Paradon the long wait, this took awhile to set up and even then I probably need to edit more. For the sake of time though, enjoy the conclusion to Paradox Chapter 5. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ “H-how many are dead?” James asked nervously. “None, they have Ghosts James. You just hurst some of them but no one got hurt to the point where a Ghost couldn't fix it.” Ana smiled as she cupped his cheek. “You are going to be ok James.” She kissed him briefly and looked back at the Vanguard. Osiris sighed, “How in the hell does that work?” Zavala shook his head, “I don't even know. Ikora?” Ikora shrugged, “Mutual trust? They do have a bond…so it would seem to make sense for her to be able to calm him down.” Andal growled as he pulled out a flask and downed the spiced rum, “So you are telling me that all we needed was that girl to save our necks? You gotta be kidding me. He made me spill half my rum!” Ikora sighed, “Thats what you are worried about? What about the peoples who homes where destroyed? The people who where injured? There is so much more to it than your rum Andal.” Andal sighed, “I know, I know but we can get all of this fixed (property damage wise) in a month. The people…maybe a year? ‘Pends on the injury. Right now I am going to go to the bar and pay for anyone who goes there that has a injury. My treat.” Osiris chuckled, “Pay for their medical bill. That would be more helpful.” Andal laughed, “HA! I don't have that type of money…” Osiris, “Then stop gambling.” Andal sighed, “aw…there goes your free drink Osiris.” Osiris chuckled, “I don't drink that much anymore. Thanks for the offer.” Andal patted Osiris back, “Anytime.” He then caught up with James and smiled. “You have some skill kid. I never thought I’d be doing this but I want you to have a gun. A real gun. I know you have a sniper rifle but sometimes people just get a little close for comfort. Don't worry I have 2 of these babies. This is the old model, but if you want you could tweak it up yourself.” Andal chuckled as he handed over his gun to James. James nodded, “Thank you Andal.” Andal smiled, “Any time kid. You truly gave us Vangaurds a run for our glimmer. Good job.” He then scrubbed James’s hair and walked over to the Tower with his flask in hand. “Andal give that to you?’ Osiris said as he walked over with Zavala and Ikora. “Yes sir.” James replied, slightly nervous. He was unsure weather he was going to be punished or not. “Good, you deserve it. But you will be the one to pay for damages.” Osiris said as he walked off. Zavala looked at James, “James, you need to be less reckless when out in the field. You almost took lives out there. I am glad you didn't but you need to communicate these things better to us. We only want to help you here. Other then that, well done on holding your own.” Zavala then followed Andal and Osiris the Tower. Ikora chuckled, “My, my Stryker. You just got the attention of the entire City. You are friends with the Traveler, can hold your own against all 3 Vanguards and the Traveler along with being part Fallen. You never disappoint. The Vanguard would like to speak to you tomorrow. We have a mission for you that we think you can complete.” She then walked into the darkness and left the couple alone. James waited for the Vanguard to leave and once they did he let out a cheerful cry of joy. He was no longer going to be taken for granted.