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Christina Andre
3/4/15
Mr. Dudley
Eng-112

Green Lantern Rebirth:

Part 1
Original writer Geoff Johns
The universe. Ive been told it was a magnificent place back then. Full of
wonder and adventure And even romance. Defenders from a thousand worlds
patrolling their respective sector. Each one wielding the most fantastic weapon in
existence. For billions of years, the Green lantern Corps lit the darkest ends of
space. They were the manifestation of hope and achievement. Of righteousness
and force of will. Until one of their own destroyed it all. And the light of the Green
lanterns vanished. Almost.
Kyle Rayner thought to himself while hurdling his ship out of the sun. Rapid
orange waves of intense heat and radiation tearing his ship apart. He accelerates
the ship and bursts through the suns interior, leaving behind a trail of green energy.
The voyage left the ship badly damaged, Kyle struggles to keep the ship falling
apart. He races out of the surface like a torpedo, escaping from the fiery ball. Barely
keeping the ship together, he nose dives the ship towards earth hoping to land both
the ship and the cargo to safety.
In Highway Mill, New Mexico to lone boys hike across the arid landscape.
They come up to a tattered barb wired fence with a sign attached to it written in red
and white:
NELLIS BOMBING AND GUNNERY RANGE
RESTRICTED AREA
NO TRESSPASSING BEYOND THIS POINT
Have you lost your mind? one of boys asked, as they head closer to the
gate. Im not going in there. I dont want to get shot. He complained to his friend.
The base has been deserted for years. His friend calmly explained, All
those stories about UFOs and Groom Lakeit was just the government testing
stolen soviet planes. The boys friend starts to climb up the old rusty fence with
ease.
You dont believe in UFOs? the boy asked with a worry expression on his
face.
Do you? the friend snickered. He reaches the top of the fence looking at the
scared look on the guys face.
Suddenly the once quiet land is rattle by heavy boomed from a space craft
hurdling down at the abandon base. The two boys are send flying a couple feet
away landing on the hard dry ground. The space craft skids across the desert sand
towards the fence only to stop a few inches from crushing it. The two young hikers
look at the ship in shock.
What kind of plane is that? the boy sarcastically asked his friend as he
struggles to get up.
I the friend said in disbelief, I dont know.

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They got up and walked towards the ship cautiously. The ships door falls off
revealing Green Lantern Kyle Rayner, weak and panting, next to a green lantern on
top of a coffin.
Please he weakly said while kneeling on the ground, dont be afraid.
He grabs the ring on his finger desperately trying to remove it. You cant be
afraid cant he continued.
Cant use Cant get it off. The Ring Its burned itself onto my flesh. It
stays with me, he thought to himself. Kyle quickly grabs one of boys by the arm.
Hey let go! the boy cried out.
You have to listen Kyle interjected. He looks at the two with a weakened
scarred look. It has a Kyle collapses on the ground before them.
Kyle Rayner. I was the last of the Green Lanterns. And the first to know what
fear really is.
Kyle thought before blacking out completely.
In Northern California, the once great Ferris Aircraft company, now a rusting
ghost of its former self stands. The airfield once bustling with pilots and
experimental aircraft lays abandon since Coast City was vaporized by Mongul. Next
to the concrete ghost is a street sign with Coast City crossed out with yellow graffiti
label NO MORE. A red car drives up to the airfield stopping at the entrance way. A
young woman steps out of the car, Carol Ferris the owner of Ferris Aircraft. She picks
up her cell phone.
I just want to take a look around. Its still on the market and I-yes. Ive been
out here a lot lately. What can I say, Gil? she said to her husband Gil. I grew up on
this airfield. Carol strolls through the old airfield, remembering all the years she
spent at the old company, when she was a child to when her father made her head
of the family business. Carol opens the door to one of the air hangers where several
of her companys planes were stationed and abandon.
I can still smell jet fuel burning. She recalled to Gil. I can hear the roar of
the turbines she continued while gazing at the old planes. You should come out
here sometime it was my child. Dad and I watched them take off every day. All
day.
I dont think so I cant. When I took over for him, I stopped looking into the
sky. I kept my head in the accounting books. And thats when it wasnt fun anymore.
