Elements of the Hill House

The group traveled to Tabitha's orphanage hours later to take advantage of the darken skies. Tabitha confirmed that their destination is a remote area in the City of Ophiuchus. Due to them traveling at night, they were able to avoid any danger that may come in their way especially in the hands of Grand Councilman and his minions. The group was then welcomed by a number of people who works in the orphanage.

"Welcome back, Madame." A lady said then she and the rest of her peers bowed slightly.

"It's nice to be back." Tabitha responded cheerfully as if nothing tragic happened earlier.

"Madame, we will now head to the Hill House." Rocco mentioned.

"Of course, do be careful you two." Tabitha said.

"We sure will, Madame." Aira replied then she and Rocco left the premises.

Though slightly confused the Professor, Zythandra and Calcipher didn't speak of it at the time since they were immediately accompanied by Tabitha and her people to the dining area to invite them for dinner. The place is definitely an orphanage due to sound of the kids' laughter echoing all around the place. Singing can also be heard from somewhere in the orphanage which made the whole atmosphere lighter and much more radiant.

"Ms. Sullivan, I know it's quite early but please ready the kids for bed." Tabitha instructed one of her employees.

"I understand, Madame." Lady Matilda responded respectfully then Tabitha nodded in reply.

"Mr. Wazowski, kindly make sure the perimeter is secure. Thank you."

"Copy that, Madame." Mr. Wazowski replied then left immediately.

"I admire what you have here, Tabitha. This place is incredible and I can definitely see that your people are trustworthy." The Professor commended.

"Thank you. I spent half of my life building this place. I'm just thankful that there are people who have same views as I am." Tabitha replied. "By the way, those are Ms. Sullivan and Mr. Wazowski. They're the first few people who volunteered and stayed here to help me run the place." She explained.

"If you don't mind me asking Tabitha, did you build this place to shelter Anomalies? Zythandra asked.

"No. My unending care for children pushed me to establish this orphanage. It just so happened that some of those children turned out to be Anomalies. That's where my cause has expanded. This place isn't just for abandoned souls but for special ones too." Tabitha explained.

"Wait. Do you mean that Aira and Rocco grew up here?" Zythandra asked.

"They did. Amber and Blake grew up here as well." Tabitha said.

"Wow! How did that happen?" Calcipher butted in.

"It's quite a long story but to put it simply, they were just like the other kids around here but their Anomalies started to manifest as soon as they hit their teenage years." Tabitha replied. "To keep them safe from the other kids and the other kids from also, I have to move the four of them in the Hill House near here."

"That explains why they aren't here." Zythandra commented.

"Would we be able to visit them in the Hill House?" The Professor asked.

"Of course! We'll drop by first thing in the morning. This will be the first time another Anomaly who will visit them. I'm so elated." Tabitha explained. "You may also give them pointers on how to control their Anomalies."

"That's a great idea!" The Professor agreed. "Zythandra and Calcipher here may not be Anomalies but their excellent mentors. They'll definitely learn a lot from them."

The four of them continued to finish their dinner then Ms. Sullivan showed them to their rooms to spend the rest of the night. Before calling it a night, the Professor asked for Zythandra and Calcipher to huddle up to discuss everything that's happened today and plan ahead to ensure their safety and the safety of the Anomalies they left back in Noble Asia. They happened to come across a veranda with a majestic view of the moonlit mountains from afar.

"I stand by my opinion. These people are trustworthy. What do you guys think?" The Professor asked.

"I'm with you on that, Professor." Calcipher replied. "What about you, Z?" He asked.

"To be honest, I'm still quite skeptical because everything seemed to be going well. I'll fully decide we meet the rest of the Anomalies." Zythandra responded firmly.

"I'm excited to meet them too. Tabitha said they're in the Hill House somewhere deeper in the forest. That's very intriguing yet exciting at the same time." Calcipher commented.

"In spite of what happened in the Summit, it's a miracle that we're all safe. I hope the kids are doing well back in the mansion." The Professor said worriedly.

"I heard that there's a storm that will pass Noble Asia today or tomorrow. They'll probably be safe." Zythandra commented.

