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((Yath's mobile suits are LEVs then , though still Diranium plated lol. They are just more complex since they are manually controlled. rofl Sorry about that Yath. And speaking of Yath, we'll just have to hold out until he returns, and same for Khlover333, whome I'd freely welcome any request for gold when his birthday comes. xp ))

In the dimly lit room of the UED office, Commander Brigs stood leaning against the table, arms crossed as he watched the replays of the armory's security cameras of last night's escape. He was particularly watching the prototype Shift's movements, which made the initial hole in the first place. He kept a stern eye on how the 13-year old novice took control of the red GUNDAM and blew open its containment with the axe-like weapon, and immediately transfigured into stage three for swift escape, then shifting back into stage one for deffensive measures, able to take out three types of weapons on his first try. The commander looked down, his grim face covered by his cap, "The prototype. It seems that the transfigurations are successful."

"Yes, sir, and come to think that it's easily maneuvered by someone without training. The new GUNDAM'S OS is really a success," a tall woman of average feminine shape stood beside the table, hands together and low, wearing similar uniform as the man.

"It's too bad that a rebel took hold of it," Briggs gritted his teeth as he expressed his agitation, not even bothering to look back, his fists clearly held tight.

"However, sir, the prototype's only advantage is its maneuverability as of so far. Its armor was still in development, and could not possibly take even a third of the amount of damage than our Double X can. Thankfully, its equipments aren't very leathal. The only weapons progress made for it are the Bits, and even those aren't placed at maximum numbers. The others are merely placeholders for the real weapons, intact for emergency purposes in the case that the Double X gets taken down and Robert needs a spare newtype-bonding mobile suit, according to the engineers."

A malignant smirk widened on Brigg's wrinkly, yet muscular, face, revealing his uneven teeth, "So the kid's not going to be much of a threat. Unless the EAF has the secretly advanced technology we have in store, they can't possibly complete it. If I am to suspect something, they're going to head to one of the Langrid points if they're ever going to hope for the completion of the Shift. This is going to be interesting."

"But sir, our Neuro-link technolog-"

"And that's EXACTLY why we are going to persue them. We shall deploy our most powerful battle cruiser soon enough, and that tracking device on the stolen mobile suits are going to ring. We'll definitely take them back, and win the war."

A twitch of his head and four asteroids exploded at once. Robert steered the last Kamikaze Bit around and pushed it at full speed at a laser Bit, which locked-on and fired at it before the explosive sphere could slam into it. Robert sat back and ordered the remaining Bits back into their containers on his Suit's legs.

He had already practiced with his Saber, and was planning on doing some target practice, when the operators voice fizzed through his speaker. "Kinomoto, Commander Briggs wants to see you ASAP." Jeez, when's the last time he got to actually finish his training? He replied into the speaker, "Affirmative, coming back now."

Robert steered the Double X into the hanger, docking it against the side with the familiar hiss of the hydraulic locks. He kicked off the side and floated to the airlock, spinning around slowly and yelling at the technicians to get that left arm checked out, that it seemed a little slow to respond. Then he was at the door and flipped inside.

After walking down a rushed hallway, Robert found himself in front of the door marked 'Commander Arnold Briggs'. He knocked on it and was promptly ushered inside, where he sat down in the hard backed chair while the commander sat behind the desk in his big leather seat (bet it's real leather, too, not that fake stuff you see everywhere). Commander Briggs steepled his fingers and smiled slowly. When he spoke, it was slow and had a tone of surprised excitement. "We think we know where the rebels are going." Robert sat up straighter. "We have good reason to believe they will be landing at an out of the way Langrid point, about twenty parsecs from here (( author's note: I have no idea have far a parsec is, but it sounds good, doesn't it? )), in order to bring the Gundam Shift out of its prototype status. We are going to send a scout party ahead in order to confirm this. You and your team are this party."

Robert thought for a moment. The idea of finally having a rematch was very, very, but a few things bothered him. "Sir, why not just send the whole armada there?"
Briggs spread his hands. "Like I said, we have good reason to believe they're there. But good reason is not a certainty. If we send a battle ship in the midst of some colonies without a good reason... well, it'd be no problem for the UEF, but I'd rather not go through the paperwork."
"And the tracker? Why not activate it and make sure?"
"Come on, Kinomoto, you're smarter than that. We'll activate it once you're there to pinpoint the prototype, but the moment we do they'll know, and we can't afford to let the advantage go just yet."

The commander stood up and Robert followed suit. "I want you to get your team ready," Briggs said, "You'll be mobilizing in a few days time." Robert headed to the door. "And Kinomoto?"

Robert turned back, knowing what he would say. "Yes sir?"

"Don't screw this up."

Elzam looked at Ray questioningly, and asked, "What couldn't be...?"

Elzam sighed, and said, "Alright..." He looked up, and saw Ryn walking towards them. "Ah, Ryn... Hello again." Elzam said as he stood up, "Hm... if either of you need me, I'll be in the hangar." He then bowwed, and headed for the hangar.

Once there, Elzam looked at the three gundams that Ray, Ryn, and Deane had piloted in. "Hm... Ryn's Gundam looks normal... but... Ray's and Deane's look... different..." Elzam said, and aproached the Shift Gundam, "What is your secret...?" Elzam asked it, and shook his head. He then headed back towards the bridge.

"Captain on the bridge!" a crewwoman said as Elzam entered. "At ease." Elzam replied, and everyone went back to what they were doing. "Mission Update?" Elzam asked to his Vice-Captain, Leona. "No, sir." She replied. "Very well..." Elzam said, then, turning to the radar operator asking, "Eita, any readings on any hostiles nearby?" "Negative Captain." Eita replied, his face somewhat stern, "It seems too quiet... like... they're planning an attack right now." Elzam nodded, "I agree..." He turned toward the communiactions officer, and said, "Just in case, prepare Octo and Assalt Squads." "Yes sir." She complied with a nod, and spoke into a PA, saying, "Katina Tarask and Raidiese F. Branstein, prepare your squads for possible attack, do not launch."

"See yah, Captain.", Ryn said, smirking slightly as he watched him go, before turning back to Ray, and saying, while holding his hand out," I'm Thrynnic Kal, but call me Ryn. I was the first to escape the UED, cause I was pretty much their test subject for memory manipulation. They failed on me, but it seems they've gotten better since then."

He smiled, his thoughts swirling back, to try to remember which Gundam was Ray's, and whether he had handled it well.

The meal finally gave Deane that extra edge to figure out what he had been searching for. "That core.." Deane mumbled out loud. Deane hadnt seen one like it and he had also read that making the core stronger would over a time cause damage to the gundam. Not only that but its weapons systems were lacking and weak. Thats why he didint stand a chance against that gundam. Well the best he could hope for is that he could get aan upgrade at EAF headquarters, but it wasnt likely. After realizing this Deane cleaned himself up, threw away his trash, thanked the chief, and left the mess hall on the opposite side he had came so that he could explore the remaining parts of the ship.

Deane rounded the corner and saw Elzam. Ok he must have a twin cause Ratsel looks just like him Deane thought before he adressed the captain. "Hello Elzam what brings you down here?" Deane asked as he came a hault and soluted.