Northstar Vale and all the pieces matter

"I can help with that!" Alek said, his whole body flooding with adrenaline and excitement at the idea of a chase. "You lead and I'll follow." He said, allowing the younger boy to still be in charge as this was his idea and his revenge.

"That is, if you want me to help." He then added, realization kicking in that maybe the blue-eyed boy didn't want his help.