Ava had just finished her call when she thought about what she was about to do. Who leaves a party early. This was a chance she had to get people to know who she was. She turned and look at Astra " there's been a change of plans. We heading back inside, I will send the information about the task that was given to me to my executives. Have them hold them meeting and have them contact me once they come up with some good ideas. We dont have to go back to the summer place. " she informed Astra. " now since you want a warning, there's going be alot of things you hear me say. Alot of things you may not like but I have to build up my name. I do have the charity event coming up next month. The more people who know who I am. The move people will pass it long were they want to attend. Now than shall we head back inside? " looking at Astra.
@Astra Korraay
Astra Korraay — 09/05/2021
Asstra nodded a bit confused. " I was hoping to get a chance to speak to battle master Thorin" she said. Trying to make the best of the situation.
@Governor Ava Forma
Governor Ava Forma — 09/05/2021
" he's actually an interesting person to meet. I picked his brain once to learn about his past. " she softly spoke as they went inside. " ill introduce you to him " knowing Alizee was there as well which meant pretending she was seeing her best friend in the world. As she lead Astra back inside and they headed over to Battle Master Thorin.
" Battle Master Thorin, Lady Alizee, so its nice to see you both agian. I like you to introduce you Astra Kenobi. " making a motion to Astra.
Governor Ava Forma — 09/05/2021
@TheTraveler @Astra Korraay
Astra Korraay — 09/05/2021
" hi it's nice to meet you both" She said with a smile. " Master Quinnlen Vos speaks highly of you Master." She said.
TheTraveler — 09/05/2021
BattleMaster Thorin bowed with respect, Alizee did not. She did however speak, "it is just Alizee. I care to be no lady," the woman said plainly. Her basic still a bit rough. "I remember you from Richie," she said softly.
BattleMaster Thorin spoke once more, "Kenobi," he said softly. "The honor is all ours. I know that Cal had two sons, I didn't realize he had such a lovely daughter. When I return to Fleet Command, I must surely have words with him about that."
Alizee took him by the hand, "truly Cam," she said softly. "You just met the girl and already speaking of her father," she said playfully. "Not everyone wants to be reminded of their family."
He bowed respectfully, "my apologies, Master Vos just commandeered one of my Frigates," he said playfully then added. "He better speaking highly of me."
@Astra Korraay @Governor Ava Forma
Astra Korraay — 09/05/2021
Astra stared at him for a moment. " I am not his... well i am but... Sol Kenobi and were umm..." She said trying to explain this without revealing how she relay was to everyone at the party finding out.
She breathes a sigh when Alizee. “Thank you Alizee, that's a painful subject” she said with a smile.
“As for Master Voss is a difficult man to get along with, unfortunately I have to play nice with him for Quinn’s sake. Anyway Master How did you know the Attack was going to happen several days in advance?. I wonder if something could have prevented the attack and the fighting?” she asked.
Governor Ava Forma — 09/05/2021
Ava nodded her head understanding. She was just being respectful. " and I as you, and remember you singing there. You have such a beautiful gift. Am thankful for you taking generosity of tending the charity event. I can assure you, you won't be disappointed. " she softly spoke.
Being silent as Battle Master Thorin and Astra spoke. Wondering if she should say adopted but that leads to, to many questions.
" I wanted to properly thank you for the support you will be providing for the recuse on lanus you be providing Battle Master Thorin. "
TheTraveler — 09/05/2021
Alizee smiled and nodded to Astra but then frowned slightly as the conversation quickly turned to that of politics and war, "oh, Cam, must we speak of such matters. They are but a bore to me."
BattleMaster Thorin, "of course, my beloved," he said with affect." He waved off the statements, "sorry Ladies, no politics or war talk." He motioned his head to the side, "the wife doesn't like it."
Alizee's frown grew deeper. "We are not married," she corrected. "More....lovers..." she added then smiled revealing her playful nature.
@Astra Korraay @Governor Ava Forma
Astra Korraay — 09/05/2021
" Then would would you like to talk about Alizee" Astra asked. She smiled an attempt to hide the fact that she missed Quinn.
