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It had happened so fast she still wasn't completely sure what had happened. Ranee hardly thought the simple patrol General Rish had given her would turn out so badly leaving her stranded in the hospital in critical condition for what seemed like forever, she was surprised she'd even survived, how had she, had there been another zoid there seeing her fall a quick one enough to get her to the hospital on time.

Why was she even alive? Did something protect her? Did she want to know what if it had?

For a Long time she couldn't move, hell she'd been in a coma for two weeks, it had taken her at least another week coming out of it, she was dazed and still confused, her body refused to move much during that time her muscles were sore and weak. Toward the end of that final month she'd started coming too and recognizing where she was, though she still wasn't allowed visitors till she could properly sit up other than her father, personal maid and pet. The one thing however that didn't heal was the scar she'd received the mission 'prior.'

However, when she could finally sit up... All hell broke loose, something worse than the judge itself came calling.. Cole her fiancee and this time she couldn't do anything to avoid him. She had no idea what had happened to the rest of the empire, she vaguely recalled more missiles being shot toward the capital unknowing how dire the consequences had truly been... She wasn't sure she wanted to know what happened, but something told her she needed to know.

However that doting fool of a Fiancee of hers constantly seemed to dodge her whenever she asked. Even her father seemed more ragged than usual, dealing with the politics.

Ranee could only stare out the window and wonder what had happened her memory was still so hazy, she didn't think it would ever really clear. What had happened to Striker? That salamander that was with him? Ciel her peacock nuzzled her gently on the side of the cheek causing her to wince a little pain, she was still so sore every part of her still ached. Training to get back in shape would be even more painful.

Unfortunately her thoughts were interrupted by her flamboyant Fiancee entering the room for the fifth time that day as he had continued fulling her Room full of flowers... and he came every day since he'd been allowed to.

"Oh! Ranee! you're doing better I see even more so than when I saw you last!" the sandy brown haired man said as he brought through another huge bouquet of flowers and chocolates, and jewelry among other things. "I wrote another Poem for you!" He said placing the extravagant gifts in the small space left(He'd managed to fill the entire bloody room).

"Radiant as ever my little flower blossom!" he spoke as he fiddled with the large display of gifts and flowers...

This was going to be another lengthy visit. She couldn't get out of.

As cole was going on he didn't hear the general come in until she spoke, sending a shiver down his spine, and he was terrified. Cole instantly silenced himself unable to say anything, that was the woman Ranee worked for in the military? She was terrifying how could Ranee deal with her? and what possessed her to stay, things like they were Ranee could probably return home.

He'd nearly jumped out of his skin when Rish spoke, all he managed was a "Yes M'am" and he'd squeaked it surprised stiffly run-walking out of the room. Cole Closed the door behind him.

The Military sure was scary, he sat on the other side of the wall. If Ranee Needed him he'd be here he decided despite how terrifying Rish was. Not that he was intending on Eaves dropping.

Ranee had seen Rish enter the room, painfully she saluted or tried to. She guessed it would pass the effort was there. But it was amusing to see Cole silenced so quickly, she'd have to learn how to do that, it was quite effective. If she hadn't been wounded or trying to keep a formal face she would have laughed. She might still laugh when this was over. It was the funniest thing she'd seen since being cooped up in this hospital bed.

"Good Day General," Ranee greeted once Cole was out of the room. He probably wasn't that far away, heaven forbid he actually go home and help with whatever is going on.

Right she had no idea what was going on yet, she supposed she'd be getting debriefed now with the General's appearance though the visit surprised her most wouldn't bother to visit the sick in the hospital but she guessed Rish would explain why she was here too soon.

*Ahem*

Cole was met with the sharp azure gaze of another man. A curled calloused hand shifted from his mouth to reveal the rugged dark stubble of The General's Executive officer. His chin adorned what looked to have been the makings of a beard, that had gone unshaved. Perhaps purposefully in a attempt to make a beard or unlikily just lazy behavior. Though as tight as the collar was on the male before Cole, it was a quick assumption the XO was trying to make a chin mane, and had a case of a uneven growth hairline. His chest was broad and lined with rank, as it seemed to challenge the stereotypical body type of someone that stood in his ranking, as second command to the General. Her personal assistant, did not take kindly to such signs of eavesdropping no matter how 'valiant' the ideals behind it, it was still a security risk. He would not let the General fall 'fool' to such a thing. Or rather it was a show of mercy to the the unsuspecting male, less he had to deal with The General himself, as she no doubt knew of his actions.

"If you could wait down the hall, Civilian." Left Zyon's lips, in a even unamused tone. His strong brow was strict and unmoving as his strong tall stance of 6'2''. No amusement or kindness seem to line the expression of the ebony short haired man.