Thats when I didnt care. Carol told him. She walks down the rows of air planes. I
didnt care what happened to this place. Her eyes widen as she looks at the
remains of one of the old planes.
This wonderful place she said lost in thought.
Carol? Carol are you alright? Gil asked. Carol quickly snaps herself back to
reality.
Im fine Gil. Ill be fine. She reassured him, Ill call you when I leave.
I love you two. She said before hanging up. She puts her on the dusty
surface and rubs a small patch off, revealing the name of the pilot who once flew it,
H. Jordan.
In the Bronx New York City, John Stewart flies gracefully over a baseball with
Guy Gardner being carry in a construct rail lift.
Still not sure why you think a baseball game is gonna help him. Speakin of
which, are we gonna head down or float up here all afternoon? Guy jeered, The
first inning already started.
Stop backseat flying Guy. John replied.

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I would if you knew how to fly with that thing. You point and glide like a
freakin ballerina. Just think and the ringll take ya. Stop tryin to look good doing it.
Trust me. Guy criticized.
John lands on the parking lot of the stadium and places his construct and Guy
down next to him.
Theres only two people Ive ever trusted in this world. John told him.
Well Im one of em, right? Guy jokingly commented.
No, Guy, John replied.
Who? Guy asked, The kid? Kyle?
Yes Kyle John answered, and Hal. Johns uniform dissipates into green
energy revealing casual clothing underneath.
I used to trust Hal. He said solemnly. The duo walk towards the stadium
entrance. John looks at his green lantern ring.
Our rings could be out of power, we could be trapped on the edge of a block
hole facing off against evil star, John said, but if I looked Hal in the eyes, if he told
me we were going to out of it I always believed him. Guy looks down at Johns ring
with a slight sorrowful expression on his face.
I miss that look. John said.
Evil Star? You worried about a guy like Evil Star? Guy jokingly asked.
Thats not the point. John replied.
Look, Guy explained, Jordan had stones, Ill give him that, but it wasnt
nothin special.
Then why are you here? John asked.
You kidding? These seats are great. Guy swiftly answered. He pulls out two
tickets from his pocket and shows them to a security officer. The officer let them in
the stadium.
You miss the ring. John bluntly said.
Come on. Guy argued.
You miss being a Green Lantern John interfered. Guy rolls his eyes at the
black green lantern.
Really? He jeered, And whats your role as Green Lantern with the Justice
League, huh? Youre just a good little soldier, Stewart. You let that Dark Knight tell
you what to do. You never even challenge him I know how its run. I used to be in
the league myself.
The League isnt a dictatorship. And Batmans hardly calling the shots. John
argued. Guy smirks at his companions perceived naivets and gutless stand.
That what he wants you to think. Guy said. He turns around facing John. He
points his finger at John. When Jordan first gave you that ring, you had guts. You
spoke your mind. You did what you thought was right! he exclaimed. Thats why
you were chosen as a Green Lantern in the first place. Then you made a mistake.
And you stopped trustin yourself. Had to look ta other to lead you around. You
threw all your willpower into bein an architect. And now all ya think about is how
things work, instead of why they work.
Thats plenty, Guy John said. He forcibly silence Guy with a small bolted
metal slab construct over his mouth. Guy jerks his head away and the construct
dissipates.
Okay, Okay, Guy yield, but what Im tryin to say is, youre dead wrong. I
dont miss that ring. I dont miss the Guardians and their stupid rules. I dont miss
always havin to prove Im the best one out there. And I sure as hell dont miss bein
forced to live up to some higher code of universal ethics. A blood like substances

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streams out of the pours of Guys skin. His body morphs as the substance turns
itself into tribal tattoos over his skin. His eyes turn red and his bodys muscle mass
and size increased tremendously.
My Vuldarian powers laced in my genetics. Theyve brought me back from
the brink of death, even during that interplanetary war crap. That and my good
looks make me stand out on my own. The make me more than just another Green
Lantern. Im Guy Gardner. Warrior. He proudly said, Screw the Corps. John looks
at Guy unimpressed by his friends showboat transformation.
