3rd person POV:
With the Crescent forcers on Mercury being chased off the nation's territory, the crew of the S.S Dawn was focused on getting resources.
They got back up from Mercury, but no one good or willing enough to join the crew on their dangerous voyage.
Thanks to the partnership with Nexstar industries, that voyage was a little safer. They had fitted the S.S Dawn with superior defenses along with weaponry which it was lacking.
But to top all of that, both hangers were installed with a construction called a GD welder.
Which was a system of welders and 3D printer arms attached to the walls and ceiling of both hanger bays.
This GD welder allowed the crew of the S.S Dawn to make quick workshop level modifications and reapers to their Gears, along with the construction of new equipment if they had enough materials.
There were also other minor upgrades.
Everyone seemed happy with the work of Nexstar industries, except for Aibella who vigorously checked through everything the company she disliked gave her crew, just to make sure there wasn't any way for them to blow up the ship.
Everyone simply allowed her to do so, especially Yn who began enjoying a nice refreshing strawberry milkshake from the new milkshake vendor Nexstar industries installed.
Yn:(sips milkshake)
Aibella:(stares)
Yn:(gulp)
Yn: What? It's a cold refreshing drink with protein added in. Exactly what I need after piloting Solas.
Aibella: Tch, I know... I just hate that they gave it.
Yn: Why do you hate them? They seem pretty cool.
Aibella: I simply don't like the stuff they do in the shadows.
Yn: What did they do?
Aibella: It's none of your concern...
Yn:-
Cynthia:(P.A system) Yn, break time is over m, time to train.
Yn: Coming!
He runs off as Aibella finishes her sentence.
Aibella:...(mumbles) Yet.
Meanwhile, enjoying a nice warm hot chocolate beverage after her blizzard-like training was Luna.
With Uranus under Crescent control and having business at Mars, the masked madam prepared to head to the second habitable planet as soon as she chooses who will hold down the fort while away.
(Opening theme)
Deep in their voyage to Mars, the crew of the S.S Dawn was in a slow period where not much action was to be had.
This led the captain to perform many drills on her ship to make sure her crew's skills did not dull in these times of peace.
Seeing as his armor could take it, Jacklin had her second and third mate fire at Solas to train both them and Yn.
Yn:(coms) Come on, is that it? I thought you all were supposed to be trained?
After giving Cynthia a turn in her new Gear, Ryuka took it back to give the loud mouth Yn a taste of the Hot Shot's skills.
Yn:(coms) Don't hold back!
Cynthia: You heard him, Ryuka.
The first mate said as she entered the bridge.
As the sounds of Yn getting hit multiple times echoed through their coms, Cynthia stood beside Jacklin who sat in her Captain's chair.
Cynthia: Captain?
Jacklin: Yes?
Cynthia: Why did you have me pilot Chuma's Gear? It was made for her, seems somewhat wrong for me to use it.
Jacklin: It's to make sure you're not rusty when you get your Gear.
Cynthia: I'm afraid I don't follow.
Jacklin: You graduate top of your class at the Academy. Did you think I wouldn't arm you with a Gear?
Cynthia: Are you sure that's a good idea, Captain? You already two great pilots.
Jacklin: Of course. That boy is reliable but...
Jacklin: Direx is more of a joker or the wildcard. Powerful, but dangerous if not used correctly.
Jacklin: Chuma is the Queen. She is good, specifically at what she does but not the best.
Jacklin: You, however, are my ace. A natural pilot, that I know I can rely on to win in almost any situation.
Jacklin: Honestly, I don't know why you choose to be a first mate then a pilot.
Cynthia: I... have my reasons...
Cynthia: But as you said, I'm your first mate, are you sure you want me out on the field.
Jacklin: You'll be the leader on the battlefield. Taking charge of those two. Or would you rather stay safe here?
Jacklin: In which case, I can go-
Cynthia: No, I'll do it, Captain. Thank you for thinking so highly of me.
Jacklin: I think so highly because you are someone to think highly of. And I know Direx believes that as well.
A few days pass, and the crew managed to arrive at Earth to refuel and restock on supplies.
Upon doing so, they begin making their way to Mars, which was another multi-day wait to arrive.
Yn hung out on the bridge, waiting for something to do but, it seemed as if nothing would happen today or any day until they arrived on Mars.
Yn:(sigh)
Juliet: Bored?
Yn: Yeah... There's nothing to do...
Cynthia: If you're bored, then I have a mop, and floors need cleaning.
Yn: I want something exciting, not something to do.
Cynthia: No, you just want a reason to get hyped.
Yn: And you think mopping floors can do that?
Cynthia: I'm sure a good reward would do the trick.
Yn: Like what?
Cynthia: I'm sure we can find something...
(BEEP, BEEP, BEEP)
Everyone:?!
Alarms went off at an object moving fast, and straight towards them.
Jacklin: What's happening?
Ron: Something's coming at us, very quickly.
Using their cameras, not only did they see Mars but also a Gear.
(Lunar Gear: Lunas)
Yn: Wait a minute...(small grin) That's...
Aibella:(smiles) Lunas!
Aibella: That's the twin to Solas. If what Yn told us about his conversation with Luna had any merit.
The S.S Dawn then received a broadcast from the Gear.
Luna:(broadcast) Yn Direx, it is time we fought.
Yn: It's on!
Aibella: Hold on-
Dashing to the hanger to get his Gear, Cynthia turned to her Captain.
Aibella: And he's gone...ugh...
Cynthia: Are you sure we should let him battle her?
Jacklin: If it's true that Lunas and Solas are connected and they are similar, then he might be the only one that can fight her.
Jacklin: This is a good opportunity to learn more about Luna and her Gear.
Jacklin: Doctor Nexel, try to get as much data as you can from this battle.
Aibella: Yeah, alright... I'm on it...
Jacklin: Everyone else, stay on guard. Ron, have Ryuka on standby.
Ron: Roger.
TO BE CONTINUED...