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Home under the sun - Korny - 07-05-2010
Leo, who actually didn't really sleep, just for about 5 minutes since he was looking over Shizuma all night, opens his eye as Shizuma walks out of the room, he slowly sits up straight, yawning and streching..."What a night..." He sighs once and stands up, streching again. He walks out of the bedroom, downstairs and looks at the open door leading to the backyard, he walks towards it and looks out, spotting Shizuma standing there and looking into the skies. He smiles and slowly walks to her, hugging her from behind, with both of his hands on her tummy, stroking it. "Good morning honey...I hope you slept well...I was looking over you the whole night you know...thinking about things...I just wanted to apoogize for my behavior...I'm sorry..." He kisses her neck, still stroking her tummy he looks up into the sky aswell, watching the ships and the clouds, smiling at the fact that Shizuma is still with him.
Home under the sun - Incindre - 07-05-2010
Kirikos endeavours had not gone unnoticed by the upper echelons of the Bretonia Police Authority. She had, in her short time employed in the organization, had worked exceptionally hard and achieved quite a lot. Ordinarily this would result in a promotion but this was an interesting case that required some thought.
As usual the Inspector who had been the most involved with the Officer, (having seen the qualities making them worth the rise in rank), put the candidates name forwards at one of the human resources meetings.
Inspector Lachlan McArthur brought the name up in the room while his comrades and the few Commanders present reclined in the dying afternoon light.
The name caused a bit of a stir, the rooms occupants shifting uncomfortably.
No, shes Kusari! one person stated angrily.
I didnt think a persons race dictated their suitability for promotion, McArthur retorted calmly, If that were the case then would you as a Libertonian be here in your current position?
This silenced the naysayer but the air was of general discontent.
Commander Lucy Silsbury trusted McArthur probably the most out of her colleagues but was dubious about this Kiriko, the recruitment office had only let her in as it could provide useful information and she could be used as a mole should a Kusari organization need to be infiltrated. On what basis have you picked her for promotion McArthur?
The Inspector stood up, walking around the ring table and through a gap into the centre. There he stood amidst a few stray holograms from the above projector.
He cleared his throat and launched into a rather impressive speech, maintaining decent eye contact and employing an impassioned tone.
Friends, you have all risen in the ranks because you have shown that you are capable of leading or because you have pulled off something rather special. This young Kusari born girl has done things that I wouldnt attempt and I daresay some of you others wouldnt either. He paused for effect.
In my time supervising her she has taken down, without assistance, several transports and pirates with endurance that I have rarely seen among our own ranks or even those of the BAF!
The air was beginning to change, many of the occupants of the table having been through the reports themselves.
Just last week she took on a Titan and three Decurions. Three ships were destroyed and the other fled.
Someone interrupted I believe a BAF gunboat was involved at some point.
Lachlan whirled to face the impudent Inspector Yes, however it only arrived later during the fight. Answer me this: would you engage four Corsairs who had been pirating and attacking all that passed by them in a Hussar with only the promise of support arriving soon?
Thats just plain stupidity! The response came.
Not when you consider her previous record against similar odds, more confirmed kills than many of you might I add.
There was more murmuring between the seated persons. Its that ship of hers! It does something!" came an outburst. "Shes not of the right calibre! someone called.
True on both counts, those who had flown with her had noticed her talking to the ship, the ship seemed to respond; however, those who had encountered her away from her ship were bemused by the thin slip of a girl who seemed to find everything frightening. She appeared nervous of conversation and often lapsed into stammering Kusari accompanied by the appearance of tears. Surely a Sergeant must be able to give directions to Constables in comprehensible English and remain confident in all situations.
McArthur was adamant.
Ive seen the potential here, it would be a crime not to promote her for her hard work, and her confidence will develop as she mixes with the other Sergeants.
The table did not seem convinced.
Come on lads and lassies, give her a chance, whether its all down to the ship or no, Constable Kiriko is the best pilot amongst the Constables, Im sure her leadership will pick up!
Alright McArthur, Silsbury spoke after exchanging looks with her colleagues well put it to the vote, but shes your responsibility, make sure she does improve.
McArthur held his breath.
All in favour of Constable Kiriko Hidamari ascending to the rank of Sergeant raise your hands.
Hands went up tripping holographic counters which relayed data to the projected number readout near McArthurs shoulder.
12
All against.
11
Lachlan let out a breath of relief while those opposed to letting a Kusari rise up scowled.
Well its done, send out the letter Mr Finck, Hidamari is now a Sergeant. Session over
The occupants of the room got up and filed out.
Silsbury and McArthur were left alone while the Commander went through the appropriate meeting termination sequence with the holographic system.
Thank you Maam! McArthur said brightly, back to his usual jovial self.
Lucy looked up, her expression unreadable but powerful as always, This is going to be your responsibility McArthur... I hope you made the right choice here.
