The Catastrophe Dragon Lord, and Cero Espada Naz'da'gar Cyddrunarth, made his way through Las Noches, walking just slightly behind the servant appointed to lead him to his palace. As he walked through the several corridors, his mind went to his lack of a servant based on the person who had held his rank. It wasn't like it bothered him to not have one. After all, he didn't want any servants period. However, also he understood that they would be useful to help keep his residence in order in his absence.
"Can you tell me anything regarding the special servant the other members of the Espada have?" He asked his guide in an empty tone.
"They are the head servant of the palace, and oversees it while the master is away." The guide calmly replied.
The Dragon Lord gave a low growl to this. He knew it. These servants were more than just duplicates of their predecessors, as they also had some other uses inside their palace. Knowing that having one could remove from his mind the worry of having to keep his palace in check, made him regret not having preceded Aizen on the subject.
"If I wanted to acquire a head servant, would it be difficult to do so?"
"Not at all. Las Noches has several individuals similar in nature to those serving the other Espada. Of course, in my opinion, some are better fit for the role then others, but there are many to choose from."
"Then, would it be possible to take care of this issue now?" The Dragon Lord asked, causing his guide to pause and look at him.
"Of course. Aizen-sama warned me that this could be a possibility, so I am prepared to aid you in this search."
Naz'da'gar Cyddrunarth gave the servant a nod, while motioning him to lead the way. It honestly did not surprise him that Aizen had once again been one thought ahead of him. It was rather annoying at points. However, no matter how annoying it was, he had always found himself dropping the subject in favor for an unknown loyalty in the man's decisions.
He had felt this strange sense of trust in Aizen in their very first meeting. At that time he did not know what had caused it, but as time went on he began to learn about it. Along with relearning the mechanics of his own body and powers, he learned about the man used in the process to revive him. He learned about how this man viewed Aizen in high regard. So much so he felt like his life belonged to Aizen.
These conclusions came from his conversations with Aizen and Amelia, along with the strange unknown emotions he felt towards the Shinigami. He felt himself bound to serve this man. It was true that he could fight this feeling, but the Dragon Lord found it easier to accept it. Especially when his goals were found to be similar to Aizen's.
"Of these servants, which ones are not available for this role?" He asked to shift his line of thought.
"Are you sure you want to know? I would imagine that these names would be rather meaningless to you." His guide remarked in concern.
"Hm. Perhaps. I would like to know either way."
"As you wish." The servant replied, pausing as all the names came to mind.
"If I'm not mistaken, their names are Yammy Llargo, Coyote Starrk, Lilynette Gingerbuck, Baraggan Louisenbairn, Tier Harribel, Ulquiorra Cifer…"
Naz'da'gar quickly zoned out listening to the list of names. This servant was right in that these names were meaningless, and what now felt like a waste of time was starting to bother him.
"…Retsu Unohana, Yoruichi Shihōin, Kisuke Urahara, Mayuri Kurotsuchi, Byakuya Kuchiki…" The servant continued until he was finally silenced by the Dragon Lord.
"It seems you were correct. These names are meaningless to me. Let us continue 'till we reach some usable servants."
"As you wish. But before we go, I must ask, is there anything in particular that you look for in a head servant?"
"If this is someone who is tasked with overseeing the management of my palace, I expect it to be someone open to taking orders. Someone who is loyal, yet sincere, and who will do their work not because they have to, but because they want to."
The Cero Espada found himself following his guide for a good amount of time. As they walked, they naturally went past other servants. This brought up another thing that had changed in him. Something that came up when his eyes fell on the female servants. He had gained an interest for the female humanoid form, and it wasn't related to seeing them as meals, but as females he could mate with.
He found himself letting out a few guttural grunts at some of them. Even excitedly moving his tail in their presence. Acts which only served to further annoy him. Yet, he knew it could be worse had he not spent the past 10 months learning how to deal with his changed body and nature.
Finally, they arrived on top of one of the tower like buildings that rested in the "ocean" that filled part of Las Noches. On top of this building, they were met with a considerable number of other servants who seemed to be on a break.
"Sajin Komamura! The Cero Espada, Naz'da'gar-sama, wishes to see you." The guide formally announced.
