The One that got Away (Tag Solaris)

[Librarian Echo]

The funny thing about killing someone is that you should make sure they are dead. That wasn't the case with one Ashley Ketchum. She had been forced to leave while her friends sacrifice their lives while she escaped. The problem with this was she used her command module which was quite easy to track. She then hid that thinking she could be do better in small craft but as the universe goes things have a way of coming back you. It was just her luck that a gamma burst from a star would disable her ship and start the automated distress call attracting the wrong kind of attention. The ones who came to aid her weren't the people she wished to see. They were a small contingent of Death Corps with a low level officers. They only saw a promotion but when a Death Corps officer in higher standing showed up to take custody of Ashley and her advisor he knew his chances at promotion were gone. He did however file the report of capture so his promotion may still be a reality. It didn't matter for Ashley as they quickly cuffed her in a pair of restraints specifically designed to suppress her magical powers. She was given the grandest accommodations one of her ranking deserved which meant a shitty cell that was dirty while she was separated from her friend and consigned to sit in that cell for the three week trip back to Earth.

The first few days weren't uneventful as she was dragged from her cell and placed in a room at random intervals to be questioned. The questioning time varied as did when they would get her and take her to questioned. All of it designed to get her off balance and lose whatever edge she may have to resist their questioning attempts. Ashley though proved to be a bit tougher than they expected and very soon they were considering other methods to encourage her to talk about where others like her could be hiding. They are under the mistaken impression that she would know the location of other individuals like herself. All this to curry favor with Death Phantom and be graced with his blessing and become one of the few that have been given such a privilege as to become of his chosen.

As they progressed toward their goal and due to the Cygnarian's adherence to security they were the first to receive the message through one of their relays which they then broadcast to a lower security relay that was then intercepted by a listening protocol that was inserted into the old systems that were no longer considered relevant. Those subroutines were created by a clever AI that always had her holographic ear to the ground for information from all reaches of the universe. It was vast so information like this takes time to get back to those that consider it important and find a need to act on it. 

It has been two weeks since Sailor Solaris has been taken and given the best treatment that being in custody of Death Phantom's forces can be had and administered. This would include but not be limited to sleep depravation, food depravation, and of course a wake sleep cycle with intense interrogation to try to milk her for information. 

Her advisor and friend and Orion hasn't faired any better or had any better treatment. He has been subjected to the same horrors that his friend has been privy to and in his case he isn't regarded as a fully sentient life form and treated as less than a being. He has had it rough and at times been beaten. At one point his image was shown to Solaris to help stimulate her memory as to where other people like her could be located. 

Orion laughed at them mainly because while they thought Solaris weak he knew her measure and how tough she was and that this would not be something that caused her to crack.

The message had been received by a group of people that would help liberate Sailor Solaris and of course scuttle the ship and free all the other prisoners on the transport. 

[Deleted]

Ashley sighed as she looked her interrogators in the eyes. She had already told them time and time again that she didn't know of any others like her. She had just lost her entire team, her wife, her twin daughters and the rest of her advisers. She even lost her ability to switch to her male form as it merged with her female form disappearing forever. As far as she was concerned, no one like her even existed anymore. Another unknown fact is that right before her and Orion were taken into custody, she and Orion had sent the Galactic Guardian Transformation items to their shared subspace pockets.

*Talking through tears "I told you before, you and your boss exterminated all my friends and family. All the people that I could count on to rescue me are gone. If there is anyone else out there that may be like me, I have no idea where they are!"

She was telling the truth, she really had no idea if anyone out there in space are like her. Why won't these idiots interrogating her get that fact through their thick skulls?! She had no idea if there were others like her still out there.

OOC: Tag someone

[Ysolt Hai]

A large man huffed as he heard the answer from the girl. Tears did nothing to persuade him to go easier. There was more information that was needed. The enemy could have passed through the system. He wanted to please his general for helping put together the escape path. Failure was never an option with her.

He grabbed her by the hair as he yang her head back sharply, "You are right, there is no one coming for you. Which means there is no harm in telling the truth. When did the mysterious visitors come? How long did they stay?"

Ysolt watched from the comfort of her viewing room. She had been watching the girl's questioning for some time now. She interlaced her fingers as an idea popped into her head. To leak information about this captive might allow the enemy to show themselves. She itched for a fight directly with the Time Bitch. Her magic was strong, stronger than anyone would have guessed. She kept her true strength hidden from Rajin.

