Every Ranger's communicator received a message at the same moment. A chorus of beeps rang out through the base, instantly shattering the relaxed, cheerful atmosphere. Everyone's expression turned serious.
Captain Lang quickly checked the message, his brow immediately furrowing. "Why is it Wind-Famous Beach again?
"Everyone, move out immediately!"
Chuang Yi and Hitomi immediately sprang into action. Their partner Pachirisu nimbly jumped onto their shoulders, their eyes sharpening.
"Pachi!"
"Lümei, Huangyao, you two stay at the base!" Captain Lang said decisively. "Everyone else, get your equipment and head to Wind-Famous Beach right away!"
"But, Captain..." Lümei and Huangyao spoke at the same time, their faces full of reluctance and urgency. "We want to help too!"
Captain Lang swept a stern gaze over them. "That's an order! We don't know what's happening at the scene, and it could be very dangerous. You're still students.
"Your first priority is to keep yourselves safe and gain experience.
"Even staying at the base, you can act as staff and provide guidance and logistical support to the Rangers on the front lines whenever they need it. That's very important work too!"
His tone allowed no argument. Although disappointed, the two interns understood that their captain was right. They could only grit their teeth and nod. "...Yes, Captain!"
Tong Hua stood to one side, watching the Rangers rush out with their partners.
He wanted to help too, but Celebi hadn't come along this time. If he followed them, he would probably only get in the way.
Professional matters were best left to the professionals.
"Anyway, what exactly happened?"
Tong Hua looked at the staff member staying at the base, along with Lümei and Huangyao, who looked equally worried and curious.
"Chirp?" Delibird came over too, and they all gathered around the front desk to look at