The reaction was shared by the entire group as all of them got up, turned to meet the newly arrived Espada and bowed, before rising and staying in perfect formation. In the middle of the group only one walked towards the duo. He stood above all others in height. Even to the Dragon Lord himself. Like the others he wore a butler's outfit, with gloves, and a katana on his left. His head was that of an animal. More specifically a wolf, with light brown fur, and dark, yellowish-brown eyes.
"You asked for me, Naz'da'gar-sama." The massive servant said, taking another bow.
"A demi-human?" The Dragon Lord mumbled in curiosity.
"T-That is not the case. Even if he could pass as one in your world." His guide explained, getting only a nod in reply.
"My guide has informed me that you would be a good option to take on the role of my head servant, in my palace. Would you agree with his opinion?" The Dragon Lord asked calmly.
"That is a rather important role to place upon such a lowly servant as myself. However, if that is your wish, I shall do my best to fill such a role for you, Naz'da'gar-sama." Komamura dutifully replied in a determined tone.
The Espada carefully examined this Sajin Komamura as he spoke. It pleased him to see the characteristics he was looking for in this demi-human-like being. Even if he seemed to hold himself in somewhat low regard, it did not seem to be a crippling issue. It might even be surpassed with the right help. Overall, he would have to agree with his guide. This one did seem to be a perfect fit for his needs.
"I do hope so. Because I will be making my way to my palace right away, and you will be accompanying me." The Dragon Lord stated in a calm, but commanding tone.
"As you wish." Komamura replied, taking another bow.
The newly formed trio began to make their way back to the initial goal, when out of nowhere a small girl with pink hair, dark pink eyes, and wearing a simple looking maid like uniform, emerged from a corridor to their left.
"I found him!" She cheerfully proclaimed, pointing at the Cero Espada.
"And you are?" The Dragon Lord asked with a frown, having had his way blocked.
"Come on, Kenny. I found him!" She continued, ignoring her superior's questions.
"I heard you." A male voice replied, emerging from the same corridor.
Before the trio was now a tall, slim, yet muscular individual in a butler's outfit. He wore an eyepatch covering his right eye, with a scar running down the left side of his face. His exposed eye was green in color and his hair was arranged into several spikes ending in small bells, and on his left rested a long bladed katana.
"Your name?" The Espada sternly asked.
"Kenpachi Zaraki." The newly arrived man replied, with a wide grin.
"Do you have some business with me?"
"Actually… I was wondering if you were interested in a little sparring match." Kenpachi suggested with a smile, receiving a raised eyebrow in reply.
The bipedal Dragon Lord briefly looked over this Kenpachi Zaraki, and sensed a barely contained fighter's impulse to seek out a strong opponent with which to test his mettle. It was also predatory in a sense. Naz'da'gar knew that feeling all too well, and decided to humor him, even though he knew what the likely outcome would be.
"Is there somewhere where we can do it undisturbed?" The Espada asked, looking at his guide.
"Y-Yes."
"Lead the way then." He instructed, getting an even wider grin from Kenpachi.
Aizen and Amelia made their way to her own palace. A guide not being needed, and as they walked, the several servants they passed by naturally greeted both of them. Even if they were ignored for the most part as the duo was in the middle of a conversation.
Arriving at the door to her palace, Aizen very cordially opened them for her, allowing Amelia to enter it first, before he closed them behind him. Looking at the illustrious decorations of her palace, which made anything else she had ever seen pale in comparison, Amelia felt rather pleased with the sight.
In front of her were 21 servants, both male and female. As she analyzed them she found her gaze being drawn to one particular individual who wore a butler's uniform. Unlike the others he did not carry a katana, but something called a "wakizashi". His hair was a light lavender color, and his eyes were narrowed down to slits.
"Welcome.~ I am Gin Ichimaru, the head servant of your palace." The man announced with a bow.
Amelia felt her skin crawl. The almost snake faced man was rather unsettling for some reason she, for the time being, failed to understand. Quickly putting this aside, to keep up her look of superiority, Amelia spoke.
"All of you are dismissed. Expect for you, Gin. I want you to lead the both of us to the bedroom."
"Of course.~ Please follow me."
As he spoke, the man took a small bow with a smile, with what Amelia could tell to be badly hidden sarcasm. Still, he turned around and proceeded to lead the duo to said bedroom, which much like the rest of the palace was extremely well decorated and extravagant. With a wave she dismissed the head servant, before taking a seat on the extremely soft and comfortable bed.
