-1Chapter 17- New life
"Hey Doggie, how many days until we reach Tresor?" asked Holland.
"About two, maybe three days with the loss of the VRF's and the reflection film."
"I see. Alright, keep an eye on the bridge for now. Everyone else is taking a break and getting some sleep. Talho will be up in a little while to relive you so you can also get some sleep."
"Roger that." Doggie replied. "Anything else?"
"No, not at the moment." said Holland as he began to walk away. "Wait, actually there is one more thing."
"What's that?"
"Good job Doggie. We're all proud of you and all the work you've done for us. Thanks."
"Sure leader." Doggie replied with a smile. "Anytime."
"Alright, I'll see you later then."
"Roger."
Life on the GekkoState had done a complete one-eighty since the young Thurston family had returned to them. The entire crew had actually started working together as one complete family unit, and it showed. Everyone got along better, helped each other when needed, and even took care of each other when needed. The entire crew was turning into a complete force to be reckoned with.
When Holland got to their room, Talho was still curled up sound asleep in their bed. This brought a rare warm smile to his face. Just looking at her made him realize the love he had for her and how he had, in a way, neglected being a father and a husband to her and their son. He figured out just then that Renton was right after all. Family is more important than anything else in the world. After he changed into his loungers and crawled into bed, Talho stirred a bit and slowly woke up.
"Hi." she said Gently with a smile.
"Hi. Sorry if I woke you."
"It's ok. I don't mind waking up next to you."
"I'm happy you feel that way. I feel like I've neglected you and Stephen ever since this war started. I'm sorry if I have."
"It's not your fault Holland. It's who you are and it's what you do. I can't say that I blame you."
"Thanks Talho. But I'm going to take Renton's advice and start being more of a family man. I want to start spending more time with you and Stephen. I can't believe I'm actually going to try to follow in his footsteps. He should be following mine."
"Well, he has set an example for all of us on this ship, so I don't see anything wrong with it."
"Yeah I guess you're right Talho. Him and Eureka have done well being a family. On another note, Doggie said we should be in Tresor in about two or three days."
"That's fine. Is everyone resting then?"
"Yeah then are. Doggie is at the controls watching over things. You take over for him in a few hours so you can get a little more sleep."
"That works. Goodnight Holland."
"Goodnight dear." Holland then held Talho close in his arms as they both fell asleep.
A few hours later, Talho woke from her slumber with her head resting on his shoulder. She smiled gently and gave him a gentle kiss on the cheek. She then carefully got up, changed into her uniform, and went to the cockpit to relieve Doggie.
"Hey Doggie, how are you holding up?" Talho asked when she reached the bridge.
"Tired but ok otherwise. Things have been running normal so far. So there are no problems to report."
"Good job Doggie. Get out of here and get some sleep. I've got it from here."
"Roger that. Thanks." Doggie then left the cockpit and headed towards his room while Talho looked over the controls. A little bit after he left, the rest of the crew started waking up as the ship came alive. The first ones to show up were the kids who ran up and gave Talho a hug.
"Well hey you guys." said Talho as she returned their hugs. "Where are your parents?"
"They're still sleeping." said Maeter.
"I see. Hey, have you guys ever seen how we pilot this ship?"
"No we haven't." Linck replied.
"Want me to show all of you how?"
"SURE!!" they all yelled happily.
A couple of hours later, Renton and Eureka finally started waking up from their slumber.
"Morning love." said Renton.
"Hi dear." Eureka replied a with a warm smile and a kiss. "How are you feeling?"
"I'm great. How about you?"
"I'm feeling much better thank you. I think I've finally gotten all rested from the other day."
"That's good. I wonder where the kids are? Usually they're the first ones to wake us up."
"I don't know. How about we go find them and find out what they're up to."
"Sounds fine to me Eureka. Let's go."
A little bit later, Renton and Eureka arrived in the bridge after not finding the kids anywhere's else.
"Hey Talho, have you seen the kids?" asked Renton.
"Yeah. They're down here with me."
"They are?"
"Yes they are. They have been for the last couple of hours while you were sleeping."
