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Post by Pitman on Jul 26, 2013 0:24:09 GMT -6
"Ah yes nano machines, though still in development as we attempt improvements, we rely on multiple ways to help humanity. They have to be programed accordingly to their uses and at times are one use sometimes. Currently its limited to a degree though we have been attempting to advance such things. Here let us show you the examples on the screen.", Ambassador soon replied.
Soon came up medical uses, to changing various shapes of objects from a compact into original form, and various enhancements that could be done to certain object to a degree.
During all this Corann Rabona continue to look calm, and showing no emotion during all this. He noticed the Ambassador from the aliens looked at him for a moment but couldn't tell if he was interested or not. Was an nearly century old man a rarity for their people? Due to medical advancements allowed him to live this long.
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Post by Richter on Jul 26, 2013 0:55:14 GMT -6
The diplomat from the Iltruskar gave a nod to the Chairman when their eyes met, trying to size him up in turn. Usually humans showed much more emotion and body language, but this one seemed very calm. The Kelp had no custom about staring being impolite, and no one had yet made mention of such a thing to them. So it might seem like he was trying to stare the man down, when really, Mirchial was merely trying to gauge what this nobleman thought of them.
But the video display on nanomachines drew his attention soon enough, and that all but absorbed him in seeing what they could do for a subject.
Remarkable...
"How quickly do these machines work, if I may ask? And do you suppose they could be made of use outside the fields of engineering and medicine?" The alien also asked. It seemed he was holding something back. Some of the more canny people here might put two and two together, and realize the question not being asked was 'can these be weaponized'. In favor of not seeming like warmongers he wouldn't bring that up however; but he was a soldier, and naturally that was on his mind.
"Furthermore I would like to know to what extent damage to vital organs may be repaired to prevent fatality...and if there is permanent disability attached?" What was also clear was that he was extremely interested in this sort of technology and its, quite rightly gauged, wide range of possible uses.
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Post by Pitman on Jul 27, 2013 3:06:14 GMT -6
To answer this to everyone's surprise the Chairman Corann Rabona answered this question, "If you mean to weaponize, then yes and already to some degree has been done. For example My grandson's House, House Avenor have developed ways to use bladed weapons into cubes then take back the shape of the blade or weapon. Of course it is limited, medical purposes have a time limit depending on the situation. There have been other forms using artificially created cells to help in the process as well. Other have been other ways it has been used, for example it helps during terraforming planets when we need to use it. Before you go you will not use it to weaponize, I am old and know how everyone thinks even if its for simple self defense. I lived almost a century now thanks to our medical advancements, but centuries ago we lived and died short lives due to the nature of exploration the universe. There has been disabilities that happened especially in certain areas which are extremely sensitive, So you know I am alright if you need to do such things simply because it is in all nature of all cultures. We fight not because we want to we do it to either survive, to maintain peace, or of course use it for our own ends."
Everyone on the Rabona Group were silent as their chairman spoke, he though a century old became extremely well known who managed to get the conglomerate to the place it is. Even as the Empire itself was full of tension, he ran it like he always has done.
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"A Spy? Are you sure?!", Garlan then asked.
"Yes, the way they been striking ever since the terrorist attack on Haitai, is too well organized to know our positions so well. Other reports specifically areas have been target of planets of interest. It is unknown why but regions where certain devices that have been found been targeted.", Rabul then stated.
"Well what will we do then? Allow our comrades to die?!!", Garlan then replied.
"No we have another idea in mind, something else that could help us.", Rabul then replied.
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Post by Richter on Jul 27, 2013 4:04:02 GMT -6
The Chairman answering him directly came as a shock to Mirchial, who had assumed the man was only here for a role of observation. His mind was rigidly structured to see all things as happening in castes, and this man was clearly near the top, the hierarch of his house. To have him personally chiming in was an honor...or it meant grave offense. Either way the Kelp seemed humbled, posture drooping slightly like a sunflower gone a day too long without water.