And with that she left the room and a slightly concerned Inspector McArthur now fully aware that Kiriko had to succeed in order for him to maintain the respect his opinion usually commanded amongst his peers.
Home under the sun - Hidamari - 07-05-2010
Kiriko was laying in bed, resting under the doctors orders as well as her parents, still holding onto Cly she lay sleeping breathing easily and calmly dreaming of Pizza and Ice cream's and the Pasta her mother and Ali-neesama made once. Cly started to buzz for a moment lighting up also, Kiriko stirred a little, she opened her eyes and her senses came slowly back to reality, Cly was talking to her. Gradually Kiriko was able to focus enough to understand what Cly was saying
mmm..nani?..Cly? *Kiriko spoke dreamily still not awake fully* ::you have recieved a new message from, the Bretonia Police Authority:: Kiriko rose quickly wincing a little at the pain in her arm, ignoring it she felt a little excited at her first ever message this way, still tired she spoke joyfully, "really Cly? what does it say, let me see! let me see!" Cly displayed the message on the screen, Kiriko squinted a little at all the Bretonian words, "Cly.. you know I cant read those words very well yet...i dont want to disturb tousama this early...c..can you read it to me? " ::roger::*Cly began to read aloud the contained message*
::Greetings Constable Kiriko Hidamari, despite being new to the Bretonian Police force you have shown great strength in both combat and leadership amongst your fellow Constables. For your dedication, determination and bravery you are hereby promoted to the rank of Bretonian Police Sergeant..." Kiriko shakes a little in contained joy, Cly continues to read the message ".. effective immediately, the appropriate documents and items are being forwarded to your new address at 'Sunrise Villa, Gran Canaria' by Bowex Mail and will arrive sometime in the next few days, in the meantime you have this NNM (Neural Net Message) to be an official promotion notice until physical evidence arrives at your home. As a sergeant you are expected to lead the brave and eager men and women under your command to victory, but more importantly to safety. We wish for you to continue your outstanding efforts within the police ranks and remain as an example for others to follow.
-Bretonia Police Authority ::End of message::
Kiriko lay shaking, a mix of joy and disbelief rushing around inside her, she rubbed her legs together under the covers as the words were still sinking in, her heart raced her breathing picked up as she got more and more conscious of what was just said. a few tears built up in her eyes and she laughed joyfully and stood on the bed quickly, it wobbled beneath her, she held Cly infront of her.
Hyahahaha! CLY! WE DID IT! WE DID IT CLY! *she bounced on the bed a little, a few tears of happiness rolled down her cheeks as she spun around holding Cly in front of her* They said we are strong Cly! And we got promoted! *Kiriko ran from her room across the hallway to her parents room in pure excitement, knocking on the door she held Cly tightly, dancing outside the room bubbling in joy, she opened the door quietly* Okasama?.. Tousama? *the room was empty, she listened to any sound coming from their bathroom, nothing. She ran downstairs* tousama! okasama!.. *repeating their names excitedly over and over in her overjoyed state, she looked in all the rooms in the house and couldnt find them, she deflated a little and then looked out into the back and saw them both together, Kiriko perked up instantly with a big smile and ran out into the garden in her pyjama's her cheeks still wet* okasama! otosama!...
Home under the sun - Heraklion - 07-05-2010
Shizuma enjoys Leo's embrace, she whispers "It's alright... I shouldn't have left... gomene..." she suddenly hears Kiri yell for them and turns around as Kiri runs towards them. She lets go of Leo and kneels down so she's at eye level with Kiri and reaches out her arms to hug her. "You look happy, what happened honey?" She smiles at Kiri and hugs her like she never did before. Thankful that she didn't give up this life after all.
Home under the sun - Hidamari - 07-05-2010
Kiriko sank right into her mothers strong embrace, Kiriko hadnt been aware of things Shizuma had been going through, and perhaps as a child in family it was best kept that way, Kiriko noticed her mother hald onto her alot longer than she had before and much tighter, at first Kiriko thought it was a little odd, but regardless she stayed and hugged her mother for as long as she wanted.
Shizuma released her hold on Kiriko, Kiriko looked at her mother with a big smile still with wet cheeks, she spoke quietly. "that was a biig hug, Okasama.. are you ok?" Kiriko could tell that her mother had been a little sad, Shizuma spoke softly, now reasured after connecting back with her family. "hai... honey, im fine" Kiriko looked into her mothers eyes and could tell she was better after the hug, Kiriko nodded "ok then" she said joyfully and smiled a big smile. Shizuma giggled a little "did somthing good happen? Kiri?" Kiriko suddenly remembered about her promotion after being lost in her mothers warm embrace. "ah!.. hai.. Cly Cly..tell them! tell them! tell mommy and daddy about what happened!" Kiriko was getting very very excited, ::Roger, replaying last message:: Kiriko held Cly between herself and shizuma so they could hear it.
