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Burning Skies Saloon
Papa Paradox:
*Walking up to Jun'ko*
"Overheard your conversation, heard you wanted to know about Zill's 'interrogations.' Yiski's too protective."
"Yeah."
*He had an apple in his hand, he cut it with the blade that was in his forearm, eating it gradually through the conversation.*
"Well I've been in there with him before, hell even taught him a couple things... interrogation is an art, we tried to break this one guy back in the day, damn he had willpower. Had. Anyways we've both had our fair share of interrogations, but watching Zill was like watching a master artisan, trained in the way of sadism. Got youself a real keeper."
*He let that sink in, accentuating every word with the apple and knife.*
"He might even be better than me... naahhh probably not."
*He patted her on the shoulder and walked away leaving her in her stunned state.*
Shinkurex:
*While everyone was researching, Shink was sitting on the roof of the warehouse keeping a watch over the port. In the distance, Shink spots a courier heading our way with a package. Excited, Shink hops down off the roof, and intercepts the courier before anyone else could."
"Thanks! Here's a bit extra for the trouble"
*Shink opens the package to reveal a new scope for his sniper rifle*
this'll do nicely
RearAdmiralZill:
*Jun'ko knew Zill would be heavy handed, but surely PapaP was only exageratting, right? The curiosity took over, and she sat with him in the back.*
So I was talking to the guys about you.
*Zill looked up at her.*
That cant be good...
*She looked nervous.*
So about the interrogations...
*Zill sat up and wrapped an arm around her.*
Do we really need to go down that road? Is it possible for you to accept that it is my burden, and i take it for the sake of everyone else, including you?
*Jun'ko just leans onto him*
I worry about you more than anything. You put a lot on yourself and i never really understood why.
*Zill sighs.*
Stick around long enough and I will tell you.
*Jun'ko looks up at him and nods. She knows the coming days will be tough, and less on his mind is best.*
Yiski:
--NARRATOR--
The group settles down for the evening. This evening the watch was going to be a little different. Yiski was going to pull an all-nighter and use the local presses to make a fair number of his new rounds.
Hmm... got to name these rounds... Sun Burst? I like that. We'll call these Sun Burst rounds. Try and mimic these you feathered bastards.
Ny-Lee was deep asleep, but Roland was still awake. He held his father's pistol in his lap and ran his hand over it. As much as he wanted to propose to Ny-Lee, he wasn't sure if the coming days would allow any time for a proper proposal. Roland reached into his pocket and pulled out a small pouch. Inside were his parents' wedding bands.
I need to become stronger. For everyone. For Ny-Lee.
During the first watch Jun'ko and Zill sat a their usual distance, but to Jun'ko it felt much farther.
I know Paradox likes to exaggerate, but it makes sense to what Yiski said before. I know he worries about me, but I wish he'd depend on me more.
Zill was a little sore over Paradox opening his mouth about his interrogations.
Dammit Paradox. I didn't need this now. I don't want to drag Jun'ko down into any of this.
The second watch was uneventful and Paradox passed the time lowly humming a tune he remembered a few years back.
The final watch was handled by Shinkurex. Since, Yiski was otherwised occupied with making his Sun Burst rounds, Shinkurex offered to take watch. Mostly because he wanted to test out his new scope.
This scope is awesome!
--NARRATOR END--
--END OF DAY 40--
Yiski:
--START OF DAY 41--
--NARRATOR--
The morning sun came up and Yiski was happy. Despite having heavy bags under his eyes, he managed to make 4 5-round magazines of his Sun Burst rounds. Satisfied, Yiski walked out into the main warehouse floor to where his temporary bed was and immediately collapsed with a loud thud. This woke everyone else up.
Roland approached Yiski and sighed. Yiski was simple sprawled out over the bed. Roland decided to set Yiski in a comfortable position.
Well, since Yiski is asleep, I will go see if the saloon’s repairs are finished.
Mind if I tag along?
Roland nodded and the two made their way to the saloon. What they saw next would have driven Yiski beyond insanity and madness.
The saloon was gone.
The two stood for a while in absolute shock before Ny-Lee spotted the foreman.
What happened to the saloon?
Well, further inspection found the foundation for both the main and second floors were well beyond prime operational life. I made the decision to tear down the saloon and rebuild it from the ground up.
Roland snapped out of his daze.
What about all the equipment and supplies?
We stored those in one of our warehouses. We also made sure to keep the Hellfire units actives.
How long and how much will all this take?
Well, it should only take two weeks to rebuild. The cost would be 9,000 gold, but since I promised Yiski it was only a simple remodeling, I’ll eat some of the cost and charge 5,500 gold.
Thank you.
The two left the torn down saloon and made their way back to the warehouse. When they returned, they were greeted by the others.
So, is the saloon repaired? I’d like to get a drink before we ship out.
Yeah, I’d like to get some sake!
Ny-Lee and Roland stood in silence with frowns on their faces. This set of red flags in everyone’s mind.
Roland? Is everything alright?
The... the saloon... it’s gone.
The silence was deafening.
You’re telling me those idiots tore down the saloon? The hell were they thinking?
Damn, Yiski’s not going to be happy when he wakes up.
Why am I not goin’ be happy when I wake up?
The group turned and saw Yiski. He gave another heavy yawn. Nobody wanted to say what happened in fear of Yiski grabbing Blood Bolt and starting a rampage in Anvala, but Roland stepped up.
Well, the foreman said the saloon was in disrepair and... possibly tore the saloon down to rebuild it.
Yiski stood there for a few minutes. The lack of sleep was making it longer to process what Roland said. Finally, Yiski walked over to his bed and went back to sleep. The group was surprised.
Yiski?
What? I tryin’ to sleep.
You are not mad... at all?
Of course I’m mad as the burning skies! But since we’re goin’ after these Birdmen, it just gives me more of a reason to rip their feathers out.
With Yiski asleep again, the group went on their business in getting ready for departure.
Destination: Izumi.
--NARRATOR END--
--END OF DAY 41--
Again semi-token post due to Cogs match. Those interested (especially in the Merry Northern Storm) should watch the live stream at http://www.twitch.tv/qwerty2jam
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