Onward With Love…
Chapter Thirty-Two
By Yuki Wildstar
Earth
EDF
Headquarters
General
Thomas Stone’s Office
22nd
of May, 2206
1700
“Sir those
reports you asked for” his aid stood before him.
“Fine, just leave
them on my desk.” He growled at him.
Corporal
Weston set the reports on his desk and then pivoted leaving him to his work.
‘What a jerk, how did I get this position anyway? I asked for a ranking officer
and I get the prick of the year. I just hope that my transfer papers get
approved so I can get the heck out of here. Sarah is complaining all the time
about me working late hours because of him.’ He thought then gave Stone one
more look with disgust as he closed his door.
Meanwhile
Stone buried his head into his paper work, grunting and growling over financial
reports. Reaching for the phone to call his aid once again, it suddenly rang.
He quickly answered the phone, “What is it!?”
“Sir, your
wife is on the line,” Winston voice came over the speaker.
“Tell her
I’m busy.”
“Sir, she
says it’s important.”
“Very well,
put her through,” he said with a sigh. “What is it Teresa?”
“Thomas, I
need you home tonight.”
“Teresa, I
told you this morning I will be working late tonight. It can wait until the
morning.”
“You’re
seeing her again aren’t you?” she whined.
“That’s none
of your concern, so don’t bother cooking and don’t wait up,” He snapped.
“Thomas when
will you start treating me like you treat her. All I ask is that you come home
at least once a week to eat dinner.”
“I have to
hang up, goodnight Teresa.” He placed the receiver back on the cradle.
“Weston!” he yelled.
Within
seconds Weston stood at the door, “Yes sir?”
“I will be
leaving now; if anyone needs me have them page me on
my cell.” He said as he got up and began to put on his jacket.
“I
understand sir,” Weston stood at attention and watched as Stone walked past
him. ‘He’s going to see her again. His poor wife, he treats her like crap and
she takes it. I can never do that to Sarah.’ “Good night sir” he said, but all
he heard from Stone was a growl. ‘You prick.’
Stone took
the elevator down to the garage and then made his way to his car. He got in and
drove down past the city and towards the other side of the island to a quiet
part of the island inlet. He got out of the car and walked up to a small
cottage and knock on the door. The door opened slightly and a young girl stood
before him. “Hello general she is waiting for you.” He walked past her into a
living area where three other young women stood there in their under clothes
smoking cigarettes. They all smiled at him as he continued to walk into the
hallway and down the hall to a pink door that read Jasmin on it. He knocked
gently on it and waited for a 5’ 9” women in her early 30’s with bleach blond
hair and blue eyes with dark red lipstick opened the door.
“Hello
Tommy, I waited all day for you. Come inside, let me
take your jacket.” She said as she guided him into the room and removing him
from his jacket.
“I am so
stress Jasmin I need a good message,” He told her.
“Oh poor
baby, lie down and tell me all about it,” she purred.
He lay down
on her bed taking in the scent of Lavender that over took the odor of stale
cigarettes. “I am just tired of hearing
about that punk. How he is doing a great job and how he is pulling the
impossible off. Then I have Teresa calling me to spend time with her at home. I
should have cut her loose years ago. She
is nothing more than dead weight to me, but because her father was some great
General years ago I have an obligation to stay with her. What was I thinking
when I married her. She is clingy, whiny and most of all stupid, her
intelligence is so inferior to mine.”
“Oh Tommy, I
am so sorry that you had a bad day.” Jasmin purred more as she rubbed his back
while sitting on him. “I hope that you don’t feel that way about me?” she
asked.
“No my
sweet, you are far more intelligent then she is.” He grinned. “Have you heard
from Marckell?”
“Like I told
you last night he is making himself scarce. You have no need to worry about
him, after all he is family.” She crooned.
“You said
that about your other cousin and he almost gave up the whole thing. If he hasn’t
already,” he frowned at her as he turned to face her while she still sat on top
of him.
“I’m sorry
about that my love, sometimes it’s a crap shoot when you hire family.” She
smiled at him.
“I wish I
can get rid of her and take you home.” He said as he rubbed her legs.
“Tommy you
know that can never happen, the military will always see me as your whore and
nothing more.” She sighed. Not wanting to get into it with him again. She not
only didn’t want to marry him, she couldn’t. She was still legally
married to another officer that was missing in action from their last war. She
also didn’t care for Stone much; he was arrogant and liked to play rough. She
only liked the fact that he paid really good for her
services, at a whopping 10,000 credit’s an hour.
“You will be
married to a General, a high ranking General I have to say.” He said pulling
her closed to him.
“Tommy it’s
best that we keep it like this, it makes it more exciting.” She smiled.
“Hmm, I
guess you’re right”
Stone residence
0332 Hours
“Thomas is
that you?” Teresa said looking down the stairs after hearing the front door
opening.
“I thought I
told you to not wait up.” He bellowed.
“I worry
about you, did you finish at work?” she asked as she came down the stairs.
He stood
near the hall closet as he placed his cover and jacket away then made his way
into the kitchen while she followed. “Would you like for me to make you
something dear?” she asked as he looked into the cabinet. Her blood drained
from her face as he turned with an angry stare. “Is something wrong?” she asked
as she stepped back from him. He took hold of her arm and brought her to the
cabinet.
“Do you see
something wrong here?” he asked.
Teresa looked into the cabinet and saw
one of the cups out of line with the others quickly she reached for it and
straighten it out. “I’m sorry, I didn’t see it before.” She said looking away
from him.
