Onward With Love…
Chapter Thirty
By
Planet
Zazba
11th
of May, 2206
0725
Earth Hours
Derek got up
first and began to get dressed, glancing over to his sleeping wife. He put on
his boots. He noticed their little friend sleeping near Nova, like a cat would
near your feet. He grabbed his gun and went back to the ship, picking up the
transponder that Nova left near the door. He walked out of the cave and made
his way up the ridge to place the transponder. ‘Gosh it’s cold out here,
lucky for us we found that spot’ he thought to himself. He climbed higher
and higher so he could place it somewhere that they can read it. He stood high
and look around him ‘wow nothing for miles but snow and ice’ he thought
as he put the transponder down in the snow and switched it on. Then turned
around and made his way down the mountain back to the Cosmo Hound. He started
to look over the ships communication system, turning it on and off in hopes
that he would get something, ‘Damn nothing, I’ll work more on it later’ he
thought. Giving up after trying for over 30 minutes he left the ship and went
back to where Nova was.
He stood
over his wife’s sleeping body, lean over and began to shake her lightly. “Nov, hey wake up its morning.”
Nova eyes
open slowly and turn to look him in the face, “Hey.”
“Hey, how
are you, feel better?”
“Yeah” she
smiled up at him then realized that she was naked under the blankets. “Is my
uniform dry?”
“Should be let
me check” he walked over to where he hung her clothes and check “Yeah it’s dry”
he said as he brought it over to her. “Here you go.”
“Thanks.”
she said as she dressed.
“I took the
transponder to the ridge and turned it on. Now we wait some more and hope that
they come back soon.”
“And what do
we do in the mean time, Skipper?”
“We can go
explore further into the cave and see what we find, but first we should look
over the Cosmo Hound.”
Nova looked
down and saw the furry little creature lying next to where she was. “Do we have
a new pet?”
“I think
it’s looking for a friend we’ll deal with him later. Let’s go and see if we can
fix the ship before we go for that walk.”
“Right Captain.”
They walked
over and began to look over the ship’s engine. Derek pulled open the burnt
panel and saw the controls, ‘burnt from the blast’ Wildstar thought then shook
his head. “Doesn’t look like we’ll be able to fix it, it’s a miracle that we
made it down in one piece”
“Nothing,
Derek?”
“Nope, nothing,
let’s hope that they are able to be back within the week or else we’re gonna
have to make it back to the base.”
“You think
we can get the communications back up?”
“You can
try, but I doubt it.”
Nova walked
into the ship and began to work through all the communications wires. “If I can
just get the power generator to charge maybe we’ll be able to get enough juice
to get it started.”
“Nov, it’s
not gonna work.”
“Have you
even tried?” she snapped.
“Actually,
yeah I have this morning when you were sleeping. Not even Sandor is going to
get the thing working.”
She blew
some hair from her face and took another look at the panel still determined to
fix the communication system. As she
move wires around and connected some together she stood back and looked over to
Derek. “I guess the damn thing is broken.”
Derek smiled
at her and said “Told you, but I like to see you get dirty.”
“Well, Captain
maybe it’s time for that walk.”
“Okay let’s
go and explore,” he said as he held out his hand. They walked deeper into the
cave looking around at the rocks and lava tubes. They both touch and looked at
the lavacicles that were formed on the walls and ceilings on the cave walls.
Further down they came to a lava pillar that stood about 20 feet up almost
touching the ceiling. Nova ran her hand down touching the pillar that was black
and smooth almost like an onyx feeling.
“This is
beautiful,” Nova said still looking up at the pillar.
“Sure is.”
Derek said as he walked over to another opening. “Hey, this looks interesting.”
“What is
it?” Nova lean over and looked in his direction.
“This cave
looks like it runs for miles into the mountain.”
“Should we
follow it?”
“Naw, it
looks like it will take hours. Hey there little one, are you following us?”
Derek looked down as he felt the little creature rubbing against his leg.
“I think we
have a new pet, Derek.”
“Well I
don’t know, but then again we haven’t seen any other ones.” Derek bent down and
began to pet the little creature.
“Why don’t
we take him back with us?”
“We’ll see I
don’t want to take it away from its habitat.”
“Oh come on
Pesty here will be a great pet for the Argo.” Nova picked it up and it rubbed
its self against her.
“Oh no,”
Derek whine with a grin.
“What?”
“You gave it
a name I think we just got ourselves a new pet.”
“Did not.”
“Pesty, if
that’s not a name then I don’t know what is.”
Nova giggled
at him, he knew her all too well. “Maybe we should get back, looks like these
caves can go on forever and we don’t want to get lost in here, no one will ever
find us.”
“I think
your right, okay Pesty let’s get back to the ship.” Derek said looking at Nova
and their new found friend and pet.
Walking back
to the cave’s entrance they stopped to hear voices coming from where the ship
was. Derek looked over to Nova and put his finger over his lips. Nova nodded
and stood behind him. Derek looked around the cave wall and saw two images
standing near the ship. As one walked into the light he saw him in a Bolar
uniform. ‘Damn, not now’ he
thought to himself. He turned to Nova and pointed to the back of the cave, and
made their way there.
In a low
voice Nova asked “What are we going to do?”
“You stay
here and stay out of sight.” Derek told her. “Oh damn, were did Pesty go?” They
both looked towards the opening and watched as Pesty made his way towards the
two Bolar soldiers.
“Hey Taven,
look at that thing.”
“Must be one
of the creatures that live here, leave it alone we have to see if anyone is
still here.”
“In this
cold planet, I don’t think anyone would have survived the freezing
temperature.” Kainier said.
“Yeah, well,
we better check it out anyway. Don’t want to go back to the General and tell
him that we didn’t look over the cave. Let’s split up, I’ll take the cave to
the left and you take the one on the right.”
“Okay, but
let’s not take a year and a day to get out of here. This place gives me the
creeps.”
“Let’s just get this over with…it’s cold in
here.” Taven said.
They both headed
in different direction. Derek looked over to where Nova was and motioned her to
stay put, then headed in the direction of the Bolar soldier Taven went into.
Nova watched as Derek went into the cavern after the Bolar soldier. She stayed
within the shadows out of sight. She began to lean forward to take another look
and slipped on a rock. Falling to the ground she quickly got up to see the
other bolar soldier standing in front of her.
“Get up.”
Kainier said as he pointed his weapon at her.
She stared
up and got up slowly, putting her arms up in surrender.
“Who else is
with you?”
“No one,
it’s just me.”
“You’re
lying, now who else is with y . . . .” he was ready to ask when he felt
something on his leg. “What? You again, get out of here.” he said as he kicked
Pesty to the side.
“Don’t do
that.” Nova snapped at him.
“Or what,
what can it do to me. He’s just an ugly little creature.”
“Just don’t
hurt him.”
Kainier
grabbed Nova by the arm and began to pull at her when Pesty started to make a
snarling noise and his eyes began to grow bigger in size. He showed teeth that
Nova and Derek didn’t see before. With fierce anger he jumped up and began to
tear with his hands at the Bolar soldier. The soldier reached to Nova again and
then Pesty began to dig its claws into his body.
“Make it
stop, HELP! Make it stop,” he yelled out. Each time he reached for Nova Pesty
became more enraged trying to protect her from him.
On the other
side of the cave Taven heard the screams that came from the direction that his
partner went and turn to run to his rescue. Running towards the entrance of his
cave he smacked straight into Wildstar. He drew his weapon, but not quick
enough to shoot. Wildstar squeezed his trigger setting off his weapon taking
Taven down. Wildstar checked his pulse ‘dead’
he said and then ran in the direction of the screams. Wildstar ran as fast as
he could and came up to a scene from the animal kingdom. The little furry
creature that they befriended was attacking the other Bolar soldier. Every time
he reached out for Nova to help him Pesty began more enraged and attack him
more furiously.
