-Chapter 33-
Written By
David Kenneth Lacey
On the exterior of the comet, the Hydra Noon, Blue Aphrodite and White Block will be seen. The Hydra Noon and Blue Aphrodite then begin to move the comet to head back to the Confederation fleet, while the White Block makes a B-line directly for the planet Schirra in the distance.
White Block
"ZOOOOOM!"
As the White Block goes into the darkness of space, the scene will transition.
"Scene Transition"
Inside of the White Block's medical wing, Perle, Sabrina and Divitiya are being treated for their injuries from the battle before. Perle and Divitiya are seen being treated in one room by Cicienna, while in another room Sabrina is being treated by Ember.
Perle Luisant
...
Divitiya Iran
...
Cicienna Atlas
Hmhmhm...
"WRAPPING"
While not life-threatening, Perle and Divitiya's wounds will still require bandages and medical treatment from Cicienna-who hums gently as she applies the final layer of bandages to Perle's forehead. Divitiya managed to break her arm and has several cuts that are now covered in band-aids, so she has a sling over her shoulder-while Perle gets off with most of her arms and body being covered in bandages as well.
After this is shown, Cicienna then speaks.
Cicienna Atlas
...Alright, Perle and Divitiya. You two are all patched up now. Though, I have to worry about how you constantly seem to get yourself beat up so much nowadays, Perle...
Cicienna says this tenderly, while Perle then quietly responds.
Perle Luisant
It's not intentional, Cici... I just...didn't want to see Sacha sacrifice himself, is all...
Divitiya will then speak up, saying to Perle.
Divitiya Iran
I don't blame you one bit, Perle. This pain we experienced will heal in time and the Tyranny can also be repaired when we get to Schirra as well. But the one thing that cannot ever be replaced...are the lives of the people we both care for...
Perle Luisant
!...Thanks, Divitiya.
Cicienna then says.
Cicienna Atlas
As long as you two don't strain yourselves, you can leave-but I should give you a clear warning, Perle. Your cut from before is still healing and thankfully didn't re-open, but you need to be extra careful from now on.
Perle Luisant
Yes, Cici...
Perle says, as she gets herself up from her bed and sits on the side. Divitiya is also able to follow suit, as Cicienna then cleans up the medical tools she used to treat both girls and then prepares to leave the room. Before opening the door, she looks back at the two and says.
Cicienna Atlas
If you feel anymore discomfort, you can find me with Courtney and her friends in the next room with Ember. We'll do another check up before all of you and Sabrina go to bed, so be prepared.
"doors opening"
With that, Cicienna then leaves the room and steps on out, to which she looks to her right and says.
Cicienna Atlas
Alright, Sacha. They are all yours now. Do your best in there!
President Sacha Luisant
Thanks, Cicienna...
After saying this, Cicienna then walks to the left, as President Sacha then walks into the room and the doors close behind him.
"doors closing'
Now inside, President Sacha will come face-to-face with both Perle and Divitiya, to which he will first attempt to apologize first.
President Sacha Luisant
...Perle...Divitiya...I-
Perle Luisant
!
Without saying a single word, Perle strains herself to stand up and then walks over to where President Sacha is standing. She staggers a little as she goes, but this doesn't seem to bother her, as with her hair over her eyes and once close enough, she then gently reaches out to hold onto President Sacha's arms, as he looks at her slightly confused.
President Sacha Luisant
Perle?! What...are you...?
Perle Luisant
...Do you hate me that much, Sacha...?
President Sacha Luisant
What?!
Perle continues.
Perle Luisant
Back there, when we were fighting that Superior Variant...you and Georges both wanted to kill yourselves...is it really that awful being this close to me...?
President Sacha Luisant
Kuh...
Before President Sacha can reply, he will now see that Perle is struggling to even remain standing. On top of this, Perle is crying, which President Sacha instantly notices.
Perle Luisant
"crying"
President Sacha Luisant
!
As he sees Perle crying, Divitiya will also be shaken up by Sacha's behavior, as she says.
