Dragon_God
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- RP Date
- YE 40
- RP Location
- Xuno | Kyrok City
===== Winter | 06:00 | Xuno, Kyrok =====
At the Kyrok Naval Base on the outer skirts of Kyrok, in the middle of the vast opens fields covered in snow. The landing pad was still being shoveled by Dovanian Naval personnel and civilians whom worked on base. The lights flickered on each platform as Violet Foreman stood waiting outside in jeans and a black and grey parka. With a beanie and earmuffs on, as well as a scarf and snow boots with fluff in the inside. The Ichiko House pendant was pinned to her parka over her heart. As well as mittens on her hands with 'Royal' monogrammed onto them.
The temperature was currently -5* Ferinheight. Violet was started to become frustrated. "Damn! What's taking these diplomats so long... AND WHY did they have to come in the middle of WINTER!!!" She shouted to herself. Standing next to the platform.
The sound of a sonic boom over head sounded as craft hit the atmosphere on re-entry. The Black Tenba shuttle could be seen slowing as it made it's descent. Two mechs were released from the cargo bay module which glided down with the shuttle. Finally the craft came within 400 meter from the pad. "This NDC-S6-S2 to flight control. Permission to land craft on designated pad."
The Intercoms turn on as Field Marshal Gregory answers, "This is Dovanian Field Marshal Gregory of the Dovanian Army. I clear you for landing, NDC Shuttle. Your ID has been cleared by the Royal Council." As the landing platforms were lit up by the over lights.
"Permission acknowledged actual. Craft touching down."
The Shuttle and mechs thumped lightly as they landed, and a moment later the side airlock opened. A small group exited down the now extended ramp, consisting of Jack Pine, Mark Tazar, Orias, and Sindy-Xou Draguun.
"Greetings, it's been awhile miss Foreman.", Jack stated with a smile in greetings.
"Hello! It's nice to meet you all!" She said cheerfully extending her hand out to shake their hands. "Hope you packed warm. It's colder than the Kings Heart right now." she giggled.
Sindy stood there shuttering, "Damn, you're right. It's cold as fuck out here." Rolling down her sleeves of her Uniform. Turning to Jack, "Would have been nice to know that before we arrived here." She stood there for only a moment before shaking Violet's hand then heading off to the building closest to the landing platform. "I'm done with this cold!" She shouted as she ran off.
Meanwhile, Kyle was watching as everything took place within the cockpit of the mecha. "Wow, g-glad we're in h-here." He said to himself.
Jack shook her hand then so Tazar, "Troops performing well since I left?", Mark asked as he did.
"This is odd for a few of us, even on our own world. Winter is a strange switch from the brutal deserts.", Jack commented as he looked around at the snow, something he was unfamiliar with. "Then again, strange weather is why I don't leave home with out this.", he said patting the under suit he wore under his leather jacket, and black cargo pants.
"As well as for your protection Lord.", Mark added.
"Mortals find annoyance in the oddest things. It is only weather.", Orias commented as she stepped forward, fluttering her bat like wings which were sheathed in knitted covers. She shook the girl's hand, "Orias."
Ceilia nodded to Kyle's comment, "Can't wait to go home and cover up in bed."
"Nice to meet you- WOW those WINGS!" She looked in awe. "I've never seen an Elision with wings like that!" Shaking her head she reals back. "Please, Follow me inside. Transport will arrive soon." Turning up to the mechas, "Those sadly aren't allowed in the city." She informed them regrettably, as she started to make her way to the building Sindy ran into.
"So... What are we suppose to do?" Kyle asked quietly, not knowing what to do.
"Do not confuse with those self righteous fools. I am a demon, and was once a queen.", Orias said in response with measured annoyance.
"Yeah yeah, you've given that spiel a few times now. Cool your jets.", Jack said tired of the uppityness.
"Why I never.", she huffed back.
The group followed after violet towards the build. Which Ceilia knew would leave them bored rather quickly. "Come on let's go with them, guard duty is so boring, we can just put the unit on auto. Leaving it in sentry mode should be fine."
"It's because all of the stem cells that could have been used for her brain went right to her tits." Violet said still walking towards the building, turning around waiting for the rest of them, "We're all monsters here. You'll fit right in." She said smiling.
Kyle gave a slight sigh and opened the cockpit and slid out. Running after them after waiting for Celia.
Orias grumbled and fumed towards the back, inwardly furious at such a comment before giving a grin, "Awh she's jealous because she was not so physically blessed. Poor child."
"Watch it Orias, we haven't forgotten what you did to Mark. You're lucky to even have a body.", Mark Tazar said quietly to her.
"Children we have much more important things to do then bicker. I swear, this is like listening to my daughter Adria whine.", Jack said firmly to them in the back.
"Sorry Lord Pine.", both Mark and Orias said.
Ceilia grabbed Kyle's hand before running to catch up, dragging him with her. "Come on slow poke we'll miss out.", she said playfully, "If you keep up, we can hold each other for warmth." She added with a wink.
Violet watched, somewhat surprised by their response to his authority. "When did you earn the title of royalty Mr. Pine?" Violet asked curiously, opening the door for them. "I would like to hear what ya'll have been up do while we've been busy."
Kyle sped up and was next to her, they both arrived right behind the group.
"Section 6 has undergone some changes. We also have our own territory now. I'll explain further once we're inside. It seems you've guys have been busy here as well.", Jack explained a bit as he walked inside with a "Thank You."
Mark and Orias remained quiet after already being called put. They also entered with a "Thank You." before looking for seats hopefully.
Ceilia held onto Kyle because of how cold it was despite the pilot suits which made it tolerable. "Thank you very much,...miss foreman was it? Ceilia Ryzka.", she said offering a hand.
Violet looked at the two of them as the walked in, then closed the door, joining them inside. "You two are cute!" She then looks down at Celia's stomach and asked, "Who's the daddy?" She asked Celia, taking off her beanie and scarf, revealing her long platinum hair.
Kyle looked confused when she asked the question, "What? Daddy?"
"Hey! Get in here! THEY HAVE GIN, IN HOT CHOCOLATE!!!" Sindy said coming out with a large mug of hot chocolate with gin mixed in.
"Yes, I'll have a mug of that!", Jack chimed, happy to hear about these drinks being offered.
"Agreed.", Both Orias and Mark said in unison before glaring at each other.
"How about we sit down first, and thank you miss foreman for the compliment.", Ceilia said nervously.
Violet gestured her hand over to the room from where Sindy popped out from, "That's the Commanders' Lounge. They have lot's of luxury items in there. I see you've found our alcohol. Sadly I cannot join you in that." She said walking into the Lounge.
Sindy headed back inside, "You two need to stop talking in unison. You two married or something?" She said laughing heading back in, grabbing the pitcher of Hot chocolate and a bottle of gin.
In the hallway, there were many sets of wooden benches lining the right wall, Kyle walked over and sat down then looked up at her as the two girls left, "What's up?" He asked in his quiet tone, curious.
Ceilia sat next to him and pulled him close, "Okay so you know when I said my body wasn't ready, that it needed a synch? Well I found my focus, and.......I'm pregnant."
"Y-you're... s-s-so I'm a..." Kyle said, frozen looking at her. The look on his face was shocked.
"With three.....Yes you're going to be a dad. And I'm going to be a mom. Please don't pass out on me, I know it's a lot, and very unexpected.", Ceilia said trying to say it positively as she felt very happy.