“Nova!”
Wildstar yelled over the noise that Pesty was making and waved her over.
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“Derek!” She said making her way over
to him and jumped into his arms…placing her face into his chest not wanting to
look at what was happening.
Derek held
her in his arms and moved away from the scene that took place. He walked her
out of the cavern and pulled her away from him checking to see if she was hurt.
“Are you alright?”
“Yes,” Nova
shook in his arms. “He attacked him when he grabbed me.”
“Looks like he was protecting you from getting hurt.” Wildstar said when the screams stopped
and they both turned to see as Pesty came from around the corner. Slowly
walking over to Nova the little creature began to rub against her leg. Derek
and Nova bent down and began to pet him on the head. “Thank you, Pesty. You
helped out a lot with the Bolars.” Derek said as Pesty rub then curled up next
to them. “Looks like he’ll be coming back with us, after all he saved your life.”
Derek said as he stroked her face.
“We’d better
prepare for more Bolars. Once they don’t check in they’ll come looking for
them.”
“Yeah, you’re
right babe, you stay here with Pesty. I’m sure that you will be safe with him.
I’m gonna check out the entrance of the cave and also the ship.”
“Derek,
please be careful.” She pulled at his arm.
“No worries babe, be back soon.” He said and gave her a kiss on the
forehead.
He walked
back to the ship and began to take out charges to set around the outside of the
cave. He placed them 10 yards away and then returned back to the ship taking
the remaining supplies and went back to where Nova and Pesty were.
“Well?” Nova
looked at him relieved that he came back.
“I set some
charges just in case. We better find some other way out. Once those chargers
are set off, it will cause an avalanche. Let’s go.” He said as he started to
pick up their supplies.
“Okay,” She
said then pick up Pesty. “Come on Pesty, your coming with us. Which way Captain?”
“Let’s try
that one tunnel. I felt air coming from there maybe it’s another way out.”
“Lead the
way.”
They walked
down further into the caverns with Pesty in tow. The wind pick up as they made
their way further into the tunnel. They soon walked into an opening that glowed
from the sunlight high above. Nova and Derek could feel the cold air coming
down hitting their faces. Derek looked around the cavern and saw an easy way
up.
“Looks like
we have to head up, you stay down here with Pesty. I’ll climb up and see where
it leads.” He said and then saw the concern face she had. “I promise I’ll be
alright.”
With a half
smirk Nova looked at Pesty that was still in her arms. “I’ll be okay Derek. I
have Pesty here for protection.”
He gave them
one final look and then began to climb up the wall. Nova could see him climb
higher and higher until he was close to the opening. Derek pulled himself up and out looking
around to where they were. From the distance he could see over the mountain. He
walked over to the edge and looked out past the ridge. He could tell they
weren’t that far off the hidden base, ‘We must be close’ he walked a
little further down and spotted a ship flying around as if they were looking
for someone or something. He dive into the snow and covered himself with it so
that they could not see him. He watched as they flew by several times and then
flew off into the sunset. Wildstar quickly got up and ran back to the opening
of the cavern and made his way down to where Nova and Pesty waited.
“What did
you see?”
“We aren’t
that far from the base, maybe a few miles. Also there’s a ship out there
looking around and it’s not one of ours.”
“Bolar?”
“I really
couldn’t make it out, but it could be.” He said.
“So now what do we do? With the Bolars still in the area it won’t be safe for the
Argo to come get us.”
“Don’t worry
Nova, Sandor’s a smart guy, they’ll just wait them out. Too bad Pesty here
can’t show us the way to the base.”
“That would
come in handy. Well skipper, which way?”
“Let’s try
down here.”
EDF
Battleship Argo
3rd
Fleet
14,000
light years from Planet Zazba
Acting
Captain Commander Stephen Sandor’s quarters
“Sir, I
don’t think by punishing her will help at this point.” Pesci said “We will need
her for the search of the Captain, plus she is one of our best pilots.”
“It’s still
no excuse for her hot dogging out there. She could’ve gotten someone killed!”
Sandor yelled at him.
“I
understand sir and I will take care of her punishment personally.”
“Send her in
here.” Sandor ordered as he fumed over what she did.
‘”Yes sir,”
Pesci saluted and walked out of his quarters and into the hall. He looked over
to Yvey that was standing against the wall listening to everything that was
said.
“He sounds
pretty mad,” Yvey looked down as she questioned Pesci.
“That pretty
much covers it, you better get in there. I’ll hand down your punishment when
he’s done.” he said under his breath.
Yvey stood
tall in her 5 foot frame and walked into Sandor’s stateroom. She saluted then
stood at attention. “Lieutenant Yvette Ortiz reporting as ordered.”
Sandor stood
behind his desk and looked at her, “Lieutenant, it’s not like you to get cocky
out there. But today you showed poor judgment, almost causing someone to get
killed.”
“Sir, I had
the enemy in sight I was just checking my tail when . . .”
“Don’t give
me bull, Lieutenant. You used poor judgment and you almost killed your fellow
pilot. Captain Wildstar wouldn’t stand for this and neither will I. Now I will
leave the punishment up to your team leader. So better thank him that I don’t
hand down the order, because if I did you would be grounded from flying even
after we return to Earth. Do I make myself clear!?” Sandor said feeling her hatred
towards him at that moment.
“Sir may I
speak off the record,” Yvey asked.
“No, there
nothing more to say, dismiss Lieutenant. I am sure that Commander Pesci has a
job for you to do.” Sandor sat down and stared her down. ‘She’s not my fiancée
she’s my officer and I have to treat her as such’ he thought to himself.
“Yes sir,”
was all she could say. She saluted and then turned to leave his quarters.
“Yvey.”
She turned
around and looked at him “Yes sir.” She said softly.
“I’m sorry
to be so harsh, but I am the captain now and I have to act no different than
Wildstar would. We still have to maintain the same protocol that he and Nova
would. And in all consolation I do love you.”
Yvey smiled
at him, “No te preocupar, papi. I still love you too.”
He gave her
a smirk back and gave her a motion to go. Sitting down he lean back at his
chair and took a deep breath. ‘Wildstar I hope that you’re alright.’
Yvey walked
back to the hanger and stood before Pesci and Howard. “Sir,
ma’am, Lieutenant Yvette Ortiz reporting.”
“Well Lieutenant,
I’m sure that the captain has said more than enough about what happened. I
won’t give you a repeat of how angry he was as well as myself.
You are to report to the flight pad at 0500 tomorrow and help with the scrub
down. Also you are grounded for two days and if you pull that stunt again
you’ll be grounded for the remainder time out here. Do I make myself clear?”
Pesci said with heavy heart. He didn’t want it to come to this but if the
Captain was still here he would have dealt with her the same way.
“Yes sir.”
“Dismiss
Lieutenant.” Howard said.
They watched
as Yvey headed off the flight pad and out of sight. Pesci then turned to his
wife and smiled.
“She’s a
good pilot Pesh, but it wasn’t like her to act that way. Do you think we were a
little hard on her?”
“Denise as
one of our team leaders she has to set a perfect example to the others. If she
shows off like that then everyone else thinks they can do it. She almost took
out
“I guess
you’re right” Howard said. “I’ll go check on her and make sure she doesn’t beat
Springer to a pulp. You go check on Sandor.”
