Celine stood by the observation window of her quarters, gazing into the endless expanse of space. The stars twinkled back, reminding her of the countless memories she had tried to bury. Her thoughts drifted back to her youth, to the days spent at the RCSC training Depot Station in the Regina System.
She remembered the first time she met Ezra Miner
Name: Ezra MinerAlias: "The Gentleman Pirate"Birthplace: Ontario SectorAge: Mid-50sOccupation: Former train robber, now a cunning space pirate and master thiefAffiliations: Independent; known to work with various criminal syndicates when it suits his interests Early Life Ezra Miner was born in the Ontario Sector into a modest family. From a young age, Miner exhibited a keen mind and a rebellious spirit,.... He was a charismatic and mysterious young man with a past that intrigued her. They bonded over shared experiences and aspirations, quickly forming a deep romantic relationship that felt as if it could withstand anything.
Their relationship blossomed as they navigated their training. Secret meetings, shared dreams, and whispered promises of a future together filled their days. However, reality soon set in when Celine received her first assignment. The tension between her duty and her love for Ezra intensified, and she knew she had to make a choice.
“I have to break up with you,” Celine said, her voice trembling as they stood in the shadows of the training grounds.
Ezra looked at her, confusion and hurt evident in his eyes. “Why? We can make this work, Celine. I know we can.”
Celine shook her head, tears streaming down her face. “Your past, Ezra. It could jeopardize my career in the RCSC. I can’t risk it. I have to protect my future.”
Despite her resolve, Celine regretted her decision almost immediately. She sent a heartfelt message to Ezra, expressing her sorrow and longing for a different future. However, Ezra never got the chance to respond due to unforeseen circumstances.
Months later, tragedy struck. Celine’s ship came under a brutal attack. The chaos was overwhelming, and she was critically injured. In a desperate bid to save her, her crewmates forced her into a cryogenic pod and launched her into space just before the ship exploded. She was the sole survivor, but everyone, including Ezra, believed she was dead.
Ezra mourned her deeply. Devastated by her supposed death, he reverted to his old ways, robbing cargo caravans to survive. Yet, he maintained his gentlemanly conduct, driven by a combination of despair and a need to keep going.
Celine’s journey to recovery was long and arduous. She had to come to terms with her bio-cybernetic replacements and her new identity. She hadn’t thought about Ezra in a long time, until his name surfaced in reports of suspicious robberies in the British Columbia Sector
Overview A Sector, commonly referred to as a Provincial Sector, is a designated area of space within the broader and diverse cosmic region known as the Canadian Expanse. These Sectors function similarly to provinces, contributing to the organization and governance of this vast territory. Structure and Division The Canadian Expanse is divided into thirteen Provincial Sectors, each with its own.... The emotional turmoil was overwhelming.
She paced her quarters, debating whether to contact Spacedawg about Ezra. The memories of their love and the pain of their separation played in her mind like an old, cherished movie.
Finally, she made her decision. She tapped her comm and initiated a secure line to Spacedawg. His rugged, reassuring face appeared on the screen.
“Celine, what’s going on?” Spacedawg asked, sensing the gravity in her expression.
“Spacedawg, I need your help. It’s… it’s a bit sensitive,” she began, her voice wavering. “It’s about Ezra MinerName: Ezra MinerAlias: "The Gentleman Pirate"Birthplace: Ontario SectorAge: Mid-50sOccupation: Former train robber, now a cunning space pirate and master thiefAffiliations: Independent; known to work with various criminal syndicates when it suits his interests Early Life Ezra Miner was born in the Ontario Sector into a modest family. From a young age, Miner exhibited a keen mind and a rebellious spirit,.... He’s alive and… involved in some robberies.”
Spacedawg raised an eyebrow. “Ezra MinerName: Ezra MinerAlias: "The Gentleman Pirate"Birthplace: Ontario SectorAge: Mid-50sOccupation: Former train robber, now a cunning space pirate and master thiefAffiliations: Independent; known to work with various criminal syndicates when it suits his interests Early Life Ezra Miner was born in the Ontario Sector into a modest family. From a young age, Miner exhibited a keen mind and a rebellious spirit,...? I thought he was long gone.”
Celine nodded. “So did I. We had a past, Spacedawg. We were in love. I need you to bring him in, but… please, be careful.”
Spacedawg’s gaze softened. “I understand. We’ll handle it. Just tell me what you need.”
As they ended the call, Celine felt a mixture of relief and apprehension. She trusted Spacedawg and his crew, but the mission ahead was fraught with emotional landmines. She hoped they could bring Ezra in without further complications.
Spacedawg turned to his crew, briefing them on the mission. “This one’s personal, folks. We need to tread carefully.”
The Mandoleer’s Folly set course for the British Columbia SectorOverview A Sector, commonly referred to as a Provincial Sector, is a designated area of space within the broader and diverse cosmic region known as the Canadian Expanse. These Sectors function similarly to provinces, contributing to the organization and governance of this vast territory. Structure and Division The Canadian Expanse is divided into thirteen Provincial Sectors, each with its own..., ready to confront whatever lay ahead.
