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Cipher Nine ([personal profile] stabgremlin) wrote in [community profile] boxofmisfits2023-04-08 06:19 am

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Aden couldn't exactly say that he was pleased about having another person aboard his ship- the X-70A Phantom had been his exclusive home away from home ever since he'd had it made and aside from himself the only things that had moved about aboard so far were his droids. Still, the information he had received was information that both he and Thrawn had decided they wanted to move on and his ship was certainly more covert than an Imperial Star Destroyer would ever be. Faster, too.

He had made a few simple rules to make everything a bit easier on both of them though- Thrawn was not to go into Aden's personal quarters, he was not to go onto the bridge or into the cargo hold, and he was to keep his mitts off of the computer in the main hold. Other than that, Aden was happy to let him get up to whatever he wanted- he had let him know that he could get anything he wanted from the bar, that the galley was open to him so long as Aden himself wasn't in there, that he could use the conference room if needed, along with the holoterminal in the main hold to keep in contact with his people. Aden did not foresee Thrawn needing to access the medbay, but its doors were open to him as well nonetheless.

And of course, the beds in the crew quarters were comfortable due to the fact that they'd never been used before. Aden had even popped a few of his paintings in there so that Thrawn had something other to look at than bare metal walls while he was in there.

Though the main hold was more the treasure trove of art that was not Aden's own creations- sculptures and the like here and there to give the space a classy feel that went with the blend of rich wood tones and more modern glass features along with the plush seating and well-stocked bar. For all intents and purposes, the Phantom looked more like a luxury shuttle than the intelligence hub that it actually was- all of its combat capabilities well-hidden, and its internal computers difficult to access unless one knew exactly where to look for them.

The Phantom had just dropped out of hyperspace as the ship's computers- and the few droids aboard to assist with computing and day-to-day tasks- worked on charting the way forward since there wasn't exactly any commonly traveled route out here and Aden took the opportunity to take a seat by the sleek desk in the main hold, the screen on the wall activating while the surface of the desk parted to bring up the keyboard hidden beneath.

There wasn't exactly a very stable connection to anything super important out here, but the ships internal computers still allowed him to work on a few things he wanted to work on- like reviewing the report he'd gotten from Watcher Three and Minder Four. The message to expect him and an ally had been sent well before they had set off, so that it would arrive before they did and allow the pair of agents on the planet to prepare for their arrival- so they would be ready to receive them along with setting up a safe house while they were there.

Glancing back as he heard movement, he spoke up, "If you want to update your people, I suggest you do that now. Signal's not the best, but it is secure, and it's not like we're going to linger here for long."

He didn't think he was telling Thrawn anything the man hadn't figured for himself, but still, "The ship's navigational computer is currently at 72%, so we'll be off in hyperspace again within about twenty minutes, I imagine."
admiralchiss: (Deep in thought)

[personal profile] admiralchiss 2023-04-08 05:34 am (UTC)(link)
Thrawn generally didn't travel in luxury, having more utilitarian taste in things, including travel, but he could see the strategic benefit of traveling in a ship like the Phantom. And he had to admit, it was rather nice to travel in comfort.

He heeded all of Nine's warnings and rules, not wishing to jeopardize their partnership. For the first few hours of their trip, he occupied himself with looking at the artwork Nine had on display, getting more insight into the man. That, plus the artwork he'd made himself, told Thrawn that Nine was a complicated man. A man capable of being cruel and violent, but also one who could be benevolent when he wished. Someone who took care of those he liked, and who worked for him. Thrawn was more than prepared should Nine ever decide to betray him.

There was still that missing clue, however. It nagged at Thrawn, like looking at a puzzle that was nearly complete, but missing a few key pieces that kept one from seeing the entire image.

Putting such thoughts aside for now, Thrawn got out his datapad to review some plans he was working on for a raid he was planning soon. He looked up at Nine when he spoke.

"Thank you, Nine, I will do just that." Putting down his datapad, Thrawn went to the holoterminal to send an update to Parck, letting him know that he and Nine would soon be out of range and to keep things in order until he returned. Parck reported that things were normal before both signed off.
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[personal profile] admiralchiss 2023-04-08 09:26 am (UTC)(link)
Thrawn glanced at Nine whenever he could, trying to get a glimpse of how he worked, seeing what his body language said about him. He was so much more outward with his emotions than a typical Chiss, it was fascinating to watch. He also took some time to examine the layout of the ship, because ship layouts and designs were art too, and said much about the person who owned it.