“That’s why
I love you so much you always know what I’m thinking.”
Sandor was
just finishing up on reports before beginning what happen in the captain’s log
when he heard a knock on the door. “Enter.”
Pesci walked
in and saluted then stood at attention.
“At ease Commander.”
“Sir,
Lieutenant Ortiz will report to the flight deck at 0500 tomorrow morning for
her extra duty. I have also grounded her two days from flying her star fighter.
Sir she wasn’t too happy about that.”
“She’s damn
lucky I didn’t give her her punishment or else it would have been a week or
longer. There was no excuse for her to act cocky, she should have known
better.”
“Yes sir,”
Pesci couldn’t say any more about that. “Sandor what do we do now?”
“We wait and
hope that when we return back to Zazba that our Captain and Deputy Captain are
still alive.”
“How long do
we wait sir?”
“One day but
considering that it looks like the whole Bolar fleet is there we might just
have to wait a little longer.”
“Do you
think that they are still alive?”
“We have to
think they are. I really don’t like taking command of a whole fleet. It’s not
exactly what I wanted in EDF but I’m stuck with the job now. Pesci to tell you
the truth, I’m not cut out for this. Dash or even Eager is more suited for this
job. My hair is turning gray as we speak.”
Pesci
laughed “I’m sure that the Captain knew what he was doing when he left you in
charge. If he has his confidence in you then I know that you can do the job.”
“Do you
think I should go see Yvey now?”
“Uh Sandor I
think its best you stay away for a day or two, at least until she calms down a
little. She may have handled her sentencing calm, but I hate to be the one that
sets her off.”
“Oh damn,
maybe we need to keep her and Springer apart for a day or so.”
“Yeah I
think your right. Howard is going over to their stateroom now. Let’s hope that
she intervenes before Springer’s set her off.” Pesci rolled his eyes, crossed
his chest and then gave a hail Mary in hopes that
nothing more will happen with their friends temper.
“Knock, knock can I come in?” Howard asked as she peeked into the room.
Yvey looked
up and gave her a half smile. “Sure I’m not too mad, so you’re safe. I’m sorry
Denise I didn’t mean to get you caught up in this. I should have known better,
Nova and Wildstar would have said the same thing. I hope that you’re not too
mad at me.”
“Oh come on
Yvey, you’re still my friend. We all have managed to separate our personal and
professional lives. So nothing’s changed. Are you going to be alright with not
getting into the cockpit?”
“I guess I’m
happy that Stephen didn’t hand down that part, he would have me doing pots and
pans for the duration of this mission.”
“Well that’s
why he had me and Pesci give you that punishment. He didn’t want you to think
that he was trying to keep you out of flying. Although I’m sure he would love
that, but then again so would Pesh and the Captain.”
“Denise do you think their alright on the planet? I mean the hound didn’t look good
going down.”
“If I know
the Captain he has some cam lights lit up and is romancing Nova,” Denise smirked
at the thought.
They both
laughed at what she said when Springer walked into the room. “Well, well, well
if isn’t the Argo Sorority. What’s the new gossip around ship?”
“Why don’t
you just shut up for once, you bleach blonde bimbo,” Yvey snapped at her.
“You
brainless dip stick,” Springer snapped back.
“Ladies
please, I think we have more to deal with then make rude remarks to one
another.” Howard said as she rolled her eyes to the two.
“I hear that
our dear Lieutenant Tolbert is aboard the Argo, too bad that our Captain and
Deputy Captain aren’t aboard it might have gotten interesting,” Springer purred
at the thought of gossip.
“You know
something you’re a real piece of work. I don’t know what Delvechio saw in you
the first time. Although I know what he see in you now. You’re nothing more
than a hump in the road for him now. Once we’re back on Earth he’s going to
drop you like a bad space rash.” Howard snared at her.
“What did he
say to you?” Springer said, as Howard knew that she struck a nerve.
“Yvey let’s
go, I think we should check out what our acting Captain and your fiancé has got
in store.” Howard glared over to Springer and knew that she hit a sore spot
with her by saying that. “By the way have you two set a date yet?” she
continued as they walked out the door and headed to the bridge laughing.
Planet
Zazba
Resistance
Headquarters
Main
Control Room
“We better
send out a rescue unit that was Captain Wildstar’s ship that went down.” Namir
said to the Queen.
“Your right
Namir, but its best that they go through the caverns, it will be safer.”
Mariposa said.
“Lance
Corporal Crowley.” Namir called over one of the Marines that Wildstar left
behind. “We need you in the search for the Captain. Your highness, we need one
of the best trackers you have, someone that knows their way around the
caverns.”
“Tan get me
someone that knows those caverns like the back of their hand.”
“Yes your
Highness,” he bowed and left the room.
Lance
Corporal Crowley stood next to Namir and said “I will need at least one more
person in the search for Captain Wildstar”
“Kiran, you
will assist in the search,” Namir ordered.
“Yes sir.”
“Namir, look
on the screen,” Mariposa pointed.
“Bolar
fighters, looks like their searching for the Cosmo Hound. We better move it. I
don’t want them to get to the captain first.”
“Where is
Tan? We need to move quickly!” Mariposa began to pace around the control room.
Tan walked
in and following behind him someone that seemed to look like a young girl. “Tan, who is this?” Mariposa asked.
“Your
Highness, this is Jasna,” Tan said as he bowed to the queen.
“Tan she is
a child, I thought we had everyone evacuated?”
“I AM NOT A
CHILD.” Jasna spoke with defiance.
“I cannot allow
a child . . .” Mariposa started to say.
“Your
highness, I can assure you that she is the best. She knows those caverns with
her eyes closed. Jasna began exploring them since she was only 4 years old. If
anyone can find them it will be her.” Tan said.
“We don’t
have much time, if Tan says she is the best then so be it. Lance Corporal
Crowley you’re in charge. What will you need to go in the caverns?” Namir
asked.
“Those
Caverns can go on for miles, there are many paths. But if your captain is smart
as we all think he is. He will find the Cave that brings in the wind. We will
go there first. We will need lights and water, or do any of you men need more
to carry?” Jasna asked in the direction of the two soldiers to which they both
gave her a dirty look.
“I think we
will be able to keep up.”
“Good then
let’s go, we have not a minute to lose.” she said as she grabbed some lantern
and water canteen.
Namir gave
out a laugh and smirk at the gusty little girl, “You two better get going, keep
an eye out for her. Or should I assume she will be looking out for you two.”
Into the caves . . . .
For hours
they walked through caves, Jasna walked quickly huffing ever so often as she
looked back to the two men trying to keep up.
“Will you
two hurry up!” Jasna said as she looked behind her.
“Look little
girl, no need to be a smart ass, and keep your voice down. We don’t want to
attract any Bolars if they’re in here.”
“Then
keep up!” she snapped back sucking on her teeth like a teenager would. As they
went further and further into the caves, Jasna continue to walk at a high pace
almost making the other two soldiers begin a trout like run. She took them
through small narrow caves and Caves that opened up to huge caverns that a
castle could fit in.
“They were
here.”
“But where
are they now?” Kiran asked.
Jasna walked
over to the entrance of the cave and saw a body. Letting out a gasp she held
her hand to her face.
“No one,
they must have tried to make their way back to the base.”
Jasna stood
at the entrance and pointed outside. “Over here, foot prints.”
“Stay where
you are, don’t move!”
Jasna stood
still and watched as they walked over to her slowly “Don’t move,”
“Yea, but
what are you going to do?”
“I need
something like a mirror for the beam. I’m gonna slide it easily here and it
will cut the beam off. Jasna on my mark get over here 1 2 3 NOW!” he yelled.
