"Ok Haro, begin recording. Its November 16 After Disaster Stella 122. Currently it's another day laying inside this stupid med-pod. For crying out loud I don't even know if it is November and everything feels like it's only been couple of days since I came here. But that's not important for now, my arm has finally healed and it appears that my insides had returned to their proper position. I can now walk and smoothly move around the hospital wing wearing only boxers. Secelia visits me and brings me food and gave me a Haro so I won't be lonely. Miorine is probably busy with starting the company and Suletta probably helps her. If only somehow I could get out of here way earlier. Today the doctor will come to check on me, and somehow try persuading him to let me out early. My dad called, and wasn't too keen on the idea of keeping the limiters off Barbatos but he calmed down when I said I have all the limbs back. We talked about how the Gabriel was designed specifically to smash Barbatos down and how perhaps to rebuild Barbatos into a new form. He did say something about his co-worker that could help with the overhaul. But that's only when Barbatos will be damaged so bad that It won't be repairable by either Nika or TSC crew around here. I am excited about it, maybe somehow the "limiters-off" mode will be able to be harvested" -Akatsuki Augus's private journal, Ad Stella 122
MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM: DEMON INCARNATE
CHAPTER 10: THEIR CHOICE
"Um Miorine? Why are we putting this sign in front of the Earth House?"-Suletta asked as Miorine finished her "masterpiece" covered entirely by paint while Suletta stood behind her
"Because this is where our company's HQ will be, besides Damon and Miru are already part of the Earth House and are supposed to help us. So it will be like killing two birds with one stone"-Miorine said as they walked inside the Earth House
"Speaking of Suki, shouldn't we come to visit him?"-Suletta asked as Miorine nodded
"Fine, we will come and visit him after we will get done with it all. I wonder if his arm had already healed?"-Miorine asked as Suletta sighed
"Probably, it's been a week since that duel. And he lays inside that Med-Pod while you did, something"-Suletta said as Miorine turned towards her
"I spent numerous hours and unslept nights to form up a start-up plan for GUND-ARM Inc.. Akatsuki should be lucky that he isn't here and working his ass off to help us"-Miorine said as Suletta nodded
"I understand, but dedicating 25 minutes or so of your time wouldn't be something that would ruin your plans"-Suletta said as Miorine glared at her before sighing
"Fine, I should visit him. I do kinda owe it to him"-Miorine said as she blushed remembering the "gift" she gave him a week ago. As they walked further they heard voices of Earth House students talking about Miorine's endeavour
"Let her do what she wants, I have nothing to do with it"-Chuchu said sitting on her beanbag as Miru who sat in front of her frowned
"Never say never Chuchu. Me and Damon are supposed to help with it. Besides Miorine can say it herself, right Katma?"-Miru asked turning towards Katma who was looking at something on Nika's notepad
"Yeah, I think"-Katma said as in the back of her head formed a question. One would be if helping to form a new company would strain her relationship with the Fraternity, but that question was answered by something that formed a blush on her face "That could get you closer to Akatsuki, who knows. Maybe you could relieve your best day?"-a little voice said as Katma kept it in close before her saviour appeared
"You're both right"-Miorine said making herself and Suletta known in the Earth House
"Miss Miorine!"-Nika exclaimed as everyone turned towards the two girls covered in paint
"Why did you bring the princess here? It's been a week since Akatsuki landed in the hospital"-Chuchu said as Nika shot a glance towards Barbatos. Ever since when Barbatos was brought back to the Earth House she gave her 100% to get it back online. She made her best with other students. And they managed to fix around 70% of the damage, they couldn't recover the V-fin or repaint it so the battle-hardened Mobile Suit had to carry its scars
"This will be the headquarters of my company. You also will be a part of GUND-ARM Inc.. No need to thank me, that's all"-Miorine announced as various "Ehs?!" echoed throughout the common room aside from Miru, Damon and Katma
"There is also a lot of work before the company can launch"-Miorine added completely non-phased by the Earth House's reactions
"Don't act like we agreed on anything! And why would be-"-Ojelo was cut off by a paint spray gun pointing at his face
"You will all get pay-checks. Anymore questions? I can't hear anything"-Miorine asked turning around
"Im sorry! Im sorry! Im sorry! Please forgive her!"-Suletta added trying to calm down any non-existent anger that was only replaced by confusement
"What you will be doing with those Gundams anyways?"-Aliya asked as Miorine turned towards her
"That's, what I want to find out. But first, I need help from someone"
"And that concludes our report from the Ganimedes Technology Enterprises's M/J 124 programme announcement . Coming onto one of our most popular sports, Mobile Suit combat. Who would've thought that a duel between two schoolboys would attract more viewers than last three Endurance Events on Titan and other tournaments that were happening around the time between the two Grand Prix's. Of course im talking about our own Demon Incarnate, Akatsuki Augus in a form of a "formal duel between students" fought a rematch with Europa Corporation's Eneo Stellaris piloting their new Gundam-type machine. And it didn't do fairly well considering that according to medical leaks he screamed and broke his arm. But it's not Europa's machine called "Gundam Gabriel" that caught our attention. The final few minutes in which the Barbatos AA got sudden boost in performance. According to our experts and history footage the red eyes and the red exhaust fumes could possibly mean one thing. That to win Akatsuki Augus removed the inner limiters. Right now he currently resides in Asticassia's hospital facilities so there is little to no chance we will be able to ask him. The most popular theory is that due to lack of R Barbatos fell behind and he needed to take extreme counter measures to keep fighting on the same level. Perhaps it's time to change the suit. Or-"
"Ok Haro turned it off"-Akatsuki said taking his head out of the Med-Pod as Haro complied turning off the radio 'Damn them, that's what I get for transmissions out of the inner rim'-Akatsuki thought putting back on his oxygen mask and returned back to his laying position. And immediate boredom struck him. Though the last few days he listened to all the music he had installed on board Barbatos and spent hours listening to sports media shitting on him. So he decided to get out of the Med-Pod and work out for a bit. And so he did, push-ups, sit-ups and squats, while his arm had been broken his legs were kept intact. Even though the doctor forbid him from putting himself in such strain. But for someone as hyperactive and hot-blooded as Akatsuki simply not doing anything seemed like a task that would be impossible. And so he enjoyed himself until someone walked into the medical wing. And as Akatsuki turned around he saw the doctor. Who stared at him with awe
"Akatsuki, I've told you not to strain yourself"-the doctor said as Akatsuki frowned
"Come on Doc! Look at me! Im fully healed! Im sure you can write me off early"-Akatsuki said as the doctor sighed
"We'll see, let's begin"-The doctor said as Akatsuki nodded and complied to what he said. For the next few minutes Akatsuki endured a series of checks to see how did his recovery went. And the doctor was surprised by how well it went. He did say that it would take two weeks max for Akatsuki to return back to 100% capacity, and so after the last test Akatsuki was surprised by the door opening to reveal Miorine and Suletta
"Hello Doctor , how is he?"-Miorine asked as the Doctor
"Good, great even! He made a stunning recovery faster than supposed to. I think I'll be able to write him off today. Just put on your clothes and fill out your documents"-the doctor said as Akatsuki let out a silent yes
"So, how is the whole company thing going?"-Akatsuki asked putting on his jacket to top of his uniform. Miorine only sighed as Suletta who was currently holding Haro wasn't too much surprise considering she got the same lecture
"While you were laying inside that Med-Pod with that ball serving as your only company I had form an intricate 15-step company launch plan to get that whole endeavour going. And I already hired staff"-Miorine said as the trio walked down towards the door.
