Chapter 31: reports
Inside Vincent's personal living quarters, the 5 induvidles each found themselves a place to sit down and converse with one another.
Before sitting behind his desk that overlooked all the remaining induviduls he headed towards a rather luxurious cabinet. Opening one of the ornate doors Vincent retrives a bottle of liquor and five glasses, before beginning to pour four grasses, followed by his own.
Walking back to the group that now had all eyes set on Vincent as he handed a glass of high class spirts to everyone present. Before finally taking his seat behind his desk.
Swirling his glass ever so slightly he watched as the his movements knocked the piece of ice against the sides of the fine glass in his hand. Before looking up." I bought this bottle of liquor that we are sharing when the purge ended more then 4 years ago, I vowed that I would only open this vintage bottle if I was ever reunited with my lovely Shaak Ti, or if I ever learnt of her tragic fate that could have been."
" now after these four short years I could not have hoped for a better outcome, not only are you alive and well but so is your Padawan. And as I look around the room I could not ask for better friends to share this celebratory drink with."
With his statement made Vincent rises his glass, before taking a sip of the high end liquor before him.
Following his statement each induvidaul each took a sip from their own glasses.
As they each began to partake on this rare occasion that had presented itself before them, they savoured the smooth and fiery taste of the distilled spirits while they began to remernice of the circumstances that brought each of them here.
Directly one hour after they all entered they heard load and crisp knock on the door, followed by the recipient asking for permision to enter." Lord Vincent following your orders I am here to present the important information, requesting permision to enter."
Expecting her punctual arrival Vincent is quick to respond." Permision granted, you may enter."
Entering inside Yelena bows slightly before Vincent, before greeting her lords new guests the elegance and dignity that she believed that they deserved. " lord Vincent, honered guests it is my privilege to once again be in in the precence of the an esteemed Jedi master and her young Padawan."
Smiling ever so slightly Vincent asks Yelena to speak of the information that is so urgent." It's delightful to see you once more Yelena, now do tell me the information that was so important that even you would lable as urgent."
Straitening her back more, and action that most would have thought should have been impossible if they gazed apon her disciplined stance that left no room for imperfection."yes lord Vincent I have a few peices of information that I believe would be of interest. The first and most important, is the recent invitation that has been sent to you from his excellency himself. The content of the invitation was showcasing the newly built jedi Temple. As well as give lord Vincent the opportunity to introduce yourself to the emperors two heirs."
Rising an eyebrow at her statement.' To think he has already become acquainted with princess Laia, thing are moving rather smoothly. With the two sibling together once more this empire finally has a more stable future ahead.
While Vincent was in thought he was not the only one surprised by his secretary's statement, as the current look on Shaak Ti's face could only be described as baffled.
Muttering under her breathe just load enough for all to hear." Anakin had children! How did I never know about this, but it's not completely unsurprising his relationship with Padme had deepend at the end if the clone wars. But I never would have thought he would have put right broken all the rules and decided to have children."
Laughing slightly at her adamant shock." It's not really that surprising that you would not have know, after rather children where born Anakin and Padme's closest friends hid this information. And the late emperor Palpatine also played his hand in covering up all information regarding the children."
As he let the subtle meaning behind his word sink in, Vincent directed his attention back toward Yelena." You may continue your report."
" Thank you lord Vincent. The second peice of news while less important I still believe holds some importance to you. As you might have noticed when you landed, the imperial transport ship that was left behind on the plant that is currently undergoing terrorforming has returned most likely holding another gift from HEPHAESTUS within."
A pleasant looked spread across his pave at this peice of news, his loyal AI had been more loyal and eager to recive his attention then he had initially expected." Has the contents of the ships been inspected since the cargo ships docked."
" not as of yet lord Vincent. I deemed it unnecessary, and believed that you would much rather has the privilege of been among the first to see what HEPHAESTUS has made for you this time." Yelena says with a playfully smile.
Rising from his seat with enthusiasm Vincent makes his way towards the exit in the hopes of finding out what the loyal child had brought him this time.
Seeing her lord leaving Yelena addressed the remain individuals present." Lady Shaak Ti, young lady Maris your room have been prepared trusted servants are currently waiting outside to guide you and tonensure that all your needs are met. because of your circumstances we have provided ajoied rooms for the two of you. "
Maris could not help but sigh in relife at the beautiful secretary's statement. As though she didn't want to admit it she not comfortable without having her master within distance.
The same could be said for Shaak Ti she had known the trauma that her Padwan had gone through if Yelena had not had mentioned this she would have done so.
Shaak Ti turned her head to look a Yelena who only gave her a knowing smile in response. She may completely understand the event the two had endured, but she could srltill sympathise with then and ensure that all their need where met from this point onward.