Eloquent as always, he sarcastically remarks. He walks passed Guy. Guy
changes back to his human form.
Honest as always, Guy commented. They sat in two front row seats at the
corner, leaving a third one empty in the interior. Heres another piece of truth for
ya. Hals not gonna show. Hes not even human anymore. He died. Hes a ghost.
Literally. Guy retorted.
Your right Guy. A man said in aisle walkway. Guy and John quickly look over
and see Hal Jordan.
These are great seat, Hal said happily. He sits in the empty chair.
Jordan?! Guy said, Where did you--?
Sorry Im late, Hal apologized.
Im just glad you made it, John said happily.
Its been a long time since I did much of anything I used to. I appreciate
the gesture, John. Hal said.
Just want you to know you still have friends. John said.
I do pal. Hal said smiling at his friends kindness.
And acquaintances, Guy added. He turns his head to another section of the
stadium. Hey! Beer guy! he yelled. Hal watches the field. The home teams batter
comes up to the left-handed box.
I used to love baseball. The Coast City Angels were quite a team back in the
day. My dad used to take me and my brothers to every home game. Hal recalled
smiling. I never forgot the Angels motto. Carved into each one of their baseball
bats. He looks up at the sky, Aim for the stars. Suddenly, a middle aged African
American man runs up to Hal.
You! I need to tell you something! he shouted.
Im sorry? Do I know you? Hal asked.
I need to tell you the man hesitated. He grabs Hals hand and kneels
down to him. Im a sinner.
Aw Sheesh. Here we go Guy complained. People all around the stands
began flocking towards Hal, revealing their sins.
Im embezzling money from the office. An elderly man confessed. And I
have been for years.
I lied to my wife. Another man confessed from behind, he get up from his
seat. I committed adultery. His wife glares at him.
What the hell is going on? Guy asked irately. Cant we just enjoy the-His
eyes suddenly widen. I I cheated on my taxes Guy confessed with a guilt ridden
expression. He bends over and begins to cry. Hal quickly gets up from his seat. His
head droops down.
As much as I want to I cant stay here, John. Hal solemnly apologized.
The Spirit of Vengeance It wont give me a break anymore..

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Hal wait. John beg, We can-Hal teleport away before John could finished.
Leaving John behind with a crowd of guilt ridden people ready to confess due to the
power of Aztar, The Spectre and the Spirit of Vengeance.
At the home of Oliver Queen, aka Green Arrow, in Star City, Oliver and Mia
preparing to go out to patrol the city at night.
Hurry it up, Mia. Oliver impatiently said. He is already in his costume and
has all of his gear together. Mia, however is still putting on her outfit.
Just give me another minute. Ive got to get my on before we go play Robin
Hood. She replied to her mentor. You see the spirit gum anywhere? Oliver tilts
hat up with his arrow and chuckled a little.
You remind me of Dinah, you know Mia? he commented. It took her forever
to put on those fishnets and that blonde wi-. The wall behind the crime fighting duo
blows up, incapacitating them. Outside their home, Black Hand barges in to their
house. With a terrified and bewilder expression on his face, he waves his divining
rod around frantically.
Where are you? he asked himself. I know youre here you little the
divining rod senses a strong familiar energy source coming from the behind a door
and begins to make a fast clicking sound to alert his creator.
Ah. He sighed happily. He blasts the door down revealing a stair case
leading down. Black Hand runs down the flight of stairs to Green Arrows secret
base. He looks around the lair.
Youre down here, arent you? the villain said to himself. His devise guides
him to a metal case. His divining rod clicks become extremely loud and fast, the
energy source is discovered.
My power device can sense you. He said to the box. You cant hide. You
cant, he opens the box. Yes. He said with a smile on his face. Yes, you are here.
Oh, God what a beautiful sight. He sticks his right hand in and pulls out a green
lantern ring.
All those years of relying on the ring to provide my weapon with power, he
said while eagerly looking at his new treasure, When I shouldve just taken the ring
itself. An arrow fires off from behind skewers his right hand to the wall, causing him
to drop the ring. He looks over and sees Green Arrow and his sidekick at the
entrance, bows ready to fire at the crook again.
You picked the wrong damn house, Black Hand. Green Arrow said.
