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*I walk up behind Iris*
New arrivals I'm guessing?

-Of course.-
*Walks with Sam II into a far-off side room used for storing freeze-dried food*

*Rita sighs.*
Rrita: Then we wait.
*She gets up and heads towards the kitchen.*

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Mason: Nice to meet you both.
*Mason shakes his head at Kara.*
Mason: Not in the slightest, I'm on duty... Though, I am sure you are debating on leaving your fiance so we may run away together, Alas Kara... duty calls.
*He gives Kara a wink.*

[Sam II leans on the wall inside the side-room] ...I owe you and Elise an apology, I was complimenting your honesty, and bravery, and I myself and hiding who I am. [Sighs]

*I chuckle at Mason's.words*
Oh you charmer you...

Very funny. But no, I am quite happy with my Kadan. Fair warning, she wouldn't like to hear you talking about that. Not one bit.


*Harador nods*
H: Half the battle is waiting.

*Mason grins.*
Mason: I only kid, I'm sure your Kadan will understand. Unless she thinks I am a threat..
*He giggles, and turns to Andrea.*
Mason: Just a bit, how you doin-!
Rita(In a cold tone): Sergeant a word.
*Mason bristles at Rita's voice, and quickly puts on his helm.*
Mason: Yes, Lieutenant.
*The pair both leave, heading outside.*

*Horus frowns*
Horus: He's a character alright...
*Iris seems more amused by all this and laughs*


*Gharn waits patiently for a plan*

*I watch them leave*
Why do I have a feeling it's about to kick off?

*Iris looks at Andrea in surprise*
Iris: I didn't get that impression at all. Rita seems too... gruff? I don't know, either way she seems far to intelligent to fall for him
*Laughs again*

*smiles as the pair leaves*
Have fun, Sergeant. And hello, Rita.
*looks back at Iris and Horus*
So, how have you two been?

*I shake my head*
Her voice was cold enough to freeze water at the North Pole on Earth. She's angry about something...

*Iris nods to Andrea*
Iris: Cold enough to freeze a Jotun's blood. I wonder what's wrong...

*She and Horus both smile to Kara*
Horus: We've been good.
Iris: Yes, very, very good... or bad.
*She grins as Horus shifts uncomfortably*
Iris: How about you and Maiev?

Rita: Hello, Kara...
*The pair walk outside, and have a long private conversation. Eventually they return to the room, Rita leading the way with Mason walking behind. Rita points to the couch.*
Rita: Sit down, not a fething word.
Mason: Yes, Ma'am.
*Rita walks into the kitchen and pours herself some coffee.*
*She then removes her helm, and sips at it.*
Rita: Sorry about Mason.. he can be handful. You are welcome to kick the gak out of him.

*Iris laughs*
Iris: Oh don't worry. I don't think anyone here is stupid enough to fall for him and his accent
*Horus nods*
Horus: I can imagine. He seems like trouble


*Gharn is sitting on a sofa and looks amused at Mason's meekness*
Gharn: Put you in your place didn't she?

*nods and smiles*
We've been good.
*looks back at Rita and shrugs*
I've dealt with worse. So, how have you been, Rita?

*Harador looks over at Mason*
H: Another mortal. And what is your name?

*Rita nods and sips her coffee.*
Rita: He can be annoying at times.. I'm fine.
*She sighs.*
Rita: Good coffee.

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Mason: Another "mortal" what is that supposed to mean? Who the feth are you?
*He turns to Gharn.*
Mason: I know my place in the chain of command.

*I walk into the kitchen to get more coffee*
I hate the late shift....

*Cal goes to do his shift*


*Iris raises a eyebrow at Rita*
Iris: Fine? Are you really?


*Gharn chuckles slightly and opens Mossflower to read*

*nods*
That's good. Is that Mason a friend of yours?

*Harador extends a gauntleted hand to Mason*
H: Harador. And I name you a "mortal" because you are one. You age, and are not born from the Fade. This would make you mortal.

Rita: I'm fine, Iris.
*She finishes her coffee, and turns to Kara.*
Rita: Friend?
*She snorts laughter.*
Rita: No... he is one of my squadmates... Sergeant if you can believe it.

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*Mason frowns, but still shakes his hand.*
Mason: Sure.. What the hell is the fade?

*Iris frowns but drops it*
*Horus frowns and stands*
Horus: Alright, I think I'm going to head off to work...
*Iris and kisses him on the beak*
Iris: Have fun!
*Horus grumbles*
Horus: You know it...
*He walks off towards the garage as Iris sits back down and crosses her legs, sipping her Darjeeling tea*

*I glance at Rita at her tone but say nothing*
*I keep drinking my coffee*

*Rita turns to Andrea.*
Rita: Hello.. I'm sorry but have we met before?

*I shake my head then extend a hand*
We haven't. I'm Andrea, I'm a medic for Raynor's Raiders, you may or may not have met my boss Jim.

*Blake walks out of the bar towards the kitchen*

*Leo sits in her room with Amy*

*shrugs*
I figured I would ask.
*smirks*
But I can't say I'm surprised at your answer.

*Harador sighs*
H: Some might call it hell. Others, heaven. It is the Maker's realm, one of the first that he created. It is what I might call home, when I am occupied with other matters.
*drops a hand to the pommel of his sword*

*Scatty limps from the medbay and eases herself down on a couch then closes her eyes peacefully*


*Ra is frantically working to get ahead so he can leave and not be utterly swamped on his return*


*Twilly walks into the kitchen and looks around for some sardines*

*Rita nods.*
Rita: A medic, good to know. No I haven't met your boss yet, I'll keep a eye out for him.

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*Mason rolls his eyes.*
Mason: So let me get this straight, you are some demon or angel?
*He looks at Haradors sword.*
Mason: Love to see you fight a ronin with that dinky sword.

*I smile*
Yep, if you ever need to be put back together I'm the one to talk to. As for Jim, he's around infrequently, so if you want to meet him keep an eye out for his ship: the Hyperion (spelling?)