Chapter 8: The Family Heirloom

At the Tristain Royal Palace, Saito, Louise has returned to the Royal Palace alongside Prince Wales being escorted. As they entered the doors to the castle, Henrietta was sitting at the throne of your castle.

"Prince Wales!"

"Henrietta"

The two rushed towards each other as they embraced each other.

"Prince Wales! Thank Brimir you are alright." Henrettia said as tears fell off her eyes.

"I am too. I'm so grateful to be alive. Well I have to give my utter most thanks to Saito, and Louise here" Wales said

Henrettia turned to Saito and Louise. She walked up to them "Saito, Louise" she said as she went up to embrace her childhood friend

"Your highness?"

"Louise! You are your Familiar have done so well. Louise, Saito for saving Princes Wales and completing the mission, we should hold a special banquet here tonight."

After all the excitement has died out, a messenger ran into the throne room panting out of breathe

"Your highness I got terrible news" the messenger said

"What is it?" Henrettia asked

"Albion has invaded"

Everyone was stunned into silence at hearing the news that Albion has invaded Tristain

"Where and how big is the force?" she asked

"Unknown, we are getting new reports soon" The messenger said "All that is known is that they had invaded and landed in Tarbes"

"Tarbes? That's not good. Siesta lives there" Saito said. Saito them asked Yoko information on where Tarbes is

"Yoko can you find the location of Tarbes?"

"Scanning….Tarbes is about North from your location "

"Thank you Yoko" The Spartan turned to the Queen "Your Highness please excuse me. I must warn someone from Tarbes" he said as he rushed outside as Louise followed. Louise and Saito arrived back at the school. Siesta was not wearing her usual maid outfit, but she was wearing her casual green dress outfit, she also was caring for her belongings.

"Siesta there you are" Saito said

"Hello Saito"

"Where are you heading?"

"Back at my home why?"

"I'm afraid Tarbes is in danger. Albion has recently invaded Tristain and they are on their way to Tarbes"

"What do you mean?!" She started to panic

"Now Siesta don't get stressed out. We're going to head over there right away, and warn your family"

Siestas nodded

"Louise Siesta got onto my Warthog. It'll take us there faster"

The three got onto the Warthog. The Spartan activated the engines and began driving out of the school and heading north where Tarbes awaits them. The driving was very smooth. Something reminds Siesta of something. She then spoke up

"Saito do you mind telling me what your world is like?"

"Sure, but it may sound crazy, but Louise believes in me"

"That's right" she said

"So currently my world is super advanced in technology. You can say it's almost about a thousand years advanced. So we have colonized the stars, and about 800 worlds have been colonized and established. We have tall buildings called skyscrapers. Much bigger than the ones in Romalia as I've seen in drawings. Then in communication, instead of sending letters, and waiting for it to arrived, we are able to send instant messages anywhere beyond the speed of light and able to talk to people within long distances"

"Interesting. Someone told me something similar like that. My Grandfather"

"You're grandfather?" he asked

"He used to tell me stores like shoes when I was little. He told me he would come from a different world. He told me that he was stationed on a planet that has four moons, and he was born on a world that only has one moon. He also told me there were no mages.

"What planet did he say he was stationed at?"

"I think it's called jericho 7"

"Jericho Seven! That's one of the planets that has been glassed. Siesta tell me more about your grandfather"

"He came to this world in a dragon called the Robe of the Dragon. He used to fly it at night so people wouldn't see him but eventually stopped and hid it away after he met my grandmother. Even to this day, that dragon still remain hidden in caves"

"Is it close to Tarbes?"

"Yeah in the outskirts"

"Hmm I think I know what you're talking about. I'm going to go see this for myself. IF this Robe of Dragon what i Think it is, I think this would help our battle tomorrow"

"Saito don't do it. If there is a cave, there is clearly something like orcs or something inside there that has never been seen before"

"Louise I've ran into alien monsters before. I can handle this besides, I have stealth technology"

Derf was leaned against the seta of the Warthog "don't worry pinkie, Partner's gone through alot"

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The three arrived at Tarbes. Though no sign of Albion soldiers, Saito and Louise followed Siesta to her house. She knocked on her door and greeted her parents.