“Teresa I
work all day all I ask is that when I come home I have order in my house. How
do you think this makes me feel when I look in here and see no order?” he said
calmly.
“I’m sorry I
promise it will never happen again.” She said as tears began to swell up in her
eyes knowing what will happen next.
“You’ve
promised that before and I let it slide, I think it’s time you learn your
lesson.” He said stepping closer to her. He raised his hand and slapped her
hard across the face sending her to the ground.
“Thomas,
please don’t” she begged, without letting her finish pleading he kicked her
hard in her stomach causing her to black out. Stone stood over her, checked her
and then went to bed.
General
Thomas Stone’s Residence
0300
hours
Teresa woke up feeling the cold floor
on her face. Trying to move she felt pain in her abdomen shoot throughout her
body. She reached for the counter and pulled herself up from the floor. Gaining
her composer she made her way up the stairs to the bedroom that she and her
husband shared. She looked over his snoring body and then went into their
bathroom closing the door behind her. She looked in the mirror and was shocked
at what she saw in the mirror, for her 57 years she looked 80. Beating for so
many years she wondered why she stayed with this man all this time.
“I had so
many opportunities to leave him and yet I still stand behind him. After what he
has done to me and that poor child, because of him I’ve lost our only child. 3
months into my pregnancy never to have children again. Father why didn’t you
try harder to stop me from marrying him, but no I told you that I love him.
What a monster I married, I should have left him when I found out what he was
doing to his poor sister and her child. Why? Why? Why?” she said in a soft tone
making sure that she didn’t wake him. She looked out the door one more time and
then tears began to run down her face. “Because I love him so much, and one day
he will see that,” she said closing the door and cried into the night.
The morning
was like no other, Teresa got up and dressed as her
husband still slept in their bed. She walked down the stairs and into the
kitchen, than began to make his usual breakfast. She set the table to his
specific liking, plate center in the place mate, glass of orange juice filled a
half inch from the top, fork and knife to the right. She placed his eggs and
fruit on the plate not touching each other and cleaned all
the excess amount off. She then began to make coffee for him all the
while cleaning as she goes so not to upset him. Stone walked into the kitchen
30 minutes later dressed in his uniform.
“Good
morning Thomas,” she said as she poured him a cup of coffee.
“Where’s the
paper?” he snapped.
She picked
it up from the counter and walked over to him “Here you go; I have it opened to
your financial page. Thomas, will you be home tonight because my sister would
like for us to come and have dinner?”
“Teresa I
have a lot of work to do at the office, with this war going on I don’t know
when I will be home.” He snapped. “You go, I don’t have the time.”
“As you
wish,” was all she could say.
He then got
up and she walked him to the door, he went into the closet and took out his
jacket and cover. He turned to her and gave her a peck on the cheek then said.
“Have a good time at your sister and don’t wait up for me.”
“Have a good
day Thomas,” she replied as she watched him get into his car and drive down the
street.
Planet
Gamilon
EDF
Battleship ARGO
23rd
of May, 2206
1138
hours
“Dash, call
down to Gamilon and inform them that we are here, get clearance to land.”
Wildstar ordered from his chair.
“Aye aye
sir” he said as he began to make contact.
“Mr.
Miamoto, have the repair crew ready to depart. Remember we have to her fix as
soon as possible and make sure that they get it right. I don’t want to be in
the middle of a fight and something goes wrong.”
“Yes sir,
I’ll get right on it,” he said, stood up and ran off the bridge.
“Sandor why
don’t you help him,” Wildstar suggested.
“On it,” he
said and followed suit to the engine room.
“Captain
Wildstar, I have Emperor Deslock on screen. Putting him through now,” Dash
called out.
“Thank you
Dash.” He said as he stood up and looked up to the screen. “Emperor Deslock,
how are you it’s good to see you again.”
“Wildstar,
you’re clear to land. My communication officer is sending the coordinates as we
speak. The Children are excited to see their uncle and aunt.” Deslock said
while a small face appeared next to him. He stood tall like his father with the
same posture. “Damir this is your uncle Wildstar. Say hello to him.”
“Uncle it is
nice to meet you,” Damir now looked like a seven year old with a mischievous
grin.
“Well hello
Damir, it is nice to see you again, my how have you grown. You look just like
your father, how proud he must be of you.” Wildstar couldn’t believe how they have
grown in such a short time.
“We will
meet you on the landing dock in a few, Deslock out,” he said and the screen
went blank.
Wildstar
stood there stunned, he remember back when Sasha announce who she really was
back in 2202. Within a year’s time she grew to be a young lady in her teens. He
couldn’t believe it then, until she explained how the Iscandarians’ biology
grew at a faster pace than earth children. By the end of the year Damir and his
siblings would be mature enough to run an empire. “Wow, he grew up quick.” He
said out loud as all the others stare in amazement. “Well let’s get ready to
land. Dash can you call up to the Deputy Captain and inform her that will be
landing soon and her presences is need.”
“Yes sir”
“Mr. Ortiz
please make the announcement to the crew that we are
landing.” He ordered.
“Aye aye Captain.” He said then called into the ship speaker system “Attention all hands,
attention all hands, prepare for landing, prepare for landing. The Argo will be
landing in 20 minutes. All repair crew prepare for immediate assistance with
the Gamilon technicians.”
