((This story technically begins in a previous thread called "Feyde to Black" . If you're not already familiar with that story, this one may leave you a little lost. Enjoy the reading!))
January 27, 29481
Omni-Trans
Feyde sits at a desk, his belongings piled in a box sitting in a corner. He rubs his hands together, a little nervous about the upcoming conversation. He was always better with battle tactics than conversational tactics. Letting out a small sigh, he tapped into his comm to speak with Mrs. Cross (aka Cylie), head of Human Resources and former Director of Omni-Trans.
Cylie answered her video comm, giving one of her newborns a bottle to feed on. "Hello, Feyde"
"Ma'am, do you have a moment to speak with me?" a little nervousness still in his voice. Omni-Trans had been his home for a while now, and he enjoyed the company of his fellow employees and respected them.
"Of course." she said.
Feyde took a deep breath. "Ma'am, with recent events regarding Red Freedom and the Dust Brigade, it has left me feeling somewhat useless in the bigger picture." He paused, thinking about what he'd just said. "That is... not to say that Omni-Trans or it's employees are in any way responsible for that... but ..." This wasn't getting any easier, and beating around the bush didn't seem to be working. "...ma'am, I've been offered a position within Omni-AF to lead one of their units and I think I may be usefull there."
Cylie was a bit surprised by the news. "Is that so... hrmm" She laid the baby down in his crib. "Well, that is a great opportunity for you. I think they could utilize your skills and knowledge much more than we can... although I must say you do a great job. You have been a tremendous help to me when I was in office as Director."
He nodded. "Yes, ma'am. Thank you. I don't want to put Omni-Trans in harm's way by stepping down. Perhaps Blackice could take my position as head of security. Of course, that choice would be up to you." Blackice had been in Omni-Trans for longer than Feyde, and had additional respect from upper management there.
"I appreciate everything you have done for Omni Trans. And if this is what you want I'll support you 100%. Yes, Blackice will most likely take the position up."
Feyde hated leaving his new family, but he also understood a soldier's duty to respond to any threat from outside forces, so that his family could remain safe. "I appreciate your understanding, and I hope you will pass along this information to Mr. Mahoney. My decision has nothing to do with a failure on Omni-Trans' part or its employees."
"I will do that."
"Applicants have already begun signing up for this new unit, so... I've got some things I need to train them on, but if you ever need us for anything please just let me know." his mind wandering onto future business to attend to.
"Thank you, Feyde. I appreciate that. Same goes for you too. If you need anything, just let us know."
"Yes, ma'am. I'm sure I'll take you up on that at some point." he chuckled.
Cylie giggled.
Feyde gave her a wave, and turned the comm off. He picked up the box from the corner and gave the view from his office one last look. He could see most of the field office facilities, with pilots and engineers hurrying back and forth with their duties. Guards around the perimeter methodically going about their patrols.
Feyde bowed his head a moment and closed his eyes tight. Change... you can't stop it. It seemed he just got settled here a short time ago. All you can do is adjust to the changes the best you know how. He took a deep breath as he opened his eyes, pulled his clearance pass out of his cloak pocket and dropped it on the desk. Box under his arm, he left the room closing the door behind him.