Two chapters in a single day? That can't be healthy... anyway, enjoy :3
Disclaimer: *sigh* don't own anything, make no profit, blablahblah, you know what I mean.
Sir Jecra led Meta Knight down the halls of the ship. The metallic floor made clicking sounds at their steps. Since there weren't any windows, the neon-light was the only source of brightness. Galaxy Soldiers passed them by, some throwing curious looks at Meta Knight, but none of them stopped for a chat.
Finally, Jecra stopped in front of a large metal door. He pressed a green button on the side and with a hissing sound, it opened. The two stepped in and found themselves standing inside a large room. Although it had large windows, artificial light was needed, since ash blocked all light from the outside. Meta Knight noticed how soft the floor was, as if it was one giant mat.
Which it probably was. The sound of swords hitting shields filled the room along with voices shouting commands. "This is our training area," Jecra explained, "I don't think you'll need much training with handling a sword by what I've seen. However, I'll teach you how to fight in a honorable way."
Sir Jecra unsheathed his sword and went over to a free spot, signaling Meta Knight to follow him. The blue Puffball drew his sword as well. It wasn't as shiny as Jecra's, whose blade was practically gleaming despite its ragged edges.
"Alright... Attack me," Sir Jecra said, bringing himself in a defending position. Meta Knight carefully rated Jecra's strength.
'He's larger than me, and probably stronger,' the blue warrior thought, 'But if I manage to unbalance him, I can use his height for my advantage...'
He jumped forward and aimed a quick, yet powerful blow for Jecra's chest. The GSA-soldier moved fast and blocked the attack, but Meta Knight already attacked a second time, this time aiming for the soldier's legs.
He managed to dodge and the blow missed him about an inch. However, this had unbalanced him and when Meta Knight made his next move, Sir Jecra wasn't prepared. He brought his sword up to block the blue Puffball's blow, but its force made him lose his grip.
The steel was hurtled away and landed out of Jecra's reach with a clattering sound. Meta Knight jumped forward, sword outstretched.
'Gotcha!'
Sir Jecra rolled out of the way and the blue recruit hit the wall behind the GSA-soldier painfully, losing his sword in the process.
"Rule one," Sir Jecra said sternly, "Never attack an unarmed opponent. Understood?"
Meta Knight came to his feet and nodded. What Sir Jecra didn't notice was the brief flash of red in the Star Warrior's eyes that betrayed his anger. However, he did notice how Meta Knight had stiffened at his words.
Jecra sighed: "I know it's hard to understand why we should fight fair when the enemy doesn't. But we mustn't lower ourselves on their level. That's why only warriors who are taught and respect our code of honor are called 'Sir'." He looked to Meta Knight and hoped he would understand.
But the Star Warrior was bothered by something entirely different: "Is that why Galacta Knight isn't Sir Galacta Knight?"
Sir Jecra was taken aback by this question.
'Sir Arthur didn't allow me to tell anyone... But I have to tell him something...,' he thought, his fists clenching. Hesitantly, he said: "Well... who is given the title 'Sir' is decided by Sir Arthur alone. If he thinks Galacta Knight isn't ready to get this title yet, he'll have his reasons for it."
Meta Knight's eyes flickered to an orange color of curiosity at this words, but he didn't insist on the subject. However, he didn't think this matter was settled: 'This is interesting... It seems like the GSA has problems within their own rows...'
Sir Jecra picked up his sword: "Anyway, let's continue your training." Meta Knight rose his sword slightly, but a sudden commotion made him freeze. The whole ship was shaking wildly; the lights went red and flashy and a siren was heard.
"We're under attack," Sir Jecra growled, "Follow me." He hurried out of the room and down the halls.
He was heading for Sir Arthur's room, but the GSA-leader came toward him before he reached it. "Your orders, Sir Arthur?," asked Jecra with a determined look on his face.
"Prepare for leaving Mori."
"What?," exclaimed Sir Jecra disbelievingly, "Why?"
Galacta Knight stepped out from behind a corner: "Because Mori is lost. Staying here won't do any good." However, no matter what he said, he didn't look like he liked the idea.
Sir Arthur nodded in a confirming way; then he paused for a second or two: "Where is Meta Knight?"
"Right behi-," Jecra's voice faded when he turned around. No Meta Knight there.
Sir Arthur sighed: "Sir Jecra, go and find your wife. In her pregnancy, she can't defend herself. Galacta Knight, you search for Meta Knight. I'll go and get the others to prepare for leaving."
His soldiers nodded and did as they were told.
Meanwhile, hidden in the shadow of a small side entrance, stood a barely visible figure. Only its orange-red eyes were visible. It hit a green button and the door opened, allowing a slim, worm-like demon beast to enter. It was black, with tufts of hair growing on its body and oval, red eyes.
"Diiiid it worrrrk?," asked it as if it wasn't used to speak.
The figure shook its head: "No. He dodged in time."
The demon growled with frustration and anger: "Reeeaaally... how harrrrd can it be tooo injure himmm? You areeeen' t even supposed to killlllll him..."
The figure's eyes went red with anger: "You weren't there! It's a lot harder-", he cut himself off suddenly, "Someone's coming!" The demon wanted to reply something, but was shoved outside roughly. The door closed just in time, when Galacta Knight came running around the corner.
"There you are, Meta Knight", the pink Star Warrior growled, "Why aren't you with Sir Jecra?"
"I'm sorry", Meta Knight said in a calm and polite way, "I got lost."
Galacta Knight didn't seem to be satisfied, but sighed: "Whatever. But you better come back with me now."
When they walked back, Galacta Knight eyed the blue Puffball closely. 'Something about him is really fishy,' the pink warrior thought, 'And I will find out what it is, no matter the cost!'
Seems like someone got suspicious... :3
CyanideSpirit: Thanks :)
Kyogreperson: Thanks again. And Galacta is awesome :3
Flamefox2: For the first thing: I tried to change it this time, but I think it still looks odd. Maybe I have to change the format I'm uploading the documents in :/ Also, I tried to slow down a bit in this chapter... Not sure if it worked, though... And a Star Warrior can have a "Sir" in front of his name as well ;)