D89
Dynasties
By James
Chapter 89: Encore
After a long and persistent chase, Flash found himself on a small brown planet that he'd never visited before. Dale's craft was flying right beside his. Ming's cruiser was speeding far ahead of them both.
The three eventually entered a vast brown canyon. Dale left Flash behind and began gaining on their foe.
He listened closely to the radio, ready for any updates or alerts.
Ming led her toward a mountain, then whipped around it, seemingly hoping that Dale would make a sudden crash.
"Oh, you wish I was that easy to lose," Flash heard her say. Dale dodged the mountain and fired a slew of lasers. Ming's cruiser avoided them all.
Moments afterward, Ming left the canyon and approached a forest.
Dale sped right behind him.
Now that the two were clear of the rocks, she switched to a more destructive weapon. Dale narrowed her eyes, locked onto Ming, and fired a loud pair of missiles.
Both of the weapons screamed through the sky, chasing after the fleeing vehicle.
Flash looked on in anticipation, watching the scene with hopeful eyes.
Seconds later, the shots reached their target...and Ming's craft exploded. A large burst of flame ripped into the sky, and a cloud of smoke lingered in its wake.
Flash slowed down while gripping his controls, looking half curious, and half skeptical.
Dale watched the cloud with a bit of tension, taking a series of long, deep breaths.
Seconds felt like minutes. Silence filled the air.
And as the wave of smoke began to clear, Ming could be seen parachuting to the ground.
Dale closed her eyes in calm frustration.
Flash looked away and shook his head.
Dale flipped a switch, and locked onto Ming's body. The smoke made him harder to target this time.
Ming reached the ground and escaped into the forest.
Flash landed his craft and chased after him on foot.
A series of lasers flew from the woods. Flash ducked, and returned fire.
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For several minutes, they took cover while exchanging shots, both of them running amidst the trees. As the battle wore on, Ming began to notice how quiet Flash was. Unlike their previous encounters, there were no threats, no taunts, no lectures, and no jokes. For the first time in a long while, Flash Gordon seemed deeply serious — and Ming found himself almost frightened by this.
After taking a deep breath, Ming swung out from a tree and fired at Flash.
Flash ducked, and returned fire.
The shot hit Ming's weapon, which quickly exploded. Ming bellowed in pain and dropped to one knee. He looked up to find Flash standing over him.
After a moment of hesitation, Ming raised his arms in surrender.
Flash paused, studying his foe. "I think I've made the mistake of arresting you too many times." He lifted his arm and aimed the blaster.
Ming's eyes widened in fright.
Flash pulled the trigger, but got no result. His blaster was out of laser rounds. He glared at Ming, then threw the weapon down.
By the time Dale ran up to the scene, Ming was standing with his hands bound behind his back. She ran her eyes back and forth between the two.
"Come on," Flash said, nudging Ming forward. "Let's go."
Dale stepped over beside her partner. "You all right?"
Flash stared ahead. "Right now," he murmured, "I don't even know."
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Chapters
Volume I
Shorly after Jedda leaves the team, Queen Hadea begins a galactic conquest.
Jedda finds herself back on Mongo — and reunited with Prince Krotan.
Despite their affection, Jedda endeavors to counter Hadea's plans.
Seeking to resolve the matter with Hadea, the Defenders begin a climactic mission on Mongo.
Rick enjoys a meaningful reunion.
Volume II
Jedda and Krotan confront their feelings.
Against the wishes of his wife, Krotan grows tempted to pursue a vendetta.
Rick has a difficult time moving on.
In the wake of Krotan's actions, Jedda faces a difficult choice.
Hadea reunites with an old acquaintance.
The Royals of Mongo organize what's supposed to be a friendly feast.
A glimpse into the future on Mongo.
Volume III
Instead of spending a romantic evening together, as Jedda intended, Hadea and Phantom find themselves pursued.
Amid their exploits, Phantom and Hadea discuss personal matters.
Flash visits Ming's prison while thinking of Dale, and Rick learns that a new girl will be joining the team.
A vengeful woman targets Jedda.
The Defenders face an internal crisis.
Will she choose affection or ambition?
Needing to depart Mongo on business, Jedda and Krotan ask Hadea and Phantom to fill in for them temporarily.
Volume IV
As the enormity of his situation sinks in, an anxious Rick finds unexpected comfort.
Hadea continues to counsel Rick by reminding him that his actions have consequences.
