Author Topic: Fluffy feathers with a chance of Starshine (Stardancer~!) (Read 8602 times)

SilverLuna · « **Reply #80 on:** September 06, 2015, 09:51:28 am »

Ellis nodded and together they dragged out Laerda following the rest of the crew out. ''Felt like cleaning all of a sudden?'' Laerda asked noticing there was no more mess on the floor, the cargo was gone too, hidden most likely.

''I recommend not to say that much'' Ellis said. The door opened and the whole group walked down.

Everyone was amazed by the place they found themselves in now. Their boss certainly did not had it this luxerious and most men of the Little Capricorn looked up to his wealth. Wanting a little slice of it themselves. ''On behalf of the crew, thank you for allowing us to board.'' Cronos spoke in a kind manner.

Daglobster · « **Reply #81 on:** September 06, 2015, 06:14:56 pm »

The lead guard acknowledged Cronos' words, and he pressed a button on a collar he was wearing.

"Welcome aboard The Anastasia. Do any of you require medical attention?"

The guard's lips moved as if to pronounce Drakkonan words and syllables, but plain english came out of his mouth. It seemed the collar he had on was some sort of translator. Not every single guard had one, but the majority were definitely wearing them.

Stardancer · « **Reply #82 on:** September 06, 2015, 07:48:16 pm »

Helping Laerda walk with Ellis also by the woman's side, the Star also made her way into the interior of the other ship. With the help of the pilot, Evadne gently made her way through the rest of the Little Capricorn crew, supporting Laerda's left side while Ellis supported her right.

Stopping in front of the guard who had spoken, she answered his query. "Laerda here requires attention. She had been outside the ship for too long trying to fix it, and needs at least one dose of pure oxygen."

The Flameling recognized the Drakkon race, she had seen them before. Both the High and Low Drakkons she had had brief contact with in years past. But none of these looked familiar to her eyes, which was not surprising at all. Perhaps some others inside the ship might though, depending upon their age.

SilverLuna · « **Reply #83 on:** September 06, 2015, 10:31:13 pm »

Ellis with the help of Evadne got Laerda more forward. ''Appearantly the oxigen distribution to her space suit did not work properly when she worked.'' Chronos explained. There was some worry in his voice for sure, which would be expected of a leader. Of course he was still angry at Laerda for having claimed Evadne while the star was his prize.

All of that though had to be saved for later. ''Laerda, take it easy. I know the ship is a bit of your 'baby' but let us fix it thistime.''

''Over my dead body. You do not even know the difference between a wrench and a screwdriver...'' Laerda said with a smile. ''Just wait till the bloody CO 2 is out of my bloody system.''

''Is there anything we can do in return for your hospitality?'' Chronos asked one of the guards. ''We do not have a lot to give though.''

Daglobster · « **Reply #84 on:** September 08, 2015, 01:25:28 pm »

The guards looked among one another, the lead chattering something into his communicator before turning his attention back to Chronos.

"No compensation is required of you. You were in need, and our Lord Elaros, in his generosity, sought it fit to help you. However, we're going to have to require you to submit to a search of both your persons and your vessel, to be conducted in separate areas."

SilverLuna · « **Reply #85 on:** September 08, 2015, 11:04:15 pm »

''Of course.'' Chronos said. None had weapons on them, they were all in the ship. Neatly ordered in the racks.

The way it easily came out of the man's mouth made Laerda wonder what Chronos did. After all if they did do a thorough search they certainly would find the stolen goods.

What she did not know whas that Chronos actually labeled all creates, with neat forms that seemed to have explenations that they had been confiscated from space pirates.

Only the egg had not been put in one.

''Please be careful with the room having 103 on the door. There is a creature in there that must not leave the ship. If it does well. It will be a hard catching it.'' Ellis said feeling Laerda swaying

Stardancer · « **Reply #86 on:** September 09, 2015, 12:32:41 am »

Keeping her grip on the woman, the Flameling made sure not to let Laerda fall to the floor. At Ellis's words, she nodded. "It's best for the creature to stay where she's at. You might frighten her unintentionally."

