Caught off guard

I lay in a quiet corner. The pain was bad. I guess it was better than it could have been. I have been taking the meds as directed. But... I am still cramping with twinges and some blood. I know I do not have much time. Meela does not have much time. *worry* Soon... very soon... She will be removed from me and placed into incubation.

I summoned up some reserve strength and headed out of the temple. I have to see it. I have to see the incubation facility. See it for myself, on my own terms. I walked past someone, but never noted who as I mounted my swoop and sped to Avios' house where the lab was. A squad of stormtroopers tried to stop me along the way, but i plowed right through them and went into the safety of he house. I marched past a startled guard. *who is HE? and what is he doing here... a... Trandoshan?!?* I walked down the stairs into the basement. I walked partway into the room... and stopped. A Zabrak woman turned to face me. I froze. She was a doctor. I stood stunned. I looked at the incubation unit... then her. I was not prepared at all for anyone being there. I though the place was empty. I could not move.

Someone tapped me on the shoulder. I spun to face him. Avios. He took a few steps back. Why are so many people here? I just want to see this alone!!! My breath came short and fast. I felt... numb. I stepped out of the room and leaned on the wall a moment. My thoughts reeled. Flight took me. I bolted up the stairs... out the door... to the temple. On the temple roof, I collapsed against the wall on my knees, wracked by sobs.

*I have to pull myself together. I have to be focused and help Deomo.*

Brem walked softly across the roof and knelt down beside me. I turned. I quietly put his arms around me and let me cry on his shoulder. Oh how our roles are changed. Nw he supports and comforts me. He is a dear dear friend. He wiped my tears and comforted me. He has confidence that all will turn out fine. It felt wonderful for someone, anyone to say that... that it will be ... ok.

We sat and talked a bit to help calm me. He told me of his training and new professions. How he gave up pikeman certification and regretted it. But also how he loves his job as a tailor. It is wonderful to see him so happy. He found a guild hall and placed it on Dantooine. He just can't agree on a name. He described what he wanted his guild to be like. It sounded like... Muintir... family. I suggested that to him as a name.

I felt much better after talking with Brem.

I resolved to ask to see the facility alone later. But right now, I need to contact Deomo and see if I can get him trained. We are running out of time.

Then, then I will see the specialist.