The new Doctor sat up and looked around "But this can't be possible, I was at the end of my regeneration cycle!" He exclaimed in astonishment. The room remained silent as the New Moon Theatre troupe entered the room, their eyes wide with shock and disbelief. The Doctor's body had transformed into a younger version of himself, with brown hair and blue eyes that sparkled with curiosity and mischief. "Is it really you?" Porsha whispered, her voice trembling with hope. "I'm really not sure but I think so." He said with a nervous laugh, holding out a hand to touch his new face.
Title Sequence
TOM HIDDLESTION
HALSEY
CHELSEA PERETTI
DOCTOR WHO
THE SURVIVAL OF A TIMELORD
The room was filled with a mix of confusion and elation. Suki stared at the new Doctor in awe, the gravity of what had just happened slowly sinking in. "But how?" She asked. "I don't know, but apparently, I've been granted another chance." He replied, his voice filled with a newfound excitement. The Doctor looked down at his sonic screwdriver, now in his new hand, and began to fiddle with it, the familiar whirring sound bringing a sense of comfort to the stunned group. "Hold on I think I remember something." He murmured to himself as he flipped through his memories of his past lives.
*Flashback to Hell Bent* The Twelfth Doctor stood outside the barn on his home planet Gallifrey and soldiers who had been ordered to execute him by the lord president Rassilon instead stood with The Doctor after refusing to kill him then The Doctor remembered what Rassilon had said to him "How many regenerations did we grant you? I've got all night!" The Doctor played those words over and over again in his mind "How many regenerations did we grant you? How many regenerations did we grant you? How many regenerations did we grant you?" *End of flashback*
The Doctor realized the Timelords may have granted him more than just twelve regenerations. He felt a rush of emotions - shock, disbelief, and a touch of fear at the vastness of the gift he had just received. "I think when the Timelords gave me more regenerations they may have given me infinite chances." He said, still trying to grasp the reality of the situation. The room remained silent, each member of the troupe processing the revelation in their own way. "There's only on way to find out how many regenerations I have now," he said as he jumped out of the bed and ran to the TARDIS.
Inside the TARDIS medical bay, he scanned himself with a medical device. The results were clear: the Time Lords had indeed granted him an infinite number of regenerations. "This changes everything," he murmured, his mind racing with the implications. With each new life, the potential for adventure, growth, and discovery was now limitless. He stepped out of the TARDIS and face the Troupe, his eyes shining with excitement and a touch of trepidation. "I scanned myself, and it appears I was right the Timelords granted more than just twelve regenerations to me, it appears I have unlimited regenerations!"
The group looked at him, their emotions a tumultuous storm of shock, joy, and confusion. "Does this mean you're going to be okay?" Porsha asked, her voice filled with hope. "Yes," the new Doctor replied with a grin, "It appears I'll be sticking around for quite a while longer." The weight of their sorrow lifted, the room erupted into cheers and hugs, the celebration of new life echoing through the theatre. Porsha and Suki ran forward and hugged The Doctor tightly, their tears of grief now replaced with tears of happiness. "Easy girls I don't want to regenerate again from being squished," he chuckled, his new body feeling both familiar and alien at the same time.
The Doctor's regeneration had brought a newfound energy to the group. The knowledge that he could now potentially live forever gave them all a renewed sense of purpose. They had a lifetime of adventures ahead of them, and they were ready to tackle any challenge that came their way. "So, where to next?" The Doctor asked, his eyes twinkling with excitement. "Wherever there's a story to tell, a mystery to solve, or a wrong to right," Porsha said, her voice strong and determined. He looked at Porsha "Do you feel ready to start travelling with me again?". "More than ever," she replied, her eyes shining with excitement. The Doctor looked at The Master "You wanna join us, Master?". The Master's eyes narrowed for a moment before a smile spread across his face "I do enjoy a good mystery" he said. "But I think I will stay and help with the theatre for now".
Porsha and Suki grabbed their sonic screwdrivers that The Doctor had made for them, feeling the weight of responsibility and excitement for the adventures ahead. They were no longer just performers; they were guardians of the cosmos alongside The Doctor, champions of peace and justice in a universe brimming with endless possibilities. "Alright, then let's get going!" The Doctor exclaimed, his youthful exuberance infecting them all. The troupe gathered around the TARDIS console, their hearts racing in anticipation.
