Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3

Chapter 3: The Golden Bastard

--Knowhere--

Quill saw ships of gold flying to the planet shaped like a skull. There was one big ship commanding it which was on standby above the planet. Gamora was still unconscious from the hit inflicted by Richard. He was being called by Rocket.

"Quill, is it safe to drive? 'Cause I'm pretty sure it's not safe. Not even a bit." Rocket said through the phone.

"Just stay there until you find an exit. We'll hold them back for a few minutes." Quill answered, as he shot a Sovereign ship that was passing by.

Quill, along with an unconscious Gamora, Mantis ad Groot, ran towards the bar to find cover. Kraglin and the Ravagers were still holding their position as Quill tapped on Kraglin's back.

"Quill? I thought you were leaving already?" Kraglin questioned Quill as a beam of energy pierced through one of the Ravager's chest.

"There are too many Sovereign units outside." Quill laid Gamora on one of the chairs. "Take care of her."

Quill ran towards Richard who was still trying to get up. When he ran towards him, Richard punched him in the stomach. He didn't mind it as he elbowed him back.

"You bitch!" Richard shouted in frustration as he grabbed Quill by his jacket. He twisted it so they were looking at each other in the eyes. Quill was in deep thought on what do next.

"Wait... wait. You forgot something." Quill pointed at one of the doors. Richard actually fell for it and turned around. When he turned back, Quill headbutted him and kicked him away.

He punched Quill into one of the tables inside the bar. Splinters of wood scratched his jacket as he groaned in pain. He almost lost consciousness until Richard slowly walked towards him.

"Do you honestly think... t-that you're a hero in this galaxy?" Richard grabbed a gun from one of the dead officers. "You're nothing but a cold-blooded murderer."

A bolt of a weapon shot Richard as he hit a wall. Quill looked over to the side and saw Rocket reloading his gun. The next sight he got to see was Rocket lending his hand over to him. Suddenly the door on front of them opened.

"What is this madness?!" The Collector asked, walking towards Quill and Rocket with an oddly fashioned robe.

"We were here to eat and a lot of shit happened." Quill wiped some splinters off his jacket. "We have some Sovereign soldiers outside. Do you want to meet them?"

"I rather not, Mr. Quill." The Collector looked from left to right. "So, would you excuse me while I-"

A rocket got blasted inside the room as everyone got hit by it. Quill hit the wall once more while Rocket flew off the ledge. Richard's body moved ever so slightly to the right as a ship started to open its hangar. Corvus Glaive and Proxima Midnight walked into the bar.

"Nova Corps troop." Glaive pointed out Richard who was lying on the floor. "And... a ravager. Poor bastard."

Glaive kicked the door opened where the Collector was hiding behind his desk like he was scared. They menacingly walked towards him as Midnight glanced at his collection. But they were there for one reason only.

"Tivan! My sources tell me that there is an Infinity Stone lurking around here." Glaive pointed his blade at one of the specimens, "Looks fresh... when did you get it?"

"About two weeks ago." The Collector answered politely as Glaive smashed his fist on the table forcefully.

"Answer my question, Tivan. Where is the Infinity Stone?"

"I-I have given you the Reality Stone. I mean... what else is there to gi-"

"You speak in fear, Tivan. I know that there is an Infinity Stone inside of this museum of yours." Glaive started to look at the creatures. "It is the Power Stone and I know that you would love to have that in your collection."

"Glaive... maybe it's not with him. There is no other place where he can hide it in." Midnight said, placing her hand on his shoulder.

"It has to be. My scanners tell me that the Stone is somewhere on this planet. The only one who can be in possession of this kind of material is Tivan."

"Well... let's get to work then. I'll search the East side while you search the West side."

Outside, Quill placed his shoulders on the ground to try and kneel. His stomach hurts after that rocket nearly hit his chest. He turned to the right to see an unconscious Richard. He shrugged as he placed him on his shoulder.

"This bastard better be happy when I help him." Quill thought, running towards Kraglin and the others.

"Quill, they're tearing this place apart. They said they were specifically looking for the Guardians of the Galaxy." Kraglin reported as a rocket hit the roof which caused a small earthquake.

"We have to leave right now." Quill fixed Richard on his shoulder and ran outside with the others. "Where is Groot?"

"He went to the ship and stayed inside. I think the engines are online."

"Yeah... I think it's online because Rocket fell off a balcony. Get in your ship and let's meet at the coordinates I'll send you later."

Quill and the silent Mantis carefully walked towards the Milano. There were ships that were clearly searching for them as they tried to keep a low profile. When they saw the Milano, the lights were open which indicated that Groot was inside already. They finally made it in as they saw Gamora who was now awake and Groot.

"Rocket told me he was floating under the planet and he needs to get picked u-" Gamora paused when she saw Richard on Quill's shoulder, "Why is he here with us?"

"I can't just leave him there to die!" Quill was a little stressed as he sat on the passenger seat.

Meanwhile inside the museum, Glaive's tracker started to beep. He immidieataly opened it and looked at where the Stone was going to. He realized it was not in the museum so he went over to the Collector.

"You hired someone to carry it away, didn't you?" Glaive questioned his actions.

"N-no. I have no connections with whoever yo-" The Collector stopped as Glaive pierced his blade through his chest. Now he has set an example to those who lie to him.

Midnight ran to him as she saw the Collector on the floor.

Glaive commented, "Useless."