[h2][center][b]Episode 5 – Polarity Man[/b][/center][/h2]

Polarity Man could only return the uneasy smile from Apollex ([@ineffable]) with one of his own, barely showing his mouth through his bandages but still noticeable up close. [color=1a7b30]“Trust me, without the Patroller suit, I’m as much of a lia- err, as much as in danger as you are. I’m sure you’ll save my skin one day in return.”[/color] With his teammate in hand, Lawrence took a brisk pace towards the lobby area in order to not overwhelm Lexi while maintaining a sense of urgency. All the while, the rest of his fellow chosen wards of Doctor Fate had successfully kept the hostile heroes at bay though not without a few explosions here and there. Perhaps leaving the mech behind was a boon as it didn't draw as much attention to him. 

As they made their way to the elevator that would lead them back to safety, the Blue Beetle ([@rocketrobie2]) had stepped out and instantly began deteriorating in front of Lawrence. Startled by the sequence, the lieutenant immediately ducked as Ted pulled out a gun, while shielding Lexi in case a misfire occurred. However, the Beetle simply fell on the floor afterwards. 

[color=1a7b30]“You’re coming with me, too.” [/color]Polarity Man declared with a sigh, placing his neck underneath one of the arms of Blue Beetle in order to get him back up on his feet. With a teammate on each side, the lieutenant escorted them to the elevator and repeatedly mashed the lobby button though this did little in speeding up the elevator door’s closing. As soon as they reach their destination, Lawrence would quickly rush for the Patroller Suit and join the battle against Extant. But for now, they had to endure the soothing tunes of the lift’s music as it descended the tower's levels. 

[color=1a7b30]“So… Crazy week, huh?”[/color]