Hello, everybody!
Okay, so now, I'm taking a break from fixing up my old chapters so I can begin the second storyline of "Freezing". Remember: like the previous storyline, I'm mostly reading from fan-translated sites, so I'm sorry if the dialogue sems awkward.
Also, I know there's supposed to be a prologue (in the ORIGINAL manga) with a girl talking with her grandmother about joining West Genetics, but unfortunately, I couldn't find it translated into English anywhere, and I don't who the girl IS yet; I MIGHT come when I find out, though.
Enjoy
Storyline 2
Volume 15
Summer had just arrived in Japan. Because of this, the students would now have to change into their summer uniforms to reflect the weather (just like in other anime)
Inside the teacher's lounge, Edgar was sitting in his chair drinking some ice-cold lemonade. He had taken off his white doctor jacket, exposing the white tight t-shirt. "Man, it's hot! *SIP* I'm so glad I—"
"Yo, Edgar! I-I need your help with something!" said Young quickly in the same room; he was currently working on the computer. "I need to sort the data of this new project."
"WHAT project?" asked Edgar.
"Just help! I need to classify the data!"
"And...when is it due—"
"TODAY!"
"Today? Chevalier's commander is apparently a fan of Aoi Gengo, BUT TO HAVE TO HURRY...?! The previous commander Rita Phantomheim resigned following the E-Pandora incident."
"I'm surprise that Dr. Aoi announced a new project after the disastrous fall of the E-Pandora Project. But if you think about it, it ain't the only time the old broad came up with something surprising. By the way, what the name of the new project?"
"...Project Viking..."
"The true limitation of the Pandora Project is that only people who have Stigmata compatibility can become Pandora," the school said to the gathered students of West Genetics. "For this reason, it's difficult to find enough suitable candidates to remedy this. Under supervision of the world's greatest Pandora expert, Dr. Aoi Ginger has carried out many tests with the intent to create super soldiers from people without any Stigmata compatibility. The possible success of this project depended on the extent of deleterious effects inflicted to the subject's body and ensures that were no undesirable side effects. Research led to the mass production of 'Injection Stigmata', which allow normal people to fight side-by-side with Pandora. For a certain period of time, they'll be able to materialize and use both Volt Weapons and Anti-Nova weaponry. The Injection Stigmata can only be used by specifically trained people for now; however, it already allows those subjects to materialize and use Volt Weapons safely. To improve this system, we need to collect data from real fighting situations. To do so, we selected the elite between those who have already undergone the specific training and sent them to West Genetics to receive combat training. These five subjects, equipped with the I.S. system, are called 'Vikings'. They'll be our most important allies and will be joining West Genetics as part of the newly instigated 'Project Viking'."
Meanwhile, Ginger Aoi and Howard L. Bridget were talking in the library.
"So...you're supporting Project Viking?" asked Dr. Aoi. "Aren't you worried that it might end up like the E-Pandora Project? You know, the project you secretly supported?"
"The E-Pandora Project was supervised by Commander Rita Phantomheim before her resignation from the Chevalier. As a funder of Chevalier, it shouldn't be strange that I was involved."
"*SIGH* I told you the project was a failure from the beginning, did I NOT?"
"Yes, and I failed to heed your warnings. But tell me: will Project Viking SUCCEED...or FAIL?"
"It was all possible thanks your support to the Seiga Heavy Industries; the 'Consumable Stigmata's Recharge Theory' was...BRILLIANT...even in its embryonic stage, and they haven't developed a functional recharge system yet. The basic idea is to load a determined amount of energy into Stigmata and use it to generate power for a limited lapse of time...and once exhausted, Stigmata can be safely disposed of without too much stress for the subject's body: a disposable Stigmata with no side effects. And it's all thanks to you, Howard-san, that this previously stalled project was finally able to begin development. Thank you very much for your help!
"That's NOT what I asked, Dr. Aoi! I asked if your project was going to succeed or not!"
"We've already caused quite a ruckus with the Chevalier. But with YOUR support, Project Viking WILL succeed. Otherwise, I wouldn't be able to sleep...knowing that YOU would replace me."
"Hmm hmm hmm hmm hmm hmm..." Smiling, Howard stood up from his seat. "It IS pointless to argue with an arrogant old woman like you. So, I'll put my faith in your project. And please keep an eye on the interactions between the Vikings and Pandora."
"I'm NOT arrogant...I just speak the truth."
Satisfied with Dr. Aoi's words, Howard began to walk away, but then stopped for a few seconds. "One more thing, Dr. Aoi: do you remember your granddaughter?"
"My granddaughter! You mean Kazuha?" asked Dr. Aoi.
"Yes, I heard that she had great skills as a Limiter...even though she hasn't found an official partner yet. I believe she needs to find an official partner and get Baptized soon.
"Why, Dr. Aoi, I'm honored by your interest with my granddaughter, but I believe it should be best to not get involved in her business..."
"You mean his business...with my son?!"
"Your son! Ah yes! Satellite! He and Kazuha went to Alaska together, but I never knew she hadn't been Baptized yet."
"Please don't pretend you don't know. And from what I understand, they went there under your orders."
"MY orders?! The E-Pandora Project was handles by Rita and Dr. Ohara! And, if I remember correctly, somebody told me to fix the mess in Alaska. AND he tries his best not to inquire about the business of his children. AND he gets irritated when someone mentions them. But rest assured, I AM against your son being with my granddaughter in the first place."
"Furthermore, I will NEVER allow my son to marry her—let alone RAPE her—so PLEASE tell your granddaughter to stay away from him!"
"OKAY! Okay! No need to get angry, Howard-san!"
"*INHALE* *EXHALE* Thank you, Dr. Aoi," were the last words Howard said before he left.
Later that night, Satellite sat in the shower, letting the warm water rain down his naked body. "Project Viking. Isn't the name 'Viking' supposed to be influenced by Norse mythology? Anyways, I wonder who these 'Vikings' will be..." He turned off the water, then stepped out of the shower and walked into his room with a towel around his waist.
*KNOCK* *KNOCK* *KNOCK* *KNOCK* *KNOCK*
"Kazuha? Is that you? I'll be right there!" Excited, the Pandora punk opened door...and his smile quickly turned into a disappointed frown.
"Sorry, you untouchable Highness! I ain't your girlfriend! Hee hee hee hee hee!" laughed Arnold McMillan.
"What the fuck are YOU doing here?"
"Sheesh! No need to get so angry and be a potty mouth! I just wanna talk," said the Slashing Trickster. "But...I'll get straight to the point: I came here to ask if you...would like to JOIN us..."
End
One quick thing before we end: Satellite's summertime outfit does NOT change, he still retains his samd punk uniform, but instead ears his jacket around his waist...just so he doesn't get hot.
Later
