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 *lands on the ground, still in a defensive position* Alright, where's Merle? *sees the raging battle exploding nearby and curses* I did what you said! Ah... I left Allen alone up there... I bet he thinks I ran away! *scowls and turns in his comm to Allen's frequency* Allen, I'll be back up there to help you soon. I have to rescue Merle!
**I didn't run away, I promise**
 *looks up to follow Merle's pointing* Okay! Hitomi's visions about this Van guy have caused her to be very ill, and now you're freaking out. I'll help Van! *looks at Merle* Just tell me what I can do! *looks at Millerna and the moleman* Please watch after Hitomi. I'll do what I can to help this guy out. Maybe that will stop Hitomi's visions... *looks back at Merle* Okay! I'll do whatever you say!
**let's go! I'll follow you!**
 *flips into stealth mode, becoming completely invisible to Allen* Sorry Shesta! I have some problems here! *swings his sword at Allen, making contact* If I can take him down, it'll be one less major problem to worry about. *hops around behind Allen and rams his melef into Scherazade full force and raises his sword up* Eh? *is startled by Dilandau's transmission* Company??
**distracted**
 *smiles as he sees Gatti and Guimel joining him. snaps on his comm* Good to see you guys! Together we can get that stupid knight. *turns just in time to see Allen charging him. is knocked down by the force of his blow.* Ow! That was unexpected. I thought I had him. Where did he come from?
**dazed**
 *through his NOSE, sees the Calei knights.* Heh! So that fat king thinks that he can defy me, eh? *snaps on his comm to his forces.* ATTACK!
**loves a good fight**
 *looks at the horizon. sees the advancing knights.* oh no! this could get ugly. i hope they know that Van is the good guy here. *crouches behind a tree as Jajuka joins Shesta.* i hope he doesn't see me. *notices Van landing with another guymelf.* that doesn't seem right. *starts to flutter towards Van when the sky above her burst into flames.* What?
**YIKES!!!!**
 GRRRRRRR stupid catwoman! ignoring me! grrrrrr *feels anger burn as he watches Van follow Eryia. hears Jajuka's comm.* What? Calei knights are attacking? *turns and sees the advancing army.* DRAGON SLAYERS! We have company!!! *powers up his flame thrower, aims, and starts shooting walls of fire at the knights*
**turning up the heat**
 *looks at their stunned faces.* LOOK! *shouts at them and points to the Crusade* See?? It's LORD VAN!!!! He needs our help! NOW!!!!
**come on guys...MOVE!**
 *hears Shesta's comm. sees the Calei knights advancing. tunes in his comm to dilly-boy's* Dilandau-sama! We have company! Asturia has sent their forces to greet us. *leaves stealth mode and flies down to join Shesta.*
**two against an army...we'll win easy**
 *hears eriya's comm* Right away sister! *sees that Allen is now busy with the dragon slayers. tunes her comm into their channel* Okay, he's all yours. I expect you guys to finish him off! *turns and flies off the Crusade. sees Eriya landing with the Escaflowne following. Joins her sister...at a descreet distance.*
**ready!**
 *falls to his knees from the liquid metal. twists and cuts some of the metal from him with Scherizade's blade.* Uhhh..*feels more liquid metal piercing into him.* must get to feet...will not lose to these idiots! *twists and cuts himself free from more of the liquid metal. although badly hurt, gets second wind. rushes towards Dallet, sword swinging. hits him and knocks him down. pivots and knocks Guimel off his feet. dizzy and seeing spots, turns towards Gatti.*
**your turn**
 Looks shocked at Yukari's outburst. "What?" Hears Dryden. "Nonsense!" Smiles at Eries. "I'm afraid I must agree with my daughter, Dryden. I didn't hear anything and I'm standing right beside Strategos...eh Strategos?" Sees Folken walking away. Frowns. "Now look what you have done! The alliance between my country and Zaibach seems to be a little thin right now. Eries! Take that servant girl out of here. Put her to work or something." Hastily hurries after Folken. "Strategos! Strategos! Wait up! That servant girl is mad or something. I know Zaibach wouldn't do anything to harm anyone in Asturia!" Catches up with him. Looks back at Yukari. "If she causes anymore alarm, I throw her into the dungeons! Now, where were we?"
**trying to calm Folken down**
 I should have known she was Van's mother. I mean I already knew she was Folken-sama's mother. *turns and looks at her* I wish she would get out of here. I can't promise that I won't hurt Van. He's the enemy! *hears Gatti's comm and switches it on* I got her to safety Gatti. I just hope she stays there. *frowns as he spots Asturia's knights coming* Dang! Looks like the rest of Asturia's army is coming! *shoots his liquid metal* Uh...a little help!
**gah, I'm surrounded!**
 *flys over to Dallet, Gatti, Allen and Naria* Hmmm...*tunes his comm into Dallet's* Need some help Dallet? *shoots some liquid metal at Allen* Let's double team him eh? Just don't go after me...ok?
**can you handle both of us Allen?**
 *stares at Yukari and Dryden* Are you both mad? I didn't hear anything like that, did you father? *sighs and looks up at the sky* Look! There goes the rest of the Calei knights! Van and Allen shouldn't be in trouble. *notices Folken has gone away* Father, why don't you see where he is going. *walks over to Dryden and whispers in his ear* We need to find that servant girl and make sure Folken doesn't get her. I'm sure my father will delay him...
**quick, while my father isn't looking**
 *smirks* He bought it! Let's land on the ground, and I'll give her to you. Now all I need is to get Naria, down here, and we can capture him! *starts flying to the ground* Is he following? *sighs and switches the frequency to Naria's* Sister, I'm getting the Escaflowne on the ground. Once the skinny boy hops out of it, grab him! We can both claim this prize to Folken-sama!
**it's working!**
 *looks up in alarm at Yukari and Dryden, then quickly regains his composure* Dornkirk-sama, *is talking into the comm* You have completely blown my cover. The alliance with Asturia has failed. But I will get the girl. *stares at everyone around him* Excuse me, I must go. *sidesteps Yukari* Don't get in my way. *keeps an eye on the people in the distance*
**I'll carry out orders....**
*stops and glowers at Eriya* You have... Merle? *slowly lowers his sword* But HOW?? Curse that Dryden Fasaa!! He failed! LET HER GO! *sheathes his sword* There! What do you want???
**I can't let you hurt Merle...**
 *watches the attack on the Crusade in the air* That can't be good... those two were overwhelmed. *frowns* But what can I do? King Aston has already sent some forces up there, but he doesn't notice how dire the situation is. And knowing that kitten, she's going to try something to help Van. I think I'll keep an eye on that... *looks in surprise at Yukari's outburst* I didn't hear anything, but I'll back her up anyway. She's right, your magesty!! Folken was just ordered to kidnap that servant girl!
**you SHOULD arrest him!**
*lands beside Dallet* I'm backing you up, Dallet! *flicks on the comm only to Shesta* Shesta! Did you get her to safety?
**yeah, I'm still here**
 *eyes go wide at the voice coming loudly from Folken's comm* Girl from the mystic moon??? *hops away from him very quickly* That can't mean me.... *swallows* You can't get Hitomi! I won't let you!! *looks at the king* A DISEMBODIED VOICE TOLD HIM TO KIDNAP HITOMI!! ARREST HIM OR SOMETHING! Wow... I'm yelling at a king! *stands defiantly in front of Folken, hoping to block his view of where Hitomi went*
**oh boy...**
Looks with concern at Hitomi. "Millerna, do you think that the royal doctors should look at your friend?" Notices that Millerna has left. Turns to a servant. "Summon the royal doctors. Have them look at that poor girl." Smiles at Merle. "Now my dear, don't look so stressed..." Watches the kitten scurry away. Sighs. "Well, who else is going to run off like chickens with their heads chopped off?"
**sheesh, settle down people, my army has the situation under control**
*tunes in his NOSE and sees Hitomi with a few others. opens his comm to Folken's channel.* Get that girl from the Mystic Moon and bring her here! Be quick about it! *tunes his NOSE to his army. sees them about to enter Asturia's borders. snaps on his comm.* Hold your positions! Advance ONLY ON MY ORDERS!
