AKB0048: Project Aurora Part 1
AN: I am basing this stealth mission based on successful no damage and stealthy and no detection gameplay based on TheGodFatherDictator's Batman Arkham City and Asylum, as well as Hitman Blood Money and Absolution. Do visit his channel in Youtube, he's one of the best stealth person around and can make stealth gameplay with no detection whatsoever.
For people who don't know about this, I suggest you read Quattro: Ascension all the way to Ch8, ignoring the bonus chapter of Quattro: Ascension!
In this time line, It will be based on the canonical AKB0048 episodic timeline UNTIL the episode in 17th February 2013! In summary, by that time, AKB0048 will have known about Chris past by the end of Season 1 of AKB0048: First Stage..
Simply put, four years after the events of Quattro: The Ascension Chapter Seven, Chris and Alito explored a dimensional disruption in a place called Lancastar. After getting involved with the AKB0048, who were fighting with some DES members. DES were soldiers that forces that enforced Entertainment-banning by enforcing their beliefs in extreme ways. After the involvement, Chris became 'friends' with them.
The prequel 'Glimpses of Humanity' will tell you all you know.
Throughout the journey, Chris and Alito will help out AKB0048's personal, family, and friendship problems, and successfully solved them thanks to their experience, and their past. She will also slowly recover her humanity.
One month after Chieri's rescue from the Trial.
Chris sat on her office chair while looking over at the scenery through her window, in her office of her portable lab that hidden in the Hidden Foggy Mountains in Akibastar.
It had been over a month since Chris and the AKB0048 crew rescued Chieri, Ayako Kuroki AKA Yuki Kashiwagi the 6th, and Sonata Shinonome from the DES trial in Kasumigastar.
The rescue mission went on very smoothly, which made Chris suspicious, because she felt that the mission was just easy. In fact, too easy; the DES troopers retreated without hesitation upon seeing Chieri's green Kirara shone brightly.
The DES might attempt to fight the AKB crew to cover up that they were retreating, but Chris could see that the DES had let down their immense firepower and were backing down suddenly.
Chris's loyal servant, Alito Gnade, also thought the same sentiments.
Chris did not get to work on this suspicious retreat from the DES over the month because she has to deal with the administrative matter of the General Elections of the AKB0048, which was just revived by Mariko Shinoda the 7th. The General Election's aim was to pick the next Center Stage Idol to unleash the Center Novae Phenomenon.
Just as Chris and Alito were wondering why the DES was doing such an easy retreat immediately after Chieri's Kirara Shine; Chris detected a cryptic wave call signal from an unknown medium.
Chris easily decoded the signal code from her large LCD touchscreen monitor, and saw that the frequency re-arranged to form an armored brain-like entity with several cable tube connected into its body.
"My Lady…isn't that." Alito's eyes widened.
"Aurora Units, organic supercomputers that have super-intelligence for research, administrations, economy, and military tasks. They are the basis of the Galactic Federation's complex network units in the entire Federation System." Chris explained.
"That is correct, Chris 'Quattro' Fuschia. And we serve as the network's master control." The supercomputer spoke with calm authority.
Chris replied, "And you must be…"
"Aurora Unit 242. I serve as the AE of the flagship of the 7th flotilla from the G.F.S Olympus. I am one of the pioneers for the AUs in the Galactic Federation eighteen years ago."
Chris and Alito bowed down in respect.
"It was an honor to meet with one of the most intelligent organisms of this dimension, AU 242." Chris calmly replied.
"And it was certainly an honor to meet with the people who have rescued the GFS Olympus's undercover troops in Kasumigastar a week earlier." Aurora Unit 242 replied in great earnest.
"Pardon me, AU 242? I don't receive what you meant." Chris wondered.
"There was no need to worry, Chris and Alito. Your thoughts on that day were on rescuing Chieri, Ayako Kuroki AKA Yuki Kashiwagi the 6th, and Sonata Shinonome from the DES trial in Kasumigastar. Nine months before the incident, we sent two groups of five soldiers acting undercover as plain residents into Kasumigastar to secretly gather information about the recent activities from the DES members using hacking devices. We figured that since we have more than enough AU Units to handle the task of researching Phazon poisoning. Our remaining AU come into a unanimous decision to end the Entertainment ban once and for all, since we could never allow anyone to force some extremists behavior upon to other innocent beings, killing them in the process." 242 replied.
"You mean the soldiers…" Alito wondered.
"Yes, Alito Gnade. Those people whom you and Chris rescued were the exact ten GFS soldiers that GFS sent to do the task. Coincidently, on the last day of the troopers' mission before a new batch come along to continue where they left off, the rescue mission from AKB0048 happened. GFS ordered the soldiers, whatever possible; protect the Idols at all cost. Despite the P.E.D enhancement device, the sheer firepower possessed by the DES might be too strong for them. The troopers would have died if you and Chris haven't dropped in to destroy the DES members. These troops are important to us, in morale, and meant a lot to us Galactic Federation because they are some of our most Elite Troopers. We thereby, on behalf of the Galactic federation, thank you for your earnest support in protecting the GFS Troopers." 242 nodded.