Black who? Mia asked.
One of Lanterns old losers, kid. He replied.
Ollie?
Hal?! Green Arrow said surprised of seeing his late friend in his base.
Speak of the devil-
Ive been wanting to come see you. I just hoped it wouldnt be like this. Hal
said.
Hold on, all right. Green Arrow insisted. Lets cuff Black Hand and we can
go talk.
Id like nothing more, Ollie. Hal replied. His eyes darken as he scowls at the
villain. An ethereal energy insignia resembling the Green Lantern symbol appears
behind Hal as he walks towards Black Hand. But thats not Im here for. He
solemnly continued the insignia bursts into green flames around Hal. Within the
green flames of retribution, Hal Jordan transforms into the green cloaked pale spirit
of divine retribution and redemption, the Spectre.

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The Spectre must deliver vengeance. He commanded. The Spectre
extends his hand to the terrified Black Hand.
No the villain quivered.
William Hand. The Spectre said in a cold tone. You let your jealousy of your
familys own success rot your soul. You have stolen that which is not yours.
Countless times, you have attempted to murder friends I care about. All in the name
of gaining recognition form a family that doesnt love you. But in truth, your heart is
as black as coal.
No Please. Black Hand begged. He desperately tries to free his impaled
hand, but to no avail.
Hal? What are you doing? Green Arrow asked with a confuse expression at
his friends changed demeanor. The Spectre kneels down and touches Black Hands
impaled right hand.
Judgment has been passed. The Spectre calmly announced. You will live up
to your name Black Hand. As the Spectre talks, Black Hand looks at his hand
turning in coal and dissipating to the villains horror. He screams in agonizing horror
and by the loss of hand. The Spectre smiles sadistically from Black Hand screams.
Dont move Hal, Green Arrow ordered. He points his bow and arrow at his
friend.
You really think our arrows are going to do anything? Mia asked.
Quiet Mia. Green Arrow fused. Hal looks over at the two, his skin changes
back to its normal color.
Its getting harder to focus, Ollie. Hal said, he looks at Green Arrow with
weak frighten eyes. I Theres something wrong. None of this shouldve happened.
This isnt me. This isnt who I am. Hal said as he fades away in a green cloud.
My h-h-h-h-hand. Wheres my h-h-h? Black Hand asks in shock.
Hes in shock. Mia said, she looks at Black Hands wound. The wound is
cauterized but his hand-
Turned into coal. Green Arrow interjected as he pulled his arrow out of the
wall. The Spectres sadistic sense of humor. But not Hals. He leans down towards
the pile of coal and picks up the ring with his arrow.
What is it, Ollie? Mia asked, What was that all about? Wasnt he, like, one
of your best friends? She helps Black Hand get up on his feet.
Despite it all, Green Arrow answered, He still is. He closes his eyes as he
shows Mia the Green Lantern ring. Hal gave me this ring a long time ago. He said,
In case of emergency break glass. I think the glass has just been broken.
At Guy Gardners bar Warriors in New York City, Guy and John are relaxing
after their earlier incident at the stadium.
You sure you dont want a drink? Guy ask with a beer bottle in his hand,
Its on the house.
Thanks anyway, John politely denied.
At least the Yanks beat the Bosox. Guy commented, Helluva game. John
remains silent, lamenting at how bad Hals time was at the baseball game.
Look, maybe it isnt time for Hal to enjoy life. Think of what he went through.
What he actually did after coast city. Guy said while trying to cheer John up. The
one, true Green Lantern lost all his marbles. John looks up at a statue of Hal
Jordan.
Without him, it just feels like theres something missing. Like the universe is
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You werent active when it went down, John. Guy argued. You werent there
to see it. Hal called himself Parallax, he went on tryin to rewrite history. Kickin our
asses when we got in his way. And then it wasnt a question of has Hal lost it-it was
a question of did he ever even have it?
He had it. John said. He did die saving the planet. He used his power to
reignite the sun.
And now his soul is trapped inside the Spectre. Gods Spirit of Vengeance or
whatever the thing is. Guy continued, Aint exactly a step forward.