**drat! get that girl!**
*laughs gleefully at Van's attack. blocks Escaflowne's blow.* Oh Van! You have to do better than that! *about to shoot his liquid metal when Eryia steps between.* What? grrrrrr *snaps on his comm* WHAT ARE YOU DOING?? I HAD HIM!!!!
**why are you taking away my victory?**
*looks at Shesta.* Th..thank you. But..but it's my son that I'm worried about. Please, you mustn't hurt him. His name is Van. Please, he's a good boy. It's Folken, my other son, who is confused. *watches Shesta fly away.* i hope he heard me.
**one last plea**
*recovers from Allen's blow. sees that the knight is busy with the catwoman.* ha! now's my chance. make me look foolish will you? *shoots his liquid metal piercing the Scherizade in the back*
**take that Allen!**
Is shocked seeing Eryia standing between Dilandau and Van. what is she up too? why would she do such a foolish thing as that? hmmmmm, looks like to me she's trying to stop the fight between dilly-boy and Van. but why?
**stunned**
*looks wildly about at the startled group.* i know the king means well, but I have to get to Van! maybe i can sneak aboard one of the guard's ships since Dryden is just going to stand there and stare. *excuses herself and heads back towards the dock running smack into Millerna, Hitomi, Ammano and Mr. Moleman.* Uh? *looks at them* PLEASE, we've got to get to Lord VAN!
**desperate**
*parries just in time to avoid a deadly blow from Naria* Woah there little kitten, *says in a scarcastic voice* That wasn't very nice. *fights back, matching Naria blow for blow.*
**fighting with the cat**
 That's why you are ill. *walks over to Hitomi's other side and glances over her shoulder* I'm going to help her, father! *smiles at Amano* Thank you. *looks back at Hitomi* Would you feel better if we went on Dryden's merchant ship? He could take us to Van and the Crusade, you know. *smirks and spots the moleman* Hitomi, and *looks at Amano and gulps* uh..Aaano? I'll be right back. *runs over to the moleman* Mr. Moleman, do you think you can sneak us aboard Dryden's ship? We need to help Van.
**I have an idea**
*snorts* He didn't buy that? Hmmmm...*watches him fight Dilandau* I need to get that idiot away from him. Folken-sama wants that boy alive... *flies over to the Escaflowne and goes between him and Dilandau* STOP! If you hit me, the girl dies! She is in here you know! What was that kitten's name..? Oh yea... I HAVE MERLE IN HERE!
**hope this works...**
Phew. I thought you were goner. Ok, I'm going into stealth mode, so Dilandau-sama won't see us. *hears Gatti's comm and talks back to him* I'm gonna get her out of here. It's the only way I can repay her. Besides, she was a distraction to Dilandau-sama. And as you can tell, he doesn't need any right now. I'm just going to land and let her go off. *switches the comm's frequency so that Varie can only hear it* Ma'am, I'm going to put you on the ground, ok? Then I'm going back. *flies to the ground and lands* Now we are even. Please don't fly back up there. I won't be responsible if something happens to you.
**I'm over stepping my boundaries here, so don't kill yourself!**
 We got to get to Van..he's in trouble. Oh Amano-senpai, I can see it! I can see him dying! We need to help him...but I don't know how. I don't even know if he needs help. I..wish..I didn't see these visions. They..they make me ill. *struggles to walk straight* If only I had my pendant...
**oh Van...how can I help you down here..?**
 Weird...Gatti has gone into stealth mode and Shesta has gone batty. Oh well. *watches Miguel fly towards Dallet* I think I'll help them! *flys after Miguel*
**here's your help!**
 Ah! *sees some soldiers approaching* What do we have here?? *notices Dilandau and Van drifting farther away* Eh? What's he doing? Oh well. *watches the soldiers heading to the crusade* Ah! Dallet's there! *charges the soldiers*
**hey, back off!!**
*twists away from Eriya, momentarily pondering what she said* She's got to be lying. Hitomi is safe with Dryden. *is still hesitant when Dilly starts calling him a coward* C... Coward? *the green jewel in Escaflowne starts to glow as he charges Dilly full force* I AM NO COWARD!!
**don't you DARE call me that you maniac!**
*pulls Hitomi's arm around his shoulder and props her up* Okay, I'm going to take her back to one of those rooms inside. *tugs Hitomi off, nodding his head at the king and princesses* Hitomi... what can I do to help you?
**worried**
*draws in a sharp breath as Shesta grabs Varie* Uh oh... *flips the comm directly to Shesta, and ONLY to Shesta* HEY! What are you DOING with that Draconian??? I know you don't think she's evil, and neither do I, but still! Dilandau-sama is going to kill you!! *hears Dallet's call* Tch. *flips to Jajuka's frequency* Hey Jajuka! Keep an eye on Dilandau-sama, okay? *flies towards the crusade in stealth mode*
**I'm comin, I'm comin**
Looks at Eries and at Merle. "Relax, I've sent for my soldiers. They should be nearing the Crusade right about now! Don't worry so."
**help is on the way**
*tunes in his NOSE and sees Dilandau trying to lure Van and the Crusade away.* Hmph! It's a little too late! *notices that the Crusade is going down. spirits pick up somewhat* Good! Maybe I'll be rid of that pestering knight!
**something might go right after all**
*races back to the pavillon as fast as she can. runs right up to Dryden.* Please, *huff* you must do something to help Van, *puff* He needs your help! *sees Folken. glowers!* How could you do such a thing? He's YOUR brother!
**you horrible man**
*recovers from Allen's blow. shakes her head.* man! he's got a mean right hook. *sees Allen going after Dallet. charges the Scrizade.*
**oh no you don't Allen**
Is surprised by Dilandau's suddened change of heart. what is going on? why is dilly-boy backing off? between him and eriya, they have got the escaflowne.
**what's the matter dilly-boy?**
*looks unsure at Shesta.* do i trust him or not? *is knocked aside by the Scherizade. recovers and flies into Shesta's outstretched claw.*
**okay, okay!**
*falls flat from the force of Allen's blow* Unh? *tries to get up but allen is too quick. snaps on his comm* Hey fellows!
**a little help here!**
*hears Gaddes* grrrrrr, this couldn't get any worse! my ship! my beautiful ship! *parries off Naria. notices that Eriya has left* Good! Things might be looking up after all. *gives naria a tremondous blow with his sword knocking her temporarily down. leaps at dallet knocking him off guard.*
**get off my ship!**
*hears Folken* What? is he crazy? move furhter out? *siiiighs. looks at Van.* Hey coward! It's you and me! *hits him hard* Come on! Let's go where it's not so crowded. *starts flying away from everyone and asturia's borders.* Come on COWARD! Or I'll burn everything in sight.
**we're too close?**
*a bit flabbergasted at what Prince Chid has told her* Ok, I'll try to get my father to help them. *runs off and over to King Aston* Father, we must send Caeli knights to help Van! They are in trouble! OOC: Ditto to what my sister said, (Teebla)! We had a great Christmas!
**they need help!**
I..I think so. *looks at Folken* Wow he..seems upset. I wonder if it's because my father actually thinks that Zaibach is attacking. I hope so! *helps Hitomi up and looks at Amano and Yukari* Help me, take her to another room. She needs..*spots her sister running towards them* What does Eries want? She looks troubled... OOC: Wai! Another happy Christmas for me!
**what's wrong with her?**
 You are right Moleman-san. I guess this is why Dryden ran off, Aunt Eries. To help Van-sama and the Crusade. Come, on! They need Asturia's help too! *squints* By the looks of it, they are really outnumbered! *runs off, dragging Eries and spots Merle* Merle! Go get Dryden! He needs to help them up there! *looks at Eries* I'll stay here and wait for Dryden and Merle. You should tell Grandfather to send Van-sama some help.
Happy Holidays!
