07-29-2016, 04:52 PM
Michael completed the task assigned to him as promised. Yet an unease stalked Nikolai whenever he thought of the man, as though he might betray him any day. It never happened. Instead, Michael presented a group of probably the best trained men in the world to be his agents of change across the CCD. Unfortunately, only a couple were suited to go on and train others.
Also unfortunately, he was unable to attend in person today. It had been one of his top priorities- to cultivate the loyalty of these men by praising their efforts and success in person. However, only one other thing could have taken precedence and it happened to unfold today.
"Gentlemen,"
he spoke through the Holo screen that projected his life-sized image before them.
"You are truly an exceptional group. Your talents and bravery are remarkable, and I commend you for your endurance. I understand this training was demanding and fast paced, however I did it for the good of the world. In the coming days I will spend time with each of you, but today I ask you to begin your service by taking a presence among the crowd in the Red Square. Commander Vellas will continue to serve as your main contact in the government."
His image looked from man to man, weighing and measuring each. They learned in months what took him years. It really was remarkable. Of course if it hadn't been for Nikolai, none of them would be here now.
"To practical matters. Working in my service is lucrative. To the government you are classified as my employees, and will draw a healthy salary and lifestyle. However, we all know the deeper truth. You are like my children. And I love you for it."
He looked briefly at Michael before taking his farewell.
Also unfortunately, he was unable to attend in person today. It had been one of his top priorities- to cultivate the loyalty of these men by praising their efforts and success in person. However, only one other thing could have taken precedence and it happened to unfold today.
"Gentlemen,"
he spoke through the Holo screen that projected his life-sized image before them.
"You are truly an exceptional group. Your talents and bravery are remarkable, and I commend you for your endurance. I understand this training was demanding and fast paced, however I did it for the good of the world. In the coming days I will spend time with each of you, but today I ask you to begin your service by taking a presence among the crowd in the Red Square. Commander Vellas will continue to serve as your main contact in the government."
His image looked from man to man, weighing and measuring each. They learned in months what took him years. It really was remarkable. Of course if it hadn't been for Nikolai, none of them would be here now.
"To practical matters. Working in my service is lucrative. To the government you are classified as my employees, and will draw a healthy salary and lifestyle. However, we all know the deeper truth. You are like my children. And I love you for it."
He looked briefly at Michael before taking his farewell.