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[quote author="@violet" source="/post/109/thread" timestamp="1274031898"][blockquote][font face="Century"][font color="Blue"]Shimmering hues looked up to the cave entrance for a moment as a light sigh passed crimson lips. Violet had snuck out early that morning to avoid both Cid and Shera’s questioning – she had gotten enough of that last night and knew when it was all said and done, she would never hear the end of it. Arms slowly crossed as she then looked away, noticing remnants of black feathers still blowing in the cool sea breeze. [b]“It hasn’t been more than a week…”[/b] She said low, slowly shaking her head. [b]“And now that I’m here, I’m not so sure.”[/b] A frustrated look crossed pale features as she took a few steps towards the cave. [i]“There’s no getting out of this one Violet, ya do what ya gotta do.”[/i] A firm nod was given to that as she took a deep breath and entered the cave, not looking back.

Violet made her way through the darkest part of the cave, looking around as she entered the cavern. The Mako crystals seemed to have once again changed form since the last time they were there, but in a jest everything was still the same. Arms slowly crossed as she stepped to the center of the room, looking to the small pool that surrounded the crystal Lucrecia was frozen in. She had never actually been this close before; the first time they came here, Vincent wouldn’t allow it and last time well it just wasn’t her place to be there. A light sigh passed crimson coated lips as she looked to her reflection and then up to Lucrecia as head tilted slightly. She just didn’t know what to say – it had been so long and Violet didn’t even know if Lucrecia would remember her much less speak to her. [i]“What am I doing here…?”[/i] Violet thought to herself as she turned and headed in the direction she came. [i]“I… I should just go.”[/i] But as she neared the exit, she heard a strange sound as the Mako crystals began to light up one by one.[/font][/font]

[font face="Century"][font color="CCFFFF"][i]“Wait, don’t leave…”[/i] A voice could be heard in the back of the girl’s mind as Lucrecia spoke. [i]“I don’t get visitors that often you know.”[/i] She giggled lightly then sighed a bit. [i]“You were here not too long ago with Vincent and Sephiroth – I remember you stood at the back of the room with the cat doll and didn’t say anything. You have a familiar vibe like someone I knew in the past…”[/i] She thought for a moment. [i]“I’m sorry but… I just can’t remember who you are.”[/i][/font][/font]

[font face="Century"][font color="Blue"]A dark brow slowly rose as she heard the voice in her head. Slim frame slowly turned as she stepped closer to the crystal, eyeing Lucrecia for a moment before shaking her head. [b]“Yes, yes I did…”[/b] She said low, kneeling in front of the small pool. [b]“I kind of figured you wouldn’t remember me, that’s why I…”[/b] Violet just shook her head and looked up. [b]“It’s been a very long time Miss. Lucrecia; I just didn’t know what to say.”[/b] A light pause was given as she thought for a moment. [b]“And I still don’t know what to say.”[/b][/font][/font]

[font face="Century"][font color="CCFFFF"][i]“Violet?”[/i] She asked, thinking for a moment before she giggled again. [i]“Yes it is you! There’s only one person who called me Miss. Lucrecia. It really has been a long time, you’re all grown up!"[/i] A light sigh was heard as she thought for a moment.[i] “You were ten years old last I saw you – I’ve missed so much.”[/i] Was said low. [i]“Well, you can start by telling me why you’re here. I can read thoughts you know… Seems you’re having a problem accepting something. That’s not why you’re here is it?”[/i][/font][/font]

[font face="Century"][font color="Blue"]Brows knitted together as she shook her head and smiled lightly. [b]“No that’s not why I’m here.”[/b] Was said low as she slowly rose. [b]“The whole acceptance issue, it’s complicated and yeah, I’d rather not get into it.”[/b] A nod was given to that as arms slowly crossed once more. [b]“I came here because I wanted to ask you if it would be alright if I brought you back… Things are different now and…” Hues slid shut for a moment. “I think it would do Vincent and Sephiroth a lot of good if you were with them instead of here.”[/b][/font][/font]