**hope I'm not being pushy, but I want to help!**
Who is your son? Allen? He's Zaibach's enemy!! I only take orders from Dilandau-sama anyway. This isn't a place for you. For some strange reason, Dilandau-sama thinks you are evil. I don't though... *sighs and looks over and spots Dilandau busily fighting Van* I could get you to a safer place ma'am. *opens his claw* Here, fly in here. OOC: MERRY CHRISTMAS MINNA-SAN!
**hurry up, before someone sees!**
I hope you can handle Allen sister! *swerves outta of Allen's attacks* Ok, I better get that skinny boy then...*flys over to Esaflowne and smacks him hard in the back* Surrender! We have...What was that's girl's name? Oh no matter.....the girl! If you want to see her alive, then surrender!
OOC: Hope everyone is having great Christmas! ^__^
**uh yea...we have a hostage or something...**
I... I will see what is going on, sire. *pulls out his comm and contacts Dilandau* Dilandau! What are you DOING? I'm ordering you to leave the borders of Asturia... IMMEDIATELY!! *rises and steps away from the others a bit, and speaks quietly* Tell Naria and Eriya to do the same. Your mission, however, has not changed.
**get my meaning here?**
 *flicks on a comm directly to Allen* BOSS!! HELP! We're about to go down! GET THIS MANIAC OFFA HERE AND KILL HIM!!! (ooc: hope everyone's had a good day!)
**or... something like that.**
*swings an arm around (slightly damaged now) and pushes off of Dilly's sword- barely missing the liquid metal* Tch. *shoves Escaflowne's sword forward full force towards Dilly, trying to ignore the sparks flying* OOC: Indeed! Merry Christmas people!!!!
**Yeah, I'll fight!!**
Ah ha! *ducks Van's blow. pivots and swings back hitting the Escaflowne.* I got you now! *shoots his liquid metal at Van* OOC: Merry Christmas!
**fighting hard**
*lands on the Crusade. with his sword, starts swinging, destroying everything in sight.*
OOC: Happy Holidays!
**wrecking havoc**
*parries again and swings. hits, parries, pivots, swings.*
OOC: MERRY CHRISTMAS GANG!!!!
**holding his own**
oh i just can't stand idely by...i have to do something! *looks around.* but what?
OOC: Happy Holidays!
**trying to figure out how to help Van**
Smiles as he watches the battle between Allen and Van. both are good, but dilandau-sama seems to be in good form today. he looks superb against the Escaflowne. OOC: Peace guys!
**admiring dilly-boy's skills**
*looks suspcious at Shesta.* Why are you doing this? Why have you attacked my son? And I thought we were friends.
Merry Christmas and have a safe and Happy Holiday season gang! *____*
**why are you doing this?**
*smiles at Eryia.* Sister, you're in excellent form today! We shall have this knight on his knees in no time.
OOC: Peace and Joy to ALL! :)
**feeling confident**
*notices that the Crusade is too close to Asturia.* drat! i told those fools to wait UNTIL the Crusade is AWAY from Asturia! grrrrrr, what idiots! how could Folken goof up like this?
OOC: Happy Holidays!
**gotta put the blame on someone**
Looks with concern at Hitomi. Turns to Millerna. "Is, is she going to be all right?" Hears what Dryden said. "Uh? Zaibach's forces? Impossible!" Looks toward the Crusade. Hmmmm, they do look like Zaibach forces. Looks at Folken.
OOC: Merry Christmas everyone!
**uh explain?**
*eyes the battle in the sky* If I didn't know any better, *glares at Folken* those are DRAGONSLAYERS, the elite soldiers of Zaibach. How do you explain THEM, huh? *looks at the king* I think Strategos is a liar, your highness.
**those guys need help up there!!**
 *sighs at Eries's tone with him* Hello... what's that? *watches the battle in the sky* It looks like the Crusade is being attacked!! *points upward* I recognize those guymelefs! Those are the dragonslayers of Zaibach!!!
**wow, I didn't expect that so soon!**
Draconian?? *sees the image of Varie in the feather* But she's not really here! *looks around and doesn't see her anywhere but the feather* Viole... I see a draconian in this feather. But nowhere else! *notices Shesta* Who is Shesta talking to??
**is everyone going nuts here??**
*notices Dilandau is busy fighting Van* Ok, maybe I can talk to the Draconian and see if she really is evil, like Dilandau-sama thinks. *flys over to her and turns on his comm and speaks softly* Ma'am? Are you evil or good? Can I trust you?
**cause I think you are good...**
I don't think you can take the two of us on! Especially since when our attacks can be synchronized. *laughs and swings for his right side* Hmmm, I'm sure Naria can handle him, but how do I get that pryo away from Van? I guess I could wait until he gets him out of Escaflowne...but we need to capture him alive!
**Allen is nothing, getting Van is hard!**
Geez. The cat women are fighting Allen, and Dilandau-sama is fight Escaflowne. *sighs and spots Dallet messing up the Crusade* I could do that..but he has that under control. I wish I could capture that Draconian,
**sigh, what should I do now?**
*stares blankly at Yukari, Millerna and Folken* Wh..? *feels sickly* I saw Van...getting hurt. *looks at Folken* Folken-san..please help him. Don't trust Dornkirk. He wants to use...*sees them swirly around* Uph...I don't feel well...
**help Van, please!**
Looks over at Folken. "So, I take it then Strategos that this isn't the work of Zaibach?" Looks at his guards. "Send our men to aid the Crusade!" Smiles at the group. "Don't worry. My men will bring back the young king of Fanelia, my greatest knight AND his ship in one piece. This rebel group of bandits won't get away with this."
**must be bandits...right?**
*giggles gleefully.* So, Van. You've decided to fight this time? Hm? No running away like last time? Then LET"S DANCE!! *draws his sword and returns Van's swing.*
**a sword fight with Van**
*watches in horror as Van engages battle with dilandau.* Oh No! My poor boy! oh why must it always be this way? all the fighting and the killing. when will it ever end?
**scared**
*laughs as he sees the fight ensure.* Look at them fight! My forces will eliminate them! *tunes in his NOSE to the army. snaps on his comm.* Spare no one. I want Asturia leveled to the ground!
**in a vicious mood**
*races towards the dock.* Lord Van! *sees Dryden's ship.* oh why didn't he go to his ship? if he did, then both of us would be on the way to help Van-sama!
**helplessly watching**
Sees the Escaflowne going after Dilly-boy. hmmmm, well, dilandau-sama can't think about that draconian now. i'll go into stealth mode and be ready in case dilly-boy needs some help
**turning invisible...for now**
*sees the Escaflowne going after dilandau.* Dilandau-sama! *notices that Gatti has stayed close. also notices another guymelf coming up from the horizon. squints.* why, that looks like Jajuka's guymelf! hmmmm, *turns back to the ship and sees the catwomen engaging battle with Allen.* Well Darn! There's nobody to attack except the stupid men on the ship! Oh well...shoots liquid metal at the ship as he flies towards it.*
**defend you ship Gaddes!**
*joins her sister in the fight with the Scherizade.* Ha knight! Can you fight the two of us at one time?
**got you...you blow hard!**
*sees Eryia's attack. swings his sword just in time to avoid a nasty blow from her guymelf. parries and swings again.*
**bring it on!**
*watches Varie flying around* Kill... her? *sees Van in front of Dilly* Rrr... I can't do that right now. I have to keep an eye on Dilandau-sama... If he gets in a tough situation with Van... I'll bail him out, of course.
**eh, saftey first??**
AHH! *jumps out of the way of liquid metal suddenly shooting in* @*#*#!!! *quickly grabs the steering wheel and manuvers the ship off the metal claw and starts yelling at the men* Damage report! How are the levistones???
**can we stay afloat??**
*rises and shakes his head* I assure you, I have no idea what is going on! *listens quietly to Yukari and Hitomi and goes over to them* What is it? What is it you see happening to Van? I know Naria and Eryia wouldn't harm him... but are the dragonslayers going to kill him?