She ran as fast as she could into Kiran arms, quickly
“How did you
know that was there?” Kiran asked.
“I saw the
beam when a cloud past by outside. I knew then that the Captain must have set
them up. After they killed the bolar soldier, which means they’re still alive.
Jasna are you alright?”
She nodded
her head and then gain back her composure “They had to go that way, it’s the
only way.”
“Let’s go we
have no time to waste.”
“Derek can
we take a rest, we’ve been walking for hours and I’m pretty beat.”
“Sure babe,
over here. We can rest over here.”
“It feels
like we’ve walked every tunnel in this place and not getting anywhere. How long
have we been walking?”
“Don’t know,
but maybe we should call it a day and set up camp here.” Derek looked at her
and could tell she was beat from all the walking. “I’ll get something to make a
fire. You set up those extra blankets we brought. How are you on ammo?”
Nova looked
over her weapon “I’m good, you go. I’ll be alright here with Pesty. Oh Derek?”
she said as he was ready to go.
“Yeah babe…”
“Don’t get
lost,” Nova smiled at him.
“I’ll try
not to. I’ll be right back,” he said giving her a wink and then turned to
leave.
Nova placed
the blankets down and then sat down. Pesty walked over to her and cuddle up
next to her. She petted him and wondered how they all came to this point then
began to talk out loud speaking to the strange little creature. “Pesty, when is
this ever going to end? I mean as long as I can remember my whole time with the
Star Force there hasn’t been peace for long. I want so much to have a baby and
I know Derek wants one too as much as I do if not more. But I don’t know about
having one in this mess. I just hope that this is all over soon enough. So Pesty what do you think? Do you think this will be over
soon? You’re just probably happy to be roaming these caverns looking for
friends. Are there more of you, I wonder?”
“Well I hope
that it’s all over too.” Derek said as he walked towards her.
“Where you eavesdropping?” Nova asked smiling as she saw her husband walk back to her
and Pesty.
“Sorry I
couldn’t help it,” he said as he put some wood he found down on the ground. “I
don’t think these will help but we can try. They might be a little damp”
“Well I
guess we will have to cuddle together to keep warm,” Nova giggled.
“So what are
we going to do about you?” he asked as he kneeled down beside her.
“Do about
what?”
“About making you happier. I’m sorry that this is all happening yet again. I only wish
I can make it all go away. So you and I can start a family, but to tell you the
truth, I really wouldn’t mind starting now.”
“I know
Derek, I know you would. Guess we have to wait and see what happens with our
next steps. Namir has a lot riding on his plan let’s hope that it works.”
“Considering
that Bemlayze has no clue that he is still alive it may just work.” He sat down
facing her and started to put the wood in a pile in hopes to make a small fire.
He began to try to make a fire, sparking a light enough to start a flame. “Well
I’ll be,” he said and then turned to see his wife drifting off to sleep. He
smiled at her and leaned over to cover her and then continue to get the fire
going a little higher. Lying next to her, he placed her head on his chest, than
gave her a kiss on the forehead as he whispered, “I love you.” Then he drifted
off to sleep himself.
“Which way now?” Kiran asked.
“Not sure,”
Jasna said as they all stood in the middle of the cavern that Derek climbed up.
“Over here.”
Kiran and
Jasna hurried to where he was and stood in one of the entrances of a tunnel.
“Do you smell that?”
“Smell
what?” Kiran asked.
“I smell
it,” Jasna said. “Do you think it’s them?”
“Who else
could it be? Let’s follow it.”
They walked
towards the scent of fire burning, “It seems like it’s coming from all of the
caverns, which way now?” Kiran asked.
“These caves
can get tricky, they make too many turns. Just when you think that you’re going
in the right direction, you’re actually going in circle. One wrong mistake and
you’ll wined up in the same place you started.” Jasna
informed then.
“The smell
seems stronger from this cave.”
“Wait,” she
said. “It may seem to come from one, it all depends were the wind is blowing.”
“What the
devil is that thing!?” Kiran said as he saw Pesty walking towards them. Kiran
raised his weapon at the small creature ready to shoot it when Jasna step in
front of him.
“No don’t
shoot, he is my friend!” she turned around and walked towards Pesty. “Hello
there my Bucue how have you been?” she said softly as she petted it on the
head. It began to rub itself on her hand.
“What is
it?”
“He is one
of the creatures that roam the caves. This is his home he lives off anything he
can get his hands on.”
They walked
for about 20 minutes when
“He knows
everything that is in these caves. If he knows where they are he will take us
there or do you still intend to shoot him?”
Which
They walked
more into the cave when the smell of burning wood became stronger.
“Sir”
Wildstar
jumped and grabbed his weapon ready to shoot. He was surprised to see the
Corporal standing over him and Nova. “Lance Corporal Crowley, it’s good to see
you.” Wildstar smiled at him as
“Not yet
sir, Captain Namir sent us to find you and bring you back to the base.”
“We?”
“Yes sir,
this is Kiran and this little lady here is Jasna. She is the one that guided us
through the caves.”
“Well thank
you Jasna, let me wake up my Deputy Captain so that we can get started and return
back to the base.” Wildstar said then knelt down to wake Nova “Nova wake up, we
gotta go.”
Slowly she
opened her eyes and saw Derek looking down on her. As she looked over his
shoulder she saw
“No, but
Namir sent in a rescue crew to locate us.” He said as he helped her to her
feet. “This is Kiran and Jasna”
“Hello, how
did you find us?” Nova asked.
“Bucue
brought us to you,” Jasna said.
“Bucue?”
Nova and Wildstar asked as they both looked at each other.
“This is
Bucue” Jasna pointed to their friend Pesty.
“So that is
your name?” Nova bent down and picked him up, “that is twice now that you have
saved me. Thank you Bucue.”
“Sir I hate
to break up all the introduction but we should be getting back,”
“Your
right,” Wildstar then looked over to Jasna and said “Jasna, considering you
know these caves more than we do, you lead the way.”
“Yes sir!”
she said feeling grateful that he didn’t treat her like a child. “This way sir.”
They all
walked through the caves Nova behind Jasna, Wildstar closely behind Nova and
Kiran and
“Jasna, how
old are you?” Nova asked.
“I am 19 in
your earth years.”
“So young,
but I was young when we started out for Iscandar. It’s a shame that we have to
grow up so fast when it comes to war. Do you have family, Jasna?”
“I have a
little brother, my mother and he left with the evacuees. I stayed behind with
my uncle Tan to help in headquarters. They all think I am too young, but I can
hold my own. If boys my age can fight so can I.” Nova smirked at the young
women, she too remembered when they told her that she was a girl that she need to stay home and let the men fight. Jasna was head
strong as she was when they left for Iscandar.
“How old is
your brother, Jasna?”
“He is 12 of
your earth years, and can’t wait until he can join the resistance. But I’m
hoping that this will be all over and he wouldn’t have to join. I don’t want
this for him, or any other child. If I fight now he won’t have to later.”
“That’s very
admirable of you, I too know the feeling. Let’s hope that all goes well and
your brother will never have to fight,” Nova smiled at her.
“Thank you
ma’am,” she said then turned to Wildstar “We should rest here, and we can
continue back in the morning.”
“Right,”
Wildstar said. “
“Well sir,
the Argo has made a warp to unknown space. The Bolars are still in the out
skirts of the planet. They have not yet landed to search for the base. I don’t
know why, I would think that they would invade and seek out the base, but all
they have done is send out recon groups to look around, but it just doesn’t
make sense. It’s just strange.”
