Amidst all of the unfamiliarity, something made him feel like a window had opened up and a way home just appeared out of thin air. The sound of Rhys's voice could have never been more reassuring. After spending a day realizing that he'd have to stay for as long as it took to return to Tellius, he could hardly believe what he was hearing. If it was as good as it sounded, his stay could be cut down to but a day.

Ike turned around in the direction Rhys called from, looking completely startled. Sure enough, it was Rhys. Ike almost looked relieved after seeing him, but his voice conveyed shock. "Rhys?! How did you find me?"