"Hi Father" she said

"Siesta my dear girl How are you?"

"I'm good"

"Siesta, who are these people and that Golem!"

"I am Louise de balance de la valliere" the noble said

"Spartan III Saito-150. Just call me Saito"

"Well it's good to meet you Miss. Valliere and Saito. Come on in. I'll make tea"

After making tea, Siesta greeted her mother. The mother poured tea and snacks into the table. As the discussion began between Saito and Siesta's father.

"So I heard from Siesta, you might know about my father right?"

"Yes sir. I believe I know who your grandfather is. Tell me what is his real name?"

"His name is Takeo Sasaki"

"I see I need to know where did he put the Robe of Dragon"

"I can tell you wanted to see it so badly. Well he never lets anyone in because he said there is orcs in there and such, but if you are brave enough to go in there, I can give you the map to it"

Siesta's father gave a scroll map to Saito as he read it. He examined it one by one as Louise and Siesta were also having a look. Saito constantly nodded as he was examining it

"Thank you we must on our way now" he said "oh by the way, i need to warn you that Albion has begun invading Tristian, and it's on it's way here to Tarbes"

The father stood in silence for a few seconds until he spoke "thank you Saito for telling me that. I shall warn the mayor about it"

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The three entered the Warthog and drove over to the outskirts of Tarbes. As they followed the map instructions, they found the cave where it leads to. The Spartan activated his night vision so he can see where things are going.

"Stay close to me" he said to the three

Thirty minutes had passed as they proceeded into the cave. It was until the trio saw a faint light, but explosions were made as they heard a voice.

"That's a warning, turn back now thieves or you will suffer the consequences"

"Not on my watch"

Saito took out some grenades and threw them at the direction of the voice. It exploded causing the other side to be frightened. As the trio investigate who it was, they didn't expect to see Professor Colbert, Guiche, Kirche and Tabitha.

They started to slowly regain their senses "Saito" they all said one after with surprised and shocked faces.

"Professor Colbert! What are you doing here?"

"We are searching for the Robe of the Dragon" Colbert said

"I came search for treasure" Kirche said

"Same" Guiche said

"Protection" Tabitha said

"Why are your three here" Colbert asked

"My father told me about the robe of the dragon. He was the pilot of the robe of the dragon." Siesta said "but I think Saito might know what he is seeing"

"Indeed" The spartan said

"I found it but it's something else. I've tried using every method to wake up but I believe it's in a deep sleep."

Colbert led everyone to a jungle garden or sorts. In the center was a shed and right to it was a tombstone. Saito stared at the tomb stone and almost did not believe what he was seeing.

"Oh my god as I thought"

"You can read that" Siesta asked

"Yes it says Laid to rest in another World Officer Takeo Sasaki of the ODST"

"Takeo Sasaki was an ODST, so he's currently MIA"

Saito then picked up the dog tag that was hanging into the tomb stone. He read the label

"I see he was an ODST trooper"

"My grandfather told me about the ODST. he told me it's one of the most powerful troops of his world"

Everyone then walked over to the shed doors and went inside and was shocked at what he was looking at

"Interesting dragon" Kirche commented

"I thought so"

Saiot found himself looking at a Pelican. Its wings were folded upwards in a triangle formation. Saito touched the pelican as his gandalf was activated. He looked inside to see if any engines were still working. Also checking if there are any FTL engines. Saito got to the cockpit of the Pelican to start the engines. THe conditions were just perfect.

"We need to get this back to the school" Saito said

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After they got the Pelican to the school, the students were looking at the pelican. It was some strange aircraft that they had never seen before. Colbert then told the students to get back to class. Telling them it was classified stuff

The next morning, everyone was getting ready. Saito had a plan about how to win this war, he first called the people of the UNSC Pillar of Autumn II (note: I decided to rename it to the Pillar of Autumn II).

(Flashback)

Saito activated the Communication Device to contact the Pillar of Autumn II. As he was going to speak, he stared at it until it was fully connected

"Hello Captain Miranda Keyes this is Spartan III Saito-150"

"Saito I got your message, what do you need?"