"You must forgive my insinuations, we did not mean to make little of your House's accomplishments by turning them into mere weapons..." He thought of how to salvage this. "Self defense is something that we value highly, being a species all too used to be put at the doorstep of misfortune and potential extinction. Anything that we can use to save ourselves is widely coveted. Life is precious, as you surely understand, and that is why we sought such information for uses in medicine and construction foremost with the rest being merely an afterthought."
Which was true. You could kill someone with anything, saving people with much more valuable.
"For now our interests in that topic are sated, and in doing so you touched upon another that my people's leaders specifically requested we look into. I was, once again, informed your house specializes in technology in terraforming...which is perhaps something we value even higher." The alien started off saying, regaining his composure. Before continuing he pointed towards the windows overlooking the planet, backing up the points he was about to make. "My people have immense trouble adapting planets to fit our unique needs as aquatic entities, and our own advances can only do so much. I would like to know more about how your people undergo these procedures if that is permissible."
"Or, if it would please your board of directors more I can begin to relay the types of things that the Hierarchy can offer in return beforehand. I do not want to give the impression that we are making demands, and withhold what we bring to the table back." In case they were interested in that Mirchial once again began to type away on his wrist-mounted computer and bring up those files.
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Post by Pitman on Jul 27, 2013 4:34:04 GMT -6
"That is what I understand and you shown greater interest in the others then the second. Our House has done much but even now there is so much we can do, we at least try. As terraforming, Ambassador Releves Dillion please go on and forgive an old man like this to parade on your show.", Corann soon said with a small chuckle with the other soon chuckle a tad.
"No problem chairman, it is your family conglomerate. Now for terraforming, yes we can make planet be able to use water as long as we have the required materials. It is very costly, normally only Nobles and Imperial Governmental Grants who wish a planet to be changed can do so. We could easily turn a planet into a full aquatic world within a year for a large world or four months in small moon type. Though the actual process is only done in a mere month for the small or 3 for a large planet. We do so to study and if the process was completely success before we know so. Using various molecules, nano machines, and specialized equipment it can be done. But as stated to gather all of the materials is expensive, and maintain the equipment.
As for requests, please show us anything you believe can help us in our current research. This is of course a fair trade agreement between both parties and it will be interesting what you can offer.", Ambassador Releves soon said.
Of course, to Rabona Group this was a once in a lifetime achievement. All advancements they gain will help show their corporate power and would not only be used against likes of the Imperials but more importantly the likes of Duke Awdr Evaris who controls the Neo Imperia Party in his attempts to make his House the uncontested Duchy of the West and foundation of a Sixth great power.
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"Oh and what that will be, I am interested in what you have to say.", Garlan stated in a sarcastic manner.
"Quite simple, we talk to the Chairman directly and more importantly...", Rabul was saying til Garlan figured it out.
"Oh wait wait wait!! Hold on that thought!! Are you crazy, allowing an unknown force to help us is not a good idea!! I.. think.", Garlan then finished.
"I have same sentiments Lieutenant, but the Director is crazy enough to do it. Ever since the death of Gen Avenor your sister has not been the same. Truth be told she loved Gen Avenor with all her heart. With the Reformist movement mostly now either dead or captured by the Imperials our power base is gone. Caliburn is slowly dying, Duchy Alliance is marching towards war, and more importantly Blackguard have been moving that we cannot track all their movements. Who ever has been backing them up has to be rich. Gransela, or the others it doesn't matter. For now our forces who already spread thin is slowly dwindling. If we can get into contact with this aliens who knows what technology they might have. A way for us to defend humanity, and at the same time build a bridge with another alien race that will not threaten us.", Rebul finished.
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Post by Richter on Jul 27, 2013 5:11:49 GMT -6
Mirchial respectably let the chairman bow out of the conversation and didn't push the prior topic any further. It wouldn't leave his mind though, that was certain.
