Center Worlds - Spark

Clanworld Desinlo -32 BA

“You see what in orbit?” Lya said as she watched the reports of the projectiles melting, then a flash of fusion strength in the sky above the city.

“We’re detecting a large ship, Regent. It has positioned itself between us and the latest weapon strike. All inbound weapons are gone.”

“They helped us?” Lya asked, leaning forward to look at the readouts.

“That ship is enormous. It reads over a kim and a half long. Readouts indicate it also threw a fusion warhead onto its space side and took the blast to ensure the last remaining projectiles were destroyed. We have nothing like that, nor have I heard of anything like this, Regent.”

“Open a channel, we may have an ally.” Lya said, then picked up the comm unit.

“Attention vessel in orbit. This is Regent Desinlo. Please identify yourself.”

“Regent Desinlo, this is Commander Ryo Camelin of the Confederacy Battlecruiser TGX-2. We are pleased that there are still people alive on your world. It looks like we arrived just in time.”

Lya laughed. “I agree, Commander. Let me be the first to welcome you. It has been many cycles past that we had friendly communications with the Confederacy outside of our system. I would like to invite you planet side, I will have a banquet prepared in your honour.”

The Desinlo shuttle cruised into the starboard docking bay of the TGX-2 and landed. As it’s hatch opened and the flight crew stepped out, they were amazed at the size of the docking bay alone. “We could fit an entire squadron of Superiority fighters in here. How big is this ship?” the pilot asked.

“Almost forty megatonnes, 1.6 kims long, with enough power to take on a planet full of insurgents. Since your clan has been isolated, we have progressed greatly.” Commander Ryo Camelin said as he stepped forward. He clasped hands with the pilot and then the navigator. “Welcome aboard the TGX-2. I hope this will not be your only visit.”

“You are the Commander of this vessel?” The pilot asked him.

“Yes, I am in charge of this ship.” Ryo acknowledged.

The pilot bowed in deference. “My lord, our Regent has requested you, along with up to 9 members of your choosing to join her planet side for a welcoming banquet. How long do you require to be prepared, Sir?”

“Give us half an hour, and then we will travel to the planet with you.”

Ryo, Kalan, and eight of the primary bridge crew, all dressed in their finest, sat in the shuttle, secured in harnesses, as it jetted towards the surface. They were surprised as the ship felt like it accelerated upon hitting the atmosphere, but no sign of heat stress touched the hull, nor was there even a glow on the shields that must be surrounding them. The ship slipped through the thickening air at near-orbital velocity. Then suddenly slowed down, steadily, but not uncomfortably, until it was stopped, then it descended vertically to land beside a large building.

“Impressive piloting, a very smooth landing.” Kalan said to the pilot as the hatch opened.

“Thank you, Sir. If you would please exit the shuttle, the welcome party is waiting.”

The TGX crew stepped out of the shuttle and saw a small party standing on the outside of the docking cradle waiting for them. Foremost was a tall, regal-looking woman with slate-grey hair and piercing sky-blue eyes. As they approached, she stepped forward with hands outstretched, palms downwards. Ryo noted that the flanking guards also unlimbered their weapons, prepared to fire at the first sign of hostilities. This was not the time for brashness or poor judgment.

Ryo stepped forward and took both of the woman’s hands in his, then leaned forward and placed a gentle kiss upon each hand. “You must be Regent Desinlo, I am Commander Ryo Camelin, and this is my bridge crew.”

Lya Desinlo smiled at the greeting and the honour that was displayed towards her. “Thank you, Commander, you are welcome upon my humble world. It has been many cycles since another clan paid us attention. In fact, many hundreds of cycles since any Confederacy Clan has visited our world in peace.”

“Truth be told, Regent. I am here alone, the rest of the Confederacy and the Emperor do not know of this trip or meeting. I am doing this as leader of Clan Camelin. I wanted to make contact with your clan and see what remained? There were many rumours that the planet was a burnt-out husk of radiation.” Ryo said as the party began to walk towards a building not too far from the landing cradle.

Lya stopped and turned to face Ryo. “Five hundred cycles ago that nearly came to pass. When the Clans destroyed the corridor leading into Oxymax with antimatter mines. We allowed them to mine the Vortex pathway as we defended ourselves against the small fleet that attempted to bombard the planet from extreme range. We survived, despite the Confederacy’s efforts to the contrary.”

