as the  dance  ended , Shadow  brought Maddy Over to Lyri and  Roy..He said aloud, for others near By..Hey , SM..Master Chief,  Have yu  Met Maddy..Ensign, Madison Perry.. she is  my Wing   and  I thnk Flores and Kat  adopted her as a sword Maiden..

 he said  softly with his smile  still wide...Gresh is supposed to be in town..he'll be at the  Condo with   the Mark files.. The straight up  EMS  folks don't seem to like  us.. I'm betting   there  will be a few of them on the list..and if they are on the list.. there has  to be  some  Angels or  , occui or someone who are feeding them creds.

 Lyri smiled at   Maddy  and  gave he a nod..wing man?   so.. You like to drive at night?

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 Roll and Haely  danced a few times  as  Roll tried to be gallant . But they did spend a lot of time at the  dessert tables.

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 Larry and Mila  made the rounds.  they  found Roy  and   came up to them

 Lizzy's powerful emotions got the best of her again, she finally gained control and then hugged Izzy close but gentle and lovingly. " I am sorry Izzy I am a little high strung right now I overreacted and lost it again. Of course, I will spend tonight with you I will go let the LC know I wont be going tonight. I love you Izzy." Lizzy pulled herself together, gave Izzy a kiss, and she asked," Would you like a dance and then I go see the LC ok."

In reply to ball (msg # 135):

"The Sergeant Major and I have met a couple times." Madison smiled at him. "Hello again. But I don't think I've met the Master Chief. Nice to meet you." She shook her hand

"Yeah I like to drive at night. Fast too. I do everything better at night."

  Shadow chuckled   as Lyri's eyes  darted towards him.well.. we'll see, It shouldn't be too long  before  you get your chance to show ..other people..how well you do at night.

 I don't know  if Will and Cora  will be  able to attend  and  ....sightseeign .. I am sure theywil be stuck on the   admirals  side ofn the roof, with all those who want to see the  GMH  winner and his  lady

 we'll have  drivers.. , not to worry.

 NA-CE, Vaka and her parents where actually getting along, her father was still skeptical of Vaka but this was his only daughter, all the rest where sons, NA-CE had 4 brothers all younger 2 much younger. NA-CE took Vaka's hand," Would you like to dance Vaka?"

 Meari and Frakas where having a great time, she told him AI stories and how they lost Hipper, and she listened to Frakas's trip on the saucer he boarded. They had been dancing for a while, " So shall we take another break for a drink then back onto the dance floor until the call is made." Meari was holding Frakas close, she then headed for the drink table.

As Lizzy held her close, Izzy would nestle her head against her shoulder as Lizzy said that she she would stay with her tonight, as she needlessly apologised for her mood swings ”It’s ok babe and…I don’t mean to be controlling and stop you going on Delta Nights, it’s just after everything we’ve both been through I just kind of wanted to spend a little time with you and…well…I…I just can’t spend another night listening to people shooting at you!” she said moments before bursting into tears as the strains of the last few days caught up with her.

Roy let a hand drop to rest on Larry's shoulder.  "Nobody's trying to knife us in the back here, I guess," he commented, jerking his head slightly down toward the larg.  "He'd still be stalking them, otherwise."

He gave a crooked grin, and added, "Unless they both got so busy scrounging for scraps and handouts that they forgot to check..."  He chuckled, rubbing Larry's scaly shoulder fondly.

Larry looked  up thumping his tail...Mil  swished hers.

 Don't you two worry..beach party tomorrow,   Puskie and  Disna  have   a play area  all for you guys...

 NA-ZE approached  the group, she had  a  general with her, he was a venerable  Angel.LC Shadow, The Admiral said you might be leaving soon  for yo9u famous  'condo  debauchery '.. Might I have a dance  before you leave,,, General OS-TE will  Gladly  Dance with your   Lady...?

 Shadow's eye looked at  hack  who nodded and pointed to the clock on the wall.Aye,  I will, One Dance, then I would like to be  off.. the temtation to send more EMS officers to med tech is...overwhelming.

  The High Chir  took  Shadow's  arm, The general offered His to Maddy.  Beth Gave the High sign to Roy..its  time to go...

 Lizzy held Izzy close and now let her cry, Lizzy know how she felt she always worried about her dad when he went on a mission. " No Izzy your right it had been a tough few days, and yes I would love to spend more time with you. "

 Once they both had control, Lizzy said," Looks like they are going soon, I will go tell the LC grab us yummy drinks I will be right back."


 Lozzy gave Izzy a big kiss and then headed over towards the LC and she would catch him after this dance.

  As they  Danced  NA-ZE  aid  quietly..You will be leaving soon....

  seems that way....

  Some goof peole  may die....

 yeah? that's that  whole  egg-Omeltte thing... I don't  count   what goodfolks  die.. I just count the bad  folks..whatever  damage   we...I  do ..it will be worth it in the long  run.and t if the 'good folks' are that close  in the area to  the bad  one, well...maybe they weren';t all that good.