But in the short term he forgot it pretty quickly upon hearing just how fast these people were able to terraform a planet. It was almost miraculously fast compared to how they did it. The Plant delegation all looked between themselves and exchanged hushed voices, the Iltruskari dialect garbled in such a liquid medium. Apparently it worked just fine for them, but sounded utterly guttural to other bystanders. Eventually the xeno leader would rejoin the conversation.
"It can truly be done in under a year's time? Could you be more specific in how the process is completed?" Mirchial asked, going on to explain how his people did it. "Our procedure involves first descending to the surface of a planet and capping several large craters, which are then flooded with water and used to house the first wave of colonists. These early cities are used to establish industry and output gases such as CO2 in the atmosphere to thicken and stabilize it to the point a water cycle is possible. At this point a small fleet of ships is used to drag asteroids of ice from the system's edges to be dropped into the atmosphere, allowing them to melt and the latent moisture form the basis for the water table. After about three months the first rivers and lakes will form, with oceans and ground water following sometime later..."
The process was definitely a lot less efficient, that was for sure. It was probably similar to how humanity used to do it, in the old days. But these people needed a hell of a lot more water to go around. It's important to note that it would take a few years to make a sufficient atmosphere the way they did it, the 3 months part was only for the last leg of the race.
"We can synthesize water as well as your people can air for use in space, but it is uneconomical to do on a grand scale...as I am without doubt you can understand. I assume your processes using these nanites make the task significantly more efficient?"
While waiting for the ambassador to answer he would continue right along and offer his own information up now.
"It is my understanding humanity makes wide use of plastics in several major fields. My species have gone beyond any specimen of human constructed plastic that we had ever seen. Metal, even the strongest types, will eventually corrode in water. Or rust, or otherwise become undependable. Plastics suffer no such problems and in addition is both lighter and more flexible to allow greater mobility on land and, especially, underwater...it should come as no surprise we have put significant study into advanced plastics." He would stop and looked between the assembled group, making sure they seemed interested in what he had to say. "Our diplomat to the Imperials wore an armored pressure suit made of the material we merely call 'duraplas' in your tongue. Or, ultra durable plastic. I took the liberty of bringing a copy here that I am willing to show your delegation if a physical example would help the negotiations to proceed."
"In addition, we have made significant and fundamental leaps in the fields of aquaculture and domestication of undersea animal life. Human worlds tend to contain large swathes of ocean like our own I was briefed, we could trade our techniques and specimens we use for food. This would allow for much greater agricultural output across all of your planets." Knowing these men were businessfolk, he slyly added in one final thing to swing them around. "The introduction of entirely new foods into the market would surely bring in significant funding to your house, whom would be the first to receive such boons."
"I could upload a few sanitized datafeeds on this information if a computer is provided."
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Post by Pitman on Jul 27, 2013 5:41:07 GMT -6
Meanwhile
"But sir to do so can be considered tr-", Garlan was about to say only for the Captain's Cabin's intercom to sound off.
"Captain we have an emergency signal!! Its on all channels across the Empire!!", the communications officer reported.
"What?!! Coming yo the bridge over and out.", Rebul soon said as he got up.
"So I guess we will finish this later then?", Garlan soon said.
"Obviously lets see what the big message is.", Rebul soon said.
At the meeting
"Of course we used to it it exactly that way a long time ago as well. Though due to various advancements we in fact change the atmosphere using various machines put on the planet first. With that we artificially create such perfect way to bring the way we want the planet. As well nano machines help accelerate the process to do so. In fact its only recently in the last sixteen years we have managed to streamline this process. Before it would of taken a decade to do so, its just this new process is as stated expensive takes up a lot of materials and entire fleet of ships to help in the process. As for your plastics, that does sound very interesting. Especially for suits, and even power armors we use... our current predicament for them is their mostly bulky. As well their slow use very large parts to use them. For both military and construction, because that they are hard to take off at times especially for someone injured.
