A Desert Predator in Scarlet Company (Closed)

by **The Scarlet Eagle** » Sun May 19, 2019 5:48 am

"The Admiral may have been right, replies Anaximander to Lahia, but he said that in the 17th century, where sailors were living among rats, and many were plagued by the scorbut. So having an Admiral reflecting that, in the 21st century, seems a bit outdated, adds the Emperor with a playful smirk.
As for Damir, he continues as he turns to the Prince, I'm willing to bet this spot was caused by the disinfectant. As for him being Police, a wise man by the name of Ice Cube once said: Fuck the Police coming straight from the Underground", causinghis wife and his friends to chuckle a bit at the old meme joke.
"To answer your question, Fara, continues Anna, the punishment for such a collar in the Empire depends of your branch of service. If you're in the Army, Air Force Navy, or Coast Guard, you'll end up most likely with a "Fix me that collar already" from the person inspecting you, as well as fifty push ups later, and maybe some additional chores. In the Marine Corps, you'll end up with your Drill Instructor shouting very loudly in your face, that is if you're still a recruit in Boot Camp, or from your Commanding Officer later on, as well as many other things to do. Push ups, pull ups, cleaning chores, etc, on a bigger level than the aforementioned.
And finally, when it comes to the Imperial Guard, it's a bit particular. Usually, it's the same as in the Marines, but with chores lasting for a longer period of time, but since Anax and I have been in power, we have implemented a new policy, and that is to make the faulty Guard do something he hates the most.
-For example, we once had a squad watch all three episodes of Boku no Pico, says Anax. To put it simply, it's a pedopornographical anime. Me and the guys watched it when we were teens as a joke, and it left us scarred for life. It's basically the worst of what the Japanese anime industry can do. Well, that and Euphoria.
Anyway, concerning you Fara, I'm tempted to have you listen to a Hardbass song , in its enterity. That is, unless someone has a better idea? he asks as he sweeps his gaze on the Alphas.
-Permission to speak General? suddenly asks Norman Whitaker, Alpha 1-2.
-Permission granted, Major Whitaker, replies the Emperor with a nod.
-I would like for the Princess to imitate for us how you are depicted at the Court of the Palace of the Ruby Hall, since I'm sure it must be a pleasant subject for Ilkhan Dardan's courtiers to laugh at.
-Well, good idea Norman, says Anna with a smile to her friend. So, Fara, care to enlighten us? she asks to the Princess.

by **Kyrenaia** » Sun May 19, 2019 7:20 am

The Scarlet Eagle wrote:"The Admiral may have been right, replies Anaximander to Lahia, but he said that in the 17th century, where sailors were living among rats, and many were plagued by the scorbut. So having an Admiral reflecting that, in the 21st century, seems a bit outdated, adds the Emperor with a playful smirk.
As for Damir, he continues as he turns to the Prince, I'm willing to bet this spot was caused by the disinfectant. As for him being Police, a wise man by the name of Ice Cube once said: Fuck the Police coming straight from the Underground", causinghis wife and his friends to chuckle a bit at the old meme joke.
"To answer your question, Fara, continues Anna, the punishment for such a collar in the Empire depends of your branch of service. If you're in the Army, Air Force Navy, or Coast Guard, you'll end up most likely with a "Fix me that collar already" from the person inspecting you, as well as fifty push ups later, and maybe some additional chores. In the Marine Corps, you'll end up with your Drill Instructor shouting very loudly in your face, that is if you're still a recruit in Boot Camp, or from your Commanding Officer later on, as well as many other things to do. Push ups, pull ups, cleaning chores, etc, on a bigger level than the aforementioned.
And finally, when it comes to the Imperial Guard, it's a bit particular. Usually, it's the same as in the Marines, but with chores lasting for a longer period of time, but since Anax and I have been in power, we have implemented a new policy, and that is to make the faulty Guard do something he hates the most.
-For example, we once had a squad watch all three episodes of Boku no Pico, says Anax. To put it simply, it's a pedopornographical anime. Me and the guys watched it when we were teens as a joke, and it left us scarred for life. It's basically the worst of what the Japanese anime industry can do. Well, that and Euphoria.
Anyway, concerning you Fara, I'm tempted to have you listen to a Hardbass song , in its enterity. That is, unless someone has a better idea? he asks as he sweeps his gaze on the Alphas.
-Permission to speak General? suddenly asks Norman Whitaker, Alpha 1-2.
-Permission granted, Major Whitaker, replies the Emperor with a nod.
-I would like for the Princess to imitate for us how you are depicted at the Court of the Palace of the Ruby Hall, since I'm sure it must be a pleasant subject for Ilkhan Dardan's courtiers to laugh at.
-Well, good idea Norman, says Anna with a smile to her friend. So, Fara, care to enlighten us? she asks to the Princess.