"But Miorine, the Earth House still hasn't agreed yet and-"-Suletta was cut off by a birthday trumpet being blown into their faces. The trio turned around to see Secelia holding a box
"Happy recovery Marsboy! And since I love spoiling you, I decided to give you this"-Secelia said as Miorine raised her eyebrow knowing from her lessons how Secelia could act and to what places she could go to get her laugh
"Is this another elaborate scheme? Right now we have better things to do"-Miorine said as Secelia chuckled
"Wow would you look at that! After I helped your fiancé with school, guided him throughout the rules, took him on a test run to see if he is good boyfriend material. Got you parts for your other fiancé's flight unit and lent a whole medical wing to him saving his life, and I still haven't heard a "thank you Secelia"? You buried your pride once, why not do it again? And it's only a cake"-Secelia teased as Miorine almost threw her fists at her before turning around to see Suletta holding Haro who only gave her a "don't do it" expression before turning to Akatsuki nodding in agreement to what Suletta showed her. After a series of grunts and silent slurs Miorine let out a giant sigh
"Fine, thank you Secelia"-Miorine said though her grinding teeth as Secelia chuckled
"No problem Princess! Good luck with the company"-Secelia said walking away as the trio shared a look before the two girls looked towards their future who only unfolded his arms in complete lack of understanding
"GODDAMN THAT SPACIAN BITCH!"-Chuchu exclaimed hitting the giant diamond cutter onto a metal bar
"Chuchu, we're in a middle of a task"-Nika said over the comms as Chuchu's anger continued to grow
"Are you not angry Nika!? We're supposed to dance how she plays?!"-Chuchu asked not bothering the diamond cutter that was still turned on
"If that means allows me to keep working on Aerial and Barbatos, not to mention the Kuiper and the Aiolos. And if the company successfully lifts off, we will show that Earthians and Outer Rim Spacians can do as well as Inner Rim Spacians"-Nika explained as Chuchu still remained angry
"I don't want to be a slave for some Spacian skank!"-Chuchu exclaimed cutting though the bar
"And you broke it"-Nuno said in a tired voice as three more Demis looked onto the scene
"you have nothing against it Nuno?!"-Chuchu asked as Nuno sighed
"Well, the labour market isn't too keen for Earthians. It could be something to be written in the CV for the future. Right now we have a task that you blew, perhaps this is time to switch?
"THIS IS BORING!"-Damon exclaimed hitting the steering yokes of his Demi in frustration. And inspired by Akatsuki with different helmet with Asticassia's pilot suit he also wore a custom helmet. He wore a white helmet with surges of red paint casted onto it with the Turbines Emblem residing on the right side with his blood type on the left
"Damon, this is school. Were you expecting that we would be doing nothing but duel?"-Miru said while sighing in her cockpit. She wore a similar helmet to her brother but instead of red she had purple surges and her own blood type. Damon only continued to be angry
"I get it, but still! Akatsuki constantly gets involved in duels and we brought Aiolos for a reason!"-Damon said as Miru nodded
"Maybe, but it's still school and we need to learn all that stuff. What do you think Katma?"-Miru asked as meanwhile Katma who also wore her own helmet. But if anyone would ask her if she was inspired by Akatsuki she would probably blush. She wore her trademark green and black helmet made custom for her. It had both her name written on the left side in a stylized font and her blood type on the right
"I think we should focus on the task currently at hand and talk about it later. But I do kinda agree with Damon on this. My people are also getting angry that I haven't tested out the Gundam Kuiper in-field"-Katma said as Nika nodded
"Right! Chuchu, maybe you should sit on the bench? Katma, please take the diamond cutter"-Nika said as Katma nodded before Chuchu frowned and gave the cutter
"It depends on the payment, if she pays well I won't have anything against it. It's either that or I will be slugging around"-Ojelo said as Martin immediately objected
"No no no no! We're talking about Gundams and Witches! They're cursed!"-Martin exclaimed as Ojelo wasn't shaken by what he said
"You like economy right? This is a smile from god"-Ojelo said as Martin jolted towards him
"You mean Satan! The biggest people in the group a-"-Martin was cut off
"Martin Upmont! Either shut up or leave!"-The teacher said as Martin nodded before replying to Ojelo
"I pass"
"What do you think?"-Aliya asked as she sat down in front of Till
"It depends what we will be doing there. I also want to see more of Miru painting"-the ponytailed boy said as Aliya cheekily smiled
"I did see how you asked her about how she used her paints"-Aliya teased as Till blushed
"Aliya! Till! Do you know where I can find Miorine?"-Lilique popped out as Till and Aliya shared a look
"You want to know more about Aerial?"-Prospera asked as Miorine, Akatsuki with Haro on his knees and Suletta sat in front of her
"Are company will be revolving around Gundams and we will be the first ones in the Inner Rim to do it since the Vanadis incident. This is why I have so many questions"-Miorine said as Akatsuki popped in
"It's simple "To fight the divine wrath of the angels we brought to the world, we summoned demons from the deepest of our personal circles of hell. Saviours that served as both a gun and a dam for humanity to defend itself"."-Akatsuki quoted as Prospera clapped
"Good! Ahab Balaena if I can remember right?"-Prospera asked as Akatsuki nodded with Miorine only sighed
"Is Aerial safe? Can she be mass-produced? And why have you created her if you had to hide the fact that it is a Gundam?"-Miorine asked as she sent something to Miorine
"I've sent you both Aerial's blueprints and the original blueprints I used for Barbatos's rebuild process. Those who want a true Gundam type will believe more in numbers rather than words. For now mass production in the Inner Rim is impossible. The little data scraps of the GUND format that had survived scraped away towards the Outer Rim where armies and companies keep a tight lock on it. Unless somehow your Martian investors manage to gather enough for you. But we need to analyse everything first"-Prospera said as Miorine remained silent after that monologue remembering her father's words
"Mom? Why did you told me that Aerial isn't a Gundam? Aerial is a part of our family right? Barbatos is a normal machine and it isn't cursed. So why Aerial should be cursed right?"-Suletta asked as Prospera got up and removed her coat to take off her prosthetic arm before pointing it to Suletta
"Are you afraid of it?"-Prospera asked as Suletta turned her head around
"No, it's just your arm"-Suletta replied
"Thank you, the truth sadly is that people are afraid of the unknown. They try to keep fear on distance. Or to fight it, for them Gundams remain what the first 72 were supposed to be. Demons, but I wanted to protect you anyways. Against the clutches of this curse"-Prospera said as Miorine and Akatsuki shared a look
"Mom, I understand! You did it for us?"-Suletta asked as Prospera extended her arms
"Of course, both of you are my beloved daughters!"-Prospera exclaimed towards her smiling daughter
"Im sorry for the stupid question! From now I on I also will protect Aerial! Also for you Mom!"-Suletta exclaimed as she walked up towards Prospera who kept smiling at her daughter
"You need to show everyone, that the Gundam types in the inner rim or not a menace"
"Didn't you want to ask her more questions? For example why can you pilot Aerial without any consequences? Even Akatsuki felt pain when he took off the limiters and it still caused him pain. And the technology is supposed to be exactly the same as Aerial, right Akatsuki?"-Miorine asked as she called out to him but he remained unshaken as he had his headphones connected into Haro as he listened to an essay about Vanadis Incident. Miorine's instinct did tell her to hit him. But ever since the last duel she wanted to more gentle with him and only gentry shrugged him before he turned around taking off his headphones
"She is kinda right Suletta. Considering the lack of data in the Inner Rim I wouldn't be surprised if you were scared"-Akatsuki said as Suletta only smiled at him
"Not at all, we've been a family since forever! And im not scared about a thought of a Gundam. Suki is fine throughout it all, aside from that last duel where you had to remove your limiters, but still you survived and Nika fixed most of the damage"-Suletta said as Akatsuki sighed
"Most doesn't mean all of it. But it will be long time before another duel so Barbatos should be fixed by that time"-Akatsuki said as Miorine sighed
"If you both say it"-Miorine replied as the door that lead towards their passenger section opened
"Hey Mercury Lady, have you made everything clear with your Mom?"-Shaddiq made himself known as the trio turned towards him
"Yes, we-"
"Suletta, don't tell him anything"-Miorine said as Suletta remained confused
