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Jan 29, 2009 8:19:25 GMT -5
Post by Zarkan on Jan 29, 2009 8:19:25 GMT -5
"As you wish Lia." he said stepping closer to the two women. "It is always a shame when a good mandalorian dies particularly now." he said slowly hopping to comfort the women. "But he died doing his duty to his family and surely there is a great deal of honor in that." finished somberly bowing his head towards them. after several minutes of silence Ark felt a hand press against his hull and a voice speak before a young man skirted around him. lia's reaction to the man wasn't all together strange he remarked to himself. "A brother I assume?" he asked gesturing to the man with his right hand. He actually got somewhat angery with this mans attitude quickly and lifted him by the back of his flight suit a good four feet off the ground. "Have you ever heard of the saying it's not the proper time Boy?" true it wasn't a exact question, but his pride was wounded a little by the man never mind he'd already had less than complete sympathy for this man considering what lia had said about her brothers.
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Jan 29, 2009 9:04:29 GMT -5
Post by Talau the Ever-Lurking on Jan 29, 2009 9:04:29 GMT -5
Italia nodded slightly at Ark's question of if Itani was a brother of hers. Yes, unfortunately, he was. The big pain in her arse that he was. At least he had arrived though, so she couldn't hold it against him. Not until his last statement. Roiling with anger, she pulled back to lay him flat only to have Ark beat her to the quick. Kiva, startled by the sudden commotion clung to her daughter and half cried, half looked as if she wanted to do the same thing. Only after Ark had said his piece did Italia deign to lay into him.
Itani! How cold can you be? Really, I understand trying to lighten a mood, but....but this was DAD we're talking about here! You couldn't just ask who he was and be done with it...you had to add your twisted humor! Earlier today it would have been funny but....but now....ugh.
She went on growling beneath her breath in mando'a about idiot brothers and no good assassins, only a few words being caught here and there. Finally, looking as if she'd calmed herself a bit, Italia turned back to her mother.
Mum, I'm joining the Special Ops team...this way you won't have to worry about anything because there won't be gaps between pays...at least not long ones since I can line other jobs up ahead of time and....and I'll be sure to get one of the Hart's boys to help with the fields this year until we can figure out if we can keep the land still or not....okay? And Butter-brain over here is gonna help me....whether he likes it or not.
She turned her head and shot a "I'm not giving you a choice" glare at her brother.
Isn't that right butter-brain?
Not waiting for an answer, she looked back to her mother, holding her shoulders lightly.
I'll make things work out okay...so you just try to get better for us.
Kiva managed a strangled chuckle and shook her head slightly.
Don't worry over me so much Italia...I'm old enough, and the farm's not what it used to be anyway....I might not mind if...if....
If it goes under? Like hell you wouldn't mum....don't give me that guff okay? I know better. You're allowed act strong if you want, but you're not allowed to be stupid....so don't say such things. Besides, just because I don't call this dusty ol' place home any more doesn't mean you're not still attached to it. I couldn't let....well I just couldn't allow anything like that to happen.
Italia sighed and rested a hand on her hip before turning to look at Ark and her brother once more.
Bah. Put him down please Ark...as fun as it is to see him dangling like that if he's going to help out, I need him on the ground.
Lia gave a worn out look to Ark and sighed again as Kiva sat down once more and gazed off into the distance. After a few moments, she returned her eyes to Arkandos fixing him with a steely look.
You will take care of her won't you? I don't know what her plans are for Itani, but if she drags him along somehow, you will try to keep them safe vod?
Kiva asked, looking resigned.
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Jan 29, 2009 14:59:50 GMT -5
Post by Latus on Jan 29, 2009 14:59:50 GMT -5
Itani twitched a bit as he was lifted a few feet off the ground by the hulking droid-thing behind him. He seized up a little when she called him Butter-Brain, he loathed that old childhood name, it was something that haunted him day in and day out when he was younger, before Italia left home.
Tilting his head back he took a long breath and closed his eyes, even though it wasn't the most obvious of situations he felt undeniably at home. Calming a bit he reached back and touched the hand grasping his collar. Silently he took tabs on what was holding him, if bad came to worse it payed to be prepared.
Beskar plated polysteel digits, chromium conduits, hydraulic-backed synthetic muscles...
Your name is "Ark" I take it? And there is no improper time for anything I do. If I could feel the necessary emotions with more clarity I would not hesitate to express them. Being an... assassin does that to you.
Glancing at Italia he gave her a brief glare.
"You know how I hate that nickname."
As the thick metal arm returned him to the ground he returned his attention back to his mother. There was little be could do to support her, his lifestyle was barely enough for him to live on.
