[Halo] New! San Angeles RPG

[Hells Sniper]

Harrison looked at Nighthawk, staring him down as he shook his head. Harrison: Do you think I care what you have to say in this matter? As far as I'm concerned, you're opinion here has no authority on these discussions at the moment because you are not military. Nighthawk, do you wanna know why I don't care? Because I don't like people like you. Harrison stepped away from the holotable and towards Nighthawk. Harrison: I don't like when people like you destroy everything people like me have worked for. I don't like when people like you decide to kill innocents because it fits your own goals. I don't like when people like you decide what is and isn't best for others. I don't like when people like you get to waltz around. But you want to know what I don't like even more? Harrison took another step, getting up close and personal with Nighthawk. Harrison: You, Nighthawk. I don't like you at all. And I will not have you lecture me, I will not have you do anything of the sort, because I do not care. Harrison paused. Harrison: So, if you'd like to keep up that snarky attitude of yours, I suggest you stop talking.

[Naked Crook]

Nighthawk: The nice thing of not being in the military, is that I don't have to listen to you either. I don't have to give a rats ass about anything you say. Unlike the uniformed folk, I can tell you to go and fuck yourself when I don't like your tone. Nighthawk paused, as he got right in Harrison's face. Nighthawk: Do you think I give a damn that you don't like me? There are a lot of people that don't like me. I don't care if you like me or not. As far as I am concerned, San Angeles may be your mission, but The Trust is my mission, and right now, you are partaking in my mission. So, buddy...let me spell it out for you... Nighthawk paused again. Nighthawk: You better start caring about what I have to say, because you are on my turf, interloping in my mission, getting in my way, and slowing me down. Nighthawk's tone became very aggressive. Nighthawk: You don't have what it takes to fight The Trust, let alone stop them. You need me more than you care to admit. You need someone like me to make the hard choices that you are too afraid to make, to do the things that you cannot bring yourself to do. We would not be standing here if it was not for me. I was ready to melt a man's grey matter into paste in order to get use here. I doubt you would have the stomach to do that. Nighthawk began to laugh. Nighthawk: Just like I doubt a lot of things about you... Nighthawk paused. Nighthawk: Just kike I doubt a lot of things about that piece of shit sitting in the brig of The King Raven. Nighthawk paused once more, as he cracked his knuckles. Nighthawk: I am going to enjoy hanging that motherfucker by his feet, and using him like a punching bag. Hell...he may even make a pretty good meal for Anaconda. Nighthawk turned to face Anaconda. Nighthawk: What do you think, big guy? Medium Rare? Anaconda: I prefer bloody... Nighthawk turned back to Harrison. Nighthawk: Well, there you have it. It looks like I will need a pair of brass knuckles.

[Hells Sniper]

Harrison took a deep breath. He realized that talking to Nighthawk was the equivalent of talking to a very stupid ape, they didn't care about what you had to say, they only cared about themselves. And they didn't bother to listen to anything you had to say. Harrison didn't want this to continue, he didn't want to continue working with Nighthawk. And he didn't want Nighthawk to continue to berate Jacob, but he still had a mission, he still had San Angeles. Harrison: But that is the problem with you, Nighthawk. You don't see San Angeles as a mission because you don't care about the people here. The Trust became my mission the moment they started to stop me from doing my primary objective, so if anything, both you and the Trust are getting in my way. Harrison looked down at Nighthawk as he spoke, staring into the visor. Harrison: You claim we would not be standing here if it wasn't for you? Correct me if I'm wrong, but Captain Frost found the cooridinates to this ship. Correct me if I'm wrong, but our marines fought their way through this ship. Harrison shook his head. Harrison: You are a monster, Nighthawk. It is as clear and cut as crystal, you are a disgrace to humanity. Harrison pushed Nighthawk away from, forcing him to stumble a bit. Harrison knew he was pushing buttons. Harrison: You want to stop the Trust? You need my help, that is a fact, whether you like it or not.

[Naked Crook]

Nighthawk: A fact, you say? Nighthawk paused. Nighthawk: Admiral...which one of us has Jacob's intel? Which one of us HAS NOT yet finished data mining that PDA? Which one of us can CHOOSE not to send the other the necessary data? Right now, I don't need you...and it is clear that you do not want me around. Nighthawk stepped back. Nighthawk: Think long and hard about what have just said to me. When you are ready to re-evaluate your opinions, contact me. Captain Frost has my communication frequency. If you ask REALLY nice...ONI will give it to you. Nighthawk turned to Anaconda, and gestured his head, walking towards the exit. Nighthawk: Come on, Big Guy, we're done here. Anaconda grunted, and growled at Harrison, and snapped his jaw at him, as he walked by. However, Nighthawk stopped before he actually stepped off the bridge. He turned to Harrison, and made one final remark. Nighthawk: I know what you are thinking Harrison, and I am going to say "don't do it". If you really want to see what kind of monster I am...all you have to do is order your Marines to try and stop me from leaving. You have put me in the mood for a firefight...so please... Nighthawk reached onto his back, and grabbed his shotgun. He cocked the weapon, and put it into a ready state. Nighthawk: Humor me... Nighthawk gave an impromptu salute, as he turned away. Nighthawk: I dare you...

