He remained a few steps behind her as they moved swiftly through the halls of the world of the Conexus. His preternatural speed was back, allowing him to easily keep up with her. He was no longer fatigued or in pain. His limbs were strong, his mind clear. In fact, he had never felt better, not even when he had first escaped A.H.D.N.A. into the Arizona desert. They entered a corridor that was bathed with a brighter light than any of the others. They moved toward the light at the end of the tunnel-like hall. The light was a familiar color, not the bluish-white that he had seen thus far on his journey. It was softer. Warmer. It reminded him of something he had known once. The hall ended at a large arched doorway that opened to a huge cavern the size of a small city. The Regina stopped about ten feet into the place, and Tex stopped too. His head swiveled slowly from side to side, taking it in. His mind raced to keep up with his senses. He knew this place. But how could I know it? I have never been here.
