What must be done to have order?

[Countess Calum Teramo]

[member="Aurelio Murtix"]

Mountain Lake Retreat ​

Teramo Mountain Lands to South of City​

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All the reports she had been given by the captain of the royal guard could only mean one thing. There a move against the Greater House of Teramo. For reason unknown that only could be of work of a lesser house. Eyes of the piercing gleaming blue eyes of the countess could be seen scanning the sky to the east. As she looked over the data once again if only she could find something to point to who was behind this plot. Taking in the brisk crisp air.

If only there would be time to enjoy a good hunt before having to go back to her duties that called her way so many times from this planet. All wasn't lost but something else took her loyalty. Knowing to have clan sister that could come at her call to aid in this matter. First things was finding out just who they would be going after. With that she need someone that could blend into the culture.

Finding herself with out anything to just hope this meeting she had set up with this off world would come out like she hope it would. If it didn't then she would have to come up with another plan. Smiling up which she would reach do to take the find cup into her hand by the thin handle. Taking a sip of the brew with in the cup it was a tea of enlightenment. Along she was waiting why she would look would be the part she would play today with the wearing the dress of royal blue with gold. Now all in all was just a waiting day to see if this one would show up.

 

[Aurelio Murtix]

Aurelio looked about as he was escorted through the manor of House Teramo with a mixture of awe and jealousy, for his own noble house has far smaller and less sophisticated than this. That was one of the reasons he sold it, besides needing the credits to chase after his dream. It was obvious that this woman was of a far higher stature than himself when it came to the social ladder, so why waste her time with him when there were others more deserving of her attention? Normally Aurelio would play himself up to be something greater than he was, but in the presence of such influence and power the only thing he could do was walk in silent observation.

Eventually he was brought to the final door that held his host within, and after the guards moved aside one of the others opened the door and allowed him inside. Once he crossed the threshold, the door was closed behind him and he was in the presence of a true countess. She wore a blue dress that not only looked quite fetching, but most likely put his own expensive black and silver outfit to shame. With slow steps Aurelio approached her, and pushed his short cloak from his arm before giving a low formal bow.

"It is an honor to meet you countess." He said with his most charming and convincing smile, "I am Baron Aurelio of the lesser Tapani House Murtix. What is it that you need of me my lady, since that is the only reason I can imagine that a young fool like me would be allowed to meet a beauty such as yourself."

He knew how to act in the presence of superiors since it is how he would wish to be spoken to by a lesser, even if one day he hoped to eclipse her power and influence with his own. He would need allies to do this however, and who better than a woman of her caliber to help him?

[member="Countess Calum Teramo"]

 

[Countess Calum Teramo]

Her eyes would look up from the data pad once she heard the door opening up. Dancing her eyes upon the one that she called upon, after her search only to be pleased that he had found his way to such a remote place. Letting herself looked upon Aurelio to not only to see in mannerism. Putting down her pad upon her the grand desk before taken the bow. Even as this very simple act come into play the dance had started. One that she had been groom for that would play her part. Giving back a pleasing smile of the curving upon her lips.

It pleases me greatly to you have taken my invitation up to come. as she once with it almost being scripted out of her learning. As she once speak again with the softness of her voice but one that had power behind. Would you care for drink. Waiting for his choice to be made before calling upon her hand maiden to bring in the drinks and refreshments.

That will be all Rose, please make sure we are not disturb. , as she bow to her mistress. "Yes, Mi'lady"

Only after the doors was closed, knowing that two of her royal guards stood guards. One thing being back under her House that she didn't like any more. Knowing full well that she could protect herself better then most on her royal guards. After all she more worry about there being blood shed among the lesser house or even another greater house. This sadden her heart more then anything. Being in battle many times now seeing what war looks like to kill those with out thought but out of the reason kill or be killed.

