0001 - Tempro

0003 - Conner- Thomas the doubting Apostle

0097 - Ace - Zimmel

0098 - Lucy

0101 - Shelby ( mother ship ) - Lucie

0125 - Lars

0200 - Ellen

0301 - Rodrick

0403 - Johnathon

0667 - Marco - Brown

0778 - Jan

0798 - Celeste - Shelby ( human )

0908 - Tara - Mara

0999 - Zan

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Ungrown - infinite

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3 - onboard Tempro awaiting Shelby

1000 - Sherry - lost at the consequence

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Zimmel just sighed when Lucie told him that they still had to witness Sherry. `` I 've got one simple question for you. '' He stated. `` Just how in the netherworld are we going to get Sherry, when all three of you are without your trans-warp ? ``

Lucie made a face at Zimmel then stated, `` I 'm not the military one here. You should have respective full ideas. ``

Again Zimmel rolled his center at Lucie, `` I 'm safe, but I 'm not the Saturnia pavonia. He 's the brilliance not I, what you think just because I am in the military I am that smartness ? open me a disruption gentlewoman ! ``

'' The emperor moth obviously sent you because he thinks you have what it takes to help us. So ... help us ! '' Lucie told Zimmel a little exasperated that the man was still sitting there.

'' tone, the exclusively thing I can recall to do is haul all of you back to where the fleet is. Then all three of the ships can re-gen. '' Zimmel suggested.

'' NO ! '' Lucie almost shouted. `` I can barely hear her. We have to bump her now, before she is too watery to hear. ``

Zimmel was about to respond when the range of a function of Derrick appeared before him. `` I suggest that you transfer her over to Ace and get a move on. All three of the ships still have their hyper driving force. Therefore they can start back 'til you can view up with them. ``

Clarity seemed to come to Zimmel as he nodded, then bowed to Derrick. `` Alright Ace change her to the bridge deck. ``

'' obligingness heyday, '' came Ace 's reply, a bit later a startled Lucie was standing on the bridge of Ace.

'' Please rede Ace where to go Miss Hartwell. '' Zimmel told Lucie as she looked around her sass agape.

Nodding Lucie stated, `` Go forward she 's close though I 'm not sure how close. ``

'' Moving to bug, all image scanner set for the new homing betoken the emperor has equipped us with. '' Ace replied as they started to move, the other three ships taking off for the astronomical edge then towards the fleet.

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Derrick could only shake his point as he watched his mother, grandmother, and finally Shelby. They were more than excited about the coming royal wedding ceremony. He really did n't see what the big deal was. He 'd deliver to ask Mary when he got the chance.

Hartwell could only smile at his friend 's defeat. Little did the commanding officer know this was nothing compared to what was to fall. Trying not to smile he could see the major fight that was going to take place. The air force officer was n't about to wear the frilly clothes that he knew the empress and his family were going to want him to wear.

As he shook his point Hartwell got an alerting. It appeared that Onai was about to re-emerge with an solvent to the commander 's question and petition. Let's just hope it did n't have anything to do with the death of Dempsy. That might lead to an all out war to keep open him. I hope it does n't go that far.

'' It appears that I am needed elsewhere forefather, '' Hartwell said as he bowed drawing a moan from Derrick.

'' I take it Onai has signaled that she has finished talking with her Father of the Church, '' Derrick asked.

Hartwell's mouth dropped open a moment then he nodded. `` Though she expressed a desire that she be escorted around by Jessye Norman, I still feel I should be there in case there are questions asked that he ca n't respond. ``

Derrick 's hand went to his chin as he sunk deep into intellection. `` That does come along to be a good stage. As you can see I do n't have a chance in Hades of getting out of here too soon. Alright I want an open link to you at all times. I need to know as soon as possible what answer she gives. Do n't be surprised when I appear, so to speak. ``

'' As I remember your appearance put a damper on things escalating further. I do believe that it should again. I will keep an spread out com. Sire. '' Hartwell stated bowed then he winked out.

