The Fayelons Story

by The Ikran Rider

An alien, fairy race known as the Fayelons are on self-exile and made their way to the Milky Way. They encounter the crew of the Normandy and had hidden keys away from the vigilante and the Dark Entity. How will they save the entire universe? Originally written by Fanfictiondreamer; rated M to be safe. Not a fan of ME, but sort of for the Fayelons.

7. Con't VII

Episode 7-Glyph

A little afterwards, the girls arrived at Liara's office.

Liara: "Oh, hello, girls. Glad you could make it."
Jewel: "Hello again, Liara. Is there something you want from us?"
Liara: "Yes, of course. I would like to ask if you could provide me with any data regarding you and anything else involving you."
Jewel: "Sure, we can do that, but what for?"
Liara: "So I can upload it into my databases. This way, it could have a safe place to be stored away."
Jewel: "I guess that makes sense but..."

She had a chance to look around at everything within the office, including all of the hi-tech equipment.

Jewel: "What is all of this?"
Voice: "These are the technological machinery and monitors that are under the ownership of the Shadow Broker."
Splash: "Huh? Who said that?"
Voice: "I did."

Soon enough, the girls saw a holographic spherical AI approach them.

Jewel: "Oh...hello, strange...talking...spherical...thing..."
Aera: "Um...what is this thing?"
Liara: "Girls, this is Glyph. He is my assistant."
Glyph: "You must be the Fayelons that the Shadow Broker spoke of. It is good to meet you."
Jewel: "Likewise?"
Flare: "Um...mind telling us what exactly this machine is?"
Liara: "He is an AI. He's my personal assistant."
Glyph: "I help out the Shadow Broker with coordinating massive networks along with several other tasks. I have been very beneficial with maintaining the data streams and networks."
Aera: "Huh, interesting."
Star: "Um, excuse me for interrupting, but...what is the Shadow Broker?"
Glyph: "I am so glad you asked that question, miss. The Shadow Broker is a very powerful and seclusive information broker."
Star: "Information broker?"
Glyph: "Yes, I'm sure you don't know much about them, if at all, but information brokers are unique individuals who collect information on various things, namely things that many do not know about."
Jewel: "And this "Shadow Broker" is the most powerful of them all?"
Glyph: "Correct. That is because the Shadow Broker has resources that aren't available to anyone. Because of this, the Shadow Broker is able to find and snuff out information that is otherwise very difficult for others to obtain, therefore, they are extremely valued in the information broker industry."
Aera: "I'm guessing that's another way of saying "Information is power"."
Liara: "You'd be right about, Aera. Information is one of the most valued types of resources in the galaxy. Some value it more than money, for others, information is a form of currency."
Splash: "Currency? Money?"

Jewel brought out another of her jewels and looked into it. She signaled Splash to move closer to her. She then examined the jewel together.

Liara: "You...you girls never heard of money before?"

The girls exchanged looks with one another then looked back towards Liara.

Jewel: "Not...before arriving here..."
Liara: "I see...hmmmm...I'll need to get into that some other time, but right now, there are some things that I would like from you. Let's start with some information regarding your...realm and your powers."
Jewel: "Yes...certainly."

Jewel walked up to a console. She observed it for a bit.

Jewel: "This one?"
Glyph: "Yes, right here. Input all the data that you can if you please."
Jewel: "OK...here I go."

Jewel got to work on the monitor.

Liara: "And while that's being taken care of, would one of you mind going over to Dr. Solus and see if you can retrieve the intel regarding his research?"
Star: "I'll do it!"

Star rushed out of the office as fast as she could.

Aera: "And there she goes."

At that time, a few of the Normandy crew members were still at the medical bay. This included Ashley, Tali, Garrus and Mordin. Samara remained with them, Miranda joined them shortly afterwards.

Miranda: "So, what are your impressions of the girls so far?"
Samara: "They are very interesting. I can't say I've met girls just like them."
Ashley: "Yeah, they most certainly have taken us by surprise in so many ways."
Tali: "They are indeed less than typical. I never expected anything like that from such teenage girls."
Miranda: "They're nothing like typical teenage girls and I'm not talking about them having magical powers. They're personalities have taken us by surprise."
Garrus: "Oh, absolutely. I admit I was worried about that for a minute there. Teenage girls usually talk about shopping and boys, but not these girls."
Ashley: "Not to mention the way that Star snapped at you over your thoughts of what she could have portrayed herself as based on how she looks. I didn't see that coming at all."
Garrus: "Yeah, I was taken aback by that."
Tali: "From how she reacted when you told her that, it seems apparent that she has dealt with this many times before. Can't say I really blame her for that."
Garrus: "Me neither. To be honest, I'm thrilled that she's nowhere near typical. All that stuff of average teenage garbage bores me to tears."
Ashley: "Yeah, I feel the same way. My younger sisters went through that faze and as much as I love all of them to death, I could never get into all of that."
Garrus: "Your sisters sounded a lot like average teenagers, Ash."
Ashley: "Indeed."
Samara: "It seems as though that Star has taken a liking to the doctor."
Garrus: "Yeah, of course. Definitely far from average. I wonder what things have gone on in her life to push her into something like this."
Miranda: "Perhaps we should ask her. I'm sure she would love to shed a lot of those burdens on us."
Ashley: "I would be happy to lend an ear to that."

