Get ready for the big, bada$$ battle! This saga is drawing to a close-who will win? Who will survive? And will I stop asking dumb questions? Read on to find out!

Drake-the Trans-Human called Droghon-was enjoying drinks with his new neighbors in a tavern a short distance from his manor. There was a football (soccer for us Americans) game on TV…until the TV flickered. Drake stiffened when he saw Maximus' image on the screen.

He also witnessed the particle beam's demonstration. The city that had been struck-the destruction, the devastation…and I would have been party to that! No…I must act…The other patrons were speaking in alarmed tones about what happened…unaware that Drake had left the bar and was planning on a trip to the coldest regions on Earth…

While this was happening, Hiro had picked up Honey and the team was now on the way to SHIELD's Helicarrier. Hiro said, "Honey…we all know what you've experienced. You didn't have to join us. We all would have understand."

Honey looked at Hiro, and replied, "Thank you-all of you-for being so considerate to me and what I have been experiencing. But when I saw that demonstration- I couldn't sit by and do nothing. I had to help."

Everyone fell into silence-until GoGo said, "Honey-are you re-joining the team? Or is this a one-time mission for you?"

Honey said, "I am not sure. Once we finish this-I'll know for sure."

Baymax said, "Hiro-we are approaching the Heli-Carrier. I am preparing to land. Please follow all landing protocol."

Once the SHIELD jet landed, Hiro and his team were shuttled to the Carrier's Command Center-where Nick Fury was waiting. Fury said, "As you can see…we are on a deadline. We have 5 hours and 43 minutes before Maximus fires his laser again. And we don't know the target."

Hiro said, "Yeah-and we want to know why you grabbed us for this."

Fury said, "We know you've battled the Trans-Humans." On the screen, several screens displayed images-images that were familiar to the team. Hiro said, "What's this? Have you been recording our battles with the Trans-Humans?"

Fury said, "You're too naïve. We've known about the Trans-Humans…for some time. We just didn't know when they'd act. We also were aware that they had a special interest in you, as well." Several other images appeared-and one made Honey hitch her breath. She saw an image of her and Nathan-the human alter-ego of Terrinos-dining at a restaurant.

GoGo noticed Honey's reaction, and she lightly gripped the chemist's shoulder. Honey turned, and nodded. GoGo said, "So…you were just going to sit back and let a sub-zero sociopath kidnap me?"

Fury said, "Calm yourself, Tomago. We were gathering intelligence on them-so we would know how best to deal with them if they became a threat."

Hiro then replied, "A threat? A threat to who? Because you didn't give a damn when they were a threat to us. We had to fight a guy who could create ice, a guy who was a localized lightning field, and a guy who could literally move the earth-and you didn't give us a heads-up about them-knowing they would come after us?"

Fury smiled and said, "You handled yourselves pretty well. Anyway, this isn't about the past- it's about the now. SHIELD has recruited you for this mission because of your experience against the Trans-Humans."

Hiro exhaled, and said, "Fine. We're your team. But we're doing this on my terms."

Fury said, "Not a chance. You think I want to risk something going wrong?"

Hiro said, "Well-my team and I will return to San Fransokyo-and you can watch the world burn."

Fury replied, "OK, OK…I don't have time to debate this. What do you want?"

Hiro said, "From you-nothing. I have the team…and we have everything we need. You keep out of our way, and let us handle the situation."

Fury said, "And if you can't?" Hiro smiled, and said, "We can…and we will."

Hiro then turned to the team, who each nodded towards him. Hiro said, "Alright. Let's move-we're wasting time. According to Fury's clock-we've got 5 and a half hours before Maximus fires his weapon."

As they were heading to the hangar, Baymax said, "Hiro-even with the SHIELD hyper-jet-it would take us nearly four hours to reach Maximus' fortress."

Hiro said, "Crap! You're right…unless…"

Wasabi said, "Unless what?"

Hiro said, "Baymax-how long would it take to outfit this jet for atmospheric entry and re-entry?"

Baymax said, "This Helicarrier has the appropriate components. It we were to all assist-we could have a jet ready in an hour."

Hiro said, "Alright-then let's get started!"

Droghon entered the frozen fortress that served as his home. Once inside, he noticed that he wasn't greeted by Pyros. Even in her condition-she would greet him with a warm kiss and embrace. He also noticed that the fortress was a hub of activity. He headed to his private chamber-maybe Pyros was waiting for him here. He opened the door-and no Pyros.

Hmm…she is not here, either…He turned-to see one of the soldiers Maximus had in his employ. Droghon said, "What do you want?"

The soldier said, "Lord Maximus wishes to see you. Now." Droghon said, "Very well. I wish to don my armor."