"For extra precaution, I gave Glass a device that can notify us if there's an emergency back in the mansion so no worries about that." Calcipher said.

"Nice work, lad. Care to explain how that device works?" The Professor asked.

"It's very simple really. I just gave Glass some kind of a remote that's connected to the watch I'm currently wearing. If he triggered that remote, my watch will alarm." Calcipher explained.

"I hope that your watch won't go off." The Professor responded.

"Why though?" Calcipher asked.

"Can you please think for a second? If your watch go off, that means something bad is happening back in the mansion. Do you get it now?" Zythandra said slightly pissed off.

"Oh, now I get it." Calcipher said then chuckled.

"It's amazing how you can be the smartest and dumbest person I know at the same time." Zythandra teased.

Some other topics were discussed in their quick huddle then they finally called it a night. The hours passed as peacefully as they can be then they headed straight to the Hill House as soon as the first few morning rays hit the ever radiant orphanage. The one who led the way was Tabitha herself leaving Ms. Sullivan, Mr. Wazoski and the rest of the employees in the orphanage to take care of the kids.

Tabitha said that they'll join the Anomalies eat breakfast in the Hill House. From the man-made path along the orphanage, they got to where the forest life is abundant. Only dozens of trees can be seen and random animal noises can be heard. Just before the Professor, Zythandra and Calcipher convinced themselves that their lost, Tabitha pointed out a valley they need to pass through to get to the Hill House.

"The Hill House is surprisingly far from the main orphanage building." The Professor commented.

"Look, Professor! I found some berries. Want some? Z, do you want some berries? Tabitha?" Calcipher said as he gestures to hand over some of the berries he got but Zythandra slapped his hand causing all the berries he foraged to fall to the ground.

"What are doing? If you don't want some, you can just tell me you know." Calcipher said and started to pick the berries up.

"Those are poisonous. Don't eat them." Zythandra calmly said.

"She's right, Calcipher. Those berries aren't edible. You must let them be. Here, I brought some bananas." Tabitha said then handed over the fruit.

"You could've told me sooner. Thanks for these though." Calcipher responded cheerfully.

After going around the lake at the end of the valley, they finally can see the Hill House. But contrary to the Professor, Zythandra and Calcipher's expectations, the Hill House just looks like a cozy cabin in a remote area of the forest such as this one. Though they're expecting the Anomalies to be inside, it appears that the inside of the Hill House is awfully quiet. Tabitha then entered the building without any hesitations.

As they got inside, they weren't wrong to assume that it's cozy because of the ambiance and the overall design. Everything is made from wood which enhances the cozy feeling. The fireplace is also lit so it's kind of weird seeing no one inside but it didn't faze Tabitha even just a bit. She just walked in the middle of the cabin, looked around and calmly called the Anomalies to show up. The Professor, Zythandra and Calcipher got no other choice but to wait.

"Guys, we have company!" Tabitha announced then something unexpected happened.

A portion of the wooden floor a few feet from where they're standing suddenly opened to reveal a staircase heading underground. This surprised Tabitha's guests but she told them that it is fine and she lead the way downstairs. In the visitors' surprise, they saw a dungeon like ambiance as soon as they reached the lower floor. However, the entire atmosphere is undeniably light because of those who inhabit the place.

Tabitha and her visitors immediately saw Aira who is currently immersed in playing video games from the far end corner of the area. Then, they smelled something delicious being cooked which revealed Rocco cooking their breakfast from the kitchen area. At the opposite area where Aira is, a woman with burning hands is currently occupied in boxing in the gym area which Tabitha confirmed that it's Amber. Lastly, they saw a guy peacefully reading books in the study area just next to the staircase which was confirmed to be Blake.

"Good morning, Madame!" Rocco greeted as he quickly pause from cooking. "Guests." He added to greet the Professor and the others.

"Good morning, Rocco." Tabitha responded cheerfully.

"Blake, can you show Madame and our guests where to sit?" Rocco asked.

"Sure. This way please." Blake agreed without hesitations as he lead them to where Aira is.