“I see that
does sound strange,” Wildstar sat with the men and rubbed his face. “We better
stay on our toes, Lance Corporal Crowley you and Kiran can get some sleep. I’ll
stand watch. You are going to need it.”
“Sir I’m
alright I can stand watch first,”
“No, get
some rest I can’t depend on you if you’re tired. Now that’s an order get some
sleep.” Wildstar said as he got up and walked over to where Nova and Jasna was.
“How do you
know what he wants?” Nova asked still carious of their little friend.
“All you
have to do is listen and watch,” Jasna said as Bucue sat next to her. “I
haven’t been able to visit him for a while, we were forbidden to enter the
caverns after your arrival. I worried about him and hope that he was okay. He
can get himself into things if you don’t watch him.”
“I see,
Captain Wildstar found him rummaging through our supplies and then our little
friend managed to cover me under 10 feet of snow.” She
said smiling at the little creature. “I’m glad that he has someone to take care
of him. We were thinking of taking him back to the Argo with us, but I can see
that he is happy with you.”
“He has
helped me through these caverns many times when I was lost. One other reason
for not leaving was because I didn’t want harm to come to him. He is my
friend.” She said gazing at her friend.
“Hello
ladies, I see that Pesty, uh Bucue has made his way into the lioness den. You
lucky thing you,” Wildstar gave him a pat on the head as he sat down next to
Nova.
“Captain
Wildstar, Jasna and I were just talking about Bucue, and how determined she is
to helping with the resistance,” Nova said.
“Well,
considering that she can find her way around here, she’s alright with me. Looks
to me that we were going in circles, we walked for hours and sometimes it
looked like we walked by the same cave more than twice.”
“Yes sir you
can go in circle here for hours before you realized that you’ve past the same
turn more than once.” Jasna giggle at him, knowing that that’s exactly what
they’ve been doing.
Wildstar
smirked at her and knew she was thinking the same thing. “Ladies best that you
two get some rest, I’ll stand watch for now.”
“I can stand
watch with you. I think I’ve slept enough.” Nova said.
“Are you
sure Nova, you never know when we’ll get sleep again.”
“Captain
Wildstar, Bucue here is an excellent guard. He will protect us from someone
sneaking up on us.” Jasna said.
“Yeah I see
how he can be very protective. But any way, get some rest, Nova and I will
stand guard.”
“Yes sir,”
Jasna said as she crawled up with Bucue next to her.
“Guess it’s
just you and I again captain.” Nova said as she and he walked over to another
part of the cave and watched the area.
“Damn I was
hoping to have a little more time alone with you.” He laughed.
“You’re a
funny man, captain.” She said as she pushed at his arm. “Better go into over
drive so this war ends and we can finally be alone.”
“I am so
determined to do just that.” He said as they sat down.
Earth
EDF
Headquarters, Control Room
It seemed
like forever to control the straggling Bolar ships that try to enter the Earth
Solar system. The Main Battle with Bolar took a day to win, but for almost a
month they found more Bolars trying to control the space. With the Help of
Captain Brunt at Pluto Base Station and Commander Qadan, Homer managed to keep
the Bolars from gaining any ground. Now they were seeing less Bolar ships and
were able to relax enough for Homer to contact Earth with good news.
“Captain
Glitchman, what is your report?” Singleton asked.
“Sir all is
going well, Commander Qadan was dead on with where the Bolar fleet was coming
in. We have managed to defeat the fleet and Captain Brunt has the others on the
run as we speak. We have a few Bolar that are trying to fight back but our
forces are too strong.”
“Great job
Homer, finish up and ask Commander Qadan to come to Earth we have much to
discuss.” Singleton said.
“Admiral,
aren’t we taking a chance having Bolars on Earth. This could be a trap and we
could put everyone in danger” Stone snapped.
“General
Stone we have to be hospitable to our allies in order to find out what is next
for the Bolar fleet. If there’s any information that can be useful to us it’s
best to be friendly to them.”
“We are
taking the word of a captain and he is taking the word of that punk that thinks
he can do as he wishes with that ship of his.”
“General
Stone, why is it that you hate Captain Wildstar so much?” he asked intrigued at
what his answer would be.
“I just
don’t trust him, after that one incident back in 2201 it seems that everyone
thinks he is such a hero . . . .”
“Stone, he
is a Hero. He has saved this planet more than once with his instintic and we
should be grateful that we have an experience officer and a great leader in
EDF. So if there’s anything more let’s get down to the matter at hand. Put your
personal feelings aside and focus on this new threat.”
He huffed,
turned and left the control room. Singleton stood there watching him, ‘what is
it with him and Wildstar. I never understood the hostility towards the boy, as
far as I can remember he and Wildstar never had harsh words other then the
incident when the Comet Empire try to take them over. But it was all for the
greater good and if it wasn’t for his hunch back then, earth would be in the
hands of the Comet Empire.’ He thought then turned to an officer “Ensign, I’ll
be at my office please put all communication there and please inform me if
anything comes up.”
“Yes
Admiral,” he said as he stood at attention until he left the control room.
EDF
Battleship Endeavor
50,000
feet from the Earth’s surface
“Commander
Qadan, my superiors request your presence back on Earth.” Homer said looking up
into the main bridge screen.
“And to what
do I owe this request?” he asked.
“Admiral
Singleton would like to talk about our next steps in defeating the Bolars.”
“Very well
permission to board the Endeavor, Captain.” He stood at attention and saluted.
“Permission
granted,” Homer returned his salute, then wave over to the communication
officer and motion to turn off the screen. “Ensign Secada, have them prepare
for the Commanders Arrival. Have the Cosmo Hound ready to depart as soon as his
ship is docked”
“Aye, sir”
he saluted and then called down to the flight deck to expect the ships arrival.
“Mr. Lee
please take command of the ship. I will be going down
to Earth with Commander Qadan. She is in your hands.” Homer winked turned and
left the bridge.
“Thank you
sir, Captain leaving the bridge I now have command” Lee called out.
Homer walked
down to the flight pad and watched as Commanders Qadan ship docked. He smiled
to himself that he would have the opportunity to see his wife once more, and
hope that he would have time to speak to her face to face and not on the video.
The doors to Qadan shuttle opened and he step out, saluted Homer then put his
hand out to shake it.
“Welcome
aboard Commander Qadan, I would love to show you around but we must get down to
Earth. My superiors are waiting for us so they may discuss what we can do
next.”
“Captain
Glitchman, have you heard anything from Captain Wildstar?”
“Not yet
sir, but I am sure that he will be contacting headquarters soon enough. And you
have you anything from Captain Namir?”
“No,
unfortunately for us we have not heard anything. Shall we Captain?”
“Let’s go,”
Homer waved him towards the Cosmo Hound and they both enter. With precision Homer guided the ship down to
Earth. Waiting for them on the flight strip Singleton and his aid Michelle
stood next to the car. Homer step out first of the ship with Qadan behind him.
He saluted his superior officer and Uncle-in-law then looked into the car and
saw his wife sitting there. He smiled at her and then turned to introduce the
officers.
“Sir this is
Commander Qadan of the Resistance forces from Zazba. Commander this is our
senior officer Admiral Charles Singleton.”
Both men
saluted each other and then shook hands, “Commander thank you for your
assistance in the battle off of Venus. Had you not come when you did, we might
be meeting under different circumstances. Earth is grateful for your help.”
“Admiral, I
still have not heard from my queen has there been any communication with your
Captain Wildstar?”