At that moment, Star arrived back. She walked up to Mordin.

Star: "Hey, Dr. Solus."
Mordin: "Ah, Star. What brings you back here?"
Star: "Liara asked me to retrieve some data on your research."
Mordin: "Yes, of course. Already have it here. She requested this from me earlier."

He pulled out a small device and handed it to her.

Star: "Thank you, I'll take this with me back to Liara's office."

She made her way out of the room.

Miranda: "She's such a chipper young girl."
Garrus: "Yeah, she is..."
Ashley: "So, doc, your impressions on her or the other girls?"
Mordin: "Yes, Star, very sweet girl. Incredibly upbeat, but apparent that she hides so much pain behind her cheery smile."
Samara: "It is almost as though she tries as hard as she can to remain cheery and positive despite the trials that she has suffered through."
Garrus: "Yeah, I've noticed that, too. And not just her, the other girls seem to have that impression."
Tali: "Yeah, their personalities don't seem to match anything from those old Earth storybooks. I wonder what sort of things they've gone through."
Miranda: "I'm not sure. There really is no telling what that could be. We hardly know much about their world or even anything that could tell us what could have caused their pain."
Garrus: "They seem to scoff and sneer at us comparing them to fairy-tales, almost as though the comparisons emphasize how very little we know about them."
Mordin: That much true. Their demeanor suggests as such. Will need to see their impressions on storybooks and such. (sniff) Could prove helpful in knowing about them."
Garrus: "I think there's one thing we can be certain of: their lives are nothing like a fairy-tale."
Ashley: "So, we're all in agreement on holding off on the comparisons until we truly learn the differences between them?"
Miranda: "Of course."
Tali: "Certainly."
Garrus: "Heh, I have no problem with that. I was getting tired of mentioning a lot of that stuff anyway."
Tali: "Well, I can say that they're very much like those magical girl shows. They're somewhat like fantasy but not completely like fairy-tales."
Garrus: "Are magical girl shows really that different from those typical fantasy stories?"
Tali: "They can be. You should check them out with us when we have the chance."
Mordin: "Yes, those shows incredible to watch. Very spectacle, action-packed. You might like them, Garrus."
Garrus: "I'll...be the judge of that. And no, this doesn't mean I've decided on it, yet!"
Tali: "Oh, come on, must you be so difficult?"
Miranda: "Well, I suppose we could start out with something much more up your alley, at least...as close to it as we could possibly get."
Ashley: "You mean something like Madoka Magica?"
Tali: "Oh, that would indeed be something good to start with, especially when we get to episode 3."
Garrus: "Hmmmm...you guys have mentioned this episode 3, something about some sort of disturbing plot-twist or whatever?"
Tali: "Oh, yes, it's indeed very infamous for that one plot-twist. You should check that out. No need to lose your head over it, though."

Tali started giggling as did Ashley and Miranda.

Garrus: "Why do I feel as though I'm about to be lured into some devious trap?"
Mordin: "The losing head comment, more relevant than you may think. Will need to see for yourself to find out why that is."

Garrus had a concerned look on his face.

Back in Liara's office, Jewel was working on a monitor. Glyph went over to see what she was working on.

Glyph: "Hmmmm...interesting."
Jewel: "Find something that peaked your interest, Glyph?"
Glyph: "I can see here that you are working on a unique kind of power referred to a specialty by a unique group of magic users known as the Gemma Kinetics."
Jewel: "Oh, yeah, that, it's a special kind of magical power that my kind is able to utilize. It's an advanced kind and only those from the same world as me have learned how to master it without any conflicts."
Glyph: "I see. It says here that your kind's able to forge magical jewelry can utilize unique functions."
Jewel: "Correct, it is why this technique is so advanced and complicated to master, but our ancestors have learned the secrets to mastering them effortlessly. No one else outside of our world could, not even my friends."
Star: "It's true, we can't."
Flare: "The power, itself, can be very difficult to clarify, so understanding it is a difficult trial in of itself."
Splash: "We just brush it off as something that's more of a "Gemma Kinetic thing"."
Jewel: "Right, it's not anything that can be explained; it's more of a sort of sixth sense that we develop naturally, much like the magical energy that we generate within our bodies."
Liara: "Hmm, that all sounds very interesting. I don't think I would need to understand how your powers work, Jewel, but I trust that you can in some way."
Jewel: "Uh, yeah, I guess you can say that."
Glyph: "So, what kind of special functions can your jewels carry out?"
Jewel: "Well, as you can see, we are able to upload our memories into them and store them."
Glyph: "Oh, that is fascinating. So, they can be used as storage containers for your memories and such?"
Jewel: "Yep and they can upload those memories into our minds with just a simple touch. Anyone who lays their hands on these crystals can vividly see these memories almost as though they are watching them play out right in front of them."
Glyph: "Incredible! I've never known anything like that before. To be able to upload memories into jewels and play them back just by simply touching them? I don't think anyone has ever come up with something like that, or even could."
Jewel: "That's one of the things that makes us Gemma Kinetics so special."
Glyph: "Hmmmmm...I wonder...can you forge gems that can read minds?"
Jewel: "Ummmm...well...I...I don't know, to tell you the truth. I haven't been able to forge one that can...even the most advanced of my kind has yet to come up with anything like that. Although...I guess it could be possible...we're able to come up with just about anything...but...I'm not sure that I can..."
Liara: "Hmmmmmmm..."

