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Chapter 5: The Newtopia Rangers
Aaron stood on the balcony of the Newtopian hospital, the wind blowing through his new cape. Below, the city bustled with life—newts riding snails, merchants selling glowing fruit, and guards patrolling the marble streets.
Aaron turned to Finley with a grin. "You know… we should do more than just hang around."
"Yeah," Finley agreed. "Like… city defenders or something."
Aaron smirked. "How about Newtopia Rangers?"
Finley snapped his fingers. "Yes! That's perfect."
The two laughed, bumping fists again, already imagining themselves leaping across rooftops and fighting evil in style.
Meanwhile…
Back in Toad Tower, Mahishah stood beside General Grime, arms crossed, watching a group of toad soldiers train sloppily in the courtyard.
"They don't listen," Grime growled. "They barely even focus."
Mahishah stepped forward. "Then change how you talk to them. You're too strict. Try this…"
She approached the soldiers and spoke with a commanding voice, but also calm and sharp:
"You're not just soldiers. You're the strongest in all Amphibia. Grime trusts you, and I do too. You can either prove us right… or waste your shot."
The soldiers straightened up. Their eyes burned with new energy.
Grime raised an eyebrow, clearly impressed. "Maybe you really do belong here."
Mahishah smirked. "Told you."
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