"A drink would be lovely," His eyes scanned the bottles. "A glass of the Rodian brandy, if you please."
admiralchiss: (Pensive)

[personal profile] admiralchiss 2023-04-09 02:28 am (UTC)(link)
Thrawn thanked Nine for the drink and took a sip. It was a good vintage. "You don't have to worry about that. I'm not a messy individual when I'm a guest on another's ship." He wasn't a messy person in general, but he made it a point to be a good guest. "I've also noticed how clean and tidy you prefer your ship to be." He was inclined to believe it wasn't just to sell the image that this was simply a luxury ship.
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[personal profile] admiralchiss 2023-04-09 04:00 am (UTC)(link)
"Judging by the tidiness of the ship, you seem to clean it more meticulously than the droids," Thrawn mused, sipping his drink.

"I also suspect that you put your artwork in the crew quarters for my benefit."
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[personal profile] admiralchiss 2023-04-09 04:58 am (UTC)(link)
"I may just do that," Thrawn said. If Nine was trying to butter him up, he knew what he was doing. Perhaps Thrawn could use this to his advantage. "You have been a most gracious host."
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[personal profile] admiralchiss 2023-04-10 12:58 am (UTC)(link)
"Indeed we are," Thrawn replied, swirling his drink idly. Thrawn had the Chiss of the Hand, but it wasn't the same. If any of them had romantic feelings for him, then they kept it to themselves. Besides, he had more to gain by having a close relationship with Nine.

"I have not forgotten your offer from before. The one you made after I made a show of kissing you." Namely that Nine was up for practice kissing.
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[personal profile] admiralchiss 2023-04-10 03:38 am (UTC)(link)
"So would I," Thrawn said, his voice low and silky. He wasn't exactly gentle when it came to kissing, or doing more than kissing. He sipped more of his drink, now down to just a few drops. He could hold his liquor very well.

"Seeing as we have a long journey ahead of us, perhaps I will take you up on this offer." Perhaps it was unprofessional to do this while on their way to do business, but sometimes Thrawn could indulge himself. There were times when he even helped himself to a glass of something strong while on duty. Besides, it was all going towards his plan to get Nine to do whatever he wanted.
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[personal profile] admiralchiss 2023-04-10 05:23 am (UTC)(link)
Nine couldn't fool him. Thrawn wondered what else Nine would do if he just asked. Placing his empty glass down near the liquor cabinet, he approached Nine.

"Oh, I very much mean it," He slowly approached Nine, until he was within arms reach. "You did say that I kiss well for someone who hasn't done so in a while, but a refresher is never a bad idea."
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[personal profile] admiralchiss 2023-04-10 06:45 am (UTC)(link)
Thrawn immediately kissed him back, putting a hand on the back of Nine's head, fingers digging into his hair, like he intended to keep him in place and not let him pull back. The kiss quickly became harder, Thrawn nipping at the other man's lip before shoving his tongue in his mouth.

He'd kissed plenty of humans, felt their warmer lips on his own, and it was actually kind of refreshing to feel cool Chiss skin again. Almost nostalgic.
admiralchiss: (Smiling)

[personal profile] admiralchiss 2023-04-13 04:09 am (UTC)(link)
Thrawn moaned into the kiss, practically shoving his tongue down Nine's throat, running it along his teeth, his tongue, the roof of his mouth. All the while, his hand tightened in his dark hair. Nine tasted of wine, mixing with the taste of the bourbon on Thrawn's own tongue.

His other hand drifted down, fingers digging into the flesh of Nine's thigh, which would leave purple bruises in the shape of his fingers. Nine would have to wear longer pants or leggings for a while to cover those up.
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[personal profile] admiralchiss 2023-04-13 11:28 pm (UTC)(link)
Thrawn breathed through his nose as he continued to kiss Nine, determined to make him yield first. This had suddenly become a power play. Thrawn was stubborn, and he would only surrender if there was no other option. The hand at Nine's thigh went to the small of his back, keeping him pressed to Thrawn's body, while the hand in Nine's hair gripped it firmly and pulled.
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[personal profile] admiralchiss 2023-04-14 04:08 am (UTC)(link)
Nine wasn't giving up so easily, and unfortunately Thrawn was running out of air, not helped by the way their noses pressed against their faces as they attempted to devour one another. Deciding to take the loss (he would recoup his losses later, and win the next battle), Thrawn finally broke the kiss.

"Do not think you have won so easily."
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[personal profile] admiralchiss 2023-04-14 04:39 am (UTC)(link)
"Sometimes a warrior simply knows when to retreat. But in retreat, he prepares for next time, and is sure to achieve victory next time." Leave it to him to slip into tactician speak during this. He would just have to remind Nine of his place next time.

He took his hands off of Nine, running a hand through his hair in an attempt to smooth it back down. "I have kiss no other since the party," Thrawn stated. "It simply came back naturally to me after all these years." Meaning he'd kissed other men in the past the way he'd just kissed Nine.
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