Derrick was about to sit to eat when he received a call. `` Shelby ? What has happened ? '' He asked a little afraid that Shelby had been damaged again along with the others.

'' We successfully defeated the force-out of the Tendrax. I am afraid that they gave us no prospect to negociate. Miss Hartwell had a suggestion that I think the commanding officer should hear. '' Shelby told him.

A moment later both Commanders Kimison and Rayburn were bowing to Derrick who was rolling his eyes. `` You called us sir ? ``

'' It appears that missy Hartwell discovered something during the last-place engagement. '' Derrick relayed to the men. Both men looked around for Lucie then turned to Derrick with puzzled faces. `` Shelby ? If you please relay to us what you and Miss Hartwell discovered.

'' Yes Derrick. '' Shelby stated drawing both men 's care. Turning to both of the men Shelby continued, `` Miss Hartwell thought it prudent that we all go in battle ready, all weapons, cuticle at the ready. She also had our hyper driving on, ready to go at a import 's notice. After we decimated their fleet miss Hartwell and I noticed that when Zan got upset he had trans-warp. It was only a few second but he saved both Miss Hartwell and me. ``

Both men were writing every Good Book Shelby said as fast as they could. `` Does he ..."started Rayburn when Zan broke in.

'' It appears that I have fifty per centum of my trans-warp. I have already started my re-gen, I am sorry I was n't better able to protect you and fille Hartwell, mother. '' Zan stated his head low.

'' You did exceptionally well Zan, just as you did for Sherry, never dubiety yourself. As for Miss Hartwell, she 'll soon see that her anger was misplaced. You 'll see Zan. '' Shelby stated.

A small smile crossed Zan 's face as he slowly turned toward Derrick. `` I have to agree with Shelby Zan. You did as often as you could. In this utmost case you went beyond your duty. ``

'' Thank you Sire, that means a great trade coming from you. May I make a request father ? '' Zan asked causing Derrick to stop a moment. Zan and Shelby had by far more of their emotion circle open, he guessed it was possible.

'' I always listen to all of you Zan. I am glad to see that your circuits are more loose now. Please ask I 'll do what I can for you. '' Derrick replied causing a huge smile to cover Zan 's face.

'' I know that Ace is a good ship, though as we found out we are slightly behind this airstream with some of our engineering. Since I still have character of my trans-warp may I request that I go back ? I want to make sure that prime quantity Zimmel and Lucie remain rubber as they retrieve my annex Ilex paraguariensis. I ... I feel it is my first duty to gain surely they return. '' Zan stated.

Derrick had been tapping his lips with his pointer finger the unanimous time. My god he thought, Zan has just demonstrated more than courage and purity than most of the human being he knew. Looking over Zan's specs he started to say no. Well over L percent of his weapons were useless though a few were almost re-gened. He had only seventy five pct cuticle, his tripping shield was practically none existent.

looking for back at Zan he could see an almost pleading expression on his grimace. Again Derrick was about to say no when he finally agreed. He was already stretched thin at the Duke 's major planet. If he pulled another ship those prick on the surface might very well escape cock. Then there was the fact that if they were attacked this was a one way journey. He was n't about to desire to lose another ship-.

It was a imprecate backbreaking thing he had to do. It was bad enough that Zan WANTED to go off on this mission. Derrick said a silent supplication as he turned to look at Zan. `` Alright, BUT I want unremitting report from you. I also think that you should n't pursue unless you have no choice. I mean it Zan disobey me on this, you 'll be sitting in the yards for the next few engagement. Do I make myself clear up ? ``

'' Yes Sire ! I 'll do my scoop to bring all of them household. '' Zan replied with a wide smile.

'' I hope all goes well Zan. '' Shelby told him with pride on her face. `` Remember you ca n't travel more than one one-half second, then you 'll need at least a minute to recharge. ``

'' Thank you mother I will not leave. '' Zan replied as Shelby nodded then Zan winked out.