"Hi there Blake! You need something?" Aira said. She's so into her game that the only person she noticed is Blake.

"Madame and the guests are here. They can sit here, right?" Blake responded melancholy without breaking his focus on whatever it is that he is reading.

"Oh, my! Good morning, Madame and guests." Aira exclaimed. "Please do take a seat."

"Thank you, Aira." Tabitha responded.

"Madame, where would you like to eat? Would like to eat in the dining area or in the patio?" Rocco asked.

"The patio sounds nice." Tabitha said.

"Noted on that, Madame." Rocco said then he then asked Blake's help to setup for breakfast.

"Amber! Our guests are here." Aira announced.

"Really? Wow! I didn't notice." Amber excitedly said. "I'll just take a quick shower then I'll join you guys. Oh, hi Madame! I didn't see you there for a second." She added.

As Amber quickly head to the bathroom to freshen from her explosive workout, Aira continued to keep everyone company. She's good in maximizing her charms to keep everyone occupied. From her jokes, to her stories and even in her clumsy gestures, is entertainment to everyone else. She's surely a natural born entertainer. The Professor, Calcipher and Tabitha couldn't stop themselves from laughing from Aira's puns. Even Zythandra couldn't help herself to show off a little smile for some of those.

"Your kids seem to be getting along very well." The Professor comented.

"Right. They're just so full of love." Calcipher added.

"Thank you. They've been in each other's lives since they were kids so I guess that's one the factors why they're so close." Tabitha responded.

"I'm here!" Amber shrieked but before she can even squeeze herself in, someone else came in.

"Breakfast is ready!" Blake announced. "Rocco and I will wait for you in the patio." He added.

"Hooray for food!" Amber exclaimed as she quickly ran outside followed by Aira and the rest.

"Wow! It looks like a feast out here." Aira said.

"Madame and some guests are here so it's a must." Rocco responded feeling slightly flattered.

"What's the occasion? Are we celebrating something?" Blake asked.

"Yeah. That's my same thoughts too." Amber added.

"It's just nothing. Let's just say that we're celebrating a new alliance." Rocco commented which surprised Tabitha and Aira because he's initially have doubts towards the Professor and Tabitha joining forces but he seemed to be agreeing to it now.

"That's intriguing. I'd like to know about it. I'm already some action." Amber commented.

"We should all take our seats now right? I'm famished." Tabitha said wholesomely and the rest surely followed along.

The group then started to have their feast after reciting a short prayer. Aira's outgoing personality and her curiosity almost always get to her so she is the one who started the discussion which is mostly about their guests. Like who are Zythandra and Calcipher really, what their jobs are, how they met the Professor etc. She may know some of the information but it's a way to find some other topics to talk about.

"Don't you think there a lot of bugs today?" Aira suddenly commented.

"Amber, can you light the fire pit nearby?" Rocco asked.

"Yeah, sure. No problem." Amber responded. She then effortlessly ignited a fire from her hands out of nothing and threw it to the fire pit which eventually lit up. The smoke from the fire helped ward off the bugs.

Few moments later, they noticed that no wind is blowing making the area slightly warmer than it is so Aira decided to use her Anomaly to create some breeze which surely help cooling the area. However, the breeze seemed to help the smell of their food travel farther into the forest which attracted two huge bears. Zythandra and Calcipher quickly took their stances to defend the Professor and the others.

While the bears aren't moving still, Rocco sprang into action to avoid unnecessary combat during their peaceful breakfast. He used his Anomaly to rotate the ground where the bears are standing for them to face the forest then he carefully pushed them back. Aira instinctively made the breeze blow towards the ocean to avoid other animals to be attracted to their meal. Zythandra and Calcipher just went back to their seats.

They got into their desserts when they suddenly felt that it's about to rain. The clouds suddenly turned darker, distant thunders from afar and some droplets are already being felt. Everyone started to panic slightly but Blake instinctively used his Anomaly to turn things around. With a small gesture of his hand, a water dome quickly formed around them to shield them from the incoming rain which appeared to be very effective. As soon as he created the dome, heavy rainfall came in but everything inside the dome stayed dry so Rocco encouraged everyone to finish their desserts.