 The general was  a much better  dancer they   the LC, but he was alwaso 700 years  or so older.I find it  curious  that Human males   have no qualms  about thier  woman fighting  along side of them, That is what lead to  Nil Si  being  temoved  from her fathers Podition. As she  took upo with that hack person.

Another partner change. A general this time. Madison decided that she would keep a journal. At some point she would want to look back and remember all the brass she had danced with.

"Not all humans are like that, General." Madison looked up at him, appreciating his skill on the dance floor. "Honestly, most human men instinctively protect women, even women that aren't 'theirs'. Kray is a different kind of man. He respects us enough to let us make our own choices and to do our jobs. He knows we're good at it. If he tried to keep me safe, I wouldn't like it. And that said, we do have a lot of female angels fighting for the ESN."
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As Zob danced he noticed the sign that it was time to get going, "Its time..." was all he said knowing full well she knew what he was talking about and made his way to the door to get this night started.

"So are you providing backup like usual?" Billie asked as she danced with Arnie. "I...am still deciding on whether I want to be a driver or help with backup...or just leave it up to if I am needed, okay...if I am not...okay..." There was a slight frown that appeared on her lips but she didn't go into further detail.

Roy gave Beth a nod, gesturing to indicate that he'd come when Shadow did.  He didn't like the idea of leaving personnel without backup, even if Shadow was better equipped than most to handle himself in such a situation.

But there were still a lot of unpledged EMS personnel running around, a few of whom had already butted heads with Shadow, and plenty of whom would love to get a cheap shot at an unsupported LC Shadow as payback for what had already happened to a couple of their own.  If they tried it, Roy wanted to make good and sure they discovered that Shadow had plenty of support.

She hadn’t intended to burst into tears but after watching her best friend getting shot and medevaced, being shot three times herself, hearing in excruciating detail how Lizzy had been shot down twice and had to be rescued, followed by the horrific sights of the Most High’s saucer it had just been too much for her, with her subsequent argument with Lizzy being the tipping point that had set her off. She didn’t like arguing with Lizzy.

Unlike Lizzy who was seemingly able to snap out of whatever mood she was currently in and return to her usual bubbly self, Izzy would quietly sob into the side of Lizzy’s neck for quite some time, with her still sniffling when Lizzy said that she was going to speak with the LC before getting them both some drinks ”Ok Liz…I’ll wait here for you” she meekly said as she rummaged around inside her handbag for a tissue. Feeling more than a little embarrassed and hoping that her makeup wasn’t completely ruined, though the kiss they shared went a long way to assuring her that things were still good between her and Lizzy.

 Sam just smiled and then replied," Oh darn already, I was having a great time dancing with my amazing escort, but yes time for fun, I wish I could join you out there, but I will be listening." Sam then followed Zob.

 Lizzy waited till the LC was done with his dance then approached the LC and Madison, " LC sir if you havent heard Izzy and I are trying to get married on the 3rd day, and Sir you and Madison are invited. I have decided to take tonight off it was a brutal fight and I wish to spend time with my fiancé, I hope I am not letting you down, but I will be ready for the next one sir."

 Meari saw the sign and said to Frakas," Seems it is time to go, then after we clean this place up a little then, we have fun and relax Frakas." Meari and Frakas then followed Zob and Sam to meet up with the others.

 NA-LE was brought over ( much to her shock, To be  ;returned' to  The General). As Shadow  arrived   by the General and Maddy,  Maria  Appoached   in her   shorter  dress that  showcased her  well toned legs.

  Begging Your  Pardon,  LC Sir. Mr  Grush has delivered  the ....catering. You ordered, he would Like to  to sign off, personally..

 The  LC noddedVery Well, Maria, Thank you, sread the word  for those  coming to  the After party, that I am leavig now, but they can  come as soon as they wish? I think there is only about a hour or so left in the  Ball anyway,,
 She Nodded her  head, Smiled at Maddy as she scurried off to   spread, and Have the world  Spread.

 Do you really  have to leave?  the Ball will continue  , despite the announced time, as Long as people wish to stay?

 Aye Ma'am...My people expect the  After Party.. I cn't let them down.. I do thank you   for myself, and the others.. The food  is good, and it alowed us  to unwind..If y9ou wish to see  people Unwnd with out  the  reins of formaility. Come to the beach tomorrow,, the  party will star 10:00 or  so   Planet time, and   continue through the  night

 I may do that..we are attenting the Admiral's after  oart on your  roof as well, prhaps    we will see you tonight?

 There was a  flicker  in  Shadows   eyes ,  as he put  an arm around  Maddy's   shoulder, giving her a   squeeze..I....we...might  be otherwise engaged tonight...you never Know though...  Excuse Us...


 as  The LC  and Maddy detached themselves from the  smiling   and nodding Angles...LC  approached,   he Listened.. at One Pont  his eyes darted in Izzy's direction, but just as  quickly returned to Lizzy.