The agriculture would defiantly be one of our interests. In fact one of our contracts is that of the Duchy of Aurlia who field large portions of food across the Empire. Without them parts of the Empire could have food shortages.... as for your computer yes we shall grant you one.", the Ambassador soon said with a nod to another servant who promptly begin to get data pads for the Iltruskar and begin to connect it to the main screen that soon popped up.
But during the boot up the system quickly went into a emergency Empire wide broadcast across the Empire which caught everyone off guard.
"What in the world?!", the Ambassador soon said.
Kathrine's communicator soon went up as she answered with her going, "What?!! Is this true?!!"
On ASF Rhiannon during this Captain Rebul and Lieutenant Garlan were watching intently at the broadcast all silence in the bridge.
Broadcast (Copied from the INN)
An immaculately dressed man and woman appeared on the INN emergency broadcast. Each had the same soulless smile that came from long years of cosmetic treatment. They cut to the woman primarily.
"This is breaking news. The Empress Cirenia has been murdered by a traitor to the Imperial cause. We've received word the traitor has been identified as Marquis Patriel Sarcanu-" Just then she got a new report on her ear piece. "We've just received news that Patriel Sarcanus was no longer the Marquis of House Sarcanus. His brother Mica Sarcanus assuming the position."
The camera cut to the male broadcaster. "We have some security camera footage. Be advised the video is quite shocking."
The feed cut to Patriel standing before Cirenia with a gun pointed at her. The camera situated at an angle that showed both their faces, but did little to give away Cirenia's expression.
"Empress Cirenia. For your crimes against humanity. I hereby judge you." Patriel said, looking to Cirenia, whose eyes were tearing up. The briefest smile appeared on her features just before the shot went off. "I have executed the false Empress."
"House Sarcanus refused to comment on how and why this occurred. Many are speculating on whether charges will be levied against House Sarcanus. However that has taken a backseat as this shocking revelation was made shortly after." The broadcaster said with as much charisma as his false face could muster. The image cut to a video of Femyael seated at the throne in the Assassin's Order temple. Before her a host of Imperial Troops and Assassins alike.
"I am Femyael, you know me as Cirenia's bodyguard, but in truth I am her sister. As Vice Admiral Ceren was the late Emperor's brother. As such, I am in line to succeed my sister, as the Empress." She bellowed to all those in the hall and out into the Empire as the broadcast aired.
The broadcasters made idle speculation. But none of it was any free thinking speculation. Just generic conversation that took no real stance on anything. INN established by the Emperor to be a neutral grounds for news left little for the opinions of the broadcasters or operators of the network.
"What in the world?!! What does this mean?!! Could it mean war? War Averted?!", one of the board of directors soon said.
"It could mean some Imperials might take advantage of the situation!!", another stated.
"Damn I hoped there wouldn't be a war it would be bad for business, especially for us.", another said.
"Oh all of you shut up!!", Kathrine soon said with authority, which everyone went silent.
"Calm down and let the chairman think of this situation.", Kathrine then said with all eyes on Chairman.
"Hrmm the last time this happened was I believe a long time ago. No war started and business continued as usual... but in this case. With what has occurred could have a different result. As if it maybe for now our meeting takes priority then the current things going on the Empire. Business will go as usual now everyone back to your seats. Sorry about that reaction it is not every day this happens in the Empire.", Corann soon said calmly.
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Post by Richter on Jul 27, 2013 13:09:13 GMT -6
The alien commander seemed pleased that the directors realized the potentials of what they had to offer so readily. They were good offers to be sure, that could potentially revolutionize things just as much as what the Kelp wanted in turn.
"Perhaps my party could be shown a video of this planetary progress throughout its completion, supposing one is available? I would like to see for myself the results, as it were." After making that one remark in regards to Releves' new information he went back to describing what the Hierarchy could do for Rabona.