Kyle was trying to process all of the information and turned to face the floor. "L-let's t-talk..." He said taking a deep breath. "I-I love you... b-but... d-d-do you think I c-can be a f-father?" Kyle asked with insecurity and doubt. Looking back at her with the corner of his eye.
She pulled him closer and gently turned his head to face her, "Yes I do. You will be a great father. And I will be with you every step of the way."
Taking another deep sigh, he sat up and leaned against the wall looking up. Turning to her with a slight smile. "O-okay... I-I'll try. For us."
Ceilia gave him a full smile back, and gave him a kiss, "Thank you, we can do this."
After 20 minutes had gone by, with them all either drinking and/or talking in the lounge. Field Marshal Gergory walked in and informed them of their transport to Kyrok had arrived. Soon after boarding, they all headed there in a Jeep Limo. It would take a while for them to get there with the large amount of traffic that has accumulated and large amount of people and military personnel walking around the city, shopping, talking, eating, or keeping watch.
"So. That's some story." Violet commented to Sindy, after she explained her having surgery. "You know, you have exactly the same last name as his highness." She commented.
"You don't say? Who is this royal figure of Dovania you have of yours?" She stated with a grin that looked like she was up to something.
"Zeke was always a big softie, especially back in the orphanage. He really likes you Sindy. But to answer your question, Kyro-Xou Draguun is king of Dovannia.", Jack said commenting on the conversation.
"Kyro-vek Draguun actually." Violet corrected. "Why do you ask Miss Draguun?"
Sindy's smile went away and went cold as she went silent for a moment. "That would be him. Glad I know this now." As she shot a glare at Jack for keeping her out of the loop on that. Then turned back to looking out the window silently.
Kyle sat on the other end next to Celia, his head leaning against her shoulder, holding her hand. Though remaining silent, but asking, "Who is K-Kyro? A-also, wh-what's th-the mission?" He is voice was quiet.
"This isn't a mission Kyle, it's a diplomatic relations meeting. To discuss the relationship between our two people, our two governments. Kyro is the monarch who rules this government, the Monarchy of Dovannia. A government we helped take power, via military backing when we were still Section Six.", Jack clarified for the young man.
"Strange to think it's only been about three months since I was last here. Feels like a year. Especially with everything we fought through in the last two months.", Mark Tazar commented from his seat.
"Why am I here again my Lord?", Orias asked.
"I'm training you as a diplomatic representative Orias.", Jack answered back.
"See an easy one, looks like we're just along for the ride today.", Ceilia said quietly to Kyle as she stroked his hair.
Violet sighed and pinched her nose closing her eyes. "How fast did you expect this to go?" She asked.
Kyle looked at Jack, "I-If he's anything l-like M-Miss Draguun... H-How b-bad c-can y-y-you get..." Saying softly and quietly.
"However long it takes Miss Foreman, we are in no hurry, we have our own timetable now, and under someone else's authority, but our own.", Mark responded, which Jack nodded to.
"He's man of integrity and honor Mr. Dee, and though I may not agree with all his methods, the man gets results. Look around at this world. Once it was a planet of warring nations, and now, it finally knows peace.", Jack answered Kyle.
"Miss Foreman, the city seems exponentially larger then when I was last here. I see your government's industrial power is being put to very good and productive use. It's impressive.", Mark added after a minute.
"You've been to Kyrok?" She asked surprised. "It's been closed off since it was started. Which was when reconstruction started. High King Kyro-vek Draguun was very specific in allowing no one but and I quote 'Essential Direct Dovanian Contractors' allowed entry." Thinking for a moment, "Ah you must be thinking of Fahen, 48 miles south of Kyrok. That was our Sudo Capital."
"What m-methods d-d-do y-you n-not ag-agree with... I-if I m-may ask sir..." Kyle asked quietly, tightening his grip on Ceilia's hand.
Jack glanced to Violet for a moment, "Nothing that's need to be brought up Mr. Dee. Most of it is in the past, when times were hard. The end results are enough to overlook them." It was clear he wasn't saying everything, and that he felt now was not the time to bring it up.
Ceilia rubbed his hand as she said quietly, "Maybe we should lay low for this trip. I don't think he's ready to talk about that here."
Violet didn't care to comment on them, "Well, many things were committed. I had to execute my father. It was just an entire cluster cluck." She said with a dismissing wave." Looking out the window to see them driving through the walled and heavily guarded gate, that was the entrance to the Royal Council Hall. "We have arrived at our first destination. You'll be here for a while. There's a lot to happen for this to even get looked at." Violet stated.
"I guess with new governments come new processes. To be expected I guess, isn't that right Councilman Draguun?", Mark said to Sindy.
"It's no different for us.", Jack commented.
"I loved the forced promotion." Sindy said sarcastically. Then snapping out of her rut, "So, whom am I punching into agreement?" She said with her mischievous smile.
Violet giggled, "Funny. But yes, When It comes to dealing with someone who isn't just a band of mercenaries. The issue of borders comes into play/ As well as migration and work, treaties, agreements, ect. It's just a lot." Sounding like she was there for it all.
"It wasn't a promotion so much as your position just increased in authority. And I might have a list of people for punching into agreement. Orias may be one of them.", Jack said, ending with a chuckle.
"I don't really find that amusing.", Orias said with a twitch to her eyebrow. Her gold irises which swam in schelra of pitch black, watched the area outside. She rubbed at one of her horns idly.
The limo stopped outside the Royal Council Hall. A large black building with Dovanian banners, and men in power armor that seems archaic. Opening the door was Lora, now 5 months pregnant peeking in, "Hey Violet, I see they've arrived." She said looking at the rest of the group. "Come, you shouldn't be out here. It's freezing."
Violet hopped out and started to make her way to the Hall, being escorted by two of the men in power armor, they would be identifiable in their golden painted armor. A Thullok Sky Tank, the most elite pilots and power armored divisions in Dovania.
Sindy crawled out, being tall making it a tight fit for her until she got out. Standing up shivering, "I see you're here. Lora." She stated with a cold tone, not having a good history with her.
"Oh, a pleasure to see you again... Miss Draguun." She stated in a pleasant facade of a tone.
Kyle stood and joined with them, bringing Ceilia with him, holding her hand. "L-l-let's g-go..."
Jack gave greetings as he stepped out of the vehicle as well, "Nice to see you again Miss Kingsley, I trust things have been well?"
Orias was next and gave a curt nod, "Hello."
Mark Tazar followed next and gave a short bow, "Good to see you again.", he said before heading into the building as well.
Ceilia found the hand a warm comfort in such a foreign place, and held on to it as if she feared of getting lost.
As they entered into the Royal Council Hall, they spot soldiers and other royal officials from other royal families. Each one having a different pendant. The large entrance hall went up two stories high, and a large staircase of two sides. The floors were dark wood and lanterns hung from the ceiling. It was warm inside. Enough for the DRG to come by and take Violet's and Lora's coats.
"Welcome to the Dovanian Royal Council Hall." Lora stated standing before them giving them a great view of the main entrance.
Kyle stood in awe as he saw the architecture of the walls and the carved details. "Wow..." He quietly said mesmorized.
Jack ran crimson eyes over the interior, and felt an appreciation for the older style. In a way, it made him feel like building a small log cabin out in the woodland areas of Sirris VI. A nice get away from the high tech city of Obsidian.
Orias seemed rather uninterested, while Mark was just waiting for business to continue.