Phantom and Hadea are advised to marry.
The acting rulers face a variety of issues on their big day.
The Defenders consider returning to solo work.
Volume V
Krotan and Jedda try to find time for their marriage while tending to duty.
Someone from Jedda's past returns.
Krotan and the guards attempt to defend the kingdom without Jedda.
Krotan and Ming have another confrontation under different circumstances.
Flash and Rick have a personal discussion.
As Rick prepares to leave the team, he and LJ receive a surprise visit.
Volume VI
The new trio embarks on a mission.
The Phantom is left startled by the recent development.
After spending a couple of days with Jedda, Rachel departs for the tme being.
In the future, Vera receives advice and comfort from her mother.
Jedda reflects on the recent years.
In the aftermath of an attack on her land, Hadea seeks help from a mercenary.
Flash is stunned by his discovery on a distant planet.
Volume VII
Hadea makes an announcement that leaves the Phantom unsettled.
The Phantom works to undo his mistakes.
In the future, the Royals of Mongo enjoy quality time together.
Rachel assists LJ and Hadea in very different ways.
Rachel adjusts to her new position awkwardly.
With Rachel and Jedda at her side, Hadea learns more about the history of her kingdom.
Volume VIII
The Phantom plans to propose.
Hadea and the Phantom attempt to work through their issues.
Rachel visits Hadea to discuss new intentions.
The Defenders confront a group of aliens who have descended on Earth, while Ming continues to scheme behind the scenes.
Flash, Rick, and Krotan engage Ming in battle.
Jade reunites briefly with her daughters.
A special occasion has finally arrived.
Volume IX
Rick has a meeting with Zyna that leaves him staggered.
Flash and Rick travel to another planet to investigate news.
Dale begins to set her agenda in motion.
The Royals of Mongo have a lengthy discussion about the past and future.
Dale takes bold steps forward.
Flash and Rick confront Dale to discuss her actions.
Empress Hadea appoints new queens.
Volume X
In the future, the royals have a discussion about politics on Mongo.
LJ and Lothar discuss family affairs.
Jedda views her official government profile to learn where she ranks among Mongoian queens.
Castra and Aura look to put their differences aside.
The Phantom learns more about Hadea's duties.
Volume XI
The Phantom, Hadea, and Rachel depart for a mission in the Bandar village.
Rachel heads off to find Kurt on her own.
Dale provides answers for Rachel.
Jade observes a significant discussion beween Phantom and Kurt.
Phantom learns that the village mission affected Hadea on a personal level.
Volume XII
Jedda and Krotan renew their commitment.
Krotan pampers Jedda as they discuss the future.
Nearly everyone joins the Phantom for a mission via boat.
The group arrives on Raven Island and learns the identity of the opposing team's leader.
Flash, Dale, and Rick spend time with Flash's sister, Commander Abigail Gordon, and her daughter Sara.
Rick and Kristina head off on a late-night mission.
Kristina, Rick, and Hadea confront their personal matters.
Once again, someone lands on Mandrake's yard during a storm.
Volume XIII
A woman arrives in the Netherworld, claiming to be the rightful ruler.
LJ, Rick, and Rachel investigate the Netherworld matter.
Flash and Dale's date is interrupted by news that Rick has been captured, and it's up to Kristina to save him.
While grouped together one night, several people must team up suddenly in order to defend the mansion.
Atascadero discusses her upbringing with Mandrake.
Volume XIV
Soldiers from Atascadero's kingdom come looking for her.
Ata heads to her kingdom to resolve the issues there.
Vera begins learning more about Jedda's past.
In response to the recent events, Hadea makes a controversial decision.
Rick attempts to resolve a certain personal issue.
Rick and his girlfriend decide to go their separate ways.
Flash, Dale, and Rick reunite with Dale's father, as well as Flash's.
Jonathan Gordon becomes overzealous, leading to repercussions.
Flash and Dale chase Ming down.
Kristina bonds with Rick in the aftermath of the events at the base.
Volume XV
In the future, Jedda and Krotan have to teach Vera the value of humility.
In the future, Vera is courted by several boys.
Rick and Kristina become stranded on an island.
Hadea is approached by an old suitor.
Kristina and Rick grow closer while stuck on the island.
Ata and Mandrake discuss their relationship.
Castra and her husband have a talk about their longtime commitment.
Krotan and Jedda discuss the past, and look to the future.
Flash and Dale reaffirm their feelings.
The series finale.
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