"So, what's his problem?" Amelia asked while looking at Aizen.
"Nothing, really. He is simply a duplicate of the man who once could have been called my right hand." Aizen replied.
"Whatever 'issues' that might have arisen have been properly dealt with." He added with a smirk.
"If that is the case, you could have taken care of that personality of his." Amelia retorted with a huff.
"Think of it, as part of his charm." The Shinigami said amusedly, to which she frowned.
"Very well. Now, close the door. I want some privacy." She had instructed with a mischievous smile.
Aizen did as she said yet showed little to no interest in her intentions. This had been the case since he had gotten a better control of his body and falling to his urges rarely, if ever, happened. While Amelia saw nothing wrong with him being back to what she understood to be his old self, and by extension 100% of his ability, it did deprive her of the unmatched surge of pleasure that was sleeping with him.
It didn't mean, he wasn't open to doing it. However rarely did he allow himself to do so without a proper reason, since Amelia had learned Aizen easily found things to occupy himself with, and by extension not sleep with her. This meant that she had to take a more strategic approach to things if she wanted to share the same bed as him, which luckily for her she had the abilities to make it happen.
"Come on. We should celebrate this huge success of yours." Amelia said, beckoning him to join her in bed.
The Shinigami considered her words for a moment. He could only imagine that she was feeling a bit dissatisfied with their new arrangement considering this particular topic. Having now fully adapted to this new world, he no longer found himself in a position where she could lead him on and get her enjoyment out of him.
He would not say that he had not found some enjoyment in the intimate times they spent together, but it was nothing so pleasing that would permanently affect him. Yet, he did understand that for Amelia, who before meeting him only had sex as a way to break her overwhelming boredom. It was such thoughts that made him wonder what she would have gone to when even sex had lost its interest for her.
That being the case, while he was certain the endeavor they were currently undertaking was enough to keep her interest, Aizen knew it lacked the immediate rush she craved. Not wanting to have to deal with whatever her boredom might bring, Aizen from time to time allowed her to "convince" him to spend some "time" with her. After all, he couldn't risk having his right hand at anything less than 100%, since she was very useful especially for a normal human being.
"Indeed. I believe that over 2 years of hard work deserve, proper celebration." Aizen remarked, closing the distance between them.
"No need to rush." Amelia chuckled, lifting her now bare foot to his mid-section.
"I believe you said we would be having a few days off.~" She added mischievously.
"Indeed, I did."
"Then, let's make up for..."
Amelia's words were cut short, when Aizen calmly pushed her leg aside, reduced the distance between them, and placed his index finger on her lips silencing her. She quickly understood what he meant, and fully agreed with him. Her talking was only wasting more time.
Both the Dragon Lord and Kenpachi were taken to one of the many training centers in Las Noches. They occupied one of the many open spaces designed for sparring matches. He gave a nod to begin, and Kenpachi wasted no time to respond in kind. For the most part the Espada did nothing. Either easily avoiding his opponent's sword swings or using his hand to wave the blade aside.
While the one-handed sword swings seemed a bit wild, they held masterful levels of precision and skill. Despite that however, their power gap was simply too wide, and although Naz'da'gar could sense an odd fluctuation in his opponents power, it was nothing that he could not handle as the strongest of the Espada.
He let out a sigh, getting bored of the affair, thinking that maybe he should try to actually do something. His thoughts were brought to an abrupt end when his opponent stopped mid-motion and gave him a bored expression as well.
"While being in a sparring match with the Cero Espada is cool and all, I was expectin' to see some of that power of yours." Kenpachi remarked.
"Hmph. If you insist."
With one flap of his massive wings, the Espada doubled the distance between them, followed by motioning Kenpachi to come after him, which he eagerly did. Naz'da'gar took in a deep breath. A process that was followed by the spikes on his back starting to stand erect and glow blue.
When Kenpachi was close enough, the Dragon Lord then unleashed a stream of blue flame. The flames struck the floor, soon creating a wall of fire between himself and his opponent. One that from what he understood of Kenpachi and the power he put into it, would do little to stop his would be adversary.
Kenpachi let out a joyful and maniacal laugh as his blade sliced through the flames, and he went in for a downwards swing on the Espada, who this time around easily caught the blade in between his right index and middle finger. Lifting his free hand, clenched into a fist, the Espada concentrated a small portion of purple colored energy into it, and followed up by delivering a punch to Kenpachi's gut, sending him flying into the ground.