The experience eating inside Blake's water dome was majestic. As everything else around them getting soaked in the rain, they just left unbothered and continue their meal. The Professor, Zythandra and Calcipher just realized how powerful these four are. They can use their Anomalies effortlessly so the desire of them working together strengthened. The Professor then confidently opened up this idea to the rest of them.

Their discussion got into a more serious manner when the two leaders, the Professor and Tabitha, started talking about their plans against the former Grand Councilman and against any other possible adversaries. Amber and Blake was made aware of what happened in the Summit which again solidified the fact that it's going to be the last Summit they'll attend to and confirming that not everyone they knew is on their side because others are just using the opportunity for their advantage.

"The former Grand Councilman mentioned that they've been collecting Anomalies, right? Do we have any ideas on how many they have already?" Rocco asked.

"Not in the slightest. We don't even know his name or even the names of the other former councilmen." Aira responded.

"That's going to be our first hurdle. We must know who are we dealing with so we'll know how we will play our cards." Tabitha commented.

"Consider that first hurdle accomplished. Isn't that right, Calcipher?" The Professor said as he pointed everyone's attention to Calcipher.

"That's right, Professor." Calcipher confidently replied. He happened to initiate the task of investigate anything and everything he can find about the former Grand Councilman with the help of ANAIS.

"That's quite a surprise. Please continue." Tabitha responded.

Calcipher confirmed that the former Grand Councilman is the richest tycoon in Grand Britain but currently residing in Amaranth City which the Nation's capital and his name is Darius Ratcliffe. Though he's manages huge businesses across the land, only a few people personally know him or even know what he looks like. Some of his most profitable businesses are mining, airline, resorts etc. There are information that can't easily be accessed even with high-grade hacking expertise so it's mostly the information about his Anomaly collection.

"All that information in just one. That is very impressive!" Tabitha commended.

"May I ask who is this ANAIS?" Amber asked. "She definitely is smart to get all of those information in just a limited span of time."

"She's just a computer system Cal here made himself." Zythandra explained.

"So, what now? Don't tell me you're all planning to utilize our Anomalies to fight this Darius Ratcliffe guy." Blake commented.

"For now, I think the best course of action is to avoid them. We don't know his capabilities yet. He may not be an Anomaly like us but it's impossible that he already has dozens of Anomalies working for him." Rocco explained.

"That's right." Tabitha said. "For now, at least. It may be true that we need to avoid unnecessary clash but we must eventually save those Anomalies who are under his clutches. Not all Anomalies he collected may not be that loyal to him, right?" She explained.

"This started to sound more exciting." Aira commented.

"So long as there's fighting in the menu, don't forget to count me in." Amber said.

"I understand your sentiments, Madame. But how will we fight an unidentified number of enemies if you only have four of us? Also, we may have trained ourselves to use our Anomalies but we don't have actual battle experience." Blake pointed out.

"Don't humble yourself, Blake. We all know you're the best fighter among us four." Amber butted in. "Even I can't defeat you in hand-to-hand combat." She added.

"That's because Blake the elemental advantage against you, Amber." Aira pointed out.

"Even so. You and Rocco can't defeat him too." Amber responded.

"You have a point, Amber." Rocco replied.

"That's interesting." Zythandra said. "May I suggest for me and Cal to spar with the four of you to test your combat abilities?"

"That sounds fun!" Calcipher exclaimed. "What do you say, guys?"

"Are you sure? You may both be mercenaries but isn't fighting with Anomalies sound insane?" Amber asked.

"I like your confidence. So, are you all in it or not?" Zythandra replied.

"Come on. Just accept the challenge." Calcipher butted in.

"Fine. We're in." Amber responded.

"I'm all for these sparring matches but I recommended to not underestimate them, Amber." Rocco said.

"Whatever. Is this a one-on-one fight?" Amber asked.

"To make it more interesting, let's make it one versus two. Cal will go up against the boys and I will take on the girls." Zythandra confirmed.

"Isn't that too much even for experienced mercenaries?" Tabitha voiced her concern out.

