"10 years and three months have passed since the Earth Paksis was merged with the Nirvana. Since then has an alliance called "Humans United Federation" or H.U.F. has been founded in order to bring both peace and protection to all humans. Stability and trade are improving between planets, new resources and materials are being researched to improve upon our technological advances. It has been about eight years since we last saw the Nirvana, when we had our wedding aboard that ship. Oh what a memorable day that was, perhaps the second marriage that took place between a male and female that took place aboard the ship (Gascogne and Forest would be the first).
However, we have been busy with work within the alliance and raising our two kids Ryu and Schala. They are both twins I gave birth to six years ago, and while we also have adopted a girl a few months before they where born, she has been able to take care of herself when we where busy with the kids. She even gave us a hand in looking out for them, especially when we where exhausted from work. Kira is her name, and even if she was a bit rough around the edges at first, she has become a well-mannered woman.
We now travel aboard a decent, but still small ship we call "Serenity", a ship we brought with credits we earned from our duties within the HUF and have recently been doing any transporting or attacking jobs that can earn us enough money to support our family. While it has been a life of traveling from one place to another, we have been searching for a place to settle down eventually. It is however hard since some of the planets are not too welcoming to others.
Recently we decided to take a break, and upon hearing the Nirvana was passing through the area, we decided to pay them a visit since we where nearby. I know it has been a long time since we saw them, but I know they will remember us. I just wonder how much things have changed."
Chapter 22: Ten Years Later
A ship nearly half the size of the size of the Nirvana approached. The ship had two wingspans that where colored in a dark red, while the shaft areas where blue. Three thrusters where stationed on the back end, enabling it to reach speeds up to the ten thousands. It was a ship at least the size of Rabat's one cruiser, but was much more up to date with the times.
"I can't believe it's been ten years since we left!" Misty said, taking a deep sigh.
"We have been busy with making ends meet and we have two kids on our hands." Vyse stated, as he looked at the radar.
The two had changed their clothing style over the past decade. Vyse had worn a blue leather jacket upon his upper body; his pants while black were more newer and had more pockets. His feet where covered with leather black boots. He had aged a bit as well, having kept his hair long and ponytailed around the lower region of his back head. He also had grown a goatee around his mouth, keeping it nicely trimmed as he knew to look nice and neat.
Misty had changed from her jumpsuit to a more outlook outfit. She had on a red tank top with a few writings on it, tan shorts that where very slim and came up to her mid thighs, and sky blue boots that came up to the bottom of her calves. She had grown a lot more since they had left, her breasts having increased in size and her body looking much older then before.
"True, but do you think they will remember us?" She asked, looking over her shoulder towards him.
"I am sure they remember us well, just keep on course, if they where in this direction at a steady speed, we should reach them shortly." He answered.
The past ten years where doing well, the Nirvana had a new area upon the upper area of the ship that extended a few more quarters to the men. With things being a bit more easier on the ship then expected, Wallaby Gilder was transferred to the Paraiso as the females and males might have more conflicts on a ship where they where meeting for the first time. Magno Vivian had died a couple years back, due to a heart failure. She had left a will, granting BC position of Captain aboard the ship. Magno was buried within the garden of the ship, given a proper funeral and tombstone that was fit for a captain of her caliber. BC had given her position to a male named Ulysses R. Akbar, who she felt would fit the position.
As the Serenity approached the Nirvana did Amaro catch it on screen, turning to Akbar.
"I am reading a ship heading our way. It appears to be a carrier ship, but it's not one we have encountered." She stated to the commander.
Akbar turned looking to BC.
"The ship could be another damn merchant!" Akbar mentioned, as merchants seemed to be almost everywhere flooring out items these days.
"Are they sending anything on any frequency?" BC asked, turning to Cel and Bel.
"No communicat- wait, I am getting a frequency on one of the channels, it must be them." Cel remarked, as a communication window opened.
"Hey there guys, been a decade since we last saw you!" Vyse cheerfully stated, most of the bridge crew gasping.