“I’m sorry
Commander, nothing yet. I have instructed our communication officer to see if
they can get in contact with the Argo as we speak. If we hear anything I will
make sure that we relay the message to you.”
“Thank you
Admiral, sir I do believe our fight with the Bolar is over for the moment. As
far as I know, that fleet was the only one sent to Earth. Prime Minister
Bemlazy is exhausting his fleet, they are losing more
to the resistance each day. For him to send such a large fleet to Earth has
weakened his own forces, he is a fool. His only concern is to conquer your
Space battleship Argo.”
“It seems
that’s all they ever want,” Singleton smiled. “Come let’s go inside and talk
some more, Homer I believe you would like to say hello to your wife.”
“Yes sir
very much,” Homer smiled at her as she stepped out of the car and ran to him
giving him a kiss.
“I take it
that this is your mate, Captain?”
“Yes she is,
Commander Qadan this is my wife Wendy Glitchman, Wendy this is Commander
Qadan.”
“How do you do?” Qadan said as he bow to her then stood up as he
notice her stomach “Are you with child?”
“Yes I am.”
she smiled.
“Congratulation
Captain.” he said to Homer.
“Thank you,
if you will excuse me for a minute sir.” Homer said and then turned to his wife
giving her a kiss on the lips. “I have missed you so much.” He said softly as
he held her stomach with his hand.
“Me too”
Wendy said looking into her husband eyes.
“We’ll talk
later. I have to attend this meeting. Don’t leave I want to see you before I
go.” Nodding she walked with Homer into the hanger as they began to talk about
their next steps.
“Captain
Glitchman, we have word from Captain Brunt that all is secure on Pluto base
station. She has orders to stay with the fleet there until future notice. Now
Commander Qadan” Singleton said as he turned to him, “Tell me what can we do to assist you in the war.”
“Admiral, I
believe your Captain Wildstar has accomplished more than we expected with my
Prime Minister. Leader Namir has set up a plan that will eliminate him for
office once and for all. My sincerest apologies for his capture of your
Commander Nova Forrester, unfortunately for Namir and myself we were present at
one of those sessions that our late Hindleman was when interrogating her. She
is a brave woman. I have never seen anyone with such spirit. I only wish that I
was able to help her, but it would have given away my cover. My understanding
is that she is back with the Star Force fighting alongside Captain Wildstar.”
“She is a
special person, and one of my finest officers. Thank you, I will forward the
message to them when I hear from them.”
“Admiral,
Namir will be going to Rhima soon to set up the next step to his plan. Once he
gets Bemlayze alone it will be then when he will make his next move. We have
managed to get many of our resistances position within the Bolar headquarters.
And if all works well, it will be then that we will over throw the Prime
Minister.”
“Has the
resistances grown that much enough to over throw the prime minister?” Homer
asked.
“He has no
idea how much it has grown.” Qadan said with a smirk on his face.
“How many are
in the resistance?” Singleton asked.
“Let’s just
say that the only ones that still believe in the old Bolar Federation are some
top leaders and a very small amount of officers.”
“But why not
overthrow the prime minister now, if there is not that many old Federation
left?” asked Homer.
“We still
have some that are between. They still fear the Prime Minister and his power.
Unlike some think we still have honor in our species.”
“Understood,”
Singleton said. “Commander please join us for dinner I
would like to learn more about the resistances. It will give my captain time to
spend with his wife.”
“Thank you
sir,” Homer smiled and then looked over to Wendy that now stood in the distance
rubbing her growing stomach.
“I would be
honor Admiral, but first I must contact my ship and inform them that I will be
awhile.”
“Captain
Glitchman can you please show the Commander around with Wendy of course,”
Singleton gave his niece a smile.
“Yes sir,”
homer saluted and then turned to Qadan. “This way,
Commander.”
They showed
him around
“I have to
admit you Earthlings are resourceful creatures. To build such cities in order
to survive is truly remarkable. Instead of conquering other planets you fought
for the one you have. Amazing.” He said in awe as he
looked around.
“We never
would go into other planets and take what is not ours. Earth is our home and as
you can see our planet is beautiful and it has flourished since the attacks. We
could never image living anywhere else.” Homer explained.
“Commander do you have family?” Wendy asked.
“Yes, my
partner, uh Wife, lives on Zazba with the other families. But my prime minister
does not know that. He only thinks that I have no one but the federation, I
have two daughters,” He smiled “and they are my world. My oldest Astrina is 17
earth years and is madly in love with a young officer that I approve of. He is
kind to her and treats her with respect and not because I am his superior
officer. But because he loves her and my little one, Sari, she is 8 the star
gleam of my eye. She is very inquisitive about her surroundings she can be
much, feisty like her mother.” He said picturing them in his mind.
“You make
them sound wonderful Commander Qadan, I can see that they are your pride and
joy,” Wendy said with a smile.
“That they are, Glitchman wife.”
Wendy
laughed at his notion of her name and corrected him. “Sir it is Mrs. Glitchman,
here on earth we call married woman Mrs. in respect to the husbands. But you
may call me Wendy it’s my first name.”
“I see,
thank you Wendy,” Qadan grinned at the pretty girl. “Captain Glitchman you have
an extort nary mate, she reminds me of Commander Forrester a brave female that
endure much in the hands of that monster.”
“Commander
Qadan we should be heading back, Wendy please be
careful.” Homer took her hand and led them out of the underground city.
Planet
Zazba
Headquarters
12th
of May, 2206
It took them hours to reach the base but they all walked into the
control room as the Queen and Namir were going over more plans. They both looked
up and face the Captain and Deputy Captain as they walked into the room.
“Captain Wildstar, it is good to see you again. I had my doubts that Jasna
would find you, but I see that she is more than a child playing in caves. She
has found and brought you back, Jasna job well done.” Namir said and then
turned to Crowely and Kiran., “well I see that she
kept you two out of trouble.”
“She was an
excellent guide sir, she can be my tracker anytime,” Crowely said as he smiled
over to her and then gave her a wink, making her blush.
“She is an
excellent guide, thank you Jasna. If
wasn’t for you we would still be in the caves trying to find our way around.”
Wildstar said then looked down at his feet “and you too Bucue. You were a great
guardian to us.” He said patting it on the head.
“Well
Captain we are grateful that you both are safe. It looks like the Bolar fleet
is still sitting out of our space. I do believe they will be here for a while,
so it’s best that we keep still and wait until they retreat back to their
planet.” Namir informed Wildstar.
“Seems to me
that they are very curious as to who landed here. We’ve already had a run in
with two Bolar soldiers in the caves. Have you heard from the Argo Namir?”
Wildstar asked.
“Nothing yet
captain.”
Mariposa
stood next to her raider tech and watched as the Bolar fleet blip sat on the
screen. “They are still there, continue to monitor them. If they move please
inform us right away.” She said to the tech and then turned to Namir and the
others, “looks like they are not determined to find the base. We must be on our
toes and hope that they give up and leave. ”
“Tan please
take over.” Namir said.
“Yes sir,”
he said as he bowed.
“Your
highness, Captains, let us go and eat. We must keep up our strength. I am sure
that if something comes up Tan will inform us.” Namir stood up and began to
escort the Queen to the main dining hall as Wildstar and Nova followed.
Dinner was
filled with situation and planning. Namir talked about how he had enough people
in his favor to overthrow the prime minister and they talked about stratergies
on how he was going to approach him. Once dinner was over they all talk with
each other on other things. Namir walked away to a far part of the room and
stood against the wall while drinking a glass of the queen’s wine. Nova was in
midst of talking with one of the officers when she saw him walk away.