Mum, I have been gone for far too long; made my way in the universe using my training as a mando. I think, since father passed on, I should take his place and help you work the farm. Its my duty as your son to help you in such a hard time.
He meant every word, he was willing to give up his life as a killer to take over his fathers work. He could sell his ship, it could even give them enough to afford some new equipment...
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Zarkan
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Jan 29, 2009 15:38:24 GMT -5
Post by Zarkan on Jan 29, 2009 15:38:24 GMT -5
Arkandos would have glared at the man in his grasp if he could before he dropped him like a sack of potatoes to the porch. "My Name is Arkandos Phelen of clan Ordo pup." he growled at the young man on the floor. Ark hated Assassins dearly the were every thing a honorable warrior despised. Ark answered this itani's question though he directed it at Italia more. "I will assure you the army will take good care of your mother the mandalorian people have not fallen that far yet." he said before turning and bowing to the old woman. "I will protect her as if she was my own daughter vod of this you have my eternal word."
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Jan 29, 2009 16:08:17 GMT -5
Post by Talau the Ever-Lurking on Jan 29, 2009 16:08:17 GMT -5
Italia, seeing this going bad places, put a hand on Itani's shoulder heavily.
Yes. I know. That's why I used it.
She replied with a raised eyebrow. Kiva, however, studied the young man quietly for a moment, sighing.
No Itani...I know you and your sister are no longer attached to this land. Not like I am. You have other skills...ones that should be used for a better purpose. Go help your sister in the military. Your father would have....he would have wanted that I think.
Italia nodded slightly and offered him a grim smile as Kiva turned to Ark once more.
Thank you vod. She's a good girl, she was taught well and can take care of herself but...it helps me feel better. And watch after this trouble maker to? Both of you. Itani, I expect quite a bit from you boy...don't let me down.
The older woman said with a smile to her younger son.
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Jan 29, 2009 16:34:18 GMT -5
Post by Latus on Jan 29, 2009 16:34:18 GMT -5
Ordo... clan Ordo. If he dared to kill himself for his own foolishness then he would have . Even though he liked to play with the rules a bit and stay on the informal end of the mandalorian culture, the Ordo clan deserved his respect.
"It is true then, what they say about looks. Yours are more deceiving than you know beskar'gam Ark.
Still unable to bring himself to go farther than that he gave the hulking machine a nod, as much respect as he could muster. Shaking his gaze he looked back down at his mother, there would be no convincing her against her decision.
"Mum, I know what this farm means to you and father. I will not argue with you but know that I would have made this my life."
Kneeling again he embraced her again, hoping that she would not think less of him for leaving again. His eyes filled with pain he looked over her shoulder and whispered.
"I won't let you down."
Releasing her Itani stood again and turned toward the others, the cocky smile on his face.
"The army, eh? What did you have in mind?"
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Jan 29, 2009 19:37:29 GMT -5
Post by Zarkan on Jan 29, 2009 19:37:29 GMT -5
"I am made of many a surprise pup." Arkandos said crossing his arms over his chest. "With luck perhaps the army will make you a proper mandalorian instead another rift-raff claiming the title." he bitterly said as he turned to Lia. "We should leave now." was all he managed to get out before the man spoke. "Attacking Corrusant, of course." he said flatly with no hint weather it was true or not.
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Jan 29, 2009 21:47:25 GMT -5
Post by Talau the Ever-Lurking on Jan 29, 2009 21:47:25 GMT -5
Shaking her head at his first comment, Italia simply sighed and rolled out her shoulders. Watching the exchange between the two, she wondered if they would ever get along. How odd that Ark was such a sweet heart toward her and not Itani. Well, it wasn't as if he'd managed to make a good first impression after all. As he spoke to their mother, a sad half smile came to her face. He was being completely honest with her...Lia could tell.
Ner tat...
She muttered, the Concord Dawn version of 'vod' as he spoke and hugged Kiva. There was something about his voice, something subtle that changed when he told the truth. Not only was that subtle nuance there, but a measure of withheld pain as well.
I know Itani. Ni kar'tayli gar darasuum ad...bring honor to the clan, and don't forget The Six. ((I love you son))
She replied, hugging her son back and smiling. The old woman was proud that they'd finally come out of their turbulent youth and seen the way of a true mando...family, duty, honor, and the military. Their father would indeed have been proud of them both. Even if Itani was being forced into it by his older sibling. As Ark spoke again, however, Italia shot straight up from where she had been leaning, a look of shock and surprise on her face as she flailed slightly, trying not to fall over in her sudden movement.
Ohgosh! Waitwaitwait! Lemmegogetmystuff! Holdon!
She shouted, running inside the house faster than a frightened rabbit. Gathering her blasters, her case of detonators, her slicing tools, her rifle and her rucksack, she hurried outside again and grinned sheepishly.