The Doctor set the coordinates to their next destination: a distant planet known for its bustling intergalactic market, teeming with alien species from all corners of the universe. The TARDIS groaned and whirred to life, the familiar sound bringing a sense of comfort and home to the group. As they took off, the Doctor couldn't help but feel a twinge of nostalgia for his past lives. Yet, he knew that this was a new chapter, and he was ready to face it with his friends by his side.
Upon arriving at the market, the Doctor, Porsha, and Suki were immediately swept up in the cacophony of alien languages and the smell of exotic spices. They marvelled at the vibrant stalls displaying technology and artifacts beyond their wildest imaginations. The Doctor's curiosity was piqued by a mysterious vendor selling ancient texts, each one promising secrets of the cosmos. Meanwhile, Porsha's eyes lit up at the sight of a rare musical instrument that resonated with her musical side, and Suki found herself drawn to a stall showcasing intricate, handcrafted crystal jewellery that she found very pretty.
While they explored, they couldn't help but feel a sense of déjà vu, as if they had been here before. The Doctor's intuition tingled, hinting at an underlying significance to their visit. "Keep your eyes peeled, my friends," he murmured, his gaze scanning the crowd, "There's something important happening here, something we're meant to uncover." Then The Doctor saw an incredibly beautiful female alien wearing quite a revealing outfit and with her was a larger male alien in a very fancy suit "Ahh I think I know what's going on here" he said to himself with a knowing smile. Suki and Porsha saw the female alien and were confused "Doctor, do you know her?"
They asked "No but I know what she is you see in this part of the universe slavery is very much a reality and she is what's known as a slave species meaning her species is often used by other species for labour and other things because of their strength and beauty. There are countless slave species across the cosmos and it's one of the many injustices we've encountered." He said with a hint of anger in his voice. The male alien's eyes fell on Porsha and Suki, and he started to approach them. "Well hello there," He said "Young ones looking for some fun or perhaps looking to buy?" The Doctor stepped Infront of Suki and Porsha "I don't think so sir we are not looking to purchase." He said firmly. The male alien sneered "I don't care what you're looking for I care about what I can sell and buy!"
Suki and Porsha were slightly nervous, but the Doctor was calm and composed "I assure you sir you do not want to mess with us" The Doctor said in a very calm but serious tone. "Say how much for those two?" The male alien asked pointing at Porsha and Suki. The Doctor's eyes narrowed "They are not for sale." "Everything has a price" He replied. The Doctor's eyes narrowed even more "I dare you to try and find theirs!" The male alien glared at The Doctor "Do you know who I am?" He boomed "I am Raxon the most feared and richest trader in this galaxy!" The Doctor leaned in closer and whispered "I know exactly who you are, and I don't care. Now if you'll excuse us, we have some shopping to do." He took Porsha and Suki by the hand and walked away leaving Raxon fuming behind them. Raxon gestured for his guards "Get me the two females and kill the male!"
The Doctor, Porsha, and Suki moved quickly through the market, dodging through the crowds. They heard the sound of blasters firing and the roar of Raxon's guards. They ducked into an alleyway, and The Doctor quickly locked the entrance with his sonic screwdriver. "What do we do now?" Porsha panted; fear etched into her features. "We fight." The Doctor said, his voice steely. "But we don't have any weapons!" Suki exclaimed. "Oh, I wouldn't say that" The Doctor smirked, pulling out his sonic screwdriver. "Also don't you two have your own sonic screwdrivers now?"
Porsha nodded, and the three of them took a moment to compose themselves before facing the guards who had now surrounded them. The Doctor's new incarnation brought with it a youthful agility that the two females hadn't seen in him before. He flipped and dodged their advances with ease, his sonic screwdriver whirring as it disarmed their weapons. Suki and Porsha, inspired by his bravery, stepped up and used their sonic screwdrivers to create a diversion. They managed to disable several guards, their friendship and newfound unity acting as an unstoppable force. However, Porsha didn't see the blow coming from one of the guards and she was knocked unconscious.
