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decision. No sane leader ever wants war. I feel that, at this time, this is the best option for stopping the current war and preventing further loss of life. I also hope that this works the way the Prometheans are hoping and it will also prevent future wars from breaking out."
    "Mary, since you are part of our family now, we wanted your opinion before we made a decision here," Alice explained. "Do you have any questions you want to ask? What is your instinct telling you about this?"
    When Alice said she was part of their family, Mary's eyes lit up and she smiled warmly at Alice. "Thank you, Alice. The only question I have is what all of you think of it. For me, it sounds like a once in a billion year opportunity." She paused. "The people have always seen the Temporal Guard as their protectors. You have always worked to make life better, keep things fair and just for all, but above all, you are enforcers of the peace. This opportunity the Prometheans are offering you sounds like a logical evolution of your ethos and abilities. I think you should accept it, even if it did mean we could never see each other again. The mission is far more important than our personal considerations, really. We need this whether or not we know it, or would even agree to it."
    Mark nodded. "I couldn't have said it better myself."
    Mary looked at him. "They're going to need you too, Guardian."
    "I can't join them and still lead our country, Mary. This is a bad time to resign my crown," Mark replied.
    Mary laughed. "You honestly believe there will be a good time? Mark, how do you think the freaking Parliament has been keeping you here? They've been using your own ethics against you. 'Marcus has created a kingdom that no one loves, but everyone likes.' I've heard that so many times it's like a damn mantra for your rule. Find someone with your same resolve and values, train them, and then give them the damn crown. Don't ask anyone, simply tell them this is the way it's going to be - just like you did when the government was forming."
    Mark looked at her with a smirk on his face. "You've been hanging around John too much!"
    "Okay boys and girls, last chance to back out," John said. "It has to be unanimous. Join or not? Alice?"
    "Join."
    "Carl?" John said looking at him.
    Carl nodded. "Join."
    John turned to Chloe. Before he could speak she nodded. "Join."
    Finally, John looked back to Mary. "Mary?"
    "Join. You have to." Mary replied.
    "It's 'we' Mary. You'll be joining too, because of us. It's an all of nothing deal," John explained.
    The young woman nodded understanding with tears in her eyes. "Join."
    "Decision reached," John said and stood and bowed to Mark. "Your Majesty, we Guardians will return your nation's property and any personnel that wish to return as soon as we are able. In the interim, I must ask that we be allowed to continue to use it."
    Mark also stood, the pride in his friends clear on his face. "Guardian Aster, consider the ship yours as part of our nation's support in your efforts. I hope she serves you as well as she served you in the past. We will inform you when there are upgrades available for it. As for the personnel, we trust that you will watch over and care for them until they return."
    John nodded. "That is our duty, after all. Will you in turn watch over Guardian Doctor Aster for us until we are able to retriever her from your care?"
    Mark nodded. "We will. With both of your permission, I will update the official census information as to your marital status."
    "Uhm, Your Majesty, about that..." Carl began and looked at Alice.
    She grinned and nodded. "Yes, I'll marry you. It took you long enough to ask!"
    Mark chuckled. "I'll make the necessary changes. Congratulations, my friends!"
    John looked a Chloe, who nodded and they both approached Mary.
    Seeing the looks in their eyes, Mary nodded. "Yes! I accept."
    John nodded. "We'll have a ceremony when we return. I really hate to rush things, but there are people dying as we