“Not the Confederacy, Regent. Independent Clan activities that the Confederacy did not condone,. However Clans Jasinlo and Kerilac have long since been absorbed into other Clans. They no longer exist independently.”

Lya frowned. “They still exist, Commander. The wave of projectiles you stopped is something that we deal with three times a cycle. I have less than a hundred thousand citizens left, and our shields will not stop the building radiation from the cobalt poisoning for much longer. My world is dying.”

“We can help you. Since your world was isolated we have learned much about the effects of Radiation. I am sure we can reverse or reduce the poisoning and make this world habitable again.” Kalen said.

“Thank you, Captain. If you can aid us, we shall certainly be forever in your debt. This world has much to offer, if we can only be given a chance. We do not want to end our days without seeing Clan Desinlo rejoin the Confederacy.” Lya said, flashing the Captain a warm smile, and entwining her arm around Ryo’s as they walked into the main hall for the Capitol.

Lya released Ryo’s arm and bade all the Officers sit while they prepared the banquet. She disappeared as assistants appeared, carrying glasses of fresh wine and drinks for the visitors.

Ryo noticed some of the officers seemed wary of the food and drink, and motioned for them to enjoy. “If they wanted to poison us, we’d be dead already.” He said, then drained his glass and placed it on the table.

The group got to their feet as Lya reappeared, followed by nine lovely members of the clan, all dressed in diaphanous flowing robes that indicated they were nearly nude underneath. Each of whom paired off with an Officer and remained at his or her side through the feasting.

They feasted, dishes that had not been tasted outside of Clanworld Sinlo for more than a thousand cycles were presented to the TGX bridge crew. Dancers flew through the air and entwined themselves on streamers of mist and sparkle during breaks between courses. Showing skill and ability that some had thought lost. Clan Desinlo had been the heart of acrobatic dance and it’s people had always excelled at zero-g manufacturing and mining.

With the final course served, an icy dish with sparkles of fire that melted the ice into a flavourful gooey dessert in front of the diners, Lya Desinlo stood and called for attention.

“We of the Clan Desinlo bid Clan Camelin welcome to our home, our world, and our system. For too long have we been away from the Confederacy. May this meal be the first of many, that can bridge the gap between us, and the rest of our peoples.”

Ryo had not failed to notice, that throughout the meal, his Officers had become a lot friendlier towards the companions than he had expected. He was feeling much the same way towards Lya, in fact, she seemed to almost glow when he looked at her, and he was feeling quite lusty, an emotion he did not generally succumb to. He also felt slightly light-headed, and thought that maybe he’d had too much of the wine.

Lya rose as he unsteadily got to his feet. “Come, Commander. I will show you to your room for the night. Your Officers have also been assigned quarters for the night, my Lord Ryo.” She purred as she guided him down to a corridor that branched off into a number of doors. She ushered him through one door, then closed it behind her as he saw a very comfortable looking bed.

Ryo went to the bed, then turned and was mildly surprised to see Lya still there. He was entranced as she walked up to him and kissed him passionately.

“I’ve never felt like this before.” He said as she swiftly unbuttoned his tunic and ran her hands over his bare chest. She laughed softly. “You’ve never been to Sinlo before. The very air is an aphrodisiac here, and we are very friendly towards our guests, my Commander.” She pushed him back onto the bed and Ryo fell backwards, now bare chested. Lya lifted her skirts and straddled him.

His hands went to her chest and he pulled the ties of her dress apart, exposing her firm breasts so that he could grip them with his hands. Ryo sat up and nuzzled Lya’s breasts, kissing each nipple, then lifting his face to hers, kissed her as she sighed into him.

“You are strong, my Commander. You protected my world, and protected my people.” She worked her hands to undo the fasteners on his pants, so he could become free, then gently stroked his length until he became fully erect.

With a deft series of movements, Lya swiftly removed her skirts so she sat naked astride him, letting his length gently rub against her nether lips.

“I am ovulating, Commander. On this night you will make a strong child with me.” She whispered as she firmly gripped him and then pressed down, allowing him to slide fully into her.