"You... you're-" Akbar looked on shocked, knowing who he was.
"Decided to return?" BC asked, cracking a smile.
"Actually a visit. Five coming aboard, just need a place to dock." Misty stated, as BC looked down at Glenn, who had taken over Ezra's place when she left to be with Rebecca and raise Kahlua together.
"Glenn, any area where the ship could dock?" BC asked, as Glenn looked throughout the area.
"Best place is the underside at starboard." Glenn replied, as he sent the information to Vyse.
The Serenity moved into position, extending the entrance tube up upon one of the entrances with on the Nirvana. Vyse looked on as all status gages were green, as he sighed with relief. The sound of a door sliding open caught their attention, as Vyse and Misty glanced over towards the door.
Standing there was a young boy with blue hair, his eyes the same color. He wore an orange jacket, dark blue jeans, and black sneakers. His hair was cut short and spiked, as he wanted shorter hair.
"'Bout time we got there!" He stated, Vyse and Misty looking to one another as they sighed.
"I wonder what the Nirvana is like?" The green haired female asked, looking to the pink haired teenage female who sat in a chair.
The green haired one was dressed in a yellow t-shirt, blue shorts that where well above her knees and hugged her waist, and yellow boots. She had red eyes that matched Misty's own. Upon her left shoulder was a little yellow blob similar to Misty's. She had a collar around her neck that was black, but also the core function of what made her Q-tron function. She laid on the bed positioned to the right side of the room from the entrance, her hands behind her head.
"Who knows, the place could have had a makeover since ten years have passed." The pinked hared female remarked.
She wore a blue and black jumpsuit that hugged most of her body. She had black high heeled boots, the heels large enough to make walking easier and not so slim.
"I just hope that ship isn't boring like most of the ships we visit!" Schala stated, leaning back against the wall.
"You know how adults are: Always against kids going into certain areas. Still, it's only for your safety!" Kira remarked, Schala sighing, her Q-chan looking frustrated.
Kira stood up from her chair, as she headed towards the door. Schala sighed, sitting up as her legs moved to the edge of the bed as she pushed herself off of the bed and stood up on the floor. She followed Kira from behind, the two heading to the lift station. They stepped aboard the elevator, as the doors slid shut.
"I hope this ship isn't like the Sphinx or Blue Calibur!" Ryu stated, crossing his arms.
"Betcha it is!" Schala remarked, the two engaging into an argument of 'uh-uh', and 'uh-huh'.
The two where stopped as Kira hit the two over the head with her fists.
"You two really can be a pain!" Kira remarked, the two twins sticking their tongues out at her.
"The doors opened, as the family stepped aboard. So far there where a few males who looked at her, as the five stepped out of the lift.
"Not much of a warm welcome." Misty remarked angrily.
"It's not like they all can just drop what they are doing and see us." Vyse answered.
"Wouldn't be so sure of that!" Came a familiar voice.
Hibiki walked forth, having grown a bit since they had last saw him. He was dressed more casually then before, he wore a black shirt with an orange vest over his shirt. His pants a tan color and came down to his lower calves, his feet clothed by black boots. While he looked much older, he still kept his face shaved and his hair long and restrained.
"I see you have changed since we last saw one another." Vyse mentioned, Hibiki nodding.
"Ten years can change many people." Hibiki replied, as he looked down at the kids.
"So where's Dita?" Vyse asked looking around.
"She's making me some lunch." Hibiki replied, leaning down as he looked at the two twins.
"So who might these two be?" Hibiki asked, looking them over.
"Our twins, Schala and Ryu!" Misty mentioned, as she pointed to each.
"MOM!!" The two said, as the two looked at her with embarrassed glances.
"Twins huh? So you're telling me that these two where both born in a female?" He asked, very surprised.
"Of course, but it is very rare!" Misty stated, taking a sigh.
"Congratulations then." He said, as Misty nodded.
"Trust me; giving birth to twins isn't easy." Misty remarked, with a sigh.