"Are you angry again?"-she asked as Shaddiq walked up towards Miorine
"You don't want me to get closer to either of your grooms?"-Shaddiq asked as Miorine didn't even bothered to turn around towards him
"You only want to know more for the sake of your company"-Miorine said as now Akatsuki was now confused looking at Suletta covering her mouth
"About it, how is your company? There is really no time for slacking around, you got the fund. But your investors are not charity workers. Depending on your business plan, you just might come back to zero"-Shaddiq said as Miorine remained unshaken
"Maybe you should give the control of the company?"-Shaddiq asked as Akatsuki's mind went on red alarm considering TSC's involvement in the endeavour as aside from Suletta nobody noticed his frightened facial expression
"On what terms?"-Miorine asked as now Akatsuki was losing his breath
"Marriage"-Shaddiq said as now both of Miorine's fiancés went on high alert both confused and frightened at the same time
"I'll pass, I already have a future husband and I don't need another one. Also his family is involved with the company so it's a double no"-Miorine said as Akatsuki blushed letting go of his breath just as Shaddiq's attention turned towards the male portion of the marriage
"Oh, I forgot to ask. How is your arm?"-Shaddiq asked as Akatsuki moved his right arm a bit
"Quite well, still kinda odd-feeling considering this was my first time breaking a limb"-Akatsuki said as Shaddiq continued to keep his trademark smile before an announcement came out of the speakers announcing the docking sequence will begin
"We will come back to it later. Goodbye Mercury lady, Akatsuki"-Shaddiq said as Suletta's attention went to Akatsuki
"Suki! I think I understand it! Shaddiq is in love with Miorine!"-Suletta exclaimed as Akatsuki had a confused facial expression before the inner gears inside his head connected and turned towards Miorine
"Don't be deluded. He's an orphan raised in a Grassley Orphanage, he won't back away at all cost, we need to watch out for him. Is that clear?"-Miorine asked as both of her grooms nodded
"Good"
"Just as CEO Miorine asked and according to her business plan, I gathered necessary information for the investors"-Lilique read out as everyone in the Earth House stared at the board
"You immediately subjected?"-Martin asked as Lilique continued
"Aside from business stuff we need to talk about other things"-Lilique read out completely ignoring him
"Like pay, addition to pay, raises and extras"-Ojelo added with a sly smile
"Those are only financial things right?"-Nika asked turning towards Katma who only unfolded her arms
"This is also important, but first we need to deal with the articles of Incorporation"-Lilique said as now it was Suletta's turn to be confused
"What?"-She asked as she received her answer
"documents where company's basics are written in. Its name, founders, complete worth of their shares"-Martin counted as Lilique continued
"All the details will wrote down in the business plan, but-"-Lilique was cut off by Chuchu
"We need to decide, what company's mission will be right?"-Chuchu asked as a brief silence entered in
"Plain and simple, we build such an intricate Gundam-type that's better than Aerial, Kuiper and Barbatos combined. Put Akatsuki behind the sticks and send him for the M/J Grand Prix in 24, he gets another Galaxia to display in his room while our CEO over here makes a quick buck from the success"-Damon said as everyone shared a look before looking at Akatsuki
"But according to Suletta's mom, we won't be able to manufacture Gundams here until we prove their safety, we could also use the Martian connection and assemble the supposed prototype there so it would fall under the Schism Law"-Nika added bringing another problem to the table
"What about Peil's Gundam? I think it was called-"
"Pharact"-Till finished Aliya's sentence
"Literally the same tech, Akatsuki did kick the ass of its prototype during the Quali in 120. Only it appeared more Spartan"-Miru added remembering the duel between the Dilanza and the Pharact and how it humiliated Guel
"So is it less advanced then Aerial?"-Martin asked turning towards Nika
"We can't say that until we check it"-Nika replied as Lilique looked though the documents
"According the data we got from Peil, the amount of money needed for creating the Pharact was"-Lilique said showing the number to the Earth House members
"How much Mobile Suits can you buy for it?"-Chuchu asked as Katma took a look at the number and chuckled
"That makes sense, for Gundams you need entire floors of R responsible for the smallest things possible. The mobile suit that would become the Kuiper was being designed even before the 120 Grand Prix and only could be finished and redesigned fast due to the data I collected with the Taris was used when it was already in deep development and was being prepared for the building process. But it's supposed to be a one-off suit only designed for professional duels, and judging by what Miorine wants to do it's like comparing a 911 Carrera to a 917 or a 919"-Katma explained as everyone aside from Nika and Akatsuki were confused about the meaning of that monologue
"How much money we have from buying Shin Sei and Peil development teams?"-Martin asked as Lilique checked it on her notepad
"This amount"-Lilique said showing the Earth House her notepad as everyone went pale
"You've got to be joking"-Ojelo said as swear runned down his forehead
"We don't even have enough for food for Giko and rest"-Aliya added as the atmosphere went down
"We can only dream about mass production"-Nuno said as it was Miorine that decided to break the gloomy nature among her staff
"We will raise the stakes, keeping with and adding to the business plan. TSC will put their money and with that serving as our advertisement the investors will come themselves"-Miorine explained bringing the attention to herself
"So what we will be selling?"-Chuchu asked as now Miorine's mind split off in numerous ways thinking about the numerous ways a Mobile Suit can be sold
"Well, the best way would be selling them as weapons. Or as duellist machines for sports teams"-Miorine said as the room went silent
"That's the two ways with one being more profitable than the other"-Nuno added breaking off the silence
"Selling something a kin to a Mobile Suit version of a Gran Turismo sports car to those that can afford taking them out and duelling isn't something that will get you the big bucks, but if you build something that will be worth its money then there is a chance people might buy it as a weapon or as a flashy toy"-Katma said as then Chuchu looked towards her
"Easy for you to say, you're a privileged girl making more money than I'll ever see with my own eyes and were probably backed by your parents"-Chuchu said as Katma only chuckled
"Couldn't be far more from the truth, that's because, I was a Human Debris"-Katma exclaimed as the silence became more tense. The core words "Human Debris" ever since they were made illegal by the pact made by Kudelia and other important nations from both Outer and Inner Rims of the solar system became a taboo that was avoided in all publications
"You're an orphan?"-Aliya asked turning towards Katma
"Correct, Katma Iloande isn't even my real name. I don't even remember it, apparently it's made out of two comic book characters. Everything the Fraternity tells you or I said in any media is a lie I was taught to say, part of my fake biography. I was said not to tell anyone but seeing as this conversation was getting nowhere I brought this up. It won't matter if you sell it as weapons or anything else. A Gundam is still a Gundam"-Katma said as the silence returned
"On Earth and in Space there is a lot of people like us"-Aliya added as Akatsuki and Katma shared an uncomfortable look
"I have nothing against it. As long as we will sell to Earthians and maybe to those Outer Rim Spacians"-Chuchu said laying on her beanbag
"But then"-Lilique asked before being cut off
"Earth would again become a battlefield, I don't want that"-Aliya finished as the Earthians all shared a look
"Wait, selling exclusively to Earthians or to Outer Rim Spacians is not even realistic, we're a part of Benerit anyways and one of the selling points of the company was to counter the current crisis regarding Outer Rim suits"-Martin said as Chuchu turned towards him
"What?! You're siding with the Inner Rimmers?"-Chuchu asked as Martin sighed
"I didn't say that"-he replied in a flat tone
"I didn't come here to build mobile suits. I do love money, for sure. Even so, I doesn't feel right profiting off machines that are built to kill"-Ojelo said as Nuno only sighed before turning towards him
"At the end of the day, you're just another spoiled kid"-Nuno said as then Ojelo turned towards him
"What did you just say?!"-Ojelo asked as Nika and Suletta intervened
"Guys, we cannot fight each other!"-Suletta exclaimed
"She's right, calm down"-Nika added trying to stop the tension
"What about you Nika? If either Outer or Inner Rimmers do what they please with the Mobile Suits we build. Would you accept it?"-Chuchu asked as it was Nika's turn to keep quiet