Within some time, Liara and the girls walked out while Jewel was still conversing with Glyph about the powers of the Gemma Kinetics. Soon enough, they ran into Zaeed along with a few others.

Jewel: "Huh? Oh, it's you guys."
Zaeed: "Aye! Heard talk that your gems can do more than break weapons and make me look like a weakling in comparison."
Jewel: "Not the original intention with the latter, but yeah, you're right about that. We Gemma Kinetics have forged jewels with all kinds of special functions."
Glyph: "The amount of functions that these magical gems can generate is astronomical. I am still processing a lot of what they can do but it was most appreciative for Jewel to share them with me."
Zaeed: "Say, since your jewels can do all sorts of incredible stuff, how about you can whip up a few for me? I think I can benefit greatly from such magical object."
Garrus: "No! Absolutely not!"

Zaeed looked over and noticed Garrus walk in along with Ashley, Tali, Samara, Miranda and Mordin.

Garrus: "I'm not going to allow you to use these girls as tools for your own personal gain! They may have magical powers but that doesn't mean they should be exploited."
Zaeed: "Oy, calm down, Garrus, I didn't mean it like that. I was going to ask them if they could lend an extra hand with dealing with the most recent threat."
Jewel: "It's OK, Garrus. We don't mind lending our powers. You could use our help with going up against the...new enemies."
Jacob: "It would be nice to receive a little extra help in that department. We're as good as defenseless against those dark entities, not to mention their master, the vigilante."
Star: "Of course. How else are you going to stand a chance against them? We're the only ones who could stand even a slight chance against them? You'll need a little magic to help deal with that."
Mordin: "Indeed, already working on looking into that. Perhaps utilize magical energy to enhance our weaponry in order to penetrate this recent threat."
Javik: "That truly sounds like a great benefactor. I do not see how this would be considered exploiting these magical girls."
Thane: "Plus, it's the only option we have. If the girls are willing to lend their strength and power, then I think it is for their best interest that we support it."

Garrus let out an annoyed grunt.

Garrus: "Fine, I'll allow that, but Zaeed, if you were so much as to take advantage of these girls, I'll see to it that the remorse towards that is so bad and so painful that having to be gunned down is the only relief that you will ever receive."
Zaeed: "Wouldn't dream of it, believe me. Besides, it would be embarrassing for me to depend solely on a bunch of little girls to fight all of my battles for me. I'm more than capable of handling things myself. What kind of mercenary do you think I am if I only let others fight my battles for me? Not much fun unless I take part in the action."
Garrus: "Well, I can believe that. You're never one to just sit back and let everyone else get their hands dirty, so I know I can trust you on that."
Zaeed: "Damn right you can."
Star: "Hah! As if we would do the same! Don't leave us out of this, you guys! You can bet that we will give it our all, one way or another."
Splash: "Oh, absolutely!"
Aera: "Yeah, we already made up our minds and we're here to kick some serious butt!"
Flare: "Yes, of course."
Tali: "And we'll do whatever we can to help, as promised."
Samara: "Yes, certainly."
Traynor: "We would be happy to lend a hand. I, myself, am not an actual fighter, but I do have skills that could come in handy in the field of battle."
Splash: "We'll hold you to that, no problem."

Garrus seemed somewhat concerned. He walked up to Jewel and placed his hand on her shoulder.

Garrus: "Just be careful, OK? And let us know if we push you too far."
Jewel: "You don't need to worry about that. We'll be fine. We've been through worse."

Garrus still seemed worried.