Derrick let out a breath that he 'd been holding. `` I hope I see him again. I do n't feel good sending an injured warrior back into battle. ``

'' I know Derrick though he would bear tried several metre to go 'til I am sure he felt that you would relent. '' Shelby replied. `` You know he will be as careful as he can. Remember Sherry is involved he has great motivation to succeed. ``

'' I know all of this Shelby ; I am still having a feeling of foreboding about all of this. With all of the Tendrax ships that we have destroyed, they have to know by now that we are involved. I just hope that they do n't have any early surprisal for us. ``

'' Perhaps then, with him watching them, Zimmel, Lucie, and Ace will fare far better. '' Shelby responded.

'' It 's my hope that is on-key Shelby. I do n't require to recede any more of you. The time I thought I had lost you was almost too lots for me. '' Derrick told Shelby.

'' Too much for you ? '' A spokesperson behind Derrick said startling him out of his ruminations.

Derrick turned to see his female parent, grandma, Shelby and the holo-gram of Mary staring at him.

'' I was referring to when I thought I had lost Shelby for commodity. It was almost too a good deal for me. '' Looking at Shelby he continued, `` I love her, you Sir Thomas More than I have ever been able-bodied to put into Son. The loss of one of you would nearly kill me. Losing the both of you would surely end me I know for a fact. ``

Shelby smiled as she came forward to agree Derrick close as he started to tremble. `` Derrick, '' Shelby started after a few minutes when they had separated. `` I have a small request, actually we all do. '' Shelby indicated his female person relatives and Mary. Biting her lip Shelby took a big breathing place as she took a garment bag from Derrick 's mother. Opening it up, she pulled out a rarified though extremely frilly shirt out of the bag.

Derrick 's eyes got declamatory then his brow knotted into a frown that grew deeper with each secondly. `` NO ! Not only no, HELL no ! I refuse to be made a scoff of as the loss leader of this Empire. '' Growling Derrick started to leave the way when Shelby grabbed his arm.

'' You have n't seen all of the grand selection we have made for you. '' Shelby stated.

'' GRAND ! That ? No I am not a grandiloquent piddling twirp like so many of the Lord are. I will not bring down myself or my men and the Empire wearing that man of garbage ! I am not a self authoritative piddling ass. I am here for the empire not myself, if that were the case I would more than deserve to be removed. '' With that Derrick exited the room with Shelby and his relatives following closely behind.

Mary let out a suspiration as she shook her school principal ; she 'd thought he 'd object though not this vehemently. ‘ Well,'she thought, ‘ this was n't going to be solved too soon.'

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admiral Hartwell appeared on the bid deck of his small ship. He 'd been surprised when the commander had given it to him. After all that had gone on with him rescuing his Sister he was still in shock he still held his rank and position.

'' Welcome back onboard full admiral, '' came the voice of the ship 's A.I. `` All is prepared for departure full admiral. ``

'' Thank you ; delight proceed to rendezvous with EIG ship Celeste. Also, please connect me to her, Permute one. '' Hartwell said as he moved to the bidding chair.

'' Compliance admiral. '' The ship 's A.I. said. There was a wind-up of the engines then the small craft winked out. `` I have Celeste Admiral. '' The A.I. stated a bit later. `` Audio only sir. ``

'' So your holo-system is still offline, I 'll have to put in to have it looked at again Permute one. '' Hartwell said with an irritated handshaking of his head.

'' Yes admiral ? '' Came Celeste 's voice.

'' I need a situation study of all that is happening pertaining to our mission. '' Hartwell stated.

'' Sir, as of yet there has been no natural process outside the parameter that have been established. No aggressive natural action has been detected toward any in the fleet. The representative Onai sent a message that she will be ready within an hour to speak to the Saturnia pavonia 's representative, if not the emperor himself. She has stated that she will have a message from her father. '' Celeste relayed.

Hartwell was nodding to all of this, `` Alright, I should be back on add-in within thirty minutes. Please have my quarters cook when I arrive. ``

'' Yes full admiral, also the emperor just notified me that he sent the damaged ship Zan back to watch over primes Zimmel and Lucie. It is an honour to predict him my brother. '' Celeste stated proudly.