Divitiya Iran
I had my worries that what happened 18 years ago would affect you two like this myself...but to see what you two wanted to do in person...it bothers me greatly, Sacha...
President Sacha Luisant
...
Now realizing even more how his actions have affected both Perle and Divitiya, President Sacha will now start to make amends by gently holding Perle in his arms. He then replies back to her kindly.
President Sacha Luisant
...I don't hate you, Perle...and I'm sorry that it seemed that was the case to you. What I tried doing earlier was a lapse of judgement, as I let that young girl convince me that dying by her hand would relieve me of the guilt that I've kept inside of me all this time.
President Sacha Luisant
I realize now that wouldn't have fixed anything, as it would've just hurt you and Divitiya more...I cannot apologize enough for making you feel this way...
Perle Luisant
!...
Divitiya Iran
!...
Moved by Sacha's kind words, both Perle and Divitiya will look at him in his eyes, as he too is now seen to be crying. He then says.
President Sacha Luisant
"crying"...I want you two to know that from this moment on, I will never try to do anything that will hurt you two like I did today. Your happiness is what I'll work to ensure always remains intact, as I won't do anything to endanger that feeling ever again.
Perle Luisant
!
Divitiya Iran
!
Slightly surprised to hear this, Perle will see that President Sacha is being honest right now. Thus, she then starts to say.
Perle Luisant
Thank you, Sacha...that really means a lot to me...
Perle says, while blushing. It's here where she starts to get a few ideas, as Divitiya then stands up and says.
Divitiya Iran
That's very thoughtful of you to say, Sacha. Though, just being around you is more than enough for me.
Divitiya says this with modesty, while Perle will then butt in, saying.
Perle Luisant
Actually...I'm wondering if you could do a few things with me for the night...
Perle says this in a mischievous tone, to which Sacha then asks.
Divitiya Iran
...?
President Sacha Luisant
Oh, um...sure, Perle. What would you like to do tonight...?
Perle then moves behind Sacha while dragging his arm, to which the door then opens that Cicienna just left from.
"doors opening"
Perle then says.
Perle Luisant
Well, first I want to go to the cafeteria and get some ice cream before bed!
"pulling"
Perle says, while tugging at Sacha's arm. He reluctantly agrees, as he says.
President Sacha Luisant
Oh...sure. I could go for some ice cream, too...
Perle continues, as she keeps tugging at his arm.
Perle Luisant
Oh, and while we are eating, I want you to spoon-feed me, please!
President Sacha Luisant
...Eh?!
Now, Perle starts to jump up and down slightly like a small child. She continues to tug away at Sacha's arm, while Divitiya watches comedically and thinks to herself.
Divitiya Iran
*...Where did those tears go from just a second ago...?*
As Perle continues to talk, she and Sacha then leave the room together. As they do, Perle notices that Divitiya is just watching her, to which her eyes start to dart back and fourth, as she recalls how Divitiya wanted to spend time with Sacha as well.
Perle Luisant
!...!...Oh, and I think Divitiya would like to hold onto your other arm as we go...right?
Divitiya Iran
!
Upon hearing this, Divitiya will jolt, as Sacha then asks.
President Sacha Luisant
...Is that true, Divitiya? Do you also want to be like Perle is right now...?
Divitiya Iran
!...
Divitiya then recalls back to Courtney words, as she says.
-FLASHBACK-
Courtney Knighthood
"Maybe you could try to be more like Perle, Divitiya."
Divitiya Iran
"!..."
-FLASHBACK END-
To which Divitiya then stands up and walks over to Sacha, before grabbing ahold of his other free arm, while saying.
"Grab!"
Divitiya Iran
...Yes, Sacha. I've wanted to do this with you for a very long time...
President Sacha Luisant
!...I see...
Then, Perle says-while continuing to tug away at Sacha. With her tugging, the three start to move away from the open door, as she says.
Perle Luisant
C'mon! C'mon! Let's hurry and get some ice cream together! Bedtime is coming up fast!
President Sacha Luisant
Alright. Alright. Let's go and get some already...
