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[1]
[Pre- "Shine-Tommorow, Shine Forever"]
Solaris and the Unity Group is gearing up for a big military op, and things are busy at Saikhama Base. Ammo and repair parts are being shipped in by the bushel, and the air is filled with smoke as mechanics work round-the-clock to overhaul the Mechas in the hanger.
Suddenly, a mat-black shuttle with a ”日“ logo flies into the open hanger bay and lands like a UFO. As the shuttle lands, Dido looks up from her welding job; her eyes widen, and she drops her tools and books it for the nearest exit.
A ramp lowers from the shuttle, guards with sunglasses and turtlenecks file out, and a imperious, well-dressed woman strolls out and sweeps her gaze along the hustle and bustle of the base.
She sniffs in contempt. "So this is the Unity Group: humanity's strongest heroes. But really, can a group devoted to protecting others be said to have true strength?"
[Cut for long, borderline Objectivist speech.]
"I, Alexia Sybil, ask of you all!" She declares, raising her voice to whoever's listening. "In this universe filled with alien empires out to plunder our worlds, what is humanity's truest strength against them? Courage? Compassion? Honor? Cunning?"
She snorts. "No, it is ambition! It is our yearning for power, influence, wealth and achievement! Those with ambition...are true beacons of humanity! Those without ambition...are scum!
A group such as this that defends the earth for the sake of others will surely grow corrupt and weak in the end, and do no better than prop up the scum in their indolence!"
"...therefore, should we not–?"
The classy woman notices you inching away. "Oh!" She exclaims. Dropping her speech mid-sentence, she walks over to you, grabs your hand, and shakes it vigorously.
"You're Dido's friend, right? I've heard so much about you!" She chirps in a bubbly tone. "Do you know if she's around?"
[2]
While Alexia Sybil is chatting with people, two other well-dressed members of the Sybil family slip out of the shuttle and wander through the hanger bay.
One of them is looking at the rows of mechas in their gantries and shaking his head.
"Conventional, conventional...all of these designs are too conventional! Where's the creativity, the daring? As a new form of war machine, mechas need a new warrior aesthetic!"
The other walks up to you and hands you a business card.
"Hello," She says politely. "I represent Sybil and Associates, an interplanetary law firm. Are you in need of representation?"
Ummm....
[3]
Dido burst through the door of the room you are in, slams the door shut, then leans against it in a panic!
"Oh gods, it's them it's them it's them!" She wheezes. Her eyes focus on you. "You!" She wheezes. "Hide me, now!"
Do you help Dido hide?
[Pre- "Shine-Tommorow, Shine Forever"]
Solaris and the Unity Group is gearing up for a big military op, and things are busy at Saikhama Base. Ammo and repair parts are being shipped in by the bushel, and the air is filled with smoke as mechanics work round-the-clock to overhaul the Mechas in the hanger.
Suddenly, a mat-black shuttle with a ”日“ logo flies into the open hanger bay and lands like a UFO. As the shuttle lands, Dido looks up from her welding job; her eyes widen, and she drops her tools and books it for the nearest exit.
A ramp lowers from the shuttle, guards with sunglasses and turtlenecks file out, and a imperious, well-dressed woman strolls out and sweeps her gaze along the hustle and bustle of the base.
She sniffs in contempt. "So this is the Unity Group: humanity's strongest heroes. But really, can a group devoted to protecting others be said to have true strength?"
[Cut for long, borderline Objectivist speech.]
"I, Alexia Sybil, ask of you all!" She declares, raising her voice to whoever's listening. "In this universe filled with alien empires out to plunder our worlds, what is humanity's truest strength against them? Courage? Compassion? Honor? Cunning?"
She snorts. "No, it is ambition! It is our yearning for power, influence, wealth and achievement! Those with ambition...are true beacons of humanity! Those without ambition...are scum!
A group such as this that defends the earth for the sake of others will surely grow corrupt and weak in the end, and do no better than prop up the scum in their indolence!"
"...therefore, should we not–?"
The classy woman notices you inching away. "Oh!" She exclaims. Dropping her speech mid-sentence, she walks over to you, grabs your hand, and shakes it vigorously.
"You're Dido's friend, right? I've heard so much about you!" She chirps in a bubbly tone. "Do you know if she's around?"
[2]
While Alexia Sybil is chatting with people, two other well-dressed members of the Sybil family slip out of the shuttle and wander through the hanger bay.
One of them is looking at the rows of mechas in their gantries and shaking his head.
"Conventional, conventional...all of these designs are too conventional! Where's the creativity, the daring? As a new form of war machine, mechas need a new warrior aesthetic!"
The other walks up to you and hands you a business card.
"Hello," She says politely. "I represent Sybil and Associates, an interplanetary law firm. Are you in need of representation?"
Ummm....
[3]
Dido burst through the door of the room you are in, slams the door shut, then leans against it in a panic!
"Oh gods, it's them it's them it's them!" She wheezes. Her eyes focus on you. "You!" She wheezes. "Hide me, now!"
Do you help Dido hide?
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"1,000,000." Alexia Sybil says. "And a customized fedora from my hat shops. This is my final offer."
She regards Calvin closely, fascinated at the internal struggle playing across his face. "Can you really turn me down, knowing you may not get such another opportunity again?" She asks.
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... I'm extremely sorry Mrs Sybil. But my integrity as an Investigator cannot be bought. I have a job to do, I'm willing to offer you a cup of coffee while you wait but I otherwise cannot divert my attention from a case that has already claimed the lives of several people.
[He wants to cry. He really does, but he puts up a strong face and truly really hopes that this would be worth it. As for his coffee, he's had to subsist on some cheap brands... stuff Alexia would no doubt consider as swill.]
If there is nothing else I can see you out of my office. I apologize for being unable to help further.
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Alexia Sybil stares at you...and then smiles. "A man who can't be bought...it's been a while since I've come across such a person."
She nods at you, a nod you suspect she reserves for equals. "I admire your determination to be your own person, and won't distract you from your investigation any longer." She sets a card down on your desk. "Once you have concluded your current job, feel free to call this number."
Alexia walks out. And then Dido sighs and steps out from behind the counter and gazes at Calvin with wide eyes. "Wow," she exclaims. "You stood your ground against her: I've never seen anyone do that before!" She steps forward and hugs you. "I owe you one!"
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One million. And a hat.
[He takes a deep breath and tries to remain composed instead of breaking into tears at the unfairness of reality.]
I'm... I'm just doing my job. No favors needed.
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