"Hibiki, I have your-"
Dita stopped, looking at the newcomers, noticing at least two, as she dropped the prepared food package. She also had changed, having still the same jacket, but with red spaghetti tank top, a shorter type skirt that hugged her hips but still having a white color. Her boots where black all around, with pink lining along the sides of them.
She had grown since they had last met, having wider hips and a fuller bosoms. She looked lower, her face growing brighter.
"Wow, you have kids!?" Dita remarked, as she moved closer to her, examining them.
"You two look so cute!" Dita gleefully stated.
"Thank you!" Schala said, with a pleased face.
"Cute? Yuck!" Ryu stated, as he gave a disgusted glance.
"Oh? Did I say something wrong?" Dita said worried.
Kira hit Ryu on the head with her flat hand.
"Ow, what you do that for?" Ryu demanded.
"She was giving you a complement Ryu." Vyse stated, Ryu crossing his arms, his eyes closing as his face filled with frustration.
"I don't like being called 'cute', it makes me feel like a girl!" Ryu muttered.
Dita laughed, looking at him with a smile.
"You're just like Hibiki when I first met him." Dita stated, as he seemed to be just like him.
Hibiki sighed, hearing her remark.
"C'mon, I wasn't that arrogant!" He stated, looking to her with a shocked face.
"Trust me; this is normal for someone his age. Usually boys and girls always are more rivals to one another when they are young." Misty said, Hibiki and Dita nodding.
"We'd like to head to the bridge, if that's okay?" Vyse asked, Hibiki nodding as he looked to the kids.
"It's fine, but kids are not allowed on the bridge." Hibiki said, the two twins glaring at him.
"Why don't you guys head to the café." Dita suggested, as Kira smiled.
"Sounds good, I am a hungry!" Kira said, placing a hand on the two kids outer shoulders. "That sound good to you two?" She asked, the two nodding.
"Just don't give them anything sweet. They might cause more trouble aboard this ship then they do on Serenity when they have too much suger." Vyse suggested to Kira.
"Oh don't worry; I won't let these two get the sweet treats!" Kira remarked, the two twins grumbling.
"Okay, just follow me there!" Dita directed, taking the lead, as the twins and Kira followed her from behind.
Hibiki lead the two off, leading them to the bridge, as they appeared on the main area. The crew looked at them, as Vyse looked around the area, seeing at least four familiar faces and some new ones.
"A lot has changed since you both left." BC stated, as she looked to them.
While the chair was still the same, with some more padding. Vyse nodded, looking around the area. He noticed at least four familiar faces including BCs.
"Ten years can change a lot." He replied to her, looking to the others.
"I take it you're having trouble as well with adjusting to the way things are going now, huh?" Akbar asked, Vyse looking over at him.
"Since the harvest forces have become almost obsolete and we have had kids to take care of, we have become transporters for cargo since things have quieted down." Vyse stated, crossing his arms.
"Yes, since ten years ago when the paksis of earth merged with our ship did Earth become less of a threat. This ship has become less of a battleship and more of an explorer type ship." BC stated, looking out to the stars.
"Space must be an infinite frontier that may never be charted by humans for millennia." Misty remarked, crossing her arms.
"Be that as it may, it still gives our crew something to look forward to." BC said, still staring out into the stars.
A com window opened up, as Bart was on it. He had changed since Vyse last saw him, having grown a bit more in body measures, plus his hair was as it was before he cut it off, and he had grown a shortly trimmed beard.
"Captain, I know I ask a lot, but-"
"Go ahead Bart. You do have a right to have dinner with your wife and child." BC cut in, as Bart smiled, coming out from portal that lead him to the drivers hall.
He smiled, as he started to run off, heading out of the bridge.
"Heh, guess he finally matured enough to get a girl." Misty said with a chuckled.
"Bart was able to settle down with someone. Presumably with Andrea, a girl who worked in the food court area. Bart met her sometime after you two left. Seems he shaped up enough that he was able to finally woe someone." BC said with a smile.
"I'm surprised he found someone in less then ten years." Vyse said looking at the door where Bart had gone through.