The Doctor and Suki hadn't noticed Porsha fall until it was after the guards had run off, scared by their coordinated attack. "Well, that showed them didn't Porsha. Porsha?!" The Doctor called out only to realize she was not standing beside them anymore. They turned to find she was gone. "Porsha!" They both called out in unison, their hearts racing. As they ran back through the alleyway, The Doctor's eyes fell upon the glint of her sonic screwdriver on the ground. "They must have taken her!" He exclaimed. Suki was devastated, tears welling in her eyes. "We have to get her back!" The Doctor was angry now "And we will get her back!"
They raced back to the TARDIS, The Doctor's mind racing with a plan. "We need to track Raxon's ship," he said as he flipped switches and turned dials. Suki nodded, her fear turning into determination. "We can use the sonic screwdriver to trace the energy signature of their weapons." The Doctor looked at her, impressed by her quick thinking. "Good idea, let's do it." They managed to pick up a faint trace of the energy signature and set off into the vast expanse of space. The Doctor was focused on the controls, while Suki was worriedly thinking what they might be doing to Porsha.
Porsha slowly regained consciousness, her head pounding and her vision blurry. She found herself in a dimly lit, cold chamber filled with the whirring of alien machinery. Her arms and legs were bound by what felt like a thick, metallic substance. She tried to move but was met with pain and restraint. Panic set in as the reality of her situation dawned on her. She had been captured, and she had no idea where Suki and the Doctor were. "Ah your awake," a gruff voice said from the shadows. A spotlight flickered on, revealing Raxon standing over her, his cruel smile a stark contrast to the fear in her eyes. "You're going to be a fine addition to my collection," he sneered, stroking her fur. She suddenly bit his hand and spat at him, "I'm not a possession! I'm a sentient being!" Ranox just smirked and nodded to his guards, who tightened her restraints. "Now let's get you changed out of those hideous clothes and into something more... appealing." He said gesturing to her yellow pants and blue t-shirt Porsha's eyes widened in horror as she realized what he was implying.
Back on The TARDIS The Doctor was doing his best to console Suki as they tracked Raxon's ship. "Don't worry, we'll get her back," he said, trying to keep his own fear at bay. The Doctor didn't want to admit it, but Porsha's capture had hit him hard, she had become more than just a companion, she was like a daughter to him. He had promised to keep her safe and he wasn't going to let her down. The TARDIS shuddered as they continued searching the stars.
Back on Raxons ship Porsha was now wearing a skimpy outfit that had a purple flowing skirt attached to the front and back of a silver bikini bottom with a gold and silver top that covered her chest quite well but still she did not like it, she had a gold collar around her neck with a leash attached to it the outfit clung to her fur. She was being paraded around the ship in chains also due to her biting Raxon she also had a muzzle on her face which really scared her. The ship was a large luxury space cruise ship that was decked out with the finest materials from across the galaxy. As Porsha was led down the hallways she saw a large throne room at the end of the hall. Inside the room was a large crowd of aliens, all dressed in various forms of luxurious attire, chatting and laughing while drinking from fancy glasses filled with colourful liquids. "Welcome to the auction," Raxon whispered in Porsha's ear as they entered the room. "You're going to stay with me, and you will learn to respect your new owner," he said with a smug look on his face.
The Doctor's eyes narrowed as the TARDIS locked onto Raxon's ship's coordinates. "Hold on, Suki," he said, gripping the console tightly, "We're going in hot." The ship lurched as they materialized in the ship's hangar bay, surrounded by the clanking of alien technology and the hiss of escaping air. They immediately set to work, dodging the chaos, searching for any sign of Porsha. The Doctor's sonic screwdriver beeped incessantly, searching for any trace of her.
"Doctor, do you think she's ok?" Suki's voice trembled as she clutched her own sonic screwdriver. "I don't know," The Doctor replied, his voice tight with concern, "But we're going to get her back." Suki looked at the Doctor concerned "I know your worried about Porsha but are you ok you seem to be badly affected by this." The Doctor took a deep breath "Porsha is important to me she's like family same with you, Buster and the rest of the troupe your all my family and I want to protect you the best I can." The Doctor sat down on a metal crate as he continued speaking "It hurts me whenever I see any of you in danger remember when Porsha was taken by The Blacksun?" Suki nodded "Yes I remember it was terrible." The Doctor looked visibly upset remembering the events. "Well I may have appeared fearless to you and the troupe but in reality I was scared I was scared I was going to lose her, I was scared that she would die and I wouldn't be able to save her and now that she's gone missing again it brings back all those fears and I just can't bear the thought of losing her again." Suki put a comforting hand on The Doctor's shoulder "We're going to get her back Suki, I promise."