"Our power armored makes heavy use of these materials in addition, your analysis is spot on. Ocean going vessels also benefit highly, supposing those are still in use, in addition to seaborne resource extraction operations. When bonded to ceramics, more possibilities open as well." Being that the Xulran was wearing said power armor he would hold up a hand and wiggle all of his fingers and thumbs, having two of the latter on each hand. The main of the glove seemed to be metal, and closer inspection now that the eye was called to it, showed that the knuckle down to the digits was made of a dark and opaque plastic material that didn't shine in the least. "While lighter than metal counterparts speed will likely still be an issue considering human physique and load bearing capability."
It showed he was a military man in their culture, having a deep breadth of knowledge on that particular topic. Agriculture less so, it was likely he was briefed specifically on that before coming here, and was probably reviewing it with his computer before presenting it.
"We hear much of that house and realize they are very far away, in such a case blockades or interruptions in supply even in the short term are possible and potentially disasters. What we offer could allow your house and any vassals to potentially compete in the ration market and ease the burden on Aurilia in the process. If there is sufficient interest, we are willing to trade finished food products directly in addition..."
When the computer came out a cable was popped from the xeno's wrist computer, and taken to plug into the side of it. But when the broadcast came on he stopped, and the entire Kelp group stared at the news broadcast with shock. Not only at the news, but the blunder of them seeing it unedited.
This unfortunate species is to know no rest it would seem. The chaotic mess that is their state truly boggles the mind to contemplate.
There was absolutely no hiding the fact that the Iltruskari were talking amongst themselves about it in whispers, honestly not sure what to do. Did this mean things were resolved? Civil war? Were they in more danger? Kathrine calling the group back to order silenced them, too, prompting their leader to try and ease the tense situation.
"Considering the situation, and the unexpected turn of events therein...we are willing to put the negotiation on hold for the time being and return later, so that your people can decide as a whole how best to deal with what has occurred. Time is often a precious commodity and to react swiftly to uncertainty is typically a boon..." The Chairman was just as much the focus of the Aliens as his own people. "If you wish to proceed on course we are also willing to oblige, however, and allow me to show you what I had wanted before making such a choice."
Now he went ahead and hooked his armor's computer system to the datapads provided. Several technical readouts were offered for several types of plastic they had offered and its strength, the kinds of heats and kinetic damages it could reliably withstand, and several pictures of it in use. Along with that came nutritional reports of the foodstuffs they had in mind to try and trade, and what kind of environment they needed. Traditionally aquaculture took place on the continental shelf. It looked like what the Kelp had were things that could even be grown in the deep sea to maximize soil usage across an entire planet's surface. Everything given was just a taste, much too vague to reverse engineer just in case.
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Post by Pitman on Jul 28, 2013 4:58:10 GMT -6
As those in the Broad of Directors silenced to see their process in work, though vague looked to be very promising in advancements for agriculture for the human race. As they all observed it, the Chairman was in thought how to proceed next.
After the showing was done Corann Rabona soon says, "I believe we can recess a bit for the day, as these talks we are not truly in a hurry. With recent events I suggest we continue tomorrow. We have prepared your own rooms for your uses as well. You also will have mostly free reign on the station as long as you don't go down to the planet, a Precautionary measure of course. Please bare in mind not everyone is used to your species as of yet and some might be curious."
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"So what is going to happen now?", Garlan soon asked the Captain.
"I am not sure, for now we cannot do much and wouldn't recommend heading back to Southeastern Region yet. The conference is still about to begin today I believe. For now we will try to get into contact with the Head of the House of Rabona, that is our job for now.", Rebul soon said nonchalantly on his Captain's seat.
"Right tell me when I have to go, for now I will be in the ready room.", Garlan then replied heading back to his quarters.
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Post by Richter on Jul 28, 2013 7:30:58 GMT -6
"A recess is acceptable, that will allow us time to report our progress to the Hierarchy as well. We shall graciously take you up on your offer, and can be assured that no trouble will arise of our own doing." That final sentence was an important note, being that trouble seemed to be all that happened anymore. Suffice to say, they wouldn't be going out of their way to start nonsense.