"What have they been doing with you?"
"Flying the ship."
"Say what?"
"Come down here and find out." Talho replied. As Renton and Eureka walked down the stairs, they noticed Talho had the boys on either side of her and Maeter in her lap.
"I guess you were right. Have you kids behaved yourselves?"
"Yes Momma!" they all replied cheerfully.
"They've all had turns at the controls. They did quite well for their first time. I may do this more often." Talho replied.
"That's fine with me. How about you Renton?" asked Eureka.
"If they're doing that well then why not? You have our permission Talho."
"Thanks guys. So are all of you hungry then?"
"I know I am. How about you Eureka?"
"Yes I am. What about you kids?"
"Yes we are Momma!!"
"Ok then. Autopilot on, coordinates are set, let's go."
"Go where Talho?" asked Renton.
"To the dining hall. I'm making breakfast for all of us."
Meanwhile, Dominic and Anemone were finally waking up after a long, wonderful night with each other. For most of the night the two had made love to each other like they had never had before in their marriage. And since it had been a while because of the war, Dominic had been slow and gentle with her the entire time. It had been the happiest night that Anemone had ever had with her husband. It was also one that she would never forget. As they stirred, Anemone found herself still wrapped up tight in her husbands arms. As she looked at him, she smiled with a slight tear in her eyes knowing how much Dominic loved and cared for her. As she tried to keep her happy tears back, Dominic looked at her with a look of love that she had never seen before.
"You ok Anemone?" he asked while looking at her. "You have tears in your eyes."
"I'm just really happy being with you that's all. The way you treated me last night showed me how much you really love me. I just can't wait now until I have your child."
"Neither can I my sweet Anemone. I'm glad you enjoyed our night together with each other."
"Yes I did Dominic. Thank you." she replied as she gently rubbed his face with her hand and gave him a slow, passionate kiss. "I love you."
"I love you too Anemone. How about we get up and get some breakfast. I'll make it for you."
"Sounds great. Let's go."
At the same time, Talho, Eureka, Renton, and the kids has just sat down to enjoy the breakfast that Talho had made for them.
"Looks good mom." said Eureka as she got ready to eat.
"I hope it came out ok. I don't make French toast that often."
"It's awesome Talho. It's really quite good." Renton replied as he ate.
"That's good to hear." Talho said as she took her first bite. "Hey, this is good."
"Mmmhmm, yes it is mom. You did a good job making this." said Eureka.
"Thank you dear. I'm glad you like it."
"Anyways, where's Holland?" asked Renton.
"In bed sleeping. Him and Doggie pulled a late shift last night."
"They did eh? What for?"
"Just to keep an eye on things since the ship is damaged."
"Yeah, that makes sense I guess. So I'm guessing we have to stay at low altitude and away from the high altitude leylines then?"
"Yes we do unfortunately. That's why it's taking so long for us to get to Tresor."
"That's fine I guess. Gives us a little time away from the war."
"That is true. We did need it." Talho replied. At that time, Dominic and Anemone walked into the room with Anemone holding on to Dominic's left arm and her head resting on his shoulder.
"Well hello you two lovebirds. Good morning." said Talho.
"Good morning everybody." Anemone replied cheerfully.
"Well it looks like you're in a good mood today."
"Yes I am. Me and Dominic had a wonderful night together last night."
"I see. I won't ask anything further. I'm glad you two enjoyed yourselves."
"Yes we did." Dominic replied. "What did you guys have for breakfast?"
"Talho made us French toast!!" said Linck Happily. Dominic laughed and said "I see. That actually sounds kind of good. What do you think Anemone?"
"Sure I'll try it. I've never had it before though."
"Well you two just sit down and I'll make it for you." said Talho.
"Well, I was going to make it myself for Anemone, but that's fine. Thanks Talho."
"Anytime you two." Talho replied as she walked into the kitchen.
"Hey Talho, can I ask you a question, even if it is kind of bad timing?"
"Sure dear. What do you need?"