The café door slid open, as the Dita entered, the twins behind her, and Kira behind them, looking around the area. The twins stopped, looking to a table where Meia had sat. Unlike most on the ship, she still had kept the same dread uniform she had worn so long ago, along with her eye piece that she treasured so much. The two looked at her with surprise, before running towards her.
"AUNT MEIA!!" They cried out, Meia widening her eyes, as she dropped her mug on the table, spilling her drink all over the table she was sitting at.
The two had grabbed her arms, looking up at her with glee.
"Do I..." She looked at Schala first, then to Ryu, noticing some similarity.
Kira sighed, as she looked at them with frustration. She pulled the two by the shirts.
"Jeez, can you two show some manners!" Kira said, the two squirming as Meia stood up.
She looked at Schala as it soon hit her who these two where related to. She smiled, petting them on the head.
"So which one of you is the oldest?" She asked, Kira shooting her an annoyed glare.
"Oldest?" The twins replied, as they looked to each other.
"Miss Gibson, they are twins, they are the same age." Kira remarked with irritation.
"But..." Meia then saw the glare again, sighing.
"Kira, which one of us is the oldest?" Schala asked, really wondering who came out first.
"When you're older, you will know. For now, you're still too young!" Kira stated, as Ryu sighed.
"Probably because we are going to fight over it." He stated, as the two looked at one another.
The doors slid opened, as in came a young boy with short green hair came in. He wore a leather brown jacket, black gloves, blue pants, and black boots on his body. He looked around with his brown eyes, as he saw the two kids.
"Huh, haven't seen you three before, you guys new to the ship?" He asked walking over.
"Zelos you best not be up to your old tricks, your parents really have enough trouble with your last little stunt!" Meia remarked, as she knew the boy all to well.
"Tricks? What has he done that has Miss Gibson in an uproar?" Kira asked, looking to Dita.
"Zelos has pulled a few cons on people and usually gone to areas of the ship where he didn't belong. He is the son of Miss Gasco and Mr. Antilles, and they really have put up with a lot of grief their son causes." Dita mentioned, as Zelos crossed his arms over his chest.
"Is it my fault I don't like being cooped up in certain areas?" He asked, Meia glaring at him.
"You know full well why you can't go there!" Meia said, as Zelos sighed.
"Yeah yeah, you say it is for my safety, but when has this ship ever been in danger recently?" He asked, shooting a frustrated glance.
"That isn't the point; you also can be a distraction to people. You really made things a problem when you fooled around with your mothers stock!" Meia stated, Zelos snorted.
"Is it my fault that she didn't put a password on it, I was just looking for my game 'Busterman 13'." He stated.
"Zelos, that rebellious attitude is the one reason I don't let you even train to be a pilot of a vanguard, moreover my own legacy, the 'Beast'." Came a voice, as out of the back area came a male.
He wore mostly an apron, having on brown loafers, long black pants, a long sleeved white shirt, and an apron over his own front side. His hair was brown, as he didn't have a beard anymore, as he looked down at the boy with his green eyes, Zelos looking away from the glaring male.
"Mr. Antilles, taking a break?" Dita ask, as he looked to Dita with a smile.
"More like giving my son a partial lecture." He said, looking down at the twins.
"Who might these two be? Never seen them around!" He said walking over to them.
"They happen to be Vyse and Misty's children." Meia said, sitting down in her chair.
"Really? I'm surprised those two decided to have kids early too." He said, knowing that others had had kids as well aboard the ship, most younger then 30.
"They're also twins!" Dita mentioned, the two twins sighing.
"Is that so? Those two really are blessed." He said, Zelos snorted.
"Yes, well, could you get us some food. I will take a Caesar salad. Ryu will take a plain burger with cheese, mustard and some fries on the side, and Schala would like a plain burger with ketchup, fries as well." Kira stated, having known the two real well.
"Heh, when it comes to burgers on this ship, I usually make the best. Salads aren't my specialty, but I know someone good at it!" Forest replied, as he walked back into the kitchen, the door closing behind him.