 You have  been  Around, Long enough   Lizzy. Delta Nights are Voluntary.. we  don't know who will come back, or what shape they will be if they make it.. You remember  when Flores brought me back from the Sanri?.. and Larry  saved us  both from a Bounty  hunter..and that was  Just one..Delta  Night....You got a very  important  Moment in your life  coming up..no use and poking the  gods with a  stick...right?.. there will always be a delta  Night waiting for us.. You can afford to take one off, after the others you took  part in..

 we are all Just weapons in this  war, Lizzy... we all need time out to  get sharpened... Enjoy you night.

  Shade  was  walking to the Door, Maria on one side of him,Maygin on the otherside.. Shadow shook his head..Shade never ceases to amaze me....I mean? Maygin can  make out some of the  stuff  he says.. how  does maria  communicate with him  enough  to...well... um...hang out?

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Frakas's lower   left hand  rode on mearis  rear, the  upper left hand  was  around her shoulder..I Think it  will be  a surprise  to those on the Moon who have settled in to take advantage of their problems.


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 Vaka  was  Dancing with NA-CE  as   Maygin and Maria, started, then others    split off , spreading the word  about the After  Party...I think  we  will finish this dance and One more? we do not all want to run to the Condo? better if we filter Over

 Larry loked up at Roy, thumping his  tail.

 Roll   and  haley went to Ask Nikkie if they could go to the Condo.

 Flores  Waved to   beth and    Nodded, her  and Casey would be along..

  Roles  and beth   headed to the dor a  few minutes later

Roy gave Larry a thump on the shoulder.  "NOW I feel like I can leave, maybe.  C'mon, Larry...we're going to make one more round of the place, see if there's anyone on our side facing impending trouble.  If we're clear, we'll take our leave."  He gave Lyri a nod, and started off in a slow meander from point to point throughout the ball, targeting points where there were clusters of EMS adjacent to ESN, or where the two were mingled, his eyes open for any sign of EMS planning or causing trouble, checking on Larry to confirm his judgment.

 Lizzy nodded as the LC spoke and smiled she knew he wouldn't be mad but she wanted to tell the LC personally and she was glad she did. Lizzy responded, " Thank you LC, be careful out there, and Maddy be careful and be prepared even if you only drive, Someone almost got me killed on my first one, but Larry there saved me, I will never forget that, Larry is a true hero in my book. Now I am a driver and have had some fin and interesting missions."

 Lizzy gave Madison a hug, and whispered," Sword Maiden I here congrats, I have heard you might have turned the LC from a multi-player to a single player game. Just enjoy life that is why I am spending time with my love. Good night, be safe, and see you at Breakfast Madison." Lizzy smiled at the LC gave Madison a hug, and headed to the drink table, now she could drink she wasnt driving tonight.

 Lizzy ordered two Burian Berry bomb things, then headed back to their table she put the drinks down then gave Izzy a big hug," Izzy everything is awesome the LC said it was voluntary and he seemed happy I was not going, he heard about the wedding on the third day." Lizzy wanted to ask Izzy something but not so soon after her emotional breakdown. Lizzy figured you live by your emotions; you will die by your Emotions. That seemed Lizzy rolled up in a nutshell.

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 Meari smiled and replied," Oh damn yes they will all have a bad evening." Meari had arranged to have her gear including her 30 cal for the Delta nights.

 Meari liked where Frakas hand his hand but it didnt hide much of Meari's amazing but large and firm butt. They headed to the Condo.

---->>> Blue Moon Condo, (Go here first?)
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In reply to ball (msg # 154):

 NA-CE smiled, so he was a strategist as well, he was full of surprises. " Very smart idea, after this we do one more dance, then head to the Condo. You are cute, loyal, charming, caring, devoted to the cause, and smart wow the perfect partner. MA-CE held him close to her chest, then bent down and gave him a serious kiss.

  Vaka's  ears stood  up at the kiss and he found a way to return it..


 NA-CE's  Father  facepalmed  and   said  some  to Nac-Ce's Mother, she   Just  slaped his  other  arm that was pointing  at the  two kissng. she  had a soft smile.
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 Ensign   Six  ran Up to  The LC and Maddy...Sir.. Begging you pardon, But i was  hoping for a dance, before you went? she gave  Maddy an apologetic look.

 Sorry Six..  there  are things I need to attend  to... prhaps  tonight on the Roff. ...um...later?

 he gave Maddy a  smile and slight   squeeze...There is  also the beach party.. that will be an all day thing

 ...but..LC..I won'[t be  weari8ng any of this!

 wow?  then you'll have  no troubloe getting a dance partner!

 He  eyes opened  wide  and her face Got  red....