She brushed her breasts against his chest, letting her sensitive nipples drag along his skin, gasping at the sensation as he continued to push and thrust into her depths. Their lips met in passion-filled kisses as his hands stroked her back and went down to grip her buttocks so he could push harder and deeper into her body.

He felt the release coming, and pulled her hard against him as he began to fill her with his seed, kissing her hard as she joined him in passion, feeling him flowing into her, knowing that this would result in a child.

Ryo awoke with a start, then sat up. The room was dark, but not totally without light. There was lighting all around the walls, a dim glow, enough to see by. He felt movement beside him, and looked to see Regent Lya curled up, She raised her head sleepily to look at him.

“Did we...” He began, she smiled and pulled him down into a kiss.

“Yes, we did. It was wonderful, Ryo.” She whispered into his lips.

“I am not too sure what happened, Regent.” Ryo said, feeling very unsure of himself.

She laughed and wrapped her arms around him, pulling him back down and partially on top of her.

“You and I made love, Ryo Camelin. There is nothing to think beyond that. You saved my world, you protected my people. I have given you an appropriate warrior’s reward. You have also given me a gift.” She kissed him, then whispered in his ear, “I am now pregnant, and I thank you for that.”

Ryo raised himself on an arm and looked down at her, in the dim light she was still beautiful, the glow from earlier seemed to be gone, but she was still a lovely woman.

“How do you know for certain?” He asked.

Lya smiled. “When we knew you were coming down, I had myself and the other women injected with fertility medicine. We were fully fertile and ready when you were. All of us will be pregnant by the end of the night. Six strong children.”

Ryo furrowed his brow. “You tricked us?”

She laughed and kissed him. “Not at all, we rewarded you. A group of fighters, you saved us all. Willing partners to take into your beds and enjoy for the night, or however long you wish to remain here. As for us, I need fresh genes. I have less than a hundred thousand people here, Ryo. Your children will allow me to expand our gene pool slightly, even if you never return.”

He pulled her to him and kissed her firmly. “And what if we return, again and again?”

Lya snaked a hand down to where he was again rising with interest and began to stroke him to full erection.

“Then, my Lord Ryo Camelin, I am yours for the plundering, and the taking, as many times as you wish. Your desire is my acceptance. Use me, and allow me to please you.” She finished with a kiss as he rolled on top of her and slipped into her again.

Ryo woke gently, with warm sunlight pressing against his eyelids, and a warm body curled up against him. He roused gently, trying not to disturb Lya, but she woke with him, smiling at him and giving him a sleepy kiss as she stretched.

“Good morning to you, Sir.” She said.

“Good morning, Lady Lya. Did you sleep well?” he asked.

She laughed, a laugh that he was already entranced with and which would grow on him to enjoy hearing all the time. “I slept wonderfully. I am a bit sore, but with somebody like you in my bed, I am happy to be sore.”

They rose together, and Lya showed him how to use the refreshing pool off the bedroom. A luxurious thing Ryo had not experienced before. A deep pool that was filled with a thick oil-saturated water that immersed him as it cleaned him. Lya helped him to relax and then carefully bathed him, before allowing him to do the same to her, while she smiled at him with her mouth and eyes.

They wrapped in warm robes and dried off, then Ryo got dressed in his tunic while Lya remained in the robe. She smiled as he noticed that she was not getting dressed.

“We will have the morning meal with your Officers, Ryo. I think you will find they will be casual as well. Who knows, you may find your uniform too overdressed as the day progresses, anyway.” She laughed as they walked out of the bedroom and back to the main hall. Sitting down at the long table, Ryo noticed that some of the Officers were there, with their companions, most of them similarly dressed, or undressed. The hall was quite warm, so he did feel a bit overdressed, but, he was an Officer, and felt that the uniform was appropriate.

As they were about half-way through the meal, Captain Kalen came in, with his companion holding onto his arm, laughing at something he had just said. Ryo recalled her name was Jalena, and watched as they took their seats, then Kalen saluted his Commander.

“Good night, Captain?” Ryo asked, with a half-smile.

“Best night I’ve had in months, Commander. I must admit, I had reservations about coming here. But this place, these people, have made me completely change my view. Sinlo is a wonderful world.”

The other officers all agreed, and Ryo raised his glass in a toast. “To Regent Lya, Clan Desinlo of planet Sinlo. We came to make friends, I think we’ve made much more than that.”