Perle Luisant
Oh, and afterwards, I want you to carry me back to bed! And then tuck me into bed, too! And rub my stiff shoulders while you are at it as well!
President Sacha Luisant
Alright...alright...alright...
They say to each other, as Divitiya rolls her eyes-much like Sabrina does. As they head off down the hall, behind the corner, Bijou is seen with a medical kit in her hands, while leaning against the side of the wall with her back. She then laughs to herself, saying.
Bijou Luisant
...Heheheheh...I guess I was worried over nothing, as dealing with Perle IS Sacha's punishment...
Bijou says, as she walks off in the opposite direction-with a smile on her face. Then, the scene transitions.
"SCENE TRANSITION"
Elsewhere, inside of one of the rooms inside of the White Block, Noah will be seen inside.
Noah Maverick
...
This room will be pitch black, with only the light coming from a small monitor in front of where Noah is sitting to illuminate the room. As Noah sits, he then gets into contact with someone he's all too familiar with.
Rusty Impulse (monitor)
...Ah, there you are, Noah. Sorry about the late response, as the RF just contacted Irena and informed us that they are about to assault Mainland.
Noah shows some surprise to this mention, but then begins his business with Rusty, saying.
Noah Maverick
!...Don't worry about it, Rusty. The Confederation should still be strong enough to repel the RF, even with 9/10ths of our entire fleet now on Grissom. I just hope they don't being the attack as the "comet" arrives, as that wouldn't bode well...
Rusty Impulse (monitor)
Agreed. Though, let's move on to discussing some of the information you have for me, as our time for talking is limited, after all.
Rusty says this in a hurried tone, indicating that he likes to keep these exchanges brief. However, Noah will then say.
Noah Maverick
On the contray, Rusty, it looks as if the Confederation has been onto us talking for a while now. I was going to bring this up the last time we spoke, but I needed to make sure that was the case, before I said anything.
Rusty Impulse (monitor)
Oh? I had my own suspicions that Irena was also fully aware of our interactions, but I too have not been arrested yet...what could their goals be, I wonder...?
Noah Maverick
That should come to light in time, Rusty. For now, I'll send you our planned route, so you can convince Irena to prepare a trap against us...!
"PRESS"
Now, Noah proceeds to send the data to Rusty, to which he then speaks after a short minute.
Rusty Impulse (monitor)
...Alright, I just got it. I'm sure I can convince her to set things up, but I'm worried about the Tyranny ErotiCake and it's power.
Noah then explains.
Noah Maverick
Don't worry-it got heavily damaged in a battle we just had with the Two Daughters earlier. They had a new Superior Variant that wasn't from the RF, we believe.
Rusty Impulse (monitor)
Th-Zelia and Yesenia attacked the White Block?!
Rusty says, surprised to hear this news. Noah then explains.
Noah Maverick
Yeah. We made sure to take them alive, and they are being brought back to Mainland-while that Superior Variant will be studied by Destiny. It has beam weapons that disconnected from it's main body, which is very interesting-though, I hope that thing didn't belong to the Ascension, as we are NOT going to be giving that thing back anytime soon...
Rusty then explains.
Rusty Impulse (monitor)
...Keep it, as I've never heard of a Superior Variant that uses beam weapons that separate from the main unit. Maybe there are some secret projects that go above my rank, but the most important fact is that the two of them are safe. Their mothers are looking to entrust the RF with full control over their military-when both Zelia and Yesenia come of age.
Rusty Impulse (monitor)
Because of that, I believe that Azalea and Media are looking to step down from their positions in the near future, since we have been piecing together some of the truths behind this conflict between the Ascension and Confederation. And thankfully, other Ascensions are also starting to see the big picture here as well, and their voices should lead to a chain reaction-if things go smoothly.
Noah then says.
Noah Maverick
Indeed. This entire situation was instigated by Azalea and Media, whom knew from the very beginning this war was just a ruse to gain more information about Divitiya. But now that they have that information and met with her personally, they can't exactly keep directing the Ascension to keep fighting the Confederation-unless something major occurs that changes their minds.