[Hells Sniper]

Harrison clenched his fists as Nighthawk spoke, he didn't turn around, he didn't move, he simply stood where he was and waited. He waited until he heard Nighthawk and Anaconda enter the elevator. He waited until he heard the elevator doors close. He waited until he heard the elevator move. And he still waited. A few minutes passed before anyone spoke, and that is when he slammed his officer's hat on the holotable. Harrison: And that is why he is a risk! That is why we do not work with him! Harrison began to look at the crew surrounding him, glancing at Reynolds, Burke, Cameron, Frost, and lastly Tye. Harrison: You five are going to listen to me and you are going to listen very carefully. Because I am not going to repeat myself one more time. Because I am not going to allow that monster- Harrison pointed to the elevator doors. -to decide our next fucking move! Harrison sighed as he grabbed his hat and placed it back on his head, recomposing himself. Harrison: My priority, our priority is still the evacuation of every single civilian on that planet. Until that is done, we have not done a single thing worth to celebrate. And until we can find out where the Trust is, that is our main goal. Harrison stared at Captain Frost. Harrison spoke sternly, but had a very commanding tone. He was finished being the Admiral, and not leading the Operations. He was giving the orders, end of story. Harrison: Speaking of the Trust, I do not care what you have to say to that monster, but you will get me what is on that PDA. You will get me that information, even if you have to say I crawled on the floor begging forgiveness. You will get it, end of story, and you want to know why? Because from this moment onward you are relieved of your command from the King Raven and you will report to me, on the Vigorous Inferno. You will not leave my side until I get that data. Once I do, then we can talk about getting your command back. Harrison smirked and looked at Burke. Harrison: Now! Since the King Raven is in need of a new CO, Commander Burke, you will be taking over those duties. Congratulations. Harrison was about to turn before he glanced at Burke once more. Harrison: And before you mention you're a doctor, not a commander, I've seen your dossier, you're more than qualified. Harrison looked at Tye. Harrison: Commander Vernette, you will be in charge of making sure this ship doesn't move an inch. You will make sure that Nighthawk and Anaconda stay off of this ship and you will make sure that the marines on board here now what they are doing. You will also file a full report, for my eyes only, talking about your involvement in The Trust. Harrison looked at Reynolds. Harrison: Captain, I want your people in charge of rescue operations. Until we figure out where we need to hit the Trust next, we continue to evacuate civilians because contrary to what everyone else may believe about the Covenant, they are still a threat and San Angeles is still a warzone. Harrison turned to Cameron. Harrison: Cameron, you are going to take Strike Team Diamond, head to the King Raven, and transfer Jacob Sharpmen to the Vigorous Inferno immediately. Harrison raised his finger and spoke very carefully. Harrison: And if a single one of you mention that I am breaking an ONI regulation or rule, or that I am not allowed to do this, or even that I am doing more than what my power calls for, then I want you to understand something very simple. Harrison leaned on the holotable and stared at them all. Harrison: The moment we start taking orders from a terrorist and his pet ape is the moment we have lost. And if that's not enough for you, look up UNSC Regulation Striking Home, section six, paragraph four. It'll explain that in dire situations, the highest-ranking official of either ONI or UNSC rank, has full command. Harrison leaned back and straightened himself. Harrison: Well this is a dire situation, and I'm the commanding officer. Do I make myself clear? The bridge was silent. Harrison raised his voice. Harrison: I said, Do I make myself clear?

[Naked Crook]

Burke looked at Jennifer with surprise. He was curious how she was going to respond to what Harrison just did. Jennifer, on the other hand, kept her composure. Jennifer: Very well sir I will see about getting the data from Nighthawk. It should not be that difficult for me to get it. I should not have to resort to making claims on your behalf. I have a somewhat decent working rapport with Nighthawk, and I am sure that I can make him come around. Burke nodded. He had to admire how well Jennifer had taken what had just happened. He had to admit, it was a refreshing change of pace from what he was normally used to on The King Raven. Tyber: I will also file a report on my prior Trust activities. Though, I would recommend reading it on an empty stomach. Cameron: I will deal with Captain Sharpmen right away.. Burke stepped forward. Burke: And I will make sure this all gets done in a timely fashion. Burke paused. Burke: If that is all, sir, we would like to get started...