I suppose you wonder why I would have asked you to come, having need of you., Taking her time now pouring his drink. Before handing it to him make her some more of her hot tea by putting the bag in the cup before pour hot water. Then adding a splash of nerf milk. Looking at the ripples in the tea now as it turn a blue color before picking it up and taking a sip. There is unrest with the people of Serenno, I want to get to the bottom of the matters before more blood is spilled. , shone in her eyes just how much this hurt the countess to know this about those under her greater house but of the people with Serenno.
[member="Aurelio Murtix"]

 

[Aurelio Murtix]

Aurelio watched her every move with the suspicious eyes that every person raised to be a noble were given, taking note of her actions and calculating his next ones carefully. She summoned her maid to bring drinks, and upon the servant's exit immediately went to business in the slow and almost carefree way that the elite were raised to act in. He accepted her offer of tea, refusing to put any additions such as milk or sugar into it, and listened to her plight as he enjoyed it. In his upbringing he learned from both nobility and the rest that even if someone said they cared they might not at all, but either way if they at least seemed like they did they still won support from the common rabble in the end. Something in her eyes told Aurelio the truth though, that she really did care for those under her. It was a refreshing thing to not have it simply be manipulation, but on the other hand would she be willing to do what had to be done to end this uprising?

"And how am I to assist you my lady? As a man of low birth compared to you I am still nobility of a sort." He took a quick sip of the tea after trying to cool it with a gentle breath of air, "Why should the common people listen to me if they believe we elitists are the problem?"

This was the next part of the game, where Aurelio would try to bring into question her mission and judgement in calling him for help, then seem almost heroic in accepting the job free of charge. Well...almost free anyways. In other meetings such as this he had learned how to bargain and bring it into his favor, but as long as the countess still benefited from the safety of her people and planet he doubted that she would rob him of a reward or a promise to aid him should he ask for it.

"It's truly a righteous goal, don't get me wrong. It's just...well this is quite the task, and I am not quite sure how I benefit from doing this for you. You can understand my problem, yes?"

Now to see how she would react.

[member="Countess Calum Teramo"]

 

[Countess Calum Teramo]

There he had taken the bait she let dang in front of him. Even so she didn't show anything to give away that she felt joy that this had taken play. After all emotion has no play in a dealing of this importance. After all this was something of most importance. Even so she let herself go into deeper thoughts before pulling herself back. Just what thoughts was she having or where did she gone to.

"To answer your first question why would they listen to someone like you, indeed.", as she took small sip of her tea as if to keep him waiting for a reason. Before she thought over just what could be put on the table for him to bit, yes she would need to put a few crumbs on the table. Folding her hands in front of her as if still thinking over just what but in reality she knew what after all wasn't one that would not have thought. After all everyone wanted something no one would work for free.

Yes, what would you care to see out of this a partnership maybe, or would something of a monotony maybe." , maybe this was way to test his own character out. To see just who stood before one that of greed and power or something of a different. Taking a few breaths before she let herself wonder over to the window that show the nature beauty of the landscape how she craved to be out there then inside doing business. [member="Aurelio Murtix"]

 

[Aurelio Murtix]

Aurelio smiled, wanting her to believe it was because of goodwill instead of the thrill of what seemed like a victory pounding in his chest. He watched her move to the window so that she could look outside while discussing the possibility of reward, and to try and seal the deal he followed suit after one last sip of his tea. Placing the cup down, he stood and moved beside her while enjoying the view for himself. Maybe someday he would have a place as nice as this.

"It breaks my heart to ask this of you my lady, but a partnership with a small credit donation would be quite useful to me now that I am a wandering noble with just about no income for myself. In return for you granting me this small thing as well as for allowing me to stand in the presence of your beauty and wisdom I will aid you in your problem. You have my word as a noble of Tapani."

His words were obviously meant to be as flattering as possible, but Aurelio found that even when someone knew the compliment was forced they liked to hear it anyways. Whether she did or not meant little at this point now that they both had what they wished for out of this arrangement.

"And what would you like me to do now that my services are at your command?"