[font face="Century"][font color="CCFFFF"]A light sigh was heard as she remembered Sephiroth asking her the same thing not too long ago. [i]“Violet, I would love more than anything to come back but the cells…”[/i] A light pause was given as she thought for a moment. “I still carry them and if I were to come back, it would bring more disaster to the world.”[/font][/font]

[font face="Century"][font color="Blue"]Violet shook her head and steeped closer to Lucrecia. [b]“I can remove the cells from you with Holy and merge them with Jenova’s remains – it’s not that hard really.”[/b] A light sigh was given as she then began to slowly pace back and fourth. [b]“I did the same thing with Sephiroth and according to Doctor Faremis he no longer carries the cells.”[/b] Even though the cases were different, Violet still knew she could separate Lucrecia from Jenova. [b]“So if you would just have some faith in me and give me a chance…”[/b][/font][/font]

[font face="Century"][font color="CCFFFF"][i]“I’ve always had faith in you Violet – you’re the last of the Azure, sworn protectors of the planet and all that inhabit it. So if you truly believe you can free me of this curse then by all means, you have my approval to do so but… There’s still something missing and I can’t place my finger on it. Data fragments, memories? I don’t know what it is but I’m not complete – and I leave it all in your hands to find… Whatever it is I’m missing.”[/i][/font][/font]

[font face="Century"][font color="Blue"]A light smile was given as she watched the crystals slowly dim into their normal glow and Lucrecia’s voice began to fade. [b]“You can count on me…”[/b] She said, slowly turning to the exit. [b]“I can put you back together, no doubt about that.”[/b] A light nod was given as she made her way through the darkness until it slowly turned into light again.

She took a deep breath upon stepping out of the cave as a smile crossed her lips. [b]“Now that’s taken care of…”[/b] Violet made her way to the middle of the landing, thinking for a moment. It was time for her to do something she had dreaded – she had to ask the planet to grant her the powers to complete the task at hand. Hues slid shut as she fell deep into thought for what seemed like hours. She stood motionless and almost lifeless as she asked and waited for the answer which eventually came to her as the wind picked up. That smile returned to her lips as hues slowly opened – and there before her stood a ghostly image of Aeris with her hand extended. [font color="FF99CC"][i]“You got the answer didn’t you?”[/i][/font] She asked and then Violet nodded lightly. [font color="FF99CC"][i]“Well then, let’s do this shall we?”[/i][/font] A smile was given as she watched Violet extend her hand and press against Aeris’. [i]“There’s no turning back now…”[/i] And with that a flash of green light was emitted as Aeris and Violet became one. A loud scream passed crimson lips as hands then came to rest upon her forehead. Everything was becoming blurry and soon Violet fell to her knees then faceplanted on the hard rock as hues slowly fell shut.[/font][/font][/blockquote][/quote]

[quote timestamp="1275912946" author="@genesis" source="/post/111/thread"][blockquote][b]“Infinite in mystery is the gift of the goddess. We seek it thus, and take it to the sky, ripples form on the water's surface. The wandering soul knows no rest…”[/b] A light smirk crossed pale lips as Genesis hopped from his perch on a nearby rock. A glance was given to Nero and then to Weiss as he looked down to the girl he remembered from years long past. [b]“Just as I expected…”[/b] Was said in a stoic fashion as he turned away, walking into the light. Hues peered out across the sea as a light sigh was then heard. [b]“She is the key – she will take us to our gift.”[/b] The degradation had begun once more, but this time it wasn’t just him – his brothers Weiss and Nero had now fallen victim as well as Hollander. Sure, the doctor had found ways to slow the process; the four of them looked normal on the outside, but inside they were all rotting away and it was only a matter of time before they would all wither and die.

