

"They are a big problem as Carmen Sandiego," Countess Cleo inquired. "Especially with that magic of theirs."

"You know, I'm finding myself quite interested in studying its capabilities," Doctor Bellum said with fascination.

"Indeed, perhaps we should keep an eye on them," Professor Maelstrom suggested before having a sinister look on his face. "...and find a way to harness it for our needs."

The Faculty had gained an interest in Equestrian Magic.

Queen Unna continued her speech, "...Dushta Bisp tried to sabotage my youngest grandaughter's heart surgery, tried to get my eldest granddaughter, our crowned Princess, killed in an accident, and tried to kill me and the rest of my family, just to seize the throne. Thankfully..."

"There were people, heroes who helped stop them and saved us...

Carmen Sandiego and her crew were at their lair in San Diego, watching the speech on Carmen's Laptop. Player appeared next to the video.

"Look at that, Red, someone's acknowledging the good you did recently," Player pointed out.

"Getting thanked by Royalty, awesome," Zack said with excitement.

“Yeah. I'm glad that VILE didn’t get to finish off the family. But should we be worried about them trying to off them again?” Carmen was concerned.

“Indeed, VILE doesn’t tolerate loose ends, but VILE wouldn’t dare attack someone of high status,” Shadowsan explained. “If anything happens to them, VILE will no doubt be hunted down to the ends of the earth. VILE’s only hope is not to step foot in Reinkani again.”

“So a country that is aware of VILE, that’s a major victory,” Ivy pointed out.

“Just glad the Royal Family won’t have to deal with VILE, especially Dr Bellum, for a long time.”

The gang continued to watch the speech.

“While we are indebted to those that helped up, they wish to be unnamed, and so we respect that decision..."

The turtles and their allies were watching on the TV in the lair.

“Dudes, we’ve just been acknowledged by royalty,” Mikey said excitedly.

“At least she did it in a way that doesn’t expose us,” Raph pointed out.

"Either way, Rainbow Dash did good," Leo said, feeling proud of his teammate.

"My family and I are safe now. Our country may be small, but still strong. Especially since Vera will be coronated as the new queen in a matter of months.” The queen had ended her speech as a few reporters wanted to ask more questions, but the Queen declined.

After the speech, Queen Unna walked inside the Palace. Once she was in a specific wing, she took off her shoes, as it was customary in Reinkani to do when entering a person's home or a sacred chamber. She placed her shoes on a specific shelf. Now barefooted, the Queen made her way down the hall. As she walked, she passed a few portraits on the wall.

One was of herself younger with a man, her husband King Bhalo, and her children, a toddler boy and a baby girl.

Another was at a wedding with her son, Kanu, who was marrying her new daughter-in-law, Uvel.

Another portrait of her daughter, Chaara marrying her son-in-law, Deepak.

She then passed one of Vera and Yod as kids. And one of a young Vera and a baby Saundra with their parents.

The last one, just taken in the previous year, passed was one of her, the Princesses and her husband, not long before he passed away.

Queen Unna had a sad smile on her face as she looked at them.

She then went to a room where she heard the sound of a flute. Unna peeked inside to see her family. Princess Saundra was lying in a bed, wearing a white nightdress, sipping on tea.

Princess Vera, now wearing a pink long-sleeved shirt and lavender slacks with a bracelet and anklet, sat at her sister's bedside, playing a song on the flute.

On the side was Yodd, wearing a white shirt with 3-quarter sleeves. He was sitting at the side with Aaserak, standing on a table beside him.

On the side of the bed was Chaara, wearing a purple dress and a white jacket. She was checking out some equipment that was attached to Saundra. Near Chara was a Deepak, wearing a blue Nehru jacket, black pants and glasses.

Princes Vera finished playing the song.

“Thank you for that, Vera,” Saundra said, loving the soothing sound.

“You’re welcome, sis,”

“How’re you feeling, sweetheart?” Queen Unna gently approached Saundra and kissed her on her forehead.

“Still feel weak, Grandmother, but a bit better.”

“Wonderful to hear,” Unna said as she sat beside her.

“Her vitals are improving, mother,” Chaara explained. She still needs rest for another week and must be put on a diet and exercise regime. But if we continue for a while, she will be fine.”

“Yes, Auntie,” Saundra said, understanding. She then looked sad. “I can’t believe Dushta would do this.”

“Dushta was always distant from this family,” Unna explained. “I should’ve seen it. But I didn’t, and it almost cost us… everything.” Unna then turned to Yod. “Yod, if you hadn’t figured out everything…”

“I’ve been suspicious of him for a while. I knew it was only a matter of time before…” Yod pointed out. “I also think Dushta is also responsible for…”

The family had sad faces, as they knew what he would say.