[Kairu]

Reynolds' arms were crossed, he watched, and listened. He figured that this was full well Spender's plan. Divide and conquer the UNSC. Without Nighthawk's help, he knew the UNSC wouldn't be bothering the Trust much more. Without the UNSC, Nighthawk wouldn't get too far without the help of extra bodies to shoot for him. It was a perfect manipulation. When Harrison began to bark orders, Reynolds pulled himself out of his over-analysis. After Harrison delivered his orders, Reynolds replied. Reynolds: "I understand, Admiral. If there's nothing else, I will return to the Mind's Attrition."

[Hells Sniper]

Harrison nodded as he looked at Frost. Harrison: Frost, you will go to the King Raven with Cameron and Strike Team Diamond, grab whatever you need, and then report to the Vigorous Inferno along with them. Harrison looked at everyone on the bridge and straightened himself. He spoke in a sharp and cold manner. Harrison: Dismissed.

[Kairu]

Reynolds turned around and walked off the bridge and into the elevator. He waited for the elevator to return, giving anyone who would want to accompany him to join him instead of waiting.

[Naked Crook]

Jennifer looked at Burke, Tye, and Cameron, as she nodded at them. The trio nodded back at Jennifer. Jennifer: Gentlemen...with me... She remained silent, as she turned away, and left with her crew in tow. The the crew of The King Raven left the bridge of The Ulterior. Jennifer watched as Reynolds waited for the elevator. While she could have joined Reynolds on the elevator, she opted to bypass it, and take the elevator that was further down the corridor. Jennifer opted for this so she could get a bit of privacy with her crew. Burke: I am surprised at you, Jennifer...I am really surprised you pushed Harrison's buttons, and I am really shocked you would allow Nighthawk to do it as well. Did you see how pissed off he was? Jennifer: I will admit...I think I went too far with it. However, what is done, is done. Jennifer shrugged. Jennifer: I still think the audacity of his demands are outrageous. I refuse to turn over ONI secrets because of his sense of entitlement. Cameron: It may be necessary to balance secrecy, when it comes to Harrison. Obviously, there are things about ONI which he has no right to know about. However, as far as The Trust is concerned, I see no reason to with-hold information. Jennifer: You have a point Cam. Perhaps you are right. Jennifer paused, and she sighed. Jennifer: I have to admit though...Nighthawk has a way with words. He really knows how to get under someone's skin.// Tyber: Clearly... Tye paused. Tyber: Still, I think that was a bit uncalled for on his part. He didn't need to be so confrontational with Harrison. As Tye said this, the group began to walk past the Observation deck. As they did, they could hear chatter coming from within the Observation deck. The four of them stopped, and they listened in. Nighthawk: Yes...I am well aware of what it means if we fail to stop The Trust. I realize that we need a contingency plan. However...that contingency plan sucks... Jennifer spoke up. Jennifer: That's Nighthawk. What the hell is he doing in the Observation Deck...and who is he talking to? Jennifer began to step forward, and approach the Observation Deck. However, she stopped when Burke grabbed her arm. Burke: Is that a good idea? If Harrison catches you conversing with that guy behind his back, he is going to lose his shit again. He will be like..."stop hiding things from me...rawr..." Jennifer grinned. Jennifer: Harrison also said "Get the data from Nighthawk and Anaconda...". How am I supposed to do that without talking to them? Burke: Good point... Burke released Jennifer. Jennifer looked at Burke, Tye, and Cameron for a moment before speaking. Jennifer: I want you guys to go ahead. I will catch up. Let me have a quick word with Nighthawk. Burke, get back to the King Raven, and take command. Tye...prep a report for Harrison. Cam...get that traitor out of my brig. All three men nodded, as they walked passed Jennifer, and proceeded on their way; their ultimate destination being the hanger bay of The Ulterior Motive in order to catch a ride back to the King Raven. Jennifer, on the other hand, stepped into the observation deck, and caught more of Nighthawk's conversation. Anaconda turned, because he could smell Jennifer approaching from behind. He simply looked down at her, and grunted. Nighthawk: HAWK...I need to see the logistics on what you are proposing in order to make a final call on this. There are a lot of variables that come into play and... Nighthawk turned but a moment later, and saw Jennifer. He immediately changed his tone. Nighthawk: And...I will make the necessary decision when I return. Nighthawk out. Nighthawk closed the comm line, as he looked at Jennifer. Nighthawk: Jennifer... Jennifer approached Nighthawk, and punched him in the arm. Jennifer: You got me into a lot of trouble! Nighthawk looked at his arm, and then back at Jennifer. Nighthawk: Owww....