**Allen can die, but not Van!**
*jumps up and helps pull Hitomi up a bit* Hitomi-chan!! *looks up at everyone else in alarm* She said before that she gets visions in this world. If she thinks something is going to happen to this Van... then he needs help!!
**I believe her!!**
*flies up into the fray and spots Dilly* Him... *flies in front of Dilandau, sword drawn* What have you done with Hitomi's pendant?? *whacks at the pyromaniac* Huh??
**wanna fight??**
Draconian? What is that pryo braying about? *spots the Scherazade* Sister, ignore them. I see Allen over there. Let's play with him eh? *flys over to Allen and powers up*
**I see you!**
She's flying towards the Crusade! *flys after her, shooting liquid metal everywhere* Did I hit her? No..I got that dumb ship...
**I really don't want to hurt her...**
Hitomi! *runs over to her side and puts her hand on her forehead* She's burning up! *blinks as Hitomi screams in her face about Van* Van? Van isn't here. *looks over at Dryden* Right, you said Van is on the Crusade? *goes back to Hitomi and looks at Yukari and Amano* Please help me, get her inside. *glares at Folken* This isn't your doing, is it?
**what have you done?**
*makes sure the comm is only tuned into Miguel's* WHAT?? You still have that stupid feather?? I told you to get rid of it!! Do you see anything in it? *hears Dilandau order them to get rid of a Draconian* Dracoinan? I don't see any...do you Miguel?
**for crying out loud, listen to me!**
*jumps back at dilly-boys liquid metal.* What??? He fired at me??? *realizes what dilly-boy said. looks wildly around. snaps on his comm* Dilandau-sama! I don't see any draconian woman, sir!
**have you lost YOUR mind???**
*eyes grow huge seeing dilly-boy shooting his liquid metal, missing her by inches.* Oh no! I must get out of here. *heads back to the Crusade.*
**taking cover**
Snaps on his comm to Dilandau's channel. "Forgive me Dilandau-sama, but I think you should go after the Escaflowne and the Scherazade! They are advancing!"
**leave that draconian alone!**
*heart skips a beat at Dryden's words. watches him race back to the king. turns to the horizon.* LORD VAN!!!!
**oh no!**
*sees Dallet and Guimel attacking the cat women* WHAT ARE YOU FOOLS DOING???? *shoots his liquid metal right in front of Guimel and Dallet, barely missing them.* Don't attack them! you MORONS!! Folken-sama's special forces are on our side! Get the DRACONIAN!!!! She's right in front of you!!!!
**i'm surrounded by idiots**
*looks in amazement at some of the dragon slayers.* What?? They are attacking their own people? hmmmm, this could be interesting. *draws Scherazade's sword*
**ready to fight**
*narrows her eyes at both Guimel and Dallet* You better listen to my sister you fools! Unless, of course, you want to die!
**IDIOTS!!!!**
*tunes in his NOSE. sees some of the dragon slayers about to attack the cat women.* WHAT???? Grrrrrr, that pyro! That settles that! He's seeing the scientists as soon as possible. *snaps on his comm* Zaibach forces! ATTACK Asturia! *tunes in to Folken's channel* Folken! Get that girl from the Mystic Moon and bring her to me...NOW!
**sending more distractions**
Jumps to his feet upon hearing Dryden's outburst. "What? Under attack by Ziabach's forces?" Shoots Folken a look. "Impossible, right Strategos?" Looks at Hitomi. "What's the matter with this girl? Why did she suddenly fall ill like that?"
**what's going on!**
Oh hello there, Moleman-san. Aunt Eries and I...*trails off as Eries starts to talk to him* But Aunt Eries..*pauses and looks up at the sky in the distance* What's happening over there?
**is that a battle?**
She..put a spell on Dilandau-sama? *shakes his head and flys over to Varie* I guess I should attack...*hears Eriya's outburst and stops in midflight* What are they doing? Why are they attacking them?
**what's going on?**
Wha..? *watches as Dallet and Guimel are approaching them* What are they doing? Are the...*stops and sees Guimel getting ready to attack her sister* No you don't...*flips on her comm* YOU IDIOT!! WHY ARE YOU ATTACKING US! WE ARE ON YOUR SIDE!!
**if you attack us, we will kill you!**
Gah! *jerks back as the Moleman suddenly appears infront of her* What DO you want? We need to speak with Dryden. *looks down on him, like he is dirt beneath her* Why in the world would my sister have this thing for a friend. And why is he in our way?
**get out of my way, you strange thing**
He wants us to attack them? But aren't they Folken's special attack force or something? *shrugs and follows after Dallet* Well I guess I should do what Dilandau-sama says. Perhaps he knows something we don't. *flys over to Naria and is about to shoot liquid metal at her*
**well, I'll do whatever Dilandau-sama says...**
*gives Dryden a look of disbelief* What? They are under attack! Oh no...it's just like my vision! Why did I let Van go by himself? What should I do? *starts to feel very faint* Van!! Please be ok!! *falls over on the table and sees darkness* Oh, not another vision... *sees Van being captured by the cat women and being shipped off to Zaibach, along with Escaflowne* NO..No! I don't want to see this! Stop it! *sees Dornkirk with Van, laughing sadsitically* Stop it! *hugs her self tightly* STOP IT!!! LET VAN GO!!
**having a very, very bad vision!**
*looks off in the somewhat distant sky* Uh, Merle, it looks like they're AlREADY under attack... !! I'll go inform the king! *runs back to the table as swiftly as possible* Your magesty! Allen Scezar and Van Fanel are under attack by Zaibach's forces!! *shoots a glare at Folken* Oh, but my ship is okay.
**of course, my money still matters to me!**
Oh boy, looks like another full scale battle. *sends a distress signal to Asturia, calling for backup* The boss may be the best there is, but not against THOSE odds... *looks out at the unfolding battle*
**sending for help**
*hears Viole* Ah.. it's this feather... It's glowing, and I can see stuff in it... *pauses and listens to Dilandau* Eh? Attack... who? *sees Varie in the feather* Her...? *sees Dallet going after the catwomen* Them?? *goes into a defensive position and snaps on his comm* Dilandau-sama! Attack WHO? *scans the air and sees no signs of Varie*
**aren't the catwomen on our side??**
*watches the scene unfold at the Crusade.* DRAT!!!!! she's seen the dragon slayers AND she's stopped! Ten to one she doesn't go to Asturia and get that girl from the mystic moon. *growls* hmmmm, i must think of something else...but what?
**back to scheming**
*sees the cat women. snaps on his comm* Hey look guys, we have company coming. hmmmmm, why are THEY here? *hears dilandau's orders.* what? attack her? Who? the cat women? they can put spells on people? *shrugs his shoulder.* okay, whatever dilly-boy says. *turns to the oncoming cat women.*
**just following orders**
Hears dilly-boy's orders. what? attacked her? what's dilly-boy talking about? put a spell on him? Eyes grow huge. oh no! it's that draconian. dilly-boy must stay away from her. Jumps into his guymelf, powers up and takes off, heading for the Crusade.
**dilly-boy, don't change into dilly-girl. not now!**
*that winged demon as seen us. snaps on his comm* ATTACK HER!!! She's the one that put the spell on me! ATTACK!!!!!
**get her**
*grins* Way ahead of you sister! *powers up her guymelf shooting towards the Crusade as fast as she can.*
**out of the way boys, the girls are here**
*sees the dragon slayers* Oh my! What are THEY doing here? *sees the cat women at they approach.* It's an attack! That old man tricked me!
**how dare he!**
Looks surprised and slowly sits back down. "Um, Millerna? That..that strange..um, you know that..that talking rat?"
**this isn't good**
Gaddes! Get ready for battle. Armed the weapons! *hops into his guymelf and powers up. sees the cat women guymelfs.* Crud! The cat women AND the dragon slayers??? Sheesh!
**yikes!**
*looks at Moleman then at Dryden.* Oh please, I need your help. Lord Van and Allen are flying into a trap. I overhead Folken talking with that..that Dornkirk. Folken sent those awful cat women to attck the Crusade. But not only that, I heard that the Dilandau and the other dragon slayers are attacking too! Oh please, we must get aboard your ship. We have to warn them!