"Well, when Eureka took me in as her sister a little while back, I was wondering if that means I can start calling you mom? I mean I know we haven't known each other that long yet, but I was wondering if that was ok?" When Talho heard that question, she dropped the spatula she was holding and put her hands on the kitchen counter. Tears of happiness then began to fall from her eyes.
"Did I ask something wrong?"
"No not at all Anemone." Talho replied as she walked out of the kitchen and stood in it's entrance. "Could you and Eureka come over here please?" With a worried look to their faces, Eureka and Anemone walked up to Talho who took them in a great big hug. "This world hasn't always been easy for me and Holland. But when Eureka came into our lives, all that finally changed. I am now blessed to have one of the best daughters in the world. And Anemone, if you want to join this family and be a part of me, Holland, Stephen, and Eureka, you are more than welcome to. I would be proud to have you as my second daughter."
"Oh Talho, thank you!!" said Anemone crying.
"Anytime Anemone. I love all of you guys, and nothing will ever change that." Talho replied crying. "Renton, Dominic, I am also proud to have you two as son-in-laws. Renton and Eureka have already given us three wonderful grandchildren with another on the way. Dominic, Anemone, we can't wait until you extend your family also. We would be proud to be the grandparents of your child, even if we are too young to be."
"Thank you Talho, we would be honored." said Dominic with a rare tear to his eyes.
"Oh man, my make-up is running from me crying. And I have to make you two breakfast yet."
"It's ok mom. Thank you for taking me into your family." Anemone replied.
"Sure dear. Now go sit down. I'll have your breakfast ready in a little bit."
Two days later, the GekkoState arrived at Tresor for their repairs. To their surprise, the super Izumo was docked there also.
"Jurgens, surprised to see you here." said Holland after they docked their ship.
"Yeah we had to stop and re-supply our ship. We'll be here a day or two yet."
"I see. We're here primarily for repairs. We ran into the Ageha squad almost a week ago. They caused some damage to the ship and to one of the LFO's. We're all ok though."
"Good to hear. How are Renton and Eureka doing now that they have returned?"
"They're doing fine." said Talho. "Eureka is four months in and is progressing well."
"That's good. How about Anemone and Dominic?"
"Why don't you ask them yourself? Dominic, Anemone, over here!"
"Is that actually them?" asked Jurgens as they were walking up towards them. Dominic was wearing black khaki's, a light blue dress shirt, and black dress shoes. Anemone was wearing a pink spring dress that went down to her ankles with slip on sandals that matched.
"Captain, good to see you again." said Dominic when they arrived.
"Wow, I didn't think it was you when I first saw you. You look completely different."
"Sorry if we're not in uniform captain."
"It's alright. You look better like that anyways. How is life on the Gekko treating you?"
"It's been great sir. It's like a family we've never had before." Anemone replied.
"Oh really? How is that?"
"Well, Talho and Holland were kind enough to take me in as their daughter so that way I have a complete family now with a mom, dad, sister, and a brother. I hope you don't mind."
"No, not at all. I'm happy they did. You deserved it. Thank you Holland and Talho for watching over them."
"We're happy to do it, so no thanks needed." Holland replied.
"Alright then. I had better go check and see how our re-supply is doing. I'll see all of you later."
"Ok Jurgens. See you soon." They then went their separate ways and back to their respective ships.
A couple of days later, Anemone headed down to Mischa's office feeling a little on the strange side. She had a pretty good idea of what it was for some reason, but she wanted to make sure just in case. If it was what she thought it was, she was going to be the happiest woman in the world.
"Hey Mischa, can I have you give me a test really quick?"
"For what Anemone?"
"Well, me and Dominic are starting to try to start a family of our own and I think we might have done it on the first try."
"Ahh I see. Sit over there on the examining table and I'll administer the test ok?"
"Alright. Thanks Mischa."
"No problem dear. Alright, I have the test right here. I'll administer the test right now. We'll see in a couple of minutes how it turns out ok?" As Anemone sat their patiently after Mischa gave her the test, the minutes seemed like hours as her excitement grew. A few minutes later, Mischa returned with her results.
"Well Anemone your assumptions were correct! You are pregnant! Congratulations!"
"That's awesome Mischa!! Thanks a ton!"