Zelos smirked, seeing his father leave. He took out a stack of cards, walking to the table, as he took a seat.
"Anyone up for a game of poker?" He asked, Meia giving him a stern glance.
"Easy there Miss Gibson, free game, no need for any wagers." He stated.
Dita grabbed his hands, as she pulled up his sleeves revealing a few cards placed in it.
"And you're still cheating too." Dita mentioned, Zelos sighing.
"What's there to lose if I am, I said no wagers!" He stated.
"That doesn't make it right to cheat. Your dirty tricks are also why you aren't trusted well also." Meia explained, as Zelos laughed.
"Yeah, but honesty doesn't always get'cha everywhere." He mentioned, as he leaned back in his chair as he smiled.
Vyse and Misty stood at the grave where Magno was buried, a very nicely designed grave with an angel standing above, and underneath the statue was the thick pillar holding it up with the inscription of Magno's birth and death date on it.
"Well Magno, I know we weren't able to make it to your funeral... but in honer of you, I can at least give you something to show some respect." He said, pulling out a bottle he had went back to get after meeting BC on the bridge.
"To a good Captain!" He said, as he poured the expensive champagne onto her grave.
"To the one who let us aboard this ship." Misty mentioned, as she took the bottle, pouring more on her grave.
They sighed, having given some great champagne to the wise and very wonderful captain they knew.
"Gasper always said you liked this kind of alcohol, so for him, we brought it so we could at least honor you when you passed away." Vyse said with a sigh.
There was a moment of silence the two gave, as the turned walking away. The two looked around at the garden that had grown much more since they had left.
"I'm surprised you two decided to finally visit!" Came a familiar voice.
"Yes, and our kids are here as well." Vyse said, looking up at her, as she stood a few feet away.
She had changed into a still sultry type red dress, similar to her old outfit sleeve wise and revealing, but having a larger gap around her back area. She now had on formal high heel shoes, both a golden color. She had kept her hair still long and flowing.
"Kids, huh? How many do you have exactly?" Jura asked, surprised at them having more then one kid.
"Guess the rumors aren't spreading as fast. We have three, one we adopted and the other two are twins, one male and one female!" Misty stated, as Jura's eyes widening as she heard the last part.
"You're kidding!" She remarked, taking a heavy sigh.
"Mother!" Came a voice, as a long green haired girl ran towards Jura.
She was dressed more fancy then most, a white one piece dress with many roses on them with short sleeves that had an elastic band around her upper biceps, and the dress went down to her mid calves. On her feet were boots that where similar to the ones Jura wore ten years ago, only they where smaller to fit the young girl. Jura looked down at the girl as she smiled, her hand grabbing the girl by her underarms, as she lifted her up, giving her a kiss on the cheek.
"Did you follow me all the way here Hina?" Jura asked, as the young girl nodded, looking up at her with her blue eyes.
"So you and Barnette finally had a girl?" Misty asked, as Jura nodded.
"Yes, she is our precious little angel." Jura replied, hugging her daughter tighter as Hina hugged her back.
Vyse and Misty smiled, enjoying seeing a parent and a child in a moment such as this.
"Shirley, Andrea, I'm here!" Bart called out, as a female walked over to him.
She had dark skin similar to BC's, her oak brown hair only coming down to her neck, spread out away from face. While she did wear glasses, her beautiful purple eyes looked into his won warm heartedly, her arms moving around her. She dressed in a uniform that most females within the Café wore, still keeping in uniform.
"Papa!" Came a voice, as a young blonde hair girl ran over to, hugging Bart on the legs.
Bart smiled, as he placed his hand on her head, rubbing it. He had named her after the one girl who he had cared for, who listened to him. She looked up at him with her blue eyes smiling, dressed in a white casual dress that had no sleeves on it. It had a cute rabbit on it, and the lower region went down to her knees. She had on blue boots for her size, completing her outfit.
"So what's for dinner?" Bart asked, as Andrea let go of him, presenting a dinner of cooked chicken thighs sautéed with a honey glaze.