"I am going to assist a war with the primitives. How long until you will arrive?"

"We are almost there. We're about a light year away from your location"

"Very well. I will see you then. SAito out"

(Flashback End)

Saito sat on the Pelican waiting for the Tristainian army to move. While he waits, he looks at the engines for a second check up.

"Yoko can you do a second check up?"

"Yes...it appears that everything is alright it is ready to be in use"

"Thank you Yoko"

Saito then turned on the Pelican. He then lifts it up into the air and heads over to the battle field. As he was flying to the field. He had remembered what was the plan to fight.

(Flashback)

Everyone was sitting in the Royal Palace discussing the war. Henrettia and her mother were sitting in the middle while other nobles were arguing on how to fight this war.

"This is a large country we're dealing with. A strong military. We either fight or surrender"

"We will not surrender" Henrettia said "Losing your honor as an aristocrat is the same as death. I shall lead the army"

"And I will assist you" The Spartan said

"Saito!"

"Ok here's the plan. I want Henrettia to lead the army in this direction. While I'll lead the Commoners SOldiers in this part of the field. This will give us an advantage to attack also defense. If we continue with this plan we might have an advantage. Plus my men are coming soon as well"

"How soon?" Henrettia asked

"Probably tomorrow"

Henrettia nodded

(Flashback end)

Saito flew to the location of the battlefield. Above him he can see the armed forces being deployed. Henrettia was giving the orders. Griffin's unit acts as decoys to distract the Dragon Knights. Griffin knights began fighting off the dragon knights. The Mages began riding down to the field, but only to be ambushed by the warship in the skies. Civilians were hiding in a forest. Meanwhile, an eclipse was made. It went silent. The sound of silence ended when the sound of the pelican made its move into Tristian air.

"What is that" A commoner shouted

"It's the Dragon's Plumage" Siesta's father said

"It's Saito" Siesta said

The Pelican was flying incircles as it shot out its M370 Autocannon at various dragon riders. He shoots at another unit of dragons. Causing the Dragon Units to be destroyed. Fouqet was looking at this event. She was not happy to see Gandalf riding this dragon.

"Fouqet what is happening" Cromwell asked

"It appears that Gandalf is riding some dragon or sorts"

Back on the ground, the Tristainian army was looking at the sight of the Pelican or to them at some strange dragon. They were impressed the way this dragon moved. It can kill other dragons at great distances. It was faster than any other dragon. Tristan's army began fighting as Albion forces began fighting as well. His communication device on the pelican detected a nearby UNSC ship. Saito looked at the HUD. He then got into contact on who it is.

"This is Spartan III Saito-150 on the Pelican who am I speaking with?"

"Saito this is Master Chief"

"Master Chief, it's good to see you. We're in the middle of a battle. Can you give us some assistance?"

"Sure thing I'll wake up the rest of the spartans. We are currently in orbit right now. I've tracked the location of your Pelican. We got geological coordinates to your location. We'll be there in five minutes."

"Yes sir"

As he was driving, Tabitha's dragon was detected through the HUD. He looked to see Tabitha dragon riding with Kriche and Louise. Louise jumped out of the dragon trying to reach to the Spartan

"WHAT THE HELL IS SHE DOING" Saito shouted as he activated the pelican in autopilot in hover mode. He caught the petite when he carefully went outside. He carried her inside to the ship to the cockpit placing her in the passenger seat

"Louise what in god's name is your damn problem"

"I can't leave you when your in danger"

"Louise! I told you many times I've been in worse situations. This type of situation is just child's play."

"Saito! You are my familiar"

"And my goal is to protect you and serve the UNSC. First of all don't touch anything and second how are we going to destroy that ship?"

"Can't you use your weapons system?"

"I would but it's all out of ammo"

"Well darn"

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"Saito come in this is Captain Miranda Keyes"

"Captain this is Saito over"

"We are coming into orbit. We found you and a number of troops in the ground….wait a minute is THAT A DRAGON!"