"Anytime dear. I'm glad I was able to make your day. Are you going to tell Dominic right away?"
"No, I think I'll make him wait. Have him sweat it out a bit."
"I see." Mischa replied with a laugh. "Anyways here are some meds to help keep any morning sickness down if you get it. Make sure you take them regularly."
"Ok I will. Thanks again for everything Mischa."
"No problem Anemone. I'll see you later. I'll be putting you on regular checkups from now on ok?"
"That's fine. See you later!" Anemone replied happily as she left Mischa's office.
A little while later, Anemone ran into Talho in the hallway by the lounge as she was going over some paperwork.
"Hi mom." said Anemone as she was walking by.
"Oh hi Anemone. Sorry I didn't see you there. I guess I was too involved in my paperwork to notice." Talho replied laughing.
"It's ok. I know how you feel."
"Anyways I talked to Mischa a few minutes ago and she told me that you had stopped by. What were you there for?"
"You remember how me and Dominic wanted to start a family but we weren't sure if we were ready then right?"
"Yeah I do why?"
"Well, we decided that we were ready while Renton and Eureka were out on their honeymoon. We didn't really have time to do anything though until just the other day, which was of course a really romantic night that night. Anyways I started feeling a little strange for some reason so I checked in with Mischa. And come to find out, we're pregnant!!"
"Congratulations you two!! Does Dominic know yet?"
"No not yet. I'm going to make him wait, so can you keep it quiet please?" Talho laughed and said "That's fine. It'll keep him on edge a bit. Anyways, I had better finish my paperwork and check on Stephen. I'll see you later ok?"
"Ok Talho. Bye now!!" and they went on their separate ways.
"Dr.Morita, how are the repairs going?" asked Holland.
"Well hello Holland. They're going well but slow. We're still having problems with some of our supply ships getting hijacked. Two out of the three VRF's that were damaged we were able to repair right away. Your number three on the right we have to replace. As for your board for the 808 and the reflection film for the ship, it'll be about another three days to a week before everything comes in. After that things should go rather quickly."
"Man, it's going to take that long?"
"I'm sorry Holland. This war hasn't made things any easier for us since we also became a supply depot for the federation fleet."
"Don't worry about it doc. I know it's not your fault so take your time. I'm going to go let Jurgens know so that way they know to keep us covered. I'll catch you later then."
"Take it easy Holland. See you later." Morita replied.
"So it's going to take you that long to get back in the air eh?" said Jurgens.
"Yeah and unfortunately it's beyond our control. It'll be a bit before the parts come in." Holland replied.
"I see. What do you want me to do about it?"
"Just make sure that we're covered over here. We still have four good LFO's left so we'll be helping with regular patrols just so we're doing our part to help."
"That's fine. Most likely we won't be in the area but I have other ships that will be so don't worry about anything. Just make sure you keep your end of the deal."
"And what would that be Jurgens?"
"Keeping that young family along with Dominic and Anemone safe. We need all of them to be safe in order to win this thing."
"Why do you say that?"
"There's some information that we never told you about the Venturion."
"And what's that?"
"It was the second archetype that was ever found. The way it was formed when it was found was the same as the type zero. Since they could never find the right pilots for it, it was kept stored away until we someday could. When the type zero The end was lost, we immediately put Anemone in it to see what would happen. When nothing did, we were ready to give up on it. But when Dominic was put in it with her for the very first time, it worked just like the Nirvash did. That's when it got it's final name, Type Zero the Venturion. When we eventually paired it up with the Nirvash Type Zero with you guys on the Gekko, it finally realized it's true potential and was able to react with it. That's why it has gotten stronger lately. All four of them need to be together in order for them to reach their final true potential."
"Wait a minute!! That means….."
"Yes Holland. Dominic was a second chosen one. We all know that Anemone isn't a Earth born coralian, but she is one none the less. That's why we need you guys to protect her with all your might."
"I see. That definitely puts a lot more pressure on the situation. But we'll protect her and Dominic not to worry."
"Thank you Holland. We'll be heading out later on this afternoon. Take care of yourselves and we'll see you again soon enough."