"This and the Royal Palace took the longest to construct." Violet stated, "Though, the palace was congress's idea, His majesty wanted to live in his office, which they didn't see happening." Explaining further, twisting her hair, "Yes, follow me, I'll introduce you to the Council, it's starting soon." She said starting to make her way to the grand hall.
Lora simply nodded and looked at them, "You'll see me later, I have a doctors appointment. Little guy is coming in a couple of months." She waved making her way out.
Sindy looked at Lora, "Who's the baby daddy then?" Asking curious.
"Simple, It's his Highness's though, we did not make love for it to happen. It was a favor he owed me." Lora stated continuing her way out.
Sindy looked at Jack after she said that, "Wonder how many girls he DID knock up now." she said following after Violet.
"Hardly something that can be called important to know. For now let's stay focused, this is important business.", Jack stated as they followed Violet to the Grand Hall.
"You seem so much more confident today. I like it.", Ceilia whispered in Kyle's ear before giving him a quick peck on the cheek.
Kyle blushed, "R-really?" Asking quietly, following after the group into the Grand Hall, holding Ceilia's hand on the way.
When they entered the Grand Hall, it was a large 2 story tall auditorium. Filled to the brink with representatives of all royal houses. About 4,000 in total. It was absolutely massive. It was set up like a like the senate, slanted with elevation starting the highest in the back, sloping down. Then placards identifying all of the representatives.
The back wall was where the heads of the Royal Council sat, Kyro was seating in the center one. Wearing a garb and cape of silk and fur. A black, reed, and silver royal Garb with Gold highlights. He sat there with an expression of a man with authority, at his hip was his broadsword. Next two him, two Dovanian Houscarls.
Violet pointed at the tables down in the centre, "You guys sit there, I have to get to my seat. Bye!" She made her way through the crowded area to her seat.
Kyle looked around, "W-wow, thi-this place is p-pact. A-a lot m-more than NDC." He stated at the sheer large amount of people here. Looking at the back he asked, "Who's that?"
"King Kyro.", Mark said simply as he ushered the young man and Ceilia towards their seats.
Jack lead the group to where they were directed, and took the center chair, with Mark and Orias sitting to his left.
Kyle sat to the far right. Sitting quietly. Not drawing, more, attention to himself.
The Royal Council Head stepped forward as the room feel silent. "I present to the Council, and his Highness, representatives, and Monarch of the New Dusk Conclave. Motions on the table?"
Violet raised her placard, "Motion to give the representatives their proposal."
"All in favor?" The head asked, with the over whelming majority voting in favor. "Seeing an overwhelming majority, Mr. Pine, you may speak." As he stepped back to his position on stage.
Jack stood as permission to speak was given, "Your majesty, I have come to you today to discuss the future relationship between our two nations. Before we aided you as a branch of another government. But that government is no more, and we have become our own nation. Section 6 now stands on its own two feet as the New Dusk Conclave. It is my hope that we can further our friendly relations, now unrestrained."
With his deep and neutral tone Kyro spoke, "I see no issue, with realigning ourselves with whom have helped us a great deal. In the founding of Dovania." He stated strongly. "What are the proposals that you seek to make." He asked.
"Much the same as before. We provide the data needed to continue helping advance your technology, as well as training to further modernize Dovanian forces against the likes of other nations, and third party organizations. In return, the support of our people as an ally and friend, a supply of resources, and with permission hiring of militia forces."
The head stepped forward, "Any motions on the table? No? Then let's put it to a vote. All in favor of Accepting the terms and agreements stated by King Pine, raise your placards."
Soon follows, around 94% raise their placards, "Motion passed your highness." he stated to Kyro.
Kyro stood, standing at 6'11". He dropped off the stage drop and landed, making the central stage rumble a bit. Then walked up to everyone including Jack. "A pleasure to see you again Jack, I see you've also taken the title or royalty." He stated without emotion, yet was trying to be funny. "Very not befitting of you."
"Like wise, sometimes taking the title is needed to get the job done. I do what I must for my people.", Jack said with a grin.
Kyro grinned back, extending his hand, "Take my hand, they go crazy when deals are made." Kyro said bringing the end part of the deal to a close with the hand shake.
Jack shook the offered hand, "I wish my brother Mark who shares the title with me could be here for this. However recent battle took a heavy toll."
The Council hall went in an uproar in claps and cheering, as the deal was struck. Kyro gestured for the entire party of then to follow him. "Come, we can discuss more, sensitive matters in here."
Jack lead the group as they followed Kyro as he lead them to another area. So far things had gone smoothly, and accomplished in a short amount of time.
Kyro brought them into his Side Chamber, it was a lounge of sorts. Couches, everything was very Victorian or made of wood, stone, glass, not metal much anywhere. "Take a seat, I hate this monkey suit. My uniform is much better." Kyro stated sitting in a single couch.
Sindy sitting across from him, staring, "So. Cousin, I see you've taken the title of High King. How does that bode for you?" tightening her fist, "How does it also feel to abandon civilians. Osman Civilians. Our parents." She was clearly starting an argument.
Kyle sat down on a long couch and just watched, Not liking where Miss Draguun was taking this.
Kyro sighed, "The first time I meet you in years. The first response from you doesn't surprise me. You always hated military life. Yet respected the honor and traditions." He stated still in his monotone voice.
"Sindy is the head of my Fleet Development Department, and as such a member of the governing council. As such I'd like to advise you not to bring this to a physical conflict, otherwise your disagreement is between you and him.", ,Jack said giving that bit of information before telling Sindy to essentially not pick a fight.
"It has been a while your majesty.", Mark said with a nod.
Orias had remained quiet, but did not care for the squabble. She found the decor,...at the most...quaint in a way. It was not as elegant, or sophisticated in design as her usual standards. But she didn't voice, or give any facial expressions to convey that. "I must say your majesty, you have built yourself quite a dynasty. I can only fathom the road traveled to bring it to such a point. And then I here the Lord here helped with that, why mortals never cease to surprise me on occasion it seems."
"What good is a monarch without someone to take his place however. There is no bride. No heir. I have yet to have completed some basic fucking projects." He stated in more of an understandably frustrated tone.
Turning to Ceilia and Kyle, he chuckled, "Recruiting children now are we? I wait till they're 20 until front line service."
Glancing over at Mark and Orias, "It is a pleasure to meet you again Sergeant. Hopefully you will return for training." Looking at Orias, "A Deamon Queen. Can't say I've seen one of those before." He said by looking at her stature.
"Actually your majesty I was promoted by three positions to Warrant Officer.", Mark stated.
"We're both at least 20, with me being older. And I assure you the father of my children is certainly a man.", Ceilia corrected with a slight hint of annoyance at being thought of as children.
"I don't think would be hard for you to find a woman. What projects to mean, by the way?", Jack asked curiously.
"Astute as well, I can certainly see why you have been so successful. I also must concur with the Lord's assessment. You have the character and power to draw those of the opposite sex to you.", Orias replied, finding the skill to recognize who she used to be as impressive.
"You would assume so, however, this power I have intimidates most to clear the way, not flock towards me." He said rubbing his forehead leaning forward. "It's mainly getting the department of research and military development to get their shit together to make some modernized weaponry."
Turning to Mark then Ceilia he only responded with, Apologies for my lack of being correct."
"Maybe flaunting power in a more seductive manner would help. I know someone like me would definitely be attracted to it.", Orias said with a grin.
"It's been a while sir, you couldn't have known. The fault is not yours.", Mark said.