He didn't put that much power into it, so it wasn't surprising when his opponent began to get up, only to stop mid-motion when he finally noticed the upper half of his outfit being eaten away by purple colored flames.
"Don't worry. I held back enough so you will only lose that part of your outfit." The Espada lazily informed.
"…"
Kenpachi was about to speak, when the Dragon Lord lifted his hand.
"That's enough. We can continue this at another time."
"Hah! I'll be waiting." Kenpachi growled back, as his superior walked away.
Jillur and Annika were being led by a servant towards an area of Las Noches used to create portals to certain locations that, in their own words, which would make it easier for the Espada to move around from now on. They arrived at a large area with several doors with numbers on them. Behind each door were two pillars connected to a machine responsible for picking the destination and activating the portal.
The door with the number "1", was already open with a portal, and a servant inside by what would be called a computer in another world. Before they were allowed to leave, the duo was given a ring similar to theirs, but it could only be used once to open a gate back to that very room. The Espada looked at each other before walking through the portal, and shortly after finding themselves in the shore near the port where their target was supposed to land.
"How should we proceed~?" Annika asked in her usual friendly and soft tone.
"I'll go on my own. There's no need for you to go with me." Jillur flatly replied.
"Oh?~ Are you sure?"
"We just need to sink the ship. It's better for me to go alone." He curtly informed, to which she sighed with a tinge of disappointment and boredom.
"If you insist.~ I will remain near here, in case something else comes up."
Jillur gave her a simple nod and began to walk away from the port, wanting to find an isolated location to begin his part of the operation. Having found a relatively hidden stop near some large rock formations, he proceeded to remove all of his clothing, including his ring.
He then placed on a pair of skin tight pants made for when he had to go out swimming. His other clothing was carefully placed on a bag which he then hid under a few large stacks of rocks. Having done this he began to walk deeper and deeper into the water, using his hands to hydrate his inactive gills.
Soon enough he was easily making his way through the water. However, he was not making his way deeper into the sea, but instead he was moving along the shore. His destination was a particular cave near a rarely used beach, given the fact some water went into the cave into a very small underground lake, the Espada was able to make travel completely underwater.
Given his amazing speed underwater, Jillur made this trip in less than an hour. Having no real need to breath, he only breached the surface when he had finally arrived at the underwater lake, which given its size was closer to a very large pool.
He was not alone, for outside of the water, resting on a rock was a woman. This was not any woman however, but a female Merfolk. To be more specific, a huntress of the species, her status being represented by the spear that laid next to her. She was naked, as it made it easier for her to follow her prey. Her skin was light blue in color, small fins emerged from her lower arms and legs, with another going down her back.
Her face was very human like. So much so her beauty could even be appreciated by a limited number of men or women. However, her eyes were much like those of a fish but much more responsive than those would ever be. Her long hair which was only slightly darker then her skin, was braided into a long ponytail so it wouldn't get in the way when she swam. Once on her feet she would be just slightly shorter than him. Her body was slim and athletic, which helped to hide how strong she actually was, with her bust being of a modest size.
The sound of something emerging from the water, seemed to startle her, as she quickly got back to her feet with spear at hand. Very quickly she saw how much she had then overreacted. When her eyes fell upon Jillur, who she went to help out of the water, something he did not need yet accepted nonetheless.
"Thank you." Jillur said, as he walked past her.
He did this not noticing that her eyes had immediately gone to the back of his neck where a 7 rested. She would comment on it, but her senses were quick to pick up on other things, even after the long period of time he had spent underwater.
Jillur took a few steps away from her before turning to look upon her. One would expect a heartfelt embrace from these lovers who had been apart for so long, but that did not happen. The Espada simply wasn't the type of man to be easily swept up in the emotion of the moment, so it was up to her to act. As she closed the distance between them and placed a hand over his chest.
"I thought that you would leave me waiting yet again." She said in a low tone.
"My apologies. My work kept me from coming." Jillur explained, placing his hand over hers.
"Your work…"
The huntress took a step away from him, thinking of what she should say next. She was unsure if insisting on the fact he had, for little over 10 months, left her waiting for him on this same day, in this same spot.