"You too Jurgens. Thanks for the information. You take it easy out there you hear?"
"We will Holland, and thanks again." Jurgens then left the hangar where the Gekko was stationed and headed back towards the Super Izumo.
"Well Holland, what's next?" asked Talho after he returned to the ship.
"We wait."
"For what? Aren't they going to fix the ship?"
"They can't right now. We need a new board made, a new VRF for the right side number three, and some new reflection film. Morita said it could take anywhere's from three to seven days until they get all the parts they need."
"What do we do until then?"
"We help with patrolling the area with the remaining LFO's so that way we're doing our part to help. There's nothing we can do otherwise."
"I see. Anything else I need to know about?"
"Actually there is." Holland then told Talho the information that Jurgens had just relayed to him.
"Wow, that sure puts a cramp on things. That would also explain the seventh swell effect that surrounded both of them."
"Yes Talho it does. Now we have four people we have to protect."
"Better make that six Holland."
"What do you mean?"
"Did you forget about Renton and Eureka's baby?"
"Yeah I did. Sorry about that. But that still makes only five. Where are you getting six from?"
"Anemone and Dominic have been trying to start their own family and they finally succeeded."
"You mean she's pregnant now?!"
"Yes she is Holland. She just found out a little bit ago."
"Oh man. Does Dominic know yet?"
"No not yet. Anemone is going to make him wait and sweat it out a bit."
"I see." Holland replied with a laugh. "That'll annoy him a bit. Anyways, have the Venturion and the 606 go out on the first patrol. Me and the Nirvash will go out later for the second one. We'll alternate shifts and partners as needed."
"Roger that."
For the next several days, the crew alternated their patrol shifts as needed to cover the area. They ran into the occasional rebel LFO or ground unit here or there who tried to sneak in, but that was it. Dominic was going crazy during those days since Anemone nor anyone else who knew (which was only Holland, Talho, and Mischa.) would tell him what she was hiding from him. The parts for the Gekko and the 808 had arrived within four days of Holland talking to Morita. His crew had gotten to work on both of them as soon as the parts arrived. Within another four days time after that, the Gekko and the board for the 808 were done and ready to go.
"Morita, thank you once again for all you hard work. You've done well as always."
"You don't have to thank me Holland. It's part of our job these days, so we're used to it."
"Well we owe you a thanks anyways. Since it's early in the evening, we'll be taking off in the morning so we can all get a fresh start. You had better go get some rest yourself. It looks like you could use it."
"Yeah I will. Thanks Holland. By the way, what are all of you guys doing tonight?"
"Why do you ask?"
"Well, we're having a formal dance tonight to help everyone loosen up a bit. How about all of you join us?"
"I think we can do that."
"Great. It's five thirty now and the dance starts at eight, so you all have time to get ready."
"Sounds good. Thanks for the invite."
"Anytime Holland. See you at eight."
"Sure will. Where is it being held by the way?"
"Hangar number two. Decorators have been working on it all day so it should be nice."
"Alright. See you there."
Shortly after that, Holland had everyone meet in the lounge to tell them of the announcement.
"So now you all know about the dance tonight. It should give you all time to get ready and down there. See you when you do!!" after Holland said that, him and Talho left to get ready.
"What am I going to wear Renton? All I have is my wedding dress."
"I don't know Eureka."
"I do!!" Anemone replied. "Come with me sis. Dominic, come get your suit and get changed in Renton's room."
"Yes dear." After that they all left the room.
"Hey Anemone, what are you doing?" asked Eureka when they got to her room.
"You'll see in a minute!" she replied. A few seconds later, she came out of their closet with two dresses.
"I got these on impulse one day." she said while holding up two dresses. One was a red sequin floor length gown while the other one was a silver floor length gown. "I haven't had the chance to use them since Dominic isn't much of a dancer, but now's the perfect time."
"Why is that Anemone? What does that have to do with me?"
"You get to use one!"
"Really? Thank you Anemone!!"
"Anytime sis!! Now with your eye and hair color, I think the silver one will work best. It may be a little snug due to the baby, but I think it'll work out well for you. So let's get changed and ready."
