Kyradia made her way back onto her ship and took a deep breath she'd been doing a good job staying strong in the desert but she kept seeing flashes of Zash and that scene she saw, she shook it off and walked over to the table with Malora and Ashara, Malora began messing with some contraption.
Kyradia sighed "so Zash has escaped again meaning we're going to need to catch up with her again" she certainly had become adept at running she supposed Zash had learned her lesson from a head on fight with Kyradia long ago
Ashara sighed "I can look for sightings of her but it's unlikely to find anything" she was right they didn't seem to be going to populated planets
Andronikos cursed "I tried to identify their ship leaving the atmosphere but I was preoccupied looking for you" Kyradia waved it off he had done the right thing after all
Malora tutted, still messing with the gadget "none of that will be necessary the acid I sprayed her with had emergency nanobots that should be able to track her location" Kyradia's eyes widened. That was something you could do?
Ashara put her hands on her hips "why didn't you say that before we could've tracked her location already" Malora didn't make eye contact still messing with the gadget
She shook her head "because all you would've done is pester me like this while I make the relay which is going to take considerable time" Ashara looked furious but didn't say anything
Kyradia questioned her "so these things are a permanent tracker on Zash?" Malora laughed a little and shook her head
She looked to Kyradia "unfortunately not I don't have the tech available for non perishable Nanobots, they should remain on the burn for 48 hours however it's likely that Zash has healed the burn so it could be less" Kyradia blinked understanding about half of that, tech had never been her thing. Malora clearly caught onto her confusion "basically I'm reverse engineering nanobots into a relay to track them but i have limited time" Kyradia nodded she thought she got it
Ashara piped up "and you can get it ready in 48 hours?" Malora rolled her eyes going back to the machine
She tutted "we have 24 hours first of all and yes of course I can, I can get it ready in 5 hours at worse" Kyradia had a feeling hiring a scientist was a good idea, Malora looked up at them "as long as I'm left alone so take a rest you all look like you need it" Kyradia had to admit that sounded good
She nodded as Andronikos took her hand "come on hun let's have a break" Kyradia had to admit that sounded nice
She followed Andronikos into their bedroom and she took a deep breath "thanks for looking for us Andy sorry if I stressed you out" Andronikos smiled and squeezed her hand
He shook his head "it's ok Ky I know you can take care of yourself" he brushed her hair "I'll admit I was worried but I think that's natural I'm always here for you" Kyradia nodded smiling
She scratched herself "I need to wash my face it's covered in sand gimme five" she went into their en suite and began to wash her face looking at herself in the mirror, she smiled realising she'd hardly done this since before she called Ashara.
She closed her eyes for a second taking in all that had happened since then her fight with Kavaraa seemed so trivial now she wondered if she was ok wherever she was. But then the flashes of Zash came in again, how she just… killed them and delighted in it, Kyradia stumbled remembering a time she may have been just as cruel. She held the sink tight and breathed heavily she felt sick remembering it, it was still here the monster inside she didn't know if she could keep it contained.
She opened her eyes and realised her hands were coursing with lightning and she shook them away noticing Andronikos looking at her "I-I I'm sorry I just" Andronikos shook his head and pulled her into a kiss
Kyradia felt herself calm down while Andronikos held her "don't be sorry I know you've been through so much and you don't have to tell me all of it just let me help you I think that did" Kyradia leaned her head against him holding him tight
After a long few seconds she spoke "yeah it did, do you remember what you promised me when I found you again" Andronikos nodded and Kyradia mumbled "can you promise it again" he kissed her forehead trying to comfort her the best he could
He nodded "of course Kyradia I won't ever leave you again I promise I'll be by your side no matter what" Kyradia nestled into his shoulder trying to keep calm
She stammered "e-even though I can't give yo-" Andronikos cut her off before she could finish
He held her head and looked directly into her eyes "You're the only family I'll ever need Kyradia I'd rather have you than anything else I promise" Kyradia closed her eyes nestling back into him
Kyradia sniffed "Thanks Andy I love you and I'm so sorry" Andronikos continued to comfort her
He smiled "it's ok Ky and it will always be I'm not going anywhere I promise" Kyradia began to calm down returning to normal
She smiled "thanks I uh I feel better now" she looked at him "I think I may need a proper shower and I wouldn't mind company" Andronikos' eyes widened as Kyradia smiled…
Outside Ashara was frowning at Malora as she worked on the device, Malora looked up and raised her eyebrow "can I help you Jedi"
Ashara shook her head "I'm just curious about this device and want to make sure it leads us in the right direction" Malora clearly didn't believe her
Malora put her hydrospanner down "ok let's say hypothetically you understood anything about science do you think that my level of science would make any sense to you" Ashara frowned trying to think of a response "and do you think in that scenario I would tell you anything, I'm not trying to outsmart you Ashara I don't care what you people do I just want my bile back" Ashara folded her arms grumpily
She tutted "well I'm sorry for wanting to be safe, you may have been through a lot but your previous inventions have all been a little dangerous I thought I'd just make sure while Kyradia and Andronikos are busy taking a break" she looked over to their room "I wonder what they're doing Kyradia seemed a little shaken up" Ashara wasn't very good at waiting it seemed