Wildstar sat
in his chair looking down at his bridge crew ‘I hope that this works, she
hasn’t said much to me since I made my choice.’ He thought as he heard the
bridge door opened and Nova walked in.
“Deputy
Captain Nova Forrester reporting as ordered, sir” she said standing at
attention.
Wildstar
nodded at her and said, “Deputy Captain, we will be leaving the ship as soon as
we land. I need you to accompany me to speak with the Emperor.”
“Yes sir,”
she said.
“Argo,
descend to the planet.” He called out.
“Descending
sir,” Ortiz said.
Deslock
watched as the gangway came down and Wildstar with Nova at his side walked down
it. He stood tall and then gave his son a glance, how proud he stood near him.
Dillan wasn’t much into learning about the empire as much as Damir. He chose to
stay behind with his mother and sister. He stuck out his hand and shook
Wildstar hand.
“Welcome
back Captain, it is good to see you are well.” Deslock said then turned to Nova
and grabbed hold of her hand and gave it a kiss. “You are looking lovely as
always.”
“Thank you
Deslock,” he always said something that made her blush “Where is Devina and the
other kids?”
“She is back
at the palace with
Nova smiled
at him and said. “So this must be Damir.” He was tall and lankly like his
father just reaching Deslock chest. He looked more like him and could see how
Deslock would look as a young boy.
“Yes Ma’am,”
he said as he bowed and reached for her hand.
“My, you are
your father son.” Nova blushed.
“And you
must be my Uncle Wildstar?”
“I guess I
am, it is nice to see you again Damir. The last time I
saw you were climbing on some of the control panels as your father was speaking
to me on the video screen. Before that I held you in my arms when you were just
born on this very ship.” Wildstar said as he wave over
to the Argo.
“My mother
told me how I was born on such a great ship every night, well until I got old
enough for her to stop tucking me in bed.”
“Ha, if I’m
not mistaken that was last night young man.” Deslock laughed.
“Father
please!” he said blushing. He didn’t want his Aunt Nova to know that.
“Sorry son
didn’t mean to embarrass you in front of a beautiful woman.” Deslock pat him on
the back.
“Well
Deslock I believe we have much to discuss, shall we.”
Wildstar said.
“Never a day
of rest for you is there Wildstar? Very well.” Deslock
said as they all hopped into the air car and headed back to the palace.
They walked
into the palace and made their way to one of the grand rooms. Talan waited with
servants that set up a small table with food. Deslock waved to the table so
they could all sit.
“Nova, Devina will join us shortly
she is attending one of
“That’s
quite alright, Emperor”
“Wildstar,
so how goes with the Bolars? My generals have informed me that they tried to attack
earth and were defeated.”
“Yes,
Captain Glitchman has told me that they sent a massive fleet and were either
destroyed or captured. With the help of the Bolar resistance we were able to be
one step ahead of them. Had they not showed up we would’ve been in a mess.”
Wildstar said then looked away towards Nova. “Deslock, Namir is coming here.”
He blurted out then watched for his reaction.
“Hmm, I have
to admit the man is insane to come here. After what he put me through, his ego
must be bigger than the universe itself. Why would he come here knowing that I
just might kill him on sight?” he said as he lean back in his chair and looked
at Wildstar with slit eyes while holding his wine glass.
“Well that’s
one of the reasons that I am here.” Wildstar was hoping that he was able to
look past what happen and work with the new plan at hand.
“I would
assume that it was, or else he would not even think of coming here.” Deslock
said annoyed.
“I
understand what you are feeling Deslock, there’s no one else in the world that
would not want to kill him for what he has done to you and your family. And
Nova and I wanted very much to kill Julie when she came onto the Argo. But for
starters 1, our Politicians would not allow us to take the law into our own
hands and 2 we still have a legal process that she has to face.”
“I have no
politicians here, I am the law.” Deslock said with arrogance.
“Yes I know
that, but I am asking you to just hear him out before you make your decision as
to what will happen after this is all done.”
“Wildstar I
am not one to forgive so easily.”
“I know
this, but just hear me out. The plan that he has worked up just might work.”
“Hmm, I
don’t know.” He said rubbing his chin looking at Wildstar.
“Hello
Captain Wildstar” He heard Devina say as she came into the room and then turned
to Nova, “Nova it is nice to see you again.”
“Devina, you look great. I see that the kids are keeping you busy.
“Thank you
Auntie Nova, you’re just glowing” she said wondering why her senses were strong
with her aunt Nova.
Dillan stood
in the back ground and held his head down until Nova walked over to him and
said “Dillan, how are you? You look more and more like your father.”
“Hello
Auntie Nova, you’re just as pretty as mother and father said you were.”
Blushing at what he said.
“Well thank
you, you’re not so bad looking yourself. I bet you’re just fighting the girls
off with a stick.”
“Um, well,
no.” He blushed harder.
Devina stood
behind him and said, “he’s a little shy Nova, but he’ll come around. It’s just
wonderful that you can come see us, even if it is under these circumstances.”
“Devina the
children have grown so quickly I just can’t believe that a few months ago I was
just holding them in my arms. Especially you Dillan, I thought we had a bonding
phase going.” She said as she messed up Dillan’s hair.
“Dillan here
is our prodigy, he may be shy but he can work out problems quicker than my best
scientist. Maybe I should have him look over the Argo’s engine and see if he
can help.” Deslock boasted.
“That would
be great, I’ll have Sato come and get you and take you to Commander Sandor.