Reddish orange hues looked down to the girl as head tilted slightly. He didn’t know who she was, he just knew Genesis spoke of her a lot – it was almost as if his brother cared for her; but he knew it wasn’t the case. [b]“So this is the one you speak of all the time?”[/b] Nero asked as he stepped over to the girl and knelt beside her. [b]“The one that got away?”[/b] A concealed smirk crossed his lips as he just watched her for a moment before looking to Genesis. [b]“Such a pity, she is an enchanting creature indeed.”[/b] A light pause was given as he reached out to touch her but then hesitated knowing Genesis wouldn’t approve. [b]“When we get the cells, can I-”[/b] Hues fell shut for a moment as that smirk only tightened. [b]“Add her to my collection? She would make a fine addition and I can assure you I would take excellent care of her…”[/b]

An annoyed grunt was heard as Genesis turned to Nero, shaking his head. [b]“Absolutely not!”[/b] He scolded as auburn brows knitted together. [b]“We need her alive after she takes us to Jenova. Hollander said something about using her and Jenova to resurrect Deep Ground. We won’t have Omega, but we will have the two most powerful beings on the planet.”[/b] A smug crossed pale lips as he stepped over to Nero. [b]“Now get her and let’s go before she comes to, time is of the essence.”[/b]

A disappointed sigh was heard as he just shook his head and reached down to pick the girl up – but the moment he touched her, she moved. A curious look crossed pale features as he looked up to Genesis who was impatiently waiting. Nero just gave a light grunt as he leaned over once more, but as soon as he touched her a shock was emitted that knocked him back several feet into a stone wall. Lanky frame hit the landing with a thud as a loud groan passed his lips. [b]“Something is-”[/b] He started, quickly making his way to his feet. [b]“Protecting her?”[/b]

[font face="Century"][font color="Blue"]A light sigh was heard as aqua hues slowly slid open. Vision was blurry and she could barely make out her surroundings but she knew she wasn’t alone. She could hear faint voices the whole time and one was distant yet so familiar. [b]“Loveless act one…”[/b] Was said low as vision slowly came into focus. She slowly rolled over, looking up the stone ceiling. [b]“Genesis, do you ever shut up?”[/b] Was snapped as hand came to rest upon her head – and then she thought for a moment. [b]“Genesis?!?!?”[/b] Hues widened as she quickly scrambled to her feet. Hues snapped first to the man with metallic looking wings and then to Genesis. [b]“I knew you were still alive…”[/b][/font][/font]

Genesis watched for a moment before Nero went flying across the landing; and a smirk crossed lips as Violet spoke. [b]“No…”[/b] A simple reply was given as auburn bros knitted together. A gloved hand came to rest upon his forehead as hues slowly fell shut. [b]“Do you call this being alive?”[/b] Was said coldly was a black wing shot from the right side of his back. The arch showed signs of mild degradation, but that was it; Genesis appeared the same as he was years ago. [b]“I think not my dear.”[/b] That smirk only tightened as his hand lowered and hues opened. [b]“Nero, Weiss, Hollander and I all suffer from degradation; it’s a side effect of project G. Only the failures suffer this fate, but alas there is hope.”[/b] Head tilted slightly as he stepped towards the girl, extending his hand. [b]“Come with me Violet and together we shall seek out the cells; our gift of the Goddess.”[/b] A smile was offered as he eyed her for a moment. [b]“You and I shall complete Loveless as it should be and we will reign over this world as the ultimate power – I, the hero and you the Goddess.”[/b]

[font face="Century"][font color="Blue"]Dark brows knitted together as she listened to all that Genesis had to say before slowly extending her hand – but then that familiar voice was heard in the back of her mind. [font color="FF99CC"][i]“He’s up to no good Violet! You know what ‘the cells’ are, that’s probably why he’s here because Lucrecia still carries them!”[/i][/font] She shook her head and stepped closer to Genesis. [i]“Aeris, he’s… Dying.”[/i] A light sigh echoed through her mind followed by a frusterated grunt. [font color="FF99CC"][i]“I’m sorry Violet, I know you care but I cannot allow you to go with him…”[/i][/font] And with that blue and green light shot from her palm, knocking Genesis over the edge of the cliff. Slim frame then turned to Nero, but he had already taken off after Genesis. A growl passed crimson coated lips as she looked to her palm which was now charred and bleeding. Sure, Violet could use Holy any time she wanted as long as she had the materia but this time she was unarmed and the Holy orb that was shot at Genesis was pure – it came from her very life force.[/font][/font]

Pain shot through his body as he fell over the cliff and expected to hit the water – but in turn, he fell into Nero’s awaiting arms. A heavy sigh was heard as his brother lifted him into the air. [b]“Nero, let’s get out of here.”[/b] He said low, looking to Violet once more. [b]“It seems we cannot take mother hen with us but her chicks are still out there somewhere.”[/b] A smirk tightened across pale lips. [b]“And a mother will always strive to protect her children even if it means giving her own life to save theirs…”[/b] A sadistic chuckle was heard as Nero carried him off into the sunset heading towards their base in Modeoheim.