"I-Is this related to that man you spoke to me about? Is t-that why you have been branded?" She asked, her words carrying visible anger.
"Mira, I ask you to please calm down."
"I am calm. Just answer me." Mira said, in a pleading tone.
"Yes, this is related to him. I work for him as one of the Espada…" He began to explain, but she interrupted him.
"As in the Espada Mercenary Company?" She asked, surprising Jillur.
"I... Y-You are aware of us?"
"My kind is prone to listening in on land dwellers when we come near the shore."
"I see. Yes, I am one of them. As you saw I am the 7th strongest." Jillur informed, seemingly shocking her.
"H-How is that possible!? Someone like you… W-Who is capable of so many great feats, h-how can you be so low in rank?"
Finally, she managed to break through his outer shell, as the Espada gave her a weak chuckle, his left hand going to where his ring normally rested.
"There isn't that much too it, I am simply surrounded by very powerful individuals." He replied, causing her to frown.
"Still, I doubt any of them could do what you can." Mira remarked, not satisfied with his explanation.
"T-Then, I take it that that is why I… can smell another woman on you." Mira said, lowering her head so as not to see his reaction.
"I ask you to not think anything of it. The one you smell is named Annika Masador Aenar, she is my partner. All of the Espada have to work in pairs."
"S-She smells strange… a-and is so... intense. I would think that the two of you…"
This time around Jillur, closed the distance between them embracing, Mira in the process. He was not completely tone-deaf, and knew that she was not moved by words alone.
"That is not true. I have eyes for no one else. You know this." He reassured her.
"I do. It's just been too long. I miss you, Jillur." Mira admitted, looking up at him.
"I know. B-But I still have a mission to see through. This... is just a detour."
Mira pushed him away from her, only succeeding because he allowed it, his words had not settled well with her. It didn't matter that it was the truth, as she knew that he was no liar, but would prefer that he would be more careful about how he worded things.
"Do you need my assistance?"
"That is not why I am here, Mira. I wanted to see you… I hoped to make up for those times I was unable to come see you."
"Would you stay the night with me?"
"I am sorry, but I cannot."
Mira let out a weak sigh, letting herself fall back on the rock she was sitting on not long ago. She should have expected this. After all, she had spent almost an entire year with him before he left. He was a man who made his work his number one priority.
Not only that, but from small exchanges, she had learned that he held the one known as Aizen in very high regard. Feeling towards him a large sense of gratitude. She knew that no matter what happened, this man would always hold over Jillur some kind of control. It was too much of her to ask him to prioritize her over whatever Aizen asked of him.
"Can... I go with you?" She reluctantly asked.
"N… If you keep your distance." Jillur replied.
"O-Of course."
"Then, what are we doing?"
"Sinking a ship. And we are not going to be the ones to do it. We will only lead to it."
For a moment Mira was at a loss, but her mind quickly went through everything she knew he was capable of. It didn't take long for a possible meaning for what he implied came to her, and she could only gasp at the realization.
"Y-You will do such a thing?"
"I will. It will also be a good way to see how good my control over it is."
She only gave him a nod, since after knowing what was going to happen, she could only place her trust and life in his hands. A decision that ultimately, she was very comfortable with. Turning around, and picking up her spear, Mira began to walk towards the water, but Jillur spoke up getting her attention.
"Is something the matter? It is strange that I startled you so easily." He remarked.
"Actually… Recently we have been worried about the situation with the 'Deep Ones'." Mira replied in concern.
"I thought your people did not actively get involved with them."
"We don't. However, they have been more active than usual, and going further away from what we believe is their territory."
"Do you need my help?" Jillur asked.
"No, you have already helped us enough. And we can deal with them well enough, since they are not violent unless provoked."
"Are you sure I am not needed?" He then insisted.
"I am."
"Very well. Hold onto me while we go."
"Like we usually do. I know."
The duo jumped into the water as Mira wrapped her arms around him, with Jillur also grabbing onto her. Like that he went off swimming in the direction of his target.
It didn't take him that long to see in the distance the ship named, "Water Wolf". It was a rather impressive looking ship, making it a shame that he had to destroy it. As his and Mira's heads emerged from the water, watching the ship in the distance, he could feel her heart beating faster which worried him.
"Is something wrong?"
"N-No. I'm just excited to see you at work.~" She happily replied, almost sounding like a school girl.
