The Return

[Aran Piett]

With his return to Dosuun, Aran was lucky to get back from the fight near Asmeru. Now would be time for of rest and relaxation. There was someone in particular Aran wanted to go see or hope made it back alive as well. It would be a warm welcome to see her again. Making sure he looked nice he made his way over to her apartment. Knocking on the door waiting hoping someone would answer. He didn't check the casualty list of who was injured, missing or dead so this would hopefully be a happy reunion for him. Though if no one answered he would no something was wrong and would have to make his way to where the casualty list was posted to check for her name.


[member="Sara Lee Jones"]

 

[Sara Lee Jones]

[member="Aran Piett"]

Sara had barely got back home, the latest fight had left her exhausted and she just got out of the refresher. She always enjoyed having that hot water after getting back and out of the god forsaken skin suits....sure they felt good but hours in one without a proper shower became irritating

She had just gotten dressed maybe half dressed at that when she heard a knock

one second!

She called quickly getting dressed as she opened the door and looked up at Aran and gave a big smile that listened to be formal

aran thank the supreme leader your alive

She said as she opened the door fully for him to come in

 

[Aran Piett]

"I could say the same about you, I didn't check the list so wasn't sure who came back or not."

Giving Sara a hug, and gives a smile while he embraces her. It didn't feel right for her not to be around when he was on the Subjugator, but since the Victory couldn't hold fighters she had to be stationed else where. Though now with the Accuser being complete it would be easier for them to keep tabs on the other. This would also less the emotional load for both since they would always be close together.

"You know I missed you while I was on the Subjugator."

[member="Sara Lee Jones"]

 

[Sara Lee Jones]

nah I'll always make it back only time you'd need to check is if you see my crew come back without me

She said as she hugged him and sighed out with a smile, it felt odd not being aboard the victory but it was what it was, her crew was needed else where and had perform to their best without losing many, in fact she hadn't lost any at all.

I did as well....kinda odd not having someone to talk to other then my crew

She said as she adjusted her hair a bit

 

[Aran Piett]

"They can't all be that bad."​

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Aran was musing with that but, understood what Sara meant. He didn't loose many forces either just some minor injuries from impacts of weapons. He couldn't complain about it. It was much different than the Kaeshanna incident, or the fight with the Ssi-Ruuvi, now those were fights he didn't want to relive again.​

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"So what are your plans for today?"​

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Not sure what he wanted to do, he would ask her what she had planned, maybe he would tag along. Though there was something on his mind he didn't want to show it or reveal it just yet.​

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[member="Sara Lee Jones"]​

 

[Sara Lee Jones]

[member="Aran Piett"]

some I wish weren't that bad but lately it seems so

She said as she gave a smile, truly the war had been picking up lately and with that more and more mission were being flown with bolt squadron being called upon more and more

I wasn't planning anything really, however guess I better enjoy the free time I got right? I also got a letter today saying I'm being moved again

She gave a smile as she gathered a few things

how about we go out to that restraunt

 

[Aran Piett]

"Moved? Where? As for the restaurant sounds good to me."​

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The fact she was moving hit Aran hard. He liked having her around and it was now maybe a better time to reveal what was on his mind rather than later. Though going about it might still be a bit a of a problem. A look of sadness washed over his face, cause he wasn't moving just his task force was being re tasked to the Mustafar hex, so he wouldn't see home for awhile but the Accuser was a second home to Aran.​

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[member="Sara Lee Jones"]​

 

[Sara Lee Jones]

yea some ship called the acuser supposed to be able to hold all my squadron plus even more!

She has somewhat forgotten that he had been in the process of getting the accuser, so she figured this was a new ship of someone else, however she saw his sadness as she was getting stuff and stopped as she walked up to him and looked at

aran what is wrong you look...sad
[member="Aran Piett"]

 

[Aran Piett]

"Oh nothing, and you aren't moving moving, you are being reassigned, alright there is nothing to worry about right now then."

He still was hiding some other things from Sara, and wasn't going to remind her that the Accuser was his new posting. Now he was feeling a bit better knowing it was just a reassignment, and on top of it they were going to spending more time together, so there was nothing needing to be done right now.

"Now where do you want to go for lunch?"

[member="Sara Lee Jones"]

 

[Sara Lee Jones]

[member="Aran Piett"]

A eyebrow raised, he was definitely acting strange a bit...she noticed it was around her he got like this...she gave a smile and nodded as she chuckle, she walked to the door and opened it leaving it open for him to leave then closing and locking it up

well I know a good place pretty cheap has some good drink um non alcoholic of course I know how you enjoy non alcoholic and rather you enjoy a drink as well

She said as she smiled, she felt warm around him safe...maybe it was beacaue he was a leader? No no...she had a idea but....no she couldn't say maybe when they were eating she would maybe...