Rusty Impulse (monitor)
Do you think the revelation of alien life will be that major incident? If so, then I'd wager that everyone would unite under one banner, instead of being separated and fighting against each other like we have been so far.
Noah replies.
Noah Maverick
Yes...and no at the same time. The alien that is being transported back to Mainland is frozen in ice, so in the short-term, the idea that we'd need to band together to fight against something that is long dead isn't logical. Long-term, the possibility of those people out there starting a war with us is probable, but for now, I think we should keep an eye on the Foundations' activities.
Rusty then finishes up, saying.
Rusty Impulse (monitor)
I'll agree with you on all accounts, as their string-pulling is quickly becoming a major thorn. But, because they are so secretive and have the RF backing them up, it's hard to judge exactly what their intentions are at this point.
Noah Maverick
Just keep that in the back of your mind, Rusty. We'll be meeting up with you in person in a couple of days, so we'll exchange more information then.
Rusty Impulse (monitor)
Alright. See you then...!
"END TRANSMISSION"
With that, the contact ends between the two, as the scene then transitions.
"SCENE TRANSITION"
Elsewhere, inside of the hanger of the White Block, the damaged Tyranny ErotiCake is held up on their feet by cables. A team of mechanics are busy repairing it, while next to it, 3 brand new replacement Superior Weapons are seen, as on the ground both Chole and Isaac are seen with the lead mechanic below. The two speak to the woman.
Isaac Carter
...How does the damage look like for the Tyranny ErotiCake?
The lady then replies.
Lead Mechanic
Fortunately, the beam attacks that hit it's back narrowly missed the Tyranny Cannon, so we don't have to worry about fixing that. It's other armaments are also good to go, but the real issue is it's cockpit, as that was hit pretty badly by that attack from the enemy.
Lead Mechanic
We should be able to fix it by the time we get to Schirra, so it's not as bad as what we all thought earlier-which is a very good thing. Though, for the Superior Weapons that Courtney and her friends piloted, we had to scrap them-but we kept the combat data for the spares Heaven had given to us before she left.
She says, as she looks over to the three replacement Superior Weapons nearby. Chole then says.
Chole Madison
That's great news. Courtney's parents were the ones who brought those for them to use and the parts of the Tyranny, so the three of them can help us as we continue heading to Schirra.
Lead Mechanic
Of course. Just tell them that they'd better not get these destroyed when next they sortie, as we won't be seeing anymore replacement parts until after the Confederation fleet arrives by the end of this month. That's nearly three more weeks away, so everyone should be reminded of that.
Chole Madison
I'll be sure to inform them personally before bed. Isaac, let's go and find Sabrina first and tell Perle afterwards.
Isaac Carter
Yes, honey...
With that, both Chole and Isaac leave the Lead Mechanic be, as she returns to directing the rest of her people to continue working on fixing up the Tyranny ErotiCake. She shouts.
Lead Mechanic
Alright, boys! I want those who can work until midnight to get the Tyranny's cockpit cleaned up, and we'll start working on a full repair starting tomorrow morning! Oliver! Help me out with this, please!
Oliver ?
I'm coming, Ma'am!
After that, the scene transitions.
"SCENE TRANSITION"
At the cafeteria, a montage will now show that President Sacha is spending a lot of time with both Perle and Divitiya-from the perspective of Bijou. She will watch carefully how Sacha spoon feed the both of them in a comedic manner, to which Bijou is shown to be sitting by herself nearby at one of the tables.
Bijou Luisant
Hmhmhm...
Bijou hums gently to herself, as she watches Perle and Divitiya both hog her father. He puts up with their antics, as Bijou is close enough to hear what is being said by Perle.
Perle Luisant
Ahhh!
"SPOONFEEDING"
Perle Luisant
Mmph..mmm..mmmm...
Perle says, as she opens her big mouth to eat the ice cream that President Sacha extends to her. She then closes her mouth on the ice cream and eats it, while President Sacha then has another spoon of ice cream prepared for Divitiya.