Since they would be leaving the group of Iltruskari replaced their armor, plates clicking together to maintain a watertight seal before the helmet was replaced last. It was an interesting process to watch, these suits were constructed like the hull of a vessel; naval or otherwise. Each section was compartmentalize to slow depressurization and atmosphere leaks in battles. Once resuited they stood from the table and exited the tank. Scant chatter between the soldiers betrayed their interest in being able to look around unabated. A rare opportunity was presented.
"I trust we shall be guided to our quarters?"
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Post by Pitman on Jul 29, 2013 3:55:39 GMT -6
"Yes of course, please this way.", one of the directors soon said as the lead servant came up, bowed and lead them back through the doors towards their section of the station.
As they were lead the servant began to talk to them in an courtly manner.
"We have been hard at work to creation an entire section of the station to your species. Your rooms will be connected each other with water, only when you exit the section you must wear your suit. Please bare in mind if anything you need please do not hesitate to ask.", the servant soon said leading through the various corridors towards another elevator to lead to their section.
"As well we have uploaded a map of the area, into sanitized waterproof data pads. More information of this planet and current ways also are uploaded into the system.", the servant then said til they arrived to the floor they wish which was lead to a glass wall with water filled in.
"You may take any rooms you wish we made plenty, available, as well the current civilian broadcast across the empire is connected to all rooms. As well there is a recreation room and good view of the planet for each rooms. The Rooms as well change in color and way once in a while, to show much of human art though not the actual arts. Thank you for coming to Rerilia, we do hope you enjoy your stay my lord.", the servant said with a bow which she soon moved her hand toward the opening.
If anyone notice one could tell she was completely a servant, even though Rabona Group was a corporate world even classes existed in humanity. The common, the noble, and the wealthy.
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"So you want me to head to the station now?", Garlan soon asked as time passed by waiting.
"Yes I am sending you, as I can trust you on this mission. Talk to Corann Rabona, please give him the message from the Director.", Rebul soon said in the ready room.
"Alright.. alright... I will get into my uniform. Though I will stick out compared to all these corporate underlings.", Garlan soon said as he accepted the datapad and began to get ready.
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Post by Richter on Jul 29, 2013 6:15:45 GMT -6
The plant entourage curtly fell into stride behind the servant tasked with guiding them. They all made sure to memorize the station's interior just in case they were expected to get back on their own next time...or in the case of an emergency. Never hurt to be prepared for anything after all. That said they politely listened to what the servant had to say even if she was of a 'lower class'. While the caste system the Iltruskari had definitely placed some people above others, what wasn't lost on any of them was that they were all working for a common goal. Someone who frivolously abused their position at the top would be swiftly removed, likely replaced by someone 'lesser' better able to fill the role. It made them well suited to dealing with people the brass of the Empire would generally consider not worth the time of day...though for now they had not considered that implication, feudal politics still fresh in the mind.
"Thank you for your assistance in guiding us, it is well appreciated. We shall make ourselves at home now. Kindly give our regards to your..." Mirchial began but stopped, not sure what to say to refer to 'person above you in rank "...ranking superior for the accommodations." In the end he just fell back on military terms. Fairly universal.
With marked caution they went one by one into the flooded rooms and tested the water, and once again after finding it save, began to remove the heavy gear. Since they'd be staying here, they freed themselves of it completely this time and spread out to explore the quarters they had been given.
(Remarkable how quickly they adapted to suit our needs.) One of Mirchial's soldiers commented, taking a seat in front of a television in the rec room. It took a few minutes of finagling but he eventually got it on and began to view the channels.
(Their kind are very adept at meeting any challenges placed before them, I come to believe.) The leader replied, glancing at the shows with disinterest.
