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The Skies have no Limit
macmacnick:
--Cathedral Docks--
After proceeding to the docking bays, and a few Ad-hoc docking maneuvers later, the fleet successfully docks at the ports. Later, Captain Mac and three others set out to find accommodations. But, before they could leave the docks, they are confronted by a Cathedral Militia officer.
Militia Officer
"Are you Captain Mac?"
Mac
"Yes, I am."
Militia Officer
"If you so could, could you come with me to Customs Headquarters?"
Mac
"What is the reason for which you want us to come to Customs?"
Militia Officer
"Cathedral's Customs department wants you and your fleet to be registered, due to the suddenness that you came upon us, and the unusual airship designs you and your fleet possess would, if registered, be able to be accommodated in the future if registered, as the process requires a schematic of the airship model, if the airship is of unknown make.
Mac
"Very well then, we shall register our fleet."
Mac motions for the rest of the group to come with him.
--Catedral Customs Headquarters--
After filling out and submitting all the required paperwork for registration, Mac turns to head out and finds his path blocked by a man possessing an air of authority.
Lieutenant Daniels
"So, you must be Captain Mac, of the VSS Crii'c'et."
Mac
"Yes, that I am."
Daniels
"The city government was quite intrigued regarding how you and your fleet appeared out of nowhere, and as such, were inquiring about your motives of coming to Cathedral."
Mac
"Although our ships bear extensive armaments, we do not come to instigate conflict. We are just a tier two diplomatic envoy."
Daniels
"Tier two envoy? Tier two envoy out of what?"
Mac
"Tier two out of five, with tier one being the largest. We came to Cathedral to seek out a hub for trade, we also are seeking to establish a embassy here, to begin to establish relations with other independent cities along with other nations. We are doing this now, as our homeland, the great bakery in the mountains, is eventually going to be threatened by the Yeshan Empire, due to the Empire's proximity to our mountain home."
Daniels
"Well then, you can use this city as a trade hub; to establish an embassy here, though, you would have to go through the city's council and get it approved. Oh, and what exactly did you say your faction's name was?"
Mac
"Cake."
Captain Lockheart:
The peaceful atmosphere over Cathedral was that of its usual characteristics; the bustling Docks, full to bursting with ships. Trading ships, war galleys, the lot. Tradesmen and Mercenaries alike tried to drum up trade from the passing crowds of sailors and citizens. Until 2 quick, light pitched buzzes passed over the city at immense speed. The Squids were lightly armored and possessed no weapons; built for speed. A few scrapes and cracks garnished their Hulls, and a few burn marks aswell. For about 15 seconds they circled the docks in unison, before stopping, lowering towards the city and remaining staionary.
Guardsman 1 : "What on earth now?!. More of that new fleet you think?"
Guardsman 2 : "Cant be. Their too late and the Docks are already full, i dont know why their there."
Both Guardsmen pulled out Spyglasses and glared at the 2 vessels... For only a few seconds later a battered and broken Galleon, With a dragon figurehead also joined the squids to loom over the City. The name on its side bore: "The Yeshan Dragon"
Guardsman 2 : "Oh Lord, another one"
A few moments later Ropes began to fall down to just dangle above the Dock floor. The Guardsmen watched as lines of the Light Blue and Grey clad crew of the ship slid their way down from the ships to the Docks, where citizens were now gathering. The Men and Women of the ships were a rather Smartly dressed bunch in their Faded Cyan Blue Uniforms, and a few officers in their White Corsair jackets and a 2 men with Burgundy Dust coats and 1 in a Horologist grey, embroidered war coat. With Swept hair and Goggles over his eyes. The obvious captains. Except... Something was out of place; all the crew were spattered with blood here and there, they all looked weary, sad and tired.
Captain Lockheart Stood among his small host of Chaladonians, looking to his officers for support, his vision was blurry. His hand rested on his hip which was in immense pain, to comfort it and keep his bandage in place. He Doubled over in pain as his stomach protested to whatever was in it. He desperately scanned behind the faces of the citizens for the nearest building. It was the Customs office; he signaled to 3 of his men and half limped half crawled to the door. He summoned all his strength and kicked the door open with one arm bleeding and the other holding his bandage, he barely made it down the rope lines.
