Egyptian Ariel

It only took the professor a few days to find a crew he trusted for the journey. However, after speaking with the captain and going over details of the trip, it was determined the trip could take at least six months- especially since they had to stop at TAU 14 to get Cale and, according to the captain, TAU 14 was out of the way and would add a few extra days to the journey. The professor couldn't leave his work that long. In the end, the professor made the decision to stay on Montressor and, instead, made it clear that Jim would take the lead of the mission. Jane also opted to stay on Montressor...

“Belle!”

Against a clap of lightening that illuminated the cathedral in an eerily witchy manner, Clopin appeared in the doorway, looking as though he had just run a hundred yard sprint. Belle felt a rush of relief at seeing him and then the relief died as Frollo grabbed her by the back of her neck and spun her around to face Clopin.

“None of your black magic tricks, gypsy scum,” he snarled, pressing Belle back against the railing. “Or she goes over.”

“Clopin, he means it,” Belle whispered, fearfully.

“I know.” Clopin narrowed his eyes at Frollo. “He doesn’t tend to bluff...