Chris shook her head gently, dismissing the praise.
"You're being flattering, AU 242. In fact, were it not being for Chieri's, mysterious Kirara Drive, the DES would not retreat that easily, I might not be able to save your soldiers."
"But still, your quick action proved crucial in saving the lives of others and the troops. You do not have to be modest, Chris, for we AU knows when a person is earnest in what he or she is doing." AU 242 replied.
Chris sighed calmly, and clasped her right fist over her left chest. Alito did the same, too.
"We thereby receive your thanks, AU 242."
"I can see that you might have some trouble about the rescue mission upon Kasumigastar. Is that got to do with the sudden troopers retreat right when Chieri's Kirara shone brightly?" AU 242 replied.
Chris's eyes went slightly wide with shock.
"Please do not be scared of our inference abilities, Chris. We too have been extremely suspicious over the sudden retreat of the DES Troopers as soon as the Kirara of Chieri Sono began to shine. In fact, we have looked over this while de-briefing with the first batch of Elite GF Soldiers, for they too are suspicious of this action, including Admiral Castor Dane." AU 242 assured.
"I see…" Chris looked slightly away from AU 242, slightly unnerved while trying to take calm breathes to compose one self.
"Please do not be afraid to share your thoughts with us on the suspicious actions of DES, for we know that you might have some valid theories you wanted to share. We in Galactic Federations will want to help you." AU 242 calmly explained.
Chris tilted her head.
"Forgive me if it seems that I haven't trust you for a moment. I usually worked alone with Alito, so…" Chris sighed, knowing that she had temporary found an ally to aid her in her investigation.
"Rest assured, Chris and Alito. We will not interfere with your private life whatsoever. Just like other Bounty Hunters known to the universe, we only just keep track on their progress regardless of the outcome. Think of it as a temporary alliance. Besides, we at Galactic Federations do not forget those who come into our aid. You have helped us, and now we will do our utmost to help you." AU 242 reassured.
Chris slightly shuddered at the last sentence, for this isn't the first time she heard this before. Especially recently, after Chris rescued Sonata, Kanata's younger sister from the Trial at Kasumigastar.
"Kanata...you know that I need no reason to rescue your sister, right?" Chris frowned.
"You have a reason, right? I know that it has connection with your past! If not, why are you helping my sister?" Kanata shot out.
"..." Chris silently replied.
"First, you rescued my father from the jaws of death, and now my sister from being jailed. If that doesn't mean something…then I don't know what is! I didn't say that I am suspicious of your actions! In fact, I'm grateful that you helped us reunite back together as one family when we have danger all the time!" Kanata smiled gratefully.
Kanata's father, Mr. Shinonome, was assumed dead four years before the 77th Generation Idols's formation during a firefight at Lancastar during Katagiri's last concert. Chris, and Alito, however, were alerted to a dimensional disruption which led them to the firefight in Lancastar.
After promptly rescuing Mr. Shinonome from the firefight, both Chris and Alito returned to their dimension admist the confusion and chaos of the aftermath. Mr. Shinonome would have died if not for Chris's Cryokinetic stasis tratment, which took four years in her world to finish due to the man's severe injuries.
"You have helped us, please; let us do our utmost to help you, Chris! You're not alone! Letting go doesn't mean that you're weak, Chris!"
Chris looked at Kanata, her piercing blue eyes no longer pierce strongly any more, replaced with that of doubt. She, however, still kept her emotional level in check, and kept her composure on the outside.
Later that day...
"Onee-san? Is that you?"
Chris was heading back to AKB0048 HQ when she heard a gentle female voice. As the Icy Maiden turned her back, she realized that it came from a very short, young girl with emerald green eyes and a pink polka dot dress.
The young girl was holding a flower by her hand as she quicken her steps in approaching Chris.
"Are you the one who rescued Yukirin, onee-san?" the little girl asked with utmost anticipation.
Chris sighed and nodded gently. She was expecting to get attention that she thought she never deserve. However, the little girl stretched out her short, but petite hands and revealed the flower she had been holding all the time.
An Almond Blossom.
Chris's eyes widened as she looked at the young girl. "Young girl, why are you giving me this flower?" she wondered in concern.
"Mimi wants to convey thanks to the one who rescued Yukirin! I know the AKB0048 Crew were in the rescue mission, but Mimi still wants to thank you for rescuing my favorite Idol. So please, take this flower as a means of saying thank you!" The young girl flashed an innocent smile.
Chris felt a strange sense of warmth spreading from her very soul. Her face that of wistfulness as she slowly received the almond blossom from Mimi.
"Mimi knows that you will fight on the inky blackness in your heart! Fight on, onee-san!"
Chris looked at the almond blossom - the symbol of hope and contemplation, and looked at the sweet and innocent smile of Mimi; the happiness that she brought to the young girl.
"Kanata...is this what you idols called, hope?"