The men who were inside the room were taken aback by the Chaladonian Nobleman. But he wasn't what he once was after the siege of Anvala. All they could see was 3 Men Brandishing swords step into the room after him, sunlight flooded their vision. But just as they blocked it out.
Lockheart Collapsed face first into the floor, blood seeping out onto the floor...
Gryphos:
--Northern docks--
Gareth, Lyre and Zardis stand on the docks, waiting patiently for Michael's preparation of the ship to be complete.
Lyre
"Are you sure this is a wise thing to do?"
Gareth
"We need people in Vyshtorg, people that might as well be us."
Lyre
"Yes but... Are you sure we'll be welcome."
Zardis
"Why wouldn't you be?"
Gareth
"We're Arashi, at least me and Lyre are. Michael and the lads are from... somewhere. But two Arashi might be enough to draw us some attention in Vyshtorg."
Zardis
"I've come to know a few things about keeping out of sight, it shouldn't be a problem."
Gareth
"I do hope you're right. I'd hate to be imprisoned by the very same people we're trying to save."
--Vyshtorg, guildhall courtyard--
A man in fine robes of grey and purple, adorned with gold, sits on the bench, his greying brown hair blowing a bit in the wind. A servant or butler joins him.
Servant
"Master Slava."
Slava
"Yes?"
Servant
"A telegram has arrived from Yesha, from the Deer."
Slava
"Interesting. And it says?"
Servant
"It simply reads that we can expect a friendly outreach from the Yeshans in the near future."
Slava
"That is good news. I never liked the current Deer, such a conniving snob. But at least he doesn't let that get in the way of the Empire's best interests."
Servant
"Shall I arrange for a return message to be sent?"
Slava
"Yes, why don't you. Show our gratitude and deepest hope that this can be profitable for the both of us."
Servant
"Right away, sir."
The servant leaves and Slava sits back, deep in thought, steepling his fingers together.
Slava
"Maybe I was wrong about the Deer."
Captain Lockheart:
--SOMEWHERE IN CHALADONIAN AIRSPACE--
Alexander: "Where the hell is he?"
Alexander pulls out his spyglass and scans the horizon. Adrian walks down the steps from the Helm to the Deck of the "Arbor Gold"
Adrian: " I have no idea... *sigh*, Julius has probably gone through some convoluted and stupendously complicated "shortcut".., the lad knows nothing of the skies by Cathedral, even if he did from those Embassy and trade runs the Order sent him on, i'd expect him home by now, Cecelia is growing worried. Julius has already left her once for months on end, why do it again?"
Alexander stares His father in the eye, and says in a grave tone:
Alexander: "What if he's encountered trouble?, or-or... he-he crashed!"
Adrian dismisses Alexanders worries with a brief flick of his hand.
Adrian: "Come now, He's a Lockheart. He's Your brother at that; one of the most powerful families in the realm from Averna to Vyshtorg to Alierion!, We hold sway in trade in most parts of the world as we know it. Our heritage dating back from Archibald the Trader; one of the wealthiest merchants in Vyshtorg, until a attempt on his life forced him to seek refuge in Averna, where his al-"
Alexander: " Already welcoming contacts assured him a seat here for eternity... Yes yes you told me several hundred times.. Although i almost doubt it.." * puts his spyglass away * " Still, Julius is brash and foolish.. He could've gotten into a mess"
The two men walk off towards their quarters, while deckhands and navigators plot courses and clean the ship around them. Adrian stops outside the door to his quarters, then turns to Alexander.
Adrian: "Although i think the chance Julius is in Trouble is very unlikley. Get on the telegram and send the "Commodore Becket" to Cathedral. Its already on course to fly near there on its trade run, but tell Old Gerris to stop by and see if he can find out anything on your brothers whereabouts"
BdrLineAzn:
Cathedral
With the conclusion of breakfast, Gryphos' and BdrLine's group went their separate ways to prepare for the mission ahead. Before they left, BdrLine gave Gryphos his ship radio frequency so that they can keep contact with each other.