Divitiya Iran
Uh...ah...
Here, Divitiya will be blushing heaving, indicating that she isn't used to being spoon-fed. The feeling will be more engaging since it's President Sacha that's spoon feeding her, but she will reluctantly open her mouth coyly, to which Sacha then spoon feeds her as well.
"SPOONFEEDING"
Divitiya Iran
aommph...mmm...mm...
Perle then speaks up, saying.
Perle Luisant
Wow, Divitiya! I had no idea you could add a tomato color to ice cream! Aren't you happy that I suggested all of this in the first place?!
"SPOONFEEDING"
Perle Luisant
Ahhh! Mmmph...mm...mmmm...
Perle says, as President Sacha extends another spoon full of ice cream to her mouth. She replies by opening her big mouth and eating the ice cream, to which Divitiya then replies in a reluctant tone.
Divitiya Iran
D...don't make silly jokes about this, Perle...
"SPOONFEEDING"
Divitiya Iran
Ah...mmm...mm...
As President Sacha continues to spoon feed Divitiya, he will just have to bear and grin, as Bijou is watching him VERY CLOSELY from behind, which indicates that he is being VERY SURE to not upset her. Her presence alone guarantees that both Perle and Divitiya can continue acting this way around Sacha, and then time goes on.
"SCENE TRANSITION"
Later, after Perle and Divitiya have had their fill of ice cream, both Perle and Divitiya will now be carried by hand by President Sacha.
Perle Luisant
...
Divitiya Iran
Um...uh...
President Sacha Luisant
...Are you two comfortable enough...?
President Sacha asks, as the three go. Then, Perle will be shown to be ecstatic and cheerful at having President Sacha carry her back to her room-while Divitiya will be more reluctant at having Sacha of all people carry her in his arms. Perle will say with glee in her voice.
Perle Luisant
Oh, yes, Sacha! I never thought you had the strength to carry both of us in your arms! I feel like I'm a princess in a fairy tale!
Perle says, happily, to which Divitiya reluctantly explains.
Divitiya Iran
I remember hearing...that you were a famous boxer back in the DIC, Sacha. Could your strength be from then, maybe...?
Divitiya says this while still blushing from before, to which Sacha explains calmly.
President Sacha Luisant
Of course, Divitiya. I had to train all my life to gain this power that I now have. Carrying both you and Perle for me is like carrying two feathers with my fingers.
As soon as President Sacha explains this, Perle will become stary-eyed, as she asks.
Perle Luisant
Wow! Maybe we could get you to give Sabrina a piggyback ride at the same time, then! What do you say?! Think you could carry all three of us around for training?! Huh?! Huh?!
President Sacha Luisant
Uh, sure...as long as it's for your happiness, I'll do anything you like, Perle...
Perle Luisant
YES! Thankyouthankyouthankyouthankyou!
President Sacha Luisant
Uh huh...yes...you are welcome, Perle...
As soon as Sacha replies with that, Perle then rubs her smiling face against his, which makes Sacha feel slightly uncomfortable. Despite that, he will continue to carry both Perle and Divitiya to their room, while Bijou continues to follow behind from a distance.
Bijou Luisant
"Munch"..mmm...mm..
As Bijou follows behind her father and daughter, she will have a plate of food in her hands, which includes a cheesecake that she eats while walking. She then says in between bites.
Bijou Luisant
Mmm...Perle is doing a great job at punishing Sacha. I'm happy, as I don't have to raise my voice before bed..."munch"...mmm...mm...
She says, as she takes another bite of the cheesecake. Then, the scene transitions.
"SCENE TRANSITION"
After a short while, President Sacha will then deliver both Perle and Divitiya to their room, which is now shown to have six individual beds. At this time, three of the six beds are empty, to which President Sacha then proceeds to put Divitiya into bed first, before doing the same to Perle. As he puts her down, she is still brimming with energy, as he turns around to first tuck Divitiya in bed.
President Sacha Luisant
...Alright, now I'll tuck you into bed first, Divitiya...
