Disclaimers: See Chapter 1

Lost Tribes

Part 21

Aries walked into the meeting. He was whistling a tune. Aries had a fantastic few days. The more time he spent with Athena the more he was sure she was meant to be his. His smile lessened as he spotted Commander Adama .He quickly shielded his mind .After all any father have his hide for his thoughts about their daughter. He was determined however to act in an honorable way. Once he was certain Athena felt the same they would be sealed.

Noah sipped his drink. It was refreshing and he was glad to be back on duty. Surely defending the human race was easier then changing nappies.

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"Lord I am beat." Maya exclaimed. She collapsed in a chair. Looking over she saw Dara was just finishing feeding the last baby .How had she ever let Noah talk her into this. She smiled as she looked over at all their new children. She never admits it but she was glad. Tired but glad. Dara set the last little one down sound asleep. Maya walked over and gently closed the door.

"Well they are all finally asleep. I turned on the monitors. Want a cup of Java?"

"Not really but I better. I am falling asleep on my feet. I still have to go over those agro figures."

"I know the feeling. Thor's going to want the rotation as well." Dara replied as she made 2 cups of steaming Java. "I swear they had this meeting on purpose .It a conspiracy I tell you. To gets the Commanders out of Nappy duty."

Maya chuckled trying to muffle it so she not wakes the children." If it is, Roma thought of it. After all its Atraties who's watching their twins."

Roma sipped her drink. It had been truly inspired to have the meeting here. It gave Atraties time to bond with his children. She hoped her friends never learned that it was her idea. She looked over At Eve. She was intent on listening. It seemed that she drafted a certain warrior and his lady to baby-sit.

"Sheba helps? How do we do this?" Apollo cried as he tried unsuccessfully to put boots on Sanchez simply pulled them back off.

"You are asking me? You are the one with parenting experience."

"Yeh, but Boxey was already dressing himself." Apollo exclaimed
Zan tossed a boot. He saw no reason to wear them. The room was warm and he was not going anywhere. In fact he saw no reason to wear anything at all.

Zan wiggled free. He was bored. He ran over to the computron. He quickly pulled up some data.

"Held on young man that not a toy." Apollo demanded.

Zan looked at him like he was crazy and continued his work. He was reviewing the fleets size and needs. Apollo came over certain he has to redo his Fathers work. To his amazement he saw the figures already calculated and Zan was entering new ways to conserve fuel. It was something Apollo had never seen. A naked toddler doing the Commanders reports .He looked over at Sheba. Who was following with Zan's I am not so sure. It looks like he not your average toddler. Come on Zan, You need to get into your jammies. Commander Eve will have my head if you get sick." PJ's? Sheba noted his incredulous look and looked over his shoulder.

"How did he do that?"

"I Zan looked over slightly annoyed. However he reasoned it be quicker to get dressed. He hopped down and wandered over to his big brother. Sheba lol at the expression of exasperation on the boy's face. It reminded her of Apollo or Starbuck when things did not go right it had to be a male thing. "Sheba could you give me a hand?"

She came over and helped Apollo get the boy genius into his PJ's. She smiled thinking soon they be doing this with their own child. Looking at her future husband she realized he was thinking the same thing.

"Look Cassie...I'm sorry I never told you about my experiences on STARBUCK. I uh…" Cassie walked over to her husband and kissed him. For a moment she just held him.

"Starbuck…I am not going to say it easy. It's not. I love you Dillon and our future child. If you want to raise Zan then we will fight for him. I will love him no less than our own children. However if you think he should stay with Adama and Eve that's fine to. I know I already told you this. Now I want you to let it go. We cannot be wavering it would not be fair to anyone. I want what will make you happy."

Starbuck held his wife." I'm sorry , Cassie. I honestly cannot face raising him and our children together. It's selfish I know. I cannot do that to you, myself or our children. Perhaps I could have done it if I never come back...I don't know. The thing is I ... Know he's mine but not mine. I cannot do it. I guess I'll have to settle for being a friend or honorary uncle. Forgive me." Starbuck looked down ashamed that he was terrified to be Zan's father.