**help me please**
Yeah, Shesta... *watches Varie* It's her alright. *falls silent and thinks* I still don't think she's bad... But I'll see what Dilandau-sama says. *flicks on his comm to just Dilly's frequency* Dilandau-sama! The draconian woman is there... What should we do?
**waiting for orders**
*slowly processes what Allen said* Ah.. Ah! *sees the guymelefs* I'll get Escaflowne! *runs off and boards the special guymelef* Alright! I'm ready to defend the Crusade! *flies up to meet the catwomen*
**Yeah, I can take you on!**
*leads Dryden over to Merle* I lied! No one is messing with your ship. *runs up to the kitten* Talk fast, girlie. I think I've caused some turmoil... Dryden! This girl wanted to speak with you! *spots Eries and Chid* Bye! *rushes over to them and hops in front of them* Hello!!
**stalling for time**
Hmmm she doesn't know where Van-sama is? That certainly is odd. *hears Chid's suggestion* You're right! What's Dryden doing, running away? He needs to stay here! It will ruin the wedding! *grabs Chid's hand and follows after Merle*
**don't run out on my sister!**
I see it sister! *flys closer and sees the Dragonslayers* Look, it's the special force...*snickers* Oh well, I guess we will just ignore them. *powers up her melef and flies closer to the Crusade* Let's beat them, eh sister?
**we shall get to the Crusade before you boys!**
Why did he almost run into Dallet? Somethings wrong with him. *turns on his comm to speak with Miguel* Miguel? Is there something wrong with your guymelef? You normally don't try to smack into Dallet. Unless Dallet got Guimel mad at you, so much that he threw a brush at your head and made Dilandau-sama yell at us...
**yep, I'm still kinda ticked about that**
*spots Varie flying around the Crusade* It's that woman! The one that sent me back here...but why is she here? *turns on his comm and speaks to Gatti* Gatti!! It's her! She is the one that sent us back right?
**why is she by the Crusade?**
*watches Merle run after Dryden and the moleman* Aunt Eries, I do believe Merle is up to something. Should we go after her? Why is Dryden running too? I'm confused...I'm sure Grandfather won't like him leaving like this...
**should we follow Merle?**
grrrrrrr. i can't believe that foolish woman won't leave! *notices that the dragon slayers and the catwomen are really close.* Drat! if she sees them, she'll never leave. grrrrrrr. Wait! *grins as he sees varie finally leaving the Crusade.* Ah, this is much better.
**finally**
Goes over to his guymelf and checks it making sure it has plenty of fuel. good, if dilly-boy needs me, i'm ready.
**prepared!**
*is ready for battle. grins as visions of victory flash through his head. notices movement.* Uh? *peers closer* What? It's that draconian woman! What is she doing here!
**the winged demon**
*sighs as she slowly lets go of Van.* oh my poor son, how i hate to leave you. but i must go back to asturia. i must get that girl from the mystic moon. be patient my youngest. i will be back. *gives him a kiss on the cheek and flutters up in the sky.*
**heading back to asturia**
*sees the Crusade just up ahead. snaps on her comm* Sister, we are almost there! Get ready.
**let's go**
*frowns at both Van and at Gaddes. turns around and looks into the horizon.* Van! I see guymelfs! And they look like they're going to attack! *races towards his Scherazade.*
**dragon slayers!**
*notices that Miguel is about to run into him.* Hey! Watch it! *hears Miguel mutter an apology.* Hmphf! You better look where you're going. *snaps off his comm.* The moron.
**Sheesh!**
"What?" Looks startled at Millerna. "Your friend? You have a friend that is a rat?" Oh dear, this is terrible. My own daughter is making friends with rats? Is shocked when Mr. Moleman jumps up and starts talking. A talking rat? IMPOSSIBLE! Listens to the story about Dryden's ship being robbed. "What?" Looks at Dryden. "Your ship?" Hears what Folken said. "Yes, Strategos, you're right. Guards!" Sees Dryden running after the Moleman. "Guards. Go with Mr. Fasaa! His ship is being robbed!" Looks at the others. "Imagine. A robbery and right here in MY docks!"
**this is terrible**
*looks at Eries.* I..um..er..I really am not sure where Lord Van is right now. *notices that Mr. Moleman and Dryden are running towards the docks.* oh dear...he's leading Dryden the wrong way. *looks backs at Eries.* But..but..if you see him..tell Lord Van I said hi. I..er..I must go now. Bye. *starts running towards the docks.*
**hey dryden...wait!**
*rises up out of his chair* WHAT?!?!? *listens to Folken* Oh, that's it. If he says I should stay, I'm definately going. Excuse me, everyone! *takes off running after the Moleman*
**My ship??**
Ahh! *his guymelef is suddenly filled with a bright light* What in the?? *pulls out the feather with one hand and sees it glowing brightly* What's going on?? Why is it so bright?? *sees an image of Varie and Van in it* W... woah... *almost runs into Dallet* Ah! Sorry!
**This is freaky though!!**
*raises an eyebrow at the appearance of the moleman* I don't like the way this looks... He's up to something. As though he wants to draw the merchant away... Your magesty, perhaps you should send some guards after him to defend Mr. Fasaa's ship. *looks at Dryden* I don't think it wise to go after him alone.
**mistrustful**
Ah, I... *pops out from under the table and looks around* I... I'm sorry! *looks at Dryden* But your ship is being robbed! Come with me, quick! QUICK!! *takes off scurrying away*
**eh, I hope this works...**
*snaps out of her thoughts and watches the King scream about a rat* Nasty...*hears Millerna say it's her friend the Moleman* Still nasty... *looks over at the Moleman* I wonder why he is here? Hmmmmm....
**actually this is entertaining!**
*also spots the Crusade* Ah, nothing like a good fight to make me forget all the stress I had to endure this morning. *makes his guymelef go faster* I want Dilandau-sama to notice me for once! *is right by him* I hope he orders me to kill something...
**sneaking through towards Dilandau**
*eyes widen as her father mentions a rat* Ahhh! Another rat!! *looks under the table and spots Moleman* Mr. Moleman...? *sighs a breath of relief* Father, please, it's ok. It's just my uh...friend. He isn't a rat. Why in the world did he do that? Idiot...
**it's not smart to scare my father...**
*gives Merle an odd look* She likes bushes? I think she is hiding something...or she is very strange. *smiles at Chid and looks back at Merle* Ok, Merle. I think the bushes are fine, but you are hiding something aren't you? Could you tell me where the young King of Fanelia is? Chid and I were actually looking for him.
**well not really, but you are acting suspicious**
Listens to the comm at the Flying Fortress. Looks at one of the guards. "Get this thing ready for battle, NOW." so, dilly-boy sees Allen's ship. the battle is about to begin.
**getting prepare, just in case**
*doubles checks his guymelf to make sure it has plenty of liquid metal. hears dilly-boy.* All right! It's almost showtime!
**ready to fight**
*laughs manically as he powers up his flamer.* Yes, Van. I'm coming for you. At last we shall decide which one of us is the stronger. Now don't you run away this time, VAN. *snaps on his comm.* Get ready...the Crusade is on the horizon.
**heeee heeee heeee**
*stares through his NOSE at Varie* What is that foolish woman doing? *notices the dragon slayers are on their way to the Crusade. also notices that the catwomen are on their way.* I must get that stupid woman to go and get that girl from the mystic moon. if she is still there when my forces attack, then she will never leave her son's side. hmmmmmm
**back to scheming**
Okay sister, you take that skinny boy, but don't kill him. Folken-sama will be angry. *snaps off her comm* Hmphf! that convining little devil. taking folken-sama's brother while i'm stuck with that overblown knight. of course folken-sama will be pleased with what eriya does. she has his stupid brother. hmphf! he probably won't care what i do to that knight. well, allen of asturia, i hope you're prepared to die because i'm ready to fight!
