[center][img]http://i.imgur.com/KBBwK0P.png[/img][/center]At the border of the Hell's domain, Victoire finally came back to her castle. The Blood Countess had just come back from a trip outside the Nexus, courtesy of the deal she made with Helena right before the battle at Oblivion Dungeon. What she actually did out there was anyone's guess. Nevertheless, Victoire looked confident for whatever reason...

[color=ed1c24]"What the name of Hell is this!?"[/color]

If she were drinking anything right now, Victoire would have spat it all over her Castle's throne room or whatever else of it still stood, after a spaceship destroyed nearly all of her home. What began as a rather good night for the Countess quickly became a monumental frustration. [color=ed1c24][i]"What have I ever done to deserve this kind of Fate?"[/i][/color] Victoire asked herself while turning her gaze to the crimson moon above wondering what she did to get so much into 'Their' bad side?
[center][img]http://i.imgur.com/KBBwK0P.png[/img][/center]Meanwhile, in the Hyperion, Eos listened to Wolf's declaration with an unreadable expression in her face. The High Queen stared down at the inquisitor wondering what he could have been talking about since the ones in command of that mission were the Mecha Maids. To turn things worse —perhaps?— Helena had successfully whisked away a number of the Machina forces throughout the Nexus. The only one worthy of Eos' special consideration was Lilian, who seemed to never understand what the High Queen wanted out of her.

And, if this much wasn't almost enough to cause even Eos' stoic mask to slip momentarily, there was also a really big issue to deal with. That issue being the Silver Eyed Demon walking through the streets of her city along with Bonesword.

[color=f49ac2]"That's enough,"[/color] Eos said as she began to slowly pace back and forth. A moment later her eyes flashed a bright bluish silver as the High Queen used her powers to summon a few individuals straight to her Chambers, instead of relying on them getting here on their own. [color=f49ac2]"Hear me, Endian/Krieg, Bonesword, Henry Avaritia as well as the Meido twins. By my power as the High Queen of the Machina of Mankind, I summon you to my presence!"[/color]

A moment later all of them would find themselves standing right beside Wolf as the Queen continued to slowly walk from side to side with her hands crossed behind her back.

[color=f49ac2]"First of all, I have to thank you for your efforts at the Oblivion Dungeon. The enemy you fought is a being in a completely different scale of power than almost anyone in the Nexus. The simple fact that you have returned from the battle is enough to warrant a commendation,"[/color] Eos said as she continued to walk, occasionally turning her gaze at them. [color=f49ac2]"Not only that but, through your efforts, you have secured a powerful ally to fight by our side from now on. In face of such achievements, you have my gratitude as your ruler."[/color]

[color=f49ac2]"Nevertheless, it's not prudent to trust a defector so readily. Thereby, I'm placing you, Henry Avaritia, on probation. You'll be placed under the watch and command of the most suited unit for this task. The only who won't be afflicted by any attempts of corruption that you may try to do, in case your intentions aren't genuine,"[/color] Eos finally stopped walking and faced the group directly, [color=f49ac2]"by this I mean that Bonesword shall be the responsible for your fate within our ranks. Conversely, your actions will influence his fate as well."[/color]

[color=f49ac2]"As for you,"[/color] Eos said to Bonesword, [color=f49ac2]"I have commissioned a special reward. It's made uniquely for you, using KC-00032's top notch technology."[/color] As Eos said so, an android servant got into her chambers bearing a metallic case, which it opened before Bonesword's eyes, revealing a shinny metal and glass cylinder containing a few seeds floating in a green ectoplasm. [color=f49ac2]"This is a prototype bio-weapon, it's called Vulcan Yew, it has the capability of turning into a powerful bio gatling gun capable of shooting poisonous, armor-piercing seed-like projectiles. With your abilities you shall be able to master it and fight against heavily armored targets."[/color]

[color=f49ac2]"Sadly, I cannot handle any more upgrades at this time, for any of you. The past developments were too chaotic even for our capabilities. KC-00032 is still undergoing heavy repairs. I hope to be able to repay you properly for your efforts after the next main conflict makes itself known."[/color]

[color=f49ac2]"While on this matter, I have a request that both you cooperate with as well as keep a watchful eye on Doctor Karizawa and his TEP organization. Whenever possible do your best to act in tandem with them but always keep your eyes on the greater good of the Machina. The overall command of this joint task force will remain with the Meido twins. I have faith that you'll continue to use your wisdom in our favor."[/color]

[color=f49ac2]"Is there anything any you would like to ask?"[/color] Eos asked of them before going silent, waiting for any possible questions.
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