Chapter 1

Adder's POV

Adder was furious. After Lord Sturm's death at Hawke's hands, the Black Hole army had been in shambles. Worse yet, Hawke was a competent leader. He had led his troops in many victories over the Orange Star and Blue Moon troops that had been probing the sector. With Hawke being so successful, he would have a hard time convincing Lash and Flak to join him in exiling Hawke. "Flak, what are you doing?" He stood in a control room above a virtual training center. This center had the latest technology in the field of VR. It was created much to Adder's annoyance, by Alex. Alex was a new recruit to the Black Hole ranks. He had enormous tactical skill and was a brilliant inventor... Almost as good as Lash. Almost, mind you. Alex had taken a liking to Hawke, and seems to be beyond being asked to defect. Flak was bashed over the head by a robotic arm. That arm must have belonged some solider in the VR, thought Adder. "Sequence Terminated." Came the shrill voice of the computer. Adder reached for the Microphone. "Flak. You are absolutely useless. That same solider has decapitated you the last 7 times you have tried this program." Flak looked thoughtful for a moment, A rare sight. Finally, Flak spoke: "What does "Decapitation" mean?" Adder felt his rage boiling up inside him. He managed to contain it, however. "Alright Flak. Just, do it again. I'm...going to get some coffee." "Yes sir." Grunted Flak. Adder wearily walked out of the room. He had been observing Flak train for at least 6 hours now. He had lost track. "I need to get out of here. I can't take much more of this..." He walked into the CO lounge, only to see Alex there as well.

Alex's POV

I was just sipping my coffee as Adder slicked in. Hawke had told me to avoid him. So, I ignored him and continued looking over my plans. "It's a Hydro-technical Engine powered by fusion reactors in the-" "What are you babbling about Alex?" That was Adder. He must have heard me whispering to myself. I briefly glanced up at him, then went back to planning. "Maybe if I chance the Water Impute Valve with the Power Conductor..." "I was speaking to you Sergeant!" Adder again. I stood and saluted. "Sir! I'm sorry for my ignorance of you." I inhaled deeply. I wished to return to my plans, but Adder was not going to be easy to get to leave. I suspected he didn't like me. "Remember you are of lower rank than me. Even though General Hawke favors you, don't think you can ignore an officer of higher stature." Adder hissed the word "General" as he spoke. "I'm sorry sir. I shall be more aware." He seemed appeased with my response. I held my salute as he ventured closer. I realized he was eyeing my plans. "What have you here?" I snatched it from the table. "N-nothing Sir. Just a silly..." I searched for the right word "Toy." I folded the plans and pocketed them. "It's for my girlfriend..." Adder looked me over suspiciously. "Very well. I'll leave you to work on whatever that is. However, don't let it sidetrack you from your duties." He turned, and left with surprising speed. Had he seen it? Did he know? I felt my pocket and a lump greeted my hand. I decided to show Hawke my plans for "The Eclipse"

Adder's POV

A Battlecruiser!?! How could Hawke do this! Adder would not stand for this. Hawke had gone too far. It was time. The rebellion would take place in the morning.

A/N: I'm sorry if I'm breaking a rule. But, I must say this is my first FF. Please be nice in your criticism. And tell me of what you think of Alex. I have more CO's for the other Armies as well. If you are reading this, I really want you to review! Thanks!