"Is communication between departments the issue?", Jack simply asked further on the issues Kyro was facing.
"It's the people within..." He said with a sigh, "They just need training... Which is already being handled. So it's just running against the clock. Elections are already out the way, and money is printed. Mines and 180,000 factories and facilities made."
Kyro looked at Orias, "With me? Good luck. I've been told I'm as emotional as a rock."
"Darling I have met emotional rocks, besides maidens love a stoic hero.", Orias chimed back.
"Any other problems you're facing?", Jack asked.
Kyro sat up, stroking his beard. "Demon, if only that were true." Turning to Jack, "We have seen multiple raid reports, or raid attempt reports on our miners. They keep leaving behind these red crosses. Calling themselves the 'Crimson Band' or something or whatever. It's becoming an issue and I'm forced to triple military presence. We've caught one. She's dead. Though we know nothing, I've learned that while they have highly advanced combat armor. They're inept in combat."
Looking rather frustrated, "I can't seem to get these minute things complete, without me getting involved. Having to teach some of them a lesson personally. Which is why they're scare of me. Respect me, but many do not wish to surpass being friends. Which if that's how it will be. That's how it will be."
"Scientist and great mines. Maybe that's why they're so terrible at combat. They're all egg heads..." He started talking to himself.
"Sounds like they still need some more training. It also sounds like the bandits from before, but better dressed. With proper equipment, and training on field tactics, i imagine Dovanian forces would make pretty short work of these guys. Gotta say though, this is the first I've heard of them.", Jack commented.
Orias walked over to a side bar, "My dear, all you have to do is flex and give a smile. With a man in such a peak physical condition as yourself, the moves make woman putty in your hands."
Kyro raised an eyebrow, "You're shitting me."
Sindy busted out laughing, "I-I have never heard you be surprised before!" Practically dying in her seat.
Kyro stood and took off his royal garb, under was his jeans and black tee shirt. "Like this?" He said flexing his muscles and giving a smirk.
"I'm certainly aroused.", Orias practically cooed.
Jack just remained quiet, inwardly laughing at such a random thing, but it was humorous none the less. He however had nothing to add to that subject, at least not without risking the facade that was his currently straight face.
"I like when you flex your brain.", Ceilia whispered in Kyle's ear with a giggle.
"I feel like i just walked into a love day special of some sitcom.", Mark said with only a passive measure of boredom.
Kyro stopped, "I don't see what's funny." He stated confused. "I'm, okay. I guess it does work...?" He said looking at Orias.
Sindy was rolling on the floor dying of laughter.
Kyle just stared at Kyro's muscles, "H-holy shit... You're fucking ripped." He said without thinking. Just entranced by his body.
"My body certainly says so.", She said with a seductive grin.
"I can be buff too......well not right now pregnant. But i can get buff.", Ceilia said, thinking it rather....fruity, that he was entranced by a man's muscles like when he stared at her boobs.
"And that sitcom just became an anime.", Mark commented.
"Do uh you two need some time together for lessons?", Jack said still managing to keep a straight face.
Sindy got up and walked over to Kyro, whispering, "Flex again and say 'Flex with me Jack.'."
Kyro looked confused, "Why?"
Sindy just said, "Do it."
Kyro just posed his broad shoulders out then flexed down again, "Jack, flex with me." He stated giving a smirk.
Kyle was now chuckling as this was just as Mark stated, "Heh, an anime..." He muttered.
Sindy was laughing her ass off, now completely on the floor rolling around.
"I think I'm good, i got a woman already. No need to show the goods...*snrk*...if they're already taken.", Jack said letting out a small constrained laugh. The facade began to shatter.
Orias made a purr sound from the bar.
"By the void, did you just purr like a cat? I guess it's true that you are what you eat. No wonder you're looking for a man.", Mark quipped to Orias.
With that Jack laughed now.
"Vexatious worm, I appreciate the body of a lover,.....even if most are usually female.", Orias snapped back.
Realizing what had just happened, Kyro stood back up and grabbed Sindy, "You tricked me. AGAIN! GET OUT!" He shouted, with his face slightly blushing from embarrassment.
Sindy got up laughing and exited stating, "You never change Kyro..."
Kyro turned to Jack, "You can stay here until the storm passed by. Then you may all leave. There are some issues that can be touched on a later date. Until then, if you require me." He pointed at a door, "I'll be in my office."
Orias walked over and smacked Mark in the back of the head, "Good job you buffoon, now he's angry and leaving."
Mark grunted as the hand impacted the back of the head, "Simply stating fact."
"I am terribly sorry, trust me I'm not much better. I met my wife after failing to blow my brains out, so your ahead of the game on my Kyro.", Jack said apologetically.
"This entire topic of relationships confuses me. My cousin being here made it worse." He stated calmly, "If someone could, not, be silly. Please explain."
"D-d-d-do you w-want a w-wife... or s-s-something..." Kyle asked him quietly.
Kyro turned to him, "I'm looking for a woman to bare my children and be responsible enough to take the role of Queen. Love is something I look for. However, I have yet to find anyone with those qualifications. I'll just give up."
"Have you tried just going out and asking woman? you know, to like go out with you. As far as i know you don't have dating services here, but what about someone from off world?", Jack asked.
"I was already a queen, but i have never considered settling down. Marriage is a foreign concept to my kind as one would expect.", Orias added.
Kyro looked at them, “I’m merely stating. No, I’ve never been off planet. Yes, I have asked. Though, it’s a bit difficult to find not married people in Dovania. Marriages with other royals are impossible since they arrange marriages.” He sat down again.
“I’ve got a granddaughter, she was widowed a while back. Could see if anything happens maybe, but whether it works is up to you two.”, Jack offered with a shrug.
“Oooh, short and stacked?”, Orias asked.
Kyro stared at Jack, “Why do I feel as if something is wrong with this.” He stated monotone. “Plus, I haven’t been off world in… 6 months? Maybe 9.” He said, having been there since the take over.
“Her husband was one of my troops, but he was killed in action during the exodus. She’s a single mother right now with few people to fall back on, and she’s is far more mature than someone else her age. She wasn’t around during the take over, she isn’t familiar with all of this. So she won’t be scared of your authority, she’ll just have the impression you give her.”
Kyro sat there stroking his beard, when a Housecarl entered, “Sir, the blizzard has passed, AirPad is open.”
Kyro waved him dismissing, “Looks like that’s your call. Ah! Ladd, you with the younger woman. You look intellectual, listen to my advice. Stay away from women.” He stated very clearly, “Those who ask you questions about what you do.”
Ceilia raised her hand, “Uh, pregnant girlfriend, little late for that.”
“Actually we’ would like to stay and see the progress in growth since we were last here, if okay with you? It would also give a chance to survey in what ways to most apply the data we’ll be sharing with you. Plus i think Orias still wanted to give dating lessons.”, Jack said ending with a grin.
“I see no issue, there’s an apartment building made for those in congress away from home, I could spare a few luxury rooms for you all.” He stated tossing Jack a bag with keys to the penthouse key. “There are some others in there for the rest of you.”
“Appreciated. I can call her to head over, will be a couple days though with our FTL speeds. I’m going to head to the shuttle to also place a call to the wife. Otherwise I’ll never hear the end of it. You and Orias have fun now.”, Jack said as he got up to leave.
Kyle joined along with him, holding Ceilia’s hand.
