Author's Note: I hope you enjoyed the wonderful, full-color interlude Marko provided while I was away. Those that missed it, you can catch up here.

In other news, I've noticed recently how much Carcage here is beginning to resemble Ichigo from Bleach. This is not intended whatsoever, as I don't really even watch Bleach except in 10-minute increments as I am getting ready to leave for work in the morning (Adult Swim shows it. Yes, I said morning. Yes, I really do get up that early to get to work. Don't ask), so I don't know what's going on here. Maybe it's because they're both obstinate jerks, or something. :D Anyhow, I think he's turning out to be a much tougher nut ot crack than Artemis expected...