Tallest Blue and the Small Invader

The headship of the Irken Armada, known as the Massive, continued down its uncanny straight-lined course through space; either drifting lazily, or destroying everything in its path. The cockpit of the ship was quiet, for it was normally only inhabited by Almighty Tallests Red and Purple and the occasional pilot or advisor.

But today, a new and different guest would be entering the cockpit, with only the intention of meeting peacefully with the two Tallests. As Tallest Red and Tallest Purple waited for their guest, they sat in awkward silence while their thoughts were heavy with how this meeting would go.

"So, what do you think she'll do?" Purple asked softly, doubt lacing his tone.

"How should I know?" Red responded with a shrug.

"I dunno. But maybe a little optimism would help. Ya know, something like 'Don't worry, Purple. She'll probably stay here—with us'."

Red could easily hear the sorrow and desire in his co-Tallest's tone, and couldn't deny that he felt the same way, especially considering the circumstances.

He then sighed and shook his head, "You and I both know she would never do that, Purple."

Purple wanted to deny that Red was right, but knew it would be impossible, "That's what makes me feel worse."

"But we both digress, right? We agreed that whatever happens after this meeting, we will not hold it against each other."

Purple nodded firmly, "Indeed."

"My Tallests!" a lowly Irken servant piped up, as she ran up to the two Tallests and bowed before continuing, "She's here."

"Let her in," Red demanded.

The servant bowed her head again, and hastily exited the room. Soon after, the large doors opened as a bright light surrounded a tall silhouetted figure in the grand doorway.

"But just for the record, she would totally pick me," Purple quickly whispered to Red, as the shadowy figure slowly approached them.

"We literally just said that we wouldn't do this!" Red whisper-shouted in aggravation.

"You didn't get it in writing."

"Oh, for Grop's sake…"

Red's annoyance towards Purple was halted, for the figure had finally gotten close enough for their features to be revealed. It was a blue-eyed female Irken, with the shiny eyelashes and longer antennae that most female Irkens possessed. But this female was literally one in a million at the moment, for she was a Tallest. She didn't stand as tall as Red and Purple, coming up about a foot and a half shorter than them, and light-blue colored armor similar to that of Red and Purple's.

"Tallest Blue," Red and Purple greeted in sync, and even bowed their heads slightly in respect.

"Almighty Tallest Red, Almighty Tallest Purple. It is good to see you both again. It's been too long, has it not?" Tallest Blue stated while bowing back, her voice soft and sweet, which was a rarity amongst most loud and obnoxious Irkens.

"Oh, you have no idea," Red chuckled nonchalantly.

Blue nodded and continued, "Nonetheless, we mustn't hesitate to discuss the matters of why I'm here."

"Yes, of course," Purple quickly stated after clearing his throat, "As a direct descendent of the legendary Almighty Tallest Miyuki and inheriting her height, you are entitled to join our ranks and rule the Irken Empire with us."

Blue merely stared on at Red and Purple with her soft and emotionless gaze that they knew all too well, making them reluctant to move onto to the next part of their speech.

"But since you're also a rare female Tallest, you will be given the second option of leaving this empire to travel the galaxy and start your own from scratch," Red begrudgingly added.

"I have heard of these terms and studied them before my arrival, and I have made my decision," Blue began while raising her head, "While it would prove more efficient to stay with this empire, I have chosen leave it behind and create my very own. I hope you understand."

Despite knowing that they shouldn't be surprised, Red and Purple were still a little depressed by her decision. But having known her for so long, they decided to sugarcoat their reaction with fake accepting smiles.

"Of course, Tallest Blue. Safe travels," Red began softly.

"And maybe call us when you get there?" Purple suggested with hope.

"I would have it no other way," Blue stated while smiling back, and turned to leave, "Goodbye, Almighty Tallest Red and Almighty Tallest Purple."

The doors slammed shut behind her, leaving Red and Purple alone with their thoughts of regret. They wish they had tried harder to convince Blue to stay with them, if not to make them feel better then to keep an eye on their friend. They cared about her too much to keep her caged, however, so they reluctantly let her go.

I just recently watched Invader Zim: Enter the Florpus, and I was reminded of just how awesome and beautiful Invader Zim is. Having said that, I haven't seen the show in years, so my knowledge of it is pretty bad. If I get something wrong, feel free to correct me(politely, please).

Until the next chapter, I'm TRikiD, bye-bye!