"There is nothing to forgive. We all have to do what we think is best." In her deepest heart Cassiopeia was glad. While she meant what she said earlier she had been worried. She knew she have had a hard time raising Zan. Like Starbuck said it was selfish and unworthy but she was only human.
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So we are going to redo that Cylon base ship we have been towing? Why?" Commander Roma asked

"Roma we have a growing population." Noah ignored his friend's chuckles. "We need the room. Even with the new warships we are over populated. Sooner or later unless we reduce the crowding we will again face our peoples desire to colonize. While that's what our mission is Adama, Cain and I all agree we need to be further away from Cylon space. While we took all we could from the cylons base we need more ships. To that end I was wondering if maybe we should purchase them from the Jar togs. While they are not human they are humanoid that means they utilize similar construction and layouts."

"Noah while I agree they are similar ... can they be trusted they deal with pirates and other space trash. Will they not sell us out to the Cylons and their allies?" Zeus questioned.

"Perhaps but I can think of no real alternative. Even Commandant Able purchased ships from them in the past. In addition I'd like to see what going on there. Even if we only get a few ships ...we are better off. I'd like transports and at least 3 more agro-ships .Maya was worried we would have no backups in case of an accident or worse."

Cain listened he had to agree with Zeus worries over possible betray, but he to knew they need more space." What if they did not know who they were selling to?"

"What do you have in mind Cain?" Adama questioned

"What if they thought they were selling to merchants like say...Sire Uri?"

The commanders considered the idea for a moment. It was a good point. If they did not know what they were selling the ships for then they have no reason to consider selling information. The idea to use the Council was good as well. Many members were merchants so they could haggle and create a reasonable cover. If their journey took a long time they need backups. And who knew when they get another chance. Adama nodded his agreement.

Micah read the reports. How had they managed to sustain the growing population? He sighed. The new Agro ships were soon to be delivered. That would ease some of the shortages. He smiled ruefully... To think this is what he had always wanted to rule the world. He must have been insane. He looked out across the land. The Gods had found a fitting punishment after all for his sins. They gave him 2 worlds to rule. However now all he really wanted was to raise his new family. He called Petrous. He begun to genuinely like and respect the man. He promoted him to Commander. It was the very fact that he speaks his mind that made him valuable. He reminded him of Colonel Tigh Adama's constant shadow. He sends the newly promoted Commander to the Jar togs to get those ships. Perhaps he finds out news of the fleet as well. He also was placing an order for 30 new civilian mega transports. If the reports he was reading were correct time was indeed running short.

I'm sorry I brought the cylons to your door step. Pease believe it was not our intention. We aero in route to the colonies when we found that message bacon. We had to investigate. We were sent out to find new worlds for our people and if possible to repel the cylons." Jashua explained
"How do you know of us? And why would you help us?" Asked Xenia skeptical and wary.

"My Father sent out a fleet of ships to find new worlds to colonize. It was attacked by these cylons. My Brother-in - law sent a ship back to warn us. I was sent out to investigate the possibility of these 12 worlds. If they were still there and habitable they might save us. We also knew that the cylons would be in the way. However we are more than happy to destroy them. We feared the worse that all human life would have been destroyed. But we had to try. We hoped if we drove of the cylons your people give us sanctuary. Then we could colonize the Cylon worlds after we defeated them."

"Our people been fighting for a 1000 yearns. If what you say is true then we lost. How do you repose to defeat them where we failed?"

"With your help Commander. If we can raise the Rycon it is a big asset and a nasty shock to those cylons. They think there is only 1 Battle star left and they are chasing it. All their resources are aimed at that end. "

"So you believe they have left their rear unguarded. Reasonable. I like that plan. Help us raise our ship and we will join you. This planet cannot sustain us forever. I am willing to join your fleet and I sure most of our people will to." Xenia said .Anything to get the Rycon up and fighting once more. Besides she wanted to get back and find out if Kronous had survived.