"I, I think-"-Nika tried to say before being cut off
"The one who decides, should be the president"-Till said as everyone turned towards Miorine, much to her confusement
"Eh, what?"-Was the only question she could say before Suletta walked up to her
"Miorine.."-Suletta asked as Miorine sighed
"Who cares if we sell weapons? We need a suit that Akatsuki will pilot and the sports department wont built itself. If you don't like it then you're free to go"-Miorine replied not caring at all
"What?! N-No way! We're all together in this!"-Suletta exclaimed as Miorine turned towards Suletta
"It's my company you know"-Miorine exclaimed as Akatsuki couldn't hold a chuckle realising they had their first employee protest even before the company itself would be officially opened
"If that's how it is. You should leave"-Chuchu said pointing towards Miorine
"Why yo-"-Miorine held herself as she realised when all the Earth House members now stared at her 'Damn it, if I had other people I would fire them all. But let it be'-she thought as she made her decision
"Fine"-Miorine said sighing as Suletta smiled
"Martin! You'll handle the details of the registration papers. Lilique, you handle the bank account. And help Martin. Miru, you'll handle the company logo"-Miorine said as Miru objected
"Pardon me boss, but designing a fitting logo isn't such a quick job. Till! Will you help me?"-Miru asked turning towards him, the only other artist in the Earth House blushed before nodding in agreement. Not noticing Aliya's cheeky grin
"Fine, but make it stylish. Suletta and the rest will handle the PR, make a video that will get rid of Gundams bad image. Katma, as the only one who seems to be adult enough. You'll be the supervisor, contact me on every progress. Akatsuki, you're going with me"-Miorine said as Akatsuki blushed
"What?! Why me?"-Akatsuki asked as Miorine pointed at him
"You're the one behind the knowledge about Gundam-types of various eras, and as the head of our sports department I need to keep you around closely"-Miorine said as Akatsuki objected
"H-Hey! Who said im the head of that department, im a pilot and not a team manager!"-Akatsuki exclaimed as Miorine shot him a sly grin
"You're right now, as im promoting you. We have two weeks"-Miorine said walking away before pointing to Akatsuki to come closer
"Two weeks?!"-Ojelo asked as Miorine slightly turned around
"Nail down everything before my old man changes his mind, Haro! You'll be needed"-Miorine exclaimed as the blue ball light up to life
"Understood Miorine, Haro happy he's needed"-Haro exclaimed rolling towards Akatsuki who took him into his arms as they walked out of the Earth House with Akatsuki saying a little "goodbye and good luck" before he disappeared leaving everyone stunned
"Those are the books supposedly containing all the necessary info I gathered, the rest should be on the internet"-Akatsuki said putting down the books he found in the school library. Many of them were also residing on his own private bookshelf. Miorine nodded while also swallowing a piece of the cake Secelia gave to Akatsuki. 'Damn that white-haired skank, this cake is pretty good'-she thought as she listened to what her groom was telling her
"Right, we should get to work"-Miorine said as Akatsuki now noticed how the place that Miorine slept in was dirty, since his mom was housewife the stuff liked his always bugged him, most notably the trash bags and the instant ramen cups laying around. 'How she can still be pretty after a diet like that?'-he thought as he begun to blush
"Akatsuki, Akatsuki, your endorphins and blood pressure is rising"-Haro said as Akatsuki snapped himself back
"Umm, Miorine? Why aren't you cleaning your place?"-Akatsuki asked as Miorine looked at him accusingly
"Are you implying I live like a pig?!"-Miorine exclaimed as Akatsuki immediately objected
"No! No at all! Im just saying that keeping a good hygiene would greatly influence our productiveness and work ethic!"-Akatsuki said in a way that was as soft as possible
"Fine, help me with the trash. You brought yourself spare clothes and pyjamas right?"-Miorine asked as Akatsuki turned his head
"Right, of course I haven't thought about telling you that you're staying here for a night, bring yourself some more clothes, we will do a bit of traveling for the next few days"-Miorine said as Akatsuki was growing more and more anxious before finally objected
"First of all, what about school? And why did you think I would agree on it?"-Akatsuki asked as Miorine raised her eyebrow
"First of all screw school, you're smart enough to catch up. Second, because were both in this together and I need your help, Suletta is nice but for some things I need you and your expertise, and hoping that will keep you away from killing yourself in a duel. Not to mention that I'll be your future wife"-Miorine exclaimed raising her hand that held her good luck charm in the spot as Akatsuki only sighed
"Yes Miorine"
"And our Cathedra, shall deny any Gundams in the Inner Rim"-The Delling in the recording said as the video ended. Miorine now wearing her nightgown continued to stare into her notebook, for the last few hours she and Akatsuki spent reading though all the books, making notes, watching old videos and using Haro to listen to old recordings
"Gundams, demons, saviours, GUND-Format, killing its pilot"-Miorine muttered as she heard something down the hall of her room, that in reality was the school principal's office. Akatsuki did say she could go to bed while he would still work for a while. Miorine managed to get herself up from her bed and walked down rubbing her eyes
"The Vanadis Institute named their developed system in an honour to according to numerous sources the first pilot-machine interface designed by scientists under Agnika Kieru, the Alaya Vinjana and the suit that the system was designed for, Gundam"-Haro read out the text from the book as Miorine's attention shifted towards Akatsuki, who fell asleep on her desk holding a pen and silently snoring with his head laying on the notepads on notes they made and Miorine couldn't help but smile. Over the last 1.5 months she couldn't lie to herself that she didn't warm up to him. For years she thought he was only a stupid sportsman who cared about nothing but himself according what he said in the interviews. While in reality it was a complete 180, he was probably the most caring and selfless boy she had seen in her life. While it did annoyed her at first and berated him for not thinking about himself and always doing what others tell him. But realised she did the same after putting down her pride for Suletta's sake to save Aerial and forming the whole company and stopped even mentioning it, she had completely given up on going to Earth by now. At first she only thought of Akatsuki as her meat shield that would blindly protect her from any people wanting to get her between the sheets, ever since Akatsuki's last duel she was worried for him, and the thoughts that something similar could happen to Suletta were clouding his mind. If she was the princess, then they were her knights who would do anything for her. Well, considering the difference between them it would be more of a knight and a squire considering that Akatsuki was training Suletta with swordsmanship. Miorine kept smiling before she gathered enough courage to give Akatsuki another "treat" on the cheek, of course if he was awake she wouldn't do it, but since he was well into the dream land she didn't mind. But also she noticed that he still wore his uniform and TSC jacket, Miorine sighed before gently shaking his arm trying to wake him up
"Hey… Its 2:00 in the morning, you should take a shower and go to sleep"-Miorine said as Akatsuki woke up before rubbing his eyes
"Mio-Miorine? I can still work"-Akatsuki said in a tired voice as Miorine sighed
"I can't allow you to overwork yourself, go take a shower and sleep"-Miorine said before Akatsuki gathered back some of his orientation in terrain back as he took a look around the office
"But where? There isn't a couch that I could crush on"-Akatsuki said as Miorine turned around towards her bedroom
"I'll come up with something, it's over for work"-Miorine said as Akatsuki nodded before grabbing his stuff and making his way towards the bathroom. After a shower and washing his teeth he threw on his pyjamas, that consisted mostly of an oversized tank top and short shorts. Akatsuki walked out of the toilet to notice Miorine collecting all notepads and data they collected
"So, where will I sleep?"-Akatsuki asked as Miorine turned towards him, and blushed seeing how that tank top barely covering his chest and that the short shorts were closing around his crotch. But then realised she didn't really have a place for him to sleep, when Suletta was here they shared a bed, but it wasn't that awkward considering that they were two girls and now she had a boy to deal with. But she was too tired to think through it. And she thought that Akatsuki was way too innocent for even allowing himself to dream about her naked.
