>>34373In contrast to the usual situation the Ankylosaur has found itself in, exiting FTL at the edge of the local solar system, the radar system gives an all-clear signal. All the vessels it can detect are sending out the proper Friend codes, every station and foundry where they said they would be. Several Guard ships approach but each one radios in about the basic boarding and inspection procedures from the local security officers. So while the Ankylosaur prepares to have Tararu officers board, everyone else is allowed to go on through their days.
>ShellyYou've been kept even more busy by the Doctors and helping out Iona and Rupus, on top of your Communications responsibilities. They've fully outfitted a room with Fold sensors and similar equipment that isn't as intrusive as before. Rupus still has the occasional breathing issue, but nowhere near as bad as before and both of them have had improvements in their complexion as they've had a more stable environment with the Humans, who've also provided them with clearly better mobility equipment. Eva and Duana have also been included with your sessions, along with another group of the Fold Girls to test what happens as they are exposed to different Fold energy.
>FrankAs the Ankylosaur has received improvements, you've been moved over to a few other contractual obligations the ship has been picking up along the way on top of the Fold research you've been forcibly volunteered for. While they say there isn't anything dangerous or risky going on, you can sometimes feel the Fold crystal growing ever so slightly.
Today, however, all your issues have been mashed together, with a dash of overbearing inspectors added to the mix. Rove arrives early today, sending you, Civet, and Varan the plans from on high for modifying your Mech to accept Fold Crystal weapons. Behind him, there are two cargo trucks, one full of new parts they want you to fit and test and another to safely store the pieces you remove.
>LatashaThe real Security job starts now. Even with the advent of all remote communications equipment, some deals must be worked out in person and that means getting ready to welcome new strangers to the ship and head out into strange locations so your charges can get their work done. Part of your work is made easier that many of the people you protect are inside very durable metal boxes, but they also happen to be easy to pick up by unsavory sorts.
At least for the moment, you have a new worry: The Humans accidentally stepping on the Aliens about to board the ship for an inspection. Estrella's experience with the Admin staff means she's been assigned as your underling in the mean time.
"Okay, how's my hair look? Is my shirt tucked in right?" Estrella asks from within the machine, which is at least clean and shiny as they can get. "I've done this before, but the last moments before it actually happens are so nerve wracking."