**fighting mad**
*hugs Van as tight as she can* Oh my darling son, please, please save your brother! He is confused. His mind is not his own. Oh VAN! *starts to cry* Oh my poor, poor Van. Only you can save Folken. Please help him. PLEASE! *puts her tearful face against Van's.*
**pleading with Van**
*turns from Gaddes and looks at Van.* Van? What's the matter with you? hmmmmm, something werid is going on here. *looks from Van, to Gaddes, and back to Van.* maybe it's some kind of spell or something. *puts his hand on the hilt of his sword and takes a step towards Van.* VAN! What is it?
**do we have ghosts?**
"Eh? What's this?" Looks under the table. "Gaaahhh. A giant rat! GUARDS! GUARDS!"
**eek**
*smiles at Prince Chid. notices that the boy didn't see the mole leave. remembers what happened last time, how it was her fault the young prince got captured by a dragon slayer.* i won't let that happened again. i must get rid of him before the Mr. Moleman comes back with Dryden. No..nothing is wrong. I'm fine. *looks and see Eries.* Hello princess. she's here too? oh dear. So, where are you two going? I'm going to hang around the...the bushes here. I like bushes, don't you? Well, don't let me stop you two from whatever it was you were doing. *pretends to look at the bushes*
**okay you two, leave!**
*notices the armies below* Interesting... what are they up to? Apparantly Zaibach is going to attack someone. But who? Oh well. *smirks* It doesn't matter. We, Dilandau-sama's elite dragonslayers, are no doubt doing something much more important than those expendable drones.
**feeling superior**
*draws in a deep breath* Wh.. what? *feels a sudden warmth and sees flashes of the pendant, Varie, Escaflowne, and Hitomi* What is this? *closes eyes* Mother... Why am I thinking of you so strongly right now?
****
*listens to Merle and smiles* Don't you worry little miss. *burrows underground and pops up under the table* Hmmm... now which one is Dryden? *picks and chooses one of the pairs of legs and tugs at it lightly* Dryden! *whispers quietly* Don't react funny! It's me, the mole! Listen, you have to go off somewhere alone, and unvisible to these other people. Okay?
**helping a kitten**
Fine with me sister! *powers up her melef and takes off* I'll get that skinny boy while you play with Allen then! *smirks and remembers Merle* Perhaps that skinny boy can tell us what he did to upset that kitten so. *turns off her comm and flys towards Zaibach*
**you get Allen, I'll get Van.**
Oh it was so nice of you to escort me around the castle, Aunt Eries. *walks around the gardens and spots Merle and the moleman* Hello Merle! *runs over to her and smiles* This is where you went! *notices her troubled look* What is wrong?
**why are you over here?**
*hops into his guymelef and follows Dilandau* Wow, look at everyone down below, wanting to fight. *smirks and flys* Heh, stupid fools, we are the choosen few that get to go with Dilandau-sama in these excellent guymelefs. All they get to do is march. I pity them. *shakes his head and realizes he is about to fly into a building* Gah! *swerves and misses it* That was close...
**I need to pay more attention to what am I doing!**
*gives Folken a startled look and looks down at her hands* Where did Folken-san go? Odd.. *sighs and listens to Millerna asking for her help with the wedding dresses* She wants me to help her? Wow..that could be fun! But I wish... *sighs and stares and her food* I wish Van was here...
**worried about Van**
*fires up his guymelf and follows dilly-boy.* What? Yes I know. Uh? Of course I realize that. What do you think I am? A moron? Geesh! Yes, yes. YES! I heard you! Yes, I will defeat that knight that Dilandau-sama hates so much. Yes, I know. I will be his favorite after that.
**talking wiht his voices**
*tunes in his NOSE and sees the dragon slayers leaving the flying fortress and heading towards the Crusade.* Good! Good! *also sees the catwomen heading towards the Crusade from Asturia.* Excellent. Now where is Varie? *looks and sees Hitomi eating breakfast with the king, Folken and the others.* Hmmmmm, I don't see that draconian anywhere. *readjusts his NOSE. finally sees her hugging Van* What? She's on the Crusade? What in the world is she doing there?
**foolish woman**
*hops into her guymelf and fires it up, following her sister. snaps on her comm* Sister! That pompous knight is mine! I'll knock him down a peg or two.
**watch out allen, we're coming for you**
*fires up his guymelf. listens to Jajuka. grunts his response.* Everyone, *hollers at the others* Let's go!
**taking off**
*about to go over to Van when hears what Allen said. flutters back over to Gaddes. peers into his face.* Can you feel me? I think you can. *gently presses her hand against his face.* I bet you felt that. *eyes widen* If you can feel me, then Van can! *turns around and flutters to Van.* Oh my precious son, can you feel me? *gives his an enormous hug, completing enveloping him in her wings.*
**feel the love**
*smiles at Gaddes. turns to Van. about to speak when notices Gaddes stopped in mid-sentence. looks at him.* Uh, Gaddes, are you all right?
**what's wrong with you?**
Waits until he sees Dilandau in his guymelf. Snaps on Dilandau's channel. "Good luck Sir! I will be waiting for your victorous return."
**wishing dilly-boy good luck**
Smiles at both Milerna and Dryden. "Splendid!" Sighs happily. Absently mindedly watches Eries and Chid leave. Sees Folken. "Strategos! Welcome back! You haven't missed much. We were talking about having Millerna sail down the blue canal in the wedding boat instead of walking up the aisle..."
**on and on and on**
*watches the catwomen take off. looks at Folken. breathes a sigh of relief when he leaves.* i must warn Van...i must find Dryden. *leaves the bushes and looks around. winces as she sees Dryden at the table with the king AND folken.* oh no! how am i going to get Dryden away from that. *stands looking unsure when sees the Moleman standing close by. runs over to him.* Oh Mr. Moleman! You must help me! I have to talk to Dryden...but I must talk with him...alone. Could you please get him for me? He's with the King and..and Folken.
**please help me**
*watches the catwomen go off and re-joins the breakfast table* Excuse my abscense, your highness. *bows slightly and sits down again* So, what did I miss of the plans?
**lots of different expressions around the table...**
*locks the ship in it's course and scans for any signs of other ships* Skies are all clear boss! I'll run a check every 10 minutes, like always tho. *stretches and feels a bit of a gust* Eh? *looks around* Hmm...
**that was strange**
*quietly observes everything* The best part about all this is the fact that my father isn't around. *smiles to himself* I think all of your plans are wonderful, your magesty. I am very much looking forward to it.
**pretty good mood here!**
*twirls his hair and smiles back at Dallet* Ah, so that's what is going on. Well good luck Dallet! I'll root for you. *watches him go in his guymelef and runs towards his* Heh, that idiot thinks he get rid of Allen? Not with his sword skills. I on the other hand... *smirks and visions himself smacking the Scherazade into the ground* ...yea! I can do it! *hops in his guymelef and waits for the Alesides to take off*
**I'll get Allen!**
*stares at Millerna a bit and smiles* Has she finally grown up? She seems to accepted this. Good! I'm glad she isn't swooning for Allen anymore. *rises and looks at King Aston* I would like to go with Chid, Father. I'll show him around. *smiles at Prince Chid* What else am I going to do..?
**you've surpised me Millerna!**
I guess there is no using in moping about this. I'm actually going to get married. At least I could do is make my father happy by going along with it. I'm glad he's feeling better. He has been ill for a while. *smiles sweetly at King Aston* Father that sounds wonderful. I've always like the wedding boat. *looks at Hitomi and Yukari* Hitomi, could you and your friend help me pick out a wedding dress? I would appreciate your opinion.
**siiigh...I've accepted it...**
*races after her sister* Oooh, this is going to be a fun day, isn't sister? I think we should destroy the Scherazade!! *smirks and licks her lips* I recall we lost our last battle with it. *hops in her guymelef and powers it up* Let's go!