*Cly replays the last message from the Bretonia Police Authority*
Home under the sun - Hidamari - 09-16-2010
Kiriko came home after a long patrol, she was trembling a little and in need of her medicine, although not urgently she could feel the first signs of her illness progressing her head feeling woozy and so on, Leonardo and Shizuma were never home when Kiriko came back, out doing whatever parents did when you didn't see them. She spoke quietly and in a tired tone.
'na..Cly, we can just have a drink then we need to shower and go to bed.. Or we might...*she yawns loudly* be late for patrol tomorrow.. and, Silsbury-san we be mad, we don't want that.. na?'
An image of a downward pointing thumb emerges on the screen for a moment and is then gone, Kiriko nods and takes of her shoes at the door, walking to the kitchen wispily, Kiriko puts Cly down on the counter and she makes a drink of water from the tap and drinks it slowly, she finishes the drink and rubs her arm for a moment, then slowly leaves the kitchen and heads upstairs leaving Cly on the kitchen side accidentally.
Kiriko walked to her bedside table where Neko-kun lay, laying on its side she lifted him up and sat down on her bed, the water in the mattress giggled slowly beneath her, nearly feeling the bad feelings start she opens her arm and grits her teeth painfully and replaces her capsual, she breaths moderately and holds Neko-kun on her lap securely, she lay back on the bed and closed her eyes, too tired to do anything until the medicine started working fully.
'I'll just......res.t...fo.r...a....'
Too tired to finish the sentence even she drifted away to sleep...
The hours past and Kiriko slept soundly still in her police uniform clutching Neko-kun, the hour past midnight and a odd sound emanated from the kitchen. It was Cly, her designer and Kiriko's old friend had set a reminder into Cly's memory that today was Kiriko's 14th Birthday, she vibrated and sang happy birthday with a preset audio file. Kiriko didn't hear it, for she was far away, dreaming softly of things and people she loved.
Cly was busy singing, she sent a communication to people registered as friends, family, and co-workers. Mason Hargreaves, as part of the crew responsible for bringing Kiriko to Bretonia, always knew her life must have been awful from talking with the Karl Ackerman the Isocrates Cheif medical officer, (the man responsible for her metallic arm implant) he sends the Clytemnestra's 'Testament' AI periodic updates, and programmed Cly to tell as many people as possible so that Kiriko may finally have, a happy birthday.
Home under the sun - Heraklion - 09-16-2010
Shizuma opened the front door and heard an unknown voice that appeared to be singing, swiftly she grabs one of her blades and sneaks to the kitchen and was suprised to see that it's empty. She looks around and notices the palm-top that contains Cly's system. As she walks towards it the song ends but a message on the screen remains "happy birthday" Shizuma tilts her head and then she facepalms "of course... I never knew..." She's exhausted, probably due of the pregnancy, it is clearly visible now and it's starting to irk her, she can't even close her seatbelts in her ship anymore. She actually wanted to go to sleep, but she couldn't... she sighs and then grabs one of the cooking books and search for a nice birthday cake, she stops at a chocolate cake with cream topping and she starts to gather the ingredients from her kitchen.
A couple of hours, 3 broken eggs on the floor, flour all over the kitchen the cake is finally finished and she hides it until Leo gets home, so they could all celebrate this day.
Home under the sun - Korny - 09-16-2010
Leo, who just came home from a long and hard day of work as a Privateer in Kusari, opened the main gate, walking in as usual, though slow and weak, obviously totally worn out. He looked around a little, placed his bagpack on the floor in the living room and saw the lights burning from inside of the kitchen. He walked towards the kitchen and took a peek around the corner, into the room and spots Shizuma and the messy kitchen. He arched a brow as he walked in, a pretty confused look on his face. "Alright...Baby, you better explain me what the hell is going on here..." He walked towards Shizuma and accidently steps into one of the eggs laying around on the floor. He lifts his leg and starts jumping on one leg towards the kitchen table to hold balance. "God...Damnit!"
Home under the sun - Heraklion - 09-16-2010
Shizuma, who was sitting on the counter next to the sink was spooning the remains of the chocolate dough out of the bowl, with her mouth full of chocolate she just gestures at the palm-top and then at the birthday cake on top of the fridge.
Home under the sun - Korny - 09-16-2010
Leo chuckled a little at Shizuma's appearance, then looks to the palm-top on the table, tilting his head, then to the fridge, at the birthday cake and then back at Shizuma, tilting his head lightly. "Today isn't my birthday, Baby..." He chuckles again and walks towards her, giving her a small kiss and then wipes off the chocolate remainings from around her mouth and eats them from his finger, smiling a little. "Mm...That's good!"