Vir Cotto ([info]vir_cotto_tm) wrote,
@ 2005-10-07 22:49:00
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Entry tags:b5 star stuff

Star Stuff: Specters (originally locked, now open to all)
Continued from here.

Other players are now welcome. The danger has passed. For now.



Briefly, Vir closes his weary eyes. The last day and night have passed in a drug-induced blur periodically interrupted by bouts of violent sickness and painful muscle spasms which have only begun to subside in the last hour. Senna now sleeps beside him, her face finally relaxed, her lips slightly parted. Vir caresses her cheek gently as Risak continues his lecture.

"I do not wish to say I told you so, your Majesty, but... actually, no, that is precisely what I wish." Risak kneels beside the bed. "By all the gods, you could've been killed- and for what? What are you trying to prove?"

"I'm not trying to prove anything," Vir replies, his voice weakened by pure exhaustion. "I'm trying... to confront a ghost."




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*Tir'In* The Storm Comes...
[info]betareject
2005-10-08 05:13 pm UTC (link)
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"...Directionless so plain to see,
A loaded gun won't set you free.
So you say..."

New Dawn Fades - Moby
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His words so fiery still rush through her mind in a blur of furious raw passion, driven by the need to avenge the many souls lost needlessly. For the memory of her twin, for the memory of her family, his family the remnants that still remain of her people this had to be done. There would be no turning back. No faltering, no hesitation, only the direct spearhead attack that would end it all and finally give her troubled soul the rest she desperately sought.

She enters the medlab ignoring the distaste she feels at the thought of taking out so weakened a foe. There was no honor to be found in this battle, but then when were the Centauri ever honorable? The thought only fuels her fires further as she storms into the medlab.

The guards don't stand a chance as they try to stand between her and the entrance. As a former member to the notorious bodyguards known as the "furious" she is more deadly without weapons then with them. A trait they learn only too soon as she proceeds to break the first man's neck with ease before slamming a fist into the second guards hearts puncturing them and instantly snuffing out his life. A third tries to fire his gun but in one swift agile movement she slams her boot into his jaw shattering it with disturbing ease as she hardly flinches as his limp form slides to the floor.

Proceeding forward she grabs the security officer by the wrist crushing his bones, forcing him to drop his weapon as well. A doctor rushes forward in shock demanding for her to leave but Tir'in is beyond any point of civilized response for her Lokvar though controlled is far too overpowering for such things. Slamming a fist into the woman's face she proceeds forward pausing only momentarily, grabbing the security guards gun on the floor before firing off a few shots as she soon relieves the rest of the security and medical staff of their duties.

Though they are trained and well equiped for such an event, this is unexpected. Due to the vulnerable timing and lack of prediction she has the upper hand; for the moment.

Nearing the man known as Risak she snarls in fury choosing to ignore him for the moment as her eyes fall onto the recovering Emperor and his wife. But the man is clever and standing between the bed and her he remains in place. She gives him a wicked smile as she laughs. </i>

Really do you think you stand a chance against the likes of me?

The man doesn't move his expression determined and stubborn. Amused by this and maybe subconciously a little respecting of his bravery she chooses not to end his life. Moving swiftly she resorts to her training once more as she slams her boots hard into the man's knees breaking them both, before hitting him firm in the neck, with her wrist. Rendering him not dead but temporarily unconcious which given his situation perhaps is a mercy.

Then with silence she approaches the bed and aims the gun to the Emperor's forehead, her eyes narrowing to slits as she whispers in the dialect of traditional Dar.


Now we end this, once and for all.

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Re: *Tir'In* The Storm Comes...
[info]vir_cotto_tm
2005-10-08 11:22 pm UTC (link)
"Vir-"

"Stay behind me and don't move."

Frightened, a now fully awake Senna obeys. Tiny bugs crawl at the edges of Vir's vision as he struggles to swing his legs off the bed and rise to a sitting position. Only by squeezing the edge of the bed with his hands does he manage to pull himself upright- and before long, his arms begin to shake with the effort of holding that position.

