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    The back of his head pounded as he woke up. Pain throbbed in the back of his head. Around him the world swam as he lifted his head slowly. "Ugh what the fuck happened?" Michael found that he couldn't move. He was tied to a chair and placed in a small empty room. "Alright!" He winced as he yelled, headache from the blow he took. "Ok what is going on here?"

    A door in front of him slid open. Someone walked in wearing armor. Dark gray plates and head covered in a helmet. Behind him was another man wearing a much nicer outfit. Dark blond hair styled and swept nicely to the side. "You are Xander Thrust correct?" He was holding Michael's fake ID in his hand.

    Michael nodded. "Yeah. You're holding my identification aren't you?"

    "Yes, yes I am. Well Xander you may call me Thresh." Michael watched him as he moved across the room. "But I think you're lying."

    "And what reason would I have to lie?" Michael asked, trying to prolong the inevitable.

    "This is good, really good, but a fake none the less." Thresh tossed the ID aside, as if it was trash. "You see we saw you meeting with Korban earlier."

    "He's a chill guy. Great racer. I'd like to think we became best buds. BFFs. Maybe we'll get matching charm bracelets." Thresh slapped Michael across the face to silence his rambling.

    "My employers trust no one, you see. They have eyes on everyone. And Korban meeting three strangers? A little suspect." Thresh moved behind Michael, placing his hands on his shoulders. "What do you think? I can tell you love making comments."

    "Oh maybe it's an affair? Is he married?" Michael smirked.

    Michael didn't see Thresh nod but the guard did. Moving out of Michael's sight the guard grabbed a bucket and threw it's contents onto Michael, leaving him very damp. "You're very clever." The hands left his shoulder's and the man in black armor now stood next to him, holding to metal rods. "It's annoying. We'll get something out of you, though I'm sure there will many snide comments to get through first." With another nod the guard touched the rods to Michael's chest. Michael yelled in pain as his body was shocked. "Even if you don't tell us anything, maybe hearing your torment will make your girlfriend tell us something."

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    The two women watching them soon were replaced by two men who didn't focus on her which Ashira was glad for until they started attacking him. They were trying to get information from him but he was resisting them. One of the men mentioned that it was only a matter of time before Ashira broke and they were right. “We are here to ask Korban watch someone we don't want following us. The Yoran government is after us and this person would tell them where we are.” Ashira said, knowing it wasn't a good idea to tell the truth but she couldn't let Micheal be tortured.

    Thresh looked over to her and laughed, “You expect us to believe that?” He said, moving towards Ashira and back handing her. He was about to raise his hand to hit her again but the door to the room opened up and a man walked in shaking his head.

    “Ah I hoped I would get here before my sister's goons.” He said, walking over to Thresh and pushing him away from Ashira. “No way to treat a woman but then what would an animal like you know?” He leaned down and looked at Ashira, her lip was swollen and bleeding from where she had just been struck. “Rue, I thought I said they weren't to be touched before I arrived?”

    “Lionel, we didn't touch them. I can't speak for dumb and dumber.” The woman who had been playing with the coin said.

    “You could have at least attempted to stop them. Good help is so hard to find.” Lionel said, reaching into his pocket and pulling out a silk handkerchief, dabbing it at Ashira's lip. He glanced over to Micheal briefly then focused back on Ashira seeming to not care about the pilot. “Now judging by their rough treatment you didn't answer Thresh's questions. You did remember to ask the questions this time didn't you?”


    Another round of bullets hits my skin. Well, fire away
    Cause today, I won't let the shame sink in. We are bursting through
    the barricades and reaching for the sun.

    We Are Warriors


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    "He should ask better questions." Michael droned out lowly, as if each syllable hurt to get out.

    Thresh's hand found it's way into Michael's short hair, gripping it hard causing him to wince. "This one has a bad habit of running his dumb mouth even in dire situations."

    "Your mom didn't think it was dumb last night." Thresh let go of Michael's hair. Only because Michael had earned himself another quick jolt in the side.

    Rue stood in front of Michael. "Your mother jokes? Really?" She turned to face Ashira. "What do you see in him darling? Surely a pretty girl like you could do so much better." Rue looked over her shoulder, expecting a snappy comeback or backhanded insult from the clever Arturian. But instead all she got was a string of bloody drool coming out of the side of his mouth. "Disgusting."

    "Thank you madam." Thresh bowed. "While he's out would you like me to search for hidden memory caches?" Hackers used body mods and epidermal tech to run data.

    "Do it." Lionel commanded.

    Michael's wrists were unbound and Thresh went to work taking Michael's top off. Rue raised an eyebrow. "Now I see why you like him."

    "We got a bandage here." Thresh turned Michael so his bandaged right arm was visible to everyone. The bandage that covered his Arturian tattoo. "Probably a recent implant job. I'll remove it."