She nodded to a solider as a button was pushed, "Keep pushing her. She will be the bate to catch the big fish. Make her talk more about her friends."

She chuckled as she watched the large man push the head of the girl forward, not caring if Ashley hit the table. She would get what she wanted. There would possibly be a reward at the end for this guard should this prove informative.

The large man slammed his hands on the table as his eyes narrowed. "These friends of yours? Tell me more! And what about the rat creature that you keep? What is so special about him?"

[Deleted]

*Knowing that her tears weren't helping her cause, Ashley regained her composure. Tears were still streaming down her face,but she was able to find her normal tone.* "You think I know more than I have told you? All I know is that some people came and asked for some supplies for a long journey. It was about three months ago. My protectors and my wife let me know about it so I gave them permission to give them some select supplies. Food water and fuel to be specific. Once they stocked up, they left." It was easy to see that she was telling the truth because she looked him in the eyes.

As the large man was pushing her head forward, she was able to use her very unexpected strength to push herself back with her hands avoiding hitting the table with her head. Despite her apparent disposition and weakness, she knew she was strong. She was never going to give up until the end. She knew in the back of her mind that the distress beacon that was inadvertently sent out when her Command Module was hit by a burst of some sort reached her captors first. The distress beacon probably also reached someone who would rescue her from her captors as well. Right now she would just play along.

Ashley then continued to look into her interrogators narrowed eyes as she answered him, "I have faced worse than this in my past life as well. All you need to know about my friends and family is that your army killed them and they are no longer a threat to what your group wants to accomplish. As for Orion, he's not a rat, he's a mouse and he's my best friend. I've had him since I was little and means a lot to me. I would like to have him back please. He is not a threat to you either."

OOC: Anyone

[Ysolt Hai]

The man crossed his arms over his chest as she was finally telling them something useful. The run away children did pass through that system. A map of where they went was slowly forming. He knew that his general would be pleased to hear this. He might even be given a promotion. What he has not told her was that help would only come should they choose so. The distress beacon was intercepted with ease.

The man chuckled at her bravery. He was going to enjoy squashing her pride. It would only be a matter of time. He leaned in close as his old coffee breath was the only think she could smell. "You have not faced anything like what I have planned for you. By the time I am done, you will wish that you joined your friends. You are still a threat as you meet with those we seek. You are valuable to us."

Ysolt chuckled as she took a sip of her drink. This had taken an interesting turn indeed. It gave her something to concentrate on as she dowsed. A trip to this planet would be in order. She looked at one of her servants as she gave the silent order to get her ship ready.

She nodded as she spoke into his ear again. "Good, this is a break we needed. Now you can break her how you wish. Ask her about her past life."

The large man rose as he paced the room. "You will not be getting your rat back. In fact, he is in excellent hands. As long as you cooperate, no harm will come to him."

He stopped as he turned to her. "You talk of past life. What have you faced worst there?"

[Deleted]

"Seriously?! If you don't know the worst thing I faced back then, you must not be up on your history." Ashley said calmly as she back-flipped out of the way while somehow managing to avoid kicking him. She then continued, "you must know the story of the original Sailor Millennium by now. Didn't your boss tell you? Beryl and her army killing everyone is the worst thing that happened back then. Though, if I had to go with a more recent occurrence, I'd have to say my friends and family getting killed on my Colony is the worst. I've told you as much as I know or remember. Though, I really don't understand why you asked about my first life."

OOC: Anyone. 

[Ysolt Hai]

The large man easily side stepped the kick as she flipped backwards. It was a tactic that he used when it came to interrogations. His prey usually had a false sense of security. It often lead to them opening up once he crushes their spirit. It was the best part of his job.

He laughed at her pathetic attempts at explaining history and trying to insult the Lady Ysolt. He rounded on her quicker than most would have guessed. His large frame towering over her as he backed her into a corner. He grabbed her arms as he pinned her to a wall.

His voice growled, "Don't you ever dare insult my lady or her master. The pain that will be inflicted upon you will be worse than anything you could ever image. So do it again, I dare you! Now insulting my intelligence is a matter of grave punishment. I asked you a fucking question. I expect a damn answer! Tell me about your past life or the rat will be drowned."

Ysolt laughed as she placed the entertainment on a small device. She was going to have a lot of fun watching all of this. It had been awhile she had this much fun.

[Deleted]

Aug 13, 2018 19:42:11 GMT -6 Ysolt Hai said:

The large man easily side stepped the kick as she flipped backwards. It was a tactic that he used when it came to interrogations. His prey usually had a false sense of security. It often lead to them opening up once he crushes their spirit. It was the best part of his job.