(Do you think we shall be safe here?) Another Kelp inquired, soon coming in to join the rest.
(I trust that they will do their best to see to it. What I cannot tell you is if it shall be enough. For now we rest, and can set rotation later if need be. Enjoy yourselves.)
With that order given the group began to help themselves to the datapads and daytime television selection. Most of them only knowing smatterings of human languages, that was sure to be a fun effort for everyone involved. The Xulran did not join them, and instead went to one of the windows overlooking the planet and gazed out upon it, and the ships in orbit.
I wonder what this assassination will mean for their species? Maybe I can find the Captain of that vessel and inquire...
While pondering on that he looked over the data provided on Rerilia to sate his curiosity.
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Post by Pitman on Jul 31, 2013 3:56:41 GMT -6
As Captain Kathrine was walking down a corridor planning to head to her next destination she was soon stopped from someone yelling her name in the crowd.
"Hey Captain, may I have a word with you?", Dr. Ginju soon asked he walked towards her.
"Oh great, I can take a guess already...", Kathrine soon said with a sigh.
"Of course, so I talked to some of the Directors and..", Ginju was saying only to be interrupted by Kathrine, "You do now their guests and not a lab experiment."
"Of course I know that I just wish to observe them in their natural habitat, with me in the tank watching it personally... they said as long as I am careful.", Ginju was saying til Kathrine then says, "Careful is not the problem, the problem is you risking potential harm for future, endeavors..."
"They said yes you know, as long you come a long that is.", Ginju soon said who left his captain speechless.
"Now whe- err wha- What?!!", Kathrine managed to yell out in the large area as various people continued walking only to notice her yell.
"They said it was ok!! With you supervising they feel I wouldn't go to far.", Ginju managed to say.
During their talk someone in the crowd which many people were staring was walking towards their direction. From the way his uniform was one could easily tell that was an Aurlian uniform. As he was passing by he soon noticed both Kathrine and Ginju talking then goes up to them.
"Captain Kathrine Rarlaria and Dr. Ginju, I believe?", Garlan soon asked.
"Err... yes?", Dr. Ginju soon turned to see the young Lietuenant who came up to them.
"You may have not heard of me, but I have heard of both of her, even mentioned in some of the Aurlian Star Academy days. I am Lieutenant Garlan Ashburn, second in command of the ASF Rhiannon's Arawn Squadron, under the command of Star Commander Rebul Uralulu-Urazuzu, Captain of the ASF Rhiannon.", Garlan soon said which surprised both of the Darwin crew members.
"Ah so you were the ones who managed to save us back there. I have to give my thanks on behalf of my crew.", Kathrine managed to reply with Ginju then going, "Ashburn? As in... House Ashburn?"
"Err yes, why?", Garlan managed to ask.
"Oh nothing much just I knew your elder sister during the old academy days, til she left with Gen Avenor to the Academia Supremus. See back then I was a teacher for science for a bit.", Ginju managed to say.
"Ah your the eccentric Doctor then?", Garlan then asked.
"Yes, I was though I have been in the frontier in the last decade, as you can see. I do hope your sister is well? I heard what happened to Marquis Gen Avenor, so likely it would of hurt her the most.", Ginju said his condolences which then Garlan nodded.
"I will tell her when I get a chance, anyways I have to be going. I have a message for the Chairman form my superior officer. Good day.", Garlan then said as he soon walked off.
"Such a young boy of his age... it is sad that his parents were killed so long ago thanks to some radical republicans.", Ginju commented which Kathrine soon caught.
"What? Last I checked Republicans were mostly either forced into hiding or just gave up trying.", Kathrine then said.
"True, but not all of them died as you know. Anyways no time for that!! We must make haste and I must begin my research!!", Ginju shouted as he started heading towards the section where the Iltruskar would be at.
"Hey wait the fucking minute Ginju!", Kathrine soon shouted trying to get him not to do it.
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"And that is why we are here.", Kathrine managed to say to the Kelp well she and Ginju were in their suits.