**Allen, I want to tear you up!**
*hops out of the shower and hears his comm go off* Eh? Who would be calling me? *picks it up and listens to Gatti* Ok, I'll be there! *gets ready and runs up to the deck, panting* Huff..puff..so, I'm here! *hears Dilandau talk about a battle and looks at Gatti with a confused look* Battle?
**what did I miss?**
*grins at Folken's response.* Good. Good! *snaps off his comm.* The dragon slayers should keep those two busy for a while. And whomever Folken sends from Asturia, well, I know that Allen and Van will stay distracted. Now, all I need is for that girl from the mystic moon to be heading my way. I wonder where that draconian is right now. *tune in his NOSE*
**looking for varie**
Looks at Prince Chid. "Why of course you may explore the castle young grandson. My home is your home." Grins. "I think Millerna should come down the aisle, sort to speak, by the way of the blue canal. She can ride in the Wedding Boat. Everyone can line the banks on both sides of the canal. It will be grand." Looks at Dryden. "What do you think?"
**plans, plans and more plans**
*listens to Van* I agree. I will help you get Hitomi's pendant back and you will help me get my sister back.
**Deal!**
*searches the lower decks of the Crusade.* that's is so strange. i don't see any sign of the girl from the mystic moon or merle. i wonder why Van left them behind? *sees Gaddes. flutters over to him.* Hello there. Can you see me or hear me? *sighs* I guess you can't. I guess that was a one-time thing that you saw me. Oh well. It was worth a try. i should continue on towards Asturia. but i can't leave without trying to talk with Van.
**looking for Van**
*turns to Viole.* YOU didn't miss anything. Dilandau-sama asked for ME and Miguel, by name, to join him...*stops speaking when dilandau starts talking about Allen and Van. gives Viole a huge grin when dilly-boy tells them to prepare for battle.* I'm going to eliminate that so-called knight, *whispers to Viole as he runs towards his guymelf.* You just watch me.
**yay! we get to fight!**
*gracefully leaps out the window, following her sister. quietly slinks up to Folken. snaps to attention when he mentions that he has a mission for her.* Hai Folken-sama. I won't fail you. *rushes towards her guymelf.* Folken-sama wants someone to hold onto his brother. well, i'll make sure that someone does. and much to my better judgment, i'll make sure that folken-sama's brother isn't harmed...much.
**racing towards her guymelf**
Hears Folken's comm. well, dilandau-sama is definately safe from the scientists' clutches...at least for now. it seems that dornkirk's orders to bring dilly-boy to them as been forgotten. i think i will stay close to my guymelf, just in case dilly-boy needs my help.
**ready to fight**
*smiles at Gatti. was about to say something when hears Folken's comm. listens closely. smirks.* So, both that knight of Asturia and Van are coming here. *grins even more.* This is perfect. *glances at his guymelf before turning back to Gatti and the others* Dragon Slayers, prepare for battle. We are going to have some fun today after all! *laughs maniacally*
**hee hee hee**
*eyes grow huge listening to Folken.* oh no! he's going to attack Lord Van! i have to warn him, but how? *remembers that Dryden has a ship. looks back at Folken and the cat women.* if i make a move now, they'll hear me and catch me. then i won't be able to warn Lord Van. i must stay here and not make a sound. i must wait until they leave.
**oh hurry up and leave already**
Ah, alright, sir. *steps back a bit and flicks on his comm* Guimel! Report to the deck! We're taking off. *notices Viole talking to Dallet* Well, that's everyone then...
**all accounted for!**
*smirks when Dilandau names him specifically* HAH! Did you hear that, Gatti?? Dallet and MIGUEL are going with him! He named us specially!! *looks over at Viole pestering Dallet* Though... why did he say Dallet's name before mine? I...it must be because it's alphabetical. Yeah, that's it...
**right?**
*smiles back at Hitomi* How strange... more and more, I'm getting the feeling that this ISN'T a dream... it's kind of strange. I mean... I'm ACTUALLY here?? And Hitomi has some kind of role to play in this world... so why am I here? *shakes his head and listens to all the talk of a wedding*
**so strange, but oh well!**
*gives Allen a tense smile* Don't worry. If they've had her all this time, which I suspect they have- why else would she have been with that dragonslayer?- then I'm sure they'll keep her alive. We'll get her back. I promise, after I get Hitomi's pendant back, I will help you rescue your sister.
**deal?**
Yes, Dornkirk-sama. I will do as you ask. *flicks the comm to Dilandau's signal* Dilandau! Allen Schazar and Van Fanel are coming towards Zaibach. I am assigning you to make sure they don't reach their destination. But keep in mind, I want you to capture the dragon. That means keep him alive and under your control. It still follows Dornkirk-sama's orders... and my own wishes. I must get Van to join forces with me... *sees Naria and Eriya coming and snaps off the comm* Hello! *smiles* I was just about to contact you. I have a bit of a mission for you. It seems that the Crusade has left Asturia and is heading for Zaibach. I would like the two of you to serve as distractions to them. The Dragonslayers will be joining you at some point... but please, make sure someone from Zaibach captures and holds onto Van.
**eh, you can kill the knight if you really want to though.**
I thought you would say that. *smirks and hops on the windowsill* Let's go! *jumps out the window and lands gracefully and quitely on the ground* I better wait until Folken-sama is done talking... *smiles at Naria and walks over to him*
**hee, hee shortcut!**
So that's why he was angry. *blinks and realizes Gatti and Shesta have left him on the stairs* Hey, wait up!! *runs up after them and spots Dilandau talking* Geez, I've missed something important. *walks over to Dallet and whispers to him* What's going on? What did I miss?
**I space off for a bit and now everyone is going to leave!**
Oh wow! This should be great! *looks at King Aston* Excuse me, grandfather, but I would like to explore the castle a bit! If that is alright with you.
**I'm done with breakfast!**
*smiles back at Yukari and also gives Amano and grin* Well least I'm with my friends. I wonder why they were pulled here? Hmmmm? *notices Yukari giving Amano and wistful look* Eh? Why is Yukari-chan looking at Amano-senpai like that? Unless.. *is broken out of her thoughts by King Aston rambling on about the wedding* Millerna should be happy but she doesn't look it...
**am I involved is some kind of love triangle?**
*looks at Gatti* I'm going flying in my guymelf. Dallet and Miguel are coming with me. *smirks* Of course, both you and Shesta are welcomed to come along, that is, if you don't have anything else better to do. *goes on deck. frowns as Jajuka approaches.* Now what? *listens* A battle? *grins manically.* A battle with Asturia? Perfect! *looks at the others.* Get ready. *heads towards his guymelf.*
**a battle?**
*snaps off his comm.* I know that Folken will take care of the distraction. Now, I must send someone from here. Hmmm, I know who would distract those two. *snaps his comm back on.* Folken! I think sending Dilandau and his dragonslayers would be a good distraction for the young king of Fanelia and Asturia's greatest knight. They are here in Zaibach, perfect for sending them from here. All you have let is to send a distraction from Asturia's direction. Make sure that the Crusade is away from Asturia before your men attack.
**heh heh heh**
Smiles broadly. "Then it's settled, a garden wedding it will be. However," grins at Dryden, "there will be more flowers then those in the gardens. Nothing is too good for MY little girl."
**blah blah blah**
*walks over to Van.* Well, we are on our way to Zaibach. *looks out over the horizon.* I wonder what Zaibach wants with my sister.
**also has a one track mind**
*quickly follows dilandau. smirks at both Gatti and Shesta as they walk by* ha ha ha, it's ME that he wants, NOT you! *frowns as Gatti pushes his way closer to dilly-boy.* that's not fair, horning in like that. humpf! *sees Jajuka coming over and talking with Dilandau.* oh great! between Gatti and Jajuka, i'll be pushed back into the background AGAIN!
**sheesh, can't you guys go away?**
*crawls as quietly as possible through the bushes, getting very close to folken.* this is good. i can hear him and whoever he's talking with..why i recongize that voice..it's dornkirk! oh Lord Van, i won't fail you. *listens some more*
**eavesdropping**
*lands on the Crusade and looks around.* hmmm, there's no sign of that girl from the mystic moon. that's odd. i see van over there. i was sure that hitomi would be with him. *frowns* i don't even see merle with van. that is strange indeed since they are inseparable. perhaps they are somewhere below.
