[Star Nation - Castle Grounds. Some years back.]
The air on the castle grounds was heavy, thick with the scent of ozone and the grim resolve of powerful warriors. Vancouver stood clad in his sleek, grand-class armor. Beside him stood Patrick, Miami John and Olivia Falcon; Queen Elizabeth of the Xenon race, and lastly, King Hell and Queen Rosita, the formidable rulers of the Beastify Nation—Josephine's parents. All were encased in their protective armors.
Draco, the current Ruler of the Star Nation and Sunny's father, took a step forward, his gaze sweeping over the assembled group.
"We all know this is a very dangerous mission, but I want to ask again," Draco said, his voice deep and solemn. He focused his question primarily on Elizabeth, Hell, and Rosita, knowing these three had entire nations and families relying on their return:
"You are sure about this? You know we might not come back alive. Why don't you—"