Bart only looked on hungry, as he took a seat at the table. He waited for the other two to take their seat, as he took a piece of chicken. He sighed, as he looked down at it, Andrea noticing it.
"Something wrong Bart?" She asked, Bart taking a deep breath.
"I was just thinking... how Vyse showed me that not all cooking caused your mouth to feel like it was on fire." He said, cutting his piece of chicken up.
"Why does something like that come up now?" She asked, Bart looking to her with a smile.
"I guess because he's come back here recently." He answered, his wife gasping.
"Really? How are things with him and Misty?" She asked, wondering if the two had any problems.
"The two are still married, but like us, they are busy adapting to the way things are." Bart remarked taking a sigh.
"What things?" Shirley asked, looking at them with confusion.
"Oh, the way things where five years ago Shirley." Her mother replied.
"You mean when those bad machines where still active?" Shirley asked, as her mother nodded.
"Yes. Those days seem to be coming to an end." Andrea said, taking a sigh.
Lucca sighed, wiping her head with her forearm. Having now dressed in an engineer's outfit most on the Nirvana wore. She was now second in engineering next to Parfet, and was recently learning more about the mechanics of the ship. She had contributed to making another section of the ship for the men upon the back area on the top part of the ship. It was a lot of work, but in the end it held, after they managed to get the Paksis to accept it. They had used most of the remains of the harvest flagship that Gascogne had revived to create a larger portion for the men's new quarters and managed to once more cause the paksis to crystallize and of course fuse the area to it. While it did cause some stress, it still was able to create a new part for the Nirvana.
Lucca changed a bit, having grown up to an adult, now the age of twenty three. Certain areas grew in her body, so she was a lot more beautiful then before. She turned to look behind her, as a boy wearing a orange jacket with black pants stood behind her. He had long black hair, and glasses as thick as Parfet's.
"Fargo, could you please hand me the welding needles?" She asked, as he nodded handing her over the needles, as she started to work upon the board.
"I wish I could work on some areas of this ship like my mother does!" Fargo complained, crossing his arms.
"I know that you are eager to work on certain parts of the ship, but you still need a few more years of experience before you can begin working on certain parts of the ships wiring." Lucca replied, as she continued to work.
Fargo sighed, adjusting his glassed, as he looked around.
"Why do I need to wait that long?" He demanded.
"Maybe three or five years. Experience and honing your skills is what will get you to be able to work on the ship. Ten years ago I wasn't allowed to work on one part of the ship until I was able to understand it. That took me at least a couple years considering I never understood this stuff." She explained as Fargo sighed knowing she was right.
"Really? I heard that you helped create the one part of the Nirvana." He remarked, Lucca stopped what she was doing.
"Yes, I did, but the paksis did have crystallization and changed the area to make it compatible with the rest of the ship." She replied, Fargo tilting his head.
"Crystallization? You mean the erosion from the Paksis?" He asked, Lucca nodding.
"Yes, that is what made the area for the other launch bay for the Vanguards and male quarters." She replied, as she went back to work.
A beeping went off, as Fargo took out his logbook.
"Ah man, I'm going to be late for reading class!" He remarked, as he started to run off.
"Fargo!!" Lucca called out, but knew it wasn't any use.
"Damn it, I really hate the education agenda's aboard this ship." She remarked, taking a deep sigh. "But then again, kids have to learn some things in life." She stated, going back to her work.
Duero looked over the medical files, as Misty and Vyse stood where they where. He looked over Misty's, a smile curling over his face.
"So you gave birth to a male and a female, I'm surprised you managed to live as well." He said, looking over to them.
He didn't change his outfit either; he still wore the Tarak medical doctors uniform, the black pants and black boots. He smiled, going back to his research.
"You and Parfet are lucky too, considering you tried to have a kid while she was young!" She remarked.
"Yes, Fargo is doing quite well. He seems to take after Parfet since he works with electronics!" Duero mentioned, as he looked over the files.
