The Forlorn Hope

[The Sovereign]

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Trenton Outpost, New York, Liberty

02/25/824 A.S., 21:17 Sirius Standard Time

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Nick pauses for a moment outside the bar. Glancing down at his watch he swears softly as he realizes he is late. "Shoulda brought flowers or something, try and calm them down with a gift, and an apology for making them wait." Squaring his shoulders, Nick enters the bar, and briefly scanning the room locates Elena and Sarah at the far side of it from him. Approaching them quickly he begins preparing himself for the scolding he is sure to be coming, at least this time he has a good reason for being late. "Ladies, you both look so lovely tonight" he says as he nears the table, "And before you say anything I can explain my lateness. I was in Kyushu, investigating a potential lead connected to the Anomaly." Despite the glares both the ladies are giving him, Nick could feel himself relaxing as he sits down and orders a simple water."But that's not what we're here for tonight is it? No, lets get down to business. The Forlorn Hope." Smiling, Nick eases back in his chair and waits for his drink.