Gallery.
Lahia chuckled at the Fuck the Police joke, although I saw in his eyes, that he did not understand the reference. I did neither. Still, he grinned as he went down for the pushups.
"Indeed, it might seem a bit outdated.", he began to speak and do his pushups, "The thing is, however, what he means: Sailors and their officers share the same hardships, the only difference being the dress... back in those days, indeed a difference." He continued his excercise, although I knew, that he had done his exercises earlier today already, together with the other soldiers. In any case, he continued: "What it also means is, that sailors and officers share the same punishment, with the officers, as they have to be the role models for their soldiers, being punished extra hard."
Dad nodded and passed his own coat to Tara, jacket following as he, too, began push-ups. His shoes had been dirty, whatever the excuse was, it did not change the fact.
Fara nodded as they explained the punishment, but at the proposal of the Major, she had to wince, I saw in her eyes, that she was uncomfortable.
"Sir, I must apologize, but I do not see, how I could follow that order.", she said and assumed position of attention, "The reason for that being, that none of the Ilkhan's Courts have Court Jesters and that we do not imitate foreign heads of state for fun or satirism. At least, that's not, how we do it?"
She looked to me.
I shook my head. "We don't do something like that either.", I confirmed.
"So, I'm afraid, that it has to be the Hardbass Song, Your Imperial Majesty.", she added,

by **The Scarlet Eagle** » Sun May 19, 2019 8:15 am

"Indeed, replies Anaximander to Lahia, officers has to be punished extra hard if the men under their command fuck up, but not too much, since nobody can't afford to lose an officer who you take way more time and ressources to train, compared to an mere private."

"Meh, that does not convince me much, Sergeant bint-Dardan, replies Norman as he crosses his arms, the blonde man blowing a strand of hair out of his eyes.
-Me neither, adds Anna Judging by the Princess's reaction, it seems something is fishy. Seems you didn't remember what was written on the entry's ceiling, Fara, adds the Empress for good measure.
-If I may share an idea, says Dorothy Whitaker, Norman's wife, as she pushes a strand of ginger hair behind her right ear, we just have to make her swear on the honor of the Lioness that what she just said is true. And besides, this is a case that applies to Anax's truth therapy, no?
-I agree, answers the Emperor. So, Fara, can you swear that this is the truth? If so, raise your right hand and say it."

