It had been a couple of weeks since Gemma moved in with Kaidan, things were going well and all seemed normal for the two. Gemma started to become more relaxed around the major, they'd take turns cooking and went out often exploring the citadel.
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"Gemma, Dr Michel wants to meet with you to talk about your implants" kaidan said as he walked out of the shower.
"Alright when does she need me?"
"As soon a possible, she said it's urgent" Kaidan stopped drying his hair with his towel when he realised how quiet Gemma had gone. " Hey what's the matter?"
"I'm... I'm scared it will be bad news" Gemma leant over in her chair holding her face in her hands.
"It might not be, let's go together and we can find out" Kaidan placed a hand on her shoulder reassuring her.
"Okay let's go and it over with"
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Once they arrived at Huerta Memorial Gemma caught her eyes to a Drell standing by the window. She had never seen one in person just extranet videos and pictures. They were walking past the Drell until Kaidan changed direction to talk to him.
"Hey Thane, how are you?" Thane turned and bowed with a greeting.
"Major Alenko it's good to see you. I'm well thank you for asking, I'm glad to see your doing better I heard you'd had left"
"Yeah I'm sorry for not saying goodbye. This is Gemma River she arrived a couple of weeks ago from Horizon. Gemma this is Thane Krios one of Commander Shepards old crew members"
"It's nice to meet you Thane, I've actually never met a Drell before and I've always been fascinated by the Gods you prey too" Thane had a mixed expression of being impressed but also shocked.
"The pleasure is all mine Miss River. I'm very surprised you know about my species Gods"
"I did a lot of research when I was younger I know a lot about different species religions and faiths" as Gemma talked she saw both men watching her both having shocked faces.
"I think your one of the first people I've met that knows so much at such a young age" said the Major. "Anyway Thane are you feeling well?"
"Yes, Keprel syndrome kills slowly but I'm enjoying what time I have left. Are you here for a check up?"
"No, Gemma had her implants changed so the doctor needed a to run some more tests" Gemma listened to both men speak but couldn't help but look at Thane and the colour of his green and red skin, she remembered reading that the Hanar saved thousands of Drell after their own home world was dieing from over population. Because the world's Drell lived on and visited are so dry they get sick a lot. Keprels syndrome was the most known the equivalent of Human lung cancer and unfortunately there was no cure.
"Thane how about you join us for dinner tonight it would be nice to catch up?" Gemma snapped out of her deep thought when Kaidan asked.
"That would be nice I'll come round for about 7 o'clock"
"Brilliant we'll see you then" everyone said their good byes and Thane did his usual bow.
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"What do you mean my implant isn't working" Gemma said shocked as she sat on the bed, her face going red with anger.
"No Gemma it's working but there is some unusual activity in your brain pattern. It's like your brain is producing Element zero patterns on its own" Dr Michel said as she looked down at her data pad.
"What do you mean I never been exposed to Eezo before. I got my biotic powers after I had my L3 implants in when I turned 18"
"I understand but it's as your brain is over powering but it's not effecting any of your body or implant. It's like a new implant, a strong L7 you could say" Kaidan and Gemma looked at each other confused.
"So Dr Michel, Gemma has developed stronger ahead of all other biotics?"
"In simple terms Major yes that's correct" Gemma was shocked, she had always wanted to be a strong biotic but hearing it doesn't make her dream seem real.
"Let's start off simple Gemma, activate your biotics" she did as she was asked and made the flames appear but instead of her normal blue it was a mix of blue, purple and orange. Kaidan and Dr Michel stood with their mouths wide open as if they tried to talk but they couldn't.
"That's fascinating I've never seen those colour before all in one. Why don't you try moving something. Gemma lift up that pen next to your bed"
Gemma looked over and without moving her hand the pen lifted and went where ever Gemma moved her eyes.
"Dr I've never seen anyone move something without using their hands. She's becoming a new generation of biotics"
"What do you mean new generation?" Gemma said as she set the pen down perfectly.
"New gen biotics also known as second generation are pure biotics that can control with their brain not their implants. It's very new and not well understood it's happens to Humans or Turains mostly if they are exposed too very high and dangerous levels of Element zero. Most cases the patients get brain problems, cancer or in worse cases die. Your the first ever to naturally become a second generation and not have any problems"
Gemma was so shocked too what she heard but also excited. A big too excited and next thing Kaidan knew we was floating in the air.
"Gemma put me down"
"Oh lighten up Alenko" Gemma turned her head and Kaidan went slowly to the over side of the room and was gently put down.