“Excuse me
commander,” Nova said to the officer and walked over to where he stood. “Namir
are you alright?”
“No Nova,
I’m sorry I was just thinking about Julie and Saku,” Namir said. “I miss them
so much.”
“I’m sorry Namir, all of this has been so complicated.”
“How can I
raise my son without her? He is so small in this great universe and with a war
going on. How can I . . . .” he trail off.
Nova step
closer to him and wrapped her arms around him. Hugging him as he cried for the
women he loved. “Namir everything will work out I can assure you this,” she
said as she continue to hold him.
Wildstar
talked with the Queen when he watched as his wife walk over to Namir and then
saw her hug him. ‘Wonder what that is
all about’ he thought as he watched them continue to hug.
“Well
Captain Wildstar it is getting late maybe we should all turned in and get some
sleep,” Mariposa said.
“Ah yeah,”
he said as he continue to watch his wife with the Captain.
“Kiran,”
Mariposa called to the aid. “Please escort Captain Wildstar and his Deputy
Captain to their room.”
“Yes your
highness,” he said bowing.
“Goodnight
your highness. Let me go fetch my wife that seems to be quite close with your
Captain Namir.” He said and walked to
where they both were. “Nova honey lets go the Queen wants to turn in. Kiran
here will escort us to our room. Namir are you alright?” he asked wondering
what was going on between Nova and him.
“Now I am
thanks to your wife, thank you Nova for listening.” Namir said as she let go
her embrace and stood next to her husband.
“Anytime you
need to talk I’m here for you.” She said softly wishing there was more she
could do to help.
“Thank you,
goodnight.” He sighed as he turned to go to his room.
“Goodnight
Namir, babe Kiran is waiting to take us to our room we should get some sleep.
It looks like another long day tomorrow.” Wildstar took hold of her hand and
followed Kiran to their room.
Once in their
quarters, Nova looked around and found some clothes for them to sleep. Derek
placed his cover on the bed and sat down in a chair that sat across the bed. He
began to take his shoes off and then his jacket when he looked up and said to
his wife. “What’s going on with Namir?”
“He misses
Julie and his son this is hard to deal with especially with a small child
involved. He wants this to end and raise his son.”
“What are we
going to do with Julie, Nov?” He sat back and asked.
She gave out
a sigh and then took a few minutes to answer. “She still has to face what she
has done. I feel for her Derek, I really do, but she still has to stand trial
for all she has done. We lost many lives because of her. If it wasn’t for that
I’d be more than happy to drop the whole thing.”
With a
concern look Derek got up and placed his hands on her shoulder. “Are you sure
that’s what you really want?”
“Derek, you
told me to separate my personal feelings from my professional life. I am doing
just that, I have to weigh out the pros and cons of what she did. I can forgive
her for what she has done to me, but I cannot speak for the families that lost
their loved ones because of her actions. That something she has to face when we
get back to Earth.”
Taking her
into his arms he hug her tight,“Nov, you’re gonna be a
great captain someday.”
“Speaking of
which skipper, do you think the Argo is alright?” she asked.
“She’s in
good hands, Sandor may not like the position but he will do the right thing.”
Derek said “Now let’s get some sleep.”
Deep
Space
EDF
Battleship ARGO
“Captain
Sandor, we just got word back from Commander Pesci. He says that the Bolars are
still in the area. Looks like their scouting the planet’s surface, no word on
Captain Wildstar or the resistance base.”
“Very well,
keep me inform if anything changes. I’m going to get something to eat. Dash,
take command of her and when I get back you go and relax.”
“Aye aye sir. Captain leaving the bridge. I now have the
con.” Dash called out.
Sandor
walked down to the chow hall lost in his own thoughts when he bumped into Yvey.
“Oh sorry I wasn’t looking where I was going,” he said. She hasn’t talked to
him since he scolded her on her flying.
“How are you
papi?” she asked him, as she saw the far away strain look on his face.
“Hello Yvey,
so you’re still talking to me?”
“Of course I
am. why wouldn’t I speak to you?”
“Well
considering that we haven’t spoken in a few days, I thought you would want to
stay away from me.”
“Papi,
you’re the acting captain now. I wouldn’t expect you to treat me any different.
You made your point and how can I hold that against you. Where are you going?”
“Down to the
chow hall and try to eat something.”
“Great, so
am I. Come on we can have lunch together.” she said as she put her arms around
his and they headed towards the chow hall. They walked in and got something to
eat, Sandor pointed to an empty table far in the corner. They walked by Eager
and Howard as they talked about going back to get the captain. Sandor nodded in
their direction while Yvey said hello to Howard and then walked over to the
table.
“Stephen,
when do you think we can get the Captain, It’s been over two days already.”
“We got word
from Pesci and he says that the Bolar Fleet is still in the out skirts of
Zazba. We are just going to have to wait until they leave.”
“Excuse me
Sandor, Yvey. Do we have any news on them yet?” Howard said also carious as to
when they will be returning for the captain.
“No Denise,
nothing,” Sandor said. “When are you heading out on the next shift?”
“I’ll be
going out in an hour and meet up with Pesh and Dee 20,000 mega meters from the
Argo.”
“Who’s going
with you Howard?” Yvey asked still hurting from being grounded.
“Some guy
name Jory Venture from one of the other ships.”
“Venture?”
Sandor looked at her confused.
“Yeah do you
know him?” Howard asked.
“I’m not
sure, it can’t be the same Jory Venture we new back in 2199.”
“Who is he?”
Yvey asked.
“Mark had a
baby brother name Jory, but we lost contact with him after Mark’s death.
Wildstar is pretty good about keep in touch with everyone, but he just took off
and moved to the states. And we haven’t heard from him since. I just assumed
that he went to NYU and became a teacher or something.”
“Well he is coming over to the Argo in a few so we can go over the mission, if
you want to see if that’s him?”
“I just
might, I have to relieve Dash in a few, so I’ll try to make my way down there.”
“I’ll let
him know that you want to see him, Captain. I better get going, I have to look
over my ship and make sure that all is well before I take off. Sir,” she stood
at attention and saluted, as Sandor gave her a quick salute back so she can go
over her ship.
“Yvey, when
are you getting into the cockpit?”
“Tomorrow,”
she said grinning.
Sandor
couldn’t help but let out a laugh, “I’m sure that you couldn’t wait.”
“It’s me
papi, it’s my life, and I am sorry about what happened. I should have known
better, I promise I’ll stick to the book. No more fancy flying when in battle.”
She said crossing her heart then giving him a wink.
“You know I
have to tell this to Wildstar when he gets back.”
“Yeah, I
figured that and I take his punishment without any fights, I promise.”
“I’m sure he
will just give you a good talking too and nothing more. Well I better get back
I’ll see you around?” he asked.
“Of course
papi,” she said as they both got up and walked out the door. Sandor went to the
bridge and Yvey went to the Flight Pad for her next punishment helping with the
scrubbing of the flight pad.
Sandor
entered the bridge as some call out ‘attention on deck.’
“At ease
everyone, Dash anything on our fighters?”
“No sir,
nothing,” Dash replied.
“Very well,
go get something to eat and get some rest. Your relief should be here soon, I
can take control for now.”
“Thanks Sandor,
if anything comes up call me,” stretching his legs he made his way off the
bridge.
“Will do
Dash, thanks, now go get some rest.” He’s been on duty since we warped like so
many others. No sense in having a tired crew that won’t be able to function if something
else comes up’ He took his place on Wildstar Captains chair and looked over the
bridge. How I hate this position he thought to himself when the communication
relief officer walked in.
“Sir, sorry
I’m late,” He said as he saluted Sandor.