"Are you jealous about it?" Vyse asked, Duero turning around as he took a huff.
"People have their on choices to go by. My son has found his own ambition and I am proud that he enjoys it. After all, most parents want what's best for their children, right?" He asked, the Misty and Vyse looking to each other.
"Lemme go Miss Gibson!" Zelos demanded, as she pulled him along.
The door to the toppings center opened, as Meia and the resisting Zelos entered into the room. Gascogne looked over; a look of frustration filled her face.
"So what has he done this time?" Gascogne asked, as she knew he must have caused some kind of trouble.
"Nothing short of the normal cheating, but he did try to hit a little girl!" Meia stated, Zelos grunting.
"Really? What have I told you about picking fights young man!" She demanded, Zelos only grunting.
"Maybe Schala ought a know not to insult my gender!" He remarked.
"Schala? Never heard of her before." She said, checking the names.
"She happens to be the daughter of Vyse and Misty. Although the young are always more bitter to one another, especially considering their age." Meia stated.
"So Vyse and Misty are early parents too?" Gascogne said, taking a sigh. "These kids seem to be throwing their lives away!" She stated with some disgust, looking to Zelos, "Now, what have I told you about hitting girls Zelos!" She said, giving a scowling glare.
"Men don't hit girls because it is wrong," He said, taking a breath. "But when someone insults my gender, then I have a right to hit them!" He stated, but was slapped by Meia.
"I guess you want to be grounded again then?" Gascogne remarked, Zelos blinking.
"Fine, but if I ever hear someone call men stupid again, I won't hesitate to hold back!" Zelos remarked.
"Fine then, you're grounded." Gascogne remarked Zelos eyes widening, "Anymore complaints and I will make it a month of solitude in your room."
Zelos growled, hearing that he was grounded.
Parfet looked at the paksis, as she saw it glow a bit brighter then usual.
"The paksis looks a bit different then it usually does!" A male with white hair mentioned.
"I know, wonder if it has something to do with Gasper being close?" Parfet replied.
She still wore her same outfit, the orange jacket, the orange pants, and her black boots. Her hair was still similar to a scarecrow, but she really didn't care.
"Possibly, from what Magno had stated, Gasper was able to communicate with the paksis." A female engineer stated.
"Yes... since he had a paksis in him and seemed to become one when the two artificial ones merged. It's a wonder if Vyse and Misty use him for their own ship?" Parfet wondered.
"Actually, I happen to be only the back up power of the ship. Vyse and Misty still treat me as if I was a human mind you?" Gasper stated, as he opened a window, revealing his feline face.
"Glad to hear they still take good care of you." Parfet mentioned, Gasper nodding.
"Yes, and the paksis seems to be doing well too!" He mentioned, smiling as he could with his hologram image.
"Yes, it seems to have not acted up for a long time." Parfet remarked, as she glanced at it.
A week passed as the Gunlash family stayed with the crew. While things aboard the Nirvana had changed since they had left, it was still a ship that was doing well. The men and women had quarrels from time to time, but otherwise they where able to cooperate even more. Even as time went slower and not a battle happened during their stay, the Gunlash family still had a good time there.
Vyse and Misty took their seats on the bridge, preparing to depart.
"Well Captain BC, it was a pleasant visit I must say." Vyse stated, as BC smiled.
"Try to visit us a little more sooner next time though!" BC stated, Misty nodding.
"We will, count on it." She stated with a confident tone.
Several communication windows popped up, with most people saying goodbye. The two answered as well as they could, the Serenity slowly undocking, as it started to fly off in another direction.
"I guess the time of peace is already upon us?" Misty said, taking a sigh.
"Even for them, but even so, they will manage. I mean, we have as well managed to adapt to the new age." Vyse stated, as Misty nodded.
"Yep, the future where our offspring can grow up without having anyone to control them!" Misty stated, as they flew away from the ship.
Authors note: Well, this completes my series, I hope you all have enjoyed the series and if I still have the will, I plan to write another. I just hope it will be as good. Anyway, thank you all for reading.