The groups were split in to teams, Wyoming , with Florida were on surveillance. Wyoming was watching while Florida was technically just his back up.

The plan was to meet up with the team of York, Carolina and Washington to launch an attack at the main area of the base; a secure room where CT and her new boyfriend were trying to flee to. Wyoming and Florida got there first and continued surveillance until the others arrived. But they were not as stealthy as they thought. (or at least that was what everyone who was not Agent Florida would think.)

On a ledge over 100 feet up, Florida moved 10 feet away from Wyoming and made an intentional sound. He knew the leader's main weapon was a axe-like thing. Florida just had to make sure it didn't hit anywhere fatal when he took the hit.

Jumping was his 'thing' and f you know how to jump you know how to fall without dying (but it did knock him out for a while.)

CT's boyfriend anticipated an attack and positioned two gunners with 'magical' infinite machine guns that created a river of bullets.

This was Florida's plan all along; get them to flee to the room where the top tier Agents could have them cornered.

Unfortunately that was not the case. Washington and York had no clue what to do. Carolina wanted to move forward a few feet at a time – and Wyoming was kind of a coward.

Then Agent Texas, who always seemed superhuman, went invisible and literally leaped over the gunfire. This caused Carolina to follow. The rest of stayed behind- because they had not clue as to how to proceed.

After a while Florida got back up, and he had a plan. He tore the axe from his shoulder and tossed it. He didn't throw it- throwing would mean he was trying. He just tossed it between the two gunners. They had a good laugh. He then shot down a massive crate killing them instantly.

Command received confirmation of CT's death, although no recovery of the armor.

On the ride back Wyoming took a seat by Florida. "You did all right back there. So what's your next move, chap?"

"No more missions." Florida said, leaning back, with one and on his injured shoulder."I want to teach people, I want to inspire people"

"In your lady's honor; I understand." He was never really honorable to any woman, but knew love when he saw it.

With Wyoming's help Florida became the new human resources of project freelancer was assigned to train new guards, but he also listed to grievances and helped people adjust to life on the Mother of Invention.

People took notice. He was kind and even though CT would prove to be correct (in terms of the illegality and corruption), the crew of the ship felt at peace with Florida acting as their 'voice' (even it it only succeeded in getting more chocolate pudding in the cafeteria.)

Skip forward, in the time that passed after more traitors and the attempted theft of the Alpha AI- a decision is made to move the alpha to a body and plant it in a certain training base; a base where the soldiers who need the most 'help' were placed.

Councilor Price knew what was coming so he arranged a meeting with Florida. "Are you aware of the alpha AI."

"I'm aware of AI program." Florida knew of Agents with AI's. They were like friends, or children; each with distinctive personalities. But the alpha was a hidden treasure, something no one spoke of.

"Soon there will be a need to hide the alpha in a robotic body, he will believe he is human and he will need a guardian, a teacher, a protector." price could see Florida understood.

"A teacher." he took off his helmet and smiled. "It would be a honor".

"I assumed as much, I'll put in the recommendation. Thank you for your time Agent Florida; Captain Flowers."

"I don't like silly things like rank interfering with our team dynamic."

"ok.." Councilor Price knew he made the right choice, Florida would fit in just fine.

That night Florida had a strange dream. Jen came to him she wore a white gown, glamorous, glittery and strapless, almost like a wedding dress- and he was able to see in full color without augmentation. They were in a strange canyon. "This is bloodgluch, isn't it beautiful!" she ran in to a meadow, laughing and dancing.

"adorable?" He held her hand caressing her fingers, trying to remember her.

"team red vs team blue, like a game of chess except only you, Butch, know the actual rules. -come on!" she grabbed his hand and pulled him to the barracks. Everyone and everything was frozen in time.

"this is Tuckr, he's smart and more brave and talented then he knows- kinda like you." She paused. In this dream she had glasses when she was in between thought she would push up her glasses.

" He'll grow to like you right away. "She said as her angelic blonde hair caressing her face,

This is Caboose. He's funny, if a little hard to comprehend, but when you harness his true strength you will see he's the greatest solider you will ever know.

Then she took him to an empty bed. "The Alpha; He will know himself as Church; you need to make him feel welcome and loved. " The bed glowed as she touched it, creating an energy image of a body. He needs to know that people valued him, and his struggles are not in vain." There was so much more. But she already knew Florida would not to live to see it.

Florida took a few steps back. "This is a dream."

"Baby, you know this is more than a dream." Jen said touching his face. She threw her arms around him, holding him as she wept. "This was my chance to say goodbye. I need to leave you now, but these people- your men, they need you. "

With that Florida awoke with a jolt, his heart felt strong, hopeful.

The next day-

"The AI would need a security detail."Councilor Price said to the director. Someone who was a leader; a warrior, but also trustworthy, nurturing and compassionate.

"Might I suggest Captain Butch Flowers?" Price said.

"Agent Florida?"the director considered it. Florida was emotional, but he was also creative and willing to sacrifice himself for the safety of others. "I I guess that would be acceptable…"

"I'm just pleased as punch you chose me!" Florida burst through the door.

The decision was made he would go to blood gulch, to guide and protect the Alpha. And someday, when fate deemed him worthy he would die. And be reunited with the love of his life.

The end