Forgiving the Forgotten 3
Well.... you just have to read the story to know what's going on... the real thing is yet to start.....
CHAPTER 3: EMPERIA
[AMENATSU'S POV]
"Slide needed for orphan spacecraft. Check location." I said, trying to be as clear as possible in my words. I needed the confirmation from the dock managers to land in a proper slot. Slides were devices which received the spacecrafts. I was cramming as much information into my head from the file readers as possible about Emperia.
'It was a farming planet. Population was very low. Only occupation was farming of leaves which produced Emperia wine. Emperia wine was among the costliest wine sold. (Ah! Lots of money). Houses were situated on the farm itself. There was one huge factory where all the harvest was submitted. And the farming was done throughout the year.'
"Permission granted. Spacecraft directed to slide 207."
I swiveled to the control panel and prepared to land. A rush of adrenaline made it easy for me to accommodate the extreme fog.
The craft shuddered as the slide fixed itself to the upper pole of my spacecraft. The fog decreased as the slide drew me inwards.
The biggest adventure I had ever known was beginning- my life as Amenatsu- myself.
The cold ethereal surroundings eased my mind. The people on Emperia were... pretty good looking. Well, I wasn't less either. The others around paused to look at the new spacecraft. What would I say was my origin? How would I keep my past away from the eyes of these people. The people here were from various planets and mainly came hungering for finances. I came for adventure. Finances were not a problem. I had my funds from home. Still I wasn't planning on being a spoiled brat.
I was out on my own. And I was alone. Trust me when I say that I had no idea how very alone.
***
"Sir, the accommodations here are only for those working in the western Emperia fields..."
I tried to concentrate on my conversation with the receptionist, though the beauty of the living quarters distracted me terribly.
"I plan on joining the Emperia fields, as working class. So..."
The receptionist smiled and handed me a key card. She handed me a small keyboard and swiveled the screen towards me.
"Please type in the details sir. We can give you a guest room. And you can go ahead to decide where you wish to work."
I filled in the details and decided to ask her for some help.
"You see m'am, I'm new to this place, and I would be highly obliged if you could kindly direct me to someone who'll..."
She rang a bell and a short man came running out of a door.
"My assistant here will take you to meet the prince of Emperia. The prince likes to meet new visitors personally. Please be ready to meet the prince in an hour."
I thanked her profusely and allowed the porter to take my luggage to the guest room. I was tired. But I wanted to see what this prince would be like.
The walls were gentle wood as was the floor. The view outside was wonderful. A large swimming pool surrounded by various different furniture. The place was like a resort.
I shed my clothes and took them with me inside to wash up. Lucky me, I saw that the bathroom had a little machine for clothes and a dryer too. I had done enough training to know how to wash my clothes. But still, if the facility was available, why not use it!
I had a nice long bath with the scented soaps. It all smelt like the flowers from one of my training planets. Nostalgic.
By the time I reached the front porch, the little man was waiting patiently.
"Thank you for all your help, I'll return by the evening. I must apologize for not asking your good name...." I spoke to the receptionist before going to the porch.
The receptionist simply smiled and handed me a card, "I'm Aisa. Don't be surprised if you see me in the town area. This place has a small population."
I bowed and turned towards the man. He had a ride arranged for us to go to the prince.
I realized that people were not used to a commoner behaving like a prince. Still, I was born a prince and no matter what, I wouldn't behave otherwise.
The little man- Ka, was very polite and soft spoken. By the time we reached the Emperia Headquarters, I was totally awed by the beauty of the planet. But the planet was really small.
Ka and I walked up to the stately fort and signed in our names at the front register. There was no rush, no security, other than the electrical stuff. So in a few minutes we reached the prince's office.
I heard Ka's voice from behind just as the door opened, "Don't anger him."
Keeping that in my mind, I headed for the young prince. A beautiful and graceful lady sat near him examining some files.
"Ah! A newcomer to Emperia! Welcome!"
He stood up and shook my hand. I didn't know what to say, he was very princely.
"Please, have a seat."
I sat after he had resumed his seat.
"I am a wanderer, and I wish to work here for some time. As a farmer."
The prince nodded and indicated for me to continue.
"I was wondering if I could get a briefing about this system.... Considering I'll be living here for at least a standard year."
"Very well. There are three types of employments available- farming, manufacturing and errands."
I glanced at the elaborate miniature of the system. He beckoned me to follow him towards the setup.
"As you can see, the planet is divided into two halves. The residential quarters are the dividing line between the two halves."
I recalled the lovely resort like guest room I had got back there. And I also noted that my cloaks from home were of a much better quality than his.
"This half, where you can see factories and storehouses is for the manufacturers. The other half, the colored half, belongs to the farming people. Based on your preferences, and your finances, you'll receive your residential quarters."
Not much about the work, but still, I could manage. The prince next handed me a thick booklet.
"To become a farmer, there's not much. Pure labor and enjoyment...."
I piped up, "Is there any scope for research as a farmer?"
The prince smiled and his features seemed all the more handsome.
"Sir, may I ask you something?"
I nodded, "With ease sir."