Evadne's aura projected a sense of calm as always, so the guards should no doubt feel it as well. Not to mention the obvious glow about her was very noticeable. She did wonder what the guards would do if they found the stolen goods. However the star was not involved in any of that, but she also did not want any violence to erupt from the findings either.

Daglobster · « **Reply #87 on:** September 09, 2015, 06:05:32 am »

The guards hardly seemed to care for Evadne's presence, but whether that was a professional disregard for race, or her calming aura, was yet to be seen. However, a few of the guards seemed to relax a bit, while others seemed to stay hard-faced.

However, at the mention of something living in one of the rooms, and after frequent mentions not to go in there, the lead guard blipped on his communicator, and spoke into it a bit more. The conversation went back and forth, and then the lead guard turned to face them again.

"What is this creature?" the guard asked, and he motioned for Evadne and Laerda to pass, although his eyes remained on Chronos.

SilverLuna · « **Reply #88 on:** September 09, 2015, 07:12:33 am »

''A phoenix hatchling. Confiscated from space pirates we met a while back. The egg hatched a few days ago.'' Chronos replued calmly. He had heard how to lie and how to do it well like the rest of the crew in order not to give way their boss.

''We do not know the original owner but when we find out we will be sure to return his or her property.''

Stardancer · « **Reply #89 on:** September 09, 2015, 03:37:29 pm »

When given the okay to proceed, Evadne helped Laerda along the corridors, following whatever guard or guards would lead them to the infirmary. The Star had no reason yet to believe the others were a threat but she remained observative nonetheless, also trying to memorize the route they were taking.

"It'll be alright." she tried to reassure the woman. "I'll stay nearby if needed."

The ship was indeed huge, passing through quite a few passageways and closed doors as they slowly walked to where Laerda could get medical treatment. For Laerda's sake, Evadne hoped it wouldn't be too much longer.

Daglobster · « **Reply #90 on:** September 11, 2015, 05:06:23 am »

Two guards peeled off from the group meeting them at the shuttle bay, and escorted Evadne and Laerda through the lavish halls of The Anastasia, and to the infirmary. Indeed, it was a bit of a journey due to the ship's layout, but the view on the way there wasn't that bad.

And, as Evadne memorized the route to the infimary, she'd notice other things, too:

Ceiling turrets.

Of course, they weren't deployed, little more than brass, engraved domes placed around to give complete coverage of the vessel, but the fact that the shi had them installed might set off a few red flags for The Star.

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Meanwhile, at the shuttle bay, the lead guard sighed, as if dealing with this shit was the last thing he wanted to do, and nodded.

Needless to say, the calmness of Chronos' delivery wasn't really helping in the light of his story, which seemed to get stranger and stranger.

"Do you have a means to transport it?"

SilverLuna · « **Reply #91 on:** September 11, 2015, 05:50:15 am »

''Not really. I think I have a cage laying around somewhere but catching it will most likely be tricky. It is fond of the two women though so when either of those two are back they can take it out.'' Chronos suggested.''I can see if I xan find the cage in the ship. Or if you have one laying about it is fine too.

Laerda for as far as she was aware of what was in the ship and how massive it was, she was impressed.''compliments to the owner of the ship. Not only generous but one of the most amazing ships I ever laid eyes on. You do not happen to still need mechanics do you?'' She asked.

Stardancer · « **Reply #92 on:** September 12, 2015, 06:23:56 am »

As they walked along the hallways and winding corridors, Evadne's eyes traveled up, noticing the ceiling turrets. A little concerned but she said nothing, but did wonder for a bit why the ship needed lookout towers installed even if they weren't currently in use. Many reasons flooded through her mind then at this, wondering what it could mean.

Returning her attention back down and ahead of them, she continued to help guide Laerda along, and also wondered why Ellis hadn't been allowed to come with them. It would certainly make the going easier.