He laughed at her pathetic attempts at explaining history and trying to insult the Lady Ysolt. He rounded on her quicker than most would have guessed. His large frame towering over her as he backed her into a corner. He grabbed her arms as he pinned her to a wall.

His voice growled, "Don't you ever dare insult my lady or her master. The pain that will be inflicted upon you will be worse than anything you could ever image. So do it again, I dare you! Now insulting my intelligence is a matter of grave punishment. I asked you a fucking question. I expect a damn answer! Tell me about your past life or the rat will be drowned."

Ysolt laughed as she placed the entertainment on a small device. She was going to have a lot of fun watching all of this. It had been awhile she had this much fun.

Ashley chuckles to herself in her head as she thinks to herself 'Is this guy trying to scare me into submission. Seriously, I've almost died at the hands of some rogue Royal Advisers in Mewtwo, Mew, Darkrai, Palkia, Dialga, Giratina and several others. Also if he has someone try to drown Orion, whoever it is will get the shock of his or her life. Electricity and water don'tt mix very well at all. Enough of this internal Monologue, I guess I better talk.'

"Whoa, calm down big guy, I will tell you what I remember, it's not much, I assure you that, it's been thousands of years after all, she says respectfully, then continues. "I meant no disrespect to either you or your master, or your general. I was just surprised that you would ask me about that. All I remember is being the niece of Queen Serenity and the older cousin of Princess Serenity. The Dark Kingdom attacked the original Silver Millennium and Queen Serenity asked my mother, her older sister, Queen Solaria for help against Queen Beryl and her army. Even with the help of my team, the Galactic Guardians, the Silver Millennium Moon Palace was destroyed, and everyone was sent forward except my mother and my aunt. I remember dying and re-awakening the most. I don't remember anything else from my past life."

In the back of her mind, Ashley feels something as her planetary symbol briefly flickers on her forehead. In the back her mind she feels relief as she feels her connection with Terra, Io, Titania, Miranda, and Haumea get a lot stronger than it was. However, she feels as if just like her, they were powered down to their basic Senshi forms now and weren't Super anymore, just like she was no longer Eternal. Unfortunately, she felt no connection with Rhea, Triton, Ganymede, nor Eris anymore. She was just happy that most of her team was still alive including her Terra. However, she couldn't help but feel sad at the same time; especially since she couldn't feel her connection with her Twin Daughters anymore either.

[Ysolt Hai]

"And here I thought it would be a more interesting story. Pity, it was not." He pushed her harder into the wall, his grip very tight to the point of bruising.

His temper cooled slightly until he saw the flash of her symbol. The rage came over him ten fold as he threw her to the ground. She was a senshi bitch! They seemed to be everywhere. No matter, she would be broken by the time is general came. Failure was never an option.

"So you are related to the late queens. Oh we have so many questions that you need to answer. And you will!" He straddled her to the floor, his weight pinned her. Tell me more about your team, the pathetic Galactic Guardians."

[Deleted]

*Ashley thinks to herself* 'Late Queens? What is he talking about? That means Usagi, Mamoru, Ami, Rei, Mako, Mina, Chibi-Usa, Setsuna , Haruka, Michiru, and Hotaru are all dead? So that Monarchy fell too? What the heck is going on here, and why does he think I'm related to a couple of Queens? Wait a minute, Cousin Serenity and her daughter! Now I remember. I honestly didn't think they would get that far after we were attacked. Though, I'm not really sure if Setsuna is dead or not. What should I do? He's way to strong, I can't break his pin I might as well talk.'

"What do you need to know about my team besides the fact they're dead?" Ashley asked curiously and respectfully, then continued, "the fact that I watched them from my chambers get slaughtered, even in their Super Forms? How they sacrificed themselves for my family and me? The were my best human friends. Also, how did you know I was related to the Serenity line? My team and I weren't part of their group, but we did help them out before all this crap happened."

[Ysolt Hai]

The general let out a low growl as he listened to her. She must have a pretty short memory span. He leaned his face in as a hand wrapped around her neck. Her stupidity was starting to get to him. He squeezed slightly as he whispered into her ear.

"Insolent bitch, you told me moments ago. I pay very close attention to every word that you have said to me. Playing dumb will only cause you to be tormented even more."

He sat up as released the pressure on her throat. "Now tell me everything about your team. Names, powers, numbers, and the like. I want to know the history."

