Mass Effect: legends

Shepard waited patiently in the briefing room for the others. Awhile ago she had called them all; wanting to brief each of them what was going to happen. She heard the doors open; she turned and watched as her team entered the room. Each of them sitting where they normally sat. Thorax on the other hand sat on the ground while Legion chose to stand.

When everyone was seated she spoke, “Glad you all could make it,” She looked at each of them to make sure she had their attention. She then continued, “I'm happy to inform all of you that we are returning to the citadel. For some well deserved shore leave.”

Each of them responded to the news in their own way. While Thorax raised one of his hooves asking, “Question, commander?”

Shepard turned and looked at him and responded, “Yes, Thorax?”

He asked, “What's the Citadel?”

She answered, “The Citadel is both a space port and the seat of power for the galactic council. Its also doubles as a big city; where some of our races live.”

Thorax asked with a small amount of hope in his voice, “Even, Changelings?”

She shook her head, “No, sorry.” She saw him frown sadly before she spoke, “But, unfortunately; shore leave for you and Legion is going to be put on hold till further notice.”

He asked her, “Why?”

She answered, “Because, I need to show both you and Legion to the council,” She released a sigh of irritation before she continued, “So until further notice both of you are sticking close to me, understood.”

Legion responded, “Yes, Commander.”

Thorax also responded, “Yes, Commander.”

Joke's voice then spoke through the intercom, “Now, entering Citadel space. Will be docking shortly.”

Shepard nodded and spoke, “You heard him. Legion, Thorax, follow me to the air lock. Rest of you enjoy your shore leave.”

Each of them nodded before Joke docked the Normandy; they could feel the magnetic clamps locking onto the ship. When the ship was fully docked they each made their way off the ship and onto the space station. Thorax stared out in complete awe; he never saw anything so massive.

Shepard ordered, “Thorax, come on!”

The changeling shook himself free from his mesmerized gaze. He quickly followed both her and Legion to a Taxi console. She called all three of them a lift to the Presidium; heading for the tower where the council was. The rest of the crew was left to do whatever they pleased. Wrex, Garrus, and Charn decided to head to Flux Liara, Tali, and Ashley decided to check out the Presidium. Kaiden had some business to deal with at the human embassy. And, Spike decided to check out the markets in the wards. He still had some connection on the citadel. And, with what they have been going up against. More than a few favors were going to be called.

Thorax sat nervously in front of the council; each of the staring at him questioningly. He could feel and taste the pressure in the room. He swore he was going to be sick just by ingesting this horrible feeling. He looked over to Legion who continued to stand calm; he then looked at Shepard who also looked calm. Thinking to himself, “How are they able to stay so calm? I'm about to pass out here and they are as calm as an earth pony farmer,” He looked up at the council again; shaking on the inside as he locked eyes with the turian one, “He looks like he wants to eat me.”

Shepard could tell Thorax was a nervous wreck; while Legion could probably be the champion at poker. She had forwarded her report to the council on the two and they were reviewing it. If all went well; they would be allowed to leave and to continue to help her find and stop Saren. But, at the same time it could go south fast. She glanced off to her right to the third platform above. Position up their was a citadel guard with a rifle aimed at the two. He was probably using sledgehammer or shredder rounds.

The Asari council member spoke, “Thorax.”

He gasped as he heard his name called, “Y-Yes, ma'am.”

She spoke, “In the report it is said your species can shape-shift into any creature or thing; is this true?” he nodded to her question and she asked, “Can you give us a demonstration?”

He nodded he then closed his eyes and concentrated his magic; he felt the magical fire around his body engulf him. When it vanished he stood before them as the Asari council member; he matched her to a perfect image. He even had on her clothing; causing the three to look at him in slight shock.

He then spoke, “How is this?” His voice was a perfect match for hers.

The Salarian then spoke, “Incredible, can you transform yourself into a potted flower?”

He nodded and transformed into said plant; he was then instructed to turn into a varren. He had seen a picture of one on the Normandy. Allowing him to transform into one; the guard above could not believe what he was seeing through his scope. The Salarian then left his position and walked up closer to Thorax.

He then spoke, “Your transformation skill is remarkable. But, is it truly a real transformation? Transform back into your real form.” The creature before him did as instructed. He then out stretched his hand and gently touched it. The skin was hard almost bone like; almost like that of an insect. He pulled his hand back and muttered, “Interesting,” He then said, “Transform into a cat. If you don't know what.” Before he could finish the creature before him transformed into a small cat. It even gave off a gentle “meow” in the process. He reached out his hand again and touch it. It was soft and furry.

Thorax giggled a little, “Hey, that tickles.”