He’s our prodigy, he can fix things that no one else
can fix. I think you two will hit it off great.” Wildstar said.
“I would
like that very much sir.” Dillan said
“SIR! My gosh you just made me feel 100 years old. I expect my
crew and officers to call me sir but not someone so young.” Wildstar said. “And
to tell you the truth everyone pretty much calls me Wildstar or Captain. You
can call me uncle Wildstar.” He gave him a shove and ruffled his hair making
Dillan blush. “Corporal Sato” Wildstar called into his communication radio.
“Yes sir.”
He heard Sato voice come over the small speaker.
“I will be
sending over Prince Dillan to the Argo, please escort him to Commander Sandor
in the engine room. I think he could use his help.” Wildstar replied and then
gave him a wink.
Deslock
called over one of his soldiers and instructed him to bring his son over to the
Argo. “Now let us all sit and talk about this plan that you and Namir have
planned out. Talan, please inform us when the Bolar ship arrives. Come
Captain’s we can talk more over in the conference room.”
“If you
don’t mind, Captain Wildstar, I would like to catch up with the Empress.” Nova
didn’t want to hear the plan again. She didn’t feel comfortable with what he
had planned and being present just made her worry more.
Devina sense
her concerns and took hold of her arm. “Why don’t we go to the garden, I want
to show you some of the new flowers that Deslock had them made for me and
Aurora.”
Nova and
Devina walked through the garden as Devina showed the new flowers that bloomed.
“Their so beautiful Devina. I just love this one. What
did they name it?”
“This one
here is called Devine and this one is called
“Looks like love is blooming over there.” Nova watched at the two young
couple.
“Hmm,
Quade bowed
and said “Yes your highness.”
“They look
very nice together. I’m assuming that Deslock had him handpicked.”
“He is the
youngest of Talan’s son.” Devina smiled. “He is a very sweet boy and adores her
very much. Deslock admires him, he is his godson. Deslock took him under his
wing so he can take over for Talan, when he finally steps down.”
“How does
his brother feel about him taking over?”
“They are
just thrilled. The other three have no desire to walk in their father’s
footsteps. Anyway how are you and the captain?”
“Everything
is fine, why do you ask?” Nova looked at her confused.
“Your
worries about the next mission will be for nothing. Everything will be fine.
The captain will return to you unharmed.”
“Can you
guarantee me that?” Nova asked.
Devina held
her hand and closed her eyes. “Yes Nova, he will come back to you. You have
many things to look forward to after this is over. So don’t worry.”
“Look
forward to? Like what?” Nova asked intrigued.
Devina just
smiled “Being happy with Derek.” She knew that Nova was not aware of what life
had in store for her. So many times she told her own daughter not to say things
to people about their future and she wasn’t about to do this for Nova and
Wildstar.
“I’m not
sure about this Wildstar, you’re pretending to be his
prisoner. Seems like a risky situation.” Deslock sounded worried.
“Deslock I
cannot sit back and have her life in danger. She did help Earth once and saved
billions of our people. What better way to make sure that he is dead then I
being there when it happens. At least I know it will be done.”
“But do you
trust him Wildstar?”
“I have too.
Anyway I will have a few of my men with me. So I won’t be completely caught
with my pants down.”
“How many men?”
“One of my top fighter pilots and one of my best marines. Also there will be a small recon
unit that will go with a group of resistance soldiers.”
“Hmm, I
still feel something can go awry in all this planning.” Deslock looked at his
friend wearily.
“Your grace,
the leader of the resistance is here. He is docking his ship as we speak.”
Talan walked in and announced.
“Shall we
Captain?” Deslock stood up and motioned towards the doors.
They watched
as Namir’s shuttle landed near the Argo. Deslock stood tall as Wildstar watched
the doors to the shuttle open. Devina stood next to her husband while Nova
stood a step behind Wildstar. Namir stood tall as the door completely opened.
Namir saluted Wildstar and then bowed to Deslock and Devina. “Your grace it is
an honor to be here.” He said.
Devina took
hold of Deslock arm and then said. “I’m glad to see you again Namir.” Deslock
stood quiet staring at the man that put his wife in danger. Without warning he
grabbed Namir by the neck and began to choke him. “Deslock!
Let him go!” Devina snapped.
“You put my
family in danger, tell me why I should let you live.” Deslock yelled.
“Deslock
please let him go!” Devina pleaded.
“I should
kill you with my bare hands for what you put me through.” He said as Wildstar
took hold of his friend.
“Deslock, let him go it’s not worth it. Listen to your wife.”
He said hoping that he would release him.
He looked over to his wife that
looked at him with worry. Slowly he released his grip on Namir and then finally
let go. “Thank my wife and Captain Wildstar that you are still living.” He said
with disgust.
Namir laid on the floor holding his throat gasping for air as
Wildstar and Nova helped him to his feet. “I thank you Emperor for your
leniency. I too would have been just as upset and would have seek
revenge on the man that took my wife and unborn child away. I truly apologise
and beg for your forgiveness.” Namir bow once more to him. “Your kindness of
sparing my life shows you are a great man.”
‘At a boy
Namir’ Wildstar thought to himself then looked over to Deslock and knew Namir’s
words would win him over. There’s nothing more to Deslock then a man admitting
that he was wrong and showing respect to a man as powerful as he is.
“Get up.”
Deslock stared down at him. “We have much to discuss.”
Wildstar
watched closely as Deslock stared at Namir. “Gentlemen, Ladies shall we?”