 

[Countess Calum Teramo]

Keeping her eyes on the landscape outside as if not listening. Turing to look into his eyes as all she had to go on with the body aliment that of the face. In reality a lot could be told by one eyes. To keep herself level head after all one could always know how to work people. If you want something from make it be there free choice. After all even those one hold all the power in their hands. This bring a smile upon her lips to turn around to face him.

Letting her eyes raise a bit with her own face to show her please with what he had done to show his welling to do what taken to please her. There it is always to the root of how to get what need done, in this world always came down to credits. I feel this could be arranged very simply. so how would you like this donate in an account or in your hand. , coming to pull herself to her desk to type. As she waited his answer, to how he would like this be arrangement. There was a knock at the door before she could finish up the last part.
Enter, please

Seeing that it was her handmaiden Rose. My lady there been another reported bombing. looking some what surprise. Turning to look at [member="Aurelio Murtix"] Thank you Rose that be all. Pulling something out of her desk as she looked down at at the papers as she tap her fingers nails upon the document. As she move with grace as even those had a lot running through her mind now racing more then every now but that was on the inside the out side had appearance of be calm. After some times of careful planning of how to approach the matter. As she had hope to have more time to get him integrated.

I believe this be long to you now Sir Williams of he Lesser house of Demero under the Greater house of Nubitus. , letting this sink in before sliding over all he would need for his cover including his new manor include a little bit of land. As she looked down then back up again at him taking up her cup of tea.

 

[Aurelio Murtix]

Aurelio smiled as she began typing out the details of their credit arrangement, but when the countess was suddenly told of an attack his smile quickly vanished into an emotionless state. He was watching for her reaction and wondering if she would freak out and act hastily or stick to the plan, but was surprised to see that she was indeed calm and collected. Many who ruled over others and worked for their safety became utterly broken when their people were at risk, and could do something rash in order to save a few when careful action would save many more in the long run.

The countess quickly went back to work and soon produced a datapad containing everything about his new name, title, and lands. All a part of her plan to defeat the terrorists of course, so it would not be his to keep to his disappointment. Aurelio took the datapad and glanced at it before looking back up at his host. She was the perfect example of the calm in the storm, but he knew it must still hurt to know her people are dying.

"I am sorry that this had to happen madam countess. It is a shame some don't hold life here in as high regard as you do, but soon they will face punishment."

He stood up, giving another slight bow of respect, "So what would you have me do now my lady?"

 

[Countess Calum Teramo]

He was sorry was he after all could do at this moment in time was to flash him her eyes that had the paleness to the blueness. It was try she had been train to show no motion she would have time to mourn later. Right now she had to be focus for many reason. Coming to the conclusion of what must be done to act as quickly as one could. Giving a way to a deep long sigh, picking up what was last in the bottom of cup of hot tea. Now a bit of the cool side. Thank you Count of Duoka, I was there was a easier path, if one thing I have learnt from the mandalorian to sure there is no repeat that is use force when need. By doing so make sure it is well remembered.

It was true take care of the body and cut off one head another one would grow back. Coming in with the force that was need then there wouldn't need for blood shed but the once. This thought she would keep to herself for now.
I think this is done lets us go into the city to see what all the damage has been done. First I must change into something that ones that causing this will not know me in. Coming to the way of getting her other skin upon her, leaving the room until she came back carrying her helmet under her arm. There I feel better. [member="Aurelio Murtix"] Smiling at him with her wave of the hand for her to follow her to the him to pick out his ride from the many speaders of all sizes even some bikes to pick from also.

 

[Aurelio Murtix]

The newly minted Count of Duoka could only watch in fascination as the countess left one moment and returned the next in full Mandalorian garb. She was obviously much more than even he imagined, and as she smiled at him with the invitation to pick out a ride Aurelio, now known as Sir Williams, could only jump to his feet and follow out of instinct. He did not want to be the ones who messed with her, as the wrath of a Mando was fearsome indeed.