Shepard shook her head as she tried to keep from laughing. Although Thorax wasn't much of a fighter; he was a good addition to the crew. He was a good infiltrator; gathering information and sabotaging enemy communication. But, when it came to fighting half the time he was hiding behind something. As she watched the council study her crew members; she caught sight of admiral Kahoku. She sighed sadly as she started to walk over to him. She had to tell him about his men.

Time passed and soon Spike found himself head back to the Normandy. He managed to get more than a few weapon mods transferred to the ship. And, he also managed to the get the officer in charge of the armory some good license's. He looked around and noticed that there was not much traffic flying around; meaning that he could fly back to the ship. He smiled as he prepared to unfold his wings and take flight.

He was halted as Thorax called out to him, “Spike!” he turned and looked; seeing both him and Legion walking towards him.

He met them halfway and asked, “What are you two doing here? Shouldn't both of you be.”

Legion interrupted him, “The council is allowing both of us to remain part of Shepard's team.”

He responded, “Alright,” He looked around, “Where's Shepard?”

Thorax answered, “She's down here with us,” He then explained, “She told us to find you so that we could get back to the Normandy.”

He nodded before asking, “Where did she go?”

Legion answered, “Flux.”

He nodded again before he uploaded the way to the Normandy to Legions Omni-tool. As Spike walked to Flux; Legion turned to head to C-sec academy. About halfway to the stairs it noticed Thorax was still standing where he stood.

Legion called out to him, “Thorax, Are you coming?”

Thorax looked to it and replied, “I'll catch up.” He then followed Spike.

Legion responded, “Acknowledged.” It then continued to make it's way to the Normandy. Only to stop just as it reached the bottom of the stairs. It brought up it's Omni-tool and ran a quick scan; it then spoke to itself, “Rouge AI detected. Location presidium.” It then walked back up the stairs and headed back to the elevator.

Spike was halfway up the stairs when Thorax caught up with him. When he asked why Thorax didn't return to the Normandy. He was answered with him simply stating that he wanted to see more of the Citadel. He nodded and the two soon arrived at Flux; the bar was in full swing even in the daylight hours. The music pulsed through the building; the people in the bar danced, cheered, drank, gambled. None of them caring that at any moment a rouge spectre could show up with an army of geth and annihilate all of them. No all they cared about was making fools of themselves. He chuckled as memories of the nights he spent here came back to him. Only to be interrupted by Thorax he coughed a little.

He asked, “You sick.”

Thorax shook his head, “No,” He coughed a little bit more before he continued, “Just the heavy taste of Lust is all.”

Curious too the comment he asked him, “You can taste Lust?”

Thorax nodded and explained, “Lust it a similar form of love; it's just has a more milder and bitter aftertaste. It's kinda like anger and frustration. Or sadness and depression.”

Spike asked, “Aren't sadness and depression the same thing.”

Thorax answered, “One is more sour than the other.”

He nodded before the two walked further into Flux; they looked around for the two. Only to find Garrus sitting at the bar enjoying himself a drink. He motioned for both of them to join him. When the two sat themselves down he asked.

“Either of you want a drink? It's on me.”

Spike chuckled before he replied, “Hell, Garrus. With all the times I saved your ass; you owe me like thirty.” Both of them laughed at the comment as they remembered some of the time they had back at C-sec.

Garrus spoke, “True, so how about we make it Twenty-nine,” He tapped the holo-menu on the bar top and slid it over to Spike, “Like I said it's on me; so choose whatever you want.”

He waved him off and spoke, “Naw, you can make it up later,” He selected ryncol and bought Garrus another round; before sliding the menu to Thorax asking him, “You thirsty Thorax.”

Thorax grinned nervously as he looked at them and the menu in front of him. He saw the drinks listed on the menu and had no idea what they were. He gulped and selected the one Spike had and the three waited patiently for their drinks.

Spike chuckled as they waited and spoke under his breath, “I wonder if Thorax is gonna glow?” That earned him a small laugh from Garrus.

Up on the Presidium both Shepard and Wrex walked across one of the many bridges. The two stopped half way and just gazed out over the water. Both of the taking in the beautiful scenery. It was all two calm and open for Wrex. If a Krogan was ever in an open space like this. It meant one of two things. Shit was about to go down or a thresher maw was nearby. He shook off his paranoia and looked at Shepard. Noticing she had a far-off look.

He asked, “Shepard?”

She jumped at the call of her name; before looking at him and answering, “Wrex?”

He continued, “You seem troubled are you okay?

She sighed before answering, “Honestly, Wrex. No I'm not.”

Wrex asked her, “Need a bottle or ryncol?”

She answered, “I may be stressed, Wrex. But, I'm not suicidal yet.”

Both of them shared a good laugh after that comment. Once the two quieted down; it was silent once more. She then broke the silence as she said.