So why do you keep this statue up? John asked Guy. You and Hal never-
We never saw eye ta eye. And in case youre looking at history through rosecolored lenses, neither did the both of you. Guy pointed out, he grabs another beer
bottle and pops off the cap. But I know if somethin bad happened. If something
really horrible went down in my lifeHe woulda been there to back me up. You
know what he woulda done if he walked into my bar tonight? Hed pick out the most
beautiful woman in the place, and in minutes have her wrapped around his finger
like that ring of his. His eyes droop down and his smile fades away. You were right,
John. Hal was never afraid. He admitted as he chugs down his beverage.
Whatever lets call it a nigh-. Guy falls down on his knees clenching his chest,
groan in pain. John looks at his friends state.
Guy? he asked, What is it?
Skins on fire. Guy replied, sweat begins to pour down on his face. John
Get. Out! He screamed as his body bubbles and morphs, Hurry! Guys arms
turn into guns, energy pours out of his eyes and mouth.
Guy?! John yelled. He activates his ring, changing into his Green Lantern
uniform. A gun forms out of Guys back, pointing at John. It fires an energy blast at
the Lantern, sending him far away from Guy. Guys body explodes with orange
energy, decimating the bar and the surrounding area within seconds in a huge fiery
explosion.
Fifteen thousand feet above the coast of northern California, an air plane
soars over the cloudy sky.
I dont know about this. The co-pilot said. You sure its safe to fly over the
radiation is-
There isnt any. The pilot said, Still hard to imagine though. Seven million
died when coast city was destroyed by that alien, Mongul or whatever. The co-pilot
looked at the supposed remains of the destroyed city as his partner continues
talking. It was just a big crater until that haven settled-
It was destroyed? the co-pilot interrupted, Then what the hell is that?
What are you-? the pilot said as he looks down. He sees no crater, but the
roads and a building where Coast City used to be. Omigod. He said in disbelief.
Coast City has return.
At Belle Reve prison in Terrrebonne Parish, Louisiana, panic ensue amongst
the staff.
Lock Down! Now! the warden screamed in the intercom. Several doctors
along with a few prison guards rushed a prison guard to the ER on a stretcher. The
police guard with a terrified expression twitches and babbles repeatedly.
And he know. He knows. He knows. He babbled.
Theres zero brain activity but hes still awake. Babbling. One of the doctors
said.
What the hell did he do to him? another doctor asked.

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Thats just it. The first doctor explained. Hammond never moves. He
doesnt even blink. He just he sits here. He thinks. In solitary confinement,
Hector Hammond sits in his chair, appearing brain dead to all who couldnt hear
thoughts.
Mr. Rayner brought back a story from space. He jovial thought, Im
listening Im listening for you. Sing for me, Kyle. Sing me a song of fear. Laughter
fills his cell as he makes the people near him laugh for him.
In Watchtower, Martian Manhunter, Doctor Mid-Nite, and Batman are
attempting to heal Guy Gardner. Guy is place on a high-tech operation table. His
organs and bones exposed, poking and hanging out of his body. His screams fill the
med room. Martian Manhunter places his hand on Guys shoulder.
I am going to shut down his pain centers. Martian Manhunter said to the
others.
I think itd be best if you just render him unconscious, Jonn. Batman said
calmly.
No, you son-of-a. Guy argued, but his mind lose consciousness before he
could complete his insult.
Done. Martian Manhunter told the duo.
What do you see, Doctor Mid-Nite? Batman asked with his arms crossed.
Doctor Mid-Nite looks at the monitor showing him Guys internal readings. He looks
at Batman.
His bodys rejecting itself. Doctor Mid-Nite explained. His organs are
twisting around inside. His shape-shifting physiology its fighting with him. Hes
barely stable, but whatever Guy Gardners dealing with isnt over. I think itd be best
if I bring Mr. Terrific up here for assistance. Batman leaves the med room and
enters the command room.
Youre sure youre all right, John? Superman asked.
My ring caught the brunt of the explosion, Superman. John explained.
And you dont know why-? Superman asked.
Guy just erupted. Unleashed a massive amount of fire power. John quickly
answered while rubbing his temples. Batman stares at one of the windows looking
at the Earth.