Jashua smiled. "I will order the fleet to help anyway we can. Will you want us to tow you. Do you have any power at all?"

"We are stuck Commander. Firing the engines to get enough thrust would cause lots of damage. However if we are towed by tractor beam. We can help by firing thrusters. Then once in the safety of space we can re-fire the Main engines. Will your ships have enough power to do that?" Xenia asked

The Fire stars turned on the tractor beams. The Battle star Rycon was being refloated.. On the planet people watched in awe. They all realized that soon they be going home. Some were happy others worried. The news of the colonial defeat made many frighten but most were angry. They wanted to rip the Cylon Empire to shreds.

Spectre considered the recent events. He had been trounced by the humans once more. He decides to report this to the imperious leader. Not his lose but the new human threat. After all it was his duty to issue a warning. To that end he ordered the 2 remaining base ships to attack in 12 centars. He would withdraw and they provide the covering action. Neither commander had been pleased but since they were only Gold centurions they were unable to raise objections. All cylons followed orders.

The Great ship rose slowly. The fire stars strained determined to drag this magnificent war machine away from her tomb. As she gained altitude Commander Xenia fired her thrusters to help. Soon they are in space. The small vessels of their fleet were being loaded. They all find a way to follow.
Once space borne they be refitted with new light speed engines. Xenia could not believe Jasua's fleet had its own foundry ships. The new engines would run on solar and Tylium much as the Spartan fleet did. There are over 40 new ships added. The amazing thing was everyone was eager to go. Even long the original inhabitants. It seemed that they were totally caught up in the adventure.

Petrous smiled as he shuttled down. As they flew into the ship yard he spotted over 2 dozen ships. Most looked like they were ready to go. With luck they soon are purchasing a few. Unlike most ship yard this one constantly built ships. They almost always had a surplus. Micah wish would soon be granted. They were ordering over 20 new vessels. He hoped to take a few home with him.

Sire Uri was haggling. Reese stood in the back ground. He was wary but was amazed to see his father having so much fun. It seemed as if Uri had shed 30 kilo and turned 20 yearns younger in the last sectres. He was still in shock on how well the fleet was doing. Truthfully he never expected to still be alive much less thriving.

"What do you mean you do not have agro ship? There are 3 in the docks "An astounded Petrous cried.

"They are sold. We can build more 1 Centon."

Apollo we need to tell your father what happened here. That boys not a normal toddler."

A Tired Apollo agreed. And hugged his future wife. What was his new little brother? Surely he was not human... at least not human like they were. How were they going to protect him from the cruelty of the IFB and the fleet? He was glad Eve was going to be the mother for he felt Sheba shake. She was genuinely afraid of Zan. He just hoped it was not some minion of Count Iblis

Eve headed to Adama's quarters Zan was there under the care of Apollo and Sheba. She just wished those 2 get sealed because she knew until they did Adama wanted to wait.

"Commander Eve. Ma'am I think we might have a problem." Apollo began

Eve was instantly concerned she hoped the baby was not ill.

"Look Siress Alana the Baby in my rooms fast asleep. He has no need to be moved at this centon. He is fine. Dr.Salik given him a full health check. I intend to keep the boy and raise him." At the siress's shocked expression Adama smiled. "My lady Eve has taken to the child. I see no reason why my request cannot be honored?"

"Commander Adama this is highly irregular. We have procedures and presidents for handling our orphans." Adama brow rose clearly annoyed with the way the conversation was heading.

"Siress you have no jurisdiction here. I mean no disrespect but this child not from our fleet or our sister fleet."

"Commander that just it we do not know who this child is? Is he even human? We must have him in a secure location. At least until we determine his parentage."

Adama knew he could settle this by reveling that the boy was indeed Starbucks son. But how could he explain that the child also carried his and Eve's DNA.

"You are correct Siress." She smiled seeing he was going along with her plans. "Zan needs to be in a secure place. A place with proper medical facilities. And security. Therefore he will remain here on the GALACTICA. Now if you will excuse me it's been a long cycle."

