Hey guys! Have you missed me? I have indeed missed you. I do want to offer an apology for no stories over the last week- It was a really busy time for me, trying to finish a class. But now, I have some time, and it's time for something new. I am returning to the world of 'The Trans-Human Saga'…

…and someone is returning for some unfinished business!

It was nighttime…and a couple were enjoying each other's company…the male said, "My dear…have I told you how beautiful you are?"

The woman, tightly held in her lover's embrace, replied, "Of course you have. But I do enjoy hearing you say it."

The male then said, "It is true."

Then, the female switched, so she was on top of him. He gripped her hips, and she leaned towards him…

…only for the sound of a crying infant to fill the air. The woman said, "Drake, my love…it seems that Julia is hungry."

Drake replied, "Alright, Lucia, my love. See to her." Lucia and Drake-who were the former Trans-Humans known as Pyros and Droghon- were now the parents of a beautiful little girl, who was born 6 months prior during their battle with Maximus.

And they had won-and had decided to give up the lives of warriors for those of parents. Lucia made her way to a crib next to the bed- and Drake got out after her. Lucia pulled the top of her gown down, and placed the infant to her breast to feed. Drake came up behind her, and embraced them. He said, "Aren't you glad we gave all of that up for this?"

Lucia smiled, and replied, "Indeed, I am. I am rather fond of motherhood…and our child…and you, of course." She turned to him-and as best she could while holding a nursing baby, kissed him.

Lucia held the child to her shoulder, and Drake looked at them. He also looked at her hand…and noticed she didn't have a ring. I will have to change that…

Meanwhile, another couple was preparing to have a night in. Nate-also a former Trans-Human named Terrinos, who could manipulate the earth- had convinced Honey to come to his place. She went to his penthouse for dinner and a movie. And…maybe…a little more…I wonder how open Nate would be to it…

Once there, she marveled at his penthouse. She said, "Huh…your place makes mine look like a dump."

Nate said, "I didn't mean to offend you. It's just that we were put into situations where we would succeed."

Honey shrugged, and said, "Well, let's not dwell on the past. Let's concentrate on the here and now…and the future."

Nate said, "Agreed." He grabbed two slices of pizza, and a soda. Honey likewise followed, and they sat in front of his large-screen TV. As they ate, Honey said, "Oh…your friend…Pyros…she had a baby."

Nate said, "Really? I didn't even know she was pregnant. And Drake must be the father."

Honey said, "Yes. They seemed really happy to get away from all of the war and fighting."

Nate turned to Honey, and said, "And…what of you? Are you happy to have given up being a hero?"

Honey went silent. When she found her voice, she replied, "I don't know about happy…but there's you and I…and that's all that matters."

Nate nodded, and said, "Well put. Would milady care for more pizza?"

Honey giggled at being called that, and said, "Sure." So they enjoyed the pizza, and the movie…and Nate realized it was late. He said, "Well…it appears that it has gotten rather late."

Honey said, "It has, hasn't it?"

Nate replied, "I wouldn't send you home at this time."

Honey replied, "Well, that's nice of you."

Nate said, "Well…this was your plan then." Honey nodded. Nate said, "Well then…only one thing to do in a moment like this."

He leaned over, and picked Honey up into his arms. She screamed- not in fear, but in giddiness. Nate said, "I'll be on my best behavior."

Honey kissed him, and said, "Well, I'm not looking for your 'best' behavior. I'm looking for the Master of the Earth…to 'rock' my body!"

Nate laughed at her pun, and said, "Well…I had always hoped you'd be as sweet as your name. Now I'm going to find out." And with that, they headed for the bedroom…

And for one of the heroes, it was business as usual. Go Go-upon her return to the garage- had a nice backlog of repairs. So she played the messages-10 in total- and called each back to set up appointments. The last caller sounded so urgent that Go Go had arranged to look at his car that day. She opened the garage at 8 am…and at 8:15, a red sports car pulled up.

And out stepped a tall blonde male wearing sunglasses. He looked, and said, "Where's the mechanic?"

Go Go replied, "You're looking at her."

The guy replied, "You're the mechanic? I thought you'd be the secretary…or something…like you'd know anything about cars."

Go Go's eyes narrowed, and she said, "What can I help you with?"

The guy said, "Hmm…" He looked over Go Go…who wasn't wearing mechanic gear. She had on a sleeveless t-shirt, with dark leggings under jean shorts. He said, in a sneering tone, "Why don't you check out my stick? I'd love to rev you into high gear…if you know what I mean…"

Go Go replied, "Huh…I know what you mean…and you dipsticks are all alike. I'd suggest you work on better pick-up lines…at any rate, leave the car here, and I'll find out the problem."

The guy said, "OK…I'll be back. And maybe you'll take me up on my offer." He left the garage. Go Go then turned her attention to the car. She popped the hood up, and was looking inside…

…she didn't hear the other door open. And she didn't hear the footsteps coming up behind her. What she did notice was a pair of hands gripping her hips. She sighed, and said, "If that isn't you, Hiro…you're in trouble."

The voice replied, "Well, it's a good thing it is Hiro." Go Go turned around-right into the embrace of Hiro Hamada. She said, "Morning, love."

He kissed her, and said, "Morning, Go. You're up early."

Go Go said, "Yeah. Got back from hero work- and I had a backlog. Starting with this douche-nozzle's car."

Hiro said, "Another one of those creeps trying to hit on you?"

Go Go said, "Yeah. They're getting worse and worse with their come-on lines!"

Hiro chuckled, and said, "Well…they have got good taste."

Go Go said, "Maybe…but they've got nothing on you." She pulled him in for a kiss. They shared the moment of passion-until Hiro said, "Oh, I came with some news."

Go Go said, "What's up?"

Hiro said, "You remember those Trans-Humans we helped? Drake and Lucia?"

Go Go replied, "Yeah! Lucia had a little girl…how are they?"

Hiro said, "They are well…and they have invited us for a short stay at their manor."

Go Go said, "Oh, that's great! I can't wait to see their little girl."

Hiro said, "So how far back are you?"

Go Go said, "I can clear out this backlog by Friday."

Hiro said, "Then we're leaving on Saturday."

While this was happening…a force thought vanquished began to stir. Deep within frigid waters…was the form of the former leader of the Trans-Humans, Maximus. A blue flash appeared within the helmet visor…followed by an eruption of energy.

The silence of the Antarctic was shattered-when the boot of Maximus stepped on the ground. They thought me destroyed…no. And now…I will have my retribution…Droghon…Pyros…and Hiro Hamada…

And so…that brings the first chapter to an end!

And so…you guys and girls know what to do!