TheTraveler — 09/05/2021
She smiled and bowed her head, "this wonderful celebration." She motioned around, "I have never seen such wonderful works of art taken in the form of food and water." She blinked as she motioned to Ava, "and to your people Lady Forma, the Ewok is by far the best I have tasted in the Outer Rim."
BattleMaster Thorin smiled with pride, "Alizee is in the middle of her first major tour. She had already visited twenty Outer Rim worlds."
"Yes," she said with pleasure, "but my favorite was Coruscant." She then turned to her escort, "is that the correct pronunciation?"
@Astra Korraay @Governor Ava Forma
Astra Korraay — 09/05/2021
" yes it seams a bit over the top to me" she said with a shy smile. She made a face at the mention of Ewok. "The plant braced dishes are wonderful as well" She said with a smile. " I parfur Sereno myself out near the jedi academy there is a beautiful lake Sol and i went there..." she said and trailed off. she shook her head and smiled.
Governor Ava Forma — 09/05/2021
" ofcourse we do insure it is only the best quality. Though there are some people like my friend here like plant based dishes. According to her there are some very fine quality made dishes. Where you don't notice there's no meet " ava softly spoke. As she listened to the Astra spoke about Sereno. " I heard Dantoonie is a beautiful place as well " giving a smile at Astra.
TheTraveler — 09/06/2021
Alizee smiled and nodded, "Dantoonie is very lovely," she said softly. I spent two days laying on its soft sand beach sunbathing."
"My last concert was on Besbin," she said softly. "The governor of the world gave me this," she said showing her necklace.
"He said it was very old, very rare," she explained.
@Astra Korraay @Governor Ava Forma
Astra Korraay — 09/06/2021
"it's very pretty," Astra said looking at the necklace. " I have never heard your music hopefully I'll get the chance soon," she said with a smile. "I'm sure my daughter would love to hear you sing to she loves music," she added after a moment of hesitation.
TheTraveler — 09/06/2021
Alizee smiled with pride, "I am sure in time you will." She turned to Ava, "our Lady Forma has me preforming next month at a charity event."
She grinned, "I love performing for the nobility of the Galaxy."
@Governor Ava Forma @Astra Korraay
Astra Korraay — 09/06/2021
" yes hopefully I will" she said with a smile. She wanted to speak to Master Thorin oh well gets she is stuck talking to his wife.
Governor Ava Forma — 09/06/2021
Ava listened as she looked at the necklace " it is very lovely. " as she nodded her head. As she looked at Astra wondering if she wanted to pick his brain like she had once. She knew Astra tried to have a conversation but Alizee changed the topic. " perhaps I can borrow for you for an moment Alizee. I want to make sure this charity coming up satisfies your taste as well " hoping to distract the pop star away long enough so Astra could reask her question. As she and Alizee walked away giving Astra her window.
Astra Korraay — 09/06/2021
" master would you be willing to answer some my question?" Astra asked gently.
TheTraveler — 09/06/2021
He blinked at her, "I am sorry, forgive an old man. I don't remember the question."
Astra Korraay — 09/06/2021
" it's ok master, I wanted to know how you know the attack was coming several days before it happened" she asked.
TheTraveler — 09/06/2021
He smiled, "child, if I did, would it be wise to tell you?"
Astra Korraay — 09/06/2021
Astra shook her head. " im not a child master. I was wondering if the fighting could have been avoid if there had been time to try speaking to them first." She said gently.
TheTraveler — 09/06/2021
He smiles, "you believe the reason not to tell you is because of your age?"
Astra Korraay — 09/06/2021
Astra smiles " you are an old man indeed. I simply do not like being called a child. I am 18 years old with a child of my own. I have seen my mother taken away for reasons I don't fully understand and death and destruction brought to her home. I can see and feel the suffering of her people and I wonder how to stop it. Stop the fighting" she said quietly.
TheTraveler — 09/06/2021
He smiled, "well then, this changes everything." He leaned forward, "the reason for not answering your question had nothing to do with your age. But the wisdom of speaking of such matters in a public setting to someone who isn't part of the military chain of command."
