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Burning Skies Saloon Quest: Past, Present, and Future

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Shinkurex:
*When the table flipped, Shink Rushed the closest guy, and with two quick jabs knocks him to the floor. Shink spins around just in time to see a chair whiz by his head*

"Little help here Papa?"

*Papa was off in his corner causing wreckage wherever he went. Papa lunges into another group, and knocks them all out in quick succession. After all the patrons of the bar have been either been knocked out, or wounded so bad that they were no threat. At this time, a gunshot could be heard, and at the entrance to the bar was filled with peackeepers. All guns were trained on the pair (Maybe a little bit more on Papa)*

"Make one move that I don't like, and I'll riddle you full of holes. We're all going to take a nice trip down to holding cell"

"Well Papa...Got any bright ideas?"

RearAdmiralZill:
*Zill grunts again at the thought of Shink and Papa making a rukus in town.*
I cant be......bothered about Papa....and Shink will be fine....

Plus the doctors dont want him moving, so might as well stay one night. BdrLine and Ny's parents would like that too.

True. As much as I want to get back to Anvala, I think Roland deserves some time with their family.

*Yiski lets Zill rest and leaves the room. Jun'ko looks at Zill.*
Guess we better get comfy.

You dont.....have to stay.

*She gives him a glare.*
Oh sure, so you can try to start moving while im away. Nice try Admiral.

*Zill sighs. He just tries to get comfortable in his temporary dwellings, and Jun'ko is there to comfort him.*

Yiski:
--NARRATOR--

Alright, I'll go run it by Roland.

Yiski leaves Zill's room and makes his way to Roland's. The door's still open and this time it's only Roland, Ny-Lee, and her parents.

Well, Zill and I have come up with a plan.

Are we going to leave immediately?

Naw, given Zill's condition we might be here for another day or two. Can't have Zill dying on us along the way home and Lilly's gonna stay with him. I'd imagine Shink and Paradox have landed themselves in a jail cell somewhere. Plus, I'd imagine you'd want to get to know your future in-laws.

Are you not going to come with us?

I'll probably head down to the docks and get some help refitting the goldfish armor to my specifications. Probably stay the night on the ship too.

There was a general look of shock on on the parents face.

No, no ,no... that won't do at all. I insist you come stay the night with us.

*sigh* Thank you Miss Liu, but I don't want to be a burden on you or Mr. Shen.

Nonsense, plus it will give us time to know each other. We'll be family soon enough and please call me Shen.

Yiski thought for a moment and Shen was right, Yiski was going to have to get to know them, at least for Roland's sake. Plus, Yiski did say they were staying a few days.

I guess I can always refit later. Okay. I'll come along.

Excellent. I believe our auto is still here.

Roland, are you okay to walk?

Yes, I should be fine.

Roland got up and attempted to put weight on his leg, but pain immediately shot up and he sat right back down again. There's a look of distress on Roland's face.

Son, you are in no condition to walk. Give me a minute.

Shen steps out into the hallway and hails down a nurse to fetch a wheelchair. Moments later, the nurse arrives with a wheelchair and Roland gets in. As the Yiski, Roland, and the family where heading out, Ny-Lee went to grab her brothers who were still arguing about who would get a girl first. The argument just made Ny-Lee roll her eyes at her brothers' idiocy.

As the group approaches the entrance, a doctor stops them.

I'm sorry sir, but he hasn't been cleared to leave yet.

Don't worry, I'll have a doctor waiting for him at our place.

Normally, doctors would still make a fuss, but almost everybody knew of Shen and Liu's prestige and influence within the capital. The doctor merely acquiesced and let the family proceed. Outside there was an autos waiting. It was surprisingly big for the average auto. Most autos could only hold four occupants.

Family must be big to need an auto this size.

A few minutes pass before they arrive at Shen's house, or to Yiski...

Dip me in Hellfire, this is a flakin' fortress almost!?

BdrLine chuckled at Yiski's apparent amazement. Yiski looked over to BdrLine.

How the hell did you give this up and end up at my saloon of all places?

The question made everyone laugh. The group exited the auto and there were a handful of servants waiting for them.

Welcome back sir and madam. Is there anything you need?

Yes, please call Dr. Yu and have him look after one of our guest. Also, please prepare BdrLine and Ny-Lee's rooms and two additional guest rooms.

The servants nodded and scurried off into the large manor. Shen turned to Yiski and Roland.

Please make yourselves at home.

Yiski mentally gave a chuckle.

Home, huh? To be home, I'd need a few barrels of Hellfire.

--NARRATOR END--

--END OF DAY 13--

Yiski:
--START OF DAY 14--

--NARRATOR--

Roland woke up well-rested the next morning. It had been the first time during this whole adventure he'd been able to sleep without worrying about having to kill or be killed. He was especially more cheerful when he remembers getting Shen's blessing to marry Ny-Lee.

Roland yawns and stretches his arms feels and scans the room and becomes a bit lonely because Ny-Lee wasn't with him to greet him in the morning. He did spot, however, a pair of crutches and the wheelchair. Roland stands up and puts some very light pressure on his ankle. It still hurt, but manageable, so Roland decided to use the crutches.

Roland gets to the door and opens it only to see Ny-Lee walk right into him and taking the two of them down. Roland and Ny-Lee stare into each others faces for a few seconds. Roland gave a grin.

You know dear, we really need to stop meeting each other like this.

Ny-Lee giggles and leans in to kiss him. Another few seconds pass by before she breaks the kiss.