The prince turned around and said in a low voice, "I'm from Jerome. And I'm a clairvoyant. What exactly are you trying so hard to hide from me?"
[AMENATSU'S POV]
"Slide needed for orphan spacecraft. Check location." I said, trying to be as clear as possible in my words. I needed the confirmation from the dock managers to land in a proper slot. Slides were devices which received the spacecrafts. I was cramming as much information into my head from the file readers as possible about Emperia.
'It was a farming planet. Population was very low. Only occupation was farming of leaves which produced Emperia wine. Emperia wine was among the costliest wine sold. (Ah! Lots of money). Houses were situated on the farm itself. There was one huge factory where all the harvest was submitted. And the farming was done throughout the year.'
"Permission granted. Spacecraft directed to slide 207."
I swiveled to the control panel and prepared to land. A rush of adrenaline made it easy for me to accommodate the extreme fog.
The craft shuddered as the slide fixed itself to the upper pole of my spacecraft. The fog decreased as the slide drew me inwards.
The biggest adventure I had ever known was beginning- my life as Amenatsu- myself.
The cold ethereal surroundings eased my mind. The people on Emperia were... pretty good looking. Well, I wasn't less either. The others around paused to look at the new spacecraft. What would I say was my origin? How would I keep my past away from the eyes of these people. The people here were from various planets and mainly came hungering for finances. I came for adventure. Finances were not a problem. I had my funds from home. Still I wasn't planning on being a spoiled brat.
I was out on my own. And I was alone. Trust me when I say that I had no idea how very alone.
***
"Sir, the accommodations here are only for those working in the western Emperia fields..."
I tried to concentrate on my conversation with the receptionist, though the beauty of the living quarters distracted me terribly.
"I plan on joining the Emperia fields, as working class. So..."
The receptionist smiled and handed me a key card. She handed me a small keyboard and swiveled the screen towards me.
"Please type in the details sir. We can give you a guest room. And you can go ahead to decide where you wish to work."
I filled in the details and decided to ask her for some help.
"You see m'am, I'm new to this place, and I would be highly obliged if you could kindly direct me to someone who'll..."
She rang a bell and a short man came running out of a door.
"My assistant here will take you to meet the prince of Emperia. The prince likes to meet new visitors personally. Please be ready to meet the prince in an hour."
I thanked her profusely and allowed the porter to take my luggage to the guest room. I was tired. But I wanted to see what this prince would be like.
The walls were gentle wood as was the floor. The view outside was wonderful. A large swimming pool surrounded by various different furniture. The place was like a resort.
I shed my clothes and took them with me inside to wash up. Lucky me, I saw that the bathroom had a little machine for clothes and a dryer too. I had done enough training to know how to wash my clothes. But still, if the facility was available, why not use it!
I had a nice long bath with the scented soaps. It all smelt like the flowers from one of my training planets. Nostalgic.
By the time I reached the front porch, the little man was waiting patiently.
"Thank you for all your help, I'll return by the evening. I must apologize for not asking your good name...." I spoke to the receptionist before going to the porch.
The receptionist simply smiled and handed me a card, "I'm Aisa. Don't be surprised if you see me in the town area. This place has a small population."
I bowed and turned towards the man. He had a ride arranged for us to go to the prince.
I realized that people were not used to a commoner behaving like a prince. Still, I was born a prince and no matter what, I wouldn't behave otherwise.
The little man- Ka, was very polite and soft spoken. By the time we reached the Emperia Headquarters, I was totally awed by the beauty of the planet. But the planet was really small.
Ka and I walked up to the stately fort and signed in our names at the front register. There was no rush, no security, other than the electrical stuff. So in a few minutes we reached the prince's office.
I heard Ka's voice from behind just as the door opened, "Don't anger him."
Keeping that in my mind, I headed for the young prince. A beautiful and graceful lady sat near him examining some files.
"Ah! A newcomer to Emperia! Welcome!"
He stood up and shook my hand. I didn't know what to say, he was very princely.
"Please, have a seat."
I sat after he had resumed his seat.
"I am a wanderer, and I wish to work here for some time. As a farmer."
The prince nodded and indicated for me to continue.
"I was wondering if I could get a briefing about this system.... Considering I'll be living here for at least a standard year."
"Very well. There are three types of employments available- farming, manufacturing and errands."
I glanced at the elaborate miniature of the system. He beckoned me to follow him towards the setup.
"As you can see, the planet is divided into two halves. The residential quarters are the dividing line between the two halves."
I recalled the lovely resort like guest room I had got back there. And I also noted that my cloaks from home were of a much better quality than his.
"This half, where you can see factories and storehouses is for the manufacturers. The other half, the colored half, belongs to the farming people. Based on your preferences, and your finances, you'll receive your residential quarters."
Not much about the work, but still, I could manage. The prince next handed me a thick booklet.
"To become a farmer, there's not much. Pure labor and enjoyment...."
I piped up, "Is there any scope for research as a farmer?"
The prince smiled and his features seemed all the more handsome.
"Sir, may I ask you something?"
I nodded, "With ease sir."
The prince turned around and said in a low voice, "I'm from Jerome. And I'm a clairvoyant. What exactly are you trying so hard to hide from me?"
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