"I guess we should be on our way​ as well," Noel said. "I don't suppose anyone wants to give us a ride?" 

     That comment/question was aimed at the Azure. Azure soldiers huddled around and under the sky-blue starship. No response from any of them.

     "We'll be on our way, then."  

     Although Trevor healed rapidly, he still could not yet move. He watched everything while lying on his back on the hard rock. Brock waved as he used his azure power to rise. Shawnacy, Estelle and Noel linked arms and rose as one. Shawnacy smiled at Trevor as if to say, good-bye for now. I liked working for you. I hope we meet again someday soon. 

     At least Trevor hoped that's what she meant by that look. 

     Noel had one last thing to say before they disappeared through the hole in the ceiling.

     "Oh, and by the way. This really was our first mission."

​     And up through the hole they went. 

CONTINUE