Tali: "Let's all agree to keep a close watch on each of them, in case they do get pushed beyond their limits."
Ashley: "Yeah, I think that would be a great idea. I wouldn't want anything to happen to them, not just because the galaxy depends on them."
Mordin: "Excellent idea, each of us take part in being caretakers for the girls. Look after their well-being, very important to us, agree with the Lt. Commander on having this be for sentimental reasons."
Miranda: "So, who do you guys thinks would take charge of most of the caretaker responsibilities?"
Liara: "I think Garrus has a good handle on that."
Garrus: "Wait, what?"
Tali: "Oh, I couldn't agree more. He does have a lot of compassion towards them, not to mention that he's been jumping into the chance to protect them however he can."
Mordin: "Agreed, very overprotective, very fitting role for him. Doesn't hesitate to speak his mind on how they should be treated. Would be wasted to pass up the opportunity."
Garrus: "You're kidding, right? You're putting me in charge of looking after them? Do I look like an ideal father for a bunch of rebellious teenagers? There's no way I'm going to be put through that kind of stress! I already have too much on my plate!"
Tali: "Relax, will you? You're not the only one who will be put through that responsibility."
Mordin: "But, no doubt be put on as the main caretaker."
Garrus: "Wait, hold on. Don't I get a say in all of this?"
Tali: "Of course you do, but it doesn't really matter. You're still getting the position."
Miranda: "We couldn't think of anyone else better for the position."
Javik: "Oh, I would agree on that. Your willingness to jump in front of any decision regarding the girls that you would oppose would indeed make you the only one truly qualified for the position."
Garrus: "Really? Me? Can't anyone else take that position? Maybe Tali? Perhaps Miranda? Or what about Ashley? Anyone!"
Ashley: "Sorry, I have too much on my plate to closely monitor those girls."
Tali: "I'm too young to babysit teenagers."
Miranda: "You're asking me? Do I look like someone who knows how to look after young girls? I don't even trust myself to raise my own baby sister."
Garrus: "What about you, Liara? I'd think you make a perfect caretaker!"
Liara: "Sorry, already have my hands full. You know, Shadow Broker stuff? Can't divide my attention between that and looking after them."
Garrus: "And yet, it's OK for me to divide my attention between the forward batteries AND teenagers?"
Tali: "Oh, come on, Vakarian. Your job doesn't seem that hard. You're not THAT preoccupied."
Liara: "Our jobs are much more preoccupied than yours, not to mention that you're more trustworthy than SOME people around here."

Liara glanced over towards Javik in a discontent manner. Garrus also looked towards him.

Garrus: "You have a point, but still? Me? I don't know anything about taking care of teenagers!"
Tali: "But you're a former CSec cop. I'm sure you've seen a lot of child abuse during your career, so I'm sure you picked up a few things about how to tend to teenagers."
Garrus: "More so how to not take care of adolescence from terrible parents and caretakers."
Tali: "So, that should be good enough, shouldn't it?"
Garrus: "Um, no, it's not."
Liara: "Well, you're already dead-set on reminding us of how we should and shouldn't treat the girls, so we can't think of anyone more qualified for the position."
Traynor: "Hey, but...what about me? I would also like to take part of the main caretaker role, too."
Ashley: "We could allow that, but not just for within the Normandy. Don't forget, there's also places beyond here where they will be taking part in fighting against those entities. We need someone with expertise in combat and well...as you have mentioned earlier, you're not much of a fighter."

Traynor crossed her arms, tilted her head as she turned it a little to the side and pouted.

Traynor: "Damn it all. I could have enjoyed this role so much!"
Garrus: "So, I'm guessing I really don't have a choice about this considering that all of you are adamant about leaving this position on me."
Tali: "Yep."
Ashley: "Pretty much."
Miranda: "There doesn't seem to be any other options amongst any of us."
Tali: "So, I guess it's decided."
Miranda: "I think so, too."
Mordin: "Most certainly."
Liara: "Indeed."
Ashley: "Sorry, but...we're spread out pretty thin amongst each of us."

Garrus crossed his arms as he grunted a little.

Garrus: "From Gunnery Officer to Fayelon Caretaker. I feel like I'm being demoted."
Mordin: "Not at all. Great honor for you, looking after magical girls. Big responsibility but should be exciting. Never a dull moment."
Garrus: "That does not make this sound any better for me."
Joker: "Uh, Lt. Commander? Just want to let you know that we'll be approaching Earth real soon."
Ashley: "OK, thank you for letting us know, Joker. We'll be ready to land on the planet as soon as we arrive at the admiral's current location."
Joker: "Roger that."
Ashley: "OK, girls. You ready to meet with the admiral?"
Jewel: "Um...sure, I guess...I'm a little nervous, though..."
Ashley: "Don't worry, Jewel. We'll be here with you and your friends through the whole thing."
Tali: "Of course."
Garrus: "You know I'll be there."

Jewel looked up at everyone and smiled.

Jewel: "Thanks, guys."

Everyone stood around and smiled.