BLACK WOLF
STARDATE 11.23.21
YESTERDAY GALAXY
“RRRRRRRRRRRRAAAAAHHHHHHHHHOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!”
Captain Lupinus transformed into a large Black Werewolf, partially tearing his grey Commonwealth uniform. His chest heaved like a fiery volcano. Razor sharp claws extended where his hands used to be. Even the Bridge Crew, who had seen his change many times before, was shocked.
“INDOMITUS, YOU’RE GOING TO PAY FOR EVERYONE YOU KILLED!!” Talbot howled. His yellow eyes bulged from their sockets. Captain Lupinus thought of all the people who had died aboard the Magisterium, Grex, Insecta, and Sidhe vessels. They gave their lives for THE OPPOSITION.
Beloved, calm yourself! Mother Bethany said, speaking directly into Talbot’s thoughts. We cannot exploit this version of INDOMITUS without the coordinated actions of an entire fleet. We have to give up this area of space to INDOMITUS and regroup at Sigma Four where the Commonwealth Fleet New Dawn is gathering. INDOMITUS is purposely trying to trigger your emotions. Remember, INDOMITUS is now well versed in Psychological Warfare!
Mother Bethany spoke mentally to Eleanor, the Black Wolf’s Inertian Navigator. Elly, get us out of here, maximum warp! Set a course for Sigma Four. We’ll regroup with the New Dawn there.
Morduug, the Blind Gazer serving as Science Officer, contacted Mother Bethany with his thoughts. I was able to gather a substantial amount of information on this INDOMITUS, Mother Bethany. I will study it carefully. Hopefully, it will reveal further weaknesses in this incarnation of INDOMITUS.
Captain Lupinus calmed down and transformed into his human form once again. He sat down in his command chair, taking deep breaths. A colorful Butterfly landed on his shoulder. It was ANIMUS, the Changeling who was his Spiritual Advisor and Personal Guard. Changelings could take any form except humanoid.
“Don’t worry, Talbot. There will be justice for the fallen. INDOMITUS may be a near unstoppable force, but nothing can conquer what is Right and True in life!”
Captain Lupinus turned to Chrysanthemum, his Chloris Communications Officer. “Mum, send a subspace message on a coded channel to Sigma Four. Alert the New Dawn Fleet of our estimated arrival time. Keep me informed of any responses or messages from other fleets engaging INDOMITUS.”
Captain Lupinus gazed at his First Officer. Mother Bethany was his true love. She was beautiful as she ran the Bridge while he recomposed himself. Her long red hair danced by her shoulders as she moved about. Her deep blue eyes were firm and confident. She was radiant. The Saint of Vadica wore her traditional all-white robe. Talbot projected his thoughts for her to hear.
You are my strength. You are my fortress. You shine your light into my darkness. You tame the beast inside of me. You remind me what it means to be human. I love you with all my heart.
Mother Bethany turned and stared at Talbot with loving eyes from across the room. She smiled.
I WILL ALWAYS BE A PART OF YOU, MY LOVE. WE ARE TWO HALVES OF THE SAME WHOLE.