"Hm. I hope to not disappoint." He said as he smirked, going back underwater.
Jillur went several feet down, stopping when the time felt right. He made sure Mira was holding onto him as tight as she could, and only then did he activate [Ki Manipulation], an ability that enabled him to control unintelligent sea life, by channeling his Ki into the water itself, it acted as a conduit, facilitating the ability's activation.
He called upon a mighty creature. One that he had come in contact with before. It was during this encounter that he had meet Mira, and saved her and her people from it's wrath. The creature was the member of a very rare species which normally dwelt in the open ocean, or in its darkest spaces. It was known for being able to create terrible storms and destroy whole cities because of them. This creature was one of the Krakens.
It took a few minutes before he got a reaction, but his senses soon picked up the behemoth moving through the dark waters. It had never really returned home, much like he had instructed it. After all, what good would a creature like this be if it was miles away from him. His heightened senses picked up on its movements, and he could tell where the beast was going. It was going straight to the ship he had indicated as its new prey. Swimming back to the surface the only thing that was left was to watch the Kraken go to work.
Mira however, kept her head underwater, wanting to see the creature itself via her specialized eyes. Even if she had seen it more than once, she never felt less amazed by it. The creature's lower body was long, lean and fish like, while the upper body was humanoid, possessing two arms on each side, which were very flexible ending in four fingered hands.
Its head had several fish like features, with an almost beak like mouth, displaying two teeth on the lower jaw. From its head and to the caudal fin it had several spikes and some small fins. The creature's body was greenish in color, and massive in proportions, to the point she was sure it would only need two hands to pull the ship under the waves.
Soon, the creature breached the surface of the water, the resulting water displacement pushing the ship away from it. However, using one hand the Kraken stopped it. Screams could soon be heard through the air, but these were easily overwhelmed by an annoyed roar from the beast. It lifted another one of its free arms into the air, before bringing it down on the ship easily breaking it into two.
"It's done." Mira remarked.
"Not yet. I have to make sure there is nothing left." Jillur said, in a serious tone.
They spent the following five minutes watching the creature slowly sink what was left of the ship and when that was done, they witnessed it either eating or squashing the survivors. Only after all of this, did the behemoth go back to its lair and Jillur decided to swim away from the scene.
The morning after, Jillur returned to where he had left his things. Much to his surprise Annika was already waiting for him, sitting on a dried rock with his bag next to her.
"Someone's had a fun night.~" She said with an amused chuckle, before throwing the bag back to him.
"I do not know what you mean." Jillur remarked dismissively.
"Hmm.~ You have this strange glow on you. I wonder what happened...~" Annika teased with another chuckle.
"May I have some privacy to change?" He asked in a neutral tone.
"Of course.~" She cordially replied before walking away.
Annika waited by the water, near the rocks, not having to wait for that long a time until Jillur emerged back in his regular clothing, which hid most of his features.
"Did you sink the ship?"
"I did. What did you do?"
"I took out some people who were waiting for said ship, and its shipment.~"
"Then, it seems we finished our assignment." Jillur flatly remarked.
"From what we know, that seems to be the case. We should go back and report to Aizen-sama?~"
Going to an isolated area, Annika put on the ring that was given to them before the mission started, which she then used to create a portal back to Las Noches. Walking through the portal, they found themselves back in the same room, with the same servant looking over the machines, and the same one who had guided them.
"Is the mission completed?"
"It is.~" Annika replied with a smile.
"We destroyed the ship and got rid of those waiting for it at the port." She added.
"Very well. I shall go to inform Aizen-sama. You two are free to do as you please." The guide said, with a bow.
Having been give permission to rest, the Espada spent the next few days mostly in Las Noches. From time to time they would go into their own world, but they did little there, before going back to Hueco Mundo. In the case of Amelia and Aizen, they rarely left her palace, or more specifically her bedroom. Of course, when needed a break would be taken, and they would take care of whatever business needed to be dealt with.
That was the case, when Gin knocked at their door, and informed them that one of their contacts in the Adventurer's Guild, had informed them of an incident that was taking place in E-Rantel's cemetery, involving large numbers of undead.
"What else do we know, Gin?" Aizen asked from the other side of the door.
"Nothing else of relevance, Aizen-sama.~"
"Gather the Espada. We will be there shortly."
"As you wish."
"..."