Kyro stayed seated, rubbing his forehead from a migraine he had been hiding for weeks. Giving a heavy sigh.
At the Kyrok Naval Base on the outer skirts of Kyrok, in the middle of the vast opens fields covered in snow. The landing pad was still being shoveled by Dovanian Naval personnel and civilians whom worked on base. The lights flickered on each platform as Violet Foreman stood waiting outside in jeans and a black and grey parka. With a beanie and earmuffs on, as well as a scarf and snow boots with fluff in the inside. The Ichiko House pendant was pinned to her parka over her heart. As well as mittens on her hands with 'Royal' monogrammed onto them.
The temperature was currently -5* Ferinheight. Violet was started to become frustrated. "Damn! What's taking these diplomats so long... AND WHY did they have to come in the middle of WINTER!!!" She shouted to herself. Standing next to the platform.
The sound of a sonic boom over head sounded as craft hit the atmosphere on re-entry. The Black Tenba shuttle could be seen slowing as it made it's descent. Two mechs were released from the cargo bay module which glided down with the shuttle. Finally the craft came within 400 meter from the pad. "This NDC-S6-S2 to flight control. Permission to land craft on designated pad."
The Intercoms turn on as Field Marshal Gregory answers, "This is Dovanian Field Marshal Gregory of the Dovanian Army. I clear you for landing, NDC Shuttle. Your ID has been cleared by the Royal Council." As the landing platforms were lit up by the over lights.
"Permission acknowledged actual. Craft touching down."
The Shuttle and mechs thumped lightly as they landed, and a moment later the side airlock opened. A small group exited down the now extended ramp, consisting of Jack Pine, Mark Tazar, Orias, and Sindy-Xou Draguun.
"Greetings, it's been awhile miss Foreman.", Jack stated with a smile in greetings.
"Hello! It's nice to meet you all!" She said cheerfully extending her hand out to shake their hands. "Hope you packed warm. It's colder than the Kings Heart right now." she giggled.
Sindy stood there shuttering, "Damn, you're right. It's cold as fuck out here." Rolling down her sleeves of her Uniform. Turning to Jack, "Would have been nice to know that before we arrived here." She stood there for only a moment before shaking Violet's hand then heading off to the building closest to the landing platform. "I'm done with this cold!" She shouted as she ran off.
Meanwhile, Kyle was watching as everything took place within the cockpit of the mecha. "Wow, g-glad we're in h-here." He said to himself.
Jack shook her hand then so Tazar, "Troops performing well since I left?", Mark asked as he did.
"This is odd for a few of us, even on our own world. Winter is a strange switch from the brutal deserts.", Jack commented as he looked around at the snow, something he was unfamiliar with. "Then again, strange weather is why I don't leave home with out this.", he said patting the under suit he wore under his leather jacket, and black cargo pants.
"As well as for your protection Lord.", Mark added.
"Mortals find annoyance in the oddest things. It is only weather.", Orias commented as she stepped forward, fluttering her bat like wings which were sheathed in knitted covers. She shook the girl's hand, "Orias."
Ceilia nodded to Kyle's comment, "Can't wait to go home and cover up in bed."
"Nice to meet you- WOW those WINGS!" She looked in awe. "I've never seen an Elision with wings like that!" Shaking her head she reals back. "Please, Follow me inside. Transport will arrive soon." Turning up to the mechas, "Those sadly aren't allowed in the city." She informed them regrettably, as she started to make her way to the building Sindy ran into.
"So... What are we suppose to do?" Kyle asked quietly, not knowing what to do.
"Do not confuse with those self righteous fools. I am a demon, and was once a queen.", Orias said in response with measured annoyance.
"Yeah yeah, you've given that spiel a few times now. Cool your jets.", Jack said tired of the uppityness.
"Why I never.", she huffed back.
The group followed after violet towards the build. Which Ceilia knew would leave them bored rather quickly. "Come on let's go with them, guard duty is so boring, we can just put the unit on auto. Leaving it in sentry mode should be fine."
"It's because all of the stem cells that could have been used for her brain went right to her tits." Violet said still walking towards the building, turning around waiting for the rest of them, "We're all monsters here. You'll fit right in." She said smiling.
Kyle gave a slight sigh and opened the cockpit and slid out. Running after them after waiting for Celia.
Orias grumbled and fumed towards the back, inwardly furious at such a comment before giving a grin, "Awh she's jealous because she was not so physically blessed. Poor child."
"Watch it Orias, we haven't forgotten what you did to Mark. You're lucky to even have a body.", Mark Tazar said quietly to her.
"Children we have much more important things to do then bicker. I swear, this is like listening to my daughter Adria whine.", Jack said firmly to them in the back.
"Sorry Lord Pine.", both Mark and Orias said.
Ceilia grabbed Kyle's hand before running to catch up, dragging him with her. "Come on slow poke we'll miss out.", she said playfully, "If you keep up, we can hold each other for warmth." She added with a wink.
Violet watched, somewhat surprised by their response to his authority. "When did you earn the title of royalty Mr. Pine?" Violet asked curiously, opening the door for them. "I would like to hear what ya'll have been up do while we've been busy."
Kyle sped up and was next to her, they both arrived right behind the group.
"Section 6 has undergone some changes. We also have our own territory now. I'll explain further once we're inside. It seems you've guys have been busy here as well.", Jack explained a bit as he walked inside with a "Thank You."
Mark and Orias remained quiet after already being called put. They also entered with a "Thank You." before looking for seats hopefully.
Ceilia held onto Kyle because of how cold it was despite the pilot suits which made it tolerable. "Thank you very much,...miss foreman was it? Ceilia Ryzka.", she said offering a hand.
Violet looked at the two of them as the walked in, then closed the door, joining them inside. "You two are cute!" She then looks down at Celia's stomach and asked, "Who's the daddy?" She asked Celia, taking off her beanie and scarf, revealing her long platinum hair.
Kyle looked confused when she asked the question, "What? Daddy?"
"Hey! Get in here! THEY HAVE GIN, IN HOT CHOCOLATE!!!" Sindy said coming out with a large mug of hot chocolate with gin mixed in.
"Yes, I'll have a mug of that!", Jack chimed, happy to hear about these drinks being offered.
"Agreed.", Both Orias and Mark said in unison before glaring at each other.
"How about we sit down first, and thank you miss foreman for the compliment.", Ceilia said nervously.
Violet gestured her hand over to the room from where Sindy popped out from, "That's the Commanders' Lounge. They have lot's of luxury items in there. I see you've found our alcohol. Sadly I cannot join you in that." She said walking into the Lounge.
Sindy headed back inside, "You two need to stop talking in unison. You two married or something?" She said laughing heading back in, grabbing the pitcher of Hot chocolate and a bottle of gin.
In the hallway, there were many sets of wooden benches lining the right wall, Kyle walked over and sat down then looked up at her as the two girls left, "What's up?" He asked in his quiet tone, curious.
Ceilia sat next to him and pulled him close, "Okay so you know when I said my body wasn't ready, that it needed a synch? Well I found my focus, and.......I'm pregnant."
"Y-you're... s-s-so I'm a..." Kyle said, frozen looking at her. The look on his face was shocked.
"With three.....Yes you're going to be a dad. And I'm going to be a mom. Please don't pass out on me, I know it's a lot, and very unexpected.", Ceilia said trying to say it positively as she felt very happy.