"Looks like there is no other choice but for you to share a bed with me, but no touching!"-Miorine added as Akatsuki wanted to object it. But then he realised it was either this or sleeping on the floor. So he nodded in agreement. Miorine lead him towards her room before both of them got settled facing the opposite directions of the bed
"Good night"-Miorine muttered before returning back to sleep. Akatsuki slightly turned his head around to see his fiancé. And he immediately blushed overlooking her sleeping form, he thought she looked cute and dared to say… hot in that nightgown, but then his attention went higher to see the white good luck charm residing on her arm before smiling and looking down on his arm burying the hot thoughts deep within himself
"Good night"
"As soon as your company will be ready, Peil's development team and the Pharact will be transferred to you"-Belmeria said as Miorine and Akatsuki who held Haro under his arm fallowed
"We look forward to working with you, Miss Belmeria Winston"-Miorine said as Belmeria turned towards her
"Speaking of work, what brings the two of you today?"-Belmeria asked
"We want to know more about the GUND-Format"-Miorine exclaimed as Belmeria turned back
"The new type of a Gundam-type Mobile Suit, that crippled their pilots' minds and bodies. And the Vanadis Institute responsible for pioneering this technology. And the people that the Inner Rim governing body refers to as witches, are all to be abhorred. That what the public knows. If they were as the defective as they said they could've been improved, the Outer Rim and their development of the tech proved it. So why the Cathedra Laws and the Schism Act? And why they created new Gun"-
"Please don't"-Belmeria interrupted Miorine's monologue as they all looked down the window to see the Pharact
"Don't call them witches"-Belmeria said as Miorine was now confused
"Were you a witch?"-Miorine asked as Belmeria sadly looked through the window
"I was merely enthralled by the ideals of GUND. And imitated what they did"-Belmeria said as Akatsuki knew exactly what she meant
"It is true, without GUND my father wouldn't be able to walk"-Akatsuki said as Belmeria smiled
"At least those who escaped were able to carry the ideals forward"-Belmeria said as Miorine felt a lightbulb lighting up in her head
"GUND's ideals, can you please tell us about that?"
"Incredible"-Miorine said looking though the things Belmeria gave her, videos, tests, advertisements and even some survived blue prints. It appeared that the Vanadis Institute wasn't such a hellish group as they were taught to believe in. Miorine saw something else, a mission. And a weird aura emanating from the head researcher, Akatsuki did hear about the name Cardo Nabo few times, most notably in history classes and the books he read. But right now he was focused on something else
"Yeah"-Akatsuki replied before returning the attention back towards his notepad angering Miorine
"What are you even doing on it anyways?!"-Miorine asked snatching it away from him. As she got the hands on it she was surprised by what she saw, a whole graph revolving around one thing
"A training regimen for Suletta?"-Miorine asked returning the notepad to Akatsuki as he nodded
"Yeah, I did promise her I would return to frequent sessions. And during the last few days of our travels I spent my free time designing a training regimen that would get her up to speed. I plan to take her for a session when we will come back, just because she is busy with PR doesn't mean she can't have free time, not to mention I need to grab myself some new clothes"-Akatsuki said as Miorine continued to look though the data not saying anything. Akatsuki only sunk in the seat awaiting their return to school. For the first time in almost two weeks of touring Peil's R department and facilities
"And that was take 345"-Chuchu said as Suletta sighed while Nuno put down the Camera. Katma meanwhile was trying on thinking what to do
"Guys, maybe it's time for coffee break? You've worked the hardest and deserve an well-earned rest"-Katma said trying to keep the people she was responsible from overworking, as the sun was already beginning to set
"Katma is right, for the last two weeks we spent writing a script and preparing choreography alongside the CGI Aerial model and we hadn't have a single break"-Nika added trying to help the Battle Maiden with her subordinates
"Fine, let's do it"-Damon said as everyone were beginning to walk back to the Earth House before being surprised
"Hey guys!"-Akatsuki announced himself as Suletta turned around
"Suki! I thought you were supposed to be with Miorine?"-Suletta asked as Akatsuki smiled
"I got a break, she locked herself to analyse the data we collected over during our travels. So I decided to go visit you"-Akatsuki said as Suletta blushed
"S-So what do you want to do?"-Suletta asked as Akatsuki knew his answer
"Well, I thought to grab my bokkens and do a little training session?"-Akatsuki asked as Suletta nodded
"You did promise, but we didn't have time. So, yeah? I would like it"-Suletta said as Damon walked up to them
"You didn't say you were training a protégé? How many types of swords can she use?"-Damon asked as Akatsuki sent him a death stare knowing what Damon could mean but Suletta didn't see that way
"Well, Im training with a bokken. But also had my hand with a katana and a tachi!"-Suletta said as Akatsuki sighed
"Ok, get your training clothes with you and we can begin"-Akatsuki said before sending a death stare to Damon and made his way with Suletta towards the Earth House
TING!