The soldier said, "Maximus said that that will not be necessary." Droghon said, "Take me to him."

On the way there, Droghon tried to hide his concern. I have not seen Lucia since my arrival. But I'd better not let it known my concern for her…The door to the main chamber opened, and Maximus sat upon his throne.

Droghon knelt, and said, "Hail, Lord Maximus."

Maximus said, "You may rise. You have yet to see the demonstration of my particle beam."

Droghon thought, I have seen it…but said, "Is it operational?"

Maximus turned to a screen, and said, "See for yourself." Droghon looked at a screen-and just like in the tavern-he saw the devastation and destruction of Rome. Maximus said, "And that was with only 50% power! Imagine what happens when the weapon fires at full strength."

Droghon-despite feeling sick to his stomach-replied, "That is impressive. The leaders of the world's nations must be in awe and fear of this weapon. It is only a matter of time before you claim victory. And that victory will ensure that the other Trans-Humans did not needlessly sacrifice their lives."

Maximus said, "Our victory is at hand…but there is another matter to attend to."

Droghon said, "What matter is that?"

Maximus activated several screens-which displayed Droghon and Pyros. Maximus said, "This is my favorite-you and her talking rebellion. Such a shame-after everything I have done for you both. This is how you repay me…"

Droghin turned to Maximus, and said, "Pyros-Lucia…where is she?"

Maximus said, "She is…here…" Maximus activated another screen-which displayed a sight that appalled and sickened the Dragon-Knight. Pyros had been restrained to a massive metallic 'X'. Her head was drooping-which caused her vibrant red hair to frame her face. And most concerning of all-Droghon noticed that Pyros' baby bump was even more pronounced.

Droghon said, "What have you done to her?!"

Maximus replied, "I wanted to determine the true nature of your relationship. Pyros did put up a good fight-but she was no match for me. I…'interrogated' her…but alas, nothing she told me was anything I hadn't already known."

Droghon felt his anger rising, and he said, "So you tortured a woman-a very pregnant woman, I may add-for information you already had? Why?"

Maximus replied, "I needed to know where her loyalties lay. But now-with this cannon…I do not need the Masters of the Elements…or you, either." Maximus then stood up, and emitted a massive wall of energy. The energy struck Droghon, and knocked him down. Maximus then said, "Take him. Reunite him with the flame-whore and his bastard."

Droghon was weakened, but not out. He said, "And I looked up to you like a father."

Maximus said, "Unfortunately, sons do things that disappoint their fathers."

Droghon spat back, "And fathers do things that shatter their children's faith in them. I shall make you pay…not just for the elemental Trans-Humans…not for Lucia or my child…but for myself."

Maximus said, "Not in this lifetime…you don't realize-compared to me…you are like the monkey, trying to grab the moon…yet you failed to realize the moon is but a reflection in the water." The soldiers then drug Droghon away-into the bowels of the frozen fortress.

Hiro looked at his handiwork. He had been a little too generous-it had taken the team nearly two hours of nonstop working to get the jet fitted. But they were all geniuses-and it came together fairly quickly.

Hiro said, "So, Baymax, what are your calculations?"

Baymax said, "For atmospheric entry, we need to hit 6500 miles per hour. Then we need to ascend. I believe that we can reach the Antarctic region within 45 minutes."

Hiro then said, "Alright, everyone. Let's get suited up. We'll need to use these suits to protect us both during and after atmospheric entry. Let's do it!"

The heroes boarded the jet, and Baymax said, "I am beginning takeoff. Please be seated and begin takeoff protocol." The jet then zoomed out of the Heli-Carrier, and zipped off. The jet gained speed-2000 mph…3000 mph…Hiro said, "Everyone good?"

The others gave him the thumbs up. Baymax said, "We are approaching out target speed. Beginning ascent now." The jet then began to ascend upwards…and Baymax said, "Activating thermal shield."

The jet continued upwards…and Baymax said, "We have entered the upper level of Earth's atmosphere. Adjusting position…prepare for descent and re-entry." The jet then began to descend-and Hiro said, "Let's hope we don't stall out on re-entry!"

Baymax said, "We have re-entered Earth's atmosphere. However, we are descending too fast."

Hiro said, "Can you use the front brakes?"

Baymax said, "I can…but that would only slow us down so much…"

Hiro said, "Fire them!"

Baymax did as Hiro asked, and the jet's descent began to slow. Baymax said, "We are slowing to an ideal speed. I have the coordinates that the blast originated from. It would stand that the laser is in proximity to the user."

Hiro said, "Good job, Baymax. Everyone-let's move out. We've got a planet to save!"

And that is where this chapter ends…next time, battles (I promise) and a resolution to all these loose ends!

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