[Librarian Echo]

A hand touched Ysolt on the shoulder as she stood there watching the interrogation. She didn’t smile or do anything else but she spoke.

“The male is inept at getting information. We have provided you the necessary tools to ensure compliance and now the male bungles the operation. I will send someone who is skilled at make subjects compliant.”

She looked at Ysolt as one examines something it has found in the ground.

[Deleted]

Ashley thinks to herself as she ponders how much she should reveal about her team. She's really not sure how she should talk. She wants some peace, but it seems that she is not going to get it. She is relieved that the pressure is gone off her throat, but her interrogator is still straddling her. She figured she better talk at least some.

"Well all of us were born on Earth before this whole deal started. We faced  the same threats that the original Senshi did. We thought peace had returned to Earth so we stayed for a while. We spent time on Earth and on the Solaris Colony. As time went on, peace reigned, so my team and I decided to leave Earth and move to the Solaris Space colony. We moved to the farthest reaches of the Galaxy to protect the Sol System. It worked for a while, but then eventually we were attacked. My team consisted of myself, Sailor Terra, Sailor Rhea, Sailor Triton, Sailor Io, Sailor Titania, Sailor Eris, Sailor Miranda, and Sailor Haumea, Ashley explained as she took a breath and  continued. 

"My team and I worked together to defend our home, but we couldn't defend it for long so my team told Terra, the Twins, and me to go to the Command Module and barricade ourselves in it. I was watching the view screen from our quarters and I saw my team scattered throughout space knocked out. I thought they were gone and I still believe that there is no way they would survive. Even if they did, they probably don't even have their full powers and have been returned to their basic form like I was. Since you already know that I'm a surviving Senshi, I suppose you are hoping my info will help you. I really don't know how much my story will help you find any other survivors out there.  I can see that my rambling isn't keeping your interest. I will stop rambling now," Ashley sighed as she caught her breath once again.

She then continued on, "Back in he Silver Millennium we were good friends with the original Senshi and we helped them defend the planets and the original palace. With our powers we did all we could to protect the Queendom from Queen Beryl. After the Silver Millennium fell, we were all sent forward into the future. My team and I weren't really supposed to be awakened. However, it got to the point where there was no point as the same threats attacked Juban attacked our homes. With Moon and her friends unavailable, we had to take the reins to defend our home. Eventually, the threats were dispatched and Peaceful times reigned for about a thousand or so years, then the Solaris Space Colony was attacked which led us to today. As far as I know, I'm the only one left with Orion. Sorry I couldn't give you more. 

[Ysolt Hai]

Ysolt looked over her shoulder at the woman who came up beside her. She crossed her arms over her chest as she thought on the words. Her arms crossed over her chest as she tapped her foot a few times. Her general was getting things done. He was a brute however most responded to him. These creatures that hung around unnerved her. It was her master's bidding that she tolerated them.

"You may send someone. Give him time. His methods suit his personality. We will be with them soon enough."

The man growled as this girl almost answered. He kept his weight on her as he debated what he wanted to know next. It was good to see that both the systems were close.

"Now tell me about the relationship between the systems. How often did you trade? Did you have ambassadors? I want to know everything."

[Librarian Echo]

The woman examined Ysolt as she spoke. She was correct in her assessment of the man. He was brutish and inefficient. He was not yielding the quick results that were needed to track the others like her. The fact they made them the restraints to ensure she couldn’t fight back against them was enough to warrant a little oversight.

“She is already in transit. Our relay will get her there faster than conventional travel. She will be taking a trainee who has applied for entrance into the sect of the interrogators. It will yield results.”

The shop shifted slightly and those who were powered despite having it denied to them would feel the beingbthat had arrived. She walked the corridor as security stopped and pressed themselves against the bulkhead to avoid impeding her and the young woman with her. As she walked from the cargo bay they sent a message to the general.

“Sir....a Cygnarian has appeared. She hasn’t spoken but her oath makes evident she is headed toward you. She is accompanied by another. Should we delay her?”

Her pace seemed to be one of leisure. She stopped for a moment to look at the young woman with her.

“You have done well. The infusion while painful you have survived. How is your kink with other Cygnarians? Can you access the master servers and use the information that resides there?”

The young woman nodded and the other woman touched her face. It was a sign from a Cygnarian to let the other know they were there for them. The young woman knew that from the information she could access.

“Shall we wait for them to inform the buffoon that we are on our way?”

The young woman nodded and the older woman smiled, which could be considered quite unsettling.