[font face="Century"][font color="Blue"]Hues widened as she fell to her knees, holding her injured hand with the other. [b]“Kane and Able…”[/b] She said low, quickly rising to her feet. She fumbled around looking for her phone but then remembered she left it with the rest of her stuff in Rocket Town. [b]“Damn damn damn damn…”[/b] Was muttered as she made her way to the pathway leading up the rocky ledge. [b]“Got to call Tifa, got to call Angeal and get someone out here to look after Lucrecia…”[/b] Dark brows knitted together as she stumbled down the grassy hill. [b]“And I gotta find some answers! What is this degradation and project G? And what in the hell is Deepground….?”[/b] A light sigh was given as she saw the archway leading into Rocket Town. [b]“And he wants the cells does he? Well guess what… He just ain’t getting em…”[/b][/font][/font][/blockquote][/quote]

[quote timestamp="1275914281" author="@vincent" source="/post/112/thread"][blockquote][font color="3333cc"][b]“Yes, of course.”[/b] The executive said, making his way down blank white hallways with a phone to his ear. His expression was generally stoic. [b]“Take your time. We’re not going to start for a small while.”[/b] He said, turning the corner, stopping before the doors to the meeting room. [b]“All right. See you then.”[/b] He said before pulling the phone away from his ear and closing it. He then looked to the double doors and approached them, passing through as they opened with an amplified hissing sound.

The meeting room was similar to how it always had been – except for the large window, which had been there since the rebuild. It seemed the maintenance crew did a nice job replacing it after last time. He also noticed that Faremis and Arianah were already there, but no one else. As he walked around the table, he nodded to the both of them before sitting near the middle of the table. [b]“Are you ready?”[/b] He asked with a bit of a nervous inclination before resting his hand on his palm, which was propped up on one of the arms. He knew Vincent wouldn’t like this. He also knew what Violet would do when she found out he knew.[/font]

[font face="Book"][font color="990099"]Fingers interlaced as he just slumped behind a large stack of papers – it almost seemed as if he were hiding. Faremis and Arianah had been there for some time now, going over various things pertaining to the meeting and current project at hand. Faremis was stoic as usual, but Arianah was against it and voice her opinion for once. She was assured though, that thing would be ok and there was no need to be uptight. [b]“Define ready…”[/b] He said low as a sigh passed pale lips. [b]“After this is all over, I’m thinking of sedating Violet for a long time.”[/b] He paused, reaching up to grab a few papers. [b]“She’s going to be the death of us all…”[/b] A nod was given to that as she looked to Arianah and then to Reeve.[/font][/font]

[font color="3333cc"]Reeve sighed and shook his head. While he could thing of a hundred arguments against such methods, he couldn’t disagree with the doctor. [b]“Well…that would be the only way to get her to rest, I’d say.”[/b] He said aside, quietly. He would take some humor in it, if only it were less true.[/font]

[font color="990000"]Tattered cape flew behind sturdy frame as Vincent quickly made his way into the meeting room. He was kind of angry, but he expected his. Violet wasn’t really the type to tell people her plans. He just hoped she knew what she was doing this time. He sure didn’t.[/font]

[font color="3333cc"]“I’m sure it won’t be long…” Reeve trailed off when he heard the doors open, but by the time he looked over, he saw nothing but a flash of red fly out of his line of sight. Looking the other way, he saw Vincent plop into the seat next to him. He heard the man’s elbow hit the table hard, his claw obstructing the view between them. [font color="990000"][b]“What’s the story now?”[/b][/font] The executive heard him ask, sounding annoyed. He just sighed, slowly shifting to sit up straight.[/font]