Back on Raxon's ship, Porsha's heart pounded in her chest as she was led into the opulent throne room, now dressed in the degrading attire. She searched the sea of unfamiliar faces for any sign of hope or compassion, but all she saw was greed and lust. Raxon sat on a throne made of gleaming chrome and precious gems, holding her leash tightly. "Presenting to you all, a rare and exotic specimen from the far reaches of the galaxy," he announced, his voice echoing through the vast chamber. "Bid well, for she is one of a kind." He said referring not to Porsha but to another female alien in a similar outfit standing next to him. Porsha looked over and saw that this alien looked similar to Kira, the young alien they had saved from the Cybermen. She had blond hair, blue eyes, and fair skin however unlike Kira this alien had all four limbs two arms and two legs whereas Kira had one cybernetic arm her mind raced with possibilities of how they could be connected. "Now all of you the furry one stays with me but take your pick for any of the others," He gestured to the line of female aliens dressed in similar attire as Porsha. Porsha still had her muzzle on so she could not speak but she knew she had to find a way out of this.
The Doctor and Suki sneaked through the ship, using their sonic screwdrivers to bypass security systems and disable any guards that stood in their path. The ship's layout was a labyrinth of corridors and chambers, each more opulent than the last. The Doctor's mind raced as he tried to piece together Raxon's operations. "This isn't just about slavery," he murmured, "There's something more sinister at play here." The sonic screwdriver in his hand beeped insistently, leading them closer to Porsha. "Wait Doctor we're going to get noticed!" Suki whispered, her eyes wide with fear. "Your right. We need to be more... discreet," The Doctor said with a look that seemed to say (I really don't want to do this) "Suki we're going to have to go undercover," He said seeing the worried face she now had "Doctor you don't mean I have to dress up like them do you?" she asked pointing to the other slave girls. "Yes, unfortunately you do but don't worry I will try and make it as less degrading as possible." A few minutes later The Doctor and Suki stepped out of The TARDIS now wearing their disguises, The Doctor was now wearing a black tuxedo with a long tail coat and Suki was dressed in a similar fashion to Porsha except with a blue flowing skirt that went all around her legs so her legs weren't exposed and a top with long sleeves that didn't reveal much but still kept her fur covered. She also had a sort of head dress on that covered her ears and eyes. "You ready?" The Doctor asked. "As ready as I'll ever be," Suki replied, gripping her sonic screwdriver tightly.
They entered the auction hall, blending in with the crowd of wealthy bidders. The Doctor's eyes scanned the room, searching for Porsha. His stomach turned at the sight of the other enslaved beings, each one a stark reminder of the universe's cruel inequalities. "There she is," Suki whispered, pointing to the stage. Porsha's eyes were cast down, so she didn't see them at first, Suki was very worried "Doctor the only time Porsha has that expression is when she's lost all hope." The Doctor looked at Suki "Well there is hope but we can't get her just, yet it will raise suspicion we need to wait for the right moment." The Doctor's plan was to wait until the auction was over and then find a way to free Porsha and the others. Later one That night Porsha was in her room which felt more like a prison cell, the door was locked, and she was still in chains. Just then she heard a knock at her door she feared it was Raxon but instead it was the young female alien that looked similar to Kira "Hello, are you ok?" Porsha nodded but couldn't speak because of the muzzle. "I'm sorry you've been through this here let me get that muzzle off you," The alien spoke softly as she used a device to unlock Porsha's muzzle. "Thank you," Porsha whispered. "My names Porsha who are you?" The alien introduced herself "I'm Aroura I've been a slave most of my life, but I know we're not alone, there's someone out there looking for us," Aroura said with a hopeful sparkle in her eyes. "May I ask you Aroura but was your home planet invaded by The Cybermen?" Porsha asked. Aroura looked shocked "How do you know about the Cybermen?" she questioned. "A member of your species landed on earth, and we took her in, but she forgot her original name," Porsha explained. Aroura's eyes went wide "Kira!" she gasped. "You know Kira?" Porsha was amazed "How did you know her name was Kira, wait was that her original name?" Aroura looked confused "No her birth name was Elara but the reason I know her name was changed is because of my species you see if we are related by blood and something major happens then we know about it she is my sister." Porsha was shocked "Kira has a sister!" Aroura nodded "But we need to keep this between us if Raxon finds out he might try to use it against us." Aroura looked sadly at Porsha "I'm sorry Porsha but I'm going to have to put the muzzle back on you because if I don't and Raxon finds you like this he will think you did it and I don't want to him to hurt you more than he already has." Porsha nodded sadly and let her put it back on.