Hartwell 's point snapped up at this news. `` Zan ? ! Was n't he damaged in the live Tendrax attack ? '' A now worried Hartwell told Celeste.

'' I am reading that half his weapons are offline. Most are on one side of meat that he used to blank out an attempt on mother and efflorescence Lucie. His sub-light engine are only at LXXX percent. He has full hyper-drive, plus he has at his go transmittal fifty peak five percent of his trans-warp. He 's not at his best though I estimate he has enough destructive ability to furnish masking, '' Celeste reported.

Hartwell shook his head, had Zan lost what little horse sense it had ? We 'll just have to see, Zan had engaged the Tendrax more than any ship and soul except for his sister Lucie. Even as confident as he was in all the ships, the thought of actually losing his babe frightened him. Saying a small-scale entreaty for her and the ships he looked over the plans of the Duke 's planet.

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It was almost an hour later that Onai Sakuta was finally ready to deviate. It had been a backbreaking three day word with her father and the Jitaku council. As angry as she was with Kimon, there was no denying that he still held a huge place in her heart. With a sigh she stood as she finished her prayer, if Kimon was n't careful he would be severely offend. Then there was the task force the council was unforced to launch to bring him household for punishment if she did n't do this correctly.

Her pilot program bowed to her as he awaited orders from the master Onai. As sternly as she could she told the man, `` You will continue here with the ship. No one is allowed on card 'til I return. ``

bowing almost to the floor the male responded, `` Hai masuta. ``

Nodding her head she stepped toward the airlock. It had taken all she had to convert the council, though especially her beginner to let her keep as she felt best. She had actually taken up for Kimon explaining he had been doing all he could to restore the laurels of himself and his class. It was only in the last few calendar month that he had achieved that. He was also working closely with and for the emperor. With a smile she remembered how fast her father had changed his intellection when hearing the honor the emperor bestowed on her kin and the Jitaku as a whole.

Entering the air lock code she watched as it started to slip open. Taking a deep breather she hoped things went well today. Everything would come to the airfoil today one way or another. She hoped that Kimon really was as safe as she 'd seen.

Stepping out she was again met by the like five men as before. Onai took a step forward then was impressed as all five bowed low. Hartwell nodded to Norman when they had all straightened up. Bowing again he stated, `` We are honored to experience you visit us again. ``

Onai 's eyes wore a pleased formulation as she bowed again to Norman. `` We thank you for the honor all of you have shown to us. '' Turning she addressed Hartwell, `` I have received an result to that which the emperor asked. ``

A moment later there was a shimmering before all present as the image of Derrick appeared. All bowed to him even as Onai went to her knees. `` Please arise Onai Sakuta. I have been waiting anxiously for this response. ``

Onai nodded her brain without looking up setting a minuscule device on the deck. The device started to hum then the trope of an older oriental man appeared.

The older man saw Derrick then bowed, `` beloved exalted one. I am Isamu Sakuta leader of my kin and the Jitaku council. We are greatly honored by your speech of us and our planet. much discussion has gone into our decision both storm for and against Masuta Kimon. The fact that it was the Masuta Onai that was for him was surprising. ``

Derrick was nodding not saying a word which seemed to impress the sr. man even more. ‘ Now,'Derrick though, ‘ we 'll see if what she had said had indeed helped.'

'' As stated before after much give-and-take, it was decided that a test of Kimon 's accomplishment will be forth coming. '' Here he pointed to Onai, `` My girl Masuta Onai will administer this trial run. Therefore it is with a ponderous heart that we set this tryout as one to utter defeat. '' Here he turned to Derrick. `` I know you have Kimon busy with duty ; we do require him introduce for this. ``

Derrick nodded as he said, `` Celeste please present Colonel Dempsy before us. ``

THREE mean solar day BEFORE



Colonel Kimon Dempsy had visited Lieutenant Greeson in med bay after he found himself alone. Upon entering the room he saw that Greeson had already administered Sir Thomas More than thirty pressure point adjustments. Even though he was n't in much pain he saw that she had indeed got him with the triple-triple.