"Hey Dominic, you look a little upset. Are you alright?" asked Renton.
"Yeah I'm fine Renton. Anemone had been keeping some sort of secret from me and it's driving me nuts!"
"Ahh ok so that's why you've been the way you have lately." Renton replied laughing.
"Yeah Renton you guessed it."
"I guess so. I'm glad we kept our suits though. I didn't think we'd get to use them again."
"There's no doubting that point. I wonder what Anemone has planned for her and Eureka?"
"Who knows Dominic. We'll find out soon enough I guess." At that moment, Doggie knocked on the door.
"Come in!" yelled Renton. Doggie then walked into the room.
"Thanks Renton. Can I talk to you guys about something?"
"Sure. What about?" asked Dominic.
"It's about Gidget. I know how she feels about me and I want to tell her how I feel about her, but I'm not sure how to do it."
"I can't believe you haven't yet!! I thought you would have by now!" said Renton.
"Yes I know! It's just that every time I see her, I get nervous and just can't say anything."
"All I can tell you to do is relax and go with the flow." said Dominic.
"Not only that." Renton replied. "When the time is right tonight, just be calm and let her know how you feel. Just make sure you do it tonight."
"Yeah you're right guys. Thanks."
"Anytime Doggie. See you down there!" Said Dominic.
"Right! See you soon!" Doggie replied as he walked out the door.
"Well, we sure handled that well." said Dominic.
"Hey, all we can do is try." Renton replied as the men put their suit coats on. Just then their two wives walked into the room.
"What do you think boys?" asked Anemone. Renton and Dominic just stood there with their jaws dropped almost all the way to the floor. The two were just awe struck at how beautiful and gorgeous they looked.
"Hey Eureka, I think we got their attention."
"I think you're right." Eureka replied as she walked up to Renton. "What do you think Renton."
"You look absolutely gorgeous Eureka. I can't believe its you."
"I'm glad you like it." she replied as she stepped up and gave him a passionate kiss.
"You look amazing yourself Anemone. I would have never guessed that you would look this good."
"I'm glad you feel that way." said Anemone as she wrapped her arms around his neck. "You don't look bad yourself."
"Well, how about we get to the dance and knock them off their feet Anemone?"
"Sounds good to me sis. Let's go boys."
"Wow Holland, everyone looks great tonight." said Talho.
"Yes they do. The dance starts in a few minutes and we haven't seen our two young couples yet. I wonder where they are?"
"You don't have to ask. Look over there." Talho replied as she pointed towards the partially open hangar doors. When he looked, the entire Gekko crew stared in awe as the young couples walked towards them.
"Hi everyone." said Eureka.
"You guys look amazing! Talk about the belles of the ball!" said Hilda.
"No kidding. Where did you get that dress Eureka?" asked Gidget.
"Anemone let me borrow it for tonight."
"Well I'll do you one better Eureka since you've helped me out a couple of times. You can have it. It looks better on you anyways."
"Thank you sis!"
"Anytime Eureka."
"Hey there's the music! Shall we dance dear?"
"Sure Eureka. Let's dance."
As the evening went on, the entire Tresor and Gekko crews enjoyed a grand evening of dancing, eating, and chatting amongst each other. Along the way, a couple of relationships blossomed. During the middle of the dance, Dominic and Anemone were dancing close to each other in a loving embrace.
"It's been a wonderful night tonight hasn't it?" asked Anemone.
"Yes it has. The staff here at Tresor did a wonderful job organizing this."
"Hey Dominic, do you want to know what I've been keeping from you?"
"It'd be nice. You've been driving me nuts almost all week."
"That was the point dear."
"Oh really?" said Dominic with a slight laugh. "What is it then?" Anemone then took Dominic' right hand and put it near her stomach.
"ahh, Anemone, what are you doing?"
"Don't you understand Dominic?"
"What do you want me to understand Anemone?"
"Silly, there's a child in there." she said softly.
"What? You mean….."
"Yes dear. We're having a baby. You're going to be a father."