Astra Korraay — 09/06/2021
" oh right im sorry I did not even think about that," she said quietly and. " is it worth it though fighting like this. How many lives have been lost. It's just the price seams to high I thought as jedi are job was to keep peace not fight wars that cost the lives of the people we are meant to protect" she said.
TheTraveler — 09/06/2021
He smiled, "which is why we all have to take a step back and think before we speak."
With a nod he continued, "our mission is to protect Baklid from invasion and that is what my fleet means to do."
Astra Korraay — 09/06/2021
" yes, but how many lives have you lost so far? How many have they lost? Why do we have to fight them why not send someone to speak to them. Is fighting and hurting each other really worth it when words and comparison can accomplish far more" She said.
TheTraveler — 09/06/2021
He laughed once more, "do you think we haven't tried to convince them to surrender,?"
He motioned her toward one of the drink stations, "we have tried repeatedly to convince them to surrender. But they won't."
Astra Korraay — 09/06/2021
" have you truly? Communication is a two-way street? Simply asking them to surrender will do no good if we are nig willing to see there point of view" she said.
TheTraveler — 09/06/2021
"No," he said flatly. "I am not willing to listen to why they choose to attack this world. Remember, they orbital bombarded the city." His eyes grew narrow, "so you will forgive me for not caring about their point of view."
Astra Korraay — 09/06/2021
" master how can there be peace if we do not try to understand them. Yes, they stacked first but there was a reason they did so. People do not start fights for no reason especially when the cost of doing so is so high. Master why did you choose this path? " she said.
TheTraveler — 09/06/2021
He smiled as he reached over and took her plate from her. He calmly set the plate of food down on the table. "I have seen this before," he said taking her glass from her and setting it down on the table. "The conversation always goes the same," he said in a soft and calm voice.
Then surprised Astra with a quick solid slap across her face. The hit echoed and left a red mark on her face.
With everyone in the immediate vicinity watching, he continued, "care to ask me why I did that or defend yourself," he said slapping her again.
(OOC: I don't have access to Roll20 on my phone so I am going to cry Narrators Screen lol)
Tesara Anerin — 09/06/2021
(((I do, want me to roll something?)))
Astra Korraay — 09/06/2021
((Ough should I be rolling anything))
TheTraveler — 09/06/2021
(OOC I should have lol)
(OOC: what will Astra do?)
Astra Korraay — 09/06/2021
Astra looked at him surprised. A portion of her waning to hit him back. She took a deep breath and shook her head. It was her turn she had to respond. But what would she do. She shut her eyes reaching out to the force sending a wave of calm in his direction. " It appears you prefer to be a Worrier. Let me ask what do you think would happen if I respond by attacking you" she asked.
TheTraveler — 09/06/2021
He smiled at her, "it would have been the first time one of you actually stood up for yourselves."
He reached over and picked up the dishes and handed them back to Astra, "mind you, I don't dislike or disagree with your methods. But when the bolts are flying and people are dying, I don't appreciate being second guessed or told that I should give a shit about their fucking feelings."
He stood proud, "when you Councilors fail to keep peace, it is our mission to win the war. Not fucking care why the other side is attacking."
He smiled, "do we have a sound idea where we both stand on this subject?"
Astra Korraay — 09/06/2021
" You are only continuing the cycle of violence. If the consulers truly failed to do there job then who ever you sent needs more training. Do you know why the people of eropa have started the war on this planet! I have an idea why" she said glaring at him.
" I don't have to attack you to stand up for myself." She said
Governor Ava Forma — 09/06/2021
Hearing the first sound of a slap ava turned her head towards the direction of the battle Master and Astra tilting her head slightly wondering what in the world they were talking about. As well wondering if Astra was alright. However it was no reason for her to cause a scene. Astra could hold herself or learned to after all it was just a slap. As she studied both for an moment before looking back at Alizee. " probably having a debate about something boring. " she softly spoke. She was pretty sure Astra could hold her own but she would close the window of it was nessarasy. After all this was a room full of delphinium's. She kept an eye on the two. As she talked to Alizee about her taste in what she would like to see at the charity.
TheTraveler — 09/06/2021
Alizee rolled her eyes, "doubtful. I need to go," she said walking over towards them.