His hand had joined it's fold with his other strong hand behind his back, that only made the man in uniform seem all the more tight-laced then his uncreased and above protocol filled garb. His eyes didn't change from his tight and focused gaze as time passed they seemed board more deeply into the man before him.

Rish stood perfectly still as Ranee explained her situation. There was no indication on her features whether she was concerned or not. Based on rumor, likely not. When Ranee got down to the real question Rish took another scan at the soldier's condition.

"I came to investigate your condition." She spoke flatly once her eyes settled back on Ranee's. "I already have Shun on a special mission, and you will be joining him soon."

She drew a deep breath before her stone-faced appearance was broken by a small grin. Perhaps a joke that had been in her mind finally surface. Or perhaps the thought of burning all those flowers was still fresh in her mind.

"Perhaps in a few days... Your family will be glad of your full recovery."

Rish had come to check her condition. She was likelyto be sent to be sent on another misson soon. Wonderful she wondered briefly how much longer till she was clinically insane the way the missions went probably not much longer. Shd could kiss any career in politics good bye as she'd end up a vegetable the way things went.

This whole checking on her so she could be sent out again... wasn't entirely unfamiliar nobles did it all the time. Whatever mission rish had in store Ranee expected she might end up in worse condition than she wss in now. Though she should probably figure out what went down after she crashed.

"If I may m'am what's going on? its still chaotic out there." Ranee glanced out her window before returning her attention to Rish. "I've been pretty much kept in the dark here."

Best keep things formal even in her poor condition. "You also have a new misson don't you m'am." Ranee cut straight to the point.

A sigh released from Rish's assistant as he wordlessly reached into his uniform lining pocket. So, it had come to this...

His white dress gloved hand pulled out a hand-sized hard case. Turning to the door, Zyon opened it with the easy toggle of the handle. In a quite movement, the XO entered Ranee's room....

Closing the door, a dexterous hand, moved from the handle as the door was shut and turned the deadbolt lock. He knew how the General demanded and enjoyed her privacy.

Stepping from the secured door, and with the easy shift of his thumb on the metal latch, the case in hand was opened. The dark haired man, didn't look up from his soundless work as he shifted his free hand to retrieve two small items from the case. The contents of the small pocket size case was obscured from view, be it intentional or not-it wasn't easy to tell what it was. That was until, the case closed with a soft snap and was replaced in the officer's jacket; If one had been paying attention to the male. His finger tips swiftly put together what looked to be some kind of needle and syringe.

The only sound made from him was the soft tap of worn leather boots as he approached his General's side, where he rested just a little behind. A respectful place that told of his rank and own standing....

Icy azure eyes patiently closed, as he waited at Rish's side.

Rish didn't give her XO a second glance as he entered the room and prepared the lovely sharp device for use. All attention remained cemented upon Ranee. She really was a fun character. 'try to recover as fast as possible'. There were a few ways that that could be possible, one of which was positive thinking and Rish was sure that was not going on about now in her soldier's head.

"I know you will." She spoke coolly.

Her hand gestured toward Ranee with the palm flat up before she stepped to the side to allow her XO to pass by and complete his task. A subtle grin formed on her lips.

"He is as well as can be. In the wonderful care of two wonderful ZOIDs who respect him deeply." She lowered her hand than allowed them to fold behind her back in another bold authoritative stance. "He should have his little companion by now. I took care to be sure it arrived undamaged, so I hope that has improved his morale."

Before the next question was answered she gave a side glance to Zion before returning the full force of her chilled gaze to rest upon Ranee again.

"If I told you that would take away the surprise..." Her grin broadened. "Though, do be warned, it might pinch your neck a little."

"Well That's good then, he's alive at least.." Hopefully no worse for ware mentally or physically. Maybe he got lucky and nothing happened on the rogue lands.

Though Ranne's mind wanted to wander back to her skin. The scaring couldn't be that bad, she hoped anyway she'd been healing pretty well from what the doctors had said though right now that was one of the farthest thoughts from her mind, the optimism seemed to have taken a back seat to worry.

Ok so her general was actually slightly evil Ranee was sensing, probably for a reason bit still. Maybe she should have just laid low instead of her father getting her this slightly crazy post.

"It's not the pinching..." she said still trying painfully to shift away. She was beginning to think what ever that serum was was going to cause her excruciating pain. Please don't let it turn her into some sort of monster. This pain she could deal with right now, because she was healing, but..

No more unknowns... please.

Ranee did sit up eventually with some effort. The General was no doubt amused at watching her squirm. This was insane. But there wasn't much she could do to avoid this situation all her limbs were screaming. Still she tried to shift away it was all she could really do, she didn't have very much movement.

"It's not going to turn me into some biological monster is it?" She said still uncomfortably watching the need inch closer.