N. Gin got one of his prototype rockets to go into the molten lava. Crash got on the rocket as did Gus and Aku-Aku. They were ready to rescue Cortex and Nina from their prison. In the molten lava, the shield was still holding up, protecting Nina and Cortex. Nina asked, "Do you think that they know we're still alive?" "Probably not," Cortex answered, grimly. Nina grimaced as Cortex held her close. "I'm scared," Nina admitted. "I know," Cortex responded, "And I don't blame you." Nina looked up at her uncle.

Cortex saw this and asked, "What's the matter, Nina?" Nina answered, "If we get out of this, will you take me to where mom is?" Cortex smiled and stated, "It will be an honor. Nacey will be thrilled to see you and me." Nina smiled at him as they heard some rumbling. "What's that," she asked. "No idea," Cortex answered. Just then, the rumble was blasted away by some rocket flames. Cortex and Nina looked up and saw that Crash, Gus, and Aku-Aku riding N. Gin's prototype rocket.

"Crash," Cortex stated, a bit relieved. "C'mon, Cortex," Crash responded, "Let's get you and Nina out of here." Cortex smiled as he took Crash's hand. Cortex got on as did Nina. Gus and Aku-Aku guided the prototype rocket out of the chambers as quickly as they could for the molten lava they had busted through was starting to crumble. Barely dodging a few rocks, they got the rocket outside and Cortex and Nina to safety.

A few days later; N. Gin, Tiny, Cortex, and Nina went to go live with Aku-Aku, Crash, Coco, and Crunch. Gus joined them as well, being loyal to Nina and trying not to show his crush on her. Nina then left with her uncle for a vacation. The two headed for London, England to meet up with Nacey Rose Cortex. Cortex was thrilled to see his older sister yet again and invited her to come back with them, which she did.

When Cortex returned, he created a brand new Bandicoot named Coral - who was going to be Crunch's little sister and Coco's cousin. Coral has light orange fur like Coco, long brown hair that is pulled back into a messy ponytail, green eyes, wearing a short sleeved rose shirt, blue jeans, and white shoes. With the new team formed, they wait for Uka-Uka's next move...and rather or not if John and Pete would return.

Amie/AK1028: Please read and review! And always think outside of the box!