0001 - Tempro
0003 - Conner- Thomas
0097 - Ace - Zimmel
0098 - Lucy
0101 - Shelby (mother ship) - Lucie
0125 - Lars
0200 - Ellen
0301 - Rodrick
0403 - Johnathon
0667 - Marco - Brown
0778 - Jan
0798 - Celeste - Shelby (human)
0908 - Tara - Mara
0999 - Zan
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Ungrown - unnumbered
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3 - onboard Tempro awaiting Shelby
1000 - Sherry - lost at the moment
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The five foot three Oriental woman known as Onai Sakuta was now turning her full attention toward Kimon Dempsy. Behind her David Greeson groaned as he tried to rise again. Onai stopped short without turning she said, "You are far more injured than you think David Greeson, student of the master Kimon Dempsy. Go get medical attention before it is severe."
Greeson looked up at the back of the woman he'd just fought. True he felt as if his insides had been scrambled plus to be honest the hard floor was far more inviting right now.
Norman looked up as he stated, "Celeste, transfer Lieutenant Greeson to med bay for evaluation. I suggest you keep a spot open. We may have more casualties soon."
"Compliance Brigadier General." Celeste said even as Greeson vanished.
A smile dominated the face of Onai at Norman's words. Ah! So the man did remember the exercises that she and Kimon had done. "It is good that Kimon has as good a friend in you as he does." Turning back to Norman she smiled again, "he's going to need it."
Dempsy gulped at the tone of her voice. Damn but she was far angrier than he at first thought.
Onai then resumed her stride toward Dempsy stopping before him. "Father demands an answer as to the reason you did not return. Honor and duty to the emperor is understandable, to a point. Beyond that you had opportunities to return to home. I am the one to determine if you continue with honor or," here she lowered her voice to a whisper. "To be shunned and shrouded in dishonor."
A flash of light seemed to appear then Dempsy was flying toward the wall. Damn it! He'd not expected her to use that move. So, she was going all out much like they used to do. Springing back Dempsy landed in front of her causing her eyes to momentarily widen.
"So you have mastered all the techniques that father taught you all those years ago. This then will be a true test master against master." Onai said as she appraised Dempsy.
Dempsy was about to comment when there was a shimmering between the both of them. Onai's face was suddenly in shock as she fell to the floor in a prone position. The others also bowed to Derrick as he sighed deeply.
From the floor they all heard Onai, "I hope that I haven't displeased you lord. I have done all according to the traditions of my world."
Derrick looked on the scene a moment then nodded. "No Onai Sakuta, as of yet there has been nothing you have done wrong." Derrick smiled as he heard the woman sigh in relief. "Though I do have a favor to ask you?"
Onai's eyes opened wide as still not raising her head she replied, "It would please my father and the Jitaku home world to aid the emperor."
Derrick was nodding as he considered what to say next. "I know that your traditions dictate that you must carry out what is expected. I still have a great need of the services of Colonel Dempsy. I therefore would like to ask that you delay killing him, if that is your mission 'til the present crisis is over. If not then I will apologize for interrupting the proceedings." Now Derrick thought we'll see what is going on.
Onai's eyes were wide with pride then she nodded. "I will have to speak to father, plus the Jitaku council, Lord, before I can continue."
Derrick hid a smile as he nodded, "very well Onai Sakuta. I will await your and their answer. I do not wish to subjugate the traditions of your world. Jitaku has always been honorable and respectful, I am glad that I am able to return that to you."
"Thank you Lord!" Onai replied an even larger show of pride on her face. "I am positive that father and the council will express their appreciation." Standing she bowed to Derrick again even as the image of Derrick vanished. Turning to Dempsy she poked a finger to his chest, "you have been given a reprieve my betrothed. I suggest you prepare for what comes next."
Dempsy could only stand there a look of complete shock on his face. What in the hell had just happened? Onai NEVER let anything go that easily. Then he thought about WHO had made her let it go. Shaking his head he had to admit that the commander still had mysterious ways about him.
Onai immediately turned heading to Norman. "We would be honored if you accompanied us to our ship." Onai said when she stopped in front of Norman and his daughter Mara Callie. Looking Mara up and down Onai nodded her approval. "You must be proud to be betrothed to one so strong."
Mara startled a moment, bowed slightly to Onai, "I am Miss Onai."
Onai waved a hand at Mara, "Onai please, it was an honor to see the art form expressed at it should be. Sa General, is this your daughter?" Onai asked indicating Mara.
"Yes, she is a Captain on one of the emperor's ships." Norman said rather proudly.
YOU ARE READING
Lost Empire
Science FictionA man with a past, not tied to anyone makes a startling discovery that changes his life and his perceptions of it. Being alone Derrick found it calming, then he had a dream, or was it?
