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“But that still doesn’t answer my question as to how you knew that wasn’t my mother?” said Jack. “She was there, at my door, in plain sight!” “Jackary, my scanner detected that she was not who she appeared to be,” said Clint. “Your scanner? And stop calling me Jackary—it’s Jack. And, what does your so called scanner scan anyway?” asked Jack. “Life forms. Of all kinds, it’s got all the known organisms in the galaxy loaded to its database, only one like it in the whole universe—as far as I know,” replied Clint. “Oh, so are you saying my mom was actually an alien imposter. Perhaps some giant beetle from outer space,” retorted Jack, rolling his eyes at the preposterous idea. “No, it was actually a Nagual,” said Clint. “A what? You are crazy!” …show more content…

“Oh, it’s seasoned Elf berry. I season it with spices and butters, bake it for two hours, and then brown it on the skillet a little. Come on—give it a try. It’s safe,” added Flint, watching Jack intently. Jack felt pressured by his kidnaper and his unexpected childlike enthusiasm for cooking. So without further inquiry, Jack placed the foreign substance in his mouth. “Wow, that’s the most amazing thing I’ve ever tasted!” “Yes, well you have been stuck in Kallo, so it hasn’t had much to compete with. Just wait until I make you my favorite dinner—fried Crilieots,” smiled Flint. “I look forward to it,” stated Jack, with all honesty. Flint beamed with happiness at Jack’s response. “Oh, good. You are awake,” said Calvin, walking into the kitchen. A small gadget glistened in his hand. “Would you like some Elf berry, Calvin?” asked Flint. “Not now, Flint. I need to inform Jackary of the plan,” said Calvin, taking a seat next to Jack. “What do you plan on doing with me?” asked Jack, losing his gracious attitude. “We have received word from Vivian,” said Calvin. “My mom, where has she been?” asked Jack. “Oh,” said Calvin, “so you are starting to believe us after

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