Divitiya Iran
Ah...yes. Please, go ahead and do that for me...!
"TUCKING"
President Sacha now shows that he has skills in tucking people into bed. After doing so with Divitiya, he will turn around to Perle in bed, and then tuck her into bed last.
President Sacha Luisant
And then I'll tuck you into bed next, Perle...
Perle Luisant
"SMILING"
"TUCKING"
President Sacha then tucks Perle into bed, while Bijou carefully watches him from the open door.
Bijou Luisant
...!
A moment later, she then moves away, as another group of people show up behind her, as President Sacha then moves away after tucking both girls into bed. Thinking his work is done for the night, he will say as he leaves.
President Sacha Luisant
I hope you two have sweet dreams, Perle and Divitiya...
To which Perle says, in a seductive tone.
Perle Luisant
Thank you, Sacha! Though, before you leave, could I interest you in reading me a bedtime story? Mother always read me books from the erotic section!
President Sacha Luisant
Grk!?
Bijou Luisant
"CHOKE!"
While President Sacha will show surprise to this comment, Bijou will instead nearly choke on her cheesecake. She will manage to swallow it, as Divitiya then steps in to spare President Sacha.
Divitiya Iran
C-c'mon, Perle! I'm sure Sacha is tired enough from everything you put him through already! Let him have some rest, as you already convinced him to take us for breakfast together in the morning.!
President Sacha Luisant
Ah, yes...I'll even show up to carry the both of you to the cafeteria again, so please, look forward to that, Perle...
President Sacha says this in a worried tone, indicating that he is afraid of having to read an erotic story to Perle for bedtime. Thus, she then reluctantly agrees, as she says in a defeated tone.
Perle Luisant
...Ok. I'll go ahead and just go to sleep, then...
President Sacha Luisant
Sleep tight, Perle...
With that, President Sacha then leaves, and as soon as he's gone, that group that was behind Bijou arrives in the doorway. It's Cicienna and Ember, as they have Sabrina, Courtney and her friends in tow behind them.
Cicienna and Ember then say to Perle and Divitiya.
Cicienna Atlas
Ah, good. The two of you are already here.
Ember Atlas
Let's begin that checkup before you get some sleep. Don't worry, we'll be quick...
With that, the two nurses will move in closer to both Perle and Divitiya, as the scene then transitions.
"SCENE TRANSITION"
After a couple of days, the White Block will continue on its trek towards Schirra, which is now seen to be very close by.
"REVEL OF SCHIRRA"
As the White Block continues to travel closer to the planet, it will travel through an asteroid field. As it does, inside, several Superior Weapons will be seen, silently waiting to emerge.
AA Superior Weapons
...
Inside of the deepest part of the White Block, Bijou will be seen inputting a series of codes into a command console.
"PRESS!".."PRESS!".."PRESS!"
Bijou Luisant
...!
After inputting the codes, a machine voice will speak.
Machine Voice
Codes verified. Please stand by...!
"DOOR OPENING"
Bijou Luisant
!
As the door opens, Bijou then goes inside, where it is reveled to be a relatively small room. Inside, a large container sits, which has the words "Neo-SEED" on it, indicating that this is the Neo-SEED.
"REVEL OF NEO-SEED"
As Bijou approaches this container, she then activates a hologram nearby, to which she then gets into contact with SYSTEM-DESTINY. Their conversation is as follows.
"Hologram activating"
SYSTEM-DESTINY Ver. -PROTO NEO- (hologram)
...Alright, Bijou. Go ahead and put that data pad into the command console for Neo-SEED cluster. Once you do, all of the data I've re-assembled for all of our future military projects will be injected into the nanomachines within, which will include everything I learned from studying the Zeidler.
Bijou Luisant
No problem, Destiny...!
With SYSTEM-DESTINY instructing her, Bijou will now move closer to the Neo-SEED cluster, where more of it's structure will be reveled. It's shape will be more akin to a missile, and the inside will show a vast liquid of nanomachines. Some of them form into simple shapes, before splitting apart inside of the container, and then as Bijou comes as close to the command console, she will then be seen.