“I feel like were just running in circles,” Wrex said nothing to her all he did was listen, “I mean we've stopped geth here and there. Put a halt to some of Cerberus's actions, and we've found some unusual readings. But, I don't think we're any closer to stopping Saren,” They were quiet for a moment as she finished, “I......I don't know what to do.”

Wrex said nothing all he did was look at her; when she looked at him. He said nothing but what he did shocked her. He opened his arms; allowing her to walk closer to him. He then gently hugged her; they stood on the bridge like that for a few minutes until they broke the hug.

She thanked him, “Thanks, Wrex.”

He responded, “No problem.” He then smiled.

She smiled back and the two continued walking through the presidium. As they walked they hear various people talking about certain things. Some people were talking about some person named tx-300. Apparently him or her was a popular blogger. Another group was talking about an Author called Helljumper206 and best seller Gears of war:Homefront. There were some extranet reports about the Spartans on earth. Apparently new discoveries were made by Starlight Nova and Dragonwaz.

Wrex shook his head and commented, “Why all the strange names?”

Shepard shrugged her shoulders and spoke, “Who knows,” She then noticed an advertisement, “ Huh, Keemperor. That's a name I haven't heard in awhile.”

They continued through hearing other various names, Scarletrhine a popular blogger and author, Johnnyomon21, an author looking for help, The classic monster movie, SuperGodzilla2030. The latest book by icedragon512. They even heard a conspiracy theory on indoctrination by Dreadknight garen.

Shepard chuckled a little and commented, “Almost sounds like Saren.”

Wrex then heard something and he looked confused, “Who names themselves Traindude90S?”

Shepard saw something that made her cringe, “Probably, the same one who makes a Michael jackson sonic the hedgehog avatar.”

Wrex then saw another strange image, “At least Boldish42 is simple.”

Shepard then paused for a moment causing Wrex to stop; she looked at him with a curious look. And then she spoke, “Something's not right.”

He responded, “Yeah, that person named Norwegian boy....That's a little concerning.”

She shook her head and said, “Not that,” She paused for a moment, “Chris russell, ZeclipseZ, Electuroo,” She threw her hands up and almost shouted, “I've never heard of these people before! They just all suddenly popped into my head!”

Wrex thought about what she said and spoke, “You're right,” He grew shocked by the sudden realization, “Some thing with me; I've never heard of them either.”

As the two tried to make sense of their current situation; Shepard caught sight of Legion walking across one of the bridges.

She spoke out of shock, “Legion?!”

Wrex then spoke, “No, we know it.”

She shook her head and turned him saying, “No, Legion!”

Wrex saw it walking across the bridge and asked, “What is it doing up here?”

Shepard responded, “I don't know let's find out.” the two quickly followed it across the bridge.

Spike chuckled a little as he continued to carry his drunk teammate back to the Normandy. Thorax had surprised both him and Garrus back at the bar. Although he had not started glowing; he did manage to put away six whole glasses of ryncol. It was not only a miracle that he was still alive; but, it was also a miracle that his liver-if he had one-was still working. He carried him all the way back to the ship, through its decontamination field and all the way down stairs to the med-bay.

The moment Dr. Chakawas saw the two she got up and asked, “What in the world happened to him.”

Spike laughed before he answered, “He made his ancestors proud that's what happened.” He laughed a little more as he layed him down on one of the beds.

Thorax groaned a little as he felt himself placed on something soft. His eyes opened for a moment only to see the face of Spike looking back down at him. He felt a feel of happiness rush through him; followed by a comforting warmth. His mind was lost to him but there was one clear though in his mind. Which soon became an action; for in a instant Thorax sat up and kissed Spike. Both Chakawas and Spike were shocked by the sudden movement. Chakawas wondered if Thorax was feeding. While Spike although shocked also felt a strange warming sensation through the kiss. In that moment Thorax realized what he was doing and quickly broke the kiss.

He tried to apologize but his voice was slurred, “I'm.....I'm.....I'm so sorry.” He hiccuped at the end of the apology.

Spike responded while blushing a little, “You caught me by surprise there Thorax.”

What happened next was a shock to Chakawas. It looked as though Thorax was going to apologize again. But, before he could Spike came back at him with a kiss of his own. Thoraxs' eye's went wide in surprise. Just before they closed and he began to melt into the kiss. As the two kissed the doctor slowly exited the medical bay; she had seen many things in her life. But, she could do without the possible act of drunk intercourse.

Thorax moved to the side a little allowing Spike to join him on the bed. Thorax cuddled himself up next to Spike. His head resting just underneath his chin; while his body was comfortably placed right next to his. Thorax then released a gentle sigh as he drifted off into a peaceful slumber. Spike smiled and started to gently purr as he wrapped one of his arms and wings around Thorax. He to also gave into sleep. Be it an attraction to the changeling or the effect of the ryncol in their systems. Spike enjoyed the feeling of cuddling up with him.