Wildstar said to break the tension in air.
“Yes, Talan
is everything ready?” Deslock asked.
“Yes sire,
this way.” He said bowing as the group went back to the palace.
“Now,
Captain Namir it is my understanding that my friend will pose as your
prisoner.”
Namir spoke
quickly to ease the tension. “Your grace, I have refused his offer to be my
prisoner. But as you know he is head strong and insists that he be the one to
be my prisoner.”
“Yes he can
be head strong.”Deslock said as he looked over to Wildstar. “I do not feel
comfortable with him being in that situation even if he is willing. I will go
with you.”
Wildstar
lean forward shock at what he said. “Deslock… I can’t let you do that.”
“Relax
Wildstar, like you I can be a little head strong also. I will join the recon group
with some of my men. I want to make sure that nothing goes wrong.” He said as
he stared at Namir.
“Deslock I
really don’t think it’s necessary that you be there. A lot of Bolar men might
not like the fact that the leader of Gamilon riding in the same ship as they
are. Let’s face it Deslock, your two races haven’t been playing nice with each
other in a long time.”
“And yours
has, Wildstar. Come on, what better way to create peace then to team up with
our enemies. I mean it worked for us.” He smirked.
Wildstar
smiled at what he said. Their friendship has lasted many years because of honor
and respect. Something they both held high on their list. “I guess it has,
Deslock.”
Nova
listened to the three leaders talk. Her heart ached knowing that her husband will
be in a dangerous situation. But now she listened to the leader of a huge
nation agree that he too would be going for the ride. She lean over to Devina
and asked. “Are you alright with this?”
Devina
looked up and smiled “Why shouldn’t I be?”
“I mean he
will put his life in the hands of his enemy.”
“They are
not his enemy if they are seeking the same thing. They want peace and so does
he.”
Wide-eyed
Nova listened to her words. What she said made more sense to her now. Feeling
his eyes on her she looked up and smiled at her husband. Nodding in her
direction Nova felt at ease with his decision. “Thank you Devina.”
“For what?”
“You helped
me without even knowing,” was all she could say.
“Well
gentleman I should go check on my ship and see if your
technicians were able to fix it.” Wildstar said as he stood up.
“Captain
Wildstar I would like to see Julie if it is not too much to ask. I have a
present for her and I think she will like very much.”
“I don’t see
a problem in that, Commander Forrester can make the arrangements.”
“Aye aye sir.” Nova said in responce to his order.
Namir
boarded his shuttle and headed back to the ship while the others headed back to
the Argo. Sandor and Dillan stood in front of the engine talking over some of
the new additions.
“How goes with the repairs, Sandor?”
“Wildstar,
it’s coming along pretty well. Dillan here has been a great help. He has
managed to fix the power source of the Wave Motion Engine to perform faster
than before. Once they finish installing the new cartridge we will test its
booster.”
“It will
give your engine more boost. You will be able to
maneuver her at top speed without her shaking like before. Oh yeah, I gave her
an extra push she can now go as fast as 30 space knots.”
“Wow, how
fast did she go before? Sandor.”
“Top speed
was 25,”Sandor said.
“I think our
helmsman is going to have fun with that. When can we test it out?”
“They should
be finish installing in about another day. You can take her on a test run
after.”
“I have to
admit I think I have found my match. Deslock you have a very bright kid here.”
Sandor said. “Dillan if you’re ever interested you can come
work for me on Earth in one of my companies.”
“Companies,
what’s that?”
“Well that’s
where earth people go to work. And if you work really hard you’ll be able to
run one someday.” Wildstar said.
“But
Commander Sandor, why would I do that? When I have an empire
to run with my brother and sister.”
Laughter
exploded within the group as Dillan stood confused at what he said that made
them respond in that manner. Deslock placed his arm around his young son and
gave him a hug. “It’s nothing Dillan. I am very proud of you.”
“I forgot
that I was talking to a very powerful young man. Of course you would not see
yourself working for me. You have a bright young man here Deslock, he was very
helpful.”
Wildstar
knelt down to Dillian and asked. “So Dillan tell me, does my ship go faster
than your father’s flag ship?”
Dillan
looked from his father to Wildstar then looked down at his shoes. “Yes uncle
Wildstar. I’m sorry father, but the Argo’s engine is much stronger than yours.
Something about the way the older engine was made gives a more powerful push.”
Dillan said. “I believe Commander Sandor calls it old fashioned horsepower.”
“What is
that?” Deslock asked his son.
“Beats the heck out of me.” Dillan replied as he scratched his head which sent another
wave of laughter throughout the group.
Deslock lean
over to Wildstar and whispered “What is horse power?”
“I’ll
explain later.” He laughed. “Well Dillan looks like you and my commander have
this under control. Try not to make him look too bad.”
“I’ll try.”
Dillan said shyly, he knew that the scientists on Gamilon didn’t care much for
him. He always managed to solve problems before them. They felt that it made
them look incompetent to his father. Within weeks he managed to solve problems
that they were stumped on for years. His father ordered that all ships be
overhauled and the booster that his son created be placed in them. Dillan felt
proud that his father had so much confidence in him to make such an order. Now
the Captain of the famous Argo, the ship that he was born on had the same
confidence. He was ready to do his best for his uncle and the crew.
“I have to
admit Deslock, he is a bright kid.” Wildstar said as they walked back to the
gangway.