The two wooden swords clashed as Suletta was defending herself from Akatsuki. Who then quickly send few blows pushing Suletta back, who tried to sweep Akatsuki's legs before he jumped away before attacking her back, knocking out her bokken with a swift move and tried to attack her. But much to his surprise Suletta managed to counter his bokken with her own hands before managing to knock the bokken out of Akatsuki's hand. Suletta then begun to attack him using hand-to-hand combat. 'Damn, I wonder if she trained on her own?'-he thought before he thinking of a new strategy, tricking her by sending his attack another way. Sending Suletta down to the ground, but much to his surprise Suletta didn't gave up. Instead she managed to dodge Akatsuki's attacks before reaching out for her bokken and jumping back onto her feet and trying to swing at him, but swiftly like a ballerina Akatsuki managed to dodge all of Suletta's attacks, Akatsuki then took back his bokken and once again clashed his sword with Suletta's
"You're getting way better"-Akatsuki said as Suletta smiled at him, getting distracted enough for Akatsuki to sweep Suletta off her legs. Making her fall down on the ground, Akatsuki smiled before reaching out his hand towards her
"And I didn't say it only to distract you, you trained alone?"-Akatsuki asked helping Suletta getting back on her feet
"W-Well, while you were hospitalized. I may have been sneaking your bokken out and trained what you've been showing me"-Suletta said looking down on the ground blushing. Akatsuki only chuckled before patting Suletta's head
"There is no problem with that at all! I think it's great considering I was feeling kinda itchy that we stopped training for a while because of my stupid run-in with Stellaris. After we launch the company I promise we will start a new training regimen, maybe even see what we can do with Aerial"-Akatsuki said as he and Suletta begun to walk back towards the Earth House. Suletta smiled at him as they continued to walk. And Akatsuki was surprised by how everything was neatly organised. He watched as Katma was walking around the Earth House checking every station and seeing how everyone was doing.
"Oi Akatsuki, welcome back!"-Miru said turning towards Akatsuki as she was covered in paint with Till doing the same
"Hey Miru, how is the logo going?"-Akatsuki asked as Till pointed at numerous logo designs
"We just made this one, we tried several colour combinations. This is the 25th logo using the white/baby blue combination"-Till said as Akatsuki looked though the several proposed designs
"Have you picked some finalists? I like the newest one, it's simple but I can still see G and A In it"-Akatsuki asked as Till and Miru shared a look before pointing at the logo
"It appears that after two weeks we finally found the right logo"-Till said as Miru nodded just as Katma walked up to them before kneeling down
"Yeah, it is really nice. It's time to get to work on making a digital version, please get to it"-Katma said as Miru and Till nodded
"So, you took that supervisor job really seriously?"-Akatsuki asked as Katma turned towards him blushing
"I always take my job seriously"-Katma said huffing as Akatsuki chuckled
"Like you did two years ago? Didn't you once sneak out from training to eat ice cream?"-Akatsuki asked as Katma blushed from the comment
"I remember that, but I also remembered that you like it"-Katma countered back as Akatsuki covered himself in a blush of shame as a memory of a terrible brain freeze he suffered that day and younger Katma's laughter. But he also chuckled remembering that day fondly
"That was a good day"-Akatsuki said as both of them then looked down to the ground. As that day was before they faced each other, with Akatsuki piloting Barbatos and Katma piloting the Taris. And what happened between them after Barbatos sliced off Taris's head and qualified for the finale
"Listen, about that. Im sorry!"-Katma exclaimed as Akatsuki didn't knew what she meant
"You're talking abou-"
"Yes, im still not though with it. Please understand that, you were my best and only friend. And I pushed it too far without even realising it"-Katma said putting her head down in shame.
"Katma, im not angry at you. I was only really confused by what you did. But now after knowing the truth I can understand it. And I don't know if we could make it work. But those 3 weeks we spent were some of the best time I spent with someone non-associated with TSC, but we I can be your best friend again if you want"-Akatsuki said extending his hand towards the blushing Battle Maiden. Katma stood there for a long minute before taking it
"I gladly accept it. And I hope that we can hang out again"-Katma said as she heard another call out and left with Akatsuki making his way towards the shower to wash himself off and make his way towards Miorine's green house to take the newly grown dates
"Hello? Anybody home?"-Akatsuki asked walking inside the Greenhouse to see Miorine laying down on the floor. Of course he rushed in to see if she was ok. But noticed that she was awake
"Don't worry, im just laying here. You came for the dates did you? I cut them off for you so only have to peel them"-Miorine said as Akatsuki nodded before walking up towards the table and beginning to peel the dates
"So, how we will be selling Gundams?"-Akatsuki asked Miorine didn't turn towards him and continued to stare at the tomatoes
"Yes, I'll explain it later. There are two ways, one being to sell them as weapons, the other is the way according to GUND's original ideals. We'll vote on that"-Miorine said as the silence insured with Akatsuki secluding himself deep in the greenhouse being unable to be seen from the front door
"Like always you seclude yourself here"-A voice called out that Akatsuki recognised as Shaddiq's
"Did you knew, behind what ideals the GUND technology stood?"-Miorine asked gesturing with her fingers to hidden Akatsuki to stay hidden
"My father told me about most of them"-Shaddiq replied as Miorine sighed
"So he trusts you"-Miorine replied as Shaddiq chuckled
"I was working hard for it"-Shaddiq replied as Miorine turned her head away from him
"In front of who you'll be flattening yourself today?"-Miorine asked
"It was going to be you"-Shaddiq said as Miorine turned her head towards him. Akatsuki meanwhile hidden in a blank spot felt a sting of jealousy
"I have buyers for Gundam-types, if you'll be able to create a suit with the same stats as Aerial and Barbatos, that will exceed what Jeturk and Peil have in their line-up. There are many buyers wanting to get their hands on it, even without Cathedra's consent and neglecting the Schism Law. That you can narrowly dodge thanks to your engagement"-Shaddiq said as both Miorine and Akatsuki continued to listen
"You know how are finances stand, I still need to talk with TSC to get that funding"-Miorine replied with Shaddiq still smiling
"You can't put all your hope in a farm boy who only means something in a mobile suit. Maybe we will begin to work together? I can boost your finances, until you'll be able to stand on your own legs. I'll also give you the necessary staff. Great deal right? And you wouldn't need to put your hope in Martians"-Shaddiq said as Akatsuki was getting more and more keen on joining the conversation instead of being a mere listener. 'Maybe Suletta was right? Is he in love with her? If he was why didn't he challenge for the Holder title? He's on piloting'-he thought as he continued to listen
"What will you have from it?"-Miorine asked knowing the saying that there wasn't anything for free
"Gundam-types built in the Inner Rim may change the tides and counter the crisis caused by the suits from the Outer Rim and resurrect the arms industry. We can stand still and allow our monopoly to fall apart if we miss this chance"-Shaddiq asked as Miorine got up from the floor
"I thought your father was itchy about Gundams?"-Miorine asked not really being convinced
"I'll somehow talk him into it. That's my duty as a son"-Shaddiq said as Miorine continued to look away sharing a quick glance with hiding Akatsuki
"Do you remember, when we pitched a project in the business contest? Without anyone knowing?"-Shaddiq asked as Miorine sighed
"I don't remember"-She replied as Shaddiq continued
"It was accepted, but our fathers got a wind of this and we were berated for it. But I still remember, and if we start working together, im sure we'll create a better future than our fathers will. Miorine"-Shaddiq said as Miorine got up and stood face-to-face with him
"I'll pass, if I build a company I'll do it on my rules. And stop hiding your quasi-racism, at least they are loyal and I know a certain that will do anything to accomplish his task no matter if he hurts himself. If you don't have anything else to say, leave or come back with a better pitch"-Miorine said before turning away from Shaddiq, who's facial expression changed
"Akatsuki Augus is a good person, innocent, naïve, skilled and according to many girls in the Grassley House, pretty. But he isn't someone you can put your company on his back. Much like the Mercury Lady"-Shaddiq said as Miorine hands tighten hearing that last sentence.