Wonder Woman. He said, Whats the situation?
The areas quarantined for now. Wonder Woman said as she surveys the
wreckage. Alongside her is a couple other members of the League. Metamorpho
hasnt been able to find traces of any explosive or toxic element. The Justice Society
is were as well and she continued as she picked up the head from one of the
larger statues. Alan Scott and Jade found something odd. Everything in the bar was
destroyed, save for one statue, Batman. She heads deeper into the wreckage. A
statue of Hal Jordan. She finished as she sees the statue with her own eyes. Its
completely intact. Upon hearing the information Batman glares out at the Earth.
Im worried about this, Jennie. Alan Scott said to his daughter Jennifer, aka
Jade. Hal tried his best to change the nature of the Spectre... Hes tried to prove
himself again and again The earth starts to spin around him. But they wont
ever forgive him will they? he finished, he places his hand on his head.
Dad? Jade ask noticing his condition, dad, are you all right?
Nothing to worry about. Alan said in a reassured tone.
In Coast City, a blur races across the area, the Flash.
Hey Batman. The Flash said in his communicator. Weve got something
weird on the west coast too. He said as he passes several road signs. Those

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reports about Coast City, they werent that far off. I mean its not back, but the
Haven commune that was here, it well, its gone.
And Coast City? Batman asked.
Roads. Street signs. Stoplights. Its like a blueprint. But theres only one
building. He elaborated. He zips across a highway and turns right.
22 Sea View? Batman guessed.
Yeah. The Flash replied as he stops in front of the building. Aquaman is
already at the site. Does that mean anything? he asked Batman. He turns to
Aquaman Aquaman?
It does to me, Flash he replied.
Me too. Superman said in the Watchtower.
I remember. John recalled, Its-
His address. Batman finished, Its Hal Jordans old apartment building.
You dont think Hal Did this do you? Flash asked.
Yes, Flash I do. He said, And you of all people shouldnt be surprised.
Back in the Watchtower, Batman turns to Superman and Martian Manhunter.
Coast City. Guy Gardner. Could the warning signs be any clearer? Batman
said. Im beginning to suspect that Hals whole jump from Parallax to the Spectre
was part of a bigger plan. He had power as Parallax, but as the Spectre, if he can
tame the Spirit of Vengeance, his eyes scowl as he piece the puzzle to his
perspective. Hell be close to unstoppable.
I find it unlikely Hal was searching for more power. He was search for
redemption. Martian Manhunter argued. Hes changed since his days as Parallax.
I dont think Hal Jordan ever changed, Jonn. Batman said, he clenches his
fists. Hal always had an ego. He never worried when things came crashing down.
He never prepared. He just flew in-damn the consequences. He seethed with anger
as he continued on, We shouldve known back then a man like him couldnt be
trusted. A man like him-
Enough! John shouted.
What? Batman said.
John-. Superman said trying to defuse the situation.
No. John said to Superman, Im tired of this. Im tired of the disrespect
Batman slings Hals way. He illuminates the room with his ring, leaving no shadow
for even Batman to use. Youve always had a thing against him, havent you? I
finally see why. Hal is the one person in this world that didnt buy what youre
selling. He looks at Batman dead in the eyes with no fear.
Hal was the man without fear. And what is The Batman when youre not
afraid of him? He asked rhetorically, Just a man.
Rein it in, John. Green Arrow said as he enters the room. As much as I hate
to see it, or even admit it, Hal isnt the same guy we used to know. I just saw him.
He severed a mans hand. He said None of this should have happened. I dont
know what he means but-. He sees Guys mangled body. Good God, is that mess
Gardner? He asked in shock. Batman looks over at John with a stoic yet confident
look on his face.
This is strike three. Face facts, John. Batman told him. The real Hal Jordan
is back. And hes bringing the past with him.
In Ferris Aircraft, Carol leans against one of the old planes. She looks at the
discarded planes morning everything she has lost the past decade. The planes
shake and then the entire area. Carol gets up.

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What--? she said. Around her Ferris Aircraft restores itself back ten years
ago. She looks around the restored company. Hal? she said.
Hello Carol. Hal greeted his former lover.