The Siress stuttered and protested but found herself being escorted by 2 warriors to the bay. Adama had clearly out maneuvered her.

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Lucifer could not believe the reports. They had stumbled onto 2 planets full of humans. The news was also encouraging when he learned they did not appear to know about the empire. If he could wipe out these posts... Then The Imperious Leader might overlook the recent reversal they had suffered.
He consulted his fellow ILs.

Titan slipped back into the sewers. It was by far the safest way to travel. He ignored the stench and headed for his home. The underground bunker had been built in the days of the colonial wars. When Human fought human. His family had once been servants to the House of Sagan. They knew all their secrets and these hideouts were the best kept. He slipped inside and walked over to his wife. She looked at him with relief.

"I was able to check. The field's fine. The cylons think it's just weeds growing. I wiped out a small patrol. I retrieved several weapon and chargers. I brought this for you and the baby. It's not much but it's all that was ripe."

Anna smiled. She was very hungry. They all were. But the gift would need to go into the community pot. It would flavor the broth anyway. She walked

over and hugged her husband. He was working so hard to keep them all safe.

"Alright it will taste best in a soup I think. Tell the other dinner will be ready in a centon." Titan nodded and went into the inner chambers. There several people were examining the weapons and stores he found.

"Do you think we should harvest early? The cylons are patrolling closer. Perhaps we should move?" Darrin suggested.

Titan looked at Darrin the middle aged farmer had been a god sends. However the man was always more willing to flee then fight.


"No we have time yet. A day is all we need. It if we harvest to soon it will not be ripe enough to eat. You told me that yourself. I did find a field with high grasses growing and herbs. Medicinal ones and others. It outside that Cooler Estate. They had massive gardens. No cylons either. I did not explore it much as I ran into that patrol. But I think they might have food growing wild. I seem to recall the Siress was into the traditional Caprican fare."

"How'd you know that?" Questioned Nada.

"It was on IBC just before the celebrations. Hey, I was bored you know. Besides I always like to see what's up with the other families."

Noah entered his quarters. All was quiet and dark. He slipped into the babies' nursery and smiled. They were all sleeping in the arms of Morpheus for once.

He slipped out and headed for the kitchen. He quickly prepared the formula for all five children. Since there were so many they been put on addition formula to keep them healthy. He was surprised to see that there was none ready.

Oh well. Once finished he slipped into his room. There on the bed his wives were sound asleep. He grinned thinking they be embraced at this fact.Contrary to what may believe he never slept with both wives at the same time. That would have been too distracting not to mention disrespectful to each of them. He pulled a cover from the closet and covered Maya. Kissing her forehead gently. Then he repeated the process with Dara only removing the papers from her hands. He slipped off their shoes and slipped out of the room. It looked like he had baby duty tonight. He called the bridge and gave orders not to be disturbed unless it was an emergency. He undressed and went to bed in Maya's room as it was closer to the children.

"Thank you for telling me Apollo. But I already knew. I am sorry he frightened you Sheba. Zan a child not the incarnation of the demon Iblis. He is my son and Adama's a new little brother for you Apollo. The first of several if I can convince Adama."

"Congratulations Commander." Sheba said. She was uneasy but willing to withhold judgment. After all he was just a little boy.

"This is Sara from the IFB. It seems that the ruling house are having a mini baby boom. Here to discuss this strange occurrence is Dr Rashon, Dr. RoAnn and Councilor Geller, Councilor Alana. What implication does this have on the fleet? For our leadership and population controls. Dr. Rashon can you shed some light on the subject?"

"Thank you for inviting me Sara. I find this situation highly worrisome. The ruling families have collectively added over 7 children to our fleet and claimed another. I find this trend highly irresponsible and disturbing to say the least. We are under strict controls for rationing and yet they breed with little care or concern. Councilor is it not true we are on strict controls."Councilor Geller said.

"Yes. I Too am concerned. I find it reprehensible that they set such a poor example."