The next day, during a lull in the ship's activities, The Doctor and Suki saw their opportunity. Posing as high rollers interested in purchasing the newest acquisitions, they approached Raxon. "Ah, potential traders," Raxon said, eyeing them greedily. "We've heard of a particular specimen," The Doctor said, his voice laced with faux intrigue. "The one you call Porsha?" Raxon's smile grew wider. "Ah, she's quite the prize. But she's not for sale, she's reserved for me and me alone." Porsha looked up when she heard her name being said and when she saw The Doctor and Suki, she felt a flicker of hope. "Well how about I give you this one she's quite the looker" Raxon said gesturing to Aroura. The Doctor and Suki played along, feigning interest in Aroura. "We'll take her," Suki said, her voice steady despite her racing heart. They agreed to a ludicrously high price and Raxon had Aroura brought to them. Aroura at first was worried that her 'new owners' would treat her as poorly as Raxon had been treating her, but once they were in private, she saw The Doctor pull out a sonic screwdriver. "We're here to get you out," he said quietly. Aroura's eyes widened in disbelief and relief. "And we are here to get Porsha," Suki added. Aroura nodded, her hope renewed "Thank you, I knew you would come for us." The Doctor was confused "You knew we would come for you?" Aroura filled The Doctor and Suki in on her conversation with Porsha the night before, confirming that she had a sister. "We can't leave without her," Porsha said firmly. "We won't," The Doctor assured her.
The Doctor looked back at Aroura with newfound determination. "Alright," he said, "We'll need a plan to get Porsha out without raising the alarm." Suki nodded, her eyes gleaming with resolve. They turned their attention back to the bustling auction floor, where Raxon had moved on to showcasing another unfortunate soul. "Ok girls wait here I'm going to find Porsha and make sure she's alright," The Doctor said as he disappeared into the crowd. Suki nodded as she leaned against the wall trying to calm her racing heart. The Doctor slipped through the shadows, his sonic screwdriver at the ready, until he reached the holding cell where Porsha was being kept. He scanned the lock, his mind racing with the urgency of the situation. "Porsha," he whispered, "it's me, The Doctor. I'm here to get you out." He saw what she was wearing up close and he was filled with anger and sadness. "Don't worry," he said, "we're going to get you out of here." She nodded as tears of relief filled her eyes, he used his sonic screwdriver to unlock the muzzle "Are you okay?" "Physically yes but mentally I'm scarred for life," Porsha replied her voice shaky. "I know," The Doctor said gently, "But I'm going to get you out of here."
"I'm afraid she's not going anywhere," A cold voice said from behind The Doctor. He turned around to see Raxon standing there with a smug smile on his face, surrounded by his guards. The Doctor's grip tightened on his sonic screwdriver "You're going to regret this Raxon," he said with a dangerous edge to his voice. "Oh, I don't think so," Raxon said with a laugh "You see I have a little something that might interest you." He gestured to his side and a figure emerged from the shadows, it was Suki and Aroura, both chained up. The Doctor's hearts sank "Don't you dare harm them," he growled. "Now now no need for threats," Raxon said, raising his hand to calm the Time Lord "You can leave with them if you wish but Porsha stays here," he said with a cold finality.
The Doctor knew he couldn't leave without Porsha, but he also knew that fighting his way out wasn't an option not with so many lives at stake. "Fine," he said through gritted teeth "But if you harm them, I will make sure that you regret this." Raxon just laughed "Take them to the cells," He ordered his guards. The Doctor watched in horror as Suki and Aroura were dragged away, leaving him alone with Raxon. "Now whoever you are let's talk," Raxon said leaning in closer "Who sent you and what do you want with Porsha?" The Doctor looked him dead in the eyes "I want to know what you've done to her!" He demanded. Raxon smirked "I've just made her more...obedient," he said, his voice dripping with malice. The Doctor's hand clenched into a fist, and he had to resist the urge to attack him right there and then. "Do you know who I am Raxon!? I am The Doctor! The last of the Timelords! And if you don't release them, I will make sure that you are nothing but a forgotten footnote in the pages of history!" Raxon just laughed "You're just a Time Lord, you have no power here," he said dismissively. "You're wrong," The Doctor said coldly " You're very very wrong because I have seen the injuries that you have given to Porsha and right now that is not a safe place to be standing."