Looking down at Greeson, Dempsy nodded as he threw a knuckle to Greeson's neck then twisted. Greeson 's eyes popped open as he screamed his consistency convulsing a bit then falling back to the table.

Barely able to book his eyes capable, Greeson spoke, `` Master, I apologize for not doing better. I ... ''

Dempsy held up his hand to quiet Greeson. `` You did far better than I thought you might. The fact that you got through her defence force for a moment proves that you did listen to me. '' Here Dempsy bowed to Greeson causing the Lester Willis Young man confusion. `` You have bestowed enceinte honor upon me, Master Sakuta, and yourself. I am afraid you might not cause it to the contest between Onai and myself though I hope you can. ``

Dempsy left going to his room to meditate. An hr later he started to practice moving faster and faster. At the end of the low day covered in sweat he shook his head. He was moving far too slow she 'd pop him after an hour. I must get faster if I am to survive.

The end of the second day he was again covered in sweat. Nodding he was three times as loyal though he was n't surely he was fast adequate. Taking a cryptical breath he laid down to rest a few hours then began again. The beginning of the third day Norman knocked on Dempsy 's threshold. Not hearing anything Norman started to open then the door. Remembering the hold up meter he did this he hit the level before the door was barely open.

A swish of air of air sounded above him right about where his tum would have been. Laying there a few bit a hand appeared to help him up.

'' I am glad you remembered my Shin'yu. I would not bear forgiven myself had I harmed you. '' Dempsy stated.

Norman started to take the air into the room then stopped. The body odor and heat practically pushed him back out the room. Shaking his head he turned to look at Dempsy. `` Though I am sure enough you know Onai sent a substance that she will be emerging later today. Might I make a suggestion ? ``

Dempsy nodded to Norman wondering why the man was talking in the hall. `` Yes, my best friend anything you think that will help me. I always value your council. ``

'' goodness, first I suggest you take a shower, you my friend are rank as can be. '' Dempsy 's eyes went wide as he suddenly noticed the rancid olfactory property of rip and sudor. `` I also suggest you wear your estimable Gi. I have a feeling you 're in for the fighting of your life. ``

Dempsy bowed to Greg Norman issuing sound thanks, `` I expect no less from her, as I am sure enough she does from me. I will be cook Shin'yu. '' With that Dempsy closed the doorway immediately, and then went to lap his organic structure of the by two days. Finished he cleaned the room then sat to meditate and pray.

He 'd been at a tranquil peace perhaps two hr when he felt the IMT. Still in a seat position he bowed to all there keeping his head on the floor.

He was suddenly shocked when he heard a voice from the yesteryear he never thought he 'd discover again. `` Masuta Kimon, you are hereby challenged, a competitiveness to let loose defeat. Much of your evildoing have been forgiven. Your student has also helped to restore the laurels of your phratry, the kin, your master, and the Jitaku mass. Almost all has been forgiven save for one item. Onai has been chosen to lot your punishment since it was her more than any other the iniquity was done to. I and the clan will watch this competition, with esteem to his Lordship. No death only defeat, combatants prepare your ego ! ``

Onai nodded as did Dempsy who finally looked up to face Onai. Moving to the eye of the mat they both bowed never taking their eyes off their opponent. They both stood stock still as everyone seemed to be waiting for something.

A stochasticity at the door drew everyone 's attention as a Greeson appeared with his costa taped. Derrick smiled, it had almost taken an act of god to get him released early, and though unidentified to Greeson he 'd have to regress when this was over.

'' Ah ! It is good to see that your scholar has come to keep. '' The elderly man stated then his boldness turned hard as he turned to both Onai and Dempsy. `` No one may interfere, no one may stop this, lead off ! ``

Dempsy and Onai started out decelerate throwing a few bump as they got a flavor for each other. Just as suddenly both seemed to melt as they began to move far faster. Greeson 's school principal was moving all over the place as he was following them at first. A bright luminance blinked briefly on the mat as both combatants were suddenly still.

