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Defenders of the Earth: This Is Their Side Story
By James
Preview
Rick Gordon, armed with a sniper rifle, plans to interrupt the wedding of Jedda and Krotan by firing a few warning shots — but finds himself confronted by a certain someone.
Chapter 2: Mongo Is Burning — Part 1
"I'm not going to tell you again," she warned, pointing her blaster more directly now.
He had no doubt that she wouldn't miss. April was born with a blaster in hand. It seemed that way when they were kids at least. Whenever their parents took them out to shoot, she'd destroyed targets with relative ease, blowing huge holes through the cardboard heads, taking out drones via run-n-gun.
Rick had always harbored a silent envy, longing to equal her combat skills, but getting outclassed when he tried to compete. When he'd scored a 9, she'd scored 10. When he'd earned silver, she'd earned gold.
Eventually, they'd both grown tired of shooting at targets, and challenged each other to actual duels. They'd used safe guns back then, of course — little toy shooters that would do no harm.
But April wasn't holding one of those guns now. April was pointing a Mack T4, a weapon created for this situation, a gun that had put several snipers in graves.
Rick turned back to the ceremony. Jedda was about to say I do. He steadied his rifle, refusing to budge. It was clear that April could take him out; he just wasn't certain she actually would. "You'd put a laser round in your brother's head?"
April sighed. "Rick..." she muttered. He heard her approaching. "Millions of people are depending on this. People on Mongo. People on Earth. If those two marry, this damn war ends. If you interfere, the clash goes on."
"Both of us know it's not nearly that simple. That's what The Brotherhood wants you to think."
"Look at me," she growled.
He stared at the stage.
"Now."
He turned — and then he twitched. April had a boldness that he'd rarely seen, a cold determination that staggered him.
She squinted while taking a step forward. "You're not interfering with that ceremony."
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Chapters
Volume I
As the New Rebellion rages across Mongo and Earth, Jedda and Krotan unite against Ming — and find themselves pursued by one of his ships.
2: Mongo Is Burning — Part 1
Desperate to end the battles, Krotan and Jedda, who have fallen in love, agree to a politically driven wedding — which Rick opposes.
3: Mongo Is Burning — Part 2
Despite growing opposition to the wedding, Jedda and Krotan remain firm in their decision.
Rick observes Amy venting, then ends up on a wild ride.
Amy visits her ailing foster mother, only to realize that she's fallen into a trap.
Rick and Amy take May to the Netherworld, where an invasion has begun.
Against the wishes of Rick and others, Amy makes a bargain with Damian Dark.
While the Defenders scramble to catch up with Amy, another battle occurs in the Netherworld.
Volume II
Flash sets out to free Ming, who has vital information regarding an impending attack.
Lothar and April move to counter an assassination attempt.
The team hurries to prevent LJ and Rick from carrying out an assault on another planet.
The Royal Five converge to counter a group of outlaws who've abducted Castra's husband.
Despite Castra's objections, Hadea grows tempted to remain on Mongo and take over as queen.
Kshin and LJ suspect that Veena is planning to bring her father back.
The Gordons arrive at Dale's grave.
Castra and her relatives vie for the position of queen on Mongo.
Volume III
Dale reveals the identity of her first child.
Veena uses her powers to help others.
Flash gets a startling surprise while chasing Ming.
20: The Princess Makes Her Move
In Dimension K, Ming weds his ambitious stepdaughter Hadea.
A visitor arrives from Dimension Y, intent on taking Dale back with her.
Duffy attempts to bond with Dale, who learns of a portal to another dimension.
After arriving on Earth K, the duo find themselves captured by Queen Hadea, who tasks Dale with a mission.
Now a mother of four, Dale attempts to help ease tensions between April and Duffy.
Rick learns that Duffy might have another special ability.
Volume IV
After using her seer to avert a grim future, the Hadea of Earth K believes herself unbeatable.
April receives a visit from her aunt, Commander Abigail Gordon, who seeks her help on a mission.
Amy confronts her mother Cathleen, who is attempting to conquer Earth P.
On Earth C, Agent Kristina Graf seeks members for a new defense team.
April and Duffy are approached by Kent Madden's daughter Clare, who claims to need their help.
Sheila reflects on her choices.
32: Parental Guidance Required
Duffy develops an unexpected bond.
The Defenders are challenged inside Monitor.
In response to the recent assault, Abby and Dale take action against Madden.
Duffy begins acclimating to life on Earth B.
Krotan receives comfort from Jedda in the midst of a new matter.
Amy seeks to help an old friend.
Hadea and Jedda bond on Earth H in the series finale.
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