"I'll take the gamble, I have their back and they have mine"-Miorine said as Shaddiq took a look at Miorine and noticed what she had on her hand
"Nice wristband, I've seen Akatsuki Augus wearing a similar one"-Shaddiq said as he walked away with Miorine grabbing her good luck charm and looking like she wanted to choke Shaddiq until he would be biting dust
"You can come out"-Miorine said as Akatsuki come out with the Bride overlooking the Demon
"Hey, about Sha-"
"Don't bother yourself with what he said, he tries to get his claws on the Gundam-type technology"-Miorine replied as Akatsuki grabbed a date from the bag and a large crunch sound emitted throughout the greenhouse
"Looks like Im not the only one with problematic relationships that we tried to hide. But it seems im the only one trying to work on it"-Akatsuki said as Miorine sent him a look before turning away towards the front door
"There isn't a problematic relationship. Come on, today is our deadline and we have to make an announcement for the rest of our staff"
"Look, it shows it was edited"-Chuchu said pointing at the screen showing the PR video
"You've filled out this wrong, Martin"-Lilique said pointing at few of the numbers much to Martin's lament
"Come on guys! Bury the war axe already!"-Nika exclaimed as she and Katma stood over Ojelo and Nuno
"And where is the princess? It had been two weeks!"-Ojelo exclaimed as Nuno sighed
"She probably got bored and escaped to Earth taking Akatsuki hostage"-Nuno added as Suletta immediately got up from her station
"Miorine would never do it anything like that, and Suki did come today to check on the progress"-Suletta exclaimed trying to defend her fiancé
"You don't know her well enough to be 100% sure"-Ojelo said as Suletta sighed in defeat
"You were looking for me?"-Miorine announced herself as she and Akatsuki who held Haro under his arm walked into the Earth House
"Miorine! I knew you would do it, I believed in y-"-Suletta was grabbed by the chin by Miorine
"You're annoying"-Miorine replied keeping Suletta hostage before seeing Akatsuki's face saying 'just let her go' and letting her go
"So what? Have you decided. How'll be selling Gundams?"-Chuchu asked as Miorine walked up towards the Earth House members
"There are two ways of gaining profit. One is distributing Gundams as weapons, there won't be any discussion to who we will be selling them. There is also a second option, Haro? Transmit the video"-Miorine said as Haro's eyes lit up
"Right Miorine"-Haro exclaimed as all the screens begun to play the video with doctor Cardo Nabo taking the front stage, she was an older woman with visible cybernetics in her head and an eye prosthetic
"Hello Specians, we are the scientists of Vanadis. An institute researching Permet, its been almost 300 years since we ended the war we fought for Humanity to stay in space against the marvels of our own creation. We tried to adapt, rebuild ourselves with the technology that remained at our disposal and what the first 72 legendary Gundam-type mobile suits gave us. For us Humans, surviving in space was always a challenge. Before terraforming and Mobile Armours, Humanity's greatest foes were: weightlessness, the vacuum, atmospheric conditions, radiations. Ever since the Alaya Vinjana pilot-machine interface system slipped into the hands of researchers using its basis to create vaccines and implants still weren't able to deal with the problem. This is why the GUND medical technology, named in honour for the seed that planted humanity's life in space that we perfected, can become our only hope to amend the fragility of a man's body. Thanks to that technology, we can not only widen the biosphere. But we can also abolish the differences and separations between Earthians and Spacians both from Outer and Inner Rim's. We hope that you will join us in catching this spark of hope. Thanks to it we can create a better future for entire humanity"-the doctor said as the recording ended
"This, is our second option. We can pursue the ideals that stood behind the GUND-format, something that Outer Rim seemingly forgot. Perfect the GUND medical technology and send it to the world"-Miorine announced taking a back everyone at the Earth House
"We will be using Gundams to save lives?"-Till asked as everyone repeated it to themselves
"I don't know if the Inner Rim will be convinced, but im sure the Outer Rim will due to a lack of quality implants. But I think it's worth a shot, and the best part is that I can choose a different path from my old man. I'll take any responsibilities, any objections?"-Miorine asked as everyone shared a look
"How is it?"-Akatsuki asked as Nika was sitting inside Barbatos's cockpit
"I've managed to fix most of the damage, some of the reactions might be late and it will probably feel a little bit tight but you'll still be able to put up a good fight. If it's a fair fight and you won't by several drones, but it's definitely not at its 100%, hell not even at 85%. So I suggest two things, one would be installing Fumitan on board to keep you in check and that "Limiters-off" mode. And second would be thinking about sending Barbatos back to Mars for repairs"-Nika said as Akatsuki nodded
"Right, Haro, note this"-Akatsuki said as the blue ball rolled up to his leg
"Noted, Akatsuki Akatsuki: You're supposed to call your parents"-Haro said as Akatsuki sighed before nodding
"I forgot about that, goddamn. After two weeks of numerous tours and trips and there are still some things to resolve"-Akatsuki said as then something else caught his attention
"Hey! Our PR video has crossed 10 000 thousand views"-Damon exclaimed as Akatsuki looked down from Barbatos's cage
"Funny, since I've never seen that video"-Akatsuki said as Nika took out her notepad
"Oh, I can show you!"-Nika said pressing play
"GUND-ARM! GUND-ARM! a ray of hope! GUND-ARM! GUND-ARM! Forward to the future! Its safe to pilot! It's safe to use! It can fly! It can dance! Aerial! GUND-ARM Inc. is dedicated to the medical use of GUND technology"-the voices of Suletta doing a funny dance and Lilique reading a narration from a paper echoed from Nika's notepad as Akatsuki's mind was now confused 'What is this feeling? I don't know if I can call it disgust or embarrassment'-he thought as they quickly changed the subject and returned to overlooking Barbatos
"We finished all the steps of the business plan for the investors and created a commercial. Articles of Incorporation and the rest of the documents are ready. We will begin to operate, when the school says yes for our pitch you all did well!"-Lilique announced to the exhausted Earth House members Akatsuki included
"I feel like crap"-Ojelo said with his head laying on the table
"And we only help with the PR video"-Nuno said before he and Ojelo fist-pumped finally reconciling
"A medical company in charge of GUND technology"-Martin tiredly said
"This is better than partaking in a war"-Lilique added
"There is no separation between good and evil while saving lives"-Aliya said as in the background Miru and Damon were working on another shell for their weapons
"Aliya's right, and maybe thanks to that Mr Mikazuki will get a better implant instead of the shit he has currently installed"-Miru said as Nika looked towards Akatsuki and Katma with both of their heads laying on the desk before turning towards Chuchu
"Thank you Chuchu"-Nika said as Chuchu looked up
"In my hometown, many people lost their arms or legs during accidents in the mines. I can't help them more than make money and create something like this"-Chuchu said as Nika hugged her
"Wait, when the catering for the inauguration party comes?"-Ojelo asked
"I thank you really much Miorine"-Suletta said as she and Miorine rode an electric scooter back towards the Earth House
"For what?"-Miorine asked shooting a small glare at Suletta
"You came up with a plan that everyone agreed for, right?"-Suletta asked as Miorine sighed
"I just couldn't afford to lose them, besides it wasn't entirely my plan. Akatsuki helped a lot"-Miorine said as Suletta continued to smile
"To be honest, im having a lot of fun. Like I joined a club or accomplished something from my list"-Suletta explained as Miorine laid her head on Suletta's back
"Idiot, it's not a game"-Miorine said smiling before she received a message on her notebook. As she read it her smile and good humour vanished in a millisecond
"Stop!"-Miorine exclaimed as Suletta surprised carried out the order
"Miorine, what's wrong?"-Suletta asked as Miorine read though the message
"What is the meaning of this?"
