Fifth Game

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[1] [The Initial Results of Therapy]
[its surprising what a little therapy can do for a person. Admittedly while Leos definitely was flagged for a motherlode of issues, he was getting better after his first two sessions and it showed a little bit. He seemed a little brighter, a little happier than usual. Something about his smile felt... more right. Either way he hummed to himself as he set to work.]

[Among some of the advice given to him by his therapists, was for him to start again on a talent he had left to the side in his blind charge for revenge. As such he seemed to travel between Sakihama, Alhambra and Star Rose quite a bit and always with the tools he needed. Sometimes it was several papers, a sketchbook and several pencils and sticks of charcoal. Other times it was an easel, some canvas and paints. All the time he also carried a pack of pudding, because really... did you expect him NOT to? He sighs softly with... ease? Satisfaction?]

[Whatever the case, Leos work was surprisingly good as he worked his magic on his art. His hands moving in practiced motions as his eyes took in his chosen subject as it came to life on his medium. He paused, regarding his work with a small smile.]

It's feels like its almost been forever since I could just get my mind onto doing this again... its... nice...

[He wiped the bridge of his nose, leaving a small smudge on it.]


[2] [Training]
[On the other hand, while Leos managed to do pretty well in his therapy and get some peace of mind...]



I got it! I got it! I got iiiit-

[His basic training wasn't going as smoothly. Case in point as he was 'shot down' in the training exercise. Either a Mock Battle or a Simulation, he still was taken down pretty roughly. Still, at least it was better than how he turned out in the engagement against the Wulgaru. And a bit better than the first two tries he had earlier in the day]



I don't got it...

[He slumps in his chair with a dazed look on his face.]

[3]

[All the while as the above two moments happen, Leos' handler watches with an unreadable look on her face. But what's odd is that she wasn't alone this time as she judged every moment that passed.]

I suppose this is progress. Somewhat.



Hey, I'd take every little victory we can get and then some. Its kind of an uphill battle here, but at the very least we're breaking some ground right?

Maybe. However if all else fails-

[Her companion have her a slight grimace before shaking his head.]

Lets not touch that subject with a fifty foot pole and leave it where it is Lana. Right now I'm happy with what I'm seeing, and I'll make sure the old coots don't give you and Leos too much trouble.

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[break_the_nine]

That may be true but he isn't under your jurisdiction. Leos' contract is tied to the Unity Group, not its associates like the UN Spacy.



But we can understand your concern, so we can safely say his continued employment is definitely assured. We were just discussing his situation and nothing else.

[The last was directed firmly at Lana, who merely scoffed.]

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[Elan whispers back, not taking his eyes off the glowering blue haired woman.]

Honestly I'm not sure. She says it from time to time so I know I shouldn't be worried... but some days I keep wondering if I'll wake up to her at the foot of my bed with a knife.

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And one day we're going to make sure it's as peaceful as it looks from up here right?

[Leos just smiles guilelessly at Kei, clearly believing such was the case with the Unity Group.]

Spoiler Alert, They'd probably kick his ass.

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Awww....

[Cue him slumping unhappily. Then he blinks.]

Do you think I can practice with you guys? I mean the simulator's good and all but maybe if I fight someone who can think in it rather than just a computer I can learn better!

[Or just get his butt kicked faster.]

[tiger_ken]

...Yeah. Of course.

[Ken puts a hand on Leos' shoulder.]

Promise to help you kick his ass though.

[herodrawing]

Yes! Thanks a lot, Leos!

[Pudding get.]

[abugslife]

[They look at each other and chirp something again. Then, one of the Gebians enters the cockpit of a simulator machine, and tries to grab the controls.

He can't reach them.]

[way_of_vengeance]

...yes?

[keep_your_dignity]

[The wild fire, misses, obviously, as spraying in a cone rarely gets anything more than grazes.

The next part, though, is kind of a blur of activity that happens in seconds. Leos throws his weapon, starts firing vulcans and charging, Kagura takes the bullets and gets some damage because due to the vulcan's position they're harder to dodge... but then Leos gets into melee, Kagura grabs the thrown weapon out of the air, brings it down like a club on his hand to deflect his close-ranged weapon, and then sweeps Leos's legs with the Gespenst's kicking leg]

[ben_dixon]

*Kakizaki then pulls off his cool face. Well, as cool as he could manage anyway, with his pineapple head.*

Anyway, we haven't been properly introduced. I'm Hayao Kakizaki, one of Macross' ace. May I have the pleasure of knowing your name, miss?

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...Ken... Thanks...

[Leos shivers a little as he takes a calming breath. His smile looked... unsteady for a few moments before it went to something approximating normal.]

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[Which has Leos clutching his controls tightly as he tries to find some way to take control of the situation - by using the unoccupied hand to try and jam its fingers into the joints at the Gespenst's knee and break them. Admittedly this would also render the aforementioned hand worthless if the maneuver succeeded... but if he could at the very least cripple the PT...]

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Well Miss Sayo would know some really good things to say that could help us out!

[He looked around for Kanae's near ever present helper.]

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...I have no idea if I should be insulted or relieved that my name wasn't asked for...



Lana Nielsen. An Operator from Raven's Nest, Leos Klein's handler and tactical support.

[Lady's a mercenary Kakizaki. Better watch out.]

[majestic_keiki]

Maybe, if we're successful. [And take a very metaphorical reading and ignore the political conflicts that are bound to happen.]

[ben_dixon]

If you need any help on looking after Leos, I'd be happy to help. He's my cute junior after all.

[way_of_vengeance]

Well, now...Despite her twisted mind, the mistress is still very much a...shall we say, blushing virgin. I'm sure you can think of something to work with that, young man.