Feeling the
strain of everything he was happy to see him there. “You’re not late,
lieutenant. Take your station. I’m going to my quarters, so if anything comes
up contact me there.”
“Aye sir.”
Bolar
fleet
20,000
miles off Zazba surface
Bolar
Flag ship, bridge
“Sire, we
have looked over the planet three times and there is nothing to report.” The
communication officer said.
“I’m dealing
with incompetence. How can they not find a base that huge? Send them out again
and make sure that they come back with something.” He bellowed then turned to
the raider tech and asked “anything on the Argo?” The raider tech looked over
to the Prime Minister fearing to give an answer. “WELL!” Bemlayze yelled.
“I’m so
sorry sir, we have not. We tried to locate them with the warp dust several
times and nothing.”
Bemlayze
looked to his raider tech and grunted, “Damn the Star Force!” he said slamming
his fist against a table.
“Sire, our
fighters have just finished looking around the planet and still nothing. We
also lost communication with two of our recon soldiers.”
“Why is it
that there are 15 fighters out there and no one can find a simple ship or a
base?” Bemlayze snapped with frustration. “Where was the last position that
they were at?”
“Sir, they
were about 40 miles from the snow cap mountain.”
“Send a
fighter over there and see what happened to them.” He ordered.
“Yes sir,
this is flag ship command, B12 fighter 134 please take heading N7 SW3, report
back with findings.”
It took the
fighter to find the other recon ship and land, they landed near the ship and
both pilots jumped out to look around. One of the pilots walked over to the
cave entrance while the other looked around the area.
“Hey, Mica
do you hear that?”
“Hear what?”
“Sounds like
a beacon or something.”
“You go
check it out and I’ll check out the cave.”
“Right.”
As the one
Bolar soldier walked up the mountain to where the transponder was he was thrown
down by a huge explosion. Back up on the Flag ship, the explosion was caught on
raider.
With wide
eyes the radar tech swung his chair around and yelled to Bemlayze,“Sir I’ve just picked up an explosion on raider from the
area where we sent our pilots.”
“WHAT!”
Bemlayze turned to him. “Send in a group and find out what happened, NOW!”
“Yes sir,”
the communication office snapped to attention and began to call down to their
pilots. Within minutes five fighters where in the area searching the bomb
explosive area.
“Over here!”
One pilot called over to the others. They all huddle at what was left of the
cave entrance and began to remove rocks and debris. It took an hour but they
finally had enough space to look into the cave.
“Can you see
in?”
“There was a
ship, but I can’t make out if it’s one of ours or the enemy. Whoever it was it
doesn’t look like they made it out alive. Report back to Bemlayze, informed him
that whatever was here is now destroyed.”
“Maybe we
should send someone in?” the other soldier said.
“It’s
completely covered if you think that you can find something more then you go!”
he snapped.
“I suppose you’re
right, plus we have better things to do with our real mission.”
“Good, now
tell them it was just a mine that was left here from another war, and let’s get
back. We have to prepare for our next plan, if not we will never get rid of
that monster.”
They all
nodded in unison and then headed back to their ships to relay the message back
to their flag ship and Prime Minister Bemlayze. “Sire, we have word from our
recon, they have nothing to report. Only that there was a ship and it has been
destroy. Unfortunately we lost 4 of our soldiers.”
“Have them
come back, and get ready to head back to headquarters.”
“Yes sir.”
“Minano” He
bellowed in frustration. Minano quickly stood in front of him and bowed. “Bring
her to my quarters and once our pilots are back prepare to go back to Rhima.”
“As you wish
sire,” he said still bowing than saluted and went to do his job.
Bemlayze
left the bridge to much relief to his crew and went to his quarters to wait for
Minano and the girl. He sat on his chair and waited thinking of what will he do
next with the Star Force and the Argo. ‘Ah, I would love to get my hands on
that Forrester and do as I wish. Too bad Hindleman didn’t use her for what she
is worth. To have her as a slave and do my bidding would have been something.
Her smooth skin and voluptuous body, I can just feel it next to mine.’ His
thoughts were broken when he heard a knock on the door. “Enter!”
“Sir, I have
her,” Minano said.
“Come in,
you can leave Minano,” he said then turned to the young equestrian woman. She
was fair-skinned with Blue eyes, slim built with flowing blonde hair. She stood
in the corner of the room with fear in her eyes as she watched him come closer
to her.
“Please I’m
begging you, don’t,” she asked with fear in her voice.
“Sit down,”
he pointed to his bed.
“Please, I
can’t I still hurt from the last time.”
“Get over
here,” he said as he grabbed her by the hair and threw her on the bed. He
looked down on her and drooled over her body. She seemed almost as pretty as
the Forrester woman and he began to get excited. He reached forward and ripped off
what she had on and threw it to the middle of the floor. As he looked more at
her body, his mouth started to foam with saliva that dripped onto her.
“Stay still
or it will be worse,” he commanded.
She began to
cry for what she knew was going to happen to her again. She thought about the
one man she loved that was killed in front of her by him. Her thoughts began to
drift away so as not to be mentally present for what was happening to her. She
thought about her and Haruki on the beaches of their planet sitting on the
white sandy beach watching the water come on to shore gently rolling up from
the calm seas. How she long for the nights that they made love to each other,
but it will never happened again now that he was gone forever. Because of this
monster that laid on top of her taking her with every
brutal stroke. Her thoughts were cut short when she felt his fist hit her face
causing her eye to swell. He raised his hand again and slapped her hard across
the face, splitting her mouth.
“I was
speaking to you,” he grunted as he tried to finish.
“I’m sorry
please don’t hit me,” she begged.
“I said do
you love it when I take you?” he drooled at her body.
“Yes sire,
yes,” she try not to cry from what he was doing to her. Quickly he finished
leaving her on the bed curled up in a ball as he dressed.
“Get out!”
he looked away in disgust.
She grabbed
what was left of her rags and ran to the door. Opening it she ran into the arms
of a bolar soldier that stood guard. The Soldier looked into the room and then
at the young girl. Closing the door he turned to the young girl, took off his
jacket and wrapped it around her. She looked up to him with her swollen eye,
lip still bleeding from the slap he gave her and said “Thank you.”
With soft
eyes he gave her a smile and wrapped his arm around her, then led her to his
quarters so she could clean up. His heart reached out to her as to what
happened. ‘That monster, how could he. She barely looks 20, so young to go
through what she has in her short life.’ She walked out of the shower slowly
hurting from what happened with a towel wrapped tightly around her.
“How are
you?” he said with a soft tone. She stood there silent, afraid to speak not
knowing what he was going to do to her. As he got up she jumped and backup to
the wall. “Relax I’m not going to hurt you, I promise. I’m sorry that you had
to go through that, how old are you?” he asked stepping back from her so she
would calm down.
With tears
building up in her eyes she lower her head and said “21”
“I have to
bring you back to your cell soon. If you like you can rest here. I’ll make sure
that no one bothers you.”
“What about
. . .”
“I’ll just
tell him you’re in the infirmary that will keep you safe for a short time. Now
rest I’ll get you some clean clothes.”
“Why are you
being so nice to me?” she questioned him not sure what to make of him.
“Do not fear
me, I want nothing in return. I have a sister your age, she hides from the war.
I see you and think of her and hope that she will never have to go through what
you have. Please I promise I won’t hurt you, just rest.” He said and motioned
her to lie down.
“Thank you”
she said with a tired voice. He watched as she laid
down and drifted off to sleep. He peeked out his door and locked it before
making his way down the hall to get her clean clothes.