"That's wonderful!!" Dominic yelled as he picked her up in a huge hug and spun them around.
"Looks like Anemone finally told Dominic." said Talho.
"It does look that way." Holland replied as he put his arm around her. Meanwhile on the other side of the hangar…..
"Doggie, are you ok? You've been acting strange all night." He let out a heavy sigh and said "Yeah, I'm fine."
"What's wrong then?"
"Well, I just know you feel about me, but I'm afraid, or more like really nervous, to tell you how I feel about you."
"What are you trying to say to me Doggie?" asked Gidget. He then let out another heavy nervous sigh and said "I love you Gidget."
"You….love me?"
"Yeah I do. I'm sorry I couldn't say it before. I was just too nervous to."
"That's alright. You said it now, and that's all that counts." she replied. She then stepped up to him and they kissed for the very first time.
"Hey Talho, do you see what I'm seeing?" said Hilda.
"Yeah I do. It finally happened for them. I didn't think it ever would."
"Neither did I, but I'm glad it did. They were just meant to be."
"Yes they were."
"So, where's Holland?"
"He's sitting at one of the tables holding Stephen. I just came up here to get us all something to drink. How are things going with Matthieu?"
"I've got him hook, line, and sinker and you know it Talho. All I'm waiting on is a ring from him one of these days."
"I see. I'm sure it'll happen one of these days. You just have to make him feel bad enough to do it as bad as he's got it for you."
"That is true, but I won't do that to him. I'll let him do it when he feels comfortable."
"Yeah that is the right way to do it. Anyways I had better go get these drinks over to Holland before he wonders where I am. Have fun!!"
"We will. Later Talho!" As Talho walked over to their table, she noticed Renton and Eureka as well as Morita and one of his associates sitting with him.
"Thanks Talho." said Holland as she sat down.
"No problem. Hey Renton, are you and Eureka enjoying yourselves?"
"Yes we are thanks."
"We just had to stop and rest our feet." said Eureka.
"That's fine. Dr.Morita, who's your lady friend?"
"Oh sorry. This is Dr. Nadia Johansen. She just joined our staff here at Tresor."
"Nice meeting all of you." she said.
"You too Nadia. I'm Talho. This is my husband Holland Novak, our son Stephen, our adopted daughter Eureka and her husband Renton Thurston.
"Hold on! Are you related to Adrock Thurston at all?"
"Yes I am. He's my father."
"Amazing!! And if I remember correctly, you and your wife are the current saviors of our world!"
"Yes we are, but in a way that's a past we'd like to put behind us. We're looking towards our future as a family together."
"A family? But it looks like you're only having one child."
"We are, but we have three other children." said Eureka.
"Three!? At your young age?" said Nadia. Renton laughed and said "Our other three are adopted Nadia."
"I see. Where are these other three?"
"Around here somewhere with the crew. Not to worry though, they're good kids."
"Hey Renton, our favorite song from our wedding is on! Let's dance!"
"Ok dear." said Renton laughing as she pulled him out of his chair. "Nice meeting you Nadia!"
"You too Renton and Eureka!" she replied as they walked off to the dance floor. "Sounds like they have a nice family."
"Yes they do." said Holland. "And we're proud of them for raising the kids as well as they have. They're a nice addition to our crew."
"I bet." Nadia replied.
"Anyways, we better dance some more ourselves dear. We can't let all the crew have all the fun."
"Alright Talho. Good meeting you Dr. Johansen. Morita, we'll see you later."
"Later you two!" Morita replied.
"Renton Thurston. I'll have to look more into you." Nadia though to herself.
The next morning before they took off, Holland let off a couple of announcements.
"First of all, I want to congratulate Anemone and Dominic. Since you all didn't know, I will tell you. The two wanted to start a family of their own and now they are. Anemone just found out about a week ago that they are now expecting their first child together." The room erupted in applause of the first announcement.
"Second of all," said Holland as he quieted the crew down. "I want to also congratulate Doggie and Gidget for finally getting together. We wish you two all the luck in the world in your ventures. Now everyone get to your stations. We're taking off!!"
"Right!" they all replied.