[font face="Book"][font color="990099"]Papers flew everywhere as he heard Vincent’s claw hit the table. Dark brows knitted together as he sat up to get everything back in order, first looking to Vincent and then to Reeve. [b]“All in good time – we should wait for the others.”[/b] He said low, collecting a few more bits of his paperwork. [b]“Reeve, did Violet specify who else was going to be here?”[/b] He kind of expected Sephiroth to show up and Shalua was supposed to be here too but was that all? He knew the girl was full of surprises – like last time she brought Elena with her. A sigh was given as he just shook his head, settling back into the chair.[/font][/font]

[font color="3333cc"]Reeve looked at Faremis, then shook his head, laughing. [b]“She didn’t specify [i]anything[/i], actually. I can’t say I was expecting her to, but I don’t know any specifics other than…”[/b] he glanced at Vincent, [b]“Well, you know.”[/b] He finished, shrugging.[/font]

[font color="990000"][b]“Huh?”[/b] Vincent asked, glancing to Reeve, then Faremis. He waited a moment, then crossed his arms. It was obvious that no one was going to talk until Violet got here, so he might as well get comfortable. [b]“As long as no one’s carried out this time…”[/b] He trailed off, looking of in one direction.[/font]

[font face="Book"][font color="990099"]A light chuckle was heard as a smirk slowly crossed pale lips. Faremis didn’t think that would be an issue this time seeing as he took some extra precautions this time. Hues snapped to Arianah this time – she was loaded down with tranquilizer darts. Sure, he didn’t want to have to resort to those measures but if the need arose, he was well prepared.[/font][/font]

[font face="times"][font color="33FF99"][i]Sephiroth had run into Tseng not far from the meeting room and now they were both headed in the same direction on opposite sides of the hallway. Not many words had been spoken between the two and it seemed kind of awkward. From what he could remember, the director of the Turks always seemed kind of menacing and very protective when it came to Violet which made Sephiroth feel as if the man just didn’t like him; but he hoped that just wasn’t the case. Arms slowly crossed as they approached the hydraulic doors and then he stopped and with a polite gesture, waited for Tseng to enter first. [b]“After you…”[/b] Was said as he bowed lightly.[/i][/font][/font]

[font face="Tahoma"][font color="White"]A dark brow rose as he stopped and looked to Sephiroth for a moment before entering the meeting room as the doors hissed open. It wasn’t that he didn’t like the world’s hero, Tseng was just Tseng which meant he gave everyone the cold shoulder whether he liked them or not. Nothing but a light sigh was heard as he looked to Faremis and Arianah and then to Reeve and Vincent before he made his way to his usual seat at the end of the table without a word. [i]“Looks like a full house…”[/i] He thought now settling into the chair. He knew of Violet’s plan and didn’t think it would make it this far which kind of amazed him to an extent. Tseng also wondered about Rufus; was he going to be here as well? And has she even spoken with him? He figured only time would tell and his role would be to keep everyone under control – especially Violet.[/font][/font]

[font face="times"][font color="33FF99"][i]He just shook his head and followed Tseng into the room, observing everyone that was already there. A silver brow slowly rose as he silently made his way to the back window of the room. Catlike hues peered out across sector four as he thought for a moment. “Faremis, Reeve, Vincent and Tseng… What is Violet up to now?” After what happened here last time, he could only imagine what was in store for tonight. He knew she meant well, but from what he could gather she takes thing a little too far sometimes and winds up getting hurt – and he didn’t like to see her that way because for some reason it hurt him too.[/i][/font][/font]

[font color="3333cc"]Reeve watched as the two of them entered. He knew Tseng wouldn’t feel much better about this than Vincent did, and Sephiroth…well, he just didn’t know. This was Lucrecia’s son, after all. He also happened to notice that Shalua wasn’t with them. She still had some time, he just didn’t know how long.[/font]

[font color="990000"]Gaze following the two men as Vincent cocked his head to the side. He started to feel better knowing Tseng was there. He knew the man would agree with him if the plan was…a bit too much to handle. Thinking a bit, Vincent came to the conclusion that he needed to make more time to catch up. I guess even the unexpected could happen to him, sometimes…[/font][/blockquote][/quote]

