Got some action. Though I do apologize if it isn't perfect.


"I was beginning to wonder why I haven't seen you." Sinestro sarcastically stated. "Trying to hide in another city as though I wouldn't fond you."

Hal didn't respond, keeping a firm grip on Kyle. The chaos was still progressing, but Hal was more concerned with Kyle and the Korugaran floating above them.

"Admittedly, I am not here because of you. I sensed great fear as of late, and went looking for it." Sinestro scoffed in intrigue. "So imagine my surprise when I find, not one, but two Green Lanterns at the source."

Sinestro scanned the two, trying to identify the one he was sensing. After a few moments, he rested his sights on Kyle. He landed in front of them, leaning towards the younger Lantern.

"What's troubling you Torchbearer?" Sinestro inquired.

Hal shoved Kyle behind him, noting Kyle's discomfort and not particularly liking the attention he was getting. Even if Hal knew that Kyle was probably the cause of Sinestro's appearance. Not that Hal wanted to blame Kyle for it. However, he couldn't deny that Kyle's fear and anger cocktail did bring unwanted attention. The gesture attracted its own attention.

"Is something the matter Hal?" Sinestro snidely asked. "I was only asking a question."

"Yeah, well I don't like where it was going." Hal coldly replied.

"It was going nowhere. Why don't you let him speak?"

Kyle's mouth opened, but nothing came out. He was stuck between not wanting to answer and knowing he shouldn't. He also knew he wouldn't get far if he tried. There was no way Hal would let Kyle play along with Sinestro's ploy.

"Because I know what you're after." Hal stated. "You want to use his problems against him."

"So he is the source of the fear?"

Hal scoffed at Sinestro's sarcasm.

"Like you didn't already know."

Sinestro chuckled. He wasn't surprised by Hal's outburst, expecting it. Sinestro straightened his posture, folding his arms.

"Then why don't we cut to the chase? Hand him over."

Hal's anger flared. There was no way he was going to let that happen.

"Over my dead body."

"That can be arranged."

A nearby explosion interrupted their battle before it could even begin. Out of the debris came another unwelcomed face. With a temperamental cat on his shoulder, Atrocitus approached them. If Hal wasn't disturbed enough as it were, he definitely was now. The last thing he wanted was to have the two people he had warned the Guardians about showing up.

"What brings you here Atrocitus?" SInestro inquired, cutting to the chase.

"I sensed a powerful surge of anger." Atrocitus admitted. "It died down, but I wish to see what caused it."

Hal's blood ran cold. He couldn't believe that Atrocitus was here for that. Hal wondered if he was sensing his anger or if Kyle's outburst the night before was strong enough to notify Atrocitus. Hal's question was answered when Atrocitus and Dex Starr glared at Kyle.

"Run!" Hal ordered, activating his ring and uniform.

"No." Kyle refused, taking a step so he could look at Hal. "I can't leave you with them alone."

"They're here for you and I don't want you to stick around to find out why."

"But Hal…"

"Get to the Batcave and contact the League. I'll be okay."

Kyle was about to argue further when Hal gave him a glare shutting it down.

"Okay."

Kyle ran, reluctantly following Hal's request. The three watched.

"That wasn't wise." SInestro stated.

Hal summoned a fighter jet and threw it at SInestro. Before Atrocitus could get the chance to go after Kyle, Hal smashed him with a green bus.

"You're not going anywhere near him." Hal coldly lectured.

"It matters not." Sinestro argued. "I will find out what's causing such turbulence in our young Lantern."


Kyle continued his run. He was too panicked to think straight, only keeping his mind set on getting back to Wayne Manor. Kyle was struck by a yellow aura, slamming him into a wall.

"Where do you think you're going?" Arkillo aggressively asked. "Sinestro wishes to speak with you."

"I refused." Kyle denied, only for Arkillo squish him more between the wall and Arkillo's construct.

"I didn't ask you."

Arkillo was hit by napalm, removing the construct from Kyle. With that, Kyle tried to escape, only for him to be intercepted by a frame ramming into him. One good look was all he needed for him to recognized Bleez.

"I don't think so." Bleez denied. "Atrocitus would love to see you about your anger."

"Back off witch." Arkillo demanded. "I was here first."

"I don't care. I'm here for this Lantern."

"Like I'd let you. Sinestro demands I apprehend him."

Kyle attempted to sneak away. With the two arguing, he knew it was his only opportunity. Unfortunately his escape was short lived as a yellow tinted rope grabbed him and threw him against the building across the street. It was enough to briefly knock the wind out of Kyle, but not enough to knock him out.

"Hey!" Bleez screamed. "That's Atrocitus' property."

She lunged at Arkillo, wanting to attack. She wanted to defeat him to appease her leader. Not that Arkillo was going to let her win, accepting her challenge. As they fought, Kyle stood up.

Kyle watched them, uncertain what to do. He wanted to escape, contact the League like Hal wanted him to. However, he knew he couldn't leave them to destroy this part of the city either. Kyle's hand brushed against his pocket, coming into contact with a ring shaped bulge. Then he remembered Hal's words from the previous day.

Words of encouragement and reminder. As mad as he was at Hal and as fightened as he was at this whole situation, Kyle fondly appreciated Hal's reminder. Kyle was the Torchbearer. The last Green Lantern. No matter how scared he was, Kyle knew he had to push through. Kyle slid his hand into the pocket, adjusting the ring. In the back of his mind, he finally knew what to say.

"In brightest day, in darkest night, no evil shall escape my sight," Kyle began, "let those who worship evil's might. Beware my power. Green Lantern's might!"

Kyle was surrounded by a green aura as his black and white uniform and green mask exposed themselves. Arkillo and Bleez gave him a surprised look, ceasing their dispute. Kyle glided towards them, determined to detain them.

Summoning a giant boulder, he slammed it against them. It stopped them briefly, but only seemed to fuel their aggravation, this time aimed at Kyle. Bleez and Arkillo silently agreed to disarm Kyle.

Arkillo smacked Kyle with a yellow construct. Bleez followed up with another napalm blast. Kyle was able to deflect them with a dome shaped shield. That didn't stop the two as they continued to attack him. Kyle tried to keep up, but his burst of willpower seemed to slowly fizzle out.

Two voices stopped the opposing Lanterns. Kyle barely got the chance to look before being beaten with a fist.

Kyle's sight started to fade, the image of Sinestro hovered around him. In the corner of his eye was Atrocitus.

"Let's get a look at what all the fuss is about." Sinestro decreed.


Yes we have Atrocitus and Sinestro in here. And not to worry, Kyle will be able to muster up the courage to continue fighting.