"Yes please do not be alarmed, just be normal as you usually do!! I just want to record how you live in a normal manner!", Ginju managed to say which a smack to the back of his helmet from Kathrine.
"Forgive my friend, he has always been like this since we were children.", Kathrine apologized.
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Post by Richter on Jul 31, 2013 4:36:14 GMT -6
Pretty much all of the Kelp were arrayed around their chambers and watching the two of them. What they were feeling was extremely hard to read, but it looked to be some mixture of confusion and amusement. It should be noted only five of them were actually in the flooded section of the room, the sixth was suited up and on guard duty by the door.
"We value security highly." Mirchial had reminded the two after they had entered, and gave it no thought beyond that.
The group...didn't seem to mind too much, but it was certainly pretty damn odd.
"Your request is strange, although we understand why you wish to do so...and we value your honesty in openly asking for our permission." The Xulran told them.
"Yes, we were suspicious that cameras in the room were keeping an eye on us for similar purposes this whole time." One of the soldiers added on at the end. Mirchial had introduced that one as Telwmin. This Plant actually happened to be one of the Endrunkari; the river dwellers. Apparently the two of them were good friends, and the ruddy brown Kelp was the leader of this security detail he had. They weren't sure if he was on the ship during their first contact thanks to the suits and all, but now it was clearly evident that this particular Kelp was not the same as the rest.
"But this is far from our natural habitat as you can suspect. While the arrangements are pleasant it does not provide the same comfort as home...yet, if it shall aid your studies, you may stay here for the time being. The rest of us are certainly curious to see how your people act in turn." The lead alien announced, amazingly, letting this crazy plan of the doctor's go through.
"But I trust there will be no tricks, or the repercussions will be suitably dire." Came a final warning at the end, though Mirchial didn't really think it would come to that. They seemed trustworthy enough...for now. In truth this thing only went down because Kathrine and he had met before, otherwise he'd be out the door instantly.
With the admiral's word on the matter settling things the Iltruskari went back to what they were doing. Two were watching TV, one was maintaining his rifle, one was on guard, Telwmin went back to reading over information on the planet...while Mirchial sat the both of them down to talk.
"It is fortunate you arrived Captain, I was going to go and look for you myself. Doctor, you may do as you wish within reason. I would like to speak to Kathrine now if that is acceptable to the both of you." Finally was his request after everything else.
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Post by Pitman on Aug 4, 2013 3:45:51 GMT -6
"Do not worry he will simply be watching, I do hope that is all he is doing.". Kathrine said giving an eye toward Ginju who smiled and put his head behind his back.
"Yes yes no touchy only watchy, got it Kathy.", Ginju soon said which Kathrine kicked his foot when he did so.
"I said to call me captain now!!", Kathrine soon said with Ginju then replying, "Ok Ok I got it Captain!!"
With that Ginju left Kathrine to Mirchial who then took out a waterproof camera drone which followed him around. Using his datapad he began to look at the Iltruskar well writing on his datapad observing them closely.
Meanwhile Kathrine turned to Mirchial who she began to follow then asks, "So what you wish to talk about?"
Meanwhile, At the Chairman's Office
"Chairman you have a visitor who wishes to see you.", his secretary soon said from an intercom.
"Oh who is it?", Corann soon asked.
"It is Lieutenant Ashburn from the ASF Rhiannon.", the secretary then replied.
"Oh good, bring him in please.", Corann replied.
Soon the door hissed open as a young man in Aurlian uniform entered the office.
"My Lord, sorry for the intrusion, I do hope I didn't come at a bad time.", Garlan soon said with a salute.
"Not at all, I was expecting one of you to show up.", the chairman said who then prompted to offer a seat.
"Of course, a report on your current troubles is in order. Oh course other matters as well.", Garlan said as he sat down before the chairman's large desk.
"Now let us get down to business.", the Chairman stated.
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