On New Year's Eve, Ellie dared Aunt Nancy to stay up until midnight. About an hour before midnight, a very loud knock was heard on the oak door. Ellie exchanged glances with Aunt Nancy. They ran downstairs to open the door. It was Iron Wing and Lightning Strike!

 "What is it, guys?" Ellie asked worriedly. 

Iron Wing said, "It's your parents. They're alive."