Kyle was trying to process all of the information and turned to face the floor. "L-let's t-talk..." He said taking a deep breath. "I-I love you... b-but... d-d-do you think I c-can be a f-father?" Kyle asked with insecurity and doubt. Looking back at her with the corner of his eye.
She pulled him closer and gently turned his head to face her, "Yes I do. You will be a great father. And I will be with you every step of the way."
Taking another deep sigh, he sat up and leaned against the wall looking up. Turning to her with a slight smile. "O-okay... I-I'll try. For us."
Ceilia gave him a full smile back, and gave him a kiss, "Thank you, we can do this."
After 20 minutes had gone by, with them all either drinking and/or talking in the lounge. Field Marshal Gergory walked in and informed them of their transport to Kyrok had arrived. Soon after boarding, they all headed there in a Jeep Limo. It would take a while for them to get there with the large amount of traffic that has accumulated and large amount of people and military personnel walking around the city, shopping, talking, eating, or keeping watch.
"So. That's some story." Violet commented to Sindy, after she explained her having surgery. "You know, you have exactly the same last name as his highness." She commented.
"You don't say? Who is this royal figure of Dovania you have of yours?" She stated with a grin that looked like she was up to something.
"Zeke was always a big softie, especially back in the orphanage. He really likes you Sindy. But to answer your question, Kyro-Xou Draguun is king of Dovannia.", Jack said commenting on the conversation.
"Kyro-vek Draguun actually." Violet corrected. "Why do you ask Miss Draguun?"
Sindy's smile went away and went cold as she went silent for a moment. "That would be him. Glad I know this now." As she shot a glare at Jack for keeping her out of the loop on that. Then turned back to looking out the window silently.
Kyle sat on the other end next to Celia, his head leaning against her shoulder, holding her hand. Though remaining silent, but asking, "Who is K-Kyro? A-also, wh-what's th-the mission?" He is voice was quiet.
"This isn't a mission Kyle, it's a diplomatic relations meeting. To discuss the relationship between our two people, our two governments. Kyro is the monarch who rules this government, the Monarchy of Dovannia. A government we helped take power, via military backing when we were still Section Six.", Jack clarified for the young man.
"Strange to think it's only been about three months since I was last here. Feels like a year. Especially with everything we fought through in the last two months.", Mark Tazar commented from his seat.
"Why am I here again my Lord?", Orias asked.
"I'm training you as a diplomatic representative Orias.", Jack answered back.
"See an easy one, looks like we're just along for the ride today.", Ceilia said quietly to Kyle as she stroked his hair.
Violet sighed and pinched her nose closing her eyes. "How fast did you expect this to go?" She asked.
Kyle looked at Jack, "I-If he's anything l-like M-Miss Draguun... H-How b-bad c-can y-y-you get..." Saying softly and quietly.
"However long it takes Miss Foreman, we are in no hurry, we have our own timetable now, and under someone else's authority, but our own.", Mark responded, which Jack nodded to.
"He's man of integrity and honor Mr. Dee, and though I may not agree with all his methods, the man gets results. Look around at this world. Once it was a planet of warring nations, and now, it finally knows peace.", Jack answered Kyle.
"Miss Foreman, the city seems exponentially larger then when I was last here. I see your government's industrial power is being put to very good and productive use. It's impressive.", Mark added after a minute.
"You've been to Kyrok?" She asked surprised. "It's been closed off since it was started. Which was when reconstruction started. High King Kyro-vek Draguun was very specific in allowing no one but and I quote 'Essential Direct Dovanian Contractors' allowed entry." Thinking for a moment, "Ah you must be thinking of Fahen, 48 miles south of Kyrok. That was our Sudo Capital."
"What m-methods d-d-do y-you n-not ag-agree with... I-if I m-may ask sir..." Kyle asked quietly, tightening his grip on Ceilia's hand.
Jack glanced to Violet for a moment, "Nothing that's need to be brought up Mr. Dee. Most of it is in the past, when times were hard. The end results are enough to overlook them." It was clear he wasn't saying everything, and that he felt now was not the time to bring it up.
Ceilia rubbed his hand as she said quietly, "Maybe we should lay low for this trip. I don't think he's ready to talk about that here."
Violet didn't care to comment on them, "Well, many things were committed. I had to execute my father. It was just an entire cluster cluck." She said with a dismissing wave." Looking out the window to see them driving through the walled and heavily guarded gate, that was the entrance to the Royal Council Hall. "We have arrived at our first destination. You'll be here for a while. There's a lot to happen for this to even get looked at." Violet stated.
"I guess with new governments come new processes. To be expected I guess, isn't that right Councilman Draguun?", Mark said to Sindy.
"It's no different for us.", Jack commented.
"I loved the forced promotion." Sindy said sarcastically. Then snapping out of her rut, "So, whom am I punching into agreement?" She said with her mischievous smile.
Violet giggled, "Funny. But yes, When It comes to dealing with someone who isn't just a band of mercenaries. The issue of borders comes into play/ As well as migration and work, treaties, agreements, ect. It's just a lot." Sounding like she was there for it all.
"It wasn't a promotion so much as your position just increased in authority. And I might have a list of people for punching into agreement. Orias may be one of them.", Jack said, ending with a chuckle.
"I don't really find that amusing.", Orias said with a twitch to her eyebrow. Her gold irises which swam in schelra of pitch black, watched the area outside. She rubbed at one of her horns idly.
The limo stopped outside the Royal Council Hall. A large black building with Dovanian banners, and men in power armor that seems archaic. Opening the door was Lora, now 5 months pregnant peeking in, "Hey Violet, I see they've arrived." She said looking at the rest of the group. "Come, you shouldn't be out here. It's freezing."
Violet hopped out and started to make her way to the Hall, being escorted by two of the men in power armor, they would be identifiable in their golden painted armor. A Thullok Sky Tank, the most elite pilots and power armored divisions in Dovania.
Sindy crawled out, being tall making it a tight fit for her until she got out. Standing up shivering, "I see you're here. Lora." She stated with a cold tone, not having a good history with her.
"Oh, a pleasure to see you again... Miss Draguun." She stated in a pleasant facade of a tone.
Kyle stood and joined with them, bringing Ceilia with him, holding her hand. "L-l-let's g-go..."
Jack gave greetings as he stepped out of the vehicle as well, "Nice to see you again Miss Kingsley, I trust things have been well?"
Orias was next and gave a curt nod, "Hello."
Mark Tazar followed next and gave a short bow, "Good to see you again.", he said before heading into the building as well.
Ceilia found the hand a warm comfort in such a foreign place, and held on to it as if she feared of getting lost.
As they entered into the Royal Council Hall, they spot soldiers and other royal officials from other royal families. Each one having a different pendant. The large entrance hall went up two stories high, and a large staircase of two sides. The floors were dark wood and lanterns hung from the ceiling. It was warm inside. Enough for the DRG to come by and take Violet's and Lora's coats.
"Welcome to the Dovanian Royal Council Hall." Lora stated standing before them giving them a great view of the main entrance.
Kyle stood in awe as he saw the architecture of the walls and the carved details. "Wow..." He quietly said mesmorized.
Jack ran crimson eyes over the interior, and felt an appreciation for the older style. In a way, it made him feel like building a small log cabin out in the woodland areas of Sirris VI. A nice get away from the high tech city of Obsidian.
Orias seemed rather uninterested, while Mark was just waiting for business to continue.