[quote timestamp="1275915456" source="/post/113/thread" author="@cid"][blockquote][font face="Arial"][font color="FF6633"][b]“Ay, this is ah pretty nice place, never actually been in ere since it was rebuilt.”[/b] Cid said with a chuckle as he walked alongside Violet, puffing on his cigarette. [b]“'Nd ya say the accommodations are nice too eh?”[/b] A nod was given to that as he stopped as the door to the meeting room hissed open. According to Violet, Cid would be staying at the ShinRa building until everything was taken care of; which didn’t bother him at all as long as the room had a view and the food was good. A light smile was given as he bowed to her lightly. [b]“Ladies first.”[/b][/font][/font]

[font face="Century"][font color="Blue"]A heavy sigh was given as she just shook her head and pushed Cid through the door and into the meeting room. [b]“No you first, I insist…”[/b] A smirk crossed crimson kissed lips as she stepped in behind Cid with a slightly different appearance. Hues had taken on an aqua tone, but still held their shimmer and her hair was longer, styled in a very familiar fashion. A frusterated look crossed pale features as she just shook her head and watched Cid take a seat near Vincent and Reeve before she headed over to where Tseng sat, taking her usual seat next to him.[/font][/font]

[font face="Arial"][font color="FF6633"]Blues looked to everyone in the room as he sat next to Reeve. There was that Faremis fellow, Sephiroth, Tseng, Reeve and Vincent. [b]“Ay Vince, long time no see!”[/b] He peered around Reeve and gave a light wave before leaning back to prop his feet on the table. He puffed on his smoke before looking to Reeve with a grin. [b]“Looks like a fine bunch ya got ere, so lets get down to business!”[/b] A nod was given to that as he dropped a few ashes in the floor.[/font][/font]

[font color="990000"]Vincent sighed and shook his head. He held up his claw at Cid, and then took another look at Violet. He looked a bit closer, noticing something different. Then he just shook his head. He probably shouldn’t ask.[/font]

[font color="3333cc"]Reeve looked everyone over a bit, sighing. He guessed it was everyone other than Shalua, but…He guessed they could start without her. He shook his head lightly, then nodded to Cid, then Violet. He noticed that she looked different in a couple of ways before he spoke. [b]“You seem to know the most about what’s going on, so you have the floor, Violet.”[/b][/font]

[font face="Verdana"][font color="Blue"]She knew Reeve would nominate her to speak fist and she dreaded it, but still forced a smile and stood slowly moving out from behind the chair as she began to pace back and fourth in front of the window. [b]“Despite the processes and people I’m going to have to go through…”[/b] She began looking to Sephiroth and then to Vincent. [b]“I want to bring Lucrecia back and before you all get on my case about it, just hear me out.”[/b] A pause was given as she took a deep breath. [b]“Faremis has done agreed to take care of everything laboratory related, Cid is in charge of transportation and I’ve already gotten permission from Lucrecia herself.”[/b] She shook her head lightly. [b]“Also, the planet has agreed to throw in a little extra help with the matter.”[/b] A nod was given to that. [b]“I just need to get the ok from Rufus to bring Jenova back to the building…”[/b] She then trailed off looking to Reeve for a moment before arms slowly crossed. [b]“And that about sums it up…”[/b][/font][/font]

[font color="990000"]Crimson hues darted to Reeve, then Faremis, then rested on Violet. [b]“Lucrecia…agreed to this?”[/b] He shook his head, [b]“Then I guess I don’t have much of a choice…”[/b] He then looked back to Faremis, thinking. [b]“I want him nowhere near her, though.”[/b] He finished, crossing his arms again.[/font]

[font face="Book"][font color="990099"]Head bowed lightly as he just chuckled, finally speaking up. [b]“Yes, I figured that would be your reaction and that has already been taken care of. Violet is in charge of this project but our lead scientist has yet to show up.”[/b] Hues then darted to Reeve as he just shook his head. [b]“Trust isn’t easily earned around here I suppose.”[/b] A nod was given to that as he began to rifle through his paperwork.[/font][/font]