"It's not your way to shoot a prone and unarmed man," he says quietly in Dar. "So I will sit up and preserve your honor. End whatever it is you wish to end, Tir'In. End our hope. End our peace. Bring our peoples to war. Because if you kill me, that is the direction my people will most surely follow." He pauses; then, following an instinct, he adds, "And you know as well as I that they will show little mercy... don't you?"

Vir watches Tir'In's eyes. There is something familiar about them- something that reaches beyond their encounter early the previous day- but he can't quite put his finger on it.

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Re: *Tir'In* The Storm Comes...
[info]betareject
2005-10-08 11:56 pm UTC (link)
Tir'in watches this in disgust and confusion. It isn't like her to remove a man when he is already down. It is too "Centauri" for her liking but her orders were direct from the General himself and she isn't about to back down.

His words on the surface appear to do nothing as she powers up the weapon, but her finger lingers on the trigger as though hesitant to go through with this. Her eyes narrow slightly as she furrows her brow at his final words.


When have they ever shown mercy? There has never been peace between our worlds and you know it. All that there ever has been was moments to catch our breathes, to begin again. You will not trick me this time. I swore to him, I would not fail and I won't.

But if you're not to fail, why the hesitancy? Her thoughts echo in her mind as she stares at him feeling the strange nagging growing once more. His voice...Where had she heard it before?

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Re: *Tir'In* The Storm Comes...
[info]vir_cotto_tm
2005-10-09 04:33 pm UTC (link)
Vir's hearts skip their beats at the click and whir of the weapon, but years of fighting the Drakh have honed his discipline. He still projects calm. Moreover, he is thinking. Observing.

"Who is he? What has he promised you?" This is not a demand, but a gentle inquiry. "Vengeance? Believe me when I tell you that it's rarely as satisfying as many say." Vir swallows hard. "And I think... that maybe you know that. Otherwise, I would be dead already."

Tir'In's hand moves and Vir notices, for the first time, a line of Centauri symbols on her wrist. His eyes widen, understanding beginning to dawn. A years old memory rises unbidden of sick and wounded Narn huddling together in the spaceport at Yedor for warmth and comfort.

"You've been stamped," he whispers. "You were at Torva. Or Ascari. And then... you were brought to Minbar, weren't you? Great Maker."

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Re: *Tir'In* The Storm Comes...
[info]betareject
2005-10-09 05:26 pm UTC (link)
She scowls to his words as she retorts back sharply.

Don't try to play those games with me Centauri it won't work!

But yet the nagging doubt remains and seems to grow as he explains the weight of vengeance. She knows deep down he is right but since her disgraceful discharge as a Furious her life has been devoted to vengeance as though by spilling Centauri blood she could avenge those who died by their hands. So their screams of pain would drown outthe sound of hers.

She shakes her head trying to deny his words as her hand slips to adjust the weight of the gun. For trained in the arts of physical combat only leaves such weapons to feel awkward in her fingers. But his eyes seems to catch sight of her hidden shame and she flushes at his gaze before turning it to anger as she is about to pull the trigger to silence the strange look of sadness that lingers in his eyes.

But something stops her. His whisper catches her attention and she stares at him in disbelief.


What?

She murmurs in surprise as he quietly mentions the names of the camps to which so many had died. The name Ascari brings back a flood of memories so forceful it causes her to step back in instinctive horror. The images so frightening that still haunt her nightmares to this day fill her thoughts but then so does the memories of the escape.

Of the stranger, the angel who brought her out of the hell she was certain to die in.

How could he have known of the escape to Minbar...

That voice...

Tir'In? Is that your name?...

*The voice filled with compassion and a sadness she would never forget. A hand placed on her shoulder, followed by the warmth of a blanket then a forgotton commodity to her.

Fearful because of her lack of sight she tried to struggle, but the stranger's voice spoke again as their hand once more falls on her shoulder.*

It's alright, your safe now, no more harm will come to you.

The voice is gentle still the sadness remains. Though blind it was somethign she would never forget. But now the truth became clear and in shock she stares at the man in disbelief. The gun slips from her fingers and clatters to the floor as she feels her eyes turning to horror as she realizes what she almost has done.


By G'Lan...It was you!? I remember now...You're the one who brought me out of that hell...Took me to Minbar...

I didn't know...I couldn't see...The memories...

