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to them. Because even though they were important, he was the
most
important man in town.
    As regional commander of Briny Deep, Edward Gorgon had control over everything here. At least that’s what he liked to think. He did not take kindly to anyone getting in the way of his plans—and he had big plans.
    â€œSir,” one of them finally said. “We need to make a move quickly.”
    The man slowly turned to look directly at the one who had spoken.
    â€œYou don’t think I know that?” he snapped. “But we have to make the right move.”
    â€œWe know when he’s arriving, we have him on our radar,” said a serious looking woman. “We can take him into custody the moment he lands.”
    The man turned his gaze to her.
    â€œThen do it, and bring him right to me.”
    â€œYes, sir.”
    â€œAnd one more thing—I do not want to be called Commander Gorgon anymore. You will now call me Trident. Now go!” he barked at everyone in the room.
    They quickly filed out.
    Yes, he liked that name much better. The Trident was a weapon used by the ancient mythical gods of Earth. And that’s what he was —the great and awesome weapon of Indus—the one that would save them all.
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    As the ship roared toward Indus, Rusty pushed the auto pilot button and removed his safety harness. He stretched his arms above his head and yawned. Then he stood and walked to the back of the vessel.
    â€œYou can come out now,” he called. “I know you’re onboard.”
    Tim emerged from the shadows.
    â€œHow did you know I was here?”
    â€œBecause I can see the weight of the ship and there was extra weight—enough to add up to a young man.”
    â€œI had to come, I had to try and get Nina to come back to Earth with us.”
    â€œBut do you realize how much your family on Earth is going to worry? They just got you back.”
    â€œI know, I thought about that—but this is just something I have to do.”
    â€œWell, we can’t take you back to Earth now, so I guess we need to try and change your appearance a bit,” Rusty said, sounding a bit annoyed. “We’re dyeing your hair blond—bleaching it.”
    â€œAnd you have the stuff to do that onboard?” Tim asked.
    â€œI’m always thinking ahead,” Rusty replied. “Now, let’s go do this.”
    It only took a short time to dye his hair. And when it was finished, Tim looked in the mirror. He actually thought it looked pretty cool.
    â€œHey, I look like Canary,” he laughed.
    Rusty went back to the front to maneuver the ship through one last wormhole. After about an hour, he returned to the main cabin.
    â€œWell, Tim, we’re here.”
    Tim hurried over to the window and looked out. There it was—his other home. He had only just left, but it felt like a long time ago. So much had happened.
    The ship made a gentle landing into the soft waters of Indus. Tim thought it was much nicer than his descent to Earth. As the ship glided through the water, Rusty called him over to give a few last minute warnings.
    â€œRemember to wear the coat I gave you and keep the hood up around your face as much as you can,” he said. “And stay close to me at all times. Don’t do anything without telling me first. Understand?”
    â€œYes, and I am sorry I put you in such a tough spot, but I promise I won’t get in the way.”
    â€œYou’ve been through a lot more than any boy your age should have to, Tim,” Rusty said with a sad smile. “I just hope this wasn’t a mistake for you.”
    Then, he returned to the captain’s chair and guided the ship into the same dock they had used before.
    â€œNo one is here now. We’ll hurry through the city and catch a late shuttle to Briny Deep. It should be empty this time of night,” Rusty said. “Go to the storage in the back and grab my bag.