“Mom and Dad,” Vera finished, tears forming in her eyes as she put an arm around Saundra, who was also crying.

“And this time he had help… from Samira,” Deepak said, disappointed in his eyes.

Unna touched his shoulder, “Samira made her decision, just like Dushta did. We can’t blame ourselves for their choices.”

Deepak knew his mother-in-law was right. His niece made her choice, and there was no turning back.

“It’s a good thing Rainbow Dash managed to get the heart to us and helped expose Dushta,” Yod said with a smile.

“Yes, Rainbow Dash,” Unna agreed before smirking. “She is a fine young lady.”

“Grandmother,” Yod whined a bit with a blush.

“Oh, is my son blushing?” Chaara teased her son.

“Mom!” Yod said in embarrassment.

“Ooh, didn’t you also put down your number when you sent Aaserak to deliver the medal to her?” Vera teased her cousin.

“No!” Yod denied. Aaserak cawed and nodded, saying yes. “Aaserak, not you, too!”

Saundra perked up when she heard Aaserak’s squawk but shrugged it off.

The whole family laughed, much to the young warrior’s chagrin. Thankfully for him, they were interrupted.

“Pardon my interruption, your majesty.” The family turned to see a man with a suit addressing them.

“Hassan, I take it that you have my schedule for tomorrow?” Queen Unna asked, knowing her duties as a queen were still necessary.

“Yes, Your Majesty. Tomorrow morning, you got yoga, followed by the meeting with the court, then going over a few items for the coronation, then in the evening, your Royal Foot Massage…”

“How about we discuss them somewhere else,” Queen Unna suggested before turning to the family. “Saundra needs her rest.”

After that, the family left the room to let the princess rest. Yod was walking through the halls of the palace. He was looking at security footage of the Turtles and Rainbooms on the Ice Platform.

“They fought very well together,” Yod thought to himself. “I feel trouble coming to Reinkani. Maybe this is what I need… a team.”

“Yod, wait!” Yod turned to see Vera catching up to him.

“What is it, Vera?”

“I want you to train me.”

“Yod was instantly confused, “Come again?”

“I want you to teach me to fight,” Vera explained. “I was nearly killed. My sister and grandmother were nearly killed. I’m meant to be Queen soon. And how can I protect my people if I couldn’t protect my family.”

“Say no more, cuz. I will train you. But I must warn you, it will be hard,” Yod told the Princess.

“I’m willing to do what it takes to protect my country,” Vera said with determination.

Vera needed to be a great queen for her people and her family.

Queen Unna entered her private chambers and sat down in an armchair. The Queen was exhausted by what had happened. She then grabbed something on the table stand and looked at it. It was a small photo of her family, minus Dushta, wearing casual beach clothes at a lake. They weren’t Regal looking, but they seemed very happy together.

“I wish you were here, Bhalo, Katu, and Uvel.” The queen cried as she missed her husband, son, and daughter-in-law. Saundra is doing better. Vera is going to make an excellent Queen soon.”

Queen Unna then got up and walked to her bookshelf. She then pulled out a book with a robin on the cover. She sat back in her chair, put on her reading glasses and began writing in the book.

“I’ve officially met the turtles you told me about, their friends and your former student. They are incredible, as you said… Princess Celestia.”

…

Yod made his way to a stone wall. He knocked on it twice, which caused the wall to open, revealing a lit tunnel. Yod walked down it until he reached a door at the end. Once that door opened, Yod removed his boots and walked inside.

An older man in yellow robes was meditating in front of the fireplace.

The man spoke without opening his eyes, “Young Yod, I must say well done on protecting your family.”

“Master, while I was gone, there some things I learnt, some things you must know.” Yod got on his knees next to the man.

“And what is it, my pupil.”

“Master, the Hamato Clan lives.”

The man opened his eyes, which revealed he was blind in his left eye. He said nothing as he pulled down his sleeve to reveal a tattoo… of the Hamato Clan symbol.

Author's Note

And here we are readers, the end of the story. But there will be a sequel to this, Wildcard gave me the okay to do it. And in the sequel, some things here will be answered.

Also once again, a special shout out to Wildcard25, Jebens1, AmethystMajesty25, and Postwarmonkey50 for their help in making this.

Trivia

• The fact about removing one's shoes before entering a home or sacred place comes from real-life Indian culture, in which Reinkani is an original Indian settlement.
• The song that Vera plays on her flute is based on the lullaby played in 2011 Thundercats.