"I afraid I must agree with my college here. It is highly in appropriate for Adama to refuse to allow child welfare a voice in the dispensation of the infant they found. Siress Alana added

RoAnn did a slow burn she counted to 10 and then 20 before beginning."I am amazed that you people are even discussing this. I am as a member of said families highly offended."

"Young lady we have had strict population controls in effect since the destruction. Yet the ruling families are flaunting the very measures they asked be put into effect. We will all have less food and water because of these developments." The councilor stated .

"With respect Sire. We were not in your destruction, we did not ask for you to limit your population. We not had taken from your food or water supply. In fact we added to both. Our agro ships now help feed your population as well as our own. We helped refit and redesign the Cylon tankers to carry fresh water. My mother and Stepmother were both with child long before we found your rag tag fleet. What were they supposed to do then? Eliminate their unborn children to satisfy your ideals? ON our world that a crime unless it done to save the mother's life. I am a Doctor and even I was shocked at the multiple births. We assume it was a blessing. I am amazed that life could disturb you so much. Children are a gift. Dara deserves the right to have that as did my mother. They both more than earned the right. How dare you sanctimonious fools complain? Both have risked their lives to save this so called fleet. Now on to the newly found child. Dr. Rashon where are the best medical facilities in the fleet?"

"On the Battle stars or other warships."

"Yes everyone with a brain knows this. So of course the child is on the Galactica. If Commander Adama and Commander Eve want the boy you have no right to interfere." Raising her hand to silence their objections." Adama has been to kind and lien with you people. I shocked at it and that disturbing. The man has given his life in service to the Colonial race and all you do is complain. His Youngest son died in an attempt to warn the colonies of the Cylon treachery. The same treachery he warned you about. Yet your council failed to listen. So you got your backsides handed to you. Now when he has a chance to have another child you begrudge him? Absolutely unbelievable. As a Seal holder he does not have to ask. Yet he did out of respect. SO councilors grant his request. I personally like to leave the lot of you on the first habitable planet we pass. But for some reason Adama thinks you are worth saving." RoAnn rose and stormed out to a cheering audience.

The trio grimaced their attempt to gain support in the fleet had backfired badly.

RoAnn was shaking badly by the time she left the studio. She been ambushed and her family was under attack. Why what had any of them done to deserve such poor treatment from members of the flee?. As she fled she stumbled and fell. Her bad leg twisted and she heard a nasty snap. Ahhh." She cried out. She was unable to stand and called out for help. The passageway was deserted for the moment and she lost consciousness due to the pain.

RoAnn had left the studio in a panic and rage. She ran down a little used service corridor. Her fall had sent her stumbling down a small set of stairs out of sight. Her now unconscious body fell into a coma and shocked state. Her Cry went out through the Rising Star.

Thor landed with the shuttle. He had come over to speak to RoAnn away from his Mother, Father and Dara. He really needed to know when Dara could return to duty. It was highly embarrassing but he never faced this issue before. Most of his squadron were either Male, Single or childless by choice. He looked up thinking to enjoy his sister's interview. He was so proud of her. She hated speaking in the public and any of the necessary duties they had to face as a family. He remembered she always tried to sneak away. Today however she was facing her fears and talking to both fleets. The issue was supposed to be multiple births and why they occurred so often in their populations. What he saw chilled him to the bone. RoAnn was going to be a mess.

Thor existed the shuttle with a look of pure rage on his face. They had torn into RoAnn and his family. She has to be devastated. She hated public ceremonies and interviews because she always felt uneasy about her leg. As often as the family tried to reassure her it was still a problem. Several council severities noticed the enraged Warrior. They followed at what they believed was a discreet distance.

He growled annoyed but forced himself to relax and remember Council Security could not manage to arrest octogenarians much less a fully trained and more importantly fully armed Spartan Warrior.
It was then that Rorke's came walking up.

"Hey. What brings you here my friend?"

"Romance. Specifically romancing your sister into setting a Sealing Date." He winked. Thor smiled and fought back his laughter.

"Well I have a feeling she not going to be in the mood today."

"She ,should be I got us a suite and dinner for two by candle light."