“Although I
am disappointed that he does not want to run my empire. At least I know that he
can head the scientific part of the Gamilon Empire.
“So planning
to retire already?”
“Ha-ha no I
will run my empire till my death. Although they both seem ready they yet have a
lot to learn. Not only that, Damir is still quite immature to take on such
great responsibilities. He is still running with his friends that Devina and I
disapprove of. How do you Earthlings say it ‘KIDS!” he said then rolled his
eyes.
“I’m sure
that one day I will experience it.” Wildstar joked.
“Yes your
day will come.” Deslock assured him. “Well I hope to see you and Nova for
dinner tonight.”
“It would be
an honor.” Wildstar said.
“And invite
Captain Namir, I would love to talk to him about his plan some more.” Deslock
said.
“Will I have
to wear an armor suit this time?”
Deslock
smirk at his friend. “Not this time. I am sure my wife has had enough
excitement for now.”
“So has
mine.” Wildstar sighed. He bid his friend goodbye and went back to the ships
bridge to check on everything before heading to his quarters. Nova sat at the
desk they shared and looked up when he walked in. “Well hello there Ms.
Forrester,” he smiled.
“Captain Wildstar, has Deslock left.”
“Yes, we are
expected at dinner tonight with Captain Namir.”
“Hmm, is
that good?”
“He promised
that he will be on his best behavior. So anything I should know.”
“Nope
everything is going smoothly.” She said smiling at him.
Wildstar
walked over to her and lean down giving her a kiss on the forehead. “How are
you holding up?”
“You know I
am against you going, but I understand it’s something you have to do. Devina
doesn’t know it but she ease my mind on the mission. You can count on me
skipper to take control of the Argo.”
With a stunned
face he said “Well that must have been some talk.”
“On the
contrary skipper, it wasn’t a talk at all. She just put everything into perspective
for me.”
“And her
suggestion was?”
“They are not your enemy when they
are seeking the same thing. Peace.”
“Not sure
what you mean by that but I’m glad that you’re more at ease with it.” He held
out his hand and she took it. Pulling her up he took
her into his arms and kissed her. “Mrs. Wildstar I promise once this is all
over we are going to our island for a few weeks. Just you, me
and the sandy white beach and hopefully we come back pregnant.”
“Hmm, sounds
heavenly. I can’t wait.” She said and snuggled on his chest to hear his heart
beat.
Wildstar and
Nova waited as Namir’s Shuttle landed once more. They were expected for dinner
in 30 minutes and were ahead of schedule. The shuttle door opened and Namir
stood with a small bundle in his arms. He walked towards them when they heard a
small squeal. Stepping forward Nova look into his arms
and saw Saku in his arms. “Oh my god he grew so much Namir. He is just
handsome. May I?” she asked. Namir handed his son over to Nova as she gently
bounce him in her arms. “Julie is just going to be so happy to see him.” She
said and then cooed at the baby in her arms. Wildstar looked on and watch his
wife as she fussed over the baby. How he couldn’t wait until it was them that
were fussing over their child.
“I’d figure
that if Deslock sees Saku he could be sway into keeping peace between our
nations.” Namir grinned.
“Very smart,
Namir, a child would sway anyone, even a powerful leader such as Deslock.”
Wildstar agreed. They all got into the vehicle and went to the palace.
Deslock and
Devina a waited for their arrival at the front of the palace. Devina made sure
that the entrance was filled with flowers and all the staff would be at their
best. “Welcome Captains,” she said. Then she looked in Namir’s direction. “My
universe he is so cute. May I hold him?” Gently she took the infant from Namir
and brought him over to her husband. “Isn’t he just cute?” She asked him.
Deslock
looked at the child in his wife arms and smiled. With quick hands Devina shoved
the infant into his arms. “What, what are you doing?”
“He’s a
little heavy, why don’t you hold him for me.” She smiled.
Laughing at
what happened Wildstar step next to his dear friend
and cooed with him at Saku. “You got to admit Deslock, a baby can smooth over
anything wrong in the universe.”
“I have to
admit Namir he is a handsome child, he must take after his mother.” Namir
smiled at his respond and try to take his child from Deslock. “No, no I have
him.” He said quietly as he bounced the baby in his arms.
Namir looked
over to his left and notice three young children standing behind them. Nodding
in their direction he asked. “And these young people?”
“Ah these
three are our children. Children come,” Devina said as she motion for them to
step forward. “This is Damir, Dillan and this young lady is our little girl
Aurora. Say hello to Captain Namir children.”
“Well hello
there.”Namir said as he bowed to them.
“Father
isn’t he a Bolar. Why are we not arresting him?”Damir said.
“Damir!
That’s no way to treat our guest. Apologise right now.” Devina snapped.
“Father!” he
looked over to Deslock.
“You heard
your mother apologize to the future leader of the New Bolar Federation.”
“My apologies sir.” Damir said hanging his head down.
“Apology accepted, your grace.” Namir bowed to him. “I hope that once
this is all over that we all can be friends. I would like very much for my son
to look up to one of Gamilon’s great leaders.”
“Spreading
it on thick are you Namir?” Deslock smirked.
“Is it
working?”
“Hmm, why
don’t we go and enjoy our dinner.” Deslock said as he walked back into the
palace with Saku in his hands.
“So Namir,
How are you going to protect the Captain?” Deslock asked as they made their way
into a conference room after dinner.