"Focus Captain! We need to finish this battle. Listen there is a flying ship in the air we need to take it down."

"Very well I will send some troops to the ground to Assist fighting."

In the Cryogenic Chamber, Noble Six, and other Spartans woke up from slumber to get ready for battle. At first they had to go through physical testing and after that they were ready. UNSC soldiers and Spartans jumped out of the Pillar of Autumn II. Using a jetpack to land safely.

The commoners and the nobles were fighting against the Albion team. While civilian commoners were watching from afar, they saw a large airship hovering in the skies. The Tristain Commoners and Nobles were just looking at them. They thought their prayers might be answered. Technically yes, but it wasn't from Brimir. The Tristainians mistaken the Spartans and the UNSC Military for angles. The UNSC troops opened fire at the Albion Troops giving the Tristainians an advantage point for them to fight back, but all they are doing is just watching and watching.

"Holy Brimir" Henrettia said

"Angels from the heavens!" Guiche said

"Captain this is Alpha Team. We have cleared the battlefield, but more troops are coming in"

"Right away. We will began firing at that ship"

Saito then touched Louise, activating the Gandalf. Loiuse was now in a state of chanting a spell as she peaked out of the window. After chanting, Louise released a huge explosion to the airship causing the destruction of the airship, also the death with most Albion troops on it. As for Cromwell, he jumped down from the ship and escaped from the destruction.

"Did Louise do that?" Kirche asked "and who is that guy?"

Tabitha noticed the ring on his hand. She realized who this man is "Cromwell"

Cromwell pointed at the ring at the two ladies and chanted out "You two will become my prisoners of this newly empire and obey"

"The ring…..it's too strong" Kirche said as she try to resisted then all of the sudden one of the Spartans who has a dark armor knocked Oliver Cromwell out

"You ok?" the dark armored asked

"Oh great Angel you saved us!" Kirche said

"Me an angel no. I am SPARTAN-B312" he said

"Oh so you just like Saito" Kirche said

"Indeed but call me Noble Six" he said "you ladies alright?"

"Yes thank you"

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The Sparatans were just shocked at what had just happened. An explosive were able to destroy that ship, now they could imagine what would've just happened if they were caught in the crossfire

"Cortana can you tell us what happened?"

"Scanning….it seems that little individual has created an explosion through her magic. She created energy. This is seriously a dangerous weapon"

"We can't let them use it on us. Might as well make good contact with them"

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Saito landed the Pelican on the ground. Saito was carrying Louse who was unconscious at the time. She was out of energy.

"Saito is she?"

"She's alright, she needs to rest. Get medical attention right now"

"Right away sir" A UNSC soldier said as he radioed it.

Master Chief walked up to Satio to greet him again

"Master Chief it's great to see you again" Saito shook his hand

"It's good to see another Spartan is out of MIA" he said

Noble six went in front of Saito as well. As Saito saw Noble six, he was shocked to see him, but under the helmet he was wearing his mouth was opened

"Noble Six?!"

"That's right"

"But how?! I thought you went MIA in reach"

"I did, but I managed to escape you see. After I was ambushed by Covie invasion forces, I managed to fend them off, until I got away from the battlefield and went up to the mountain and then I found one of the ONI buildings in Reach. I found so many ships that can be used to retreat back to Earth. I went under cryogenic stasis for a while though"

"Well I'm glad your safe and sound six" he said

The Albion invasion was a failure. The remaining ones retreated back to Albion. Tristan troops walked up to this newly alien force. Henrettia walked up to Saito and explained what's all this.

"Saito, are these the men you were talking about?" Henrietta

"Yes your highness. This is my man. The leader of this ship is named Captain Miranda Keyes. We shall meet back at the Castle"

'Very well we shall regroup back to Tristain"

Spartan Troops got on the UNSC Pillar of Autumn II. The Ship also carried the Pelican as well. Saito got on board the ship alongside with Louise getting Medical Attention. The Tristainians also got on board the Pillar of Autumn II. They left their horses into a temporary stables hangar in the ship as well. The pillar of Autumn II has lifted and headed over back into the Capital.