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Burning Skies Saloon
Yiski:
--NARRATOR--
The group set up a temporary base inside the Dock's warehouse. Paradox sent for more overnight supplies. The group decided on the same watch set as last night, except BdrLine stayed glued to the radio to see if anymore information on the Birdmen came in.
Before retiring for the night, Yiski called Roland over. Yiski had the box he grabbed from the saloon earlier on his lap.
Are you going to tell me what is inside?
Yup. It's some of Micheal's military gear.
Yiski opened the box and it only had two items: A single piece of crimson shoulder armor and a M1911 pistol.
These are for you Roland.
What?
Micheal only wanted these to go to you when either he or I thought you should. Given the recent events, I see now that I cannot keep you protected 24/7.
Yiski... you know that I haven't...
Taught you how to handle a firearm. I know. Better late than never. We'll get started on basic firearm training in the morning.
Yiski got up and started to walk back toward the warehouse.
Yiski wait!
Yiski stopped.
Do... do you think I am weak?
Roland. You're only weak if you believe you're weak. Do you think you're weak?
Roland was silent.
Despite everything that's happened to you, not once have you turned away from hardship. All you've done is met it headlong and you've come out as you are. To me, you're more than just strong. You're honest, brave, and kind. Not traits you find often. Also, you've got a girlfriend who thinks the world of you.
Roland started to tear up. Yiski walks back and pats Roland on the back.
If you're parents were alive, I'd know like hell they'd be proud of you.
Thank you.
Anytime.
Yiski went back into the warehouse and Roland was sitting on a docking station with his legs hanging of the side. Soon Roland was met by a warm embrace and a kiss from Ny-Lee.
Are you feeling better?
I am and thank you.
Ny-Lee giggled and gave Roland another kiss.
Come on. Let's get some sleep. We've got work to do tomorrow.
Together they headed inside the warehouse.
--NARRATOR END--
--END OF DAY 39--
Yiski:
--START OF DAY 40--
--NARRATOR--
Being on last watch again, Yiski met the morning sun. While everyone was getting up and preparing for today, Yiski went back down to the saloon to see if the remodeling had been completed. When Yiski got to the saloon, he saw the foreman and his men still working.
Unforeseen problems foreman?
The foreman turned and gave a sheepish grin to Yiski.
Yeah, turns out some of the support beams were more damaged because of the age of the saloon. How old is the building anyways?
I don't know. It's been around well before I took over.
I see. Well, I'm having the men do a full inspection of the saloon. Can't have you or anybody else inside just to have the whole building crashing down.
Yiski frowned, but accepted the situation.
Alright, just keep me posted on the status. I'm holding up in the Dock's warehouse for now.
Yiski left and made his way back to the warehouse where Roland was waiting for him outside.
Is the saloon fully repaired?
Nope. Looks like she took more damage and the foreman is runnin' an inspection to ensure there aren't anymore hidden dangers.
That is unfortunate. Well, Ny-Lee and I made breakfast.
--NARRATOR END--
RearAdmiralZill:
-Narrator-
Zill woke with a start. Jun'ko was just getting up and leaned over him.
Wake up lazy man, else you miss breakfast. *Chuckles*
Yea yea. Today is sure to be interesting.
Oh right your interrogation is today. Did you want some help?
Zill knew his methods were for his eyes alone. He had been interrogating for years, and it wasn't always as violent as it was these days. Given the circumstances and the group they were up against, loose ends were the worst kind of idea.
I think its best you didn't. Plus, who else shall the dockmen gawk over while I am away?
She grins and leans down to kiss him. It lasts longer then expected. She breaks it though to present to him a small pouch.
A few days ago I had picked this up for you. I was looking for the right moment and I think its time you have it.
Zill goes to open it but she taps his hand.
Save it for when you leave. Now get together and lets have some breakfast my Admiral.
He gets himself dressed in his blackened outfit and they go outside.
-End Narrator-
Yiski:
--Docks--
*Ny-Lee, Roland, and Yiski were outside the warehouse. Yiski had set up a few targets for Roland to practice fire and teaching Roland the basic handling. Ny-Lee sat to the side watching.*
Alright, hold your gun up like so... make sure you have a nice, tight grip with both hands, lineup your front and back sights, and give the trigger a nice heavy pull.
*Roland squeezed the trigger a few times and the M1911 fired a round into the target.*
Not bad. Looks like you have a grouping near 3 o'clock and closest shot was off an inch from center. With a little more practice, you may be just as good as your father.
You really think so?
Even though you're mostly like your mother, you've got your father's sharp eye and calculatin' brain.
*Firing practice continued for the next hour.*
BdrLineAzn:
--Docks--
*BdrLine come out of the radio room with blood shot eyes*
*He gives a yawn and smells breakfast*
*BdrLine goes to a table and sees bacon, eggs, hash browns and coffee*
*He grabs a plate and a mug*
*Outside he hears some pistol shots and Yiski talking*
*figuring that Yiski is training someone to shoot, he heads out and sees the small group.*
*He goes over and sit next this his sister and eats his breakfast while watching the two*
*In between bites*
So Yiski is finally teaching him huh? So how is Roland with the pistol.
*Ny-Lee still watching Roland*
He is actually not that bad. Roland just need a little more practice, but he is getting there.
Hmm when they are done, i might practice with my rifle. You with me?
Naw i'll go and try out the blade you gave me.
Suit yourself *continues eating*
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