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2042: The Disbandment

After the war, things became relatively quiet. As a direct result, the soldiers and officers of the Hater Federation often got bored. Personnel from other armies, federations and empires would come to visit, and often show respect for the fallen of the war.

However, due to the Watchdog race becoming close to endangerment due to the casualties in the war, the higher ups beyond Lord Hater decided it was best to disband the army. At least until the numbers rose to their previous state.

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"What do you mean, we've been disbanded?!" Iris was furious.
As was Sylvia, "Yeah. Hater, please tell us this isn't true."

The skeleton was overcome with shock. "These past few years have been a nightmare for everyone involved. Especially our forces. The higher ups decided it was best to spare everyone more heartache."

Retina's gaze became strict. "Is there something you aren't telling us?"

Hater sighed. "The Watchdog race Population has taken a nosedive. And since Dom destroyed Vein... no offence honey." He heard his wife's, 'Don't worry.' He continued. "You guys have pretty much been taken out."

Eyela's downcast gaze was picked up by her children almost immediately.

"Mum, what's wrong?"

She perked up almost immediately, and started acting like nothing was wrong.
"Oh, nothing. Just a little shocked is all."

No one was convinced. "Eyela, we know you better than that." Wander cut in. "It's about Peepers isn't it?"

Most of the people in the room stiffened at the Commander's name, but allowed Wander to take control.

"Yeah. It's been two years, and we still haven't figured out which of the guards killed him. And well, we won't if the army is disbanded."
Lord Hater cut in, "Eyela, no offence, but I'm pretty sure the culprit is long gone by now. Besides, the army is only disbanding temporarily. At least until Watchdog numbers come back up."

Iris and Retina shared a glance. Then Iris said something that silenced the entire room. "Retina and I, when the disbandment becomes official, are going to find the culprit. We'll be gone for a while, but we have to."
Retina took over. "We were going to do this anyway, even if the disbandment hadn't been ordered."

Eyela ran towards them, holding her children in a loving embrace that shocked both of them.

"Does this mean you're okay with it?"
"Well, I don't necessarily approve, but if it's really what you want to do, I won't stop you. Just be careful. I can't lose you." She gazed into Iris's eye before turning to her son. "Either of you."

They nodded in response.

Andy slammed the door open. "We have reason to believe that all of the guards were working together."
"How long were you outside listening to us?"
"About an hour..."

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The siblings were packed to leave. When they exited their joint room, however, they were surprised to see the entire army, as well as many of their friends, waiting outside for them. Their mother came up to them.

"I've never been more proud of you. I hope you find them. Bring them to justice."
Iris asked, "Do you think Dad would be proud of us?"
"There's no doubt in my mind that he would be amazingly proud of you both..."

The family embraced before allowing each other to part ways.

As the two siblings lost sight of their childhood home and friends, they attempted to gaze beyond their field of vision as they searched for their father's killers...

And as for the people back on the Skullship? They could never leave each other. So they decided to continue living on the ship. It just wouldn't be a military base anymore.

The Watchdog Army had disbanded...

A/n: I want to thank my family for listening to my constant ramblings about this story (poor people). I also want to thank you guys, especially @Jellaa864 for taking your time to read this.

Unfortunately, this is where our story ends. *dodges rotten tomato* However, I am willing to answer requests and questions where possible for one-shots. These (if they come into being and you guys wish for it) will be posted in the same story as The Conference as a one-shot book. I really don't want to finish writing this...

There may also be a sequel. Who knows? I guess we'll just have to wait and see...

See you guys. Over and out!