Northern Docks
Ny-Lee, BdrLine and their respective partners arrives to the northern dock section. The three stops in front of the twin Yeshan Pyramidions and see that both of the ships crew were finishing with final check ups, well on the Comet it's crew are on its final check ups where as the crew on the Lighting are lounging on the main deck.
Walking past Ny-Lee's ship, she, Roland, BdrLine, and Althea board Syá's to speak to her.
Once on board, Syá and the two others break their conversation and turn to see who come on. Seeing that it was Ny-Lee, Syá stands and greets the four.
(Ny-Lee)
So everything ready for our departure at the end of the day?
(Syá)
Should be.
(Ny-Lee)
Should be?
(Syá)
You saw Lau and the other two when you walked past right?
(Ny-Lee)
Yes, did they do something on my ship? Is it that why they are not done yet?
(Syá)
Yes and yes. They was an engine problem on board and the three of them collectively couldn't fix it. So I sent Chung here to find a way. Thirty minutes pass and poof, fixed.
(Ny-Lee)
Well at least it's almost done. I guess we can all take a break before we leave.
(BdrLine)
Well looks like you guys are tip top. Time to see what my two are doing to my ship.
(Althea)
Knowing Charles and Courage, either something good or bad. Maybe both.
(BdrLine)
Arg don't remind me. Sometimes I wonder how they became Guardsmen. Well see you Ny, Roland, I'll radio in once we get further information.
(Ny-Lee)
Alright, see you brother.
(Roland)
See you Azn, hope we can settle this.
(BdrLine)
Hehe, with our group, we can do the impossible. Just careful with yourselves. All of you.
With a sense of seriousness that he display rarely, BdrLine looks each of the people that are present briefly in the eye. After a few moments everyone gives a small nod to signal their understanding.
Accepting that they get the message, BdrLine demeanour change back to his usually self. Hands interlocking with Althea, they both leave and head to BdrLine's Goldfish.
Walking past a few berths, the pair arrives to the Comet. From the docks, they can see both Charles and Courage inside the top cabin where they seem fiddling with an object.
(BdrLine)
Hmm looks like they are done with maintenance, what in the Gods are they doing now?
(Althea)
Well there the helm, the radio equipment, and our personal weapons. Pick one of the three.
BdrLine faces goes to a groan and places a hand over his face.
(BdrLine)
I hope they are not doing what I think they are doing.
(Althea)
What is it?
(BdrLine)
You said our personal weapons. And I told them to check our ship and everything in it. There is one thing that they won't figure out on how to disassemble.
(Althea)
Ohh.
(BdrLine)
Yeah, come on before they break it.
Inside the main cabin, Charles and Courage break their own rule on not touching Bdr's rifle and starts to tinker on how to open it. With the weapon on a table, they check every nook and cranny to find an opening. Tools are scattered around they as they use each one.
After another failed attempt, Charles tosses another tool.
(Charles)
How?!? I mean how can a simple weapon like this be hard for us?
(Courage)
Like I said a million times..
(Charles)
I know, I know. But still at least both of them could have made a simpler way to disassemble it.
(Behind them a male voice)
If we did, then it can be massed produced for all the wrong reasons.
Startled, the two turn around and see Althea and BdrLine in the doorway to the cabin. Shaking his head, BdrLine goes to the table and checks his rifle.
(BdrLine)
Hmm, looks like you two didn't do anything that can break it. Which is good. Althea can you? I still have to make that call.
(Althea)
Yeah.
BdrLine then hand over his rifle to Althea and moves to the radio and starts dialling in Zankief's frequency. With the rifle in hand, Althea goes to the table and, with a click, removes the barrel from the stock.
Surprised, Courage and Charles makes room for her and watches from behind as she easily take the rifle apart.
(Charles)
How do you?
(Althea)
Azn taught me, plus my pistols that Yiski made for me had the same way to disassemble them. It just his rifle was a bit more complex.
On the radio, BdrLine can hear static until a familiar voice comes through.
(Zankief)
Ahh BdrLine, long time my friend, how are you? Heard what you guys did near the Wastes.
(BdrLine)
Word already spread? That was fast.
(Zankief)
The death of those whose cause the attack on Cathedral, news like that will spread like wild fire. What you need? I feel like this call is about business.