“Before
entering the hall where I know we will bring him. I will have one of my man
search him in front of the Prime Minister at that time he will hand over a
weapon to the Captain and his man. It will not be easy Captain, but we will
make sure that you are protected.”
“Hmm, I
still feel that my friend here should be guarded with someone we can trust.”
Deslock looked at him with suspicion. “Talan get
Arlin. He would be of use to us.”
“Yes your
grace.” Talan bowed and nodded to another solider that ran from the room to
search for Arlin.
Deslock
turned to Namir and said. “Arlin will accompany you. I trust him like I would
trust any of my officers. He has proven to me many times over that he is loyal.
I will feel much more comfortable with him escorting Captain Wildstar to your
prime minister.”
“Arlin?”
Namir asked
“Yes he is
one of your solidesr that we captured. Lucky for him that he
is Devinas' friend or else we would have killed him on site.”
“Emperor Deslock
you summoned me?” Arlin said as he bowed.
“Arlin, I
have a mission for you. Captain Wildstar will be going to see your prime
minister and he will need an escort.”
Arlin stood
there shocked. “Captain Wildstar are you insane?” he
asked. Wildstar smiled at him and then informed him of their plan. Listening
carefully Arlin took in all they told him. Finally he was able to speak.
“Captain Wildstar I will make sure that you will have your weapons.”
“Thank you
Arlin. I trust you are a man of your word. Now I will have Commander Delvechio
give you more of the plan. He is one of my trusted officers. Do you have family
Arlin?”
“Uh no sir.”
Arlin said. “But I am seeing someone.”
“Well then
it is important that we all come out of this alive. We all have someone to come
home too.” Wildstar said looking over to his wife.
“Captain
Wildstar it’s getting late and I would like to give Julie her surprise.” Namir
said as he watched Deslock bounce his son in his arms.
“Yes of
course. Nova, we should be going soon also. Deslock I will see you in the
morning for our test run. I’m sure Dillan will be present to check on his work
also.” He said as he looked over to him he bowed his head blushing. “Goodnight
Devina, everything was lovely.” He said as he squeezed her hand.
EDF Battleship Argo
Bridge
26th of May,
2206
0730 hours
“Dillan you
can sit next to me.” Wildstar said.
“Thank you sir.”
“Mr. Miamoto
begin count down.” Wildstar ordered.
“Yes sir.”
He said. “Mr. Watanabe, start the engines.”
“Engine
room, start the wave motion engine.” Watanabe called down to the engine room.
“Aright
people let’s get ready to take off, hall in the gang way.” Wildstar yelled out.
“Gang way is
in, taking her at 2 knots.” Miamoto said. Slowly the ship left the Gamilon
docking area and lifted off into space. The Argo ascend deeper into the
atmosphere Miamoto move her deeper into space. ‘Wow she is moving smoothly.
She’s not even shaking like before.’ He thought.
“Mr.
Miamoto, she’s all yours let’s see what she can do.” Wildstar called out.
“Yes Sir” he
yelled back and then maneuvered the ship into high speed. He couldn’t believe
how easily she responded. The Argo sailed smoothly through every turn he gave
her. Quickly he pulled the ship on sharp turns waiting for her engines to give
way. ‘It’s amazing, it’s like nothing I ever handle.
She’s responding to everything.’ Miamoto thought to himself.
“Mr.
Miamoto, how does she feel?” Wildstar asked.
“Sir it
feels like she just came off the lot. She handles great.”
“Mr.
Watanabe, how is she holding up down there?” Wildstar looked over to his chief
engineer and asked.
Watanabe
called down to the engine room and smile at what they replied. “Sir she’s not
even breaking a sweat.”
Wildstar
looked over to Dillan and ruffled his hair. “Dillan you can fix her anytime.
Great job! Deslock you have an amazing son here.”
Deslock
stood tall as he gazed down at him proud. “Once he is of age he will be in
charge of all my scientist. Whether they want to or
not.” He said looking down at his son. “I know they give you a hard time son.
But I just love the way you make them look like fools.” Making Dillan grin at
what he said.
“Well Dillan
if ever I am stumped I’ll look you up.” Sandor said.
“Mr.
Miamoto, bring her back down.” Wildstar ordered.
“But sir, I
was just having fun.” He whined.
“I’m glad
you’re having the time of your life but we still have a mission to complete.
Bring her down thank you.” Wildstar giggled. “Trust me you’ll have plenty of
time to play with her.”
“Yes sir,”
he said disappointed.
Gangway . . .
“Uncle
Wildstar, there something else I should tell you.” Dillan smiled shyly.
“What is
that? Dillan,” Wildstar kneeled down to him.
“Well sir,
I’ve managed to install a force shield around the Argo in case she takes on too
much damage. Commander Sandor knows how to set it off. Only thing is that you
cannot use your Motion Wave Gun while it’s up. I haven’t been able to figure
out that one yet.”
Wildstar
looked wide eye at him, “Force Shield? Well this is some kid you have Deslock.”
“But Uncle
Wildstar it can only stay up for 2 minutes at a time. I’m sorry,
if I had a little more time I could fix it.”
Wildstar
ruffle his hair and laughed. “Do you know how much two minutes in battle will
help? Two minutes will save many lives. Thank you Dillan.” Wildstar said. “Deslock how soon can we
depart for Rhima?”
“My fleet is
ready now. We can depart in 4 hours.” Deslock advised.
“Very well,
I will have my ships ready to depart in 4 hours.” Wildstar said as they saluted
each other.
