Moving On

Chapter 4

The procession was halted as everyone turned to face the doors to find officers trudging down the aisle. Touya protectively stood in front of Signum as Vita, Hayate, Shamal and Agito came forth to intercept. Yukito did the same, Chrono almost shouting at the men for intruding but he held on in any case it was important.

"Forgive us for intruding but we've come to arrest Commander Kohakuyuki for stealing firearms and mass based weaponries that had gone missing a yesterday evening." the lead officer announced.

Signum went pale as the rest of the guests got upset and outraged at the accusation. Chrono was on the verge of bursting into madness but was holding himself together. Carim was just as angry.

"And what proof do you have discerning this?" Chrono asked and his voice stern.

"We have found several firearms in the commander's office. Video cameras show that he had entered the office that evening with a bag but exited without it. I'm sorry Admiral but we're going to have to bring him in."

"Like hell he was there! He was on the flight home, onboard his ship with a crew!" the redhead yelled, stomping before them, Eisan in hand.

"Vita, stand back, I'll handle this. When is the trial to be held?" Chrono asked, pushing the mini knight back to which he earned a scowl but ignored it.

"In one week from this very day. If you please." pushing past the crowd to get Touya.

Signum was going to pull out Laevatein and had a look in her eyes that would send any man packing. She looked ready to kill. One, she was aghast that they would plainly accuse Touya, two, their evidence was not concrete for there was no mention of finger prints or any DNA residue and last but not least, they ruined their big day. Touya saw this and with one hand still in his, he activated a sleeping spell just as she made to move, her eyes clouded as she collapsed in his arms. He passed her over to Fate that was standing nearby. The blonde was shocked at what he had done.

"Take care of her. Go see my aide, Riku, he will tell you what he knows and will testify for me. Trust him because I do." he said in a whisper, loud enough for only Fate's ears.

Touya let himself be taken away, the guests ready to pounce on the officers. Would you expect any less from a room full of the best mages in the TSAB plus the best elites in the ranks? The moment they left, Chrono started barking orders.

"Hayate, I want you to start working on this case as Touya's attorney and take whomever you see fit. Fate, I want you to dig up evidence and look up ever single detail, I don't want you to miss anything, take whoever you find best at the task. Carim, Rossa and me will do some damage control and try to delay the trial as much as necessary." letting out his breath at the end.

Chrono knew Touya since he was a kid and whenever he was near Ground Forces HQ he would take a kindly visit to see him. They had been close friends and Touya trusted Chrono, heck, he even helped Chrono when he got into a big stick once when he was a cadet. Lindy obviously didn't know about it. Chrono knew that Touya would never do anything of this sort and the firearms that were missing were not loaded, he thinks so. As soon as they heard Chrono, Hayate, Vita, Rein and Agito pulled up several screens and began filling in forms to serve as an attorney. Fate handed the sleeping Signum to Shamal and took Shari and grabbed Teana by the arm and dragged them out to begin work. Verossa had pulled up his own screen and was tapping away while Carim was relaying orders to Scach. A perfect day had just been ruined as many sad and frustrated faces filled the room.

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Signum awoke the following morning, Touya's spell having finally worn off and she thought she had been dreaming. She got up and walked about her room and found everything in the state of normalcy, letting out a relieved sigh, she walked out to find no one. She pulled up a screen and contacted Hayate.

"Hayate, where is everyone?" worried that they may have left her behind in what she thought was her wedding day.

"Good morning. Everyone is in the office, working hard. Fate chan had gone off with Shari and Teana to dig for clues. I'm really sorry over what happened and I know you're upset but we're trying the best we can. I need to go talk to Chrono about the court proceedings and to find out the name of the enemy I'm going to face at trial. We'll definitely help him Signum, just stay at home and rest, Shamal has given you sick leave." hanging up before Signum could say anything.

Signum sat on the couch, etched on her face was a look of utter disbelief. Her wedding day was ruined and Touya is in custody and no, it wasn't a dream. She cupped her face in her hands as she cried her heart out.

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NOW, what do u think eh? i went with the plan for a plot twist and this is what I get! ^^ i hope u guys like it, even though Signum will be in an emotional turmoil for now... i'll leave it to next week then, to update...

Special Note

i have a major exam this year so as the months progress i may have to slow down my computer activities which mean slowing down my update progress. ^^ i may have to go on hiatus... not sure bout that one yet but until then i'll keep updating. ^^