by **Kyrenaia** » Mon May 20, 2019 1:48 am

Gallery.
Alright, people, tone it down a bit. This was getting a bit insulting and I felt myself drawing in air, as did Fara, to tell them exactly that, but we were preempted by Admiral Lahia.
By now, his and Dad's push-upping had found not only an additional participant, Admiral Lahia's aide-de-camp, who was quite buff as well, but which had evolved into a contest between the three men, one, which they were quite enjoying, by the looks of it.
In any case: "Princess Fara, may I ask you to sit on my back for a bit?", the flag officer asked in Kyrenaian.
Deciding, that following the request of a Commanding Admiral of her own armed forces was better then getting insulted by the Imperials, Fara nodded. "Sure."
Not to be outdone, Dad looked at me. "Aurelia, can you...?"
I nodded before he had finished the sentence, sitting on my father's back like it was the most magnificent throne, grinning at Fara, who showed all the dignity and poise of a Princess of the Ilkhanate of Megido, as her throne moved up and down as well.
Both men grinned, continued undaunted, and looked to the aide-de-camp of Lahia.
The younger man looked to our handmaidens and grinned: "Volunteers, please step forward!"
Tara, Dad's Handmaiden, smiled and stepped forward, sitting on the younger man's back, forming a sort-of conversation circle. She tried to imitate Fara's poise and while there was certainly a lot of grace in it, one saw, that she was rather new to it.
"I could get used to this!", the experienced woman said with a smile, which got us giggling.
Then, Murad decided to up the ante and handed his poleaxe to Saida before he, too, began push-ups - in full lamellar.
"Shall I...?", Sarina asked with a small smile, Murad nodded and a moment later, my own Handmaiden was sitting on her own throne.
The four girls, which we were, grinned as our mounts went up and down and up again and were in fierce contest. That this was punishment for a tardy uniform was forgotten by now and to be honest, this was way more fun like this.
"You know, if I was still a Sergeant and this was an actual military punishment, I would get reprimanded for excessive harshness.", Fara told us, "If I were in charge, of course, unless I participated. I think, it's similar with you, Aurelia?"
"Nope.", I said, "I participate in punishments, because that such things happened is my fault as well. It was my training, which lacked and misbehaviour is thus my fault as well." They had reached and overcome the fifty push-ups by now. "Though this reminds me a lot of Atif and his lads."
"Oh, the TBA-lads still do stuff like this?", Fara asked and giggled, "Boys in puberty never change, do they?" She suddenly yelped as her throne had something in store for her, namely a hand, Lahia upping the contest by one by now making his push-ups on one arm, grinning at Dad, his aide-de-camp and Murad, who all followed suit in a few moments. "Then again..."
"Yeah, for some, puberty never ends...", I agreed and Tara nodded, "It's not only boys, though."
Tara nodded. "You should sometimes not see the Tabardariyya-Barracks, if we all decide to get serious. And that means boys and girls.", she said, "We do match them tit for tit, whenever we can... which is always."
"And you look awesome doing it.", Fara complimented the oldest Handmaiden present, who bowed her head slightly with a smile. "I was not chosen for the Tribute, so I have no idea as to how difficult the job is, but I imagine, that it is quite hard."
Tara shrugged. "The training is the hardest part, I believe, but once you have it down, it's a good job and a fun one, too.", she said and smiled. "Though I imagine, that it is similar to how easy or hard it is to be a Sergeant."
Fara nodded. "Indeed, that sounds familiar.", she said and there was a short lull in the conversation, "Say, has anyone of you watched Footvolley as of late? Anyone with any results?"
"Utica still leads the table.", the aide-de-camp reported while doing push-ups with a Handmaiden on the back, "Though Sabratha and Ruspina are closely behind. Arados leads on the women's league without any real competition."
"And you only follow the women's league due to sportive interest.", Sarina joked, which got us four 'riders' giggling and the aide-de-camp smiling in the typical 'Well, ya got me!'-way. It was no problem, really.
"I would not like Arados' Team, if I wasn't into strong women!", he said to general grins.

by **The Scarlet Eagle** » Mon May 20, 2019 7:38 am

Seeing as how the Kyrenaians have chosen to ignore them, Anaximander turns to his men.
"Well, seems like she was telling the truth after all, says Norman to his friend in French.
-Indeed, but I won't stand being insulted in my own home, replies the Emperor in the same language as he crosses his arms. Come on people, let's move.
When you'll be finished having fun, meet us at the end of the gallery, he adds in English to the Kyrenaians. In the meantime, the crew and I have to make a stop by the pee room."
And so, Anaximander, Anna, followed by the Alphas, leave the Kyrenaianss to their shenanigans, as they start walking down the gallery towards the double doors, while Phillip starts singing the chorus of The Final Solution by Sabaton, soon joined by the rest of the group.