"Your never doing that again" kaidan said as he straightened out his uniform.
"Gemma I know this is all new and fun but I need you to take it slow. I need to run more tests so no more lifting the Major please"
"Don't work doc I'll be good" Gemma said with the excitement still in her.
Back at the apartment Gemma was still smiling from ear to ear. She jumped on the coach and turned on the the News but the only news they had was about the war so her smile slowly fell. Kaidan came at sat down next to her.
"Hey, come on I know it's sad but at least your safe"
"Kaidan my parents are still missing, yours as well" Kiadan wrapped his arm around Gemma to comfort her as she started to cry
"I'm sorry I shouldn't have said that. Being with you has made my life so much easier and I'm happy but I miss my family and all these poor people dieing everyday"
"Come on Gem, try to think of the positives if your parents are out there fighting they wouldn't want anything more than just for you to be safe and you'll be safe as long as I'm around, I won't let anything happen to you"
"Kaidan did you just call me Gem?"
"Yeah I guess I just did. Don't you like it?"
"No I don't mind my friends called me that in school or clumsy Gem because I never watched where I walked and fell over a lot" as they laughed together, they both stopped and looked into each other's eyes "thank you kaidan for everything your so lovely to me and I couldn't ask for anyone better" as Gemma finished talking Kaidan was still looking deep into her sky blue eyes. He wiped her tears and slowly placed his hand on the side on her cheek and slowly leant in towards her cherry coloured lips. Gemmas mind raced but she wanted this. As their lips were inches apart the doorbell rang. Gemmas face froze and dropped as Kaidan got up. She was so close.
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"Gemma how did your appointment go" Thane asked whilst he was sat at the table with her and Kaidan cooked.
"Well it turns out I'm a new generation of biotics"
"I'm not sure I understand" Thane said with a confused look. As Kaidan finished off cooking Gemma explained her appointment in more detail too Thane.
"That's very fascinating I didn't know such a thing existed"
"Me neither but anyway. Kaidan mentioned about you serving on the Normandy, I've been dieing to ask how it was" Thane laughed as she leant into the table more with interest across her face. Kaidan finished cooking and placed the steaming hot food in front of them.
"Well before joining I was an assassin, my body killed whilst I was in a deep slumber I granted death quickly. But when I found out I was dieing I wanted to make the universe a better place. Whilst I was hunting to kill Nassian Dantius an Asair who's only care was money, killing and treating her workers badly. I heard gun fire whilst I was hunting and saw Commander Shepard heading for the same target as me. After I completed my objective the Commander stood in front of me and asked if I would help her destroy the Collector home world which in my eyes seemed like a good way to protect souls who deserved to live before my time came. The Commander and myself talked many times. I told her about my wife who passed away and my son who I was tracking down, she helped me find him before he went into the dark place I had been for years as an assassin. After we did our objective of the Collector home world we all made it out alive thanks to the Commander. I owe my life to her and will always be in her debt"
"Wow that's an amazing story and helping you with your son. I'm sorry about your wife"
"Thank you Gemma but I've grieved and soon I'll be with her myself" Gemma got upset as Thane said those words.
"Even after I met you in the hospital Thane I'm still amazing how you accepted your own death"
"I've done my prayers Major now I just enjoy life with my son and friends like you" Kaidan smiled as Thane was still so happy with his life even though each day that passes his life shortens. "Well Major Miss River I must go now and do my prayers. Thank you for the lovely meal "
"Your welcome Thane your always welcome. I'll walk you to the door" Thane said his goodbyes to Kaidan and walked with Gemma to the door.
"Before I go, I was wondering if you wanted to go for meal tomorrow together. I'd love to get to know you better" Gemma blushed was this Drell asking her out on a date?
"I'd love to Thane I'll message you tomorrow for a time to meet, have a nice night"
"You too Miss River" Thane kissed Gemmas cheek and left. Gemma shut the door to turn around and see Kaidan staring at her.
"He asked you out?" Kaidan felt angry or jealous or maybe both.
"Yes he did were going out tomorrow. Is there a problem?" Gemma stood crossed arms. Why did she want to make Kaidan mad? Did she like him jealous?
"No, no problem" yes there is a problem!
"Okay great I'm going to bed night Kaidan" as Gemma left Kaidan slumped onto the couch. Why was he so jealous? He felt his heart hurt a bit.
As he laid down he fell asleep to dream.
Of her.
