Thread: Outlaw Rising (Frelance & darkangel76)

STARSHIP GYPSY DANCER, CIVILIAN CLASS, ILLUMINATI ROYAL VESSEL Orbiting Planet Themis. The air on this new ship was much colder than the Nightshade, less stifling. Reisa looked at her rescuer from the corner of her eye and nodded. It felt nice to be free, no more guards, no more Illuminati running the show. For once she was free to roam as she pleased, make her own choices. Her life was finally her own. She listened to the man as he spoke, focusing on his voice, the lilt in the tone she was certain he didn't even notice. She wondered if he knew it was soothing. Probably not. But no matter. She watched him carefully, listening as he mentioned that he was B-class. Just what capabilities did he have? He wasn't 'made' like she was she got that much. Oh what the scientists would give to get their hands on someone like him! I'm not B-class born, Reisa stated plainly, though her voice was soft. Her blue eyes darted back and forth on instinct, making sure that they were the only ones there. But her thoughts were interrupted. There was a flash of white and she felt a shiver course along her spine. For a moment, Reisa remembered the scientists... This will hurt, Reisa, Dr. Bracken explained. There were chuckles in the background. But we're learning so much. You're brain... she went on, her expression showing one of awe and wonder. It's quite marvelous. The woman's eyes narrowed as she pushed a few buttons and a device swung close, the buzzing sound loud to Reisa's ears. It was a laser. It was going to cut...it was going...to hurt! Reisa's entire body tensed as she watched the girl speak to her rescuer. After a few moments, she began to relax, visions of doctors and scientists flitting away. The girl seemed familiar with the man next to her and she seemed disappointed. Arching a brow, she wondered what had her panties in a bunch. But it was a question that could wait. After all, she'd just boarded, nearly avoiding death. A hot shower was all that she wanted in that moment. When the girl had gone, Reisa followed her rescuer into the barracks. She entered the room that would be hers and smiled when the man entered hisadjoined to her own. In a way, she felt sorry for him. No doubt he didn't want to babysit and, quite frankly, she didn't need a babysitter. But, she had to admit, it was nice knowing there would be a familiar face nearby while she acquainted herself with this new ship's surroundings. If only it hadn't been Illuminati-make. But beggars couldn't be choosers. Meanwhile, on the bridge, Laela was in knots. She was grateful that her life had been spared for the time being, but the uncertainty of what changes were coming frightened her terribly. More than anything, she longed to be back home. This certainly wasn't the sort of adventure she had in mind when she'd been planning on going on vacation. She should be on Themis. But instead, she was now a prisoner on her own ship! And her parents... Laela's heart sunk as her parents ignored the message from the new captain, their decision more than clear. She wasn't worth it to them. Tears filled Laela's eyes. She was being left behind, to a fate unknown. Did anyone care? As she stood there, her blue eyes cast down, she already knew the answer. And it hurt. The air suddenly felt colder than before and she knew the likelihood of feeling the warmth of Helios was slim to none. She'd never see 'home' again. On another part of the ship, Ava Quinn found herself suddenly being transported from the Nightshade to the barracks of the Gypsy Dancer so that she could change and be properly introduced to the captain. She'd served on the Nightshade for a few years as one of the communications officers. Now that the ship had been attacked and commandeered, the Elite who'd abused Reisa one too many killed before her very eyes...she knew it was a sign. When the others finally made it to where she was stationed, she surrendered without a fight and found herself quickly hauled off to where she found herself in that moment. Ava raked a hand through blonde hair and moved into her room. She found the clothes and went into the bathroom so that she could shower and then change. Once finished, she gave a tap on her door. It opened and she was given a tiny shove to move quickly down the corridor toward the bridge. Though the shove hurt, Ava didn't make a sound. She just followed until she got to where she was supposed to go...to meet the captain leading this crew. Back in her room, Reisa finished taking her shower and got dressed. Once done, she decided to see what her rescuer was up to. She knocked on his door and pressed the call button, wondering if he'd answer or ignore her. STARSHIP DOUBLE HELIX, CIVILIAN CLASS, ILLUMINATI SCIENTIFIC SHUTTLE Destination, Planet Charon. Almost there, Sophie mumbled, her expression showing a hint of triumph. Fortunately, her travels to Charon seemed uneventful. So far. Though she wasn't sure if this was a good sign or not. She could only hope they remained so and that not only her transmission went through, that she'd be able to help her love once she arrived. If not...she didn't want to think of the possibilities of what could happen.