"Don't worry about them. Just watch the matches." The Professor responded.

They scheduled the matches in noon so everyone will be prepared and will be on the top of their game. Without any more time to waist the guys initiated the first match. Calcipher, Blake and Rocco went in the fields behind the Hill House which followed by the rest of them. Amber and Aira started to cheer for Blake and Rocco while Tabitha is looking all worried. On the other hand, Zythandra is just wearing a smile on her face as she she's confident that Calcipher will win the match.

Calcipher looked confident himself as he's just standing on his place and waiting for his opponents to attack. As he suspected, Rocco was the first one to make a move. Rocco took a huge boulder from the ground with all his might and thew it towards him but he effortlessly dodged it as he quickly calculated it's trajectory. Blake noticed that Rocco's attack took too much toll on him so he prepared himself in making the next move.

"He dodged my Boulder Cannon." Rocco stated.

Blake raised his arms to point all his ten fingers towards Calcipher. He briefly concentrated then there are sudden accumulation of water in his fingertips. Calcipher suspected that the attack is similar to a projectile but much faster considering their sizes so he immediately ran towards them before Blake can even fire them at him. Calcipher was fast enough to reach Rocco and what happened next surprised everyone.

"Rocco, watch out!" Amber exclaimed.

"Fight back, Rocco!" Aira shrieked.

"Bullet rain." Blake muttered to himself to trigger his attack.

Calcipher quickly grabbed Rocco and made him his very own human shield to protect himself from Blake's attack. As he expected, all ten bullets hit Rocco pointblank making him pass out due to the damage. He noticed that Rocco was quick enough to protect himself from the bullets from the plate of rocks he formed around his torso but it's not strong enough to cancel out the bullet rain's impact.

"Rocco, wake up! I didn't mean to hit you, I swear." Blake said as he rushed to the unconscious Rocco's aid.

"The fight isn't over yet, is it?" Calcipher asked then he just proceeded to attack Blake making him unconscious as well. He then grabbed and dragged their unconscious bodies to the side where everyone else are.

"No!" Amber and Aira exclaimed.

"Are they alright?" Tabitha asked worryingly.

"Don't worry. They're still alive!" Calcipher confirmed.

"You could've played them a little longer to see what they can do." Zythandra commented.

"I can't. I really have to go to the bathroom." Calcipher commented. "I'll just leave these boys here. Good luck with your match." He added then ran inside the Hill House to find the bathroom.

"Ladies, you may enter the battlefield." The Professor said.

Zythandra, Amber and Aira positioned themselves for their match. Amber and Aira are more determined to win this sparring match to avenge Blake and Rocco's defeat. However, Zythandra has a different approach for this match unlike Calcipher. Instead of just waiting in place like what Calcipher did, Zythandra utilized her agility to make the first attack against her opponents. This made Amber and Aira briefly startled.

"Where's your fire, Amber? I thought you're going to defeat me?" Zythandra asked as she suddenly appeared from behind.

"Amber, hold on!" Aira instructed. "Idle Twister!" She shrieked. Then, a violent twister suddenly enveloped her and Amber. As Zythandra being on the twister's way, she got blown away but landed safely from afar.

"That's a cool trick." Zythandra commended.

"Nice one, Aira." Amber said. "It's my turn. Ember Fists!" She exclaimed she then ran towards Zythandra with her burning hands for an attack.

"You know giving on all of your attacks sounds quite funny. I appreciate the effort though." Zythandra commented. Before Amber can reach her, she threw several of her needles at her.

"Needles? Now that is funny." Amber sarcastically responded. Just as soon as Zythandra's needles hit her, she punched them all her Ember Fists making all of them gone to ashes before they can even do damage.

"Nicely done." Zythandra said.

"Aira, come at her with everything you got. I'm engaging!" Amber instructed and Aira agreed without any hesitations.

Zythandra immediately understood that Amber will fight her in a hand-to-hand combat which made more elated than ever. While they're at it, she should also monitor Aira's movements as she most likely throw long ranged attacks at her to get the advantage of this match. If she wants to win this match, she must take things seriously because those girls are leveling up their own game. Tabitha on the sidelines is also silently hoping for their win.