He smiled as his eyes locked on her glare, "you don't," he said softly. "But your words failed to resolve this either. I choose not to continue."
He motioned to say more, but Alizee grabbed his arm and coiled in to it, "ah My Big Handsome BattleMaster making new friends," she said playfully.
She motioned over to a large crowd, "come i want you to meet others," she said motioning him to follow.
The pair walked away.
Astra Korraay — 09/06/2021
" Well that was fun," Astra said. Shaking her head. She turned to find Ava.
Governor Ava Forma — 09/06/2021
Astra didn't have to look far as Ava approached her after the pair walked off. " well that was interesting. What exactly happened, I only caught the slapping part. I hope your alright. " as she studied Astra closely.
Astra Korraay — 09/06/2021
Astra shook her head a sad exspretion on her face. " He did not like my questions" she said
Governor Ava Forma — 09/06/2021
Ava was curious what all she asked. Though that could be a conversation for another time. Looking around the room. She needed to start mingling. Though she needed to calm Astra down first. " am sorry to hear about that Astra. "
Astra Korraay — 09/06/2021
Astra smiled " I'm fine come on lest go find some of your friends" Astra said brushing off Ava's consurn. She was not hurt badly and this was not the first or last time she would upset a Jedi Master . She put her hand up to the spot where the red handprint was left it stung and she shut her eyes briefly taking a deep breath before letting her hand drop to her side. " Come on let's meet some more of your friends" she said. Trying to hide the fact that she was bothered by the slaps and that she was hurt.
TheTraveler — 09/06/2021
(OOC: Astra, I know you may want to brush off the twin slaps. Astra face on her right side has a red hand print across it. She is not 'not hurt')
Astra Korraay — 09/06/2021
((OOC: Fixed I think. Hope that's better I totally forgot he hit her that hard))
Governor Ava Forma — 09/06/2021
Ava took Astra by her hand being settle about it " hey let's go somewhere more quite " knowing everyone in the room was now watching Astra. She did just cause a scene. As she escorted Astra away finding an unoccupied room and leading her to chair where she could sit down if she desired. As she let go of her hand softly. Her face change from a smile to a neutral look as she looked at Astra " I am not an idiot, I know all to well by now when people are hiding thire feelings from me. Now tell me Astra what happened between you and Battle Master Thorin? " her voice had a soft yet slightly stern tone to it.
Astra Korraay — 09/06/2021
" Ava. I am fine a difference of opinion between a jedi consuler and a Jedi Garden. These things happen all the time. Grated we're my father here he would not dare lay a hand on me. But I would also be in a great deal of trouble for that. Questioning a master's motives and ideas like I did is a bit disrespectful." Astra said simply. She still trying to hide the pain. She was fine it was only a slap nothing more. She could get through this event without tears. " Like I said the falt was my own and I am fine" she added.
Governor Ava Forma — 09/06/2021
Ava's eyes widen hearing what Astra just said. As she listened silently til her friend was done speaking.
"Oh Astra, I belive you gravely mistaken about him. Battle Master Thorin is not force sensitive nor was he ever a jedi Guardian. It is a rank that he has worked himself up in the Jedi military. His full name is Battle Master Cam Thorin. " deciding to educate Astra a little on the mistake she had made.
Astra Korraay — 09/06/2021
Astra blinked " what the way Quinn's father spoke of him I thought he was a jedi Master" astra said actually angry now. She took a deep breath and closing her eyes. She reached out to the force fealing it's energy and flow. She did not fight or try to force the Anger away she simply felt it and let it disparate. She opened her eyes again. " I'm ok Ava im not fragile and iv had far worse injury's" she said calmly.
Governor Ava Forma — 09/06/2021
" that because, Battle Master Thorium is one of very few Hapen officers who has chosen to serve in the Jedi military. The rest all serve the Hapes Republic. The Ruling Family is the Graff Family.
Second, BattleMaster Thorium is well known and widely respected. He has been known to be out spoken and willful in the face of Incompetence. In the eyes of the Jedi, the man can do no wrong. " remembering what she had learned from the man when she picked his brain. Feeling maybe she should filled in Astra who the man was. She just assumed Astra may knew the man since she attended the jedi temple before she lost Sol and her mother. Which caused her to go into hidding.