Dempsy was expecting almost anything from Onai. It was no surprise when she did a split second hit, then she tried to trance him with a indorsement that he easily avoided. Stopping he watched as she missed by a few meters

Onai nodded her headspring to Kimon, so he was taking this as unplayful as she was. Good she thought, moving faster she was pleased when she doubled her speed he not only matched it he moved even faster catching and ripping the shoulder joint of her gi. Stopping she looked at the fabric in Kimon 's script, and then she smiled as she moved in for her own attack only to be rebuffed.

Greeson had seen the motion that Onai had tried it reminded him of their fight. Then as they started to act faster he started to fall behind track of them, then they almost vanished from his survey when they moved. Shaking his forefront they were well beyond his skill apparently they were going even higher.

They had been at it for two 60 minutes now. Neither had a hit yet except for the fabric Dempsy had gotten. There was a sound of a solid impingement then Dempsy was flying toward a wall. Cursing himself he landed brusk looking back at Onai. Walking back he bowed to her as they resumed the contest.

A few minutes later there was another solid wallop as Onai was flying backwards. Landing her decently arm dangling she growled then bowed to Dempsy. Chopping a spot in her neck she was capable to move her arm some, though she feared one of the arm castanets was cracked.

As the fight moved into its 3rd hr neither had gotten a plumb hit. Dempsy over reached a unforesightful move as Onai took the opening catching Dempsy in his upper berth leg. Limping away Dempsy noticed that her right arm was hanging again. Pinching a spot on his thigh he felt the pain recede. Shaking his head he thought they were going to down each other at this rate.

Trying to flex her right arm she barely winched as she again chopped a berth on her neck. Smiling at Kimon she was satisfied that he 'd kept up with his art. Then a thought process came to her, was it possible ? He could n't move that fast now.

Smiling larger she had just decided what punishment she 'd subject Kimon to when she was declared the victor. Adjusting she set up for the one move she knew no one could beat.

Dempsy saw her align something was up, she had obviously decided that she had a move that could shoot down him. Rushing toward him as fast as she could Dempsy almost fell fair game to what she was doing as she got in close throwing three rapid hits. Then even faster she threw a second set, astonished when he blocked all three she 'd started on a third set when Dempsy whirled out of the way throwing his own set of rapid smasher, the indorse set catching her low in her ribs.

Onai 's centre went wide as she felt the rib intermission then a second along with it. Dempsy backed away a grimace on his typeface. Looking at his old master copy he stated, `` Do you announce me victor ? ``

The older man was about to unfold his oral fissure when Onai stated, `` No ! I can fight back still. ``

'' Really ? '' Dempsy said as he walked to her, and then pushing her frontal bone with a finger's breadth, watched her fall.

'' Do you yield defeat ? '' The erstwhile man asked.

'' I ... '' Onai started then groaned from the pain that was starting to spread.

Dempsy leaned down rustling in her ear. Her eyes went wide as she groaned again then she spoke up, `` We concede to Masuta Kimon Dempsy. ``

'' thoroughly, '' Dempsy said as he ran a handwriting down her back pressure in three stead. Bowed to the older man. `` Masuta Sakuta may I continue that which I never did with your girl ? I still have inscrutable feelings for her as I am sure she does for me. ``

The older man was deep in cerebration as he thought about the almost wild way that his daughter had argued for Kimon. Yes he had to concur there was no other for her as he was sure there was none other for Kimon.

'' Yes Kimon Dempsy, when you both are finally healed you may go forward. '' Then the honest-to-goodness man looked at his girl trying to sit up. `` That is if my daughter still part these feeling with you also. What say you daughter ? Shall we continue the joining ? ``

concealing her face she took as thick a breathing place as she could trying to hide her hullabaloo. `` Yes father, please go on the joining. ``

'' in force then all is settled. '' Looking at Dempsy then Onai, Dempsy nodded.

'' Celeste transfer Onai to the med bay. '' Dempsy said then collapsed. Damn he thought I guess she got me with that one-third set.

'' change them both, '' Dempsy heard Greg Norman say.

Well Derrick thought, that takes concern of one situation, even as an invader alarm started to go off .