Though Amber is an exceptional hand-to-hand combatant, Zythandra can easily dodge and parry all her attacks which makes her irritated with every missed hit. Their exchange of blows is getting faster and faster that even Aira couldn't keep up but it didn't stop her from doing her part. As soon as she spots an opening for her wind attacks, she doesn't hesitate to make her move to help Amber and defeat Zythandra.

"I acknowledge your fighting skills. You're very good." Zythandra said as she and Amber's exchange of blows continue.

"I can say the same to you." Amber responded.

Zythandra felt the change in the atmosphere which she assumed that Aira is going to make her attack. She instinctively pushed Amber away while jumping further behind to avoid Aira's attack which coincidentally worked because a gust of strong wind came fast across between them which is coming from Aira's direction. Though disappointed, Amber and Aira aren't actually surprised of what Zythandra did. Then the two of them regrouped to plan for their next attack.

"I'm very impressed with your teamwork, girls." Zythandra said. "But that isn't enough to take me down."

"What's with you? You're not an Anomaly like us but how can you keep up?" Amber asked.

"You're so strong, Zythandra." Aira commented.

"Don't patronize her." Amber responded.

"Is that all you got, girls? Come at me with all you got. I don't have all day." Zythandra provoked.

"Well, you asked for it." Amber said. "Aira, let's do the thing."

"What thing?" Aira responded. "Wait, are you referring to that thing? Are you sure? She might die." She seemed to finally remember.

"Don't hesitate on me now." Zythandra commented.

"You heard her! Let's do it." Amber shrieked.

"Fine." Aira finally agreed.

"Combination Attack: Ignis Ventus!" Amber and Aira exclaimed.

Zythandra started feeling the atmosphere getting warmer every second. Then she suddenly see herself inside a flaming vortex that slowly closing in on her. Amber and Aira's trick created this powerful attack that traps their enemy inside a destructive fire twister that slowly narrows down to the middle to ultimately incinerate whoever unlucky person inside it. This attack uses most of their energy so it's most likely their last attempt to defeat their opponent.

"Hey, what did I miss?" Calcipher asked as he arrived after doing his business. "What in the world is that?" He exclaimed after seeing the flaming vortex.

"Surrender now or you'll die, Zythandra!" Amber shrieked.

"Please do as she say." Aira commented.

"Wait! Z's in there?" Calcipher asked. "Don't you die on us now, Z."

"Don't pity me, Cal. Also, I don't need to surrender." Zythandra said from the inside of the flaming vortex.

"What do you mean? There's no escape for you once you're trapped inside our Ignis Ventus let alone doing a counterattack." Amber responded.

"Are you sure we'll continue, Amber? She doesn't have much space in there by now." Aira commented.

"Don't chicken out on me now, Aira. Keep your airflow running." Amber firmly instructed.

"Too bad girls. Your time is up." Zythandra announced.

The flaming vortex suddenly started to fade away revealing Zythandra from its inside still being intact with just some few burns on her clothes. As soon as Amber and Aira realized what's happening, the two of them mysteriously collapsed though still conscious. It appears that both of them couldn't control their bodies let alone continuing to hold their flaming vortex. Zythandra slowly walked towards them to check them out.

"What is happening? Why can't we move?" Amber asked furiously.

"What kind of trick is this?" Aira asked.

"It's pretty simple really." Zythandra confidently responded.

It appeared that Zythandra's attempt to attack the first time wasn't a failure at all. As soon as she got behind Amber and Aira, she happened to inject them with her needles that are infused with slow-acting paralyzing agents. She just played with them before both of them can be completely paralyzed to test how well they fight and how well they manipulate their Anomalies and she concludes that they fight well.

"What just happened?" Tabitha asked. "Are my girls alright?" She said as she ran towards their paralyzed bodies.

"There's no doubt in my mind that you'll win this, Z. You once again proved how scary you are." Calcipher commented.

"What happened here?" Blake asked as he finally gained consciousness.