When freedom burns, The final solution, Dreams fade away and all hope turns to dust
When millions burn, The curtain has fallen, Lost to the world as they perish in flames

by **Kyrenaia** » Mon May 20, 2019 8:05 am

Gallery.
I waved after them, still sitting on my Dad's back, when they retreated, smiling: "Sure, have fun!"
Fara waved as well, pointedly politely smiling.
Oh, someone was pissed and if Anax thought, that he was the only one, he was quite mistaken. His home or not, one did not insult guests, especially not diplomatic guests, and if his troupe of clowns could not behave in the presence of guests of state, then they should not be let near.
Friends or not.
We did not mind them leaving us alone. The men were continuing their dick-measuring contest, switching hands and we continued by chatting about Footvolley and sports and all sorts of things, surely for around the quarter of an hour, before... Admiral Lahia's aide-de-camp called it quits, asking Tara to rise before he, himself rose and bowed. "I must admit to my loss, Sirs.", he said and took a bottle of water from Saida with a smile. "Thank you, Ma'am."
She nodded in appreciation of the gratitude.
With that, the other three called it quits as well, taking bottles of water as well. As they caught their breaths, we stood around and Dad was obviously thinking.
"Gil for your thoughts?", I asked with a small smile.
"Not that much, might be seen as an attempt at bribing me.", he replied with a snort. "No, you get it for free, Aurelia... so, a piece of hypocracy: When outside, they behave like teenagers away from home, but when others behave a bit laxer behind the scenes, they flip their shit. Hypocracy at its finest."
"Not to mention that they talk about insulting others in the own home, when they did the very same in ours.", I added and Dad nodded, "And not to mention, that they insult us here, too."
Fara nodded.
"So... Sergeant.", Dad looked to Bey, who nodded, "Prepare for Case Three and have them prepare Pack Nine and bring it to us."
The Sergeant nodded and went to radio his orders - codes. It was unlikely, that any Imperial listener would understand, what would happen now as our escorts and Handmaidens jumped to work.
No one should worry, though, everyone would survive.

by **The Scarlet Eagle** » Mon May 20, 2019 9:05 am

As the Kyrenaians are talking among themselves, Lance Corporal Haven (the one who had not waxed his shoes correctly), his shoes now waxed, approaches them timidly, his M14 rifle slung over his shoulder.
"Pardon me, dear guests, but if you need to find their Imperial Majesties, they are waiting at the end of the Gallery, behind the double doors, he says as he points to said doors, which the group had already passed prior.

by **Kyrenaia** » Mon May 20, 2019 9:28 am

The Scarlet Eagle wrote:As the Kyrenaians are talking among themselves, Lance Corporal Haven (the one who had not waxed his shoes correctly), his shoes now waxed, approaches them timidly, his M14 rifle slung over his shoulder.
"Pardon me, dear guests, but if you need to find their Imperial Majesties, they are waiting at the end of the Gallery, behind the double doors, he says as he points to said doors, which the group had already passed prior.

Hallway.
I smiled at the young man and nodded.
"Thank you, Corporal.", I said, "We will, once the gentlemen have caught their breaths and we all had something to drink. As you can imagine, staying hydrated is quite important for us."
I nodded to Sarina, who produced another bottle, handed it to the young man.
"Would you like to join us for a few moments before you go off waxing shoes?", I offered politely.

by **The Scarlet Eagle** » Mon May 20, 2019 10:02 am

"Thank you kindly Princess, replies Haven , although I've just drank, so I'll be okay. As for the shoes, they're already waxed. Indeed, staying hydrated must be important, especially under your climate.
Speaking of which, I'm curious, but how do the Tabardariyya recruits its members? And also, for how long do you stand around before you are relieved?"

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