At the woman's comment, she replied. "Yes, the ship is indeed impressive. We shall definitely have to thank the owner for their hospitality."

Looking back up again at the brass ceiling towers, Evadne frowned a bit again, but focused on her current task of helping Laerda walk through the ship to the medical chamber. Right now, that was far more important than what the ceiling contained.

Daglobster · « **Reply #93 on:** September 16, 2015, 07:11:33 am »

The guards escorting Laerda and Evadne shrugged their shoulders. One of them, which had the translator collar, spoke up.

"We just might. You'll have to talk to the boss."

When they arrived at the small clinic, Laerda was taken from Evadne's hands and set down in a bed. She was given oxygen to help her recover, and was told there'd be food as well, to help her regain strength.

One of the guards with them laid a hand on Evadne's shoulder to get her attention.

"They need you back at your ship. Something about a baby Phoenix that needs transporting."

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Back at the hangar, the guard nodded, and looked at Chronos.

"Your friend's coming back to transport the baby phoenix. You will wait here in the meantime."

Stardancer · « **Reply #94 on:** September 16, 2015, 11:16:23 pm »

Nodding, Evadne turned to go back the way they had come, following the guard who had informed her. But not before bidding Laerda a brief goodbye, saying she would come back to check on her later. Going back through the long, sleek corridors, Evadne arrived back to where they had first boarded the larger ship. She noted Chronos was there and passed him by without a word, only a brief nod of the head to acknowledge him.

Then she followed the route back to room 103 where the others were likely to have gathered to try and capture the phoenix hatchling. The door to the room was closed and the others stood by with a cage in their hands right outside it.

"I shall go inside first to calm her and let her know not to fear anything." Evadne spoke. She listened for a moment to see if she could hear the fire bird moving around.

SilverLuna · « **Reply #95 on:** September 17, 2015, 01:06:09 pm »

Aeria made no noise. It had run around a little as it chased it's shadow until it was tired. Right now, Aeria was sleeping on the pillow but she could hear Evadne's voice which slowly made her wake up.

Daglobster · « **Reply #96 on:** September 18, 2015, 10:44:19 am »

The guards had come in with them, waiting for Evadne to work her magic. Their guns were loaded and aimed, ready in case anything went down.

Stardancer · « **Reply #97 on:** September 19, 2015, 12:42:57 am »

Walking into the room, Evadne spoke in a calming tone to the baby fire bird. "Aeria, sweetie, we need you to come with us to the other ship. Everything will be fine, do not worry. The confinement will only be temporary. Everything will be fine." she repeated those last words in Star-Speak, to help the comforting message sink in better.

The Star saw that the guards had their guns loaded and aimed, and she thought that was wholly unnecessary, but did not comment on her opinion. It might only serve to frighten the bird and nothing more but the Flameling did what she knew best to ease any discomfort or terror.

"Come Aeria, you are safe with me." Again saying this in Star-Speak.

SilverLuna · « **Reply #98 on:** September 19, 2015, 01:48:30 am »

Aeria let out a yawn and gave an exited sound that was between a purr and tjirp. Calmly making her way to Evadne. The door was open though which peaked her curiosity causing the baby phoenix to hop off from the bed onto the floor to get a better look on what was on the other side soon standing between Evadne and those well. What she would considder now as weird things since all she had seen right now were humanoids. Perhaps it was good though she did not understood the concept of guns and after a suprising sounding tjirp Earia figured to hide with one of the two she saw as a parent, quickly rushing to Evadne.

Daglobster · « **Reply #99 on:** September 19, 2015, 08:16:36 am »

When the guards saw that, in fact, it was an adorable baby phoenix and not some kind of beast or ambush, they lowered their weapons. Some of them even smiled, for phoenixes were nothing if not warm, and Drakkons, being cold blooded, pursued sources of warmth like an addict pursued drugs.

"Come on, then," the lead guard said.

"You and your vessel will be searched now, but don't worry, it won't take long. You seem like honest enough people."