(BdrLine)
How you know me all so well. But first thing, this is all secure rights?
(Zankief)
Always. So what is it now?
(BdrLine)
Well I got word from a new friend of mine that there maybe a covert operation to take over the Guild by war expansionist from Yesha.
(Zankief)
*sighs* Seems like most of the bad stuff always come from the Empire.
(BdrLine)
Don't remind me, it's just those extreme expansionist that gives us the bad rep. You know how my father has to deal with them with each meeting.
(Zankief)
Yeah, your father is a good man looking for peace after centuries of death. So I. Guessing you want me and my men to look into this?
(BdrLine)
Yes, also my new friends are heading to the capital to find things out as well. So they may need a way in.
(Zankief)
So just like the last time. Fake papers, equipment and accommodations?
(BdrLine)
Yes. Also my ship maybe joining with them on the trip.
(Zankief)
Alright I'll get the preperations. Call in when you are near.
(BdrLine)
On it.
With the conversation with Zankief over, BdrLine then tries to call Gryphos.
(BdrLine)
Gryphos you there? I got help to get into Vychtorg.
Back with the trio, Althea finish with the rifle and is in the process of assembling it back. From the outside, they hear the noise of engines on full blast. Curious, the three of the peak out while BdrLine is still on the radio. Flying around the perimeter of the city, they spot two squids in a scurry. Stopping near the southern docks of the city, they watch as they lower out of sight.
(Charles)
That was a sight.
(Courage)
Wonder why they are in a hurry.
(Althea)
Maybe because of that.
Pointing out to the horizon, they spot an outline of a batter Galleon as it limp to the southern docks where it drops from their view as well.
(Courage)
Is it me or was that Galleon familiar?
(Althea)
I think so. Well we ind out later, we got more things to handle.
Cathedral City Centre
After a meal at a Chaladoion restaurant, Shen and Liu walks to the Council Hall to see if they can find Xin and talk to him. Entering the lobby of the building, they notice several hallways extending out from the main lobby. In the middle of the lobby lies a large reception desk. The two walks to the desk where one of the receptionist notices them and addresses them.
(Receptionist)
Hello, and welcome to the Council Hall. May I ask the reason for this visit?
(Shen)
Yes, is Councilman Xin in? We request a meeting.
(Receptionist)
Yes, let call his office... ... ... ... Hello Councilman, there are two people here requesting a meeting... ... ... ... Yes ... ... ... Alright I'll tell them. The Councilman schedule is booked and may not have space to accommodate the two of you. He asks for your names so he can squeeze you in.
(Shen)
Alight, my name is Shen Zhao of the Yeshan Oxen and Liu Zhao of the White Lotus Trading Company.
With wide eyes, the Receptionist immediately goes back to the Councilman on hold and tells him who is asking for the meeting.
(Receptionist)
... Yes Mr. and Mrs. Zhao of Yesha... Yes ... Alright...
With the click of the phone on the receiver, the Receptionist turns to the pair.
(Receptionist)
The Councilman is waiting for you in his office, it's down the Yeshan District corridor in the second hallway on the left. Just follow the signs from there on.
(Shen)
Thank you.
(Receptionist)
You are welcome Mr. Zhao.
Leaving the receptionist area, the two walk to the designated hallway and towards the Councilman's office. In this portion of the building, they notice that much of the theme was that of Yeshan design.
(Shen)
Almost like home.
(Liu)
Almost. At least we have a meeting Xin. Good thing he remembers you.
(Shen)
Good thing is right, with him here we can discuss this conspiracy that is going behind the scene.
(Liu)
Think he will side with us?
(Shen)
He will.
(Liu)
How do you feel confident that he won't takes us to the Tiger?
(Shen)
Because he and I strive for peace and diplomacy between each of the Fractions. This is why the majority of the Senate voted him to be our representative.
(Liu)
If you and him strived for peace, why weren't you voted?
(Shen)
Hehe, if I went I can't spend my time with you.
(Liu)
Ahh, you romantic.
(Shen)
I know, well we are almost here, now where is it?
For the next several minutes, the duo walks around finding the office.
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