She shakes her head as she blinks struggling not wishing to appear weak as she places a clenched fist to her chest the reconition evident in her face.

I owed you my life and I almost killed you...

She glances to her hands as it all sinks in.

I...I am so sorry...I never knew...

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Re: *Tir'In* The Storm Comes...
[info]vir_cotto_tm
2005-10-10 06:07 am UTC (link)
Swaying, his knees quivering from a combination of illness and unspent adrenaline and his forehead glistening with sweat, Vir stands and approaches Tir'In. Carefully- hesitantly- he reaches out a trembling hand and touches her face.

"It's all right," he tells her, his dark eyes full of compassion. "I can help. I can... protect you from whoever has bound you to his service... whoever has sent you here on this mission. No harm will come to you. You'll be free, Tir'In, to choose something better for yourself."

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Re: *Tir'In* The Storm Comes...
[info]betareject
2005-10-10 06:28 pm UTC (link)
Filled now with shame at her actions and sadness at the loss she almost created she watches him as he approaches. His touch is gentle as are his words. Once more she is taken back 20 years ago to when she first heard his promise and learnt first hand he wasn't about to back down from it.

Closing her eyes she bows her head slightly before taking the dagger from her hip as she brings it across her palm. Returning his compassionate gaze she gives him a sad but determined look.


I have failed you even after the great gift you have given me all those years ago. Such a grave dishonor shouldn't go unpunished. What happens to me, should not concern you any further. What matters now is your safety for I assure you this is far from over. Once General Tra'Kar learns of this, he will certainly strike again and he will not be merciful.

You have saved me once, now let me return the favor. I will earn your respect and my honor properly as it should be.

She offers her bleeding palm as a faint smile returns to her features.

I was foolish enough to pass up this oppertunity the first time. I will not make that mistake agian. I am in your debt good friend, as such I will no longer leave your side until it has been repaid.

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Re: *Tir'In* The Storm Comes...
[info]vir_cotto_tm
2005-10-10 08:17 pm UTC (link)
Vir takes tight hold of Tir'In's hand with both of his own, pulling it up to his chest.

"Then you will be treated as an honored guest of the Imperial House," Vir says. "I don't keep slaves, Tir'In. Not even willing ones. Not even ones who think they have to earn compassion from me instead of receiving it freely."

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Re: *Tir'In* The Storm Comes...
[info]betareject
2005-10-10 08:31 pm UTC (link)
Her eyes waver to his actions her expression carrying a look of humble acceptance as she bows deeply, honored by his words and invitation.

I thank you for your offer, it will be a great honor.

She glances back to the carnage that she has commited and sighs deeply turning her attentions to the weakened Emperor as she remarks softly.

I think you should rest. I will stand guard in case he should come to look upon my handy work. Once you are feeling more well, I need to speak to you about things that is certain to occur and soon.

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Re: *Tir'In* The Storm Comes...
[info]vir_cotto_tm
2005-10-10 10:17 pm UTC (link)
"No." Vir rubs his forehead. "No, I need to stay awake. If station security arrives, they'll need to be told that I've given you asylum."

He feels an arm wrap around his waist. "I can do that as well as you can," Senna scolds lightly. "Tir'In is right- you should come back to bed and get some sleep. I will handle security... and Risak, when he wakes up."

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Storm passes...
[info]betareject
2005-10-10 11:18 pm UTC (link)
Kir'In frowns at his words, not out of anger but obvious concern. The poison may not kill him but he was hardly in any shape to do much other then rest. Unsure what to say to him she looks a little awkward, but thankfully Senna manages to talk some sense into the emperor as she gives the woman an apologetic smile.

Her attention then returns to Risak as she sighs deeply knowing he is sure to wake up and soon. Lifting the form from the floor with ease she moves him quietly to the bed. Glancing back to Senna and Vir she remarks softly.


I will tend to him properly...I wish i could do more but unfortunately i think it is too late for the others...

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As Senna:
[info]vir_cotto_tm
2005-10-10 11:46 pm UTC (link)
The empress eases her husband back into bed and softly brushes his now closed eyelids with two light kisses. Then, after caressing Vir's face one last time with her hand and adjusting the covers about his shoulders, Senna straightens and turns her attention to Tir'In, watching as the Narn woman lays Risak out on another bed nearby.