As they descended to the speeder garage, the nobleman decided upon a jet black speeder bike that was pleasing to his eye. It matched his own outfit well, and everyone knew that while you could choose any color you want...you still go with black. He flipped up his short cape while climbing onto his vehicle, revving it up and smiling at the expensive ride as the countess followed suit in her selection. Even though they were about to go into what could look like a warzone after the bombing, at the moment he could only think about riding the sleek looking bike.

"Are you sure you don't want to simply arrive in a hover-tank my lady?" He asked sarcastically, still unable to fully wrap his head around the fact that she could probably kill someone with a single hand, "Or maybe you have another incredible surprise for me?"

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[Countess Calum Teramo]

Keeping her helmet of for the time being, couldn't help but smile upon being back into her skin she had came to enjoy. It fit her like a glove only thing to those looking on couldn't see past the fact of what the armor met. After all she wasn't one to mess around any more. There was a reason why now when she came home after her long trips way picking out here way from all other eyes. Skill had to be maintain after all, once that was in the open. This part she didn't care the next step was to start bring some of her clan sisters home with her.

I wouldn't push me that far, after all never now what I"m capable of doing, after all one could look at me now think of a wild child. , not that wasn't a bad thing. After all she loved to push people to see what they was made out of. In the end when it came down to she was going to be the one standing. Just that those that chose to go against her Great house would pay at the end all the incontinence lives that it had cost. Better question is would you like to hide in my pettie coats now that know a little bit more about me. , coming a playfulness smirk or this her own way of humor over the situation. After all one coudn't help but not want to be seen with a killer like me, remember I have been to worlds where I have laid many on the battle ground to waste. Letting htat sink in as she put on her helmet. Finding herself with out a spoken word giving him some very small that would fit into his ear. Away to commit ate with me after all don't want them to know that you are working for me after all. [member="Aurelio Murtix"]

 

[Aurelio Murtix]

Aurelio caught the communicator and smirked at her good humor as she put on her helmet and completed her outfit. She was a complete Mandalorian to him now; savage and brutal, but deadly and effective. The nobleman wondered where a woman of high class such as herself became so embroiled in the warrior-culture, and decided that he would probably ask her after all this was over. She reminded him of another woman that he had met and now missed, but he tried to keep Aerin's face out of his mind to focus on the task at hand.

"I would never hide! I love a woman who can handle herself when things get bad!" the baron exclaimed while revving the speeder bike again in anticipation. This could be dangerous, but his safety was not as important as his mission so any doubts would have to be put aside while getting the job done. Aurelio took a deep breath, then slowly exhaled to ease the tension and reign in the fear, "I'm ready to move out whenever you are my ferocious countess! Let's go see what we can do to end this horrid affair."

Aurelio grabbed the pair of goggles off of the bike's handle and put them on, moving his vehicle up next to her while giving a fun little wink to cover up his own nervousness. He hoped she was as skilled as she looked...or they would be in for a lot of trouble down the line when it came to finally putting these terrorists down.

[member="Countess Calum Teramo"]

 

[Countess Calum Teramo]

Now that she had on her helmet all she could do was smirk at this one hopping he had more then his own personality to keep him alive. After all no matter how heartless one thought of the mandalrian culture. To those that was coming trouble who every they many be they see them as the heartless monsters. To her she came to see them as her brothers and sisters. All had their family and live to live out side of being the monsters. They had their place in this galaxy only if she could understand where her own place now with in the culture. It was the blending of the two. That was her goal to be able to let those on this planet see what she saw in these people.
Oh I bet you do

Getting on her own speeder but not before sending out a few messages of her own. Now to play this right they could have their fun in the winding roads to get off this mountain from the manor. Then the real game would begin. Let see if he could play like she hope he could to do his part to find out who was really behind this all. Your on I do love a little danger once in a while.