"This and the Royal Palace took the longest to construct." Violet stated, "Though, the palace was congress's idea, His majesty wanted to live in his office, which they didn't see happening." Explaining further, twisting her hair, "Yes, follow me, I'll introduce you to the Council, it's starting soon." She said starting to make her way to the grand hall.
Lora simply nodded and looked at them, "You'll see me later, I have a doctors appointment. Little guy is coming in a couple of months." She waved making her way out.
Sindy looked at Lora, "Who's the baby daddy then?" Asking curious.
"Simple, It's his Highness's though, we did not make love for it to happen. It was a favor he owed me." Lora stated continuing her way out.
Sindy looked at Jack after she said that, "Wonder how many girls he DID knock up now." she said following after Violet.
"Hardly something that can be called important to know. For now let's stay focused, this is important business.", Jack stated as they followed Violet to the Grand Hall.
"You seem so much more confident today. I like it.", Ceilia whispered in Kyle's ear before giving him a quick peck on the cheek.
Kyle blushed, "R-really?" Asking quietly, following after the group into the Grand Hall, holding Ceilia's hand on the way.
When they entered the Grand Hall, it was a large 2 story tall auditorium. Filled to the brink with representatives of all royal houses. About 4,000 in total. It was absolutely massive. It was set up like a like the senate, slanted with elevation starting the highest in the back, sloping down. Then placards identifying all of the representatives.
The back wall was where the heads of the Royal Council sat, Kyro was seating in the center one. Wearing a garb and cape of silk and fur. A black, reed, and silver royal Garb with Gold highlights. He sat there with an expression of a man with authority, at his hip was his broadsword. Next two him, two Dovanian Houscarls.
Violet pointed at the tables down in the centre, "You guys sit there, I have to get to my seat. Bye!" She made her way through the crowded area to her seat.
Kyle looked around, "W-wow, thi-this place is p-pact. A-a lot m-more than NDC." He stated at the sheer large amount of people here. Looking at the back he asked, "Who's that?"
"King Kyro.", Mark said simply as he ushered the young man and Ceilia towards their seats.
Jack lead the group to where they were directed, and took the center chair, with Mark and Orias sitting to his left.
Kyle sat to the far right. Sitting quietly. Not drawing, more, attention to himself.
The Royal Council Head stepped forward as the room feel silent. "I present to the Council, and his Highness, representatives, and Monarch of the New Dusk Conclave. Motions on the table?"
Violet raised her placard, "Motion to give the representatives their proposal."
"All in favor?" The head asked, with the over whelming majority voting in favor. "Seeing an overwhelming majority, Mr. Pine, you may speak." As he stepped back to his position on stage.
Jack stood as permission to speak was given, "Your majesty, I have come to you today to discuss the future relationship between our two nations. Before we aided you as a branch of another government. But that government is no more, and we have become our own nation. Section 6 now stands on its own two feet as the New Dusk Conclave. It is my hope that we can further our friendly relations, now unrestrained."
With his deep and neutral tone Kyro spoke, "I see no issue, with realigning ourselves with whom have helped us a great deal. In the founding of Dovania." He stated strongly. "What are the proposals that you seek to make." He asked.
"Much the same as before. We provide the data needed to continue helping advance your technology, as well as training to further modernize Dovanian forces against the likes of other nations, and third party organizations. In return, the support of our people as an ally and friend, a supply of resources, and with permission hiring of militia forces."
The head stepped forward, "Any motions on the table? No? Then let's put it to a vote. All in favor of Accepting the terms and agreements stated by King Pine, raise your placards."
Soon follows, around 94% raise their placards, "Motion passed your highness." he stated to Kyro.
Kyro stood, standing at 6'11". He dropped off the stage drop and landed, making the central stage rumble a bit. Then walked up to everyone including Jack. "A pleasure to see you again Jack, I see you've also taken the title or royalty." He stated without emotion, yet was trying to be funny. "Very not befitting of you."
"Like wise, sometimes taking the title is needed to get the job done. I do what I must for my people.", Jack said with a grin.
Kyro grinned back, extending his hand, "Take my hand, they go crazy when deals are made." Kyro said bringing the end part of the deal to a close with the hand shake.
Jack shook the offered hand, "I wish my brother Mark who shares the title with me could be here for this. However recent battle took a heavy toll."
The Council hall went in an uproar in claps and cheering, as the deal was struck. Kyro gestured for the entire party of then to follow him. "Come, we can discuss more, sensitive matters in here."
Jack lead the group as they followed Kyro as he lead them to another area. So far things had gone smoothly, and accomplished in a short amount of time.
Kyro brought them into his Side Chamber, it was a lounge of sorts. Couches, everything was very Victorian or made of wood, stone, glass, not metal much anywhere. "Take a seat, I hate this monkey suit. My uniform is much better." Kyro stated sitting in a single couch.
Sindy sitting across from him, staring, "So. Cousin, I see you've taken the title of High King. How does that bode for you?" tightening her fist, "How does it also feel to abandon civilians. Osman Civilians. Our parents." She was clearly starting an argument.
Kyle sat down on a long couch and just watched, Not liking where Miss Draguun was taking this.
Kyro sighed, "The first time I meet you in years. The first response from you doesn't surprise me. You always hated military life. Yet respected the honor and traditions." He stated still in his monotone voice.
"Sindy is the head of my Fleet Development Department, and as such a member of the governing council. As such I'd like to advise you not to bring this to a physical conflict, otherwise your disagreement is between you and him.", ,Jack said giving that bit of information before telling Sindy to essentially not pick a fight.
"It has been a while your majesty.", Mark said with a nod.
Orias had remained quiet, but did not care for the squabble. She found the decor,...at the most...quaint in a way. It was not as elegant, or sophisticated in design as her usual standards. But she didn't voice, or give any facial expressions to convey that. "I must say your majesty, you have built yourself quite a dynasty. I can only fathom the road traveled to bring it to such a point. And then I here the Lord here helped with that, why mortals never cease to surprise me on occasion it seems."
"What good is a monarch without someone to take his place however. There is no bride. No heir. I have yet to have completed some basic fucking projects." He stated in more of an understandably frustrated tone.
Turning to Ceilia and Kyle, he chuckled, "Recruiting children now are we? I wait till they're 20 until front line service."
Glancing over at Mark and Orias, "It is a pleasure to meet you again Sergeant. Hopefully you will return for training." Looking at Orias, "A Deamon Queen. Can't say I've seen one of those before." He said by looking at her stature.
"Actually your majesty I was promoted by three positions to Warrant Officer.", Mark stated.
"We're both at least 20, with me being older. And I assure you the father of my children is certainly a man.", Ceilia corrected with a slight hint of annoyance at being thought of as children.
"I don't think would be hard for you to find a woman. What projects to mean, by the way?", Jack asked curiously.
"Astute as well, I can certainly see why you have been so successful. I also must concur with the Lord's assessment. You have the character and power to draw those of the opposite sex to you.", Orias replied, finding the skill to recognize who she used to be as impressive.
"You would assume so, however, this power I have intimidates most to clear the way, not flock towards me." He said rubbing his forehead leaning forward. "It's mainly getting the department of research and military development to get their shit together to make some modernized weaponry."
Turning to Mark then Ceilia he only responded with, Apologies for my lack of being correct."
"Maybe flaunting power in a more seductive manner would help. I know someone like me would definitely be attracted to it.", Orias said with a grin.
"It's been a while sir, you couldn't have known. The fault is not yours.", Mark said.