**looking for hitomi**
Eh? *listens.* your are right. that is Folken-sama's voice. let's take the short cut. that way we'll be nearer to him quicker.
**let's take the short cut, of course**
Goes back to the Flying Fortress just in time to see Dilly-boy come up on deck. Rushes over to him. "Dilandau-sama! Forgive me for interrupting you, but I have some news that you may find interesting. It seems that Zaibach is preparing for battle. I've talked with the guards and they are not sure when, but they know that it'll be soon. And, Dilandau-sama, they are preparing to battle Asturia. Or atleast that is what the guard thought."
**interesting no?**
*shoots a grin at Hitomi* I feel so much better now that I've found her! It really spooked me to think she would just run off with those two guys into who knows what. *sighs* Really, if I wasn't around to look after her... *gazes wistfully at Amano* I need to get her to make up her mind. She's going to go after one of the three guys, and if it's not Amano she chooses... *blushes*
**completely spacing off**
*smiles* Yes, I think the garden is a fine place. *gives Millerna a glance* Siiiigh... she's not even paying attention. I bet she's thinking about that knight. Ah well, I can't let things like that get me down.
**eh, whatever.**
*ponders for a moment* I dunno what we should do... *sees Dilandau walking by* Let's go see! *catches up to Dilly* Dilandau-sama! Do you have any orders? We've dealt with Viole and Guimel... More or less.
**he's on the move!**
Millerna is agreeing? Is she paying attention? I agree with Millerna father! This wedding shall be very pretty here in the garden. What do you think Dryden? Let's see if he is spacing off as well...
**you should pay attention Millerna**
Drat! I've lost her! *hears Folken's voice and perks up* Sister! Folken-sama is talking...*listens a little closer*..and it seems like he is talking to that old fossil. Let's find him and see if he needs us! *looks out the window and spots him* Shall we jump or take the long way around?
**forget the kitten, there's Folken-sama!**
*watches Guimel walk away and sighs* You know Viole, I think you made him mad when you said his hair looks bad. I know that wouldn't put me in the best of moods. Oh well. *looks at Gatti* So what should we do now?
**any plans?**
*sits by Dryden and sighs* Good morning Father, Chid, Dryden, and Hitomi. *smiles and listens to him ramble on about the wedding* Geez, does he have a one track mind or what? *glances over at Hitomi* Why does she look upset? Oh wait her pendant. I bet Allen went to get it...but why isn't she with them? That's interesting... *slightly smiles and realizes her father was finished* Huh? Oh yes, father, that sounds wonderful. Whatever you think is best...I wonder if I should ask Hitomi to do a reading for me. Maybe this wedding isn't such a good idea...
**gonna bug Hitomi after breakfast**
*hears Folken's comm.* Folken! Good to hear from you! Yes, keep the wedding in motion. It's the perfect distraction that I need. Both the young king of Fanelia and the knight of Asturia are heading here. I think it's a grand idea that you send some forces after them, also a distraction, but make sure they have left Asturia before your men attack. I will send some forces here. Between the two, Allen and Van will have plenty to do.
**heh heh heh**
*jumps up from the table* NO SIR! My guymelf is ready to fly. *grins at Miguel and hurries after Dilandau*
**YIPEE!!!! i'm going with dilly-boy!**
*flies over the Flying Fortress. sees those that attacked her people. shudders and continues on her way. keeps going. eventually sees the Crusade in the distance.* what's this? is hitomi coming here? *heads towards the Crusade*
**is hitomi aboard?**
Smiles. "Millerna, my sweet, it's good that you have joined us. There's a sit right next to your beloved." Grins. "So, let's talk about the wedding, there are so many plans..." Looks at Folken. "Uh? You must leave for a moment? Of course Strategos, of course." Watches Folken leave. Turns back to the others. "Now where were we? Oh yes, the wedding. I think an outdoor wedding would be best, don't you? The flowers are in bloom, I know! Let's have it in the garden."
**making plans**
*goes into her room and flops down on the bed.* Lord Van is lost without me. Why would he leave me behind? How can I help him when I'm stuck here. *sees Folken from her window.* I know! I can help Lord Van by spying on his brother. Folken is ALWAYS up to something. *quietly crawls out of her window and softly lands in the bushes.*
**sneaking up on Folken**
Walks over to one of Zaibach guards. "What's going on here? You guys look like you're preparing for a battle." Listens to what the guard has to say. hmmmm, i don't think dilandau-sama is aware of this. *heads back to the Flying Fortress. i think dilly-boy will find this very interesting, very interesting indeed.
**has some news**
*looks brightly at both Miguel and Dallet* Great! Then let's go. *gets up and looks back at them* unless you have something else you would rather do. *starts to head up deck.*
**wants to have some fun**
*also looks at the fish. stomach growls. sighs* I guess breakfast will have to wait. Let's follow the kitten. *joins Eriya.*
**keeping an eye on merle**
*looks at Gaddes.* We are heading towards Zaibach, however, *gives him a wink* I don't want us to go right up to their front door, if you know what I mean. *looks at Van* I think it'll be wise if we sort of sneaked up on them, or at least try.
**let's not announce ourselves**
Hello Millerna! Grandfather was discussing your wedding! *smiles and watches Folken leave* I wonder what he is doing. I think I talk to Hitomi about him after breakfast is over with...
**I just don't trust him**
*smiles at Amano* I'm fine, I just have a headache that's all. Thank you for your kind comments. *watches Millerna walk by and mention Hitomi is with her father* Looks like Millerna is right, your friend is right over there. *walks over to King Aston and gives him a curtsy* Father, I found Millerna and her two servants.
**can I eat now?**
*gives Viole and glare and nods his head at Gatti* You're right. I don't know what got into me. Sorry about that Viole. *walks pass Gatti and Shesta* If you excuse me, I think I'll take a shower. *goes down the stairs and clenches his fist* Why, WHY, WHY??? Why am I the bad guy? He was making me look like the idiot! And then Jajuka calls me one...I'll show them!! Somehow...
**sulking**
I agree sister. I wonder if that boy even knows she is crying? *sighs and looks over at her plate of food* Well, I guess we won't get to eat much after all huh? *steps out in the hall and watches Merle run off* Are you up to sneaking around sister?
**let's just follow her a bit...**
*watches the new arrivals* Ah, the others from the mystic moon. This is interesting indeed. I must inform Dornkirk-sama that they are here, and friends with Hitomi. Your magesty, I must excuse myself for a few moments. I will be right back. *bows at the princesses and finds an isolated area* Dornkirk-sama, it's me. I am now in a position to prompt the wedding. However, Van and Schezar are missing, and I assume they are heading to Zaibach. Do you want me to dispatch my people to keep an eye on them?
**or any other orders?**
Yessir! *hops below deck and starts the takeoff* Alrighty! *shouts random orders at some of the men* We're airborne! Hey boss! We headin to Zaibach?
**need some coordinates...**
*puts the feather in his pocket* It's NOT ordinary... Dallet is right, sir. Do you have any orders for us? *looks over at Dallet and smirks* At last! We are getting the aknowldegement we deserve!!
**happy**
*sees that her sister is sad* Why is she upset? Odd.. *walks beside her and spots her father with everyone* Sigh..Dryden is there...and there's Hitomi. Wow, how did she get there so fast? *looks over at Yukari* Looks like Hitomi beat us here.
**I should be depressed Eries, not you!**
*perks up* The wedding? That's right...Millerna and Dryden are engaged... *sighs and stares at the Earth in the sky* I know Millerna isn't too happy about it. But Dryden seems even more upset. I wonder why...I thought he liked her. I hope the wedding goes well though.. *remembers Van and Allen leaving* I hope everything goes well with them. I could use my tarot cards and see..but...it could make things worse. I wish I knew what to do...
OOC: Another archive!
**thinking**
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