Malora shook her head "they got past the serious talk a while ago I believe they're engaging in strenuous sexual activity" Ashara eyes widened as she began to go bright red how could she talk about that so freely
Ashara stammered "What! Malora gross that's my master why wou- what wou- I uh" Malora frowned not looking up from her device
She explained "based on the sounds, the locked door and their libidos I'd say it's likely and I thought she wasn't your master?" Ashara continued to stammer
Ashara took a deep breath "well no that just slipped out I'll always look up to her a little but still why are you talking about it" Malora still hadn't looked up from her gadget
She shook her head "you asked me what they were doing I gave you my answer I'm sorry I assumed you weren't that innocent of a Jedi" Ashara frowned what was that supposed to mean
Ashara put her hands on her hips "well I'm not I know about that stuff but I don't just talk about it like it's normal it's supposed to be private and special" Malora tutted at her rolling her eyes
She spoke "whatever you say Jedi I'll refrain from using words that are too adult for you" Ashara scrunched up her face as Malora said that
Ashara stormed off "ugh shut up ok you're insufferable" she continued storming off sitting down in a huff next to Xalek who appeared to be knitting, after a few seconds she asked "what are you knitting?" Xalek turned to her his icy exterior surprised to hear her ask
Xalek responded as coldly as ever "a pair of gloves better suited for my saber" Ashara nodded not really listening
Ashara started talking almost instantly after he finished "I can't believe her you know she waltzes in like she owns the place and I try to help her and then she's so grumpy about it" Xalek frowned
He asked "who are we talking about?" clearly the context was lost on him
Ashara gestured to Malora "Malora she's such a know it all and she knows it" Xalek frowned looking over to her
He shrugged "she hasn't bothered me I was worried she was trying to take my position but she's pretty clear about her intentions I can respect that" Ashara sulked "if she annoys you just ignore her you're the one who keeps pestering her" Ashara frowned
Ashara responded "well yeah but I'm just making sure she's not a threat what if she's dangerous aren't you worried about that" Xalek considered it
He smiled deviously "if there is proper evidence of that I would delight in slicing her in half but until that day she has been rather helpful, I've been keeping an eye out" Ashara continued to sulk Xalek was not helping her feel better
Ashara frowned "I dunno she just always seems to know how to rile me up" Xalek shook his head
He continued knitting "then don't talk to her you're the one who keeps instigating the conversation" Ashara frowned but she had to keep an eye on Malora right "you seem a little obsessed" Ashara gasped clearly insulted
She denied the idea immediately "I'm not! I'm just cautious" Xalek nodded clearly not believing her causing Ashara to just sulk in silence
After a few hours Malora's device seemed to whir to life and she grinned "perfect there you are Zash" she was getting sloppy they had to capitalize…
Terri watched as the planet of Ragna III came into view the planet was so lush and green which was a nice change from the last five planets they had been to, she looked over to Zash who had been scratching at her face
Terri frowns "are you ok Zash you've been acting a little strange since Savareen" Zash seemed to shrug it off looking ahead
She grumbled "that scientists poison was very potent I'm afraid your healing only did so much" Terri was still very scared of Malora but Zash had managed to beat them so she felt somewhat comfortable, she'd wanted to ask her about some of the things the commander had said but didn't want to while she was in pain.
She piloted the ship down and Zash began putting on gear "I'd like you to stay on the ship for this one I've done some research and I think if the commander catches up to us again they may go for the ship" Terri frowned she didn't really want to stay on the ship
She followed Zash to the ramp "but I can help Zash I know I had bad time on Savereen but you know I can help" Zash put her hand out as she started lowering the ramp
She smiled "I don't doubt it Terri that's why I trust you to look after this thing and keep it safe" Terri guessed that made sense as the ramp lowered Terri's eyes widened as large furry bipedal creatures stood outside with familiar looking Rattataki in nightsister robes holding their chains and staring down at Zash. Zash turned around "and that's the other reason" she bowed before them
One came forward "what are you doing trespassing on this land" Zash seemed surprisingly prepared for this Terri guessed this was the research
She showed the list of ingredients from Ysum which instantly grabbed their attention "I am on the hunt for ingredients for a potion and believe we could strike a deal, I have done my research and there is word that you have a certain affinity for Magick" the sister walked up to her standing a good 5 inches taller than Zash
Mist surrounded her hand and a little flame emerged "and so what if we do we wouldn't teach it to an outsider without something in return" Zash smiled clearly ready for this question she'd clearly learned her lesson from the first time they encountered the sisters
She folded her arms "I believe you know the name Ysum if I were to complete this potion I may put in a good word about how this colony helped me" Terri frowned knowing that was partially a lie, she guessed it was ok since Ysum seemed like trouble and so did these guys.
The sister considered it "this may be preferable come with us to meet our chief and we will discuss the details, but if you try to stab us in the back we will kill you" Zash nodded seemingly unintimidated
Zash chuckled "I wouldn't expect anything less but I doubt that'll be a problem" she turned to Terri tossing her a commlink "I'll be on the comms Terri I'm trusting you to keep the ship safe we may be here a little longer" Terri nodded taking a deep breath she hoped Zash knew what she was doing with this Magick...