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    Thresh pulled the bandage off revealing the tattoo, “Huh an Arturian.” He said, looking down at Micheal.

    “So what?” Lionel said, “You act like you've never seen one before. There have to be at least five hundred on the station right now. Keep questioning him when he wakes up and try not to kill him.” He focused his attention back to Ashira and leaned down removing the bonds from her then holding his hand out for her. “Perhaps we could go somewhere more comfortable to continue this discussion?”

    Ashira didn't like the idea of leaving Michael alone with Thresh but Lionel seemed to be reasonable she might be able to clear all this up. Glancing over to Michael one more time she took his hand and stood up. “Hopefully we can clear up this misunderstanding.” Ashira said.

    Lionel nodded as he placed his hand on the small of Ashira's back leading her from the room. He paused in front of Rue who was tossing the coin into the air again. “Make sure the lug doesn't kill him.” Lionel said, catching the coin in mid air and putting it in his pocket. They walked through the building until they reached a lounge. The Lionel fixed a couple of drinks, offering one to Ashira before sitting down in a arm chair. He sat there with his drink in one hand and the coin in the other. He twirled the coin around in his fingers. “An art collector with an aristocratic Yoran lilt, traveling with an Arturian.” Lionel said, “That is the story we are sitting to?”

    “It isn't a story.” Ashira said, walking around the room looking at Lionel or rather the coin in his hand. That coin could ruin all of this, so far they seemed to be believing the story but that coin could unravel it all. She looked away from him fearing that she was looking too much at the coin instead focusing on the paintings on the wall. “The Arthurian is my security. He claimed that he was an expert of the region as it is known for not being controlled by either Arthuria or Yoran. Though it seems his services aren't that great.”

    She didn't notice Lionel walk up behind her until he placed his hand on her shoulder. “It is a Sergio Cartel.” Lionel said. “Are you familiar with his work? His paintings can go for billions of credits but then again as a art collector you know that.”

    Looking some more at the painting she realized why it was familiar to her. She had seen it before, well she had seen the original before. This was a fake, the real one was hanging in her uncle's office. She walked closer to the painting tracing her finger along the frame and looking closely at the piece. “It last sold at auction for 2 billion credits.” Ashira said.

    “2.5 billion actually, set me back quite a bit.” Lionel said, taking a sip of his drink, his boasting evident.

    “Shame it is a fake.” Ashira said, turning to Lionel who didn't seem all that shocked. She turned back to the painting pointing to the bottom right hand corner where the Sergio's signature was on the painting. “Sergio Cartel never signed the front of the painting usually he signed on the back in the upper right hand corner if he bothered to sign it at all. Not to mention the brush strokes show that whoever painted this was left handed. Sergio Cartel was right handed.” Years ago she would get so bored listening to her uncle drone on about his art collection. Now she was glad he had because she knew these little things to keep her cover.

    “Impressive. The forger I commissioned it from charged me 20 thousand credits. However after noticing the flaws and the forger wasn't quite as good as he claimed to be and a little creative negotiations we compromised at 7 thousand credits.” Lionel said, “While I certainly could afford the original it isn't on the market.”

    “What if I could procure you real thing?” Ashira said, thinking of a bluff hoping she could make this work and get them out of here.

    Lionel didn't get a chance to answer her as the door opened and a woman stepped in. “Lionel, this is where you ended up and with the pretty one.” Hannah said, walking over to them and stopping at Ashira's side. She reached out and brushed her finger across Ashira's split lip.

    “I saw her first.” Lionel said. The two of them staring off at each other like they were kids fighting over the same toy.

    “Maybe we should let her decide.” Hannah said, looking from her brother to Ashira. “Tell me pretty do you enjoy the company of men or women better?”

    “Depends on my mood.” Ashira said.

    “Very well would you rather be worshiped or do you like it rough?” Lionel said, his eyes still locked on his sister.

    “Again it depends on my mood.” Ashira said, wondering where they were going with this. It seemed to be some sort of game between the two. She didn't want to give either of them the upper hand so she stayed neutral.

    “Then maybe we should leave it up to chance.” Lionel said, holding the coin up. He flipped it into the air calling out tails.

    Before the he could catch the coin Ashira reached out and caught it, then quickly shoved it into her pocket finally taking that dreaded coin out of play. “I never mix business and pleasure. As I was saying how would you like to have the original?”


    Another round of bullets hits my skin. Well, fire away
    Cause today, I won't let the shame sink in. We are bursting through
    the barricades and reaching for the sun.

    We Are Warriors


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    "So why do you think he covered this up?" Michael heard voices and someone prodding his arm.

    "Probably some black ops stuff. Doesn't want any ties back to his government." Again he was prodded but this time on the other side.

    "Guess he's shit at his job then." A third voice spoke. Michael slowly blinked back into reality. Before him stood the man who was torturing him. "Welcome back to the land of the living."