What had woken inside of her was something more then just play it was the competitive side in her. one ..two...th...., with out getting three out she was off down the winding roads. Nothing like a good speed race on the way down after all she needed to keep her own skills up did she. Before long she took some off road from the main one then again she was the one that knew these roads like the back of her hand.

Help but feel pleased with herself. For many reason other then that she was something what of way to keep her mind sharp then to let it wonder to what they would find. [member="Aurelio Murtix"]

 

[Aurelio Murtix]

Aurelio couldn't help but chuckle at just how determined she was to win, something he admired in people. He gave the speeder bike one good rev before following suit, swiftly moving down the potentially perilous roads. For the most part he was keeping up with her as best he could but when she went offroad he had to stop and continue down the proper path, making it obvious to any who could potentially see who was going to win. Part of him was upset at being the loser of course, but she did know these roads well most likely and this was all far too interesting to spoil over a lost race.

The baron began catching up once again, but it was far too late to win the race to the bottom at this point and chose to do it simply for fun now. It was good that the countess could keep cool under pressure and even keep an air of humor and fun while heading towards danger, but he wondered how she would react once she saw the damage and her injured people. Even a Mando of iron will must have feelings, but then again all of the ones Aurelio had met he considered almost barbaric. If this woman could be one, and yet so refined maybe he was wrong about them...to a point.

"You drive well my lady!" he exclaimed over the communicator, "I can only assume that you fight and lead just as well too! Are we almost there by the way?"

[member="Countess Calum Teramo"]

 

[Countess Calum Teramo]

Couldn't help but be so gitty over these matters. Sliding to a full at the end of the mountain road. Could it be that she enjoy the little ride down the path or was there a bit more to this little speed race. After all she had a very big task at hand. Now time to get to work coming to make sure that all was going to plan. Hearing those words spoken. Your not bad yourself.
Waiting for a few second before switching on the his ear bud again. Giving me a few minutes before you follow we must not be seem together looking over the bombing. After all you are there to gather as much information about your own people well being as I am about mine.

Making sure he understand before taking off once again. If it was like all those other times she would get there with nothing left to gather the information. After some time pulling to the place that would let herself stop. Getting to the edge of the city pulling to half throttle. As she weaved her way to the bombing after. Stopping at the point as she only had to show who she was under her helmet once. This was the first time she had her other skin on.

I want the information now.

Giving her all that they knew at that time 44 wound and 4 dead. This sent something what of her blood boiling. Going to the blast center couldn't help but bend down but doing more scans after all she had those scans that others didn't. Seeing that it seem that others asking the same question as her. Couldn't help herself but after going where need to be she along went around the conor wanting to figure out where those could have plan all of this angel where they could watched from. [member="Aurelio Murtix"]

 

[Aurelio Murtix]

Aurelio made vocal his understanding of her order, pulling his bike over to the side of the road to wait a little while before entering the city. Even from the outskirts he could see the plumes of smoke coming up from the destruction, and he knew that the countess would want the terrorists dead for sure. He sighed, wondering why things could not simply be civil everywhere before finally deciding to head into town with his new identity. Soon enough he made it to the area of the bombing, and looked at the devastation with calculating eyes. At least one or more of the targets would most likely be here to see how their plan went down, since criminals always loved to see their handiwork and the pain it caused.

Aurelio went around asking about the incident, introducing himself to everyone as "Sir Williams of Lesser House Demero under the Greater House of Nubitus". He also dropped hints in every conversation about the possible "justice" behind the attack, so that eventually he would talk to the right person who would introduce him to other radical elements. He hated saying such foolish things, but it was what would have to be done to catch these scum who only attacked civilians.

The baron kept up with his little act for some time, hoping that someone of importance to the group would find their way to him eventually and try to recruit him.

[member="Countess Calum Teramo"]

 

[Countess Calum Teramo]

One thing about having the armor on no one would know who the face was being hint the armor. It was to advantage knowing that those security force could only do so much. Scanner inside her helmet was going to be able to piece things together far faster. If only more of her people would just embrace the mandalorians.