" I think you should remain in here for a little while longer and mediate. I know your not fragile Astra but if it had been me, I would be very upset by what happened. "
( occ note gm pointed out i been spelling the name wrong its Thorium not Thorin. I apologize for my spelling mistake.)
Astra Korraay — 09/06/2021
" It was likely sumthing I learned but did not pay much mind to" she said shaking her head. Battle Master Thorium was likely one of those facts she leard to pass what ever test or class but was not overly concerned with as she was a jedi consuler.
" He my not be able to do wrong in most Jedi's eyes but again if Lord Sereno we're here Battle master would not have raised a hand to me. My Father would have been furious at both of us" she said. A slight grin on her face as she remembered all the trouble she had gotten onto.
Astra gave ava a confused look before setting on the floor she closed her eyes and settled into meditation. Reaching out to the force and feeling it's energy and how it moved. Sumthing that had always helped her settle down. The force had always been sumthing coforting and she was trusting it again.
Governor Ava Forma — 09/06/2021
" indeed not matter the reason going on in his mind. He shouldn't had slapped you. One of the things I learned. He should had took his leave from the conversation or told you he had enough of the conversation. I did warn you how these people may behave. "ava than took her leave when she saw Astra going to mediate. Heading back into the room of the party as she went to introduce herself and socialize with the nobles here.
Governor Ava Forma — 09/06/2021
Several hours later when the party was winding down. Ava went back to the room since she hadnt seen Astra remarge herself. To check up on her and discuss about how the meeting went her executives had. Giving a few moments to let Astra notice she was there.
Astra Korraay — 09/06/2021
Astra noticed Ava's presence and opened her eyes. There was a strange calm to her. for just the brefest of moment Ava could see what Astra could be when she setled down and focased her mind. she turned her head sidways and blinked a few times. " hi Ava how the party" she asked.
Governor Ava Forma — 09/06/2021
" it was fun, I got the chance to meet alot of people and get my name out there. Are we ready to head back to the summer palace? " she could discuss about lanus once they return.
Astra Korraay — 09/06/2021
"Of curse is my face still red" she asked
TheTraveler — 09/07/2021
(OOC: I also wanted to clarify two important facts. Alizee is at best 20. BattleMaster Thorium is mid to late 50's)
In honor of the celebration and Baklid's new Prime Minister, Alizee took the stage for two songs.
Here are her the two songs
https://youtu.be/pqTcHtSSfUE
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Андрей Кочуров
Alizee - J'en Ai Marre
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https://youtu.be/xq-aTe77bkA
YouTube
Alizée
Alizée - La Isla Bonita
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Governor Ava Forma — 09/07/2021
Ava shook her head " no, I dont see anything. As they return though the party room. Paying respects Ava stuck around listening to the two songs Alizee sing before they left the place getting on a speeder to head back to the southern place.
After returning to the summer palace Ava turned to Astra. " meet me in the meeting room in an hour. " having her executives look into the most they could rescue and how much time they actually had to do this.
Ava went off to change and get prepared for the briefing she was going have with Astra. An hour later Ava walked into the meeting room with a folder and a glass of wine. As she took an moment to sit down. Taking a sip of her wine as she took an moment to compose herself. As she turned and looked at Astra.
" part of me doesn't want to tell you this, not because I don't trust you. But because I don't want to argue with you. You are my friend but sence your my friend and if you do decide to go with me. You need to know this information. Forty Families, thats how many people from the space port on Lanus can be save. There is no other ship's, contacts or resources we can use to save more. Onto that we only have a window of 30 hours get them off the planet or we will lose them all. " as she paused to let Astra speak her peace.
@Astra Korraay
TheTraveler — 09/07/2021
(OOC: to be precise, rolls eyes seeing how Jess rushed this information lol, the estimated time till the Argos parameter fails is in 30 hours. Not two days. In 30 hours the parameter will not hold. There are currently some nine thousand people held up at the spaceport. Each hour that number continues to grow by about three percent, as those living in out lining area try to reach the safety of the spaceport. Argo is holding the parameter with three thousand troops. Reports have them facing a force of over twenty thousand armed civilians. The only ship capable to reach Lanus is the SunCo Corvette.)