    "Ugh I want to go back to sleep. I was having a great dream where I got to shot you in the face." Turning his head he spat, a bit of blood coming out. "Any chance a guy can get some water?" Painfully someone pulled his head back and squirted liquid into his mouth.

    "Enjoy the hospitality while you can Arturian." Thresh was looking down at him. "Once our boss is done with your friend it is only a matter of time before you're dragged out of here and put down like a dog."

    "If any of you hurt her I'll kill all of you." Michael fixed the grunts in the room with a harsh glare. As harsh as it could be tied to a chair. "Even if I'm dead I'll come back and haunt all of you till you off yourselves."

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    “That painting is being held by a minor royal not interested in selling. Believe me I've had people reach out to him about purchasing it.” Lionel said, watching Ashira put the coin into her pocket. He seemed to be focusing on her hips rather than her pocket.

    “Who said anything about purchasing it?” Ashira said, with a smirk on her face. “There are other means of acquiring art.”

    “I am quite versed in art thieves and I have never heard of art thief names Afton Grant.” Lionel said, seeming skeptical and curious at the same time.

    “We both know that isn't my real name.” Ashira said, leaning against the wall trying to look sure of herself without looking like she was lying or being too cocky.

    “Perhaps but who do you claim to be that can steal from a royal?” Lionel said, taking another drink and sitting on the edge of a table.

    “I take it we are not having fun tonight.” Hannah said, with a pout as she walked over to the bar pouring a drink.

    “Olivia Wade.” Ashira said, dropping the name of a well known and reclusive art thief.

    “You are Olivia Wade?” Hannah said, laughing so hard she spilled her drink.

    “Yes.” She said, hoping that neither Lionel or Hannah had met her.

    “Didn't she blow you off three or was it four times?” Hannah said, still laughing though this time at Lionel instead of Ashira. “You couldn't even get past her broker's voicemail. Now she lands right into your lap. Oh this is comical.”

    “Shut up will you?” Lionel snapped at Hannah. “How much will it cost me?”

    “Normally I would charge twenty-five percent above market value but given our situation I'll go with just market value.” Ashira said, having a hard time believing this was working. “Payment due on receipt.”

    “Deal, but we keep your security as insurance.” Lionel said.

    “No. He comes with me. We will have to trust each other.” Ashira said. She didn't want to leave Micheal and not just because she needed him to get to Arturia she still hadn't sorted how she felt about him.

    “Oh this keeps getting better.” Hannah laughed again. It would seem she had refilled her glass at least once and was making quick work of it. Lionel cocked his head looking at his sister not having a clue about what she was talking about. Ashira hide it better than him but was just as confused until Hannah let them in on what she had discovered. “God, for claiming to be such a romantic you are dense. She's sleeping with him.”

    “What's to stop you from running out on us?” Lionel said.

    “As I said you will have to trust me.” Ashira said, thinking about how she intended to do just that, but it didn't matter if this worked then they would never need to see this station again. If Lionel had any ideas of coming after her he wouldn't get anywhere close to her with the protection of the Arturia army.

    “Ah what the hell, why not it's not like I am out anything.” Lionel said.

    “Except I don't get a playmate.” Hannah said, pouting again.

    “You have plenty of other toys.” Lionel said. “You got a deal.” He lead her back to the room where Micheal was in and ordered Thresh to untie him.

    As soon as he was free Ashira walked to him and pressed a kiss to his lips deeply kissing him. She pulled away and whispered, “Just play along.” Then she stepped back speaking aloud. “It's over they know who I am and have commissioned a job from me.”


    Another round of bullets hits my skin. Well, fire away
    Cause today, I won't let the shame sink in. We are bursting through
    the barricades and reaching for the sun.

    We Are Warriors


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    Michael rubbed his wrists, glad his bounds were no longer aggravating his skin. "I get tortured and you agree to do a job for them? I'm starting to wonder if you really love me." The comment may have been a bit backhanded but it didn't matter. He already sold the persona of the talking joker and he had to stick with it. It wasn't like the other's would pick up on the romantic sexual tension that had been bubbling to a point anyway.

    Lionel stepped forward. "Pardon my curiosity but what is it you do exactly? Security doesn't seem to be your area expertise."

    "That's because it isn't." Michael stood, stretching. His joints popped as he moved and he let out an annoyed groan. "I'm a pilot. Best in the system. Guaranteed."

    "We do need someone who can transport goods." Hannah raised an eyebrow, looking Michael up and down. "But that is a bold claim."

    "Not really." Michael said without thinking. "I can fly circles around anyone. And if you're hiring my lovely sweetheart you're gonna need someone who can ensure safe delivery. So!" With a smile Michael wrapped an arm around Ashira and pulled her close, kissing the top of her head. "What are we snagging for our lovey hosts? Something good I hope."

