Dustin, Knox, and Xanth sat in the cafeteria, their eyes fixed on the TV.
The news anchor's voice echoed through the room, citing Joy's body had responded to treatment in a way that was deemed nothing less than a medical miracle. The officers and trainees around them erupted into spontaneous applause and congratulatory cheers for the four friends.
"I am grateful she pulled through, but I still can't believe this," Knox murmured.
Dustin maintained his stoic silence while Xanth appeared lost in thought. After lunch, they prepared to leave when a pineapple head appeared before them, blocking their path.
"Look at these three hooligans! The great dead body discoverers and girl savers! You think you have become heroes in one night?" Pineapple sneered, unwrapping the dark chocolate. If he hadn't hit the sack at eight O'clock yesterday night, he would be the one receiving the praises in their place.
