Chapter Three (C): Jake & Thorchan

[Akirapryde]

Within moments of Adrian investigating the body, the remaining of Kimiko’s bodyguards arrived on the scene. The knife, pistol and stunner were all secured by the bodyguards as they secured the entire scene. Alima walked up to Jake and Kimiko, “you are in need of medical attention. Kimiko you should come with us.”

Kimiko shook her head, “no! I want to remain by Jake’s side.”

Jake turned to Kimiko knowing that it was a battle he couldn’t win, this time. “Kimiko, it’s okay. Go with them. I will be okay.”

It was clear she didn’t want to, but she nodded. She turned to Alima, “I want him and his friends move to the cabins at the same level as my own.”

Alima nodded her understanding to the request, “This can be worked out. But there are other issues. The Enterprise is near and is sending a shuttle over.”

Kimiko’s eyes brightened as she heard the name, “Mother? My mother has come!?”

It was clear that there was something on Jake’s mind as he looked over at Adrian. But he didn’t want to speak right in that moment. It was clear Jake had something to say but needed privacy. His head motioned for the door as he held a bandage over his wound. “Adrian, we need to regroup.”