Alex and Bond are both called in and have to team up for a mission yet both resent having a partner and Bond resents having a kid partner even more. They have to get past this to come out alive! Rating for language. PREVIOUSLY: THE BIGGER HERO!

It's been 2 years since Alex Rider had decided to work for MI6 full time and 6 years since James Bond quit. When a new assassination organization emerges in SCORPIA's place and kidnaps an important ally, both Alex and Bond are placed on a team to rescue the man and capture a member of the organization. Rated T for mild violence and harsh language.

Alex Rider was 18 when he did his last job for MI6. James Bond was 22 when he was recruited. What they didn't know - he's the same man. Explores how Rider became Bond. James Bond/Alex Rider crossover, AU. Title from a Smashing Pumpkins song.