The Doctor's words hung in the air and for a moment Raxon looked unsure, but then his smug expression returned "You wouldn't dare," he said. "Oh I would," The Doctor said, his voice low and deadly "I've seen the worst of the universe and I have never been afraid to face it head on, but you Raxon you are just a coward who preys on the weak, and I will not let you get away with it." Raxon took a step back "You're bluffing," he said. "Am I?" The Doctor questioned with a smirk of his own "Do you really want to find out?" He leaned in closer, his eyes never leaving Raxon's. "Guards!" Raxon yelled, trying to regain control of the situation. The Doctor stepped back just as the guards rushed into the room. "Take him to the cells," Raxon ordered, pointing at The Doctor. The Doctor to Raxons surprise was able to hold his own against the guards thanks to his knowledge of martial arts soon all the guards were subdued except for Raxon who was now genuinely scared "Alright so you can fight," He said raising a weapon "But can you outsmart me?" He fired the weapon, but The Doctor was too fast and dodged the blast. "I can't on my own but what if I was to oh, I don't know broadcast your current location to all the species you have stolen from?" The Doctor asked raising his sonic screwdriver. Raxon's eyes went wide "You wouldn't," he said. "Oh, I will," The Doctor said with a grin "But not before I get Porsha back." Raxon was starting to become more scared as The Doctor did indeed broadcast their location.
The Doctor knew time was against them, so he had to act fast. He dashed out of the room, sonic screwdriver at the ready, searching for a way to free Porsha and their newfound allies. He heard the clanging of footsteps and the shouts of Raxon's guards, but he remained calm. "Suki and Aroura, hold on," he thought as he navigated the ship's corridors, "I'm coming." His mind raced with escape plans, each more daring than the last. As the alarms blared and the ship began to shake from incoming rescue ships, The Doctor found Porsha's cell. "Porsha!" He called out, his heart pounding. She looked up, her eyes red from crying. "Doctor, you came back," she whispered, her voice trembling. "Of course I did," he said, unlocking the cell door. "We can't stay here, we have to go now!" As Porsha got up, The Doctor noticed the bruises and marks on her body, his anger at Raxon growing. "I'll let them take care of him," he assured her. But as he and the other ran to the TARDIS, he heard a shot and Porsha yelping in pain.
The Doctor turned to see Raxon standing there with a smoking blaster. "You think you can just take her from me?" Raxon sneered. "Porsha!" The Doctor roared, charging at Raxon. The two locked eyes for a moment, a silent battle of wills before the Time Lord lunged. They rolled on the floor, a flurry of fists and . The Doctor managed to disarm Raxon, but the slaver was quick and strong, fuelled by his greed. As they fought, Porsha stumbled towards the TARDIS, her leg bleeding. Suki and Aroura were already inside, frantically trying to get the doors to close. "Doctor!" Suki called, fear etched on her face. "Go!" He yelled back, his eyes never leaving Raxon. "I'll follow!" But the doors were closing, and Porsha was still in the corridor. The Doctor made a split-second decision. He shoved Porsha towards the TARDIS, his hand on her back, pushing her through the narrowing gap. "Go!" He shouted one last time before the doors slammed shut. As the two fought the suddenly saw hundreds of different aliens storm the ship, all with a common goal: to rescue the ones Raxon had stolen from them.