"What did we miss and why is the place burnt?" Rocco asked as he gained his consciousness as well.

"Your timing is great, boys! Carry the girls back in the Hill House will you?" Calcipher instructed them.

"They lost? How did that happen?" Rocco asked in surprise.

"I admit our defeat but let's just don't about it." Amber responded.

"Blake, carry me already." Aira demanded.

"Fine. Just keep quiet." Blake responded.

As the Anomalies went back in the Hill House to reflect on what transpired in their match ups, the adults decided to go back to the patio to continue their discussion. From there, Tabitha acknowledged Zythandra and Calcipher skills in combat. They may not be gifted by Anomalies on their own, they surely can carry their own specially when up against someone with an Anomaly. At this point, the Professor decided to have Rocco, Aira, Amber and Blake to meet everyone in the mansion.

"Really? That's a great idea!" Tabitha exclaimed. "I can't wait to meet all of them. It's still amazing to think that are sheltering twenty of them and still keeping it secret all these time. If I'm in your position, I would've messed up at some point." She explained.

"I could've done everything myself. I'm grateful to my mentors in helping me." The Professor proudly responded.

"Stop it, Professor. You're making me blush." Calcipher commented.

"Since now agree to have those four meet everyone back in the mansion, I highly recommend to do our travels a week later to avoid Darius' radar. We still don't know his capabilities." Zythandra suggested.

"I agree." The Professor responded.

In the middle of their conversation a loud unnerving alarm was heard being emitted from ANAIS. Calcipher immediately knew that something is happening in the mansion and it is bad. He remembered the trigger he handed to Pandora before they left for the Summit. If ANAIS is receiving this alert, there's a high chance that there's an emergency happening and everyone is in danger. Calcipher didn't waist any more time to get the Professor and Zythandra attention.

"Something bad is happening in the mansion. We must hurry back!" Calcipher announced in panic.

"Wait. What is happening? You're leaving already?" Tabitha asked.

"It appears that we have to leave immediately. We'll see you very soon." The Professor said.

"We must go now if we're in hurry. It's getting dark soon. It's not a good idea to be in the forest at night." Zythandra commented.

"Let's us help you go back to the orphanage as fast as possible." Tabitha replied then she called out Rocco, Aira, Amber and Blake.

Though confused as to why she called all four of them out specially when the sparring matches just finished and the girls are still in the state of paralysis, they were more surprised that the four of them actually showed up. They may be visibly damaged but they appear to be over it already. Amber and Aira seems to be nullify the effects of the paralyzing agent Zythandra injected them just a few moments ago.

"The antidote seem to work fine to you girls." Tabitha said.

"I feel a little numb but it did work, Madame." Amber responded.

"The antidote surprisingly worked faster than I thought." Aira commented.

"Rocco and I drank a revitalizing juice as well, Madame." Blake said.

"That's great. I'm happy to see the four of you doing well." Tabitha responded.

"You called us out, Madame? What can we do for you?" Rocco asked.

"Right. As per our guests, there's an emergency happening back at their home so we must get them back to the airport as fast as possible." Tabitha explained.

"You wants us to carry them from here to the airport? Wouldn't that be dangerous?" Rocco replied.

"Not until the airport. Just carry them until the orphanage then I can lend them a car for them to reach the airport." Tabitha said.

Rocco and the rest couldn't argue more and just agreed to Tabitha's request. Rocco will in charge with the Professor as he'll use his Rock Surfing to quickly head to the orphanage. Blake will be partnered with Calcipher as he'll be using his Aqua Turbo to propel the both of them. Aira will carry Zythandra as she'll do her Dancing Gust to propel their way to their destination. Finally, Amber will have Tabitha who will use her Rocket Feet to also propel themselves to the orphanage.

As soon as they all arrived at the orphanage as fast as they could, Tabitha quickly instructed Mr. Wazowski to drive them to the airport where their private jet is as fast as he could. Mr. Wazowski immediately agreed and did what asked of him. He was able to avoid any traffic along the way and they safely and quickly arrived at the airport. Calcipher quickly reconnected ANAIS in the jet's mainframe then they took off as soon as possible.