Wow, just wow. People are actually reading and enjoying my story?! I did not expect this outcome at all! All the views (almost up to 600 cumulative from this story and "Tales From the Borealis Guild" do check that out after you read this), mean a lot to me that people would wanna take the time to read what I write. So from the bottom of my heart, thank you. I know I'm not the best writer, I make mistakes, but if y'all keep coming back then clearly I'm doing something right. So again, thank you for the support. Now then this is a VERY important chapter as it sets up a lot of stuff. It's so important I rescripted this chapter, three different times with me deciding to split it into 2 parts. So keep that in mind. Now finally, ONWARD!

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Paperwork. Paperwork. Paperwork. It's all I ever do now. Ever since I founded this damned place, I always did the paperwork. Sometimes even I needed a break, though that would have to wait. Someone has been stealing copies of confidential papers, some of which I wrote, then their leaking them.

Security had never been a problem here but I see there is now more issues than I thought. Might as well address this with some of the other Admins sooner rather than later. We can't risk our operation and federation being found.

I reached over across my desk for my badge. Double tapping it to turn on the call signal. The badge was interesting looking, my design obviously, but it was still unique. Makes me miss the early days when he was still around.

I didn't have long to think about that thought. My office doors opened. The two very large wooden doors were made of some of the finest wood in the world. Rich mahogany that's been worked down to a shiny yet natural finish. The door handles were golden, but not made of gold. We didn't have the money for that ironically. Rather it was just painted metal with intricate lines that ran the width of the handles.

"This better be important."

"It is." I replied.

To my surprise. It was my field admin who answered my call. A male sylveon that stood at around average height for his kind. He had some well-kept and very clean bows and ribbons. As well as his uniform, while most mons choose not to wear clothing. I prefer that my admins and higher ups working here do. It shows power and pride. The uniform was red with cold accents around the legs and neck, it was a comfy woolo wool kind of fabric. A luxury here with how scarce that material can be to get your paws or hands on.

He closed and locked the door with a ribbon that spawned from the bow on his neck, walking towards my desk as he did so. If he wasn't one of the more powerful admins I'd call him cute for the way he acts, but that's not a good idea right now…

He hopped up into the chair that sat opposite of my desk from me. Staring at me as he did so.

"Good morning ma'am," he started, "I assume you want a report regarding my assignment in Sector 2213?"

"No. Well, later, but not now. I've called you here because we have someone leaking sensitive documents. I wanted to inform you that they're threatening our security and safety. I also want the status on admin 1-81-51-21-6."

"I was not aware of the thief that is stealing documents, I will see what I can find out in Sector 2023-21. Assuming you are willing to draft up a reassignment for me to inform admin 02-91-51-81-6 that I will be present in that sector. I have a feeling it's someone on the inside and that is a good place to look. As for 1-81-51-21-6 the body has not been recovered or found yet. I think we should call off that search ma'am. The attack was too violent, there's no way she survived. My agents have exhausted everywhere she could have been. It's time to call it off Lady Time."

"I feared you would say that," I stood up and began to pace back and forth behind my desk, this was a scary outcome to me and not what I wanted at all, "Fine. I'll call it off. It's sad to see we have lost another admin. My grievances go to her task force. Although the mission was a success, we've lost too many of our own. So as an executive order, I hereby call off and order the immediate return of all agents in Sectors 2200 to 2500. I'll give a public announcement tonight. As for your reassignment. I'll approve it. I'm going to add to it though. Not only do I want you to gather intel and try and find that thief, but I also want you to locate Gateway 1972-03. It's been lost for quite some time. It's also the closest gateway to my home. So I want it recommissioned. You're going to find it first," I sat back down and locked eyes with him," understood? Also don't call me Lady Time if you want to keep your rank, I'd prefer you use my name or stick to ma'am."

"Understood. As soon as you write up that order I will depart for the sector. Is this all?" He replied.

"Yes. Your dismissed."

He got up and hastily left my office, not saying another word. That's one thing I wasn't in favor of, he took stuff way too seriously.

The order of reassignment was completed and signed by the other admins. Now to send it off and do other things.

I pulled another paper off the stack that was to my right.

Doing my typical quick glance over it I wouldn't have cared much for its contents. This one was different though. It was a death certificate. Not just any, but it was her death certificate. As much as I knew I didn't want to sign this off, I knew I had to. I knew I had to face the fact that she was dead and wasn't going to come back. Ever. She was dead.

I picked up my pen. I had no other choice.

Putting the pen to the paper, I signed it. This signature, my signature, made it official.

I wanted to cry, but I don't cry anymore. Not since he died.

I slid the paper asside, now with my full signiture on it. This made it real now. She is officially dead.

Now to forget. The hardest part.

A knock sounded at my door.

"Who is it?" I asked.

"Me Ma'am, i'm here to inform you that the gathering you requested is ready and your stage is set up. The admins are there and waiting for you."

"Thanks, J. I'll be right out."

I took a deep breath. It has been a while since we last did an entire guild gathering. I was curious to see how this would go. I knew though it would be fine, it always was. Nothing new typically.

I stood up and pushed my chair back, its show time.

Walking through my office doors, I made sure to lock my door behind me, now that we knew someone was stealing, I can't risk it anymore. Then I made my way down the very long and widing hallways of this guild.