Bijou Luisant
...! Right here, I suppose...!
Bijou has to look around the command console to then see a small opening for a data pad. Once she sees this, she then puts the data pad inside, and the information begins to update to the nanomachines within the Neo-SEED.
Neo-SEED
"SHIFTING!"
Bijou Luisant
?!
As this noise is heard, it will alert Bijou, to which Destiny will explain via hologram.
SYSTEM-DESTINY Ver. -PROTO NEO- (hologram)
Don't worry too much about that noise, Bijou. It's just the nanomachines within being updated with new information. This process will take a few hours to complete, so you are free to leave.
Bijou Luisant
Alright. I'm sure you are looking forward to this, as once we start getting the Judgements rolled out, you can join all of us in combat.
SYSTEM-DESTINY Ver. -PROTO NEO- (hologram)
Yes...Francoise and the others could've certainly used my help earlier as well, when the RF came at our doorstep...
Bijou Luisant
!...
With that, Bijou then leaves the room, as the scene then transitions.
"SCENE TRANSITION"
As Bijou is seen, she will soon walk out from the main office, where Sabrina, Georges, Sebastion and Cesario are-indicating that she paid them a visit before going to see Perle, Divitiya and Sacha.
Bijou Luisant
...Thanks for the tip, Sebastion. I'll go and check on Perle now.
Sebastion Luisant
See you later, Bijou.
Cesario Luisant
We'll keep an eye on the radar.
Bijou Luisant
...
As Bijou goes, she will arrive at her old room, where as she knocks on the door, she will hear.
"KNOCK!".."KNOCK!"
?
It's open!
Bijou Luisant
!...Excuse me...!
"Door opening"
As Bijou opens the door, she will see that her father is busy braiding the hair of Divitiya. He sits on her old bed, while Perle and Divitiya sit on the floor, as Perle then speaks in a cheery tone.
Perle Luisant
Good morning, mother! I heard that Sacha can braid hair, so I got Divitiya to get her hair done before me!
Divitiya Iran
Mmm...you'll have to wait a little while before he's done with me, Perle. This feels too good, after all...
Divitiya says, blushing as President Sacha continues to twist his fingers around Divitiya's hair. He then says.
President Sacha Luisant
Bijou...would you like for me to braid your hair as well? It's been a very long time since I've done that for you...
Bijou Luisant
!...
Bijou is stunned at first, but she then replies.
Bijou Luisant
Actually, I think I'll take over braiding Divitiya's hair for you, so you can braid Perle's hair-since she's been waiting so patiently, right?
Divitiya Iran
Ah...
Divitiya says, while in a slightly worried tone. Perle then says.
Perle Luisant
Oh, yes! I've been waiting for the 10 minutes already! 10 whole minutes!
Bijou then replies to her screaming daughter, saying.
Bijou Luisant
Alright, Perle! Sheesh...father, could you move over, please?
President Sacha Luisant
Yeah...sorry, Divitiya...
Divitiya Iran
...
With that, President moves aside for Bijou to sit down on her old bed. He holds the braids he was doing for Bijou to hold onto, and then moves his hands to get started on Perle's hair. As Bijou starts, her father speaks to her, saying.
President Sacha Luisant
Divitiya wanted me to give her a Braided Ponytail, Bijou. That's what I was just working on with her, while Perle wants...?
President Sacha leads off with, allowing Perle to jolt at the opportunity, saying.
Perle Luisant
Goddess braids! I want goddess braids, Sacha!
President Sacha Luisant
Alright. That's simple enough...
With that, both President Sacha and Bijou show off their braiding skills. Both are exceptional at braiding and are very fast-but not in a way that is painful or forced. They show skill in what they do, as both Perle and Divitiya sit calmly, as their hairstyles are gradually transformed into different shapes.
"REVEL"
As this occurs, President Sacha starts to notice the cut on Perle's back. While not fully noticeable, he can make out a good portion of the wound behind the bandages, to which he then says.