"Is communication between departments the issue?", Jack simply asked further on the issues Kyro was facing.
"It's the people within..." He said with a sigh, "They just need training... Which is already being handled. So it's just running against the clock. Elections are already out the way, and money is printed. Mines and 180,000 factories and facilities made."
Kyro looked at Orias, "With me? Good luck. I've been told I'm as emotional as a rock."
"Darling I have met emotional rocks, besides maidens love a stoic hero.", Orias chimed back.
"Any other problems you're facing?", Jack asked.
Kyro sat up, stroking his beard. "Demon, if only that were true." Turning to Jack, "We have seen multiple raid reports, or raid attempt reports on our miners. They keep leaving behind these red crosses. Calling themselves the 'Crimson Band' or something or whatever. It's becoming an issue and I'm forced to triple military presence. We've caught one. She's dead. Though we know nothing, I've learned that while they have highly advanced combat armor. They're inept in combat."
Looking rather frustrated, "I can't seem to get these minute things complete, without me getting involved. Having to teach some of them a lesson personally. Which is why they're scare of me. Respect me, but many do not wish to surpass being friends. Which if that's how it will be. That's how it will be."
"Scientist and great mines. Maybe that's why they're so terrible at combat. They're all egg heads..." He started talking to himself.
"Sounds like they still need some more training. It also sounds like the bandits from before, but better dressed. With proper equipment, and training on field tactics, i imagine Dovanian forces would make pretty short work of these guys. Gotta say though, this is the first I've heard of them.", Jack commented.
Orias walked over to a side bar, "My dear, all you have to do is flex and give a smile. With a man in such a peak physical condition as yourself, the moves make woman putty in your hands."
Kyro raised an eyebrow, "You're shitting me."
Sindy busted out laughing, "I-I have never heard you be surprised before!" Practically dying in her seat.
Kyro stood and took off his royal garb, under was his jeans and black tee shirt. "Like this?" He said flexing his muscles and giving a smirk.
"I'm certainly aroused.", Orias practically cooed.
Jack just remained quiet, inwardly laughing at such a random thing, but it was humorous none the less. He however had nothing to add to that subject, at least not without risking the facade that was his currently straight face.
"I like when you flex your brain.", Ceilia whispered in Kyle's ear with a giggle.
"I feel like i just walked into a love day special of some sitcom.", Mark said with only a passive measure of boredom.
Kyro stopped, "I don't see what's funny." He stated confused. "I'm, okay. I guess it does work...?" He said looking at Orias.
Sindy was rolling on the floor dying of laughter.
Kyle just stared at Kyro's muscles, "H-holy shit... You're fucking ripped." He said without thinking. Just entranced by his body.
"My body certainly says so.", She said with a seductive grin.
"I can be buff too......well not right now pregnant. But i can get buff.", Ceilia said, thinking it rather....fruity, that he was entranced by a man's muscles like when he stared at her boobs.
"And that sitcom just became an anime.", Mark commented.
"Do uh you two need some time together for lessons?", Jack said still managing to keep a straight face.
Sindy got up and walked over to Kyro, whispering, "Flex again and say 'Flex with me Jack.'."
Kyro looked confused, "Why?"
Sindy just said, "Do it."
Kyro just posed his broad shoulders out then flexed down again, "Jack, flex with me." He stated giving a smirk.
Kyle was now chuckling as this was just as Mark stated, "Heh, an anime..." He muttered.
Sindy was laughing her ass off, now completely on the floor rolling around.
"I think I'm good, i got a woman already. No need to show the goods...*snrk*...if they're already taken.", Jack said letting out a small constrained laugh. The facade began to shatter.
Orias made a purr sound from the bar.
"By the void, did you just purr like a cat? I guess it's true that you are what you eat. No wonder you're looking for a man.", Mark quipped to Orias.
With that Jack laughed now.
"Vexatious worm, I appreciate the body of a lover,.....even if most are usually female.", Orias snapped back.
Realizing what had just happened, Kyro stood back up and grabbed Sindy, "You tricked me. AGAIN! GET OUT!" He shouted, with his face slightly blushing from embarrassment.
Sindy got up laughing and exited stating, "You never change Kyro..."
Kyro turned to Jack, "You can stay here until the storm passed by. Then you may all leave. There are some issues that can be touched on a later date. Until then, if you require me." He pointed at a door, "I'll be in my office."
Orias walked over and smacked Mark in the back of the head, "Good job you buffoon, now he's angry and leaving."
Mark grunted as the hand impacted the back of the head, "Simply stating fact."
"I am terribly sorry, trust me I'm not much better. I met my wife after failing to blow my brains out, so your ahead of the game on my Kyro.", Jack said apologetically.
"This entire topic of relationships confuses me. My cousin being here made it worse." He stated calmly, "If someone could, not, be silly. Please explain."
"D-d-d-do you w-want a w-wife... or s-s-something..." Kyle asked him quietly.
Kyro turned to him, "I'm looking for a woman to bare my children and be responsible enough to take the role of Queen. Love is something I look for. However, I have yet to find anyone with those qualifications. I'll just give up."
"Have you tried just going out and asking woman? you know, to like go out with you. As far as i know you don't have dating services here, but what about someone from off world?", Jack asked.
"I was already a queen, but i have never considered settling down. Marriage is a foreign concept to my kind as one would expect.", Orias added.
Kyro looked at them, “I’m merely stating. No, I’ve never been off planet. Yes, I have asked. Though, it’s a bit difficult to find not married people in Dovania. Marriages with other royals are impossible since they arrange marriages.” He sat down again.
“I’ve got a granddaughter, she was widowed a while back. Could see if anything happens maybe, but whether it works is up to you two.”, Jack offered with a shrug.
“Oooh, short and stacked?”, Orias asked.
Kyro stared at Jack, “Why do I feel as if something is wrong with this.” He stated monotone. “Plus, I haven’t been off world in… 6 months? Maybe 9.” He said, having been there since the take over.
“Her husband was one of my troops, but he was killed in action during the exodus. She’s a single mother right now with few people to fall back on, and she’s is far more mature than someone else her age. She wasn’t around during the take over, she isn’t familiar with all of this. So she won’t be scared of your authority, she’ll just have the impression you give her.”
Kyro sat there stroking his beard, when a Housecarl entered, “Sir, the blizzard has passed, AirPad is open.”
Kyro waved him dismissing, “Looks like that’s your call. Ah! Ladd, you with the younger woman. You look intellectual, listen to my advice. Stay away from women.” He stated very clearly, “Those who ask you questions about what you do.”
Ceilia raised her hand, “Uh, pregnant girlfriend, little late for that.”
“Actually we’ would like to stay and see the progress in growth since we were last here, if okay with you? It would also give a chance to survey in what ways to most apply the data we’ll be sharing with you. Plus i think Orias still wanted to give dating lessons.”, Jack said ending with a grin.
“I see no issue, there’s an apartment building made for those in congress away from home, I could spare a few luxury rooms for you all.” He stated tossing Jack a bag with keys to the penthouse key. “There are some others in there for the rest of you.”
“Appreciated. I can call her to head over, will be a couple days though with our FTL speeds. I’m going to head to the shuttle to also place a call to the wife. Otherwise I’ll never hear the end of it. You and Orias have fun now.”, Jack said as he got up to leave.
Kyle joined along with him, holding Ceilia’s hand.
Kyro stayed seated, rubbing his forehead from a migraine he had been hiding for weeks. Giving a heavy sigh.