Swatting down to look at the traces of what could only been used in the bomb. Staking her head so much blood had to be shed only to think that there was something else at play. If only those around could see the sadness in her own face. To look upon her sorrow only to a moment before she went onto the invitation of her own. Shaking her own mind to focus what was need to be done. After about a few hours to make a clear map but also of all the people that was hang around for such a long time aftermath.

Slipping out of the public eye more they anything she had to do something else also. After she knew wasn't being followed she slip way back to her retreat. After all had lots of data to shift through. Making a comm link [member="Aurelio Murtix"] "I hope all is well, to see you soon if you finding your subjects pleasing with your ruling." sending a set of numbers.


Coming out into the moonlight still a few hours before their meeting. Letting herself enjoy the crisp air as she let her feet hit the trail. Taking off her boots slip into the creek. Letting down all her hair after all this meeting wasn't as formal. Nothing but a plain simple outfit but with out a doubt could tell the shapely form under. [member="Aurelio Murtix"]

 

[Aurelio Murtix]

It had been a few hours of searching already, and so far no one had approached him with a possible lead to follow in discovering the terrorists. Eventually the baron found the crowds beginning to disperse, with not many others left to speak with that the had not already. There was one man in the back of the crowd that Aurelio did not recognize though so he began walking towards him to give the same speech he had with others, but as soon as his target saw him coming the man began to slip away towards the alleys and shadows. The baron began to move faster to catch up, but then the man sped up in order to escape until the both of them broke into a run. Unfortunately Aurelio was not able to catch him before the strange man ran into the shadows and out of sight, causing him to swear and kick at the ground before calming down.

Soon after he decided to report to the given coordinates of their second meeting, and after some time he found himself at the stream where the countess waited.

"I am sorry my lady, but so far there hasn't been much luck in my search. There was one cloaked man that ran off before I could catch him, but he hid his face so I can't describe him."

[member="Countess Calum Teramo"]

 

[Countess Calum Teramo]

Before [member="Aurelio Murtix"] arrived out of the water with her boots on. All in all this was a good reflection time for her. In all that had been going on to what happen today. Going over some of the data in her own head. Walking along the bank as she let the moonlight dance upon her own red hair. It wasn't as if she could hear him before she saw his shadow figure in the distance. Waiting for him to speak to her about today events.

"Mmm very interesting, what do you think could be behind it just one individual or a group.", as she wave for him to follow him as she spoke to him again. "This is a mystery, for sure good sir." as she smile but knowing that wouldn't be able to see this on her lips. Or the worry in her own face upon this matter at hand.

After taking a long winding path upwards until hit a smooth path that lead to a rusty looking cabin. Raising her hand putting it on the glass only it came a live. Welcome Back My little Calum it was a man voice but computerize for sure. As it open up before them "Come [member="Aurelio Murtix"] or sure I call you by your full title.", with a bit of joking in her voice. "Just don't use to to it.", seeing if she was joking or not.

After stepping in the lights only came on after the door closed as all the windows was blacked out. "Computer code Green Aplha Yellow Tree Climber.", after with some peeps. There came from a floor a mini command. [member="Aurelio Murtix"]

 

[Aurelio Murtix]

Aurelio followed the countess to her private cabin, walking inside to see the place light up as the door closed. She was well prepared with little places like this if she ever had to hide out, and he began to consider doing something similar if he gained some land while smirking at her comment. The countess was able to hide her pain well, but it was obvious to him now that she must be feeling something after going to the scene of the crime. It was most likely her Mando training that kept her strong, and for a moment the baron began to consider the group something above savages.

"You may call me whatever you wish my lady. It is your mission after all." He stood with his arms crossed, and leaned on a nearby wall, "And as for the enemy...it is possible for it to have been just one man or woman, but something like this usually involves some sort of group. If you had any specific people who might be upset at you and willing to do this telling me would be of help. Besides the one that got away I have no leads."

[member="Countess Calum Teramo"]