"I take it you have been too busy to see her interview?"

"Yes Why? We were going to watch the rebroadcast tonight." Rorke's explained.

"Well take a look at the highlights."Thor said motioning to the screen. Rorke's looked up and saw the interview. He was instantly as angry as his friend. More so when he realized RoAnn ran out.

"Fraggin reporter and council. Any idea where she go?"

"No... OML RoAnn ." Thor screamed. He heard her cry out. He quickly looked around the room. The room fell deadly quiet as the security officers moved in. Rorke saw his worried face and began scanning for his mate. He drew a blank and that scared him he been unable to reach her mind at all.

Council Security began to move in. They had been expecting a problem with these two warriors. The men ignored them as they focused each in

his own way trying to find RoAnn. Rorke looked very worried. He never not been able to find his love if he really tried. It was one of the things that had initially frightened him. He pulled at Thor and headed for IFB studios.
"Come on we have got to find her fast. Something is wrong."

"Halt in the name of the council. You are under arrest for disturbing the peace."

Reese had been drinking and playing pyramid when he heard the commotion. He headed over to see what was going on. He heard Thor Cry out and saw the worry on the warriors faces." What is going on here?"

"Hey Reese the leader called. Just council business these guys are disturbing the peace."

Reese looked over and noticed neither man was drunk. They did however seem extremely worried. He had seen the broadcast and figured it had to do with that. It was also clear they were not in a mood to play with the Council security." So what is wrong he asked?" Something the council security never thought to ask.

"RoAnn's missing." Thor said. Grateful for his former rivals concern.

"Jerkins I know I am no longer CS but, I think this is more serious than a 156 offence. You all should be helping the Commander's Son." Reese's knew that Jerkins was ever the opportunist. He even made Reese look like a boy scout at times. Jerkins paused for a moment. He always hated Reese but the man had a point. Besides no sense making Reese angry.

"Sure. I guess we misunderstood. How can I assist?"

Sire Uri listened as the alien tried to raise the aged on price. It seemed that they suddenly had more buyers and the shipyard was attempting to exploit the situation. " We agreed on a price. I explained that I was only in the Quadrant for another secton. Now if you cannot deliver say so and I will take my Auric elsewhere. I am in no mood to bicker over the price. Decide or I am leaving. If as you say the others are regulars they will understand. They are close enough to return in a few sectons. In a few sectons I plan to be several million parsecs from here. I used to run a shipyard before took up my present occupation. So I know that my offer was at least 25 above the going price." He waited and looked over at a grinning Petrous. The man was obviously enjoying his tearing into the Dock hand.

Petrous heard the man a smiled. He was glad that the shipyard was not going to gouge them. He knew he could match the price but like the stranger he had no interest in overpaying.

"I cannot sense her Thor. This is not good. I can always find her. "Rorke's said almost panicked. He began to run toward the studio his worry growing. Thor followed equally concerned he looked back at Reese." Reese could you get security to begin a search. I have a feeling we have a real problem."

"Sure thing Thor. You lot get a move on. We got to find Dr. RoAnn." He took charge not caring whose toes he stepped on. Like his father he believed in taking advantage of second chances. The arrival of the Spartan fleet had given him that. Besides he liked RoAnn. If she not been with Rorke's... Oh well he'd help find her anyway.

The CS spread out. They were too used to following Reese to do otherwise. Jerkins fumed silently but followed the order. He silently vowed to get even latter.

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Petrous walked over to Sire Uri. He offered his arm." Greetings friend. I must apologize if my arrival upset your purchase."

"That's quite alright. I'm sure you did not plan for that. Come let us talk. The owner can decide what he wishes to do. I believe I spotted a cafe over there."

Petrous nodded and followed Sire Uri. He was curious about the stranger. He was wondering if he was from the other human fleet. If so then he is able to tell him what had happened in the battle. Petrous still felt guilty for leaving even if he had been ordered to go.

