A Hero's Journey -- Part 37-
Part XXXVII

Une arched an eyebrow as Sally entered her office. The other woman was dressed in a clean Preventer uniform. However, the bruises and cuts still marred her face.

“I got a clean bill of health. I’m cleared to go back on duty.”

“Should I even bother with a second opinion?”

“I give myself the all-clear, too,” Sally replied with an unrepentant grin.

“I see.” Une studied Sally for a moment, as if she was deciding. “I take it that you would like to join back up with Wufei.”

Sally’s grin grew. “I’m sure he’s missed me.”

“Well, I’m sure the others would appreciate your help. They aren’t having much success on finding Relena so far.”

All amusement fled from Sally’s face. “Who else is working on this?”

“Noin and Milliardo,” Une replied, “in Preventer capacity.”

“It will be nice to work with Noin again,” Sally commented. “So, have they learned anything?”

“Nothing solid. They received a message from Trowa about possible movements of the group he has infiltrated. However, it was too brief to provide too many details.”

“When’s the next report expected?”

“In a few days.” Une sighed. “We really need her back, Sally.”

Sally nodded. “I know. Believe me. I know.”

“Keep me update on any developments.”

“I will do.” With that, Sally left the room.

This enemy was different from any that the Preventers had faced. It was proving too much for even Milliard and the Gundam pilots. Une wondered it was all going to end.