President Sacha Luisant
...This cut...I've seen this kind of wound before, as I got something similar from a very specific person...
Bijou Luisant
!...
Perle Luisant
!
Divitiya Iran
...
As the three take notice of Sacha's words, he continues.
President Sacha Luisant
You never told me that you got to meet Rhapsody in person, Perle. Since you have something like this, I don't think the meeting was anything other than enjoyable for you...
Perle Luisant
Oh, um...yeah...
Perle now remembers the struggle she had with Rhapsody from before. A brief series of flashbacks to that time breeze through her mind, as Sacha then says.
President Sacha Luisant
I actually have something very similar, in fact...
Perle Luisant
Eh? She cut you too, Sacha?!
President Sacha Luisant
Mmm...
As President Sacha says this, a flashback will begin.
-FLASHBACK-
During this flashback, Sacha will be fighting against Rhapsody, using his boxing gloves. While he has those, Rhapsody will only have the butt end of her wooden sword to deflect both him and his strikes with ease.
At the height of their battle, Rhapsody will deliver to Sacha a small cut on his chest-similar to the one Perle also has, but on her back. The wound will be enough for Rhapsody to defeat Sacha, as he crumbles to the floor and concedes defeat.
-FLASHBACK END-
After President Sacha recalls this, Perle then starts to explain.
Perle Luisant
...It's true that I did get to meet Rhapsody, but the interaction was...scary. I found Destiny laying in a trash heap in Mainland, as she struck me from behind...it was really frightening, and I thought I wasn't going to make it out of there...until she then asked me who my parents were-and that saved my life...
Perle recalls this experience vividly, as Bijou is reminded of this horrible experience her daughter went through. Sacha then says.
President Sacha Luisant
I'm sorry. I shouldn't have asked you to recall something so terrible...
President Sacha says, as he returns to braiding Perle's hair.
"BRAIDING"
Bijou also continues to braid Divitiya's hair, before Sacha then asks.
President Sacha Luisant
...Although...I have to wonder if there could possibly be a way for me to reunite with Rhapsody and apologize to her for you, as I dearly miss her...
Bijou Luisant
!
Perle Luisant
!
Both Perle and Bijou are surprised by this, while Divitiya is more static. President Sacha continues.
President Sacha Luisant
I've been thinking...about finding a way to make peace with the Ascension, as that is the only way Rhapsody would ever agree to return to us. 18 years ago, she showed us that she was very serious at ensuring the Ascension survive-and at the time, I thought she was bluffing...but she wasn't.
President Sacha Luisant
As such...after spending all of this time with you and Divitiya, I think the road to peace with the Ascension could be opened up-but I'll need your help to make it a reality, Perle. Do you think...you could help me...?
Perle Luisant
...
Perle is shocked that President Sacha would ask such a thing-as are both Bijou and Divitiya. Their jaws hang open as Sacha asks this, and while he is genuine about his feelings, Perle will at first think it's a joke.
Perle Luisant
Ah...hehe...you don't even...need to ask something like that, Sacha...
President Sacha Luisant
Perle...?
Perle then looks up to start at President Sacha. She has a big smile on her face, as she says.
Perle Luisant
If I can be of any help to you, Sacha, then we'll figure out a way to bring about peace with the Ascension. I want to see Rhapsody again, as I'm sure mother would smile like she did when she reunited with her brothers the other day...
Bijou Luisant
!...Perle...when did you start to say such mature things...?
Perle Luisant
Hehe...do I surprise you, mother?! I can act mature whenever I want, you know!
Perle says, in a haughty tone, as Divitiya remains silent. Sacha then says.
President Sacha Luisant
Yes...
"ALARMS!"
Everyone
?!
As the alarms blare, outside of the White Block, the asteroids will erupt to show off many AA Superior Weapons. A massive asteroid also erupts to show off the Tenebris Root in it's transformed mode, as Admiral Irena is then reveled.
Captain Irena Requiem
...
Then, the chapter ends.
-CHAPTER END-