"Looks like your slave empire is finished," The Doctor said, panting heavily as the ship was overrun by the alien rescue parties. Raxon's eyes darted around in panic, but The Doctor was not going to help him "Hey all of you this is the one who has been enslaving you," The Doctor called out to the crowd. The aliens looked at Raxon with burning hatred and anger. "You have my permission to do what you like with him," He added with a dark smile. The crowd roared and Raxon was quickly overwhelmed by the very beings he had oppressed for so long. The Doctor turned to Porsha who was now safe inside the TARDIS "We'll take care of you," He promised as they took off into the Time Vortex. Inside the TARDIS The Doctor bandaged Porsha's leg which was easy since she still had her slave outfit on. "You know Doctor I never thought I'd see you again," Porsha said her voice filled with pain and relief. "I'm sorry for what happened to you," The Doctor said sincerely "But we're together now and we're going to get you to safety." "What about the others?" Porsha asked, worry etched on her bruised face. "They'll be okay," The Doctor assured her "We sent out the signal, they'll be found." Aroura was sitting on the TARDIS couch with a blanket around her, she was safe, but she was worried for her sister. "I sorry but we never got properly introduced," The Doctor said holding out his hand "I'm The Doctor." "Aroura," she replied, taking The Doctor's hand gently "I'm so sorry for what happened to you." Aroura just nodded "But you're going to be okay," The Doctor said, a smile returning to his face.
Porsha limped a bit as she walked to The TARDIS console room, pain etched on her face, but her eyes sparkled with determination. "Doctor, I want to help," she said, her voice firm despite her injuries. The Doctor looked at her, his own eyes filled with a mix of pride and concern. "You've already done so much," he said gently, "You need to rest." Since Porsha normal clothes had still been in the cell, she was still in her slave outfit, she suddenly felt something warm and soft being draped around her shoulders. It was the blanket Aroura had been wearing she had given it to Porsha without saying a word. Porsha looked at her with surprise "Why did you do that?" She asked. Aroura just smiled sadly "Well two reasons one I have had to wear this slave outfit for too long so being seen like this doesn't really affect me and two because you haven't worn your slave outfit for as long as I have, and you clearly don't like it. You look embarrassed and ashamed but there's no need to be. You're a survivor." Porsha looked teary eyed then confused "I am really that expressive that you can tell how I'm feeling just by looking at me?" Aroura nodded while The Doctor chuckled "Porsha you have no idea how much you show from your face. It's like having your emotions written in neon signs."
Porsha just chuckled, the sound muffled by her pain but genuine. "Thank you, Aroura," she said, pulling the blanket tighter around her shoulders. "And don't worry, I won't be out of action for long," she assured The Doctor, her resolve unshaken. The Doctor nodded, understanding the strength that lay within her. He turned to the TARDIS console, his hands dancing over the controls with the grace of a maestro. "Now let's get you home Porsha and as for you Aroura, I think you have a sister to be reunited with," he said with a wink. The TARDIS groaned to life, the familiar hum filling the room.
The journey through the Time Vortex was a blur of swirling colors and lights, a stark contrast to the cold steel of Raxon's ship. When the TARDIS landed with a gentle thud, Porsha took a deep breath, bracing herself for what lay ahead. The Doctor opened the doors to reveal the backstage area for the New Moon Theatre. The troupe was there, their eyes wide with shock and relief as they saw their friends emerge from the blue box, bruised but alive. Buster Moon rushed forward, his fur bristling with anger at the sight of Porsha's injuries. "What happened?" he demanded. "It's a long story," The Doctor said with a weary smile, "But we're safe now." The theatre was ablaze with activity as everyone gathered around to tend to Porsha's wounds and welcome Aroura. The Doctor took a moment to survey the scene, his chest swelling with pride for the makeshift family they had all formed. "Kira? Is that you?" Aroura called out, her voice tentative. Kira, who had been standing in the background, gasped and ran over to her sister tears in her eyes as she saw her sister for the first time in years. The two embraced tightly, their painful past momentarily forgotten as they were reunited. "Aroura, I thought you were gone forever," Kira sobbed into her chest. "I'm here now," Aroura said, holding her sister tightly. "Thanks to The Doctor," She added with a grateful smile. The Doctor knew the two sisters had a lot of catching up to do, so he gave them some space while he filled in the rest of the troupe on their adventure.
End of Episode 44
CAST
The Doctor: TOM HIDDLESTION
Flashback 12th Doctor: PETER CAPALDI
Flashback Lord President: DONALD SUMPTER
Porsha Crystal: HALSEY
Suki Lane: CHELSEA PERETTI
Raxon: LEONARDO DICAPRIO
The Master: ADAM DRIVER
Aroura: JADE PETTYJOHN
Kira: BREANNA YDE
Buster Moon: MATTHEW McCONAUGHEY