Iona
HP: 0
Cnd: Bruised (-3 to DCs); Fatigued; Hearing Impaired
PP:0
Sergeant Kreppler has his hands full carrying the incapacitated Duncan. Iona knows that Dr. Redwood is in critical condition when they leave the van to enter the base. "
Sergeant, go on ahead! No need to wait for us once we enter the base. Dr. Redwood needs care stat. I'll be right behind you with Steiner."
Iona allows herself to be used as a crutch for the weary Warrant Officer. Almost completely naked due to her attempt to sheath the acid-covered specimen-container in her own clothing, the young cyborg cannot help but be embarrassed by her present predicament. In addition to providing stability for John, she also takes it upon herself to transport and guard the algae specimen. Utilizing her magnetic manipulation ability, she levitates the container and keeps it floating right beside her as she takes her teammate to the infirmary.
OOC: If there's an issue with me transporting the specimen, let me know. I certainly didn't want to just leave it in the van unguarded. I can edit my post if there's a problem.
Once in the infirmary, Iona calls out for help from one of the orderlies/aids. "
Help me get him on a stretcher!" She then gives instructions for John's treatment with the primary goal being to get his oxygen levels back up to acceptable levels. Turning John over to the care of her medical staff, Iona rushes to help Duncan only to realize immediately that it's too late.
Once it "sets in" that he's gone, Iona is left with the unpleasant thought of breaking the news to Dr. Applegate. The cyborg has gone from one crisis to the next for the past several hours. Standing almost completely in the nude before all in the medical bay, she finally starts to "come down" from her heightened sense of fear and stress.
"Did you get the plant brought back to the base? I saw the path of destruction in your wake. So, I hope the destruction and headaches we caused for Praetor Null had something to show for it.", inquires Diego shifting back into his native down to business form. His voice was again devoid of any emotion or sentiment.
It takes Iona a moment to recognize Diego. His penchant for changing forms causes her to do a double-take as she realizes it's actually the Ascendant speaking. As she walks over to a metal locker and retrieves a long white medical jacket, she nods at the battered but structurally sound case floating by her side. "
I have the Viridi Mater. I shall deliver it to Dr. Applegate for storage and care momentarily. I just need to think of how to break the bad news."
"The possible cause of our plan being made invalid is in surgery now. He is one of the First Generation. So, it explains his attested employment by Dr. Sokolov.", adds Diego.
As the bloodied and battered cyborg attempts to reclaim some semblance of modesty, her eyes narrow at Diego. "
I don't understand. What do you mean?"