"According to your suggestion I added new rules. Article 53, paragraph three of the guidebook behind founding student companies. "New technologies used by companies have to be checked and tested" Now Miorine cannot found her company"-Sabina Fardin, Grassley House's number two behind Shaddiq read out from her notebook as Shaddiq sipped his tea
"The Gundam will become the part of the group again. Its only up to Mr Sarius to get rid of them. And I take newly freed Demon Incarnate out on a date"-Renee Costa added with a small touch of her #1 on the list of boyfriend candidates
"Now I feel sorry for Miorine"-Ireesha Piano added cuddling her plushie
"No worries, we can cheer her up later"-Maisie May added looking onto her gloomy companion
"I won't allow him to get rid of it. The Gundam and its technology will be needed by me and the group. I'll take over Miorine's company"-Shaddiq said catching the attention of all the girls
"What if she says no?"-Hanao Jazz, another third year asked
"There is only one choice right? And they have Iloande and Augus plus those two new Martians, that redhead guy seems nice. Might sneak him on some list"-Renee said
"But I doubt Shaddiq would reach as far for it"-Maisie added
"We're prepared for it"-Hanao said adding to the conversation as Sabina spoke up
"We'll take the Gundam, from Miorine's hands"
CHAPTER 10: END CHAPTER 10: EPILOGUE #1
"They did what?"-Mikazuki asked talking over the phone to his son while he was going to doctor Seras's office holding a notepad containing Barbatos's data from the last duel. Meanwhile Akatsuki was punching the wall
"They changed the rules so that we can't found the company! Damn that Shaddiq! When I find him I'll chop him to sushi and shoot what remains of him!"-Akatsuki screamed over the phone as Mikazuki could understand his anger. And an enemy of his son was also his enemy.
"And what do you plan to do about it?"-Mikazuki asked knowing the answer he will get from him. And he was making way towards Seras's office for that reason. Or as a contingency for it
"Isn't it obvious? We'll have to duel again! And im fully ready to jump into a skin-tight suit and on-board Barbatos to kick that fucker's privileged ass"-Akatsuki said in a frantic anger as Mikazuki sighed but was also surprised. Whenever Akatsuki was angry he was always acting cold and seemingly strict. Now he seemed like a frantic fireball ready to kill anything standing in his way
"Just be careful, install Fumitan on board and remember not to touch the limiters unless it will be necessery. I know you don't fight for yourself so I won't be angry. I've also seen that PR video, it was funny"-Mikazuki added as Akatsuki on the other side sighed
"I have to call Moms, I'll also call you tomorrow when the duel rules will be announced"-Akatsuki said as Mikazuki smirked
"Right, remember that I have your back always. Also could you book me a new implant? This one keeps bugging me and it's time for a swap"-Mikazuki said as Akatsuki chuckled loosening up
"I'll try, see ya"-Akatsuki said as Mikazuki stood in front of the door towards Seras's office 'It is a father's duty to give their son the best tools'-he thought as he walked in to see the lead doctor of Project Agnika watching Barbatos slicing of Gabriel's head
"Oh, Captain. For what I own the pleasure?"-Seras asked getting up from her chair as Mikazuki handed her the notepad
"Doctor, im asking for… a favour"-Mikazuki said as Seras chuckled knowing exactly for what he came for
"Does it involve overhauling and revising Barbatos? Because after such a beating there is little to no chance it could be fully repaired in a school environment. I'll do it because I want to see how your son was able to hold on such power with succumbing to data storms and seemingly having control over it. Besides I want some of the technology to be tested in field"-Seras said as Mikazuki raised an eyebrow from behind his glasses
"So, you're going to do it?"-Mikazuki asked as Seras nodded
"Yes, and we can cover it up by assembling everything in TSC's facilities. I can guess that this is most if not all of the data that was contained from Barbatos AA for the last 1.5 months. I have a lot of free time so I can get to it"-Seras said as Mikazuki
"Thank you doctor"-Mikazuki said as he begun to walk away
"What you wouldn't do for Mars's favourite pilot?"-Seras said as Mikazuki closed the door
"Haro! Display Bael's, G-Frame 01's and Barbatos AA's blueprints and data from the PA folder and open a new project "TSC-G-08". We'll show Shin Sei that Barbatos can be even better without them"-Seras said as her custom white Haro's eyes lit up
"Affirmative"-Haro replied as the holographic projectors displayed for what Seras had asked as she sipped her coffee
"Let's get to work"
CHAPTER 10: EPILOGUE #1 END
CHAPTER 10: EPILOGUE #2
"It can fly! It can dance! Aerial!"-The Suletta on the recording exclaimed as meanwhile thousands of kilometres away Julietta couldn't help but chuckle
"At least Nika seems to have fun, right Gaelio?"-Julietta asked turning towards her mobile suit, ASW-G-66 Gundam Kimaris Vidar. Repainted in black and dark blue and refitted with new weapons and currently residing in a carrier cage. Julietta gently caressed the cockpit hatch
"Soon my love, you'll be able to rest in peace"-Julietta said as someone surprised her from behind. As she turned around she saw an older man of impressive physique who had dark skin and short hair
"Reliving old memories?"-Naji Geor Hija, the leader of the Earthian terrorist group "Down of Fold" asked as Julietta turned back towards the Vidar
"More like lamenting over splattered milk"-Julietta said as Naji chuckled
"You know Galan told me a lot about you. That you are a bloody good pilot, but never that you were so grim"-Naji said as Julietta chuckled
"The bearded gentleman held many mysteries and lies"-Julietta said as Naji nodded
"Yes, I never knew his real name and we worked together for years. But he was a good friend, and to honour him I helped you and brought you in alongside your Gundam instead of allowing Elion to put you in prison"-Naji said as Julietta grabbed the bag containing her pilot suit and begun to leave the cage. 'Galan, you trained yourself a woman of few words'-Naji thought as he stared down the Vidar and the sleeping soul residing in it
CHAPTER 10: EPILOGUE #2 END
A/N: Oh yeah! The Grassley vs Earth duel is coming and the power difference has shook a lot. Akatsuki will have a lot of anger to take out. But we also see some new stuff. Julietta hasn't come to Earth alone and the hierarchy of power is beginning to run out of the original series. I also connected Galan from IBO and Naji from WFM because with both being terrorists/mercenaries they would probably had a run-in and Naji would meet Julietta before she was recommended by Galan to Rustal. We get some cute romance and the risen stakes and hear a little about Katma's story and what happened in 120. If it weren't for schoolwork and another story I have I would probably got to it now. After chapter 11 we will return to filler for a bit but I'll tease in the next chapter. And of course I don't own Gundam, that belongs to Gundam and Sunrise