"Your victims will ask for reparations," Senna replies after Tir'In expresses her regret. "Or more. The next days will not be easy.

"Then again," she adds in her Northern Provincial lilt, "changing rarely is. Londo Mollari and Citizen G'Kar both knew that quite intimately when they were alive."

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[info]natoth_muse
2005-10-20 08:44 pm UTC (link)
Supreme governor and his Counsellor went to visit Centauri Emperor, but have stopped in the corridor, having seen security of station and group of physicians.
Na'Toth has taken G'Rika for the hand and hardly appreciablly squeezed it.
For one instant her heart has stiffened in the breast.
G'Rika has stated this fears aloud.

Emperor? Something happened with Emperor Cotto?
But doctors asserted, that he will recover... that this poison is dangerous only to Narns...
Na'Toth continued to hold her hand.
Easy, G'Rika. We should not show our excitement here.
Na'Toth has seen Roger through glass of hospital chamber and has tried to call to him.
Mr.Smith... What's happened here? Emperor..?

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[info]rogersmith_bigo
2005-10-21 03:58 am UTC (link)
*Roger looks at the security contingent and beckons in G'Rika and Na'Toth. They see him exchange a few words with LT Bell.*

*With a small bow.* Supreme Governor, Miss Na'Toth.

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[info]betareject
2005-10-23 01:42 am UTC (link)
Tir'In having recieved instructions for the coming events waits relaxes somewhat feeling more comfortable knowing her place in the scheme of things and slipping into the role she once knew well. She was a guard again, though for a new master, one that she once sought to remove without question.

Her path has changed and for once she is grateful for it.

As Na'Toth and G'Rika enter Tir'In stiffens but doesn't say a word. She isnt' sure how to respond to this, to their presence but her eyes are filled with silent apology and shame though she stands proud.

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[info]rogersmith_bigo
2005-10-23 01:43 am UTC (link)
*Roger sees the exchange, but draws no attention to it.*

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[info]vir_cotto_tm
2005-10-23 01:53 am UTC (link)
Vir, meanwhile, struggles to sit up, Senna adjusting his pillows behind him. "It's all right," he says, seeking to assuage the lingering fear in his counterpart's eyes. "I've had better days, but I'll survive."

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[info]rogersmith_bigo
2005-10-23 01:55 am UTC (link)
Sometimes that's all we can do.

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[info]vir_cotto_tm
2005-10-23 02:07 am UTC (link)
"And sometimes we can do more." Vir looks up at Tir'In. "Supreme Governor G'Rika- this is Tir'In. She has offered us some information about your attacker that will probably help us in the coming days."

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[info]rogersmith_bigo
2005-10-23 02:09 am UTC (link)
*Roger takes a couple of steps back in order to let G'Rika and Na'Toth move in closer.*

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[info]betareject
2005-10-23 04:31 am UTC (link)
Tir'In places a clenched fist to her chest in greeting though she knows G'Rika will know who she is or rather was. There is no doubt her sisters would have informed her of the O'Jin that once fought by their side.

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[info]rogersmith_bigo
2005-10-23 04:32 am UTC (link)
*Roger is scanning the general vicinity of the room, using the cameras in the area to monitor all entrances and exits.*

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[info]natoth_muse
2005-10-23 05:06 am UTC (link)
Na'Toth hemms haughtily, gloomy looking on the Tir'In

The information? I doubt, that I learn something new. I am sure, it was Tra'Kar's idea.
Emperor, let to give you advice. Keep from this woman far away. I heard, that she was the devoted assistant of this mongrel.
I hope, that I have had in time to prevent new rash actions. From your permission, I would like to interrogate her.
She looks back on the Supreme Governor and her silent bodyguards.
We should take her away. She is very dangerous.

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[info]rogersmith_bigo
2005-10-23 05:08 am UTC (link)
She's pledged herself to the Emperor's safety.

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[info]vir_cotto_tm
2005-10-23 05:11 am UTC (link)
"Mr. Smith is correct, Na'Toth. Tir'In has renounced her connections with General Tra'Kar. She is under my protection."

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