Then again, I think I could learn to love this.

I'm sure you would.

The two keep their positions for a bit until...

AHEM!

This caused Ny-Lee to jump up with Roland slow to rise, making sure he doesn't strain his ankle too much. They look at BdrLine with flushed cheeks. BdrLine gives a deep sigh.

For my sake, would you at least keep it inside the room and keep the door shut?

Ny-Lee sticks her tongue at her brother.

The three head downstairs into the dinning hall where they see Yiski, Shen, and Liu talking. Coming closer, the three can tell the conversation hinged around a little bit of small talk, but the bulk was on the engagement. Eventually, everyone was present with the exception of Zill and Jun'ko. Those two were still in the room with Dr. Yu looking over Zill's injuries. Dr. Yu had stated that Zill could potentially be fit for piloting within another day or two.

Another exception to the group were Shink and Paradox who, as Yiski guessed, were in a local guard barrack holding cell.

During the afternoon, Shen and Liu decided to get supplies to celebrate Ny-Lee and Roland's engagement and invite a few high-ranking guests. Yiski was "encouraged" to get fitted for a formal wear suit by Liu and Ny-Lee. After the fitting and alterations were done, Yiski looked at himself in the mirror.

By the merciful skies, I'm glad Zill's not here to see this.

Roland on the other hand took it all in stride.

My Ny-Lee, Roland does dress up really well. It's a shame I'm not a few years younger, or I may have gone after Roland myself.

Ny-Lee and Roland blushed. Ny-Lee more so from embarrassment.

Mother!

By the time the evening rolled around, preparation for the engagement party were set and ready. Guests from all over Chang-ning were entering. The whole spectacle made Yiski's head spin a bit. During this time, Yiski heard some laughter from behind him. He turned to see Zill sitting in a wheelchair manned by Jun'ko.

Ha! I never thought I'd see the day the "Legendary Crimson Bolt" wear a suit.

Yeah, yeah, laugh it up now pretty boy. Soon enough you'll find yourself in a similar position soon.

Zill scoffed at the comment and looked to Jun'ko to mirror his thoughts. Consequently, Jun'ko did share in Zill's mental process and instead was slightly blushing. Zill thought...

Women and the idea of marriage. Flak.

The night went on with music, song, dance, drinking, and congratulations given to the newly engaged couple. The couple were bombarded by a constant wave of people talking to them. For a while, Ny-Lee was worried Roland wouldn't be able to handle all these people, but it dissolved when Roland was able to field all the different topics. Working in a saloon had its advantages.

--NARRATOR END--

--END OF DAY 14--


(Token post for Cogs today. Again, please come out and watch the Cogs' stream at www.twitch.tv/qwerty2jam today at 4 p.m. EST)

Yiski:
--START OF DAY 15--

--NARRATOR--

It was the morning after the engagement party. Yiski was the first to get up and stretch his arms out wide.

You know I could get used to sleeping in a bed like this, but nothin' will beat my saloon.

Yiski got dressed and left the room. Across the hall, he could see Zill and Jun'ko leaving the room too. Zill was still in his wheelchair, but could now manage to push himself to some extent.

Feelin' good enough to fly?

Even if I'm not, you think that'll stop me?

Nope, though I think someone else might think otherwise.

Zill looked up to Jun'ko who gave him a scowl look. Zill laughed.

Don't worry, I'll be much better once I'm up in air again.

The three then set out downstairs into to the main floor and found Ny-Lee and Roland waiting for them.

Are we heading out?

Seems that way. Where's BdrLine and your folks Ny-Lee?

My brother went to the docks after the party ended. He said he wanted to update our ships' engines to get us back to Anvala sooner. Mother and Father are out in town. They have an auto waiting for us.

Where's Shink and Paradox?

Well, Mother and Father got word the two of them ended up in jail. They were going to the jail to bail them out and meet us at the docks.

The sooner we get Paradox out of here the better.

Agreed.

The team arrived at the docks and saw BdrLine, Shink, Paradox, Shen, and Liu. Zill waved over to them as the approached.

The engines good to go BdrLine?

Yup. Everything is set. It should only take a few days to Anvala.

Liu went over to hug Ny-Lee.

Oh, I will miss you. Please contact us when you can, especially your wedding date.

I will Mother.

Shen approached Roland and shook his hand.

Take care of my little princess.

I will sir.

Liu then hugged BdrLine despite the fact he was covered in grease, dust, and oil.

Please, please contact us more often.

That's right son. Don't make your mother worried because she takes it out on me.

Liu gave her husband a sharp look, but Shen and BdrLine gave a small laugh.

I'll try.

During the goodbyes, Paradox was already on board the galleon when he yelled out.

Dammit can we please get going here. I don't ever want to come here again.

Eventually, Zill, Jun'ko, Paradox, and Shink were on the galleon, and Yiski, Roland, Ny-Lee, and BdrLine on the goldfish. Both ships named Then It Was Fixed Again and M'Naghten Returns, respectively. Yiski calls out into the radio.

Ready to hit the skies?

Always.

The captains then started their engines and left Chang-ning port. Soon the team could see the city in the far horizon behind them. It would only be a six day trip back to Anvala.

--NARRATOR END--

--END OF DAY 15--

--END OF PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE--


(Zill, when you can, please lock this thread and unlock the main thread. Main saloon thread will be opened tomorrow. Sorry for two token posts in a row, but I have a lot of work to do.)

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