Surprisingly, we had one of the largest facilities of all 6 guilds in the league. Well… Maybe not surprising when you factor in what we do and how important it is. The world is oblivious to us, yet, they can't live without us. Ironic. Tis the nature of our work though, too big to risk the public knowing.

Finally. I made it to the lobby where my assistant and secretary was waiting.

"Ma'am. You need to hurry more. The more you make the crowd wait, the more they will want to leave. Now." he handed me the mic, "Get out there."

I took the mic from him. "Yeah yeah… Routine and schedule… what's new."

I walked out the front entry doors to the plaza. The stage was set up and my admins were lined up on both sides of the podium. Awaiting commands.

Stepping up to the podium, I looked over the crowd. High ranking in the front, low in the back. What a social hierarchy I promote.

I gave the signal, and the admin that was to my right rang the guild bell. A loud, very loud bell that was at the top of our main building. It had been there since the beginning.

The crowd went silent and directed their focus to me.

Clearing my throat, I was ready.

"Good evening ladies and gentlemon. I'd like to welcome you all, new recruits who have never been here in a meeting and our veteran members. All are welcomed! And to those of you who had to travel here on such short notice, my apologies. It is important we have everyone here tonight though." A few murmurs from the crowd. "Tonight I am here to announce several new pollices, as well as the passing of some of our own." Looks of confusion as well as talking in the crowd. "Quiet please." They quieted down. " Thank you. Now I'll start off with the passings. Many of you are unaware but up here today, there is an admin missing up here. More specifically, admin 10-81-5121-60. She was one of the founding admins, 2nd only under myself. She is not the only one who is lost though. No. We have also suffered the loss of most of her squadron as well. For those who remain, your efforts will be rewarded. The medal of sacrifice will be given to those who survived the base raid." The crowd cheered a bit. I waited a few moments, "Settle." Queit again. "Thank you. Now. Due to their loss and the gathering of everyone here today, I am hereby terminating all missions in Sector's 2200-2300. If you were on a mission in these sectors, your mission is over." The crowd erupted in protest. I slammed my fist against the podium. "SILENCE!" They very quickly returned to silence. "I know the majority of assignments are currently in those sectors, but it's best we not lose more members. Our efforts have been amazing is stopping Shard thus far, therefore we have time before they can even begin to recover and rebuild. We will be ready for them when they do so, and we WILL win." The crowd cheered once more at the prospect of another crushing victory against our enemy. "Yes yes, you all are excited to keep kickin butt. Lets get back on track though. If your assignment was in those sectors, you are to report to admin 80-10-81-10-91. She will assist you in finding a new specialty mission IF you were previously assigned to one. Lastly, it has been brought to my attention that we have a thief among us. They have been stealing and publishing documents of all classifications publicly. This is a massive security breach and rest assured if you are here now, you will be found. The reward for bringing me this thief is set to 250,000 poke. Quite a desirable amount of money if you ask me. That is all for now. Remember everyone, TIME ENDURES." They all shouted the slogan with me.

I set the mic on the podium and turned around, ready to walk off the stage.

The admins saluted me as I walked past. To which I said, "Take all this down, update the job boards, and open up the cafeteria for dinner meals. I have a meeting to attend to."

They all nodded in unison. After that, I walked off the stage and quickly back to my office.

I walked in, the door was already unlocked by my guest. Upon entering, I shut the door behind me and locked it.

"Good afternoon 02-91-51-81-60-31-70. I have been anticipating your arrival." I glanced at my guest as I walked by. I do apologize for the wait, we had some, rather urgent matters that needed to be addressed."

"Its no trouble to me at all Miss Siota. I enjoy your speeches, and this one was no acception." She paused with a smile, I took the opportunity to sit down at my desk. "Anyways, down to what I came here for. I have read your reassignment order."

"You'll sign off on it yes? The council has already approved it, I just need your signature now."

"With all due respect Miss Siota, I would like to be informed a bit more about the details of this reassignment and how it pertains to my guild."

"Understood. Well what exactly do you want to know?"

"I would like to know where this gateway is that you want reactivated. I brought a map, if you could mark it, that would be much appreciated."

She unrolled the map she had brought and set it onto my desk. It was fairly up to date which was good.

I grabbed my pen and put an X down on a lake near my home.

"Here."

"Now Miss Siota. Are you aware that a few of my more 'eliete' guildsmon have identified two mon that live less then a mile from there, and furthermore, one is o-."

There was a knock at the door.

"One moment, I appear to be needed." I said.

I got up and walked to the door and opened it a small bit.

"May I help you?" I asked, it was my secretary who was there.

"Yes ma'am, there has been a breach internally. Location: Gateway 1972-03. Sector of origin: Sector 2023-09-20. Security personnel have secured the area and locked down the chamber of gateways. The violators arrived unconscious, identified to be two at this moment. I ordered security to put them into the cell blocks. They are currently in cell 17, block 03. Species: Shinx and Sprigatito. One item found, I have it with me."

"Interesting. May I see said item?"

He pulled it out of his bag, it was just as I had assumed.

I took it from him. "I'll lead the interogation. I've been waiting for this day to come."

"As you wish ma'am. I'll inform the cell gaurds that you'll be ariving at once!"

He ran off to do that.

"I'll be back in a bit, make yourself cozy."

My guest nodded.

I was out the door seconds later.

"This is gonna be fun…"

A/N Welp that's a wrap on part one, I split it cause it makes more sense like this. Anyways, i'm off to write part 2! Cya!