This is all I have on me at the moment. The rest is on my ship, so I'll need to stop by there before we leave for...where ever we're going...so I can put things straight and make sure I have what I'll need.
She huffed a sigh.
I wish I knew what it was we were doing so I could be more prepared right off the bat....
The auburn mused, handing her mother the string of rabbits before shoving her pack into the rucksack as well and shouldering it.
Right. That's it then.
Turning she kissed Kiva on the cheek and hugged her, smiling.
Alright mum...I'll be back soon enough. I'll make sure to contact the Hart boys to help you out this year.
Italia stated with a firm nod, and turned back to Ark and Itani.
Lets go then.
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Post by Latus on Jan 30, 2009 19:45:06 GMT -5
((Sorry I haven't posted until now, I was called into work kinda early so I never got the chance.))
The cocky smile still practically permanent across Itani's face barely flickered at Ark's words. No one would attack Coruscant directly, it was a fool's errand. A concept crossed his mind that made the hulking mandalorian's comment meaningful, perhaps they never intended to engage them directly...
Turning back towards his mother he motions a small wave, he was never one for long goodbyes.
"And I you, take care of yourself."
Itani had barely said a thing when he left originally; he knew he loved her, she knew he loved her. It was during his reflection on this that he saw Italia nearly fall over, something most unexpected for one he viewed as the strongest mando he knew. After the flurry of running and collecting of things he could only help but wonder. Stepping away from the small dwelling he turned to Ark.
"Is this usual for her? She went from dark and contemplating to schizo and off balance at the drop of a hat.
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Jan 31, 2009 10:16:22 GMT -5
Post by Zarkan on Jan 31, 2009 10:16:22 GMT -5
Arkandos shook his "head" at Lia as she rushed inside to gather herself. "I wouldn't know I just met her today, " he began as the young woman rushed out of the small low building in a flurry. "We're running low on time or I'd make you run Itani, come on up you go." he said to them both as he easily picked them both up off the ground and began walking from the house out of the small farming district at a easy walking pace.
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Jan 31, 2009 21:02:00 GMT -5
Post by Talau the Ever-Lurking on Jan 31, 2009 21:02:00 GMT -5
Italia managed to clamber onto a more secure position near Ark's shoulder with his help.
Well, at least you warned me this time.
She stated with a smile, managing to situate herself semi-comfortably on her perch.
Alright, Lat, just so you know...hang on tight or you'll fall. Also, when we get to their little base...the leader, Bane, well, he's not the most easy going person, so I suggest you be on your best behavior.
She warned as Ark walked, if one could really call it a walk, down the dirt road between the fields and houses.
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Jan 31, 2009 21:56:09 GMT -5
Post by Latus on Jan 31, 2009 21:56:09 GMT -5
Itani exhaled as the large hand grasped him and lifted him onto the hulking frame. It was not merely the act that shocked him but the situation itself. Joining the military had always been something he had wanted to avoid but now, riding a hulking form of a member of clan Ordo, he wanted to not only join, but succeed. He ran his fingers through his hair trying to work out some of the confusion, his other hand grasping a piece of armored plating. He laughed as Ark began his pace across the village, Italia's comment reigniting his loner sentiment.
"If this Bane guy is even close to as lenient as the one that I'm riding I will do fine. At least I won't die from my own foolish attitude, I would already be pushing up daises if that was the case."
Scoffing he looked down at Ark. Not being able to glean emotions was a bit disheartening but it would have to do. You only had to be lifted off the ground like a toy once to get a bit of discipline forced into your skull. The footsteps quickened in pace as Ark thundered past the agrarian communities with almost unsettling speed.
"Because of the change in plans I will have alter my arrangements with the spaceport and retrieve my equipment."
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Jan 31, 2009 22:23:49 GMT -5
Post by Zarkan on Jan 31, 2009 22:23:49 GMT -5
"I'm sure there will be time before we leave to make those arrangements." Ark said finally answering on a lia's and itani's questions in one fell swoop as he reached his full jogging stride across the prairie and in a very short the lights of the base were within view on the horizon. A few hundred feet from the base Ark slowed to a stop and lowered both the girl and the boy to the ground before striding very slowly towards the massive base gate.
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Jan 31, 2009 22:36:51 GMT -5
Post by Talau the Ever-Lurking on Jan 31, 2009 22:36:51 GMT -5
Italia simply nodded in affirmation as she trotted along beside the cyborg. It hadn't taken them long at all to get to the base, and now they were back she was slightly apprehensive. She wasn't military material, but...too late for that now....she'd just have to do her best.
(move back to HQ after final posts)
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