"Chris, Chris." The AU 242 called out.
"My Lady, My Lady!" Alito shot out in worry as she saw Chris spaced out.
"Uh! Uhhnn…" Chris shook her head as she regained her stoic composure while placing two fingers from her right hand over to her right temple. "I'm fine, AU, Alito…"
Alito heaved a sigh of relief.
"I apologized if any of my sentences evoked any trauma inside your cerebral system that is in charge of your emotional well-being." AU 242 replied softly.
Chris shook her head and waved her left hand.
"No, no need to worry, AU 242. Alright then, I will temporary form an alliance with you. Since we have the same enemies, might as well strike while the iron is hot. I'm sorry if I doubted you earlier, for I'm not used to having someone trust me that much, especially after only getting to know each other face to face for thirty minutes."
"Rest assured that we will not do anything dense to stop the DES's declination, nor do anything that will place you in any danger."
Chris looked at Alito, who gave a gentle smile upon her face, and her eyes gave a sort of a warm radiance of reassurance. A reassurance that only Chris can trust upon…
She faced the AU and nodded.
Planning Stages
"Let me introduce you to the Admiral in charge of the GFS Olympus, Admiral Castor Dane" said the AU 242.
A middle-aged man could be seen upon the deck of the GFS Olympus wearing a green Admiral Suit with several military medal and badges, an Admiral cap with a golden-pin star, and sports an imposing figure.
"Ah, you are the one who rescued the first batch of the Elite Troopers during the rescue mission on the Kasumigastar. Thank you very much. My name is Admiral Castor Dane, as the Aurora Unit 242 has already told you."
His voice was rough, but firm and solid, as if spoken by a man who had gone through a lot.
Chris and Alito bowed slightly.
"The name's Chris 'Quattro' Fuschia. This is my loyal servant and confidante, Alito 'Ventus' Gnade." Chris spoke making sure to keep her as smooth as possible, while introducing Admiral Dane to the Milky Green-hair maiden.
"Mmm…" Admiral Dane looked on at the two women in great earnest as he nodded.
"Time is of essence, so let us get this brief started and over. As you have already known, the rescue mission at Kasumigastar was an easy one; too easy, perhaps." AU 242 started.
"Let us start over with what we know. The DES troopers attacked at the moment when the AKB0048 were vulnerable and at a planet where it is not ruled by any Entertainment Ban." Admiral Dane spoke.
"Not only that, in Kasumigastar, they are very lenient towards the AKB0048, the GFS troopers, me, and Alito when the Kirara of Chieri Sono shone brightly.
It was supposed to be a fierce fight, but when the Kirara phenomenon happened, the DES troopers lessen their firepower and took steps back, and disguised their efforts to make it look like as if they are still fighting a losing battle, when actually they are simply up to something." Chris frowned.
"Would you please, if able, bring up Chieri Sono's biological data and her Kirara as well?" AU 242 replied.
Chris looked at Alito, and nodded without hesitation, to which the latter reciprocated with ease by uploading the data of Chieri and her Kirara's data upon the motherboard for all to see.
While AU 212 analyzed the data…
"I have always wanted to express my hypothesis to someone who has the same enemies as I do, if I may?" Chris requested.
"You may do, Chris. It's always nice to have someone be able to share important information about predicting the enemy's next move." AU 242 agreed, and Admiral Dane gave a nod of approval.
"You see, the DES troopers fought with the AKB, Alito, and me furiously upon the Kasumigastar as per every encounter. However, when Chieri started singing her Aitakata and her Kirara shines, the DES immediately retreated in an almost sudden, albeit subtle way. To the normal eyes, I can't blame AKB for noticing that it's like a normal retreat, but I'm sure that the GFS troopers, Alito and I are certain that the Kirara's glow might have been part of DES's ulterior motives. And seeing that their mission is accomplished and not wanting to risk any causality, the DES troopers retreated. The DES wanted something out of the glow." Chris explained.
"The Kiraras have been known to unleash the potential of a singer, increasing their combat morale capabilities. It's also capable of FTL technology, and even the strengthening of a huge array of weapons. As a result, the glow can even make weapons like a normal pistol extremely deadly even if the bullet grazed upon a victim's skin." Alito explained.
"It is highly suspicious indeed. The DES troopers on Kasumigastar were ordered to retreat as soon as Chieri Sono's Kirara shines. You might be right; the DES might have wanted to do something to the glow." AU 242 replied.
"The DES and DGTO's weapons are always supplied by the Zodiac Company, whose Chairman is none other than Mr. Sono, father of Chieri Sono. Something tells me there is a very distinct connection between the trials, the Kirara's glow, the DES retreat, and Mr. Sono…" Chris frowned.
"It might have been they wanted to design something to strengthen their weapons and alloys, but we can't say for certain. That's when the both of you come in, and we have confidence that the both of you are able to do the upcoming tasks." Admiral Dane replied.
"We are all ears, Admiral." Chris and Alito firmly replied.