[font face="Tahoma"][font color="White"]A sigh was heard as Tseng just facepalmed, slumping lightly in his chair. [i]“Cut to the chase huh Violet?”[/i] He knew exactly why Violet wanted him there though. The Turks would be in charge of security as well as SOLDIER 1st Class. He knew that she had already spoken to Angeal about it and well, Sephiroth’s presence said it all. [b]“And as far as the Turks and SOLIDER – security reasons right?”[/b] He said in his usual stoic tone looking to Violet.[/font][/font]

[font face="Century"][font color="Blue"]She looked to Faremis for a moment now interested in this ‘mystery’ researcher but she just shook her head, knowing she could question this later. Hues then snapped to Tseng as she gave a nod. [b]“That’s right.”[/b] She thought for a moment, sighing lightly as she put her injured hand behind her back. [b]“Not that we really need tight security or anything, nothing bad is gonna happen… Just precautionary measures.”[/b] Was said in a rather unusual stoic tone.[/font][/font]

[i][font face="times"][font color="33FF99"]Sephiroth was off in his on world of thought until Violet mentioned bringing Lucrecia back. Silver brows slowly rose as he turned to look at the girl, taking note of the difference in her appearance. He just shook his head thinking for a moment – and now he wondered what exactly she said to Lucrecia to convince her to come back. He was about to speak up when she began talking about security and noticed her hand as she slipped it behind her back out of view of everyone – everyone but him. Brows knitted as he just shook his head. He knew something had happened, but he would ask her about it later.[/font][/font][/i][/blockquote][/quote]

[quote source="/post/114/thread" author="@shalua" timestamp="1275917965"][blockquote][font face="Trebuchet"][font color="660099"]That’s when the doors hissed again, opening the way for Shalua as she stepped into the meeting room casually. She was wearing a black corset-like top with a purple skirt under a standard labcoat, her artificial left arm hidden under it, like always. She was walking with a pair of standard purple heels, her hair was back rather than up, and oval, thin-rimmed glasses framed her eyes, both of which were open and working fine. She stopped, looking around at everyone, realizing she probably walked right into the middle of the meeting. [b]“Sorry I’m late.”[/b] She started in a mildly apologetic tone, [b]“I had some business to take care of beforehand.”[/b][/font][/font]

[font face="Century"][font color="Blue"]A sigh of relief was given as the woman entered – she was off the hook for the security issue, or was she? She turned for a moment spying Sephiroth standing behind her near the window which caused a glum expression to cross pale features. She was busted alright and had some explaining to do, but she wanted to talk to him about some stuff anyhow. Violet just shook her head and turned back to the strange woman that entered. It was obvious she worked with the research department; was this in fact the mystery scientist Faremis said was going to oversee the project? A light shrug was given as she began nervously pacing once more. [b]“And you would be?”[/b] She asked in a rather stoic tone meaning no disrespect.[/font][/font]

[font color="990000"]Vincent looked over at the familiar voice. It was indeed Shalua, looking in better condition than before. [i]I guess Reeve was right.[/i] He thought, looking her over. She was probably the only one he’d be all right leaving Lucrecia with. She did look after him before, after all.[/font]

[font face="trebuchet"][font color="660099"][b]“Ah, yes, how rude of me.”[/b] She said, pausing a moment, [b]“Shalua Rui. I’ve been assigned the role of lead researcher and supervisor of this project.”[/b] She announced before making her way along the table, taking the seat on the other side of Doctor Faremis, across from Vincent. She glanced at the dark man before returning her gaze to the woman at the head of the room. [b]“Reeve has given me a basic rundown on the situation, but details were limited.”[/b] She said, nodding.[/font][/font]

[font color="3333cc"]The executive watched Shalua as she found a seat. She’s seemed to have recovered nicely, though he wondered about her choice of seats. He sighed lowly as he heard his name come up.[/font]

[font face="Century"][font color="Blue"]She tilted her head left and then right and thought for a moment now looking to Reeve. [b]“Wait a second how did you?!?!?”[/b] Hues then snapped to Faremis as she watched him slump behind his paperwork. [b]“I should have known; and you wonder why I don’t trust you.”[/b] A light sigh was given as she just waved her free hand back and fourth for a moment. [b]“Anyhow, so I guess everyone is clear as to what the mission is… Now I’m just gonna have to talk to Rufus-”[/b] She then looked to Reeve with a smirk. [b]“You’d better go and make sure I don’t wind up killing him or something.”[/b] A shake of the head was given as she stopped pacing for a moment. [b]“However there is a slight problem. Lucrecia said something was missing – data fragments, memories? Anyone have any clue as to what she meant by that?”[/b][/font][/font]

