Lazarus Project: Mass Effect 2 (Shenko)

Chapter 59

Milky Way/Terminus Systems/SSV Normandy SR-2

Earth year: 2185 CE --- September

Callie was feeling overwhelmed as she stepped into the elevator and headed for the crew deck. She wasn't sure if she needed a nap or a drink more.

She knew Mordin had done what he could to removed surveillance from the ship, but that didn't mean someone else hadn't replaced what had been removed. After talking to Tali, she'd decided she'd talk to her and Garrus about her death later, privately in her cabin. Now just wasn't the time.

"Shepard." Garrus greeted her warmly as she stepped into the Main Battery where he'd made himself at home. "I'm glad you're here."

"You wanted to talk Garrus?"

"Remember when I told you it was my fault for that mess I got myself into on Omega?"

"I do. Tell me what happened."

"Well I did as you asked back on the Normandy. Went back to C-Sec and really tried, but it didn't work out. So I left, went to Omega, got myself a squad and started making trouble for the local merc groups."

"Yeah, you succeeded there Garrus. How'd you get started?"

"A lot like you did when you put together your crew on the Normandy. There were a lot of people who were sick of the crime there and wanted a way to fight back.  And then I was betrayed."

"What happened?"

"Someone on my team sent me a message to meet him, but when I got there the place was deserted. By the time I got back, my entire squad was dead and the guy who gave me the tip had fled Omega."

"So he set you up."

"Yeah. Then you showed up and saved my sorry ass. Again."

"I'm just glad I got there when I did. So what did you want to see me about?"

"I tracked Sidonis, couldn't find him. But I put out feelers and I got a tip."

"You know where he is?"

"He's on the Citadel. I know someone who can lead me right to him. But I need your help Shepard."

"Is this about revenge Garrus?"

"Look, Shepard, I know you don't approve, but this is something I have to do. Sidonis betrayed me, betrayed my men. He can't just get away with it."

"Alright, I'll help you, but I don't have to like it."

"Thanks Shepard. That's all I ask. I should get back to work."

"I'll talk to you later Garrus."

----xxx----

Callie headed for the Life Support Control room after leaving Garrus. Thane had claimed the small space since it was the only room on the ship more arid than others. She hoped that whatever Thane needed couldn't possibly be worse than going to Tuchanka or taking on an Ardat-Yakshi.

"Shepard." Thane greeted her from the chair he was seated in. He looked like he'd just come out of a deep meditation that made Callie pause. Maybe this wouldn't be so bad.

"Thane. I thought I'd see how you were doing. We haven't had much time to talk."

"Please, join me Shepard. You've been busy getting many things accomplished. It is an admirable quality."

"Kelly said you wanted to speak with me?"

"Ah yes. Perhaps we could talk first. It is of a... personal nature and I've not had many opportunities for pleasant conversation with a beautiful woman for some time."