Micah read the reports. So far they been able to get keep production steady on both warships and transports. He was worried that they not have enough to take everyone. He wondered how the ancients had dealt with such a harsh dilemma. He went to the chapel and knelt in prayer. It felt odd. But for the sake of his new people he seeks divine guidance. Lord knew he needed it. He first prayed that evil stay away and that he is shown a way to save everyone. Somehow he knew he had to try. It was the only way to atone for his evil in the past. He been debating whether to follow the colonial fleet or return to the Colonies. Either solution was a risk for him. Ironic really. Micah/Baltar the traitor of the human race now needing a safe haven for their cousins. No one would believe how hard he was working now to save the race he betrayed. The Colonies seemed like the be solution. But how strong were the cylons. What was left? He prayed for the answers.

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Jashua walked along side Xenia. They come to an agreement about their joint fleet. They take the fleet back to the colonies. While it had always been Jashua's intention to do just that he now had the precise location of the 12 Colonies of man. They managed to raise the battle star Rycon and repairs were going on around the clock. The ship was really in good condition considering how long she been stuck on the ground. It would still take a few sectons to complete the repairs however. During that time the 2 commanders studied each other strengths and weaknesses. The next time they ran into the cylons they were determined to be ready. The upgrades to the transports were almost complete. Their new engines would allow them to travel into deep space and maneuver much better. Jashua had his fire stars distribute spare cannons and laser turrets. While they could not make the ships totally military the weapons would at least give them some defense. Their bays were too small to hold many vipers and there were not many to spare in any case so the jaguar squadrons were split up into the smaller ships. This fleet would not be like the rag tag one they heard of. Every spare inch was stuffed with food, water or seedlings. Xenia was determined to reclaim their homeland. She did not remember Caprica but it is a jewel again if she had her way.

The search teams had found no sign of RoAnn. Reese was beginning to think something serious had happened. He went looking for the warriors. He also contacted the Galactica. He asks them to do a fleet wide search. While he said nothing to either Thor or Rorke's he began to fear someone had kidnapped Commander Noah's daughter.

"Father we have a message from Reese." Athena said "Adama looked over concerned.

"Put it on my viewer Athena. Athena immediately transferred the communication to the command council."Commander Adama we may have a problem sir. RoAnn missing. We been looking for the last centar since the interview on IFB. Sir neither Thor or Rorke can sense her here."

"Thank you for informing me Reese I will send a squad of warriors to help in the search. And Reese I'll contact the Commander Noah go ahead and continue searching."

"Yes Sir Commander. Has my Father returned yet?"

"Not yet. However we do not expect him for 24 more centars at least." Adama said Reese nodded and returned to the search.

" Athena I want you to head for the Rising Star. Take Brie, Hunter and Detria with you. Help Reese in the search." Athena was surprised at the assignment but immediately signaled crewmen to take her position. She was smiling happily as she headed to carry out her father's orders. She wondered why Apollo had not gotten the assignment.

Adama watched Athena head off. His daughter would be amazed at his thoughts. He had been seriously considering Athena desire to play a more active role. He had come to realize he been leaning rather heavily on Apollo ,Starbuck and Even Boomer. However what he needed now was efficiency and a lower profile. While many knew Athena was his daughter few consider her presence as more than a warrior taking leave. She and the ladies of Red Squadron would be able to search without rising panic on the Ship. He turned and prepared to contact Noah.

RoAnn was starting to go into to a coma. Her vitals were dropping.

Maya rose and walked into check on the children. All five were still sounding asleep. She had awoken to find herself and Dara covered up and partly undressed. Noah had been back. She found him sound asleep but the babies were all feed dry and comfortable. Upon checking the kitchen she found bottles prepared and ready to go. Her husband was a wonder. The com chimed and she paled as Adama explained the problem. "Thank you Adama. I will wake Noah at once. I am sending Sammy and Seth to help. Trust me they be angry of we did not include them. I am on my way over as well. I'm sure we can find her quickly with your crews help." She turned to see a pale Noah and Dara. They both heard the news.