[font color="3333cc"][b]“I have my ways, you know.”[/b] He said with a bit of a smirk, but she had seen through it, unfortunately. He then shook his head lightly. [b]“It would work better with both of us, but it’s still a risk.”[/b] He then thought a moment at the mention of data fragments, and looked at Vincent, who was looking back at him before they both kinda grinned a bit. The executive then looked to Violet. [b]“I think I know what you’re talking about.”[/b] He said before standing up. [b]“The answer is Shelke.”[/b] He stated simply as he moved away from the table, gaining a shocked look from Shalua. He turned to her, acknowledging this. [b]“Yes. Shelke Rui currently holds the entirety of Lucrecia Crescent’s thesis on Chaos and Omega inside her mind.”[/b] He turned to Violet, [b]“While this is unrelated to the matter at hand, the thesis is contained within fragments of ‘mnemonic data’. Basically, Lucrecia’s memories make up Shelke’s knowledge of the thesis.”[/b] He turned back to Shalua, looking her over a bit. [b]“I would like to say no harm would come to her concerning the data, but Shelke herself knows more about it than I do.”[/b][/font]

[font face="Century"][font color="Blue"]A light smirk was given as she shook her head, looking to Sephiroth and then to Reeve. [b]“Cloud is still walking and talking isn’t he?”[/b] Hues fell shut for a moment as she heard Tseng’s phone ring and then quickly stop as he answered it. [b]“Well, I guess that’s it then… Since we all know what we’re doing there’s no reason to hang around here.”[/b] A nod was given to that as she turned and stepped over next to Sephiroth making sure he didn’t go anywhere just yet.[/font][/font]

[font face="Tahoma"][font color="White"]Tseng just shook his head and slowly rose putting his phone away. [b]“Well then, I have some business to attend to then if you don’t mind.”[/b] A nod was given to that as he silently made his way to the door. It seems Reno was making trouble in the bar as usual and Rude was struggling to keep him from getting into a fight with some 2nd Class SOLIDER people. A light sigh was given as he made his way down the hall, heading towards the elevator as fast as he could.[/font][/font]

[font face="trebuchet"][font color="660099"]Assuming the meeting was over, Shalua stood up, straightening her lab coat over her shoulder. [b]“Right. I think I’ll look around the lab some more. It’s better to be more familiar with the workspace.”[/b] She said before pushing up her glasses and heading out. Just before exiting the room she stopped, eying Reeve. [b]“Leave Shelke to me.”[/b] She said in a bit of a serious tone before disappearing out the door.[/font][/font]

[font color="3333cc"]Reeve just shrugged and shook his head. [b]“She’s quite protective now.”[/b] He then returned to his seat and looked to Vincent. [b]“I guess it’s all working out better than I thought. Now it’s just Rufus.”[/b] He said before shaking his head and sighing. He saw Vincent just shift in is seat and “Hmph” in reply.[/font]

[font face="Book"][font color="990099"]Faremis slowly stood collecting his papers as he watched Shalua make her way to the door. [b]“I’d better go with her and make sure she finds everything ok.”[/b] A nod was given to that as he headed towards the door with Arianah hot on his heels. He wasn’t going back to make sure she found everything, but to make sure she didn’t break anything. A light sigh was given as he made his way out the door and down the hallway knowing if anyone needed him they’d call as usual.[/font][/font]

[font face="Arial"][font color="FF6633"][b]“Ah well, in that case I think I’ll go find some grub.”[/b] Was said as Cid slowly stood and stretched. [b]“It’s not home cookin’ but I hope it’s decent nonetheless.”[/b] A nod was given as he made his way to the door, pausing for a moment to light a cigarette as he made his way out into the hallway. He had no idea where he was going but was sure there was a directory of sorts somewhere – or someone around that could point him in the direction of the cafeteria.[/font][/font][/blockquote][/quote]

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