After EarthI opened my eyes to see Vayne standing over me. He welcomed me back to consciousness with a smile. “We're here.”
I fell out of bed in my haste to get moving. “Where are the others?”
His smile faded. “Thanks for flying me back to my home planet, Vayne,” he replied sourly. “My job is such a thankless endeavor.”
I rolled my eyes. “Thanks for bringing me home.” I threw on my shirt and washed my face with cold water. “Now, can you tell me where the others are?” I asked impatiently.
Vayne chuckled. “You're a funny guy. The others are outside waiting for you.” He shoved something into my hand.
I looked down and saw it was a gun, similar to one he had in his holster. “What's this?”
“A precaution.”
I followed him to the exit ramp. He remained silent until I grabbed him at the exit
