Fuse knew exactly what Ru had found. “That is a Lraenu hive. You must keep well clear of it until you are prepared to fight.”

“What? Where?” Randy flew higher. “That’s the bad guys, right? I’m ready, let’s get em!”

“You are not,” Fuse said gently. “I’ll be sending you home in a moment. When you’re new, you need return to Earth frequently to keep your powers strong.”

“Like batteries?” Jayson scoffed.

“Come back tomorrow and I’ll show you the Council’s complex.”

“What if the Lraenu are here waiting for us?” Colleen said fearfully.

“You must be prepared at all times,” Fuse warned. “They can travel to Earth. Fortunately, on your planet your power is stronger and theirs is weaker. You have allies at home as well. But soon, you must learn how to defend yourselves.”