@Astra Korraay @Governor Ava Forma
Astra Korraay — 09/07/2021
" then we save as manny as we can" she said quietly. Sadness and pan crossing her face. There are really no other hips that can help rescue them. "Is there anything that can buy us more time. "She asked
@Governor Ava Forma
Governor Ava Forma — 09/07/2021
" time no, however I could speak with the Battle Master after he sees his wife to the space port. Maybe I can convince him to give me some ships for the mission. So we can save more than the forty. Though I already know saving everyone isn't plausible. " Ava softly spoke as she pulled out her comlink to message Ms. Pound to set it up.
@Astra Korraay
Astra Korraay — 09/07/2021
" that sound like a good idea" astra said with a smile
Governor Ava Forma — 09/07/2021
Ava give a smile as her eyes than gaze down at the comlink texting Ms. Pound. ' I need you to set up the special gifts for the battle master. He will be coming to the summer palace. Am sure you know his taste. ' giving the time table and instructions to her. As she glace back up at Astra. " is there anything else you would like to discuss? Oh will you be coming with me to Lanus or staying here? "
@Astra Korraay
Astra Korraay — 09/07/2021
" I'm coming I can help with the evacuation..." She trailed off thinking about Roza and was suddenly torn. " I want to go but Roza " she said.
Governor Ava Forma — 09/07/2021
Ava looked at Roza " you have two options have Vihn watch her or stay behind with her. Its not a wise idea to bring a baby into a war zone. Even if you remain on the ship. The risk are far to risky to bring Roza along for this one. " hearing her comlink go off she looked down seeing she got a text from nova and texted nova. As she sent a text back.
Astra Korraay — 09/07/2021
"" I ummm..." She said. Panic crossing her face. She could not leave the child here it was not safe but as a jedi it was her job to go help the people of lantis. She wished her master was here" I...I wish my master were her" she said quietly it was clear she was conflicted. Do you think we can call Tesara? Waght is the sheald down?" Astra asked quietly.
She thought for some more time. " Let me talk to Fhinn, we should only be ton for a day at most right we go rescue everyone and bring them back here right" she asked.
Astra Korraay — 09/07/2021
@Governor Ava Forma
Governor Ava Forma — 09/08/2021
Ava took an moment closing her eyes thinking over the situation at hand. Knowing Astra was conflicted in more than one way. " wait " her eyes open stopping Astra from acting on her current actions. " I think you should stay here, I'll only be gone for a day at the most. Take Roza and go to the temple. Go seek reseek out this vision you had or seek out someone who can help you in other ways. Than when I get back and make my proposal to the prime minister about Olavon you and Roza can come with me. " she assured her. Hoping by than the Jupiter one would had returned.
" you need some time to de stress, I think spending time while am away at the temple would be wise for you Astra and it will give you some time with your daughter. " Ava strongly suggested.
Astra Korraay — 09/08/2021
Astra started at Ava. She was still conflicted. " Ava I am a jedi what I want don't not mater protecting people is what jedi do. It's just it not safe to leave her here there is a war going on her just as on Lanius" Astra said quietly.
Governor Ava Forma — 09/08/2021
" which is why you should stay behind. I'll only be gone for little while and as long your at the temple you and Roza will be safe. Stay here recenter yourself, and spend time with your daughter. " hoping she wouldn't have to get a Jedi Master to come in here when she was getting ready to leave to get Astra back to the Temple. " after all while Vinh does watch Roza. He's not her parent, and I know she's missed spending time with you. " Ava assured her.
Astra Korraay — 09/08/2021
" Ava you are missing the delema here I am a jedi..." She started then trailed off as if lost in thought. She took a deep breath. I will contact Master Wynium perhaps he would be willing to teach me about ummm... Visions as it's apparently his specialty. " she said finally.
Governor Ava Forma — 09/08/2021
" after our meeting with the battle master ofcourse. " wanting Astra to actually be there for that.
Astra Korraay — 09/08/2021
"Of course" Astra said with a smile
Governor Ava Forma — 09/08/2021
/end
