Matricus stood completely still and listened for anything unusual. Holstering his sidearm, he turned to rejoin Shepard and Tali. Suddenly, he heard footsteps behind him. He turned only to be struck in the mouth. He staggered back, stunned by the blow. He looked at his attacker and was surprised. Five turians stood in front of him, laughing and taunting. The other four seemed to revere the larger of the group.

"Nice. Didn't even expect it." said the youngest of the group.

"Thanks, Triac. Hand over everything you've got, old man." said the leader.

Matricus merely crossed his arms and scoffed at the arrogant youth. The leader reached to grab Matricus but was unsuccessful. Instead, Matricus grabbed the leader's wrist and twisted his arm. The veteran continued until he heard a sickening crack. The young turian collapsed to the ground in agony.

The second youngest charged at Matricus quickly. He was tripped and hit his face against a nearby crate. He stood and attempted to punch Matricus who ducked then struck his opponent's stomach with his elbow. The force of the blow knocked the wind out of him and threw him backwards.

Matricus, distracted by his previous foe, was unprepared for the third of his enemies. He was kicked in the back and nearly fell to the floor. He turned to see the fighter launching a kick at his head. Matricus caught the turian's foot and spun, sending him into a corkscrew. After throwing the turian on the ground, he grabbed his leg and twisted. The resounding crunch echoed throughout the docking bay.

The fourth tackled Matricus and began striking him. Matricus grabbed the thug's fists, pushed his foot into his stomach, then threw him off. Matricus leapt onto his attacker and grabbed him by the throat.

"Where is he?" Matricus shouted.

"Who!?"

"The other turian we arrived with. Where is Tyrannus?"

Before he recieved an answer, he was struck from behind. He felt incredbible pain through his now broken helmet. He stood and turned. He saw the youngest of his attackers wielding a bloody metal box. Something inside of him snapped. He kicked the crate out of his hands, punched him in the stomach, stomped on his leg to force him to one knee, grabbed his head, then snapped his neck. The sound was horrific. Not only did the bone crack, but Triac emitted a stomach-churning gurgle then collapsed.

Matricus swiftly ran from the docking bay and into the elevator. He collapsed against the wall and stared at his hands. Matricus had just broken an oath of incredible significance. The doors opened; Shepard and Tali standing outside the lift. Matricus stood then removed the useless helmet.

"Well... Where is he?" Tali asked.

"Gone... just gone..." Matricus said before walking past them.

After only a few steps, Matricus collapsed. Just before succumbing to darkness he heard something.

"They are coming."

For those who may enjoy my little story, I apologize for not updating often. Remember, your opinions are valuable to beginning writers such as myself. Again, if there are any questions, ask away. Don't be afraid to share your opinion. I will NEVER berate you for what you think.