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    “Oh knock it off you know you are lucky to even be with me.” Ashira said, walking past him and stroking her hand across his cheek. “I'm way out of your league and you know it.” The Gideons had no idea how true that was. Hopefully they would be able to get out of here before anyone realized that she was a princess and he was her Arthurian escort. She kept walking towards the door noticing Thresh and Rue standing on the other side of the door. They wouldn't let them through the door without permission from the twins. She needed to wrap this up so they could get off the station never to return again. Lionel will just have to live with the fact he got dubbed. “We are getting a Cartel.” Ashira said, looking back at Michael again. “It's a painting. A very expensive one.”

    “Now if you you will excuse us we need to start preparing for the heist. We'll leave right away and it should take a few weeks.” Ashira said, turning to Lionel ready leave.

    “Yes, but first.” Lionel said, reaching into a desk and pulling out a communicator then handing it to Ashira. “With this you will be able to keep in touch with me. I will want regular status update. Oh and one more thing Rue will be going with you. Trust only goes so far. I don't know you so I don't trust you. Rue come in here.”

    “Sir?” The woman said, walking into the room and glancing between the twins and them. Lionel explained the job to the enforcer and what her roll would be. “Very well. Lets hope you do your job then again perhaps you don't and I get to have some fun. Won't be for you but I don't really care either.”

    “Rue, will escort you to the docks.” Lionel said.

    They left the twins manor and were walking several paces ahead of Rue. This wasn't what Ashira wanted. They would have to get away from Rue but who knew if Lionel or Hannah sent anyone else to follow them. They couldn't make their move into they were ready to leave. They would have to make sure they were back at the ship and ready to go.


    Another round of bullets hits my skin. Well, fire away
    Cause today, I won't let the shame sink in. We are bursting through
    the barricades and reaching for the sun.

    We Are Warriors


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    Michael scoffed when Ashira told him what they were grabbing. “How expensive can it be? It’s not a painting of you.” He brought his hands together and gave an over exaggerated sigh, like a lovesick fool, which he is. “She’s the best thing to ever happen to me.”



    Hannah clicked her tongue. “Must not have been an exciting life.”



    The Arturian smirked. “Excitement means nothing without the right person to share it with.” Michael’s excitement died when Lionel ordered someone to go with them. “Oh great a tag along. Guess we can’t do our pre heist ritual babe.”



    Rue’s eyebrow raised curiously. “What ritual? Why can’t you do it?”



    “Sorry darling I don’t do threesomes.” Michael winked. “I focus only on the love of my life.” Once they were allowed to leave Michael fell into step beside Ashira. “Oh darling.” He threw an arm around her shoulder, making it seem like they were a happy couple walking together. Michael leaned in and whispered, “Well this is getting ridiculous.” To Rue it was just two lovebirds trading sweet nothings. When in actuality it was voicing his displeasure. “Why is it women are always being added to the group? I was never this much of a chick magnet before. Guess what they say is true. When you’re single no one wants you. When you’re in love everyone does. But I take it we’re not actually stealing this thing are we? We just have to ditch Rue and any other tails then dip out of here to Arturian space?” If they could get into his territory Michael was sure he could slip away from any tails the twins sent after them. “This is going to be interesting.”

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    She shook her head at Michael's overt show of affection thinking he might be laying it on a little thick. Still Ashira hooked her hand around his waist trying play along. She chuckled at his comment about attracting women. “I don't think it is you that is drawing them to us.” She said, with a smirk. “As for the painting yes, it is worth quite a bit and no we aren't stealing it. I only said that to get them to let us go. We need to get rid of her.” She reached into her pocket and pulled out a communication device. Thankfully the twins had given them their belongings back before leaving. Quickly she typed away on it sending a message to Lillian and Harlow.

    Ran into some trouble, we are going to need to get out of her in a hurry. We have company that we need to get rid of. We'll be back to the ship in twenty minutes have the ship ready to go.

    She slipped the device back into her pocket looking over her shoulder at Rue thinking she managed to keep her from seeing. “So the question is how do we lose our new friend there?” Ashira said, looking around and spotting a large crowd gathered two streets over. She redirected them to head toward the crowd, when they got closer she could see there was some sort of parade going on. People were riding by on floats waving and cheering at the crowd as they threw small beaded necklaces out. Behind the floats were people walking, it was a sea of people. Ashira grabbed Michael's hand and darted into the crowd. She wove through the crowd starting at first to be going along with it then cutting into an alley. They ran through the alley to another street with the parade on it as well. This parade was huge and spanned several blocks. “I think we can lose her in the crowds. We just need to keep jumping parades.”


    Another round of bullets hits my skin. Well, fire away
    Cause today, I won't let the shame sink in. We are bursting through
    the barricades and reaching for the sun.

    We Are Warriors


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