Bridge . . . . .
“Attention,
Captain on the bridge.” Nova called out.
“At ease
everyone, Ms. Forrester have everyone check all the systems and make sure that
they are in working order. We leave in 4 hours.”
“Aye, aye sir.” She said then began to take down reports.
“Sandor, are
you comfortable with the Wave Motion Engine?”
“Dillan did
an excellent job. I feel confident that she will outrun any ship.”
“Also he has
informed me about our new force shield.”
“Did he tell
you it can only stay up for 2 minutes at a time?”
“Yes, Sandor. Also that we cannot use the Wave Motion Gun while it’s
up. But it will give us enough time to charge up the gun, an advantage
that we could use in our next battle.”
“I agree Wildstar.”
“Okay everyone, get
ready for departure in 4 hours. Destination will be Bolar Federation Main
Headquarters Planet Rhima.” Wildstar called out to the bridge.
EDF Headquarters
Earth
1342 hours
General Stone’s office
“He wants me
to go where!?” he snapped over the phone.
“General,
Admiral Singleton wants you to personally handle the dispute at docking station
87.”
“Why can’t
he send Glitchman? I have too much to do. The last time I went down there I
didn’t get out of there until almost 2300 hours.”
Michelle
sighed, she hated to call him. Every time she did he barked at her and tried to
belittle her. “I’m sorry sir but he feels that you are the person to handle
this. I will have a car waiting for you downstairs to take you there.”
“Fine!” he
yelled and then slammed the phone down hard onto the receiver. “How dare he treat me like
lower ranking officers’! I worked hard to get to where I am, and this is
the thanks I get.” Stone stood up and snatched his jacket and cover off the
chair and walked out the door.
Singleton stood
outside of his office and watched as he walked out towards the elevators and
got in. “Michelle, how long will it take for him to get to the dock bays?”
“I gave the
driver instructions to take the long way around sir.” Michelle eyes laughed.
“If he asks why that way he is to tell them that there is major construction
and it will be impossible to get through.”
“Good
thinking. Now we all can work in peace around here for once. What time is the
meeting with Lieutenant Commander McCoy and Davis?”
“In an hour, sir.”
“Good, I
need to call my wife so no phone calls please.”
“Yes sir,
and please ask her about Wendy’s baby shower. If she needs
anything to give me a call.”
“I will. I
just can’t believe that she is having a baby. I remember her in pick tails and
playing in mud piles. Now she is married and going to have a baby.”
“Does she
know what she is having?”
“I think
Homer and her want to be surprised.”
“Awe so sweet. Well I will make sure you are not disturb.” She
said pushing him into his office.
An Hour later . . . .
They all sat
huddled in the adjoining conference room to his office, planning the next step
to how they will prove Stone’s hand in the escape of Lieutenant Commander
Tolbert. “Mr. Davis, we appreciate your help in all this, but you were Julie’s
Lawyer and giving us any information can get you disbarred.”
“I’m not
giving you anything that you haven’t got already. I’m just here to make sure
that my client will be giving a fair shake in all this.”
“My
informant says that General Stone was the one that hire him and an associate to
help in the plan.”
“I have no
knowledge in that. I was only hired to defend Lieutenant Commander Tolbert
nothing more.” He said “But I will tell you, that because of their misleading
information I like nothing more than to bury them for making me out to be a
fool. Now if that is all, I have another appointment that I have to attend to.”
Standing up he took hold of his cover and headed out the door.
“Admiral, do
you think that he knows more then he claims to know.”
“I’m not
sure. But if he is, what you say he is. He is wanting
his revenge as much as anything. I don’t think he is a man that would sit back
and let someone make a fool of him. His reputation is on the line and he’s not
the type of man that will let that fly.”
“No he’s
not.” McCoy said. “I just don’t get it. I guess he has his reasons. For one he
wouldn’t want to get disbarred for betraying his client. But then again he must
be itching to get them all behind bars.” Shaking his head of the dilemma that
his colleague was in he hoped that he would be able to make sense of it all. “So what now sir?”
“Lean hard
on our gentleman friend. See if there’s anything that he forgot to tell us.”
Singleton ordered him.
Getting up
and saluting McCoy replied with “Aye aye sir.”
“Michelle.”
He called into the intercom once McCoy left. “Please come in here.”
Within
seconds she was in his office. “Yes sir.”
“Is there any way of having someone follow our dear General Stone.”
“I think I
have a friend that specializes in that department. Let me see if I can get a
hold of him.”
“Please do,
I am determined to get to the bottom of this. Even if EDF counsel doesn’t have
any interest in this I do.”
EDF car . . . . .
“Yes Ralph,
I want you to have him stop this investigation. At this point this war should
have priority not the escape of one woman.” Stone yelled into the phone. “I
don’t care how you do it, just do it!” he snapped into
the phone. “Listen to me, if you do not put pressure on him, he will make a
joke of our justice system. Not to think of how they will uncover your
indiscretions and how you have been pocketing a small percentage from the
contractors. Do it or else.” Then hung up the phone.
“Driver, why are we going this way? It’s much faster if we take the
expressway.”
“Sir they
are doing construction and the delay is much too long. It’s quicker this way.”
“Hmm.” Are
they trying to keep me away from the office? I wouldn’t pass it by them. I better start covering my tracks starting
with her and her cousin. “Driver there’s been a change of plan I need to go to
this address.” He said as he wrote it down and handed it to him.