[she didn't think she'd ever see Riley again, and then there she was, hugging her. And it wasn't a dream. Ellie had always been pretty grateful to be in Keeliai instead of back home, but this just really sealed the deal for her. She grinned and separated]

Okay-- this? This is Keeliai. It's as far away from Boston as you can get. There are weird aliens, we're on the back of a turtle... It's a lot to explain. There are even superheroes.

[she grinned, and then realized there was one more thing that had slipped her mind]

And best of all... no fungus. Fuck, I'm so glad to see you again.