Adama was worried. If RoAnn was not found soon he has to issue a fleet wide alert. That was bound to create all kinds of tension. He did not know his niece well but this disappearance seemed totally out of character. He headed to his quarters to discuss the issue with Eve before she flew home. He was a bit upset at her leaving but knew she had her own duties to attend to. She was however leaving Zan on board the Galactica. She still had to prepare a nursery in her quarters. Adama smiled thinking she probably but out the fleets baby stores if Maya and Dara had not beaten her to it.

Athena team landed on the Rising Star. Each member was aware that they been Commander Adama's first choice. They were surprised but filled with pride. Athena quickly divided them into teams and they began to search. Reese spotted them and told them where they had already been. Athena smiled and thanked the man. By now even the most self absorbed members of the Rising Star noticed the arrival of more warriors and security. The inevitable happened someone tipped off the IFB.

Maya went to wake Noah. She was concerned about the situation. It was not like RoAnn r to simply disappear. Noah awoke with a start and was worried by what his wife explained.

Zeus watched as the tanker pulled up alongside the Natulaus. The Natalus was a light that was guarding his flank. It was a bit unnerving to see a Cylon vessel fueling on of the Spartan fleets finest. The ship really did not need the fuel because of the solar generators. However it had been decided at the meeting to distribute fuel so if new sources were found the tankers could fill up immediately. Behind the Nautilus was the AGROSHIP 4. That ship held livestock from Amazonia. He recalled some of the more unusual species. Small pigs and rodents. It also held an Aquarium filled with over 100 species of fish and mammals. That ship had become a major attraction. People from both fleets were wanting to go there to be entertained. The Captain had complained that he felt like he was running a circus. He however did not have the heart to turn away the children of the fleet. After all many never seen real animals much less fish before. Zeus decided to take his wife on a tour and for dinner at the restaurant as soon as he got a cycle off.

Athena and Hunter turned down a hallway. It was not very well late and seemed to be used little. However the warriors went down it anyway. Athena spotted a leg sticking out. "Hunter I think I found her." She ran to her side taking the steps two at a time. She knelt down and felt for a pulse. The beat was weak and RoAnn breathing was shallow. Athena whipped off her flight Jacket and covered her. "Hunter goes call for a medic. Get Reese to get a shuttle. We need to get her to the Galactica. It's the closest ship. "

"I'm on it Athena. I'll put a call into the life center and let the Commander know we found her." Athena nodded. She hoped they hurry RoAnn looked way to pale. She did not move her for fear of causing further injury. Looking her over however it was clear that she had a broken leg at least.
Hunter raced back down the corridor. She slipped out and ran into Reese." Opps . Sorry Reese. I need your help. We found RoAnn. She needs a medic quick."

"You get help. I'll go. I'm a certified med tech level 1. Contact the Galactica life center."

"Will do Reese. She in corridors E 4 with Athena. We did not move her for fear we hurt her some."


RoAnn was still out cold when Seth and Sammy arrived. They meet the medical team and followed them to their sister. Reese was checking her out and had gently rolled her over. He carefully moved her to relieve the pressure on her broken leg. "Ok men on three." He said as they gently rolled RoAnn onto a stretcher. The group hurried toward the shuttle bay only to run into the IFB with cameras rolling and camera's flashing.

Boxey was delighted with his new little cousin. He was so glad there was someone else to play with. He and Dillon were happy to show her how to use her new daggit.

Apollo slapped Zac on the shoulder and aughedl at his niece's antics.
"Congratulations you 2. I so happy you found each other again. "

Zac smiled as he held Taila close. His wife was slowly opening up. The dinner had been Sheba's idea. She so wanted to meet her future Sister in law.

"Taila I'm so glad you and Zac found each other again. His being happy makes Apollo feel more alive. He so grieved when he believe Zac been killed. Now with Zac back and happy I finally feel confident we can make it as a couple. We are getting sealed soon. The only real problem is where. Apollo wants to be sealed on the Galactica but I like the Pegasus. It a hard choice."

TBC...

EDIT Tuesday, October 21, 2008