Of Gravity and Grace

[Illidan]

Illidan hears Kaieka's footsteps before she even knocks on the door, so by the time she is at the door knocking, he is already there to open the door.
"Hello Kaieka, how are you today?"

[Kaieka]

"O, I'm alright. The day is already half over, the prisoners have been tortured, and I lack excitement."

I walk into Illidan's room and plop down on his bed.

"And you, Illidan, are you your bright and cheery self today?"

[Illidan]

"Yes, I am always pretty happy. I haven't done any kite flying since the weather would not allow it. So I have been a little bored. I was thinking that I would like a pet.
Would you like to go to the pet shop with me to see what they have? Or, what kind of pet do you think would suit me?"

[Kaieka]

"Yes, I will go to the pet store with you."

I stand up.

"How about a hamster? You could probably do well with a hamster... or a poodle. I have never been much of a pet person, myself."

[Archetype 401]

The Archetype 401 had taken the compliments with silence. Although he was more “human” than most Androids, he had little use for words. He would ask only one question, “Archetype 401 will capture Blacksmith,” says the mechanical voice-adaptor which uses voices it’s heard and mimics them, this time speaking in Kaschei’s voice.

“But what is Archetype 401 ordered to do if Peter peruses?” it is a simple question, and the only one he needs to ask before departing on his original mission to capture the weapons dealer in the sewers.

Once Kaschei replies, he will walk to the mainframe computers and acquire a detailed map of the city sewers.

[Illidan]

"I could see you with a black cat, that would suit you well. But a cute fuzzy hamster, yes, that sounds just perfect. I was looking for something a little bigger. Do you know anything about bunnies?"

Illidan puts on a coat and a winter hat. It is a knit nordic hat that ties under his chin. He also has mittens to match the nordic hat.

"It's cold out, would you like to borrow some of my winter apparrel before we leave? I have plenty of knit hats and mittens."

[Kaieka]

I stare at Illidan, who looks pretty rediculous in his winter garb.

"No thank you. Neither hot nor cold seem to effect me very much, I am always cold, and that is all there is to it. I have my cloak. I will wear that.

I do not know much about "bunnies", I believe that you can litterbox train them, and I have heard that they like to chew on electrical wires. Also, I hear they taste like chicken. That is all."

I put on my cloak, ready to go.

((Speaking of going... here I come Bassarov!))

[Kaschei]

"Then nevermind Peter for right now." Kaschei relies simply with a wave of his hand.
"Someone else can deal with him. But, it is so frustrating that something that powerful exists outside Red Infinity. He must be cut down, eventually. I suppose if it came to it I COULD do something...." Kaschei rolls his eyes as if such an effort would be the most tedious thing in the world.
"Focus on other targets then. Zero and Blacksmith. Bring them here. When the task has been completed, you are entitled to some time off. Since you are a machine, I doubt you need it, but you could use the time to meet with other operatives or explore our many Ministries. Whatever suits your fancy."

[Illidan]

" I don't plan to eat the bunny nor do I have any electronics in my room. I think I should be set. Having a bunny will be nice. Maybe I can take it on missions with me."
Illidan and Kaieka leave the Ministry of Terror for the nearest pet shop. Along the way, Illidan considers what kind of bunny he would like.

((See you later, Kaieka!))

[Archetype 401]

The robot nods in understanding and then stands motionless until dismissed.

The humming of his motors go quiet and the glowing red orbs of his eyes dim, going into dormant mode to save energy until he is commanded to depart.

[Kaschei]

Kaschei is not sure why the machine has not left yet for its mission. He stares at the machine, waits, thinks, stares, waits, thinks, then finally speaks.

"Oh, you can stop gawking at my wonderful power and magnificent presence and leave for your mission now."

Kaschei turns and his long black cape brushes quietly across the floor as he returns to his office.

[Archetype 401]

The machine turns on its heel and walks down the hallway. Once he gathers the information needed to depart on the mission, as well as recharged his fuel cells and restocked his armory, he opens yet another electro-magnetic portal to the sewer system of Capital City.

He steps out of the opposite side of the tunnel gateway into the underground catacomb-like sewers. He stands on the narrow sidewalk-like trail of cement which is the only walkway that keeps him out of the river of waste.

Unaffected by his surroundings, the Android begins spiriting in the direction that Blacksmith was last seen going. He plans on closing the distance quickly so he can take the weapons dealer by surprise. Perhaps then he will prove himself to Red Infinity.

[Iris Faust]

Iris saw Fen and freaked but decided to go with it. She couldn't see FreakBoy and then suddenly he dissapeared. She wanted to cry out for him but she held her tounge.
Wiping the tears away she tryed to smiled for Fen.
"Thank you Fen," she toke the cookies from her and picked up the cat. "This really means a lot to me."

[Archetype 401]

Archetype 401 turns a corner of the tunnel system, sensing the only other life force bigger than a rat in that direction.

The robot isn’t actually sure if Blacksmith is in the sewers, or just above him, but he would be the only logical person around here, so Archetype continues to sprint.

[Fenitchka]

"It's no problem Iris. I just thought you might need a friend or some company. My name is Fenitchka, I am a Red Infinity informant. Not as important as you, but I try."

I smile and bow my head.