 

[Aran Piett]

"Sounds good to me."​

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Aran just quietly nodded and followed Sara to where ever she wanted to go, though he knew she was one to partake in drinking at least she knew he didn't and was accepting of it. It was nice to have someone other than Maree who understood Aran's methods to life. Yet Maree was more like a little sister rather than what he felt for Sara, this feeling was different, and he knew it. Now if only he knew she felt the same, and even if she didn't having her as a friend was good enough for him.​

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[member="Sara Lee Jones"]​

 

[Sara Lee Jones]

[member="Aran Piett"]

She nodded to him As she walked with hin, the street was alive with people celebrating the latest victory. As she walked past the people she saw a few cheering a pilot on that had returned back and she couldn't help but smile

They arrived at the restraunt didn't seem real busy but the smell of the food was like home cooking that made your mouth water up and allure you in, they were guided to a seat and was handed two menus that had a list of different foods most being burgers and fries a long with fried fish, the drink had no alcohol at all probably a surprise to [member="Aran Piett"]

choose what ya want I'll pay

 

[Aran Piett]

"No way not this time, it's on me."​

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Aran couldn't stand to have Sara pay at least this time around, she paid the last time. So being the gentleman that he is, it would be his turn to pay. Aran wanted to make a good impression to Sara, to show he wasn't just some jerk. Though they were going to be working more together on the Accuser, Aran loved being with Sara outside of work, where they weren't military co-workers, they were friends, and to Aran hopefully more.​

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[member="Sara Lee Jones"]​

 

[Sara Lee Jones]

[member="Aran Piett"]

She gave a smile, he was definitely a gentleman, hard to believe when they first met he had told her it was true he executed insubordinate officers and crew. She gave a giggle to herself as she order her drink a nice little fruity drink nothing to strong for her...besodes she felt like something sweet rather then just the strong stuff she usually drank

Well I know what I'm gonna order the burgers here are pretty good so I'll get that

She said setting the menu down as she looked over at him, she caught herself staring and looked away

so uh what happened on your end of the battle sad to say I've not learned much

 

[Aran Piett]

"I'm still not sure what I want to order for food. As for the battle it was a crap shoot, it was one piece of chaos after another. Had to take command of the Subjugator again, though I love her so, still want to break in the Accuser."​

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Giving a slight chuckle, as he continued to look over the menu. Aran still hadn't gotten to command the Accuser in a standup fight, most were just, as he called them, bug hunts. A fight with the Ssi-Ruuvi here and a show of force there nothing to special. He yearned for a chance to show the galaxy what she really was capable of. Though alas Central Command hadn't given him the chance yet.​

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[member="Sara Lee Jones"]​

 

[Sara Lee Jones]

[member="Aran Piett"]

wouldn't mind finally getting on the accuser, I mean I've grown accustomed to the crew of the ship in on but you know having familiar faces around is better plus if its your same crew youve had should be a breeze

She said, she didn't wanna admit out right that having him there was a bonus as well...mostky becasue she'd feel embrassed to say so...despite that she was working up courage in her head revirimg lines to herself to get ready to finally tell him

Oh and if you can't decide try the sampler lots of food in small portions helps if you don't know what you want

 

[Aran Piett]

"I think I'll just go with some nachos, I am kind of feeling something like that all of a sudden."​

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Handing the menu to the waitress, and giving a smile.​

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"Well I believe you only met my Executive Officer that one time you were on, but now the positions are starting to fill up, we have a squadron leader for the T-70s that were captured earlier in the month. The weapons' officer has arrived as well. Also our Stormtrooper detachment commander. So there will be new faces for you to meet as well."​

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It was true, thanks to the successful capture of the Mustafar sector, Aran's new command was able to procure some T-70 X-Wings, Also with the formation of Task Force 191 he was able to get some locations to some older ships that would be refitted to current standards to use as picket ships. All he needed to do now is get things underway to get them.​

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[member="Sara Lee Jones"]​

 

[Sara Lee Jones]

[member="Aran Piett"]

you know I have not had the nachos from here should be interesting to uhh borrow a few chips to try

She said as she looked at him and winked with a smile as the waitress left to place the orders

hahaha it does sound like I'll be meeting plenty of new faces. Also t70?! Man I gotta get my hands on one of those I heard their pretty nimble but pack a punch.

She said clearly excited on hearing that, but also excited to be able to get back on the ship yet again. She took a minute and gathered herself, now she was excited and felt brave

Hey uh...aran...can I tell you something

 

[Aran Piett]

"Sure you can tell me anything."​

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Aran's face got a bit of a serious look over it. As he was unsure what was going on now, and a bit worried. Sitting quietly but thoughts flowing through his mind as there were many reasons she wanted to talk to him. Unsure of all the possibilities, yet somewhat at ease.​

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"I'm your friend, or well I hope I am, not to mention future commanding officer, so by all mean talk to me. That is what I'm here for."​

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[member="Sara Lee Jones"]​

 

[Sara Lee Jones]

[member="Aran Piett"]

She gave a smile, his words were reassuring as to what she wanted to say, she sat up straight and cleared her throat as she smiled

you are my commanding officer least you have been each time we've worked together, but the friend part well...ive enjoyed being your friend and being with you be it work or just like right now...aran...i...well...simce we've began talking and such I have fallen for you...and I wanted to see if the feeling was mutual so then if so...maybe we can be more then friends

She said and waited finally getting that off her shoulders and mind